Mesquite public meetings in 2021
24 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will canvass the December 7 runoff election results and install new members for Councilmember places 1 and 3. The agenda includes approving several contracts, such as a screening wall replacement project and police equipment supplies. The council will also consider various appointments to local boards and commissions.
- Contract for Screening Wall Replacement Project with IBCTX, LLC up to $1,308,720.00
- Purchase of 2250 Berry Drive property for $146,000.00
- Acceptance of a $133,869.00 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant
- Contract for police uniforms and clothing up to $98,000.00
- Ordinance authorizing assignment pay for Police Field Training Officers
City Council
The City Council will review updated pay plans for general government, police, and fire personnel. The agenda also includes a property exchange with Dallas County and several service contracts. Public hearings are scheduled regarding zoning changes at 2526 Westwood Avenue.
- Ordinance adopting 2021-22 pay plans for general government, police, and fire personnel
- Property exchange between the City of Mesquite and Dallas County
- Purchase of twelve Dodge Chargers for the Police Department for $343,060.00
- Zoning change at 2526 Westwood Avenue to allow an outdoor storage yard
- Contract for cybersecurity services in the amount of $140,250.00
City Council
The council will canvass the November 2, 2021, election results and call for a runoff election on December 7. The meeting also includes the installation of newly elected officials and consideration of several city contracts.
- Call for a runoff election for Councilmembers for Places 1 and 3
- $1,185,298.00 contract for Galloway Place and Northridge Addition paving repairs
- Ordinance amending the city code regarding fats, oils, and grease protections
- $93,198.00 contract for the annual supply of petroleum products
- $81,332.99 purchase of furniture for the Downtown Visitor’s Center
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning changes for an industrial distribution center and a medical clinic. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $209,972 ambulance purchase and joining a global opioid settlement.
- Rezoning for an industrial distribution center at 1110 and 1126 Military Parkway
- Purchase of a 2021 Ford F-350 Diesel Chassis Ambulance for $209,972.00
- Resolution to join a global opioid settlement
- Rezoning for a medical clinic at 802 E. U.S. Highway 80
- Contract for Water and Wastewater Impact Fee Study Update for $182,700.00
City Council
The City Council will review several proposals for economic development agreements to promote local business activity. The agenda also includes public hearings on various zoning amendments and the confirmation of the new Police Chief.
- Economic development agreement for an industrial park at US Highway 80 and IH-635
- Economic development agreement for workspace shops at 2828 IH-30
- Contract with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas for employee medical benefits
- Zoning change for properties at 816 West Scyene Road
- Highway safety reconstruction project for Lawson Road
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several contract awards for infrastructure, equipment, and supplies. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a daycare facility zoning change and updates to the police seizure budget.
- Contract with Wall Contractors, LLC for Mesquite-Garland Trail Connector ($563,893.75)
- Purchase of a Spartan Emergency Response Pumper Truck ($681,744.00)
- Zoning change for a child daycare facility at 1515 East Kearney, Suite 500
- Cleaning supplies contract not to exceed $102,000.00
- Amendment to the Police State Seizure Budget ($276,000.00)
City Council
The council will hold public hearings on multiple economic development agreements to promote local business activity. The agenda also includes approving various infrastructure contracts and a fee schedule amendment.
- Public hearings for economic development agreements at 1600/2000 East US Highway 80 and 2400/2800 Mesquite Valley Road
- A $569,840 change order for concrete services in Town Ridge, Pecan Bend, Woodlawn, and Skyline neighborhoods
- A $292,450 contract for the annual supply of garbage can liners
- The purchase of 3.45 acres at 2100 Berry Drive for $150,000
- An ordinance to amend the city's Comprehensive Fee Schedule
City Council
The council will hold public hearings regarding a new juvenile curfew ordinance and two zoning applications. Additionally, the council will consider several contract amendments for transit services and airport maintenance.
- Public hearing for a new juvenile curfew ordinance
- Zoning change for 43 townhomes at 1535 North Belt Line Road
- $1,319,954.00 supplemental agreement with STAR Transit
- $73,023.27 agreement with Parkland Health & Hospital System
- $50,000.00 TxDOT grant for airport maintenance
City Council
The City Council will discuss the proposed budget and tax rate for Fiscal Year 2021-22. This includes a public hearing on the ad valorem tax rate and a resolution to order a special election if the rate exceeds voter approval. The meeting also features a briefing on the Neighborhood Speed Management Program.
- $490,000 contract with PJM Construction, LLC for the Annual Pavement Lifting Project
- $176,089 agreement with Parkland Health & Hospital System for EMS support
- Zoning change for a 235-lot residential subdivision on Mesquite Valley Road
- $221,473 engineering contract for the IH 635 and US Highway 80 interchange
- Ordinance regarding a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget. The meeting also includes discussions on the ad valorem tax rate and several municipal contracts.
- Public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget and property tax rate
- Contract renewal for landscape maintenance at TxDOT interchanges ($109,397.00)
- Contract for U.S. 80 Bore Sanitary Sewer Improvements ($262,345.00)
- Purchase of a Ford F-350 Diesel Chassis Ambulance Remount ($151,000.00)
- Payment of $135,375.85 to Mesquite ISD for studio production equipment
City Council
The City Council will review departmental strategy presentations regarding the FY 2021-22 budget and tax rate. The meeting includes public hearings for several zoning applications, including a new elementary school and storage facilities. Additionally, the council will consider various service contracts and fee schedule updates.
- Public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget
- $372,200.00 contract for utility concrete repairs with B&B Concrete Sawing
- $297,450.00 contract for sidewalk and curb replacement with DBi Services, LLC
- Zoning change for miniwarehouses at Towne Centre Drive and Gus Thomasson Road
- Ordinance to update building permit fees and establish new technology/emergency fees
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning changes for a private school and several municipal contracts.
- Public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget
- Zoning change at 300 N. Galloway Avenue to allow a private elementary school
- $103,500.00 grant for land acquisition at 4180 Scyene Road
- Lease agreement for Xerox digital press up to $185,053.20
- $171,250.00 contract with NMS Labs for drug and controlled substance testing
City Council
The council will review departmental budget presentations and several ordinances. These include changes to park hours, solid waste fees, and increasing fire department positions. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a grocery store's request for an alcohol sale variance.
- Ordinance to increase Mesquite Fire Department positions from 207 to 211
- Resolution authorizing the sale of tax-foreclosed property at 1212 Crest Park Drive
- Contract for fire apparatus repair up to $176,700 with Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC
- Public hearing for La Michoacana Meat Market's alcohol sale variance at 5200 Gus Thomasson Road
- Resolution for a $66,370 grant application for a regional solid waste program
City Council
The City Council will vote on ordinances for issuing Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds and Certificates of Obligation. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding rezoning applications and the creation of a new Reinvestment Zone. Additionally, the council will review several service contracts and utility supply bids.
- Authorization of Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2021
- $372,200.00 contract for utility concrete repairs (B&B Concrete Sawing)
- $512,345.25 total award for annual supply of water parts
- Rezoning application for retail and a convenience store at Pioneer and McKenzie Road
- Creation of Reinvestment Zone Number Fifteen (Solterra)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning properties for an industrial business park. The agenda also includes an ordinance to acquire property at 1100 North Bryan-Beltline Road for a public park. Additionally, the council will review several construction and equipment contracts.
- Public hearing for rezoning properties at 1600 E. U.S. Highway 80 and Santa Maria Drive to an industrial business park
- Ordinance authorizing property acquisition at 1100 North Bryan-Beltline Road for a public park
- $698,800.00 contract for Heritage Plaza Renovations
- $341,500.00 contract for Dunford Renovation Improvements
- Sale of tax-foreclosed properties at 1004 Grande Drive, 907 Jardin Drive, and 810 Leyenda Drive
City Council
The council will discuss a large-scale contract for advanced water metering infrastructure and several economic development agreements. They will also consider zoning changes for a paraphernalia shop and the acceptance of a public safety grant from Dallas County. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of solid waste truck purchases and property sales.
- $33,755,704.00 contract for water metering advanced infrastructure
- $1,045,000.00 Dallas County New Directions in Public Safety Grant acceptance
- Sale of 2800 Mesquite Valley Road to Taylor-Duncan Interests, LLC for $271,000.00
- Zoning change request for a paraphernalia shop at 1925 Towne Centre Drive
- Tax increment establishment for Reinvestment Zone Fourteen (Alcott Logistics Station)
City Council
The Mesquite City Council will review various items including police staffing increases and facility maintenance contracts. The meeting includes public hearings for zoning changes, a mobile food unit regulation amendment, and downtown facade improvement grants.
- Ordinance to increase Police Department officer positions from 200 to 205
- Annual facility maintenance contracts not to exceed $720,000.00
- Zoning change for properties on Newsom Road and Scyene Road to Light Industrial
- Zoning text amendment regarding Mobile Food Unit Parks and food establishment fees
- Traffic signal equipment agreement at IH-20 and FM 740
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the creation of Reinvestment Zone Fourteen and the Solterra Public Improvement District. The agenda also includes an economic development agreement with HC Solterra, LLC involving water and sewer impact fee reimbursements.
- Creation of Alcott Logistics Station Reinvestment Zone (approx. 251 acres)
- Creation of Solterra Public Improvement District (approx. 1,424 acres)
- Economic development agreement with HC Solterra, LLC for impact fee reimbursements
- $180,325 contract for annual landscaping and property preservation maintenance
- Sale of tax-foreclosed property at 1018 Irene Drive
City Council
The council will review Governor Abbott’s Executive Order No. GA-34 and a quarterly environmental report. The agenda includes public hearings for zoning changes, noise ordinance updates, and an economic development agreement with First Texas Homes, Inc. Additionally, the council will consider several equipment purchases and contract amendments.
- Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2020-21
- Creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) covering approximately 251 acres
- Purchase of a milling machine for $628,625.00
- Zoning change for a daycare center at 1460 East Glen Boulevard
- Zoning text amendment regarding noise permits and the city appeal process
City Council
The City Council will review a briefing on the Winter Storm Response and fiscal year 2020 financial statements. The agenda includes several contract approvals for renovations, park design, and vehicle purchases. A public hearing will also be set regarding the creation of the Solterra Public Improvement District.
- $478,248.72 renovation contract for 117 West Main
- $150,000.00 contract for Copeland Park design services
- Purchase of six pickup trucks for $298,387.83
- $276,526.19 change order for Gus Thomasson Road reconstruction
- Public hearing regarding property exchange with Mesquite ISD
City Council
The City Council will review financial statements for fiscal year 2020 and consider several contract awards. The meeting includes public hearings on noise ordinance amendments and a zoning change for an amusement gameroom.
- Creation of the Solterra Public Improvement District (approx. 1,424 acres)
- Contract for 117 West Main Renovation ($478,248.72)
- Zoning amendment to update noise and vibration regulations
- Zoning change for a coin-operated amusement gameroom
- Contract for Copeland Park Design Services ($150,000.00)
City Council
The council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including a $4.2 million paving project. They will also review economic development incentives and hold public hearings on zoning changes. Additionally, the meeting includes police department reports and vehicle purchase requests.
- $4,293,081.70 contract for paving and utility improvements at Powell Road, Orchid Avenue, Melton Lane, Magnolia Drive, and Douglas Drive
- Economic development incentives for manufacturing companies at 1475 Republic Parkway
- Purchase of eight police vehicles for $430,871.00
- Zoning change request for a water pump station at 15675 Wiser Road
- Sale of land at 1025 Military Parkway to Kodiak Capital Partners, LLC
City Council
The council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including a large-scale pump station project. They will also hold a public hearing on a zoning change for an industrial park near US Highway 80. Other items include wastewater service agreements and board appointments.
- Contract for Matthew Holzapfel Pump Station Project: $13,163,725.00
- Purchase of one 1500 GPM Pumper Truck: $639,380.00
- Zoning change for industrial park near East Meadows Blvd and US Highway 80
- Public Safety Vehicle Equipment Installation Services contract: $80,445.67
- Lake Park Addition Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project change order: $171,584.20
City Council
The City Council will review multiple zoning applications, including residential expansions and an urban industrial park. The agenda also includes a $320,934.50 contract for new pickup trucks and the conveyance of land in Balch Springs.
- Rezoning approximately 132.787 acres west of East Cartwright Road and Lawson Road
- Zoning change for an urban industrial park near East Meadows Boulevard and U.S. Highway 80
- $320,934.50 contract for purchasing pickup trucks for Parks Services
- Ordinance to convey approximately 171.393 acres in Balch Springs to Bloomfield Homes, L.P.
- Zoning text amendment regarding businesses selling smoking paraphernalia