Texarkana public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Texarkana City Council will vote on several consent items, including approval of meeting minutes, acceptance of an $87,575.50 Homeland Security Grant, and a $76,280 emergency contract to replace the Wright Patman Water Treatment Plant West Basin sludge removal system. Additional items include change orders for the Swanger Sports Complex and Grady T. Wallace Soccer Complex, and new mowing contracts for multiple city facilities. The council will also consider briefings on ambulance service fees, a Microsoft licensing agreement, and specific use permits for a digital billboard and a manufactured home.

• Resolution 2024-161: $76,280 contract with M.S.R.G., LLC for emergency replacement of Wright Patman Water Treatment Plant West Basin sludge removal system
• Resolution 2024-155: Acceptance of $87,575.50 Homeland Security Grant and purchase of up to 10 portable radios (up to $87,066.00)
• Resolution 2024-160: Approval of three change orders with Symmetry Sports for Swanger Sports Complex and Grady T. Wallace Soccer Complexes
• Resolution 2024-162: Mowing contracts up to $43,200 annually for several city facilities and up to $24,712 annually for Rosehill Cemetery
• Ordinance 2024-145: Specific Use Permit for an LED/Digital display on an off‑premise billboard at 7770 Hampton Road

The City Council approved a $76,280 emergency contract to replace the sludge removal system at the Wright Patman Water Treatment Plant. They also accepted a Homeland Security Grant, approved change orders for sports complexes, and granted several specific use permits for billboards, a manufactured home, and a permanent cosmetics business. The council also adopted the 2025 meeting schedule and legislative priorities.

• Approved $76,280 emergency contract for Wright Patman WTP sludge removal system (unanimous)
• Accepted $87,575.50 Homeland Security Grant for 10 portable radios (unanimous)
• Approved $113,102.36 in change orders for Swanger and Grady T. Wallace sports complexes (unanimous)
• Approved mowing contracts with JD Lawn Service ($43,200) and U.S. Lawns ($24,712) (unanimous)
• Granted SUP for digital billboard at 7770 Hampton Road (unanimous)
• Granted SUP for permanent cosmetics at 824 Richmond Road (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Council meeting schedule and city holidays (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 legislative priorities (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Texarkana Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a rezoning at 1521 Moores Lane, along with multiple final plats, a replat, and two specific use permits. Items include plats for Racetrac Stateline Subdivision, Roundabout Way Addition No. 2, and Swing Lab Park Subdivision, as well as permits for a digital billboard at 606 Walton Drive and a manufactured home at 3120 Alexander Avenue. The meeting will also include staff updates and approval of the November 4, 2024 minutes.

• Z-24-13: Rezoning Lot 1, Moores Lane Business Park at 1521 Moores Lane from Agriculture/Commercial to Commercial
• S-799: Specific Use Permit for an off-premise digital billboard at 606 Walton Drive
• S-800: Specific Use Permit for a double-wide HUD code manufactured home at 3120 Alexander Avenue
• Final plat for Racetrac Stateline Subdivision at 5403 North State Line Avenue
• Replat for Lot 1 Moores Lane Business Park at 1521 Moores Lane

City Council

The City Council will vote on several contracts and permits, including a $2 million reimbursement agreement with Texarkana College for the Assembly Line project and a $40,000 design‑only contract with architect Bill Patton. Other items include a $738,670 airport apron expansion contract, a $43,531 grant for youth outdoor education, and updates to water‑meter fees and the FY25 Master Fee List.

• Resolution 2024‑153: approve up to $2,000,000 reimbursement to Texarkana College for Assembly Line construction and up to $40,000 design services by Bill Patton
• Resolution 2024‑149: approve $738,670 contract with Tatum Excavating for airport apron expansion
• Resolution 2024‑151: approve $43,531 grant for outdoor education program in 2026
• Order 2024‑156: add ¾" water meter fee to FY25 Master Fee List
• Resolution 2024‑143: authorize up to $71,055 reimbursement to 2B Builders for economic‑development work

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Texarkana Planning & Zoning Commission will decide on four ordinances and one subdivision plat at its November 4, 2024 meeting. Items include rezoning, specific-use permits for a digital billboard and permanent cosmetics, and approval of the Lavender Pasco Third Addition replat.

• Final plat approval for Lavender Pasco Third Addition between Mall Drive and Summer Ridge Drive
• Ordinance 2024-145: Specific Use Permit for LED display on billboard at 7770 Hampton Road
• Ordinance 2024-146: Specific Use for permanent cosmetics at 824 Richmond Road
• Ordinance 2024-147: Rezoning of 30.61-acre tract at 500 St. Michael Drive
• Ordinance 2024-148: Specific Use for camp trailer and HUD code manufactured home park at 500 St. Michael Drive

City Council

The Texarkana City Council will consider approving a $68,505 contract for runway restriping at the Texarkana Regional Airport and adopting the city's investment policy and budget strategic plan. The meeting will also include public hearings on airport authority easements and a capital improvement plan.

• Approval of $68,505 for Texarkana Regional Airport runway restriping
• Adoption of City investment policy
• Adoption of City Budget Strategic Plan
• Approval of Bowie Central Appraisal District 2024 tax roll
• Public hearing on Texarkana Airport Authority 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan ($135,651,402)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several airport construction contracts and a design-build agreement for The Assembly Line project. The body will also hold public hearings regarding facade improvement loans and a rezoning request on James Street.

• Agreement with Bill Patton for The Assembly Line project not to exceed $2,000,000
• Airport apron construction contracts with Ambrozi Contracting ($2,168,610) and McClelland Engineering ($252,611.87)
• Airport runway 4/22 design agreements with McClelland Engineering for $480,376.97 and $80,050
• Facade Revolving Loan Fund for Hayes Days Holdings, LLC at 216-224 W. 3rd Street up to $100,000
• Rezoning and Specific Use Permit for a manufactured home at 2302 James Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider rezoning a 1.76‑acre parcel at 906 Piney Road from Single Family‑2 to Commercial, allowing a Starbucks coffee shop. The commission will also review a rezoning and specific use permit for a double‑wide HUD manufactured home at 2118 Stevenson Street, and several other rezoning and permit requests. Staff recommend approval for all items.

• Z-24-10: Rezone 906 Piney Road (Tract 334) from Single Family‑2 to Commercial
• Z-24-9: Rezone 2118 Stevenson Street (Lots 6‑7) from Single Family‑2 to Single Family‑3
• S-793: Specific Use Permit for a double‑wide HUD manufactured home at 2118 Stevenson Street
• S-794: Specific Use Permit for an off‑premise billboard at 2003 Chelf Road
• Z-24-11: Rezone 2591 Page Street (Tract 36C) from Single Family‑1 to Single Family‑3

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several contracts and grants, including a major street project and EPA funding. The body will also consider appointments to the Civil Service Commission and a memorandum of understanding with Texarkana College.

• Contract with Francis Excavating LLC for Galleria Oaks and Moores Lane street reconstruction not to exceed $3,165,025.08
• Acceptance of $500,000 EPA Brownfields Job Training Grant for Texarkana College
• Support for $500,000 EPA Brownfields Community Wide Assessment grant application
• Proposed $100,000 facade improvement loan for 216-224 W. 3rd Street
• Rezoning request for 2302 James Street from Industrial-1 to Single Family-3

The City Council approved a $3,165,025.08 contract with Francis Excavating LLC for the Galleria Oaks and Moores Lane street reconstruction project, funded by the 2022 Bond Fund. The council also approved a related agreement with TxDOT, accepted a $500,000 EPA Brownfields Job Training Grant, and supported a joint application for another $500,000 EPA grant. Several items were moved forward to the October 14 meeting, including a facade improvement loan and two zoning requests for 2302 James Street.

• Approved $3,165,025.08 contract with Francis Excavating LLC for Galleria Oaks and Moores Lane street reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-111 authorizing TxDOT Local On-System Agreement for the street reconstruction project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-107 reappointing Jo Ann Rice to the Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-113 confirming Brandon Washington's appointment to the Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-108 accepting $500,000 EPA Brownfields Job Training Grant and sub-grant with Texarkana College (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-109 supporting application for $500,000 EPA Brownfields Community-Wide Assessment Grant with Texarkana, AR (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-106 Memorandum of Understanding with Texarkana College (unanimous)
• Moved forward facade loan for 216-224 W. 3rd St. and rezoning/SUP for 2302 James Street to October 14 meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024, and fixing the property tax rate for 2025. The body will also vote on the cancellation of the November 5 general election due to unopposed candidates.

• Ordinance No. 2024-092: Adopting the budget for fiscal year Oct 1, 2024 to Sept 30, 2025
• Ordinance No. 2024-093: Fixing the property tax rate and levy for fiscal year ending Sept 30, 2025
• Resolution No. 2024-103: Homeland Security Grant application for Emergency Communications Project up to $87,575.50
• Order No. 2024-104: Cancellation of Nov 5, 2024 General Election for Mayor and Wards 1 and 2
• Ordinance No. 2024-100: Specific Use Permit for tattooing at 1002 Wood Street

The City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2025 budget, set the property tax rate at $0.6500 per $100 valuation, and authorized the issuance of $525,000 in tax notes for street improvements. The council also approved several site plans, a specific use permit for a tattoo studio, and a resolution to fund a water line relocation project.

• Adopted FY 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted $0.6500 property tax rate (unanimous)
• Authorized $525,000 Tax Notes, Series 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for duplex at 210-212 Cheyenne Place (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for church addition at 524 Sowell Lane (unanimous)
• Granted Specific Use Permit for tattoo studio at 1002 Wood Street (unanimous)
• Approved water rate continuation for Highway 82 line relocation (unanimous)
• Confirmed Jayme DeHaan to Zoning Board of Adjustment (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Texarkana Planning & Zoning Commission will decide on two related land-use actions at 2302 James Street: a rezoning from Industrial-1 to Single Family-3 and a Specific Use Permit to place a single-wide HUD-code manufactured home on a vacant lot. Staff recommend approval of both requests with conditions.

• Z-24-8 rezoning from Industrial-1 to Single Family-3 on Lot 3, Block 2, Carpenters Addition, 2302 James Street
• S-792 Specific Use Permit for single-wide HUD-code manufactured home at 2302 James Street
• Staff recommend approval of both requests with stipulations including 3-year permit validity and HUD-code compliance

City Council

The City Council is discussing a major contract for an Advanced Metering Infrastructure System and a budget for the 2025 fiscal year. The body is also reviewing several site plan amendments and a new fee list for 2025.

• Contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. for leak detection and metering not to exceed $18,169,793
• Agreement with MTG Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. for Waco Street Reconstruction up to $165,000
• Grant of $7,500 from AKC Reunite Organization to purchase a K9 dog
• Proposed 2025 Master Fee List including building permit fees
• Specific Use Permit for tattooing at 1002 Wood Street

The City Council approved a contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. to install an Advanced Metering Infrastructure System with leak detection for Texarkana, Texas and Arkansas, at a total cost not to exceed $18,169,793, with the Texas portion not to exceed $10,231,625. The council also adopted the FY 2025 Master Fee List, which includes new fees for the Swanger Baseball Complex and increases to various water and sewer rates. The FY 2025 budget ordinance was postponed to the September 9 meeting.

• Approved $18.17M Johnson Controls advanced metering infrastructure contract (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 Master Fee List with new Swanger Complex fees (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Citizens Petition Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted revisions to Employee Policy Manual effective Oct 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $165,000 MTG Engineers contract for Waco Street design (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 AKC Reunite grant for K9 purchase (unanimous)
• Postponed FY 2025 budget ordinance to Sept 9 meeting
• Reappointed Alice Coleman and Carolyn Moore to boards (unanimous)

City Council

The Texarkana City Council will decide on a $18,169,793 contract with Johnson Controls to install an Advanced Metering Infrastructure System with leak detection, and vote on accepting a 17-acre donation in the Falvey Industrial Park from the Texarkana USA Chamber of Commerce. The meeting also includes a swearing-in for the new Ward 3 council member and public hearings on tax-rate proposals and fee schedules.

• Resolution No. 2024-084 accepting 17 acres in Falvey Industrial Park from Texarkana USA Chamber of Commerce
• Resolution No. 2024-091 authorizing $18,169,793 contract with Johnson Controls for water-system leak detection
• Resolution No. 2024-094 proposing 2024-25 tax rate of $0.650000 per $100 assessed valuation
• Swearing-in of Ward 3 Council Member Steve Thompson
• Consideration of Council Member appointment to the IAC/Bi-State Committee

The Texarkana City Council held a regular meeting on August 12, 2024, where it approved several items. The council unanimously approved a resolution proposing a property tax rate of $0.650000 per $100 of assessed valuation for FY 2025, which is the same rate as the previous year, and authorized public notice of the proposal. It also unanimously approved accepting a donation of approximately 17 acres of land in the Falvey Industrial Park from the Texarkana USA Chamber of Commerce for economic development. Additionally, the council approved a solar carport lease for the airport and authorized the purchase of new computer equipment.

• Approved resolution proposing FY 2025 tax rate of $0.650000 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of ~17 acres in Falvey Industrial Park from Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved 15-year Solar Carport Airport Lease for Texarkana Regional Airport (unanimous)
• Approved $74,929.32 purchase of Dell computers and accessories (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Keep Texarkana Beautiful, TIRZ, and Bi-State/IAC boards (unanimous)
• Approved consent items including minutes and a fire protection agreement correction (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land-use requests, including a replat for the Hyatt Addition and site plan approvals for properties on Cheyenne Place and Sowell Lane. The commission will also review a specific use permit for a tattooing business on Wood Street.

• Replat of a portion of Lot 2, Block 3, Waggoner Creek Crossing One (Hyatt Addition)
• Site plan approval for 210-212 Cheyenne Place (Amendment to PD-99-14)
• Site plan approval for a 5.643-acre tract at 524 Sowell Lane (Amendment to PD-79-6)
• Specific Use Permit for tattooing at 1002 Wood Street (Lots 7 and 8, Block 108, City Triggs Addition)

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a replat for the Hyatt Addition, site plan amendments for PD-99-14 and PD-79-6, and a specific use permit for tattooing at 1002 Wood Street. All items were adopted with stipulations where noted. The commission also approved the July 1, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved Hyatt Addition replat (unanimous)
• Approved PD-99-14 site plan amendment with stipulations (unanimous)
• Approved PD-79-6 site plan amendment with stipulations (unanimous)
• Approved specific use permit for tattooing at 1002 Wood Street with stipulations (unanimous)
• Approved July 1, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Texarkana City Council will consider several consent items, including a $2.53 million contract for street reconstruction on Kennedy Lane and Westlawn Drive, a sewer relocation project, lighting upgrades, and budget amendments. They will also hold public hearings on a CDBG action plan, a billboard permit revocation and new permit, a rezoning, and a manufactured home permit. Action items include supporting a Certified Local Government application, an air show MOU, and contract amendments for soccer complex and Swanger Complex construction.

• Resolution 2024-079: $2,530,684.15 contract with R.K. Hall for Kennedy Lane/Westlawn Drive street reconstruction
• Resolution 2024-080: $134,581.69 contract for Grady T. Wallace sewer relocation
• Resolution 2024-081: $60,361 lighting upgrade at Texarkana Convention Center
• Ordinance 2024-087: $850,000 additional appropriation for Swanger Complex construction (total $1,050,000)
• Resolution 2024-086: $1,411,060 contract amendment for Swanger Complex construction (net increase $1,016,060)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure and construction items, including a major street reconstruction project and updates to the Swanger Complex. The agenda also includes election orders, budget amendments, and various zoning and permit requests.

• Street reconstruction for Kennedy Lane and Westlawn Drive: $2,530,684.15
• Grady T. Wallace 10" sewer relocation project: $134,581.69
• Texarkana Convention Center lighting upgrades: $60,361
• Swanger Complex construction amendment at Spring Lake Park: $224,972 increase
• Swanger Complex construction amendment at Spring Lake Park: $1,411,060 increase

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a replat request for the Whitaker Addition, located at Chelf Road and Pansy Street. The proposal by owners Clint and Glenda Whitaker aims to create a 2-lot subdivision from part of Blocks 2 and 3 of Urban Heights.

• Replat of Whitaker Addition and 3 Urban Heights at Chelf Road and Pansy Street
• Proposed creation of a 2-lot subdivision

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including utility contracts, airport master plans, and zoning changes. The agenda also includes a special election order to fill the Ward 3 vacancy.

• Special election for Ward 3 Councilmember on July 30, 2024
• Revenue and Water System Loss Audit Project contract up to $200,000
• Spring Lake Park 6” Water and Sewer Relocation Project up to $233,351.40
• Sale of 8.179 acres of land by Texarkana Airport Authority for $139,349
• Rezoning of 300 Savannah Hill Drive from General Retail to Commercial

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider several land development items, including final and preliminary plats for residential and commercial areas. The agenda also includes requests for specific use permits regarding billboards and a manufactured home.

• Final Plat for Cedar Cottages Addition in the 5800 block of Cooks Lane
• Final and Preliminary plat for Racetrac Kings Highway at 4610 South Kings Highway
• Revocation of Specific Use Permit S-586 for an outdoor advertising sign on Guss Orr Drive
• Specific Use Permit S-789 for an outdoor billboard on Lot 1B, Arklatex Realty Subdivision
• Rezoning Z-24-7 and Specific Use Permit S-790 for 2802 Flower Acre Road

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items, including a $1.7 million allocation for an airport terminal project. The meeting also includes public hearings on rezoning requests and new door-to-door selling regulations.

• Allocation of $1,749,296.33 to the 2017 Bond Fund for the airport terminal project
• Purchase of a new HVAC chiller for the Southwest Center up to $94,825.60
• Reappointment of Municipal Court Judge Sherry L. Jackson
• Ordinance to align city election polling locations with Bowie County
• New 'Door-to-Door Selling' regulations in the Code of Ordinances

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider several land use requests, including site plan approvals and rezoning applications. These items involve proposed commercial uses such as an outdoor car lot, a cabinet manufacturing company, and permanent cosmetics.

• Site plan approval for a 2,525 sq ft building at 3408 Arista Boulevard
• Rezoning from General Retail to Commercial at 300 Savannah Hill Drive
• Rezoning from General Retail to Commercial at 3309 New Boston Road
• Specific Use Permit for permanent cosmetics at 3218 Texas Boulevard
• Updates to the Comprehensive Plan Implementation for 2024

City Council

The City Council will review the annual financial report and consider a resolution to support a federal grant for Union Station redevelopment. The meeting also includes public hearings for multiple rezoning requests and site plan approvals.

• Joint Resolution No. 2024-048 supporting the CRISI grant for Union Station Redevelopment
• Rezoning of 2300 Buchanan Road from Single Family-1 to Planned Development - Commercial
• Rezoning of 5613 Richmond Road from Single Family-1 to Planned Development General Retail
• Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 1616 Iowa Street
• Resolution No. 2024-049 amending the CDBG 2023 Annual Action Plan

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a rezoning request for a service station on New Boston Road. Other items include a site plan for a CPA office on Texas Boulevard and a specific use permit for a daycare on N Akin Avenue.

• Rezoning of 4001 New Boston Road from Commercial-Agriculture to Commercial (Tabled)
• Site plan approval for a 6,891 sq ft CPA office at 3603 Texas Boulevard
• Specific Use Permit for a daycare/preschool at 2201 N Akin Avenue

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a bus stop shelter project, window replacements at City Hall, and various rezoning ordinances. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding telecommunications towers and firefighter assignment pay.

• Bus stop shelter project contract with Contech Contractors, Inc. up to $80,852.20
• City Hall exterior north wall window replacement bid from Contech Contractors, Inc. up to $88,508.60
• Advance Funding Agreement for Leopard Drive Shared Use Path and Pedestrian Improvement project
• Rezoning of 1319 Richmond Road from Multiple Family-1/Planned Development - General Retail to Neighborhood Service
• Rezoning of 2300 Buchanan Road from Single Family-1 to Planned Development - Commercial

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including large-scale construction contracts for local parks and various zoning code updates. The agenda also includes discussions on firefighter assignment pay and a proclamation for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

• Contract for Wright Patman Water Treatment Plant road repair up to $61,325
• Construction contract for Grady T. Wallace Park soccer complex up to $3,199,622
• Construction contract for Spring Lake Park Swanger Complex up to $8,279,710
• Ordinance amending the Zoning Code regarding Telecommunications Towers
• Ordinance amending the Zoning Code regarding University Planned Development Districts

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several land use requests, including replats and rezoning applications. The agenda also includes ordinance updates regarding telecommunications towers and university district signage regulations.

• Rezoning of 20.7 acres at 2300 Buchanan Road from Single Family-1 to Commercial
• Ordinance No. 2024-021 regarding Telecommunications Tower and Stealth Telecommunications Tower regulations
• Specific Use Permit for a daycare located at 1616 Iowa Street
• Rezoning of 4 acres at 5613 Richmond Road from Single Family-1 to Planned Development General Retail
• Replat of Joshua Tree First Addition at Elliott Road and New Boston Road into three lots

City Council

The City Council will discuss several major infrastructure projects, including soccer complex and Swanger Complex construction. The agenda also includes a grant for Southwest Center lighting repairs and updates to a TIRZ agreement.

• Parks Master Plan consultation contract with Norris Design up to $32,400
• Southwest Center Lighting repairs and upgrades up to $82,355
• Grady T. Wallace Park soccer complex construction up to $3,199,622
• Swanger Complex at Spring Lake Park construction up to $8,279,710
• TIRZ agreement amendment for Caldera I East

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including a large fund balance allocation for city improvements. The agenda also includes site plan approvals for various properties and a contract for water treatment plant repairs.

• Ordinance No. 2024-019: $7,993,029.10 fund balance rollover and $2,744,215.03 allocation for Bi-State Justice Building, Wallace Park, and Bringle Lake Trail and Bike System
• Resolution No. 2024-020: $85,705 contract to repair the Wright Patman Water Treatment Plant Low Service Pump
• Ordinance No. 2024-016: TIRZ agreement for Caldera I East in the TIRZ #1 District
• Resolution No. 2024-010: Amendment to City's Agreement with Waste Management of Texas, Inc.
• Site plan approval for 1 Roundabout Way (George Brinlee HRS)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review an ordinance to update the zoning code regarding telecommunications towers. They will also consider plat approvals for properties on Austin Street and Cooks Lane. Additionally, a site plan amendment for a four-acre tract at 1 Roundabout Way is up for consideration.

• James Cannon Addition plat at 2712 Austin Street
• Cedar Cottages Addition preliminary plat on Cooks Lane
• Site plan amendment for a 4-acre tract at 1 Roundabout Way
• Ordinance No. 2024-021 regarding telecommunications towers

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding historic preservation and property rezoning. The agenda also includes items related to the George Dobson Baseball Field and a joint grant application for State Line corridor improvements.

• Joint Resolution No. 2024-014: RAISE grant application for State Line corridor improvements
• Resolution No. 2024-015: Fence removal and installation at George Dobson Baseball Field
• Resolution No. 2024-017: Lease agreement with Mid America League for George Dobson Baseball Field
• Ordinance No. 2024-002: Historic preservation and historic districts regulation changes
• Ordinance No. 2024-004: Rezoning 100 Jones Street from Commercial to Single Family-3

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a $19.9 million revenue appropriation for water and sewer systems and a fire engine repair payment. The agenda also includes multiple rezoning requests, site plan amendments, and public hearings regarding local land use.

• Ordinance No. 2024-008: $19,915,000 appropriation for Waterworks & Sanitary Sewer Systems
• Resolution No. 2024-009: Up to $64,555.01 payment to Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists for fire engine repair
• Ordinance No. 2024-004: Rezoning of 100 Jones Street from Commercial to Single Family-3
• Ordinance No. 2024-006: Rezoning of 3001 Bender Road from Single Family-1 to Two Family-2
• Ordinance No. 2023-154: Rezoning of 7770 Hampton Road from Single Family-2 to Commercial

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission is reviewing an ordinance to create a stand-alone historic preservation program. This move is intended to help the city qualify for grants from the Texas Historical Commission. The proposal includes a 10% decrease in property taxes for 83 properties in the Highland Park Bingham Park Historic Overlay District.

• Ordinance No. 2023-151 establishing a Historic Landmark Preservation Ordinance
• Site plan approval for Home Depot at 4110 St. Michael Drive
• Site plan approval for Richmond-Moores Subdivision at 5605 Richmond Road