Rick Lewelling
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- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 5:06:06
- Avg per meeting
- 14:35
- Segments
- 4891
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Top issues during term (20)
Auto repair shop planned development at 505 Thompson Drive
The business would add sales tax revenue and put a vacant building back on the tax rolls, but the city is spending staff and attorney time redrafting the ordinance.
CDC August financials and debt outlook
Year-to-date revenues of $617,047 trail the $706,777 budget, and spending of $734,669 exceeds budgeted projections.
Project Swan economic development prospect
Any incentives the CDC might extend haven't been disclosed.
Proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 city budget
About $82,466 of fund balance would be spent, with roughly $500,000 left in reserves if a property purchase occurs.
Carlisle Road Reconstruction
The city is fronting up to $50,000 now, but Denton County is expected to reimburse it in full once the interlocal agreement is finalized — and the county is expected to cover the whole project except right-of-way acquisition.
Grant Opportunity for Road and Drainage Projects
Maintenance/repair expenditures rise from $365,000 to $730,000, leaving roughly $1M in fund balance.
Potential real property transaction near Hundley and Carlisle Drives
Unknown — any price or lease terms were discussed in closed session.
Master Fee Schedule Revision
Unknown — no action taken; the ordinance would have raised development-related fees effective November 1.
Potential bond payment capacity analysis
A new bond could add debt payments, with a possible double payment in 2029.
Tiny House Park expansion near downtown
Not stated in the materials, though public comment raised worries that miniature housing could affect property values.
Library fishing program declined over liability
Roughly $30,000 in insurance cost tied to converting a library position to full time.
Community garden
No set budget exists — water access was flagged as the biggest cost, and grants would require matching city funds.
Disc golf course at Thousand Oaks Park
Nothing budgeted this year — funding would likely come from grants requiring city matching funds.
Willow Grove Park closure and improvements
The road construction project may include planned park repairs in the area; details were requested for the December meeting.
Proposed tax rate for 2026
Median homestead tax bills rise from $1,771.46 to $1,903.97 — up $132.51.
Flock camera system policies and placement
Flock expansion would add an ongoing subscription cost; council wants it on a future agenda before deciding.
Trash and rubbish nuisance ordinance amendment
Violators could face fines up to $2,000 per offense.
Code of Ethics review
Hundley Drive and Shady Shore Road change order
$10,000 in CDC grant funds, matched by roughly $40,000-$50,000 in private investment planned by the owners on top of $380,000 already spent.
Lake-based events and tournaments
Tournaments and events could generate visitor revenue for the city, though no figures were discussed.
Decisions during term (79)
Recorded while Lewelling was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Denton County – Carlisle Drive Reconstruction
Award of Carlisle Road Construction Contract to DDM Construction
McAdams Engineering and Contract Administration Services – Carlisle Road Project
Texas Municipal League Region 8 Director Selection
SPAN, Inc. Interlocal Agreement – Transportation and Meal Services, FY 2026-2027
Master Fee Schedule Amendment Ordinance
Consent Agenda (September 24 Minutes; McAdams Zoning Map/GIS Update)
Easement Negotiations Authorization Following Executive Session
Consider and act on September 24, 2026, minutes.
Approval of September 15, 2026 meeting minutes
Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
Rezoning of 505 Thompson Drive to Planned Development (PD-C-3_DOD)
Acceptance of resignation of Randy Evans, Councilmember Place 5
Consent Agenda Items 1 and 2 (Records Retention Ordinance and August Financials)
Confidential Release in Full and Settlement Agreement with Atmos Energy and pipeline contractors
Approval of September 14, 2026 meeting minutes
Approval of May, June, and July 2026 financials
Planned Development for auto repair at 505 Thompson Drive tabled
Approval of May, June and July financials
Appointments to Lake Dallas Development Corporation board
Voting record (47)
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Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Denton County – Carlisle Drive Reconstruction
Award of Carlisle Road Construction Contract to DDM Construction
McAdams Engineering and Contract Administration Services – Carlisle Road Project
Texas Municipal League Region 8 Director Selection
SPAN, Inc. Interlocal Agreement – Transportation and Meal Services, FY 2026-2027
Consent Agenda (September 24 Minutes; McAdams Zoning Map/GIS Update)
Easement Negotiations Authorization Following Executive Session
Rezoning of 505 Thompson Drive to Planned Development (PD-C-3_DOD)
Unresolved questions about what becomes of Anderson's two existing shop locations and disappointment that public comment was not listed on the agenda.