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Lindale public meetings in 2024

48 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024

City Council

City Council to vote on cost sharing for Harvey Road widening project with TIF and EDC

The council will discuss and possibly approve a cost-sharing agreement for the Harvey Road widening project with the Tax Increment Financial Zone and Lindale Economic Development Corporation. Other actions include approving a contract with Smith County for the 2025 election, accepting a lift station, purchasing a trailer for the water department, and amending the pay scale for police field training officers.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2025 election contract with Smith County

The Lindale City Council approved all items on the agenda, including a contract with Smith County for conducting the 2025 election, cost-sharing for the Harvey Road widening project, accepting the Business Park lift station, purchasing a trailer for the water department, approving a final plat, adding FTO pay to the police pay scale, and approving minutes and financial reports. All votes were unanimous.

Mon Dec 9, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Planning board to consider two subdivision plats for Lindale Professional Plaza

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss and possibly approve a preliminary and final subdivision plat for Lindale Professional Plaza Unit-1 at 2551 S. Main St., and a preliminary plat for Unit-2 at 2561 S. Main St. Both plats were submitted by Steve Covington Jr. The board will also review minutes from the November 11th meeting and hold a citizen talk period.

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✓ Decided: P&Z approves two Lindale Professional Plaza subdivision plats

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved both the preliminary and final subdivision plat for Lindale Professional Plaza Unit 1 at 2551 S. Main St. (5-0) and the preliminary plat for Unit 2 at 2561 S. Main St. (3-2). The board also approved the minutes of the November 11, 2024 meeting (4-0, with one abstention).

Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on appraisal district board, approve $5,420 road clearing, water/sewer repairs

The Lindale City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 3, 2024, to discuss and possibly vote on several operational and infrastructure items. Key actions include casting votes for the Smith County Appraisal District Board of Directors, approving $5,420 for clearing Liberty Crossing from CR 472 to Centennial (with LEDC covering half), and authorizing generator switchover switches at two wells, a bar screen cover at the Southside Sewer Plant, and a sludge pump replacement at the Northside Sewer Plant. An executive session is scheduled for economic development negotiations under Texas law.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on two subdivision plats (Poole Addition, Mission Ridge)

The Lindale City Council will vote on approving the final subdivision plat for Poole Addition at 13694 CR 411 and the final replat of two lots at The Crossing at Mission Ridge. They will also consider approving the minutes from the November 5 meeting and October 2024 expenditures and financial reports.

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Mon Nov 11, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Planning board to review Poole Addition subdivision plat and Mission Ridge replat

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will discuss and vote on two subdivision plats: the Poole Addition preliminary and final plat, and a replat of two lots in The Crossing at Mission Ridge. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a citizen comment period.

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Tue Nov 5, 2024

City Council

Council to discuss TxDOT settlement offer for IH20 expansion property purchase

The Lindale City Council will discuss and possibly approve several items including the 2024 tax roll, a new burning ordinance, and a TikTok policy. They will also hold an executive session to deliberate a settlement offer from TxDOT for property purchase related to the IH20 expansion. Multiple reinvestment zone annual reports and board appointments are on the agenda.

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Tue Nov 5, 2024

Tax Increment Financing Board

Lindale TIRZ Zone #2 to elect board officers and review annual report

The Lindale Reinvestment Zone #2 Tax Increment Financing Board will meet to fill leadership roles and review yearly performance. The board will also consider the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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Tue Nov 5, 2024

Tax Increment Financing Board

Lindale TIRZ Zone #3 board to elect officers, approve 2024 annual report

The Lindale Reinvestment Zone #3 Tax Increment Financing Board will elect a vice chairman and secretary, consider approval of the 2024 annual report, and approve minutes from the November 2023 meeting. All items are procedural.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

Board of Adjustments

Board to consider multi-family special use and variance requests

The Lindale Board of Adjustment will hold a called meeting to hear three cases: a special use request for multi-family development at 108 Ballard Dr, a variance request for setbacks at 2553 S. Main St, and another special use for multi-family at 511 Baker St. The board will also select a chairman and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Council

Council to consider capital expenditure, baseball contracts, and official newspaper

The Lindale City Council will discuss and possibly approve several routine items including designating the official newspaper, nominating a council member to the Smith County Appraisal District Board, approving updated contracts for baseball and soccer leagues, authorizing a shade covering installation at baseball fields, and approving a capital expenditure for a zero turn mower for Public Works. They will also approve minutes and financial reports.

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Mon Oct 14, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Planning board to vote on preliminary and final plat for Smith Acres Addition at 800 S. Main St.

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will consider approving a preliminary and final plat for Lot 1 Block-1 of the Smith Acres Addition, a new subdivision located at 800 S. Main St. The board will also vote on excusing three members' absences from prior meetings and approve minutes from September.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z approves sewer easement plat at 800 S. Main St.

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board approved the preliminary and final plat for Lot 1 Block 1 of Smith Acres Addition at 800 S. Main St., which records utility easements for city sewer lines. The board also approved minutes from September 9, 2024, and excused absences for three members from prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Council

Council to discuss TxDOT settlement for IH20 expansion project

The Lindale City Council will meet to discuss a property settlement offer from the Texas Department of Transportation for the IH20 expansion. The body will also consider appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board and legal service agreements.

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Sat Sep 21, 2024

City Council

Mayor Gavin Rasco to deliver State of the City Address

The Lindale City Council will gather for Mayor Gavin Rasco’s State of the City Address. The agenda states that no official action items will be considered or taken during this meeting.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on 2024-2025 budget and property tax rate of .37512

The council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2024-2025 budget and a property tax rate of .37512 per $100 valuation, then consider adopting the budget and ratifying the tax increase. They will also vote on a zoning change at 501 N. Main St from MU-1 to MU-3, approve the final plat of Woodcrest Subdivision, and discuss a TxDOT property settlement in executive session.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts FY 2024-25 budget and raises property tax rate 7.7%

The council unanimously adopted the 2024-2025 budget and ratified a property tax rate of .37512 per $100 valuation, a 7.7% increase. It also denied a rezoning request, approved a subdivision plat, and awarded a sewer improvement contract. Several other routine items were approved, and an executive session item was tabled.

Mon Sep 9, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Public hearing on rezoning request for 501 N. Main St.

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning change for a property at 501 N. Main St. The proposal is to change the zoning from ‘MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed-Use District’ to ‘MU-3 Downtown Mixed-Use District’.

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Mon Sep 9, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Board considers zoning change for 501 N. Main St. and Woodcrest final plat

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning amendment for a property on N. Main St. The board will also consider a final plat for a 24-lot development and a change to the commission's meeting start time.

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✓ Decided: Lindale P&Z denies downtown rezoning, approves 24-lot plat

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board denied a request to rezone 501 N. Main St. from MU-1 to MU-3 due to downtown parking concerns and the commission's understanding that the MU-3 district should not be expanded. The board approved the final plat for Woodcrest, a 24-lot subdivision at 12752 FM-16 W. No action was taken on changing the meeting time.

Tue Sep 3, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to review economic development budget and police equipment

The City Council will consider several contracts for field use and police equipment. The body will also review the 2024-2025 Economic Development Budget and the city's Investment Policy.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Axon body and car camera contracts totaling $263,511

The Lindale City Council approved multiple contracts and appointments, including a 5-year Axon Enterprise contract for body and car cameras at a total cost of $263,511. They also approved the baseball and soccer field use contracts, named the Tyler Morning Newspaper as the official city newspaper, and reappointed Judge James Cowart. Several items were tabled or received no action, including a request from Lindale ISD for a 25% permit fee discount.

Thu Aug 29, 2024

Parks and Recreation Board

Parks Board to discuss Master Plan and park updates

The Lindale Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on multiple parks, including Faulkner, Darden, and Pool Park. Key discussion items include a Master Plan review, maintenance issues such as downed trees and sprinkler repairs, and potential improvements like inclusive playground equipment and shade over the splash pad. The board will also cover contracts for baseball and soccer, tournament scheduling, and the Movie in the Park event.

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Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on 4.8% utility rate increase and multiple subdivision plats

The Lindale City Council will consider a 4.8% increase in solid waste, water, and sewer rates tied to the consumer price index, and vote on final plats for three subdivisions adding over 100 lots. Other items include contracts for sanitary sewer improvements, a baseball/ soccer adult league, a pay scale resolution, and a presentation on the upcoming State of the City Address.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

City Council

Council to set proposed tax rate, public hearing dates, and consider $22,400 sewer repair

The Lindale City Council will discuss and possibly vote on setting a proposed tax rate for 2024-2025 based on the new No-New Revenue and Voter Approved Tax Rates, and will set dates for public hearings on the tax rate and budget. Additionally, they will consider approving $22,400 for repairing the grit removal system at the North Side Sewer Plant. Public comments are allowed on agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Council amends tax rate to .37512, sets Sept. 17 hearing

The council unanimously amended the proposed tax rate to .37512 after receiving updated figures from the Smith County Tax Office, and set a public hearing for September 17, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. to consider the tax rate and the 2024-2025 budget. They also unanimously approved $22,400 to WVA Services for repairing the grit removal system at the North Side Sewer Plant.

Mon Aug 12, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Public hearing on proposed rezoning of 501 N. Main St.

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 12, 2024, to receive comments on a proposed zoning change at 501 N. Main St. from MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed-Use District to MU-3 Downtown Mixed-Use District. Additional hearings are scheduled for September 9 (P&Z) and September 17 (City Council). No decision will be made at this meeting; it is a comment-gathering session.

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Mon Aug 12, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Zoning change for 501 N. Main St. and eight subdivision plats up for vote

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to change 501 N. Main St. from MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed-Use to MU-3 Downtown Mixed-Use. The board will also discuss and vote on final plats for The Reserve at Timber Creek Units 2 and 3, Prairie Creek Estates, Akin Addition, and Danny Boaz Addition, as well as preliminary plats for Derby Meadows (183 lots) and Woodcrest (24 lots). The meeting includes citizen talk time and approval of prior minutes.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

Parks and Recreation Board

Discussion on parks master plan phases, funding, and court resurfacing

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss the parks master plan, including plan phases and related funding, an outline for a new park, and a contractor quote for resurfacing four tennis/pickleball courts. This is a discussion-only session with no voting items.

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Tue Aug 6, 2024

City Council

Council to discuss proposed tax rate and budget for 2024-2025

The City Council will hold a budget workshop and consider approving a proposed tax rate and budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. They will also debate adding a dispatch position to the police department and approving the Smith County 911 budget. Several facility upgrades, including central air at Mutt Nation and electrical improvements at Pickers Pavilion, are up for action.

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Tue Jul 16, 2024

City Council

Council to discuss supporting affordable housing development for seniors and families outside city limits

The Lindale City Council will consider a wide range of items including a letter of support for an affordable housing development outside city limits, a loan to Tax Increment Finance Zone 3, and multiple infrastructure and park improvements. Other discussions include employee insurance, a new door access system at City Hall, and audio/video recording of meetings. A budget workshop for fiscal year 2024-2025 is also scheduled.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to consider several property annexations and park improvements

The Lindale City Council will consider ordinances to annex three properties into city limits, including locations on CR 472 and FM 849. The council will also discuss insurance provider options and potential infrastructure updates for city parks and parking lots.

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Mon Jun 10, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Approval of the Newport Trails Phase 1 final plat creating 26 lots

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider approving the final plat for Newport Trails Phase 1. The meeting also includes discussions regarding East Lindale Crossing, the annexation of Derby Meadows, and a zoning ordinance text amendment.

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Tue Jun 4, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to consider several annexation requests and infrastructure projects

The council will discuss voluntary annexation requests for properties on CR 472, CR 411, and FM 849. The agenda also includes updates on East Centennial Blvd construction and potential water capital expenditures.

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Tue May 21, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council reviews land plat approvals and a Centennial Blvd contract.

The Lindale City Council will discuss and possibly act on four land plat approvals that would subdivide properties along Van Street, CR 472, CR 4117, and CR 474. The council will also review a memorandum of understanding with Smith County for Centennial Boulevard construction, approve an emergency expenditure to replace a siren at Pool Park, and vote on filling two open council seats. These items affect local property development, road infrastructure, and city leadership.

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Tue May 14, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to approve May 4, 2024, General Election results

The City Council will review and approve the results of the May 4, 2024, General Election for Mayor and Council Place 2. The agenda also includes a period for citizen talk time.

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Mon May 13, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

P&Z to vote on Newport Trails Phase 1 preliminary plat, 26 lots on CR 463

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will consider several plats and a zoning text amendment. Items include approving the preliminary plat for Newport Trails Phase 1 (26 lots on CR 463), a replat of Wood Crystal Springs Subdivision (creating three lots at 16122 CR 472), a final plat for Galt Addition (15330 CR 4117), a revised final plat for The Reserve at Timber Creek Unit 1 (42 lots on CR 474), and a re-plat of Lots 5-A and 6-A in Block 9 (200 W. Van St.). The board will also discuss a zoning ordinance text amendment (Article I, Part 10, Section 1-93).

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to consider city audit and budget amendments

The Lindale City Council will meet to discuss several administrative and financial matters. Proposed actions include approving a firm for the 2023-2024 city audit and reviewing budget amendments. The council will also consider ADA policy resolutions and equipment purchases.

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Tue Apr 30, 2024

Tax Increment Financing Board

TIRZ board to vote on economic development agreement with Lindale Partners

The Lindale Reinvestment Zone #2 board is meeting to consider approving an Economic Development Agreement involving the City, the Economic Development Corporation, and Lindale Partners, LLC. They will also vote on approving minutes from a May 2022 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

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Mon Apr 29, 2024

Board of Adjustments

Board to decide three special-use requests, including child care and housing

The Lindale Board of Adjustments will hold a called meeting to deliberate and decide on three special-use permit requests. These include a child care service in a MU-1 district, a multi-family development in an R-IC district, and a two-family development in an R-1C district. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and hear citizen comments.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Council

Council to consider zoning change for 309 E. South St

The Lindale City Council will discuss several land use requests, including a zoning change and a subdivision vacation. The body will also consider renaming a street and finalizing a sidewalk project. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal matters and economic development negotiations.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Lindale P&Z to consider re-plat, subdivision vacation, and 28-lot preliminary plat

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on three development items: a re-plat of Lot 10-B in Magnolia Estates, a request to vacate the Eagle Heights Unit 1 subdivision, and a preliminary plat for Newport Trails Phase 1 creating 28 lots. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes from the March 11th meeting.

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Tue Apr 2, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council considers rezoning 309 E. South St. from residential to mixed use

The Lindale City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a public hearing to rezone property at 309 E. South St. from single-family residential to mixed use. The council will also review a camera upgrade for the Water Department costing $6,344, an ordinance restricting vape and tobacco shops near schools and parks, and a proposal to rename Avenue G. These items would affect local land use patterns, public safety infrastructure, business regulations, and street naming conventions.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024

City Council

Council considers Wood Springs Unit 1 plat and Centennial Blvd. construction fencing

The Lindale City Council will consider a land plat for Wood Springs Unit 1 and temporary fencing for livestock during Centennial Blvd. construction. The agenda also includes discussions regarding billboard contract renewals and using a local parking lot for a car show.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Public hearings set for rezoning 309 E. South St. to mixed use

The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings to receive comments on a proposed zoning change for a property at 309 E. South St. The change would rezone the property from R-1C Single Family Residential Standard District to MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District. The hearings are scheduled for February 12, March 11, and April 2, 2024, all at 105 Ballard Dr.

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Mon Mar 11, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Zoning change for 309 E. South St. heads to second public hearing

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a second public hearing and consider approving a zoning change for 309 E. South St. from R-1C Single Family Residential to MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use. The board will also review a preliminary and final plat for Wood Springs Unit 1 at 14589 CR 472 and discuss a land plan at 14012 CR 472. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to consider amended polling locations for May 4 General Election

The Lindale City Council will meet to discuss the May 4, 2024 General Election and updated polling locations. The council will also consider the Faulkner Park Master Plan and temporary fencing at 14475 CR 431 for Centennial Blvd. construction. Additionally, the council may review a Hwy 16 utility project.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to discuss East Centennial Blvd extension and utility bids

The Lindale City Council will consider several infrastructure and development items, including the extension of East Centennial Blvd. The agenda also includes reviews of subdivision plats and city maintenance projects.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Public hearing for rezoning 309 E. South St. from residential to mixed use

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed zoning change. The request seeks to change the property at 309 E. South St. from R-1C Single Family Residential Standard District to MU-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Lindale P&Z to weigh mixed-use rezoning, two plats, street name change

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board meets to hold a public hearing on a zoning change and to discuss or act on two subdivision plats, a street name change, a meeting reschedule, a land plan, and a zoning ordinance text amendment. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes.

Tue Feb 6, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council discusses municipal election and infrastructure repairs

The City Council will discuss calling the May 4, 2024, municipal election for Mayor and Council Place 2. Other items include potential sidewalk additions, sewer plant repairs, and utility rate resolutions.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024

City Council

Lindale City Council to discuss audits, repairs, and subdivision plats

The City Council will consider several items including the FY 2022-2023 city audit and repairs for Old Mill Pond Museum. The agenda also includes multiple subdivision plat approvals and capital expenditures for police vehicles.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

City Council

Council to discuss rezoning Eagii Meadows Phase 5

The City Council will discuss and possibly act on rezonings, appointments, capital expenditures for police vehicles, sidewalk improvements, and approving meeting minutes.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

Lindale P&Z to vote on 3 subdivision plats, including Eagle Meadows Phase 6

The Lindale Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly approve three subdivision plats: a final plat for Eagle Meadows Phase 6 with a re-subdivision, a re-subdivision of a lot on S. Main St., and a re-plat in Magnolia Estates. The board will also approve minutes from its December 11, 2023 meeting. All items are scheduled business and may be taken in any order.

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