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Published: Jul 7, 2026
Colleyville Celebrates Heroes Park, Nature Center Recognition, and Community Initiatives
The city celebrated the dedication of Heroes Park during the Stars and Guitars event, honoring 193 inductees. The event featured a ceremony with military honors, a flyover by the Texas Air National Guard, a performance by Craig Morgan, and fireworks. The event also highlighted the Colleyville Nature Center's national recognition for birdwatching, with a photograph by resident Janet Hicks featured in Birdwatcher's Digest. Additionally, a resident expressed gratitude to the fire department for their bravery and efforts during a house fire, emphasizing the positive impact of first responders. The city also announced the planting of 266 trees this year as part of its commitment to being a Tree City USA, exceeding the goal of 250 trees for America's 250th year. The innovative design of the fire department's new engine is also gaining recognition, influencing designs in other departments. Finally, the 'Colliopoly Cross-City Challenge' was launched, offering residents a chance to win gift cards by participating in a digital scavenger hunt involving local businesses.
Special Use Permit for Accessory Building at 3505 Blue Quail Lane Advances to First Reading
The City Council held the first reading and public hearing for Ordinance 0-26-2374, which seeks to amend the zoning ordinance and map to allow for a special use permit for an accessory building at 3505 Blue Quail Lane. The property is zoned R15 and currently has an existing single-family home and two accessory buildings. The request is to replace an existing shed with a new accessory building that, combined with a patio cover, would exceed the allowed 4% lot coverage, reaching approximately 6.3% (1,024 sq ft). Staff can approve up to 4% coverage, requiring a special use permit for anything over. No responses were received from surrounding property owners after notices were sent. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a 6-1 vote. The applicants, John and Chelsea Cohen, explained their need for additional space due to having four daughters and wanting to avoid a 'used car lot' appearance of multiple vehicles. They emphasized their desire to maintain the neighborhood's aesthetic and large yard character. They addressed concerns about matching the house's architecture, noting that the proposed vertical siding and paneling match existing elements and similar detached garages in the neighborhood. They also confirmed the new building would be unfinished garage space and would have a tandem double garage door. The City Council opened a public hearing, heard from the applicants, and then closed the hearing. This ordinance is on its first reading.
Colleyville Approves FY27 Crime Control Budget, New Tasers, Police Motorcycles, and Fiber Optic Agreement
The City Council adopted Resolution R-26-5160, approving various consent items including the June 16th, 2026 minutes, the fiscal year 2027 Colleyville Crime Control and Prevention District (CCCPD) budget, and an interlocal agreement with Grapevine Colleyville Independent School District (GCISD) for fiber optic cable installation renewal. The FY27 CCPCD budget projects $3,645,000 in revenues and $3,593,000 in expenses, with an anticipated fund balance of $3,747,000. Key requests for the budget include the purchase of 51 new TASER Model 10 less lethal electronic control weapons for $236,938 over five years and the acquisition of two new police motorcycles for approximately $100,000. The budget also continues to fund 19 full-time sworn officers, PSOs, a network administrator, and an accreditation coordinator, supporting Colleyville's status as a safe city. The fire engine design was also noted for influencing other departments.
Colleyville City Secretary's Office Receives Achievement of Excellence Award
The City of Colleyville received the Texas Municipal Clerks Association Municipal Clerks Office Achievement of Excellence Award. This award recognizes municipal clerk offices for effectively managing resources and complying with federal, state, and local statutes. To be eligible, offices must meet nine of twelve standards, including records management, open meetings, professional development, and government transparency. City Secretary Christine Levin is a Texas registered municipal clerk, and Assistant City Secretary Angela Fetters is progressing through the certification program. The award plaque was presented to the City Council.
City Approves Easement Acquisition for Heritage Avenue Right Turn Lane Project
The City Council approved Resolution R-26-5159, authorizing the acquisition of permanent drainage and sidewalk easements, along with a temporary construction easement, at 2800 Heritage Avenue for the Heritage Avenue right turn lane project. The property owner, 170 players LLC, accepted the appraised value of $36,040 for these easements. This action aims to improve the safety of the intersection by extending the right turn lane further north.
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