Mesquite public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will review several high-value contracts for city facilities and equipment. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the 2023 National Electrical Code, a multifamily zoning request, and an economic development agreement.
- Grant agreement with TxDOT for taxi lane and apron construction: $2,259,000.00
- Purchase of four residential solid waste rear loaders from Rush Truck Centers of Texas, L.P.: $1,153,212.24
- Design contracts for facility remodels at 823 N. Galloway Ave ($479,000.00) and Mesquite Convention Center ($449,700.00)
- Public hearing for zoning change to allow 186 build-to-rent units at 2200 Newsom Road
- Contract with Sunbelt Pools, Inc. to repair Town East Pool: $350,000.00
The Mesquite City Council approved the consent agenda, which included ordinances and resolutions for firefighter pay, airport master plan, and various contracts. It also adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code with local amendments. Two items were postponed: a multifamily zoning request and an economic development agreement.
- Approved consent agenda unanimously (items 4-19)
- Adopted 2023 National Electrical Code (Ordinance 5149, unanimous)
- Postponed zoning application Z1024-0371 for 186 build-to-rent units (unanimous)
- Postponed economic development agreement for 215 West Main Street (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will consider consent agenda items including contract awards, an ordinance amending a school zone, and appointments to various boards. They will also vote on appointing a Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem. In executive session, they will discuss pending litigation and two economic development projects.
- Ordinance amending school zone for Trinity Basin Preparatory School (24-74603)
- Retiree Medicare supplement plan renewal up to $1,530,679.68 (24-74689)
- Purchase of two flameless patchers for streets up to $557,300.00 (24-74616)
- Purchase of two police department trucks up to $142,932.00 (24-74627)
- Design contract for Barnes Bridge 30-inch Water Transmission Main for $326,600.00 (24-74691)
The Mesquite City Council approved a $1.53 million contract amendment for retiree Medicare supplemental coverage and authorized several equipment purchases, including street patchers and police trucks. Council also named Jeff Casper as Mayor Pro Tem and Tandy Boroughs as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem. Additionally, members made numerous annual appointments across city boards, commissions, and tax increment reinvestment zones.
- Approved $1.53M retiree Medicare supplement plan renewal with The Hartford/Express Scripts (Unanimous)
- Awarded $557,300 contract to Doggett Freightliner for two street flameless patchers (Unanimous)
- Approved $326,600 engineering contract with Kimley-Horn for Barnes Bridge water main design (Unanimous)
- Awarded $142,932 contract to Silsbee Ford for two police service trucks (Unanimous)
- Approved $110,000 annual cleaning supplies contract with Eagle Brush and Chemical (Unanimous)
- Enacted Ordinance No. 5147 revising the school zone for Trinity Basin Preparatory (Unanimous)
- Appointed Jeff Casper as Mayor Pro Tem and Tandy Boroughs as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem (Unanimous)
- Approved appointments to 11 TIRZ boards and 11 city advisory boards and commissions (Unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will review several contract awards and land sales on its consent agenda. The body will also vote on members for the Kaufman and Dallas Central Appraisal Districts.
- Purchase of 20 Police Interceptors from Sam Pack’s Five Star Ford, Ltd. for up to $1,040,564.20
- Sale of 1.510 acres of City-owned land at Gross Road and Windbell Circle to Oncor Delivery Company LLC for $230,209.00
- Annual Medical Plan Reinsurance (Stop Loss) award to VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. up to $970,752.00
- Interlocal Agreement with City of Forney for wastewater services for a 446-acre development in Kaufman County
- Purchase of two Jacobsen HR700 Wide Area Mowers for $190,222.56
The Mesquite City Council approved a consent agenda that included purchasing 20 police interceptors for up to $1,040,564.20, a $30,000 homeland security grant, and an interlocal wastewater agreement with Forney for a 446-acre development. The council also cast its votes for appraisal district boards and approved several other contracts and purchases. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved purchase of 20 police interceptors (up to $1,040,564.20)
- Approved $30,000 Homeland Security Grant (Resolution 53-2024)
- Approved interlocal wastewater agreement with Forney for 446-acre development (Resolution 54-2024)
- Approved purchase of two Jacobsen HR700 mowers ($190,222.56)
- Approved medical plan reinsurance (up to $970,752.00)
- Approved engineering services contract for Barnes Bridge tank rehab ($130,300.00)
- Approved sale of 1.510 acres at Gross Road and Windbell Circle to Oncor ($230,209.00)
- Cast votes for KCAD and DCAD board members (Resolutions 55-2024, 56-2024)
City Council
The City Council will vote on a series of equipment purchases and infrastructure projects, including new fire trucks and road design. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a zoning change for a car wash and an economic development agreement assignment.
- Purchase of one 107-Foot Rear Mount Aerial Ladder Truck for $1,669,590.00
- Professional Engineering Services Contract for Lawson Road Reconstruction Project for $1,679,600.00
- Purchase of one 1500 GPM Pumper Truck for $893,457.00
- Contract with DN Tanks, LLC for Barnes Bridge Ground Storage Tanks Rehabilitation for $838,800.00
- Zoning application for Super Star Car Wash at 1415 South Belt Line Road to allow a CMU block screening wall
The City Council approved a $1.68 million engineering contract for the Lawson Road Reconstruction Project. They also approved a zoning amendment for a car wash at 1415 South Belt Line Road to allow a concrete masonry screening wall, and consented to the assignment of an economic development agreement for an industrial project at IH-635 and U.S. Highway 80.
- Approved $1.68M engineering contract for Lawson Road (7-0)
- Approved zoning amendment for car wash screening wall (7-0)
- Approved assignment of Chapter 380 economic development agreement (7-0)
- Approved $838,800 contract for water tank rehabilitation (7-0)
- Approved $893,457 purchase of pumper truck (7-0)
- Approved $1.67M purchase of aerial ladder truck (7-0)
- Approved $170,000 amendment to Police State Seizure Budget (7-0)
- Approved 2025 Legislative Program (7-0)
City Council
The City Council will review several high-value infrastructure contracts and conduct public hearings on zoning applications. The body is also discussing economic development agreements and receiving updates on behavioral health and ARPA funds.
- Guaranteed Maximum Price of $13,042,264.00 for New Fire Station No. 8
- Paving and utility improvements contract for $9,991,724.00 with ANA Site Construction, LLC
- Mesquite to Crandall Water Line Connector contract for $5,137,596.00 with BRCT, LLC
- Purchase of two pumper trucks for $1,803,915.00 from Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC
- Zoning request for age-restricted townhomes and assisted living at 2795 Clay Mathis Road
The Mesquite City Council approved a $13,042,264 guaranteed maximum price for construction of New Fire Station No. 8 with Crossland Construction Company, Inc., and approved a zoning change for a retail and restaurant development south of IH-20 and west of FM 741. The council denied a variance that would have allowed Thoughtful Wine to operate at 4811 Motley Drive near Larry G. Smith Elementary School, and denied a zoning change for a vehicle dealership at 20100 and 20104 IH-635. It also denied a zoning change for a flex office development at 5801 Shannon Road and tabled a zoning application for an age-restricted townhome development at 2795 Clay Mathis Road.
- Approved $13,042,264 guaranteed maximum price for New Fire Station No. 8 with Crossland Construction Company, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved zoning change to Planned Development - General Retail for restaurant and retail development south of IH-20 and west of FM 741 (unanimous)
- Denied variance reducing separation requirement for Thoughtful Wine at 4811 Motley Drive (6-1, Casper nay)
- Denied zoning change for vehicle dealership at 20100 and 20104 IH-635 (6-1, Casper nay)
- Denied zoning change for flex office development at 5801 Shannon Road (6-1, Boroughs nay)
- Tabled zoning application for age-restricted townhome development at 2795 Clay Mathis Road (5-2, Casper and Boroughs nay)
- Approved Resolution No. 47-2024 amending TIRZ No. 14 agreement with 42 Alcott, LP (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 48-2024 terminating old Chapter 380 agreement and approving new one with Elements Sleep, LLC (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Mesquite City Council will consider a consent agenda including water and sewer rate increases, police department staffing changes, and the purchase of a driving simulator. The body will also hold public hearings on two industrial zoning requests and a commercial development project.
- Ordinance to update water and sewer rates effective November 1, 2024
- Ordinance to approve the purchase of a L3 TranSims CDL Driving Simulator for up to $126,882.00
- Public hearing for a zoning change at 20 East Trinity Pointe (284-acre industrial park)
- Public hearing for a zoning change at 4201 Gus Thomasson Road for a recreational vehicle lot
- Ordinance to adopt 2024-25 pay plans for General Government Personnel effective October 1, 2024
The Mesquite City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including zoning changes for industrial and commercial use, water and sewer rate updates, and amendments to the TIRZ No. 12 agreement for the IH-20 Business Park. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included pay plans, department positions, bond issuances, and grants. Public hearings were held regarding industrial park zoning, an RV dealership development, and the TIRZ No. 12 project terms.
- Approved minutes of the regular City Council meeting held September 16, 2024 (Consent)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5137 regarding TMRS benefits, updated service credits, and a COLA increase for retirees (Consent)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5138 adopting 2024-25 Pay Plans for General Government and Police and Fire personnel (Consent)
- Approved Ordinances No. 5139 and 5140 establishing authorized positions for the Police and Fire departments as of October 1, 2024 (Consent)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5141 revising water and sewer rates effective November 1, 2024 (Consent)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5142 authorizing Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 for Solterra PID Improvement Area C-3 (Consent)
- Approved Resolution Nos. 42-2024 and 43-2024 regarding Solterra PID reimbursement and future obligation reimbursements (Consent)
- Approved zoning application Z0824-0367 (Ordinance No. 5143) to amend Planned Development - Industrial Ordinance No. 4785 for 20 East Trinity Pointe (5-1, Rodriguez-Ross nay)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider updating the city's comprehensive fee schedule, including building permit fees. The body will also discuss the FY2025 Capital Investment Program and receive an economic development update.
- Public hearing to amend the Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Appendix D) for building permits and other city fees
- Purchase of three all-electric Chevrolet Blazers from Lake Country Chevrolet not to exceed $158,116.50
- Agreement with Dallas Area Agency on Aging for senior citizen meals not to exceed $91,740.00
- Adoption of the 2024 Mesquite Public Library System Strategic Plan
- Discussion of the Capital Investment Program for FY2025
The Mesquite City Council approved the annual update to the Comprehensive Fee Schedule (Ordinance No. 5136) after a public hearing with no speakers. The council also unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the library strategic plan, investment policy, and purchase of three electric Chevrolet Blazers, and voted to cancel the September 23, 2024 regular meeting. No executive action was taken following the closed session.
- Approved Ordinance No. 5136 updating the Comprehensive Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including library strategic plan, investment policy, and electric vehicle purchase (unanimous)
- Elected TML Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board members, amending Place 12 to Allison Heyward (unanimous)
- Cancelled the September 23, 2024 regular City Council meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and ratify a property tax revenue increase. The body will also consider a proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.690000 per $100 assessed valuation.
- Proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.690000 per $100 assessed valuation
- Lease agreement with Quadient, Inc. not to exceed $142,824.00
- Interlocal Agreement with STAR Transit for FY 2025 estimated at $572,815.00
- Amendment to Parkland Health and Hospital System agreement not to exceed $538,144.24
- Wiser Road Reconstruction change order with CCGMG, LLC Series B for $78,446.00
The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2024-25 budget (Ordinance 5132), ratified the property tax revenue increase (Ordinance 5133), and levied the ad valorem tax rate at $0.690000 per $100 assessed valuation (Ordinance 5134). The tax rate is the same as the current rate but exceeds the no-new-revenue rate, requiring a supermajority vote, which passed unanimously. The council also approved a consent agenda including a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy and various contracts and change orders.
- Approved FY 2024-25 budget (Ordinance 5132) unanimously
- Ratified property tax revenue increase (Ordinance 5133) unanimously
- Levied ad valorem tax rate of $0.690000 per $100 (Ordinance 5134) unanimously
- Approved Atmos Energy rate settlement (Ordinance 5131) on consent agenda
- Approved $142,824 lease for Quadient document inserter (consent)
- Approved $572,815 STAR Transit interlocal agreement for FY2025 (consent)
- Approved $538,144 Parkland BioTel/EMS support amendment (consent)
- Approved change orders for City Lake Aquatic Center ($30,475) and Wiser Road ($78,446) (consent)
City Council
The City Council will consider three separate bond issuances for tax, revenue, and general obligation purposes. The body will also review several infrastructure contracts and a zoning amendment regarding drone delivery services.
- Proposed bond issuances of $37,350,000 (Combination Tax/Surplus Revenue), $17,750,000 (Waterworks and Sewer System), and $16,500,000 (General Obligation)
- Contract for roadway maintenance on Oates Drive with Texas Materials Group, Inc. for $1,470,629.95
- Professional services contract for restoration of the Opal Lawrence Historic House at 701 East Kearney Street up to $500,000.00
- Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZTA No. 2024-04 regarding drone delivery services
- Purchase of 8-yard rear loader for solid waste from Rush Truck Centers of Texas, L.P. up to $155,318.40
The Mesquite City Council approved three bond ordinances totaling about $67.3 million for general obligation bonds, certificates of obligation, and water/sewer revenue bonds, all unanimously. It also approved on first reading a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy that will raise average residential natural gas rates by $5.52 per month (6.84%) starting October 1, 2024. The council approved a zoning text amendment to regulate drone delivery services (4-1), and waived a park land dedication fee for a senior living development, reducing it to $100,000 with conditions.
- Approved $15,445,000 GO Bonds, Series 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved $34,090,000 Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved $17,810,000 Waterworks & Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved Atmos Energy rate settlement on first reading (unanimous)
- Approved drone delivery zoning text amendment ZTA 2024-04 (4-1)
- Approved $100,000 fee in lieu of park dedication for Town East Trails senior living (unanimous)
- Approved $1,470,629.95 road maintenance contract for Oates Drive (consent)
- Approved $500,000 restoration contract for Opal Lawrence Historic House (consent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The council will discuss and vote on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024‑25 budget, including an ordinance to appropriate funds and ratify a property‑tax revenue increase. A public hearing will be held to consider the ad valorem tax rate for FY 2024‑25. The meeting also includes several contract authorizations and zoning ordinance hearings.
- Public hearing and ordinance to adopt the FY 2024‑25 budget and appropriate funds
- Public hearing to consider the FY 2024‑25 ad valorem tax rate
- Resolution authorizing a contract with OTTO ENVIRONM INC. for animal shelter caging ($302,050)
- Contract for annual temporary labor services for solid waste and streets (up to $400,000 annually)
- Contract for Rutherford Playground replacement equipment with Whirlix Design, Inc. (up to $286,266)
The Mesquite City Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-25 budget and then voted unanimously to postpone adoption of the budget ordinance and the ordinance ratifying the property tax revenue increase to the September 3, 2024, meeting. The council also set a proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.690000 per $100 of valuation and scheduled a public hearing on that rate for September 3. Several zoning changes were approved, including an age-restricted multifamily development at 2910 Motley Drive and a flex office/warehouse at 1202 IH-30.
- Postponed FY 2024-25 budget adoption to Sept. 3 (unanimous)
- Postponed property tax revenue increase ratification to Sept. 3 (unanimous)
- Set proposed tax rate of $0.690000 per $100 valuation, public hearing Sept. 3 (unanimous)
- Approved zoning for 133-unit age-restricted multifamily at 2910 Motley Drive (unanimous)
- Approved zoning for flex office/warehouse at 1202 IH-30 (5-1, Murden nay)
- Approved zoning amendment for industrial building at 2732/2800/3200 E. US 80 (unanimous)
- Approved residential care facility zoning text amendment (unanimous)
- Postponed EV charging station text amendment to date uncertain (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. The body will also consider several economic development agreements and zoning changes for residential and industrial projects.
- Public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget
- Economic development agreements for Hithium Tech USA, Inc., UPS (4200 Samuell Boulevard), and a 288-unit affordable housing complex at 2255 West Bruton Road
- Zoning request for age-restricted multifamily development at 2910 Motley Drive
- Ratification of $1,340,652.00 for emergency sewer trunk line repairs at Peachtree Plaza
- Contract for Westlake Skate Park site improvements with PBS Construction, LLC for $297,737.14
City Council approved several Chapter 380 economic development agreements to attract and retain businesses, including a new manufacturing plant and affordable housing. The council also approved a zoning change for a towing company and held a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-25 budget.
- Approved Chapter 380 Agreement with Hithium Tech USA, Inc. (6-1)
- Approved Chapter 380 Agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Chapter 380 Agreement with Palladium Bruton Road, Ltd. for 288-unit affordable housing (unanimous)
- Approved zoning change to Commercial with Conditional Use Permit for towing company at 2425 Edinburgh Street (5-2)
- Approved Mesquite Quality of Life Corporation FY 2024-25 budget (unanimous)
- Approved $1.34M emergency sewer trunk line repair payment to North Texas Contracting, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved $297,737.14 contract with PBS Construction, LLC for Westlake Skate Park (unanimous)
- Postponed zoning applications for 2910 Motley Drive and 1202 Interstate Highway 30 to August 5, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and the Community Development Block Grant Program. The agenda also includes various contract awards, street repair change orders, and a zoning application for a residential development.
- Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget
- Public hearing for 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant Program budget
- Zoning application for build-to-rent development at 21701 Interstate Highway 635
- Annual Mobile Data and Voice Service contract with AT&T Corporation up to $200,000.00
- Annual Telephone Services contract with AT&T Corporation up to $375,000.00
Mesquite City Council approved Zoning Application No. Z0124-0342 and Ordinance No. 5116, changing the Comprehensive Plan land use from Commercial to Medium-Density Residential and rezoning 21701 IH-635 to Planned Development - Multifamily for 135 build-to-rent patio homes and 142 build-to-rent townhomes. Council also approved a $367,867.20 fee in lieu of parkland dedication for the Hidden Range Willows Apartments at 1555 Range Drive. The consent agenda passed unanimously, including a $200,000 mobile data and voice service award to AT&T, a $375,000 telephone services award to AT&T, an $82,000 police state seizure budget amendment, a $190,850.83 tactical rifle weapon system purchase from ProForce Marketing, Inc., and street repair change orders. Public hearings on the proposed FY 2024-25 budget and the 2024-2025 CDBG budget drew no speakers, and no executive action was taken after the closed session on property purchases.
- Approved Zoning Application No. Z0124-0342 and Ordinance No. 5116 for 135 build-to-rent patio homes and 142 build-to-rent townhomes at 21701 IH-635 (unanimous)
- Approved $367,867.20 fee in lieu of parkland dedication for Hidden Range Willows Apartments at 1555 Range Drive (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda unanimously, including minutes of June 17, 2024 meeting
- Approved Resolution No. 29-2024 to resell tax-foreclosed property at 1511 Hillcrest Street
- Approved Resolution No. 30-2024 adopting the Annual Plan for the Housing Choice Voucher Program
- Approved Bid No. 2024-131 mobile data and voice service award to AT&T not to exceed $200,000.00
- Approved Bid No. 2024-132 telephone services award to AT&T not to exceed $375,000.00
- Approved $82,000.00 Amendment No. 4 to the 2023-24 Police State Seizure Budget
City Council
The City Council will review departmental strategy presentations and various municipal contracts. The meeting includes public hearings regarding sign regulations at East Cartwright Road and a medical clinic on North Galloway Avenue.
- Travis Williams Athletic Complex field improvements: $222,917.04
- Evans Recreation Center entrance improvements: $199,425.64
- Wiser Road reconstruction: $375,000.00
- Lee Street and Grubb Drive paving change order: $358,918.95
- Zoning change for 3201 East Cartwright Road regarding sign regulations
The City Council approved zoning amendments for sign regulations at 3201 East Cartwright Road and a conditional use permit for a medical clinic at 1835 N. Galloway Avenue. Council members also authorized several infrastructure contracts, including road reconstruction and facility improvements. Additionally, the Council made appointments to various city boards and commissions.
- Approved ordinance 5112 allowing angle parking in cul-de-sacs
- Approved $222,917.04 contract for Travis Williams Athletic Complex
- Approved $199,425.64 contract for Evans Recreation Center improvements
- Approved $375,000 contract for Wiser Road reconstruction
- Approved $358,918.95 change order for Lee Street and Grubb Drive paving
- Approved zoning amendment for 3201 East Cartwright Road (7-0)
- Approved medical clinic zoning at 1835 N. Galloway Avenue (7-0)
- Appointed members to Planning and Zoning Commission and other boards
City Council
The City Council will consider several zoning applications for residential and commercial developments. The meeting also includes discussions on transit safety plans, utility relocations, and various municipal ordinances.
- Zoning change for multifamily development at 900 and 1000 Windbell Circle
- Zoning change for multifamily development at 2255 West Bruton Road
- Conditional use permit for used motor vehicle sales at 611 West Davis Street
- Purchase of tactical rifle weapon systems up to $178,611.89
- Utility relocation change order for U.S. Highway 80 totaling $150,960.00
The Mesquite City Council approved two zoning applications allowing multifamily developments: a 280-unit project at 900 and 1000 Windbell Circle and a 288-unit project at 2255 West Bruton Road. The council also approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with Harmon, Inc. for a facility at 2614 Big Town Boulevard, and denied a zoning request for a used car dealership at 611 West Davis Street. The budget amendment ordinance was postponed to a date uncertain.
- Approved Zoning Application Z0224-0344 for 280-unit multifamily at 900 and 1000 Windbell Circle (unanimous)
- Approved Zoning Application Z0324-0351 for 288-unit multifamily at 2255 West Bruton Road (unanimous)
- Denied Zoning Application Z0424-0359 for used motor vehicle sales at 611 West Davis Street (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 28-2024, Chapter 380 agreement with Harmon, Inc. for 2614 Big Town Boulevard (unanimous)
- Postponed ordinance amending FY 2023-24 budget to a date uncertain (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items 5, 7-15, including wastewater agreement with Balch Springs, Certificates of Obligation notice, STAR Transit safety plan, Oates Drive project agreement, and housing finance resolutions (unanimous)
- Appointed Dani Boepple to Historic Mesquite, Inc. Board of Directors (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will review a proposed Downtown Overlay ordinance and a zoning change for an auto parts retailer at 6491 FM 741. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding city equipment purchases, strategic goals, and board appointments.
- Zoning change for 6491 FM 741 from Agricultural to Planned Development - General Retail
- Purchase of a 2024 Horton Model 603 Ford F-550 Chassis Ambulance for up to $368,763.00
- Purchase of MPD Rifle Plates Replacement for up to $258,561.00
- Amendment to the Lower East Fork Wastewater Interceptor System Contract
- Ordinance amending Chapter 5 regarding side yard fence height restrictions
The City Council unanimously approved a rezoning change at 6491 FM 741 to allow an AutoZone store. The council also approved the purchase of a new ambulance for up to $368,763 and updated fence setback regulations. Several board appointments and resolutions regarding water infrastructure and historic preservation were also passed.
- Approved rezoning from Agricultural to Planned Development - General Retail at 6491 FM 741 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2024 Horton ambulance for up to $368,763 (Consent Agenda)
- Approved purchase of MPD Rifle Plates Replacement for up to $258,561 (Consent Agenda)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5107 updating side yard fence setback regulations (Consent Agenda)
- Approved First Amendment to Lower East Fork Wastewater Interceptor System Contract (Consent Agenda)
- Approved Certified Local Government Program application and Historic Preservation Officer appointment (Consent Agenda)
- Appointed Okemar Weatherall, Faraz Wood, and Yolanda Rodriguez to Housing Board (unanimous)
- Appointed Ashley Clark to Mesquite Downtown Development Advisory Board (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will review several zoning applications, including residential and commercial requests. The meeting also includes discussions on multiple vendor contracts for city maintenance, equipment, and infrastructure.
- Convention Center Roof Repair and Replacement: $280,000.00
- TxDOT High Visibility Interchanges Landscape Maintenance: up to $205,343.80
- Annual Supply of OEM Kenworth Parts and Labor: up to $300,000.00
- Annual Supply of Goodyear Tires, Tubes, Supplies and Equipment: $245,000.00
- Annual Supply of Firestone Tires: $175,000.00
The City Council unanimously approved a resolution of no objection for a 288-unit affordable housing development on Bruton Road and passed several zoning ordinances, including new parking standards for multifamily units. A motion to reconsider a previously denied rezoning for a subdivision on South Belt Line Road failed due to lack of a second. The Council also authorized multiple contracts for city services and approved a fee-in-lieu of parkland dedication for the Wooded Lake Apartments.
- Approved Resolution No. 19-2024 for 288-unit affordable housing at 2255 West Bruton Road (unanimous)
- Approved Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-02 revising multifamily parking standards (unanimous)
- Approved Zoning Application No. Z0324-0355 for outdoor storage at 3795 West Emporium Circle (unanimous)
- Approved fee in lieu of parkland dedication ($441,440.64) for Wooded Lake Apartments (unanimous)
- Motion to reconsider denial of rezoning at 10079 South Belt Line Road failed (no second)
- Zoning Application No. Z0224-0345 at 21900-22100 IH-635 withdrawn by applicant
- Approved $280,000 contract for Convention Center roof repair (unanimous)
- Approved $256,000 FHWA Safe Streets for All grant agreement with $64,000 city contribution (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding updates to the Water Conservation Plan and a zoning change for an office warehouse development. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for infrastructure, equipment, and utility services.
- Lakeside Addition Sanitary Sewer contract: $1,472,416.00
- Purchase of one backhoe for utilities: up to $129,657.27
- Annual lease for Accuriopress C 4080 color printer: up to $216,569.20
- Purchase of two roll-off trucks for commercial solid waste: up to $446,989.00
- Utility relocation change orders for U.S. Highway 80: $518,985.90
The Mesquite City Council approved a consent agenda that included a $1,472,416.00 sanitary sewer contract with Douglas Dailey Construction, LLC and a resolution supporting the Railway Safety Act of 2023. A public hearing on an office-warehouse rezoning at 21900, 22000 and 22100 Interstate Highway 635 was kept open and postponed to May 6, 2024, after 16 letters and seven speakers opposed it. Two motions on a multifamily parking zoning text amendment both failed on split votes, and the item was postponed to May 6, 2024. The council also approved a resolution supporting an affordable senior housing grant application for 1220 North Town East Boulevard.
- Approved consent agenda unanimously, including minutes of the April 1, 2024 meeting
- Approved Resolution No. 17-2024 supporting the Railway Safety Act of 2023 (S.576/H.R.1674)
- Approved $1,472,416.00 contract with Douglas Dailey Construction, LLC for Lakeside Addition Sanitary Sewer
- Approved purchase of one backhoe for Utilities from RDO Equipment Company, not to exceed $129,657.27
- Approved 60-month lease with Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. for a color printer, not to exceed $216,569.20
- Approved purchase of two roll-off trucks from Bruckner Truck Sales, not to exceed $446,989.00
- Approved Resolution No. 18-2024 supporting Town East Trails Realty, LP's affordable housing grant application for a 76-unit senior-restricted development at 1220 North Town East Boulevard (unanimous)
- Postponed Zoning Application No. Z0224-0345 (office warehouse at 21900, 22000 and 22100 Interstate Highway 635) to May 6, 2024, keeping the public hearing open (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several zoning applications, including residential and commercial amendments. The agenda also includes updates to city ordinances regarding property maintenance and nuisance vehicles.
- Zoning amendment for 4300 Lawson Road to allow multi-family residential and retail
- Zoning amendment for 10079 South Belt Line Road for a 16-lot single-family subdivision
- Ordinance update for high weeds, grass, landscaping, and tree maintenance
- Ordinance update for junked vehicles and nuisance parties
- Economic Development Program Agreement with Greenliner, LLC at 2700 East Scyene Road
City Council approved a Chapter 380 Agreement for Greenliner, LLC to occupy an industrial facility at 2700 East Scyene Road. The council also updated city codes regarding property maintenance and nuisances and approved a zoning change for multi-family use at 4300 Lawson Road.
- Approved Economic Development Program Agreement with Greenliner, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved zoning change to allow multi-family residential at 4300 Lawson Road (6-1)
- Denied zoning application for 16-lot subdivision at 10079 South Belt Line Road (4-3)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5100 updating weed, grass, and tree maintenance requirements (Unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5101 updating junked vehicle and nuisance party rules (Unanimous)
- Authorized wastewater service agreement with City of Crandall (Unanimous)
- Approved $120,960.50 and $92,142.55 furniture purchases for Field Services Building (Unanimous)
- Approved $56,931.00 amendment to Police State Seizure Budget (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider an economic development agreement for the redevelopment of Town East Shopping Center properties. Public hearings are scheduled regarding youth program standards and a zoning change on Gus Thomasson Road. The council will also review several service contracts, including vehicle equipment and pavement assessments.
- Economic development agreement for redevelopment at 3301 North Town East Boulevard
- Zoning change for body art business at 3501 Gus Thomasson Road
- $600,000 contract for emergency vehicle equipment installation
- $270,000 purchase of fire protective clothing
- Lease agreement for a 33.2-acre site at IH-20 and Lumley Road
The Mesquite City Council approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with Town East Shopping Center, LLC for renovation of properties at 3301 North Town East Boulevard, 2937 Motley Drive, and 2945 Motley Drive. The agreement provides up to $250,000 in grants if the developer completes at least $750,000 in capital improvements within two years, plus tax rebates capped at $1 million over up to 10 years. The council also approved a zoning change for a tattoo business at 3501 Gus Thomasson Road, Suite 31, and adopted new Youth Programs Standards of Care. Most other items were approved on the consent agenda, and no action was taken after two executive sessions.
- Approved Resolution No. 14-2024: Chapter 380 economic development agreement with Town East Shopping Center, LLC, with incentives capped at $1 million (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5099: Zoning change from Commercial to Commercial with Conditional Use Permit for a body art business at 3501 Gus Thomasson Road, Suite 31 (6-1, Boroughs nay)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5098: 2024 Youth Programs Standards of Care, repealing Ordinance No. 5012 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda: minutes, contracts for emergency vehicle equipment ($600,000), health care management ($300,000), fire protective clothing ($270,000), facility software ($192,675.48), lease with TEEX, transportation development credits, pavement assessment ($225,992), traffic signal design ($250,000), medical services ($250,000) (unanimous)
- Appointed Soira Teferi as Regular Member (Position No. 7) to Planning and Zoning Commission, Wana Alwalee as Alternate No. 1, Ronnie Chenault as Alternate No. 2 (unanimous)
- Council consensus to move forward with proposed changes to Utility Billing Office operations
- No executive action taken after executive sessions on litigation and City Manager review
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review financial reports, several zoning applications for residential developments, and various city contracts. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure projects, police budget amendments, and a potential land purchase.
- Mesquite Heritage Trail, Phase II contract with Urban Infraconstruction, LLC for $6,845,385.80
- Land purchase of 15.87 acres at 2105 Lawson Road and 2900 Berry Drive for $500,000.00
- Annual supply of vehicle and equipment batteries contract for $100,000.00
- Police State Seizure Budget amendment for $185,000.00
- Zoning application for a 288-unit apartment complex at 1410 Woodel Lake Drive
City Council approved a zoning change for a 288-unit workforce housing project at 1410 Wooded Lake Drive. A proposed 310-unit apartment complex at 5801 Shannon Road was denied, and a third multifamily project at Lawson Road was tabled.
- Approved 288-unit apartment complex at 1410 Wooded Lake Drive (6-1)
- Denied 310-unit apartment complex at 5801 Shannon Road (unanimous)
- Tabled zoning for multifamily/retail at 5000-5001 Lawson Road (5-2)
- Approved $6.8M contract for Mesquite Heritage Trail, Phase II
- Approved $500,000 purchase of 15.87 acres at 2105 Lawson Road/2900 Berry Drive
- Approved $100,000 contract for vehicle and equipment batteries
- Approved $185,000 and $8,200 police seizure budget amendments
- Approved abandonment of utility easements south of Military Parkway
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several consent agenda items including police grant allocations and various service contracts. Public hearings are scheduled regarding reinvestment zone financing and support for multiple senior affordable housing developments.
- Construction of New Fire Station No. 2 with AUI Partners, LLC for $9,649,220.00
- Design and construction services for New Fire Station No. 8 by Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc.
- Support for senior affordable housing developments at 1100 Interstate Highway 30, 705 State Highway 352, and 915 Windbell Circle
- Reinvestment Zone Number Twelve (IH-20 Business Park) project plan amendments
- Justice Assistance Grant funds redistribution for Mesquite Police totaling $36,554.95
The Mesquite City Council approved resolutions supporting three affordable housing developments seeking 2024 Competitive 9% Housing Tax Credits from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, and denied support for three others. It also approved a Third Amended Project Plan for TIRZ No. 12 (IH-20 Business Park) raising total estimated project costs, and a First Amendment to a TIRZ No. 12 reimbursement agreement with MSAP 216, LLC and 42 BP, LP. A large consent agenda of contracts and purchases was approved unanimously. One housing item was withdrawn by the applicant.
- Approved Resolution No. 09-2024 supporting 90-unit senior project at 1100 Interstate Highway 30 (6-1, Smith nay)
- Denied resolution supporting 131-unit senior project at 705 State Highway 352 (6-1, Murden nay)
- Denied resolution supporting 88-unit senior project at 915 Windbell Circle (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 10-2024 supporting 111-unit project at 930 Military Parkway (6-1, Smith nay)
- Approved Resolution No. 11-2024 supporting 133-unit senior project at 2910 Motley Drive (6-1, Smith nay)
- Denied resolution supporting 102-unit senior project at 2700 Motley Drive (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance No. 5095 amending TIRZ No. 12 (IH-20 Business Park) plan and increasing total estimated project costs (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 08-2024 amending TIRZ No. 12 reimbursement agreement with MSAP 216, LLC and 42 BP, LP (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several zoning applications for residential and commercial developments. The agenda also includes various contract approvals for police vehicles, solid waste equipment, and fire station services.
- Zoning: Multifamily development at 410 Rodeo Center Boulevard
- Zoning: Office warehouse construction at 1511 East Kearney Street
- Zoning: 300-unit multifamily development at 5201 Northwest Drive
- Contract: Owner’s Representative Services for New Fire Station No. 8 up to $288,000.00
- Contract: Two Ford F-150 Police Responders up to $114,114.50
The Mesquite City Council approved three zoning items after public hearings. It approved a Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning for a 220-unit multifamily development at 410 Rodeo Center Boulevard (5-2), and approved a 300-unit multifamily and light commercial project at 5201 Northwest Drive (unanimous). It denied a rezoning for office warehouses at 1511 East Kearney Street (5-2). The consent agenda, including several equipment purchases and contract authorizations, was approved unanimously, and no action was taken after two executive sessions.
- Approved rezoning and Comprehensive Plan amendment for 220-unit multifamily project at 410 Rodeo Center Boulevard (5-2)
- Denied rezoning for office warehouses at 1511 East Kearney Street (5-2)
- Approved rezoning and Comprehensive Plan amendment for 300-unit multifamily and light commercial project at 5201 Northwest Drive (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda unanimously, including minutes, ONCOR steering committee participation, and multiple purchases
- Authorized contract with Fitzpatrick Design Construction Services Group LLC for owner's representative services for Fire Station No. 8 and Public Safety Training Facility, not to exceed $288,000.00
- Authorized purchase of two Ford F-150 Police Responders from Silsbee Ford, Inc., not to exceed $114,114.50
- Authorized purchase of one rubber tire loader for Solid Waste from National Equipment Dealers, LLC, not to exceed $247,225.30
- Authorized purchase of ten Police Interceptors from Sam Pack's Five Star Ford, Ltd., not to exceed $522,010.40
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several zoning applications, including a request for self-storage on Gross Road and multifamily housing on Rodeo Center Boulevard. The agenda also includes multiple contract awards for city equipment and police uniforms.
- Zoning change for self-storage and warehouse at 2300 Gross Road
- Zoning change for multifamily development at 410 Rodeo Center Boulevard
- Zoning change for daycare and private school expansion at 1412 South Belt Line Road
- Contract for precast fence at Service Center not to exceed $253,760.50
- Purchase of four rear loaders and one grapple truck not to exceed $1,515,280.60
The Mesquite City Council approved a zoning change from Commercial to Planned Development - Commercial at 2300 Gross Road for a U-Haul self-storage, moving truck rental and warehouse facility, and approved a similar zoning change at 1412 South Belt Line Road for a daycare and private school expansion. The council also approved a 13-item consent agenda covering ordinances, resolutions and purchases. Two other zoning applications were postponed to the February 5, 2024 meeting, and no action was taken after two executive sessions.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, ETJ ordinance, solid waste ordinances, TxDOT road closure resolution, NCTCOG interlocal agreement, DCAD runoff vote, and purchases (unanimous)
- Approved zoning change at 2300 Gross Road for U-Haul self-storage, truck rental and warehouse (unanimous)
- Approved zoning change at 1412 South Belt Line Road for daycare and private school expansion (unanimous)
- Postponed zoning application at 410 Rodeo Center Boulevard to February 5, 2024 (unanimous)
- Postponed zoning application at 1511 East Kearney Street to February 5, 2024 (unanimous)
- No executive action taken after executive session on Municipal Court Judge review
- No executive action taken after executive session on economic development incentives at IH-635 and Rodeo Center Boulevard
City Council
The City Council met to approve various consent agenda items including construction, landscaping, and cybersecurity contracts. The meeting also included staff presentations regarding strategic goals and annual ethics training.
- Travis Williams Renovation construction contract with AUI Partners, LLC for $1,039,430.00
- Annual landscape maintenance for TxDOT IH 635/Town East/Towne Centre and Highway 80 interchanges not to exceed $112,645.00
- Travis Williams Renovation playground equipment purchase from Whirlix Design, Inc. not to exceed $111,788.00
- Rapid 7 cybersecurity renewal service from SHI Government Solutions not to exceed $148,500.00
- Amendment to the 2023-24 Police Federal Seizure Budget in the amount of $150,000.00
City Council approved several construction and maintenance contracts, including renovations for Travis Williams. The council also amended extraterritorial jurisdiction boundaries with the City of Forney and appointed two alternate members to zoning and planning commissions.
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Forney to amend ETJ boundaries
- Approved $1,039,430.00 contract with AUI Partners, LLC for Travis Williams Renovation: Construction
- Approved contract up to $111,788.00 with Whirlix Design, Inc. for Travis Williams Renovation: Playground
- Approved contract up to $112,645.00 with SLM Landscaping and Maintenance for interchange landscape maintenance
- Approved purchase up to $148,500.00 from SHI Government Solutions for Rapid 7 Cybersecurity renewal
- Approved $150,000.00 amendment to 2023-24 Police Federal Seizure Budget
- Ratified MOU with US Marshals Service for Violent Offender Task Force partnership
- Appointed Jeffrey Walker and Soira Teferi as Alternate Members to Planning and Zoning/Capital Improvements/Airport Zoning commissions