Public Meetings - Weatherford, Texas

The Weatherford Parks & Recreation Advisory Board held its regular session on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 5:34 PM at Chandor Gardens, 711 W Lee Avenue. Chair Kathe McDonald called the meeting to order with a quorum present. The board approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting, recommended approval of an ordinance amending park regulations, received staff reports on programming and events, and set the next meeting for October 23, 2025. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The board approved the minutes of the regular session held April 24, 2025, by motion (Kaylin moved, Kayla seconded). No corrections were noted. Discussion Items - Ordinance O2025-28 – Park General Regulations Amendment: Jaycob Kirkpatrick, Director of Parks, Recreation & Special Events, presented the proposed ordinance to amend Title IX, Chapter 11, Section 9-11-1. The changes include moving existing city ordinances (e.g., loitering, noise) from the police department section to the parks ordinance for easier enforcement and visibility on park rule signs. A new prohibition on smoking (any nicotine) in parks was added. The ordinance also covers sound amplification, applicable to all city park property including around the lake. The board discussed enforcement and scope. A motion to recommend approval was made and seconded, and the motion carried unanimously. - Staff Report on Programming, Events, and Projects (Jaycob Kirkpatrick): - Parks Maintenance: New ladder installed at Cherry Park Ninja Wall to replace slide pole. Splash pads and pool operational. Fiber installed at Heritage Park with new security cameras operational for July 4th event. Storm cleanup ongoing after spring storms, including tree removal and boardwalk railing repair. - Horticulture: Spring/summer plantings completed downtown and in medians; 13 new trees planted at Heritage Park. - Recreation: Summer camp (Camp Wrangler) served 368 children with a waitlist of 57. Field trips included Rangers games, Mavericks games, and weekly swimming. Rental buildings: Cherry Park (42), Harburger (63), Mount Pleasant (27); 182 pavilion rentals; 38 Camp Holland rentals. Aquatics: 641 swim lesson participants with 223 on waitlist; swim team of 112 kids; 33 pool reservations (all booked). Softball: 12 tournaments scheduled (several rained out); 265 total field rentals. - Special Events: Four Food Park Lounge nights (approx. 300 attendees each, one canceled due to weather). Concert series: George Strait cover band (3,000 attendees), AC/DC tribute (5,000 attendees). Two movies in the park (Moana, Lufasa). First Monday Trade Days continued to thrive with seasonal attendance variation. - Facility Maintenance: Full interior remodel of Fire Station 4 completed. Library improvements: new flooring, roofing, lighting, kitchen, and two study rooms built. Hailstorm damage assessment completed; 43 leaks in Fire Station near City Hall; insurance claim in progress. Farmers Market downtown (city-owned) renovated with new ceiling, paint, fans, and restrooms. 176 work orders submitted. - Special Event Programs Update (Michael Howard): Michael Howard, Special Events Manager, introduced himself and his 15-year career with the city, starting at First Monday as a groundskeeper and rising to coordinator and then special events manager. He now oversees First Monday, Chandor Gardens, and the Downtown Light Project. He manages approximately 35 city special events annually, including concerts, movies in the park, Weatherford Fish Derby (200 kids), Sparkle in the Park, Monster Bash, Jack O'Lantern Knights, Holly in the Park, Pathway of Lights, and the WISD third-grade tour. He also permits private events and coordinates with other departments. The board commended his work. - Future Meeting Date: The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2025, at 5:30 PM at the Parks and Recreation Office, 119 Palo Pinto Street. During discussion, a board member noted a previous complaint about not rotating meeting locations. The board agreed to resume rotating among different parks/facilities, and staff will highlight location changes in the meeting notice. Public Comments & Testimony No members of the public were present to speak on non-agenda items. Key Outcomes - Ordinance O2025-28: Recommended for approval by the board (unanimous). The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council. - Meeting Location Rotation: The board decided to return to rotating meeting locations to visit various park facilities. Future meeting notices will prominently note location changes. - Next Meeting: Scheduled for October 23, 2025, at the Parks and Recreation Office (subject to possible location change if rotation is implemented). The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:00 PM.

The Building & Standards Commission met in regular session at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in the City Council Chambers at Weatherford City Hall. The commission approved prior minutes and held two code-enforcement public hearings. The public hearing portion opened at 10:16 AM, and the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:49 AM. Public Comments & Testimony - Mitchell Cardenas (transcribed in the meeting record as 'Cardiff'/'Carnivus') testified at length. He said work on the property began around 2015 after a utility crew dropped something through the roof, causing water damage and black mold, and that the city told him he needed a full remodel permit. He said an expired-permit dispute and a later roof inspection failure requiring 2x6 rafters instead of 2x4 rafters set back his repairs, and that he was trying to hire an engineer to assess whether the structure could be safely rebuilt. - He stated he had almost finished the interior previously, had AC condenser units stolen three times, and had no written documentation for many of his claims. He urged the commission to allow him time to continue repairs rather than demolish the house. Discussion Items - Case BAS2025-02 (814 E. 3rd St., Equity Trust Company Custodian FBO Raymond Otten IRA): City staff presented a proposed demolition order and noted the commission could modify deadlines or add conditions such as securing the perimeter. A motion to issue a 30-day demolition order was made, seconded, and passed. - Case BAS2025-03 (Alfred Cardenas and Gloria Cardenas): The agenda lists the property at 207 W. 7th St.; the public testimony discussed a property at 1305 Timber Ridge Road, and the transcript does not explicitly restate the agenda address. City staff said they found no written record of the utility-related roof damage and disputed the claim that a former employee barred the owner from the property for an extended period. Commission members discussed possible deadlines of 30, 60, and 120 days; some favored a 30-day demolition order, while one member supported allowing 120 days. Key Outcomes - Approved the March 26, 2025, minutes. - Case BAS2025-02: Adopted a 30-day demolition order effective July 23, 2025. The order requires the owner to secure the property within 7 days and, within 30 days, to remove all debris, bring the lot to grade, install erosion control, and seed or sod the lot per city standards (or as specified in a city-issued permit). If the owner fails to comply, the city may enter, secure, demolish, and remove the structure and assess/lien costs. - Case BAS2025-03: A final motion for a 30-day demolition order, with similar requirements plus authorization to assess costs and fix a lien, was made and seconded. The transcript does not explicitly record the vote on that motion before adjournment.

The Weatherford City Council held a regular and executive session meeting on July 22, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM and adjourning at 7:56 PM. The council approved the consent agenda, heard public comments, acted on several regular agenda items including a street vacation, a pawn shop conditional use permit, and fire apparatus purchases, and took action on executive session items. Consent Calendar - Approved the minutes of the June 24, 2025, regular session. - Appointed Chandler Lacefield to the Weatherford Economic Development Board and Dr. Joshua Tarbay to the Planning and Zoning Commission. - Removed Ashleigh Herron from the Weatherford Housing Authority Board due to non-attendance. - Authorized the City Manager to spend up to $130,000 with Canon USA for leased multifunction printers/copiers under a Texas DIR contract. - Authorized a professional services contract with Halff Associates, Inc. for Front Street Drainage Improvements design (not to exceed $231,500, total aggregate $565,000). - Adopted Ordinance O2025-31 creating permanent no-parking zones on South Weilland Street and East Oak Street. - Approved final plat for Whiterock Homes, Phase 2 (34 lots). - Approved preliminary plat for Heritage Hills (89 lots). - Accepted the FY25 3rd Quarter Investment Report (quarter ended June 30, 2025). - Adopted Ordinance O2025-29 amending the FY25 adopted budget. - Adopted Ordinance O2025-35 annexing a 17.819-acre tract owned by Harold R. Lockwood Jr. and Jack and Bonnie Bailey. - Adopted Resolution R2025-10 to deny a proposed rate change by Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC. Public Comments & Testimony - Marcy Freeman (401 Norton Street) requested the city take action on a dilapidated property at 806 South Brazos Street, which has been vacant since 2013. She cited overgrown weeds, structural decay, and health risks. The mayor asked staff to follow up with a timeline and solution. - Jeanette Lockett (317 Cherry Street) alleged that the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce allowed a Republican voter registration booth at the Peach Festival while denying Democratic groups the same opportunity for years. She requested the city council's input. The mayor responded that the Chamber is a separate organization and has committed to not allowing political activities at community events. Discussion Items - 7A - Street Vacation (Ordinance O2025-32): The council held a public hearing and approved the closure of unimproved portions of Dale, Oakland, Ridgeway, Tulare, Newport streets and related alleys. Staff supported the vacation to facilitate future development. - 7B - Pawn Shop Conditional Use Permit (CUP-25-0008): The council held a public hearing on a request by Robertina Sandoval for a pawn shop at 1205 S. Main Street. Staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0 vote) recommended disapproval due to incompatibility with surrounding restaurants and a ninth-grade campus. The council voted to deny the permit. - 7C - Recreational Vehicle Park/Campground (ZCH-25-0006 & CUP-25-0006): The council held a public hearing on a request by James McDonald to rezone from C1 to C2 Interstate Commercial with a conditional use permit for an RV park at 2205 Tin Top Road. Planning and Zoning had tabled the item twice; the applicant requested a tabling. The council voted to table the item to August 26, 2025, with a note from Councilmember Ticzkus urging the applicant to provide timely information. - 7D - Fire Apparatus Purchase: Fire Chief Jonathan Peacock requested approval to order one Pierce Enforcer Pumper ($3,778,623 total for both) and one Pierce Enforcer Aerial from Siddons Martin Emergency Group. The apparatus will be fully equipped, with delivery estimated at 34-35 months for the pumper and 45-46 months for the aerial. The chief explained that the purchase locks in current pricing before August increases and secures a place in the manufacturing queue. Councilmembers asked about building heights, configuration changes, and fleet rotation. The council approved the purchase unanimously. Key Outcomes - Ordinance O2025-32 (street vacation) adopted. - Conditional use permit for pawn shop denied (motion by Heidi Wilder, second by Zack Smith). - RV park/campground item tabled to August 26, 2025 (motion by Matt Ticzkus, second by Zack Smith). - Fire apparatus purchase approved for $3,778,623 (motion by Heidi Wilder, second by Luke Williams). - Consent agenda items A through K approved as a block. - In executive session, the council authorized the city attorney's office to file a tax exemption challenge and lawsuit against La Villa Housing Finance Corporation, Parker County Appraisal District, and other parties related to the Lone Oak Apartments property (motion by Heidi Wilder, second by Mayor Pro Tem Smith). No action was taken on executive session item 9B (real property).

The Planning & Zoning Commission met on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 2:30 PM in City Council Chambers. Chair Brian McKeown called the meeting to order with a quorum present. The meeting covered four agenda items: a conditional use permit for a pawn shop, two subdivision plat approvals, and a zoning amendment for an RV park. The commission took action on each item, including a unanimous vote to disapprove the pawn shop permit and a unanimous decision to table the RV park request. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (Item 2a): The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 3a – Pawn Shop Conditional Use Permit: The applicant, Robertina Sandoval (representing Cash Plus Pawn), spoke in favor of the request, citing the company's 11 locations in the DFW area, its family-owned history, and its commitment to community service. She addressed concerns about school proximity, noting that pawn shops are highly regulated, require valid ID for all transactions, and that Cash Plus Pawn does not sell AR rifles or semi-automatic long guns to individuals under 21. She also stated that firearms purchased from citizens reduce unsafe private sales. One public speaker, David Ford of 104 Twin Hill Court, Weatherford, spoke in opposition, expressing concern about the pawn shop's proximity to a school and potential negative impact on property values. Discussion Items - Item 3a – Pawn Shop (CUP-25-0008): Staff (Matt Leppla, Director of Public Works) recommended disapproval, citing incompatibility with surrounding commercial uses (restaurants, a K-12 school) and close proximity to an existing pawn shop (approximately two blocks away). Commissioners discussed the lack of a required distance ordinance for pawn shops relative to schools, the narrow lot with limited parking, and the potential for the site's best use. Commissioner Kathy Wylie questioned whether school proximity was actually a safety issue, given that pawn shops restrict entry to minors. After the applicant clarified that minors cannot enter without an adult and cannot sell items, several commissioners expressed agreement with staff's recommendation. The commission voted unanimously to disapprove the conditional use permit. - Item 3b – Whiterock Homes Phase 2 Final Plat (SBD-25-0006): Staff (Katelyn Seckman, Planner) presented a request for final plat approval of 34 residential lots on 10.273 acres at 1713 E. Bankhead Dr. The preliminary plat was approved by City Council on June 24, 2025. Staff recommended approval subject to subdivision ordinance requirements and attached conditions. The commission unanimously approved the final plat. - Item 3c – Heritage Hills Preliminary Plat (SBDP-25-0007): Staff presented a request for preliminary plat approval of 89 lots (86 residential, 2 commercial, 1 HOA open space) on 34.631 acres at 330 N. Denton Road. Zoning is C1 General Commercial, and the general plan is suburban living. Staff recommended approval subject to conditions. Chair McKeown noted that all lots meet minimum size requirements. Commissioners asked about a condition regarding a greater front yard setback dimension; staff explained that for narrower lots, the building setback must be pulled back to meet the 75-foot width requirement, and the full dimension must be shown on the final plat. The commission approved the preliminary plat unanimously. - Item 3d – General Plan/Zoning Amendment + CUP for RV Park (ZCH-25-0006 & CUP-25-0006): This item concerned a request by James McDonald to change zoning from C1 General Commercial to C2 Interstate Commercial with a conditional use permit for an RV park/campground on 10.97 acres at 2205 Tin Top Road. Staff had recommended disapproval unless specific conditions were met. The applicant sent a letter requesting to table the item to allow more time to address previous staff requests. Chair McKeown opened the public hearing briefly (2:55 PM) and closed it with no public comments. The commission then voted unanimously to table the item to the next meeting. Key Outcomes - Disapproved (Unanimous): Conditional use permit for a pawn shop at 1205 S. Main Street (Item 3a). - Approved (Unanimous): Final plat for Whiterock Homes Phase 2 – 34 lots (Item 3b). - Approved (Unanimous): Preliminary plat for Heritage Hills – 89 lots (Item 3c). - Tabled (Unanimous): Request for zoning amendment and CUP for RV park at 2205 Tin Top Road (Item 3d); to be considered at the next regular meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 2:57 PM.

The Municipal Utility Board met on June 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Weatherford City Hall. The board approved routine consent items, awarded a construction contract for water and wastewater line replacements on West Columbia Street, authorized an amendment to the wholesale wastewater agreement with Hudson Oaks, accepted a $546,000 Texas Water Development Board grant for PFAS testing, and received a quarterly update on the water purification plant expansion project. The meeting adjourned at 12:37 PM. Consent Calendar - Item 5a: Awarded RFP 2050-010 for substation maintenance and testing services to RMS Energy Company, LLC in an amount not to exceed $98,203. Approved unanimously. - Item 5b: Authorized the City Manager to execute a professional services contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the design of the Harberger Hill Pump Station Evaluation and 7th/Franklin Street Water Improvements project in an amount not to exceed $215,000 (total aggregate fiscal year expenditure $2,136,570). Approved unanimously. Discussion Items - Item 6a – West Columbia Water and Wastewater Improvements Contract: Staff (Bill Smith) presented the project to replace approximately 3,800 feet of water lines and 3,000 feet of wastewater lines along West Columbia Street (100–600 block) and side streets. Six bidders responded; the lowest qualified bidder was Patcon Services, LLC with a bid of $1,165,737.49. Construction is expected to take 7–8 months, targeting a start in January/February 2026. The street will be repaved after utility work. The board approved the motion (moved by Hester, seconded by Davis) unanimously. - Item 6b – Amendment No. 2 to Wholesale Wastewater Service Agreement with City of Hudson Oaks: Rick Shaffer explained that the amendment extends the agreement by 16 months through October 31, 2026. Hudson Oaks has already approved and executed the amendment. The board discussed compliance with capacity limits and progress on Hudson Oaks’ connection to Willow Park’s wastewater system. The board confirmed no concerns with the timeline. Approved unanimously (moved by Novak, seconded by Davis). - Item 6c – Resolution R2025-07 for Texas Water Development Board Grant: Rick Shaffer presented a $546,000 grant (100% principal forgiveness) under the Clean Water State Revolving Fund – Emerging Contaminants Program. Funds will be used for PFAS testing and monitoring in wastewater influent, effluent, and biosolids, and to evaluate future treatment options. Board members discussed potential liability from collected data but concluded that proactive study is prudent and that no regulations currently exist for PFAS in wastewater. The resolution was adopted unanimously (moved by Wilder, seconded by Hester). Staff Reports - Item 7a – Water Purification Plant Project Update: Rick Shaffer reported on the ongoing expansion (Phases 2–4). Phase 2 (filter process building) is progressing; GMP 3 (above-ground structure) is in bid review and will come before the board next month. Phases 3 (raw water pump station) and 4 (clear well and high service pump station) are in preliminary design. The backwash facility expansion will improve water rights efficiency by returning decant water directly to the rapid mix vault. The project remains on budget, with less than 6% of funds expended. No action required. Key Outcomes - Minutes approved (May 29, 2025 meeting) with one abstention resolved. - Construction contract with Patcon Services, LLC authorized ($1,165,737.49). - Amendment No. 2 to Hudson Oaks wastewater agreement authorized. - Resolution R2025-07 adopted, accepting $546,000 TWDB grant for PFAS testing. - Future agenda item: Board requested an update on lake walking trails be brought to a future meeting (July or August). - No public comments were made.

The Weatherford Historic Preservation Commission met on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 5:30 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. The meeting focused on approving prior minutes and planning a tour of the Mount Pleasant Colored School, a designated Local Historic Landmark. No public comments were made, and the commission adjourned to conduct the tour. Consent Calendar - None Public Comments & Testimony - No citizen comments were offered on non-agenda items. Discussion Items - Approval of Minutes: The commission reviewed and unanimously approved the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting. A motion was made by James Bodiford-Brinkley, seconded, and passed without discussion. - Tour of Mount Pleasant Colored School: Senior Planner Monica Johnson noted that no formal action was needed on agenda item 3.a. (tour). The commission agreed to proceed with the tour immediately after adjournment. - Future Agenda Items: One member requested that Monica Johnson provide a report at the next meeting on findings from the county historical commission, which Johnson agreed to do. Key Outcomes - The minutes of the February 26, 2025 meeting were approved. - The commission adjourned at approximately 5:35 PM to tour the Mount Pleasant Colored School.

Introductory Summary The Weatherford City Council met in regular and executive session on June 24, 2025, from 6:02 PM to 8:17 PM at City Hall. The agenda included a bi-annual update from Downtown Weatherford Inc., multiple development items for Avilla Lockwood and Vida Weatherford, adoption of updated building codes, a certificate of obligation issuance, a fueling station density discussion, and personnel action. Key outcomes included approval of the Avilla Lockwood development (annexation, zoning, plat), denial of Vida Weatherford (zoning and plat), approval of $9.99M in certificates of obligation, adoption of 2021 international codes, and appointment of a municipal court judge. Presentations & Proclamations Downtown Weatherford Inc. Bi-Annual Update – Lindsay Montgomery presented updates since 2022 highlighting approximately $9.99 million in private local investment downtown, 20 properties with new local owners, over 2,000 Wine & Whiskey Walk ticket holders from 115 zip codes (including 11 states), $140,000 spent on cultural arts, and a new green space planned at York Avenue and Spring Street with an estimated $400,000 cost, funding not yet raised. Council members asked for earlier submission of financial materials (10 days before presentation) and clearer breakdown of facade improvement grant information. Consent Calendar Item 6a: Approved minutes of June 10, 2025 regular session. (Unanimous) Item 7a and 7c: Approved appointments to the Public Library Board (Sarah Davis new; Courtney Butler, Crystal Brown-Woerly, Debbie Browder, Liza Walters reappointed) and Resolution R2025-08 setting the gross receipts charge and return on investment for FY2026 from utility fund to general fund. (Unanimous) Item 7b: Approve preliminary plat for Whiterock Homes Phase 2 – 34 residential lots on 10.273 acres at 1713 E. Bankhead Dr. (Pulled from consent due to speaker card; later approved unanimously after discussion.) Public Comments & Testimony Whiterock Homes Phase 2 (7b): Amy Hutton (1718 E. Bankhead Dr.) spoke on behalf of neighbors expressing concerns about stormwater runoff and flooding, noting no storm drains on Bankhead and existing flooding issues nearby; also raised sewer capacity concerns. She indicated a prior apartment plan nearby had similar issues. Discussion Items 8a – Certificates of Obligation Series 2025: CFO Dawn Brooks and financial advisor Marty Shu (Hilltop Securities) reported competitive bond sale with 10 bids, winning bid from Robert Baird at 4.27% true interest cost. Proceeds ($9.99 million) will fund critical water/wastewater projects (water purification plant expansion, elevated storage tank, lift station 17 expansion, Town Creek main trunk line). Ratings: S&P AA, Moody's A2; utility debt rating upgraded to A- (from A+) by S&P – highest ever. Council thanked staff, utility board, and previous councils for strong fiscal policy. (Ordinance O2025-27 adopted unanimously.) 8b – Avilla Lockwood Development Agreement: Josh Eady (Next Metro Communities) presented a 161-unit single-family rental (multifamily) project on 17.8 acres at SE corner of BB Fielder and Causbie Roads. Amenities include pool, spa, EV chargers, dog park. Developer contributed $950,000 for road improvements to Causbie Road. Council questioned parking setback and community outreach; developer noted June 4 community meeting with 3 attendees, all supportive. Council member Williams asked to extend road improvements to second access point; developer agreed up to budget. (Approved unanimously.) 8c – Voluntary Annexation (Avilla Lockwood): Public hearing held (no speakers). Annexation of 17.819 acres owned by Harold Lockwood Jr. plus portions of Causbie and BB Fielder Roads. (Ordinance O2025-24 adopted unanimously, effective immediately.) 8d – Zoning Amendment (Avilla Lockwood): Public hearing held (no speakers). Rezone from AG to R3 Multifamily Residential with Planned Unit Development overlay for 161 units. (Ordinance O2025-23 adopted unanimously.) 8e – Preliminary Plat (Avilla Lockwood): One lot, 17.8 acres. (Approved with conditions unanimously.) 8f – Vida Weatherford Zoning & Development Agreement: Michael Smith (DBA Architect) presented a 306-unit luxury apartment project (two phases: Phase I 192 units by 2029, Phase II 114 units by 2031) on 14.17 acres at SE corner of Cleburne Ave and Tin Top Road. Staff recommended approval but council discussed housing study cap (377 units remaining through 2030, now 216 after Avilla), density concerns (37.9% tenant-occupied multifamily in Weatherford vs 14.8% in Parker County rural), and traffic impacts on I-20 (high accident frequency). Council member Wilder moved to deny; seconded. (Denied 7-0? Not specified, but motion passed.) 8g – Preliminary Plat (Vida Weatherford): Tied to 8f. (Denied on motion after 8f denial.) 8h – Conditional Use Permit for Office Building: 215 E. Church St, 0.364 acres. Conditions: hours 7am-8pm, no temporary signs/banners. (Ordinance O2025-26 adopted with conditions unanimously.) 8i – Building Code Adoption: Adoption of 2021 International Codes and 2020 NEC with local amendments; fire sprinkler requirements adjusted based on use and occupancy. Effective December 2025. (Ordinance O2025-22 adopted unanimously.) 8j – RV Park/Campground (James McDonald): Public hearing held (no speakers). Tabled to July 22, 2025, after Planning & Zoning meeting July 16. City manager noted apparent construction had begun without proper process; staff to provide information. 9a – Fueling Station Update: Staff report on existing 31 operating fueling stations (plus 4 approved). Comparison to other cities; discussion on whether to impose radius restrictions vs continue CUP process. Council consensus to keep CUP process with density data included with future applications; no action taken. Key Outcomes Approved minutes of June 10, 2025. Approved Library Board appointments and FY2026 gross receipts resolution. Approved Whiterock Homes Phase 2 preliminary plat. Approved Ordinance O2025-27 authorizing $9.99 million in Certificates of Obligation Series 2025 (sale at 4.27% over 20 years). Approved Avilla Lockwood development agreement, annexation, zoning, and preliminary plat. Denied Vida Weatherford zoning and development agreement (Ordinance O2025-25) and preliminary plat. Approved conditional use permit for office at 215 E. Church St. Adopted 2021 international building/fire codes (Ordinance O2025-22). Tabled RV park/campground request to July 22, 2025. Following executive session: Appointed Teresa Evans as Municipal Court Judge for unexpired term ending December 31, 2026. Directed staff to provide STR (short-term rental) compliance update at first August 2025 meeting.

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee met on June 19, 2025 at 1:03 PM at Weatherford City Hall. All members except Jenni Day (who arrived later) were present, constituting a quorum. Staff presented updates on shelter renovations, operations, and outreach programs, and the committee discussed potential uses for the shelter's donation account. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. (Motion by Member Montanna McMasters, second by Member Brad Burnett.) Staff Reports Shelter Operations Update (Kenzie Redington, Animal Services Manager) - Renovation phase one nearly complete: exterior of kennels A and B resurfaced, fiberglass reinforced panels installed, lighting, mini splits, and drop ceilings added. Cat room B and washroom expected to finish by June 24, 2025. Buildings D, E, and Q: HVAC serviced, kennel doors modified with solid metal panels to reduce stress and disease spread, painting done, floors ground and scheduled for new floors by June 27, with move-in first week of July. Phase two will include administration building, intake office, and central bark. - Rooster Seizure: On April 6, 2025, 96 roosters from a suspected cockfighting operation were rescued with the Parker County Sheriff's Office and the Animal Investigation and Response team (AIR). Outcomes: 18 placed with rescue, 14 adopted, 2 deceased upon arrival, 62 humanely euthanized. The live release rate is expected to drop to approximately 85% due to this case. - Second Quarter Statistics (April–May 2025): 1,845 animals served (21/day), 443 adoptions, 193 return to owners, 223 rescue pulls, 576 trap-neuter-return (TNR) and barn cats, 2,200+ volunteer hours, live release rate of 92.62% (rounded to 93%). Medical: 6,200+ vaccinations and medications, 1,155 spay/neuter surgeries, 740 microchips. - Free Microchip Week: June 24–28, 2025, no appointment needed. - Donation Account Discussion: Committee suggested a covered concrete walkway from the office to the kennels and a new mobile adoption trailer (current one is over 20 years old). Staff will bring a formal agenda item for donation account ideas at the next meeting. Whisker Wednesday Program (Dr. Stacy McLeod, Shelter Veterinarian) - TNR program continues during kitten season. Goal of 100 cats per event has not always been met due to weather, but the yearly total may still reach 1,000. Long-term population control is expected to take 5–10 years. The program also offers an alternative for citizens to keep and fix their cats rather than surrendering them. Career Day Outreach (Levi Leal, Animal Services Coordinator) - Visited three elementary schools (Igrid, Crockett, and Sagine) in the past month. Educated students on shelter services, lost pet reunification, vaccinations, and the role of the shelter in the community. Recent and Upcoming Events (Amber Wilson, Outreach and Engagement Officer) - Participated in the Dallas Mega Adoption Event in April 2025 (over 700 animals adopted total, including 3 from Weatherford). Invited to another similar event in Fort Worth in August 2025, hosted by Humane Society North Texas. Held a vaccination clinic with 104 vaccinations administered. MSNBC interviewed staff at the Dallas event, featuring Weatherford Animal Services. Happy Tails (Amber Wilson) - Adoption success stories: Mona (renamed Luna) adopted by City staff; S'mores, adopted six years ago, traveled with a military family across Europe (Italy, Croatia, Slovenia) and now lives in New Mexico; Kit Kat, adopted in February, lives happily with a family and other former shelter pets. Key Outcomes - The minutes of the March 6, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. - The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM. - No formal votes were taken on donation account spending; discussion will continue at the next meeting with a posted agenda item. - Meeting adjourned at 1:30 PM.

The Weatherford Planning & Zoning Commission met on June 11, 2025, at 2:30 PM in City Council Chambers. Chair Brian McKeown called the meeting to order with a quorum present. Commissioners considered several rezoning, conditional use permit (CUP), and plat requests, including a major multifamily development and an RV park expansion. The meeting adjourned at 4:28 PM. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (Item 2a): The minutes of the May 14, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 3B (RV Park Expansion): Applicant attorney David Conan argued that the current C1 zoning was likely an error, as surrounding properties are C2, and that the expansion (28 additional spaces) would improve the property with full paving and screening fencing. He stated that all rental agreements are license agreements, not long-term leases. - Item 3E (Vida Weatherford Multifamily): Neighbor Lance Lothar (113 Cleburne Ave) raised concerns about an acreage discrepancy (14.17 vs 17.8 acres), potential stormwater runoff from his agricultural property onto the site, and requested adequate fencing to protect his horses from future residents. Lynn Faber (2126 Timber Cove) questioned why the city allows deviations from setback and building length standards, and asked about covered parking for the high-end development. - Item 3G (Avilla Lockwood Multifamily): Debbie Martin (552 Paloma St) expressed concern about maintenance of the greenbelt buffer along the creek adjacent to Lockwood Estates. Pat Larkin (102 Crestridge Ct) and other residents raised significant traffic concerns about Causbie Road, noting it is a narrow, dangerous rural road with limited capacity. They questioned how road improvements would be ensured, given the county jurisdiction. Diane Brawley (320 Bonita St) supported the project's tree preservation but echoed the need for Causbie Road improvements. Discussion Items - Item 3A – Whiterock Homes Phase 2 Preliminary Plat: Staff recommended approval for 34 lots on 10.273 acres at 1713 E. Bankhead Dr. The plat meets SF-7.5 requirements. Motion passed unanimously. - Item 3B – RV Park Zoning & CUP (McDonald): Staff recommended disapproval because the existing non-conforming RV park's expansion does not align with surrounding development character. The applicant seeks to rezone from C1 to C2 and obtain a CUP for a 28-space expansion. Commissioners discussed length-of-stay restrictions, legal feasibility, and potential conditions. After extensive Q&A, the item was tabled to the next regular meeting (date certain) to gather more data on occupancy duration and legal advice on possible conditions. Motion to table passed unanimously. - Item 3C – McDonald Addition Final Plat: Withdrawn by the applicant to avoid statutory shot-clock issues; will be resubmitted alongside the tabled item 3B. - Item 3D – CUP for Office Building (Carter): A CUP is needed because the proposed office building at 215 E. Church St does not meet CBD building setback standards. Staff supported approval, noting the block's character (pitched roofs) and that the building matches adjacent structures. Conditions: hours 7 AM – 8 PM daily, no temporary signs. Approved unanimously. - Item 3E – Vida Weatherford Rezoning & PUD (306 multifamily units): Staff recommended approval, highlighting the project's high quality: 306 units (one- to three-bedroom) in two phases, 1.5-acre lake with boathouse, resort pool, 3,000 sq ft clubhouse, dog park, 2,700 linear feet of trails, and 25% extra landscaping. Requested deviations: reduced rear setback (15' to 10'), building length up to 250' (actual longest 232'), and reduced side setback to adjacent AG lot (not needed). Applicant Michael Smith stated the project targets renters-by-choice with luxury finishes. Commissioners noted the city's housing analysis shows only 377 units available through 2030; combined with Item 3G, the total would exceed that by about 90 units. Staff argued the quality and phased timing justify approval. Motion to approve passed 6-1. - Item 3F – Vida Weatherford Preliminary Plat: Preliminary plat for the same 14.17-acre site. Approved 6-1 (same vote as rezoning). - Item 3G – Avilla Lockwood Rezoning & PUD (161 single-story build-to-rent homes): Staff recommended approval. The 17.819-acre site is currently in the ETJ and will be annexed. The project proposes 161 one-story homes (one- to three-bedroom) with private yards, detached garages, carports, and amenities. Developer Josh Eady (Next Metro Communities) stated they will invest $1 million to improve the Causbie Road/BB Fielder intersection, dedicate right-of-way, and work with city on a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA). A community meeting was held but lightly attended. Commissioners supported the project as a quality transition from commercial to residential, noting it will force needed road improvements. Motion to approve passed unanimously. - Item 3H – Avilla Lockwood Preliminary Plat: Preliminary plat for the 17.819-acre site. Approved unanimously. - Staff Reports (Items 4a-4d): - Housing Analysis: The city has 377 multifamily units available through 2030. Current projects could exceed that by 90 units if both Vida and Avilla are built (some phases after 2030). - Monthly Building Report: Provided but not discussed in detail. - Project Update: Waterford Park subdivision is now issuing single-family permits; the Middleton hotel project moved to Phase 2. - Fueling Station Update: Within city limits, there are 380 total pumps across stations, averaging 11.5 pumps per station. Commissioners expressed consensus that the current conditional use permit process is appropriate for regulating fueling stations on a case-by-case basis, rather than adopting distance-based restrictions. Staff will report this direction to City Council. Key Outcomes - Votes: - Consent minutes: Approved unanimously. - Item 3A (Whiterock preliminary plat): Approved unanimously. - Item 3B (RV park zoning/CUP): Tabled to next regular meeting for further information. - Item 3C (McDonald final plat): Withdrawn by applicant. - Item 3D (Church St office CUP): Approved unanimously. - Item 3E (Vida rezoning & PUD): Approved 6-1. - Item 3F (Vida preliminary plat): Approved 6-1. - Item 3G (Avilla Lockwood rezoning & PUD): Approved unanimously. - Item 3H (Avilla preliminary plat): Approved unanimously. - Directives: Staff to obtain legal guidance on permissible length-of-stay restrictions for RV parks and gather occupancy data from the applicant before the next meeting. - Consensus on Fueling Stations: The Commission will recommend to City Council that no changes be made to the current CUP-based regulation of fueling stations; a case-by-case approach is preferred. - Next Steps: Tabled item 3B, along with 3C, will be on the next regular meeting agenda. Both approved multifamily projects will proceed to City Council for final rezoning and development agreement approvals.