Heath, TX

HMBC-HEDC 260902

The Heath Municipal Benefits Corporation and Heath Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve meeting minutes, review the monthly financial report, adopt the FY 2026-2027 budget, and consider proposals for sales tax reporting and collection services. They will also discuss the 1880 Project, including a closed executive session on real property, business incentives, and the Director of Economic Development position. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of May 19, 2026 and July 21, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Adoption of HMBC/HEDC FY 2026-2027 Budget
• Proposals for sales tax reporting and collection service
• Discussion and action regarding 1880 Project
• Executive session on 1880 Project real property/incentives and Director of Economic Development personnel matter

Planning & Zoning 260901

The Heath Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit request. The agenda includes one substantive zoning item and the approval of minutes from a previous special meeting. No other major projects or budget items are listed.

• Public hearing on Case No. CUP-26-4 for a detached garage at 1009 Cedar Glen Trail
• Request by Justin Wilcox for a Conditional Use Permit in the SF-43 Single Family Residential District
• Action regarding minutes of the August 13th Special Meeting

City Council 260825

The Heath City Council will hold a public hearing to amend zoning ordinances for high-density multi-family residential districts to regulate HUD-code manufactured housing. The body will also decide on compensation for municipal court judges and a contract with the municipal court prosecutor. Additionally, the council will receive updates on capital projects, including the Hubbard Drive Project and DPS station construction.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 159.26(B) and 159.42 to regulate HUD-code Manufactured Housing
• Action on compensation for the Municipal Court Judge and Associate Municipal Court Judge
• Action on a contract with the Municipal Court Prosecutor
• Update on capital projects including Hubbard Drive Project, Water Plan, and Towne Center Park Project
• Update on construction of DPS Stations 30 & 31

City Council 260825

The Heath City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on proposed zoning changes to allow HUD-code manufactured housing in the MF-8 district, plus discussions on municipal court judge compensation and a prosecutor contract. The council will also receive updates on capital projects and the construction of DPS Stations 30 & 31. Consent items include approval of minutes from three prior meetings.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 159.26(B) and 159.42 to regulate HUD-code manufactured homes and redefine mobile homes
• Discussion and action on compensation for Municipal Court Judge and Associate Municipal Court Judge
• Discussion and action on a contract with the Municipal Court Prosecutor
• Update on capital projects: Hubbard Drive, Water Plan, Towne Center Park, Terry Lane Road, Candlelite Fire Flow, Public Works Facility, Trails, Street Maintenance
• Update on construction of DPS Stations 30 & 31

City Council 260817 Special Meeting

The Heath City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on ordering a local option election for November 3, 2026, and to authorize contracts with Rockwall and Kaufman County election administrators for that election. The council will also meet in executive session to consult with attorneys about a local option election petition and pending litigation against the Texas Attorney General. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Ordinance ordering a special election on November 3, 2026, for a Local Option Election
• Resolution authorizing contract with Rockwall County Elections Administrator for election services
• Resolution authorizing contract with Kaufman County Elections Administrator for election services
• Executive session on pending litigation: City of Heath v. Ken Paxton, Cause No. D-1-GN-23-001939

Park Board 260817

The Heath Park Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving the July 20, 2026 minutes, receiving a PATH committee report, deciding whether to use existing PATH funds for the Mayor's Ball to benefit parks and trails, and getting updates on Terry Park rules and FY26-27 capital projects. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion and action on minutes of July 20, 2026 regular meeting
• PATH committee report
• Discussion and action on using PATH funds for Mayor's Ball
• Update on Terry Park rules, regulations, and usage
• Update on FY26-27 Parks and Trails Capital Projects

HMBC-HEDC 260818 Canceled

The regular Heath Municipal Benefits Corporation (HMBC) and Heath Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026, has been canceled. A future meeting date will be announced with a new notice and agenda. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Regular HMBC-HEDC meeting canceled
• Meeting rescheduled to a future date
• Notice posted August 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

City Council 260817 Special Meeting

The Heath City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on ordering a local option election for November 3, 2026, and to authorize contracts with Rockwall and Kaufman County election administrators for that election. The council will also meet in executive session to consult with attorneys about the local option election petition and pending litigation against the Texas Attorney General. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Ordinance ordering a special election on November 3, 2026, for a Local Option Election
• Resolution authorizing contract with Rockwall County Elections Administrator for the November 3, 2026 General Election
• Resolution authorizing contract with Kaufman County Elections Administrator for the November 3, 2026 General Election
• Executive session on pending litigation: City of Heath v. Ken Paxton, Attorney General (Cause No. D-1-GN-23-001939)

Planning & Zoning 260813

The Heath Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to set development regulations for HUD-code manufactured homes and amend definitions in the city code. The commission will also vote on a replat request for two single-family lots in Hilltop Estates, and handle routine items like officer appointments and meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 159.26(B) (MF-8 district) and Chapter 159.42 (definitions) for HUD-code manufactured housing
• Replat Case RP-26-7: Cathey Custom Homes requests replat of Tracts 3 and part of Tract 9, Hilltop Estates, creating Lots 3R and 9R (4.2 and 3.86 acres)
• Appointment of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Approval of July 7, 2026 meeting minutes

Park Board 260817

The Heath Park Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving the July 20, 2026 minutes, receiving a report from the Parks and Trails of Heath (PATH) Committee, and discussing the use of existing PATH funds for the Mayor's Ball. The board will also receive updates on Terry Park rules and regulations and FY26-27 parks and trails capital projects. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion and action on minutes of July 20, 2026 regular meeting
• PATH Committee report
• Discussion and action on Mayor's Ball and use of existing PATH funds
• Discussion and update on Terry Park rules, regulations, and usage
• Discussion and update on FY26-27 Parks and Trails Capital Projects

City Council 260811

The Heath City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to adopt the FY 2026-2027 budget, set the property tax rate, adopt the master fee schedule, and approve a compensation plan. The proposed tax rate is $0.281436 per $100 of value, up from the current $0.275650, which would increase the tax on a median-valued homestead from $2,134.24 to $2,251.49. The council will also ratify the property tax increase and designate an additional bank signatory.

• Public hearing and ordinance to levy ad valorem property tax rate for Tax Year 2026 (proposed rate $0.281436 per $100)
• Ordinance adopting FY 2026-2027 budget and Plan of Municipal Services
• Resolution ratifying property tax increase reflected in FY 2026-2027 budget
• Ordinance adopting FY 2026-2027 Master Fee Schedule
• Resolution setting compensation program and pay plan effective October 1, 2026

City Council 260811

The Heath City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to adopt the FY 2026-2027 budget, set the property tax rate at $0.281436 per $100 valuation, and approve the master fee schedule. The proposed rate would increase taxes on a median-valued home from $2,134.24 to $2,251.49. Council will also ratify the tax increase and set the city's compensation plan.

• Public hearing and ordinance to levy ad valorem property tax rate of $0.281436 per $100 for Tax Year 2026
• Public hearing and ordinance adopting the FY 2026-2027 Master Fee Schedule
• Ordinance approving the FY 2026-2027 Budget and Plan of Municipal Services
• Resolution ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the budget
• Resolution setting the city's compensation program and pay plan effective October 1, 2026

Planning & Zoning 260813

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on amending city code to allow HUD-code manufactured homes in the MF-8 High Density Multi-Family district. They will also vote on a replat of two lots in Hilltop Estates and appoint officers for the coming year.

• Public hearing on ordinance to amend Chapter 159.26(B) and 159.42 to regulate HUD-code manufactured housing in MF-8 district
• Replat request RP-26-7 by Cathey Custom Homes to create Lots 3R and 9R from two tracts in Hilltop Estates (4.2 and 3.86 acres, SF zoning)
• Appointment of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for the commission

City Council 260805 Special Meeting

The Heath City Council is holding a special called work session to begin budget workshops for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The agenda includes a budget workshop and finance overview. A taxpayer impact statement shows a proposed property tax rate increase from $0.275650 to $0.281436 per $100 of valuation, which would raise the tax on a median-valued home from $2,134.24 to $2,251.49.

• Budget Work Session #1 – Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Workshop and Finance Overview
• Proposed property tax rate of $0.281436 per $100 of valuation, up from $0.275650
• Median-valued homestead property tax due would increase to $2,251.49 under proposed rate
• No new revenue rate would be $0.269792 per $100 of valuation

City Council 260805 Special Meeting

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop and finance overview for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement comparing the adopted 2025/2026 rate to a proposed 2026/2027 rate.

• Budget Work Session #1 – Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Workshop and Finance Overview
• Proposed 2026/2027 tax rate of $0.281436 per $100 of value
• No New Revenue Rate of $0.269792 per $100 of value

City Council 260728

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Plan of Municipal Services. Members will also discuss the proposed ad valorem property tax rate for the same period. Additionally, the council will consider several zoning changes and capital project updates.

• Public hearing on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Plan of Municipal Services
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 ad valorem property tax rate
• Zoning requests for 400 Heathland Crossing, 1500 Laurence Drive, and 531 Hubbard Drive
• Final Plat approval for Founders Reserve (22.357-acre tract)
• Grant application to the Texas Water Development Board for the Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant

The Heath City Council approved a resolution proposing a 2026 property tax rate of $0.281436 per $100 valuation, set a public hearing for August 11, and authorized a TWDB grant application for up to $21 million. It also approved rezonings for properties at 400 Heathland Crossing, 1500 Laurence Drive, 531 Hubbard Drive, and a 20.99-acre parcel, plus the Founders Reserve final plat. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved resolution proposing 2026 tax rate of $0.281436 per $100 (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to submit TWDB WSIG grant application for up to $21M (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive to PD-SF-3.0 with 15-ft side yard setback (unanimous)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment to Rural Estate for 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 20.99-acre parcel from AG to SF-43 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 531 Hubbard Drive (40 acres) from AG to SF-43 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Founders Reserve (18 lots) subject to staff conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled FY2026-27 budget discussion to August 11, 2026 (unanimous)

City Council 260728 Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session to discuss a citizen complaint and various board appointments. The Council may take action on these matters after reconvening in open session.

• Executive session regarding a briefing on a citizen complaint
• Discussion of appointments and re-appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Discussion of appointments and re-appointments to the HMBC/HEDC, Park Board, and Board of Adjustment
• Discussion of appointments and re-appointments to the Architectural Review Board, Take Area Appeal Panel, and Municipal Court

The Heath City Council met in a special called session on July 28, 2026. No public comment was made, and the council recessed into executive session to discuss a citizen complaint and appointments to various boards. The council reconvened and adjourned without taking any formal action.

• No action taken in executive session
• Meeting adjourned without substantive decisions

City Council 260728

The Heath City Council will hold public hearings on five zoning changes, including rezoning parcels at 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive, and two agricultural-to-residential conversions on Hubbard Drive. They will also discuss the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, consider a resolution to set the ad valorem tax rate and schedule an August 11 public hearing, and vote on a final plat for Founders Reserve. Additionally, the council will review capital projects and consider a grant application to the Texas Water Development Board.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 3.03 acres at 400 Heathland Crossing from PD-SF-43 to SF-43
• Public hearing and action on rezoning 4.126 acres at 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive to PD-SF-43
• Public hearing on amending the Future Land Use Map for 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive from Medium Density Residential to Rural Estate
• Discussion and action on a final plat for Founders Reserve (22.357 acres at Laurence Drive and FM-549)
• Discussion and possible action on a resolution proposing the FY 2026-27 ad valorem tax rate and setting a public hearing for August 11, 2026

City Council 260728 Special Meeting

The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss a citizen complaint and the appointment or reappointment of members to several city boards and commissions. The Council will then reconvene in open session to consider any actions based on those discussions.

• Executive session regarding a citizen complaint
• Appointments and re-appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission, HMBC/HEDC, Park Board, Board of Adjustment, Architectural Review Board, Take Area Appeal Panel, and Municipal Court

HMBC-HEDC 260721

The Heath Municipal Benefits Corporation and Heath Economic Development Corporation will meet jointly to consider approval of May 19 meeting minutes, discuss entry monuments, beautification in The Reserve, and maintenance of properties at 217 and 305 Laurence Drive. The boards will also review sales tax reporting and collection, discuss budget priorities for the next fiscal year, receive an update on the 1880 project, and then convene in executive session to deliberate on personnel matters regarding the Director of Economic Development. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Approval of May 19, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion and action regarding entry monuments
• Discussion and action on beautification initiatives in The Reserve
• Discussion and action on sales tax reporting and collection within Heath
• Executive session to deliberate on the appointment, employment, or dismissal of the Director of Economic Development

Finance & Audit Advisory Board 260721

The Heath Finance and Audit Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting. The board will discuss and receive an update on the Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. They will also consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting. The public may comment during the public comment period.

• Discussion and update on Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services for FY 2026-2027
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2026 meeting

Park Board 260720

The Heath Park Board will meet to review financial reports and the PATH committee report. The board is also scheduled to take action on the rules, regulations, and usage of Terry Park.

• Discussion and action on Rules, Regulations, and Usage of Terry Park
• Review of the Third Quarter 2025-2026 Parks Financial Report
• Parks and Trails of Heath Committee (PATH) Report
• Action on minutes from the June 15, 2026, meeting

HMBC & HEDC 260721

The Heath Municipal Benefits Corporation and Heath Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting on July 21, 2026. The board will consider routine items such as approval of May 19, 2026 meeting minutes, property maintenance, sales tax reporting, budget priorities for FY 2026‑2027, and an update on the 1880 project. They will then enter an executive session to deliberate on real‑property transactions, financial incentives for business prospects, and the appointment of the Director of Economic Development. No action will be taken on matters not listed on the agenda.

• Approval of May 19, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion and action on entry monuments
• Discussion and action on beautification initiatives in The Reserve
• Discussion and action on maintenance and improvements to properties owned by HMBC and HEDC, including The Reserve, 217 Laurence Drive and 305 Laurence Drive
• Discussion on budget priorities for the FY 2026‑2027 budget

Finance & Audit Advisory Board 260721

The Heath Finance and Audit Advisory Board will meet on July 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at 200 Laurence Dr. The board will consider two items: approve the minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting and receive a presentation and update on the Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services for fiscal year 2026‑2027. Public comment will be allowed, limited to three minutes per speaker (six minutes with a translator). Board members may attend remotely via videoconferencing.

• Approve minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting
• Review and discuss the Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services for FY 2026‑2027
• Public comment period (up to 3‑minute remarks per speaker, 6 minutes with translator)
• Remote attendance by board members using videoconferencing
• Adjournment

Park Board 260720

The Heath Park Board meeting on July 20, 2026 will consider several agenda items. It will discuss and act on the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting, receive the Parks and Trails of Heath Committee (PATH) report, review the third‑quarter 2025‑2026 Parks Financial Report, and consider rules and usage policies for Terry Park. Public comment will be allowed, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve minutes of June 15, 2026 regular meeting
• Parks and Trails of Heath Committee (PATH) report
• Review third‑quarter 2025‑2026 Parks Financial Report
• Discuss and act on rules, regulations, and usage of Terry Park
• Public comment (up to 3‑minute remarks per speaker)

City Council 260714

The City Council will review the proposed budget and municipal services plan for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The body will also consider agreements for zoning ordinance updates and school resource officer services. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a grant application for park and trail projects.

• Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services for Fiscal Year 2026-27
• Grant application for Marsha’s Happy Haven and Terry Lane Trail Project
• Agreement with Kendig Keast Collaborative (KKC) for Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations rewriting
• Purchase of a 2026 Ford F-550 truck chassis and crane upfitting package
• Interlocal Agreement with Rockwall Independent School District for School Resource Officer Services

City Council authorized a $228,138 agreement with Kendig Keast Collaborative to rewrite zoning and subdivision regulations. The Council also approved a grant application for the Marsha's Happy Haven and Terry Lane Trail Project and scheduled a public budget hearing for July 28.

• Approved $228,138 contract with Kendig Keast Collaborative for zoning and subdivision rewrite (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 260714-A for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant application for Marsha's Happy Haven and Terry Lane Trail Project (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services for FY 2026-27 for July 28, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford F-550 truck chassis and crane upfitting package (Unanimous)
• Approved NexBank, N.A. as the City's custodial bank (Unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Rockwall ISD for School Resource Officer Services 2026-2027 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2026, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council 260714

El Concejo Municipal discutirá el Presupuesto Propuesto y el Plan de Servicios Municipales para el Año Fiscal 2026-27. Los temas adicionales incluyen una solicitud de subvención para proyectos de parques y posibles servicios de consultoría para reescribir las regulaciones de zonificación y subdivisión de la ciudad.

• Solicitud de subvención para Marsha’s Happy Haven y el Proyecto Terry Lane Trail
• Compra de un chasis de camión Ford F-550 2026 y paquete de equipamiento de grúa
• Acuerdo Interlocal con Rockwall Independent School District para Servicios de Oficial de Recursos Escolares
• Servicios de consultoría para la reescritura de la Ordenanza de Zonificación y las Regulaciones de Subdivisión de la Ciudad
• Presentación del Presupuesto Propuesto y el Plan de Servicios Municipales para el Año Fiscal 2026-27

Planning & Zoning 260707

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y votará sobre varios cambios de zonificación, incluyendo tres continuaciones y dos nuevas audiencias, además de una enmienda al plan integral. Los puntos incluyen la rezonificación de más de 60 acres de terreno de agrícola a residencial unifamiliar y el ajuste de las designaciones de uso de suelo. La comisión también considerará la aprobación del plano final para la subdivisión Founders Reserve.

• Rezonificar 40 acres en 531 Hubbard Drive de AG a SF-43 (Caso ZA-2026-3, continuado)
• Rezonificar 20.99 acres (RCAD ID 10470) de AG a SF-43 (Caso ZA-2026-4, continuado)
• Rezonificar 3.03 acres en 400 Heathland Crossing de PD-SF-43 a SF-43 (Caso ZA-26-2, continuado)
• Audiencia pública sobre la enmienda al plan integral para 400 Heathland Crossing y 1500 Laurence Drive (Cambio en el Mapa de Uso de Suelo Futuro a Rural Estate)
• Aprobación del plano final para Founders Reserve, 22.357 acres en Laurence Drive y FM-549

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for 531 Hubbard Drive from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential (SF-43), allowing a new 1-acre lot subdivision with about 27 lots, contingent on trail modifications. It also approved a separate rezoning for a 20.99-acre parcel (RCAD Property ID 10470) to SF-43, and a Planned Development request for 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive. The Commission accepted the withdrawal of a prior zoning application for those properties and approved a Final Plat for the Founders Reserve subdivision with three conditions. All votes were unanimous except for the 531 Hubbard Drive case, which passed 5-1.

• Approved Case ZA-2026-3: Rezoning 531 Hubbard Drive from AG to SF-43, with trail modifications, passed 5-1.
• Approved Case ZA-2026-4: Rezoning a 20.99-acre parcel (RCAD Property ID 10470) from AG to SF-43, passed unanimously.
• Accepted withdrawal of Case ZA-26-2 for 400 Heathland Crossing, passed unanimously.
• Approved Case ZA-26-5: Planned Development for 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive, passed unanimously.
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for 400 Heathland Crossing and 1500 Laurence Drive to Rural Estate, passed unanimously.
• Approved Final Plat for Founders Reserve (22.357 acres) with three conditions, passed unanimously.

City Council 260408 (Joint Meeting with Finance)

El Concejo Municipal de Heath y la Junta Asesora de Finanzas y Auditoría llevarán a cabo una sesión de trabajo conjunta. El organismo discutirá la estructura de financiamiento y el tamaño de los Certificados de Obligación propuestos, Serie 2026, y los proyectos de capital relacionados.

• Discusión de la estructura de financiamiento y el tamaño de los Certificados de Obligación, Serie 2026

The joint work session reviewed financing options for the Water Bridge Plan to fund new wells and storage tanks. Mayor McClure confirmed council alignment to recommend Phase I, a $40.5 million issuance of Certificates of Obligation with a 10-year call option. Phase II ($21.5M) will be re-evaluated in about 12 months after reviewing rate impacts and alternative funding sources that could affect monthly utility bills.

• Recommended $40.5M Phase I Certificates of Obligation for water wells and storage tanks
• Deferred $21.5M Phase II financing for re-evaluation in approximately 12 months

Finance & Audit Advisory Board 260624

La Junta Asesora de Finanzas y Auditoría de Heath discutirá el presupuesto para el próximo año fiscal, revisará los informes financieros y considerará un asesor de inversiones externo. La reunión también cubrirá la estrategia de inversión para los Certificados de Obligación Serie 2026.

• Discusión sobre asesor de inversiones externo para la gestión de tesorería
• Presentación del informe financiero de abril de 2026
• Discusión sobre el Presupuesto Anual y el Plan de Servicios Municipales para el año fiscal 2026-2027
• Discusión sobre la estrategia de inversión de los Certificados de Obligación, Serie 2026
• Acción con respecto a las actas de la reunión del 28 de mayo de 2026

The Finance & Audit Advisory Board approved the May 28, 2026 minutes and received updates on the new external investment advisor, the investment strategy for $41.5 million in bond proceeds, the April 2026 financial report, and the FY2026-27 budget process. No formal action was taken on the updates.

• Approved minutes of May 28, 2026 meeting (unanimous)