Bartonville, Texas
Upcoming
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING
The Bartonville Community Development Corporation will discuss and consider awarding a contract for Entrance Beautification, Drainage, and Erosion Control Improvements based on received quotes. They will also consider signage for town entrances, hosting a small business event, and the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
- Consider quotes and award project for Entrance Beautification, Drainage, and Erosion Control Improvements
- Discuss and consider signage for town entrances/exits
- Discuss and consider hosting a small business event
- Receive update on Christmas Lighting at FM 407 and McMakin (Old Town)
- Discuss and consider proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Recent meetings
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
The council will hold a public hearing on a proposed conditional use permit and site plan for a 2.05-acre commercial lot at FM 407 and Blanco Drive. They will also consider a new ordinance regulating helicopter operations within town limits and discuss priorities for the FY2026-2027 budget. Consent items include participation in an ICE task force program and approval of minutes and board nominations.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit CUP-2026-002 and Site Plan SP-2026-001 at 1941 E. Jeter Road (Block 2C, Lot 1R, Carlisle Addition); Planning & Zoning recommended approval 5-0
- Ordinance amending Chapter 8 to add regulations on helicopter and passenger-carrying aircraft operations (Agenda Item H.2)
- Consent agenda: Resolution voting Jim Carter to Denco Area 9-1-1 District Board
- Consent agenda: Approval of Town participation in ICE Task Force Model program
- Discussion of Town Council priorities for FY2026-2027 budget and amendment of Town Hall hours
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING
The Bartonville Community Development Corporation will consider approving April meeting minutes, discuss a Request for Proposals for entrance beautification, drainage, and erosion control, and consider watering options for the Old Town Area. The board will also review the May 2026 financial report and discuss the meeting schedule.
- Discuss and complete RFP for proposed Town entrance beautification, drainage, and erosion control improvements
- Discuss and consider options for Old Town Area watering
- Review financial report ending May 2026
- Consider approval of April 8, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discuss and consider Board meeting schedule
SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE MEETING
The Special Events Committee will discuss and consider approval of the May 6, 2026 meeting minutes, recap the 2026 Spirit Day Celebration, and begin planning for the 2027 event. They will also discuss additional flag-location setups and review the remaining FY 2025-2026 budget while starting FY 2026-2027 planning.
- Discuss and consider approval of May 6, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Recap discussion of the 2026 Spirit Day Celebration
- Discussion regarding planning of the 2027 Spirit Day Celebration
- Discuss and consider additional location(s) to set up flags
- Discuss fiscal year 2025-2026 remaining budget, begin planning for FY 2026-2027
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action on a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for a 2.0549-acre property at the northeast corner of FM 407 and Blanco Drive, zoned General Commercial – Planned Development. The meeting also includes approval of April 1, 2026 minutes and other procedural items.
- Public hearing and action on Conditional Use Permit (CUP-2026-002) and Site Plan (SP-2026-001) for Block 2C, Lot 1R, Carlisle Addition, Phase C
- Property located at northeastern corner of FM 407 and Blanco Drive, approximately 2.0549 acres
- Property zoned General Commercial – Planned Development (GC-PD)
- Approval of April 1, 2026 meeting minutes
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
This agenda is a notice that a quorum of several town boards may attend the Spirit Day Celebration on May 16, 2026. It explicitly states this is not an official meeting and no town business will be considered. The notification satisfies posting requirements but contains no decisions, proposals, or discussions.
- Spirit Day Celebration at Town Hall, 1941 E Jeter Road, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
This is a notice that a quorum of the Special Events Committee may be present during Spirit Day Celebration setup and cleanup on May 16, 2026. It is not an official meeting and no town business will be considered. The notice was posted on May 11, 2026.
- Spirit Day Celebration setup (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) and cleanup (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) on May 16, 2026 at Town Hall, 1941 E Jeter Road
TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
The Bartonville Town Council will hold a special meeting on May 12, 2026, to consider several administrative items, including approval of an ordinance amending board removal procedures and a resolution appointing municipal court officials. The council will also review the FY2023-2024 and FY2024-2025 audits and discuss the FY2026-2027 budget calendar. A closed session is scheduled to deliberate on the appointment of a Mayor Pro Tem.
- Consider ordinance amending removal procedures for board, commission, and committee members
- Consider resolution appointing Municipal Court Judge, Alternate Judges, Court Clerk, and Deputy Clerks
- Ratify Planning Services Agreement with Ad Terram Consulting, LLC for on-call planning services through September 30, 2026
- Presentation and discussion of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and Fiscal Year 2024-2025 audits
- Discuss and consider FY2026-2027 Budget Calendar
The Bartonville Town Council held a special meeting on May 12, 2026. Council approved consent agenda items, including an ordinance changing board/commission removal procedures, accepted two fiscal year audits, agreed to move a July council meeting date, and appointed Council Member Arens as Mayor Pro Tem. All votes were unanimous 5-0.
- Approved consent agenda items 1-4 including ordinance on board removal procedures (5-0)
- Accepted FY2023-2024 audit report (5-0)
- Accepted FY2024-2025 audit report (5-0)
- Moved July 21, 2026 council meeting to July 14, 2026 (consensus)
- Appointed Council Member Arens as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE MEETING
The Bartonville Special Events Committee will discuss and consider approval of prior meeting minutes, plan the Spirit Day Celebration, review storage of items, and discuss the remaining budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 while beginning planning for fiscal year 2026-2027. No votes on ordinances or contracts are expected.
- Discuss and consider approval of April 22, 2026 regular meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding the Spirit Day Celebration
- Discuss retention of items in storage facility
- Discuss fiscal year 2025-2026 remaining budget and begin planning for fiscal year 2026-2027
The Committee approved the minutes from the April 22, 2026, meeting. Members discussed costs for the Spirit Day Celebration and reached a consensus to remove unused items from the storage facility. Planning for the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget is ongoing.
- Approved April 22, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Agreed to remove old items from storage and only keep usable event items
SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE MEETING
The Special Events Committee will hold a routine meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss the upcoming Spirit Day Celebration, consider purchasing new flags, and schedule the next meeting. No public hearings or major financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Approve April 7, 2026 regular meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding the Spirit Day Celebration
- Discuss and consider purchasing new flags
- Schedule next meeting
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
The Town Council will hold public hearings and consider a rezoning request for two tracts at 590 and 630 E Jeter Road from Agricultural District to Residential Estates 5, a conditional use permit for an equestrian center at 987 Gibbons Road, a flag lot waiver for a 105.82-acre tract at 1047 W Jeter Road, and a final plat for High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2. The consent agenda includes adoption of a new fee schedule effective May 1, 2026, approval of minutes, a town administrator contract, and a legal services engagement letter. The Council will also receive reports on emergency services, police statistics, and monthly administrative reports.
- Rezone 7 acres at 590 and 630 E Jeter Road from AG to RE-5 (Case ZON-2026-001)
- Conditional use permit for equestrian center on 16.32 acres at 987 Gibbons Road (Case ZON-2026-002)
- Flag lot waiver for 105.82 acres at 1047 W Jeter Road (Case DOW-2026-001)
- Final plat for 76.052-acre High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2
- Adopt new fee schedule (Appendix A) effective May 1, 2026
The Town Council approved a 76-acre final plat for High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2 (3-0), rezoned 7 acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates 5 (3-0), and granted a conditional use permit for an equestrian center with a manure-spreading condition (4-0). The consent agenda, including a new fee schedule effective May 1, 2026, was also approved (4-0).
- Approved consent agenda items: March 17 minutes, Town Administrator contract, attorney engagement letter, and new fee schedule (4-0)
- Approved final plat for High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2, 76 acres, with condition to provide Finished Floor Elevations on plat (3-0)
- Approved rezoning of 590 and 630 E Jeter Road from AG to RE-5 (3-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for equestrian center at 989 Gibbons Road, with condition to spread manure equally over open space (4-0)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING
The Community Development Corporation will discuss potential economic development projects and landscaping RFPs. The board will also evaluate options for vacancies at Bartonville Town Center and Lantana Town Center.
- Potential economic development projects and landscaping RFPs
- Christmas lighting at FM 407 and McMakin (Old Town)
- Vacancies at Bartonville Town Center and Lantana Town Center
- Proposed schedule for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
- Financial Report ending March 2026
SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE MEETING
The Special Events Committee will discuss and consider approval of the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes, discuss the Spirit Day Celebration, and schedule the next meeting. The meeting includes public participation opportunity.
- Discussion regarding the Spirit Day Celebration
- Approval of March 25, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Schedule next meeting
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning from Agricultural to RE-5, a conditional use permit for an equestrian center, and a waiver to create a flag lot. They will also discuss a final plat for High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2 in the ETJ and approve meeting minutes from December 3, 2025.
- Rezone two tracts (7 acres) at 590 and 630 E Jeter Road from AG to RE-5 [ZON-2026-001]
- Conditional Use Permit for equestrian center on 16.32 acres at 987 Gibbons Road [ZON-2026-002]
- Waiver from subdivision design standards for flag lot on 105.82 acres at 1047 W. Jeter Road [DOW-2026-001]
- Final plat for High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2 (76.052 acres) in ETJ [FP-2026-001]
- Approval of December 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an equestrian center at 987 Gibbons Road, despite two public opposition letters. The commission also recommended approval of a final plat for High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2, a rezoning of two tracts from AG to RE-5 at 590 and 630 E Jeter Road, and a flag lot waiver for a 105.82-acre tract at 1047 W Jeter Road. All votes were 5-0.
- Recommended approval of Final Plat for High Plains at Furst Ranch Phase 2 (76.052 acres) with condition that Finished Floor Elevations be on plat (5-0)
- Recommended rezoning of two tracts at 590 and 630 E Jeter Road from Agricultural District to Residential Estates 5 (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for equestrian center at 987 Gibbons Road with condition that manure be spread equally over open space (5-0)
- Recommended approval of flag lot waiver for irregularly shaped 105.82-acre tract at 1047 W Jeter Road (5-0)
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING
The Bartonville Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider two variance requests. The first seeks a variance to minimum lot width for a proposed lot at 1101 & 1047 West Jeter Road. The second seeks variances to minimum lot size and building setbacks for a property at 987 & 989 Gibbons Road.
- Public hearing for variance to minimum lot width in Agricultural District for Lot 3R at 1101 & 1047 West Jeter Road (Case VAR-2026-001)
- Public hearing for variances to minimum lot size, livestock building setback, and accessory building setback for portion of Lot 2 at 987 & 989 Gibbons Road (Case VAR-2026-002)
SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE MEETING
The Special Events Committee is holding a regular meeting with two action items: approving the minutes from December 1, 2025, and discussing the upcoming Spirit Day Celebration. The meeting also includes public participation and scheduling the next meeting. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or spending are on the agenda.
- Approval of December 1, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding Spirit Day Celebration
- Scheduling of next committee meeting
The committee approved the minutes from the December 1, 2025, regular meeting unanimously. They reviewed task assignments and discussed food options for the upcoming Spirit Day Celebration. The next meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2026. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved December 1, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously
- Discussed Spirit Day Celebration task list and food options (no vote taken)
- Scheduled next meeting for April 7, 2026
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
The Bartonville Town Council will discuss and consider awarding a $1,000,145.36 contract for the E Jeter Road Phase 3 Reconstruction Project to Cook's Rock Solid, Inc. They will also hold public hearings on adopting a new fee schedule and a purchasing policy. Consent agenda items include canceling the May 2, 2026 general election due to unopposed candidates and amending the budget for the Crime Control and Prevention District. The meeting will open with the swearing-in of new Police Chief Jeff Ashabranner.
- Award contract for E Jeter Road Phase 3 Reconstruction not to exceed $1,000,145.36
- Adopt new Fee Schedule effective April 1, 2026, repealing Appendix A
- Adopt new Purchasing Policy with $5,000 capitalization threshold
- Cancel May 2, 2026 General Election due to unopposed candidates
- Swear in new Police Chief Jeff Ashabranner
CRIME CONTROL AND PREVENTION DISTRICT MEETING
The Bartonville Crime Control and Prevention District Board will meet to discuss and consider a budget amendment for a vehicle not to exceed $40,000, introduce new Chief of Police Jeff Ashabranner, and appoint a Secretary. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes. These are the main action items on the agenda.
- Budget amendment for a vehicle up to $40,000 for FY 2025-2026
- Introduction of new Chief of Police Jeff Ashabranner
- Appointment of Secretary
- Approval of October 28, 2025 meeting minutes
The Bartonville Crime Control and Prevention District board met and unanimously approved a budget amendment for a vehicle not to exceed $40,000 for fiscal year 2025-2026. The board also appointed Town Secretary Shannon Montgomery as CCPD Secretary and approved the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Approved budget amendment for a vehicle not to exceed $40,000 (unanimous)
- Appointed Town Secretary Shannon Montgomery as CCPD Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved October 28, 2025 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
The Town Council will hold a special meeting with a closed executive session to interview candidates for the Chief of Police position. After the closed session, the council may reconvene in open meeting to take action on the interviews. No other business is on the agenda.
- Closed session under Texas Govt Code 551.074 to interview candidates for Chief of Police
- Possible open-meeting action on the police chief appointment
The Town Council approved the appointment of Jeff Ashabranner to the position of Chief of Police. The appointment is subject to a successful background check and acceptance of an offer letter.
- Approved Jeff Ashabranner as Town of Bartonville Chief of Police (5-0)
TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
The Bartonville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to increase solid waste collection rates by 2.06% as allowed under the franchise agreement with Frontier Texas Ventures I, LLC. The council will also accept the 2025 Racial Profiling Report and review January 2026 departmental statistics and financial reports. A consent agenda includes approval of the January 20, 2026 regular meeting minutes.
- Public hearing and vote on ordinance amending solid waste rates with a 2.06% CPI increase for residential and commercial services, effective March 1, 2026
- Acceptance of the 2025 Racial Profiling Report
- Review of January 2026 Police Department statistics and activities
- Review of January 2026 financial, animal control, code enforcement, engineering, court, permits, and board attendance reports
- Closed session to consult with attorney and discuss personnel matters regarding the Town Administrator/Chief of Police
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING
The Bartonville Community Development Corporation will consider approving minutes from December 2025, discuss potential economic development projects, and review a financial report ending December 2025. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of December 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes
- Discussion of potential economic development projects
- Review of financial report ending December 2025
CANCELLED - CRIME CONTROL AND PREVENTION DISTRICT MEETING
This meeting of the Bartonville Crime Control and Prevention District Board has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
The Town Council will discuss and consider an ordinance ordering a joint general election on May 2, 2026, for mayor and council places 2 and 4, and approving a joint election services agreement with Denton County. They will also receive reports from the police department, administration (including financial and quarterly investment report), and Denton County ESD #1, and consider approval of the December 16, 2025, regular meeting minutes on the consent agenda.
- Ordinance ordering a Joint General Election on May 2, 2026, for mayor and council places 2 and 4 (two-year terms)
- Joint election services agreement with Denton County
- Police Department December 2025 statistics/activities report
- Administration December 2025 reports: financial, quarterly investment, animal control, code enforcement, engineering, municipal court, permits, board attendance
- Denton County Emergency Services District #1 report
The Town Council unanimously approved an ordinance ordering a joint general election on May 2, 2026, to elect one mayor and two council members (places 2 and 4). The consent agenda, including December meeting minutes, was also approved 4-0. Council heard public comments regarding potential sewer line connection for Old Town businesses but took no action on that topic.
- Approved ordinance ordering May 2, 2026 joint general election for mayor and council places 2 & 4 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including December 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)