Celina public meetings in 2022
87 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
TIRZ
The TIRZ #11 Board of Directors is meeting to recommend an amended project and financing plan to the City Council to update zoning and project costs. The board is also considering a distribution from the TIRZ Fund for the Downtown Patio Project.
- Recommendation of the Final Amended Project and Financing Plan for TIRZ #11
- Proposed distribution from the TIRZ Fund for the Downtown Patio Project
City Council
The City Council will discuss the naming of the Ralph O’Dell Senior Center and the FY 2023 Bond Projects. The body is deciding on several property condemnations for public utilities and roadways, as well as various annexations and zoning changes.
- Condemnation of 100 acres east of North Dallas Parkway and south of County Road 60 for water and wastewater lines
- Condemnation of 77.694 acres at East Glendenning Parkway and Preston Road for a public roadway and utilities
- Purchase of five warning sirens from Mobile Communications America for up to $519,037.09
- Purchase of pavement analysis services from Data Transfer Solutions for up to $150,000.00
- Engineering services for Choate Median Landscape and Lighting Improvements with Pacheco Koch up to $53,600.00
The City Council approved multiple development agreements for tracts in the extraterritorial jurisdiction and authorized the use of eminent domain for utility and roadway projects. Council also named the future Ralph O'Dell Senior Center at Ousley Park and approved several municipal purchases.
- Named the future Senior Center at Ousley Park as 'Ralph O’Dell Senior Center at Ousley Park' (Unanimous)
- Authorized eminent domain for property at 1510 Vest Lane, Prosper, TX (6-0)
- Authorized eminent domain for 100 acres east of North Dallas Parkway for public utilities (6-0)
- Authorized eminent domain for 0.440-acre right-of-way at E. Glendenning Parkway and Preston Road (6-0)
- Approved development agreements with Ariana, LLC, Celina289 Holding, LLC, DFW Land, LLC, Teel Lakes, LLC, and MM Celina Parvin 101, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved voluntary annexation and zoning for Choate Loop Ranch and Dorothy Winchester Tract (Unanimous)
- Awarded TIRZ consulting services to Willdan Financial Services for up to $91,246.00 (3-2)
- Approved purchase of five warning sirens from Mobile Communications America for up to $519,037.09 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Board unanimously adopted an agreement with the Celina Chamber of Commerce. Following a closed executive session, the Board also unanimously adopted an action regarding Project Legacy.
- Approved minutes from Nov 1, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
- Adopted Chamber of Commerce Agreement (Unanimous)
- Adopted action regarding Project Legacy following executive session (Unanimous)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting. The body will receive updates regarding police, special events, and development.
- Approval of Nov 3, 2022 meeting minutes
- Police update
- Special events update
- Development update
The Downtown Commission met to receive updates on police, special events, and development. The only formal action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved Nov 3, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council met to certify the results of the Special Election held on November 8, 2022. The council approved Ordinance No. 2022-131 to officially canvass the results.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-131 canvassing Special Election results (2-0)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider and act upon an ordinance canvassing the results of the November 8, 2022, Special Election. The election asked voters to approve or disapprove the legalization of the sale of all alcoholic beverages, including mixed beverages.
- Canvassing of Proposition A results: 5,881 votes for and 1,860 votes against the legal sale of all alcoholic beverages including mixed beverages
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for several development agreements and zoning requests, primarily within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The body will also act on preliminary and conveyance plats for residential and commercial projects.
- Preliminary Plat for Legacy Hills Del Webb Phase 1 (101 acres, 377 single-family lots)
- Preliminary Plat for Mosey Tract/Celina Gateway (35 acres, 3 multi-family lots)
- Zoning request for Celina Parvin (102 acres) to a Planned Development with mixed residential districts
- Development Agreements for Sorrells Tract (387 acres), Ariana (149 acres), and Celina Parvin (102 acres)
- Rezoning request for Coppell Lake Breeze (10 acres) to Multi-Family, Urban Edge District (MF-2)
The Commission unanimously approved several development agreements and zoning requests for properties within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. Notably, the Celina Parvin project was approved for single-family land uses only, excluding multi-family development. One rezoning request for Coppell Lake Breeze was withdrawn.
- Approved Preston 450 Development Agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved Choate Loop Ranch Zoning to Collin County Outer Loop Overlay District (Unanimous)
- Approved Dorothy Winchester Tract Zoning to Commercial, Office, & Retail and Multi-Family districts (Unanimous)
- Approved Ariana Development Agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved Sorrells Tract Development Agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved Teel Lakes Development Agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved Celina Parvin Development Agreement for single-family land uses only (Unanimous)
- Approved Celina Parvin Zoning for single-family land uses only (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and various land annexations. The body will also discuss updates to the Master Fee Chart and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #11.
- Bid for Legacy Hills Water Reclamation Facility to Bar Constructors Inc. not to exceed $33,051,795.00
- GMP Amendment 2 for Law Enforcement Center Building to Lee Lewis Construction not to exceed $31,321,873.00
- Purchase of Sensus water meters and accessories from Aqua-Metric Sales not to exceed $917,434.00
- Public hearings for voluntary annexations and zoning of the Young Tract, SW Carey & Legacy, and 3G10 Investments
- Purchase of a 2022 Type 1 Ambulance from Rush Truck Centers of Ohio, Inc. not to exceed $324,016.00
City Council approved several major infrastructure projects, including a water reclamation facility and a law enforcement center. The council also approved multiple voluntary annexations and zoning changes for commercial and mixed-use districts.
- Awarded Legacy Hills Water Reclamation Facility bid to Bar Constructors Inc. for $33,051,795.00 (4-0)
- Authorized $31,321,873.00 total project cost for Law Enforcement Center Building Phase 1 (4-0)
- Approved Economic Development Performance Agreement with NWC Tollway/Frontier, LP (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-124 to modify overlay district zoning regulations (4-0)
- Approved voluntary annexation and zoning for 3G10 Investments, SW Carey & Legacy, and Young Tract (4-0)
- Awarded $144,369.00 for Police and Fire performance measures to Center for Public Safety Management (4-0)
- Authorized $917,434.00 for Sensus water meters from Aqua-Metric Sales (4-0)
- Appointed Kimberly Brawner to the Board of Directors for the Upper Trinity Regional Water District (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from the October 6, 2022 meeting. The body will also receive updates regarding finances, special events, and development.
- Approval of October 6, 2022 meeting minutes
- Finance update
- Special events update
- Development update
The Downtown Commission met to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on finance, special events, and development. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Board
The board will meet to approve minutes from the October 5, 2022 meeting and receive a discussion and update on park projects from Brawner.
- Discussion and update on park projects (Brawner)
The board met to approve the minutes from the October 5, 2022, regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.
- Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Library Board is meeting to review the minutes from October 5, 2022. The board will discuss the Library Master Plan and the Cupcakes with Mrs. Claus event.
- Discussion of the Cupcakes with Mrs. Claus Event
- Update and discussion regarding the Library Master Plan
The Library Board approved a change to its regular meeting schedule. The board also approved the minutes from the October 5, 2022, meeting.
- Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Changed regular meeting time to the first Thursday of each month at 5:30 PM (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will discuss and take action on Project 3-D Dance and the appointment of a President. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on real property, personnel matters, and financial incentives for Project Creeks Retail and Project 3-D Dance.
- Discussion and action on Project 3-D Dance
- Appointment of a President
- Closed session regarding Project Creeks Retail
- Closed session regarding Project 3-D Dance
- Discussion regarding board meeting time
The Board voted to retain Kyle Rose as President. The Board also approved actions related to Project Creeks Retail and Project 3-D Dance following a closed executive session.
- Retained Kyle Rose as President (5-0)
- Approved action for Project Creeks Retail (4-1)
- Approved action for Project 3-D Dance (5-0)
- Approved Oct 4, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will meet in a closed executive session to seek confidential legal advice regarding two specific lawsuits. The council may act upon items discussed during the session after reconvening in open session.
- Legal discussion: Collins, Herbert, Hinshaw, Marshall, and Jeter v. City of Celina, Texas (Cause No. 429-05614-2022)
- Legal discussion: Shea Scott v. City of Celina, Texas (Cause No. DC-20-18195)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning requests in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction and one text amendment to overlay district regulations. The body will also consider a final plat for a new apartment addition.
- Final Plat for Legacy Frontier Apartments Addition (approx. 29 acres) at Legacy Drive and future Frontier Parkway
- Text amendment to modify overlay district regulations in Chapter 14: Zoning
- Zoning request for 3 acres to Planned Development (Commercial, Office, and Retail) at Louisiana Drive and future J. Fred Smith Parkway
- Zoning request for 25 acres to Mixed-Use District south of Carey Road and west of future Legacy Drive
- Zoning request for 26 acres to Mixed-Use District at future Celina Parkway and County Road 57
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a text amendment to modify overlay district regulations (6-1), rezoned three properties to Planned Development, Mixed-Use, and Commercial uses, and approved a final plat for a 29-acre apartment complex. One commissioner dissented on the overlay amendment and two mixed-use rezonings.
- Approved overlay district text amendment (6-1)
- Approved final plat for Legacy Frontier Apartments Addition (unanimous)
- Approved 3-acre PD zoning at Louisiana Drive and J. Fred Smith Parkway (unanimous)
- Approved 25-acre Mixed-Use zoning south of Carey Road (6-1)
- Approved 26-acre Mixed-Use zoning at Celina Parkway and County Road 57 (5-2)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Special Events Advisory Committee
The Special Events Advisory Committee will meet to introduce departments and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also review an overview of the Beware! Of the Square event.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Overview of Beware! Of the Square
City Council
The City Council will discuss the voluntary annexation and zoning of several tracts of land, including a 376-acre area. The body is also deciding on various equipment purchases, internet service contracts, and a budget amendment for fiscal year 2022-2023.
- Public hearing for voluntary annexation and Agricultural District zoning of approximately 376 acres west of future Custer Road
- Engineering services for a Pump Station, Ground Storage Tank and Transmission Pipeline not to exceed $512,080.00
- Purchase of three Ford F150 Regular Cabs not to exceed $134,511.00
- Resolution to deny Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC’s application to change rates
- Professional services contract with Strategic Government Resources for organizational assessment not to exceed $35,000
The Celina City Council approved the voluntary annexation of approximately 376 acres west of Custer Road and zoned it Agricultural District, adopted multiple service agreements for annexation of properties in the ETJ, and denied a rezoning request for about one acre to the Downtown Code district. The council also approved right-of-way acquisition for Ownsby Parkway, a purchase agreement for southwest park land, and a professional services contract for an organizational assessment.
- Approved Resolution 2022-51R authorizing right-of-way acquisition for Ownsby Parkway (6-0)
- Approved purchase agreement for southwest park land (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including multiple purchases and agreements (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-116 amending alcohol zoning regulations (6-0)
- Approved voluntary annexation of 376 acres (Ordinance 2022-117) (6-0)
- Approved zoning of 376 acres to Agricultural District (Ordinance 2022-118) (6-0)
- Denied rezoning of approximately one acre to Downtown Code district (My Swim Buddy) (6-0)
- Approved professional services contract with SGR for organizational assessment ($35,000) (6-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission approved a text amendment to modify overlay district regulations (6-1), approved a final plat for Legacy Frontier Apartments, and approved three zoning requests: a 3-acre PD with Commercial base zoning, a 25-acre Mixed-Use District, and a 26-acre Mixed-Use District, all with varying vote tallies. One item (Young Tract) passed 5-2.
- Approved overlay district text amendment (6-1)
- Approved final plat for Legacy Frontier Apartments Addition (unanimous)
- Approved 3-acre PD zoning at Louisiana Drive and future J. Fred Smith Parkway (unanimous)
- Approved 25-acre Mixed-Use District south of Carey Road (6-1)
- Approved 26-acre Mixed-Use District at northwest corner of future Celina Parkway and County Road 57 (5-2)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also receive updates regarding the EDC, Engineering CIP, special events, and development.
- Chair and Vice Chair appointments
- EDC update
- Engineering CIP update
- Special Events update
- Development update
The Downtown Commission voted unanimously to appoint Jack Ousley as Chair and Michelle Baggett as Vice Chair. They also approved the minutes from the September 1, 2022 meeting. The rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates on a golf tournament, capital improvement projects, special events, and development projects.
- Appointed Jack Ousley as Chair and Michelle Baggett as Vice Chair (8-0)
- Approved minutes of September 1, 2022 meeting (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Celina Community Development Corporation
The Celina Community Development Corporation will meet to appoint a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The body will also discuss roles and responsibilities and review minutes from the August 3, 2022 meeting.
- Appointment of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Discussion of Roles and Responsibilities
- Approval of August 3, 2022 meeting minutes
The Celina Community Development Corporation held a regular meeting on October 5, 2022. The board unanimously appointed Morgan Brown as Chair and Caroline Park as Vice Chair. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 3, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Appointed Morgan Brown as CDC Chair and Caroline Park as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to appoint a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also discuss its roles and responsibilities and receive a parks and recreation update.
- Appointment of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Discussion of Roles and Responsibilities
- Parks and Recreation Update
- Approval of August 3, 2022 meeting minutes
The Celina Parks and Recreation Board unanimously voted to appoint Morgan Brown as Chair and Caroline Park as Vice Chair for the board. The board also approved the minutes from the August 3, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Appointed Morgan Brown as Parks and Recreation Chair and Caroline Park as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Library Board will meet to appoint a Chairperson, Vice-chairperson, and Secretary. The board will also discuss roles, responsibilities, and provide an update on the Library Master Plan.
- Selection of Chairperson, Vice-chairperson, and Secretary
- Discussion of Library Master Plan update
- Review of Summer Reading and Cowboy Poetry Awards
- Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes
The Celina Library Board elected Aaron Zapata as Chair, with Becky Freeman as Vice Chair and Corinne Weaver as Secretary, all by a 4-0 vote. The board also approved the May 5, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.
- Elected Aaron Zapata as Library Board Chair, Becky Freeman as Vice Chair, and Corinne Weaver as Secretary (4-0)
- Approved May 5, 2022 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to appoint a Vice President and receive legal guidance on the Open Meetings Act and sales tax. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss real property and financial incentives for Project Mayer.
- Appointment of a Vice President
- Legal discussion on Open Meetings Act, Conflicts of Interest, and Type A Sales Tax
- Closed session regarding Project Mayer financial or other incentives
- Closed session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board elected Allison Alvino as Vice President by a 3-2 vote, with President Rose and Board Member Bissett opposed. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 6, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the board heard a legal overview and held closed executive sessions without taking further action.
- Elected Allison Alvino as Vice President (3-2)
- Approved minutes from September 6, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Events Advisory Committee
The committee elected Kim Wickliffe as Chair and Ryan Tubbs as Vice Chair unanimously, and approved the minutes from the April 26, 2022 meeting. The meeting also included a department introduction and an overview of the 'Beware! Of the Square' event, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Elected Kim Wickliffe as Chair and Ryan Tubbs as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to modify alcohol regulations in the City's Code of Ordinances and consider several rezoning requests. The body will also act on multiple plats for residential and retail developments.
- Zoning text amendment to modify alcohol regulations in Chapter 14
- Rezoning of 376 acres to Agricultural District (AG) west of future Custer Road
- Rezoning of 38 acres to Dallas North Tollway Overlay District (DNTO) at future Legacy Drive and future Mobberly Road
- Rezoning of one acre to Downtown Code, Preston Streams District (DTC) north of Malone Street
- Conveyance Plat for The Village at Ownsby Farms Retail (approximately 44 acres)
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning text amendment to modify alcohol regulations in Chapter 14, and rezoned approximately 38 acres to the Dallas North Tollway Overlay District. They also approved a rezoning for My Swim Buddy with conditions, and zoned 376 acres to Agricultural District. All votes were unanimous except the My Swim Buddy rezoning, which passed 5-1.
- Approved alcohol zoning text amendment (Chapter 14) (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 38 acres to Dallas North Tollway Overlay District (6-0)
- Approved My Swim Buddy rezoning with conditions (5-1)
- Approved zoning of 376 acres to Agricultural District (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda items: Lilyana Phase 7 final plat, Village at Ownsby Farms Retail conveyance plat, Legacy North (West and East tracts) conveyance plats, Outer Loop/DNT conveyance plat (all unanimous)
- Appointed Shawn Bain as Chair and Bryan Poché as Vice Chair (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget, the 2022 Ad Valorem tax rate, and several property annexations. The body will also consider various development agreements, zoning amendments, and municipal contracts.
- Engineering services for Rasor Regional WRF design with Garver, LLC not to exceed $1,425,864.00
- Right of Way negotiations for Ownsby Parkway (Preston to Coit) with Specialty Land Services not to exceed $130,450.00
- Frontier Parkway Erosion Control contract with Texas Standard Construction, LLC not to exceed $194,579.00
- TIRZ consulting services with David Pettit Economic Development, LLC for TIRZ #5 (up to $38,000) and TIRZ #11 (up to $23,000)
- Proposed zoning of approximately 51 acres to a Planned Development for the Matusek Tract
The Celina City Council approved the FY 2022-2023 budget and set the ad valorem tax rate at $0.634759 per $100 valuation. They also approved several development agreements, including the Village at Ownsby Farms and a membership warehouse club, and authorized construction contracts for the Law Enforcement Center and Senior Center. The council also approved the annexation of properties and various zoning changes.
- Approved FY 2022-2023 budget (Ordinance 2022-112) (unanimous)
- Set ad valorem tax rate at $0.634759 per $100 (Ordinance 2022-113) (unanimous)
- Approved development agreement for Village at Ownsby Farms (unanimous)
- Approved development agreement for a membership warehouse club (unanimous)
- Approved CCN purchase agreement with Mustang Special Utility District (unanimous)
- Approved Law Enforcement Center Phase 1 construction contract with Lee Lewis Construction, GMP $8,015,165 (unanimous)
- Approved Senior Center construction contract with Hill & Wilkinson, GMP $3,705,533 (unanimous)
- Approved annexation ordinance 2022-105 (4-3, mayor broke tie)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
TIRZ
The TIRZ #5 board is meeting to recommend a consulting agreement for an analysis and impact study of the zone. The board is also considering a resolution to approve specific project expenditures for TIRZ #5.
- Consulting agreement with David Pettit Economic Development, LLC not to exceed $38,000
- Resolution to approve certain TIRZ #5 project expenditures
TIRZ
The TIRZ #11 Board is considering a recommendation for a consulting agreement with David Pettit Economic Development, LLC to update the zone's Project and Finance Plan. The board is also acting on a resolution to approve specific project expenditures.
- Consulting agreement with David Pettit Economic Development, LLC not to exceed $23,000
- Resolution to approve TIRZ #11 project expenditures
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for potential city attorneys in executive session. The council may act upon items discussed during that session after reconvening in open session.
- Interviews of potential city attorneys
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Board of Directors will meet to review monthly activities and approve previous meeting minutes. A significant portion of the meeting is scheduled as an executive closed session to discuss real property and financial incentives for business prospects.
- Executive session to discuss Project Blossom, Project Villages at Ownsby, Project Creeks Retail, Project Methodist, Project King, and Project Penguin
- Executive session to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
- Executive session to evaluate performance and duties of a public officer or employee
- Approval of minutes from the August 9, 2022 meeting
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board met and approved minutes from the prior meeting. In closed session, the board unanimously adopted actions for two projects, Project Blossom and Project Villages at Ownsby, but took no action on three other projects. No citizens spoke during the public forum.
- Approved minutes from Aug 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted action for Project Blossom (unanimous)
- Adopted action for Project Villages at Ownsby (unanimous)
- No action taken on Project Creeks Retail
- No action taken on Project Methodist
- No action taken on Project King
- No action taken on Project Penguin
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting. The body will also receive updates regarding GIS, special events, and development.
- Approval of August 4, 2022 meeting minutes
- GIS Update
- Special Events Update
- Development Update
The Downtown Commission met on September 1, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from the August 4, 2022 regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational updates from staff on GIS, special events, and development.
- Approved August 4, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews of applicants for City Boards and Commissions.
- Interviews of applicants for City Boards and Commissions
The Celina City Council held a special meeting to conduct interviews of applicants for city boards and commissions. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was purely procedural.
- Conducted interviews for city boards and commissions (no vote recorded)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider and act upon a resolution to disapprove the 2023 budget of the Denton Central Appraisal District (DCAD). The proposed budget is $17,997,944.33, which represents a 17.45% increase over the previous year.
- Proposed 2023 DCAD budget of $17,997,944.33
- Budget increase of $2,673,650.52 from the 2022 budget
- Proposed addition of 18 new full-time employees
- Resolution to disapprove the budget under Texas Tax Code 6.06
The City Council voted 4-0 to approve Resolution No. 2022-42R, disapproving the Denton Central Appraisal District's proposed 2023 budget. Two council members were absent.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-42R disapproving Denton Central Appraisal District 2023 budget (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning requests, including a 253-acre master planned community. The body will also consider a plat vacation for a 23-acre tract and receive an annual update on the Downtown Master Plan.
- Tuscany Ph. 2: Request to amend Concept Plan and Regulations for ~253 acres (SF-R, C, and MF-0 zoning)
- Matusek: Request to zone ~51 acres to a Planned Development (SF-R, SF-A, and C base zoning)
- Tuscany Ph. 2 & Matusek Remainder: Request to zone ~123 acres to Agricultural District (AG)
- Celina 22 Addition: Request for a Plat Vacation of an approximately 23-acre tract
- Annual Downtown Update presentation regarding the 2019 Downtown Master Plan
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three zoning items: a concept plan amendment for Tuscany Phase 2 (PD No. 106) on 253 acres, a new PD zoning for 51 acres (Matusek), and an Agricultural District zoning for 123 acres (Tuscany Ph. 2 & Matusek Remainder). The first two were unanimous; the third passed 5-1. A plat vacation for Celina 22 Addition was also adopted unanimously.
- Approved Tuscany Ph. 2 PD rezoning (253 acres) unanimously
- Approved Matusek PD zoning (51 acres) unanimously
- Approved Tuscany Ph. 2 & Matusek Remainder AG zoning (123 acres) 5-1
- Adopted Celina 22 Addition plat vacation unanimously
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews of applicants for City Boards and Commissions.
- Interviews of applicants for City Boards and Commissions
The Celina City Council held a special meeting on August 15, 2022, to conduct interviews of applicants for city boards and commissions. No formal decisions were made during the meeting; it was solely for the purpose of interviewing candidates. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 PM.
- Conducted interviews of applicants for city boards and commissions (no vote recorded)
City Council
The City Council is holding a worksession to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23.
- Discussion regarding FY 22-23 Proposed Budget
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and take action on the FY 2022-2023 budget. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on real property and financial incentives for several business prospects.
- Budget FY 2022-2023
- Project Pecan (real property purchase, exchange, lease or value)
- Executive Director Agreement (performance and duties evaluation)
- Project Penguin (commercial/financial information or incentives)
- Project Parcel 41-C and Project Blossom (commercial/financial information or incentives)
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board unanimously approved the FY 2022-2023 budget and adopted an employment agreement for the executive director after closed session. No action was taken on several economic development projects discussed in executive session.
- Approved minutes of July 12, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget (unanimous)
- Adopted executive director employment agreement after closed session (unanimous)
- No action taken on Project Pecan, Project Penguin, Project Parcel 41-C, or Project Blossom
City Council
The Celina City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to annex approximately 45 acres east of FM 1385 (Hong Tract) and 19 other properties across the city, along with zoning the Hong Tract for commercial and multi-family use. The consent agenda includes budget amendments, multiple development agreements, and contract awards. Executive session will cover personnel, real estate purchases, and development agreements.
- Public hearing on voluntary annexation of ~45 acres east of FM 1385 (Hong Tract) and zoning as Planned Development with Commercial and Multi-Family base
- Second public hearing on annexation of 19 properties, including tracts near future Sunset Blvd, Coit Rd, and Custer Rd
- Award bid for Benefits Administrator to McGriff Insurance Services: $49,500/year, up to $247,500 over 5 years
- Authorize Change Order 2 for Oklahoma Drive gravity sanitary sewer line: up to $103,097.10
- Authorize Change Order 4 for street maintenance concrete panels: up to $62,831.72
The Celina City Council voted unanimously to order a special local option election on Nov. 8, 2022, asking voters whether to legalize the sale of all alcoholic beverages including mixed beverages in the city. The council also approved the voluntary annexation and zoning of approximately 45 acres east of FM 1385 as a Planned Development with Commercial and Multi-Family base zoning. A resolution accepting the proposed property tax rate and setting public hearing dates for the FY 2022-2023 budget was adopted unanimously. A comprehensive impact study on residential Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones was approved 4-2.
- Approved Ordinance 2022-100 ordering a Nov. 8 local option election on legalizing all alcoholic beverage sales (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-97 annexing ~45 acres east of FM 1385 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-98 zoning the annexed 45 acres as Planned Development with Commercial and Multi-Family base (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-40R accepting proposed tax rate and setting budget hearing dates (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-39R creating the Harper Estates Public Improvement District (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-41R for Neighborhood Improvement Area #5 in Wells South PID (6-0)
- Approved comprehensive impact study on residential TIRZs (4-2)
- Approved consent agenda including 26 items such as budget amendment, benefit administrator contract ($247,500), and multiple PID service plan updates (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Library Board is meeting to review updates regarding the Library Master Plan and planning for the Heritage Festival. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the May 2, 2022 meeting.
- Heritage Festival planning
- Library Master Plan update
- Approval of May 2, 2022 meeting minutes
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings. The body will receive updates regarding annual downtown activities, development, engineering, the Economic Development Corporation, and special events.
- Approval of June 2, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of July 7, 2022 meeting minutes
- Annual Downtown Update
- Development Update
- Engineering Update
The Downtown Commission met on August 4, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from its June 2 and July 7 meetings. The meeting also included presentations on the annual downtown update, development, engineering, economic development, and special events, but no other formal decisions were made.
- Approved June 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved July 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review an annual presentation and conduct several dedications and award presentations. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting.
- Annual Parks and Recreation Presentation
- Bike Repair Station Dedication
- Coach of the Year and Parent of the Year Awards
- Veteran Flag Presentation
The Parks and Recreation Board approved the June 1, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. The board also received presentations on the annual parks and recreation report, a bike repair station dedication, Coach of the Year and Parent of the Year awards, and a veteran flag presentation. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Celina Community Development Corporation
The Celina Community Development Corporation will meet to discuss and potentially approve the budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. The body will also consider an interlocal agreement with the City of Celina for office space and administrative services.
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Budget
- Interlocal agreement with the City of Celina for administrative services and office space
- Approval of minutes from the October 12, 2021 Special Meeting
The Celina Community Development Corporation unanimously adopted its Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget and approved an interlocal agreement with the City of Celina for administrative services and office space. The board also approved the minutes from the October 12, 2021 special meeting. All votes were unanimous with four members present; two members were absent.
- Approved October 12, 2021 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted FY 2022/2023 budget (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal agreement for administrative services and office space with City of Celina (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a worksession to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23.
- Discussion regarding FY 22-23 Proposed Budget
The Celina City Council held a worksession to discuss the proposed FY 22-23 budget, with presentations from city staff. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session.
- Discussed FY 22-23 proposed budget (no vote)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider zoning approximately 45 acres in the extraterritorial jurisdiction. The proposal seeks a Planned Development with commercial and multi-family horizontal base zoning.
- Public hearing for Hong Tract: 45 acres for Commercial, Office, Retail, and Multi-Family Horizontal zoning east of FM 1385
- Proposed Hong Tract standards: maximum density of 12 units/acre and maximum height of two stories
- Proposed Hong Tract requirement: minimum 4 acres preserved for Commercial, Office, and Retail uses along FM 1385
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved all five public hearing items on the agenda, each by a unanimous vote (6-0, with one absence). These included a 5-acre commercial zoning, a 10-acre PD amendment for multi-family, a 6-acre community facilities zoning, a 68-acre mixed-use PD zoning, and a 23-acre PD amendment for multi-family. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included the May 17, 2022 minutes and two preliminary plats.
- Approved 5-acre Commercial, Retail & Office (C) zoning west of Smiley Road (6-0)
- Approved 10-acre PD No. 86 amendment to MF-2 multi-family south of Ash Street (6-0)
- Approved 6-acre Community Facilities (CF) zoning north of FM 455 (6-0)
- Approved 68-acre PD with Mixed Use (MU) base zoning at Celina Parkway & J. Fred Smith Pkwy (6-0)
- Approved 23-acre PD No. 43 amendment to MF-2 multi-family south of Legacy Drive (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and two preliminary plats (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss Project Rituals and conduct a budget workshop for fiscal year 2022-2023. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on real property and financial incentives for specific business prospects.
- Discussion and action regarding Project Rituals
- Budget FY 2022-2023 Workshop
- Closed session regarding Project Burger
- Closed session regarding Project Granny Sweeties
- Closed session regarding Project Rituals
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board approved incentives for Project Rituals, a proposed project presented by Madison and Caleb Lavey, during a regular meeting on July 12, 2022. The motion was made after an executive session and adopted unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the board also accepted the previous meeting's minutes and held discussions on budget and updates.
- Approved Project Rituals incentives, subject to performance agreement (unanimous)
- Accepted June 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council
The Celina City Council will hold a regular meeting with a lengthy consent agenda, public hearings on several annexations and rezonings, and action items including a $14.75 million contract for Fire Station 3. The council will also discuss numerous development agreements in executive session, covering projects like Bloomfield Homes, a membership warehouse club, and various tracts. Several items involve public hearings for voluntary annexations and zoning changes, including properties near FM 455, Smiley Road, and Celina Parkway.
- Authorize $14,751,797 contract for Fire Station 3 construction to Crossland Construction
- Purchase police equipment from Axon Enterprise for up to $750,747.42
- Award $1,003,959.52 bid for Preston Road lighting phase 2 to Tejas Utilities
- Public hearings on annexation and zoning for Trails Baptist Church (6 acres) and 5513 Smiley Road (5 acres)
- Rezone 71 acres at Celina Parkway and J. Fred Smith Parkway to Planned Development Mixed Use
The Celina City Council approved a $14.75 million contract for Fire Station 3, awarded several construction and equipment bids, and approved multiple annexations and zoning changes. The council also authorized the issuance of $210,058 in contingency funds for a road pump station and approved a resolution to move forward with a 299-acre annexation petition by a 3-2 vote.
- Approved Fire Station 3 construction contract to Crossland Construction for $14,751,797 (5-0)
- Approved $1,003,959.52 for Preston Road lighting phase 2 to Tejas Utilities (5-0)
- Approved $422,205.85 for Maryland Drainage and Paving to ANA Site Construction (5-0)
- Approved $97,168.50 for all-way stop at Dallas Pkwy and Outer Loop to Total Highway Maintenance (5-0)
- Approved $750,747.42 for police equipment from Axon Enterprise (5-0)
- Approved $76,247.00 for Public Works Service Center furniture (5-0)
- Approved 299-acre annexation petition resolution (3-2)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-78 for $210,058 contingency for Celina Road Pump Station Phase 3 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from the June 2, 2022 meeting. The body will discuss updates regarding downtown development, special events, and an annual downtown update.
- Approval of June 2, 2022 meeting minutes
- Development update
- Special events update
- Annual downtown update
The Downtown Commission meeting on July 7, 2022, was called to order at 9:00 AM but a lack of quorum was declared at 9:07 AM. No further action was taken, and no substantive decisions were made.
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss several departmental updates and presentations. The agenda includes a review of the Wilson Creek Master Plan and board commission changes.
- Wilson Creek Master Plan discussion
- Board and Commission Changes/Timeline
- Annual Parks and Recreation Presentation
- Bike Repair Station Dedication
- Coach of the Year and Parent of the Year Awards
Special Events Advisory Committee
The Special Events Advisory Committee will discuss the Music Series and Splash & Blast events. The body will also review a recap and survey results from Cajun Fest.
- Presentation of Music Series & Splash & Blast
- Presentation recap of Cajun Fest & survey results
- Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five zoning and amendment requests. The body will also consider preliminary plats for two development projects. A worksession and open forum are included in the agenda.
- Preliminary Plat for Legacy Hills Parcel 11 (approx. 63 acres)
- Preliminary Plat for The Ranch at Uptown, Phases 3 & 4 (approx. 151 acres)
- Zoning request for 68 acres to Planned Development (Celina Landing)
- Zoning request for 5 acres to Commercial, Retail & Office District (5513 Smiley)
- PD amendment for 10 acres at Celina Station, The Depot and 23 acres at Chalk Hill MF
The Celina Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved all five public hearing items and the consent agenda, including two preliminary plats, two zoning requests, and two planned development amendments. All votes were 6-0 with Commissioner Ousley absent. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved minutes from May 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat for Legacy Hills Parcel 11, ~63 acres (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat for The Ranch at Uptown Phases 3 & 4, ~151 acres (unanimous)
- Approved zoning of ~5 acres to Commercial, Retail & Office District (C) at 5513 Smiley (unanimous)
- Approved PD No. 86 amendment to MF-2 for ~10 acres at Celina Station, The Depot (unanimous)
- Approved zoning of ~6 acres to Community Facilities District (CF) for Trails Baptist Church (unanimous)
- Approved PD zoning with Mixed Use base for ~68 acres at Celina Landing (unanimous)
- Approved PD No. 43 amendment to MF-2 for ~23 acres at Chalk Hill (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Celina City Council will hold public hearings and consider actions on multiple annexations and rezonings, including the 1,100-acre Rasor Ranch planned development, plus several smaller tracts. They will also discuss a noise ordinance revision, a Public Improvement District policy, and numerous consent agenda items such as budget amendments, speed limit changes, and contracts. Executive session items include property acquisitions and agreements for roads, a pump station, and economic incentives.
- Public hearing on rezoning 1,100 acres at Preston Road and Marilee Road to Planned Development (Rasor Ranch)
- Public hearings on annexation and zoning of 30 acres at Future Celina Parkway and FM 455 (Cornelius Tract) and 9 acres at Legacy/O'Brien (Blanks Property)
- Consent agenda includes $468,742.05 for server hardware, $288,327.00 for Law Enforcement Center design, $215,566.19 for dark fiber line design
- Ordinances to set speed limits: Preston Road (SH 289) from Frontier Parkway to Legacy Drive at 55 MPH, FM 428 from FM 455/Walnut to Sunset Blvd at 50 MPH
- Executive session discussions on property acquisitions for E Elm Street extension and Southeast Pump Station
The Celina City Council approved a series of annexations and zoning changes, including the 1,100-acre Rasor Ranch and 566-acre Mosaic developments, and adopted several ordinances for property acquisitions and public improvement districts. The council also tabled the issuance of 2022 certificates of obligation and elected a new Mayor Pro Tem.
- Approved Resolution 2022-29(R) for E Elm Street property acquisition (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-30(R) for southeast pump station property acquisition (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-54 rezoning 9 acres to Dallas North Tollway Overlay (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-55 zoning 6 acres for Celina Self Storage Expansion (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-56 annexing 30 acres (Cornelius Tract) (6-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-60 annexing 1,100 acres (Rasor Ranch) (5-0, Koehne abstained)
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-61 zoning 1,100 acres for Rasor Ranch PD (5-0, Koehne abstained)
- Tabled issuance of Series 2022 Certificates of Obligation (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss Project Shades of Green and conduct an evaluation of the Executive Director. The board will also review monthly marketing and business retention updates.
- Discussion and action regarding Project Shades of Green
- Executive session to evaluate the performance and duties of the Executive Director
- Executive session to discuss real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
- Recognition of Corbett Howard
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board approved a performance agreement with Shades of Green and authorized payment of the Executive Director's performance incentive, both unanimously after executive session. The board also accepted the May 3, 2022 minutes. No citizen comments were made.
- Approved performance agreement with Shades of Green (unanimous)
- Approved Executive Director performance incentive payment (unanimous)
- Accepted May 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to receive updates on development, parks, finance, and the Economic Development Corporation. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the May 5, 2022, meeting.
- Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes
- Development Update
- Parks Update
- Economic Development Corporation Update
- Finance Update
The Downtown Commission met on June 2, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2022 regular meeting. Staff provided updates on downtown development, parks, economic development, and finance, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss master plans for Koch and Wilson Creek Park. The body will also review a contract for Preston Road and a construction project for the Old Celina Park Playground.
- Koch Master Plan
- Wilson Creek Park Master Plan
- Norris Contract for Preston Road
- Construction Project for Old Celina Park Playground
- Splash & Blast Volunteers
The Parks and Recreation Board held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions beyond approving the May 4, 2022 meeting minutes. Discussion items included the Koch Master Plan, Wilson Creek Park Master Plan, a Norris contract for Preston Road, Splash & Blast volunteers, and a construction project for the Old Celina Park playground, but no action was taken on these items.
- Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special Events Advisory Committee
The Special Events Advisory Committee is meeting to review presentations on the Movie Night series, Cajun Fest, and marketing efforts. The body will also discuss event calendar magnets and recognize Haley Gatlin for receiving a Community Core Value Award.
- Presentation of Movie Night Series, Cajun Fest, and marketing efforts
- Presentation of event calendar magnets
- Announcement of Haley Gatlin receiving City of Celina Community Core Value Award
- Approval of February 9, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will review several zoning requests, including a 1,100-acre development at Preston Road and Marilee Road. The body will also act on plats for The Ranch at Uptown and Florida Duplex Addition. One item regarding Chalk Hill MF is noted as tabled.
- Zoning request for 1,100 acres at Preston Road and Marilee Road (Rasor Ranch PD)
- Zoning request for 566 acres at Legacy Drive and Parvin Road (Mosaic - PD)
- Zoning request for 513 acres west of Peterman Parkway (Mosaic - Remainder)
- Zoning request for 414 acres at future Coit Road and County Road 107 (Bray (Huffines) PD)
- Preliminary Plat for The Ranch at Uptown (approximately 150 acres)
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including two preliminary plats (Legacy Hills Parcel 11, 63 acres; The Ranch at Uptown Phases 3 & 4, 151 acres), two zoning requests (5513 Smiley, 5 acres to Commercial; Trails Baptist Church, 6 acres to Community Facilities), one rezoning (Celina Landing, 68 acres to Planned Development with Mixed Use base), and two Planned Development amendments (Celina Station The Depot, 10 acres to MF-2; Chalk Hill MF, 23 acres to MF-2). All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Ousley absent. No public speakers came forward for most items; one resident raised traffic and drainage concerns on the Celina Station item, which staff addressed.
- Approved minutes from May 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for Legacy Hills Parcel 11, ~63 acres (unanimous)
- Approved Preliminary Plat for The Ranch at Uptown Phases 3 & 4, ~151 acres (unanimous)
- Approved zoning of ~5 acres to Commercial, Retail & Office District at 5513 Smiley (unanimous)
- Approved PD No. 86 amendment to MF-2 for ~10 acres at Celina Station The Depot (unanimous)
- Approved zoning of ~6 acres to Community Facilities District for Trails Baptist Church (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of ~68 acres to Planned Development with Mixed Use base for Celina Landing (unanimous)
- Approved PD No. 43 amendment to MF-2 for ~23 acres at Chalk Hill MF (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is meeting to approve the official results of the May 7, 2022, General and Special Elections. This includes the election of Council Members for Place 1 and Place 6 and a vote on five proposed amendments to the City of Celina Charter.
- Approval of General Election results for Council Member Place 1 and Place 6
- Ordinance No. 2022-29 to canvass Special Election results and adopt charter amendments
- Proposition A: Correct non-substantive errors and outdated provisions in the City Charter
- Proposition B: Require Mayor Pro Tem election within two regular Council meetings after an election
- Proposition D: Expand the Park and Recreation Board to 7 resident members
The Celina City Council approved the canvass documents for the May 7, 2022, General Election and Ordinance No. 2022-48, which canvassed the Special Election results and adopted amendments to the City Charter. The vote was 2-0, with only two council members present. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved canvass documents for May 7, 2022 General Election results (2-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-48 canvassing Special Election results and adopting City Charter amendments (2-0)
City Council
The Celina City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a wide range of items, including several public hearings for rezoning and annexation of large tracts of land, approval of construction contracts for road and water line projects, and various economic development agreements. The agenda also includes routine items such as budget amendments, fee changes, and proclamations. Several items will be discussed in executive session, including legal and real estate matters.
- Rezoning 22 acres to Dallas North Tollway Overlay District at NW corner of future Dallas North Tollway and Collin County Outer Loop
- Annexation of approximately 38 acres south of future Mobberly Road and east of future Legacy Drive (Pollard Tract)
- Rezoning 188 acres to Community Facilities, Single-Family Residential, and Commercial districts at NW corner of future Peterman Parkway and J. Fred Smith Parkway (Goldstein Tract)
- Award construction contracts: Downtown Patio Project ($2,188,790), Celina Road Pump Station Phase 3 ($2,100,580), Coit Road Water Line Phase 1 ($4,503,198.40) and Phase 2 ($3,367,420.43)
- Authorize City Manager to execute economic incentive agreements with Gran Sweet, LLC and Swirls Bakery, LLC under Chapter 380
The Celina City Council approved a consent agenda including a $2,188,790 guaranteed maximum price contract for the Downtown Patio Project with AUI Partners, and awarded multiple construction and engineering contracts. The council also approved several rezoning ordinances and development agreements, including a 22-acre rezoning to the Dallas North Tollway Overlay District and a development agreement with MM Celina 100, LLC. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except for three development agreement amendments that passed with one abstention.
- Approved $2,188,790 Downtown Patio Project contract with AUI Partners (6-0)
- Awarded $4,503,198 Coit Road Water Line Phase 1 to Pittard Construction (6-0)
- Awarded $3,367,420 Coit Road Water Line Phase 2 to Maya Underground (6-0)
- Approved rezoning 22 acres to Dallas North Tollway Overlay District (6-0)
- Approved development agreement with MM Celina 100, LLC (6-0)
- Approved rezoning 188 acres to mixed-use zoning at Peterman and J. Fred Smith (6-0)
- Approved $110,813 engineering contract for Parvin Road design (6-0)
- Approved $296,900 engineering contract for downtown drainage (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Library Board will meet to receive updates on several library initiatives. The agenda focuses on progress reports regarding technology, planning, and community programming.
- Update regarding the RFID project
- Update regarding the Library Master Plan
- Update regarding the Heritage Festival
- Update regarding the Library Summer Reading Program
The Celina Library Board unanimously approved the April 7, 2022 meeting minutes. The board received updates on the Heritage Festival, RFID project, Library Master Plan, and Summer Reading Program, but took no other substantive actions.
- Approved April 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive status updates. The discussion will cover development, the fire department, and special events.
- Approval of April 7, 2022, meeting minutes
- Development update
- Fire Department update
- Special Events update
The Downtown Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its April 7, 2022 regular meeting. The meeting also included informational updates on special events (including Cajun Fest), downtown development, and fire codes/operations, but no other formal decisions were made.
- Approved April 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and take action on Project Lion. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on real property, personnel matters, and financial incentives for Project Joe East, Project Lion, and Project Swirls.
- Discussion and action regarding Project Lion
- Closed session on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
- Closed session on financial incentives for Project Joe East, Project Lion, and Project Swirls
- Review of monthly activities including Executive Director, Business Retention, and Marketing updates
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss several city projects and administrative matters. The agenda includes updates on the Senior Center and Downtown Patio projects, as well as a new playground at Old Celina Park.
- Land acquisition process
- Downtown Patio Project update
- New playground at Old Celina Park
- Proposition D and parks board vacancies
- Senior Center Project update
The Celina Parks and Recreation Board held a regular meeting on May 4, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting unanimously. The board also discussed several topics, including the land acquisition process, the Downtown Patio Project, a new playground at Old Celina Park, Proposition D and parks board vacancies, flag football, and the Senior Center Project, but no formal action was taken on these items.
- Approved March 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on Project Burger. The board will also enter a closed executive session to deliberate on real property, personnel matters, and financial incentives for Project Granny Sweeties and Project Burger.
- Discussion and action regarding Project Burger
- Executive session regarding Project Granny Sweeties
- Executive session regarding Project Burger
- Review of monthly activities including Executive Director, Business Retention, and Marketing updates
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board unanimously approved two incentive agreements in open session after closed deliberations: a first amendment to an economic development incentive agreement for Project Granny Sweeties, and incentives for Project Burger subject to a performance agreement. The board also accepted the April 5, 2022 minutes. No citizen comments were made.
- Approved first amendment to economic development incentive agreement for Project Granny Sweeties (unanimous)
- Approved Project Burger incentives subject to execution of performance agreement (unanimous)
- Accepted April 5, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
Special Events Advisory Committee
The Special Events Advisory Committee approved the February 9, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. They also discussed upcoming events and marketing efforts, and decided to hold their next meeting on June 22 at 5:30 PM. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Feb 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Set next meeting for June 22 at 5:30 PM
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several rezoning requests and two development agreements. These items include proposals for multi-family housing, commercial storage, and overlay districts within the city limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction.
- Rezoning of 26 acres for Cottages of Celina (Mosey Tract) to multi-family districts
- Rezoning of 4 acres at Old Log Trail and Collin County Outer Loop for self-storage and RV/boat storage
- Rezoning of 188 acres at future Peterman Parkway and J. Fred Smith Parkway (Goldstein Tract)
- Rezoning of 65 acres at Oklahoma Drive and Glendenning Parkway (Celina Junction) to Mixed-Use
- Development agreements for 100 acres (Celina 100) and 5 acres (5513 Smiley Road) in the ETJ
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved eight rezoning and development agreement requests, including the Cottages of Celina (Mosey Tract), Old Log Trail Self-Storage, NWC Tollway and Outer Loop, Pollard Tract, Goldstein Tract, Moore Farm, GCEC Substation, Celina 100, and 5513 Smiley Road. The commission tabled the Celina Junction rezoning request to its May 17, 2022 meeting. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Ousley absent.
- Approved Cottages of Celina (Mosey Tract) rezoning (unanimous)
- Approved Old Log Trail Self-Storage rezoning (unanimous)
- Approved NWC Tollway and Outer Loop rezoning (unanimous)
- Approved Pollard Tract zoning (unanimous)
- Approved Goldstein Tract rezoning (unanimous)
- Approved Moore Farm rezoning (unanimous)
- Tabled Celina Junction rezoning to 5/17/2022 (unanimous)
- Approved GCEC Substation, Celina 100, and 5513 Smiley Road (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Celina City Council will hold public hearings and consider actions on several major development items, including the voluntary annexation of about 1,079 acres north of Frontier Parkway, the zoning of 788 acres for the Legacy North development, and the issuance of special assessment revenue bonds for the Celina Hills PID. The council will also discuss a proposed Texas New Mexico Power transmission line and consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases.
- Public hearing and action on voluntary annexation of ~79 acres at northwest corner of future Glendenning Parkway and Legacy Drive (First Leo Portion)
- Public hearing and action on zoning ~788 acres as Planned Development with Dallas North Tollway Overlay and Mixed-Use District (Legacy North)
- Action on issuing Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 for Celina Hills PID
- Consent agenda includes awarding bid for Doe Branch Bank Stabilization to Ark Contracting Services, LLC for $155,330
- Consent agenda includes purchase of IT hardware through State of Texas DIR contract for $1,596,945.78
The Celina City Council unanimously approved the purchase of property from the Jon Cox Ousley Family Trust for a future city park, including a future agreement for sculpture displays. They also approved two voluntary annexations, a rezoning, a planned development zoning, and the issuance of special assessment revenue bonds for the Celina Hills Public Improvement District. All votes were 6-0.
- Approved Amended and Restated Agreement to Convey Real Property for future park (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-31 annexing 3.3 acres (Creek Pointe Estates ROW) (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-36 annexing 79 acres (Legacy North) (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-32 zoning 788 acres as Planned Development (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-33 rezoning 7 acres to Commercial, Office, & Retail (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-34 levying assessments for Celina Hills PID (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-35 issuing Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for Celina Hills PID (6-0)
- Approved Resolutions 2022-20R, 2022-21R, 2022-23R, 2022-24R, 2022-25R (all 6-0)
Library Board
The Library Board will meet to approve minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting. Members will receive updates on the April 9th Library Book Fair, the Story Book Walk, and Youth Services, as well as the March 2022 report.
- April 9th Library Book Fair update
- Story Book Walk update
- March 2022 Report
- Youth Services update
The Celina Library Board unanimously approved the minutes from its March 3, 2022 regular meeting. The board then received updates on the April 9 book fair, the Story Book Walk, the March 2022 report, and youth services, including discussions about recent youth reading activities, the Heritage Festival, and Collin College's Cowboy Poetry program. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved March 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting. The body will receive updates regarding downtown development, engineering capital improvement projects, the Economic Development Corporation, and special events.
- Approval of March 3, 2022 meeting minutes
- Development update
- Engineering Capital Improvement Projects update
- Economic Development Corporation update
- Special Events update
The Downtown Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its March 3, 2022 meeting. Staff provided updates on downtown development, capital improvement projects, economic development initiatives, and the 2022 special events calendar, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.
- Approved March 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board unanimously approved incentive packages for two business prospects, Project Joe East and Project Swirls, subject to performance agreements. A third project, Project Lion, was presented but no action was taken. The board also accepted the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved Project Joe East incentives (unanimous)
- Approved Project Swirls incentives (unanimous)
- Accepted March 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- No action taken on Project Lion
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider rezoning requests for two properties. The body will also act on a conveyance plat and a replat for business and residential additions.
- Public hearing to rezone 788 acres to Planned Development (PD) for Legacy North (First Leo)
- Public hearing to rezone 6.2 acres to Commercial, Office, & Retail District (C) for Summit Commons
- Conveyance Plat for Summit Commons Addition (approximately 20 acres) at Preston Road and Glendenning Parkway
- Replat for Coit Business Park (approximately 10 acres) west of future Coit Road
City Council
The Celina City Council is holding a regular meeting with a lengthy agenda that includes public hearings on several rezonings, annexations, and development agreements, as well as action on a consent agenda with numerous contracts and budget amendments. The meeting also includes proclamations, staff reports, and executive session discussions on legal and real estate matters.
- Public hearings on rezonings for 12.1 acres at Dallas North Tollway and Collin County Outer Loop, 2 acres on Louisiana Drive, 10 acres near Sunset Boulevard, and 226 acres for North Sky (Chan Moore) PD zoning.
- Public hearing and ordinance on voluntary annexation of 4.8 acres (Shades of Green) and a third public hearing for annexation of 10 properties totaling over 300 acres.
- Consent agenda includes a $1,090,438.80 contract for Public Works Service Center Improvements Phase 1, a $691,000 design services agreement for Coit Road and Ownsby Parkway, and a $215,778.39 hardware/cloud storage purchase.
- Public hearing on creation of Ten Mile Creek Public Improvement District and resolution to create it.
- Action on 2020/2021 Fiscal Year Audit and Single Audit presentation by BKD.
The Celina City Council held a regular meeting on March 15, 2022, and approved a series of items, including rezoning requests, voluntary annexations, development agreements, and a public information policy. All votes were unanimous except for one rezoning (142 acres to Agricultural District) which passed 5-1. The council also adopted the consent agenda, which included budget amendments, contracts, and agreements for various city projects.
- Adopted Public Information Act policy (unanimous)
- Approved real estate sales contract with 3G Investments, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved withdrawal of resolution for Pump Station land acquisition (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including budget amendment, contracts, and agreements (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning 12.1 acres to Dallas North Tollway Overlay District (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning 2 acres to Planned Development with Industrial base (unanimous)
- Approved voluntary annexation of 4.8 acres (Shades of Green) (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning 142 acres to Agricultural District (5-1, Wigginton opposed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from the January 6, 2022 meeting. The body will also receive updates regarding downtown development, code enforcement, health, and special events.
- Approval of January 6, 2022 meeting minutes
- Development update
- Code Enforcement & Health update
- Special Events update
The Downtown Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its Jan. 6, 2022 regular meeting. The meeting also included informational updates from staff on downtown development, code enforcement, and special events, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Jan. 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Celina Public Library Board will meet to appoint a Vice-chair and Secretary. The board will also receive updates on youth services, the strategic plan, and upcoming library events.
- Designation of library board Vice-chair and Secretary
- Update on Youth Services March calendar and Spring Break activities
- Update on the Library Strategic Plan
- Discussion regarding April Booksale
- Update regarding Story Book Walk
The Celina Library Board met on March 3, 2022, and approved the January 18, 2022 minutes. The board unanimously appointed Jo Rutt as Vice-chair and Jessica Biwot as Secretary. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were updates only.
- Approved Jan 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Appointed Jo Rutt as Vice-chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Jessica Biwot as Secretary (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive updates on several city projects and staffing. The session includes discussions on recreation sports numbers and tournaments.
- Update regarding the Downtown Patio Project
- Update regarding the Senior Center and Linear Park project
- Update regarding New Staff and recent Promotions
- Discussion regarding Rec Sport Numbers
- Discussion regarding Celina Tournaments
The Celina Parks and Recreation Board met and approved the minutes from its Jan. 5, 2022 meeting unanimously. The board received updates from staff on new hires, the Downtown Patio Project, the Senior Center and Linear Park project, recreation sports numbers, and Celina tournaments. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved Jan. 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to review monthly activities and approve previous minutes. The board will enter a closed executive session to deliberate on real property and financial incentives for several business prospects.
- Project Mangiamo Italian Market & Deli - Amendment
- Project Shades of Green
- Project Joe East
- Project Burger
- Discussion of real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
The Celina EDC board unanimously approved an amendment to Project Mangiamo Italian Market & Deli after reconvening from executive session. No action was taken on three other projects discussed in closed session. The board also accepted the February 1, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously.
- Approved amendment to Project Mangiamo Italian Market & Deli (unanimous)
- Accepted Feb 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- No action taken on Project Shades of Green
- No action taken on Project Joe East
- No action taken on Project Burger
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss several land-use requests, including zoning for residential and commercial developments. The body will also consider three development agreements for tracts ranging from 45 to 427 acres.
- Final Plat for North Square at Uptown (14 acres, 78 residential lots)
- Replat for Sage Retail Addition for Pet Suites (8 acres)
- Zoning request for 226 acres to Single-Family Residential Detached (North Sky)
- Zoning request for 10 acres to Commercial, Office, & Retail (Shades of Green)
- Development Agreements for KDD Ranch (71 acres), Hong Tract (45 acres), and Hubbard Tract (427 acres)
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a 226-acre Planned Development with base zoning of Single-Family Residential Detached (SF-R) for North Sky (Chan Moore) and a 224-acre Agricultural District (AG) zoning for the remainder, both in the ETJ. The commission also approved a 10-acre PD zoning for Shades of Green, a 2-acre rezoning to Industrial District for 881 N. Louisiana, a 12.1-acre Dallas North Tollway Overlay District for 12 Acres on DNT, and development agreements for KDD Ranch (71 acres) and Hubbard Tract (427 acres). A development agreement for the Hong Tract (45 acres) was withdrawn by the applicant, and no action was taken. All approvals were unanimous except the AG zoning (5-1) and Hubbard Tract (5-1).
- Approved 226-acre PD zoning (SF-R) for North Sky (Chan Moore) - unanimous
- Approved 224-acre AG zoning for North Sky (Chan Moore) Remainder - 5 to 1 (Ousley dissenting)
- Approved 10-acre PD zoning (C/AG) for Shades of Green - unanimous
- Approved 2-acre rezoning to Industrial District for 881 N. Louisiana - unanimous
- Approved 12.1-acre Dallas North Tollway Overlay District for 12 Acres on DNT - unanimous
- Approved Development Agreement for KDD Ranch (71 acres) - unanimous
- Approved Development Agreement for Hubbard Tract (427 acres) - 5 to 1 (Clark dissenting)
- No action on Hong Tract Development Agreement (withdrawn by applicant)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Special Events Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss the current event calendar and review events from Fall 2021. Members will also provide an overview of Movie Night and Music on the Square.
- Presentation of the Event Calendar
- Recap of Fall Events of 2021
- Overview of Music on the Square and Movie Night
- Approval of minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Celina City Council will hold public hearings and consider actions on several annexations, development agreements, and zoning changes, including the voluntary annexation of about 100 acres at Estates at Bonito Lake and a development agreement with Rasor Family Ranch for about 1,100 acres. The consent agenda includes a $2.1 million wastewater collection system contract, police vehicle purchases, and a budget amendment. The council will also enter executive session to discuss real property and litigation.
- Public hearing on voluntary annexation of ~100 acres at Estates at Bonito Lake (southeast corner of future Stallcup Blvd and Coit Rd) with PD zoning for single-family residential
- Public hearing on development agreement with Rasor Family Ranch, LP for ~1,100 acres at southwest corner of Preston Rd and Marilee Rd
- Award bid for Oklahoma Drive gravity wastewater collection system to ANA Site Construction for $1,942,409.45 plus 10% contingency (total not to exceed $2,136,640.40)
- Purchase three police vehicles through cooperative contract not to exceed $116,194.81
- Resolution consenting to creation of West Preston MUD No. 1 (~1,098 acres in ETJ)
The Celina City Council approved a consent agenda including a $2.14M wastewater collection system contract, a $116K police vehicle purchase, and a $60K demolition bid. In public hearings, the council approved annexation and zoning for the Estates at Bonito Lake (100 acres), rezoning of the Kim Tract (21 acres), and a development agreement with Rasor Family Ranch (1,100 acres). The council also authorized issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for the Ownsby Farms PID and set locations for future fire and police facilities.
- Approved $2,136,640.40 wastewater collection system contract to ANA Site Construction (6-0)
- Approved annexation and PD zoning for Estates at Bonito Lake, 100 acres (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of Kim Tract to Commercial with Preston Road Overlay (6-0)
- Approved development agreement with Rasor Family Ranch for 1,100 acres (6-0)
- Approved issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for Ownsby Farms PID (6-0)
- Approved locations for future fire and police facilities (6-0)
- Approved purchase of three police vehicles up to $116,194.81 (6-0)
- Approved demolition bid to Hawkins Construction up to $59,999 (6-0)
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from the January 6, 2022 meeting. The body will receive updates regarding downtown development, code enforcement, health, and special events.
- Approval of January 6, 2022 meeting minutes
- Development update
- Code Enforcement & Health update
- Special Events update
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will discuss and take action regarding Gandy Real Estate. The board will also hold a closed session to deliberate on real property, personnel matters, and financial incentives for Project Downtown Eclipse.
- Discussion and action regarding Gandy Real Estate
- Closed session regarding Project Downtown Eclipse financial or other incentives
- Closed session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property
- Approval of January 4, 2022 meeting minutes
The Celina EDC board accepted the minutes from its January 4, 2022 meeting by a 3-0 vote. Jim Gandy of Gandy Real Estate gave a presentation about his experience with the Frisco EDC, but no action was taken. The board then entered closed session to discuss real property, personnel, and business incentives, including 'Project Downtown Eclipse.' No substantive decisions were made in open session beyond the minutes approval.
- Approved January 4, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Heard Gandy Real Estate presentation; no action taken
- Entered closed session for real property, personnel, and business incentive discussions
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a two-day worksession to discuss strategic priorities and goals. The agenda focuses on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and developing city milestones.
- CIP Overview
- Council’s Strategic Priorities
- Developing milestones for the City
- Council’s short-term goals and long-term vision
Library Board
The Celina Public Library Board will meet to appoint a Vice Chairperson and Secretary. The board will also discuss the 2022 special event calendar and the Library Heritage Festival Program.
- Appointment of Library Vice Chairperson and Secretary
- Introduction of new Youth Services Librarian
- 2022 special event calendar update
- Library Heritage Festival Program input
- Christmas on the Square (Cupcakes with Mrs. Claus) update
The Celina Library Board approved the October 2021 minutes and adopted a new meeting schedule for the first Thursday of each month. The board also directed that the Cupcakes with Mrs. Claus event remain on the same day as Christmas on the Square, and tabled the appointment of a Vice Chairperson and Secretary to the February meeting.
- Approved October 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted new board meeting time on first Thursday of each month (unanimous)
- Directed Cupcakes with Mrs. Claus event to stay on same day as Christmas on the Square
- Tabled appointment of Vice Chairperson and Secretary to February meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning and development requests in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The body will also consider four final plats for right-of-way extensions and roadways.
- Development Agreement for approximately 1,100 acres at Preston Road and Marilee Road (Rasor Ranch)
- Rezoning of approximately 21 acres to Commercial, Office, & Retail District east of Preston Road (Kim Tract)
- Zoning of approximately 100 acres to Planned Development/Single-Family Residential Estate at future Stallcup Boulevard and Coit Road (Estates at Bonito Lake)
- Final Plat for O'Brien Drive right-of-way (9.4 acres)
- Final Plat for Legacy Drive right-of-way (5.7 acres)
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a rezoning of approximately 21 acres to Commercial, Office, & Retail District (C) east of Preston Road, and a Planned Development (PD) with base zoning of Single-Family Residential Estate District (SF-E) for approximately 100 acres at Stallcup Boulevard and Coit Road. They also approved a Development Agreement for approximately 1,100 acres at Preston Road and Marilee Road (Rasor Ranch) with a 4-0 vote, one abstention. All items were within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ).
- Approved rezoning of ~21 acres to Commercial, Office, & Retail District (C) east of Preston Road (unanimous)
- Approved zoning of ~100 acres to Planned Development (PD) with base SF-E at Stallcup and Coit (unanimous)
- Approved Development Agreement for ~1,100 acres at Preston and Marilee (Rasor Ranch) (4-0, Poché abstained)
- Approved consent agenda including final plats for O'Brien Drive, Legacy Drive, J Fred Smith Parkway, and Punk Carter Parkway right-of-way extensions
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Celina City Council is meeting to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including a resolution of intent to annex approximately 313 acres, several development agreements, and numerous public hearings for annexations and rezonings. The agenda also includes consent items for contracts, budgets, and infrastructure projects, as well as an executive session for legal and real property discussions.
- Resolution of intent to annex 313 acres across 12 tracts (Item IX.A)
- Public hearings for annexation and zoning of CISD Coit Road Middle School (45 acres), CISD Western High School (65 acres), and O'Brien Tract (77 acres)
- Rezoning of 31 acres to Planned Development with Mixed-Use at Preston Road and Collin County Outer Loop (Preston Centra)
- Award bids for Sunset Boulevard Lift Station: $4,416,947.70 (North Texas Contracting) and $561,699.60 (Dickerson Construction)
- Contract with TRC Engineering for road design at $193,050
The Celina City Council approved a series of annexations, zoning changes, and development agreements, including for school sites and residential projects. It also authorized several infrastructure contracts and bond issuances. All votes were unanimous except for two development agreements that passed 4-1, with Council Member Wigginton dissenting.
- Approved voluntary annexation of 45 acres for CISD Coit Road Middle School (unanimous)
- Zoned 45 acres for CISD Coit Road Middle School as Community Facilities (unanimous)
- Approved voluntary annexation of 65 acres for CISD Western High School (unanimous)
- Zoned 65 acres for CISD Western High School as Community Facilities (unanimous)
- Approved voluntary annexation of 77 acres for O'Brien Tract (Preston Railyard) (unanimous)
- Zoned 77 acres for O'Brien Tract as Planned Development with Industrial base (unanimous)
- Rezoned 31 acres at Preston Road and Collin County Outer Loop to Planned Development with Mixed-Use base (unanimous)
- Approved development agreement with HC Celina 414, LLC for Serenade (4-1, Wigginton dissenting)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will meet to appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a special exception to building and area requirements for a specific property.
- Public hearing for special exception to Building and Area Requirements at 3812 Chalk Hill Avenue
Downtown Commission
The Downtown Commission will meet to approve minutes from three previous meetings. The body will also receive updates regarding downtown development, building permits, and special events.
- Approval of minutes from October 7, 2021
- Approval of minutes from November 4, 2021
- Approval of minutes from December 2, 2021
- Development Update
- Building Permits Update
The Downtown Commission met on January 6, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from its October, November, and December 2021 meetings. Staff provided updates on downtown development, building permits, and special events, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Oct 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Nov 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Dec 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Board will review updates on several city projects including the Downtown Patio and Downtown Inner Loop. Members will also discuss 2022 special events and potential sites for pickleball courts.
- 2022 Special Events
- Downtown Patio Project
- Downtown Inner Loop Project
- Senior Center update
- Pickleball court site visits
The Celina Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved the minutes from its November 3, 2021 meeting. The board then held discussions and received updates on several projects and events, including the 2022 special events, Downtown Patio Project, Downtown Inner Loop Project, Senior Center, Old Celina Park (Troubadour Event), future park site visits for pickleball courts, and 2021 sports numbers. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved Nov 3, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Celina Economic Development Corporation
The Celina Economic Development Corporation will meet to review monthly activities and approve previous minutes. The board will enter a closed executive session to discuss real property, personnel matters, and financial incentives for a business prospect known as Project Green.
- Closed session discussion of Project Green regarding financial or other incentives
- Closed session deliberation on the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
- Review of monthly activities including Executive Director, Marketing, and Business Retention updates
The Celina Economic Development Corporation board held a regular meeting on January 4, 2022, with no citizen comments. The board unanimously approved the minutes from the December 7, 2021 meeting. The board then entered a closed executive session to discuss real property, personnel, and business incentive matters, but took no action on the items discussed. The meeting concluded with staff updates and adjournment.
- Approved minutes of Dec 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)