Sherman public meetings in 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved the preliminary plat and site plan for Shepherd's Place, a 292.771-acre residential development with 941 lots, subject to the Staff Review Letter. The commission also approved a zone change for Hope on Houston Addition from R-1 to C-1, a zone change for The Village at East Peyton Street from C-2 to R-2, and a preliminary plat for Greenwood Heights. Several items were tabled, including a zone change for 107 Parsons Venture Ltd and a sign variance at 2205 Texoma Parkway.

• Approved Shepherd's Place preliminary plat and site plan (941 lots) (7-0)
• Approved Hope on Houston Addition zone change R-1 to C-1 (7-0)
• Approved The Village at East Peyton Street zone change C-2 to R-2 (7-0)
• Approved Greenwood Heights preliminary plat (6-1)
• Approved Hanolley Hills Addition replat, SUP, and site plan (44 patio homes) (7-0)
• Approved North Park Baptist Church youth hall/gym SUP amendment (7-0)
• Denied monument sign exception/variance at 6121 N. US Hwy 75 (5-0)
• Tabled zone change and conceptual site plan for 107 Parsons Venture Ltd (7-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved a 10-year property tax abatement for Finisar's proposed $50 million expansion, adopted three ordinances related to TCEQ municipal setting designations, and authorized contracts for the new police headquarters, including a lift station design and radio equipment. The council also approved an annexation scheduling plan for about 37 acres off FM 131 North and a contract with Grayson County for animal shelter services.

• Approved 10-year tax abatement for Finisar's $50M expansion (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 6441-6443 for TCEQ municipal setting designations and zone renumbering (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6827 for Grayson County animal shelter contract, effective Dec 14, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6828 for police HQ lift station design amendment (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6829 for Finisar tax abatement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6830 for Motorola radio equipment purchase (6-0)
• Approved annexation scheduling plan for BMT Global, LLC – North Travis (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Called special council meeting for Jan 18, 2022

City Council

The Sherman City Council approved six ordinances (6435-6440) covering a paint booth permit at Camping World, 235 patio homes and a zone change on Dripping Springs Road, a duplex development at 2100 East Lamar Street, a 306-lot single-family development on West Houston Street, and a 288-unit multi-family development at 400 West U.S. Highway 82. The council also approved a resolution to purchase approximately 39.95 acres near FM 691 and La Cima Road for $38,500 per acre to expand the Water Treatment Plant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 6435: Specific Use Permit for a paint booth at Camping World, 2005 S. Sam Rayburn Freeway.
• Approved Ordinance 6436: Specific Use Permit for up to 235 patio homes in the 3100-3500 blocks of Dripping Springs Road.
• Approved Ordinance 6437: Zone change to R-1 (One-Family Residential) for property in the 3100-3500 blocks of Dripping Springs Road.
• Approved Ordinance 6438: Zone change to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential) at 2100 East Lamar Street for 48 duplex lots (96 units).
• Approved Ordinance 6439: Zone change to R-1 for property in the 3800 block of West Houston Street for 306 single-family lots.
• Approved Ordinance 6440: Zone change to R-2 at 400 West U.S. Highway 82 for a 288-unit multi-family development.
• Approved Resolution 6812: Authorized purchase of ~39.95 acres at FM 691 & La Cima Road for $38,500/acre for Water Treatment Plant expansion.
• Approved Resolution 6813: Authorized a 50% matching grant for Kara Massengale d/b/a Specs in the City to relocate to 100 N. Travis Street.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for the 279-lot Hidden Meadows Addition and a zone change from C-2 to R-1 on 10.988 acres in the 3800 block of West Houston Street, despite resident concerns about traffic and flooding. The commission also approved a replat, zone change, and specific use permit for 235 patio homes at Sweetwater Springs Phase 2, and a zone change and site plan for 48 duplexes at 2100 East Lamar Street. Several items were tabled, including the A.J. Hendrickson preliminary plat at 409 Wanda Drive and the Hope on Houston replat and zone change, while a 130-foot flagpole exception at Camping World was denied.

• Approved Hidden Meadows preliminary plat (279 lots) and C-2 to R-1 zone change (6-0)
• Approved Sweetwater Springs Phase 2 replat, M-H to R-1 zone change, and SUP for 235 patio homes (6-0)
• Approved zone change and site plan for 48 duplexes at 2100 E. Lamar St. (6-0)
• Approved Heritage Court multi-family site plan and exceptions for 32-ft building setback and 6-ft fence (6-0)
• Approved Heights on Hickory Street zone change to R-2 and trash compactor setback exception (6-0)
• Denied 130-ft flagpole exception at Camping World (4-1)
• Tabled A.J. Hendrickson preliminary plat at 409 Wanda Dr. (5-0)
• Tabled Hope on Houston replat and zone change to C-1 (6-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will canvass the November 2 election results, including a recount for the At-Large Place 1 seat, and administer the oath of office to the winner. The main business is a series of public hearings and adoption of seven zoning ordinances (Nos. 6428-6434) covering rezoning, specific use permits, and a planned development. The council will also consider resolutions for a commercial master development agreement, a water treatment plant design contract, a sludge removal construction bid, a predevelopment loan for a new hospital, and joining the Texas opioid settlement.

• Public hearings and adoption of Ordinances 6428-6434: rezoning for Village Planned Development (2800-3200 blocks of S. FM 1417), R-1 at 6350 Theresa Drive, C-1, SF-1, R-2 in 6000-6400 blocks of S. US 75 and Akers Road, specific use permits for auto repair at 1504 W. Houston St. and duplex at 214 E. College St.
• Resolution 6803: Commercial Master Development Agreement with Heritage Ranch Holdings for public facilities in ~254-acre Heritage Ranch along US Hwy 82.
• Resolution 6804: Professional engineering design services agreement with Garver, LLC for water treatment plant improvements.
• Resolution 6805: Award bid to Synagro of Texas-CDR for WTP Sludge Removal Project 2021.
• Resolution 6806: Amended predevelopment loan agreement for an estimated 80-bed acute care hospital.

The Sherman City Council canvassed the November 2 election results, adopted Resolution 6801 declaring the recount outcome for the At-Large Place 1 seat, and seated newly elected Mayor David Plyler and Council Member Henry Marroquin. The Council then adopted seven zoning ordinances (6428-6434) covering the Village Planned Development amendment, a zone change at 6350 Theresa Drive, three zone changes near South Highway 75 and Akers Road, and specific use permits for an auto repair shop and a duplex. It also approved Resolution 6803 authorizing the Heritage Ranch commercial master development agreement, Resolution 6804 for water treatment plant design services, Resolution 6805 for sludge removal, Resolution 6806 amending the hospital predevelopment loan, Resolution 6807 joining the opioid settlement, and several consent agenda items including the animal shelter fee schedule with Grayson County effective January 1, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution 6801 canvassing election results and declaring recount outcome (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6428 amending Village Planned Development (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6429 zone change at 6350 Theresa Drive to R-1 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 6430-6432 zone changes near South Highway 75 and Akers Road (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 6433-6434 specific use permits for auto repair and duplex (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6803 Heritage Ranch commercial master development agreement (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 6804 water treatment plant design services with Garver, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6805 sludge removal contract with Synagro (5-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council is holding a called meeting to canvass the November 2, 2021 municipal election results, declare the outcomes for Mayor and City Council At-Large Place No. 2, and note that the Place No. 1 race is subject to a recount petition. Newly elected council members will take the oath of office and receive certificates of election. The agenda also includes a citizen comment period and a possible executive session.

• Canvass of election returns for November 2, 2021 regular municipal election
• Resolution No. 6802 declaring results for Mayor and City Council At-Large Place No. 2; noting recount petition for Place No. 1
• Oath of office and presentation of certificates to newly elected council members
• Citizen comments on agenda items only
• Possible executive session on legal, real estate, personnel, security, or economic development matters

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting an ordinance approving the 2021-22 Annual Service Plan for the Bel Air Industrial District, and will vote on resolutions for a new police headquarters construction manager contract and a water lead/copper rule initial screening agreement. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes, a quarterly financial report, and abandoning a portion of a sanitary sewer easement.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 6427 for the Bel Air Public Improvement District's annual service plan.
• Resolution to authorize a contract with Bel Air Construction for the new police headquarters, budgeted at $18.5 million.
• Resolution to authorize a $2.1 million contract for 2021 water and wastewater system improvements.
• Resolution to authorize a $3.5 million contract for street improvements.
• Ordinance to amend the FY 2021-22 budget.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission will review approximately 20 development requests, including site plans, plat approvals, and zone changes. Key items include a planned development amendment for The Village on Heritage Parkway and a multi-tract rezoning project at the intersection of South U.S. Highway 75 and Akers Road. One request regarding 1321 West Moore Street was withdrawn by the applicant prior to the meeting.

• Amend Planned Development for The Village (624.473 acres) on South FM 1417 (Heritage Parkway).
• Zone change for 54.527 acres at S. US Hwy 75 & Akers Rd from M-1.5 to C-1, R-2, and SF-1 districts.
• Zone change for Frontera Manufactured Home Community (112.342 acres) at 2708 East Lamar Street from R-A to M-H.
• Specific Use Permit for a 130-foot AT&T telecommunications tower at 111 Archer Drive.
• Preliminary Plat approval for Heritage Ranch Addition (184.573 acres) on N. FM 1417 & W. US Hwy 82.

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change and site plan for Frontera Manufactured Home Community, a 409-unit development on 112.334 acres at 2708 East Lamar Street, contingent on future annexation. The commission also approved multiple plats, site plans, and zone changes, including a 236-lot residential subdivision and a mixed-use development. A request for a 130-foot AT&T telecommunications tower was tabled, and a chain-link fence exception for Camping World was denied.

• Approved Frontera Manufactured Home Community zone change (R-A to M-H) and site plan (7-0)
• Approved exception for 40-foot-wide lots in manufactured home community (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Sweetwater Springs Phase 2, 236 lots (7-0)
• Approved zone changes for Jamestown Square tracts to C-1, R-2, and SF-1 (7-0)
• Tabled AT&T 130-foot telecommunications tower exception and site plan (5-0)
• Denied chain-link fence exception for Camping World (5-0)
• Approved variance for sign setback at 1317 S. Sam Rayburn Fwy (5-0)
• Approved specific use permit for duplex at 214 E. College St (7-0)

Library Board

The Sherman Public Library Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, elect officers, and receive a library update. The board will also discuss the library's general policy and other business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific contracts, dollar amounts, or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes from May 11, 2021 and December 8, 2020
• Election of officers
• Library update
• Discussion of library general policy

The Sherman County Library Board approved minutes from December 8, 2020, and May 11, 2021, as written. Donna Nesbit agreed to continue as president for the next year, and Melissa Eason will continue as secretary. The board received updates on library operations, including technology projects, staffing, and programming, but made no other formal decisions.

• Approved minutes from Dec 8, 2020 and May 11, 2021 (motion by Mealy, second by Myrick)
• Donna Nesbit agreed to continue as president for next year
• Melissa Eason will continue to take minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions regarding property tax abatements and economic development incentives for four phases of Texas Instruments' investments. The body will also review several zoning permits, a land annexation, and police vehicle purchases.

• Tax abatement and incentive agreements for Texas Instruments (Phases I-IV)
• Annexation of approximately 142.223 acres north of FM 1417
• Purchase of four Chevrolet Tahoe and two Ford F-150 police vehicles
• Specific Use Permits for a smoke/vape shop at 115 North Sunset Blvd and 1717 Texoma Pkwy
• Specific Use Permit for an Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Facility at 2310 North Travis Street

The City Council approved eight resolutions authorizing tax abatement and Chapter 380 incentive agreements with Texas Instruments for a proposed four-phase semiconductor manufacturing facility. The agreements provide a 90% abatement of ad valorem property taxes for years 1-10 and a 90% rebate for years 11-30, plus a 20% discount on City utility rates for Phase I. The Council also approved several zoning changes, specific use permits, and plats, including the annexation of 142 acres for the Travis Heights subdivision.

• Approved Texas Instruments tax abatement and Chapter 380 agreements for all four phases (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 142.223 acres for Travis Heights subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for smoke/vape shop at 115 N. Sunset Blvd, with one-year review (6-1)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for lending/finance office at 1719 Texoma Pkwy (unanimous)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for intellectual/developmental disabilities facility at 2310 N. Travis St (unanimous)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for smoke/vape shop at 1717 Texoma Pkwy (5-1)
• Approved zone change to R-2 multi-family residential at 4001 W. O.B. Groner Rd for 276-unit apartment complex (4-2)
• Approved purchase of four Chevrolet Tahoe and two Ford F-150 police vehicles (consent agenda)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a tax abatement reinvestment zone for Texas Instruments and a variance for beer and wine sales. The body will also consider several professional design contracts and the purchase of an armored police vehicle.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 6417 designating Industrial Reinvestment Zone No. 11 for Texas Instruments Incorporated
• Variance request for beer and wine sales at Lucky Stop #1 (415 South Dewey Avenue) near Crutchfield Elementary
• Purchase of a 2022 armored vehicle for the Sherman Police Department
• Design services agreements with CP&Y, Inc. (Moore Street) and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (Shepherd Drive)
• Annexation scheduling plan for approximately 142.223 acres north of FM 1417

The Council adopted Ordinance 6417 creating Industrial Reinvestment Zone No. 11 for Texas Instruments, a first step toward a potential tax abatement for a project adding nearly $30 billion in value. It denied a variance for beer and wine sales at Lucky Stop #1 (415 S. Dewey) due to proximity to Crutchfield Elementary. It also approved several resolutions, including a Chapter 380 incentive agreement with Super Shack, design contracts for Moore Street and Shepherd Drive, and a police armored vehicle purchase.

• Adopted Ordinance 6417 creating Industrial Reinvestment Zone No. 11 for Texas Instruments (6-0)
• Denied alcohol variance for Lucky Stop #1 at 415 S. Dewey (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6780: Chapter 380 incentive agreement with Super Shack, LLC (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6781: $520,000 design contract with CP&Y for Moore Street (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6782: $370,000 design contract with Kimley-Horn for Shepherd Drive (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6783: purchase of 2022 armored police vehicle (6-0)
• Approved annexation scheduling plan for Travis Heights (142.223 acres) (6-0)
• Appointed Aaron Jason Bucy to Animal Control Advisory Committee (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on multiple land use requests, including rezonings for large-scale developments and specific use permits. Key items include changing the zoning for a 165-acre tract near Vietnam Veterans Parkway to residential and approving a manufactured home community on East Lamar Street. The board will also consider variances for setbacks and height limits for various commercial and residential properties.

• Zone change from R-A/C-2 to R-1 for 165.364 acres at 800 block East FM 1417 (Travis Heights Addition)
• Zone change from R-A to M-H for Frontera Manufactured Home Community at 2708 East Lamar Street
• Specific Use Permit for I Fly Tobacco & Vape shop at 115 North Sunset Boulevard
• Variance for Covenant Presbyterian Church steeple height (118 feet) at 322 West Pecan Street
• Preliminary Plat approval for Pebblebrook Phase 4 in the 2000-2300 blocks of West Moore Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change and conceptual site plan for a 276-unit apartment complex at 4001 West O.B. Groner Road, changing the zoning from M-1 (Light Manufacturing) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential). The commission also approved a zone change for a 165.364-acre tract to R-1 for a 395-lot residential development, and approved a preliminary plat for the 404-lot Travis Heights Addition. Several variances and exceptions were approved, while a smoke/vape shop at 115 North Sunset Boulevard was denied and a proposed manufactured home community at 2708 East Lamar Street was tabled.

• Approved zone change and conceptual site plan for 276-unit apartment complex at 4001 W. O.B. Groner Rd (unanimous)
• Approved zone change from R-A/C-2 to R-1 for 395-lot residential development in 800 block of E. FM 1417 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Travis Heights Addition, 404 lots (unanimous)
• Denied Specific Use Permit for smoke/vape shop at 115 N. Sunset Blvd (4-2)
• Tabled exception, zone change, and site plan for Frontera Manufactured Home Community at 2708 E. Lamar St (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 3' setback at 5212 Ambergate Ln (unanimous)
• Approved exception for 118' steeple at 322 W. Pecan St (unanimous)
• Denied exception for 130' flagpole at 2005 S. Sam Rayburn Fwy (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings on ordinances to revise water and sewer rates, update animal services regulations, and set speed limits on the US 75 southbound frontage road. The body will also consider budget amendments and several municipal contracts.

• Ordinance No. 6414: Speed limits on US 75 southbound frontage road from Stone Creek Drive to FM 1417
• Ordinance No. 6415: Revised rates for water and sewer services
• Ordinance No. 6416: Animal services regulations with penalties up to $500.00
• Resolution No. 6774: Amending the 2020-2021 City Budget
• Resolution No. 6775: Contract with Southern Tire Mart, LLC for vehicle tires

The Sherman City Council approved a water and sewer rate increase (Ordinance 6415) with an added annual review requirement, and adopted a new animal services ordinance (6416) and a speed limit change on the US 75 southbound frontage road (6414). It also approved a budget amendment, a tire supply contract, an easement for Oncor, police and fire pay schedules, an airport grant application, and a Sherman Museum contract. The council reappointed Clay Mahone to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Adopted Ordinance 6415, water and sewer rate increase, with annual review (3-1, Teamann nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 6416, animal services ordinance (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6414, speed limit reduction on US 75 frontage road (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6774, budget amendment for 2020-2021 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 6775, annual tire supply contract with Southern Tire Mart (consent)
• Approved Resolution 6776, easement to Oncor for Lamberth Road (consent)
• Approved Resolution 6777, police and fire pay schedules (consent)
• Approved Resolution 6778, airport maintenance grant application (consent)

City Council

The City Council and the Sherman Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) Board of Directors are holding a joint meeting. The Council will review and consider approving SEDCO's work program and budget for 2021-2022.

• Approval of the SEDCO Work Program 2021-2022
• Approval of the SEDCO Budget 2021-2022
• Presentation of 2020-2021 Work Program Results

City Council

The Sherman City Council and SEDCO Board held a joint meeting and unanimously approved SEDCO's 2021-2022 Work Program and its $4,558,500 budget for the fiscal year. The work program retains the same six goals as the prior year, including targeting the Texas Instruments project and continuing the RISE grant program. The budget projects a deficit of about $4.6 million, which would be funded from reserves, leaving an estimated ending balance of about $9 million. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without an executive session.

• Approved SEDCO Work Program FY 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Approved SEDCO Budget FY 2021-2022 of $4,558,500 (5-0)
• Approved SEDCO minutes of August 10, 2021 meeting
• Approved SEDCO Financial Report for July 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including residential tax abatements and airport hazard zoning. The body is also deciding on various construction contracts and plat approvals for local developments.

• Roof metal deck procurement for new Police Department Headquarters not to exceed $300,000
• Northwest Sewer and Force Main Project change order for $132,744.04
• Ordinance 6412 for a Specific Use Permit for Hampton Inn & Suites at 305 Cornerstone Drive
• Ordinance 6409 regarding a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp.
• Contract with J&L Paving LLC for Setting Suns Phase II Drainage Improvements

The Sherman City Council approved a consent agenda and six ordinances, including a negotiated Atmos Energy rate settlement that will raise average residential rates by $1.28 (2.2%) and commercial rates by $4.03 (1.61%). They also approved a final plat for Corner Stone Addition, a change order for the Northwest Sewer project, a resolution for police headquarters roof deck procurement, and a drainage improvement contract. The council took no action on the Grayson County animal shelter contract, instead requesting cost data for future negotiations.

• Adopted Ordinance 6408 renewing Residential Reinvestment Zone #10 for tax abatements (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6409 approving Atmos Energy rate settlement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6410 amending Bel Air Village Planned Development to reduce front yard setback to 20 feet (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6411 rezoning 810 E. Mulberry St. to R-1 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6412 granting specific use permit for Hampton Inn & Suites at 305 Cornerstone Dr. (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6413 updating airport hazard zoning regulations (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Corner Stone Addition at 537 E. Brockett and 536 E. Carter Sts. (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Northwest Sewer and Force Main Project, $132,744.04 increase (4-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider several zoning changes, site plan approvals, and variances. Key items include a request for a hotel height exception and a zone change from heavy manufacturing to residential.

• Request for 54.4’ height exception for a Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel at 305 Cornerstone Drive
• Zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to R-1 (One-Family Residential) at 810 East Mulberry Street
• Specific Use Permit for a duplex at 214 East College Street
• Site plan approval for a smokehouse for Schulman’s Movie Bowl Grille at 110 East FM 1417
• Amendment to Planned Development and site plan for Bel Air Village in the 300-1000 blocks of East FM 1417

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved a height exception and specific use permit for a four-story Hampton Inn & Suites hotel at 305 Cornerstone Drive, a final plat for Austin Landing Phase IV, and an amendment to the Bel Air Village planned development reducing garage setbacks. The commission also approved several consent agenda items, including plats and site plans, and denied a request for a lot width exception and replat at 811 North East Street.

• Approved height exception for 4-story, 54.4' Hampton Inn & Suites at 305 Cornerstone Dr. (5-0)
• Approved specific use permit and site plan for Hampton Inn & Suites at 305 Cornerstone Dr. (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Austin Landing Phase IV (135 lots) (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Bel Air Village planned development reducing garage setback from 25' to 20' (5-0)
• Approved zone change from M-2 to R-1 at 810 E. Mulberry St. (5-0)
• Approved variance for 10' rear setback at 629 Clay Ln. (4-1)
• Denied exception for 37' wide lot and replat at 811 N. East St. (5-0)
• Approved 2021 and 2022 meeting calendars (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the 2021-2022 budget appropriations and the 2021 ad valorem tax levy. The body will also consider a five-year Capital Improvement Program and an election for Mayor and two City Council members.

• Ordinance No. 6401: Appropriation of funds for FY 2021-2022
• Ordinance No. 6402: Levy of Ad Valorem Taxes for Tax Year 2021
• Ordinance No. 6403: Election for Mayor and two At-Large City Council members on Nov 2, 2021
• Resolution No. 6765: Grant for improvements to 300 North Travis Street
• Site plan approval for Sherman Police Department Headquarters at 2600 West Travis Street

The City Council adopted the FY 2022 budget of about $125.1 million and the ad valorem tax rate of $0.489 per $100, which is a 6.2% increase. They also approved a five-year Capital Improvement Program, several site plans and plats, and other routine items. The budget and tax rate were approved with a 6-1 vote (Teamann opposed) and a 7-0 vote, respectively.

• Adopted FY 2022 budget of $125.1M (6-1)
• Adopted ad valorem tax rate of $0.489 per $100 (7-0)
• Ratified property tax increase (7-0)
• Adopted five-year Capital Improvement Program (6-0)
• Approved site plan for police headquarters at 2600 W. Travis (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 903 Brewers at 3232 Northgate (5-1)
• Approved site plan for Domino's Pizza at 3260 S. US Hwy 75 (6-0)
• Approved multiple replats and final plats (consent agenda)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a public hearing for the fiscal year budget beginning October 1, 2021. The proposed budget would increase total property taxes by $1,355,000, or 7.6%, over the previous year.

• Public hearing for FY 2021-2022 budget with a proposed property tax increase of $1,355,000
• Master Development Agreement with TPJ Properties, LTD for Heritage Ranch residential development
• Purchase of a 2022 Autocar Xpeditor ACX64 chassis from Chastang Enterprises
• Purchase of a 40 cubic yard Frontier Front Loader Body from Bridgeport Manufacturing
• Tax abatement agreement with M&G Home Builders LLC for 1804 East Alma Avenue

The Sherman City Council approved resolutions consenting to the creation of Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 9 and authorizing a master development agreement for the residential portion of the Heritage Ranch development. The council also approved the purchase of a new solid waste vehicle and set a public hearing on the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program. The first public hearing on the FY 2021-2022 budget was held, with no citizens commenting.

• Adopted Resolution 6758 approving receipt of petition to create MUD (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6759 consenting to creation of Grayson County MUD No. 9 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6760 authorizing Heritage Ranch master development agreement (5-0, Teamann abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 6761 authorizing purchase of 2022 Autocar Xpeditor chassis (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6762 authorizing purchase of 40 cubic yard Frontier front loader body (6-0)
• Approved request to advertise for Water Treatment Plant facility improvements
• Set public hearing on 2021-2026 CIP for August 16, 2021 (6-0)
• Reappointed Mignon Plyler to Animal Control Advisory Committee (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review several rezoning, replat, and site plan requests across the city. Items include residential lot exceptions, a police headquarters site plan, and commercial site plans for a brewery and a pizza restaurant.

• 813 East Pecan Street: Zone change from C-1 to R-1 and replat approval
• 2600 West Travis Street: Site plan and exception for Sherman Police Department Headquarters
• 3232 Northgate Drive: Site plan and exception for 903 Brewers Restaurant, Brewery, and Warehouse
• 3260 South U.S. Highway 75: Site plan and variance for a Domino’s Pizza with drive thru
• 3400 Block West Canyon Creek Drive: Preliminary plat approval for West Canyon Creek, Section 4

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat, site plan, and setback exception for a new police headquarters at 2600 Travis St., a site plan and variance for 903 Brewers at 3232 Northgate Dr., and a site plan and variance for a Domino's Pizza at 3260 US-75. It also approved several replats, including Cypress Lofts (withdrawn), 1108 E. Lamar St., 825 N. East St., 813 E. Pecan St., and 1008 S. Throckmorton St., along with associated exceptions and variances. The commission denied a variance for 708 Pikes Pl. and tabled two others at 712 and 716 Pikes Pl. It also approved updates to the subdivision ordinance and airport hazard zoning.

• Approved final plat, site plan, and 85' setback exception for Sherman PD headquarters at 2600 Travis St.
• Approved site plan, exception, and variance for 903 Brewers at 3232 Northgate Dr. with 57' setback.
• Approved site plan and variance for Domino's Pizza at 3260 US-75 with 26' setback.
• Approved replat and exception for 813 E. Pecan St. (C-1 to R-1 zone change).
• Approved replat for 1108 E. Lamar St. and 825 N. East St.
• Approved replat and exception for 1008 S. Throckmorton St.
• Denied variance for 708 Pikes Pl.; tabled variances for 712 and 716 Pikes Pl.
• Approved updates to Subdivision Ordinance 2684 and Airport Hazard Zoning Ordinance 2280.

City Council

The Sherman City Council meets July 19, 2021 to hold public hearings and consider adopting seven zoning ordinances, including a specific use permit for 200 patio homes in the proposed Sherman Heights Addition and a rezoning of about 531.87 acres along West Shepherd Drive as a Planned Development District. The council will also consider resolutions on engineering, grant applications, and tax abatement agreements, plus site plan and plat approvals. Other business includes a water and wastewater rate study presentation and a preview of the 2021-2022 draft budget.

• Ordinance No. 6394: specific use permit for 200 patio homes on 43.727 acres in the proposed Sherman Heights Addition, 2400-2700 Blocks of South FM 1417 (Heritage Parkway)
• Ordinance No. 6400: rezoning approximately 531.87 acres in the 100-1200 Blocks of West Shepherd Drive as a Planned Development District
• Ordinance No. 6395: specific use permit for an educational facility/preschool at 106-B North Sunset Boulevard
• Ordinances Nos. 6396-6398: specific use permits for automobile sales at 1804 North U.S. Highway 75, 3908 and 3924 Texoma Parkway, and 5922 Texoma Parkway
• Resolutions Nos. 6755-6757: tax abatement agreements for new single-family homes at 917 North Montgomery Street, 509 South Gribble Street, and 411 East Wilson Avenue in Reinvestment Zone Number Ten

The City Council approved a zone change for approximately 531.87 acres in the 100-1200 blocks of West Shepherd Drive to a Planned Development District, allowing a mix of residential, commercial, and open space. The council also approved several Specific Use Permits for patio homes, a preschool, and used car dealerships, as well as a final plat for the Sherman Heights Addition. A final plat for Austin Landing, Phase IV was denied because several lots did not meet the required 60-foot front setback.

• Approved Ordinance 6400, rezoning 531.87 acres on West Shepherd Drive to a Planned Development District.
• Approved Ordinance 6394, granting a Specific Use Permit for 200 patio homes in the Sherman Heights Addition.
• Approved Ordinance 6395, granting a Specific Use Permit for a preschool at 106-B North Sunset Boulevard.
• Approved Ordinances 6396, 6398, and 6399, granting Specific Use Permits for used auto sales at 1804 N. Hwy 75, 3908/3924 Texoma Pkwy, and 5922 Texoma Pkwy, and a zone change at 1229 N. Broughton St.
• Approved Resolution 6751, increasing the Jones/Carter Engineering contract for the Hilre Drive Extension by $32,900 to a total of $82,400.
• Approved the Site Plan and Exception for outdoor storage at 4318 South U.S. Highway 75.
• Approved the Final Plat for Sherman Heights Addition and denied the Final Plat for Austin Landing, Phase IV.
• Approved the Quarterly Investment Report for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will consider a land purchase and sale involving Harkinson Management, LLC near West Travis Street and FM 1417. The agenda also includes an interlocal agreement with the City of Gunter and requests to advertise for drainage improvements and fleet tires.

• Resolution No. 6743: Bid award to Harkinson Management, LLC for 15.260± acres at West Travis Street and FM 1417
• Resolution No. 6750: Law enforcement officer interlocal agreement with the City of Gunter
• Request to advertise: Setting Suns Drainage Improvements Phase II
• Request to advertise: Annual supply of tires for on-road and off-road fleet equipment

The City Council approved the sale of approximately 15.26 acres of city-owned land at the northeast corner of West Travis Street and FM 1417 to Harkinson Management, LLC for $3.655 million, with closing costs estimated at $10,000–$15,000 for the city. The council also approved a law enforcement interlocal agreement with the City of Gunter to assist with traffic control on the Hwy 75 project, and authorized advertising for bids for the Setting Suns Drainage Improvements Phase II project and the annual supply of tires for fleet equipment. A joint meeting with the Sherman Economic Development Corporation was scheduled for September 14, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. to review SEDCO's annual budget and work plan.

• Approved Resolution No. 6743 awarding bid to Harkinson Management, LLC for sale of 15.260± acres at West Travis St. & FM 1417 for $3.655 million (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 6750 authorizing law enforcement interlocal agreement with City of Gunter for traffic control on Hwy 75 project (5-0)
• Approved request to advertise for bids for Setting Suns Drainage Improvements Phase II project
• Approved request to advertise for annual supply of tires for on-road and off-road fleet equipment
• Scheduled joint meeting with SEDCO Board of Directors for September 14, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. to review and approve SEDCO's annual budget and work plan
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2021 regular meeting as presented
• Approved consent agenda as presented

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment meet June 22, 2021 at 5:00 P.M. in Council Chambers at 220 W. Mulberry to consider a range of development requests. Major items include a Planned Development and site plan for the 531.87-acre Shepherd Place project on West Shepherd Drive and a zone change for a multi-family development at 3311 Luther Knox Road. The agenda also includes numerous specific use permits, replats, variances, and site plans, plus a consent agenda of routine items. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; items are listed for consideration.

• Planned Development and site plan for 531.87-acre Shepherd Place on 100-1200 Blocks West Shepherd Drive
• Zone change from C-2 to R-2 for multi-family development at 3311 Luther Knox Road (17.18 acres)
• Specific Use Permit for used automobile sales at 5922 Texoma Parkway (5.52 acres)
• Exception to allow 51 parking spaces instead of 74 for Catrina's Cocina & Tequila Bar at 306 East U.S. Highway 82
• Final Plat approval for Sherman Heights Addition on 43.727 acres at 2400-2700 Blocks South FM 1417 (Heritage Parkway)

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on June 22, 2021, to consider a wide range of development requests. These include site plans, specific use permits, replats, variances, and exceptions for properties across the city. Notable items include a planned development for Shepherd Place, a specific use permit for used car sales at 5922 Texoma Parkway, and a zone change for a multi-family development at 3311 Luther Knox Road. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with routine items and several public hearings.

• Approve minutes of the May 18, 2021 meeting (agenda item 2).
• Appoint Board of Adjustments members (agenda item 4).
• Consider site plan approval for First Street Townhomes (agenda item 7).
• Consider planned development and site plan for Shepherd Place (agenda item 10).
• Consider specific use permit for used auto sales at 5922 Texoma Parkway (agenda item 11).
• Consider exception for parking at Catrina's Cocina & Tequila Bar (agenda item 12).
• Consider specific use permit for digital billboard at 817 N Sam Rayburn Fwy (agenda item 13).
• Consider replat approvals for multiple properties (agenda items 16, 17, 19, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 32, 33).

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 6393 regarding contract revenue refunding bonds for the Greater Texoma Utility Authority. The body will also review several construction contracts and professional service agreements.

• Ordinance No. 6393: Greater Texoma Utility Authority Contract Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021
• Resolution No. 6746: Construction contract with Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC for Moore Street from West Travis Street to Heritage Parkway
• Resolution No. 6747: Service agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC for electric supply relocation on Moore Street
• Lamberth Road Drainage Improvements Project change order: $87,993.52 increase
• West Travis Street Phase II & III Project change order: $97,997.61 increase

The Council approved a $2.7 million construction contract with Lynn Vessels Construction for Moore Street from West Travis Street to Heritage Parkway, despite concerns about cost and project priority. It also adopted an ordinance to refund over $7.3 million in GTUA revenue bonds, cutting the interest rate from 3.66% to 1.33% and saving $975,719 over 17 years. Two change orders for drainage and street projects were approved, and David Gattis was reappointed to the Red River Ground Water Conservation District.

• Adopted Ordinance 6393 refunding GTUA revenue bonds (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6746 awarding Moore Street construction contract to Lynn Vessels Construction (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 6747 for Oncor utility pole relocation along Moore Street (5-1)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Lamberth Road Drainage Improvements, $87,993.52 increase (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for West Travis Street Phase II & III, $97,997.61 increase (6-0)
• Reappointed David Gattis to Red River Ground Water Conservation District (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a called meeting to review the 2021-2022 budget. The session includes a budget workshop and a potential executive session to discuss legal, real estate, or personnel matters.

• 2021-2022 Budget Review

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget review for the 2021-2022 period. The meeting also includes tours of the city's water and wastewater treatment plants.

• 2021-2022 budget review
• Tour of the water treatment plant
• Tour of the wastewater treatment plant

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding residential rezoning and specific use permits for patio homes and wine tasting. The agenda also includes discussions on community development block grants and a land purchase resolution.

• Ordinance 6386: Rezoning 1125 South Montgomery Street to R-1
• Ordinance 6387: Rezoning 515 and 519 South First Street to R-2
• Ordinance 6388: Rezoning 2400-2700 Blocks of South FM 1417 to R-1
• Ordinance 6389: Specific Use Permit for 46 patio homes at 502 East Northcreek Drive
• Ordinance 6391: Specific Use Permit for wine tasting at 212 North Walnut Street

The Sherman City Council approved seven ordinances covering residential zone changes, specific use permits for patio homes and a winery, and an update to the city's alcohol ordinance for parks. It also approved two Community Development Block Grant resolutions, tabled a property sale contract, and made appointments to city boards.

• Adopted Ordinances 6386-6392, including zone changes and specific use permits (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6741 for CDBG Program Year 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6742 for CDBG Program Year 2019 amendment (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution 6743 for sale of 15.26 acres at W. Travis St & FM 1417 (6-0)
• Approved request to advertise for annual tire supply (consent agenda)
• Approved final plat for Heritage Court Addition (consent agenda)
• Approved replat for Sherman Crossroads Phase II (consent agenda)
• Reappointed David Gunn and appointed David Downtain to Main Street Advisory Committee (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding residential rezoning and specific use permits for patio homes and wine tasting. The meeting also includes discussions on community development block grants and land purchase resolutions.

• Ordinance 6386: Rezoning 1125 South Montgomery Street to R-1
• Ordinance 6387: Rezoning 515 and 519 South First Street to R-2
• Ordinance 6388: Rezoning South FM 1417 (Heritage Parkway) to R-1
• Ordinance 6389: Specific Use Permit for 46 patio homes at 502 East Northcreek Drive
• Ordinance 6391: Specific Use Permit for wine tasting at 212 North Walnut Street

City Council

The City Council will meet for a work session to receive an update and provide input on the Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes a provision for an executive session to discuss legal, real estate, or personnel matters.

• Capital Improvement Program update and council input

City Council

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting to review the draft Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the next five years. City staff presented an overview of projects and funding sources, including federal grants, bond proceeds, and impact fees. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with council input to be incorporated into the upcoming Budget Workshop.

• No formal decisions made; CIP review was informational only
• Council directed staff to provide a historic 5-year look back on CIP projects
• Staff to add basketball court expansion to Fairview Park to CIP list
• Staff to explore options for new fire station, likely on Hwy 56
• Staff to consider SEDCO funding for water/wastewater projects
• Staff to include downtown utility improvements in CIP plan

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider various zoning changes, plat approvals, and variances. Key discussions include residential developments and a specific use permit for a winery.

• Zone change for 43.727 acres in the 2400-2700 blocks of South FM 1417 to R-1 (One-Family Residential)
• Specific Use Permit for wine tasting and bottling at 212 North Walnut Street
• Zone change for 515 & 519 South First Street to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential) for an 8-unit complex
• Zone change for 1125 South Montgomery Street from C-1 (Retail Business) to R-1 (One-Family Residential)
• Variance for a 1,008 square foot dwelling at 515 East Carter Street

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda with six plats, including the 62.3-acre Bel-Air Village Phase 1 with 327 lots. They also approved a zone change from C-1 to R-1 at 1125 S. Montgomery St., a zone change from C-2 to R-2 for an 8-unit complex at 515-519 S. First St., and a zone change from R-A/M-1 to R-1 on 43.7 acres on S. FM 1417. The commission tabled a variance and site plan for an accessory building at 222 S. Elm St. after the applicant requested it.

• Approved consent agenda with 6 replats/final plats (5-0)
• Approved zone change C-1 to R-1 at 1125 S. Montgomery St. (5-0)
• Approved zone change C-2 to R-2 and site plan for 8-unit complex at 515-519 S. First St. (5-0)
• Approved zone change R-A & M-1 to R-1 on 43.7 acres on S. FM 1417 (5-0)
• Approved SUP for wine tasting/bottling at 212 N. Walnut St. (5-0)
• Approved SUP for 38 patio homes at Cottages at Magnolia Village (5-0)
• Tabled variance and site plan for accessory building at 222 S. Elm St. (5-0)
• Approved exception for Habitat for Humanity home at 515 E. Carter St. (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on eight ordinances regarding specific use permits, zoning changes, and library board qualifications. The body will also review several plat approvals and utility construction contracts.

• Specific Use Permits for a duplex at 2200 North Hickory Street and carwashes at 3100 and 6121 North U.S. Highway 75
• Zoning changes to R-2 Multi-Family Residential for 208 and 212 East Cherry Street and the 500 block of North Montgomery Street
• Proposed ordinance to eliminate the resident of the city designation for the Library Board
• Contracts with Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC for Northwest Sewer, Force Main, and Lift Station construction
• Site plan and variance for a Taco Bell restaurant at 3310 South U.S. Highway 75

The Sherman City Council adopted eight ordinances (6378-6385) covering specific use permits for a duplex, two carwashes, Lowe's outdoor displays, two zone changes, library board residency removal, and a comprehensive zoning ordinance update. They also approved three resolutions for sewer and lift station construction contracts and a wastewater treatment plant remodel, plus a site plan and variance for a Taco Bell. A replat request for 702 & 708 S. Montgomery was denied due to safety concerns.

• Adopted Ordinances 6378-6385 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6738 for Northwest Sewer & Force Main contract with Lynn Vessels Construction (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6739 for Northwest Lift Station construction contract (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6740 for WWTP Operation Building Addition & Remodel with Piazza Construction (6-0)
• Approved Site Plan and Variance for Taco Bell at 3310 S. Hwy 75 (6-0)
• Denied Replat of Robert A. King's Addition at 702 & 708 S. Montgomery (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Moran Addition Phase 2 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Final Plat for Lara South Gribble Addition (Consent Agenda)

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss a library update and the annual report. The board will also vote to approve minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting.

• Approval of December 8, 2020 minutes
• Library update
• Annual report

The Library Board met and received a library update from Library Services Administrator Melissa Eason. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational, covering the lifting of some COVID-19 restrictions, continued curbside service, and staffing changes. The board also noted that minutes from the December meeting were unavailable and would be typed from notes taken by Donna Nesbit.

• Noted December meeting minutes unavailable; Donna Nesbit's notes to be used for typing those minutes
• Heard update on City Council change to Library Board residence requirements
• Learned of plans to lift some COVID-19 changes, keep curbside service, and encourage (not require) masks
• Noted virtual programming continues, with in-person programming tentatively planned for Fall
• Acknowledged staff changes: Susan Banner retired, replaced by Sunny Purdin; Rebecca moved to Tech Librarian
• Heard that some DVD/Audio budget was moved to online resources due to increased demand
• Noted STEAM educational bags purchased with Pride water bill donation money
• Heard Annual Report to the State was submitted in March/April 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve a service and assessment plan for Phase #1 of the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District. The body is also considering a resolution to deny Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC's request to increase distribution rates.

• Ordinance No. 6377: Levying approximately $7.2 million in special assessments for Bel Air Village PID Phase #1
• Resolution No. 6736: Denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC's application to increase distribution rates
• Resolution No. 6737: Execution of landowner and reimbursement agreements for Bel Air Village PID
• Request from True Options Pregnancy Center to close streets for a 5K run on November 20, 2021
• Appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Library Board, and Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman City Council adopted Ordinance No. 6377, which approves the Service and Assessment Plan and levies special assessments for Phase 1 of the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District. The council also passed resolutions to deny Oncor's rate increase request and to authorize documents for the PID's reimbursement and landowner agreements. Additionally, the council approved street closures for the Turkey Trot 5K and made appointments to boards and commissions.

• Adopted Ordinance 6377 for Bel Air Village PID Phase 1 assessments (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6736 denying Oncor's rate increase request (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6737 authorizing PID landowner and reimbursement agreements (6-0)
• Approved street closures for Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Run on Nov. 20, 2021 (6-0)
• Reappointed Amanda Phillips and appointed Ronald Rose to Parks & Rec Board (6-0)
• Reappointed Randy Hudson and appointed Cort Myrick to Library Board (6-0)
• Reappointed Leigh Ann Sims to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss financial updates and provide input for the upcoming 2021-2022 budget year. This is a called meeting focused on budget planning.

• Financial update and council input for 2021-2022 budget year

City Council

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting to receive a financial update and discuss the upcoming 2021-2022 budget. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational, with staff presenting on fund balances, utility fund challenges, and planned developments. Council members provided input on budget priorities, including utility rate adjustments and infrastructure spending.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational
• Council received financial update on FY 2021 and FY 2022 budget
• Discussed utility fund deficit and potential rate adjustment
• Staff to present utility fund fix plan at Budget Workshop (June 17-18, 2021)
• Council input on budget priorities, including employee compensation and infrastructure

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved a 9-item consent agenda covering site plans, plats, and replats, and approved several specific use permits, variances, and exceptions, including a carwash at 3100 N. US 75 and a Taco Bell at 3310 S. US 75. A variance request for 15-foot front setbacks at 1103/1105 N. Broughton St. was tabled. The commission also recommended updates to the patio home and fence ordinances to the City Council.

• Approved consent agenda: site plan for Feed Sources addition, preliminary plats for Sheraden Mall and Swamy Addition Phase II, final plats for Lara South Gribble, Goode Addition No. 2, The Reserve at Country Village, replat for Lux on Pacific, preliminary plat for Bel-Air Village Phase I, and site plan for Texoma Plaza Medical Office Building (all unanimous)
• Tabled variance for 15' front setbacks at 1103 & 1105 N. Broughton St. (7-0)
• Approved exception and site plan for single-family dwellings at 325 & 329 W. Jones St. (7-0)
• Approved variances for 8' carwash canopy setback and 50' sign with 25' setback at 3100 N. US 75 (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for carwash at 3100 N. US 75 (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for carwash at 6121 N. US 75 (7-0)
• Approved exception for natural landscape screen and SUP for outdoor displays at Lowe's, 2801 N. US 75 (5-0 and 7-0)
• Denied exceptions and site plan for 5-unit multi-family development at 700 S. Crockett St. (3-2 and 6-1)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to issue Limited Tax Notes and Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation. The body will also consider agreements regarding the Bel Air Village development and various engineering contracts for water and wastewater infrastructure.

• Ordinance No. 6375: Issuance of 'City of Sherman, Texas, Limited Tax Notes, Series 2021'
• Ordinance No. 6376: Issuance of 'City of Sherman, Texas, Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2021'
• Resolution No. 6727: First Amendment to the Bel Air Village Master Development Agreement with Terra Perpetua, LLC
• Resolution No. 6730: Contract with Hayes Construction, LLC for North Travis Street water line replacement and US 75 crossing
• Resolution No. 6735: Purchase of a new Kubota Rubber Track Excavator for the Cemetery Department

The City Council approved two bond ordinances: $29,025,000 in Certificates of Obligation for police headquarters and street projects, and Limited Tax Notes for fleet and equipment. The winning bids were from BOK Financial Securities and Huntington Securities, respectively. The council also approved several resolutions related to the Bel Air Village development, including a master development agreement amendment and a public improvement district service plan.

• Adopted Ordinance 6375 authorizing Limited Tax Notes for fleet and equipment (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6376 authorizing $29,025,000 Certificates of Obligation for police HQ and street projects (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6727 amending Bel Air Village Master Development Agreement with Terra Perpetua (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6728 approving Bel Air Village Public Improvement District service plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6729 supporting Texas Instruments' Municipal Setting Designation application (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6730 approving Hayes Construction for North Travis St water line project (5-0, Teamann abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 6731 for water treatment plant concentrate line study (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6732 for wastewater treatment plant backup power study (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment are holding a training workshop. The session focuses on legal updates and development regulations.

• Training and legal updates on development regulations and parliamentary procedure conducted by Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd and Hullett

City Council

The Sherman City Council denied the final plat for Mora's Addition at 1103 and 1105 North Broughton Street, citing concerns about parking and street width. The council then approved all eight ordinances on the agenda, including annexation of 24.415 acres for Three Oaks Phase 2, renewal of a specific use permit for tire sales at 207 and 209 South Dewey Avenue, and specific use permits for a 234-unit apartment complex at 1111 Gallagher Drive, an athletic field for the Boys and Girls Club at 1360 East Lewis Street, patio homes in the 2100 block of West Moore Street and in The Preserve Phase III, and zone changes at 213 East Hill Street and 4601 North Travis Street. The council also approved resolutions for engineering services for the Post Oak Wastewater Treatment Plant condition assessment and the Water System Emergency Backup Power Project.

• Denied final plat for Mora's Addition at 1103 & 1105 N. Broughton St. (4-1 vote)
• Approved Ordinance 6367 annexing 24.415 acres for Three Oaks Phase 2
• Approved Ordinance 6368 renewing SUP for tire sales at 207 & 209 S. Dewey Ave.
• Approved Ordinance 6369 granting SUP for 234-unit apartment complex at 1111 Gallagher Dr.
• Approved Ordinance 6370 granting SUP for athletic field at 1360 E. Lewis St.
• Approved Ordinance 6371 granting SUP for 72 patio homes in The Grove Addition
• Approved Ordinance 6372 granting SUP for 50 patio homes in The Preserve Phase III
• Approved Ordinance 6373 changing zoning to R-1 at 213 E. Hill St.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for a 234-unit multi-family residential complex (Aspire at Sherman Apartments) at 1111 Gallagher Drive, along with exceptions for 438 parking spaces (instead of 472) and a 6-foot wrought iron fence with masonry columns. The commission also approved a zone change from R-1 to R-2 for a 21.799-acre site at 4601 North Travis Street for a future apartment community, and approved a Specific Use Permit for 57 patio homes in The Preserve, Phase III. Several other items were approved, tabled, or denied as detailed in the minutes.

• Approved consent agenda items including site plans for First United Bank ATM, IT/server room, HTeaO, commercial retail center, Bel Air Village, and final plats for Lloyd Plyler Addition and The Preserve Phase III.
• Tabled replat and Specific Use Permit for duplexes at 2200 North Hickory Street (Shannon Heights Addition).
• Approved exception and replat for two 50-foot lots at 420 and 422 West Tennessee Street.
• Approved renewal of Temporary Use Permit for snow cone stand at 1802 East Houston Street.
• Approved exception and replat for Mora's Addition at 1103 and 1105 North Broughton Street; tabled variance for 15-foot front setbacks at same location.
• Approved zone change from C-2 to R-1 at 213 East Hill Street.
• Approved exception and final plat for Obara and Odwesso Addition at 1331 West Moore Street.
• Tabled Specific Use Permit for carwash at 3100 North U.S. Highway 75; approved exception and replat for A.R. Loving's Addition at 323-333 West Jones Street; tabled SUP for duplexes at same location.

City Council

The City Council will discuss increasing engineering plan review and testing fees to 4% of estimated public improvement costs. The body is also considering the creation of the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District and several municipal utility districts.

• Ordinance No. 6366: Increasing Engineering Plan Review, Inspection, and Testing Services Fee to 4% of estimated cost
• Resolution No. 6711: Creating the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District
• Resolution No. 6714: Contract with Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC for Hilre Drive Extension
• Resolution No. 6724: Contract with All Seasons Contracting Company, Inc. for Central Fire Station roof replacement
• Request to advertise the sale of approximately 15 acres of land at F.M. 1417 and West Travis Street

The Council approved the Consent Agenda except for the Central Fire Station roof bid, which was considered separately. After a motion to table the bid failed, the Council voted 4-3 to award the contract to All Seasons Contracting Company, Inc. of Denison, Texas. The Council also adopted ordinances for GTUA revenue bonds and increased engineering fees, and created the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District.

• Approved the Consent Agenda, except for the Central Fire Station roof replacement item.
• Adopted Resolution No. 6724, awarding the Central Fire Station roof replacement bid to All Seasons Contracting Company, Inc.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6365, approving the issuance of Greater Texoma Utility Authority Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2021.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6366, increasing the engineering plan review, inspection, and testing services fee to 4%.
• Adopted Resolution No. 6711, creating the Bel Air Village Public Improvement District.
• Adopted Resolutions No. 6712 and 6713, recognizing a petition and consenting to the creation of the Heritage Ranch Municipal Utility District.
• Adopted Resolution No. 6714, awarding a bid to Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC for the Hilre Drive Extension.
• Approved the request to advertise the sale of approximately 15 acres of land at FM 1417 and West Travis Street.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to revise the official zoning map, set speed limits on U.S. Highway 82 frontage roads, and abandon specific alleys and rights-of-way. The body will also consider several contracts for waste equipment and water infrastructure planning.

• Ordinance 6363: Adopting a Revised Official Zoning Map
• Ordinance 6364: Establishing speed limits on U.S. Highway 82 Frontage Roads
• Resolution 6701 & 6702: Purchase of a Frontier Front Loader Body and Autocar Xpeditor ACX64
• Resolution 6705: Development Agreement with Young Enterprises, L.P. for Cottages at Magnolia Village
• Resolution 6707 & 6708: Engineering services for Wastewater and Water Master Plans with Freese and Nichols, Inc.

The City Council approved a $30 credit on the next utility bill for all residential water customers in response to the February 2021 winter storm outages. The Council also adopted four ordinances, including abandoning alley and street rights-of-way, updating the zoning map, and reducing speed limits on Highway 82 frontage roads. Additionally, the Council approved resolutions for purchasing solid waste equipment, applying for a FEMA grant, issuing certificates of obligation, and entering into development and professional services agreements.

• Approved $30 credit to all residential water customers on their utility bill.
• Adopted Ordinance 6361, abandoning alley rights-of-way in Luckett Park and Mildred Heights additions for the Boys and Girls Club.
• Adopted Ordinance 6362, abandoning a portion of Lila Street.
• Adopted Ordinance 6363, adopting a revised official zoning map.
• Adopted Ordinance 6364, reducing speed limits on US Highway 82 frontage roads from 50 mph to 45 mph.
• Adopted Resolution 6701, authorizing purchase of a new front loader body for the Solid Waste Department.
• Adopted Resolution 6702, authorizing purchase of a new 2021 Autocar Xpeditor ACX64 chassis for the Solid Waste Department.
• Adopted Resolution 6703, authorizing submission of a FEMA grant application for technical rescue equipment for the Fire Department.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment are meeting to review multiple replat approvals and variance requests. Key items include a proposal for a multi-family residential complex and a new carwash. The body will also consider several residential lot width and setback exceptions.

• Specific Use Permit for Aspire at Sherman Apartments at 1111 Gallagher Drive
• Specific Use Permit for Wash Masters Carwash at 3100 North U.S. Highway 75
• Zone change from C-2 to R-1 for 213 East Hill Street
• Temporary Use Permit renewal for a snow cone stand at 1802 East Houston Street
• Replat approval for 2005 South Sam Rayburn Freeway

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on closing two platted alleys and Lila Street, as well as adopting a revised official zoning map. The body will also consider several equipment purchases for the Solid Waste Department and a FEMA grant for fire rescue equipment.

• Ordinance No. 6361: Closing alleys in Luckett Park Addition and Mildred Heights Addition for the Boys and Girls Club of Sherman, Inc.
• Ordinance No. 6362: Closing the platted right of way for Lila Street
• Ordinance No. 6363: Adopting a revised official zoning map
• Resolution No. 6701 & 6702: Purchase of a Frontier Front Loader Body and an Autocar Xpeditor ACX64 for Solid Waste
• Resolution No. 6705: Development agreement with Young Enterprises, L.P. for Cottages at Magnolia Village

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on six ordinances regarding specific use permits and zoning changes. The body is also deciding on a construction manager for a new police headquarters and a feasibility report for a proposed public improvements district.

• Awarding bid to Thos. S. Byrne, Inc. for construction of a new police headquarters facility
• Petition from Terra Perpetua, LLC to create a Public Improvements District over approximately 278 acres
• Ordinance 6355: Specific Use Permit for outdoor displays at 3201 North U.S. Highway 75
• Ordinance 6356: Specific Use Permit for a duplex at 515 North Colbert Avenue
• Ordinance 6360: Zoning change to C-1 Retail Business District for 33.996 acres in 2400-2600 blocks of West Travis Street

The Sherman City Council approved six zoning-related ordinances, including specific use permits for outdoor displays at Tractor Supply, a duplex, patio homes, and a zone change, all with unanimous votes. The council also awarded a construction manager-at-risk contract to Thos. S. Byrne, Inc. for the new police headquarters, and approved a resolution to begin the public improvements district process for the Bel Air project. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Ordinance 6355, SUP for outdoor displays at Tractor Supply (3201 N. Hwy 75) (6-0)
• Approved Ordinances 6356-6360, SUPs for duplex/patio homes and zone change (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6697, accepting Terra Perpetua PID petition for Bel Air (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6698, awarding CMAR contract to Thos. S. Byrne, Inc. for police HQ (6-0)
• Approved emergency designation to repair Luella 2 Woodbine Well (6-0)
• Approved request to advertise for Central Fire Station roof replacement
• Approved replats for East Holley Addition, Sherman Town Center, and Belmont Addition
• Approved temporary street closure for 'Craft the Night Away' on June 19, 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on annexing approximately 194.82 total acres and rezoning 439 acres as a Planned Development District. The body will also consider development agreements for new housing and a project for energy savings.

• Ordinance 6352: Annexation of ~57.88 acres north of U.S. Highway 82, east of Plainview Road
• Ordinance 6353: Annexation of ~136.94 acres north of U.S. Highway 82, east of F.M. 1417
• Ordinance 6354: Rezoning of ~439 acres in the 3500-4500 blocks of N. F.M. 1417 and 600-1900 blocks of W. U.S. Highway 82
• Resolution 6693: Development agreement with Wyldewood Homes, LLC for Washington Meadows, Phase I
• Resolution 6694: Development agreement with Astoria Homes, LLC for Austin Landing, Phase IV

The City Council annexed approximately 195 acres and rezoned 439 acres for the mixed-use Heritage Ranch development. Council also authorized development agreements for two residential subdivisions and an energy savings study with Johnson Controls.

• Approved annexation of 57.88 acres (Ord 6352) and 136.94 acres (Ord 6353) (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 439 acres to a Planned Development District for Heritage Ranch (Ord 6354) (6-0)
• Approved development agreement with Wyldewood Homes for Washington Meadows, Phase I (Res 6693) (6-0)
• Approved development agreement with Astoria Homes for Austin Landing, Phase IV (Res 6694) (6-0)
• Approved project development agreement with Johnson Controls for energy savings study (Res 6695) (6-0)
• Approved engineering design agreement with Binkley & Barfield for South Side Industrial Sanitary Sewer project (6-0)
• Approved request to advertise for annual park restroom cleaning services (6-0)
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report for quarter ended December 31, 2020 (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will review multiple site plans, plat approvals, and variance requests. Key discussions include a zone change for 33.996 acres on West Travis Street and several residential and commercial development permits.

• Zone change from R-1 to C-1 for 33.996 acres in the 2400-2600 blocks of West Travis Street
• Temporary Use Permit for a concrete batch plant at 1300 South Sam Rayburn Freeway for TXDOT project
• Preliminary Plat approval for Estates at Baker Park (46.925 acres) in the 200 block of South FM 1417
• Site plan approval for Raising Cane’s Restaurant at 3700 North U.S. Highway 75
• Preliminary Plat approval of The Grove Addition in the 2100 block of West Moore Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the preliminary plat for The Grove Addition, a 198-lot residential development in the 2100 block of West Moore Street, along with specific use permits for patio homes and duplexes. The commission also approved a zone change from R-1 to C-1 for properties in the 2400-2600 blocks of West Travis Street, and a temporary use permit for a concrete batch plant for the TxDOT Highway 75 project. A request by Tractor Supply for an exception to use chain-link fencing for outdoor storage screening was denied and then tabled.

• Approved preliminary plat for The Grove Addition, 198 lots (unanimous)
• Approved specific use permit for patio homes on 48 lots in The Grove Addition (unanimous)
• Approved specific use permit for duplexes on 22 lots in The Grove Addition (unanimous)
• Approved zone change from R-1 to C-1 for 33.996 acres in 2400-2600 blocks W. Travis St. (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use permit for concrete batch plant for TxDOT Highway 75 project (unanimous)
• Approved specific use permit for outdoor displays for Tractor Supply (unanimous)
• Denied exception for chain-link fence screening for Tractor Supply (3-2), then tabled
• Approved replat and site plan for Raising Cane's restaurant at 3700 N. US Highway 75 (consent agenda)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several zoning ordinances and specific use permits for residential and commercial developments. The body is also considering master development and loan agreements for an estimated 80-bed acute care hospital.

• Master Development and Predevelopment Loan Agreements for an estimated 80-bed acute care hospital
• Specific Use Permit for a 329-unit multi-family development at 2500 South F.M. 1417
• Specific Use Permit for a preschool at 1318 North Luckett Street
• Specific Use Permit for an automobile restoration center at 2500 Texoma Parkway
• Purchase of new vehicles including two Kenworth dump trucks, a chipper truck, and a bucket truck

The Sherman City Council approved a master development agreement and predevelopment loan for an estimated 80-bed acute care hospital in the Crossroads Development, with the city contributing to predevelopment costs but not guaranteeing debt. The council also denied a zone change and three specific use permits for a large mixed-use development on FM 1417, and approved several other items including a preschool permit, traffic control delegation, and annexation scheduling plans.

• Approved Resolution 6678 and 6679 for hospital development agreement and predevelopment loan (6-0)
• Denied Ordinance 6346 (zone change to C-1) and Ordinances 6347-6349 (SUPs for apartments, single-family rentals, storage) (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6342 for preschool SUP at 1318 N. Luckett with 10-child limit and 1-year term (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6343 for auto restoration center SUP at 2500 Texoma Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved Ordinances 6344 and 6345 for duplex and townhome SUPs (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6350 for zone change to R-2 at 2151 W. Moore (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6351 delegating traffic control device decisions to City Manager (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 6650 for development agreement with Brown Lewisville Railroad Family First LP (6-0)