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City of Grapevine acquires 7.2 acres for Settlers Park expansion

The city of Grapevine’s park system has expanded following a land acquisition.

The gist: During the Oct. 7 City Council meeting, Kathy Nelson, planning manager for Grapevine Parks & Recreation, announced the city has acquired 7.2 acres of land next to Settlers Park. The additional land brings the park to 24.28 acres, according to city documents. She said the extra space will provide much-needed parking, including handicap-accessible spaces and an Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant park entrance located at 2205 Bass Pro Court.

Quote of note: “This park has been a home run,” council member Chris Coy said. “I’m excited to move into the next phase next year and continue the project.”

Looking ahead: Nelson said the city anticipates construction starting on the second phase in 2026. The estimated construction budget is $4.5 million, and a contract will be awarded at a later date.

 
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California Closets now offers personalized designs for closets, interior design in Southlake

California Closets, now open along Southlake Boulevard, offers a variety of customized interior designs. The Southlake Chamber of Commerce celebrated its opening day in late September.

The details: California Closets offers designs for walk-in closets, entertainment centers, kitchen pantries and more, according to its website.

 
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Southlake council approves FY 2025-26 budget, lowest property tax rate in 40 years

Southlake City Council approved the fiscal year 2025-26 budget and tax rate Sept. 16.

The new property tax rate, which decreased to $0.295 per $100 valuation from the 2024-25 fiscal year rate of $0.305 per $100 valuation, represents the eighth consecutive reduction and the lowest rate since the mid-1980s, according to city documents.
 

What happened: Chief Financial Officer Sharen Jackson provided a proposal to adopt the new property tax rate, which represents a decrease of $0.01 from the 2024-25 fiscal year rate, during the Aug. 19 City Council meeting.

Property taxes, also known as ad valorem taxes, make up 47.4% of the city’s revenue, according to city documents. While giving the first reading of the budget during the council’s regular Sept. 2 meeting, Jackson said the decreased property tax rate would equate to just under $1.4 million in revenue reduction.

“This is a deliberate choice reflecting our ongoing commitment to provide tax relief whenever possible while continuing to fund essential services,” Jackson said.

 

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Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Dallas - Fort Worth area.

Aroma Breakfast and Lunch, a family-owned and operated halal brunch spot, is now open in east Plano.


Owners Emad Jandali and Rafaa Sabouni opened Aroma Aug. 21, aiming to blend Mediterranean and Syrian cuisine with American brunch classics.


Aroma serves a mix of casual brunch favorites, such as omelets, waffles and pancakes, alongside traditional Mediterranean and Syrian dishes, including shakshuka and fatteh.


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🥗 Flower Child set to offer salads, wraps in Frisco
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🌮 Hurtado Barbecue offers Tex-Mex barbecue at Oak Highlands Brewery
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🥞 Flower Mound couple with restaurant experience opens Daytrip Diner in Grapevine
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🍜 Highland Pho & Grill serves Vietnamese cuisine in Highland Village
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Bondi Bowls recently opened in Plano’s Legacy Hall, a Legacy Hall representative said.


The menu features açai bowls, smoothies, lemonade, shaved ice, locally sourced coffee and more, the company website states.


Bondi Bowls was founded by Bailey Wilson following a family member’s health scare. She named the company after Bondi Beach, where she lived and where açaí bowls had become a staple of her daily diet, according to the company website.



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