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
The City Council approved several high-value contracts for cybersecurity, phone services, and economic development. The council also authorized the limited-purpose annexation of land for a future RaceTrac site and updated animal sterilization requirements. Council Member Bill Harp announced his resignation from the Ward 5 seat.
- Approved $215,130 cybersecurity disaster recovery solution from SHI (Unanimous)
- Approved $179,964 three-year VOIP phone service contract with Windstream Kinetic (Unanimous)
- Approved $500,000 five-year economic development agreement with ARTX REDI (Unanimous)
- Approved $72,500 agreement with MTG Engineers for Robison Road reconstruction (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2022 Case CE 650M Dozer for $99,431.82 (Unanimous)
- Approved limited-purpose annexation of 8.755 acres for RaceTrac site (Unanimous)
- Approved ordinance requiring sterilization of impounded or adopted animals (Unanimous)
- Reappointed Council Member Matlock as Mayor Pro Tem (Unanimous)
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
The Planning & Zoning Commission denied a request to rezone 3.5 acres on Moores Lane from agriculture to commercial. Several replats and specific use permits for manufactured homes were approved, while a cellular tower request was tabled.
- Approved Replat of Enclave Addition, Lot 1, Block 3 (Unanimous)
- Approved Replat of Lot No 1D, Block 2 Waggoner Creek Crossing Two (Unanimous)
- Approved final and preliminary plat for Moores Lane Business park (4-1)
- Denied rezoning of 3.5 acres at 1521 Moores Lane from Agriculture to Commercial (0-5)
- Recommended approval of single wide manufactured home at 3704 Jones Street (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of double wide manufactured home in 2500 block of Findley Street (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of Lots 9 and 10, Block 180, Triggs Addition to Single Family-3 (Unanimous)
- Tabled Specific Use Permit for cellular tower at 2718 Moores Lane (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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
The City Council adopted an ordinance providing tax relief for redeveloped non-residential historic properties. Several rezoning and specific use permits were approved for auto sales on Parish Street and a CBD manufacturing site on Texas Boulevard. The Council also confirmed Chris Black as Interim Fire Chief.
- Approved tax relief for redeveloped non-residential historic properties (Unanimous)
- Confirmed Chris Black as Interim Fire Chief (Unanimous)
- Approved $20,000 for 2022 Live United Bowl Team's banquet (Unanimous)
- Approved governmental affairs consulting contract at $3,333 monthly (Unanimous)
- Approved legal counsel Ross, Gannaway, Clifton, PLLC for civil service matters (Unanimous)
- Rezoned 103 and 105 Parish Street to General Retail and granted auto sales permits (Unanimous)
- Approved site plan for 19 apartment units at 3400 block of Brooke Place (Unanimous)
- Rezoned 2315 Texas Boulevard from General Retail to Commercial (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
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
The commission approved several rezoning requests and specific use permits for manufactured and prefabricated homes. Three items were tabled for the December meeting, and one replat request was withdrawn.
- Approved Replat Lot 1, Block 2, Twitty Subdivision (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 6500 Summerhill Road from Office to General Retail (Unanimous)
- Tabled rezoning and manufactured home permit for 3115 South Lake Drive (Unanimous)
- Approved manufactured home permit for 3207 Montgomery Street (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning and manufactured home permit for 2413 Bryan Street (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning and prefabricated home permit for 3515 Waco Street (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning at 813 Capp Street (Unanimous)
- Tabled rezoning of 1521 Moores Lane from Agriculture to Commercial (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
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
The City Council approved a two-year bank depository contract with Farmers Bank & Trust and several park facility upgrades. The council also accepted a Homeland Security grant for IT hardware and approved a strategic partnership for commercial development with a municipal utility district.
- Approved bank depository contract with Farmers Bank & Trust (Unanimous)
- Approved $167,350 fitness court at Spring Lake Park (Unanimous)
- Approved $105,478 tennis court resurfacing at Southwest Center (Unanimous)
- Accepted $219,679.49 Homeland Security grant for IT hardware (Unanimous)
- Approved Strategic Partnership Agreement with Macedonia-Eylau MUD No. 1 (Unanimous)
- Approved Bowie Central Appraisal District's 2022 tax roll (Unanimous)
- Supported State Line Avenue Corridor Plan Alternative Two (Unanimous)
- Appointed Dawn Martin to Historic Landmark Preservation Committee (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
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)
The City Council approved a $150,000 contract with 3 Bar S Construction for demolition of substandard structures, adopted the city's investment policy, and approved a $232,384.55 sewer relocation contract with Kampco, Inc. The council also adopted conforming amendments to water and sewer rate ordinances and approved multiple specific use permits and rezoning requests.
- Approved $150,000 demolition contract with 3 Bar S Construction (unanimous)
- Adopted conforming amendments to Chapter 42 for water/sewer rates (unanimous)
- Approved $232,384.55 sewer relocation contract with Kampco, Inc. (unanimous)
- Adopted city investment policy (unanimous)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for tattoo studio at 3427 New Boston Rd (unanimous)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for HUD-code manufactured home at 2809 Findley (unanimous)
- Rezoned 2315 N Robison Rd from Commercial to Single Family-2 (unanimous)
- Approved land exchange with Pruett Realty for 903 Elm Street property (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
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
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved rezoning two properties at 103 and 105 Parish Street from Single Family-2 to General Retail and granted specific use permits for new and used auto sales (outdoor lots) at both addresses. The commission also approved a site plan amendment for a 19-unit apartment complex on Brooke Place and a rezoning at 2315 Texas Boulevard from General Retail to Commercial for a cannabis processing facility (4-1). Three items were tabled: a rezoning at 6500 Summerhill Road, and a rezoning and specific use permit for a manufactured home north of 3115 South Lake Drive.
- Approved rezoning at 103 Parish Street to General Retail (unanimous)
- Approved specific use permit for auto sales at 103 Parish Street (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning at 105 Parish Street to General Retail (unanimous)
- Approved specific use permit for auto sales at 105 Parish Street (4-0)
- Approved site plan amendment for 19-unit apartment complex on Brooke Place (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning at 2315 Texas Boulevard to Commercial for cannabis facility (4-1)
- Tabled rezoning at 6500 Summerhill Road (unanimous)
- Tabled rezoning and specific use permit for manufactured home north of 3115 South Lake Drive (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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
The City Council unanimously adopted a ten-year water and sewer rate structure with scheduled increases, based on a rate study by NewGen Strategies & Solutions. The ordinance also authorizes the City Manager to renegotiate 11 wholesale water supply contracts. No public comments were made on the rate changes.
- Adopted 10-year water and sewer rate increases (unanimous)
- Approved consent items including Kennedy Lane Sidewalk Project design contract up to $154,900 (unanimous)
- Appointed Brad Bailey to regular position on Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
- Appointed David Watkins to Community Healthcore board (5-0)
- Adopted parking regulation amendments to Land Development Code (unanimous)
- Moved forward 12 first-briefing items to October 10 public hearings and votes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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
The City Council held a special joint public hearing with the Macedonia-Eylau Municipal Utility District No. 1 to discuss a proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement for commercial development. No members of the public presented evidence during the hearing. The council took no final vote on the agreement at this meeting.
- Held special public hearing on proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement with Macedonia-Eylau MUD No. 1
- No public testimony presented regarding the proposed agreement
- Utility district board to meet within seven days to consider adopting or rejecting the agreement
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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
The City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and a property tax rate of $0.65 per $100 valuation, the same as the previous year. The council also approved a 10-year water and sewer rate increase plan, authorized the issuance of up to $20.475 million in certificates of obligation, and approved several zoning and land-use changes.
- Adopted FY 2023 budget and property tax rate of $0.65 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
- Approved 10-year water and sewer rate increase plan (first briefing, moved forward to 9/26/22 vote)
- Authorized issuance of up to $20.475M in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 3107 Richmond Road from Neighborhood Service to General Retail (unanimous)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 3016 Richmond Road (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to PD-11-4 to allow food sales at 1502 Summerhill Road (unanimous)
- Approved donation of Air Force RADOME to Air Force Radar Museum (unanimous)
- Denied Specific Use Permit for auto sales (outdoor lot) at 2719 Summerhill Road (unanimous)
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
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved 13 of 19 agenda items, including several rezoning requests and specific use permits for tattoo studios, manufactured homes, and a metal building. Two items were tabled for further discussion, including a proposed amendment to off-street parking regulations. The commission also elected Gene Joyce III as Chairperson and Dianna Patterson Kinsey as Co-Chairperson.
- Elected Gene Joyce III as Chairperson and Dianna Patterson Kinsey as Co-Chairperson (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for DRT Lake Drive Addition (5-0)
- Approved replat of Lot 1 and Pt Lot 2, Block 2, Richmond Place (unanimous)
- Approved LTHI Addition replat (unanimous)
- Tabled amendment to off-street parking regulations (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to parking space schedule (4-1)
- Approved specific use permit for tattoo studio/art gallery at 3427 New Boston Road (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 2315 North Robison Road from Commercial to Single Family-2 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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
The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, appropriating $129,534,941 across all funds, with a General Fund of $51,578,234. The property tax rate was maintained at $0.65 per $100 valuation. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding to continue operating the regional 911 center at the Bi-State Justice Building for five years, and authorized a $142,252.19 contract for downtown sidewalk construction.
- Adopted the FY 2023 budget and appropriated $129,534,941 across all funds (Ordinance 2022-076).
- Approved Resolution 2022-093 authorizing a memorandum of understanding for the regional 911 center at the Bi-State Justice Building.
- Approved Resolution 2022-090 authorizing a $142,252.19 contract with Contech Contractors for downtown sidewalk construction.
- Approved Resolution 2022-082 authorizing an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for the Kennedy Lane Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement project.
- Approved Resolution 2022-084 naming Swanger Complex Field #1 as 'Bill Atchison Field'.
- Approved the rezoning of 2401 Liberty Lane from Single Family-1 to Single Family-3 (Ordinance 2022-087).
- Approved a Specific Use Permit for a double-wide HUD code manufactured home at 2401 Liberty Lane (Ordinance 2022-088).
- Approved the rezoning of Lots 5 and 6 at Alexander Avenue and Kansas Street from Single Family-3 to Two Family-2 (Ordinance 2022-086).
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
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
The City Council voted unanimously to propose a property tax rate of $0.6500 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2023, the same rate as the current year, and authorized public notice of the proposal. The council also approved contracts for the design of two sidewalk projects, a renewal of a fire protection agreement with Pleasant Grove ISD, and several zoning and site plan requests. All votes were unanimous with Ward 4 Council Member Christie Page absent.
- Proposed FY 2023 property tax rate of $0.6500 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
- Approved $255,400 contract with Goodwin-Lasiter-Strong for College Drive sidewalk design (unanimous)
- Approved $274,000 contract with MTG Engineers & Surveyors for North Robison Road sidewalk design (unanimous)
- Approved renewal of interlocal agreement with Pleasant Grove ISD for fire protection services (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for Andy's Frozen Custard at 5000 block of N. Cowhorn Creek Loop (unanimous)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 2401 Hazel Street (unanimous)
- Rezoned 2600 block of Spruce Street from Single Family-2 to Industrial-1 (unanimous)
- Approved site plan amendment for Temple Memorial Pediatric Center at 1710 Moores Lane (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
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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
The City Council held a special joint meeting with the Macedonia-Eylau Municipal Utility District No. 1 to discuss a proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement for commercial development near Kings Highway and U.S. 59. No public testimony was given during the first of two required public hearings. The council did not vote on the agreement; a second hearing is scheduled for September 13, 2022.
- Held first public hearing on proposed Strategic Partnership Agreement (no public testimony)
- Scheduled second joint meeting for September 13, 2022
- Adjourned joint meeting unanimously (6-0, Page absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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
The Texarkana City Council approved a resolution to publish notice of intent to issue up to $20,475,000 in certificates of obligation for fire facilities, street improvements, and related projects. The council also authorized a 12-month pilot scooter program with Bird Rides, Inc., and approved several infrastructure contracts, including a sewer extension and a new wheel loader. All items were approved with Ward 2 member Mary Hart absent.
- Approved publication of notice for up to $20,475,000 in certificates of obligation (unanimous)
- Authorized 12-month pilot scooter program with Bird Rides, Inc. (4-1, Page opposed, Matlock abstained)
- Approved $131,327.60 sewer extension contract with Kampco, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of John Deere 644 P Wheel Loader up to $274,892.00 (unanimous)
- Adopted CDBG 2022 Annual Action Plan with $502,665 budget (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for 200-ft telecommunications tower at 3118 Norton St. (5-1, Matlock opposed)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for telecommunications tower at 3118 Norton St. (5-1, Matlock opposed)
- Approved reappointments to MPO, Historic Landmark, Building & Standards, and Planning & Zoning commissions (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
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
The Texarkana City Council approved a $817,912.29 contract with Kampco, Inc. for the Looping Dead-end Water Mains Phase III project, which will eliminate 22 dead ends and improve water quality. The council also approved a 5-year, $497,879.20 contract with Axon Enterprise for police and fire fleet and body cameras, a $474,251.70 concrete supply contract with Smith Ready Mix, and an $80,000 airport land purchase. All votes were unanimous, with Mayor Bruggeman excused.
- Approved $817,912.29 water main looping contract with Kampco, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved 5-year, $497,879.20 Axon camera contract (unanimous)
- Approved $474,251.70 concrete supply contract with Smith Ready Mix (unanimous)
- Approved $80,000 purchase of 8 acres for airport (unanimous)
- Approved naming Gibson Lane bridge 'Officer Jason Sprague Memorial Bridge' (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal fiber optic agreement with Texarkana College (unanimous)
- Approved Employee Handbook technology use revisions (unanimous)
- Approved Caddo Nation memorandum of understanding (unanimous)
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
The Budget Advisory Committee met with the City Council to discuss the FY 2023 budget. The committee recommended proceeding with 20-year certificates of obligation for capital projects, approving a 3% pay increase for non-civil service staff, continuing the water rate study with regular reviews, and implementing a three-year transition of employee insurance premium contributions (95% employee, 65% dependents). No formal votes were taken; these are recommendations for the council to consider.
- Recommended 20-year certificates of obligation for capital expenditures
- Recommended 3% salary increase for non-civil service personnel
- Recommended continuing water rate study with review every five years
- Recommended three-year transition of insurance premium contributions (95% employee, 65% dependents)
- Confirmed Kelly Mitchell as liaison with NewGen Strategies on water rate study
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
The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2023 budget, including revenue projections, a water rate study, and capital expenditure options. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion only. The next joint meeting with the Budget Advisory Committee is set for June 7.
- No formal decisions made; workshop only
- Next joint budget meeting scheduled for June 7, 2022
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'
The Texarkana City Council unanimously approved all action items, including reappointing Sherry L. Jackson as Municipal Judge with a two-year compensation agreement, authorizing a $50,000 contract with HUB International for insurance benefits consulting, and nominating Brim Healthcare for the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. The council also approved four zoning and land-use items, including a rezoning for a food truck park and a site plan for a new Braum's. A resolution to name a bridge in honor of Officer Jason Sprague was moved forward to the June 13 meeting.
- Reappointed Sherry L. Jackson as Municipal Judge with two-year compensation agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $50,000 contract with HUB International for insurance benefits consulting (unanimous)
- Approved nomination of Brim Healthcare for Texas Enterprise Zone Program (unanimous)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for manufactured home at Findley & McBride Sts. (unanimous)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for daycare at 3700 N. Robison Rd. (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for 6,092 sq. ft. building at 5605 Richmond Rd. (unanimous)
- Rezoned 1324 Bowie St. from Two Family-1 to Commercial for food truck park (unanimous)
- Moved forward bridge naming resolution to June 13 meeting
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
The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2022-035, adopting new ward boundary lines for council elections based on 2020 census data, after a public hearing and comment period. The council also approved consent items including a four-year Verizon wireless contract, two 3D printer purchases for Red River Army Depot, and the April 11 meeting minutes. Several items were moved forward for a May 9 vote, including an insurance consultant contract and various zoning requests.
- Adopted redistricting plan for council wards (unanimous)
- Approved 4-year Verizon wireless contract up to $49,800/year (unanimous)
- Approved $192,155.33 purchase from Gov Smart for 3D printer (unanimous)
- Approved $273,142 purchase from Creaform USA for 3D printer (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Moved forward insurance consultant contract to May 9 vote
- Moved forward specific use permit for manufactured home to May 9
- Moved forward daycare specific use permit to May 9
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
The Texarkana City Council approved a $154,987.37 purchase for a new Nutanix Hyper-Converged Infrastructure Solution from Choice Solutions, funded by the Texarkana Water Utilities Technology Fund. The council also approved all five public hearing items, including two site plan approvals, two rezoning requests, and a specific use permit for a manufactured home. A special public hearing on a proposed redistricting plan was held with no public comments, and the matter was closed.
- Approved $154,987.37 Nutanix infrastructure purchase (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for 46-unit senior living apartments at Moores Lane & Arista Blvd (unanimous)
- Rezoned 35.43 acres at 3800 Picoma Dr from Single Family-2 to Industrial-2 (unanimous)
- Rezoned 3.3 acres at 804 Jameson St from Single Family-2 to Single Family-3 (unanimous)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for a double wide HUD manufactured home at 804 Jameson St (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for 3,187 sq ft office building at 3402 Arista Blvd (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2023 budget calendar (unanimous)
- Confirmed mayoral re-appointments to TexAmericas Board (unanimous)
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
The Texarkana, TX City Council adopted Joint Resolution No. 2022-007, ending all historical water arbitration issues between Texarkana, Texas, and Texarkana, Arkansas. The council also adopted several other items, including speed limit changes on U.S. Highways 59/71, and authorized agreements for pedestrian improvement projects. Several zoning and site plan items were moved forward to the next meeting for public hearings and votes.
- Adopted Joint Resolution No. 2022-007 ending water arbitration issues (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-023 amending speed limits on U.S. Highways 59/71 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-024 authorizing TxDOT agreement for College Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-025 authorizing TxDOT agreement for N. Robison Road Pedestrian Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-032 supporting MPO's RAISE grant application (5-0, Harp recused)
- Approved minutes of the March 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Moved forward Ordinance No. 2022-026 for site plan approval at Moores Lane and Arista Boulevard
- Moved forward Ordinance No. 2022-027 to rezone 3800 Picoma Drive to Industrial-2
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
The City Council approved the voluntary annexation of the 11.376-acre Deaton Place Subdivision, adding it to Ward 5 with SF-2 zoning. The council also adopted criteria and mandatory guidelines for the decennial redistricting process, and approved a $50,000 budget amendment establishing a Police Department Youth Outreach Program Fund. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Mayor Bruggeman excused.
- Approved voluntary annexation of Deaton Place Subdivision (11.376 acres) into Ward 5 with SF-2 zoning (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-013 establishing criteria for decennial redistricting (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-012 establishing mandatory guidelines for redistricting proposals and written comments (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-017 amending budget to establish Police Department Youth Outreach Program Fund with $50,000 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-006 amending the Purchasing Policy Manual (6-0)
- Approved minutes of the February 14, 2022 regular meeting (6-0)
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
The City Council approved the transfer of the natural gas utility franchise from CenterPoint Energy to Summit Utilities Arkansas, Inc., and reauthorized the 2017 residential and commercial rate schedules with the exception of two now-defunct riders. The council also approved a 40-year airport ground lease with Flight Solutions LLC, a $218,297 Microsoft licensing agreement, and a services agreement for the potential annexation of the Deaton Place Subdivision.
- Approved natural gas franchise transfer to Summit Utilities (6-0)
- Approved reauthorizing Summit Utilities natural gas rates (6-0)
- Approved 40-year airport ground lease with Flight Solutions LLC (6-0)
- Approved $218,297 Microsoft licensing agreement with SHI (6-0)
- Approved services agreement for Deaton Place Subdivision annexation (6-0)
- Approved Specific Use Permit for manufactured home at 4007 Findley St (6-0)
- Approved site plan amendment at 5609 Richmond Rd (6-0)
- Acknowledged receipt of 2021 Racial Profiling Report (6-0)
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
The Texarkana City Council approved a $30,000 grant for a fitness campaign, rezoned property at 5302 North Kings Highway for office use, and recognized the New Town Neighborhood Association. The council also moved forward on several items, including a specific use permit for a manufactured home, a site plan amendment, and a services agreement for a potential annexation. The second reading of an ordinance to transfer the natural gas franchise from CenterPoint to Summit Utilities was approved.
- Approved $30,000 National Fitness Campaign grant and budget amendment (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning at 5302 North Kings Highway to Planned Development-Office (unanimous)
- Recognized New Town Neighborhood Association as official (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of natural gas franchise transfer to Summit Utilities (6-0)
- Reappointed four members to Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
- Moved forward Specific Use Permit for manufactured home at 4007 Findley St.
- Moved forward site plan amendment at 5609 Richmond Rd.
- Moved forward services agreement for Deaton Place Subdivision annexation
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.
The City Council unanimously approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with WinCo Foods, authorizing up to $350,000 from the Economic Development Fund for a grocery store redevelopment project at the former Sears location. The council also approved several rezoning and site plan requests, including a rezoning to allow a HUD-code manufactured home, a rezoning for townhouses, and a street right-of-way abandonment. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Mayor Bruggeman excused.
- Approved $350K Chapter 380 agreement with WinCo Foods (6-0)
- Approved redistricting services contract with Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP (6-0)
- Adopted LIHTC resolution procedures (6-0)
- Authorized City Manager to amend Lifenet ambulance contract (6-0)
- Rezoned 1.89 acres at Jameson St & Texarkana Ave to Single Family-3 (6-0)
- Granted Specific Use Permit for HUD-code manufactured home (6-0)
- Rezoned lots north of 3202 Robin Lane to Planned Development-Townhouse (6-0)
- Closed and abandoned 25-foot Bradley Street right-of-way (6-0)
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