Glenn Heights public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly take action on a resolution to canvass the returns and declare the results of the December 14, 2024, General Runoff Election for Council Member Place 5. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with routine opening and closing procedures.

• Resolution R-37-24 to canvass returns and declare results of the December 14, 2024, General Runoff Election for Council Member Place 5

The City Council canvassed the December 14, 2024, General Runoff Election results and declared Laymon M. Lightfoot duly elected to Council Member Place 5 for a full three-year term, subject to taking the Oath of Office. The vote was unanimous (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution R-37-24 canvassing runoff election results (3-0)
• Declared Laymon M. Lightfoot elected to Council Member Place 5

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 17, 2024, to consider routine consent items and several action items. Key items include approving an $85,000 amendment for surveying services on the Bear Creek Road Expansion Project, a first reading of a fee schedule change to define 'Resident' for parks and recreation fees, and a second reading of a specific use permit for a rehabilitation care institution. The council will also discuss a multi-family conceptual site plan and hold executive sessions on the City Manager's employment and legal advice on a potential development partnership.

• Resolution R-39-24: Approve $85,000 amendment to Geomatic Services agreement for Bear Creek Road Expansion Project surveying
• Ordinance O-23-24 (first reading): Amend Master Fee Schedule to define 'Resident' as including City water/wastewater utility customers
• Ordinance O-22-24 (second reading): Specific use permit for rehabilitation care institution at 1201 and 1205 E. Bear Creek Road
• Resolution R-38-24: Authorize City Manager to enter Kroger Texas Opioid Settlement
• Executive session on City Manager employment and legal advice on potential development partnership

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a site plan for a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen restaurant and a specific use permit for a neighborhood market/grocery store, both with recommendations to City Council. The commission will also provide written comments to City Council on proposed water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees. The agenda includes a consent item to approve prior meeting minutes.

• Site Plan SP-01-25: Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen at 1709 S. Beckley Road (1.499 acres)
• Specific Use Permit SUP-01-25: Neighborhood Market/Grocery Store at 1710 S. Hampton Road (1.25 acres)
• Public hearing and action on SUP-01-25
• Comments to City Council on proposed water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees
• Approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Citizens Police Advisory Committee Meeting

The Citizens Police Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Glenn Heights Police Department's 2024 Calendar Year Crime Statistics Report, presented by Interim Police Chief C. Womack. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting and discuss agenda items for the next meeting.

• Discuss and take action on previous meeting minutes from August 5, 2024
• Discuss the Glenn Heights Police Department 2024 Calendar Year Crime Statistics Report (Interim Police Chief C. Womack)
• Discuss next meeting agenda items

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a work session to discuss and receive feedback on three proposed developments: multifamily and retail at Ovilla and Uhl Roads, multifamily and commercial PAD at Bear Creek Road and Mourning Dove Drive, and a mixed-use PAD west of Meadow Springs on Westmoreland Road. No formal action will be taken; the session is for discussion only.

• Multifamily and retail development at NW corner of Ovilla Road and Uhl Road
• Multifamily and commercial PAD at NE corner of E Bear Creek Road and Mourning Dove Drive
• Mixed-use PAD (single-family, multifamily, commercial/industrial) on S Westmoreland Road west of Meadow Springs

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on impact fees for water, wastewater, and roadway facilities, and on a specific use permit for a rehabilitation care institution. They will also canvass the November 5, 2024 election results, vote on appraisal district board members, and discuss an audit update. The consent agenda includes approval of a final plat for Hampton Park Phase 2 and a site plan for Tractor Supply.

• Public hearing and action on Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvement Plans for impact fees on water, wastewater, and roadway facilities
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O-22-24 for a specific use permit for a rehabilitation care institution at 1201 and 1205 E. Bear Creek Road
• Resolution R-34-24 to canvass results of the November 5, 2024 election for Council Member Places 1, 3, and 5
• Final Plat FP-04-24 for Hampton Park Phase 2 (26.396 acres) by Bloomfield Homes L.P.
• Site plan and replat for Tractor Supply at 1523 S. Beckley Road (5.09 acres)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and possibly make recommendations to City Council on three development items: a site plan for a Tractor Supply store, a replat for the same property, and a final plat for Hampton Park Phase 2 by Bloomfield Homes. The meeting also includes approval of the October 7, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Site Plan SP-05-24 for Tractor Supply on 5.09 acres at 1523 S. Beckley Road, zoned Commercial C
• Replat Case RP-05-24 for the same 5.09-acre property at 1523 S. Beckley Road
• Final Plat FP-04-24 for Hampton Park Phase 2, 26.396 acres, by Bloomfield Homes L.P.
• Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a regular meeting on November 12, 2024, to discuss and possibly act on agenda items. The main discussion item is adjustments to water and wastewater rates, presented by the City Manager. The agenda also includes consent items to approve minutes from previous meetings, proclamations, and departmental reports on planning and development topics.

• Discussion on water and wastewater rate adjustments
• Approval of minutes from September 10 and September 17, 2024 meetings
• Proclamations: recognition of Chief of Police Nick R. Bristow, Texas Municipal Courts Week, National Native American Heritage Month
• Departmental report: Top of the Hill Easement Acquisition, Battery Storage, Market on South Hampton
• Upcoming events: All Abilities Park Grand Opening and Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024

General

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 15, 2024, to consider several items, including a second reading of a zoning change for a data center and electrical substation, a Chapter 380 economic development agreement, a change order for road rehabilitation, and a discussion on a joint animal shelter with Hutchins. The consent agenda includes interlocal agreements with Dallas County for health services and food inspections, a resolution calling for a public hearing on water and wastewater impact fees, and acknowledgment of September financial reports.

• Ordinance O-15-24: Planned Development (PD-30) zoning for a data center and electrical substation on 140.984 acres at 1118 Uhl Road (second reading)
• Resolution R-32-24: Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with AMF Mission Critical, LLC
• Change order for Top of Hill Pavement Rehabilitation Project with Level1 Paving LLC, not to exceed $1,304,995.64
• Ordinance O-21-24: Amend Planned Development zoning for 41.167 acres at SW corner of East Bear Creek Road and I-35E for commercial and residential use (second reading)
• Resolution R-33-24: Declare certain city property surplus and authorize sale/disposal

The council approved a zoning change for a data center and electrical substation on a 140.984-acre tract at 1118 Uhl Road, changing from residential to planned development with industrial base zoning. It also approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with AMF Mission Critical, LLC, including a $1,000,000 donation for parks. A proposed zoning amendment for a mixed-use tract near East Bear Creek Road and I-35E failed. The council also approved a $1,304,995.64 change order for road rehabilitation and declared certain city property surplus.

• Approved Ordinance O-15-24 for data center zoning at 1118 Uhl Road (6-1)
• Approved Resolution R-32-24 Chapter 380 agreement with AMF Mission Critical, LLC (6-1)
• Denied Ordinance O-21-24 for mixed-use zoning near East Bear Creek Road and I-35E (2-5)
• Approved $1,304,995.64 change order for Top of Hill Pavement Rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-33-24 declaring city property surplus (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 2-4 including interlocal agreements and financial reports (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda item 1 for coordinated health services with Dallas County (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending a zone change from Single Family-1 (SF-1) to SF-1 with a Specific Use Permit for a Rehabilitation Care Institution on a 2.784-acre tract at 1201 and 1205 E. Bear Creek Road. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from two prior meetings. Public comment is invited, with speakers limited to three minutes.

• Public hearing on Zone Change with Specific Use Permit ZC-03-24 for a Rehabilitation Care Institution on 2.784 acres at 1201 and 1205 E. Bear Creek Road
• Consider recommendation to City Council on changing zoning from SF-1 to SF-1 with SUP
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 12, 2024, and September 9, 2024

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance to amend Planned Development zoning for a 41.167-acre tract at the southwest corner of East Bear Creek Road and US Interstate Highway 35 E, allowing commercial and single-family residential uses. The council will also consider a memorandum of understanding with Leadership Southwest, Inc., and nominate candidates for the Ellis Appraisal District Board of Directors. The agenda includes routine consent items, proclamations, and event announcements.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O-20-24 to rezone 41.167 acres at East Bear Creek Road and I-35E for commercial and residential use
• Resolution R-28-24 to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Leadership Southwest, Inc. for leadership development
• Resolution R-27-24 to nominate candidates for the Ellis Appraisal District Board of Directors for 2025
• Approval of September 3, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
• Proclamations for World Teachers' Day, Fire Prevention Week, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Walk to End Alzheimer's Month

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the potential annexation of approximately 64 acres of land, including a Pre-Annexation Agreement, a potential Development Agreement, and the rezoning and possible creation of a new Planned Development (PD) district. This is a discussion item only; no formal action will be taken at this work session.

• Discussion of potential annexation of approximately 64 acres
• Pre-Annexation Agreement and potential Development Agreement
• Rezoning and possible creation of a new Planned Development (PD)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly recommend amendments to the general definitions in the city's zoning ordinance. The item, LUC-02-24, would be forwarded to City Council for final action. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• Public hearing on Land Use Chart Definition Update LUC-02-24 to amend general definitions in Article XIX of the Zoning Ordinance

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will consider and possibly adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, set the property tax rate at $0.565015 per $100 valuation, and ratify the resulting tax increase. They will also vote on amending the employee step pay plan and a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy regarding a rate review. Several proclamations and community events are also on the agenda.

• Adopt FY 2024-2025 budget (Ordinance O-18-24)
• Set property tax rate at $0.565015 per $100 assessed valuation (Ordinance O-20-24)
• Ratify property tax increase (Resolution R-24-24)
• Approve zone change at 1523 South Beckley Road from Business Park Commercial to Commercial with Special Use Permit (Ordinance O-19-24)
• Approve Atmos Cities Steering Committee settlement with Atmos Energy (Resolution R-25-24)

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2024-2025 budget (Ordinance O-18-24) and set the property tax rate at $0.565015 per $100 valuation (Ordinance O-20-24). They also ratified the property tax increase (Resolution R-24-24) and amended the employee step pay plan (Resolution R-26-24). All votes were 6-0.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 budget (Ordinance O-18-24) (6-0)
• Adopted property tax rate of $0.565015 per $100 valuation (Ordinance O-20-24) (6-0)
• Ratified property tax increase in FY 2024-2025 budget (Resolution R-24-24) (6-0)
• Amended Employee Step Pay Compensation Plan (Resolution R-26-24) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, zoning change, and Atmos settlement (6-0)

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider the proposed property tax rate for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The agenda includes a public hearing, discussion and first reading of an ordinance setting the rate at $0.565015 per $100 valuation, and a possible vote to postpone the final approval to the September 17 meeting.

• Public hearing on proposed property tax rate for FY 2024
• First reading of Ordinance O-20-24 adopting ad valorem tax rate of $0.565015 per $100 assessed valuation
• Possible postponement of tax rate vote to September 17, 2024
• Glenn Heights 55th Anniversary Celebration on September 14, 2024

The Glenn Heights City Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-2025 property tax rate of $0.565015 per $100 valuation, but no testimony was given. The council then voted 6-0 to postpone the vote on the tax rate to the September 17, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Opened and closed public hearing on proposed property tax rate (no testimony)
• Postponed vote on proposed property tax rate to Sept. 17, 2024 (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the Land Use Assumption and water, wastewater, and roadway capital improvement projects. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes from May and June 2024. Public comment is scheduled.

• Discussion and action on Land Use Assumption (LUA) and water, wastewater, and roadway Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 13, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 20, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 24, 2024

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Employee Benefits Trust Board to approve minutes, zoning changes, and contracts. Key decisions include a $550,000 water distribution project, a rezoning for a restaurant at 300 Ovilla Road, and insurance renewals for city employees.

• Approve Ordinance O-17-24 rezoning 300 Ovilla Road from Retail (R) to Retail with restaurant SUP (R SUP)
• Approve Resolution R-21-24 for $550,000 contract with QKB Inc. for Lin Dell Estate water distribution upsizing project (RFB 2024-04)
• Approve Resolution R-22-24 for development agreement with BR Estates at Sherman, LLC for intersection improvements at Ovilla Road (FM 664) and Santa Rosa Drive
• Public hearing on zoning change at 1523 South Beckley Road from Business Park Commercial (BP-C) to Commercial (C) with open storage SUP
• Public hearing on residential replat request for 925 W. Bear Creek Road to create two lots (1A and 1B) from existing tract

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider an anonymous accusation of improprieties in employment determinations. The council will convene in executive session to consult with the city attorney and deliberate on personnel matters, then reconvene in open session to take any action arising from the discussion.

• Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.071 and 551.074 to discuss personnel matters
• Possible inquiry into anonymous accusation of improprieties in employment determinations
• Public comment period before executive session

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance to rezone about 4.26 acres at 300 Ovilla Road from Retail to Retail with a specific use permit for a dine-in and drive-thru restaurant. The council will also discuss the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, a partnership with Joon Care and Blue Line Mentorship Program, and consider consent agenda items including a replat and a preliminary plat. Several proclamations and an event are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O-17-24 to rezone 300 Ovilla Road for restaurant use
• Replat RP-003-24: 11.964-acre tract in Bear Creek Plaza Addition to create two lots
• Maplewood South Preliminary Plat: 45.296-acre tract request by CCM Engineering
• Follow-up discussion on Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
• Reappoint two and appoint one Planning and Zoning Commissioner

The Glenn Heights City Council approved all five consent agenda items, including minutes, financial reports, a replat, and a preliminary plat. They also held a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O-17-24 to rezone 300 Ovilla Road for a restaurant with a specific use permit. The reappointment of Planning and Zoning Commissioners was tabled to September 3, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-5 (6-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for Ordinance O-17-24 (6-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance O-17-24, rezoning 300 Ovilla Road to Retail with SUP for restaurant
• Tabled Planning and Zoning Commission reappointments to September 3, 2024 (5-1)

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on the Public Sector Personnel Consultants (PSPC) employee compensation study and a formal presentation of the City Manager's proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. No votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion and presentation only.

• Presentation and discussion of PSPC Employee Compensation Study
• Formal presentation of City Manager's Proposed FY 2024-2025 Budget
• Proclamation commemorating 20 years of service by Glenn Heights Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 4400

The Glenn Heights City Council held a special meeting with no votes on substantive items. They received presentations on the PSPC employee compensation study and the City Manager's proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, with discussion but no formal action. The only motion was to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval for two residential replats, a zone change with a special use permit, and a preliminary plat for the Maplewood South subdivision. The commission will also take public comment on any topic.

• Replat RP-002-24: 925 W. Bear Creek Road, split into lots 1A and 1B
• Replat RP-003-24: Bear Creek Plaza Addition, split into lots 2A-1R and 2B
• Zone change: 1523 South Beckley Road, from BP-C to Commercial with special use permit for open storage
• Maplewood South Preliminary Plat: 45.296-acre tract, request by Cody Crannell with CCM Engineering

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold public hearings and first readings on two zoning ordinances: one to rezone a 140.984-acre tract at 1118 Uhl Road from residential to planned development with industrial base zoning for a data center and electrical substation, and another to amend the city's land use chart. The council will also set the proposed 2024 property tax rate at $0.565015 and announce budget and tax rate hearing dates. Consent agenda includes approving meeting minutes and a joint resolution with neighboring cities on economic development.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O-15-24 to rezone 140.984 acres at 1118 Uhl Road for data center and electrical substation
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O-16-24 to amend the city's land use chart
• Proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.565015 for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Budget and tax rate public hearing set for September 3, 2024, with adoption on September 10, 2024
• Resolution R-20-24 to partner with Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Hutchins, Lancaster, and Wilmer on economic development

Citizens Police Advisory Committee Meeting

The Citizens Police Advisory Committee will meet to approve June meeting minutes, discuss the Glenn Heights Police Department's 2023 Annual Report presented by Chief N. Bristow, and plan future agenda items. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of June 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Glenn Heights Police Department 2023 Annual Report
• Planning next meeting agenda items

The Citizens Police Advisory Committee approved the June 3, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (4-0). Chief of Police Nick Bristow presented the Glenn Heights Police Department 2023 Annual Report, covering traffic stops, demographics, searches, contraband, and outcomes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zone change for a 140.984-acre tract at 1118 Uhl Road from residential planned development (PD-16B) to planned development (PD-30) with industrial base zoning, to allow a data center and electrical substation. The commission will also hold a public hearing to receive input on a $510,000 congressional community project fund award, which requires a 75/25 match. The meeting includes public comment and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on zone change from PD-16B (residential) to PD-30 (industrial) for data center and substation on 140.984 acres at 1118 Uhl Road
• Public hearing on $510,000 FY2024 Community Project Fund with 75/25 match, supported by Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will consider several actions, including approving a resolution to hold the November 5, 2024 election for Council Member Places 1, 3, and 5, accepting a $1.16 million paving contract for the Top of the Hill Pavement Rehabilitation Project, and affirming a shared DART board member appointment. The council will also discuss recodifying the City's Code of Ordinances and receive updates on street projects and water restrictions. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on potential litigation regarding the Mesa Water Distribution Improvements project.

• Resolution R-16-24 calling November 5, 2024 election for Council Member Places 1, 3, and 5
• Resolution R-17-24 affirming shared DART Board member appointment with Garland and Rowlett
• Resolution R-19-24 approving $1,164,137.98 contract with Level One Paving for Top of the Hill Pavement Rehabilitation
• Discussion on recodification and legal review of City's Code of Ordinances
• Update on Uhl Road and neighborhood street projects

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on July 15, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included a public hearing to consider recommending a zone change from business park-commercial (BP-C) to commercial (C) and a special use permit for long-term open storage on a 5-acre tract at 1523 South Beckley Road.

• Zone change from BP-C to C for 5-acre tract at 1523 South Beckley Road
• Special use permit for long-term or permanent open storage
• Public hearing on the zone change and permit
• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 preliminary budget and to consider action on recodifying and legally reviewing the City's Code of Ordinances. Public comment is invited on any topic.

• Discussion of FY 2024-2025 preliminary budget
• Discussion and possible action on recodification and legal review of City Code of Ordinances

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will consider approving three sets of meeting minutes, decide on sponsorships for a legislative breakfast and the Close-Up Foundation, and vote on a resolution amending utility reconnection fees in the Master Fee Schedule. Departmental reports on parks and land use will also be presented.

• Resolution R-15-24 amending utility reconnection fees in Master Fee Schedule
• Sponsorship for Best Southwest Legislative Series Breakfast on Aug 16, 2024
• Participation in Close-Up Foundation
• Approval of minutes from May 21, June 4, and June 18, 2024 meetings
• Parks & Recreation and Land Use Chart updates

The Glenn Heights City Council approved participation in the Close-Up Foundation program, a civic education initiative, and approved a sponsorship for the Best Southwest Legislative Series Breakfast. The council also amended utility reconnection fees via Resolution R-15-24 and approved the consent agenda items. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved participation in Close-Up Foundation program (5-0)
• Approved sponsorship for August 16, 2024 Best Southwest Legislative Series Breakfast (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-15-24 amending utility reconnection fees (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes from May 21, June 4, and June 18, 2024 meetings (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending to City Council an amendment to the planned development zoning of a 41.167-acre tract for commercial, multifamily, and single-family uses, and an update to the city's land use chart. The meeting includes public comment and possible action on these items.

• Public hearing on PD-1 amendment for 41.167-acre tract at SW corner of E. Bear Creek Road and US I-35E, requested by Randell Curington for Spring Haven Investments
• Public hearing on amending the land use chart in Article XI of the Zoning Ordinance
• Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is meeting to take action on several items, including approving a new rate schedule for solid waste collection, adopting updated building codes, and amending the city's fee schedule for food vendors and park rentals. The council will also receive reports on community engagement events and project updates.

• Resolution R-14-24: new rate schedule for solid waste collection with Community Waste Disposal, LP, effective July 1, 2024
• Ordinance O-13-24: adopt 2021 International Building, Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy Conservation, Fuel Gas, Existing Building, Swimming Pool and Spa, Fire, and Property Maintenance Codes, plus 2023 National Electrical Code (second reading)
• Ordinance O-14-24: amend Master Fee Schedule for Mobile Food Vendors and Park Rentals, Special Events, Vendors' Fees (second reading)
• Proclamations for Juneteenth, Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, and Small Cities Month
• Updates on All Abilities Park and Top of the Hills infrastructure project

City Council

The City Council approved six consent agenda items, including four zoning ordinance changes (O-07-24, O-08-24, O-11-24, O-12-24) and two development agreements (R-12-24, R-13-24) for intersection improvements. They also approved an update to the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan (O-10-24) after discussion. Four members were reappointed to the Citizens Police Advisory Committee. A new solid waste rate schedule was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved zoning change to PD-27 for mixed-use at W. Bear Creek Rd & S. Westmoreland Rd (5-0)
• Approved zoning change to PD-001-24 for Stewart Farms Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved zoning change to Commercial at 1932 South Hampton Rd (5-0)
• Approved density increase for Bloomfield Homes tract from 75 to 80 lots (5-0)
• Approved development agreements with Shamrock Angel LLC and S5 Investment Holdings for intersection improvements (5-0)
• Approved updated Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan (5-0)
• Reappointed Arlen Taliaferro, LaKeisha Ayers-Pruitt, Micheal Cleary, Margo Spencer to Citizens Police Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Tabled new solid waste rate schedule with Community Waste Disposal until next meeting (5-0)

Citizens Police Advisory Committee Meeting

The Citizens Police Advisory Committee will meet to review the Glenn Heights Police Department’s 2023 Annual Contact Report, discuss moving future meetings to 6:00 P.M., and approve the minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting. The meeting is held at Glenn Heights City Hall, 1938-C South Hampton Road.

• Review 2023 Annual Contact Report (Chief N. Bristow)
• Discuss proposal to change meeting time to 6:00 P.M.
• Approve minutes from March 4, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2024, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include adopting a new Comprehensive Plan, rezoning requests for properties on Bear Creek Road and South Hampton Road, a density increase for a Bloomfield Homes development, and discussions on water, wastewater, and trash rate adjustments. The council will also vote on a contract for water distribution improvements and adopt standards for youth programs.

• Ordinance O-05-24: Adopt new Comprehensive Plan replacing 2023 plan (second reading)
• Ordinance O-06-24: Rezone 0.892 acre at 925 W. Bear Creek Road from SF-1 to SF-2 (second reading)
• Ordinance O-11-24: Rezone 1.185 acres at 1932 South Hampton Road from SF-1 to Commercial (first reading)
• Ordinance O-12-24: Increase residential density from 75 to 80 lots for 44.39-acre Bloomfield Homes development (first reading)
• Resolution R-11-24: Contract with Canary Construction for Top of the Hill Water Distribution Improvements Project

The City Council approved the new Comprehensive Plan (O-05-24) and the Top of the Hill Water Distribution Improvements contract with Canary Construction (R-11-24), both by 6-0 votes. It also approved the Standards of Care for Youth Programs (O-09-24) and held first readings on water conservation and zoning changes. No public testimony was given at any of the public hearings.

• Approved new Comprehensive Plan (O-05-24) (6-0)
• Approved Top of the Hill Water Distribution Improvements contract with Canary Construction (R-11-24) (6-0)
• Approved Standards of Care for Youth Programs (O-09-24) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1, 2, and 5 (minutes, zoning change at 925 W. Bear Creek Rd.) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 3 and 4 (April 2024 financial reports, Comprehensive Plan) (6-0)
• Held first reading of Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan update (O-10-24)
• Held first reading of zoning change for 1932 South Hampton Rd. from SF-1 to Commercial (O-11-24)
• Held first reading of Bloomfield Homes density increase from 75 to 80 lots (O-12-24)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly recommend amending the land use chart in the city's zoning ordinance. The item is a discussion and recommendation to City Council, not a final decision. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with routine procedural matters.

• Public hearing on amending Section 1 (Use Chart) of Article XI (Permitted Uses) of Chapter 14 (Zoning)
• Recommendation to City Council on land use chart amendment
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission and Capital Improvement Advisory Committee will hold a joint meeting to discuss impact fees and consider two public hearing items: an update to the city's land use chart and a zoning change request for a restaurant at the northeast corner of Ovilla Road and Santa Rosa Drive. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing on amending the land use chart in the Zoning Ordinance
• Zoning change request by Raghu Raj Reddy for BR Estates at Shermans: from retail (R) to retail with specific use permit for restaurant (R SUP) on 4.26 acres at NE corner of Ovilla Road and Santa Rosa Drive
• Discussion on water, wastewater, and roadway impact fee update
• Approval of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several zoning ordinances, including updates to the city’s Comprehensive Plan and requests to change zoning for specific properties. The council will also consider standards for summer youth programs and authorize the resale of tax-foreclosed properties.

• Adoption of new Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance O-05-24)
• Zoning change for 0.892-acre tract at 925 W. Bear Creek Road from SF-1 to SF-2 (Ordinance O-06-24)
• Zoning change for 111.606-acre mixed-use tract at W. Bear Creek Road & S. Westmoreland Road to PD-27 (Ordinance O-07-24)
• Zoning change for 96.9-acre Stewart Farms Subdivision to PD-001-24 (Ordinance O-08-24)
• Adoption of Standards of Care for Summer Youth Programs (Ordinance O-09-24)

The City Council held public hearings and first readings on a new Comprehensive Plan (O-05-24) and four rezoning requests (O-06-24, O-07-24, O-08-24, O-09-24), but took no final action on them. The council also approved Resolution R-08-24 authorizing Dallas County to resell a tax-foreclosed property at 1238 Willow Run Drive. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Resolution R-08-24 authorizing Dallas County to resell tax-foreclosed property at 1238 Willow Run Drive (7-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance O-05-24, adopting a new Comprehensive Plan (no final vote)
• Held first reading of Ordinance O-06-24, rezoning 925 W. Bear Creek Road from SF-1 to SF-2 (no final vote)
• Held first reading of Ordinance O-07-24, rezoning 111.6 acres at W. Bear Creek and S. Westmoreland to PD-27 (no final vote)
• Held first reading of Ordinance O-08-24, rezoning 96.9 acres for Stewart Farms Subdivision to PD-001-24 (no final vote)
• Held first reading of Ordinance O-09-24, adopting Standards of Care for Summer Youth Programs (no final vote)

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: an overview of services provided by United MegaCare, Inc., presented by Council Member Sherron Mosley. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information only.

• Overview of United MegaCare, Inc. services

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. Representatives from United MegaCare, Inc. presented an overview of their organization, programs, and outreach efforts, and answered council questions. The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

Citizens Police Advisory Committee Meeting

The Glenn Heights Citizens Police Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve the March 4, 2024 meeting minutes, consider moving its start time to 6:00 P.M., and review the police department's 2023 annual contact report presented by Police Chief N. Bristow. The committee will also discuss agenda items for the next meeting.

• Approval of March 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Proposal to change meeting start time to 6:00 P.M.
• Review of Glenn Heights Police Department 2023 Annual Contact Report
• Discussion of next meeting agenda items

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to recommend two zoning changes to City Council. One involves rezoning a 1.185-acre tract at 1932 South Hampton Road from single-family residential to commercial. The other is an amendment to the Planned Development PD-28, increasing residential density from 75 to 80 lots and revising project amenities for a 44.39-acre tract near South Westmoreland Road.

• Zoning change request ZC-002-24 for 1.185-acre tract at 1932 South Hampton Road (SF-1 to Commercial)
• Planned Development PD-28 amendment increasing density from 75 to 80 lots and revising concept plan
• Public hearing on both zoning cases scheduled for April 22, 2024

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including a site plan for a 7.6-acre development, approval of two public works contracts, and routine consent agenda items. The meeting also includes proclamations and a public safety academy update.

• Site Plan SP-001-24 for 7.602 acres at NW corner of E. Bear Creek Road and IH 35, submitted by Bannister Engineering for Sanabel Investment, LP
• Resolution R-08-24: purchase of Falcon Patcher 4-ton Asphalt Recycler from Kirby Smith Machinery, Inc., not to exceed $64,500
• Resolution R-09-24: award contract to QKB, Inc. for FY 2024 Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs – Various Locations, $520,050
• Consent agenda: approve April 2, 2024 minutes, acknowledge March 2024 financial reports, approve FY 2024-2025 budget calendar
• Proclamations for Arab American Heritage Month, Child Abuse Prevention, Sexual Assault Awareness, and Safe Digging Month

The City Council approved a site plan for 7.602 acres at the northwest corner of E. Bear Creek Road and IH 35 (5-1), a $64,500 purchase of a Falcon Patcher asphalt recycler, and a $520,050 contract with QKB, Inc. for miscellaneous concrete repairs. Consent agenda items, including meeting minutes, financial reports, and the FY 2024-2025 budget calendar, were also approved. Public comments focused on drainage issues.

• Approved site plan SP-001-24 for Willow Run Addition (5-1)
• Approved Resolution R-08-24 for Falcon Patcher purchase up to $64,500 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-09-24 awarding $520,050 concrete repair contract to QKB, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1 and 3: meeting minutes and FY 2024-2025 budget calendar (6-0)
• Acknowledged March 2024 financial reports (6-0)

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: a joint orientation for the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission, led by the City Attorney. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is for training and discussion only.

• Joint orientation for City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission
• Led by City Attorney David Berman

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending to City Council a new comprehensive plan and four zoning changes, including a mixed-use planned development and a restaurant with drive-thru. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Adoption of new comprehensive plan replacing 2023 plan
• Zoning change at 925 W. Bear Creek Rd from SF-1 to SF-2 (0.892 acres)
• Retail to retail with SUP for restaurant (dine-in/drive-thru) at NE corner Ovilla Rd & Santa Rosa Dr (4.26 acres)
• PD-27: 111.6 acres at SE corner W. Bear Creek Rd & S. Westmoreland Rd to mixed-use residential
• PD-29: 96.9 acres to planned development for Stewart Farms Subdivision (SF-3 base)

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will meet on April 2, 2024, to discuss and potentially approve two plats (preliminary and final) for the O’Reilly Ovilla Road Addition, a site plan for Willow Run Addition, and appoint two ad hoc voting members to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The meeting will also include routine approval of prior meeting minutes and departmental reports.

• Approve Preliminary Plat PP-003-24 for O’Reilly Ovilla Road Addition (9.606-acre tract at E. Ovilla Road and Santa Rosa Drive)
• Approve Final Plat FP-003-24 for O’Reilly Ovilla Road Addition (9.606-acre tract at E. Ovilla Road and Santa Rosa Drive)
• Vote on Resolution R-07-24 to appoint two ad hoc voting members to Planning and Zoning Commission for Capital Improvements Advisory Committee
• Discuss and act on Site Plan SP-001-24 for Willow Run Addition (7.602 acres at E. Bear Creek Road and IH 35)
• Approve City Council Meeting Minutes from March 19, 2024

Citizens Police Advisory Committee Meeting

The Glenn Heights Citizens Police Advisory Committee will meet to approve March minutes, consider moving its meeting time to 6:00 P.M., and discuss the police department's 2023 Annual Contact Report. The agenda also includes planning for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from March 4, 2024
• Proposal to move meeting time to 6:00 P.M.
• Discussion of 2023 Annual Contact Report
• Public comment period

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and possibly make recommendations to City Council on a site plan and two plat requests. The items include a site plan for a 7.602-acre tract near E. Bear Creek Road and IH 35, and preliminary and final plats for a 9.951-acre tract at 2850 Santa Rosa Drive. The commission will also take public comment and handle consent agenda items.

• Site Plan SP-001-24: 7.602 acres at NW corner of E. Bear Creek Road and IH 35, submitted by Bannister Engineering for Sanabel Investment, LP
• Preliminary Plat PP-003-24: 9.951 acres at SE corner of E. Ovilla Road and Santa Rosa Drive (2850 Santa Rosa Drive), for O'Reilly Ovilla Road Addition, by James V. Wehde for 7305 LTD
• Final Plat FP-003-24: Same 9.951-acre tract as PP-003-24, also for O'Reilly Ovilla Road Addition

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will consider approving two contracts: a $174,013 bid to QKB, Inc. for the Victoria Drive Drainage Improvements Project, and a $264,254 task order with Dikita Engineering for design services on the East Bear Creek Road Water and Wastewater Mains Relocation Project. The council will also receive the police department's annual crime statistics report and discuss community engagement events for the third quarter of fiscal year 2023-2024. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes and acknowledging February 2024 financial reports.

• Resolution R-05-24: Award $174,013 contract to QKB, Inc. for Victoria Drive Drainage Improvements
• Resolution R-06-24: Task Order No. 4 with Dikita Engineering, up to $264,254, for East Bear Creek Road water/wastewater mains relocation design
• Presentation of Glenn Heights Police Department Annual Crime Statistics Report
• Discussion on FY 2023-2024 third quarter Community Engagement Events
• Proclamation of National Surveyors Week, March 17-23, 2024

The Glenn Heights City Council approved two resolutions: awarding a $174,013.00 contract to QKB, Inc. for the Victoria Drive Drainage Improvements Project, and approving Task Order No. 4 with Dikita Engineering for up to $264,254.00 for design services on the East Bear Creek Road Water and Wastewater Mains Relocation Project. Both motions passed unanimously (6-0). The council also approved the consent agenda (5-0) and tabled the zoning land use chart until the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution R-05-24 awarding $174,013.00 contract to QKB, Inc. for Victoria Drive Drainage Improvements (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-06-24 authorizing Task Order No. 4 with Dikita Engineering up to $264,254.00 for East Bear Creek Road water/wastewater mains relocation design (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-4, including minutes and February 2024 financial reports (5-0)
• Tabled zoning land use chart until next council meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two major items: a site plan for a 7.602-acre replat in the Willow Run Addition and a zoning change for a 96.9-acre parcel to allow the Stewart Farms residential subdivision. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings. Public comment is invited.

• Site Plan SP-001-24: 7.602 acres, Willow Run Addition, Lots 1-5 remainder and Lot 6, Block C, submitted by Sanabel Investment, LP
• Planned Development PD-001-24: 96.9 acres from SF-3 to PD for Stewart Farms, allowing single-family residential and neighborhood services
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 8 and February 26, 2024

City Council

The City Council approved Resolution R-04-24, authorizing the acquisition of land for the Bear Creek Road expansion, including an agreement with Stateside Right of Way Services, LLC for right-of-way services and potential eminent domain proceedings. The council also approved a replat request for Lots 1-5 and Lot 6 in the Willow Run Addition. No action was taken following the executive session on pending litigation.

• Approved Resolution R-04-24 for Bear Creek Road expansion land acquisition and right-of-way services (7-0)
• Approved replat request for Willow Run Addition Lots 1-5 and Lot 6 (7-0)
• Convened into executive session for legal advice on pending litigation (7-0)
• Reconvened into open session with no action taken on litigation

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including approving minutes, adjusting the March 5 meeting time, acknowledging financial reports, and a second reading of an ordinance amending smart water meter fees. The main agenda includes a police department annual contact report presentation and a resolution to approve a utility development agreement with Bloomfield Homes, LP, involving water and sewer easements.

• Ordinance O-02-24 amending Smart Water Meter Fees (Section A5.008) - second reading
• Resolution R-03-24 approving Utility Development Agreement with Bloomfield Homes, LP and Red Oak ISD, accepting water/sewer easements
• Presentation of Glenn Heights Police Department Annual Contact Report
• Adjust March 5, 2024 meeting start time to 7:30 P.M. due to Primary Election
• Acknowledge January 2024 Financial Reports

The Glenn Heights City Council unanimously approved Resolution R-03-24, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Utility Development Agreement with Bloomfield Homes, LP and Red Oak Independent School District, and accepting water, sewer, and temporary construction easements. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the February 6 meeting, adjusting the March 5 meeting start time to 7:30 P.M., acknowledging January 2024 financial reports, and adopting Ordinance O-02-24 amending smart water meter fees. The meeting included a presentation of the Police Department's Annual Contact Report and recognition of Black History Month essay contest winners.

• Approved Resolution R-03-24 for Utility Development Agreement with Bloomfield Homes and Red Oak ISD (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, meeting time change, financial reports, and Ordinance O-02-24 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-02-24 amending smart water meter fees (5-0)
• Adjusted March 5, 2024 meeting start time to 7:30 P.M. due to Primary Election (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and decide on a replat request for 7.6 acres in the Willow Run Addition. The replat, submitted by Mike Davis on behalf of Sanabel Investment, LP, involves Lots 1–6, Block C.

• Approve minutes from November 3, 2023
• Approve minutes from December 11, 2023
• Plat Case RP-001-24: Replat Request for 7.602 acres in Willow Run Addition, submitted by Mike Davis (Bannister Engineering) on behalf of Sanabel Investment, LP

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider routine items, including approving minutes, adjusting the March 5 meeting time due to the primary election, acknowledging financial reports, and voting on an ordinance to amend smart water meter fees. The council will also receive a presentation on the police department's annual contact report.

• Ordinance O-02-24 amending Fee Schedule Section A5.008 'Smart Water Meter Fees' (second reading)
• Adjust March 5, 2024 meeting start time to 7:30 P.M. due to Primary Election
• Acknowledge January 2024 Financial Reports
• Presentation of Police Department Annual Contact Report
• Recognitions for Black History Month essay contest winners

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a work session to receive a presentation on the city's delinquent property tax and municipal court fines and fees collection performance. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the agenda contains only this single substantive item.

• Presentation on Delinquent Property Tax and Municipal Court Fines and Fees Collection Performance Report

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The main action item is the first reading of an ordinance amending the city's fee schedule for smart water meter fees. The council will also hear a departmental report on Family Fest 2024 and consider routine consent agenda items, including approving minutes from prior meetings.

• First reading of Ordinance O-02-24 amending the Fee Schedule for Smart Water Meter Fees (Section A5.008)
• Proclamation of American Heart Month, February 2024
• Event announcement: Black History Month Showcase, February 23, 2024, 6-9 PM at Glenn Heights City Center
• Approval of City Council and Work Session minutes from January 9 and January 23, 2024
• Departmental report on Family Fest 2024

Citizens Police Advisory Committee Meeting

The Glenn Heights Citizens Police Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve the minutes from its November 6, 2023 meeting, review the police department's Standards of Conduct policy, and plan agenda items for the next meeting. The meeting is open to the public with time for public comments.

• Approval of November 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Glenn Heights Police Policy on Standards of Conduct
• Planning of next meeting agenda items

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 23, 2024, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a second reading of a zoning ordinance amendment for planned development districts, a fee schedule change for community center memberships, and a proposed library card voucher program. The council will also recognize local achievements and swear in a new Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Ordinance O-03-24: amending PD-Planned Development District requirements (second reading)
• Ordinance O-04-24: amending Parks and Recreation fee schedule for Community Center membership fees (second reading)
• Ordinance O-15-23: adopting a new City Seal or Logo (second reading)
• Resolution R-02-24: casting vote for fourth member of Dallas Central Appraisal District Board
• Library Card Voucher Program discussion and action

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a work session with one agenda item: a presentation and discussion on City Monument Signage, led by Deputy City Manager Keith Moore. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Presentation and discussion on City Monument Signage by Deputy City Manager Keith Moore

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council will meet to approve routine minutes, a replat request for the Sagebrush Nursery Addition, and first readings of ordinances including a new city seal, updated parks fees, and zoning amendments. The council will also discuss youth advisory committee input, a purchasing agreement, and elect a mayor pro tem.

• Approve replat request for Sagebrush Nursery Addition (10.30 acres)
• First reading of Ordinance O-15-23 to adopt a new city seal
• First reading of Ordinance O-04-24 to amend Parks & Recreation membership fees
• First reading of Ordinance O-03-24 to amend zoning overlay district requirements
• Approve Resolution R-01-24 for cooperative purchasing agreement with Region 8 Education Service Center

City Council

The Glenn Heights City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Youth Advisory Committee, presented by Council Member Travis Bruton. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this single discussion item.

• Presentation and discussion regarding the Youth Advisory Committee

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Glenn Heights Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the zoning ordinance to reduce the minimum tract size for new planned developments (PD) from 10 to 2 acres for commercial and 30 to 20 acres for residential. The commission will also discuss updates to the city’s Comprehensive Plan, which guides future growth and land use decisions.

• Amend zoning ordinance to lower PD minimum tract size: commercial from 10 to 2 acres, residential from 30 to 20 acres
• Public hearing on proposed zoning text amendment (O-03-24)
• Discuss Comprehensive Plan update to guide future land use and development