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)(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 (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 (11)
Recorded while Drew 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 (7)(Development)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.