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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lewisville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Hookah Lounge Regulation
A hookah-style smoking business wants to open near Hebron Parkway, and the city requires a special use permit for smoking establishments even in general business zones. Residents near the Lakepointe West area can weigh in at the public hearing before the commission sends its recommendation to the City Council, which makes the final decision.
Annual Action Plan and Federal Grant Funding
The city's federal community development block grant allocation dropped slightly to $821,411 for FY 2026-27, and the council approved the agreements that get that money out the door to nonprofit subrecipients.
Old Town Mixed-Use Rezoning for Backroom Tea Lounge
A one-third-acre lot at 207 West Purnell Street was rezoned from single-family to Old Town Mixed Use 2 so the Backroom Tea Lounge can operate legally. Neighbors worry about traffic, parking, and what business could replace the tea room someday, but staff said the tiny lot limits what can be built there.
Gene Carey Animal Shelter Expansion
The city is moving forward with a $9.9 million voter-approved Proposition B expansion of the Gene Carey Animal Shelter. The project will add a surgical suite, kennels, and storage while using a phased construction approach to keep operations running.
Micromobility Ordinance Discussion
The city is considering a new ordinance to regulate e-bikes, scooters, and other devices, requiring helmets for minors, banning handheld device use while riding, and completely prohibiting pocket bikes in public areas.
Employee Health and Benefits Administration Contracts
The council approved contracts for various employee benefits administration services, including health, dental, vision, and assistance programs.
FY 2026-2027 Social Service Grant Allocations
The council approved a resolution authorizing the disbursement of social service grant funding for FY 2026-2027 to various recipients.
Zoning Change for Commercial Development
The council considered rezoning two properties to allow for commercial and light industrial development. One property at 1135 West FM 3040 was rezoned from Medical to Local Commercial to accommodate a veterinary clinic. Another property at 1707 Bunker Hill Lane was rezoned from Agriculture-Open Space to Light Industrial for new commercial businesses.
Old Town Mixed Use-2 Rezoning at 207 West Purnell Street
The owner of the Backroom Tea Lounge requested a zone change from single-family residential to Old Town Mixed Use-2 to operate legally after running into home occupation code violations. A shared parking agreement with a nearby church was secured to address parking needs.
Unified Development Code Comprehensive Updates
The city updated development regulations to establish standards for commercial drone operations, relax rules for backyard cottages, and streamline site plan requirements.
Moonshot Electrical & Controls Economic Development Agreement
Moonshot Electrical & Controls is bringing a large manufacturing and office facility to Spinks Road, promising nearly 300 jobs and millions in capital investment in exchange for local tax grants and fee waivers.
State Legislative Agenda Priorities for the 90th Session
The council reviewed draft legislative priorities focusing on preserving local control, protecting city revenues from destination sourcing, and opposing restrictions on local fees.
City Manager Appointment
Lewisville has a new city manager, and this person will be calling the shots on how the city operates daily. It's a key leadership role, so pay attention to who's been appointed and what their plans are.
Multi-Family Development Rezoning on Fox Avenue and Edmonds Lane
A proposal to rezone 2.730 acres from office district to planned development multi-family housing.
Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Utility Rates
City officials and consultants reviewed proposed rate increases for water and sewer services, along with an update on the ongoing stormwater rate study to ensure system reliability.
Substandard Structures Abatement on S. Uecker Lane
City staff are moving to address multiple vacant and vandalized properties on South Uecker Lane that have become safety hazards and attractive nuisances.
Zone Change for Multi-Family Development on Highway 121 Business
ZoneDev is requesting a zone change from light industrial to planned development multi-family to build a 265-unit apartment complex on the site of former automotive salvage yards. The project aims to continue the aesthetic and residential transformation of the corridor started by phase one.
Lakes at Castle Hills Expansion
The owners of the Lakes at Castle Hills want to add two new tennis courts, four pickleball courts, and 24 parking spots. To address neighborhood concerns about noise and bright lights, the applicant agreed to shut off courts and lights by 9:00 p.m. and install shielded fixtures.
Annex Remodel Project
The city is moving forward with designing a major interior renovation of the 37-year-old City Hall Annex. The project will update worn finishes, add the L. James Kunke Heritage Collection in the lobby, modernize the municipal court, and convert a rental community room into a staff training suite.
Thrive Recreation Center Sustainability
Staff presented survey results and proposed adjustments to Thrive recreation center membership fees, including splitting senior and active adult membership tiers and phasing in incremental increases tied to CPI to address rising utility and operating costs.
General Election Certification
The city officially certified the results of its recent municipal election, bringing newly elected leadership onto the City Council for Places 1 and 3.
Project Smarter Efficiency Initiative
City staff presented 'Project Smarter,' detailing various Lean Six Sigma and Peak Performance initiatives aimed at reducing red tape, improving grant review error rates, cutting street work order backlogs, and streamlining police and library operations.
Five Star Ford Redevelopment
Five Star Ford wants to tear down its old buildings along I-35E and build a much larger, modern dealership with brick and stone finishes. Because the design doesn't meet every strict I-35 overlay rule, it needs special permission from the city.
Crown Centre Subdistrict Redevelopment
Proposed zoning amendments for the Crown Center sub-district in Castle Hills adjust development rules to reflect post-COVID market realities, reducing commercial minimums and allowing multi-family housing near office spaces to spur activation.
FY 2025 Financial Audit and Triple Crown Awards
External auditors reported that Lewisville received a clean, unmodified audit opinion for fiscal year 2025, maintaining strong financial reserves and a healthy fund balance.
Utility Payment Convenience Fees
The city is adding a fee for residents paying utility bills with credit or debit cards to stop absorbing $600,000 in annual processing costs. Residents can still avoid fees by using cash, checks, or automatic bank drafts.
TNMP Rate Increase Opposition
The city joined regional coalitions to formally oppose a proposed $34 million rate increase by Texas-New Mexico Power Company.
Economic Development Policy and Incentive Revisions
Staff proposed updates to economic development policies to better target high-paying jobs, sector-specific industries, small business grants, and facade improvements along the Business 121 corridor.
Community Engagement
The city is progressing through its 2035 Vision Plan update, gathering resident input through workshops and surveys to shape long-term growth and community priorities.
Drone as First Responder Program
The police department showcased a new drone-as-first-responder program designed to improve emergency response times and situational awareness across the city.
Economic Mobility and Childcare
City staff presented findings from a door-to-door survey in zip code 75057, revealing significant community needs and cost barriers related to child care and continuing technical education. The data will help shape future housing and community development initiatives.
Hebron Parkway Kayak Launch Redesign
The city is ditching the troublesome floating dock at the Hebron Parkway kayak launch and replacing it with a concrete ramp. High water flows and heavy debris have caused major damage and required over 1,000 hours of cleanup over the last three years.
Park Development
Lewisville's dropping a cool $100 million on its parks! Expect a huge facelift with new green spaces and awesome facilities coming soon.
Marina Redevelopment
Suntex Marinas is investing $70 million to completely overhaul Eagle Point Marina on Lewisville Lake, replacing old docks, cleaning up shoreline environmental hazards, and upgrading facilities over the next few years.
Boys & Girls Club Facility at 195 West Corporate Drive
The former city public safety facility is being repurposed into a Boys & Girls Club youth center. The project requires a zone change and a parking standard reduction to fit the site's existing layout.
Townhome Development Rezoning on South Cowan Avenue
A developer wants to rezone 0.61 acres at South Cowan Avenue and Hickory Street to build a 13-unit townhome community. Council members raised serious concerns about whether fire trucks can maneuver the tight alleys and if parking will overflow into nearby streets.
Water Main Break
Big news for Lewisville! A water main break is causing major disruptions, and you'll need to boil your water until further notice. Keep an eye out for updates to stay safe.
Water Quality Advisory Lifted
Great news, Lewisville residents! The boil water advisory has been lifted, meaning you can finally turn your taps back on without worry. Schools are also back to normal operations starting Tuesday.
Short-term Rental Ban
Lewisville is hitting the pause button on new short-term rental permits for a whole year. This means no new Airbnbs or similar rentals can pop up while the city figures out the rules.
Mall Redevelopment Funding
Lewisville just approved public funding to help revamp the Music City Mall, meaning major changes and upgrades are finally heading to the shopping center.