On this week’s edition of The Tawakoni Current

Which of these communities is not located on the shores of Lake Tawakoni?

A) Hawk Cove

B) East Tawakoni

C) Point

D) Lone Oak

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter!

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Colossians 3:12 niv

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”

These are the events in the area this week!

Additionally, you can find our google calendar that we have created, in case more events appear during the week, here!

TBC Animal Rescue- Adopt Locally! 

Every cowboy (or cowgirl) needs a loyal sidekick, and Jessie is ready to ride straight into your heart! Just like the fearless cowgirl from Toy Story, Jessie is full of spirit, love, and adventure. All she’s missing is her forever partner to share the journey.

This sweet girl is looking for a family to call her own—a place where she can trade rescue life for backyard adventures, cozy evenings, and a lifetime of unconditional love. Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors or relaxing after a long day, Jessie will be right by your side through it all.

There’s a best friend waiting at the end of every trail… and her name is Jessie.

Saying he did not believe the citizens were getting their value from the city working on a four-day work week, the City of West Tawakoni employees are scheduled to return to a five-day work week on Oct. 1.

City Councilman Gregg Sprinkel made the motion to return to five-day work week. Cecelia Irvan, Place 5, seconded the motion, which passed, 4-1, with Chad Jacoby, Place 1, casting the only “no” vote.

The city administrator said they surveyed 17 cities on their work weeks and 8 were still 5-day, and of those 8, four were open half a day on Fridays.Sprinkel said he never got calls about the city not answering the phone until they went to a four-day work week.

Donna Millburn, chair of the city’s Economic Development Corporation, asked the council to reconsider the city’s policy on permit fees, especially for new businesses. One of the businesses the EDC was working with bowed out when they applied for construction permits and came out to $23,250. “That’s $20,000 more than Quinlan’s. We would like to see permit fees closer to Quinlan’s and preferably a little lower so we can compete,” said Millburn.

She said the EDC can work with the city and offered $100,000 to use toward the infrastructure projects of new businesses. She said EDC revenues from its share of the sales tax received in the city are down from last year’s. “We received $128,167 last year, but have only received $60,261 this year,” said the EDC chair. They estimate the revenues this year will be approximately $90,000. Most of this is as a result of businesses closing, such as PennyMart, Floor & Moore and others. She urged the council to take into consideration their request for being more business friendly and encouraged members to attend training on ways city’s can attract new business, such as abatement programs.

In other action, the council voted to go for a five-year extension with Axon Enterprises for the police department’s equipment, rather than the suggested 10-year extension.

Council will take up James Chemplamkal’s suggestion of seeking to trade “an acre for an acre” of the EDC property for the city’s by the park for a new city hall. “I would like to see if the EDC would be in favor of this trade,” said the Place 4 councilman. Millburn said she would need to ask the EDC board if it was willing to make such a trade. After much discussion, Mayor Chris Burkett set a workshop for 6 pm Thursday, July 23. That would be before the council budget workshop set to start at 6:30.

Establishing an emergency services district for Southern Hunt County is now up to the voters in November.

Hunt County Commissioners examined the petitions, cut out petitioners in Hawk Cove and its extra territorial jurisdiction and still had more than enough signatures to call the election. Attorney Daniel Ray said there were more than 150 signatures verified and it only needs 100 to call the election.

ESD 2 proposition will go before the voters during the November general election. will be during the November election, but different propositions will be needed for West Tawakoni voters.

Fire departments in the ESD are South Hunt, West Tawakoni and Tawakoni South. They plan at least three town hall meetings in each area to answer all questions regarding the district.

ESD have taxing authority up to 10 cents per $100 valuation. County commissioners are to appoint a five-member board, which will establish tax rates up to 10 cents. This board is tasked with setting the ESD budget, annual outside auditors and administrative duties.

The City of Hawk Cove opted out of allowing its residents to vote to be included in the ESD, thus will not be voting in the November election. There are methods where they may join at a later date, if so desired.

View info about the ESD here!

Aaron Adel recently earned the Certified Public Manager (CPM) designation through the Texas Certified Public Manager Program, which is administered by Texas State University.She completed the program in June 2026.

Adel, AICP, is the City Administrator for the City of Quinlan. She began serving in that role in June 2025 after previously holding leadership positions with the City of Heath, including Interim City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Community Development Director, and Planning Director.

She is also a certified planner (AICP – American Institute of Certified Planners). As Quinlan's City Administrator, she oversees the city's day-to-day operations and works with the mayor and city council on administration, budgeting, planning, and economic development.

The Certified Public Manager (CPM) program is a nationally recognized professional development program for public-sector managers. It focuses on practical leadership and management skills, including: Strategic leadership, Public budgeting and financial management, Human resources and personnel management.

Lake Tawakoni Regional Chamber of Commerce will meet for its monthly fellowship and luncheon at DC Cannon Elementary School today (Thursday) starting at 11:45 am.

Hosted by Quinlan ISD and the City of Quinlan, the chamber will be celebrating the opening of Quinlan Community Park’s expansion and Stacy Earls Tree Dedication.

This month’s luncheon will take place in the school cafeteria before moving over to the park for the ceremony. Lunch will be catered by Jefe’s Mexican Restaurant and is sponsored by Linebarger Groggan and Blair Law Firm.

Member of the month is The Cloisters of West Tawakoni and non-profit member is Tawakoni Civic Club.

“The monthly luncheon is a great opportunity to meet other business and community leaders and a great source of information about our hosts, upcoming events,” said co-director Dena Sweeney. “We hope folks will pre-register so we can get an accurate head count for lunch.”

You can find the event here!

Following a public hearing Monday, the Quinlan City Council approved a request to annex 13.82 acres into the city limits.

Located east of the intersection of West Main Street (Business SH276) and SH276 and it is within the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction. Several persons commented during the public hearing, however no real objections. The annexation sets in motion the development of possible apartments, town homes and commercial establishments.

Council authorized City Administrator Aaron Adel to execute an agreement with Hayter Engineering for professional engineering services on an “as needed” basis.

It approved an ordinance granting a variance to the Quinlan Code of Ordinances for “off-street parking and loading requirements”, authorizing a shared parking agreement between properties located at 113-117 West Main.

Council accepted sidewalk improvements and authorized the mayor to execute a one-year maintenance bond for sidewalks along Main Street and Richmond Avenue constructed by Anwar Dossani/Paradize Real Estate Investments, LLC on the 2.49 acre tract addressed as 8740 and 8744 W. Main Street.

Adel discussed the FY 2026-2027 preliminary budget, saying the proposed budget includes completing several projects that have been on the books for a couple of years.

The city council held a special meeting Tuesday. First, it authorized Aaron Adel to execute an amended professional services agreement with Kimley Horn and Associates; then approved a resolution to apply for financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board for water system improvements, designating the mayor as the authorized representative for signing off on the required permits and documents.

The Economic Development Corporation for the city also held a special meeting Tuesday to accept a master plan for the downtown.

QISD announced the selection of several campus leaders recently.

“We’re excited to have some incredible leaders stepping into new roles across the district,” said the district spokesperson.

Vonda Farmers is scheduled to take the reins as the new principal at the Early Childhood Center, while Kaitlin Shores has been tabbed as the new principal at DC Cannon Elementary.

Kim Grugel will be leading at AE Butler Intermediate as the new principal and the former principal, Jennifer Bruton, has been promoted to Elementary Curriculum Director.

“These educators bring incredible passion, experience and Panther Pride to their new positions. We know they are going to do amazing things for our students and staff,” she said.

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