Rockwall County public meetings in 2025

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold an open forum for brief public comments, approve the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting, and conduct a public hearing on a request by Matthew Moses for a Certificate of Appropriateness to build a new fence on a 0.28‑acre property at 408 Munson Street in the Old Town Rockwall Historic District. The board will also hear an update from Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller on ongoing historic projects.

• Approve minutes for the October 20, 2025 HPAB meeting
• Public hearing H2025-022: request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a fence at 408 Munson Street
• Open forum allowing up to three‑minute public comments
• Discussion update from Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will discuss a possible land lease for a cellular tower and a potential sale or lease near Boydstun Avenue in executive session. It will also consider reappointments to city regulatory boards. In the public portion, the Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including engineering contracts, an ordinance amendment, a fee schedule update, and large concrete pavement repair contracts.

• Approve $104,830 contract with Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter L.L.P. for engineering services on the Springer Elevated Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation Project (Water Operating Budget)
• Approve $66,440 contract with Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter L.L.P. for engineering services on the Justin Road Lift Station Rehabilitation Project (Wastewater Operations Budget)
• Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 10 Buildings and Chapter 44 Utilities to update backflow assembly testing and fire hydrant/backflow procedures (first reading)
• Approve updated fee schedule for permits, health, and miscellaneous city fees
• Award concrete pavement repair contracts up to $1,754,000 to B&B Concrete & Sawing and EM Construction, funded by Streets & Parks Operating Budgets

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. The body will also discuss and potentially take action on a project pipeline involving murals and various art pieces.

• Mural updates
• Discussion of metal, wire, and mosaic pieces including a horse, train, boat, heron, fish, cotton plant, and train tracks
• Mosaic Tractor updates
• Discussion of art placement following I-30 construction

The commission voted to approve the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes as presented. The motion passed with a unanimous 4‑0 vote.

• Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Rockwall Parks & Recreation Board will convene to discuss and approve minutes from a previous meeting and review budget updates for various parks, including The Harbor docks and Klutts Farm Park.

• Review and approve September 8, 2025 Park Board minutes
• Discuss 2025-2026 budget for Kidzone Playground
• Discuss 2025-2026 budget for The Harbor docks
• Discuss 2025-2026 budget for Klutts Farm Park
• Discuss 2025-2026 budget for The Park at Stone Creek

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Michael McEwen, seconded by Jenny Krueger, and passed unanimously. No other actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:34 p.m.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold an executive session to discuss board reappointments and a boundary agreement near SH‑66. In the public session, the council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of meeting minutes, several zoning change ordinances and specific use permits, an interlocal jail services agreement, and resolutions on solid waste, garbage, and water rates. Additional action items include a sign plan for 401 W. Rusk and a discussion of solid‑waste collection changes effective Jan 1 2026.

• Z2025-066 – garage orientation amendment for Discovery Lakes (316.315‑acre tract at the NE corner of SH‑276 and Rochell Road)
• Z2025-067 – specific use permit for an oversized daycare at John King Blvd & Quail Run Rd
• Z2025-068 – specific use permit for a recording studio at 206 E. Washington St
• Interlocal agreement authorizing the City Manager to arrange jail services and inmate housing with Rockwall County
• Resolution to change solid‑waste collection services citywide effective Jan 1 2026

The council voted 7‑0 to reappoint John Hohenshelt and Kayne Pierce to the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation board and to appoint Jeff Thompson for a two‑year term. It also approved a boundary agreement for city land near SH‑66 with a 7‑0 vote. The consent agenda items—including a zoning change for Discovery Lakes and several specific‑use permits for a daycare, recording studio, and residential infill—were approved unanimously.

• Reappointed John Hohenshelt to REDC board (2‑year term) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Reappointed Kayne Pierce to REDC board (2‑year term) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Appointed Jeff Thompson to REDC board (2‑year term) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved boundary agreement on city land near SH‑66 – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑5 (zoning change and specific‑use permits) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑77 (garage orientation change) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑78 (daycare specific‑use permit) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑79 (recording studio specific‑use permit) – 7 ayes, 0 nays

General

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold public hearings on requests to demolish two structures and rezone a property for a new performance center at 609 E. Rusk Street. Three other items involving fences and brick painting have been withdrawn.

• Public hearing for demolition and zoning change at 609 E. Rusk Street
• Public hearing for fence approval at 502 Williams Street
• Public hearing for fence approval at 501 Munson Street
• Public hearing for brick painting approval at 501 E. Kaufman Street
• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved its consent agenda unanimously. It then approved item H2025‑019, granting a Certificate of Appropriateness for the demolition of two contributing structures, construction of a new performance center and practice hall, and a zoning change from Single‑Family 7 to Planned Development (vote 5‑0). The board also approved item H2025‑020, authorizing a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations to a medium‑contributing property, contingent on specific railing and window‑grille conditions (vote 5‑0).

• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Approved H2025‑019 Playhouse project, including demolition and zoning change (5‑0)
• Approved H2025‑020 renovation with conditions on railing and window gridding (5‑0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will reconvene after an executive session to discuss appointments, a city manager evaluation, and possible land lease agreements for parking in The Harbor District, a cellular tower in Northshore Park, and the lease with Shores Country Club. The council will then hold public hearings on multiple zoning changes and specific use permits, including a garage orientation amendment for Discovery Lakes and a daycare facility permit in the Neighborhood Services District. Routine consent agenda items such as approval of prior meeting minutes will also be considered.

• Executive session discussion of a possible land lease for parking on city property in The Harbor District
• Executive session discussion of a possible land lease for a cellular communication tower in Northshore Park
• Public hearing Z2025-066: zoning change amendment for garage orientation on a 316.315‑acre Discovery Lakes, Phase 1 tract
• Public hearing Z2025-067: specific use permit for a daycare facility exceeding maximum size on a 2.751‑acre lot at John King Blvd and Quail Run Rd
• Public hearing Z2025-072: zoning change from Agricultural and Commercial to Planned Development for a 15.601‑acre tract at S. Goliad St and Lofland Circle

The Rockwall City Council took several unanimous actions. It authorized the mayor to amend the city manager’s contract and to negotiate a land lease for a parking lot in the Harbor District. The council also approved the assignment of the Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club lease to Dunn Golf Group, adopted two ordinances on the consent agenda, and passed a zoning amendment (Z2025-066) permitting side‑entry and j‑swing garages on Type A lots in Planned Development District 78.

• Authorized mayor to amend City Manager contract (7‑0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate land lease for Harbor District parking lot (7‑0)
• Approved assignment of Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club lease to Dunn Golf Group and amendment to Section 13.1 (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including abandonment of alleyway and utility‑code penalty amendment (7‑0)
• Approved zoning change Z2025-066 to permit side‑entry and j‑swing garages, removing front entry garages on Type A lots in PD‑78

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning change that amends garage orientation requirements for a 316.315‑acre Discovery Lakes Phase 1 parcel. The meeting also includes public hearings on several specific‑use permits and zoning changes, such as a daycare facility, a recording studio, an accessory structure, and a retail‑focused planned development. Consent agenda items will address two preliminary plats for new subdivisions. All items are scheduled for the November 11, 2025 meeting at City Hall.

• Z2025-066 – Garage orientation zoning change for 316.315‑acre Discovery Lakes Phase 1 (PD‑78) near SH‑276 & Rochell Rd.
• Z2025-067 – Specific Use Permit for a daycare facility exceeding maximum building size on 2.751‑acre site at John King Blvd & Quail Run Rd.
• Z2025-068 – Specific Use Permit for a recording studio on 0.92‑acre parcel at 206 E. Washington St (Downtown District).
• Z2025-072 – Zoning change to Planned Development District for general retail on 15.601‑acre parcel at S. Goliad St & Lofland Circle.
• SP2025-041 – Site plan for a medical office building on 1.4384‑acre lot at 1301 S. Goliad St (requested to be tabled to Jan 13, 2026).

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the October 28 minutes and two preliminary plat requests, by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a zoning change to allow side‑entry garages on Type A lots in the Discovery Lakes Phase 1 subdivision, voting 6‑0. Finally, the commission approved a specific use permit for an 11,114‑sq‑ft daycare facility in the Neighborhood Services district, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes for the Oct 28, 2025 meeting (consent agenda) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Lots 1 & 2, Block A, Rubio Addition (P2025‑038) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Preliminary Plat for The Landon Phase 2 Subdivision (P2025‑039) – vote 6‑0
• Approved zoning change to permit side‑entry garages on Type A lots in Discovery Lakes Phase 1 (Z2025‑066) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Specific Use Permit for 11,114‑sq‑ft daycare facility in Neighborhood Services district (Z2025‑067) – vote 6‑0

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review meeting minutes and discuss potential public art projects, including a mosaic tractor and train proposals. The group will also research locations for future murals.

• Review October 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss mural ideas for walls and sidewalks
• Review metal, wire, and mosaic art pieces
• Plan to present mosaic tractor to City Council
• Review train proposal from Parks and Rec Department

The commission approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. It also voted 4‑0 to deny the Parks and Recreation Department’s train art proposal, citing City Ordinance Sec. 36‑58(b)(2). No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Denied Train art proposal (4-0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will consider approving specific use permits for residential and commercial projects, a contract for police drones, and a temporary speed limit reduction on FM 549. The Council will also hold a public hearing on a right-of-way abandonment.

• Approval of Specific Use Permits for residential infill and commercial projects (Z2025-063, Z2025-064, Z2025-065, Z2025-057, Z2025-062)
• Contract renewal for pavement repairs and maintenance ($1,588,000)
• Purchase of drones for law enforcement ($79,022)
• Temporary speed limit reduction on FM 549 from 55 to 45 mph
• Public hearing on abandonment of public right-of-way at 301 & 303 Denison Street

The council split its allocated votes for the Rockwall Central Appraisal District board election (6‑aye, 1 abstention). It then approved the entire consent agenda, covering ordinance amendments, speed‑limit changes, specific‑use permits, a $1.588 M pavement contract, a $79,022 drone purchase, and interlocal agreements. All consent‑agenda items passed by a vote of 7‑0.

• Split RCAD board election votes equally between Sedric Thomas (73 votes) and Richard Koepke (73 votes) – passed 6 ayes, 1 abstention
• Approve consent agenda items 1‑10 – passed 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Authorize $1,588,000 contract renewals for concrete and asphalt pavement repairs
• Approve purchase of drones for law‑enforcement – $79,022 from Police Department seized funds
• Approve specific‑use permit for residential infill at 902 Aluminum Plant Road (0.16‑acre)
• Approve specific‑use permit to exceed height limit on 1020 La Jolla Pointe Drive (5.104‑acre)
• Approve specific‑use permit for retail store with gasoline sales at Lot 2, Block A, JBR2 Addition (2.59‑acre)
• Amend alcohol beverage code to remove required biennial fee

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider a request from Palm Development Partners, on behalf of Donna Perry of East Shore J/V, to approve a site plan for a medical office building on a 1.4384‑acre parcel at 1301 S. Goliad Street. The parcel is zoned Planned Development District 68 within the SH‑205 Overlay. The board will review staff comments and required revisions before any approval. No other agenda items are listed.

• SP2025‑041: Review and consider site plan for a medical office building at 1301 S. Goliad Street (1.4384 acre, PD‑68, SH‑205 Overlay)
• Open forum allowing public comments up to three minutes per speaker
• Staff comments require a subdivision plat before a building permit can be issued
• All overhead utilities must be underground per the Unified Development Code
• Required public hearing for this case scheduled for November 11, 2025

The Architectural Review Board reviewed a site plan for a medical office building on a 1.4384‑acre parcel at 1301 S. Goliad Street, zoned Planned Development District 68 within the SH‑205 Overlay. The Board asked the applicant to better meet the overlay’s material standards, increase articulation on each side of the building, and provide four‑sided architecture. No approval was granted.

• Requested revisions to site plan (no approval granted)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning changes, specific‑use permits, and preliminary plats. Items include a 32.79‑acre zoning change from Light Industrial and Commercial to Planned Development, a garage‑orientation amendment for Discovery Lakes, a daycare permit in a Neighborhood Services district, and other development requests. The meeting also contains a consent agenda and a director’s report on previously approved cases.

• Z2025-070: Zoning change for a 32.79‑acre tract from Light Industrial/Commercial to Planned Development (C) district.
• Z2025-066: Zoning amendment to change garage orientation requirements for a 316.315‑acre Discovery Lakes tract.
• Z2025-067: Specific Use Permit for a daycare facility exceeding maximum building size in a Neighborhood Services district (2.751 acres).
• Z2025-068: Specific Use Permit for a recording studio on a 0.92‑acre parcel in the Downtown district (206 E. Washington St).
• P2025-039: Preliminary plat for The Landon Phase 2 Subdivision, a 93.357‑acre parcel near S. Munson Road and Laci Lane.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It denied the special request for an exterior‑material exception for the Lake Rockwall Estates #2 property by a 4‑3 vote. The commission scheduled public hearings for several zoning and specific‑use permit applications on November 11 2025.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Denied MIS2025-018 special material exception (4‑3)
• Scheduled public hearing for PD‑78 garage orientation change (Nov 11, 2025)
• Scheduled public hearing for daycare specific‑use permit exceeding size (Nov 11, 2025)
• Scheduled public hearing for recording studio specific‑use permit (Nov 11, 2025)
• Scheduled public hearing for accessory structure specific‑use permit (Nov 11, 2025)

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will review and act on the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive updates on events, maintenance, social media, and the work plan. The board will also discuss its responsibilities and contract requirements.

• Review and act on September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Event, maintenance, and social media updates
• Work plan updates and discussion
• Discussion of board responsibilities and contract requirements

The Main Street Advisory Board approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes with no changes, voting 5‑0. The board then adjourned the October 21, 2025 meeting, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several specific use permits and a zoning change for a 105-acre tract. The body is also considering multiple contracts for park master plans and playground upgrades, as well as police vehicle purchases.

• Zoning change for a 105.1004-acre tract on the south side of SH-276 to Single-Family 1 (SF-1)
• Bid of $125,000 to Child's Play, Inc. for playground replacement at The Park at Fox Chase
• Bid of $64,227.50 to Child's Play, Inc. for KidZone playground upgrades at Harry Myers Park
• Police vehicle purchases from Sames Laredo Chevrolet ($333,000) and Sames Bastrop Ford ($148,350)
• Public hearings for specific use permits at 2071 Summer Lee Drive, 902 Aluminum Plant Road, 1020 La Jolla Pointe Drive, and S. Goliad Street/FM-549

Mayor Pro Tem Moeller moved, and Councilmember Lewis seconded, a motion to authorize city managers to finalize the acquisition of the community building and park in Lake Rockwall Estates donated by Lake Point Church. The motion passed unanimously, 7 ayes to 0 nays. The council also approved the entire Consent Agenda, which included multiple zoning, park, and public‑safety contracts and ordinances, also by a 7‑0 vote.

• Authorized city managers to finalize acquisition of donated community building and park (7‑0)
• Approved Oct. 6, 2025 council minutes (7‑0)
• Approved zoning change ordinance for 105.285‑acre tract (7‑0)
• Approved amendment to remove alcoholic beverage biennial fee (7‑0)
• Approved temporary speed‑limit reduction on FM 549 during reconstruction (7‑0)
• Awarded $125,000 to Child's Play, Inc. for Fox Chase playground upgrades (7‑0)
• Authorized $144,321 master plan for Alma Williams Park (7‑0)
• Approved vehicle purchases $333,000 (Chevrolet) and $148,350 (Ford) for Police Dept (7‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several specific use permit requests, including an indoor commercial amusement facility at 2071 Summer Lee Drive. It will also review a residential infill permit, a height‑exceedance request in a commercial district, and a retail store with gasoline dispensers. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve minutes and a final plat for the Sweat Addition, as well as miscellaneous cases such as a front‑yard fence exception.

• Z2025-062 – Specific Use Permit for indoor commercial amusement/recreation at 2071 Summer Lee Drive, Suite R103.
• Z2025-063 – Specific Use Permit for residential infill (single‑family home) on 0.16‑acre tract at 902 Aluminum Plant Road.
• Z2025-064 – Specific Use Permit to exceed maximum height in a Commercial district on 5.104‑acre tract at 1020 La Jolla Pointe Drive.
• Z2025-065 – Specific Use Permit for a retail store with gasoline sales (more than two dispensers) on 2.59‑acre parcel at Lot 2, Block A, JBR2 Addition.
• MIS2025-016 – Miscellaneous case for a front‑yard fence exception on 0.2850‑acre parcel at 403 E. Kaufman Street.

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a final plat for the Sweat Addition. It then approved three specific‑use permits: an indoor arcade (6‑1 vote), a residential infill home (7‑0 vote), and a height‑increase request for a commercial building (7‑0 vote). No decision was recorded for the retail‑with‑gasoline permit.

• Consent agenda approved (7-0)
• Approved SUP for indoor arcade at 2071 Summer Lee Drive (6-1)
• Approved SUP for residential infill at 902 Aluminum Plant Road (7-0)
• Approved SUP to exceed height to 91 ft at 1020 La Jolla Pointe Drive (7-0)

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes and hold a discussion on the project pipeline, including a Mosaic Tractor update and ideas for Lofland Park. No formal actions are listed; the items are for discussion only.

• Review September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Mosaic Tractor update
• Ideas for Lofland Park
• Other project pipeline items

The Rockwall Art Commission approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Ashlei, seconded by Andrew, and passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote. Other agenda items, including a mosaic tractor location and a Lofland Park play structure proposal, were discussed but no actions were taken.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss multiple zoning amendments, specific use permits for residential and commercial projects, and city service contracts. The meeting includes public hearings for a new carwash, a residence hotel, and a 105-acre zoning change from agricultural to single-family residential.

• Zoning change for 105.1004 acres from Agricultural to Single-Family 1 (Z2025-059)
• Contract with STAR Transit for FY 2026 transportation services for $131,625
• Agreement with Meals on Wheels Senior Services for FY 2026 for $60,000
• Resolution denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC’s application to change rates
• Public hearing for a carwash permit at 2215 Ridge Road (Z2025-053)

The council approved a resolution denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC’s rate‑change application and authorized a steering committee to negotiate with Oncor. It also approved interlocal agreements for STAR Transit ($131,625), Meals on Wheels ($60,000), and fire protection services for FY 2026. Several ordinances amending the Unified Development Code and specific‑use permits for new structures were adopted.

• Denied Oncor rate‑change request and approved city negotiation committee
• Approved interlocal agreement with STAR Transit for $131,625 FY 2026
• Approved interlocal agreement with Meals on Wheels for $60,000 FY 2026
• Approved interlocal agreement with Rockwall County for fire protection services FY 2026
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-59 amending UDC Article 11 with $2,000 penalty
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-60 amending UDC Article 12 with $2,000 penalty
• Approved Specific Use Permit for a carport and accessory building at 2389 Saddlebrook Lane
• Approved Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 308 Harborview Drive

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall County Architectural Review Board will discuss three site‑plan requests: an Office/Warehouse building on a 0.45‑acre parcel at 855 Whitmore Drive (Light Industrial zone), an Office building on a 1.1308‑acre parcel at 906 S. Goliad Street (Planned Development‑62 zone for General Retail), and a Restaurant with drive‑through on a 0.936‑acre parcel east of S. Goliad Street and FM‑549 (Commercial zone). The board will decide whether to approve each plan and any required variances.

• SP2025-032: Office/Warehouse site plan for 855 Whitmore Drive, 0.45 acre, Light Industrial (LI) district
• SP2025-033: Office building site plan for 906 S. Goliad Street, 1.1308 acre, Planned Development‑62 (PD‑62) for General Retail
• SP2025-039: Restaurant with drive‑through site plan for portion of Lot 18, Block A, Creekside Commons Addition, 0.936 acre, Commercial (C) district

The Architectural Review Board reviewed three site‑plan applications and voted to recommend their approval. The projects are an office/warehouse at 855 Whitmore Drive, an office building at 906 S. Goliad Street, and a restaurant with a drive‑through in the Creekside Commons area. Each motion passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. No other business was taken.

• Recommended approval of 855 Whitmore Drive office/warehouse site plan (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 906 S. Goliad Street office building site plan (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Creekside Commons restaurant with drive‑through site plan (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several specific use permits and a large-scale zoning change. The body will also review site plans for office and warehouse buildings and various final plats.

• Zoning change request for 105.1004 acres from Agricultural to Single-Family 1 (SF-1) on south side of SH-276
• Specific Use Permit for a carwash at 2215 Ridge Road [FM-740]
• Specific Use Permit for a residence hotel east of FM-549 and Fit Sport Life Boulevard
• Site plan for office building at 906 S. Goliad Street [SH-205]
• Site plan for office/warehouse building at 855 Whitmore Drive

The commission approved the consent agenda unanimously (7‑0). A motion to approve a carwash specific use permit failed, and a denial motion was introduced. The commission approved a residence‑hotel specific use permit by a 4‑3 vote. A motion to approve case Z2025‑056 also passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Motion to approve carwash specific use permit failed
• Introduced motion to deny carwash permit with prejudice (outcome not recorded)
• Approved residence‑hotel specific use permit (4‑3)
• Approved case Z2025‑056 (7‑0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet to discuss work plan updates and receive reports on events, maintenance, and social media. The board will also act on the meeting minutes from August 12, 2025.

• Review and action on August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Event, maintenance, and social media updates
• Work plan updates and discussion

The board unanimously approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0). The city decided to begin repairs on the east‑side Plaza light poles on October 28 to avoid disrupting upcoming events. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 7‑0 vote.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Decided to start Plaza light‑pole repairs on 10/28 (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold a public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a fence. The board will also receive an update on historic projects from the Historic Preservation Officer.

• Public hearing for H2025-016: request by Gary and Carol Byrd for an 8-foot cedar fence and 42-inch vinyl picket fence at 403 E. Kaufman Street
• Approval of August 21, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the consent agenda, adopting the August 21, 2025 minutes by a 5‑0 vote. In the public hearing, the board approved the Byrds' request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a wood picket fence and the back fence as presented, with a 4‑1 vote and Chairman Tiffany Miller dissenting. No members of the public spoke during the hearing.

• Approved August 21, 2025 HPAB minutes (5-0)
• Approved fence COA request with wood picket fence and back fence as presented (4-1)

City Council

The City Council will consider the proposed fiscal year 2026 city budget and the ad valorem tax levy for 2025. The meeting includes multiple public hearings for zoning amendments and specific use permits. Council will also review budgets for the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation and the Rockwall Technology Park Association.

• Proposed FY2026 tax rate of .257500, estimated at $1,217 for a median homestead
• Final Plat for Phase 1 of Southside Hills Subdivision (284 single-family lots)
• Specific Use Permit for a carwash at 2215 Ridge Road
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for 105.1004 acres on SH-276
• Interlocal Agreement with Rockwall ISD for School Resource Officer services 2025-2026

The September 15 Rockwall City Council meeting was opened by Mayor Tim McCallum and included a proclamation ceremony and an appointment briefing. Council members heard public comments on parking near Airport Road, the SH‑66 boat ramp parking lot, and police staffing and pay issues, but no motions were voted on. The council took no action on the Planning & Zoning Commission briefing. No decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded in the minutes.

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review meeting minutes and discuss potential public art installations in Downtown Rockwall, including murals and metal sculptures.

• Review and act on August 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss art installation ideas for Downtown
• Review mural ideas for walls, sidewalks, and Ted Cains Corner Park
• Discuss metal/wire/mosaic art pieces for various locations
• Hold off on finalizing locations until after I-30 construction

The commission approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. The group discussed several art ideas and decided to move forward with a Mosaic Tractor installation, with the location to be finalized after the I‑30 road construction.

• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Mosaic Tractor project to proceed, location to be finalized after road construction

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple specific use permits and three text amendments to the Unified Development Code. The body will also consider a zoning change for a 105-acre tract and a request to change 2.56 acres from multi-family to single-family zoning.

• Zoning change request for 105.1004 acres from Agricultural to Planned Development for single-family use
• Specific Use Permit for a carwash at 2215 Ridge Road [FM-740]
• Specific Use Permit for a residence hotel on 2.819 acres east of FM-549 and Fit Sport Life Boulevard
• Final Plat and Site Plan for Phase 1 of Southside Hills Subdivision (284 single-family lots)
• Text amendments regarding public hearing attendance and dormant building permit expiration dates

The Planning & Zoning Commission adopted the consent agenda unanimously, which included the minutes and several technical plat and replat requests. Commissioners approved a text amendment to Article 11 of the Unified Development Code, adding penalties for applicants who miss hearings, by a 7‑0 vote. They also approved a text amendment to Article 12 establishing expiration dates for dormant building permits, passing 5‑2.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Article 11 amendment on applicant no‑show penalties (7-0)
• Approved Article 12 amendment setting building permit expirations (5-2)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will review and act on the minutes from the August 5 meeting. It will consider a final plat and site plan for the Southside Hills Phase 1 subdivision (284 lots, $524,641.72 in fees and an 11.60‑acre park donation). Additional items include a replat for Lots 7 & 8 on Sam Houston Street, a 90‑day follow‑up on a concession at The Harbor, and the selection of a chairman and vice‑chairman.

• Approve Final Plat (P2025-028) for Southside Hills Phase 1 – 284 lots, $524,641.72 fees, 11.60‑acre park donation
• Approve Site Plan (SP2025-036) for Southside Hills Phase 1 subdivision
• Approve Replat (P2025-029) for Lots 7 & 8, Block J, Sanger Addition at 803 & 805 Sam Houston Street
• Discuss 90‑day follow‑up on concession agreement at The Harbor
• Select Park Board Chairman and Vice‑Chairman

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the final plat for Phase 1 of the Southside Hills Subdivision, authorizing fees of $524,641.72. It also approved the related site plan and a replat for two lots in the Sanger Addition. The board denied a concession agreement for Prestige Water Sports at The Harbor. New board officers were appointed.

• Approved final plat for Southside Hills Phase 1 with fees $524,641.72 (7-0)
• Approved site plan for Southside Hills Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved replat for Lots 7 & 8, Block J, Sanger Addition with fees $1,315.56 (unanimous)
• Denied concession agreement for Prestige Water Sports at The Harbor (4-2, 1 abstain)
• Approved minutes from August 5, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Nominated Amanda Fowler as Board Chairman (unanimous)
• Nominated Jake Wimpee as Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will discuss reappointments to city boards in executive session, approve routine consent agenda items, and hold public hearings on a text amendment to the Unified Development Code and the FY2026 budget and tax rate. Council members will also consider specific use permit ordinances for residential infill at 5405 Ranger Drive and 606 Ross Street, and an adoption of the TXDOT Aviation program for Ralph M. Hall Municipal Airport.

• Public hearing to receive comments on the proposed FY2026 City of Rockwall budget and tax rate (proposed rate .257500)
• Public hearing on a text amendment to Article 06 and Article 13 of the Unified Development Code to define residential garage orientations
• Ordinance (Z2025-044) for a Specific Use Permit to build a single‑family home on 0.1214‑acre Lot 22, Block B, Chandler’s Landing #4 Addition at 5405 Ranger Drive
• Ordinance (Z2025-045) for a Specific Use Permit to build a single‑family home on 0.1150‑acre portion of Lot 1, Block G, Sanger Addition at 606 Ross Street
• Approval of the "Adopt an Airport" TXDOT Aviation program for Ralph M. Hall Municipal Airport

The council unanimously approved an amendment to the Unified Development Code defining residential garage orientations. It also approved the consent agenda, which included two specific‑use permits for residential infill and the abandonment of a public alleyway. Additionally, the council appointed and reappointed members to the Board of Adjustments and the Architectural Review Board.

• Approved garage‑orientation ordinance (22025-049) – vote 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑5 (including two Specific Use Permits and alleyway abandonment) – motion passed
• Appointed Galen Hilliard to Board of Adjustments (Aug 2025‑Aug 2027) – unanimous
• Reappointed James Smith to Board of Adjustments (term through Aug 2027) – unanimous
• Reappointed Glenn Carr to Board of Adjustments (term through Aug 2027) – unanimous
• Appointed Julien Meyrat to Architectural Review Board (Aug 2025‑Aug 2027) – vote 7‑0
• Reappointed Patra Philips to Architectural Review Board (term through Aug 2027) – vote 7‑0
• Reappointed Kristi Mase to Architectural Review Board (term through Aug 2027) – vote 7‑0

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to define permitted residential garage orientations. The body will also consider site plans, parking exceptions, and a manufactured home replacement request.

• Public hearing for text amendments to UDC Articles 06 and 13 regarding residential garage orientations
• Site plan for manufacturing building at 626 National Drive
• Parking requirement exception for office building at 1203 N. Goliad Street
• Manufactured home replacement request at 203 Lynn Drive
• Minor waiver for color requirements at 218 E. Rusk Street

The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda. It adopted a text amendment to the Unified Development Code that defines residential garage orientations, also by a 7‑0 vote. The commission approved a minor waiver to downtown color requirements for 218 E. Rusk Street (7‑0). It granted a parking‑space variance for a medical office at 1203 N. Goliad Street by a 4‑3 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved text amendment Z2025-049 defining garage orientations (7-0)
• Approved minor waiver SP2025-036 for color requirements at 218 E. Rusk St (7-0)
• Approved parking variance MIS2025-011 for medical office at 1203 N. Goliad St (4-3)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider a site plan request for an office building on a 1.1308-acre parcel. The project is located at 906 S. Goliad Street in the Jack Canup Addition.

• Site plan approval for an office building at 906 S. Goliad Street (SP2025-033)
• Review of building elevations for a 1.1308-acre parcel zoned PD-62
• Proposed $2.50 per square foot pro-rata sidewalk payment along SH 205

The Architectural Review Board reviewed a site plan request for an office building at 906 S. Goliad Street. The board did not approve the plan but recommended that the applicant modify the east facade to match the front facade on Bourn Street. No vote tally was recorded.

• Recommended east facade be changed to match front facade (no vote recorded)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to consider the proposed budget for the 2026 fiscal year. The council will also discuss setting the proposed 2025 tax rate and scheduling a public hearing for that rate.

• Proposed tax rate of 25.75 cents per hundred dollars of assessed value
• Proposed budget increase of $1,754,350 in property tax revenue (7.12% increase)
• Projected General Fund revenues of $58,587,000
• Proposed market pay adjustments for police (2.0% to 5.0%) and fire personnel (5.0%)
• Total city debt obligations secured by a tax rate of $79,695,000

The council held a work session to review the City of Rockwall's proposed 2026 budget, including a suggested property tax rate of 0.2575 cents and projected revenue increases. No votes or formal actions were taken; the council was instructed to later set a maximum proposed tax rate for public notice and a future public hearing. The meeting was purely informational and deliberative.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold a public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for an accessory building at 710 Hartman Street in the Old Town Rockwall Historic District. The board will also approve the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting and discuss historic projects with staff.

• Public hearing for H2025-014: COA for accessory building at 710 Hartman Street
• Approval of July 17, 2025 HPAB meeting minutes
• Discussion of historic projects with Historic Preservation Officer
• Open forum for public comments
• Adjournment into executive session authorized by Texas Local Government Code

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board adopted the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 30‑by‑30‑foot detached garage at 710 Hartman Street, requiring the garage to match the existing home’s color, again by a 4‑0 vote. No public comments were received during the open forum.

• Approved July 17, 2025 HPAB meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 710 Hartman St accessory garage, with color‑match condition (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:19 PM

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will reconvene after an executive session to consider routine consent‑agenda items. Among those is authorizing the City Manager to sign a contract with Cummings Electrical, LP for lift‑station electrical panel repairs not to exceed $153,973.95, funded from the Water and Sewer Fund. The council will also hold public hearings on several specific‑use permit requests, including residential infill projects at 5405 Ranger Drive and 606 Ross Street, an indoor commercial amusement facility at 207 1 Summer Lee Drive, and a right‑of‑way abandonment and final plat at 302 Highland Drive and 202 Interurban Street. Additionally, staff will be directed to amend the Southside Residential Neighborhood Overlay (SRO) district development standards.

• Approve contract with Cummings Electrical, LP for lift‑station electrical panel repairs, max $153,973.95 (Water & Sewer Fund)
• Public hearing Z2025-044 – Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 5405 Ranger Drive (0.1214‑acre, PD‑8)
• Public hearing Z2025-045 – Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 606 Ross Street (0.1150‑acre, SF‑7 within SRO)
• Public hearing Z2025-047 – Specific Use Permit for indoor commercial amusement at 207 1 Summer Lee Drive, Suite R103 (12.89‑acre, PD‑7)
• Public hearing P2025-025 – Ordinance to abandon right‑of‑way and final plat for lots at 302 Highland Drive and 202 Interurban Street (SF‑10 & Downtown districts)

The council approved the full consent agenda, which included a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy, a lift‑station electrical contract up to $153,973.95, and a final plat for Gentry Addition. Council members also reappointed two Park Board members and authorized an extension of the cellular tower lease at 305 E. Boydstun Ave. Two specific‑use permits for residential infill were approved.

• Reappointed Vincent Harris and Jenny Krueger to the Park Board (6 ayes, 1 absent – Lewis)
• Authorized extension of the land lease for the cellular tower at 305 E. Boydstun Ave (6 ayes, 1 absent – Lewis)
• Approved lift‑station electrical panel contract up to $153,973.95 (6 ayes, 1 absent – Lewis)
• Approved final plat for Lots 1 & 2, Block A, Gentry Addition (6 ayes, 1 absent – Lewis)
• Approved Atmos Energy settlement ordinance (6 ayes, 1 absent – Lewis)
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2025-044 for residential infill at 5405 Ranger Drive (6 ayes, 1 absent – Lewis)
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2025-045 for residential infill at 606 Ross Street (6 ayes, 1 absent – Lewis)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will meet on August 12, 2025 at the Book Club Café. The board will review the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes and hear updates on Q3 events. It will consider a $1,000 façade reimbursement application from Divine Peace Church. The board will also discuss Downtown District goals with the Downtown Rockwall Association.

• Review and act on July 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Hear updates on Q3 events
• Consider and act on a $1,000 façade reimbursement application from Divine Peace Church (305 S. Fannin Street)
• Discuss Downtown District goals and objectives with the Downtown Rockwall Association

The Main Street Advisory Board unanimously approved the July 22 meeting minutes. It also approved a $1,000 façade repaint reimbursement request from Divine Peace Church. Both motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved $1,000 façade reimbursement for Divine Peace Church (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 P.M. (6‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several specific use permits, including a request for indoor commercial amusement/recreation at 2071 Summer Lee Drive. Additional hearings will consider residential infill permits on Ranger Drive and Ross Street, a carwash permit withdrawal, and a zoning change request for a large agricultural tract. The commission will also discuss a text amendment to the Unified Development Code regarding residential garage orientations.

• Z2025-047: Specific Use Permit for indoor commercial amusement at 2071 Summer Lee Drive, Suite R103
• Z2025-044: Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 5405 Ranger Drive
• Z2025-045: Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 606 Ross Street
• Z2025-046: Withdrawal request for carwash permit at 2215 Ridge Road (FM-740)
• Z2025-048: Withdrawal request for zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development on 105.1004‑acre tract near SH‑276

The Consent Agenda was approved unanimously (6-0). The commission approved Specific Use Permits Z2025-044 and Z2025-045 for residential infill projects, each by a 6-0 vote. It denied Specific Use Permit Z2025-047 for an indoor arcade by a 4-2 vote. Withdrawals were approved for cases 22025-046 and 2025-048, both by 6-0 votes, and the replat P2205-023 was approved by 6-0.

• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Approved Z2025-044 residential infill permit (6-0)
• Approved Z2025-045 residential infill permit (6-0)
• Denied Z2025-047 indoor arcade permit (4-2)
• Approved withdrawal of 22025-046 carwash permit (6-0)
• Approved withdrawal of 2025-048 zoning change (6-0)
• Approved P2205-023 replat for Webb Addition (6-0)

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes, nominate and vote for board officers, receive marketing updates, and discuss potential downtown art projects. A tour of Hidden Mosaic Studio is also scheduled before adjournment.

• Review and act on the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Nominate and vote board officers
• Marketing and communications updates (Facebook page link provided)
• Project pipeline discussion: sidewalk art, mural ideas, metal/wire art pieces
• Tour of Hidden Mosaic Studio

The Rockwall Art Commission approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (5‑0). The commission elected Mike Rohlf as chair, also unanimously (5‑0). The board decided to remove the proposed sidewalk art project for downtown, stating it is not of interest at this time. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Elected Mike Rohlf as chair (5-0)
• Removed sidewalk art project idea (no vote)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and consider two plat requests for residential parcels. The board will also review monthly reports from May and June 2025.

• Final Plat for Gentry Estates (605 Bost Street) with proposed fees of $1,315.56
• Replat for Webb Addition (507 E. Rusk Street) in the Old Town Rockwall Historic District
• Review of May 2025 Monthly Report
• Review of June 2025 Monthly Report
• Approval of minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting

The board unanimously approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously recommended that the City Council accept cash‑in‑lieu and pro‑rata equipment fees totaling $1,315.56 for the final plat at 605 Bost Street. A second unanimous recommendation was made to accept the same fee amount for the replat at 507 E Rusk Street.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of $1,315.56 fees for final plat at 605 Bost Street (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of $1,315.56 fees for replat at 507 E Rusk Street (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will meet on August 4, 2025 to discuss several agenda items, including an executive‑session review of the City Manager agreement, board appointments, and a possible real‑property transaction near Harry Myers Park. In the public session, the council will act on a consent agenda that includes minutes, an amendment to reduce the art review team from seven to five members, and multiple specific‑use permit and zoning change proposals. Notable public‑session actions include a large zoning change consolidating ordinances for a 118.53‑acre tract west of N. Lakeshore Drive and an interlocal agreement for telecommunications equipment. The meeting will also feature reports from city departments and a discussion of hotel occupancy tax funding.

• Z2025-032 – Zoning change consolidating ordinances for a 118.53‑acre tract west of N. Lakeshore Drive
• Z2025-034 – Specific Use Permit for a non‑owner occupied short‑term rental at 3985 Horizon Road
• Z2025-035 – Specific Use Permit for a daycare facility at 305 S. Fannin Street
• Interlocal Agreement authorizing the City Manager to allow telecom equipment installation on city‑owned facilities
• Ordinance amendment reducing the art review team from seven members to five (2nd reading)

The council unanimously authorized the mayor and city attorney to negotiate an amendment to the City Manager’s agreement to comply with new state law. It also approved the purchase of land at 1010 Squabble Creek Lane, giving the city manager authority to finalize the transaction. The consent agenda was adopted, approving changes to the Art Review Team composition, several specific‑use permits, two replat requests, and an interlocal agreement for emergency communications equipment. No other actions were taken.

• Authorized mayor and city attorney to negotiate City Manager agreement amendment (7‑0)
• Authorized purchase of land at 1010 Squabble Creek Lane (7‑0)
• Approved amendment to Art Review Team composition from seven to five members (consent agenda)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for accessory building at 2317 Saddlebrook Lane (consent agenda)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for non‑owner‑occupied short‑term rental at 3985 Horizon Road (consent agenda)
• Approved replat for Lake Pointe Baptist Church addition at 701 E. IH‑30 (consent agenda)
• Approved replat for Boardwalk Development parcel at 100 S. John King Boulevard (consent agenda)
• Approved interlocal agreement with North Central Texas Emergency Communications District for telecommunications equipment (consent agenda)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several specific‑use permits, replats, and a large zoning change. Items include residential infill permits, a carwash permit, indoor amusement use, and a 105.1004‑acre agricultural to planned‑development conversion. The commission will also review a final plat for Gentry Estates and an ordinance abandoning public right‑of‑way.

• Z2025-048: Zoning change request for 105.1004‑acre tract (AG to PD) near SH‑276 and FM‑550
• Z2025-044: Specific Use Permit for a single‑family home at 5405 Ranger Drive
• Z2025-045: Specific Use Permit for a single‑family home at 606 Ross Street
• Z2025-046: Specific Use Permit for a carwash at 2215 Ridge Road (FM‑740)
• P2025-025: Ordinance to abandon public right‑of‑way and final plat for West Street Addition

The Rockwall Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the July 15 meeting minutes and two replat applications. The approved replats were for the Lake Pointe Baptist Church Addition (P2025-022) and the Boardwalk Development Addition (P2025-024). Several specific‑use permit requests were set for public hearing on August 12, 2025. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved Replat for Lake Pointe Baptist Church Addition (P2025-022)
• Approved Replat for Boardwalk Development Addition (P2025-024)
• Scheduled public hearing for Z2025-044 (SUP residential infill) on Aug 12, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for Z2025-045 (SUP residential infill) on Aug 12, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for Z2025-046 (SUP carwash) on Aug 12, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for Z2025-047 (SUP indoor arcade) on Aug 12, 2025

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider request SP2025-032 to approve a site plan for an office/warehouse on a 0.45‑acre Light Industrial parcel at 855 Whitmore Drive. Staff have identified numerous mandatory changes covering platting, easements, drainage, parking, landscaping, lighting and fence requirements. The applicant must address all comments by August 5, 2025, or the case will be denied.

• SP2025-032: Site plan request for 855 Whitmore Drive (Lot 10, Block A, Municipal Industrial Park).
• Mandatory revisions include platting the parcel, providing easements, drainage upgrades, and parking specifications.
• Engineering comments require ROW dedication, culvert design, utility sizing and impact fee calculations.
• Applicant must submit two compensatory measures for each requested exception or variance.
• Deadlines: work session July 29, 2025; public hearing August 12, 2025; comment response due August 5, 2025.

The Architectural Review Board examined a site‑plan request for a 0.45‑acre office/warehouse at 855 Whitmore Drive. The board recommended moving the bay doors to the side or rear and adding storefront glass to the front. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint special work session on July 24, 2025. The session will discuss and consider providing direction to the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee on updates to the city's OURHometown Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan. No other specific actions, rezoning, contracts, or ordinance items are on the agenda.

• Discuss direction for CPAC on updates to the OURHometown Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan

The joint work session focused on reviewing and gathering input for the city's OUR Hometown Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Participants shared ideas on density calculations, lot sizes, traffic engineering, parks, senior housing, and downtown development. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during this meeting.

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board will review the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. The board will hear updates on the Transformation Strategy Objectives and on third‑quarter events. It will also discuss a joint meeting with the Downtown Revitalization Authority and consider any needed actions.

• Review and act on June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Hear updates on Transformation Strategy Objectives
• Hear updates on Q3 events
• Discuss MSAB and DRA joint meeting and consider actions

The Main Street Advisory Board approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The board then motioned to adjourn, which also passed unanimously 5‑0. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold an executive session to discuss board appointments, possible real‑property transactions near Harry Myers Park and Lake Rockwall Estates, and the City Manager agreement for professional services. In the public session, the council will vote on routine consent‑agenda items including a $161,060 grounds‑maintenance contract and a $433,290 engineering services contract, and will hold public hearings on multiple zoning changes and specific‑use permits, notably an 80.50‑acre Agricultural‑to‑Light‑Industrial conversion north of Justin Road.

• Executive session discussion of possible sale/purchase/lease of real property near Harry Myers Park and Lake Rockwall Estates
• Consent agenda approval of a one‑year grounds‑maintenance contract with SLM Landscaping for $161,060.00
• Consent agenda approval of an engineering services contract with Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter L.L.P. for $433,290.00 for Eastside Ground Storage Reservoir #3
• Public hearing on Z2025-040: zoning change from Agricultural (AG) to Light Industrial (LI) for an 80.50‑acre tract north of Justin Road
• Public hearing on Z2025-030: zoning change adding a 2.57‑acre tract to Planned Development District 50 (PD‑50)

The Rockwall City Council voted 6‑1 to approve zoning change Z2025-030, adding a 2.57‑acre parcel to Planned Development District 50. The council also approved the entire consent agenda—including a parking restriction on Kyle Drive, a reduction of the Art Review Team to five members, a $161,060 grounds‑maintenance contract, and a $433,290 engineering services contract—with a 7‑0 vote. No action resulted from the executive session, and one public‑hearing request (Z2025-029) was withdrawn.

• Approved consent agenda items (parking ordinance, art review commission amendment, grounds‑maintenance contract, engineering services contract) – vote 7‑0
• Approved zoning change Z2025-030 to add 2.57‑acre parcel to PD‑50 – vote 6‑1
• Z2025-029 withdrawn at applicant’s request – no vote
• No action taken as a result of executive session

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Rockwall Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold a public hearing on July 17 to consider a request to demolish two historic structures and build a new performance center on 1.0061 acres at 609 E. Rusk Street. The proposal includes a zoning change from Single-Family 7 to a Planned Development District to allow the theatre use.

• Public hearing for H2025-013: demolition and new performance center at 609 E. Rusk Street
• Public hearing for H2025-012: exterior alterations at 109 St. Mary’s Street
• Approval of June 19, 2025 HPAB meeting minutes
• Discussion on historic projects by Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller
• Open forum for public comments limited to three minutes

The board approved the minutes from the June 19, 2025 HPAB meeting by a 6‑0 vote. A public hearing was held for case H2025‑013 concerning a community playhouse redevelopment. After public comments, the board did not vote on the request and returned the item for further discussion.

• Approved June 19, 2025 HPAB minutes (6-0)
• Public hearing item H2025-013 discussed, no decision taken

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple zoning changes and specific use permits. Key discussions include industrial rezoning, residential infill, and commercial site plans.

• Zoning change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for 80.5 acres on the northside of Justin Road
• Zoning change to consolidate regulating ordinances for 118.53 acres west of N. Lakeshore Drive
• Specific Use Permit for outdoor commercial amusement and a restaurant at Park Hills Blvd and John King Blvd
• Site plan for seven townhomes on 0.87 acres at Glen Hill Way and Ridge Road
• Specific Use Permit for a daycare facility at 305 S. Fannin Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the June 24 minutes and several development applications. A request to change zoning for the Rockwall Community Playhouse (22025‑0290) was tabled by a 7‑0 vote. The commission approved a zoning change adding 2.57 acres to Planned Development District 50 (2025‑030) by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (including June 24 minutes) – motion passed
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Lot 1, Block A, Goliad St. Addition (P2025‑021) – part of consent agenda
• Approved Site Plan for seven townhomes on Harbor Hills Addition (P2025‑024) – part of consent agenda
• Approved Site Plan for Ridgeview Church expansion (P2025‑025) – part of consent agenda
• Approved Treescape Plan for La Jolla Pointe (SP2025‑026) – part of consent agenda
• Approved Treescape Plan for D. Atkins Survey tract (SP2025‑027) – part of consent agenda
• Tabled zoning change for Rockwall Community Playhouse (22025‑0290) – 7‑0 vote
• Approved zoning change adding 2.57 acres to PD‑50 (2025‑030) – 7‑0 vote

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall County Architectural Review Board will discuss two site‑plan applications. The first, SP2025‑021, is a request by Jared Earney of Kimley‑Horn for Fuel City to develop a 4.34‑acre retail store with gasoline sales and a car wash at the northwest corner of Airport Road and John King Boulevard in the Commercial (C) district and SH‑205 By‑Pass Overlay. The second, SP2025‑025, is a request by Grayson Hughes of Sutherland King Consulting for Felix Tan to expand Ridgeview Church on a 7.052‑acre parcel at 1362 FM‑552 in the General Retail (GR) district. The board may approve, deny, or modify the proposals, including any variances noted.

• SP2025‑021: Fuel City site‑plan for a retail store with gasoline sales and a car wash on 4.34 acres at the northwest corner of Airport Rd & John King Blvd (Commercial C district, SH‑205 By‑Pass Overlay).
• SP2025‑025: Ridgeview Church expansion site‑plan on 7.052 acres at 1362 FM‑552 (General Retail GR district).
• Fuel City proposal includes variances for primary articulation, four‑sided architecture, and cementitious material requirements.
• Fuel City plan provides 66 parking spaces, exceeding the code requirement of 46 spaces.
• Both applications will be considered for approval, denial, or modification by the board.

The Architectural Review Board voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a site plan for a 4.34‑acre retail store with gasoline sales at the northwest corner of Airport Road and John King Boulevard. The board also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a site plan for a 7.052‑acre expansion of Ridgeview Church at 1362 FM‑552. Both motions were approved with Board Members Wes Dalton and Dennis Kirkpatrick absent.

• Recommend approval of retail store site plan (4.34‑acre) – vote 5-0
• Recommend approval of Ridgeview Church expansion site plan (7.052‑acre) – vote 5-0

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will enter executive session to discuss property purchase authority, rental‑home regulations, board appointments, a wholesale water purchase contract, and possible real‑property transactions near Harry Myers Park. In the public session, the council will consider routine items and a series of specific‑use permits, a parking restriction ordinance, a 9‑1‑1 dispatch agreement, and several contracts including a $6,002,446 construction project, a $1,155,000 pavement contract addendum, a $285,120 material‑testing contract, and a $120,850 roof‑replacement contract. The meeting also includes approval of the June 16 minutes and a proclamation for Parks & Recreation Month.

• Approve $6,002,446 construction contract for W. Boydstun and Forest Trace Reconstruction Project
• Approve $1,155,000 contract addendums for concrete and asphalt pavement repairs and maintenance
• Approve $285,120 material testing contract for the same reconstruction project
• Approve $120,850 roof replacement contract for Fire Stations 2 & 3
• Adopt ordinance prohibiting parking on Kyle Drive between Yellow Jacket Lane and the IH‑30 service road during school hours

Mayor Pro Tem Moeller moved to authorize the mayor to sign an MOU with the City of Heath and let the City Manager negotiate a water purchase agreement after Heath’s appeal was dismissed; the motion passed 6‑0 with Councilmember Campbell absent. The council then approved the consent agenda, adopting items 1,3‑7,9,11‑14, which included a $6,002,446 construction contract for the W. Boydstun and Forest Trace reconstruction project and several specific‑use permits. Items 2 (porch permit), 8 (parking restriction), and 10 (pavement contract addendums) were removed from the consent agenda and not approved.

• Authorized Mayor to execute MOU with City of Heath and negotiate water purchase (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved construction contract for W. Boydstun & Forest Trace Reconstruction ($6,002,446)
• Approved specific‑use permit for outdoor golf driving range (Lot 11, Fit Sport Life)
• Approved specific‑use permit for wholesale showroom (Lot 26, Rainbow Acres)
• Approved specific‑use permit for detached garage (Lot 23, Stoney Hollow)
• Approved specific‑use permit for church expansion (Lot 28, Skyview Country Estates)
• Approved zoning change for 3077 N. Goliad Street (PD‑37 to SF‑16)
• Approved interlocal 9‑1‑1 dispatch agreement with North Central Texas Emergency Communications District

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning & Zoning Commission will approve minutes from the June 10 meeting and consider a mix of site plans, zoning changes, and specific‑use permits. Items include an amended site plan for a restaurant on a 0.90‑acre parcel, a withdrawn mini‑warehouse expansion, and a large zoning change converting 80.5 acres from Agricultural to Light Industrial. The commission will also review a preliminary plat for a 4.998‑acre addition and a specific‑use permit for outside storage on a 2‑acre site.

• SP2025-020: Amended site plan for a restaurant without drive‑through on 0.90‑acre parcel at IH‑30 Frontage Rd & Sunset Ridge Dr.
• SP2025-011: Withdrawn site plan for expanding a mini‑warehouse on 5.00‑acre tract at 2301 SH‑276.
• Z2025-040: Zoning change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for 80.50‑acre tract north of Justin Road between John King Blvd and FM‑3549.
• P2025-021: Preliminary plat for 4.998‑acre Lot 1, Block A, Goliad Street Addition (4156 N. Goliad St, SH‑205).
• Z2025-043: Specific Use Permit for outside storage on 2‑acre tract at 3920 IH‑30 within the IH‑30 Overlay.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. A site‑plan request for a mini‑warehouse expansion was withdrawn by the applicant. The request for a Fuel City retail store with gasoline sales was tabled until the July 15, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes for June 10, 2025 meeting (vote of 4-)
• Noted withdrawal of Drew Donosky’s mini‑warehouse site‑plan request (no action taken)
• Tabled Jared Earney’s Fuel City retail‑gas site‑plan request to July 15, 2025

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall County Architectural Review Board will hold an open forum for public comments, then discuss three site‑plan requests. The first request is for an 18‑acre soccer complex and parking lot at the northwest corner of S. Goliad Street (SH‑205) and Mims Road, located in the SH‑205 Overlay and PD‑44 district. The second request is for seven townhomes on a 0.87‑acre parcel on the northeast side of Glen Hill Way near Ridge Road (FM‑740), within the PD‑32 district. The third request is for the expansion of Ridgeview Church on a 7.052‑acre parcel at 1362 FM‑552, zoned General Retail.

• SP2025-023 – Site‑plan approval for an 18‑acre soccer complex and parking lot at S. Goliad St. & Mims Rd., PD‑44 Heavy Commercial district.
• SP2025-024 – Site‑plan approval for seven townhomes on a 0.87‑acre lot on Glen Hill Way near Ridge Rd., PD‑32 Residential district.
• SP2025-025 – Site‑plan approval for expansion of Ridgeview Church on a 7.052‑acre parcel at 1362 FM‑552, General Retail district.

The Architectural Review Board voted 3‑0 to recommend approval of the site plan for a soccer complex and parking lot expansion at the Rayburn Electric Cooperative campus. It also voted 3‑0 to recommend approval of a site plan for seven townhomes on a 0.87‑acre parcel. For the Ridgeview Church expansion, the board asked the applicant to match the previously approved building elevations and to provide an updated material sample board.

• Recommended approval of soccer complex and parking lot expansion site plan (3‑0)
• Recommended approval of seven‑townhome site plan (3‑0)
• Requested matching building elevations and updated material sample board for Ridgeview Church expansion

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Rockwall County Historic Preservation Advisory Board will consider two COA applications: one for exterior alterations to a landmark property at 109 St. Mary's Street, and another for demolition, new construction, and a zoning change affecting properties at 609 E. Rusk Street and nearby Kaufman Street addresses. The meeting also includes a consent agenda to approve minutes from February 20 and March 20, 2025, and an update from the Historic Preservation Officer.

• Approve minutes for the February 20, 2025 HPAB meeting
• Approve minutes for the March 20, 2025 HPAB meeting
• Public hearing H2025-012: COA for exterior alterations at 109 St. Mary's Street (Lot A, Block 117, B.F. Boydston Addition, SF-7 district)
• Public hearing H2025-013: COA for demolition, new performance center, and zoning change at 609 E. Rusk Street, 606‑610‑612 Kaufman Street (Old Town Rockwall Historic District)
• Update from Historic Preservation Officer (Ryan Miller) on historic projects

Main Street Advisory Board

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board will meet on June 17, 2025. The board will review the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes and hear updates on its Transformation Strategy. It will discuss a joint meeting with the DRA, an update on the purchase of the Old Methodist Church at 303 E. Rusk Street, and a walking‑tour follow‑up. The primary action item is the approval of a façade reimbursement grant for the property at 114 East Rusk Street.

• Approve façade reimbursement grant for 114 East Rusk Street (Lyla’s Clothing and Gifts)
• Review and act on April 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on purchase of the Old Methodist Church at 303 E. Rusk Street
• Discuss MSAB and DRA joint meeting and any necessary actions
• Walking tour follow‑up discussion and upcoming agenda items

The Main Street Advisory Board approved a $1,000 reimbursement grant for a façade awning at 114 East Rusk Street, voting 5‑0. The board also adopted the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. Members discussed the possibility of joint meetings with the Downtown Rockwall Association but took no formal action. The meeting was adjourned with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved $1,000 façade grant for 114 East Rusk St (5-0)
• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings for six specific use and zoning requests. The body is also deciding on several municipal contracts for utility relocation, engineering, and sports officiating.

• Construction contract with Hayes Construction for South SH 205 & SH 276 Utility Relocation Project for $720,478.00
• Engineering contract with Cardinal Strategies Engineering Services, LLC for KE Andrews Way Extension Project not to exceed $114,900.00
• Contract with North Texas Baseball Association for umpires in the amount of $85,000
• Preliminary and Master Plat approval for Erwin Farms Subdivision (122 residential lots)
• Public hearings for specific use permits at 3326 Royal Ridge Drive, 263 Ranch Trail, 2743 Stoney Hollow Lane, and 1362 FM-552

The council approved the consent agenda, which included an $85,000 umpire contract, a $114,900 engineering contract for the KEAndrews Way Extension, and a $720,478 utility relocation contract, with a vote of 6 ayes and 1 absence. The council then approved item #5, a preliminary plat for the Erwin Farms Subdivision, by a vote of 5 ayes, 1 nay, and 1 absence. Finally, the council approved a Specific Use Permit for two detached covered porches at 3326 Royal Ridge Drive, with a vote of 6 ayes and 1 absence.

• Approved consent agenda items 1,2,3,4,6 (including $85,000 umpire contract, $114,900 engineering contract, $720,478 utility relocation contract) – vote 6 ayes, 1 absent
• Approved Consent Agenda item #5 – Preliminary Plat for Erwin Farms Subdivision – vote 5 ayes, 1 nay, 1 absent
• Approved Specific Use Permit for two detached covered porches at 3326 Royal Ridge Drive (Z2025-023) – vote 6 ayes, 1 absent

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will consider 10 public hearing items, including specific use permits for a church expansion, a golf driving range, and a wholesale showroom. The body will also discuss a reapplication for a specific use permit denied by the City Council in December 2024.

• Approval of preliminary and master plats for Erwin Farms Subdivision (122 lots)
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for a church expansion at 1362 FM-552
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for a golf driving range at the terminus of Fit Sport Life Boulevard
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for a wholesale showroom at 263 Ranch Trail
• Discussion of a reapplication request for a Specific Use Permit at 704 S. Alamo Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the appointment to resubmit a Specific Use Permit request (5‑0). The consent agenda, which included approval of the May 27, 2028 minutes and the Erwin Farms Preliminary and Master Plats for 122 residential lots, was approved (5‑0). Several Specific Use Permit applications were also approved unanimously: detached covered porches (Z2025‑023), a golf driving range (Z2025‑024), a wholesale showroom (Z2025‑025), and a detached garage (22025‑026).

• Approved appointment to resubmit SUP request (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Erwin Farms preliminary and master plats (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2025-023 for detached covered porches (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2025-024 for golf driving range (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit Z2025-025 for wholesale showroom (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit 22025-026 for detached garage (5-0)

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review and act on the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes, nominate and vote for new board officers to replace the resigned member, and discuss several downtown art project ideas. The meeting also includes updates on marketing, communications, and the master plan.

• Review and approve the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting
• Nominate and vote for new board officers to fill the vacancy left by Chris Kingsley
• Discuss a proposed quarterly sidewalk art program in downtown Rockwall
• Consider mural and art installation ideas for downtown walls and Ted Cains Corner Park
• Review ideas for metal/wire sculptures to be installed after I‑30 road construction

Parks & Recreation Board

The Rockwall Parks & Recreation Board will approve the minutes from its May 6 meeting and discuss three development requests. The main items are the Preliminary Plat (P2025-016) and Master Plat (P2025-018) for the Erwin Farms Subdivision, a 122‑lot, 98.198‑acre project on the south side of North Country Lane. The board will also review a concession agreement for Prestige Water Sports to operate boat rentals on Lake Ray Hubbard.

• Approve minutes from May 6, 2025 Park Board meeting
• Preliminary Plat (P2025-016) for Erwin Farms Subdivision – 122 lots, fees of $214,605.32 (Cash‑In‑Lieu) and $183,390.40 (Pro‑Rata), total $397,995.72
• Master Plat (P2025-018) for Erwin Farms Subdivision – same 122‑lot tract
• Concession agreement with Prestige Water Sports for boat rentals at The Harbor, Lake Ray Hubbard

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the May meeting minutes unanimously. It approved the preliminary plat for Erwin Farms Subdivision, assessing cash-in-lieu and equipment fees totaling $397,995.72, with a 6‑0 vote. The board also approved the master plat and parks open space plan for the same subdivision, again by a 6‑0 vote. Finally, the board voted to table the Prestige Water Sports concession request for 90 days, passing unanimously.

• Approved May 6 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Erwin Farms preliminary plat and fees of $397,995.72 (6-0)
• Approved Erwin Farms master plat and parks open space plan (6-0)
• Tabled Prestige Water Sports concession request for 90 days (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold an executive session to discuss judicial appointments, board appointments, possible real‑property transactions near 806 Davy Crockett and Lofland/Myers Park, and legal matters involving the solid‑waste contractor and water‑supply contracts with the City of Heath. After reconvening, the council will consider a consent agenda that includes several zoning and land‑use actions, a parking restriction on Kyle Drive, a $40,000 grant to the Rockwall Professional Firefighter's Association, and a sign‑variance request for The Plaza at Rockwall shopping center.

• Approve $40,000 funding for the Rockwall Professional Firefighter's Association Firefighter's Ball (Hotel Occupancy Tax Subcommittee recommendation).
• Z2025-018: Change zoning from Agricultural to Single‑Family 1 for 2.581‑acre parcel at 379 N. Country Lane.
• Z2025-017: Approve Specific Use Permit for a Church/House of Worship on 15.159‑acre parcel at 670 N. Stodghill Road.
• Adopt ordinance prohibiting parking on Kyle Drive between Yellow Jacket Lane and the IH‑30 service road during school hours.
• Consider sign‑variance request for three pole signs at The Plaza at Rockwall, 995 E. IH‑30.

The council voted 6‑1 to let the City Manager finalize the purchase of the property at 806 Davy Crockett. They also reappointed Municipal Court judges Matthew Scott and Ryan Lee for two years, appointed Jason Bietendorf to the Main Street Advisory Board, and appointed Andrew Hillis to the ART Commission. In addition, the council approved most consent‑agenda items, including a specific‑use permit for Eastridge Church and a zoning change to Single‑Family 1.

• Authorized City Manager to finalize purchase of land at 806 Davy Crockett (6 ayes, 1 absent)
• Reappointed Municipal Court Presiding Judge Matthew Scott and Associate Judge Ryan Lee for two years (6 ayes, 1 absent)
• Appointed Jason Bietendorf to Main Street Advisory Board (partial term through Aug 2025, then two‑year term) (6 ayes, 1 absent)
• Appointed Andrew Hillis to the ART Commission (partial term to Aug 2026) (6 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved consent agenda items 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 9 (including specific‑use permit for Eastridge Church and zoning changes)
• Pulled consent agenda items 7 and 8 for separate consideration

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall County Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider four site‑plan requests: a retail/office building on a 2.893‑acre parcel at 2351 Harbor Heights Drive; a medical office building on an 8.969‑acre tract near S. Goliad Street and SH‑276; a restaurant without a drive‑through on a 0.90‑acre lot at the southeast corner of IH‑30 Frontage Road and Sunset Ridge Drive; and a retail store with gasoline sales on a 4.34‑acre site at the northwest corner of Airport Road and John King Boulevard. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comments.

• SP2025-014 – Retail/Office building site plan, 2.893 acres, 2351 Harbor Heights Drive (Planned Development District 32, IH‑30 Overlay)
• SP2025-017 – Medical Office building site plan, 8.969 acres, south of S. Goliad Street and SH‑276 (Planned Development District 10, SH‑205 Overlay)
• SP2025-020 – Restaurant (no drive‑through) site plan, 0.90 acre, Lot 5 Block A, Harbor District Addition (Planned Development District 32, IH‑30 Overlay)
• SP2025-021 – Retail store with gasoline sales site plan, 4.34 acres, northwest corner of Airport Road and John King Boulevard (Commercial District, SH‑205 By‑Pass Overlay)

The Architectural Review Board approved motions to recommend approval of site plans for a retail/office building at 2351 Harbor Heights Drive, a medical office building on Tract 2‑2, and a restaurant without a drive‑through on Lot 5, Block A, each by a 4‑0 vote. For a retail store with gasoline sales on a 4.34‑acre site, the board recommended the applicant meet overlay‑district requirements and propose an approved cementitious material. No other actions were taken.

• Approved recommendation for HH Retail Center site plan (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for Vue Real Estate medical office site plan (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for Elias Pope restaurant site plan (4-0)
• Recommended Fuel City applicant meet overlay requirements and propose cementitious material

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several discretionary approvals, including replats, site plans, and a zoning change request. Action items include a replat for La Jolla Pointe, a retail/office site plan on Harbor Heights Drive, and an amended site plan for a church. Discussion items schedule public hearings for specific use permits and a zoning change on June 10, 2025. The Director’s Report will review recent City Council approvals and a denial of a residential infill permit.

• P2025-009: Replat request for Lot 24, Block A, La Jolla Pointe, Phase 2 Addition (9.9406‑acre commercial tract).
• SP2025-014: Site plan for a Retail/Office Building at 2351 Harbor Heights Drive (2.893‑acre parcel).
• Z2025-028: Zoning change request to amend Planned Development District 37 for a ~7.10‑acre Dirkwood Estates parcel at 3077 N. Goliad Street.
• Z2025-024: Specific Use Permit for an outdoor commercial amusement/recreation golf driving range on a 7.847‑acre parcel at Fit Sport Life Boulevard.
• Director’s Report: Post‑council outcomes include approvals of final plats for Quail Hollow and Peachtree Meadows subdivisions and a denial of a residential infill permit at 704 S. Alamo Road.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the May 13 minutes and two replat requests, by a 5‑0 vote. Three discretionary site‑plan applications—SP2025-014, SP2025-016, and SP2025-017—were also approved unanimously (5‑0 each). One site‑plan request, SP2025-011, was tabled by the applicant for consideration at a later meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and two replat requests) (5-0)
• Approved SP2025-014 Retail/Office site plan (5-0)
• Approved SP2025-016 Lakepointe Church amended site plan (5-0)
• Approved SP2025-017 Medical office building site plan (5-0)
• Tabled SP2025-011 site‑plan request (applicant request)

City Council

The City Council will swear in Mayor Tim McCallum and three Councilmembers. The body will also consider several zoning changes, subdivision plats, and city contracts.

• Purchase of 35 Getac laptops for police vehicles for $137,808
• Contract with Advanced Pipe Repair for manhole rehabilitation not to exceed $171,600
• Final Plat approval for Quail Hollow Subdivision Phase 2 (111 lots)
• Final Plat approval for Peachtree Meadows Subdivision (147 lots)
• Public hearings for zoning changes and specific use permits at 670 N. Stodghill Road, 379 N. Country Lane, 1214 East Fork Road, and 704 S. Alamo Road

The council voted 7-0 to make Mark Moeller the Mayor Pro Tem and also 7-0 to place Councilmembers Dennis Lewis and Melba Jeffus on the Rockwall Emergency Services Corporation board. A consent agenda covering minutes approval, an overnight‑parking ordinance, two subdivision plats, police laptop purchases and a wastewater contract was approved unanimously, while the Peachtree Meadows plat was approved 5-2 after being pulled from the consent agenda.

• Appointed Mark Moeller as Mayor Pro Tem (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed Dennis Lewis and Melba Jeffus to the Rockwall ESC Board (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting overnight parking for oversized vehicles in The Harbor (2nd reading, part of consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of 35 Getac laptops for police vehicles ($137,808, Technology Replacement Fund)
• Approved contract with Advanced Pipe Repair for rehabilitation of 30 manholes (up to $171,600, Wastewater Operating Budget)
• Approved Final Plat for Phase 2 of Quail Hollow Subdivision (P2025-012)
• Approved Final Plat for Peachtree Meadows Subdivision (P2025-014) (5 ayes, 2 nays)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and consider approving a resolution to canvass the official returns of the General Election held on May 3, 2025.

• Approval of resolution canvassing official returns for the May 3, 2025 General Election

The council read the official May 3, 2025 General Election results for mayor and three council seats and declared the winners. Councilmember Thomas moved, and Councilmember Campbell seconded, a resolution to canvass those results. The motion passed unanimously by a vote of 3 ayes to 0 nays. The newly elected members are scheduled to be sworn in on May 19, 2025.

• Approved resolution canvassing May 3, 2025 election results (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for new residential subdivisions and several specific use permits. The body will also hold public hearings on zoning changes for agricultural and commercial land.

• Final Plat for Quail Hollow Subdivision Phase 2 (111 lots on 42.742 acres)
• Final Plat for Peachtree Meadows Subdivision (147 lots on 45.95 acres)
• Specific Use Permit for a Church/House of Worship at 670 N. Stodghill Road
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Commercial for 1.650 acres north of John King Blvd and Airport Rd
• Site plan for expansion of Mini-Warehouse Facility at 2301 SH-276

The commission approved its consent agenda, which included routine plat approvals. It voted 4‑0 to recommend approval of a Specific Use Permit for Eastridge Church of Christ’s expansion. It also approved a zoning change from Agricultural to Single‑Family 1 for a 2.581‑acre parcel and a Specific Use Permit for an accessory structure, while withdrawing a garage permit request. All motions passed unanimously or by the recorded vote.

• Approved consent agenda (vote of 40)
• Approved Z2025-017 Specific Use Permit for church expansion (4-0)
• Approved Z2025-018 Zoning change to Single-Family 1 (4-0)
• Withdrew Z2025-019 Specific Use Permit for detached garage (4-0)
• Approved Z2025-020 Specific Use Permit for accessory structure (4-0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will discuss several matters, including reappointments to city boards, possible real‑property transactions downtown, and legal action for unpaid hotel occupancy taxes. The consent agenda contains multiple Specific Use Permit ordinances, notably a residential infill request for 588 Cornelius Road. A public hearing will be held on a residential infill request at 614 E. Boydstun Avenue. The meeting will also include routine reports and a proclamation of Older Americans Month.

• Executive session: discussion of board reappointments, downtown real‑property sale/purchase/lease, and legal action against Rockwall RMKP, LP (Hampton Inn)
• Z2025-013: Specific Use Permit for residential infill on a 10‑acre tract at 588 Cornelius Road (Agricultural District)
• Z2025-014: Specific Use Permit for a minor automotive repair garage at 1460 T. L. Townsend Drive, Suite 116
• Ordinance to prohibit overnight parking for certain commercial vehicles in The Harbor District
• Public hearing (Z2025-012): Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 614 E. Boydstun Avenue

After an executive session, the council voted to authorize the City Manager to finalize negotiations and execute documents for the purchase of a historic church in downtown Rockwall, using hotel occupancy tax funds. The motion passed unanimously with all ayes and no nays recorded. The council also moved a consent agenda that included approval of the April 21 meeting minutes, several specific‑use permits, and an ordinance on overnight parking, which was seconded but the minutes do not record a vote outcome.

• Authorized City Manager to finalize and execute downtown historic church purchase (unanimous ayes, 0 nays)
• Motion to approve consent agenda items (April 21 minutes, SUPs, overnight parking ordinance) moved and seconded; outcome not recorded

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will approve minutes from the April 15 meeting and consider a variety of land‑use actions. Items include a replat for lots on E. Boydstun Avenue, several specific‑use permits and zoning changes, and multiple site‑plan and plat approvals for residential and commercial developments. The meeting also includes a work session for staff discussion of upcoming cases.

• SP2025-011: Site plan to expand an existing mini‑warehouse on a 5.00‑acre tract at 2301 SH‑276 (PD‑46, Commercial).
• Z2025-012: Specific Use Permit for residential infill on a 0.17‑acre parcel at 614 E. Boydstun Avenue (SF‑7, SRO overlay).
• MIS2025-007: Exception to allow synthetic plan materials on a 0.2890‑acre parcel at 1370 Champion Drive (PD‑3, SF‑7).
• Z2025-018: Zoning change from Agricultural to Single‑Family 1 on a 2.581‑acre parcel at 379 N. Country Lane.
• P2025-012: Final plat for Phase 2 of the Quail Hollow Subdivision (111 lots on 42.742 acres) at the northwest corner of E. Quail Run Road and Hays Road.

The commission approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the April 15 meeting and a replat for several lots, by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved a Specific Use Permit for a new single‑family home at 614 E. Boydstun Avenue with a 4‑1 vote. Finally, the board voted 5‑0 to table the site‑plan request for expanding a mini‑warehouse facility until the May 13 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes and replat) – vote 5-0
• Approved replat for Lots 4‑7 Block A, Integrity Addition – vote 5-0
• Approved Specific Use Permit for 614 E. Boydstun Ave residential infill – vote 4-1
• Tabled warehouse expansion site‑plan (SP2025-041) to May 13 meeting – vote 5-0

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss two site plans: a 2.893-acre retail/office building at 2351 Harbor Heights Drive and a mini-warehouse expansion at 2301 SH-276. Staff has identified necessary revisions and variances for the first project.

• Review site plan for 2.893-acre retail/office building at 2351 Harbor Heights Drive
• Review site plan for 5.00-acre mini-warehouse expansion at 2301 SH-276
• Staff identifies variances needed for four-sided architecture and roof design
• Staff identifies 25 parking spaces are short of the required 186
• Planning & Zoning Work Session scheduled for April 29, 2025

The board reviewed a site plan for a retail/office building on 2.893 acres at 2351 Harbor Heights Drive and recommended the applicant add an awning on the west elevation and change the brick color to rust. The board also reviewed a site plan for expanding a mini‑warehouse on 5 acres at 2301 SH‑276 and approved a motion to recommend approval of that plan by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended adding an awning on the west elevation and changing brick to rust for the retail/office site (no vote recorded)
• Approved motion to recommend approval of the mini‑warehouse expansion site plan (5‑0 vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold work sessions to review a city facilities planning study and a 2025 Existing Conditions Report. The body will also consider several zoning requests and professional engineering contracts for road reconstruction.

• Engineering contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Forest Trace Reconstruction Project not to exceed $234,100
• Engineering contract amendment with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for North Lakeshore Drive drainage in the amount of $258,100
• Public hearing for seven townhomes on Glen Hill Way (Z2025-011)
• Public hearing for a minor automotive repair garage at 1460 T. L. Townsend Drive (Z2025-014)
• Discussion of proposed changes to the city's solid waste collection services contract

The council authorized the City Manager to complete a land donation agreement in the Harbor District and reappointed Chip Imrie to the North Texas Municipal Water District for a two‑year term. It also approved the consent agenda, which included a temporary speed‑limit reduction on IH‑30 frontage roads and two engineering services contracts for the Forest Trace and North Lakeshore Drive reconstruction projects. All motions passed unanimously.

• Authorized City Manager to complete Harbor District land donation agreement (7‑0)
• Reappointed Chip Imrie to North Texas Municipal Water District (7‑0)
• Approved minutes from April 7, 2025 meeting (7‑0)
• Approved ordinance temporarily reducing speed limit on IH‑30 frontage roads (2nd reading) (7‑0)
• Authorized $234,100 engineering contract with Kimley‑Horn for Forest Trace Reconstruction (7‑0)
• Authorized $258,100 engineering amendment with Kimley‑Horn for North Lakeshore Drive Reconstruction (7‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several development proposals, including a planned eight‑townhome project, multiple specific‑use permits for residential infill, and a minor automotive repair garage. The commission will also discuss two site‑plan requests for a mini‑warehouse expansion and a private indoor gun range. Minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting will be approved as a consent agenda item.

• Z2025-011: PD Development Plan for eight townhomes on 0.87‑acre parcel, Lot 3 Block A Harbor Hills Addition, near Glen Hill Way
• Z2025-012: Specific Use Permit for residential infill on 0.17‑acre at 614 E. Boydstun Avenue, SF‑7 district
• Z2025-013: Specific Use Permit for residential infill on 10‑acre tract at 588 Cornelius Road, Agricultural district
• Z2025-014: Specific Use Permit for minor automotive repair garage on 2.692‑acre parcel at 1460 T. L. Townsend Drive, Suite 116, Commercial district
• SP2025-011: Site Plan for expansion of a mini‑warehouse facility on 5.00‑acre tract at 2301 SH‑276, PD‑46, Commercial district

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda unanimously. It then approved a Planned Development plan for eight townhomes (2025-011) by a 5‑1 vote, approved three specific use permits (Z2025-013, 2025-014, 2025-015) each by 6‑0, and tabled one specific use permit (2025-012) for future consideration. All actions were taken after brief public notice and limited public comment.

• Approved consent agenda (6‑0)
• Approved 2025-011 Planned Development plan (5‑1)
• Tabled 2025-012 Specific Use Permit (6‑0)
• Approved Z2025-013 Specific Use Permit (6‑0)
• Approved 2025-014 Specific Use Permit for minor automotive repair (6‑0)
• Approved 2025-015 Specific Use Permit for guest quarters (6‑0)

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider application SP2025-011 submitted by Drew Donosky of Claymoore Engineering. The request seeks approval of a site plan to expand the existing mini‑warehouse on a 5‑acre tract at 2301 SH‑276, located in Planned Development District 46 (PD‑46) and the SH‑276 Overlay. The board will review several variances, including additional storage units, landscaping setbacks, screening fence design, roof design, and architectural element requirements. An open forum will also be held for public comments.

• Review and vote on SP2025-011 site plan for expansion of the mini‑warehouse at 2301 SH‑276
• Consider variance for 706 storage units, exceeding the 625‑unit limit by 81 units
• Consider exception for landscaping setbacks on the west property line
• Consider exception for a wrought‑iron fence without a living screen
• Consider exception for a parapet roof design instead of the required pitched roof

The board reviewed a site‑plan request from Drew Donosky of Claymoore Engineering for a 5‑acre mini‑warehouse expansion at 2301 SH‑276, zoned Planned Development District 46 within the SH‑276 Overlay. The board approved a motion to deny the site plan. The denial vote was 3‑0.

• Denied site‑plan for mini‑warehouse expansion (3‑0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board will meet to review and adopt the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. The board will hear updates on the city's Transformation Strategy objectives. It will receive information on scheduled downtown events for the second quarter of 2025. The meeting will conclude with a walking tour of the downtown district.

• Review and adopt March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Hear updates on Transformation Strategy Objectives
• Receive updates on scheduled downtown events for Q2 2025
• Walking tour of the downtown district

The board approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other motions were voted on. The board heard updates on transformation‑strategy objectives, including kiosk content ideas, event proposals, and a walking tour of downtown. Upcoming downtown events for Q2 2025 were noted.

• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will approve minutes from previous meetings and consider several final plats, site plans, and public‑hearing requests. Key items include a zoning change for a 15.56‑acre agricultural parcel to Single‑Family Estate 1.5, a specific‑use permit for a new motor‑vehicle dealership, and other specific‑use permits and site‑plan applications. Some items are postponed to future meetings.

• Z2024-015: Zoning change from Agricultural to Single‑Family Estate 1.5 for a 15.561‑acre tract at 291, 333 & 555 Cornelius Road.
• Z2024-010: Specific Use Permit for a new motor‑vehicle dealership on a 5.9613‑acre parcel at 1790 E. IH‑30 (Light Industrial, IH‑30 Overlay).
• Z2024-014: Zoning change from Agricultural to Single‑Family 1 for a 10‑acre tract at 628 Cornelius Road.
• Z2024-012: Specific Use Permit for tennis/pickleball courts on a 2.522‑acre parcel at 1722 Ridge Road (SF‑10, Scenic Overlay).
• SP2024-006: Site plan for an office/warehouse building on a 0.45‑acre parcel at 855 Whitmore Drive (Light Industrial), postponed to April 30.

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda. It withdrew a residential infill permit request (Z2024-008). It then approved three specific‑use permits: a motor vehicle dealership expansion (Z2024-010), a 60‑ft flag‑pole structure (Z2024-011), and pickleball courts with lighting requirements (Z2024-012). All votes were 7‑0.

• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Withdrawn Z2024-008 residential infill permit (7-0)
• Approved Z2024-010 motor vehicle dealership expansion (7-0)
• Approved Z2024-011 60‑ft flag‑pole structure permit (7-0)
• Approved Z2024-012 pickleball courts permit with lighting conditions (7-0)

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will consider contract addendums authorizing $760,000 for concrete and asphalt pavement repairs. Council members will also review several zoning change and specific‑use permit requests, a park basketball‑court renovation agreement with the Boys & Girls Club, and a temporary speed‑limit reduction on I‑30 frontage roads. All items are listed on the April 7, 2025 agenda.

• Approve contract addendums for concrete and asphalt pavement repairs and maintenance totaling $760,000, funded by the Streets & Drainage Operating Budget
• Z2025-004: Specific Use Permit for Guest Quarters/Secondary Living Unit and Agricultural Accessory Building on a 10‑acre tract at 2201 E. FM‑550 (Agricultural District)
• Z2025-005: Zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for a 98.40‑acre tract south of North Country Lane near FM‑1141
• Z2025-006: Zoning change from Agricultural to General Retail for a 2.751‑acre tract at the southeast corner of John King Boulevard and Quail Run Road
• Agreement with The Boys and Girls Club to renovate the Gloria Williams Park basketball court as a Shaq/Icy Hot/Comebaq Court

The council approved the consent agenda, which included $760,000 in contract addendums for concrete and asphalt pavement repairs, several specific use permits, and multiple zoning changes. The consent agenda passed 6‑ayes with one member absent. The council also approved a zoning change (Z2025‑008) from Agricultural to Neighborhood Services for a 6.511‑acre tract, passing by a vote of 4 ayes.

• Approved $760,000 contract addendums for concrete and asphalt pavement repairs (Consent Agenda, 6 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved Specific Use Permit S‑355 for Guest Quarters/Secondary Living Unit on 10‑acre tract (Consent Agenda)
• Approved zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development District 104 for 98.316‑acre tract (Consent Agenda)
• Approved zoning change from Agricultural to General Retail District for 2.751‑acre tract (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Specific Use Permit S‑356 for Church/House of Worship on 0.5010‑acre tract (Consent Agenda)
• Approved amendment to Planned Development District 50 to add 1.65‑acre parcel (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Lot 1, Block A, Ridge Road Addition (Consent Agenda)
• Approved zoning change from Agricultural to Neighborhood Services for 6.511‑acre tract (Z2025‑008, 4 ayes)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss the renovation of a basketball court at Gloria Williams Park. The project is proposed as a Shaq / Icy Hot / Comebaq Court using a grant awarded to the Boys and Girls Club of Rockwall.

• Renovation of Gloria Williams basketball court funded by a $165,000.00 grant
• Proposed installation of new concrete court, LED lighting, black poly coated fence, and branded surfacing
• Approval of Park Board Minutes from March 4, 2025

The Parks & Recreation Board unanimously approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. The board discussed a $165,000 grant to renovate the Gloria Williams basketball court and voted to recommend the project to City Council. The recommendation passed with a 5‑1 vote; one member abstained and one was absent.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Gloria Williams court renovation to City Council (5‑1, 1 abstention, 1 absent)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on preliminary plats for retail and industrial sites and consider exceptions for screening and landscaping. The body will also discuss several Specific Use Permit requests for residential infill and a private indoor gun range.

• Preliminary Plat for 12.1462-acre General Retail site east of Ridge Road and Becky Lane
• Replat for 23.1612-acre Light Industrial parcel at SH-276 and Corporate Crossing
• Screening requirement exception for 950 E. Ralph Hall Parkway
• Specific Use Permit for a private indoor gun range on Mims Road
• Specific Use Permits for residential infill at 614 E. Boydstun Avenue, 588 Cornelius Road, and 403B S. Clark Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission elected Dr. Jean Conway as its chairman by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the consent agenda, which included the March 11 meeting minutes, with a 7‑0 vote. The commission authorized Jerret Smith to resubmit his residential infill application (7‑0) and approved an exception to the screening requirements for a 2.649‑acre commercial parcel (7‑0).

• Elected Dr. Jean Conway as Chairman (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including March 11 minutes (7-0)
• Approved resubmission request for Jerret Smith's residential infill (7-0)
• Approved exception to screening requirements for 950 E. Ralph Hall Parkway parcel (7-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Rockwall Historic Preservation Advisory Board will hold public hearings to consider Certificate of Appropriateness requests for exterior alterations to a landmark property at 303 E. Rusk Street (Downtown District) and for an accessory building at 403 E. Kaufman Street (Single Family 7 District, Old Town Rockwall Historic District). The board will also approve the minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting and receive an update from the Historic Preservation Officer on ongoing historic projects. An open forum will be available for brief public comments.

• Approve minutes for the February 20, 2025 HPAB meeting (Consent agenda).
• H2025-010: Public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to a landmark property at 303 E. Rusk Street, Downtown District.
• H2025-011: Public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for an accessory building on a non‑contributing property at 403 E. Kaufman Street, Single Family 7 District, Old Town Rockwall Historic District.
• Discussion item: Update from Historic Preservation Officer Ryan Miller on historic projects.
• Open forum for public comments, limited to three minutes per speaker.

Main Street Advisory Board

The Main Street Advisory Board approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting. It adopted objectives for the Transformation Strategy aimed at enhancing the visitor experience in the downtown district. The board scheduled a downtown walking tour for April 8 at 11:30 a.m. and received an update on the Spring Fling event planned for March 27.

• Approve January 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 5‑0).
• Adopt objectives for the Transformation Strategy to enhance downtown visitor experience (unanimous 5‑0).
• Schedule downtown walking tour for April 8 at 11:30 a.m.
• Update on Downtown Rockwall Association’s Spring Fling event on March 27.

City Council

The City Council will review plat approvals for the Juniper Subdivision and hold public hearings on eight zoning and specific use permit requests. The body will also consider several city contracts and the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Approval of Preliminary and Master Plats for Juniper Subdivision (up to 870 single-family lots)
• Purchase of a new Fire Department Ladder Truck from Siddons-Martin/Pierce for $1,937,666.00
• Grounds maintenance services contract with Yellowstone Landscape for a projected $145,700.02
• Public hearing for a zoning change of 98.40 acres from Agricultural to Single-Family 10
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for a short-term rental at 1827 Mystic Street

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider two amended site plan requests. The first (SP2025-007) seeks approval for parapet height and extension changes at 1407 & 1409 S. Goliad Street, with a $1,000.00 non‑compliant structure fee already paid. The second (SP2025-008) proposes parapets, brick façade, awnings, and a color waiver for the office building at 401 W. Rusk Street, requiring an exception to roof design standards and a minor waiver for exterior color. Both items involve potential variances that must be approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• SP2025-007 – Amended site plan for 1407 & 1409 S. Goliad Street (parapet height increase, extension, 4‑ft stone wainscot)
• SP2025-007 – $1,000.00 non‑compliant structure fee paid with the application
• SP2025-008 – Amended site plan for 401 W. Rusk Street (parapet, brick façade, two front and two rear awnings)
• SP2025-008 – Required exception to roof design standards and minor waiver for exterior color
• Both requests include compensatory measures such as evergreen shrubs and landscaping

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will approve minutes from the February 25 meeting and discuss two large Juniper Subdivision plat proposals— a preliminary plat for 366 single‑family lots and a master plat for 870 lots. Several public‑hearing items will be considered, including specific‑use permits for a church, a short‑term rental, and zoning changes for agricultural parcels. The agenda also includes two amended site‑plan requests for existing commercial and office buildings.

• P2025-004: Preliminary Plat for Phase 1 & 2 of Juniper Subdivision – 366 single‑family lots on 195.685 acre tract at John King Blvd and S. Goliad St.
• P2025-005: Master Plat for Juniper Subdivision – 870 single‑family lots on 526.778 acre tract at John King Blvd and S. Goliad St.
• Z2025-010: Zoning change amending Planned Development District 50 to add a 1.65‑acre parcel within a 22.19‑acre tract near N. Goliad St.
• Z2025-007: Specific Use Permit for a Church/House of Worship on 0.5010‑acre at 917 N. Goliad Street (PD‑50).
• Z2025-009: Specific Use Permit for a short‑term rental on 0.1237‑acre at 1827 Mystic Street (PD‑19).

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review the February 4, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss several community art projects, including the Harbor and Emerald Bay installations. The commission will consider wording for the Harbor project’s back side and QR site, and the final stages of the Emerald Bay frame at Harry Myers. It will note that the Fox Chase frame will not move forward due to community feedback. The meeting will also explore potential future projects such as downtown sidewalk art, murals, and metal/wire installations after I‑30 construction.

• Review and act on February 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss verbiage and QR site for Harbor #PictureThisRockwall
• Review final stages of Emerald Bay frame at Harry Myers and consider magnets or stickers
• Confirm Fox Chase frame will not proceed due to community feedback
• Discuss potential future downtown art projects (sidewalk art, murals, metal/wire pieces) pending I‑30 construction

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss the preliminary and master plats for the Juniper Subdivision. The board is reviewing the size and location of proposed public parkland and associated equipment fees.

• P2025-004: Preliminary plat for Juniper Subdivision Phases 1 & 2 (366 lots) including a 22.118-acre public park
• P2025-005: Master plat for Juniper Subdivision (870 lots) located at S Goliad Street and John King Blvd
• Proposed pro-rata equipment fees of $215,822.88 for Phases 1 & 2
• Review of February 4, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss several land development requests, including replats and a zoning change. The body will also hear recommendations from the City Charter Review Commission and the City Attorney.

• Zoning change for a 47.37-acre tract at the northeast corner of Corporate Crossing and SH-276
• Specific Use Permit for a retail store and restaurant at 907 N. Goliad Street
• Final Plat for a 5.874-acre tract at 1760 Airport Road
• Updated fee schedule for municipal airport facilities
• Updated Cash-Lieu of Land and Pro-Rata Equipment Fees for park land dedication

Architectural Review Board

The Rockwall Architectural Review Board will discuss and consider six site‑plan requests. The proposals include an amended plan for a minor automotive repair shop at 693 E. IH‑30 and new office buildings at 407 W. Washington St., 409 W. Washington St., 401 W. Rusk St., and 1407‑1409 S. Goliad St. All parcels are within commercial, downtown, or planned‑development districts and are subject to various overlay districts.

• SP2025-002 – Amended site plan for a Minor Automotive Repair facility at 693 E. IH‑30 (Commercial C District, IH‑30 Overlay)
• SP2025-003 – Site plan for an Office Building at 407 W. Washington St. (Downtown DT District, SH‑66 Overlay)
• SP2025-004 – Site plan for an Office Building at 409 W. Washington St. (Downtown DT District, SH‑66 Overlay)
• SP2025-005 – Site plan for a Restaurant (2,000 SF+) at southeast corner of IH‑30 Frontage Rd. and Sunset Ridge Dr. (Planned Development PD‑32, IH‑30 Overlay)
• SP2025-007 – Amended site plan for a General Retail Building at 1407‑1409 S. Goliad St. (Commercial C District, SH‑205 Overlay)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider several site plans for restaurants and office buildings, as well as replats and final plats. The body will also discuss future public hearings regarding zoning changes for residential and retail developments.

• Amended site plan for a restaurant at 309 E. IH-30
• Replat for 67.476-acre tract at E. IH-30 Frontage Road and Stodghill Road
• Final plat for 5.874-acre tract at 1760 Airport Road
• Variance for overhead utilities along SH-276 and Corporate Crossing
• Proposed zoning change for 98.40-acre tract to Single-Family 10 district

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board meeting on Feb. 20, 2025 will approve the minutes from its Nov. 21, 2024 meeting. It will conduct public hearings on multiple historic‑preservation requests, including Certificates of Appropriateness for a fence at 310 S. Fannin St, an addition at 603 E. Rusk St, and roof work at 505 Williams St. The board will also consider a small matching grant and building‑permit fee waivers for the same properties and hear an update from the Historic Preservation Officer.

• Approve minutes for the Nov. 21, 2024 HPAB meeting (consent agenda).
• Public hearing: COA for a fence at 310 S. Fannin St (H2025-002).
• Public hearing: COA for an addition at 603 E. Rusk St (H2025-003).
• Public hearing: Small matching grant for the addition at 603 E. Rusk St (H2025-004).
• Public hearing: Building permit fee waiver for the addition at 603 E. Rusk St (H2025-005).

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will hold an executive session to discuss a nomination for a vacant seat on the Rockwall Central Appraisal District board, reappointments to city boards, and possible legal action for unpaid taxes. In the public session, the council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including a $2,879,771.00 construction contract for the SH 276 Utility Relocation Project, a $134,970.50 vehicle purchase, and funding of two $60,000 projects from hotel occupancy taxes. Two public‑hearing items will be presented: a Specific Use Permit for a retail store and restaurant at 907 N. Goliad Street, and a zoning change for a 47.37‑acre commercial tract near Corporate Crossing and SH‑276.

• Executive session: discussion of nomination for a vacant Rockwall Central Appraisal District board seat
• Consent agenda: approve construction contract with J&L Construction for SH 276 Utility Relocation Project, $2,879,771.00 (2024 Water and Sewer Bonds)
• Consent agenda: award bid to Lake Country Chevrolet for 2 vehicles, total $134,970.50 (Streets Operating Budget)
• Public hearing: ordinance for Specific Use Permit for General Retail Store and Limited Service Restaurant on 0.1617‑acre parcel at 907 N. Goliad Street (PD‑50)
• Public hearing: ordinance for zoning change amending Planned Development District 46 for a 47.37‑acre commercial tract near Corporate Crossing and SH‑276

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three development cases, including a zoning change for a 47.37‑acre commercial tract at Corporate Crossing and SH‑276. Commissioners will also consider a specific‑use permit for a general retail store and limited‑service restaurant at 907 N. Goliad Street, and an amended site plan for a mini‑warehouse on the Cambridge Estates addition. In the Action Items section, the commission will discuss an amended site plan for the mini‑warehouse facility. Discussion items will review recent approvals from the City Council, such as the amendment to Planned Development District 50 and a specific‑use permit at 178 Lynne Drive.

• Z2025-003: Zoning change request for a 47.37‑acre tract at the northeast corner of Corporate Crossing and SH‑276 (PD‑46 to commercial).
• Z2025-002: Specific Use Permit for a general retail store and limited‑service restaurant on 0.1617 acre at 907 N. Goliad Street (PD‑50, North Goliad Corridor Overlay).
• Z2025-001: Amended Site Plan for a mini‑warehouse on 3.682 acre at 1689 & 1705 John King Boulevard and 1711 SH‑276 (PD‑10, SH‑205 By‑Pass and SH‑276 Overlays).
• Z2024-062: Amendment to Planned Development District 50 (second reading approved).
• Z2024-064: Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 178 Lynne Drive (second reading approved).

General

The Rockwall Charter Review Commission will consider approving the minutes from its January 23, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will discuss recommendations for possible amendments to the City’s charter. The commission will also set future meeting dates and times.

• Approve minutes from the Jan. 23, 2025 Charter Review Commission meeting
• Discuss recommendations for possible amendments to the City’s charter
• Determine future meeting dates and times

ART Commission

The Art Commission will review updates for #PictureThisRockwall groups at Harbor, Emerald Bay, and Fox Chase. Members will discuss potential new projects, including downtown sidewalk art and murals. The commission will also consider metal art installations following I-30 construction.

• Discussion of sidewalk art and murals in Downtown and Ted Cains Corner Park
• Review of metal/wire art pieces (horse, train, boat, heron, fish) for post-I-30 construction
• Construction updates and community feedback for Emerald Bay #PictureThisRockwall
• Verbiage instructions and location updates for Harbor #PictureThisRockwall
• Approval of January 14, 2025 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will discuss and consider the Park Land Dedication Ordinance. Other agenda items include reviewing the December 2024 monthly report and planning dates for board tour sites.

• Discussion and consideration of the Park Land Dedication Ordinance
• Review of December 2024 Monthly Report
• Discussion of Park Board tour sites and dates
• Approval of January 7, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will consider approving zoning changes for a church and residential infill, as well as setting airport facility rates. The council will also hold public hearings on right-of-way abandonments and call a May 3, 2025, general election.

• Z2024-062: Zoning change for House of Worship on 21.467-acre tract
• Z2024-064: Specific Use Permit for Residential Infill at 178 Lynne Drive
• Airport facility rate resolution
• May 3, 2025, General Election call
• Public hearings on right-of-way abandonments

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a replat for Lot 12, Block A in The Meadows Addition and a final plat for Lots 1‑4 in the Fox‑Harris Addition. It will discuss an amended site plan for a mini‑warehouse on Cambridge Estates. The commission will hold public hearings on three discretionary items: a planned eight‑townhome project in Harbor Hills, a specific use permit for a retail store and limited‑service restaurant on N. Goliad Street, and a zoning change for a 47.37‑acre commercial district.

• P2025-001 – Replat for Lot 12, Block A, The Meadows Addition (0.306‑acre Greenbelt & Utility Easement) near Hail Drive
• P2025-002 – Final Plat for Lots 1‑4, Block A, Fox‑Harris Addition (1.124‑acre) at 205 & 209 S. Clark Street and 206 & 210 Wade Drive
• SP2025-001 – Amended Site Plan for a mini‑warehouse on 1689 & 1705 John King Boulevard (3.682‑acre) in Cambridge Estates
• Z2025-001 – Public hearing on a PD Development Plan for eight townhomes on 0.87‑acre Lot 3, Block A, Harbor Hills Addition (PD‑32)
• Z2025-002 – Public hearing on a Specific Use Permit for a general retail store and limited‑service restaurant on 0.1617‑acre Lot 1, Block 1, Henry Addition (907 N. Goliad Street, PD‑50)

General

The Rockwall Charter Review Commission will consider approving the minutes from its December 5, 2024 meeting. It will vote to ratify the appointment of Kevin Fowler as Chair and John Hohenshelt as Vice Chair. The commission will also discuss recommendations for possible amendments to the city charter and set future meeting dates and times.

• Approve minutes from the December 5, 2024 Charter Review Commission meeting
• Ratify selection of Kevin Fowler as Chair of the Charter Review Commission
• Ratify selection of John Hohenshelt as Vice Chair of the Charter Review Commission
• Discuss recommendations regarding possible amendments to the City’s charter
• Discuss future meeting dates and times

Main Street Advisory Board

The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board will review meeting minutes, discuss the Transformation Strategy, and review the 2024 and 2025 event calendar. The board will also discuss setting a date for a downtown walking tour.

• Review and approve December 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss and adopt objectives for the Transformation Strategy
• Review Texas Main Street Program Quarter 4 report
• Review 2024 and 2025 downtown event calendar
• Discuss and set a date for a downtown walking tour

City Council

The Rockwall City Council will vote on a one‑year renewal of a contract with SLM Landscaping for $676,651.04, funded by the Parks Operations budget. The meeting also includes an executive‑session discussion of a possible grant for municipal park improvements and reappointments to city boards and commissions. Three public‑hearing items will be considered, each proposing zoning changes or specific‑use permits.

• Approve $676,651.04 contract renewal with SLM Landscaping for 2025‑2026 park projects
• Approve one‑year contract with North Texas Baseball Association for Fall and Spring tournaments at Leon Tuttle Athletic Complex
• Public hearing Z2024‑061: zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for a 101.43‑acre tract south of North Country Lane
• Public hearing Z2024‑062: amend PD‑50 to add 0.2010‑acre parcel for a House of Worship use along N. Goliad Street
• Public hearing Z2024‑064: specific‑use permit for residential infill (0.1650‑acre) at 178 Lynne Drive

ART Commission

The Rockwall Art Commission will review the December 3, 2024 meeting minutes and recap the #PictureThisRockwall project updates. Members will receive a marketing and communications update from Committee Member Chris Kingsley. The commission will discuss several downtown art ideas, including seasonal vinyl sidewalk installations, mural concepts, and metal/wire sculptures, some of which may require TxDOT approval.

• Review and act on December 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Recap #PictureThisRockwall updates: Harbor verbiage/QR, Emerald Bay frame improvements, Fox Chase frame installation, possible foot‑marking
• Marketing and Communications update from Committee Member Chris Kingsley
• Discuss downtown art ideas: seasonal vinyl sidewalk art, mural concepts for walls, sidewalks, and Ted Cains Corner Park
• Consider metal/wire art pieces (horse, train, boat, heron, fish) possibly under large flag after I‑30 construction, pending TxDOT confirmation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review plat approvals for the Southside Hills Subdivision and hold public hearings on three zoning and permit requests. The body will also consider a fence standard exception and review recent City Council outcomes.

• Preliminary and Master Plat for Southside Hills Subdivision (384 single-family lots on 262.94 acres)
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for 101.43 acres on North Country Lane
• Zoning change for PD-50 to allow House of Worship land use via Specific Use Permit
• Specific Use Permit for residential infill at 178 Lynne Drive
• Fence standard exception request for 214 Lakeview Drive

Parks & Recreation Board

The Rockwall Parks & Recreation Board will review and act on the minutes from its December 3, 2024 meeting. It will discuss and consider approval of a preliminary plat for the Southside Hills Subdivision, a 384‑lot, 262.94‑acre development on the east side of SH‑205 south of FM‑549, with cash‑in‑lieu and equipment fees totaling $731,662.08. The board will also discuss and consider approval of a master plat for the same subdivision. The agenda includes informational updates on several park projects.

• Discuss and consider minutes from the December 3, 2024 Park Board meeting
• Approve preliminary plat (P2024‑042) for Southside Hills Subdivision – 384 single‑family lots, cash‑in‑lieu $378,105.60, equipment fee $353,556.48, total $731,662.08
• Approve master plat (P2024‑043) for Southside Hills Subdivision – 384 single‑family lots, same location and fees
• Update on Lofland Park historical elements (informational)
• Update on Harry Myers Kidzone Playground (informational)

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning requests, including a large-scale change for a 544.89-acre tract and a specific use permit for a retail store. The body will also consider an ordinance to revise municipal impact fee regulations.

• Zoning change for 544.89-acre tract at S. Goliad Street and John King Boulevard to Single-Family 10 and General Retail
• Zoning change for 1.47-acre tract at 205 Dial Lane from Agricultural to Single-Family 10
• Specific Use Permit for General Retail and Wholesale Showroom at 1915 Alpha Drive
• Specific Use Permit for a detached garage at 2348 Saddlebrook Lane
• Text amendment to Article III, Impact Fee Regulations, of Chapter 38, Subdivisions