Universal City public meetings in 2024
78 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Notice of Possible Quorum
This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Universal City Council at a Volunteer Appreciation Event. The event is purely social; no council action, deliberations, or business will occur. The notice complies with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Notice of Possible Quorum
The City Council issued a notice of possible quorum for the Universal City Tree Lighting event on December 3, 2024. No council action, deliberations, or business will occur; the event is purely social.
- No actionable items; this is a social event only
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances to amend the Future Land Use Plan and rezone 205 W. Byrd Blvd from residential to commercial via a Planned Unit Development. They will also hear a concept presentation for Savannah Farms, a 73-acre residential and commercial development by Meritage Homes in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a specific use permit for an accessory dwelling unit. Action items include awarding a contract for Olympia Hills Operational Assessment and accepting a bid for the National & East Langley Street Reconstruction Project.
- Public hearing and ordinance to amend FLUP at 205 W. Byrd Blvd from MDR to GC and rezone to PUD for commercial use
- Concept presentation for Savannah Farms (Meritage Homes) on FM 1518, a planned 551-lot subdivision with commercial
- Consent agenda: Specific Use Permit for accessory residential unit at 234 Flintstone Lane
- Award contract for Olympia Hills Operational Assessment
- Bid acceptance for National & East Langley Street Reconstruction Project
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request for a Specific Use Permit (SU 027) to allow an accessory residential unit (mother-in-law flat) at 222 Ivy Lane in an R3-Medium Density Residential District. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the remainder is procedural (minutes, city manager’s report).
- Public hearing and consideration of Specific Use Permit (P.C. 616) for a mother-in-law flat at 222 Ivy Lane (CB 5053B BLK 1 LOT 6) in an R3 district
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request (VC 681) for a property zoned R-3-Medium Density Residential at 13370 Galicia. The applicant seeks permission for a carport to encroach the 5-foot side yard setback by 4 feet, placing it one foot from the property line. The board will also vote on approving minutes from the previous meeting.
- Public hearing and consideration of variance V.C. 681 for 13370 Galicia to allow carport 1 foot from side property line (4-foot encroachment into 5-foot setback)
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of August 26, 2024
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission of Universal City was scheduled to meet on October 22, 2024, but the meeting was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No items were discussed or decided.
City Council
The City Council will decide on the sale of 1.587 acres of city-owned land to the Universal City Economic Development Corporation for conveyance to Chick-Fil-A, Inc. The body will also hold public hearings regarding zoning amendments and a specific use permit for a residential unit.
- Sale of 1.587 acres near Kitty Hawk Blvd and Universal City Boulevard to the Universal City Economic Development Corporation for Chick-Fil-A, Inc.
- Public hearing and ordinance for a Specific Use Permit for a mother-in-law flat at 234 Flintstone Lane
- Public hearing and ordinances to change 205 W. Byrd Boulevard from residential to General Commercial
- Bid acceptance for Kitty Hawk Thoroughfare & Roundabout Improvements
- Reimbursement for D&D Contractors for CDBG Hillview Drive Street Improvement Project
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss land conveyance and economic incentives. The body will also elect officers for a one-year term and review infrastructure improvements.
- Sale of approximately 1.587 acres of real property to the UCEDC for conveyance to Chick-Fil-A, Inc.
- Performance Agreement with the Alamo Community Disc Club for an economic development incentive
- Contractor recommendation for Kitty Hawk Thoroughfare and Roundabout Improvements
- Election of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer
- Review of financial reports and bills to be paid
Planning and Zoning
The commission will hold public hearings on a request to change the land use and zoning of a 0.717-acre tract to general commercial. The body will also consider a permit for a mother-in-law flat and a subdivision replat.
- Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for an Accessory Residential Unit at 234 Flintstone Lane
- Proposed Future Land Use Plan amendment for 205 W. Byrd Boulevard from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial
- Proposed Zoning Map Amendment for 205 W. Byrd Boulevard from Old Town Residential to C4-General Commercial
- Request for approval of the Replat Establishing CFA UC Subdivision 2 (2.557 acres)
City Council
The City Council will review zoning amendments and a specific use permit for professional offices. The body will also consider a policy for the investment of public funds and a utility bad debt write-off.
- Zoning Map Amendment for 840 North Boulevard from C2-Retail to C1-Neighborhood Services
- Specific Use Permit for Modern Geosciences professional office at 121 W. Wright Boulevard
- Resolution 960-A-2024 regarding the Policy for the Investment of Public Funds
- Utility Bad Debt Write-Off
- Discussion on Public Meeting Space
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Notice of Possible Quorum
This is a notice of a possible quorum of the City Council at the Universal City Pumpkin Patch, a social event with no council business, deliberations, or actions taking place. The notice is posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Event location: 2150 Universal City Blvd, Universal City, TX 78148
- Event dates: October 2 – 31, 2024, generally 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- No council action, deliberations, or business will occur
Parks & Recreation Commission
The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for September 24, 2024, was cancelled.
Board of Adjustment
This scheduled regular meeting of the Board of Adjustment has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
City Council
The Universal City Council will vote on final readings of ordinances setting the 2024 ad valorem tax rate at $0.514382 per $100 of appraised value, rezoning 840 North Boulevard from C2-Retail to C1-Neighborhood Services, and granting a specific use permit at 121 W. Wright Boulevard for a professional office. The council also will consider a resolution amending the FY 2023/2024 budget and a resolution supporting state legislation for a dedicated funding mechanism for the Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption program.
- Second reading of Ordinance 656-E-2024 setting 2024 ad valorem tax rate at $0.514382 per $100 of appraised value
- Public hearing and second reading of Zoning Map Amendment at 840 North Boulevard from C2-Retail to C1-Neighborhood Services to allow a commercial day care by-right
- Public hearing and second reading of Specific Use Permit at 121 W. Wright Boulevard for Modern Geosciences professional office use in C2-Retail District
- Resolution 961-B-2024 amending the FY 2023/2024 budget
- Resolution 974-2024 supporting state legislation for dedicated funding of Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption program
The City Council approved the 2024 ad valorem tax rate of $0.514382 per $100 of appraised value on second reading (4-1, with Rubal dissenting). They also approved a zoning map amendment for 840 North Boulevard, a specific use permit for Modern Geosciences at 121 W. Wright Boulevard, a budget amendment, a resolution supporting state funding for the Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption, and rescheduled two upcoming meetings. All other items were approved unanimously.
- Approved Ordinance 656-E-2024 setting 2024 tax rate at $0.514382 per $100 (4-1)
- Approved zoning map amendment for 840 North Boulevard from C2 to C1 (5-0)
- Approved Specific Use Permit for Modern Geosciences at 121 W. Wright Blvd (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 961-B-2024 amending FY 2023/2024 budget (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 974-2024 supporting DVHS funding legislation (5-0)
- Approved TML Risk Pool Board ballots as presented (5-0)
- Rescheduled Oct 1 and Nov 5 meetings to Oct 2 and Nov 6 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes of Aug 20 and Sep 3 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider a rezoning from C2-Retail to C1-Neighborhood Services at 840 North Boulevard to allow commercial day care services, a specific use permit for a professional office (engineering firm) at 121 W Wright Boulevard in a C2 district, and a final plat of subdivision for an approximately 12-acre tract at 2280 and 2030 Pat Booker Road. The commission will also elect officers.
- Rezoning request (ZC 260) from C2-Retail to C1-Neighborhood Services at 840 North Boulevard for commercial day care
- Specific Use Permit (SU 025) for a professional office (engineering firm) at 121 W Wright Boulevard in C2-Retail District
- Final plat of subdivision (PUD 2023-104) for approximately 12 acres at 2280 and 2030 Pat Booker Road
- Election of officers for the commission
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting for a collaboration workshop. The session is intended to discuss how to be effective in conducting the people's business.
- Collaboration Workshop to Discuss How to Be Effective in Conducting the People’s Business
City Council
The City Council will hold second public hearings on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and the 2024 tax rate, then is expected to adopt the budget and set the ad valorem tax rate at $0.514382 per $100 of appraised value. The consent agenda includes amendments to the drought response plan and adjustments to water, sewer, and stormwater rates. An executive session will discuss pending litigation concerning property at 205 W Byrd Blvd.
- Second public hearings on FY 2024-2025 budget and 2024 tax rate
- Adoption of Resolution 909-E-2024 (FY 2025 Budget) and setting tax rate via Ordinance 656-E-2024
- Consent agenda: amendments to drought response plan (Ordinance 406-J-2024) and water/sewer/stormwater rate ordinances
- Executive session regarding Camino Nuevo LLC vs. Board of Adjustment (litigation over 205 W Byrd Blvd)
- Ratification of property tax increase via Resolution 909-D-2024
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review updates on basketball court and walking trail projects. The body will also discuss the National Fitness Campaign and the next phase of parking lot improvements at Red Horse Park.
- Update on Red Horse Park Basketball Court Improvements
- Discussion on National Fitness Campaign Presentation
- Discussion on next phase of Red Horse Park parking lot improvements
- Update on Athenian Park walking trail improvements
Board of Adjustment
The Universal City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request for a 320-square-foot storage shed at 202 W. Byrd Blvd and 213 W. Wright Blvd, which exceeds the 250 sq ft maximum in the R-OT zone. The board will also elect officers and discuss pending litigation in executive session. The meeting includes routine approval of previous minutes and a city manager's report.
- Election of officers for the Board of Adjustment
- Public hearing on variance V.C. 680 for a 320 sq ft Connex storage shed at 202 W. Byrd Blvd and 213 W. Wright Blvd (R-OT zoned)
- Consideration of variance V.C. 680 to allow oversized shed exceeding 250 sq ft maximum per zoning ordinance 581
- Executive session to discuss pending litigation: Camino Nuevo, LLC vs. Board of Adjustment of Universal City
- City manager's report on local meeting dates and city project status
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed 2024-2025 budget and the 2024 tax rate. The body will also consider several ordinances related to water, sewer, and stormwater rates, as well as a drought response plan.
- Public Hearing: Proposed FY 2024-2025 Budget
- Public Hearing: Proposed 2024 Tax Rate
- Towing and Impound Services Agreement/Contract Award to Johnny’s Garage
- Depository Agreement with American Bank
- Ordinances to revise Water, Sewer, and Stormwater rates
The City Council approved a total ad valorem tax rate of $0.514382 per $100 of taxable property value for FY 2024-2025, a half-cent decrease from the proposed No New Revenue rate, after a compromise motion by Councilmember Goolsby. The council also approved a five-year depository agreement with American Bank, a towing and impound services contract with Johnny's Garage, an updated Drought Response Plan, and several utility rate ordinances. The tax rate vote was 5-1, with Councilmember Rubal dissenting.
- Approved ad valorem tax rate of $0.514382 per $100 valuation (5-1)
- Approved depository agreement with American Bank (6-0)
- Approved towing and impound services contract with Johnny's Garage (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 406-J-2024 updating Drought Response Plan (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 525-X-2024 updating Waste Management rates (6-0)
- Approved water rates ordinance 149-M-31-09-2024 (6-0)
- Approved sewer rates ordinance 149-M-32-09-2024 (6-0)
- Approved stormwater rates ordinance 570-D-2024 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Notice of Possible Quorum
This notice is for a social function to allow the Communications Department to take photos of City Council members. The document states that no council action will be taken and no city business will be conducted.
Miscellaneous
The City Council will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2024 to consider adopting an updated Drought Contingency Plan. The plan governs water use restrictions during shortages and must be updated every five years. Changes include a new public outreach section, adding the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer to the groundwater definition, removing newspaper stage notice requirements, and updating rate surcharge tiers for Stage IV emergencies.
- Public hearing to adopt updated Drought Contingency Plan
- Plan includes new public outreach section (Sec. 2-10-102)
- Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer added to groundwater definition, triggers tied to Index Well J-17
- Stage notice requirements moved from newspapers to City Hall
- Updated rate surcharge tiers for Stage IV Emergency Water Shortage Conditions
City Council
The City Council will hold presentations on the FY 2024-2025 budget and the FY 2024 tax rate. The body will also consider updates to library policies and a street improvement bid.
- FY 2024-2025 Budget and FY 2024 Tax Rate presentations
- Bid acceptance for CDBG Hillview Drive Street Improvements
- Resolution 889-J-2024: Adopting a 2024 Interlibrary Loan Policy
- Resolution 889-K-2024: Amending the Library Meeting Room Policy
- Ordinance 625-A-2024: New Non-Retroactive Repeating COLA option
The City Council voted to postpone the Library Meeting Room Policy resolution until a more comprehensive Public Meeting Space Policy is presented, with the mayor breaking a 3-3 tie. The council also received the FY 2024-2025 budget presentation and the tax rate presentation, but took no final action on either. Several other items were approved, including the consent agenda, interlibrary loan policy, PACE program amendment, and a street improvement bid.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and COLA ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 889-J-2024 adopting 2024 Interlibrary Loan Policy (unanimous)
- Postponed Resolution 889-K-2024 Library Meeting Room Policy (4-3, mayor breaking tie)
- Approved Resolution 926-B-2024 amending PACE Program Report (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Education (unanimous)
- Awarded $710,056.17 bid to D&D Contractors for Hillview Drive Street Improvements (unanimous)
- Appointed Mary Flack to Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning
The regular meeting of the Universal City Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for August 5, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for July 23, 2024, was cancelled.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and decide on two items: a variance to allow an 8-foot fence at 128 Low Meadow Drive (exceeding the 6-foot limit) and an appeal of an administrative error regarding nonconforming buildings at 205 W. Byrd Boulevard. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a city manager's report.
- Public hearing and consideration of variance VC 678 to allow an 8-foot fence at 128 Low Meadow Drive (R3 zone)
- Public hearing and consideration of appeal VC 679 regarding nonconforming buildings at 205 W. Byrd Boulevard (per City Charter Section 7.02)
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of February 26, 2024
Library Advisory Commission
The Library Advisory Commission will discuss proposed changes to the Interlibrary Loan Policy and amendments to the Library Meeting Room Policy. The Commission will also receive the Library Director's report and consider approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review and discussion of proposed changes to Interlibrary Loan Policy
- Review and discussion of proposed amendments to Library Meeting Room Policy
City Council
The City Council will discuss a rezoning extension for a multi-family residential property and a new COLA option. The body is also deciding on board appointments and the FY 2024-2025 budget for the Universal City Economic Development Corporation.
- Rezoning extension for a 13.968-acre property at 2902 Pat Booker Road to PUD 2023-101 District
- Ordinance 625-A-2024: New Non-Retroactive Repeating COLA Option
- Pay Application #4 invoice for Ivy Lane Street Improvements construction
- FY 2024-2025 Universal City Economic Development Corporation (UCEDC) Budget
- Contract award for Comprehensive Plan Update
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation will discuss potential board appointments or re-appointments. The meeting also includes a review of financial reports, including bills to be paid and expected expenses. Staff will provide updates on project status and upcoming economic events.
- Consideration of UCEDC Board appointments and/or re-appointments
- Review of financial reports, including bills to be paid and transfers
- Staff report on project status and upcoming economic events
City Council
The City Council will present and discuss the proposed fiscal year 2025 budget during a special work session. The meeting includes a review of projected revenues and expenditures for various funds, including the General Fund and Enterprise Funds.
- Proposed FY 2025 General Fund revenue of $19,928,122
- Proposed Police Department expenditure of $4,882,646
- Proposed Fire Department expenditure of $3,874,524
- Projected Ad Valorem Tax revenue of $9,262,540
- Review of the proposed Utility Fund and Stormwater Management budgets
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Notice of Possible Quorum
This notice informs the public that a quorum of City Council members may be present at the 48th annual 4th of July Jubilee Parade in Schertz. No city business, deliberations, or official actions will take place during this social event.
- 48th annual 4th of July Jubilee Parade
City Council
The City Council regular meeting scheduled for July 2, 2024, has been cancelled. There were no items for consideration by the City Council. The cancellation was directed by Mayor Tom Maxwell in accordance with Resolution 956-B-2023.
Planning and Zoning
The regular meeting of the Universal City Planning and Zoning Commission was scheduled for July 1, 2024. This meeting was cancelled.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will review the minutes from the April 23, 2024, meeting. Members will receive updates on basketball court improvements and a parking lot project at Red Horse Park. Additionally, there will be a discussion regarding the future Cibolo Creek Trail project.
- Red Horse Park basketball court improvements update
- Red Horse Park parking lot project update
- Various park improvements update
- Cibolo Creek Trail project discussion
- Approval of April 23, 2024, meeting minutes
Board of Adjustment
The regular meeting of the Universal City Board of Adjustment scheduled for June 24, 2024, was cancelled.
Notice of Possible Quorum
The Universal City Council may participate in an educational presentation by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regarding deer and other community wildlife matters. This is an informal information-gathering activity where no official city business will be conducted or votes taken.
- Texas Parks and Wildlife Department presentation on deer and wildlife
City Council
The City Council will consider rezoning a 13.968-acre property at 2902 Pat Booker Road for multi-family residential use. The agenda also includes the establishment of a Neighborhood Traffic Committee to address road safety and speeding. Additionally, the council will review library policy amendments and a crime prevention grant application.
- Rezoning 2902 Pat Booker Road from C3-Commercial to PUD for multi-family use
- Bid acceptance for Kitty Hawk Emergency Access Service Road and Parking Lot
- Establishment of a Neighborhood Traffic Committee regarding road safety
- Amending the Municipal Library Collection Development Policy
- Approving a Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant application
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation is meeting to review financial reports and upcoming fiscal year plans. The board will consider the FY24-25 budget and review minutes from the April 11, 2024, meeting. Staff will also provide updates on project statuses and upcoming economic events.
- Consideration of the FY24-25 UCEDC Budget
- Review of April 11, 2024, meeting minutes
- Financial report review including bills and expected expenses
- Staff reports on project status and upcoming economic events
Animal Care & Control Advisory Committee
The committee will review the Animal Care and Control Report for January through May 2024. Members will also discuss Penny Paws shot clinics and Bissell Empty the Shelter Events. Additionally, the group will discuss a UCAH price increase.
- Review of Animal Care and Control Report from January to May 2024
- Discussion regarding Penny Paws shot clinics
- Discussion regarding Bissell Empty the Shelter Events
- Discussion regarding UCAH price increase
City Council
The City Council will consider approving construction for the Olympia Hills Greens and Collars Replacement. Staff also presented a recommendation to transfer $801,637 in ARPA funds toward a Fire Ladder Truck. Additionally, the council will review updates to the Code of Conduct Policy and Rules of Procedure.
- Olympia Hills Greens and Collars Replacement construction
- $801,637 ARPA fund transfer for Fire Ladder Truck
- City Council Code of Conduct Policy
- City Council Rules of Procedure
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for June 3, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
Parks & Recreation Commission
This meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of Universal City, Texas, scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 6:00 PM, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard accessibility information.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Universal City Council and the Economic Development Corporation are holding a special joint meeting to consider resolutions authorizing the issuance of $5,300,000 in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024. The bonds will fund projects including land acquisition near the Wal-Mart entrance and the Aviation District, plus related street, utility, and drainage improvements. The council will vote on two resolutions: one from the EDC board and one from the city council approving the bond issuance.
- Issue $5,300,000 in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
- Fund Reunion Project near Wal-Mart entrance and 510 Kitty Hawk Road
- Fund Aviation District Project near Booker Road and Randolph Air Force Base
- Approve Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement with BOKF, NA
- Approve Project and Sales Tax Remittance Agreement
City Council
The Universal City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda to approve prior meeting minutes and an action item to approve Pay Application #3 for the Ivy Lane Street Improvements construction project. Staff will also present reports on a Safe Streets Award, a Mental Health Officer, and city water. A proclamation for National Poppy Day is included.
- Approval of Pay Application #3 for Ivy Lane Street Improvements – Construction
- Proclamation for National Poppy Day 2024 (May 24)
- Staff reports: Safe Streets Award, Mental Health Officer, City Water
- Consent agenda: approval of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for March 25, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
Library Advisory Commission
The Library Advisory Commission will receive a report from the Library Director. The commission will also review and discuss proposed amendments to the Collection Development Policy.
- Review and discussion of proposed amendments to Collection Development Policy
City Council
This special meeting is primarily to canvass the May 4, 2024 general election results, declare the winning candidates, and administer the oath of office. The council will also present awards to outgoing members and elect a Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive business.
- Resolution 973-2024 canvassing election results and declaring winners: Tom Maxwell (Mayor, 820 votes), Phil Vaughan (609), Lori Putt (552), Bernard Rubal (529) for City Council
- Administration of Oath of Office to elected candidates
- Election of Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term
- Presentation of awards to Mayor Williams, Councilmember Buck, and Councilmember Najarian
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation regular meeting scheduled for May 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Universal City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes rezoning and development agreements for the Reunion Development at 11514 E. Loop 1604 N, including a land sale and economic development incentives. It will also review a rezoning for E. Wright Rowhomes, approve several police grants, and hear the FY 2024 Q2 financial and investment reports. The meeting includes an executive session on real property negotiations.
- Reunion Development: FLUP amendment, rezoning 43 acres to PUD 2024-101, incentive agreement with Reunion Development Partners, LLC, and sale of real property at 11514 E. Loop 1604 N
- E. Wright Rowhomes: FLUP amendment and rezoning 0.717 acres at 604 Bowie Drive and 206-218 E. Wright Boulevard to PUD 2024-102
- Ordinance 307-B-2024: amending Vehicle Wrecker/Tow Services requirements
- Ordinance 352-K-2024: amending off-premises sign locations and requirements
- Police grants: Body-Worn Camera (2), Rifle Resistant Body Armor, and ALERT Travel Assistance grants from Office of Governor
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 6, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on Red Horse Park basketball court and parking lot projects, and discuss the UC Park Future Master Plan. The meeting is a regular session with items open for discussion and possible action.
- Update on Red Horse Park basketball court improvements
- Update on Red Horse Park parking lot project
- Discussion on UC Park Future Master Plan
- Consideration of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for Monday evening, 22 April 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled
Animal Care & Control Advisory Committee
The Animal Care & Control Advisory Committee is meeting to review the animal care report for January through March 2024, and to discuss Penny Paws shot clinics, Bissell Empty the Shelter events, and a possible price increase from Universal City Animal Hospital. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Review of Animal Care and Control report for January–March 2024
- Discussion of Penny Paws shot clinics (held 1st and 3rd weekends monthly)
- Discussion of Bissell Empty the Shelter events
- Discussion of UCAH price increase
- Schedule 3rd quarter 2024 meeting and facility tour
City Council
The Universal City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two major development proposals. The first is a 43-acre mixed-use Planned Unit Development (PUD) at 11514 E. Loop 1604 N., including rezoning, a Future Land Use Plan amendment, and agreements with Reunion Development Partners. The second is a 0.717-acre residential PUD for 11 rowhomes at 604 Bowie Drive and 206-218 E. Wright Boulevard. The council will also consider several routine items, including consent agenda minutes, resolutions for economic development, and ordinance amendments.
- Public hearings and ordinances for Reunion Development: FLUP amendment, rezoning to PUD 2024-101, and development agreement with Reunion Development Partners, LLC
- Resolutions authorizing sale of city-owned (32.966 acres) and EDC-owned (9.987 acres) property at 11514 E. Loop 1604 N. to Reunion Development Group
- Public hearings and ordinances for E. Wright Rowhomes: FLUP amendment, rezoning to PUD 2024-102 for 11 rowhome units
- Ordinance amending Vehicle Wrecker/Tow Services requirements (Ordinance 307-B-2024)
- Ordinance amending off-premises sign regulations (Ordinance 352-K-2024)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on economic development incentives, including a performance agreement with Daniels & Daniels Real Estate for improvements at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite A. They will also discuss authorizing the purchase of property at 216 Pat Booker Road and the sale of property at 11514 E. Loop 1604 N. The board will enter closed session to discuss real property negotiations and attorney consultation.
- Public hearing on capital improvement funds for 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite A
- Resolution 2024-6: performance agreement with Daniels & Daniels Real Estate for incentive at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite A
- Resolution 2024-8: public hearing on sales tax revenue expenditures
- Resolution 2024-7: authorizing purchase of 216 Pat Booker Road
- Resolution 2024-9: authorizing sale of 11514 E. Loop 1604 N.
City Council
The Universal City Council will discuss the scope of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, including content areas and costs, and consider several action items. These include amending vehicle wrecker/tow service regulations, approving a pay application for Ivy Lane street improvements, appointing a health authority, and entering a message board service agreement. The consent agenda includes six specific use permits for office and parking uses at various locations. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the sale or development of city-owned property near Loop 1604 and Byrd Boulevard.
- Specific use permits for offices at 2117 Pat Booker Road (Daniels & Daniels, Acorn Legacy, Farmers Insurance) and 1202 Pat Booker Road (Millenium Engineers), plus parking at 890 Coronado Boulevard (KMS Delivery)
- Ordinance 307-B-2024 amending Vehicle Wrecker/Tow Services regulations
- Pay Application #1 for Ivy Lane Street Improvements-Construction
- Resolution 902-2024 appointing Official Health Authority
- Executive session on 43 acres of city-owned land at Loop 1604 and Byrd Boulevard
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider requests to rezone a 43-acre tract between E. Loop 1604 N. Access Road and Universal City Boulevard for a planned unit development (PUD 2024-101) that would allow high-density residential and commercial uses. It will also consider a separate 0.717-acre tract at Bowie Drive and E. Wright Boulevard for a PUD (2024-102) with high-density residential. Staff will present on proposed Sign Code changes and the upcoming Comprehensive Plan Update.
- 43-acre tract: Future Land Use Plan amendment from HC-Highway Commercial and OS-Open Space to include HDR-High Density Residential (P.C. 602/ZC 253)
- 43-acre tract: Zone change from OS-Open Space and C4-General Commercial to PUD 2024-101 (P.C. 603/ZC 254)
- 43-acre tract: Approval of PUD Preliminary and Final Plans (P.C. 604/ZC 255)
- 0.717-acre tract at 604 Bowie Drive and 206-218 E. Wright Blvd: Future Land Use Plan amendment from MDR to HDR (P.C. 605/ZC 256)
- 0.717-acre tract: Zone change from R-OT Old Town Residential to PUD 2024-102 and approval of PUD plans (P.C. 606/ZC 257 and P.C. 607/ZC 258)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission reviewed progress on playground, pavilion, and walking trail projects at Red Horse Park, Veterans Park, and Athenian Park. Members also discussed the recent Snowfest event, including ticket sales, volunteer coordination, and future vendor meetings.
- Red Horse Park playground and pavilion improvements
- Red Horse Park parking lot improvement project
- Veterans Park playground improvements
- Athenian Park walking trail improvements
- Snowfest 2024 recap and discussion
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for March 25, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Library Advisory Commission
This meeting of the Universal City Library Advisory Commission, scheduled for March 20, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding multiple requests for specific use permits. These include office uses at 2117 Pat Booker Road, electric vehicle charging at 890 Coronado Boulevard, and a professional office at 1202 Pat Booker Road.
- Specific Use Permit: Real estate office at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite A
- Specific Use Permit: Telecom service recovery at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite B
- Specific Use Permit: Insurance office at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite B
- Specific Use Permit: Electric vehicle charging at 890 Coronado Boulevard
- Specific Use Permit: Engineering office at 1202 Pat Booker Road
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) will meet to consider the FY 2022-2023 financial audit, set a public hearing on spending about $3.4 million in sales tax revenue, and discuss an economic development incentive for the Alamo Disc Club. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel and the potential purchase of real property at 216 Pat Booker Road. Staff will present updates on the upcoming Comprehensive Plan Update.
City Council
The City Council Regular Meeting scheduled for 05 March 2024 is cancelled because there are no items for consideration. The cancellation was directed by Mayor John Williams under Resolution 956-B-2023 (City Council Rules of Procedure).
- Meeting cancelled due to no items for consideration
- Cancellation directed by Mayor John Williams
- Authority cited: Resolution 956-B-2023
Planning and Zoning
The Universal City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider five Specific Use Permit requests. Four are for office uses at 2117 Pat Booker Road and 1202 Pat Booker Road, and one is for electric vehicle charging at 890 Coronado Boulevard. The commission will also review the minutes from the January 8, 2024 meeting and hear the City Manager's report.
- Specific Use Permit for real estate office at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite A
- Specific Use Permit for telecom service recovery at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite B
- Specific Use Permit for insurance office at 2117 Pat Booker Road, Suite B
- Specific Use Permit for electric vehicle charging at 890 Coronado Boulevard
- Specific Use Permit for engineering office at 1202 Pat Booker Road
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on several park improvement projects, including Red Horse Park playground, pavilion, and parking lot work, Veterans Park playground improvements, and the Athenian Park walking trail. They will also discuss a recap of the recent Snowfest 2024 event. The meeting includes consideration of minutes from previous meetings.
- Update on Red Horse Park playground and pavilion improvements
- Update on Red Horse Park parking lot improvement project
- Discussion on Veterans Park playground improvements
- Update on Athenian Park walking trail improvements
- Snowfest 2024 recap discussion
Board of Adjustment
The Universal City Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider two variance requests. One seeks to allow a garage conversion without installing a required carport at 481 Coronado Boulevard. The other seeks to allow an 8-foot fence where 6 feet is the maximum at 333 Kimberly. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Variance V.C. 676: garage conversion without carport at 481 Coronado Boulevard (R3 zoning)
- Variance V.C. 677: 8-foot fence (2 feet over limit) at 333 Kimberly (R2 zoning)
- Approval of minutes from December 18, 2023 regular meeting
City Council
The Universal City Council will consider appointing Dr. Chichi Junda Woo as the official Health Authority and approving a resolution authorizing financial assistance for targeted infrastructure through the Economic Development Corporation. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, renewing the Purchase Policy, and receiving an informational report on open records requests.
- Resolution 902-2024: Appoint Dr. Chichi Junda Woo as Health Authority
- Resolution 969-2024-3: Approve EDC financial assistance for targeted infrastructure
- Ordinance 544-A-2024: Renew Purchase Policy
- Consider minutes of Feb 6, 2024 regular meeting
- Staff report on FY 22-23 and Q1 FY 23-24 open records requests
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting solely to coordinate the upcoming Snowfest event, with separate sessions for volunteers and vendors. No other business is on the agenda.
- Snowfest volunteer meeting at 6 PM
- Snowfest vendor meeting at 7 PM
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation will consider a resolution to award a construction contract for the Bowie Street Parking Lot, with a low bid of $102,197.10 from CemenTech Concrete Services. The board will also review minutes, financial reports, and staff updates. The meeting is a regular session with no other major action items listed.
- Resolution 2024-3: authorize staff to award construction contract for Bowie Street Parking Lot (low bid $102,197.10 from CemenTech Concrete Services)
- Approve minutes of 11 January 2024 regular meeting
- Financial report: accountant reports, bills to be paid, transfers, expected incoming expenses
- Staff report on project status, council actions, and upcoming events
City Council
The Universal City Council will consider consent agenda items including a specific use permit for a cleaning business, resolutions supporting economic development projects, and final acceptance of public improvements for two KB Home subdivisions. Action items include an interlocal agreement for a fraud task force, repeal of employee purchase and fuel card policies, a budget amendment, and several bid acceptances. The council will also call a general election for May 4, 2024.
- Specific Use Permit for cleaning business at 320 Kitty Hawk Road, Suites 108 & 109
- Resolution authorizing purchase of real property at 110-118 E. Byrd by EDC
- Final acceptance of KB Kitty Hawk Phase 6 and Phase 7 subdivision improvements
- Repeal of Employee Purchase Card Policy (895-D-2021) and Fuel Card Policy (895-E-2021)
- Resolution calling May 4, 2024 general election
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 5, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Animal Care & Control Advisory Committee
The committee will review the Animal Care and Control report covering September through December 2023. Members will also discuss Penny Paws shot clinics and Bissell Empty the Shelter events.
- Review of September 2023 through December 2023 Animal Care and Control Report
- Discussion of Penny Paws shot clinics held on the 1st and 3rd weekend of each month
- Discussion of Bissell Empty the Shelter Events
- Discussion regarding feeding overweight and underweight dogs with Dr. Butler
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review minutes from the December 27, 2023 meeting and discuss updates on Red Horse Park and Veterans Park playground improvements. They will also plan for Snowfest 2024, including vendor and amusement ride arrangements. The meeting is open to the public and may include action on these items.
- Update on Red Horse Park playground and pavilion improvements
- Discussion on Veterans Park playground improvements
- Snowfest 2024 discussion and planning
- Consideration of December 27, 2023 meeting minutes
Library Advisory Commission
The Universal City Library Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for January 17, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
City Council
The Universal City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Specific Use Permit for a residential cleaning business at 320 Kitty Hawk Road, Suites 108 & 109. They will also consider adopting a new personnel policy manual, awarding construction contracts for the Olympia Hills facility and golf course drainage, and discussing a councilmember message board and posting candidate packets online. The agenda includes several routine items and an executive session on property purchase.
- Specific Use Permit for cleaning business at 320 Kitty Hawk Road, Suites 108 & 109
- Adoption of 2024 Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual (Resolution 895-K-2024)
- Award construction contract for Olympia Hills Flooring, Bathroom Renovations, and Interior Finishes
- Bid acceptance for Olympia Hills Golf Course Holes 8 & 9 Drainage Improvements
- Resolution authorizing purchase of real property at 110-118 E. Byrd Boulevard
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
EDC - Economic Development Corporation
The Universal City Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting on January 11, 2024, to consider several economic development items. These include appointing an executive director, approving a performance agreement with Mall-Litto for a storefront improvement incentive at 12000 E. Loop 1604 #112, and authorizing the purchase of real property at 110-118 E. Byrd. The board will also hold a public hearing on the capital improvement expenditure and discuss a letter of intent with Reunion Development Partners, LLC, plus enter closed session to discuss real property negotiations.
- Appointment of an Executive Director
- Resolution 2024-1: performance agreement with Mall-Litto for incentive at 12000 E. Loop 1604 #112
- Resolution 2024-2: authorizing purchase of real property at 110-118 E. Byrd
- Public hearing on capital improvement funds for 12000 E. Loop 1604 #112
- Consider LOI with Reunion Development Partners, LLC
Planning and Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public meetings and hearings on two items: a final plat for a 29.5-acre mixed-use development at E. Loop 1604 N. Access Road and W. Byrd Boulevard, and a specific use permit for office use at 320 Kitty Hawk Road. The commission will also review minutes from the November 2023 meeting and receive a city manager's report.
- Final plat for 29.5-acre Byrd Street Crossing (PUD 2023-103) with variance for plat scale
- Specific Use Permit for administrative/business offices at 320 Kitty Hawk Road, Suites 108 & 109
- Approval of previous meeting minutes (Nov 6, 2023)
- City manager's report on local meetings and project status
City Council
The City Council will consider accepting a bid for the CDBG-funded Ivy Lane Street and Drainage Improvements project, with a total of $667,739.78 to be awarded to D&D Contractors. The agenda also includes an executive session to discuss the sale or development of 43 acres of city-owned vacant land at Loop 1604 and Byrd Boulevard. The meeting is otherwise routine, with consent agenda items and public comment.
- Bid acceptance for Ivy Lane Street and Drainage Improvements: $667,739.78 to D&D Contractors
- Executive session on 43 acres of vacant city-owned property at Loop 1604 and Byrd Boulevard
- Consent agenda includes minutes from December 19, 2023 meeting
- Public comment period for non-agenda items