Venus public meetings in 2021
25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Venus Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two rezoning requests that would allow smaller residential lots. The first would rezone two lots at 501 and 503 S. Walnut Street from R-1 to R-1S to create four small lots. The second would rezone a 3.5-acre lot at 940 W CR 109 from R-1L to R-1 or R-1S, with staff recommending a planned development district with one-acre minimums. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.
- Public hearing and consideration of rezoning 501 and 503 S. Walnut Street from R-1 to R-1S (allows lots as small as 5,000 sq ft)
- Public hearing and consideration of rezoning 940 W CR 109 from R-1L to R-1 or R-1S
- Staff recommends R-1-PD with one-acre minimum lot size for 940 W CR 109
- Approval of minutes from November 18, 2021 special called meeting
City Council
The Venus City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to annex 12.655 acres (Victron Property) and rezone it to C-2 Commercial, plus a conditional use permit for truck fueling and parking. The council will also vote on a $96,310 SCADA system contract, creating a Fire Department and Fire Marshal position, a multifamily site plan, two plats, a fire services contract, and a fee schedule update.
- Annexation of 12.655 acres (Victron Property) with Ordinance No. 745-2021-12
- Zoning change to C-2 Commercial for 12.655 acres (Ordinance No. 746-2021-12)
- Conditional use permit for truck fueling and parking on 2.011 acres
- Award SCADA system to Dedicated Controls, LLC for $96,310
- Ordinance No. 744-2021-12 creating a Fire Department and Fire Chief position
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Venus Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of a zoning change and a conditional use permit for a 12.655-acre tract at US 67 and FM 157, including a 2.011-acre truck fueling and parking area. They will also discuss a Planned Development Site Plan for Heritage Hills Multifamily and consider minor and final plats for two additions in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the December meeting date.
- Zoning change for 12.655 acres at US 67 and FM 157 to C-2 Commercial (Victron Energy)
- Conditional use permit for 2.011 acres for truck fueling and parking, with proposed 8-foot masonry wall and landscape buffer
- Planned Development Site Plan for Heritage Hills Multifamily
- Minor Plat for Ontiveros Addition, 1.568 acres at 300 CR 109
- Final Plat for Medina Addition, 1.728 acres at 12121 FM 1807
City Council
The Venus City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning changes, including converting part of the Patriot Villas property from retail to townhouses, approving a planned development for Heritage Hills Multifamily, and rezoning 73.5 acres for Stallion Ranch. They will also consider ordinances for the Patriot Estates Public Improvement District, a tax increment reinvestment zone, and the purchase of a vac-trailer. The agenda includes routine consent items and staff reports.
- Public hearing and vote on amending PD site plan for Patriot Villas (10.4 acres) to change use from Retail to Townhouses near U.S. 67 and Patriot Parkway
- Public hearing and vote on PD site plan for Heritage Hills Multifamily
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 741-2021-11 to rezone 73.524 acres (Stallion Ranch) from AG to PD
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 742-2021-11 for Patriot Estates Public Improvement District assessments
- Consider purchase of Vac-Trailer from Vermeer
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from a September special meeting and conduct interviews for the position of Economic Development Director in executive session. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from September 27, 2021 special meeting
- Executive session to interview candidates for Economic Development Director
- Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Venus Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several development items, including a zoning change for Stallion Ranch, a revised site plan for Patriot Villas, and a site plan for Heritage Hills Multifamily. The commission may also approve plats for Vargas Addition and Colorado River Crossing. Two items are recommended for continuance to the November 18 meeting.
- Zoning change for 73.524 acres (Stallion Ranch) from AG to PD, south of County Road 109 and east of 7th Street (SH 157)
- Revised PD Site Plan for Patriot Villas: change 10.4 acres from Retail to Townhouses, northwest of U.S. 67 and Patriot Parkway
- PD Site Plan for Heritage Hills Multifamily: 600 units in 22 three-story buildings, 23.6 units/acre
- Final Plat for Vargas Addition: two-lot residential subdivision, 10.011 acres, north of County Road 212 and west of County Road 213
- Preliminary Plat for Colorado River Crossing: 15 residential and 34 commercial lots, 284.09 acres, north of U.S. 67 and either side of County Road 615
City Council
The Venus City Council is holding a special meeting with public hearings and votes on several items, including changing the minimum house size in certain zoning districts, amending a planned development site plan, annexing a 73.5-acre tract, and approving resolutions related to the Patriot Estates Public Improvement District bonds and a reimbursement agreement with LGI Texas Homes. The council will also consider final plats for Patriot Estates Phase 8 and Adelina Place Addition, and set a public hearing for a tax increment reinvestment zone.
- Public hearing and ordinance to increase minimum building size in R-1, R-2, MH-1 districts from 1,250 to 1,400 sq ft
- Public hearing and consideration to amend Planned Development Site Plan for 10.4 acres near U.S. 67 and Patriot Parkway from Retail to Townhouses
- Public hearing and ordinance to annex 73.524-acre tract (Seven S Ranch) south of County Road 109 and east of 7th Street
- Resolution to approve Preliminary Limited Offering Memorandum for Special Assessment Revenue Bonds (Patriot Estates PID)
- Resolution to approve Reimbursement Agreement with LGI Texas Homes for public improvements in Patriot Estates PID
City Council
The Venus City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider adopting the FY 2021-2022 annual budget and a property tax rate of $0.807224 per $100 valuation. Public hearings will be held on both the budget and the tax rate. The council will also vote on several resolutions related to water and sewer easements, a fee schedule update, and an interlocal agreement with Johnson County.
- Adopt FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance 736-2021-09) with total governmental funds of $10,749,745 and water/sewer/sanitation fund of $4,206,916
- Adopt property tax rate of $0.807224 per $100 valuation (Ordinance 737-2021-09), consisting of $0.628408 maintenance and operations and $0.178816 debt rate
- Ratify property tax increase reflected in the adopted budget (Resolution 16-2021-09)
- Approve resolutions to acquire permanent and temporary easements for water tower and sewer projects (Resolutions 11-2021-09 through 14-2021-09)
- Update the Master Fee Schedule (Resolution 15-2021-09) and authorize an interlocal agreement with Johnson County for public improvement assessment collection
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation is holding a special called meeting to hear a presentation from Heartland Park & Recreation, LLC and to discuss and consider the job requirements and description for a Community Economic Development Director position, which has a listed salary of $65,000. The board may also enter executive session for legal, real property, personnel, security, or economic development negotiations.
- Presentation by Heartland Park & Recreation, LLC (Jennie Morgan and Jana Champagne)
- Discussion and consideration of job requirements and description for Community Economic Development Director
- Job description includes salary of $65,000, full-time non-exempt position
- Public comment period with 5-minute limit per speaker
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two zoning changes: increasing the minimum building size in R-1, R-2, and MH-1 districts from 1,250 to 1,400 square feet, and amending the Patriot Villas Planned Development site plan to change part of the property from retail to townhouses. They will also review final plats for Patriot Estates Phase 8 (336 lots) and Adelina Place Addition (one commercial lot). The meeting includes public comment and consent agenda approval.
- Public hearing on zoning text amendment to raise minimum house size from 1,250 to 1,400 sq ft in R-1, R-2, MH-1 districts
- Public hearing on revised PD site plan for Patriot Villas (10.4 acres) to change use from retail to townhouses near U.S. 67 and Patriot Parkway
- Final plat for Patriot Estates Phase 8: 336-lot residential subdivision, 115.81 acres, south of County Road 502 and east of County Road 620
- Final plat for Adelina Place Addition: one-lot commercial subdivision, 0.78 acres, east of North FM 157 and north of U.S. 67
- Staff notes minimum house size increase could raise home prices by up to $22,500
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation will consider two main items: purchasing and installing shade sails/canopies at Shanna Park and Fielder Park for up to $71,999.50, and approving the FY 2021-22 annual budget. The board will also approve minutes from the August 9, 2021 meeting. Public comments are allowed.
- Purchase and installation of shade sails/canopies for Shanna Park and Fielder Park, quote $71,999.50 from Adventure Playground Systems
- Approval of FY 21-22 budget with total revenues of $348,590 and expenditures of $298,590
- Budget includes $166,651 for personnel costs (Community Development Director and Parks Personnel)
- Budget includes $50,000 for park improvements (special projects)
- Public comment period with 5-minute limit per speaker
City Council
The Venus City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 13, 2021, to discuss and consider a wide range of items, including a final plat for a multifamily subdivision, a preliminary plat for a 106-lot residential subdivision, an ordinance amending water rates, several interlocal agreements with Johnson County and DPS, and resolutions related to easements and a public improvement district. The agenda also includes consent agenda items, staff reports, and an executive session for legal discussions.
- Final Plat for Lot 1, Block A, Palladium Venus Addition (8.0 acres multifamily, west of FM 157, north of U.S. 67)
- Ordinance No. 735-2021-09 amending Chapter 32 Utilities water rates
- Preliminary Plat for Horizons at Bankston Estates (106-lot residential, 24.395 acres, south of FM 1807, west of County Road 213)
- Interlocal agreements with Johnson County for dispatching services and housing Class C misdemeanor offenders
- Resolution No. 08-2021-09 for Patriot Estates Public Improvement District, setting public hearing for Nov. 8, 2021
City Council
The Venus City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a pre-annexation development agreement with LGI Homes-Texas, LLC for the 73.524-acre Stallion Ranch project in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The agreement outlines the development of approximately 280 single-family residential lots, with the developer responsible for constructing public infrastructure. The council will also conduct a budget workshop for fiscal year 2021-22.
- Resolution No. 10-2021-09: Approve pre-annexation development agreement with LGI Homes-Texas, LLC for 73.524 acres (Stallion Ranch)
- Development includes ~280 residential lots, with developer constructing all public infrastructure (water, sewer, roads, drainage)
- Agreement allows construction of up to 30 homes before final plat recordation if paving and fire-flow water are in place
- Budget workshop for FY 21-22
- Public comment period (5 minutes per speaker)
City Council
The Venus City Council is holding a budget workshop to review department line-item justifications for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes detailed proposed expenditures for planning, city administration, city secretary, finance, human resources, and non-departmental costs. No final decisions are being made; this is a discussion and review session.
- Planning & Development budget of $472,307, including $287,081 for personnel (Chief Building Official, City Planner, Permits Clerk)
- City Administrator budget of $159,790, including $62,400 for legal services from The Halla Law Group
- City Secretary budget of $151,900, including $15,000 for joint election with Johnson County
- Finance Department budget of $156,638, including $31,365 for appraisal and collection fees
- Human Resources budget of $129,231, including $16,000 for classification study and policy update
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Venus Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider a final plat for Lot 1, Block A of the Palladium Venus Addition, an 8.0-acre multifamily residential subdivision with 120 units. The plat is for a project already built and partially funded through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program. Staff recommends approval.
- Final plat for 8.0-acre, one-lot multifamily subdivision west of FM 157 and north of U.S. 67
- Four three-story buildings with 120 multifamily units, clubhouse, pool, and dog park
- Project partially funded through Low Income Housing Tax Credit program
- Property annexed in February 2019 and zoned PD-Planned Development in May 2019
- Staff recommends approval of the final plat
City Council
The Venus City Council will consider committing $1,082,330 in federal ARPA funds to water and sewer infrastructure, approving the FY 19-20 audited financial statements, and amending the FY 20-21 budgets. They will also vote on two Planning and Zoning Commission appointments, an ordinance to vacate portions of 6th Street, an interlocal agreement with Johnson County for CR 620, and health/benefits contracts. The meeting includes a presentation of the FY 21-22 proposed budgets and a call for a public hearing on them.
- Commit $1,082,330 ARPA grant to water and sewer infrastructure
- Approve FY 19-20 audited financial statements by Patillo, Brown & Hill, LLP
- Ordinance No. 731-2021-08 vacating portions of 6th Street south of 5th and west of Locust
- Authorize Mayor to sign interlocal agreement with Johnson County for CR 620 ($260,000)
- Approve contracts with Texas Municipal League, Unum, and Fort Dearborn for FY 21-22 benefits
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider a zoning text amendment that would increase the minimum building size in R-1, R-2, and MH-1 districts from 1,250 to 1,400 square feet. The commission will hold a public hearing and then discuss and vote on whether to recommend approval or denial to the City Council. Staff has no recommendation and notes the change could increase home prices by up to $22,500.
- Public hearing and vote on changing minimum building size from 1,250 to 1,400 sq ft in R-1, R-2, MH-1 districts
- Proposed change could raise single-family home cost by up to $22,500 (from $187,500 to $210,000)
- Staff notes no health or safety benefits and mentions some cities are eliminating minimum sizes to avoid discrimination suits
- Consent agenda includes approval of July 22, 2021 P&Z meeting minutes
City Council
The Venus City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to increase the minimum building size in R-1, R-2, and MH-1 districts from 1,250 to 1,400 square feet. They will also vote on budget amendments, a property tax rate proposal, a new staff position, a waterline project bid, a final plat, and a public improvement district assessment plan. The agenda includes routine consent items and staff reports.
- Ordinance 731-2021-08: minimum house size increase to 1,400 sq ft in R-1, R-2, MH-1 zones
- Ordinance 732-2021-08: FY 20-21 budget amendments
- Proposed 2021 property tax rate not exceeding $0.807224, public hearing set for Sept 13
- Consider awarding FM 157 Waterline project bid to Atkins Brothers Equipment
- Final plat for Christian Corner Addition (8.824 acres, south of FM 1807, east of CR 210)
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
The Venus Community Service Development Corporation is meeting to conduct a budget workshop and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda includes a public comment period and standard procedural items.
- Budget workshop
- Approval of July 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Public comment period (up to 5 minutes per speaker)
City Council
The Venus City Council is holding a special meeting with a presentation by JMJ Development, followed by an executive session to discuss that development. The council will then consider approving Resolution No. 06-2021-08 to authorize signatories and bank accounts at Pinnacle Bank, and conduct a budget workshop.
- Presentation by JMJ Development
- Executive session to discuss JMJ Development
- Resolution No. 06-2021-08 authorizing signatories and bank accounts at Pinnacle Bank
- Budget workshop
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Venus Planning and Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval or denial of a final plat for Lots 1 and 2 of the Christian Corner Addition, an 8.824-acre tract in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The plat would create a new residential lot and correct a prior unapproved lot split. The commission will also discuss changing its meeting times and dates, and will consider approving minutes from a May 27, 2021 special meeting.
- Final plat for Lots 1 and 2, Christian Corner Addition, 8.824 acres, located south of FM 1807 and east of County Road 210
- Plat includes right-of-way dedication of approximately 29.8 feet along County Road 210
- Floodplain area on Lot 2 to be dedicated as drainage easement
- Water service by Johnson County Special Utility District; wastewater via onsite systems
- Discussion on changing Planning and Zoning Commission meeting times and dates
City Council
The Venus City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone two tracts owned by Adelina Properties LLC from single-family and commercial to high-density multi-family residential (R-4), and to annex a 112.38-acre tract at FM 157 and CR 506. The council will also continue a public hearing on assessments for the Brahman Ranch Public Improvement District until July 12, 2021, and hear a presentation on fiber internet from NextLink.
- Rezone 15.09 acres (Lot 10, Plainview Acres) from R-1 to R-4 (Ordinance 726-2021-06)
- Rezone 9.89 acres (R. Berry Survey, Tract 7E) from Commercial to R-4 (Ordinance 727-2021-06)
- Annex 112.38 acres at FM 157 and CR 506 (Ordinance 729-2021-06)
- Continue Brahman Ranch PID assessment hearing to July 12, 2021
- Presentation on fiber internet by NextLink
Venus Community Service Development Corporation
The Venus City Council and Venus Community Service Development Corporation will hold a joint special called meeting to discuss and consider updating the corporation's bylaws, conduct a budget workshop for fiscal year 2021-22, and approve consent agenda items including meeting minutes from May 10, 2021. The agenda includes a public comment period and standard procedural items.
- Discuss and consider updating the Venus Community Service Development Corporation Bylaws
- Conduct workshop for FY 21-22 budget
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 10, 2021
- Public comment period
City Council
The Venus City Council will discuss and consider agreements with P3 Works, LLC to administer public improvement districts (PIDs) for Bluestem Hills, Brahman Ranch, and Patriot Estates. The council may also enter executive session to interview candidates for City Administrator. The agenda includes standard procedural items like call to order, citizen comments, and adjournment.
- Agreement with P3 Works, LLC for Bluestem Hills PID No. 1 administration
- Agreement with P3 Works, LLC for Brahman Ranch PID No. 1 administration
- Agreement with P3 Works, LLC for Patriot Estates PID administration
- Executive session for City Administrator interviews (personnel matters)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Venus Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider requests by Adelina Properties LLC to rezone two properties to Multiple-Family Residential, High Density (R-4), and by Bloomfield Properties, Inc. to rezone a third property to Planned Development District (PD). The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its February 18, 2021 meeting.
- Rezone 15.09 acres (Lot 10, Plainview Acres Phase 1) from R-1 to R-4 (Adelina Properties LLC)
- Rezone 9.89 acres (R. Berry Survey, Abstract 26, Tract 7E) from Commercial to R-4 (Adelina Properties LLC)
- Rezone 112.38 acres (Absalon Williams Survey, Abstract 857, Tract 2A) from AG to PD (Bloomfield Properties, Inc.)
- Approve minutes of February 18, 2021 P&Z meeting