Lake Dallas public meetings in 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Lake Dallas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on amending the Lake Dallas Tiny Home Planned Development to add a community center and associated improvements at 206 Gotcher Ave. The request, continued from November, would renovate an existing 1,200 sq ft farmhouse, add 640 sq ft, and include parking and sidewalk changes. The commission can recommend approval, denial, or approval with conditions.

• Public hearing on Planned Development amendment for 206 Gotcher Ave (0.986 acres, Lot 7R Block 1, Gotcher Addition)
• Add 'Community Center' use: private amenity center, clubhouse, business center, meeting room, recreation center
• Community center limited to 35 occupants, hours 6 a.m.–10 p.m., no residential or retail use
• Parking: 6 spaces (5 designated + 1 in tiny home area), angled parking, 9'x18' spaces, concrete apron, 14' drive aisle, driveway spacing less than 20' from south neighbor
• Site improvements: extend 4' concrete sidewalk along Gotcher, crushed granite parking area

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular City Council meeting. Council members may attend a Senior Citizen Community Lunch on December 12, 2024, at Bentley Station. No official action can be taken during this event.

• Senior Citizen Community Lunch at Bentley Station, 222 Betchan Drive, Lake Dallas, TX
• No official action permitted
• Posted in compliance with Texas Open Meetings Act

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will consider several contracts funded by federal SLFRF dollars, including a $474,161 soccer field renovation at City Park, a $78,288.99 audio-visual equipment upgrade, and a $23,810.34 streaming service agreement. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Contract with Sports Field Solutions for $474,161 to renovate the soccer field at Lake Dallas City Park
• Contract with VideoTex for $78,288.99 for new audio-visual equipment in Council Chambers, Executive Conference Room, and Library
• Contract with Civic Plus for $23,810.34 for streaming services for municipal meetings
• Contract with McAdams Engineering for irrigation wells at City Park
• Five-year software service agreement with Tyler Technologies for ERP Pro Payments System

The Lake Dallas City Council unanimously approved six resolutions authorizing the City Manager to execute contracts for streaming services, sports field solutions, audio-visual equipment, irrigation wells, a five-year Tyler Technologies software agreement, and an Aerowave security system. All votes were 5-0. The council also approved the minutes from October 24 and November 14, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Civic Plus streaming services contract (5-0)
• Approved Sports Field Solutions contract (5-0)
• Approved VideoTex audio-visual equipment contract (5-0)
• Approved McAdams Engineering irrigation wells contract (5-0)
• Approved Tyler Technologies five-year software agreement (5-0)
• Approved Aerowave security system purchase (5-0)
• Approved October 24 and November 14, 2024 minutes (5-0)

City Council

This is a potential quorum notice, not a regular City Council meeting. The council will decorate a parade float for the Merry on Main parade on November 29, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 202 Julian Street. No official action can be taken during this gathering.

• Float decoration for Merry on Main parade
• Location: 202 Julian Street, Lake Dallas, TX
• Time: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Lake Dallas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on amending the Planned Development ordinance for the Lake Dallas Tiny Home Village at 206 Gotcher Ave. The amendment would allow renovating an existing farmhouse into a community center with offices, a gym, and meeting space, plus add parking and sidewalk improvements. The commission will also approve the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on amending Ordinance 2017-14 to add a Community Center use to the Tiny Home Village at 206 Gotcher Ave
• Proposed farmhouse renovation: 1,200 sq ft existing, adding 640 sq ft rear addition and 253 sq ft covered porch
• Parking changes: 6 spaces minimum, 9'x18' dimensions, angled parking, 14' drive aisle, driveway spacing less than 20' from neighbor
• Sidewalk extension along Gotcher from tiny home area to farmhouse
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Planned Development rezoning for a 14,000 sq ft hardware store, parking lot, and 9,950 sq ft garden center at 101-107 S Lake Dallas Dr and 1000-1004 S Stemmons Fwy. The council will also consider contracts, a police vehicle purchase, and a school district police MOU. The agenda includes early work session discussions on SLFRF funds, a parade float, and speeding on Overly Drive.

• Public hearing and action on Planned Development for hardware store at 101-107 S Lake Dallas Dr and 1000-1004 S Stemmons Fwy
• Resolution authorizing contract with Kiki's Konsulting
• MOU between Lake Dallas ISD Police and Lake Dallas Police
• Resolution authorizing purchase of Polaris UTV Police Vehicle
• Closed session on pending litigation Winston Edmondson v. City of Lake Dallas

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will consider approving two technology contracts: a $106,278.36 video system for the Council Chamber from Granicus and a $28,378.68 five-year agenda management software agreement with Civic Plus, both funded by ARPA. The council will also discuss reclassifying the City Secretary position and may enter closed session for legal advice on pending litigation. Public comment and a presentation from Friends of the Library are also scheduled.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Granicus for new Council Chamber video system, not to exceed $106,278.36
• Resolution authorizing contract with Civic Plus for agenda management software, 5-year term, $28,378.68, funded by ARPA
• Discussion and action on reclassifying City Secretary to Director of Administrative Services/City Secretary
• Approval of minutes from six meetings (April 25, May 9, May 15, May 23, June 13, June 27, 2024)
• Closed session on pending litigation Winston Edmondson v. City of Lake Dallas

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Lake Dallas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a Planned Development (PD) rezoning for about 1.5 acres at 101-107 S Lake Dallas Dr and 1000-1004 S Stemmons Fwy. The property, currently zoned C-3 in the I35 Business Corridor, would allow construction of a 14,000 sq ft hardware store, a 9,950 sq ft garden center, and parking. The applicant requests several variances from standard zoning rules, including reduced parking, landscaping, setbacks, and masonry requirements. The commission will vote on whether to recommend approval, denial, or approval with modifications.

• Public hearing and recommendation on Planned Development for hardware store, parking lot, and garden center at 101-107 S Lake Dallas Dr and 1000-1004 S Stemmons Fwy
• Proposed 14,000 sq ft anchor retail (hardware) and 9,950 sq ft garden center
• Requested variances: parking reduced to 61 spaces (20% reduction), landscaping buffer reduced/eliminated, rear setback reduced to 0 feet, masonry coverage reduced to 20% on road-facing elevations and 0% on non-residential abutting elevations
• Ordinance No. 2024-____ would change zoning from C-3 to Planned Development (PD) for C-3, with a penalty of up to $2,000 per offense
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting

Community Development Corporation

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation will meet to approve minutes from past meetings, vote on amending authorized signatories for its bank accounts, receive updates on ongoing projects, and discuss potential City Park improvements. No major decisions are scheduled beyond routine approvals and updates.

• Amend resolution for authorized signatories on CDC financial accounts
• Receive status update on projects including 303 Alamo, 312 Main Street, and Ace Hardware
• Discuss potential projects at City Park
• Approve minutes from February 5, March 4, June 3, August 5, and September 17, 2024 meetings

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with All American Dogs for full-time animal control services. The contract, valued at $4,733.64 per year (adjusted annually), is expected to save the city approximately $200,000 by privatizing animal services. The meeting also includes public comment and a possible executive session for legal advice.

• Resolution authorizing contract with All American Dogs for animal control services
• Contract amount: $4,733.64 per year, adjusted annually by CPI
• Estimated cost savings of $200,000 by privatizing animal services
• Contract term: September 27, 2024 to September 30, 2029, with auto-renewal every 5 years
• Fees to residents: $75 impoundment, $15/day boarding, $15 flea treatment, $75 trapping

The Lake Dallas City Council held a special called meeting on September 30, 2024, and approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with All-American Dogs for full-time animal control services. The motion passed unanimously, with two separate votes recorded (5-0 and 4-0) due to a procedural repeat. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved resolution authorizing City Manager to negotiate and execute animal control agreement with All-American Dogs (5-0)
• Approved same resolution in a second recorded vote (4-0)

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Planned Development rezoning for 215 Gotcher Ave to allow expansion of Walter's Tavern, including a larger parking lot and building renovations. The council will also consider contracts for painting City Hall, striping Lakeview Dr., and a five-year software agreement with Tyler Technologies, plus a vote on reclassifying the City Secretary position.

• Public hearing and vote on Planned Development rezoning at 215 Gotcher Ave (Walter's Tavern) to expand building and parking
• Resolution authorizing contract with RPM Construction for painting City Hall
• Resolution authorizing five-year software contract with Tyler Technologies for EPR Financial Management Suite
• Resolution authorizing contract with Stripe-A-Zone for striping Lakeview Dr.
• Discussion and action on reclassifying City Secretary to Director of Administrative Services/City Secretary

The Lake Dallas City Council approved a Planned Development and Site Plan for Walters Tavern at 215 Gotcher Ave, allowing building and parking lot expansion with the gravel parking lot as originally presented. The council also approved contracts for painting City Hall, striping Lakeview Dr., and a five-year Tyler Technologies software agreement. A proposal to reclassify the City Secretary position was tabled to the October 24, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Planned Development and Site Plan for Walters Tavern expansion at 215 Gotcher Ave (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing contract with RPM Construction for painting City Hall (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing five-year Tyler Technologies EPR Financial Management Suite agreement (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing contract with Stripe-A-Zone for striping Lakeview Dr. (5-0)
• Cast ballot for John McKenize for Texas Municipal League Region 8 Director (5-0)
• Tabled reclassification of City Secretary to Director of Administrative Services/City Secretary to Oct 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item A: canceling Oct 10, Nov 28, Dec 26 council meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item B: September 17, 2024 minutes (4-1)

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Lake Dallas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a Planned Development zoning change and site plan for 215 Gotcher Ave, currently zoned C-3. The request would allow expansion of the existing restaurant building, parking lot expansion, and new elevations, with deviations from standard parking, landscaping, and residential setback rules. The commission will also approve minutes from three prior meetings.

• Public hearing on Planned Development and Site Plan for 215 Gotcher Ave (Tract 17, Wright Survey) to expand existing building, parking, and elevations
• Proposed zoning change from C-3 Commercial to Planned Development (PD) for C-3 and R-1-6000 Single-Family districts
• Parking expansion from 15 to 29 spaces, including gravel area, with possible overflow at City Hall lot
• Requested deviations: gravel parking allowed, reduced landscape buffers, reduced tree requirements, and relaxed residential setbacks
• Approval of minutes from January 18, April 18, and May 17, 2024 meetings

Community Development Corporation

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting with a single substantive item: discussing and possibly acting on the BIG Grant for 275 Market Street. The agenda also includes public comment and announcements, but no other decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion and action on BIG Grant for 275 Market Street

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation approved a payment of $9,934.14 for the BIG Grant for 275 Market Street. The motion passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved $9,934.14 BIG Grant payment for 275 Market Street (6-0)

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 budget totaling $11,367,560 and levy a property tax rate of $0.518852 per $100 assessed valuation. The budget includes a 3.1% increase in tax revenue, partly from new property, and authorizes contracts for Cain Street repaving and a cooperative purchasing agreement with Forney.

• Adopt FY2025 budget of $11,367,560
• Levy 2024 tax rate of $0.518852 per $100 assessed valuation
• Approve master interlocal purchasing agreement with City of Forney, TX
• Authorize Cain Street repaving contract with Anderson Asphalt and Concrete Paving LLC
• Ratify property tax increase reflected in FY2024-25 budget

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council is meeting to hold public hearings on the proposed 2024 tax rate and the FY 2024-2025 budget, and to consider resolutions for a water well drilling permit and an interlocal agreement with Corinth for fire services. The tax rate hearing is required because the proposed rate exceeds the no-new-revenue rate. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a possible executive session.

• Public hearing on proposed tax rate of $0.518852 per $100 valuation, which would raise $4,339,311 in property tax revenue (up 3.10% from last year)
• Public hearing on proposed FY 2024-2025 budget (Oct 1, 2024 - Sep 30, 2025)
• Resolution authorizing water well drilling permit for irrigation well at 802 Lake Drive (W-D Estates, Block A, Lot 1)
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with City of Corinth for fire protection, EMS, and emergency management services
• Consent agenda: amendments to authorized signatories and representatives for financial accounts (Logic, TexClass, Texpool, TexStar)

Community Development Corporation

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on the BIG Grant for 275 Market Street. The agenda also includes public comment and announcements. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion and action on BIG Grant for 275 Market Street

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on contracting animal services to All American Dogs, reconstructing Hundley Road and South Shady Shore Road, and approving a water well drilling permit. The council will also discuss the FY 24-25 budget, set the 2024 ad valorem tax rate, and consider a resolution regarding an employee termination.

• Contract with All American Dogs for animal services
• Reconstruction of Hundley Road and South Shady Shore Road
• Water well drilling permit for irrigation well at 802 Lake Drive
• FY 24-25 Budget discussion and 2024 ad valorem tax rate action
• Resolution on termination of Winston Edmondson

The Lake Dallas City Council voted 5-0 to uphold the Citizen Appeal Board's recommendation to terminate Winston Edmondson. They also set a public hearing for September 12, 2024, on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and tax rate, and approved the consent agenda including a settlement with Atmos Cities Corp. and a memorandum with Lake Dallas ISD. A water well drilling permit item was pulled from the agenda.

• Upheld termination of Winston Edmondson (5-0)
• Set public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget and tax rate for Sept. 12, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda: Atmos Cities Corp. rate settlement and Lake Dallas ISD tennis court MOU (5-0)
• Pulled water well drilling permit for 802 Lake Drive from agenda

Board of Appeals

The Lake Dallas Appeals Board will hold a public meeting to hear an appeal by Winston Edmondson of his termination of employment with the City of Lake Dallas, and may take action. The board may discuss the matter in closed executive session unless Edmondson requests a public hearing, with final action taken in open session. The agenda contains only this one substantive item plus procedural call to order and adjournment.

• Appeal by Winston Edmondson of his termination of employment with the City of Lake Dallas
• Possible closed executive session under Texas Government Code 551.074 for personnel matters
• Meeting at 212 Main Street, Lake Dallas, TX on August 14, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will consider several resolutions, including an interlocal agreement with Span, Inc. for door-to-door transit for elderly and disabled residents, a renewal of the solid waste and recycling contract with Republic Services, and a cooperative agreement with Denton County for improvements to Hundley Drive. The council will also discuss the proposed FY 24-25 budget. The agenda includes routine items like public comment and announcements, and an executive session to deliberate the duties of the Interim City Manager.

• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Span, Inc. for transit services ($21.96 per trip, $15,811 annual city contribution, plus $6,946 for meal services)
• Resolution approving 5-year renewal of solid waste and recycling contract with Republic Services (Dec 1, 2024 – Nov 30, 2029)
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Denton County for engineering and construction of Hundley Drive (200 W. to 800 E. Hundley Drive)
• Discussion of proposed FY 24-25 budget
• Executive session to deliberate duties of Interim City Manager

The Lake Dallas City Council approved three resolutions: authorizing an interlocal agreement with Span, Inc. for door-to-door transit for seniors and disabled residents, approving a five-year renewal of the solid waste and recycling contract with Republic Services, and authorizing an interlocal agreement with Denton County for the Hundley Drive construction project. The council also received a presentation on the proposed FY 24-25 budget and held an executive session regarding the interim city manager's duties. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Span, Inc. for door-to-door transit services (5-0)
• Approved 5-year solid waste and recycling contract renewal with Republic Services (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Denton County for Hundley Drive construction (5-0)
• Received presentation on proposed FY 24-25 budget (no action taken)

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 24-25 budget, followed by a regular meeting with public comment and several action items. The council will vote on resolutions authorizing an interlocal transit agreement with Span, Inc., a five-year waste contract renewal with Republic Services, and a road construction agreement with Denton County for Hundley Drive. An executive session is scheduled to deliberate the duties of the Interim City Manager.

• Discuss proposed FY 24-25 budget
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Span, Inc. for door-to-door transit for seniors/disabled (projected 720 trips, $21.96/trip, $15,811 annual city contribution)
• Resolution approving 5-year solid waste/recycling contract renewal with Republic Services (Dec 1, 2024 – Nov 30, 2029)
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Denton County for engineering and construction of Hundley Drive (200 W to 800 E Hundley Drive)
• Executive session to deliberate duties of Interim City Manager

Community Development Corporation

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on the FY 2024-2025 annual budget. The board will also receive a status update on various projects and hear public comments, though no action can be taken on citizen-presented items.

• Discussion and possible action on FY 2024-2025 Annual Budget
• Status update on various projects
• Public comment period limited to 5 minutes per person

The Community Development Corporation approved the FY 2024-2025 Annual Budget as amended by a 5-0 vote. The board also received a status update on projects at 303 Alamo, 312 Main Street, and Ace Hardware, but took no action on those items.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 Annual Budget as amended (5-0)

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 24-25 budget, then meet in open session to consider two resolutions: one authorizing the interim city manager to negotiate an interlocal agreement with Hickory Creek for the Carlisle Drive Reconstruction Project, and another appointing a city manager and authorizing an employment agreement. The council may also enter closed session to deliberate the appointment or employment of a city manager and the duties of the interim city manager and police chief.

• Resolution authorizing interim city manager to negotiate and execute Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Carlisle Drive Reconstruction Project with Town of Hickory Creek
• Resolution appointing a City Manager and authorizing interim city manager to negotiate and execute employment agreement
• Discussion of proposed FY 24-25 Budget in early work session
• Closed session to deliberate appointment/employment of City Manager and duties of Interim City Manager and Police Chief

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council is holding a special called meeting with a light agenda. The main item is a closed executive session to deliberate on the appointment or employment of a City Manager, followed by a return to open session to discuss and possibly act on that discussion. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including public comment and routine opening items.

• Closed session under Texas Govt. Code 551.074 to deliberate City Manager appointment or employment
• Public comment period limited to 5 minutes per person
• Meeting held at City Hall, 212 Main Street, Lake Dallas, TX

The Lake Dallas City Council held a special called meeting on July 18, 2024, primarily to discuss the appointment or employment of a City Manager in executive session. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• No action taken on City Manager appointment or employment

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will consider two action items: a resolution to relocate stop signs at the Jefferson Lane and Grayson Lane intersection in the Oaks subdivision, and a resolution to renew an interlocal agreement with Denton County for the public safety radio communications system. The meeting also includes public comment, council announcements, a city manager's report, and a closed session to discuss the city manager's duties.

• Resolution to remove stop signs on north and south bound Jefferson Lane and Grayson Lane, and erect stop signs on east and west bound Grayson Lane with 'cross traffic does not stop' signage
• Resolution authorizing an Interlocal Agreement with Denton County for public safety radio communications system for FY 2024-2025 at a cost of $2,808.00
• Closed executive session to deliberate the duties of the City Manager

The Lake Dallas City Council approved a resolution to remove north and south bound stop signs on Jefferson Lane and Grayson Lane and erect stop signs on east and west bound Grayson Lane with additional signage stating 'cross traffic does not stop'. The motion passed 5-0. The council also approved a consent agenda item authorizing an interlocal agreement with Denton County for public safety radio communications. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments, announcements, and an executive session.

• Approved resolution to remove stop signs on Jefferson Lane and Grayson Lane (north/south bound) and erect stop signs on east/west bound Grayson Lane with 'cross traffic does not stop' signage (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item authorizing interlocal agreement with Denton County for public safety radio communications system (5-0)

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular meeting. The Lake Dallas City Council will gather to decorate a parade float for the 4th of July parade. No official action can be taken.

• Float decoration for 4th of July parade
• Location: 202 Julian Street, Lake Dallas, TX
• Date: Friday, June 30, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting with presentations and discussions, including a report from Span Denton County on transportation and nutrition services for seniors and people with disabilities. The council will also consider a resolution appointing members to the Planning and Zoning Commission and may enter closed session to discuss the city manager's duties. No consent agenda items are listed.

• Presentation from Span Denton County on transportation and meals-on-wheels services
• Discussion on library services
• Resolution appointing members to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Closed session to deliberate duties of the City Manager
• Public comment period for citizen input

The Lake Dallas City Council met on June 27, 2024, and took one substantive action: approving a resolution appointing members to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The meeting also included presentations from Span Denton County and on Library Services, plus announcements and an executive session regarding City Manager duties, but no other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved resolution appointing members to Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council

This is a potential quorum notice, not a regular meeting. The City Council will gather to decorate the parade float for the 4th of July parade. No official action can be taken at this gathering.

• Float decoration for July 4th parade at 202 Julian Street, Lake Dallas, TX

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hear a presentation from the City of Corinth about a proposed five-year fire services contract, with updated budget figures. The council will also hold a public hearing on a Special Use Permit for a stand-alone garage at 525 Oakcrest Street, and discuss the City Manager selection process and the future of the Library.

• Presentation on five-year fire services contract with Corinth, including revised allocation model and budget projections
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit at 525 Oakcrest Street to allow stand-alone garage as accessory building
• Discussion on City Manager selection process and job description
• Discussion on the future of the Library
• Consideration of sidewalk construction on north side of Swisher Road

The Lake Dallas City Council approved a Special Use Permit for a stand-alone garage at 525 Oakcrest Street (4-1), reappointed members to the Animal Control Board, and tabled a sidewalk construction request on Swisher Road. The council also directed staff to fund the library at the same level as this year, but took no action on the City Manager selection process.

• Approved Special Use Permit for stand-alone garage at 525 Oakcrest Street (4-1)
• Appointed Kristy Bleau and Jessica Portillo to Animal Control Board (5-0)
• Tabled sidewalk construction on north side of Swisher Road (5-0)
• Reappointed Chris Watts to Regional Transportation Council (5-0)
• Directed staff to fund library at same dollar amount as this year

Community Development Corporation

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation will consider increasing its financial participation in Restaurant Week from $250 to $1,000, as requested by the Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce. The board will also receive a presentation on a proposal from National Soccer Roots (NSR) to manage City Park, which includes a request for $350,000 in bond funds to match $3,700,000 in NSR funds over five years. Public comment is allowed, but no action will be taken on those comments.

• Request to increase Restaurant Week funding from $250 to $1,000 for advertising and gift cards
• Participating restaurants: Chilitos, Chasin Tail, Ms. Lively’s, Walter’s Tavern
• NSR proposes 5-year park revitalization plan totaling $4,050,000
• CDC asked to provide $350,000 match to NSR's $3,700,000
• Potential management agreement with NSR and MOU with LDISD for tennis courts

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation approved a $1,000 request from the Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce for Restaurant Week, with a report on outcomes required. The board also approved elevations for properties at 1000-1004 S Stemmons and 101-107 S Lake Dallas Drive, adding stone columns and an awning to the east elevation. Both motions passed 6-0. No public comments were made.

• Approved $1,000 for Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week (6-0)
• Approved elevations for 1000-1004 S Stemmons and 101-107 S Lake Dallas Drive with stone columns and awning (6-0)

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a regular meeting with an oath of office for newly elected councilmembers, public comment, and reports. The main actionable items are electing a Mayor Pro-Tem and discussing Community Park. The consent agenda is empty, and no planning or development actions are scheduled.

• Administer Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmembers
• Consider and elect a Mayor Pro-Tem
• Receive report and discuss Community Park
• Citizen public comment period (5 minutes per person)

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a regular meeting with an early work session and open session. Key actions include considering a resolution to authorize a right-of-way use license for an encroaching building at 303 Alamo Avenue, and a resolution to extend the Republic Waste contract by 60 days. The council will also discuss Willow Grove primitive camping and the Chamber of Commerce Bike Race, and may enter executive session to deliberate the City Manager's duties.

• Resolution authorizing right-of-way use license for building encroachment at 303 Alamo Avenue
• Resolution to extend Republic Waste contract for 60 days from May 1, 2024
• Discussion on Willow Grove primitive camping
• Discussion on Annual Chamber of Commerce Bike Race
• Proclamation of May as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Lake Dallas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a Special Use Permit for a stand-alone garage as an accessory building on property zoned R-1 at 525 Oakcrest Street. The meeting also includes citizen comments and routine procedural items.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for accessory garage at 525 Oakcrest Street (Block G, Lot 2, Oaks Lakes Subdivision)
• Property currently zoned District R-1 – 7200
• Citizen comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council approved the Interim City Manager's appointment of John Harris as Public Works Manager in a 5-0 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from February 22 and March 14, 2024 meetings. Other items were informational only, including reports on the Republic Waste contract, a drainage study, and a presentation from the Friends of the Library.

• Approved appointment of John Harris as Public Works Manager (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 22 and Mar 14, 2024 council minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the City Manager search process and primitive camping sites at Willow Grove Park. During the open session, the Council will consider a zoning amendment for 214 Gotcher Avenue, an ordinance to change pet ownership limits, and a contract for engineering services on South Shady Shore Road.

• Public hearing and action on a planned development amendment for 214 Gotcher Avenue
• Ordinance to increase the limit on dogs and cats to a total of six
• Resolution to authorize a contract with McAdams for South Shady Shore Road engineering design
• Resolution to approve an interlocal agreement with Denton County for public safety communications

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will meet on March 14, 2024, to discuss and take action on items including the abandonment of Forrest Street, a contract for Community Room flooring repairs, and an appeal regarding employee termination. The council will also receive the fiscal year 2022-23 annual audited financial statements and review consent items involving road design and police consulting.

• Resolution authorizing a contract with Smitty's Floor Covering for $37,231.35 to replace the Community Room flooring
• Ordinance abandoning right-of-way on Forrest Street in exchange for an emergency access, utility, and drainage easement
• Receive and accept the annual audited financial statements for Fiscal Year 2022-23
• Consideration of a resolution authorizing membership in the ATMOS Cities Steering Committee with a payment of five cents per capita
• Resolution authorizing a contract with McAdams for engineer design and construction management of Hundley Road

Community Development Corporation

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to review the annual audited financial statements for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The board will also consider an amendment to a restriction agreement for 312 Main Street and approve building elevations for properties located at 1000-1004 S Stemmons and 101-107 S. Lake Dallas Drive.

• Acceptance of 2022-2023 annual audited financial statements
• Amendment to Restriction Agreement for 312 Main Street
• Approval of elevations for 1000-1004 S Stemmons and 101-107 S. Lake Dallas Drive

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation unanimously approved the annual audited financial statements for FY 2022-2023. It also approved amendments to the Restriction Agreement with Isabel and Louis Velez for 312 Main Street, the third amendment to the Project Hammer Purchase and Sale Agreement for 1000-1004 S Stemmons and 101-107 S. Lake Dallas Drive, and elevations for the remodel of 303 Alamo. The board discussed but took no action on future on-street public parking in the Downtown area.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 audited financial statements (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Restriction Agreement with Velez for 312 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved third amendment to Project Hammer Purchase and Sale Agreement (6-0)
• Approved elevations for remodel of 303 Alamo (6-0)

Animal Welfare Board

The Animal Services Advisory Board will meet to discuss operations at the Lake Dallas Animal Shelter, including potential amendments to municipal ordinances regarding pet limits and the keeping of fowl and rabbits. The board will also address board membership changes and plan future fundraising events.

• Action on the resignation of board member Mandi Edwards
• Discussion of fostering rules and regulations
• Recommendation on amendments to Ordinance Section 18-121 regarding dog and cat limits
• Recommendation on amendments to Ordinance Section 18-41 regarding fowl and rabbits
• Discussion of shelter fundraising events

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a proposed rezoning of 7.9 acres from C-2 Commercial to Planned Development-M-1 Light Industrial. The site, located south of Swisher Road, is proposed for a 121,910-square-foot industrial warehouse. Additionally, the Council will discuss interlocal agreements for the Dobbs Road project, professional finance service contracts, and pavement repair resolutions.

• Public hearing on rezoning 7.9 acres to Planned Development-M-1 Light Industrial
• Interlocal agreement for Dobbs Road project with Corinth and Shady Shores
• Professional services agreement with Linda Bantz for finance services
• Professional services agreement with Vicky Rodriquez for finance services
• Resolution for pavement repair contract with Pave It, Inc.

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance for a Planned Development on about 7.9 acres south of Swisher Road. They will also consider several contracts and agreements, including an interlocal agreement for the Dobbs Road Project, professional services agreements for finance services, a pavement repair contract, and appointments to the Appeals Board. The meeting includes public comment, a city manager's report, and executive sessions to discuss the city manager's duties and Appeals Board appointments.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Planned Development (M-1 Light Industrial) on 7.90 acres south of Swisher Road, west of Shady Shores Road
• Interlocal Agreement with Corinth and Shady Shores for Dobbs Road Project management
• Professional Services Agreements with Linda Bantz and Vicky Rodriquez for finance services
• Resolution authorizing pavement repair contract with Pave It, Inc.
• Resolution appointing members to the Appeals Board

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider amending the Planned Development for the TTMJ Addition at 214 Gotcher Avenue. The amendment would reduce required on-street parking from 14 to 13 spaces, allow one driveway space per unit instead of two, and shrink parking space dimensions from 9x20 feet to 9x18 feet. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing on amending PD Ordinance No. 2023-06 for 214 Gotcher Avenue
• Proposed reduction of on-street parking from 14 to 13 spaces
• Proposed reduction of off-street driveway parking from 2 to 1 space per unit
• Proposed parking space size change from 9x20 feet to 9x18 feet
• Ordinance includes $2,000 fine for violations

City Council

The City Council will review the Lake Dallas Police Department's 2023 annual racial profiling report and consider the appointment of a new Public Works Manager. The Council will also address administrative items, including excusing a member's absence and deliberating the appointment of a Finance Director in a closed executive session.

• Receive 2023 Police Department Racial Profiling Report
• Consider appointment and employment of a Public Works Manager
• Deliberate appointment of a Finance Director in executive session
• Excuse Councilmember Bleau's absence from the January 11, 2024, meeting

Community Development Corporation

The Lake Dallas Community Development Corporation Board will meet to review financial reports and past meeting minutes. The board will also consider amendments to a property sale agreement and approve building elevations for a property remodel. Additionally, the board will discuss potential future projects for on-street public parking in the downtown area.

• Amendment to Purchase and Sale Agreement for 1000-1004 S Stemmons and 101-107 S. Lake Dallas Drive
• Approval of remodel elevations for 303 Alamo
• Discussion of future downtown on-street public parking projects
• Review of October, November, and December 2023 financials

City Council

The Lake Dallas City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending the phasing regulations of the Swisher Landing Planned Development (Ordinance No. 2022-09). The change would allow certificates of occupancy for up to 240 multi-family units on Tract 2 before completion of the required 7,000 sq ft of retail/restaurant shell buildings on Tract 1, provided 4,000 sq ft of retail is built anywhere on Tract 1. The council will also consider a preliminary plat for the 22.228-acre site, appoint Appeals Board members and special counsel, and hear a report from the city's financial advisor on bond issuance for a road project.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending PD phasing for Swisher Landing (22.228 acres, north of Swisher Rd and east N. Shady Shores Rd)
• Preliminary plat for 22.228± acres at 502 N. Shady Shore Drive
• Resolution appointing members to the Appeals Board
• Appointment of special counsel to the Appeals Board
• Report from Financial Advisor on bond issuance for road project

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend development phasing for property near Swisher Road and N. Shady Shores Road. Additionally, the Council will consider a preliminary plat for 22.228 acres at 502 N. Shady Shore Drive and discuss appointments to the Appeals Board.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2022-09 regarding multi-family and retail development phasing
• Preliminary plat approval for 22.228 acres at 502 N. Shady Shore Drive
• Appointment of members to the Appeals Board
• Appointment of special counsel to the Appeals Board
• Review of December 2023 financial reports

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Lake Dallas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning changes: one to rezone 13.305 acres south of Swisher Road from C-2 Commercial to Planned Development for M-1 Light Industrial uses, and another to amend a Planned Development at 214 Gotcher Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from the December 21, 2023 meeting and take public comments on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on rezoning 13.305± acres (J.W. Simmons Survey, Abstract No. 1162) from C-2 Commercial to Planned Development for M-1 Light Industrial
• Public hearing on amending Planned Development for 0.214 acres at 214 Gotcher Avenue (M. Wright Survey, Abstract No. 1355) to include R-2 Two-Family and Downtown District
• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2023 regular meeting
• Citizen comment period (5 minutes per speaker)