Catch up on the latest government news that came out of Frisco during the month of August. The roundup features Community Impact’s coverage of construction agreements for retail and and a new park, budget discussions and an update on the city's proposed animal shelter.
1. Frisco approves $4.7M in contract for Frisco on the Green park construction
The city of Frisco has approved nearly $4.68 million in contracts for the construction of Frisco on the Green. This is a 27-acre, nature-focused park project along Teel Parkway that preserves local wetlands and provides environmental education and community green space. During an Aug. 18 meeting, the Frisco City Council approved two separate contracts for the park’s construction, one for general park construction and site improvements and one for the construction of a playground. At a previous meeting, city officials said a key feature planned for the park is a large pavilion with a waterside lookout and deck.
2. Frisco eyes 3.7% tax rate increase for fiscal year 2026-27
Frisco City Council approved the city's fiscal year 2026-27 maximum tax rate, which could potentially increase resident's tax bill by nearly two cents. During an Aug. 10 special called work session, the Frisco City Council approved a maximum tax rate of $0.441289 per $100 valuation, marking the first tax rate increase since 2017. Council members also discussed the FY 2026-27 budget, tax exemptions and funding sources. At the meeting, city officials approved the maximum tax rate but did not finalize the city’s tax rate for FY 2026-27. That will happen Sept. 15.
3. Frisco updates design, operating plans for proposed animal shelter
The city of Frisco is moving forward with discussion on updated plans for a new animal shelter. During a Sept. 1 workshop, the Frisco City Council discussed refinements to the proposed animal shelter, updates to its design, funding and new annual operating costs. City officials said the shelter’s construction could cost approximately $23 million and employ 10-12 people. At the meeting, City Council reviewed modifications to the proposed shelter, which would offer rescue, neutering and spaying and microchipping services.
4. Frisco City Council approves retail development near Bacchus Park
Frisco leaders approved a retail development near Bacchus Park Aug. 4. Spiars Engineering plans to construct three retail buildings in the 6.9-acre development with an open pavilion and open seating in the middle of the buildings. Shiva Kondou, a Spiars Engineering representative, said potential tenants discussed for the development include coffee shops, pizza restaurants and frozen yogurt shops, along with small businesses like realty or dental services.
