Kaufman County public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council and TIRZ #2 board will meet to discuss an amended project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2. The council will also review several land development plats and a grant agreement for a recreational trail. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the City Manager position and real property at 202 S. Washington St.

• Amended Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2
• Development Plat for Kings Fort Addition (11.56 acres) for multi-family and commercial lots
• Final Plat for La Vega Ranch (92.72 acres) for 10 residential lots and 1 private road lot
• Site Plan for 3020 E. Highway 175
• Chapter 380 Economic Development Grant Agreement with Tony Collins Art, Inc.

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss the sale of city-owned property to Project Pegasus and a matching grant for a local business. The board will also receive a presentation on state economic development programs.

• Site Enhancement Matching Grant for Clear Film Printing, Inc. at 3020 E. US Hwy. 175
• Purchase and sale of city-owned property at 112 S. Jackson St. with Project Pegasus
• Presentation by Janie Havel from the Governor's Office Department of Economic Development & Tourism
• Executive session to discuss negotiations for projects including Pegasus, Bluebonnet, Lego, and others

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommendations for City Council regarding three development projects. These include a multi-family and commercial lot, a residential subdivision, and a commercial site plan.

• Development Plat of Kings Fort Parkway and SH 34 for 1 multi-family and 1 commercial lot (Case No. DP-02-22)
• Final Plat of La Vega Ranch at 2075 CR 4104 for 10 residential lots and 1 private road lot (Case No. FP-13-22)
• Site Plan for 3020 E. U.S. Highway 175 in the HC Highway Commercial District (Case No. SP-03-22)

City Council

The City Council and TIRZ #1 are meeting to discuss funding and development agreements for the Georgetown project. The body will also consider a downtown square construction contract and several civil rights policies related to a TxCDBG grant.

• Ordinance O-39-22 for the issuance and sale of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for PID No. 1 Phases #2A-2B
• Development and facilities agreements with Georgetown KF, Ltd.
• Contract award to AquaGreen Global, LLC for pedestrian paving and landscape/irrigation at Kaufman Downtown Square
• Resolution R-41-22 adopting civil rights, fair housing, and excessive force policies for TxCDBG Grant No. CPC-21-0058
• Appointment of four members to the Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council approved several ordinances and agreements related to the Georgetown Development, including the issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds. The Council also awarded a downtown landscaping contract and updated civil rights policies.

• Approved Ordinance O-38-22 for Service and Assessment Plan for PID No. 1 Phases 2A-2B (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-39-22 to issue Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 (7-0)
• Approved First Amended and Restated Georgetown at Kings Fort Development Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Facilities Agreement with Georgetown KF, Ltd. for Phases 2A and 2B (7-0)
• Approved PID No. 1 Phases 2A-2B Construction, Funding, and Acquisition Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Second Amended and Restated TIF Residential Development Reimbursement Agreement (7-0)
• Awarded bid and contract to AquaGreen Global, LLC for Downtown Square landscaping (7-0)
• Authorized purchase and sale of 112 S. Jackson St. for economic development (7-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss a purchase and sale agreement for city-owned property at 112 S. Jackson Street for Project Pegasus. The body will also review a peer committee assessment of Downtown Kaufman and hold an executive session regarding various business prospects and real property.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement for city-owned property at 112 S. Jackson Street (Project Pegasus)
• Texas Downtown Association peer committee assessment of Downtown Kaufman
• Executive session to discuss incentives for prospects including Project Pegasus, Bluebonnet, and Razorback
• Executive session regarding KEDC-owned properties and specific parcel IDs

BOA

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Jose Juarez for multiple zoning variances. These variances would allow a house to be built on a specific lot in the 1500 block of Dellis Street.

• Public hearing for Case No. V-06-22 regarding lot square footage, width, setbacks, and coverage for a property in the 1500 block of Dellis Street
• Approval of August 25, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Public Improvement District and consider a resolution for an amended service and assessment plan for PID No. 1. The body will also review site plans for a school and a commercial property.

• Resolution R-37-22 regarding the Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 1 assessment roll for Phases #2A-2B
• Site Plan for J.R. Phillips Elementary School (SH 243 and FM 2727)
• Site Plan for property at Kings Fort Parkway and Meara Drive (Case No. SP-04-22)
• Police Department Academy Graduate presentation
• Updates on Freeman Farm, Highland Meadow, South Pointe, and Senior Citizen Building

The Kaufman City Council approved an interlocal development agreement with the school district for water, sewer, and roadways for new elementary and junior high campuses. They also approved final and preliminary plats for townhomes, commercial lots, and a mixed-use development, as well as site plans for two hotels, a restaurant, and J.R. Phillips Elementary School. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved interlocal development agreement with Kaufman ISD for water, sewer, and roadways for new school campuses (6-0)
• Approved final plat of Belmont for townhomes, conditioned on engineer's review (6-0)
• Approved land study and preliminary plat of Five Points development (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Kings Fort Addition for 3 commercial lots (6-0)
• Approved site plan for two hotels and one restaurant on Kings Fort Parkway (6-0)
• Approved site plan for J.R. Phillips Elementary School (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-37-22 for amended service and assessment plan for Public Improvement District No. 1 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, road closure resolutions, and KEDC contract (6-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss business retention and administrative contracts. The board is also considering a matching grant for a downtown construction project and amendments to a site enhancement program.

• Downtown Destination Matching Grant for Christian Serrano Construction, LLC at 217 W. Mulberry St.
• Business retention services contract with Kaufman Chamber of Commerce
• Administrative services contract with the City of Kaufman
• Amendments to the Site Enhancement Matching Grant Program
• Executive session to discuss real property including 112 S. Jackson St.

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several plat and site plan recommendations for City Council. These include a large mixed-use development at S. Washington St. and Five Points Dr., as well as a new elementary school site.

• Five Points Land Study and Preliminary Plat: 134 single-family, 93 townhome, 3 multi-family, and 2 commercial lots on 99.520 acres
• Belmont Final Plat: 5 lots for 10 duplex units on 2.055 acres at Tabor Parkway and Lions Den Trail
• Kings Fort Addition Preliminary Plat: 3 commercial lots on 4.18 acres south of Meara Drive
• Site Plan for two hotels and one restaurant on 4.18 acres at Kings Fort Parkway and Meara Drive
• J.R. Phillips Elementary School Site Plan on 85.213 acres north of SH 243 and west of FM 2727

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and take action on Ordinance O-37-22 regarding the acquisition of a drainage easement. The council will also enter an executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding eminent domain for the property.

• Ordinance O-37-22: Acquisition of approximately 25,397 square feet of land for a permanent drainage easement
• Property location: Approximately 600 feet northwest of the intersection of Melody Circle and Rand Road
• Authorization for the City Manager to obtain appraisal reports and make offers of just compensation
• Authorization for the City Attorney to institute eminent domain proceedings if negotiations fail

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance O-37-22, authorizing the use of eminent domain to acquire a permanent drainage easement of approximately 25,397 square feet and a temporary construction easement for a storm drainage project on Melody Circle. The vote was 5-0, with two councilmembers absent.

• Approved Ordinance O-37-22 authorizing eminent domain for a 25,397 sq ft drainage easement near Melody Circle and Rand Road (5-0)

City Council

The City Council and TIRZ #2 board are meeting to discuss the expansion of the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two boundaries. The council will also consider a residential replat and a design plan for the Downtown Streetscape Project.

• Ordinance O-31-22 to expand the boundaries of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two
• Replat of 406 N. Madison St. to create 3 residential lots on 0.557 acres
• Design plan for the Downtown Streetscape Project
• Participation in a lawsuit against Disney, Hulu, and Netflix for streaming service franchise fees
• Appointment of one member to the Parks and Recreation Board

The Kaufman City Council approved the expansion of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two and a development agreement with Cope Equities, LLC for the Five Point Development, a 99.52-acre project. The council also passed ordinances rezoning properties, amending budgets, adopting new park usage fees, increasing water and sewer rates, and approving a design plan for the Downtown Streetscape Project. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except the utility rate ordinance, which passed 5-0 with one councilmember temporarily absent.

• Approved expansion of TIRZ #2 boundaries with rate and term unchanged (6-0).
• Approved Ordinance O-31-22 expanding TIRZ #2 boundaries (6-0).
• Approved replat of Kaufman Original Block 33, Lots 4-6 into 3 residential lots (6-0).
• Approved rezoning of 3533 E Hwy 175 from A-O to HC Highway Commercial (6-0).
• Approved rezoning of 3260 E Hwy 175 from A-O to C Commercial (6-0).
• Approved Ordinance O-30-22 allowing murals and ghost signs in Central Business District (6-0).
• Approved development agreement with Cope Equities for Five Point Development (6-0).
• Approved increased water and sewer rates via Ordinance O-35-22 (5-0).

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss a resolution supporting the Kaufman Independent School District's November 2022 Bond Election. The board will also consider a property transfer from the City of Kaufman and the adoption of an incentives application form.

• Resolution supporting Kaufman Independent School District's November 2022 Bond Election
• Adoption of an Incentives Application form
• Consent of property transfer from the City of Kaufman at 112 S. Jackson Street
• Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for projects including Pegasus, Razorback, and Post Oak
• Executive session regarding real property including 112 S. Jackson St. and Parcel IDs #49240, 5313, 5388, 5487

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. The body will also consider contract awards for fuel and street maintenance materials.

• Public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget (Ordinance No. 0-24-22)
• Award of bid and contract for motor fuel and oil for Fiscal Year 2023
• Award of bid and contract for street maintenance materials for Fiscal Year 2023
• Nomination of individuals for Places 6 through 9 of the Board of Trustees for the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2022-2023 budget and a property tax rate of $0.767976 per $100 valuation, a 10.5% increase. The council also adopted the KEDC budget, updated the job classification and compensation plan, and authorized a grant application for bullet-resistant shields. All votes were 7-0 except one abstention on the consent agenda.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget (Ordinance O-24-22) 7-0
• Set 2022 property tax rate at $0.767976 per $100 valuation (Ordinance O-25-22) 7-0
• Ratified property tax increase for FY23 budget (Resolution R-34-22) 7-0
• Approved KEDC budget for FY 2022-2023 (Ordinance O-26-22) 7-0
• Updated job grade classification and compensation plan (Ordinance O-27-22) 7-0
• Authorized police grant application for bullet-resistant shields (Resolution R-33-22) 7-0
• Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan update (Resolution R-32-22) 7-0
• Appointed Jason Nelson to Planning and Zoning Commission 7-0

Planning & Zoning

The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding accessibility and meeting location. No specific business items, proposals, or decisions are listed.

BOA

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and remote access information. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to provide direction on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. The regular meeting includes appointments to the Economic Development Corporation and an executive session regarding real property.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 City of Kaufman Budget discussion
• Appointment of three members to the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation for two-year terms
• Executive session regarding real property for Project Snooze
• Review of July 2022 reports for STAR Transit, Careflite, Fire, Police, and Development Services

The City Council approved a 7-0 vote to adopt increased water and sewer rates for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, along with a resolution supporting the KISD bond election and a replat for Kings Fort Addition. The meeting also included a budget work session and a public hearing for a specific use permit for alcohol sales at a downtown restaurant.

• Approved water and sewer rate increases via Ordinance O-22-22 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-30-22 supporting KISD November 2022 Bond Election (7-0)
• Approved replat of Kings Fort Addition, Phase II, Block B, Lots 1R-1A, 1R-1B, 2R-1A, and 2R-1B with variances (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-21-22 for Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at 101 W. Mulberry St. (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-23-22 for Public Improvement District No. 1 Annual Service Plan Update and Assessment Roll 2022-2023 (7-0)
• Appointed Charles Gillenwater, Barry Ratcliffe, and Gail Godwin-Mason to Kaufman Economic Development Corporation (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 4-6 (minutes, Atmos settlement resolution, budget hearing date reset) (7-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss the budget for Fiscal Year 2023 and a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2022. The body will also consider a software renewal contract and hold an executive session regarding business prospects and real property.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
• Fiscal Year 2022 end of year budget amendment
• Renewal contract for sales tax reporting software with Avenu Insights & Analytics
• Executive session on business prospects: Projects Pegasus, Razorback, Post Oak, Cowbell, Sunshine, Snooze, and Home Run
• Executive session on real property: 112 N. Jackson St. and 105 W. Mulberry St.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting and budget work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The body will consider a proposed property tax rate and schedule public hearings for the budget and tax rate.

• Proposed property tax rate of $0.7999760
• Approval of 2022 Certified Property Tax Values (Ordinance O-20-22)
• Contract with TNP for design services for downtown landscaping rehabilitation
• Termination of Development Agreement for 114.8 acres at 4100 Vista Lane
• Transfer of 12 lots and the former Senior Citizen building at 112 N. Jackson St. to the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation

The City Council unanimously approved the 2022 certified property tax values and a proposed property tax rate of $0.7999760, scheduling a public hearing and vote for September 12, 2022. They also set a budget hearing for August 22, 2022, and approved allocating $200,000 for downtown landscaping design services. The council approved terminating a development agreement with Ranchland Holdings and transferring 12 lots and the former Senior Citizen building to the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation.

• Approved minutes from July 25, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-20-22 for 2022 Certified Property Tax Values (7-0)
• Approved proposed property tax rate of $0.7999760, set public hearing and vote for Sept 12, 2022 (7-0)
• Set public hearing for FY 2022-2023 Budget on Aug 22, 2022, and vote on Sept 12, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 allocation for downtown landscaping rehabilitation and contract with TNP (7-0)
• Approved termination/expiration of Development Agreement with Ranchland Holdings for 114.8 acres at 4100 Vista Lane (7-0)
• Approved transfer of 12 lots and former Senior Citizen building at 112 N. Jackson St. to KEDC (7-0)

Planning & Zoning

The provided agenda contains only procedural and accessibility information. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed for this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding assessments for the Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 2. The body is also reviewing city investment, purchasing, and records management policies. Additionally, the council will consider permits and road closures for the 2022 Kaufman Harvest Fest.

• Public hearing on assessments for Prairie Creek Estates Phase III (approx. 17.48 acres)
• Resolution R-26-22: Special Use Permit for beer and wine sales at Kaufman Sports Complex for Harvest Fest
• Resolution R-27-22 and R-28-22: Temporary road closures of SH 243, Business SH-34, and East Fair Street for Harvest Fest
• Resolution R-23-22: Amended City of Kaufman Investment Policy
• Resolution R-29-22: Reimbursement agreement for Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 2

The Kaufman City Council approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for investment, purchasing, records management, and Harvest Fest permits. It also approved a reimbursement agreement and assessment ordinance for Public Improvement District No. 2 (Prairie Creek Estates Phase III), released portions of the ETJ for annexation by Scurry, and authorized the purchase of Lot 15 on Melody Circle. A cost of living increase for city employees was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-10 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-29-22 for PID #2 reimbursement agreement (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-18-22 for PID #2 service and assessment plan (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-19-22 releasing ETJ parcels for Scurry annexation (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of Melody Circle Lot 15 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council, Kaufman Economic Development Corporation, and KISD Board of Trustees are holding a joint meeting. The body will discuss economic development initiatives and a potential school site. They will also consider an incentive agreement for a 106-acre development project.

• Incentive Agreement with Williamsburg Construction Services, Inc. for the 106-acre Highland Meadow Development
• Discussion of off-site improvements for Highland Meadows Development and proposed KISD school site
• Discussion regarding a KISD Bond Referendum for the November 2022 General Election
• Discussion on economic development initiatives and commercial land use
• Budget meeting announcement for August 8

The City Council approved the Highland Meadow Development Incentive Agreement with Williamsburg Construction Services, Inc. for a 106-acre tract in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The vote was unanimous (7-0). Other items were informational, including a presentation on infrastructure for a proposed KISD elementary school and a discussion on a potential KISD bond referendum for November 2022.

• Approved Highland Meadow Development Incentive Agreement with Williamsburg Construction Services, Inc. (7-0)

Planning & Zoning

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and the consideration of minutes from the June 7, 2022, meeting. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider the sale and issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022. The body will also review a service and assessment plan for Public Improvement District No. 2 and a grant application for the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.

• Ordinance O-17-22 regarding General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022
• Resolution R-21-22 regarding the Kaufman Public Improvement District No. 2 (Prairie Creek) assessment plan
• Resolution R-22-22 regarding the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Local Park Grant Program
• Jurisdictional Memorandum of Understanding between City of Kaufman Police and Kaufman ISD Police
• Future Water Planning and Careflite updates

The Kaufman City Council approved a major rezoning for the Five Points development, changing 99.5 acres from PD-3 to PD-22 with mixed residential and commercial uses. They also approved preliminary plats for Windsor Park 2 (447 lots) and Enclave at Kings Fort (215 lots), a final plat for South Pointe at Kaufman Sports Village, and several agreements and ordinances. All votes were unanimous (6-0 or 7-0).

• Approved Ordinance O-15-22 rezoning 99.5 acres for Five Points development (6-0)
• Approved Land Study and Preliminary Plat for Windsor Park 2, 447 lots (6-0)
• Approved Land Study and Preliminary Plat for Enclave at Kings Fort, 215 lots (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for South Pointe at Kaufman Sports Village with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Georgetown Phases 2A and 2B Facilities Agreement (6-0)
• Approved Chapter 380 Agreement with Cedar Crest Development, pending legal review (6-0)
• Tabled Highland Meadow Development Incentive Agreement until July meeting (6-0)
• Approved Ordinances O-16-22 and O-17-22 for bond issuance (6-0 each)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and a contract template for downtown matching grants. The body will also consider a specific matching grant for a business at 101 W. Mulberry St.

• Downtown Destination Matching Grant for Jesse's Fajitas & Rita's at 101 W. Mulberry St.
• Contract template for the downtown destination matching grant program
• Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget priorities
• Executive session to discuss projects Blue, Orange, Pegasus, Razorback, Post Oak, Cowbell, and Phoenix
• Executive session regarding real property including Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park and South Pointe Development

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved a contract template for its downtown destination matching grant program and approved the first grant application from Jesse's Fajitas & Rita's for a location at 101 W. Mulberry St. The board also discussed the July meeting schedule and FY 2022-23 budget priorities, but took no action on those items. The minutes from the May 10 meeting were not available, so no action was taken on them. The board entered executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and real property, but no action was taken afterward.

• Approved contract template for downtown destination matching grant program (3-0)
• Approved Downtown Destination Matching Grant for Jesse's Fajitas & Rita's at 101 W. Mulberry St. (3-0)
• No action on May 10 meeting minutes (not available)
• No action on July meeting schedule (discussed only)
• No action on FY 2022-23 budget priorities (discussed only)
• No action on executive session matters

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to conduct routine business. The primary item on the agenda is the consideration of minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of May 3, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 will meet to discuss boundary amendments and budget adjustments. The body will consider a grant application for the COPS Hiring Program and review monthly departmental reports.

• Recommendation to engage David Pettit as a TIRZ consultant to amend the TIRZ #2 boundary
• Ordinance 0-14-22 to amend the KEDC 2021-2022 Fiscal Year Budget
• Resolution R-20-22 to apply for a U.S. Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program grant
• Update on Georgetown PID
• Review of STAR Transit Ridership Report for April 2022

The Kaufman City Council approved engaging David Pettit as a TIRZ #2 consultant to amend the zone boundary, approved two development agreements (La Vega Ranch and Windsor Park II) contingent on final legal review, adopted the recodified Code of Ordinances, amended the Civic Center rental fee schedule, amended the KEDC budget, and authorized a COPS Hiring Program grant application. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Engaged David Pettit as TIRZ #2 consultant to amend boundary (7-0)
• Approved La Vega Ranch Development Agreement contingent on final legal review (7-0)
• Approved Windsor Park II Development Agreement subject to final legal review (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-12-22 recodifying Code of Ordinances (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-13-22 amending Civic Center rental fee schedule (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-14-22 amending KEDC 2021-2022 budget (7-0)
• Authorized Resolution R-20-22 for COPS Hiring Program grant application (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the results of the May 7, 2022, Joint General Election to declare elected officials. The council is also considering an ordinance to increase water and sewer tap fees and will appoint a Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Canvassing of the May 7, 2022, Joint General Election results (Ordinance O-10-22)
• Increase in sewer tap fees (Ordinance O-11-22)
• Appointment of Mayor Pro-Tem
• Recognition of Jeff Council and Barry Ratcliffe for council service (Resolutions R-18-22 and R-19-22)
• Updates on Melody Circle, KEDC & KISD meeting, and Civic Center rental fees

The City Council canvassed the May 7, 2022 election results, officially declaring the three newly elected councilmembers. They also appointed Matt Phillips as Mayor Pro-Tem, approved a sewer tap fee increase, and recognized outgoing councilmembers Jeff Council and Barry Ratcliffe.

• Approved Ordinance O-10-22 canvassing election results (5-0)
• Appointed Matt Phillips as Mayor Pro-Tem (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-11-22 increasing sewer tap fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-18-22 commending Jeff Council (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-19-22 commending Barry Ratcliffe (5-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss routine reports and take action on several items, including a new matching grant program for the downtown square area, a mid-year budget amendment, and a contract template for a site enhancement grant. The board will also consider a Code of Ethics policy and hold closed sessions to discuss economic development negotiations, real property, and the executive director's performance.

• Consider creating a new matching grant program for the downtown square area
• Consider a mid-year budget amendment for the KEDC
• Consider a contract template for the site enhancement matching grant program
• Consider adopting a Code of Ethics policy
• Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park Lot 9 and KEDC-owned properties

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider routine items, including approval of meeting minutes and a recommendation on the final plat for Georgetown at Kings Fort Phase 2B, a 14.312-acre tract. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person.

• Final plat of Georgetown at Kings Fort Phase 2B, 14.312 acres (Property ID 5239)
• Approval of April 5, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will administer the oath to new Police Chief Les Edwards, hear a presentation on the FY 2020-2021 financial audit and vote on its acceptance, and consider several development plats. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and three plats: The Palms at Kaufman Lake (664.642 acres), Freeman Farm (123 lots), and Georgetown at Kings Fort Phase 2A (94 lots). A public hearing will be held on a specific use permit for an auto body shop at 502 E. Grove St. The council will also enter executive session to evaluate the City Manager and City Secretary.

• Oath of office for new Police Chief Les Edwards
• Acceptance of FY 2020-2021 Financial Audit Report
• Development Plat of The Palms at Kaufman Lake (664.642 acres, ETJ)
• Final Plat of Freeman Farm (123 residential lots, US 175)
• Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for auto body shop at 502 E. Grove St. (penalty up to $2,000/day)

The Kaufman City Council accepted the FY 2020-2021 financial audit, approved a specific use permit for an auto body/powder coating shop at 502 E. Grove St. with conditions, and passed ordinances and resolutions for park improvements, debt issuance, ARPA fund use, and an EV charging station contract. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except the City Manager's compensation increase (5-0).

• Accepted FY 2020-2021 Financial Audit Report (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6-10 including plats for The Palms at Kaufman Lake, Freeman Farm, and Georgetown at Kings Fort Phase 2A (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-08-22 for SUP-51 auto body shop at 502 E. Grove St. with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-09-22 adding Kaufman Trail Concept Master Plan to parkland dedication requirements (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-17-22 for notice of intent to issue certificates of obligation for park improvements (6-0)
• Awarded Shannon Park Improvement contract to Home Run Construction (6-0)
• Authorized use of ARPA funds as discussed (6-0)
• Approved contract with Greenspot for EV charging stations (6-0)

City Council

The Kaufman City Council is holding a two-day planning retreat to discuss strategy, finances, capital projects, development, and transportation. No formal action will be taken except on the minutes from a prior meeting; any votes will be scheduled for future council meetings.

• Financial review including FY operations, fund balance, KCAD projections, and ARPA strategy
• Capital improvement projects: WWTP improvements and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
• Park improvements: TPWD grant for City Lake Park, Master Hike and Bike Trail Plan, Kings Fort Park design
• Development projects: Kings Fort, Georgetown, South Pointe, and future projects list
• FY23 tax rate strategies and debt services review

The Kaufman City Council held a two-day planning retreat with no substantive decisions, only discussions and staff updates. The sole action taken was approving the minutes from the April 14, 2022 Special City Council Meeting, which passed 6-0. Topics discussed included financial reviews, capital projects, development updates, and tax strategies.

• Approved minutes from April 14, 2022 Special City Council Meeting (6-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will receive financial and executive reports, review a mid-year report, approve March minutes, and set budget priorities for FY 2022-23. It will also hold a closed executive session to discuss economic development negotiations with several named projects and properties, as well as a performance evaluation of the executive director.

• Budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2022-23
• Executive session on economic development negotiations: Project Razorback, Project Man Cave, Project Snooze, South Pointe Development, Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park - Lot 9
• Executive session on real property: KEDC-Owned Properties, Prairie Creek Business Park - Lot 9, Parcel IDs #5313, 49240, 5487
• Executive Director six-month performance evaluation
• Mid-Year Report staff presentation

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hear a presentation on the FY 2020-2021 financial audit and consider accepting it. They will also vote on committing local matching funds for FEMA hazard mitigation grants, discuss a potential wastewater impact fee, and consider a contract with Greenspot for EV charging stations. Two ordinances authorizing eminent domain for drainage easements are on the agenda, along with routine consent items and reports.

• Acceptance of FY 2020-2021 Financial Audit Report
• Resolution R-16-22 committing local matching funds for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Projects
• Discussion on potential wastewater impact fee
• Contract with Greenspot for EV charging stations
• Ordinances 0-07-22 and 0-08-22 for drainage easements with eminent domain authority

The Kaufman City Council approved a rezoning request for 2.05 acres at 4901 Lions Den Trail from Agricultural/Open Space to Residential Townhouse District for five duplex units. The council also ratified a contract for landscape architecture services for the loop hike and bike trail master plan, approved new park usage fees, and authorized a contract with Greenspot for EV charging stations. The financial audit report was tabled to the April 25 meeting, and an ordinance for a drainage easement on Melody Circle was approved over opposition.

• Approved Ordinance O-05-22 rezoning 2.05 acres at 4901 Lions Den Trail to Residential Townhouse (6-0)
• Ratified contract with Pacheco Koch for landscape architecture services for loop hike and bike trail master plan (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-06-22 adopting new park usage fees (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-16-22 committing local matching funds for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Projects (6-0)
• Initiated wastewater impact fee process (6-0)
• Approved contract with Greenspot for EV charging stations (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-07-22 for drainage easement acquisition with eminent domain authority (5-1)
• Tabled FY 2020-2021 Financial Audit Report to April 25, 2022 (6-0)

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) will meet to receive financial and executive director reports, hear a mid-year Chamber of Commerce update, and discuss business retention and expansion. The board will also consider approving February meeting minutes and discuss a site improvement matching grant program and potential future incentives for downtown businesses. An executive session is scheduled to discuss economic development negotiations for Project Razorback at Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park and real property matters.

• Discussion on site improvement matching grant program and potential EDC incentives for downtown Kaufman businesses
• Executive session on economic development negotiations for Project Razorback at Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park
• Executive session on real property including County-Owned Properties, TXDOT Property, KEDC-Owned Properties, Downtown Square Properties, and specific Kaufman CAD parcel IDs
• Mid-Year Report from Anne Glassock, President & CEO, Kaufman Chamber of Commerce
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2022 KEDC meeting

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved the minutes from its February 8, 2022 meeting. The board received financial, executive director, and chamber reports, and discussed the site improvement matching grant program and potential future incentive programs for downtown businesses. An executive session was held regarding economic development negotiations and real property, but no action was required.

• Approved minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Discussed site improvement matching grant program and potential EDC incentives for downtown businesses
• Held executive session on economic development negotiations (Project Razorback) and real property; no action taken

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a zone change application. The commission will then make a recommendation to the City Council concerning the proposed residential development.

• Public hearing for rezoning 2.05 acres from Agricultural/Open Space District to Residential Townhouse District at 4901 Lions Den Trail
• Proposed development of five two-family duplex units by H.B. Builders, LLC
• Review and action on the January 4, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Kaufman City Council, along with TIRZ #1 and #2, will meet to consider recommendations on the FY-21 annual reports for both tax increment reinvestment zones. The council will also receive annual reports from the fire and police departments, discuss a potential mural ordinance, and consider several resolutions including continued participation with the Oncor steering committee and awards for hazard mitigation and IT services.

• Consider FY-21 TIRZ #1 and #2 annual reports
• Receive 2021 annual reports from Fire and Police Departments
• Resolution R-06-22: authorize continued participation with Oncor steering committee (10 cents per capita)
• Resolution R-07-22: award for 2022 Texas Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grant application
• Discussion on potential mural ordinance and purchase of recording/streaming camera system

BOA

This is a procedural meeting of the Kaufman County Zoning Board of Adjustment. The only action item is approval of the minutes from the December 9, 2021 regular meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of December 9, 2021 meeting minutes

KEDC

The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving minutes, a financial adjustment for the Inclusive Park Project, a letter of support for a grant application, and setting industry targets for KEDC-owned properties. The board will also hear a staff presentation on industrial site selection and hold closed sessions for economic development negotiations and real property discussions.

• Financial adjustment to City of Kaufman Inclusive Park Project
• Letter of support for Trinity Valley Community College ARPA Good Jobs Challenge grant
• Industry and development targets for KEDC-owned properties
• Executive session on Project Maple Leaf, Project Razorback, Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park
• Executive session on real property including KEDC-owned and downtown square properties

City Council

The Kaufman City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 24, 2022, addressing a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, rescheduling a meeting, amending the KEDC budget, renewing the tax abatement policy, and ratifying a planning services agreement. They will also make appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment, and receive updates on various city reports and upcoming events. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property negotiations.

• Ordinance 0-02-22 amending KEDC 2021-2022 Fiscal Year Budget to balance revenue surplus, expense surplus, and shortfall
• Resolution R-05-22 declaring city qualified to offer tax abatement and renewing Tax Abatement Policy
• Ratify Professional Services Agreement with HE Planning+ Design, LLC for on-call planning services
• Appointment to Planning and Zoning Commission (term through November 2022)
• Appointment of alternate to Board of Zoning Adjustment (term through September 2022)

The City Council approved a development agreement with Kaufman One WW for the Freeman Farm residential development, subject to final legal review, and created Public Improvement District No. 3 for the same property. The council also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a PACE program, a specific use permit, election calling, and budget amendments. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Development Agreement with Kaufman One WW for Freeman Farm (6-0)
• Created Public Improvement District No. 3 via Resolution R-03-22 (6-0)
• Established PACE program via Resolution R-04-22 (6-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Lone Star PACE (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit SUP-50 for light equipment sales at 3440 E Hwy 175 (6-0)
• Called General Election for May 7, 2022 via Ordinance O-01-22 (6-0)
• Amended KEDC budget via Ordinance O-02-22 (6-0)
• Renewed Tax Abatement Policy via Resolution R-05-22 (6-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Kaufman County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 4, 2022, at 6:00 PM via videoconference. The agenda includes announcements, citizen comments, and a consent agenda, but no specific zoning cases, ordinances, or contracts are listed. The meeting appears to be largely procedural, with no substantive decisions detailed in the agenda.

• Introduction of Helen-Eve Beadle, AICP of HE Planning-Design, LLC
• Retirement party for Marcy Ratcliff on Jan 24, 2022, at Civic Center
• Consent agenda for routine items (no specifics listed)
• Citizen comments limited to 5 minutes per person