08.11.2025 TC MinutesTown of Trophy Club Town Council
Meeting Minutes —August 11, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
1 Trophy Wood Drive, Trophy Club, Texas 76262
Mayor Tiffany called the work session to order at 6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT
Jeannette Tiffany, Mayor
Stacey Bauer, Council Member Place 1
Jeff Beach, Council Member Place 2
Dennis Sheridan, Council Member Place 3
Garry Ash, Council Member Place 5
Steve Flynn, Council Member Place 6
Rhylan Rowe, Mayor Pro Tern
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Brandon Wright, Town Manager
Tammy Dixon, Town Secretary
Dean Roggia, Town Attorney
Jason Wise, Fire Chief
Matt Cox, Director of Community Development
Chase Ellis, Director of Parks and Recreation
Jill Lind, Director of Communications and Marketing
April Duvall, Director of Finance
Patrick Arata, Police Chief
Denise Deprato, Director of Human Resources
Bobby Tillman, Police Captain
1. Presentation and discussion of the FY 2026 Proposed Budget.
Finance Director presented the proposed FY 25-26 operating budget, outlining tax
rate compliance with state law, projected revenues and expenditures, personnel costs,
reserve policy, and notable changes including COLA, merit increases, market
adjustments, and new positions. The proposed tax rate of $0.412864 reflects a slight
reduction from the prior year while maintaining service levels. She reviewed special
revenue funds, program budgets, and key financial trends. The Council discussed
overtime costs, staffing challenges, and maintaining a flat tax rate. Following questions,
she presented the proposed FY 25-26 Capital Improvement Program, a six -year plan
detailing $23 million in projects for streets, sidewalks, public safety equipment, and
infrastructure, with funding from bonds, sales tax, grants, and dedicated funds.
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Mayor Tiffany adjourned the work session at 6:42 p.m.
CALL REGULAR MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Tiffany called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pastor Jeff Brooks, Lake Cities Church of Christ, led the invocation.
Council Member Sheridan led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American and Texas
Flags.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Timothy Fishman, 625 Parkview Drive, introduced his new podiatry office, Spur
Podiatry, located in Trophy Club.
2. Presentation by Community Waste Disposal - Recycling for Texas Hill Country
Relief.
Wanda Smith with Community Waste Disposal spoke on efforts to support Texas
Hill Country Relief and noted that CWD will be donating $10 for every ton of recycling
collected. She also encouraged increased recycling participation and offered educational
materials and videos to help the community understand proper recycling practices.
3. Working for You... Trophy Club
a) Update from Town Council Members
Council Member Sheridan noted that state law now limits special elections to May
or November, preempting the Town Charter's 120-day requirement, and suggested
updating the Charter during the next review.
Council Member Ash expressed appreciation for the exceptional talent and
dedication of residents volunteering for Town boards and committees, noting he has
learned much from them.
Mayor Tiffany encouraged residents to apply for open Board and Commission
positions, highlighting their important role in advising Council and directing the public to
the Town's website for information and the new Board and Commission manual.
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Council Member Flynn reported on attending the Northwest ISD 75th anniversary
celebration, where a speaker credited Trophy Club's inclusion as significantly raising the
district's visibility and stature.
Mayor Tiffany announced participation with other Council members in the
upcoming "Honoring Our Wounded Military" 5K/10K Fun Run in Westlake, inviting
residents to join the event.
b) Update from Town Manager (Brandon Wright, Town Manager)
Town Manager Wright noted upcoming events and board and commission
meetings:
• August 14, Trophy Club Council for the Arts & Culture, 6:00 p.m.
• August 14, Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
• August 18, Breakfast with Tiffany, Tom Thumb Starbucks, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
• August 25, Joint Work Session on Pool Project Bids, Town Council and Parks &
Recreation Board, Council Chambers, 6:00 p.m.
He reported on the Police Department's progress toward Business Plan Goal #2,
enhancing public safety by addressing traffic, mobility, and pedestrian concerns, with an
emphasis on golf cart, e-bike, and e-scooter safety. He highlighted a collaborative effort
with the Communications and Marketing Department to produce a three-part "Ride Right"
safety video series, which has garnered over 19,450 views. The "E-Bike Safety" video
was then shown, followed by Captain Tillman's update on related enforcement efforts.
c) Quick Civic Tip (Dean Roggia, Town Attorney)
Town Attorney Dean Roggia provided a brief overview of the annexation process
as outlined by the Town's Charter and state law.
CONSENT AGENDA
4. Consider approval of the Town Council Retreat Minutes from July 25, 2025, and
the Regular Meeting Minutes from July 28, 2025.
5. Consider authorizing the Town Manager to negotiate and execute employee health
and welfare benefits agreements with Blue Cross Blue Shield including medical,
dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance.
6. Consider setting a public hearing for the FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget on August
25, 2025 at 7:00 pm.
7. Consider a resolution of the Town of Trophy Club, Texas accepting the 2025
appraisal rolls from Denton and Tarrant Counties. The caption of the resolution
reads as follows:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB,
TEXAS, ACCEPTING THE 2025 APPRAISAL ROLL; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Council Member Flynn moved to approve Consent Items 4-7. Council Member
Beach seconded the motion.
VOTE ON MOTION
AYES:
Bauer,
NAYES:
None
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
6-0-1
INDIVIDUAL ITEMS
Beach, Tiffany, Sheridan, Ash, Flynn
8. First Reading: Consider a resolution approving the Thrive Business Grant
application and authorizing the Town Manager to negotiate and execute a
performance agreement with the grantee as recommended by the Trophy Club
Economic Development Corporation.
Tamara Smith, Assistant to the Town Manager, presented Cycle Two of the Thrive
Business Grant program, a matching grant of up to $20,000 to support businesses in
Trophy Club. She reported that five applications were received in this cycle and
introduced Jolley Orthodontics as a recommended grantee for $5,775.04 to fund interior
improvements. The business had previously received a grant and successfully completed
its project. The item requires two readings under state law due to the use of public funds.
Town Secretary Dixon provided the first reading. No action taken.
9. Second Reading: Consider a resolution approving the Thrive Business Grant
application and authorizing the Town Manager to negotiate and execute a
performance agreement with the grantee as recommended by the Trophy Club
Economic Development Corporation.
Town Secretary Dixon provided the second reading.
Council Member Sheridan moved to approve Resolution 2025-14 approving the
Thrive Business Grant application and authorizing the Town Manager to negotiate and
execute a performance agreement with the grantee as recommended by the Trophy Club
Economic Development Corporation. Council Member Beach seconded the motion. The
caption of the resolution reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS, APPROVING THE
THRIVE BUSINESS GRANT APPLICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN
MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE PERFORMANCE AGREEMENTS WITH
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THE TROPHY CLUB ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND EACH
GRANTEE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
VOTE ON MOTION.
AYES:
Bauer, Beach, Tiffany, Sheridan, Ash, Flynn
NAYES:
None
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
6-0-1
10. Consideration of a resolution granting a voluntary petition requesting annexation
into the corporate limits of the Town of Trophy Club by Kyle Wood Revocable Trust,
owner of approximately 3.182 acres of land, legally described as Tract 1, Thomas
J. Allen Survey, Abstract No. 7 and the JS Kenley Survey, Abstract No. 1641,
Denton County, Texas, generally located north of Milson's Point Drive and west of
Trophy Park Drive; setting a public hearing for the annexation and authorizing the
Town Secretary to cause notice of the hearing; and approving an amendment to
the development agreement to add "The Kyle Wood Revocable Trust" as a party
to the development agreement.
Matt Cox, Director of Community Development, presented a resolution to grant the
annexation petition, set a public hearing for the annexation, and approve an amendment
to the previously approved development agreement with Foxwood to add the Kyle Woods
Revocable Trust parcel.
Developer Greg Fox, in partnership with Curt Dubose of PentaVia Custom Homes,
outlined plans for "The Trails of Trophy Club," a premier 18-lot residential development
with no rear neighbors, enhanced trail access, and preserved natural surroundings.
Council Member Sheridan moved to approve Resolution 2025-15 granting a
voluntary petition requesting annexation into the corporate limits of the Town of Trophy
Club by Kyle Wood Revocable Trust, owner of approximately 3.182 acres of land, legally
described as Tract 1, Thomas J. Allen Survey, Abstract No. 7 and the JS Kenley Survey,
Abstract No. 1641, Denton County, Texas, generally located north of Milson's Point Drive
and west of Trophy Park Drive; setting a public hearing for the annexation and authorizing
the Town Secretary to cause notice of the hearing; and approving an amendment to the
development agreement to add "The Kyle Wood Revocable Trust" as a party to the
development agreement. Council Member Flynn seconded the motion. The caption of
the resolution reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-15
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB,
TEXAS, GRANTING A C-3 VOLUNTARY PETITION REQUESTING ANNEXATION
INTO THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB BY THE
PROPERTY OWNER OF APPROXIMATELY 3.182 ACRES OF LAND, LEGALLY
DESCRIBED AS TRACT 1, THOMAS J. ALLEN SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO.7 AND THE
JS KENLEY SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 1641, DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS,
GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF MILSON'S POINT DRIVE AND WEST OF
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TROPHY PARK DRIVE; PROVIDING FOR THE INCORPORATION OF FINDINGS;
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE ANNEXATION; AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE TOWN SECRETARY TO HAVE NOTICES OF SUCH PUBLIC
HEARING BE PROVIDED AS PRESCRIBED BYLAW; APPROVING AN AMENDMENT
TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT TO ADD "THE KYLE WOOD REVOCABLE
TRUST" AS A PARTY TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT
WHICH THIS RESOLUTION IS PASSED IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY
LAW; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE..
VOTE ON MOTION
AYES:
Bauer, Beach, Tiffany, Sheridan, Ash, Flynn
NAYES:
None
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
6-0-1
11. Consider an Ordinance amending Chapter 1, Article 1.05 Code of Ethics and
Conduct of the Town's Code of Ordinances as recommended by the Ethics Review
Commission.
Town Manager Wright presented recommended updates to the Town's ethics
ordinance from the Ethics Review Commission, which met five times over the past year.
Changes include clarifying gift exceptions for certain awards and grants, adding a blind
selection process, requiring public disclosure, and limiting department directors and their
family members to one award per person. Other revisions address complaint filing
procedures, timeliness requirements, personal knowledge standards, removal of the
"knowingly or intentionally" violation standard, a new vexatious complaint provision,
elimination of misdemeanor penalties, and standardized timelines throughout the
ordinance.
Council Member Flynn commended the Ethics Review Commission on their work
and for incorporating Rotary Club best practices on scholarships into the ordinance
revisions.
Council Member Ash moved to approve Ordinance No. 2025-20 amending
Chapter 1, Article 1.05 Code of Ethics and Conduct of the Town's Code of Ordinances as
recommended by the Ethics Review Commission. Council Member Beach seconded the
motion. The caption of the resolution reads as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 2025- 20
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER
1 "GENERAL PROVISIONS," ARTICLE 1.05 "CODE OF ETHICS AND CONDUCT,"
OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS, IN ITS
ENTIRETY; PROVIDING THIS ORDINANCE IS CUMULATIVE OF ALL ORDINANCES;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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AYES:
Bauer, Beach, Tiffany, Sheridan, Ash, Flynn
NAYES:
None
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
6-0-1
12. Consider accepting the submission of the notice of a no -new -revenue tax rate of
$0.393354 per $100 taxable valuation and a voter -approval tax rate of $0.412864
per $100 taxable valuation for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025 and
ending September 30, 2026, setting a public hearing on Monday, September 8,
2025 at 7:00 pm for an ad valorem tax rate not -to -exceed $0.415469 per $100
taxable valuation for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025 and ending
September 30, 2026.
Finance Director April Duvall presented the proposed not -to -exceed property tax
rate for FY 25-26, explaining the distinctions between the Maintenance & Operations
(M&O) rate, which funds daily operations, and the Interest & Sinking (I&S) rate, which
funds debt service for capital projects. Staff recommends a not -to -exceed rate of
$0.415469, with a targeted adopted rate of $0.412864, equal to the voter -approval rate.
The final rate will be set at the September 8, 2025, public hearing.
Council Member Flynn moved to accept the submission of the notice of a no -new -
revenue tax rate of $0.393354 per $100 taxable valuation and a voter -approval tax rate
of $0.412864 per $100 taxable valuation for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025
and ending September 30, 2026, setting a public hearing on Monday, September 8, 2025
at 7:00 pm for an ad valorem tax rate not -to -exceed $0.415469 per $100 taxable valuation
for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025 and ending September 30, 2026.. Council
Member Sheridan seconded the motion.
AYES:
Bauer, Beach,
NAYES:
None
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
6-0-1
Tiffany, Sheridan, Ash, Flynn
13. Consider a resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Trophy Club restricting
Council Member, Place 1, Stacey Bauer's access to any public funds, including,
but not limited to, annual allocations for travel, training, memberships, and clothing
as provided for in Section 7.2 of the Town Council Rules of Procedure.
Council Member Sheridan introduced a resolution restricting Council Member
Bauer's access to Town -allocated funds, citing the prior vote of no confidence, attendance
concerns, and ongoing Town expenses related to legal matters and open records
requests. The Mayor and Council Member Flynn supported the resolution, stating it was
about Council Member Bauer's ability to perform her duties and the cost and reputational
impact to the Town. Council Member Beach opposed, recommending waiting for the
outcome of pending legal proceedings. Council Member Bauer did not speak on the item.
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Council Member Sheridan moved to approve Resolution No. 2025-16 restricting
Council Member, Place 1, Stacey Bauer's access to any public funds, including, but not
limited to, annual allocations for travel, training, memberships, and clothing as provided
for in Section 7.2 of the Town Council Rules of Procedure. Council Member Flynn
seconded the motion. The caption of the resolution reads as follows:
RESOLUTION NO. 20-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB,
TEXAS, RESTRICTING COUNCIL MEMBER, PLACE 1, STACEY BAUER'S ACCESS
TO ANY PUBLIC FUNDS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANNUAL
ALLOCATIONS FOR TRAVEL, TRAINING, MEMBERSHIPS, AND CLOTHING AS
PROVIDED FOR IN SECTION 7.2 OF THE TOWN COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
VOTE ON MOTION
AYES:
Tiffany, Sheridan, Ash, Flynn
NAYES:
Beach, Bauer
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
4-2-1
EXECUTIVE SESSION/OPEN SESSION
Pursuant to the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, the Town Council convened into
a Closed Executive Session at 7:50 p.m. and reconvened into Open Session at 8:31 p.m.
in accordance with the Texas Government Code regarding: Section 551.074 Personnel
Matters to deliberate the employment, evaluation, and/or duties of a public officer or
employee:
a) Town Secretary. No Action Taken.
Mayor Tiffany recognized Town Secretary Tammy Dixon, outlining her key
responsibilities of serving the community ensuring public access to information and
responsive assistance, supporting the Town Council, Mayor, and staff, and safeguarding
the Town's records, elections, and legal compliance, and expressed appreciation for her
service.
b) Town Manager:
15. Consider an amendment to the employment agreement between the Town of
Trophy Club and Town Manager Brandon Wright. (Dean Roggia, Town Attorney)
Council Member Beach moved to approve an amendment to the employment
agreement between the Town of Trophy Club and Town Manager Brandon Wright subject
to approval by the Town Attorney. Council Member Sheridan seconded the motion.
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AYES:
Bauer, Beach,
NAYES:
None
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
6-0-1
Tiffany, Sheridan, Ash, Flynn
16. Consider a severance agreement between the Town of Trophy Club and Town
Manager Brandon Wright. (Dean Roggia, Town Attorney)
Council Member Beach moved to approve an agreement between the Town of
Trophy Club and Town Manager Brandon Wright subject to approval by the Town
Attorney. Council Member Ash seconded the motion.
AYES:
Bauer, Beach,
NAYES:
None
ABSENT:
Rowe
VOTE:
6-0-1
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