021221 Friday Staff Report „ City Manager's Office
215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • (940) 349-8307
DENTON
MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 12, 2021
TO: The Honorable Mayor Hudspeth and Council Members
FROM: Todd Hileman, City Manager
SUBJECT: Staff Report
I. Council Schedule
A. Meetings
1. Community Development Advisory Committee on Monday, February 15,
2021 at 10:00 a.m. via video/teleconference — City Council Work Session
Room.
2. Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board on Monday, February 15, 2021
at 3:00 p.m.via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room.
3. Work Session of the City Council on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at
2:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room followed by a Regular
Meeting at 6:30 p.m. via video/teleconference — City Council Work Session
Room.
4. Mobility Committee Meeting on Wednesday,February 17,2021 at 9:00 a.m.
via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room.
5. Animal Shelter Advisory Committee on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at
2:00 p.m. via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room.
6. Cancelled - Agenda Committee Meeting Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at
2:30 p.m. in the City Manager's Conference Room.
7. Work Session of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday,
February 17, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. followed by a Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
via video/teleconference—City Council Work Session Room.
II. General Information & Status Update
A. Potential Impacts to Electric Grid—The ERCOT electric grid will be stressed as never
before on Sunday and Monday as there is the potential for emergency conditions
across the state. Record winter electric demand coupled with generation outages, and
very low wind generation and solar output on Sunday and Monday are likely to lead
to calls for energy conservation measures that, if not effective, could result in ERCOT
OUR CORE VALUES
Integrity • Fiscal Responsibility • Transparency • Outstanding Customer Service
deploying emergency procedures across the entire ERCOT grid. Denton Municipal
Electric (DME) has requested customers to take measures to conserve energy
especially in the early morning and evenings on Sunday and Monday. DME has taken
all appropriate measures to meet the requirements of its membership in ERCOT.
Further information can be found here. Staff contact: Tony Puente, Utilities
B. Solid Waste Service Day Changes — On Wednesday, February 17, Solid Waste
services delivered to the approximate 1700 residents of the of the Ryan Ranch, Oaks
of Montecito, River Oaks, and Chaucer Estates neighborhoods will move from a
Tuesday service delivery day to Wednesday. Residents of these neighborhoods
received a letter outlining the change,neighborhood association were contacted,social
media posts were made on the City's channels, and signs outlining the change were
placed in the neighborhood. Customer services stands ready to respond to questions
that may arise during the transition. Staff Contact—Brian Boerner, Solid Waste
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C. Eviction and Foreclosure Moratoriums & Financial Assistance Resources—
Eviction Moratorium
A federal eviction moratorium issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is in
effect until March 31. Under this Order, a landlord cannot evict for nonpayment of
rent any covered person from any residential property in any U.S. state or U.S.
territory where the Order applies. Evictions may still occur for other reasons.
To utilize the CDC eviction moratorium protection,a renter must provide a completed
and signed copy of Residential Declaration Form to their landlord, owner of the
residential property where they live, or other person who has a right to have them
evicted or removed from where they live. For more information about the CDC
Eviction Moratorium and how to utilize this protection, visit the Department of
Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) website
(his://www.hud�//www.hud�prro ram_offices/public_indian housin /cg ovid_19_resources).
Foreclosure Moratoriums
A foreclosure moratorium on USDA Single Family Housing Direct and Guaranteed
loans (SFHDLP and SFHGLP) is in effect through March 31. Additionally, the
Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie
Mac (the Enterprises) extended the moratoriums on single-family foreclosures and
real estate owned(REO)evictions until March 31.The foreclosure moratorium applies
to Enterprise-backed, single-family mortgages only. The REO eviction moratorium
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applies to properties that have been acquired by an Enterprise through foreclosure or
deed-in-lieu of foreclosure transactions.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has HUD-approved
Housing Counselors available to discuss options with homeowners having trouble
paying their mortgage. https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/housing/sfh/hcc
Financial Assistance Resources
Locally, the below nonprofit agencies have resources available to assist Denton
households at-risk of losing their housing. Eligibility criteria for available funding
have been outlined in previous Friday Report updates.
• Giving Hope, Inc. — Emergency Solutions Grant CARES Act (ESG-CV)
funding
• Grace Like Rain—ESG-CV funding
• Salvation Army Denton(linked)—ESG-CV funding
• United Way of Denton County, Inc. — Texas Emergency Rental Assistance
Program(TERAP); Texas Eviction Diversion Program(TEDP)
Denton County Commissioners Court continues to finalize program details with the
United Way of Denton County (UWDC) for the $20.3 million of rental and utility
assistance made available to Denton County through the Consolidated Appropriations
Act. UWDC expects to begin the program the week of February 22. Staff will share
more information once received.
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) created the
Texas Rent Relief Program(with funding from the Consolidated Appropriations Act)
to help renters with the following costs starting as far back as March 13, 2020 (this
means renters could potentially request assistance for up to 11 months of past due
bills):
• Past due, current and up to 3 months of expected rent costs
• Past due, current or up to 3 months of expected utility and home energy
expenses
• After the initial 3 months of forward assistance,you can apply for 3 additional
months of assistance if funds are still available
To qualify for the Texas Rent Relief Program, households must:
• Have an income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), as
defined by TDHCA.
• AND One or more of the tenant household members have:
o Qualified for unemployment benefits; OR
o Attest in writing that due to or during the pandemic, they:
■ Experienced a reduction in household income,
■ Incurred significant costs, or
■ Experienced financial hardship
• AND Households must also demonstrate they:
o Are at risk of homelessness or housing instability by providing an
eviction notice or past-due utility or rent notice; OR
o Live in unsafe or unhealthy housing conditions
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• The unit they are renting must be their primary residence and be located within
the State of Texas.
• Any unpaid rent or utility bills they apply for can go no further back than
March 13, 2020.
More information about the Texas Rent Relief Program is available online
(https://texasrentrelief com/)or by phone(1-833-989-7368)between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
CST.
Staff Contact: Courtney Cross, Community Services
D. Southeast Denton Community Meeting on Infrastructure Improvements — A
significant amount of roadway reconstruction in the Southeast Denton Neighborhood
will occur as part of the 2019 Bond Residential Street Reconstruction Program. Staff
is currently coordinating with the project's design firm,Freese and Nichols,to finalize
the scope and design of Southeast Denton street segments included in the Residential
Street Reconstruction Program. Staff plans to take a holistic approach to making
improvements to the Southeast Denton Neighborhood and has identified additional
potential improvements that could be made in conjunction with the planned roadway
construction, such as the addition of sidewalks and streetlights. To obtain feedback
from the community, staff has scheduled a virtual community input session for
Thursday, February 25 at 6:00 p.m. The attached letter was mailed on Thursday,
February 11 to 1,215 residents and property owners. Information about the meeting is
also posted online at www.cityofdenton.com/virtualcommuniiymeeting and to the
neighborhood's NextDoor account. In preparation for the February 25 meeting, staff
developed an online Community Improvement Assessment Survey for residents to
provide feedback on infrastructure priorities. A link to the survey is included in the
attached letter and can be found online at: www.bit.ly/southeastdenton. Additionally,
staff will meet with leadership from the Southeast Denton Neighborhood Association
on February 17 to discuss plans and obtain feedback on how best to structure the
February 25 Community meeting. Residents that are interested in attending the virtual
meeting need to submit an email request with their name, contact number and email
address to Stephanie.Yatesgcityofdenton.com to receive a meeting link. Staff contact:
Stephanie Yates, Public Affairs/Rachel Wood, Capital Projects
E. Improvement to North Lakes Recycle Center—Improvements to the North Lakes Park
were recently completed. Automatic Drop-arm gates were installed at the park
entrance in an attempt to limit site access afterhours and, hopefully, curb the illegal
dumping occurring at the site. Additionally, high definition video cameras with night
vision technology were placed at the North Lakes Recycle Center to monitor site
operations throughout the day. These cameras are capable not only of transmitting in
real time to desktop computers and cell phones, but holding recording for future
evaluation. The resolution of the cameras will allow staff to capture license plate
numbers of site violators with the hope of future prosecution, as appropriate. Staff
Contact—Brian Boerner, Solid Waste
F. Residential Asbestos Surveys — Currently, the City of Denton does not require
asbestos surveys for demolition or remodels of single-family residences. Federal law
and State law under TAC Subchapter 295.34 only require municipalities to review
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asbestos surveys for public or commercial buildings and specifies the building owner
is the party primarily responsible for asbestos compliance. The EPA excluded
residential buildings from asbestos survey/abatement requirements based on a
National Academy of Sciences' Report which stated that single-family residential
structures contain only small amounts of asbestos insulation. Staff believes the
requirement of asbestos surveys for single-family residences would be burdensome to
residents. The national average price of an asbestos survey is around $493, but the
price depends on the area to be surveyed.If remediation is required following a survey,
then this could be thousands of dollars in remediation that could increase the cost of
the demolition by 20 percent or more. In addition,there is limited amounts of asbestos
in single family residences (primarily exterior siding), comparatively, to older
commercial properties. The risk of exposure is also with smaller single family
residences because siding demolition occurs externally to the building. Staff contact:
Charlie Rosendahl, Development Services
G. Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Strategy Online Survey — One week
remains for residents and businesses to provide comments on the City of Denton's
Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Strategy Online Survey. The survey will
run through February 28.
As of February 11, 504 people have provided input and 64 have volunteered to
participate as a member of the community "Focus Group/Think Tank." This
information will serve as a springboard for council and committee consideration,
discussion, and direction. Staff Contact—Brian Boerner, Solid Waste
H. Charah Solutions Completes Acquisition of TMPA's Gibbons Creek Steam Electric
Station—The attached details the closing of the sale of the Gibbons Creek Station by
Charah Solutions. Staff contact: Tony Puente, Utilities
I. Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) FAQs — Although the Small Business
Association(SBA) is not yet accepting applications for the SVOG program, SBA has
provided guidance and FAQs to prepare businesses determine their eligibility, help
them prepare documents and information that will be requested,and provide guidance
on how the funds can be used. The FAQs are attached. Staff contact: Jessica Rogers,
Economic Development
J. Comprehensive Plan Update — City staff recently began the process of updating the
City's Comprehensive Plan. Earlier this month, documents and data were provided to
Matrix Design Group, the consultant assisting in the update, to prepare a Citywide
Assessment Report. This report will be used to assess current conditions and to
establish a baseline for which recommendations will be established. To gain a clearer
understanding of the local issues and expectations for the Comprehensive Plan update,
Matrix will be conducting stakeholder interviews and focus group meetings later this
month. In the next couple of days, staff will be coordinating interviews with
stakeholders, which include City Council members. Matrix will also host the first of
two virtual Community Workshops to educate attendees about what a Comprehensive
Plan is, what it is not, Denton's existing conditions, and to gather input on challenges
and opportunities facing the community. The date and time of the Workshop has not
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yet been determined. Once determined, staff will advertise and promote the event
though multiple public outreach efforts. Staff Contact: Ron Menguita
K. Police Department Complaint Demographics— During the February 1 City Council
meeting, Council Member Armintor requested information on the race, ethnicity, and
gender identity of external and internal complainants to the Denton Police
Department. Please see the attached demographic breakdown of complaints received
in 2020. Staff Contact: Bobby Smith, Police
L. Pre-emergent at Avondale Park — On January 31, Council Member Armintor asked
how often playgrounds need pre-emergent. She also inquired about what organic pre-
emergent the Parks and Recreation Department could use in place of Oxidiazon;
something that is safe for children to play on and doesn't require a warning sign at all.
PARD decided that using Oxadiazon SC at Avondale Park and other parks to be the
most feasible and least toxic way to proceed. Per the IPM, staff considered an organic
treatment first(corn gluten meal). However, that option had many issues. It was cost-
prohibitive, the results would be questionable given the other options available, and
the park would not meet PARDs or citizens' expectations of an attractive, safe park.
It costs around$1,570 to buy the chemicals to treat Avondale Park. The organic option
would cost an estimated$4,300. These costs are for product only and don't reflect the
significantly higher labor and equipment use costs for the organic option. Therefore,
PARD recommended using a non-organic herbicide.
This particular pre-emergent, Oxadiazon SC,is very effective across a broad spectrum
of pest weeds. It also has the lowest signal word, Caution,on the EPA range. This was
determined to be the most cost effective and least toxic choice. The re-entry interval
of Oxadiazon SC is when "sprays have dried" and is not 24 hours. PARD listed 24
hours on the placarding in the parks as an added safety measure. Furthermore, Park
Maintenance broadcast sprays after park hours to reduce the impact on park usage.
PARD did commit during the new IPM process to discontinue using all chemical
products within the playground area, which is anything within the fall zone border.
Each playground within the park system has a fall zone with a concrete perimeter
border to contain the engineered wood fiber mulch.
PARD has been working with Non-Toxic Neighborhoods (NTN)to conduct a second
pilot project at Avondale Park, but COVID-19 delayed the project. Staff is in
communication with NTN to get this pilot project effort started again.
On June 16,2020, City Council approved the Integrated Pest Management Plan(IPM)
implementation.Because IPM programs apply a holistic approach to pest management
decision-making, they take advantage of all appropriate pest management options,
including, but not limited to, pesticides. The citizen IPM panel helped formulate the
program with all of Denton's citizen's and staff s safety in mind. The chemical list
was reviewed and approved by this same panel. Staff contact: Marshall McGee,Parks
and Recreation
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M. Event Approvals— Per Governor Abbott's Executive Order GA-32, any outdoor
gathering of ten people or more, other than those set forth in his order, are prohibited
unless the Mayor approves the gathering, and such approval can be made subject to
certain conditions or restrictions not inconsistent with GA-32.
An online form is available for residents to request mayoral approval for gatherings
prohibited under GA-32 at www.cityofdenton.com/outdooreventrequest.
Proposed approved events are required to provide COVID-19 safety precautions, and
those requirements are included with an approval letter signed by the Mayor.
Approvals are additionally contingent upon the following:
• All individuals must wear a face covering in accordance with GA-29 as
amended,preempted, or superseded;
• The event must be in compliance of all requirements of GA-32 as amended,
preempted, or superseded;
• Sufficient staff or volunteers are available to implement the event's COVID-
19 safety precautions; and
• All individuals should maintain six feet of separation from others outside the
individual's group. A group is defined as no more than ten persons including
the members of the household and those persons who traveled together to the
event.
This quarter, a total of six event requests were submitted to, and approved by, Mayor
Gerard Hudspeth:
• January 18— Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration (MLK Recreation
Center), Approved
• February 7—Private funeral repast(North Lakes Park)
• February 25 —Paranormal Cirque (North Texas Fairgrounds)
• April 10—Walk for Life (South Lakes Park)
• May 1 —Cross Timbers Church Hope Center 5K Run(North Lakes Park)
• May 1 —Quad States Senior Open Pickleball Tournament (Robson Ranch)
Staff contact: Jennifer Eusse, Parks and Recreation
N. Denton Animal Support Foundation Supplies New Dog Beds — The Denton Animal
Support Foundation(DASF) granted Animal Services 87 new Kuranda dog beds. The
Kuranda dog beds are state of the art and elevated off the ground,allowing the animals
to maintain a clean and comfortable living area while at the shelter. DASF generously
supplied enough beds to replace any existing old or broken beds and allow for a new
comfortable bed in every kennel throughout the shelter. Pictured are two dogs, Boyd
and Lil Jay,who are available for adoption and enjoying their new beds. Staff contact:
Julien Peralta, Animal Services
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O. Valentine's Yard Cards—Parks and Recreation was excited to offer a new service for
residents to celebrate Valentine's Day safely this year. In lieu of the annual My Little
Valentine family dance, Parks and Recreation offered residents an opportunity to play
the role of Cupid and send a bit of love to friends and family within city limits.
Deliveries of Valentine's themed yard signs (i.e., yard cards), balloon bouquets, and
chocolates began February 7 and continue through February 14. Pricing varied from
$10415 with optional add-on purchases.
PARD staff began spreading love one week early by making surprise deliveries to
several senior community members. While the Denton Senior Center has been closed
for the pandemic, staff members wanted to share some cheer with residents. The
response from the community has been so gracious and positive. Former
Councilmember Dalton Gregory and his wife Donna were among the recipients of a
surprise yard card and loved it so much that they quickly scheduled deliveries for their
grandchildren.
This new opportunity has proven to be so popular that the department will offer yard
cards for the upcoming Easter holiday. Registration opens in March. PARD hopes to
hop by to more homes this spring! Photos attached. Staff contact:Jennifer Eusse,Parks
and Recreation
III. Ugcomin2 Community Events and Meetings
A. Events
1. Southeast Denton Virtual Community Input Meeting - Thursday,
February 25 at 6:00 p.m.Residents that are interested in attending the virtual
meeting must submit an email request with their name, contact number and
email address to Stephanie.Yates@cityofdenton.com to receive a meeting link.
Residents are encouraged to sign up to attend the virtual meeting at least
24 hours in advance to receive the meeting link.
2. Black History Month Virtual Celebration—Saturday, February 27 hosted
virtually by MLK Jr. Rec Center. The virtual program will focus on the theme
of "The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity," and the
speaker is Mr. T.Mohair. The Denton Parks and Rec Facebook page will show
the program.Please note the date did change from February 13 to February 27.
Staff contact: Cheylon Brown, Parks and Recreation
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IV. Attachments
A. Attachment A—TDHCA Texas and Denton Rent Relief Flyers .........................10
B. Attachment B—Press Release on Gibbons Creek Sale........................................12
C. Attachment C—SE Denton Community Input and Meeting................................15
D. Attachment D—Complaint Demographics 2020.................................................17
E. Attachment E— Shuttered Venue Operators Grants.............................................18
V. Informal Staff Reports
A. 2021-010 Denton Drinking Water Quality...........................................................26
B. 2021-011 Planned Reopening for Library and PARD .........................................28
VI. Council Information
A. Council Requests for Information .......................................................................31
B. Council Calendar .................................................................................................33
C. Draft Agenda for February 16..............................................................................36
D. Future Work Session Items .................................................................................41
E. Street Construction Report ..................................................................................42
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The Texas Rent Relief What costs does the program cover?
The Texas Rent Relief Program can help renters
Program is here to help. with the following costs starting as far back as
March 13, 2020:
COVID-19 has affected Texans across the state.
We have emergency funds available to help ■ Past due,current and up to 3 months
Texas renters pay current and past due rent of expected rent costs
and utility bills. ■ Past due,current and up to 3 months of
expected utility and home energy expenses
Both landlords and tenants can apply— even if ■ After the initial 3 months of forward
the landlord has already sued for eviction in assistance,you can apply for 3 additional
their local court. months of assistance if funds are
still available
Households must have incomes at or below 80%
of the Area Median Income and meet other For Information and to Apply
eligibility requirements. For full details,visit
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_ Providing false,incomplete,or inaccurate information on application forms or seeking assistance for months in which assistance has been or
_ will be provided,may result in up to 5 years of imprisonment and for each occurrence a fine of up to$10,000.1 Other program limitations and
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ARE I DANGER OF EVICTIFOR NONPAYMENT OF R
You may be eligible for rental and/or
assistance from one o listed below.
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IPINHPPE4, 1C.
Online: www.hopeincdenton.com/get-help
Phone: (940) 382-0609
In-Person: By appointment from 9 to 11 a.m., Monday - Friday.
Call (940) 382-0609 to schedule an appointment.
Service Area: All of Denton County.
GRACE LIKE RAIN
Online: www.gracelikerainministries.org/need-help
Phone: Applications not accepted by phone.
In-Person: By appointment from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Email melmore@glrtx.org to schedule an appointment.
Service Area: All of Denton County. Only serves families with dependents.
SALVATION ARMY DENTON
Online: www.ntx.sahelp.org
Phone: (940) 566-3800.Apply by from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday - Friday.
In-Person: By appointment from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Call (940) 566-3800 to schedule an appointment.
Service Area: All of Denton County.
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY ACTION
Online: www.ccahelps.org/gethelp CITY
Phone: (972) 219-4305.Applications not accepted by phone. �ET�TTO�T
Call for assistance with your online application. l� 1 l�
In-Person: By appointment from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Call (972) 219-4305 to schedule an appointment.
Service Area: Argyle ISD, Coppell ISD, Carrollton Farmer's Branch ISD (Denton County Portion),
Frisco ISD, Lake Dallas ISD, Lewisville ISD, Little Elm ISD, and Northwest ISD.
NOTE: If you are in need of utility assistance only, you may also contact Interfaith Ministries of Denton
at (940) 565-5479 or online at www.ifmdenton.org/i-need-help.
speedCollecting the documents below before you are screened
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION for assistance may help up the application process:
For Rental Assistance: Full copy of your lease AND resident ledger. Application does not guarantee assistance.
For •• of • bill.
CharahT
Solutions
Charah Solutions Completes Acquisition of TMPA's Gibbons Creek Steam Electric
Station and Reservoir for Remediation and Redevelopment of Property
Will Provide Turnkey Environmental Risk Transfer Services to Demolish Existing Power Plant, Remediate
Existing Ash Ponds and Landfills and Redevelop Property
LOUISVILLE, KY (February 11, 2021)—Charah°Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: CHRA) (the "Company"), a
leading provider of environmental services and byproduct sales to the power generation industry, today
announced that it has completed its acquisition of the Texas Municipal Power Agency's (TMPA) Gibbons
Creek Steam Electric Station and Reservoir in Grimes County, Texas ("Gibbons Creek") and will begin
remediation and redevelopment of the property. TMPA, which was created to supply electricity on a
wholesale basis to its member cities of Bryan, Denton, Garland and Greenville, operated Gibbons Creek
from its construction in 1982 until 2018. The transaction was approved by the TMPA board and four
member cities in a series of board meetings and city council meetings held throughout January.
As part of this agreement, Charah Solutions, through its subsidiary Gibbons Creek Environmental
Redevelopment Group, LLC (GCERG), now owns the 6,166 acre area which includes the closed power
station, the 3,500 acre reservoir, dam and spillway. GCERG will be responsible for the shutdown and
decommissioning of the coal power plant as well as performing all environmental remediation work for the
site landfills and ash ponds.
GCERG plans to redevelop the property in an environmentally conscious manner that will expand
economic activity and benefit the surrounding communities through job creation, promotion of industry,
support of the tax base, as well as restoring the property to a state that will enable it to be put to its best
potential use. The existing power plant will be demolished and potential redevelopment uses for the
property include solar, battery, and energy storage options which utilize the existing transmission system,
maximization of the reservoir's potential, re-use of the vast rail system, and other industrial uses. GCERG
will also work with TCEQ to complete all environmental remediation required for the property and then will
redevelop the remediated property within all zoning restrictions. The redevelopment of the property is
expected to be completed within 36 months. It is planned that the Gibbons Creek Reservoir RV Park and
campground will continue to operate.
As a sustainability leader in utility services for over 30 years, Charah Solutions is dedicated to preserving
natural resources in an environmentally conscious manner through projects such as this with TMPA.
Sustainability is a Charah Solutions core value, and the Company focuses its business on developing
innovative solutions to complex environmental issues for the betterment of the planet, the communities in
which it operates and its customers.
According to Scott Sewell, Charah Solutions President and CEO, "Our Environmental Risk Transfer
services represent an innovative solution designed to meet the evolving and increasingly complex needs
of our utility partners. Many utilities are experiencing an increased need to retire and decommission older
or less economically viable generating assets while minimizing costs and maximizing the value of the
assets and improving the environment. This is a perfect example of Charah Solutions providing a custom
approach for these complex projects, as we are able to provide not only the environmental remediation
expertise needed to meet regulations but redevelop the property while creating local jobs and lowering
the cost for our utility partner. By matching the right potential buyers to the right assets, we plan to
achieve the greatest possible outcome for the property and the surrounding communities."
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"GCERG has been working with TMPA for many months on this purchase and they have investigated
many possibilities for the property's future to maximize the value of the assets and improve the
environment as well as contribute to the surrounding communities and the local economy," said Bob
Kahn, TMPA General Manager. "We are pleased to work with Charah Solutions to reduce the
environmental risk and costs for TMPA and its member cities and ratepayers while redeveloping the plant
and property to expand economic activity and support the tax base, including the Grimes County
Schools."
About Charah Solutions, Inc.
With 30 years of experience, Charah°Solutions, Inc. is a leading provider of environmental services and
byproduct sales to the power generation industry. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Charah Solutions assists
utilities to sustainably manage and recycle ash byproducts generated from the combustion of coal in the
production of electricity. The Company also designs and implements solutions for ash pond management
and closure, landfill construction, fly ash sales, and structural fill projects. Charah Solutions is the partner
of choice for solving customers' most complex environmental challenges, and as an industry leader in
quality, safety, and compliance, the Company is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions for a
cleaner energy future. For more information, please visit www.charah.com.
About Texas Municipal Power Agency
Texas Municipal Power Agency(TMPA) is a municipally owned utility created by its member cities of
Bryan, Denton, Garland and Greenville, Texas. In addition to Gibbons Creek, TMPA owns a lignite mine
that is undergoing reclamation, and owns approximately 350 circuit miles of transmission lines (both 345
kV and 138 kV), 1 mile of 69kV transmission line, and 13 substations. For more information, please visit
http://www.texasmpa.org.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the
Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21 E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than
statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events or
developments that the Company expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are
forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are identified by their use of terms and
phrases such as "may," "expect," "estimate," "project," "plan," "believe," "intend," "achievable," "anticipate,"
"will," "continue," "potential," "should,""could," and similar terms and phrases. These statements are
based on certain assumptions made by the Company based on management's experience and
perception of historical trends, current conditions, anticipated future developments, and other factors
believed to be appropriate. Such statements are subject to a number of assumptions, risks, and
uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, which may cause actual results to
differ materially from those implied or expressed by the forward-looking statements. See the Company's
Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 and other periodic reports as filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission for further information regarding risk factors.
Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and the
Company undertakes no obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statement, whether as a
result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
Investor Contact
Roger Shannon
Charah Solutions
(502) 245-1353
ir(cDcharah.com
Media Contacts
Keaton Price
Charah Solutions
(502) 593-4692
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Bob Kahn
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Capital Projects/Engineering Department
215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • 940-349-8910
DENTON
February 10, 2021
RE: Share Your Feedback on Street Improvements in Your Neighborhood and Notice of
Virtual Community Meeting Thursday, Feb. 25 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Dear Resident or Property Owner:
We are contacting you to inform you of community input opportunities regarding infrastructure
improvements and a virtual community meeting for a planned street reconstruction project in your
area.
The City of Denton 2019 Bond Program, approved by voters in November 2019,provides funding
for the design and reconstruction of aging street infrastructure throughout the City. A significant
portion of the streets included in this program are located in or around your neighborhood(a map
will be provided as part of the community meeting on Thursday, Feb. 25). Before the street segments
are designed and scheduled for construction, City staff would like to receive community input on key
priorities and potential additional improvements to be considered in addition to roadway
reconstruction.
How to share your input on community improvements?
To provide effective and sustainable community improvements,the City needs your input. Residents
and property owners are encouraged to complete the Community Improvement Assessment Survey
online at www.bit.ly/southeastdenton. If you are unable to complete the survey online, you may call
Deputy Director of Capital Projects, Rachel Wood at 940.349.7718 to verbally respond to the survey.
Online and call-in survey responses must be submitted no later than Monday,Feb. 22 by 5 p.m.
This survey will outline the infrastructure priorities of the residents in the area. All survey responses
will be carefully considered. A completed survey does not guarantee that all potential improvements
will be implemented. Infrastructure improvements, in addition to the street reconstruction as outlined
in the 2019 Bond Program, will be dependent on funding, constructability, among other
considerations.
How to attend the Southeast Denton Virtual Community Meeting?
The City will host the virtual community meeting on Thursday,Feb. 25 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. to
provide residents and property owners the opportunity to:
• Overview the responses received from the Community Improvement Assessment survey;
• Share input with City staff on key priorities for infrastructure and street reconstruction in
Southeast Denton;
• Receive information on available City resources for neighborhood and community
improvements;
• Receive an update on the construction timeline for the 2019 Bond Street Rehabilitation
Program Capital Improvement Project; and
• Address additional concerns from community members.
Staff from the City of Denton will be available to discuss the project and answer questions from
those participating in the virtual meeting. The meeting will be hosted online using a remote format
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Capital Projects/Engineering Department
F` 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 • 940-349-8910
DENTON
through the video-conferencing interface Zoom. Instructions on how to attend and participate in the
virtual meeting is listed below. For more details on virtual community meetings,visit
www.cityofdenton.com/virtualcommunitymeeting.
Virtual Community Meeting Information:
Date/Time: 6:00 P.M. on Thursday,Feb. 25, 2021
How to attend: Residents that are interested in attending the virtual meeting
must submit an email request with their name, contact
number and email address
Stephanie.Yates@cityofdenton.com to receive a meeting
link. Residents are encouraged to sign up to attend the
virtual meeting at least 24 hours in advance to receive the
meeting link.
Special accommodations: The City will provide select accommodations, such as sign
language interpreters for the hearing impaired, if requested
at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. Please
email Stephanie.Yates@cityofdenton.com so
accommodation requests can be reviewed and processed.
Additional input opportunities: Contact Rachel Wood using the contact information below,
if you are unable to attend the virtual community meeting
and would like to submit a question or share your feedback
with the City.
City of Denton Contact Information:
Residents are welcome to contact City staff with any questions or concerns regarding the 2019 Street
Rehabilitation Program Project, or the scheduled virtual community meeting.
For questions relating to the 2019 Capital Projects/Engineering Department
Street Rehabilitation Program Rachel Wood,Deputy Director of Capital Projects
Project: Rachel.Wood@cityofdenton.com
940-349-7718
To receive a meeting link to attend Public Affairs and Customer Service
the virtual meeting, and request Stephanie Yates, Engagement Coordinator
special accommodations: Stephanie.Yates@Cityofdenton.com
940-349-8116
Visit www.cityofdenton.com/2019bond for more information on the 2019 Bond Program.
DENTIN
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External and Internal Police Complaints
January-December 2020
Please note: Since the Feb. 1 Council presentation,the remaining data from 2020 has reconciled and
changed the number of external and internal complaints from 43 to 46 and 45 to 49, respectively.
External Complaints:
Race/Ethnicity Female Male Gender Unknown Total
Black 3 6 0 9
Hispanic 5 2 0 7
White 10 8 0 18
Native American 1 0 0 1
Two or More Races 1 0 0 1
Unknown Race 1 5 1 2 1 3 1 10
Total 25 18 3 46
Internal Complaints:
Most internal complaints (32 of 49)relate to a supervisor complaint of employee failure to adhere to work
performance standards that do not directly involve a citizen or other employee. For example,the
employee misses an assignment or completes a substandard work product thereby causing a supervisor
complaint. In these cases,the race, ethnicity, and gender of each supervisor making the complaint are
irrelevant, so these 32 complaints are not included in the data below.
In 6 of the 49 complaints,the supervisor,through the internal review process, initiates a complaint on
behalf of a citizen. The race, ethnicity, and gender of each citizen are provided here:
Race/Ethnicity Female Male Gender Unknown Total
Black 0 2 0 2
Hispanic 0 0 0 0
White 0 3 0 3
Native American 0 0 0 0
Two or More Races 0 0 0 0
Unknown Race 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1
Total 0 6 0 6
In 11 of 49 complaints, a Police or Public Safety Communications employee complains of mistreatment
by another employee. Examples include discourtesy and harassment. Information related to the
complainant's race/ethnicity and gender is provided:
Race/Ethnicity Female Male Gender Unknown Total
Black 2 0 0 2
Hispanic 1 0 0 1
White 5 3 0 8
Native American 0 0 0 0
Two or More Races 0 0 0 0
Unknown Race 0 0 0 0
Total 8 3 0 11
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SBAU.S. Small Business Shuttered Venue Operators Grants
Administration Fre uenfl Asked Questions Feb. 5 2021
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The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant(SVOG) program is Section 324 of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit
Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act(Economic Aid Act)signed into law on Dec.27,2020.
Following are answers as of Feb.5,2021,to frequently asked questions about the program.These will be
updated as new information comes available and additional program details are finalized.
Contents
Eligibility.........................................................................................................................................................1
AllApplicants .............................................................................................................................................1
Museum or Movie Theatre Operator.........................................................................................................3
Live Venue Operator or Promoter.............................................................................................................3
Definitions......................................................................................................................................................4
Application.....................................................................................................................................................5
Useof Funds...................................................................................................................................................6
BusinessSize/Employees..............................................................................................................................6
Revenue..........................................................................................................................................................7
Subsidiaries....................................................................................................................................................8
Eligibility
All Applicants
1. What is an"eligible entity"for an SVOG?
Eligible entities may be live venue operators or promoters,theatrical producers, live performing arts
organization operators, museum operators, motion picture theatre operators,and talent
representatives, per the Economic Aid Act.Additionally,entities of these types owned by state or
local governments (for example, museums or historic homes) are eligible to apply if the
governmentally-owned entity also acts solely as a venue operator, museum,etc. and not also include
other types of entities. For example,a city parks and recreation department that operated a
bandstand in a public square along with running various nature parks would not qualify as an eligible
entity for an SVOG. Finally,each subsidiary business owned by an eligible entity that also meets the
eligibility requirements on its own rights will qualify as an eligible entity.
2. When does a business have to have been established to be eligible to apply for an SVOG?
The business must have been in operation as of February 29,2020.
3. Is an entity not in business in 2019 but conducting business operations on Feb.29,2020 eligible
to apply for an SVOG?
Yes, if an entity was not in business during 2019 but was conducting business operations on Feb.29,
2020,including incurring costs of necessary start-up, preparatory activities in the lead time before an
anticipated opening date, it is eligible to apply if it can show the required earned revenue loss. In
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situations like this,the SBA will use an alternative method for demonstrating revenue loss based on
the approach the Agency is using with the PPP. Firms not in operation in 2019 may qualify for an
SVOG if their gross earned revenues for the second,third,or fourth quarter of 2020 demonstrate a
reduction of not less than 25%from their gross earned revenue for the first quarter of 2020. For firms
that had commenced start-up operations but were unable to open as anticipated due to the
pandemic,they would only be eligible under this alternate method if they had earned revenue in the
first quarter of 2020 from sources such as advance ticket sales, merchandising,etc. Firms which had
been conducting business operations and incurring expenses in 2020 in a pre-opening capacity but
which had no earned revenue for the first quarter of 2020 would not be eligible to apply.
4. Is an entity that applied for and received a Paycheck Protection Program loan in July 2020
eligible to apply for an SVOG?
Yes, if an entity applied and was approved for a PPP loan prior to Dec.27,2020, it is eligible to apply
for an SVOG.
5. Is an entity that applied for a First Draw or Second Draw PPP loan on or after Dec.27,2020,
eligible to apply for an SVOG?
No. Both examples would not be eligible to apply for an SVOG unless and until the PPP loan
application (whether First Draw or Second Draw) is declined.
6. Can an entity apply for a PPP loan now and decide later on the loan if it did not receive an
SVOG?At what stage is a PPP loan considered"received"?
No. Per the Economic Aid Act,as well as how the PPP loan system operates,entities cannot apply for
a PPP loan and SVOG at the same time. Entities must make an informed business decision as to which
program will most benefit them and apply accordingly. If an applicant is rejected by one program,it
will then be eligible to apply for the other.
7. Is a mobile entity with no fixed performance space eligible to apply?
No.Among other requirements,the Economic Aid Act requires a venue to have defined performance
and audience spaces. If a particular venue,such as a circus,fair or entertainment business that
provides talent at weddings/parties,cannot meet this requirement, it is not eligible to apply for an
SVOG.
8. What disqualifies an entity from SVOG eligibility?
The following types of circumstances would preclude an otherwise eligible firm from an SVOG:
• It does not have a place of business located in the United States,does not operate primarily
within the U.S.,and does not make a significant contribution to the U.S.economy through
payment of taxes or use of American products, materials or labor.
• It was not in operation as of Feb.29,2020.
• It applied and/or received for a PPP loan on or after Dec.27,2020.
• It is a publicly traded corporation,or is majority owned and controlled by a publicly traded
corporation.
• It presents live performances or sells products or services of a prurient sexual nature.
• More than 10%of its 2019 gross revenue came from the federal government(not counting
disaster assistance)
• It owns or operates venues,theatres, museums or talent agencies in more than one country,
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owns or operates venues,theatres, museums or talent agencies in more than ten states,AND it
had more than 500 employees as of Feb.29,2020.
Museum or Movie Theatre Operator
1. Is a museum or movie theatre with a multipurpose room with movable seating eligible to apply?
No.The Economic Aid Act specifically requires fixed seating for qualifying amphitheaters of museums
and motion picture theatre operators and makes no allowance for temporary, removable, modular,
convertible,or other non-fixed seating arrangements.As such, museums and motion picture theatre
operators cannot satisfy this requirement with other forms of seating. NOTE:There is no fixed seating
requirement for other types of eligible entities.
2. Is a museum or movie theatre with outdoor fixed seating eligible to apply?
Yes.The Economic Aid Act does not require qualifying venues to be indoors. If the venue meets the
applicable eligibility requirements,it should be eligible to apply for an SVOG.
3. Is a museum partially funded with state dollars eligible to apply?
Yes.While there are specific eligibility rules for entities owned by state or local governments,the
receipt of funding from a state government does not affect its eligibility.
4. Is a museum that received CARES Act funding eligible to apply?
Yes. Per the Economic Aid Act, receipt of CARES Act funding does not disqualify an entity for SVOGs.
5. Is a drive-in movie theatre without fixed seating eligible to apply?
No. Per the Economic Aid Act,a motion picture theatre operator must have at least one auditorium
with a motion picture screen and fixed audience seating,so a drive-in movie theatre is not eligible to
apply for an SVOG.
Live Venue Operator or Promoter
1. Is a wedding/event venue eligible to apply?
It is not likely. Per the Economic Aid Act and specific eligibility criteria applying to Live Venue
Operators, it appears wedding venue operators would likely fail to meet multiple requirements (for
example:sale of tickets, promotion of events to the public,defined audience and performing space,
lighting rig,sound mixing equipment,employment of sound engineers,stage managers box office
managers,etc.).
2. Is a sports stadium or venue used for concerts and other live,non-sport performances eligible
to apply?
It is not likely.While sports are not a form of performing art, if the operator of a sports stadium or
similar athletic arena can meet the statutory definition of an eligible entity under the Economic Aid
Act, including the requirement that its principal business activity must be the organization,
promotion, management,or hosting of live concerts,comedy shows,theatrical productions or other
events by performing artists, it should be eligible to apply for an SVOG.
3. Is a restaurant that features live music eligible to apply?
No, if the principal line of business is restaurant operation rather than live venue operation,the
business would not be eligible to apply.
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4. Is a dinner theatre eligible to apply?
It is possible.A dinner theatre could qualify if its principal business activity is the organization,
promotion, management,or hosting of live concerts,comedy shows,theatrical productions or other
events by performing artists, rather than restaurant operations,and meets all other applicable
eligibility criteria.
5. Is a performing arts center owned and operated by a government,state college(as a college
department)eligible to apply?
Yes.State,county,and municipal government-owned entities, including colleges, may be eligible to
apply for an SVOG.
6. Is a company that uses 1099 (independent contractor)workers/talent(vs.W2)eligible to apply?
Yes. Per the Economic Aid Act, payments made to independent contractors as reported on an entity's
Form-1099 are an allowable use of grant funds.As such,an entity that used independent contractors
would be eligible to apply for an SVOG.
7. We hire a lot of independent contractors for our events;as a subsidiary service provider for or at
live venues and events,does this fit the talent placement eligibility?
No,this does not fit the definition of a subsidiary, but rather defines a secondary service provider.
The SBA does not believe a secondary service provider supplying support to qualifying venues meets
any eligible entity definition.
8. Is a theatrical production management business with revenue generated by the production
management eligible to apply(under the talent representative definition)?
It is possible.A theatrical producer may be eligible to apply for an SVOG even if less than 70%of its
revenue came from cover charges or ticket sales. Under the Economic Aid Act, it also may be eligible
to apply if,as its principal business activity, it has production tickets available for public purchase an
average of not less than 60 days before the performance date.
9. Is a talent agency that books actors at live venues,but does not operate a live venue,eligible to
apply?
It is possible.A talent agency may be eligible to apply if 70%of its operations is managing, booking or
representing performers who appear primarily at live venues. If it is less than 70%, it is not eligible to
apply for an SVOG.
Definitions
1. How is"principal business activity" being defined?
The SBA is drawing from its years of experience in ascertaining a firm's primary industry under the
SBA size regulations(13 C.F.R.§ 121.107)to define"principal business activity."To determine a given
firm's principal business activity,the SBA will consider the distribution of an entity's receipts,
employees and costs of doing business among the different lines of business activity in which its
business operations occurred for the most recently completed fiscal year.The SBA may also consider
other factors,such as the distribution of patents,contract awards,and assets,as appropriate.
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2. How is"majority owned or controlled" being defined?
Across its various programs,the SBA defines majority ownership and control to mean that at least
51%of the ownership interests in an entity(regardless of its legal structure) are held by a single
individual or entity.
3. How is"fixed seating" being defined as a requirement for museums and movie theatre
operators?
Fixed seating is seating permanently fixed to the floor or ground, per the Economic Aid Act.
4. How is"regular programming" being defined?
While it may vary depending on the circumstances,generally the SBA is defining regular
programming to mean programming provided on an ongoing and near-continuous basis of an
average of at least four times a month over the course of a year in its qualifying theatre, lecture hall,
or similar venue.
5. How are"cover charges" being defined?
The SBA defines"cover charges"to encompass front door entrance fees,food or beverage
minimums,or other similar charges required to gain admission to a venue,whether collected via
ticket sales,addition to a tab,or direct payment.
Application
1. What can an entity do to get ready to apply?
As the SBA works on building the application platform, it would be in your best interest to register for
a DUNS number so you can then register in the System for Award Management(SAM.gov).Also,
gather documents that demonstrate your number of employees and monthly revenues so you can
calculate the average number of qualifying employees you had over the prior 12 months. Lastly,
determine the extent of gross earned revenue loss you experienced between 2019 and 2020.This and
additional information such as floor plans,contract copies and other evidence will be needed to
apply for an SVOG.
2. Must applicants register in the System for Award Management(SAM.gov)or can they use other
identifiers like ITINs or EINs to apply for an SVOG?
SVOG applicants need to register with the federal government's SAM at www.SAM.gov to apply and
cannot use an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, Employer Identification Number,or other
means of identification or registration. Interested parties are encouraged to obtain a Dun and
Bradstreet(DUNS) number(a prerequisite for SAM registration) as soon as possible.With a DUNS
number,interested parties then should immediately begin registering in SAM.gov,as the SAM
registration may take up to two weeks once submitted.
3. When will SVOG applications open?
The SBA is working expeditiously to open SVOG applications and encourages you to stay up to date
by frequently visiting www.sba.gov/coronavirusrelief for information.
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Use of Funds
1. Can SVOG funds be used to refund customers still holding tickets for cancelled performances?
Yes, it appears this type of cost would qualify under the Economic Aid Act as a necessary and ordinary
business expense.As such, it should be an allowable use of grant funds to make refund payments to
patrons for cancelled shows.
2. Can SVOG funds be used to reimburse an owner who loaned the business money to keep
employees paid and operating expenses paid?
Yes, if the loan was incurred before Feb. 15,2020 and made on commercially reasonable terms and
formally documented as a standard,ordinary debt instrument then payments made under that loan
would seem to be an allowable expense of grant funds.
Business Size/Employees
1. How should an entity determine its employee count?
For employee count,the SBA is drawing on the Economic Aid Act's specific provisions re:the
calculation of employees and decades of agency experience in counting employees under the SBA
size regulations (13 C.F.R.§121.106). Employees that work at least 30 hours per week are considered
full-time. Employees that work between 10-29 hours per week are considered one-half of a full-time
employee. Employees that work less than 10 hours per week are not considered an employee. Once
the qualifying employees are determined,an entity must then calculate the average number of
employees it had over the prior year by adding up the number of qualifying employees in each
individual pay period and dividing that amount by the number of pay periods in that year.
For example,assume a firm paid its employees monthly and had the following number of qualifying
employees each pay period:
Jan -7.5 full-time employees Jul-10 full-time employees
Feb-6 full-time employees Aug- 10 full-time employees
Mar-9.5 full-time employees Sep-7 full-time employees
Apr-8 full-time employees Oct-8.5 full-time employees
May-9.5 full-time employees Nov-7 full-time employees
Jun -8.5 full-time employees Dec-6 full-time employees
The sum of the firm's full-time employees is 97.5.The firm would then divide 97.5 by 12 (the number
of pay periods)to determine its average number of full-time employees was eight.
2. Which priority or phase is number of employees considered?
There is no priority based on number of employees in the application process. Per the Economic Aid
Act,the$2 billion small employer set-aside for those with 50 employees or less is a separate aspect of
the awarding process from the priority periods.
3. Are institutions of more than 500 employees eligible to apply for an SVOG if they meet other
eligibility criteria?
Yes, if they do not operate in either more than 10 states or another country.
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Revenue
1. How are"earned revenue"and "gross earned revenue"being defined by the SBA?
As required by the Economic Aid Act,the SBA is defining earned revenue and gross earned revenue
(the two terms in the law) in accordance with common principals of the accrual method of
accounting. Using this,only monies organizations receive from the sale of goods or services are
counted as earned revenue.This commonly accepted definition of earned revenue does not include
other sources of funds that an organization may receive,such as donations,sponsorships,
governmental assistance,or returns on investments. Gross earned revenue is the total of earned
revenue from various sales of goods or services,such as admission tickets, merchandise,food and
beverages,advertising sales and contracted presentation income.
2. Are donations/contributions included in gross earned revenue?
Only earned revenue should be included in calculations of gross earned revenue. Unearned revenue,
including donations and other gratuitous contributions,such as foundation grants,corporate
sponsorships and individual gifts,should not be included.
3. Are fundraising event receipts considered gross earned revenue?
In dealing with fundraising events,the SBA will follow the same general principles applied to tax
deductions for donations to charities.This means that the portion of the amount an individual pays
in connection with a fundraising event which represents the estimated value of the good or service
they receive in exchange must be included in gross earned revenue. However,that portion of the
amount such an individual pays that exceeds the estimated value of the good or service they receive
will be considered a donation and is not included in gross earned revenue.
For example, if a ticket to a fundraising dinner costs$100 per person and the estimated value of the
dinner provided is$50,then $50 of the funds generated from the fundraising ticket would be
considered gross earned revenue and the other$50 would be considered a donation and would be
excluded from gross earned revenue.
4. Does a non-profit count contributions and grants revenue?
No. Both contributions and grants revenue would be excluded from an organization's earned
revenue. However,the SBA will take into account an organization's Federal grants revenue to
determine whether it meets the eligibility limit of having no more than 10%of its gross revenue from
Federal sources, not including disaster assistance.
S. Does a non-profit count membership revenue?
Yes and no; like fundraising,the portion of membership cost that represents the estimated value of
the goods or services provided as a condition of membership should be included in gross earned
revenue.The portion of a membership cost that exceeds the estimated value of the goods or services
provided as a condition of membership is considered a contribution and excluded from gross earned
revenue.
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6. Our business provides talent representation and financial services for athletes and
entertainers. For the SVOG would we use our total revenue for the grant amount or just the
portion of our sales from talent representation services?
You would use your gross earned revenue from all sources, but you would also need to satisfy the
requirement that your principal line of business is talent representation versus financial services.
7. What is included in the 10%maximum for federal grants/funding?
The 10%maximum for federal grants/funding covers everything regardless of the use of the
grant/funding except disaster assistance.
8. Is rental income from tenants and income from renting the venue for private events counted as
earned revenue?
Yes, rental income from longer-term tenants and from short-term rentals for event hosting should be
included in earned revenue because they derive from standard commercial transactions for the paid
use of facilities.
Subsidiaries
.1. For entities with subsidiaries,does each entity need to meet the eligibility criteria
independently?
No. For entities with multiple subsidiaries,the parent entity must meet the eligibility criteria, but
each subsidiary does need to meet the criteria independently. If a subsidiary wants to apply for its
own SVOG in its own name, it must meet the eligibility requirements. Each entity is looked at
independently if it's a separate legal entity under a parent organization and each location would
need to meet its individual requirements to be eligible to apply. Per the Economic Aid Act,subsidiary
entities that qualify for an SVOG will not be treated as affiliates of their parent entity or one another.
2. How are shared expenses across affiliated organizations treated?
Assuming an entity with subsidiaries (parent)shares costs with its subsidiaries,the parent's shared
costs(or allocated costs to subsidiaries) remain as such,and the parent should keep records to show
that all expenses claimed under the grant served grant purposes. If a subsidiary is eligible to apply for
and applies for its own grant,only the portion of the shared cost that the subsidiary pays can be paid
for by the SVOG should it be received.
3. Are there limits on the number of affiliates that can receive an SVOG or the total between them?
Yes, a maximum of five business entities related via affiliation (for example,one parent firm and four
subsidiaries) can receive an SVOG. In addition,an eligible museum,and all other museums it
operates as subsidiaries may receive no more than $10 million combined underthe program.
4. Is there any SBA guidance or information on affiliation I can use to help me understand these
affiliation issues?
Yes,the SBA has a general guide to business affiliation principles that may clarify this.The guide can
be found at https://www.sba.gov/document/support-affiliation-guide-size-standards.
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Date: February 12,2021 Report No. 2021-0 10
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Denton Drinking Water Quality
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On February 4, 2021, a post on social media contained a link to the EGW's Tap Water Database
was noticed by a City employee. The EGW Database suggests that the City of Denton's tap water
contains chemical constituents that are above EGW's recommended levels.
The chemical constituents referenced are, for the most part, chemical byproducts associated with
the disinfection processes used at the City's water production facilities. These processes are used
on a world-wide basis to ensure that pathogenic organisms are inactivated, and the water is safe
for human consumption.
DISCUSSION:
A recent post on social media discussing the EGW Tap Water Database was noticed by a City
employee on February 4, 2021. The post shares a link to the EGW Tap Water Database which
suggests that the City of Denton's tap water may have certain chemical constituents that are above
the benchmarks set by EGW. It should be noted that the regulated chemical constituents and their
levels in the City's tap water are considerably lower than the standards set by Federal Regulations
and are deemed safe for human consumption. While the discussion on the post has not taken any
negative tone, the City's Water Utility Department is taking this opportunity to provide
information on this topic.
The EWG Database indicates that 11 of 31 total chemical constituents exceed the Health
Guidelines that are arbitrarily set by EWG. A review of the 11 chemical constituents revealed that
one contaminant mentioned, Nitrate, is the end product of nitrogen fertilizers being used in the
watershed while the other 10 contaminants are disinfection byproducts (DBPs) created as a result
of using regulatory mandated disinfectants to inactivate pathogens (organisms that can cause
illness) that could be present in the source water. Of the 10 DBPs, bromate, is created when water
that naturally contains bromide is disinfected with ozone. Ozone is a very strong oxidant which
both City of Denton water production plants use as a primary disinfectant. Two of the chemical
constituents mentioned, total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) and haloacetic acids (HAAs) are totals of
the seven remaining chemical constituents created during secondary chlorine disinfection when
chlorine reacts with naturally occurring organic matter in the source water:
• TTHMs:
o Bromochloromethane
o Bromoform
o Chloroform
o Dibromochloromethane
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• HAAs:
o Bromochloroacetic Acid
o Dibromoacetic Acid
o Dichloroacetic Acid
The following graph shows the 5-year average data for the chemical constituents discussed and
com ares them against the current State-mandated limits:
80 5 Year Average vs TCEQ Regulation
70 TCEQ Regulatory Limit(RL) 5 Year Average
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Bromate HAAs Nitrate (mg/L) TTHMs
Chemical Constituents
It is worth noting that the City of Denton and much of North Texas rely solely on surface water
for their drinking water supply. Surface water sources contain naturally occurring organic matter
from animals, plants and other sources that will oxidize and turn into the compounds mentioned
above. The City of Denton's water treatment processes are regulated and approved by the TCEQ
and are designed to remove organic matter and consequently minimize the DBP precursors.
However, it is nearly impossible to remove all of it, especially in such a large quantity treatment
operation. The portion that is not removed, will react during the disinfection process to create
DBPs. Similar disinfection processes are used in nearly every water production plant around the
world to ensure safe drinking water.
The City of Denton's water quality is tested on a daily basis to ensure it is compliant with all State
and Federal regulations and the risks, if any, posed by these chemical constituents are vastly
outweighed by the health benefits associated with a properly disinfected water supply.
STAFF CONTACT:
Hector Ortiz— Superintendent of Water Production
Hector.Ortiz(kcityo fdenton.com
(940) 349-7526
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Date: February 12,2021 Report No. 2021-011
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Denton Public Library & Parks and Recreation Phased Openings Resuming
in May
BACKGROUND:
After consulting with City leadership and Denton County, the Parks and Recreation Department
and the Library Department both decided to postpone opening additional facilities until May 1,
when COVID-19 cases should be significantly lower and higher numbers of community members
have immunity through vaccination availability. Staff will continue to maintain current programs
and facility openings while expanding outdoor programming.
Parks and Recreation staff had previously presented a tentative date of March 1 for the next phased
reopening of programs and facilities. Denton Public Library is currently in Phase 2 of their phased
reopening plan.
DISCUSSION:
Denton Public Library
Denton Public Library has been following a phased COVID-19 reopening plan. The Library is
currently providing services identified in Phase 2: Critical Core Services of the reopening plan.
The Library moved to Phase 3: Adjusted Core Services in Fall 2020 at two locations but moved
back to Phase 2 at all library locations in late November 2020.
Currently the Library is in 2021-Phase 2: Critical Core Services, which includes the following:
• Contactless curbside hold pickup Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Public computer or laptop internet station appointments (up to two hours per day)
• Copy and fax service appointments
• 3D printing requests and pick-up
• Interlibrary Loan services
• Virtual classes & events
• Virtual, phone, and e-mail assistance
• Curbside pickup of 2020 Summer Reading Challenge materials upon request —:Vew!
• Homebound services to senior living centers-Newly reinstated!
• Evening curbside hold pickup hours—Coming Soon!
• Appointments for 30-minute Grab & Go browsing and self-serve check out—Coming
Soon!
Starting May 2021, the Library plans to return to Phase 3. In Phase 3: Adjusted Core Services,
the Library will offer the following services:
• Walk-in 30-minute Grab & Go browsing and self-serve checkout
• Walk-in access to library computers or laptop internet workstation tables with time limits
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• North Branch drive-up hold pick-up. Curbside hold pick-up at Emily Fowler Central
Library and South Branch ceases.
• Limited quick-answer reference and computer assistance with social distancing
• Addition of small-scale in-person programming in addition to virtual classes and events
• 3D printing requests and pick-up
• Interlibrary Loan services
• Some furniture, rooms, or areas may remain unavailable in compliance with safety
guidelines
• A gradual expansion of library service hours
Recreation Centers
North Lakes Recreation Center reopened in June 2020, and MLK Jr. Recreation Center opened
in September 2020. Both centers will remain open with modified hours and programs. Beginning
March 1, staff will expand outdoor programing. Denia Recreation Center and Denton Senior
Center remain closed,with a tentative opening date of May 1. Summer camp and facility rentals
are also projected to begin in May.
Aquatics
Since the start of the school year in August, the Denton Natatorium has hosted the DISD high
school swimming program. The aquatics program resumed lap swimming, water walking, scuba,
and water therapy programs in October 2020. The aquatics program offerings will expand in
May to include lap swimming, private swimming, and limited admission for public swimming.
Summer programming should resume regular leisure opportunities at the Natatorium and Civic
Center Pool. The sprayground at Carl Young Sr. Park will open May 15 and operate through the
end of September. Water Works Park is expected to reopen with regular summer hours on
Memorial Day weekend. The capacity of facilities will be dependent on Governor's orders.
Athletics
Athletics is delaying all indoor sports (youth/adult volleyball and basketball)to begin in May
2021. Athletics plans to expand outdoor program offerings that will begin in March 2021. These
programs include a TAAF State Adult Flag Football tournament the weekend of March 13-14,
golf scrambles,ultimate frisbee, soccer, and cornhole leagues. The department will continue to
offer the outdoor programs provided in Fall 2020 such as softball, flag football, kickball,
golf/tennis lessons, and clinics.
Beautification,Education & Event Services (BEES)
BEES will continue to offer limited outdoor programming and volunteer opportunities, in
addition to virtual education classes. Staff resumed park pavilion rentals for funeral repasts on
February 6, and will now expand pavilion rentals to allow for groups of ten or fewer. Staff will
continue to process requests for special events with ten or more attendees that require approval
by the Mayor. Beginning May 1, the Denton Civic Center plans to reopen with modified hours
and services.
All programs and events are subject to change. Staff contact: Jennifer Bekker, Denton Public
Library and Gary Packan, Parks and Recreation
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CONCLUSION:
Both departments will maintain the current level of programming,while looking for ways to safely
interact with residents. However, upon advice of Denton County and City leadership, the next
phase of reopening facilities will not resume until May 2020.
STAFF CONTACT:
Jennifer Bekker, Denton Public Library
Gary Packan, Parks and Recreation
REQUESTOR:
Staff initiated
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Denton Public Library
Denton Parks and Recreation
Public Affairs
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT:
Total: 2 hours
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2/12/2021 2021 Council Request Launchpad-Smartsheet.com
FY 20/ 21 Council Requests
Open Requests Requests Answered by Department FY All Time Request Volume by
20/21 Council Person
Paul Meltzer
Deb Armintor Community Svcs
John Ryan Environmental Svcs
Jesse Davis Public Works
Mayor Gerard Hudspeth Utilities
Birdia Johnson CMO
Connie Baker Library
Legal
0 1 2 3 4 5 Fire
Police ■
Tech Services
Airport
Requests made by Quarter Public Affairs/Customer Svc ■
Economic Development
200 159 Development Svcs
Finance
100 65 Audit LIM,-
0 O o Municipal Court Paul Meltzer• Deb Armintor• John Ryan
Q1 20/21 Q2 20/21 Q3 20/21 04 20/21 Procurement
Real Estate • Jesse Davis • Mayor Gerard Hudspeth
Risk Birdia Johnson • Connie Baker
Other
0 50 100 150
Total Open Elected Official Some requests involve multiple departments,causing the
Requests total requests by department to add up higher than the
Submit New total request count
6 Request
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Policy and Worksession Requests smartsheet
Council Member Requestor -%ummary of Request Staff Assigned Department "I
Council Member Armintor 01/31/21 how often pre-emergent is generally needed in playgrounds and why,as well as what what organic Gary Packan Public Works-Parks Information will be provided in a future Friday Report
pre-emergent alternatives to Oxidiazon could be used in playgrounds instead,organic alternatives
that are safe for children to play on and don't require a warning sign at all.Can staff ask the Dirt
Doctor or Non-Toxic Neighborhoods for their recommendations on organic alternatives,if we're still
working with either or both of them?
Council Member Armintor 01/31/21 like to formally request that City Council approve changing all forms of"he or she,""him or her,""his Sarah Kuechler City Manager's Office This request will be presented during a future Pending Council
or hers"in city policy to the grammatically appropriate form of they/them/theirs in any city Request work session
documents,written policies,and laws that can be changed without a Charter change. This change
would not only make our city policies and documents more inclusive and welcoming to current and
future residents,taxpayers,workers,and business owners who use they/them/theirs pronouns and
identify as non-binary,it would also help to move us forward into the 21 st century as a modern,
diverse,and inclusive city with more accuracy than"his or hers"constructions,since there are no
city policies that apply only to people who use"his or her"pronouns and exclude people who
identify as non-binary or use they/them/theirs pronouns.
Council Member Armintor 02/01/21 can someone please find out for me how many individual new homes(i.e.not part of subdivisions) Richard Cannone Development Services Information will be provided in a future Friday Report
3 have been built in EJ 1 in the past 5 years,how many subdivisions have been built in ETJ 1,and
how many of those individual new homes not part of subdivisions were under non annexation
agreements?
Council Member Armintor 02/04/21 I'd like a staff report on what Texas cities can do to put caps on campaign spending and fundraising Sarah Kuechler City Manager's Office Information will be provided in a future Friday Report
for city election campaigns,including a list of which Texas cities have caps and what their caps are.
The dollar amount fundraised and spent in local elections has been increasing exponentially in
4 recent years,and this has become a matter of public interest and concern.At the very least,Council
and the public should know more about what other Texas cities have done in this area and what our
options are so that we can decide whether or not we want to enact campaign financing caps for
Denton city elections as well.
5 Mayor Pro Tern Davis 02/08/21 Can we install bolt-down pylons on the center line of Bonnie Brae,just North of University,to Becky Diviney Public Works-Traffic Information will be provided in a future Friday Report
prevent left-hand turns in and out of the Torchy's entrance?
6 Mayor Hudspeth 02/09/21 Can staff analyze the Ft.Worth program where they build affordable housing on City-owned Dani Shaw Community Services Information will be provided in a future Friday Report
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Cityof Denton City Hall
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton,Texas 76201
www.cityofdenton.com
DENTON Meeting Agenda
City Council
Tuesday, February 23,2021 3:00 PM Council Work Session Room
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 3:00 P.M.IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM
CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND ITEMS FOR
INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE WORK
SESSION IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM
Note: Mayor Gerard Hudspeth, Mayor Pro Tern Jesse Davis and Council Members Birdia Johnson, Connie
Baker, John Ryan, Deb Armintor and Paul Meltzer will be participating in the work session and 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 February 23, 2021,
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 February 19, 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.
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• 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.
• 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, February 23, 2021, at 3:00 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 21-080 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding an update on the
87th Session of the Texas State Legislature
B. ID 21-227 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding an audit follow-up
of COVID-19 Response: Disaster Reimbursements.
C. ID 20-2320 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the naming
applications for parks and trails as submitted by residents, local developers and the Parks
and Recreation Department.
D. ID 20-2531 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the proposed
prioritization and implementation of the City's Capital Improvement Projects.
E. ID 20-2275 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on pending City Council
requests for information for:
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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:
-- PLACEHOLDER IN THE EVENT A CLOSED MEETING IS NEEDED; OTHERWISE, WILL BE
DELETED. --
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.
Following the completion of the Work Session,the City Council will convene in a Special Called Meeting to
consider the following items:
1. 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 — E). 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 21-202 Consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Water and
Wastewater Main Cost Participation Agreement between the City of Denton, Texas and
Sagebrook Denton General LLC, for the City's participation in the oversizing of
wastewater mains and in accordance with the terms and conditions of this ordinance;
authorizing the expenditure of funds therefore; and providing an effective date. (In the
not-to-exceed amount of$216,000.00).
B. ID 21-252 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute a contract with
Bryan & Sons Locksmith, Inc., to provide locksmith services for various City of Denton
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departments; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective
date (RFP 7356- awarded to Bryan & Sons Locksmith, Inc., 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$150,000.00).
C. ID 21-255 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute a contract with
Jagoe-Public Company, for the construction of the Lake Forest Park Pond and Dam
Rehab project for the Parks and Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of
funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7518 - awarded to Jagoe-Public
Company,in the not-to-exceed amount of$3,021,706.94).
D. ID 21-256 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute a contract with
Enviromatic Systems of Fort Worth, Inc., through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing
Network Contract # 631-20, for the acquisition, repair, and maintenance of building
management system controls on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for City
buildings; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date
(File 7535 - awarded to Enviromatic Systems of Fort Worth, Inc., in the not-to-exceed
amount of$2,000,000.00).
E. ID 21-258 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute a contract with
Techline Inc., for the purchase of Roll Duct, PVC conduit, fittings, and accessories to be
stocked in the City of Denton Warehouse for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the
expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7573 - awarded to
Techline Inc., in the one(1)year not-to-exceed amount of$1,400,000.00).
2. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
A. ID 21-133 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton adopting the 2020-2021 City
Council priorities of the City of Denton for the fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2020
and ending on September 30,2021; and providing an effective date.
B. ID 21-267 Consider nominations/appointments to the City's Boards, Commissions, and Committees:
Airport Advisory Board, Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Board of Ethics,
Committee on Persons with Disabilities, Community Development Advisory Committee,
Health & Building Standards Commission, Historic Landmark Commission, Human
Services Advisory Committee, Library Board, Parks, Recreation & Beautification Board,
Planning & Zoning Commission, Public Art Committee, Public Utilities Board, Traffic
Safety Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
3. CONCLUDING ITEMS
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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 19th day of February,2021 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.
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FUTURE WORK SESSION ITEMS MATRIX
As of February 11, 2021
Meeting Date Currently Slated Work Session Items
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Loop 288 Building Agreement/MOU DCRC Discussion Fire Department Update
16-Feb 2021 21-056 21-136 21-231
Audit follow-up of COVID-19
Capital Project CIP Update Legislative Update Policy for Naming of Parks Response:Disaster Reimbursements Council Requests
23-Feb 2021 20-2531 21-080 20-2320 21-227 20-2275
Police Department Student Resource
1-March 2021 Joint DISD Meeting Officer Program Council Requests
Luncheon TBD 21-239 20-2385
Internal Audit Follow-Up-Accounts
COVID-19 Update Mosquito Abatement Policy Payable Council Requests
2-March 2021 20-1886 TBD 21-228 20-2386
9-March 2021 No Meeting
Parkland Dedication&Development Internal Audit-Utility Payment B&C Handbook(Including Attendance Follow-Up-Loop 288 Building
Ordinance Assistance Program Policy) Agreement/MOU Council Requests
16-March 2021 21-109 20-2554 21-271 TBD 20-2387
Fund Balance Policy(General Fund, Certified Agenda Process for Closed
Municipal Court Payments Audit 20-21 Utilities Budget and Rates Internal Service Fund,Utilities Meetings Council Requests
23-March 2021 20-2553 20-2261 20-2394 21-207 20-2388
30-March 2021 No Meeting
5-April 2021 Council Requests
Luncheon 21-188
Council Requests
6-April 2021 21-189
Council Requests
13-April 2021 21-190
Council Requests
20-April 2021 21-191
Council Requests
27-April 2021 21-192
Economic Development Incentive Stormwater Master
DME Solar Programs Construction Code Review(TBD) 20-2529 July 27 20-1661
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Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other partme
Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contac
Water Distribution will be Email Notification,Direct
Bell Ave at Mckinney St 07/08/21 09/04/21 installing a new water main line Water business contact,N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
Water Distribution will be Email Notification,Direct
Bell Ave at Mingo Rd 06/22/21 07/07/21 installing a new water main line Water business contact,N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
Water Distribution will be Email Notification,Direct
Bell Ave Withers St Mingo Rd 05/10/21 06/21/21 installing a new water main line Water business contact,N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
Water Distribution will be Email Notification,Direct
Bell Ave Texas St Withers St 04/15/21 05/07/21 installing a new water main line Water business contact,N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
Administratio Water Distribution will be Email Notification,Direct
Bell Ave n Dr Texas St 03/18/21 04/14/21 installing a new water main line Water business contact,N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
Curb and Gutter Repair.The
process starts with Barricading
Carmel St Hobson El Paseo 02/22/21 04/23/21 the failed sections of,Curb and Streets N/A (940)349-7146
Gutter remove and install
Curbs.
Installing Valley Gutter across
Cordell at the intersection
at of Hillcrest. The process starts
Cordell Hillcrest Intersection 02/22/21 03/12/21 with barricading then remove Streets N/A (940)349-7146
pavement and subgrade and
install new concrete Valley
Gutter.
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair.The process
Drexel Purdue Hofstra 02/22/21 03/15/21 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
Friesian Morgan Cul v Sac 02/22/21 03/26/21 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement,and
install new concrete.
Total 9
Upcoming Closures
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Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department
Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact
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Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact
Administratio Water Distribution will be Email Notification,Direct
Bell Ave Chapel Dr n Dr 02/15/21 03/18/21 installing a new water main line Water business contact,N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
Various traffic shifts will be
required at the intersection of Engineering, NextDoor,Email
Bell Ave McKinney Hickory 02/01/21 04/30/21 Bell and Oak(between Drainage,Public Notification,Direct (940)349-8425
Street Street McKinney and Hickory)in order Works business contact
to cross Bell with a new Inspections
drainage line on Oak Street.
Water Distribution will be Email Notification,Direct
Bell St University Dr Chapel Dr 12/14/20 02/12/21 installing a new water main line Water business contact,N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
North South Water Main Phase Engineering, Temporary Flagging in
Bonnie Brae IH 35E Scripture 06/15/20 07/30/21 3 Water all lanes for pipe Direct business contact (940)349-8938
delivery.
Contractor for Vista Verde
(Private Development)will be
performing a bore and installing Public Works
a water tap.
Valley Creek San Jacinto Inspections,
Colorado Blvd Rd Blvd 02/O8/21 02/17/21 Private NextDoor,Other (940)268-9842
This will be a lane closure not a full closure. Development
Raintree Riverchase Wastewater Collections will be
Creekdale Dr Way Trl 12/09/20 03/20/21 installing a new wastewater Waste Water N/A (940)349-8909
main and services.
Water Distribution will be
Crescent Fulton Coit 02/19/21 03/25/21 installing anew water mainline Water NextDoor,N/A,Other (940)349-7278
and services.
Elm Hickory Prairie 05/11/20 02/26/21 PEC 4 Utility Project Engineering Direct business contact (940)349-8938
Water Distribution will be
Fannin St Welch St Bernard St 12/21/20 02/18/21 installing a new water main line Water N/A (940)349-7278
and services.
Infrastructure Safety Upgrades
Ft.Worth Dr. (US 377) IH 35E FM1830 10/17/19 03/12/21 &New Sewer Main Install TxDOT (940)349-8938
(temporary closures)
Current Closures
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Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department
Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact
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.
Laying new waterline to the
Highland Park Bonnie Brae Jasmine 01/25/21 02/17/21 along Highland Park towards Engineering NextDoor (940)268-8946
Bonnie Brae
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair.The process
March Rail Cat Tail Heron Pond 01/11/21 03/05/21 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement,and
install new concrete.
Phase one should last two
weeks.02-05-2021 thru 02-19-
2021
Contractor will be constructing
the drive way approaches and
will be moving traffic to the
West side of Mayhill per Public Works
attached plan Inspections, NextDoor,Email
.
Mayhill Morse MKinney St 02/05/21 02/26/21 Private Notification,Social 940-205-8278
media
Phase 2 should last one week Development
02-19-2021 thru 02-26-2021
Contractor will be constructing
the drive way approaches and
will be moving traffic to the
North Side of McKinney St per
attached plan.
McKinney-Mayhill Intersection
This project is widening the
intersection and 600'each way
Mckinney duchess Glengarry 02/01/21 07/30/21 to match existing conditions Engineering NextDoor (940)349-7526
along McKinney.Also includes
water,wastewater,and drainage
improvements.
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Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department
Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact
The Downtown Storm Sewer
Project will upgrade the storm
drainage in the downtown Engineering,
corridor along the West side of Drainage,Traffic, NextDoor,Email
McKinney Railroad Ave Bell Ave 02/01/21 04/02/21 the UPRR tracks between Notification,Direct (940)349-8425
McKinney and Hickory.The Public Works business contact
contractor will trench across Inspections
Hickory in 3 phases to place
storm sewer.
Street Reconstruction
Remove and replace curb and
Mistywood Lane Woodhaven Jamestown 10/01/20 02/26/21 gutter as needed. Streets N/A (940)349-7146
Remove old asphalt and
stabilize subgrade.
Install asphalt pavement.
Weather delays.
Adding drainage line to Oak Engineering, NextDoor,Email
UPRR Drainage,Public
Oak Street Bell Street Railroad 02/01/21 04/30/21 Street as part of the Downtown Works Notification,Direct (940)349-8425
Storm Sewer Project. Inspections business contact
Old Bonnie Brae Roselawn Vintage 02/08/21 03/08/21 Bonnie Brae Phase 2 will be Engineering NextDoor,Direct (940)349-8938
repaving Old Bonnie Brae business contact
Prairie Elm Pierce 06/01/20 03/26/21 PEC 4 Utilities Engineering NextDoor,Direct (940)349-8938
business contact
Storm drain improvements,as
Prairie St. Locust St. Elm St. 03/23/20 03/26/21 part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Engineering Direct business contact (940)349-8938
Project. Street closed to thru
traffic.
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair.The process
Purdue Drexel Syracuse 01/11/21 02/12/21 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement,and
install new concrete.
Wastewater Collections will be
Riverchase Trl Stoneway Dr Waterside PI 12/09/20 03/20/21 installing a new wastewater Waste Water N/A (940)349-8909
main and services.
Current Closures
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Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description wADepartment Upcoming Public Other Department
Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact
Update:Due to multiple rain
events,contractor has been
delayed and plans to be
complete by 02-15-2021. Public Works
Ryan Rd Roxbury St FM 2181 01/04/21 02/15/21 Inspections, NextDoor,Email (940)268-9842
Contractor will be demoing the Private Notification
existing drainage and roadway Development
and then installing drainage
improvements across Ryan RD
at the Hunter's Creek area.
Waste Water, Pushed back a final two
Greystar will be placing their Public Works weeks for patching of
Spencer Road Bridges St. Mayhill Road 12/07/20 02/19/21 sanitary line along Spencer Rd Inspections, Spencer Road.Should Email Notification (940)391-6299
for the Elan Denton project. Private be finished before the
Development 19th
Wastewater collections will be
Uland Railroad Rose 02/11/21 04/09/21 installing a new wastewater Waste Water NextDoor,N/A,Other (940)349-8909
main line and services.
Construction is set to begin on 8-20-20:Atmos Energy
West Hickory Street between N. is currently relocating
Welch Street and Carroll Blvd in gas line on the South
September of 2020 and Atmos,Streets, side of W.Hickory
continue through May of 2021. between Welch and Email Notification,Direct
West Hickory Street Welch Carroll 08/31/20 05/29/21 Detailed lane closure Drainage,Water, Bernard.Once Atmos business contact (940)349 8425
information is forthcoming Waste Water finishes,the contractor
pending approval of the will mobilize into that
contractor's phasing and traffic same area to begin
control plans. construction.
Public Works
Western Blvd Airport Rd Jim Chrystal 12/21/20 03/31/21 Westpark Warehouse Phase 2 Inspections, Direct business contact (940)205-9230
Private
Development
Branch 08/24/20 08/16/21 Install utilities and road En NextDoor,Email
Windsor Hanover Crossing reconstruction Engineering Notification (940)349-7426
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Start Date End Date L Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact
Georgetown Wastewater Collections will be
Amherst Dr Dr Hinkle Dr 09/28/20 01/19/21 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.
Concrete Street Panel Repair.
The process starts with
Brinker Colorado 1-35 Service 01/19/21 01/29/21 Barricading the failed sections Streets N/A (940)349-7146
Blvd. Rd of concrete pavement,remove
the pavement,and install new
concrete.
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair.The process
Weeler Spainsh 12/07/20 01/15/21 starts with Barricading the failed
Clydesdale Ridge Lane sections of concrete pavement, Streets N/A (940)349-7146
remove the pavement,and
install new concrete.
Panhandle New Sewer Line&Water Public Works NextDoor,Email
Crow St St Gober St 12/21/20 01/08/21 Services will be installed. Inspections Notification,Direct (940)231-9965
business contact
Intersection back of Intermittent closures of this NextDoor,Email
Hidden Meadows Trail with Vintage Vintage Blvd 03/16/20 01/01/21 intersection for construction Engineering (940)349-8938
Blvd right of way activities Notification
Scheduling conflict with
Install new curb and gutter.Mill concrete contractor so
off old pavement and install we move the start date
Daugherty new asphalt to match the grade to 10-26-20.80/a
Johnson Street Street Smith Street 10/26/20 01/29/21 of the new inlets.Weather Streets complete the surface Door hangers (940)349-7146
delays,asphalt base course course still needs to be
has been installed. installed.Asphalt
Surface will be install on
1-27-28-2020.
Storm drain improvements as
Locust St. Prairie Highland 03/09/20 01/01/21 part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Engineering Direct business contact (940)349-8938
Project.East Side In Closure
Completed Closures
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Street/Intersection From To Closure Closure Description Department Upcoming Public Other Department
Start Date End Date Info/Notes Meeting Communication Contact,
Intersection back of Intermittent closures of this
Email
Mockernut Rd. with Vintage Vintage 03/16/20 01/01/21 intersection for construction Engineering NextDoor, (940)349-8938
Blvd. Blvd.right of activities. Notification
way
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair.The process
Paddock Lipizzan English 12/14/20 01/07/21 starts with Barricading the failed Streets N/A (940)349-7146
Saddle sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement,and
install new concrete.
Wastewater Collections will be
Precision Dr Airport Rd 1500'north 01/20/21 02/10/21 installing a new wastewater Wastewater
main and services.
Smith Street Johnson Dallas 01/25/21 01/29/21 Mill and Overlay Streets N/A (940)349-7146
Road will be closed for paving Public Works
Underwood McCormick Ave.B 11/09/20 01/04/21 and sidewalk construction for Inspections N/A (210)563-1599
the new Fire Station#3
W Windsor Dr 1-35 Winddosr 01/18/21 01/20/21 Stripping all lanes with new Public Works NextDoor,Email (940)231-9965
Frontage Rd Farms Dr signs. Inspections Notification
Welch Eagle Maple 01/25/21 01/25/21 Repair Water Main Leak Water Work was completed on Direct business contact (940)349-7332
1/25
Welch St. Eagle Highland 01/19/21 01/19/21 water tap for 811 S.Welch Water NextDoor,Email (940)349-7278
Notification
Windsor Stuart Longfellow 08/24/20 01/23/21 Installation of utilities and street Engineering NextDoor,Email (940)349-7426
reconstruction Notification
Total 16
Completed Closures
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