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Glenn Heights, TX
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Phone 972-223-1690
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1938 S. Hampton
Glenn Heights, TX 75154
 
PLANNING & ZONING

, Interim City Planner
1938 S. Hampton
Glenn Heights, Texas 75154
972-274-5100 ~ FAX: 972-274-5110

VISION
To Champion the Comprehensive Plan And
promote- Sustainable neighborhoods,
Safe roads, and a
Sound economy, via making
Sensible decisions.
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*** Looking for Volunteers ***
The City of Glenn Heights is accepting applications for Volunteers to serve on the Planning and Zoning Board, the Board of Adjustments and the Park and Recreation Board. If you would like to serve on any of these Boards please pick up an application at City Hall, or
click here to download an application form.(PDF)

Questions?
Please contact the City Secretary at 972-223-1690 extension 203
Planning & Zoning Commission
  Appointed Re-Appointed Term Expires
Chairman
Tony Espinosa
September 4, 2007   5/2009
Matthew Graska September 4, 2007   5/2010
Jesus Humphrey October 16, 2006 May 19, 2008 5/2011
Tammy Garr April 7, 2008   5/2009
Austin Kelley August 16, 2004 August 6, 2007 5/2010
Douglas Burton May 19, 2008   5/2010
Edward Schellinger January 2, 2007 May 19, 2008 5/2011

GOAL SETTING
The Planning Commission started setting goals (directional, timed, achievements) in June of 2005. The discussions centered on
  • the Comprehensive Plan and UDC,
  • functions of the commissioners, City Council and staff,
  • Also on residential and commercial development and their effect on the City’s growth
 
The interesting point was once everyone described his/her duties there was a better understanding of each other’s thoughts, action and personality. This led to the selection of the chairman, 2 vice chairmen and preferred roles to play when the commission is in session. Once the legal ramifications of public hearings were made clear. There was more insight regarding staff reports, memos, and an obligation to read with understand the points presented, request additional research if desired and come prepared with the UDC and Comprehensive Plan. A vision was derived in August 2005
 
The three 2.5-hour sessions focused on neighborhood components.
Neighborhood Components

By rank are:

  • Appearance to include roads and surrounding aesthetic features,
  • Homeowner on a block vs renter occupation ideally (60%-40% (only looking at house occupied ratios)
  • Parks/Open Space tied <-> to Accessibility and Parking
  • Crime rate (offenses shall be observed for example, the kinds of theft, assault, rape and so forth as well as code enforcement violations by neighborhood or area(beats))
  • School System/District(s)
  • Economic standing (retail to tax exempt structures to residential taxing)
  • Economy-regional and international influences and how the City deals with that adversity.
 
The Commissioners discussed other cities and realized –we are growing, we will have working pains but we must be united as City officials and representatives of the City.
It is important to have an idea as to how cities function in relation to their values- history, culture, economy and surroundings. The state and nationwide laws also influence our decisions and actions.
 
Only short term goals were set, but these when practiced can be lead to long term advantages. The goals submitted to be worked on in one month to one year:
 
GOALS WERE SET AFTER RANKING
HOW OFTEN TOPICS WERE MENTIONED
 
1. Promoting the City in a unified way by City Council, exhibiting civility and organize park events within the next year 2006; in order for the public and others to feel confident about our leaders and the City.
 
Objective: To entitle businesses and our neighbors to be more friendly and polite to staff/officials and the public. Promote our good name via- (Park events, reduced political exhibits in public, increased communication, an improved website, Chambers and public postings for all events and get an event coordinator p/t.)
 
2. To influence infrastructure improvements with a schedule showing bonds to be voted on, or timetable of construction ,so the process may continue from one City Council to the next. This goal is to be noted for roads, water/sewer, park facilities (lights/equipment). Within the next 6 months to 2 years 2005-2007 an updated schedule shall be observed.
 
Objective: To promote safe roads and sustainable neighborhoods, and set forth an appealing appearance to attract investors and promote the City and citizens welfare.
 
3. To be realistic and accept the things we cannot change, as of this hour. Encourage family and neighbors to join the Park, School, and Adjustment Board; and seek gives, grants and deeds from founding fathers-Trees, Branch, Craddock, January, Glenn as well as businesses.
 
Objective: To concentrate on other givers, grants and means of funds besides taxes, regional government and revenue


 
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