Newark public meetings in 2025

December 10, 2025 City Council

The City Council will discuss financing for First Baptist Academy and TLC Academy, as well as a budget amendment for a new Utility Billing Clerk. The body will also consider a fee increase for residential garbage collection and the selection of an architect for the Municipal Complex Project.

• Proposed increase in residential curbside garbage collection fees by $0.69 per month
• Financing for First Baptist Academy and Education Revenue Bonds for TLC Academy
• Public hearing and decision on a replat request from Christopher Johnson for property in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• Purchase and financing of a new vehicle for the Public Works Department
• Selection of an architect for the Municipal Complex Project

December 10, 2025 NCEFFC

The Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation and Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation are meeting to consider financing resolutions. The body will discuss revenue bonds for TLC Academy and a loan agreement involving First Baptist Academy.

• Resolution approving Education Revenue Bonds (TLC Academy) Series 2025A and Taxable Series 2025B
• Resolution approving a loan agreement between the corporation, First Baptist Academy, and a lender

December 10, 2025 City Council

City Council approved the selection of William Peck and associates as the architect for the Municipal Complex Project. The council also approved a new Utility Billing Clerk position, a budget amendment, and an increase in residential garbage collection fees. Financing for TLC Academy bonds was tabled.

• Approved financing for First Baptist Academy via Newark Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation
• Tabled Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation Education Revenue Bonds (TLC Academy)
• Approved replat request from Christopher Johnson for property in Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• Approved purchase and financing of new Public Works vehicle (Resolution No. 380)
• Approved contract with SC Tracking for backflow prevention tracking services
• Approved Ordinance No. A-577 increasing residential garbage fees by $0.69 per month
• Approved Ordinance No. 578 amending the city budget for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Approved new Utility Billing Clerk position with base pay of $18-$20 per hour

November 20, 2025 NCEFFC

The November 20, 2025 meeting of the Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation has been canceled. The agenda had included resolutions to approve Education Revenue Bonds (Series 2025A and Taxable 2025B) for TLC Academy and a loan agreement involving First Baptist Academy. No decisions were made.

• Resolution approving Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation Education Revenue Bonds (TLC Academy) Series 2025A and Taxable Series 2025B (proposed, not decided)
• Resolution approving loan agreement among corporation, First Baptist Academy, and a lender (proposed, not decided)

November 20, 2025 NCEFFC

The Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation will consider two resolutions: first, approving education revenue bonds (Series 2025A and taxable Series 2025B) for TLC Academy; second, approving a loan agreement among the corporation, First Baptist Academy, and a lender. Both items are up for discussion and possible adoption.

• Resolution approving Education Revenue Bonds (TLC Academy) Series 2025A and Taxable Series 2025B
• Resolution approving loan agreement among the corporation, First Baptist Academy, and a lender

November 20, 2025 City Council

The City Council will discuss financing for First Baptist Academy and TLC Academy, as well as a budget amendment and a new Utility Billing Clerk position. The body will also consider increasing residential garbage collection fees and selecting an architect for the Municipal Complex Project.

• Ordinance No. A-577 to increase residential curbside garbage pickup fees by $0.69 per month
• Financing and revenue bonds for First Baptist Academy and TLC Academy
• Public hearing and action on a replat request from Christopher Johnson for property in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• Purchase and financing of a new vehicle for the Public Works Department
• Selection of an architect for the Municipal Complex Project

November 20, 2025 City Council

The Newark City Council will consider consent items (minutes, payables, financials, staff reports) and several regular agenda items. A public hearing and action on a replat request in the extraterritorial jurisdiction are scheduled. The council will also vote on a garbage fee increase of $0.69 per residential pickup, a new Public Works vehicle purchase, a backflow prevention tracking contract, a budget amendment, a new Utility Billing Clerk position, and selection of an architect for the Municipal Complex Project. Item 7 regarding TLC Academy bonds is canceled.

• Ordinance A-577 increasing garbage collection fees by $0.69 per month per residential curbside pickup (Effective Nov 20, 2025)
• Public hearing and action on replat request from Christopher Johnson for 2.0399 acres in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (Cain T. Brush Survey, Abstract No. 29)
• Purchase and financing of a new vehicle for the Public Works Department, with Resolution No. 380
• Contract with SC Tracking for backflow prevention tracking services
• Selection of an architect for the Municipal Complex Project and authorization to negotiate an agreement

November 13, 2025 MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving prior meeting minutes, discuss future ideas with a local business owner named Tim, and deliberate on plans for placing park exercise equipment. The board will also discuss potential future projects and ideas for the district. Citizen comments are invited at the start of the meeting.

• Consider and act on meeting minutes from October 9, 2025
• Discussion with Tim, owner of (name not specified), regarding future ideas and opportunities
• Discussion, consideration, and action on plans for placement of park exercise equipment
• Discussion to provide directions regarding potential future projects and ideas

November 13, 2025 MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on the placement of park exercise equipment, as well as future project ideas. The board will also hear from Tim, owner of The Backwoods & Co., about potential opportunities. Citizen comment and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on placement of park exercise equipment
• Discussion with Tim, owner of The Backwoods & Co., regarding future ideas and opportunities
• Discussion and direction on potential future projects and ideas
• Consider and act on October 9, 2025 meeting minutes

October 16, 2025 City Council

City Council approved the creation of the West Fork Public Utility Agency and its associated interlocal cooperation agreement. The council also established a new planned development zoning area and authorized a new city website provider.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports
• Adopted Ordinance A-575 establishing Planned Development (PD) zoning for 18.62 acres south of 802 Rogers Road
• Adopted Ordinance A-576 approving the creation of the West Fork Public Utility Agency
• Approved Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for the West Fork Public Utility Agency
• Appointed City Secretary Jenni Moore as the city representative to the West Fork Public Utility Agency Board of Directors
• Authorized selection of a new website service provider and .gov domain registration not to exceed $2,000 per year
• Approved resolution to open a new bank account with higher interest rates

October 16, 2025 City Council

The Newark City Council will consider several items, including a zoning change for 18.62 acres near 802 Rogers Road to Planned Development (PD) with a base Single-Family Residential District (SF-2). The council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance A-576 and an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to create and fund the West Fork Public Utility Agency, as well as appoint a director to represent Newark. Other actions include selecting a new website service provider and registering a .gov domain, and opening a new bank account with higher interest rates.

• Ordinance A-575: zoning designation of Planned Development (PD) with base SF-2 for 18.62 acres south of 802 Rogers Road (Wise County Appraisal IDs 780040 and 740208)
• Public hearing on the proposed Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for the West Fork Public Utility Agency
• Ordinance A-576 and Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to create, operate, and initially fund the West Fork Public Utility Agency
• Appointment of a director to the West Fork Public Utility Agency representing the City of Newark
• Selection of a new website service provider and authorization to register a .gov domain for the city's official website

October 09, 2025 MDD

The Municipal Development District Board of Directors will meet to discuss updates and concrete quotes for park exercise equipment. The board will also provide direction on potential future projects and ideas.

• Discussion on park exercise equipment update
• Consideration of concrete quotes for placing park exercise equipment
• Discussion of potential future projects and ideas
• Approval of August 14, 2025 meeting minutes

October 15, 2025 MDD Board

The Board approved the meeting minutes from August 14, 2025. No actions were taken regarding concrete quotes for park exercise equipment or future projects.

• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (All approved)

City of Newark Financial Report ( )

The City of Newark received its audited annual financial report for fiscal year ended September 30, 2025. The unqualified audit opinion confirms the financial statements are fairly presented. Total government-wide net position rose by $1,100,003 to $5,763,340. The unassigned General Fund balance is $441,581, representing 10% of operating expenditures. This is an informational presentation; no decisions are being made.

• Government-wide net position increased $1,100,003 to $5,763,340
• Unrestricted net position is $559,564
• Governmental Funds ending fund balance is $6,147,040
• Unassigned General Fund balance is $441,581 (10% of operating expenditures)
• Independent auditor issued an unqualified opinion

September 18, 2025 City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a voluntary annexation and initial zoning for 18.62 acres near 802 Rogers Road, with a base zoning of Single-Family Residential (SF-2) as a Planned Development. The council will also consider a negotiated natural gas rate settlement with Atmos Energy, a resolution raising the city's capitalization threshold from $1,000 to $5,000, and contracts for water infrastructure and a municipal complex architect. Consent items include approval of August 2025 financials, minutes, and staff reports.

• Ordinance A-573: approve negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee and Atmos Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division
• Ordinance A-574 and public hearing: voluntary annexation of 18.62 acres (WCAD IDs 780040, 740208) south of 802 Rogers Road
• Public hearing and zoning: initial Planned Development (PD) with base SF-2 for the same 18.62 acres
• Resolution 378: increase the city's capitalization threshold from $1,000 to $5,000
• Contract with Hayes Engineering, Inc. for engineering services on elevated storage tanks, raw water line, and new wells

September 18, 2025 City Council

The City Council approved the voluntary annexation of 18.62 acres for ODT Holdings, LLC and authorized contracts for water infrastructure and a new municipal complex. The council also increased the city's capitalization threshold and approved a $5,000 event sponsorship.

• Approved Ordinance No. A-573 for Atmos Energy Corp. settlement
• Approved Ordinance No. A-574 annexing 18.62 acres for ODT Holdings, LLC
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Cruisin Days event
• Approved Resolution No. 378 increasing capitalization threshold from $1,000 to $5,000
• Authorized staff to proceed with forming West Fork Public Utility Agency (PUA)
• Approved engineering contract with Hayes Engineering, Inc. for storage tanks, water line, and wells
• Authorized Mayor to execute contract with architect for City Municipal Complex
• Approved August 2025 financial statements, payables, and staff reports

September 11, 2025 Budget

The City Council approved a property tax rate of $0.600000 per $100 of assessed value for tax year 2025. This represents a 58.09% increase in the tax rate. Council also ratified the property tax increase for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget.

• Approved Ordinance A-572 adopting a tax rate of $0.600000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Number 377 ratifying the property tax increased revenue for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget (5-0)

September 11, 2025 Budget

The Newark City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 property tax rate of $0.600000 per $100 assessed value. They will then consider adopting Ordinance A-572 to set that rate. They will also consider Resolution 377, which acknowledges that the adoption of the FY2025-2026 budget requires raising more property tax revenue than the previous year and ratifies the increase.

• Public hearing on proposed tax rate of $0.600000 per $100 assessed value
• Ordinance A-572 to adopt 2025 ad valorem property tax rate at $0.600000
• Resolution 377 acknowledging property tax increase and ratifying it

September 9, 2025 Budget

The Newark City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed annual budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Following the hearing, the council will discuss and consider adopting Ordinance A-571 to formally approve the budget. This is a special meeting.

• Public hearing on the 2025-2026 fiscal year annual budget
• Discussion and action on Ordinance A-571 adopting the budget

September 9, 2025 Budget

The City Council held a public hearing and approved Ordinance A-571 to adopt the annual budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This ordinance authorizes appropriations for city support and the payment of interest and principal on city indebtedness.

• Approved Ordinance A-571 adopting the 2025-2026 annual budget (3-0)

August 28, 202525 Budget

The City Council approved the proposed tax rates for the 2025-2026 maintenance and operations budget and debt service budget. The total proposed rate is $0.600000 per $100 of assessed taxable property value.

• Approved 2025-2026 Maintenance and Operation rate of $0.247026 (5-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 interest and sinking debt service rate of $0.352974 (5-0)
• Approved total proposed tax rate of $0.600000 per $100 assessed value (5-0)

August 28, 2025 Budget

The City of Newark will hold a budget workshop to discuss the 2024-2025 budget. A roll call vote is scheduled on the proposed 2025 tax rate for the city's maintenance and operations budget and debt service budget. The meeting is on August 28, 2025 at 6:00 pm.

• Budget workshop on the 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Roll call vote on proposed 2025 tax rate for maintenance and operations and debt service budgets

August 21, 2025 Budget

The City Council approved the voter-approved tax rate for the 2024-2025 maintenance and operations and debt service budgets. The total proposed rate is $0.392959 per $100 of assessed taxable property value.

• Approved 2024-2025 tax rate of $0.392959 per $100 assessed value (4-0)

August 21, 2025 Budget

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, then hold a roll call vote on the proposed 2025 tax rate that covers the maintenance and operations budget and debt service budget. This vote sets the property tax rate for the coming year.

• 2024-2025 Budget Workshop discussion and review.
• Roll call vote on proposed 2025 tax rate for maintenance and operations and debt service.

August 21, 2025 City Council

City Council approved a contract for Water Well #14 and authorized the issuance of Certificates of Obligation. The council also approved the 2023-2024 Annual Audit and funding for park exercise equipment.

• Approved Ordinance No. A-570 for Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Approved 2023-2024 Annual Audit
• Authorized Mayor to approve Developers Agreement with ODT Holdings, LLC
• Approved Resolution No. 375 setting public hearings for property annexation on September 18, 2025
• Awarded Water Well #14 bid contract to Brawlers Venture, LLC for $385,000 plus alternates
• Approved up to $15,000 from MDD Fund for park exercise equipment
• Approved Resolution No. 376 for railroad pavement markings and signs funding agreement
• Approved July 2025 accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports

August 21, 2025 City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, and a joint agreement to create the West Fork Public Utility Agency. The body will also discuss a developers agreement with ODT Holdings, LLC and the 2023-2024 annual audit.

• Ordinance No. A-570 regarding Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Developers Agreement with ODT Holdings, LLC
• Resolution No. 375 to set public hearings for proposed property annexation
• Bid contract award for Water Well #14
• Resolution No. 376 for railroad pavement markings and signs funding

August 14, 2025 MDD Board

The Municipal Development District Board of Directors will meet to discuss and act on the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board will also consider the meeting minutes from July 30, 2025.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget
• Approval of July 30, 2025 meeting minutes

August 14, 2025 MDD Board

The Municipal Development District Board of Directors approved the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board also approved the meeting minutes from July 30, 2025.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget
• Approved July 30, 2025 meeting minutes

August 11, 2025 Budget

The council held a workshop to discuss all funds for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget. City Secretary Moore presented the proposed budget and reviewed each line item. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

August 11, 2025 Budget

The Newark City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss all funds for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget. This is a discussion session only; no formal decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.

• Budget workshop — discussion on all funds for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget

July 30, 2025, MDD Board

The Municipal Development District Board will consider funding for park equipment and hold a budget workshop for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget. The board will also act on the appointment of a board secretary.

• Approval of funding for park equipment
• Budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget
• Appointment of Kevin Steidel Jr. as MDD Board secretary

July 30, 2025 MDD Board

The Board approved funding for park workout equipment and appointed a new Board secretary. Members held a budget workshop to provide guidance on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget draft.

• Approved MDD Meeting Minutes for July 10, 2025
• Appointed Kevin Steidel Jr. as MDD Board secretary
• Approved not to exceed $15,000 for workout equipment including sit up bench, push up bar, lower back, balance board and parallel bars

July 17, 2025 City Council

The Newark City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 17, 2025, to discuss and act on several items. Key actions include a resolution for railroad pavement marking maintenance, an ordinance updating the drought contingency plan, and an ordinance related to the city budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The consent agenda covers routine approvals of minutes, accounts payable, financial statements, and staff reports.

• Resolution No. 374: Advance funding agreement for maintenance of railroad pavement markings and signs
• Ordinance No. 568: Amending Chapter 13 (Utilities) Article 13.07 (Drought Contingency Plan)
• Ordinance No. 569: Budget ordinance for fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023
• Discussion and action on setting budget meeting dates

July 17, 2025 City Council

The City Council approved an amendment to the Drought Contingency Plan and a resolution for railroad pavement and sign maintenance. The council also adopted the city budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, and scheduled six budget meetings through September 2025.

• Approved June 18, 2025 Council and Budget meeting minutes
• Approved June 2025 accounts payables and financial statements
• Approved June 2025 staff reports for Municipal Court, Building Permits, Code Enforcement, and Public Works
• Approved Resolution No. 374 for railroad pavement markings and signs maintenance (Councilmember Sidebottom abstained)
• Approved Ordinance No. 568 amending the Drought Contingency Plan
• Approved Ordinance No. 569 regarding the city budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023
• Set budget meeting dates for July 31, August 11, August 21, August 28, September 9, and September 11, 2025

July 10, 2025 MDD Board

The Board approved the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. Members discussed purchasing park workout equipment and seeking grants. The Board determined that the upcoming budget season will focus on concrete, equipment, and crosswalks.

• Approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Determined budget focus for concrete, equipment, and crosswalks

July 10, 2025, MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting with a light agenda. The main item is a discussion of findings about priorities and objectives that were discussed at the June 2025 meeting. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. The meeting opens with citizen comment.

• Discussion of findings about priorities and objectives from June 2025 meeting
• Consider and act on MDD Meeting Minutes for June 12, 2025
• Citizen comment period with 3-minute limit

June 18, 2025 City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Brandon and Michelle Clarke to reduce setback requirements for an accessory structure at 101 Chisholm Court. Other items include a request to reduce water and sewer tap fees for properties owned by Chris Cook and Leo Munoz, approving a $4,500 professional services agreement for an incentives policy, and using reserve funds for drainage plan development. The council will also discuss implementing a 4-day office hours schedule and elect a Mayor Pro Tem for the next two years.

• Public hearing and action on variance request from Brandon and Michelle Clarke at 101 Chisholm Court
• Request to reduce water and sewer tap fees for properties of Chris Cook and Leo Munoz
• Professional Service Agreement with EDP Best Practices, LLC for incentives policy, not-to-exceed $4,500
• Use of reserve funds for Drainage Plan Development fees
• Discussion on implementing a 4-day office hours schedule for city operations

June 18, 2025 Budget

This is a budget workshop meeting where the Newark City Council will discuss all funds for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is purely a discussion session.

• Discussion on all funds for FY 2025-2026 annual budget

June 18, 2025 Budget

The City Council conducted a budget workshop to discuss funds for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget. No formal votes were taken; the meeting consisted of departmental reviews and discussions on potential equipment and security needs.

June 18, 2025 City Council

The City Council approved a transition to a 4-day office hours schedule for city operations. Council members also elected Chris Raines as Mayor Pro Tem for the term of May 2025 through May 2027. Other actions included approving a variance for a residential accessory structure and a professional service agreement for an incentives policy.

• Approved variance for reduced setback requirements at 101 Chisholm Court
• Approved discount for water and sewer tap fees for 529 Berke Street
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with EDP Best Practices, LLC not to exceed $4,500
• Approved use of reserve funds for Drainage Plan Development fees
• Approved implementation of a 4-day office hours schedule for city operations
• Elected Chris Raines as Mayor Pro Tem for May 2025 through May 2027 (3-1)
• Approved consent agenda including May 2025 financial statements and staff reports

June 12, 2025, MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District Board will consider approving a professional service agreement with EDP Best Practices, LLC for developing an incentives policy at a cost not to exceed $4,500, funded from the MDD budget. The board will also vote on the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss priorities and objectives with Council members for future planning and budgeting. Citizen comments are invited at the start of the meeting.

• Approve MDD meeting minutes from March 13, 2025
• Professional Service Agreement with EDP Best Practices, LLC for incentives policy (not to exceed $4,500)
• Discussion with Council members on future MDD board priorities and budgeting
• Citizen comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

June 12, 2025 MDD Board

The Board approved a professional service agreement with EDP Best Practices, LLC to develop an incentives policy. The board also approved the meeting minutes from March 13, 2025.

• Approved MDD Meeting Minutes for March 13, 2025
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with EDP Best Practices, LLC for incentives policy development, not-to-exceed $4,500

May 28, 2025 Budget

The Newark City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss all funds for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion on all funds for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget

May 28, 2025 Budget

The council held a workshop to discuss budget projections and department payables for the 2025 fiscal year. No formal votes or budget approvals were recorded during this session.

• Requested drainage study recap be added to city website

May 15, 2025 City Council

City Council approved the publication of a notice to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, and accepted the 2022-2023 Annual Audit. The council also scheduled budget meetings and rescheduled the June council meeting. Items regarding property annexation and the election of Mayor Pro Tem were tabled.

• Approved Resolution No. 373 to publish notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Approved 2022-2023 Annual Audit
• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports
• Set budget meeting dates for May 28, June 18, and June 30
• Rescheduled June 2025 city council meeting to June 18 at 7:00 p.m.
• Tabled Resolution No. 374 regarding proposed property annexation
• Tabled election of Mayor Pro Tem for May 2025 through May 2027

May 15, 2025 City Council

The Newark City Council will consider a resolution to authorize publishing notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025, and another resolution setting public hearing dates for annexation of certain property. They will also discuss the 2022-2023 annual audit, a drainage plan, and future MDD projects. Additionally, the council will elect a Mayor Pro Tem and may reschedule the June meeting. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, accounts payable, financial statements, and staff reports.

• Resolution 373: authorize publication of notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Resolution 374: set dates for two public hearings on proposed property annexation
• Discussion and action on 2022-2023 Annual Audit
• Presentation from Wise County Committee on Aging/Meals on Wheels capital campaign
• Election of Mayor Pro Tem for May 2025 through May 2027

May 12, 2025 Called

The City Council approved Ordinance A-567 to officially canvass the results of the May 3, 2025 general election. The results confirmed the election of Mayor Cardwell, Councilmember Payne, and Chris Raines.

• Approved Ordinance A-567 canvassing the May 3, 2025 general election results

May 12, 2025 l Called

The Newark City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and act on Ordinance A-567, which canvasses the results of the May 3, 2025 general election. This is a procedural step to certify the election outcomes.

• Consideration and potential approval of Ordinance A-567 canvassing the May 3, 2025 general election

May 8, 2025 MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss priorities and objectives for future planning and budgeting with council members. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific rezonings, contracts, or public hearings.

• Consider and act on MDD meeting minutes for March 13, 2025
• Discussion with council members regarding priorities and objectives for future MDD board planning and budgeting

May 8, 2025 MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District Board will hold a regular meeting with largely procedural items, including approval of March 13, 2025 minutes. The main substantive item is a discussion with City Council members on priorities and objectives for future board planning and budgeting. Citizen comment is invited before the discussion.

• Consider and act on the MDD Meeting Minutes for March 13, 2025
• Discussion with Council members regarding priorities and objectives for future MDD board planning and budgeting

April 17, 2025 NCEFC

The Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation is meeting to discuss and potentially approve financing for three separate organizations. The body will review resolutions related to educational and foundation facilities.

• Financing resolution for Brazos Christian School, Inc.
• Financing resolution for Camp for All Foundation
• Financing resolution for New Braunfels Christian Academy, Inc.

April 17, 2025 City Council

The City Council approved three separate resolutions for tax-exempt loan agreements involving Brazos Christian School, Camp for All Foundation, and New Braunfels Christian Academy. Council also voted to implement PSAs for future developments and approved a resolution to finance expenditures.

• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for Brazos Christian School, Inc. (All approved)
• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for Camp for All Foundation and Regions Capital Advantage, Inc. (All approved)
• Approved tax-exempt loan agreement for New Braunfels Christian Academy, Inc. (All approved)
• Approved Resolution No. 372 expressing intent to finance expenditures (All approved)
• Approved implementation of PSAs for future developments (All approved)
• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports (All approved)

April 17, 2025 City Council

The City Council will consider several tax-exempt loan agreements for educational and camp foundations. The body will also discuss the implementation of developer review fees, a drainage study, and improvements to the city's utility system.

• Loan agreements for Brazos Christian School, Inc., Camp for All Foundation, and New Braunfels Christian Academy, Inc.
• Implementation of Developer Review Fees
• Improvements, construction, and equipping of the City's utility system
• Drainage study within Newark city limits
• Code Violation complaint at 526 Post Oak Dr.

April 7, 2025 Called

City Council directed the Public Works Director to obtain updated pricing for a 500,000-gallon elevated tank, a water and drainage survey, and other adjustments. The council took no action on the design of a new municipal complex or the funding for utility and complex projects.

• Directed Public Works Director to get updated pricing on 500,000-gallon elevated tank, water and drainage survey, and other adjustments (Approved)
• Took no action on designing, constructing, and equipping a new City municipal complex (Approved)
• Took no action on funding utility infrastructure improvements and new City municipal complex (Approved)

April 7, 2025 Called

The City Council will consider and act on the design, construction, and equipment of a new municipal complex. The body will also discuss improvements to the city's utility system and how to fund both projects.

• Construction and equipping of a new City municipal complex
• Improvements to the City's utility system
• Funding for utility infrastructure and the new municipal complex

March 20, 2025 City Council

The City Council approved a two-year electric service contract with Shell Energy and updated water and sewer tap fees. The council also appointed a new member to the Municipal Development District Board and authorized the mapping of existing truck routes.

• Approved Shell Energy as electric service provider for a 2-year contract
• Approved Ordinance No. A566 updating Water and Sewer Tap Fees and adding Meter Set Fees
• Approved replat submission request for 416 FM 718 (Jon Young)
• Approved Pinnacle Bank's Positive Pay services
• Appointed Kevin Steidel to the Municipal Development District (MDD) Board of Directors
• Approved service agreement between MDD Board of Directors and EDP Best Practices
• Directed staff to map existing truck routes, price signage, and develop a new route
• Approved February 2025 minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports

March 20, 2025 City Council

The Newark City Council will hold a public hearing and consider action on Ordinance No. A566 to update water and sewer tap fees and add meter set fees. Other agenda items include a replat request for 416 FM 718, selection of an electric service provider, and discussion of truck route regulations. The council will also consider adopting Pinnacle Bank's Positive Pay service to reduce fraud risk.

• Public hearing and action on replat for 416 FM 718 (Jon Young)
• Ordinance No. A566 updating utility fee schedule for water/sewer tap and meter set fees
• Selection of an electric service provider for the city
• Appointment of Kevin Steidel to MDD Board of Directors
• Discussion on adopting Pinnacle Bank Positive Pay for fraud reduction

March 13, 2025 MDD Board

The Board approved a service agreement for MDD consultation with EDP Best Practices. The board also approved the meeting minutes from February 13, 2025.

• Approved MDD Meeting minutes for February 13, 2025
• Approved service agreement with EDP Best Practices for MDD consultation at $120.00 per hour

March 13, 2025 MDD Board

The Newark Municipal Development District board will vote on approving meeting minutes from February and discuss entering a service agreement with EDP Best Practices for consultation at a billed rate of $120 per hour. The meeting also includes public comment and routine procedural items.

• Consider and act on entering a service agreement with EDP Best Practices for MDD consultation at $120/hour
• Consider and act on approving the February 13, 2025 meeting minutes

February 20, 2025 City Council

The Newark City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a rezoning request for 10.3 acres at 509 Main Street from Single-Family Residential District 1 (SF-1) to Planned Development District (PD). Other agenda items include resolutions for bond financing for Annunciation Orthodox School and The Hughen Center, replat requests, an amended regional water/wastewater memorandum of understanding involving multiple cities and Wise County, and a code enforcement violation. Consent agenda items covering minutes, accounts payable, financial statements, and staff reports are also set for approval.

• Rezone request for 509 Main Street, 10.3 acres from SF-1 to Planned Development District
• Amended MOU for regional water/wastewater solutions with 9 cities and Wise County, with $10,000 from Newark
• Resolution approving financing for Annunciation Orthodox School via Newark Higher Education Finance Corporation
• Resolution authorizing education revenue bonds (Series 2025A and B) for The Hughen Center, Inc.
• Replat submission request for property in the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction (Watson, 2.55 + 0.95 acres)

February 20, 2025 NCEFC

The Newark Cultural Education Finance Corporation will consider two resolutions: approving a tax-exempt loan agreement with Annunciation Orthodox School and authorizing the issuance of education revenue bonds for The Hughen Center, Inc. The meeting is to decide these financing matters for local educational institutions.

• Resolution approving a loan agreement with Annunciation Orthodox School and Truist Commercial Equity, Inc. for a tax-exempt loan
• Resolution authorizing issuance of Education Revenue Bonds (Series 2025A and Taxable Series 2025B) for The Hughen Center, Inc.
• Approval of related documents: trust indenture, preliminary and final official statements, and public hearing

February 20, 2025 City Council

City Council approved a rezoning request for a 10.3-acre property on Main Street and authorized financing for the Annunciation Orthodox School and The Hughen Center, Inc. The council also approved two replat requests and a regional water memorandum of understanding.

• Approved financing for Annunciation Orthodox School (All approved)
• Approved Education Revenue Bonds for The Hughen Center, Inc. Series 2025A and 2025B (All approved)
• Approved replat request for Maritsa Del Rosario Hernandez Lopez for 2.1400 acres (All approved)
• Approved replat request for Stephen Watson for 3.5 acres in ETJ (All approved)
• Approved rezoning of 509 Main Street from SF-1 to Planned Development District (All approved)
• Approved Amended MOU with Wise County and eight other cities for regional water/wastewater solutions (All approved)
• Approved up to $5,000 for code enforcement cleanup of 527 Pettit St. and authorization for search warrants (All approved)
• Approved January 2025 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports (All approved)

February 13, 2025 MDD Board

The Municipal Development District Board will discuss hiring a consultant for board consultation, appoint a new board secretary, and appoint a new board member. The board will also vote on meeting minutes from November 18, 2024. This is a regular meeting with citizen comment permitted.

• Discussion and possible action on hiring a consultant for MDD Board consultation
• Consideration of appointing a new board secretary
• Consideration of appointing a new board member
• Approval of MDD Meeting Minutes for November 18, 2024

February 13

The Municipal Development District Board approved the appointment of Kevin Steidel Jr. to a vacant board position and as board secretary, pending City Council approval. The board also approved the minutes from November 18, 2024.

• Approved MDD Meeting Minutes for November 18, 2024
• Approved Kevin Steidel Jr. as board secretary (pending City Council approval)
• Appointed Kevin Steidel Jr. to vacant board member position (pending City Council approval)
• Tabled hiring of a Consultant for MDD Board consultation

January 16, 2025 City Council

Council approved an ordinance for a joint general election with Wise County for Mayor and Councilmember Places 4 and 5. The council also approved a setback variance for an accessory building at 509 Oak Hills Drive and declined action on a lease amendment with American Tower.

• Approved Ordinance No. A-564 calling for joint general election on May 3, 2025
• Approved variance for reduced side yard setbacks at 509 Oak Hills Drive
• Took no action on lease amendment with American Tower
• Approved December 2024 meeting minutes, accounts payables, financial statements, and staff reports
• Tabled SF-2 rezoning for Property ID: 732903 pending application for planned development zoning

January 16, 2025 City Council

The Newark City Council will discuss and possibly act on a rezone request for Property ID 732903 from Single-Family Residential District 1 to District 2, a lease amendment with American Tower, and a variance request from Jake Payne for a reduced side yard setback at 509 Oak Hills Dr. The Council will also consider an ordinance calling a joint general election with Wise County for May 3, 2025, for Councilmember Places 4, 5, and Mayor.

• Discussion with Otavio & Lisa Ramos on rezone of 10.3 acres from SF-1 to SF-2 (Property ID 732903)
• Discussion and possible action on a lease amendment with American Tower
• Public hearing and vote on variance request from Jake Payne at 509 Oak Hills Dr
• Consideration of Ordinance No. A-564 ordering a May 3, 2025 general election for Places 4, 5 and Mayor
• Consent agenda includes approval of December 2024 minutes, accounts payable, financial statements, and staff reports