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Meeting - Town Council Regular Meeting
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Little Elm Celebrates Successful 2026 Mayor's Fitness Challenge
The council discussed the recap of the 2026 Mayor's Fitness Challenge, a six-week community health and wellness program. The program aims to help participants of all ages and fitness levels build healthier habits through fitness resources, community activities, an exclusive Facebook group, and guidebooks. This year's challenge saw 136 participants registered, with 50 taking part. The program also focused on showcasing local parks and trails through various activities, including yoga, meditation, nutrition seminars, and scavenger hunts. A key element was the 'Journey to a Thousand Miles' competition between Little Elm and Prosper, where Little Elm's participants submitted nearly 837,000 steps to win. Future opportunities for the challenge include an 'MSC 101' seminar, a field day, puppy yoga, and integrating the challenge into the rec center's annual mailer and with existing partners for clinics and instruction.
Little Elm Approves Contract for Big Leaf Road Water Line Replacement
The council approved the award of a contract to JL Contracting for the replacement of a water transmission line on Big Leaf Road. This line is crucial for distributing water from the main pump station but also serves as the service line for homes on the street, causing disruptions during maintenance. The replacement project will involve installing two lines: a 24-inch transmission line and an 8-inch service line, which will minimize future impacts on residents. The design was completed in May, and a competitive sealed proposal bid method was used, evaluating eight proposals. A significant challenge is the 20-week lead time for steel pipe. The town plans to award the contract and expedite the submittal process for the pipe order. A detailed schedule will be developed, and a community meeting will be held to inform residents about the disruptive nature of the project, potential impacts on mailboxes, trash service, and access, and to discuss the timeline.
Carrie Cowboy Recognized as Title Sponsor for Little Elm's Juneteenth Celebration
The council recognized Carrie Cowboy for their generous support as the title sponsor for the 2026 MLT (Juneteenth) celebration. The mayor presented a certificate of recognition and a challenge coin, emphasizing the 'unity' aspect of the sponsorship. This partnership was highlighted as crucial for the success of the Juneteenth event, fostering community spirit and engagement. The mayor expressed personal gratitude for their commitment and looked forward to future collaborations.
Little Elm Considers Expanding Nuisance Ordinance Authority
The council discussed potential updates to the nuisance authority by amending the current nuisance ordinance. This amendment would involve adopting Chapter 217 of the Texas Local Government Code, allowing home-rule municipalities to address nuisances up to 5,000 feet outside their town limits, specifically within their ETJ and freshwater districts, but not within other towns' city limits. This expansion of authority is intended to address issues such as unpermitted donation bins that become illegal dumping grounds, and to provide the town with the ability to engage, educate, and enforce nuisance ordinances in areas like Hilltown, which is currently outside their jurisdictional reach. This change aims to remove legal ambiguity and provide a clearer framework for addressing nuisances in areas adjacent to the town. Other municipalities like Frisco, Plano, and Denton have adopted similar measures. While the expansion is expected to provide significant benefits for cleaning up surrounding areas, potential pushback from absentee property owners and residents not previously subject to these ordinances is anticipated. The approach will continue to focus on engagement and education before enforcement.
Little Elm Declares July as Parks and Recreation Month
The council proclaimed July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month, recognizing the integral role of parks and recreation programs in Little Elm. The proclamation highlighted how these programs are vital for establishing and maintaining community quality of life, ensuring citizen health, and contributing to economic and environmental well-being. They are noted for promoting active lifestyles, aiding in chronic disease prevention, providing therapeutic services, and improving mental and emotional health. Economically, parks and recreation enhance property values, tourism, business attraction, and crime reduction. Environmentally, they improve water quality, prevent flooding, enhance air quality, provide vegetative buffers, and create wildlife habitats. The proclamation acknowledged the benefits derived from parks and recreation sources and designated July as the official month for recognition.
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