Garland public meetings in 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Garland Civil Service Commission will consider approving minutes from its September 19, 2025 meeting. It will vote on appointing Lilly Clarke as Civil Service Director. The commission will also approve eligibility lists from Police Entrance Examinations held on September 27, 2025 and November 15, 2025.

• Consider appointment of Lilly Clarke to the position of Civil Service Director
• Approve eligibility list from the Police Entrance Examination conducted on September 27, 2025
• Approve eligibility list from the Police Entrance Examination conducted on November 15, 2025
• Approve minutes from the Civil Service Commission meeting held on September 19, 2025

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will continue discussions on two previously scoped items: the Adopt-a-Street program for street care and maintenance, and civil penalties for code compliance violations. The committee will also consider approval of the October 23, 2025 meeting minutes. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion-only items.

• Continued discussion of Adopt-a-Street Program for street care and maintenance
• Continued discussion of civil penalties for code compliance issues
• Approval of October 23, 2025 meeting minutes

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission's 25th Anniversary Subcommittee will meet to discuss the purpose, timeline, and concepts for the celebration. Items include setting goals, selecting a date, brainstorming event types and partners, and assigning next steps.

• Discuss 25th anniversary celebration focus and goals
• Review key dates and target celebration month
• Brainstorm event types, themes, partners, and venues
• Identify action items and assign responsibilities

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 20, 2025, and discuss updates on past and future committee events, as well as future agenda items.

• Approval of November 20, 2025 minutes
• Updates on committee event reports
• Discussion of future meeting logistics
• Review of purchased items and future purchases

General

This is a notice of a potential quorum for the Community Multicultural Commission's holiday gathering. The notice explicitly states that no formal action or deliberations will occur and any discussion of public business is incidental.

• No formal action or deliberations will take place at the event.
• Event is a holiday gathering for the Community Multicultural Commission.

Tax Increment Finance South Board

The Tax Increment Finance South Board will discuss and possibly recommend approval of an amended Project and Finance Plan for Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number 2. The board will also vote on minutes from October 15, 2025, and hear public comments.

• Approval of minutes from October 15, 2025, meeting
• Overview of preliminary amended Project and Finance Plan for TIF #2
• Deliberation and possible recommendation to approve the amended Project and Finance Plan for TIF #2

Board of Adjustment

The Garland Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on December 17, 2025, to consider three variance requests. Each request asks for exceptions to the Garland Development Code regarding off-street parking, fence placement on a corner lot, and side-yard setbacks for a carport. The board will vote on each item after public discussion.

• Variance BOA 25-20: Request to allow a converted garage without constructing required two-car parking at 1528 Dent St (District 8).
• Variance BOA 25-21: Request to allow a fence in the required side setback (30 ft) on a key corner lot at 2900 Old Orchard Road (District 5).
• Variance BOA 25-22: Request to reduce the side-yard setback from 7.5 ft to build an attached carport at 1713 Ce Ora Drive (District 6).

City Council

The Garland City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of several multi‑million‑dollar contracts, employment agreements, an investment policy, and a workers’ compensation reimbursement. It will also vote on two zoning ordinances that expand planned‑development districts on parcels at 2906 Bobtown Road and 2801 Belt Line Road. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing on the South Garland Lakeside Area Plan.

• Approve $304,877.52 bid for GP&L Firewheel Switch rebuild electrical materials (Techline, Inc.)
• Approve $4,500,000 term contract for stop‑loss insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Approve $4,860,647.42 contract for Wynn Joyce Park improvements at 2222 Oates Road (Millis Development and Construction)
• Approve zoning ordinance for a 7.098‑acre parcel at 2906 Bobtown Road (PD District 18‑20, single‑family detached dwelling)
• Hold public hearing on the South Garland Lakeside Area Plan

City Council

The Garland City Council will discuss economic development negotiations, policy updates, and code compliance initiatives. The council will also consider approving a workers' compensation reimbursement payment.

• Workers' compensation reimbursement payment of $258,658.78
• Renewal of 2026 Economic Development Service Agreement
• Discussion of Council Policies and Procedures amendments
• Review of Development Services Committee SUP Process
• Review of Public Safety Committee traffic control policies

Garland Youth Council

The Garland Youth Council will meet to approve minutes from November and discuss volunteer opportunities, committee planning, and upcoming events including the MLK Parade.

• Approval of November 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of recent volunteer opportunities
• Planning for GYC activities and meeting recaps
• Upcoming meetings: January 13 GYC Meeting
• Upcoming events: January 17 MLK Parade and March

Animal Services Advisory Committee

The Animal Services Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive updates on shelter operations, community outreach programs, and cruelty investigations. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of September 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of shelter operations and intake data
• Review of community outreach programs
• Discussion of cruelty investigations

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee / Fire & EMS Stakeholder Committee meets to discuss a midpoint check-in on questions, clarifications, and emerging priorities, and to review the meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with approval of prior minutes and public comments also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2025
• Midpoint check-in on questions, clarifications, and emerging priorities
• Review of Fire | EMS Stakeholder Committee schedule

The Fire and EMS Stakeholder Committee approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee discussed 24/72 shift schedules, staffing shortfalls, financial constraints, and EMS fee considerations, but no formal votes were taken on those topics. Members reaffirmed the existing monthly meeting schedule and will continue the discussion in upcoming sessions.

• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed commitment to the existing monthly meeting schedule (no vote recorded)

Environmental & Community Advisory Board

The Environmental & Community Advisory Board will meet to approve prior minutes, hear from the Code Compliance Director, and vote on new board leadership. The meeting will also include a presentation on water safety during freezing weather.

• Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Code Compliance Commercial Standards Overview
• Water Department Freezing Weather Tips
• Annual Elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Public Comments period

The Environmental & Community Advisory Board voted to elect Sharonda Green as chairperson and Christina Segoviano as vice chairperson. Both elections were approved unanimously. No other actions or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

• Elected Sharonda Green as chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Christina Segoviano as vice chairperson (unanimous)

Library Board

Board members approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 Library Board meeting, with all members voting in favor. The board received updates on capital improvement projects, book clubs, bylaws, and central library usage. A board member requested additional program attendance statistics and the chair supported the request.

• Approved November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (all voted in favor)

Plan Commission

The Garland Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on Z 25-38, a request for a Specific Use Provision (SUP) and Concept Plan to expand an existing Heavy Manufacturing use at 2945 Market Street. It will also hold a public hearing on GDC Amendment ORD 25-08, which proposes amendments to several Garland Development Code sections related to Senate Bill 840, multifamily, and other standards. The commission will also consider approval of the November 24, 2025 minutes.

• Public hearing on Z 25-38: SUP and Concept Plan for heavy manufacturing expansion at 2945 Market Street (District 5)
• Public hearing on GDC Amendment ORD 25-08: amendments to Garland Development Code regarding Senate Bill 840, multifamily, and other standards
• Approval of November 24, 2025 Plan Commission minutes

The commission approved the November 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved a 30‑year Specific Use Provision for expanding heavy manufacturing at 2945 Market Street, with an 8‑0 vote. Finally, the commission adopted the Garland Development Code amendment ORD 25‑08, related to Senate Bill 840, also by an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved November 24, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved 30‑year Specific Use Provision for heavy manufacturing expansion at 2945 Market Street (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved Garland Development Code amendment ORD 25‑08 (Senate Bill 840) (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)

General

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will hold a lunch at Del Rancho, 901 Main Street, on December 4, 2025. No formal action, deliberations, or public business will be taken during the event. The City Council does not control the content of any communications at the lunch.

• Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Lunch – Del Rancho, 901 Main Street

General

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold a work session to discuss its mission and goals. No formal action or public policy deliberations are scheduled.

• Mission and Goals Discussion
• Work Session Room 200 N. Fifth Street

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will consider canceling its January 2026 meeting and will receive updates from the Garland Parks Foundation, Garner Little League, and staff on Spring Creek Forest Preserve, skate park security enhancements, and capital improvement projects. Public comments are allowed on any agenda item.

• Consider canceling the January 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting
• Garland Parks Foundation update from a volunteer
• Athletic League report from Garner Little League volunteer
• Spring Creek Forest Preserve update from Managing Director D'Lee Williams
• Skate Park Security Enhancements status update from Parks Director Kari Pacheco

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 7-0 vote. It then voted unanimously (7-0) to cancel the scheduled regular meeting for January 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (vote 7-0)
• Cancelled January 2026 regular meeting (vote 7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:54 p.m.

City Council

The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving several construction contracts, such as a $4,861,762.59 contract for Lou Huff Park improvements, and on multiple ordinances and resolutions covering parking restrictions, a utility easement, a rail crossing, EMS billing updates, grant funding, and bond issuance. It will also hold public hearings on proposed changes to Tax Increment Financing and several development projects.

• Approve Lou Huff Park Improvements contract – $4,861,762.59 (Millis Development and Construction)
• Approve Miller Park South Reconstruction contract – $2,516,906.00 (R & A Legacy Construction, LLC)
• Approve Bottleneck Improvements Package 2 contract – $2,458,811.91 (Garret Shields Infrastructure)
• Approve GP&L Firewheel Substation Tap Engineering Services – $753,000.00 (Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc.)
• Approve ordinance for parking restrictions on Marquis Drive

The council approved the consent agenda and several multi‑million‑dollar construction contracts for road, park and utility projects. It also adopted a zoning ordinance for an auto‑repair use, revised the Emergency Ambulance Service billing ordinance, and authorized a revenue‑refunding bond issuance. Additional approvals included a TIF amendment, a planned‑development amendment for a warehouse/showroom, and grant funding, while a car‑wash use request was denied.

• Approved consent agenda (all voted in favor)
• Approved $2,458,811.91 Bottleneck Improvements Package 2 construction bid (all voted in favor)
• Approved $2,516,906.00 Miller Park South reconstruction contract (all voted in favor)
• Approved $4,861,762.59 Lou Huff Park improvements contract (all voted in favor)
• Approved ordinance revising Chapter 21 Emergency Ambulance Service billing (all voted in favor)
• Approved amendment to Planned Development District 05-36 for Warehouse Office/Showroom use (all voted in favor)
• Denied Specific Use Provision for Car Wash at 6545 Duck Creek Drive (all voted in favor)
• Approved bond issuance for Electric Utility System revenue‑refunding bonds (all voted in favor)

General

The Garland Foundation for Development, Inc. Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from September 2025 and consider the potential sale and purchase of two parcels of real property. The board will also hold a closed executive session to discuss negotiations and attorney communications regarding a property at 5501 Lake Ray Hubbard Parkway.

• Approval of September 16, 2025, minutes
• Potential sale of 0.97 acres near Rosehill and Thackery Roads
• Potential purchase of 0.85 acres near Kingsley and South Shiloh Roads
• Executive session for property negotiations at 5501 Lake Ray Hubbard Parkway

Audit Committee

The Garland Audit Committee will consider approval of the September 30, 2025 minutes and discuss two items: the Spring Creek Forest Preserve Clearing Audit and the FY/2026 Annual Audit Plan. The meeting may go into closed session for legal matters.

• Approval of September 30, 2025 minutes
• Spring Creek Forest Preserve Clearing Audit
• FY/2026 Annual Audit Plan discussion

The committee approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion and second. It also approved the FY/2026 Annual Audit Plan following discussion. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 30, 2025 minutes
• Approved FY/2026 Annual Audit Plan

City Council

The Garland City Council held a work session to receive written and verbal briefings on pending items. Council will review a revision to Chapter 21 of the Emergency Ambulance Service ordinance, the abandonment of utility easements in the proposed Mission Hills Phase 1 subdivision, and several FY 2026 grant requests. Staff will brief the council on awarding professional design services for the $25 million Granville Arts Center renovation, an update to the South Garland Lakeside Area Plan, and reports from the Public Safety and Audit committees. After the briefings, the council will adjourn to executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Professional Design Services award for $25 million Granville Arts Center renovation
• Revision of City Code Chapter 21 – emergency ambulance service charity care and billing
• Abandonment of a utility easement and portions of two easements in Mission Hills Phase 1
• FY 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funding request
• South Garland Lakeside Area Plan update briefing

Plan Commission

The Garland Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the Garland Development Code regarding Senate Bill 840 and multifamily standards, and will also consider approval of the South Garland Lakeside Area Plan.

• Public hearing on GDC Amendment ORD 25-08 (Senate Bill 840 and multifamily standards)
• Public hearing on South Garland Lakeside Area Plan
• Approval of November 10, 2025 Plan Commission Minutes

The commission approved the November 10, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (8-0). It postponed the GDC Amendment ORD 25-08 to the December 8, 2025 meeting (8-0). The public hearing on the South Garland Lakeside Area Plan was closed (8-0). The South Garland Lakeside Area Plan was approved with provisions to protect Windsurf Bay and maintain community involvement (8-0).

• Approved November 10, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (8-0)
• Postponed GDC Amendment ORD 25-08 to Dec 8, 2025 (8-0)
• Closed public hearing on South Garland Lakeside Area Plan (8-0)
• Approved South Garland Lakeside Area Plan with Windsurf Bay protection and community‑involvement action plan (8-0)

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission will meet to elect its annual officers and review a report from the Election Nominating Committee. Members will also discuss past and future committee events and logistics for upcoming community activities.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Election Nominating Committee Report by Merrill Balanciere and Steven Flores
• Committee Event Report Updates on past and future activities
• Discussion of future meeting and event logistics

The commission approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting. In the annual officer election, CorSharra Prenell was re‑elected as Chair and Christopher Johnson was elected as Vice Chair. Both elections were conducted by secret ballot.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Re‑elected CorSharra Prenell as Chair (secret ballot)
• Elected Christopher Johnson as Vice Chair (secret ballot)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review policies regarding traffic control devices and portable restrooms for construction crews. The committee will also hold a scoping discussion on a potential ordinance to establish a quiet zone for loud vehicles in downtown.

• Review of policies for traffic control devices in construction zones
• Review of regulations for construction crew portable restrooms
• Scoping discussion on an ordinance for a downtown loud vehicle quiet zone

The committee approved the September 18, 2025 Public Safety Committee minutes. Council members concurred with Engineering’s recommendations on traffic‑control devices in construction zones. The council reached consensus to add language to construction contracts for timely removal of portable restrooms. Police Chief Bryan will form a task force to study a downtown quiet‑zone ordinance and report back in six months.

• Approved September 18, 2025 Public Safety Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Concurred with traffic‑control device recommendations for construction zones
• Approved addition of portable‑restroom removal language to construction contracts (consensus)
• Task force to be assembled on downtown quiet‑zone ordinance; report due in six months

Audit Committee

The Garland Audit Committee will consider approving minutes from September 30, 2025, and then discuss two audit items: the Spring Creek Forest Preserve Clearing Audit and the FY/2026 Annual Audit Plan. The meeting is largely procedural with no proposed ordinances or contracts.

• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2025
• Discussion of Spring Creek Forest Preserve Clearing Audit
• Discussion of FY/2026 Annual Audit Plan

Board of Adjustment

The Garland Board of Adjustment will first consider approval of the minutes from its September 17, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss BOA 25-20, a variance request by Sonia Villa Hernandez to keep a garage conversion at 1528 Dent Street without constructing the two required off‑street parking spaces. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the September 17, 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting
• Consider variance BOA 25-20 for 1528 Dent Street to allow garage conversion without the required two off‑street parking spaces

The Board approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote. It then voted 6‑1 to table the variance request for 1528 Dent Street, moving it to the December 17, 2025 meeting so the applicant can provide additional financial‑hardship documentation.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Tabled variance request BOA 25-20 for 1528 Dent St until Dec 17, 2025 (6-1)

Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee

The Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee will convene to approve October 2025 meeting minutes and evaluate parking configurations in industrial zones, specifically comparing two-sided versus one-sided street parking near curves.

• Approval of October 21, 2025, meeting minutes
• Evaluation of parking in industrial zones
• Discussion of two-sided vs. one-sided street parking

The committee approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It directed staff to conduct a brief, targeted survey of Wood Street businesses after the holidays to assess parking concerns. Staff will summarize the feedback and return with recommendations, with a follow‑up discussion planned for March 2026. No public comments were received.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Directed staff to conduct targeted Wood Street business parking survey after holidays (approved)

City Council

The Garland City Council will consider authorizing eminent domain to acquire property at 101 N. Shiloh Road for the Keen Creek Substation Project. They will also hold a public hearing on a request for a Specific Use Provision for an automobile repair shop at 4134 Bobtown Road. The consent agenda includes approving a $9.3 million contract for a transmission line, a $524,400 change order for intersection improvements, and several zoning amendments.

• Eminent domain authorization for Keen Creek Substation at 101 N. Shiloh Road
• Public hearing on Specific Use Provision for automobile repair at 4134 Bobtown Road (District 3)
• Approve $9,300,000 construction contract with Integrated Power Co. for GP&L Wylie to Mallard 138kV Transmission Line
• Approve Change Order No. 2 ($524,400) to Teague Nall and Perkins for Bottleneck Intersection Improvements Design Contract
• Zoning amendments: tattoo/body piercing at 315 Coneflower Dr, warehouse/showroom at 1775 Wynn Joyce Rd, car wash at 1540 Firewheel Pkwy, personal services at 2241 Peggy Ln

The council approved the consent agenda, several zoning ordinances, and a 30‑year specific use permit for an automobile repair shop. It authorized the use of eminent domain to acquire 9.393 acres at 101 North Shiloh Road for the Keen Creek Electrical Substation. The council also declined to renew the Jud Rex contract and appointed Mike Betz as interim city manager.

• Approved consent agenda, including minutes of Nov 3, 2025 and two construction bids (all in favor)
• Approved zoning ordinance for tattoo/body piercing use at 315 Coneflower Drive Unit A03
• Approved zoning ordinance for warehouse office/showroom use at 1775 Wynn Joyce Road
• Approved zoning ordinance for automated car wash use at 1540 Firewheel Parkway
• Approved zoning ordinance for personal services use at 2241 Peggy Lane
• Approved 30‑year Specific Use Provision for automobile repair at 4134 Bobtown Road (6‑3 vote)
• Authorized eminent domain to acquire 9.393 acres at 101 North Shiloh Road for Keen Creek Substation (7‑2 vote)
• Did not renew Jud Rex contract and appointed Mike Betz as interim city manager (all in favor)

Legislative Affairs Committee

The Legislative & Public Affairs Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and hold scoping discussions on federal legislation and Alcoholic Beverage Zone alternatives. The meeting may include a closed executive session for attorney-client communications.

• Approval of June 16, 2025, meeting minutes
• Scoping discussion on H.R. 1 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'
• Scoping discussion on Alcoholic Beverage Zone Legislation
• Potential closed executive session for attorney/client communication

The Legislative & Public Affairs Committee approved the June 16, 2025 meeting minutes, with all members voting in favor. After a scoping discussion on Alcoholic Beverage Zone legislation, the committee reached a consensus to take no further action at this time, noting that future consideration would require direction from the City Council.

• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (all voted in favor)
• No further action on Alcoholic Beverage Zone legislation (consensus to defer)

City Council

At this work session, the Garland City Council will discuss and give direction on several items including parking restrictions on Marquis Drive, a railway crossing agreement with Kansas City Southern Railway for West Walnut Street sidewalk improvements, and refunding electric utility commercial paper notes into bonds. They will also discuss amending council policies, memorializing Roxanne Reyes near the new West Garland Library and Hollabaugh Recreation Center, and the Keen Creek Substation project including land acquisition and eminent domain authorization. An executive session will cover personnel matters. No final votes will be taken; formal consideration is scheduled for December 2, 2025.

• Parking restrictions proposed on Marquis Drive for business entry safety
• Crossing agreement with Kansas City Southern Railway for West Walnut Street rail crossing reconstruction
• Refunding electric utility commercial paper notes into long-term electric revenue bonds
• Discussion on memorial honoring Roxanne Reyes at site between West Garland Library and Hollabaugh Recreation Center
• Keen Creek Substation project update including land acquisition along Shiloh Road and eminent domain authorization

Public Safety Committee

The Garland Public Safety Committee (Fire & EMS Stakeholder Committee) will discuss a financial overview of current costs, revenue, and budget context for the Fire and EMS departments. No votes or decisions are expected; the agenda is informational and procedural.

• Discussion of Fire & EMS financial overview including current costs, revenue, and budget context

The Fire and EMS Stakeholder Committee approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Garland Youth Council

The council will consider approving the minutes from its October 28, 2025 meeting. After the approval, members will hear public comments, meet a city council member, and listen to a police lieutenant about youth engagement. The council will also discuss recent volunteer experiences, plan committee activities, and review upcoming community events.

• Approve minutes from the October 28, 2025 Youth Council meeting
• City Council Meet and Greet for Youth Council members
• Speaker: Lt. Pedro Barineau (Garland Police Department) on operations and youth engagement
• Recap of recent volunteer opportunities by Youth Council members
• Review of upcoming events: Nov 13 Boards and Commissions Dinner; Dec 4 Christmas on the Square; Dec 6 Pancakes with Santa; Dec 9 Snacks with Santa; Dec 13 GYC Holiday Party

The Garland Youth Council approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. All Youth Council members voted in favor. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (all members in favor)

General

The Garland City Council will convene in a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the City Manager and attorney/client issues. The meeting is scheduled for November 11, 2025, at the William E. Dollar Municipal Building.

• Closed session for City Manager personnel matters
• Closed session for attorney/client privileged information
• Meeting held at William E. Dollar Municipal Building
• Live broadcast on CGTV Channel 16 and FIOS Channel 44

Library Board

The Library Board will consider approval of the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes and hear public comments. Staff will present updates on the 2019 Bond Program construction projects, the Central Library Small Business Incubator programs, the 2026 Library Strategic Plan, and recent awards. No formal decisions are listed for these items.

• Capital Improvement Plan/Bond Program updates on 2019 bond‑funded construction projects
• Programming for the Central Library Small Business Incubator
• Library Strategic Plan 2026 update
• Update on recent awards received by the library
• Approval of minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting

The Board approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion and unanimous vote. Board Member Lucido nominated Terri Chepregi as 2026 Library Chair and the motion carried with all members voting in favor. Board Member Jones Bigby nominated Board Member Lucido as 2026 Library Vice Chair; six members voted in favor and the motion carried.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (all voted in favor)
• Elected Terri Chepregi as 2026 Library Chair (motion carried)
• Elected Kristin Lucido as 2026 Library Vice Chair (six votes in favor, motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Garland Plan Commission will consider the minutes from its October 27, 2025 meeting. It will hold public hearings on three applications: a car wash SUP at 6545 Duck Creek Drive, a single‑family detached dwelling amendment at 2906 Bobtown Road and 5401 & 5417 Rosehill Road, and a warehouse office/showroom amendment at 2801 Belt Line Road. Staff will also brief the commission on updates to multifamily and mixed‑use standards, the Holford Planned Development rezoning, and the South Garland Lakeside Area Plan.

• Approve October 27, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (Item 1a).
• Public hearing on Z 25-31 Mark Stacy car wash Specific Use Provision at 6545 Duck Creek Drive (District 4).
• Public hearing on Z 25-35 ZoneDev amendment to PD District 18-20 for single‑family detached homes at 2906 Bobtown Road and 5401 & 5417 Rosehill Road (District 4).
• Public hearing on Z 25-37 Mission Ridge Consultants amendment to PD District 05-36 for warehouse office/showroom at 2801 Belt Line Road (District 7).
• Staff briefing on amendments to multifamily and mixed‑use standards (Item 3a).

The commission unanimously approved its meeting minutes. It denied Mark Stacy’s request for a tunnel car wash at 6545 Duck Creek Drive (7 Ayes, 1 Nay). It approved ZoneDev’s amendment to allow single‑family detached homes at 2906 Bobtown Road and 5401/5417 Rosehill Road (8 Ayes, 0 Nays). It also approved Mission Ridge Consultants’ amendment for a warehouse office/showroom at 2801 Belt Line Road with a 10‑year specific use provision and a 30% office‑space condition (8 Ayes, 0 Nays).

• Approved meeting minutes (8-0)
• Denied car wash specific use request at 6545 Duck Creek Drive (7-1)
• Approved amendment to PD District 18-20 for single‑family detached dwellings at 2906 Bobtown Rd and 5401/5417 Rosehill Rd (8-0)
• Approved amendment to PD District 05-36 for warehouse office/showroom at 2801 Belt Line Rd, 10‑year SUP, 30% office space (8-0)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will receive updates from the Garland Police Department on scams targeting seniors and from Code Compliance on the Senior Lawn Care program in partnership with the Dallas Area Agency on Aging. Other discussions include the City Hall evacuation plan, the commission's website, and upcoming topics for the City Press. No votes are scheduled; the meeting consists of informational items and discussions.

• Garland Police Department update on scams and issues pertaining to senior citizens
• Garland Code Compliance update on the Senior Lawn Care program and partnership with Dallas Area Agency on Aging (DAAA)
• Discussion of City Hall evacuation plan
• Discussion of Senior Citizens Advisory Commission website
• Senior Center reports from Carver and Senior Activity Center

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet on November 5, 2025 at City Hall to approve the October 1, 2025 minutes. The board will hear updates from the Garland Parks Foundation, the Garland Adult Softball league, the Texas Recreation and Parks Society, and a Raising Cane's sponsorship. A discussion of the board’s mission and goals will be led by Managing Director D’Lee Williams. An update on capital improvement projects will be provided by the Parks Planning Administrator.

• Parks Foundation update
• Garland Adult Softball league report
• Mission and goals discussion
• Raising Cane's sponsorship update
• Capital improvement projects update

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. No public comments were received. The board received updates on several programs and added new items to the future agenda list. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Development Services Committee

The Development Services Committee will meet to review the current Special Use Permit (SUP) process. This item was referred to the committee by Council Member Carissa Dutton and Mayor Pro Tem Lucht.

• Review of the SUP process

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive briefings on housing, transportation, and city services. The body will discuss a recommendation to extend the boundaries and term of TIF #2 and receive a preliminary housing market analysis from CZB.

• Proposed term and boundary amendment for TIF #2
• Preliminary housing market analysis presentation by CZB
• Report on sign ordinance review and SB840 proposed amendments
• Update on DART City Manager's Working Group regarding governance and funding
• Written report on the creation of an All Abilities Committee

City Council

The Garland City Council will approve the FY 26 Council Calendar and consider creating an All Abilities Committee. The meeting includes a consent agenda with bids for engineering services and library e-books, and public hearings for two zoning cases.

• Approve FY 26 Council Calendar
• Consider creating an All Abilities Committee
• Approve bids for engineering services ($2.1M, $1.3M)
• Approve e-books and e-audiobooks ($382,000)
• Public hearings for car wash and personal services zoning

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the October 21 minutes, three engineering and library contracts, and the FY 26 council calendar. A resolution creating an All Abilities Committee was also approved unanimously. The council voted 6‑3 to approve a 30‑year specific‑use provision and concept plan for a car‑wash at 1540 Firewheel Parkway, and 8‑1 to approve a 30‑year specific‑use provision and concept plan for a personal‑services use at 2241 Peggy Lane.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved TMPA Pruitt 138kV Switch Station engineering addendum – $2,100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Overdrive e‑books/e‑audiobooks contract – $382,000 (unanimous)
• Approved GP&L GIS migration services – $1,304,000 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 26 City Council calendar (unanimous)
• Approved creation of All Abilities Committee (unanimous)
• Approved 30‑year SUP and concept plan for car‑wash at 1540 Firewheel Parkway (6‑3)

Unified Building Standards Commission

The Unified Building Standards Commission will discuss the adoption of several 2024 International Codes and the 2023 National Electrical Code. The commission will also hold an election for a Commission Chair.

• Adoption of 2024 International Building, Existing Building, Residential, Mechanical, Plumbing, Property Maintenance, Fuel Gas, and Energy Conservation Codes
• Adoption of 2023 National Electrical Code
• Election of Commission Chair

Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board

The Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board will meet to receive staff updates on several district programs. The board will also review the approved budget for FY25-26.

• Review of the approved FY25-26 budget
• Updates on Managed District Services
• Status brief on the Revitalization Program
• Updates on Enhanced Square Programming
• Updates on Public Art and TIF #1 Area Improvements

The Board approved the minutes from the July 30, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The board also welcomed newly appointed members and received updates on managed district services, the revitalization program, enhanced square programming, public art, TIF #1 area improvements, and the FY25‑26 budget. No other actions were voted on. The meeting adjourned at 5:33 p.m.

• Approved July 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Garland Youth Council

The Garland Youth Council will consider approval of minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Members will discuss a meet‑and‑greet with City Council Member Jeff Bass, the possible rescheduling of the December 9, 2025 meeting, and planning for email reminders. They will also review upcoming events such as Día de los Muertos on November 1 and other scheduled activities.

• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2025 meeting
• City Council Meet and Greet with Council Member Jeff Bass
• Discussion of potentially rescheduling the December 9, 2025 meeting
• Planning of committee and council email reminders
• Review of upcoming events: Día de los Muertos (Nov 1), Garland Youth Council Meeting (Nov 11), Christmas on the Square (Dec 4), Pancakes with Santa (Dec 6), Snacks with Santa (Dec 9)

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Members voted to reschedule the December 2025 meeting from the 9th to December 13, 2025. They also signed up for upcoming volunteer events such as Día de los Muertos, Christmas on the Square, and the two Santa activities.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Rescheduled December meeting to December 13, 2025
• Signed up for upcoming volunteer events (Día de los Muertos, Christmas on the Square, Pancakes with Santa, Snacks with Santa)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider two public hearing applications: one for an automobile repair use at 4134 Bobtown Road, and another for a warehouse office/showroom development at 2801 Belt Line Road. The commission will also approve the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting and announce the passing of former commissioner Mike Rose.

• Public hearing: Specific Use Provision and Concept Plan for an automobile repair at 4134 Bobtown Road (File Z 25-34)
• Public hearing: Amendment to Planned Development District 05-36 and Specific Use Provision for a warehouse office/showroom at 2801 Belt Line Road (File Z 25-37)
• Approval of October 13, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Announcement of the passing of former Plan Commissioner Mike Rose

The Commission approved the October 13 minutes (7‑0, 1 abstention). It approved a 15‑year specific use permit for an automobile repair at 4134 Bobtown Road with height and opening restrictions (6‑2). The commission postponed the Mission Ridge Consultants warehouse/office application to the November 10 meeting (8‑0). A motion to close the public hearing on the auto‑repair request also passed (8‑0).

• Approved October 13 minutes (7 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstention)
• Approved 15‑year specific use permit for automobile repair at 4134 Bobtown Rd (6 Ayes, 2 Nays)
• Closed public hearing on auto‑repair application (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Postponed Mission Ridge Consultants warehouse/office application to Nov 10, 2025 (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)

General

The City Council will have a quorum present at the West Garland Library Grand Opening at 3921 W Walnut St. No formal action, deliberations, or policy decisions will take place during the event.

• Potential quorum attendance at West Garland Library Grand Opening, 3921 W Walnut St

General

The Garland City Council will be notified that a quorum may attend the Annual Camelot Neighborhood Chili Cookoff at 3413 King Arthur Dr. No formal council business, deliberations, or policy decisions will occur at the event. The council does not control the event content and any public business discussed will be incidental.

• Quorum attendance at Annual Camelot Neighborhood Chili Cookoff
• No formal council action or deliberations scheduled
• Council does not supervise event communications

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will approve the meeting minutes and hear public comments. It will then discuss three items: an Adopt‑a‑Street program presentation, scoping of Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant guidelines, and scoping of citywide third‑party mailer distribution. No decisions are indicated for these items.

• Adopt‑a‑Street Program – staff will present information about street adoption and maintenance
• Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant Guidelines – scoping discussion of grant participation guidelines
• Third‑Party Mailers Distributed Citywide – scoping discussion of citywide flyer and mailer distribution

The committee unanimously approved the August 28 meeting minutes. It granted city staff until December to research potential solutions for Lake Ray Hubbard shoreline maintenance. The discussion of Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant guidelines was tabled until the October 23 meeting. No other actions were approved.

• Approved August 28 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Granted City staff until December to research Lake Ray Hubbard solutions
• Tabled Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant Guidelines discussion until Oct 23

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will approve the minutes from its September 25, 2025 meeting. It will continue discussion on how to improve engagement with City Council‑appointed boards and commissions, reviewing related ordinances, charter provisions, and bylaws. The Committee will also receive an update from Michael Boese of Clear Career Professionals on the Council Appointee Evaluation Process and the upcoming schedule.

• Approve September 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss board and commission engagement, reviewing ordinances, charter provisions, and bylaws
• Receive update on Council Appointee Evaluation Process from Michael Boese (Clear Career Professionals)
• Public comments (three‑minute limit per speaker)

The committee approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Lucht and a second by Councilmember Dutton. It agreed to forward a recommendation to City Council to dissolve the Garland Health Facilities Corporation and the Lake Ray Hubbard Appeals Board. The committee also set new dates for council appointee evaluations: judicial evaluations on November 17, 2025 and remaining staff evaluations on December 1, 2025.

• Approved September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Lucht, seconded by Dutton)
• Agreed to forward ordinance to dissolve Garland Health Facilities Corporation
• Agreed to forward ordinance to dissolve Lake Ray Hubbard Appeals Board
• Adopted policy approach for board reporting schedule and requested staff provide schedule and training
• Set judicial appointee evaluation date for November 17, 2025
• Set remaining staff appointee evaluation date for December 1, 2025
• Agreed judges evaluated first to allow follow‑up before second session

Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee

The Transportation Infrastructure & Mobility Committee will meet on Oct 21, 2025 at City Hall to consider several agenda items. The committee will approve the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hold scoping discussions on evaluating parking configurations in industrial zones and on railroad crossing conditions, planned improvements, and possible grant opportunities. Public comments will be allowed and the meeting will adjourn.

• Approve March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Scoping discussion on parking in industrial zones – two‑sided vs one‑sided streets
• Scoping discussion on railroad crossing conditions, planned improvements, and potential grant opportunities

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting. It discussed a future no‑parking zone on Naaman Forest Boulevard and agreed that restrictions will be timed with or just before the road’s completion. For the Fifth Street area near Cooper Concrete, the committee agreed to refresh signage, apply targeted enforcement, and monitor compliance.

• Approved minutes of Dec 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Decided parking restrictions on Naaman Forest will be implemented with or just before roadway completion
• Agreed to refresh "No Parking" signage on Fifth Street near Cooper Concrete
• Agreed to implement targeted enforcement of parking violations on Fifth Street
• Agreed to monitor compliance after signage and enforcement actions

City Council

The Garland City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of several large bids for utility and park projects, ranging from $281,072 to $2,271,199. They will also vote on a proposed amendment to the Development Code to allow zoning cases to expire after inactivity, and on funding for the Spring 2025 Neighborhood Vitality matching grant. Additional items include abandoning an easement, denying an Oncor rate change, and public hearings on two development applications.

• Approve $2,271,199 bid to purchase a TS Conductor for the GP&L Naaman to Apollo 138kV Transmission Line
• Approve $1,449,776.16 bid for James Park and Quail Creek Parkway improvements, including a new playground and accessible parking
• Approve $1,250,000 bid for steel structures and materials for the TMPA Greenville Interchange to Pruitt New Line and Station project
• Consider amendment to the Garland Development Code to add an option to expire zoning cases after prolonged applicant inactivity
• Approve funding for the Spring 2025 Neighborhood Vitality matching grant cycle

The Garland City Council unanimously approved the minutes from the October 6 meeting and a series of infrastructure bids totaling over $5 million. It also approved funding for the Spring 2025 Neighborhood Vitality matching grant and denied Oncor Electric's proposed rate change. All actions were adopted without dissent.

• Approved minutes of the October 6, 2025 meeting (all voted in favor)
• Approved Transformers for Firewheel Pump Station bid – $281,072.00 (all voted in favor)
• Approved James Park and Quail Creek Parkway Improvements bid – $1,449,776.16 (all voted in favor)
• Approved GP&L Olinger Unit 1 Static Excitation System bid – $533,575.00 (all voted in favor)
• Approved TMPA Greenville Interchange to Pruitt New Line materials bid – $1,250,000.00 (all voted in favor)
• Approved GP&L Naaman to Apollo Transmission Line Conductor bid – $2,271,199.00 (all voted in favor)
• Approved funding request for the Spring 2025 Neighborhood Vitality matching grant (all voted in favor)
• Approved resolution denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company rate change (all voted in favor)

Legislative Affairs Committee

The Legislative & Public Affairs Committee will hold scoping discussions on H.R. 1 "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and its potential impacts on Garland, as well as on alcoholic beverage zone legislation and alternatives. The committee will also consider approval of the June 16, 2025 meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• Discuss ramifications of H.R. 1 "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" for the City of Garland
• Consider alcoholic beverage zone legislation and alternatives
• Consider approval of June 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments allowed for items on the agenda

City Council

The Garland City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2026 City Council calendar, a resolution to deny Oncor's electric rate change, and updates on soccer complex development and public safety committees.

• Consider 2026 City Council calendar
• Deny Oncor's Electric Rate Change
• Update on PGBT & Holford Road Soccer Complex
• Public Safety Committee Report
• Development Services Committee Report

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission will consider approval of the September 18 minutes, hear public comments, receive a report from the Election Nominating Committee, and conduct a secret‑ballot election for Board Chair and Vice‑Chair. The meeting will also include updates on past and upcoming committee events and discussion of future meeting logistics.

• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Election Nominating Committee report on upcoming election
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice‑Chair by secret ballot
• Reports on past committee events and plans for future events
• Discussion of logistics for upcoming community events

The Community Multicultural Commission met on October 16, 2025, approved the September 18 minutes, heard public comments, received an election nominating committee report, and discussed future meetings and event logistics. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Tax Increment Finance South Board

The Tax Increment Finance South Board will meet on October 15, 2025, to discuss and possibly recommend to the City Council several actions regarding Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number 2 (TIF #2). These include extending the termination date, expanding the zone's boundaries, and updating the project and financing plan. The board will also consider approving minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting.

• Consider approval of TIF #2 South Board minutes from August 20, 2025
• Consider recommending to City Council extending the termination date of TIF #2
• Consider recommending to City Council expanding TIF #2 boundaries
• Consider recommending to City Council updating the Project and Financing Plan for TIF #2

The board approved the minutes from the May 25, 2025 meeting. It also approved extending the termination date of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #2 to 2045 and adopted the updated project and financing plan for TIF #2. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 25, 2025 TIF Board minutes (all in favor)
• Approved extending TIF #2 termination date to 2045 (all in favor)
• Approved updated project and financing plan for TIF #2 (all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting (all in favor)

Development Services Committee

The Development Services Committee will approve the September 9 minutes, allow public comments, and receive staff briefings on several pending items. Topics include a review of the city’s sign ordinance, residential improvements under CH380, the carport ordinance, antenna design elements, proposed amendments to SB840, and the process for designating outside economic development tools. The committee will discuss the staff updates and consider any next steps.

• Review Sign Ordinance
• Review Carport Ordinance
• Evaluate Design Elements of Antennas
• Review SB840 Proposed Amendments
• Review Process for Designation of Outside Economic Development Tools

Garland Youth Council

The Garland Youth Council will first consider approval of the minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting. After public comments, members will hear presentations from City Council Member Ed Moore, Library Services Librarian Melanie Johnston, and Parks & Recreation Manager Jesse Johnson. The council will discuss recent volunteer experiences, break into committee groups to plan activities, and review upcoming community events.

• Approve minutes from the September 9, 2025 Youth Council meeting
• City Council Meet and Greet with Council Member Ed Moore
• Speaker – Library Services: Melanie Johnston on youth engagement
• Speaker – Parks & Recreation: Jesse Johnson on amenities, classes, camps, and job opportunities
• Planning of upcoming events such as the October 24 Haunted House/Trunk or Treat and the November 1 Día de los Muertos

The council voted to approve the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Catherine Le, seconded by Andrew Kuzhippilil, and all members voted in favor. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Garland Library Board will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson for 2026. Staff will provide updates on library construction projects funded by the 2019 Bond Program and Capital Improvement Projects. The board will also recap recent events including Curiosityfest and One Book, One Garland. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Election of chairperson and vice-chairperson for 2026
• Update on Library construction projects from the 2019 Bond Program and Capital Improvement Projects
• Recap of Curiosityfest: A Garland Book Festival & Author Event
• Recap of the 2025 One Book, One Garland event
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2025 meeting

The Library Board approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting with all members voting in favor. No other motions were taken. The meeting included introductions of new advisory board members and updates on library projects, budget, telehealth services, and community programs.

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (all in favor)

Plan Commission

The Garland Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and hold public hearings on two zoning applications. The body will consider a Specific Use Provision for an automated car wash at 1540 Firewheel Parkway and a personal services use at 2241 Peggy Lane.

• Approval of September 22, 2025 Plan Commission Minutes
• Public hearing for Z 25-32: Automated car wash SUP at 1540 Firewheel Parkway
• Public hearing for Z 25-33: Personal services SUP at 2241 Peggy Lane

The Commission adopted the September 22, 2025 minutes with a 6‑0 vote. It approved a 30‑year Specific Use Provision for a car wash at 1540 Firewheel Parkway (Z 25‑32) by a 5‑0 vote with one abstention. It also approved a 30‑year Specific Use Provision for a personal services use at 2241 Peggy Lane (Z 25‑33) by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved September 22, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (6 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved Kimley‑Horn car wash Specific Use Provision, 30‑year term (5 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstention)
• Approved Darlynn T. Troung personal services Specific Use Provision, 30‑year term (6 Ayes, 0 Nays)

General

The City of Garland is holding a notice for a potential quorum of the City Council to attend a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations are scheduled to take place.

• Potential quorum of City Council for ceremonial event
• Garland Landmark Museum's Exhibit: Texas Tamales: Wrapped in Tradition
• Event at William E. Dollar Municipal Building

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to review trends, challenges, and opportunities within the EMS industry. The body will also address outstanding questions from a previous meeting held on September 10, 2025.

• Approval of September 10, 2025, Fire & EMS Stakeholder Committee minutes
• Discussion on the State of the EMS Industry: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
• Follow-up on questions from the September 10, 2025 meeting

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other agenda items were voted on; the remaining topics were discussed but no decisions were recorded.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous approval)

City Council

The City Council will discuss consent agenda items including a TxDOT traffic enforcement grant, a neighborhood matching grant, a Spring Creek wastewater interceptor condition assessment contract, and the Cultural Arts Commission hotel occupancy tax budget. Appointments to the Tax Increment Finance Board will be considered. An executive session is scheduled to deliberate economic development negotiations for a site near Holford Road and SH 190.

• TxDOT STEP 2026 Comprehensive Grant for traffic enforcement
• Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant request from Shores of Wellington (Spring 2025 cycle)
• Spring Creek Forest Preserve and Wastewater Interceptor condition assessment professional services contract
• Garland Cultural Arts Commission Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenue Budget and sub-grant recipients for 2025-2026
• Executive session on economic development negotiations near Holford Road and SH 190 (closed to public)

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the September 16 meeting minutes and three bids totaling about $1.13 million for utility services and a road change order. Council members will hear a public hearing on the proposed City of Garland Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program and then vote on a resolution to establish the program. The council will also consider the 2025‑2026 Garland Cultural Arts Commission hotel occupancy tax revenue budget, sub‑grant recipients, and management agreement. Additionally, the council will approve agreements with TxDOT for State Highway 66 corridor improvements and a FY 2026 TxDOT STEP grant.

• Approve GP&L Utility Network Implementation contract – Burns & McDonnell $321,000
• Approve purchase of Replacement Hydro Excavator Truck – Freightliner of Austin $593,421.99
• Approve Change Order No. 3 for Holford Road Segment A – DDM Construction $217,296
• Approve TxDOT agreements for State Highway 66 median enhancements
• Adopt resolution establishing the City of Garland Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included several utility and infrastructure bids, TxDOT agreements, and a STEP grant. It also approved the Garland Cultural Arts Commission hotel occupancy tax revenue budget. A public hearing on the proposed PACE program was held with no comments, and the council adopted a resolution establishing the City of Garland Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. Finally, Elizabeth Mitchell was appointed to the Tax Increment Finance #2 South Board.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, utility bids, hydro excavator purchase, road change order, TxDOT agreements, STEP grant) – all voted in favor
• Approved Garland Cultural Arts Commission hotel occupancy tax revenue budget – all voted in favor
• Held public hearing on proposed City of Garland PACE program – no public comments
• Adopted resolution establishing City of Garland Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program – all voted in favor
• Appointed Elizabeth Mitchell to Tax Increment Finance #2 South Board – all voted in favor

General

This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend SafetyFest. No formal action or deliberations will take place during the event.

• Attendance at SafetyFest at Fire Administration, 1500 State Hwy 66

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will meet to elect its Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also receive updates from the Parks and Recreation Department, the Volunteer Program, and senior center supervisors.

• Election of Commission Chair
• Election of Commission Vice Chair
• Parks and Recreation Department overview by D'Lee Williams
• Volunteer Program overview by Josue Diaz
• Discussion on the commission website and City Press topics

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will first consider approval of the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The board will hear updates on the Garland Girls Softball league, the Parks Foundation, Texas Arbor Day tree giveaway, and capital improvement projects. Public comments are allowed for three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Election of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Chair
• Election of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Vice Chair
• Capital Improvement Projects – Design & Development Division update
• Texas Arbor Day and Tree Giveaway update

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The board then elected Jason Aguirre as Chair and Nancy Janssen as Vice Chair, each with an 8‑0 vote. No other actions were decided.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Elected Jason Aguirre as Chair (8-0)
• Elected Nancy Janssen as Vice Chair (8-0)

Audit Committee

The Garland Audit Committee will approve the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes and then consider four separate audit presentations: the Weaver FY 2025 audit, the Firewheel Golf Course operations audit, the fire‑controlled substance audit, and a follow‑up on the liability claims process audit. Public comments are allowed before the audit items are discussed. The meeting may move to a closed executive session if any item involves privileged attorney‑client information.

• Weaver Presentation – FY 2025 audit
• Firewheel Golf Course Operations audit
• Fire Controlled Substance audit
• Liability Claims Process audit follow‑up

The committee approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Councilmember Chris Ott and a second by Councilmember Ed Moore; the motion carried. Members discussed the FY 2025 Weaver audit, the Firewheel Golf Course operations audit, the fire department controlled‑substance audit, and the liability claims process audit. The committee asked for updates on the Firewheel Golf Course and fire department audit action plans by the end of March 2026.

• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Requested Firewheel Golf Course audit update by end of March 2026
• Requested Fire Department audit update by end of March 2026

General

The City Council will attend a ceremonial tour of REPKON-USA. The notice states that no formal action or deliberations will take place during the event.

• Tour of REPKON-USA at 1200 North Glenbrook Drive

General

The Garland City Council will attend a ceremonial event at 420 Main Street. No formal action or deliberations are scheduled.

• Ceremonial event: Hats Off: A Salute to Garland's Big Hat
• Location: 420 Main Street, Garland, TX
• No formal action or deliberations will take place

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will meet to discuss several scoping items and a continuation of a previous discussion. The body is reviewing city policies regarding business storage, lake maintenance, and grant programs.

• Outside storage of tires at businesses
• Lake Ray Hubbard area maintenance scoping
• Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant guidelines scoping
• Emergency weather alerts on City of Garland social media accounts

The committee unanimously approved the March 27 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant application for the Shores of Wellington HOA to be considered by City Council. The committee directed staff to consult tire shop owners about outside tire storage. Discussion of Lake Ray Hubbard area maintenance was tabled.

• Approved March 27 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant application for full City Council consideration (unanimous)
• Directed staff to consult tire shop operators regarding outside tire storage (no vote)
• Tabled Lake Ray Hubbard area maintenance discussion (no vote)

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will hold a work session to discuss two items: enhancing engagement with City Council-appointed boards and commissions, and options for lowering flags for specific events. No votes are expected; these are continued discussions referred from earlier council work sessions. The committee will also consider approval of August meeting minutes.

• Discussion on enhancing engagement with boards and commissions, including review of ordinances and bylaws
• Discussion on lowering flags for deaths of current/former staff or council members
• Approval of August 28 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Planned Development Amendment to allow a tattooing/body piercing establishment by right at 315 Coneflower Drive Unit A03. They will also vote on approval of the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes and receive an update on the Garland Forward 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approve September 8, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Public hearing on Z 25-29: Planned Development Amendment to allow tattooing/body piercing at 315 Coneflower Drive Unit A03 (District 1)
• Staff update on the Garland Forward 2050 Comprehensive Plan

The Commission approved the September 8, 2025 Plan Commission minutes with a vote of 8 Ayes, 0 Nays and 1 abstention. It also approved a Planned Development amendment to allow a tattoo/body‑piercing establishment at 315 Coneflower Drive Unit A03 for five years, voting 9 Ayes, 0 Nays. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 8, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (8‑0‑1 abstention)
• Approved Planned Development amendment for tattoo/body‑piercing establishment at 315 Coneflower Drive Unit A03 (9‑0)

General

This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place.

• Attendance at the NAACP Garland Unit 34th Annual Freedom Brunch & Silent Auction

Civil Service Commission

The Garland Civil Service Commission will approve the minutes from its May 30, 2025 meeting and the eligibility lists for the June 7 fire entrance exam and the August 22 police supervisor promotional exam. It will also adopt several amendments to its local rules, including adding a new Deputy Chief classification for the Police Department. Informational items include upcoming police entrance exams scheduled for September 27 and November 15, 2025.

• Approve eligibility list from the Fire Entrance Examination conducted on June 7, 2025
• Approve eligibility list from the Police Supervisor Promotional Examination conducted on August 22, 2025
• Adopt amendment to Local Rule LR 143.021 to add a new Deputy Chief classification in the Police Department
• Adopt amendments to Local Rules LR 143.006, LR 143.010, LR 143.022, and LR 143.025
• Informational notice of Police Entrance Exams on September 27 and November 15, 2025

The Civil Service Commission approved the May 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved eligibility lists for the June 7 fire exam and the August 22 police supervisor exam. The commission adopted amendments to several Local Rules and approved the Police Chief’s request to create a new Deputy Chief classification.

• Approved minutes from May 30, 2025 meeting
• Approved eligibility list from June 7, 2025 Fire Entrance Examination
• Approved eligibility list from August 22, 2025 Police Supervisor Promotional Examination
• Adopted amendments to Local Rule LR 143.006
• Adopted amendments to Local Rule LR 143.010
• Approved addition of a new Deputy Chief classification and amendment to Local Rule LR 143.021
• Approved amendments to Local Rule LR 143.022
• Approved amendments to Local Rule LR 143.025

Animal Services Advisory Committee

The Animal Services Advisory Committee will hold a work session to review shelter operations, discuss community outreach, and present an achievement award. The meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2025, at the William E. Dollar Municipal Building.

• Approval of July 25, 2025 minutes
• Presentation of Animal Services Achievement Award
• Review of shelter operations and intake data
• Update on community outreach programs
• Discussion of department goals and partnerships

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission will discuss forming a subcommittee for the 25th anniversary celebration and establish a nominating committee for the upcoming election of Chair and Vice-Chair in October. Members will also receive updates on outreach materials, past and future events, and plan the Children's Fall Festival scheduled for October 18, 2025. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 21, 2025.

• Formation of subcommittee for CMC 25th Anniversary planning
• Establishment of nominating committee for Chair and Vice-Chair election in October
• Discussion of outreach materials and promotional inventory orders
• Planning for Children's Fall Festival on October 18, 2025
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2025 meeting

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hold a meeting to discuss policies for traffic control devices in construction zones. The body will also review regulations regarding portable restrooms for construction crews.

• Scoping discussion on traffic control device policies in construction zones
• Review of portable restroom regulations for construction crews

The committee approved the minutes from the June 25, 2025 Public Safety meeting by unanimous vote. Members discussed traffic‑control device policies and portable restroom placement in construction zones, noting ongoing concerns. Staff will develop and present policy recommendations at the November Public Safety Committee meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 25, 2025 Public Safety Committee minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Garland Board of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider a variance request for an eight-foot decorative steel fence at 3319 Edgewood Drive. The board will also introduce a new member.

• Approval of Board of Adjustment minutes from July 16, 2025
• Variance request for 8-foot decorative steel fence at 3319 Edgewood Drive
• Introduction of new Board of Adjustment member Joseph Willoughby

The Board of Adjustment approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑aye, 0‑nay vote and one abstention. It also approved a variance allowing an eight‑foot decorative steel fence at 3319 Edgewood Drive, voting 7‑aye, 0‑nay. New member Joseph Willoughby was introduced.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Abstention)
• Approved 8‑ft decorative steel fence variance at 3319 Edgewood Drive (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will first consider approving the minutes from its July 15, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will then review attendance figures for the Granville Arts Center, The Plaza Theatre, and The Atrium for the period July 1 – August 31, 2025. The Cultural Arts Director, Amy Rosenthal, will provide an update on City of Garland initiatives. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a discussion of future agenda items.

• Approve minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting
• Review attendance figures for Granville Arts Center, The Plaza Theatre, and The Atrium (July‑August 2025)
• Director Amy Rosenthal’s update on City of Garland initiatives
• Public comment period (three minutes per speaker)
• Consider future agenda items

Commissioners made a motion to approve the July 15, 2025 minutes, and a separate motion to approve new officer appointments, but the minutes do not record any vote results or final approvals. The meeting was adjourned at 5:17 p.m. after a motion to adjourn was made and seconded.

• Motion to approve July 15, 2025 minutes made (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to approve new officers (Chair, Vice‑Chair, Treasurer) made (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting made and seconded (meeting ended at 5:17 p.m.)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several utility infrastructure bids and parking restrictions near a school and residential neighborhood. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a retail fuel pump request and discuss the intent to establish a clean energy program.

• Bids for GP&L: Burns & McDonnell ($394,000), KBS Electrical Distributors ($400,000), Brandon & Clark ($346,528.83), and Keasler Sales ($501,000)
• Parking restrictions on Towngate Boulevard, Heather Glen Drive, and Birchwood Drive
• Public hearing for fuel pump retail use at 730 West Centerville Road
• Household Hazardous Waste Interlocal Agreement renewal for $350,000
• Resolution of intent to establish a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included several GP&L bids, an Atmos Energy settlement, parking restrictions on Towngate Blvd and Heather Glen Drive, a hazardous waste agreement renewal, a CIP budget amendment, and an accessory dwelling ordinance. Council members voted 6‑3 to deny The Dimension Group's request for a fuel pump specific‑use provision at 730 West Centerville Road. The council then voted 8‑1 to approve a resolution of intent to establish a City of Garland Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, GP&L bids, Atmos Energy settlement, parking restrictions, hazardous waste renewal, CIP amendment, accessory dwelling ordinance) – unanimous
• Denied fuel pump specific‑use provision request at 730 West Centerville Road (6‑3)
• Approved resolution of intent to establish City of Garland PACE program (8‑1)

General

The Board of Directors of the Garland Foundation for Development, Inc. will meet to discuss the acquisition and sale of two parcels of land. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 5, 2025, meeting.

• Purchase of 0.17 +/- acres near W State Street and N 1st Street
• Sale of 0.97 +/- acres near Rosehill Road and Thackery Road

The board unanimously approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Directors approved the purchase of approximately 0.17 acres at W State Street and N 1st Street with an 8‑1 vote. The proposed sale of about 0.97 acres at Rosehill Road and Thackery Road was tabled with all directors voting in favor.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 0.17 ± acres near W State St & N 1st St (8‑1)
• Tabled sale of 0.97 ± acres near Rosehill Rd & Thackery Rd (unanimous)

City Council

The Garland City Council will hold a work session to review a proposed budget amendment for the Stormwater Management Fund, discuss updates on the comprehensive plan and housing market analysis, and consider amendments to the Garland Development Code regarding zoning case expiration. The session will also include an executive session to discuss attorney-client matters.

• Stormwater Management Fund budget amendment for $350,000
• TXDOT agreements for State Highway 66 corridor improvements
• Amendments to Garland Development Code regarding zoning case expiration
• Administrative Services Committee report on board and commission engagement
• Executive session on attorney/client matters and real property purchase

General

This is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend a ceremonial event. No formal action or deliberations will take place.

• Attendance at the 24th Annual Guns & Hoses Boxing Tournament at 200 E. Stacy Road, #1350, Allen, TX

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to establish the scope of work for the Fire & EMS Stakeholder Committee. The session includes an introduction to the Garland Fire Department and the establishment of a future meeting schedule.

• Defining scope of work for Fire & EMS Stakeholder Committee
• Garland Fire Department 101 presentation
• Establishment of future meeting schedule and logistics

The Public Safety Committee’s Fire and EMS Stakeholder Committee approved a monthly meeting schedule to be held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. The next meeting was set for October 8, 2025. The committee also decided that meeting materials will be hosted on Microsoft Teams.

• Approved monthly meetings on the 2nd Wednesday at 6 PM
• Approved next meeting date: October 8, 2025
• Approved use of Microsoft Teams to host meeting materials
• Defined scope to evaluate 24/48 shift schedule, EMS service model, and recommendation sustainability

Environmental & Community Advisory Board

The Environmental & Community Advisory Board will receive informational presentations from city staff on the pool inspection program, smoking ordinance, and sidewalk repair program, plus a Keep Garland Beautiful update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the board will first approve minutes from the June 11 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from June 11, 2025 meeting
• Overview of City of Garland Pool Inspection Program by Health Director Mandy Pippen
• Overview of City of Garland Smoking Ordinance by Health Director Mandy Pippen
• Overview of City of Garland Sidewalk Repair Program by Senior Civil Engineer Tye Tingey
• Update from Keep Garland Beautiful by board member and Sanitation Community Outreach Coordinator Michelle Stuyvesant

Development Services Committee

The Development Services Committee will receive staff updates and hold scoping discussions on several referred items. The meeting focuses on reviewing existing city ordinances and economic development tools.

• Update and scoping discussion on the Sign Ordinance
• Briefing on the Historical Signs & Facade Program
• Review of the Carport Ordinance
• Scoping discussion on SB840 proposed amendments
• Review of the process for designating outside economic development tools like Foreign Trade Zones and the PACE Program

Garland Youth Council

The Garland Youth Council will meet to elect executive officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, Historian) and assign members to committees for community service, teen events, and social promotions. The agenda also includes discussions on future speakers, communication channels, and upcoming events like Safety Fest and a neighborhood picnic.

• Elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Historian
• Committee assignments for Projects/Community Services, Teen Events/Recruiting, and Social/Promotions
• Discussion of potential speakers for upcoming meetings
• Upcoming events: Safety Fest (Oct 4), GYC Meeting (Oct 14), Camelot Neighborhood Picnic (Oct 25), GYC Social (Oct 28)

The Garland Youth Council held elections and chose Tasi Tajalle as President, Amsi Orozco as Vice President, Tamara Zamora as Secretary, and Catherine Le as Historian. Members were placed on the Teen Events, Social/Promotions, and Community Service/Volunteering committees based on their expressed interests. The council also set communication expectations and scheduled several upcoming events for October.

• Elected Tasi Tajalle as President
• Elected Amsi Orozco as Vice President
• Elected Tamara Zamora as Secretary
• Elected Catherine Le as Historian
• Assigned members to Teen Events committee
• Assigned members to Social/Promotions committee
• Assigned members to Community Service/Volunteering committee
• Set communication expectations and monthly progress reports to City Council

Library Board

The Garland Library Board will introduce two new advisory board members appointed by City Council and review updates on the 2019 Bond Program, FY2025-26 operating budget, and the South Garland Library telehealth partnership.

• Introduction of new Library Advisory Board Members Chantel Jones Bigby and Karen Wood
• Update on Library construction projects funded by the 2019 Bond Program
• Review of FY2025-26 Operating Budget and fee schedule
• Update on Parkland Hospital telehealth pod at South Garland Library
• Review of Club Curiosity summer reading program

The Library Board approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting with all members voting in favor. No members of the public spoke during the public comment period. New Library Advisory Board member Louis Moore and staff members Nicole Burton and Liz Kwan were introduced. Updates on the West Library Branch construction, other branch improvements, the Central Library grand opening, and the One Book, One Garland program were presented.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a development application for 1775 Wynn Joyce Road. The body will consider an amendment to a Planned Development district and a concept plan for a warehouse office/showroom.

• Public hearing for Z 25-28: amendment to PD District 84-104 and Concept Plan for Warehouse Office/Showroom at 1775 Wynn Joyce Road
• Approval of August 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Election of Officers

The commission approved the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0). It also approved Mission Ridge Consultants' amendment to Planned Development District 84‑104 and a concept plan for a warehouse office/showroom at 1775 Wynn Joyce Road (8‑0). Finally, commissioners elected Scott Roberts as Chairman, Julius Jenkins as First Vice‑Chairman, and Wayne Dalton as Second Vice‑Chairman (8‑0).

• Approved August 25, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved amendment to PD District 84‑104 for mixed‑use warehouse office/showroom at 1775 Wynn Joyce Road (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved concept plan for warehouse office/showroom use at 1775 Wynn Joyce Road (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Elected Scott Roberts as Chairman (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Elected Julius Jenkins as First Vice‑Chairman (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Elected Wayne Dalton as Second Vice‑Chairman (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission will meet to receive departmental updates and discuss communication efforts. The session includes reports from the Garland Police Department and Water Utilities Department.

• Garland Police Department update on scams and issues pertaining to senior citizens
• Garland Water Utilities Department overview
• Discussion regarding the Senior Citizen Advisory Commission website
• Reports from Carver and Senior Activity Center recreation supervisors
• Discussion on upcoming topics for the City Press

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were approved or denied. The session included updates from the water utilities department, police department, and senior centers, and discussed future agenda items. The meeting adjourned at 10:34 a.m.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on park security, the budget, and capital improvement projects. The board will also discuss its mission statement and receive reports from the Parks Foundation and Garland Soccer league.

• Budget update from Administrative Services Administrator Keith Reagan
• Park security update from Parks Director Kari Pacheco
• Capital Improvement Projects – Design & Development Division update
• Discussion regarding the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board mission statement
• Reports from the Garland Parks Foundation and Garland Soccer league

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting with an 8‑0 vote. The board received updates on the Garland Parks Foundation, Garland Soccer League, mission statement, park security, budget, and capital improvement projects. The mission‑statement discussion will be continued at a future meeting.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2025-26 annual operating budget and various ordinance amendments. The body will also review parking restrictions and a potential clean energy program. An executive session is scheduled to discuss economic development incentives for a business prospect.

• Final direction on FY 2025-26 Proposed Annual Operating Budget
• Proposed parking restrictions on Towngate Boulevard, Heather Glen Drive, and Birchwood Drive
• Resolution of intent to establish a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program
• Amendments to short-term rental regulations and food establishment permit revocation processes
• Executive session regarding incentives for a business prospect near President George Bush Turnpike and Holford Road

City Council

The Garland City Council will vote on the 2025‑26 Annual Operating Budget, the property tax rate of 68.9746 cents per $100, and the ratification of a $10.27 million property‑tax revenue increase. Additional items include fee and rate adjustments, short‑term rental regulations, and several development‑site requests. The consent agenda contains routine approvals such as library book purchases and a $325,000 housing grant.

• Adopt FY 2025‑26 Annual Operating Budget
• Adopt 2025‑26 property tax rate (68.9746 cents per $100 valuation)
• Ratify $10,269,877 property‑tax revenue increase for FY 2025‑26
• Approve ordinance amending short‑term rental regulations (Chapters 26 & 32)
• Consider development requests for sites at 2401 Arapaho Rd, 2813 Seminary Circle, 2000 East Centerville Rd, and 1914 South Jupiter Rd

The City Council approved the consent agenda, ratified a $10,269,877 increase in property‑tax revenue, adopted the FY 2025‑26 Annual Operating Budget and the new tax rate of 68.9746 cents per $100 of valuation. It also approved the fee and rate ordinance, a $600,000 library books contract, a $325,000 housing grant, and denied a planned‑development amendment for an automobile repair at 2401 Arapaho Road.

• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Ratified property‑tax revenue increase of $10,269,877 (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 Annual Operating Budget (unanimous)
• Adopted property‑tax rate of 68.9746 cents per $100 (debt service 40.10¢, M&O 28.86¢) (unanimous)
• Approved Fee and Rate Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $600,000 Shelf‑Ready Books & Materials contract for libraries (unanimous)
• Approved $325,000 grant from Garland Housing Finance Corporation for Where The Heart Is program (unanimous)
• Denied Resource One Credit Union planned‑development amendment for automobile repair at 2401 Arapaho Road (8‑1 vote)

General

This notice informs the public that a quorum of the Garland City Council may attend the Labor Day Parade at the Granville Arts Center. No formal action or deliberations will occur; any discussion of public business is incidental.

Community Services Committee

The Community Services Committee will continue discussions on nighttime pop-up businesses on private property and outside storage of tires at businesses. It will also review Neighborhood Matching Grant applications and scope the Adopt-A-Street program and Lake Ray Hubbard area maintenance. No votes on these items are scheduled; they are discussion-only items.

• Review Neighborhood Matching Grant applications
• Continue discussion on nighttime pop-up businesses on private property
• Continue discussion on outside storage of tires at businesses
• Scope discussion on Adopt-A-Street program
• Scope discussion on Lake Ray Hubbard area maintenance

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will discuss three items: enhancing engagement with City Council-appointed boards and commissions, lowering flags for specific events (e.g., death of staff or council members), and an update on the council appointee evaluation process conducted by Clear Career Professionals. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of board and commission engagement, including review of ordinances and bylaws
• Discussion of flag-lowering policies for staff and council member deaths
• Update on council appointee evaluation process by Clear Career Professionals
• Approval of July 24 meeting minutes

General

The City Council may attend a ceremonial event hosted by the Garland Chamber of Commerce. No formal action or deliberations will take place during this function.

• Attendance at the State of the District event at 675 W. Walnut St.

Plan Commission

The Garland Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and hold public hearings on two items: a request for fuel pumps at 730 West Centerville Road and a parking variance at 320 West Interstate 30.

• Approval of August 11, 2025 Plan Commission Minutes
• Public hearing for Z 25-25: Fuel pumps at 730 West Centerville Road
• Public hearing for SL 25-01: Parking variance at 320 West Interstate 30

The commission approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. It denied The Dimension Group's request for a fuel pump and retail specific use provision at 730 West Centerville Road. It approved David Block's development variance for non‑residential parking and landscaping at 320 West Interstate 30.

• Approved August 11, 2025 Plan Commission Minutes (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Denied The Dimension Group fuel pump SUP application at 730 West Centerville Road (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved David Block development variance for 320 West Interstate 30 (8 Ayes, 0 Nays)

General

This is a notice of a potential quorum for a ceremonial groundbreaking event for the Senior Activity Center at 600 W. Ave B. No formal action or deliberations will occur; any discussion of public business is incidental.

• Build Garland Day: Senior Activity Center Groundbreaking at 600 W. Ave B

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission will meet to review its FY 2025 budget and the status of its short-term SMART goals. Members will also discuss promotional inventory and coordination for future events.

• Review of FY 2025 CMC budget information
• Update on SMART goals status
• Discussion of outreach materials and promotional inventory
• Coordination of future meetings and events

Tax Increment Finance South Board

The Tax Increment Finance South Board will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and consider extending the termination date for Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number 2 (TIF #2).

• Approval of May 25, 2025 TIF #2 South Board minutes
• Review of proposed FY 2025-26 budget and revenue projections
• Discussion on extending the termination date for TIF #2
• Discussion on updating the Project and Financing Plan for TIF #2

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 25, 2025 meeting. It then approved extending the termination date of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #2 to 2045 and adopted an updated project and financing plan that splits funds equally between public‑safety operations along I‑30 and economic‑development initiatives. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote.

• Approved May 25, 2025 TIF Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved extending TIF #2 termination date to 2045 (unanimous)
• Approved updated TIF #2 project and financing plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2025-26 Proposed Annual Operating Budget and the proposed FY 2025-2026 Tax Rate. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and zoning ordinances.

• Public hearings on FY 2025-26 Proposed Annual Operating Budget and Proposed Tax Rate
• Primoris T&D Services, LLC contract for substation maintenance at $5,000,000.00
• Taurus Commercial, Inc. bid for GP&L Elm Grove Office Building at $3,025,640.50
• Garver, LLC bid for Wastewater Treatment Plant Masterplan at $2,656,093.75
• Zoning change for data center and warehouse at 2302 Naaman School Road

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included a $5,000,000 blanket services contract for GP&L and TMPA substations, several wastewater and construction bids, and an amendment to the Note Purchase Agreement. It also approved five zoning ordinances and a resolution supporting a Foreign‑Trade Zone designation for Nobilia North America. All items were adopted unanimously. Council members also confirmed numerous board and commission appointments.

• Approved consent agenda items, including $5,000,000 substation contract (unanimous)
• Approved wastewater replacement bid $1,813,508.00 (unanimous)
• Approved wastewater treatment plant masterplan bid $2,656,093.75 (unanimous)
• Approved GP&L Elm Grove Office Building construction bid $3,025,640.50 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to the Note Purchase Agreement with Wells Fargo (unanimous)
• Approved five zoning ordinances for Watermill Express, Jared Trozzo, Scruby's Wave Wash, Om Estates Development, and Garland ISD (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting Nobilia North America FTZ application (unanimous)
• Approved all listed board and commission appointments (unanimous)

City Council

The Garland City Council will discuss the 2025-26 operating budget, short-term rental regulations, and a proposed Property Assessed Clean Energy program. The body will also consider amendments to the tax roll and updates on capital improvement projects.

• Consideration of FY 2025-26 Proposed Annual Operating Budget
• Amendments to Chapters 26 and 32 of the Code of Ordinances - Short-term Rentals
• Consider Establishing a City of Garland Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program
• Amendment to the Tax Roll by $79,585.29
• Introduction of new Recreation and Senior Services Director Albert Montero

City Council

The council will receive an overview of the FY 2025‑26 proposed budget and related documents. Department heads will present new funding requests and fee or rate changes for parks, fire, landfill, water, wastewater, and sanitation services. Staff will also brief the council on proposed modifications to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2, including boundary changes and an extension of its life. The council will then discuss the budget and give direction to staff.

• Overview of FY26 Proposed Annual Operating Budget by City Manager and finance staff
• Parks and Recreation funding requests and proposed fee changes
• Fire Department proposed fee changes
• Landfill Department proposed fee changes
• Proposed changes to TIF #2 boundaries, life extension, and financing plan

The Garland City Council held presentations on the FY 2025‑26 proposed operating budget, covering overall budget overview, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Landfill, Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2, Water & Wastewater, and Sanitation utilities. Council members asked questions and discussed the proposals, but no formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Development Services Committee

The Development Services Committee will approve minutes from March 17, 2025, hear public comments, and receive staff briefings on several pending items. Topics include reviews of the Sign Ordinance, historical signage programs, the Bounded CH380 residential improvements, the SUP process, the Carport Ordinance, and definitions for food establishments and signage. The committee will discuss next steps for each item but no formal decisions are indicated.

• Review Sign Ordinance – staff briefing and scoping discussion
• Historical Significance of Specific Signage in Garland – staff briefing
• Bounded CH380 – Residential Improvements – staff briefing
• Review Carport Ordinance – scoping discussion
• Code of Ordinances 26.91 – definitions to include food establishments and signage – scoping discussion

Library Board

The Garland Library Board will receive updates on capital improvement projects funded by the 2019 Bond Program, including library construction. The board will also hear a recap of the Central Library's Grand Opening Celebration and an update on the One Book, One Garland program. New board member Louis Moore and new library staff will be introduced.

• Introduction of new Library Advisory Board member Louis Moore
• Introduction of Librarian Nicole Burton and Senior Librarian Liz Kwan
• Update on Capital Improvement Plan and Bond Program projects from the 2019 Bond Program
• Recap of the Central Library Grand Opening Celebration held July 12
• Update on the One Book, One Garland program

Plan Commission

The Garland Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three specific zoning applications and review a city-initiated rezoning proposal near Holford Road and President George Bush Turnpike. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approval of July 28, 2025 Plan Commission Minutes
• Public hearing for Z 23-11: Maxshield Services, LLC. (5702 N. Jupiter Road)
• Public hearing for Z 25-20: Kimley-Horn (2000 E. Centerville Road)
• Public hearing for Z 25-27: Kang Lin (1914 S. Jupiter Road Suite A)
• Overview of City-initiated rezoning Z 25-19 around Holford Road and President George Bush Turnpike

The commission approved the July 28, 2025 Plan Commission minutes unanimously. It postponed indefinitely the Maxshield Services planned‑development request for 5702 North Jupiter Road. It denied the Kimley‑Horn fuel‑pump retail request at 2000 East Centerville Road by a 7‑0 vote with one abstention. It closed the public hearing and denied the Kang Lin personal‑services request at 1914 South Jupiter Road, both by unanimous votes.

• Approved July 28, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (8‑0)
• Postponed indefinitely Maxshield Services Z 23‑11 application (8‑0)
• Denied Kimley‑Horn Z 25‑20 fuel pump retail application (7‑0, 1 abstention)
• Closed public hearing for Kang Lin Z 25‑27 application (8‑0)
• Denied Kang Lin Z 25‑27 personal‑services application (8‑0)

Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

The commission will receive presentations on CPR/AED training and the Senior Center bidding process. Members will also discuss strategies for reaching seniors via the Garland Gazette and the development of a commission website.

• Garland Fire Department CPR/AED overview
• Purchasing Department overview of Senior Center bidding process
• Discussion on Garland Gazette online newsletter and senior outreach
• Discussion on Senior Citizens Advisory Commission website development
• Updates from Carver and Senior Activity Center supervisors

The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission approved the minutes of the May 1, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were taken; the session included reports from code compliance, police, food pantry, senior centers, and website development. The chair announced future agenda items, noting no July meeting and scheduling department presentations for upcoming months.

• Approved May 1, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will receive updates on the 2025/26 proposed budget and the 2025 Bond. Members will also hear reports on the Soccer Complex, Spring Creek Preserve, and Capital Improvement Projects.

• 2025/26 Proposed Budget Report
• 2025 Bond Update
• Soccer Complex Update
• Spring Creek Preserve Update
• Introduction of New Park Operations Director, Kari Pacheco

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the April 2 minutes with an 8‑0 vote. The board voted 8‑0 to cancel the regular June 4, 2025 meeting. It also voted 8‑0 to defer the July 2, 2025 meeting and incorporate it into the July 12 Board tour.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Canceled regular June 4, 2025 board meeting (8-0)
• Deferred July 2, 2025 board meeting into July 12 tour (8-0)

City Council

The Garland City Council will consider approving construction contracts for roads and water utilities, including a $10.4 million road project, and will hold public hearings on multiple zoning and sign waiver requests.

• Approve $10.4M for Brand Road construction
• Approve $7.9M for Gibbons Creek switchyard modifications
• Approve $2.7M for GP&L transmission line rebuild
• Public hearing for Data Center zoning at 2302 Naaman School Road
• Public hearing for Car Wash zoning at 6437 Broadway Boulevard

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving several multi‑million‑dollar contracts for road, utility and transmission projects. It also approved three specific‑use zoning ordinances for fuel pumps, food processing and an antenna, and authorized a workers’ compensation reimbursement. A resolution setting Garland’s position on DART governance and a 68.9746‑cent tax rate were adopted, with public hearings scheduled. Finally, the council approved a data‑center zoning change for Garland ISD by a 7‑1 vote.

• Approved consent agenda items including $10.4M Brand Road contract, $7.9M Gibbons Creek contract, $2.68M Oakland transmission line contract (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance Z 23-51 for Hooda Enterprises fuel pumps at 1401 Belt Line Road (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance Z 25-12 for Wikkibear food processing at 2740 Oakland Street (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance Z 25-15 for Crafton Communications antenna at 4413 Naaman School Road (unanimous)
• Approved Workers' Compensation cash‑flow reimbursement of $358,336.92 (unanimous)
• Approved formal City position on DART governance and funding (unanimous)
• Approved tax rate of 68.9746 cents per $100 with hearings on Aug 19 and Sep 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Garland ISD data‑center zoning change at 2302 Naaman School Road (7‑1 vote)

General

The Garland Foundation for Development, Inc. Board of Directors will meet to discuss a real estate lease. The board is considering authorizing the Executive Director to execute a lease for a multi-purpose building.

• Lease of approximately 22,000 square-feet at the southwest corner of Holford Road and President George Bush Turnpike
• Approval of July 22, 2025, meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. It also authorized Executive Director Andy Hesser to execute a lease for a roughly 22,000‑square‑foot building at the southwest corner of Holford Road and President George Bush Turnpike, with financing to be reviewed by the TIF #3 Board.

• Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute lease of ~22,000 sq ft building at Holford Rd & President George Bush Turnpike (unanimous)

City Council

The Garland City Council will hold a work session to receive briefings on the FY 2025‑26 proposed operating budget, housing finance, economic development, communications, public safety, and health programs. The council will consider several written items that will be voted on at later regular meetings, including a resolution supporting a foreign‑trade zone for Nobilia North America, an amendment to a note purchase agreement, a grant disbursement agreement, and the $358,336.92 workers’ compensation cash‑flow claim reimbursement. An appointment to the Animal Services Advisory Committee will also be considered.

• Workers’ Compensation Cash Flow Plan Claim Reimbursement of $358,336.92 to TPS
• Resolution supporting Foreign‑Trade Zone designation for Nobilia North America Inc.
• Amendment to the Note Purchase Agreement to extend it five years
• Grant Disbursement Agreement with Garland Housing Finance Corporation
• Development Agreement for Lockwood Distilling Company to lease and renovate 5,000 sf at 532 Main Street

Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board

The Tax Increment Finance Downtown/Forest Jupiter Board will consider approval of the April 30, 2025 meeting minutes. Board members will receive updates on Managed District Services, the Revitalization Program, Enhanced Square Programming, and Public Art. Staff will present the FY25‑FY26 budget proposal for Board consideration.

• Approval of April 30, 2025 minutes
• Managed District Services update
• Revitalization Program update
• Enhanced Square Programming update
• FY25‑FY26 budget proposal presentation

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting. Members received updates on managed district services, the Revitalization Program, enhanced square programming, public art, and TIF #1 area improvements. The FY25‑FY26 budget proposal was presented and approved unanimously by the board.

• Approved April 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY25‑FY26 budget proposal (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The commission will approve minutes from its July 14 meeting. It will hold public hearings on three zoning items: a Planned Development amendment for an automobile repair at 2401 Arapaho Road, a Specific Use Provision for a guest house at 2813 Seminary Circle, and an amendment to the Garland Development Code to allow zoning cases to expire after prolonged inactivity.

• Approve July 14, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Public hearing on Z 25-23: Planned Development amendment for an automobile repair at 2401 Arapaho Road (District 7)
• Public hearing on Z 25-26: Specific Use Provision for a guest house at 2813 Seminary Circle (District 3)
• Public hearing on GDC Amendment ORD 25-07: add option to expire zoning cases after applicant inactivity

The commission approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (9‑0). It denied Resource One Credit Union’s request for an automobile‑repair use (9‑0). It approved Purchasing Fund 2023‑2 LLC’s guest‑house use with an indefinite specific‑use provision (9‑0). It also approved a Garland Development Code amendment allowing the Planning Director to deem inactive zoning applications expired after 180 days (9‑0).

• Approved July 14, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (9‑0)
• Denied Resource One Credit Union automobile‑repair use request (9‑0)
• Approved Purchasing Fund 2023‑2 LLC guest‑house use with indefinite SUP (9‑0)
• Approved GDC amendment to let Planning Director expire dormant zoning cases (9‑0)

Animal Services Advisory Committee

The committee will introduce Art Munoz as the new Animal Services Director. Members will also receive updates on shelter operations and community outreach programs.

• Introduction of new Animal Services Director Art Munoz
• Review of shelter intakes, surrenders, adoptions, and service calls
• Update on public outreach initiatives, events, and community partnerships

Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will meet to discuss enhancing engagement with city boards and commissions. The body will also review the process for economic development agreements and signage for Capital Improvement Program projects.

• Review of Economic Development (ED) agreement process steps
• Discussion on multilingual signage for development and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects
• Proposed creation of an All Abilities Committee for City events
• Review of ordinances and bylaws for City Council appointed Boards and Commissions
• Discussion on protocols for lowering flags to half staff for specific events

City Council

The Garland City Council will consider consent and individual items including issuance of up to $131.5 million in pension bonds, approval of multiple GP&L transmission line contracts, construction of a new senior activity center ($12.99M), and several zoning requests. Individual consideration items include a food processing SUP at 2740 Oakland Street and a commercial antenna at 4413 Naaman School Road.

• Issue up to $131.5M in General Obligation Pension Bonds, Series 2025
• Approve $12,994,500 construction contract for new Garland Senior Activity Center
• Acquire property at 2328 Huskey Street for Shiloh Road project
• Suspend Oncor Electric's proposed rate change effective July 31, 2025
• Approve Specific Use Provision for fuel pumps at 6850 N. Shiloh Road (Kroger)

The council approved the consent agenda (with one item removed) and a series of GP&L transmission material and service contracts. It also approved the abandonment of a utility easement at Garland High School, an amendment to GP&L rates and fees, the purchase of 2328 Huskey Street, issuance of up to $131,500,000 in General Obligation pension bonds, suspension of Oncor's July 31 rate change, and a specific‑use provision for a Kroger fuel‑pump development on Shiloh Road. All motions passed with all members voting in favor.

• Approved consent agenda (except item i); all voted in favor
• Approved multiple GP&L transmission material and service bids; all voted in favor
• Approved abandonment of portion of utility easement at Garland High School No. IV Addition; all voted in favor
• Approved amendment to Chapter 50, Article II – Rates and Fees for GP&L; all voted in favor
• Approved purchase agreement for 2328 Huskey Street property; all voted in favor
• Approved issuance of up to $131,500,000 General Obligation pension bonds; all voted in favor
• Approved ordinance suspending Oncor's requested rate change effective July 31, 2025; all voted in favor
• Approved specific‑use provision and concept plan for Kroger fuel‑pump project at 6850 N. Shiloh Road; all voted in favor

General

The Board of Directors of the Garland Foundation for Development, Inc. will review an annual financial report and consider the sale and purchase of several real property parcels. The board will also enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and a potential property purchase.

• Sale of 0.97 +/- acres near Rosehill Road and Thackery Road
• Purchase of 0.04 +/- acres near E Avenue B and Hopkins Street
• Purchase of four parcels (0.56 +/- acres total) near W State Street and N 3rd Street
• Executive session regarding business prospects near President George Bush Hwy and Holford Road
• Executive session regarding the potential purchase of 3316 W. Walnut

The board approved the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting. It approved the purchase of 0.04 acres near E Avenue B and Hopkins Street. It also approved the purchase of four parcels totaling about 0.56 acres near W State Street and N 3rd Street, authorizing the executive director to retain outside counsel and execute necessary documents. No other agenda items were acted upon.

• Approved October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (all voted in favor)
• Approved purchase of 0.04 acres near E Avenue B and Hopkins St (all voted in favor)
• Approved purchase of four parcels (0.56 acres) near W State St and N 3rd St, authorize counsel (all voted in favor)
• Removed sale of 0.97 acres near Rosehill Rd and Thackery Rd from agenda
• Pulled executive‑session item on commercial/financial info near President George Bush Hwy and Holford Rd from agenda
• Pulled executive‑session item on property at 3316 W. Walnut from agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the establishment of a Foreign-Trade Zone and provide updates on flood preparedness and the SRO program. The body will also consider board appointments and hold executive sessions regarding business incentives for the downtown district and South Garland Avenue.

• Proposed ordinance to establish a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) within city limits
• Abandonment of a utility easement in the Garland High School No. IV Addition to Garland ISD
• Update on restoration efforts for Spring Creek Forest Preserve
• Review of pet limits and wildlife trapping practices
• Executive session on financial incentives for business prospects at South Garland Avenue and Wilson Street and the downtown district

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission will hold a routine work session to approve June minutes, hear public comments, and discuss committee event reports, SMART Goals progress, outreach materials and promotional inventory, and future events. No votes on ordinances or expenditures are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2025 meeting
• Committee event reports from CMC subcommittees
• Update on SMART Goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound)
• Discussion of outreach materials and promotional inventory
• Coordination and participation for future events

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from Ricardo Castillo to increase maximum lot coverage from 45% to allow construction of an attached patio cover at 1709 Annmarie Ct. The property is in the SF-7 Zoning District. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and routine procedural items.

• Variance request (BOA 25-18) to increase lot coverage for an attached patio cover at 1709 Annmarie Ct. (District 1)

The Board approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved variance BOA 25‑18, allowing Ricardo Castillo to increase the maximum lot coverage for an attached patio cover at 1709 Annmarie Court, also by a 7‑0 vote. No other business was taken.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved variance BOA 25-18 for patio cover at 1709 Annmarie Ct (7-0)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Garland Cultural Arts Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 20, 2025, and review monthly reports for the Granville Arts Center, The Plaza Theatre, and The Atrium. The meeting will also include a Director's Update from Amy Rosenthal regarding City initiatives.

• Approval of May 20, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of attendance figures for Granville Arts Center, The Plaza Theatre, and The Atrium
• Director's Update from Amy Rosenthal

The Garland Cultural Arts Commission met on July 15, 2025 and approved the minutes from its May 20, 2025 meeting. Commissioners also reviewed attendance reports for three venues, received an update from Director Amy Rosenthal, and noted future agenda items before adjourning. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will approve the minutes from its June 23 meeting and hold public hearings on several zoning applications, including a request by Garland ISD to rezone a property for a data center and warehouse. Other items include a planned development amendment for a car wash, a kiosk proposal, and sign variances. The commission may enter executive session if confidential matters arise.

• Approve June 23, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Garland ISD zoning change to Planned Development for data center/warehouse at 2302 Naaman School Road
• Scruby's Wave Wash Planned Development amendment for car wash at 6437 Broadway Boulevard
• Watermill Express Specific Use Provision for kiosk at 4550 W. Buckingham Rd. Ste. K.
• Barnett Signs variance for attached wall sign at 822 East Centerville Road

The Plan Commission approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0). It also approved eight separate zoning and development applications, with vote totals ranging from 7‑1 to 8‑0. The approvals included a major sign waiver, a data‑center planned development, and several variances and use provisions.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved Rashad Haiddar major sign waiver (7-1)
• Approved Barnett Signs variance (8-0)
• Approved Watermill Express 15‑year SUP (8-0)
• Approved Jared Trozzo Planned Development amendment (8-0)
• Approved Garland ISD data‑center PD (7-1 abstention)
• Approved Scruby's Wave Wash PD amendment (8-0)
• Approved Om Estates Development phasing amendment (8-0)

General

The City Council will be present at a ceremonial First Responders Soccer Tournament at Winters Park, 1330 Spring Creek Dr, Garland, on July 12, 2025. No formal council business, deliberations, or policy decisions will occur at the event. The council does not control any communications made during the tournament.

• Attendance at First Responders Soccer Tournament, Winters Park, 1330 Spring Creek Dr

General

The Garland City Council will attend a ceremonial parks tour on July 12, 2025. No formal action or deliberations are scheduled during the event.

• Parks Tour: Bob Day Tennis Center, Wynn Joyce, Harbor Point, John Paul Jones, Surf & Swim
• Departure: 634 Apollo Road, McKnight Administration Building
• Ceremonial event with no formal action or deliberations

General

The City Council may attend a ceremonial event for the Central Library Grand Opening at 625 Austin Street. No formal action or deliberations will take place during this event.

• Central Library Grand Opening at 625 Austin Street

City Council

The Garland City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several large contracts, grant approvals, and ordinance changes. Items include a $7,000,000 term contract for substation breakers, a $549,490 design contract for alley and wastewater improvements, and a parking‑restriction ordinance for Wall Street. The council will also vote on a right‑of‑way dedication agreement that waives impact fees for a property at Firewheel Parkway and State Highway 190, and adopt housing agency plans and code clean‑up amendments. Public hearings will be held on multiple development proposals ranging from fuel‑pump retail uses to a self‑storage facility.

• Approve $7,000,000 term contract with Mitsubishi Electric Power Products for substation breakers (Bid No. 1107-25)
• Approve $549,490 design contract with Quiddity Engineering, LLC for 2025 Alley & Wastewater Improvements Group 1 (Bid No. 1151-25)
• Approve ordinance establishing parking restrictions on Wall Street
• Authorize agreement waiving impact fees for property at northeast corner of Firewheel Parkway and State Highway 190 in exchange for right‑of‑way dedication
• Hold public hearings on development proposals, including fuel‑pump/retail use at 6850 N. Shiloh Road

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, several contract awards, federal grant approvals, ordinance clean‑ups, and mayoral appointments. Individual items were also acted on: the ADA Transition Plan update was adopted, Kroger's fuel‑pump specific use provision was approved, and a self‑storage development request was denied. The $7 M term contract for GP&L and TMPA substation breakers was among the largest approvals.

• Approved consent agenda covering minutes, contracts, grants, ordinances, and appointments (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000,000 term contract for GP&L and TMPA substation breakers (unanimous)
• Approved $549,490 design contract for 2025 Alley & Wastewater Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $270,000 change order for CAD software upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved $473,000 engineering services for GP&L Oakland Substation relay settings (unanimous)
• Adopted Garland ADA Transition Plan update after public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved Kroger fuel‑pump specific use provision and concept plan (unanimous)
• Denied Dynamic Engineering self‑storage amendment (5‑yes, 3‑no vote)

City Council

The Garland City Council will discuss a resolution to suspend Oncor Electric's proposed rate change to allow time for study. Other items include a right-of-way dedication agreement with Valley Creek/State Highway 190 Partners in exchange for impact fee waiver, amendments to Garland Power & Light's retail transmission tariffs, and various code clean-up amendments. The Council will also interview candidates for the Texas Municipal Power Agency board and receive a DART funding and governance overview. Appointments to the Garland Youth Council and other boards are scheduled.

• Agreement with Valley Creek/State Highway 190 Partners for right-of-way dedication and impact fee waiver at Firewheel Parkway and SH 190
• Consideration of resolution suspending Oncor Electric's rate change effective July 31, 2025
• Proposed amendments to GP&L retail transmission tariffs to address large load customers
• Appointment of representative to Texas Municipal Power Agency board
• Mayor's appointments to council committees and outside boards

Community Multicultural Commission

The Community Multicultural Commission will review its FY 2025 budget and discuss purchasing promotional items. Members will also provide updates on short-term SMART goals and coordinate participation for the July 3 Red White and You event and the July 12 Responders Tournament.

• Review FY 2025 CMC Budget
• Consider purchasing promotional items
• Update on short-term SMART goals
• Discuss Red White and You event (July 3)
• Discuss Responders Tournament (July 12)

The commission approved the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting. Members agreed to purchase promotional items such as banners, shirts, and flyers to improve visibility for upcoming events. The meeting was formally adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the May 15, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Agreed to purchase promotional items (banners, shirts, flyers) for upcoming events
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried

General

The Public Safety Committee will first approve the minutes from its April 16, 2025 meeting. It will then hear public comments from residents. The committee will receive an update on the police department’s Gang and SWAT units’ operational readiness, a matter referred by Councilmember Dutton and seconded by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Lucht.

• Approve April 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments from residents (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Update on operational readiness of Police Department Gang and SWAT units (referred by Councilmember Dutton, seconded by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Lucht)

The Public Safety Committee approved the February 19, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided; the committee received an update on the police department's Gang and SWAT units and requested additional data. The meeting adjourned at 1:25 PM.

• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Audit Committee

The Garland Audit Committee will meet to discuss several audit-related items, including an audit request for the Police School Resource Officer (SRO) Program and updates on HIPAA policy implementation, parking enforcement recommendations, and the Home Improvement Incentive Program audit. The committee will also review results of an Internal Audit Peer Review and consider approval of the April 8, 2025 minutes.

• Audit request for Police School Resource Officer (SRO) Program
• HIPAA Privacy and Security Policy implementation status update
• Parking Enforcement audit recommendations implementation status update
• Home Improvement Incentive Program audit
• Internal Audit Peer Review result

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several Specific Use Provisions and a development code amendment. The body will hold public hearings regarding commercial uses and sign waivers at various city locations.

• SUP for fuel pumps and a concept plan at 1401 Belt Line Road (Hooda Enterprises, Inc.)
• Major Waiver for a 102-square-feet wall sign at 136 Lavon Drive (Rashad Haiddar)
• SUP for food processing and storage at 2740 Oakland Street (Wikkibear LLC)
• SUP for a commercial antenna and Planned Development amendment at 4413 Naaman School Road (Crafton Communications Inc.)
• Proposed GDC Amendment ORD 25-06 regarding a 30-day maximum period for postponement of municipal action on plans or plats

The commission approved the June 9 minutes with one abstention. It approved four specific‑use provisions for a fuel station, a food‑processing facility, an antenna tower, and a 30‑year SUP for the antenna site. It also approved a zoning‑code amendment that sets a 30‑day maximum for each postponement of municipal action on a plan or plat. A major‑waiver request for a larger wall sign was postponed to the July 14 meeting.

• Approved June 9, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (8 Ayes, 1 Abstention)
• Approved Hooda Enterprises fuel pump SUP and concept plan (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Postponed Rashad Haiddar major‑waiver sign request to July 14 (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved Wikkibear LLC food processing SUP with 25‑year term (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved Crafton Communications antenna SUP with 50‑year term and deviations (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved GDC amendment to zoning regulations limiting postponements to 30 days (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)

City Council

The Garland City Council holds a budget workshop to discuss strategic focus areas, the long-term financial outlook for FY2026, and pressures on the general fund including public safety, new facilities from the 2019 bond program, and the employee health fund. The council will also review a potential November 2026 tax rate election and implementation of the Grow Garland 2025 bond program for streets, economic development, cultural arts, and parks. No formal votes are expected; the session is for discussion and direction.

• Review of council survey results to prioritize strategic focus areas
• Presentation on long-term financial outlook and FY2026 budget outlook
• Discussion of general fund pressures, including public safety (Fire/EMS & Police), operational impact of new facilities, and employee health fund
• Consideration of a November 2026 tax rate election under the Garland +5 operating budget model
• Grow Garland 2025 Bond Program implementation for streets, economic development, cultural arts, and parks (Harbor Point)

The council reached consensus to create a stakeholder group that will examine shift schedules, EMS service delivery, staffing needs, and fiscal strategies. No formal votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting also included presentations on the FY 2026 budget outlook and the implementation status of the 2025 Bond Program.

• Formed stakeholder group to study shift schedules, EMS service model, staffing and fiscal strategies (consensus)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance to reduce the required side yard setback from six feet to allow construction of an attached garage at 1308 Ewing Drive. The board will also vote on minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of Board of Adjustment minutes for May 21, 2025
• BOA 25-17: Variance request by Maria A. Hall to reduce side yard setback (SF-7 district) for attached garage at 1308 Ewing Drive

The Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting with a 6-0 vote. It also approved a variance request to reduce the side‑yard setback for an attached garage at 1308 Ewing Drive, also by a 6-0 vote. No other business was taken up.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved side yard setback variance for 1308 Ewing Drive (6-0)

City Council

City Council will canvass the results of the Mayoral runoff election and conduct a swearing-in ceremony. The body will also consider zoning changes for a data center and various infrastructure contracts.

• Rabine Paving Texas, LLC contract for Pleasant Valley Road and Elm Grove Road maintenance: $2,261,758.00
• Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Inc. bid for Oates Road to Lyons Road transmission line rebuild: $2,231,800.00
• Primoris T&D Services, LLC bid for Steep Hollow to Keith Switch transmission line grounding: $1,800,000.00
• Proposed expansion of Planned Development District 23-47 for a data center at 2000 Holford Road
• Zoning change for 317 acres north of I-635 to Urban Residential and Urban Business Districts

The City Council adopted the consent agenda, approving the June 3 minutes, five contract bids, and four development‑code ordinances. It also approved an amendment to the Garland Youth Council code and a lease term sheet for a multi‑use soccer fields complex, which passed on an 8‑1 vote. Additionally, the council adopted the ordinance canvassing the June 7 runoff election results and appointed Kay Moore to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board.

• Approved minutes of the June 3, 2025 regular meeting
• Approved five contract bids: Burns & McDonnell ($2,231,800), Techline, Inc. ($315,000), Stanley Consultants ($451,156), Primoris T&D Services ($1,800,000), Rabine Paving Texas ($2,261,758)
• Approved ordinance Z 24-02 for a fuel pump retail use at 3420 W. Walnut Street
• Approved ordinance Z 25-08 rezoning ~317 acres north of I‑635 to Urban Residential and Urban Business districts
• Approved ordinance Z 25-16 amendment to Planned Development District 20‑44 at 2126 Rowlett Road
• Approved ordinance Z 25-05 amendment to Mixed‑Use District regulations
• Approved amendment to the Youth Council code increasing the number of appointees per councilmember
• Approved lease term sheet for a multi‑use soccer fields complex (vote 8‑1)

Legislative Affairs Committee

The Legislative & Public Affairs Committee will receive a presentation on the 89th Texas legislative session and discuss Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Presentation on the 89th Legislative Session wrap-up and legislative climate
• Committee discussion on Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)

The Legislative & Public Affairs Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken; the committee heard a wrap‑up of the 89th legislative session and a discussion on DART, but no votes were recorded on those items.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates on major infrastructure projects and city programs. The body will discuss potential parking restrictions and the issuance of certificates of obligation for capital projects.

• Status update on IH 635 reconstruction from US 75 to IH 30
• Development update for a multi-use soccer complex near Holford Road and President George Bush Turnpike
• Proposed parking restrictions on Wall Street
• Resolution to issue certificates of obligation to fund Capital Projects
• Proposed ordinance amendments to increase Garland Youth Council appointees

City Council

The City Council approved the consent agenda and authorized multiple bond issuances, including up to $21 million in General Obligation Improvement Bonds and a Water and Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bond. It also approved a $35,780,699.04 contract for an advanced electric and water metering system. Several development variances and specific‑use provisions were approved, while one item (Kroger fuel‑pump SUP) was postponed to the July 8 meeting.

• Consent agenda approved (all in favor)
• Approved Advanced Metering Infrastructure contract with Sensus, USA for $35,780,699.04
• Authorized issuance of Water and Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds (vote not specified)
• Authorized issuance of up to $21 million General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2025 (vote not specified)
• Approved issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025 (vote not specified)
• Approved agreement for City Pension Obligation Bonds (vote not specified)
• Approved variance for Everest Gas and Food Mart Inc. (8‑1 vote)
• Postponed Kroger Co. fuel‑pump specific‑use provision to July 8 meeting (all in favor)

Board of Adjustment

The Board approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting with a 5‑aye, 1‑abstention vote. It approved a variance allowing a metal carport to remain on the side of 314 Larchbrook Drive (6‑aye vote). It denied a variance to reduce the side‑yard setback for an attached carport at 513 Caravaca Drive (6‑aye vote).

• Approved meeting minutes (5 Ayes, 1 Abstention)
• Approved metal carport variance at 314 Larchbrook Drive (6 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Denied side‑yard setback variance at 513 Caravaca Drive (6 Ayes, 0 Nays)

City Council

The City Council will consider several construction and engineering bids for water, road, and sewer projects. The body will also hold public hearings regarding youth program standards of care and a zoning variance for a business near South Garland High School.

• Duck Creek 42" Interceptor Main Rehabilitation Phase 5 contract for $4,548,364.00
• Pleasant Valley Road/Elm Grove Road Pavement Rehabilitation contract for $2,584,908.50
• Meadowcreek Park Channel Improvements contract for $1,625,000.00
• Zoning variance request for Everest Gas and Food Mart Inc. at 3301 Broadway Boulevard
• Proposed ordinance amendment to allow discretionary reduction or waiver of dog and cat adoption fees

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included multiple construction contracts, engineering services, term contracts for asphalt, and interlocal agreements. Council also approved the Youth Programs Standards of Care ordinance and appointed Lori Barnett Dodson to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board. The $4,548,364 Duck Creek 42" Interceptor Main Phase 5 rehabilitation was approved. The variance request from Everest Gas and Food Mart was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda items, including $964,900 Seneca & Cascade water main contract (unanimous)
• Approved $2,584,908.50 Pleasant Valley Road/Elm Grove Road pavement contract (unanimous)
• Approved $4,548,364 Duck Creek 42" Interceptor Main Phase 5 rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved Youth Programs Standards of Care ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Lori Barnett Dodson to North Texas Municipal Water District Board (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with City of Terrell for radio services (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with City of Richardson for Campbell & Jupiter Roads (unanimous)
• Tabled Everest Gas and Food Mart variance request (unanimous)

City Council

The Garland City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed lease for a soccer complex and training facility at Holford Road and President George Bush Turnpike, and a plan to install advanced metering infrastructure for electric and water meters. Council will also interview applicants for the North Texas Municipal Water District Board and consider abandoning utility easements in the Digital Realty Addition. An executive session is scheduled to discuss economic development incentives for a business prospect near the Bush Turnpike and Holford Road area.

• Proposed lease agreement for a multipurpose soccer complex and training facility at Holford Road and President George Bush Turnpike
• Presentation of an Advanced Meter Infrastructure System for remote communication with electric and water meters
• Interview of four applicants (Lori Barnett Dodson, Tomas Perez, Robert Cooper, Jose Orozco) for appointment to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board
• Executive session to discuss economic development incentives for a business prospect in the area of President George Bush Turnpike and Holford Road
• Abandonment of Utility Easement and Sanitary Sewer Utility Easement in Digital Realty Addition to property owner Digital Garland Campbell, L.P.

City Council

The council approved an ordinance canvassing the May 3, 2025 Special Bond Election results. It also approved an ordinance canvassing the May 3, 2025 General Election results and issuing certificates to the newly elected members. A runoff election for mayor was ordered for June 7, 2025 after no candidate received a majority. The newly elected councilmembers for Districts 3, 6, 7, and 8 were sworn in.

• Adopted ordinance canvassing Special Bond Election results (all voted in favor)
• Adopted ordinance canvassing General Election results and issuing certificates (all voted in favor)
• Approved ordinance calling a runoff election for mayor on June 7, 2025 (all voted in favor)
• Swearing‑in ceremony conducted for Councilmembers Ed Moore (Dist. 3), Carissa Dutton (Dist. 6), Joe Thomas Jr. (Dist. 7), and Chris Ott (Dist. 8)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold multiple public hearings on zoning changes, including a major rezoning of approximately 317 acres near I-635 and S Garland Avenue to Urban Residential and Urban Business districts. Other items include specific use provisions for fuel pumps, a downtown development code waiver, a self-storage facility amendment, and a lot size/parking reduction. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• City of Garland requests rezoning of ~317 acres from Industrial, Community Retail, and Planned Developments to Urban Residential and Urban Business districts, north of I-635 along S Garland Avenue (File Z 25-08)
• Urban Strategy seeks a Major Waiver from Downtown Development Code for window percentage, architectural articulation, Build-To-Zone, streetscaping, and monument sign standards at 801 West Avenue D (File DD 24-04)
• Trak Group Inc. requests a Specific Use Provision for fuel pumps at 3420 W Walnut Road (File Z 24-02)
• The Kroger Co. requests a Specific Use Provision for fuel pumps at 6850 North Shiloh Road (File Z 25-03)
• Dynamic Engineering Consultants requests an amendment to Planned Development District 85-55 to allow a self-storage facility at 1788 Firewheel Parkway (File Z 25-13)

The commission approved the consent agenda and the April 14 meeting minutes. It approved several specific‑use provisions and zoning amendments, and denied a large rezoning request covering 317 acres in District 5. All actions were recorded with vote tallies.

• Approved consent agenda (7 Ayes, 2 Abstentions)
• Approved April 14 minutes (vote not recorded)
• Approved Urban Strategy major waiver (8 Ayes, 1 Recusal)
• Approved 10‑year SUP for Trak Group (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved 20‑year SUP for Kroger Co. (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved self‑storage amendment (8 Ayes, 1 Nay)
• Approved Chapter 2 zoning amendments for UR/UB districts (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Denied 317‑acre rezoning request (9 Ayes, 0 Nays)

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included numerous bid contracts for city services. Major contracts approved were a $4,100,219 laydown yard construction for GP&L, a $3,320,263 truck purchase for sanitation and wastewater, a $2,784,671 body purchase for sanitation trucks, and a $2,000,000 design contract for the Holford Multipurpose Soccer Training Facility. Additional approvals included a $2,360,600 design contract for the GP&L Miller Road to Newman transmission line, a $975,198.83 replacement dozer for the Hinton Landfill, a $762,000 police gun range bullet‑trap system, and purchase agreements for two Brooks Street properties for the Shiloh Road right‑of‑way.

• Approved $4,100,219 GP&L Transmission Services Storage Facility Laydown Yard contract (unanimous)
• Approved $3,320,263 trucks for Sanitation and Wastewater Departments (unanimous)
• Approved $2,784,671 new bodies for Sanitation Department trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000,000 design contract for Holford Multipurpose Soccer Training Facility (unanimous)
• Approved $2,360,600 design services for GP&L Miller Road to Newman 138kV transmission line (unanimous)
• Approved $975,198.83 replacement dozer for Hinton Landfill (unanimous)
• Approved $762,000 Police Gun Range bullet‑trap system replacement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase agreements for 2328 and 2329 Brooks Street for Shiloh Road right‑of‑way (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review property acquisitions for the Shiloh Road Project and the Pepperwood Lift Station project. The body will also consider interlocal agreements with the cities of Terrell and Richardson and review federal grant allocations for 2025-2026.

• Acquisition of real property at 2328 and 2329 Brooks Street for the Shiloh Road Project
• Authorization of eminent domain for the Pepperwood Lift Station Abandonment Project
• Interlocal agreements with City of Terrell for radio support and City of Richardson for Campbell and Jupiter Intersection
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances regarding dog and cat adoption fee waivers
• Review of 2025-2026 CDBG, HOME, and ESG federal grant allocations

Board of Adjustment

The Board approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. It then denied the appeal by Jackson Lee to keep a garage conversion at 3401 Ridgedale Drive without adding required parking, also by a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Board of Adjustment minutes for Feb 19, 2025 (7-0)
• Denied Jackson Lee garage conversion request at 3401 Ridgedale Drive (7-0)

City Council

The Garland City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, authorizing several contract awards and change orders totaling over $2.5 million. It also approved three zoning ordinances, a franchise ordinance with Oncor Electric Delivery Company, and increased senior and homestead property‑tax exemptions for 2025. Additionally, the council approved two right‑of‑way property acquisitions on Shiloh Road.

• Unanimously approved consent agenda (all items approved)
• Approved $22,000 change order for park mowing (Bid No. 0624-24)
• Approved $78,000 change order for median mowing (Bid No. 0634-24)
• Approved $279,865 design contract for alley & wastewater improvements (Bid No. 0836-25)
• Approved $1,500,000 GP&L and TMPA substation transformer and breaker services contract (Bid No. 0548-25)
• Approved zoning ordinance Z 24‑18 for a Planned Development with fuel pumps at 4151 N. Garland Ave.
• Approved franchise ordinance for Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC
• Approved increase of senior property‑tax exemption to $60,000 and homestead exemption to 11% for 2025