Kaufman County public meetings in 2021

General

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) will meet to discuss and possibly act on a site improvement matching grant application for 2400 Tabor Parkway, an internal budget amendment for FY 2022, and setting a regular monthly meeting date. The board will also receive a staff presentation on site selection and retail development, and will enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations (Project Maple Leaf) and real property matters.

• Site improvement matching grant application for 2400 Tabor Parkway
• Internal budget amendment for FY 2022 KEDC Budget
• Staff presentation on site selection and retail development
• Appointment of a designated Public Information Officer
• Executive session on Project Maple Leaf and Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park properties

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold a joint work session with the Planning and Zoning Commission to review and discuss proposed updates to the 1999 Subdivision Regulations and design standards. In the regular meeting, the council will consider a development agreement with SRP Development, LLC for Prairie Creek Estates Phase 3 and hold a public hearing on creating a Public Improvement District for the same property. The agenda also includes recognitions, consent agenda items, and an executive session.

• Joint work session on proposed Subdivision Regulations and design standards
• Development Agreement with SRP Development, LLC for Prairie Creek Estates, Phase 3 (approx. 17.48 acres)
• Public hearing on Resolution R-39-21 creating Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 2
• Memorandum of understanding with Kaufman County Sheriff's Office for tower use at 3001 South Washington St.
• Recognitions for Police and Fire Department academy graduates

The City Council conditionally approved a Development Agreement with SRP Development for Prairie Creek Estates, Phase 3, pending legal review, and approved Resolution R-39-21 creating Public Improvement District No. 2 for the same property. The Council also approved variances and the Preliminary Plat for La Vega Ranch Addition, a Specific Use Permit for a furniture business, a revised Site Plan for the Kaufman County Justice Center, and several other ordinances and resolutions. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Development Agreement with SRP Development for Prairie Creek Estates Phase 3, pending legal review (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-39-21 creating Public Improvement District No. 2 for Prairie Creek Estates Phase 3 (7-0)
• Approved variances for La Vega Ranch Addition, denying two of nine requested (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and Land Study for La Vega Ranch Addition with conditions (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-54-21 for Specific Use Permit No. 49 for furniture manufacturing/showroom at 2400 Tabor Parkway (7-0)
• Approved revised Site Plan for Kaufman County Justice Center expansion (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-55-21 amending parking regulations for trailers (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-40-21 to establish a PACE program and Resolution R-41-21 setting a public hearing for PID No. 3 (7-0)

KEDC

This Kaufman Economic Development Corporation meeting was canceled. The agenda included discussion and possible action on a site improvement matching grant for 2400 Tabor Parkway, KEDC's commitment to the City's Inclusive Park project, an internal budget amendment for FY 2022, setting a regular meeting date/time, and appointing a Public Information Officer. Executive session items involved economic development negotiations (Project Maple Leaf, Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park) and real property matters.

• Site improvement matching grant application for 2400 Tabor Parkway
• KEDC commitment to City's Inclusive Park project
• Internal budget amendment for FY 2022 KEDC Budget
• Executive session: Project Maple Leaf, Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park
• Executive session: real property (County Owned, TXDOT, Lot 9, KEDC-owned)

BOA

The Kaufman County Building and Standards Commission is meeting to consider and act upon approval of the minutes from its July 27, 2021 regular meeting. The agenda contains only this one action item, making it a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of Building and Standards Minutes from July 27, 2021 Regular Meeting

BOA

The Kaufman Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests to allow houses to be built on undersized lots, and will consider approving the minutes from its July 27, 2021 meeting. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or phone.

• Variance request for 202 Wykagyl Street (PIO 27892) to waive lot square footage, width, and depth requirements (V-04-21)
• Variance request for 1006 South Jefferson Street (PIO 24953) to waive side yard setback on a key lot (V-05-21)
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2021 regular meeting

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on a Specific Use Permit for a furniture manufacturing/showroom, a preliminary plat for a 92-acre subdivision with variances, and a revised site plan for a 24,021 sq ft expansion of the Kaufman County Justice Center. They will also consider minutes, appoint officers, and hear announcements.

• Specific Use Permit (SUP-49) for light manufacturing/assembly at 2400 Tabor Parkway (1.879 acres, Commercial District)
• Preliminary Plat and variances for La Vega Ranch Addition, ~92 acres at 2075 CR 4104, Crandall, 10 lots, 1 private street
• Revised Site Plan for Kaufman County Justice Center, 1902 East Highway 175, 24,021 sq ft expansion
• Appointments of Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the P&Z Commission
• Joint workshop Dec 20, 2021 on Subdivision Regulations amendments

City Council

The Kaufman City Council and Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will hold a joint meeting to receive presentations, discuss real property in executive session, and consider action on matters discussed in executive session. The main public action item is a resolution to set a public hearing for the creation of Public Improvement District Number Two for the Prairie Creek Development.

• Resolution R-37-21 to set public hearing for Public Improvement District Number Two (Prairie Creek Development)
• Executive session on purchase, exchange, lease, or value of County Owned Property and TxDOT Property
• GFOAT Budget Award presentation
• Fire Department Promotion Recognition presentation

The City Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate an offer not to exceed $200,000 for the South Jackson Property, following an executive session. The council also approved Resolution R-37-21, setting a public hearing for the creation of Public Improvement District Number Two (Prairie Creek Development). The KEDC separately authorized an offer contract for a county property with a $500 price, a 60-day option, a not-to-exceed amount of $750,000, and a 12-month lease-back option.

• Authorized City Manager to negotiate offer not to exceed $200,000 for South Jackson Property (passed 5/0).
• Approved Resolution R-37-21 setting public hearing for Public Improvement District Number Two (Prairie Creek Development) (passed 5/0).
• KEDC authorized Executive Director to submit offer contract for county property: $500 with 60-day option, not to exceed $750,000, 12-month lease-back (passed 5/0).

KKBB

The Keep Kaufman Beautiful Board will meet to discuss and possibly vote on participating in the 'Christmas on the Square' event and on potential projects and grant opportunities. The agenda includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• Consider participation in 'Christmas on the Square' event
• Discuss potential projects and grant opportunities

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances for two Specific Use Permits (SUP-47 and SUP-48) for propane distribution, storage, and wholesale facilities on land at 3201 East Highway 175 and 3301 East Highway 175. The council will also discuss capital improvements in a work session, renew a delinquent tax collection agreement, approve a site plan for a church addition, and select firms for grant administration and engineering services. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property negotiations involving Melody Circle and county-owned properties.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 0-52-21 (SUP-47) for propane facility at 3301 E. Highway 175
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance 0-53-21 (SUP-48) for propane facility at 3201 E. Highway 175
• Resolution R-38-21: renewal of agreement with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson for delinquent tax and utility collection
• Site plan approval for 2,337 sq ft addition to Faith Family Church fellowship hall at 3637 E. Highway 175
• Resolutions R-35-21 and R-36-21: selection of Traylor & Associates and Teague Nall and Perkins for CDBG-CV grant application and engineering services

The Kaufman City Council approved a rezoning of 2.356 acres at 3201 East Highway 175 from Agriculture-Open to Light Industrial, and granted a Specific Use Permit for propane storage with conditions. The council also approved a consent agenda, a tax collection contract renewal, a site plan for a church addition, and several resolutions for grant applications and administrative services.

• Approved consent agenda items 4-8 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-52-21 rezoning 3201 E Hwy 175 to Light Industrial (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-53-21 Specific Use Permit for propane storage with conditions (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-38-21 tax collection contract renewal, removing utility collection (6-0-1)
• Approved site plan for Faith Family Church fellowship hall addition (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-35-21 selecting Traylor & Associates for CDBG-CV admin services (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-36-21 selecting Teague Nall and Perkins for CDBG-CV engineering (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-51-21 adding Grade 15 to compensation plan (7-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations to City Council on rezoning 2.356 acres at 3201 East Highway 175 from Agriculture-Open to Light Industrial and on a Specific Use Permit for propane distribution, storage, and wholesale facilities on the same property. They will also consider a site plan for a 2,337 sq ft addition to Faith Family Church fellowship hall at 3637 E Highway 175. The agenda includes routine consent items and announcements about upcoming events.

• Rezone 2.356 acres at 3201 E Highway 175 from A-O to L-I (Case #Z-17-21)
• Specific Use Permit for propane distribution/storage/wholesale at same property (SUP-48, Case #Z-18-21)
• Site plan for 2,337 sq ft addition to Faith Family Church fellowship hall at 3637 E Highway 175 (SP-06-21)
• Consent agenda: approval of October 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Announcements: joint workshop on Subdivision Ordinance Dec 20, ribbon cutting Nov 16, Tractor Supply opening Nov 26, Christmas parade Dec 4

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering final acceptance of Phase 1B infrastructure for the Georgetown development, a change order for the WWTP Improvements Project, and a final plat for a multi-family residential subdivision. The council will also receive updates on grants, transit, compliance, and department reports, and may enter executive session to discuss real property.

• Final acceptance of infrastructure for Phase 1B of Georgetown development
• Change Order #2 for Kaufman WWTP Improvements Project with GTUA (Red River Construction)
• Final Plat of Lot 1, Block 1, Juniper Pointe Addition (9.008 acres, 2600 block Tabor Parkway, MF-2 residential)
• Executive session on Kaufman County real property (Sec. 551.072)

The City Council approved the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan update (Resolution R-30-21) and the preliminary plat for Oakdale Estates (to be renamed Freeman Farm) with conditions. They also approved participation in the global opioid settlement, adopted an updated Unsafe Buildings ordinance, and directed staff to issue an RFP for grant procurement services. A contract renewal for delinquent tax collection was tabled to November 15.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1-3 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-30-21, 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat PP-04-21 for Oakdale Estates/Freeman Farm with conditions (7-0)
• Tabled contract renewal with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson to Nov 15 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-31-21, participation in global opioid settlement (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-50-21, updated Unsafe Buildings standards (7-0)
• Directed staff to issue RFP for TxCDBG-Coronavirus grant procurement (7-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will meet to receive a grant presentation from Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative for electric service in Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park, hear an executive director's report on economic development and the EDC sales tax, and consider updating bank account signatories and allowing digital signatures on checks. The board will also enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and real property matters.

• Presentation of a grant by Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative for electric service in Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park
• Presentation by KEDC Executive Director on economic development and EDC sales tax
• Approval of minutes from August 31, 2021 meeting
• Discussion and possible action on updating signatories to KEDC's bank account
• Discussion and possible action on digital signatures for KEDC checks

General

The Downtown Development Advisory Board is meeting to discuss two agenda items: music on the Downtown Square and the architectural requirements for the Downtown Square. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and via videoconference. No votes or final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding music on the Downtown Square
• Discussion regarding the Architectural Requirement for the Downtown Square
• Citizens comments limited to 5 minutes per individual
• Meeting held at 209 S. Washington Street, Kaufman, TX and via Zoom

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a final plat for a 9.008-acre multifamily residential development on Tabor Parkway and a preliminary plat for a 123-lot residential subdivision on East Highway 175. They will also approve minutes from the September 7 meeting. The meeting is open to the public with remote access available.

• Final Plat FP-12-21: 9.008 acres, Lot 1 Block 1 Juniper Pointe Addition, 2600 block Tabor Parkway, proposed Multi-Family-2 development
• Preliminary Plat PP-04-21: 25.402 acres, Oakdale Estates, 1500 block East Highway 175, 123 residential lots and 4 common areas
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2021 P&Z meeting

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on zoning approximately 112 acres of newly annexed property at 3997 FM 1836 to Agriculture-Open. The council will also consider site plans for a truck stop with a liquor store and restaurant, two convenience store/gas stations, and a credit union with drive-through services. The consent agenda includes awarding contracts for motor fuel and street maintenance materials for Fiscal Year 2022, approving a lease for the Public Works office, and moving the November and December meetings.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance O-49-21 to zone ~112 acres at 3997 FM 1836 to Agriculture-Open
• Site plan for Gregory Marlow Truck Stop Addition: liquor store and convenience store/gas station with restaurant (1420 & 1430 E. Mulberry)
• Site plan for convenience store/gas station at 340 Block of E. Highway 175 (Kings Fort Addition)
• Site plan for credit union with drive-through at 750 Block of E. Highway 175 (Kings Fort Addition Phase 2)
• Award of bid and contract for Motor Fuel and Oil and Street Maintenance Materials for FY 2022

The Kaufman City Council approved a consent agenda covering minutes, bids, and leases, then approved a rezoning of 112 acres to Agriculture-Open, three site plans for commercial developments, two budget amendments, a school zone ordinance, a recreational vehicle parking ordinance, and a water tank repair contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda items 4-12 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-49-21 rezoning 112 acres to Agriculture-Open (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Marlow Truck Stop Addition (liquor store, convenience store/gas station with restaurant) (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Kings Fort Addition convenience store/gas station (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Kings Fort Addition credit union with drive-thru (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-45-21 amending FY2021 city budget (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-46-21 amending KEDC FY2021 budget (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-47-21 establishing school zones on multiple streets (7-0)

City Council

The Kaufman City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget. The council will also consider a final concept plan for Shannon Park with fund appropriations, a personnel services agreement with the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) to hire an executive director, and appointments to the Keep Kaufman Beautiful Board. The agenda includes presentations from the Volunteer Fire Department and a social service non-profit, plus updates on the Civic Center ribbon cutting and school zone ordinance.

• Public hearing on the City's Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget
• Consider final concept plan for Shannon Park and appropriating funds from Assigned Fund Balance
• Consider personnel services agreement between City and KEDC for employment of KEDC Executive Director
• Consider appointment of four members to Keep Kaufman Beautiful Board for two-year terms expiring March 2023
• Update on Civic Center Ribbon Cutting & Chamber Auction on September 25

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance O-41-21) and the 2021 property tax rate of $0.7999760 per $100 assessed valuation (Ordinance O-42-21), both by 6-0 votes. They also ratified the property tax revenue increase reflected in the budget, adopted the KEDC budget, approved a new compensation plan raising the minimum salary to $15/hour, and approved the Shannon Park final concept plan. All actions passed 6-0.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance O-41-21) 6-0
• Adopted 2021 property tax rate of $0.7999760 per $100 valuation (Ordinance O-42-21) 6-0
• Ratified property tax revenue increase in FY 2021-2022 budget 6-0
• Adopted KEDC FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance O-43-21) 6-0
• Approved job classification and compensation plan with $15/hour minimum salary (Ordinance O-44-21) 6-0
• Approved final concept plan for Shannon Park and appropriated funds 6-0
• Approved personnel services agreement with KEDC and authorized hiring Executive Director 6-0
• Appointed four members to Keep Kaufman Beautiful Board 6-0

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make recommendations to City Council on zoning a newly annexed 112-acre property, plus site plans for a liquor store/convenience store/gas station, two gas stations, and a credit union. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with a final plat and minutes approval, and an update on Open Meetings Act requirements.

• Public hearing on zoning 112 acres at 3997 FM 2727 as Agriculture-Open (A-O) for Thorntree Ventures, LLC (Case Z-16-21)
• Site plan for liquor store and convenience store/gas station with restaurant at 1420/1430 E. Mulberry (SH 243), 5.46 acres (SP-03-21)
• Site plan for convenience store/gas station at 340 Block E. Highway 175, 1.00 acre (SP-04-21)
• Site plan for credit union with drive-through at 750 Block E. Highway 175, 2.054 acres (SP-05-21)
• Consent agenda: final plat of Lot 1, Block 1, Whitfield Addition (5.00 acres at 7726 County Road 151) and August 3, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold public hearings and vote on rezoning about 26 acres at 1500 E. Highway 175 from commercial and SF-20 to Planned Development for up to 127 single-family lots, plus a related Future Land Use Map change. They will also consider a 72-unit apartment complex site plan, a 63-lot subdivision final plat, water/sewer rate increases, an AMI water meter installation contract and financing, and an audit contract. Several items are on the consent agenda, including a negotiated Atmos Energy rate settlement.

• Rezoning 26 acres (PIDs 184130, 16871) to PD-21 for 127 single-family lots (Ordinance O-38-21)
• Future Land Use Map change to Future Single Family (High Density) on same 26 acres (O-37-21)
• Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at restaurant, 5962 Fair Road (O-39-21)
• Water and sewer rate increases (Ordinance O-40-21)
• AMI water meter installation contract with Performance Services of Texas, Inc. and financing resolution (R-29-21)

The Kaufman City Council approved a rezoning of about 26 acres from Highway Commercial and Single-Family Residential-20 to Planned Development (PD-21) for up to 127 single-family lots, despite a resident's concerns about traffic and drainage. The council also approved a water and sewer rate increase, an AMI water meter installation contract, and a financing agreement for the AMI project. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved rezoning 26 acres to PD-21 for 127 single-family lots (6-0)
• Approved water and sewer rate increase ordinance O-40-21 (6-0)
• Approved AMI water meter installation contract with Performance Services of Texas (6-0)
• Approved financing agreement for AMI project (Resolution R-29-21) (6-0)
• Approved audit contract with YWRD, P.C. for $37,000 (city) and $4,750 (EDC) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Atmos settlement and Juniper Pointe preliminary plat (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 72-unit apartment complex at Juniper Pointe (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat and variances for Prairie Creek Estates Phase 3 (6-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation is holding a planning retreat to discuss and consider the minutes from the June 8, 2021 meeting, FY 2021 budget adjustments, and the FY 2022 budget and budget items. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda.

• Review of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• FY 2021 budget adjustments
• FY 2022 budget and budget items

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved the June 8, 2021 meeting minutes and FY 2021 budget amendments, both by a 4-0 vote. The board tabled the FY 2022 budget discussion to allow for updates, including discussions on an inclusive playground and a full-time executive director position. No public comments were made.

• Approved June 8, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved FY 2021 budget amendments (4-0)
• Tabled FY 2022 budget for updates (4-0)

General

The Kaufman City Council is holding a special meeting and budget work session to consider approving the 2021 certified property tax values, setting a proposed tax rate of $0.8216760, and scheduling public hearings for the budget and tax rate. They will also discuss the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, including items like AMI water meters and Northeast Utilities. The meeting includes an executive session on the City Manager's employment.

• Ordinance O-35-21 approving 2021 Certified Property Tax Values
• Proposed property tax rate of $0.8216760 with public hearing and vote set for Sept. 13, 2021
• Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 Budget set for Aug. 23, 2021; vote on Sept. 13, 2021
• Executive session to discuss City Manager personnel matters
• Budget work session discussion on AMI Water Meters and Northeast Utilities

The Kaufman City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved a 3.4% compensation increase for the City Manager effective October 1, 2021. The council also approved the 2021 certified property tax values, set a proposed tax rate of $0.8216760, and scheduled public hearings for the tax rate and FY 2021-2022 budget. A budget work session followed to discuss the proposed budget, including water meters and utility projects.

• Approved 3.4% City Manager compensation increase effective Oct 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-35-21 for 2021 Certified Property Tax Values (7-0)
• Approved proposed property tax rate of $0.8216760, set public hearing for Sept 13, 2021 (7-0)
• Set public hearing for FY 2021-2022 Budget on Aug 23, 2021, vote on Sept 13, 2021 (7-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation is holding a planning retreat to discuss and take action on extending electricity in the Prairie Creek Crossings Business Park, reimbursing a property owner for an electricity extension, and FY 2021 budget adjustments. The meeting also includes citizens comments, announcements, and standard procedural items.

• Request to extend electricity in Prairie Creek Crossings Business Park
• Request to reimburse a property owner for electricity extension
• FY 2021 budget adjustments
• Announcements: EDC meeting Aug 17, Economic Summit Aug 12, Chamber Auction Sep 25

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved funding to extend 3-phase electricity in the Prairie Creek Crossings Business Park, which it owns. The board also approved FY 2021 budget adjustments. A request to reimburse a property owner for electricity extension was discussed but no action was taken. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no public comments.

• Authorized funds for electricity extension in Prairie Creek Crossings Business Park (3-0)
• Approved FY 2021 budget adjustments as presented (3-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation is holding a planning retreat to discuss and take action on several items, including presentations on economic development topics, a request for a 3-phase electricity extension in the Business Park, 2021 budget adjustments, and possible FY 2022 budget items. They will also discuss property acquisitions and sales, and the Chamber/EDC contract. The meeting is primarily a working session with presentations and discussions, with some action items.

• Request re: 3 phase Electricity Extension in the Business Park
• 2021 Budget Adjustments
• Discussion on possible FY 2022 Budget/Action Items
• Discuss property acquisitions & sales
• Discuss Chamber/EDC Contract

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation met on August 6, 2021, and heard presentations from the Texas Economic Development Council, Site Location Partnerships, and Retail Strategies. The board discussed potential funding for 3-phase electricity in the business park, reviewed the 2021 budget and proposed adjustments, and discussed the FY 2022 budget, property acquisitions/sales, and the Chamber/EDC contract. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; all items were discussion or presentation only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; all items were presentations or discussions

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations to the City Council on a request to rezone about 26 acres at 1500 Block of East Highway 175 for a 127-lot single-family subdivision, a specific use permit for alcohol sales at a restaurant on Fair Road, and a preliminary plat for a 72-unit apartment complex on Tabor Parkway. They will also consider a final plat with storm drainage variances for Prairie Creek Estates Phase 3, and other items.

• Rezone 26 acres (PIDs 184130, 16871) from HC/SF-20 to PD for 127 single-family lots (Case 2-14-21)
• Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at restaurant, 5962 Fair Road (Case 2-15-21)
• Preliminary plat for 72-unit apartment complex, 2600 block Tabor Parkway (PP-03-21)
• Final plat of Prairie Creek Estates Phase 3 with storm drainage variances, 1800 block Rand Road (FP-08-21)
• Site plan for Juniper Pointe apartment complex (SP-02-21)

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY2021-2022 tax rate strategy, then a regular meeting with a public hearing on annexing 111.47 acres at 3997 FM 1836. The consent agenda includes a contract for gateway signage, a garbage rate ordinance, and resolutions for the Oktoberfest parade and beer/wine sales. Other items include a quitclaim deed and a storm drainage project at Shannon Park.

• Work session: FY2021-2022 tax rate strategy
• Public hearing: annexation of 111.47 acres at 3997 FM 1836 (Case A-05-21)
• Contract with CEIS for gateway signage
• Ordinance 0-29-21: Republic Services bulk pickup rate changes
• Resolutions R-27-21 and R-26-21 for Oktoberfest parade road closures and beer/wine permit

The City Council approved the annexation of a 111.47-acre property at 3997 FM 1836 (Ordinance O-33-21) with a 7-0 vote, extending city limits and adopting a services agreement. The consent agenda (items 3-7) was approved 7-0, including minutes, a gateway signage contract with CEIS, a Republic Services franchise amendment, and resolutions for the Oktoberfest parade and beer/wine permit. A quitclaim deed to Jess and Janice Murrell (Ordinance O-34-21) was also approved 7-0. The storm drainage project at Shannon Park was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved annexation of 111.47 acres at 3997 FM 1836 (Ordinance O-33-21) 7-0
• Approved consent agenda items 3-7 7-0, including minutes, CEIS gateway signage contract, Republic Services franchise amendment, and Oktoberfest parade/beer-wine resolutions
• Approved quitclaim deed to Jess and Janice Murrell (Ordinance O-34-21) 7-0
• Discussed Shannon Park storm drainage project, no action taken

Parks & Rec

The Kaufman Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to consider approving the June 17, 2021 minutes, discuss hosting a fundraiser for an all-inclusive playground at City Lake Park, and plan an end-of-summer bash at Shannon Park. The board will also receive updates on replacement signs for KSC, a TPWD grant, and the park and recreation ordinance.

• Approval of June 17, 2021 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion on hosting a fundraiser for an all-inclusive playground at City Lake Park
• Discussion on hosting an end-of-summer bash at Shannon Park
• Update on replacement signs for KSC
• Update on grant from TPWD

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will consider a resolution to annex about 111.47 acres owned by Thorntree Ventures, LLC at 3397 Farm to Market Road No. 1836, including a public hearing notice and development agreement. The council will also vote on a first reading of an ordinance amending Republic Services' solid waste franchise to update bulk pickup fees, approve Shannon Park design and fund balance release, and discuss the annual mosquito spraying program. Other items include a proclamation for the mascot 'King', consent agenda items, appointments, and reports from the city manager.

• Resolution R-22-21: annexation of 111.47 acres at 3397 FM 1836 (PIDs 2195, 2196, 2197) by Thorntree Ventures, LLC
• Ordinance O-29-21: first reading to amend Republic Services solid waste franchise for updated bulk pickup fees
• Resolution R-24-21: approve Shannon Park design and release assigned fund balance for park improvements
• Annual mosquito spraying program discussion
• Appointment of one member to Parks and Recreation Board (term to March 2023)

City Council

The City Council approved construction of an emergency access road at the Kaufman Sports Complex and authorized the City Manager to execute necessary documents. The council also updated the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan to add water and impact fees as funding sources and include Shannon Park Improvements. An ordinance amending the Republic Services solid waste franchise agreement was tabled, and a TIF agreement termination for Kings Fort was tabled pending resolution.

• Approved construction of emergency access road at Kaufman Sports Complex (5-0)
• Updated 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan to add water/impact fees and Shannon Park Improvements (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance O-29-21 amending Republic Services solid waste franchise agreement (5-0)
• Tabled Agreed Termination of TIF Agreement for Kings Fort 4.51 acres (5-0)
• Approved TIRZ No. 2 Reimbursement Agreement with Cedar Crest Development Company (8-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved the minutes from the April 13, 2021 meeting and set a planning retreat for July 14 at the Chamber Board room. After an executive session, the board voted 4-0 to accept Juan Ramirez's offer for Lot 8 in the Kaufman Business Park and authorized the Executive Director to execute documents, with an economic incentive agreement to be approved later.

• Approved April 13, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Set planning retreat for July 14 at Chamber Board room
• Accepted Juan Ramirez's offer for Lot 8 in Kaufman Business Park (4-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute documents for Lot 8 sale

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will consider consent agenda items including meeting minutes and a final plat for a commercial lot at 710 East Highway 175. They will also vote on awarding a banking services contract to American National Bank of Texas and a paving/drainage contract to Axis Contracting for Hillcrest Street, Melody Circle, and Priscilla Lane. Additionally, they will discuss future improvements to Shannon Park and receive updates from the city manager on community events, transit, and department reports.

• Final plat approval for Lot 2, Block E, Kings Fort Addition, Phase IV, 0.9848-acre commercial lot at 710 East Highway 175
• Award banking services contract to American National Bank of Texas
• Award paving and drainage contract to Axis Contracting for Hillcrest Street, Melody Circle, and Priscilla Lane
• Discussion on future park improvements for Shannon Park
• Receive monthly reports from STAR Transit, Careflite, Fire, and Police departments

The City Council denied an ordinance to allow private membership social game houses in commercial districts, and approved several zoning changes including rezonings for apartments, a car wash, and newly annexed properties. The council also approved a solid waste contract amendment for weekly bulk collection, repealed the city facility mask mandate, and awarded contracts for banking and street improvements.

• Denied Ordinance O-17-21 for private membership social game house zoning (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-21 amending parkland dedication requirements (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-21-21 rezoning 5.366 acres on Tabor Parkway to Multi-Family-2 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-22-21 for specific use permit and site plan for car wash at 710 E. Highway 175 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinances O-23-21 through O-26-21 zoning newly annexed properties (7-0 each)
• Approved Ordinance O-27-21 repealing mandatory face coverings in city facilities (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-28-21 amending downtown parking time limit enforcement (7-0)
• Awarded banking services contract to American National Bank of Texas (7-0)

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will inaugurate newly elected officials, appoint a Mayor Pro-Tem, and consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an agreement with TxDOT to temporarily close SH 34 and E Fair Road for the annual Independence Celebration Parade. The meeting is largely procedural, with one action item on road closures.

• Appointment of Mayor Pro-Tem
• Resolution R-21-21 authorizing City Manager to agree with TxDOT to close SH 34 and E Fair Road for Independence Celebration Parade
• Oath of office administered by Judge Burt to newly elected officials

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance O-19-21, canvassing the May 1, 2021 joint general election returns and declaring results for mayor and three council seats. Judge Burt then administered the oath of office to the newly elected officials. The council also appointed Patty Patterson as Mayor Pro-Tem and authorized a temporary road closure for the Independence Celebration Parade.

• Approved Ordinance O-19-21 canvassing election returns (7-0)
• Administered oath of office to newly elected officials
• Appointed Patty Patterson as Mayor Pro-Tem (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-21-21 authorizing SH 34 and E Fair Road closure for parade (7-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the preliminary plat for the 101-lot South Pointe at Kaufman Sports Village Addition with 12 conditions, and approved several other items including a sign ordinance amendment, a resolution supporting a street connector project, and an interlocal water service agreement. The council also referred a proposed zoning amendment for private membership social game houses back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for further review.

• Approved preliminary plat for South Pointe at Kaufman Sports Village Addition, 101 lots, with conditions 1-12 (6-0)
• Referred Ordinance O-17-21 (private membership social game house zoning) back to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-18-21 amending sign regulations for government purpose signs (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-20-21 supporting street construction connecting 175 and HWY 34 (6-0)
• Approved underground electrical utility lines along State Highway 34 bypass for Marlow's Truck Stop, using ARP funds if allowed, otherwise General Fund (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Community Internet Providers, LLC for use of City infrastructure (6-0)
• Appointed Shannon Prox to Parks and Recreation Board for two-year term expiring March 2023 (6-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with College Mound for water service to Kaufman Lake Development (6-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider minutes from prior meetings and then enter executive session to deliberate on real property matters related to the Kaufman Business Park. After reconvening, they may take action on items discussed in the closed session.

• Consider minutes from February 9, 2021 and March 23, 2021 meetings
• Executive session on real property: Kaufman Business Park
• Possible action on executive session matters

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved minutes from its February 9 and March 23, 2021 meetings. After an executive session on real property, the board voted to accept an offer for Lot 10 at Kaufman Business Park and authorized the Executive Director to execute the contracts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from Feb 9 and Mar 23, 2021 meetings (4-0)
• Accepted offer for Lot 10 at Kaufman Business Park and authorized Executive Director to execute contracts (4-0)

General

The Kaufman City Council is holding a two-day planning retreat to discuss city priorities, including real property acquisitions, future development projects, and budget strategies. The agenda includes an executive session for private deliberation on real property and legal matters, followed by open-session discussions on economic development and tax rate strategies.

• Executive session on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value (Texas Gov't Code §551.072)
• Discussion of future development projects: Marlows Truck Stop, Kaufman County Campus, Kaufman 45, Oakdale Estates (PID), Prairie Creek Phase 3
• CDBG Planning Grant discussion
• KEDC projects business update: Downtown Square recruitment/marketing, Business Park Development, Matching Grant Incentive
• FY22 Tax Rate Strategies presentation by Mike Siye

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two zoning ordinance amendments, including adding 'Private Membership Social Game House' as a specific use permit in Commercial districts and adding a sign compliance subsection. They will also consider the preliminary plat for South Pointe at Kaufman Sports Village, a 53.871-acre mixed-use development with 101 lots. The meeting includes reports on permit enforcement, future zoning changes, and annexations.

• Ordinance to add 'Private Membership Social Game House' as specific use permit in C and HC districts (Case #Z-02-21)
• Ordinance adding sign regulation compliance and exceptions subsection (Case #Z-05-21)
• Preliminary plat for South Pointe at Kaufman Sports Village: 53.871 acres, 101 lots, mixed-use at South Houston Street and SH 34 Bypass
• Report on four annexations approved by City Council on March 22, 2021
• Discussion on future amendments for Commercial Accessory Buildings in CBD and Detached Garages with ADUs

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular council meeting. The City Council and Parks and Recreation Board may be present at a public meeting to discuss potential improvements for Shannon Park. No decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Public meeting regarding potential improvements for Shannon Park
• Meeting location: Shannon Park Basketball Court, intersection of Barnes St & Ebo St, Kaufman, TX

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss and consider incentives for a joint road construction project and for community internet providers, and will schedule a joint meeting with the Chamber Executive Board. The board will also enter executive session to deliberate on the value or terms of the Kaufman Business Park real property, with possible action afterward.

• Joint Road Construction Project Incentive
• Community Internet Providers Incentive
• Joint meeting with Chamber Executive Board
• Executive session on Kaufman Business Park real property

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to annex four properties totaling about 98 acres, including land near the County Law Enforcement Center and at 2121 Ola Road. They will also consider a specific use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 304 Melody Circle, plus resolutions opposing state lobbying bills and authorizing participation in the Oncor steering committee. The agenda includes a financial audit presentation, a Community Development Block Grant application, and appointments to city boards.

• Annexation of 7.9 acres at 1900 East Highway 175 (PID 56874)
• Annexation of 16.72 acres west of Kaufman County Law Enforcement Center (PIDs 5438 & 5525)
• Annexation of 73.491 acres at 2121 Ola Road and East State Highway 243 (PID 213307)
• Specific Use Permit SUP-44 for detached garage with accessory dwelling unit at 304 Melody Circle
• Resolution R-16-21 opposing Senate Bill 234, Senate Bill 10, and House Bill 749 on taxpayer-funded lobbying

City Council

The Kaufman City Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing and consider action on Ordinance O-08-21. The agenda includes a presentation, the hearing, and a vote on the ordinance. The meeting is open to the public, with remote access available via Zoom.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O-08-21
• Consideration and action on Ordinance O-08-21
• Remote attendance via Zoom (ID: 839 4192 3996)
• Meeting posted at Kaufman Municipal Complex, 209 S. Washington

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a specific use permit for a detached garage with an accessory dwelling unit at 304 Melody Circle. They will also consider a development plat for La Vega Ranch Addition, a 92.72-acre, 10-lot subdivision in the extraterritorial jurisdiction. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from December 2020 and January 2021 meetings. Staff will provide updates on the Park Land Dedication Ordinance, South Pointe development, and a vacant property on North Clay.

• Specific use permit for accessory dwelling at 304 Melody Circle (Case Z-01-21)
• Development plat for La Vega Ranch Addition, 92.72 acres, 10 lots, east of County Road 4104 (Case DP-01-21)
• Consent agenda: approve minutes from Dec 1, 2020 and Jan 5, 2021 meetings
• Update on Park Land Dedication Ordinance 0-04-21
• Update on South Pointe development at S. Houston St and S.H. 34 Bypass

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold a joint meeting with TIRZ #1 and #2 to consider annual reports, then address several items including a public hearing on parkland dedication requirements, a new fee schedule for Civic Center rentals, a fire engine lease, and four annexation petitions. The council will also recognize two churches for providing warming services during the winter weather and receive updates from the city manager.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O-04-21 to adopt parkland dedication requirements and fees (Case SO-01-21)
• Ordinance O-06-21 to add Civic Center rental fee schedule to Chapter 70
• Resolution R-07-21 approving fire engine lease with PNC Equipment Finance, LLC
• Annexation petitions: 7.9 acres at 1900 E State Highway 175 (A-01-21), 16.72 acres west of Kaufman County Law Enforcement Center (A-02-21), 73.491 acres at 2121 Ola Road and E State Highway 243 (A-03-21), 85.234 acres at NW corner of E State Highway 243 and FM 2727 (A-04-21)
• Resolutions commending Community Life Church and First Baptist Church for warming services

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and potentially act on offers for property in the Prairie Creek Crossings Business Park and a request to buy property on the Historic Kaufman Square. The board will also review minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting and receive updates on small business stimulus, matching grants, and other projects.

• Consider offers on property in Prairie Creek Crossings Business Park
• Consider request for KEDC to buy property on Historic Kaufman Square
• Approve minutes from December 8, 2020 meeting
• Update on Small Business Stimulus and Matching Grants
• Update on Downtown Web Page Project and business inquiries

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance adopting parkland dedication requirements and fees. They will also consider issuing Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for Public Improvement District No. 1 and calling a May 1 general election for Mayor and three Council seats. The meeting includes reports from the fire and police departments and an executive session on real property.

• Ordinance 0-04-21: parkland dedication requirements and fees (Case SO-01-21)
• Ordinance 0-01-21: Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, series 2021 (PID No. 1 Phases 1A/1B)
• Ordinance 0-02-21: calling May 1, 2021 general election for Mayor and 3 Council seats
• Annual reports: Kaufman Fire Department and Police Department for 2020
• Executive session: deliberation on real property (Kaufman Lake)