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City Council Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Downtown Sherman Lighting Project Approved, Construction to Begin Soon
The City Council approved Resolution Number 7655, authorizing the execution of an agreement with Hawk Builders for downtown Sherman lighting. This project, which has been in discussion for about 10 years, involves installing 12 light standards and two monitors around the courthouse square. The bid for the project was $844,000. Construction is planned to begin within 10 days of agreement execution, with substantial completion in 160 days and final completion in 206 days. The phased approach is designed to minimize disruption to downtown businesses and courthouse operations. The council approved the resolution with unanimous affirmative votes.
Rezoning Approved for 173 Acres on Blue Flame Road for Planned Development
The City Council considered Ordinance Number 6947, a rezoning request for approximately 173 acres located on Blue Flame Road and FM 691, to a planned development (PD) with base zoning of C1, MF30, RTH, R4, R6, within the FM Highway 691 overlay district. This item was previously heard by the Planning & Zoning Commission (PNZ) two years prior and was again heard by PNZ in 2024, which approved a zone change to PD 620 with specific R4 townhome and R5 lot percentages. The applicant sought to create a consistent planned development to align with their master plan and development agreement. The council approved the rezoning and associated development agreement (Resolution 7654) with unanimous affirmative votes.
City Council Praises Successful 'Lights on the Lake' Event and Announces Upcoming Community Activities
Councilmember Barnett and Mayor expressed strong appreciation for the 'Lights on the Lake' event, describing it as phenomenal, well-organized, and well-attended, with a special mention of Collective Soul's performance. They also highlighted the upcoming 'Hot Summer Nights' concert series featuring The Todies and Grupo Brendis, and other community events like 'Dolly's Texas 2-step' supporting early childhood literacy. The Mayor also emphasized the importance of community spirit and the collaborative effort of city staff in organizing successful events.
Annexation and Rezoning Approved for Sherman Lakes Development
The City Council addressed Ordinances 6948 and 6949, involving the annexation of approximately 183.681 acres east of US 75 and south of Tate Circle, and a rezoning of the same area from RA to a planned development district with base zoning of RTH, R4, R5, and R6. This item was paired with Resolution 7653, the development agreement for Sherman Lakes. The Planning and Zoning Commission (PNZ) had denied the rezoning item six to zero on May 19th, and the applicant appealed to the City Council. The proposed development, initially planned as an upscale mobile home park, was adjusted to a single-family community with 631 lots, including landscape buffers and 80-foot lots on the perimeter. Concerns were raised by residents regarding lot sizes, road development, and a culvert with a weight limit. The council approved the annexation, rezoning, and development agreement with unanimous affirmative votes.
City Council Makes Multiple Board Appointments, Skips Executive Session
The City Council decided to proceed with making board appointments instead of holding an executive session. The council appointed Clay Mahon to the Civil Service Commission, Amy Hoffman Sheehan to the Keep Sherman Beautiful Commission, and Sarah Gary, Amy Shaw Hoffman Sheehan, Billy Keene, and Ronald Lee Woodward to the West Hill Cemetery Board. A motion to forgo executive session and make these appointments was made and approved unanimously.
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