Newark public meetings in 2024

December 19, 2024 City Council

The Newark City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items and hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning change request. The main action is a vote on Ordinance A-563, which raises residential garbage collection fees by $1.32 per month due to a rate increase from Republic Services. A separate item involves a request to rezone a 10.3-acre property from Single-Family Residential District 1 (SF-1) to SF-2.

• Consider and act on Ordinance A-563 increasing garbage collection fees by $1.32 per month
• Public Hearing for zoning change request from Otavio & Lisa Ramos for property ID 732903 (A-93 CT Brush 10.3000 acres) from SF-1 to SF-2
• Consider and act on the zoning change request for the same property
• Consent agenda includes approval of November 2024 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports

December 19, 2024 City Council

City Council approved an ordinance to increase residential curbside garbage collection fees by $1.32 per month. A requested zoning change for a 10.3-acre property was discussed, but no action was taken.

• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes, November 2024 accounts payables, and November 2024 financial statements
• Approved November 2024 staff reports for Municipal Court, Building Permits, Code Enforcement, and Public Works
• Approved Ordinance No. A-563 increasing residential curbside garbage collection fees by $1.32 per month
• No action taken on zoning change request for Property ID: 732903 from SF-1 to SF-2

November 21, 2024, NCEFC

The Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation will vote on two resolutions to approve financing arrangements. One resolution is for the benefit of Bakerripley, the other for Coram Deo Academy. No dollar amounts or further details are specified in the agenda.

• Resolution approving financing for Bakerripley
• Resolution approving financing for Coram Deo Academy

November 21, 2024 City Council

City Council approved several tax-exempt loan agreements and zoning changes, including a re-plat for a local property. The council also voted to support the creation of the Wise Regional Water District and formally oppose a landfill permit application by Chisholm Trail Disposal, LLC.

• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for Bakerripley (All approved)
• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for Coram Deo Academy (All approved)
• Denied mobile home permit for 101 Deborah Drive (All approved)
• Approved rezoning of 822 McCanne Rd from SF-1 to C-2 (All approved)
• Approved re-plat request for Property ID: 770639 (All approved)
• Approved final plat for 46.837 acres in Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (All approved)
• Approved Resolution No. 369 and MOU for regional water/wastewater needs, authorizing up to $10,000 (All approved)
• Approved Resolution No. 371 opposing Chisholm Trail Disposal Landfill Permit No. 2421 (All approved)

November 21, 2024 City Council

The Newark City Council will conduct public hearings and take action on a zoning change for 822 McCanne Rd from Single Family Residential to General Commercial, a replat of lots in the Original Town, and a final plat for 46.837 acres in the extraterritorial jurisdiction. The council will also discuss and possibly vote on resolutions supporting the creation of a Wise Regional Water District and opposing a landfill permit by Chisholm Trail Disposal, as well as a mobile home permit and a utility rate request.

• Public hearing and action on zoning change for 822 McCanne Rd from SF-1 to C-2
• Public hearing and action on final plat for 46.837 acres by PMB Rolling V Land LP in the ETJ
• Resolution No. 369 approving regional water/wastewater study and up to $10,000 expenditure
• Resolution No. 371 opposing TCEQ landfill permit for Chisholm Trail Disposal
• Discussion and possible action on mobile home permit for 101 Deborah Drive

November 14, 2024 MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District Board will hold a regular meeting with a light agenda. The board will consider and act on meeting minutes from August 2024 and hold discussions on future projects and goals. No specific proposals, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed for action.

• Consider and act on August 8, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding future projects and goals

November 14, 2024 MDD Board

The Board approved the meeting minutes from August 8, 2024. Members discussed future project goals and requested agenda items for the next meeting regarding budget amendments for a consultant and board appointments.

• Approved MDD Meeting Minutes for August 8, 2024

October 17, 2024, HEFC & CEFFC Agendas

The Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation (HEFC) and Newark Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation (CEFFC) will meet jointly on October 17, 2024. HEFC will consider a resolution to approve financing for Headwaters School. CEFFC will consider resolutions to approve financing for New Braunfels Christian Academy, Inc. and Hope Media Group. All items are action items with votes expected.

• HEFC resolution to approve financing for Headwaters School
• CEFFC resolution to approve financing for New Braunfels Christian Academy, Inc.
• CEFFC resolution to approve financing for Hope Media Group

October 17, 2024, City Council

City Council approved Ordinance No. A-560 to amend water and sewer rates for residential and commercial customers. The council also approved three tax-exempt loan agreements and a development services contract with AOKA Engineering. A motion was passed to add a $10,000 contribution to join the Wise Regional Water District to next month's agenda.

• Approved Ordinance No. A-560 amending water and sewer rates (All approved)
• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for New Braunfels Christian Academy, Inc. and First Financial Bank, N.A. (All approved)
• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for Headwaters School and Independent Bank (All approved)
• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for Hope Media Group and Zions Bancorporation, N.A. DBA Amegy Bank (All approved)
• Approved awarding development services contract to AOKA Engineering (All approved)
• Approved adding a resolution and $10,000 contribution for Wise Regional Water District to next month's agenda (All approved)
• Approved September 2024 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports (All approved)

October 17, 2024, City Council

The Newark City Council will discuss and consider an ordinance amending water and sewer rates for residential and commercial customers. Other significant items include resolutions for tax-exempt loans to three organizations, a presentation and possible action on joining the Wise Regional Water District, and a discussion on speed bumps for Hudson Street. The consent agenda covers approval of September minutes, payables, financial statements, and staff reports.

• Ordinance A-560 amending water and sewer rate schedule for residential and commercial customers
• Resolutions for tax-exempt loans to New Braunfels Christian Academy, Headwaters School, and Hope Media Group
• Discussion and possible action on joining the Wise Regional Water District
• Consideration of awarding a development services contract to AOKA Engineering
• Request for speed bumps on Hudson Street

September 19, 2024 City Council

Council approved a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy to lower residential and commercial rates. The city also authorized the purchase of a Public Works vehicle and allocated up to $300,000 for water well projects. An agreement for baseball field access and a budget amendment were also approved.

• Approved August 14 meeting minutes, budget meeting minutes, August accounts payables, and financial statements
• Approved Ordinance No. A-558 for the Atmos Energy negotiated settlement
• Approved agreement with Excel Knights Baseball Club for field access at $1 per year
• Approved Resolution No. 369 to finance a new Public Works Department vehicle
• Approved allocation of up to $300,000 for four water well projects
• Approved Ordinance A-559 to amend the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget
• Tabled participation in Wise Regional Water District to next month

September 19, 2024 City Council

The City Council will discuss participation in the Wise Regional Water District and the city budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. The body will also consider a settlement with Atmos Energy and a vehicle purchase for Public Works.

• Discussion and possible action on joining Wise Regional Water District
• Ordinance No. A-558 regarding a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy
• Agreement with Excel Knights Baseball Club for field access on Rogers Rd.
• Purchase of a new Public Works Department vehicle and Resolution No. 369 for financing
• Ordinance A-559 regarding the city budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022

September 11, 2024,Budget

The City Council approved a property tax rate of $0.400620 per $100 of assessed value for tax year 2024. This represents a 0.524% increase over the previous rate. The council also ratified the property tax increase required for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Budget.

• Approved 2024 property tax rate of $0.400620 per $100 assessed value (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 368 ratifying property tax increased revenue for FY 2024-2025 budget (4-0)

September 9, 2024 Budget

The City Council held a public hearing and approved Ordinance No. A-556. This action adopts the annual budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and authorizes appropriations for city support and debt payments.

• Approved Ordinance No. A-556 adopting the 2024-2025 annual budget (5-0)

August 22, 2024 Budget

The council approved the voter-approved tax rate for the 2024-2025 budget. Members also discussed the new City Hall building budget and potential changes to sewer and water rates.

• Approved 2024-2025 tax rate of $0.40062 per $100 assessed value (4-0)

August 14, 2024 City Council

City Council approved the 2021-2022 annual audit report and a special event permit for Cruisin’ Days 2024. The council also approved July 2024 accounts payable, financial statements, and staff reports. No action was taken regarding a proposed 8-unit apartment building at Central and Berke.

• Approved July 18, 2024 Council and Budget meeting minutes
• Approved July 2024 Accounts Payable and Financial Statements
• Approved July staff reports for Municipal Court, Building Permits, Code Enforcement, and Public Works
• Accepted 2021-2022 annual audit report
• Approved special event permit for Cruisin’ Days 2024
• No action taken on proposed 8-unit apartment building at Central and Berke

August 08 2024 MDD Board

The Municipal Development District Board approved the 2024-2025 budget. The approved budget includes $35,000 in spending and a carryover of $206,116.59.

• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adopted 2024-2025 budget with $35,000 spending and $206,116.59 carryover

July 18, 2024 Budget

The council held a budget workshop to discuss all funds for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Budget. Public Works Director Allen proposed increasing funds for street improvements and purchasing an additional truck. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Discussed proposed public works budget; no action taken

July 18, 2024 City Council

The City Council approved funding for architectural plans for a new City Hall and an interlocal agreement for cyber liability coverage. The council also approved June 2024 financial and staff reports. A proposal to purchase storm sirens was tabled for future consideration.

• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes, June 2024 accounts payables, June 2024 financial statements, and June 2024 staff reports
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Texas Municipal League for cyber liability and data breach coverage
• Approved $10,000 for architectural plans for the new City Hall (3-0, with Mayor Pro Tem Raines recused)
• Tabled purchase of storm sirens

July 11, 2024 MDD Board

The board approved the meeting minutes from June 13, 2024. Members held a budget workshop to discuss potential funding for storm sirens and architectural plans for a new City Hall.

• Approved MDD Meeting Minutes for June 13, 2024

June 20, 2024 City Council

The City Council approved a final plat submission request for a 60.002-acre property in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The council also approved previous meeting minutes, financial statements, and staff reports. Budget meeting dates for July and August were established.

• Approved May 16 and June 5 meeting minutes, May 2024 accounts payables, May 2024 financial statements, and May 2024 staff reports
• Approved Final Plat submission request from PMB Rolling V Land LP for 60.002 acres in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• Set budget meeting dates for July 8, July 18, August 22, and August 29, 2024

June 13, 2024 MDD Board

The Board approved the meeting minutes from December 14, 2023. Members discussed potential future projects, including riverwalks and ball park utilization. A budget meeting was scheduled for July 11, 2024.

• Approved MDD Meeting Minutes for December 14, 2023 (All approved)
• Scheduled first budget meeting for July 11, 2024 (All approved)

June 05, 2024 Budget

The council reviewed budget projections and payables for the current fiscal year. Discussions included the potential for a new city hall and increasing the number of resident deputies. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

May 16, 2024 City Council

City Council approved several financing resolutions for education centers and awarded a contract for a 300,000 gallon welded steel tank. The council also approved two final plat requests in the extraterritorial jurisdiction and authorized a pump station expansion. No action was taken on the proposed new City Hall building.

• Awarded Ground Storage Tank and Hydropneumatics Tank contract to Bulldogs Steel Products Inc. for $693,466.00 (All approved)
• Approved North Pressure Plane High Service Pump Station Expansion not to exceed $206,534 (All approved)
• Approved financing for Emery/Weiner Center for Jewish Education via Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation (All approved)
• Approved issuance of Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation Education Revenue Bonds for The Hughen Center, Inc. (All approved)
• Accepted 2020-2021 Annual Audit (All approved)
• Approved final plat for PMB Rolling V Land LP. (22.01 Acres) (All approved)
• Approved final plat for PMB Rolling V Land LP. (27.384 Acres) (All approved)
• Approved hiring of a new public works employee (All approved)

April 29, 2024 Called

City Council approved a contract for park improvements and rejected a bid for a pump station expansion. A request for water and sewer services at 610 Rogers Rd. saw no action, and two other items were tabled.

• Approved $272,500 contract for Delora Doughty Royal Park improvements to North Texas Lawn and Sprinkler, LLC (All approved)
• Rejected awarding the bid contract for the North Pressure Plane High Service Pump Station Expansion, contract 1 (All approved)
• No action taken on request for water and sewer for development at 610 Rogers Rd.
• Tabled awarding the bid contract for the Ground Storage Tank and Hydropneumatics Tank until May 16, 2024
• Tabled setting May 2024 Budget Meeting dates until May 16, 2024

April 18, 2024 City Council

City Council approved Ordinance No. A-555 to update the city's fee schedule to cover inspection and administration costs. The Council also approved an interlocal agreement with PMB Rolling V Land LP following an executive session. A decision on an electric service provider was tabled.

• Approved March 21, 2024 meeting minutes, March 2024 accounts payables, March 2024 financial statements, and March 2024 staff reports
• Tabled selection of an energy company as electric service provider
• Approved Ordinance No. A-555 amending the Fee Schedule of the Newark Code of Ordinances
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with PMB Rolling V Land LP
• No action taken on implementing building regulations within the city's ET

March 21, 2024 Council

The City Council cancelled the May 4, 2024 General Election and declared unopposed candidates elected. The council also approved a zoning change for Newark Beach Estates and a $30,000 loan for fire department radios.

• Approved Ordinance No. A-554 cancelling the May 4, 2024 General Election (All approved)
• Approved $30,000 loan for Newark Volunteer Fire Department radios to be paid back via stipend over three years (All approved)
• Approved rezoning of Lots 6-9, Block 27, Newark Beach Estates from Two-Family Residential (TF) to Single Family Residential District-1 (SF-1) (All approved)
• Approved variance request for Tony Coughlin regarding setback guidelines at 406 Rogers Rd (All approved)
• Accepted preliminary plat submission from PMB Rolling V Land LP for 52.982 acres in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (All approved)
• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports (All approved)
• Tabled Interlocal Agreement between the City and PMB Rolling V Land LP to next month

February 15, 2024 Council

City Council approved an ordinance for a joint general election with Wise County for Councilmember Places 1, 2, and 3. The Council also approved financing for the Cho-Yeh Camp and Conference Center and a preliminary plat for PMB Rolling V Land LP.

• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports
• Approved financing by Newark Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation for Cho-Yeh Camp and Conference Center, Inc.
• Approved preliminary plat submission request from PMB Rolling V Land LP for 105,560 acres in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• Passed Ordinance No. A-552 calling for a joint general election with Wise County on May 4, 2024
• No action taken regarding permitting and services request for property at 912 FM 3433

January 18, 2024 Council

Council approved an ordinance to increase residential garbage collection fees following a rate hike by Republic Services. The council also approved the bylaws for the Newark Municipal Development District. No action was taken regarding water services for 912 FM 3433 or specific zoning changes.

• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved November and December 2023 accounts payables
• Approved November and December 2023 financial statements
• Approved November and December 2023 staff reports
• Approved Ordinance No. A-551 to increase residential garbage collection fees by .65 cents per month
• Approved Resolution No 367 approving the Bylaws of Newark Municipal Development District
• Tabled request for water and sewer services at 912 FM 3433 pending research
• No action taken on planning and zoning changes