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100920 Friday Staff Report „ City Manager's Office 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • (940) 349-8307 DENTON MEMORANDUM DATE: October 9, 2020 TO: The Honorable Mayor Watts and Council Members FROM: Todd Hileman, City Manager SUBJECT: Friday Staff Report L Council Schedule A. Meetings 1. Public Utilities Board on Monday, October 12, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room. 2. Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board on Monday, October 12, 2020 at 3:00 p.m.via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room. Public Comment Available 3. Cancelled - Historic Landmark Commission on Monday, October 12, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 4. Work Session of the City Council on Tuesday, October 13,2020 at 12:00 p.m. via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room. Public Comment Available 5. Economic Development Partnership Board on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room. 6. Cancelled-Agenda Committee on Wednesday,October 14, 2020 at 2:30 p.m. in the City Manager's Conference Room. 7. Cancelled—Airport Advisory Board on Wednesday, October 14,2020 at 5:30 p.m. in the Airport Terminal Meeting Room. 8. Cancelled - Traffic Safety Commission on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 9. Cancelled - Health and Building Standards Commission on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. OUR CORE VALUES Integrity • Fiscal Responsibility • Transparency • Outstanding Customer Service 10. Cancelled- Committee on Persons with Disabilities on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. II. General Information & Status Update A. Hurricane Delta Response—The Denton Fire Department has deployed seven members requested by Texas Task Force I (TTF 1) in preparation for Hurricane Delta. There are six Swiftwater Team members that are staged in the Beaumont, TX area with one Zodiac boat that can operate in shallow waters as well as in flooding conditions. Additionally, there is one Structural Team member that will muster in College Station and join the rest of the TTF1 team to be deployed to an as-of-yet undetermined location. Staff contact: Kenneth Hedges, Fire B. Mayoral Event Approval— October 5, 2020 and October 9, 2020, Mayor Chris Watts issued letters of approval for the following outdoor events that will be in excess of 10 people. • Rotary meeting at The Nook • Mayoral Candidate Forum • Lone Survivor Foundation Charity Ride The Mayor's letters of approval are attached to this report as are the request materials for the events. Staff contact: Ryan Adams, Customer Service and Public Affairs C. Outdoor Event Request Online Form— Per Governor Abbott's Executive Order GA- 30, any outdoor gathering exceeding 10 people, other than those set forth in his order, are prohibited unless the mayor of the city in which the gathering is held approves of the gathering. Since the issuance of GA-29, later superseded by GA-32, staff has accepted requests for outdoor events and prepared materials for consideration of approval by Mayor Watts. These requests have increased over the previous weeks and, as a result, staff has created an online form to collect all requested information(such as date,time, event details, and COVID-19 precautions) in one place. Once submitted by residents, information will be clarified and compiled before submitting to Mayor Watts for consideration. Any events receiving mayoral approval will be communicate to the Council through the Friday Report. The online form is currently live and can be accessed at www.cityofdenton.com/outdooreventrequest. Staff contact: Ryan Adams, Customer Service and Public Affairs D. Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia—In February, staff presented a work session that included discussion of comprehensive non-discrimination ordinances. Such ordinances vary widely in scope, operation, and effect and may include areas of employment, housing, and public accommodations. At the time of the February work session, three cases were pending before the United States Supreme Court, having already been argued in October 2019, with a decision expected by the end of the term. Council directed staff to revisit the presentation following a Supreme Court decision in the pending cases. 2 Two of the cases—Altitude Express v. Zarda, 883 F.3d 100(2nd Cir. 2019) and Bostock v. Clayton County Board of Commissioners, 894 F.3d 1335 (11tn Cir. 2018)—asserted that discrimination based on sexual preference violated the prohibition on discrimination on the basis of sex contained in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The third case, R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Homes, Inc. v. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 884 F.3d 560 (6t" Cir. 2018) concerned whether discrimination based on gender identity violated Title VII. The three cases were consolidated into Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia, 590 U.S. , 140 S. Ct. 1731 (2020). In a 6-3 majority, the United States Supreme Court held that discrimination in employment based on sexual preference or gender identity is discrimination based on sex in violation of Title VII. The Bostock holding is limited to employment. It did not address discrimination based on sexual preference or gender identity in housing or public accommodations. The Court dismissed a number of arguments that were not before the court including sex- segregated workplace facilities, bathrooms, locker rooms, sports, dress codes, and employers'religious convictions were not before the Court. How the First Amendment, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, or any other law covering the above issues might interact with Title VII prohibitions on sex-based discrimination were left to another day and a future case. The Court acknowledges that a different result would be possible if an employer raised a different defense but declined to analyze facts not before the Court. Staff contact: Catherine Clifton, City Attorney's Office E. Animal Services Subaru Loves Pets Campaign Reaches Goal — Animal Services is participating in the 2020 Subaru Loves Pets Campaign. This is the first year the shelter has partnered with Subaru for this campaign. During this campaign, Subaru will donate $100 for each dog or cat adopted during October, up to $3,100. However, only eight days into the month, the Animal Shelter has already maxed out the donation amount with 21 dogs and 42 cats adopted. Staff contact: Randi Weinberg, Animal Services F. Civic Center Open for General Elections— The Denton Civic Center will be open for early voting, October 13 through October 30. The Civic Center will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.,Monday through Saturdays. On Sundays, the hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Election Day,November 3,the Civic Center,MLK Jr.Recreation Center,and North Lakes Recreation Center will be voting sites. Curbside voting is available to any voter who has difficulty walking or standing for long periods. When you arrive at the Civic Center, please notify the election official if you have an assistant with you. The election official will then bring your ballot to your car outside the polling location. If you do not have an assistant, please call (940) 349- 3200 ahead to notify the voting clerk you want to vote curbside. During the voting hours, staff will be at the Civic Center; however, the walking track and other meeting rooms are closed to the public. Staff contact: Jennifer Eusse, Parks and Recreation G. Water Line Blow Out Resulting in Fish Kill-In the late afternoon on Monday, October 5, Renaissance, the utility sub-contractor for the TxDOT FM 2181(Teasley) project, was excavating for a tie-in to an existing waterline. During the excavation, a plug 3 connected to the end of the water line blew off the end of the line that was being excavated for the tie-in, which resulted in significant water runoff. City of Denton personnel and Renaissance called in the incident to after-hours dispatch and City of Denton Water Distribution crews arrived on-site that evening to close the necessary valves to isolate the area and stop the runoff. City crews and Renaissance worked together to repair the blown-off plug and water was turned back on to the area by 9:00 p.m. on October 5. The water flowing out from the 8" line collected sediment and infiltrated the private pond at the Lakewood Estates Mobile Home Park, which is located at the intersection of FM 2181 and Robinson Road. It was brought to the attention of the City that the water runoff resulted in a fish kill at the private pond on Wednesday, October 7. The following day, the City met with TxDOT Area Engineer to discuss next steps and aid TxDOT in remediating this issue. TxDOT plans to hold Renaissance responsible for this issue and will ensure the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Kills and Spills Team are contacted to perform the necessary follow-up with those groups and the Lakewood Estates Mobile Home Park. The contractor should have all fish documented and cleaned up by close of business on October 8. As an added safety measure, City staff have placed signage around the pond to warn residents to stay clear of the pond while the issue is being remediated. TxDOT will work with the Lakewood Mobile Home Park to restore the pond to existing or improved condition. Staff contact: Rebecca Diviney, Capital Projects H. Purchasing Award— City of Denton's Procurement Department has been awarded the prestigious 25th Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) for 2020 from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. (NPI). The AEP Award is earned by public and non-profit agencies that demonstrate a commitment to procurement excellence. This annual program recognizes procurement organizations that embrace Innovation, Professionalism, Productivity, Leadership and e-Procurement. The AEP program encourages the development of excellence as well as continued organizational improvement to earn the award annually. The City of Denton is one of only 69 cities in the United States and Canada to receive the award. Staff contact: Christine Taylor, Procurement & Compliance I. Downtown Denton Decorative Building Lights—October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To increase awareness of the disease, the Downtown Denton decorative building lights that outline the downtown rooflines will be turned pink in coordination with the pink lighting on the Courthouse-on-the Square. The lights will stay pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout October. Staff contact: Christina Davis, Economic Development J. WAZE Updated for Polling Location Navigation -Public Affairs, Public Works, and Technology Services staff collaborated over the past few weeks to ensure the WAZE application was updated to include safe turn-by-turn directions to polling locations. In addition to the polling location maps that staff created, WAZE is an excellent way to safely navigate to polling locations. Staff contact: Haley Salazar, Public Works 4 • • 0.8 miles away tip • Re-center 2 VOTE • K. Economic Development Annual Business Recognition Awards—Each year, the Mayor and City Council host a breakfast meeting to recognize businesses for their exceptional support of City departments and others in the community. While this year's breakfast meeting will not be held due to COVID-19, outstanding Denton businesses will still be recognized individually and via social media. Staff will feature one company being recognized each day from Monday, October 11 to Friday, October 16, via social media on the Denton Economic Development Partnership, SHOP Denton, and City of Denton Facebook pages. The businesses receiving recognition are Firehouse 22; Cartwrights Ranch House and Cartwrights Caf6; GSATi and Swash Labs; John Williams of Eastside, Oak Street Draft House, and Ms. Angeline's; and Peterbilt Motor Company/PACCAR. Recognition awards will be presented in-person by staff and board representatives to the businesses later in October. Staff contact: Christina Davis, Economic Development L. Budget Process—Over the past several years, each City department rebuilt their budget based on priorities and outcomes. This year, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City developed cost containment strategies to reduce expenses while maintaining service levels. The FY2021 budget process was a continuation of this effort as each department began with a base-line budget, which excluded one-time expenses from the previous year budget. During the process, departments submit a justification for each proposed budget line item within the base line budget. This step ensures all line items are reconsidered each year for necessity in meeting department priorities. Supplemental requests are required for new programs, services, or expenses; these requests are categorized into on-going or one-time expenses. Each supplemental request is reviewed by the City Manager's Office and ranked by order of priority. Priority is given to those supplemental requests that align with City Council's priorities 5 and the City's Strategic Plan. Once all supplemental requests are ranked, the City Manager and Finance determine which supplemental requests will be included in the Proposed Budget for City Council consideration. This year, few supplemental requests were approved as the City prioritized a baseline budget in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. A handout depicting the budget process is attached. Staff contact: Cassey Ogden, Finance M. North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Waste Characterization Study—The Solid Waste and Recycling Department has been invited to participate, at no cost, in the 3rd NCTCOG regional waste characterization study, scheduled to take place October 26 — November 1, 2020. The purpose of the study is to complete a recycling capture rate analysis for the North Texas Region. The City of Denton will submit 8 to 10 samples of garbage and recycling material to be hand sorted and classified for the study. At the study's conclusion, the City of Denton will be provided with the composition profile results of the samples provided. Results from this study will be included in the development of the City's upcoming Strategic Solid Waste Management Strategy. Staff contact: Brian Boerner, Solid Waste and Recycling Department N. Denton Municipal Electric (DME) Receives National Commendation — On Tuesday, September 28, the American Public Power Association presented DME with the American Public Power Association Mutual Aid Commendation (attached) for the support provided in electric power recovery efforts in Lafayette and Winnfield, Louisiana. DME participates in the American Public Power Association's (APPA) mutual aid network during widespread power outages. This network created a Mutual Aid Commendation to recognize public power utilities that have answered the call for assistance and helped another community restore power to its customers. This year, DME was commended for the assistance provided to affected communities in Louisiana by Hurricane Laura. On August 27 and September 1, DME sent 20 employees, 13 utility trucks, and support equipment to assist the cities of Lafayette and Winnfield with widespread outages. While in Louisiana, DME crews helped restore 1,700 miles of feeder lines that provide electricity to homes, hospitals, nursing homes, gas stations, and water systems. The assistance provided by DME and other government entities was well received and appreciated. A social media post from the City of Winnfield states: "Utility crews are working around the clock to restore power to our community. We are grateful for not only them but for all of the linemen/utility workers who have left their families to come and assist us. Don't forget to THANK A LINEMAN!" A letter to DME from the President and CEO of APPA said: "Mutual aid is at the heart of what public power does, and the public power community thanks you for stepping up to help a neighbor in need—whether they are next door or thousands of miles away. On behalf of the more than 2,000 public power utilities we represent, please accept my thanks." It is worth noting that the City of Lafayette and Winfield will reimburse DME for all expenses incurred during the aid response per the mutual aid agreement. 6 If the need arises,rest assure that DME field crews will lend a hand to Denton residents and the public power mutual aid network. For more information on DME and its commitment to mutual aid, email dme(cr�,cityofdenton.com or visit PublicPower.org/MutualAid. Staff contact: Chris Lutrick, DME O. Landscape Maintenance on I-35 — On September 16, Council Member Davis asked whether the City could do anything regarding improving TxDOT's turFlandscaping maintenance along I-35E, specifically underneath the North Texas Blvd bridge. Since this request, TxDOT has completed a recent mowing and litter cycle. If desired, the Parks and Recreation(PARD) could supplement the current mowing cycles completed by TxDOT with additional mowing/litter cycles to improve the appearance, as some other communities have decided to do for select areas. Additionally, other communities also work with TxDOT to improve landscaping, irrigation, and artwork to transportation corridors, like what Denton has done with the medallions and median enhancements. On a typical day, an estimated 57,000 vehicles traverse 1-35W (22,000) and I-35E (35,000)north to the interstates'merger. Staff understands that while a large part of this traffic may not stop in Denton, these commuters'recollection of the City may be based on the visual experience of traveling through the community. PARD staff met with TxDOT to discuss beautifying this area and the entire I-35 corridor throughout Denton city limits. TxDOT recommended applying for the GREEN RIBBON GRANT opportunity to fund landscaping enhancements throughout the I-35 corridor. Staff will work over the next several months on a plan for consideration for the upcoming grant cycle, and continue to discuss alternatives for beautification along the interstates with TxDOT. Staff contact: Drew Huffman, Parks and Recreation P. Polling Location Access—On September 22,Council Member Armintor requested staff assess potential access issues to polling locations that may be caused by construction, specifically at Wilson Elementary and the South Branch Library. Staff has been working to create maps that will help direct resident to the polling locations, including those without active construction in the area. Early voting will take place October 13- 17. Since early voting occurs prior to Election Day, staff prioritized the development of polling location access maps first. A map has been produced for each of the seven early voting locations. These maps will be posted on the City's Vote webpage (www.cityofdenton.com/vote)by October 13 and a social media post will be published so that residents are aware of this resource. The maps for Wilson Elementary and South Branch library are attached. Although Teasley Lane is currently under construction, the contractor has assured staff that there will be one lane open in each direction along Teasley and that the driveway will be completed to allow access to the South Branch Library by October 13. Staff is currently developing polling location access maps for Election Day polling locations, which will also be posted online and on social media by the end of October. Election Day is November 3, 2020. Staff contact: Brian Jahn, Capital Projects Q. Conservation Benefits When Considering Land Purchases —On September 22, Councilmember Meltzer asked for an opinion from Environmental Services regarding adding information on the "conservation value" in the land acquisition evaluation and summary table. When evaluating the benefits of purchasing property, many factors are considered, including but not limited to tree canopy, species of trees, unique land features, connectivity to neighborhoods, parks, schools, historical value, wildlife corridors, beautification, and the economic value to the community. One key element is preserving or creating opportunities to expand or connect people to nature while preserving wildlife's ability to maintain a quality of life in a safe environment through corridors. As Denton continues to grow, and open land is turning into neighborhoods, the Parks and Recreation Department (PARR) works to partner with local developers to acquire land(upland and protected habitats associated with water)to maintain connectivity for both residents and wildlife enjoyment. Land located along existing wildlife corridors, such as creeks and floodplains, is a natural landmark for this opportunity. Maintaining parcels along the floodplains, riparian buffers, and tree canopy will help provide areas for the wildlife to live and traverse. In the instance of the Forestar-Rayzor development, the land adjacent to the floodplain, riparian buffers, water-related ("wetlands"), and Cross Timbers upland habitat are the most important areas due to the connectivity of the open space with protected habitats. Once roads and homes are turned into breaks or barriers, the corridors are severed, which could diminish their ecological values. As PARD explores opportunities for open space acquisition and trail development, all factors are considered when balancing the available financial resources for land purchases and recreational opportunities. PARD has been identifying areas for acquisition along creeks when available for future trails and maintaining wildlife corridors. As part of the land acquisition process, staff will add a column in the summary table to include "conservation value." Staff contacts: Gary Packan, Parks and Recreation and Deborah Viera, Environmental Services R. Speed Limit Signs on Hercules Lane - On September 24, Council Member Briggs requested information on the placement of speed limit signs on Hercules. Speed limit signs will be included in the roadway construction projects along Hercules once traffic design plans are submitted and reviewed for each phase of construction to determine whether additional signs are needed. Once every segment of construction is complete, staff will review the entirety of Hercules for proper speed limit sign spacing. Council Member Briggs also requested staff place a driver feedback sign on Hercules to help calm traffic. There is currently a driver feedback sign placed on Hercules between Locust St and Meadowtrail Ln to address speeding concerns. Once all the construction on Hercules is completed, staff will reassess the placement of the driver feedback sign. Additionally, Council Member Briggs requested that staff place flashing crosswalk on Hercules for park crossing safety. Staff has identified the activated, LED edge-lit pedestrian crossing sign as a recommended safety measure for all existing mid-block pedestrian crossings and will convert the existing static signs on Hercules east of 8 Beatriz to the activated, LED signs by the end of the year. Staff contact: Brian Jahn, Capital Projects S. Traffic Safety Concerns on Sherman Drive — On September 24, Council Member Briggs requested staff assess Sherman Drive between Windsor and Kings Row to see if any temporary measures could be added to address safety concerns. Pursuant to the crash analysis previously performed for this corridor, staff began an investigation to identify potential traffic hazards, especially at the major intersections where most of the reported accidents take place. The result of this study will be a list of the hazards identified and solutions available to mitigate them. This study is scheduled to be complete by the end of 2020. Staff contact, Brian Jahn, Capital Projects T. Traffic Calming Devices on Parkside Drive — On September 24, Council Member Briggs requested that staff investigate whether speed bumps should be placed back onto Parkside Drive after it was micro sealed in October 2018. Staff will conduct a speed study along Parkside to measure the current vehicle speeds. Once that data is available, staff will determine if speed humps or another type of traffic calming device are appropriate. This study will take approximately four weeks to complete. Once completed, the deployment timeframe will depend on which, if any, traffic calming measure is needed. Staff contact: Brian Jahn, Capital Projects U. Rockwood Lane and Royal Lane Access to University - On September 24, Council Member Briggs requested information on the road closure at Rockwood Lane. This road is currently closed to through-traffic between Royal Ln. and Mistywood Ln. to ensure the safety of both citizens and staff while the road is being reconstructed. Detours are posted via Emerson or Locksley to access University Drive, shown in the map below, until construction is completed, which is currently scheduled for mid- October, weather dependent. Staff contact: Daniel Kremer, Streets �o s"gRs , R c 0 CLCNER LN p g r U sr 0m COOk9 I/z)- oni J ❑ o STQq, t- O O ❑ ? z 3 ono WILLIAMSBURGROW O 0 U y � 2DGEW Ob GL -_ 0 a MISTYiN00D LN 3 NOCO DR -O YEW OOD DR L4URELW D DR TIL z CRE NWOOD DR ❑ GRE EN W• D DR w � tt O O 0 MOHICANAVE _ Road Cbsure -Pmed Extent Nti- PL - -Detour Routes to3N pP / o 250 500 1DN N Z EE V. Public Schools with Sidewalks—On September 29,Council Member Meltzer requested information on how many of our schools have either existing sidewalks approaching them or have funded sidewalk projects. All of Denton's public schools have some sidewalk access leading to them. However, many campuses, especially those located near older residential areas, have significant gaps in the sidewalk network surrounding 9 them. As part of the US Department of Transportation's Safe Route to School grant program (SRTS), the City currently has funding for sidewalk improvements at four schools — Wilson, Ginnings, Alexander and Pecan Creek Elementary Schools. All of these campuses will receive sidewalk improvements in 2021 and 2022. In addition, as part of the 2019 Bond, staff will continue to identify and construct necessary sidewalk improvements at schools citywide. Staff contact: Brian Jahn, Capital Projects W. Damaged Tree Limb on Royal Lane - On October 2, Council Member Briggs requested information on a tree that was damaged during construction on Royal Lane. On October 1, a city contractor struck a tree limb with a piece of construction equipment during the paving of Royal Lane. The City arborist surveyed the damage and concluded the broken branch can be removed and there will be enough structural wood remaining to maintain the rest of the tree. The tree trimming was completed on October 3. Staff contact: Daniel Kremer, Streets X. Broken Phone Cable Addressed on Churchill— On Friday, October 2, staff received a request from Council Member Briggs to address a hanging cable that was inadvertently struck during construction at the intersection of Windsor and Churchill. Upon receipt of this request, staff immediately coordinated with the contractor to confirm that the line was an inactive telephone landline, and then worked with the contractor to have the hanging line removed. Since the line was hanging over private residential property, the contractor coordinated with the owners of the property and cut the hanging cable on Thursday, October 8. Staff contact: Trevor Crain, Capital Projects Y. Kings Row Sidewalk Repair— On October 3, Council Member Briggs requested staff repair a section of damaged sidewalk on Kings Row. The City's concrete contractor made the sidewalk repairs on October 6. Staff contact, Daniel Kremer, Streets Z. Wood Street Reconstruction — On October 3, Council Member Briggs requested information on the timing of the reconstruction of Wood Street in Southeast Denton. Wood Street from Paisley to E Sycamore is part of the 2020 Bundle that is to be bid and awarded in October of 2021. An exact schedule for the road will be announced after the contractor is selected.The remaining section from Paisley to Texas is currently in the planning phases as part of the 2019 Bond program. As the 2019 Bond schedule is finalized, staff will communicate the timelines for these projects to the City Council through the Street Construction Report, the City website, and along with the status updates of other key infrastructure projects during the monthly capital project work session presentations. Staff contact: Daniel Kremer, Streets AA. Cooper Creek Trail— On October 5, Council Member Briggs asked staff about a possible trail that would be located along Cooper Creek Park near the "Chairy Orchard." This inquiry is based on communication she had received from a resident along the creek. On the evening of October 5,Parks and Recreation(PARD)staff talked to the resident regarding questions she had about the proposed trail. The resident was under the impression the project would start soon; however, the department is only currently receiving feedback on the draft trails plan. PARD conducted a community meeting on the plan on October 1 and will be sharing the link to the video once it is posted with the resident. PARD is considering several 10 different options for the Cooper Creek Trail, which runs between Sherman Dr. and Avondale Park. These options include a concrete path along the creek or even an on- street path. Currently, the trail additions are a vision with no design or funding for this phase of the overall trail concept. If approved by Council, this section of the plan could occur at any time, depending on city priorities and available funding. Picture attached. Staff contact: Gary Packan, Parks and Recreation BB. Mayhill Sidewalk Repairs — On October 6, Council Member Briggs submitted an inquiry regarding why new sidewalk segments along Mayhill Road were recently removed. The sidewalk segments were removed by Groundhog Construction, a contractor for Oncor Electric, for the installation of new power polls along the east side of Mayhill Road. Groundhog Construction committed to have the missing sidewalk segments restored and swept by October 16, 2020. Staff contact: Rachel Wood, Capital Projects CC. Loop 288 and Sherman Intersection — During the Mobility Committee on October 8, Council Member Briggs requested a status update on the intersection improvements at Loop 288 and Sherman Dr. The intersection is a part of the 2019 Intersection Improvements Project and is currently in the bid and award phase. Once a vendor is selected, construction is anticipated to begin at the beginning of 2021 and is scheduled to be completed by next summer. Staff contact: Dusty Draper, Capital Projects DD. Utility Billing Calculation — On October 6, Council Member Briggs forwarded a concern from a resident about her utility bill and asked whether there were any changes to the calculations that the City uses for billing purposes. Staff confirmed that there are no changes to the budget billing program, however it is possible that an individual customer's budget billing amount may change due to the customer's utility consumption going up or down versus the previous year's consumption. Staff spoke with the resident that morning to explain the process and offer customer assistance. Staff contact: Christa Foster, Public Affairs and Customer Service III. Upcoming Community Events and Meetings A. Events 1. The Great American Cleanup (Reimagined) from September 11 through October 11. To register for a cleanup with a small team, visit www.kdb.org. Staff contact: Carly Weld, Parks and Recreation B. Community Meetings 1. Bonnie Brae Phase 2 Virtual Community Meeting—Wednesday, October 14 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Staff contact: Seth Garcia, Engineering 2. Warschun Improvement Project Virtual Community Meeting — Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Staff contact: Dusting Draper, Engineering 11 3. Farris Road Sewer Project Virtual Community Meeting—Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 p.m.via Zoom. Staff contact:Pritam Deshmukh,Water/Wastewater Utilities IV. Attachments A. Mayoral Letters of Approval.............................................................................13 B. The Budget Process Graphic.............................................................................65 C. Denton-LUS Commendation ............................................................................66 D. South Branch Library Layout............................................................................67 E. Wilson Elementary Layout ...............................................................................68 F. Cooper Creek Trail...........................................................................................69 V. Informal Staff Reports A. 2020-086 Hickory Substation ...........................................................................70 B. 2020-087 FY 19-20 Fourth Quarter Special Events...........................................73 C. 2020-088 Relocation of North Lakes Park Recycling Drop-off.........................75 D. 2020-089 Park? Development Overview ..........................................................77 VI. Council Information A. Council Requests for Information ....................................................................79 B. Council Calendar .............................................................................................81 C. Draft Agenda for October 20 ............................................................................84 D. Future Work Session Items ..............................................................................95 E. Street Construction Report ...............................................................................96 12 01 Y Office of the Mayor c�F Y DENTON 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • (940) 349-7717 October 5, 2020 Jennifer Ebert Program Chair, Denton Noon Rotary Club Dear Ms. Ebert, Per Governor Abbott's Executive Order GA-30, any outdoor gathering in excess of 10 people, other than those set forth in his order, are prohibited unless the mayor of the city in which the gathering is held approves of the gathering, and such approval can be made subject to certain conditions or restrictions not inconsistent with GA-30. I have received your request for an outdoor gathering for a Denton Noon Rotary Club meeting proposed to be held at The Nook in Quakertown Park on the following date: • October 29, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The proposed event is provided the COVID-19 safety precautions are followed as they are included within your request (attached). The approval is additionally contingent upon the following: • All individuals must wear a face covering in accordance with GA-29 (attached); • The event must be in compliance of all requirements of GA-30 (attached); • Sufficient staff or volunteers are available to implement the event's COVID-19 safety precautions; and • All individuals should maintain 6 feet of separation from others outside the individual's group. A group is defined as no more than 10 persons including the members of the household and those persons who traveled together to the event. Additionally,please coordinate with Jennifer Bekker(jennifer.bekker(d),cityofdenton.com)with the Denton Library to avoid any scheduling conflicts. Further recommendations for health and safety measures for outdoor events per the Texas Department of Health Services for outdoor events are attached. Please stay safe and well. Sincerely, wfi(4�— Chris Watts Mayor OUR CORE VALUES Integrity• Fiscal Responsibility•Transparency• Outstanding Customer Service ADA/EOE/ADEA www.cityofdenton.com TDD(800)735-2989 13 Attachments: 1. Event Request 2. GA-29 3. GA-30 4. Open Texas Checklist for Outdoor Events 2 14 Adams, Ryan From: Richards, Karisa L. Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 2:56 PM To: Bekker, Jennifer M; Packan, Gary R; Adams, Ryan Subject: FW: Rotary Gathering at the Nook in Late October? Ms. Ebert called called and sent the Mayor the e-mail below. Wanted to forward. Thank you, Karisa Leigh Richards Senior Executive Assistant City Council I City Manager's Office Office: (940) 349-7721 1 Fax: (940) 349-8596 215 E. McKinney Street Denton,TX 76201 www.cityofdenton.com DENTON From:Jennifer Ebert<jebert@coserv.com> Sent:Thursday, September 24, 2020 10:50 AM To: Watts, Chris<Chris.Watts@cityofdenton.com> Subject: Rotary Gathering at the Nook in Late October? This message has originated from an External Source. Please be cautious regarding links and attachments. Hello Mayor Watts, Thank you again for your support to our community and the Denton Noon Rotary Club outdoor Nook project at the Emily Fowler Library. We're excited for the community as this project is nearing completion soon. I am reaching-out as I am the Program Chair for this Rotary Club. We were hoping we might be able to have a brief club meeting at the Nook at the end of October. Paul Meltzer suggested I reach-out to you as a helpful resource. I would estimate that 20-30 of our club members may like to attend visiting the Nook. The outdoor Nook area is approximately of 40'x 80'. There should be ample open space to accommodate this number of people 6 feet apart. We could also ask that our club members bring their own chairs too and direct them to properly socially distanced sitting locations. Of course we need your approval as well as speak with the Library Director. Thank you for considering our request. I look forward to your reply. Sincerely, Jennifer Ebert i 15 Denton Noon Rotary Club Program Chair (940) 453-6290 Rotary '� Rotary Opens Opportunities 2 16 APT E 0 C°vERI30 GOVERNOR GREG ABBOTT July 2, 2020 FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2:3 O'CLOCK 00 S.W. The Honorable Ruth R. Hughs Secretary of State Secretary of State State Capitol Room 1 E.8 Austin, Texas 78701 Dear Secretary Hughs: Pursuant to his powers as Governor of the State of Texas, Greg Abbott has issued the following: Executive Order No. GA-29 relating to the use of face coverings during the COVID-19 disaster. The original executive order is attached to this letter of transmittal. Respe fully submitted, V ory Davi son E ecutive lerk to the Governor GSD/gsd Attachment POST OFFICE BOX 12428 AUSTIN,TEXAS (VOICE)DIAL 7-1-1 FOR RELAY SERVICES 17 X fbir (!Drb:er rru I BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF TEXAS Executive Department Austin, Texas July 2, 2020 EXECUTIVE ORDER GA 29 Relating to the use of face coverings during the COVID-19 disaster. WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, in each subsequent month effective through today, I have renewed the disaster declaration for all Texas counties; and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Dr. John Hellerstedt, has determined that COVID-19 continues to represent a public health disaster within the meaning of Chapter 81 of the Texas Health and Safety Code; and WHEREAS, I have issued executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to COVID-19, aimed at using the least restrictive means available to protect the health and safety of Texans and ensure an effective response to this disaster; and WHEREAS, as Texas reopens in the midst of COVID-19, increased spread is to be expected, and the key to controlling the spread and keeping Texans safe is for all people to consistently follow good hygiene and social-distancing practices; and WHEREAS, due to recent substantial increases in COVID-19 positive cases, and increases in the COVID-19 positivity rate and hospitalizations resulting from COVID- 19, further measures are needed to achieve the least restrictive means for reducing the growing spread of COVID-19, and to avoid a need for more extreme measures; and WHEREAS, I have joined the medical experts in consistently encouraging people to use face coverings, and health authorities have repeatedly emphasized that wearing face coverings is one of the most important and effective tools for reducing the spread of COVID-19; and WHEREAS, given the current status of COVID-19 in Texas, requiring the use of face coverings is a targeted response that can combat the threat to public health using the least restrictive means, and if people follow this requirement, more extreme measures may be avoided; and WHEREAS, wearing a face covering is important not only to protect oneself, but also to avoid unknowingly harming fellow Texans, especially given that many people who go into public may have COVID-19 without knowing it because they have no symptoms; and FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2' 3op" O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 18 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 2 WHEREAS, the "governor is responsible for meeting ... the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters" under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and the legislature has given the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and WHEREAS, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable under Section 418.173 by fine; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective at 12:01 p.m. on July 3, 2020: Every person in Texas shall wear a face covering over the nose and mouth when inside a commercial entity or other building or space open to the public, or when in an outdoor public space, wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another person not in the same household; provided, however, that this face-covering requirement does not apply to the followings: 1. any person younger than 10 years of age; 2. any person with a medical condition or disability that prevents wearing a face covering; 3. any person while the person is consuming food or drink, or is seated at a restaurant to eat or drink; 4. any person while the person is (a) exercising outdoors or engaging in physical activity outdoors, and (b) maintaining a safe distance from other people not in the same household; 5. any person while the person is driving alone or with passengers who are part of the same household as the driver; 6. any person obtaining a service that requires temporary removal of the face covering for security surveillance, screening, or a need for specific access to the face, such as while visiting a bank or while obtaining a personal- care service involving the face, but only to the extent necessary for the temporary removal; 7. any person while the person is in a swimming pool, lake, or similar body of water; 8. any person who is voting, assisting a voter, serving as a poll watcher, or actively administering an election, but wearing a face covering is strongly encouraged; 9. any person who is actively providing or obtaining access to religious worship, but wearing a face covering is strongly encouraged; 10. any person while the person is giving a speech for a broadcast or to an audience; or 11. any person in a county(a) that meets the requisite criteria promul ga FILE1tt 64 OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE a..'go ew► O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 19 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 3 the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) regarding minimal cases of COVID-19, and (b) whose county judge has affirmatively opted-out of this face-covering requirement by filing with TDEM the required face-covering attestation form—provided, however, that wearing a face covering is highly recommended, and every county is strongly encouraged to follow these face-covering standards. Not excepted from this face-covering requirement is any person attending a protest or demonstration involving more than 10 people and who is not practicing safe social distancing of six feet from other people not in the same household. TDEM shall maintain on its website a list of counties that are not subject to this face-covering requirement pursuant to paragraph number 11. The list can be found at: www.tdem.texas.gov/ga29. Following a verbal or written warning for a first-time violator of this face- covering requirement, a person's second violation shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $250. Each subsequent violation shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $250 per violation. Local law enforcement and other local officials, as appropriate, can and should enforce this executive order, Executive Order GA-28, and other effective executive orders, as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order and other effective executive orders. But no law enforcement or other official may detain, arrest, or confine in jail any person for a violation of this executive order or for related non-violent, non-felony offenses that are predicated on a violation of this executive order; provided, however, that any official with authority to enforce this executive order may act to enforce trespassing laws and remove violators at the request of a business establishment or other property owner. This executive order hereby prohibits confinement in jail as a penalty for the violation of any face-covering order by any jurisdiction. Executive Order GA-28 is hereby amended to delete from paragraph number 15 the phrase: ", but no jurisdiction can impose a civil or criminal penalty for failure to wear a face covering." The governor may by proclamation amend this executive order or add to the list of people to whom this face-covering requirement does not apply. This executive order does not supersede Executive Orders GA-10, GA-13, GA-17, GA- 19, GA-24, GA-25, GA-27, or GA-28 as amended. This executive order shall remain in effect and in full force until modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor. FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE —2:30 e►" O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 20 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 4 Given under my hand this the 2nd -0�y day of July, 2020. GREG A BOTT Governor ATTES BY: UTH R. HUGHS Secretary of State FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2.'5bf► O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 21 APT E D� H Cn G'0 04 GOVERNOR GREG ABBOTT FILED Its THE -ME September 17, 2020 SECRETARY OF STATE (��3©4� O'CLOCK 2020 The Honorable Ruth R. Hughs e Secretary of State State Capitol Room 1 E.8 Austin, Texas 78701 Dear Secretary Hughs: Pursuant to his powers as Governor of the State of Texas, Greg Abbott has issued the following: Executive Order No. GA-30 relating to the continued response to the COVID-19 disaster as Texas reopens. The original executive order is attached to this letter of transmittal. Res ectfully submitted, -� 6 E V--� G gory S Davidson ecutive Clerk to the Governor GSD/gsd Attachment POST OFFICE BOX 12428 AUSTIN,TEXAS (VOICE)DIAL 7-1-1 FOR RELAY SERVICES 22 XrrUfTVr wrbrr BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF TEXAS Executive Department Austin, Texas September 17, 2020 EXECUTIVE ORDER GA 30 Relating to the continued response to the COVID-19 disaster as Texas reopens. WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, in each subsequent month effective through today, I have renewed the disaster declaration for all Texas counties; and WHEREAS, I have issued executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to COVID-19, aimed at protecting the health and safety of Texans and ensuring an effective response to this disaster; and WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-08 on March 19, 2020, mandating certain social-distancing restrictions for Texans in accordance with guidelines promulgated by President Donald J. Trump and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); and WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-14 on March 31, 2020, expanding the social- distancing restrictions for Texans based on guidance from health experts and the President; and WHEREAS, I subsequently issued Executive Orders GA-16, GA-18, GA-21, GA-23, and GA-26 from April through early June 2020, aiming to achieve the least restrictive means of combatting the threat to public health by continuing certain social-distancing restrictions, while implementing a safe, strategic plan to reopen Texas; and WHEREAS, as Texas reopens in the midst of COVID-19, increased spread is to be expected, and the key to controlling the spread and keeping Texas residents safe is for all Texans to consistently follow good hygiene and social-distancing practices, especially those set forth in the minimum standard health protocols from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS); and WHEREAS, in June 2020, Texas experienced substantial increases in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, necessitating targeted and temporary adjustments to the reopening plan to achieve the least restrictive means for reducing the growing spread of COVID-19 and the resulting imminent threat to public health, and to avoid a need for more extreme measures; and WHEREAS, I therefore issued Executive Orders GA-28 and GA-29 in late June and early FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 11;3o PA+-i O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 23 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 2 July 2020, respectively, and amended Executive Order GA-28 by proclamation on July 2, 2020; and WHEREAS, due to improved medical treatments for COVID-19 patients, substantial increases in testing, abundant supplies of personal protective equipment, and Texans' adherence to safe practices like social distancing, hand sanitizing, and use of face coverings, the spread of COVID-19 and the number of new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have steadily and significantly declined since late July; and WHEREAS, as Texas continues to reopen, everyone must act safely, and to that end, this executive order and prior executive orders provide that all persons should follow the health protocols from DSHS, which whenever achieved will mean compliance with the minimum standards for safely reopening, but which should not be used to fault those who act in good faith but can only substantially comply with the standards in light of scarce resources and other extenuating COVID-19 circumstances; and WHEREAS, in the Texas Disaster Act of 1975, the legislature charged the governor with the responsibility"for meeting ... the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters" under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and expressly granted the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and WHEREAS, under Section 418.012, the "governor may issue executive orders ... hav[ing] the force and effect of law;" and WHEREAS, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable under Section 418.173 by a fine not to exceed $1,000, and may be subject to regulatory enforcement; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, and in accordance with guidance from the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services, Dr. John Hellerstedt, other medical advisors, the White House, and the CDC, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective at 12:01 a.m. on September 21, 2020: Every business establishment in Texas shall operate at no more than 50 percent of the total listed occupancy of the establishment; provided, however, that: 1. There is no occupancy limit for the following: a. any services listed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency(CISA) in its Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, Version 4.0 or any subsequent version; b. religious services, including those conducted in churches, congregations, and houses of worship; c. local government operations, including county and municipal governmental operations relating to licensing (including marriage licenses), permitting, recordation, and document-filing services, as determined by the local government; d. child-care services; e. youth camps, including but not limited to those defined as such under Chapter 141 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and including all summer camps and other daytime and overnight camps for youths; f. recreational sports programs for youths and adults; FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE It: � O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 24 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 3 g. any public or private schools, and any public or private institutions of higher education, not already covered above; and h. drive-in concerts, movies, or similar events, under guidelines that facilitate appropriate social distancing, that generally require spectators to remain in their vehicles, and that minimize in-person contact between people who are not in the same household or vehicle. 2. The following types of business establishments may operate at up to 75 percent of the total listed occupancy of the establishment, except for those establishments in areas with high hospitalizations as defined below: a. in-store, non-CISA retail establishments; b. dine-in restaurants, as defined below in paragraph No. 7; c. non-CISA office buildings; d. non-CISA manufacturers; e. museums and libraries; and f. gyms and exercise facilities and classes. "Areas with high hospitalizations" means any Trauma Service Area that has had seven consecutive days in which the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients as a percentage of all hospitalized patients exceeds 15 percent, until such time as the Trauma Service Area has seven consecutive days in which the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients as a percentage of all hospitalized patients is 15 percent or less. A current list of areas with high hospitalizations will be maintained at www.dshs.texas.gov/ ag_3031. 3. Except as provided below by paragraph No. 6, this 50 percent occupancy limit does not apply to outdoor areas, events, or establishments, except that the outdoor areas or outdoor venues identified in paragraph No. 2 of Executive Order GA-28 shall operate at no more than the percentage of normal operating limits as was set forth in Executive Order GA-28. 4. There is no occupancy limit for the following establishments that operate with at least six feet of social distancing between work stations: a. cosmetology salons, hair salons,barber shops, nail salons/shops, and other establishments where licensed cosmetologists or barbers practice their trade; b. massage establishments and other facilities where licensed massage therapists or other persons licensed or otherwise authorized to practice under Chapter 455 of the Texas Occupations Code practice their trade; and c. other personal-care and beauty services such as tanning salons, tattoo studios, piercing studios, hair removal services, and hair loss treatment and growth services. 5. Amusement parks shall operate at no more than 50 percent of the normal operating limits as determined by the owner. 6. For any outdoor gathering in excess of 10 people, other than those set forth above in paragraph Nos. 1, 2, 3, or 5, the gathering is prohibited unless the mayor of the city in which the gathering is held, or the county judge in the case of a gathering in an unincorporated area, approves of the gathering, and such approval can be made subject to certain conditions or restrictions not inconsistent with this executive order. 7. Only restaurants that have less than 51 percent of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages, and whose customers eat or drink only while seated, may offer dine-in services. 8. People shall not visit bars or similar establishments that hold a permit from the FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE It' 30fvv- O'CLOCK 25 SEP 17 2020 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 4 Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) and are not restaurants as defined above in paragraph No. 7; provided, however, that the use by such bars or similar establishments of drive-thru, pickup, or delivery options for food and drinks is allowed to the extent authorized by TABC. 9. People shall not use commercial rafting or tubing services, including rental of rafts or tubes and transportation of people for the purpose of rafting or tubing. 10. For any business establishment that is subject to a 50 percent "total listed occupancy" limit or"normal operating limit," and that is in a county that has filed with DSHS, and is in compliance with, the requisite attestation form promulgated by DSHS regarding minimal cases of COVID-19, the business establishment may operate at up to 75 percent of the total listed occupancy or normal operating limit of the establishment. 11. For purposes of this executive order, facilities with retractable roofs are considered indoor facilities, whether the roof is opened or closed. 12. Staff members are not included in determining operating levels, except for manufacturing services and office workers. 13. Except as provided in this executive order or in the minimum standard health protocols recommended by DSHS, found at www.dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus, people shall not be in groups larger than 10 and shall maintain six feet of social distancing from those not in their group. 14. People over the age of 65 are strongly encouraged to stay at home as much as possible; to maintain appropriate distance from any member of the household who has been out of the residence in the previous 14 days; and, if leaving the home, to implement social distancing and to practice good hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sanitation. 15. In providing or obtaining services, every person (including individuals, businesses, and other legal entities) should use good-faith efforts and available resources to follow the minimum standard health protocols recommended by DSHS. 16. Nothing in this executive order or the DSHS minimum standards precludes requiring a customer to follow additional hygiene measures when obtaining services. 17. People may visit nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, or long-term care facilities as determined through guidance from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, and long-term care facilities should follow infection control policies and practices set forth by HHSC, including minimizing the movement of staff between facilities whenever possible; and 18. Public schools may operate as provided by, and under the minimum standard health protocols found in, guidance issued by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Private schools and institutions of higher education are encouraged to establish similar standards. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the governor may by proclamation add to the list of establishments or venues that people shall not visit. This executive order shall supersede any conflicting order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster, but only to the extent that such a local order restricts FILED IN THE 0,�i%�E OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 11:34DA wt^ O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 26 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 5 services allowed by this executive order, allows gatherings prohibited by this executive order, or expands the list or scope of services as set forth in this executive order. Pursuant to Section 418.016(a) of the Texas Government Code, I hereby suspend Sections 418.1015(b) and 418.108 of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 81, Subchapter E of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and any other relevant statutes, to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not impose restrictions in response to the COVID-19 disaster that are inconsistent with this executive order, provided that local officials may enforce this executive order as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order. All existing state executive orders relating to COVID-19 are amended to eliminate confinement in jail as an available penalty for violating the executive orders. To the extent any order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster would allow confinement in jail as an available penalty for violating a COVID-19-related order, that order allowing confinement in jail is superseded, and I hereby suspend all relevant laws to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not confine people in jail for violating any executive order or local order issued in response to the COVID-19 disaster. This executive order supersedes Executive Order GA-28, but does not supersede Executive Orders GA-10, GA-13, GA-17, GA-19, GA-24, GA-25, GA-27, or GA-29. This executive order shall remain in effect and in full force unless it is modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor. This executive order may also be amended by proclamation of the governor. Given under my hand this the 17th day of September, 2020. GREG A BOTT z. Governor AT4kBY: 7 UTH R. HUGHS Secretary of State FILER IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE I+ :30��O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 27 TEXAS •�; Health and Human Texas Department of State Health Services Services John Hellerstedt,M.D. Commissioner C� CHECKLIST FOR OUTDOOR EVENTS Page 1 of 2 Outdoor events,such as July 4 celebrations and other large outdoor gatherings with estimated attendance of 10 or more, are permissible to hold in Texas. The county judge or the mayor, as appropriate,in coordination with the local public health authority, must give approval to such an outdoor gathering or event prior to it being held. All individuals must wear a face covering(over the nose and mouth) wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another individual not in the same household or,for those engaging in physical activities outdoors, wherever the individual is not able to maintain a safe physical distance from others not in the same household. The following are the minimum recommended health protocols for all outdoor events in Texas. These minimum health protocols are not a limit on the health protocols that individuals may adopt. Individuals are encouraged to adopt additional protocols consistent with their specific needs and circumstances to help protect the health and safety of all Texans. The virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread to others by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. Even if an infected person is only mildly ill, the people they spread it to may become seriously ill or even die, especially if that person is 65 or older with pre-existing health conditions that place them at higher risk. Because of the hidden nature of this threat, everyone should rigorously follow the practices specified in these protocols, all of which facilitate a safe and measured reopening of Texas. The virus that causes COVID-19 is still circulating in our communities. We should continue to observe practices that protect everyone, including those who are most vulnerable. Please note,public health guidance cannot anticipate every unique situation. Individuals should stay informed and take actions based on common sense and wise judgment that will protect health and support economic revitalization. Health protocols for individuals: ❑ Individuals aged 65 or older are at a higher risk of COVID-19. To the extent possible,avoid contact within 6 feet with individuals aged 65 and older. Individuals aged 65 and older should stay at home as much as possible. Large gatherings, even those held outside, pose a significant risk to this population. ❑ Individuals may not be in a group larger than 10 individuals (including those within the individual's household). Within these groups, individuals should,to the extent possible, minimize in-person contact with others not in the individual's household. Minimizing in-person contact includes maintaining 6 feet of separation from individuals. When maintaining 6 feet of separation is not feasible, other methods should be utilized to slow the spread of COVID-19, such as washing or sanitizing hand frequently, and avoiding sharing utensils or other common objects. ❑ Individuals should maintain 6 feet of separation from others outside the individual's group.A group is defined as no more than 10 persons including the members of the household and those persons who traveled together to the event. ❑ Self-screen before going to an outdoor event for any of the following new or worsening signs or symptoms of possible COVID-19: ❑ Cough ❑ Sore throat ❑ Shortness of breath or difficulty ❑ Loss of taste or smell breathing ❑ Diarrhea ❑ Chills ❑ Feeling feverish or a measured temperature ❑ Repeated shaking with chills greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit ❑ Muscle pain ❑ Known close contact with a person who is lab ❑ Headache confirmed to have COVID-19 28 Revised 7/3/2020 TEXAS •�; Health and Human Texas Department of State Health Services Services John Hellerstedt,M.D. Commissioner OUTDOOR EVENTS: Page 2 of 2 ❑ Wash or disinfect hands after any interaction with employees, other individuals, or items at the outdoor event. ❑ Clean and sanitize any items before and after use. Local approval factors: ❑ Local approval for large outdoor gatherings (those with an estimated attendance exceeding 10 individuals) is appropriate in this instance because a statewide standard is unable to take into account the various factors needed to ensure such a gathering in varied locations is safe and will minimize the spread of COVID-19. Further, business parity is not an issue at large outdoor events. ❑ In evaluating large gatherings (those with an estimated attendance exceeding 10 individuals), the county judge or the mayor, as applicable, should consider the following factors: ❑ The overall number of projected attendees; ❑ The likelihood of individuals over the age of 65 attending; ❑ The density of the forum and the ability to ensure social distancing of 6 feet between individuals; and ❑ The level of transmission in the county. ❑ Gatherings of less than 10 individuals may proceed consistent with all the health protocols above without approval of the county judge, local health authority, or mayor, as applicable. 29 Revised 7/3/2020 01 Y Office of the Mayor c�F Y DENTON 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • (940) 349-7717 October 5, 2020 Mr. Nate Johnson 320 Ruth St. Denton, TX 76205 Dear Mr. Johnson, Per Governor Abbott's Executive Order GA-30, any outdoor gathering in excess of 10 people, other than those set forth in his order, are prohibited unless the mayor of the city in which the gathering is held approves of the gathering, and such approval can be made subject to certain conditions or restrictions not inconsistent with GA-30. I have received your request for an outdoor gathering for a mayoral candidate forum proposed to be held at Fred Moore Park on the following date: • October 10, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The proposed event is provided the COVID-19 safety precautions are followed as they are included within your request (attached). The approval is additionally contingent upon the following: • All mayoral candidates are provided the opportunity to participate; • All individuals must wear a face covering in accordance with GA-29 (attached); • The event must be in compliance of all requirements of GA-30 (attached); • Sufficient staff or volunteers are available to implement the event's COVID-19 safety precautions; and • All individuals should maintain 6 feet of separation from others outside the individual's group. A group is defined as no more than 10 persons including the members of the household and those persons who traveled together to the event. Additionally,please coordinate with Jennifer Eusse (jennifer.eusse(&,,cityofdenton.com) with the Denton Parks and Recreation Department regarding any on site needs or requirements. Further recommendations for health and safety measures for outdoor events per the Texas Department of Health Services for outdoor events are attached. OUR CORE VALUES Integrity• Fiscal Responsibility•Transparency• Outstanding Customer Service ADA/EOE/ADEA www.cityofdenton.com TDD(800)735-2989 30 Please stay safe and well. Sincerely, WOA4- Chris Watts Mayor Attachments: 1. Event Request 2. GA-29 3. GA-30 4. Open Texas Checklist for Outdoor Events 2 31 Adams, Ryan Subject: RE: Southeast Denton Mayoral Candidate Forum From: s<nate46i@aol.com> Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 4:38 PM To: Chis.watts@cityofdenton.com Cc: Packan, Gary R<Gary.Packan@cityofdenton.com>; Kuechler, Sarah <Sarah.Kuechler@cityofdenton.com>; Paul.bryant@dentonrc.com; Hudspeth, Gerard <Gerard.Hudspeth @cityofdenton.com>; gerardfordenton@gmail.com; briggsfordenton@gmail.com; maybesomethingdifferentdenton@gmail.com Subject: Southeast Denton Mayoral Candidate Forum This message has originated from an External Source. Please be cautious regarding links and attachments. Dear Mayor Watts, I am writing you this email requesting your approval for a gathering of 50 people at Fred Moore Park. The gathering is for a Southeast Denton Mayoral Candidate Forum. If approved, it will take place October 7, 2020 from 6p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Face masks will be required, chair placement will be 6ft apart to comply with the CDC guidelines. Candidates will be seated on the stage at a safe distance from the audience. Microphones will be provided for candidates who participate. Your approval for this Mayoral Candidate Forum will be greatly appreciated. Respectfully Nate Johnson 32 Adams, Ryan From: Kuechler, Sarah Sent: Thursday, October 1, 2020 10:46 AM To: Adams, Ryan Subject: FW: New forum date From: s<nate46j@aol.com> Sent:Thursday, October 1, 2020 10:37 AM To: chis.watts@cityofdenton.com; Packan, Gary R<Gary.Packan@cityofdenton.com>; Kuechler, Sarah <Sarah.Kuechler@cityofdenton.com>; paul.bryant@dentonrc.com; briggsfordenton@gmail.com; maybesomethingdifferentdenton@gmail.com; Hudspeth, Gerard <Gerard.Hudspeth@cityofdenton.com>; gerardfordenton@gmail.com Subject: New forum date This message has originated from an External Source. Please be cautious regarding links and attachments. Dear Mayor Watts, This is to request permission to hold a Mayoral candidate forum primarily for the citizens of District 1 , and more specifically Southeast Denton. In addition to the mayoral candidates, any city council candidate who wish to be included in the forum are welcome to do so. The candidate forum will allow Southeast Denton citizens the opportunity to ask questions specific to their interests. We are asking that Fred Moore Park be approved as the location to hold the forum with social distancing guidelines being enforced. The new date requested for the forum is Saturday, October 10, 2020, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Respectfully Nate Johnson 33 APT E 0 C°vERI30 GOVERNOR GREG ABBOTT July 2, 2020 FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2:3 O'CLOCK 00 S.W. The Honorable Ruth R. Hughs Secretary of State Secretary of State State Capitol Room 1 E.8 Austin, Texas 78701 Dear Secretary Hughs: Pursuant to his powers as Governor of the State of Texas, Greg Abbott has issued the following: Executive Order No. GA-29 relating to the use of face coverings during the COVID-19 disaster. The original executive order is attached to this letter of transmittal. Respe fully submitted, V ory Davi son E ecutive lerk to the Governor GSD/gsd Attachment POST OFFICE BOX 12428 AUSTIN,TEXAS (VOICE)DIAL 7-1-1 FOR RELAY SERVICES 34 X fbir (!Drb:er rru I BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF TEXAS Executive Department Austin, Texas July 2, 2020 EXECUTIVE ORDER GA 29 Relating to the use of face coverings during the COVID-19 disaster. WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, in each subsequent month effective through today, I have renewed the disaster declaration for all Texas counties; and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Dr. John Hellerstedt, has determined that COVID-19 continues to represent a public health disaster within the meaning of Chapter 81 of the Texas Health and Safety Code; and WHEREAS, I have issued executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to COVID-19, aimed at using the least restrictive means available to protect the health and safety of Texans and ensure an effective response to this disaster; and WHEREAS, as Texas reopens in the midst of COVID-19, increased spread is to be expected, and the key to controlling the spread and keeping Texans safe is for all people to consistently follow good hygiene and social-distancing practices; and WHEREAS, due to recent substantial increases in COVID-19 positive cases, and increases in the COVID-19 positivity rate and hospitalizations resulting from COVID- 19, further measures are needed to achieve the least restrictive means for reducing the growing spread of COVID-19, and to avoid a need for more extreme measures; and WHEREAS, I have joined the medical experts in consistently encouraging people to use face coverings, and health authorities have repeatedly emphasized that wearing face coverings is one of the most important and effective tools for reducing the spread of COVID-19; and WHEREAS, given the current status of COVID-19 in Texas, requiring the use of face coverings is a targeted response that can combat the threat to public health using the least restrictive means, and if people follow this requirement, more extreme measures may be avoided; and WHEREAS, wearing a face covering is important not only to protect oneself, but also to avoid unknowingly harming fellow Texans, especially given that many people who go into public may have COVID-19 without knowing it because they have no symptoms; and FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2' 3op" O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 35 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 2 WHEREAS, the "governor is responsible for meeting ... the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters" under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and the legislature has given the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and WHEREAS, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable under Section 418.173 by fine; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective at 12:01 p.m. on July 3, 2020: Every person in Texas shall wear a face covering over the nose and mouth when inside a commercial entity or other building or space open to the public, or when in an outdoor public space, wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another person not in the same household; provided, however, that this face-covering requirement does not apply to the followings: 1. any person younger than 10 years of age; 2. any person with a medical condition or disability that prevents wearing a face covering; 3. any person while the person is consuming food or drink, or is seated at a restaurant to eat or drink; 4. any person while the person is (a) exercising outdoors or engaging in physical activity outdoors, and (b) maintaining a safe distance from other people not in the same household; 5. any person while the person is driving alone or with passengers who are part of the same household as the driver; 6. any person obtaining a service that requires temporary removal of the face covering for security surveillance, screening, or a need for specific access to the face, such as while visiting a bank or while obtaining a personal- care service involving the face, but only to the extent necessary for the temporary removal; 7. any person while the person is in a swimming pool, lake, or similar body of water; 8. any person who is voting, assisting a voter, serving as a poll watcher, or actively administering an election, but wearing a face covering is strongly encouraged; 9. any person who is actively providing or obtaining access to religious worship, but wearing a face covering is strongly encouraged; 10. any person while the person is giving a speech for a broadcast or to an audience; or 11. any person in a county(a) that meets the requisite criteria promul ga FILE1tt 64 OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE a..'go ew► O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 36 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 3 the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) regarding minimal cases of COVID-19, and (b) whose county judge has affirmatively opted-out of this face-covering requirement by filing with TDEM the required face-covering attestation form—provided, however, that wearing a face covering is highly recommended, and every county is strongly encouraged to follow these face-covering standards. Not excepted from this face-covering requirement is any person attending a protest or demonstration involving more than 10 people and who is not practicing safe social distancing of six feet from other people not in the same household. TDEM shall maintain on its website a list of counties that are not subject to this face-covering requirement pursuant to paragraph number 11. The list can be found at: www.tdem.texas.gov/ga29. Following a verbal or written warning for a first-time violator of this face- covering requirement, a person's second violation shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $250. Each subsequent violation shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $250 per violation. Local law enforcement and other local officials, as appropriate, can and should enforce this executive order, Executive Order GA-28, and other effective executive orders, as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order and other effective executive orders. But no law enforcement or other official may detain, arrest, or confine in jail any person for a violation of this executive order or for related non-violent, non-felony offenses that are predicated on a violation of this executive order; provided, however, that any official with authority to enforce this executive order may act to enforce trespassing laws and remove violators at the request of a business establishment or other property owner. This executive order hereby prohibits confinement in jail as a penalty for the violation of any face-covering order by any jurisdiction. Executive Order GA-28 is hereby amended to delete from paragraph number 15 the phrase: ", but no jurisdiction can impose a civil or criminal penalty for failure to wear a face covering." The governor may by proclamation amend this executive order or add to the list of people to whom this face-covering requirement does not apply. This executive order does not supersede Executive Orders GA-10, GA-13, GA-17, GA- 19, GA-24, GA-25, GA-27, or GA-28 as amended. This executive order shall remain in effect and in full force until modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor. FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE —2:30 e►" O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 37 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 4 Given under my hand this the 2nd -0�y day of July, 2020. GREG A BOTT Governor ATTES BY: UTH R. HUGHS Secretary of State FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2.'5bf► O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 38 APT E D� H Cn G'0 04 GOVERNOR GREG ABBOTT FILED Its THE -ME September 17, 2020 SECRETARY OF STATE (��3©4� O'CLOCK 2020 The Honorable Ruth R. Hughs e Secretary of State State Capitol Room 1 E.8 Austin, Texas 78701 Dear Secretary Hughs: Pursuant to his powers as Governor of the State of Texas, Greg Abbott has issued the following: Executive Order No. GA-30 relating to the continued response to the COVID-19 disaster as Texas reopens. The original executive order is attached to this letter of transmittal. Res ectfully submitted, -� 6 E V--� G gory S Davidson ecutive Clerk to the Governor GSD/gsd Attachment POST OFFICE BOX 12428 AUSTIN,TEXAS (VOICE)DIAL 7-1-1 FOR RELAY SERVICES 39 XrrUfTVr wrbrr BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF TEXAS Executive Department Austin, Texas September 17, 2020 EXECUTIVE ORDER GA 30 Relating to the continued response to the COVID-19 disaster as Texas reopens. WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, in each subsequent month effective through today, I have renewed the disaster declaration for all Texas counties; and WHEREAS, I have issued executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to COVID-19, aimed at protecting the health and safety of Texans and ensuring an effective response to this disaster; and WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-08 on March 19, 2020, mandating certain social-distancing restrictions for Texans in accordance with guidelines promulgated by President Donald J. Trump and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); and WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-14 on March 31, 2020, expanding the social- distancing restrictions for Texans based on guidance from health experts and the President; and WHEREAS, I subsequently issued Executive Orders GA-16, GA-18, GA-21, GA-23, and GA-26 from April through early June 2020, aiming to achieve the least restrictive means of combatting the threat to public health by continuing certain social-distancing restrictions, while implementing a safe, strategic plan to reopen Texas; and WHEREAS, as Texas reopens in the midst of COVID-19, increased spread is to be expected, and the key to controlling the spread and keeping Texas residents safe is for all Texans to consistently follow good hygiene and social-distancing practices, especially those set forth in the minimum standard health protocols from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS); and WHEREAS, in June 2020, Texas experienced substantial increases in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, necessitating targeted and temporary adjustments to the reopening plan to achieve the least restrictive means for reducing the growing spread of COVID-19 and the resulting imminent threat to public health, and to avoid a need for more extreme measures; and WHEREAS, I therefore issued Executive Orders GA-28 and GA-29 in late June and early FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 11;3o PA+-i O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 40 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 2 July 2020, respectively, and amended Executive Order GA-28 by proclamation on July 2, 2020; and WHEREAS, due to improved medical treatments for COVID-19 patients, substantial increases in testing, abundant supplies of personal protective equipment, and Texans' adherence to safe practices like social distancing, hand sanitizing, and use of face coverings, the spread of COVID-19 and the number of new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have steadily and significantly declined since late July; and WHEREAS, as Texas continues to reopen, everyone must act safely, and to that end, this executive order and prior executive orders provide that all persons should follow the health protocols from DSHS, which whenever achieved will mean compliance with the minimum standards for safely reopening, but which should not be used to fault those who act in good faith but can only substantially comply with the standards in light of scarce resources and other extenuating COVID-19 circumstances; and WHEREAS, in the Texas Disaster Act of 1975, the legislature charged the governor with the responsibility"for meeting ... the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters" under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and expressly granted the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and WHEREAS, under Section 418.012, the "governor may issue executive orders ... hav[ing] the force and effect of law;" and WHEREAS, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable under Section 418.173 by a fine not to exceed $1,000, and may be subject to regulatory enforcement; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, and in accordance with guidance from the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services, Dr. John Hellerstedt, other medical advisors, the White House, and the CDC, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective at 12:01 a.m. on September 21, 2020: Every business establishment in Texas shall operate at no more than 50 percent of the total listed occupancy of the establishment; provided, however, that: 1. There is no occupancy limit for the following: a. any services listed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency(CISA) in its Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, Version 4.0 or any subsequent version; b. religious services, including those conducted in churches, congregations, and houses of worship; c. local government operations, including county and municipal governmental operations relating to licensing (including marriage licenses), permitting, recordation, and document-filing services, as determined by the local government; d. child-care services; e. youth camps, including but not limited to those defined as such under Chapter 141 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and including all summer camps and other daytime and overnight camps for youths; f. recreational sports programs for youths and adults; FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE It: � O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 41 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 3 g. any public or private schools, and any public or private institutions of higher education, not already covered above; and h. drive-in concerts, movies, or similar events, under guidelines that facilitate appropriate social distancing, that generally require spectators to remain in their vehicles, and that minimize in-person contact between people who are not in the same household or vehicle. 2. The following types of business establishments may operate at up to 75 percent of the total listed occupancy of the establishment, except for those establishments in areas with high hospitalizations as defined below: a. in-store, non-CISA retail establishments; b. dine-in restaurants, as defined below in paragraph No. 7; c. non-CISA office buildings; d. non-CISA manufacturers; e. museums and libraries; and f. gyms and exercise facilities and classes. "Areas with high hospitalizations" means any Trauma Service Area that has had seven consecutive days in which the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients as a percentage of all hospitalized patients exceeds 15 percent, until such time as the Trauma Service Area has seven consecutive days in which the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients as a percentage of all hospitalized patients is 15 percent or less. A current list of areas with high hospitalizations will be maintained at www.dshs.texas.gov/ ag_3031. 3. Except as provided below by paragraph No. 6, this 50 percent occupancy limit does not apply to outdoor areas, events, or establishments, except that the outdoor areas or outdoor venues identified in paragraph No. 2 of Executive Order GA-28 shall operate at no more than the percentage of normal operating limits as was set forth in Executive Order GA-28. 4. There is no occupancy limit for the following establishments that operate with at least six feet of social distancing between work stations: a. cosmetology salons, hair salons,barber shops, nail salons/shops, and other establishments where licensed cosmetologists or barbers practice their trade; b. massage establishments and other facilities where licensed massage therapists or other persons licensed or otherwise authorized to practice under Chapter 455 of the Texas Occupations Code practice their trade; and c. other personal-care and beauty services such as tanning salons, tattoo studios, piercing studios, hair removal services, and hair loss treatment and growth services. 5. Amusement parks shall operate at no more than 50 percent of the normal operating limits as determined by the owner. 6. For any outdoor gathering in excess of 10 people, other than those set forth above in paragraph Nos. 1, 2, 3, or 5, the gathering is prohibited unless the mayor of the city in which the gathering is held, or the county judge in the case of a gathering in an unincorporated area, approves of the gathering, and such approval can be made subject to certain conditions or restrictions not inconsistent with this executive order. 7. Only restaurants that have less than 51 percent of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages, and whose customers eat or drink only while seated, may offer dine-in services. 8. People shall not visit bars or similar establishments that hold a permit from the FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE It' 30fvv- O'CLOCK 42 SEP 17 2020 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 4 Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) and are not restaurants as defined above in paragraph No. 7; provided, however, that the use by such bars or similar establishments of drive-thru, pickup, or delivery options for food and drinks is allowed to the extent authorized by TABC. 9. People shall not use commercial rafting or tubing services, including rental of rafts or tubes and transportation of people for the purpose of rafting or tubing. 10. For any business establishment that is subject to a 50 percent "total listed occupancy" limit or"normal operating limit," and that is in a county that has filed with DSHS, and is in compliance with, the requisite attestation form promulgated by DSHS regarding minimal cases of COVID-19, the business establishment may operate at up to 75 percent of the total listed occupancy or normal operating limit of the establishment. 11. For purposes of this executive order, facilities with retractable roofs are considered indoor facilities, whether the roof is opened or closed. 12. Staff members are not included in determining operating levels, except for manufacturing services and office workers. 13. Except as provided in this executive order or in the minimum standard health protocols recommended by DSHS, found at www.dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus, people shall not be in groups larger than 10 and shall maintain six feet of social distancing from those not in their group. 14. People over the age of 65 are strongly encouraged to stay at home as much as possible; to maintain appropriate distance from any member of the household who has been out of the residence in the previous 14 days; and, if leaving the home, to implement social distancing and to practice good hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sanitation. 15. In providing or obtaining services, every person (including individuals, businesses, and other legal entities) should use good-faith efforts and available resources to follow the minimum standard health protocols recommended by DSHS. 16. Nothing in this executive order or the DSHS minimum standards precludes requiring a customer to follow additional hygiene measures when obtaining services. 17. People may visit nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, or long-term care facilities as determined through guidance from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, and long-term care facilities should follow infection control policies and practices set forth by HHSC, including minimizing the movement of staff between facilities whenever possible; and 18. Public schools may operate as provided by, and under the minimum standard health protocols found in, guidance issued by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Private schools and institutions of higher education are encouraged to establish similar standards. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the governor may by proclamation add to the list of establishments or venues that people shall not visit. This executive order shall supersede any conflicting order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster, but only to the extent that such a local order restricts FILED IN THE 0,�i%�E OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 11:30A wt^ O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 43 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-30 September 17, 2020 Page 5 services allowed by this executive order, allows gatherings prohibited by this executive order, or expands the list or scope of services as set forth in this executive order. Pursuant to Section 418.016(a) of the Texas Government Code, I hereby suspend Sections 418.1015(b) and 418.108 of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 81, Subchapter E of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and any other relevant statutes, to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not impose restrictions in response to the COVID-19 disaster that are inconsistent with this executive order, provided that local officials may enforce this executive order as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order. All existing state executive orders relating to COVID-19 are amended to eliminate confinement in jail as an available penalty for violating the executive orders. To the extent any order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster would allow confinement in jail as an available penalty for violating a COVID-19-related order, that order allowing confinement in jail is superseded, and I hereby suspend all relevant laws to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not confine people in jail for violating any executive order or local order issued in response to the COVID-19 disaster. This executive order supersedes Executive Order GA-28, but does not supersede Executive Orders GA-10, GA-13, GA-17, GA-19, GA-24, GA-25, GA-27, or GA-29. This executive order shall remain in effect and in full force unless it is modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor. This executive order may also be amended by proclamation of the governor. Given under my hand this the 17th day of September, 2020. GREG A BOTT z. Governor AT4kBY: 7 UTH R. HUGHS Secretary of State FILER IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE I+ :30��O'CLOCK SEP 17 2020 44 TEXAS •�; Health and Human Texas Department of State Health Services Services John Hellerstedt,M.D. Commissioner C� CHECKLIST FOR OUTDOOR EVENTS Page 1 of 2 Outdoor events,such as July 4 celebrations and other large outdoor gatherings with estimated attendance of 10 or more, are permissible to hold in Texas. The county judge or the mayor, as appropriate,in coordination with the local public health authority, must give approval to such an outdoor gathering or event prior to it being held. All individuals must wear a face covering(over the nose and mouth) wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another individual not in the same household or,for those engaging in physical activities outdoors, wherever the individual is not able to maintain a safe physical distance from others not in the same household. The following are the minimum recommended health protocols for all outdoor events in Texas. These minimum health protocols are not a limit on the health protocols that individuals may adopt. Individuals are encouraged to adopt additional protocols consistent with their specific needs and circumstances to help protect the health and safety of all Texans. The virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread to others by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. Even if an infected person is only mildly ill, the people they spread it to may become seriously ill or even die, especially if that person is 65 or older with pre-existing health conditions that place them at higher risk. Because of the hidden nature of this threat, everyone should rigorously follow the practices specified in these protocols, all of which facilitate a safe and measured reopening of Texas. The virus that causes COVID-19 is still circulating in our communities. We should continue to observe practices that protect everyone, including those who are most vulnerable. Please note,public health guidance cannot anticipate every unique situation. Individuals should stay informed and take actions based on common sense and wise judgment that will protect health and support economic revitalization. Health protocols for individuals: ❑ Individuals aged 65 or older are at a higher risk of COVID-19. To the extent possible,avoid contact within 6 feet with individuals aged 65 and older. Individuals aged 65 and older should stay at home as much as possible. Large gatherings, even those held outside, pose a significant risk to this population. ❑ Individuals may not be in a group larger than 10 individuals (including those within the individual's household). Within these groups, individuals should,to the extent possible, minimize in-person contact with others not in the individual's household. Minimizing in-person contact includes maintaining 6 feet of separation from individuals. When maintaining 6 feet of separation is not feasible, other methods should be utilized to slow the spread of COVID-19, such as washing or sanitizing hand frequently, and avoiding sharing utensils or other common objects. ❑ Individuals should maintain 6 feet of separation from others outside the individual's group.A group is defined as no more than 10 persons including the members of the household and those persons who traveled together to the event. ❑ Self-screen before going to an outdoor event for any of the following new or worsening signs or symptoms of possible COVID-19: ❑ Cough ❑ Sore throat ❑ Shortness of breath or difficulty ❑ Loss of taste or smell breathing ❑ Diarrhea ❑ Chills ❑ Feeling feverish or a measured temperature ❑ Repeated shaking with chills greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit ❑ Muscle pain ❑ Known close contact with a person who is lab ❑ Headache confirmed to have COVID-19 45 Revised 7/3/2020 TEXAS •�; Health and Human Texas Department of State Health Services Services John Hellerstedt,M.D. Commissioner OUTDOOR EVENTS: Page 2 of 2 ❑ Wash or disinfect hands after any interaction with employees, other individuals, or items at the outdoor event. ❑ Clean and sanitize any items before and after use. Local approval factors: ❑ Local approval for large outdoor gatherings (those with an estimated attendance exceeding 10 individuals) is appropriate in this instance because a statewide standard is unable to take into account the various factors needed to ensure such a gathering in varied locations is safe and will minimize the spread of COVID-19. Further, business parity is not an issue at large outdoor events. ❑ In evaluating large gatherings (those with an estimated attendance exceeding 10 individuals), the county judge or the mayor, as applicable, should consider the following factors: ❑ The overall number of projected attendees; ❑ The likelihood of individuals over the age of 65 attending; ❑ The density of the forum and the ability to ensure social distancing of 6 feet between individuals; and ❑ The level of transmission in the county. ❑ Gatherings of less than 10 individuals may proceed consistent with all the health protocols above without approval of the county judge, local health authority, or mayor, as applicable. 46 Revised 7/3/2020 01 Y Office of the Mayor c�F Y DENTON 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • (940) 349-7717 October 9, 2020 Sean Jernigan Valor Healthcare 2223 Colorado Boulevard Denton, TX 76205 Dear Mr. Jernigan Per Governor Abbott's Executive Order GA-32, any outdoor gathering in excess of 10 people, other than those set forth in his order, are prohibited unless the mayor of the city in which the gathering is held approves of the gathering, and such approval can be made subject to certain conditions or restrictions not inconsistent with GA-32. I have received your request for an outdoor gathering for a charity ride kickoff proposed to be held at the VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic on the following date: • Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. The proposed event is approved provided the COVID-19 safety precautions are followed as they are included within your request(attached). The approval is additionally contingent upon the following: • All individuals must wear a face covering in accordance with GA-29 (attached); • The event must be in compliance of all requirements of GA-32 (attached); • Sufficient staff or volunteers are available to implement the event's COVID-19 safety precautions; and • All individuals should maintain 6 feet of separation from others outside the individual's group. A group is defined as no more than 10 persons including the members of the household and those persons who traveled together to the event. Further recommendations for health and safety measures for outdoor events per the Texas Department of Health Services for outdoor events are attached. Please stay safe and well. Sincerely, W494�_ Chris Watts Mayor OUR CORE VALUES Integrity• Fiscal Responsibility•Transparency• Outstanding Customer Service ADA/EOE/ADEA www.cityofdenton.com TDD(800)735-2989 47 Attachments: 1. Event Request 2. GA-29 3. GA-32 4. Open Texas Checklist for Outdoor Events 2 48 Adams, Ryan From: City of Denton Website Forms <no-reply@wufoo.com> Sent: Tuesday, October 6, 2020 5:00 PM To: Adams, Ryan Cc: Eusse,Jennifer Subject: Request for Mayoral Approval of Outdoor Event [#1] This message has originated from an External Source. Please be cautious regarding links and attachments. Name Sean Jernigan Organization Valor Healthcare Name (if applicable) Phone (940) 297-5828 Number Email sean.jernigan@valorhealthcare.com Address F7. 2223 Colorado Boulevard Denton, TX 76205 United States Name of Lone Survivor Foundation Charity Ride Kick-Off Event Event VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic Location Date of Saturday, October 17, 2020 Event Description of Event Valor Healthcare, based out of Addison, TX, manages and operates 30 + VA Community Based Outpatient Clinics, including the VA CBOC in Denton. Each year, we have a fundraising initiative and select a Veteran charity to support. This year's recipient is the Lone Survivor Foundation. A key part of our fundraising efforts is a cross-country motorcycle ride and we'd like to start the ride at the VA clinic in Denton with a short flag raising ceremony on Saturday, October 1 49 I 7th from 9am-1 1 am. This event would be held outdoors and last no longer than two hours. The purpose of the event is to raise the official Lone Survivor Foundation American Flag in ceremony over the clinic. Additionally, the event will be used as an Veteran outreach event to engage Veterans currently not using VA healthcare. We expect between 10-25 people to be in attendance. You can find more information (and donate Q) at valor4veterans.org COVID-19 We will have signs indicating a mask must be worn and to social distance. Additionally, we will have Safety hand-sanitizer available for use. Precautions for Your Event (type below or attach file) 2 50 APT E 0 C°vERI30 GOVERNOR GREG ABBOTT July 2, 2020 FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2:3 O'CLOCK 00 S.W. The Honorable Ruth R. Hughs Secretary of State Secretary of State State Capitol Room 1 E.8 Austin, Texas 78701 Dear Secretary Hughs: Pursuant to his powers as Governor of the State of Texas, Greg Abbott has issued the following: Executive Order No. GA-29 relating to the use of face coverings during the COVID-19 disaster. The original executive order is attached to this letter of transmittal. Respe fully submitted, V ory Davi son E ecutive lerk to the Governor GSD/gsd Attachment POST OFFICE BOX 12428 AUSTIN,TEXAS (VOICE)DIAL 7-1-1 FOR RELAY SERVICES 51 X fbir (!Drb:er rru I BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF TEXAS Executive Department Austin, Texas July 2, 2020 EXECUTIVE ORDER GA 29 Relating to the use of face coverings during the COVID-19 disaster. WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, in each subsequent month effective through today, I have renewed the disaster declaration for all Texas counties; and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Dr. John Hellerstedt, has determined that COVID-19 continues to represent a public health disaster within the meaning of Chapter 81 of the Texas Health and Safety Code; and WHEREAS, I have issued executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to COVID-19, aimed at using the least restrictive means available to protect the health and safety of Texans and ensure an effective response to this disaster; and WHEREAS, as Texas reopens in the midst of COVID-19, increased spread is to be expected, and the key to controlling the spread and keeping Texans safe is for all people to consistently follow good hygiene and social-distancing practices; and WHEREAS, due to recent substantial increases in COVID-19 positive cases, and increases in the COVID-19 positivity rate and hospitalizations resulting from COVID- 19, further measures are needed to achieve the least restrictive means for reducing the growing spread of COVID-19, and to avoid a need for more extreme measures; and WHEREAS, I have joined the medical experts in consistently encouraging people to use face coverings, and health authorities have repeatedly emphasized that wearing face coverings is one of the most important and effective tools for reducing the spread of COVID-19; and WHEREAS, given the current status of COVID-19 in Texas, requiring the use of face coverings is a targeted response that can combat the threat to public health using the least restrictive means, and if people follow this requirement, more extreme measures may be avoided; and WHEREAS, wearing a face covering is important not only to protect oneself, but also to avoid unknowingly harming fellow Texans, especially given that many people who go into public may have COVID-19 without knowing it because they have no symptoms; and FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2' 3op" O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 52 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 2 WHEREAS, the "governor is responsible for meeting ... the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters" under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and the legislature has given the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and WHEREAS, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable under Section 418.173 by fine; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective at 12:01 p.m. on July 3, 2020: Every person in Texas shall wear a face covering over the nose and mouth when inside a commercial entity or other building or space open to the public, or when in an outdoor public space, wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another person not in the same household; provided, however, that this face-covering requirement does not apply to the followings: 1. any person younger than 10 years of age; 2. any person with a medical condition or disability that prevents wearing a face covering; 3. any person while the person is consuming food or drink, or is seated at a restaurant to eat or drink; 4. any person while the person is (a) exercising outdoors or engaging in physical activity outdoors, and (b) maintaining a safe distance from other people not in the same household; 5. any person while the person is driving alone or with passengers who are part of the same household as the driver; 6. any person obtaining a service that requires temporary removal of the face covering for security surveillance, screening, or a need for specific access to the face, such as while visiting a bank or while obtaining a personal- care service involving the face, but only to the extent necessary for the temporary removal; 7. any person while the person is in a swimming pool, lake, or similar body of water; 8. any person who is voting, assisting a voter, serving as a poll watcher, or actively administering an election, but wearing a face covering is strongly encouraged; 9. any person who is actively providing or obtaining access to religious worship, but wearing a face covering is strongly encouraged; 10. any person while the person is giving a speech for a broadcast or to an audience; or 11. any person in a county(a) that meets the requisite criteria promul ga FILE1tt 64 OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE a..'go ew► O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 53 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 3 the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) regarding minimal cases of COVID-19, and (b) whose county judge has affirmatively opted-out of this face-covering requirement by filing with TDEM the required face-covering attestation form—provided, however, that wearing a face covering is highly recommended, and every county is strongly encouraged to follow these face-covering standards. Not excepted from this face-covering requirement is any person attending a protest or demonstration involving more than 10 people and who is not practicing safe social distancing of six feet from other people not in the same household. TDEM shall maintain on its website a list of counties that are not subject to this face-covering requirement pursuant to paragraph number 11. The list can be found at: www.tdem.texas.gov/ga29. Following a verbal or written warning for a first-time violator of this face- covering requirement, a person's second violation shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $250. Each subsequent violation shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $250 per violation. Local law enforcement and other local officials, as appropriate, can and should enforce this executive order, Executive Order GA-28, and other effective executive orders, as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order and other effective executive orders. But no law enforcement or other official may detain, arrest, or confine in jail any person for a violation of this executive order or for related non-violent, non-felony offenses that are predicated on a violation of this executive order; provided, however, that any official with authority to enforce this executive order may act to enforce trespassing laws and remove violators at the request of a business establishment or other property owner. This executive order hereby prohibits confinement in jail as a penalty for the violation of any face-covering order by any jurisdiction. Executive Order GA-28 is hereby amended to delete from paragraph number 15 the phrase: ", but no jurisdiction can impose a civil or criminal penalty for failure to wear a face covering." The governor may by proclamation amend this executive order or add to the list of people to whom this face-covering requirement does not apply. This executive order does not supersede Executive Orders GA-10, GA-13, GA-17, GA- 19, GA-24, GA-25, GA-27, or GA-28 as amended. This executive order shall remain in effect and in full force until modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor. FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE —2:30 e►" O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 54 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-29 July 2, 2020 Page 4 Given under my hand this the 2nd -0�y day of July, 2020. GREG A BOTT Governor ATTES BY: UTH R. HUGHS Secretary of State FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 2.'5bf► O'CLOCK JUL 0 2 2020 55 CF x Tay G'0VERl`Z0 GOVERNOR GREG ABBOTT FILED 1N THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE October 7, 2020 Sf 1'"l O'CLOCK Alte�n- Secretary The Honorable Ruth R. Hughs of State State Capitol Room 1 E.8 Austin, Texas 78701 Dear Secretary Hughs: Pursuant to his powers as Governor of the State of Texas, Greg Abbott has issued the following: Executive Order No. GA-32 relating to the continued response to the COVID-19 disaster as Texas reopens. The original executive order is attached to this letter of transmittal. 4GSD/gsd lly submitted, C (S . Davidson Clerk to the Governor Attachment POST OFFICE BOX 12428 AUSTIN,TEXAS (VOICE)DIAL 7-1-1 FOR RELAY SERVICES 56 ~Iodw AN xrrufivr wrbrr BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF TEXAS Executive Department Austin, Texas October 7, 2020 EXECUTIVE ORDER GA 32 Relating to the continued response to the COVID-19 disaster as Texas reopens. WHEREAS, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on March 13, 2020, certifying under Section 418.014 of the Texas Government Code that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) poses an imminent threat of disaster for all counties in the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, in each subsequent month effective through today, I have renewed the disaster declaration for all Texas counties; and WHEREAS, I have issued executive orders and suspensions of Texas laws in response to COVID-19, aimed at protecting the health and safety of Texans and ensuring an effective response to this disaster; and WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-08 on March 19, 2020, mandating certain social-distancing restrictions for Texans in accordance with guidelines promulgated by President Donald J. Trump and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); and WHEREAS, I issued Executive Order GA-14 on March 31, 2020, expanding the social- distancing restrictions for Texans based on guidance from health experts and the President; and WHEREAS, I subsequently issued Executive Orders GA-16, GA-18, GA-21, GA-23, and GA-26 from April through early June 2020, aiming to achieve the least restrictive means of combatting the threat to public health by continuing certain social-distancing restrictions, while implementing a safe, strategic plan to reopen Texas; and WHEREAS, as Texas reopens in the midst of COVID-19, increased spread is to be expected, and the key to controlling the spread and keeping Texas residents safe is for all Texans to consistently follow good hygiene and social-distancing practices, especially those set forth in the minimum standard health protocols from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS); and WHEREAS, in June 2020, Texas experienced substantial increases in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, necessitating targeted and temporary adjustments to the reopening plan to achieve the least restrictive means for reducing the growing spread of COVID-19 and the resulting imminent threat to public health, and to avoid a need for more extreme measures; and WHEREAS, I therefore issued Executive Orders GA-28 and GA-29 in late June and early FILER IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 3P�M O'CLOCK OCT 0 7 2020 57 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-32 October 7, 2020 Page 2 July 2020, respectively, and amended Executive Order GA-28 by proclamation on July 2, 2020; and WHEREAS, due to improved medical treatments for COVID-19 patients, substantial increases in testing, abundant supplies of personal protective equipment, and Texans' adherence to safe practices like social distancing, hand sanitizing, and use of face coverings, the spread of COVID-19 and the number of new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have steadily and significantly declined since late July; and WHEREAS, I therefore issued Executive Orders GA-30 and GA-31 on September 17, 2020, allowing additional reopening and non-essential medical surgeries and procedures in Texas, except in some areas with high hospitalizations as defined in those orders; and WHEREAS, as Texas continues to reopen, everyone must act safely, and to that end, this executive order and prior executive orders provide that all persons should follow the health protocols from DSHS, which whenever achieved will mean compliance with the minimum standards for safely reopening,but which should not be used to fault those who act in good faith but can only substantially comply with the standards in light of scarce resources and other extenuating COVID-19 circumstances; and WHEREAS, in the Texas Disaster Act of 1975, the legislature charged the governor with the responsibility"for meeting ... the dangers to the state and people presented by disasters" under Section 418.011 of the Texas Government Code, and expressly granted the governor broad authority to fulfill that responsibility; and WHEREAS, under Section 418.012, the "governor may issue executive orders ... hav[ing] the force and effect of law;" and WHEREAS, failure to comply with any executive order issued during the COVID-19 disaster is an offense punishable under Section 418.173 by a fine not to exceed$1,000, and may be subject to regulatory enforcement; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Texas, and in accordance with guidance from the Commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services, Dr. John Hellerstedt, other medical advisors, the White House, and the CDC, do hereby order the following on a statewide basis effective at 12:01 a.m. on October 14, 2020: Every business establishment in Texas shall operate at no more than 75 percent of the total listed occupancy of the establishment;provided, however, that: 1. There is no occupancy limit for the following: a. any services listed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency(CISA) in its Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, Version 4.0 or any subsequent version; b. religious services, including those conducted in churches, congregations, and houses of worship; c. local government operations, including county and municipal governmental operations relating to licensing (including marriage licenses), permitting, recordation, and document-filing services, as determined by the local government; FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 3 f1m O'CLOCK OCT 0 7 2020 58 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-32 October 7, 2020 Page 3 d. child-care services; e. youth camps, including but not limited to those defined as such under Chapter 141 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and including all summer camps and other daytime and overnight camps for youths; f. recreational sports programs for youths and adults; g. any public or private schools, and any public or private institutions of higher education, not already covered above; h. drive-in concerts, movies, or similar events, under guidelines that facilitate appropriate social distancing, that generally require spectators to remain in their vehicles, and that minimize in-person contact between people who are not in the same household or vehicle; and i. the following establishments that operate with at least six feet of social distancing between work stations: cosmetology salons, hair salons, barber shops, nail salons/shops, and other establishments where licensed cosmetologists or barbers practice their trade; massage establishments and other facilities where licensed massage therapists or other persons licensed or otherwise authorized to practice under Chapter 455 of the Texas Occupations Code practice their trade; and other personal-care and beauty services such as tanning salons, tattoo studios, piercing studios, hair removal services, and hair loss treatment and growth services. 2. In areas with high hospitalizations as defined below, any business establishment that otherwise would have a 75 percent occupancy or operating limit may operate at up to only 50 percent. This paragraph does not apply, however, to business establishments located in a county that has filed with DSHS, and is in compliance with, the requisite attestation form promulgated by DSHS regarding minimal cases of COVID-19. "Areas with high hospitalizations" means any Trauma Service Area that has had seven consecutive days in which the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients as a percentage of total hospital capacity exceeds 15 percent, until such time as the Trauma Service Area has seven consecutive days in which the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients as a percentage of total hospital capacity is 15 percent or less. A current list of areas with high hospitalizations will be maintained at www.dshs.texas.gov/ ag 303l. 3. Except as provided below by paragraph No. 5, there is no occupancy limit for outdoor areas, events, and establishments, with the exception of the following outdoor areas, events, or establishments that may operate at no more than 75 or 50 percent, as applicable, of the normal operating limits as determined by the owner: a. amusement parks; b. water parks; c. swimming pools; d. museums and libraries; and e. zoos, aquariums, natural caverns, and similar facilities. 4. All indoor and outdoor professional, collegiate, and similar sporting events, including rodeos and equestrian events, shall remain limited to 50 percent of the normal operating limits as determined by the owner. 5. For any outdoor gathering in excess of 10 people, including rafting, tubing, and related services, other than those set forth above in paragraph Nos. 1, 3, or 4, the gathering is prohibited unless the mayor of the city in which the gathering is held, or the county judge in the case of a gathering in an unincorporated area, approves of the gathering, and such approval can be made subject to certain conditions or restrictions not inconsistent with this executive order. FILED IN THE OFFf"'OL: -!7 T' SECRETARY OF STATE ?,Fr`)-O'CLOCK OCT 0 7 2020 59 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-32 October 7, 2020 Page 4 6. Restaurants that have less than 51 percent of their gross receipts from the sale of alcoholic beverages, and whose customers eat or drink only while seated, may offer dine-in services. 7. Bars or similar establishments that hold a permit from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), and are not restaurants as defined above in paragraph No. 6, may offer on-premises services only as described by this paragraph. A bar or similar establishment may offer on-premises services at up to 50 percent of the total listed occupancy of the establishment i . a. the bar or similar establishment is not in an area with high hospitalizations as defined above, and the county judge of the county in which the bar or similar establishment is located files the requisite form with TABC; or b. the bar or similar establishment is in an area with high hospitalizations as defined above, but is located in a county that has filed with DSHS, and is in compliance with, the requisite attestation form promulgated by DSHS regarding minimal cases of COVID-19, and the county judge of the county in which the bar or similar establishment is located also files the requisite form with TABC. Patrons at bars or similar establishments operating under this paragraph may eat or drink only while seated, except that in an establishment that holds a permit from TABC as a brewer, distiller/rectifier, or winery, customers may sample beverages while standing so long as they are in a group of six people or fewer and there is at least six feet of social distancing or engineering controls, such as partitions, between groups. Where applicable, this 50 percent occupancy limit applies only indoors; the limit does not apply to outdoor areas, events, or establishments, although social distancing and other protocols must be followed. People shall not visit bars or similar establishments that are located in counties not included in parts (a) or(b) above. A current list of all counties reopening under this paragraph will be maintained on TABC's website. The use by bars or similar establishments of drive-thru, pickup, or delivery options for food and drinks remains allowed to the extent authorized by TABC. 8. For purposes of this executive order, facilities with retractable roofs are considered indoor facilities, whether the roof is opened or closed. 9. Staff members are not included in determining operating levels, except for manufacturing services and office workers. 10. Except as provided in this executive order or in the minimum standard health protocols recommended by DSHS, found at www.dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus, people shall not be in groups larger than 10 and shall maintain six feet of social distancing from those not in their group. 11. People over the age of 65 are strongly encouraged to stay at home as much as possible; to maintain appropriate distance from any member of the household who has been out of the residence in the previous 14 days; and, if leaving the home, to implement social distancing and to practice good hygiene, environmental cleanliness, and sanitation. 12. In providing or obtaining services, every person (including individuals, businesses, and other legal entities) should use good-faith efforts and available resources to follow the minimum standard health protocols recommended by DSHS. 13. Nothing in this executive order or the DSHS minimum standards precludes requiring a customer to follow additional hygiene measures when obtaining FILER IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE ___"PwN O'CLOCK OCT 0 7 2020 60 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-32 October 7, 2020 Page 5 services. 14. People may visit nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, or long-term care facilities as determined through guidance from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Nursing homes, state supported living centers, assisted living facilities, and long-term care facilities should follow infection control policies and practices set forth by HHSC, including minimizing the movement of staff between facilities whenever possible. 15. Public schools may operate as provided by, and under the minimum standard health protocols found in, guidance issued by the Texas Education Agency(TEA). Private schools and institutions of higher education are encouraged to establish similar standards. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the governor may by proclamation add to the list of establishments or venues that people shall not visit. This executive order shall supersede any conflicting order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster, but only to the extent that such a local order restricts services allowed by this executive order, allows gatherings prohibited by this executive order, or expands the list or scope of services as set forth in this executive order. Pursuant to Section 418.016(a) of the Texas Government Code, I hereby suspend Sections 418.1015(b) and 418.108 of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 81, Subchapter E of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and any other relevant statutes, to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not impose restrictions in response to the COVID-19 disaster that are inconsistent with this executive order, provided that local officials may enforce this executive order as well as local restrictions that are consistent with this executive order. All existing state executive orders relating to COVID-19 are amended to eliminate confinement in jail as an available penalty for violating the executive orders. To the extent any order issued by local officials in response to the COVID-19 disaster would allow confinement in jail as an available penalty for violating a COVID-19-related order, that order allowing confinement in jail is superseded, and I hereby suspend all relevant laws to the extent necessary to ensure that local officials do not confine people in jail for violating any executive order or local order issued in response to the COVID-19 disaster. This executive order supersedes Executive Order GA-30, but does not supersede Executive Orders GA-10, GA-13, GA-17, GA-24, GA-25, GA-29, or GA-31. This executive order shall remain in effect and in full force unless it is modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the governor. This executive order may also be amended by proclamation of the governor. Given under my hand this the 7th day of October, 2020. M u ��rww GREG A BOTT Governor FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECR TARY OF STATE O'CLOCK OCT 0 7 2020 61 Governor Greg Abbott Executive Order GA-32 October 7, 2020 Page 6 ATTEST BY: : 7 UTH R. HUGHS Secretary of State FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE 3P✓►-\ O'CLOCK OCT 0 7 2020 62 TEXAS •�; Health and Human Texas Department of State Health Services Services John Hellerstedt,M.D. Commissioner C� CHECKLIST FOR OUTDOOR EVENTS Page 1 of 2 Outdoor events,such as July 4 celebrations and other large outdoor gatherings with estimated attendance of 10 or more, are permissible to hold in Texas. The county judge or the mayor, as appropriate,in coordination with the local public health authority, must give approval to such an outdoor gathering or event prior to it being held. All individuals must wear a face covering(over the nose and mouth) wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another individual not in the same household or,for those engaging in physical activities outdoors, wherever the individual is not able to maintain a safe physical distance from others not in the same household. The following are the minimum recommended health protocols for all outdoor events in Texas. These minimum health protocols are not a limit on the health protocols that individuals may adopt. Individuals are encouraged to adopt additional protocols consistent with their specific needs and circumstances to help protect the health and safety of all Texans. The virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread to others by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. Even if an infected person is only mildly ill, the people they spread it to may become seriously ill or even die, especially if that person is 65 or older with pre-existing health conditions that place them at higher risk. Because of the hidden nature of this threat, everyone should rigorously follow the practices specified in these protocols, all of which facilitate a safe and measured reopening of Texas. The virus that causes COVID-19 is still circulating in our communities. We should continue to observe practices that protect everyone, including those who are most vulnerable. Please note,public health guidance cannot anticipate every unique situation. Individuals should stay informed and take actions based on common sense and wise judgment that will protect health and support economic revitalization. Health protocols for individuals: ❑ Individuals aged 65 or older are at a higher risk of COVID-19. To the extent possible,avoid contact within 6 feet with individuals aged 65 and older. Individuals aged 65 and older should stay at home as much as possible. Large gatherings, even those held outside, pose a significant risk to this population. ❑ Individuals may not be in a group larger than 10 individuals (including those within the individual's household). Within these groups, individuals should,to the extent possible, minimize in-person contact with others not in the individual's household. Minimizing in-person contact includes maintaining 6 feet of separation from individuals. When maintaining 6 feet of separation is not feasible, other methods should be utilized to slow the spread of COVID-19, such as washing or sanitizing hand frequently, and avoiding sharing utensils or other common objects. ❑ Individuals should maintain 6 feet of separation from others outside the individual's group.A group is defined as no more than 10 persons including the members of the household and those persons who traveled together to the event. ❑ Self-screen before going to an outdoor event for any of the following new or worsening signs or symptoms of possible COVID-19: ❑ Cough ❑ Sore throat ❑ Shortness of breath or difficulty ❑ Loss of taste or smell breathing ❑ Diarrhea ❑ Chills ❑ Feeling feverish or a measured temperature ❑ Repeated shaking with chills greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit ❑ Muscle pain ❑ Known close contact with a person who is lab ❑ Headache confirmed to have COVID-19 63 Revised 7/3/2020 TEXAS •�; Health and Human Texas Department of State Health Services Services John Hellerstedt,M.D. Commissioner OUTDOOR EVENTS: Page 2 of 2 ❑ Wash or disinfect hands after any interaction with employees, other individuals, or items at the outdoor event. ❑ Clean and sanitize any items before and after use. Local approval factors: ❑ Local approval for large outdoor gatherings (those with an estimated attendance exceeding 10 individuals) is appropriate in this instance because a statewide standard is unable to take into account the various factors needed to ensure such a gathering in varied locations is safe and will minimize the spread of COVID-19. Further, business parity is not an issue at large outdoor events. ❑ In evaluating large gatherings (those with an estimated attendance exceeding 10 individuals), the county judge or the mayor, as applicable, should consider the following factors: ❑ The overall number of projected attendees; ❑ The likelihood of individuals over the age of 65 attending; ❑ The density of the forum and the ability to ensure social distancing of 6 feet between individuals; and ❑ The level of transmission in the county. ❑ Gatherings of less than 10 individuals may proceed consistent with all the health protocols above without approval of the county judge, local health authority, or mayor, as applicable. 64 Revised 7/3/2020 THE CITY OF DENTON BUDGET PROCESS DEPARTMENT SUPPLEMENTAL BASELINE REQUESTS 1 . Prior year 1 . Each department supplemental creates their requests are removed . supplemental request. 2. The department 2. These requests are reassess all line items reviewed by the City based on priorities. Manager's Office and 3. The department goes Finance. through the baseline 3. Each request is ranked budget and provides a in order of importance, justification for each based on Council line item. direction and the City Strategic Plan. CITY MANAGER CREATES A PROPOSED BUDGET The City Manager may go back to the departments with additional questions and explanations. CITY COUNCIL V RECEIVES PROPOSED BUDGET City Council reviews the budget, makes suggestions, and changes. CITY COUNCIL ADOPTS THE BUDGET COVID = 1-9 Due to the pandemic in the middle of the Fiscal Year 2019-20 budget, many cost containment strategies were put in place to maintain the budget. These include the Voluntary Separation Program, hiring freeze, reducing contracts, and more. This is not standard. AID C 0 M M E N D A T 10 N Denton Municipal Electric In recognition of its support in electric power restoration efforts, the American Public Power Association recognizes Denton Municipal Electric for providing mutual aid assistance to Lafayette Utilities System " c AMERICAN Rick McKinley Joy Ditto ' P V BLl 0 1r Chair, Mutual Aid Working Group President&CEO 7� _ August-September 2020 ASSOCIATION Powering Strong Communities 66 ERS RIDGE G FEL7 PIP South Branch LibraryVoting LocationM DENTON g Map A L SMOKERISE J a v J N -�pHOE p �9c = J a WHITEF�s = a Z m WIND�RIVER a ABBOTFE S a KARIBA m �O w z N GPI cc Z TEASLEY w a 2,► CHAMPLAIN Lp►MPREY co m w LOON LAKE julol SANDESTIN P�pMINO PIONEER ,Z:f Z 1 Q s - O�ryMONT w low o OAKHURST J-0 H HOUSE SV/Vp0 �.1C PUBLIC ALLEY wA> _0 gE �A Z N TO FRONTIER o � AkS BENTOAKS � m N � SAG Legend ITA 'Q O n �� C CLUBHOUSE w /V J N OC OO m ► Route � Type KEEL �<v p Q Parking Lot PINTO - Voting Location DISCLAIMER: 67 The City of Denton has prepared this map for departmental use.This is not an official map of the City of Denton and should not be used for legal,engineering,or surveying purposes,but rather for reference purposes only.This map is the property of the City of Denton, 0 175 350 700 and has been made available to the public based on the Public Information Act.The City of Denton makes every effort to produce and publish the most current and accurate information possible.No warranties,expressed or implied,are provided for the data herein,its Feet use or its interpretation.Utilization of this map indicates understanding and acceptance of this statement. SIERRA PICKWICK Wilson Elementary Voting Location Map GREEN OAKS DENTON WINDSOR O w WOLFTRP' 3 w w Z � o 0 a ` O�t�A Fp�Ne WINDSOR (/RG C m ? ° o Z LU LU y a BLUES 3 m Z O ,� m J� a WINDFIELDS p S� OO � —BRIGHT yp po =O Q,Oy � J�v DRIFTWOOD 113 V J� 1 C� EMERSON CHISHOLM � 0�,0 Y OND PUBLIC J � ° Q CLOVER w Q Q O O Y = ARCHER c LIVE OAK Z ° HOC Z 0 v POO w a m `Q= k`s<Fy o PUBLIC ALLEY COROc` ' G 0 C7 p MAID Z FOXCROFT �'RESTOgk O � °OZr CHATEAU p w = p m CHEBI m Q cn WILLIAMSBURG Y v � � � Z CHANDLER � _Q OQ G v = v PAXTON RUGBY _ 0 Z �Q� EDGEWOOD MISTYWp MISTYWOOD Z Op Legend N S ROBIN LINO 0- Route cn Kq y LAURELWOOD ► One Way Construction Type yp 0 p0 o z GREENWOOD Parking Lot = w Voting Location o w Z v MOHICAN DISCLAIMER: 68 The City of Denton has prepared this map for departmental use.This is not an official map of the City of Denton and should not be used for legal,engineering,or surveying purposes,but rather for reference purposes only.This map is the property of the City of Denton, 0 295 590 1,180 and has been made available to the public based on the Public Information Act.The City of Denton makes every effort to produce and publish the most current and accurate information possible.No warranties,expressed or implied,are provided for the data herein,its Feet use or its interpretation.Utilization of this map indicates understanding and acceptance of this statement. fi 1 M A«tan Dr �• a' �1r �. . )Ni-. LL O _ Exist ng Trails Mohr«efr Or - •y ��`'Z ' •E ' "• — ti ' � w • ' y -- Trait Option - >~ . Tra i ti o ff. ��}� �� ,r 4•►�w y� ♦e 1 �`,•�? �� `. -� .__ e Chary O�c:ard _ �' � rcij;e� rCreek Tra y fir; r Avo d e Park OGt. 5,r2tJW �.. .� ' J r � Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-086 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT Provide background and historic references to City Council decision to move from Air Insulated Substation(AIS) to Gas Insulated Substation(GIS) construction and associated facade for the proposed Hickory Substation located east of Bonnie Brae St, between Oak St. and Hickory St. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Beginning in 2014 DME has provided Council presentations, for which guidance was requested, as to their direction for construction of the future Hickory substation and its facade. This report is a collection of the historic milestones related to the Hickory Substation GIS and its facade/wall. DISCUSSION: On December 2, 2014, a City Council Work Session report(ID 14-0764), directed DME to enlist input from citizens through the creation of an Aesthetics Committee to discuss the appearance of the facade for Hickory Substation. Direction given at this meeting established an Aesthetic Committee to look at options for Hickory Substation's facade. (Time unknown) As result of citizen comment, the idea of a gas insulated substation was introduced into the deliberations. At the City Council meeting on November 17, 2015, DME provided (ID15-10371) Council a presentation, and requested guidance, regarding the potential utilization of GIS technology for DME electric substations. The substation of topic was the proposed Eagle Substation. The presentation included information on AIS/GIS cost differences, personnel requirements, footprints, performance/reliability, operations/maintenance, as well as photo simulations2 for AIS vs. GIS. On June 21, 2016, the City Council (ID 16-7113) was requested to provide DME staff direction regarding the Hickory Substation site related to options to the station's configuration and aesthetic treatment. The presentation included background information on the Hickory Substation site, displayed the recommendation of the Aesthetic Committee, and estimated construction costs. It was during this Council meeting that DME was given direction to build the new Hickory Substation with GIS technology as well as the Council's preference for a facade/wall which is shown in the image below. 1 City of Denton Meeting Agenda—City Council,November 17,2015 2 City of Denton Council Minutes,November 17,2015 s City of Denton Meeting Agenda—City Council,June 21,2016 70 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-086 I T im Additional direction from this Council meeting included DME to move forward with underground transmission circuits appropriate to the construction of this substation as well as converting existing overhead distribution circuits, in the same general area, to underground. On July 18, 2017, Council approved (ID 17-8644/Consent Agenda) a Professional Services Agreement for Architectural and Design Services relating to the Hickory Substation Gas Insulated Substation Equipment Building and Screening Wall. When deliberations for both the Eagle and Hickory Substations were initiated,the plan was to have both substations equipped with two (2) transformers in each substation to provide a combined service capacity of 100 MW. With the August 18, 2020 direction from the Council to not build Eagle Substation, the design of the Hickory GIS was adjusted to compensate for the additional load serving capacity originally planned for a Hickory & Eagle Substation scenario. DME's current plans for Hickory Substation is for it to be equipped with four (4) transformers which provides the same 100 MW capacity. Only two (2)transformers will be installed initially with the others installed as demand grows and they are justified. However, please know the footprint for Hickory Substation GIS will not change;plus,no changes are currently anticipated for the planned fagade. All needed adjustments will be inside the fagade. The current timeline for the design and construction of Hickory Substation is to complete its technical specifications, on or before, March 2021; issue an RFP, on or before, May 2021; and request Council approval of the design/build contract, on or before, December 2021. Hickory Substation is currently scheduled to be on-line, on or before, the summer of 2023. Please know these dates are subject to change based on conditions or other factors that may be out of the control of DME. a City of Denton Meeting Agenda—City Council,July 18,2017 71 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-086 The original cost estimate for the Hickory Substation was $25 million and current cost estimate for the Hickory Substation and associated costs is now $32.5 million. While this represents an increase from the initial budget, the combined cost estimate for the Hickory Substation and the Council approved Eagle Substation was $51.2 million. Elimination of the Eagle Substation coupled with changes that DME Engineering Division has recommended to the distribution system, the net capital cost savings is now estimated to be $18.6 million with increased reliability as compared to the prior two new substation plan and no change to the overall timing of planned future substations. CONCLUSION: DME has no plans to solicit additional input from the community and is moving forward with Council's direction related to Hickory Substation construction as a GIS, its fagade, and undergrounding of both transmission and distribution assets in the general area of the proposed substation. STAFF CONTACT: Jerry Fielder, P.E; Division Engineering Manager; 940-349-7173 72 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-087 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: FY 19-20 Fourth Quarter Special Events Update. BACKGROUND: On June 18, 2019, the City Council approved Ordinance 19-1160, outlining requirements for special events and implementing an improved application process. Additionally, $280,000 was allocated in the current fiscal year budget to support in-kind requests for co-sponsorship that historically were subsidized by impacted City departments. Of the budgeted amount, $250,000 was allocated to special events, and $30,000 was dedicated to inclement weather-related requests. Under the new ordinance, Parks and Recreation will provide City Council with a quarterly report that includes information on the granting or denying of permit applications and status of the co- sponsorship budget. DISCUSSION: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted special events during the third and fourth quarters of Fiscal Year 2019-20. Special events were suspended for a period of time, with gatherings of large groups restricted. No events were approved for co-sponsorship during the reporting period. The City Council has authorized a total of$30,121 in co-sponsorship support for the following seven special events: Event Name In-kind Request Actual Fund First Quarter Amount Cost Balance Bridging Hoe $993 $983 $249,017 Denton County Veterans Coalition Stand- $2,002 $1,706 $247,311 Down Denton Community Band $1,928 $1,020 $246,291 Turkey Trot $3,748 $5,670 $240,621 Holiday Tree Lighting $15,208 $23,726 $216,895 Total/Balance $23,879 $33,105 $216,895 Event Name In-kind Request Actual Fund Second Quarter Amount Cost Balance Tejas Storytelling Festival $2,932 $2,932 $213,963 Total/Balance $36,037 $213,963 $26,811 73 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-087 Event Name In-kind Request Actual Fund Third Quarter Amount Cost Balance Juneteenth Festival $3,310 $5,202 $208,791 Total/Balance $30,121 $41,239 $208,761 Event Name In-kind Request Actual Fund Fourth Quarter Amount Cost Balance Total/Balance $208,791 There were no weather-related requests in the fourth quarter. The full balance of$30,000 remains in the budget. CONCLUSION: In the fourth quarter of this fiscal year, Council approved one new, in-kind request for the North Texas State Fair and Rodeo parade for $6,501. While Council approved the request in the last quarter,no funds were expended during FY 2019-20. The event will occur at the start of FY 2020- 21, when the in-kind request will then be reflected in the FY21 first-quarter report. Additionally, no requests or approvals were made for inclement weather in the fourth quarter. Special events continue to be considerably restricted. Parks and Recreation have suspended the permitting process at this time; however, staff is working with event organizers on future events and compliance with the State's Minimum Standard Health Protocols. Staff will submit upcoming requests for in-kind services to Council with detailed information on the budgetary impact and the status of available funds. STAFF CONTACT: Jennifer Eusse Special Event Supervisor Parks and Recreation Jennifer.Eusse@cityofdenton.com PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: Parks and Recreation Department STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: Parks and Recreation Department 1.5 hours Total Staff Time 1.5 hours 74 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-088 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Relocation of the North Lakes Park Recycling Drop-off Site BACKGROUND: In the FY18-19 Solid Waste and Recycling budget, funds were made available to relocate the existing North Lakes Park Recycling Drop-off Site due to planned park improvements (the construction of an expanded North Lakes Park Tennis Center.) The department has been working diligently in the last year to design, permit, and construct a new recycling drop-off site at an alternate location within North Lakes park. Given COVID delays and other issues which have arisen, the bid for construction has been put on hold at this time. On August 4, 2020, Council received a work session presentation regarding the status of the relocation as well as a report on the performance of both recycling drop-off sites: North Lakes Park and the landfill, considering COVID and the recent closure of the Cupboard site. Due to illegal dumping and contamination issues that were manifesting themselves at the North Lakes Park site, staff was recommending that the program transition from a fixed site at the North Lakes Park facility to a scheduled, roving collection event operated by the city every other Saturday at various sites around the City. While Council was supportive of this proposal,questions were asked as to whether alternate location(s), at either surplus city property or greenfield sites, could be identified to support recycling at multi-family/apartment dwellers. DISCUSSION: The City of Denton Recycling Drop-off Sites are operated to 1)provide those in the City without access to recycling service an opportunity to divert programmatic recyclable material and 2) provide residents with curbside access to the City's recycling program excess capacity to manage their overage material. The existing site is regularly serviced three (3)times weeks to manage the collected recyclables and on an as needed basis, should a container become filled between scheduled empties. The Solid Waste and Recycling Valet Crew inspects and cleans the site daily for litter and illegally dumped materials placed at the site. The North Lakes Park facility is currently unsecured and is accessible by resident and non-resident customers 24 hours a day, seven (7) days per week, which is resulting in significant contamination within the collection bins and illegal dumping outside. The City has spent the last two months evaluating opportunities related to relocating the existing facility focusing on creating the best value for our ratepayers while equitably addressing the needs of the community. On October 13, 2020,the Denton City Council will consider a contract with a consultant to develop the City of Denton's Solid Waste Management Strategy. Part of the strategy will include consideration as to how the best manage this sector of the solid waste stream. Results of the project should be completed in approximately 12 months at which time the City will work on developing and implementing a plan to affect its findings. 75 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-088 Solid Waste and Recycling leadership has discussed the existing location of the North Lakes Park facility coupled with the timeline for development of the new Tennis Center facility. While on track, bidding and court construction is not anticipated to be complete until late 2021. Based on this construction schedule,the impending findings of the Strategy, and site needs outlined by Parks and Recreation staff, Solid Waste and Recycling would propose to keep the existing North Lakes Park Recycling Drop-off site at its present location for the next year with the following improvements/enhancements implemented: • An automatic gate would be installed at the Windsor Street access allowing users into the site during park hours (6 a.m. to 10 p.m.). In addition to limiting access to the recycle drop-off site, this would also help limit access to the City's remote control (RC) airplane facility and the south side of North Lakes Park Dog Park. • A robust, high definition video monitoring system will be installed, allowing City staff to better monitor the site and collect information/evidence to help curb and enforce illegal dumping violations. o Solid Waste and Recycling staff will initiate discussions with Community Improvement, Police, and Municipal Courts staff to ensure the effective enforcement of solid waste rules. • A screening fence will be installed to separate the proposed tennis center and the recycling facility to further limit access to the area. • Increased and improved signage will be installed to help inform, educate, and direct users on proper disposal etiquette. • Continuing outreach to Denton multi-family units on how to properly recycle STAFF CONTACT: Brian Boerner Director of Solid Waste 940-349-8001 brian.boemer@cityofdenton.com REOUESTOR: Staff generated PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: Solid Waste and Recycling, Parks and Recreation STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: One hour 76 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-089 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Provide information regarding the approval process of the Park 7 project, including what the zoning permitted. BACKGROUND: The proposed Park 7 development is a planned mixed-use collegiate housing development located on the south side of Scripture Street, between Normal and Bryan Streets. As proposed, the development will include 1,300 square feet of commercial space, and 183 residential units with 546 bedrooms. The development includes 546 parking spaces within a structured garage (two floors below ground). The proposed development also includes a rooftop pool, sports courts, gym, 8-foot sidewalk, landscaped courtyard, and street trees. ZONING: Since the development applications were submitted prior to the implementation of the 2019 Denton Development Code (DDC), it was developed under the 2002 DDC. Under the 2002 DDC, the approximately 3-acre site had a split zoning designation of Downtown Commercial General (DC-G) and Downtown Residential (DR-2). Both zoning categories for the Park 7 Project, permitted multi-family developments with a limitation that one bedroom equals one-half of a dwelling unit. ` ��'�� • DR-2: The maximum building height in DR-2 District was 45 feet, the maximum floor to area ratio NRMU ' \ (FAR) was 0.75, the maximum density was 30 dwelling units per acre, and the maximum lot coverage was 75°�o. °C-G • DC-G: Permitted a maximum density of 150 dwelling units per acre, maximum lot coverage of 85%, a maximum FAR of 3, and a maximum building height of 100 feet. DR-2 DC-N Zoning Map in effect in 2018 77 Date: October 9, 2020 Report No. 2020-089 PROJECT APPLICATIONS: The following is an outline of the applications related to the development of the site beginning with a rezoning effort through site plan approval. • Rezoning request (Z16-0023) to rezone the south portion of the site (1.39 acres) from DR-2 District to DC-G District to unify the zoning under the DC-G District. o February 22, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing (postponed) o March 8, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing (recommended denial 5-2) o April 4, 2017—City Council meeting; since the Planning and Zoning Commission did not recommend approval, a supermajority was required to approve the request. A motion was made to approve;however,that motion failed and the rezoning request was denied (4-3). o Since the rezoning failed, the proposal was required to develop under the existing split zoning of DR-2 and DC-G Districts as described above. • Replat (FR17-0014)to combine all three acres into a single lot o Approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission(5-0) on August 9, 2017 • Site Plan (SP18-0031) o Approved on December 20, 2019 CONCLUSION: The Park 7 project fell within the parameters of the property's 2002 zoning designations;therefore, City Council approval of a Specific Use Permit or rezoning was not required to develop the multi- family use. STAFF CONTACT: Julie Wyatt Development Services 940-349-8585 Julie.Wyatt@cityofdenton.com 78 FY 20/ 21 Council Requests Open Requests Requests Answered by Department FY All Time Request Volume by 1/21 J Council Person Keely Briggs Paul Meltzer ■ Deb Armmtor ■ Community Svcs John Ryan Environmental Svcs Jesse Davis Public Works Gerard Hudspeth Mayor Chris Watts Utilities 0 10 20 30 CMO Library Legal B% Fire Requests Police - • • - by Tech Services Airport 20 9 Public Affairs Customer Svc 10 Economic Development 0 0 0 Development Svcs 0 Finance Q 1 20/21 Q2 20/21 03 20;21 Q4 20121 Audit MunicipalCourt Procurement • Keely Briggs • Paul Meltzer I* Deb Armmtor Real Estate John Ryan I* Jesse Davis • Gerard Hudspeth Total Risk • Mayor Chns Watts Elected Official Other Requests Submit New 0 5 10 15 20 29 Request 79 Some requests involve multiple departments,causing the total requests by department to add up higher than the total request count Council Requests for Information .Council Member RequestoA, lFate Summary of Request Staff Assigneg Department Comments 1 Mayor Pro Tern Hudspeth 09/01/20 Will staff discuss a citation received by a citizen for advertising on the Square?Is this in violation of Rachel Balthrop Mendoza City Manager's Office Information will be provided in a future Friday Report a City ordinance? Council Member Davis 09/16/20 1-35 E Landscaping Near UNT.This isn't a City responsibility,and it's a little nit-picky.But I can't Dani Shaw,Gary Packan Community Services Public Works Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday 2 help but notice TxDOT's landscaping underneath the NT Blvd overpass is lacking.That's a gateway -Parks Report to our city,and it not attractive or well maintained.Anything we can do there?. 3 Council Member Briggs 09/22/20 1 wondered if the city might consider using biodegradable bags for the dog poop in the city parks? Gary Packan Public Works-Parks Information will be provided in a future Friday Report https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v= 4 Mayor Pro Tern Hudspeth 09/22/20 Can staff reach out to a resident on Kerley Street,who is pleased with the additional speed limit Brian Jahn Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in a future Friday Report sign,about additional traffic control measures that might be placed on the street? 5 Council Member Briggs 09/23/20 Can we have an update on Mingo rd-I know we were told it was being looked at for a side path or Becky Diviney Public Works-CIP Information will be provided in a future Friday Report sidewalk. Is there a schedule,funding,anything that can be verified? 6 Council Member Briggs 09/24/20 Can we add speed limit signs at both ends of Hercules with a radar sign in the middle to control Brian Jahn Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday speeding? Report 7 Council Member Briggs 09/24/20 Also,can we add a flashing crosswalk across Hercules for park crossing safely Brian Jahn Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 8 Council Member Briggs 09/24/20 Can staff assess construction on Rockwood/Royal?You can't continue down Rockwood to get to Daniel Kremer Public Works-Streets Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday 380. Report 9 Council Member Briggs 09/24/20 Can Traffic Engineering look at the area of Kings Row and Sherman,south of Windsor,to see if Brian Jahn Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday there are temporary measures to address safety concerns? Report 10 Council Member Briggs 09/24/20 Can staff assess whether speed humps should be place back onto Parkside? Brian Jahn Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 11 Council Member Briggs 09/24/20 When are the sidewalks on Nottingham going in and is Nottingham scheduled to be replaced Brian Jahn Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in a future Friday Report anytime soon? 12 Council Member Briggs 09/24/20 How does staff communicate construction projects with the Fire Department to ensure accessibility? Becky Diviney Public Works-CIP Information will be provided in a future Friday Report Council Member Briggs 09/27/20 On Nov 9th would like to request a proclamation to the Women Veterans of America-Denton Ch 48. Rachel Balthrop Mendoza City Manager's Office Information will be provided in a future Friday Report 13 Too many times women are over looked as Veterans and need to be celebrated and honored. https://wvachapter48.com/?fbclid=IwAR3dxrxDBgWOa348AMQV8aJRwZ8B8gKXpfNVOq 1 XJIBmFb 1:3491_ngH 14 Council Member Meltzer 09/29/20 How many of our schools now either have sidewalks approaching them or have sidewalk Brian Jahn Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday construction funded?What percent of Denton schools is that? Report 15 Council Member Briggs 10/02/20 Can staff check on a tree that was hit by road crews on Royal Lane? Gary Packan Public Works-Parks Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 16 Council Member Briggs 10/02/20 Can staff check to see what happened on Churchill where a resident says crew cut her powerline? Becky Diviney Public Works Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 17 Council Member Briggs 10/02/20 Can staff check on the sidewalk along McKinney leading to Ryan HS for any access issues? Becky Diviney Public Works-CIP Information will be provided in a future Friday Report 18 Council Member Briggs 10/03/20 wood st in SE Denton is pretty bad. I couldn't find it in 2019 bond.Is it on any other list to be re Daniel Kremer Public Works-Streets Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday done? Report 19 Council Member Briggs 10/03/20 Can staff check to see if the cracked sidewalk has been repaired on Kings Row? Daniel Kremer Public Works-Streets Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 20 Council Member Briggs 10/04/20 request a 1 min pitch to have a council discussion on Collins rd expansion and alternatives available Becky Diviney Public Works-Traffic This will be presented during the October 20 Pending Request Work Session 21 Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth 10/05/20 The recycling center at North Lakes Park is in bad shape. Brian Boerner Solid Waste Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 22 Council Member Briggs 10/06/20 Can staff check on the walking path along Mayhill? Rachel Wood Public Works-CIP Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 23 Council Member Armintor 10/06/20 The recycling center at North Lakes Park is in bad shape. Brian Boerner Solid Waste Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report Council Member Davis 10/07/20 Park7 is back in the news,and misinformation and intimations of wrongdoing have been published Scott McDonald Development Services Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday 24 on social media.Can we get a very brief ISR recapping the approval process of that project, Report including what the developer was ultimately able to do by right? Council Member Davis 10/07/20 In connection to my earlier request,since construction seems to have stalled again at Park 7, 1 Scott McDonald Development Services Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday 25 would like know what enforcement options are available under the permits we've issued or the Code Report to remedy the attractive nuisance this site has become.We can't allow an open pit in the city while the investors get their finances together. 26 Council Member Briggs 10/07/20 Can staff check the steps in front of Recycled Books? Ethan Cox Public Works Information will be provided in a future Friday Report 27 Council Member Briggs 10/09/20 Can staff clarify whether there are any changes to the calculations that are used for utility billing? Christa Foster Public Affairs Information will be provided in the October 9 Friday Report 28 Council Member Briggs 10/09/20 Can staff check on the condition of Cardinal St.from Hummingbird to Bob O Link? Daniel Kremer Public Works-Streets Information will be provided in a future Friday Report 29 Council Member Briggs 10/09/20 How many pedestrian,bike accidents has there been in past 2 years?Are they increasing,also Frank Dixon Police Information will be provided in a future Friday Report increasing in deaths? 80 October 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 Cancelled-8:30 DEDC Cancelled-4:00 pm Public Art Committee 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 COE 9:00am 3:00 pm CC Work Library Board 1:00pm Community 11:30 am Council Session Cancelled-2:30pm Development Advisory Luncheon 6:30 p.m.CC Regular Agenda Committee 2:30pm Session S:OOpm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&ZRegular Session 12 15 PUB 9:00am 1�00 pm 2nd Tuesday 1I1�OEDPB Cancelled-Traffic Safety 16 17 am 3:00 pm Parks, Rec, Beau Session Cancelled-2:30 m C 11:00 p p Cancelled-HABSCO 4pm Cancelled-HLC 3:00pm Agenda Committee Cancelled-3:00pm Cancelled-5:30 Airport Committee on Persons with Advisory Board Disabilities 19 20 21 22 23 24 2:00 pm CC Work ASAC 3:00 pm 12:00 pm Public Art Se ssion Cancelled-2:30pm Committee 6:30 pm CC Regular Agenda Committee Se ssion 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 PUB 9:00am loam CouncitAirport Cancelled-2:30pm 3:OOPM Board of ZBA 5:30pm Committee Agenda Committee Ethics 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 81 November 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11:30 am Council Cancelled - 1:00 pm 2:30pm Agenda 8:30DEDC Luncheon CC Work Session Committee 4:00 Public Art Committee COE 1:30 Cancelled - 6:30 pm 5:00pmP&ZWorkSession CC Regular Session 6:30pmP&Z Regular Session 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 PUB 9:OOam 1:00 pm 2nd Tuesday 11:00EDPB Session 5:30 Airport Advisory Board Traffic Safety Commission 11:00 am 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Cancelled - 1:00 pm 2:30pm Agenda HABSCO 4pm CC Work Session Committee 5:30 pm CC Reception 5:00pmP&ZWorkSession 6:30pmCCRegular 6:30pmP&Z Regular Session 3:00pmCommitteeon Session(C a nva sing) Persons with Dis abilities 10:30 am AuditFinance Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 loam CouncilAitport 12:00 1V Board(TRZ) Thanksgiving Day After Committee Day Holiday Thanksgiving No CouncilMeeting 3:OOPM Board , Holiday Ethics 29 30 ZBA 5:30pm 82 December 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 2:00 pm CC Work 2:30pm Agenda 8:30DEDC Se ssion Committee 4:00 Public Art Committee 6:30 pm CC Regular 5:00pmP&ZWorkSession Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Ses s ion 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 11:30 am Council 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday 11:00IDPB Lune he on Session(Includes 5:30 Airport Advisory Board Canvassing of Runoff if COE 1:30 any) Traffic Safety Commission 5:30 pm 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 PUB 9:OOam 2:00 pm CC Work 5:00pmP&ZWorkSession 6:O0pm Committee on ZBA 5:30pm Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session Persons vvithDisabilities 6:30 pm CC Regular HABSCO 4pm Se ssio n Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 10am CouncilAirport Christmas Eve Christmas Day Committee Holiday Holiday No Council Meeting 27 28 29 30 31 No Council Meeting 3:OOPM Board of Ethics 83 Cityof Denton City Hall 215 E. McKinney St. Denton,Texas 76201 www.cityofdenton.com DENTON Meeting Agenda City Council Tuesday, October 20,2020 2:00 PM Council Work Session Room WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 2:00 P.M.IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 6:30 P.M.IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM Note: Mayor Chris Watts, Mayor Pro Tem Gerard Hudspeth, and Council Members Keely Briggs, Jesse Davis, John Ryan, Deb Armintor and Paul Meltzer will be participating in the work session, closed meeting, and regular meeting via video/teleconference. REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL Due to COVID-19 precautions, members of the public will not be able to attend the October 20, 2020 City Council meeting in-person. To accommodate and receive input on agenda items, citizens will be able to participate in one of the following ways (NOTE: Other than public hearings, citizens are only able to comment one time per agenda item; citizens cannot use both methods to comment on a single agenda item. Public comments are not held for work session reports.): • Virtual White Card — On October 16, the agenda was posted online at www.cityofdenton.com/publicmeetings. Once the agenda is posted, a link to the Virtual White Card, an online form, will be made available under the main heading on the webpage. Within this form, citizens may indicate support or opposition and submit a brief comment about a specific agenda item. Comments may be submitted up until the start of the meeting, at which time, the Virtual White Card form will be closed. Similar to when a citizen submits a white card to indicate their position on the item, these comment forms will be sent directly to City Council members and recorded by the City Secretary. City Council Members review comments received in advance of the meeting and take that public input into consideration prior to voting on an agenda item. The Mayor will announce the number of Comment Cards submitted in support or opposition to an item during the public comment period. Comments will not be read during the meeting. The City Secretary will reflect the number of comments submitted in favor/opposition to an item, the registrant's name, address, and (summary of) comments within the Minutes of the Meeting, as applicable. OR • By phone — Citizens wishing to speak over the phone during this Council meeting, may call (940) 349-7800 beginning 30 minutes prior to the meeting start time. Comments by phone will be accepted until the item is opened for discussion by the Council. When the call is initially received, a staff member will receive the caller's information and either: 1) offer to call the citizen back when it is time for them to speak, or 2) record the caller's information, support or opposition, and comment. If the caller chooses to record their support or opposition, rather than speaking during the meeting, the Mayor will announce the number of comments submitted in support or opposition to the item. If the caller wishes to receive a call back, the voice of each caller will be broadcast into the meeting during the public commenting time of their desired agenda item. Individuals will be able to comment once per agenda item,no matter the method. Page 1 Printed on 101912020 84 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 • At regular meetings only, citizens can speak on any topic that is not on the agenda (Open Microphone). Alert the call taker if you wish to speak under the Open Microphone category. If you would like to give a public report, see the information below. After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene in a Work Session on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E.McKinney Street,Denton,Texas at which the following items will be considered: WORK SESSION 1. Citizen Comments on Consent Agenda Items This section of the agenda allows citizens to speak on any item listed on the Consent Agenda prior to its consideration. Each speaker will be given a total of three (3) minutes to address any item(s). Any person who wishes to address the City Council regarding these items may do so by utilizing the "By Phone" registration process as referenced under the REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL detailed at the beginning of this agenda. Registration is required prior to the time the City Council considers this item. Registrants may call in and remain on hold or receive a call back at the time the Work Session is called to Order and are encouraged to ensure they remain accessible to accept the call. 2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on this agenda. 3. Work Session Reports A. ID 20-556 Receive a report,hold a discussion,and give staff direction on broadband service models. B. ID 20-1844 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding an affordable housing assessment report for the City of Denton provided by Reinvestment Fund,Inc. C. ID 20-1186 Receive a report and hold a discussion regarding plugged gas well issues, including risks and public protections from plugged wells, current inspection practices, setback distances in Denton and other area cities, and zoning incentives such as density bonuses that could encourage plugging wells in areas of new development. D. ID 20-1778 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding pending 2020 Non-Annexation Agreements(NAAs)and properties without a NAA. E. ID 20-1492 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on pending City Council requests for information. Following the completion of the Work Session, the City Council will convene in a Closed Meeting to consider specific item(s) when these items are listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda. The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting on any item on its Open Meeting agenda consistent with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code,as amended,or as otherwise allowed by law. 1. Closed Meeting: A. ID 20-1958 Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.074. Deliberate and discuss the evaluation, duties, discipline, procedures, and contracts of the City Attorney and City Manager. Page 2 Printed on 101912020 85 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 Any final action, decision, or vote on a matter deliberated in a Closed Meeting will only be taken in an Open Meeting that is held in compliance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, except to the extent such final decision, or vote is taken in the Closed Meeting in accordance with the provisions of Section 551.086 of the Texas Government Code (the `Public Power Exception'). The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting or Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq. (The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item on its open meeting agenda or to reconvene in a continuation of the Closed Meeting on the Closed Meeting items noted above, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act,including,without limitation Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act. NOTE: Any item for which a formal action at the Regular Meeting has been taken by Council may be subject to a request for a motion for reconsideration at any time during the meeting, at the Concluding Items Section, or after the meeting. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act, a request for a motion for reconsideration made during, at the end of, or after a Council meeting will be placed on the agenda and considered at the next official meeting of the City Council. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL AT 6:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM AT CITY HALL, 215 E. MCKINNEY STREET, DENTON, TEXAS AT WHICH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL BE CONSIDERED: 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A. U.S.Flag B. Texas Flag "Honor the Texas Flag—I pledge allegiance to thee,Texas,one state under God,one and indivisible." 2. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS A. ID 20-2055 Recognition for Dr. Kenneth Banks B. ID 20-2057 Department of Energy's SolSmart Initiative(Possible Name Change) C. ID 20-2088 Complete Count Committee 3. PRESENTATION FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC A. Review of procedures for addressing the City Council. B. Reports from members of the public shall be received through the following two (2) methods. A total of up to seven (7) speakers are permitted to provide public comment and may include any combination of prior registration and open microphone speakers. 1) Pre-registration. This section of the agenda permits any person who has registered in advance to make a citizen report regarding a public business item he or she wishes to be considered by the City Council. Each speaker is allowed a maximum of four (4) minutes to present their report. At the conclusion of each report, the City Council may pose questions to the speaker or may engage in discussion. If the City Council believes that a speaker's report requires a more detailed review, the City Council will give the City Manager or City Staff direction to place the item on a future work session or regular meeting agenda and advise staff as to the background materials to be desired at such meeting. a. ID 20-2120 Property deterioration due to construction on Teasley Page 3 Printed on 101912020 86 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 2) Open Microphone. This section of the agenda permits any person who has not registered in advance for a citizen report to make comments about public business items not listed on the agenda. Such person(s) shall have registered using the "Virtual White Card" or `By Phone" process outlined by the City on its website or meeting notice. During open microphone reports under this section of the agenda, the Council may listen to citizens speak. However, because notice of the subject of the open microphone report has not been provided to the public in advance, the Texas Open Meetings Act limits any deliberation or decision by the Council to: a proposal to place the item on a future agenda; a statement of factual information; or a recitation of existing policy. Council Members may not ask the open microphone speakers questions or discuss the items presented during open microphone reports. NOTE: If audio/visual aids during presentations to Council are needed, they must be submitted to the City Secretary 24 hours prior to the meeting. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Each of these items is recommended by Staff and approval thereof will be strictly on the basis of the Staff recommendations. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the City Manager or his designee to implement each item in accordance with the Staff recommendations. The City Council has received background information and has had an opportunity to raise questions regarding these items prior to consideration. Listed below are bids, purchase orders, contracts, and other items to be approved under the Consent Agenda (Agenda Items A — V). This listing is provided on the Consent Agenda to allow Council Members to discuss or withdraw an item prior to approval of the Consent Agenda. If no items are pulled, the Consent Agenda Items will be approved with one motion. If items are pulled for separate discussion, they may be considered as the first items following approval of the Consent Agenda. A. ID 20-1985 Consider adoption of an ordinance approving a pipeline crossing contract by and between the City of Denton and the Kansas City Southern Railway Company relating to the location of a City water pipeline within the railroad right-of-way, located at Mile Post D100.16 Alliance Subdivision, within the County and City of Denton, Texas; authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreement; authorizing the expenditure of funds; and providing an effective date. (KCS RR Agreement, Country Club Terrace Phase lb - Mark Laird) B. ID 20-1986 Consider adoption of an ordinance approving a pipeline crossing contract by and between the City of Denton, and the Kansas City Southern Railway Company relating to the location of a City water pipeline within the railroad right-of-way, located at Mile Post D 100.32 Alliance Subdivision, within the County and City of Denton, Texas; authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and providing an effective date. (KCS RR Agreement, Country Club Terrace Phase la-Mark Laird) C. ID 20-2001 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton amending the Naming Policy Guidelines for City Buildings, Facilities, Land, or any Portion Thereof, providing a repealer; and declaring an effective date. D. ID 20-2002 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to expend funds for Page 4 Printed on 101912020 87 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 payment of the annual Water Quality Fee to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the operation of the City's Pecan Creek Water Reclamation Plant; and providing an effective date. (Consolidated Water Quality Fee in the total not-to-exceed amount of$127,000.00). E. ID 20-2003 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, a Texas Home Rule Municipal Corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to expend funds for payment of the annual Water System Fee to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; and, providing an effective date. (Water System Fee in the total not-to-exceed amount of$100,000.00). F. ID 20-2004 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, a Texas Home-Rule Municipal Corporation, authorizing the expenditure of funds for payment to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the annual major capital repair ("MCR") and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) fees for water storage at Lake Lewisville and Lake Ray Roberts; and, providing an effective date (Water storage MCR and O&M fees in the total amount not to exceed$200,000). G. ID 20-1792 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, approving an agreement between Daniel Black and the City of Denton and the conceptual design for a public art mural painting to be located on the Union Pacific Railroad underpass located at the intersection of Robertson Street and Bell Avenue; and providing an effective date. H. ID 20-2010 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton approving an agreement between the Denton Parks Foundation and the City of Denton to allow the Denton Parks Foundation to raise funds and support programming for the Parks and Recreation Department; authorizing the city manager or his designee to execute the Denton Parks Foundation agreement; and providing an effective date. 1. ID 20-2058 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a Facility Use Agreement with other law enforcement agencies for the use of Denton Police Department Training Center and Firearms Range; and providing an effective date. J. ID 20-2059 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas: amending the Municipal Code of the City of Denton, Chapter 25 titled Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places by repealing Section 25-211 "Funeral Escorts" which establishes fees charged by the police department for funeral escorts; by adding Article VII titled "Vehicles For Hire" to allow the establishment of private motor vehicle escort services within the City of Denton, Texas; providing for repealer; providing for continuation of prior law;providing a penalty;providing for publication and effective date. K. ID 20-2060 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of Change Order No. 2 to the contract between the City of Denton and Quality Excavation, LLC, for additional work on the Hinkle and Windsor Paving and Drainage Project (Magnolia PH II); providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 6902 - Change Order No. 2 in the not-to-exceed amount of $494,958.57 for a total contract award aggregated to Page 5 Printed on 101912020 88 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 $7,240,961.78). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). L. ID 20-2061 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Quality Excavation, LLC, for the construction of the Downtown Storm Sewer Trunk Line PH I Project for the City of Denton; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7086- awarded to Quality Excavation, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,141,102.20). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). M. ID 20-2062 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Argos USA, LLC, for concrete delivery for city departments, providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 7414 - awarded to Argos USA, LLC, for three (3) years, with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $400,000). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). N. ID 20-2063 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with John Burns Construction Company of Texas, Inc., for the construction of the Hickory Substation underground transmission and distribution duct banks; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 7420- awarded to John Burns Construction Company of Texas, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $811,370.70). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). O. ID 20-2064 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a contract with Associated Supply Company, Inc., dba ASCO Equipment Co., through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract # 597-19, for authorized Case construction equipment repair services for the Fleet Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 7443 - awarded Associated Supply Company, Inc., dba ASCO Equipment Co., in the five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $100,000). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-). P. ID 20-2065 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a fourth amendment to a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Denton and Bojorquez Law Firm, PC, amending the contract approved by Purchasing on November 28, 2017, in the not-to-exceed amount of $40,000; amended by Amendments 1-3 approved by Purchasing and City Manager; said fourth amendment to provide additional independent, outside legal services under certain circumstances as defined in the Ethics Ordinance; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 6655 - providing for an additional fourth amendment expenditure amount not-to-exceed $30,000, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed$115,034.71). Q. ID 20-2066 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with American Business Electronics, Inc. dba ABE Corp, for security services and card access control for all City Page 6 Printed on 101912020 89 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20,2020 Departments; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 7409 - awarded to American Business Electronics, Inc. dba ABE Corp, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five(5)year not-to-exceed amount of$2,000,000). R. ID 20-2067 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with CapitalEdge Strategies, LLC, for Federal Government Relations and Lobbying Services for the City of Denton; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 7423 - awarded to CapitalEdge Strategies, LLC, for two (2) years, with option for two (2) additional two (2) year extensions, in the total six (6) year not-to-exceed amount of$354,000). S. ID 20-2070 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with the Texas Commission on the Arts Arts Respond-Cultural District Program Grant in the amount of $28,000 for the period of September 1,2020 through August 21,2021; and providing an effective date. T. ID 20-2097 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to accept the Special Projects Grant #SPP-21005 for State Fiscal Year 2021 (Federal Award Identification No. LS-246193-OLS-20) from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission through the Institute of Museum and Library Services in the amount of $54,058.00 for the period of September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021; authorizing the City Manager to carry out all duties of the City pursuant to the grant;providing a savings clause; and providing an effective date. U. ID 20-2106 Consider approval of a resolution of the City Council of the City of Denton expressing appreciation to Governor Greg Abbott for actions taken to protect and support the citizens of the State of Texas during the COVID-19 public health emergency and respectfully requesting the Governor amend current state orders to allow for the opening of bars;providing for an effective date. V. ID 20-1873 Consider approval of a resolution of the City Council of the City of Denton amending resolution No. 2012-026 by modifying the name of the Committee on Citizen Engagement to the Committee on Community Engagement. 5. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION A. ID 20-2085 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending Chapter 23 of the City Code - Police - to add Article VI, Section 23-177, creating the Denton Police Department Chief of Police Advisory Board and providing an effective date. B. ID 20-1851 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton adopting an Urban Forest Master Plan as a policy for city-owned property; and declaring an effective date. C. ID 20-2068 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving an economic development agreement under Chapter 380 of the Local Government Code to promote economic development and to stimulate business activity and economic growth of the City of Denton, between the City of Denton and From the Future, LLC., regarding the Page 7 Printed on 101912020 90 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 expansion of operations and increase in the number of high wage or knowledge-based jobs in the city of Denton, Texas; authorizing the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date. D. ID 20-2069 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving an economic development agreement under Chapter 380 of the Local Government Code to promote economic development and to stimulate business activity and economic growth of the City of Denton, between the City of Denton and TeamOfDefenders, LLC., regarding the expansion of operations and increase in the number of high wage or knowledge-based jobs in the City of Denton, Texas; authorizing the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date. E. ID 20-2071 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing city limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as DH-I, an area of approximately 315 acres located east of H. Lively Road, south side of FM 2449, west side of John Paine Road;providing for severability; and providing an effective date. F. ID 20-2072 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing city limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as DH-2, an area of approximately 258 acres located on the south side of University Drive, west and east sides of Thomas J. Egan Road, north of Jim Christal Road, west of Masch Branch Road; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. G. ID 20-2074 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing city limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as DH-3, an area of approximately 421 acres located on the south side of Spring Side Road, north, south and west of Corbin Road,west of I-35;providing for severability; and providing an effective date. H. ID 20-2075 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non- Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as DH-4, an area of approximately 347 acres located on the east side of Bonnie Brae Street, west of Fort Worth Drive, east and west of Vintage Boulevard;providing for severability; and providing an effective date. I. ID 20-2076 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as DH-5, an area of approximately 219.127 acres located on the east side of Fort Worth Drive, west side of Country Club Drive, north of Brush Creek Road; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. Page g Printed on 101912020 91 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 I ID 20-2077 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as DH-9, an area of approximately 298 acres located on the north side of Pockrus Page Road, north, south and northeast of Edwards Road;providing for severability; and providing an effective date. K. ID 20-2079 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as DH-12, an area of approximately 1,154 acres located on the south side of E. University Drive, east of N. Mayhill Road, north and south of Blagg Road, north and south of Mills Road, and east and west of S. Trinity Road;providing for severability; and providing an effective date. L. ID 20-2080 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as PAA-I, an area approximately 1,171 acres located on the south side of Jim Christal Road, the north side of Tom Cole Road, west of Masch Branch Road; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. M. ID 20-2081 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as PAA-2, an area approximately 1,472 acres located on the south side of FM 1173, north W. University Drive, west of I-35;providing for severability; and providing an effective date. N. ID 20-2082 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as PAA-3, an area approximately 1,075 acres located on the south side of Ganzer Road, north and south of Barthold Road, north of FM 1173, west of I-35; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. O. ID 20-2083 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas providing for acceptance of eligible Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs) for agricultural, wildlife management, or timberland use properties within an area of land adjacent to and abutting the existing City limits of the City of Denton, Texas, generally identified as PAA-4, an area of approximately 1,555 acres located on the south side of Milan Road, north of Loop 288, east of I-35;providing for severability; and providing an effective date. 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS Page 9 Printed on 101912020 92 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20, 2020 A. AESA20-000 Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, 4b Texas, approving a request for an Alternative Environmentally Sensitive Area Plan for a renovation at Ryan High School. The approximately 78.904-acre property is generally located on the north side of East McKinney Street, approximately 1,740 feet east of the intersection of Mayhill Road in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas. (AESA20-0004,Ryan High School Renovation,Christi Upton). B. AESA20-000 Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, 2c Texas, approving a request for an Alternative Environmentally Sensitive Area Plan for approximately 18.83-acre site generally located on the south side Duchess Drive approximately 1,850 feet west of South Loop 288 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City's official Environmentally Sensitive Areas map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. (AESA20-0002, Eagle Cove, Christi Upton). C. Z19-0012c Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from R2 District to R4 District on approximately 2.61 acres of land generally located east of Mockingbird Lane, approximately 133 feet south of Audra Lane in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City's official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof, providing a severability clause and an effective date The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend denial of the request. (Z19-0012c Mockingbird Single Family Residential) D. DCA20-0004 Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton a amending the Denton Development Code Subchapter 5, "Use Regulations," related to the Table Of Allowed Uses And Use-Specific Standards for Tattoo and Piercing Parlors in the Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MN) Zoning District; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof, providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval/denial of the proposal (0-0) (DCA20-0004a, Tattoo and Body Piercing Parlor, Richard Cannone, AICP) 7. CONCLUDING ITEMS Page 10 Printed on 101912020 93 City Council Meeting Agenda October 20,2020 A. Under Section 551.042 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, respond to inquiries from the City Council or the public with specific factual information or recitation of policy, or accept a proposal to place the matter on the agenda for an upcoming meeting AND Under Section 551.0415 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, provide reports about items of community interest regarding which no action will be taken, to include: expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official, public employee, or other citizen; a reminder about an upcoming event organized or sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the municipality; or an announcement involving an imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that has arisen after the posting of the agenda. B. Possible Continuation of Closed Meeting topics,above posted. CERTIFICATE I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Denton, Texas,on the 16th day of October 2020 at CITY SECRETARY NOTE: THE CITY OF DENTON'S DESIGNATED PUBLIC MEETING FACILITIES ARE ACCESSIBLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. THE CITY WILL PROVIDE ACCOMMODATION, SUCH AS SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED, IF REQUESTED AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE SCHEDULED MEETING. PLEASE CALL THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE AT 940-349-8309 OR USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR THE DEAF (TDD) BY CALLING 1-800-RELAY-TX SO THAT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION CAN BE ARRANGED. Page 11 Printed on 101912020 94 FUTURE WORK SESSION ITEMS MATRIX As of October 9,2020 Meeting Date Currently Slated Work Session Items Advisory Board to Police Non-Discrimination COVID-19 Update Chief Citizen Sustainability Ordinance Management of Stoke 13-Oct 20-1664 20-2084 20-1794 20-1470 20-1476 Affordable Housing Assessment Report Gas Well Municipal Broadband NAA Update Council Requests 20-Oct 20-1844 20-1186 20-556 20-1778 20-1492 Cap.Improvement Citywide Speed Internal Audit-Health Economic Development Update CM Briggs Request Dyno Dirt Update Insurance Claims Process Strategic Plan(Follow Up) Council Requests 27-Oct 20-1891 20-1758 20-1969 20-1977 20-1615 20-1493 2-Nov CANCELLED Luncheon 3-Nov CANCELLED-Election Day Internal Audit-Utility COVID-19 Update Meter Reading ETJ Update Council Requests 10-Nov 20-1886 20-1978 20-1668 20-1658 Canvassing of November 3 General and Special 17-Nov Election 24-Nov No Meeting-Thanksgiving Utilities Commercial COVID-19 Update Paper Council Requests Dec 1 1-Dec 20-2116 TBD 20-1659 Council Requests Dec 7 7-Dec 20-1660 Council Requests Dec 8 20-1990 COVID-19 Update (NOTE:Can Runoff, 8-Dec 20-2117 ifanv) COVID-19 Update Council Requests Dec 15 15-Dec 20-2118 20-1991 Accessory Dwelling Units, 'p and Screening Construction Code Group Home Code Hartlee Field PID Council Requests Jan 4 DCA19-0011 Review(TBD) Delegated Authority Amendment 20-1789 20-2096 C C f0 d 0 Right-of-Way Ordinance Council Requests Jan V1 Cal Public Art Follow-up DME Solar Programs 20-2093 C O OJ �+ HRedistricting Update Stormwater Master Council Requests Jan 12 Spring 2021 20-1661 20-2094 to Y i Council Requests Ian 26 O 20-2095 Session 95 Street Closure Report IMPROVING "TM Upcoming Closures F)FNT(CIN OF DENTON Week of October 12,2020-October 18,2020 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Doris McKamy Tripp Tr 10/26/20 11/20/20 Concrete Panel and Sidewalk Streets repair Concrete Sidewalk Repair.The process starts with Barricading Merlot Riesing Pinot 10/26/20 11/06/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Sidewalk,remove,and install new concrete Concrete Sidewalk Repair.The process starts with Barricading Napa Valley Shiraz Sonoma 10/19/20 10/30/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Sidewalk,remove,and install new concrete Wastewater Collections will be Precision Dr Airport Rd 1500'north 12/01/20 12/29/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater main and services. Curb and Gutter Repair.The process starts with Barricading Roberts N.Bell Brown 10/19/20 11/20/20 the failed sections of,Curb and Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Gutter remove and install Curbs. Robson East Side of 35W TBD TBD Wastewater Main Install Wastewater (940)349-8909 RR (Temporary Lane Closure) Total 4 Upcoming Closures 96 Street Closure Report IMPROVING Current Closures DENTON Week of October 12 2020-October I8 DFNI-T 2020 \\ Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other epartment Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Georgetown Wastewater Collections will be Amherst Dr Dr Hinkle Dr 09/28/20 12/28/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 main line and services. This project is to add drainage North of upgrades and widen Hickory NextDoor,Email Barrel Strap Road Hickory Ocean Drive 09/07/20 01/04/21 Creek Road.It is also adding an Engineering Notification (940)349-7426 Creek Road acceleration lane to Barrel Strap Road. E McKinney Wastewater Collections will be Bell PI Mingo Rd St 10/02/20 10/14/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 main line and services. North South Water Main Phase Engineering, Temporary Flagging in Bonnie Brae IH 35E Scripture 06/15/20 03/01/21 3 Water all lanes for pipe Direct business contact (940)349-8938 delivery. Woodland Water Distribution will be Cherrywood Ln St Roberts St 08/03/20 10/16/20 replacing the water main and Water N/A (940)349-7278 services. Public Works Collins Dallas Dr. Johnson St 07/20/20 10/30/20 Haven at Daugherty:Pavement Inspections, N/A (940)205-9230 Private Development Concrete Street Panel.The process starts with Barricading Como Lake Windriver Loon Lake 10/05/20 11/13/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 pavement,remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Elm Hickory Prairie 05/11/20 11/27/20 PEC 4 Utility Project Engineering Direct business contact (940)349-8938 City of FM 2181 Denton/Cori Lillian Miller 11/18/19 11/30/20 Street Widening TxDOT (940)349-8425 nth City limits Water Distribution will be Foxcroft Cir Emerson Ln Emerson Ln 03/09/20 10/30/20 replacing the water main and Water N/A (940)349-7278 water services. Infrastructure Safety Upgrades Ft.Worth Dr.(US 377) IH 35E FM1830 10/17/19 02/01/21 &New Sewer Main Install TxDOT (940)349-8938 (temporary closures) Current Closures 97 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact The road will be closed as a part of the 2019 Street construction NextDoor,Email Hercules N. Locust Stuart 08/01/20 12/31/20 bundle Project.Hercules is set Engineering Notification,Mail outs (940)349-7426 to have reconstruction of the curbs,gutters and the street. Widening of Hickory Creek road from Teasley to FM 2499 with Hickory CreeK Road Teasely FM 2499 10/06/20 02/16/21 an acceleration lane being Engineering NextDoor,Email (940)349-7426 constructed on FM 2499. Notification Project also included drainage upgrades. Intersection back of Intermittent closures of this NextDoor,Email Hidden Meadows Trail with Vintage Vintage blvd 03/16/20 10/30/20 intersection for construction Engineering Notification (940)349-8938 Blvd right of way activities Install new curb and gutter.Mill Johnson Street Daugherty Smith Street 10/12/20 11/24/20 off old pavement and install Streets Door hangers (940)349-7146 Street new asphalt to match the grade of the new inlets. Concrete Street Panel Repair. It starts with Barricading the Lake View Post Oak Indian Paint 09/21/20 10/16/20 failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 pavement,remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Storm drain improvements as Locust St. Prairie Highland 03/09/20 10/30/20 part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Engineering Direct business contact (940)349-8938 Project.East Side In Closure Temporary lane closure for Public Works McKinney ST. Loop 288 100ft 10/12/20 10/26/20 public works construction along Inspections N/A (682)299-8148 bar ditch Street Reconstruction Remove and replace curb and Mistywood Lane Woodhaven Jamestown 10/01/20 01/29/21 gutter as needed. Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Remove old asphalt and stabilize subgrade. Install asphalt pavement Intersection back of Intermittent closures of this Mockernut Rd. with Vintage Blvd.Vintage right of 03/16/20 10/30/20 intersection for construction Engineering Notification NextDoor,Email (940)349-8938 Blvd. activities. way Water Distribution will be Northcrest Rd Foxcroft Cir Emerson Ln 03/06/20 10/30/20 replacing the water main and Water N/A (940)349-7278 water services. Current Closures 98 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date j Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Prairie Elm Pierce 06/01/20 11/27/20 PEC 4 Utilities Engineering NextDoor,Direct (940)349-8938 business contact Storm drain improvements,as Prairie St. Locust St. Elm St. 03/23/20 12/04/20 part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Engineering Direct business contact (940)349-8938 Project. Street closed to thru traffic. Water Distribution will be Precision Airport Rd 1500ft north 10/19/20 10/21/20 installing a new water main and Water N/A (940)349-7278 services Street Reconstruction Mistywood Remove and replace curb and Rain delays moved out Rockwood Lane Royal Lane Lane 07/20/20 10/12/20 gutter as needed Streets completion date to N/A (940)349-7146 Remove the old asphalt and October 12th stabilize the subgrade Install asphalt pavement Roselawn Bonnie Brae Bernard 05/12/20 11/06/20 Bonnie Brae Phase 1 Engineering North Side lane closure NextDoor (940)349-8938 intersection back of Intermittent closure of the NextDoor,Email Shagbark Dr with Vintage Vintage Blvd 03/16/20 10/30/20 intersection for construction Engineering (940)349-8938 Blvd right of way activities. Notification Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Shiraz Napa Valley Claret 10/12/20 10/30/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Spring Creek Creek Bend Beechwood 10/05/20 11/25/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Stuart Road North of South of 09/07/20 11/16/20 Street repairs Engineering NextDoor,Email (940)349-7426 Windsor windsor Notification Trinity Road Mills Td Grissom 10/01/20 11/01/20 Culvert Improvements on Trinity Drainage N/A (940)349-7197 Current Closures 99 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description wADepartment Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Tripp Trl Dolris Skelton 09/14/20 10/23/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Construction is set to begin on West Hickory Street between N. Welch Street and Carroll Blvd in September of 2020 and Atmos,Streets, West Hickory Street Welch Carroll 08/31/20 05/29/21 continue through May of 2021. Drainage,Water, Email Notification,Direct (940)349-8425 Detailed lane closure Waste Water business contact information is forthcoming pending approval of the contractor's phasing and traffic control plans. Branch 08/24/20 08/16/21 Install utilities and road En NextDoor,Email Windsor Hanover Crossing reconstruction Engineering Notification (940)349-7426 Windsor Stuart Longfellow 08/24/20 08/23/21 Installation of utilities and street Engineering NextDoor,Email (940)349-7426 reconstruction Notification Windsor Stuart E.Sherman 09/07/20 12/14/20 This closure is to reconstruct Engineering NextDoor,Email (940)349-7426 Windsor Drive Notification Cherrywood Water Distribution will be Woodland St Frame St Ln 08/03/20 10/16/20 installing a new water main Water N/A (940)349-7278 and water services. Total 37 Current Closures 100 Street Closure Report IMPROVING crry T(CN I Completed Closures DENTON Week of October 12,2020-October 18,2020 �F Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Concrete Street Repair.The process starts with Barricading 7801 Falcon Ridge Eagle Path Echo Hill 08/31/20 09/10/20 the failed sections of pavement, Streets N/A (940)349-7146 remove the pavement and subgrade,and install new concrete pavement. Concrete Sidewalk Repair.The Pennsylvani process starts with Barricading Abbots Sand Piper a 09/08/20 10/02/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Sidewalk,remove,and install new concrete Concrete Street panel and Sidewalk repair. The process Spring starts with barricading the failed Bent Creek Kappwood Creek 01/06/20 04/24/20 sections of concrete pavement, Streets N/A (940)349-7146 remove the pavement and subgrade,and install new concrete pavement. Concrete Sidewalk Repair.The process starts with Barricading Brainy Trace Ct Bent Creek Cul v Sac 06/29/20 07/27/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Sidewalk,remove,and install new concrete Wastewater collections will be Brown Dr Roberts St Woodland St 02/10/20 08/07/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 main line and services Northwood Wastewater collections will be Cherrywood Ln Woodland St Tr 02/10/20 08/07/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 main line and services 3201 Public Works Colorado Blvd Brinker Rd Colorado 02/17/20 07/31/20 Pavement for Fire Station#8 Inspections, NextDoor,Direct (940)205-9230 Blvd Private business contact Development Completed Closures 101 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Como Lake Wind River Loon Lake 08/10/20 09/02/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Concrete Sidewalk Repair.The Old North process starts with Barricading E.Windsor Rd Armstrong 07/06/20 08/05/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Sidewalk,remove,and install new concrete Wastewater main replacement. Projects extents,Emerson from Emerson Circle to Foxcroft. Emerson Circle from Emerson Foxcroft Cir Emerson Ln Emerson Ln 01/30/20 09/25/20 to End Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 Foxcroft from Emerson to Northcrest Foxcroft from Old North to Emerson 0.26 mi Street Widening Ft.Worth Dr.(US 377) IH 35E south of FM 12/03/18 12/12/20 (Temporary Lane Closures TxDOT 10/08/19 (940)387-1414 1830 during non-peak traffic) Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Winter starts with Barricading the failed Green Bend Creek Cul v sac 07/06/20 08/14/20 sections of concrete pavement, Streets N/A (940)349-7146 remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Curb and Gutter Repair.The process starts with Barricading the failed sections of,Curb and Headlee St. Mesquite Intersection 07/06/20 07/27/20 Gutter remove and install Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Curbs. From Addresses 607 to 512 Mesquite Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Hemingway Livingston Chaucer 09/08/20 10/02/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Completed Closures 102 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department j Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Completed removal and replace E.Sherman Huntington 06/04/20 09/07/20 of Hercules Lane in conjunction Public Works Email Notification,Door Hercules Lane Dr. Dr. of the added turn lanes for the Inspections hangers (940)391-6299 Sherman Crossing project. Hickory Creek Rd. Teasley Riverpass TBD TBD Street Widening Engineering Phone call to McNair (940)349-7112 (Temporary Lane Closures) Elementary Principal Hollyhill Lane Tennyson Long ridge 08/31/20 09/18/20 Mill and Overlay Hollyhill Lane Streets Door hangers (940)349-7146 Trail Drive Tennyson Water Distribution will be Hollyhill Ln Longridge Dr Trl 03/06/20 09/18/20 replacing the water main and Water N/A (940)349-7278 water services. Concrete Street Repair.The process starts with Barricading Hudsonwood Berrydown Stockbridge 08/03/20 08/28/20 the failed sections of pavement, Streets N/A (940)349-7146 remove the pavement and subgrade,and install new concrete pavement. 135E northbound service 500 ft west Wastewater collections will be road located of Bonnie 07/02/20 08/13/20 installing a new main line. Wastewater (940)349-8909 Brae Install approximately 14,000 Southwest linear feet of 24-inch and 30- John Paine Road Pump Johnson 01/06/20 07/15/20 inch water main along Old John Water NextDoor (940)349-8925 Station Road Paine and Allred between the Southwest Pump Station and South Bonnie Brae. This is a modification of the previous street closure for Direct business contact, Johnson Daugherty Smith 06/15/20 07/17/20 install new storm drain. Ground Drainage Direct contact with (940)349-7197 conditions have changed on the residents job site and will now require a full street closure. Install new storm drain from the Johnson St. Smith St. Daugherty 05/18/20 07/17/20 intersection of Smith and Drainage NextDoor (940)349-7197 St. Johnson to the intersection of Johnson and Daugherty. Kerley Street Duncan Shady Oaks 02/05/20 07/31/20 Street Reconstruction Streets (940)349-7146 Street Drive Concrete Sidewalk Repair.The process starts with Barricading King Row Nottingham Dunes 07/20/20 08/21/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Sidewalk,remove,and install new concrete Completed Closures 103 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Installing Valley Gutter across Linden at the middle of the block between Bonnie Brae and Linden Bonnie Brae Stanley 09/08/20 09/18/20 Stanley. The process starts Streets N/A (940)349-7146 with barricading then remove pavement and subgrade and install new concrete Valley Gutter. Water Line improvements,as Maple St. Elm St. Myrtle St. 02/24/20 03/06/20 part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Engineering Direct business contact (940)349-7112 Project. Alternating lane closures. We will be reconstructing Direct business contact, Masch Branch U S 380 Jim Crystal 02/17/20 06/19/20 Masch Branch from 380 to Jim Streets Door hangers (940)349-7146 Crystal. Installation of new storm City PM will contact Montecito Dr. Hickory Buena Vista TBD TBD Engineering line. Full street drainage En McNair Elementary (940)349-7112 Creek Rd. Dr. g g Principal again on closure. 2/7/20 Public Works N.Bell Ave Texas College 02/28/20 08/28/20 Sidewalk Inspections, NextDoor (940)205-9230 Private Development Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process N.Carroll W.Oak McKinney 06/08/20 08/28/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 St. sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Street Reconstruction Edgewood Curb and gutter has already message boards and Northwood Terrace North End Place 07/21/20 08/21/20 been replaced. Streets door hangers (940)349-7146 Remove the old asphalt and stabilize subgrade Install asphalt pavement. Wastewater Collections will be Paisley at Mulkey 08/14/20 08/28/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 service line. Completed Closures 104 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Section of paving being re- Private Pockrus Page 1-35 Cliffside 07/13/20 08/31/20 done;waiting on finished Development N/A (254)248-7624 drainage Riney Rd N. Bonnie Hardaway 07/16/20 07/24/20 Tapping Sleeve water (940)205-9230 Brae Cherrywood Wastewater collections will be Roberts St Bell Ave Ln 02/10/20 08/07/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 main line and services. Street Reconstruction Rockwood Mistywood Remove and replace curb and Royal Lane Lane Lane 07/20/20 10/02/20 gutter as needed. Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Remove old asphalt and stabilize subgrade. Install asphalt pavement. Concrete Street Repair.The process starts with Barricading Royal Oaks Forest Ridge Forest Ridge 09/14/20 10/02/20 the failed sections of pavement, Streets N/A (940)349-7146 remove the pavement and subgrade,and install new concrete pavement. Installation of new storm Rushing Springs Dr. Hickory Marble Cove TBD TBD drainage line. Intersection Engineering N/A (940)349-7112 Creek Rd. Ln. closure. Traffic will be detoured to Serenity Way. The 2019 Street Reconstruction project consists of the reconstruction of roadways listed above.This Thomas reconstruction shall include new NextDoor,Email Scripture Street Street Malone 03/16/20 08/21/20 curb and gutter,ADA compliant Engineering Notification (940)349-7426 ramps in sidewalks,asphalt or concrete roadways as well as upgraded drainage,water and wastewater facilities Full Depth Asphalt Street NextDoor,Direct Shady Oaks Kerley Teasley 09/21/20 10/01/20 Repair east of Teasley Streets business contact, (940)349-7146 message boards Completed Closures 105 Street/Intersection From Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department AT Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Shy Creek Long Rd. Summer 08/31/20 09/18/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Stream sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Wastewater Collections will be Stuart at Manhattan 09/03/20 09/15/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 main line. Concrete Street Panel and Sidewalk Repair.The process Swan Park White Dove Glen Falls 07/20/20 08/28/20 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146 sections of concrete pavement, remove the pavement,and install new concrete. Walnut Elm Locust 08/05/20 09/11/20 Water Main Replacement engineering Fliers (940)349-8938 Walnut Elm Locust 08/05/20 09/11/20 Water Main Replacement engineering Fliers (940)349-8938 Warren Ct. Wainwright Locust St. 12/16/19 08/07/20 Drainage Improvements as part Engineering Direct business contact, (940)349-8938 St. of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Project door hangers Mill and Overlay: Welch Street Welch Street Union Circle Eagle Drive 06/22/20 07/15/20 from Union Circle to Union Streets Notified UNT of the (940)349-7146 Circle and Highland to Eagle project limits. Drive. Western Phased Road Reconstruction. Private West Oak St/Jim Chrystal Blvd. 135 07/06/20 08/12/20 There is an attached TCP with Development N/A (209)603-8077 4 phases as well as a schedule. This closure is to install Windsor E.Sherman Nottingham 06/15/20 08/01/21 underground utilities in this area Engineering NextDoor (940)349-7426 with street Reconstruction to follow. Installation of sewer and water facilities. Windsor Drive North Locust Stuart 05/11/20 08/02/21 Windsor Drive-Closed WB- Engineering NextDoor (940)349-7426 Open one Way EB with street reconstruction to follow Completed Closures 106 Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description A Department Upcoming Public Other Department Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact Cherrywood Wastewater collections will be Woodland St Brown Dr Ln 02/10/20 08/07/20 installing a new wastewater Wastewater N/A (940)349-8909 main line and services Concrete Sidewalk Repair.The process starts with Barricading Woodland Street N.Bell Frame 07/20/20 08/05/20 the failed sections of concrete Streets N/A (940)349-7146 Sidewalk,remove,and install new concrete Total 53 Completed Closures 107