2025-07-21 (City Council)

The City of Lewisville City Council held a workshop and regular session on July 23, 2025, covering a range of topics including zoning ordinance amendments, public hearings, and appointments to various city boards and committees. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a professional services agreement with Teague, Nall and Perkins for right-of-way services related to Harford's Prairie Road improvements, which involves design modifications and potential relocation services for affected properties. The council also discussed a grant-funded highway safety improvement project for a traffic signal at FM 3040, with design contracts forthcoming. Additionally, the council reviewed the Denton County Transportation Authority's (DCTA) Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Plan and upcoming Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to select a developer partner for a mixed-use development near the Old Town train station, with an estimated $40 million anchor facility and $8.5 million in grant funding secured. The RFQ aims to attract national developer interest and explore public funding options. Other procurement-related items included approval of custodial services contracts, video inspection of storm sewer lines, and suspending a rate increase effective date related to Encore electric service. The council also approved appointments to the 2035 steering committee and various city boards and commissions. Discussions on traffic impact, parking, and neighborhood preservation were also prominent. No votes were taken to reject or amend procurement contracts, and motions to approve consent agenda items passed unanimously.