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Flower Mound Highland Village Argyle Edition VOLUME 7, ISSUE 10 AUG. 7SEPT. 6, 2024

Planning for the future

With the new comprehensive plan, town leaders emphasized retaining Argyle’s rural aesthetics.

COURTESY MESSAGE MASTERS, MATTHEW HOOVER PHOTOGRAPHER

New Argyle comprehensive plan seeks to manage growth as population continues to increase

Maintaining open spaces and rural aesthetics were priorities when drafting the new plan, in addition to enhancing neighborhoods, bolstering long-term stability and ensuring new development complements the town’s character, he said.

The plan, approved in June, updates one from 2018 and will help steer the town’s growth—while preserving its history—over the next several years. “It’s really putting that heavier commercial and real estate development out [near Interstate] 35,” Bradford said.

BY DON MUNSCH

Like many residents, Argyle Mayor Rick Bradford moved to the town because he said he liked the schools and the rural feel. Argyle leaders aim to maintain these town traits with the approval of the comprehensive plan update.

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Education: Argyle ISD’s new Jane Ruestmann Elementary on track to open for 202425 school year (Page 8)

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Impacts

noticing a need for closer-to-home shopping options, she opened a second location in Argyle in May. The Bees Knees offers women’s clothing, accessories, gifts and

T E A S L E Y L N .

ROBSON RANCH RD.

greeting cards. • Opened May 9 • 138 Old Town Blvd. N., Ste. 203, Argyle • www.tbkthebeesknees.com

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Coming soon

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5 Waxing the City The company will soon offer full body waxing services for men and women. The business will also offer other specialty services, including lash lifts, brow lamination and skin rejuvenation. • Opening Sept. 6 • 8401 Justin Road, Ste. 105, Double Oak • www.waxingthecity.com 6 AutoZone Work on the auto parts store is expected to be finished next year, per a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The Memphis-based business sells automotive replacement parts, accessories and vehicle maintenance items. • Opening in May 2025 • 2810 Flower Mound Road, Flower Mound • www.autozone.com 7 Landmark Hillwood has announced plans to build a 3,200-acre mixed-use development at the Hunter Ranch property that will extend AllianceTexas. When fully developed, Landmark will feature 6,000 new homes, 5 million square feet of mixed-use commercial and multifamily space, and 1,100 acres of greenspace. • Opening in spring 2026 • Robson Ranch Road & I-35W, Denton • www.hillwood.com

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Bartonville

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COLLEGE PKWY.

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RIVER WALK DR.

LONG PRAIRIE RD.

Flower Mound

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ANOKE

Westlake

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GRAPEVINE LAKE

• Opened July 1 • 1121 Flower Mound Road, Ste. 590, Flower Mound • Facebook: Cafe India 3 3040 Pavilion Construction finished on a building for medical/ professional offices, retail and restaurant use, said Srinivas Chaluvadi, whose family-owned JSP Pavilion LLC oversees the property. • Opened in July • 1260 Flower Mound Road, Flower Mound • www.chaluvadi.net 4 The Bees Knees Aimee Buckert launched The Bees Knees in March 2021 at Painted Tree Boutiques in Highland Village. After

Now open

1 Mustang Creek Estates This facility provides residential-style assisted living and memory care for seniors at an all-inclusive rate with no charge for levels of care. • Opened July 8 • 2500 College Parkway, Flower Mound • www.mce.careia 2 Cafe India The restaurant offers dishes that blend traditional Indian flavors with a modern touch, including various meat dishes, vegetarian options, noodles and rice.

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Mound and Highland Village. Staff and therapists from the Flower Mound location have moved to the Highland Village Spa Haven. Spa Haven offers massages, facials and body treatments. In addition, the business also offers infrared sauna treatments. • Relocated May 1 • 200 Marketplace Lane, Ste. 235, Highland Village • www.thespahaven.com

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In the news

Closings

11 Pie Hole After opening in November, the pizza restaurant has closed at the River Walk in Flower Mound, according to an announcement on its website. In addition to pies, the restaurant served salads, soup and pasta dishes. • Closed: July 28 • 4120 River Walk Drive, Flower Mound • www.rwpiehole.com 12 Dairy Queen Signs at the closed location, which is now empty of any tables and chairs, did not explain the reason for closure. Management at the Justin Road location in Flower Mound said the closed Dairy Queen, which has different ownership, shuttered in mid-July. • Closed July 14 • 2000 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • www.dairyqueen.com

In the news

9 Jake’s Hilltop Park New equipment at the playground includes swings, slides, monkey bars and a climbing wall. The city has also installed electronic playing equipment, called Movmnt Xtreme, which uses lights and sound to help develop coordination. Work on the park was completed July 6. • 4975 Timber Creek Road, Flower Mound • www.flowermound.gov 10 Texas Paint & Wallpaper Construction on the painting supply store is underway with an expected completion date at the beginning of November, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. In addition to offering paints and stains for residential and commercial projects, the company also offers residential design services, wall coverings and color consultations,

13 Snowy Bingsu The Korean treat shop, which opened in 2017, was bought by Flower Mound residents Jimmy Kim and his wife Sunny Choi in June. Choi said that bingsu is shaved ice cream and is a popular Korean dessert. Snowy Bingsu offers 20 bingsu flavors, 20 types of smoothies and a wide variety of boba and iced teas. The Korean-inspired menu also features taiyaki, which is a fried pastry with sweet and savory filling options. • 2601 Flower Mound Road, Flower Mound • www.snowyworldcafe.com

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Government

Flower Mound forms new bond committee On July 1, a new committee was set up in Flower Mound to create recommendations for capital improvements in town for the first time in 22 years. What you need to know The town is now facing capital demands that necessitate the engagement of a bond committee to package the projects before sending the decision to council, a council agenda memo states. The committee needed to be established this summer so council can receive the recommendations by the end of the year and call for a May election by early February, town officials said. “Our existing infrastructure is aging,” said Mayor Cheryl Moore via email. “In addition to this, we have a growing population who are using [amenities].”

Trotter Park design OK’d by Flower Mound council At a July 15 meeting, Flower Mound Town Council approved a conceptual master plan for the brand new Trotter Park, located on the west side of Flower Mound. The details The plan includes 12 pickleball courts and a half- mile trail. In addition, the 13-acre park will have a playground, basketball courts, a plaza and two tennis courts, among other amenities. The park will be located in the 4500 block of Cross Timbers Road. With the passage of the plan, town staff and representatives from consulting firm MHS Planning and Design will make modifications to the initial plan and adjust parking as needed, Chuck Jennings, town parks and recreation director said. Town staff plan to move forward with the design of the park next fiscal year.

Trotter Park plan

Racket sports courts (INCLUDES 12 PICKLEBALL COURTS)

Detention pond

TROTTER LN.

Basket- ball

Plaza Playground

1/2 mile multi-use trail

SOURCE: TOWN OF FLOWER MOUND/COMMUNITY IMPACT

Zooming in Trotter park will be funded through a Texas Parks & Wildlife grant and the fiscal year 2024-25 budget. The park is expected to open in early 2027, Jennings said.

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Argyle tax values could contribute to lower rate Argyle Town Council members got a look at projected revenues for the upcoming fiscal year during a June 17 work session. The background In the work session, Town Administrator Erika McComis provided key takeaways related to the town’s projected revenue, including: • The estimated taxable value is at $1.59 billion. • The average home market value was $758,833 with an average taxable value of $663,892. • The tax rate is $0.343111 per $100 valuation. McComis said she thinks there will be an oppor- tunity to lower the tax rate this year. There is $6.8 million in proposed revenue for the upcoming fiscal year, she said. There are a number of new residential and com- mercial permits and registrations, which translate

Double Oak residents urged to save water Double Oak residents are being reminded to follow Upper Trinity Regional Water District watering suggestions this summer. The effort aims to reduce water usage, protect infrastructure and save money. The gist According to a news release, Cross Tim- bers Water Supply restrictions include: • Avoid watering between 10 a.m.-6 p.m. • Residents with odd-numbered last digits on their address can water on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. • Residents with even-numbered last digits on their address can water on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. • Gardens can be watered daily by hand, drip irrigation or soaker hose.

Town of Argyle tax rates

$0.40

$0.35

$0.30

2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24

Fiscal year

SOURCES: DENTON COUNTY, TOWN OF ARGYLE/COMMUNITY IMPACT

into taxable properties, including: • 75 new home builds

• Construction for the Argyle Commerce Center, the beginning phase for the new Argyle Middle School and a car wash Also of note In a separate discussion and agenda item, council examined whether to outsource a five-year financing forecast for the town. “Because we do have facilities coming on board, you have streets that we need to look at,” McComis said.

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Education

Construction wraps up on new AISD elementary Construction has finished on Argyle ISD’s newest campus, Jane Ruestmann Elementary, which will serve prekindergarten through fifth grade students. The campus is part of the 2022 bond package, which funded building new schools to accommo- date the expected enrollment increases over the next decade, according to the district’s 10-year strategic plan. The campus is situated along Cleveland Gibbs Road in Northlake. The gist The district was able to expedite construction and plans to have a certificate of occupancy by July, per district documents. The district began moving staff belongings to Jane Ruestmann on July 15, which will allow teachers to set up before school starts, Construc- tion Manager Jeff Koehn said.

Argyle ISD officials refute Title IX changes Argyle ISD refuted federal changes to Title IX aimed at expanding protections for LGBTQ+ and pregnant students. On July 15, trustees approved a resolution denouncing the new regulations, saying they undermine student rights and protections. The details District officials took issue with a mandate that “prohibits schools from treating or sep- arating students differently based on their biological sex,” including gender identity. The language in the changes contradict a 2021 state law that mandates athletes play on teams based on the sex listed on their original birth certificate, officials said. The Title IX changes are on hold in Texas, which has taken action to halt implementa- tion at various court levels.

District ocials received a certicate of occupancy for the new Jane Ruestmann Elementary in July.

COURTESY ARGYLE ISD/ POGUE CONSTRUCTION

“The timeline is exciting,” board President Sam Slaton said. “It’s fortunate that the teachers will be able to get in on time.” Going forward After the new school opens in August, the district plans to hold a formal dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the campus Sept. 25, Superintendent Courtney Carpenter said. Jane Ruestmann, the school’s namesake and a former AISD teacher of more than 40 years, will be in attendance.

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BY ANGELA BONILLA, DON MUNSCH & JONATHAN PERRIELLO

Lightbridge plans Flower Mound school A new early education child care center is moving forward with plans to open in Flower Mound after the location received clearance from council. On July 1, Flower Mound Town Council approved a request to grant a specific use permit for Lightbridge Academy’s new location that included a waiver to town code requirements related to roof pitch. In a nutshell The planned 14,300-square-foot academy is located south of Sagebrush Drive and west of Long Prairie Road. Zooming in Patricia Fant, land planner for design firm McAdams, said that the project could open in the next year or two.

Texas spring 2024 STAAR end-of-course scores The percentage of students who received an assessment of “meets grade level” remained consistent from 2023 to 2024 in algebra I, biology and English I according to the TEA.

Spring 2023

Spring 2024

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Algebra I

Biology English I

English II U.S. History

Texas STAAR test scores remain consistent Standardized testing scores in Texas for high school students show State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness performance largely held steady this spring compared to previous years, according to a June 14 news release from the Texas Education Agency.

The details The percentage of students who received an assessment of “meets grade level” remained con- sistent from 2023 to 2024 in algebra I, biology and English I, according to the TEA. However, there was a 2 percentage point decrease, from 71% to 69%, in the percentage of students meeting grade level in U.S. history. In other news Results show a decline in math and science for students in third through eighth grade.

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Nearly 330 homes in the area were sold and more than 470 new listings were added to the market during June. Three ZIP code areas saw a year- over-year increase in median home sales price while the other two areas saw a decrease. Residential market data

Number of homes sold

June 2023

June 2024

-19.05%

+97.06%

-8.7%

-15.38%

-20.18%

75022

75028

75077

76226

76247

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35E

76247

76226

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June

2023

2024

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75028

$747,500 $607,500 $477,500 $571,750 $390,000

$762,250 $567,000 $481,500 $570,000 $443,000

75022

GRAPEVINE LAKE

75028

Homes sold by price point

75077

June 2024

76226

$1 million+

76247

$700,000-$999,999

188

$400,000-$699,999

Number of new listings

+12.8%

+2.56%

-22.86%

-16.67%

-15%

$100,000-$399,999

<$99,999

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75022

75028

75077

76226

76247

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Transportation

Events

BY DON MUNSCH

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Flower Mound council approves bridge, water line construction project The addition of a bridge and new water lines in Flower Mound continues to take shape after council approved a nearly $9.4 million construc- tion agreement with Urban Infraconstruction LLC at its July 15 meeting. The details Clay Riggs, Flower Mound Public Works director, said the Denton Creek Boulevard Bridge project will feature a roadway extension with bike lanes and a multipurpose trail over Denton Creek. The project also includes two 12-inch water lines and an 8-inch reuse water line. The bridge will provide emergency access to Flower Mound west of Denton Creek. In addition, the bridge will eventually provide access to I-35W.

Pedestrian upgrades added to Denton Creek Flower Mound motorists and pedestrians will see city- and school district-funded changes in signage on the west side of town. In late June, crews nished installing sig- nage for an all-way stop at the intersection of Denton Creek Boulevard and Canyon Falls Drive, according to a news release. Along Denton Creek Boulevard, a ashing beacon for pedestrians was installed. A school zone asher is also being added north of Prairie Ridge Road.

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DENTON CREEK BLVD.

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Santa Cops Casino Night Flower Mound Citizen Police Academy Alumni is hosting this event beneting the Flower Mound Police Department’s Santa Cops Program. Casino night will feature casino-style tables, food, music and fun. Door prizes will be awarded every 30 minutes during the event. Ticket price includes $1,000 in chips, gift bag, snacks/drinks and a door prize ticket. • Aug. 10, 6:30-10:30 p.m. • $60 per person, two tickets for $100 • Courtyard by Marriott, 4330 Courtyard Way, Flower Mound • www.flowermound.gov/2602/casino-night-fundraiser Singer/songwriter night Participants perform original music for a live audience. • Aug. 12, 7-10 p.m. • Free (admission) • Guitars and Growlers, 400 Flower Mound Road, Ste. 160, Flower Mound • www.guitarsandgrowlers.com Non-alcoholic wine tasting Attendees will have the opportunity to sample several alternatives to traditional wines and light refreshments.

Denton Creek Blvd. Bridge

35W

CANYON FALLS DR.

September

1171

You, Me, and a Cup of Tea party This intergenerational tea party will have an “Alice in Wonderland” theme. • Sept. 7, 2 p.m. • $10 (ages 4-12), $15 (ages 13-49), $12 (ages 50 and older) • Flower Mound Senior Center, 2701 W. Windsor Drive, Flower Mound • www.flower-mound.com/seniors Handbags for Healing Nonprot Denton County Friends of the Family is hosting a fundraising event featuring brunch, mimosas, bingo and opportunities to win a luxury handbag.

The background The Denton Creek Boulevard Bridge and water line project consists of the construction of a ve- span reinforced concrete bridge over the Graham Branch ood plain, roadway and sidewalks, according to a council agenda memo. Riggs said the bridge portion of the project will cost about $8.3 million, which will come from a county bond, roadway impact fees and project savings. The $1.1 million for the water lines will come from water impact fees and project savings. The project is expected to begin in September and wrap up in fall 2025.

Wildlife on the Move Participants will have the opportunity to learn about their natural world while developing an appreciation for nature fostering a stewardship for the earth’s wildlife. Complimentary donuts, drinks and reptile photo opportunities will be available. • Aug. 9, 9-11 a.m. • Free • Argyle Town Hall, 308 Denton Hall • www.argyletx.com

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Planning for the future From the cover

About the plan

Residential Retail/Commercial Public facilities Mixed-use Argyle future land use

CRAWFORD RD.

The comprehensive plan focuses on multiple elements, including future land use and thoroughfare and corridor design. The plan is expected to remain in place for ve to 10 years, said Nabila Nur, community development director for the town. The town’s growth since 2018 was one of the reasons for the update, Nur said. “[Residents are] going to continue to see our emphasis on preserving ... all those things that attracted people to Argyle,” Bradford said. Nur added that the plan will help developers understand the town’s vision and needs when pitching or building a project. “My primary concerns [when helping draft the plan] were for the location of commercially zoned property, maintaining a rural feel as residential expanded and the growing trac issues,” Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee member John Critz said.

E. HICKORY HILL RD.

OLD JUSTIN RD.

377

E. HARPOLE RD.

SAM DAVIS RD.

407

The future land use map from the comprehensive plan will help town leaders guide the zoning map for the town and create consistency.

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What’s next?

A closer look

each of these roadway projects get underway.” While the plan looks at adding park spaces, Bradford said it will be a challenge to create new parks as there’s not a lot of undeveloped land left in Argyle. He added town leaders are working with developers to explore ways to incorporate park spaces into their designs.

The updated plan focuses on projects along FM 407, where many businesses are moving, Bradford said. “Our goal is to work with Denton County, North- lake and [the Texas Department of Transportation] to prioritize [managing that area],” he said. “It’s going to be a challenge over the next few years as

The plan’s eects will play out over a number of years as growth continues. Town leaders said amendments, modications and renements will be needed to keep the plan current, and a major update of the plan will be needed every ve years. The CPAC may also meet to review the implementation status of the actions identied in the plan. Nur said there are ways of seeing how the plan will come into eect. “Any zoning case that comes to us, we’re going to refer to the [comprehensive] plan more and more to make sure it arms the vision that we have set,” she said. One development that is coming, Argyle Landing, is a mixed-use development near I-35 that will bring 198 single-family homes and a couple of commercial pads, Nur told Community Impact in January. Sally Aldridge, president and CEO of the Metroport Chamber, which includes Argyle, said the new plan will not have an immediate impact as commercial growth for the remaining portion of town will take a few years.

Approximate town population

7,000 5,000 6,000 3,000 4,000 2,000 1,000 0

6,470 Projected population for 2024

2010

2012

2014

2016

2018

2020

2022

2024

SOURCES: NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, TOWN OF ARGYLE, U.S. CENSUS BUREAUCOMMUNITY IMPACT

Zooming in

List of priorities

Nur said she hopes that when developers come into Argyle, they will see the comprehensive plan and realize town ocials have a vision to include green and gathering spaces designated for the community. Angie Mastrocola, senior vice president for Hillwood Communities and project manager for the nearby Harvest by Hillwood development, said her company appreciates any opportunity to “collaborate with cities to help them understand the benets of high-quality new home communi- ties so they can manage their growth long-term.”

Protect rural roots

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New monthly farmers market brings fresh goods to Argyle Emily Holt found a need for fresh produce in Argyle, so she and others put their heads together to create a farmers market. In May, the Argyle TX Farmers Market opened behind Holt’s business, Argyle Party and Gift. The market, which carries goods from Texas farmers and ranchers within a 100-mile radius, is open from 9 a.m. to noon the second Saturday of each month, said Holt, who serves as the market’s manager and advisory board head. The market will remain open until October and will be open April-October next year. “There had been a lot of Facebook posts asking for a farmers market, and the challenge with Argyle is people don’t have a place to do things,” Holt said. “We don’t have a town square or any place [to gather]. I lease this place for the store, and there is a great backyard area, so I was like,

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Holt hails from a farming family in Kingsville that had a huge home garden, so she said farmers markets are “very foundational” to her life. She added that her background provided the impetus for her to help start the market. The market has a maximum of 15 vendors and features a booth with a dierent local nonprot each month. The nonprot booth will also feature a book about Argyle written by the late Lynn Sheeld Simmons, an author, educator, historian and community volunteer who was a freelance writer for several newspapers and mag- azines, will be available for purchase, according to the farmers market Facebook page. Zooming in The market is not an artisan market, so items such as jewelry, T-shirts and candles are not sold there, Holt said. Among the foods the market oers are meats, eggs, honey, dairy products and canned items. “We are always searching for more produce,” Holt said. “We have produce now, but we need more.” Holt said the feedback from the community has been “amazing,” adding that the seven advisory board members bring various talents to the market by helping with social media or generating interest in the community.

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She said the market will require continued support for its success, as vendors, including those who come from outside the area, need assurance they will have consistent sales. The market is one of only three Texas Depart- ment of Agriculture-certied markets in Denton County, Holt said. “The community has asked for this and we have provided a place for this, but it’s going to require their continued support to make it continue,” Holt said.

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