Kaufman County public meetings in 2022
26 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council and TIRZ #2 board will meet to discuss an amended project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2. The council will also review several land development plats and a grant agreement for a recreational trail. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the City Manager position and real property at 202 S. Washington St.
- Amended Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2
- Development Plat for Kings Fort Addition (11.56 acres) for multi-family and commercial lots
- Final Plat for La Vega Ranch (92.72 acres) for 10 residential lots and 1 private road lot
- Site Plan for 3020 E. Highway 175
- Chapter 380 Economic Development Grant Agreement with Tony Collins Art, Inc.
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss the sale of city-owned property to Project Pegasus and a matching grant for a local business. The board will also receive a presentation on state economic development programs.
- Site Enhancement Matching Grant for Clear Film Printing, Inc. at 3020 E. US Hwy. 175
- Purchase and sale of city-owned property at 112 S. Jackson St. with Project Pegasus
- Presentation by Janie Havel from the Governor's Office Department of Economic Development & Tourism
- Executive session to discuss negotiations for projects including Pegasus, Bluebonnet, Lego, and others
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommendations for City Council regarding three development projects. These include a multi-family and commercial lot, a residential subdivision, and a commercial site plan.
- Development Plat of Kings Fort Parkway and SH 34 for 1 multi-family and 1 commercial lot (Case No. DP-02-22)
- Final Plat of La Vega Ranch at 2075 CR 4104 for 10 residential lots and 1 private road lot (Case No. FP-13-22)
- Site Plan for 3020 E. U.S. Highway 175 in the HC Highway Commercial District (Case No. SP-03-22)
City Council
The City Council and TIRZ #1 are meeting to discuss funding and development agreements for the Georgetown project. The body will also consider a downtown square construction contract and several civil rights policies related to a TxCDBG grant.
- Ordinance O-39-22 for the issuance and sale of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for PID No. 1 Phases #2A-2B
- Development and facilities agreements with Georgetown KF, Ltd.
- Contract award to AquaGreen Global, LLC for pedestrian paving and landscape/irrigation at Kaufman Downtown Square
- Resolution R-41-22 adopting civil rights, fair housing, and excessive force policies for TxCDBG Grant No. CPC-21-0058
- Appointment of four members to the Planning and Zoning Commission
City Council approved several ordinances and agreements related to the Georgetown Development, including the issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds. The Council also awarded a downtown landscaping contract and updated civil rights policies.
- Approved Ordinance O-38-22 for Service and Assessment Plan for PID No. 1 Phases 2A-2B (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-39-22 to issue Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 (7-0)
- Approved First Amended and Restated Georgetown at Kings Fort Development Agreement (7-0)
- Approved Facilities Agreement with Georgetown KF, Ltd. for Phases 2A and 2B (7-0)
- Approved PID No. 1 Phases 2A-2B Construction, Funding, and Acquisition Agreement (7-0)
- Approved Second Amended and Restated TIF Residential Development Reimbursement Agreement (7-0)
- Awarded bid and contract to AquaGreen Global, LLC for Downtown Square landscaping (7-0)
- Authorized purchase and sale of 112 S. Jackson St. for economic development (7-0)
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss a purchase and sale agreement for city-owned property at 112 S. Jackson Street for Project Pegasus. The body will also review a peer committee assessment of Downtown Kaufman and hold an executive session regarding various business prospects and real property.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for city-owned property at 112 S. Jackson Street (Project Pegasus)
- Texas Downtown Association peer committee assessment of Downtown Kaufman
- Executive session to discuss incentives for prospects including Project Pegasus, Bluebonnet, and Razorback
- Executive session regarding KEDC-owned properties and specific parcel IDs
BOA
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Jose Juarez for multiple zoning variances. These variances would allow a house to be built on a specific lot in the 1500 block of Dellis Street.
- Public hearing for Case No. V-06-22 regarding lot square footage, width, setbacks, and coverage for a property in the 1500 block of Dellis Street
- Approval of August 25, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Public Improvement District and consider a resolution for an amended service and assessment plan for PID No. 1. The body will also review site plans for a school and a commercial property.
- Resolution R-37-22 regarding the Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 1 assessment roll for Phases #2A-2B
- Site Plan for J.R. Phillips Elementary School (SH 243 and FM 2727)
- Site Plan for property at Kings Fort Parkway and Meara Drive (Case No. SP-04-22)
- Police Department Academy Graduate presentation
- Updates on Freeman Farm, Highland Meadow, South Pointe, and Senior Citizen Building
The Kaufman City Council approved an interlocal development agreement with the school district for water, sewer, and roadways for new elementary and junior high campuses. They also approved final and preliminary plats for townhomes, commercial lots, and a mixed-use development, as well as site plans for two hotels, a restaurant, and J.R. Phillips Elementary School. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved interlocal development agreement with Kaufman ISD for water, sewer, and roadways for new school campuses (6-0)
- Approved final plat of Belmont for townhomes, conditioned on engineer's review (6-0)
- Approved land study and preliminary plat of Five Points development (6-0)
- Approved preliminary plat of Kings Fort Addition for 3 commercial lots (6-0)
- Approved site plan for two hotels and one restaurant on Kings Fort Parkway (6-0)
- Approved site plan for J.R. Phillips Elementary School (6-0)
- Approved Resolution R-37-22 for amended service and assessment plan for Public Improvement District No. 1 (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, road closure resolutions, and KEDC contract (6-0)
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss business retention and administrative contracts. The board is also considering a matching grant for a downtown construction project and amendments to a site enhancement program.
- Downtown Destination Matching Grant for Christian Serrano Construction, LLC at 217 W. Mulberry St.
- Business retention services contract with Kaufman Chamber of Commerce
- Administrative services contract with the City of Kaufman
- Amendments to the Site Enhancement Matching Grant Program
- Executive session to discuss real property including 112 S. Jackson St.
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several plat and site plan recommendations for City Council. These include a large mixed-use development at S. Washington St. and Five Points Dr., as well as a new elementary school site.
- Five Points Land Study and Preliminary Plat: 134 single-family, 93 townhome, 3 multi-family, and 2 commercial lots on 99.520 acres
- Belmont Final Plat: 5 lots for 10 duplex units on 2.055 acres at Tabor Parkway and Lions Den Trail
- Kings Fort Addition Preliminary Plat: 3 commercial lots on 4.18 acres south of Meara Drive
- Site Plan for two hotels and one restaurant on 4.18 acres at Kings Fort Parkway and Meara Drive
- J.R. Phillips Elementary School Site Plan on 85.213 acres north of SH 243 and west of FM 2727
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss and take action on Ordinance O-37-22 regarding the acquisition of a drainage easement. The council will also enter an executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding eminent domain for the property.
- Ordinance O-37-22: Acquisition of approximately 25,397 square feet of land for a permanent drainage easement
- Property location: Approximately 600 feet northwest of the intersection of Melody Circle and Rand Road
- Authorization for the City Manager to obtain appraisal reports and make offers of just compensation
- Authorization for the City Attorney to institute eminent domain proceedings if negotiations fail
City Council
The City Council and TIRZ #2 board are meeting to discuss the expansion of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two boundaries. The council will also consider a residential replat and a design plan for the Downtown Streetscape Project.
- Ordinance O-31-22 to expand the boundaries of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two
- Replat of 406 N. Madison St. to create 3 residential lots on 0.557 acres
- Design plan for the Downtown Streetscape Project
- Participation in a lawsuit against Disney, Hulu, and Netflix for streaming service franchise fees
- Appointment of one member to the Parks and Recreation Board
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss a resolution supporting the Kaufman Independent School District's November 2022 Bond Election. The board will also consider a property transfer from the City of Kaufman and the adoption of an incentives application form.
- Resolution supporting Kaufman Independent School District's November 2022 Bond Election
- Adoption of an Incentives Application form
- Consent of property transfer from the City of Kaufman at 112 S. Jackson Street
- Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for projects including Pegasus, Razorback, and Post Oak
- Executive session regarding real property including 112 S. Jackson St. and Parcel IDs #49240, 5313, 5388, 5487
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. The body will also consider contract awards for fuel and street maintenance materials.
- Public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (Ordinance No. 0-24-22)
- Award of bid and contract for motor fuel and oil for Fiscal Year 2023
- Award of bid and contract for street maintenance materials for Fiscal Year 2023
- Nomination of individuals for Places 6 through 9 of the Board of Trustees for the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool
Planning & Zoning
The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding accessibility and meeting location. No specific business items, proposals, or decisions are listed.
BOA
The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and remote access information. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to provide direction on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. The regular meeting includes appointments to the Economic Development Corporation and an executive session regarding real property.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 City of Kaufman Budget discussion
- Appointment of three members to the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation for two-year terms
- Executive session regarding real property for Project Snooze
- Review of July 2022 reports for STAR Transit, Careflite, Fire, Police, and Development Services
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss the budget for Fiscal Year 2023 and a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2022. The body will also consider a software renewal contract and hold an executive session regarding business prospects and real property.
- Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
- Fiscal Year 2022 end of year budget amendment
- Renewal contract for sales tax reporting software with Avenu Insights & Analytics
- Executive session on business prospects: Projects Pegasus, Razorback, Post Oak, Cowbell, Sunshine, Snooze, and Home Run
- Executive session on real property: 112 N. Jackson St. and 105 W. Mulberry St.
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting and budget work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The body will consider a proposed property tax rate and schedule public hearings for the budget and tax rate.
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.7999760
- Approval of 2022 Certified Property Tax Values (Ordinance O-20-22)
- Contract with TNP for design services for downtown landscaping rehabilitation
- Termination of Development Agreement for 114.8 acres at 4100 Vista Lane
- Transfer of 12 lots and the former Senior Citizen building at 112 N. Jackson St. to the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation
Planning & Zoning
The provided agenda contains only procedural and accessibility information. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed for this meeting.
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding assessments for the Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 2. The body is also reviewing city investment, purchasing, and records management policies. Additionally, the council will consider permits and road closures for the 2022 Kaufman Harvest Fest.
- Public hearing on assessments for Prairie Creek Estates Phase III (approx. 17.48 acres)
- Resolution R-26-22: Special Use Permit for beer and wine sales at Kaufman Sports Complex for Harvest Fest
- Resolution R-27-22 and R-28-22: Temporary road closures of SH 243, Business SH-34, and East Fair Street for Harvest Fest
- Resolution R-23-22: Amended City of Kaufman Investment Policy
- Resolution R-29-22: Reimbursement agreement for Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 2
City Council
The City Council, Kaufman Economic Development Corporation, and KISD Board of Trustees are holding a joint meeting. The body will discuss economic development initiatives and a potential school site. They will also consider an incentive agreement for a 106-acre development project.
- Incentive Agreement with Williamsburg Construction Services, Inc. for the 106-acre Highland Meadow Development
- Discussion of off-site improvements for Highland Meadows Development and proposed KISD school site
- Discussion regarding a KISD Bond Referendum for the November 2022 General Election
- Discussion on economic development initiatives and commercial land use
- Budget meeting announcement for August 8
Planning & Zoning
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and the consideration of minutes from the June 7, 2022, meeting. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider the sale and issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022. The body will also review a service and assessment plan for Public Improvement District No. 2 and a grant application for the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.
- Ordinance O-17-22 regarding General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022
- Resolution R-21-22 regarding the Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 2 (Prairie Creek) assessment plan
- Resolution R-22-22 regarding the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Local Park Grant Program
- Jurisdictional Memorandum of Understanding between City of Kaufman Police and Kaufman ISD Police
- Future Water Planning and Careflite updates
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and a contract template for downtown matching grants. The body will also consider a specific matching grant for a business at 101 W. Mulberry St.
- Downtown Destination Matching Grant for Jesse's Fajitas & Rita's at 101 W. Mulberry St.
- Contract template for the downtown destination matching grant program
- Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget priorities
- Executive session to discuss projects Blue, Orange, Pegasus, Razorback, Post Oak, Cowbell, and Phoenix
- Executive session regarding real property including Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park and South Pointe Development
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to conduct routine business. The primary item on the agenda is the consideration of minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting.
- Approval of May 3, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 will meet to discuss boundary amendments and budget adjustments. The body will consider a grant application for the COPS Hiring Program and review monthly departmental reports.
- Recommendation to engage David Pettit as a TIRZ consultant to amend the TIRZ #2 boundary
- Ordinance 0-14-22 to amend the KEDC 2021-2022 Fiscal Year Budget
- Resolution R-20-22 to apply for a U.S. Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program grant
- Update on Georgetown PID
- Review of STAR Transit Ridership Report for April 2022