fairoaksranch-tx public meetings in 2022
31 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, including extending the retention period for meeting recordings and reappointing a board member. They will also consider declaring city property surplus and accepting a private donation to the police department. The agenda includes workshops on strategic communications, a transportation town hall, and the city manager's evaluation, followed by an executive session on legal and real estate matters.
- Ordinance to extend retention of audiovisual recordings from 90 days to 6 years (second reading)
- Resolution to reappoint Bud Paulson to Kendall Appraisal District Board
- Declaring excess city property surplus and authorizing disposal
- Approving a private donation to the Police Department
- Executive session on ground water rights, Boerne Ranch Estates, and Case No. 22-090-451
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - CANCELED
This Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was canceled. The agenda had included a rezoning request for approximately 17 acres from Residential Three (R3) to Mixed Use Village (MU), located near Old Fredericksburg Road and I-10 Frontage Road, plus an update on the Unified Development Code.
- Rezoning request by Bright Lakes Real Estate for property owner Esther Hicks: ~17 acres from R3 to MU, near Old Fredericksburg Road and I-10 Frontage Road
- Update on the City of Fair Oaks Ranch Unified Development Code
- Approval of October 13, 2022 joint public hearing minutes
- Approval of October 13, 2022 regular meeting minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council is holding a regular meeting with a workshop on a wastewater treatment plant site feasibility study, updates on the new School Resource Officer program and a sales tax compliance review, and several consent agenda items including a replat. The council will also convene in executive session to discuss legal matters, including groundwater rights and a lawsuit, and potential real property purchases for water/wastewater and FM 3351 improvements.
- Replat of Lot 242, 243, and NE IRR 142.64' of Lot 267, Fair Oaks Ranch Bexar County Unit C, to create one 1.091-acre lot near Dietz Elkhorn Road and FM 3351
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Feasibility Study workshop
- Update on Sales Tax Compliance Review by Avenu Insights & Analytics
- Executive session on groundwater rights legal advice and Case No. 22-090-451 (Caldarola vs. City)
- Executive session on real property for water/wastewater improvements and TxDOT FM 3351 improvements
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will receive a presentation on the Boerne ISD's contribution to the Chartwell Re-Alignment Project, discuss an update on the Civic Center Project, and hold a workshop to frame the Q1 Town Hall. The agenda also includes consent approval of prior meeting minutes and several executive session items on legal and real property matters.
- Presentation of BISD contribution for Chartwell Re-Alignment Project
- Update on Civic Center Project
- Executive session on ground water rights legal advice
- Executive session on litigation Case No. 22-090-451 (Caldarola vs. City)
- Executive session on real property for water/wastewater improvements and TxDOT FM 3351
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting JPH
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint public hearing to receive testimony on a replat request for Lots 242, 243, and a portion of Lot 267 in Fair Oaks Ranch Bexar County Unit C, to create a single 1.091-acre lot near Dietz Elkhorn Road and FM 3351. The hearing includes presentations by staff and the applicant, followed by public comment and discussion, but no formal action is scheduled.
- Replat request for Lots 242, 243, and NE IRR 142.64' of Lot 267 to create one 1.091-acre lot
- Location: north-west of Dietz Elkhorn Road and FM 3351, Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas
- Joint public hearing with City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission
- Public testimony limited to five minutes per speaker
- No formal action to be taken; hearing only
Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBOA) Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance application for a property at 28313 Leslie Pfeiffer Drive. The board will also vote on appointing a chairperson and vice-chairperson, and discuss changing the standing meeting dates. The agenda includes routine consent items and a citizens forum.
- Public hearing and possible action on Variance Application No. ZBOA 2022-10-12 for 28313 Leslie Pfeiffer Drive
- Consideration and possible action appointing a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Consideration and possible action regarding changing the standing ZBOA meeting dates
- Approval of July 27, 2022 Special meeting minutes
Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC) Meeting
The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC) will review semiannual reports, updates on capital improvement projects, and land use assumptions. They will also consider amendments to their rules of procedure and make recommendations to City Council. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public comment.
- Approval of March 9, 2022 meeting minutes
- Semiannual Report from March 2022
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Solids Handling Improvements update
- Water and Wastewater CIP summaries with maps
- Consideration of amendments to CIAC Rules of Procedure
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will consider several items, including final approval of speed limit and stop sign ordinances for two subdivisions, a first reading of an amendment to the Republic Services garbage collection franchise agreement, and a resolution for a TxDOT highway safety project. They will also discuss cost of living adjustments, the FY 2022-23 budget, and enter closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.
- Second reading of ordinance adding 25 mph speed limits and stop signs in Front Gate Subdivision
- Second reading of ordinance adding 25 mph speed limits and stop signs in Elkhorn Ridge Subdivision
- First reading of ordinance amending exclusive franchise agreement with Republic Services for residential garbage collection
- Resolution authorizing Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for Highway Safety Improvement Program project
- Interlocal Agreement with City of Boerne for Animal Services FY 2022-2023
City Council Special Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct interviews, in executive session, of applicants for vacancies on various boards, commissions, and committees. The meeting includes a citizens forum and a roll call, but no other substantive action is listed. After the closed session, the council may discuss and possibly take action on items discussed in executive session.
- Interviews for board, commission, and committee vacancies (executive session)
- Citizens forum for public comments (5-minute limit)
- Possible action on executive session items
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will consider setting the proposed maximum FY 2022-23 property tax rate and schedule public hearings for the budget and tax rate vote. They will also discuss the FY 2022-23 budget and consider first readings of ordinances to add 25 mph speed limits and stop signs in two subdivisions. The agenda includes several executive session items, including legal advice on groundwater rights and pending litigation.
- Resolution setting proposed max FY 2022-23 ad valorem tax rate; budget hearing Sept 15, adoption Sept 22
- First reading: ordinance adding 25 mph speed limits and stop signs in Front Gate Subdivision
- First reading: ordinance adding 25 mph speed limits and stop signs in Elkhorn Ridge Subdivision
- Discussion of stop sign alternatives for Chartwell Intersection
- Executive session: legal advice on groundwater rights, litigation (Boerne Ranch Estates, Caldarola), real property for water/wastewater improvements, City Manager evaluation
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations on roadway safety improvements and the FY 2022-23 utility fund budget. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes. The council will also convene into executive session to discuss legal matters, including groundwater rights, pending litigation, and potential real property for water/wastewater improvements.
- Presentation on roadway safety improvements by Public Works and Legacy Engineering Group
- FY 2022-23 Utility Fund Budget Overview
- Executive session on groundwater rights legal advice
- Executive session on litigation: Boerne Ranch Estates, LLC v. City of Fair Oaks Ranch
- Executive session on real property for water/wastewater improvements
City Council Workshop - Strategic Action Plan
The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the FY 2023-2027 Strategic Action Plan, presented by the City Manager and Assistant City Manager. This is a discussion item only; no formal action is expected. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, pledge, and public comments.
- Discussion of FY 2023-2027 Strategic Action Plan
- Citizens to be heard (public comment period)
Municipal Development District Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Municipal Development District Board will meet to consider several action items, including amending the investment policy to allow longer-term iSeries bonds, adopting a policy for small grant proposals, and approving the FY 2022-23 budget. They will also hear a presentation on litigation regarding sales tax rules and receive a financial update.
- Consideration of FY 2022-23 MDD Budget
- Amend MDD Investment Policy to allow iSeries bonds maturing >13 months
- Proposed policy for small-scope/small-dollar grant proposals
- Proposed objectives for a marketing program
- Presentation on litigation re: Rule 3.334, Local Sales and Use Tax
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will consider a cost-of-living adjustment for employees, receive a presentation on a water/wastewater/reuse rate study, and review the FY 2022-23 General Fund budget. The agenda also includes routine consent items and several executive session items, including legal advice on groundwater rights and pending litigation.
- Consideration of Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) due to market trends and inflation
- Water/Wastewater/Reuse Rate Study presentation
- FY 2022-23 General Fund Budget Overview
- Executive session on groundwater rights legal advice and litigation (Boerne Ranch Estates, LLC v. City; Caldarola v. City)
- Closed session to deliberate real property for water/wastewater improvements
Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBOA) Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance application for a property at 29105 Noll Road. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss upcoming meeting dates.
- Public hearing on Variance Application No. ZBOA 2022-06-22 for 29105 Noll Road
- Consideration and possible action on the variance application
- Approval of March 14, 2022 Special ZBOA meeting minutes
- Discussion of upcoming ZBOA meeting dates
Planning and Zoning Commission Special Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to the City's Unified Development Code. The agenda includes a citizens forum and a single discussion item led by city staff and a consultant. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for review and discussion only.
- Review and discussion of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
- Presentation by Katherine Schweitzer, P.E., and Lata Krishnarao, AICP, LEED ND
- Citizens forum with 5-minute speaking limit per person
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council is holding a regular meeting with presentations on street maintenance and highway safety, plus proclamations for Public Works Week and Police Week. The council will vote on a budget amendment for the Chartwell and Dietz Elkhorn intersection project and consider first readings of ordinances to amend homestead exemptions and adopt a tax freeze for qualifying disabled or elderly homeowners. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal advice on litigation and water rights, real property discussions, and a city manager evaluation.
- Second reading of ordinance adopting FY 2021-22 budget amendment for Chartwell and Dietz Elkhorn Intersection Project
- First reading of ordinance amending ad valorem exemptions on residence homesteads
- First reading of ordinance adopting tax freeze for qualifying disabled homesteads and individuals over 65
- Presentation on Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) opportunities
- Executive session on litigation (Boerne Ranch Estates, LLC v. City; Caldarola v. City) and water rights
Planning and Zoning Commission Special Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to the City of Fair Oaks Ranch Unified Development Code. The meeting includes a citizens forum for public comments, but no final action is scheduled on the amendments.
- Review and discussion of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
- Presentation by Katherine Schweitzer, P.E., Manager of Engineering Services
- Presentation by Lata Krishnarao, AICP, LEED ND, Consultant, Gunda Corporation
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and one discussion item. The main action is a recommendation on a final plat for Elkhorn Ridge Unit 7, proposing 18 single-family residential lots. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.
- Final plat request from Elkhorn Ridge SA, LLC for Elkhorn Ridge Unit 7, 18 single-family lots, near Dietz Elkhorn Road and Elkhorn Ridge
- Approval of March 10, 2022 meeting minutes
- Citizens to be heard (public comment, 5-minute limit)
Municipal Development District Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Municipal Development District Board will meet to consider several action items, including repealing a 2013 resolution and ratifying amendments to its Financial Management Policy, and approving charters for subcommittees on small grants and marketing. They will also receive updates on a sales tax audit and the Q2 FY2022 financial report. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and a public comment period.
- Resolution repealing Resolution 2013-01 and ratifying MDD Financial Management Policy amendments
- Charter for subcommittee to develop small-scope/small-dollar grant policy
- Charter for subcommittee to develop marketing program objectives
- Sales Tax Audit Update
- Q2 FY2022 Financial Update and Investment Report
Planning and Zoning Commission Special Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to the City of Fair Oaks Ranch Unified Development Code. The meeting includes roll call, pledge, and a citizens forum, but the main item is the code amendment discussion. No final action is scheduled; it is a discussion item only.
- Review and discussion of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
- Presentation by Katherine Schweitzer, P.E., Manager of Engineering Services
- Presentation by Lata Krishnarao, AICP, LEED ND, Consultant, Gunda Corporation
- Citizens to be heard (limited to 5 minutes each)
Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBOA) Meeting - CANCELED
The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for March 28, 2022, was canceled because the variance request (ZBOA 2022-01) for 29105 Noll Road was withdrawn. The agenda had included a public hearing on variances for parking access, parking space reduction, street screening, and parking setback.
- Variance request ZBOA 2022-01 withdrawn
- Property at 29105 Noll Road, Fair Oaks Ranch, TX
- Requested reduction in parking spaces from 23 to 10
- Requested removal of 3-foot street screen
- Requested reduction of parking setback from 3' to 0'
Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBOA) Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to handle organizational matters: appointing a chair and vice chair, recommending approval of its Rules of Procedure, and receiving legal and administrative training. No zoning cases or public hearings on specific properties are on the agenda.
- Appointment of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Recommendation to approve Rules of Procedure for the ZBOA
- Legal training led by City Attorney Dan Santee
- Administration workshop led by City Secretary Christina Picioccio
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hear presentations on the Boerne Ranch Estates development and a utility rate study, then consider several action items including a budget amendment for the City Hall renovation, a wastewater treatment plant feasibility study, and a resolution to cancel the May 7, 2022 General Election if candidates are unopposed. The agenda also includes routine consent items, employee recognitions, and an executive session on legal and real property matters.
- Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with Waterman Construction, LLC for City Hall Renovation
- First reading of Ordinance adopting FY 2021-22 Budget Amendments for City Hall Renovation project
- Professional Services Agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant Engineering Feasibility Study
- Resolution declaring unopposed candidates elected and canceling May 7, 2022 General Election
- Law Enforcement & Patrol Agreements with Elkhorn Ridge HOA and SA Front Gate HOA
Planning and Zoning Commission Special Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to the City of Fair Oaks Ranch Unified Development Code. The agenda includes a citizens forum and a roll call, but the main item is the code amendment discussion. No final action is scheduled on the amendments at this meeting.
- Review and discussion of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
- Citizens to be heard (5-minute limit per speaker)
- Roll call and pledge of allegiance
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold a regular meeting with consent agenda items including approval of the 2021 property tax levy and resolutions for the May 7, 2022 election. They will consider accepting the FY 2020-2021 financial audit, allocating General Fund balances, and authorizing professional service agreements for on-call engineering services. The council will also discuss filling vacancies on the Planning & Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment, and will enter executive session for legal, real property, and personnel matters.
- Approval of 2021 Property Tax Levy resolution
- Resolution ordering May 7, 2022 general election for Council Places 3, 4, 5
- Joint Election Agreement with Kendall County for May 7, 2022 election
- Consider accepting FY 2020-2021 financial statement audit
- Authorize City Manager to sign on-call engineering services agreements for CIP projects
City Council Regular Meeting - CANCELED
This City Council regular meeting was canceled due to a winter storm. The agenda included routine consent items, appointments to boards, and reports, but no decisions were made.
- Resolution ordering May 7, 2022 general election for Council Member Places 3, 4, 5
- Resolution authorizing joint election agreement with Kendall County
- Resolution to approve 2021 Property Tax Levy
- Consideration of filling Planning & Zoning Commission Place 5 unexpired term
- Executive session on ground water rights litigation and real property for water/wastewater improvements
Planning and Zoning Commission Special Meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to the City of Fair Oaks Ranch Unified Development Code. The agenda includes a citizens forum and a request for topics needing information or research. No final action is scheduled; the item is for consideration and discussion only.
- Review and discussion of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
- Citizens to be heard (5-minute limit per speaker)
- Request for P&Z commission topic needing information/research
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and possibly recommend approval of a preliminary plat for Elkhorn Ridge Unit 4, a 26-lot single-family subdivision. They will also discuss an extension request and a preliminary plat for Stone Creek Ranch Unit 2C (35 lots), review proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code, and appoint a vice chairperson. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and a public comment period.
- Preliminary plat for Elkhorn Ridge Unit 4: 26 single-family lots near Dietz Elkhorn Road and Elkhorn Ridge
- Extension of time for Stone Creek Ranch Unit 2C preliminary plat (35 lots)
- Preliminary plat for Stone Creek Ranch Unit 2C: 35 single-family lots near Rolling Acres Trail and Ammann Road
- Review of proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code
- Appointment of P&Z Commission Vice Chairperson
Municipal Development District Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch Municipal Development District Board will consider approving the FY 2020-21 audit report, amending its Financial Management Policy, authorizing representatives to TexPool, and creating a fund for Boy Scout Eagle and Girl Scout Gold Award projects. They will also discuss marketing and project opportunities, future sales tax projections, and receive a quarterly financial report.
- Approve MDD Audit Report (FY 2020-21)
- Amend MDD Financial Management Policy
- Resolution authorizing representatives to TexPool investment pool
- Create fund for Boy Scout Eagle and Girl Scout Gold Award projects
- Discussion on MDD marketing and project opportunities
City Council Regular Meeting
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council will hold a regular meeting with several ordinance readings, including a second reading on building regulations and first readings on stormwater pollution prevention, golf cart/off-road vehicle rules, and council rules of procedure. The council will also recognize employee service awards and discuss an emergency response plan for utility systems. The agenda includes a closed executive session on legal matters, including groundwater rights and a lawsuit, and real property for water/wastewater improvements.
- Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 3 'Building Regulations'
- First reading of ordinance adding Article 1.10 'Stormwater Pollution Prevention'
- First reading of ordinance regulating recreational off-road vehicles and utility vehicles on city streets
- Employee service award to Jimbo Ford (25 years) and recognition of Jimmy Washer's promotion
- Executive session on groundwater rights, lawsuit Cause No. 2018-CI-00202, and Boerne Ranch Estates/The Reserve development