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MURPHY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 2, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS 206 NORTH MURPHY ROAD MURPHY, TEXAS 75094 NOTICE is hereby given of a meeting of the City Council of the City of Murphy, Collin County, State of Texas, to be held on December 2, 2025, at Murphy City Hall for the purpose of considering the following items. The City Council reserves the right to meet in Executive Session closed to the public at any time in the course of this meeting to discuss matters listed on the agenda, as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including §551.071 (private consultation with the attorney for the City); §551.072 (discussing purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property); §551.074 (discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel); and Scott Bradley §551.087 (discussing economic development negotiations). Any decision held on such matters will Mayor be taken or conducted in Open Session following the conclusion of the Executive Session. Elizabeth Abraham Pursuant to Section 551.127, Texas Government Code, one or more Councilmembers may attend this meeting remotely using video conferencing technology. The video and audio feed of the video Mayor Pro Tem conferencing equipment can be viewed and heard by the public at the address posted above as the location of the meeting. A quorum will be physically present at the posted meeting location of City Jené Butler Hall. Deputy Mayor Pro Tem W. Scott Smith 1. CALL TO ORDER Council Member 2. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Andrew Chase Council Member 3. ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF A QUORUM Ken Oltmann Council Member 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS The Council Chambers is open to the public. This portion of the Laura Deel agenda is the public's opportunity to address the Council about any Council Member item listed on the agenda, except public hearings, or to provide a general comment. Comments related to public hearings will be heard Aretha Adams when the specific hearing begins. Public comments are limited to five City Manager (5) minutes per speaker, unless otherwise required by law. Per the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Council is not permitted to act on or Jared Mayfield Assistant City Manager discuss any item not listed on the agenda. Items suggested for action may be placed on a future agenda, at the Council's sole discretion. Kandi Jackson City Secretary 5. MAYOR'S REPORT ________________ __ 6. PRESENTATIONS 7. CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS A. Upcoming Events. Aretha Adams, City Manager Staff Report-(2021) - Pdf 8. INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION A. Consider and/or Act on the November 18, 2025, Regular Council & Work Session Meeting Minutes. Kandi Jackson, TRMC, City Secretary 2025 11 18 Work Session & Regular City Council Meeting B. Consider and/or Act on the establishment of the Public Art in Page 1 of 22  Murphy Program, to be funded by the established Community Enhancement Grant Program, including the purchase of two pieces of public art. Reagan Rothenberger, AICP, Director of Community & Economic Development Staff Report-(2020) - Pdf C. Consider and/or Act on the amendment of the REVAMP Grant Program Guidelines. Reagan Rothenberger, AICP, Director of Community & Economic Development Staff Report-(2026) - Pdf D. Consider and/or Act on appointing members to serve a one-year term on the Historical Resources Advisory Committee for Places 1-7, beginning January 2026. Kandi Jackson, TRMC, City Secretary Staff Report-(2022) - Pdf E. Consider and/or Act on appointing a member of the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee to serve a one-year term as Chairperson. Kandi Jackson, TRMC, City Secretary Staff Report-(2023) - Pdf 9. EXECUTIVE SESSION In accordance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, the City Council will now recess into Executive Session (closed meeting) to discuss the following: A. § 551.074 Deliberation regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee, re: (i)Alternates to Board of Adjustment (ii) Alternates to Planning & Zoning 10. RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION The City Council will reconvene into Regular Session, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 551, Subchapter D, Texas Government Code, to take any action necessary regarding: A. § 551.074 Deliberation regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee, re: (i)Alternates to Board of Adjustment (ii) Alternates to Planning & Zoning 11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Council Members may request topics for future agenda meetings. No member of the City Council may discuss any of the requested subjects until such matter has been properly placed on the agenda. 12. ADJOURNMENT I certify that this is a true and correct copy of the Murphy City Council Meeting Agenda and that this notice was posted on the designated bulletin board at Murphy City Hall, 206 North Murphy Road, Murphy, Texas 75094, a place convenient and readily accessible to the public at all times, and said notice was posted on November 24, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. and will remain posted continuously for 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. Page 2 of 22  Kandi Jackson, TRMC City Secretary In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the City of Murphy will provide reasonable accommodations for persons attending public meetings at City Hall. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services must be received at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Please contact the City Secretary at 972.468.4011 or kjackson@murphytx.org. Notice of Possible Quorum: There may be a quorum of the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, the Board of Adjustment, the Building and Fire Code Appeals Board, the Ethics Review Commission, the Murphy Community Development Corporation, the Murphy Municipal Development District Board, the Park and Recreation Board and/or the Planning and Zoning Commission members who may be present at the meeting or attending virtually, but they will not deliberate on any city or board business. Page 3 of 22  Agenda Item 7. A. Administration December 2, 2025 ISSUE: Upcoming Events. Aretha Adams, City Manager SUMMARY: 2025 Jingle Jog 5K & Reindeer Dash - December 6, 2025, at Murphy Central Park, 550 N Murphy Rd. The race will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the awards ceremony will begin at 11:45 a.m. The course is fast, flat, and features beautiful views of the Maxwell Creek Nature Preserve Trails. Come dressed in the holiday spirit and jingle all the way to the finish line. All participants will receive a long-sleeve shirt, a Finisher medal, a jingle bell, and a bib. Learn more about this event and register on our website at www.murphytx.org. Christmas in the Park - December 6, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Murphy City Hall Complex, 206 N. Murphy Rd. We will have live performances, holiday crafts, delicious food and treats, local vendors, live reindeer, Snow Tube, and photos with Santa. The highlight of the night will be the official Murphy Christmas Tree lighting between 5:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., which brings the park to life with holiday magic. This is a free, family-friendly event. For more details and parking information, visit our website at www.murphytx.org. Council Meeting - The next City Council Meeting will be held on January 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Page 4 of 22  Agenda Item 8. A. MURPHY CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 18, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS WORK SESSION IN COMMUNITY ROOM 206 NORTH MURPHY ROAD MURPHY, TEXAS 75094 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Scott Bradley called to order the Regular City Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m. 2. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Scott Bradley gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF A QUORUM COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Scott Bradley Mayor Pro Tem Elizabeth Abraham Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jené Butler Council Member Scott Smith Council Member Andrew Chase Council Member Ken Oltmann Council Member Laura Deel . COUNCIL ABSENT: 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jeremy Herrera (address on file) spoke regarding a library in the City of Murphy. Owais Khan (address on file) spoke regarding the incident at Original Mocha. 5. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Scott Bradley stated he had a great conversation with the residents in the Maxwell Creek Subdivision. 6. PRESENTATIONS A. Presentation - Water Loss Update. Donald Reese, Public Works Director Public Works Director Donald Reese presented the water loss update. 7. CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS A. Upcoming Events. Aretha Adams, City Manager City Manager Aretha Adams provided the following upcoming events. 2025 Jingle Jog 5K & Reindeer Dash - December 6, 2025, at Murphy Central Park, 550 N. Murphy Rd. The race will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the awards ceremony will begin at 11:45 a.m. The course is fast, flat, and features beautiful views of the Maxwell Creek Nature Preserve Trails. Come dressed in the holiday spirit and jingle all the way to the finish line. All participants will receive a long- Page 5 of 22  Agenda Item 8. A. Page 2 of 5 City Council November 18, 2025 sleeve shirt, a Finisher medal, a jingle bell, and a bib. Learn more about this event and register on our website at www.murphytx.org. Christmas in the Park - December 6, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Murphy City Hall Complex, 206 N. Murphy Rd. We will have live performances, holiday crafts, delicious food and treats, local vendors, live reindeer, Snow Tube, and photos with Santa. The highlight of the night will be the official Murphy Christmas Tree lighting between 5:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., which brings the park to life with holiday magic. This is a free, family-friendly event. For more details and parking information, visit our website at www.murphytx.org Council Meeting - The next City Council Meeting will be held on December 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. 8. CONSENT AGENDA All consent agenda items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately. A. Consider and/or Act on the November 4, 2025, Regular Council Meeting Minutes. Kandi Jackson, TRMC, City Secretary B. Consider and/or Act on a Resolution accepting the public improvements for the Enclave at Maxwell Creek Phase 1 Addition, generally located in the 300 block of S. McCreary Road, and providing for an immediate effective date. Reagan Rothenberger, AICP, Director of Community & Economic Development C. Consider and/or Act on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a services agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the purpose of purchasing, installing, and maintaining the Motorola Flex CAD and RMS system. Jeff Gibson, Police Chief COUNCIL ACTION: (Item 8. A.B.C. Res. No. 25-R- APPROVED 1158 & 25-R-1159) Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jené Butler moved to approve Consent Agenda as presented. Council Member Andrew Chase seconded the motion. For: Unanimous. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0. 9. INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION A. Hold a public hearing and Consider and/or Act an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Murphy Code of Ordinances Division 5, Section 30.07.141 - 143, "Home Occupation Regulations". Reagan Rothenberger, AICP, Director of Community and Economic Development Director of Community and Economic Development Reagan Rothenberger presented the item. Mayor Scott Bradley opened the public hearing at 6:32 p.m. No one spoke for or against. Mayor Scott Bradley closed the public hearing at 6:32 p.m. Page 6 of 22  Agenda Item 8. A. Page 3 of 5 City Council November 18, 2025 COUNCIL ACTION: (Item 9. A. Ord. No. 25-11-1400) APPROVED Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jené Butler moved to approve an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Murphy Code of Ordinances Division 5, Section 30.07.141-143, "Home Occupation Regulations." Council Member Laura Deel seconded the motion. For: Unanimous. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0. B. Hold a public hearing and Consider and/or Act on an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Murphy Code of Ordinances Division 2, Section 154 "Notice of Public Hearing". Reagan Rothenberger, AICP, Director of Community and Economic Development Director of Community and Economic Development Reagan Rothenberger presented the item. Mayor Scott Bradley opened the public hearing at 6:36 p.m. No one spoke for or against. Mayor Scott Bradley closed the public hearing at 6:36 p.m. COUNCIL ACTION: (Item 9. B. Ord. No. 25-11-1401) APPROVED Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jené Butler moved to approve an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Murphy Code of Ordinances Division 2, Section 154 "Notice of Public Hearing." Council Member W. Scott Smith seconded the motion. For: Unanimous. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0. C. Consider and/or Act on a Resolution casting seven (7) votes for the Collin County Central Appraisal District Board of Directors for a Four-Year Term beginning January 1, 2026. Kandi Jackson, TRMC, City Secretary COUNCIL ACTION: (Item 9. C. Res. No. 25-R-1160) APPROVED Council Member Kenneth Oltmann moved to approve a Resolution casting seven (7) votes for the Collin County Central Appraisal District Board of Directors for a Four-Year Term beginning January 1, 2026, as follows. Jerry Tartaglino - 3 votes, Michelle Howarth -3 votes, and Baine Brooks - 1 vote. Council Member W. Scott Smith seconded the motion. For: Unanimous. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0. 10. EXECUTIVE SESSION In accordance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, the City Council recessed into Executive Session (closed meeting) at 6:39 p.m. to discuss the following: A. §551.071. (1) and (2) Attorney Consult. For Council to seek advice of its attorney about pending or contemplated litigation or a settlement offer and to consultation with an Attorney on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter regarding: (i) Restore the Grasslands LLC and Harrington/Turner Enterprises, LP Wastewater Page 7 of 22  Agenda Item 8. A. Page 4 of 5 City Council November 18, 2025 Treatment Plant. B. § 551.072: Deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property re: (i) Project Hank (ii)Williford Property 11. RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION The City Council reconvened into Regular Session at 7:24 p.m., pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 551, Subchapter D, Texas Government Code, to take any action necessary regarding: A. §551.071. (1) and (2) Attorney Consult. For Council to seek advice of its attorney about pending or contemplated litigation or a settlement offer and to consultation with an Attorney on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter regarding: (i) Restore the Grasslands LLC and Harrington/Turner Enterprises, LP Wastewater Treatment Plant. B. § 551.072: Deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property re: (i) Project Hank (ii)Williford Property COUNCIL ACTION: NO ACTION TAKEN 12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Council Members may request topics for future agenda meetings. No member of the City Council may discuss any of the requested subjects until such matter has been properly placed on the agenda. No future agenda items were presented. 13. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Scott Bradley adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:24. and stated we will reconvene into Work Session in the Community Room. 14. RECONVENE INTO WORK SESSION Mayor Scott Bradley called the Work Session to order at 7:29 p.m. 15. PRESENTATIONS A. Presentation - Comprehensive Financial Policy Update. Berna Fitzpatrick- Walker, CGFO, Finance Director Finance Director Berna Fitzpatrick-Walker presented the Comprehensive Financial Policy Update. After some discussion, Council directed staff to continue with their recommendations and bring them for consideration to the first Council Meeting Page 8 of 22  Agenda Item 8. A. Page 5 of 5 City Council November 18, 2025 in February 2026. 16. ADJOURNMENT With no further business, Mayor Scott Bradley adjourned the Work Session Meeting at 7:53 p.m. APPROVED BY: ATTEST: Scott Bradley, Mayor Kandi Jackson, City Secretary Page 9 of 22  Agenda Item 8. B. Economic & Community Development December 2, 2025 ISSUE: Consider and/or Act on the establishment of the Public Art in Murphy Program, to be funded by the established Community Enhancement Grant Program, including the purchase of two pieces of public art. Reagan Rothenberger, AICP, Director of Community & Economic Development SUMMARY: In 2025, the City Council adopted the City of Murphy Strategic Plan. This plan provides a significant amount of input to the development of community enhancements within the city. Objective 4.3 states, "Celebrate parks, creeks, and urban ecosystems". The goals under this objective include "ensure parks have modern amenities" and "create engaging places to gather." Furthermore, during the formulation of the Master Plan, there have been several community comments requesting that the city consider public art. Therefore, the staff proposes the development and funding of a public art program in the City of Murphy under the existing Community Enhancement Grant Program. At this time, the only form of public art in Murphy is the Mural on the Murphy Activity Center. No three-dimensional forms of art exist. The City of Murphy has taken proactive steps to engage with the Murphy Veterans Tribute. A design for the tribute has been finalized and is to be located at the east end of the plaza on the east front of City Hall. The city is managing the construction of the project, which is now expected to be complete by May of 2026. The site will be anchored by a significant bronze statue, and the tribute will be a contemplative place for all to appreciate. Funding for this project is expected to come from existing funds raised by the Tribute Committee, including past City- granted funds, and a parks grant from Collin County. Prior to the engagement with the Tribute and the assumption of the management of the project, staff had also begun weighing options for a public art installation elsewhere. Since 2025 marks the twentieth anniversary of the dedication of the Murphy Municipal Complex, the site will be receiving some attention with new plantings on the east front of the building, as well as some improvements to the pond on the west front. Staff have been considering how public art may also play into this occasion. There are several identified locations for public art within the "planting circles" located on the pond walking trail of the west front of City Hall. Staff has engaged an artist named Dale Rogers of Massachusetts, who creates striking Cor-Ten sculptures for cities across the United States. His work has been examined, and his track record of working with municipalities is strong. Therefore, the staff proposes the purchase and installation of two Dale Rogers sculptures, "Wise Owl" and "Sitting Dog", and placing them in two particular locations on the west front of City Hall, adjacent to the pond. These would be highly visible to those walking the trail and would be great photo ops for families to enjoy. Page 10 of 22  Agenda Item 8. B. It is the staff's intention to use these installations as a springboard for the program. All would be installed in the spring of 2026. It is expected that an "art council" will be established so that future art installations will have greater community engagement. This engagement would include the identification of key sites and potential artworks. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City of Murphy has contributed funding toward the Veterans Tribute over its lifetime and has dedicated a site and staff time to ensure its completion. For the Dale Rogers Sculptures, the total estimated cost is $20,000, including installation. Staff proposes using a portion or all of the current $15,000 allocation of the budgeted Community Enhancement Grant Funds for this. The difference will come through either a budget amendment in the future or other cost savings found within the MCDC or MDD budget. The rationale for using the Community Enhancement Grant is that staff does not expect any applicants in FY26. The Historical Society has disbanded, and the Veterans Tribute is underway - these have been the only applicants over the past few years. ACTION REQUIRED: Consider and/or Act on the request for funding from the Community Enhancement Grant Program to establish the Public Art in Murphy Program, including the purchase of two pieces of public art. ATTACHMENTS: Art Presentation Page 11 of 22  Public Art in Murphy Under the Community Enhancement Grant Program, staff suggests establishing the Public Art in Murphy Program. The program will do two things: Fund and install art (for future installations, an “Art Council” may be established). Maintain and promote the arts existence through social media, website, marketing, etc. Agenda Item 8. B. Location Map Page 12 of 22  Murphy Veterans Tribute – Randolph Rose Collection Statue Not to scale. September 2024 Page 13 of 22 Agenda Item 8. B. Site Plan  City Hall Pond - Dale Rogers Cor-Ten Sculptures September 2024 Page 14 of 22 Agenda Item 8. B. Site Plan Wise Owl Sitting Dog  Proposed Public Art in FY26 September 2024 Page 15 of 22 Agenda Item 8. B. Site Plan  Agenda Item 8. C. Economic & Community Development December 2, 2025 ISSUE: Consider and/or Act on the amendment of the REVAMP Grant Program Guidelines. Reagan Rothenberger, AICP, Director of Community & Economic Development SUMMARY: In September 2021, the City of Murphy and Murphy Municipal Development District adopted the REVAMP (REVive & Advance Murphy's Prosperity) program. This is a simple 50/50 grant matching program intended for significant site improvements in the city. Since the time of its adoption, there has been only one applicant. City Staff desires to amend the Program Guidelines to potentially attract more applicants for the City's review and consideration. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Each request will be reviewed individually, with appropriate budget amendments occurring after respective approvals of grants. ACTION REQUIRED: Consider and/or act on the proposed amendments. ANALYSIS: Generally, the changes are based in first; adding further clarification as to what site improvements may be considered, and secondly; increasing the grant consideration amounts. Remember that the amounts proposed are not a funding amount guaranteed to any applicant, but rather a guide for applicants. Each application will be reviewed by the MMDD board and potentially City Council if the threshold is met. ATTACHMENTS: Program Guidelines - 2025 Revision Proposal Page 16 of 22  Agenda Item 8. C. revamp GRANTS For Existing Murphy Businesses Approved September 2021 Program Guidelines I. Introduction The REVAMP (REVive and Advance Murphy’s Prosperity) Grant program was established by the City of Murphy and the Murphy Municipal Development District (MMDD) to provide local businesses with assistance to improve their properties. The purpose of the program is to visibly enhance the physical appearance of Murphy’s commercial district. The program will provide fifty/fifty matching grants of up to $10,000 for the funding of well-designed improvements that will enhance the physical appearance of local businesses. Grants will be processed and considered on a first come, first considered basis to commercial property owners or business tenants. The program will remain open until funds are depleted for the fiscal year. Nothing herein shall imply or suggest that the City of Murphy or the MMDD are under any obligation to provide any grant to any applicant. II. Eligibility Criteria Grant funds are available only for exterior work on commercial properties that are visible from public streets. All of the following criteria must be meet for participation in this program: A. The commercial property must be located within the City of Murphy. B. Property may be owner-occupied or tenant-occupied. In the case of a tenant-occupied property, the applicant must have the owner’s consent and have at least two (2) years remaining on the lease. C. Business must be open a minimum of 12 months from issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. D. All taxes and other government fees and assessments must be current on the property. E. The property must be subject to the city’s ad valorem property tax. F. Non-profits, government offices, residences and home-based businesses are not eligible. G. Applicants who have an ongoing lawsuit or in any way parties to litigation against the City of Murphy are not eligible. III. Grant Assistance A. Program assistance is available for the following project categories: www.MurphyEDC.org | Page 1 of 4 Page 17 of 22  Agenda Item 8. C. 1) Building Improvements – upgrade a building exterior to meet the city’s Exterior Masonry Construction standards, Murphy Code of Ordinances Section 26.06, or otherwise significantly improve a building’s appearance from a main thoroughfare by the replacement of dated or worn materials, or inclusion of new visual features. Includes the replacement of or installation of new awnings and canopies, or major design changes with the addition of green spaces and creation of unique gathering spaces or environments. Maximum matching grant of $100,000. 2) Sign Improvements – new signs, renovation of existing signs, and removal of non- conforming (grandfathered) signs. Maximum matching grant of $10,000. 3)2) Other Property Improvements – items such as replacement of non-conforming signs, landscaping (no addition of greenspace added), parking lot improvements, lighting, and other site amenities such as outdoor seating areas.. Maximum matching grant of $510,000. B. Ineligible Improvements & Expenses include: 1) Interior improvements 2) New commercial construction 3) Exterior improvements away from located on the sides or rear of buildings out of street view 4) Parking lot re-striping only 5) Permitting fees 6) Architectural, survey or other professional fees 7) Sweat equity or “in-kind” services for labor 7)8) Repair of paving in a Fire Lane that is otherwise required by Fire Code. C. Grants are provided on a 50/50 matching basis with a cap of $10,000100,000 per property or business. D. Accumulative Maximum Grant: No property or business may receive more than $10,000100,000 in matching grants for one 12-month period. The following examples are provided to clarify different application scenarios: 1) Example 1: Applicant desires to do $9,000 in eligible Sign Improvements. By this policy, the maximum grant allowed by the max percentage (50%) would be $4,500. Further within a 12-month period the Applicant cannot receive more grants for Sign Improvements, but may apply and receive a second matching grant, not to exceed $5,500 ($10,000 max - $4,500 grant) for any project category other than signage. 2) Example 2: Applicant desires to do $22,000250,000 in eligible Building Improvements. By this policy, the maximum grant allowed by the max percentage (50%) would be $11,000125,000, but the maximum cap per property is $10,000100,000. The lesser of the two is $10,000100,000, which would be the maximum matching grant. Further, within a 12-month period the Applicant cannot receive additional grants for any enhancement projects. www.MurphyEDC.org | Page 2 of 4 Page 18 of 22  Agenda Item 8. C. E. Minimum grant provided by the CityThe city will not consider a grant less than shall be $2,5005,000 – a project total of $5,00010,000. F. Grants will not be provided for work that is already completed. G. All applications must contain a cost estimate/ bid from at least one qualified contractors or suppliers. H. Depending on the request, the applicant may be required to provide a site plan showing the address of the property and location of the proposed improvements. I. All improvements must be in compliance with standards set forth in the Murphy Code of Ordinances. J. Applicant is obligated to obtain all applicable permits and inspections related to the improvement project. Failure to do so will render the Applicant ineligible for grant funding. K. All work shall be completed within six (6) months from the date of the written agreement. If the applicant is unable to complete the work within this timeframe, applicant must make a written request for an extension. Extensions will be limited to two, 30-day periods. IV. Application Process A. Applicant is encouraged to meet with the Economic Development staff prior to application submittal. B. Applicant shall submit the completed “Application Form”, and all required detailed information to the Community & Economic Development Department, at: City Hall, 206 N. Murphy Rd, Murphy, TX, 75094. Or via email by sending the scanned documents to EcoDev@murphytx.org. C. Incomplete applications will not be considered. D. Applications will be considered on a monthly basis and must be submitted by the 10th date of the monthat least 30 days in advance in order to be considered the following month.of a MMDD meeting. E. Applications will be reviewed by the Economic Development staff and City Manager to determine viability, and whether the application is appropriate for review by the MMDD Board. City Staff, MMDD board, and/or City Council reserve the right to reject any application if the application does not clearly meet the goals and objectives of the City of Murphy. F. Grants of $5,000$10,000 or less can be approved solely by the MMDD board. Grants over $5,000$10,000 require the additional review and approval of City Council. G. The City may award applicant a grant with certain provisions, conditions, or other requirements as it may from time to time deem appropriate. H. A written performance agreement will be prepared and executed by all parties outlining the terms and conditions of any grants. V. Grant Payments A. The grant is set up as a single payment reimbursement to the applicant upon completion of the project. www.MurphyEDC.org | Page 3 of 4 Page 19 of 22  Agenda Item 8. C. B. An on-site inspection of the improvements will be performed by city staff. C. Payment of approved grants will be made to the applicant based on the terms of the written agreement. A reimbursement request form should be completed by the applicant and returned with receipts, bills paid affidavit, and other applicable documentation. Original receipts are not required; legible copies will suffice. D. The applicant shall be fully responsible for providing all documentation required of the agreement to the City of Murphy Economic Development staff in a timely manner such as copies of receipts, contracts, and other records required for any reimbursement. www.MurphyEDC.org | Page 4 of 4 Page 20 of 22  Agenda Item 8. D. City Secretary December 2, 2025 ISSUE: Consider and/or Act on appointing members to serve a one-year term on the Historical Resources Advisory Committee for Places 1-7, beginning January 2026. Kandi Jackson, TRMC, City Secretary SUMMARY: On June 3, 2025, the Council approved the creation of the Historic Resources Advisory Committee (HRAC) to help preserve the history of the City of Murphy, comprised of seven (7) members. Applications for all boards and commissions were accepted during September and October, with a deadline of October 17, 2025. A committee of three Council Members, comprised of Council Member Scott Smith (Place 2), Council Member Andrew Chase (Place 3), and Council Member Laura Deel (Place 5), made up the Boards & Commissions Interview Committee this year. On October 28, 2025, they interviewed 13 applicants for consideration for all expiring terms on Boards and Commissions. Seven of those applicants will be appointed to the HRAC. For your convenience, the complete list of applicants is provided below. Jaskiran Kaur Ahmed Al Hassan Matthew Rivers Michael Padilla Syed Musanna Julie Johnson Kendra Walden Senthilkumar Kumaraswamy (SK) Susy Gulley Heather Jones Erin Pietrasik Jacob Coleman Amanda Turner ACTION REQUIRED: Council to appoint seven applicants as members to the Historical Resources Advisory Committee (HRAC) as recommended by the Interview Committee. Page 21 of 22  Agenda Item 8. E. City Secretary December 2, 2025 ISSUE: Consider and/or Act on appointing a member of the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee to serve a one-year term as Chairperson. Kandi Jackson, TRMC, City Secretary SUMMARY: Article 4.02 Animal Shelter, Section 4.02.001 (e) states, " Officers. The city council shall appoint a chairperson for a one-year term. In addition, the committee shall have a vice-chairperson and a secretary who are elected by its members for one-year terms. The secretary of the committee shall keep a record of all proceedings of the committee." Animal Shelter Advisory Committee member Maggie Whitt has served as Chairperson since 2022. For your convenience, a list of eligible Animal Shelter Advisor Committee members and their terms is provided below. Maggie Whitt - 2022-2026 Stephanie Atwell - 2022-2026 Jessica Grubb - 2024-2026 ACTION REQUIRED: Council to appoint one Animal Shelter Advisory Committee member to serve a one-year term as Chairperson. Page 22 of 22