Sherman public meetings in 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve final plats for residential and commercial developments and consider a zone change for a large commercial project on East FM 1417.

• Final plats for 13 residential and commercial projects
• Zone change for 300-1000 Block East FM 1417 (Bel Air Village)
• Public hearing for hotel use at 301 West Travis Street
• Public hearing for hotel use at 1831 Texoma Parkway
• Public hearing for school use at 400 North Sunset Boulevard

The minutes contain only public comments submitted ahead of a January 22, 2025 hearing. No decisions were made at this meeting. Residents opposed a structure at 2701 S First Street for being built against a property line and opposed a multi-family residence at 3311 Gallagher due to traffic and neighborhood concerns.

• No decisions recorded — minutes contain only public comments for the January 22, 2025 hearing

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings on seven zoning changes and specific use permits, as well as the issuance of limited tax notes. The body will also consider the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax Roll Value and Tax Levy.

• Public hearing for Limited Tax Notes, Series 2025 (Ordinance No. 6797)
• Proposed addition of approximately 128 acres to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Five
• Payment of $152,696 for Tyler Technologies, Inc annual software maintenance
• Rezoning of 8.441 acres at 2105 Texoma Parkway and 2030 Texoma Drive to Retail Business (C-1)
• Specific Use Permit for a mini-warehouse at 4312 and 4316 Texoma Parkway

The Sherman City Council approved all eight ordinances on the agenda, including multiple zoning changes, specific use permits, the issuance of $263,000 in tax notes, and the expansion of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #5. They also approved a resolution to add $200,000 to a development plan review contract and several consent agenda items. All votes were unanimous except for one zoning change (Ordinance 6794) which passed 6-1.

• Approved Ordinance 6790, rezoning 3.126 acres at 2640 block N. Travis St. from MF-30 to C-N (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6791, rezoning 8.441 acres at 2105 Texoma Pkwy & 2030 Texoma Dr. from C-2 to C-1 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6792, granting a Specific Use Permit for a hotel at 2105 Texoma Pkwy & 2030 Texoma Dr. (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6793, expanding mini-warehouse SUP at 4312 & 4316 Texoma Pkwy by 10,000 sq ft (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6794, rezoning 3.5 acres at 2000 block S. First St. from R-6 to R-TH (6-1, Marroquin nay)
• Approved Ordinance 6795, granting SUP for auto repair at 3100 block Texoma Pkwy (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6796, rezoning 5.693 acres at 1909 Texoma Pkwy from M-1 to C-2 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6797, authorizing issuance of Limited Tax Notes, Series 2025 (7-0)

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and options for executive session. No specific public business items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision.

The Sherman City Council met in a called session on December 9, 2024, with all members present. The meeting consisted of an executive session under the Texas Open Meetings Act, and no substantive decisions were made in open session. The council adjourned without taking any public action.

• Recessed to executive session (unanimous)
• Reconvened in open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding property at 1302 South Crockett Street. The body will consider requests for certificates of appropriateness for two different types of fencing in the Heritage Row Historical District.

• Request for a 4’ vinyl decorative fence at 1302 South Crockett Street
• Request for a 6’ wood privacy fence at 1302 South Crockett Street
• Discussion of flyer and ordinance update

The Historical Preservation Board approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for 1302 South Crockett Street: a 42-inch vinyl decorative fence and a 6-foot wood privacy fence. The board also voted to ask City Council to lower the Certificate of Appropriateness application fee to $75. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 42-inch vinyl decorative fence at 1302 South Crockett Street (5-0)
• Approved 6-foot wood privacy fence at 1302 South Crockett Street (5-0)
• Approved motion for staff to petition City Council to lower Certificate of Appropriateness fee to $75 (5-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will consider routine items on a consent agenda, recognize police officers with life‑saving awards, and discuss several resolutions. Key decisions include approving ambulance services from Southern Paramedic Service, renaming Carter Court to Steamboat Drive, and authorizing a $120,073.27 payment for the renewal of CentralSquare OneSolution software. The council will also address salary structures for firefighters and police officers and an encroachment agreement with a private property owner.

• Resolution 7447 – Approve Southern Paramedic Service, Inc. to provide ambulance services in Sherman.
• Resolution 7448 – Rename Carter Court to Steamboat Drive.
• Resolution 7450 – Authorize purchase of duty and training ammunition for the Sherman Police Department.
• Resolution 7451 – Establish salary, incentive, certification, and bilingual pay schedules for firefighters and police officers.
• Payment Authorization – Approve $120,073.27 for renewal of CentralSquare OneSolution software for CAD, RMS, and animal shelter.

The Sherman City Council approved a resolution allowing Southern Paramedic Service, Inc. to provide ambulance services, subject to obtaining a Texas license. It also approved a consent agenda that included renaming Carter Court to Steamboat Drive, a purchasing agreement with Mid-America Regional Council, police ammunition purchase, updated salary and incentive pay for police and firefighters, an encroachment agreement, and a software payment. Additionally, the council reappointed members to the Animal Control Advisory Committee and the Greater Texoma Utility Authority Board.

• Approved Resolution 7447 for Southern Paramedic Service to provide ambulance services (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7448 renaming Carter Court to Steamboat Drive (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 7449 authorizing interlocal agreement with Mid-America Regional Council (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 7450 for police ammunition purchase from Gulf States Distributors (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 7451 establishing salary and incentive pay for police and firefighters (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 7452 encroachment agreement with 1876 Old Investment Properties (consent agenda)
• Approved $120,073.27 payment for CentralSquare software renewal (consent agenda)
• Reappointed Aaron Jason Bucy to Animal Control Advisory Committee (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will meet on November 19, 2024 to approve the minutes from the May 21, 2024 Capital Improvements Advisory Committee meeting. They will then review and consider the CIAC semi‑annual report. The meeting also includes a period for citizen comments on agenda items.

• Approve minutes of the May 21, 2024 Capital Improvements Advisory Committee meeting
• Review and consider the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee semi‑annual report
• Public comment period on agenda items

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee met and approved the minutes from its May 21, 2024 meeting. The committee also reviewed the quarterly report for 2024, but no formal action was taken on it. The meeting was adjourned after these items.

• Approved minutes of May 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed quarterly report for 2024 (no action taken)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on November 19, 2024. The agenda includes a consent agenda of routine items and a series of public‑hearing items such as site plans, zone changes, and specific‑use permits. Commissioners will vote on each listed item unless a member requests separate discussion. All decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.

• 2000 Block West Washington Street – site plan for West Washington Medical Addition (1.050 acres, currently C‑1 Retail Business District)
• 4200 Block North Highway 75 – site plan for Texoma Dental (6.861 acres, currently C‑1 Retail Business District)
• 592 Luella Road – final plat for HMI Sherman No. 1 (73.391 acres, located in the ETJ)
• 2105 Texoma Parkway & 2030 Texoma Drive – zone change from C‑2 to C‑1 and hotel/motel specific‑use permit (8.441 acres)
• 4000 Block West Houston Street – zone change from R‑6 Single Family Residential to C‑2 General Commercial (5.755 acres)

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved several site plans, zone changes, and variances, including a medical office site plan, a dental office site plan, a hotel/motel specific use permit, and a zone change for townhomes. The commission also denied a zone change for commercial use on West Houston Street and tabled several items, including a hotel/motel request on East Lamberth Road. One item, a mini-warehouse on Steeple Chase Drive, was withdrawn.

• Approved site plan for W. Washington Medical Addition (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Texoma Dental (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Bel-Air HOA Amenity Lot (5-1)
• Tabled final plat for HMI Sherman No. 1 at 592 Luella Road (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and zone change for Sherman Executive Office at 2640 N Travis St (unanimous)
• Approved variances A, B, D, E at 1024 S First St; approved C with 16.6' side setback (unanimous)
• Approved zone change and specific use permit for hotel/motel at 2105 Texoma Pkwy (unanimous)
• Denied zone change from R-6 to C-2 at 4000 W Houston St (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on specific use permits for vehicle sales and a place of worship. The body is also deciding on street rehabilitation contracts, tax abatements for new residences, and several board appointments.

• Specific Use Permit for vehicle sales at 5922 Texoma Parkway (Ordinance 6787)
• Specific Use Permit for a church at 4800 Texoma Parkway (Ordinance 6788)
• Rezoning of 0.870 acres at 2901, 2909, and 2913 South First Street to R-4 (Ordinance 6782)
• Street Pavement Rehabilitation contract for Cherry St. from S. East St. to S. Grand Ave. with Wall Contractors, LLC
• Tax abatements for new single-family residences at 620 South First Street, 401 East Wilson Avenue, and 405 East Wilson Avenue

The Sherman City Council approved a $995,128.75 contract for the Cherry Street pavement rehabilitation project, denied an appeal of a Historical Preservation Board ruling on a fence at 1323 South Crockett Street, and approved several zoning changes and resolutions. The council also seated newly elected officials and made appointments to various boards and committees.

• Approved $995,128.75 contract to Wall Contractors for Cherry Street pavement project (6-0)
• Denied appeal of Historical Preservation Board fence ruling at 1323 S. Crockett St. (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved specific use permit for auto sales at 5922 Texoma Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved specific use permit for church at 4800 Texoma Pkwy (6-0)
• Approved abandonment of two water main easements at old Sher-Den Mall (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2901, 2909, 2913 S. First St. from R-6 to R-4 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7432 establishing PID, MUD, and TIRZ policies (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7434 license agreement with Three Oaks Development for city property (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of approximately 10 acres of land and a rezoning request for properties on South First Street. The body will also consider contracts for demolition, asbestos remediation, and various infrastructure projects.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Bel Air Communities, LLC for approximately 10.0 acres south of F.M. 1417
• Rezoning of 0.870 acres at 2901, 2909 and 2913 South First Street from R-6 to R-4
• Contract with Whole Environmental, Inc. for demolition and asbestos remediation at The Baltic and St. Charles Apartments
• Closing and abandoning a platted alley west of Lot 1, Block 29, W. Elliott's Addition
• Professional Services Agreement with Walter P. Moore and Associates Inc. for a Downtown Building Assessment

The Sherman City Council approved a final guaranteed maximum price of $288,131,406.55 and a contract language conversion to a lump sum for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant project with Kiewit Water Facilities South Co. The Council also approved a six-month pro-rated EMS and fire protection agreement with Grayson County, authorized property sales, and awarded several professional services and equipment purchase contracts. Additionally, the Council tabled a historical preservation fence appeal and a zoning ordinance change.

• Approved minutes of prior meetings (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6786 abandoning a platted alley west of Lot 1, Block 29, W. Elliott’s Addition (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 6782 regarding a zone change at 2901, 2909, and 2913 South First Street
• Approved Resolution 7416 for the purchase and sale agreement with Bel Air Communities, LLC for approximately 10 acres of land (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7417 awarding a demolition and asbestos remediation contract for Baltic and St. Charles Apartments to Whole Environmental, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7418 for a downtown building assessment professional services agreement with Walter P. Moore and Associates, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved Resolutions 7419 and 7420 for South Wastewater Treatment Plant contract amendments and final GMP of $288,131,406.55 with Kiewit Water Facilities South Co. (5-1, Stevenson nay)
• Approved Resolution 7421 for an amended professional services agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. for $162,200 for Heritage Ranch public improvements (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will review several site plans and final plats. The body will also hold public hearings regarding zone changes and specific use permits for commercial and residential properties.

• Zone change from General Commercial to Planned Development (Multi Family Residential) for 15.225 acres at 3311 Gallagher Drive
• Site plan for Chick-fil-A, Inc. at 3400 Block South Highway 75
• Specific use permit for a church at 4800 Texoma Parkway, Suite 300
• Zone change from Multi Family Residential to Neighborhood Commercial at 2640 Block North Travis Street
• Five variance requests for setbacks and fencing at 1024 South First Street

The provided record contains an email from a resident opposing a zoning change for an apartment complex at 3311 Gallagher Drive (Project 24-004729). No substantive council or commission decisions, votes, or formal actions are recorded in the provided text.

• Entered resident opposition email regarding Project 24-004729 into the record

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on several zoning amendment ordinances, including a specific use permit for a high‑school auditorium at 2907 West Travis Street and rezoning of parcels on Dripping Springs Road and other sites. After the hearings, the council will vote to adopt Ordinances 6779 through 6785. The meeting also includes votes on resolutions authorizing contracts, purchases of vehicles for street maintenance, and utility rate changes.

• Ordinance 6779 – specific use permit for a high‑school auditorium, arena, etc., at 2907 West Travis Street
• Ordinance 6780 – rezoning 15.230‑acre tract on 4100 Block Dripping Springs Road from R‑A to R‑4
• Ordinance 6785 – revision of water and sewer service rates
• Resolution 7408 – purchase of a new Ford F‑750 dump truck for the Street Maintenance Department
• Resolution 7415 – purchase of a new 2025 Ford F‑550 pothole repair truck for the Street Maintenance Department

The Sherman City Council approved a package of ordinances including the FY 2025 utility rate plan, a specific use permit for Sherman High School, and zone changes for properties on Dripping Springs Road and East Taylor Street. It also awarded contracts for water line improvements, a sewer extension, and a laboratory building remodel. A zone change for three lots on South First Street was tabled after a motion to deny failed.

• Approved utility rate plan for FY 2025 (Ord 6785)
• Approved SUP for Sherman High School auditorium/arena (Ord 6779)
• Approved zone change for 15.23 acres on Dripping Springs Rd (Ord 6780, 5-1)
• Approved zone change for 705 E. Taylor St (Ord 6781)
• Tabled zone change for 2901, 2909 & 2913 S. First St (Ord 6782)
• Approved $685,365 water line contract with Kitching & Co (Res 7357)
• Approved $668,730 sewer extension contract with Hayes Construction (Res 7402)
• Approved $2.7M lab building remodel with Hawk Builders (Res 7403)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will consider adopting ordinances for tax certificates, zoning changes for a jail and concrete plant, and a child-care tax exemption. The meeting also includes resolutions for road projects, property acquisitions, and the purchase of vehicles and equipment for city departments.

• Ordinance 6775: Issuance of tax certificates
• Ordinance 6776: Specific use permit for jail at 200 S. Crockett St
• Ordinance 6777: Regulations for temporary concrete batching plants
• Resolution 7367: Contract with Lynn Vessels Construction for Heritage Ranch
• Resolution 7368: Contract with Texana Land & Asphalt for street maintenance

The Sherman City Council swore in new District 1 Council Member Clay Barnett and approved $20 million in Series 2024 certificates of obligation at a 4.02% true interest cost. The Council also approved multiple zoning changes, including a specific use permit for a Grayson County jail expansion and a zone change for the Heritage Ranch Planned Development, alongside numerous public works contracts and property purchases.

• Approved minutes from September 10, September 16, and September 23, 2024 meetings (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance Nos. 6775, 6776, 6777, and 6778 regarding certificates of obligation, jail SUP, temporary concrete batch plants, and child-care property tax exemptions (6-0)
• Removed from table and approved Ordinance No. 6774 rezoning 438.99 acres for the Heritage Ranch Planned Development with a 1,200 multi-family unit cap (6-0)
• Awarded Resolution No. 7367 contract to Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC for Heritage Ranch Public Improvements Phase 1 for under $6.7 million (6-0)
• Awarded Resolution No. 7368 contract to Texana Land & Asphalt, Inc. for Street Maintenance Project Phase 2 for under $2.5 million (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 7369 for the purchase of real property at 324 N. Crockett Street from Wattman Holdings LLC for $340,000 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including right-of-way acquisitions, professional services agreements, vehicle purchases for city departments, and software renewals

General

The Historical Preservation Board will hold a public hearing to review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The board will also consider approving minutes from a May 16, 2023 meeting.

• Request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 4’ wood decorative fence at 1323 South Crockett Street in the Heritage Row Historical District

The Historical Preservation Board approved a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a wood decorative fence at 1323 South Crockett Street. The board mandated that the fence be no taller than 36 inches and painted black or white on both sides. The board also approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023, special called meeting.

• Approved May 16, 2023, meeting minutes (all present)
• Denied motion for 40-inch fence (failed for lack of second)
• Denied motion for 36-inch fence (failed for lack of second)
• Approved 36-inch black or white painted wood fence (3-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hear public comments, then adopt Resolution No. 7366 to declare the results of the September 14, 2024 special municipal election that filled the District 1 council vacancy. Afterward the Council may enter an executive session to discuss matters such as pending litigation, real‑property transactions, contracts, personnel actions, security issues, or economic‑development negotiations, as permitted by Texas law.

• Resolution No. 7366 – declare results of the Sep 14, 2024 special municipal election for District 1 vacancy
• Citizen comments on agenda items listed under the Open Meeting portion
• Executive Session – possible discussion of pending or contemplated litigation
• Executive Session – possible deliberation of purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
• Executive Session – possible deliberation of contracts, personnel matters, security deployments, or economic‑development incentives

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting to canvass the September 14, 2024 special municipal election results for the District 1 council vacancy. They approved Resolution No. 7366, declaring the election results. No other substantive decisions were made; the council did not hold an executive session and adjourned shortly after.

• Canvassed September 14, 2024 special election returns for District 1 council vacancy
• Approved Resolution No. 7366 declaring election results (2-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a consent agenda of routine site plans and a public hearing on a proposed jail facility. The body will also vote on amending zoning regulations for planned developments and temporary concrete batch plants.

• Public hearing for jail at 200 South Crockett Street
• Zone change for detention facility at 200 South Crockett Street
• Zone change for retail building at 2601 Block F.M. Highway 691
• Zone change for patio homes at 4100 Block Dripping Springs Road
• Ordinance amendment for temporary concrete batch plants

The Sherman Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Specific Use Permit for the Grayson County jail at 200 South Crockett Street, tied to county ownership, and approved a Planned Development district update. The commission also approved zone changes for properties on Interurban Parkway, Dripping Springs Road, South First Street, and East Taylor Street, along with site plans, variances, and plats. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for Grayson County jail at 200 South Crockett St (7-0)
• Approved PD District update ordinance (7-0)
• Approved zone change to PD at 800 Block Interurban Pkwy, conditional on PD update and exterior finishes (7-0)
• Approved zone change to R-4 at 4100 Block Dripping Springs Rd (7-0)
• Approved zone change to C-2 at 705 East Taylor St (7-0)
• Approved zone change to R-4 at 2901, 2909, 2913 South First St (7-0)
• Approved variance and final plat at 410 Cherry Park Dr (7-0)
• Approved 2025 submittal calendar (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning 438.99 acres and granting a specific use permit for a power substation. The body will also consider dissolving Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number Three and approving several infrastructure and economic development agreements.

• Specific use permit for electric power substation/solar/wind at 1512 Interurban Parkway
• Rezoning of 438.99 acres in the 3500-4500 blocks of North F.M. 1417 and 600-1900 blocks of West U.S. Highway 82
• Dissolution of Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number Three (TIRZ #3)
• Economic Development Program Agreement with Sunny Delight Beverages Co.
• New salary and incentive pay schedules for firefighters and police officers

The Sherman City Council denied a specific use permit for a battery energy storage facility at 1512 Interurban Parkway, with a 2-4 vote. The council also tabled a water line contract, a zoning change for Heritage Ranch, and a related site plan. It approved terminating TIRZ #3, an incentive agreement with Sunny Delight, and several other resolutions.

• Denied SUP for electric power substation at 1512 Interurban Pkwy (2-4)
• Tabled Resolution 7357 for water line improvements contract (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled Ordinance 6774 for Heritage Ranch zone change (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled Heritage Ranch Multi-Family Phase 1 site plan (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance 6773 terminating TIRZ #3 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7355 for Sunny Delight incentive grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7356 for Pape-Dawson infrastructure contract amendment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including police/fire salary structures and budget amendments (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council and the Sherman Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) Board of Directors are holding a joint meeting. The bodies will review results from the previous year and discuss the approval of SEDCO's work program and budget for 2024-2025.

• Presentation of 2023-2024 SEDCO Work Program results
• Discussion and potential approval of the 2024-2025 SEDCO Work Program
• Discussion and potential approval of the 2024-2025 SEDCO Budget

The Sherman City Council and the Sherman Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) held a joint meeting on September 10, 2024, and unanimously approved both the SEDCO Work Program and the SEDCO Budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The work program outlines goals for industry retention, new industry attraction, workforce development, and a year-round grant program. The budget includes a proposed $5.6 million deficit, with significant expenditures for infrastructure and a payment to GlobalWafers. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without an executive session.

• Approved SEDCO Work Program FY 2024-2025 (SEDCO vote: 5-0)
• Approved SEDCO Work Program FY 2024-2025 (City Council vote: 5-0)
• Approved SEDCO Budget FY 2024-2025 (SEDCO vote: 5-0)
• Approved SEDCO Budget FY 2024-2025 (City Council vote: 5-0)

City Council

The Sherman City Council will hold public hearings and consider adoption of several ordinances, including declaring unopposed mayoral and council candidates elected and canceling the November 5, 2024 municipal election. A key item is Ordinance 6767, which would grant Atmos Energy a non‑exclusive franchise to construct, maintain and operate gas pipelines and impose a rights‑of‑way fee in lieu of other charges. Additional ordinances address solid‑waste container requirements, service fee adjustments, and a utility bond issuance. The council will also adopt resolutions for an interlocal water agreement, professional services for a lift station, and a property purchase.

• Ordinance 6767: Grant Atmos Energy a non‑exclusive franchise for gas pipelines with a rights‑of‑way fee.
• Ordinance 6766: Declare unopposed mayor and council candidates elected and cancel the Nov 5, 2024 election.
• Ordinance 6769: Amend solid‑waste regulations, set commercial container enclosure standards, max fine $2,000.
• Ordinance 6770: Modify service fees for laboratory testing, industrial pretreatment, and fats, oil & grease programs, max fine $2,000.
• Resolution 7350: Authorize an interlocal agreement with the North Texas Municipal Water District.

The City Council canceled the November 5, 2024, election because all candidates ran unopposed. The council also approved several utility ordinances, including a gas rate settlement and new solid waste enclosure standards.

• Canceled Nov. 5, 2024 Regular Municipal Election (6-0)
• Approved Atmos Energy franchise agreement and negotiated rate settlement (6-0)
• Updated solid waste rates and commercial container enclosure requirements (6-0)
• Approved $91.88M in GTUA contract revenue bonds for utility projects (6-0)
• Approved Bel Air Village PID 2024-2025 service and assessment plan (6-0)
• Authorized interlocal agreement with North Texas Municipal Water District (6-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. (6-0)
• Appointed Council Members Dobbs and Stevenson to Special Districts Subcommittee (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a text amendment for the Heritage Ranch Planned Development, adding dwelling and multi-family uses. They will also consider a site plan for a multi‑family Phase 1 project on 14.650 acres within the development. Additional items include a medical office site plan, a temporary concrete batch plant permit, and several variance requests.

• Site Plan for Pecan Grove Medical Office Building at 1000 East Pecan Grove Road (0.953 acres, currently C‑1 Retail Business)
• Public Hearing and text amendment for Heritage Ranch Planned Development to include dwelling and multi‑family uses; Site Plan for Multi‑Family Phase 1 (14.650 acres)
• Temporary Use Permit for a concrete batch plant on the 800 Block East FM 1417 and 2900 Block South Highway 75 (R‑6 Single Family Residential)
• Variances at 1707 North Wharton Street to reduce side setbacks for a garage and metal shed (R‑6)
• Variances and specific use permit for a high‑school/arena complex and stadium height changes at 2907 West Travis Street

The minutes record no formal decisions. The document is an email from Merry Munson of The Munson Realty Company expressing support for Sherman ISD's stadium expansion and requesting further discussions on traffic, parking, drainage, and utility impacts.

• No formal decisions recorded in the minutes

General

The Library Advisory Board will first approve the meeting minutes from June 17, 2024. It will then receive a library update from staff. Any additional items may be addressed under other business before the meeting adjourns.

• Approve minutes from June 17, 2024
• Library update presentation
• Consider other business items

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of Ordinance No. 6759, which sets the 2024‑25 operating and capital budget and raises total property taxes by $13,381,000 (48%). Additional tax‑levying ordinances (Nos. 6760‑6761) and several zoning and specific‑use permit ordinances (Nos. 6762‑6765) will also be heard. Resolutions will approve a five‑year Capital Improvement Program, award a contract to Tegrity Contractors for the City Hall remodel, and authorize professional services for the McGee Street Bridge rehabilitation. Other business includes ratifying the property‑tax increase.

• Ordinance No. 6759 – Adopt FY 2024‑25 budget, raising total property taxes by $13,381,000 (48%)
• Ordinance No. 6760 – Levy ad valorem taxes for the 2024 tax year
• Ordinance No. 6761 – Rezone 0.632‑acre lot on 4300 block Cox Street from R‑6 to R‑5
• Ordinance No. 6765 – Approve specific‑use permit for electric power substation at 1512 Interurban Parkway
• Resolution No. 7347 – Award contract to Tegrity Contractors, Inc. for Sherman City Hall remodel

The Sherman City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 budget, a property tax rate of $0.508000 per $100 valuation, and ratified the property tax increase. They also adopted the five-year Capital Improvement Program, awarded a contract for the City Hall remodel, and approved several zoning changes and specific use permits. One specific use permit for an electric substation was tabled to the September 3, 2024 meeting.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget (Ordinance 6759) (5-0)
• Adopted property tax rate of $0.508000 per $100 (Ordinance 6760) (5-0)
• Ratified property tax increase in FY 2024-2025 budget (5-0)
• Adopted five-year Capital Improvement Program (Resolution 7346) (5-0)
• Awarded City Hall remodel contract to Tegrity Contractors, Inc. (Resolution 7347) (5-0)
• Approved zoning changes and specific use permits (Ordinances 6761-6764) (5-0)
• Tabled electric substation specific use permit (Ordinance 6765) to September 3, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget, which proposes raising total property taxes by $13,381,000. The body will also consider ordinances regarding a November 2024 election, zoning changes, and police staffing levels.

• Proposed budget increase of $13,381,000 (48%) in total property taxes
• Ordinance No. 6755 to order a November 5, 2024 election for Mayor and two Council members
• Ordinance No. 6756 to rezone 3.172 acres at 2211 North Highway 75 to General Commercial
• Resolution No. 7344 for a pavilion and inclusive playground at Fairview Park via Whirlix Design, Inc.
• Resolution No. 7342 for sewer improvements at Allen Drive and South East Street with Three Oaks Development and Construction Company

The Sherman City Council approved four ordinances and five resolutions, including a $20 million certificate of obligation issuance for capital projects like street rebuilds and drainage improvements. They also approved a development agreement for sewer improvements at Three Oaks, a contract for an inclusive playground at Fairview Park, and a revised police staffing structure. The council held the first public hearing on the FY 2025 budget, which includes a property tax rate that will raise more revenue than last year, and set a record vote to consider the tax increase.

• Approved Resolution 7341 authorizing $20M in certificates of obligation for capital projects (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7342 for sewer improvements at Three Oaks development, with city's portion at $302,000 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7344 for inclusive playground and pavilion at Fairview Park (6-0)
• Approved Ordinances 6755-6758, including November 5 election, rezoning at 2211 N. Hwy 75, alley abandonment, and police position changes (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7343 amending water and sewer contract with Greater Texoma Utility Authority (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7345 to negotiate FY 2024 audit with Weaver and Tidwell (6-0)
• Set public hearing for draft Capital Improvement Program for August 19, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved emergency sewer line replacement from Hoard to Ross for $138,889 (consent agenda)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Sherman County Planning and Zoning Commission will review and vote on multiple zoning changes, site plans, and variances at this meeting. Items include commercial and residential zoning adjustments, public hearings for specific use permits, and final plats for residential additions. The Board of Adjustment will also hear variance requests for residential setbacks.

• Zone change from R-6 to R-5 at 4300 Block Cox Street
• Zone change from C-1/R-4/R-5/R-6 to PD (Planned Development) at 2801 Block Blue Flame Road and 2900 Block FM 691
• Zone change from C-1/75 & 82 Overlay to C-2/75 & 82 Overlay at 4200 Block North Loy Lake Road
• Site plan approval for Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Store at 3120 South Highway 75
• Variance requests for residential setbacks at 710 West Birge Street and 501 North Holly Avenue

The provided text is a letter from Holcim – SOR, Inc. to the City of Sherman regarding the Joiner Ranch development. It contains a request for specific notice language on plats, but does not include meeting minutes or records of any decisions made by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings for several zoning changes and a special election to fill a District 1 vacancy. The body will also consider contracts for a playground, water treatment plant work, and economic incentives for a hotel.

• Special election for District 1 Council Member vacancy on September 14, 2024
• Rezoning requests for 1822 South Montgomery Street, 800 block South Holly Avenue, and 2100 East Lamar Street
• Specific Use Permit for a high school at 2907 West Travis Street
• Economic Development Program Agreement for a hotel and conference center at 301 block West Travis Street
• Change order of $264,299.00 for Sherman Downtown Wastewater Improvements - Phase 1

The Council approved a five-year incentive agreement for the Tekmak Sherman Hotel and a $548,000 all-inclusive playground at Pecan Grove East Park. Several zoning changes and a specific use permit for a secondhand store were approved, while one multi-family rezoning request was tabled.

• Approved Resolution No. 7320 for hotel and conference center incentives
• Approved $548,000 inclusive playground at Pecan Grove East Park (Res. 7334)
• Approved $264,299 change order for Downtown Wastewater Improvements Phase 1
• Approved rezoning at 1822 S. Montgomery St to R-5 (Ord. 6748)
• Approved rezoning at 2100 E. Lamar St to C-1 and R-2F (Ord. 6750, 6751)
• Approved specific use permit for high school addition at 2907 W. Travis St (Ord. 6752)
• Approved specific use permit for secondhand store at 1908 E. Lamar St (Ord. 6754)
• Tabled rezoning of 800 block S. Holly Ave to MF-30 (Ord. 6749)

City Council

The City Council will consider an economic development agreement with Chick-fil-A, Inc. and a development agreement for street improvements near O.B. Groner Road and F.M. Highway 1417. The agenda also includes items regarding wastewater treatment plant improvements and land petitions in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Economic development agreement with Chick-fil-A, Inc.
• Development agreement for street improvements at O.B. Groner Road and F.M. Highway 1417
• Acceptance of completed construction contract for Post Oak Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Purchase of a specialty UTV ambulance for the Sherman Fire Department
• Land petitions in the Dripping Springs Addition and John McClenihan Survey

The Council approved several infrastructure projects, including wastewater and water treatment plant improvements and a street development agreement. It also granted sales tax incentives to a Chick-Fil-A location and denied four petitions for removal from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Approved sales tax incentives for second Chick-Fil-A at Crossroads (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 reimbursement for street improvements at O.B. Groner Road and FM 1417 (6-0)
• Accepted $5,644,800 Post Oak Wastewater Treatment Plant contract as complete (6-0)
• Approved Sherman WTP Flocculation and Sedimentation Improvements award to Red River Construction Company (6-0)
• Denied petition from Jon L. Brown and Lovanda L. Brown for ETJ release (6-0)
• Denied three petitions from Benjamin M. Crouse and Sarah M. Crouse for ETJ release (6-0)
• Scheduled joint meeting with SEDCO for September 10, 2024 (6-0)
• Took no action on Resolution 7329 regarding Huitt-Zollars, Inc. agreement

City Council

The Sherman City Council is conducting a budget workshop to review the 2024-2025 budget. This session focuses on discussing fiscal matters for the upcoming year.

• Review of the 2024-2025 budget

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several site plans, including a proposed high school and an electric power substation. The agenda also includes multiple requests for zone changes and final plats for new residential and commercial developments. Additionally, the commission will review a temporary use permit for a concrete batch plant.

• Site plan and use permit for a high school at 2907 West Travis Street
• Temporary use permit for a concrete batch plant on West Highway 82
• Site plan and use permit for an electric power substation at 1512 Interurban Parkway
• Zone change from C-1 to R-5 for 1822 South Montgomery Street
• Final plat approval for the Hickory Hill Subdivision

The supplied document is a set of emails and public comment letters submitted ahead of the June 18, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, not the meeting minutes themselves. They concern a requested temporary use permit for a concrete batch plant (Item #19) and a zoning change request for South Holly Apartments (Item #20). No votes, approvals, denials, or tablings by the Commission are recorded in this document. One applicant, BSA, asked by email to table its request at the June 18 meeting; the document does not show whether the Commission acted on that request.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances regarding land rezoning for residential and commercial use. The council will also consider economic development incentives for a new hotel and conference center. Additionally, an ordinance to prohibit new billboard signs will be introduced.

• Rezoning 2.11 acres at 401 South Sam Rayburn Freeway for a hotel or motel
• Economic development incentives for TEKMAK Sherman Hotel, LP
• Ordinance to prohibit new billboard signs in the city
• Rezoning 27.101 acres near FM 691 and North Highway 75 to C-1 District
• Specific Use Permit for a tattoo studio at 125 East Wall Street

The City Council approved a series of zoning changes and specific use permits, including a new sign ordinance that prohibits new billboard signs in Sherman. Council members also voted to table a proposed Chapter 380 economic development agreement for a hotel and conference center pending further negotiations, and approved the annual audit report. Additionally, the Council authorized a TIRZ #3 reimbursement agreement with Aspire Two, LLC.

• Approved Minutes of May 20 and June 3, 2024 meetings (6-0)
• Approved Ordinances 6731 through 6745 for rezoning, specific use permits, sign regulations, and a waterline easement abandonment (6-0)
• Allowed applicant to apply for a Planned Development for fewer than 200 acres for Joiner Ranch (6-0)
• Accepted Annual Audit Report for year ended September 30, 2023
• Tabled Resolution 7320 for a Chapter 380 agreement with TekMak Sherman Hotel, LP (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7319 for the First Amended and Restated Second TIRZ #3 Reimbursement and Development Agreement with Aspire Two, LLC (6-0)

City Council

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Board #3 will consider authorizing an amended reimbursement and development agreement. This agreement with Aspire Two, LLC involves public infrastructure and private improvements within the Sherman Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone, Number Three.

• First Amended and Restated Second TIRZ #3 Reimbursement and Development Agreement with Aspire Two, LLC

The Tax Increment Financing Board #3 approved the First Amended and Restated Second TIRZ #3 Reimbursement and Development Agreement with Aspire Two, LLC. This amendment allows the city to reimburse construction costs for public infrastructure upon the Certificate of Occupancy of one completed building, rather than waiting for all four buildings to be finished. The board plans to close this Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone at the end of the year.

• Approved amended TIRZ #3 reimbursement agreement with Aspire Two, LLC (3-0)
• Executive session was not needed
• Meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m.

Library Board

The City of Sherman Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting at the Sherman Public Library. The agenda includes approving minutes from February 26, 2024, and receiving a library update.

• Approval of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Library update

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a special election for District 1, new subdivision and engineering design standards, and the 2024 Community Development Block Grant action plan. The body will also consider several professional service agreements and tax abatements.

• Ordinance No. 6728 to order a special election on September 14, 2024, for District 1
• Ordinance No. 6729 amending subdivision regulations with a maximum fine of $2,000
• Ordinance No. 6730 adopting Engineering Design Standards Manual with a maximum fine of $2,000
• Tax abatement agreement for a new residence at 215 North Ricketts
• Professional services agreements with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. and Garver, LLC

The City Council scheduled a special election for September 14, 2024, to fill a vacancy caused by the resignation of Council Member Shawn Teamann. The Council also adopted new subdivision regulations and engineering design standards. Additionally, emergency repairs for two groundwater wells were approved.

• Ordered special election for District 1 on Sept. 14, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved joint election agreement with Grayson County (6-0)
• Adopted revised Subdivision Ordinance and Engineering Design Standards Manual (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Community Development Block Grant action plan (6-0)
• Approved $287,742 emergency repair for Luella 2 Woodbine Well
• Approved $402,650 emergency repair for Russell 1 T Well
• Approved residential tax abatement for 215 North Ricketts Street
• Approved temporary street closures for Texoma Earth Day Festival on June 15 (6-0)

General

The City Council will meet for a called meeting to receive an update on the Capital Improvement Program. The session includes a request for council input on these improvements.

• Capital Improvement Program update and council input

The meeting was procedural in nature and recorded no substantive decisions. The council received a Capital Improvement Program update, but no votes or actions were taken.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Capital Improvement Advisory Committee will meet to review its semi-annual report. The body will also consider the adoption of an updated impact fee ordinance.

• Review and consideration of the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee semi-annual report
• Review and consideration of the adoption of an updated impact fee ordinance

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee approved previous meeting minutes and reviewed quarterly reports. The committee voted to recommend to City Council that the maximum assessed value for water and sanitary sewer be set to 80%. The recommendation passed with four members voting in favor and two against.

• Approved October 30, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Recommended to City Council setting water and sewer assessed value to 80% (4-2 vote)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider various land-use requests, including zone changes, site plans, and variances. The meeting includes several public hearings for specific use permits and final plat approvals.

• Zone change request for 27.101 acres at 7000 Block FM 691/4000 Block North Highway 75 from R-6 to C-1
• Specific use permit request for a hotel or motel at 401 South Sam Rayburn Freeway
• Variance request for a 180-foot communication tower at 510 Progress Drive
• Specific use permit request for a tattoo studio at 125 East Wall Street
• Final plat approval for Sherman Inspire Academy at 2276 South FM 1417

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance to modify sign regulations and prohibit new billboard signs. The ordinance establishes new rules for nonconforming signs and sets a maximum fine of $2,000 for violations.

• Prohibited all new billboard signs
• Prohibited 'A' frame signs, banner signs, feather flags, and wind-driven signs
• Established a $2,000 maximum fine for ordinance violations
• Required nonconforming sign owners to register and obtain a certificate of nonconforming rights within 12 months
• Prohibited signs that obstruct traffic signs, signals, or the view of vehicle operators

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on 11 ordinances, including zoning changes, a land annexation, and the abandonment of right-of-way and easements. The body will also consider several professional service agreements and infrastructure contracts.

• Ordinance 6720: Rezoning 13.982 acres in the 3400 block of West Houston Street from C-2 to MF-15
• Ordinance 6723: Annexation of approximately 2.02 acres of land north of Post Oak Creek
• Ordinance 6719: Specific Use Permit for a smoke shop at 4520 Texoma Parkway Suites M & N
• Resolution 7304: Purchase of 1.488 acres of land in the Friar Mcneely Survey
• Resolution 7303: Street and utility agreement with Sherman ISD for Lone Star Parkway and Heritage Ranch Trail

The Council approved a rezoning and specific use permit for an 84-unit senior living development with deed restrictions. A request for a smoke shop permit on Texoma Parkway was denied. Several other zoning changes, annexations, and infrastructure agreements were approved.

• Approved rezoning and SUP for 84-unit senior living at 3400 block W. Houston St (4-3)
• Denied specific use permit for smoke shop at 4520 Texoma Parkway (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 923 East Jones Street to R-5 (6-0)
• Approved annexation of 2.02 acres at Three Oaks, Section 4 (6-0)
• Approved $7M street and utility agreement with Sherman ISD (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved amended project and financing plan for TIRZ #7 (6-0)
• Approved license agreement for mixed beverage sales at Veterans Field (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Confirmed appointment of Justin Eastwood as Parks and Recreation Director (6-0)

General

The City Council Tax Increment Financing Board #7 is meeting to discuss and potentially approve an amended project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Seven. The board will also provide findings of fact regarding the plan.

• Accepting and approving the Amended Project and Financing Plan for Sherman Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Seven (#7)

The Tax Increment Financing Board #7 approved an amended Project and Financing Plan for the zone including Legacy Village and Bel Air Village. The amendment extends the zone's term, modifies the cost, and aligns the plan with the Master Development Agreement.

• Approved Amended Project and Financing Plan for Sherman Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #7 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on several park projects and review monthly activity reports. The board will also consider the minutes from the March 7, 2024 meeting.

• PGAC Shading & Lighting update
• Pecan Grove East Trail Lighting & Restroom update
• Fairview Tennis Court Resurfacing update
• Southwest Trail update
• Fairview Park Playground, Shark Tooth Park, and Centennial Park updates

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding water conservation, industrial waste disposal, and police staffing levels. The body will also consider professional service agreements for water treatment and sewer improvements.

• Ordinance 6714: New Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan with fines up to $2,000
• Ordinance 6715: Revision of authorized positions in the Police Department
• Ordinance 6716: New regulations for disposal of industrial waste with fines up to $2,000
• Agreement with Pape-Dawson Engineers for Sherman Water Treatment Plant design services
• Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. for Lower Post Oak Creek Interceptor improvements

The City Council approved three ordinances updating water conservation plans, police department staffing, and industrial waste disposal regulations. They also authorized engineering agreements for water and sewer infrastructure projects and approved an annexation scheduling plan for a 2.02-acre tract. Additionally, the Council received a presentation on proposed City Hall renovations estimated at $3 million.

• Approved Ordinance 6714 for water conservation and drought contingency (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6715 to increase police department staffing (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6716 regarding industrial waste disposal regulations (6-0)
• Approved Amendment 3 with Pape-Dawson Engineers for water treatment (6-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam (6-0)
• Approved annexation scheduling plan for 2.02 acres (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fleet purchases and tax abatement (6-0)

General

The Sherman City Council is holding a called meeting to receive a financial update and provide input for the 2024-2025 budget year. The agenda includes citizen comments, council comments, and a possible executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, security, and economic development matters. No votes on specific items are listed.

• Financial update and council input for 2024-2025 budget year
• Citizen comments limited to agenda items
• Possible executive session on real property, personnel, security, and economic development negotiations

The Sherman City Council held a called meeting to review the FY 2024 financial update and gather input for the 2024-2025 budget year. City Manager Robby Hefton and CFO Mary Lawrence presented data on fund reserves, noting that while overall financial performance is generally good, the Solid Waste Fund faces challenges with residential rates significantly below market averages. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the open session, and no executive session was held.

• Reviewed FY 2024 financial update and budget planning input
• No executive session held
• Meeting adjourned at 12:59 p.m.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider several requests for zone changes, site plan approvals, and variances. The meeting includes reviews for residential, commercial, and industrial developments across the city.

• Public hearing for a concrete batch plant temporary use permit at 2000-2300 Blocks Interurban Parkway
• Zone change request from R-6 to MF-30 and C-2 for 40.728 acres at 7000 Block FM 691 and 4000 Block North Highway 75
• Specific use permit request for a smoke shop at 4520 Texoma Parkway, Suites M & N
• Zone change from C-2 to MF-15 and a build-to-rent dwelling permit at 3400 Block West Houston Street
• Final plat approvals for 2901 Block Texoma Parkway, 6104 Texoma Parkway, and Jamestown Square

The provided text consists of a single email from a resident expressing support for a billboard proposal. No commission actions, votes, or decisions are recorded.

City Council

The City Council will consider four ordinances to rezone specific properties and modify regulations for townhomes, multifamily buildings, and the Blalock Commercial Overlay District. The body will also review several development agreements and infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing to rezone 310 East Brockett Street from R-6 to R-4
• Public hearing to rezone 42.205 acres at 2700 block Blue Flame Road and 5100 block Fallon Drive to R-TH
• Proposed modifications to townhome, multifamily, and sign regulations (Ordinance No. 6712)
• Economic development agreement with Broadstone HHH Texas LLC
• Development agreement with AJH Enterprises, Ltd. for drainage improvements at U.S. Highway 82 and Rex Cruise Road

The Sherman City Council approved four zoning ordinances, including rezoning 42.205 acres at the 2700 block of Blue Flame Road and 5100 block of Fallon Drive to townhome residential, and expanded the Blalock Commercial Overlay District. It approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with Broadstone HHH Texas LLC and a development agreement reimbursing AJH Enterprises, Ltd. $500,000 for drainage improvements near U.S. Highway 82 and Rex Cruise Road. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with no members absent. The council also received presentations on the Sherman Economic Development Corporation's quarterly report and a possible trolley purchase, but took no action on the trolleys.

• Approved Ordinance 6710 rezoning 310 E. Brockett Street from R-6 to R-4 single family residential (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6711 rezoning 42.205 acres at 2700 block Blue Flame Road and 5100 block Fallon Drive to R-TH townhome residential (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6712 amending zoning rules on townhome/multifamily separation and signs, with development signs required to be lit (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6713 expanding the Blalock Commercial Overlay District to include about 100 acres of the old Johnson and Johnson property (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7281 authorizing a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with Broadstone HHH Texas LLC (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7282 amending Kiewit contract language on contingency funds for the wastewater treatment plant (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 7283 authorizing a development agreement with AJH Enterprises, Ltd. and $500,000 reimbursement for drainage improvements (6-0)
• Approved the consent agenda, including Resolutions 7284-7293 and the quarterly investment report (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider updating water service rates and opposing permits for a proposed cement production plant. The body will also review several infrastructure contracts and emergency sewer repairs.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 6709 to revise water service rates
• Resolution No. 7274 opposing permits for the BM Dorchester, LLC proposed cement production plant
• Contract with ANA Site Construction for Sherman Downtown Wastewater Improvements, Phase 1
• Purchase of three new Dodge Ram ambulance chassis from Glenn Polk Autoplex, Inc.
• Variance request for alcoholic beverage sales at 1121 W. Taylor Street near Fairview Elementary

The City Council approved Resolution No. 7274 opposing air quality and other permits sought by BM Dorchester, LLC for a proposed cement production plant and rock crusher near Highway 289 and FM 902, citing public health and welfare concerns. The council also awarded a $2,482,383 contract (including a $300,000 contingency) to ANA Site Construction for Phase 1 of the Sherman Downtown Wastewater Improvements, replacing 6,400 feet of sewer main. A variance allowing alcoholic beverage sales within 300 feet of Fairview Elementary at Fairview Park, 1121 W. Taylor Street, was approved 3-2. Two petitions to remove property from the city's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction were denied.

• Approved Resolution No. 7274 opposing BM Dorchester, LLC permits for a proposed cement plant and quarry (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 7275 awarding a $2,482,383 contract to ANA Site Construction for Downtown Wastewater Improvements Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6709 revising water service rates to add a 12-inch meter charge (5-0)
• Approved alcohol sales variance at Fairview Park, 1121 W. Taylor Street, within 300 feet of Fairview Elementary (3-2)
• Denied Furizon, Limited petition to remove 312.05 acres from the city's ETJ (5-0)
• Denied Ray C. Davis and Linda B. Davis petition to remove 44.802 acres from the city's ETJ (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 7280 authorizing purchase of Dell storage solution (5-0)
• Reappointed Dr. Ken Lawrence and Mignon Plyler and appointed Janet Karam to the Animal Control Advisory Committee (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will review several site plans, final plats, and zoning requests. The body will also consider an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance regarding building separation, sign regulations, and the use chart.

• Zone change request for 310 East Brockett Street from R-6 to R-4
• Zone change request for 42.205 acres at 2700 Block Blue Flame Road and 5100 Block Fallon Drive from R-6 to R-TH
• Specific Use Permit for an electric power substation at 1512 Interurban Parkway
• Temporary Use Permit for a concrete batch plant at 5751 North Highway 75
• Proposed ordinance amending zoning codes with a maximum fine of $2,000

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the Code of Ordinances. The changes update building separation requirements for townhomes and multifamily districts, revise sign regulations for residential and non-residential areas, and modify the use chart for billboards and travel trailer parks.

• Increased R-TH Townhome interior side setback from 6' to 15'
• Increased MF-30 Multifamily minimum building separation from 10 to 15 feet
• Updated Single-Family and Multi-Family residential sign specifications
• Updated Non-Residential freestanding and wall sign regulations
• Increased maximum height for governmental signs from 8 to 10 feet
• Modified Use Chart regarding billboards and travel trailer parks
• Established a maximum fine of $2,000 for ordinance violations

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on five zoning ordinances and a request to allow alcohol sales near Fairview Elementary. The body will also consider a housing study agreement and the renaming of a portion of Lamberth Road.

• Variance request for alcohol sales at 1121 W. Taylor Street (Fairview Park)
• Rezoning of 533 East Brockett Street from R-6 to R-4
• Specific Use Permit for commercial amusement centers at 3400 Texoma Parkway
• Rezoning of 200 Block West Park Avenue from R-6 to R-TH
• Professional Services Agreement with RCLCO, Inc. for a 2024 Housing Study

The City Council approved five zoning ordinances and a site plan for a new elementary school. The council also authorized a $57,250 housing study and several park and infrastructure improvements. A request for an alcohol sales variance at Fairview Park was tabled.

• Approved rezoning at 533 E. Brockett St, 200 block W. Park Ave, 700 block N. Branch St, and 800 N. Montgomery St (4-1, 4-1 split on 6704)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for amusement center at 3400 Texoma Pkwy (5-0)
• Approved renaming part of Lamberth Road to Friendship Road (5-0)
• Approved $57,250 professional services agreement with RCLCO, Inc. for 2024 Housing Study (5-0)
• Approved purchase of walking trail, benches, and solar lights for Centennial Park (5-0)
• Approved design amendment for Shepherd Drive with Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved site plan for elementary school in Heritage Ranch Planned Development (5-0)
• Tabled alcohol sales variance for 1121 W. Taylor Street (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will discuss the 2024-2025 preliminary budget and receive updates on various park projects. Discussion items include lighting, trail work, and playground developments.

• 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget discussion
• PGAC shading and lighting project update
• Pecan Grove East Trail lighting and restroom design schematics
• Fairview Park playground drainage plan
• Fairview Park restroom/concessions vendor research

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a water main easement abandonment and consider a specific use permit for a smoke shop. The body will also review professional service agreements for school projects and street maintenance.

• Ordinance No. 6703: Abandoning a portion of a 20-foot wide water main easement in the Reuben Hendrix Survey
• Ordinance No. 6648: Specific Use Permit for a smoke shop at 2201 Texoma Parkway
• Resolution No. 7268: Professional Services Agreement with Bureau Veritas for Sherman ISD Elementary School Projects
• Resolution No. 7269: Professional Services Agreement with Wade Trim, Inc. for FY24 Street Maintenance Program
• Requests to advertise for annual water and sewer maintenance supplies and Fairview Park tennis court improvements

The City Council denied a Specific Use Permit (Ordinance 6648) that would have allowed a hookah bar, smoking lounge, smoke shop, or vape shop at 2201 Texoma Parkway; the item had been tabled since September 18, 2023. The council approved Ordinance 6703 abandoning an unused 20-foot water main easement for a planned car wash, and approved two professional services agreements: Bureau Veritas for Sherman ISD elementary school plan review and inspections ($263,394) and Wade Trim, Inc. for the FY24 street maintenance program. The council also approved advertising for annual water and sewer maintenance supplies and parts, and for tennis court improvements at Fairview Park. The City Manager briefed the council on a $518,000 deficit in the Solid Waste Fund; no action was taken, though several council members said they favored transferring General Fund money to raise reserves.

• Denied Ordinance 6648, a Specific Use Permit for a hookah bar/smoking lounge/smoke shop/vape shop at 2201 Texoma Parkway (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6703 abandoning a 20-foot water main easement for a planned car wash (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7268 awarding a bid and agreement with Bureau Veritas for Sherman ISD elementary school plan review and inspections, $263,394 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7269 authorizing an agreement with Wade Trim, Inc. for FY24 street maintenance program engineering and design (5-0)
• Approved request to advertise for annual water and sewer maintenance supplies and parts (consent agenda)
• Approved request to advertise for tennis court improvements at Fairview Park (consent agenda)
• Approved minutes of the February 19, 2024 regular meeting (all aye)
• Reviewed Solid Waste Fund deficit; no action taken

General

The Library Advisory Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a library update. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Approval of August 28, 2023 minutes
• Library Update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider several site plans, final plats, and zoning requests. The meeting includes public hearings for residential zone changes and commercial variances. The body will also discuss an ordinance to amend the Blalock Commercial Overlay District.

• Site plans for Modern Building Lofts (213 N. Travis St), Porterfield Lofts (330 W. Lamar St), and La Piazza Restaurant (124 S. Crockett St)
• Final plats for Country Village Addition (900 S. FM 1417), Bearcat Crossing Addition, and Residences of Sherman (4601 N. Travis St)
• Zone change requests for 533 E. Brockett St, 200 block W. Park Ave, 310 E. Brockett St, 700 block N. Branch St, and 800 N. Montgomery St
• Site plan for an elementary school in the 200 block of Plainview Road
• Proposed ordinance to expand and modify the Blalock Commercial Overlay District with a maximum fine of $2,000

The provided text consists of a correspondence from a resident regarding a variance request for 4401 Texoma Parkway and 4451 Lindley Drive. It does not contain the minutes of the meeting or any record of decisions made by the Commission.

City Council

The City Council will consider eight ordinances involving zoning changes, specific use permits for schools and businesses, and speed limit adjustments on U.S. Highway 75. The body will also review several utility contracts and tax abatement agreements for new residences.

• Public hearings for rezoning 5012-5020 Knollwood Road to Duplex Residential and 1800 Teague Street to Retail Business
• Specific use permits for a mini-warehouse at 2007-2011 Texoma Parkway and schools at 521 South Dewey Avenue and 501 West Taylor Street
• Proposed speed limit changes on portions of U.S. Highway 75 and adjacent frontage roads
• Contract award to Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC for 1st Street to Rosedale sewer replacement
• Payment of $56,450.25 to Rubicon Global, LLC for Solid Waste Department software

The Council approved several zoning ordinances, including specific use permits for schools and a mini-warehouse. They also authorized multiple sewer and water treatment plant contracts and emergency repairs for four city wells.

• Approved zoning changes and specific use permits for 5012-5020 Knollwood Rd, 2007-2011 Texoma Pkwy, 2816 Texoma Pkwy, 521 S. Dewey Ave, 501 W. Taylor St, and 1800 Teague St (6-0)
• Approved closing and abandoning the right-of-way at Sparrow Lane between Crockett and Walnut St (5-0-1)
• Approved lower speed limits on portions of US Highway 75 and adjacent frontage roads (6-0)
• Awarded sewer replacement contract for 1st Street to Rosedale to Lynn Vessels Construction, LLC (6-0)
• Approved $20M+ electrical bid for South Wastewater Treatment Plant to Kiewit Water Facilities South Co. (6-0)
• Approved construction of Decant Pump Station at Water Treatment Plant to Garney Companies, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved emergency repairs for Shepard #1, Old Settlers #1, Dorchester #10, and Dorchester #8 wells
• Appointed Josh Stevenson and Juston Dobbs to TIRZ Board #7 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including the annexation and rezoning of land west of F.M. 1417. The body is also considering updates to building regulations, landscaping requirements, and the industrial tax abatement program.

• Annexation of approximately 220.18 acres west of F.M. 1417 and north of O.B. Groner Road
• Rezoning of 220.18 acres in the 3000 block West OB Groner Road and 4500 block West Park Avenue to Planned Development
• Ordinance No. 6691 modifying building regulations, contractor registration, and fee schedules
• Contract award to W. Brown Enterprises, Inc. for Westside Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Agreement with Alterrain Capital, LLC for land conveyance and trail improvements at 1400 West Taylor Street

The City Council approved annexing about 220.18 acres west of F.M. 1417 (Heritage Parkway) and north of O.B. Groner Road and rezoning it to Planned Development for the Greenway project, overturning a Planning and Zoning Commission denial that required six affirmative votes. The council also approved new building regulations and fees, including a residential rental property registration and inspection program, with single-family properties of four or fewer units excluded and review in one year. Other approvals included a tree and landscaping ordinance, changes to the TIRZ #7 board, closing an alley in the Post Oak Addition, and several resolutions covering land sales, sewer and utility projects, and a change of auditors for the FY 2023 audit.

• Approved annexation of ~220.18 acres west of F.M. 1417 and north of O.B. Groner Road (Ordinance 6689) (6-0, Teamann abstained)
• Approved rezoning the same 220.18 acres from R-A to Planned Development, overturning P&Z denial (Ordinance 6690) (6-0, Teamann abstained)
• Approved building regulations and fee changes, including rental registration/inspection, excluding single-family properties with four or fewer units, review in one year (Ordinance 6691) (6-0)
• Approved landscaping and tree preservation requirements (Ordinance 6692) (6-0)
• Approved changes to TIRZ #7 board and zone terms (Ordinance 6693) (6-0)
• Approved closing and abandoning a platted alley in Post Oak Addition near Austin Street Cemetery (Ordinance 6694) (6-0)
• Approved land sale and development agreement with Alterrain Capital, LLC at 1400 West Taylor Street for a hike and bike trail (Resolutions 7247, 7248) (6-0)
• Approved resolutions for sewer, electric, wastewater, and audit contracts, including terminating FORVIS and hiring Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP for the FY 2023 audit (Resolutions 7249-7256) (6-0 each)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on six ordinances regarding rezoning and specific use permits. The body is also considering professional service agreements for City Hall renovations and water infrastructure projects.

• Public hearings for six zoning ordinances (6683-6688) including a travel trailer park at 3551 East Highway 82 and schools at 2276 South FM 1417
• Agreement with Hidell and Associates Architects, Inc. for Sherman City Hall renovation
• Bid award to Garney Companies, Inc. for the 36-Inch West Sherman Water Main
• Development agreement with Three Oaks Development and Construction Company for infrastructure and land conveyance in the 2400-2500 blocks of South East Street
• Proposed annexation scheduling plan for approximately 220.18 acres west of F.M. 1417

The Council approved multiple zoning ordinances and specific use permits, though it denied a request for an RV resort. Other key actions included authorizing City Hall renovations and approving water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

• Approved rezoning 2505 N. Hickory St to MF-15 (3-0)
• Approved specific use permit for a school at 2276 S. FM 1417 (3-0)
• Approved specific use permit for wrecking service at 415 E. Houston St with screening requirements (3-0)
• Denied specific use permit for RV resort at 3551 E. Hwy 82 (3-0)
• Approved rezoning 413 S. Willow St to R-5 (3-0)
• Approved specific use permit for auto repair at 3314 & 3318 Texoma Pkwy (3-0)
• Approved professional services agreement for City Hall renovation (3-0)
• Approved 36-inch West Sherman Water Main bid award to Garney Companies, Inc. (3-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider various land use requests, including temporary permits for concrete batch plants and several school-related site plans. The body will also discuss potential amendments to residential and commercial landscaping ordinances.

• Temporary Use Permits for concrete batch plants at 2400-2700 Blocks South FM 1417 and 3400-4000 Blocks West Lamberth Road
• Zone change from R-6 to R-4 for 57.3 acres in the 1800 Block Ida Road
• Zone change from M-1 to C-1 for 2.61 acres at 1800 Teague Drive
• Specific Use Permits for schools at 521 South Dewey Avenue and 501 West Taylor Street
• Proposed landscaping ordinance amendments with a maximum fine of $2,000

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• Tabled item regarding 3400 Texoma Parkway

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2023 Ad Valorem Tax Roll Value and Tax Levy. The body will also consider an ordinance to abandon an easement in the Teague Industrial Park and request funding for airport improvements.

• Approval of the 2023 Ad Valorem Tax Roll Value and Tax Levy
• Ordinance No. 6682: Abandoning a 20-foot wide easement in Teague Industrial Park, Unit No. 2
• Resolution No. 7240: Requesting financial assistance from Texas Department of Transportation for Sherman Municipal Airport
• Resolution No. 7241: Professional Services Agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. for Heritage Ranch Public Improvements

The City Council approved the 2023 Ad Valorem Tax Roll Value and Tax Levy. The council also authorized a grant request for airport improvements and a design agreement for the Heritage Ranch development.

• Approved 2023 Ad Valorem Tax Roll Value and Tax Levy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 7240 requesting TxDOT financial assistance for Sherman Municipal Airport improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 7241 for a professional services agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. for Heritage Ranch public improvements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6682 to abandon a 20-foot wide easement in Teague Industrial Park, Unit No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the December 18, 2023 meeting (5-0)