Rockwall County public meetings in 2021

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider three requests regarding site plans and material variances. These items involve the development of retail and financial services locations within the city.

• SP2021-033: Site plan for a restaurant (Salad and Go) on a 0.81-acre portion of Lot 11, Block A, Stone Creek Retail Addition
• SP2021-035: Site plan for a financial institution (Frost Bank) on a 1.198-acre parcel at Horizon Road and Rockwall Parkway
• MIS2021-018: Material requirements variance for a restaurant (Dutch Bros. Coffee) on a 0.57-acre portion of Lot 1, Block A, Sky Ridge Addition

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning & Zoning Commission meets December 28, 2021 to consider a mix of replats, site plans, fence exceptions, and public hearings. The largest item is a request to rezone 264.510 acres from Agricultural to Planned Development for single-family and commercial uses on the east side of SH-205. Several public hearings are set for January 11, 2022, including a 92-lot subdivision plat and a congregate care facility exceeding 36 feet in the Scenic Overlay District.

• Z2021-057: Rezone 264.510 acres from Agricultural to Planned Development (SF-10 and Commercial) on east side of SH-205 south of FM-549
• P2021-067: Preliminary Plat for Saddle Star Estates North, 92 single-family lots on 42.667 acres at FM-552 and John King Boulevard
• Z2021-054: SUP for a Congregate Care Facility exceeding 36 feet in height in the Scenic Overlay District on 12.1148 acres between Lakedale Drive and Becky Lane
• SP2021-033: Site Plan for a Salad and Go restaurant with drive-through on 0.81 acres at N. Goliad Street (SH-205) and Bordeaux Drive
• Z2021-052: SUP to allow chickens on a 42.66-acre tract at 1700 E. SH-66

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a Salad and Go restaurant with a drive-through, granting a variance for a pitched roof but denying variances for masonry materials and requiring natural stone. The commission also approved two front-yard fence exceptions, denied a variance for a Dutch Bros. Coffee material requirement, and approved the consent agenda including two replats. Several items were discussed for future action on January 11, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda including replats for Sharp Addition and Ridgecrest Addition (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Salad and Go restaurant with pitched roof variance, denied masonry material variances (5-0)
• Approved front yard fence exception at 213 Crestbrook Drive (5-0)
• Approved front yard fence exception at 309 Star Street (5-0)
• Denied variance for Dutch Bros. Coffee material requirements (5-0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will discuss and take action on transformation strategies and objectives for 2022. The meeting also includes a recap of 2021 and a review of the September 21, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Action on 2022 transformation strategies and objectives
• Review of September 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recap of 2021
• Main Street Manager's report on district activity and project status

City Council

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts and zoning requests, including a new retail shopping center. The body also authorized the purchase of emergency power generators and a sewer rehabilitation project.

• Contract for emergency power generators awarded to Electric Inc. for $831,040
• Construction contract for Williams Street/Squabble Creek Sanitary Sewer Slip Line Rehabilitation with NO-DIGTEC, LLC for $127,002.30
• Approval of a PD Development Plan for a general retail shopping center on 8.63 acres at E. Quail Run Road and N. Goliad Street
• Approval of a Final Plat for Phase 3 of the Saddle Star Subdivision (33 residential lots)
• Approval of a proposal from American Signal Corporation for $17,525.25 to replace an outdoor emergency warning siren

The Rockwall City Council approved a consent agenda including a $831,040 emergency generator contract, a $127,002 sewer rehabilitation contract, and a right-of-way abandonment. It also approved a final plat for 33 homes in Saddle Star, a retail development plan for an 8.63-acre site at E. Quail Run Road and N. Goliad Street, and a specific use permit for Clay Cooley Hyundai. A resolution passing a 3% solid waste rate increase (about $0.75/month) was also approved.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-7 (7-0), including $831,040 generator contract and $127,002 sewer project
• Approved final plat for Kinsey Addition Lots 1-4 at 802, 806, & 808 Kernodle St (7-0)
• Approved PD Development Plan for retail center at E. Quail Run Rd & N. Goliad St (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Clay Cooley Hyundai expansion at 1540 E. IH-30 (7-0)
• Approved resolution setting solid waste rates with 3% CPI increase (~$0.75/month) (7-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold public hearings to consider three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness and one building permit fee waiver. The board will also receive an update on historic projects from the Historic Preservation Officer.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 309 Star Street (Karen Roggenkamp)
• Building Permit Fee Waiver request for 406 Munson Street (Bryan & Lauren Graves)
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 602 Williams Street (Patricia Edwards)
• Update from Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller regarding historic projects

The Rockwall Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 6-foot front yard fence at 309 Star Street (5-0), a building permit fee waiver for a non-contributing property at 406 Munson Street (5-0), and a Certificate of Appropriateness for an unpermitted 8-foot cedar fence at 602 Williams Street (4-1). The board also approved the November 18, 2021 minutes as part of the consent agenda (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including November 18, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved COA for 6-foot front yard fence at 309 Star Street (5-0)
• Approved building permit fee waiver for 406 Munson Street (5-0)
• Approved COA for unpermitted 8-foot cedar fence at 602 Williams Street (4-1)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider two site plan requests. These items involve the development of commercial properties within the City of Rockwall.

• SP2021-031: Site plan for a restaurant under 2,000 SF with drive-through (Dutch Bros. Coffee) at Lot 1, Block A, Sky Ridge Addition
• SP2021-032: Site plan for a medical office building at Lot 2, Block 1, Elsey Addition

The Architectural Review Board voted 5-0 to recommend denial of a site plan for a Dutch Bros. Coffee restaurant with a drive-through, and voted 4-1 to recommend approval of a medical office building site plan. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended denial of Dutch Bros. Coffee site plan (5-0)
• Recommended approval of medical office building site plan (4-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several development requests, including a new general retail shopping center, an expansion of Clay Cooley Hyundai, and a final plat for 33 homes in Saddle Star. They will also review site plans for a Dutch Bros. Coffee, a medical office building, and a Salad and Go, plus a small residential plat on Kernodle Street. The consent agenda includes approvals for the Saddle Star Phase 3 plat and site plan.

• Final Plat for 33 single-family lots, Saddle Star Subdivision Phase 3, 14.995 acres, east of John King Boulevard
• PD Development Plan for General Retail/Shopping Center, 8.63 acres at E. Quail Run Rd & N. Goliad St
• Specific Use Permit to expand Clay Cooley Hyundai at 1540 E. IH-30, superseding Ordinance 12-11
• Site Plan for Dutch Bros. Coffee (0.57 acres) near Ridge Rd & W. Yellow Jacket Ln
• Site Plan for Salad and Go (0.81 acres) near N. Goliad St & Bordeaux Dr

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, including the final plat and site plan for Phase 3 of the Saddle Star Subdivision (33 single-family lots). It also approved a final plat for the Kinsey Addition, a PD development plan for a retail center near E. Quail Run Road and N. Goliad Street, and a specific use permit for the Clay Cooley Hyundai expansion. The commission approved a site plan for a Dutch Bros. Coffee with some variances, denied others, and approved a medical office building site plan. A site plan for a Salad and Go restaurant was postponed due to a 30-day extension request.

• Approved consent agenda including Saddle Star Phase 3 final plat and site plan (7-0)
• Approved Kinsey Addition final plat at 802, 806, 808 Kernodle Street (7-0)
• Approved PD development plan for retail center at E. Quail Run Road and N. Goliad Street (6-1)
• Approved SUP for Clay Cooley Hyundai expansion at 1540 E. IH-30 (7-0)
• Approved Dutch Bros. Coffee site plan with variances (6-1)
• Denied variance for less than 20% stone on Dutch Bros. building (7-0)
• Denied variance for less than 90% masonry on Dutch Bros. building (7-0)
• Approved medical office building site plan at Sonoma Drive and N. Goliad Street (7-0)

ART Commission

The Art Commission will review minutes from the November 2, 2021 meeting. Members will discuss updates on the Butterfly Project and Discovery Project, as well as the project pipeline.

• Action on November 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update and potential action on the Butterfly Project
• Update on the Discovery Project
• Discussion and potential action on the project pipeline

The Rockwall Art Commission approved the November 2, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0). They discussed updates on the Butterfly Project, including a $100 per-unit paint budget and a liaison role, and confirmed the Discovery Project statue sitework is approved with a May 2022 completion target. The commission also discussed a potential 'I Love Rockwall' photo opportunity project, with members to research ideas and report back in January.

• Approved November 2, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Susan as liaison for Butterfly Project paint materials
• Established $100 budget per unit for Butterfly Project paint supplies
• Confirmed Discovery Project sitework approved by County and City

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will hold a public hearing and discuss the approval of plats and a site plan for two residential projects. The board will also review the October 2021 monthly report and minutes from the November 2 meeting.

• Public hearing for final plat of Lots 1-4, Block A, Kinsey Addition (802, 806, & 808 Kernodle Street)
• Approval of final plat for Phase 3 of Saddle Star Subdivision (33 single family residential lots)
• Approval of site plan for Phase 3 of Saddle Star Subdivision

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board approved minutes from November 2, 2021, and unanimously approved three items: a final plat for Lots 1-4 of Kinsey Addition (802, 806, 808 Kernodle St) with $886 in fees, a final plat for Phase 3 of Saddle Star Subdivision (33 lots) with $63,195 in fees, and a site plan for the same subdivision with tree relocations due to utility easements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from November 2, 2021 Park Board meeting (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Lots 1-4, Block A, Kinsey Addition at 802, 806, 808 Kernodle St with $886 fees (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Phase 3 of Saddle Star Subdivision (33 lots) with $63,195 fees (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Phase 3 of Saddle Star Subdivision, including tree relocations (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with executive sessions on personnel, real property, and legal matters. The consent agenda includes several construction contracts, including a $2.6 million IH-30 utility relocation project, and multiple zoning and plat approvals. The council will also hear presentations on a downtown statue design and a potential C-PACE program.

• Contract with Larrett, Inc. for IH-30 Utility Relocation Project from Dalrock Road to SH-205 for $2,615,323
• Contract with Custard Construction Services for city facility improvements for $201,517.16
• Specific Use Permits for residential infill homes at 601 Kernodle St, 478 Renee Dr, and 418 Columbia Dr
• Preliminary and Master Plats for Winding Creek Subdivision, 132 single-family lots at FM-1141 and Clem Rd
• Final Plat for Rockwall Technology Park Phase V, 214.76 acres at Rochelle Rd and SH-276

The City Council approved the entire 16-item consent agenda, including a $2,615,323 construction contract with Larrett, Inc. for the IH-30 Utility Relocation Project from Dalrock Road to State Highway 205, and a $201,517.16 contract with Custard Construction Services for city facility improvements. The council also appointed Kayne Pierce to the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation Board, denied a variance request for crushed granite paving at a storage facility, and filled vacancies on the Park Board and Animal Advisory Board.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-16, including the IH-30 Utility Relocation Project contract with Larrett, Inc. for $2,615,323.00.
• Approved contract with Custard Construction Services for city facility improvements totaling $201,517.16.
• Approved aerial easement agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery on city-owned property north of the Ralph M. Hall/Rockwall Municipal Airport.
• Approved construction materials testing contract with Alliance Geotechnical Group for $31,000.00 for the IH-30 Utility Relocation Project.
• Approved Specific Use Permits for residential infill at 601 Kernodle Street, 478 Renee Drive, and 418 Columbia Drive, and for agricultural buildings at 1700 E. SH-66 and 555 Cornelius Road.
• Approved preliminary and master plats for Winding Creek Subdivision (132 lots) and final plats for Fite Office Addition, Wurster Estates Addition, Fit Sport Life Addition replat, and Rockwall Technology Park Phase V.
• Denied variance request MIS2021-013 to allow crushed granite instead of reinforced concrete for parking/storage areas at 3213 Blackland Road.
• Appointed Jake Wimpee to the Park Board and Dr. Darren Goucher to the Animal Advisory Board.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and meeting to consider several development-related items, including preliminary and master plats for the 132-lot Winding Creek subdivision, final plats for commercial and residential projects, and exceptions and variances to development standards. The agenda also includes public hearings for a shopping center development plan, a specific use permit for a car dealership expansion, and several site plans for restaurants and a medical office building. The commission will also receive a report on City Council outcomes for previously approved development cases.

• Preliminary and master plats for Winding Creek Subdivision, 132 single-family lots on 78.831 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road
• Final plat for Rockwall Technology Park Phase V, 214.7576 acres at Rochelle Road and SH-276
• Exception to outdoor lighting standards for Lowes Home Improvement at 851 Steger Towne Drive
• Variance to utility placement for retail store with gasoline sales near S. Goliad Street and FM-549
• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit to expand Clay Cooley Hyundai at 1540 E. IH-30

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, including preliminary and final plats for several subdivisions, by a 5-0 vote. It denied an exception to outdoor lighting standards for Lowe's Home Improvement and a variance for overhead utilities at a retail gas station, both by 5-0 votes. The commission also held discussion items for future action on December 14, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, plats for Winding Creek, Fite Office, Wurster Estates, Fit Sport Life, Rockwall Technology Park) 5-0.
• Denied MIS2021-014 (Lowe's outdoor lighting exception) 5-0.
• Denied MIS2021-015 (overhead utility variance for 549 Crossing) 5-0.
• Discussed future items: PD development plan, SUP for Clay Cooley Hyundai, replat, and site plans for Saddle Star, Dutch Bros, medical office, and Salad and Go.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider site plan approvals for three different developments. These include two small restaurants with drive-throughs and one medical office building.

• SP2021-031: Site plan for a Dutch Bros. Coffee on a 0.57-acre portion of Lot 1, Block A, Sky Ridge Addition
• SP2021-032: Site plan for a Medical Office Building on a 0.47-acre parcel at Lot 2, Block 1, Elsey Addition
• SP2021-033: Site plan for a Salad and Go on a 0.81-acre portion of Lot 11, Block A, Stone Creek Retail Addition

The Architectural Review Board reviewed three site plan requests but took no final action on any of them. For each project, the board requested specific changes to the building elevations and asked to see revised drawings at the December 14, 2021 meeting. The three projects are a Dutch Bros. Coffee, a medical office building, and a Salad and Go restaurant.

• Deferred SP2021-031 (Dutch Bros. Coffee) pending replacement of grey wainscot with stone or dark brick and raising wainscot to canopies.
• Deferred SP2021-032 (Medical Office Building) pending addition of a porch element over the middle door on the east elevation.
• Deferred SP2021-033 (Salad and Go) pending revisions to make elevations more consistent with surrounding buildings and add articulation at material changes.
• All three items to be revisited at the December 14, 2021 meeting.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will discuss potential changes to Bed and Breakfast land use standards in the Old Town Rockwall Historic District. The board will also hold public hearings for certificates of appropriateness and fee waivers for properties on Williams Street and E. Rusk Street.

• Discussion on removing 'by-right' status for Bed and Breakfasts in the Old Town Rockwall Historic District
• Certificate of Appropriateness, matching grant, and fee waiver request for 505 Williams Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness and fee waiver request for 303 E. Rusk Street
• Discussion of survey findings for the expansion of the Old Town Rockwall Historic District
• Approval of May 20, 2021 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board voted 7-0 to recommend removing the bed-and-breakfast land use from the Old Town Historic District, directing that change to City Council. The board also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness, a Small Matching Grant, and a Building Permit Fee Waiver for a property at 505 Williams Street, and tabled two items for a property at 303 E. Rusk Street until the January 20, 2022 meeting. The consent agenda, including approval of the May 20, 2021 minutes, was approved 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda including May 20, 2021 minutes (5-0).
• Approved motion to remove bed and breakfast use from Old Town Historic District and provide direction to City Council (7-0).
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness H2021-004 for fence and driveway at 505 Williams Street (7-0).
• Approved Small Matching Grant H2021-002 for 505 Williams Street (6-1, Miller dissenting).
• Approved Building Permit Fee Waiver H2021-003 for 505 Williams Street (7-0).
• Tabled Certificate of Appropriateness H2021-006 for 303 E. Rusk Street until January 20, 2022 (7-0).
• Tabled Building Permit Fee Waiver H2021-007 for 303 E. Rusk Street until January 20, 2022 (7-0).
• Discussed but took no action on expanding the Old Town Rockwall Historic District.

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will discuss current transformation strategies and potential amendments. Members will also review the Downtown Association’s 2021 event calendar and funding to determine how Main Street can provide support.

• Review and action on September 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion and action on transformation strategies and amendments
• Recap and action on Downtown Association 2021 event calendar and funding
• Main Street Manager’s report on district activity and project status

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding a potential mixed-use development on Ridge Road. The body will also consider multiple final plats for residential subdivisions and hold public hearings for specific use permits.

• Work session for mixed-use development (apartments, retail, office) on 12.1148 acres between Lakedale Drive and Becky Lane
• Final plat for Discovery Lakes Subdivision (31 lots on 36.42 acres)
• Final plat for Emerson Farms Subdivision (107 lots on 138.756 acres)
• Final plat for Saddle Star Subdivision Phase 2 (77 lots on 29.001 acres)
• Engineering Service Agreement with Pipeline Analysis, LLC for $156,830.00

The Rockwall City Council approved the consent agenda, which included five final plats for residential subdivisions totaling 380 lots, and approved five specific use permits for residential infill and agricultural structures. The council also authorized a 6-month extension to the Harbor Bay Marina concession agreement and made appointments to the REDC and Architectural Review Board. No action was taken on a proposed age-restricted mixed-use development discussed in the work session.

• Approved consent agenda including final plats for Discovery Lakes (31 lots), Emerson Farms (107 lots), Saddle Star Phase 2 (77 lots), Somerset Park Phase 2 (165 lots), and an alternative tree mitigation agreement (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved SUP for single-family home at 601 Kernodle St (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved SUP for single-family home at 478 Renee Dr (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved SUP for single-family home at 418 Columbia Dr (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved SUP for agricultural buildings at 1700 E. SH-66 with stipulation of no additional permits until compliance (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved SUP for animal shelter/loafing shed at 555 Cornelius Rd (5-0, 2 absent)
• Authorized city manager to negotiate 6-month extension to Harbor Bay Marina concession agreement (5-0, 2 absent)
• Reappointed Rick Johnson and Matthew Neyland to REDC; appointed Robert McAngus to Architectural Review Board (5-0, 2 absent)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to discuss and consider a site plan request for a multi-tenant warehouse and distribution center. The proposed project is located on a 17.03-acre tract of land south of Airport Road east of John King Boulevard.

• SP2021-030: Site plan for a Multi-Tenant Warehouse/Distribution Center on 17.03 acres (Tract 4 of the D. Harr Survey)

The Architectural Review Board voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a site plan for a multi-tenant warehouse/distribution center on a 17.03-acre tract zoned Light Industrial, located south of Airport Road east of John King Boulevard. The motion was made by Board Member Meyrat and seconded by Board Member Johnson. Board Member Miller was absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of SP2021-030 site plan for multi-tenant warehouse (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review final plats for four residential subdivisions and site plans for two warehouse facilities. The body will also hold public hearings for five specific use permits regarding residential infill and agricultural buildings.

• Final plats for Discovery Lakes (31 lots), Emerson Farms (107 lots), Saddle Star Phase 2 (77 lots), and Somerset Park Phase 2 (165 lots)
• Site plan for a warehouse/distribution facility on 23.071 acres south of IH-30 Frontage Road
• Site plan for a multi-tenant warehouse/distribution center on 17.03 acres south of Airport Road
• Public hearings for residential infill permits at 601 Kernodle Street, 478 Renee Drive, and 418 Columbia Drive
• Public hearings for animal shelter/loafing shed permits at 1700 E. SH-66 and 555 Cornelius Road

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda (5-0), including final plats for Discovery Lakes Phase 1, Emerson Farms, Saddle Star Phase 2, and Somerset Park Phase 2, plus a site plan for Somerset Park Phase 2. The commission also approved five Specific Use Permits (SUPs) for residential infill homes at 601 Kernodle Street, 478 Renee Drive, and 418 Columbia Drive, and for agricultural structures at 1700 E. SH-66 and 555 Cornelius Road. Two site plans for warehouse/distribution facilities (SP2021-027 and SP2021-030) were approved with staff recommendations. All approvals were forwarded to the City Council for final action on November 15, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda including 4 final plats and 1 site plan (5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 601 Kernodle Street (5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 478 Renee Drive (5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 418 Columbia Drive (5-0)
• Approved SUP for agricultural buildings at 1700 E. SH-66 (4-1, Womble dissenting)
• Approved SUP for animal shelter/loafing shed at 555 Cornelius Road (5-0)
• Approved site plan for warehouse/distribution facility SP2021-027 (5-0)
• Approved site plan for multi-tenant warehouse SP2021-030 (5-0)

ART Commission

The Art Commission is meeting to discuss a plan of action for the Master Plan with Kathleen Morrow. The body will also receive updates on specific art projects and review the project pipeline.

• Plan of action for Master Plan with Kathleen Morrow
• Updates on the Butterfly Project
• Updates on the Discovery Project
• Review of the project pipeline
• October 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The Art Commission approved the October 5, 2021 meeting minutes as presented (4-0). The board discussed the Master Plan update, recommending a council work session, and considered adding the Visitors Center to the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce. Updates were given on the Butterfly Project, with discussions on a south Rockwall location and donating a painted butterfly to the RISD Administration building, but no formal action was taken on these items.

• Approved October 5, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended moving forward with a council work session for the Master Plan

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and consider the approval of preliminary, master, and final plats for several residential developments. The meeting also includes an appointment item and a proclamation for the TRAPS 2021 Park Rodeo Champions.

• Winding Creek Subdivision: preliminary and master plat for 132 single-family lots at FM 1141 and Clem Rd
• Discovery Lakes Subdivision Phase 1: final plat for 31 single-family lots on SH276 east of Rochelle Rd
• Emerson Farms Subdivision: final plat for 107 single-family lots on Dowell Rd south of SH276
• Saddle Star subdivision Phase 2: site plan for 77 single-family lots east of Featherstone Dr and N John King Blvd
• Somerset Park Subdivision Phase 2: final plat and site plan for 165 single-family lots at S Goliad St and FM549

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board approved multiple subdivision plats and associated park fees on Nov. 2, 2021. Approvals included preliminary and master plats for Winding Creek (132 lots, $156,552 in fees), final plats for Discovery Lakes Phase 1 (31 lots, $27,063), Emerson Farms (107 lots, $93,411), and Saddle Star Phase 2 (77 lots, $147,455), plus final plat and site plan for Somerset Park Phase 2 (165 lots, $173,745). All votes were unanimous except Discovery Lakes, which passed 6-0. The board also approved minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting and heard a presentation from Harbor Lights Operations with no action taken.

• Approved preliminary and master plats for Winding Creek Subdivision, 132 lots, with fees totaling $156,552 (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Discovery Lakes Phase 1, 31 lots, with fees totaling $27,063 (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Emerson Farms Subdivision, 107 lots, with fees totaling $93,411 (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Saddle Star Phase 2, 77 lots, collecting $75,768 cash-in-lieu and returning $71,687 pro-rata fees (unanimous)
• Approved final plat and site plan for Somerset Park Phase 2, 165 lots, collecting $89,265 cash-in-lieu and returning $84,480 pro-rata fees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 3, 2021 Park Board meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session with Star Transit regarding strategic planning and financial updates. The body will also consider several zoning permits, a water storage tank project, and the allocation of Opioid settlement proceeds.

• Engineering contract with Birkhoff, Hendricks and Carter, L.L.P. for $60,500 for the Boydstun Elevated Storage Tank Dismantling Project
• Specific Use Permit for a restaurant (Salad and Go) at Lot 11, Block A, Stone Creek Retail Addition
• Preliminary Plat for a 23.071-acre tract on the southside of IH-30 Frontage Road
• Resolution adopting the allocation method for Opioid settlement proceeds
• Executive session regarding the sale, purchase, or lease of real property off John King Blvd

The Rockwall City Council approved the entire consent agenda, including several zoning and plat items, and passed resolutions for the Rockwall Central Appraisal District board votes and the opioid settlement allocation. The council also approved revised plans for the Chandler's Landing Marina docks and directed staff to draft a new concession agreement for Harbor Bay Marina. No action was taken on the executive session items.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-8 (7-0), including minutes, engineering contract, and zoning/plat approvals
• Approved resolution allocating 454 votes to John Hohenshelt and 1 vote to Trace Johannesen for CAD board (7-0)
• Approved resolution adopting opioid settlement allocation method (7-0)
• Approved revised plans for H, I, J docks at Chandler's Landing Marina (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft updated Harbor Bay Marina concession agreement (7-0)

Airport Advisory Board

The Rockwall City Council is meeting to decide on several zoning requests, land replats, and professional service contracts. The body is also reviewing monthly reports from city departments including police and fire.

• Contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for $62,350.00 to update the Master Thoroughfare Plan
• Proposed General Retail Development/Shopping Center on 8.63 acres at E. Quail Run Road and N. Goliad Street
• Specific Use Permit for expansion of Clay Cooley Hyundai at 1540 E. IH-30
• Replat for 3.212-acre parcel at 2582 SH-276
• Replat for 0.503-acre parcel at 405 Fox Hollow Drive

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission meets October 26, 2021 to consider subdivision plats, site plans, and specific use permits. The consent agenda covers three administrative plats, while discussion items include public hearings on residential infill permits and plats for several subdivisions totaling hundreds of single-family lots. No final decisions are listed as already made; most items are for consideration and possible action.

• Preliminary and Master Plats for the 132-lot Winding Creek Subdivision on 78.831 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road
• Final Plat for 165-lot Phase 2 of Somerset Park at S. Goliad Street [SH-205] and FM-549
• Final Plat for 107-lot Emerson Farms on 138.756 acres east of Dowell Road and SH-276
• Site Plan for a warehouse/distribution facility on 23.071 acres on the IH-30 Frontage Road east of Corporate Crossing
• Public hearings on Specific Use Permits for single-family homes at 601 Kernodle Street, 478 Renee Drive, and 418 Columbia Drive

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session on October 26, 2021. The only formal action taken was approving the consent agenda, which included the October 12 meeting minutes and three administrative items (a preliminary plat, a replat, and an amended site plan), by a 6-0 vote. The remainder of the meeting was dedicated to discussing future agenda items, including several Specific Use Permits and subdivision plats, which will be brought back for action on November 9, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and three administrative items (6-0)
• Discussed SUP for residential infill at 601 Kernodle St; action scheduled Nov 9
• Discussed SUP for residential infill at 478 Renee Dr; action scheduled Nov 9
• Discussed SUP for residential infill at 418 Columbia Dr; action scheduled Nov 9
• Discussed SUP for agricultural buildings at 1700 E. SH-66; action scheduled Nov 9
• Discussed SUP for animal shelter at 555 Cornelius Rd; action scheduled Nov 9
• Discussed preliminary/master plats for Winding Creek, Discovery Lakes, Emerson Farms, Saddle Star, Somerset Park; action scheduled Nov 9
• Discussed site plans for warehouse/distribution facilities; action scheduled Nov 9

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider site plan approvals for three different properties. These include two new warehouse/distribution facilities and one amended site plan for an existing industrial building.

• SP2021-027: Site Plan for a Warehouse/Distribution Facility on a 23.071-acre tract south of IH-30 Frontage Road
• SP2021-028: Amended Site Plan for an existing Industrial Building at 1470 E. IH-30
• SP2021-030: Site Plan for a Multi-Tenant Warehouse/Distribution Center on a 17.03-acre tract south of Airport Road

The Architectural Review Board approved two site plans for warehouse/distribution facilities (SP2021-027 and SP2021-028) by 5-0 votes. A third site plan (SP2021-030) for a multi-tenant warehouse was discussed but not approved; the board requested design changes and took no action.

• Approved site plan SP2021-027 for warehouse/distribution facility on 23.071 acres (5-0)
• Approved amended site plan SP2021-028 for industrial building at 1470 E. IH-30 (5-0)
• No action on site plan SP2021-030; board requested design changes

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning requests for restaurants and residential projects. The body is also considering multiple contracts for city vehicles, police equipment, and street maintenance.

• Concrete Pavement Repairs and Maintenance contract for $1,075,000
• 2022 model vehicles purchase totaling $539,271
• Wireless CCTV LLC purchase order for camera systems totaling $44,144.56
• Specific Use Permit for Dutch Bros. Coffee (Ridge Road and W. Yellow Jacket Lane)
• Specific Use Permit for Salad and Go (N. Goliad Street and Bordeaux Drive)

The Rockwall City Council approved a zoning change to incorporate a 20-acre tract at 505 Clem Road into Planned Development District 91, passing 5-2 with Councilmembers Jorif and Daniels dissenting. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a $1,075,000 concrete pavement repair contract and a $539,271 vehicle purchase, and approved four specific use permits and a text amendment to the Unified Development Code, all by 7-0 votes. No action was taken following executive session discussions on real property and economic development.

• Approved zoning change for 20-acre tract at 505 Clem Road into PD-91 (5-2)
• Approved $1,075,000 concrete pavement repair contract (7-0)
• Approved $539,271 purchase of 2022 model vehicles (7-0)
• Approved $44,144.56 purchase of solar camera trailer and SkyWatch system (7-0)
• Approved SUP for Dutch Bros. Coffee drive-thru restaurant (7-0)
• Approved SUP for detached garage at 1 Soapberry Lane (7-0)
• Approved SUP for Habitat for Humanity home at 305 Blanche Drive (7-0)
• Approved text amendment requiring SUP for urban residential use in downtown (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several requests including a zoning change for industrial use, specific use permits for residential and restaurant projects, and text amendments to the Unified Development Code. Additionally, they will consider site plans for a house of worship and a medical office building.

• Zoning change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for 5.07 acres at John King Boulevard and Airport Road
• Specific Use Permit for a detached garage exceeding maximum size at 1 Soapberry Lane
• Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 305 Blanche Drive
• Specific Use Permit for a restaurant with a drive-through near N. Goliad Street and Bordeaux Drive
• Site plan for a house of worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda, accepted the withdrawal of a zoning change request, and approved several specific use permits and site plans. These included a detached garage, a residential infill home, a text amendment for urban residential land use, a restaurant with a drive-through, and site plans for a church and a medical office. All approved items will be forwarded to the City Council for final consideration.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the September 28, 2021 meeting minutes, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the withdrawal of zoning change request Z2021-034 for a 5.07-acre tract at John King Boulevard and Airport Road by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2021-038 for a detached garage at 1 Soapberry Lane with staff recommendations by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2021-039 for residential infill at 305 Blanche Drive by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved text amendment Z2021-040 to the Unified Development Code regarding Urban Residential land use by a 4-2 vote.
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2021-041 for a Salad and Go restaurant with a drive-through by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved Site Plan SP2021-025 for a House of Worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive with staff recommendations by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved Site Plan SP2021-026 for a medical office building at 505 Ridge Road by a 6-0 vote.

ART Commission

The Art Commission is meeting to appoint a Board Chair and review minutes from September 7, 2021. Members will discuss Master Plan updates, the project pipeline, and specific art initiatives.

• Appointment of the Board Chair
• Master Plan updates discussion with sub-committee chair Kathleen Morrow
• Update on the Butterfly Project
• Update on the Discovery project
• Discussion of the project pipeline and additional projects

The Rockwall Art Commission appointed Chris Kosterman as Board Chairman and approved the September 7, 2021 meeting minutes, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. The commission also discussed updates on the Master Plan, Butterfly Project, and Discovery Project, with no other formal decisions made.

• Appointed Chris Kosterman as Board Chairman (4-0)
• Approved September 7, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several land use requests, including a potential Dutch Bros. Coffee location. The body is also deciding on multiple service contracts and funding allocations for fiscal year 2022.

• Contracts totaling $660,050 for the new Police South Office at the Tech Park
• Public hearing for a Dutch Bros. Coffee restaurant on a 0.57-acre lot southeast of Ridge Road and W. Yellow Jacket Lane
• Zoning change for a 20.00-acre tract at 505 Clem Road
• Contract for STAR Transit transportation services for FY 2022 in the amount of $108,900
• Contract for Harbor Waterfall in-lake pump repairs in the amount of $74,422

The Rockwall City Council approved the entire consent agenda, including a Specific Use Permit for an accessory building, annexation of a 6.70-acre tract, and contracts for police, parks, and engineering services. It also approved a Specific Use Permit for a Dutch Bros. Coffee drive-thru restaurant and a zoning change to Planned Development District 91, adding 34 lots. The council approved nominations to the CAD Board, hotel tax funding allocations, and a resolution supporting the county road bond program.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-15 (7-0), including SUP for accessory building at 54 Shadydale Lane, annexation at 911 E. FM-552, and contracts totaling $660,050 for Police South Office build-out
• Approved SUP for Dutch Bros. Coffee drive-thru restaurant at Sky Ridge Addition (7-0)
• Approved PD-91 zoning change to add 20 acres and increase lots from 98 to 132 (5-2, Jorif and Daniels opposed)
• Approved nominations of Hohenshelt and Johannesen to CAD Board of Directors (7-0)
• Approved hotel tax funding allocations except CASA (7-0), then approved CASA funding separately (6-0, Hohenshelt abstained)
• Approved resolution supporting TRIP '21 county road bond program (6-0, Johannesen absent)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to discuss and consider a site plan request for a medical office building. The proposed project is located on a 0.688-acre parcel in the La Jolla Pointe Addition.

• SP2021-026: Site Plan for a medical office building at 505 Ridge Road [FM-740]

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board approved a site plan for a medical office building at 505 Ridge Road, with a condition that the building elevations and material samples match the natural stone sample shown at the meeting. The motion passed 6-0, with one member absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved site plan SP2021-026 for medical office at 505 Ridge Road, conditioned on elevations/material board matching natural stone sample (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for a Dutch Bros. Coffee and a zoning change for land at 505 Clem Road. The body will also consider a variance for a Rockwall ISD building and several site plans.

• SUP for Dutch Bros. Coffee restaurant at Ridge Road and W. Yellow Jacket Lane
• Zoning change to amend PD-91 for 20 acres at 505 Clem Road
• Variance for Rockwall ISD building at 901 W. Yellow Jacket Lane
• Replat for 1.707 acres at 841 Justin Road
• Replat for 4.95 acres at 2075 Airport Road

The Rockwall Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for a Dutch Bros. Coffee drive-through restaurant, a zoning change to expand PD-91 by 20 acres and 34 homes, and a variance for a Rockwall ISD accessory building. All three items will go to the City Council on October 4, 2021. The commission also discussed several future items, including a Habitat for Humanity home and a Salad and Go restaurant, which will be considered on October 12.

• Approved SUP Z2021-032 for a Dutch Bros. Coffee drive-through restaurant (6-0).
• Approved Z2021-036 to amend PD-91, adding 20 acres and 34 homes (5-1, Chairman dissenting).
• Approved variance MIS2021-012 for a Rockwall ISD accessory building (6-0).
• Approved consent agenda including two replats (6-0).
• Discussed future items: SUP for detached garage, Habitat for Humanity home, UDC text amendment, Salad and Go restaurant, and two site plans.

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review reports from the Airport Manager and staff. Discussions will include budget items for FY 2022 and specific infrastructure and land projects.

• FY 2022 Budget Items
• Oncor Electric Delivery Project on North Side of Airport
• Adjacent Land East of the Airport
• Volunteer Appreciation Annual Reception

The Rockwall Airport Advisory Board approved the minutes from its June 28, 2021 meeting (4-0). The board heard updates from the airport manager and staff, including a proposed $921,678 project to replace runway lighting with a new Medium Intensity Runway Light system, funded in part by the FY 2022 budget. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 28, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The board is meeting to establish a project pipeline and brainstorm goals for 2022. Discussions will focus on downtown signage, art, and addressing parking and walkability issues.

• Proposed 2022 objectives for chalk board art and welcome to downtown signs
• Discussion and strategy for walkability and parking issues
• Review and action on August 17 and August 31, 2021 meeting minutes

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board approved the August 17 and August 31, 2021 meeting minutes as presented, with a 5-0 vote. The board also held a brainstorming session for 2022 objectives, discussing ideas such as electric charging stations, a sky bridge, welcome signage, art fairs, year-round markets, outdoor music, Wi-Fi, interactive art, a water feature, bike-friendly improvements, and lodging. No formal action was taken on the brainstorming items.

• Approved the August 17 and August 31, 2021 meeting minutes as presented (5-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:25 PM (5-0).
• Discussed but did not vote on 2022 project pipeline ideas, including chalkboard art and welcome to downtown signs.

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget ordinances, including the proposed fiscal year 2022 budget and the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation budget. The meeting also includes multiple public hearings regarding zoning changes, specific use permits, and land annexation.

• Repair to Ladder Truck 2 not to exceed $45,000
• Neighborhood Improvement Services forced mowing contract for $33,000
• Purchase of six Police Pursuit SUVs and equipment for $382,890
• Public hearing for a restaurant with drive-through at Ridge Road and W. Yellow Jacket Lane
• Public hearing for a zoning change to Mixed-Use Development on a 12.1148-acre tract

The Rockwall City Council denied a zoning change (Z2021-033) that would have allowed a mixed-use development with apartments and rooftop restaurants on a 12.11-acre tract near Ridge Road, despite the applicant's request to remand the case. The motion to deny passed 6-0 with one absence. The council also denied a separate zoning change (Z2021-035) for a neighborhood services district near John King Boulevard, and approved a specific use permit for an accessory building at 54 Shadydale Lane.

• Denied Z2021-033, a zoning change for a mixed-use development (apartments, retail, restaurants) on a 12.11-acre tract near Ridge Road, by a 6-0 vote.
• Denied Z2021-035, a zoning change from Agricultural to Neighborhood Services for a 2.75-acre tract at John King Boulevard and Quail Run Road, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved Z2021-037, a specific use permit for an accessory building exceeding size limits at 54 Shadydale Lane, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the annexation of a 6.70-acre tract at 911 E. FM-552 (A2021-005) by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the consent agenda, including a $45,000 ladder truck repair, a lease for office space in Rockwall Technology Park, and $382,890 for six police pursuit SUVs, by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation budget for FY2022 and amended FY2021 budget unanimously.
• Approved the Rockwall Technology Park Association budget for FY2022 and amended FY2021 budget unanimously.
• Approved the FY2022 city budget, an ordinance amending the FY2021 budget, and the 2021 ad valorem tax rate of $0.3500 per $100 valuation, all unanimously.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to discuss and consider a site plan request for a warehouse and distribution center facility. The proposed project is located on a 43.237-acre tract east of the intersection of Corporate Crossing [FM-549] and Capital Boulevard.

• SP2021-024: Site plan for a warehouse/distribution center on 43.237 acres (Tract 11 of the J. Lockhart Survey)

The Architectural Review Board voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a site plan for a warehouse/distribution center on a 43.237-acre tract east of Corporate Crossing and Capital Boulevard. The motion was made by Board Member Meyrat and seconded by Wacker. Board Members Miller, Phillips, and Mitchell were absent. The meeting was adjourned at 5:07 p.m.

• Recommended approval of SP2021-024 warehouse/distribution center site plan (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission denied a zoning change from Agricultural to Neighborhood Services for a 2.751-acre tract at John King Boulevard and Quail Run Road (item Z2021-035) by a 5-1 vote, with staff recommending denial due to non-conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. The commission tabled a Specific Use Permit for a Dutch Bros. Coffee drive-through (Z2021-032) until September 28, 2021, and tabled a zoning change for a mixed-use development (Z2021-033) after a motion to approve failed 3-3. It also tabled a zoning change for light industrial near John King and Airport Road (Z2021-034) until October 12, 2021, and tabled a PD-91 amendment (Z2021-036) until September 28, 2021. The commission approved a Specific Use Permit for an accessory building at 54 Shadydale Lane (Z2021-037) and a site plan for a warehouse at Corporate Crossing and Capital Boulevard (SP2021-024), both by 6-0 votes.

• Denied Z2021-035 (AG to Neighborhood Services zoning change) by 5-1 vote, with staff recommendations.
• Tabled Z2021-032 (SUP for Dutch Bros. Coffee drive-through) until September 28, 2021, by 6-0 vote.
• Tabled Z2021-033 (PD-4 amendment for mixed-use) after motion to approve failed 3-3; case goes to City Council September 20, 2021.
• Tabled Z2021-034 (AG to Light Industrial zoning change) until October 12, 2021, by 6-0 vote.
• Tabled Z2021-036 (PD-91 amendment) until September 28, 2021, by 6-0 vote.
• Approved Z2021-037 (SUP for accessory building at 54 Shadydale Lane) by 6-0 vote.
• Approved SP2021-024 (site plan for warehouse at Corporate Crossing and Capital Boulevard) by 6-0 vote.
• Approved consent agenda (minutes of August 31, 2021) by 6-0 vote.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2022 budget and tax rate. The meeting includes several zoning requests and a discussion on requiring specific use permits for urban residential land in the Downtown District.

• Public hearing for Proposed FY2022 City of Rockwall Budget and tax rate
• Proposed $10,000 funding for a Painted Butterfly Art project
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Single-Family 1 for 2065 & 2075 Airport Road
• Specific Use Permits for residential infill at 104 Reliance Court and 118 Mischief Lane
• Replat for 2301 S. Goliad Street (Meadowcreek Business Center)

The Rockwall City Council approved a motion to advertise a proposed tax rate of 35 cents for the FY2022 budget, which is 0.02 cents less than last year's rate. Council also authorized the city manager to negotiate an amendment to the current water contract with Blackland Water Supply Corporation. The entire Consent Agenda was approved, including ordinances for a fee schedule text amendment, two Specific Use Permits for residential infill in Chandler's Landing, a zoning change on Airport Road, a replat, and an alternative tree mitigation agreement. The council also approved $10,000 in funding for a public art Painted Butterfly project and made appointments to the Youth Advisory Council.

• Approved motion to advertise the proposed 35-cent tax rate for adoption at the September 20 meeting (7-0).
• Authorized the city manager to negotiate an amendment to the water contract with Blackland Water Supply Corporation (7-0).
• Approved the entire Consent Agenda, including ordinances 21-39 through 21-42 (7-0).
• Approved $10,000 in funding for the Painted Butterfly Art project from Art in Public Places funds (7-0).
• Approved appointments to the Youth Advisory Council, contingent on securing financial sponsorships for students from Fate and Heath (7-0).
• Took no action on directing staff to initiate a text amendment requiring a Specific Use Permit for Urban Residential in the Downtown District.
• Took no action on the Suntex Marina dock reconstruction proposal; council encouraged Suntex to meet with residents first.

ART Commission

The Art Commission is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss the status of its project pipeline. The body will also consider a meeting with RISD regarding the Butterfly Project and receive an update on the Discovery project.

• Review and action on August 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion on project pipeline status
• Proposed meeting with RISD to promote the Butterfly Project
• Update on the Discovery project
• Appointment with Lauri Dodd regarding communications

The Rockwall Art Commission approved the August 3, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0). Members discussed the project pipeline, including the butterfly project, rotating art collection, transformer art, and a photo op project, with further discussion planned for the next meeting. The commission also heard updates on the Discovery Project, which remains on schedule for a Founders Day release, and discussed setting a meeting with RISD to promote the butterfly project.

• Approved the August 3, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Discussed project pipeline status; further discussion deferred to next meeting
• Heard update on Discovery Project; release still set for Founders Day
• Discussed setting a meeting with RISD to promote the butterfly project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission denied two requests for front-yard fence exceptions (MIS2021-009 and MIS2021-010) and approved a treescape plan with an alternative tree mitigation settlement agreement (MIS2021-011). The commission also re-elected its chairman and vice-chairman and discussed several upcoming items for future action.

• Denied front-yard fence exception at 751 Turtle Cove Blvd (6-0)
• Denied front-yard fence exception at 54 Shadydale Lane (5-1)
• Approved treescape plan and alternative tree mitigation agreement for 137.448-acre tract (5-1)
• Re-elected Jerry Welch as Vice-Chairman (5-1)
• Re-elected Eric Chodun as Chairman (4-2)
• Approved consent agenda including replat for Meadowcreek Business Center (6-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss a site plan for a warehouse and distribution facility on a 43.237-acre tract. The board will also hold an election for a Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

• Site plan request SP2021-024 for a warehouse/distribution center east of Corporate Crossing [FM-549] and Capital Boulevard
• Election of ARB Chairman and Vice-Chairman

The Architectural Review Board approved a site plan for a warehouse/distribution center on a 43.237-acre tract near FM-549 and Capital Boulevard, with recommendations for design changes. The board also elected Julien Meyrat as Chair and Robert Miller as Vice Chair, both by 5-0 votes.

• Approved site plan SP2021-024 for a warehouse/distribution center, subject to design recommendations.
• Recommended recessing accent features above the primary entrance.
• Recommended extending the awning around the southeast corner.
• Recommended dressing up the east side of the building.
• Recommended providing an arcade over the secondary entrance on the east side.
• Elected Julien Meyrat as Chair by a 5-0 vote.
• Elected Robert Miller as Vice Chair by a 5-0 vote.

Main Street Advisory Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss a site plan for a warehouse facility on a 43.237-acre tract. The board will also hold an election for a Chairman and Vice-Chairman.

• Site plan request SP2021-024 for a warehouse/distribution center east of Corporate Crossing [FM-549] and Capital Boulevard
• Election of Architectural Review Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board held a special meeting on August 31, 2021, and approved a single action item. The board voted 4-0 to approve Dr. Joe Miglaccio's façade grant application for $1,000 to replace board materials on the front of his property, which will house a small office and parking for his practice. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included no public comments and adjourned at 4:25 PM.

• Approved $1,000 façade grant for Dr. Joe Miglaccio (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider the proposed municipal budget for fiscal year 2022.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 City of Rockwall Municipal Budget

The Rockwall City Council held a work session to review the proposed FY2022 budget, which includes a tax rate decrease from .37 to .35 cents. No formal decisions were made; the budget and tax rate will be adopted at the September 20 meeting. Public comments focused on proposed changes at Chandler's Landing Marina, which will be discussed at the next regular meeting.

• Reviewed proposed FY2022 budget with tax rate decrease to .35 cents
• Scheduled public hearing on budget for September 7, 2021
• Scheduled formal adoption of budget and tax rate for September 20, 2021

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss goal setting and transformation strategies. Members will also provide updates on the rollout date for the Historical Walking Tour.

• Review and action on May 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Historical Walking Tour rollout date update
• Discussion of transformation strategies and goal setting

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board approved the May 19, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously (6-0). They discussed the Historical Walking Tour, which is nearly complete pending owner verification and QR code installation, and identified walkability and parking as long-term goals. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 19, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on real property matters, followed by public hearings and votes on several zoning and plat requests. Key items include a zoning change for townhomes, multiple final and preliminary plats, a new fee for non-compliant structure SUP applications, and an interlocal agreement with the school district for resource officers.

• Z2021-026: Zoning change to allow townhomes on 6.88 acres at Spyglass Hill, south of Henry M. Chandler Drive west of Ridge Road (2nd reading)
• P2021-037: Final plat for Isaac Addition, 6.388 acres at 2185 S. FM-549 (ETJ)
• P2021-040: Final plat for SWBC Rockwall Addition Phase 2, 21.275 acres east of Discovery and John King Blvd
• P2021-041/P2021-044: Master and preliminary plats for Homestead Subdivision, 196.009 acres at FM-549 and FM-1139
• Interlocal agreement with Rockwall ISD for School Resource Officer services

The Rockwall City Council approved the sale of three city-owned parcels on John King Boulevard to TxDOT for roadway widening, totaling $236,199 in sale prices plus possession use agreements. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a zoning change for townhomes, several plats, and a school resource officer agreement. Public hearings resulted in approval of a fee schedule amendment, two specific use permits for homes in Chandler's Landing, and a rezoning from Agricultural to Single-Family 1 at 2065 & 2075 Airport Road. No action was taken on the Harbor Lights boat update or the city attorney's response to resident concerns about downtown apartments.

• Approved sale of Parcel 8 on John King Blvd to TxDOT for $125,192 plus $12,519.20 possession use agreement (6-0, Daniels absent)
• Approved sale of Parcel 11 on John King Blvd to TxDOT for $106,397 plus $10,496.90 possession use agreement (6-0, Daniels absent)
• Approved sale of Parcel 20 on John King Blvd to TxDOT for $4,610 plus $3,000 possession use agreement (6-0, Daniels absent)
• Approved consent agenda including PD-8 amendment for townhomes, final plats, and RISD school resource officer agreement (6-0, Daniels absent)
• Approved Z2021-028, creating a Non-Compliant Structure application fee for SUP applications (6-0, Daniels absent)
• Approved Z2021-029, specific use permit for single-family home at 104 Reliance Court (6-0, Daniels absent)
• Approved Z2021-030, specific use permit for single-family home at 118 Mischief Lane (6-0, Daniels absent)
• Approved Z2021-031, rezoning 4.95 acres at 2065 & 2075 Airport Road from AG to SF-1 (6-0, Daniels absent)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to discuss and consider site plan approvals for three different commercial projects. These include a warehouse/office building, a retail store with gasoline sales, and an amended site plan for a restaurant.

• SP2021-015: Site Plan for a warehouse/office building on 1.914 acres on the southside of Springer Road
• SP2021-021: Site Plan for a Retail Store with Gasoline Sales on 1.503 acres east of S. Goliad Street and S. FM-549
• SP2021-023: Amended Site Plan for a restaurant at 2235 S. Goliad Street

The Architectural Review Board recommended approval of three site plans: a warehouse/office building, a retail store with gasoline sales, and an amended restaurant plan. All three motions passed unanimously 4-0, with two members absent and one vacancy. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of warehouse/office site plan (SP2021-015) 4-0
• Recommended approval of retail store with gasoline sales site plan (SP2021-021) 4-0
• Recommended approval of amended restaurant site plan (SP2021-023) 4-0

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning change, a new fee for non-compliant structure SUP applications, and two residential infill permits, plus consider several plats and site plans. The consent agenda includes final, master, and preliminary plats for properties in the ETJ and city, while action items cover a warehouse site plan and a retail store with gas sales.

• Z2021-028: Text amendment to create a Non-Compliant Structure application fee for SUP applications
• Z2021-031: Zoning change from AG to SF-1 for 4.95 acres at 2065 & 2075 Airport Road
• P2021-040: Final plat for 21.275 acres, SWBC Rockwall Addition Phase 2, near Discovery and John King Blvd
• P2021-041/044: Master and preliminary plats for 196-acre Homestead Subdivision at FM-549 and FM-1139
• SP2021-021: Site plan for retail store with gasoline sales on 1.503 acres near S. Goliad and S. FM-549

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included several plats and an amended site plan, by a 6-0 vote. The commission also approved four public hearing items, including a fee for non-compliant structures and three specific use permits, and two action items for site plans, all by 6-0 votes. All approved items will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Approved consent agenda including plats and amended site plan (6-0)
• Approved fee for non-compliant structures (Z2021-028) (6-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 104 Reliance Court (Z2021-029) (6-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 118 Mischief Lane (Z2021-030) (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to SF-1 at 2065 & 2075 Airport Road (Z2021-031) (6-0)
• Approved site plan for warehouse/office building (SP2021-015) (6-0)
• Approved site plan for retail store with gasoline sales (SP2021-021) (6-0)

ART Commission

The Art Commission is meeting to review the Art in Public Places Master Plan and the Butterfly Project. The body will also consider appointing a Master Plan subcommittee and discussing a plan for new project development.

• Art in Public Places Master Plan
• Butterfly Project update
• Appointment of a Master Plan subcommittee
• Plan for new project development

The Rockwall Art Commission approved the July 13 meeting minutes and created a master plan subcommittee (5-0). Members discussed the Butterfly Project, with a target completion of 3 weeks and a plan to present it at the September 7 City Council meeting. The commission also reviewed the Art in Public Places Master Plan and discussed new project ideas and funding options.

• Approved July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Created master plan subcommittee with Chris, Kathleen, and Susan (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and consider the approval of three plats. These include a final plat near Discovery Blvd and John King Blvd, as well as a master and preliminary plat for Klus Farm.

• Final plat for Lot 1, Block A, east of Discovery Blvd and John King Blvd (P2021-040)
• Master plat for the Skorburg Company/Klus Farm at FM549 and FM1139 (P2021-041)
• Preliminary plat for the Skorburg Company/Klus Farm at FM549 and FM1139 (P2021-044)
• Approval of July 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• June 2021 PARD Monthly Report

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board approved a final plat for a 295-unit development at Discovery Blvd and John King Blvd, accepting $288,805 in park fees. It also approved a master plat and preliminary plat for the Klutts Farm development near FM549 and FM1139, accepting a 50-acre land donation instead of cash-in-lieu and $233,240 in equipment fees. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved final plat for Lot 1, Block A at Discovery Blvd & John King Blvd with $288,805 in fees (unanimous)
• Approved master plat and preliminary plat for Klutts Farm at FM549 & FM1139, accepting 50-acre land donation and $233,240 in equipment fees (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss the appointment of a City Manager, followed by public hearings and action items. The consent agenda includes multiple zoning requests, a replat, an ETJ reduction, and a fee schedule update. A public hearing will consider a zoning change to allow townhomes on Henry M. Chandler Drive.

• SUP for house of worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive (Z2021-020)
• SUP for mini-warehouse expansion at 1280 E. Ralph Hall Parkway (Z2021-021)
• Zoning change to allow warehouse at 3301 Springer Road (Z2021-024)
• Ordinance reducing ETJ by 3,475.20 acres north of Rockwall/Collin county line (A2021-005)
• Authorize $35,000 for Founders Day Festival 2022 entertainment from hotel occupancy tax

The Rockwall City Council voted 6-0 (with one absence) to approve an employment contract making Mary Smith the permanent city manager, removing her interim title. The council also approved the entire consent agenda, including multiple specific use permits, zoning changes, and a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy. A public hearing was held and a zoning change for townhomes on a 6.88-acre tract was approved. Two annexation and zoning items for a 20.83-acre tract at 427 Clem Road were approved with a 5-1 vote, with Councilmember Campbell opposed.

• Approved permanent city manager contract for Mary Smith (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent agenda including 15 items (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved zoning change for townhomes at Spyglass Hill (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved annexation of 20.83-acre tract at 427 Clem Road (5-1, 1 absent)
• Approved zoning change to PD-91 for 427 Clem Road (5-1, 1 absent)
• Appointed Marci Hall to Historic Preservation Advisory Board (6-0, 1 absent)
• Reappointed Sarah Freed, Jay Odom, and Brad Adams to HPAB (6-0, 1 absent)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission meets July 27, 2021 to consider a mix of plats, site plans, and zoning requests. A public hearing covers a zoning change to allow townhomes on 6.88 acres in the Spyglass Hill area. Several large subdivision plats are on the agenda, including the 196.009-acre Homestead Subdivision at FM-549 and FM-1139. Most items are listed for discussion and possible action.

• Public hearing Z2021-026: zoning change to PD-8 to allow townhomes on 6.88 acres near Henry M. Chandler Drive and Ridge Road [FM-740]
• P2021-041/P2021-044: Master Plat and Preliminary Plat for the 196.009-acre Homestead Subdivision at FM-549 and FM-1139
• SP2021-020: Site plan for a multi-family apartment building on 3.338 acres at SH-66 and SH-205 [N. Goliad Street]
• Z2021-031: zoning change from Agricultural (AG) to Single-Family 1 (SF-1) for 4.95 acres at 2065 & 2075 Airport Road
• Z2021-028: text amendment to UDC fee schedule to create a Non-Compliant Structure application fee for Specific Use Permit applications

The Architectural Review Board approved three site plans: a warehouse/office building on Springer Road, a retail store with gas sales near SH-205 and FM-549, and an amended restaurant plan at 2235 S. Goliad Street. All approvals were for properties zoned Commercial or Planned Development District 46, with overlays as noted. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved site plan SP2021-015 for warehouse/office building on 1.914 acres in PD-46
• Approved site plan SP2021-021 for retail store with gasoline sales on 1.503 acres in C District with SH-205 Overlay
• Approved amended site plan SP2021-023 for restaurant at 2235 S. Goliad Street in C District with SH-276, IH-30, and SH-205 Overlays

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider three site plan requests for commercial developments. These include a new warehouse/office building, a retail store with gasoline sales, and an amended plan for a restaurant.

• SP2021-015: Site plan for warehouse/office building on 1.914 acres south of Springer Road
• SP2021-021: Site plan for retail store with gasoline sales on 1.503 acres east of S. Goliad Street and S. FM-549
• SP2021-023: Amended site plan for restaurant at 2235 S. Goliad Street

The Rockwall County Architectural Review Board meeting on July 27, 2021, was called to order but lacked a quorum, with only two of seven members present. No action items were discussed or decided, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:15 p.m. without any substantive decisions.

• No quorum; meeting adjourned without action

Main Street Advisory Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider site plan approvals for three different commercial developments. These include a warehouse/office building, a retail store with gasoline sales, and an amended site plan for a restaurant.

• SP2021-015: Site plan for a warehouse/office building on a 1.914-acre parcel on the southside of Springer Road west of Data Drive
• SP2021-021: Site plan for a retail store with gasoline sales on a 1.503-acre portion of land east of S. Goliad Street [SH-205] and S. FM-549
• SP2021-023: Amended site plan for a restaurant at 2235 S. Goliad Street [SH-205] on a 2.2297-acre parcel

ART Commission

The Art Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Art in Public Places Master Plan. Kathleen Morrow will provide updates and lead discussions on funding, communications, and the City’s comprehensive plan.

• Discussion and potential action on the Art in Public Places Master Plan

The Rockwall Art Commission discussed the Art in Public Places Master Plan and agreed that Kathleen Morrow should remain on the board or as a committee member until the plan is completed. The board decided to place the Master Plan item on the August agenda, along with upcoming projects and the appointment of a Master Plan subcommittee. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily a work session.

• Agreed Kathleen Morrow may remain on board/committee until Master Plan completed
• Placed Master Plan item on August agenda
• Added upcoming projects and Master Plan subcommittee appointment to August agenda

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss goal setting and transformation strategies. Members will also provide updates on the Historical Walking Tour roll out date.

• Review and action on May 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Historical Walking Tour roll out date
• Discussion of transformation strategies and goal setting

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a work session to hear a proposal from Clark Staggs for a private hangar development east of the Ralph M. Hall/Rockwall Municipal Airport, including 49 enclosed and 3 corporate hangars. The council will also discuss the City Manager appointment process in executive session and consider several public hearings and action items, including zoning changes, specific use permits, and annexations.

• Hangar development proposal: 49 enclosed and 3 corporate hangars, with a new 2,800 SF airport office/terminal offered in exchange for a through-the-fence access agreement
• Z2021-020: Specific Use Permit for House of Worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive (7.45 acres)
• Z2021-021: Specific Use Permit to expand Mini-Warehouse Facility at 1280 E. Ralph Hall Parkway (6.06 acres)
• A2021-004/A2021-005: Annexation of 20.83 acres at 427 Clem Road and release of 3,475.20 acres from ETJ
• Z2021-026: Zoning change to allow townhomes on 6.88 acres south of Henry M. Chandler Drive

The Rockwall City Council approved a Specific Use Permit for St. Benedict's Anglican Church to operate a house of worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive, despite public opposition. It also approved annexation and zoning for a 20.83-acre tract at 427 Clem Road, and approved several other zoning and permit requests. The council denied a request for an accessory building at 3221 Diamond Way Drive.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for St. Benedict's Anglican Church at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive (7-0).
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Vault Self-Storage expansion at 1280 E. Ralph Hall Parkway (7-0).
• Approved Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 147 Eva Place (7-0).
• Denied Specific Use Permit for accessory building at 3221 Diamond Way Drive (6-1).
• Approved zoning change to allow warehouse at 3301 Springer Road (7-0).
• Approved Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 154 Lynne Drive (7-0).
• Approved annexation of 20.83 acres at 427 Clem Road (6-1).
• Approved zoning change for PD-91 at 427 Clem Road (6-1).

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several Specific Use Permits and zoning changes, including a house of worship, a self-storage expansion, residential infill projects, and a warehouse use. The consent agenda includes approval of a final plat, a preliminary plat, and an amended site plan for a restaurant. The commission will also discuss the director's report on recent City Council approvals.

• SUP for House of Worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive (7.45 acres)
• SUP for Mini-Warehouse expansion at 1280 E. Ralph Hall Parkway (6.06 acres)
• Zoning change to allow townhomes in PD-8 on 6.88 acres south of Henry M. Chandler Drive
• Final Plat for 5.74 acres at 260 Anna Cade Road (ETJ)
• Preliminary Plat for 94.273 acres at S. Munson Street and Streetman Road (ETJ)

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for a house of worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive, with a 5-1 vote. The commission also approved several other items, including a site plan for two office buildings on N. Lakeshore Drive. A request to amend Planned Development District 8 to allow townhomes was tabled until the July 27, 2021 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including final plat for Aaron Selden Addition, preliminary plat for Landon Subdivision Phase 2, and amended site plan for Mi Cocina restaurant.
• Approved Specific Use Permit for St. Benedict's Anglican Church house of worship at 1500 Sunset Hill Drive (5-1).
• Approved Specific Use Permit for expansion of Vault Self-Storage mini-warehouse facility at 1280 E. Ralph Hall Parkway (6-0).
• Approved Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 147 Eva Place (6-0).
• Approved Specific Use Permit for accessory building at 3221 Diamond Way Drive (5-1).
• Approved zoning change to allow warehouse use in PD-46 at 3301 Springer Road (6-0).
• Approved Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 154 Lynne Drive (6-0).
• Tabled zoning change to allow townhomes in PD-8 until July 27, 2021 meeting (6-0).

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider two site plan requests. These include a multi-family apartment building and a two-building office complex.

• SP2021-020: Site Plan for Urban Residential multi-family apartments on 3.338 acres at SH-66 and SH-205 [N. Goliad Street]
• SP2021-018: Site Plan for two office buildings on 1.128 acres at 1942 & 1944 N. Lakeshore Drive

The Architectural Review Board recommended approval of a site plan for a multi-family apartment building on a 3.338-acre tract at the southwest corner of SH-66 and SH-205, voting 5-0. The board also recommended approval of a site plan for two office buildings at 1942 & 1944 N. Lakeshore Drive, including variances for stone, four-sided architecture, cementitious siding, and horizontal articulation, voting 4-0 with one abstention.

• Approved site plan for multi-family apartment building (SP2021-020) (5-0)
• Approved site plan for two office buildings (SP2021-018) with variances (4-0, 1 abstention)

ART Commission

The Art Commission is meeting to discuss the locations and quantities for the Butterfly Project. Members will also review the funding section of the Art in Public Places Master Plan and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Butterfly Project locations, quantities, publicity, and education
• Art in Public Places Master Plan funding section
• Incorporation of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan into the Master Plan
• June 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Art Commission recommended a $10,000 butterfly project to the City Council, approving a motion to have the Parks Department fabricate 10 metal butterflies for gardens and public locations. The board also approved the May 11, 2021 minutes as presented. Discussion on the Art in Public Places Master Plan was deferred to a work session on July 21.

• Approved the May 11, 2021 minutes as presented, motion passed 4-0.
• Recommended the butterfly project at a cost of $10,000.00 to the City Council for consideration and approval, motion passed 4-0.
• Agreed to ask the Parks Department to fabricate 10 butterflies, 8 for gardens and 2 for additional public locations (TBD).
• Agreed to a 3' to 4' mount for painting purposes only, to be extended upon completion and prior to park installation.
• Deferred discussion on the Art in Public Places Master Plan funding section and 2040 Comprehensive Plan to a work session on July 21 at 1:00PM.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss a site plan for a multi-family apartment building. The meeting also includes the recognition of citizen lifesaving awards and a review of the May 2021 monthly report.

• SP2021-20: Site plan for multi-family apartment building on 3.338 acres at SH66 and SH205 (N. Goliad St)
• Citizen Lifesaving Awards for Chris Daniels, Kaden McClendon, and Harrison Steinberger
• Approval of June 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board approved a site plan for a multi-family apartment building on a 3.338-acre tract at SH66 and SH205, accepting $339,533 in park fees ($174,369 cash-in-lieu and $165,164 pro-rata equipment). The board also approved the June 1, 2021 meeting minutes and recognized three lifeguards for saving a child's life.

• Approved the June 1, 2021 Park Board meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved the site plan for a multi-family apartment building on 3.338 acres at SH66 and SH205, with fees totaling $339,533.00.
• Recognized Chris Daniels, Kaden McClendon, and Harrison Steinberger with Lifesaving Awards for rescuing a drowning child at Gloria Williams Pool.

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss a development agreement, airport management, and power line easements. In open session, they will consider several zoning changes, approve construction contracts for utility projects, and hear a presentation on short-term rental regulations.

• Zoning change for 196-acre tract at FM-549 and FM-1139 from Agricultural to Planned Development for single-family (2nd reading)
• Zoning change for 17.03-acre tract on Airport Road from Agricultural to Light Industrial (2nd reading)
• Zoning change for 43.237-acre tract near FM-549 and Capital Boulevard from Agricultural to Light Industrial (2nd reading)
• Construction contract with Gomez Brothers Construction for FM 549 Utility Relocation Project, $1,414,670
• Construction contract with Douglas Dailey Construction for Buffalo Creek Tributary 1 Sanitary Sewer Interceptor, $1,604,615

The Rockwall City Council approved the consent agenda (items 1-15) and item 16 (P2021-035) after clarification that it was a ministerial approval. They also authorized the interim city manager to negotiate a two-year lease extension for the airport FBO agreement. Several board and commission reappointments were approved. No action was taken on short-term rental regulations, but the council will consider sample ordinances.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-15, including zoning changes, plats, and construction contracts (6-0, Johannesen absent)
• Approved consent agenda item 16, P2021-035 conveyance plat for TAC Rockwall Addition (6-0, Johannesen absent)
• Authorized interim city manager to negotiate two-year lease extension for airport FBO agreement (6-0, Johannesen absent)
• Approved MIS2021-007 special exception for duplex setback at 814 Peters Colony (6-0, Johannesen absent)
• Reappointed members to ART Review Team, Airport Advisory Board, Animal Advisory Board, Board of Adjustments, Architectural Review Board, Park Board, and Rockwall Housing Authority Board (6-0, Johannesen absent)
• Discussed but took no action on short-term rental regulations; will review sample ordinances

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, action items, and discussion items. The agenda includes multiple replats, final plats, site plans, and specific use permits, as well as zoning changes. Public hearings are scheduled for several specific use permits and zoning changes, with decisions to be made on some items.

• Replat for 5.50 acres at 400-412 Renfro Street (P2021-029)
• Replat for 18.762 acres at 1700 John King Boulevard (P2021-030)
• Final Plat for 2.74 acres at 600 Turtle Cove Boulevard (P2021-032)
• Special Exception for duplex setback at 814 Peters Colony (MIS2021-007)
• Zoning Change to allow warehouse at 3301 Springer Road (Z2021-024)

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda (7-0), which included several replats and final plats, and approved a special exception for a duplex setback at 814 Peters Colony (7-0). The commission also discussed multiple upcoming items, including specific use permits and zoning changes, which will be considered at the July 13, 2021 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved special exception for duplex setback at 814 Peters Colony (7-0)

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review reports from the Airport Manager and staff. Discussions include funding from the CARES Act and CRRSAA, as well as budget requests for FY 2021-2022.

• CARES Act and Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) funding
• Athey Property land adjacent to the airport
• FY 2021-2022 Budget Requests
• Potential Capital Improvements

The Airport Advisory Board approved the minutes from its March 8, 2021 meeting by a 5-0 vote. The board heard reports from the airport manager and staff, including updates on CARES Act funding, a new CRRSAA grant, and potential budget requests for runway lighting and hangar replacements. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved the minutes from the March 8, 2021 meeting (5-0).
• Heard a report from FBO/Airport Manager Melissa Hardin on operations, fuel sales, Civil Air Patrol basing a plane, and hangar management.
• Heard a staff report on CARES Act funds ($30,000) used for five hangar pad rebuilds.
• Heard that the city is receiving $32,000 from CRRSAA for airport improvements.
• Heard about interest in an aviation project on six acres adjacent to the airport.
• Heard about FY 2022 budget requests, including five additional hangar pad replacements and a new runway lighting system (estimated total $921,678).

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider site plan approvals for several commercial and residential projects. These include an amended plan for an existing restaurant and new plans for retail, office, and multi-family housing.

• Amended Site Plan for Mi Cocina restaurant at 971 E. IH-30 (SP2021-016)
• Site Plan for a retail store with gasoline sales east of S. Goliad Street and S. FM-549 (SP2021-017)
• Site Plan for a multi-family apartment building at the southwest corner of SH-66 and SH-205 (SP2021-020)
• Site Plan for two office buildings at 1942 & 1944 N. Lakeshore Drive (SP2021-018)

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board approved an amended site plan for the Mi Cocina restaurant at 971 E. IH-30 by a 4-0 vote. A site plan for a retail store with gasoline sales was withdrawn by the applicant, and no action was taken. The board reviewed a multi-family apartment building site plan and requested renderings, and reviewed two office buildings, recommending shrubs and windows to break up a blank wall.

• Approved amended site plan for Mi Cocina restaurant (4-0)
• Withdrawn: site plan for retail store with gasoline sales (no action)
• Reviewed multi-family apartment site plan; requested renderings
• Reviewed two office buildings; recommended shrubs and windows

City Council

The Rockwall City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several development-related items, including zoning changes, a preliminary plat for a 56-lot subdivision, development agreements for possible annexations, and a request for a skate park. The agenda includes public hearings for zoning changes and specific use permits, as well as consent agenda items and appointments.

• Preliminary plat for Winding Creek Subdivision, 56 single-family lots on 38.012 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for 196.009 acres at FM-549 and FM-1139 (1st reading)
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for 17.03 acres on Airport Road (1st reading)
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for 43.237 acres near FM-549 and Capital Boulevard (1st reading)
• Request to waive roadway impact fees for Harbor Heights Condominium project

The Rockwall City Council approved a zoning change (Z2021-014) for a 196.009-acre tract at the northeast corner of FM-549 and FM-1139, changing it from Agricultural (AG) to a Planned Development District for Single-Family 8.4 (SF-8.4) uses, allowing 490 lots. The council also approved a consent agenda including a natural gas franchise agreement with Si Energy, L.P., and a preliminary plat for the 56-lot Winding Creek Subdivision. Additionally, the council waived roadway impact fees for the Harbor Heights Condominium project, approved a specific use permit for a duplex at 511 S. Clark Street, and approved two light industrial zoning changes.

• Approved zoning change Z2021-014 for 490-lot residential development (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Si Energy gas franchise and Winding Creek preliminary plat (7-0)
• Waived roadway impact fees for Harbor Heights Condominium project (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved specific use permit for duplex at 511 S. Clark Street (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to Light Industrial for 17.03-acre tract on Airport Road (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to Light Industrial for 43.237-acre tract near FM-549 and Capital Boulevard (7-0)
• Approved annual update to OURHometown Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan (7-0)
• Authorized 212 Development Agreement for 20.83-acre tract at 427 Clem Road (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning changes, including a 196-acre agricultural-to-residential rezoning, two agricultural-to-light-industrial rezonings, and two specific use permits. The commission will also consider a preliminary plat for a 56-lot subdivision, an amended site plan, and an annual comprehensive plan update. Consent agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a preliminary plat.

• Z2021-014: Rezone 196.009 acres at FM-549 and FM-1139 from AG to PD for SF-8.4
• Z2021-017: Rezone 17.03 acres on Airport Road from AG to Light Industrial
• Z2021-018: Rezone 43.237 acres near FM-549 and Capital Blvd from AG to Light Industrial
• P2021-026: Preliminary plat for 56-lot Winding Creek Subdivision on 38.012 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Rd
• Z2021-016: SUP for nonconforming detached garage at 361 Willowcrest

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for the 196-acre Klutts Farm property from Agricultural to a Planned Development District for Single-Family 8.4 uses, allowing a 490-lot subdivision. The commission also approved a Specific Use Permit for a duplex at 511 S. Clark Street and two zoning changes to Light Industrial for properties on Airport Road and near FM-549. A request for an oversized detached garage at 361 Willowcrest was denied.

• Approved Z2021-014: Zoning change for 196-acre Klutts Farm tract to Planned Development District for Single-Family 8.4, allowing a 490-lot subdivision (5-1).
• Approved Z2021-015: Specific Use Permit for Residential Infill duplex at 511 S. Clark Street (5-1).
• Denied Z2021-016: Specific Use Permit for a detached garage exceeding size limits at 361 Willowcrest (4-2).
• Approved Z2021-017: Zoning change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for a 17.03-acre tract on Airport Road (6-0).
• Approved Z2021-018: Zoning change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for a 43.237-acre tract near FM-549 and Capital Boulevard (6-0).
• Approved Z2021-019: Annual update to the OURHometown Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan (6-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including the May 25, 2021 minutes and preliminary plats for Winding Creek Subdivision and an amended site plan at 108 St. Mary Street (6-0).

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with executive sessions on municipal court judge appointments and subcommittee designations. The consent agenda includes several plat approvals, specific use permits, a contract amendment for FM-552 utility relocation, and budget amendments. Action items include a sculpture project, a franchise agreement with Si Energy, and a text amendment to the Lake Ray Hubbard Take Line Overlay District.

• Contract amendment with Birkhoff, Hendricks and Carter for FM-552 Utility Relocation Project, additional amount not to exceed $244,310
• Budget amendment of $289,283.54 for electric ancillary services charges to Gexa Energy from General Fund Reserves
• Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 550 E. Quail Run Road (Z2021-008, 2nd reading)
• Specific Use Permit for accessory building at 710 & 804 S. Alamo Road (Z2021-011, 2nd reading)
• Franchise Agreement with Si Energy, L.P. for natural gas service

The Rockwall City Council appointed Matt Scott as Presiding Municipal Court Judge (6-1) and Ryan Lee as Associate Municipal Court Judge (5-2). The council approved a consent agenda including multiple plats, specific use permits, and budget amendments. It also approved a resolution for a Multiple Use Agreement with TXDOT for a city flagpole project, authorized a $324,800 budget for the 'Discovery' sculpture project, and granted a 10-year natural gas franchise to Si Energy, L.P. A specific use permit for an accessory building at 710 & 804 S. Alamo Road failed (3-4).

• Appointed Matt Scott as Presiding Municipal Court Judge (6-1)
• Appointed Ryan Lee as Associate Municipal Court Judge (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including plats, specific use permits, and budget amendments (7-0)
• Approved TXDOT Multiple Use Agreement for city flagpole project (7-0)
• Authorized $324,800 budget for 'Discovery' sculpture project (7-0)
• Granted 10-year natural gas franchise to Si Energy, L.P. (7-0)
• Denied specific use permit for accessory building at 710 & 804 S. Alamo Road (3-4)
• Approved text amendment to Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay District (6-0, 1 recusal)

ART Commission

The Art Commission will meet to review the goals section of the Art in Public Places Master Plan. Members will also receive updates and take action regarding the Butterfly Project and the Discovery Project.

• Art in Public Places Master Plan goals discussion
• Butterfly Project progress update
• Discovery Project review
• May 19, 2021 meeting minutes approval

The Rockwall ART Commission approved the May 11, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0). They discussed the Art in Public Places Master Plan goals, with Kathleen Morrow to send updated goals for review. The Butterfly Project is progressing, with a possible school art show and plans to assess the mold upon delivery. The Discovery Project is back on track, with $325,000 in City budget funding proposed (possibly HOT funds), and the statue to be placed on the downtown square; the item will go to the City Council on June 7, 2021. The mural was declared a total loss by insurance, and a contractor will remove it at a cost of $4,000-$5,000, paid by insurance.

• Approved May 11, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed and updated Art in Public Places Master Plan goals; Kathleen Morrow to send revised plan for review
• Discussed Butterfly Project progress; considered school art show and future mounting specifics
• Reviewed Discovery Project; funding of $325,000 proposed from City budget, possibly HOT funds
• Discovery Project to be placed on City Council agenda for June 7, 2021 approval
• Noted mural total loss; contractor removal cost $4,000-$5,000 covered by insurance

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss a zoning change for a 196.009 acre tract and a preliminary plat for a 39-lot residential subdivision. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a future skate park.

• Z2021-014: Zoning change from AG District to Planned Development District (SF-8.4) for 196.009 acres at FM549 and FM1139
• P2021-026: Preliminary plat for Winding Creek Subdivision (39 single family residential lots) at Clem Rd
• Appointment with Paul Fields to discuss a future skate park

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board heard public support for a future skate park and discussed it with Paul Field, but took no formal action. The board unanimously approved the May 4, 2021 minutes, supported naming a future park after the Klutts family if land is donated, and approved the preliminary plat for Winding Creek Subdivision with fees totaling $46,254.

• Approved May 4, 2021 Park Board minutes (unanimous)
• Supported Klutts Family name for future park if land donated (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Winding Creek Subdivision, 39 lots, fees $46,254 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning changes, including a 196-acre agricultural-to-residential request and two agricultural-to-light-industrial requests, plus a 39-lot residential subdivision preliminary plat. The consent agenda includes approvals for final plats, replats, and a preliminary plat. The commission will also discuss a special exception for a fence and an amended site plan.

• Z2021-014: Zoning change from AG to PD for SF-8.4 on 196.009 acres at FM-549 and FM-1139
• Z2021-017: Zoning change from AG to Light Industrial on 17.03 acres on Airport Road
• Z2021-018: Zoning change from AG to Light Industrial on 43.237 acres near Corporate Crossing and Capital Boulevard
• P2021-026: Preliminary plat for Winding Creek Subdivision, 39 single-family lots on 38.012 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road
• MIS2021-006: Special exception for a masonry screening wall at 54 Shadydale Lane

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda (items 1-7) by a 7-0 vote, excluding item 8. It also approved a special exception (MIS2021-006) allowing a previously constructed masonry screening wall at 54 Shadydale Lane to remain as built, despite exceeding the previously approved 8-foot height by up to 9-12 inches, by a 5-2 vote. All other items were discussion-only and will return for action on June 15, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-7 (7-0)
• Approved special exception for fence at 54 Shadydale Lane as built (5-2)
• Tabled item 8 (Richard Harris No. 2 Replat) from consent agenda
• Discussed zoning change for 196-acre Klutts Farm tract (Z2021-0144), action June 15
• Discussed SUP for duplex at 511 S. Clark Street (Z2021-015), action June 15
• Discussed SUP for detached garage at 361 Willowcrest (Z2021-016), action June 15
• Discussed zoning changes to Light Industrial for two tracts (Z2021-017, Z2021-018), action June 15
• Discussed annual Comprehensive Plan update (Z2021-019), action June 15

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will discuss whether to direct staff to expand the Old Town Rockwall (OTR) Historic District. The meeting also includes an update on historic projects from Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller.

• Discussion on the expansion of the Old Town Rockwall (OTR) Historic District
• Project updates from Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved a motion to proceed with the expansion of the Old Town Rockwall Historic District. Staff will send letters to property owners and hold an open house; if 51% of owners consent, the request will go to City Council for survey funding. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the March 18, 2021 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including March 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved process for expanding Old Town Rockwall Historic District (4-0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss next steps for the Historical Walking Tour. The board will also discuss and take action regarding the 2021 Legacy Award.

• Action on April 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Historical Walking Tour follow-up items
• Discussion and action on the 2021 Legacy Award

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board unanimously approved the March 23, 2021 meeting minutes and nominated Claudette Hatfield for the 2021 Legacy Award, with all members in favor. No other formal decisions were made; the board discussed the Historical Walking Tour and recognized upcoming events.

• Approved March 23, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Awarded 2021 Legacy Award to Claudette Hatfield (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple construction contracts for road and utility projects, as well as several zoning requests and the swearing-in of newly elected members. The body will also discuss the expiration of development agreements for two land areas.

• Ridge Road West Reconstruction Project contract with DDM Construction Corporation for $3,354,900.00
• Heath Street Pump Station Project contract with Crescent Construction, Inc. for $2,777,000.00
• North Lakeshore Bridge Repair Project contract with A&B Construction, LLC for $489,414.50
• Pickleball Court and Parking Lot at the Park at Hickory Ridge for $456,678.61
• Two 2021 Police Pursuit Tahoes from Caldwell Country Chevrolet for $116,000

The Rockwall City Council approved a consent agenda including a $3.35 million construction contract for the Ridge Road West Reconstruction Project, funded by 2018 Street Bonds. They also approved several other contracts, plats, and a hotel tax funding request. In public hearings, they approved two specific use permits for residential infill, denied one for a nonconforming accessory building, and approved another for a greenhouse. The council also named the lighthouse at The Harbor after former Mayor Scott Self and extended two 212 Development Agreements.

• Approved $3,354,900 Ridge Road West Reconstruction contract with DDM Construction (7-0)
• Approved $456,678.61 pickleball court and parking lot at Park at Hickory Ridge (7-0)
• Approved $116,000 for two 2021 Police Pursuit Tahoes (7-0)
• Approved $2,777,000 Heath Street Pump Station contract with Crescent Construction (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Gideon Grove Phase 2, 84 lots (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for 550 E. Quail Run Rd. residential infill (7-0)
• Denied Specific Use Permit for 1748 Lake Breeze Dr. accessory building (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for greenhouse at 710 & 804 S. Alamo Rd. (4-3)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will determine if the Skorburg Co. can resubmit a zoning application for a 196.009-acre tract after a previous 526-lot proposal was denied. The body will also consider several site plans, plats, and specific use permits for residential and commercial properties.

• Request to resubmit zoning application for a 490-lot subdivision on Tract 6 of the J. A. Ramsey Survey
• Site plan for a sports and recreation facility at Corporate Crossing (FM-549) and IH-30 Frontage Road
• Final Plat for Phase 2 of Gideon Grove Subdivision (84 single-family lots)
• Specific Use Permit for a general retail store at 2740 SH-276
• Text Amendment to the Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay District regarding temporary structures

The Rockwall Planning & Zoning Commission approved a request to resubmit a zoning application, several Specific Use Permits (SUPs), and site plans, while denying one SUP amendment. The commission also approved the consent agenda and a text amendment. All decisions will be forwarded to the City Council.

• Approved zoning application resubmission (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including site plans and plats (5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 550 E. Quail Run (5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 704 Parks Avenue (5-0)
• Denied SUP amendment for accessory building at 1748 Lake Breeze Drive (5-0)
• Approved SUP for greenhouse at 710 & 804 S. Alamo Road (4-1)
• Approved withdrawal of SUP request for general retail store (5-0)
• Approved text amendment for temporary structures in takeline overlay (5-0)

ART Commission

The Art Commission is meeting to discuss updates to the Art in Public Places Master Plan and the progress of the Butterfly Project. The body will also consider appointing a board chair and vice chair.

• Appointment of board chair and vice chair
• Recommended changes to the Art in Public Places Master Plan
• Progress update on the Butterfly Project
• Review of April 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Rockwall Art Commission approved the April 12, 2021 minutes and voted to table discussion of the Art in Public Places Master Plan until the June meeting. They also approved the purchase of a butterfly mold for the Butterfly Project, with the Main Street Manager to order it. The commission discussed the Discovery and Mural projects, with the mural assessment completed and city administration to discuss resolution with property owners and City Council.

• Approved April 12, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Tabled Art in Public Places Master Plan discussion until June meeting (5-0)
• Approved purchase of butterfly mold for Butterfly Project (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and consider the approval of a resolution to canvass the returns from the May 1, 2021 General Election.

• Resolution canvassing the returns of the May 1, 2021 General Election

The Rockwall City Council approved Resolution 21-07 to canvass the returns of the May 1, 2021 General Election, certifying the winners based on plurality votes. The motion passed 5-0 with two members absent. Certificates of Election were distributed, and new council members will be sworn in at the May 17 regular meeting.

• Approved Resolution 21-07 canvassing May 1, 2021 election results (5-0, 2 absent)
• Declared winners in contested races based on plurality per City Charter
• Distributed Certificates of Election to declared winners
• Scheduled swearing-in of new council members for May 17 regular meeting

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss the approval of a residential plat and the naming of a lighthouse. The meeting includes a review of March 2021 reports and a tour of citywide parks.

• Final plat for Phase 2 of Gideon Grove (84 single family residential lots) at E. Quail Run and John King Blvd
• Naming the lighthouse at The Harbor after Scott Self

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved naming the lighthouse at The Harbor after Scott Self, a recommendation originating from City Council. The board also approved the final plat for Phase 2 of Gideon Grove, an 84-lot single-family residential subdivision, and the minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting.

• Approved naming the lighthouse at The Harbor after Scott Self (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Phase 2 of Gideon Grove, 84 single-family lots (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved minutes from April 6, 2021 Park Board meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several real property acquisitions and leases in executive session. The public meeting includes voting on road reconstruction contracts and plat approvals for hospital and industrial sites.

• Construction contract for Turtle Cove Blvd. and W. Yellowjacket Lane Reconstruction Project with Quality Excavation, LLC for $1,128,090.00
• Construction materials testing contract for Turtle Cove Blvd. and W. Yellowjacket Lane with Alliance Geotechnical Group for $65,105.00
• Final Plat approval for a 90.68-acre tract for Amazon.com Services, LLC at Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard
• Replat approval for a 23.0927-acre parcel at 3142-3150 Horizon Road for Rockwall Regional Hospital, LLC
• Ordinance amending Chapter 22 of the Municipal Code regarding improvements and storage on unleased land within the takeline

The Rockwall City Council approved a consent agenda including a $1,128,090 construction contract for the Turtle Cove Boulevard and W. Yellowjacket Lane reconstruction project, a $65,105 materials testing contract, and two plats. They also approved an ordinance regulating improvements and storage on unleased land within the Lake Ray Hubbard takeline (5-2, with two abstentions), and approved street closures for the Sheriff's Posse Roundup event. The council expressed agreement to have American Idol contestant Graham DeFranco perform at an upcoming Concert by the Lake.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,128,090 construction contract for Turtle Cove Blvd/W. Yellowjacket Lane (7-0)
• Approved $65,105 materials testing contract for same project (7-0)
• Approved replat for Lot 25, Block A, Presbyterian Hospital of Rockwall Addition (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Amazon.com Services LLC, 90.68-acre tract at Justin Road and Industrial Blvd (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-18 regulating unleased land within Lake Ray Hubbard takeline (5-2, with 2 abstentions)
• Approved street closures for Sheriff's Posse Roundup on Nov. 5-6, 2021 (7-0)
• Appointed Kyle Thompson as alternate to Board of Adjustments (7-0)
• Agreed to have Graham DeFranco perform at an upcoming Concert by the Lake

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a 90.68-acre final plat for Amazon.com Services, LLC and a replat for Rockwall Regional Hospital. The body is also discussing several specific use permits for residential infill and accessory buildings, as well as a text amendment for the Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay District.

• Final Plat for Amazon.com Services, LLC (90.68 acres) at Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard
• Replat for Rockwall Regional Hospital, LLC at 3142-3150 Horizon Road (23.0927 acres)
• Final Plat for Phase 2 of Gideon Grove Subdivision (84 single-family lots on 30.36 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Fit Sport Life Addition (55.784 acres) at Corporate Crossing and IH-30 Frontage Road
• Text Amendment to Subsection 06.15, Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay (TL OV) District

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, including minutes and two plats, by a 6-0 vote. All discussion items, including several specific use permits and plats, were deferred to the May 11, 2021 meeting for further action. No substantive decisions were made on the discussion items.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and two plats (6-0)
• Deferred SUP for residential infill at 550 E. Quail Run Rd to May 11
• Deferred SUP for residential infill at 704 Parks Ave to May 11
• Deferred SUP for accessory building at 1748 Lake Breeze Dr to May 11
• Deferred SUP for greenhouse at 710 & 804 S. Alamo St to May 11
• Deferred SUP for cigar shop at 2740 SH-276 to May 11
• Deferred text amendment for Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay to May 11
• Deferred final plat for Gideon Grove Phase 2 to May 11

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider three site plan requests. These include a new sports and recreation facility, a new office building, and an amended site plan for an existing building.

• SP2021-010: Site plan for a sports and recreation facility at the southeast corner of Corporate Crossing [FM-549] and IH-30 Frontage Road
• SP2021-012: Site plan for an office building at 259 Ranch Trail
• SP2021-013: Amended site plan for an existing building at 408 S. Goliad Street

The Architectural Review Board recommended approval of three site plans: a sports and recreation facility, an office building, and an amended site plan for an existing building. All motions passed unanimously with some members absent.

• Recommended approval of sports facility site plan SP2021-010 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of office building site plan SP2021-012 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of amended site plan SP2021-013 (4-0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to discuss and consider three site plan requests. These include a new sports facility, an office building, and an amended plan for an existing building.

• SP2021-010: Site Plan for a sports and recreation facility at Corporate Crossing (FM-549) and IH-30 Frontage Road
• SP2021-012: Site Plan for an office building at 259 Ranch Trail
• SP2021-013: Amended Site Plan for an existing building at 408 S. Goliad Street

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board approved the March 23, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0). Members discussed the Historical Walking Tour, assigning properties to volunteers, and the 2021 Legacy Award, but no formal action was taken on these items. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved March 23, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to review follow-up items for the Historical Walking Tour. The board will also discuss the 2021 Legacy Award and potentially nominate a sub-committee to review nominees.

• Review and action on March 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Historical Walking Tour next steps
• Discussion of 2021 Legacy Award and potential sub-committee nomination

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss real property sales, agreements with Blackland Water Supply Corporation, municipal court matters, ambulance services, and other legal issues. The public portion includes consent agenda items such as a $500,000 concrete pavement repair contract, a $90,000 annual chemical injection contract, and several plat approvals. Public hearings will consider zoning amendments for a 70.4-acre tract and a 196-acre zoning change, along with action items on ordinances, parking waivers, and a police department update.

• Award $500,000 contract to Urban Infraconstruction for concrete pavement repair
• Approve $90,000 annual contract with Evoqua Water Technologies for chemical injection at lift stations
• Public hearing on zoning amendment to PD-79 for 70.408 acres near John King Boulevard
• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to PD for 196.009 acres near FM-549 and FM-1139
• Consider alcohol waiver for Founders Day Festival at Harry Myers Park on May 15, 2021

The Rockwall City Council denied a request to rezone 196 acres of the Klutts Farm from Agricultural to a Planned Development District for a 526-lot single-family subdivision, despite a Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation for approval. The motion failed 3-4, with Councilmembers Campbell, Macalik, Pruitt, and Daniels voting against. The council also approved a consent agenda including a $500,000 concrete pavement repair contract and denied a separate zoning amendment for the Saddle Star subdivision.

• Denied Z2021-007, rezoning 196-acre Klutts Farm for 526-lot subdivision (3-4)
• Denied Z2021-006, zoning amendment for Saddle Star PD-79 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $500,000 concrete repair contract (7-0)
• Approved amended Legacy Humane Society contract direction (7-0)
• Approved ordinance regulating unleased land in Lake Ray Hubbard takeline (5-0, 2 recusals)
• Approved major parking waiver for restaurant at 109 E. Washington St. (7-0)
• Approved parking variance for restaurant at Harbor District (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved alcohol waiver for May 15 Founders Day Festival (5-2)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider multiple development requests, including zoning amendments, preliminary plats, replats, and site plans for restaurants, churches, and other projects. The agenda includes both consent items and discretionary approvals, with public comment limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Zoning Amendment to PD-79 for 70.408 acres near John King Boulevard and Featherstone Drive (Z2021-006)
• Zoning Change from AG to PD for SF-7 on 196.009 acres at FM-549 and FM-1139 (Z2021-007)
• Preliminary Plat for Nelson Lake Subdivision, 121.16 acres at FM-1141 and FM-552
• Site Plan for restaurant at IH-30 Frontage Road and Sunset Ridge Drive (SP2021-005)
• Amended Site Plan for First United Methodist Church expansion at 1200 E. Yellow Jacket Lane (SP2021-006)

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning request for a 196-acre tract at FM-549 and FM-1139 from Agricultural to Planned Development for a 526-lot residential subdivision, with a condition to review lot mix without increasing lot count. The commission also approved a zoning amendment for PD-79 to allow modified garage orientations on Type A lots, and approved several site plans and a consent agenda of plats. All approvals are recommendations to the City Council, which will consider them on April 19, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda including replats, final plat, and preliminary plats (7-0)
• Approved Z2021-006 zoning amendment for PD-79 garage orientation (6-1)
• Approved Z2021-007 rezoning for Klutts Farm 526-lot subdivision with condition on lot mix (5-2)
• Approved SP2021-005 restaurant site plan with signage recommendation (7-0)
• Approved SP2021-006 amended site plan for First United Methodist Church expansion (7-0)
• Approved SP2021-007 amended site plan for downtown restaurant (7-0)
• Approved SP2021-008 site plan for Friendship Baptist Church addition (7-0)
• Approved SP2021-009 amended site plan for SPR Manufacturing expansion (7-0)

ART Commission

The Art Commission is meeting to review the March 1, 2021 meeting minutes. The body will discuss and potentially take action on the Art in Public Places Master Plan and the Butterfly Project. Members will also discuss existing and future projects.

• Recommended changes to the Art in Public Places Master Plan
• Progress of the Butterfly Project
• Review of existing and future projects
• Approval of March 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Rockwall Art Commission met via Zoom and approved the March 1, 2021 minutes unanimously (3-0). They discussed the Art in Public Places Master Plan, including a potential citizen survey and clarification of the board's role, and reviewed ongoing projects: the Butterfly Project (aiming for August 2021 rollout), the Discovery Project (scheduling a meeting), and the downtown Mural Project (under assessment). No formal actions were taken on these projects beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved March 1, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Discussed Art in Public Places Master Plan; no formal action
• Discussed Butterfly Project; no formal action
• Discussed Discovery Project; no formal action
• Discussed Mural Project; no formal action

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss a recommendation for a 50-acre regional park south of I-30. The board is also reviewing two plat requests and planning a May board tour.

• Recommendation for a 50-acre regional park south of I-30
• Replat request for Lot 2, Block A at 701 N T.L. Townsend Dr (P2021-009)
• Preliminary plat approval for the southeast corner of FM 1141 & Clem Rd (P2021-014)
• Planning of the May Park Board tour

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board approved the minutes from the March 2, 2021 meeting. They approved a final replat for Lot 2 Block A at 701 N TL Townsend Dr with fees totaling $1,186, and a preliminary plat for a 260-lot development south of I-30 with fees totaling $286,660. The board also recommended that Planning & Zoning accept a 50-acre regional park south of I-30. No action was taken on the May park board tour.

• Approved minutes from March 2, 2021 meeting (unanimous).
• Approved final replat for Lot 2 Block A at 701 N TL Townsend Dr with fees of $1,186 (6-0).
• Approved preliminary plat for 260 lots south of I-30 with fees of $286,660 (6-0).
• Recommended Planning & Zoning accept a 50-acre park south of I-30 (unanimous).
• No action taken on May park board tour details.

City Council

The City Council will discuss ambulance service transfer rates, the addition of three pickleball courts at The Park at Hickory Ridge, and updates to the Municipal Code of Ordinances. The body is also considering several engineering contracts for water line and road projects.

• Zoning change for 37.844 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road from Agricultural to Single-Family 16
• Engineering contract for Squabble Creek Watershed Update not to exceed $82,000.00
• Engineering contract amendment for IH-30 Utility Relocation Project not to exceed $210,419.00
• Engineering contract for IH-30 Water Line Crossing Project not to exceed $94,465.00
• Contract amendment for Ridge Road West Reconstruction Project not to exceed $33,262.62

The Rockwall City Council approved the entire consent agenda, including a boundary agreement with Heath, two zoning ordinances, and several engineering contracts. It also reappointed Chip Imrie to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board. The council heard a presentation from Oncor about the February winter storm but took no action, and discussed non-emergency ambulance service rates without voting.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-10, including minutes, boundary agreement with Heath, zoning changes, and engineering contracts.
• Reappointed Chip Imrie to the NTMWD Board of Directors (7-0).
• Approved moving forward with 3 pickleball courts at The Park at Hickory Ridge, amending budget for parking lot (7-0).
• Appointed Jim Turner to the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (7-0).
• Took no action on non-emergency ambulance service transfer rates or exclusivity.
• Took no action on directing staff to change code for unleased takeline land.
• Took no action on Oncor presentation regarding February winter storm.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to discuss and consider several site plan requests. These include expansions of existing facilities and new developments for commercial and religious properties.

• Amended Site Plan for First United Methodist Church expansion at 1200 E. Yellow Jacket Lane
• Amended Site Plan for SPR Manufacturing expansion at 1480 Justin Road
• Site Plan for a restaurant (2,000 SF or more) at IH-30 Frontage Road and Sunset Ridge Drive
• Amended Site Plan for a restaurant (less than 2,000 SF) at 109 E. Washington Street
• Site Plan for a sports and recreation facility at Corporate Crossing and IH-30 Frontage Road

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board recommended approval of four site plans and approved the consent agenda, all by 5-0 votes. One request was withdrawn by the applicant. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved amended site plan for First United Methodist Church expansion (5-0)
• Approved amended site plan for SPR Manufacturing expansion (5-0)
• Approved site plan for restaurant at IH-30 Frontage Road and Sunset Ridge Drive (5-0)
• Approved amended site plan for restaurant at 109 E. Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved site plan for Rockwall Friendship Baptist Church (5-0)
• Withdrawn: site plan for sports facility at Corporate Crossing and IH-30 Frontage Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will discuss several development cases, including zoning amendments for large tracts of land and various replat and preliminary plat requests. These items are scheduled for potential action or public hearing on April 13, 2021.

• Zoning Amendment for a 70.408-acre tract near John King Boulevard
• Zoning Change from Agricultural to Planned Development for a 196.009-acre tract at FM-549 and FM-1139
• Replat request for 701 N. T. L. Townsend Drive
• Preliminary Plat for Phase 2 of the Saddle Star Subdivision (26.827 acres)
• Site Plan for a restaurant near IH-30 Frontage Road and Sunset Ridge Drive

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session on March 30, 2021, during which it approved the consent agenda (including the February 9, 2021 minutes) by a 7-0 vote. All other agenda items were discussion-only, with no final decisions made. The commission reviewed multiple zoning, plat, and site plan requests, and each was scheduled for public hearing or action on April 13, 2021. One site plan request (SP2021-040) was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the February 9, 2021 meeting minutes, by a 7-0 vote.
• Discussed a zoning amendment for PD-79 to allow modified swing entries on Type A lots; action deferred to April 13.
• Discussed a zoning change for a 196-acre tract at FM-549 and FM-1139; concerns raised about 52-foot lots and flat-front entries; action deferred to April 13.
• Discussed replats for Kennedy Addition, Wreyford Addition, and a final plat for Birds Nest Addition; action deferred to April 13.
• Discussed preliminary plats for Saddle Star Phase 2, Standards, and Nelson Lake subdivisions; action deferred to April 13.
• Discussed site plans for a restaurant, church expansion, and other projects; action deferred to April 13.
• Noted that site plan SP2021-040 for a sports facility was withdrawn by the applicant.
• Received a report on City Council outcomes, including approvals for several plats and a denial of a car wash SUP.

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to review previous meeting minutes and discuss follow-up items for the Historical Walking Tour. The board will also receive a manager's report on district activity and project status.

• Review and action on February 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Historical Walking Tour follow-up items and next steps
• Main Street Manager's report on district activity and project status

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board approved the February 23, 2021 meeting minutes as presented, with a 6-0 vote. The board also discussed the Historical Walking Tour project, reaching consensus to move forward and assigning next steps, including gathering historic photos and coordinating with the GIS manager to finalize the application. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the February 23, 2021 meeting minutes as presented (6-0).
• Reached consensus to move forward with the Historical Walking Tour project, with next steps including gathering photos and finalizing the app.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will receive an update on historic projects. Following the meeting, the board will hold a work session to discuss the boundaries of the Historic District.

• Work session to discuss Historic District boundaries

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved the January 21, 2021 meeting minutes with a 6-0 vote, including a correction to a board member's name spelling. The board received an update that there are no ongoing historic projects, and a previously discussed case had been withdrawn. No other decisions were made.

• Approved the January 21, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (6-0).
• Noted no ongoing historic projects.
• Noted a previous case was withdrawn.

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss agreements with the Blackland Water Supply Corporation in executive session. The body is also considering several plat approvals, zoning changes, and municipal contracts.

• Bid for new Firefighter Bunker Gear from Casco Industries for $30,220
• Contract for new fences at Justin Road and Shores Lift Stations from Axis Construction for $56,233
• Public hearing for a self-service car wash and auto detail at 3611 N. Goliad Street
• Zoning change request for 37.844 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road to Single-Family 16
• Proposed ordinance amending driveway culvert maintenance, repair, and replacement rules

The Rockwall City Council approved a zoning change for a 37.844-acre tract at the southeast corner of FM-1141 and Clem Road, allowing a Planned Development District for Single-Family 16 (SF-16) land uses. The motion passed unanimously (7-0) after a public hearing where residents expressed concerns about density, flooding, and wildlife. The council also denied a Specific Use Permit for a self-service car wash at 3611 N. Goliad Street, and approved the consent agenda, including a bid for firefighter bunker gear and a boundary agreement with the City of Heath.

• Approved Z2021-005: zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for SF-16 on 37.844 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road (7-0).
• Denied Z2021-002: Specific Use Permit for a self-service car wash at 3611 N. Goliad Street (7-0).
• Approved Z2021-004: Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 418 Perch Road (7-0).
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bunker gear purchase ($30,220), fence contract ($56,233), driveway culvert ordinance, SUP for 2825 Marcie Lane, final plat for 777 Cornelius Road, preliminary plats for 2380 FM-549 and 3500 Blackland Road, boundary agreement with Heath, and park dedication fee resolutions.
• Tabled mural request for Bonafide Betties Pie Co. to allow legal review.
• Took no action on Planning & Zoning Commission briefing.
• Took no action as a result of executive session regarding Blackland Water Supply Corporation.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three Specific Use Permits (including a self-service car wash and two residential infill projects) and a zoning change for a 37.8-acre tract. They will also consider consent items for plat approvals, action items for site plans (including a warehouse and a restaurant drive-through), and receive a director's report on recent City Council decisions.

• Specific Use Permit for Self Service Car Wash and Auto Detail at 3611 N. Goliad Street (0.89 acre)
• Specific Use Permit for Residential Infill at 511 S. Clark Street (0.165 acre)
• Specific Use Permit for Residential Infill at 418 Perch Road (0.115 acre)
• Zoning Change from AG to PD for SF-16 on 37.844 acres near FM-1141 and Clem Road
• Site Plan for Warehouse/Distribution Center on 71.022 acres at Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission denied a Specific Use Permit for a self-service car wash and auto detail at 3611 N. Goliad Street after the case was remanded by City Council due to new evidence. The commission also approved a zoning change for a 56-lot residential subdivision, approved two site plans, and approved a residential infill SUP, among other items.

• Denied SUP for self-service car wash at 3611 N. Goliad St (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to PD for SF-16 at FM-1141 & Clem Rd (5-0)
• Approved site plan for warehouse/distribution center at Justin Rd & Industrial Blvd (5-0)
• Approved amended site plan for restaurant with drive-thru at 2608 Ridge Rd (5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 418 Perch Rd (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of SUP for residential infill at 511 S. Clark St (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including final and preliminary plats (5-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board will consider two site plans: a warehouse/distribution center on a 71-acre tract and an amended plan for a drive-through restaurant. Public comments are limited to three minutes, and the board cannot respond during the meeting.

• Site plan for warehouse/distribution center on 71.022 acres at Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard (SP2021-002)
• Amended site plan for restaurant with drive-through at 2608 Ridge Road (FM-740) (SP2021-003)
• Both items are in the IH-30 Overlay and Scenic Overlay districts

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board approved a site plan for a warehouse/distribution center on a 71.022-acre tract at the southwest corner of Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard, with a 5-0 vote. The board also approved an amended site plan for a restaurant with drive-through at 2608 Ridge Road, conditioned on the roof being painted yellow, by a 6-0 vote. Both items were reviewed for building elevations.

• Approved site plan SP2021-002 for a warehouse/distribution center on a 71.022-acre tract (Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard) by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved amended site plan SP2021-003 for a restaurant with drive-through at 2608 Ridge Road, with the condition that the roof be painted yellow, by a 6-0 vote.

Airport Advisory Board

The Rockwall County Airport Advisory Board will hear comments from Clark Staggs about runway protection zones and communication among pilots, then consider approving prior minutes, elect a chair and vice-chair, and receive reports from the airport manager and staff on projects, including CARES Act funding and potential capital improvements.

• Appointment with Clark Staggs on north and south runway protection zones
• Approval of minutes from August 31, 2020 meeting
• Selection of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• 2020 Annual Report from FBO/Airport Manager Melissa Hardin
• Staff report on CARES Act/CRRSAA funding, Athey Property, land lease/hangar conversion, capital improvements

The Rockwall Airport Advisory Board voted 6-0 to support lowering or removing Oncor power lines on the north end of the runway, after hearing concerns from Clark Staggs. The board also approved the August 31, 2020 minutes (5-0-1, Potter abstaining), elected Mike Potter as Chairman and Tim Wolf as Vice-Chairman (both 6-0), and heard reports on CARES Act funding and airport projects. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to support lowering or removing power lines on north end of runway (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 31, 2020 meeting (5-0-1, Potter abstaining)
• Elected Mike Potter as Chairman (6-0)
• Elected Tim Wolf as Vice-Chairman (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Rockwall Parks & Recreation Board will consider approving a final plat for a 22.27-acre tract at 777 Cornelius Rd and a preliminary plat for an 11.368-acre parcel at 2380 FM549, both submitted by Henry Lee. The board will also make recommendations to the City Council on annual pro-rata equipment fees and cash-in-lieu of land fees under the Mandatory Neighborhood Park Land Dedication Ordinance. Additionally, the board will select a chairman and vice-chairman and approve minutes from the January 5, 2020 meeting.

• Final plat approval for Lots 1 & 2, Block A, DC Addition (22.27 acres) at 777 Cornelius Rd
• Preliminary plat approval for Lots 1 & 2, Block A (11.368 acres) at 2380 FM549
• Recommendation on annual pro-rata equipment fees for park land dedication
• Recommendation on annual cash-in-lieu of land fees for park land dedication
• Selection of Park Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board approved two final plats with park fees, recommended updated pro-rata equipment and cash-in-lieu fees to City Council, and re-elected its chairman and vice-chairman. All votes were unanimous, with one member absent.

• Approved final plat P2021-004 for 777 Cornelius Road with $1,186 in fees (6-0)
• Approved final plat P2021-005 for 2380 FM549 with $1,053 in fees (6-0)
• Recommended pro-rata equipment fees, including raising neighborhood park development cost to $1,285,000 (unanimous)
• Recommended cash-in-lieu of land fees based on $60,000/acre appraisal (unanimous)
• Re-elected Kevin Johnson as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Jason Alvarado as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved January 5, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

ART Commission

The Rockwall County ART Commission is meeting via Zoom to discuss and act on several items, including an updated mural proposal for Bonafide Betties Pie Co., changes to the Art in Public Places Master Plan, and the Butterfly Project progress. The meeting also includes an open forum and approval of previous minutes.

• Appointment with Brittany Hardin to present updated mural artwork for Bonafide Betties Pie Co. at 109 E. Washington Street
• Discussion and action on changes to the Art in Public Places Master Plan (second section)
• Discussion and action on Butterfly Project progress
• Review and approval of February 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public forum comments accepted via email before the meeting

The Art Commission voted 4-0 to accept and recommend a mural concept by Brittany Hardin for City Council approval, placing it on the March 15 agenda. The board also approved the February 8 minutes and discussed updates on the Art in Public Places Master Plan and various projects. Notably, it was determined that murals are disallowed by city ordinance, as they are considered signs.

• Recommended mural concept for City Council approval (4-0)
• Approved February 8, 2021 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a work session to hear Jim Rosenberg's concept plan for the Harbor Bay Marina redevelopment and expansion, with feedback to inform a future concession agreement. The council will also consider several action items, including awarding a grounds maintenance contract for $87,661 and renewing another for $569,110.23, as well as discussing the impact of the February winter weather event on utility customers.

• Work session on Harbor Bay Marina redevelopment with Jim Rosenberg
• Award contract to SRH Landscapes for $87,661 for grounds maintenance
• Renew contract with SLM Landscape for $569,110.23 for grounds maintenance
• Public hearings on Specific Use Permits for residential infill at 2825 Marcie Lane and car wash at 3611 N. Goliad St.
• Discussion of winter weather event impact and possible utility relief

The Rockwall City Council approved utility bill relief for residential customers affected by the February 2021 winter storm, adjusting sewer averages and water base rates. The council also approved a consent agenda including several plats, a driveway culvert ordinance, and contracts, and denied a special exception for on-site sewage facilities. A specific use permit for a car wash was remanded back to the Planning & Zoning Commission for further review.

• Approved utility relief: sewer averages exclude February 2021 usage, water base rate increased to 4,000 gallons for February (7-0).
• Approved consent agenda: minutes, replats, preliminary plat, culvert ordinance, interlocal agreement, election services contract, facility use agreement, racial profiling report, and grounds maintenance contracts (7-0).
• Denied special exception for on-site sewage facilities at 825 Zion Hill Circle (6-1).
• Remanded car wash specific use permit (Z2021-002) to Planning & Zoning Commission for review of sound, design, and code conformance (7-0).
• Approved specific use permit for residential infill at 2825 Marcie Lane (7-0).
• Approved waiving rental fees for Youth Fair of Rockwall portable restroom and fire hydrant meter (7-0).
• Authorized interim city manager to execute land lease and airport management agreement (7-0).

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider two site plan requests: a new warehouse/distribution center on a 71-acre tract and an amended site plan for a drive-through restaurant. Both are action items requiring board approval.

• Site plan for warehouse/distribution center on 71.022 acres at southwest corner of Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard
• Amended site plan for restaurant with drive-through at 2608 Ridge Road (FM-740)
• Warehouse request by Seefried Industrial Properties for Smartt Lofland & J Bond Partners
• Restaurant request by Good Cluck, LLC for CCP LJS Rockwall LP

The Architectural Review Board reviewed two site plan requests but made no final approvals. For the warehouse/distribution center (SP2021-002), the board recommended design changes, including a more pronounced entrance, metal accent, three-tiered landscaping instead of a masonry wall, and a berm with trees along Justin Road; the applicant agreed to provide updated plans. For the restaurant with drive-through (SP2021-003), the board requested a taller parapet wall to screen rooftop units and a raised stone tower element; the applicant submitted updated elevations. Both items will be reviewed again at the March 9, 2021 meeting.

• Reviewed SP2021-002 (warehouse/distribution center) and recommended design changes; no approval granted
• Reviewed SP2021-003 (restaurant with drive-through) and requested changes; no approval granted
• Deferred both items to the March 9, 2021 meeting for further review

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several development requests, including a zoning change for a 37.8-acre tract, a site plan for a warehouse/distribution center, and multiple plats. The commission will also discuss a special exception for a fence and a specific use permit for a new home.

• Zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for SF-16 on 37.844 acres at FM-1141 and Clem Road (Z2021-005)
• Site plan for a 71.022-acre warehouse/distribution center at Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard (SP2021-002)
• Replat for 8.6234 acres at 2424 Ridge Road to dedicate sewer and water easements (P2021-006)
• Special exception for a masonry screening wall at 54 Shadydale Lane (MIS2021-003)
• Specific use permit for a single-family home on 0.115 acres at 418 Perch Road (Z2021-004)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda containing two replats and approved a special exception allowing an 8-foot masonry screening wall at 54 Shadydale Lane, exceeding the previously approved 6-foot height. Several other items, including zoning changes and site plans, were discussed but deferred to the March 9, 2021 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda with replats P2021-006 and P2021-008 (5-0)
• Approved special exception MIS2021-003 for 8-foot fence at 54 Shadydale Lane (5-0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board will consider two action items: a site plan for a warehouse/distribution center on a 71.022-acre tract at Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard, and an amended site plan for a restaurant with drive-through at 2608 Ridge Road. The board may take action on both requests.

• Site plan for warehouse/distribution center (SP2021-002) on 71.022 acres, zoned Light Industrial, at southwest corner of Justin Road and Industrial Boulevard
• Amended site plan for restaurant with drive-through (SP2021-003) on 0.448 acres, zoned Commercial, at 2608 Ridge Road (FM-740)
• Both items are in the IH-30 Overlay and Scenic Overlay districts
• Public forum precedes action items
• Meeting at City Hall, 385 South Goliad, Rockwall, TX, at 5:00 PM

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board approved a $1,000 matching façade grant for Bonafide Betties Pie Co. to support exterior renovations at 109 E. Washington Street. The board also approved the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed next steps for the Historical Walking Tour, including potential properties and app development. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,000 façade reimbursement grant for Bonafide Betties Pie Co. (5-0)
• Approved January 19, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including landscape maintenance contracts, a preliminary plat for Sky Ridge Addition, and multiple public hearings regarding specific use permits and sewage facilities. The council will also enter executive sessions to discuss property leases on Ridge Road and airport management agreements.

• Award of $87,661 bid to SRH Landscapes for Grounds Maintenance Services II
• Renewal of contract with SLM Landscape and Maintenance for $569,110.23
• Preliminary Plat for 8.583-acre parcel in Sky Ridge Addition near Ridge Road
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 2825 Marcie Lane
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for a car wash and auto detail at 3611 N. Goliad Street

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will consider a façade grant request from Brittany Hardin, owner of Bonafide Betties Pie Co., for exterior improvements to 109 E. Washington Street. The board will also review the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes and discuss next steps for the Historical Walking Tour. The agenda includes routine updates from the Main Street manager.

• Façade grant request for 109 E. Washington Street (Bonafide Betties Pie Co.)
• Review and act on January 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Historical Walking Tour follow-up and next steps discussion

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a meeting with an open forum and one action item: a request to approve a site plan for an office building on a 1.707-acre parcel at 841 Justin Road, zoned Commercial. The board may also enter executive session to consult with the city attorney.

• Site plan approval request SP2021-001 for office building at 841 Justin Road
• Applicant: Jeff Carroll of Carroll Architects, Inc. on behalf of Kevin Passons of Rockwall Central Appraisal District
• Parcel: Lot 1A-R, Block A, Lofland Industrial Park Addition, zoned Commercial (C)

The Architectural Review Board recommended approval of a site plan for a new office building at 841 Justin Road, a 1.707-acre parcel in Lofland Industrial Park zoned Commercial. The motion passed 5-1, with Lindsay Mitchell dissenting and Quint Avenetti absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved site plan SP2021-001 for office building at 841 Justin Road (5-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three Specific Use Permit requests, including a self-service car wash and two residential infill projects, and consider a preliminary plat for a commercial subdivision. The agenda also includes a consent agenda item for a preliminary plat and a director's report on recent City Council decisions.

• SUP for Self Service Car Wash and Auto Detail at 3611 N. Goliad Street [SH-205]
• SUP for Residential Infill at 2825 Marcie Lane (Lago Vista Addition)
• SUP for Residential Infill at 511 S. Clark Street (Harris Addition) - request to postpone to March 9
• Preliminary Plat for Lots 1-7, Block A, Sky Ridge Addition (8.583 acres, Commercial, Scenic Overlay)
• Director's report on 8 City Council-approved development cases

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for a self-service car wash and auto detail at 3611 N. Goliad Street, subject to conditions including a six-foot masonry wall and three-tiered screening. The Commission also approved a Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 2825 Marcie Lane and the consent agenda. One case was postponed to March 9, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda including preliminary plat for Sky Ridge Addition (5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 2825 Marcie Lane (5-0)
• Approved SUP for self-service car wash at 3611 N. Goliad Street with screening conditions (5-0)
• Postponed SUP for residential infill at 511 S. Clark Street to March 9, 2021

ART Commission

The Rockwall ART Commission will meet via Zoom to consider a mural proposal from a local business owner, review and possibly amend the Art in Public Places Master Plan, and discuss ongoing projects including the Butterfly Project. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Mural proposal by Brittany Hardin, owner of Bonafide Betties Pie Co., at 109 E. Washington Street
• Review and action on January 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of changes to the first 5 pages of the Art in Public Places Master Plan
• Update on the Butterfly Project
• Discussion of existing and future projects

The Rockwall Art Commission met via Zoom and approved a motion to investigate fiberglass as an alternative material for the Discovery project, citing cost concerns for bronze. The board also reviewed a mural concept from Brittany Hardin but took no action, requesting revisions to comply with city ordinance. Minutes from January 11 were approved unanimously.

• Approved motion to investigate fiberglass for Discovery sculpture (4-0)
• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• No action on mural concept; requested amended design and lease details

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing multiple zoning changes, specific use permits, and plats, plus action items including a zoning change for a general retail use, a resolution supporting the 'David Magness Highway' designation, and appointments. The council will also consider calling a May 1, 2021 general election for mayor and several council places. Executive sessions are scheduled to discuss economic development, appointments, real property, and legal matters.

• Z2020-055: Specific Use Permit for General Retail Store at 505 N. Goliad St. (2nd reading)
• Z2020-056: Zoning change to PD for SF-10 on 121.16 acres at FM-1141 and FM-552 (2nd reading)
• Z2020-058: Specific Use Permit for accessory structure at 507 S. Clark St. (2nd reading)
• Z2020-060: Zoning change to SFE-1.5 on 8.17 acres near H. Wallace Lane (2nd reading)
• Resolution calling May 1, 2021 election for Mayor, Places 1, 3, 5, and 6

City Council approved several zoning ordinances, specific use permits, and replats. The council also called for a general election on May 1, 2021, and appointed members to city boards.

• Called General Election for May 1, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for retail store at 505 N. Goliad Street (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to PD-90 for 121.16-acre tract at FM-1141 and FM-552 (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for accessory building at 507 S. Clark Street (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to SFE-1.5 for 8.17-acre tract on H. Wallace Lane (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to PD-41 for 1.46-acre tract at 1940 N. Lakeshore Road (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting naming SH-66 as 'David Magness Highway' (7-0)
• Appointed Dan Simmons to Board of Adjustments and Guy White to Airport Advisory Board (7-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public meeting with an open forum and one action item: a request to approve a site plan for a new office building on a 1.707-acre parcel at 841 Justin Road, zoned Commercial. The board may also enter executive session to consult with the city attorney as permitted by state law.

• Site plan approval request SP2021-001 for office building at 841 Justin Road
• Applicant: Jeff Carroll of Carroll Architects, Inc., on behalf of Kevin Passons of Rockwall Central Appraisal District
• Property: Lot 1A-R, Block A, Lofland Industrial Park Addition, zoned Commercial (C)

The Architectural Review Board did not approve the site plan for a proposed office building at 841 Justin Road. Instead, it requested the applicant provide a material sample board, updated rendering, and updated elevations at the next meeting on February 9, 2021, due to concerns about architectural integration with the existing building. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Deferred site plan SP2021-001 for office building at 841 Justin Road
• Requested material sample board, updated rendering, and updated elevations for February 9, 2021 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several development requests, including Specific Use Permits for residential infill and a car wash, a variance to landscape buffer requirements, and preliminary plats. The agenda also includes consent items for replats and a final plat, plus a director's report on recent City Council outcomes.

• Public hearing for SUP for Residential Infill at 2825 Marcie Lane (Z2021-001)
• Public hearing for SUP for Full Service Car Wash and Auto Detail at 3611 N. Goliad Street (Z2021-002)
• Public hearing for SUP for Residential Infill at 511 S. Clark Street (Z2021-003)
• Variance to landscape buffer requirements for 8.583-acre parcel west of Ridge Road and W. Yellow Jacket Lane (MIS2021-001)
• Preliminary Plat for Lots 1-7, Sky Ridge Addition (P2021-001)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance to landscape buffer requirements for a commercial parcel in the Sky Ridge Addition, allowing driveways to be laid out with a buffer between 5 and 22 feet. The approval was conditioned on the applicant providing 58 four-inch canopy trees and 51 accent trees as a compensatory measure. The consent agenda, including three replats and a final plat, was also approved unanimously. Several public hearings were held but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved landscape buffer variance for Sky Ridge Addition (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including replats and final plat (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Approved replat for North Lake Shore Daycare Addition (consent agenda)
• Approved replat for Ellis Center Phase Two Addition (consent agenda)
• Approved final plat for R. S. Lofland Subdivision (consent agenda)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness request for an accessory structure at 205 N. Clark Street, a Medium-Contributing Property in the Old Town Rockwall Historic District. The board will also discuss development trends and preservation strategies, and receive an update from the Historic Preservation Officer. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing H2021-001: Certificate of Appropriateness for accessory structure at 205 N. Clark Street, requested by Rick Cawthon
• Discussion of development trends in and around Old Town Rockwall Historic District and preservation strategies
• Update from Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller on historic projects
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2020 HPAB meeting

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board tabled a Certificate of Appropriateness request for a new 240-square-foot accessory building at 205 N. Clark Street, pending the applicant's presence at the next meeting. The board also discussed development trends near Old Town Rockwall and considered strategies for expanding the historic district, but took no formal action on that item. The consent agenda, including approval of the November 19, 2020 minutes, was approved 7-0.

• Approved consent agenda including November 19, 2020 minutes (7-0)
• Tabled COA request H2021-001 for accessory structure at 205 N. Clark St. (7-0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold public hearings on five zoning requests, including a Specific Use Permit for a retail store at 505 N. Goliad Street and a zoning change for a 121-acre tract near FM-1141 and FM-552. The council will also consider consent agenda items such as approving $508,687 for new vehicles and equipment, a $51,445 police digital evidence system, and a street name change. In executive session, they will discuss the City Manager appointment process and other personnel and legal matters.

• Award bids for new vehicles and equipment totaling $508,687 (Caldwell Country Chevrolet $342,687, Pursuit Safety $166,000)
• Award contract to FileOnQ for Police Digital Evidence Management System ($51,445)
• Public hearing: Specific Use Permit for General Retail Store at 505 N. Goliad Street (Z2020-055)
• Public hearing: Zoning change for 121.16 acres at FM-1141 and FM-552 to Planned Development for SF-10 (Z2020-056)
• Consider resolution to nominate candidate for Rockwall Central Appraisal District Board vacancy

The Rockwall City Council approved several zoning changes and specific use permits, including a rezoning for a 260-lot residential subdivision, a SUP for a general retail store, and a zoning change for office buildings. The council also authorized the mayor to negotiate and execute a contract with Mary Smith as interim City Manager. All votes were 6-0 or 5-1 with one absence.

• Approved SUP for general retail store at 505 N. Goliad St. (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved rezoning of 121.16 acres for 260-lot residential subdivision (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved zoning change for office buildings at 1940 N. Lakeshore Rd. (5-1, 1 absent)
• Approved SUP for accessory building at 507 S. Clark St. (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved zoning change for three residential parcels on H. Wallace Lane (6-0, 1 absent)
• Authorized mayor to negotiate and execute interim City Manager contract with Mary Smith (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent agenda items including vehicle purchases and police evidence system (6-0, 1 absent)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board is meeting to review and act on the November 2020 meeting minutes, discuss the annual accreditation report, and receive updates on the Historical Walking Tour. The board will also hear the Main Street Manager's report on district activity, project status, and upcoming events. This is a routine business meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and act on November 17, 2020 meeting minutes
• Review and discuss annual accreditation report
• Update on Historical Walking Tour and next steps
• Main Street Manager's report on district activity and project status

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board approved the November 17, 2020 minutes (4-0) and discussed the annual accreditation report, agreeing to consider by-laws in the future. The board also planned next steps for the Historical Walking Tour, including adding QR codes and each member bringing 10 locations to the next meeting for Phase 1 development. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 17, 2020 minutes (4-0)
• Agreed to consider by-laws in the future
• Planned Phase 1 of Historical Walking Tour with QR codes and 10 locations per member

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public meeting with an open forum and one action item. The board will discuss and consider an amended site plan for a gymnasium and classrooms at Heritage Christian Academy, a private school on a 6.64-acre parcel at 1408 S. Goliad Street. The board may take action on the request.

• Amended Site Plan request SP2020-032 by David Gonzales for gymnasium and classrooms at Heritage Christian Academy
• Property is 6.64 acres, Lot 1, Block A, Heritage Christian Academy, zoned Multi-Family 14 (MF-14) and within SH-205 Overlay District
• Applicant: Phil Craddock, AIA of Craddock Architecture, on behalf of Brad Helmer

The Architectural Review Board reviewed and recommended approval of an amended site plan for a gymnasium and classrooms at Heritage Christian Academy. The project is located at 1408 S. Goliad Street.

• Recommended approval of amended site plan for gymnasium and classrooms at 1408 S. Goliad Street (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five items, including a specific use permit for a general retail store at 505 N. Goliad Street, a zoning change for a 121.16-acre tract near FM-1141 and FM-552, a zoning change for 1940 N. Lakeshore Road, a specific use permit for an accessory structure at 507 S. Clark Street, and a zoning change on H. Wallace Lane. The commission will also discuss two amended site plans, including one for a gymnasium at Heritage Christian Academy and one for a gas canopy at 2301 S. Goliad Street. The agenda includes a director's report on recent City Council approvals.

• SUP for General Retail Store at 505 N. Goliad Street (Z2020-055)
• Zoning change to PD for SF-10 on 121.16 acres near FM-1141 and FM-552 (Z2020-056)
• Zoning change to PD-41 for General Retail at 1940 N. Lakeshore Road (Z2020-057)
• SUP for accessory structure at 507 S. Clark Street (Z2020-058)
• Amended site plan for gymnasium/classrooms at Heritage Christian Academy, 1408 S. Goliad Street (SP2020-032)

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for a 121.16-acre tract at the southeast corner of FM-1141 and FM-552, allowing a 260-lot single-family subdivision. The commission also approved a specific use permit for a general retail store at 505 N. Goliad Street, a zoning change for a medical office building at 1940 N. Lakeshore Road, and an accessory structure permit at 507 S. Clark Street. All approved items will go before the City Council on January 19, 2021.

• Approved zoning change for 260-lot SF-10 subdivision at FM-1141/FM-552 (6-1)
• Approved SUP for general retail store at 505 N. Goliad Street (7-0)
• Approved PD-41 zoning change for medical office at 1940 N. Lakeshore Road (6-1)
• Approved SUP for 700 sq ft accessory structure at 507 S. Clark Street (5-2)
• Approved zoning change to SFE-1.5 for three homes on H. Wallace Lane (7-0)
• Approved amended site plan for Heritage Christian Academy gymnasium (7-0)
• Approved amended site plan for gas canopy at 2301 S. Goliad Street (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December 29, 2020 minutes (7-0)

ART Commission

The Rockwall County ART Commission will meet via Zoom to review minutes, hear an update on the Art in Public Places Master Plan, discuss possible locations for the Butterfly Project, and consider existing and future projects. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Review and act on November 9, 2020 meeting minutes
• Update on Art in Public Places Master Plan
• Discussion of Butterfly Project locations
• Discussion of existing and future projects

The commission approved the minutes from the November 9, 2020 meeting. Members discussed updates to the Art in Public Places Master Plan and potential locations for the Butterfly Project, but no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved November 9, 2020 minutes (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Rockwall Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to approve December minutes, elect a chairman and vice-chairman, and hold work sessions on possible pickleball court locations and amenities for Stone Creek and Breezy Hill Phase II. The agenda includes routine items and open discussion; no final decisions are listed for the work session topics.

• Approve minutes from December 1, 2020 Park Board meeting
• Select Park Board Chairman
• Select Park Board Vice-Chairman
• Work session: possible pickleball court locations
• Work session: possible amenities for Stone Creek and Breezy Hill Phase II

The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved the minutes from its December 1, 2020 meeting. The board moved the selection of chairman and vice-chairman to the next meeting. It held work sessions on possible pickleball locations and amenities for Stone Creek & Breezy Hill Phase II but took no action on either.

• Approved December 1, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved selection of Park Board Chairman to next meeting
• Moved selection of Park Board Vice-Chairman to next meeting
• Discussed pickleball locations (Squabble Pettinger, The Park at Hickory Ridge, Chandlers, The Park at Fox Chase) — no action
• Discussed amenities for Stone Creek & Breezy Hill Phase II (dog park, pavilion, disc golf, playground covers, water fountain, benches) — no action

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold a regular meeting with executive sessions on the city manager appointment and legal personnel matters. The consent agenda includes several specific use permits for single-family infill homes, two zoning changes, a final plat, a replat, and an extension of emergency paid sick leave. Action items include a text amendment to the Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay District and a specific use permit for a home on Shady Dale Lane, plus discussion of legislative topics for the Texas Legislature.

• SUP for single-family home at 701 T.L. Townsend Drive (0.34 acre)
• SUP for single-family home at 304 E. Bourn Street (0.2342 acre)
• SUP for single-family home at 501 S. Clark Street (0.9655 acre)
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Commercial at 5651 SH-276 (3.94 acres)
• Zoning change from Light Industrial to Planned Development at 1700 Justin Road (18.762 acres)

City Council approved several specific use permits for single-family home construction and two zoning changes. The council also amended development standards for the Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay District and extended emergency paid sick leave.

• Approved SUP for residential infill at 701 T. L. Townsend Drive (6-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 304 E. Bourn Street (6-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 501 S. Clark Street (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from Agricultural to Commercial at 5651 SH-276 (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from Light Industrial to PD-89 at 1700 Justin Road (6-0)
• Approved Lake Ray Hubbard Takeline Overlay text amendment and fee schedule (6-0, 5-0)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 38 Shady Dale Lane (5-1)
• Authorized extension of Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act to March 31, 2021 (6-0)