Lewisville · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lewisville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Trinity Trash Bash community cleanup
Keep Lewisville Beautiful's annual cleanup event along the Trinity. It's a volunteer effort to keep local waterways and public spaces litter-free, and council members may join in.
Lewisville 2035 Vision Plan Implementation
The city is hosting a reception to thank community members serving on the Lewisville 2035 Steering Committee for their work on long-term planning.
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 Boards, Commissions and Committees Appreciation Event
Lewisville is bringing together members of its city council and numerous volunteer advisory boards for an annual appreciation gathering. While a quorum of multiple public bodies may be present, the event is strictly for recognition and will not feature any official city business.
For the Love of Lewisville Community Day of Service
City leaders and residents are teaming up for a community-wide day of service to support local neighborhoods and complete volunteer projects. Council members will be present to participate in the day's events alongside volunteers.
Ellis at Old Town Grand Opening Attendance
City officials will gather for the grand opening of the Ellis at Old Town development in Lewisville. The notice ensures compliance with open meetings laws when multiple council members attend a public event together.
Landscape and Parking Alternative Standards at 647 West Main Street
The commission evaluated alternative standards for a former IHOP site on Main Street so it can operate as a jewelry store while retaining its current parking layout and managing right-of-way impacts.
Minor Auto Repair and Sales at Fairway Business Park
A public hearing will evaluate expanding a special use permit at 519 Bennett Lane to allow an additional minor auto repair business in a light industrial zone.
IH-35 Overlay Corridor Alternative Building Standards
The commission will consider requests for alternative parking and acquisition standards for a commercial property along West Main Street within the IH-35 overlay district.
Special Use Permit Expansion for Mobile Auto Repair at 519 Bennett Lane
The commission considered expanding a special use permit for a mobile car repair business, GoFix, to use a larger suite for office and storage needs.
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.
Board Governance and Procedure
Kristin Green takes over as Lewisville's primary representative on the Denton County Transportation Authority board, with Lonnie Tipton as her alternate, as Mayor Gilmore's term ends.
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.
Alternative Standards for Commercial Redevelopment at 217 South Stemmons Freeway
Colonial Savings and Loan got two exceptions to the IH-35E corridor overlay rules so it can redevelop part of its lot into a bank branch — tighter driveway spacing and a deeper build-to zone to work around a Brazos Electric easement.
Council Quorum at Public Event
Council members will gather at the Vernell Gregg Early Childhood Center to participate in the local high school homecoming festivities.
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.
Accessory Structure Special Use Permit at 2812 Treasure Cove Drive
Property owners sought approval for a 750-square-foot wood carving workshop that exceeds the standard 500-square-foot code limit for R-5 residential lots.
Light Industrial Rezoning at 1707 Bunker Hill Lane
A 1.6-acre property on Bunker Hill Lane was rezoned from Agricultural-Open Space to Light Industrial to allow a new commercial building for small businesses.
Veterinary Clinic Commercial Rezoning
The council approved two rezonings to allow a new veterinary clinic off West FM 3040 and a mixed-use commercial and retail building on Bunker Hill Lane.
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.
Proclamations for Community Awareness
The council issued proclamations for "Say No To Bullying Week" and "Community Planning Month" to raise awareness and encourage community involvement.
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.
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.
Employee Health and Benefits Administration Contracts
The council approved contracts for various employee benefits administration services, including health, dental, vision, and assistance programs.
Commercial Rezoning at 1135 West FM 3040
The council is considering rezoning 1.3 acres from medical to local commercial use to allow a veterinary clinic on the eastern lot of the Avalon Addition.
Vernell Gregg Early Childhood Center Opening
City Council members joined local school district officials to celebrate the opening of the new early childhood facility.