Oak Point public meetings in 2024

City Council

The council will discuss accepting a donation for a dog park, easing chicken enclosure setbacks, and a consulting agreement for insurance. They will vote on opting into the Kroger opioid settlement, authorizing a city manager executive search, and amending the interlocal fire agreement with Denton County. A presentation on future road projects is also on the agenda.

• Discuss accepting a monetary donation for a dog park
• Amend Article 2.06.003 to allow chicken enclosures closer than 100 feet
• Consider and act on consulting agreement with HUB International Texas, Inc. for employee insurance consulting
• Consider and act to opt into Kroger Texas Statewide Opioid Settlement Agreement
• Consider and act to authorize executive search agreement with Strategic Government Resources for City Manager

The Oak Point City Council approved several items, including a no-cost consulting agreement with HUB International Texas, Inc. for employee insurance benefits, and denied the single bid for a pickleball court due to it exceeding the budget. The council also discussed allowing chicken enclosures within 20 feet of a home (100 feet from neighbors) and directed staff to draft an ordinance. Other approvals included landscape plans, an interlocal agreement amendment for fire services, opting into the Kroger opioid settlement, and authorizing a city manager search.

• Approved consulting agreement with HUB International Texas, Inc. (5-0)
• Denied bid for pickleball court (5-0)
• Approved landscape plan for Wildridge Phase 7 (5-0)
• Approved landscape, facade, and screening plans for Lot 4 of Point 720 Addition (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Oct 22 and Nov 20 meetings (5-0)
• Approved amendment to interlocal agreement with Denton County for fire services (5-0)
• Opted into Kroger Texas Statewide Opioid Settlement Agreement (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Strategic Government Resources for city manager search (5-0)

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation, City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission are meeting jointly for a workshop to discuss the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan, presented by Halff. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Workshop discussion on the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan (Halff)

The EDC, City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint workshop to discuss the Final Draft of the FM 720 Corridor Zoning Overlay. Several updates were made to the draft, including changes to land use terminology, pavement width notes, and limitations on single-family attached dwellings. No formal votes or final approvals were taken; the workshop was for discussion only.

• Changed land use from 'Single-Family Dwelling-Attached (Townhomes)' to 'Single-Family Dwelling-Attached'
• Added note in Table V.B for pavement width referencing Chapter 5 of Oak Point Code of Ordinances
• Added criterion for design excellence in urban design, architecture, landscape, open space, connectivity, and placemaking
• Updated attached unit limit from five to four per building
• Reduced residential density from 45 to 7 dwelling units per gross acre
• Added minimum dwelling unit gross floor area of 2,000 square feet
• Modified parking requirements to allow up to 10% of off-street spaces as golf cart parking (min. 8 ft x 12 ft)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and select a company to provide interim city manager services, and authorize the mayor to enter into an agreement. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss the interim city manager position.

• Select a company to supply interim city manager services and authorize the mayor to enter into an agreement

The Oak Point City Council unanimously approved a motion to authorize the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Strategic Government Resources (SGR) to supply interim City Manager services. The vote was 7-0. The council then went into closed session to discuss the interim city manager personnel matter but took no action upon reconvening.

• Approved agreement with Strategic Government Resources for interim City Manager services (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss federal grants for safety improvements. The body will also consider and act upon the removal of a damaged tree in Jake’s Place Park.

• Discussion of Federal Grants for Safety Improvements
• Authorization for removal of damaged tree in Jake’s Place Park
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes

The Oak Point Parks and Recreation Commission approved the removal of a damaged tree in Jake's Place Park and approved the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting. They also discussed potential federal grants for sidewalk safety improvements and future agenda items, including replacing the tree and a possible dog park.

• Approved minutes from November 13, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)
• Authorized staff to remove damaged tree in Jake's Place Park (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a replat of Lots 21, 22, 25, and 26, Block B, Knob Hill Lake Estates, to combine them into a single 0.716-acre lot. Staff recommends approval with a condition to relocate the signature block on the plat. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on replat of Lots 21, 22, 25 and 26, Block B, Knob Hill Lake Estates into Lot 21R (0.716 acre)
• Commission action on replat request from Dmitry Kaplun and Ekaterina Kaplun
• Property located in Oak Point Extra Territorial Jurisdiction at High Meadow Drive and Wild Valley Drive
• Staff recommendation: approval with condition to move signature block on plat

City Council

The Oak Point City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 28.029 acres from Single-Family Residential Estate (RE-5) to Planned Development No. 22. Consent agenda includes an interlocal agreement with Denton County for fire protection services. Regular agenda also includes accepting the FY2022-2023 audit, casting votes for the Denton Central Appraisal District Board, and discussions on boat ramp improvements, newsletter distribution, and long-term planning.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 28.029 acres on Tract 7A, A0338A J.O. Dickson Survey, from RE-5 to PD-22
• Resolution authorizing Fire Chief to execute an interlocal agreement with Denton County for fire protection services in unincorporated areas for FY2024-2025
• Resolution accepting the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Audit presented by Brooks Watson and Company
• Resolution to cast 8 votes in the election of the Denton Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Discussion regarding improvements to the boat ramp and long-term planning for road and building maintenance

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 28.029 acres at the southeast corner of Sunset Cove and Dickson Lane from RE-5 (minimum 5-acre lots) to Planned Development No. 22 for 17 single-family homes on minimum 1-acre lots. The commission is also set to approve final plats for 201 Lloyds Road and Prairie Oaks Phase 4, and elect officers. Staff recommends approval subject to development standards.

• Public hearing and consideration of rezoning for 28.029 acres at Sunset Cove and Dickson Lane from RE-5 to PD-22 for 17 single-family lots
• Approval of final plat for 201 Lloyds Road
• Approval of final plat for Prairie Oaks Phase 4
• Election of Debbie Peterman as Chairperson and Bill Gusick as Vice Chairperson
• Future agenda item: presentation from Mustang SUD on capacity

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved August meeting minutes and discussed updates including a needed republishing of the pickleball court bid to fix a plan discrepancy, a parking kiosk selling 133 day passes in the trailing 30 days, and future meeting rescheduling to meet City Council deadlines. Commissioners also considered options for a damaged tree at Jake's Place Park and discussed promoting Monarch Waystations on private property and in future park landscaping.

• Approved minutes from August 12, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)
• Pickleball court bid must be republished due to discrepancy between advertised plans and engineer's plans
• Parking kiosk generated 133 day passes in trailing 30 days, mostly on weekends
• Commissioner Hall to meet with a local tree carver for pricing on carving the damaged tree at Jake's Place Park
• Board discussed promoting Monarch Waystations for private property and incorporating requirements into Jake's Place Park landscaping

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation, along with City Council and Planning and Zoning, held a joint workshop to review a commercial corridor and regulating plan for FM-720 presented by Halff & Associates. The board also approved minutes from September and received a financial report, retail recruitment update from Catalyst Commercial, and discussion on future outlook of FM-720. No action was taken on economic development incentives.

• Joint workshop on commercial corridor and regulating plan for FM-720
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024 meeting
• Review of financial report and retail recruitment update from Catalyst Commercial
• Discussion of future outlook of FM-720 corridor including potential residential uses
• Installation of wayfinding signs and monument sign in progress

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation, City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint workshop. The session is for discussion regarding the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan with Halff.

• Discussion regarding the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan (Halff)

City Council

The City Council meeting includes mayoral proclamations for public awareness and recognition. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Proclamation of October 2024 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Proclamation of November 10th - November 16th as Veteran’s Appreciation Week

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation approved minutes from the August 13 meeting and reviewed the August financial report. The board received updates on business mentorship, retail recruitment, and legal roles of the EDC and MDD.

• Wayfinding sign construction scheduled to begin September 18
• Lump-sum rental assistance payment for La Rustica scheduled for October 1
• Joint work session with Halff scheduled for October 22
• Approval of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0 vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Oak Point Planning and Zoning Commission approved final plats for 1170 Cedar Pine Lane, Wildridge Phase 8, and Chaparral Park Phase II, as well as a site plan for a retail center at FM 720 and McCormick Road. Nominations for chair and vice chair were tabled due to absences. Oaths of office were administered to five recently appointed commissioners.

• Approved final plat for 1170 Cedar Pine Lane with conditions (school/utility/post office verification, signature block fix, engineer requirements)
• Approved final plat for Wildridge Phase 8 with conditions (remove 'Alleys' from dedication, signature block fix, engineer requirements)
• Approved final plat for Chaparral Park Phase II with conditions (change description to 'Final', verification letters, engineer requirements)
• Approved site plan for a retail center at FM 720 and McCormick Road, conditioned on labeling as Lot 4, Block A
• Tabled nominations for Planning and Zoning Commission chair and vice chair until next regular meeting

City Council

The Oak Point City Council is considering adopting Ordinance No. 2024-09-634, which would approve a service and assessment plan for the Chaparral Park Public Improvement District and levy special assessments on properties in Improvement Area #1. The ordinance formalizes the method of assessment, payment terms, and penalties for delinquent assessments. A public hearing was already held on September 25, 2024, and no formal objections were filed.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-09-634 for the Chaparral Park Public Improvement District
• Approval of the Service and Assessment Plan and Improvement Area #1 Assessment Roll
• Levy of special assessments on properties within Improvement Area #1
• Establishment of penalties and interest on delinquent assessments

City Council

The Oak Point City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY 2024-2025 budget and property tax rate, including ratifying a property tax revenue increase. They will also discuss a 5.30% rate adjustment for Republic Services trash collection, road improvements on Winchester Road, and appoint a municipal court judge. The agenda includes reports on finances, permits, and public safety.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY 2024-2025 budget and property tax rate
• Ratification of property tax revenue increase reflected in the budget
• 5.30% rate adjustment for Republic Services trash collection based on CPI
• Road improvements to Winchester Road from McCormick Road north
• Appointment of Caprice Garcia as Municipal Court Judge

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2024-2025 budget, ratified the property tax revenue increase, and adopted the 2024 property tax rate after a public hearing with no comments. It also approved the EDC and MDD budgets, a 5.30% Republic Services rate adjustment (5-1), and appointed Caprice Garcia as Municipal Court Judge. No action was taken from closed session.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 City budget (6-0)
• Ratified property tax revenue increase in FY 2024-2025 budget (6-0)
• Adopted 2024 property tax rate (6-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-2025 EDC budget (6-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-2025 MDD budget (6-0)
• Approved 5.30% Republic Services rate adjustment (5-1)
• Appointed Caprice Garcia as Municipal Court Judge (6-0)
• Approved minutes with correction and republishing pickleball court bid (6-0)

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation held a joint workshop with the City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan for the FM-720 corridor, presented by Halff & Associates. The EDC board also conducted routine business, including administering oaths to newly appointed directors, electing officers for the coming term, and approving minutes from the previous meeting. No public input was received.

• Administered oath of office to newly appointed EDC/MDD Directors Peterman and Weiler
• Re-elected President Armstrong, Vice President Wootton, Treasurer Ashley, and Secretary Harris
• Approved minutes from the July 9, 2024 EDC/MDD meeting
• Joint workshop discussion on the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan for FM-720 by Halff & Associates

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission appointed Candy Risher as Chairperson and Christina Brown as Vice Chairperson. Members discussed a damaged tree in Jake’s Place Park and the next steps for a boat ramp planning grant.

• Boat ramp parking kiosk processed $820 in payments
• Pickleball court project bid opening scheduled for September 25
• Installation of rubber swing mats at Jake’s Place Park
• Discussion of using a damaged tree in Jake’s Place Park for wood carving art
• Planning to recruit for a rain collection workshop with Kim Wootton at Winter Fest

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the August 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0). Staff reported that the pickleball court bid must be republished due to a plan discrepancy, and the commission discussed preserving or removing a damaged tree in Jake’s Place Park, with a commissioner to gather carving cost info. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed damaged tree in Jake’s Place Park; no action taken
• Discussed Monarch Waystation; no formal action
• Noted pickleball bid needs republishing; no action taken

City Council

The City Council is considering three resolutions to redeem a total of $180,000 in Special Assessment Revenue Bonds from the Wildridge Public Improvement District (PID) prior to maturity. These bonds were issued in 2018 and 2019 for Improvement Areas #1, #2, and #3. The redemption is scheduled for October 1, 2024, at par plus accrued interest.

• Redeem $45,000 of Series 2018 bonds for Wildridge PID Improvement Area #1 (maturing 2048)
• Redeem $55,000 of Series 2018 bonds for Wildridge PID Improvement Area #2 (maturities 2028 and 2048)
• Redeem $80,000 of Series 2019 bonds for Wildridge PID Improvement Area #3 (maturities 2029, 2039, and 2049)
• Total bond redemptions from this agenda: $180,000

City Council

The only item on this agenda is a ceremonial proclamation declaring September 2024 as LIVE UNITED Month in support of United Way of Denton County. No other business is scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Proclamation declaring September 2024 as LIVE UNITED Month

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

These are minutes of the July 9 joint meeting of the Oak Point Economic Development Corporation and Municipal Development Corporation, not an agenda for August 13. The boards approved the MDD budget and the EDC budget for FY 2024-2025 with line-item adjustments, and discussed a proposed business mentoring program, forming a subcommittee. Other updates included delayed wayfinding signs and a character code project.

• Approved MDD budget for FY 2024-2025 (motion passed 6-0)
• Approved EDC budget for FY 2024-2025 with printing at $3,000 and advertising at $30,500 (motion passed 6-0)
• Wayfinding signs installation delayed; staff working with vendor on new timeline
• Discussed Character Code project and potential to expedite
• Formed subcommittee (Directors Weiler, Risher, Vice President Wootton) to explore business mentoring program

The Oak Point EDC and MDD boards reappointed their existing officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary) and approved the July 9, 2024 minutes, both by 4-0 votes. A joint workshop with City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission heard a presentation from Halff & Associates on a zoning strategy for the FM-720 commercial corridor, with feedback to be incorporated before the next workshop. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Reappointed Armstrong as President, Wootton as Vice President, Ashley as Treasurer, Harris as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved July 9, 2024 EDC/MDD minutes (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the FY 2024-2025 budget with an amendment increasing professional fees from $10,000 to $20,000. The commission also discussed a needed $83,000 local contribution for boat ramp planning to secure a $250,000 TPWD match. Previous meeting minutes were approved, and updates noted no major damage at Jake's Place Park beyond a fallen tree limb.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 PARC Budget with amendment raising Professional Fees from $10,000 to $20,000 (passed 5-0 after a 2-3 failure on an earlier motion)
• PARC must provide $83,000 toward boat ramp planning to receive a $250,000 match from TPWD
• No major damage at Jake’s Place Park; only a large tree limb fell
• Future agenda items include boat ramp planning, rainwater workshop, and damaged tree at Jake’s Place Park

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a request to approve a final plat subdividing 2.33 acres at 1170 Cedar Pine Lane into two single-family residential lots. The property is zoned R-3X, and staff recommends disapproval due to missing notes and verifications. The commission also approved minutes from May 7, a preliminary plat for Prairie Oaks Phase 4, and a final plat for Prairie Oaks Hidden Oaks Trail in previous actions.

• Request to approve final plat for 2.33 acres at 1170 Cedar Pine Lane into two single-family lots (staff recommends disapproval)
• Approval of preliminary plat for Prairie Oaks Phase 4
• Approval of final plat for Prairie Oaks Hidden Oaks Trail
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 7, 2024
• No public comments received

City Council

The Oak Point City Council will consider and act upon a proposed tax rate of $0.430000 per $100 for FY 2024-2025, which is unchanged from last year but exceeds the No New Revenue rate of $0.409359. The council will take a record vote to place the rate on a future agenda and will approve resolutions scheduling public hearings for the proposed tax rate (September 18) and the proposed budget (August 21). Final adoption of both is scheduled for September 18.

• Proposed tax rate of $0.430000 per $100, with $0.418664 for M&O and $0.011336 for debt; expected to raise $458,746 more than last year due to property value increases
• Record vote required to place the proposed tax rate on a future agenda (Agenda Item #5)
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the 2024 tax rate on September 18, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (Resolution 2024-08-23R, Agenda Item #6)
• Resolution to set a public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 budget on August 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (Resolution 2024-08-24R, Agenda Item #7)

The Oak Point City Council held a workshop on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and tax rate, then voted to place a proposal for a $0.430000 tax rate (higher than the No New Revenue rate of $0.409359) on a future meeting agenda. The council also approved resolutions calling for public hearings on the proposed tax rate and budget, scheduled for September 18 and August 21, 2024, respectively. All votes were 6-0 except the tax rate agenda placement, which passed 5-1 with Council Member Hawrysio voting no and Council Member Dufford absent.

• Placed $0.430000 tax rate proposal on future agenda (5-1, Hawrysio no, Dufford absent)
• Approved resolution for public hearing on proposed 2024 tax rate, Sept 18, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved resolution for public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget, Aug 21, 2024 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to approve the 2024 Annual Service Plan Update for Public Improvement District No. 2, including the updated Assessment Roll. This routine annual update sets the annual installments and collections for property owners in the district. The ordinance authorizes the filing of the plan with Denton County.

• Approval of Ordinance 2024-07-624 adopting the 2024 Annual Service Plan Update for PID No. 2
• Outstanding assessment of $6,815,000 on 236 lots in South Oak Phases 1 and 2
• Annual installment due January 31, 2025 totals $509,153.46 (principal, interest, additional interest, and collection costs)
• Annual collection costs budgeted at $47,715.96 for administration, auditing, and trustee fees

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to the city's speed limit ordinance and provide direction on implementing an ambulance service. The body will also review June 2024 financial, municipal court, and permits reports.

• Amendment to Chapter 12, Article 12.03 of the city's speed limit ordinance
• Direction to staff regarding the implementation of an ambulance service
• Interlocal Agreement with Denton County for the Radio Communications System for FY 2024-2024
• June 2024 Financial Report showing $4,290,273 in property taxes received year-to-date
• Closed session to deliberate real property and appointments to various city boards and commissions

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Economic Development Corporation, City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop regarding the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan. The session includes an activity by Halff & Associates focused on future development looks for the property at the northeast corner of FM-720 and Shanan Prairie Rd.

• Workshop regarding the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan
• Discussion of future developments at the NE corner of FM-720 and Shanan Prairie Rd

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed the preliminary FY 2024-2025 budget and received updates on park usage. Staff is researching permitted uses at Jake’s Place Park for a potential community garden. The board also discussed implementing temporary 'no parking' signs near Crescent Oaks Boat Ramp.

• Approval of May 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Researching community garden potential at Jake’s Place Park
• Boat ramp parking kiosk used for 41 day passes in its first 14 days
• Discussion of temporary 'no parking' signs near Crescent Oaks Boat Ramp

City Council

The Oak Point City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed city budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. No official action is scheduled during this meeting.

• Discussion of the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 city budget

City Council

The City Council approved the 2024 Annual Service Plan Update for Wildridge Public Improvement District No. 1. This ordinance levies special assessments on property within the district's extraterritorial jurisdiction to pay for roadway maintenance and DPS services. The plan also establishes a district project fund and creates liens against assessed properties.

• Approval of 2024 O&M Annual Service Plan Update for Wildridge PID No. 1
• Levy of special assessments for roadway maintenance and DPS services
• Creation of a district project fund
• Establishment of liens against ETJ assessed property

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment reviewed several requests regarding property setbacks and structures. Decisions included approving a staircase variance at 1227 Cedar Pine Lane and denying a garage exception at 520 Diamond Point. The meeting also addressed proposed boat shelter and setback reductions for other local properties.

• Approved variance for exterior staircase enclosure at 1227 Cedar Pine Lane
• Denied special exception for detached garage at 520 Diamond Point
• Discussed boat shelter special exception at 1609 Lakeshore Boulevard
• Discussed setback variance for property at Bronco and Saddle Trail

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Economic Development Corporation, City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop. The meeting is for discussion regarding the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan with Halff.

• Discussion regarding the Commercial Corridor and Regulating Plan (Halff)

City Council

The council is reviewing building permits issued in April 2024, covering residential and commercial types. The agenda also includes the fiscal year 23/24 monthly court report detailing case filings and fine collections.

• April 2024 building permits for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC
• Monthly court report for FY 23/24
• Traffic and non-traffic case filing statistics
• City fine collections and remittances to the state

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Economic Development Corporation, City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session regarding the Commercial Corridor and Form-Based Code. Representatives from Halff & Associates presented an update on the FM 720 Corridor Character Code and provided a timeline for services.

• Approval of the March 12, 2024, EDC meeting minutes
• Presentation on the Oak Point FM 720 Corridor Character Code

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission approved final plans to put the Jake’s Place Park pickleball courts out to bid. Members also established a process for nominating community members for official proclamations. Staff provided updates on the boat ramp parking kiosk and ongoing research into garden ordinances.

• Approved final plans to bid pickleball courts at Jake’s Place Park
• Established nomination process for community proclamations
• Boat ramp parking kiosk installation scheduled for May 21
• Ongoing research regarding community garden and prairie plant ordinances

City Council

The City Council is ordering a public hearing for June 26, 2024, to consider an ordinance levying assessments within the Wildridge Public Improvement District No. 1. These assessments would fund roadway maintenance and DPS services for specific improvement areas in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The preliminary 2024 service plan update is available for public inspection.

• Public hearing scheduled for June 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
• Proposed assessments for roadway maintenance and DPS services
• Estimated cost of operation and maintenance is $831,440.58
• Covers Improvement Areas #1, #2, #3, and #4 within the ETJ

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for Cedar Pine Lane, Lot 2R, Block E, which had been denied in March. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 2, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of preliminary plat for Cedar Pine Lane, Lot 2R, Block E
• Approval of April 2, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The Oak Point City Council held a special meeting to discuss and act on Public Improvement District (PID) matters. They received presentations on operation and maintenance budgets and timelines for assessment levies and bond issuance for the Chaparral Park and Oak Point 720 PIDs. The council voted 6-0 to approve a resolution accepting a petition and ordering a public hearing for the creation of the Chaparral Park PID.

• Resolution approved to create Chaparral Park Public Improvement District
• Workshop on PID operation and maintenance budgets and assessment levy timeline
• Presentation on assessment levy and bond issuance for Chaparral Park PID
• Presentation on assessment levy and bond issuance for Oak Point 720 PID
• Monthly reports on court, building permits, police, and fire activities

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation, City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss the Commercial Corridor and Form-Based Code, including the initial FM 720 Corridor Zoning Framework. The board will also consider approving minutes from the March 12, 2023 meeting. Public input is allowed, but no action will be taken on non-agenda items.

• Workshop on Commercial Corridor and Form-Based Code with Halff
• Initial FM 720 Corridor Zoning Framework to be shared
• Consider and act upon minutes from March 12, 2023 EDC meeting
• Public input opportunity for citizens

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Oak Point Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to consider approving final plans to put pickleball courts at Jake's Place Park out for bid. They will also vote on minutes from the April 11 meeting, hear updates from the Management Analyst, and discuss nominations for proclamations. Public input is allowed on items not on the agenda, but no action can be taken on those.

• Approve final plans to put Pickleball Courts at Jake's Place Park to bid
• Approve minutes from April 11, 2024 regular meeting
• Discussion about nominations for proclamations
• Updates from Management Analyst
• Public input period

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Oak Point Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted on a special use permit for a reduced roof pitch at 520 Diamond Point Drive, but the motion failed 3-3. The commission also considered a request to replat 2.33 acres at 1170 Cedar Pine Lane into two single-family residential lots, with staff recommending approval subject to conditions.

• Special use permit for roof pitch less than 8:12 at 520 Diamond Point Drive — motion failed 3-3
• Replat of 2.33 acres (Lot 2R, Block E, Shore Acres Addition) into two lots (1.160 and 1.170 acres) at 1170 Cedar Pine Lane
• Staff recommendation for replat approval with conditions including 30-foot rear setback and drainage easement clarification
• Public comment requested updating the Residential Code; city uses 2021 International Building Code
• Minutes from March 5, 2024 meeting approved 6-0

City Council

The Oak Point City Council is voting on a resolution to create the Chaparral Park Public Improvement District, a special district that would fund up to $50 million in public improvements—such as streets, parks, water and wastewater facilities—through assessments on property owners within the district. The district covers about 131.7 acres west of FM 720 between Martop Road and McCormick Road. The resolution includes findings from a public hearing held on April 30, 2024, and would take effect immediately upon passage.

• Creates Chaparral Park Public Improvement District under Chapter 372 of Texas Local Government Code
• District covers approximately 131.705 acres west of FM 720 between Martop Road and McCormick Road
• Estimated total cost of authorized improvements: $50,000,000, paid by property assessments
• City will not fund improvements; developer may fund certain costs
• District will be managed by the city without an advisory board

City Council

The Oak Point City Council held a regular meeting with presentations on Prairieland Reclamation, monthly financial, court, permit, and public safety reports, and updates from council liaisons. The council approved the consent agenda, including canceling the May 4 general election and authorizing an interlocal agreement with Denton County for dispatch services. A public hearing was held and an ordinance amending the sign ordinance regarding attached signs was approved with modifications.

• Ordinance amending Subsection 10.03.099(e)(11)(B) regarding attached signs approved
• General Election on May 4, 2024 canceled
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Denton County for dispatch services approved
• Public hearing on sign ordinance amendment held with two residents speaking in favor
• Monthly reports presented: financial, municipal court, permits, and public safety

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Oak Point Parks and Recreation Commission held a regular meeting with routine items and updates. They approved the previous meeting's minutes, heard staff updates on parking at the boat ramp, the pickleball court project, and a parking kiosk, and discussed adding mats under swings at Jake's Place Park. The commission also discussed rainwater harvesting and a pollinator garden, with future agenda items including these topics.

• Approved minutes from the December 11, 2023 regular meeting (5-0)
• Staff recommends waiting to observe summer parking patterns before buying parking marking devices at the boat ramp
• CCA Landscaping is creating a final plan for the pickleball court project
• Discussed adding mats under swings at Jake's Place Park; staff to return with purchase option
• Discussed planting native plants along northern property line at Jake's Place Park and potential grant opportunities

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review requests for property setbacks and accessory structure placements. The body will decide on a side yard setback reduction and two special exceptions regarding the location and size of a garage.

• Variance request for 1227 Cedar Pine Lane to reduce side yard setback from 10 feet to 7 feet 6 inches for an enclosed stairway
• Special exception request for 520 Diamond Point Drive to place an accessory structure between the main house and street right of way
• Special exception request for 520 Diamond Point Drive to increase maximum accessory structure size from 1,200 to 2,023 square feet

City Council

The Oak Point City Council is holding a special meeting to workshop Public Improvement District (PID) operation and maintenance budgets and timelines, and to hear presentations on assessment levy and bond issuance for the Chaparral Park and Oak Point 720 PIDs. The council will also consider a resolution to accept a petition and order a public hearing on creating the Chaparral Park PID. Public input is allowed on non-agenda items.

• Workshop on PID operation and maintenance budget costs, assessment levy timeline, and required notices
• Presentation on Chaparral Park PID assessment levy and bond issuance timeline
• Presentation on Oak Point 720 PID assessment levy and bond issuance timeline
• Resolution to accept petition and order public hearing on Chaparral Park PID creation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Oak Point Planning & Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to disapprove a preliminary plat for Lot 2R, Block E on Cedar Pine Lane because it did not comply with state rules on septic systems near water wells. The commission also held a public hearing and voted 7-0 to recommend amending the sign ordinance to allow larger attached signs, replacing the current size limit with a new formula.

• Preliminary plat for Cedar Pine Lane, Lot 2R, Block E disapproved 7-0 over Texas Administrative Code Section 285.4 septic/water well conflict
• Public hearing drew six residents opposing the plat and three supporting larger signs
• Commission recommends replacing sign size rule with: 'Attached signs mounted shall not exceed two square feet of building or leasehold frontage' and a 3-foot setback
• Minutes from February 6, 2024 meeting approved 7-0
• No future agenda items were discussed

City Council

The Oak Point City Council held a regular meeting on March 20, 2024, covering routine reports, consent agenda items, and several public hearings. The council approved zoning changes for two properties, amended ordinances to comply with state law, and approved a change order for wayfinding signs. They also discussed the possibility of starting a city-run ambulance service and future road repair plans.

• Approved zoning change for 1.168 acres in B. Eaves Survey and 2.618 acres in Pisterzi Addition from RE-5 to R-2
• Approved $22,474 change order for wayfinding signs due to TxDOT disapproval
• Discussed starting own ambulance service due to Aubrey's potential inability to serve
• Discussed future road repair plans and CIP
• Approved ordinance canceling May 4, 2024 general election and declaring unopposed candidates elected

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation board reviewed financials, received a retail market presentation, and approved a change order for wayfinding signage. The board decided to slow the retail targeting process for more input and will discuss it further in March.

• Approved change order for wayfinding signage in the amount of $22,474 (5-1 vote)
• Received retail market presentation from Catalyst Commercial
• Discussed wayfinding sign design changes required by TxDOT
• Reported attendance at ICSC retail conference in Dallas
• Discussed potential staff presence at Retail Live in Austin in August

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Oak Point Parks and Recreation Commission met and approved the December 2023 minutes. Staff provided updates on the boat ramp parking kiosk, pickleball court plans, and a grant. The commission discussed adding rubber mats under swings at Jake's Place Park and will consider pricing at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from December 11, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Boat ramp parking kiosk delivered, concrete pad poured, electrical work pending
• Preliminary pickleball court plans received, working with CCA Landscaping on bid
• Boat ramp engineering grant progressing, financial documents to be submitted
• Discussed adding rubber mats under swings at Jake's Place Park

Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a request for a special exception regarding an accessory structure. The applicant seeks to build a detached porte cochere in front of the primary residence build line.

• Public hearing and vote on special exception for a 676 sq ft detached porte cochere at 500 Norman Brinker Way
• Acceptance of the resignation of Board member Neil Collins
• Approval of minutes from the December 19, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Oak Point City Council is receiving monthly reports for January 2024, including municipal court statistics, building permits issued, and police department crime analytics. These are informational items with no decisions or proposals on the agenda.

• Municipal court: 124 new cases filed in January 2024; $12,475.52 in fines kept by city
• Building permits: 8 new single-family residential permits issued in January 2024
• Police: 1,464 total calls for service; 227 traffic stops; 7 arrests in January 2024
• 28 new case reports in January 2024, including fraud, drug possession, and assault

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Oak Point Parks and Recreation Commission approved a proposal from CCA Landscape Architects, Inc. to manage the Pickleball Court Project at Jake's Place Park. They also discussed installing security cameras at the boat ramp, expanding the city's recreation role, seeking grants for sidewalks near schools, and purchasing parking markers for the boat ramp. The meeting was routine, with no public input.

• Approved CCA Landscape Architects, Inc. as project manager for Pickleball Court Project at Jake's Place Park (5-0)
• Discussed installing security camera at Oak Point Boat Ramp, awaiting DPS recommendation
• Discussed grant opportunities for sidewalks near Oak Point Elementary School, possibly via NTCOG
• Discussed purchasing rubber parking markers for Oak Point Boat Ramp, pending budget and quote
• Approved minutes from November 13, 2023 regular meeting (5-0)

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation Board met and approved the December 2023 meeting minutes, reviewed the December financial report, and discussed the ICSC Conference and Wayfinding Signage Project. The board agreed to purchase additional wayfinding signs, not to exceed $10,000, after TxDOT restricted sign locations. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no public input.

• Approved minutes from December 12, 2023 meeting (6-0)
• Discussed financial report for December
• Agreed to purchase additional wayfinding signs, not to exceed $10,000
• Discussed ICSC Conference logistics (Feb 1-2)
• Heard update on Character Code Advisory Committee

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Oak Point Planning & Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for 530 lots on 147.785 acres in Chaparral Park, and held a public hearing on a zoning change for 1005 Fox Hollow Lane from RE-5 to R-2. The commission also discussed landscaping along FM 720 and considered ordinance amendments related to nonconforming uses and plat approvals.

• Approved preliminary plat for 530 lots on 147.785 acres in Chaparral Park
• Public hearing on zoning change for 1005 Fox Hollow Lane from RE-5 to R-2
• Discussed landscaping along FM 720
• Considered ordinance amendment for nonconforming use notices (SB 929)
• Considered ordinance amendment for plat approval timelines (HB 3699)

City Council

The Oak Point City Council approved a performance agreement with La Rustica, LLC for a restaurant, renewed interlocal agreements for fire and police services, and approved a change to City Hall hours. The meeting also included reports on finances, permits, and public safety, and a proclamation declaring February 2024 as Stormwater Month.

• Approved performance agreement with La Rustica, LLC for a restaurant (second reading)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Denton County for fire protection services, with revenue per fire call increased from $650 to $700
• Approved five-year patrol services agreement with Denton County MUDs No. 4 and No. 5, with incremental price increases
• Approved school resource officer agreements with Denton ISD and Little Elm ISD, including an amendment for Cross Oaks Elementary
• Approved revised City Hall hours: open 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday–Thursday, closed Friday afternoons (6-1 vote)

Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

The Oak Point Economic Development Corporation board approved financial assistance not to exceed $67,284 for La Rustica, LLC, and heard public comments in support. The board also reviewed a software demo from Placer.ai but decided not to subscribe at this time, and discussed updates on the Commercial Corridor Character Code and future agenda items.

• Approved incentive up to $67,284 for La Rustica, LLC
• Public hearing held; two residents spoke in support
• Authorized EDC President to execute contracts with La Rustica and VCM Oak Point Retail Ltd.
• Reviewed Placer.ai software demo; no subscription at this time
• Discussed Character Code Advisory Committee update