Agenda PacketCITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Paris shall meet in regular session
at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, September 8, 2025. The meeting will be held at the City Council
Chamber, 107 E. Kaufman Street, in Paris, Texas. One or all Council Members may be
attending remotely by audio and/or video conference, but the feed will be available to the
public during the meeting. If the meeting is live streamed, it will be available at
httlas://l)aristexas. ,ov/l�ubli,c. The matters to be discussed and acted upon are as follows::
Opening Agenda
1. Call meeting to order.
2. Invocation.
3. United States Pledge of Allegiance & Texas Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Citizens' forum.
(Persons desiring to address the Council must limit their presentation to no more than two
minutes, and remarks must be limited to matters of city business. Speakers will not be
allowed to cede speaking time to others. Unless an item is posted on the Agenda, the Texas
Open Meetings Act prohibits the Council from responding to any comments other than to
refer the matter to a,future agenda, to an existing policy, or to a staffperson with specific
factual information. Claims against the City, Council Members, or employees, including
but not limited to claims in pending litigation, as well as individual personal appeals are
not appropriate for citizens',forum.)
ff necessary, the City Council may convene into Executive Session under Chapter 55I of
the Texas Government Code regarding any item on this agenda.
Consent Agenda
Items on the Consent Agenda are approved by a single action of the Council, with such approval applicable
to all items appearing on the Consent Agenda. A Council Member may request any item to be removed from
the Consent Agenda and considered as a separate item.
5. Approve minutes from the meetings of (8-12-2025, 8-21-2025 Joint with TIRZ Board &
8-25-2025).
6. Receive reports and/or minutes from the following boards and commissions:
a. Historic Preservation Commission (2-12-2025 & 6-11-2025)
b. Paris Visitors & Convention Council (6-16-2025)
c. Building & Standards Commission (7-21-2025)
Regular Agenda
7, Conduct a public hearing on the City's proposed tax rate for FY 2025-2026.
8. Conduct a public hearing on the City Manager's proposed budget for FY 2025-2026.
9. Discuss and act on an Ordinance adopting a budget for the ensuing fiscal period beginning
October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026.
10. Discuss and act on a Resolution approving an Economic Development and Residential Tax
Abatement Agreement under the 5 in 5 Housing Infill Development Program as requested
by Palma Holdings, LLC to build single-family dwellings, up to a total of ten separate
units.
11. Receive a presentation from Celso Arrieta about the IT Department.
12. Receive a presentation from Jason Dyess about the EMS Department.
13. Discuss and act on an Resolution granting Atmos an increase in revenues as recommended
by the Atmos Cities Steering Committee.
14. Consider and approve future events for City Council and/or City Staff pursuant to
Resolution No. 2004-081.
15. Adjournment.
Certification
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board in the City Hall Annex, 150 First
St. SE, Paris, Texas and on the City's website at www.paristexas.gov, no later than 5:30 p.m. on September
2, 2025.
Janice Ellis, City Clerk
S necial Accommodations
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for special
accommodations or interpretive services must be made forty-eight (48) hours prior to this meeting. Please
contact Janice Ellis at (903) 784-9248 orjellis@paristexas.gov for assistance.
Item No. 5
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING
OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
August 12, 2025
The City Council of the City of Paris met for a workshop session at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday,
August 12, 2025, at the City Council Chamber, 107 Kaufman Street, Paris, Texas.
Present: Mayor: Mihir Pankaj
Mayor Pro -Tem: Gary Savage
Council Members: Rebecca Norment, and Alix Putnam
City Staff: Rose Beverly, City Manager; Stephanie Harris,
City Attorney; Skylar Unger, Deputy City Clerk;
Osei Amo-Mensah, Director of Planning &
Community Director; and Duke McGee, Building
Official
Absent: Council Members: Shatara Moore, Mickey Ellis, and Tracy Attebury
Call meeting to order.
Mayor Pankaj called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
2. Discuss Mobile Home/Manufactured Housing Ordinance.
Building Official Duke McGee discussed the differences between mobile homes,
manufactured homes, modular homes, recreational vehicles, and tiny homes, as well as the
creation of parks to allow these structures. City Attorney Stephanie Harris explained new laws
would take effect September 1, 2026, which is why this was being discussed. Mr. McGee said
completion of the PDC would be of tremendous help.
3. Discuss funding of the Comprehensive, Parks Master Plan, and Strategic Planning.
City Manager Rose Beverly stated she was planning to issue RFP/RFA's for these items.
Following discussion, it was decided to not move forward until some other pressing issues were
resolved in the City.
4. Discuss procedures of employee evaluations for the Municipal Judge, the City Manager,
and the City Attorney.
Mayor Pankaj stated the process for evaluations had changed over the years. City
Council discussed different options and decided to do more of a "goal setting" as opposed to
evaluations.
Workshop Meeting
August 12, 2025
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Adjournment.
There being no further business, Mayor Pankaj adjourned the meeting at 7:06 p.m.
MIHIR PANKAJ, MAYOR
SKYLAR UNGER, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
MINUTES OF THE JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND TAX INCREMENT
REINVESTMENT ZONE (TIRZ) NO. 1 BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
August 21, 2025
The City Council and the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Board of
Directors of the City of Paris met for a special session at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 21, 2025
at the City Council Chamber, 107 E. Kaufman Street, Paris, Texas.
Present: Mayor: Mihir Pankaj
Mayor Pro -Tem: Gary Savage
Council Members: Rebecca Norment, Alix Putnam, Tracy Attebury
City Staff. Rose Beverly, City Manager; Stephanie Harris, City
Attorney; Skylar Unger, Deputy City Clerk; Cheri
Bedford, Main Street Coordinator
Absent: Council Member: Shatara Moore, Mickey Ellis
Present: TIRZ Board: Miles Mathieu, Reeves Hayter, Maureen Hammond,
Pam Norwood
Absent: TIRZ Board: Cody Head, Dillon Cecil, Brad Archer
1. Call meeting to order.
Mayor Pankaj and Board Vice -Chairman Mathieu called the meeting to order at 5:09 p.m.
2. Citizens' Forum.
No one spoke during citizens' forum.
3. Discussion with Chris Lambka from Chris Lambka & Associates regarding the Paris
Toole Plan.
Chris Lambka of Chris Lambka & Associates provided a presentation regarding his
firm's work in Denison and offered observations on the Toole plan. He stated that the plan is
well thought out, fitting for the community, and grounded in truth. Mr. Lambka responded to
questions from Council and the TIRZ Board concerning TxDOT, drainage, parking, cost,
funding, and projected timelines. He emphasized the importance of downtown to the community
as a whole and presented the idea of the City engaging his firm to assist in implementing the
Toole plan.
4. Adjournment.
August 21, 2025
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There being no further business, Mayor Pankaj adjourned the City Council at 6:28 p.m.
Vice -Chairman Mathieu adjourned the TIRZ Board at 6:28 p.m.
MIHIR PANKAJ, MAYOR
JANICE ELLIS, CITY CLERK
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
August 25, 2025
The City Council of the City of Paris met for a regular session at 5:30 p.m. on Monday,
August 25, 2025, at the City Council Chamber, 107 E. Kaufman, Paris, Texas.
Present: Mayor: Mihir Pankaj
Council Members: Rebecca Norment, Alix Putnam, Mickey Ellis, and
Tracy Attebury
City Staff. Rose Beverly, City Manager; Stephanie Harris,
City Attorney; Janice Ellis, City Clerk; Rich Salter,
Police Chief, Michel Sorrell, Interim Finance
Director; Osei Amo-Mensah, Director of Planning
& Community Development; Todd Mittge, City
Engineer; M.A. Smith, Director of Public Works;
Thomas McMonigle, Fire Chief; Danny Rowell,
Utilities Director; Celso Arrieta, IT Manager; and
Clyde Crews, Fire Marshal
Absent: Mayor Pro -Tem: Gary Savage
Council Member: Shatara Moore
Opening A Benda
Call meeting to order.
Mayor Pankaj called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
2. Invocation.
Gene Anderson gave the invocation.
3. United States Pledge of Allegiance & Texas Pledge of Allegiance.
City Council led the United States Pledge of Allegiance and the Texas Pledge of
Allegiance.
4. Citizens' forum.
Jana, Carla and Janet of Baby Gunn's Animal Rescue — explained that Baby Gunn's had
been helping adopt animals from the animal shelter for some time and if allowed to have a desk
at the shelter, they could do more through videos of the animals. Carla also said they had started
a feral cat program and had a vet coming in September to spay/neuter feral cats and planned to
do 100 cats that day.
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August 25, 2025
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City Clerk Janice Ellis — informed everyone of the Hatch Chili Festival on Saturday
beginning at 8:00 a.m. at the Farmer's Market.
Consent A Benda
Mayor Pankaj said that the city engineer asked that item 15 be pulled as it was not
approved by P&Z as a replat. Mayor Pankaj inquired of Council Members if they wished to pull
any additional items from the consent agenda for discussion. There being none, with the
exception of item 15, a Motion to approve the consent agenda was made by Council Member
Ellis and seconded by Council Member Norment. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays.
5. Approve minutes from the meeting of August 11, 2025.
6. Receive reports and/or minutes from the following boards and commissions:
a. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Board (7-10-2025)
b. Main Street Advisory Board (7-8-2025)
c. Paris Economic Development Corporation (7-15-2025)
7. Receive June monthly financial report.
8. Receive Love Civic Center and the Visitors & Convention Council's Approved Plan of
Work for FY 2025-2026.
9. Receive Love Civic Center and the Visitors & Convention Council's Approved Budgets
for FY 2025-2026.
10. Re -appoint Tom Hunt as the municipal court judge and Don Biard as the associate
municipal court judge for the City of Paris.
11. Approve the Final Plat of the El Aguilar Addition CB 52, Lot 1, Block A, LCAD 142240,
vacant lot on NW 7t"
12. Approve the Final Plat of the Cultiv8 Community E. Houston Street Addition, CB 3213,
Lot 1, Block A, LCAD 13830, 1025 E. Houston St.
13. Approve the Final Plat of the Cultiv8 Community NE Addition, CB 269, Lot 1, Block A,
LCAD 18376, 1351 N.E. 12t' St.
14. Approve the Final Plat of the Cultiv8 Community 17t" NE Addition, Lot 1, Block A,
LCAD 14733, 513 17t" NE.
15. Approve the Replat of the Restlawn Cemetery 306-c, 5 & 6 Addition, LCAD 50110,
4190 N. Main Street.
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August 25, 2025
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Regular Agenda
16. Discuss, conduct a public hearing and act on an Ordinance regarding the petition of Paul
Stoll of Plan Z Developments LLC for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Low
Density (Residential (LDR) to Retail (R) on part of LCAD 18277 (5.97 acres). Legal
Description: City of Paris, Block 259, Lot PT of 14, N. Collegiate Dr. & Pine Mill Rd.
Director of Planning & Community Development Osei Amo-Mensah said the applicant
and owner Paul Stoll was seeking an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan being low density
residential to retail for future land use of the property. He said a portion of the 5.97 acres was
currently zoned One -Family Dwelling District and explained there were several zoning change
requests that applied to the same and adjoining properties. Mr. Amo-Mensah said this was
approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Mayor Pankaj opened the public hearing and asked for those who wished to speak on this
item, to please come forward.
Mary Hart, 3095 Briarwood Dr. — she said there were 55 commercial properties in Paris
that were empty. She expressed concern about increased traffic in their neighborhood, safety of
the children and an increase in noise level. Steve Ekstrom, 725 Medalist — he said no one thought
about what it would do by putting commercial in a residential area when 22 years ago this began.
He also said there were 92 homes in the Spring Lake Division which was approved 45 years ago
and there was not supposed to be commercial around there. Wanda Stephens, 915 Fairway — she
said they wanted houses and not commercial.
With no one else speaking, Mayor Pankaj closed the public hearing. Council Member
Ellis said he would like to see what happened 45 years ago and asked if there were any kind
studies on pollution or traffic. Mr. Amo-Mensah said they were going to rely heavily on buffers.
Council Member Norment asked about buffers. He said they were fences and/or shrubs. Mayor
Pankaj said citizens had expressed concern and there were thirty-one oppositions. Council
Member Norment inquired if there was a planned road. City Engineer Todd Mittge said the road
would be closed off and commercial traffic would not go through the neighborhood. Council
Member Ellis expressed concern about the houses behind Ashley Furniture and the drop off. Mr.
Mittge said staff wanted to limit light pollution. Council Member Ellis asked if they could table
this because it was more confusing.
Owner/applicant Paul Stoll spoke and said it was not their intention to diminish the
property value and there would be a gentle slope from the property and a six foot fence. He said
the traffic flow would be decreased in the neighborhood. Council Member Norment inquired if
it were possible to build homes on the property. Mr. Stoll said it could be done but would be
difficult because of the elevation. Mayor Pankaj inquired of Mr. Mittge about the best plan for
drainage and Mr. Mittge explained engineer stream design and they hoped to use a new ditch
line technique. Council Member Putnam confirmed there would be no cut through road through
Springlake. She said having thirty people oppose this was concerning and she was not
comfortable with approving it.
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It was a consensus of City Council for staff to get together with the property owner and
neighborhood citizens for a meeting to see if they could work this out. Mayor Pankaj said he
thought TxDOT should be included.
Following additional discussion, a Motion to deny this item was made by Council
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Council Member Ellis and Council Member Attebury casting the dissenting votes.
A Motion to table this item was made by Council Member Attebury and seconded by
Council Member Ellis. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays.
17. Discuss, conduct a public hearing and act on an Ordinance regarding the petition of Paul
Stoll of Plan Z Developments LLC for a Zoning Change from a One -Family Dwelling
No. 2 (SF2) to Commercial (C) on part of LCAD 18277 (5.97 acres). Legal Description:
City of Paris, Block 259, Lot PT of 14, N. Collegiate Dr. & Pine Mill Rd.
Mr. Amo-Mensah said this was a part of item 16 and 18.
A Motion to table this item was made by Council member Norment and seconded by
Council Member Attebury. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays.
118. Discuss, conduct a public hearing and act on an Ordinance regarding the petition of Paul
Stoll of Plan Z Developments LLC for a Zoning Change from Planned Development
(PD) to Commercial (C) on LCAD 121806 (8.12 acres). Legal Description: Paris Towne
Crossing Addition, Block 1, Lot 6B, N Collegiate Dr & Pine Mill Rd.
Mayor Pankaj opened the public hearing and asked for those who wished to speak on this
item, to please come forward.
Steve Ekstrom — he said several years ago they presented a petition and referenced
property sold out of the HWH trust and since then, the property had been strip mined which was
illegal. Wanda Stephens, 915 Fairway — she asked Council to please come down Fairway and
look at their alley and how tight it already was.
A Motion to table this item was made by Council Member Norment and seconded by
Council Member Ellis. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays.
19. Receive presentation from Thomas MeMonigle about the Fire Department.
Fire Chief Thomas McMonigle gave a presentation about the fire department, which
included reporting on fire department status, addressing concerns on social media and the
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challenge of recruitment and retention of firefighters. He reported that a survey revealed
communication gaps in the fire departments and message boards at stations had been installed
for better information flow and positive feedback had been received regarding communication
improvements. He said firefighters desired to change the work schedule from 24/28 to 48/96 and
they would be sitting down to discuss this. Chief McMonigle addressed the fire apparatus status
and squad response for medical calls. Following the presentation, Chief McMonigle answered
questions from City Council.
20. Discuss and act on RESOLUTION NO. 2025-039: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE OF PARIS, TEXAS, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR
SEPTEMBER 8, 2025, ON THE CITY MANAGER'S PROPOSED BUDGET FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.
Interim Finance Director Gene Anderson said a public hearing on the proposed city
budget was required by Section 48 of the City Charter and Section 102.006 of the Local
Government. He said the resolution called for a public hearing on September 8, 2025.
A Motion to approve this item was made by Council Member Ellis and seconded by
Council Member Norment. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays.
21. Discuss and act on RESOLUTION NO. 2025-040: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS, CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING TO
RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE CITY'S PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX
RATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.
Mr. Anderson said a public hearing was required on the proposed City tax rate pursuant
to Chapter 26 of the Texas Tax Doe. He also said the resolution called for a hearing on
September 8, 2025, with an adoption of the rate on September 9"'.
A Motion to approve this item was made by Council Member Putnam and seconded by
Council Member Attebury. Motion carried, 5 ayes — 0 nays.
22. Consider and approve future events for City Council and/or City Staff pursuant to
Resolution No. 2004-081.
There was no reference of future events.
23. Adjournment.
There being no further business, a Motion to adjourn was made by Council Member Ellis
and seconded by Council Member Nonnent. Motion carried, 5 ayes - 0 nays. Mayor Pankaj
adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m.
MIHIR PANKAJ, MAYOR
JANICE ELLIS, CITY CLERK
Item No. 6
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
107 E KAUFMAN ST
PARIS TEXAS 75460
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12 2025
4:00 P.M.
COMMISSION MEMBER:
Glee Emmite
Matthew Coyle
Linda Knox
Tracy Dougherty
Roxann Hadley
Kelsey Turk
Millicent Kee
CITY REPRESENTATIVES:
Duke McGee, HPO Staff Liaison
Rose Beverly, City Manager
GUESTS:
David Richards
David Chase
Walt Reep
Jason & Whitney Boehlar
Barbara Wilson
Cheri Bedford
1. Call meeting to order -Chairman
The Meeting was called to order at 4 P.M.
2. Citizens forum
ABSENT:
Jessica Holtman
Ryan Matthews
No one came forth to speak during the Citizen's Forum
3. Review and approve January 08, 2025, regular meeting minutes -Chair
A motion was made by Commissioner Dougherty, seconded by Commissioner Emmite, to
approve the regular meeting minutes. Motion carried. Ayes 7; Nays 0
4. Discussion and possible action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness application
for property located in HD 1 -Downtown Historic District -400 SW 1 St, City of Paris
A. A pergola will be added to the open area of the Farmer's Market. This will serve as
a covered area for musicians and other outside performers.
B. CoA # (25-000005)
A motion was made by Commissioner Dougherty, seconded by Commissioner Emmite, to
approve the CoA for a pergola at the Farmers Market. Motion carried. Ayes 7; Nays 0
5. Discussion and possible action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness for property
located in the HD -2 Church Street Historic District -833 S Church Street. — David Richards.
A. Adding an Accessory Building to residence. Property ID #16581 & 16586 platted into
one lot and approved final on file with City. Building to match exterior finish of house
as listed in notes on plans. Garage to face East and driveway to enter from 3rd S.E.
B. CoA # (24-000063)
A motion was made by Commissioner Dougherty, seconded by Commissioner Turk, to
approve the CoA for an accessory structure (garage) at 833 S Main ST. Motion carried.
Ayes 7; Nays 0
6. Discussion and possible action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness for property
located in the HD -2 Church Street Historic District -136 & 138 Clarksville Street. — Ludwick
Building.
A. Originally constructed in 1916 as the Ludwick Grocery and located in the Paris
Historic District in Paris, TX. Though quite simple, the Ludwick Grocery Building
with its elegant details is an important character -defining contributing feature of Paris'
Downtown. While the metal panels previously attached to the exterior rendered the
building non-contributing when the district was formed, the panels appear to have
preserved the beauty of the building. The building is to be restored to its original
exterior appearance and will retain its function as a restaurant under a new owner.
B. CoA # (24-000062)
A motion was made by Commissioner Turk, seconded by Commissioner Kee, to approve the
CoA for restoration of the Ludwick Grocery Building located at 136 & 138 Clarksville ST.
Motion carried. Ayes 7; Nays 0
7. Discussion and possible action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness for property
located in the HD -2 Church Street Historic District -528 S Main Street. — David Chase.
A. Originally constructed in 1921, the J.J. Culbertson House, located in the Church Street
Historic District in Paris, TX is the district's best representation of early 20th century
Prairie School architectural style and is under consideration for a certified
rehabilitation using state and federal rehabilitation tax credits.
B. CoA # (24-000061)
A motion was made by Commissioner Dougherty, seconded by Commissioner Turk, to
approve the CoA for rehabilitation of the property located 523 S Main ST. Motion carried.
Ayes 7; Nays 0
8. Discussion and possible action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness application
for property located in HD 1 -Downtown Historic District -122 Bonham, Jason Boehlar
A. Previous CoA (24-000060) was to remove metal/tin from windows and awnings to see
if it was salvageable. The awning however is deteriorating and rotted. The scope of
work would be to remove the current awning and replace with new material.
B. CoA # (25-000003)
A motion was made by Commissioner Emmite, seconded by Commissioner Dougherty, to
approve the CoA for the awning repair at 122 Bonham ST. Motion carried. Ayes 7; Nays 0
9. --CONSENT AGENDA
[Items appearing on this consent agenda may be approved by a single vote of the
Commission, with such approval applicable to all items appearing on said agenda. If any
Commission member desires to discuss and consider separately any item appearing on the
consent agenda, that Commission member may do so by requesting that the item be
removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item.]
Discussion and possible action regarding the following structures considered by code
inspectors to be in violation of Article III of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City
of Paris, Paris, Texas, entitled "Substandard and Dangerous Buildings and Structures," to
determine whether such buildins or structures can be rehabilitated,,and desioated on the
National Register of Historic Places,,,as a recorded Texas HIT _istoric Landmark or as historic
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A. No new Items this Month
10. Coordinators Report
Paris Brewery will be highlighted in Real Places.
11. Future Agenda Items
Gibbon's House Committee, there is no current prospect for buyer as all others have
fallen through. An attempt will be made to research and explore possible deconstruction
opportunities for historic properties.
Adjournment.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:32 P.M. on a motion by Commissioner Emmite,
seconded by Commissioner Turk. Motion carried. Ayes 7; Nays 0
Ryan Matthews, Chairman
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
107 E KAUFMAN ST
PARIS TEXAS 75460
WEDNESDAY JUNE 11 2025
4:00 P.M.
COMMISSION MEMBER:
Glee Emmite
Tracy Dougherty
Linda Knox
Kelsey Turk
Ryan Matthews
Millicent Kee
CITY REPRESENTATIVES:
ABSENT:
Jessica Holtman
Matthew Coyle
Roxann Hadley
Duke McGee, HPO Staff Liaison
Osei Amo-Mensah, Director of Planning and Community Development
GUESTS:
Chelsea Burnett, Paris House
1. Call meeting to order -Chairman
The Meeting was called to order at: 4:04 P.M.
2. Citizens forum
No one came forth to speak during the Citizen's Forum
3. Review and approve April 28, 2025, special meeting minutes -Chair
There were no minutes available to approve.
4. Discussion and Possible action on the following applications for property located in the HD-1 Downtown
Historic District — No address provided.
A. Install Side Alley Door
B. CoA (25-000020)
A motion was made by Commissioner Emmite, seconded by Commissioner Turk to deny the CoA for a side
alley door due to an incomplete application and failure of applicant to appear before the Commission. Motion
carried. Ayes 6; Nays 0
5. Discussion and possible action on the following Certificate of Appropriateness for property located in the
HD -2 Church Street Historic District — 960 S Main Street — Benita Woods
A. Adding Storage Building to property with MEPS.
B. CoA (25-000046)
A motion was made by Commissioner Emmite, seconded by Commissioner Kee to deny the CoA for an
accessory structure at 960 South Main Street due to an incomplete application and failure of applicant to appear
before the Commission. Motion carried. Ayes 6; Nays 0
6. Discussion on expired Certificate of Appropriateness for 7 East Plaza.
Chelsea Burnett representing the Paris House appeared before the Commission asking for support of the
project stating that the owners are wishing to make the building updates as originally outlined in the original
CoA. The Commission advised that a resubmittal of the CoA be made following a meeting with HPO
McGee. The initial CoA was closed out due to exceeding the time limit.
7. —CONSENT AGENDA ---
[Items appearing on this consent agenda may be approved by a single vote of the Commission, with such
approval applicable to all items appearing on said agenda. If any Commission member desires to discuss
and consider separately any item appearing on the consent agenda, that Commission member may do so
by requesting that the item be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item.]
Discussion and possible action regarding the following structures considered by code inspectors to be in
violation of Article III of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Paris, Paris, Texas, entitled
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Substandard and Dangerous Buildings Structures, to determine whether such buildings or structures,
Register laces, as a recorded Texas Historic
can be rehabilitated and designated on the National Re ester of Historic P
Land)roperty as desi gated by the City Councilofthe City of Paris.
There were no structures to review.
8. Coordinator's Report
There was no report for the month.
9. Future Agenda Items
This was the last meeting for term limited members. There are no new applications for this Commission except
for Commissioner Kee's.
9. Adjournment.
A motion was made by Commissioner Emmite, seconded by Commissioner Dougherty, to adjourn
the meeting at 4:19 P.M. Motion Carried. Ayes 6, Nayes 0
Ryan Matthews, HPC Chairman
MINUTES OF THE PARIS VISITORS AND CONVENTION COUNCIL MEETING
OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
June 16, 2025
The Paris Visitors and Convention Council of the City of Paris met for a regular session at 4:00
p.m. on June 16, 2025, at the Lamar County Chamber of Commerce board room, 8 West Plaza, Paris, TX.
Present: Board Members: Chadlee Johnston, Brandon Kellum, Thomas McMonigle, Eric Guillot,
Bradley Hilliard, Anwar Scott, Kristie Hearne, Lindsey Bounds, Denise Moffitt, and Lindsay Thorns.
City Representatives: None.
Absent: Board Members: Misty Halcomb, Bud Mistry, Monica Clement, Paul Strunc, Cody Head
1. Call meeting to order.
Chadlee Johnston called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
Citizens' Forum. No one present.
3. Approve minutes from the meeting of May 2025. A motion to approve was made by Brad
Hilliard, seconded by Eric Guillot. Motion carried. 9 ayes, 0 nays.
4. Receive financial report of May 2025, by Denise Moffitt. A motion to approve was made by
Thomas McMonigle, seconded by Brandon Kellum. Motion carried. 9 ayes. 0 nays.
Discuss and act on funding request for Texas ASA Federation State Championship on July 26-27,
2025. Based on the scoring criteria a motion to approve $2200 was made by Eric Guillot, seconded
by Brad Hilliard. Motion carried. 9 ayes. 0 nays.
Discuss and act on funding request for 66th Paris Rodeo on August 7-9, 2025. Based on the scoring
criteria a motion to approve $1575 was made by Eric Guillot, seconded by Thomas McMonigle.
Motion carried. 9 ayes. 0 nays.
Discuss and act on funding request for Red River Valley Fair on September 23-27, 2025. Based
on the scoring criteria a motion to approve $1725 was made by Brad Hilliard, seconded by Brandon
Kellum. Motion carried. 9 ayes. 0 nays.
Karen Dougherty stated that the Highway Sale, PTX Con and Car show were all a success. 903
Sun Sets is going strong.
9. Paul Allen stated that we have representatives from Paris, Arkansas coming and we will be
entertaining them.
10. Adjourn.
There being no further business, A Motion to adjourn was made by Board Member Eric
Guillot, seconded by Board Member Brad Hilliard. Motion carried, ....__,,.. 9 ayes — 0 nays.
Chadlee Johnston, Chair, adjourned the meeting at 4:10 p.m.
MINUTES OF THE BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION MEETING
OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
July 21, 2025
The Building and Standards Commission of the City of Paris met for a regular session at 3:00 p.m.
on Monday, July 21, 2025, at the City of Paris Council Chambers, 107 E. Kaufman St., Paris,
TX 75460.
Present: Board Members:
Absent:
City Representatives
1. Call meeting to order.
A.W. "Plug" Clem
Chris Dux
Angie Briscoe
Alexander Moore
Kim Walker
Cade Oats — Assistant Fire Marshal
Robert Talley — Code Enforcement Supervisor
Jacie Brown — Code Enforcement
Elisabeth Payne — Code Enforcement
Kim Walker, Vice Chair, called the meeting to order at 3:04p.m.
2. Approve minutes from the meeting of June 16, 2025.
A Motion was made by Chris Dux, seconded by Alex Moore, to approve minutes.
Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
3. Public Hearing to consider presentations by City of Paris Code Inspectors and owner(s)
and/or lien holder(s) of the below properties who have been given notice of a violation of
Chapter 4, Article 4.03 entitled "Substandard and Dangerous Buildings and Structures;"
Chapter 7, Article 7.04 entitled "Weeds, Junk, and Other Objectionable, Unsightly, or
Unsanitary Matter on Private Premises;" Chapter 8, Article 8.10 entitled "Outdoor
Storage;" Code of Ordinances of the City of Paris, Paris, TX:
Building and Standards Meeting
July 21, 2025
Page 2
A. 1551 Graham St; City of Paris, Block 191, Lot 15
Owner: Corey & Shannon Haskell; 1551 Graham St, TX 75460
Robert Talley stated the structure has holes in the roof and floors, foundation damage,
rotted exterior baseboards, and the windows are busted out. The doors were secured
but the back door has been busted in again. There is junk and rubbish throughout
property.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, demolition of structure
and removal of junk and rubbish within 30 days, vacate within 30 days or the
city has the right to do so.
Motion made by Chris Dux, seconded by, Angie Briscoe, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
B. 1005 W Cherry; City of Paris, Block 51-A, Lot 3
Owner: Curtis Fulbright Estate; C/O Pam Russell 4105 Castlegate, Paris, TX
75460
Robert Talley stated there has been no contact with the owner and it shows that the
owners owe over $20,000.00 in back taxes. The structure has holes in the floor, holes
in the wall caused by foundation damage, holes in the roof, broken windows, and it
is an unsecure structure.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, demolition of structure
within 30 days, vacate within 30 days or the city has the right to do so.
Motion made by Chris Dux, seconded by Kim Walker, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
C. 2715 NW 19th; City of Paris, Block 323, Lot 21
Owner: Ronnie & Dean Aubrey; C/O Donna Musick 2715 19" NW, Paris, TX
75460
Robert Talley stated the property owner has signed a Right of Indemnification order
but did not specify junk and rubbish. Owner states brother resides on the property.
There is a partially burnt structure located at this property along with junk and rubbish
such as tires, scrap metal, trash, a toilet and other scattered items.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, demolition of structure
within 30 days, remove junk and rubbish, or the city has the right to do so.
Motion made by Chris Dux, seconded by Angie Briscoe, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
Building and Standards Meeting
July 21, 2025
Page 3
D. 306 SW 7th; City of Paris, Block 131, Lot 13
Owner: Fadel Homes LLC; 2416 Creekcove Dr, Plano, TX 75074
Robert Talley stated the structure had recently caught fire which caused smoke
damage, electrical damage, and roof damage on the rear side of the structure.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, repair within 90 days,
or this will be brought back to the commission.
Motion made by Chris Dux, seconded by Alexander Moore, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
E. 1118 Fitzhugh; Fitzhugh Addition, Block 1, Lot 6
Owner: Carlton Cooper; 646 Fitzhugh, Paris, TX 75460
Robert Talley stated this property has three different structures on it. The property
owners owe back taxes over $19,000.00. The owners have previously pulled
permits several times but have never followed through with the repairs.
Structure A has a collapsed roof, damaged roof, holes in the floor, and is
unsecure. This had a permit but there were never any inspections and has now
expired.
Structure B the owner has stated he would like to repair this structure. There are
no holes in the roof, the foundation has some damage, and the structure is secure.
Structure C Robert Talley stated that the structure is unsecure, holes inside the
roof, and has foundation damage.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, demolition of structure
A and C within 30 days, or the city has the right to do so; repair structure B
within 90 days or will be brought back to commission.
Motion made by Chris Dux, seconded by Kim Walker, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
F. Fitzhugh Addition; City of Paris, Block 1, Lot 5
Owner: Carlton Cooper; 646 Fitzhugh, Paris, TX 75460
Robert Talley stated the following about each structure:
Structure C — Robert Talley stated the structure has holes in the roof, foundation
damage, and it is sinking.
Structure B — Robert Talley stated that the structure is secure, needs siding as well
as foundation and roof work.
Building and Standards Meeting
July 21, 2025
Page 4
Structure A — Robert Talley stated that the structure is secure, has a good roof
structure, needs siding, and has some small rot but not major.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, demolition of structure
C within 30 days, or the city has the right to do so; repair structure A and B
within 90 days or will be brought back to commission.
Motion made by Chris Dux, seconded by Alexander Moore, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
G. 1138 Fitzhugh; Fitzhugh Addition, Block 1, Lot 4
Owner: Carlton Cooper; 646 Fitzhugh, Paris, TX 75460
Robert Talley stated this structure needs foundation work but it has a new roof.
Owner plans to repair this structure.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, repair structure within
90 days or will be brought back to commission.
Motion made by Kim Walker, seconded by Angie Briscoe, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
H. 1150 Fitzhugh; City of Paris, Block 1, Lot 3
Owner: Carlton Cooper; 646 Fitzhugh, Paris, TX 75460
Robert Talley stated this structure has roof damage, the ceiling and walls have
collapsed, it is unsecure, and the foundation is sinking.
Robert Talley's recommendation: Declare a nuisance, demolition of structure
within 30 days, or the city has the right to do so.
Motion made by Chris Dux, seconded by Angie Briscoe, to follow staff
recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
4. Adjournment.
There being no further business, a
at 3:46p.m.
.1r,
Item No. 7
Memorandum
TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro -Tem & City Council
Rose Beverly, City Manager
FROM: Gene Anderson, Interim Finance Director
SUBJECT: CALLING PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2025-26 TAX RATE
DATE: September 8, 2025
BACKGROUND: A public hearing on the proposed City tax rate is required by Chapter 26 of the
Texas Tax Code. The proposed tax rate was discussed by the City Council during its August I I"
Council meeting.
STATUS OF ISSUE: The City Council needs to conduct a public hearing on the 2025-26
proposed City tax rate on September 8, 2025. A legal notice of the public hearing has been
published in the Paris News. A copy of the proposed property tax rate can be found on the City
website.
BUDGET: N/A
RECOMMENDATION: Conduct the public hearing on the proposed 2025-26 City tax rate.
Item No. 8
TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro -Tem & City Council
Rose Beverly, City Manager
FROM: Gene Anderson, Interim Finance Director
SUBJECT: CONDUCTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2025-26 BUDGET
DATE: September 8, 2025
BACKGROUND: A public hearing on the proposed City budget is required by Section 48 of the
City Charter and Section 102.006 of the Local Government Code. The proposed budget was filed
with the City Clerk on July 28, 2025. A legal notice advertising the public hearing was published
in the Paris News. A copy of the proposed budget was placed on the City website.
STATUS OF ISSUE: The City Council needs to conduct a public hearing on the 2025-26 City
budget on September 8, 2025.
BUDGET: N/A
RECOMMENDATION: Conduct the public hearing on the proposed 2025-26 City budget on
September 8, 2025.
Item No. 9
Memorandum
TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro -Tem & City Council
Rose Beverly, City Manager
FROM: Gene Anderson, Interim Finance Director
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE PROPOSED 2025-26 CITY BUDGET
DATE: September 8, 2025
BACKGROUND: The proposed 2025-26 City budget was filed with the City Clerk on July 28"'
and presented to the City Council on August 1 Ith. This budget ordinance summarizes revenues
and expenses for all budgeted city funds and departments. It also provides for certain transfers to
be made between various city funds.
STATUS OF ISSUE: The proposed City budget has been reviewed by the City Council, and a
public hearing was held in accordance with City charter requirements. The proposed budget now
awaits the City Council's formal adoption through this ordinance.
BUDGET: N/A
RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve the 2025-26 City budget ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS,
ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE ENSUING FISCAL PERIOD BEGINNING
OCTOBER. 1, 2025 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF PARIS; APPROPRIATING THE
VARIOUS AMOUNTS THEREOF; MAKING OTHER FINDINGS AND
PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE,
A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Manager of the City of Paris has submitted to the City Council a
proposed budget of the revenues of the City and the expenses of conducting the affairs thereof
and providing a complete financial plan for the ensuing fiscal period, beginning October 1,
2025, and ending September 30, 2026, and which said proposed budget has been compiled
from detailed information obtained from the several departments, divisions, and offices of the
City; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has received the City Manager's proposed budget, a copy of
which proposed budget, and all supporting schedules has been on file with the City Clerk of the
City of Paris, since July 28, 2025; and,
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on September 8, 2025 on the annual budget for
the City of Paris, Texas for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to allow proponents and opponents of the
Budget an opportunity to be heard as required by Article V, Section 48, of the Charter of the
City of Paris, Texas, and in accordance with Section 102.006(a) of the Local Government Code
of the State of Texas, and the City Council is of the opinion that said proposed budget, should
be approved and adopted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARIS, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the findings set out in the preamble to this ordinance are hereby in all
things approved and incorporated herein for all purposes.
Section 2. That the proposed budget of the revenues of the City of Paris and the
expenses of conducting the affairs thereof, providing a complete financial plan for the ensuing
fiscal period beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026, as submitted to the
City Council by the City Manager and as amended by the City Council, be, and the same is in all
things, approved, adopted, and incorporated herein by reference for all purposes as the budget
of all of the current expenses as well as the fixed charges against the City for the fiscal period
beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026.
Section 3. That the sum of $37,616,125.00 is hereby appropriated out of the General
Fund for the payment of operating expenses and capital outlay of the City Government as
follows:
GENERAL GOVERNMENT:
City Council
$
260,500.00
City Manager
$
938,785.00
City Attorney
$
414,432.00
Judicial
$
315,050.00
City Clerk
$
243,936.00
Sub -Total $ 2,172,703.00
FINANCE:
Accounting & Auditing $ 756,254.00
Sub -Total $ 756,254.00
EMERGENCY SERVICES:
Police $ 10,422,233.00
Fire $ 6,448,100.00
Emergency Medical Service $ 5,276,230.00
Sub -Total $ 22,146,563.00
PUBLIC WORKS:
Community Development
$
1,861,996.00
Engineering
$
734,301.00
Public Works
$
284,548.00
Parks & Recreation
$
1,568,891.00
Sanitation
$
1,817,309.00
Streets & Highways
$
1,450,880.00
Traffic & Public Lighting
$
544,100.00
Garage
$
457,807.00
Sub -Total
$ 8,719,832.00
LIBRARY SERVICES:
Library $ 909,586.00
Sub -Total $ 909,586.00
MISCELLANEOUS:
Paris Band Fund $ 23,050.00
General Expenses $ 2,838,137.00
Sub -Total $ 2,861,187.00
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CONTINGENT APPROPRIATION: $ 50,000.00
Grand Total $ 37,616,125.00
Section 4. That the sum of $4,418,034.00 is hereby appropriated out of the respective
Interest and Sinking Funds for the purpose of paying accrued interest and making the principal
payments on and creating the prescribed contingent and reserve funds for outstanding
General Obligation Bonded Indebtedness as follows:
G. 0. BONDS REQUIREMENTS:
General Obligation Bonds 2017
$
635,636.00
General Obligation Refunding
$
552,010.00
Bonds 2020
$
206,577.00
Tax Notes 2020
$
197,048.00
Tax & Revenue COs 2021
$
743,000.00
GO Refunding Bonds 2023
$
2,039,700.00
Tax Notes 2025
$
596,073.00
Total
$ 4,418,034.00
Section 5. That the sum of $22,014,746.00 based on the estimated Water and Sewer
Budget, is hereby authorized out of utility fund revenues for the payment of operating
expenses and capital outlay of Water and Sewer Utility Departments, as hereinafter
itemized:
WATER:
Warehouse $ 140,188.00
Billing & Collecting $ 3,309,037.00
Water Production $ 4,833,641.00
Water Distribution $ 1,968,567.00
Sub -Total $10,251,433.00
SEWER:
Sewer Maintenance $ 1,018,925.00
Waste Water Treatment $ 3,002,366.00
Lift Station $ 612,353.00
Contingency $ 178,593.00
Sub -Total $ 4,812,237.00
Total Operating Expense $ 15,063,670.00
REVENUE BOND REQUIREMENTS FOR DEBT SERVICE:
COs 2013 (TWDB)
$
169,278.00
G.O. Bonds 2016
$
552,010.00
G.O. Bonds 2018
$
140,300.00
Tax & Revenue COs 2021
$
1,078,275.00
Revenue Bonds 2022
$
1,807,688.00
GO Pension Bonds 2022
$
743,675.00
Tax & Rev COs 2024
$
2,459,850.00
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Total Bond Requirements $6,951,076.00
Grand Total $22,014,746.00
Section6. That the sum of $6,951,076.00 is hereby appropriated out of the Water a
Sewer Interest & Sinking Funds for the purpose of paying accrued interest and1 making 1
t
the prescribed contingent and reserve fund therefore.
Section 7. That the sum of $1,146,100.00 is hereby appropriated out of the Cox Field
Airport Fund for the payment of operating expenses and capital outlay of the Cox Field
Airport as follows:
Cox Field 1,146,100.00
Total $1,146,100.00
Section 8. That the sum of $39,177.00 is hereby appropriated out of the Capital
Projects Fund for payment of capital projects as hereby itemized:
City Council $ 25,000.00
Wastewater Treatment $ 14,177.00
Total $39,177.00
Section 9. That the sum of $ 584,330 is hereby appropriated out of the Special
Revenue Funds for payment of miscellaneous legally restricted fees and costs, as hereby
itemized:
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS: 584,330.00
Total
$ 584,330.00
Section 10. That the sum of $1,833,579.00 is hereby appropriated out of the Grant
Fund for payment of operating expenses and capital outlay as hereby itemized:
Council $ 370,000.00
Police $ 488,579.00
Community Development $ 75,000.00
Engineering $ 900,000.00
Streets $ 102,438.00
Total $ 1,833,579.00
Section 11. That the sum of $6,951,076.00 is hereby authorized to be transferred from
one city fund to another in accordance to the 2024-2025 Budget as hereby itemized:
INTERFUND TRANSFERS:
Water & Sewer Fund to I & S Funds $ 6,951,076.00
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Total $6,951,076.00
Section 12. That all provisions of the ordinances of the City of Paris, Texas in conflict
with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed, and all other provisions of the
ordinances of the City of Paris not in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall remain
in full force and effect.
Section 13. That the repeal of any ordinance or part of ordinances affected by the
enactment of this ordinance shall not be construed as abandoning any action now pending
under or by virtue of such ordinance or as discontinuing, abating, modifying, or altering any
penalty accruing or to accrue, or as affecting any rights of the municipality under any section
or provisions of any ordinance at the time of passage of this ordinance.
Section 14. That it is the intention of the City Council of the City of Paris that this
ordinance and every provision hereof, shall be considered severable, and the invalidity or
partial invalidity of any section, clause, or provisions of this ordinance shall not affect the
validity of any other portion of this ordinance.
Section 15. That this ordinance shall become effective after its passage and publication
as required by law.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL at a regular City Council meeting duly
called and held at the City Council Chamber, 107 E. Kaufman in the City of Paris on this the 8th
day of September, 2025.
Mihir Pankaj, Mayor
ATTEST:
Janice Ellis, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Stephanie H. Harris, City Attorney
Memorandum
TO: Mayor & City Council
Rose Beverly, City Manager
Agenda Item No. 10
FROM: Osei Amo-Mensah, Director, Planning & Community Development
SUBJECT: Economic Development and Residential Tax Abatement Agreement with Palma
Holdings, LLC.
DATE: September 8, 2025
BACKGROUND: The applicant Palma Holdings, LLC has applied for an Economic Development
and Residential Tax Abatement Agreement under the 5 in 5 Housing Infill Development Program
(the Program) to build Single -Family Dwellings, up to a total of 10 separate units.
The Name and Location of the Reinvestment Zone: 2025-1 encompassing the entirety of the
corporate limits of the City of Paris, Texas. Properties to be included in the abatement are:
• LCAD# 16775, City of Paris Block 174, Lot 14, 1016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr.
• LCAD# 10184, Belmont Addition Block 6, Lot 9, 1609 Fairfax.
• LCAD# 14306, City of Paris Block 57, Lot 4, 333 1st St. NE.
• LCAD# 14327, City of Paris Block 59, Lot 9, 354 2nd St. NE.
• LCAD# 14461, City of Paris Block 61, Lot 24, 445 6th St. NE.
• LCAD# 22009, Pickard Addition, Block 4, Lot 1-A, Grove St.
• LCAD# 19095, Pickard Addition, Block 2, Lots 4-A and 4-13, 769 Ash.
• LCAD# 20488 Washington Heights Addition, Block 4, Lot 14, East Henderson.
• LCAD# 15109, City of Paris Block 81, Lot 5, 513 4th St. NW.
• LCAD# 15311. City of Paris Block 90A, Lot 3, 632 4th St. NW.
STATUS OF ISSUE: Staff has reviewed the application and determined that the properties are
within the Program Area, and that the proposed improvements meet the criteria for the Program.
The proposed agreement, attached hereto, provides incentives under Chapter 380 of the Texas
Local Government Code relating to labor fees on water/sewer taps, building plan review, and
permitting as well as a residential tax abatement under the authority of Texas Tax Code Chapter
312. There are transfers of City of Paris trustee properties. All incentives are provided in the
Program guidelines and criteria. Notice of the Council's consideration of the tax abatement was
duly posted at least 30 days prior to this meeting as required by law.
BUDGET: The estimated cost of the Nature of the Improvement or Repairs: $1,500,000.00--
$1,900,000.00. Discounts on the fees are mentioned in the program guidelines as described above.
The tax abatement will have negligible budgetary impact as the abatement will apply only to the
incremental value to taxable value attributable to the required improvements on otherwise
undeveloped property.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution approving the attached 5 in 5 agreement with Palma
Holdings, LLC.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS,
TEXAS APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AND TAX ABATEMENT AGREEMENT
WITH PALMA HOLDINGS, LLC PURSUANT TO THE 5 IN 5 HOUSING
INFILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM; MAKING OTHER FINDINGS AND
PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; AND DECLARING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2025, the City Council of the City of Paris, Texas
passed Ordinance No. 2025-003 creating Reinvestment Zone 2025-1 and designating
certain areas inside the city limits to be eligible for the Residential Tax Abatement
Program; and
WHEREAS, after a public hearing on January 10, 2022, the City Council of the
City of Paris, Texas passed Resolution No. 2022-003 stating its intent to establish a 5
In 5 Housing In -Fill Development Program (hereinafter "the Program") including low
cost land sales and residential tax abatements and adopting guidelines and criteria
for the Program, which guidelines and criteria from time to time have been amended,
most recently on May 12, 2025 by Resolution No. 2025-025; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has, in said guidelines and criteria, designated an
area within Reinvestment Zone 2025-1 as being eligible for the Program; and
WHEREAS, on February 24, 2025, the City Council approved resolution 2025-
010 re -authorizing the City to become eligible to participate in residential tax
abatements and approving guidelines and criteria for the residential tax abatement
program; and
WHEREAS, the Program has additional criteria and guidelines for
participation therein, including criteria and guidelines for eligibility for residential
tax abatements; and
WHEREAS, Owner has submitted an application for a 5 In 5 Housing Infill
Development project to construct ten (10) single family homes on the properties
described herein below in Paris, Texas (hereinafter "Improvements"); and
WHEREAS, city staff has reviewed the application and the location of the
above described residential Improvements and has determined that the properties
are located within the boundaries of the defined geographic area and Reinvestment
Zone 2025-1 and meet the requirements for Improvements set forth in the guidelines
and criteria for the Program as set forth in City Resolution No. 2025-025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARIS, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. The findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby
in all things approved and are incorporated herein for all purposes.
Section 2. That the terms of the Economic Development Agreement and Tax
Abatement Agreement between the city and Palma Holdings, LLC and the property
the subject thereof meet the City's Guidelines and Criteria for Tax Abatement adopted
by the City of Paris by Resolution No. 2025-010 and will lead to the economic
development of the Program Area described in said Resolution No. 2025-025.
Section 3. That the terms and conditions of the proposed Agreement attached
hereto as Exhibit,, Q and incorporated herein by reference, having been reviewed by
the City Council of the City of Paris and found to be acceptable and in the best interests
of the City of Paris and its citizens, be, and the same are hereby, in all things approved.
Section 4. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement and
all other documents in connection therewith on behalf of the City of Paris
substantially according to the terms and conditions set forth in the Agreement
attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Section S. That the planned use of the property the subject of the tax
abatement will not constitute a hazard to public safety, health, or morals.
Section 6. That this approval and execution of the agreement on behalf of the
City is not conditioned upon approval and execution of any other tax abatement
agreement by any other taxing entity.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Paris, Texas at its
regular meeting on the 8th day of September, 2025.
Mihir Pankaj, Mayor
ATTEST:
Janice Ellis, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Stephanie H. Harris, City Attorney
Exhibit A
THE STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF LAMAR
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND RESIDENTIAL TAX ABATEMENT
AGREEMENT
This Economic Development and Residential Tax Abatement Agreement (hereinafter the
Agreement) is entered into by and between the CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS, a home rule
municipality situated in Lamar County, Texas, acting by and through its authorized officer whose
signature appears below (hereinafter called City), and PALMA HOLDINGS, LLC (hereinafter
referred to as Owner).
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2025, the City Council passed Ordinance No. 2025-003
creating Reinvestment Zone 2025-1, designating certain areas inside the city limits to be eligible
for the Residential Tax Abatement Program; and
WHEREAS, after a public hearing on January 10, 2022, the City Council of the City of
Paris, Texas passed Resolution No. 2022-003 stating its intent to establish a 5 In 5 Housing In -Fill
Development Program (hereinafter the Program) including low cost land sales and residential tax
abatements and adopting guidelines and criteria for the Program; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution 2022-003, City Council designated an area within
Reinvestment Zone 2025-1 (then known as Reinvestment Zone 2020-1) as being eligible for the
Program (the Program Area); and
WHEREAS, City Council has revised the guidelines and criteria for the Program and for
tax abatement agreements granted thereunder three times, the most recent revisions adopted by
Resolution 2025-025 on May 12, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Owner has submitted an application for a 5 In 5 Housing Infill Development
project to construct ten (10) single family homes (hereinafter the Improvements) at the properties
described herein below in Paris, Texas (the Properties); and
WHEREAS, city staff has reviewed the application and the location of the above described
residential Improvements and has determined that the Properties are located within the boundaries
of Reinvestment Zone 2025-1 and are within the defined geographic area of the Program Area,
and the application meets the requirements for Improvements set
forth in the Guidelines and Criteria for the 5 In 5 Housing Infill Development Program as set forth
in City Resolution No. 2025-025.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms and conditions referenced herein, and
other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby
acknowledged, the City, and Owner, (collectively referred to as Parties) hereby mutually agree as
follows:
I.
Recitals
1.1 The Recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated into this Agreement for all
purposes.
II.
Component Parts
2.1 This Agreement comprises two component parts, including an economic
development agreement pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 380 and a residential tax
abatement agreement pursuant to Texas Tax Code Section 312.
III.
Terms Applicable to both the Economic Development Agreement and the Residential Tax
Abatement Agreement:
A. The Properties—Areas to be Improved
3.1 The Improvements defined in section III B below and made the subject of this
Agreement shall be located on the Properties located in Paris, Lamar County, Texas more fully
described in Exhibit 1 attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, which Properties are
within Reinvestment Zone No. 2025-1 and within the area set forth in the Program:
• LCAD# 16775, City of Paris Block 174, Lot 14, 1016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr.
• LCAD# 10184, Belmont Addition Block 6, Lot 9, 1609 Fairfax.
• LCAD# 14306, City of Paris Block 57, Lot 4, 333 1' St. NE.
• LCAD# 14327, City of Paris Block 59, Lot 9,354 2nd St. NE.
• LCAD# 14461, City of Paris Block 61, Lot 24, 445 6th St. NE.
• LCAD# 22009, Pickard Addition, Block 4, Lot 1-A, Grove St.
• LCAD# 19095, Pickard Addition, Block 2, Lots 4-A and 4-B, 769 Ash.
• LCAD# 20488 Washington Heights Addition, Block 4, Lot 14, East Henderson.
• LCAD# 15109, City of Paris Block 81, Lot 5, 513 4th St. NW.
• LCAD# 15311, City of Paris Block 90A, Lot 3, 632 4th St. NW.
3.2 The Properties listed are Tax Foreclosure City Trustee (City Trustee) status
properties.
B. Consideration --Improvements
3.3 The Improvements to be completed consist of ten (10) single family home
structures (the Structure or Structures) on the above described Properties as more fully described
in the application for the Program attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit 1.
3.4 The total estimated value of the Improvements to be constructed on the above -
referenced parcels is at least ONE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND AND NO/100
DOLLARS ($1,500,000.00).
3.5 Owner shall obtain City approval for all necessary platting (if required) and plans,
building permits, green tags and a Certificate of Completion from the City of Paris.
3.6 Owner shall allow city inspectors access to the Properties and Improvements
throughout construction and completion of Improvements.
3.7 Owner agrees and covenants that it will diligently and faithfully construct each
Improvement/Structure referenced herein in a good and workmanlike manner within 12 months of
obtaining building permits from City for each structure. Owner further covenants and agrees that
construction of the Improvements will be in accordance with all applicable state and local laws,
codes, regulations, and Program Guidelines or Owner will procure a valid waiver or variance
thereof. Owner shall complete all Improvements required herein on or before September 7, 2030.
3.8 Owner shall contact City Building Official for final inspection as Improvements are
completed and obtain a Certificate of Completion for the new residential dwellings as completed.
3.9 Owner shall notify the Lamar County Appraisal District upon completion of
Improvements and request an updated appraisal of the Improvements.
3.10 Owner shall provide City with appraised value of Improvements upon receipt of
same from Lamar County Appraisal District.
3.11 Owner may not use the parcels described in Section 3.1 for any other purpose other
than to construct the Improvements set forth in this Article. Use of any parcel for any other purpose
shall constitute a separate act of default of the Agreement and will trigger the default provisions
and remedies set forth hereunder.
IV.
Terms Specific to the Economic Development Agreement—
Texas Local Government Code Chapter 380
A. Term
4.1 The term of this Economic Development Agreement shall commence on September
8, 2025 and shall continue for a period of five (5) years ending on September 7, 2030.
B. Land Conveyance
4.2 In consideration for Owner's construction and completion of the above -referenced
Improvements, City agrees to convey the above -referenced parcels to Owner in exchange for
payment in the amount of City's proportionate share of $1.00 per parcel in accordance with the
Interlocal Agreement for establishing alternate manner of sale of land acquired by the City of Paris,
Texas pursuant to Section 34.051 of the Texas Tax Code by and between the City of Paris, Texas,
Lamar County, Texas, Paris Independent School District, and Paris Junior College (approved by:
the City of Paris, City Council agenda of January 24, 2022, item #22; Paris Junior College,
Regents' agenda of January 24, 2022, item #6; Lamar County, Commissioners Court agenda of
January 24, 2022, item #2; and the Paris Independent School District, Trustees' agenda of January
24, 2022, item #4).
4.3 The conveyance of the property by the City to the Owner shall be tax sale deed
without warranty and with right of reversion.
4.4 City hereby transfers the property in an "as is" condition and does not warrant or
provide clear title with respect to the aforementioned City Trustee status of the Property. Owner
assumes full responsibility for title insurance for the property and all new residential improvements
thereto by Owner under the terms of this Agreement.
C. Reduced Fees for Building Plan Review and Permitting
4.5 In consideration for Owner's construction and completion of the above -referenced
Improvements, City agrees to reduce rates for building plan review by one hundred percent (100%)
and permit fees by one hundred percent (100%) for each Structure constructed pursuant to this
Agreement.
D. Reduced Fees for Water and Sewer Tap Labor
4.6 In further consideration for Owner's construction and completion of the above -
referenced Improvements, City agrees to reduce rates for water and sewer tap labor fees by twenty-
five percent (25%) where required by the City's Public Works Department.
E. Local Purchasing
4.7 As further consideration for the incentives granted herein, where possible, Owner
shall purchase building materials and fixtures from vendors located within the City of Paris.
F. Default
4.8 It shall be an act of default of the Economic Development Agreement should Owner
fail to construct and compete all of the Improvements specified herein within the five (5) year
period set forth herein (by September 7, 2030).
V.
Terms Specific to the Residential Tax Abatement Agreement
Texas Tax Code Chapter 312
A. Reinvestment Zone; NAICS Code.
5.1 The properties subject to this residential Tax Abatement Agreement are located within
City of Paris Reinvestment Zone No. 2025-1. For purposes of reporting this Tax Abatement
Agreement to the Office of the Comptroller of the State of Texas, the applicable NAICS Code is
2361.
B. Term
5.2 The term of this Tax Abatement Agreement shall commence on September 8, 2025. It
is the intention of this Tax Abatement Agreement that Owner receive an abatement of taxes on
each Structure constructed as it is completed and issued a Certificate of Completion by City.
Consequently, each Structure constructed and completed shall have its own five (5) year abatement
period. The abatement period for each constructed and completed dwelling unit shall commence
on January 1 of the year following City's issuance of a Certificate of Completion on said dwelling
unit and end on the fifth (5th) anniversary of the commencement of the abatement period. This Tax
Abatement Agreement shall terminate upon the expiration of the final abatement period granted
herein unless otherwise terminated by default or agreement of the Parties.
C. Abatement
5.3 Subject to the terms and conditions of this Economic Development Agreement and
Tax Abatement Agreement, in further consideration for the construction and completion of the
Improvements required herein (new construction of ten (10) single-family homes) and subject to
the rights and holders of any outstanding bonds of the City, a portion of the maintenance and
operations (M & O) ad valorem property taxes assessed upon each Improvement and otherwise
owed to the City shall be abated for a period of five (5) years in an amount equal to 100% per year
of the taxes assessed upon the increased value of the Improvements made by Owner to the
Properties described in Section 3.1 of this Agreement, over the value in the year by which this
agreement is executed (the "Base Value"), in accordance with the terms of this Agreement and all
applicable state and local regulations or valid waivers thereof, provided that the Owner shall have
the right to protest or contest any assessment of the Properties and said abatement shall be applied
to the amount of taxes finally determined to be due as a result of any such protest or contest. For
the purposes of this Agreement, the Base Value of the existing real property shall be deemed to be
the value as shown on the tax rolls of the Lamar County Appraisal District as of January 1, 2025
to wit: TWELVE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED -TEN AND NO/100 DOLLARS
($12,310.00).
5.4 This abatement is granted in accordance with the City's Guidelines and Criteria for
the Program, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit 2, provided, however, that in the event
of any conflict between this Agreement Exhibit 2, this Agreement shall control.
5.5 Upon receipt of the documentation set forth in Article III and in Section 6.6 herein
as to each constructed and completed Structure, City will notify the Lamar County Appraisal
District to begin the tax abatement as to said Structure.
C. Default
5.6 If (a) the Improvements (all ten residential Structures) for which an abatement has
been granted are not completed in accordance with this Agreement (by September 7, 2030); or (b)
Owner allows its taxes owed the City to become delinquent and fails to timely and properly follow
the legal procedures for protest or contest of any such; or (c) Owner materially breaches any of the
other terms, provisions or conditions of this Economic Development Agreement and Tax
Abatement Agreement, including but not limited to the Mandatory Anti -Discrimination Provisions
set forth herein, then owner shall be considered in default of this Agreement. In the event Owner
defaults in its performance of either (a), (b), or (c) above, then City shall give Owner written notice
of such default and if Owner has not cured such default within sixty (60) days of said written
notice, this Tax Abatement Agreement may be terminated by the City. Notice of default shall be
given in accordance with Article VI of this Agreement.
5.7 As damages in the event of default, and in accordance with the requirements and
discretionary provisions of Section 312.205 of the Tax Code of the State of Texas, all taxes which
otherwise would have been paid to the City without the benefit of abatement, including taxes on
those dwelling units constructed and completed according to the terms of this Agreement, together
with interest to be charged at the statutory rate for delinquent taxes as determined by Section 33.01
of the Property Tax Code of the State of Texas, with all penalties and attorney's fees permitted by
the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act and the Tax Code of the State of Texas, shall
be recaptured and will become a debt to the City and shall be due, owing, and paid to the City
within sixty (60) days of the expiration of the above-mentioned applicable cure period as the sole
remedy of the City, subject to any and all lawful offsets, settlements, deductions, or credits to
which Owner may be entitled.
VI.
Additional Terms applicable to both the Economic Development Agreement and
the Tax Abatement Agreement
A. No Conflict of Interest.
6.1 The Owner represents and warrants that neither the Properties nor the Improvements
include any real or personal property that is owned or leased by a member of the Paris City Council
or the Planning and Zoning Commission or any member thereof having responsibility for approval
of this Agreement.
B. Conditions.
6.2 The terms and conditions of this Agreement are binding upon the parties hereto and
their successors and assigns.
6.3 It is understood and agreed between the parties that the Owner, in performing its
obligations hereunder, is acting independently, and the City assumes no responsibility or liability
in connection therewith to third parties; and Owner agrees to release, indemnify and hold the
City its elected officials, officers, employees and attorneys harmless from any claims,
lawsuits, damages, costs or attorney's fees related to this Agreement. It is further understood
and agreed among the parties that the City, in performing its obligations hereunder, is acting
independently, and the Owner assumes no responsibility or liability in connection therewith to
third parties.
C. Compliance Provisions
6.4 The Owner agrees that the City, its agents and employees, shall have reasonable
right of access to any and all records concerning Owner's investment in the Improvements for the
purpose of conducting an audit of the Improvements. Any such audit shall be made only after
giving the Owner notice at least fourteen (14) days in advance and will be conducted in such a
manner as to not unreasonably interfere with Owner's property. Upon request, the Owner will
provide the City with a detailed list of all Improvements, including a list of materials used and cost
thereof.
6.5 The Owner further agrees that the City, its agents and employees, shall have
reasonable right of access to the Property to inspect the Improvements in order to insure that the
construction of the Improvements are in accordance with this Agreement and all applicable state
and local laws and regulations or valid waiver thereof. After completion of the Improvements, the
City shall have the right to enter the Property and conduct an inspection of the completed
Improvements.
D. Initial and Annual Reporting.
6.6 The Owner further agrees that it will, within thirty (30) days of completion of each
dwelling unit as it issued a Certificate of Completion by the City, provide the CITY with a sworn
report, written on Owner's letterhead and signed by a designated representative of Owner, which
contains the following information:
(a) A copy of the printout from the Lamar County Appraisal District showing the
market value of the Property prior to the construction of the Improvements,
(b) Detailed description of the Improvements;
(c) A copy of or identification of plans and specifications of constructed
improvements and the location of the same for inspection by City's Building
Official;
(d) The actual cost of the specific capital Improvements; and,
(e) The date of substantial completion of the specific Improvements as defined in
paragraph 2.1 hereof, and
(f) Receipts showing that the purchase of building materials and fixtures for the
construction were made from vendors within the City of Paris, when possible.
6.7 Owner further agrees that it will provide City with an annual, sworn report is
shall certify, in writing, that it is in compliance with each applicable to of this Agreement. Such
annual report shall be furnished on the forms provided by the City.
6.8. This Agreement was authorized by resolution of the City Council at its regularly
scheduled meeting on the 8th day of September, 2025 authorizing the Mayor to execute the
Agreement on behalf of the City.
6.9 This Agreement was entered into by Owner pursuant tothe authority granted to the
authorized official whose signature appears below.
6.10. This Agreement shall constitute a valid and binding Agreement between the City
and Owner when executed in accordance herewith, regardless of whether any other taxing it
executes a similar agreement for tax abatement.
F. Legal.
6.11 No officer, official or agent of the City has the power to amend, modify or alter this
Agreement or waive any of its conditions or to bind the City by making any promise or
representation not contained herein.
6.12 This Agreement, except by operation of law, shall not be assigned or transferred by
Owner, without the prior written consent of City, which consent shall be at the sole discretion of
the City.
6.13 Any written notice required or permitted under the terms of this Agreement shall be
given and be deemed to have been duly served if either (1) delivered in person, or (2) deposited
certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid in the United States mail, addressed to the
designated representative of the respective parties which are designated as follows:
OWNER:
Palma Holdings, LLC
12222 Merit Dr. Ste. 130
Dallas, Texas 75251
(For the purposes of reporting this Agreement to the Office of the Comptroller of the State
of Texas, Owner's telephone number is 469-921-7894)
CITY:
CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
Attn: City Manager
P. O. Box 9037
Paris, TX 75461-9037
With a cwv to:
City Clerk, City of Paris, Texas
(Address same as above)
6.14 If any term or provision of this Agreement shall be declared unconstitutional or void
by any court of competent jurisdiction, the constitutionality and validity of the remainder of
said Agreement shall not be affected thereby, and to this end the terms and provisions of this
Agreement are declared to be severable.
6.15 This Agreement sets forth the entire understanding between the parties, and any other
understandings or agreements shall be canceled and superseded by this Agreement upon the date
of execution hereof. None of the terms of this Agreement shall be waived, discharged, altered or
modified in any respect, except by an Agreement in writing signed by both parties and specifically
referring to this Agreement. The captions in this Agreement are included for convenience only
and shall not be taken into consideration in any construction or interpretation of this Agreement or
any of its provisions. This Agreement is performable in Lamar County, Texas, and shall be
governed by, construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. The
provisions of this Agreement shall apply to, bind and inure to the benefit of the City, Owner, and
their respective successors, and permitted assigns, if any.
6.16 Venue for any actions arising under this Agreement shall lie exclusively in the courts
of Lamar County, Texas, for any State Court action, and in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern
District of Texas for any federal court action.
6.17 MANDATORY ANTI -BOYCOTT AND OTHER PROVISIONS. Owner, by
executing this agreement, certifies the following:
i. Pursuant to Section 2271.002 of the Texas Government Code, Owner certifies
that either (i) it meets an exemption criterion under Section 2271.002; or (ii) it
does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of the
Agreement. Owner acknowledges this Agreement may be terminated and
payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate.
ii. Pursuant to SB 13, 87th Texas Legislature, Owner certifies that either (i) it
meets an exemption criterion under SB 13, 87th Texas Legislature; or (ii) it
does not boycott energy companies, as defined in Section 1 of SB 13, 87th
Texas Legislature, and will not boycott energy companies during the term of
the Agreement. Owner acknowledges this Agreement may be terminated and
payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate.
iii. Pursuant to SB 19, 87th Texas Legislature, Owner certifies that either (i) it
meets an exemption criterion under SB 19, 87th Texas Legislature; or (ii) it
does not discriminate against a firearm entity or firearm trade association, as
defined in Section 1 of SB 19, 87th Texas Legislature, and will not discriminate
against a firearm entity or firearm trade association during the term of the
Agreement. Owner acknowledges this Agreement may be terminated and
payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate.
iv. Pursuant to Subchapter F, Chapter 2252, Texas Government Code, Owner
certifies Owner (1) is not engaged in business with Iran, Sudan, or a foreign
terrorist organization. Owner acknowledges this Agreement may be terminated
and payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate.
WITNESS our hands this 8th day of September, 2025.
THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
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ATTEST:
Janice Ellis, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Stephanie H. Harris, City Attorney
Mihir Pankaj, Mayor
PALMA HOLDINGS, LLC
By: _ ..........
Alisha Rashid
Title:
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF LAMAR
BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day personally appeared Mihir Pankaj,
Mayor, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument, and
acknowledged to me that he executed the same for the purposes and consideration therein
expressed, and in the capacity therein stated.
Given under my hand and seal of office this 7th day of September, 2025.
Notary Public, State of Texas
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF
BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day personally appeared Alisha Rashid,
of Palma Holdings, LLC, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to
the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged to me that he executed the same for the purposes and
consideration therein expressed, and in the capacity therein stated.
Given under my hand and seal of office this . _.....�... day of September, 2025.
Notary Public, State of Texas
Exhibit 1
SPL -INFO -0007 (reV 08124)
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Where Texans Reach Higher
CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
APPLICATION FOR RESIDENTIAL TAX ABATEMENT (S in 5)
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Type improvements for new Construction (check one): V -,SF [J 2F D MF
Total Number of Dwelling Units: 10
Estimated Value of Improvements by type:
Estimated Start Date of Construction:
Estimated Date of Completion of Project(s)
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Our firm, Masa Design Build (masadesignbuild.com), has collaborated with the owners of
Palma Holdings, Ms. Alisha Rashid and Mr. Albert Gonzalez, on multiple residential
development projects of varying capacity over the course of approximately 5 years. Our
primary collaboration has been in the development of single-family housing units in
participation with other local government community development programs, specifically
the City of Dallas. We understand Palma Holdings intends to submit an application to the
City of Paris Community Development Department's 5 in 5 Infill Development Program for
the acquisition of ten (10) single-family lots for the development and construction of ten
(10) single-family homes. -
We have inspected the proposed financing structure, proforma, construction cost
schedule and proposed construction timeline and through our partnership will be serving
as the financing mechanism to Palma Holdings for the construction of the housing units
on the vacant lots acquired through the 5 in 5 Infill Development Program.
Our firm confirms that Palma Holdings has the capacity, resources and capability to
successfully complete the City's desired outcome of the development of new single-family
homes on selected lots within the parameters of the Program. I am available to answer
any questions you have related to Palma Holdings and this proposed project.
SinvpreAV
Nishad KoloP°ody
Managi rig Partner, Masa Design Build
Ph:405-243-3908/214-915-2899
Email- Nishad@masadesignbuild.com
Exhibit 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-025- �.....�,,._.,,..
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS,
TEXAS AMENDING THE GUIDELINES AND CRITERIA OF THE 5 IN
5 HOUSING INFILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM; MAKING OTHER
FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; AND
DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2025, the City Council of the City of Paris, Texas passed
Ordinance No. 2025-003 creating Reinvestment Zone 2025-1 designating certain areas
inside the city limits to be eligible for the Residential Tax Abatement Program, said
ordinance re -designating and renaming Reinvestment Zone 2020-1; and
WHEREAS, after a public hearing on January 10, 2022, the City Council passed
Resolution No. 2022-003 stating its intent to establish the 5 in 5 Housing Infill Development
Program (hereinafter "the Program"), including such incentives as low cost land sales and
residential tax abatements, and adopting guidelines and criteria ("Guidelines") for the
Program; and
WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 2022-003, City Council designated an area within
Reinvestment Zone 2020-1, now named Reinvestment Zone 2025-1, (the "Program Area")
as being eligible for the Program; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has, from time to time amended the Guidelines so as to
better align the Program with desired outcomes; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it in the best interest of the city and the Program
Area to provide that new construction under the Program be in accordance with the
general design of homes within individual neighborhoods so as to provide neighborhood
uniformity within the Program Area;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARIS, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. The findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby in all
things approved for all purposes.
Section 2. The City hereby amends the guidelines and criteria of the 5 in 5
Residential Infill Development Program in conformance with Exhibit attached hereto and
incorporated herein by reference.
Section 3. This resolution shall become effective from and after the date of passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 121h day of May, 2025.
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5 IN 5 HOUSING INFILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM GUIDELINES,
CRITERIA & APPLICATION FORM CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
Revised Mav 12 2025
1. GENERAL PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
The City of Paris, working with our local government partners, is seeking to provide a series of builder
incentives designed to encourage new home construction for the purpose of neighborhood revitalization
and the provision of work force housing. New home construction within the existing interior of the
community can have a positive effect towards reinvestment in our neighborhoods by providing stability
and enhanced character, as well as a means to expand our community's local labor force. Focusing on the
existing interior of the City allows the builder to utilize existing infrastructure rather than the extension of
costly streets and utilities in undeveloped lands at or beyond the urban fringe. The City further seeks to
ensure that new construction within the Program Area and undertaken in connection with the Program is
consistent with existing housing within the neighborhood in which it is being built so as to provide for a
pleasant aesthetic for both current and new residents in the area.
To achieve this purpose, the City will offer a series of incentives depending on the type of housing to be
constructed (see Section IV herein):
1. The City will provide low cost residential lots in the Program Area in tax foreclosure city receivership
to Applicants for the construction of single-family homes. This incentive is available only for the
construction of single-family homes. If an Applicant obtains properties through other traditional
means within the Program Area, other incentives within this policy may apply.
2. The City will offer three (3) to five (5) year residential tax abatements of City property taxes
attributable to constructed improvements depending on housing type and as reflected in Section IV
herein.
3. The City will offer reduced rates on building plan review and permit fees as reflected in Section IV
herein.
4. The City will offer reduced rates on labor charges on water and sewer tap fees as reflected in Section
IV herein.
The city staff will work with interested builders to identify parcels from a pool of tax sale lots in trustee
status to develop a list of properties that will be suitable for the construction of new dwelling units. This
may consist of single-family, two-family, medium density, or high-density residences. Prior to any
construction occurring from which the builder is seeking incentives, the Applicant will enter into an
Agreement to be approved by the City Council for the new construction of residential dwelling units on
one (1) or more parcels. Each of the dwelling units subject to the Agreement must be constructed under
the terms of the agreement within five (5) years from the date of the Agreement, unless such deadline is
extended by subsequent approval of the City Council or unless the City and Applicant agree to a shorter
period of time, which deviation shall be reflected in the Agreement. All parcels under the Agreement must
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result in certain claw backs as provided in the Agreement. All applications shall be considered on a first
oroxyr.*ir-,werve basis. and the CitW will not maintain a wait list. There will be no income guidelines under
this program for occupants of the dwelling units, whether owner or renter occupied. In the event the
applicant constructs a new dwelling unit and sells said unit, the tax abatement shall lapse and be
terminated as to that parcel unless the City Council approves an assignment of the tax abatement
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ble for incentives in this policy, building materials and fixtures used in the construction of new
iwelling units, where possible, must be purchased locally within the City of Paris.
Act - The Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act, Texas Tax Code Ann. 312.001 et. seq., as
amended from time to time.
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In 5 Housing Infill Development Program to include an economic development agreement pursuant to
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improvements required therein.
Applicant - An owner, proposed owner, builder or authorized agent of the owner of eligible property
seeking an agreement under this policy.
Base Year Value -The assessed value of eligible property on January 1, preceding the date of execution.
Eligible Property - Property located in the defined Program Area and immediately Adjacent thereto,
whether foreclosed on due to taxes or not. Also, property located outside the Program Area if foreclosed
an due to taxes.
immediately Adjacent Property - Property which lies immediately next to the boundary of the Program
Area, including property across a street or intersection or located diagonally therefrom.
Me vv�Strj~-_— N' 2u-c&ALPLop�ed �or a v, parcel
which is placed into use by means other than by expansion or modernization without full demolition of
an existing substandard or condemned structure.
Neighborhood Uniformity - Consistency or similarity in the characteristics of homes, properties, anc
overall design within a specific neighborhood, primarily concerned with maintaining consistency anL�
cohesion in architectural styles within a given street, block or larger area.
Program Area - An area depicted in "Exhibit B" of the approved resolution for the 5 In 5 Housing Infill
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Tyr=Wjw.Vrw. m which area is wholl�j within the boundaries of Reinvestment Zone 2020-1 for the
purpose of residential tax abatements.
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Residential improvements - The construction of new residential structures and all the appurtenances
thereto. This term includes single family, duplexes and multi -family structures.
Value of Improvements - The appraised value of the Residential Improvements as determined by the
Lamar County Appraisal District and as described in the A•reement.
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an Applicant may apply for an Agreement to receive incentives provided for in this policy. For tax
foreclosed properties, all taxing jurisdictions shall be required to sign off on the low-cost land sale
?ccording to the provisions of State Law prior to transfer of the property to the applicant.
Minimum Investment To be eligible for residential tax abatement, an Applicant must construct a new
structure or structures on the property parcel(s) identified in an Agreement between the applicant and
the City.
1. Maximum of 10 dwelling units per agreement.
2. An Applicant with whom the city has entered into an Active Agreement pursuant to which the Ci
has conveyed a low-cost residential lot or lots shall not be eligible to apply for an addition
Agreement involving such a conveyance until at least 80% of all structures required under the Acti)
Agreement have been constructed and the City has issued certificates of completion for same. Th
80% completion requirement does not apply to Applicants with Active Agreements that do ni
provide for the City to convey land. If an Active Agreement applies to a mix of privately ownE fi
property and the conveyance of trustee parcels, the Applicant must have completed construction c
at least 80% of the conveyed parcels to be eligible for a new agreement.
3. Pre -Approved building plans may be accepted. Examples of acceptable architectural styles may 1:
found in Appendix A attached hereto. Applicants are advised to consult the photographs whe
completing their designs to determine whether a given style is consistent with the homes in th
immediate area of any parcel upon which Applicant wishes to build. [Appendix A to be added at
later date.] The City may deny approval to any design, even if consistent with an example in Appendi
A, if it is not consistent with structures in the surrounding neighborhood of the particular parcel.
zoning change unless there is a substantial change in neighborhood or compatible with the futur
land use map.
S. Neighborhood Uniformity — Applicants will submit proposed designs for each dwelling unit sought t
be built as part of the Agreement. Such designs must bear Neighborhood Uniformity in mind and mu!
conform in basic architectural style to the existing homes in the area in which the structures are to b
built. A design for one neighborhood may not be appropriate for another neighborhood in which th
Applicant seeks to build, so a tailoring of designs to individual neighborhoods is required. No flat o
or shed -type roof lines will be permitted. Submitted designs are subject to the approval of the Cit�
and once approved, the Applicant/developer/bullder/may not deviate from those designs withou
prior written approval of the City.
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Low -Cost Sale of Foreclosed Properties -As part of their agreement, an Applicant may choose to purchase
eligible properties that are in a state of tax foreclosure. These properties are available on a strictly first
come, first serve basis and the City makes no warranty on having available properties for this incentive,
nor will it maintain any type of waiting list for available properties. The City will work with the Lamar
County, Paris Independent School District, and Paris Junior College to seek a low-cost sale of the
foreclosed property, but the City can only guarantee a low cost of its share. As noted herein, the City will
only convey such properties for the construction of single-family homes.
Tax Abatement - An Applicant who has satisfied all the criteria and guidelines for the low-cost property
sale and residential tax abatement as set out herein, will be eligible for a tax abatement on each parcel
on which a dwelling unit or units are constructed and completed in accordance with the foregoing table.
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eligible properties that are in a state of tax foreclosure. These properties are available on a strictly first
come, first serve basis and the City makes no warranty on having available properties for this incentive,
nor will it maintain any type of waiting list for available properties. The City will work with the Lamar
County, Paris Independent School District, and Paris Junior College to seek a low-cost sale of the
foreclosed property, but the City can only guarantee a low cost of its share. As noted herein, the City will
only convey such properties for the construction of single-family homes.
Tax Abatement - An Applicant who has satisfied all the criteria and guidelines for the low-cost property
sale and residential tax abatement as set out herein, will be eligible for a tax abatement on each parcel
on which a dwelling unit or units are constructed and completed in accordance with the foregoing table.
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The abatement will become effective on January Ist of the year following issuance of a Certificate of
Completion following final construction inspection. As provided in the Act, a tax abatement may only be
granted for the value of the Residential Improvements which exceed the base year value of the property
and which are listed in an Agreement between the City of Paris and the applicant, subject to such
limitations as the City of Paris may require. The base value will be set as of January 1st of the year in which
the Agreement is executed. Upon completion of construction, the Applicant shall provide a copy of all
material and: fixture purchase invoices to prove that those materials and: fixtures were purchased locally
within the City of Paris when possible. The tax abatement is available only for improvements made after
the execution of the Agreement. The Agreement may not be approved by the City Council until at least
thirty (30) days after notice of the consideration and possible action on the Agreement has been posted,
building plan review and permit fees as referenced in the Incentive Table.
Reduced Fees for Water & Sewer Tap Labor - The Applicant will be entitled to reduced rates for water
Table for all new dwelling units under agreement with the City.
Claw Back Provision - The Applicant who enters into an Agreement with the City of Paris shall construct
Agreement, or a within a shorter time if agreed to by the parties and reflected in the Agreement, or the
City shall have the right to automatically take back any undeveloped parcel under the terms of the
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another individual except by prior approval and re -assignment of the parcel(s) and approval of a new
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shall provide for recapturing property tax revenue lost as a result of the agreement if the owner of the
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Compliance with all other City Requirements - The Applicant shall be fully responsible for compliance
with all zoning, subdivision platting, and building code requirements as may specifically pertain to the
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Applications for an Agreement with the City shall be reviewed for completeness. Incomplete Applications
shall not be processed. City Staff shall determine whether the application satisfies guidelines and criteria,
and Staff may request additional information or documents from Applicant. City Staff will make final
recommendations on each application to the City Council. Any Applicant desiring approval of an
Agreement shall comply with the following procedural guidelines. All applications shall be evaluated on
their own merits within the parameters of these Guidelines and Criteria.
1. Preliminary Application Steps
A. Applicant shall work with City Staff to identify eligible City Trustee or other parcels within the
defined geographic area. City Staff will provide a list and corresponding map from which City
Trustee parcels may be reviewed.
B. For applications seeking the conveyance of one or more low-cost Trustee parcels, the
Applicant shall attach a notarized/verified pre -approval letter or other notarized verification
from Applicant's financial institution stating that the Applicant will have financial capital
available to complete all new dwelling unit construction under the Agreement with the City.
Such verification of financial capability shall be on the letterhead of the financial institution
and will be reviewed over the course of the Agreement. Applications subject to this subsection
B submitted while the Applicant already has an Active Agreement in place, regardless of
whether the Active Agreement involves the conveyance of low-cost Trustee properties, shall
include verification that Applicant has the financial ability to complete the construction
required under both the Active Agreement and the proposed new Agreement.
C. A complete legal description shall be provided with a copy of the current deed of the land,
unless the parcel(s) are being transferred by deed without warranty by the City of Paris.
D. Applicant shall complete all forms and information detailed above and submit all forms to the
City of Paris Director of Planning and Community Development.
2. All information in the application package detailed above will be reviewed for completeness and
accuracy. Additional information may be requested as needed. If necessary, applicant will meet with
City staff to discuss details of the application and to prepare presentation of the application to the
City Council.
3. The application shall designate whether the dwelling(s) to be constructed are to be retained for
ownership or sold to another owner upon completion of construction. The applicant shall also provide
an estimate of the value of improvements..
4. If an application for the 5 In 5 Housing Infill Development Agreement is to be recommended for
approval by staff, then an Agreement as defined herein with the City of Paris will be prepared by the
City Attorney for approval by the City Council.
5. If the Applicant's property is not found to be eligible, the application will be rejected.
6. The City Council reserves the right to amend these policies and guidelines as needed.
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VI. LEGAL DOCUMENTATION PREPARATION
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The Director of Planning and Community Development and the City Attorney will be responsible for
drafting the required Agreement in accordance with state law and this Policy.
The legal document will include the following:
1. Estimated value of new structure or residential improvements to be constructed.
2. Total amount of value to be abated depending on the terms of the Agreement.
3. Effective date and the termination date of abatement.
4. Description of the Residential Improvements, schedule of completion, property description, all
required City approval requirements and a platted lot site plan or sketch of the parcel(s) to be platted
and developed.
5. Applicant agrees to make the new structure or residential improvements available for inspection by
City of Paris, or its authorized representatives, and Lamar County Appraisal District (LCAD) during
construction and upon completion of the project.
6. Contractual obligations in the event of default, violation of terms or conditions, delinquent taxes,
recapture and administration.
7. A signed and notarized statement as an attachment to the application agreeing to construct the new
five (5) dwelling units on one (1) or -more parcels within five (5) years from the date of City Council
approval of an Agreement, unless extended by the City Council, or consenting to allow the City to
automatically take back the parcels) under the initial terms of an approved agreement.
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Item No. 13
TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro -Tem, and City Council
Rose Beverly, City Manager
FROM: Gene Anderson, Interim Finance Director
SUBJECT: 2025 ATMOS RATE REVIEW MECHANISM (RRM) SETTLEMENT
DATE: September S, 2025
BACKGROUND: On April 1, 2025 Atmos made a rate filing requesting $245,200,000 dollars in
additional revenues from its customers system wide. Application of the standards set forth in the
ACSC Rate Review Mechanism Tariff reduced the original request to $225,600,000. The adjusted
rate increase request was reviewed by consultants for the Atmos Cities Steering Committee
(ACSC) of which Paris is a member.
STATUS OF ISSUE: Negotiations between Atmos and ACSC resulted in a $20,000,000 additional
reduction in requested revenues by Atmos ($205,600,000 vs. $225,600,000). The effective date of
the rate increase will be October 1, 2025. The ordinance before the Council reflects the negotiated
rates. This rate increase varies from 6.56% to 9.27% depending on customer class and volumes
consumed.
BUDGET: This will have minimal impact on the City budget.
RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve an ordinance and related attachments granting Atmos
an increase in revenues as recommended by the Atmos Cities Steering Committee.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARIS, TEXAS, APPROVING A NEGOTIATED SETTLEMENT
BETWEEN THE ATMOS CITIES STEERING COMMITTEE
("ACSC") AND ATMOS ENERGY CORP., MID-TEX DIVISION
REGARDING THE COMPANY'S 2025 RATE REVIEW
MECHANISM FILING; DECLARING EXISTING RATES TO BE
UNREASONABLE; ADOPTING TARIFFS THAT REFLECT RATE
ADJUSTMENTS CONSISTENT WITH THE NEGOTIATED
SETTLEMENT; FINDING THE RATES TO BE SET BY THE
ATTACHED SETTLEMENT TARIFFS TO BE JUST AND
REASONABLE AND IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST; APPROVING
AN ATTACHMENT ESTABLISHING A BENCHMARK FOR
PENSIONS AND RETIREE MEDICAL BENEFITS; REQUIRING
THE COMPANY TO REIMBURSE ACSC'S REASONABLE
RATEMAKING EXPENSES; DETERMINING THAT THIS
RESOLUTION WAS PASSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS OF THE TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS ACT;
ADOPTING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE; AND REQUIRING DELIVERY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO
THE COMPANY AND THE ACSC'S LEGAL COUNSEL.
WHEREAS, the City of Paris, Texas ("City") is a gas utility customer of Atmos Energy
Corp., Mid -Tex Division ("Atmos Mid -Tex" or "Company"), and a regulatory authority with an
interest in the rates, charges, and services of Atmos Mid -Tex; and
WHEREAS, the City is a member of the Atmos Cities Steering Committee ("ACSC"), a
coalition of similarly -situated cities served by Atmos Mid -Tex ("ACSC Cities") that have joined
together to facilitate the review of, and response to, natural gas issues affecting rates charged in
the Atmos Mid -Tex service area; and
WHEREAS, ACSC and the Company worked collaboratively to develop a Rate Review
Mechanism ("RRM") tariff that allows for an expedited rate review process by ACSC Cities as a
substitute to the Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program ("GRIP") process instituted by the
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Legislature, and that will establish rates for the ACSC Cities based on the system -wide cost of
serving the Atmos Mid -Tex Division; and
WHEREAS, the current RRM tariff was adopted by the City in a rate ordinance in
2018; and
WHEREAS, on about April 1, 2025, Atmos Mid -Tex filed its 2025 RRM rate request with
ACSC Cities based on a test year ending December 31, 2024; and
WHEREAS, ACSC coordinated its review of the Atmos Mid -Tex 2025 RRM filing
through its Executive Committee, assisted by ACSC's attorneys and consultants, to resolve issues
identified in the Company's RRM filing; and
WHEREAS, the Executive Committee, as well as ACSC's counsel and consultants,
recommend that ACSC Cities approve an increase in base rates for Atmos Mid -Tex of $205.6
million on a system -wide basis with an Effective Date of October 1, 2025; and
WHEREAS, ACSC agrees that Atmos' plant -in-service is reasonable; and
WHEREAS, with the exception of approved plant -in-service, ACSC is not foreclosed
from future reasonableness evaluation of costs associated with incidents related to gas leaks; and
WHEREAS, the attached tariffs (Attachment 1) implementing new rates are consistent
with the recommendation of the ACSC Executive Committee, are agreed to by the Company, and
are just, reasonable, and in the public interest; and
WHEREAS, the settlement agreement sets a new benchmark for pensions and retiree
medical benefits (Attachment 2); and
WHEREAS, the RRM Tariff contemplates reimbursement of ACSC's reasonable
expenses associated with RRM applications.
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PARIS, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the findings set forth in this Resolution are hereby in all things approved.
Section 2. That, without prejudice to future litigation of any issue identified by ACSC,
the City Council finds that the settled amount of an increase in revenues of $205.6 million on a
system -wide basis represents a comprehensive settlement of gas utility rate issues affecting the
rates, operations, and services offered by Atmos Mid -Tex within the municipal limits arising from
Atmos Mid-Tex's 2025 RRM filing, is in the public interest, and is consistent with the City's
authority under Section 103.001 of the Texas Utilities Code.
Section 3. That despite finding Atmos Mid-Tex's plant -in-service to be reasonable, ACSC
is not foreclosed in future cases from evaluating the reasonableness of costs associated with
incidents involving leaks of natural gas.
Section 4. That the existing rates for natural gas service provided by Atmos Mid -Tex are
unreasonable. The new tariffs attached hereto and incorporated herein as Attachment 1, are just
and reasonable, and are designed to allow Atmos Mid -Tex to recover annually an additional $205.6
million on a system -wide basis, over the amount allowed under currently approved rates. Such
tariffs are hereby adopted.
Section 5. That the ratemaking treatment for pensions and retiree medical benefits in
Atmos Mid-Tex's next RRM filing shall be as set forth on Attachment 2, attached hereto and
incorporated herein.
Section 6. That Atmos Mid -Tex shall reimburse the reasonable ratemaking expenses of
the ACSC in processing the Company's 2025 RRM filing.
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Section 7. That to the extent any resolution or ordinance previously adopted by the Council
is inconsistent with this Resolution, it is hereby repealed.
Section 8. That the meeting at which this Resolution was approved was in all things
conducted in strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code,
Chapter 551.
Section 9. That if any one or more sections or clauses of this Resolution is adjudged to be
unconstitutional or invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remaining
provisions of this Resolution, and the remaining provisions of the Resolution shall be interpreted
as if the offending section or clause never existed.
Section 10. That consistent with the City Ordinance that established the RRM process,
this Resolution shall become effective from and after its passage with rates authorized by attached
tariffs to be effective for bills rendered on or after October 1, 2025.
Section 11. That a copy of this Resolution shall be sent to Atmos Mid -Tex, care of Chris
Felan, Vice President of Rates and Regulatory Affairs Mid -Tex Division, Atmos Energy
Corporation, 5420 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1862, Dallas, Texas 75240, and to Thomas Brocato,
General Counsel to ACSC, at Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle & Townsend, P.C., 816 Congress Avenue,
Suite 1900, Austin, Texas 78701.
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DULY PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARIS, TEXAS, BY A VOTE OF TO , ON THIS THE 8TH DAY OF September, 2025.
Mihir Pankaj, Mayor
ATTEST:
Janice Ellis, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Stephanie H. Harris, City Attorney
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