Mansfield public meetings in 2025

HLC - Preservation Education Sub-Committee

The Preservation Education Sub‑Committee will discuss planned preservation activities for 2025, including Preservation Month events, spring outreach, and educational videos for the Mansfield Independent School District. No decisions or votes are noted; the agenda lists only discussion items. The meeting is scheduled for 4:15 PM on March 19, 2025 at City Hall.

• Discussion of Preservation Month programming for 2025
• Planning of spring outreach events
• Development of educational videos for Mansfield ISD

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of the Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan 2035, a long-range preservation strategy. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from February 2025 for the Commission, Preservation Education Sub-Committee, and Preservation Plan Advisory Committee.

• Public hearing on Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan 2035 (HLC#24-001)
• Approval of February 13, 2025 Historic Landmark Commission meeting minutes
• Approval of February 19, 2025 Preservation Education Sub-Committee minutes
• Approval of February 12, 2025 Preservation Plan Advisory Committee minutes

The Historic Landmark Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan 2035, a long-range guide for historic preservation in the city. The commission also approved minutes from previous meetings and received reports on a demolition permit and upcoming events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan 2035 (7-0)
• Approved February 13, 2025, commission meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved February 19, 2025, Preservation Education Sub-Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved February 12, 2025, Preservation Plan Advisory Committee minutes (2-0-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a replat to create Lots 3, 4, 5 and 6-R in the Mansfield Retail Center Addition on 12.165 acres at 200 N US HWY 287 and 131 S US HWY 287. The consent agenda includes final plats for Birdsong Addition Phase 3 (27.825 acres near Lone Star Road and Flock Drive) and Debbie Lane Commercial (3.363 acres at 501 E Debbie Lane). The commission will also approve minutes from February 17, 2025, and hear citizen comments.

• Plat hearing for Mansfield Retail Center replat (12.165 acres at 200 N and 131 S US HWY 287)
• Final plat of Birdsong Addition, Phase 3 on 27.825 acres near Lone Star Road and Flock Drive
• Final plat of Lot 1, Block 1, Debbie Lane Commercial on 3.363 acres at 501 E Debbie Lane

The Mansfield Planning and Zoning Commission approved three plats: the final plat for Birdsong Addition Phase 3, the final plat for Debbie Lane Commercial, and a replat for the Mansfield Retail Center Addition. All approvals were unanimous (6-0) with one commissioner absent. The meeting also included approval of the previous meeting minutes and no citizen comments.

• Approved final plat of Birdsong Addition, Phase 3 (6-0)
• Approved final plat of Lot 1, Block 1, Debbie Lane Commercial (6-0)
• Approved replat for Mansfield Retail Center Addition lots 3, 4, 5, 6-R (6-0)
• Approved February 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

Keep Mansfield Beautiful Commission

The commission is meeting to review routine business and plan for Earth Day in Mansfield. Discussions include event logistics, vendors, and volunteer coordination.

• Earth Day Mansfield updates regarding vendors, food, and entertainment
• Adopt-a-Street routine business
• Cigarette Butler shipment of .35 lbs
• Approval of February 10 minutes

Mansfield Economic Development Corporation

The Mansfield Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss financial reports and conduct an executive session. The board is considering a professional services contract for engineering and inspection services.

• Resolution 25-6461: Professional services contract with Landtec Engineers, LLC not to exceed $149,650.00 for the Mansfield Multiuse Stadium Project

The Mansfield Economic Development Corporation approved a professional services contract with Landtec Engineers, LLC for construction materials engineering, testing, and special inspections for the Mansfield Multiuse Stadium Project, not to exceed $149,650. The vote was 5-0, with two members absent. No action was taken following executive session, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 25-6461: Professional services contract with Landtec Engineers, LLC for up to $149,650 for the Mansfield Multiuse Stadium Project (Enactment No. RE-4333-25).
• No action taken pursuant to executive session.
• No action taken on old business or new business other than the resolution.

City Council

The City Council will hold a final reading on a zoning change for approximately 57.95 acres of land. The body will also consider contracts for stadium engineering and police equipment grants.

• Proposed rezoning of 57.95 acres at 101 S. U.S. Highway 287 and 20 and 24 North Mitchell Road to C-2 Community Business District
• Professional services contract with Landtec Engineers, LLC not to exceed $149,650.00 for the Mansfield Multiuse Stadium Project
• Grant funding application for Mansfield Police Department to purchase handheld thermal imagers not to exceed $30,000
• Interlocal Agreement for cooperative purchasing between the City of Mansfield and the City of Celina
• Executive session discussions regarding Walnut Creek Linear Trail right-of-way acquisition

The Mansfield City Council voted 7-0 to remand a proposed rezoning of 57.95 acres near U.S. Highway 287 and N. Mitchell Road back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for further review of the Land Use Plan. The council also authorized filing suit to access property at 1101 Matlock Road, approved a $30,000 grant for police thermal imagers, approved a cooperative purchasing agreement with Celina, and approved a $149,650 contract for stadium testing services.

• Authorized lawsuit to access 1101 Matlock Road against Bishara Estate Holdings (7-0)
• Approved $30,000 SHSP-L grant for handheld thermal imagers (7-0)
• Approved interlocal purchasing agreement with City of Celina (7-0)
• Remanded 57.95-acre rezoning to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Approved $149,650 Landtec Engineers contract for stadium testing (7-0)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from the January 23 meeting, hear citizen comments, and discuss project updates including upcoming and potential programs and This Place Matters locations. The main agenda item is a discussion of the Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan.

• Discussion of the Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan
• Project updates: upcoming and potential programs, This Place Matters locations
• Approval of minutes from the January 23 meeting
• Citizen comments and board member announcements

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board voted unanimously to recommend that City Council adopt the updated Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan. The board also approved the minutes from the January 23 meeting and discussed upcoming programs and potential sites for the This Place Matters program.

• Approved minutes from January 23 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council adopt the Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan (unanimous)

Animal Advisory Committee

The Animal Advisory Committee will discuss proposed major changes to Chapter 90 (Animal Ordinance), receive updates from Mansfield Animal Care & Control, and conduct a quarterly review. They may also vote on proposed bylaws for an Animal Shelter Advisory Board and elect officers.

• Discussion of major changes to Chapter 90 Animal Ordinance
• Mansfield Animal Care & Control Department updates and quarterly review
• Possible action on proposed Animal Shelter Advisory Board Bylaws
• Election of officers

City Council

The Mansfield City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on a rezoning of 57.95 acres from Planned Development to South Mansfield Form Based Development near U.S. Highway 287 and Mitchell Road. The Council will also vote on creating the Staybolt Public Improvement District, multiple construction contracts, and a resolution of no objection for tax credits for Pecan Bend Apartments.

• Public hearing and first reading on rezoning 57.95 acres near U.S. 287 and N. Mitchell Road (ZC#24-008)
• Public hearing and resolution to create the Staybolt Public Improvement District
• Award of $3,631,303.15 contract for paving, wastewater, and drainage improvements on Fort Worth Street and Live Oak Drive
• Award of $418,447.70 contract for playground and site improvements at McClendon Park East
• Resolution of no objection to tax credit application for Pecan Bend Apartments at 501 Kings Way Drive

The Mansfield City Council approved a $3.63 million contract package for paving, wastewater, and drainage improvements on Fort Worth Street and Live Oak Drive, the largest single expenditure of the meeting. The council also authorized filing suit to gain access to property at 700 W Broad Street, approved several infrastructure and park contracts, and created the Staybolt Public Improvement District. A zoning change request for approximately 58 acres near US Highway 287 was approved as C-2 zoning on first reading, with one council member voting against and one abstaining.

• Approved $3,631,303.15 for Fort Worth St & Live Oak Dr improvements (6-0)
• Authorized lawsuit against Reagan LLC for access to 700 W Broad St property (6-0)
• Created Staybolt Public Improvement District (6-0)
• Approved zoning change to C-2 for ~57.95 acres near US 287 (4-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved $418,447.70 playground contract for McClendon Park East (6-0)
• Approved $127,969.61 Tree House Overlook improvements at Oliver Nature Park (6-0)
• Approved $109,384.15 Heritage Parkway South design amendment (6-0)
• Tabled purchase of 1.154 acres at Regency & Heritage Parkway (6-0)

Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation

The Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation will consider awarding three construction contracts: a $418,447.70 playground at McClendon Park East, a $127,969.61 tree house overlook at Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park, and a $79,862.95 parking lot at 320 Smith Street for the Rose Park redevelopment. The board will also hold a work session on the Master Plan Update focusing on the trail network. Other items include approval of minutes, a cash flow statement, department updates, and informational park naming nominations.

• Consider awarding $418,447.70 contract to D.L. Meacham Construction for new playground and site improvements at McClendon Park East
• Consider awarding $127,969.61 contract to Pro Reno Group, LLC for Tree House Overlook improvements at Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park
• Consider interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for $79,862.95 parking lot and site work at 320 Smith Street as part of Rose Park Re-Development Plan
• Work session on Master Plan Update – Trail Network
• Informational item: Park Naming Nominations

HLC - Preservation Education Sub-Committee

This is a discussion-only meeting of the Preservation Education Sub-Committee. Members will talk about planned preservation activities, educational events, and outreach programs for 2025, including Preservation Month, spring events, and educational videos for the Mansfield Independent School District. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Preservation Month activities for 2025
• Discussion of spring preservation events
• Discussion of educational videos for Mansfield Independent School District
• General discussion of preservation outreach and programs

The Preservation Education Sub-Committee discussed plans for the 2025 Preservation Month, including a car show on Walnut Street, a Traders' Day-themed scavenger hunt, and a Chalk the Walk event. They also welcomed a Mansfield Youth Council member to help create MISD history videos for third-grade social studies. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; all items were discussion only.

• Discussed car show location on Walnut Street and adjacent parking lot
• Discussed Traders' Day theme for Main Street scavenger hunt
• Discussed splitting Chalk the Walk into open and student competitions
• Discussed developing a script for third-grade MISD history video

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The committee will consider approving the December 2024 meeting minutes and hear citizen comments. The main action is reviewing and approving the semiannual reports for July 1–December 31, 2024, on the implementation of the Capital Improvements Plan for water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees, including a summary of fees collected.

• Approval of December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (Item 2)
• Review and approval of semiannual reports on Capital Improvements Plan for water, wastewater, and roadway impact fees covering July–December 2024 (Item 4)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a consent agenda item to approve the final plat for Lots 1-6, 8-13, 7X, 14X, and 15X of Mymerla Estates, addressed at 880 Turner Way. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and routine procedural items.

• Final plat approval for Mymerla Estates (SD#24-051) on approximately 3.13 acres at 880 Turner Way

The Mansfield Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Mymerla Estates, a 3.13-acre subdivision at 880 Turner Way, in a 7-0 vote. The commission also approved minutes from its January 21 and February 6, 2025 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved final plat for Mymerla Estates, Lots 1-6, 8-13, 7X, 14X, 15X, Block 1, at 880 Turner Way (7-0)
• Approved January 21, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved February 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

Historic Landmark Commission

The Historic Landmark Commission will discuss possible topics for a joint work session with the Mansfield City Council. The commission will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings of the commission, the Preservation Education Sub-Committee, and the Preservation Plan Advisory Committee.

• Discussion of possible topics for joint work session with Mansfield City Council (HLC#24-012)
• Approval of December 12, 2024 Historic Landmark Commission meeting minutes
• Approval of Preservation Education Sub-Committee minutes from December 18, 2024 and January 15, 2025
• Approval of Preservation Plan Advisory Committee minutes from December 11, 2024 and January 8, 2025
• Historic Preservation Officer's report and commission announcements

The Historic Landmark Commission held a regular meeting with no formal votes on policy items. They discussed potential topics for a joint work session with the City Council, including downtown vision, ordinance revision, and preservation funding. The Preservation Plan Advisory Committee reported that the draft Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan 2035 is ready for review and adoption. The Commission approved several sets of meeting minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved December 12, 2024, Commission meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved December 18, 2024, Preservation Education Sub-Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 15, 2025, Preservation Education Sub-Committee minutes (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved December 11, 2024, Preservation Plan Advisory Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 8, 2025, Preservation Plan Advisory Committee minutes (3-0)

HLC – Preservation Plan Advisory Committee

The Preservation Plan Advisory Committee will discuss the draft Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan 2035 and consider any needed changes or corrections. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for review and discussion only.

• Review draft Historic Mansfield Preservation Plan 2035 for changes or corrections

The committee reviewed and corrected the draft Preservation Plan, with no further revisions needed. Staff will present it to the Historic Preservation Advisory Board on February 27, 2025, followed by a public hearing at the Historic Landmark Commission on March 13, 2025, and possible hearings in April. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Reviewed draft Preservation Plan and made corrections
• No further revisions to draft plan
• Scheduled presentation to Historic Preservation Advisory Board on Feb 27, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing at Historic Landmark Commission on Mar 13, 2025

Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board

The board will approve the minutes from the January meeting, hear citizen comments, receive updates from the Friends of the Library and the Director of Library Services, and review the 5‑year strategic plan update. No new business items requiring a vote are listed.

• Approval of minutes of January meeting
• Citizen comments (5‑minute limit per speaker)
• Friends of the Library update
• Director of Library Services report (library general update and Mansfield Reads update)
• 5‑Year Strategic Plan update

The Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board met on February 12, 2025, and unanimously approved the January 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and updates, including the start of a new youth services librarian, an insurance claim for front-door damage, and praise received at the State of the City event. A draft strategic plan is expected by August 2025.

• Approved January 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session, then recess into executive session to discuss litigation, land acquisition, personnel, and economic development projects. The regular session includes a consent agenda with multiple resolutions and two public hearings: one on standards for the Parks and Recreation Kids Zone program, and another on a Specific Use Permit for a convenience store/gas station at 950 North Walnut Creek Drive.

• Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for a convenience store/gas station on 0.480 acres at 950 North Walnut Creek Drive (SUP#24-003)
• Ordinance setting standards of care for the Parks and Recreation Department's Kids Zone program
• Resolution authorizing grant application up to $98,940 for modular vehicular barriers for police
• Resolution authorizing $132,000 contract with Kimley-Horn for fiber optic infrastructure design
• Resolution authorizing $126,400 grant application for body-worn cameras (FY-2026)

The Mansfield City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a $132,000 fiber optic infrastructure design contract, grant applications for police equipment, and a specific use permit for a gas station. A land purchase was tabled for further staff review.

• Approved $132,000 fiber optic design contract with Kimley-Horn (7-0)
• Approved interlocal purchasing agreement with City of Allen (7-0)
• Approved $98,940 grant application for modular vehicular barriers (7-0)
• Approved $126,400 grant application for body-worn cameras (7-0)
• Approved $36,500 contract amendment for South Main/Heritage Parkway design (7-0)
• Approved $112,033 TxDOT agreement for Walnut Creek signal improvements (7-0)
• Tabled purchase of 1.154 acres at Regency/Heritage Parkway (7-0)
• Approved Kids Zone program standards ordinance (7-0)

City Council - Housing Market Growth Strategy Sub-Committee

The Housing Market Growth Strategy Sub-Committee will meet to provide direction on a potential residential development. This project is located within the South Pointe Planned Development District.

• Discussion and direction on potential residential development in the South Pointe Planned Development District

The sub-committee heard from developer David Branch about an alternate plan for a proposed townhome project in the South Pointe Planned Development District, including a possible land swap with the city. No formal decision was made; the item was for discussion and direction only.

• Discussed alternate townhome plan for South Pointe PDD (no vote)
• Heard developer's rationale against commercial use for parcel
• Considered possible 3-acre land swap with city for SH 360 frontage

Keep Mansfield Beautiful Commission

The Keep Mansfield Beautiful Commission will discuss Earth Day Mansfield logistics, including food and market vendors, children's area, and entertainment. They will also review new and renewal applications for the Adopt-a-Street program and receive a treasurer's report. The commission will consider attending the Keep Texas Beautiful Annual Conference.

• Earth Day Mansfield vendor applications and logistics
• Adopt-a-Street new applications
• Adopt-a-Street renewals
• Cigarette Butler program discussion
• Keep Texas Beautiful Annual Conference attendance consideration

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meets jointly with the City Council, Mansfield Economic Development Corporation, and Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation. They will discuss a collective vision for boards and commissions, hear spotlights on the Mansfield 2040 Plan implementation and future zoning ordinance amendments, and receive updates on EDC major projects and Park Facilities current and upcoming projects. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely informational and discussion-based.

• Discussion of collective vision for boards and commissions
• Spotlight on Planning and Zoning Commission: Implementation of the Mansfield 2040 Plan and future zoning ordinance amendments
• Spotlight on Mansfield Economic Development Corporation: Major Project Status Update
• Spotlight on Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation: Current and upcoming projects

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint informational meeting with the City Council, Mansfield Economic Development Corporation, and Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation. No formal zoning or planning decisions were made; the meeting consisted of opening remarks, project spotlights from each body, and adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (6-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council is meeting jointly with the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Economic Development Corporation, and the Park Facilities Development Corporation. The session focuses on collective vision and status updates for city projects and planning.

• Discussion of collective vision for boards and commissions
• Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation current and upcoming projects
• Mansfield 2040 Plan short- and mid-term reporting
• Future zoning ordinance amendments
• Mansfield Economic Development Corporation major project status update

The City Council met jointly with the Planning and Zoning Commission, Mansfield Economic Development Corporation, and Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation for a workshop-style session. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting consisted of presentations and updates on parks, planning, and economic development. The only action was a motion to adjourn, which carried unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (6-0)

Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation

This is a joint meeting of the Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation with the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Economic Development Corporation. The agenda includes discussions on a collective vision for boards and commissions, spotlight presentations on current and upcoming projects, implementation of the Mansfield 2040 Plan, and an executive session to seek legal advice on pending litigation.

• Discussion of collective vision for boards and commissions
• Spotlight on Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation: current and upcoming projects
• Planning and Zoning Commission: implementation of Mansfield 2040 Plan and future zoning ordinance amendments
• Economic Development Corporation: major project status update
• Executive session to seek advice on pending litigation (Cause no. 348-270155-14, Economic Development #23-14)

The Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation held a joint meeting with the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Mansfield Economic Development Corporation. The meeting consisted of presentations and updates on projects, the Mansfield 2040 Plan, and economic development, with no formal decisions or votes taken. The board recessed into executive session to seek legal advice on pending litigation and later adjourned.

• Recessed into executive session to seek legal advice on pending litigation (Cause no. 348-270155-14, Economic Development #23-14)
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 8:49 p.m.

Mansfield Economic Development Corporation

This is a joint meeting of the Mansfield Economic Development Corporation, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Park Facilities Development Corporation. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items, public comments, and spotlight presentations on current projects and the implementation of the Mansfield 2040 Plan. No specific votes, rezonings, or dollar-amount contracts are listed for decision.

• Mayor and Council discussion of collective vision for boards and commissions
• Spotlight on Park Facilities Development Corporation: current and upcoming projects
• Implementation of the Mansfield 2040 Plan: short- and mid-term reporting
• Future Zoning Ordinance Amendments (discussion only)
• MEDC Major Project Status Update

The Mansfield Economic Development Corporation held a joint meeting with the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation. The meeting consisted of presentations and updates on parks, zoning, and economic development projects, but no formal decisions were made. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (motion by Council Member Newsom, seconded by Council Member Broseh)

Mansfield Economic Development Corporation

The Mansfield Economic Development Corporation board will consider approving three separate contracts of sale or economic development agreements with Super Studios USA LLC, Lonejack LLC, and MIC Holdings Development LP. These are new business items up for a vote at the February 6, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution 25-6412: Approving a contract of sale between MEDC and Super Studios USA, LLC
• Resolution 25-6413: Approving a first amendment to an economic development agreement and contract of sale with Lonejack, LLC
• Resolution 25-6414: Approving an economic development agreement and contract of sale with MIC Holdings Development LP

The Mansfield Economic Development Corporation approved three resolutions: a contract of sale with Super Studios USA, LLC; a first amendment to the economic development agreement and contract of sale with LoneJack, LLC; and an economic development agreement and contract of sale with MIC Holdings Development LP. All three were approved unanimously with 6 ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absence (James Sellers). No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 5:07 p.m.

• Approved contract of sale with Super Studios USA, LLC (6-0, RE-4310-25)
• Approved first amendment to agreement with LoneJack, LLC (6-0, RE-4311-25)
• Approved economic development agreement with MIC Holdings Development LP (6-0, RE-4312-25)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a historic landmark overlay for the First Methodist Church Parsonage (105 N. 1st Ave.) and a zoning change from two-family and single-family to downtown district near S. 4th Ave. and W. Kimball St. The consent agenda includes contracts for a $2.58M trail phase, $250K soccer complex landscaping, a $155K dump truck, and a call for May 2025 elections. New business includes a $364,850 amendment for a multi-purpose sports venue and a special event permit for the Mansfield Pickle Parade.

• Public hearing on historic landmark overlay for First Methodist Church Parsonage at 105 N. 1st Ave.
• Public hearing on zoning change to downtown district for lots at 501-504 W. Kimball St.
• Consent agenda: $2,576,156.60 contract for Walnut Creek Linear Park Trail Phase 3B
• Consent agenda: $250,000 contract with Parkhill for Hardy Allmon Soccer Complex landscaping
• New business: $364,850 third amendment to Perkins & Will for multi-purpose sports venue

The Mansfield City Council approved a $2,576,156.60 construction contract for Phase 3B of the Walnut Creek Linear Park Trail, along with several other consent agenda items. They also approved a settlement agreement in pending litigation, a historic landmark overlay for the First Methodist Church Parsonage, a zoning change to downtown district, and a third amendment to the sports venue professional services agreement. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the zoning change.

• Approved $2,576,156.60 construction contract for Walnut Creek Linear Park Phase 3B (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreement for Cause No. 2024-005630-2 (7-0)
• Approved $250,000 landscape architecture contract for Hardy Allmon Soccer Complex (7-0)
• Approved $155,758 purchase of 2026 Western Star dump truck (7-0)
• Approved $364,850 third amendment to Perkins and Will sports venue agreement (7-0)
• Approved historic landmark overlay for First Methodist Church Parsonage (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to D, Downtown District at 501-504 W. Kimball St. (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved special event permit and downtown activation grant for Mansfield Pickle Parade and Palooza (7-0)

City Council - Local Transportation Issues Sub-Committee

The Mansfield City Council Local Transportation Issues Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss two items: a quarterly update on the Annual Capital Improvement Plan and standard construction details for street improvements. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Quarterly update on the Annual Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion on Standard Construction Details for Street Improvements

The sub-committee received a quarterly update on the Roadway Capital Improvement Plan, covering project statuses, funding, and timelines. They also discussed standard construction details for street improvements, with a representative presenting pros and cons of asphalt versus concrete. No formal decisions were made; the sub-committee expressed openness to design flexibility.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; items were discussion only
• Sub-committee expressed agreement with flexibility in street design materials

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the November 14 meeting and discuss project updates. Discussions will include upcoming programs, exhibits, and This Place Matters locations.

• Approval of November 14 meeting minutes
• Discussion of upcoming programs
• Discussion of upcoming exhibits
• Review of This Place Matters locations

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board met on January 23, 2025, and approved the minutes from the November 14 meeting. No citizen comments were made. The board discussed upcoming programs and exhibits, potential 'This Place Matters' locations, and the ongoing Blessings Funeral Home project, but took no substantive action on these items.

• Approved minutes from November 14 meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plat for Cipriani, a 517-acre mixed-use development in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. They will also consider final plats for the Admiral Legacy Addition and a small lot on Carlin Road. Two final plats are on the consent agenda. The meeting begins with approval of previous minutes and citizen comments.

• Preliminary Plat – Cipriani, Phases 1-5, ~517 acres west of FM 157/Lone Star Road, south of Bedford Street (public hearing)
• Final Plat – Lots 1 & 2, Block 1, Admiral Legacy Addition, 9.639 acres at 2441 Heritage Pkwy (consent agenda)
• Final Plat – Lots 1-4, Blocks 1-4, Admiral Legacy Addition, 105.837 acres at 3601/3603/3797 Lone Star Road and 700 Heritage Parkway South (consent agenda)
• Final Plat – Lot 1, Block 1, Doty Addition, 1.659 acres at 253 Carlin Road (public hearing with variance request)
• Approval of minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting

The Mansfield Planning and Zoning Commission approved several plats, including the 517-acre Cipriani preliminary plat with a condition requiring TxDOT conceptual approval before final plat submission. Also approved were final plats for Admiral Legacy Addition and Doty Addition, the latter with a variance to street frontage requirements. All votes were 5-0 with two commissioners absent.

• Approved final plat for Admiral Legacy Addition Lots 1-2 at 2441 Heritage Pkwy (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Admiral Legacy Addition Lots 1-4, Blocks 1-4 at Lone Star Road and Heritage Parkway South (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Doty Addition at 253 Carlin Road with variance to street frontage requirement (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Cipriani Phases 1-5 (517 acres) with condition of TxDOT conceptual approval for FM 157 alignment (5-0)

Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board

The Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board will hold a work session to discuss the library's strategic plan. The agenda includes citizen comments and board member announcements but no formal votes or public hearings.

• Strategic Plan Work Session under Old Business
• Citizen comments allowed (5-minute limit) on agenda and non-agenda items

City Council

This is a two-day Strategic Visioning Workshop only; the Council will make no final decisions. The purpose is to discuss long-range vision, goals, and objectives for Mansfield. The agenda also includes executive sessions to discuss economic development projects, land acquisition, and legal matters.

• Discussion of Council's long-range vision, goals, and objectives
• Executive session on 26 listed economic development projects (e.g., #15-02, #21-04, #22-01, #24-06)
• Executive session on land acquisition for future development
• Executive session to seek legal advice on economic development projects

The Mansfield City Council held a two-day Strategic Visioning Workshop on January 16-17, 2025, at Horseshoe Bay Resort. The meeting was for discussion only, and no final decisions were made on any matter. Discussions covered long-range vision, goals, personnel needs assessments, financial strategies, and communications. The Council agreed to keep the current Strategic Priorities unchanged.

• Agreed to keep current Council Strategic Priorities unchanged
• No final decisions made; workshop was discussion-only

HLC - Preservation Education Sub-Committee

The Preservation Education Sub-Committee will hold a meeting to discuss preservation activities, educational events, outreach events, and other programs planned for 2025. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of a single discussion item.

• Discussion regarding preservation activities, educational events, outreach events and other programs for 2025

The Preservation Education Sub-Committee met with MISD staff to plan history videos for social studies classes, agreeing on format guidelines and potential topics. They also discussed the 2025 Preservation Month program, including relocating the car show to Walnut Street. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting was discussion-only.

• Met with MISD staff to discuss producing history videos for social studies classes
• Agreed videos should have three focus points and not exceed five minutes
• Discussed potential video topics including Native American heritage, railroad, Civil War, Opal Lee, and African American founders
• Agreed to develop an outline for the first video with Ms. Jackson, Chairman Leach, and Amanda Brown
• Discussed relocating the Preservation Month car show to Walnut Street per police recommendation
• Discussed the 'This Place Matters, 31 Day of May' program and replacement signs

City Council

The Mansfield City Council will consider several resolutions, including funding for design services on Dick Price Road and multiple utility repair contracts. A public hearing will address a specific use permit for an automotive tire service and several zoning and historic overlay ordinances. The meeting also includes executive session discussions on legal and economic development matters.

• Resolution authorizing up to $643,540 for design of Dick Price Road east of UPRR to N. Main St. (Wier and Associates, Inc.)
• Resolution approving professional services contracts and up to $169,400 for Country Club Walnut Creek Crossing repair
• Resolution approving professional services contracts and up to $198,700 for US 287 crossing sewer repair
• Public hearing on a specific use permit for an automotive tire service at 700 W Debbie Ln
• Ordinance changing zoning of 501‑504 W. Kimball St. from residential to Downtown District

The Mansfield City Council approved an economic development agreement with Trez Shops LP, not to exceed $175,000, and authorized the purchase of property at 106 Pond. The council also approved several ordinances and resolutions, including animal control amendments, industrial wastewater regulations, and multiple infrastructure design contracts. All votes were unanimous except for a zoning change that passed 6-1 with one abstention.

• Authorized economic development agreement with Trez Shops LP, not to exceed $175,000 (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of property at 106 Pond, Mansfield, TX (7-0)
• Approved animal control ordinance amendments (OR-2402-25) (7-0)
• Approved industrial wastewater regulations amendments (OR-2404-25) (7-0)
• Approved $169,400 for Country Club Walnut Creek Crossing repair design (RE-4296-25) (7-0)
• Approved $198,700 for US287 Crossing Sewer Repair design (RE-4297-25) (7-0)
• Approved $643,540 for Dick Price Road design, including $393,540 contract with Wier and Associates (RE-4299-25) (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to Downtown District at 501-504 W. Kimball St. (OR-2407-25) (6-0, 1 abstention)

Keep Mansfield Beautiful Commission

The commission will discuss updates for Earth Day 2025, including children's area, food vendors, educational vendors, and music/entertainment. Also on the agenda are updates on the Adopt-a-Street and Cigarette Butler programs, along with approval of previous minutes and the treasurer's report.

• Earth Day updates (children's area, food vendors, educational vendors, music/entertainment)
• Adopt-a-Street program update
• Cigarette Butler program update
• Approval of November 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report

Historic Landmark Commission

The January 9, 2025, Historic Landmark Commission meeting was cancelled. No items were voted on or discussed. The only substantive agenda item was a discussion on possible topics for a joint work session with the Mansfield City Council, but it did not take place.

• Meeting cancelled; no actions taken
• Agenda included discussion on possible topics for joint work session with City Council (item 24-6342)

HLC – Preservation Plan Advisory Committee

The Preservation Plan Advisory Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting to review the draft Historic Preservation Plan and its historical timeline. No votes or decisions are on the agenda; the item is for discussion and feedback only.

• Discussion regarding the update of the Historic Preservation Plan, including the historical timeline and review of the draft plan

The committee reviewed the draft preservation plan's history timeline and made additions and corrections. No formal decisions were made; the next meeting will focus on checking the plan for factual errors and clarity. The completed plan will later go to the Historic Preservation Advisory Board and then through public hearings.

• Reviewed history timeline and made additions/corrections
• Scheduled next meeting for February 12, 2025

Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board

The Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting. Items include approval of the November minutes, a Friends of the Library update, the Director's quarterly report, and discussion of the 5-Year Strategic Plan. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Approval of November 2024 meeting minutes
• Friends of the Library update
• Director's quarterly report
• Discussion of 5-Year Strategic Plan

The Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board unanimously approved the November meeting minutes. The board received a staff report on library operations, including a conditional job offer for a Youth Services Librarian and the signed contract for the Mansfield Reads author event. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)

Mansfield Economic Development Corporation

The Mansfield Economic Development Corporation meeting will open with standard procedural items and a public comment period. The board will present the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 30, 2024. No other decisions, contracts, or ordinance actions are listed on the agenda. The meeting will conclude with new business, board and staff comments before adjourning.

• Presentation of the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending 11/30/2024
• Public comments from citizens (max 5 minutes per speaker)
• New business (no specific items listed)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a historic landmark overlay for a church parsonage, a zoning change from residential to Downtown and Sub-Urban districts on four properties near Kimball Street, and a specific use permit for a gas station. They will also vote on approving minutes from two previous meetings. No other significant decisions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Historic Landmark Overlay for First Methodist Church Parsonage at 105 North 1st Avenue
• Public hearing on zoning change from 2F and SF-7.5/12 to D (Downtown) and D-1 (Sub-Urban Zone) on lots at 501-504 W. Kimball Street
• Public hearing on specific use permit for a convenience store/gas station by Murphy Oil USA at 950 North Walnut Creek Drive
• Approval of December 2 and December 23, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Historic Landmark Overlay District for the First Methodist Church Parsonage, a zoning change from residential to Downtown District near S. 4th Avenue and W. Kimball Street, and a Specific Use Permit for a convenience store/gas station at 950 North Walnut Creek Drive. All votes were unanimous except the zoning change, which passed 6-1. The commission also approved minutes from two prior meetings.

• Approved Historic Landmark Overlay District for First Methodist Church Parsonage, 105 N. 1st Ave (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from 2F and SF-7.5/12 to D, D-1 at 501-504 W. Kimball St (6-1)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for convenience store/gas station at 950 N. Walnut Creek Dr (7-0)
• Approved Dec 2, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Dec 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)