DeSoto, TX

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1/1 Civil Service Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr. Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough DATE: Monday, August 31, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER B. APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 C. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Director Update 2. Police Chief Update 3. Consider the appeal filed by Clayton Parrish regarding test question # 5 on the Fire Engineer/Driver promotion exam 4. Fire Chief Update o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – Engineer Driver, according to §143.034 of the Texas Local Government Code and City of DeSoto Civil Service Local Rules. o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – Fire Captain o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – Battalion Chief o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – EMS D. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION E. REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online …

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Mon Aug 31, 2026

Cultural Arts Foundation

Board reviews budget, member terms, and logistics for the DAL Showcase/Festival.

The DeSoto Cultural Arts Foundation will hold a regular session on August 31, 2026, to review minutes from August 3, 2026. The agenda includes a review of the DTCAF account report, discussions on board member terms expiring in September, and logistics for the Love Lock project. The board will also discuss marketing, run of show, and artist contracts for the DAL Showcase/Festival.

Review of DTCAF Account Report
Discussion of board member terms expiring in September
Logistics for the Love Lock project
Marketing updates and run of show for the DAL Showcase/Festival
Review of participating artists, contacts, contracts, and donations

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DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation Meeting Agenda S§eSoto" Council Conference Room 211 E. Pleasant Run Road _—_ So vejueh to love = DeSoto, Texas 75115 President Dr. James McBride Vice President Kathy Jones Secretary Brandi Johnson Board Member Latonya Sneed Room Board Member Pamela Spooner Board Member Jamila Sherman Board Member Paulette Hunter Board Member Daniele Hunter Ex-Officio Board Member James White Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks DATE: Monday, August 31, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:30pm Council Conference As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. Review of Board Minutes August 3, 2026 1. Follow-up Questions Budget 1. DTCAF Account Report Member Terms e Expiring Terms in September e Voting and Non-Voting Status e Website Meeting Times and Updates Future Projects 1. Love Lock Logistics DAL Showcase/Festival 1. Marketing Updates 2. Run of Show 3. Participating Artists 4. Contacts/Contracts/ Donations City Council Updates City Staff Liaison Updates WORK SESSION ADJOURNMENT 1/2 NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are available at the primary east entrance. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and …

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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Park Board

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Park Board Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James Culp Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White Board Member Danielle Odis Board Member KD Brown Board Member Paul Dryer DATE: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING: 5:30 pm EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. SPECIAL MEETING - CALL TO ORDER James Culp- Chair CONSENT AGENDA Approval of August 19, 2026, Meeting Minutes SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA New Business Public comment- (5 minutes) Director Updates Financial Report DDC update Council Liaison Report Park Board Member Updates and suggested agenda items Department Updates SPECIAL MEETING ADJOURNMENT The building where the meeting above will be held is wheelchair-accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230-9646 or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) to Relay Texas 1-800-735-2989. I hereby certify that the above agenda was posted online at www.desototexas.gov and the Bulletin Board in …

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Wed Sep 2, 2026

DeSoto Development Corporation

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Ae Special Called “com! = eS oto DeSoto Development Corporation Meeting Agenda _ So Vtuch to love _ City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 President Michael Baldwin DATE: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Vice President Felicia Pierson Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 pm Council Chambers Director Dr. Micaela Herndon Director Mark Jones Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price Director James Pruitt As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. "Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of members, including the presiding officer, will be physically present at the location noted on this Agenda." A. CALL TO ORDER B. INVOCATION C. NEW BUSINESS 1. Discuss and Consider Approval of the FY 26/27 Annual Budget. D. ADJOURNMENT |, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall, 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 8.27.2026 at 5:30 pm and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. …

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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Cultural Arts Foundation

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DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation Meeting Agenda =] S%eSoto Council Conference Room 211 E. Pleasant Run Road — So Vguch to love —_ DeSoto, Texas 75115 President Dr. James McBride DATE: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Vice President Kathy Jones Secretary Brandi Johnson REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Conference Board Member Latonya Sneed Room Board Member Pamela Spooner Board Member Jamila Sherman Board Member Paulette Hunter Board Member Daniele Hunter Ex-Officio Board Member James White Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. Review of Board Minutes August 3, 2026 1. Follow-up Questions B. Budget 1. DTCAF Account Report C. Member Terms e Expiring Terms in September e Voting and Non-Voting Status e Website Meeting Times and Updates Dz. Future Projects 1. Love Lock Logistics E. DAL Showcase/Festival 1. Marketing Updates 2. Run of Show 3. Participating Artists 4. Contacts/Contracts/ Donations F. City Council Updates Gc. City Staff Liaison Updates WORK SESSION ADJOURNMENT NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are available at the primary east entrance. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend …

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Recent meetings

Tue Aug 25, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to weigh 14-lot Parks Residential subdivision plat

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval of the Parks Residential Subdivision preliminary plat, creating 10 residential and 4 non-residential lots on 5.695 acres at 541 S. Parks Dr. They will also continue a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Planned Development 101 at 800 W. Belt Line Road, which would add General Retail and Multiple Family subdistricts. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a presentation on American Planning Association membership benefits.

Preliminary plat for Parks Residential Subdivision (Case #PP-356-26): 10 residential and 4 non-residential lots on 5.695 acres at 541 S. Parks Dr.
Continued public hearing on PD-101 amendment (Z-1547-26): 17.1499 acres at 800 W. Belt Line Rd., proposing General Retail and Multiple Family-18 subdistricts.
Approval of minutes from August 11, 2026 meeting.
Discussion and presentation on American Planning Association (APA) membership benefits and login process.

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments until the Public Hearing on that item. D. CONSENT AGENDA Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately. Approval of the Consent Agenda authoriz …

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Thu Aug 20, 2026

DeSoto Development Corporation

DDC board to discuss budget, committees, and economic development deals

The DeSoto Development Corporation board will review May and June 2026 finances, hear a presentation on a proposed operational/administrative budget item, discuss working board committees, and receive updates on TIP Strategies and the project development dashboard. The board will also enter executive session to deliberate economic development incentives for two business prospects, Project Thorntree and Project Empire, and may take action afterward.

Approve minutes of June 11, 2026, Regular Board Meeting and July 10, 2026, Joint Council and DDC Board Retreat
Approve financial statements for May and June 2026
Receive May and June 2026 Finance Status Reports
Presentation on proposed budget item for operational/administrative expenses
Executive session on economic development incentives for Project Thorntree and Project Empire

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DeSoto Development Corporation Meeting ~~, SeSotor: City Hall Council Chambers — So uch to love — 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 President Michael Baldwin Vice President Felicia Pierson REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 pm Council Chambers Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace Director Dr. Micaela Herndon Director Mark Jones Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price Director James Pruitt DATE: Thursday, August 20, 2026 As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. "Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of members, including the presiding officer, will be physically present at the location noted on this Agenda." A. B. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION CONSENT AGENDA The DDC Executive Director lists items on the Consent Agenda and recommends them to the DOC Board of Directors for a single vote of approval. At the request of a board director, any item on the Consent Agenda may be removed for a separate vote. 1. Consider action to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2026, Regular Board Meeting and the July 10, 2026, Joint Council and DDC Board Retreat. 2. Consider action to approve the financial statements for May and June 2026. NEW BUSINESS 1. Re …

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Wed Aug 19, 2026

Park Board

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Park Board Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James Culp Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White Board Member Danielle Odis Board Member KD Brown Board Member James Jewell Board Member Paul Dryer DATE: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING SESSION 5:30pm EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. A. SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER James Culp- Chair B. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of July 22, 2026, Meeting Minutes C. SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA 1. Sports Associations/Public comment- (5 minutes) 2. ARC update 3. Financial Report 4. DDC update 5. Council Liaison Report 6. Park Board Member Updates on Parks 7. Update on Sport Association Concerns 8. Department Updates 9. New Business D. SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230-9646 or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Dev …

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Thu Aug 13, 2026

DeSoto Development Corporation

DeSoto Development Corp to review finances, budget, and committees

The DeSoto Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and financial statements, review finance status reports, and discuss a proposed budget item for operational expenses. They will also discuss working board committees, receive updates on TIP Strategies and the Parks Project, and review the project development dashboard. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

Approve minutes of June 11, 2026 regular meeting and July 10, 2026 joint retreat
Approve financial statements for May and June 2026
Receive May and June 2026 Finance Status Reports
Presentation on proposed budget item for operational/administrative expenses
Discussion and presentation from Parks Project Board Paul Dyer

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es Oto DeSoto Development Corporation Meeting Agenda So "41uch to /fJiJe City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 DATE: Thursday, August 13, 2026 President Michael Baldwin Vice President Felicia Pierson Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace Director Dr. Micaela Herndon Director Mark Jones REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 pm Council Chambers Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price Director James Pruitt As authorized by Section 551.071 (2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. "Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of members, including the presiding officer, will be physically present at the location noted on this Agenda." A. B. C. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION CONSENT AGENDA The DOC Executive Director lists items on the Consent Agenda and recommends them to the DOC Board of Directors for a single vote of approval. At the request of a board director, any item on the Consent Agenda may be removed for a separate vote. 1. Consider action to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2026, Regular Board Meeting and the July 10, 2026, Joint Council and DOC Board Retreat. 2. Consider action to approve the financial statements for May and June 2026 …

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Wed Aug 12, 2026

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to approve police and fire promotion exam results

The DeSoto Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 17, 2026, receive updates from the police and fire chiefs, and vote on the results of the July 29, 2026, Corporal promotion exam and the August 1, 2026, Firefighter/Paramedic entrance exam, finalizing the eligibility list. The meeting may go into closed session for legal advice.

Approve results of July 29, 2026, Promotion Exam - Corporal
Approve results of August 1, 2026, Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam
Finalize Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List
Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam demographics review
Approve minutes from June 17, 2026, meeting

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1/1 Civil Service Meeting Agenda DeSoto Fire Administration & Station 2 206 S. Parks DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr. Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough DATE: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Fire Station 2 As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER B. APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED Wednesday, JUNE 17, 2026 C. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Director Update 2. Police Chief Update o Approve the results of July 29, 2026, Promotion Exam - Corporal 3. Fire Chief Update o Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam held on Saturday, August 1, 2026 (demographics) o Approve the results of Saturday, August 1, 2026, Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam and finalize Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List D. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION E. REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 08.06.2026 at 12:00 pm and r …

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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to weigh mixed-use zoning for 17 acres at 800 W. Belt Line Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of two zoning changes to the City Council. The first would amend Planned Development 101 at 800 W. Belt Line Road to allow General Retail and Multi-Family subdistricts. The second would create a new Planned Development 202 on N. Westmoreland Road for a multi-family subdivision. The consent agenda includes approval of the July 28, 2026 meeting minutes.

Public hearing on amending PD-101 at 800 W. Belt Line Road to add General Retail and Multi-Family subdistricts (Z-1547-26)
Public hearing on creating PD-202 for a multi-family subdivision on 24.274 acres at 214, 300, and 300 N. Westmoreland Road (Z-1548-26)
Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2026 regular meeting

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments until the Public Hearing on that item. D. CONSENT AGENDA Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately. Approval of the Consent Agenda authoriz …

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Mon Aug 10, 2026

Veterans Affairs Committee

Veterans Affairs Committee to review event planning and annual goals

The Veterans Affairs Committee will meet to review minutes from June and discuss upcoming events. The body will evaluate a year-long plan and coordinate several veterans-focused initiatives.

Wreaths Across America (Dec.)
Banners for Purple Heart
Veterans Day Breakfast
Proposed Veterans Day Run
Volunteer Fair review

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Veterans Affairs Committee Meeting Agenda City Hall Conference Room 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Arthur Hobbs Board Member Darron Daniel Board Member Latoya Boyd Board Member Terrence Stevens Board Member James Henderson Board Member Kelvin Moffitt Board Member Charles Holmes Council Liaison Crystal Chism Staff Liaison Esther Williams DATE: Monday, August 10, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Conference Room As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER REGULAR AGENDA Review of June minutes New Business Old Business Boards & Commissions Banquet VAC Presentation Wreaths Across America (Dec.) Banners for Purple Heart Year-long plan review/update Volunteer Fair – Review Veterans Day Breakfast Veterans Day Run proposed Action Items Review REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 7.27.2026 at 5:00 pm, and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. -381003810 466725268906 Esther Williams Staff Liaison

Thu Aug 6, 2026

Library Board

DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026, was cancelled. No items were decided or proposed.

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1 /2 DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board Meeting DeSoto Public Library 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Raquel Smith Vice Chairperson Jessica Lennon Board Member Alicia Castile Board Member Uchenna Nwaizu Board Member Mary Woodard Board Member Tiffany Daniels Spivey DATE: A u g u st 6, 2026 - C A N C E L L E D MEETING: 7 :00 PM Library Multi p urpose Room A . CALL TO O R D E R B . CONSENT Approval of minutes from July 2, 2026 regular meeting. C . REGULAR A G E N D A 1 . Library Director ’s Report 2 . Staff Liaison Report 3 . Comments by City Council Liaison – Councilmember Pierette Parker (Place 2) D . DISCUSSION ( Items to be discussed by the Board that will not require action ) No items to be discussed. E . PUBLIC FORUM (Members of the public may address the Board on non-agenda items at this time. The Board will not engage in discussion, deliberation, or take action on any matters raised. Please limit remarks to three minutes .) F . CONSIDER (The following i tems require consideration and a vote by the Board . A s an Advisory Board , any actions taken will be in the form of recommendations to City Council or expressions of support related to library operations .) No items to be considered. 2 /2 G . ADJOURNMENT NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are available at the primary west entrance facing Hampton Road. Pers …

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Thu Aug 6, 2026

Keep DeSoto Beautiful

Keep DeSoto Beautiful meeting canceled; no agenda items

This regular meeting of the Keep DeSoto Beautiful board has been canceled. The agenda contains no consent or special session items, so there is nothing to decide or discuss.

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Keep DeSoto Beautiful Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Board Member Amen Kamau Board Member Mary Davis Board Member Rhetta Washington Board Member Richard Rogers Board Member Shelonda Weaver Board Member Jonett Hutchinson DATE: Thursday, August 6, 2026 REGULAR MEETING 6:30 pm CANCELED EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER Amen Kamau- Chair B CONSENT AGENDA N/A. C SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA NO AGENDA ITEMS. SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230-9646 or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) to Relay Texas 1-800-735-2989. I hereby certify that the above agenda was posted Online www.desototexas.gov and the Bulletin Board in the City Hall at DeSoto Town Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., DeSoto, Texas 75115 on July 27, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. -28576346710 Nathan Busby – …

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Mon Aug 3, 2026

Cultural Arts Foundation

DeSoto Cultural Arts Foundation reviews budget and retreat outcomes

The DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation board meets to review past minutes, discuss the 2026 budget, and debrief on their annual retreat. Future projects and a DAL Showcase are also on the agenda.

Review of July 6, 2026 board minutes
DTCAF Account Report (budget review)
DAL Showcase marketing, run of show, and artist contracts

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DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation ‘—« eS oto Meeting Agenda a ———F City Hall Council Conference Room 211 E. Pleasant Run Road a So much to love — DeSoto, Texas 75115 President Dr. James McBride DATE: Monday, August 3, 2026 Vice President Kathy Jones Secretary Brandi Johnson REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Conference Board Member Latonya Sneed Room Board Member Pamela Spooner Board Member Jamila Sherman Board Member Paulette Hunter Board Member Daniele Hunter Ex-Officio Board Member James White Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. Review of Board Minutes July 6, 2026 1. Minutes capturing in meeting vs email. B. Budget 1. DTCAF Account Report C. Retreat Debrief e What was the most valuable takeaway from this year's DTCAF Board Retreat? e What is one idea or action from the retreat that you believe will have the greatest impact on advancing arts and culture in DeSoto? e What is one suggestion you have to make next year's retreat even more productive and engaging? D. Future Projects 1. Brief Discussions e City Council Presentation e DTCAF Scholarship e Volunteer Fair E. DAL Showcase 1. Marketing 2. Run of Show 3. DAL Artists 4. Contacts/Contracts/ Donations 1/2 F. G. H. City Council Updates City Staff Liaison Update …

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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

DeSoto considers zoning changes for PD-109 and 1213 Hanna Circle

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Map. These include updating permitted uses for a planned development and granting a specific use permit for a residential property.

Amendment to Planned Development No. 109 to allow 12 new permitted uses, including adult day care, assisted living, and banks
Specific Use Permit No. 319 for 1213 Hanna Circle to allow a garage/accessory dwelling
Proposed fines up to $2,000.00 per offense for zoning violations

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City of DeSoto Ordinance No. ____________ Page 1 of 3 4927-7437-9962, v. 1 ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESOTO, TEXAS, AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND MAP OF THE CITY OF DESOTO, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, ARE FURTHER AMENDED BY AMENDING THE USE AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. 109 AS SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO. 2159-19; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of DeSoto, Texas, and the governing body of the City of DeSoto in compliance with the laws of the State of Texas and the Ordinances of the City of DeSoto, have given requisite notice of publication and otherwise, and after holding due hearings and affording a full and fair hearing to all property owners generally and to all persons interested and situated in the affected area and in the vicinity thereof, and in the exercise of its legislative discretion, the City Council has concluded that the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Map should be amended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DESOTO, TEXAS: SECTION 1. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of DeSoto, Texas, duly passed by the governing body of the City of DeSoto on the 19th day of August 199 …

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Mon Jul 27, 2026

Citizens Police Advisory Committee

Citizens Police Advisory Committee to review holding facility policy

The committee will review the city's holding facility policy and examine police statistics from January through May 2026. The body will also vote to approve minutes from the June 22, 2026, meeting.

Review of Policy 504.001 – Holding Facility Policy
Review of Quarterly Stats January – May 2026
Approval of June 22, 2026, meeting minutes

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1/1 City of DeSoto / City Hall City Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., Suite A DeSoto, Texas 75115 Citizens Police Advisory Committee Chairperson Hope Stevens Vice Chairperson Mary Morris Secretary Myra Rand Board Member Elma Goodwin Board Member Akilah Wallace Board Member Lester Geason, Jr. Board Member Ginny Hall Board Member Mary Davis Student Representatives Vacant Vacant DATE: Monday, July 27, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:30pm As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVE MINUTES a. June 22, 2026, Regular Meeting 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Review Policy 504.001 – Holding Facility Policy b. Review Quarterly Stats January – May 2026 c. Set next meeting agenda 4. ADJOURNMENT I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time : Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. , and remained posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. Julie Potter Julie Potter Julie Potter Julie Potter Julie Potter Executive Administrative Assistant DeSoto Police Department

Wed Jul 22, 2026

Park Board

DeSoto Park Board to discuss sports association concerns and financial reports

The Park Board will meet to review financial reports and receive updates from the ARC and DDC. The session includes dedicated time for public comment and updates regarding sports associations.

Approval of June 17, 2026, meeting minutes
Financial Report
Update on Sport Association Concerns
ARC update
DDC update

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Park Board Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James Culp Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White Board Member Danielle Odis Board Member K D B rown Board Member James Jewell Board Member Paul Dryer DATE: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 QUARTERLY MEETING SESSION 5:30pm EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. A B C SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER James Culp- Chair CONSENT AGENDA Approval of June 17, 2026, Meeting Minutes SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA D 1. Sports Associations/Public comment- (5 minutes) 2. ARC update 3. Financial Report 4. DDC update 5. Council Liaison Report 6. Park Board Member Updates on Parks 7. Update on Sport Association Concerns 8. Department Updates 9. New Business SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must be made forty -eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230 -9646 or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) to Relay …

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DeSoto Park Board Meeting Minutes Wednesday, July 22, 2026 The Park Board of the City of DeSoto held a Quarterly Board Meeting on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the DeSoto Town Center Council Chambers, 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. I. CALL TO ORDER: The Quarterly Board Meeting was called to order on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:39 pm by the Board Chairperson, James Culp. II. CONSENT AGENDA Items are listed on the Consent Agenda by the Staff Assistant for the Wednesday, June 17, 2026, Special Park Board Meeting. Motion by Board Member James Culp, Second by Board Member James Jewell, to approve with no changes. Board Chairperson, James Culp Board Vice-Chairperson, Althea Satterfield White Board Members, Paul Dryer Board Member, James Jewell Board Member, KD Brown Council Liaison, Ken Waters Parks & Recreation Director, Tyler Agee Staff Assistant, Yanece Washington DDC Chairperson, Michael Baldwin ABSENT: Board Member, Danielle Odis III. NEW BUSINESS A. Presentations 1. Sports Associations/Public Comments (5 minutes) • During this section of the meeting, there were no community members or sports associations present to the board. B. Director’s Report  Introduction of New Parks & Recreation Director o New Parks & Recreation Director Tyler Agee introduced himself to the Park Board. He shared his professional background, including 18 years of experience in municipal parks and recreation. He expressed his e …

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Tue Jul 14, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Public hearing on permit for auto repair shop at 1027 E. Belt Line Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a minor automobile repair shop on 0.809 acres at 1027 E. Belt Line Road, which is currently zoned General Retail but designated Medium Density Residential in the Comprehensive Plan. They will also discuss diagnostic findings for the update to the City's Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and consider recommending approval of the Parks Residential Subdivision preliminary plat for 10 residential lots at 541 S. Parks Drive.

Public hearing for SUP to allow minor auto repair shop at 1027 E. Belt Line Road (Zoning Case Z-1545-26)
Discussion of diagnostic findings for Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance update led by Freese and Nichols, Inc.
Recommendation on Parks Residential Subdivision preliminary plat creating 10 residential lots and 4 non-residential lots at 541 S. Parks Drive (Case PP-356-26)
Approval of minutes from the June 23, 2026 regular meeting

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments until the Public Hearing on that item. C. DISCUSSION 1. Discussion of the diagnostic findings for the update to the City’s Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance, led by Free …

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Fri Jul 10, 2026

DeSoto Development Corporation

DDC and City Council hold joint retreat for strategic planning

The DeSoto Development Corporation and City Council are meeting for a joint retreat to discuss strategic priorities, organizational assessment, and a six-month action plan. The agenda includes presentations on recent progress, a pipeline of transformational projects, and an executive session to seek legal advice on nondisclosure obligations for economic development negotiations.

Presentation and discussion of a strategic centering review from the January 2026 retreat
Organizational assessment presentation covering governance and cultural insights
Discussion of a 'Pipeline' momentum dashboard and transformational projects
Six-month action plan discussion addressing bold moves, political dynamics, and leadership transitions
Closed executive session under Texas Government Code 551.071 for legal advice on nondisclosure obligations

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== Agenda for Joint Retreat Meeting of the a ——9 DeSoto City Council and the Board of Directors of the DeSoto Development — So Vjuch to love ~~ ||Corporation AARC at McCowan Park 1400 Academy Way, DeSoto, Texas 75115 Board President Michael Baldwin DATE: Friday, July 10, 2026 Vice President Felicia Pierson Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace 7:30 AM — 2:00 PM Board Member Mark Jones Board Member James Pruitt Board Member Micaela Herndon Board Member A. Garrett-Price As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. CALL TO ORDER Call to Order the Joint Retreat Meeting of the DeSoto City Council and the Board of Directors of the DeSoto Development Corporation PRE-SESSION ACTIVATION ACTIVITIES Focus: Team Energy facilitated by TIP Strategies. DDC PRESIDENT'S COMMENTS - WELCOME & FRAMING THE MOMENT Discuss shared purpose, where we are, where we have been 6-month impressions/evaluation, tone-setting, and alignment on the day’s goals. DDC Board President Michael Baldwin PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF STRATEGIC CENTERING Grounding, review of January 2026 retreat, survey, decisions & progress. TIP Strategies. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING ORGANIZATIONAL ASSESSMENT Present assessment, governance realities, and cultural truths. Gus Garcia PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF “PIPELINE” M …

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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Domestic Violence Advisory Commission

Commission to review crime statistics and discuss strategic plan for domestic violence prevention

The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission will review recent crime statistics, conduct a financial review, and discuss updates on its strategic plan implementation, including a dashboard follow-up. The agenda also covers social media/marketing efforts, community engagement events (S.O.S. Event, DPAC follow-up, Genesis First Women's Brunch), and training initiatives. No formal votes or actions are scheduled.

Review of Crime Statistics
Financial Review
Strategic Plan Implementation and Dashboard Follow-up
Community Engagement Events: S.O.S Event, DPAC follow-up, Genesis First Women's Brunch
Training discussion

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✓ Decided: DVAC approves purchase of table for October 24th S.O.S event

The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission approved the purchase of a $25 table for an event on October 24th. The commission discussed a public education event scheduled for June 18th and received training on the Power & Control Wheel. Officer Hooker presented crime statistics and proposed women's and gun safety classes.

Approved May minutes
Approved $25 purchase for S.O.S event table (Oct 24th)

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1/1 Domestic Violence Advisory Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Chairperson Dr. James McConnell Vice Chairperson Cassandra Wesley Commissioner Dr. Jennifer Lewis Johnson Commissioner Jazmyn Nobles Commissioner Rochelle Ross Commissioner Laurinda Jackson Commissioner Shanika Davis Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026 Meeting time: 8:00 AM Location: CARE Team Offices 525 Ray Ave DeSoto, TX 75115 As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. • Call to order • Invocation • Approval of June minutes • Review Crime Statistics • Financial Review o Updates and next steps:  Discussion or Strategic Plan implementation plan  Dashboard Follow-up  Social Media/Marketing  Community Engagement/Awareness  S.O.S Event  DPAC follow-up  Genesis First Women’s Brunch  Training 2/2 I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 7.2.26 at 9:00 am and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. __________________________ …

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1/2 Domestic Violence Advisory Commission Workgroup Meeting Agenda Chairperson Dr. James McConnell -present Vice Chairperson Cassandra Wesley -present Commissioner Jazmyn Nobl-present Commissioner Rochelle Ross-present Commissioner Laurinda Jackson-present Commissioner Shanika Davis- present Commissioner- Dr. Jennifer Jackson -present Commissioner Shirley Hendrix- present Jessica Hooker- DeSoto PD Letitia Hughes- Councilwoman DeSoto Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026 Meeting time: 8:00 AM Location: DeSoto PD Training Room 714 E Belt Line Rd DeSoto, Texas 75115 As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. • Call to order at 8:01 am • Approval of May minutes o Motion to approve by Commissioner Jackson and passed • Discussion of June 18th public Event o 5:30-7:30 pm Thursday. Focus is on educating the public, building awareness of DV, and handing out resources o Commissioners will work with Nancy to get materials and items to hand out as needed for the event o Commissioners will wear DVAC shirts on this date • Votes Needed on o S. O. S  Event Oct 24th event. 220 E Pleasant Run, 6-10 pm Motion passed for DVAC to purchase a for attendance, $25 table  Commissioner Nobles will work with Nancy to purchase a table from S.O. …

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Mon Jul 6, 2026

Cultural Arts Foundation

Cultural Arts Foundation to discuss Cultural District designation

The DeSoto Cultural Arts Foundation will receive a presentation on Cultural District designation and consider approval of June meeting minutes. The board will review the account balance report and discuss an upcoming retreat featuring speaker Margie Reese. Future projects such as traffic boxes, bridge artwork, and a water tower art installation will also be discussed, along with city council and staff liaison updates.

Presentation and discussion on Cultural District Designation
Approval of June 1, 2026 meeting minutes
DTCAF Account Balance Report
Discussion of retreat speaker Margie Reese
Future projects: Bridge Artwork, Water Tower, DAL Showcase

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✓ Decided: Cultural Arts Foundation approves June minutes and plans July 11 retreat

The board approved the June 1, 2026, meeting minutes and finalized the agenda for an upcoming planning retreat. Members discussed budget challenges, upcoming project presentations to City Council, and logistics for the DAL Showcase.

Approved June 1, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
Established April 1 internal deadline for submitting project ideas
Decided to use a competition format with prizes for the DAL Showcase spoken word segment
Agreed to a one-week response deadline for potential musical headliners
Set the DAL Showcase vendor fee at $25 on a first-come, first-served basis

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1/2 DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Conference Room 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 President Dr. James McBride Vice President Kathy Jones Secretary Brandi Johnson Board Member Marchello Eans Board Member Latonya Sneed Board Member Pamela Spooner Board Member Jamila Sherman Board Member Paulette Hunter Board Member Daniele Hunter Ex-Officio Board Member James White Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks DATE: Monday, July 6, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Conference Room As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. Cultural District Designation 1. Presentation and discussion B. Review of Board Minutes June 1, 2026 1. Approval of June 1, 2026 minutes C. Budget 1. DTCAF Account Balance Report D. DTCAF Retreat 1. Discuss speaker Margie Reese E. DTCAF Banners 1. Discussion F. Future Projects 1. Brief Discussion 2. Project Matrix 3. Proposal Submissions • Traffic Boxes • ARC Project • Bridge Artwork • Water Tower 2/2 DAL Showcase • Ideas/Thoughts • DAL Artists • Availability of Dates City Council Updates City Staff Liaison Updates WORK SESSION ADJOURNMENT NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING The building in which the above meet …

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1 DESOTO, TEXAS CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION MEETING MINUTES July 6, 2026 Summary The meeting was called to order at 6:02pm by President James McBride. Cultural District Designation: Dr. Williams was not present. Her presentation was moved to the retreat on July 11, 2026. Approval of Meeting Minutes: The board discussed the approval of the meeting minutes . The board motioned to accept the minutes. June 1, 2026, minutes were approved. P. Spooner made a motion to approve the minutes, and P. Hunter seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously 5-0. Budget Report: J. White presented the budget, reporting an account balance of $2,617.60. He noted in a memo that the AAPI Festival had a profit of $62.78. • Procurement and Budget Challenges: The team discusses ongoing difficulties with the current fiscal year's project funding, noting that the procurement process is significantly delayed. Staff explained that they are in constant communication with the procurement department to expedite requests. Staff notes that they are trying to submit requisitions before the end of the year to ensure funding rolls over. • Fiscal Year Budget Planning : The board discussed the necessity of submitting budget requests to the city council much earlier, as they have experienced repeated project funding Meeting Date Jamila Sherman James McBride Marchello Eans Kathy Jones Danielle Hunter Brandi Johnson L aTonya Sneed Paulette Hunter Pamela Spooner HOA Meadowb …

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

Library Board

Library Board to hear reports, no action items

The DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board meets to approve minutes from April 2, 2026, and hear reports from the Library Director, Staff Liaison, and City Council Liaison. The board has no items for consideration or vote. Public forum is open for non-agenda comments.

Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026, meeting
Library Director's Report
Staff Liaison Report
Comments by City Council Liaison Pierette Parker
No items for consideration

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—eSoto — Sovuch to love a DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board Meeting Agenda DeSoto Public Library 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Raquel Smith Vice Chairperson Jessica Lennon Board Member Alicia Castile Board Member Uchenna Nwaizu Board Member Mary Woodard Board Member Tiffany Daniels Spivey DATE: Thursday, July 2, 2026 MEETING: 7:00 PM Library Multipurpose Room A. CALL TO ORDER B. CONSENT 1. Approval of the Minutes from the April 2, 2026, DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board Meeting C. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Library Director's Report 2. Staff Liaison Report 3. Comments by City Council Liaison — Pierette Parker PUBLIC FORUM (Members of the public may address the Board on non-agenda items at this time. The Board will not engage in discussion, deliberation, or take action on any matters raised. Please limit remarks to three minutes.) CONSIDER (The following items require consideration and a vote by the Board. As an Advisory Board, any actions taken will be in the form of recommendations to City Council or expressions of support related to library operations.) No items for consideration F. ADJOURNMENT NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking is available at the primary west entrance facing Hampton Road. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and may require auxiliary aids or services such …

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Public hearing on 200-unit rental subdivision at N. Westmoreland Rd.

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Planned Development (PD-202) for a 24.274-acre site at 214, 300, and 300 N. Westmoreland Rd. The project would rezone from SF-15 to Multiple Family base zoning to allow 200 rental dwelling units (66 duplexes, 134 detached single-family homes). Staff recommends approval, but written protests representing 28% of nearby property area require a supermajority City Council vote. The commission will also consider minutes from prior meetings.

Public hearing on PD-202 rezoning for 200-unit rental subdivision at 214, 300 & 300 N. Westmoreland Rd.
Proposed development includes 66 duplex and 134 detached single-family units, all for rent.
Written protests from 28% of nearby land area received; supermajority of City Council needed for approval.
Staff recommends approval, citing consistency with Comprehensive Plan's Medium Density Residential designation.
Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from April 28 and May 12, 2026 meetings.

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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Tanya Brooks Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim Commissioner Donald Dewberry Commissioner Brian Laurore Commissioner Serita Edwards Commissioner Vickie Alexis Commissioner Mark Jones DATE: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments until the Public Hearing on that item. D. CONSENT AGENDA Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes …

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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Citizens Police Advisory Committee

Committee to review body worn camera policy

The Citizens Police Advisory Committee will review Policy 110.019 regarding body worn cameras and recording devices. They will also approve minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting and set the next meeting agenda. No decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

Review of Policy 110.019 Body Worn Camera / Recording Device
Approval of April 27, 2026 regular meeting minutes
Setting of next meeting agenda

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1/1 City of DeSoto / City Hall City Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., Suite A DeSoto, Texas 75115 Citizens Police Advisory Committee Chairperson Hope Stevens Vice Chairperson Mary Morris Secretary Myra Rand Board Member Elma Goodwin Board Member Akilah Wallace Board Member Lester Geason, Jr. Board Member Ginny Hall Board Member Mary Davis Student Representatives Vacant Vacant DATE: Monday, June 22, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:30pm As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVE MINUTES a. April 27, 2026, Regular Meeting 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Review Policy 110.019 Body Worn Camera / Recordi ng Device b. Set next meeting agenda 4. ADJOURNMENT I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time : Monday, June 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. , and remained posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. Julie Potter Julie Potter Julie Potter Julie Potter Julie Potter Executive Administrative Assistant DeSoto Police Department

Thu Jun 18, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Board to consider variances for lot at 1001 Crestwood Court

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Adan Tellez, on behalf of Blue Stairs, LLC, for property at 1001 Crestwood Court. The applicant seeks an 18-foot variance to minimum lot width and a 26-foot variance to minimum lot depth in the SF-9 district. The board previously denied a similar request on May 7, 2026. Staff recommends approval.

Public hearing: variance to minimum lot width (18 ft) and lot depth (26 ft) at 1001 Crestwood Court (ZBOA Case No. B26-02)
Previous motion to approve failed on May 7, 2026 (3 for, 1 against)
Staff recommends approval based on hardship from lot's irregular shape on cul-de-sac
Training for Zoning Board members led by City Attorney
Approval of minutes from May 7, 2026 special meeting

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Zoning Board of Adjustments Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson LaShonda Burnett (Regular) Vice Chairperson Tanikqua Darden (Regular) Board Member Michelle Edwards Johnson (Regular) Board Member Isaac Rubio (Regular) Board Member Victor Vital (Regular) Board Member Jeffrey Burns (Alternate) Board Member Tracy Nelson (Alternate) Board Member Dianne Hawkins (Alternate) Board Member Alvin Denson Culberson Jr. (Alternate) DATE: Thursday, June 18, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER C. TRAINING 1. Training for Zoning Board of Adjustment Members, led by the City Attorney’s Office. D. CONSENT AGENDA Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the approval of each item in accordance with Staff Recommendations. 1. Approval of Minutes a. Consider approval of minutes for the Zoning Board of Adjustments Special Meeting of May 7, 2026 E. PUBLIC HEARING E. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Application of Adan Tellez, on behalf of the property owner Blue Stairs, LLC, for: (1) a variance to the minimum lot width; and, (2) a v …

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Wed Jun 17, 2026

Park Board

Park Board to hear updates on sports associations, ARC, and finances

This special meeting includes a consent agenda to approve the May 6, 2026, minutes and a series of informational updates from sports associations, the Architectural Review Committee (ARC), the DeSoto Development Corporation (DDC), and the finance department. No rezonings, contract awards, or fee changes are scheduled for a vote.

Approval of May 6, 2026, meeting minutes
Sports associations public comment (5 minutes)
ARC update
Financial report
DDC update

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✓ Decided: DeSoto Park Board approves consent agenda and reviews ARC facility updates

The Board approved the consent agenda with changes. Members discussed ARC membership growth, potential new payment options for families, and the implementation of a park evaluation matrix. No other formal votes on new business were recorded.

Approved consent agenda with changes
Board Chair agreed to draft TRAPS Award nomination letter for Nathan Busby
Agreed to begin outreach to community partners for Placer.ai data collaboration

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Park Board Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James Culp Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White Board Member Danielle Odis Board Member K D B rown Board Member James Jewell Board Member Paul Dryer Board Member Vanessa Wimberly DATE: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING SESSION 5:30pm EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. A B C SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER James Culp- Chair CONSENT AGENDA Approval of May 6, 2026, Meeting Minutes SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA D 1. Sports Associations/Public comment- (5 minutes) 2. ARC update 3. Financial Report 4. DDC update 5. Council Liaison Report 6. Park Board Member Updates on Parks 7. Update on S port Association Concerns 8. Department Updates 9. New Business SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must be made forty -eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230 -9646 or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Dev …

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DeSoto Park Board Meeting Minutes Wednesday, June 17, 2026 The Park Board of the City of DeSoto held a Special Board Meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the DeSoto Town Center Council Chambers, 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas. I. CALL TO ORDER: The Special Board Meeting was called to order on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 5:38 pm by the Board Chairperson James Culp. II. CONSENT AGENDA Items are listed on the Consent Agenda by the Staff Assistant for the Wednesday, May 6, 2026, Special Park Board Meeting. Motion by Board Member Paul Dryer, Second by Board Vice-Chairperson Althea Satterfield White, to approve with changes. Board Chairperson, James Culp Board Vice-Chairperson, Althea Satterfield White Board Member, Danielle Odis Board Members, Paul Dryer Board Member, KD Brown Council Liaison, Ken Waters Acting Interim Director, Dr. Marques Buford Parks Superintendent, Tanaia Keyes ABSENT: Board Member, James Jewell (Absent) Board Member, Vanessa Wimberly (Resigned) III. NEW BUSINESS A. Presentations 1. Sports Associations/Public Comments (5 minutes) • During this section of the meeting, there were no community members or sports associations present to the board. B. ARC Updates:  Provided the Park Board with a few facility updates, along with key highlights, including the following: o Approximately 3,658 memberships to date o Strong growth in monthly memberships. o Increased interest generated by the lei …

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

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motion to adjourn the Special Park Board Meeting was made by KD Brown and seconded by Vice-Chair Althea Satterfield White at 6:35 pm. The next Quarterly Board Meeting will be determined later due to…

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Board Chairperson yea · Paul Dryer yea

Wed Jun 17, 2026

Civil Service Commission

Police and fire updates, exam discussions on Civil Service agenda

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes and receive updates from the police and fire chiefs. Discussions are planned on the police officer entrance exam and corporal promotion exam. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or budgets are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

Discussion of Police Officer Entrance Exam
Discussion of Corporal Promotion Exam
Police Chief Update
Fire Chief Update
Approval of June 8, 2026 minutes

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1/1 Civil Service Meeting Agenda DeSoto Fire Administration & Station 2 206 S. Parks DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr. Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough DATE: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Fire Station 2 As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER B. APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026 C. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Director Update 2. Police Chief Update o Discuss Police Officer Entrance Exam o Discuss Corporal Promotion Exam 3. Fire Chief Update D. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION E. REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 06.09.2026 at 02:15 pm and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. Danielle Manning Civil Service Director

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SBeSoto EX A S — Civil Service Commission Meeting Minutes Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 1:00 PM The Civil Service Commission Meeting was held on this date at the DeSoto Fire Administration & Station 2 located at 206 S. Parks, DeSoto, Texas 75115 with the following Commission members present: Also Present: Chair James E. Collier, Jr. Commissioner Louie W. Bright, III Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough Danielle Manning, Director of Civil Service Bryan Southard, Fire Chief Bryan Whitacre, Assistant Fire Chief Joseph Costa, Police Chief Ryan Jesionek, Assistant Police Chief Terry Baker, Police Captain Robert Penwarden, Police Lieutenant Brittney Green, Police Officer Arthur Busby, Citizen 1. Callto Order Chair Collier called the meeting to order at 1:00 PM. A quorum was present. 2. Consider Previous Meeting Minutes The minutes of the June 08, 2026, Commission meeting were approved. (Motioned by Bright; seconded by Yarbough; all in favor) 3. Director Update Director Manning did not provide any additional updates. 4. Police Chief Updates Police Chief Costa provided a current staffing update for the Police Department. Costa informed the Commission of the upcoming staffing needs for the department. The department currently has thirteen (13) vacancies. Chief Costa informed the Commission that an officer formally declined advancement to the rank of Corporal. The current Corporal list is now exhausted. Chief Costa requested to post to hold a Corporal Promotion Exam on Wednesda …

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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Domestic Violence Advisory Commission

DeSoto Domestic Violence Advisory Commission reviews crime stats and strategic plan

The commission will review crime statistics and financial updates, discuss strategic plan implementation, social media/marketing, community engagement for the June 18th event, bylaws, and training. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

Review of Crime Statistics
Financial Review with updates on Strategic Plan Implementation
Dashboard Follow-up discussion
Social Media/Marketing discussion
Community Engagement/Awareness for June 18th event

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✓ Decided: DVAC approves strategic plan and new bylaws

The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission approved a strategic plan focused on education and advocacy, and voted to update its bylaws. The group also discussed funding needs and assigned leadership roles.

Approved Strategic Plan 'Awareness to Advocacy' (passed)
Approved new bylaws reflecting attendance and strategic plan
Appointed Commissioner Dr. Connell as Chair, Commissioner Wesley as Vice-Chair, and Commissioner Nobles as Secretary & Treasurer
Commissioner Nobles to chair social media and implement feedback on brochures
Commissioner Nobles to purchase Otter.ai transcription software subscription
Tabled discussion on database creation for crime heatmapping
Tabled discussion on on-site advocates for DV calls
Tabled discussion on apartment complex education

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1/2 Domestic Violence Advisory Commission Meeting Agenda Chairperson Dr. James McConnell Vice C hairperson Cassandra Wesley Comm issioner Dr. Jennifer Lewis Johnson Comm issioner Jazmyn Nobles Comm issioner Rochelle Ross Comm issioner Laurinda Jackson Commissioner Shanika Davis Date: Thursday, J une 11, 2026 Meeting time: 8:00 AM Location: Training Room of the DeSoto Police Department 714 E. Beltline Road DeSoto, TX 75115 As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. • Call to order • Invocation • Approval of May minutes • Review Crime Statistics • Financial Review o Updates and next steps:  Discussion or Strategic Plan implementation plan  Dashboard Follow -up  Social Media/Marketing  Community Engagement/Awareness  June 18th event  Bylaws  Training • Adjournment 2/2 I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 6.8.26 at 9:00 am and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. __________________________ Nancy Fajardo Staff Liaison DeSoto Domestic Violence …

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Thu Jun 11, 2026

DeSoto Development Corporation

Board to discuss incentives for five projects in executive session

The DeSoto Development Corporation board will consider approving consent agenda items including minutes and financial statements for April 2026. New business includes a finance status report and discussion of Opportunity Zone designations. The board will then enter executive session to deliberate potential financial incentives for five economic development projects (Rover, Winter, Lyme, Parker, Brew) and receive an update on Project PGA. Any necessary action resulting from the executive session will be taken in open session.

Consider action to approve minutes of May 14, 2026 Regular Board Meeting
Consider action to approve financial statements for April 2026
Receive Finance Status Report for April 2026
Discussion of Opportunity Zone Designations
Executive session discussions of potential incentives for Project Rover, Project Winter, Project Lyme, Project Parker, and Project Brew

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ie oO DeSoto Development Corporation Meeting et Agenda Jim Baugh Government = So Vfuch to love _ PELE. Ploasert Run Road OeSoto, Texas 75115 DATE: Thursday, June 11, 2026 President Michael Baldwin Vice President Felicia Pierson Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace Director Dr. Micaela Herndon Director Mark Jones Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price Director James Pruitt 6:00 pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into a closed Executive Session to seek confidential legal advice from the Corporation's attorney on any agenda item listed herein. “Pursuant to Texas Government Cade Sec, 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference, Should that occur, a quorum of members, including the presiding officer, will be physically present at the location noted on this Agenda.” A. Call to Order B. Invocation C. Consent Agenda The DDC Chief Executive Officer lists items on the Consent Agenda and recommends them to the DDC Board of Directors for a single vote of approval. At the request of a board director, any item on the Consent Agenda may be removed for a separate vote. 1, Consider action to approve the minutes of the May 14, 2026, Regular Board Meeting. 2, Consider action to approve the financial statements for April 2026. D. New Business (items for discussion and/or possible action) 1. Receive Finance Status Report for April 202 …

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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Veterans Affairs Committee

Veterans Affairs Committee reviews year-long plan and events

The DeSoto Veterans Affairs Committee will review minutes, discuss new and old business, and update the year-long plan. Topics include a Boards & Commissions Banquet presentation, Wreaths Across America, Purple Heart banners, and planning for Memorial Day and Veterans Day events. No ordinances or financial actions are on the agenda.

Review of May meeting minutes
Boards & Commissions Banquet VAC Presentation
Wreaths Across America (December) planning discussion
Banners for Purple Heart discussion
Year-long plan review including Memorial Day Walk/Run, Ceremony, and Veterans Day Breakfast

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1 /1 Veterans Affairs Committee Meeting A g e n d a C ity H a ll C o n fe re n c e R o o m 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson Arthur Hobbs Board Member Darron Daniel Board Member Latoya Boyd Board Member Terrence Stevens Board Member James Henderson Board Member Kelvin Moffitt Board Member Charles Holmes Council Liaison Crystal Chism Staff Liaison Esther Williams DATE: Monday , June 8, 2 0 2 6 REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Conference Room As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A . PLEDGE OF A L L E G IA N C E B . REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO O R D E R C . REGULAR A G E N D A I. Review of May minutes II. New Business • Boards & Commissions Banquet VAC Presentation III. Old Business • Wreaths Across America (Dec.) • Banners for Purple Heart IV . Year-long plan review/update • Memorial Day Walk/Run – Review • Memorial Day Ceremony – Review • Veterans Day Breakfast V . Action Items Review D . REGULAR SESSION A D J O U R N M E N T I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 5.19 .2026 at 5 :0 0 p m , and remained so posted at l …

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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to discuss Firefighter/Paramedic entrance exam

The Civil Service Commission will hear updates from the Director, Police Chief, and Fire Chief, and discuss the Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam. The Commission will also approve minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting and schedule the next meeting.

Approve minutes from May 4, 2026
Discuss Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam

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1/1 Civil Service Meeting Agenda City Hall Council Chambers 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr. Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough DATE: Monday, June 08, 2026 REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Council Chambers As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER B. APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED MONDAY, MAY 04, 2026 C. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Director Update 2. Police Chief Update 3. Fire Chief Update o Discuss Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam D. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION E. REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 06.01.2026 at 3:30 pm and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened. Danielle Manning Civil Service Director

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af SeSoto — x A Ss => Civil Service Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, June 8, 2026, 1:00 PM The Civil Service Commission Meeting was held on this date at the City Hall Council Chambers located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas with the following Commission members present: Also Present: Chair James E. Collier, Jr. Commissioner Louie W. Bright, III Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough Danielle Manning, Director of Civil Service Bryan Southard, Fire Chief Joseph Costa, Police Chief Ryan Jesionek, Assistant Police Chief Terry Baker, Police Captain Katherine Peal, Interim Director of Human Resources 1. Callto Order Chair Collier called the meeting to order at 1:00 PM. A quorum was present. 2. Consider Previous Meeting Minutes The minutes of the May 04, 2026, Commission meeting were approved. (Motioned by Yarbough; seconded by Bright; all in favor) 3. Director Update Director Manning did not provide any additional updates. 4. Police Chief Updates Police Chief Costa provided a current staffing update for the Police Department. Costa informed the Commission of the upcoming staffing needs for the department. The department currently has twelve (12) vacancies. The Commission questioned Chief Costa about the increased number of vacancies. Commissioners inquired about reasons given by the staff leaving the department. Chief Costa noted that the new positions at other municipalities offered the employees increased vacation allowances, pay increases, appreciation by …

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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Veterans Affairs Committee

Committee to review year-long events plan and banquet presentation

The Veterans Affairs Committee will discuss and review the year-long plan including Memorial Day events, Veterans Day Breakfast, and a presentation for the Boards & Commissions Banquet. Old business includes updates on Wreaths Across America and Purple Heart banners. No financial votes or ordinances are on the agenda.

Boards & Commissions Banquet VAC Presentation
Wreaths Across America (December) update
Banners for Purple Heart discussion
Memorial Day Walk/Run and Ceremony review
Veterans Day Breakfast planning

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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Library Board

Library Board holds procedural meeting with no action items

The DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board will convene for a regular session that includes approving minutes from April 2, 2026, receiving reports from the library director, staff liaison, and city council liaison, and opening the floor for public comment. No items were listed for discussion or consideration, making this a purely procedural meeting.

No items listed under Discussion or Consideration sections
Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting

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—BeS oto DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board Agenda —_— DeSoto Public Library 211 E. Pleasant Run Road —_ So uch to love — DeSoto, Texas 75115 Board Member Mary Woodard Board Member Tiffany Daniels Spivey Chairperson Raquel Smith DATE: Thursday, June 4, 2026 Vice Chairperson Jessica Lennon Board Member Alicia Castile REGULAR SESSION: 7:00 pm Board Member Uchenna Nwaizu Library Multipurpose Room As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein. A. CALL TO ORDER B: APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 2, 2026 LIBRARY BOARD MEETING C. LIBRARY DIRECTOR’S REPORT D STAFF LIAISON REPORT EE. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS F, DISCUSSION There were no items for discussion. G. PUBLIC FORUM H. CONSIDER There were no items for consideration. ADJOURNMENT NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking is available at the primary west entrance facing Hampton Road. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and may require auxiliary aids or services such as readers or large print, or interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, are requested to contact the Office of City Secretary at (972) 230-9664 or by Fax at (972) 274-0060, or by E-mail at saubrey@de …

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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Zoning Board to consider lot width and depth variances at 1001 Crestwood Court

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application for variances to minimum lot width (18-foot variance) and lot depth (26-foot variance) for a proposed single-family home at 1001 Crestwood Court. Staff recommends approval. The consent agenda item (approval of minutes) has been cancelled.

Public hearing on variances to minimum lot width (75 ft required, 57 ft proposed) and lot depth (110 ft required, 84 ft proposed) at 1001 Crestwood Court, Lot 6, Creek Tree Estates Phase 3A Replat
Applicant: Adan Tellez on behalf of property owner Blue Stairs, LLC (ZBOA Case No. B26-02)
Staff recommends approval, finding that literal enforcement would create a hardship due to lot's irregular shape from cul-de-sac location
Consent agenda item (approval of May 7, 2026 special meeting minutes) cancelled
Training for board members led by City Attorney's Office

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