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The bundle of proposed amendments covers many subjects. Council members pulled several items for separate discussion before finalizing the list; among the most substantive items they debated and advanced to the ballot are:
- Term limits and staggered terms for mayor and council: Council approved a variation (called here “variation A”) that moves toward a four‑year term structure with staggered seats while providing a transition framework; the council’s motion passed and the amendment will appear on the ballot as modified language for voters to decide.
- City manager residency timing: Council agreed to preserve a residency requirement but allow additional flexibility beyond the charter’s current one‑year residency window. Council approved an amendment to preserve the residency obligation but to allow additional six‑month extensions under council authority; staff will translate that into charter language for the ballot.
- Publication of the city’s audit: After discussion (and a brief procedural rescind/revote to clarify language), the council directed that the entire annual audit be published on the city’s website and filed with the city secretary; that change will be included on the ballot.
- Boards and commissions: The council approved charter language setting staggered terms and term limits for board and commission members (three‑year terms, limit of three consecutive terms, with a year off before reappointment). Council also approved a provision to standardize organizational meeting timing (February) for planning and zoning and to align related rules.
- Conflict/contract rules: Council approved a proposition to restrict officers (as defined) and members of boards and commissions from having a substantial interest in city contracts or the sale of land, materials or services to the city; council added an explicit moratorium period (two years) on doing business with the city after leaving office.
- Petition threshold for ballot candidates: Council approved a charter provision requiring candidates to submit a petition with a minimum number of valid signatures (the greater of 25 or 0.5% of the most recent mayoral vote) when placing a candidate name on the ballot, consistent with state rules if a municipality adopts such a provision.

Several propositions were discussed at length and either amended or separated for individual votes; staff will prepare final, consolidated charter language for the city secretary and for the election order. Councilors emphasized that final ballot language must be clear to voters and that any implementation details (such as how the personnel or web publication changes are carried out) will be addressed by ordinance and administrative policy after voter approval.

The council’s action authorizes the city secretary and staff to finalize the election order, re‑letter the propositions in sequence, and proceed with the statutory notice and election tasks necessary to place the measures on the Nov. 4 ballot.

A final note from the meeting: council members asked staff to prepare clearer ballot captions and to provide side‑by‑side drafting of current vs. proposed charter text for public review before the ballot materials are finalized.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Anna - City Council Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Council called a Nov. 4 special election to ask voters to approve multiple home‑rule charter amendments, including a variation on council term limits, publication of the annual audit online, board and commission term rules, and a petition signature requirement for ballot access.","taxTitle","Anna, Collin County, Texas","taxId",61204,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6505692,"Anna council denies two 'resolution of no objection' requests for tax‑credit apartment projects",1277,5825000,7102000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb&start=5825&end=7102","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb/thumbnail_5825000.jpg","/articles/6505692/Anna/Collin-County/Texas/Anna-council-denies-two-resolution-of-no-objection-requests-for-taxcredit-apartment-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6505692-99169f44df95cbd04682a1db3047215e/orig.mp4?Expires=1770409491&Signature=TFk3~Dy~GaG7GtIxUQTs7Gm6DoP8MsiJFO~OhsIZ8yJlelC8o50-e956fY4QHsL9V~32gCFG4Kx9obxYMl4lob6HGpgm1Ohl9jZZWDrfkmjmLu1JksZOTS4nT3W~0hw6-euDUK3gzZ5fANr2UE72JasiQpR6jBP1t~uI~7LFOnSvKPW4m9QwEX83XzRU3w84RfW-8h0n8HlmLAFYl7cuPzf8wx6zHFaOXg7DNWfU1nhoTDrLyoBjZfsqH41aM6JM4x2hT~Pij~eceV58tgzc3Dnk5UWG~lT9ZtLZQR65qCZ5HD0VuR941pvSGKkyB~mh8N-HNI4M5KPCJFIISoQWlg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Anna, Aug. 12 — The City Council denied two requests for a resolution of no objection (RONO) that would have allowed applicants to pursue low‑income housing tax credits for multifamily projects in Anna.

The first project, commonly described in the meeting as the Leonard Avenue site and presented by Alexa Abbott of Dominion, was already zoned by planned development in November 2023. Dominion described a single‑family rental (build‑to‑rent) style product limited to households at or below 60% of area median income, with a unit count limited in their proposal to about 330 units (the PD would technically allow higher density). Abbott said Dominion is a long‑term owner/operator and would deliver market‑rate amenities and property management in‑house. Council discussion centered on previous local experience with high‑density multifamily, traffic and whether the city currently needs additional multifamily product. After discussion the council voted to deny the RONO; the motion to deny passed unanimously.

The second request concerned a separate site in the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). The applicant said the project would be lower density than some prior tax‑credit products, and they offered to negotiate infrastructure improvements and a development agreement to provide greater municipal oversight despite the ETJ location. Several council members said they were open to a work session with the applicant but, given the current timing and the council’s stated priorities about product mix and infrastructure, the council voted to deny the RONO on the ETJ site as well.

The denials mean both applicants will not receive a city RONO at this time; council members said they would be open to further conversations or a work session to discuss design, phasing, infrastructure commitments and whether an alternative product or agreement would address council concerns.

Quotes from the meeting: Dominion’s Alexa Abbott, explaining the approach, said, “We’re not an HFC or PFC deal. This is not that, and this would be paying taxes to the city.” Council members repeatedly said they wanted to protect capacity on local infrastructure and preferred lower‑intensity commercial and industrial development in some locations before additional multifamily.

Votes: both resolutions of no objection were denied by the council (motions to deny passed unanimously).","Council voted to deny resolutions of no objection (RONO) for two proposed low‑income housing tax‑credit developments—one in Anna Ranch already zoned MF and another in the city’s ETJ—after public comment and council concern about density, traffic and infrastructure.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6505695,"Council approves Trinity Creek pre‑annexation development agreement with conditions; developer to begin industrial phase",965,4776000,5741000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb&start=4776&end=5741","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb/thumbnail_4776000.jpg","/articles/6505695/Anna/Collin-County/Texas/Council-approves-Trinity-Creek-preannexation-development-agreement-with-conditions-developer-to-begin-industrial-phase","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6505695-f84b4dcc2c09135183473820fd330b37/orig.mp4?Expires=1770409491&Signature=MlJnWg02m08lp5HXrhcnNWfu1QSazDSTdqiHLazUGOdHtPZMi~lz8Q2sdZrBKsfaFH6E65KfWIMTge8NeNvBEkkM1DvE6M4Cqb5UjWp0cB17wyhXMNE~OrMowOrl0M4odZHRhDkdUUSqGv52wziRFecJj66cov-SSY7uqA3KR9PBdgAtLywW9g~fH2OSxK9QjadsI9VvjM~3uHZURLY4wrrSjEiMTOc3Ar4bgiy6PMfPf5C5kmyHbWi-D5ZZ-i~6o8t0eDlaTp7AiwRQqMTCUm5UGxu1k3Y-d0~YRk1TAhKig4JiCVAkGeeIIyKaEsHp5M2OYf4mDysL4kIPXTYpSg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Anna, Aug. 12 — The City Council approved a pre‑annexation development agreement for the Trinity Creek project, a multi‑phased development located west of U.S. 75 that will include industrial flex space, commercial acreage, an age‑restricted multifamily parcel (or C‑1 commercial if not developed as multifamily) and single‑family residential areas.

Planning Manager Lauren Mechkey said the PADA includes multiple components: a public improvement district, subdivision improvement agreement, impact‑fee reimbursement agreement, parkland dedication and specific deadlines and standards (screening, landscaping, masonry and entry features). Mechkey said the developer had been working with staff for more than two years, had adjusted the concept plan in response to council guidance (changing a shown multifamily parcel to C‑1 if not developed as age‑restricted multifamily), and proposed starting development with the industrial area.

City Attorney Clark (last name on file) explained enforcement options for the agreement: a material breach would allow the city to pursue legal remedies and would also remove the developer’s ability to obtain PID assessments or levy them — a significant financial incentive for the developer to meet obligations. The agreement requires completion of public infrastructure for each phase before the developer proceeds to the next phase; if a substantial change to the concept plan is proposed, the council would expect the developer to return for an amendment and public review.

Council members pressed staff and the developer on enforcement mechanisms, escrow/developer deposits (required where bond proceeds would not fully cover public improvements for a phase), and protections in a downturn. Staff said the agreement is intended to ensure infrastructure and public improvements are constructed according to the phasing schedule, and that standard remedies — including withholding PID formation or assessments — apply if obligations are not satisfied.

Council members also discussed product types and builder selection, with one council member asking staff to meet with the developer about desired builders and housing products for certain neighborhoods.

The council voted to approve the resolution regarding the Trinity Creek pre‑annexation development agreement. The approval includes the concept plan, the set of development standards and the listed agreements; staff will return as phases progress for required documents and certifications.","City Council approved a pre‑annexation development agreement (PADA) for Trinity Creek, a multi‑use project west of US‑75 that includes industrial, commercial, age‑restricted multifamily and single‑family areas; the developer agreed to phase infrastructure and the industrial component will be developed first.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6505700,"Anna proposes FY 2025–26 budget with police hires, $54M wastewater project; council sets public hearings and proposes $0.525073 tax rate",2364,1814000,4178000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb&start=1814&end=4178","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb/thumbnail_1814000.jpg","/articles/6505700/Anna/Collin-County/Texas/Anna-proposes-FY-202526-budget-with-police-hires-54M-wastewater-project-council-sets-public-hearings-and-proposes-0525073-tax-rate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6505700-066ac2ffa76e71452c4b3dbd9b75745c/orig.mp4?Expires=1770409491&Signature=LI1zmb0XrIySqDWW7UXLD3tO3jlsBENPb8GBgAj6FJ19jJ2VPu1waZkniBH8csiOLOMz9GXkDOgLRc7AECjffB0-zOA86BgeINaHVIIPH6FBkDn02g7RlBcFcUSvPqeznZtWNcVv2kY8KJ7~Xn~JgVhx8mMAXyBgLGR0vokAcWj-mB0LENvXn9Cvfz3-vHLouWy-dlx7KEZeqpkTjKjPwmu97ZJ4gQxPF72qlnfkJmUhU1IUdL4mjNCyWRXUotB4BpMfg~lp9WN3jjL9Fx7JBixmWOozSu~hEtPYVu4RfYDItekJEQzMVwnTx5NdR~LoSzR-UjJj~MVJfXi7En8K0w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Anna, Aug. 12 — Acting City Manager Mark Marchand and Budget Manager Terry Dobie presented the city’s proposed fiscal year 2025–26 budget and related tax rate proposals during Tuesday’s council meeting.

Terry Dobie outlined the budget’s revenue assumptions and calendar required by state law. The city proposes a property tax rate of $0.525073 per $100 of assessed value to support the recommended budget. Dobie said that amount is above the city’s calculated no‑new‑revenue rate (0.495928) but below the voter‑approval threshold (0.532173). Using the proposed rate on the average taxable value in Anna, staff estimated the city portion of a typical homeowner’s annual tax increase would be about $98.

Key operating and capital highlights in the proposed budget:
- Police staffing additions: five patrol officers, one detective and one lieutenant included per council direction earlier this year; the police station is a major CIP request.
- Major capital projects: Hurricane Creek wastewater treatment plant expansion (a roughly $54 million project to increase capacity), Bryant Park and Finley Park construction, and a new police station; staff said the city currently has approximately $109 million in active projects.
- Utilities: the utility fund is budgeted to be balanced; staff noted 47% of utility costs are payments to third‑party providers (sewage treatment, water purchases and solid waste) and signaled future rate model review will be necessary as the new wastewater plant and other infrastructure come online.
- Parks and library: the budget includes operating support tied to a publicly accessible library and additional custodial staffing tied to increased hours.

The council moved two procedural items required to advance the budget process: it approved a resolution naming Sept. 2, 2025 at 6 p.m. for the public hearing on the budget, and it approved a resolution proposing the 0.525073 tax rate and scheduling the public hearing on the tax rate for the same Sept. 2 meeting. The council voted 6–1 to adopt the proposed tax rate for public notice (motion passed 6–1); the hearing date and place for the budget were approved unanimously.

Council members pressed staff on the balance between growth and services: several asked about the timing of future road projects and noted roads will likely require future bond issues, and others pushed to continue pursuing commercial development to reduce residential property tax burden. Staff highlighted that the proposed budget tries to hold operating growth down while funding necessary infrastructure to manage rapid population growth.

The proposed budget and tax‑rate resolution will return after public hearings. If council reduces the proposed rate after public input, staff said they would return with rebalanced expenditure options to match any lower rate.

Votes at a glance: the council approved the budget public‑hearing resolution unanimously and approved placing the proposed 0.525073 tax rate on public notice by a 6–1 vote; the council also approved the Anna Community Development Corporation and Economic Development Corporation budgets on first readings and then by resolution (both passed unanimously at the meeting).","City staff presented the draft FY2025–26 budget that includes police staffing additions, major capital projects (notably a $54 million Hurricane Creek wastewater plant expansion and a new police station), and a proposed property tax rate of $0.525073; council set public hearings and approved the proposed tax rate for public notice.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6505705,"Anna council hears plan to bond remaining Shirley Tract PID assessments, staff directed to proceed",743,941000,1684000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb&start=941&end=1684","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5566991-27c05dd1b923ce7b63f7d02e234a8ecb/thumbnail_941000.jpg","/articles/6505705/Anna/Collin-County/Texas/Anna-council-hears-plan-to-bond-remaining-Shirley-Tract-PID-assessments-staff-directed-to-proceed","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6505705-41925b976a3fcaa20c5e7fd8e7823acc/orig.mp4?Expires=1770409491&Signature=lyHuY~2VBc2XbI8EM5htWDSO2lzC6Z8ceofMoc-KMg0FrAr9qGPnsX3BG10E4MVCaQ~96ZJEwnFnoV-OXRHcWTwZAvumcMv6U9zsths2c1gp1KmcTQ1IY7CJvfVAD0A~cbLNYcBffCLKX2cxzP7kumvZzI8mo577VpX7GQ~xnoyd6sOnCRqz0EosrVA4-bDQEkDiUfjeNJSud37bi~TPnHssZ83mqBFgHG9wiDk4gpMpNtcyVQlQ6HCDUOUKSl8~-39-qIaUIJwNW~4ccQV3NMcyxnmKVkSiStsgBGNPZP0hTEF4gkt9yr8e5rGm0TN0VNo79NordgklcFrAjd8SYw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Anna, Aug. 12 — City financial adviser Andre Ayala of Hilltop Securities presented a plan of finance in a work session for Shirley Tract Public Improvement District No. 2, improvement area 1, asking the City Council to consider issuing bonds to cover assessments the city levied in 2021 but did not bond.

Ayala said the city levied approximately $4,156,832.29 in outstanding assessments on Area 1 that were left as a developer reimbursement obligation after the 2021 bond sale, and the developer has requested that the city bond the remainder. Ayala told the council the project now has broader owner diversification than in 2021, that required tests under the trust indenture (developer performance, assessment payment compliance and minimum construction permits) had been met, and that the bond could be structured as parity (a series B offering) to the 2021 bonds.

“A full offering is possible; the issuance cannot exceed the amount of assessments outstanding, and the bonds must mature no later than 2051,” Ayala said, adding that bond proceeds must include a reserve equal to roughly one year of debt service (about $279,000 under Ayala’s cash‑flow constraint). He said the issuer could pursue bond insurance if it lowers overall debt service and that the transaction would not be secured by city taxes or water/sewer revenues.

City staff and council members asked for plain‑language clarification on the mechanics. Ayala summarized: the developer would receive an up‑front lump sum instead of annual reimbursement payments, and the trustee would administer debt service from collections that are already being made by the city.

Acting City Manager Mark Marchand and members of the council discussed implementation and the council’s earlier policy choices for the PID. Council members also asked staff to meet with the developer about builder selection and housing product, noting a preference for particular builders and product types in parts of Shirley Tract.

Because this was a work session item, the council did not take a formal vote on issuance; at the conclusion of the presentation council members signaled they were comfortable directing staff and the city’s finance team to proceed to the next steps necessary to prepare an offering for consideration at a future meeting. Ayala said the anticipated schedule (subject to market conditions and final approvals) would place a council authorization on the Aug. 26 meeting with an expected closing in September.

The council did not adopt bonds at the Aug. 12 meeting; staff will return with formal documents, final pricing and any recommended insurance before any sale.","Financial adviser presented a plan to issue up to $4.16 million in bonds to convert outstanding assessments in Shirley Tract Public Improvement District No. 2, improvement area 1 into bonded debt; council in a work session signaled direction for staff to move forward pending standard approvals.","actionData","errors"]

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