Princeton public meetings in 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Princeton Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider consent items, including a final plat for the 380 Forest Grove Addition, and hold a public hearing on a specific use permit for a guest house. They will also discuss preliminary plats for Garden Homes of Princeton and Beauchamp Plaza Phase 2, and consider off-site parking requirements.

• Final plat approval for 380 Forest Grove Addition, 26.33 acres, David Cherry Survey
• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit for a guest house on 0.447 acres, Harden Wright Survey
• Preliminary plat for Garden Homes of Princeton, 12.14 acres, David Cherry Survey
• Preliminary plat for Beauchamp Plaza Phase 2, 24.95 acres, Harden Wright Survey
• Discussion of off-site parking requirements

City Council

The City Council will swear in three councilmembers and appoint a Mayor Pro Tempore. The body is also considering several preliminary and final plats for residential and commercial projects, as well as infrastructure design authorizations.

• Donation of $5,000 to Princeton Police Department for the Officer Bicycle Program
• Final plat for Princeton Meadows (15.11 acres) and preliminary plats for Sicily Multifamily Phase 1, Garden Homes of Venice, and Vivere Princeton
• Development and performance agreement with United Supermarkets, L.L.C.
• Ordinance updating security requirements for parades and special events
• Annexation and development agreement for a 20.8 acre tract in the Sarah D. Terry Survey

Community Development Corporation

The Community Development Corporation will meet to discuss funding for park equipment and community center access. The board will also review financial statements and potential changes to their monthly meeting schedule.

• Resolution CD 2023-12-07-R: funding for a fitness station at Veterans Memorial Park
• Sponsorship request for scout meetings at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center
• Equipment purchase for Community Engagement
• CDC website update
• Review of CDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation will consider approving development agreements with Zoho Corporation and United Supermarkets, along with routine consent items including minutes and financial statements. The board may also enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and real property matters.

• Approve contract and development agreement with Zoho Corporation
• Approve United Supermarkets development agreement
• Approve minutes of November 6, 2023 meeting
• Review EDC financial statement and sales tax
• Set January 2024 meeting date

Economic Development Corporation

This is a notice of a possible quorum, not a regular decision-making meeting. The City Council, CDC, and EDC members may be present at a Volatus Aerospace drone demonstration at J.M. Caldwell Park. No formal actions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Possible quorum of City Council, CDC, and EDC at Volatus Aerospace Drone Demonstration
• Event at J.M. Caldwell Park, 500 W. College Avenue, Princeton, TX 75407
• Meeting time: December 4, 2023, 1:30 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Community Development Corporation

A quorum of the City Council, Community Development Corporation, and Economic Development Corporation may be present for a drone demonstration. The event is scheduled for December 4, 2023, at J.M. Caldwell Park.

• Volatus Aerospace Drone Demonstration at J.M. Caldwell Park (500 W. College Avenue)

City Council

This notice announces a possible quorum of the City Council, CDC, and EDC members. The officials are attending a drone demonstration at J.M. Caldwell Park.

• Volatus Aerospace Drone Demonstration at J.M. Caldwell Park (500 W. College Avenue)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and potentially recommend several preliminary and final plat approvals to the City Council. These items involve various land developments totaling over 85 acres across the city.

• Final Plat approval for Princeton Meadows, Block A, Lots 1-6 (15.11 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Sicily Multifamily Phase 1 (14.61 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Garden Homes of Princeton (12.14 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Garden Homes of Venice (20.73 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Vivere Princeton (24.57 acres)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on ordinances to canvass election results. This process officially records the votes from the November 7, 2023, elections.

• Ordinance No. 2023-11-20: Canvass of the November 7, 2023 Bond Election
• Ordinance No. 2023-11-20-01: Canvass of the November 7, 2023 General Election

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Princeton Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, November 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM. No items were on the agenda for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for November 20, 2023

City Council

The City Council will discuss several land development agreements and the acquisition of the Branch Volunteer Fire Department's assets. The body is also considering updates to business license fees and the hiring of new police and public works staff.

• Purchase of real and intangible business property of the Branch Volunteer Fire Department
• Final plat approvals for Princeton Estates Phase 1A (19.04 acres) and Forest Park Phase 2 (33.39 acres)
• Annexation and development agreements for Clearhaven (45.6 acres) and Crossmill PID (153.967 acres)
• Ordinance to amend the Municipal Code Appendix A business license fee schedule
• Discussion on hiring a Police Department receptionist and an additional Public Works Dispatcher

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will discuss and possibly act on several items, including contributions to city salaries, fitness court mural options, and security officers at the Deffibaugh Community Center. The board will also consider amending its bylaws and approving new business cards. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine items and an executive session.

• Discussion and possible action on CDC salary contributions to city salaries
• Discussion and possible action on fitness court mural options
• Discussion and possible action on security officers at Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center
• Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment to the CDC bylaws
• Discussion and possible action on new business cards for CDC board members

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and possibly act on several routine items, including approving minutes, financial statements, a consultant contract, a pay request from P&M Media, and renting office space for the consultant and future staff. The board will also hear a presentation on an advertisement with Trade and Industry and consider new business cards. An executive session is scheduled for real property and economic development negotiations.

• Consultant contract agreement (2023-074)
• Pay request from P&M Media (2023-075)
• Office space rental for EDC consultant and staff (2023-076)
• Advertisement with Trade and Industry (2023-077)
• New EDC business cards (2023-078)

City Council

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board will meet to review the minutes from the September 11, 2023 meeting. The board will also discuss a resolution to adopt a project plan and financing plan for Reinvestment Zone Number Six (TIRZ 6 Southridge).

• Resolution No. 2023-10-23-R01: Adopting a Project Plan and Financing Plan for TIRZ 6 Southridge

City Council

The Princeton City Council will consider approving a project plan and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Six (Southridge) and terminating Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One. The council will also vote on an ambulance services agreement with American Medical Response and a resolution adopting an invocation policy for meetings. Other items include a promotion in the fire department, a life-saving award, and discussions on the pond at JJ Book Park, building permits, cell towers, and the 6th Street reconstruction project.

• Ordinance approving project plan and financing plan for TIRZ 6 (Southridge)
• Ordinance terminating Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One
• Ambulance Services Agreement with American Medical Response Ambulance Service, INC.
• Resolution adopting an Invocation Policy for City Council and board meetings
• Resolution on request from D.L. Caldwell to remove a 5.00-acre tract from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action regarding City Manager Derek Borg. The Council may also enter into an executive session to consult with an attorney or deliberate on personnel matters related to Mr. Borg.

• Discussion and possible action regarding City Manager, Derek Borg

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss the FY24 budget and upcoming library events. The board will also consider professional development training and the holiday schedule.

• FY24 budget discussion and possible action
• Upcoming professional development and training
• Upcoming library events
• Holiday schedule discussion and possible action
• Review of June 22, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving final plats for two residential subdivisions: Forest Park Phase 2 (33.39 acres, M/I Homes) and Princeton Estates Phase 1A (19.04 acres, KB Home). The meeting also includes approval of the September minutes and public comment. No items are listed on the regular agenda.

• Final plat approval: Forest Park Phase 2, 33.39 acres, M/I Homes of DFW, LLC
• Final plat approval: Princeton Estates Phase 1A, 19.04 acres, KB Home Lone Star Inc.
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve a consulting services agreement with P&M Media LLC dba Innovaytus Solutions. The agenda also includes an executive session for legal and personnel matters, but no other substantive action items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on consulting services agreement with P&M Media LLC dba Innovaytus Solutions (Agenda item 2023-073)
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 (attorney consultation) and 551.074 (personnel matters)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to create Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 6 (Southridge) and levy assessments for the Southridge Public Improvement District Improvement Area No. 1. The council will also vote on issuing special assessment revenue bonds for the project. Consent agenda items include interlocal agreements, ETJ removal requests, and wastewater service agreements.

• Public hearing and ordinance to create Princeton TIRZ No. 6 (Southridge)
• Public hearing and ordinance levying assessments for Southridge PID Improvement Area No. 1
• Ordinance authorizing issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2023 for Southridge PID
• Interlocal agreement with Lowry Crossing for maintenance of Simpson Road PID improvements
• Two ETJ removal requests: 4.99-acre tract (Mostapha Ayachi) and 31.07-acre tract (David and Brenda Lee)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent agenda items including minutes and financial statements, followed by regular agenda items such as updates on EDO-IQ software, a Neighborhood Watch presentation, a CDC webpage update, marketing materials purchase, a bylaws amendment, and a Chamber of Commerce golf tournament.

• Discussion and possible action regarding CDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax
• Update and discussion regarding EDO-IQ's software
• Presentation and discussion regarding Princeton Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Program
• Update, discussion, and possible action regarding the CDC's new webpage
• Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment to the CDC bylaws

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a facade grant increase request, starting the RFQ process to hire an EDC consultant, approving a bylaws amendment, and adopting vision and mission statements. The board will also receive updates on community preparedness, the Bois D' Arc Business Park, broadband, and a Chamber of Commerce golf tournament. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate and economic development negotiations.

• NAIRL Facade Grant increase request (2023-064)
• RFQ process to hire an EDC consultant (2023-065)
• Bylaws amendment approval (2023-068)
• Broadband initiative update (2023-069)
• Vision and Mission Statement approval (2023-070)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone three properties: a 20-acre tract from PD32 to PD32A, a 24.57-acre tract from AG to PD40, and a 19.08-acre tract from SF-2 to SF-Z. The council will also consider resolutions to create a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ 6) and a Public Improvement District (Southridge PID), both involving public hearings. Consent agenda items include waterline replacement contracts, fee schedule amendments, and three requests to remove land from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Rezoning 20 acres from PD32 to PD32A (NRP Group, N Beauchamp Mixed Use)
• Rezoning 24.57 acres from AG to PD40 (Vivere Princeton, LLC)
• Rezoning 19.08 acres from SF-2 to SF-Z (SriSri, LLC)
• Resolution to create TIRZ 6 (Southridge) with preliminary project and financing plan
• Resolution to establish Southridge Public Improvement District and call public hearing on assessments

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending three zoning map amendments to the City Council, covering properties from The NRP Group, Vivere Princeton, LLC, and SriSri, LCC. The commission will also consider a preliminary plat for a Princeton ISD school complex and a final plat for the Monte Carlo Addition Phase 1. The agenda includes routine consent items and informational updates.

• Public hearing: ZA20231866 - zoning map amendment for 20.0-acre tract (The NRP Group)
• Public hearing: ZA20232044 - zoning map amendment for 24.57-acre tract (Vivere Princeton, LLC)
• Public hearing: ZA20232130 - zoning map amendment for 19.08-acre tract (SriSri, LCC)
• PL20230615 - preliminary plat for Mattei Middle School & James Elementary School Complex (78.08 acres, Princeton ISD)
• FP20222265 - final plat for Monte Carlo Addition Phase 1 (3.37 acres, Retail Partners, LLC)

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to consider several development agreements, including one with Children's Lighthouse and a new contract with Princeton Warehouse 2. The board will also discuss the EDC Director/President position, budget line items for Crossroads and SSD Frisco, and advertising initiatives. Several items are on the consent agenda and will be approved in one motion unless a board member requests separate discussion.

• First Addendum to Development Agreement with Children's Lighthouse to extend deadlines
• Contract and Development Agreement with Princeton Warehouse 2 for Lot 3
• Contract and Development Agreement with Midnight Land
• Discussion of Incentive-Crossroads budget line item #07-500-000-8341
• Discussion of SSD Frisco budget line item #07-500-000-8340 and remaining balance

City Council

The City Council, sitting as the Housing & Standards Commission, will hold public hearings on two properties—319 Woody Drive and 500 N. 6th Street—to determine whether each building complies with minimum standards under city ordinance Section 14-48. The council will then take action on each property.

• Public hearing and action on 319 Woody Drive (substandard structure)
• Public hearing and action on 500 N. 6th Street (substandard structure)

City Council

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board will consider and possibly approve a Project and Financing Plan for TIRZ No. 4 (Sicily). The board will also vote on minutes from the July 24, 2023 regular meeting.

• Resolution No. 2023-09-11-TR (TIRZ 4 Sicily): discussion and possible action on Project and Financing Plan for TIRZ No. 4 (Sicily)
• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2023 regular TIRZ Board meeting

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board approved the Project and Financing Plan for TIRZ No. 4 (Sicily). The board also approved the minutes from the July 24, 2023, meeting via a consent agenda.

• Approved Project and Financing Plan for TIRZ No. 4 (Sicily) (5-0)
• Approved July 24, 2023, Regular Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board Meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on adopting the FY2023-2024 operating budget and a property tax rate of $0.440226. Other items include final plat approval for the 57.31-acre Southridge Phase 1 subdivision, accepting fire equipment donations, and funding Dogwood Pump Station upgrades.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY2024 operating budget (Ordinance 2023-09-11-16)
• Public hearing and adoption of tax rate of $0.440226 for FY2023-2024 (Ordinance 2023-09-11-15)
• Final plat approval for Southridge Phase 1, a 57.31-acre tract by GRBK Edgewood, LLC
• Resolution to allocate funds for Dogwood Pump Station pump capacity upgrades and tank rehabilitation
• Request for Fire Department to receive equipment donations from IAFF 5155 Princeton Firefighters Association

City Council approved the FY 2023-2024 operating budget and set the tax rate at $0.440226. The council also authorized funds for pump station upgrades and accepted equipment donations for the Fire Department.

• Approved final plat for Southridge Phase 1 (5-0)
• Adopted FY2024 Operating Budget via Ordinance 2023-09-11-16 (5-0)
• Adopted tax rate of $0.440226 via Ordinance 2022-09-12 (5-0)
• Ratified FY 2023-2024 Budget and Tax Rate via Ordinance 2023-09-11-17 (5-0)
• Approved equipment donations from IAFF 5155 Princeton Firefighters Association to Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-09-11-R04 for Dogwood Pump Station capacity upgrades and tank rehabilitation (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving annual updates to service and assessment plans for several Public Improvement Districts (Arcadia Farms, Brookside, Crossroads, Winchester, Whitewing Trails), a resolution to repeal the juvenile curfew ordinance, and an ordinance to annex approximately 24.57 acres (Vivere). The agenda also includes public hearings on assessments for the Sicily PID and TIRZ No. 4, and discussion of a new TIRZ for Southridge.

• Ordinance to repeal juvenile curfew ordinance (No. 2014-01-13-02) in its entirety
• Annexation of ~24.57 acres (Vivere) via Ordinance No. 2023-09-11-01
• Public hearings and bond ordinances for Sicily PID (Series 2023 Special Assessment Revenue Bonds)
• Resolution to adopt official population of 26,914 as of Jan 1, 2023
• Resolution to allocate additional funds for 2nd Street reconstruction project

City Council approved a wide range of routine consent items, including several Public Improvement District (PID) annual updates and plat approvals. The council also authorized the issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds and approved the project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 4 regarding the Sicily PID.

• Approved Consent Agenda including PID updates for Arcadia Farms, Brookside, Crossroads, Winchester, and Whitewing Trails (4-0)
• Approved repeal of juvenile curfew ordinance (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plats for Princeton 20 and Morning Ridge Phases 2 & 3 (4-0)
• Approved final plats for Whitewing Trails Phase 2A and Southridge Phase 1 (4-0)
• Approved written Investment Policy for Municipal Funds (4-0)
• Approved Health Inspection Services (4-0)
• Approved Reimbursement Agreement for Sicily PID (4-0)
• Approved bond issuances and assessment ordinances for Sicily PID and TIRZ No. 4 (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a drone purchase under the Community Preparedness Initiative, an update on community events funding, and a proposed porch extension for the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center. The board will also consider approving its vision and mission statements and a vehicle purchase for the Parks & Recreation Department.

• Drone purchase update under the Community Preparedness Initiative, presented by City Fire Inspector Joe Cedeno
• Discussion and possible action on a porch extension for the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center
• Discussion and possible action to approve the CDC's Vision and Mission Statements
• Discussion and direction on purchasing a vehicle for the Parks & Recreation Department
• Update and discussion on funding allocated to Community Events

The Community Development Corporation approved the purchase of a drone and the August 8, 2023, meeting minutes. A resolution regarding Community Outreach and Preparedness Programs was tabled pending a presentation from the Princeton PD. No action was taken on several other agenda items, including vision statements and vehicle purchases.

• Approved August 8, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved CDC financial statement and sales tax (Unanimous)
• Approved drone purchase for Community Preparedness Initiative (Unanimous)
• Tabled update to Resolution No. 2023-05-09-R01 regarding Community Outreach and Preparedness Programs (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider four subdivision plats: final plats for Whitewing Trails Phase 2A and Southridge Phase 1, and preliminary plats for Morning Ridge Phases 2 & 3 and Princeton 20. The preliminary plats will include recommendations to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Final plat for Whitewing Trails Phase 2A, 51.66 acres, request by MM Princeton 854, LLC
• Final plat for Southridge Phase 1, 57.31 acres, request by GRBK Edgewood, LLC
• Preliminary plat for Morning Ridge Phases 2 & 3, 39.37 acres, request by Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group, Inc.
• Preliminary plat for Princeton 20, 20.02 acres, request by Princeton 20, LLC
• Approval of July 24, 2023 special meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved final plats for Avilla Towne Center and Southridge Phase 1. The commission also approved preliminary plats for Morning Ridge Phases 2 & 3 and Princeton 20 Addition for recommendation to City Council.

• Approved July 24, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved FP20190413: Final Plat for Avilla Towne Center (Unanimous)
• Approved FP20232393: Final Plat for Southridge Phase 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved PL20232188: Preliminary Plat for Morning Ridge Phases 2 & 3 (Unanimous)
• Approved PL20232391: Preliminary Plat for Princeton 20 Addition (Unanimous)

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to annex 24.57 acres from Vivere Princeton, LLC, and approve annual updates to service and assessment plans for several Public Improvement Districts (PIDs), including Arcadia Farms, Brookside, Crossroads, Winchester, and Whitewing Trails. The council will also discuss and possibly act on preliminary and final plats for new subdivisions, a juvenile curfew repeal, and a resolution to appoint a new Council Member for Place 4. Several items are routine consent agenda matters, and three public hearings (PD#32, PD#40, SF-Z) are cancelled.

• Public hearing and ordinance to annex 24.57 acres (Vivere Princeton, LLC)
• Final plat approval for Whitewing Trails Phase 2A (51.66 acres)
• Preliminary plat requests for Morning Ridge Phases 2 & 3 (39.37 acres) and Princeton 20 (20.02 acres)
• Ordinance repealing juvenile curfew ordinance 2014-01-13-02
• Resolution to appoint new Council Member Place 4

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending three zoning map amendments to City Council, plus act on two final plats and two preliminary plats for residential developments. The consent agenda includes approval of July 24 meeting minutes and two final plats. All items are discussion and possible action, with recommendations to City Council for the zoning and preliminary plat items.

• Public hearing: ZA20231866 — 20.0-acre zoning map amendment by The NRP Group (Hardin Wright Survey, Abstract 957)
• Public hearing: ZA20232044 — 24.57-acre zoning map amendment by Vivere Princeton, LLC (David Cherry Survey, Abstract 166)
• Public hearing: ZA20232130 — 19.08-acre zoning map amendment by SriSri, LCC (David Cherry Survey, Abstract 166)
• FP20190413 — Final plat, Whitewing Trails Phase 2A, 51.66 acres by MM Princeton 854, LLC (consent)
• FP20232393 — Final plat, Southridge Phase 1, 57.31 acres by GRBK Edgewood, LLC (consent)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly act on the proposed FY 23-24 budget and set a public hearing date. They will also consider a resolution naming the proposed tax rate for 2023 and schedule public hearings. Additionally, the council will discuss and possibly act on the resignation of Councilmember Keven Underwood (Place 4).

• Discussion and possible action on FY 23-24 proposed budget
• Resolution No. 2023-08-21-R on proposed tax rate for 2023 tax year
• Discussion and possible action on Councilmember Underwood's resignation

The City Council accepted the resignation of Councilmember Keven Underwood. Additionally, the council scheduled public hearings for the FY 23-24 proposed budget and the proposed 2023 tax rate.

• Accepted resignation of Councilmember Keven Underwood (4-0)
• Set public hearing for FY 23-24 proposed budget for September 11, 2023 (4-0)
• Set public hearing for proposed 2023 tax rate for September 11, 2023 (4-0)

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold a work session to present and discuss the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item only.

• Presentation and discussion of the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget

City Council

The Princeton City Council will consider calling a bond election and creating the Sicily Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ 4). The regular agenda also includes a public hearing on the TIRZ, resolutions for a public improvement district and a limited offering memorandum, and an ordinance ordering the November general election for five council seats.

• Ordinance calling a bond election (2023-08-14)
• Public hearing and ordinance creating Sicily Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ 4)
• Resolution for assessments on property within the Sicily Public Improvement District
• Ordinance ordering a general election on November 7, 2023 for Council Seats 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7
• Consent agenda includes FY23 budget adjustment and easements to Oncor for a transmission line

City Council approved an ordinance to hold a general election for Council Seats 3 through 7. The council also created the Sicily Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and approved several utility and easement agreements.

• Approved general election for Council Seats 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 on Nov 7, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved creation of Sicily Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone number four (4-0)
• Approved resolution to determine costs and call public hearing for Sicily Public Improvement District assessments (4-0)
• Approved Sicily Plan of Finance and distribution of Preliminary Limited Offering Memorandums (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 budget adjustment (4-0)
• Approved water and wastewater service agreement for 54.802 acres in EM Wood Survey (4-0)
• Approved five easements for Oncor transmission line (4-0)
• Scheduled Budget Workshop for August 21, 2023 (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including an update on the future recreation center, Caldwell Park, marketing displays, web content, community preparedness, and a senior exercise program. The board will also consider changing its meeting date and time and refining its mission and vision statements.

• Update and discussion on future recreation center location and size
• Update, discussion, and possible action regarding Caldwell Park
• Presentation and possible action on CDC marketing and display options from Princeton Printing
• Update and possible action on CDC website content
• Update and possible action on senior exercise program administered by Parks & Recreation

The Community Development Corporation approved funding for fire department initiatives and marketing designs. Several other items, including the future recreation center and Caldwell Park, were discussed with no action taken.

• Approved $10,000 for Fire Department Community Preparedness initiatives (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 for the purchase of a Fire Department drone (Unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with 2 marketing designs and requested a quote for 2 feather flag banners (Unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved CDC financial statement and sales tax (Unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a request for an extension from Children's Lighthouse of Princeton, the FY 23-24 budget line items, and advertising and marketing options. The board will also hear presentations on marketing display options and the EDC President job description, and may enter executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for the EDC Business Park.

• Request for extension by Isam Habboush, owner of Children's Lighthouse of Princeton (Item 2023-047)
• Presentation on EDC marketing display options by Norm Pullen of Princeton Printing (Item 2023-048)
• Discussion of FY 23-24 budget line items (Item 2023-050)
• Update on advertising options including Trade & Industry Development and Dallas Love Field Airport (Item 2023-051)
• Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for EDC Business Park

The Economic Development Corporation approved a project extension for Children’s Lighthouse of Princeton and authorized specific advertising expenditures. The board also approved the consent agenda and set the date for the September meeting.

• Approved 18-month extension for Children’s Lighthouse of Princeton with requirement for updates every 3-4 months (Unanimous)
• Approved half-page ad with Trade & Industry and $5,000 baggage claim ad with Dallas Love Field Airport (Unanimous)
• Approved July 6, 2023 Special Meeting minutes and EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax (Unanimous)
• Scheduled September meeting for Tuesday, September 12 at 6pm (Unanimous)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will meet on August 1, 2023, to discuss and possibly act on several items, including an update on the future recreation center, Caldwell Park, a senior exercise program, and CDC marketing. The meeting includes a consent agenda for routine items like minutes and financial statements, and an executive session for legal consultation.

• Update and discussion on future recreation center location and size, presented by Kimley-Horn
• Update, discussion, and possible action regarding Caldwell Park
• Presentation and discussion on CDC marketing and display options by Princeton Printing
• Update and possible action on senior exercise program administered by Parks & Recreation
• Discussion and possible action on CDC mission and vision statements

The Community Development Corporation approved $35,000 for Fire Department community preparedness initiatives and a drone. The board also approved moving forward with two marketing designs and feather flag banners. Several other items regarding the recreation center and Caldwell Park were discussed with no action taken.

• Approved $10,000 for FD Community Preparedness initiatives and $25,000 for a Fire Department drone (Unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with 2 marketing designs and requested a quote for 2 feather flag banners (Unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes and financial statement/sales tax (Unanimous)
• Added vehicle purchase for Parks & Recreation, grant reporting, and drone information to future agendas

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances related to the Eastridge Public Improvement District, including levying assessments and issuing special assessment revenue bonds. The council will also discuss the Parks and Library Bond Program, a final plat for Avilla Towne Center, and updates to the Comprehensive Plan and US 380 widening. Consent items include approval of minutes and easements to Texas New Mexico Power.

• Public hearing and ordinance to levy assessments for Eastridge PID Improvement Area No. 2
• Ordinance authorizing $0 Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2023 for Eastridge PID
• Final plat approval for Avilla Towne Center on a 13.82-acre tract
• Presentation and discussion on Parks and Library Bond Program results
• Discussion on relocating decorative monuments for TxDOT US 380 widening

City Council approved several ordinances related to the Eastridge Public Improvement District, including assessments and the issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds. The council also approved a final plat for Avilla Towne Center and engineering for Greenfield Acres Road rehabilitation.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Avilla Towne Center final plat and TNMP easements (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-07-24 levying assessments for Eastridge PID Improvement Area No. 2 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-07-24-01 amending Project and Financing Plans for TIRZ Number Three (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-07-24-02 authorizing Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for Eastridge PID (4-0)
• Tabled EDC president job description (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-07-24-R01 for Greenfield Acres Road rehabilitation engineering and design (4-0)

City Council

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board will consider and possibly approve an amended and restated project and financing plan for the Eastridge TIRZ. The board will also vote on the minutes from its February 13, 2023 meeting. The consent agenda includes routine items that may be enacted in one motion unless a member requests separate discussion.

• Consider and approve Amended and Restated Project and Financing Plan for the Eastridge TIRZ (Resolution No. 2023-07-24-TR)
• Discussion and possible action regarding the minutes of February 13, 2023 Regular TIRZ Board Meeting

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board approved the minutes from the February 13, 2023 meeting. The Board also approved an amended and restated project and financing plan for the Eastridge TIRZ.

• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Amended and Restated Project and Financing Plan for Eastridge TIRZ (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a final plat for the Avilla Towne Center development and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update for the 380 LAR Corridor. The consent agenda includes approval of the June 20, 2023 minutes. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per speaker.

• Final plat approval for Avilla Towne Center, 13.82 acres, requested by NexMetro Towne Center, LP
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update: 380 LAR Corridor Plan
• Approval of June 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Avilla Towne Center and the meeting minutes from June 20, 2023. The commission also held a discussion regarding the 380 LAR Corridor Plan.

• Approved Final Plat for Avilla Towne Center (unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2023 special meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 17, 2023 at 6:00 PM. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt its proposed FY 23-24 budget, following a public hearing. The board will also hear presentations from local organizations and consider various facility and marketing updates. The agenda includes routine consent items like minutes and financial statements.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of CDC FY 23-24 proposed budget
• Presentation from People Feeding Princeton and Community Lifeline
• Sponsorship options with Princeton Lowry Crossing Chamber of Commerce
• Updates on Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center (deposits, furniture, generator, landscaping)
• CDC marketing display options presented by Princeton Printing

The Community Development Corporation approved its FY 23-24 budget and allocated funds for local event sponsorships and website costs. The board also authorized a budget increase for outdoor fitness court artwork and approved a one-time customer refund.

• Approved FY 23-24 budget allocations and final budget (unanimous)
• Approved $10,500 for Princeton Lowry Crossing Chamber of Commerce sponsorships (unanimous)
• Approved $300 for CDC website domain and associated items (unanimous)
• Approved one-time $250 refund for a customer (unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 budget increase for outdoor fitness court artwork, bringing total to $230,000
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes and financial statement (unanimous)

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold public hearings and consider several development-related items, including a rezoning for a grocery store, creation of a reinvestment zone, and agreements for the Sicily and Eastridge developments. The consent agenda includes final plats for Quail Ridge and Eastridge, preliminary plats for Hazelwood South, Buff & Shine, and Princeton Crossroads/U-Haul, plus a Verizon tower license agreement and funding resolutions for parks and road projects.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 25.44 acres from C-1/AG to PD#40 (C-2/MF-2) for Beauchamp Grocery Store
• Public hearing on creation of Reinvestment Zone Number Four (Sicily) and consideration of a Chapter 380 agreement with Sicily Laguna Azure LLC
• Resolution to call public hearing for Eastridge Public Improvement District assessments
• Resolution authorizing up to $75,000 for Community Outreach Programs at the Deffibaugh Community Center
• Tower Site License Agreement with Verizon Wireless for property at 512 Main Street

City Council approved a series of development plats, a rezoning request for a 25.44-acre tract, and several infrastructure funding resolutions. The council also authorized an economic development agreement for Sicily Laguna Azure LLC and updated the Council Relations Policy.

• Approved Consent Agenda including four plats, Verizon tower license, and various park/road funds (4-0)
• Approved Sicily Laguna Azure LLC Economic Development Agreement (4-0)
• Approved resolution to call public hearing for Eastridge PID assessments (4-0)
• Approved resolution for project and financing plan amendments for Reinvestment Zone Number Three (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 25.44-acre Beauchamp Grocery Store site to Planned Development 39 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Council Relations Policy, Rules of Order, and Code of Ethics (4-0)
• Approved funding for Highway 380 12" waterline replacement project (4-0)
• Approved first amendment to Northgate Apartments at Monticello Development Agreement (4-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the proposed FY 23-24 budget, including a public hearing and a vote to adopt it. The board will also hear presentations on marketing display options and Chamber of Commerce sponsorship opportunities. Several routine items, such as minutes and financial statements, are on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of EDC FY 23-24 budget
• Discussion of EDC marketing display options with Princeton Printing
• Presentation on sponsorship options with Princeton Lowry Crossing Chamber of Commerce
• Possible action on September 2023 meeting date
• Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations (Business Park)

The Economic Development Corporation approved the FY 23-24 budget after removing a $141,880 allotment for an EDC Director position. The board also allocated funds for two local community events. Marketing display options and the September meeting date were tabled.

• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax (Unanimous)
• Removed $141,880 allotment for EDC Director position, reducing General Fund transfer to $137,884 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 23-24 budget for presentation to City Council (Unanimous)
• Allocated $2,000 to Back to School Bash (Unanimous)
• Allocated $4,000 to Christmas Parade (Unanimous)
• Tabled marketing display options until August meeting
• Tabled September 2023 meeting date until August meeting

City Council

The Princeton City Council will vote on several development plats, including final plats for Quail Ridge Phase 1 and Eastridge Phase 2B, and preliminary plats for Hazelwood South Community Center, Buff & Shine, and Princeton Crossroads/U-Haul. They will also hold public hearings on creating a reinvestment zone for Sicily PID and on assessments for the Eastridge PID. Additional items include a tower site license agreement with Verizon, funding resolutions for JJ Book Wilson Memorial Park and Teakwood Drive reconstruction, and updates on luxury apartments, health inspections, wayfinder signage, and Myrick Lane construction.

• Final plat approval for Quail Ridge Phase 1 (6.05 acres) by Princeton Townhome, LLC
• Final plat approval for Eastridge Phase 2B (43.418 acres) by GRBK Edgewood, LLC
• Tower site license agreement with Verizon Wireless for property at 512 Main Street
• Resolution allocating additional funds for JJ Book Wilson Memorial Park Phase 1 construction
• Public hearing on creation of Reinvestment Zone Number Four (Sicily PID)

City Council

The June 26 City Council meeting is canceled due to a lack of quorum. All public hearings and other scheduled matters will be conducted at the July 10 Regular City Council Meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• All items moved to July 10 Regular City Council Meeting

Library Advisory Board

The Board approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023, meeting. Several agenda items regarding programs and the budget were discussed, but no action was taken on them. The Board voted to cancel the meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023.

• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled August 17, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet in special session to receive information, discuss, and possibly take action on selecting a General Counsel for the City. The agenda contains only this single substantive item.

• Receive information, discussion and possible action to select a General Counsel for the City

The City Council held a special meeting to select a General Counsel for the city. The motion to approve the selection was passed unanimously.

• Approved selection of General Counsel (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Princeton Planning & Zoning Commission holds a special meeting to approve final plats for Eastridge Phase 2B and Quail Ridge Phase 1. The body also holds public hearings on two zoning map amendments and reviews preliminary plats for three other developments. All items are subject to recommendation to City Council.

• Final plat approval for Eastridge Phase 2B (43.418 acres) requested by GRBK Edgewood, LLC
• Final plat approval for Quail Ridge Phase 1 (6.05 acres) requested by Princeton Townhome, LLC
• Zoning map amendment for 24.08-acre tract requested by 380 Forest Grove Property, LP
• Zoning map amendment for 25.44-acre tract requested by Retail Partners-MC Princeton, LLC
• Preliminary plat approvals for Hazelwood South Comm, Princeton Business Park, and Princeton Crossroads

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three preliminary plats and two zoning map amendments. One zoning request for a 24.08-acre tract was approved with conditions following a public hearing.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Eastridge Phase 2B (unanimous)
• Approved FP20190889 (unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 380 forest Grove Property, LP with conditions (3-2)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Retail Partners-MC Princeton, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Hazelwood South Community Center (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Princeton Business Park, Block B, Lot 5 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Princeton Crossroads, Block C, Lot 5 (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Princeton Library Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several upcoming events and the budget. Items include the summer reading program, a movie night, the July Spectacular, and the August schedule. The board will also receive a budget update and consider future agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action on the summer reading program (2023-012)
• Discussion and possible action on movie night at the municipal complex (2023-013)
• Discussion and possible action on the July Spectacular (2023-014)
• Budget update (2023-015)
• Discussion and possible action on August activities/schedule (2023-016)

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning changes, including a request to rezone 0.252 acres from single-family to general commercial for a funeral home and a separate rezoning of 38 acres from PD-14A to PD-14A-1. The council will also discuss a November 2023 park bond election, approve the sale of city-owned property at 228 N. 2nd Street, and consider resolutions for water infrastructure projects and park improvements.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 0.252 acres from SF-1 to C-2 for Charles Smith Funeral Home
• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 38 acres from PD-14A to PD-14A-1 for Hazelwood Villas, LLC
• Presentation and discussion on a November 2023 Park Bond Election
• Ordinance approving the final sale price of city property at 228 N. 2nd Street
• Resolution authorizing $1,787,000 in additional funding for water main CIP projects (GTUA contract with BELT Construction)

City Council approved the annexation of 1.787 acres of land and two rezoning requests for a planned development and a funeral home. The council also authorized funding for water main projects, the Eastridge Booster Station, and Caldwell Park restrooms and shade structures.

• Approved final sale price of property at 228 N. 2nd Street (4-0)
• Approved resolution for Reinvestment Zone Number Four/Sicily PID (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 38.032 acres from PD-14A to PD-14A-1 (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.252 acres for Charles Smith Funeral Home from SF-1 to C-2 (4-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 1.787 acres (4-0)
• Established policy requiring agenda items from boards, council, and departments by Wednesday (4-0)
• Authorized additional funding for BELT Construction for Water Main CIP Projects 6, 8, and 17 (4-0)
• Approved funding and execution of documents for Caldwell Park Restrooms and Shade Structure and Eastridge Booster Station (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will discuss and possibly approve a budget adjustment for a Fitness Court at Veterans Memorial Park, along with a resolution for senior workout programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center. The board will also consider marketing display options, a premium webpage quote, and community event funding. A public hearing for the FY 23-24 budget is proposed for July 11, 2023.

• Budget adjustment for Veterans Memorial Park Fitness Court (Item 2023-044)
• Resolution authorizing in-kind contributions for Senior Resident Workout Programs at Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center (Item 2023-045)
• Update on CDC marketing display options (Item 2023-042)
• Discussion on CDC premium webpage quote and community engagement equipment (Item 2023-043)
• Discussion on funding for community events and a party trailer (Item 2023-046)

The Community Development Corporation approved several budget increases for digital infrastructure and community events. The board also authorized a budget line item for a Fitness Court at Veterans Memorial Park and approved senior resident workout programs.

• Approved $6,000 budget increase for CDC webpage upgrade (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 line item for Communications Equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 line item for Veterans Memorial Park Fitness Court, minus 2020 funding (Unanimous)
• Approved in-kind contributions for Senior Resident Workout Programs (4-1)
• Approved increasing Events budget by $35,000 this year and $25,000 next year (3-2)
• Approved public hearing for FY 23-24 budget for July 11, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Tabled CDC marketing display options to July agenda

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold a work session to discuss and set its budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. No votes or final decisions are expected at this work session.

• Discussion of CDC FY 2023-2024 budget

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss routine items, including minutes and financial statements, and to consider several action items: upcoming trainings, airport advertising, global marketing metrics, the EDC Director position, and setting a public hearing for the FY 23-24 budget. The board may also enter executive session for legal matters.

• Set public hearing for FY 23-24 budget for July 6, 2023
• Discussion on airport advertising initiative
• Update on global marketing and advertising initiatives with Trade and Industry
• Update on EDC Director position
• Approval of minutes from May 1, 2023 meeting

The Economic Development Corporation approved the job listing, salary, and procedures for the EDC Director position. The board also scheduled a public hearing for the FY 23-24 budget. Routine financial statements and previous meeting minutes were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax (Unanimous)
• Approved job listing, salary, and procedures for EDC Director position (4-1)
• Set FY 23-24 budget public hearing for July 6, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Directed EDC Coordinator to use Princeton Printing for airport advertising ad

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation is holding a work session to discuss and set its budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The agenda includes only this budget discussion item, with two budget worksheet versions attached for review. No formal votes or other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of EDC FY 2023-2024 budget
• Budget worksheet FY 23-24 (updated 05.10.23) attached
• Budget worksheet FY 23-24 attached

City Council

The Princeton City Council will consider denying a rate increase from SiEnergy, LP, and discuss incentive agreements for new economic development. The consent agenda includes property sales on N. 2nd Street and an easement for Oncor electrical infrastructure.

• Resolution to deny SiEnergy rate increase proposed in May 2023
• Incentive agreement for economic development on a 20.56-acre tract (Princeton Landing)
• Sale of city-owned properties at 414, 418, and 228 N. 2nd Street
• Grant of easement to Oncor at Bridgewater lift station for underground electrical lines
• Public hearing and ordinance for a commercial antenna specific use permit on 83.57 acres

City Council approved the sale of three city-owned properties and denied a proposed rate increase from SiEnergy, LP. The council also approved a specific use permit for a commercial antenna and an incentive agreement for the Princeton Landing development. A proposal to engage a consulting firm for personnel matters was tabled.

• Approved sale of 418 N. 2nd Street, 414 N. 2nd Street, and 228 N. 2nd Street (5-0)
• Approved First Addendum to Development Agreement with SSD at Frisco, LLC (5-0)
• Approved grant of easement to Oncor at Bridgewater lift station site (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (5-0)
• Tabled engagement of consulting firm for personnel matters (4-1)
• Approved specific use permit for commercial antenna on 83.57 acres (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05-22-R denying SiEnergy, LP rate increase (5-0)
• Approved Princeton Landing incentive agreement with 12-month max payout (3-2)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss issuing a request for proposals to engage a consulting firm to review personnel matters, including staffing levels, talent allocation, and workplace culture. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion on issuing a request for proposals for a consulting firm to review city personnel matters

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending to City Council three zoning map amendments (for Hazelwood Villas, Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home, and a City of Princeton commercial antenna specific use permit) and a preliminary plat for the Princeton 28 Addition. The consent agenda includes approval of the April 17, 2023 meeting minutes. The meeting is a regular session with public comment allowed.

• Public hearing ZA20220264: 38.03-acre zone map amendment request by Hazelwood Villas, LLC
• Public hearing ZA20230861: 0.252-acre zone map amendment request by Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home
• Public hearing SUP20230942: Specific Use Permit for commercial antenna at various city sites
• PL20230969: Preliminary plat for 1.61-acre Princeton 28 Addition by Riata Development
• Consent agenda: approval of April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved recommendations to City Council for two zoning map amendments, one specific use permit, and one preliminary plat. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from April 17, 2023.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for Hazelwood Villas, LLC zoning map amendment (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home zoning map amendment (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for City of Princeton commercial antenna Specific Use Permit (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for Riata Development preliminary plat for Princeton 28 Addition (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will consider resolutions authorizing up to $75,000 for community outreach programs and in-kind contributions for senior resident programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center. The board will also discuss updates to community center policies, landscaping, hours of operation, and FY24 budget allocations. This special meeting was called after the May 2 regular meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum.

• Resolution 2023-05-09-R01: authorize up to $75,000 for Community Outreach Programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center
• Resolution 2023-05-09-R02: authorize in-kind contributions for Senior Resident Programs at the same community center
• Discussion and potential action on updates to Community Center policies, procedures, landscaping, and hours of operation
• Discussion and possible action regarding FY24 budget allocations and setting a budget workshop date
• First addendum to Development Agreement with SSD at Frisco, LLC to extend deadlines and update notice addresses

The Community Development Corporation approved funding for outreach programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center. The board also updated the center's operating hours and approved preliminary FY24 budget allocations. A resolution for senior resident programs was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved $75,000 for Community Outreach Programs at Deffibaugh Community Center (Unanimous)
• Tabled resolution for Senior Resident Programs in-kind contributions (Unanimous)
• Approved moving Deffibaugh Community Center closing time to 11pm, and 1am for July 4 and Dec 31 (Unanimous)
• Approved Deffibaugh Community Center landscaping (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary FY24 budget allocations (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of a CDC website and requested cost analysis (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of marketing displays from Princeton Printing (Unanimous)
• Approved First Addendum to Development Agreement with SSD at Frisco, LLC (Unanimous)

City Council

The council approved a rezoning of 41.733 acres from Agricultural to C-2 Commercial (4-0), authorized expedited police vehicle purchases (4-0), and rejected a $5 attendance fee for the July Spectacular while keeping a $10 parking fee and $5 kid zone fee (3-1). The council also tabled an economic development incentive agreement for Princeton Landing until the next meeting (4-0) and approved an annexation and development agreement for a 24.57-acre tract (3-1).

• Approved rezoning of 41.733 acres from AG to C-2 Commercial (4-0)
• Authorized expedited police patrol car purchases (4-0)
• Rejected $5 attendance fee for July Spectacular; kept $10 parking fee and $5 kid zone fee (3-1)
• Tabled incentive agreement for Princeton Landing economic development (4-0)
• Approved annexation and development agreement for 24.57-acre BC2 Reality tract (3-1)
• Approved appointment of Michael Crawford to EDC Board (3-1)
• Approved appointment of Michelle Burk to CDC Board (3-2, mayor broke tie)
• Approved FY22 audit completion statement (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider resolutions authorizing up to $75,000 for community outreach programs and in-kind contributions for senior resident programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center. The board will also discuss updates to community center policies, landscaping, hours of operation, FY24 budget allocations, and a potential CDC website. Consent agenda items include an addendum to the SSD at Frisco development agreement, meeting minutes, and financial statements.

• Resolution 2023-05-02-R01: authorize up to $75,000 for Community Outreach Programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center
• Resolution 2023-05-02-R02: authorize in-kind contributions for Senior Resident Programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center
• First Addendum to Development Agreement with SSD at Frisco, LLC to extend deadlines and update notice addresses
• Discussion on FY24 budget allocations and setting a budget workshop date
• Discussion on community center landscaping and hours of operation

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss and potentially approve routine items, including extending deadlines for SSD at Frisco, LLC, and approving minutes and financial statements. They will also discuss the Master Communications Plan, the EDC Director job posting, a Specific Use Permit for a communication tower, FY24 budget, and grant program changes.

• First Addendum to Development Agreement with SSD at Frisco, LLC to extend deadlines
• Specific Use Permit application for communication tower on EDC 30-acre property on CR1219
• FY24 budget allocations and budget workshop date
• New funding limits for EDC Facade and Restaurant Grants
• Airport advertising initiative for EDC

The Economic Development Corporation approved new funding limits for business grants and authorized a permit application for a communication tower. The board also approved preliminary FY24 budget allocations and established a review process for project grant applications.

• Approved First Addendum to Development and Performance Agreement with SSD at Frisco, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax (Unanimous)
• Authorized staff to submit Specific Use Permit for communication tower on EDC 30-acre property on CR1219 (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary FY24 budget allocations (Unanimous)
• Raised facade grant limit to $17,500 and restaurant grant limits to $40,000 per tier for a total of $120,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved reviewing EDC Projects Grant applications twice a year with open-ended award amounts (Unanimous)
• Amended a budget allocation from $17,000 to $25,000 (Unanimous)

City Council

The Princeton City Council will consider adopting an ordinance to amend water and wastewater utility rates, and another to annex approximately 41.7 acres. They will also hold a public hearing on a Thoroughfare Plan update, discuss a DEI initiative with Ethos Talent, and handle several consent agenda items including property sales and plat approvals.

• Ordinance No. 2023-04-24: water and wastewater rate amendment
• Ordinance No. 2023-04-24-01: annexation of ~41.733 acres (Fettouh)
• Public hearing and ordinance on Thoroughfare Plan update
• Sale of city-owned properties at 414 & 418 N 2nd Street
• Final plat approval for Eastridge Phase 2A (23.50 acres, GRBK Edgewood, LLC)

City Council approved updates to water and wastewater utility rates and amended the city's Thoroughfare Plan. The council also voted to cancel a proposed service agreement with Ethos Talent, LLC for a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiative.

• Approved water and wastewater utility rate amendments (5-0)
• Approved annexation of approximately 41.733 acres (5-0)
• Approved Thoroughfare Plan update (5-0)
• Canceled DEI contract with Ethos Talent, LLC (4-1)
• Approved sale of city-owned properties at 414 & 418 N 2nd Street (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Eastridge Phase 2A (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Princeton Meadows No. 2, Block A, Lot 7A (5-0)
• Approved reciprocal NDA with Plummer Associates, Inc. (5-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Princeton Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including the FY24 budget, National Library Week, May activities, a movie in the park, the summer reading program, and a workshop. The meeting is open to public comments, with a 3-minute limit per speaker.

• Discussion and possible action on FY24 budget
• Discussion and possible action on National Library Week (April 23-29)
• Discussion and possible action on May library activities
• Discussion and possible action on Movie in the Park on June 10
• Discussion and possible action on summer reading program sponsorship

The board approved the minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting. No other actions were taken regarding the remaining agenda items, which included discussions on library activities, budget, and programming.

• Approved February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning map amendment for a 41.73 acre tract and a preliminary plat for Princeton Meadows No. 2. The commission also recommended the adoption of an updated Thoroughfare Plan Map to the City Council.

• Approved March 20, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Eastridge Phase 2A (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Monticello Park Phase 3A (Unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment for 41.73 acre tract in David Cherry Survey (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Princeton Meadows No. 2, Block A, Lot 7A (Unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment to adopt updated Thoroughfare Plan Map (Unanimous)

City Council

The Princeton City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing on the voluntary annexation of a 41.733-acre property, resolutions authorizing funds for park improvements, a comprehensive plan update, and a parks bond public engagement plan, and a resolution to suspend a natural gas rate change for 45 days. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval, additional funds for the EDC detention ponds project, and an ordinance amending park regulations.

• Public hearing on voluntary annexation of 41.733 acres (Fettouh property) in Collin County
• Resolution No. 2023-04-10-R01: authorize IPO#175 for Municipal Park Phase 3 construction plans
• Resolution No. 2023-04-10-R02: authorize IPO#176 for comprehensive plan amendment
• Resolution No. 2023-04-10-R03: authorize IPO#177 for 2023 Parks Bond public engagement plan
• Resolution No. 2023-04-10-R: suspend Universal Natural Gas rate change for 45 days

The City Council approved funding for Municipal Park improvements, a comprehensive plan update, and a parks bond public engagement plan. The council also approved the reappointment of Jody Sutherland to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board and passed several consent agenda items regarding road and utility projects.

• Approved EDC Detention Ponds Project additional funds (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-04-10 amending Parks and Recreation code (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-04-10-R suspending Universal Natural Gas interim rate (4-0)
• Approved additional funds for 2nd Street Reconstruction Project (4-0)
• Reappointed Jody Sutherland to North Texas Municipal Water District Board (4-0)
• Approved construction plans for Municipal Park Facility improvements (4-0)
• Approved funding for comprehensive plan amendment (4-0)
• Approved public engagement plan for 2023 Parks Bond Program (4-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation is holding its regular meeting on April 4, 2023. The board will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a partnership for senior citizen programs, sound barriers for the community center, marketing display options, community center rules, and a resolution to co-sponsor a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument fundraising event. The agenda also includes routine consent items (minutes and financial statement) and an executive session for legal matters.

• Partnership with Parks and Recreation for senior citizen programs at Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center
• Possible installation of sound barriers around the community center
• Resolution 2023-04-04-R endorsing co-sponsorship of Gold Star Families Memorial Monument fundraising in Veterans Memorial Park
• Updates to application procedures and facility use restrictions for the community center
• CDC marketing display options (retractable banner)

The Community Development Corporation approved a partnership with Parks and Recreation to fund senior citizen programs at the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center. The board also adopted a resolution to co-sponsor a fundraising event for a Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. Several items regarding facility use and sound barriers were tabled or saw no action.

• Approved partnership and $10,000 allocation for senior programs at Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-04-04-R to co-sponsor Woody Williams Foundation fundraising for Gold Star Families Memorial Monument (Unanimous)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes and financial statement/sales tax (Unanimous)
• Tabled updates to application procedures and facility use restrictions for Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center to May meeting
• Added local sourcing mandate, CDC website, and support parameters to future agendas
• No action taken on sound barriers around the community center
• No action taken on CDC marketing display options

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several economic development items, including a development agreement with United Supermarkets, additional funding for detention ponds in the EDC park, and marketing for the EDC Business Park. The board will also review the 2023 Business Retention and Expansion Program and the job description for the Director of Economic Development position. The agenda includes routine consent items like meeting minutes and financial statements, plus a possible executive session on business incentives.

• Development agreement with United Supermarkets
• Additional funds for EDC Detention Ponds Project (CO#2)
• LoopNet advertising for EDC Business Park
• 2023 Business Retention and Expansion Program
• Job description and posting for Director of Economic Development

The Economic Development Corporation approved a development agreement with United Supermarkets and authorized additional funds for HWH Industrial. The board also approved the March 6 meeting minutes and financial statements. A decision on the Director of Economic Development job description was tabled.

• Approved additional payment to HWH Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with development agreement with United Supermarkets (unanimous)
• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax (unanimous)
• Tabled job description and posting for Director of Economic Development
• Added EDC Director position, Master Communications Plan, Facade and New Restaurant Grants, and airport advertising to future agenda

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes and several plat approvals, including a Verizon wireless equipment modification on a water tower and preliminary plats for new schools and residential developments. The regular agenda includes proclamations for Beautification Month and Earth Day, an ordinance amending park regulations, and updates on traffic studies, Beauchamp lights, and a cell tower. The meeting will also include an executive session for economic development negotiations and legal matters.

• Verizon MOU: short-term extension for telecom equipment on water tower at 512 Main Street
• Final plat for Forest Park Phase 1 (19.07 acres, M/I Homes)
• Preliminary plats for Sicily Laguna (16.61 acres), Mattei Middle School & James Elementary (78.08 acres), and Marcel Green Elementary No. 9 (13.09 acres)
• Ordinance No. 2023-03-27 amending Chapter 50 (Parks and Recreation) definitions
• Proclamations for April as Beautification Month and April 22 as Earth Day

City Council approved a consent agenda including multiple preliminary and final plats and a Verizon MOU. The council also adopted an ordinance to define terms in the Parks and Recreation municipal code and approved the addition of a 3-way stop intersection.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Verizon MOU and multiple plat requests (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Forest Park Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Sicily Laguna (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Mattei Middle School & James Elementary School Complex (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Marcel Green Elementary School No. 9 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Princeton 228 and 414 Additions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-03-27 to define terms in Chapter 50 Parks and Recreation code (5-0)
• Approved adding 3-way stop intersection (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning map amendment for a 41.73-acre tract, and will discuss preliminary plats for a subdivision, two school complexes, and several city-owned additions. They will also consider approving the final plat for Forest Park Phase 1 and the minutes from a February special meeting.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 41.73 acres (ZA20230252)
• Preliminary plat for Sicily Laguna subdivision, 16.61 acres (PL20220280)
• Preliminary plats for Mattei Middle School & James Elementary School complex (78.08 acres) and Marcel Green Elementary School No. 9 (3.09 acres)
• Preliminary and final plats for Princeton 228 Addition (0.126 acres) and Princeton 414 Addition (0.315 acres)
• Final plat for Forest Park Phase 1, 19.07 acres (FP20210120)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved preliminary plats for two Princeton ISD school sites and a private development. The commission also approved preliminary and final plats for two city additions and a final plat for Forest Park Phase 1.

• Approved Final Plat for Forest Park Phase 1 (Unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of Zoning Map Amendment request ZL20230252 (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Sicily Laguna (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Mattei Middle & James Elementary School Complex (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Marcel Green Elementary School No. 9 (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plat for Princeton 228 Addition (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plat for Princeton 414 Addition (Unanimous)

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider annexing a 41.73-acre property owned by Osama Aboul Fettouh, followed by a vote on the annexation ordinance. The council will also consider a resolution to repeal existing user fees for city-sponsored special events and allow the city manager to set individual fees. Other items include adopting an ordinance to exempt state-licensed massage therapists from certain business regulations and allow massage establishments to open on Sundays, and discussing DEI presentations.

• Public hearing and possible annexation of 41.73 acres (Fettouh property) in Collin County
• Ordinance No. 2023-03-13 to annex the Fettouh property
• Resolution No. 2023-03-13-R01 to repeal special event user fees and authorize city manager to set fees
• Ordinance No. 2023-03-13-01 to exempt state-licensed massage therapists from certain regulations and allow Sunday operation
• Discussion of DEI presentations from qualifying submissions

The City Council approved the voluntary annexation of approximately 41.73 acres of land. Other actions included updating business regulations for massage therapists and changing how special event fees are assessed.

• Approved Ord No. 2023-03-13-01 to exempt licensed massage therapists from certain regulations and allow Sunday business hours (5-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of approximately 41.73 acres (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-03-13-R01 to repeal certain special event user fees and allow the City Manager to assess future fees (5-0)
• Approved Ethos for DE! RFP (3-2)

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including minutes and financial statements, and take possible action on several agenda items. These include ratifying CDC bylaws amendments, discussing additional bylaw changes, reviewing the last three years of CDC projects, and considering summer youth employment programs. Updates and possible actions are also scheduled for Veterans Memorial Park, the Deffibaugh Community Center, and a marketing purchase.

• Ratify Resolution 2023-03-07-R amending CDC bylaws to conform to City Council changes
• Discuss requests for additional CDC bylaws amendments to City Council
• Review overview of last three years of CDC projects
• Discuss summer youth employment initiatives
• Update on Veterans Memorial Park memory walls and bronze statues

The Economic Development Corporation approved a budget adjustment to hire a full-time EDC Director and ratified amendments to the EDC bylaws. The board also approved a request for extension from SSD Frisco and a marketing purchase with Flyer View.

• Approved hiring a full-time EDC Director (Unanimous)
• Ratified Resolution 2023-03-06-R to amend EDC bylaws (Unanimous)
• Approved request for extension from Praveen Daida of SSD Frisco (Unanimous)
• Approved Flyer View marketing and advertising purchase with the CDC (Unanimous)
• Selected Mike Thompson as EDC Vice-Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes and financial statements (Unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss routine consent items, select a vice-chair, consider a contract extension request, and vote on ratifying bylaw amendments. They will also discuss hiring a full-time EDC director, marketing purchases, and updates on Texas Star Pharmaceuticals.

• Selection of EDC Vice-Chairperson
• Request for extension by Praveen Daida of SSD Frisco
• Resolution 2023-03-06-R to ratify EDC bylaw amendments
• Budget adjustment to hire full-time EDC Director
• Flyer View marketing and advertising purchase

The Economic Development Corporation approved the hiring of a full-time EDC Director and ratified bylaw amendments to align with City Council changes. The board also approved a request for extension from SSD Frisco and a marketing purchase with Flyer View.

• Approved hiring a full-time EDC Director (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03-06-R to ratify EDC bylaw amendments (unanimous)
• Approved request for extension from Praveen Daida of SSD Frisco (unanimous)
• Approved Flyer View marketing and advertising purchase with the CDC (unanimous)
• Selected and approved Director Mike Thompson as EDC Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes and financial statements (unanimous)
• Added Henry S. Miller and EDC Director job description to a future agenda

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, a racial profiling report, and police department annual review, plus several resolutions authorizing funding for projects. The regular agenda includes presentations on DEI proposals and business retention, a resolution to accept donations from the Branch Volunteer Fire Department, and discussion on a temporary wastewater agreement. The council will also consider a development agreement for the Pease Addition, a 5.003-acre tract, and hold an executive session on a general obligation bond.

• Preliminary plat for Forest Grove Commercial, 10.81 acres
• Resolution authorizing amendment #2 to IPO #27A for Veterans Memorial Park design
• Resolution authorizing IPO #136 for public works building site master plan
• Resolution authorizing IPO #85R, #86R, #87R for sanitary sewer condition assessment
• Development agreement with BMSS Investments for Pease Addition (5.003 acres)

City Council approved a development agreement for the Pease Addition and a temporary wastewater agreement for the City of Weston and East Fork Fresh Water Supply District 1-A. The council also authorized the acceptance of donations from the Branch Volunteer Fire Department and approved membership in Mainstreet America.

• Approved Consent Agenda including preliminary plat for Forest Grove Commercial and sewer assessments (4-0)
• Approved membership in Mainstreet America (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-02-27-R to accept donations from Branch Volunteer Fire Department (4-0)
• Approved temporary wastewater acceptance agreement for City of Weston and East Fork Fresh Water Supply District 1-A (4-0)
• Directed staff to seek EDC budget adjustment for additional staffing (4-0)
• Approved development agreement for Pease Addition annexation and development (4-0)
• Tabled DEI RFP presentations to next meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Princeton City Council is holding a work session to discuss and possibly take action on future parks and recreation projects to be funded by the 2023 General Obligation Bond. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of bond information for these projects. No formal votes are expected at this work session.

• Discussion of future parks and recreation projects for the 2023 General Obligation Bond
• Review of bond information for potential park improvements

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from January 17, 2023. The commission also voted to recommend approval to City Council for a preliminary plat request from Ceigen Princeton Holding, LLC.

• Approved January 17, 2023 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to City Council for Ceigen Princeton Holding, LLC preliminary plat for 10.81 acre tract in David Cherry Survey (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Princeton has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, February 20, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber at City Hall. The notice lists the commission members and includes standard ADA compliance and executive session language, but no agenda items are provided.

• Regular meeting cancelled for February 20, 2023
• Meeting was to be held at Council Chamber, City Hall, 2000 E. Princeton Drive
• Commission members listed: Sherry Campbell, Robert Bellon Jr., Chris Cooper, Kyle Sutton, and one vacant seat

Library Advisory Board

The Princeton Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on library updates, including new extended hours, a proposed chess club, a coding class, spring break storytime activities, a movie in the park, environmental education collaboration, the TSLAC annual report, grants, a Tocker Foundation workshop, and conference attendance. The agenda is largely routine, with most items open for discussion and possible action.

• Discussion of new extended library hours and temporary employee Mary transitioning to permanent part-time in April or June
• Proposed weekly chess club
• Coding class starting in March
• Movie in the park at the municipal complex in March
• Grants applied for and future grants

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution authorizing amendment #2 to individual project order #27A for the design of the Veterans Memorial Park, including funding and execution by the City Manager. The board will also receive updates on the recreation center, city parks, and community center, and consider adding televisions to the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center. Consent agenda items include approval of January 11, 2023 minutes and the CDC financial statement and sales tax report.

• Resolution CD 2023-02-13-R: Amendment #2 to IPO #27A for Veterans Memorial Park design, authorizing funding and City Manager to execute agreements
• Presentation by Dale Appleby of Flyer View on economic and community development marketing materials
• Recreation center status update presented by Kimley-Horn
• Parks update presented by Director of Parks and Recreation Chase Bryant
• Discussion on adding televisions to the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center

The Community Development Corporation approved an amendment for the design of Veterans Memorial Park civil, landscape, and irrigation construction drawings. Several other items regarding marketing and the community center were moved to the March agenda or received updates without action.

• Approved amendment #2 to individual project order #27A for Veterans Memorial Park design drawings (Unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes and financial statement (Unanimous)
• Tabled marketing and advertising materials presentation to March agenda
• Tabled discussion on televisions for Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center to March agenda
• Added executive session for policy review, project overview, park statues, and youth employment to future agenda

City Council

The Princeton City Council is meeting to handle routine consent items and a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board session. The main action is a resolution to adopt a project and financing plan for TIRZ Number Five, which covers the Whitewing area. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions listed.

• Resolution No. 2023-02-13-TR adopting project and financing plan for TIRZ Number Five (Whitewing)
• Approval of TIRZ Board minutes from July 25, 2022

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board approved a project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five. The board also approved the minutes from the July 25, 2022, meeting.

• Approved project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five (Unanimous)
• Approved July 25, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Princeton City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes on the Whitewing Trails Public Improvement District No. 2 Phase 2, including levying assessments, approving a project plan for TIRZ 5, and authorizing special assessment revenue bonds. The council will also consider a cable franchise agreement with Hotwire, final plats for Whitewing Trails phases 2B and 2C, annexation of a 10.98-acre tract, and various resolutions for pump station generators and tank painting. Consent agenda items include minutes, a financial report, and several resolutions.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 Phase 2 assessments
• Ordinance authorizing $0 special assessment revenue bonds (Series 2023) for Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 Phase 2
• Ordinance approving project plan and financing plan for TIRZ 5 (Whitewing)
• Final plat approvals for Whitewing Trails Phase 2B (54.29 acres) and Phase 2C (33.71 acres)
• Ordinance granting non-exclusive cable franchise to HWTX LLC (Hotwire)

City Council approved several ordinances and agreements for the Whitewing Trails Public Improvement District No. 2, including bond issuance and project plans. The council also granted a fiber optic franchise permit to Hotwire and approved the annexation of approximately 10.98 acres of land.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Dogwood and Eastridge pump station generators (5-0)
• Approved assessments and project/financing plans for Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 and TIRZ 5 (5-0)
• Authorized issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved construction and landowner agreements with MM Princeton 854, LLC (5-0)
• Granted non-exclusive fiber optic franchise permit to HWTX LLC d/b/a Hotwire (5-0)
• Approved final plat requests for Whitewing Trails Phase 2B and 2C with 30-day punch list stipulation (5-0)
• Approved annexation of approximately 10.98 acres of land (5-0)
• Approved funding for painting the Monte Carlo elevated storage tank (5-0)

City Council

The Princeton City Council is holding a work session to discuss and possibly take action on planning and funding for future park projects. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with routine call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on planning and funding for future park projects

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including minutes and financial statements, and take possible action on a resolution to amend the design contract for Veterans Memorial Park. The board will also hear presentations on marketing materials, the recreation center, and parks status.

• Resolution CD 2023-02-13-R authorizing amendment #2 to IPO #27A for Veterans Memorial Park design
• Consent agenda: approval of January 11, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Consent agenda: CDC financial statement and sales tax report for December 2022
• Presentation on economic and community development marketing materials by Flyer View
• Update on recreation center by Kimley-Horn and parks update by Chase Bryant

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent items (minutes, financial statement) and hear presentations on the HRMD Princeton Medical District, marketing materials from Flyer View, and retail recruitment from Retail Strategies. The board may also approve a draft EDC grant application and discuss future agenda items. An executive session is scheduled to discuss EDC incentives and the medical district.

• Presentation on HRMD's Princeton Medical District by Dr. Haroon Rasheed
• Presentation on marketing materials by Dale Appleby of Flyer View
• Presentation on retail recruitment by Christopher Bontrager of Retail Strategies
• Discussion and possible action on draft EDC grant application
• Executive session on EDC incentives and medical district

The Economic Development Corporation approved the January 4, 2023, meeting minutes and the EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax. Several presentations were held regarding the Princeton Medical District, marketing materials, and retail recruitment, but no action was taken on those items. The board added four items to a future agenda.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Jan 4, 2023 minutes and Financial Statement/Sales Tax (Unanimous)
• Added Texas Star Pharmaceuticals update to future agenda
• Added election of a vice-chairperson to future agenda
• Added LoopNet advertising to future agenda
• Added additional EDC personnel to future agenda

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including final plat approval for a 16.89-acre tract (Lake Meadow Phase 2) and preliminary plat approval for a 23.33-acre tract (Kalterra Princeton). The agenda also includes resolutions on a FEMA map revision, electronic bid rules, and a franchise agreement for fiber optic cables, along with a public hearing on Whitewing Trails PID assessments. Several items are for discussion only, such as updates on CPR classes and speed data in Winchester Crossing.

• Final plat approval for Lake Meadow Phase 2 (16.89 acres, Pulte Homes)
• Preliminary plat approval for Kalterra Princeton (23.33 acres)
• Resolution authorizing Individual Project Order #161 for North Beauchamp Boulevard FEMA LOMR application
• Resolution adopting rules for electronic bids for city procurements
• Ordinance granting Hotwire a franchise to install fiber optic cables in public rights-of-way

City Council approved a consent agenda including two land plats and rules for electronic procurement bids. The council also authorized funding for the Tickey Creek Bank Stabilization project and adopted a revised Council Relations Policy and Code of Ethics.

• Approved Final Plat for Lake Meadow Phase 2 (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Kalterra Princeton (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01-23-R03 for North Beauchamp Boulevard FEMA LOMR application (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01-23-R02 establishing electronic bid rules (5-0)
• Approved additional funding for Tickey Creek Bank Stabilization project (5-0)
• Approved revised Council Relations Policy, Rules of Order, and Code of Ethics (5-0)
• Appointed Jody Sutherland to Place 6 of the Community Development Corporation (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 assessments to February 13, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider final plat approvals for two residential subdivisions and a preliminary plat for another development. They will also vote on approving the December 19, 2022 meeting minutes. The meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2023 at 6:00 PM.

• Final plat for Lake Meadow Phase 2, 16.89 acres, requested by Pulte Homes of Texas, L.P.
• Final plat for Whitewing Trails Phase 2B, 54.29 acres, requested by MM Princeton 854, LLC
• Final plat for Whitewing Trails Phase 2C, 33.71 acres, requested by MM Princeton 854, LLC
• Preliminary plat for 23.33 acres, requested by Kalterra Capital Partners, LLC, with recommendation to City Council
• Approval of December 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the final plat for Lake Meadows Phase 2 and a preliminary plat for a 23.33 acre tract from Kalterra Capital Partners, LLC. Two final plat requests for Whitewing Trails Phase 2B and 2C were denied because public improvements were not completed within the specified time period.

• Approved Final Plat for Lake Meadows Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Denied Final Plat for Whitewing Trails Phase 2B (unanimous)
• Denied Final Plat for Whitewing Trails Phase 2C (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for 23.33 acre tract from Kalterra Capital Partners, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 16, 2023. No items were discussed or decided.

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a presentation on economic development software, an update on the Deffibaugh Community Center rental policy, a generator purchase for the center to serve as a warming and cooling shelter, and a progress update on Veterans Memorial Park. The board will also discuss bylaw updates and future agenda items.

• Generator purchase and installation for Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center (warming/cooling shelter)
• Update on Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center rental policy, costs, processes, procedures
• Veterans Memorial Park progress update by Kimley-Horn
• EDO-IQ Economic and Community Development Software presentation
• Discussion of CDC Bylaws update

The Community Development Corporation approved the purchase of a Generac generator for the Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center to serve as a warming and cooling shelter. The board also approved a new reservation policy and fees for the center and the purchase of EDO-IQ software.

• Approved purchase and cost-share of EDO-IQ Economic and Community Development Software (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment and implementation of Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center reservation policy and fees (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Generac generator for Steven and Judy Deffibaugh Community Center (Unanimous)
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes and financial statement (Unanimous)
• Added recreation center plans and parks plan to a future agenda

City Council

The Princeton City Council will hold public hearings on the levy of assessments for Phase 2 of Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 and on a rezoning request for a cell tower. The council will also consider ordinances for voluntary annexations, including a 30.19-acre tract on CR 1219 and city-owned property, and will discuss updates on Teakwood Street, Beauchamp Blvd., and a traffic study.

• Public hearing on Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 Phase 2 assessments
• Rezoning of 0.01 acre for Whitewing Trails cell tower (PD 10 to PD 10A)
• Voluntary annexation of 30.19 acres on CR 1219 (Princeton EDC)
• Annexation of 0.004 acres of city-owned property
• Resolution authorizing IPO #160 for US 380 widening utility conflict research

The City Council approved a consent agenda including three land plats and a utility conflict research resolution. The council also approved the annexation of approximately 30.17 acres of land and 0.004 acres of city-owned property, and rezoned a small tract for a cell tower.

• Approved Consent Agenda including PTX Storage final plat, Princeton Office Condos final plat, and Freddy's preliminary plat (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-01-09-R for US380 widening utility conflict research (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.01 acre to PD10A for Whitewing Trails Cell Tower (4-0)
• Approved annexation of approximately 30.17 acres in Hardin Wright Survey (4-0)
• Approved annexation of approximately 0.004 acres of city-owned property (4-0)
• Tabled public hearing on assessments for Whitewing Trails PID No. 2 until Jan 23, 2023

Economic Development Corporation

The Princeton Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a presentation of EDO-IQ economic development software, an update to its bylaws, and approval of future agenda items. The board will also review meeting minutes and financial statements, and may enter executive session for legal matters.

• Presentation and possible action on EDO-IQ Economic and Community Development Software
• Discussion regarding EDC Bylaws update
• Possible action to approve requests for future agenda items
• Discussion and possible action on minutes of December 5, 2022 meeting
• Discussion and possible action on EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax (Nov 2022)

The Economic Development Corporation approved a contract for economic and community development software. The board also approved the December 5, 2022, meeting minutes and the EDC financial statement and sales tax report.

• Approved $5,400 contract with EDO-IQ (unanimous)
• Approved December 5, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved EDC Financial Statement and Sales Tax (unanimous)
• Added EDC Bylaws to a future agenda

Community Development Corporation

The Princeton Community Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including December minutes and financial statements. The board will also hear a presentation on economic development software, discuss updates to Veterans Memorial Park, and review proposed bylaw changes.

• Presentation and possible action on EDO-IQ Economic and Community Development Software
• Discussion on Veterans Memorial Park updates and progress
• Discussion on CDC Bylaws update
• Consent agenda: approval of December 6, 2022 minutes and November 2022 financial statement and sales tax
• Possible action on future agenda item requests