Kaufman County public meetings in 2024
44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Kaufman City Council will meet to discuss economic development negotiations for Project Blue and Project Olaf, consider zoning ordinances for residential developments, and award a contract for shade structures at the sports complex.
- Executive session to discuss economic development negotiations for Project Blue and Project Olaf
- Public hearing on Ordinance O-28-24 regarding right-of-way abandonment in Cottage Heights Addition
- Public hearing on Ordinance O-29-24 to rezone 3.95 acres for attached single-family residential use
- Public hearing on Ordinance O-30-24 to amend development standards for a 42.319-acre Planned Development-11R District
- Award or rejection of a bid for shade-covering structures at the Kaufman Sports Complex
The City Council approved a term sheet for Project Olaf, an economic development project, and authorized the City Manager and Mayor to execute related documents. It also approved three ordinances: a right-of-way abandonment and dedication, a zoning amendment for First Baptist Church, and a rezoning for a townhome development. A contract for replacing shade structures at the Kaufman Sports Complex was awarded to Ridgemark Roofing.
- Approved Project Olaf term sheet and authorized execution (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-28-24 for right-of-way abandonment and dedication (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-30-24 amending PD-11R for First Baptist Church (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance O-29-24 rezoning to PD-30 for townhomes (6-1)
- Awarded shade structure replacement contract to Ridgemark Roofing for $53,625 (7-0)
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will approve its monthly financial report and the minutes from the November 12 meeting. Board members will discuss naming the corporation's 145‑acre industrial property near US‑175 and Fair Road. They will consider a cost‑participation agreement for the Hampton Inn project, not to exceed $100,000 with the city reimbursing $50,000. An executive session will be held to deliberate economic‑development negotiations for several listed projects.
- Approve monthly Financial Report from the Treasurer
- Approve minutes from the November 12, 2024 KEDC meeting
- Decide on a development name for the 145‑acre industrial property near US‑175 and Fair Road
- Approve cost participation up to $100,000 for the Hampton Inn project, with $50,000 city reimbursement
- Executive session to discuss economic‑development negotiations for projects Pie, Blue, Snooze, Jetson, Olaf, AC/DC, DP, Kettle, Rogue Roller
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved a cost participation agreement with the City of Kaufman for the Hampton Inn project, with KEDC contributing up to $100,000 and the city reimbursing $50,000. The board also named its 145-acre industrial property 'Kaufman Commerce Park' and approved the monthly financial report and prior meeting minutes. No action was taken on the executive director's report or executive session discussions.
- Approved monthly financial report (4-0)
- Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved naming 145-acre industrial property 'Kaufman Commerce Park' (4-0)
- Approved cost participation with City of Kaufman for Hampton Inn project, not to exceed $100,000, with city reimbursing $50,000 (4-0)
Planning & Zoning
The Kaufman Planning & Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from its November 4, 2024 meeting. It will hold public hearings and make recommendations to City Council on two rezoning requests: one for a 3.95‑acre parcel to change from Single‑Family Residential‑8 to Planned Development‑30, and another to revise Planned Development‑11R on about 42.319 acres at 2000 W. Fair St. The commission will also conduct a training workshop and select a new chairman and vice‑chairman.
- Approve minutes of the November 4, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting (consent agenda).
- Public hearing and recommendation to City Council to rezone ~3.95 acres from SF‑8 to PD‑30 (west side of Clay St. and north side of Hickory St.; Property IDs 18477, 28530, 28845; Case No: 2-08-24).
- Public hearing and recommendation to City Council to revise Planned Development‑11R on ~42.319 acres at 2000 W. Fair St. (Property IDs 9373, 28821, 60586, 71676, 185104; Case No: Z-10-24).
- Planning and Zoning Commission training/workshop.
- Selection of Chairman and Vice‑Chairman.
BOA
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 2005 Rand Road. The board will also consider the minutes from the October 29, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing for variance request by John Dunwoody regarding Minimum Lot Depth at 2005 Rand Road (Case No. V-07-24)
City Council
The council will discuss a conceptual site plan for a future public works facility in a work session. In the regular session, council members will act on several consent agenda items, consider a tax collection report, vote on an appraisal district board appointment, and hold public hearings on the dissolution and creation of Public Improvement District Number Five, as well as an ordinance for a specific use permit for alcoholic beverage sales. Additional items include appointments to the Zoning Board and Planning and Zoning Commission, updates from city departments, and an executive session on economic development and security matters.
- Consider and adopt Resolution R-31-24 to dissolve City of Kaufman Public Improvement District #5 (approx. 73.09 acres) in the Thomas Beedy Survey.
- Consider and adopt Resolution R-32-24 to create City of Kaufman Public Improvement District #5 (approx. 132.10 acres) in the Thomas Beedy Survey.
- Consider Ordinance No. 0-27-24 to grant a Specific Use Permit for alcoholic beverage sales at 303 W. Mulberry St. (Eleanor’s Coffee Shop).
- Approve Contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc. for Pavement Rehabilitation and Resurfacing Services under RFB No 2024-010.
- Approve Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Ellis County for a cooperative purchasing program.
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will act on its consent agenda, including the monthly financial report and minutes from recent meetings. The board will discuss a concept plan for a 145‑acre industrial property located near US Highway 175 and Fair Road. It will also consider submitting a 2025‑2026 Texas Community Development Block Grant application. An executive session will be held to deliberate economic‑development negotiations and a real‑property transaction for Project Pie.
- Approve monthly Financial Report from the Treasurer
- Approve minutes from the September 17 and October 8, 2024 KEDC meetings
- Consider concept plan for 145‑acre industrial property near US‑175 and Fair Road
- Consider submission of 2025‑2026 Texas Community Development Block Grant application
- Executive session to discuss economic‑development negotiations for projects (Pie, Blue, Snooze, Jetson, Olaf, AC/DC, DP, Kettle, Rogue Roller) and real‑property purchase for Project Pie
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will make recommendations to City Council regarding a rezoning request for townhomes and duplexes and a permit for alcohol sales. The body will also review a revised site plan for Walmart to allow drone delivery services.
- Rezoning of 3.95 acres at Clay St. and Hickory St. from Single-Family Residential-8 to Planned Development-30 for townhomes and duplexes
- Specific Use Permit (SUP-57) for alcoholic beverage sales at Eleanor’s Coffee Shop, 303 W. Mulberry St.
- Revised site plan for Walmart at 300 Kings Fort Parkway to accommodate drone delivery services
- Final Plat of Five Points Addition, Block B, Lot 3 at S. Washington St. & Roundup Dr.
- Approval of September 3, 2024 meeting minutes
BOA
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two requests for zoning variances to allow the construction of single-family houses. The board will also consider the minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting.
- Variance request for 401 South Clay Street regarding minimum lot depth and minimum rear yard (Case No. V-05-24)
- Variance request for 1307 E. 1st North Street regarding minimum lot width (Case No. V-06-24)
City Council
The Kaufman City Council will consider an Agreed Termination, Release and Settlement Agreement for the South Pointe (Cedar Crest) Development involving the city, TIRZ #2 and Cedar Crest Development Company. The council will also discuss Walmart's proposed drone delivery service for the local store. Several resolutions will be voted on, including a police grant application for flock cameras and public hearings on the creation and dissolution of Public Improvement District No. 5. The meeting includes a work session, consent agenda items, and an executive session for economic‑development negotiations.
- Approve Agreed Termination, Release and Settlement Agreement for South Pointe (Cedar Crest) Development
- Presentation and discussion of Walmart's addition of Drone Delivery Services to the Kaufman location
- Resolution R-27-24: authorize Police Chief to apply for Catalytic Converter Grant for flock cameras
- Resolution R-28-24: set public hearing to dissolve Public Improvement District No. 5 (≈ 73.09 acres, Thomas Beedy Survey)
- Resolution R-29-24: set public hearing to create Public Improvement District No. 5 (≈ 132.10 acres, Thomas Beedy Survey)
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss updates to site enhancement and downtown destination matching grants. The board will also address lawn maintenance notices for the Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park. An executive session is scheduled to discuss economic development negotiations with several business prospects.
- Amendments to Site Enhancement Matching Grant Program
- Amendments to Downtown Destination Matching Grant Program
- Lawn services maintenance notice for Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park property owners
- Executive session regarding projects: Pie, Blue, Snooze, Jetson, Olaf, AC/DC, Patriot, DP, Kettle, and Pearl
City Council
The Kaufman City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Resolution R-22-24, which updates the City’s Capital Improvements Plan for fiscal years 2025 through 2029. The council will also act on Ordinance O-22-24 to approve the Annual Service Plan Update and Assessment Roll 2024‑2025 for Public Improvement District No. 3 (Freeman Farm). Additional agenda items include authorizing the issuance of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds (Series 2024), amending several city fee schedules, and adjusting solid‑waste rates with Republic Services. The meeting also contains routine consent agenda items, reports, and an executive session for legal and real‑property matters.
- Resolution R-22-24 – update Capital Improvements Plan FY 2025‑2029 (public hearing)
- Ordinance O-22-24 – approve Annual Service Plan and Assessment Roll 2024‑2025 for PID 3 (Freeman Farm)
- Ordinance O-26-24 – authorize issuance and sale of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 for PID 3
- Ordinance O-25-24 – amend city fee schedules for building permits, food service establishments, and park usage
- Contract adjustment with Republic Services – Consumer Price Index and brush pickup rate changes for solid‑waste collection
BOA
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Jason Raiburn to allow a covered porch to encroach into the front‑yard setback of a single‑family home at 1607 South Houston Street. The board will also consider and act on the consent agenda to approve the minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing on variance request (Section 15.4.B.1) for front‑yard setback at 1607 South Houston Street, Single Family Residential‑10 (Case No. V-04-24)
- Consent agenda to approve Zoning Board of Adjustment minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss a year-end budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024. The board is also considering service contracts with the Kaufman Chamber of Commerce and the City of Kaufman.
- Year-end budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
- Site enhancement matching grant extension for The Gent Law Firm, PLLC at 113 W. Mulberry St.
- Business retention services contract with Kaufman Chamber of Commerce for FY 2024-2025
- Administrative services contract with City of Kaufman for FY 2024-2025
- Lawn services maintenance notice for Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park property owners
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation approved a year-end budget amendment, extended a site enhancement grant for The Gent Law Firm, and approved contracts with the Chamber of Commerce and City of Kaufman. The board also approved a compensation package for the executive director, including a step increase and a $5,000 retention stipend. No action was taken on a lawn services maintenance notice for Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park.
- Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
- Approved minutes from August 13, 2024 meeting (5-0)
- Approved executive director compensation: one step on Oct 1, 2024, one step on anniversary date, and $5,000 retention stipend (5-0)
- Approved FY 2024 year-end budget amendments (5-0)
- Approved extension of site enhancement matching grant for The Gent Law Firm until Oct 31, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved business retention services contract with Kaufman Chamber of Commerce for FY 2024-2025 (5-0)
- Approved administrative services contract with City of Kaufman for FY 2024-2025 (5-0)
- No action on lawn services maintenance notice for Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation meeting set for September 10, 2024 was canceled, so no agenda items were acted upon. The agenda had included a financial report, minutes, a FY2024 budget amendment, a grant extension for The Gent Law Firm, contracts with the Kaufman Chamber of Commerce and the City of Kaufman, a lawn‑services notice for Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park, and several executive‑session topics.
- Year‑end budget amendment for the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation FY2024 budget
- Extension of the site‑enhancement matching grant for The Gent Law Firm, PLLC, 113 W. Mulberry St.
- Business retention services contract with Kaufman Chamber of Commerce for FY2024‑2025
- Administrative services contract with City of Kaufman for FY2024‑2025
- Lawn services maintenance notice for property owners in Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a site plan for a CiCi's Pizza location. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council regarding the proposal.
- Site plan for CiCi's Pizza on approximately 1.24 acres at the southwest corner of S. Washington St. & Roundup Dr. (Case No. SP-02-24)
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing to adopt the City of Kaufman's Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 budget and the 2024 property tax rate of $0.7600000 per $100 of assessed value. A separate ordinance will rezone a 43.757‑acre parcel at the northeast corner of State Highway 34 and Rand Road to Planned Development‑29 for light industrial uses. The council will also consider purchases of a sewer‑crawler camera trailer (up to $144,885) and a Cat Mini 303.5 excavator (up to $81,679). Additional items include a water‑tank repair resolution and appointments to the Economic Development Corporation board.
- Adopt FY 2024‑25 City of Kaufman budget (Ordinance O-18-24)
- Adopt 2024 property tax rate of $0.7600000 per $100 assessed value (Ordinance O-19-24)
- Rezone 43.757‑acre tract at State Highway 34 & Rand Road to Planned Development‑29 (Ordinance O-20-24)
- Purchase sewer‑crawler camera trailer, not to exceed $144,885
- Purchase Cat Mini 303.5 excavator, not to exceed $81,679
BOA
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a residential property. The board will also review minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing for Amie Baldwin regarding a variance for enclosed parking at 2004 Melody Street (Case V-03-24)
- Approval of June 6, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss the FY 2025 budget and proposed projects for City Council approval. The board will also consider a three-year audit services contract and hold executive sessions regarding real property and business prospects.
- FY 2025 KEDC Budget and proposed projects
- Three-year audit services contract with YWRD, PC
- Executive session on real property including SH 34 Connector Road and Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park Lots 9 & 10
- Executive session on economic development negotiations for projects including Pie, Blue, Orange, Snooze, Jetson, Olaf, Ker, AC/DC, Patriot, and DP
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to make a recommendation to City Council regarding a rezoning request. The proposal involves changing a tract of land from Light Industrial and Single-Family Residential-8 to Planned Development-29 for light industrial uses.
- Public hearing for Case No: Z-07-24 to rezone 43.757 acres (Property ID 16826) at the northeast corner of State Highway 34 and Rand Road to Planned Development-29
City Council
The Kaufman City Council will discuss the proposed FY 2024‑2025 budget and provide direction to staff. Council members will consider Ordinance O-17-24, which approves the 2024 certified property tax values. They will also set a public hearing and vote for a property tax rate not to exceed $0.7600000 on August 26, 2024. The same date will be set for a public hearing and vote on the FY 2024‑2025 budget.
- Consider Ordinance O-17-24 approving 2024 certified property tax values
- Propose a property tax rate not to exceed $0.7600000 and schedule a public hearing/vote for Aug 26, 2024 at City Hall, 209 S. Washington St.
- Set date, time, and place for a public hearing and vote on the FY 2024‑2025 budget for Aug 26, 2024 at City Hall, 209 S. Washington St.
BOA
The Kaufman County Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on a variance request from Amie Baldwin to convert an existing one‑car garage into living space at 2004 Melody Circle, a Single Family Residential‑6 lot. The board will also consider the minutes from its June 6, 2024 regular meeting as a consent agenda item. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the pledge of allegiance, invocation, and an opportunity for citizen comments.
- Public hearing on variance request (Case No. V-03-24) to allow garage conversion at 2004 Melody Circle (Lot 77, Harmony Estates Addition)
- Consideration of Zoning Board of Adjustment minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting (consent agenda)
- Citizen comment period (up to 5 minutes per speaker)
- Standard procedural items: pledge of allegiance, invocation, adjournment
City Council
The City Council and TIRZ #4 board will discuss financing plans for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 4. The meeting includes a public hearing on a specific use permit for a private club and restaurant, as well as several contract awards for city services and infrastructure.
- Public hearing for Specific Use Permit-47 Revised for a private club and restaurant at 5962 Fair Road
- Approval of Project and Financing Plan for TIRZ #4 ('The Trails')
- Annual Service Plan Updates and Assessment Rolls for PID 1 ('Georgetown') and PID 2 ('Prairie Creek')
- Facilities Agreement for The Enclave at Kings Fort development on 19.741 acres
- Bid awards for Audit Services, FY 2025 health benefits, and improvements for Crestview Drive and Royal Drive
KEDC
The KEDC will consider a short-term land lease with Pavecon Public Works, LP for a temporary concrete batch plant to serve the Kaufman County Justice Center Connector Road. The board will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and review monthly financial reports.
- Short-term land lease with Pavecon Public Works, LP for a temporary concrete batch plant
- Discussion of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget
- Review of monthly financial report
- Approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a revision to Specific Use Permit-47. This item concerns a private club and restaurant located at 5962 Fair Road. Following the hearing, the commission will make a recommendation to the City Council.
- Public hearing for SUP-47 revision (private club and restaurant) at 5962 Fair Road
- Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on several zoning changes, including residential and commercial rezonings. The agenda also includes the creation of a 73.09-acre reinvestment zone known as "The Trails." Additionally, officials will consider funding for sewer repairs and storm cleanup.
- Rezoning 1.193 .acres at East Highway 175 from Agriculture to Highway Commercial
- Rezoning 41 acres on Tabor Parkway for single-family residential use
- Creation of Reinvestment Zone Number Four ("The Trails") covering approximately 73.09 acres
- Emergency sewer repair purchase order up to $61,775.00
- Authorization for up to $100,000.00 for storm cleanup brush removal
BOA
The Kaufman Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on June 6, 2024, to review a variance request for lot area and width at 405 N. Alton St. The board’s decision determines whether the property meets local development standards for residential construction in the SF-6 zone. The agenda also lists routine approval of minutes from the February 27 meeting.
- Public hearing on variance request for lot area and width at 405 N. Alton St. (Parcel ID 28678)
- Review of zoning code sections 17.4.A.1 and 17.4.A.2 for a single-family residential lot
- Approval of Zoning Board minutes from the February 27, 2024 regular meeting
Planning & Zoning
The Kaufman Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land-use changes. The commission will review requests for highway commercial zoning, a furniture manufacturing permit revision, and a large-scale residential rezoning. These items are being reviewed to provide recommendations to the City Council.
- Rezoning 1.1934 acres from Agriculture/Open District to Highway Commercial at 3300 block of East Highway 175 (Case Z-02-24)
- Revision to Specific Use Permit for furniture manufacturing at 2400 Tabor Parkway (Case Z-03-24)
- Rezoning 41.00 acres from PD-7-SF-6 to PD-27 on the east side of Tabor Parkway (Case Z-04-24)
City Council
The Council will consider a new Water Conservation Plan that includes penalties of up to $2,000 per day for noncompliance. The agenda also includes reviews of land plats and budget amendments.
- Ordinance O-08-24: New Water Conservation Plan with penalties up to $2,000 per day
- Final Plat for Kaufman County Justice Center Addition at 1902 E. U.S. 175
- Preliminary Plat for Lexington Addition, Phase 2 for 11 residential lots
- Ordinance O-06-24: Amendment to the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget
- Renewal of Potable Water Supply Contract with Becker Jiba Water Supply Corporation
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will consider a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Staff will also present the FY 2023 audit report and the 2023 annual report for discussion. The meeting includes updates on marketing, business retention, and commercial development activities.
- Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Presentation of FY 2023 Audit Report
- Presentation of 2023 Annual Report
- Review of monthly Financial Report
- Review of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing two plat applications to recommend action to City Council. These include a final plat for the Kaufman County Justice Center addition and a preliminary plat for 22 duplex units in the Lexington Addition.
- Final Plat recommendation for Kaufman County Justice Center (52.454 acres)
- Preliminary Plat recommendation for Lexington Addition, Phase 2 (11 lots/22 duplex units)
- Approval of April 2, 2024, meeting minutes
General
The Kaufman City Council is conducting a two-day retreat to discuss long-term strategic goals and upcoming projects. Topics include park improvements, economic development updates, and FY25 budget strategies. No official votes or actions will be taken during this session.
- Park projects including City Lakes Park and Kings Fort Park
- Development updates for Georgetown at Kings Fort and Five Points
- Review of FY25 budget and tax rate strategies
- Discussion of wastewater treatment plant plans
- Capital improvement plan and street maintenance updates
City Council
The council is holding a two-day planning retreat to discuss long-term strategy and city priorities. Topics include park projects, development updates, and financial reviews. No official votes or actions will be taken during this session.
- Park projects including City Lakes Park and Kings Fort Park
- Development updates for Georgetown at Kings Fort, Five Points, and Freeman Farm
- Financial review of current FY operations and debt services
- Discussion on FY25 budget and tax rate strategies
- Updates on street maintenance and capital improvement plans
City Council
The City Council will review development agreements for the Enclave at Kings Fort and The Trails projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on a new subdivision ordinance and alcohol sales at a restaurant.
- Development agreement for 41-acre Enclave at Kings Fort tract
- Development agreement for 73.09-acre The Trails tract
- Street Curb & Gutter Reconstruction contract for E. 1st North Street
- Road closures for the 2023 Red White & BOOM Event on June 29, 2024
- Specific Use Permit for alcohol sales at B&B Steakhouse and Meat Market
KEDC
The KEDC Board will consider a resolution supporting the May 2024 Kaufman ISD Bond Proposal. The board will also review a budget amendment for the FY 2024 budget and a grant extension for The Gent Law Firm, PLLC. Staff will provide updates on marketing and business retention activities.
- Resolution in support of May 2024 Kaufman ISD Bond Proposal
- Budget amendment to the FY 2024 Kaufman EDC Budget
- Grant extension for The Gent Law Firm, PLLC at 113 W. Mulberry St.
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a specific use permit for alcoholic beverage sales at 112 N. Washington St. The commission will also consider replacing the city's Subdivision Ordinance with new regulations.
- Specific Use Permit (SUP-56) for alcohol sales at B&B Steakhouse and Meat Market
- Amendment to replace Chapter 9B, 'Subdivision Ordinance' of the Kaufman Code of Ordinances
City Council
The City Council will review the FY 2022-2023 Financial Audit Report and discuss city certificates of deposit. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding tax abatement policy renewal.
- Public hearing for Tax Abatement Policy renewal (Resolution R-08-24)
- Setting a public hearing for Public Improvement District No. 5 (The Trails)
- Setting a public hearing for Public Improvement District No. 6 (The Enclave at Kings Fort)
- Bid award or rejection for Kaufman Northeast Utilities Waterline Improvements
- Resolution supporting the Kaufman ISD Bond Election on May 4, 2024
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will consider a Downtown Destination Matching Grant for B&B Steakhouse & Meat Market at 110/112 N. Washington St. The board will also review monthly financial reports and receive updates on business retention and marketing activities.
- Downtown Destination Matching Grant for B&B Steakhouse & Meat Market
- Review of monthly financial report
- Approval of January 9 and February 13 meeting minutes
- Executive session regarding economic development negotiations
- Executive session regarding real property, including SH 34 Connector Road
BOA
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request to allow a house to be built at 1009 East 1st North Street. The request involves adjustments to lot area, width, side yard setback, and lot coverage. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting.
- Variance request for 1009 East 1st North Street (Case No. V-01-24)
- Approval of June 20, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council and three Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones will review FY-23 annual reports. The council will also consider several development items, including a public improvement district hearing and residential plats. Additionally, an ordinance will be considered to cancel the May 4 general election because candidates are unopposed.
- Public hearing for Public Improvement District Number Five (The Enclave)
- Final plat for 101 residential lots at Enclave at Kings Fort Phase 1
- Site plan review for K-Town Express at 1420 E. Mulberry St.
- Cancellation of the May 4, 2024, General Election due to unopposed candidates
- Per capita payments to Atmos and Oncor steering committees
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will review the monthly financial report and previous meeting minutes. The board will also receive staff updates on marketing, business retention, and commercial development activities.
- Discussion of economic development negotiations for Projects Elsie, Pie, Cowbell, Blue, Orange, Snooze, Jetson, Lego, and Prime, and King's Fort Development
- Deliberation regarding real property including KEDC-Owned Properties, SH 34 Connector Road, Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park Lot 9, Project Pie, and Project Prairie
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend final plats for two developments to the City Council. The first is a 101-lot single-family residential enclave, and the second is a non-residential lot for a truck stop. The commission will also review a site plan for a light industrial business.
- Final Plat of Enclave at Kings Fort Phase 1: 101 single-family lots on 19.741 acres (Case No. FP-01-24)
- Final Plat of Kings Fort Addition, Block F, Lot 1: 4.091 acres for a truck stop at SH 34 and Kings Fort Parkway (Case No. FP-02-24)
- Site Plan for K-Town Express: 2.89 acres at 1420 E. Mulberry St. zoned Light Industrial (Case No. SP-01-24)
City Council
The City Council will consider calling a general election for three council positions and amending the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget. The body will also discuss a proposed rewrite of subdivision regulations and an incentive agreement for a Hampton Inn hotel.
- Ordinance O-02-24 to call the May 4, 2024, General Election for three council members
- Ordinance 0-01-24 to amend the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget
- Economic Development and Incentive Agreement with Myrish Hospitality, LLC for a Hampton Inn hotel
- Bid and contract award for Grant Administration of the 2024 GLO Grant Application
- Interlocal agreement with the Harris County Department of Education for cooperative purchasing
KEDC
The Kaufman Economic Development Corporation will discuss a budget amendment and fund balance for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The board will also consider a site enhancement matching grant for a local business.
- Site Enhancement Matching Grant for Teresa Pineda (dba Teresa's Creations) at 104 S. Jefferson St.
- Budget amendment and assigned fund balance for Fiscal Year 2023-24
- Executive session to discuss incentives for Projects Elsie, Pie, Cowbell, Blue, Orange, Snooze, Jetson, Lego, and Prime
- Executive session regarding real property for KEDC-Owned Properties, SH 34 Connector Road, Prairie Creek Crossing Business Park Lot 9, and Projects Pie and Prairie
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a work session to discuss a proposed rewrite of the City of Kaufman subdivision regulations. The commission will also consider the minutes from two December 2023 meetings.
- Work session regarding the proposed rewrite of City of Kaufman subdivision regulations
- Approval of December 5, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approval of December 11, 2023 joint meeting minutes with City Council