District 1 Council Member· 2025-2028
Adam Schiestel
Flower Mound
About
Adam Schiestel's platform appears to focus on fiscal responsibility and property tax relief, as evidenced by the increase in the homestead exemption. His actions on the council also indicate a focus on development, with approvals for mixed-use projects and public improvement districts, while also showing a willingness to deny certain types of development such as self-storage facilities.
Campaign promises (2)
- taxesFlower Mound homestead exemption to increase to 20%.Related votes
- taxesFlower Mound approves homestead exemption increase.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 26
- Total speaking time
- 3:24:42
- Avg per meeting
- 7:52
- Segments
- 3951
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Cottonwood Development Traffic
The project is expected to generate significant sales tax revenue for the town.
Flower Mound Arts Center
Project costs estimated at approximately $101 million for the aspirational program versus a $75 million budget.
commercial development
Property values near the proposed site could take a hit, and we need to verify if the promised tax revenue actually outweighs the cost of infrastructure upgrades.
Cultural Arts Center Development
Total project cost is estimated around $49 million, funded by voter-approved bonds, with design services costing $5,038,840.
Stop Sign Warrants and Neighborhood Policy
None for this training session.
Data Center Regulations
Potential future costs for infrastructure upgrades if data centers are permitted.
Cross Timbers at Furst Ranch Phase I Development
Generates private development investment and future property tax revenue for the town.
Argyle High School Athletic Complex Site Plan
Private investment in school facilities supporting district transportation and athletic programs.
Residential Greenhouse Accessory Standards
Lakeside East Mixed-Use Subdivision Infrastructure Plan
Private investment into local commercial and residential infrastructure.
Lakeside East public artwork
No cost to the town — the developer and property association cover and maintain the artwork.
Mixed-Use Tree Removal Permit at Cottonwood
Mitigation fees for specimen tree removals total $226,200 plus additional fees for protected trees and riparian habitat impacts.
Lakeside Crossing Extended-Stay Hotel Proposal
Generates potential hotel occupancy tax revenue but requires careful evaluation of parking infrastructure and municipal service impacts.
Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulation
None.
Home Depot Parking & Storage Rezoning
Supports commercial activity and convenience for local residents completing home improvements.
Alexan the Point Phase II Tree Removal Permit
Covered entirely by the private developer through enhanced on-site landscaping and mitigation plantings.
Total Care ER Medical Facility Specific Use Permit
Commercial investment and potential new medical service option in the area.
Canyon Falls Village 3 Subdivision Development and Drainage Design
Total project costs are estimated at over $5 million, with $1.3 million covered by impact fee credits and a balance of approximately $3.7 million reimbursed by the town and county.
Solinski Enterprises Subdivision Site Plan & Driveway Spacing Exception
Private infrastructure development with no direct municipal capital outlay.
High School Locker Room Improvements
Costs associated with school construction and potential impact on school district budget.
Moved or seconded (31)
Motions Schiestel personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-03
Adam Schiestel moved to approve the consent agenda noting tabling item J.2 to the August 17 council meeting and tabling item J.6 to a future date.
- movedpassed 4-02026-07-20
Adam Schiestel moved to approve consent agenda items J.1 though J.4 as presented.
- movedpassed 4-02026-07-20
Wireless Site Marketing Agreement - Consider approval of a Site Marketing Agreement with Diamond Towers V LLC to exclusively market wireless infrastructure and manage the development of new or expanded wireless communication infrastructure on specific Town-owned properties for a period of
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-06
LDR26-0001 - Time-Based Shared Parking - Public Hearing to consider an ordinance amending the Land Development Regulations (LDR26-0001 – Time- Based Shared Parking) by amending Chapter 82, "Development Standards," related to off-street parking. (PZ recommended approval by a vote of 5 to 0 at its
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-06
Adam Schiestel moved to approve J.1 through J.9 as presented.
- movedpassed 3-22026-06-01
Adam Schiestel moved denial of item 3.
- movedpassed 5-02026-06-01
Adam Schiestel moved to approve K.5 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-06-01
Adam Schiestel moved to approve consent agenda items 1 thru 9 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-18
Adam Schiestel moved to approve consent agenda items 1-4.
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-18
Historical Commission Appointment (Patrick Martin)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-18
Denco 9-1-1 Board of Managers Nomination
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-18
Prologis 380 Agreement - Public Hearing to consider approval of a Chapter 380 Agreement with Prologis for the economic development of Flower Mound, and authorization for the Mayor to execute same on behalf of Town
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-13
Ann Martin moved to approve the consent agenda as written.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-04
Solid Waste Contract Amendment
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-04
Adam Schiestel moved to approve consent agenda items J.1-8
- movedpassed 4-12026-04-20
ZPD25-0008 - Lakeside Crossing Residence Inn - Public Hearing to consider an ordinance for rezoning (ZPD25-0008 – Lakeside Crossing Residence Inn) to amend Planned Development No. 153 (PD-153) with Campus Commercial uses for both residential and non-residential uses to allow for an extended stay hot
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-04-20
Adam Schiestel moved to approve the consent agenda.
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Consider approval of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-12026-03-02
LDR25-0004 - Parking Mitigation and Foundational Planting Update - Public Hearing to consider an ordinance amending the Land Development Regulations (LDR25-0004 – Parking Mitigation and Foundational Planting Update) by amending Chapter 74, “General Provisions” and Chapter 82, "Development
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-02
Adam Schiestel moved to approve K.6 with removal of the office retail daytime noise limit.
Decisions during term (11)
Recorded while Schiestel was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Proposed Artwork — Lakeside East Development
Community Development Corporation Appointments
Monarch Development Park Dedication
CDBG PY2026 Action Plan - Consider approval of a resolution authorizing the adoption of the Program Year 2026 Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program and authorizing the Mayor to execute same on behalf of the Town and…
K.2 MPA26-0001 Economic Development Master Plan Amendment
MPA26-0001 - Economic Development
Monarch Development Park Dedication Consideration
Monarch Mixed-Use Development Park Requirements
Community Development (TRAKiT) Software Upgrade Agreement
Consent Item - Community Development Software Upgrade Agreement
Furst Ranch Phase 1 Development Agreement
Voting record (9)(Development)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.