Council splits on Approval of July 23 Meeting Minutes

Approval of July 23 Meeting Minutes

0 yes, 0 no

Approval of August 10, 2026 TIRZ #4 Board Meeting Minutes

7 yes, 0 no

Consent Agenda Approval

7 yes, 0 no

Table Stillwater Capital Zoning Request

7 yes, 0 no

Specific Use Permit: 351 Matlock Rd

7 yes, 0 no

Specific Use Permit: 2431 E. Broad St

7 yes, 0 no

Table Alcohol Variance Request

7 yes, 0 no

Stillwater Capital Inc. Mixed-Use Development

240 and 260 N Mitchell Rd, 2401 Heritage Pkwy, 2500 E Broad and 351 N Miller

Request to rezone 153 acres for commercial, residential, and institutional uses.

tabled · still tabled

HTO Beverage Shop

351 Matlock Rd

Specific Use Permit for an eating establishment with a drive-through beverage service.

approved · still approved

economic development incentives

The city is looking at ways to make it easier for businesses to open and stay in historic downtown. This includes new grants for building improvements and help for small businesses to get established.

What it means: Local business owners, property owners in the historic district, and residents who want a more vibrant downtown.

city finances

The city is proposing a budget that keeps the tax rate steady while providing tax relief through a 20% homestead exemption.

What it means: Homeowners will see a tax savings of approximately $222 on the median taxable homestead.

public health

Texas Tech is opening a nursing school in Mansfield, which will help train local healthcare workers and boost the city's innovation district.

What it means: Mansfield students and the local healthcare sector.

Departmental Operations and Metrics

The board is looking at how to better manage and grow the museum's impact over the coming years. This plan will guide future exhibits and community events.

What it means: Mansfield residents who enjoy local history and community programming.