Garden Ridge public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Garden Ridge City Council will decide on two Specific Use Permit extensions for The Revival, authorizing an indoor/outdoor bar and four pickleball courts at 19186 FM 2252. It will also consider a variance to Stage 2 watering restrictions for a property on Waterwood Drive. Other actions include certifying the 2024 tax levy and accepting a Recreational Trails Grant from Texas Parks and Wildlife.

• Specific Use Permit extension for The Revival: indoor/outdoor bar serving beer, wine, and mixed drinks
• Specific Use Permit extension for The Revival: up to four pickleball courts
• Variance to Stage 2 watering restrictions for 21320 Waterwood Drive
• Certification of Tax Levy for Tax Year 2024
• Authorization to accept 2024 Recreational Trails Grant from Texas Parks and Wildlife

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and make recommendations on two specific use permit extensions for The Revival at 19186 FM 2252: one for a restaurant/bar with indoor/outdoor alcohol service, and one for outdoor commercial amusement with up to four pickleball courts. They will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes, receive a subcommittee update on a walkable community workshop, and discuss an ordinance regarding board policies and procedures, including appointment of a Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term. The meeting includes two citizen comment periods.

• Specific use permit extension for The Revival #1: restaurant/cafeteria and bar/tavern with indoor/outdoor beer, wine, and mixed drinks
• Specific use permit extension for The Revival #2: outdoor commercial amusement for up to four pickleball courts
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2024, regular meeting
• Ordinance No. 210-102022 adopting board and commission policies and procedures, with consideration of Chair and Vice-Chair appointments
• Garden Ridge Walkable Community Workshop Report Subcommittee Update

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session. The body will discuss the search, review of applicants, and appointment of a new City Manager.

• Executive session regarding the appointment and employment of a new City Manager

Water Commission

The Garden Ridge Water Commission will meet in regular session to receive routine reports on water utility operations and discuss the Drought Management Plan and Water Master Plan. The Commission will also consider two resident requests: an appeal of a water loss adjustment denial for 9200 Gloxinia Dr. and a variance to Stage 2 watering restrictions for 21320 Waterwood Dr. No major policy votes are expected beyond these recommendations.

• Approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Utility Department Monthly Activity Report including water pumping, usage, and drought stage
• Discussion of Ordinance 61 Drought Management Plan
• Appeal for water loss adjustment denial at 9200 Gloxinia Dr. (billing period July 23–Aug 23, 2024)
• Variance to Stage 2 watering restrictions for 21320 Waterwood Dr.

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly adopt a new traffic ordinance establishing stop signs, speed limits, and no-parking zones. The agenda also includes reports from city departments, approval of a resolution for the Comal Appraisal District board election, and a consulting agreement. An executive session will address pending litigation.

• Consideration of Ordinance No. 22-112024 regulating traffic, stop signs, speed limits, and parking
• Resolution No. 528-112024 for Comal Appraisal District board election
• Consulting agreement between Garden Ridge and Jill Shackelford
• Amendments to Police Department Step Pay Program and Personnel Policy Manual
• City of Garden Ridge Covered Applications and Prohibited Technology Policy

City Council

The City Council will review a waste and recycling agreement with Republic Services and adopt comprehensive ordinances for planning, zoning, and the city water company. The body will also discuss the City Manager recruitment process and receive reports on the FM 2252 TxDOT project.

• Exclusive Municipal Materials Management Agreement with BFI Waste Services of Texas, L.P. (dba Republic Services of San Antonio)
• Ordinance No. 13-102024 adopting a comprehensive planning and zoning ordinance
• Ordinance No. 54-102024 adopting a comprehensive water company for the City of Garden Ridge
• Waste ordinance penalties ranging from $100.00 to $500.00 per day
• Status of recruitment process for City Manager

Water Commission

The Garden Ridge Water Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve past minutes, receive the Utility Department’s monthly activity report, and discuss the Drought Management Plan, Water Rate Analysis, and Water Master Plan. The Commission will also consider appointments for Chair and Vice-Chair for a one-year term starting October 2024.

• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Utility Department Monthly Activity Report (water pumping, infrastructure maintenance, drought stage)
• Discussion of Ordinance No. 61-Drought Management Plan
• Water Rate Analysis process review
• Consideration of Water Commission Chair and Vice-Chair appointments for October 2024

The Garden Ridge Water Commission unanimously approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes. The Commission appointed Commissioner Pohl as Chair and Commissioner Dorsey as Vice-Chair for one-year terms effective October 2024, both by unanimous votes. The Commission also discussed the drought management plan, water rate analysis, and water master plan, but took no action on these items.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Pohl as Chair for one-year term effective October 2024 (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Dorsey as Vice-Chair for one-year term effective October 2024 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2024 tax rate. The body will also consider amendments to the Natural Features Overlay District zoning ordinance and a new water rate structure. Additionally, the council will discuss the selection of executive recruitment services.

• Proposed 2024 Tax Rate of $0.255156 ($0.193423 Maintenance and Operation; $0.061733 Debt Service)
• Public hearing and action on Natural Features Overlay (NFO) District zoning amendments
• Discussion and action on Water Commission recommendation for Water Rate Structure
• Selection of Executive Recruitment Services
• Reappointment of Planning and Zoning and Water Commission members

The City Council unanimously approved the 2024 tax rate of $0.255156 per $100 valuation, comprising a $0.193423 maintenance and operation rate and a $0.061733 debt service rate. They also approved a water rate structure with a $5.00 base increase and 1% tier increase for FY2025, and reappointed three Planning and Zoning and four Water Commission members. The council approved a zoning ordinance amendment for the Natural Features Overlay District, excluding a proposed native tree requirement.

• Approved 2024 tax rate of $0.255156 (4-0)
• Approved $0.193423 maintenance and operation rate (4-0)
• Approved $0.061733 debt service rate (4-0)
• Approved Water Rate Structure Option 4 with $5.00 base and 1% tier increase (4-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for Natural Features Overlay District (4-0)
• Reappointed Planning and Zoning Commissioners Jacaman, Diaz, Bates (4-0)
• Reappointed Water Commissioners Pohl, Stone, Stedman, Dorsey (4-0)
• Cast votes for TML Risk Pool Board of Trustees candidates (4-0)

City Council

The Garden Ridge City Council will vote to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 budgets for the General Fund, Water Company Operation and Maintenance Fund, Interest and Sinking Fund, and Capital Improvements Fund. The council will also ratify a property tax increase of $52,809 as reflected in the General Fund and Interest and Sinking Fund budgets. A public hearing will be held on the budget presentations before adoption.

• Adopt FY2025 General Fund Budget – Resolution No. 523-082024
• Adopt FY2025 Water Company Operation & Maintenance Fund Budget – Resolution No. 524-082024
• Adopt FY2025 Interest and Sinking Fund Budget – Resolution No. 525-082024
• Adopt FY2025 Capital Improvements Fund Budget – Resolution No. 526-082024
• Ratify $52,809 property tax increase for General Fund and Interest and Sinking Fund

Water Commission

The Garden Ridge Water Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 20, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. The session includes approval of past meeting minutes, a monthly utility report covering water pumping and infrastructure, and a discussion on the water rate structure with a presentation from city staff.

• Approval of April 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Utility Department Monthly Activity Report on water pumping and infrastructure
• Presentation and discussion on Water Rate Structure
• Update on Ordinance No. 61-Drought Management Plan Subcommittee
• Discussion on reappointment of Commissioners Pohl, Stone, and Stedman

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve minutes from its May 8 meeting, hold a public hearing and discuss an amendment to the Natural Features Overlay district in the City Zoning Ordinance, and receive an update on the Walkable Community Workshop. The commission will also discuss a City Council ordinance on board policies and make a recommendation on three commissioners’ reappointments. The meeting will conclude with announcements for the next commission session.

• Approve minutes for the May 8, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Amendment to City Zoning Ordinance No. 13-032023 for the Natural Features Overlay (NFO) District – public hearing and recommendation
• Garden Ridge Walkable Community Workshop Report Subcommittee update
• Discuss Ordinance No. 210-102022 adopting board and commission policies and recommend reappointment of Commissioners Jacaman, Diaz, and Bates
• Announce next meeting date: September 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall

City Council

The Garden Ridge City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially vote on the 2024 tax rates, proposed FY2025 budgets, and other items including a blasting permit request and executive recruitment services. The meeting will also include staff reports, updates from commissions, and a public hearing on tax rates.

• Review and propose 2024 tax rates with public hearing announcement
• Discuss proposed FY2025 budgets for General Fund, Water Fund, Interest & Sinking Fund, and Capital Improvements Fund
• Consider Buckley Powder Co. request for a Partial Exemption Permit for blasting activities at Heidelberg Materials Servtex Quarry (Oct 2024–Sep 2025)
• Review Republic Services annual rate adjustment proposal
• Receive report on FM 2252 TxDOT Project and provide direction as needed

City Council

The Garden Ridge City Council will consider a charter application to designate a temporary qualified individual to perform the duties of City Manager. Council members will also review and file the proposed FY2025 budgets for the General Fund, Water Company Operation and Maintenance Fund, Interest & Sinking Fund, and Capital Improvements Fund. Additional items include nominations to the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool and a review of the budget and tax‑rate adoption process.

• Nominations to the Board of Trustees of the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool
• Proposed FY2025 budgets for General Fund, Water Company O&M Fund, Interest & Sinking Fund, and Capital Improvements Fund
• File the proposed FY2025 budgets with the City Secretary
• Review budget and tax‑rate adoption process and schedule
• Discussion and possible action on charter Section 4.01E to appoint a temporary City Manager

Water Commission

The Garden Ridge Water Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The notice was posted on July 10, 2024, by Administrative Coordinator Michelle Hinojosa. No specific agenda items or decisions were made because the meeting did not take place.

• Cancellation of the July 16, 2024, Water Commission regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will address several administrative and financial matters, including employee benefits for fiscal year 2025 and budget reserves. The agenda also includes a swearing-in of police officers and reports on city projects and department activities.

• Swearing in of Police Officers
• Bexar Metro 9-1-1 Network Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Plan and Budget
• Designation of Comal County Tax Assessor-Collector to calculate 2024 Tax Rate
• Approval of fiscal year 2025 employee benefits and contract negotiations
• FM 2252 TxDOT Project status report

City Council

The City Council will consider several specific use permits for a commercial property at 19186 FM 2252. Additionally, the council is reviewing four budget amendments for fiscal year 2024 and discussing concerns regarding a rock crushing quarry expansion.

• Specific Use Permits for The Revival at 19186 FM 2252 (restaurant/bar, pickleball courts, and food truck park)
• Resolution No. 517-062024: Fiscal Year 2024 General Fund Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution No. 518-062024: Fiscal Year 2024 Water Company Operation and Maintenance Fund Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution No. 519-062024: Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvements Fund Budget Amendment #1
• Resolution No. 521-062024: Concerns regarding the Heidelberg Servtex rock crushing quarry expansion

City Council

The City Council will meet to finalize the May 4, 2024, General Election results. The session includes administering oaths of office to newly elected council members and electing a Mayor Pro-Tem for a one-year term.

• Canvass and declare results of the May 4, 2024, General Election
• Administer oaths of office to Kelly Smith, Todd Arvidson, and Brian Reyes
• Election of Mayor Pro-Tem for a one-year term expiring May 2025
• Designation of authorized signers for First United Bank and TexPool accounts
• Reschedule July City Council Regular Meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider proposed changes to Ordinance No. 13-032023 regarding the Natural Features Overlay District. The commission will also review workshop findings related to speed limits and marked crosswalks.

• Proposed amendments to Ordinance No. 13-032023, Section 2.04.02 (Natural Features Overlay District)
• Review of Garden Ridge Walkable Community Workshop Report findings on speed limits and crosswalks
• Approval of April 10, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review a zoning variance request for a residential property. The petition seeks to allow a thirty-five foot flag pole in a district where heights are limited to twenty-five feet.

• Zoning variance petition by Martin and Pamela Oconnor for 9986 Trophy Oaks Drive
• Request to allow a 35-foot flag pole in a Residential Estate (RE) District
• Approval of minutes from the January 29, 2024, Board of Adjustment meeting

City Council

The City Council will review department reports and the status of the FM 2252 TxDOT project. The council will also consider a petition for specific use permits for The Revival at 19186 FM 2252. Additionally, members will enter executive session to discuss legal matters including an Edwards Aquifer protection permit application.

• Specific Use Permit request for The Revival (3.107 acres) at 19186 FM 2252
• FM 2252 TxDOT Project status report
• Review of March 31, 2024 financial statements
• Discussion regarding Edwards Aquifer Protection Permit application
• Discussion regarding a Truck Route Ordinance

Water Commission

The Water Commission will review the Utility Department's monthly activity report regarding water usage and infrastructure maintenance. The agenda also includes an update on the Drought Management Plan Subcommittee and a request for a Stage 2 watering restriction variance at 20103 Regency Run.

• Approval of March 19, 2024 minutes
• Utility Department Monthly Activity Report
• Drought Management Plan Subcommittee update
• Stage 2 watering restriction variance for 20103 Regency Run

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider three specific use permits for a business called The Revival. These requests include an indoor/outdoor bar, up to four pickleball courts, and a food truck park with utility hookups. The Commission will also review updates on the Natural Features Overlay District and the Walkable Community Workshop.

• Specific Use Permit: Restaurant/Bar with indoor/outdoor seating at 19186 FM 2252
• Specific Use Permit: Up to four pickleball courts at 19186 FM 2252
• Specific Use Permit: Food truck and mobile retail park with electric and water hookups at 19186 FM 2252
• Natural Features Overlay (NFO) District Technical Committee Update
• Garden Ridge Walkable Community Workshop Report findings regarding speed limits and crosswalks

City Council

The City Council will consider a variance for watering restrictions at 22216 Quiet Moon and an ordinance regarding peddlers, solicitors, and canvassers. The meeting also includes reports on city projects, staff activity, and the FM 2252 TxDOT project.

• Variance request for Stage 2 watering restrictions at 22216 Quiet Moon
• Ordinance No. 23-042024 regarding regulations for peddlers, solicitors, and canvassers
• Garden Ridge Police Department 2024 Cadet Sponsorship Proposal
• FM 2252 TxDOT Project status report
• Proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Child Abuse Prevention Month, and National Library Week

Water Commission

The Water Commission will review the Utility Department Monthly Activity Report and updates regarding AMI Portal usage. The commission will also consider a recommendation for a drought management variance.

• Review of January 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Utility Department Monthly Activity Report covering water pumping, infrastructure, and drought management
• Discussion of AMI Portal usage and outreach efforts
• Variance request for Stage 2 watering restrictions at 22216 Quiet Moon

City Council

The City Council will review a rezoning application from Comal ISD for an 18-acre tract at 9401 Municipal Parkway. The agenda also includes a resolution to create a City Events Committee and updates on the FM 2252 TxDOT project.

• Rezoning of 18 acres at 9401 Municipal Parkway from AG to P District
• Resolution No. 516-032024 to create the City Events Committee
• Water loss adjustment request for 20950 Klein Circle
• Status report on FM 2252 TxDOT Project

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a zoning change for an 18-acre tract at Garden Ridge Elementary School. The commission will also discuss the Master Development Plan and preliminary plat for the Cedar Hollow Subdivision.

• Rezoning of 18.00 acres from Agriculture and Agricultural Homestead to Public and Institutional for Comal ISD at 9401 Municipal Parkway
• Master Development Plan for Cedar Hollow Subdivision
• Preliminary Plat for Cedar Hollow Subdivision
• Natural Features Overlay (NFO) District Technical Committee Update

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to hold a general election for Council Places One, Four, and Five on May 4, 2024. The council will also review the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Report and a resolution regarding CenterPoint Energy rate changes. Additionally, they will take action on water loss adjustment requests.

• Ordinance No. 241-022024 ordering May 4, 2024, election for Council Places One, Four, and Five
• Resolution No. 515-022024 regarding CenterPoint Energy rate change filing
• Water loss adjustment request for 20950 Klein Circle
• Appeal of water loss adjustment denial for 9497 Cinchona Trail
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Report

General

The Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct organizational business. The agenda includes a training session and the selection of leadership roles.

• Board of Adjustment Training Session
• Selection of a Chair and Vice-Chair
• Rules of Procedure

Water Commission

The Water Commission will review several requests for water loss adjustments at specific residential addresses. The body will also consider recommendations regarding the appointment of a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Water loss adjustment request for 9610 Meadow Rue (Sept 22, 2023 - Oct 23, 2023)
• Water loss adjustment request for 20950 Klein Circle (July 21, 2023 - Aug 23, 2023)
• Appeal of water loss adjustment denial for 9497 Cinchona Trail (Nov 21, 2022 - Dec 22, 2022)
• Appointment of Water Commission Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year term effective October 2023

City Council

The City Council will review monthly activity reports from city departments and status updates on engineering projects. The agenda includes a lease agreement discussion and the adoption of several consent agenda items.

• Approval of December 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of November 30, 2023, financial statement
• Approval of 2023 Tax Levy certification
• Resolution No. 514-012024 regarding Public Funds Investment Policy
• Lease Agreement between the City and Garden Ridge Lions Club