Texarkana public meetings in 2023
31 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a major budget amendment for the 2023 Bond Fund. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding airport rules and rural water and sewer infrastructure fees. Additionally, the council will review proposed contracts for security technology and theatre renovations.
- $14,700,000 amendment to the 2023 Bond Fund budget
- $55,609.60 purchase of a scoreboard for George Dobson baseball field
- $141,950 contract with Flock Safety
- Up to $370,000 renovation contract for Perot Theatre
- $103,461.05 change order for sewer main replacement at I-30 and Cowhorn Creek
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will consider several subdivision plats and site plan amendments. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for property on Bender Road and two tabled items regarding Jones Street.
- Reapproval of final and preliminary plat for Golden Chick at 4411 North State Line
- Vacation of lots in Silver Oaks Addition and Silver Oaks Third Addition near Brandon Drive and Sterling Drive
- Rezoning of property at 3001 Bender Road from Single Family-1 to Two Family-2
- Site plan approval amendment for 4110 St. Michael Drive
- Site plan approval amendment for 5605 Richmond Road
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several resolutions including a water main project for the Hwy 82 widening. They are also considering property for a new business incubator and various rezoning requests. Additionally, the council will discuss rural water and sewer infrastructure fees.
- Contract for TxDOT Hwy 82 Widening water main project up to $405,157
- Property purchase at 215 Pine Street for $152,644.75 for a creatorspace
- Rezoning 1901 Chelf Road from Single Family-2 to Commercial
- Establishing rural water and sewer infrastructure fees
- MOU for fire and emergency services at the Federal Correctional Institution
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will review several requests regarding land use changes, including a rezoning for outdoor advertising on Hampton Road. Other items include a site plan for a new building on Richmond Road and specific use permits for residential and beauty services.
- Rezoning 7770 Hampton Road from Single Family-2 to Commercial for outdoor advertising
- Site plan approval for a 4,800 sq. ft. building at 1802 Richmond Road
- Rezoning 100 Jones Street from Commercial to Single Family-3
- Specific Use Permit for a double wide manufactured home at 100 Jones Street
- Specific Use Permit for a beauty school at 3123 Magnolia Street
City Council
The City Council will discuss several items including a manufacturing business incentive and a street reconstruction project. The agenda also includes a request for design services for the West Park Boulevard Reconstruction Project.
- Business incentive agreement with Sterno Group, LLC not to exceed $450,000
- West Park Boulevard Reconstruction Project design and survey contract not to exceed $203,750
- Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant application for $16,370
- Appropriation of $5,000 in the general fund from Farmers Bank and Trust donations
- Memorandum of Understanding with City of Texarkana, Arkansas for EPA Brownfields grant
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider rezoning two properties for commercial and parking use. They will also review a specific use permit for permanent cosmetics at 6 Woodmont Crossing. Additionally, the commission will consider approving the minutes from the September 5, 2023 meeting.
- Rezoning 7.09 acres at 1901 Chelf Road from Single Family-2 to Commercial
- Rezoning 2.228 acres at 4502 Gus Orr Drive from Agriculture to Parking
- Specific Use Permit for permanent cosmetics at 6 Woodmont Crossing
City Council
The City Council will review several contract renewals and new agreements, including human resources software and digital aerial photography. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding speed limits on FM 2878 and a collective bargaining agreement for firefighters.
- NeoGov human resources software renewal: $146,228.50
- Valley View Consulting, L.L.C. investment advisory services extension
- Pictometry International Corp/EagleView digital aerial photography: up to $459,955.80
- Contech Contractors, Inc. 4th & Main Street sidewalk project: up to $138,880.67
- Sterno Group, LLC business incentive agreement: up to $450,000
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances including the annual property tax rate and city budget. The agenda also includes discussions on water service fee reductions and various bond issuances.
- Ordinance No. 2023-103: Fixing the city tax rate and levy for fiscal year ending September 30, 2024
- Ordinance No. 2023-100: Ratifying the budget for fiscal year 2023-24
- Ordinance No. 2023-114: Reducing Riverbend water service fee from $4.15 to $3.50 per 1,000 gallons
- Ordinance No. 2023-118: Issuance of Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2023
- Ordinance No. 2023-119: Issuance of Waterworks and Sanitary Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review replat applications for Hadaway Second Addition and Summerlane Estates. The commission will also consider approving meeting minutes from August 7, 2023.
- Replat of Hadaway Second Addition at 3315 South Lake Drive
- Reapproval of the replat for Lot 1, Block 1, Summerlane Estates Revised at 18 Summer Lane
- Approval of August 7, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council is considering several ordinances including water rate adjustments and new bond issuances. The agenda also includes public hearings for land annexations and the adoption of the fiscal year 2024 budget.
- Ordinance to reduce Riverbend water service fee from $4.15 to $3.50 per 1,000 gallons
- Annexation of approximately 13.977 acres at 1000 S. Bishop Rd.
- Annexation of approximately 175 acres in the H. S. Janes HRS A-306 area
- Issuance of City of Texarkana Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2023
- Issuance of Waterworks and Sanitary Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
City Council
The Council will review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2022. The meeting includes consideration of various city contracts, property purchases, and a proposed property tax rate.
- $970,060.12 contract with REC-TXK, LLC for fire station repairs
- $109,025 contract with Francis Excavating for Walton Drive drainage repair
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.6500 per $100 of assessed valuation
- Annexation and zoning of 175 acres in the Macedonia-Eylau MUD area
- $91,975 payment for a light sculpture at the U.S. Federal Courthouse/Post Office
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving a final and preliminary plat for the Golden Chick Addition at 4411 North State Line Avenue to create a three-lot subdivision. The agenda also includes a site plan amendment for Galleria Oaks #1 on Moores Lane and the approval of meeting minutes from June 5, 2023.
- Final and preliminary plat for Golden Chick Addition at 4411 North State Line Avenue
- Site plan amendment for Galleria Oaks #1 in the 1600 block of Moores Lane
- Approval of Planning & Zoning Commission minutes from June 5, 2023
City Council
The City Council is considering a resolution to authorize the publication of a notice regarding the intent to issue up to $18.8 million in certificates of obligation. The proposed debt would fund various projects, including public safety facilities, street and bridge improvements, and park renovations. The estimated annual debt service payment for this issuance is approximately $1.3 million.
- Resolution No. 2023-096 to authorize notice of intent to issue up to $18,800,000 in certificates of obligation
- Proposed funding for public safety facilities and vehicles
- Proposed street and bridge improvements including drainage, sidewalks, and lighting
- Proposed renovations for the Perot Theatre and airport facilities
City Council
The City Council will consider a multi-million dollar contract for street reconstruction and service agreements related to potential property annexations. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding several rezoning requests and the creation of a Youth Advisory Committee.
- $3,676,077.44 contract for Robison Road Mill and Overlay Street Reconstruction
- Call for the November 7, 2023, General Election for Ward 3 and Ward 5
- Service agreements for potential annexation of Highland Park Baptist Church property
- Rezoning requests for properties on Gazola Street and Letter Carrier Drive
- Establishment of a new Youth Advisory Committee
City Council
The City Council will vote on a sewer main replacement contract and grant applications for several road projects. The meeting also includes public hearings for land annexation and site plan approvals. Additionally, the council will discuss economic development incentives in a closed session.
- Sewer main replacement contract with IBIS, LLC up to $654,977.40
- Annexation of 27.346 acres at 3313 Pleasant Grove Rd
- Grant applications for North Richmond Road, Leopard Drive, and Texas Boulevard
- Specific Use Permit for a cellular tower at 2718 Moores Lane
- Agreement with Paddle TXK LLC
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing requests for specific use permits to allow RV parks on Gazola Street and Letter Carrier Drive. The meeting also includes consideration of three different property replat applications.
- Specific Use Permits for RV parks at 4307 Gazola Street, 4301 Gazola Street, and 1312 Letter Carrier Drive
- Replat of 1.063 acres south of 4021 Mall Drive
- Replat of Lots 11-14 in Greenwoods Sunny Slope Addition at Austin and Hoover Streets
- Replat of part of Block 47 in Trigg Addition at Main Street and West 6th Street
City Council
The Budget Advisory Committee presented the proposed fiscal year 2024 budget to the City Council for discussion. The presentation covered revenue projections, planned personnel salary increases, and potential bond-funded capital projects. The plan aims to maintain an overall tax rate of $0.65.
- Proposed 6-8% base pay increase for police officers
- $900,000 allocation for major street maintenance
- $1,832,308 for an airport runway project
- Potential $18.7 million bond package for various capital projects
- Proposed $20 million TWU revenue bond for water infrastructure
City Council
The City Council will vote on a contract for the Macedonia-Eylau/TWU water and sewer improvements project and a $135,000 police department budget amendment. The agenda also includes public hearings for several rezoning requests and a 150-acre annexation.
- $674,114 contract for Macedonia-Eylau/TWU water and sewer improvements
- $135,000 police department budget amendment for incentive pay
- Annexation of approximately 150 acres near Terry St. and S. Bishop Rd.
- Airport terminal naming rights agreement with Yates Foundation LLC
- Rezoning requests for properties on South Lake Drive
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several requests regarding property replats, site plan amendments, and specific use permits. These include rezoning residential lots to multi-family or agriculture and approving a new assisted living facility.
- Rezoning Lot 2, Martha S Pace Subdivision from Single Family-1 to Multiple Family-1
- Specific Use Permit for an assisted living facility at 5902 North Park Road
- Replat of Enclave Addition to include only a drainage easement
- Rezoning properties on Gazola Street from residential to agriculture
- Site plan amendment for The Grove at Amesdale at 5714 Richmond Road
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several contracts for utility improvements and park projects. The agenda includes a large-scale water and sewer annexation project and repairs to the Wright Patman #2 pump. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments for police department grant funds.
- $1,790,821.60 contract with Kampco, Inc. for water and sewer annexation improvements
- $53,830.40 contract with Contech Contractors, Inc. for the Bell Park Trail Project
- $155,142.43 contract with Ideal Pump and Service for Wright Patman #2 pump repair
- $47,500 budget amendment for a State of Texas grant to the Police Department
- Establishment of a permanent Budget Advisory Committee
City Council
The Texarkana City Council will review several ordinances regarding land rezoning for residential, industrial, and retail uses. The council will also consider a resolution for a written services agreement related to potential annexation of property at Terry St. and S. Bishop Rd.
- Rezoning ~1.74 acres at 4600 block of Rose Acres Road to Multiple Family-1
- Rezoning ~6.25 acres at 610 S. Wake Village Road to Industrial-1
- Rezoning ~22.35 acres at 4001 Summerhill Road to General Retail
- Services agreement for Resortments, Inc. regarding potential annexation
- Revisions to the Perot Theatre management contract
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several requests for land rezoning and subdivision plats. The agenda also includes an amendment to sign ordinances near interstate corridors.
- Rezoning 9.37 acres at 3811 S. Lake Dr. from Single Family-2 to Commercial
- Approval of Summer Ridge 2nd Addition plat at Mall Drive and Summer Ridge Drive
- Rezoning 1.24 acres at 3327 S. Lake Dr. from General Retail to Commercial
- Specific Use Permit for facial tattooing at 4115 N. Kings Hwy
- Amending sign ordinances near interstate or loop corridors
City Council
The City Council will review several rezoning requests for residential, industrial, and retail uses across the city. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an EPA Brownfields grant contract and the voluntary annexation of two tracts near Cooper Lane.
- Rezoning 22.35 acres on Summerhill Road from Single Family-1 to General Retail
- Rezoning 6.25 acres at 610 S. Wake Village Road from Agriculture to Industrial-1
- Contract for Stanley Consultants regarding EPA Brownfields Grant services
- Voluntary annexation process for two tracts near Cooper Lane
- Revisions to the Perot Theatre management contract
City Council
The City Council will review the annual comprehensive financial report and consider several land use changes. Proposed items include rezoning property south of 1008 Cedar Street and approving permits for manufactured homes. The council will also discuss updates to street and sidewalk permit fees.
- Rezoning property south of 1008 Cedar Street from Commercial to Single Family-3
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 2809 Findley Street
- Amendments to street and sidewalk license and permit fees
- Closing a utility easement on North State Line Avenue
- Amending the Land Development Code regarding high-rise signs
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including replats and rezoning applications. The meeting includes considerations for changing property uses from agriculture or residential to industrial and retail. The commission will also review site plan amendments and specific use permits.
- Rezoning 22.35 acres at 4001 Summerhill Road from single-family to general retail
- Rezoning 6.25 acres at 610 S. Wake Village Road from agriculture to industrial
- Rezoning 1.74 acres in Rose Acres from agriculture to multiple family
- Replat of New Potato Addition at 4203 and 4305 North State Line Avenue
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home on Findley Street
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several contracts for street repairs, software, and vehicle purchases. They will also consider amending the budget for a $1 million EPA Revolving Loan Fund Grant. Additionally, the council will discuss services for a potential annexation of the RaceTrac site at US 59 and S. Kings Hwy.
- Contract with Plummer Associates for water system analysis up to $301,458.00
- Budget amendment for a $1 million EPA Revolving Loan Fund Grant
- Purchase of financial software from Springbrook Software for $150,357.50
- Purchase of an M2-106 truck via HGAC Buy Board for up to $145,995.05
- Service agreement for potential annexation of RaceTrac site at US 59 & S. Kings Hwy
City Council
The City Council will consider rezoning a 2.999-acre tract at 530 Sowell Lane from office to commercial use. The agenda also includes budget amendments for the Metropolitan Planning Organization Fund and the Public Safety Equipment Fund. Additionally, the council will review a joint resolution supporting a regional grant application for State Line corridor improvements.
- Rezoning of 2.999-acre tract at 530 Sowell Lane from Office to Commercial
- Joint Resolution supporting RAISE grant application for State Line corridor improvements
- $50,000 budget amendment for Metropolitan Planning Organization Fund
- $28,985 budget amendment for Public Safety Equipment Fund
- Acknowledgment of Police Department's 2022 Racial Profiling Report
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a lot replat for 2809 Findley Street and a site plan amendment for 5808 Richmond Road. A request for a cellular tower at 2718 Moores Lane is also on the agenda as a tabled item.
- Replat of Lots 5 & 6, Grandview Addition at 2809 Findley Street
- Site plan amendment for PD-15-1 at 5808 Richmond Road
- Tabled request for a 170-foot cellular tower at 2718 Moores Lane
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on various ordinance amendments, including changes to animal care regulations and multiple rezoning requests. The council is also scheduled to consider the reappointment of a board member.
- Public hearing for amendments to Animal Care and Control ordinances
- Rezoning 3.5 acres at 1521 Moores Lane from Agriculture to Commercial
- Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 3704 Jones Street
- Rezoning Triggs Addition from Commercial to Single Family-3
- Reappointment of Sonja Hubbard to the Riverbend Water Resources District Board
City Council
The City Council will interview candidates and consider a resolution to fill the Ward 5 council vacancy. The agenda also includes budget amendments for the 2022 Bond Fund and street maintenance, as well as several rezoning requests.
- Resolution No. 2023-014 to fill the Ward 5 Council vacancy
- Contract with EST, Inc. up to $452,130 for Moores Lane and Galleria Oaks street reconstruction design
- Amendment to the 2022 Bond Fund in the amount of $20,475,000
- Purchase of a water pump from Stuart C Irby Co. for $165,280
- Rezoning request for 1521 Moores Lane from Agriculture to Commercial
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will consider rezoning a 2.999-acre tract at 530 Sowell Lane from Planned Development-Office to Commercial. The agenda also includes consideration of a Specific Use Permit for a cellular tower at 2718 Moores Lane.
- Rezoning of 2.999 acres at 530 Sowell Lane to Commercial
- Specific Use Permit for a cellular tower at 2718 Moores Lane
- Approval of December 5, 2022 meeting minutes