Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bartlett public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
15 issues with medium priority
Off-Premises Beer Permit Applications
The Beer Board reviewed and approved two new off-premises beer permit applications for local businesses along Highway 70. One application drew concerns from a nearby resident regarding its proximity to a local school, but the board ultimately approved both permits.
Food Allergy Safety in Public Schools
An eighth-grade student addressed the board about the challenges and dangers faced by students with severe food allergies, requesting allergen-safe alternatives in school lunch lines and hand-washing breaks.
Casa Lopez Grill On-Premises Beer Permit
Casa Lopez Grill applied for an on-premises beer permit at 2936 Kirby Whitten Road. The Beer Board unanimously approved the application after no public opposition was raised.
New Business Beer Permits
Four local businesses applied for and received permits to sell beer in Bartlett. These approvals allow the establishments to proceed with their business plans.
Ellendale Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Addition
Ellendale Baptist Church received approval to add a 7,484-square-foot fellowship hall to its campus on Broadway Road. Commissioners ensured that handicap accessibility and parking spaces near the new gymnasium addition will be properly striped.
Upcoming Elections
The November election lineup is shaping up in Bartlett, and it's time to start paying attention to who's running for local office. These upcoming races will decide the folks making key decisions for our town.
Special Use Permit for 901 Deals Retail Shop
The board scheduled a public hearing for a proposed Play It Again Sports store in a general commercial zone, which will specialize in new and used sporting goods.
Police Radio Encryption and Grant Funding
The city approved upgrades to police and fire radio encryption and accepted state grant funds for officer retention.
Shadowlawn Park Parking Lot Improvements
The city awarded a contract to resurface and expand the parking lot at Shadowlawn Park as the final phase of a grant project.
Impact of Development Fee Reductions on Housing Growth
Officials discussed how reducing residential development fees last year has successfully stimulated pipeline housing construction across subdivisions like Walker Farms and The Waters at Bartlett.
Special Event and Commercial Beer Permits
The Beer Board reviewed and approved three beer permits, supporting local community festivals at W.J. Freeman Park and a new commercial establishment on Stage Road.
Chapman Automotive Repair Site Plan Revision
An auto repair shop on Stage Road got permission to update its site plan to add green space, parking, and a security fence for cars.
Public Records Policy Updates
City officials updated the public records policy to make the online records portal the primary method for submitting and fulfilling requests.
Baggett Subdivision Platting
A property owner on Blackwell Road is splitting a parcel into two lots to ensure it complies with legal lot requirements for future building permits.
Public Health Warning
Bartlett officials have issued a public health warning about potential toxic algae at a local city park. You should definitely keep your kids and pets away from the water until they give the all-clear.