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Declining — less community discussion. 0 comments in the last 30 days, 5 the 60 before.

Public comments (23)

SupportiveTaylor BrownAug 4, 2026

Introduced himself as a lifelong resident and MPA graduate seeking appointment to the Board of Ethics.

City Council — August 4, 2026 · 2:51:13 →
OpposedCarly WalkerAug 4, 2026

Urged the council to ban data centers indefinitely due to noise, pollution, and quality of life concerns.

City Council — August 4, 2026 · 3:20:15 →
SupportiveVicki ByrdAug 4, 2026

Expressed her readiness and qualifications to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission.

City Council — August 4, 2026 · 2:56:57 →
ConcernedEva GrecoAug 4, 2026

Highlighted ongoing road construction hazards, debris, and lack of safety barriers on local streets.

City Council — August 4, 2026 · 2:27:34 →
SupportiveWill BassAug 4, 2026

AdvOCated for his appointment to the Airport Advisory Board, citing his professional construction estimation experience.

City Council — August 4, 2026 · 2:42:59 →
OpposedDenise GalettaJul 14, 2026

Objected to the high density and loss of quiet rural feel in the established neighborhood.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:32:14 →
OpposedCasey KennecuttJul 14, 2026

Expressed concern over local infrastructure capacity, water line issues, and neighborhood compatibility.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:31:54 →
OpposedLisa GalettaJul 14, 2026

Asked council to vote no to preserve the lovely area and unique Denton vibe.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:33:46 →
OpposedJoe LanhamJul 14, 2026

Expressed strong opposition to the Bolivar Street duplex rezoning due to traffic, narrow streets, and parking congestion.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 6:56:50 →
OpposedSam BunnJul 14, 2026

Expressed frustration as the immediate neighbor to the north regarding parking lot placement and high-density impact on a quiet neighborhood.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:13:19 →
OpposedCandace DowningJul 14, 2026

Shared concerns about safety, lack of neighborhood fit, and potential quality of life impacts from the high-density project.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:17:36 →
SupportiveJordan ScruggsJul 14, 2026

Spoke in support of the property owner, highlighting their positive rental experience and provision of affordable student housing.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:20:41 →
SupportiveCarmen EnnsJul 14, 2026

Supported the project, praising the property owner's management and the need for comfortable, reasonably priced rental housing.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:23:10 →
OpposedElizabeth HurtadoJul 14, 2026

Opposed the rezoning, citing negative experiences living next to shared parking lots and concerns over permanent zoning changes.

City Council — July 14, 2026 · 4:25:52 →
SupportiveHannah HaberJul 1, 2026

Representing the applicant, she presented the rezoning request to change 9.4 acres from rural residential to R1.

Planning and Zoning Commission — July 1, 2026 · 1:42:02 →
ConcernedPrudence SanchezJun 16, 2026

Expressed concern over uncollected municipal mowing liens on sheriff sale properties and biohazard cleanup burdens on landowners.

City Council — June 16, 2026 · 35:23 →
NeutralUnidentified ResidentApr 29, 2026

Asked a question regarding agricultural tax exemptions for undersized rural properties following a rezoning change.

Planning and Zoning Commission — April 29, 2026 · 1:47:14 →
ConcernedBarbara KuzmaApr 21, 2026

Expressed concern about the scale, tree removal, and traffic impacts of a new four-story mini-storage building near Country Club Road and Fort Worth Drive.

City Council — April 21, 2026 · 2:00:48 →
SupportiveNathan ToonMar 18, 2026

The applicant spoke in support of the rezoning request, explaining that the property is leased to a nearby car dealership for excess inventory parking.

Planning and Zoning Commission — March 18, 2026 · 1:08:37 →
ConcernedDana ZoltnerFeb 17, 2026

Requested an amendment to the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance to ensure architectural consistency with established neighborhoods.

City Council — February 17, 2026 · 1:38:50 →
OpposedJoe LanghamJan 15, 2026

Opposed the rezoning due to existing traffic issues and lack of parking for visitors, stating the proposed density is too much for the neighborhood.

Planning and Zoning Commission — January 14, 2026 · 29:44 →
OpposedDenise GalettaJan 15, 2026

Opposed the rezoning, citing concerns about increased density, traffic, parking, and precedent-setting in an established residential neighborhood.

Planning and Zoning Commission — January 14, 2026 · 25:46 →
OpposedSam BunnJan 15, 2026

Expressed concern about the number of cars (16) from the proposed duplexes being directed at his house and the impact on street congestion and privacy.

Planning and Zoning Commission — January 14, 2026 · 31:55 →

News & external sources (10)

City of Denton News

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Public Hearing: Z25-0017a/Denton Striker • Denton, TX

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Public Hearing: DCA26-0002a, SED Overlay Districts • Denton, TX

Public Hearing: DCA26-0002a, SED Overlay Districts Development Notices Posted on May 06, 2026 | Last Updated on May 06,...

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Public Hearing: Z26-0005 Winston-Cox Waterworx • Denton, TX

Public Hearing: Z26-0005 Winston-Cox Waterworx Development Notices Posted on May 06,...

City of Denton News

Public Hearing: Z26-0003b Rifkin Addition

Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a request by Aimee Bissett of McAdams, on behalf of the property owner, Joel Rifkin, to rezone appro

City of Denton News

Public Hearing: DCA26-0007, Data Center Code Amendment

The City of Denton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas regarding proposed amendments to the Data Center standards of the Denton D

City of Denton News

Public Hearing: Z26-0003a Rifkin Addition

The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a request by Aimee Bissett of McAdams, on behalf of the prop

City of Denton News

Public Hearing: Z25-0018b Denton Duplexes

The City of Denton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas regarding a request by McAdams   Company on behalf of the property ow

City of Denton News

Public Hearing: PDA26-0004/Denton Joint West Venture

The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a request by Denton West Joint Venture for an amendment to a

City of Denton News

Public Hearing: DCA26-0004, Comprehensive Code Amendment

Hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a proposed comprehensive amendment to the Denton Development Code; amendments include, but are not limited to, Subs