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Universal City public meetings in 2022

22 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 20, 2022

City Council

Council to consider auto repair shop permit on Pat Booker Road

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a specific use permit for Solar World Texas, LLC to operate an automotive repair service at 1734 Pat Booker Road. Other business includes a presentation on the Loop 1604 & Byrd PUD Concept Plan, updates to the city's investment policy, health benefits for retirees, and traffic sign changes. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes and repealing outdated ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Council approves specific use permit for Tint World on Pat Booker Road

City Council approved a specific use permit for Solar World Texas, LLC to operate a tint and wrapping business. The council also updated the city's public fund investment resolution and modified retiree health benefit premiums.

Tue Dec 6, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council repeals three inactive committees and updates traffic stop signs

City Council approved the repeal of the Citizens Advisory Commission, the Committee for the Promotion of Universal City, and the Municipal Disaster Emergency Services Committee. The Council also approved an ordinance to change specific yield intersections to full stop sign locations and passed a budget amendment for FY 2021-2022.

Mon Dec 5, 2022

Planning and Zoning

✓ Decided: P&Z Commission approves specific use permit for automotive services on Pat Booker Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request for Solar World Texas, LLC to operate a Tint World Styling Center. The approval includes conditions regarding indoor work and nuisance complaint investigations.

Tue Nov 22, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Parks & Recreation Commission approves October minutes and cancels December meeting

The Commission approved the October 25, 2022 meeting minutes and agreed to cancel the December 2022 meeting. Members discussed the City Parks master plan, Cimarron Park improvements, and logistics for the 2023 Snowfest event.

Tue Nov 15, 2022

City Council

Council to canvass bond election results, hear two concept plans

The City Council will canvass the returns of a recent bond election and declare the results. They will also hear presentations on revised concept plans for the Loop 1604 & Byrd PUD and for 2280 Pat Booker Rd. A consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a second reading of an ordinance revising weed regulations.

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✓ Decided: Universal City Council approves $30M street improvement bond

City Council canvassed the results of the November 8, 2022 Special Election, confirming the passage of Proposition A. The council also approved a revised weed ordinance. Two mixed-use and multi-family development concept plans were presented for feedback but not voted upon.

Wed Nov 9, 2022

Library Advisory Commission

✓ Decided: Library Advisory Commission approves new children and programming policies

The commission approved a new Library Programming Policy and an updated Unattended Children Policy. The updated children's policy now includes the terms "Guardian" and "Caregiver" alongside "Parents."

Tue Nov 1, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on weed ordinance and review 4th quarter finances

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance amending the International Property Maintenance Code regarding weeds, and will discuss the FY2021-2022 4th Quarter Financial Report. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and ordinances on rate adjustments and fee removals.

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✓ Decided: Universal City Council approves updated weed ordinances and financial reports

City Council approved a new ordinance allowing the Fire Marshal to determine firebreak distances for vacant lots on a case-by-case basis. The council also approved the FY2021-2022 4th Quarter Financial Report and several updates to city fees and permits.

Tue Oct 25, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Parks & Recreation Commission approves September meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the September 27, 2022, meeting. Members received updates on the Parks Master Plan and several ongoing park improvement projects. No other formal votes were taken.

Tue Oct 18, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on waste rate hike, alarm fee repeal, and fee schedule update

The City Council will hold first readings on three ordinances: adjusting Waste Management's base rates per an annual CPI/fuel adjustment, eliminating the annual residential alarm permit requirement and its associated fees, and updating the city's fee schedule for licenses, permits, and inspections. Council will also consider writing off bad debt from October 2020 through September 2022 and receive an update on the American Rescue Plan Act budget.

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Wed Oct 5, 2022

City Council

City Council to consider rezoning 21 acres for mixed-use development

The City Council will discuss a second reading of an ordinance to rezone a property for commercial, retail, and office use. The body will also consider a fee waiver for a local veterans parade.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022

City Council

Universal City Council to consider 2022 tax rate and zoning changes

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a zone change and plan approval for a 21.140-acre tract on Old Seguin Road. The body is also considering the 2022 Ad Valorem Tax Rate and updates to personnel policies regarding longevity, tuition, and step increases.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022

City Council

Universal City Council to discuss FY 2022-2023 budgets and 2022 tax rate

The City Council will consider the FY 2022-2023 budgets and a proposed 2022 Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.656205 per $100 of appraised value. The body will also discuss the issuance of Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds and the purchase of real property.

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Thu Sep 1, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

EDC to discuss real property purchase at 119 E. Aviation and 118 E. Langley

The Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss the purchase and value of specific real property. The body will meet in a closed session for negotiations and attorney consultation before reconvening in open session for potential action.

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Tue Aug 30, 2022

City Council

City Council holds hearings on proposed FY 2022-2023 budgets and tax rate

The City Council is conducting public hearings regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 city budgets and the supporting tax rate. The agenda includes detailed revenue forecasts for the General Fund and Utility Fund, as well as departmental expenditure breakdowns.

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Tue Aug 16, 2022

City Council

Universal City Council to discuss bond election and 2022 tax rate

The City Council is considering a bond election and a financing plan for waterworks and sewer system revenue bonds. The body will also review the FY2022-2023 budgets and the proposed 2022 tax rate.

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Mon Aug 15, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

EDC to consider MOU for development of 41.61 acres on E Loop 1604

The Economic Development Corporation will consider a Memorandum of Understanding with Reunion Development Partners, LLC. The agreement establishes a period of exclusive negotiations to determine terms for the acquisition and development of a property located at 11514 E Loop 1604.

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Thu Aug 11, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

EDC discusses sign improvements for Randolph Plaza Shopping Center

The board discussed potential financial assistance for a multi-tenant pole sign at 900-940 Pat Booker Rd. The body also considered the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget and upcoming officer elections.

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Thu Jul 14, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

Economic Development Corporation discusses incentives and board appointments

The Economic Development Corporation is considering an incentive agreement for a structure at 900-940 Pat Booker Rd. The meeting also includes discussions on board member reappointments and the election of officers.

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Thu May 12, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

EDC considers infrastructure assistance and incentives for 122 W. Lindbergh

The Universal City Economic Development Corporation will discuss financial assistance for targeted infrastructure projects. The board will also hold a public hearing and consider a performance agreement for improvements to a commercially zoned structure at 122 W. Lindbergh.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

EDC discusses road improvements and Pat Booker Rd project task orders

The Economic Development Corporation is considering a proposal for design and construction services for the Universal City Thoroughfare and Roundabout Improvements at Kitty Hawk. The board will also discuss potential task orders related to the Universal City Pat Booker Rd Improvement Project.

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Thu Mar 10, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

EDC considers hotel amendments and real property purchases

The Economic Development Corporation is considering a contract amendment for the Town Suites by Marriot Hotel construction. The board will also discuss potential sponsorships and several real property acquisitions.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022

EDC - Economic Development Corporation

EDC to consider incentive agreement for 1732 Universal City Blvd

The Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider a performance agreement with Exordium I, LLC for improvements at 1732 Universal City Blvd. The board will also discuss the relocation of a building at 406 Bowie and the future use of 110 E. Wright.

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