Royse City public meetings in 2023

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider an appeal regarding the applicability and placement of minor modification language in the Liberty Crossing Planned Development Regulations. The board will also review minutes from its October 16, 2023 meeting and discuss scheduling future topics with city staff.

• Appeal of city decision on minor modification language in Liberty Crossing Planned Development Regulations
• Approval of October 16, 2023 ZBA meeting minutes
• Discussion with city staff on future meeting topics

Heritage Preservation Committee

The committee will review the November 8, 2023, meeting minutes. Members will also consider a proposed new fence at 214 Bell St and discuss future sub-committee meeting dates for Heritage Preservation Guidelines.

• Proposed new fence at 214 Bell St
• Heritage Preservation Guidelines sub-committee meeting dates
• City Staff update on heritage projects

Miscellaneous

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will meet to review the November 2, 2023, meeting minutes. The committee is also scheduled to consider and recommend proposed 2023 Roadway Impact Fees.

• Consideration and recommendation of the proposed 2023 Roadway Impact Fees

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for land along the I-30 Frontage Road between FM 2642 and CR 2648, plus a related capital improvement agreement. The council will also vote on several plats, a roadway impact fee hearing date, board appointments, and a street naming. Consent items include a fireworks purchase order, an interlocal road agreement with Collin County, and a development agreement.

• Zoning change from Agricultural (A) to Planned Development (PD) for 14 Hunt CAD parcels along I-30 Frontage Road between FM 2642 and CR 2648
• Capital Improvement Agreement for land along I-30 Frontage Road between FM 2642 and CR 2648
• Development Plat for Royse City Industrial Park Lot 7, 0.91 acres at 1303 Industrial Drive
• Final Plat for Lattimore Addition, Block A, Lots 1 and 2, 75.198 acres in Collin County
• Resolution setting public hearing date for Roadway Impact Fees

City Council

The Royse City City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss a development update, planning objectives, and direction to city staff on the types of projects to pursue. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to this discussion item.

• Discussion on development update and planning objectives
• Direction to city staff on types of projects to pursue

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving minutes from two prior meetings and take action on seven plat applications, including preliminary, final, and development plats for residential subdivisions in Royse City and its extraterritorial jurisdiction. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no public hearings or zoning changes listed.

• Creekside Phase 2B Preliminary Plat, 53.868 acres, John Davis Survey, Collin County
• Waterscape Phase 4 Preliminary Plat, 109.88 acres, Nancy McCasland Survey, Rockwall County ETJ
• Stone River Glen Phase 1 Final Plat, 61.329 acres, John W.F. Stone Survey, Rockwall County
• Verandah Phase 9 Final Plat, 59.609 acres, Joseph Prewitt Survey, Hunt County ETJ
• Camacho/Segura Addition Final Plat, 4.953 acres, Shelby County School Survey, Rockwall County ETJ

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Parks, Recreation & Arts Board will meet to discuss future park projects and upcoming events. The board will also welcome new and re-appointed members.

• Discussion of future park projects
• Planning for the December 9th Christmas Parade of Lights
• Appointment and re-appointment of board members
• Update on Christmas Tree sales at Old Jail Park
• Kraftsman resurfacing of the splash park

Main Street Advisory Board

The board will discuss upcoming events and potential trainings or workshops. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the cancellation of the January meeting.

• Approval of November 11, 2023, special called meeting minutes
• Discussion and update regarding upcoming events
• Discussion regarding board trainings and workshop
• Discussion and approval to cancel January meeting
• Committee action reports from Economic Development, Organization, Promotion, and Design

Miscellaneous

The Royse City Cultural Arts Advisory Board is meeting to review library and museum activities, discuss spring activity plans, review increases in some budget items, and consider the end-of-year report for FY 2023. The agenda is largely routine oversight and planning, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of minutes of prior meeting
• Children's Librarian with Events
• Library Statistics
• Museum Activity
• Five Year Plan Progress: Questionnaire

City Council

The Royse City City Council is holding a workshop to discuss development strategy, planning objectives, and direction for city staff on which types of projects to pursue. They will also discuss land use assumptions and the Capital Improvement Plan as they relate to a roadway impact fee update. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Discussion of development update and planning objectives
• Discussion of land use assumptions and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Roadway Impact Fee Update

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution for the 2023 Land Use Assumptions Table and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to be used in impact fee determinations. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, an interlocal agreement for PID assessment collection, and several professional services and purchase agreements. The council will also consider appointments to the Rockwall CAD Board, Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, and Cultural Arts Advisory Board, and will discuss a city manager update on development. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation and economic development negotiations, including a performance agreement for the extension of Mercantile Blvd.

• Public hearing and resolution on 2023 Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvement Plan for impact fees
• Interlocal agreement with Rockwall CAD for Liberty Crossing PID assessment collection
• Professional services agreements with Halff and Associates for on-call services and Task Order #1
• Purchase order to Pump Solutions, Inc. for replacement equipment at Pump Station #1
• Purchase order to Caldwell Country for a facility maintenance truck

Miscellaneous

The Royse City Cultural Arts Advisory Board is meeting to review prior minutes, hear from the Children's Librarian about events, and receive updates on library statistics and museum activity. They will also discuss progress on the Five Year Plan questionnaire, plans for spring activities, and expanding cultural arts planning within the library and museum. The meeting is largely informational and planning-focused, with no major decisions or contracts on the agenda.

• Review of minutes of prior meeting
• Children's Librarian with Events
• Library Statistics
• Museum Activity
• Five Year Plan Progress: Questionnaire

Heritage Preservation Committee

The Royse City Heritage Preservation Committee will meet to approve the October 11, 2023 meeting minutes and decide on a request from Blacke-Leigh Jackson for a new fence at 403 Howard St. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items.

• Consideration and action on request from Blacke-Leigh Jackson for a new fence at 403 Howard St
• Consideration and action on Regular Meeting Minutes from October 11, 2023

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The board will meet to discuss future park projects, events, and board applications. Members will also consider recommendations for board re-appointments to the City Council.

• Discussion of future park projects
• Discussion of future park events
• Recommendations to City Council regarding Park Board applications
• Recommendations to City Council regarding Park Board re-appointments
• Approval of meeting minutes from January, March, April, August, and September 2023

Main Street Advisory Board

The Royse City Main Street Board will meet to discuss member appointments and reappointments. The board will also receive updates on the Main Street Pumpkin Patch and upcoming holiday events.

• Appointments and reappointments of Main Street Board Members
• Update on Main Street Pumpkin Patch
• Planning for Christmas Tree Lighting
• Planning for Reindeer Run & Christmas Parade
• Committee reports from Economic Development, Organization, Promotion, and Design

Miscellaneous

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee is meeting to consider and recommend the 2023 Land Use Assumptions table and the 2023 Capital Improvements Plan, which are used in determining impact fees. The meeting is open to the public and may include closed sessions as permitted by law.

• Consideration of 2023 Land Use Assumptions table for Impact Fee determinations
• Consideration of 2023 Capital Improvements Plan

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an appeal of the Heritage Preservation Committee's denial of a proposed new build at 420 Church St. They will also hold a public hearing on a zone change from A to PD along I-30 Frontage Road between FM 2642 and CR 2648. Additionally, the commission will consider development plats for Royse City Industrial Park Lot 7, PTAA-SB Addition, and Lattimore Addition, along with approving the October 5th meeting minutes.

• Appeal of Heritage Preservation Committee denial for new build at 420 Church St.
• Zone change from A to PD along I-30 Frontage Road between FM 2642 and CR 2648 (multiple Hunt County parcels)
• Development plat for Royse City Industrial Park Lot 7, 1303 Industrial Drive, 0.91 acres
• Development plat for PTAA-SB Addition, 4.92 acres in William Love Survey
• Final plat for Lattimore Addition, Block A, Lots 1-2, 75.198 acres

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold public hearings and consider several significant items, including the voluntary annexation of 44.27 acres along CR 940, creation of the Clearview Ranch Public Improvement District (PID) covering about 560 acres, and awarding a construction contract for the Sabine Creek Parallel Trunk Sewer. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, a monthly financial report, and purchase orders for a fire truck, police cameras, and other equipment. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and a citizens participation period.

• Public hearing and ordinance on annexation of 44.270 acres, Collin CAD ID 1287011, along CR 940
• Public hearing and resolution to create Clearview Ranch PID (approx. 560.213 acres) for public improvements
• Award construction contract for Sabine Creek Parallel Trunk Sewer to WillCo Underground
• Purchase order to Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists for a 100' ladder truck
• Contract with Motorola Solutions for police in-car and body cameras

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to consider appointing a new member to fill an open seat, elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary, and discuss new regulations with city staff. The agenda is mostly administrative, with no public hearings on specific zoning cases.

• Appointment to open Zoning Board of Adjustment seat
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Discussion with city staff on new regulations and laws
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Board will hold discussions regarding future park projects and upcoming events. Members will also discuss recommendations for the Parks Board and receive a staff update.

• Discussion concerning future Park projects
• Discussion concerning future Events
• Discussion concerning recommendations to the Parks Board
• Staff update
• Approval of September 13, 2023 minutes

Heritage Preservation Committee

The committee will consider an application for an ADA access ramp at 501 S Elm St. Members will also discuss and take action on appointing a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for an ADA access ramp at 501 S Elm St
• Appointment of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of September 27, 2023, Special Meeting Minutes

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances related to the Liberty Crossing Public Improvement District, including approving a service and assessment plan and issuing up to $4.5 million in special assessment revenue bonds. The council will also vote on zoning changes, amendments to heritage preservation guidelines and zoning ordinances, repealing a curfew ordinance, and setting a public hearing on impact fees. Consent agenda items include approving minutes, purchasing police vehicles, and authorizing payments for sewer line relocation and concrete repairs.

• Public hearing and ordinance to approve Liberty Crossing PID assessment roll and levy special assessments
• Ordinance authorizing $4.5M Special Assessment Revenue Bonds (Series 2023) for Liberty Crossing PID
• Zoning change from PD to PD at 1700 Erby Campbell
• Amendments to Heritage Preservation Design Guidelines and Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 14, Sections 1-13(B) and 6-3)
• Repeal of Ordinance No. 08-09-677 establishing curfew hours for minors

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two zone changes from Agricultural (A) to General Commercial (C-2) on tracts in the James May Survey, and the reinstatement of a preliminary plat for Stone River Glen Phase 1. The commission will also discuss City Charter attendance requirements and appoint officers. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and citizen participation.

• Zone change from A to C-2, A1297 James May Survey, Tract R1-8
• Zone change from A to C-2, A1297 James May Survey, Tract R1-7
• Reinstatement of Preliminary Plat for Stone River Glen Phase 1, John W. F. Stone Survey, Abstract No. 198
• Discussion on City Charter and attendance requirements
• Appointment of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary

Main Street Advisory Board

The Royse City Main Street Board met on October 4, 2023, at the Janet Nichol Municipal Center. The agenda consisted entirely of procedural items, including the approval of minutes from August and September, committee updates, and manager reports. No specific ordinances, contracts, or capital projects were listed for decision or discussion.

• Approval of minutes from the August 1, 2023 meeting
• Approval of minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting
• Committee action reports from Economic Development, Organization, Promotion, and Design
• Manager report by Paula Morris
• Chairperson report by Janet Nichol

Heritage Preservation Committee

The Royse City Heritage Preservation Committee will consider adopting rules and procedures, discuss the Heritage District and design guidelines, and receive training on City Charter and attendance requirements. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Consideration and action on adopting Rules and Procedures for the Heritage Preservation Committee
• Discussion of Heritage District and Heritage Design Guidelines
• Discussion and training on City Charter and committee attendance requirements
• Approval of August 9, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold public hearings on the 2023 Waterscape Public Improvement District service plan and a proposed Atmos Mid-Tex rate increase, then consider adopting ordinances related to both. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, financial reports, contracts with Meals on Wheels, and interlocal agreements for fire and dispatch services. Under business items, the council will vote on preliminary plats for Waterscape Phase 4, Clearview Ranch South and North Phase 1, and a development plat for Provident 30 Addition Revised, among other items.

• Public hearing and ordinance on 2023 Atmos Mid-Tex rate increase settlement
• Public hearing and ordinances adopting 2023 Waterscape PID service plan updates and 2023-2024 installments
• Preliminary plat for Waterscape Phase 4 (109.88 acres)
• Preliminary plats for Clearview Ranch South Phase 1 (36.294 acres) and North Phase 1 (49.67 acres)
• Contracts with Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County for home-delivered and senior center meals

Miscellaneous

The Royse City Cultural Arts Advisory Board is meeting to review minutes, library statistics, museum updates, and progress on the Five Year Plan. They will discuss fall activities, the FY 2024 budget, board attendance, and recommendations for board appointments. The meeting is open to the public with time for citizen comments.

• Discussion of FY 2024 budget
• Review of Five Year Plan progress
• Recommendations for board appointments
• Plans for fall activities
• Board attendance review

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request by Adam Bruneau on behalf of David Weekley Homes for 6003 Poolside Way. The request seeks to reduce the street side setback for residential lot fencing from 20 feet to 15 feet under Ordinance 19-12-1352 Section 13. The board will also consider approval of the August 21, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss future agenda topics.

• Variance request for 6003 Poolside Way to reduce street side fence setback from 20 to 15 feet
• Consideration of August 21, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of future agenda items

Heritage Preservation Committee

The Royse City Heritage Preservation Committee is meeting to consider adopting formal rules and procedures for the committee, and to discuss the Heritage District and Heritage Design Guidelines. The agenda also includes approval of the August 9, 2023 meeting minutes. No specific dollar amounts or project names are mentioned beyond the general Heritage District discussion.

• Consideration and action on adopting Rules and Procedures for the Heritage Preservation Committee
• Discussion of the Heritage District and Heritage Design Guidelines
• Consideration and action on August 9, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY 2023-2024 budget, a tax rate of $0.5840 per $100 valuation, and an ordinance authorizing up to $42.5 million in certificates of obligation for city facilities, streets, and water/sewer improvements. The agenda also includes consent items for professional services agreements, playground and splash park purchases, and several land-use items including a final plat, annexation hearing, and a PID petition.

• Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 budget and proposed tax rate of $0.5840 per $100
• Ordinance authorizing up to $42,500,000 in Combination Tax and Limited Surplus Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2023
• Final Plat of Liberty Crossing Phase 1 (47.654 acres)
• Resolution setting public hearing on annexation of 44.270 acres along CR 940
• Resolution accepting PID petition for Clearview Ranch and calling October 24, 2023 hearing

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on multiple zone changes, preliminary plats, and amendments to the Heritage Preservation Design Guidelines and Zoning Code. The commission will also consider extending a preliminary plat for Mercer Meadows and appointing four commissioners.

• Public hearings and actions on zone changes from Agricultural (A) to General Commercial (C-2) at A1297 James May Survey, Tracts R1-8 and R1-7
• Public hearing and action on zone change from PD to PD at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd
• Public hearings and actions on amendments to Heritage Preservation Design Guidelines and Zoning Code Ch 14, Articles 1-13(B) and 6-3
• Consideration of preliminary plats: Waterscape Phase 4 (109.88 acres), Clearview Ranch Phase 1 South (36.294 acres) and North (49.67 acres)
• Consideration of development plat for Provident 30 Addition, Lot 1R, Block A, 1240 Erby Campbell Blvd (1.73 acres)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Royse City Main Street Advisory Board is holding a regular called meeting to discuss and approve the minutes from the August 1 meeting, hear citizen comments, and receive updates on the upcoming car show, other events, and a promotional video. Committee reports from economic development, organization, promotion, and design will be given, along with reports from the manager and chairperson.

• Approval of minutes from Aug 1, 2023 meeting
• Discussion and update on Car Show
• Discussion and update on upcoming events
• Discussion and update on Promotional Video
• Committee action reports (economic development, organization, promotion, design)

City Council

City Council authorized a contract for the Senior Center remodel and approved a preliminary plat for a new residential development. The council also advanced financing and assessment plans for the Liberty Crossing Public Improvement District.

• Approved Job Order Contract with Core Construction for Senior Center remodel not to exceed $550,000 (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Bearpen Creek Phase 1 for 194 townhome and 172 single-family lots (7-0)
• Approved Interlocal Automatic/Mutual Aid Agreement with Union Valley Fire Department (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for Liberty Crossing PID authorized improvements and set public hearing for Oct 10, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Limited Offering Memorandum for Liberty Crossing PID revenue bonds (7-0)
• Approved July 2023 Monthly Revenue and Expenditure Report (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 Special and Regular meetings (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to take action regarding personnel evaluations discussed in Executive Session (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider three property-related requests: a special exception for an accessory building, and two variances for reduced setbacks. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its June 20, 2023 meeting and discuss future agenda topics.

• Special exception request by Keith McElroy at 4580 Pine Ridge Ln for accessory building up to 1,050 sq ft
• Variance request by Joe Gomez at 3265 Baehr Dr to reduce rear setback from 20 ft to 8 ft
• Variance request by Tyler Alley at 720 W-I30 to reduce C-2 street side yard setback from 15 ft to 3 ft
• Consideration of minutes from June 20, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance for a Special Use Permit for a tattoo parlor/studio at 509 S. Elm Street. The council will also consider an interlocal agreement with Wylie for jail services, a resolution designating the rabies control authority, and the city's official newspaper designation. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes, a change order with Core Construction, and engaging FORV/S for the FY2023 audit. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation regarding Bahamas Laguna Azure, LLC.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Special Use Permit for tattoo parlor/studio at 509 S. Elm Street
• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of Wylie for Municipal Jail Services
• Resolution designating Official Local Rabies Control Authority
• Continuation with Royse City Herald Banner or bid for Official Newspaper
• Engage FORV/S for audit for fiscal year ending September 30, 2023

City Council authorized a municipal jail services agreement with the City of Wylie to address a Municipal Court backlog. The council also approved a special use permit for a tattoo studio and designated a local rabies control authority.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Tattoo Parlor/Studio at 509 S. Elm Street (6-0)
• Authorized Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of Wylie for Municipal Jail Services at $125 per night per prisoner (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution designating Jaclyn Whalley as Official Local Rabies Control Authority (6-0)
• Approved continuation of The Royse City Herald Banner as the City’s Official Newspaper (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 24 and July 25, 2023 meetings (6-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign Change Order to Core Construction (6-0)
• Authorized City Manager to engage FORV/S for fiscal year 2023 audit (6-0)
• Directed City Attorney to take necessary actions regarding claims from Bahamas Laguna Azure, LLC and related entities (6-0)

City Council

The Royse City City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed 2023-2024 budget, consider approving a maximum tax rate for 2023 for public notice, and set dates for public hearings on the tax rate and budget. No final budget adoption is scheduled; this is a preliminary step.

• Presentation and discussion of the 2023-2024 proposed budget
• Consideration of a proposed maximum tax rate for 2023
• Setting dates and times for tax rate and budget public hearings

City Council approved a proposed maximum tax rate of $0.5840 for public notice requirements, representing a 3.6% decrease from the current rate. The council also scheduled public hearings for the budget and tax rate.

• Approved proposed maximum Tax Rate for 2023 at $0.5840 (6-0)
• Set Tax Rate and Budget Public Hearings for September 12, 2023 at 7 pm (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 3, 2023, to consider a zone change, a final plat for Liberty Crossing Phase 1, a preliminary plat for Waterscape Phase 4, and receive a city planner update. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and discussion of future agenda items.

• Zone change from PD to PD at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd
• Final Plat, Liberty Crossing Phase 1 (47.654 acres, William Love and James Thompson Surveys)
• Preliminary Plat, Waterscape Phase 4 (109.88 acres, Nancy McCasland Survey)
• Minutes for May 4 and July 6, 2023 meetings

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Royse City Parks, Recreation & Arts Board is holding a regular meeting with discussion items on future park projects, future events, and a staff update. The board will also consider scheduling topics for future meetings and approve minutes from July 12, 2023. No formal votes are listed on specific projects or contracts.

• Discussion on future park projects
• Discussion on future events
• Staff update
• Consider scheduling topics for future board meetings
• Approve minutes from July 12, 2023

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 25, 2023, to consider several development-related items, including amendments to a development agreement, a reimbursement agreement, a capital improvement agreement, and multiple plats. The council will also vote on ordinances for public improvement district assessments and a resolution to publish notice of intent to issue certificates of obligation. The agenda includes a consent agenda with routine items and an executive session for legal consultation.

• Amendment to Development Agreement with Towne Signature Developers, LLC (Mercer Meadows)
• Reimbursement Agreement for Liberty Crossing PID
• Capital Improvement Agreement with SEC ERBY & I-30 LP (Provident 30 Addition)
• Final Plat of Provident 30 Addition, Lots 2R and 3R3 (7.336 acres)
• Resolution to publish notice of intent to issue Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation

City Council approved several public improvement district updates, a $188,000 waterline change order for Mercer Meadows, and a CDC incentive for the Provident 30 Addition. The council also approved a resolution to issue Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation.

• Approved 2023 Annual Service Plan Updates for Creekshaw, Creekside, Parkside Village, and Union Square PIDs (7-0)
• Approved $188,000 change order for waterline location at Mercer Meadows (7-0)
• Approved Liberty Crossing PID Reimbursement Agreement subject to final edits (7-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Agreement with SEC ERBY & I-30 LP for Provident 30 Addition (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Provident 30 Addition, Lots 2R and 3R3, Block A (7-0)
• Approved CDC Incentive Request for Provident 30 Addition paving improvements up to $300,000 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution to issue Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Creekside Phase 2A (6-1)

City Council

The Royse City City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss an overview of the 2023-2024 budget and related matters. No formal action is scheduled; the agenda includes only this discussion item along with standard procedural items.

• Discussion of 2023-2024 budget overview

City Council reviewed a list of budget requests for the 2023-2024 period. Council members will submit their funding priorities by the end of the week.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is holding a regular meeting with discussions on future park projects, upcoming events, and a staff update. The board will also consider scheduling topics for future meetings and approve the minutes from the June 7th meeting. No formal votes are scheduled except for the minutes approval and potential direction on future agenda items.

• Discussion on future park projects
• Discussion on future events
• Staff update
• Consider scheduling topics for future board meetings
• Approve minutes from June 7, 2023

City Council

The Royse City Council will vote on routine consent items including approving minutes, renewing medical insurance for 2024, and accepting a preliminary 2023 service plan update for the Waterscape Public Improvement District. Under business, they will consider authorizing an expenditure for a wastewater easement for the Sabine Creek Parallel Wastewater Line and discuss a City Manager update on development. The council will also enter executive session to consult with the city attorney regarding opposition to a TPDES/WWTP permit for Hunt County MUD No. 4, with possible action afterward.

• Approve Medical Insurance Renewal for Plan Year 2024
• Resolution accepting Preliminary 2023 Annual Service Plan Update for Waterscape PID, calling public hearing on levy and assessment
• Consider authorizing expenditure for wastewater easement for Sabine Creek Parallel Wastewater Line
• Executive session: discussion with City Attorney regarding opposition to TPDES/WWTP Permit for Hunt County MUD No. 4
• Future agenda items: scheduling topics for discussion

City Council approved a wastewater easement for the Sabine Creek Parallel Wastewater Line and authorized the City Attorney to oppose a permit application for Hunt County MUD No. 4. The council also approved the 2024 medical insurance renewal and a service plan update for the Waterscape PID.

• Approved Consent Agenda including June 27, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Medical Insurance Renewal for Plan Year 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution for Waterscape PID 2023 Annual Service Plan Update (6-0)
• Authorized $25,066 expenditure for Sabine Creek Parallel Wastewater Line easement (6-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to oppose Hunt County MUD No. 4 permit application (6-0)

Main Street Advisory Board

The Royse City Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular called meeting to approve minutes from May 2, 2023, hear citizen comments, and receive updates on upcoming events. Committee action reports will be given by members on economic development, organization, promotion, and design. The manager and chairperson will also provide reports.

• Approval of minutes for May 2, 2023 meeting
• Citizens to be heard (2 minutes per person, no action or discussion)
• Discussion and update on upcoming events
• Committee reports: Economic Development (Charles Houk), Organization (Hollen Mohler), Promotion (Mary Johnson), Design (Candace Middleton)
• Manager report by Paula Morris and Chairperson report by Janet Nichol

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a planned development zone change at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd and a specific use permit for a tattoo parlor/studio at 509 S Elm Dr, then consider action on both. The commission will also review several preliminary, minor, final, and development plats for residential and industrial projects, plus approve meeting minutes from June 1 and June 5, 2023.

• Public hearing: Zone change from PD to PD at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd
• Public hearing: Specific Use Permit for tattoo parlor/studio at 509 S Elm Dr
• Preliminary plat extension: Fikes Farm Phase 1, 51.456 acres
• Preliminary plat: Bearpen Creek Phase 1, 89.252 acres
• Final plat: Provident 30 Addition replat, 7.336 acres

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold public hearings on three land-use items: a zoning change at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd, a specific use permit for a tattoo parlor at 509 S Elm Dr, and a specific use permit for a portable rock crusher at 2200 E County Line Rd. The council will also consider consent agenda items including a final plat for Verandah Phase 7, a resolution for a Collin County parks grant application, and a purchase order for lift station repair. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal matters and economic development incentives for a restaurant and downtown patio.

• Public hearing: Zoning change from PD to PD at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd
• Public hearing: Specific Use Permit for tattoo parlor/studio at 509 S Elm Dr
• Public hearing: Specific Use Permit for portable rock crusher at 2200 E County Line Rd
• Consent: Final Plat of Verandah Phase 7 (40.196 acres, Hunt County)
• Consent: Resolution to apply to Collin County Parks and Open Space Program for City Lake Park improvements

City Council approved two reimbursement grants for a restaurant at 103 E. Main Street and funding for a downtown patio project. The council also approved a specific use permit for a portable rock crusher and a final plat for Verandah Phase 7.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for Portable Rock Crusher at 2200 E County Line Rd (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Verandah Phase 7 (7-0)
• Approved reimbursement grant up to $50,000 for flooring, vent hood, and cooler at 103 E. Main Street (7-0)
• Approved reimbursement grant up to $50,000 for furniture, fixtures, and equipment for Texas Café Diner at 103 E Main Street (7-0)
• Approved up to $23,000 for engineering plans for downtown patio project (7-0)
• Approved application to Collin County Parks and Open Space Project Funding for City Lake Park (7-0)
• Approved purchase order to Pump Solutions, Inc for lift station repair (7-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes and May 2023 Revenue & Expenditure Report (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to nominate and vote for a Vice Chairman and consider a request for a special exception to allow an accessory building up to 1,050 sq. ft. at 5489 Twin Pines Lane. The board will also approve minutes from five prior meetings. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a public hearing.

• Vote for Vice Chairman of the Zoning Board of Adjustment
• Special exception request by Jeff Guckenburg for accessory building at 5489 Twin Pines Lane (max 1,050 sq. ft.)
• Approval of minutes from Nov 21, 2022; Jan 17, Feb 20, Mar 20, May 15, 2023 meetings

Heritage Preservation Committee

The Heritage Preservation Committee will elect officers and decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new home at 420 E Church St. They will also discuss design guidelines and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Vote for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Certificate of Appropriateness for new build at 420 E Church St.
• Discussion of Heritage District Design Guidelines
• Approval of February 9, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

City Council authorized a professional engineering services agreement for Elevated Storage Tank #2. The council also appointed a member to the Heritage Preservation Committee and updated the employment status of the Municipal Judge.

• Approved engineering agreement with Birkhoff Hendricks & Carter, LLP for Elevated Storage Tank #2 not to exceed $655,427 (6-0)
• Appointed Mary Johnson to the Heritage Preservation Committee for a term ending June 30, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved Municipal Judge as an exempt part-time employee for 20 hours a week (6-0)
• Authorized purchase orders to EM Construction and Texas Materials Group for street maintenance (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 23, 2023 Regular Meeting (6-0)

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Royse City Parks & Recreation Board is holding a regular meeting with discussion items on future park projects, park events, park signage, and a staff update. The board will also consider future agenda topics and approve minutes from its April 5 and May 23 meetings. No votes are scheduled on the main discussion items.

• Discussion on future park projects
• Discussion on park events
• Discussion on park signage
• Staff update
• Approve minutes from April 5 and May 23, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on three land-use requests: a zone change at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd, a specific use permit for a tattoo parlor/studio at 509 S Elm Dr, and a specific use permit for a portable rock crusher at 2200 E County Line Rd. The commission will also vote on extending a preliminary plat for Verandah Phase 7 and on appointing Mary Johnson to the Heritage Preservation Committee.

• Public hearing and action on zone change from PD to PD at 1700 Erby Campbell Blvd
• Public hearing and action on specific use permit for tattoo parlor/studio at 509 S Elm Dr
• Public hearing and action on specific use permit for portable rock crusher at 2200 E County Line Rd
• Extension request for preliminary plat of Verandah Phase 7 (40.196 acres, Hunt County ETJ)
• Appointment of Mary Johnson to Heritage Preservation Committee

City Council

The Royse City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to amend the zoning code, including adding definitions and conditions for residential and commercial battery energy storage systems, and changing public hearing notice and off-street parking exemption rules. The council will also vote on a construction contract with WM Miller Construction Co., Inc., approve development plats for Dean Industrial Park Lot 18 and Hunt Regional Medical Center Block 1 Lot 1, and reappoint four members to the Heritage Preservation Committee. Consent agenda items include approving April 2023 financial reports and switching a police car outfitting purchase order to MAL Technologies Fleet.

• Public hearings on zoning amendments for battery energy storage systems, public hearing notice, and parking exemptions
• Contract award to WM Miller Construction Co., Inc. (amount not specified)
• Development plat for Dean Industrial Park Lot 18, Rockwall County
• Development plat for Hunt Regional Medical Center Block 1 Lot 1, Hunt County
• Reappointment of four Heritage Preservation Committee members (term July 2023–June 2026)

City Council approved a $1,183,665 contract for a south waterline loop and adopted zoning amendments regarding battery energy storage systems and parking exemptions. The council also approved two development plats and authorized funding for the Mercantile Blvd. extension design.

• Awarded $1,183,665 contract to WM Miller Construction Co., Inc. for Phase 1 south waterline loop (6-0)
• Approved development plats for Dean Industrial Park Lot 18 and Hunt Regional Medical Center Block 1, Lot 1 (6-0)
• Adopted zoning amendments adding definitions and regulations for Residential and Commercial Battery Energy Storage Systems (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment expanding Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements Exemptions in old town (6-0)
• Authorized CDC to design/engineer Phase 1 of Mercantile Blvd. extension, not to exceed $300,000 (6-0)
• Approved purchase order for MAL Technologies Fleet for police car outfitting (6-0)
• Reappointed Holly Wheatley, Micah Cupp, Ami Crouch, and David Hollifield to the Heritage Preservation Committee (6-0)
• Approved correction to Zoning Ordinance Section 1-13(C) regarding Planning & Zoning Commission (6-0)

Miscellaneous

The Cultural Arts Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business including reviewing prior minutes, library statistics, museum updates, and progress on the Five Year Plan. They will also discuss the city's current bylaws and plans for spring and summer activities. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review of current city bylaws
• Plans for Spring Activities
• Report on Summer Reading plans
• Library statistics and museum updates
• Five Year Plan progress

City Council

The Royse City City Council will consider authorizing the City Manager to execute an I-30 Supplemental Agreement with TxDOT, sign Change Order #3 for the I-30 Utility Relocation Project with Gomez Brothers Construction, Inc., and sign an agreement with Verandah regarding a Phase Exchange. The council will also discuss adding plats to the consent agenda and receive a City Manager update on development. The meeting includes proclamations, an oath of office for newly elected officials, and appointments for Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem.

• Authorize City Manager to execute I-30 Supplemental Agreement with TxDOT
• Authorize City Manager to sign Change Order #3 for I-30 Utility Relocation Project with Gomez Brothers Construction, Inc.
• Authorize City Manager to sign agreement with Verandah regarding Phase Exchange
• Discussion on adding plats to consent agenda
• Proclamations for 150th Anniversary of Rockwall County and National Police Week

City Council approved a change order increasing the I-30 Utility Relocation Project contract and authorized a supplemental agreement with TxDOT. The council also appointed the Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem and approved a reimbursement resolution for street projects to the CDC.

• Approved I-30 Utility Relocation Project Change Order #3, increasing contract from $1,961,102.00 to $2,104,882.00 (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute I-30 Supplemental Agreement with TxDOT (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Verandah regarding a Phase Exchange, subject to final staff approval (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Bradley as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Branch as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Approved adding plats to the consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement resolution for costs of street projects to the CDC (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 25, 2023 Regular Meeting (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider amendments to the zoning ordinance to add definitions and regulations for residential and commercial battery energy storage systems, as well as changes to public hearing procedures and off-street parking exemptions. The commission will also consider several development plats, including Verandah Phase 8, Dean Industrial Park, Hunt Regional Medical Center, and Smith Storage, plus reappointments to the Heritage Preservation Committee and a workshop on Capstone Court.

• Public hearings on zoning amendments for battery energy storage systems (residential and commercial), public hearing procedures, and parking exemptions
• Consideration of Preliminary Plat extension for Verandah Phase 8 (53.731 acres, Hunt County ETJ)
• Development Plat for Dean Industrial Park Block 1, Lot 18 (0.45 acres)
• Development Plat for Hunt Regional Medical Center Block 1, Lot 1
• Development Plat for Smith Storage Addition Block A, Lot 1 (8.395 acres)

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold public hearings and consider multiple zoning changes, site plans, and plats, including a 15.458-acre Agricultural to Planned Development change and the Bearpen Creek PD site plan. The business agenda includes votes on ordinances and resolutions for these projects, as well as capital improvement agreements with developers, a City Hall renovation contract award, and a board appointment. Consent items include meeting minutes and the March 2023 financial report.

• Zoning change from Agricultural (A) to Planned Development (PD) on 15.458 acres (James May and James Roads Surveys)
• Detailed Site Plan for Bearpen Creek PD (258.450 acres)
• Master Plat for Bearpen Creek Zone 1 (258.450 acres)
• Capital Improvement Agreement with Tri Stone Developers, LLC for Stone River Center
• Award of Architect and Construction Manager At-Risk contracts for City Hall Renovation

City Council approved several land development projects, including the Bearpen Creek Detailed Site Plan and Master Plat. The council also granted zoning changes and I-30 Corridor Overlay District compliance for various commercial properties.

• Appointed Russell Thomas to the Community Development Corporation Board (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for 15.458 acres (6-0)
• Approved I-30 Corridor Overlay District compliance for Hunt County Regional Hospital (6-0)
• Approved I-30 Corridor Overlay District compliance for Lawn Mower Shop Addition (6-0)
• Approved Detailed Site Plan and Master Plat for Bearpen Creek Zone 1 (6-0)
• Approved I-30 Corridor Overlay District compliance for Interstate 30 Equipment Sales (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Liberty Crossing Phase 2 contingent on Risk Shifting Agreement (6-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Agreement and Preliminary Plat for Stone River Center (6-0)

Heritage Preservation Committee

The Heritage Preservation Committee is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new roof at 520 S. Houston Street and to discuss updating the Design Guidelines for the Heritage District. The agenda includes only these two business items, with no other substantive actions listed.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for new roof at 520 S. Houston Street
• Discussion on updating Design Guidelines for Heritage District

City Council

The Royse City City Council will consider several business items, including a capital improvement agreement with 18th Street Development, a CDC incentive request from NexCore Group for a hospital/medical office building, and a master plat for Clearview Ranch. They will also discuss the I-30 project and receive a city manager update on development.

• Capital Improvement Agreement with 18th Street Development, LLC
• CDC Incentive Request by NexCore Group for inpatient hospital/medical office building on South I-30 Service Road
• Ordinance for Master Plat of Clearview Ranch (573.4 acres)
• Resolution appointing Blair Johnson to NTMWD Board (term June 1, 2023 - May 31, 2025)
• Contract with Union Pacific for utility line crossings

City Council approved a Capital Improvement Agreement and a $925,000 CDC cash grant incentive for NexCore Group to build an inpatient hospital and medical office building. The council also approved a master plat for Clearview Ranch and a utility line crossing contract with Union Pacific.

• Approved $925,000 CDC cash grant incentive for NexCore Group hospital project (7-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Agreement with 18th Street Development, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Master Plat for Clearview Ranch (7-0)
• Approved contract with Union Pacific regarding utility line crossings (7-0)
• Reappointed Blair Johnson to the North Texas Municipal Water District Board (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including March 28 minutes and mowing/litter contract extension (7-0)

Miscellaneous

The Cultural Arts Advisory Board is meeting to review minutes, hear from the library and museum director, and discuss plans for spring activities and summer reading programs. The agenda also includes library statistics, museum updates, and progress on the Five Year Plan.

• Review of prior meeting minutes
• Library and museum director's comments
• Library statistics report
• Discussion of spring activities and summer reading plans
• Five Year Plan progress update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a zoning change and detailed site plan for the 258.45-acre Bearpen Creek Planned Development, plus a master plat for the 574.76-acre Clearview Ranch. The consent agenda includes extensions for multiple Verandah and Creekshaw preliminary plats. The business agenda also covers several other plats, I-30 Corridor Overlay compliance checks, and discussions on battery storage definitions and zoning ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing: zoning change from Agricultural (A) to Planned Development (PD) for 15.458 acres in James May and James Roads surveys
• Public hearing: Detailed Site Plan for Bearpen Creek PD, 258.450 acres
• Consent: extensions for Verandah Phases 3A-1, 3E, 7, 8, 9 preliminary plats
• Consent: extensions for Creekshaw Phases 2, 3A, 3B, 1A, 1B plats
• Business: Master Plat for Clearview Ranch, 574.76 acres

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Parks, Recreation & Arts Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss upcoming 2023 park events, including a mattress/bed race, and new projects for the 2024 budget. The agenda also includes discussion on park signage and a staff update. No specific dollar amounts or binding votes are listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of 2023 Park Events, specifically a mattress/bed race
• Discussion of new projects for the 2024 budget
• Discussion of Park signage
• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2023

Main Street Advisory Board

The Royse City Main Street Advisory Board is holding a regular called meeting to discuss and approve the minutes from the previous meeting, receive updates on upcoming events, and hear reports from its committees and staff. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from the March 7, 2023 regular called meeting
• Citizens to be heard (2-minute limit, no action or discussion allowed)
• Committee reports: Economic Development (Charles Houk), Organization (Hollen Mohler), Promotion (Mary Johnson), Design (Candace Middleton)
• Manager report by Paula Morris
• Chairperson report by Janet Nichol

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold public hearings and consider several zoning changes, a specific use permit for a tobacco shop, and multiple development-related agreements and plats. They will also receive the annual financial report and discuss annexation and a public improvement district.

• Specific Use Permit for a Tobacco Shop at 213 South Elm Street, Suite 101
• Zoning change from Agricultural (A) to Multifamily-2 (MF2) east of FM 548, south of Starlight Lane, north of Elm Grove Road
• Capital Improvement Agreement with Reserve Capital - Royse City SPE, LLC for Lawn Mower Shop Addition
• Development Plat for River Bend Storage (5.062 acres)
• Resolution setting public hearing for annexation of 44.270 acres along CR 940

City Council denied a request to rezone 26.811 acres from agricultural to high-density multifamily use. The council approved several development plats and capital improvement agreements for commercial and residential projects, including the Clearview Ranch development.

• Denied zoning change from Agricultural (A) to Multifamily-2 (MF2) for 26.811 acres (7-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Agreement for Lawn Mower Shop Addition (7-0)
• Approved Development Plat for Lawn Mower Shop Addition (7-0)
• Approved Development Plat for River Bend Storage (7-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Agreement with $2 Land Development, LLC for Clearview Ranch (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from Agricultural (A) and Planned Development (PD) to Planned Development (PD) for Clearview Ranch (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including February 2023 Revenue & Expenditure Report (7-0)

City Council

The Royse City City Council is holding a special joint meeting with the Royse City ISD school board. The agenda includes a district report and discussion of Bond 2023, as well as updates on infrastructure, residential development, and commercial development. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Bond 2023 by Superintendent Kevin Worthy
• Infrastructure update
• Residential development discussion
• Commercial development discussion

The joint meeting consisted of presentations and updates; no formal votes or legislative actions were taken. Discussions focused on a proposed $863 million school bond, upcoming road closures, and commercial development projects.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on an appeal of a non-conforming building determination at 6006 W. Interstate 30. The board will also consider a special exception request for a 1,050-square-foot accessory building at 5465 Twin Pines Lane. Additionally, the board will discuss its own policies and procedures.

• Appeal of Non-Conforming Building Determination at 6006 W. Interstate 30
• Special Exception for Maximum Square Feet of Accessory Buildings (1,050 sq ft) at 5465 Twin Pines Lane
• Discussion of Zoning Board of Adjustment policies and procedures

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Royse City Parks, Recreation & Arts Board is holding a regular meeting with discussion items on 2023 park events, new projects, park updates, and a staff update. The board will also consider future agenda topics and approve minutes from February 1, 2023. No formal votes are listed except for the minutes approval and future agenda direction.

• Discussion on Park Events 2023
• Discussion on new projects
• Discussion on park updates
• Approve minutes from February 1, 2023
• Consider scheduling topics for future board meetings

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss Battery Source Storage and Wireless Communication Towers, along with any related matters. The commission will also approve minutes from several prior meetings. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion and workshop on Battery Source Storage
• Discussion and workshop on Wireless Communication Towers
• Approve minutes from Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1, 2022, Jan 5, Feb 9, Feb 24, Mar 2, 2023 meetings

City Council

The Royse City City Council will discuss whether to allow chickens in residential areas, consider a resolution amending the Thoroughfare Plan, and review a development plat for the Lawn Mower Shop Addition. The meeting also includes a presentation to a citizen and routine consent agenda items.

• Discussion on allowing chickens in residential areas
• Resolution amending the Royse City Thoroughfare Plan
• Development plat for Lawn Mower Shop Addition, 9.87 acres, James May Survey, Abstract No. 1297
• City Manager update on development
• American Red Cross certificate presentation to Liz Clifton

City Council approved a resolution to amend the Royse City Thoroughfare Plan, which includes new roads and creek crossings over Sabine Creek. The council also approved the minutes from February 28, 2023. A discussion on residential chickens was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved Resolution Amending the Royse City Thoroughfare Plan (6-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023 Special and Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Pulled discussion on allowing chickens in residential areas from agenda

Main Street Advisory Board

The Royse City Main Street Advisory Board will hold a regular called meeting to discuss and take action on a façade grant application for Bird Dog Property Group LLC/Mahaffy Insurance Agency at 106 E. Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from the February 7 meeting, receive updates on upcoming events, and hear committee and manager reports.

• Façade grant application for Bird Dog Property Group LLC/Mahaffy Insurance Agency at 106 E. Main Street
• Approval of minutes from February 7, 2023 regular called meeting
• Citizens to be heard (2-minute limit, no action or discussion)
• Committee reports: Economic Development, Organization, Promotion, Design
• Manager report by Paula Morris and Chairperson report by Janet Nichol

City Council

The Royse City City Council will discuss and potentially approve a development agreement and two re-plat ordinances for Linrock Estates and the Royse City Industrial Park, as well as an ordinance to cancel the May 2023 general election. They will also discuss the January 2023 revenue and expenditure report, allowing chickens in residential areas, and receive a City Manager update. The meeting includes an executive session for real property and personnel matters.

• Development Agreement for Linrock Estates along County Road 588 in ETJ
• Re-Plat ordinance for Linrock Estates Lots 71A and 71B (2.324 acres)
• Re-Plat ordinance for Lots 16 & 17 of Royse City Industrial Park (1.84 acres)
• Ordinance cancelling May 6, 2023 General Election
• Discussion on allowing chickens in residential areas

City Council

The Royse City City Council is holding a special meeting to take public testimony on a proposed increase in water, sewer, and garbage rates, followed by a vote on an ordinance to adopt the increase. The meeting includes standard procedural items like call to order, citizens participation, and a recess for the public hearing.

• Public hearing on water and sewer utility and garbage rates increase
• Ordinance approving increase in water and sewer utility and garbage rates

City Council approved an ordinance to increase water, sewer utility, and garbage rates. The decision follows a rate study by Willdan financial services to fund capital projects and accommodate North Texas Municipal Water District rate increases.

• Approved ordinance increasing water, sewer utility, and garbage rates (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting for a workshop to discuss its own rules and procedures. No votes, rezonings, or other substantive business items are on the agenda; the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Workshop on Planning and Zoning Commission rules and procedures

Miscellaneous

The Cultural Arts Advisory Board is meeting to review prior minutes, hear from the library and museum director, and discuss library statistics, museum matters, and progress on the five-year plan. The board will also plan spring activities, receive a storytime report, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is largely routine and informational, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Farewell to board member Michael Morris, Sr.
• Library statistics review
• Museum update
• Five Year Plan Progress discussion
• Plans for Spring Activities and Storytime News report

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a request for a variance from the Frost Farms Development Standards rear yard setback requirement. The property is Lot 30, Block B, addressed as 104 Lisa Lane, Royse City, Texas. The applicant seeks to encroach into the rear yard setback by 4 feet and 6 inches. The board may take action on the request after the hearing.

• Variance request to encroach 4 feet 6 inches into rear yard setback at 104 Lisa Lane
• Property: Frost Farms, Lot 30, Block B, 104 Lisa Lane, Royse City, TX 75189
• Variance from Royse City Ordinance 19-02-1311 (Frost Farms Development Standards)
• Public hearing and possible action on the variance request

City Council

City Council approved the annexation of 39.965 acres for a commercial mulch business and a construction materials testing contract for the new police station. The council also ordered the May 6, 2023, General Election and authorized the purchase of up to three land parcels in Rockwall County.

• Approved annexation of 39.965 acres at 11672 CR 800 (5-0)
• Approved contract with Henley-Johnston & Associates for police station materials testing, not to exceed $95,262 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance ordering the May 6, 2023 General Election (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to enter into purchase/sale contract for up to three parcels of land in Rockwall County (5-0)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a discussion and workshop on the Clearview Ranch project (formerly known as Kerala) and related matters. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion and workshop on Clearview Ranch (FKA Kerala)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 2, 2023, to consider and take action on three plats: a final plat for Linrock Estates Lots 71A and 71B, a replat of Lots 16 & 17 of the Royse City Industrial Park, and a development plat for the Lawn Mower Shop Addition. The commission will also receive an update from the City Planner and City Engineer. The meeting is open to the public.

• Final plat for Linrock Estates Lots 71A and 71B, 2.324 acres, in Royse City ETJ, Collin County
• Replat of Lots 16 & 17, Royse City Industrial Park, 1.84 acres, Collin County
• Development plat for Lawn Mower Shop Addition, 9.87 acres, Hunt County
• Development Services Update from City Planner and City Engineer

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to annex 177.432 acres in Rockwall County, located south of I-30 and west of Elm Grove Road. They will also consider a franchise agreement with Si Energy and receive a city manager update on development and N. Sorrells Road. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and the December 2022 financial report.

• Public hearing and ordinance to annex 177.432 acres (multiple tracts near Elm Grove Road and I-30)
• Franchise agreement with Si Energy
• City manager update on development and N. Sorrells Road
• Approval of December 2022 revenue and expenditure report
• Approval of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council approved a franchise agreement allowing Si Energy to provide natural gas services and build in new subdivisions. A proposed annexation of 177.432 acres was cancelled after the petitioner withdrew the request.

• Approved Franchise Agreement with Si Energy (6-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted December 2022 Monthly Revenue and Expenditure Report (6-0)
• Cancelled public hearing and action on 177.432-acre annexation due to petitioner withdrawal

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Royse City Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request for a property at 922 Joe Bailey St. The owner seeks a reduction of 344 square feet from the minimum dwelling size and a 3-foot reduction to the side yard setback in the SF-2 Single-Family Residential District. The board may take action on the request after the hearing.

• Variance request for 344 sq ft reduction in minimum dwelling size at 922 Joe Bailey St
• Variance request for 3 ft reduction in side yard setback at 922 Joe Bailey St
• Public hearing on variance for ADAMS, BLOCK A, LOT 12
• Property located at 922 Joe Bailey St, Royse City, TX 75189

Parks, Recreation & Arts Board

The Royse City Parks, Recreation & Arts Board will hold a regular meeting with discussions on City Lake Park, 2023 park events, and park board members, plus a staff update. The agenda includes no votes on these items, only discussion. The board will also consider future agenda topics and approve the minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting.

• Discussion concerning City Lake Park
• Discussion concerning Park Events 2023
• Discussion concerning Park Board Members
• Staff update
• Approve minutes from December 7, 2022

Main Street Advisory Board

The Royse City Main Street Advisory Board is holding a special called meeting to discuss and take action on a facade-signage grant application for the Masonic Lodge at 124 Arch Street, elect 2023/2024 officers and committee chairs, and review board responsibilities. The board will also discuss 2023 event dates and receive committee and manager reports.

• Facade-signage grant application for Masonic Lodge, 124 Arch Street
• Election of 2023/2024 Main Street Board Officers
• Election of 2023/2024 Committee Chair Appointments
• Review/update of Board binder, responsibilities, and accountability agreement
• Discussion of 2023 events: Volunteer Appreciation Month, Music Series, Car Show, National Preservation Month

City Council

The Royse City City Council will hold a public hearing on the Parker Creek Planned Development concept plan, which includes 334 townhome lots and 303 multi-family units on about 58.98 acres. The council will also consider approving a capital improvements agreement and preliminary plat for Erby Campbell Retail Three Addition, a development agreement for Austin Wood Recycling, and resolutions setting a public hearing for annexation and providing economic incentives for Liscotti Development Corporation. Consent agenda items include minutes, a financial report, and a purchase order for a sewer vac truck.

• Public hearing on Parker Creek Planned Development concept plan (334 townhome lots, 303 multi-family units, ~58.98 acres)
• Agreement for Capital Improvements with Royse City 114, LP for Erby Campbell Retail Three Addition
• Ordinance for Preliminary Plat of Erby Campbell Retail Three Addition (34.57 acres)
• Development Agreement for Austin Wood Recycling at 11672 CR 800
• Resolution setting public hearing for annexation of 39.965 acres at 11672 CR 800

City Council approved a preliminary plat and capital improvements for the Erby Campbell Retail Three Addition. The council also approved an economic incentive for Liscotti Development Corporation and a development agreement for Austin Wood Recycling.

• Approved Consent Agenda including November 2022 revenue report and Sewer Vac Truck purchase (7-0)
• Approved Agreement for Capital Improvements with Royse City 114, LP for Erby Campbell Retail Three Addition (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Erby Campbell Retail Three Addition (7-0)
• Approved economic incentive resolution for Liscotti Development Corporation (7-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for Austin Wood Recycling at 11675 CR 800 (7-0)
• Set February 14, 2023, for public hearing on annexation of 39.965 acres at 11672 CR 800 (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Royse City Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for a 34.57-acre retail addition and a replat for two lots in Linrock Estates. They will also discuss the Heritage Preservation District and receive a development services update from the City Engineer and City Planner.

• Preliminary plat for Erby Campbell Retail Three Addition, 34.57 acres, Jared Stephenson Survey, Abstract 188
• Replat for Linrock Estates Lots 71A and 71B, 2.324 acres, Charles Todd Survey, Abstract 924, ETJ
• Discussion on Heritage Preservation District
• Development Services Update with City Engineer and City Planner