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Grandview public meetings in 2023

42 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 7, 2023

City Council

Council to hear four variance requests, two development plats

The Grandview City Council will hold public hearings on four zoning variance requests (215 4th St, 211 4th St, Vista Point Common Area 6, and Zebra Plaza) and consider approval of two development plats (514 S. 5th St. and 802 E. Criner). The council will also discuss the Facade Grant Program and an amendment to Chamber of Commerce marketing funds. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including minutes, a banking amendment, and November expenses.

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Mon Nov 27, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

P&Z to consider two development plats in Grandview

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider two development plat applications: one for Block 46, Lots 8R1, 8R2, and 8R3 in the Ramsey Addition (514 S. 5th St.) and another for Block 6, Lot 32R1 in the Davis Addition (Tarwater Veterinary Clinic). The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a public comment period.

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Mon Nov 20, 2023

City Council

Council to canvass Nov. 7 special election on street sales tax

The Grandview City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance that would canvass the results of the November 7, 2023, special election, in which citizens voted on whether to reauthorize a sales and use tax for street maintenance and repair. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, public comments, and an executive session. No other substantive action is on the agenda.

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Thu Nov 2, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on bank accounts, investment policy, credit cards, and replat

The Grandview City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 2, 2023, with several routine consent agenda items including resolutions on bank accounts, investment policy, and credit card limits. They will also consider a replat application for Lots 3R-1 and 3R-2 in the Ramsey Addition, discuss an EDC Type A performance agreement with AFG, and review applicants for the Park and Events Board. The meeting includes public comments, reports, and an executive session.

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Thu Nov 2, 2023

Type B EDC

EDC Type B to vote on splash pad, facade grant, marketing funds

The Grandview Type B Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting to consider several action items, including appointing officers, approving banking signatories, a budget amendment, a splash pad maintenance expenditure, a facade grant for the library, and marketing funds for the Chamber of Commerce. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

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Mon Oct 30, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider replat of Ramsey Addition lots in Grandview

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider a replat application for Lots 3R-1 and 3R-2, Block 56 of the Ramsey Addition. The agenda also includes approval of the September 28, 2023 meeting minutes, public comments, and routine administrative items. No other development items or ordinances are scheduled for discussion.

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Thu Oct 26, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Grandview P&Z to consider replat of Ramsey Addition lots

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a replat application for Lots 3R-1 and 3R-2, Block 56 of the Ramsey Addition. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a public comment period. No other substantive items are listed.

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Thu Oct 19, 2023

Type B EDC

EDC to appoint officers, approve budget, splash pad, library grant, marketing funds

The Grandview Type B Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting to consider several action items, including appointing EDC Type A officers, approving a banking resolution, a budget amendment, a splash pad maintenance expenditure, a facade grant for the library, and marketing funds for the Chamber of Commerce. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person, with a total of 30 minutes.

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Thu Oct 19, 2023

Type A EDC

Grandview EDC to appoint new leadership and review banking resolution

The Type A Economic Development Corporation will meet to nominate a new President and Vice President. The board will also consider a resolution regarding bank signatories and a performance agreement with AFG.

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Thu Oct 12, 2023

City Council

Grandview City Council to vote on ARPA fund framework and EDC budgets

The Grandview City Council will hold a special meeting to consider several financial and development items, including an ordinance amending the EDC Type B budget, resolutions establishing an ARPA spending framework and allocating $15,000 to the Chamber of Commerce, and a resolution nominating candidates for the Johnson County Appraisal District board. The council will also vote on two replats and a development plat, discuss city park expenditures and a vendor permit policy, and consider a facade grant for the library and splash pad maintenance. Additionally, the council will enter executive session to discuss contracts for the City Secretary and Chief of Police.

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Thu Sep 28, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Grandview P&Z to consider three replat applications and a development plat

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider routine items, including approval of minutes and three development-related applications. The commission will vote on replats for lots on Pecan Street and two properties on Hwy. 81 (Third Street), as well as a development plat for a lot on Hwy. 81. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person, and the meeting may go into executive session.

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Thu Sep 21, 2023

City Council

Grandview City Council to vote on FY2024 budget with 16.78% property tax hike

The Grandview City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings and consider approving the FY2024 budget, which raises property tax revenue by $132,399 (16.78%), and to set the tax rate at $0.65 per $100 valuation. They will also consider resolutions ratifying the tax increase and adopting the Type A and Type B EDC budgets. The meeting includes public comments, an executive session, and announcements.

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Thu Sep 7, 2023

City Council

Council to consider duplex plat, parks board, ARPA funds

The Grandview City Council will hold a regular meeting with reports and possible actions on streetlights in Grandview Acres, forming a Parks and Recreation Board, and ARPA fund use. They will also consider a development plat for a duplex at 307 Zion St., a public hearing on TXCDBG funds, and several routine resolutions on the consent agenda.

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✓ Decided: Grandview City Council establishes new Parks and Events Board

City Council approved the formation of a Parks and Events Board via Ordinance No. 2023-0907A. The council also approved a duplex development plat at 307 Zion St. and finalized the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program funds for sewer infrastructure.

Thu Aug 31, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Grandview P&Z to review duplex plat at 307 Zion St.

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss platting and zoning procedures, and consider approval of a development plat for a proposed duplex at 307 Zion St. The agenda also includes routine consent items and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves duplex development plat at 307 Zion St.

The Commission approved a development plat for a 2-bedroom duplex at 307 Zion St. in accordance with TF zoning. The board also approved the minutes from the July 27, 2023, meeting. City Manager Katherine Reading led discussions on platting procedures, zoning districts, and notice requirements.

Thu Aug 3, 2023

City Council

Council to set tax rate, call street tax election, approve zoning change

The Grandview City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on a zoning change, drought contingency plan, and a special election for street maintenance sales tax. They will also consider the proposed tax rate for FY 2023-2024 and numerous consent agenda items including budgets, interlocal agreements, and EDC contracts.

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✓ Decided: Grandview City Council calls for special election on sales tax reauthorization

The City Council approved a special election for November 7, 2023, to reauthorize local sales and use tax for street maintenance. The council also approved a drought contingency plan and several economic development budget amendments. A sales tax reimbursement agreement for Entwined Grounds was approved with specific revenue floors and employment requirements.

Mon Jul 31, 2023

Type B EDC

Grandview EDC to review budget, approve reimbursements and agreements

The Type B Economic Development Corporation will hold a budget workshop and consider several action items, including reimbursements to the city, a splash pad allocation, budget amendments, and agreements with local organizations. The board will also vote on adopting the FY 2023-2024 budget.

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✓ Decided: Type B EDC approves 2023-2024 budget and sales tax agreement

The Board adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and approved a sales tax reimbursement agreement for Entwined Grounds. They also authorized administrative reimbursements to the City of Grandview and funding for splash pad maintenance.

Mon Jul 31, 2023

Type A EDC

Grandview EDC to consider new budget and infrastructure funding

The Type A Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget and various administrative reimbursements. The board will also consider infrastructure support for a local business.

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✓ Decided: Type A EDC approves $50,000 for DMAC/Aviation Advantage Avionics infrastructure

The Board adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and approved several administrative reimbursements to the City of Grandview. It also authorized infrastructure funding for a relocating business to diversify the tax base.

Thu Jul 27, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Grandview P&Z to weigh zoning change at 702 E. Criner

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change for 702 E. Criner from SF-1 to C-1, plus approve a final plat and a replat. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from five prior special meetings. The meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2023, at 5:30 PM.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves zoning change for 702 E. Criner St.

The Commission approved a zoning change for 702 E. Criner St. from SF-1 to C-1. Additionally, the board approved a final plat for Grandview Development Addition and a replat for 210 N. Inez Hardy.

Thu Jul 20, 2023

City Council

Council to appoint city manager and set salary

The Grandview City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action on appointing a City Manager and setting the salary by ordinance. They will also receive reports and provide direction on November elections, forming a Parks Board, and board appointments. The consent agenda includes agreements for housing prisoners and regional law enforcement mutual aid.

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✓ Decided: Grandview City Council appoints Katherine Reading as City Manager

The City Council appointed Katherine Reading as City Manager with a three-year contract and an annual salary of $155,000. The council also approved a law enforcement mutual aid agreement and a cooperation agreement for housing class C misdemeanor prisoners.

Thu Jul 6, 2023

City Council

Council to consider Atmos gas franchise, plat approval, and committee creation

The Grandview City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 6, 2023, with several action items including a preliminary plat for a development, a gas franchise ordinance for Atmos Energy, and creation of city council committees. The consent agenda includes routine items such as bylaws, an interlocal agreement for a school resource officer, and a mowing contract. Reports will be received on city hall security and streetlights, with no votes on those items.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves consent agenda and discusses City Hall security

The City Council approved a consent agenda including EDC bylaws and a school resource officer agreement. Council directed staff to research electronic gate access for City Hall and discussed the city's unauthorized payment of electricity for streetlights in Grandview Acres.

Mon Jun 26, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Grandview P&Z to consider preliminary plat for 901 E. Criner

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including adopting a monthly meeting schedule for 2023-2024, recommending a formal development submittals policy to the council, and receiving a legislative update. The commission will also consider conditional approval of a preliminary plat for a lot at 901 E. Criner and approval of a replat at 210 Inez Hardy Way. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person on non-agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves plat and replat requests

The Commission approved a replat for 210 Inez Hardy Way and conditionally approved a preliminary plat for 901 E. Criner. The board also adopted the meeting schedule for 2023 and 2024.

Thu Jun 1, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss street repair bids, board bylaws, Antique Alley policy

The Grandview City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 1, 2023, with several discussion and action items. Key items include giving staff direction on bylaws for Type A and Type B boards, considering changes to the Antique Alley Permit Policy, and reviewing bids for street repairs on Louisiana St. and College St. The council will also ratify the city's banking institutions and approve consent agenda items including meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: City Council awards street repair contracts and approves banking transition

The City Council awarded street repair bids for Louisiana St. and College St. and approved a resolution to finalize banking services with Pinnacle Bank. Council also approved changes to the Antique Alley Permit Policy and provided staff direction on board bylaws.

Thu May 25, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council holds budget workshop and reviews legislative updates

The City Council met for a budget workshop where the Interim City Manager presented the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget. The Development Director also presented a TML Legislative Update regarding potential legislation affecting Texas Municipalities. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Thu May 11, 2023

City Council

Grandview City Council to appoint Place 2 member, swear in new officials

The Grandview City Council is holding a special meeting to appoint a new council member for Place 2, administer oaths to newly elected officials, and consider a housing authority policy. They will also discuss the budget workshop schedule and water infrastructure updates. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and emergency management.

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✓ Decided: Grandview City Council appoints Robert Weeks to Council Place 2

The City Council appointed Robert Weeks to fill the Council Place 2 vacancy and administered oaths of office to the Mayor and Council Member Place 4. The council also established a policy for appointing commissioners to the Grandview Housing Authority. Discussions were held regarding the budget workshop schedule and water infrastructure updates.

Thu May 4, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Council appoints interim city manager, approves nursing home grant

The council appointed Katherine Reading as Interim City Manager and approved a $3,285.35 facade improvement grant for Grandview Nursing Home. An ordinance update on Antique Alley was tabled until June. All votes were unanimous.

Thu Apr 27, 2023

City Council

Grandview City Council to consider requesting City Manager's resignation

The Grandview City Council is holding a special called meeting with the primary action item being a discussion and potential vote on requesting the resignation of the City Manager, per the City Manager's employment agreement. The meeting also includes public comments, executive sessions on personnel and legal matters, and routine announcements.

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✓ Decided: City Council requests resignation of the City Manager

The City Council voted to request the resignation of the City Manager. The decision includes paying severance as outlined in the Employment Agreement, pending a mutually acceptable separation agreement and general release.

Thu Apr 27, 2023

City Council

Council to consider requesting City Manager's resignation in executive session

The Grandview City Council is holding a special called meeting with a primary focus on personnel matters involving the City Manager. The council will convene in executive session to discuss the City Manager's appointment, employment, evaluation, or dismissal, and to seek legal advice on pending litigation. Following the executive session, the council may take action on requesting the resignation of the City Manager. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comments and announcements.

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✓ Decided: City Council requests resignation of City Manager

The City Council voted to request the resignation of the City Manager and provide severance as outlined in the Employment Agreement. The action is subject to the execution of a mutually acceptable separation agreement and general release.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

Type B EDC

Grandview Type B EDC to consider culvert purchase, facade grants, and resignation

The Grandview Type B Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and possibly approve several items, including the purchase of a culvert for a City Park walkway, facade improvement grants for the Grandview Nursing Home and Masonic Lodge, and the resignation of board members. The board will also hear an update on the Retail Coach and consider minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. An executive session is scheduled to discuss incentives for Project Vine.

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✓ Decided: Type B EDC approves park culvert and nursing home facade grant

The Board approved funding for a City Park walkway culvert and a facade improvement grant for the Grandview Nursing Home. The Board also accepted the resignation of member Julie Swift. Discussions regarding a facade grant for the Masonic Lodge and Project Vine were postponed.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

Type A EDC

Grandview Type A EDC discusses DMAC/Advantage Avionics project

The Type A Economic Development Corporation will discuss the DMAC/Advantage Avionics project. The board is scheduled to consider approving meeting minutes from January 24, 2023, and may take action on amendments to economic development agreement documents for the DMAC/Advantage Avionics project.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves agreement amendments for DMAC/Advantage Avionics

The Type A Economic Development Corporation Board approved amendments and supplements to economic development agreement documents for DMAC/Advantage Avionics to secure financing. The board also approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting.

Thu Apr 20, 2023

City Council

Council to fill Place 2 vacancy and consider consulting contract

The Grandview City Council is holding a special meeting to appoint someone to fill the vacant Place 2 seat until the May 6 election, administer the oath to the new member, and consider a personal services agreement with Katherine Reading for consulting services. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the City Manager. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person and the total period is capped at 30 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Grandview City Council appoints Robert Weeks to Place 2 vacancy

The City Council appointed Robert Weeks to fill the Place 2 vacancy until the May 6, 2023 election. The council also approved a personal services agreement with Katherine Reading for executive advisory and consulting services.

Thu Apr 6, 2023

City Council

Council to review audit, resignations, and Antique Alley street closure

The Grandview City Council is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including the annual financial audit, a council resignation, and a temporary street closure for Antique Alley. They will also consider various resolutions and ordinances, such as official bank signatures and personnel policy changes. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

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✓ Decided: Grandview City Council approves street repairs and financial audit

City Council approved the 2021/2022 Annual Financial Audit Report and authorized street repairs via L & S Paving. The council also accepted the resignation of Councilmember Kay Anderson and approved a $5,000 donation to Meals on Wheels North Central Texas.

Thu Mar 30, 2023

City Council

Council workshop on open meetings, public info, EDC governance

The Grandview City Council is holding a workshop, not a voting meeting. The sole agenda item is a presentation by the City Attorney on general municipal governance, covering the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Texas Public Information Act, and economic development corporation governance. No formal action will be taken.

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Wed Mar 29, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider plat, setback, lot size changes at three properties

The Grandview Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly act on proposed modifications to plats, setbacks, and lot sizes at 409 Walnut, 508 South 5th Street, and 512 South 5th Street. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, public comments, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves plat and setback modifications for three properties

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved proposed modifications to plats, setbacks, and lot sizes for three specific addresses. The action moves the proposal to the City Council for final approval.

Thu Mar 2, 2023

City Council

Council to consider zoning change for 600 W. Gillum St. to light manufacturing

The Grandview City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 2, 2023, covering routine items like minutes approval and staff updates, as well as several resolutions and contracts. Key actions include canceling the May 6 general election, adopting an investment policy, approving a banking agreement, and considering a zoning change for a property at 600 W. Gillum St. from single-family residential to light manufacturing/industrial. The council will also discuss right-of-way management and consider using budget funds for city hall grounds improvements.

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✓ Decided: Grandview City Council cancels May 6 general election

The City Council canceled the May 6, 2023, general election and approved a new investment policy. The council also authorized a banking agreement with Pinnacle Bank and approved several documents and a sale agreement for Project X.

Tue Feb 21, 2023

Type A EDC

Type A EDC to consider selling 6.14 acres and approving incentives for Project X

The Grandview Type A Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and consider action on performance agreements and related documents for Project X, including a resolution to sell approximately 6.14 acres of land at fair market value for development. The board may also enter executive session to deliberate on economic development incentives.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves $500,000 for Project X and sale of 6.14 acres

The Type A EDC Board approved a performance agreement and contractual documents for Project X, including $500,000 for moving costs. The Board also approved a resolution to sell approximately 6.14 acres of land to Project X, identified as Advantage Aviation Technology, LLC, at fair market value.

Thu Feb 9, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council orders election for Mayor and two Council seats

The City Council approved an election for Mayor and Council Places 2 and 4. The council also authorized several facade improvement grants and funding for youth association field maintenance. Additionally, the council approved the use of budget funds for police building improvements.

Thu Feb 2, 2023

City Council

Council to consider election order, fire truck funding, and police building funds

The Grandview City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 2, 2023, with several action items including approving use of unforeseen funds for police building improvements, a truck stop ordinance, an election resolution, and financial support for a fire truck. They will also discuss right-of-way management, a real property sale, and facade improvement grants. The meeting includes public comments and an executive session.

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Tue Jan 24, 2023

Type B EDC

✓ Decided: Type B EDC approves grants for library, local business, and youth association

The Type B EDC Board approved funding for field maintenance and several facade improvement grants. The board also elected its officers and accepted a retail recruitment proposal from The Retail Coach.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

Type B EDC

✓ Decided: Type B EDC approves grants for library, local homes, and youth association

The Board approved several facade improvement grants and a maintenance request for the Grandview Youth Association. The Board also accepted a retail recruitment proposal and elected its officers.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

Type A EDC

Board to vote on Grandview Youth Association proposal and multiple facade grants

The Grandview Type B Economic Development Corporation Board will elect officers, approve past meeting minutes, and consider several action items including a proposal from the Grandview Youth Association, a discussion with Entwined Grounds Company, facade improvement grants for three properties owned by Marxman Quality Homes, and a contract with The Retail Coach.

✓ Decided: Type A EDC approves 6.14-acre land purchase and Project X agreements

The Board approved the purchase of approximately 6.14 acres of land at fair market value for development. The Board also approved performance agreements and contractual documents for Project X following an executive session.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

Type A EDC

Grandview EDC to vote on buying 6.14 acres for development

The Grandview Type A Economic Development Corporation will consider purchasing 6.14 acres in Johnson County at fair market value for development. The board will also vote on approving minutes from three prior meetings and may discuss performance agreements and incentives for a business project.

✓ Decided: Type A EDC approves 6.14-acre land purchase and Project X agreements

The Board approved the purchase of approximately 6.14 acres of land in Grandview for development at fair market value. Additionally, the Board approved performance agreements and contractual documents for Project X.

Thu Jan 12, 2023

City Council

Grandview City Council to consider truck stop ordinance, plats, fees

The Grandview City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and take possible action on several items, including a truck stop ordinance, final and preliminary plats for two subdivisions, and an amendment to the water and sewer fee schedule. The council will also consider awarding contracts and bids, approving a change order over $50,000, and other administrative matters. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person, with a total of 30 minutes.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves water fee changes and several development plats

The City Council updated the water and sewer fee schedule and approved final plats for Vista Point Phase 2 and Zebra Plaza Phase II. The council also awarded contracts for project signage and TDLR compliance, and postponed action on a truck stop ordinance.