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Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.

Public comments (40)

SupportiveTal FellinghamSep 10, 2026

Represented the owner in supporting the 166-acre mixed zoning request on Texas Avenue, noting that floodplain boundaries create natural buffers between retail, multifamily, and single-family areas.

City Council - Sep 10, 2026 · 18:54 →
SupportiveTal FillinghamAug 13, 2026

Spoke as agent for the property owner supporting patio home development.

City Council - Aug 13, 2026 · 36:42 →
ConcernedTammy FogleJun 11, 2026

Shared her perspective on citizen engagement, community advocacy, and expressed concerns over the transparency and planning of street abandonment and eminent domain projects.

City Council - Jun 11, 2026 · 21:32 →
ConcernedJason WilsonMay 28, 2026

Raised concerns about the rapid, unnotified growth of data centers and the need for long-term resource planning and transparency.

City Council - May 28, 2026 · 35:20 →
SupportiveTal FillingimMay 5, 2026

Presented the Carriage Hills multifamily project, explaining setback adjustments and corridor compatibility along FM 707.

Planning & Zoning Commission - May 5, 2026 · 33:00 →
SupportiveClayton FarrowMay 5, 2026

Explained the developer's plans for single-family and duplex lots, floodplain adherence, and coordination with TxDOT and public works.

Planning & Zoning Commission - May 5, 2026 · 22:03 →
OpposedNancy LugoMay 5, 2026

Expressed opposition regarding increased traffic on Nice Road and asked about sewer, floodplain, and creek protection plans.

Planning & Zoning Commission - May 5, 2026 · 15:27 →
SupportiveTav FillingimMar 3, 2026

Representing the developer, he argued that pickleball noise is comparable to other permitted uses and that the 10 p.m. closing time is necessary for the business.

Planning & Zoning - Mar 3, 2026 · 6:51 →
SupportiveJason LaneFeb 12, 2026

Spoke as applicant for the senior apartment complex project at 1333 N. 6th St., highlighting the need for senior housing downtown.

City Council - Feb 12, 2026 · 1:04:25 →
SupportiveRoss StrainJan 8, 2026

Expressed support for the Elmdale development team, noting their proactive approach to traffic management and road improvements.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 1:29:55 →
SupportiveTammy FogleJan 8, 2026

Commended City Manager Emily Crawford for an informative presentation on the Lancium data center agreements and requested accessible summaries for citizens.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 1:43:27 →
ConcernedJan PriceJan 8, 2026

Raised concerns about traffic safety, school capacity at Eula ISD, fire department approval, and long-term property protections for the Elmdale RV park project.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 56:07 →
OpposedCynthia AlvidrezJan 8, 2026

Recommended tabling the RV code amendment until traffic studies can be evaluated and reiterated park maintenance complaints.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 5:16 →
SupportiveJack RentzJan 8, 2026

Supported the Elmdale project, noting that developers take risks and that future residents will likely carpool to reduce traffic impact.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 1:46:40 →
SupportiveEsther MillettJan 8, 2026

Spoke in favor of the Elmdale RV park project, emphasizing the acute local housing shortage and rising home prices.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 1:33:08 →
SupportiveEric JohnsonJan 8, 2026

Supported the Elmdale project, noting severe rental inventory shortages and praising regional growth and management housing initiatives.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 1:34:33 →
SupportiveGreg GachiasanJan 8, 2026

Developer representative thanked the council and staff, confirming commitment to traffic mitigation and lease terms requiring structure removal.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 58:57 →
SupportiveTammy FogleJan 8, 2026

Appreciated the thorough council discussion on the Elmdale CUP and stressed the importance of transparency and early communication.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 1:43:27 →
ConcernedTammy FogleJan 8, 2026

Expressed concern over removing traffic study requirements from standard RV park rules and urged careful infrastructure planning.

City Council - Jan 8, 2026 · 20:02 →
OpposedTammy FogleNov 20, 2025

Spoke in opposition to TIRZ #2 incentives for Project Surf, reiterating concerns about public transparency and lack of information.

City Council - Nov 20, 2025 · 51:47 →
ConcernedTammy FogleNov 20, 2025

Criticized the lack of transparency surrounding secretive economic development deals like Project Surf and data centers, noting citizens are left in the dark.

City Council - Nov 20, 2025 · 22:03 →
SupportiveKyle McAlisterNov 20, 2025

Expressed strong support for economic development projects like Project Surf and city growth.

City Council - Nov 20, 2025 · 30:45 →
ConcernedRusty TowelNov 6, 2025

Raised concerns about the impact of the Lancium project on his neighborhood.

City Council - Nov 6, 2025 · 8:24 →
ConcernedTal FillinghamNov 4, 2025

Expressed concerns about requiring two passenger vehicle spaces per pad site and buffer rules in RV park code amendments.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Nov 4, 2025 · 1:16:35 →
ConcernedClint RosenbaumNov 4, 2025

Discussed paving requirements, milling usage, and green space minimums in the proposed RV park ordinance.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Nov 4, 2025 · 1:24:20 →
SupportiveTal FillingimSep 2, 2025

Spoke in favor of the multi-family amendment, explaining that it serves as a proper transitional zone between commercial and single-family areas.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Sep 2, 2025 · 27:30 →
OpposedJohn SmolakAug 5, 2025

Strongly opposed high-density patio home zoning on Stewart Road, warning of crime, drug activity, and drainage failures seen in older small-lot developments.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Aug 5, 2025 · 1:04:03 →
OpposedLarry EarleyAug 5, 2025

Expressed concerns about property conditions, debris, and commercial truck traffic on nearby roads.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Aug 5, 2025 · 34:42 →
SupportiveDason WilliamsAug 5, 2025

Spoke in favor of the RV park and the compromise to turn the northern floodplain area into green space.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Aug 5, 2025 · 54:25 →
SupportiveClint RosenbaumAug 5, 2025

Explained the rationale for rezoning to agricultural open and establishing an RV park, and later agreed to remove RV spots from the back floodplain.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Aug 5, 2025 · 38:12 →
SupportiveKelly GomezAug 5, 2025

Expressed support for the project, noting the intention to follow all LDC regulations and infrastructure requirements.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Aug 5, 2025 · 1:07:01 →
ConcernedBob CarlsonAug 5, 2025

Pointed out that Stewart Road lacks sewer, water, and proper road infrastructure to support the development.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Aug 5, 2025 · 1:07:54 →
SupportiveJohn LoudermilkJun 26, 2025

John Loudermilk spoke in support of the Jolly Rogers Road rezoning amendment, clarifying that the 4,500 square-foot patio home lots will be built in a separate phase divided by power lines from existing neighborhoods.

City Council - Jun 26, 2025 · 54:28 →
SupportiveMark LeonJun 26, 2025

Architect Mark Leon presented details on the proposed 240-unit luxury apartment complex on Musgrave Boulevard, noting it features 1- and 2-bedroom units and high-end amenities.

City Council - Jun 26, 2025 · 3:44 →
OpposedMark TeagueFeb 13, 2025

Economist spoke in opposition to the Lancium tax abatement agreement, raising concerns over water aquifer depletion and energy grid reliability.

City Council - Feb 13, 2025 · 2:04:09 →
ConcernedRay RenfroFeb 4, 2025

A neighbor expressed concerns about the type of fencing, the owner's experience, and whether the park would allow long-term stays.

Planning & Zoning Commission - Feb 4, 2025 · 13:53 →
SupportiveEllie AndersonJan 9, 2025

Spoke as the owner of Glow Out Parlor to answer questions regarding her tattoo permit request.

City Council - Jan 9, 2025 · 19:36 →
SupportiveClayton FarrowJan 9, 2025

Presented the Antilley Road tattoo parlor conditional use permit as agent for the developer.

City Council - Jan 9, 2025 · 19:03 →
SupportiveLaddie GallowayJan 9, 2025

Presented the cell tower conditional use permit on Barrow Street on behalf of Titan Towers and AT&T.

City Council - Jan 9, 2025 · 11:43 →
SupportiveClayton FarrowJan 9, 2025

Spoke in favor of the zoning annexation near Hamby.

City Council - Jan 9, 2025 · 18:47 →

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