District 2 Council Member· 2026-2029
Chris Drew
Flower Mound
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 19
- Total speaking time
- 44:02
- Avg per meeting
- 2:19
- Segments
- 822
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Top issues during term (20)
Cottonwood Development Traffic
The project is expected to generate significant sales tax revenue for the town.
FY 2026-2027 Town Budget and Tax Rate
Guides upcoming municipal spending and capital project prioritizations for the 2026-27 fiscal year budget.
Capital Improvement Projects Status
Multi-million dollar capital outlay funded through bond funds, 4B community development funds, and park development funds.
Post Oak Preservation
Developers may face increased mitigation costs or design adjustments when removing protected post oak trees.
Time-Based Shared Parking Ordinance
Reduces commercial development and paving costs for businesses.
Traffic Control Device Standards and Roundabouts
Minor installation costs for signs and foundation, utilizing existing spare flashers.
Flower Mound Arts Center
Project costs estimated at approximately $101 million for the aspirational program versus a $75 million budget.
Valley Creek Church Pickleball Lighting Waiver
Private investment by Valley Creek Church for campus improvements.
Utility Asset Management
Will direct future capital improvement expenditures and transportation project funding.
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.
Owl and Bat House Initiatives
Financial costs are currently undetermined pending subcommittee review.
Public Tree Planting
None anticipated.
Cultural Arts Center Development
Total project cost is estimated around $49 million, funded by voter-approved bonds, with design services costing $5,038,840.
Utility Rate Increases
Results in a 14% rate adjustment for local gas utility customers.
Peters Colony Memorial Park Public Art Installation
Roughly $100,000 was set aside for this project, with a similar annual public art budget requested going forward.
Transportation Commission Community Outreach
There is no direct fiscal impact expected for this outreach initiative.
Tree Ordinance Regulations Update
Ordinance adjustments aim to bolster conservation funding through increased penalties and dedicated mitigation accounts.
Police Headquarters and Arts Center Funding Strategies
Potential 4-cent increase in the interest and sinking (I&S) tax rate for the police facility alone, with additional operating cost pressures.
Flower Mound Community History Outreach
None.
Historical Commission Meeting Transparency
The decisions made will directly affect how much the town collects in revenue and how services are funded, potentially impacting future tax rates or service fees.
Moved or seconded (26)
Motions Drew 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.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-03
SUP26-0003 - Kensington Estates Lot 1, Block A Accessory Dwelling - Public Hearing to consider an ordinance granting a Specific Use Permit No. 503 (SUP26-0003 – Kensington Estates Lot 1, Block A Accessory Dwelling Unit) to permit an accessory dwelling. The property is generally located east of Sceni
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-06
approve J.10 as presented
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-06
Adam Schiestel moved to approve J.1 through J.9 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-06
Scenic Road Right-of-Way Acquisition
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 4-02026-06-15
Chris Drew moved to approve consent items as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-06-01
General Obligation Improvement and Refunding Bonds - Consider approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Improvement and Refunding Bonds, Series 2026, for an amount not to exceed $18,870,000.00 for the purpose of funding improvements to streets, park and recreation facil
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-06-01
Adam Schiestel moved to approve consent agenda items 1 thru 9 as presented.
- movedpassed 5-02026-06-01
Certificates of Obligation - Consider approval of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026, for an amount not to exceed $35,265,000.00, for the purpose of paying for street, waterworks and sewer system improvements and fire-fighting facilities, establishing pa
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 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 5-02026-05-18
MPA26-0001 – Economic Development - Public Hearing to consider an ordinance amending the Master Plan (MPA26-00001 – Economic Development) to amend Section 10.0 – Economic Development Plan, of the Master Plan
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-13
Janvier Werner moved to elect Adam Schiestel to serve as Mayor Pro Tem.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-04
PSA Community Activity Center Design - Consider approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture for design, engineering, architectural services, providing construction documents, and construction administration services for the Community Activity Center (CAC)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-04
Adam Schiestel moved to approve consent agenda items J.1-8
- secondedpassed 4-02026-04-08
Janvier Werner moved to approve consent items H1 - H19. Chris Drew seconded the motion.
- movedpassed 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
move to approve J.1 thru J.5 as presented.
- secondedpassed 4-12026-03-02
DCAD Resolution - Discuss and consider approval of a resolution to nominate an individual to be voted on by taxing jurisdictions to fulfill a vacancy on the Board of Directors for the Denton Central (DCAD) Appraisal District
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-02
SSP25-0006 - Havenwood Phase 1 - Consider a request for a Subdivision Site Plan (SSP25-0006 – Havenwood, Phase 1) to develop a residential subdivision with an exception to Section 90-403, “Fully developed FEMA floodplain,” and an exception to Section 90-404, “Special flood hazard area (FEMA floodpla
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02026-02-16
Ann Martin moved to approve J.7 as proposed.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-02-16
Ann Martin moved to approve consent items I.1 - I.15 as written.
Decisions during term (337)
Recorded while Drew was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of October 12, 2026 Minutes
MPA26-0005 Master Plan Amendment
Z26-0003 Town Initiated Zoning
Minutes of October 12, 2026 - Consider approval of the minutes from October 12, 2026.
Election of Chair
Election of Vice Chair
Approval of September 24, 2026 meeting minutes
Proposed Artwork — Lakeside East Development
Approve minutes 9/24/26. - Consider approval of the minutes from September 24, 2026 meeting.
Election of Chair
Election of Vice-Chair
Approval of New Loan Items for Historical Collection
Approval of Minutes from 08/18/26
Consider approval of the minutes from 08/18/26.
Consent Agenda
Reimbursement Resolution (Resolution No. 21-26)
TRP26-0004 Alexan the Point Phase II Tree Removal Permit
Health Plan Reinsurance Renewal
Minutes 10/5 - Consider approval of the minutes from a Town Council Regular meeting held on October 5, 2026.
Chapter 18, "Businesses," Article XII, "Massage Establishments" - Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Chapter 18, "Businesses," of the Code of Ordinances by creating Article XII, "Massage Establishments," providing regulations for…
Voting record (195)
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