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Lindale public meetings in 2021

51 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 21, 2021

City Council

No agenda available for Lindale City Council meeting

This meeting has no agenda available. The posted agenda text only states that no agenda exists and directs readers to the minutes.

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Tue Dec 14, 2021

City Council

Council to consider early payment to CS Franke Development on utility agreement

The Lindale City Council is holding a called meeting with a single substantive item: discussion and possible action to approve an early payment to CS Franke Development under a Utility Installation Agreement. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, invocation, and pledge of allegiance.

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Mon Dec 13, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to vote on 3-lot Roquemore subdivision, discuss 34-lot Princeton Hills plan

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will consider approving the preliminary and final plat for the Roquemore Family Addition, creating three lots with a 0.090-acre right-of-way dedication on CR 4197. The board will also hold a discussion-only review of the Princeton Hills Estates land plan, which proposes 34 lots on 32 acres along CR 437. The meeting includes routine items like approving prior minutes and citizen comment time.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves 3-lot Roquemore Family Addition subdivision

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved the preliminary and final subdivision plat for Lots 1, 2, and 3 of the Roquemore Family Addition, creating three lots and dedicating 0.090 acres of right-of-way on CR 4197. The board also discussed, but took no action on, the land plan for Princeton Hills Estates, a proposed 34-lot subdivision on 32 acres in the extraterritorial jurisdiction. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

Tue Dec 7, 2021

City Council

No agenda available for this meeting

The agenda for this meeting is not available; only minutes are referenced. No specific items are listed for discussion or decision.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021

City Council

Council to consider hosting second Piney Woods Wine Festival in October

The Lindale City Council will hold a regular meeting with items including a possible second Piney Woods Wine Festival, annual reports and board appointments for two reinvestment zones, and several routine approvals. The agenda also includes an executive session on legal and economic development matters.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021

Tax Increment Financing Board

Lindale TIF Board annual meeting: minutes, officers, 2021 report

The Lindale Reinvestment Zone #2 Tax Increment Financing Board is holding its regular annual meeting. The board will consider approving the prior meeting's minutes, elect a vice chairman and secretary, and approve the 2021 annual report. It will also receive an update on infrastructure improvements and current projects, and discuss extending the term of the zone.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021

Tax Increment Financing Board

Lindale TIF Zone #3 board to elect officers, approve annual report

The Lindale Reinvestment Zone #3 Tax Increment Financing Board is holding a called meeting to handle routine administrative business. The board will vote on the previous year's meeting minutes, elect a Vice Chairman and Secretary, and consider approving the 2021 Annual Report for the zone.

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Mon Nov 8, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

No agenda available for the November 8, 2021, Planning & Zoning Committee meeting

There is no agenda available for this meeting. Residents are directed to view the meeting minutes for information.

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Tue Nov 2, 2021

City Council

Council to consider extending TIF Zone 2 by 10 years, bank contract, tax roll

The Lindale City Council will hold its regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several administrative items, including a bank depository contract, approval of the 2021 tax roll, and starting the process to extend TIF Zone 2 for an additional 10 years. Other items include closing in the carport at the Kinzie House, an amended Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan, cancelling the December 21 meeting, a movie in the park after the Christmas Parade, and a design amendment to the Community Center. The council will also enter executive session for legal and economic development discussions.

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Tue Oct 19, 2021

City Council

Council to pick construction manager for Community Center project

The Lindale City Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on selecting a construction manager for the Community Center project, as well as COVID procedures for the holiday season. They will also consider nominating a member to the Smith County Appraisal Board, approving the official newspaper, and approving minutes and financial reports. An executive session is scheduled for legal and economic development discussions.

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✓ Decided: Council selects Jackson Construction as community center manager

The Lindale City Council approved Jackson Construction as construction manager for the community center project, based on a recommendation citing their 8.8 percent fee proposal. The council also approved several routine items, including the city's official newspaper, meeting minutes, and September 2021 expenditures. No action was taken following executive session.

Tue Oct 12, 2021

Board of Adjustments

Board to hear variance request for 1340 Brad Circle development

The Lindale Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a variance request from Peter Woolford of Gladstone Investments Group Inc. for a development at 1340 Brad Circle, which is zoned MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from a June 8, 2021 called meeting and a citizen talk time period.

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✓ Decided: Board approves variance for development at 1340 Brad Circle

The Lindale Board of Adjustment approved a variance request for the development at 1340 Brad Circle, allowing building setbacks to match the developer's original design despite a zoning error. The variance was approved unanimously (4-0) after discussion of the zoning history and safety concerns.

Mon Oct 11, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

No agenda available for the Lindale Planning & Zoning Committee meeting

There is no agenda available for the October 11, 2021, meeting of the Lindale Planning & Zoning Committee. The record indicates that users should view the minutes instead.

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Tue Oct 5, 2021

City Council

Council to discuss water line projects and police recording system

The Lindale City Council will consider prioritizing water and sewer projects at Hwy 69 and Harvey Road. The council will also discuss the purchase of a voice recording system for the Police Department.

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✓ Decided: Council prioritizes sewer project to business park, authorizes bid

The council approved prioritizing the sewer extension to the business park over the water line looping project, contingent on the Lindale Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) funding any costs above $800,000. They also approved purchasing a new voice recording system for the police department and excused the mayor's absence from a previous meeting. No action was taken on executive session items.

Tue Sep 21, 2021

City Council

Council to adopt FY 2021-22 budget and property tax rate of 0.456891

The Lindale City Council will hold its regular meeting to consider adopting the FY 2021-2022 budget and levying a property tax rate of 0.456891 per $100 valuation, with separate votes on the maintenance and operations and interest and sinking portions. The council will also review the city investment policy, approve an updated pay scale, and consider two subdivision plats. Several other routine items, including budget amendments, minutes, and expenditures, are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts FY 2021-2022 budget and 5% property tax increase

The Lindale City Council unanimously approved the FY 2021-2022 budget and a property tax rate of 0.456891, a 5% increase, along with separate votes for the maintenance and operations and interest and sinking portions. The council also approved an updated pay scale with raises for police and other staff, several subdivision plats, and reappointed a board member. All votes were unanimous.

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Mon Sep 13, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to consider two subdivision plats in Lindale

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider two subdivision requests: a re-subdivision of lots on Beechwood Circle and the final plat for Eagle Meadows Phase 3. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting and hear citizen comments.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves two subdivision plats, including re-subdivision with dedicated ROW

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved two subdivision plats. The first was a re-subdivision of Lots 19-B and 19-C of Woodlands Unit 2, creating Lots 19D and 19E and dedicating 0.146 acres of right-of-way, after the committee had previously rejected it in July 2021. The second was the final plat for Eagle Meadow Phase 3, creating 10 lots on 3.43 acres. Both approvals were unanimous.

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Tue Sep 7, 2021

City Council

Lindale Council to weigh 3.4% water/sewer rate hike, budget, COVID funds

The Lindale City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed tax rate and 2021-2022 budget, then consider setting a date to approve the budget. They will also discuss and possibly act on a 3.4% water and sewer rate increase, the LEDC budget, bank depository bids, street sealing, water rights acquisition, and uses for federal COVID recovery funds. The agenda includes routine items like an excused absence and policy updates.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 3.4% water/sewer rate increase

The Lindale City Council held public hearings on the tax rate and budget, with no public comments, and voted to postpone budget adoption to September 21. They approved the LEDC budget, authorized bank depository bids, approved a 3.4% water and sewer rate increase, approved surface sealing on CR 474 and North Park Drive, approved water rights purchase for Crook Rose Inc., and approved police mental health and quarantine leave policies. No action was taken on allocating COVID recovery funds.

Tue Aug 17, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves engineering agreement for new wastewater plant

The Lindale City Council approved an engineering agreement for the Southside Wastewater Treatment Plant, a project expected to take four years and process 1.5 million gallons per day. The council also increased Pickers Pavilion rental rates, approved a network backup system, and approved several plats and vehicle purchases. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Aug 9, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves final plat for 16-lot High-Country Acres subdivision

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved the final plat for High-Country Acres, creating 16 lots at 15001 CR 472, and approved the preliminary and final subdivision for the Lindale ISD West Main Street Addition, a single 5.441-acre lot at 201 Stadium Drive. Both motions passed unanimously 5-0. The board also approved the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.

Tue Aug 3, 2021

City Council

Council to set tax rate, budget, and approve multiple contracts

The Lindale City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly approve the 2021-2022 budget and proposed tax rate, along with several contracts and agreements. Items include a 9-1-1 budget, a two-year Chamber of Commerce contract, an ambulance service contract, a garbage rate increase, and an alleyway abandonment. The meeting also includes a budget workshop and citizen talk time.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2021-22 budget and tax rate, ambulance contract

The Lindale City Council approved the 2021-2022 budget with a voter-approved tax rate of .456891, the 9-1-1 district budget, a two-year Chamber of Commerce contract, and a Mother Frances ambulance service contract. They also approved a 3.4% garbage rate increase, a $32,351.29 Kubota mowing tractor purchase, and several other items. The ambulance contract was initially tabled but the motion failed, and it was then approved.

Tue Jul 20, 2021

City Council

Council to review Community Center design and three subdivision plats

The Lindale City Council will consider approving the design and construction method for a new Community Center, plus three subdivision plats creating residential lots. The council will also approve prior meeting minutes, June 2021 expenditures, and hold a workshop on the 2021-2022 budget. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on downtown development and economic development negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves construction manager at risk for community center

The Lindale City Council approved Resolution R13-2021 to use the Construction Manager at Risk method for the community center project and approved the new design. They also approved three subdivision plats (Harms Lake Phase 1, Maldonado Addition, Water Oaks Unit 1) and the minutes and financial reports for June 2021. The council entered executive session for legal and economic development matters and held a budget workshop discussing potential raises and staffing additions.

Tue Jul 13, 2021

Board of Adjustments

Board of Adjustments meeting has no available agenda

This is a procedural placeholder. No agenda was published for the Lindale Board of Adjustments meeting on July 13, 2021, so no decisions, proposals, or discussions can be reported. The only available record is the meeting minutes.

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Mon Jul 12, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

Lindale P&Z to vote on five subdivision plats, including 16-lot High Country Acres

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will consider approving five subdivision plats, ranging from small lot splits to a 16-lot development, and will also vote on excusing two members' absences. All items are up for discussion and possible action.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves 4 plats, denies Woodlands re-subdivision

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved preliminary and final plats for Harms Lake Phase 1, Maldonado Addition, High Country Acres, and Water Oaks Unit 1, all by 5-0 votes. The board denied the re-subdivision of Lots 19B and 19C of Woodlands Unit 2 due to right-of-way noncompliance. The board also approved excused absences for two members from the June 14 meeting.

Tue Jul 6, 2021

City Council

Lindale City Council to vote on water tower payment, billboard contract, and grants

The Lindale City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including final payment for water tower repainting, a one-year billboard advertising contract, and appointments for grant administration. The agenda also includes a budget workshop for fiscal year 2021-2022 and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Council approves water tower repaint, billboard, grants, tasers, sewer plant design

The Lindale City Council approved all seven action items on the agenda. They accepted the high school water tower interior repaint and authorized final payment of $3,020 to Maguire Iron, approved a one-year $7,800 billboard contract with Texas Media Properties, and appointed Traylor and Associates as grant administrator for both the Safe Routes to School and American Rescue Plan grants. They also selected Brannon Engineering for the SRTS sidewalk project, approved $58,000 for 18 Axon tasers with training, and chose a conventional design for the South Side sewer plant. No citizen comments or reports were given.

Tue Jun 15, 2021

City Council

Council to discuss, possibly approve Community Center design

The Lindale City Council is holding a called meeting to discuss the layout and design of the Community Center with engineers, followed by discussion and possible action to approve the design. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, with the rest being procedural.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses community center design, takes no action

The Lindale City Council held a workshop to discuss the community center layout and design with engineers from Brannon Engineering. No formal action was taken on the design; the engineers will revise the layout and return to the council at a future meeting.

Tue Jun 15, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves $442,738 sewer project bid, exceeding grant by $200k

The Lindale City Council approved a bid for the TDA #7220269 sanitary sewer collection system improvements, awarding it to Reynolds and Kay for $442,738. The grant covers $240,000, with the city's portion of $200,000 to be paid from the water capital fund. The council also approved several other items, including the city audit, a TxDOT sidewalk grant agreement, and a billboard redesign.

Mon Jun 14, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to vote on 3 plats, including Lindale Industrial Park re-subdivision

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will consider approving three plats: a re-subdivision of Lindale Industrial Park lots, a new Harms Lake Phase 1 subdivision, and a re-subdivision of Lot 10 Oak Ridge. The board will also vote to excuse a member's absence from the May 10 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items like minutes approval and citizen talk time.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves FedEx lot expansion, rejects Harms Lake plat

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved the final re-subdivision plat for Lindale Industrial Park, creating a larger Lot 2-A for FedEx expansion, and approved the re-subdivision of Lot 10 in Oak Ridge Subdivision. The board denied the preliminary and final plat for Harms Lake Phase 1 due to easement labeling and common access issues, and approved an excused absence for member Darrel Vidrine.

Tue Jun 8, 2021

Board of Adjustments

Board to decide on duplex/multi-family permit at 1340 Brad Circle

The Lindale Board of Adjustment will hold a called meeting to hear and decide on a single special use permit request. The request, from Peter Woolford of Gladstone Investments Group Inc., seeks to allow duplexes or a multi-family complex on a 6.3-acre property zoned MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and allow citizen comments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves special use permit for 47-unit duplex complex on Brad Circle

The Lindale Board of Adjustment approved a special use permit for a 47-unit attached duplex complex at 1340 Brad Circle, despite concerns about a single entrance. The project, proposed by Peter Woolford of Gladstone Investments Group Inc., will be a gated community with a leasing office and is not HUD housing. The motion carried 4-0.

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Tue Jun 1, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on camping ordinance, water rights purchase, and more

The Lindale City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a range of items, including a new ordinance on camping in public places, an interlocal agreement to purchase water rights, and a final payment for a lift station. Other items include a sign variance, a billboard redesign, and a community center design discussion.

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Tue May 18, 2021

City Council

Council to consider annexing 1.058 acres at 16178 CR 4191

The Lindale City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to annex approximately 1.058 acres at 16178 CR 4191. They will also discuss and possibly approve several subdivision plats, a tax abatement policy, and other administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves annexation, subdivisions, and ARP grant management

The Lindale City Council approved the voluntary annexation of 1.058 acres at 16178 CR 4191, several final subdivision plats, a tax abatement policy renewal, procurement for American Rescue Plan grant management, and hiring Brannon Engineering for the community center project. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved the Turkey Trot event and routine financial reports.

Mon May 10, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to vote on five subdivision plats and discuss land plan

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving five subdivision plats, including final and preliminary plats, and to discuss a land plan. These are public hearings and possible actions on residential and commercial developments. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and citizen talk time.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves five subdivision plats, including Eagle View Estates

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved five subdivision plats, all by unanimous 4-0 votes: Eagle View Estates (36 lots), 2712 South Main Addition, Sunset Place, Mag and Market Addition First Amendment, and The Grove First Amendment. The board also discussed a land plan for annexation east of FM 16 W but took no action, as it was discussion only.

Tue May 4, 2021

City Council

Council to consider annexations, water truck purchase, and $200K transfer

The Lindale City Council will hold a public hearing and consider annexing a small parcel at 0 CR 474, along with a service agreement for another voluntary annexation at 16178 CR 4191. They will also discuss capital purchases for the Water Department, a subdivision plat, park rules, a $200,000 transfer to LEDC, a sewer grant bid, and COVID mitigation measures.

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✓ Decided: Council annexes 0.247 acres, approves water truck, ATVs, LEDC funds

The Lindale City Council approved the voluntary annexation of a 0.247-acre property at 0 CR 474, a service agreement for wastewater connection for a property at 16178 CR 4191, and a capital expenditure of $31,430.78 for a water department truck. It also approved a subdivision plat for two lots at 55 Miranda Lambert Way, the purchase of two ATVs for the museum and water department, a $200,000 transfer to the LEDC for infrastructure, and going out to bid for a sewer grant project. No action was taken on park rules and regulations or COVID mitigation measures.

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Mon Apr 26, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

Board to vote on two-lot subdivision plat on Miranda Lambert Way

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a called meeting to consider approving the preliminary and final subdivision plat for the Pink Pistol T. Burbridge Survey, creating two lots (0.541 and 0.311 acres) at 55 Miranda Lambert Way. The board will also approve minutes from its April 5 meeting and hear public comments.

✓ Decided: P&Z approves Pink Pistol subdivision plat on Miranda Lambert Way

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved the preliminary and final subdivision plat for Pink Pistol, creating two lots at 55 Miranda Lambert Way. The motion carried 5-0. The board also approved the minutes from the April 5 meeting and adjourned.

Tue Apr 20, 2021

City Council

Council to consider two voluntary annexations and Oncor rate denial

The Lindale City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to annex two properties: 3.068 acres at 13658 CR 433 and 1.11 acres at 602 Perryman. They will also discuss a service agreement for another voluntary annexation by Debra Cole, consider amending the towing services policy, approve leased equipment for concession stands, and vote on a resolution to deny Oncor's rate increase application. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and financial reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves two annexations, towing policy change, and Oncor rate denial

The Lindale City Council approved two voluntary annexations (3.068 acres at 13658 CR 433 and 1.11 acres at 602 Perryman), amended the towing services policy to allow heavy-duty tow calls to be routed to the next available company, and passed a resolution denying Oncor's distribution rate increase application. The council also tabled a proposal to use leased equipment in baseball and soccer concession stands. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Apr 6, 2021

City Council

Council to weigh annexations, plats, downtown blight resolution, CDBG grant

The Lindale City Council will hold a regular meeting with multiple discussion and possible action items, including voluntary annexations, subdivision plats, a blighted-area resolution, and a Community Development Block Grant application. The agenda also includes routine items like the police annual report, budget amendments, and various approvals. No public hearings are scheduled yet, but several items call for hearings to be set.

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✓ Decided: Council approves hotel/motel grant for Vintage Market Days, amends budget

The Lindale City Council approved a $3,000 hotel/motel tax grant for Vintage Market Days of East Texas for advertising and promotions for the May 20-22 event, and amended the budget accordingly. The council also approved service agreements and set public hearings for voluntary annexations by Crow Towing Services and Holy Catholic Church, and approved several subdivision plats, including for the FedEx expansion project.

Mon Apr 5, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to vote on 5 subdivision plats, including 37-lot Eagle View Estates

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a called meeting to consider approving five subdivision plats, including preliminary and final plats for residential and industrial developments. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings. All items are up for discussion and possible action.

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✓ Decided: Lindale Planning Board approves 5 subdivision plats, recommends Eagle View Estates with conditions

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved the final plats for Coyote Ridge Phase 2, Lindale Industrial Park re-subdivision, Kleam Addition, and Kingdom Estates Phase 3, and recommended approval of the preliminary plat for Eagle View Estates with a stipulation for two ingress/egress points. All votes were 5-0. The board also approved minutes from two prior meetings.

Tue Mar 16, 2021

City Council

Council to weigh subdivision plat, utility resolutions, employee raises

The Lindale City Council is meeting to decide on a range of items, including approving a new subdivision plat, several utility-related resolutions, potential alley abandonments, and a mid-year cost-of-living raise for city employees. The agenda also includes awarding a bid for water tower painting, approving a sewer improvements report, and discussing repairs at a park bathroom. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 3% COLA raise for city employees and pay scale increase

The Lindale City Council unanimously approved a 3% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for city employees and a corresponding 3% increase to the city pay scale. The council also approved several other items, including the final subdivision plat for The Crossings at Mission Ridge Phase 1, a resolution to deny CenterPoint Energy's 2021 GRIP adjustment, and the award of a $75,400 bid for high school water tower painting. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Mar 15, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

Review of The Crossings at Mission Ridge Phase 1 subdivision plat

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board is meeting via teleconference to discuss the final subdivision plat for The Crossings at Mission Ridge Phase 1. This item includes a discussion and possible action regarding the D. Savage Survey, A-901 located at 15497 Co. Rd. 431.

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✓ Decided: Lindale board approves final plat for The Crossings at Mission Ridge Phase 1

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved the final subdivision plat for The Crossings at Mission Ridge Phase 1, located at 15497 Co. Rd. 431, as presented. The motion was made by Paul Ray, seconded by Jerry Terry, and carried 5-0. The meeting was held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Tue Mar 9, 2021

City Council

Council to award Lift Station #7 bid, discuss COVID measures

The Lindale City Council is holding a called teleconference meeting with two action items: awarding a bid for Lift Station #7 at Country Acres and discussing possible COVID-19 mitigation measures for the city. The meeting is conducted remotely due to a temporary suspension of the Open Meetings Act related to the pandemic. Public viewing and listening options are provided.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $805,195 lift station bid to Belt Construction

The Lindale City Council approved awarding the bid for Lift Station #7 in Country Acres to Belt Construction for $805,195, as recommended by the city engineer. The council also agreed to hold the next meeting virtually and continue requiring masks at City Hall due to COVID-19.

Mon Mar 8, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to vote on 23-lot High-Country Acres plat, amended plat, ordinance changes

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will meet via teleconference to consider approving two plats and recommend amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance. The meeting is closed to in-person attendance due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone or online.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z board rejects High-Country Acres plat over road width

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board voted 5-0 to disapprove the final plat for High-Country Acres, a 23-lot subdivision in the ETJ, because the proposed 55-foot road right-of-way did not meet the city's 60-foot minimum. The board also approved an amended plat for AJ & RJ Properties Addition and recommended text changes to the subdivision ordinance for City Council consideration.

Tue Mar 2, 2021

City Council

Council to consider annexing 76 acres, cancel May election, approve police vehicles

The Lindale City Council will hold a public hearing and consider annexing about 76 acres at 15497 County Road 431, plus discuss the Lindale Cannery Hotel in TIF Zone 3. They will also consider certifying unopposed candidates and canceling the May 1, 2021 election, approving police vehicle capital expenditures, an emergency $21,000 motor for Well #8, an engineering agreement for E. Centennial Boulevard, and design/bid for a Community Center.

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✓ Decided: Council annexes 76 acres, approves police vehicles, election cancellation

The Lindale City Council unanimously approved annexing approximately 76 acres at 15497 County Road 431 into city limits, certified unopposed candidates and cancelled the May 1, 2021 election, and approved capital expenditures for three police vehicles. They also approved an emergency $21,000 expenditure for a well motor, an engineering agreement for a road study, and a $100 rental increase for Pickers Pavilion. The council tabled a design and bid approval for a community center and set a called meeting for March 9 to award a bid.

Tue Feb 16, 2021

City Council

Council to consider $77.12-acre annexation and $2021 certificates of obligation

The Lindale City Council will hold a public hearing on the voluntary annexation of a 77.12-acre tract at 15497 County Road 431, then consider approving the issuance of Series 2021 Combination Tax and Utility System Revenue Certificates of Obligation. The council will also discuss and possibly approve agreements with the Lindale Baseball Association, several subdivision plats, bids for a wastewater plant basin and water tower repainting, and other routine items.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $417,674 wastewater basin bid to Capps-Capco

The Lindale City Council unanimously approved awarding the Southside WWTP equalization basin construction bid to Capps-Capco Construction, Inc. for $417,674. They also approved a $4.6 million bond issuance for construction projects, renewed the Lindale Baseball Association contract for three years, and approved several subdivision plats. All bids for repainting water towers were refused due to high costs, and no action was taken on COVID policy changes or baseball financials.

Mon Feb 8, 2021

City Council

Council to consider development agreement, annexation, and lift station bid

The Lindale City Council will meet via teleconference to consider three action items: a development agreement with CS Franke Development LLC, an annexation service agreement with CS Franke Investment LLC, and approval to seek bids for Lift Station #7 in Country Acres. The meeting is held under a temporary suspension of the Open Meetings Act due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: Council approves development agreement with CS Franke Development LLC

The Lindale City Council unanimously approved a development agreement with CS Franke Development LLC, as modified after the February 1, 2021 meetings. They also approved an annexation service agreement with CS Franke Investment, LLC, and authorized going out to bid for the rebuild of Lift Station #7 (Country Acres). All three motions passed unanimously.

Mon Feb 8, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to vote on 4 subdivision plats, including 35-lot The Grove

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will meet via teleconference to consider approving four subdivision plats: Colonial Manner Phase 5 (7 lots), The Grove Phase 1 (35 lots), AJ & RJ Properties Addition (3 lots), and a corrected plat for Sunset Hills Addition with a new street name. The board will also appoint a Chairman and Vice Chairman, and discuss scheduling a called meeting. Public attendance is remote only due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves four subdivision plats, elects new chair

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved four subdivision plats, including the final plat of Colonial Manner Phase 5, The Grove Phase 1, the AJ & RJ Properties Addition, and a corrected plat for Sunset Hills Addition with a street name change to Alena Drive. The board also elected Terry Edwards as chairman and Paul Ray as vice-chairman, and decided to wait until the next regular meeting to consider the Crossings of Mission Ridge final plat.

Tue Feb 2, 2021

City Council

Council to approve FY 2019-20 audit and $ in certificates of obligation

The Lindale City Council will meet via teleconference to consider approving the city audit for fiscal year 2019-2020 and authorizing the issuance of Combination Tax and Utility System Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2021. Other items include several park and facility projects, appointments, and a new staff position. The meeting is open to the public via online or phone access.

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Mon Feb 1, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves $300K development agreement with Franke Development

The council unanimously approved a development agreement with Franke Development, LLC, reducing the amount to $300,000 for utilities paid over 3 years. The developer will upsize and extend sewer, build a lift station, widen roads to a 72-foot collector street, and dedicate land for a city park, with the property to be annexed. No action was taken in the first executive session on real property.

Mon Feb 1, 2021

Board of Adjustments

Board to decide special permit for 14.5-acre apartment complex

The Lindale Board of Adjustments will hold a teleconference meeting to hear and decide on a special use permit request from Sam Scarborough for a multi-family apartment complex on a 14.5-acre vacant lot zoned MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting, elect a presiding officer and an alternate, and open the floor for citizen comments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves special use permit for 14.5-acre apartment complex

The Lindale Board of Adjustment approved a special use permit for a multi-family apartment complex on a 14.5-acre lot in the MU-1 district, with a 5-0 vote. The board also approved the July 2020 minutes, elected Kelli Campbell as presiding officer, and Craig Shine as vice presiding officer.

Tue Jan 19, 2021

City Council

Council to weigh rezoning 14.6 acres on Centennial Blvd to mixed use

The Lindale City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a request by Sam Scarborough to rezone approximately 14.577 acres of vacant land in the Lindale Prime Land Source Subdivision, Lot 2B, on Centennial Blvd from C-2 Community and Regional Commercial District to MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District. The council will also discuss COVID-19 policy and updates, an emergency repair expenditure for Well #4, and the May 1, 2021 municipal election for Mayor and Council Place 2. Other items include adding software for utility bill payment options, a downtown water tower logo and lighting, an Information Officer position, and the final design of the Community Center.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning of 14.577 acres on Centennial Blvd to MU-1

The Lindale City Council unanimously approved a zoning change for approximately 14.577 acres of vacant land in the Lindale Prime Land Source Subdivision, Lot 2B, on Centennial Blvd., from C-2 Community and Regional Commercial District to MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District. The council also approved an emergency repair expenditure for Well #4 up to $160,000, ordered a municipal election for May 1, 2021, and approved adding interactive voice response and Tyler output processor server to the InCode software. Several items were tabled, including the water tower logo design, information officer position, and community center final design.

Tue Jan 12, 2021

City Council

Council meets to discuss litigation in closed session

The Lindale City Council is holding a called meeting with only one scheduled item: an executive session to consult with the city attorney about pending or contemplated litigation. No other business is listed on the agenda, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

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✓ Decided: Lindale City Council holds executive session, no action taken

The Lindale City Council met on January 12, 2021, and entered executive session to consult with the city attorney about pending or contemplated litigation. No action was taken in open session, and the meeting adjourned shortly after returning. The minutes record no substantive decisions.

Tue Jan 12, 2021

Board of Adjustments

Board to decide on 14.5-acre multifamily development request

The Lindale Board of Adjustments will hold a teleconference meeting to hear and decide on Case No. 2100, a request from Sam Scarborough for development of a multifamily apartment complex on a 14.5-acre lot in the MU-1 Neighborhood Mix district. The meeting is closed to in-person attendance due to COVID-19, with public access via phone or online link. The board will also approve minutes from the July 20, 2020 meeting.

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Mon Jan 11, 2021

Planning & Zoning Committee

Proposed zoning change for 14.577 acres on Centennial Blvd

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a second public hearing and discuss a request to rezone vacant land from C-2 Community and Regional Commercial District to MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use. The board will also discuss a proposed zoning change and re-plat for Garden Estates Subdivision.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves 14.577-acre zoning change to MU-1 for townhomes

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved a zoning change for 14.577 acres at Centennial Blvd from C-2 to MU-1, allowing multifamily with a special use permit. The board also discussed a proposed zoning change for Garden Estates but took no action, with members expressing concerns about spot zoning and traffic. The meeting was held via teleconference due to COVID-19.

Tue Jan 5, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on 2021 election contract, downtown grant administrator

The Lindale City Council will meet via teleconference to discuss COVID-19 policy and updates, and consider approving a contract for the 2021 elections with Lindale ISD and Smith County. The council will also consider hiring Traylor and Associates as grant administrator for the Texas Capital Fund Downtown Revitalization Program. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per speaker.

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