White Settlement public meetings in 2025
37 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The City Council will consider a resolution to canvass returns and declare the results of the December 13, 2025, Special Election. Mayor Young will present the Certificate of Election to the Council Place 1 elect and announce the oath of office will take place at the next regular meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Resolution No. 2025-12-16-035 canvassing special election returns and declaring results
- Presentation of Certificate of Election to Council Place 1 elect
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed rezone from manufactured housing to multi-family for a 55-and-over gated community at 7926 Harwell St. Other business includes an ordinance amending dangerous dog regulations, approval of interlocal and first responder agreements, and appointments. Council will also meet in executive session to discuss litigation (Espinosa v. City) and a personnel matter involving Council Member Place 5.
- Public hearing on rezone of 7926 Harwell St. from MH to MF-24a for a 55+ gated community
- Ordinance amending Chapter 8 (Animals) regarding dangerous and vicious dogs
- Interlocal agreement with City of Itasca
- First Responder and Provider Agreement with City of Fort Worth
- Executive session on Espinosa v. City of White Settlement and personnel matter for Council Member Place 5
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 7926 Harwell St. from MH (manufactured housing) to MF-24a (multi-family) for a 55-and-over gated community. The consent agenda includes approval of the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing: rezone from MH to MF-24a at 7926 Harwell St. for a 55+ gated community
- Consent agenda: approval of Aug 11, 2025 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will canvass returns from the November 4, 2025, General Election and declare the results. Resolution No. 2025-11-13-032 will be discussed and considered. The mayor will present certificates to the Council Place 2 and Place 3 elects, with the Oath of Office scheduled for the next regular meeting. This agenda contains only one substantive item, which is procedural in nature.
- Discuss and consider Resolution No. 2025-11-13-032 canvassing election returns and declaring results
City Council
The White Settlement City Council will hold a public meeting with an executive session to discuss real property and critical infrastructure, followed by presentations and a consent agenda. Action items include a budget amendment ordinance, a water master plan contract, and several interlocal agreements. The council will also vote on appointments to the Tarrant Appraisal District board and ratify a $300,000 lease for cybersecurity infrastructure.
- Ordinance amending the FY2024-2025 operating budget (item 18)
- Professional service agreement with Freeze and Nichols Inc. for a water master plan ($243,000) (item 19)
- Lease with DataVox for critical infrastructure not to exceed $300,000 over 5 years (item 13)
- Fire hydrant repairs contract with Wachs Water Services ($77,280) (item 10)
- Executive session discussion of real property at Parkview Villas Lots 1-3 (8401-8411 Clifford Street) (item 2)
City Council
The White Settlement City Council will discuss and consider an ordinance calling for a special election on December 13, 2025, to fill a vacancy in City Council Place 1. The council may also convene in executive session for legal advice on agenda items. Public comments are limited to matters not on the agenda.
- Discuss and consider ordinance for special election to fill City Council Place 1 vacancy on December 13, 2025; joint election with other entities, contracted with Tarrant County Elections
City Council
The City Council will convene in executive session to discuss pending lawsuits, real property transactions, economic development incentives, and personnel matters. In open session, they will consider consent items including a $245,007.40 pavement marking contract, police officer classification ordinance, and several grant applications. The deliberation agenda includes a $98,568 rifle-resistant body armor grant, property purchases at 545 Ingram St. and 633 Lariat Lane, a property sale at 8017/8021 White Settlement Road, and an amendment to sign regulations.
- Pavement marking installation for Clifford Street and Las Vegas Trail — $245,007.40 to TRP Construction Group.
- Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant of $98,568 (no cash match) for FY2026.
- Purchase of real property at 545 Ingram St. and 633 Lariat Lane; sale of property at 8017 and 8021 White Settlement Road.
- Ordinance 2025-10-02-014 amending Chapter 107 Sign Regulations.
- Three $5,000 grant applications for community garden improvements, artists rendering, and municipal garden drip irrigation.
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the FY 2025-2026 operating budget and setting the property tax rate at $0.714778 per $100 valuation, an increase from the current $0.679817. The average homeowner would pay about $68.08 more under the proposed rate. Other agenda items include approval of a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy, adoption of the 2025 Park Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Update, and an interlocal agreement for animal control services with Westworth Village.
- Adoption of FY 2025-2026 operating budget (Ordinance 2025-09-17-011)
- Property tax rate set at $0.714778, an increase from current $0.679817 (Ordinance 2025-09-18-012)
- Ratification of property tax revenue increase reflected in the budget
- Approval of negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy (Resolution 2025-09-33-019)
- Adoption of 2025 Park Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Update (Resolution 2025-09-34-020)
City Council
The City Council will hold two public hearings: one on the proposed FY 2025-2026 tax rate of $0.714778 per $100 (up from $0.679817) and one on the proposed annual operating budgets. The average homeowner would pay $68.08 more than the current year under the proposed rate. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 proposed tax rate of $0.714778 per $100
- Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 proposed annual operating budgets
- Average homeowner would pay $68.08 more than current year
- Proposed rate is $37.83 above the no-new-revenue rate of $0.695350
- HB 1522 taxpayer impact statement included in agenda
City Council
The White Settlement City Council will discuss and vote on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed tax rate, approve a restroom facility contract, amend a waste collection agreement, and hold a public hearing on zoning ordinance changes.
- Vote on FY 2025-2026 Proposed Tax Rate
- Approve $108,972.19 restroom facility contract
- Amend Solid Waste Collection Agreement with Frontier Waste Solutions
- Public hearing on amending Zoning Ordinance Article X
- HB 1522 Taxpayer Impact Statement: $68.08 increase for average homeowner
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance that amends regulations for restoring nonconforming uses and structures destroyed by fire, weather, or other natural catastrophic events. The meeting also includes approval of the May 13, 2025, meeting minutes on the consent agenda.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Article X 'Nonconforming Uses' of the Zoning Ordinance regarding restoration after fire or natural disaster
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 13, 2025
City Council
The City Council will receive presentations on the proposed FY 2025-2026 operating budget and tax rates. The body will consider calling public hearings for these items on August 26, 2025. Additionally, the council will hold public hearings for the Crime Control and Prevention District and Economic Development Corporation budgets.
- Ordinance 2025-08-15-009 calling for a General Election on November 4, 2025, for Council Place No. 2 and Place No. 3
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2025-08-13-007 to adopt the Crime Control and Prevention District FY 2025-2026 Budget
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2025-08-14-008 to adopt the Economic Development Corporation FY 2025-2026 Budget
- Amended Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County Emergency Services Dist. No. One
- Proposed FY 2025-2026 No New Revenue and Voter Approval Tax Rate
Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget. The meeting agenda also includes the approval of the June 12, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Public Hearing on Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
- Approval of June 12, 2025, meeting minutes
City Council
The council will approve the FY2025‑2026 proposed budgets for the White Settlement Crime Control & Prevention District and the Economic Development Corporation, and adopt a resolution suspending ONCOR Electric Delivery Company’s requested rate change. It will discuss and consider several Buy Board quotes, including $108,972.19 for a City Hall restroom, $237,404.96 for new playground equipment, and a $1,014,773 advance funding agreement for the TXDOT North Las Vegas Trail project. Staff will also receive direction on possible amendments to Chapter 109 subdivision regulations.
- Approval of FY2025‑2026 proposed budgets for the Crime Control & Prevention District and Economic Development Corporation
- Resolution suspending ONCOR Electric Delivery Company’s requested rate change
- Buy Board quote of $108,972.19 for a public restroom facility in the City Hall foyer
- Buy Board quote of $237,404.96 to replace playground equipment at Central Park and Veterans Park
- Resolution authorizing a $1,014,773 advance funding agreement for the TXDOT North Las Vegas Trail project
Crime Control and Prevention District
The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board will also review meeting minutes from April 3 and May 20, 2025.
- Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss the proposed Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025–2026. No formal action will be taken during this session.
- Discussion of proposed Annual Operating Budget for FY 2025–2026
City Council
The City Council will review and discuss the proposed Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025–2026. No formal action will be taken during this work session.
- Review of proposed Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025–2026
Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Economic Development Corporation will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (October 2025 – September 2026). The board will also ratify a previously authorized action related to properties at 8017 and 8021 White Settlement Road. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from March and May 2025 meetings.
- Workshop and board discussion on Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Ratification of vote to authorize City Manager regarding 8017 and 8021 White Settlement Road
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 4, 2025 and May 6, 2025
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss the proposed Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025–2026. No formal action will be taken during this session.
- Review and discussion of the proposed FY2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget
City Council
The City Council will hold a budget work session to review and discuss the proposed Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. No formal action will be taken during this session.
- Discussion of proposed FY 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget
City Council
The City Council will consider several contracts, including playground and restroom renovations. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change on State Hwy 183 and discuss solid waste agreement amendments.
- Proposed $347,975.75 contract with Kraftsman Playgrounds LLC for Central Park
- Proposed $82,549.08 contract with Gomez Flooring for Pecan Groove Convention Center restrooms
- Public hearing to rezone 990 State Hwy 183 from Commercial Corridor to Light Industrial and Warehousing District
- Purchase of property located at 541 Ingram Street
- Tax Collection Contract with Tarrant County Tax Office for 2025-2027
Crime Control and Prevention District
The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will hold a special meeting featuring a presentation from the Chief of Police and Finance Director on current and future fiscal years, followed by a workshop on the FY 2025-2026 budget. Public input is accepted on non-agenda topics with advance registration. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation and updates on current (FY24-25) and future fiscal years by Chief of Police and Finance Director
- Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Workshop
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning Lot 2R of the Hutton Murphy Addition, located at 990 State Hwy 183, from Commercial Corridor (C-C) to Light Industrial (I-L). The commission will also approve the meeting minutes from November 12, 2024 as a routine consent agenda item. No other decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Public hearing to consider rezoning of Lot 2R (990 State Hwy 183) from C-C to I-L
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 12, 2024
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation of draft budget proposals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Council may discuss and ask questions of staff, but no action will be taken at this meeting.
- Presentation of draft budget proposals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; no action taken
Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to approve previous minutes and enter an executive session. The board will deliberate on the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of specific real property locations.
- Discussion of property at 541 Ingram (Lot 30, S 167.15' of Block 5 of the Saddle Hills Addition)
- Discussion of property at 8017 & 8021 White Settlement Road (Lots 23R1 and 22R1, Block 17 of the Meadow Park Addition)
- Approval of March 4, 2025 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss and consider an ordinance prohibiting excessive vehicular acceleration. They will also vote on several contracts, including a $537,567.50 leak detection survey and over $216,000 in remodeling projects at Pecan Grove Convention Center and Central Park Playground restrooms. Consent items include renewal of uniform services, body-worn camera refresh, and a drone program. The meeting opens with proclamations for Motorcycle Safety Awareness, Water Safety, Public Works, and EMS Week.
- Ordinance adding Article VII to Chapter 44 banning excessive vehicular acceleration
- Contract with Pure Technologies for leak detection survey at $537,567.50
- Gomez Flooring remodeling at Pecan Grove Convention Center for $91,953.75
- Gomez Flooring remodeling at Central Park Playground restrooms for $124,960.61
- Approval of Drone as First Responder program for Police Department
Crime Control and Prevention District
The Crime Control and Prevention District Board of Directors will meet to select a President and Vice-President. The board will also review the 2024 annual report and the district budget.
- Selection of CCPD President and Vice-President
- Review of 2024 Year In Review Annual Report
- CCPD Budget Overview
- Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The White Settlement City Council will hold a public meeting to discuss and potentially approve several routine consent agenda items, including contracts for engineering, IT services, and a mutual aid agreement for fire services. A key deliberation item is an amendment to the exclusive franchise agreement with Frontier Waste Solutions for collection services. The council will also receive presentations on community programs and proclamations for various awareness months.
- Discuss Amendment No.1 to Frontier Waste Solutions franchise agreement
- Approve $87,000 engineering contract for Joy Drive waterline (CDBG project)
- Approve $96,000 managed IT services agreement with iWerk
- Approve interlocal cooperation agreement with River Oaks for fire services
- Approve $74,650 for wastewater manhole rehab program
Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Economic Development Corporation board will vote on consent agenda items (approval of minutes from July, October, and January) and receive a presentation on the updated Building Improvement Grant Program. Public comments are also scheduled.
- Consent agenda: approval of minutes for July 2, 2024; October 8, 2024; January 7, 2025
- Presentation on updated Building Improvement Grant Program
City Council
The White Settlement City Council will meet to discuss several items, including a proposed change order for a National Guard stormwater mitigation project and quotes for pavement marking. The council will also consider rescheduling the April 26 budget kickoff meeting and approve routine consent agenda items. Public presentations will feature police reports, recognitions, and an update on the 2025 Park Open Space Master Plan.
- Change Order No. 1 for National Guard Stormwater Mitigation project – $555,319 for a six‑inch water line, new sewer, and gas service (Fort Worth Civil Construction).
- Quotes for pavement marking installation on Silver Creek Road, Cherry Lane, and Western Hills Blvd – $192,882.80 (TRP Construction Group).
- Discussion on rescheduling the April 26, 2025 Budget Kickoff Meeting.
- Approval of meeting minutes for February 4, 2025.
- Receipt and acknowledgment of the WSPD Annual Racial Profiling Report for 2024.
General
The City Council may attend two community open house meetings regarding the Parks Master Plan. The notice states that no deliberation or action on City business will occur during these events.
- Parks Master Plan Community Open House on February 25, 2025, at Pecan Grove Convention Center
- Parks Master Plan Community Open House on March 1, 2025, at City Hall
General
The City Council may attend two Parks Master Plan Community Open House meetings on February 25 and March 1, 2025. No deliberation or action on city business will occur during these events.
- February 25, 2025 open house at Pecan Grove Convention Center, 405 N. Las Vegas Trail
- March 1, 2025 open house at City Hall, 214 Meadow Park Drive
City Council
The White Settlement City Council will select a Mayor ProTem, discuss personnel, and approve a series of financial agreements including a five-year software contract and bond issuances. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a water line replacement.
- Selection of Mayor ProTem
- Approval of $183,553.50 Cisco software agreement
- Approval of $600,000 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant
- Public hearing on Joy Drive water line replacement
- Approval of $113,414 road rebuilds with Tarrant County
Parks and Recreation
The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and consider a recommendation to approve proposed Terms and Conditions Rental Policies for the Pecan Grove Convention Center, along with selecting a second set of traffic cabinet designs for the "Home Town Tales" project. The meeting also includes presentations on the traffic cabinet project and monthly park reports.
- Discuss and consider recommendation to approve Pecan Grove Convention Center rental policies
- Discuss and consider selection of second set of traffic cabinet designs for "Home Town Tales" project
- Presentation of "Home Town Tales" Traffic Control Cabinet Project
- Presentation of monthly Park & Recreation reports
Board of Adjustments and Appeals
The White Settlement Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance for a property at 1004 Crosby Ave. The request seeks to reduce the required floor area to less than 1,600 square feet and allow for one attached unit instead of two.
- Public hearing for variance at 1004 Crosby Ave (Meadowview Addition)
- Request to reduce required floor area to less than 1,600 sq. ft.
- Request to allow one unit instead of two required units
- Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes
Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Economic Development Corporation board will hold an executive session to discuss a purchase offer for EDC-owned property at 730 S. Cherry Lane and a proposed Chapter 380/Economic Development Agreement with the Monsignor Langenhorst Columbus Club. After the closed session, the board will reconvene to consider actions on these items. The city manager will also present economic development updates.
- Executive session to deliberate purchase offer for EDC-owned property at 730 S. Cherry Lane
- Executive session to discuss Chapter 380 and Economic Development Agreement with Monsignor Langenhorst Columbus Club
- City Manager presentation of Economic Development Updates
City Council
The White Settlement City Council will consider an ordinance to regulate unmanned aircraft systems (drones) within the city and on properties under interlocal agreements. Other business includes adopting a police officer classification ordinance, approving the sale of city-owned land at 730 S. Cherry Lane, and discussing a grant to digitize the Bomber News newspaper.
- Consider Ordinance 2025-01-08-002 governing unmanned aircraft systems in White Settlement
- Approval of Resolution 2025-01-15-001 authorizing sale of property at 730 S. Cherry Lane
- Adoption of Ordinance 2025-01-007-001 classifying police officer positions
- Discuss grant application for Texas State Library TexTreasures Grant to digitize Bomber News newspaper
- Administration of Oath of Office to newly elected Council Member William Wright