Public Meetings - Mansfield, Texas

The Mansfield City Council met in regular session on January 12, 2026, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 1200 E. Broad St., Mansfield, TX. Mayor Michael Evans presided; Council Members Todd Tonore, Larry Broseh, Tamera Bounds, Brent Newsom, Juan Fresquez, and Todd Simmons were present, with Council Member Newsom arriving at 2:04 p.m. The meeting included a work session on the Library Five-Year Strategic Plan, a recess into executive session, approval of the consent agenda, two public hearing items continued to February 9, 2026, and approval of the Mansfield Sports District development plan. Following the executive session, the Council reconvened at 6:27 p.m.; Pastor Julian Hobdy of First Methodist Mansfield gave the invocation, followed by pledges. All votes were 7-0, and the meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m. Discussion Items Work Session: Library Five-Year Strategic Plan - Yolanda Botello, Director of Library and Historical Services, presented the 2026-2030 Library Five-Year Strategic Plan, developed with the Library Advisory Board, library staff, and other departments. - The plan updates the library's mission, vision, and core values and addresses accreditation standards required by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC). Botello noted TSLAC's population estimates differ from the city's and that standards will change when the service population reaches 100,000. - Peer comparisons with seven libraries showed Mansfield above the middle in population but last in operating expenditures per capita; Burleson is the only comparable library with fewer FTEs, while Cedar Hill has more staff despite a smaller population, and Grapevine and North Richland Hills have about double the staff. - Accomplishments since the prior 2021-2025 plan include a 4,479-square-foot expansion, continued accreditation, Library of Excellence awards, 8,411 volunteer hours, and roughly $36,000 in grants. - Total circulation rose from just over 300,000 items in 2019 to 373,000 in 2024, about a 21% increase; digital circulation increased from just under 50,000 to 130,000 over the same period. - Goals include reducing barriers to service, expanding outreach and partnerships, rebalancing the collection toward digital materials, updating public and back-office technology and digital literacy/AI safety, improving existing facilities while pursuing a future multi-generational center, reinstating an adult services librarian position that has not been funded for five years, and budgeting for future growth. - Council members asked about assisted living/senior partnerships, the Arlington/Kennedale consortium, the Libby e-book/e-audiobook platform, satellite locations, and the mobile library. Mayor Evans praised the library staff and volunteers, expressed concern about the library's peer funding rankings, and said he hoped to support the library better. - Botello said the plan will go to the Library Advisory Board and return to the Council for official adoption in February. Work Session: Consent Agenda Discussion - Council pulled items 25-1720, 25-1723, and 26-1757 for discussion before the regular session. - Item 25-1720: Heritage Parkway Eastbound Lane Reconstruction from South Main Street to Commerce Drive, with contracts for Pavecon Public Works, LP (construction), Brittain and Crawford, LLC (surveying), and Raba Kistner, Inc. (materials testing), funded not to exceed $4,600,700 from the Street Bond Fund and Tarrant County Transportation Bond Program. Staff explained that an alternate bid involves a driveway/median access at a funeral home property and is not an added contingency; the budget includes the standard 10% contingency. - Item 25-1723: Asphalt Pavement Improvements On-Call Services with Capko Concrete Structures, LLC, not to exceed $1.3 million from the General Fund Street Operations maintenance budget. Staff said the contract allows faster on-demand asphalt repairs; if the cap is reached, the contract would roll over with a new budget or be rebid, and any additional amount would require Council approval. - Item 26-1757: Consent to assignment and amendment of the January 28, 2020 development agreement among the City, TIF Reinvestment Zone Number One, and SW Mansfield Development, LLC. Council Member Bounds confirmed it is a lateral transfer with no new incentives beyond the existing agreement; City Attorney Victor Flores confirmed that is correct. Executive Session - Mayor Evans recessed the open meeting into executive session at 2:46 p.m.; the Council met in executive session from 2:52 p.m. to 6:20 p.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087 for legal advice, real property, personnel, and economic development matters. - After reconvening at 6:27 p.m., Council Member Newsom moved to authorize the City Manager or designee to execute an amendment and assignment agreement related to the Fieldhouse, LLC Lease as discussed in executive session. The motion passed 7-0. Public Comments & Testimony - There were no citizen comments during the Citizen Comments portion of the regular session. - During the RV parking public hearing, Mayor Evans noted that Robert Morris, 725 W Kimball Street, submitted an email in opposition to the ordinance; the email was entered into the public record. Staff Comments - Tourism Manager Tim Roberts highlighted 2026 community engagement efforts tied to the FIFA World Cup and America 250. With 153 days until the first matches at Dallas Stadium, Roberts reported nine matches in the region from June 14 to July 14 and the teams expected in the Mansfield area. A digital campaign targeting participating nations generated 340,000 international impressions in December, more than 10,000 international site visits (over 80% of all visits versus a typical 8-10%), and Argentina and Jordan as top countries of origin. He estimated base camp cities can see roughly $10-$40 million in additional spending and that Mansfield could be well within that range. - Executive Director of Community Services Matt Young gave project updates: Catherine Rose Memorial Park reopened December 19, with 54,000 visits in its first three weeks (about four times the pre-construction figure); Mansfield Dog Park Phase 2 opened with a fifth paddock and swimming pond; Moody Park (formerly McClendon Park East) was nearing completion; shade structures were underway at four neighborhood parks; Walnut Creek trail work was expected to finish in February; Julian Field Park and the veterans memorial were expected to complete in February; Robert and Ann Smith Park (formerly McKnight Park West) would use a $750,000 Texas Parks and Wildlife grant for a disc golf course and park amenities; Rose Park Phase 2 was heading to construction in summer; and Geyer Commons Phase 1A was nearing completion, with the splash pad planned to begin operating around spring break. Consent Calendar - The Council approved the December 8, 2025 Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 4 Board meeting minutes (item 25-1739). - The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including: - RE-4489-26: Adopting the Tarrant County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan. - RE-4490-26: Awarding Heritage Parkway Eastbound Lane Reconstruction contracts, not to exceed $4,600,700. - RE-4491-26: Rejecting all bids for Mansfield On-Call Services - Concrete Pavement Improvements. - RE-4492-26: Awarding Asphalt Pavement Improvements On-Call Services to Capko Concrete Structures, LLC, not to exceed $1.3 million. - RE-4493-26: Approving a Raba Kistner, Inc. professional services contract for construction material observation and testing, not to exceed $123,991.57. - RE-4494-26: Consenting to assignment and amendment of the SW Mansfield Development, LLC development agreement. - Approval of the December 8, 2025 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. City Council meeting minutes. The packet minutes for the second approval contain a date typo (December 8, 2026), while the agenda and meeting context identify the meeting as December 8, 2025. Public Hearings - Item 25-1738 (RV Parking Ordinance): Public hearing and first/final reading on adding Section 72.03 regulating recreational vehicle parking on streets and public right-of-way. The public hearing was opened at 6:53 p.m. and closed at 6:54 p.m.; Council Member Newsom moved to table the item to the first meeting in February (February 9, 2026), seconded by Council Member Fresquez. The motion passed 7-0. - Item 25-1514 (ZC25-002): Continuation of the public hearing on a request by Open Studio Architecture PLLC to rezone 5.866 acres at 2445 FM 157 from C-2 Community Business District to PD Planned Development District. Staff reported revised plans were submitted that day and requested a continuance; Council continued/tabled the item to the February 9, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting on a motion by Council Member Broseh, seconded by Council Member Simmons, passed 7-0. Staff initially recommended January 26 but agreed to February 9 after speaking with the applicant. New Business - Item 25-1672 (Mansfield Sports District Development Plan): The Council approved an ordinance approving a development plan for Mansfield Sports District, Inc. on approximately 17.419 acres at the Staybolt Entertainment Addition, generally located at the northeast corner of State Highway 360 and Lone Star Road (3401 Stadium Drive, 702 Staybolt Drive, and 800 Staybolt Drive). The approved concept and phasing plan includes a 144-key hotel, 22,000 square feet of convention center space, 50,000 square feet of professional medical office space, a public parking garage with at least 300 spaces, 40,000 square feet of commercial/flex space, and 320-400 residential units with a 45% maximum studio-unit ratio. Comstock noted the property is zoned South Mansfield Form Based Development District (SOMA); this development plan is the next approval step, with a special land assemblage plan and site plan still to come. The Development Review Committee recommended approval. Ordinance OR-2432-26 passed 7-0. Key Outcomes - All 7 members present voted in favor of every motion; there were no nay votes or abstentions. - Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute an amendment and assignment agreement related to the Fieldhouse, LLC Lease as discussed in executive session. - Approved all consent agenda resolutions and minutes as listed above. - Tabled the RV parking ordinance and continued the ZC25-002 zoning public hearing to February 9, 2026. - Approved OR-2432-26 for the Mansfield Sports District development plan. - Next steps: Library Five-Year Strategic Plan adoption is expected in February; Julian Field Park Phase 2 contract amendment will be presented at the January 26, 2026 Council meeting.

The Mansfield City Council met on December 8, 2025, at 5:58 PM in the Council Chambers. The meeting included a sponsorship presentation, citizen comments, council and staff reports, three public hearings, and several resolutions. Key actions included first reading approval of a mixed-use planned development, approval of specific use permits for Goodwill and Mansfield Mission Center, amendments to the Mansfield Sports District agreement, a contract with The Beck Group for convention center design, casting votes for the Tarrant Appraisal Board, requesting a commercial property reappraisal in Johnson County, and awarding a $49.8 million water treatment plant expansion contract. The council adjourned at 7:31 PM. Presentation - Baylor Orthopedic Spine Hospital Arlington Sponsorship: Executive Director of Community Engagement Theresa Cohagen introduced hospital CEO Allen Beck, who highlighted their sponsorship of Hometown Holidays events. The partnership supports community events and aligns with the hospital’s Christian ministry mission. Public Comments & Testimony - Wendy Burgess (confidential address): Spoke on her candidacy for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board. She apologized for a clerical error in prior ballots, noted an independent investigation found no wrongdoing, and advocated for annual reappraisals. She asked for the council’s full vote. - Austin Sanders (433 Hillstone Drive, Midlothian) and Michael Jennings (805 Derbyshire Lane, Mansfield): Reported on the formation of a new Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter in Mansfield. They stated the chapter already has about 50 members and helped over 20 veterans file claims in November, resulting in two 100% ratings and one 80% rating, and saved a widow’s home from foreclosure. Council & Staff Comments - Council Member Bounds: Commented on the awesome Hometown Holidays event. - Council Member Simmons: Mentioned Walnut Ridge Baptist Church started a new Veterans Ministry with an Army/Navy watch party. - Council Member Newsom: Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. - Police Chief Aaron: Announced Mansfield placed 14th nationally and 4th in Texas in the National Night Out awards for the 50,000-100,000 population category. He credited Officer Santana for the award submission. Public Hearings & First Reading 1. Zoning Change – 2445 FM 157 (ZC25-002): - Proposal: Rezone 5.866 acres from C-2 Community Business to Planned Development (PD) for a mixed-use development called Falcon Crossing, with 21,200 sq ft of retail and 62 townhomes (starting at $425,000). Applicant David McClelland of Open Studio Architecture presented. Council discussion focused on green space, tree preservation, building elevations (requesting more traditional masonry vs modern), and a pocket park. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval 4-2-1 with conditions. Council passed first reading unanimously (7-0). 2. Goodwill Specific Use Permit – 989 N. Walnut Creek Drive (SUP25-003): - Proposal: Relocate existing Goodwill store to a vacant Big Lots space. Applicant Jeffrey Marquis (Goodwill North Central Texas) described security measures including virtual guard monitoring. Property owner representative Nick Ibarra answered questions about the building’s depth (98 ft) and a 10-year lease. Council approved the SUP 6-1 (Council Member Newsom dissenting). 3. Mansfield Mission Center Specific Use Permit – 901 W. Broad St (SUP25-005): - Proposal: Build a multi-purpose building next to their medical clinic to consolidate thrift store, food market, training center, and admin offices. Applicant Brian McFadden explained that the city chose not to renew their current lease. The thrift store has been voted best for six years. Council approved the SUP 5-0-2 (Mayor Evans and Council Member Fresquez recused themselves and abstained). New Business (Resolutions) 4. Third Amendment to Master Development Agreement with Mansfield Sports District (RE-4480-25): - Reduced the city’s reimbursement to the developer from $2.4 million to $1.1 million, redirecting $1.3 million to a professional services contract with The Beck Group for design of the convention center/hotel project. Approved 7-0. 5. Professional Services Contract with The Beck Group – $1.3 million (RE-4481-25): - Uses developer land proceeds to advance schematic/construction drawings for convention center, hotel, parking garage, and other Phase I developments (total over $300 million). Matt Leyman, Mansfield High School graduate and former Marine, is regional director for The Beck Group. Approved 7-0. 6. Appraisal Board Voting: - Ellis Appraisal Board: No action taken. - Central Appraisal Board of Johnson County: No action taken. - Tarrant Appraisal Board: Cast 21 votes for Wendy Burgess and 3 votes for Eric Crile (RE-4482-25). Approved 7-0. 7. Request for Reappraisal of Commercial Property – Johnson County (RE-4483-25): - Formally requested the Central Appraisal District of Johnson County conduct a reappraisal, citing state law requiring annual appraisals. City Attorney Victor Flores confirmed this is the council’s full remedy. Approved 6-0-1 (Council Member Broseh abstained). 8. Bud Ervin Water Treatment Plant Phase V Expansion – $49,796,382.31 (RE-4484-25): - Work Authorization 3 and Guaranteed Maximum Price with Archer Western Construction LLC. Increases water production from 45 MGD to 62.5 MGD, enough for 10 years of retail growth. Executive Director Jeff Price noted cost per gallon ($2.80) is far below a greenfield plant ($10–$11). Approved 7-0. Key Outcomes - All actions passed unanimously except: - Goodwill SUP: 6-1 (Newsom dissenting). - Mansfield Mission Center SUP: 5-0-2 (Evans and Fresquez abstained). - Reappraisal request: 6-0-1 (Broseh abstained). - The council did not recess into executive session. - Meeting adjourned at 7:31 PM.

The Mansfield City Council held a regular meeting on December 8, 2025, starting at 1:00 PM and adjourning at 5:24 PM. The meeting included a work session with staff presentations on three zoning and permit requests, citizen comments, an executive session, and a consent agenda with numerous resolutions and ordinances all approved unanimously. The council also took action on board appointments following the executive session. Consent Calendar - Approved an ordinance vacating and abandoning a portion of right-of-way along Ellis Street and drainage easement along Ambrose Parkway at 2401 South US 287 to Impression Homes, LLC (Ordinance OR-2430-25, vote 7-0). - Approved an ordinance vacating and abandoning a 2.5-foot wide portion of a 7.5-foot wide utility easement within Lot 12, Block 3, The Fairways of Walnut Creek – Section Two to David Cook and Tonya Cook (Ordinance OR-2431-25, vote 7-0). - Awarded contracts for Upper Pressure Plane and 6th Ave Water Line Replacement to ANA Site Construction, LLC for construction and Raba Kistner, Inc. for materials testing, authorizing funding not to exceed $2,511,000.00 (Resolution RE-4466-25, vote 7-0). - Approved use of funds from the Fiscal Year 26 Budget and grant funds for an expenditure exceeding $100,000 for the Police Department (Resolution RE-4467-25, vote 7-0). - Approved Neighborhood Empowerment Zone 2 (Resolution RE-4468-25, vote 7-0), discussed earlier in the work session. - Approved an amendment to the Mansfield Economic Development Corporation Bylaws (Resolution RE-4469-25, vote 7-0). - Approved an Economic Incentive and Performance Agreement between the City, MEDC, Deblock Retail Partners, LLC, and SCSD-Finnell, Ltd. (Resolution RE-4470-25, vote 7-0), discussed earlier in the work session. - Approved an Economic Development Performance Agreement with Hideaway-2 Inc. and L&M Hideaway, LLC (Resolution RE-4471-25, vote 7-0). - Supported a Texas Enterprise Zone application for ZAH Group (Klein Tools) (Resolution RE-4472-25, vote 7-0). - Adopted the Five-Year Update to the 2020 Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan (Resolution RE-4473-25, vote 7-0). - Authorized the purchase of property at 775 W. Broad Street using park fees (Resolution RE-4474-25, vote 7-0). - Approved amendments to the Mansfield Park Facilities Development Corporation Bylaws (Resolution RE-4475-25, vote 7-0). - Approved amendments to the Mansfield Library Advisory Board Bylaws (Resolution RE-4476-25, vote 7-0). - Approved amendments to the Mansfield Historic Preservation Advisory Board Bylaws (Resolution RE-4477-25, vote 7-0). - Approved a service contract amendment with Tyler Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $596,186 for enterprise permitting, licensing, and financial software services (Resolution RE-4478-25, vote 7-0). - Approved the November 10, 2025 2:00 p.m. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (vote 7-0). - Approved the November 10, 2025 6:00 p.m. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (vote 7-0). Public Comments & Testimony - Syeda Syed (6705 Sapphire Circle N, Colleyville, TX) spoke for about five minutes regarding her candidacy for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board. She highlighted errors in the 2024 Tarrant County College election vote count and urged council members not to vote for candidates who supported changing the reappraisal plan. She stated that 499 of 500 votes are sitting aside, with nearly 100 votes to be cast that night and 300 on December 15, making it "anybody's game." - Michelle Kennedy (9333 N Normandale Street, Fort Worth, with Trinity Habitat for Humanity) expressed support for agenda item 25-1645 (Neighborhood Empowerment Zone 2) and thanked the council for their careful consideration and partnership in providing affordable homeownership opportunities. Discussion Items - Work Session – Zoning Change Request (ZC25-002): Staff from the Planning Department presented a request by Open Studio Architecture PLLC to rezone 5.866 acres at 2445 FM 157 from C-2 Community Business District to Planned Development (PD) District. The proposed development includes 22,000 square feet of commercial space and 42 attached single-family homes (townhomes) on individually platted lots, with a density of 11.5 units per acre. Council members expressed concerns about residential use in a prime location along FM 157 (Council Member Broseh), traffic impacts on Turner Way (which is in Arlington's jurisdiction), buffer distances to existing neighborhoods (Council Member Bounds), and whether the city could regulate rental vs. for-sale status of units (Council Member Tonore, with City Attorney Flores reserving detailed legal advice for executive session). The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval 4-2-1 on December 1, 2025, with a condition that at least 25% of commercial have a certificate of occupancy before residential building permits are issued. - Work Session – Specific Use Permit for Goodwill (SUP25-003): Staff presented a request for a SUP for a used merchandise store (Goodwill) at 989 N. Walnut Creek Drive (approximately 26,000 square feet on 5.8 acres). The store would close the existing Goodwill location adjacent to Walmart upon opening. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval 6-1 on December 1st, adding conditions for enhanced lighting and security cameras. The Development Review Committee also recommended approval. - Work Session – Specific Use Permit for Mansfield Mission Center (SUP25-005): Mayor Evans recused himself. Staff presented a request for a SUP for a used merchandise store at 901 W. Broad St (2.539 acres, approximately 18,000 square feet with 6,600 square feet of storefront). The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval 6-0-1 on December 1st. The Development Review Committee also recommended approval. - Consent Agenda Items Discussed: Two items were pulled for discussion: - Item 25-1645 (Neighborhood Empowerment Zone 2): City Attorney Flores explained this creates a second NEZ providing a 50% reduction on impact fees, permitting fees, and planning fees, similar to the successful NEZ 1. Council Member Bounds clarified that certain departments are excluded per the definition of eligible projects. - Item 25-1411 (Economic Incentive and Performance Agreement with Deblock Retail Partners/SCSD-Finnell): Jason Moore, Executive Director of Economic Development, explained the agreement provides reimbursement of MEDC sales tax for up to 75% of the lease term (capped at five years) if the tenant meets a destination definition (specialty grocery, destination restaurant or retail). The development includes two phases. - Item 25-1655 (Purchase of 620 W. Broad Street): Council Member Newsom removed this from the consent agenda. Matt Young, Executive Director of Community Services, explained the $1 million purchase price (split between park dedication funds and MPFDC cash) would expand the Man Homestead park footprint, providing parking, trail access, and space for historic structures. The property was appraised at approximately $2.45/square foot, consistent with market analysis. The purchase will use park fees and sales tax funds. Key Outcomes - Executive Session Action: Following the executive session (1:49 PM – 5:09 PM), the council approved board appointments for the Mansfield Parks Facility Development Corporation: Lindsey Cadenhead as President, Mialinda Francis from Alternate to Full Director, and Bob Kowalski as Alternate Director. The motion passed 7-0. - Sub-Committee Minutes: Approved the November 10, 2025 Revitalization of Historic Downtown Mansfield Sub-Committee Meeting Minutes (vote 3-0, with only sub-committee members Bounds, Evans, and Tonore voting). - All consent agenda items were approved unanimously (7-0) including the two items discussed in the work session. - Item 25-1655 (Purchase of 620 W. Broad Street) was approved 7-0 after separate discussion. - The meeting adjourned at 5:24 PM, with a 5:30 PM tours meeting scheduled in the community room.

The Mansfield City Council held its regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. on November 10, 2025, at Council Chambers, 1200 E. Broad St., Mansfield, TX. The council heard presentations, received staff updates, and voted 6-0 to approve a Chapter 380 economic development agreement with TREZ Shops at Broad LP. No citizen comments were made, and the council did not convene executive session. Presentations - Texas Health Hospital Mansfield announced its sponsorship of the Hometown Holidays holiday tree. Its president/CEO and COO spoke about extending care beyond the hospital and giving back to the city as the hospital approaches five years in Mansfield. - The city presented Veterans Day Parade and Salute Awards. Float winners: Methodist Mansfield Medical Center (third), Bethlehem Baptist Church (second), and Mansfield Veterans Memorial (first). JROTC winners: Mansfield Summit (third), North Crowley (second; no representative present), and Mansfield High School (first). Sgt. Daniel Kennel also received recognition for the Sgt. Bishop Evans JROTC Invitational, which earned the 2025 Innovations in Sports Tourism Champions of Economic Impact Award from Sports Destinations. Council Comments - Councilman Simmons acknowledged birthdays of Tambra Bounds, Mr. Todori, and Mayor Michael Evans. - Councilwoman Fresquez thanked veterans ahead of Veterans Day. - Councilman Newsom thanked everyone who attended the Veterans Day Parade. - The mayor announced a Veterans Day prayer and thanksgiving at 7:00 a.m. at the Field of Flags, 1101 East Broad Street. Staff Comments - Matt Young, Executive Director of Community Services, reported that the city earned TRAPS North Region awards. The irrigation team of Anthony Ford and Chris Adolph won the regional competition for the seventh consecutive year, and they will compete at the state conference in Corpus Christi in February. The city also won awards for senior programming (Topsy Turvy Open House) and recreation programming (preschool nature programs, including new bilingual nature education). New Business: Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement - Jason Moore, Executive Director of Economic Development, presented Resolution 25-1569, a Chapter 380 agreement with TREZ Shops at Broad LP. - TREZ became the financier after the original developer defaulted and has been developing the remaining pad sites on approximately 48 acres at Shops at Broad. - To qualify for reimbursement, proposed projects along U.S. 287 must include at least $30 million in capital investment and generate $50 million or more in annual taxable sales. - The project is projected to generate roughly $1 million annually to the city: $500,000 to the general fund, $250,000 to MEDC, and $250,000 to MPFDC. - The reimbursement would be based on actual sales tax received, capped at $1.5 million, with an estimated payout period of about seven years. Key Outcomes - Resolution 25-1569 was approved unanimously, 6-0. - The council did not recess into executive session and moved directly to adjournment. - The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.; the adjournment motion also passed 6-0.

The Mansfield City Council met in regular session on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM in Council Chambers, 1200 E. Broad St., Mansfield, TX. The meeting opened with no citizen comments, included a work-session presentation on the 2020 Parks and Recreation Master Plan update, a recess into executive session at 3:07 PM, and action on real estate/eminent domain items, subcommittee minutes, and the consent agenda. The Council adjourned at 5:04 PM. Public Comments & Testimony - No citizen comments were made during the citizen comments period. Discussion Items - 2020 Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update: Ann, a consultant with Beck Marketing Communications, opened with a historical overview of Mansfield parks. Matt Young, Executive Director of Community Services, presented the five-year update to the 10-year plan adopted October 2020. The update was done in-house and included two public meetings, eight in-person engagement opportunities, ten online/Facebook feedback posts, and an online survey. Survey results showed 94% of residents agreed or strongly agreed that parks are important to quality of life, 84% rated maintenance quality positively, and 80% said parks were a deciding factor in choosing where to live. The most highly requested missing amenities were a pool/aquatic center and a recreation center. - Inventory and needs: About 5% of city land is dedicated to parks; 40% of residents now live within a 10-minute walk of a park, up from 23% five years earlier. Council members questioned coverage gaps in the northeast quadrant and Somerset; staff explained that some HOA/developer parks are not yet reflected on the Trust for Public Land mapping and that much of the northeast is built out, making new parkland difficult to add. - Trails: The city has approximately 8 miles of trail. Voters approved $10.5 million in May 2022 for Walnut Creek Linear Trail and Pond Branch work; five miles of trail have been added in five years. Staff and the MPFDC have set a goal of adding about 2 miles of trail per year, with new trail signage planned for 2026. - Athletic fields: Staff reported nearly $3 million invested in ball fields over the last three years and $12.5 million in improvements at Fields of Station 63. The $55 million bond program from the master plan was unsuccessful in 2022. Staff outlined a 'domino' plan: build Southwest Community Park Phase 1, relocate soccer and football fields, then redevelop Skinner Sports Complex, Chandler Park, McKnight Park, and Moody Park with additional amenities. - Recreation/aquatics: Mansfield currently has no family aquatic center, no recreation center with fitness, and no dedicated senior space. Benchmark comparisons with Allen, Richardson, Cedar Hill, Burleson, and other cities showed Mansfield behind on indoor recreation and aquatics. The proposed multi-generational center/library/aquatics from the 2022 bond effort was estimated at $78 million in 2022 dollars and approximately $94 million today. It would have included 125,000 square feet, a 75% cost-recovery goal, and an estimated $855,000 annual subsidy. By comparison, the existing Mansfield Activity Center has a 39% cost recovery and an MPFDC subsidy of roughly $750,000. - Council discussion: Several council members voiced strong support for a multi-generational center, with one saying he was '100% for this' if it could be done without raising the tax rate and another supporting public-private partnerships. The Mayor said the Council would not rush the decision and expected further discussion at the January strategic workshop. Staff estimated construction cost escalation of 5-10% per year, with aquatics the most expensive component. Executive Session and Subsequent Actions - The Council recessed into executive session at 3:07 PM under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.087 to discuss pending litigation, real property, personnel, and economic development negotiations. After reconvening, the Council took these actions: - Authorized the City Manager or designee to negotiate, execute, and close the transaction at 405 Industrial Boulevard. - Authorized a final bona fide offer of just compensation for approximately 0.045 acres, described as Lot 9, Block 9 of Shannon Creek Addition, for a permanent drainage easement; if not accepted, authorized eminent domain proceedings. - Authorized eminent domain proceedings for approximately 4.875 acres, described as portions of John Robertson Survey Abstract 1317, Tracts 2B6 and A421, under Resolution R.E. 4457-25. Each motion carried 6-0. Sub-Committee Minutes - The Council approved 2-0 the October 27, 2025 Local Transportation Issues Sub-Committee minutes, with only the two present sub-committee members voting (Chair Tonore and Council Member Fresquez; Council Member Bounds was absent). The minutes covered a roadway capital project update, a public projects dashboard, and Kingsway Drive/Holland Road north of U.S. 360. Consent Calendar - The Council approved the consent agenda 6-0, including: - Memorandum of Understanding with Texas Livestock Protection Association for animal cruelty investigation services. - Memorandum of Understanding with American Humane Association d/b/a American Humane Society for first responder animal rescue services. - Ordinances updating public swimming pool/spa and food service sanitation compliance standards. - Grant resolutions for a multi-agency motor vehicle crime prevention task force (up to $963,937), a FY26 catalytic converter grant, and modular vehicular barriers (up to $98,940, no match required). - Ordinance amending Chapter 153 Impact Fees to comply with SB 1883 Capital Improvement Advisory Committee requirements. - Approval of the October 27, 2025 Regular City Council meeting minutes. Key Outcomes - The Council received the final draft 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan update; no vote was taken. The plan is scheduled for MPFDC adoption the week of November 17, 2025, and City Council adoption on December 8, 2025. - All three executive-session real estate/eminent domain actions were approved. - The subcommittee minutes and consent agenda were approved. - The meeting adjourned at 5:04 PM.