111022 Staff Report
City Manager’s Office 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 (940) 349-8307
OUR CORE VALUES Inclusion Collaboration Quality Service Strategic Focus Fiscal Responsibility
MEMORANDUM
DATE: November 10, 2022
TO: The Honorable Mayor Hudspeth and Council Members
FROM: Sara Hensley, City Manager
SUBJECT: Staff Report
Upcoming Meetings
A. Public Utilities Board on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room.
B. Development Code Review Committee on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Development Service Center.
C. Capital Improvement Advisory Committee on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 12:30
p.m. at the Development Service Center.
D. Library Board on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the North Branch Library.
E. Historic Landmark Commission on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the Development Service Center.
F. Joint Denton Housing Authority and City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 15,
2022, at 11:30 a.m. at the Development Service Center.
G. Work Session of the City Council on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room followed by a Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
H. Downtown Denton Tax Increment Financing Zone No. 1 Board on Wednesday,
November 16, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at the Development Service Center.
I. Animal Shelter Advisory Committee on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at the Linda McNatt Animal Care & Adoption Center.
J. Work Session of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday, November 16,
2022, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room followed by a Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
K. Denton Police Department Chief of Police Advisory Board on Wednesday, November 16,
2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Training Center.
L. Community Services Advisory Committee on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 12:00
p.m. at the Development Service Center.
M. Committee on Persons with Disabilities on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.
at the Development Service Center.
N. State of the City on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center.
O. Cancelled - Special Called City Council meeting on Friday, November 18, 2022, at 9:00
a.m. in the Council Chambers.
P. Cancelled - Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee on Friday, November 18,
2022, at 1:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room.
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General Information & Status Updates
A. Friday Report Distribution for Veteran’s Day – In observance of Veteran’s Day, all City
of Denton offices will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11. Due to the closure, this week’s Friday Report is distributed to Council and posted on the City’s website one day earlier, on Thursday, Nov. 10. Staff contact: Jennifer Rainey, City Manager’s Office
B. State of the City – On Nov. 17, the City of Denton is hosting the annual State of the City
event in-person from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The Denton City Council, City staff, and other community members will gather to share major milestones from the past year and key priorities for the future, as well as offer opportunities to get involved in our community.
• At 6 p.m., City staff will host an engagement fair to help residents learn about City
services, programs, and events.
• At 7 p.m., Mayor Gerard Hudspeth will give a formal address featuring video highlights from the past year and projects on the horizon. Following the address, Mayor and City Management staff will answer community questions during a Q&A
session as attendees continue visiting departmental tables. This event is free and open to the public and will be hosted at Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center (3100 Town Center Trail). Council is encouraged to share the event on social media and invite residents to attend with the social media graphic invitation
attached. Staff contact: Jennifer Rainey, City Manager’s Office
C. Board of Ethics Proposed Ethics Ordinance Amendment Tracker – Staff has developed and published a dashboard to track all Board of Ethics proposals to amend the City’s Ethics Ordinance. This dashboard is now available on the Board of Ethics public webpage and provides high-level information on the proposal’s intention, the date and a link to the most
recent meeting the proposal was discussed, as well as the proposal’s status. The information on what each status means has also been added in the “Ordinance Amendment Proposals” tab directly above the dashboard. Staff believes that this dashboard will help to improve transparency and accountability and facilitate the tracking of Board of Ethics and City Council actions with regards to the Ethics Ordinance. Staff contact: Madison Rorschach,
Internal Audit D. TATOA Awards – On Nov. 3, the City of Denton and DTV won six programming awards at the Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (TATOA) Annual Programming Ceremony. These annual awards recognize excellence in programming
produced by local government agencies from across Texas. The City of Denton competes at the highest level against cities such as Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio. DTV distinguished itself in video production by winning two 1st place awards and four 2nd place awards:
• 1st Place - CAT 8 – Public Education: Denton Landfill: A Cell for the Future
• 1st Place - CAT 28 – Parks & Rec: Did You Know: Parks and Recreation
• 2nd Place - CAT 6 – Documentary: City Hall West: A Very Odd Building
• 2nd Place - CAT 12 – Profile of an Organization: Denton Fire: Clear Creek
Prescribed Burn
• 2nd Place - CAT 34 – Weather: Snow Day in Denton
• 2nd Place - CAT 35 – Storytelling: A Tale of Two Births
All videos aired on DTV, were shared via social media channels, and are available on the City’s YouTube channel. Staff contact: Billy Matthews, Marketing and Communications
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E. Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program – The State of Texas recently opened the
application period for the Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program (TTIR). TTIR
offers one-time reimbursement grants of up to $20,000 for the recovery of Texas businesses that were negatively impacted due to COVID-19 and is funded by the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The grant is provided via a statewide program being administered by Texas Economic Development. Eligibility
criteria, required documentation, and instructions on how to apply can be found on Texas
Economic Development’s website online. Applications must be submitted through the State’s portal prior to November 22 for food service and beverage establishments. Staff contact: Laura Behrens, Finance
F. Inclement Weather Warming Stations – Staff compiled and updated the 2022-2023 winter
season warming stations list attached, with the updated information now available online. The list includes City facilities available for daytime use, including libraries, fire stations, and five recreation centers. Warming stations provide access to restrooms, water fountains, and a most provide sitting area. These facilities are in addition to the services community
and non-profit partners make available during inclement weather. Staff confirmed extended
hours at community partner agencies included in the list of warming stations attached. Staff contact: Megan Ball, Community Services G. PARD Staff Receive Awards at TRAPS North Region Conference – The Texas Recreation
& Park Society held its North Regional Conference on Thursday, Nov. 3. Several City of
Denton Parks and Recreation (PARD) staff attended the meeting to learn best practices from local peers and to share their own expertise in parks maintenance, management, and planning. Denton PARD staff were recognized for their excellence during the TRAPS awards ceremony. Mia Macy, who serves as the Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation
Coordinator, was honored with the Horizons Award recognizing outstanding early-career
parks professionals. Chris Escoto, a planner with PARD, received the Parks Professional of the Year award, which awards extraordinary contributions in Parks and Recreation and recognizes individuals who make an outstanding impact within their own organization and are responsible for work that is exemplary in its advancement of the parks and recreation
profession. Staff contact: Fince Espinoza, Parks and Recreation
H. Unity Plaza Dedication Update – The University of North Texas (UNT) dedicated Unity Plaza on Saturday, Nov. 5, with City staff and members of Council in attendance. Unity Plaza honors Abner Haynes and Dr. Leon King as the first African Americans to integrate
major college football at a four-year university in Texas. Unity Plaza is located between
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Apogee Stadium and the UNT Athletics offices on the UNT campus and will be included in the City’s public art collection. Staff contact: John Whitmore, Parks and Recreation
I. Teen Tech Tuesday – Denton Teen Council has partnered with the Denton Senior Center for a community service project to provide older adults and seniors one-on-one help with their technology questions. This collaboration was sparked as senior center staff heard from patrons of frustration with phone storage, apps not working properly, or difficulties setting
up a new tablet or smartphone. Interaction between both groups is great for technical and
interpersonal skill-building and is a wonderful opportunity for intergenerational bridge building. Denton Teen Council teenagers gain real-world experience and the opportunity to give back to their community, while seniors get their technology questions answered by tech-savvy teens.
Sessions are held on the first Tuesday of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. Those interested can simply drop in and get the help they need. Participants are encouraged to bring their own devices to receive quality hands-on learning. The first session was held at the Denton Senior Center on Nov. 1 with six seniors and 15 members of the Teen Council in
attendance. Staff contacts: David Ruiz and Nicole Brasher, Parks and Recreation
Responses to Council Member Requests for Information
A. City Hall West – Facilities Management, along with Architexas, presented a work session item at the Nov. 1 Council meeting seeking direction on the future use for City Hall West.
Council Member Watts inquired on total square footage with and without the infill floors.
To update the space to allow for either of the recommended options, the infill floor must be removed, resulting in a loss of 2,573 square feet from the building total. The square footage of the building without the infill floors will be approximately 14,000 square feet. Staff contact: Trevor Crain, Facilities
B. Forestar Eagle Creek Development – On Nov. 1, staff and several members of Council received emails from a resident regarding the Forestar – Eagle Creek Development. On Nov. 7, staff received a follow-up email from the resident. The resident had four items in the Nov. 1 email that were responded to and two items in the Nov. 7 email responded to,
with both questions and responses included below:
• Item 1. Inaccurate drainage creating mosquito disease breeding ground.
o Inspectors from the City’s Watershed Protection Division visited the site on November 2, 2022. The basin was slowly draining. The developer was directed to make improvements to achieve positive drainage within 72 hours
of rain events or treat the basin with a larvicide to control mosquitoes. The site will continue to be inspected on a roughly monthly basis for stormwater construction compliance throughout the project. November 7th inquired about another pond on the eastside of the creek for holding water. The eastside pond is a siltation basin which is stormwater control designed to
slow stormwater flow and allow silt to settle out prior to leaving the construction site. This siltation basin is designed to hold water and based on rainfall may or may not contain standing water.
• Item 2. Streetlights not hooded flooring Denton hooded light code.
o The streetlights pictured (post top with acorn style globe) are a standard offering for residential streets and are consistent throughout the city.
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Originally, staff responded they were not aware of a hooded streetlight ordinance. After follow-up from a council member and the resident, staff
confirmed that streetlights are regulated under the Denton Development
Code (DDC) 7.11.6 Street Lighting which states: “All street lighting shall be full cut-off and designed to direct lighting below a 90-degree horizontal plane extending from the lowest point of the light source.” The streetlights in the Eagle Creek Development do not meet this provision. This provision
of the DDC has not been being enforced.
• Item 3. Trees in protected area dead. “Replacement” sticks dead as well.
o Inspectors from the City’s Development Services Department inspected the
site on November 3, 2022, to determine site locations and loss of dead trees.
New tree plantings provided by the developer/ homebuilder that died may still be under warranty or replacement timelines. Staff will work with Community Improvement to come to a solution with the developer/ homebuilder. Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention.
o In the ESA, some trees in the area were dead prior to the tree protection fencing being installed and there are trees that have died during the project. The ESA boundary was expanded at project initiation to account for some losses, this expansion ensures the minimum protection is met
• Item 4. Separate email. What is the story with this pond? Will there be a way to control mosquitoes and disease?
o The detention area is the responsibility of the Homeowner’s Association (HOA). The maintenance and upkeep are the HOA’s responsibility. The
City will work with HOAs on recommended best practices as normal course of business. The detention pond provides stormwater benefits as well as an aesthetic to the residents. Staff contact: Michael Gange, Environmental Services & Sustainability
C. HELPER Act – On Nov. 7, Mayor Hudspeth requested staff and our federal legislative consultants provide information on the HELPER Act and if the City should support it. The Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act (HR 3172/S2981) would establish a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage assistance program to provide insurance for one-time, low-cost mortgages to law
enforcement officers, firefighters, elementary and secondary school teachers, and other first responders for the purchase, construction, or repair of the recipient’s primary residence. The mortgages would not require a down payment or monthly mortgage insurance premiums (premiums would be paid upfront at a rate like other FHA-supported loans). Applicants would have to have at least four consecutive years of service and would
certify in good faith that they intend to continue in their occupation for at least one more
year. The program is in alignment with the 2023-2024 Legislative Program and has received significant support without significant opposition. Staff will send a letter of support to our congressional delegation regarding this legislation. Staff contact: Ryan Adams, City Manager’s Office
D. Utility Bill Inquiry – On Nov. 7, Council Member Byrd inquired regarding the possibility of changing a utility bill due date, suggesting that it may be helpful if people can pick their own due date. Bill cycles are grouped in roughly equalized size groups by geographic
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location to manage daily workloads for office and field staff. Since due dates are determined by the utility read and bill dates, customers are unable to set their own due
dates; however, there are two existing options for customers who need more payment date
flexibility:
• Budget billing - Budget billing does require that the account is at a zero balance but then equalizes the monthly payment amount throughout the year. During the fall
and winter, the customer builds a credit balance which helps to offset higher
summer bills. If the minimum payment is made each month, the date of payment is not problematic, and no late fees are assessed. The account usage is assessed mid-year and adjusted in the event usage is different from the previous year. At the end of the year in September, the account is settled to determine if there are any excess
charges or payments, and the account is set up for the new budget year.
• Pay-As-You-Go prepaid utility services - Prepaid accounts have a slightly higher monthly facility fee but offer the greatest amount of flexibility and usage visibility. Pay As You Go customers utilize the MyUsage app and see their electric usage and
costs daily. Customers maintain a credit balance that they can always view through the app. Payments can be made at any time and any day so long as a credit balance is maintained. Additionally, prepaid accounts never receive late or interruption fees and never require a deposit. Staff contact: Christa Foster, Customer Service and Animal Services
E. Spencer Road Property – On Nov.7, Council Member Byrd inquired regarding the status the underbrush that was cleared from property owned by DME between Spencer Road and the DCTA Trail, as the property needs a second round of clearing and collection of the piles of debris. Parks and Recreation staff is working to attain quotes from contractors to
conduct the work. At this time, Parks and Recreation does not have the resources to clear this property internally due to a continued shortage in staffing. Once the procurement process is complete, staff will work to ensure area clean up in partnership with DME, Environmental Services and Parks and Recreation. Staff contact: Gary Packan, Parks and Recreation
F. Home Occupancy Limitations – On Nov. 7, Mayor Hudspeth asked staff to contact an individual regarding their concerns about a home’s occupancy limits. Staff contacted the owner of the property who confirmed their intention to open a senior group home in the future. Staff advised the property owner of zoning regulations, inspection requirements,
permitting information, and certificates of occupancy necessary to open and operate a senior group home. Staff will continue to follow existing processes for potential concerns regarding this address. Staff contact: Caleb Norris, Development Services Burial Permit Procedures – The City owns and operates both Independent Order of Odd
Fellows (I.O.O.F) and Oakwood cemeteries. City staff issue burial permits, sell plots, and
mark gravesites prior to funeral services. On Nov. 7, Mayor Hudspeth requested feedback on an inquiry made by Bill DeBerry Funeral Director regarding the administrative procedures for requesting burial plots and permits, in addition to arranging for gravesite markings. Staff followed up with DeBerry Funeral Directors to confirm the City’s existing
procedures, which includes conducting business for immediate burial needs with funeral
homes or directly with the family. Working with the funeral home is typically the utilized option. Staff is dedicated to accommodating the needs of both grieving families and funeral home businesses. Staff contact: Megan Doughty, Parks and Recreation
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G. Trash & Recycling Cart Curb Placement – On Nov. 8, Council Member McGee requested
that staff provide notices to residents residing on narrow streets regarding when their trash
or recycling carts may be placed on the curb. The current schedule was developed to support the needs of the community including people that work late, leave early, alternate sleep schedules, etc. to ensure that all residents can have their garbage and recycling collected.
Pursuant to Sec. 24-43 of the City of Denton Code of Ordinances, residents have the right to have carts at the curb no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening prior to collection day to 8 a.m. the day following. Sec. 24-43. - Residential collection service: (a) All single-family residents within the city shall place their residential refuse and
recyclables at the curb as specified by the general manager of solid waste services
or designee. (b) Residential refuse and recyclables shall be placed at the curb no earlier than 6:00 p.m. on the day prior to the scheduled collection day. To ensure collection, residential refuse and recyclables should be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the
day of collection. Additionally,
(c) Solid waste and recycling storage containers and any unaccepted waste or recyclables shall be removed from the curb or other designated collection point by the customer no later than 8:00 a.m. on the day following the scheduled collection day.
As part of the City’s education and outreach efforts, staff will continue to remind customers
of the schedule. Staff contact: Brian Boerner, Solid Waste & Recycling H. Trash and Debris Clean Up on Audra Lane – On Nov. 9 Staff received several inquiries regarding a large amount of trash and debris located on Audra Lane. The Parks and
Recreation Department assessed the site and performed a same-day clean-up, with photos
of the cleaned area provided below. Staff contact: Christine Taylor, City Manager’s Office
Upcoming Community Events and Meetings
A. Veteran’s Day Program at Denton Senior Center – Denton Parks and Recreation and patrons of the Denton Senior Center will gather to honor veterans from all branches of our
armed forces. The event will feature a patriotic music performance by the Young at Heart Band and will include light refreshments. Join in honoring our veterans, on Nov. 10, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Denton Senior Center. Staff contact: Nicole Brasher, Parks and Recreation
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B. Cross Timbers Playgrounds Ribbon Cutting – Parks and Recreation staff will be
celebrating the opening of the Cross Timbers Playgrounds with a ribbon cutting at Cross
Timbers Park South (8400 Clear River Lane) on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 9 a.m. Come by and enjoy free donuts and the new playground. Staff contact: John Whitmore, Parks and Recreation
C. Quakertown Public Input Meeting – On Nov. 14, at 6 p.m., Parks and Recreation will host
a virtual meeting for public input regarding temporary signage and public events commemorating and memorializing the Quakertown community. A second virtual/in-person meeting will take place Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. both online and at the Development Services Building (401 N. Elm). More information is available online. Staff contact: Omar
Siddiqi, Parks and Recreation
D. Recycling 101 – Join Sustainability for National Recycling Day on Nov. 15 to review what’s accepted in curbside recycling, where the recycling goes, why certain items are not accepted, and what recycling becomes. The discussion will also include sustainable
alternatives to recycling. RSVP online to join Recycling 101 at 6 p.m. at Emily Fowler
Library. Staff contact: Katherine Barnett, Environmental Services and Sustainability E. American Legion Hall Senior Center Thanksgiving Luncheon – On Thursday, Nov. 17, from noon to 2 p.m., American Legion Hall (ALH) Senior Center will host the annual
Thanksgiving Luncheon for members of the 50+ community with keynote speaker Dr.
Kenneth Davis, pastor of Empowered Outreach Church. The event is free for senior citizens and features a performance by the ALH Senior Center Choir. Participants will have the opportunity to win door prizes and visit vendors including representatives from the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Registration is available online, in person, or phone at
(940) 349-8298. Staff contact: Yvonne Kendricks, Parks and Recreation
F. Yappy Hour at North Lakes Park – Bring your canine pals and join Denton Parks and Recreation at North Lakes Park (808 W. Windsor Drive) on Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. for a pet-friendly event. Food trucks will be on-site selling food and treats for humans and their
fluffy friends. Staff contact: Arianna Bencid, Parks and Recreation
Attachments
A. Denton Inclement Weather Resources - Winter 2022-23 ...................................................10
B. Information for Accessible Public Facilities and Community Service Providers During
Inclement Weather ..............................................................................................................11C. State of the City Invitation ..................................................................................................14
Council Information
A. Council Requests for Information .......................................................................................15B. Public Meeting Calendar.....................................................................................................24C. Draft Agenda for Nov. 22 Council Meeting .......................................................................29D. Future Work Session Items .................................................................................................31
E. Street Construction Report ..................................................................................................33
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Parks & Recreation
Centers:
Denton Civic Center
321 E. McKinney St.
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Denton Senior Center
(Ages 50+ only)
509 N. Bell Ave.
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Denia Rec Center
1001 Parvin St.
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sat. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
MLK Jr. Rec Center
1300 Wilson St.
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
North Lakes Rec Center
2001 W. Windsor Dr.
Mon.-Fri. 5 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sat. 7 a.m.-4 p.m
Public Libraries:
Emily Fowler Central Library
502 Oakland St.
Mon., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Tues. & Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday 1-5 p.m.
North Branch Library
3020 N. Locust St.
Mon.-Wed. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday 1-5 p.m.
South Branch Library
3228 Teasley Ln.
Mon. Noon-9 p.m.
Tues. & Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wed. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sun. 1-5 p.m.
City of Denton facilities with public restrooms, water fountains, and sitting areas:
Denton Inclement Weather Resources - Winter 2022-23
For those living without a warm, dry, or safe place to escape extreme weather, there are facilities and services available
in the Denton community. Information on community service providers, including emergency shelters, that expand
services and hours during inclement weather is provided here. A listing of City facilities that are heated with public
access to restrooms, water fountains, and sitting areas during normal operating hours is also provided.
www.cityofdenton.com ADA/EOE/ADEA TDD: (800) 735-2989 Updated 11/22
When inclement weather conditions exist, these providers may open Daytime Warming Stations and extended
shelter hours. Please call the provider to confirm hours and services.
Community Service Providers
City Daytime Warming Stations
Fire Stations:
Station 1: Central Fire Station
332 E. Hickory St.
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fire Stations with restroom,
hand washing, and water
fountain access only:
Station 2: 110 Mockingbird Ln.
Station 3: 1401 Underwood St.
Station 4: 2110 E. Sherman Dr.
Station 5: 2230 W. Windsor Dr.
Station 6: 3232 Teasley Ln.
Station 7: 4201 Vintage Pkwy.
Station 8: 3131 Colorado Blvd.
All fire stations listed above are
open daily, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Please call facilities to confirm hours and services during inclement weather.
Provider Services Regular Hours Inclement Weather
Hours
Our Daily Bread
300 W. Oak St., Ste. 100
(940) 566-1308
Food Kitchen & Day Center Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Meals: M-F 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Sat. 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Call (940) 566-1308 to inquire
about inclement weather
service hours.
Salvation Army
Denton
1508 E. McKinney St.
(940) 566-3800
Food Kitchen & Overnight
Shelter (7 nights/week)
Mon.-Fri. Noon to 5 p.m.
Meals: Mon.-Fri. 5:30-6 p.m.
Overnight: Daily, 4 p.m.-7 a.m.
Call (940) 566-3800 to inquire
about inclement weather
service hours.
Our Daily Bread
Monsignor King
Outreach Center
300 S. Woodrow Ln.
(940) 514-1007
Overnight Shelter
(7 nights/week)
Overnight: Daily, 3 p.m.-9 a.m.Call (940) 514-1007 to inquire
about inclement weather
service hours.
Effective through Nov. 23, 2022
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Facility openings, hours, and services are subject to change. Please check with the location/agency to confirm.
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Information for Accessible Public Facilities and Community Service
Providers During Inclement Weather
Winter 2022/23, Denton, TX
Effective through November 23rd
WINTER 2022/23 - When extreme temperatures are forecast, facilities below will be open and accessible
as Inclement Weather Stations.
Community Service Providers - Community service organizations may provide expanded hours and
services in the winter for inclement weather. Please check with the location/agency to confirm.
Warming Center: Access to restrooms, hand washing, water fountains, and sitting area(s)
Our Daily Bread (940) 566-1308
300 W. Oak St. Ste. 100 Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
▪ Call (940) 566‐1308 to inquire about inclement weather services and hours.
Salvation Army Denton (940) 566-3800
1508 E. McKinney St. Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
▪ Call (940) 566‐3800 to inquire about inclement weather services hours.
Meals/Food:
Our Daily Bread (940) 566-1308
300 W. Oak St. Ste. 100 Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. ‐ 12:45 p.m.
Salvation Army Denton (940) 566-3800
1508 E. McKinney St. Monday-Friday 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Shelter Overnight:
Our Daily Bread Monsignor King Outreach Center (MKOC) Shelter (940) 514-1007
300 S. Woodrow Ln Daily 3:00 p.m. ‐ 9:00 a.m.
▪ Call (940) 514-1007to inquire about inclement weather openings.
Salvation Army Denton
(Families)
(940) 566-3800
1508 E. McKinney St. Daily 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
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Information for Inclement Weather Centers - Denton, TX
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Facility openings, hours, and services are subject to change. Please check with the location/agency to confirm.
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City of Denton Public Facilities – In addition to community Meals, Overnight Shelters, Warming Centers,
and Water Stations, the following City facilities that are heated with public access to restrooms, water
fountains, and sitting areas are available during normal operating hours for those needing a place to
temporarily escape the winter weather. Please check with the location to confirm.
▪ Parks & Recreation Centers: Public access to restrooms, hand washing, water fountains, and
sitting area.
Denton Civic Center (940) 349‐7275
321 E. McKinney St. Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 7:00 p.m.
Denton Senior Center (940) 349‐8720
509 N. Bell Ave. Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 8:00 p.m.
Denia Rec Center (940) 349‐8285
1001 Parvin St. Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. ‐ 7:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. ‐ 2:00 p.m.
MLK Jr. Rec Center (940) 349‐8575
1300 Wilson St. Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. ‐ 7:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. ‐ 4:00 p.m.
North Lakes Rec Center (940) 349‐8287
2001 W. Windsor Dr. Monday – Friday 5:00 a.m. ‐ 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 7:00 a.m. ‐ 4:00 p.m.
▪ Public Libraries: Public access to restrooms, hand washing, water fountains, limited seating, and
first come, first served computer access.
Emily Fowler Central (940) 349‐8752
502 Oakland St. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:00 a.m. ‐ 6:00 p.m.
Tues & Thurs 9:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
North Branch Library (940) 349‐8752
3020 N. Locust St. Thurs, Fri, Sat 9:00 a.m. ‐ 6:00 p.m.
Mon, Tues, Wed 9:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Information for Inclement Weather Centers - Denton, TX
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Facility openings, hours, and services are subject to change. Please check with the location/agency to confirm.
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South Branch Library (940) 349‐8752
3228 Teasley Ln. Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat 9:00 a.m. ‐ 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Monday 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
▪ Fire Stations: Public access to restrooms, hand washing, water fountains, and sitting area.
Hours and services are subject to change.
Station 1: Central Fire Station
332 E. Hickory St. Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 5:00 p.m.
Fire stations where the public can access restrooms, hand washing, and water fountains.
No sitting areas are available.
Station 2: 110 Mockingbird Ln. Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Station 3: 1401 Underwood St. Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Station 4: 2110 E. Sherman Dr. Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Station 5: 2230 W. Windsor Dr. Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Station 6: 3232 Teasley Ln. Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Station 7: 4201 Vintage Pkwy. Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m.
Station 8: 3131 S Colorado Blvd. Monday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Find Help! Call 211 or (940) 566-2688.
DON’T WAIT FOR SEVERE WEATHER TO START HELPING!
Outreach and service providers need gear they can pass out, for folks outside during the summer
heat, and to have in reserve during an emergency. Having the right gear staged in the right places
before a crisis will help provider’s better focus on direct services and life‐saving efforts in the
moment. Winter needed items include: water, reusable water bottles, wet wipes, coats, gloves,
hats, blankets or sleeping bags, socks, and rain ponchos.
Visit https://www.ourdailybreaddenton.org/ to learn more about how to volunteer and donate.
To learn more about how to volunteer and donate visit:
Our Daily Bread: https://www.ourdailybreaddenton.org/
Monsignor King Outreach Center: https://www.kingoutreachcenter.com/
Salvation Army Denton: https://salvationarmyntx.org/north-texas/denton/
Giving Grace - Street Outreach Program: https://www.givinggrace.org/programs/street-outreach
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November 10, 2022 Report No. 2022-072
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: City Manager’s Expenditure Authority in Fiscal Year 2021-2022
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The purpose of this report is to provide City Council with information on the City Manager’s
expenditure authority for budgeted funds in fiscal year 2021-2022. The intent is to be transparent and share this information at the end of each fiscal year.
DISCUSSION: In September of 2006, City Council passed Ordinance No. 2006-237 (Attachment 1). This ordinance raised the City Manager’s general expenditure authority of budgeted funds from $25,000 to $100,000 due to inflationary trends. General expenditures are defined as fees, professional
services, personal services and other categories exempted from the bid process. The purpose of
granting expenditure authority to the City Manager is to maximize efficiency, preventing Council and meeting agendas from being burdened with routine purchase approvals. To further maximize efficiency, the City Manager has delegated expenditure authority to the City’s
Purchasing Manager for non-contractual, general purchases up to $50,000. At least three quotes
are required by state law and are obtained for purchases between $3,000 and $50,000. State law does not require a formal, competitive bidding process for non-contractual agreements in this dollar range. The purchases are completed through a purchase order in the City’s financial software.
In September of 2009, City Council passed ordinance No. 2009-189 (Attachment 2), granting the City Manager additional expenditure authority specific to Denton Municipal Electric (DME). This ordinance is separate from the general expenditure authority and allows the City Manager to authorize up to $500,000 for DME purchases meeting the following criteria:
(a) the procurement is for materials and services for electric production, transmission, distribution, and station projects; (b) the project is included in the approved budget/CIP (c) the cumulative total of purchases for any project does not exceed the amount available for
that project;
(d) purchase, in excess of $250,000, that have been recommended for approval by the PUB or approved by City Council (whichever meets first) and; (e) standard purchasing practices have been followed. The general purchases up to $100,000 that were approved by the City Manager during fiscal year
2021-2022 are provided for informational purposes (Attachment 3). Fourteen purchases and amendments were approved by the City Manager using this authority. The City Manager’s additional expenditure authority for DME purchases up to $500,000 was not utilized in fiscal year 2021-2022.
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CONCLUSION:
Granting the City Manager expenditure authority for general purchases up to $100,000 provides Council more time and opportunity to review larger expenses and non-routine purchases. This also
allows the departments to proceed with projects and purchases more expeditiously. These approvals will be provided to Council at the conclusion of each fiscal year.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance No. 2006-237
2. Ordinance No. 2009-189
3. FY 2021-2022 purchases below $100,000
STAFF CONTACT: Christopher Moar
Ethics & Compliance Officer
(940) 349-8174 Christopher.moar@cityofdenton.com
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Procurement
Finance
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: 2 hours
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City Manager Signature Contract Log
FY 2021-22
Bid/File Vendor Description Approval Date Total $ Submitting Department
7867 EJ Ward Inc. EJ Ward SaaS Support (Cloud hosted Fuel View IOT) 11/19/21 $49,140 Fleet
7897 Nezat Training & Consulting On-Site Sewer Jetter Truck Safety & Certification Training 12/8/21 $51,096 Water/Wastewater
7859 Genomic Life, Inc. Cancer Guardian program services 2/4/22 $55,640 HR/Risk Management
7905 Itron Inc. Meter Data Management Maintenance 2/1/22 $59,323 Tech Services
7394 Insight Public Sector, Inc. Insight Public Sector Services 2/3/22 $60,000 Tech Services
8087 Barry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker LLC Computer-aided Dispatch Records Management System Assessment 8/22/22 $60,000 Tech Services/Public Safety IT
7739 SHI Government Solutions Rock Solid/Engage Denton Software Platform Renewal 3/14/22 $61,456 Public Affairs
7900 Kirby Smith Machinery Inc. Concrete Saws 12/21/21 $67,554 Fleet
7906 Newgen Strategies & Solutions LLC Depreciation study for DME and TCOS Rate Filing 6/1/22 $72,000 Finance
7519 SHI Government Solutions Technology Equipment, Products, Services, and Software 10/5/21 $90,000 Tech Services
7793 King & Spalding LLP Outside Counsel – Tenaska 10/20/21 $95,500 Legal
8006 Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle Uri Litigation 4/13/22 $99,500 Legal
7994 Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle Covid-19 4/28/22 $99,500 Legal
7991 Booth, Ahrens & Associates General Matters 7/26/22 $99,500 Legal
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Friday Report - Council RequestsSummary of RequestCouncil MemberRequestorDate Received Staff AssignedDepartmentCommentsActionStatus1Inquiry on the potential for adding a QR code tobusiness cards.Mayor Pro Tem Beck11/08/22Monica Benavides, StuartBirdseyeCMO Marketing andCommunicationInformation will be included in afuture Friday Report.In Progress2Request for costs related to the cleanup ofabandoned encampments.Council Member Byrd11/07/22Courtney Douangdara, DanielleShaw, Gary PackanCommunity Services Parks Information will be included in afuture Friday Report.In Progress3Request for cleanup of area on Audra Ln.Council Member Davis MayorHudspeth11/09/22Danielle Shaw, Gary Packan Community Services Parks Information included in the Nov.10 Staff Report.Complete4Request related to the placement of trash carts onthe morning of collection.Council Member McGee 11/08/22Brian BoernerSolid WasteInformation included in the Nov.10 Staff Report.Complete5Request for staff to contact a resident regardingwater pooling in their yard on Westwood Dr.Council Member McGee 11/08/22Becky DivineyCapital Projects/Engineering Request managed andresponded to in EngageDenton.Complete6Inquiry on utility bill due dates and whether they canbe changed.Council Member Byrd11/07/22Christa FosterCustomer ServiceInformation will be included inNovember 10 Friday Report.Complete7Shared information regarding Opioid AbatementSettlement.Mayor Hudspeth11/07/22Cassey OgdenFinanceReferred to FinanceDepartment.Complete8Request for staff to contact individual regardingmultiple people in a single home.Mayor Hudspeth11/07/22Danielle ShawCommunity ServicesInformation included in the Nov.10 Staff Report.Complete9Request for clarification regarding burial permits. Mayor Hudspeth11/07/22Gary PackanParksInformation included in the Nov.10 Staff Report.Complete10Shared information regarding HELPER Act, a VA-style home loan program.Mayor Hudspeth11/07/22Ryan AdamsCMOInformation included in the Nov.10 Staff Report.Complete11Request for cleanup of area on Brinker Road. Council Member Byrd11/07/22Gary Packan, Michael Gange Parks SustainabilityInformation included in the Nov.10 Staff Report.Complete12Request for staff to contact a business ownerregarding zoning questions.Mayor Hudspeth11/03/22Scott McDonald, Tina Firgens Development Services Referred to DevelopmentServices to contact theindividual directly.Complete13Request for information on Eagle Creekdevelopment in relation to drainage, streetlights,mosquito control, etc. .Council Member Davis 11/01/22Michael GangeEnvironmental Services Information included in the Nov.10 Staff Report.Complete14Two-minute pitch request regarding CommunityBenefit Agreements.Council Member McGee 11/10/22Danielle Shaw, Scott McDonald,Tina FirgensCommunity ServicesDevelopment ServicesScheduled for Dec. 6 Councilmeeting.Scheduled15Two-minute pitch request regarding a sales taxordinance.Mayor Hudspeth11/10/22Cassey OgdenFinanceScheduled for the Dec. 6Council meetingScheduledPage 1 of 1Exported on November 10, 2022 3:03:17 PM CST24
FY 22/23 Council Requests
Number of Pending Requests by Council Member Council
Requests
15
Number of Requests Per Quarter Total Requests Made by Council Member
Please Note: the total number of requests per council member or department may
not match, as several council members and/ or departments may be associated
with a single request.
Requests by Department
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Meeting Calendar
City of Denton City Hall
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton, Texas 76201
www.cityofdenton.com
Criteria : Begin Date: 11/1/2022, End Date: 1/31/2023
Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body
November 2022
11/1/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
11/2/2022 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East
Human Resources Training Room
11/2/2022 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center
11/3/2022 8:00 AM Agenda Committee City Hall Conference Room
11/3/2022 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership
Board
Development Service Center
Training Rooms
11/7/2022 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center
11/7/2022 6:00 PM Board of Ethics Council Work Session Room
11/7/2022 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification
Board
Civic Center Community Room
11/9/2022 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership
Board
Development Service Center
Training Rooms
11/9/2022 12:15 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
11/9/2022 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room
11/11/2022 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory
Committee
CANCELED
11/14/2022 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
11/14/2022 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
11/14/2022 12:30 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Development Service Center
11/14/2022 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center
11/14/2022 5:30 PM Library Board Program Room at the North
Branch Library, 3020 N. Locust,
Denton, Texas
11/15/2022 11:30 AM City Council Development Service Center
11/15/2022 4:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
11/16/2022 12:00 PM Downtown Denton Tax Increment
Financing Zone No. 1 Board
Development Service Center
Training Rooms
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Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body
Meeting Calendar continued...
11/16/2022 3:00 PM Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Animal Services Training Room
11/16/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
11/16/2022 6:00 PM Denton Police Department Chief of
Police Advisory Board
Public Safety Training Center
719 E. Hickory Street
Denton, Texas 76205
11/17/2022 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory
Committee
Development Service Center (401
N. Elm Street, Denton, Texas)
11/17/2022 3:00 PM Committee on Persons with Disabilities Development Service Center
11/17/2022 6:00 PM City Council Embassy Suites Denton
Convention Center
&
Council Chambers
11/18/2022 9:00 AM City Council CANCELED
11/18/2022 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory
Committee
CANCELED
11/22/2022 9:00 AM City Council Council Chambers
11/23/2022 12:00 PM Downtown Denton Tax Increment
Financing Zone No. 1 Board
CANCELED
11/28/2022 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
11/29/2022 11:30 AM City Council Denton ISD Central Offices
Building
1307 N. Locust Street
11/30/2022 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room
December 2022
12/1/2022 8:00 AM Agenda Committee City Hall Conference Room
12/1/2022 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership
Board
Development Service Center
Training Rooms
12/1/2022 4:00 PM Public Art Committee Civic Center Community Room
12/5/2022 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification
Board
Civic Center Community Room
12/6/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
12/7/2022 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East
Human Resources Training Room
12/9/2022 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory
Committee
Development Service Center (401
N. Elm Street, Denton, Texas)
12/12/2022 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
12/12/2022 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
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Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body
Meeting Calendar continued...
12/12/2022 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center
12/12/2022 5:30 PM Library Board Meeting Room at the Emily
Fowler Central Library, 502
Oakland St., Denton, Texas
12/13/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
12/14/2022 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership
Board
Development Service Center
Training Rooms
12/14/2022 1:00 PM Community Partnership Committee City Hall Conference Room
12/14/2022 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room
12/14/2022 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
12/16/2022 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory
Committee
Council Work Session Room
12/31/2022 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
January 2023
1/9/2023 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification
Board
Civic Center Community Room
1/10/2023 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
1/11/2023 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room
1/24/2023 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
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City of Denton
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton, Texas 76201
www.cityofdenton.com
City Council
Council Chambers9:00 AMTuesday, November 22, 2022
Special Called Meeting
After determining that a quorum is present, the Special Called Meeting of the City of Denton City Council will
convene on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 215 E.
McKinney Street, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be considered:
1. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton canvassing election returns and
declaring results of the Special Elections held on November 8, 2022; and providing an
effective date.
ID 22-2393A.
NOTE: 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 Special Called 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.
2. CONCLUDING ITEMS
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.
C E R T I F I C A T E
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the official website
(https://tx-denton.civicplus.com/242/Public-Meetings-Agendas) and bulletin board at City Hall, 215 E.
McKinney Street, Denton, Texas, on November 18, 2022, in advance of the 72-hour posting deadline, as
applicable, and in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
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November 22, 2022City Council Meeting Agenda
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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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Meeting Date Item Legistar ID Departments Involved Type Estimated Time
A. Denton Housing Strategy 22-1823 City Manager's Office City Business 0:45
B. City of Denton and Denton Housing Authority Housing Priorities 22-1824 City Manager's Office City Business 0:45
C. Topics for Future Areas of Collaboration or Partnership 22-1825 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
Total Est. Time: 2:00
A. Roadway Impact Fees 22-1719 Capital Projects/Engineering City Business 0:45
B. Development of a Comprehensive Diversionary Ordinance 22-1677 Solid Waste City Business 0:30
C. Two-Minute Pitch: 22-1677 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 1:45
Total Est. Time: 2:30
CANVASSING MEETING ONLY N/A City Manager's Office City Business 0:45
Total Est. Time: 0:45
City Manager's Office City Business
City Manager's Office City Business
City Manager's Office City Business
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:00
A. Denton County Transit Authority Update 21-2807 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
B. Bond Election in 2023 TBD Finance City Business 1:00
C. Fair Chance Hiring 22-2410 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
D. Charter Amendment in 2023 22-2411 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
E. Roadway Impact Fees Follow Up 22-1900 Capital Projects/Engineering City Business 0:30
F. Ethics Ordinance Section 2-272C (Add Financial Payment for Financial
Engagement)22-2209 City Auditor
City Manager's Office
Council Request
Hudspeth (09/27/2022)0:45
G. Follow Up on Fair Chance Hiring TBD City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
H. Two-Minute Pitch: 22-1678 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s)TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 4:45
A. Audit Project 030 – Solid Waste Operations: Phase 1 22-1167 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
B. Audit Follow-Up Reviews – CIP: Planning & Design, and CIP: Construction 22-1166 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
C. Criteria Manuals Discussion (Water, Wastewater, Transportation, et al)22-1714 Capital Projects/Engineering City Business 0:45
D. Hotel Project Legislation 22-2383 Economic Development City Business
E. Denco 911 Update TBD Police City Business 1:00
F. TxDOT Roads & Amendment to Mobility Plan (Roundabout @ Eagle, Bell,
Dallas, & Locust)TBD Engineering Council Request
Davis (09/27/2022)TBD
G. Two-Minute Pitch: 22-1679 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 3:15
January 3, 2022
A. Audit Project 029 - Police Body-Worn Camera Usage 22-2212 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
B. Water, Wastewater Impact Fee Study 22-1930 Finance City Business 1:00
C. FY 22-23 Sustainability Fund Work Plan 22-2185 Environmental & Sustainability City Business 0:30
D. Solicitation/Panhandling Policy 22-1281 Police; Community Services Council Request: Hudspeth
(6/07/2022)0:45
E. Two-Minute Pitch: 22-2266 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 3:15
January 17, 2022
A. Roadway Funding Strategies 22-741 Finance City Business 1:00
B. Two-Minute Pitch: 22-2267 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 1:30
A. GreenSense Update 22-1847 DME City Business 0:45
B. FY 2022-23 Financial Update 22-2381 Finance City Business 1:00
C. DME Budget & Rates 22-2389 Finance City Business 1:00
B. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 3:15
A. Homestead Exemptions 22-2382 Finance City Business 0:30
B. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 1:00
A. Park Fees 22-2390 Finance City Business 0:30
B. Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Fees 22-2263 Finance City Business 1:00
C. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 2:00
A. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:30
City Manager's Office City Business 2:30
November 29, 2022
Special Called Joint Meeting with Denton ISD
(@ 11:30 a.m.)
Denton ISD Central Services Building
TBD TBD
Tentative Work Session Topics and Meeting Information
Updated: November 9, 2022
November 18, 2022 (Friday)
Special Called Meeting - Canvassing Only
(@ 9:00 a.m.)
Council Chambers
December 13, 2022
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting: Public Hearing for Criteria Manuals
November 15, 2022
Work Session (@4:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
December 6, 2022
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting: Public Hearings for Citywide Speed Study and Roadway Impact Fees
TBD
November 15, 2022
Special Called Joint Meeting with DHA
(@ 11:30 a.m.)
At the Development Service Center
November 17, 2022
Mayor's State of the City
Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center
(6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.)
State of the City N/A
March 7 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
March 21 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
NO MEETING - Day after New Year’s Holiday (Observed January 2)
NO MEETING - Day after MLK Day Holiday (January 16); U.S. Conference of Mayors (January 18-20)
February 7 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
January 24, 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
January 10, 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
February 21 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
*This is for planning purposes only. Dates are subject to change.31
Meeting Date Item Legistar ID Departments Involved Type Estimated Time
November 15, 2022
Special Called Joint Meeting with DHA
(@ 11:30 a.m.)
At the Development Service Center
A. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:30
A. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:30
A. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:30
A. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:30
A. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:30
June 20, 2022
June 24, 2023
City Council Retreat (@9:00 a.m.)City Council Retreat TBD City Manager's Office City Business 8:00
A. Two-Minute Pitch: TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): TBD Legal (if any)City Business
Total Est. Time: 0:30
Item Legistar ID Departments Type Estimated Work
Session Date
City Council Communication and Group Effectiveness 22-2182 City Manager's Office Council Priority 0:30
Item Dates Departments Type Estimated Work
Item Date Approved Department Estimated Hours to Complete Requestor
RFP for a Downton Parking Survey 10-18-2022 City Manager's Office Development Services CM Davis
Approved Council Pitches to be Scheduled
Work Session Items to be Determined
Council Priorities and Significant Work Plan Items
to be Scheduled
May 16 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
April 4 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
April 18 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
May 2 , 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
June 27, 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
NO MEETING - Day after Juneteenth Holiday (June 19)
June 6, 2023
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@6:30 p.m.)
Other Major Items for Meeting:
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1 Street Closure Report: Upcoming ClosuresSCR Nov 14th - 20thStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact1Park Access Rd (Off Bonnie Brae)Windsor DrRiney Rd11/15/22 07/31/23 Urbana Bonnie Brae Project: Water, Sewer,Storm, Paving.Private Development PublicWorks InspectionsJeremiah Tillman-David2Wayne StBoydMonzingo11/14/22 01/06/23 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper Exported on November 10, 2022 11:38:43 AM CST33
2 Street Closure Report: Current ClosuresStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact1Atlas DrHercules LnRedstone Rd10/17/22 02/10/23 ReconstructStreetsJeremy Wilks2Augusta DrColonial DrAugusta Dr (2900)07/11/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig3Ave AGreenleeAve A10/25/22 12/23/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper4Ave BUnderwoodMargie St10/05/22 12/02/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper5Ave HPrairie StLouise St09/05/22 11/25/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper6Blackberry WayThistle HLThistle Way10/10/22 11/30/22 French Drain system project DrainageGabriel Rodriguez7Bradshaw StHickory StMcKinney St03/21/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig8Brook Hollow DrGreenway DrCarriage Hill10/07/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig9Camino RealEdwardsPockus Page10/31/22 12/09/22 Street Panel RepairStreetsRoy San Miguel10Clear River LnMontecito DrRambling Brook Trl10/24/22 11/23/22 Sidewalk RepairStreetsRoy San Miguel11Colonial DrThunderbird DrSouth Dead End07/11/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig12Cook StRobertson StWye St10/24/22 02/03/23 Utility installation and roadwayreconstructionEngineeringSeth Garcia13Crawford StHickory StMcKinney St03/21/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig14Crescent StFulton StAlice St09/27/22 12/23/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper15Fairway DrClubview DrLinks Dr10/17/22 11/25/22 Sidewalk RepairStreetsRoy San Miguel16Fulton StGrace Temple AveCongress St10/04/22 12/23/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper17Fulton StOak StGrace Temple Ave09/07/22 12/23/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper18Greenway DrThunderbird DrSouth Dead End07/11/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig19Greenway DrThunderbird Dr.Windsor Farms Dr10/07/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig20Hettie StPaisley StMcKinney St03/21/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig21Hickory StExposition StRuddell St05/02/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig22Hill Alley StJackson StMartin St06/06/22 11/18/22 Utility replacement and roadwayreconstructionEngineeringSeth Garcia23Hinkley Oaks DrBarrydale DrHinkley Oaks (7612)10/10/22 11/18/22 Concrete Panel and sidewalkrepairStreetsRoy San Miguel24Jackson StMorse StHill Alley St06/06/22 11/18/22 Utility replacement and roadwayreconstructionEngineeringSeth Garcia25Jim Christal RdWestern BlvdMasch Branch Rd04/18/22 12/30/22 Exeter PH2: Paving Jim Christal Private Development PublicWorks InspectionsKirk Winter26Johnson RdJohn Paine RdLavon Ln09/02/22 11/25/22 Chris Harp performing LimeStabilization for Johnson RdPrivate Development PublicWorks InspectionsJeremiah Tillman-David27Lakewood DrGreenway DrCarriage Hill10/07/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig28Lonesome TrailBareback LnEnglish Saddle Ln10/24/22 11/18/22 Sidewalk RepairStreetsRoy San Miguel29Masch Branch RdLovers LnHampton Rd06/24/22 12/31/22 Bridge collapse at 3288 N.Masch Branch RdDrainageGabriel Rodriguez30McKinney StBell AveFrame St10/10/22 11/25/22 Restructuring the entrance toFrame St.Public Works Inspections Armando Beltran31McKinney StCrawford RdAudra Ln05/19/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig Exported on November 10, 2022 11:39:27 AM CST34
Street/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact32Morse StLakey StJackson St06/06/22 11/18/22 Utility replacement and roadwayreconstructionEngineeringSeth Garcia33North Texas BlvdI-35WOak St12/13/21 12/30/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement. Therewill be multiple phases ofclosures. Will not be all at onetime.EngineeringScott Fettig34North Texas BlvdOak StHickory St06/10/22 12/30/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig35Oak StMiller StNorth Texas Blvd09/30/22 12/30/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig36Oak StCrawford StWood St04/04/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig37Panhandle StAileen StMalone St08/24/22 11/16/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper38Parkside DrWindsor DrBowling Green St05/31/22 11/18/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig39Peach StLocust StFowler Dr07/18/22 11/18/22 Upgrading 15'' Storm pipe to18''DrainageGabriel Rodriguez40Robertson StBell AveMorse St08/15/22 12/16/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringSeth Garcia41Rose StPaisley StUland St04/25/22 11/30/22 Pavement Replacement EngineeringScott Fettig42Seven Oaks LnRambling Brook TrlSerenity Way10/17/22 11/25/22 Street panels and SidewalkrepairStreetsRoy San Miguel43Stella StNorth Texas BlvdBonnie Brae St10/29/21 12/30/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig44Uland StRose StRailroad Ave04/25/22 12/30/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig45Various Streets11/07/22 11/15/22Repairs made to the microsurfacing treatment on variousstreet. A complete list andschedule of streets receivingrepairs can be found athttps://www.discussdenton.com/street-operationsStreetsJeremy Wilks46Western BlvdJim Christal RdAirport Rd08/01/22 11/30/22 Paving (2) drive approaches Private Development PublicWorks InspectionsKirk Winter47Western BlvdUniversity (380)Airport Rd09/19/22 11/30/22 Western Blvd Paving DecalLanesPrivate Development PublicWorks InspectionsJeremiah Tillman-David48Windsor DrFireside LnBonnie Brae St06/06/22 11/30/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig49Wood StMcKinney StHickory St04/11/22 12/31/22 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringScott Fettig Exported on November 10, 2022 11:39:27 AM CST35
3 Street Closure Report: Completed ClosuresStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact1Bonnie Brae StWindsor DrCarril Al Lago Dr08/15/22 10/26/22 open cut for infrastructureinstallation from westsidebonnie brae to east side ofbonnie brae including utility tapsin 2 phasesPrivate DevelopmentLee Thurmond2Clover LnRobinwood LnGlenwood Ln05/23/22 10/28/22 Wastewater Collections will beinstalling a new sewer main lineand services.WastewaterTiffany Sherrane3Clubhouse Dr (2600 - 2412) Mustang DrSombrero Dr10/03/22 10/18/22 Panel RepairStreetsRoy San Miguel4College Park DrPeach StFowler Dr04/18/22 10/28/22 Water Distribution will beinstalling a new water naim lineand services.WaterTiffany Sherrane5Crisoforo DrSantos DrMorin Dr09/26/22 10/25/22 Sidewalk RepairStreetsRoy San Miguel6Fowler DrCollege Park DrPeach St04/18/22 10/28/22 Water Distribution will beinstalling a new water main lineand servicesWaterTiffany Sherrane7Hickory StRailroad AveExposition St09/06/22 10/14/22 Demo on floor plan (privatework)Public Works Inspections Armando Beltran8Hickory StBell AveRailroad Ave10/10/22 10/14/22 Concrete street panelrepair/replacement for eastbound lanes.Zabdiel Mota9Live Oak StRobinwood LnCrestwood Pl05/23/22 10/28/22 Wastewater collections will beinstalling a new sewer main lineand services.WastewaterTiffany Sherrane10Long RoadStuart RoadSherman Drive11/09/22 11/11/22 Water tap on existing line Public Works Inspections Tucker Eller11Mack PlPaisley StLee Dr08/22/22 10/14/22 Street ReconstructionEngineeringDustin Draper12McKinney StElm StLocust St10/17/22 10/21/22 Wastewater Collections will bereplacing a sanitary sewermanhole and wastewater mainline.WastewaterTiffany Sherrane13McKinney StBell AveFrame St10/10/22 11/11/22 Inlets and approachesPublic Works Inspections Armando Beltran14Mistywood LnSherwood StRobinwood Ln05/23/22 10/28/22 Wastewater Collections will beinstalling a new sewer main lineand services.WastewaterTiffany Sherrane15Mockingbird LnStockton StMingo Rd09/19/22 10/14/22 Restore the paving leavouts Public Works Inspections Armano Beltran16Montecito DrRyan RdDead end10/10/22 11/09/22 Mill OverlayEngineeringSeth Garcia17Nottingham DrChurchill DrDevonshire Ct10/17/22 11/04/22 Valley Gutter and Curb Repair StreetsRoy San Miguel18Oceanview DrMarina DrIntersection10/24/22 11/11/22 Concrete Panel repairStreetsRoy San Miguel19Peach StLocust StPalmer Dr04/18/22 10/28/22 Water Distribution will beinstalling a new water main lineand services.WaterTiffany Sherrane20Robinwood LnKayewwod DrEmerson Ln05/23/22 10/28/22 Wastewater Collections will beinstalling a new sewer main lineand services.WastewaterTiffany Sherrane21Ruddell StRuddell St N (1526)Ruddell St N (1528)10/26/22 10/28/22 Wastewater Collections will bereplacing two wastewaterservice lines.WastewaterTiffany Sherrane22Windsor DrLongfellow LnWilsonwood Dr10/04/22 10/14/22 Sidewalk repairEngineeringDustin Draper23Wintercreek Dr (1212) Green Bend DrBeechwood Dr10/03/22 10/18/22 Concrete Panel Repair StreetsRoy San Miguel Exported on November 10, 2022 11:39:41 AM CST36