Texarkana public meetings in 2022
37 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will vote on several contracts, including a five-year agreement for economic development services. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding animal control ordinances and land annexation.
- $500,000 agreement with ARTX REDI for economic development services
- $215,130 purchase of Rubrik cyber security software
- $72,500 contract for Robison Road Street Reconstruction Project design
- Ordinance amending animal care and control rules regarding impoundment and sterilization
- Annexation of approximately 8.755 acres in Bowie County
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land use requests, including replats for Enclave Addition and Waggoner Creek Crossing Two. The agenda also includes specific use permits for manufactured homes and a cellular tower. Some previously discussed rezoning items have been tabled.
- Rezoning 3.5 acres at 1521 Moores Lane from Agriculture to Commercial
- Replat of Enclave Addition, Lot 1, Block 3, off North Park Road
- Replat of Lot No 1D, Block 2 Waggoner Creek Crossing Two
- Specific Use Permit for a cellular tower at 2718 Moores Lane
- Rezoning Triggs Addition lots from Commercial to Single Family-3
City Council
The Texarkana City Council is meeting to consider a sports lighting contract and a state grant application. The agenda also includes public hearings for property rezonings on Parish Street and an ordinance regarding historic property tax relief.
- Contract with Musco Sport Lighting up to $66,600 for parks capital improvement
- Texas Parks and Wildlife grant application for $43,600
- Rezoning of properties at 103 and 105 Parish Street
- Expenditure of up to $20,000 for the Live United Bowl Team's banquet
- Confirmation of Chris Black as Interim Fire Chief
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several requests for land rezonings and subdivision replats. These items include changing land use from agriculture to commercial and splitting existing lots into new residential parcels. Some previously discussed rezoning items are currently tabled.
- Replat of Enclave Addition to split a non-residential lot among adjoining residential lots
- Replat of Twitty Subdivision to divide one lot into two
- Rezoning 1521 Moores Lane from Agriculture to Commercial
- Rezoning 2413 Bryan Street from Single Family-2 to Single Family-3
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 3207 Montgomery Street
City Council
The City Council will consider contracts for a new fitness court at Spring Lake Park and tennis court improvements at the Southwest Center. The meeting also includes reviews of a Homeland Security grant for IT hardware and several rezoning requests.
- $167,350 fitness court project at Spring Lake Park
- Tennis court resurfacing and pickleball installation up to $105,478
- Acceptance of $219,679.49 Homeland Security Grant for IT hardware
- Approval of 2022 Bowie Central Appraisal District tax roll
- Rezoning requests for properties on Parish Street
City Council
The City Council will review contracts for sewer relocation and building demolition services. The agenda includes multiple public hearings regarding property rezonings and specific use permits. Additionally, the council will hear a presentation on the FY 2020 city audit.
- Contract with 3 Bar S Construction for demolition services up to $150,000
- Sewer relocation contract with Kampco, Inc up to $232,384.55
- Rezoning of 2315 North Robison Road from Commercial to Single Family-2
- Amendments to water and sewer rate structures
- Changes to school zone speed limits on SH 93 (Summerhill Road)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is considering several rezoning requests and specific use permits, including items for auto sales on Parish Street. Some previously discussed rezoning requests for Summerhill Road and South Lake Drive were tabled. The agenda also includes a site plan approval for the 3400 block of Brooke Place.
- Rezoning 103 Parish Street to General Retail
- Specific Use Permit for auto sales at 103 Parish Street
- Rezoning 105 Parish Street to General Retail
- Specific Use Permit for auto sales at 105 Parish Street
- Rezoning 2315 Texas Boulevard from General Retail to Commercial
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a new ten-year water and sewer rate structure and updates to parking regulations. The council is also considering several zoning changes and a sidewalk project contract.
- $154,900 agreement for Kennedy Lane Sidewalk Project design and surveying
- Public hearing on ten-year water and sewer rate structure increases
- Public hearing to amend parking space regulations in the zoning code
- Proposed rezoning of 2315 North Robison Road from Commercial to Single Family-2
- Proposed speed limit changes for school zones on SH 93
City Council
The City Council and Macedonia-Eylau Municipal Utility District No. 1 will hold a special joint meeting. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding a proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement for commercial development within the MUD and city territory. The bodies will also discuss setting a date for the MUD Board to consider adopting the agreement.
- Public hearing on a proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement for commercial development
- Discussion of a meeting date for the Municipal Utility District Board to consider adopting the agreement
City Council
The City Council is meeting to adopt the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and set the property tax rate. The agenda also includes discussions on a ten-year water and sewer rate structure and various zoning amendments.
- Adoption of the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and property tax rate
- Approval of a $13,871 Justice Assistance Grant for the City and Bowie County
- Proposed ten-year water and sewer rate structure
- Issuance of 'Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2022'
- Zoning amendments and use permits for properties on Summerhill Road and Richmond Road
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will review several land use applications, including rezoning requests and specific use permits for residential and business properties. Members will also consider amendments to the city's parking and loading regulations. Additionally, the commission will nominate a new Chairperson and Co-Chairperson.
- Rezoning 2315 North Robison Road from Commercial to Single Family-2
- Specific Use Permit for a tattoo studio and art gallery at 3427 New Boston Road
- Amendments to city parking and loading regulations in the Land Development Code
- Approval of preliminary plats for DRT Lake Drive Addition and Richmond Place
- Rezoning Rose Acres Annex property to Industrial-1
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the fiscal year 2023 budget and master fee list. The agenda also includes a contract for downtown sidewalk construction and pedestrian improvements. Several rezoning requests are scheduled for future consideration.
- Contract with Contech Contractors, Inc. up to $142,252.19 for downtown sidewalk construction
- Advance Funding Agreement for the Kennedy Lane Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement project
- Public hearing on the fiscal year 2023 budget and amendments
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 Master Fee List
- Rezoning of property at Alexander Avenue and Kansas Street from Single Family-3 to Two Family-2
City Council
The City Council is reviewing agreements for the design and surveying of College Drive and North Robison Road sidewalks. The meeting also includes a proposal for a property tax rate of $0.6500 per $100 of assessed valuation. Several public hearings regarding rezoning and site plans are also scheduled.
- Agreement with Goodwin-Lasiter-Strong for College Drive sidewalk project up to $255,400
- Agreement with MTG Engineers & Surveyors for North Robison Road sidewalk project up to $274,000
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.6500 per $100 of assessed valuation
- Rezoning request for Spruce Street from Single Family-1 to Industrial-1
- Public hearing for a daycare at 2401 Hazel Street
City Council
The City Council and Macedonia-Eylau MUD No. 1 will hold a special joint meeting regarding a proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement. This agreement concerns commercial development within specific territory of the MUD and the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The agenda also includes an overview of the agreement and planning for a second joint meeting.
- Public hearing on proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement
- Overview of Strategic Partnership Agreement
- Discussion of date and location for a second joint meeting
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission is considering multiple requests, including a replat in Highland Park Addition and an amendment to allow food sales on Summerhill Road. The agenda also includes permits for auto sales, tattoo studios, and a rezoning request for a coffee shop.
- Replat of Lots 1-4, Block 21, Highland Park Addition at State Line Avenue and West 24th Street
- Amendment to allow food sales at 1502 Summerhill Road
- Specific Use Permit for auto sales at 2719 Summerhill Road (staff recommends denial)
- Rezoning of 3107 Richmond Road from Neighborhood Service to General Retail
- Specific Use Permits for tattoo studios on Richmond Road and New Boston Road
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a pilot scooter program and a new wheel loader purchase. The meeting also includes public hearings for various site plan amendments and a community development grant plan. Additionally, the council will address upcoming November election orders.
- Notice of intention to issue certificates of obligation up to $20,475,000
- Authorization for a pilot scooter program with Bird Rides, Inc.
- Purchase of a John Deere 644 P Wheel Loader up to $274,892.00
- Sewer extension project at St. Michael Drive and Kings Highway up to $131,327.60
- $20,000 grant application for the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
City Council
The City Council and Macedonia-Eylau Municipal Utility District No. 1 will hold a special joint meeting. The agenda includes an overview of a proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement for commercial development within specific territories. A public hearing is scheduled to allow residents to present testimony regarding the agreement.
- Special joint meeting with Macedonia-Eylau Municipal Utility District No. 1
- Public hearing on proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement
- Overview of strategic partnership agreement by City Manager David Orr
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including replats for Dogwood Lake Estates and Marriott Subdivision. The commission will also consider rezoning a 1.8-acre tract at 2401 Liberty Lane and a specific use permit for a manufactured home on that same property.
- Rezoning of 1.8 acres at 2401 Liberty Lane (Z-22-09)
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 2401 Liberty Lane (S-745)
- Replat of Lots 3, 4, and 5 in Dogwood Lake Estates Third Addition
- Site plan amendment for 1710 Moores Lane (Galleria Oaks #1)
- Replat of Lots 17 and 19 in Revised Shilling South 2nd Addition
City Council
The Texarkana City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a contract for body camera hardware and software, as well as a street maintenance contract for concrete. The council will also receive an update regarding the Texarkana Regional Airport.
- Contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for body camera hardware and software up to $497,879.20
- Contract with Smith Ready Mix, Inc. for concrete materials up to $474,251.70
- Lopping Dead-end Water Mains Phase III project contract up to $817,912.29
- Resolution naming the Wagner Creek bridge 'Officer Jason Sprague Memorial Bridge'
- Approval of an 8-acre land purchase request by the Texarkana Airport Authority
City Council
The City Council is meeting with the Budget Advisory Committee to discuss the proposed FY 2023 budget. The agenda also includes updates on water rate studies, capital improvement projects, and employee compensation.
- Proposed $20,475,000 Capital Improvement Plan for streets and fleet replacement
- Update on the city's water rate study
- Proposed 3% market salary increase for non-civil service general fund employees
- Discussion of FY 2023 budget recommendations
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will consider several rezoning requests for residential, commercial, and industrial uses. The agenda also includes a site plan amendment for the Marriott Subdivision and a specific use permit for a daycare on Hazel Street.
- Rezoning 2600 block of Spruce Street from Single Family-1 to Industrial-1
- Rezoning 1400 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard from Two Family-1 to Commercial
- Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 2401 Hazel Street
- Rezoning southeast corner of Alexander Avenue and Kansas Street from Single Family-3 to Two Family-2
- Site plan amendment for a 2.518-acre tract in Marriott Subdivision
City Council
The City Council held a workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2023 budget. The discussion included revenue projections for sales and property taxes and potential debt issuance for capital projects. The council also reviewed personnel pay increases and one-time fund balance expenditures.
- Maintenance of an overall $0.65 property tax rate
- Debt options for capital projects between $9,326,000 and $20,474,000
- Increase in police recruit starting pay from $45,000 to $47,500
- Proposed street improvements for Robison Road and Westlawn
- Funding for fire truck fleet replacements
City Council
The Texarkana City Council will review several land use requests, including rezoning and specific use permits for residential and commercial properties. The council will also consider a contract for insurance consulting services up to $50,000. Additionally, the meeting includes the reappointment of the Municipal Judge.
- Insurance consulting contract with HUB International not to exceed $50,000
- Rezoning 1324 Bowie Street from Two Family-1 to Commercial
- Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 3700 North Robison Road
- Reappointment of Municipal Judge Sherry L. Jackson
- Naming the Wagner Creek bridge on Gibson Lane as 'Officer Jason Sprague Memorial Bridge'
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will consider site plan approvals and a specific use permit for 3118 Norton Street involving a 200-foot telecommunications tower. The agenda also includes a site plan review for a building north of 4414 Galleria Oaks Drive.
- Site plan approval for 3118 Norton Street
- Specific Use Permit for a telecommunications tower at 3118 Norton Street
- Site plan approval for lots north of 4414 Galleria Oaks Drive
- Approval of April 4, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will vote on redistricting city council wards based on 2020 census data. The council will also consider technology purchases for the Red River Army Depot and a wireless services contract.
- Redistricting of city council wards based on 2020 census data
- $192,155.33 purchase from Gov Smart for 3D printing equipment
- $273,142 purchase from Creaform USA for 3D printing equipment
- Verizon wireless services contract up to $49,800 annually
City Council
The council will hold a special public hearing regarding a proposed redistricting plan. Members will also consider ordinances for site plan approvals and land rezonings. Additionally, the council will review a resolution for an IT infrastructure purchase.
- Rezoning 35.43 acres at 3800 Picoma Drive from Single Family-2 to Industrial-2
- IT infrastructure purchase not to exceed $154,987.37
- Site plan approval for a 1.831-acre tract at Moores Lane and Arista Boulevard
- Rezoning 3.3 acres at 804 Jameson Street from Single Family-2 to Single Family-3
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 budget calendar
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review multiple land use requests, including subdivision plats and specific use permits. Proposals include a daycare on North Robison Road and a manufactured home in Grandview Addition. The commission will also consider rezoning property at 1324 Bowie Street from residential to commercial.
- Rezoning 1324 Bowie Street from Two Family-1 to Commercial
- Approval of the Nantze Subdivision at North Bishop Road and Greenview Drive
- Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 3700 North Robison Road
- Final plat for Classic Auto Park East 2nd Addition
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home in Grandview Addition
City Council
The City Council will vote on a resolution to end historical water arbitration between Texarkana, Texas and Texarkana, Arkansas. The meeting also includes decisions on speed limit changes for U.S. Highways 59/71 and funding for pedestrian improvement projects. Additionally, the council will receive briefings on several proposed rezoning requests.
- Resolution to end water arbitration between Texarkana, Texas and Texarkana, Arkansas
- Speed limit changes for sections of U.S. Highways 59/71
- Funding agreements for College Drive and N. Robison Road pedestrian improvements
- Rezoning request for 35.43 acres at 3800 Picoma Drive to Industrial-2
- Site plan approval amendment at Moores Lane and Arista Boulevard
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting regarding the decennial redistricting process. Bob Heath of Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP will provide a presentation based on 2020 census data. The discussion addresses population imbalances in councilmember wards.
- Presentation on the decennial redistricting process
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings for rezoning requests at 1406 Richmond Road and the 3400 block of Brooke Place. The council is also considering a fuel supply contract and a Microsoft license agreement. Additionally, the council will review funding agreements for pedestrian improvement projects.
- Rezoning of 2.89 acres at 1406 Richmond Road from Single Family-2 to Multiple Family-2
- Fuel supply contract with Petroleum Traders Corporation up to $574,651
- Microsoft license agreement not to exceed $155,814.84
- Funding for College Drive and N. Robison Road pedestrian improvement projects
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several requests for rezoning, site plan approvals, and replatting. These applications include changes to land use for properties on Picoma Drive, Bowie Street, and Jameson Street.
- Rezoning 35.43 acres at 3800 Picoma Drive from Single Family-2 to Industrial-2
- Site plan approval for senior living apartments at Moores Lane and Arista Boulevard
- Rezoning 1324 Bowie Street from Two Family-1 to Commercial
- Rezoning 804 Jameson Street from Single Family-2 to Single Family-3
- Replat of Lots 8-11, Block 6, Richmond Development Fifth Subdivision
City Council
The City Council will vote on establishing a $50,000 Police Department Youth Outreach Program Fund and amending the Purchasing Policy Manual. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding redistricting criteria and the voluntary annexation of Deaton Place Subdivision.
- Establishment of a $50,000 Police Department Youth Outreach Program Fund
- Public hearing on decennial redistricting process criteria
- Public hearing on guidelines for redistricting proposals
- Voluntary annexation of Deaton Place Subdivision
- Amendment to the City Purchasing Policy Manual
City Council
The City Council will review a proposal to transfer the natural gas utility franchise to Summit Utilities Arkansas, Inc. The agenda also includes a 40-year ground lease for the Texarkana Airport and budget amendments for the Building Maintenance Fund. Additionally, several public hearings are scheduled regarding site plans and use permits.
- Transfer of natural gas utility franchise to Summit Utilities Arkansas, Inc.
- 40-year ground lease with Flight Solutions, LLC at Texarkana Airport
- Adding $106,184 in unspent funds to the Building Maintenance Fund
- Microsoft License agreement via SHI Government Solutions
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 4007 Findley Street
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will consider several land use requests, including plat approvals and a rezoning application. It will also review updates to the 2022 Comprehensive Plan Implementation.
- Rezoning of 2.89 acres at 1406 Richmond Road from Single Family-2 to Multiple Family-2
- Final and preliminary plat for Cooks Lane Addition to create six single-family lots
- Replat of part of Blocks 1 and 2, Amended Shilling South Addition
- Replat of part of Blocks 1, 2, and 3, Revised Shilling South 2nd Addition
- Site plan approval amendment for Richmond Development Fifth Subdivision
City Council
The City Council will consider accepting a $30,000 grant to fund the National Fitness Campaign. The agenda also includes public hearings on utility franchise transfers and site plan amendments. Additionally, officials will review the LifeNet annual report and receive a COVID-19 update.
- $30,000 grant from Texas Recreation & Park Society
- Utility franchise transfer to Summit Utilities Arkansas, Inc.
- Natural gas rate changes for residential and commercial customers
- Site plan approval at 5302 North Kings Highway
- Specific Use Permit for 4007 Findley Street
City Council
The City Council is considering a redistricting services contract and updates to low-income housing tax credit procedures. Public hearings are scheduled for several land rezoning requests and an economic development agreement with WinCo Foods. The council will also review amendments to the city's ambulance service contract.
- Economic development agreement with WinCo Foods
- Redistricting services contract based on 2020 U.S. Census
- Ambulance service contract amendment with Lifenet, Inc.
- Rezoning of land at Jameson Street and Texarkana Avenue
- Natural gas utility franchise transfer to Summit Utilities Arkansas, Inc.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a site plan for a 2.206-acre tract at 5609 Richmond Road. The commission will also review a permit request for a manufactured home at 4007 Findley Street.
- Site plan approval for 5609 Richmond Rd involving a 3,320 sq. ft. building
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 4007 Findley St
- Approval of December 6, 2021, meeting minutes