Town Of Addison Weekly Update - January 13, 2023

Government and Politics

January 14, 2023

From: Town Of Addison

Council Updates

Addison Offices Closed on January 16 for MLK Day

Town offices, including the Athletic Club, will be closed on Monday, January 16 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you need to reach staff when offices are closed, please call the nonemergency public safety number at 972-450-7156. Trash and recycling collection will not be disrupted by the holiday and will be picked up as usual.

Nando's is Coming to Addison

The City Council approved a special use permit for Nando's in Village on the Parkway at its January 10 meeting. Nando’s is a fast-casual restaurant specializing in South African flavors. Founded in Johannesburg in 1987, it is known for its flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken and sauces. The restaurant, which showcases its Afro-Portuguese heritage through its food offerings, vibrant colors, and décor, has the largest collection of contemporary South African art in the world that is on display in its restaurants.

There are currently 48 Nando's locations within the United States. The Addison restaurant would be their third Texas location and first in the Dallas/Fort Worth market. The space was previously The Saffron House.

You can watch Council's Nando's discussion here and read the presentation here.

California-based, Technology-Driven Vet Clinic to Open in Prestonwood Shopping Center

Modern Animal, a technology-driven veterinary care provider, received CIty Council approval at the January 10 meeting for a special use permit that will pave the way for their newest location in Prestonwood Shopping Center. Incorporated in 2018 in California, the first clinic did not open until 2020 due to the pandemic, but the company has experienced rapid growth since. Modern Animal currently has six clinics in California, two locations coming soon to Austin, and two locations coming soon to Dallas/Fort Worth, including the Addison location.

Modern Animal uses a membership model for basic services, such as exams, telemedicine, and digital tools for pet owners. The clinic provides general practice veterinary care for canines and felines. Services offered on site include exams and diagnostics, vaccinations, surgery, and dental care. Modern Animal does not board pets overnight and does not offer grooming or cosmetic services.

You can watch Council's Modern Animal discussion here and read the presentation here.

Three-Story Building Approved for Village on the Parkway

In 2020, the City Council approved development plans for a two-story office/retail building in Village on the Parkway in the vacant lot adjacent to Whole Foods. The proposed structure was never constructed. At the January 10 Council meeting, the property owner requested, and the City Council approved, a modification to the development plans to allow the expansion of the project to a three-story office/retail building. The proposed structure will have offices on the second and third floors and a mix of retail and restaurant space on the ground floor. The new plans reorient the building on the site to allow for open space at the front of the building, move parking to the rear of the building, and feature a new building facade.

You can watch Council's Village on the Parkway discussion here and read the presentation here.

CWD Gives 2021 Annual Report

Since 2015, Community Waste Disposal (CWD) has partnered with Addison to provide garbage and recycling services to approximately 1,800 single-family residents. At the January 10 City Council Meeting, CWD’s Municipal Coordinator Robert Medigovich gave an annual review for 2021 on the company’s services, recycling efforts, and awards.

CWD collects trash twice a week on Monday and Thursday and recycling once a week on Monday. During 2021, CWD only received 12 inquiries from Addison residents and one driver incident report. Residents recycled a total of 395 tons, which equates to the following saved resources:

- 6,715 Trees
- 150,100 Gallons of Oil
- 2,765,000 Gallons of Water
- 1,304 Yards of Landfill Space
- 1,619,500 Kilowatt Hours of Electricity

CWD partners with Addison’s Special Events Department to offer recycling at Taste Addison, Kaboom Town!, and Oktoberfest. The success of these efforts earned a 2022 Extraordinary Recycling at Special Events award from the State of Texas Alliance for Recycling (STAR). STAR is a nonprofit whose mission is to advance recycling through partnerships, education, and advocacy for the benefit of Texas.

You can watch Council's CWD discussion here and read the presentation here.

John Meleky Recognized for Service on Planning & Zoning Commission

Mayor Joe Chow recognized and thanked John Meleky at the January 10 City Council Meeting for serving on the Planning & Zoning Commission for the past six years. Board and commission members in Addison may serve up to three consecutive two-year terms. The Mayor also recognized Stephanie Baim, who was unable to attend the meeting, for her service on the Community Partners Bureau.

Many thanks to John and Stephanie for sharing their time and talents with the community.

You can watch the recognition here.

Candidate Packets for May 2023 City Council Election Now Available

Packets to file for the May 2023 City Council election are now available in the City Secretary's office at Town Hall, 5300 Belt Line Road, Monday through Friday from 8am - 5pm. The packet can also be downloaded on the Town's website. Wednesday, January 18 is the first official day to file for the election. The last day to file is on Friday, February 17 at 5pm.

Please contact City Secretary Irma Parker at [email protected] or 972-450- 7017 with any questions.

For more information on the May 2023 municipal election click here.

Community Meeting to Discuss Addison's Housing and Redevelopment Policy Scheduled for February 15

In response to questions regarding the Town's approach to its housing and redevelopment policy by a group of residents, a special community meeting has been scheduled for 6pm on Wednesday, February 15 at the Addison Conference Centre to discuss the topic in more detail.

Upcoming Public Hearings

The following Public Hearings will take place at the January 17 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting at the Addison TreeHouse (14681 Midway Road). The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6pm and the full agenda will be posted on the Town's website three days prior.

Case 1871Z/3820 Belt Line Road (Frost Bank). Hold a Public Hearing on a Recommendation regarding an Ordinance Amending the Development Plans for Planned Development (PD) District Ordinance No. O22-27 for a 1.47 Acre Property located at 3820 Belt Line Road, to Allow for the Construction of a proposed Bank with a Drive-Through and associated Site Improvements.

Case 1860-Z/Addison Circle Station - Phase I. Hold a Public Hearing on a Recommendation regarding an Ordinance Rezoning 13.7 Acres generally located at the Southeast Corner of Addison Road and Festival Way and the Northeast Corner of Quorum Drive and Arapaho Road, from Commercial-1 (C-1), Planned Development (PD), and Urban Center (UC), to a new Planned Development (PD) Zoning District, to Allow a Transit-Oriented Mixed Use Development Comprised of Multifamily Residential, Office, Parking, Restaurant, Retail, and Entertainment Uses, and Associated Public and Private Open Space and Common Areas, Through the Approval of a Concept Plan and Development Standards.

Case 1872-Z/Office & Parking Structure, Lots 1 and 5X, Block A, Addison Circle Station – Phase I. Hold a Public Hearing on a Recommendation regarding an Ordinance Adopting a Development Plan for Lots 1 and 5X, Block A of Addison Circle Station – Phase I, Including a Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Facade and Floor Plans for an Office Building with Ground Floor Retail/Restaurant Uses, a Parking Structure, Site Access Drives, and Addison Road and Festival Way Streetscape Improvements on and adjacent to a 2.7 Acre Property at the Southeast Corner of Addison Road and Festival Way.

Case 1873-Z/Retail Node, Lot 2, Block A, Addison Circle Station – Phase I. Hold a Public Hearing on a Recommendation regarding an Ordinance Adopting a Development Plan for Lot 2, Block A of Addison Circle Station – Phase I, Including a Site Plan and Landscape Plan for the construction of Emergency Access Drives, Pedestrian Ways, and Festival Way Streetscape Improvements on and adjacent to a 1.9 Acre Property generally located South of Festival Way and 400 Feet West of Quorum Drive.

Case 1874-Z/Multifamily Tower, Lot 3, Block A, Addison Circle Station – Phase I. Hold a Public Hearing on a Recommendation regarding an Ordinance Adopting a Development Plan for Lot 3, Block A of Addison Circle Station – Phase I, Including a Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Facade and Floor Plans for a Multifamily Residential Building with Ground Floor Retail/Restaurant Uses, and Festival Way and Quorum Drive Streetscape Improvements on and adjacent to a 1.8 Acre Property at the Southwest Corner of Quorum Drive and Festival Way.

Case 1875-Z/Multifamily Midrise, Lot 1, Block B, Addison Circle Station Phase I. Hold a Public Hearing on a Recommendation regarding an Ordinance Adopting a Development Plan for Lot 1, Block B, Addison Circle Station – Phase I, and the realignment of Spectrum Drive, Including a Site Plan, Landscape Plan, Facade and Floor Plans for a Multifamily Residential Building with Ground Floor Retail/Restaurant Uses, and Arapaho Road and Quorum Drive Streetscape Improvements on and adjacent to a 3.5 Acre Property at the Northeast Corner of Arapaho Road and Quorum Drive, and bisected by Spectrum Drive.

Around Town

Come Meet the New City Manager on January 25

Addison is hosting a Meet and Greet for the new city manager on Wednesday, January 25 from 5pm - 6:30pm at the Athletic Club. Make plans to stop by and welcome David Gaines to the community.

DART Silver Line Community Meeting Scheduled for January 19

DART and its Design-Build Contractor, Archer Western Herzog (AWH), are hosting an in-person biannual community meeting on Thursday, January 19 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Addison TreeHouse to review the progress of the DART Silver Line Regional Rail Project.

Representatives from both organizations will be on hand to outline the latest design and construction developments and answer your questions. The project will provide regional rail service along the 26-mile-long Silver Line corridor from DFW International Airport to Plano.

Presentations during the meeting will include:

- Project Facts and Updates
- Design-Build Update
- Betterments Program Progress
- Vehicle Design Progress
- Hike & Bike Trail Progress
- Construction Progress
- Community Engagement Update
- Safety Education Update

Registration Now Open for Citizens Academy

Every 18 months, Addison offers a Citizens Academy that provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Town’s operations. Participants will learn what makes Addison great through tours, activities, and face-to-face interaction with Town leaders and staff. The next session kicks off Thursday, March 16 and applications are now available.

The Citizens Academy consists of a Kick-off Dinner, four Saturday sessions, and a graduation ceremony. The Saturday sessions run from 8am to about 4pm each week and the Kick-off Dinner and graduation ceremony last about 90 minutes each. The planned schedule for the Spring 2023 Academy Session is:

- Thursday, March 16: Kick-off Dinner and Opening Session
- Saturday, March 18 - Learn about your City Council's duties, how the Town manages its finances and how we recruit and retain top talent in a competitive job market. Also hear how staff plans for and attracts business talent and tourists into the community.
- Saturday, March 25 - ???????Learn the ins and outs of how the Town maintains its beautiful parks and infrastructure such as streets, water and more. Spend time getting to know how we promote the community through our award-winning marketing efforts.
- Saturday, April 1 - ??????Learn more about the Town's world class events and airport and the impact these have on the community.
- Saturday, April 8 - Get to know Addison's public safety programs through informative sessions and tours.
- Tuesday, April 11 - Graduation Reception and Ceremony - The Citizens Academy graduation will be held during the City Council meeting work session.

To learn more about the Citizens Academy and register for the new session, visit the Town’s website here.

20th Public Art Addition by AAF in Addison

The Addison Arbor Foundation (AAF) completed its 20th public art installation on Wednesday, January 11. Aikido, a bronze, steel, and glass kinetic sculpture created by artist David B. Hickman in 2000, is located at the new Galaxy Fixed Base Operator (FBO) site at Addison Airport across from Addison Circle Park. Originally installed in a courtyard in the Addison Circle District, AAF purchased the piece from MAA (formerly Post Properties) and restored it in 2018.

The sculpture was installed by John Galletta of 2G Art Services with the assistance of the Town of Addison Parks Department staff. A ribbon cutting will be scheduled at a later date.

Are You in the Market for a New Home?

Are you interested in buying a new home, but don't know where to start? The Addison Athletic Club is hosting Finance 101: Home Buying on Tuesday, January 24 from 6pm - 7:30pm to answer questions about the home buying and closing process, finance options, and more. Registration is free to all club members. Please email Luis Ibarra at [email protected] to reserve your spot.

How to Stay Informed

Addison shares information with the community in a number of different ways. Here are some ways you can stay updated on the latest news:

Website:

- www.addisontexas.net: Find alerts and updates on the homepage and department-specific updates on department pages
- www.addisontexas.net/Midway: Find information on the Midway Road Revitalization Project and subscribe for project email and text updates
- www.addisonalert.com: Get alerts about severe weather and other emergencies in the Town of Addison, as well as register to receive updates on Town program

Social Media:

- Addison Facebook

- Visit Addison Facebook

- Addison Twitter

- Visit Addison Twitter

- NextDoor

Addison Newsletters: For a description of and to subscribe to all of Addison's newsletters, click here.

If you have specific questions, please contact Addison's Marketing Department at [email protected].

Important Numbers and Websites

Town Hall:

972-450-7000

Non-emergency Police Dispatch: