DeSoto, TX
DeSotoTX averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $324,582 -1.6% yr/yr · +14% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Próximas reuniones
Mon Aug 31, 2026
Civil Service Commission
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Civil Service Meeting Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr.
Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III
Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough
DATE: Monday, August 31, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A.
REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
B.
APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED WEDNESDAY,
AUGUST 12, 2026
C.
REGULAR AGENDA
1.
Director Update
2.
Police Chief Update
3.
Consider the appeal filed by Clayton Parrish regarding test question # 5 on the Fire
Engineer/Driver promotion exam
4.
Fire Chief Update
o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – Engineer Driver,
according to §143.034 of the Texas Local Government Code and City of DeSoto Civil
Service Local Rules.
o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – Fire Captain
o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – Battalion Chief
o Approve the results of the August 14, 2026, Promotion Exams – EMS
D.
SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION
E.
REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT
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Mon Aug 31, 2026
Cultural Arts Foundation
Board reviews budget, member terms, and logistics for the DAL Showcase/Festival.
The DeSoto Cultural Arts Foundation will hold a regular session on August 31, 2026, to review minutes from August 3, 2026. The agenda includes a review of the DTCAF account report, discussions on board member terms expiring in September, and logistics for the Love Lock project. The board will also discuss marketing, run of show, and artist contracts for the DAL Showcase/Festival.
- Review of DTCAF Account Report
- Discussion of board member terms expiring in September
- Logistics for the Love Lock project
- Marketing updates and run of show for the DAL Showcase/Festival
- Review of participating artists, contacts, contracts, and donations
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DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation
Meeting Agenda
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Council Conference Room
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
_—_ So vejueh to love = DeSoto, Texas 75115
President Dr. James McBride
Vice President Kathy Jones
Secretary Brandi Johnson
Board Member Latonya Sneed Room
Board Member Pamela Spooner
Board Member Jamila Sherman
Board Member Paulette Hunter
Board Member Daniele Hunter
Ex-Officio Board Member James White
Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks
DATE: Monday, August 31, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:30pm Council Conference
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A.
Review of Board Minutes August 3, 2026
1. Follow-up Questions
Budget
1. DTCAF Account Report
Member Terms
e Expiring Terms in September
e Voting and Non-Voting Status
e Website Meeting Times and Updates
Future Projects
1. Love Lock Logistics
DAL Showcase/Festival
1. Marketing Updates
2. Run of Show
3. Participating Artists
4. Contacts/Contracts/ Donations
City Council Updates
City Staff Liaison Updates
WORK SESSION ADJOURNMENT
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NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are available at the
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
Park Board
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Park Board Meeting Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson James Culp
Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White Board Member Danielle Odis
Board Member KD Brown Board Member Paul Dryer
DATE: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
SPECIAL MEETING: 5:30 pm
EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION,
AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR.
SPECIAL MEETING - CALL TO ORDER
James Culp- Chair
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of August 19, 2026, Meeting Minutes
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
New Business
Public comment- (5 minutes)
Director Updates
Financial Report
DDC update
Council Liaison Report
Park Board Member Updates and suggested agenda items
Department Updates
SPECIAL MEETING ADJOURNMENT
The building where the meeting above will be held is wheelchair-accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230-9646 or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) to Relay Texas 1-800-735-2989.
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
DeSoto Development Corporation
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Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
President Michael Baldwin DATE: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Vice President Felicia Pierson
Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 pm Council Chambers
Director Dr. Micaela Herndon
Director Mark Jones
Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price
Director James Pruitt
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
"Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend
and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of members, including
the presiding officer, will be physically present at the location noted on this Agenda."
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. INVOCATION
C. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discuss and Consider Approval of the FY 26/27 Annual Budget.
D. ADJOURNMENT
|, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at
www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall, 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto,
Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 8.27.2026 at 5:30 pm and
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Tue Sep 8, 2026
Cultural Arts Foundation
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Council Conference Room
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
— So Vguch to love —_ DeSoto, Texas 75115
President Dr. James McBride DATE: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Vice President Kathy Jones
Secretary Brandi Johnson REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Conference
Board Member Latonya Sneed Room
Board Member Pamela Spooner
Board Member Jamila Sherman
Board Member Paulette Hunter
Board Member Daniele Hunter
Ex-Officio Board Member James White
Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A. Review of Board Minutes August 3, 2026
1. Follow-up Questions
B. Budget
1. DTCAF Account Report
C. Member Terms
e Expiring Terms in September
e Voting and Non-Voting Status
e Website Meeting Times and Updates
Dz. Future Projects
1. Love Lock Logistics
E. DAL Showcase/Festival
1. Marketing Updates
2. Run of Show
3. Participating Artists
4. Contacts/Contracts/ Donations
F. City Council Updates
Gc. City Staff Liaison Updates
WORK SESSION ADJOURNMENT
NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are available at the
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Reuniones recientes
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission to weigh 14-lot Parks Residential subdivision plat
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval of the Parks Residential Subdivision preliminary plat, creating 10 residential and 4 non-residential lots on 5.695 acres at 541 S. Parks Dr. They will also continue a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Planned Development 101 at 800 W. Belt Line Road, which would add General Retail and Multiple Family subdistricts. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a presentation on American Planning Association membership benefits.
- Preliminary plat for Parks Residential Subdivision (Case #PP-356-26): 10 residential and 4 non-residential lots on 5.695 acres at 541 S. Parks Dr.
- Continued public hearing on PD-101 amendment (Z-1547-26): 17.1499 acres at 800 W. Belt Line Rd., proposing General Retail and Multiple Family-18 subdistricts.
- Approval of minutes from August 11, 2026 meeting.
- Discussion and presentation on American Planning Association (APA) membership benefits and login process.
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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Tanya Brooks
Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim
Commissioner Donald Dewberry
Commissioner Brian Laurore
Commissioner Serita Edwards
Commissioner Vickie Alexis
Commissioner Mark Jones
DATE: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into
closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on
any agenda item listed herein.
A.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B.
REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
C.
CITIZEN APPEARANCES
The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the
Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens
wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the
table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the
Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the
agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a
future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak
on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments
until the Public Hearing on that item.
D.
CONSENT AGENDA
Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately.
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
DeSoto Development Corporation
DDC board to discuss budget, committees, and economic development deals
The DeSoto Development Corporation board will review May and June 2026 finances, hear a presentation on a proposed operational/administrative budget item, discuss working board committees, and receive updates on TIP Strategies and the project development dashboard. The board will also enter executive session to deliberate economic development incentives for two business prospects, Project Thorntree and Project Empire, and may take action afterward.
- Approve minutes of June 11, 2026, Regular Board Meeting and July 10, 2026, Joint Council and DDC Board Retreat
- Approve financial statements for May and June 2026
- Receive May and June 2026 Finance Status Reports
- Presentation on proposed budget item for operational/administrative expenses
- Executive session on economic development incentives for Project Thorntree and Project Empire
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DeSoto Development Corporation Meeting
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City Hall Council Chambers
— So uch to love — 211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
President Michael Baldwin
Vice President Felicia Pierson REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 pm Council Chambers
Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace
Director Dr. Micaela Herndon
Director Mark Jones
Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price
Director James Pruitt
DATE: Thursday, August 20, 2026
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
"Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend
and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of members, including
the presiding officer, will be physically present at the location noted on this Agenda."
A.
B.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
CONSENT AGENDA
The DDC Executive Director lists items on the Consent Agenda and recommends them to the DOC
Board of Directors for a single vote of approval. At the request of a board director, any item on the
Consent Agenda may be removed for a separate vote.
1. Consider action to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2026, Regular Board Meeting and the
July 10, 2026, Joint Council and DDC Board Retreat.
2. Consider action to approve the financial statements for May and June 2026.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Re …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Park Board
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Park Board Meeting Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto,
Texas 75115
Chairperson James Culp
Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White
Board Member Danielle Odis
Board Member KD Brown
Board Member James Jewell
Board Member Paul Dryer
DATE: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
SPECIAL MEETING SESSION 5:30pm
EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION,
AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED
TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR.
A.
SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
James Culp- Chair
B.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of July 22, 2026, Meeting Minutes
C.
SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
1. Sports Associations/Public comment- (5 minutes)
2. ARC update
3. Financial Report
4. DDC update
5. Council Liaison Report
6. Park Board Member Updates on Parks
7. Update on Sport Association Concerns
8. Department Updates
9. New Business
D.
SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must
be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230-9646 or by calling
through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Dev …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026
DeSoto Development Corporation
DeSoto Development Corp to review finances, budget, and committees
The DeSoto Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and financial statements, review finance status reports, and discuss a proposed budget item for operational expenses. They will also discuss working board committees, receive updates on TIP Strategies and the Parks Project, and review the project development dashboard. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve minutes of June 11, 2026 regular meeting and July 10, 2026 joint retreat
- Approve financial statements for May and June 2026
- Receive May and June 2026 Finance Status Reports
- Presentation on proposed budget item for operational/administrative expenses
- Discussion and presentation from Parks Project Board Paul Dyer
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City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
DATE: Thursday, August 13, 2026
President Michael Baldwin
Vice President Felicia Pierson
Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace
Director Dr. Micaela Herndon
Director Mark Jones
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00 pm Council Chambers
Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price
Director James Pruitt
As authorized by Section 551.071 (2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
"Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend
and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of members, including
the presiding officer, will be physically present at the location noted on this Agenda."
A.
B.
C.
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
CONSENT AGENDA
The DOC Executive Director lists items on the Consent Agenda and recommends them to the DOC
Board of Directors for a single vote of approval. At the request of a board director, any item on the
Consent Agenda may be removed for a separate vote.
1. Consider action to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2026, Regular Board Meeting and the
July 10, 2026, Joint Council and DOC Board Retreat.
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission to approve police and fire promotion exam results
The DeSoto Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 17, 2026, receive updates from the police and fire chiefs, and vote on the results of the July 29, 2026, Corporal promotion exam and the August 1, 2026, Firefighter/Paramedic entrance exam, finalizing the eligibility list. The meeting may go into closed session for legal advice.
- Approve results of July 29, 2026, Promotion Exam - Corporal
- Approve results of August 1, 2026, Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam
- Finalize Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List
- Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam demographics review
- Approve minutes from June 17, 2026, meeting
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Civil Service Meeting Agenda
DeSoto Fire Administration
& Station 2
206 S. Parks
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr.
Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III
Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough
DATE: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Fire Station 2
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A.
REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
B.
APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED Wednesday,
JUNE 17, 2026
C.
REGULAR AGENDA
1.
Director Update
2.
Police Chief Update
o Approve the results of July 29, 2026, Promotion Exam - Corporal
3.
Fire Chief Update
o Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam held on Saturday, August 1, 2026
(demographics)
o Approve the results of Saturday, August 1, 2026, Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance
Exam and finalize Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List
D.
SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION
E.
REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located
at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 08.06.2026 at 12:00 pm
and r …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission to weigh mixed-use zoning for 17 acres at 800 W. Belt Line Road
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of two zoning changes to the City Council. The first would amend Planned Development 101 at 800 W. Belt Line Road to allow General Retail and Multi-Family subdistricts. The second would create a new Planned Development 202 on N. Westmoreland Road for a multi-family subdivision. The consent agenda includes approval of the July 28, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on amending PD-101 at 800 W. Belt Line Road to add General Retail and Multi-Family subdistricts (Z-1547-26)
- Public hearing on creating PD-202 for a multi-family subdivision on 24.274 acres at 214, 300, and 300 N. Westmoreland Road (Z-1548-26)
- Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2026 regular meeting
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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Tanya Brooks
Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim
Commissioner Donald Dewberry
Commissioner Brian Laurore
Commissioner Serita Edwards
Commissioner Vickie Alexis
Commissioner Mark Jones
DATE: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into
closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on
any agenda item listed herein.
A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the
Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens
wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the
table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the
Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the
agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a
future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak
on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments
until the Public Hearing on that item.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately.
Approval of the Consent Agenda authoriz …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026
Veterans Affairs Committee
Veterans Affairs Committee to review event planning and annual goals
The Veterans Affairs Committee will meet to review minutes from June and discuss upcoming events. The body will evaluate a year-long plan and coordinate several veterans-focused initiatives.
- Wreaths Across America (Dec.)
- Banners for Purple Heart
- Veterans Day Breakfast
- Proposed Veterans Day Run
- Volunteer Fair review
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Veterans Affairs Committee Meeting Agenda
City Hall Conference Room 211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Arthur Hobbs
Board Member Darron Daniel Board Member Latoya Boyd
Board Member Terrence Stevens
Board Member James Henderson
Board Member Kelvin Moffitt
Board Member Charles Holmes
Council Liaison Crystal Chism
Staff Liaison Esther Williams
DATE: Monday, August 10, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Conference Room
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
REGULAR AGENDA
Review of June minutes
New Business
Old Business
Boards & Commissions Banquet VAC Presentation
Wreaths Across America (Dec.)
Banners for Purple Heart
Year-long plan review/update
Volunteer Fair – Review
Veterans Day Breakfast
Veterans Day Run proposed
Action Items Review
REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 7.27.2026 at 5:00 pm, and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened.
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Library Board
DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board meeting cancelled
The meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026, was cancelled. No items were decided or proposed.
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DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board
Meeting
DeSoto Public Library
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Raquel Smith
Vice Chairperson Jessica Lennon
Board Member Alicia Castile
Board Member Uchenna Nwaizu
Board Member Mary Woodard
Board Member Tiffany Daniels Spivey
DATE: A u g u st 6, 2026 - C A N C E L L E D
MEETING: 7 :00 PM Library Multi p urpose Room
A . CALL TO O R D E R
B . CONSENT
Approval of minutes from July 2, 2026 regular meeting.
C . REGULAR A G E N D A
1 . Library Director ’s Report
2 . Staff Liaison Report
3 . Comments by City Council Liaison – Councilmember Pierette Parker (Place 2)
D . DISCUSSION ( Items to be discussed by the Board that will not require action )
No items to be discussed.
E . PUBLIC FORUM (Members of the public may address the Board on non-agenda items at this
time. The Board will not engage in discussion, deliberation, or take action on any matters
raised. Please limit remarks to three minutes .)
F . CONSIDER (The following i tems require consideration and a vote by the Board . A s an
Advisory Board , any actions taken will be in the form of recommendations to City Council
or expressions of support related to library operations .)
No items to be considered.
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NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking
are available at the primary west entrance facing Hampton Road. Pers …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Keep DeSoto Beautiful
Keep DeSoto Beautiful meeting canceled; no agenda items
This regular meeting of the Keep DeSoto Beautiful board has been canceled. The agenda contains no consent or special session items, so there is nothing to decide or discuss.
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Keep DeSoto Beautiful Meeting Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115
Board Member Amen Kamau
Board Member Mary Davis
Board Member Rhetta Washington
Board Member Richard Rogers
Board Member Shelonda Weaver
Board Member Jonett Hutchinson
DATE: Thursday, August 6, 2026
REGULAR MEETING 6:30 pm
CANCELED
EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR.
SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Amen Kamau- Chair
B CONSENT AGENDA
N/A.
C SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
NO AGENDA ITEMS.
SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230-9646 or by calling through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) to Relay Texas 1-800-735-2989.
I hereby certify that the above agenda was posted Online www.desototexas.gov and the Bulletin Board in the City Hall at DeSoto Town Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., DeSoto, Texas 75115 on July 27, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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Mon Aug 3, 2026
Cultural Arts Foundation
DeSoto Cultural Arts Foundation reviews budget and retreat outcomes
The DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation board meets to review past minutes, discuss the 2026 budget, and debrief on their annual retreat. Future projects and a DAL Showcase are also on the agenda.
- Review of July 6, 2026 board minutes
- DTCAF Account Report (budget review)
- DAL Showcase marketing, run of show, and artist contracts
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DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation
‘—« eS oto Meeting Agenda
a ———F City Hall
Council Conference Room
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
a So much to love — DeSoto, Texas 75115
President Dr. James McBride DATE: Monday, August 3, 2026
Vice President Kathy Jones
Secretary Brandi Johnson REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Conference
Board Member Latonya Sneed Room
Board Member Pamela Spooner
Board Member Jamila Sherman
Board Member Paulette Hunter
Board Member Daniele Hunter
Ex-Officio Board Member James White
Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A. Review of Board Minutes July 6, 2026
1. Minutes capturing in meeting vs email.
B. Budget
1. DTCAF Account Report
C. Retreat Debrief
e What was the most valuable takeaway from this year's DTCAF Board Retreat?
e What is one idea or action from the retreat that you believe will have the greatest
impact on advancing arts and culture in DeSoto?
e What is one suggestion you have to make next year's retreat even more productive
and engaging?
D. Future Projects
1. Brief Discussions
e City Council Presentation
e DTCAF Scholarship
e Volunteer Fair
E. DAL Showcase
1. Marketing
2. Run of Show
3. DAL Artists
4. Contacts/Contracts/ Donations
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G.
H.
City Council Updates
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
DeSoto considers zoning changes for PD-109 and 1213 Hanna Circle
The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Map. These include updating permitted uses for a planned development and granting a specific use permit for a residential property.
- Amendment to Planned Development No. 109 to allow 12 new permitted uses, including adult day care, assisted living, and banks
- Specific Use Permit No. 319 for 1213 Hanna Circle to allow a garage/accessory dwelling
- Proposed fines up to $2,000.00 per offense for zoning violations
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City of DeSoto Ordinance No. ____________ Page 1 of 3 4927-7437-9962, v. 1
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESOTO, TEXAS, AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND MAP OF THE CITY OF DESOTO, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, ARE FURTHER AMENDED BY AMENDING THE USE AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. 109 AS SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO. 2159-19; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of DeSoto, Texas, and the governing body of the City of DeSoto in compliance with the laws of the State of Texas and the Ordinances of the City of DeSoto, have given requisite notice of publication and otherwise, and after holding due hearings and affording a full and fair hearing to all property owners generally and to all persons interested and situated in the affected area and in the vicinity thereof, and in the exercise of its legislative discretion, the City Council has concluded that the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Map should be amended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DESOTO, TEXAS: SECTION 1. That the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of DeSoto, Texas, duly passed by the governing body of the City of DeSoto on the 19th day of August 199 …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026
Citizens Police Advisory Committee
Citizens Police Advisory Committee to review holding facility policy
The committee will review the city's holding facility policy and examine police statistics from January through May 2026. The body will also vote to approve minutes from the June 22, 2026, meeting.
- Review of Policy 504.001 – Holding Facility Policy
- Review of Quarterly Stats January – May 2026
- Approval of June 22, 2026, meeting minutes
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City of DeSoto / City Hall
City Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., Suite A
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Citizens Police Advisory Committee
Chairperson Hope Stevens
Vice Chairperson Mary Morris
Secretary Myra Rand
Board Member Elma Goodwin
Board Member Akilah Wallace
Board Member Lester Geason, Jr.
Board Member Ginny Hall
Board Member Mary Davis
Student Representatives
Vacant
Vacant
DATE: Monday, July 27, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:30pm
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVE MINUTES
a. June 22, 2026, Regular Meeting
3. NEW BUSINESS
a. Review Policy 504.001 – Holding Facility Policy
b. Review Quarterly Stats January – May 2026
c. Set next meeting agenda
4. ADJOURNMENT
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on
the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on
the following date and time : Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. , and remained posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was
convened.
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Julie Potter
Executive Administrative Assistant
DeSoto Police Department
Wed Jul 22, 2026
Park Board
DeSoto Park Board to discuss sports association concerns and financial reports
The Park Board will meet to review financial reports and receive updates from the ARC and DDC. The session includes dedicated time for public comment and updates regarding sports associations.
- Approval of June 17, 2026, meeting minutes
- Financial Report
- Update on Sport Association Concerns
- ARC update
- DDC update
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Park Board Meeting Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto,
Texas 75115
Chairperson James Culp
Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White
Board Member Danielle Odis
Board Member K D B rown
Board Member James Jewell
Board Member Paul Dryer
DATE: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
QUARTERLY MEETING SESSION 5:30pm
EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION,
AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED
TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR.
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B
C
SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
James Culp- Chair
CONSENT
AGENDA
Approval of June 17, 2026, Meeting Minutes
SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
D
1. Sports Associations/Public comment- (5 minutes)
2. ARC update
3. Financial Report
4. DDC update
5. Council Liaison Report
6. Park Board Member Updates on Parks
7. Update on Sport
Association Concerns
8. Department Updates
9. New Business
SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must
be made forty -eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230 -9646 or by calling
through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf) to Relay …
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DeSoto Park Board Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
The Park Board of the City of DeSoto held a Quarterly Board Meeting on Wednesday, July 22,
2026, at 5:30 pm in the DeSoto Town Center Council Chambers, 211 E. Pleasant Run Road,
DeSoto, Texas.
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The Quarterly Board Meeting was called to order on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 5:39
pm by the Board Chairperson, James Culp.
II. CONSENT AGENDA
Items are listed on the Consent Agenda by the Staff Assistant for the Wednesday, June 17, 2026,
Special Park Board Meeting. Motion by Board Member James Culp, Second by Board Member James
Jewell, to approve with no changes.
Board Chairperson, James Culp
Board Vice-Chairperson, Althea Satterfield White
Board Members, Paul Dryer
Board Member, James Jewell
Board Member, KD Brown
Council Liaison, Ken Waters
Parks & Recreation Director, Tyler Agee
Staff Assistant, Yanece Washington
DDC Chairperson, Michael Baldwin
ABSENT:
Board Member, Danielle Odis
III. NEW BUSINESS
A. Presentations
1. Sports Associations/Public Comments (5 minutes)
•
During this section of the meeting, there were no community
members or sports associations present to the board.
B. Director’s Report
Introduction of New Parks & Recreation Director
o New Parks & Recreation Director Tyler Agee introduced himself to the Park
Board. He shared his professional background, including 18 years of
experience in municipal parks and recreation. He expressed his e …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
Audiencia pública sobre el permiso para taller de reparación de automóviles en 1027 E. Belt Line Road
La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará recomendar un Permiso de Uso Específico (SUP) para un taller de reparación de automóviles menores en 0.809 acres en 1027 E. Belt Line Road, el cual está zonificado actualmente como General Retail pero designado como Medium Density Residential en el Plan Maestro. También discutirán los hallazgos diagnósticos para la actualización de la Ordenanza de Zonificación y Subdivisión de la Ciudad y considerarán recomendar la aprobación del plano preliminar de la Subdivisión Residencial Parks para 10 lotes residenciales en 541 S. Parks Drive.
- Audiencia pública para el SUP para permitir un taller de reparación de automóviles menores en 1027 E. Belt Line Road (Caso de Zonificación Z-1545-26)
- Discusión de los hallazgos diagnósticos para la actualización de la Ordenanza de Zonificación y Subdivisión dirigida por Freese and Nichols, Inc.
- Recomendación sobre el plano preliminar de la Subdivisión Residencial Parks que crea 10 lotes residenciales y 4 lotes no residenciales en 541 S. Parks Drive (Caso PP-356-26)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión regular del 23 de junio de 2026
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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Tanya Brooks
Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim
Commissioner Donald Dewberry
Commissioner Brian Laurore
Commissioner Serita Edwards
Commissioner Vickie Alexis
Commissioner Mark Jones
DATE: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into
closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on
any agenda item listed herein.
A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
C. CITIZEN APPEARANCES
The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the
Commissioners on any topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens
wishing to speak should complete a "Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the
table prior to the meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the
Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on items not listed on the
agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff, placed on a
future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak
on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments
until the Public Hearing on that item.
C. DISCUSSION
1. Discussion of the diagnostic findings for the update to the City’s Zoning and
Subdivision Ordinance, led by Free …
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Fri Jul 10, 2026
DeSoto Development Corporation
DDC y el Concejo Municipal celebran retiro conjunto para la planificación estratégica
La DeSoto Development Corporation y el Concejo Municipal se reúnen en un retiro conjunto para discutir prioridades estratégicas, evaluación organizacional y un plan de acción de seis meses. La agenda incluye presentaciones sobre progresos recientes, una cartera de proyectos transformadores y una sesión ejecutiva para buscar asesoría legal sobre las obligaciones de confidencialidad en las negociaciones de desarrollo económico.
- Presentación y discusión de una revisión de centrado estratégico del retiro de enero de 2026
- Presentación de evaluación organizacional que cubre gobernanza e información cultural
- Discusión de un tablero de impulso de 'Pipeline' (cartera) y proyectos transformadores
- Discusión de un plan de acción de seis meses que aborda medidas audaces, dinámicas políticas y transiciones de liderazgo
- Sesión ejecutiva cerrada bajo el Código de Gobierno de Texas 551.071 para asesoría legal sobre obligaciones de confidencialidad
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== Agenda for Joint Retreat Meeting of the
a ——9 DeSoto City Council and the Board of
Directors of the DeSoto Development
— So Vjuch to love ~~ ||Corporation
AARC at McCowan Park
1400 Academy Way, DeSoto, Texas 75115
Board President Michael Baldwin DATE: Friday, July 10, 2026
Vice President Felicia Pierson
Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace 7:30 AM — 2:00 PM
Board Member Mark Jones
Board Member James Pruitt
Board Member Micaela Herndon
Board Member A. Garrett-Price
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A.
CALL TO ORDER
Call to Order the Joint Retreat Meeting of the DeSoto City Council and the Board of Directors of the
DeSoto Development Corporation
PRE-SESSION ACTIVATION ACTIVITIES
Focus: Team Energy facilitated by TIP Strategies.
DDC PRESIDENT'S COMMENTS - WELCOME & FRAMING THE MOMENT
Discuss shared purpose, where we are, where we have been 6-month impressions/evaluation,
tone-setting, and alignment on the day’s goals. DDC Board President Michael Baldwin
PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF STRATEGIC CENTERING
Grounding, review of January 2026 retreat, survey, decisions & progress. TIP Strategies.
PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING ORGANIZATIONAL ASSESSMENT
Present assessment, governance realities, and cultural truths. Gus Garcia
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
Domestic Violence Advisory Commission
La Comisión revisará las estadísticas del crimen y discutirá el plan estratégico para la prevención de la violencia doméstica
La Comisión Asesora de Violencia Doméstica revisará las estadísticas recientes del crimen, realizará una revisión financiera y discutirá actualizaciones sobre la implementación de su plan estratégico, incluyendo el seguimiento de un tablero de control. La agenda también cubre esfuerzos de redes sociales y marketing, eventos de participación comunitaria (S.O.S. Event, seguimiento de DPAC, Genesis First Women's Brunch) e iniciativas de capacitación. No hay votos ni acciones formales programadas.
- Revisión de Estadísticas del Crimen
- Revisión Financiera
- Implementación del Plan Estratégico y Seguimiento del Tablero de Control
- Eventos de Participación Comunitaria: S.O.S Event, seguimiento de DPAC, Genesis First Women's Brunch
- Discusión de capacitación
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✓ Decidido: DVAC approves purchase of table for October 24th S.O.S event
The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission approved the purchase of a $25 table for an event on October 24th. The commission discussed a public education event scheduled for June 18th and received training on the Power & Control Wheel. Officer Hooker presented crime statistics and proposed women's and gun safety classes.
- Approved May minutes
- Approved $25 purchase for S.O.S event table (Oct 24th)
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Domestic Violence Advisory Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Chairperson Dr. James McConnell
Vice Chairperson Cassandra Wesley
Commissioner Dr. Jennifer Lewis Johnson
Commissioner Jazmyn Nobles
Commissioner Rochelle Ross
Commissioner Laurinda Jackson
Commissioner Shanika Davis
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
Meeting time: 8:00 AM
Location: CARE Team Offices
525 Ray Ave
DeSoto, TX 75115
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
• Call to order
• Invocation
• Approval of June minutes
• Review Crime Statistics
• Financial Review
o Updates and next steps:
Discussion or Strategic Plan implementation plan
Dashboard Follow-up
Social Media/Marketing
Community Engagement/Awareness
S.O.S Event
DPAC follow-up
Genesis First Women’s Brunch
Training
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I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at
www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto,
Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 7.2.26 at 9:00 am and remained so posted at
least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened.
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Domestic Violence Advisory Commission
Workgroup Meeting Agenda
Chairperson Dr. James McConnell -present
Vice Chairperson Cassandra Wesley -present
Commissioner Jazmyn Nobl-present
Commissioner Rochelle Ross-present
Commissioner Laurinda Jackson-present
Commissioner Shanika Davis- present
Commissioner- Dr. Jennifer Jackson -present
Commissioner Shirley Hendrix- present
Jessica Hooker- DeSoto PD
Letitia Hughes- Councilwoman DeSoto
Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
Meeting time: 8:00 AM
Location: DeSoto PD Training Room
714 E Belt Line Rd
DeSoto, Texas 75115
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
• Call to order at 8:01 am
• Approval of May minutes
o Motion to approve by Commissioner Jackson and passed
• Discussion of June 18th public Event
o 5:30-7:30 pm Thursday. Focus is on educating the public, building awareness of DV, and
handing out resources
o Commissioners will work with Nancy to get materials and items to hand out as needed for
the event
o Commissioners will wear DVAC shirts on this date
• Votes Needed on
o S. O. S
Event Oct 24th event. 220 E Pleasant Run, 6-10 pm Motion passed for DVAC to
purchase a for attendance, $25 table
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Mon Jul 6, 2026
Cultural Arts Foundation
La Fundación de Artes Culturales discutirá la designación del Distrito Cultural
La Fundación de Artes Culturales DeSoto recibirá una presentación sobre la designación del Distrito Cultural y considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión de junio. La junta revisará el informe del saldo de la cuenta y discutirá un próximo retiro que contará con la participación de la conferenciante Margie Reese. También se discutirán proyectos futuros como cajas de tráfico, obras de arte en puentes y una instalación artística en una torre de agua, junto con actualizaciones del consejo municipal y del enlace del personal.
- Presentación y discusión sobre la Designación del Distrito Cultural
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 1 de junio de 2026
- Informe del Saldo de la Cuenta DTCAF
- Discusión sobre la conferenciante del retiro Margie Reese
- Proyectos futuros: Obra de arte en puentes, Torre de agua, DAL Showcase
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✓ Decidido: Cultural Arts Foundation approves June minutes and plans July 11 retreat
The board approved the June 1, 2026, meeting minutes and finalized the agenda for an upcoming planning retreat. Members discussed budget challenges, upcoming project presentations to City Council, and logistics for the DAL Showcase.
- Approved June 1, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
- Established April 1 internal deadline for submitting project ideas
- Decided to use a competition format with prizes for the DAL Showcase spoken word segment
- Agreed to a one-week response deadline for potential musical headliners
- Set the DAL Showcase vendor fee at $25 on a first-come, first-served basis
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DeSoto Texas Cultural Arts Foundation
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
Council Conference Room
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
President Dr. James McBride
Vice President Kathy Jones
Secretary Brandi Johnson
Board Member Marchello Eans
Board Member Latonya Sneed
Board Member Pamela Spooner
Board Member Jamila Sherman
Board Member Paulette Hunter
Board Member Daniele Hunter
Ex-Officio Board Member James White
Ex-Officio Board Member Ryan Brooks
DATE: Monday, July 6, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Conference
Room
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A. Cultural District Designation
1. Presentation and discussion
B. Review of Board Minutes June 1, 2026
1. Approval of June 1, 2026 minutes
C. Budget
1. DTCAF Account Balance Report
D. DTCAF Retreat
1. Discuss speaker Margie Reese
E. DTCAF Banners
1. Discussion
F. Future Projects
1. Brief Discussion
2. Project Matrix
3. Proposal Submissions
• Traffic Boxes
• ARC Project
• Bridge Artwork
• Water Tower
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DAL Showcase
• Ideas/Thoughts
• DAL Artists
• Availability of Dates
City Council Updates
City Staff Liaison Updates
WORK SESSION ADJOURNMENT
NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING
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DESOTO, TEXAS CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION MEETING MINUTES
July 6, 2026
Summary
The meeting was called to order at 6:02pm by President James McBride.
Cultural District Designation: Dr. Williams was not present. Her presentation was moved to the
retreat on July 11, 2026.
Approval of Meeting Minutes:
The board discussed the approval of the meeting minutes . The board motioned to accept the
minutes. June 1, 2026, minutes were approved. P. Spooner made a motion to approve the minutes,
and P. Hunter seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously 5-0.
Budget Report:
J. White presented the budget, reporting an account balance of $2,617.60. He noted in a memo that
the AAPI Festival had a profit of $62.78.
• Procurement and Budget Challenges: The team discusses ongoing difficulties with the
current fiscal year's project funding, noting that the procurement process is significantly
delayed. Staff explained that they are in constant communication with the procurement
department to expedite requests. Staff notes that they are trying to submit requisitions
before the end of the year to ensure funding rolls over.
• Fiscal Year Budget Planning : The board discussed the necessity of submitting budget
requests to the city council much earlier, as they have experienced repeated project funding
Meeting
Date
Jamila
Sherman
James
McBride
Marchello
Eans
Kathy
Jones
Danielle
Hunter
Brandi
Johnson
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Thu Jul 2, 2026
Library Board
La Junta de la Biblioteca escuchará informes, no hay temas de acción
La Junta Asesora de la Biblioteca Pública de DeSoto se reúne para aprobar las actas del 2 de abril de 2026 y escuchar los informes del Director de la Biblioteca, el Enlace del Personal y el Enlace del Concejo Municipal. La junta no tiene temas para consideración o votación. El foro público está abierto para comentarios fuera de la agenda.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 2 de abril de 2026
- Informe del Director de la Biblioteca
- Informe del Enlace del Personal
- Comentarios de la Enlace del Concejo Municipal Pierette Parker
- No hay temas para consideración
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DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board
Meeting Agenda
DeSoto Public Library
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Raquel Smith
Vice Chairperson Jessica Lennon
Board Member Alicia Castile
Board Member Uchenna Nwaizu
Board Member Mary Woodard
Board Member Tiffany Daniels Spivey
DATE: Thursday, July 2, 2026
MEETING: 7:00 PM Library Multipurpose Room
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CONSENT
1. Approval of the Minutes from the April 2, 2026, DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board
Meeting
C. REGULAR AGENDA
1. Library Director's Report
2. Staff Liaison Report
3. Comments by City Council Liaison — Pierette Parker
PUBLIC FORUM (Members of the public may address the Board on non-agenda items at
this time. The Board will not engage in discussion, deliberation, or take action on any
matters raised. Please limit remarks to three minutes.)
CONSIDER (The following items require consideration and a vote by the Board. As an
Advisory Board, any actions taken will be in the form of recommendations to City Council
or expressions of support related to library operations.)
No items for consideration
F. ADJOURNMENT
NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking
is available at the primary west entrance facing Hampton Road. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and
may require auxiliary aids or services such …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
Audiencia pública sobre subdivisión de alquiler de 200 unidades en N. Westmoreland Rd.
La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre un Desarrollo Planificado propuesto (PD-202) para un sitio de 24.274 acres en 214, 300 y 300 N. Westmoreland Rd. El proyecto cambiaría la zonificación de SF-15 a zonificación base de Familia Múltiple para permitir 200 unidades habitacionales de alquiler (66 dúplex, 134 casas unifamiliares independientes). El personal recomienda la aprobación, pero las protestas por escrito que representan el 28% del área de las propiedades cercanas requieren un voto de supermayoría del Concejo Municipal. La comisión también considerará las actas de reuniones anteriores.
- Audiencia pública sobre la rezonificación PD-202 para una subdivisión de alquiler de 200 unidades en 214, 300 y 300 N. Westmoreland Rd.
- El desarrollo propuesto incluye 66 unidades dúplex y 134 unidades unifamiliares independientes, todas para alquiler.
- Se recibieron protestas por escrito del 28% del área de tierra cercana; se requiere una supermayoría del Concejo Municipal para la aprobación.
- El personal recomienda la aprobación, citando la consistencia con la designación de Residencial de Densidad Media del Plan Maestro.
- La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de las reuniones del 28 de abril y 12 de mayo de 2026.
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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Tanya Brooks
Vice Chairperson Gilbert Graim
Commissioner Donald Dewberry
Commissioner Brian Laurore
Commissioner Serita Edwards
Commissioner Vickie Alexis
Commissioner Mark Jones
DATE: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B.
REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
C.
CITIZEN APPEARANCES
The Planning and Zoning Commission invites citizens to address the Commissioners on any
topic not already scheduled for Public Hearing. Citizens wishing to speak should complete a
"Citizen Comment Card" and return it to the table prior to the meeting. In accordance with
the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission cannot take action on
items not listed on the agenda. However, your concerns may be addressed by City Staff,
placed on a future agenda, or responded to by some other course. Anyone desiring to speak
on an item scheduled for a Public Hearing is requested to hold their comments until the
Public Hearing on that item.
D.
CONSENT AGENDA
Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately. Approval of
the Consent Agenda authorizes …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
Citizens Police Advisory Committee
El Comité revisará la política de cámaras corporales
El Citizens Police Advisory Committee revisará la Política 110.019 sobre cámaras corporales y dispositivos de grabación. También aprobarán las actas de la reunión del 27 de abril de 2026 y establecerán la agenda de la próxima reunión. No hay decisiones programadas; los puntos son solo para discusión.
- Revisión de la Política 110.019 Body Worn Camera / Recording Device
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión ordinaria del 27 de abril de 2026
- Establecimiento de la agenda de la próxima reunión
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City of DeSoto / City Hall
City Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Rd., Suite A
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Citizens Police Advisory Committee
Chairperson Hope Stevens
Vice Chairperson Mary Morris
Secretary Myra Rand
Board Member Elma Goodwin
Board Member Akilah Wallace
Board Member Lester Geason, Jr.
Board Member Ginny Hall
Board Member Mary Davis
Student Representatives
Vacant
Vacant
DATE: Monday, June 22, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:30pm
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVE MINUTES
a. April 27, 2026, Regular Meeting
3. NEW BUSINESS
a. Review Policy 110.019 Body Worn Camera / Recordi ng Device
b. Set next meeting agenda
4. ADJOURNMENT
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on
the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on
the following date and time : Monday, June 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. , and remained posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was
convened.
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Julie Potter
Executive Administrative Assistant
DeSoto Police Department
Thu Jun 18, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
La Junta considerará variaciones para el lote en 1001 Crestwood Court
La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de variación de Adan Tellez, en nombre de Blue Stairs, LLC, para la propiedad en 1001 Crestwood Court. El solicitante busca una variación de 18 pies al ancho mínimo del lote y una variación de 26 pies a la profundidad mínima del lote en el distrito SF-9. La junta denegó previamente una solicitud similar el 7 de mayo de 2026. El personal recomienda la aprobación.
- Audiencia pública: variación al ancho mínimo del lote (18 ft) y profundidad del lote (26 ft) en 1001 Crestwood Court (Caso ZBOA No. B26-02)
- La moción previa para aprobar falló el 7 de mayo de 2026 (3 a favor, 1 en contra)
- El personal recomienda la aprobación basada en la dificultad derivada de la forma irregular del lote en el cul-de-sac
- Capacitación para los miembros de la Junta de Zonificación dirigida por el Abogado de la Ciudad
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión especial del 7 de mayo de 2026
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Zoning Board of Adjustments Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson LaShonda Burnett (Regular)
Vice Chairperson Tanikqua Darden
(Regular)
Board Member Michelle Edwards
Johnson (Regular)
Board Member Isaac Rubio (Regular)
Board Member Victor Vital (Regular)
Board Member Jeffrey Burns (Alternate)
Board Member Tracy Nelson (Alternate)
Board Member Dianne Hawkins
(Alternate)
Board Member Alvin Denson Culberson
Jr. (Alternate)
DATE: Thursday, June 18, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into
closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on
any agenda item listed herein.
A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
B. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
C. TRAINING
1. Training for Zoning Board of Adjustment Members, led by the City Attorney’s Office.
D. CONSENT AGENDA
Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately.
Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the approval of each item in
accordance with Staff Recommendations.
1. Approval of Minutes
a. Consider approval of minutes for the Zoning Board of Adjustments Special Meeting
of May 7, 2026
E. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Application of Adan Tellez, on behalf of the property owner Blue Stairs, LLC, for: (1) a
variance to the minimum lot width; and, (2) a v …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Park Board
Junta de Parques recibirá actualizaciones sobre asociaciones deportivas, ARC y finanzas
Esta reunión especial incluye un orden del día de consentimiento para aprobar las actas del 6 de mayo de 2026 y una serie de actualizaciones informativas de asociaciones deportivas, el Comité de Revisión Arquitectónica (ARC), la Corporación de Desarrollo DeSoto (DDC) y el departamento de finanzas. No se programan votaciones sobre cambios de zonificación, adjudicaciones de contratos o cambios de tarifas.
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 6 de mayo de 2026
- Comentarios públicos de asociaciones deportivas (5 minutos)
- Actualización del ARC
- Informe financiero
- Actualización de la DDC
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✓ Decidido: DeSoto Park Board approves consent agenda and reviews ARC facility updates
The Board approved the consent agenda with changes. Members discussed ARC membership growth, potential new payment options for families, and the implementation of a park evaluation matrix. No other formal votes on new business were recorded.
- Approved consent agenda with changes
- Board Chair agreed to draft TRAPS Award nomination letter for Nathan Busby
- Agreed to begin outreach to community partners for Placer.ai data collaboration
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Park Board Meeting Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road DeSoto,
Texas 75115
Chairperson James Culp
Vice Chairperson Althea-Satterfield White
Board Member Danielle Odis
Board Member K D B rown
Board Member James Jewell
Board Member Paul Dryer
Board Member Vanessa Wimberly
DATE: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
SPECIAL MEETING SESSION 5:30pm
EACH PERSON OR GROUP REPRESENTATIVE ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES FOR THEIR PRESENTATION,
AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR. ANY PERSON OR GROUP NOT ON THE AGENDA WILL BE LIMITED
TO 5 MINUTES FOR THE PRESENTATION, AFTER WHICH THE FLOOR WILL BE RETURNED TO THE CHAIR.
A
B
C
SPECIAL SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
James Culp- Chair
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of May 6, 2026, Meeting Minutes
SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
D
1. Sports Associations/Public comment- (5 minutes)
2. ARC update
3. Financial Report
4. DDC update
5. Council Liaison Report
6. Park Board Member Updates on Parks
7. Update on S
port Association Concerns
8. Department Updates
9. New Business
SPECIAL SESSION ADJOURNMENT
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Parking spaces for the mobility impaired are available. Requests for sign interpretation services must
be made forty -eight (48) hours prior to the time of the meeting. Arrangements for sign interpretative services may be made by calling the City Secretary at 972-230 -9646 or by calling
through a T.D.D. (Telecommunication Dev …
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DeSoto Park Board Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Park Board of the City of DeSoto held a Special Board Meeting on Wednesday, June 17,
2026, at 5:30 pm in the DeSoto Town Center Council Chambers, 211 E. Pleasant Run Road,
DeSoto, Texas.
I. CALL TO ORDER:
The Special Board Meeting was called to order on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 5:38 pm
by the Board Chairperson James Culp.
II. CONSENT AGENDA
Items are listed on the Consent Agenda by the Staff Assistant for the Wednesday, May 6, 2026, Special
Park Board Meeting. Motion by Board Member Paul Dryer, Second by Board Vice-Chairperson Althea
Satterfield White, to approve with changes.
Board Chairperson, James Culp
Board Vice-Chairperson, Althea Satterfield White
Board Member, Danielle Odis
Board Members, Paul Dryer
Board Member, KD Brown
Council Liaison, Ken Waters
Acting Interim Director, Dr. Marques Buford Parks
Superintendent, Tanaia Keyes
ABSENT: Board Member, James Jewell (Absent)
Board Member, Vanessa Wimberly (Resigned)
III. NEW BUSINESS
A. Presentations
1. Sports Associations/Public Comments (5 minutes)
• During this section of the meeting, there were no community
members or sports associations present to the board.
B. ARC Updates:
Provided the Park Board with a few facility updates, along with key highlights, including
the following:
o Approximately 3,658 memberships to date
o Strong growth in monthly memberships.
o Increased interest generated by the lei …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Civil Service Commission
Actualizaciones de policía y bomberos, discusiones sobre exámenes en la agenda de Servicio Civil
La Comisión de Servicio Civil se reunirá para aprobar las actas y recibir actualizaciones de los jefes de policía y bomberos. Se planean discusiones sobre el examen de ingreso para oficiales de policía y el examen de promoción a cabo. No hay votos programados sobre ordenanzas, contratos o presupuestos; la agenda es mayormente procedimental.
- Discusión del Examen de Ingreso para Oficiales de Policía
- Discusión del Examen de Promoción a Cabo
- Actualización del Jefe de Policía
- Actualización del Jefe de Bomberos
- Aprobación de las actas del 8 de junio de 2026
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Civil Service Meeting Agenda
DeSoto Fire Administration
& Station 2
206 S. Parks
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr.
Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III
Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough
DATE: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Fire Station 2
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
B. APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED MONDAY,
JUNE 08, 2026
C. REGULAR AGENDA
1. Director Update
2. Police Chief Update
o Discuss Police Officer Entrance Exam
o Discuss Corporal Promotion Exam
3. Fire Chief Update
D. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION
E. REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located
at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 06.09.2026 at 02:15 pm
and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened.
Danielle Manning
Civil Service Director
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EX A S —
Civil Service Commission
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
The Civil Service Commission Meeting was held on this date
at the DeSoto Fire Administration & Station 2 located at 206 S. Parks, DeSoto, Texas 75115
with the following Commission members present:
Also
Present:
Chair James E. Collier, Jr.
Commissioner Louie W. Bright, III
Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough
Danielle Manning, Director of Civil Service
Bryan Southard, Fire Chief
Bryan Whitacre, Assistant Fire Chief
Joseph Costa, Police Chief
Ryan Jesionek, Assistant Police Chief
Terry Baker, Police Captain
Robert Penwarden, Police Lieutenant
Brittney Green, Police Officer
Arthur Busby, Citizen
1. Callto Order
Chair Collier called the meeting to order at 1:00 PM.
A quorum was present.
2. Consider Previous Meeting Minutes
The minutes of the June 08, 2026, Commission meeting were approved. (Motioned by Bright;
seconded by Yarbough; all in favor)
3. Director Update
Director Manning did not provide any additional updates.
4. Police Chief Updates
Police Chief Costa provided a current staffing update for the Police Department. Costa
informed the Commission of the upcoming staffing needs for the department. The
department currently has thirteen (13) vacancies. Chief Costa informed the Commission that
an officer formally declined advancement to the rank of Corporal. The current Corporal list is
now exhausted. Chief Costa requested to post to hold a Corporal Promotion Exam on
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Domestic Violence Advisory Commission
La Comisión Asesora de Violencia Doméstica de DeSoto revisa estadísticas del crimen y el plan estratégico
La comisión revisará estadísticas del crimen y actualizaciones financieras, discutirá la implementación del plan estratégico, redes sociales/marketing, la participación comunitaria para el evento del 18 de junio, los estatutos y la capacitación. No hay votos programados sobre ordenanzas o contratos.
- Revisión de Estadísticas del Crimen
- Revisión Financiera con actualizaciones sobre la Implementación del Plan Estratégico
- Discusión de seguimiento del Dashboard
- Discusión de Redes Sociales/Marketing
- Participación Comunitaria/Concientización para el evento del 18 de junio
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✓ Decidido: DVAC approves strategic plan and new bylaws
The Domestic Violence Advisory Commission approved a strategic plan focused on education and advocacy, and voted to update its bylaws. The group also discussed funding needs and assigned leadership roles.
- Approved Strategic Plan 'Awareness to Advocacy' (passed)
- Approved new bylaws reflecting attendance and strategic plan
- Appointed Commissioner Dr. Connell as Chair, Commissioner Wesley as Vice-Chair, and Commissioner Nobles as Secretary & Treasurer
- Commissioner Nobles to chair social media and implement feedback on brochures
- Commissioner Nobles to purchase Otter.ai transcription software subscription
- Tabled discussion on database creation for crime heatmapping
- Tabled discussion on on-site advocates for DV calls
- Tabled discussion on apartment complex education
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Domestic Violence Advisory
Commission Meeting Agenda
Chairperson Dr. James McConnell
Vice C
hairperson Cassandra Wesley
Comm
issioner Dr. Jennifer Lewis Johnson
Comm
issioner Jazmyn Nobles
Comm
issioner Rochelle Ross
Comm
issioner Laurinda Jackson
Commissioner Shanika Davis
Date: Thursday, J une 11, 2026
Meeting time: 8:00 AM
Location: Training Room of
the DeSoto Police Department
714 E. Beltline Road
DeSoto, TX 75115
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
• Call to order
• Invocation
• Approval of May minutes
• Review Crime Statistics
• Financial Review
o Updates and next steps:
Discussion or Strategic Plan implementation plan
Dashboard Follow
-up
Social Media/Marketing
Community
Engagement/Awareness
June 18th event
Bylaws
Training
• Adjournment
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I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at
www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto,
Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 6.8.26 at 9:00 am and remained so posted at
least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened.
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Nancy Fajardo
Staff Liaison
DeSoto Domestic Violence …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
DeSoto Development Corporation
La Junta discutirá incentivos para cinco proyectos en sesión ejecutiva
La junta de la DeSoto Development Corporation considerará la aprobación de los puntos de la agenda de consentimiento, incluyendo las actas y los estados financieros de abril de 2026. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen un informe de estado financiero y la discusión de las designaciones de Zonas de Oportunidad. Posteriormente, la junta entrará en sesión ejecutiva para deliberar sobre posibles incentivos financieros para cinco proyectos de desarrollo económico (Rover, Winter, Lyme, Parker, Brew) y recibir una actualización sobre el Project PGA. Cualquier acción necesaria resultante de la sesión ejecutiva se llevará a cabo en sesión abierta.
- Considerar la acción para aprobar las actas de la Reunión Ordinaria de la Junta del 14 de mayo de 2026
- Considerar la acción para aprobar los estados financieros de abril de 2026
- Recibir el Informe de Estado Financiero de abril de 2026
- Discusión de las Designaciones de Zonas de Oportunidad
- Discusiones en sesión ejecutiva sobre posibles incentivos para Project Rover, Project Winter, Project Lyme, Project Parker y Project Brew
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OeSoto, Texas 75115
DATE: Thursday, June 11, 2026
President Michael Baldwin
Vice President Felicia Pierson
Secretary/Treasurer Akilah Wallace
Director Dr. Micaela Herndon
Director Mark Jones
Director Dr. Ahmed Garrett-Price
Director James Pruitt
6:00 pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into a closed Executive Session
to seek confidential legal advice from the Corporation's attorney on any agenda item listed herein.
“Pursuant to Texas Government Cade Sec, 551.127, on a regular, non-emergency basis, members may attend and participate in the meeting
remotely by video conference, Should that occur, a quorum of members, including the presiding officer, will be physically present at the
location noted on this Agenda.”
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Consent Agenda
The DDC Chief Executive Officer lists items on the Consent Agenda and recommends them to the DDC Board of
Directors for a single vote of approval. At the request of a board director, any item on the Consent Agenda may be
removed for a separate vote.
1, Consider action to approve the minutes of the May 14, 2026, Regular Board Meeting.
2, Consider action to approve the financial statements for April 2026.
D. New Business (items for discussion and/or possible action)
1. Receive Finance Status Report for April 202 …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Veterans Affairs Committee
El Comité de Asuntos de Veteranos revisa el plan anual y los eventos
El Comité de Asuntos de Veteranos de DeSoto revisará las actas, discutirá asuntos nuevos y antiguos, y actualizará el plan anual. Los temas incluyen una presentación para el Banquete de Juntas y Comisiones, Wreaths Across America, pancartas de Purple Heart y la planificación de los eventos del Memorial Day y Veterans Day. No hay ordenanzas ni acciones financieras en la agenda.
- Revisión de las actas de la reunión de mayo
- Presentación del VAC para el Banquete de Juntas y Comisiones
- Discusión de la planificación de Wreaths Across America (diciembre)
- Discusión sobre pancartas para Purple Heart
- Revisión del plan anual que incluye la Caminata/Carrera del Memorial Day, la Ceremonia y el Desayuno del Veterans Day
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Veterans Affairs Committee Meeting A g e n d a
C ity H a ll C o n fe re n c e R o o m
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Arthur Hobbs
Board Member Darron Daniel
Board Member Latoya Boyd
Board Member Terrence Stevens
Board Member James Henderson
Board Member Kelvin Moffitt
Board Member Charles Holmes
Council Liaison Crystal Chism
Staff Liaison Esther Williams
DATE: Monday , June 8, 2 0 2 6
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Conference Room
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A . PLEDGE OF A L L E G IA N C E
B . REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO O R D E R
C . REGULAR A G E N D A
I. Review of May minutes
II. New Business
• Boards & Commissions Banquet VAC Presentation
III. Old Business
• Wreaths Across America (Dec.)
• Banners for Purple Heart
IV . Year-long plan review/update
• Memorial Day Walk/Run – Review
• Memorial Day Ceremony – Review
• Veterans Day Breakfast
V . Action Items Review
D . REGULAR SESSION A D J O U R N M E N T
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on
the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on
the following date and time: 5.19 .2026 at 5 :0 0 p m , and remained so posted at l …
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Civil Service Commission
La Comisión de Servicio Civil discutirá el examen de ingreso para Bomberos/Paramédicos
La Comisión de Servicio Civil escuchará actualizaciones del Director, el Jefe de Policía y el Jefe de Bomberos, y discutirá el examen de ingreso para Bomberos/Paramédicos. La Comisión también aprobará las actas de la reunión del 4 de mayo de 2026 y programará la próxima reunión.
- Aprobar las actas del 4 de mayo de 2026
- Discutir el examen de ingreso para Bomberos/Paramédicos
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Civil Service Meeting Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson James E. Collier, Jr.
Vice Chairperson Louie Bright, III
Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough
DATE: Monday, June 08, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 1:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
B. APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION DATED MONDAY, MAY
04, 2026
C. REGULAR AGENDA
1. Director Update
2. Police Chief Update
3. Fire Chief Update
o Discuss Firefighter/Paramedic Entrance Exam
D. SCHEDULE NEXT MEETING AND DISCUSS TOPICS FOR CONSIDERATION
E. REGULAR SESSION ADJOURNMENT
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on the bulletin boards located
at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on the following date and time: 06.01.2026 at 3:30 pm
and remained so posted at least two (2) hours after said meeting was convened.
Danielle Manning
Civil Service Director
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Civil Service Commission
Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 8, 2026, 1:00 PM
The Civil Service Commission Meeting was held on this date
at the City Hall Council Chambers located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas
with the following Commission members present:
Also
Present:
Chair James E. Collier, Jr.
Commissioner Louie W. Bright, III
Commissioner Tonnette Yarbough
Danielle Manning, Director of Civil Service
Bryan Southard, Fire Chief
Joseph Costa, Police Chief
Ryan Jesionek, Assistant Police Chief
Terry Baker, Police Captain
Katherine Peal, Interim Director of Human Resources
1. Callto Order
Chair Collier called the meeting to order at 1:00 PM.
A quorum was present.
2. Consider Previous Meeting Minutes
The minutes of the May 04, 2026, Commission meeting were approved. (Motioned by
Yarbough; seconded by Bright; all in favor)
3. Director Update
Director Manning did not provide any additional updates.
4. Police Chief Updates
Police Chief Costa provided a current staffing update for the Police Department. Costa
informed the Commission of the upcoming staffing needs for the department. The
department currently has twelve (12) vacancies. The Commission questioned Chief Costa
about the increased number of vacancies. Commissioners inquired about reasons given by
the staff leaving the department. Chief Costa noted that the new positions at other
municipalities offered the employees increased vacation allowances, pay increases,
appreciation by …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Veterans Affairs Committee
El Comité revisará el plan de eventos anuales y la presentación del banquete
El Comité de Asuntos de Veteranos discutirá y revisará el plan anual, incluyendo los eventos del Memorial Day, el Desayuno del Veterans Day y una presentación para el Banquete de Juntas y Comisiones. Los asuntos pendientes incluyen actualizaciones sobre Wreaths Across America y los carteles de Purple Heart. No hay votos financieros ni ordenanzas en la agenda.
- Presentación del VAC para el Banquete de Juntas y Comisiones
- Actualización de Wreaths Across America (diciembre)
- Discusión sobre los carteles de Purple Heart
- Revisión de la Caminata/Carrera y Ceremonia del Memorial Day
- Planificación del Desayuno del Veterans Day
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Veterans Affairs Committee Meeting A g e n d a
C ity H a ll C o n fe re n c e R o o m
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson Arthur Hobbs
Board Member Darron Daniel
Board Member Latoya Boyd
Board Member Terrence Stevens
Board Member James Henderson
Board Member Kelvin Moffitt
Board Member Charles Holmes
Council Liaison Crystal Chism
Staff Liaison Esther Williams
DATE: Monday , June 8, 2 0 2 6
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Conference Room
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A . PLEDGE OF A L L E G IA N C E
B . REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO O R D E R
C . REGULAR A G E N D A
I. Review of May minutes
II. New Business
• Boards & Commissions Banquet VAC Presentation
III. Old Business
• Wreaths Across America (Dec.)
• Banners for Purple Heart
IV . Year-long plan review/update
• Memorial Day Walk/Run – Review
• Memorial Day Ceremony – Review
• Veterans Day Breakfast
V . Action Items Review
D . REGULAR SESSION A D J O U R N M E N T
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice was posted online on the City's website at www.desototexas.gov and on
the bulletin boards located at City Hall located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 75115. This said Notice was posted on
the following date and time: 5.19 .2026 at 5 :0 0 p m , and remained so posted at l …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Library Board
La Junta de la Biblioteca celebra una reunión de procedimiento sin puntos de acción
La Junta Asesora de la Biblioteca Pública de DeSoto se reunirá en una sesión ordinaria que incluye la aprobación de las actas del 2 de abril de 2026, la recepción de informes del director de la biblioteca, del enlace del personal y del enlace del concejo municipal, y la apertura de la sesión para comentarios del público. No se enumeraron puntos para discusión o consideración, lo que convierte a esta en una reunión puramente procedimental.
- No hay puntos enumerados en las secciones de Discusión o Consideración
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 2 de abril de 2026
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—BeS oto DeSoto Public Library Advisory Board Agenda
—_— DeSoto Public Library
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
—_ So uch to love — DeSoto, Texas 75115
Board Member Mary Woodard
Board Member Tiffany Daniels
Spivey
Chairperson Raquel Smith DATE: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Vice Chairperson Jessica Lennon
Board Member Alicia Castile REGULAR SESSION: 7:00 pm
Board Member Uchenna Nwaizu Library Multipurpose Room
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into closed
Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item
listed herein.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B: APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 2, 2026 LIBRARY BOARD MEETING
C. LIBRARY DIRECTOR’S REPORT
D STAFF LIAISON REPORT
EE. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
F, DISCUSSION
There were no items for discussion.
G. PUBLIC FORUM
H. CONSIDER
There were no items for consideration.
ADJOURNMENT
NOTICE OF ASSISTANCE AT THE PUBLIC MEETING
The building in which the above meeting will be conducted is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and
special parking is available at the primary west entrance facing Hampton Road. Persons with disabilities who
plan to attend this meeting and may require auxiliary aids or services such as readers or large print, or
interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, are requested to contact the Office of City Secretary
at (972) 230-9664 or by Fax at (972) 274-0060, or by E-mail at saubrey@de …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment
La Junta de Zonificación considerará variaciones de ancho y profundidad de lote en 1001 Crestwood Court
La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de variaciones al ancho mínimo del lote (variación de 18 pies) y a la profundidad del lote (variación de 26 pies) para una propuesta de vivienda unifamiliar en 1001 Crestwood Court. El personal recomienda la aprobación. El punto de la agenda de consentimiento (aprobación de actas) ha sido cancelado.
- Audiencia pública sobre variaciones al ancho mínimo del lote (se requieren 75 ft, se proponen 57 ft) y a la profundidad del lote (se requieren 110 ft, se proponen 84 ft) en 1001 Crestwood Court, Lote 6, Creek Tree Estates Phase 3A Replat
- Solicitante: Adan Tellez en nombre del propietario Blue Stairs, LLC (Caso ZBOA No. B26-02)
- El personal recomienda la aprobación, determinando que el cumplimiento literal crearía una dificultad debido a la forma irregular del lote por su ubicación en un cul-de-sac
- Punto de la agenda de consentimiento (aprobación de las actas de la reunión especial del 7 de mayo de 2026) cancelado
- Capacitación para los miembros de la junta dirigida por la Oficina del Abogado de la Ciudad
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Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda
City Hall Council Chambers
211 E. Pleasant Run Road
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Chairperson LaShonda Burnett
(Regular)
Vice Chairperson Tanikqua Darden
(Regular)
Board Member Michelle Edwards
Johnson (Regular)
Board Member Isaac Rubio (Regular)
Board Member Victor Vital (Regular)
Board Member Jeffrey Burns (Alternate)
Board Member Tracy Nelson (Alternate)
Board Member Dianne Hawkins
(Alternate)
Board Member Alvin Denson
Culberson Jr. (Alternate)
DATE: Thursday, June 4, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: 6:00pm Council Chambers
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting may be convened into
closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on
any agenda item listed herein.
A.
REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
B.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
TRAINING
1.
Training for Zoning Board of Adjustments members led by City Attorney's Office.
D.
CONSENT AGENDA
Any item may be withdrawn from the consent agenda and acted on separately.
Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the approval of each item in
accordance with Staff Recommendations.
CANCELLED
1.
Approval of Minutes
a.
Consider approval of minutes for the Zoning Board of Adjustments Special
Meeting of May 7, 2026
E.
PUBLIC HEARING
1.
Application of Adan Tellez, on behalf of the property owner Blue Stairs, LLC, for: (1)
a variance to the minimum lot width; and, (2) a variance to the …
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