Ana Alvarado

The Planning and Zoning Commission convened for a regular session to address several key items. The commission discussed and approved a replat for Lot 2R, Block 16 of Garza-Little Elm Lake Estates. They also considered and approved site plan amendments for Live Oak Logistics Park Phase II-A and Phase II-B, focusing on adjustments to trailer parking and dock door configurations. Additionally, a public hearing was conducted regarding a zoning change for Kroger Fuel Addition, specifically from Heavy Commercial to General Retail, to establish unified zoning standards for a proposed service station.

The Planning and Zoning Commission addressed several key items. They reviewed and made recommendations on amendments to Planned Development 16 for an Indoor/Outdoor Amusement Facility, zoning text amendments related to non-conforming uses and structures, and amendments to the subdivision ordinance. Additionally, they discussed a site plan for Kroger Fuel and Chelsea Green Elevations, and a site plan for Lake Highlands Retail Building. The commission also considered a site plan amendment for Strike Middle School, involving the construction of an orchestra addition.

The agenda includes routine announcements, recognitions, and proclamations, such as recognizing National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week and receiving a presentation from Parks and Recreation. The council will discuss future agenda items and consider resolutions for various actions, including applying for a grant for bullet-resistant components for law enforcement vehicles, awarding purchases for rifle-rated ballistic plates and equipment for replacement outdoor warning sirens, and amending the budget for consulting services related to a hotel/convention center. Additionally, they will discuss and consider resolutions for contracts related to concrete repairs, solid waste disposal, water treatment chemicals, and upgrading the Records Management System. A public hearing will be conducted regarding a supplement to Reinvestment Zone Number One, and a resolution will be considered for a Private Transfer Agreement. The council will also cast votes for representatives on the Denton Central Appraisal District Board of Directors and convene into an executive session to discuss real property and commercial information.

The agenda includes routine announcements, recognitions, and proclamations, such as recognizing individuals for acts of valor and receiving presentations from the Denton County Commissioner and the Library. The council will canvass the election returns and discuss proposed home-rule charter amendments. A work session is scheduled for council members to provide direction to staff on future agenda items. The consent agenda includes approving City Council meeting minutes and resolutions for contracts with All City Management for school crossing guard services and Axon Enterprise for in-car and body-worn cameras. Regular agenda items involve approving a resolution for a Professional Services Agreement with Parkhill for design documents and discussing an ordinance amending the Hotel Occupancy Tax. An executive session is also scheduled to deliberate on real property and commercial information.

The agenda includes routine announcements, recognitions, and proclamations, such as a presentation from the Library regarding upcoming events and activities. The council will discuss future agenda items and consider approving minutes from a previous regular session. Resolutions for approval include an Interlocal Agreement with Denton County for Library Services, a purchase for police uniforms, a purchase for emergency rescue struts and stabilization equipment for the Fire Department, and an Independent Contractor Agreement for economic development services. The council will also discuss and consider resolutions for a contract for alley reconstruction and a purchase for the replacement of mobile radios. Additionally, they will discuss appointing members to the Capital Improvement Advisory Board and convene an executive session to deliberate on real property matters and potential business incentives.