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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 13, 2011 Agenda AGENDA CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL December 13, 2011 After determining in Special Called Open Session that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene in a Special Called Closed Session on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas at which the following item will be considered: Note: 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, as set forth below. 1. Closed Session A.Deliberation regarding personnel matters – Under Texas Government Code Section 551.074. 1.Deliberate and discuss the evaluation, duties, discipline, and contracts of the City Attorney, Municipal Court Judge, and City Manager. B.Deliberations regarding Real Property – Under Texas Government Code, Section 551.072; and Consultation with Attorney – Under Texas Government Code, Section 551.071. 1.Discuss, deliberate and receive information from staff and provide staff with direction pertaining to the potential acquisition of real property interests located in Denton County, Texas, out of the John Davis Survey, Abstract Number 326, the Thomas Toby Survey, Abstract Number 1285, the James Perry Survey, Abstract Number 1040, the John Scott Survey, Abstract Number 1222, the John Bacon Survey, Abstract Number 1541, the E. Puchalski Survey, Abstract Number 996, and the F.P. Johnson, C.R. Green, J.F. Myers, and H.F. Brummett Surveys, Abstract Number 1699 and generally located north, east and west of the City of Denton Airport, related to the construction of a combined heat and power (CHP) plant. Consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding legal issues associated with such potential real property interest acquisition and the operation of the CHP and infrastructure related thereto, where a public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas, or would jeopardize the City’s legal position in any potential litigation. C.Deliberations regarding Certain Public Power Utilities: Competitive Matters – Under Texas Government Code Section 551.086; and Consultation with Attorneys – Under Texas Government Code, Section 551.071. 1.Receive a further presentation from Denton Municipal Electric staff regarding a public power competitive and financial matter regarding the planning and construction of the proposed Denton natural gas pipeline related to the construction of the combined heat and power (CHP) plant. Discuss, deliberate and provide Staff with direction. City of Denton City Council Agenda December 13, 2011 Page 2 D. Consultation with Attorney – Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071. 1. Receive a briefing from and consult with the city’s attorneys regarding Item 3 on the Special Called Session Agenda of December 13, 2011 regarding a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation on property located within a Neighborhood Residential 4 (NR-4) zoning and use district on approximately 2.066 acres located generally south of McKinney Street, approximately 900 feet west of Trinity Road. Joint Meeting of the City of Denton City Council and the Texas Woman’s University Board of Directors on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney, Denton, Texas at which the first posted item will be considered. nd Following the completion of the luncheon, the City Council will convene in a 2 Tuesday Session in the City Council Work Session Room at which the second and third posted items will be considered. nd NOTE: A 2 Tuesday Session is used to explore matters of interest to one or more City Council Members or the City Manager for the purpose of giving staff direction into whether or not such matters should be placed on a future regular or special meeting of the Council for citizen input, nd City Council deliberation and formal City action. At a 2 Tuesday Session, the City Council generally receives informal and preliminary reports and information from City staff, officials, members of City committees, and the individual or organization proposing council action, if invited by City Council or City Manager to participate in the session. Participation by individuals and members of organizations invited to speak ceases when the Mayor announces the nd session is being closed to public input. Although 2 Tuesday Sessions are public meetings, and citizens have a legal right to attend, they are not public hearings, so citizens are not allowed to participate in the session unless invited to do so by the Mayor. Any citizen may supply to the City Council, prior to the beginning of the session, a written report regarding the citizen’s opinion on the matter being explored. Should the Council direct the matter be placed on a regular meeting agenda, the staff will generally prepare a final report defining the proposed action, which will be made available to all citizens prior to the regular meeting at which citizen input is sought. The purpose of this procedure is to allow citizens attending the regular meeting the opportunity to hear the views of their fellow citizens without having to attend two meetings. 1. Hold a discussion regarding City of Denton and Texas Woman’s University’s plans, goals and visions concerning growth and expansion trends and how such may impact the community; further hold a discussion as to how each entity may assist the other and enhance a mutually beneficial relationship. 2. Receive an update, hold a discussion, and give staff direction concerning the Phase II Sustainability Plan. 3. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding amending Section 35.7.14 of the Denton Development Code relative to standards governing the City’s Infill Development Special Purpose District. City of Denton City Council Agenda December 13, 2011 Page 3 Following the completion of the work session, the City Council will convene in a Special Called Session in the City Council Work Session Room to consider the following: 1. Consider adoption of an ordinance awarding a Professional Services Agreement for the professional services and engineering design of the proposed Denton natural gas pipeline; providing for the expenditure of funds therefore; and providing an effective date (RFQ 4693 – Request for Qualifications for Professional Services and Engineering Design of the Proposed Denton Natural Gas Pipeline awarded to Teague Nall & Perkins in the amount of $489,800 for engineering/design services and construction administration). 2. Consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to approve a First Amendment to an Airport Safety Equipment Lease dated October 4, 2011 between the City of Denton, Texas and Jet Works Air Center; and providing an effective date. 3. Continue a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation on property located within a Neighborhood Residential 4 (NR-4) zoning and use district on approximately 2.066 acres. The subject property is generally located south of McKinney Street, approximately 900 feet west of Trinity Road; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof, severability and an effective date.(S11-0002, Lake Dallas Storage) The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (3-2). 4. Possible Continuation of Closed Meeting under Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act. C E R T I F I C A T E 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 ________day of ___________________, 2011 at ________o'clock (a.m.) (p.m.) ____________________________________ CITY SECRETARY NOTE: THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM IS ACCESSIBLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. THE CITY WILL PROVIDE 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 349-8309 OR USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR THE DEAF (TDD) BY CALLING 1-800- RELAY-TX SO THAT A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER CAN BE SCHEDULED THROUGH THE CITY SECRETARY’S OFFICE. WS #2 AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET AGENDA DATE : December 13, 2011 DEPARTMENT : Utilities Administration ACM: Howard Martin, 349-8232 SUBJECT Receive an update, hold a discussion, and give staff direction concerning the Phase II Sustainability Plan. BACKGROUND One of the projects outlined in the City of Denton’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) was completion of "Phase II" of the City of Denton's Sustainability Plan. Recall that the initial activities associated with development of Denton's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy (EECS) during the early phases of the EECBG included the development of “Phase I” of Denton's Sustainability Initiative. Phase I included an evaluation of existing environmental initiatives and establishment of a baseline for Denton, created industry comparison criteria for green initiatives/sustainability efforts, benchmarked Denton against these criteria by categories, and provided a technical report summarizing study results. Phase II of the Denton Sustainability Initiative includes (very briefly) prioritizing baseline evaluation components of Phase I; establishing a community partners group; developing goals and strategies via a series of staff and public meetings; identifying funding, resources, and staffing needs; developing methods for tracking and progress reporting; and implementing identified strategies. The overall goal of the project is to create a comprehensive sustainability plan for Denton that encompasses municipal operations, community / citizens, and the commercial / industrial sectors of the community. The City of Denton Strategic Plan, adopted by City Council in April, included sustainability elements throughout. The Sustainability Plan which includes citizen involvement as well as staff and advisory committee suggestions is the ideal tool for ensuring that these elements are included in the planning and operations of the city of Denton. Citizen involvement was a crucial component of the Sustainability Plan development process. Two community meetings and a survey were used to solicit input and suggestions for the Plan. The community meetings were held in April, and had over 80 attendees. The citizen survey was provided in both printed and online versions, and over 200 responses were received. The responses from the meetings, surveys, and various stakeholder groups resulted in a list of over 500 sustainability strategies. An initial screening process was used to consolidate strategies that were suggested by multiple citizens, strategies that did not fall under the direct control of the City, or strategies that were already underway but needed additional community education. A Community Partners Committee, comprised of community representatives, was then formed to help consolidate and prioritize the remaining list of strategies. An Interdepartmental Team comprised of City staff was also established to help provide input on strategies. Staff has worked closely with the project consultant Camp, Dresser, and McKee (CDM), the Community Partners Committee, and the City Council Committee on the Environment to create an appropriate prioritization framework to review the suggested strategies. This process allowed CDM to have a list of strategies that could fit into a framework for the draft plan. The input of the Community Partners and the Committee on the Environment has been crucial to keeping the planning process moving forward and bringing us to the point of having a draft plan to present for Council review. Each Focus Area in the Plan has successes to date, specific strategies and implementation actions, and additional strategies for future consideration. CDM will go into more detail about how each of these was categorized and how the plan is intended to be a document that will allow the flexibility to respond to changes and opportunities as they arise. Ms. Amelia Ravin, Ms. Melissa Peters and Ms. Glennis Nelson of Camp, Dresser, and McKee (CDM) will update the City Council about the process and present a brief overview of the draft plan. Staff and CDM would greatly appreciate any feedback or recommendations from the City Council regarding the draft plan. Staff would also like to discuss a timeline for presenting the final Plan. PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (Council, Boards, Commissions) February 2, 2009: Committee on the Environment (Individual Item concerning Community Sustainability Initiatives). February 18, 2009: Committee on the Environment (Individual item concerning Community Sustainability initiatives) September 17, 2009: Committee on the Environment (as a part of Assistant City Manager “ACM” grant update) November 2, 2009: Committee on the Environment (ACM update). December 9, 2009: Presentation of ranking strategy methodology to the Committee on the Environment. January 13, 2010: Presentation of final ranking strategy to the Committee on the Environment. January 15, 2010: Staff report to City Council outlining Committee on the Environment Recommendation and staff’s intent to submit recommended projects. April 5, 2010: Staff report to City Council concerning the notice of approval from the Department of Energy of the City of Denton’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) awarded to the City of Denton. April 6, 2010: Presentation of an ordinance of the City of Denton Texas authorizing the City Manager or his designee(s) to administer all expenditures of the EECBG. August 2, 2010: Staff provided an update of grant progress and challenges to the Committee on the Environment September 13, 2010 Staff provided an ACM update announcing selection of CDM as the consultant selected for the Phase II Sustainability Planning project. November 1, 2010: Staff provided an analysis of the current status of EECBG projects, and recommended cancellation of the anaerobic digester project and reallocation of funding among other projects. The recommendation was approved by the Committee on the Environment and was provided to the City Council in the reading file for this week. November 16, 2010: Ordinance adopted for Professional Services Agreement with CDM for preparation of a sustainability plan and implementation strategy for the City of Denton. January 14, 2011: Kick-off - Interdepartmental Team February 7, 2011: CDM Presentation to Committee on Environment April 5, 2011: CDM Presentation to City Council Work Session April 6 & 7, 2011: Community Meetings were held at the Civic Center to engage the public in the process. More than 80 citizens attended the two meetings and provided feedback. April 7, 2011: Kick-off - Community Partners Committee March-April 2011: Online and Paper Surveys accepted May 17, 2011: COE ACM Update with meeting notes from Partners and Interdepartmental Team Meetings June 14, 2011: Community Partners Meeting #2, Interdepartmental Team Meeting #2 August 1, 2011: COE ACM Update with meeting notes from Partners and Interdepartmental Team Meetings September 14, 2011: Community Partners Meeting #3 October 3, 2011: CDM Presentation to Committee on Environment November 10, 2011: Community Partners Meeting # 4 November 11, 2011: CDM Presentation to Committee on Environment EXHIBITS 1. Power Point Presentation 2. Denton Report Layout Draft 3. Comments from Community Partners 4. Draft Sustainability Plan Respectfully prepared and submitted by, Katherine Barnett Sustainability and Special Projects Administrator 11/30/2011 phase II of sustainability plan phase II of sustainability plan Denton City Council Denton City Council December 13, 2011 Introductions Amelia Pellegrin, AICP, LEED AP Project Manager –Project Manager Melissa Peters, AICP –Sustainability Planner Glennis Nelson –Public Outreach & Involvement City of Denton y Ken Banks Katherine Barnett Victoria Venet 1 11/30/2011 Today’s Agenda Project Summary & Progress Update Public Outreach and Involvement Draft Plan Overview Input & Comments Received Next Steps Phase II -Purpose for the City of Develop a Sustainability Plan • Dentonovernment and communit –gy gy of the plan through Facilitate implementation • partnership development and public involvement Create an Implementation Tracking Tool & • for measurin and g Communications Tool g reporting progress 2 11/30/2011 Phase II Overview Develop and Distribute Stakeholders Kickoff Meeting with Survey: Steering, Workshop 1: Vision, Steering Committee Stakeholders and Public goals and strategies, Stakeholders and Public goals and strategies SWOT Meeting / Compile and Analyze Public Meetings: solicit Workshop 2: prioritize, Survey Results and strategies and identify gaps, metrics Public Strategy Inputprioritization input Draft Plan –City and Develop Tool –Metrics, Final Draft Review and Stakeholder ReviewImp. Tracking and Plan Finalization and CommunicationRelease Public Outreach to Date Interdepartmental Team: • 2 briefings, ongoing review Community Meetings: • 80 attendees Community Survey: • 199 responses Sustainability Partners: • 4workshops 4workshops Committee on the • Environment: 3 briefings 3 11/30/2011 Community Input: What We Learned Substantial community interest and support • for sustainability initiatives Denton’s successes to date are significant, • but not well known A lot of interest in existing programs and • initiatives Draft Plan Overview 4 11/30/2011 Plan Organization & Hierarchy 8 focus areas: water, local food etc. local food etc Each focus area contains several goals Each focus area uses several strategies to meet those goals (30) For each strategy, the plan includes actions to achieve success Prioritization –From 400+ to 30 Strategies Of 58 Strategies: 30 in Plan 18 Successes to Date 10 Additional for Future Consideration 5 11/30/2011 Strategies & Actions Actions are being Actions are being vetted with various City departments and Partners –must be feasible and achievable Key Performance Indicators Key Performance Indicators • (KPIs) are used to measure progress: Measurable on a regular basis – Accurate and representative of – the goal Targeted to reduce staff effort – City will track KPIs on a • City will track KPIs on a regular basis with the help of the implementation and tracking tool to be developed 6 11/30/2011 Plan Implementation Implementation will be ongoing • Measuring and communicating progress are • Measuring and communicating progress are very important to the success of the plan Plan will be evaluated and updated on a • regular basis Strategies and actions may shift given • ,, different priorities funding changes staff different priorities funding changes staff changes etc. The prioritized list of strategies provides a • menu for future consideration Partners Input on Draft Plan Provided information on successes to date • Suggested incorporating more emphasis on • education Stressed importance of • budgeting and City budgeting and City commitment to Plan 7 11/30/2011 COE Input on Draft Plan Suggested coordination with the Comprehensive • Plan Update Plan should be reviewed and updated on an • annual basis Emphasized importance of tracking successes • and achievements and achievements Recommended full Council review and regroup • in January Next Steps & Timeline Addressing comments from Partners and • COE Please provide comments and input • through January 15 th Draft Sustainability Implementation & • Tracking Tool Development – Tracking Tool Development – February/March Finalize Plan & Tool –April • 8 11/30/2011 Thank you! 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Chapter3Strategy2ShortTerm Chapter4Strategy1ShortTerm Chapter6Strategy3‘ShortTerm(revise) ShortTerm(revise) Chapter6Strategy5‘ShortTermChapter6Strategy3‘ Chapter6Strategy6‘CorrectcurrentzoningstatementvSentence1. Chapter10Strategy2clarifycommunitymarket Planningshouldattendtoanswerquestionsateachmeeting FinishTreeCode‘short·;©’vuu Simply Sustainable – A Strategic Plan for Denton’s Future Table of Contents Executive Summary Letter from Mayor/City Council Letter from City Manager Glossary Chapter 1 - Introduction Background ................................................................................................................ Vision and Guiding Principles ................................................................................... Focus Areas and Sustainability Goals ..................................................................... Plan Structure .............................................................................................................. Chapter 2 – Public Engagement Working Groups .......................................................................................................... Sustainability Partners Group ............................................................................. Interdepartmental Team .................................................................................... Committee on the Environment ....................................................................... Community Meetings ................................................................................................ Sustainability Survey ................................................................................................... What We Learned From Public Engagement ........................................................ Chapter 3 – Water Goals ............................................................................................................................ Why Water Management Matters for a Sustainable Denton ............................ Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ........................................................... Sustainability Metrics .................................................................................................. Strategy #1 – Minimize Wastewater Impacts on the Environment ..................... Strategy #2 – Rewrite and Adopt Changes to the Drainage Design Criteria Manual Strategy #3 –Maintain High Quality Drinking Water ............................................. Strategy #4 – Exceed Minimum Regulatory Compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Municipal Stormwater Permit ........... Additional Strategies for Consideration .................................................................. 1 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Chapter 4 – Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Management Goals ............................................................................................................................ Why Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Management Matters for a Sustainable Denton Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ........................................................... Sustainability Metrics .................................................................................................. Strategy #1 – Develop and Implement a Sustainable Municipal Fleet Program Strategy #2 – Develop a GHG Program for Municipal Operations ................... Additional Strategies for Consideration .................................................................. Chapter 5 – Energy Conservation and Efficiency Goals Why Energy Conservation and Efficiency Matters for a Sustainable Denton .. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ........................................................... Sustainability Metrics .................................................................................................. Strategy #1 – Expand Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program Strategy #2 – Adopt the Most Current Building Codes in a Timely Manner and Continue to Exceed Current International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Minimum Requirements .......................................................................... Strategy #3 – Consider Developing a Sustainable Building Rating program for New and Existing Facilities, Including Commercial and Residential Single Family, Multi- family and Neighborhood Developments .......................................... Strategy #4 – Improve the Energy Efficiency of Existing Homes and Buildings Additional Strategies for Consideration .................................................................. Chapter 6 – Land Use and Open/Natural Space Goals Why Land Use and Open/Natural Space Matters for a Sustainable Denton .. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ........................................................... Sustainability Metrics .................................................................................................. Strategy #1 – Promote Infill Incentives .................................................................... Strategy #2 – Evaluate Available Affordable Housing Programs/Incentives and Implement as Feasible ............................................................................ Strategy #3 – Revise and Implement Subchapter 17 of the Denton Development Code Regarding Environmentally Sensitive Areas ............................. Strategy #4 – Implement a Program to Clean Up, Redevelop and Reuse Brownfield Sites ............................................................................................................ Strategy #5 – Implement Code Changes So That Landscape Requirements are Based on the Concept of Multiples Uses (Stormwater, Shading, Drought Tolerance) Strategy #6 –Promote Mixed-use and Compact Development in Targeted Areas Strategy #7 – Complete and Implement Tree Code ........................................... 2 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Strategy #8 – Complete and Implement Subchapter 22 and Related Code Changes Concerning Gas Well Drilling and Regulation ..................................... Additional Strategies for Consideration .................................................................. Chapter 7 – Transportation Goals Why Transportation Matters for a Sustainable Denton ......................................... Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ........................................................... Strategy #1 – Revise Current Parking Standards to Provide Flexibility and Reduce Environmental Impacts ........................................................................... Strategy #2 – Improve and Promote Pedestrian Opportunities ......................... Strategy #3 – Implement the Bicycle Master Plan ................................................ Additional Strategies for Consideration .................................................................. Chapter 8 – Education, Communication and Community Involvement Goals Why Education, Communication and Community Involvement Matter for a Sustainable Denton ................................................................................. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ........................................................... Sustainability Metrics .................................................................................................. Strategy #1 – Create a Sustainability Advisory Council ....................................... Strategy #2 – Create a Green Business Program to Identify and Recognize Sustainable Businesses .................................................................................................. Strategy #3 –Develop a Section in the Chamber of Commerce Newsletter to Highlight Sustainable Businesses ............................................................................. Chapter 9 – Material Resources Management Goals Material Resources Management ........................................................................... Success to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ............................................................... Sustainability Metrics .................................................................................................. Strategy #1 – Promote Clean-up Events ................................................................ Strategy #2 – Establish Formal Environmentally Preferred Purchasing Policy ... Strategy #3 – Divert Solid Waste from Landfill through Recycling ...................... Chapter 10 – Local Food Production Goals .................................................................................................................... Why Local Food Production Matters for a Sustainable Denton ......................... Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives ........................................................... Sustainability Metrics .................................................................................................. Strategy #1 – Encourage Community Gardens within City Limits ...................... 3 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Strategy #2 – Evaluate Opportunities to Increase Access and Availability of Local Food, including Backyard Urban Gardens, Backyard Urban Chickens and Food Cooperatives ................................................................................. Strategy #3 – Increase Number of Vendors Participating at Farmer’s Markets and Craft Fairs in the Community ............................................................................ Chapter 11 – Implementation Selection of Strategies for Implementation ............................................................ Resources Needed for Implementation ................................................................. Development of Action Plans and Monitoring Plans ........................................... Measuring and Communicating Progress ............................................................. Sustainability Management Tool ............................................................................. Continued Program Development ......................................................................... Appendices A – Community & Partners Meeting Summaries B – Sustainability Survey Summary Report C – Strategy Prioritization and Selection Appendix C-1 Full-list of 500+ Strategies Appendix C-2 List of 300+ Strategies Appendix C-3 List of 90+ Strategies Appendix C-4 Results of Strategy Prioritization Appendix C-5 Summary of Strategy Prioritization Sorted by Focus Area 4 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Executive Summary The City of Denton is committed to improving quality of life, protecting the environment and creating economic opportunities for its citizens, businesses and institutions. “Simply Sustainable -- A Strategic Plan for Denton’s Future” is the result of a collaborative effort with our citizens, workforce, business owners, institutional leaders and elected officials working to improve our environment, economy and community. It is a plan developed by the community and for the community. Provided herein is an executive summary of the Plan, for which the full document can be downloaded at www.sustainabledenton.com Sustainable Denton Vision and Guiding Principles Sustainability is defined as “meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet those same needs.” Working with the community and key stakeholders, the City developed a common vision for a sustainable Denton, along with guiding principles to help lead the way: The City of Denton will be a sustainable community that will engage our employees, VISION: businesses, institutions, organizations and citizens in more sustainable practices. We will work in a leadership role to improve our environment, and utilize our resources in ways that are fiscally and socially responsible. We do all of this to protect and restore our environment, create economic value, and support and strengthen our community. Guiding Principles: Involve the community in developing and implementing a sustainability plan. Develop partnerships that encourage collaboration on sustainability issues. Promote energy management practices within municipal operations and throughout the community that are efficient, economically sound while reducing emissions. Support transportation strategies that reduce air pollution and increase alternative transportation choices. Support waste management strategies, including diversion, reuse, recycling and energy producing disposal options. Support green building and sustainable site management within the Denton community through policy implementation, education and incentives. Maintain a diversified power supply portfolio while establishing aggressive energy efficiency and energy conservation programs. Commit to the use and purchase of environmentally and socially responsible materials and products. 5 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Provide high quality drinking water, wastewater treatment and watershed management in ways that are environmentally and economically sustainable for current and future customers. Conduct all of the activities above with a focus on inclusiveness, equity and social responsibility. Focus Areas and Sustainability Goals Advancing our vision for a sustainable Denton will involve innovation and collaboration across many sectors of the community. To facilitate these actions, the Plan is organized into eight focus areas, each accompanied by goals and strategies and actions to achieve results. Focus Areas Sustainability Goals Protect and restore Denton’s water bodies Water Maintain high level of drinking water quality Invest in sustainable stormwater and watershed infrastructure and management Ensure wastewater is collected, treated, and discharged in accordance with all regulatory requirements Take measures to encourage reductions in per capita water consumption Improve regional air quality and take actions to Air Quality and GHG improve non-attainment status Management Take actions to reduce air pollutant emissions, including greenhouse gases and emissions from government operations Invest in renewable energy generation Energy Efficiency and Encourage energy conservation and efficiency in Conservation new and existing homes and businesses Ensure efficient energy use in city government facilities through demand reduction in both new construction and building retrofits Continue to require exceptional energy efficiency building standards for new construction Promote land use and code/zoning patterns that Land Use and Open Space positively affect energy use and the environment Preserve open space, natural areas and tree canopy Minimize water use, promote stormwater quality and reduce stormwater quantity through management measures Promote redevelopment of infill areas and 6 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 brownfield sites Expand non-vehicle mode of transportation Transportation infrastructure Promote ridership of public transportation and use of fuel efficient/alternative fuel vehicles Reduce environmental impacts from impervious parking surfaces Develop and promote city government and Education, Communication community sustainability programs and Community Encourage and promote citizen involvement Involvement Increase sustainability education, awareness and personal responsibility Reduce solid waste generation and divert waste Material Resources away from landfill disposal through increased Management recycling and reuse options Leverage city government’s purchasing power to procure goods and services that cause less harm to humans and the environment, in accordance with procurement laws and regulations Encourage local food production and distribution Local Food Production 7 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Strategies for a More Sustainable Denton The Plan includes 30 strategies across the eight focus areas, which were selected through a rigorous public involvement and prioritization process. These strategies include recommendations for policies, community programs, outreach and education, and capital improvements. Implementation actions are identified for each strategy. The sum is certainly greater than the parts –on their own, each strategy provides a distinct benefit, but as a collective whole the Plan provides a substantial opportunity for improving sustainability in Denton. [Placeholder for strategies pie chart graphic, each pie slice = focus area with strategies listed. Caption: Each piece of the pie plays an important role, but as a whole the potential for a more sustainable Denton is even greater.] Measuring and Communicating Progress Sustainability can be difficult to measure. Throughout the planning process, Denton has focused on quantitative and representative metrics that are already tracked or easily available at the City scale. The Plan utilizes key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress. For each KPI, a baseline measurement is provided and targets are established for sustainability improvements. Measuring and communicating the status of these indicators is an important component of the implementation of the Plan. [ Placeholder for graphic – mockup of sustainable Denton report card from tool] Ongoing Implementation and Continual Improvement The Plan is a living document that will be updated on a regular basis. The selection of strategies for future implementation will be based on the current and projected status of the City’s budget, external partnerships and funding sources, emerging City activities, and stakeholder input. In future sustainability planning updates, the City will consider lessons learned from the successes and challenges of implementation. In effect, this Plan will serve as a mechanism for continual improvement and help to inspire an increasingly more sustainable Denton. 8 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Chapter 1 Introduction The City of Denton is committed to improving quality of life, protecting the environment and creating economic opportunities for its citizens, businesses and institutions. This plan is the result of a collaborative effort with our citizens, workers, business owners, institutional leaders and elected officials working to improve our environment, economy and community. It is a plan developed by the community for the community. Sustainability is defined as “meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of Environmental, social and economic future generations to meet those same needs.” realities have prompted many communities to assess and consider plans for long-term sustainability. By supporting healthy air and water, transportation alternatives, local food options, economic development opportunities and safe places to live, work and play, sustainability planning can help Denton attract and retain residents, businesses and investments. Sustainability planning is a long-term, comprehensive approach to decision making that addresses economic, environmental and social impacts. Sustainability planning aims to build stronger ties throughout the community by addressing multiple issues simultaneously instead of in isolation. Success is measured not only by financial performance (the traditional bottom line) but also by environmental benefit and social responsibility. Background While the City of Denton (City) has embraced sustainability concepts for decades, this Plan is the City’s first systematic and comprehensive approach to implementing sustainability improvements throughout the community. Long before sustainability became a current issue, the City worked to protect the environment and enhance citizens’ lives. The roots of environmental management in Denton are deep, and the City’s approach to environmental management aims to balance the protection of natural resources with the economic and social realities of resource utilization. Historically, sustainability programs in the City of Denton focused primarily on water and wastewater management. However, as regulations became more stringent and far reaching, programs were developed to address land uses, sludge management, waste disposal management, air quality and energy issues. While the impetus for establishing these programs was predominantly regulatory compliance and resource protection, the City recognized the benefits of sustainable management. Today the City’s operations are more focused on balancing the economic, political and social implications of policies and programs. One of the goals of City Officials and staff is “to encourage and support sustainability projects both internally and externally.” Today, 9 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 sustainability is a directive of the City Council and has been incorporated into all levels of the City’s strategic planning efforts. This directive continues with the creation and implementation of this plan. Vision and Guiding Principles The City worked with the community to develop a collective vision for a Sustainable Denton to “improve our environment, create economic value, and support and strengthen our community.” The vision forms the foundation of the plan. Guiding principles were established to support the community’s vision for sustainability: Vision for a Sustainable Denton The City of Denton will be a sustainable community that will engage our Involve the community in developing employees, businesses, institutions, and implementing a sustainability plan. organizations and citizens in more Develop partnerships that encourage sustainable practices. We will work in a collaboration on sustainability issues. leadership role to improve our Promote energy management environment, and utilize our resources in ways that are fiscally and socially practices within municipal operations responsible. We do all of this to protect and throughout the community that are and restore our environment, create efficient, economically sound while economic value, and support and reducing emissions. strengthen our community. Support transportation strategies that reduce air pollution and increase alternative transportation choices. Support waste management strategies, including diversion, reuse, recycling and energy producing disposal options. Support green building and sustainable site management within the Denton community through policy implementation, education and incentives. Maintain a diversified power supply portfolio while establishing aggressive energy efficiency and energy conservation programs. Commit to the use and purchase of environmentally and socially responsible materials and products. Provide high quality drinking water, wastewater treatment and watershed management in ways that are environmentally and economically sustainable for current and future customers. Conduct all of the activities above with a focus on inclusiveness, equity and social responsibility. Focus Areas and Sustainability Goals The Plan is organized by eight strategic focus areas: Water, Air Quality and GHG Management, Energy Efficiency and Conservation, Land Use and Open Space, Transportation, Education, Communication and Community Involvement, Material Resources Management and Local Food Production. 10 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 In support of the eight focus areas, sustainability goals were developed to achieve the Vision for a Sustainable Denton. The sustainability strategies and actions identified by the community in the following chapters align with these goals. The goals are listed in terms of priority as indicated by community stakeholders. Focus Areas Sustainability Goals Protect and restore Denton’s water bodies Water Maintain high level of drinking water quality Invest in sustainable stormwater and watershed infrastructure and management Ensure wastewater is collected, treated, and discharged in accordance with all regulatory requirements Take measures to encourage reductions in per capita water consumption Improve regional air quality and take actions to Air Quality and GHG improve non-attainment status Management Take actions to reduce air pollutant emissions, including greenhouse gases and emissions from government operations Invest in renewable energy generation Energy Efficiency and Encourage energy conservation and efficiency in Conservation new and existing homes and businesses Ensure efficient energy use in city government facilities through demand reduction in both new construction and building retrofits Continue to require exceptional energy efficiency building standards for new construction Promote land use and code/zoning patterns that Land Use and Open Space positively affect energy use and the environment Preserve open space, natural areas and tree canopy Minimize water use, promote stormwater quality and through management reduce stormwater quantity measures Promote redevelopment of infill areas and brownfield sites Expand non-vehicle mode of transportation Transportation infrastructure Promote ridership of public transportation and use of fuel efficient/alternative fuel vehicles Reduce environmental impacts from impervious parking surfaces 11 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Develop and promote city government and Education, Communication community sustainability programs and Community Encourage and promote citizen involvement Involvement Increase sustainability education, awareness and personal responsibility Reduce solid waste generation and divert waste Material Resources away from landfill disposal through increased Management recycling and reuse options Leverage city government’s purchasing power to procure goods and services that cause less harm to humans and the environment, in accordance with procurement laws and regulations Encourage local food production and distribution Local Food Production Plan Structure This Plan lays out the steps to a more sustainable Denton. It articulates a collective vision, identifies priority goals, sets ambitious targets to measure progress, and recommends initial strategies and actions on how to accomplish the City’s vision and sustainability goals. In this chapter, the vision, guiding principles, focus areas and strategic sustainability goals are presented. 12 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Chapter 2 describes the extensive and inclusive public engagement process that helped to shape this Plan. Chapters 3 through 10 present each of the focus areas. Each chapter outlines strategies to support focus area goals. Successes to date and ongoing initiatives are also described for each focus area. The Plan identifies 30 strategies; ten additional strategies are identified to be considered for further analysis as funding permits and priorities change. Each strategy summary includes actions and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to help measure progress. Specific targets are identified to represent milestones and guide the City’s progress. These indicators and targets may be reported and tracked at either the strategy or action level. Each strategy is summarized in a “Sustainability Snapshot” to provide a quick overview of the implementation, costs and benefits involved. The table below provides a guide to the sustainability snapshot components. Finally, Chapter 11 presents the implementation plan, the City’s own sustainability management tool, and recommendations for continued program development. 13 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainability Snapshot Guide SnapshotDescription Snapshot Options component Type of strategy proposed for Policy, Research/Study, Program, Strategy Type implementation Outreach/Education, Capital Investment, Operations and Maintenance Governmental organization, city Planning, Environmental Services, Lead Partners department, business or Water Utilities, DME, Solid Waste community partner responsible and Recycling, Property for leading strategy Maintenance, Engineering, Streets, implementation. Finance, City Council, Police, Fire, Denton Chamber of Commerce, External Partners, Local Businesses, Finance Period of time required to Short- term (within 3 years) Timeframe implement strategy Mid-term (3-5 years) Long-term (more than 5 years) Ongoing Amount of financial resources Low (less than $20,000), Funding 14 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 required to implement strategy Medium ($20,000- $100,000), High (over $100,000) Level of municipal government Low Implementation control over strategy Control Medium implementation High Additional benefits beyond the Energy Efficiency, Air Quality, Additional focus area Water Quality, Job Creation, Benefits Community Character, Outreach and Education, Economic Development, Financial Savings, Public Health, Pollution Prevention, Neighborhood Improvement, Waste Reduction 15 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Chapter 2 Public Engagement This Plan was created for the community and by the community. This chapter describes the process and results of an extensive public engagement process and how information gathered from this process has helped to shape the Plan. The planning process was designed to give citizens, businesses and institutions multiple opportunities to participate and provide input to the Plan. The Plan’s public engagement process included key stakeholders, city staff and community members in identifying and analyzing ideas, studying existing policies and programs and developing a list of actions and opportunities for meeting the City’s sustainability goals. The City received input from over 300 citizens, educators, environmentalists, sustainability experts, business leaders, homeowners, city officials and staff throughout this process via multiple avenues, including working groups, community meetings and a sustainability survey. Working Groups Three working groups were used to gather information about existing programs, identify focus areas and goals and evaluate sustainability strategies for implementation. The three groups of teams include: the Sustainability Partners Group, the Interdepartmental Team and the Committee on the Environment. Sustainability Partners Group The Sustainability Partners Group (Partners) is comprised of 14 stakeholders representing Partners local organizations, businesses and institutions. Denton County Transportation The Partners were tasked with developing Authority sustainability strategies and priorities, assisting in Denton Chamber of Commerce development of key performance metrics and Tetrapak serving as representatives, educators and Atmos Energy motivators for their business sector or League of Women Voters organization. Meeting summaries from the four University of North Texas Partners Group meetings can be found in Denton Independent School . Appendix A District The Dinerstein Companies Citizen Representatives 16 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Interdepartmental Team The City also organized a team of city employees representing a diverse group of departments, including Purchasing, Solid Waste, Economic Development, Planning, Facilities, Water and Wastewater, Communications, Transportation, Building Inspections, Environmental Services and Parks. The Interdepartmental Team was tasked with gathering data, providing recommendations, and refining and evaluating sustainability strategies. The team’s knowledge of government operations and existing programs and policies was essential in identifying realistic and actionable strategies. Committee on the Environment The Committee on the Environment (COE) consists of three City Council members dedicated to advancing the City’s commitment to environmental protection. The COE provides expertise and recommendations to the full Council. During development of the Plan, the COE provided guidance and feedback on the planning process, goal identification and strategy prioritization and selection. Community Meetings In addition to the working group meetings, community meetings were held in April, 2011. The community meetings enabled citizens to discuss sustainability in ways that relate to their everyday lives. Participants were asked to generate ideas for advancing sustainability in each of the focus areas, and were encouraged to ask questions of city staff present for clarification as needed. The meetings engaged over 80 citizens. Community meeting summaries are provided in . Appendix A Sustainability Survey A public survey was conducted to gather and prioritize sustainability strategies. The survey was provided online and on paper during public meetings, throughout the spring of 2011 to gather additional input from the community. A detailed report on the survey results can be found in . Appendix B What We Learned From Public Engagement The public engagement process was a significant step in introducing the broader community to the development of this Plan. The process was also valuable for gathering information about community priorities and building relationships between diverse groups of stakeholders and City departments. Ideas generated from the working groups, community meetings and survey produced a list of 500+ recommendations. Feedback from the working groups and staff was used to convert the recommendations into strategies, and then analyze and rank these strategies. Strategies were ranked using a variety of criteria, including financial, implementation, environmental and social considerations. These criteria were used to identify strategies that are financially viable, offer sustainability benefits, are able to be implemented in a reasonable timeframe, and are feasible for local government implementation. A full description of the strategy prioritization and selection process is located in . It includes summaries of the strategies organized by focus area Appendix C and identifies how each strategy is included in the Plan. 17 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 The public engagement process also highlighted the need for more effective communication, and identified opportunities to create vehicles for ongoing dialogue, engagement and collaboration. The City responded quickly to feedback; in response to multiple requests for additional bike racks at the first community meeting on April 6, th the City installed additional bike racks on April 7 before the community meeting that th evening. The fact that many of the recommendations received during these meetings reflected activities that were already being conducted by the City highlighted the need for the City to better communicate these activities to the public. 18 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Chapter 3 Water Goals 1.Protect and restore Denton’s water bodies. 2.Maintain high level of drinking water quality. 3.Invest in sustainable stormwater and watershed infrastructure and management. 4.Ensure wastewater is collected, treated, and discharged in accordance with all regulatory requirements. 5.Take measures to encourage reductions in per capita water consumption. Why Water Management Matters for a Sustainable Denton Water is an integral part of our community, and the Denton Water Utilities serve our residents, businesses, schools, parks and public buildings. As increasing demands are being placed on finite water resources, sustainable water, stormwater, and wastewater systems are necessary to ensure the environmental and economic viability of communities. On average Denton uses about 18 million gallons of water a day from Lake Lewisville and Lake Ray Roberts. Water use relies on the availability of freshwater supplies and i requires a significant amount of energy to power pumps and treatment processes. Improving the efficiency of Denton’s water treatment and delivery system has the potential to significantly reduce energy demand and help keep rates affordable. Water quality of receiving waters is also a high priority. Water pollution can compromise human and environmental health. Lake Ray Roberts and Lewisville Lake are great places for recreation, natural beauty and wildlife habitats. Effective water management (supply, stormwater, and wastewater) is necessary to preserve these assets. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives The City commits substantial resources towards drinking water quality, stormwater management and wastewater treatment, including investments in innovative treatment technologies. For example, in 2003, the City completed construction of the Ray Roberts Production Plant, which uses the latest ozone disinfection technology. Upgrades to the Pecan Creek Water Reclamation Facility were recently completed, and the Lake Lewisville Water Treatment Plant is currently undergoing major renovation and process improvements. Effective stormwater and waste water management helps 19 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 minimize pollutant impacts to drinking water sources, reduce flooding impacts, and maintain regulatory compliance. Although successes are evident, additional measures are needed to more effectively manage our systems. In addition to improvements to the City’s water and wastewater facilities, the City is adopting changes to the Drainage Development Code and Drainage Design Criteria Manual to maintain and improve stormwater infrastructure. The City also completed a watershed protection plan to identify actions to reduce pollutants and improve water quality. Additional City programs include regulatory compliance for municipal stormwater permits, a comprehensive wastewater pretreatment program, extensive watershed monitoring and successful implementation of several innovative grant projects. The City is using a proactive approach to watershed management with a focus not only on water quantity but water quality. Additionally, Denton promotes water conservation through education and identifies water reuse opportunities through its water reuse program. [CALL OUT BOX 1- Implementing the Hickory Creek Watershed Protection Plan Hickory Creek is a predominately rural watershed that is currently meeting designated uses, but is under significant development pressures and shows signs of nutrient concerns. Sub-watershed level modeling and associated research indicates that future development in the Hickory Creek Watershed may cause further degradation in water quality, threaten designated uses, and possibly result in a future impaired water designation and associated Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) implementation for Hickory Creek. The City of Denton is working with the Texas Commission on Environment Quality (TCEQ) to address goals of the Hickory Creek Watershed Protection Plan (WPP). The City and TCEQ obtained a $675,485 grant to address the goals of the Hickory Creek WPP. The grant will fund Best Management Practices (BMPs) to implement a combination of natural treatment techniques with proven nutrient and sediment removal abilities. The BMPs are intended to support water quality protection for years to come.] [CALL OUT BOX 2- Water quality is of the utmost importance to Denton. The City is proud to be a top five finalist in the 2011 Best Tasting City Water in America contest, and, in the past, receive a “Superior Rating” from the State of Texas and be awarded for the “Best ] Tasting Water in Texas” in 1993 and 1994. ii 20 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Targets ZeroMaintain no violations Number Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)permit violations Zero Maintain no violations Number of EPA health violations Minimize number of SSOs Number of sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) Minimize volume of SSOs Volume of sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) In top 10% Continue to maintain high Rank of water quality against quality drinking water other cities Strategy #1 Minimize Wastewater Impacts on the Environment Discharges of raw sewage into urban or natural areas can have significant detrimental impacts. Raw sewage poses a health risk in urban areas, and prolonged discharge in waterways poses a risk to water quality and species habitats. Monitoring and minimizing sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), that is, instances when raw sewage is discharged, is an effective way of reducing negative environmental impacts of wastewater in Denton. While few large wastewater systems achieve zero SSOs, the number of instances should be minimized. Tracking the rate and the location of SSOs can help direct efforts to improve sewers and address point source pollution concerns. Implementation Actions Continue to track and monitor SSOs. Implement fats, oils and grease program and line flushing program to ensure dry weather overflows are minimized. Assess water quality from targeted dischargers and adjust surcharges and / or pretreatment requirements accordingly. Continue to track and report location and frequency of SSOs. 21 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Cooordinationn Water Utilitiees, Ennvironmental Seervices Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Medium Poollution Preevention Strateggy #2 Rewritee and Adoopt Changges to thee Drainage DesignCriteriaMManual The qulity of Denon’s waterays is a citical comonent of the region’ environmntal aatwwrrppssee sustainability. The oal of Denton’s current stormwter ordinace is to mintain pre ggaannaa-- develoment runoff charactristics of a site as muh as possile. Whereer possibl, ppeeccbbvvee revision will be mde to proote the use of landsape desig, site desin, and lo- ssaammccnnggww impact evelopmnt (LID) prctices as cceptabl stormwaer collectin and ddeeaaaaeettoo treatmnt design riteria. Aproachesuch as stret plantins for roaday runoff nd eeccppsseeggwwaa the redction of ipervious srfaces ca help reduce pollutin. In addtion, these uummuunnooii practics can redce the need for additional seprate stor sewer costruction and eeuuaammnn mainteance, an they ofte have the enefit of ringing atractive landscaping nto nnddnnbbbbttii otherwie paved urban areas. ss Implemeentation Acctions ontinue revision of Dainage Dsign Criteri Manual nd Dento Developent CCrreeaaaannmm ode. CC ontinue toimplemen integrate stormwater design MPs. CCttddBB ontinue t explore sstainable stormwater practice and idenify the to five CCoouussttpp tchniques hat could in Denton. be applie eettdd 22 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 ake use f currentl implemeted stormater deonstrationprojectss an MMooyynnwwmmaa ducational tool and identify oportunitiesfor additinal demonstration /pilot eeppoo rojects. pp Sustaainabilityy Snapshhot Research/Anlysis, Poliy aacc ater Utilitis, Wee Ennvironmental Seervices Coode revisions- Short-term (wwithin 3 yeaars) Immplementatiion- Mid-term (3-5 yeears) High (over $100,000) Meedium Neeighborhoo d Immprovementt, Pollution Prrevention Strateggy #3 Maintaain High QQuality Drinnking Water It is imprtant to trck water uality to esure that igh standrds are mintained. he ooaaqqnnhhaaaaTT City of enton pulishes annal water quality repots listing leels of reglated DDbbuurrvvuu contaminants. To btain an verall pictre of watr quality inDenton, information rom oooouueeff water qality repots will be cmbined ith SSO traking and ther key idicators t uurroowwccoonnoo compil ongoing etrics or idicators o water coditions in enton. eemmnnffnnDD Implemeentation Acctions ontinue t monitor, rack and report waer quality,report oncity scorecard CCootttt nd in annal water quality reprt as well s to regultory agenies as reqired aauuooaaaaccuu y state an federal rgulations. bbddee ontinue toexceed etablished state and fderal standards. CCssee 23 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Cooordinationn Water Utilitiees Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Hiigh Public Health Strateggy #4 Exceedd Minimuum Regullatory Coompliancee with Teexas Commission on EnvironnmentalQQuality (TCCEQ) Munnicipal StoormwaterPermit TCEQ requires a prmit for mnicipal searate stor sewer systems (MS4. Meeting eeuuppmm)) permit rquiremens ensures stormwatercapture, conveyanc, and treatment is eettee complint with the minimum tormwate quality masures estblished b the TCEQ. aassrreeaayy Using th minimum measures as a baseline, Dento can set gals for stomwate eennoorrr managment. Foexample, he activitis describd in Stratey #2 can elp facilitte eerrtteeeegghhaa implemntation ofstormwatr BMPs to elp meet tese higher goals. eeeehhhh Implemeentation Acctions Ensure requirements ofcurrent TCEQ permit re being ddressed. aaaa Utilize Hickoy Creek atershed rotection lan, the Nrth Centrl Texas Council rrWWPPPPooaa f Governents interated Stom Water Manageent manual (iSWM) and oommggrrmm atershedonitoring informatio to deterine viablestormwatr manageent wwmmnnmmeemm pproache. aass Iplementublic andprivate deonstratio projects. mmppmmnn Report progress. 24 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Poolicy Wees, ater Utiliti Ennvironmental, Seervices Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Lw (less thn $20,00) ooaa00 High Neighborhoood Immprovement Additioonal Strateegies for CConsideraation 1.inimize seage impcts to the nvironmet from on-ite septic fcilities (OSF). MMwwaaeennssaaSS 2.Iplementrograms t reduce ater loss, icluding wter consevation an mmppoowwnnaarrdd aintenane to existing water lins. mmccee Ensure that ater, wasewater and stormwater infrastrcture is mnaged an wwttuuaadd 3. aintainedso that it eets curret and future needs. mmmmnn 25 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 4 Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Management Goals 1.Improve regional air quality and take actions to improve non-attainment status. 2.Take actions to reduce air pollutant emissions, including greenhouse gases and emissions from government operations. Why Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Management Matters for a Sustainable Denton Air quality impacts our health and our environment. Denton is located in a non- attainment area for ozone; air pollution levels in the region persistently exceed national air quality standards set by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). High ozone levels can cause shortness of breath and coughing. It is also linked to lung diseases such as asthma and emphysema. iii The main sources of ozone-forming emissions include mobile sources (cars, trucks and equipment), point sources (power generation, industrial boilers) and area sources (solvent use and agriculture). On-road vehicles cause approximately half of the ozone- forming emissions. iv Climate change is the rise in global temperatures resulting in part from increased levels of greenhouse gases (GHG). Air quality and climate change can potentially affect the overall health of Denton’s citizens, communities, environment and economy. Recognizing the importance of these issues to the health of our citizens, Denton signed the U.S. Conference of Mayors Climate Change Protection Agreement and is taking action to improve air quality and reduce GHG emissions. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives Air quality is not just a local issue – it is affected by pollutants throughout the region and thus requires regional solutions. The City has formed partnerships with regional organizations, including North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), North Texas Clean Air Coalition (NTCAC), ICLEI- Local Governments for Sustainability, Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) and Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition (DRMC). Together, the City and these organizations can use their collective resources to identify and implement regional air quality improvements and make joint decisions to improve air quality. 26 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 The City also recognizes ozone action days. During ozone season (May through October), when ozone levels tend to be highest, employees and residents are encouraged to make clean air choices such as fueling in the evening, postponing use of gasoline powered lawn equipment, using most fuel efficient transportation options— carpooling, riding public transportation, biking/walking and, when personal vehicle trips cannot be eliminated, idling less and ensuring vehicle emissions inspections are up-to- date. Recently the City completed a 2002 and 2006 GHG emissions inventory for municipal operations and the community-at-large. The inventory provides a baseline assessment for establishing GHG emissions reduction targets and developing action plans to achieve those targets. Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline / Current Status Target 2011- 42 Air Quality Index (AQI) GHG Emissions- Municipal Operations GHG Emissions- Community- wide per capita Gallons gasoline, diesel Increase alternative fuel Annual Municipal Fleet Fuel and alternative fuels consumption as Consumption percentage of total fuel consumption. 2001- 7 hybrid vehicles Number of Alternative Fuel 2011 - 375 Diesel (on and Vehicles (Hybrids, CNG, off road which can use electric) in Municipal Vehicle biodiesel) Fleet 52 Flex Fuel 19 Hybrid Electric Strategy #1 Develop and Implement a Sustainable Municipal Fleet Program The City has recently enacted a “sustainable fleet policy.” The policy requires increased attention to fleet operations from cradle to grave. Purchases, operations, efficiency and necessity are some of the criteria used to evaluate the efficiency of the City’s vehicle fleet. The City will develop a comprehensive sustainable fleet program to identify opportunities and actions the City can take to improve air quality through fleet operations. The goal is to have a sustainable fleet using the most appropriate vehicle, operated efficiently and properly maintained. The intended results of this policy are to 27 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 reduce emissions, improve fuel efficiency, and effectively manage the operating funds required to run the City’s fleet. Understanding fleet performance enables the City to take targeted actions to improve efficiency. The City of Denton’s Fleet Services currently uses a computerized management system. Fleet Services maintains an inventory of fleet vehicles and monitors fuel consumption, fuel economy, mileage, maintenance schedules and repair costs on a monthly basis. A comprehensive program includes both low-cost and higher cost measures. Low-cost measures include the following: Route-planning and departmental trip coordination. “Right-sizing” vehicles appropriate to the task, including downsizing or eliminating vehicles. Preventative maintenance to ensure optimal vehicle performance. Reducing vehicle idling. Educating drivers to improve driving habits and vehicle performance. The City currently owns 19 hybrid vehicles and will evaluate purchasing additional fuel efficient, alternative fuel vehicles. Fuels such as compressed natural gas, liquid natural gas and propane emit fewer emissions than diesel and gasoline. Electric vehicles and hybrids are also available and can result in substantial reduction in emissions. Implementation Actions Schedule travel efficiently to combine or eliminate unnecessary trips. Eliminate excess and inefficient vehicles. Continue regular vehicle maintenance (oil changes, tire pressure). Replace aging vehicles with fuel efficient and/or alternative fuel vehicles. 28 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainability Snapshoot Pogram Deelopment/ rrvv Immprovementt, Capital Investment Fleet Servicees, Financee, iity Departmments C Shhort-term (wwithin 3yyears) Medium ($200,000- $1100,000) Hiigh Financial Savings Strateggy #2 Develoop a GHG programm for municcipal opeerations As a mmber of ICLEI-Local overnments for Sustainability an signatoryto the U.S. eeGGdd Confernce of Maors Climae ChangeProtectionAgreemet, the City is committd to eeyyttnnee addressng GHG eissions from its own fcilities an operatios. The Citycomplete a iimmaaddnndd GHG eissions invntory for unicipal operations nd forecated GHG missions t mmeemmaasseeoo assess te “business as usual”scenario o emissions growth ovr time. Thse emissios hhffeeeenn forecass can helpdetermin the City’s missions senario prjected forard, and elp tteeeeccoowwhh to set a feasible eissions reduction taret and timeline. mmgg [CALL OUT BOX-Thee City of Deenton conduucted a baseline studyy of GHG eemissions foor the year 206 for both ity goverment soures and cmmunity surces. GH emissions 00ccnnccooooGG from cityy governmeent operatioons totaledd approximaately 162,4110 metric toons of carbon dioxideequivalents (MTCOE)), equivalennt to the annual GHG eemissionsoof 2 approximmately 32,0000 vehiclees. As shownn in the piechart, the CCity of Denton landfillis the largeest source oof emissions, accountiing for 40 ppercent. Denton Municcipal Electricc’s transmision and dstribution lnes account for 27 prcent and building elctricity ssiiiieeee accoun for 11 perent of muicipal oprations emissions. Cit-wide, GHG emission ttccnneeyys totaledaapproximately 2,018,0000 MTCOee or 18.4 MTTCOe per ccapita in 20006. This is 22 equivaleent to the annual GHGG emissionsof nearly 4400,000 vehicles. The trransportatioon sector iss the largestt source ofemissions((39 percentt), followed by emissioons from industril electricit consumpion and reidential elctricity cnsumptioneach aayyttsseeoo accouning for 20 ercent of ity-wide missions.] ttppccee Implemeentation Acctions 29 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 St GHG eissions redction targets for muicipal opeations and the eemmuunnrr ommunity-at-large. cc Ientify and prioritize HG emissins reductin strategis that ma include ddGGooooeeyy nergy efficient buildigs, renewble energ sources, iproved trnsportatin, eennaayymmaaoo rduced wste and DE energy fficiency rograms. eeaaMMeepp Tack GHG missions oer time (eery 3-5 yers). rreevvvvaa onitor an adjust acion plan oer time. MMddttvv Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Prrogram Devvelopment/ Immprovementt Ennvironmental Servicess, Ciity Departmments Loong-Term (more than 5 yeears) Medium ($200,000- $1100,000) Medium Ennergy Efficiency Additioonal Strateegies for CConsideraation 1.ontinue toevaluate ew emissins reductin technolgies and rograms. CCnnoooooopp 30 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 5 Energy Conservation and Efficiency Goals 1.Invest in renewable energy generation. 2.Encourage energy conservation and efficiency in new and existing homes and businesses. 3.Ensure efficient energy use in city government facilities in both new construction and building retrofits. 4.Continue to require exceptional energy efficiency building standards for new construction. Why Energy Conservation and Efficiency Matters for a Sustainable Denton The current emphasis on improving energy efficiency is a result of several dynamics— rising energy costs, initiatives to reduce dependence on foreign oil and air quality improvements from reducing combustion of fossil fuels. The City recognizes the importance of energy conservation and efficiency to Denton’s citizens, environment and economy. Patterns of energy use for industrial, commercial, residential and transportation sectors are important indicators of community sustainability. Globally, population growth, industrialization and urbanization have led to the upward trend in energy consumption. National demand for electricity has also continually grown, despite the increases in energy costs and energy efficiency improvements. According to Energy Outlook 2010 produced by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, buildings and transportation v sectors led increases in primary energy use. Because buildings require the most energy in the United States, understanding the distribution of building energy consumption is an important step in setting goals for energy reduction. In addition to buildings, water systems are a significant source of energy consumption for municipalities that own and operate their own water utilities. Denton is taking steps to decrease the amount of energy needed to collect, treat, and distribute water and wastewater. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives The City and its community-owned power company, Denton Municipal Electric (DME), are committed to environmental responsibility as demonstrated through conservation projects and investments in renewable energy. Since the 1980s, DME has implemented energy conservation programs, including energy audit services, demand management 31 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 and rebate programs. Specifically, the Green Sense Energy Efficiency Rebate Program is a customer incentive program that offers rebates to DME customers who perform authorized energy efficiency improvements in their homes and businesses. Denton completed a landfill gas-to-energy project in 2008, which provides renewable energy to DME. DME’s agreement to purchase renewable energy from NextEra Energy Resources, LLC ensures that 40 percent of electricity distributed to DME customers is generated using renewable technologies. DME also launched a pilot automated meter reading program, or Smart Meter Program, in 2011. The program automatically collects electricity consumption data, saving DME the expense of trips to meter locations and vehicle miles traveled. Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Targets Total municipal government energy consumption Number of participants in energy rebate and audit programs 2010- 40% Renewable percent of DME’s electric power generation Number and size of renewable energy systems installed Strategy #1 Expand Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program DME has a variety of tools available to commercial and industrial sector customers. The program is currently centered on demand management and rebate programs. DME will continue to explore opportunities to work with large customers and provide assessments of current conditions, alternate sources of generation, rebates and innovative demand management programs. Continued education will be the key to DME’s successful programs. Implementation Actions Provide rebates to customers that meet specific criteria. Provide technical information about the newest and most energy-efficient technologies. Market new programs to new and existing customers. 32 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Prrogram Deevelopment/ Immprovemennt Denton Munnicipal Ellectric Shhort- term (within 3 yeears) Medium ($20,000- $1100,000) High Air Quality Strateggy #2 Adoptthe Most Current Building Coodes in aTimelyMManner and Continuue to Exceedd CurrentInternatioonal Energgy Conservation Code (IECCC) Minimuum Requireements The City of Dentoncan redue energy onsumptin in new cnstruction through ccccoooo efficieny improvements in lihting, insultion and eating an cooling omponens of ccggaahhddcctt the builing code.Building eergy cods provide inimum bilding enegy ddnneemmuurr requireents, incrase energ efficienc and provide cost saings in utiliies. Energ mmeeyyyyvvttyy codes ay includ insulationrequiremets, windo requiremnts, mechanical controls mmeennwwee for off-hurs, wattge requireents andother stanards to rase building energy ooaammddii efficieny beyondminimum rquirements. ccee The Intenational Eergy Conervation Code (IECC serves as he model nergy buiding rrnnss))tteell code. Te IECC cde sets miimum enegy efficiecy provisions for residntial and hhoonnrrnnee commercial buildigs, offerin both precriptive and performnce base approaces. nnggssaaddhh The City of Denton’s building odes currntly meetthe IEEC 209 standads for ccee00rr commercial buildigs and exeed the sandards b 10 percet for residntial buildings. nnccttyynnee As stanards are udated, orif the City dopts aditional green buildin guideline or ddppaaddggss incentives, it is imprtant to rise the stadard of bilding enegy efficiency to help ooaannuurr reducetotal enery usage ad peak elctric demnd in builings. ggnneeaadd ntation Ations Implemeecc 33 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 ork with te Building fficial, th COE andSustainability Departent to WWhhOOeemm evelop bulding enery requireents. ddiiggmm Ensure IECC, as adoptd, covers ew constuction, aditions, reodeling, eennrrddmm indow replacementnd repairs of specifid building. Track upates to th wwaaeessddee ICC and aopt most ecent coe within 12-18 month. Adoptin the code EEddrrddssgg sould inclue discussins about xceed th IECC by defined percentage hhddooeeeeaa (urrently 1%). cc00 ssess addiional building energyefficiency uidelines r incentivs progras AAttggooeemm tat can be made an ptional adition to te minimu building equiremets. hhooddhhmmrrnn Sustainnability SSnapshoot Rsearch/Analysis, e Poolicy Panning, ll Ennvironmenntal Services Ongoing Medium ($20,000- $00,000) 11 High Air Quality, Water Quality Strateggy #3 Considder Develooping a Suustainablee Buildingg Rating Program foor New annd Existingg Facilitiess, Commeercial andd Residential Singlee Family, MMulti-Fammily and Neighbborhood DDevelopmment Consid developig a sustaiable building rating rogram. Te rating pogram wold eernnnnpphhrruu rate ne and existng buildins and devlopmentsaccording to establised wwiiggeehh sustainable perforance stadards, including enegy and water efficiency and mmnnrr sustainable materils managment. aaee Implemntation Ations eecc onvene goup of staeholders t determin interest i developig sustainale CCrrkkooeennnnbb uilding ratig progra. bbnnmm 34 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Ifinterest exsts, review existing building ratin program to find apropriate tpe iiggssppyy f program for Denton. oo Slect gree building rting progam to serv as model for city’s rting progam. eennaarreeaarr Potential gren buildin program include Ladership i Energy ad eeggsseennnn Environmenal Design LEED®) forNew Consruction, LEED® for Exiting Buildigs, tt((ttssnn LED® for Nighborhod Develoment, LEE® for Homes, Greenoint Rated EEeeooppDDPP,, reen Communities ad Green Built North Txas. GGnnee Iplementoluntary pilot progra for one ear to gauge develoer interestand mmvvmmyypp ity staff workload. cc ove forward with full program o reevaluate. MMrr Sustainnability SSnapshoot Rsearch/Analysis, e Poolicy Panning, ll Ennvironmenntal Services Medium (3 5 years) -- Loow (Less than $220,000) H igh Aiir Quality, Water Quality, Waste Reduction Strateggy #4 Improvve the Eneergy Efficieency of Exxisting Hoomes and Buildingss To redue commuity energ consumpion, the Ciy is evaluaing opporunities to ccnnyytttttttt improv energy eficiency in xisting hoes and bildings. Beond enery efficient eeffeemmuuyygg building codes an DME’s sucessful resdential an commerial energyrebate an ddcciiddccdd audit prgrams, th City will ontinue tooffer educational prgrams for ome and ooeeccoohh busines owners ad track th programs’ success. ssnnee 35 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Immplementaation Actionns ontinue t provide nergy effciency and conservtion inforation thrugh CCooeeiiaammoo ducation nd outreah. eeaacc ontinue t promote low-cost, do-it-yourelf” activiies or no-ost behaioral CCoo““ssttccvv seps to sav energy i homes and businesss. tteennee ontinue t work wit contractrs to maret, deliverand install energy-sving CCoohhookkaa iprovemets. mmnn Tack and ealuate sucess of prgrams. rrvvccoo Sustainnability SSnapshoot Eucation, Program dd Developmennt Pllanning, Environmenntal Seervices, Denton Municipal Electric Medium (3 -- 5 years) Medium ($20,000- 00,000) $11 High iion, Ar Quality, Job Creat Eonomic Developmet ccnn Additioonal Strateegies for CConsideraation 1.Coninue to research andpursue oportunitiesor methane capture,on-site poer ttppffww genration an other renwable tehnologies. eeddeecc 2.Conider incresing reneable enery portfolio from Dentn Municial Electric s ssaawwggooppaa opprtunities allow. oo 3.Expnd the DE Smart Mter program. aaMMee 4.Purse district heating an cooling oportunitie where tehnically ad uuddppssccnn ecoomically fasible. nnee 36 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 6 Land Use and Open/Natural Space Goals 1.Promote land use and code/zoning patterns that positively affect energy use and the environment. 2.Preserve open space, natural areas and tree canopy. 3.Minimize water use, promote stormwater quality and reduce stormwater quantity through management measures. 4.Promote redevelopment of infill areas and brownfield sites. Why Land Use and Open/Natural Space for a Sustainable Denton Open space and the preservation of natural resources are critical to community character and quality of life. Land use and development policies should support efficient use of infrastructure and minimize environmental impacts. Expansive development patterns can be energy intensive, requiring substantial infrastructure costs and maintenance, and can increase traffic congestion due to longer commute times. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives [Placeholder for write-up] Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Targets Square feet of new (infill) development Acres of protected open space 19% % of city area currently covered by tree canopy Acres of brownfield sites redeveloped Strategy #1 Promote infill incentives Infill development is redeveloping land within a built-up area. It focuses on reusing obsolete or underutilized buildings and sites, and can be important for community 37 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 characer and groth. Infill evelopmet can also be cost ad resourc-efficient. ttwwddnnnnee Transpotation, waer, and energy infrasructure ar often already preset for existig rrtttteennnn buildings, and the ost of hoking up new development to eisting infrastructure is ccooxx usually fraction f the cost f extendin infrastruture to entrely undeveloped aras. aaooooggcciiee Denton currently ofers a dontown incntive grant program rement and tax in fwweecc financing to encorage dowtown devlopment. he City is iterested i developig uunneeTTnnnnnn incentives to encorage further infill development. uu Implemeentation Acctions ssess existig infill incntive progams. AAnneerr Ealuate wich incentives are unerutilized nd why vvhhddaa Promote mst effectiv incentive programs ooeess Ealuate exedited dvelopmen review prcess for infill development vvppeettoo Ealuate mdifying zning restritions on se, densit, dimensins to proote vvooooccuuyyoomm evelopmet in infill aeas. ddnnrr Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Analysis, Policy, Prrogram Deevelopmentt/Improvement Neeighborhoood Services, Planning, Doowntown Deevelopmentt Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,000) Medium Joob Creationn, Communiity Chharacter 38 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Strateggy #2 Evaluate Avaailable AffoordableHHousing Prrograms/Incentivees and Implemment as Feeasible Plannin for Denton’s future rquires careful examiation of te commuity’s ggeennhhnn affordale housin options ad projectd housing demand. urrently te City offrs a bbggnneeCChhee Minor Rpair Progrm, a Home Improveent Progrm and a omebuyer Assistanc eeaammaaHHee Progra. The Minor Repair Prgram proides assistnce to lo-income hmeownes to mmoovvaawwoorr make esential repairs or addaccessibiliy modifictions (suc as ramps)when the ssttaahh owner-ccupant lcks sufficint resourcs. The Hoe Improvment Proram provies ooaaeeeemmeeggdd assistane to low nd moderte incom homeowers for major repairs, including both ccaaaaeenn rehabilitation and econstrucion. The Hmebuyer ssistance ogram povides rrttooAAPPrrr assistane to first-tie homeuyer to puchase an ffordable house. TheCity will ccmmbbrraa evaluat existing nd other available afordable husing prorams to inrease eeaaffooggcc particiption. aa Implemeentation Acctions nalyze cesus data nd popultion projetions to dtermine pojected gp in AAnnaaaacceerraa ffordable ousing. aahh eet with fcus group of develoers to proide eduction regaring beneits of MMooppvvaaddff ffordable development and auge intrest in ursuing pojects. Idntify aaggeepprree bstacles t affordabl developent. ooooeemm ollect reginal and ational exmples of est practies for affrdable hosing CCoonnaabbccoouu evelopmet progras and incntives an evaluate the best program otions ddnnmmeeddpp fr Denton. oo Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Cooordinationn Coommunity Deevelopmentt, Denton Hoousing Authhority, Planning Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Hiigh Joob Creationn 39 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Strateggy #3 Reviseand Implement Suubchapterr 17 of thee Denton DDevelopmment Code Regardding Enviroonmentallly Sensitivve Areas Subchater 17 of te DentonDevelopment Code DDC) proides the Ciy with the pphh((vvtt legal frmework fr the consrvation and protectin of floodlains, riparan corridors / aaoeeooppii buffers, etlands, nd easter cross timers forests (“upland habitats”), ommonly wwaannbbcc knowns Environentally Sesitive Areas (ESAs). Riarian ares, the inteface betwen aammnnppaarree land an a river orstream, ar vital for ater qualit, habitat nd flood itigation. ddeewwyyaamm Upland reas are ome to unique animl and plat habitats, and often erve as aahhaannss treasurd recreatinal areas. eeoo Implemeentation Acctions Ealuate annd chanes for Subhapter 17 of the Denon d recomm vveeggcctt evelopment Code. DD Research oher municial codes egarding SAs to idetify best pactices. ttpprrEEnnrr Ientify obsacles and opportunites in existig codes ad regulatins for ddttiinnnnoo reserving nd manaing ESAs. ppaagg Revise cod (Subchapter 17 and related) ad implemnt. eennee Educate citiakeholder about mnagemen and presrvation of SAs. zens and s ttssaatteeEE apitalize opportunitis for the preservationof natural orridors. CCeecc Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/ Analysis, Poolicy P E S Coode Revisioon- Short-teerm (wwithin 3 yeaars) Immplementation- Long-tterm (mmore than 55 years) Loow (Less thhan $20,0000) HHigh Poollution Preevention 40 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Strategy #4 Implement a Program to Clean Up, Redevelop and Reuse Brownfield Sites Brownfield sites are areas with past development and/or environmental contamination that must be remediated before redevelopment can take place. The clean-up and redevelopment of these sites is critical to environmental and economic sustainability – in many cases without reuse of these sites, they remain environmentally hazardous and sources of community blight. The City of Denton is already remediating and reusing brownfield sites, with the two- acre Transit Park project at 121 Exposition Street as an example. Additional funding for brownfield activities is currently available through state and federal programs; having identified brownfield sites most suitable for redevelopment and preliminary plans can help facilitate funding of these projects under future grant cycles. [CALL OUT BOX- A Hallmark Redevelopment Project for Denton The Transit Parking Site is the City’s first brownfield redevelopment project. The site will provide parking for the Downtown Transit Station and City Hall East and is expected to include trail connections to the Trinity Trail and City Hike and Bike Trail Systems. The site is located just east of Downtown, bordered by industrial and municipal uses and a neighborhood community. Pecan Creek, the main stream flowing through town, flows along the eastern edge of the property. A hike and bike trail is planned along the stream to link the community and provides direct access to the immediate neighborhood and its associated park, the Carl Young, Sr. Park. Historically, the site was used for a variety of light industrial, commercial and automotive repair purposes, and once housed a facility that was listed as a small quantity generator of hazardous wastes. Environmental investigations concluded that small amounts of asbestos were present in the buildings on the site, and that arsenic and lead might be present in the groundwater. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) provided funding for asbestos collection and disposal during demolition of the buildings. The U.S. EPA also provided funding for the Denton and to enroll the site in the State of Texas Voluntary Cleanup Program. Once the site was enrolled, the TCEQ provided funding for extensive soil and ground water sampling at the site. Based on sampling results and subsequent risk analyses, the site was able to receive a Certificate of Completion from the Texas Voluntary Cleanup Program in November 2011. The Certificate of Completion ensures that all response actions required by the TCEQ have been completed and that human and environmental risks are at safe levels.] Implementation Actions 41 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 atalog existing potetial brownfield sites nd gatherinformation about frmer CCnnaaoo nd possibl future uss. aaeeee Research ltest avalability of federal nd statefunding for browfield aaiiaann rmediatio. eenn St targets fr inventor, assessmnt, remediation and edevelopent. eeoyyeerrmm Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Prrogram Impprovement Ennvironmental Servicess, Ecconomic Deevelopmentt Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Hiigh (over $100,000) Hiigh Neeighborhoood Immprovementt, Economicc Deevelopmentt Strateggy #5 Implemment Codee Changees so thatLandscappe Requirrementsaare Basedd on the Conceept of Multtiples Usess (Stormwwater, Shading, Drought Tolerance) The City will evalute the Deton Develpment Code (DDC) o address he aannootttt landscaping and sormwaterrequiremets of comercial deelopment Code revisions ttnnmmvv.. could geatly enhnce future landscap designs b incorporting multi-se elemets rraaeeyyaauunn that are both envionmentall beneficia and aestetically plasing. Opions for rryyllhheett revision to the lanscape an stormwaer regulatins range rom a full-cale ssddddttooffss integrated stormwter plan tat uses naural elemnts, such s vegetatd swales t aahhtteeaaeeoo captur stormwatr, to guidelines that rcommen local plats that reqire less eeeeeeddnnuu waterin. It is also iportant t emphasie plantingduring dormant seasn and ggmmoozzoo effectivly addres irrigation. enton’s cde shoul strike a blance beteen key eessDDooddaaww design features/prctices an should prvide a mnu of different optios that leav aaddooeennee ample rom fo th creativityof the designer and roperty oner. ooreeppww Implemeentation Acctions 42 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 onduct assessment f current rgulations nd identify opportuities for reision CCooeeaannvv r need for dditional ode langage. ooaaccuu Ensure landscaping rcommenations ar tailored o the locl climate and eeddeettaa nvironment and can erform mltiple funcions. eeppuutt ollect bes practices of landscaing code and ordinnces. CCttppssaa Sudy feasiility and csts of implmenting code requirments. ttbbooeeee Ifcode reisions are adopted, create eucational materials and events to vvdd romote us of new landscapingpractices nd code omplianc. ppeeaaccee Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Prrogram Deevelopmentt/Improvemment Planning, Urban Foorester, Environmentaal Seervices Coode Revisioon- Short-teerm (wwithin 3 yeaars) Immplementation- Mid-term (mmore than 55years) Medium ($200,000- $1100,000) Hiigh Water Quality Strateggy #6 Promotte Mixed--Use, Commpact Devvelopmennt in Targeeted Areaas Commnities suchas Dentonare realizig that thee are citizns who deire more uunnrreess compat or dense developent with a greater vaiety of use. This type of ccmmrrss develoment in tun has many environental, economic, an social beefits. The ity pprrmmddnnCC will proote mixe-use, comact develpment in he downtwn transit area and mmddppoottoo commercial districs by speciying minimum densit requiremnts. ttffyyee Implemntation Ations eecc nalyze zoning and crrent land se plans t identify tp areas to study. AAuuuuoooo St minimu density rquirement for targetareas. eemmeess 43 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Cooordinationn, Policy Planning Mid-term (3-5 years) Medium ($200,000- $1100,000) Hiigh Ennergy Efficiency, Air Quality, Commmunity Chharacter Strateggy #7 Complete and Implemennt Tree Coode Denton’s tree canpy is an iconic part f the landsape and critical element of te ooooccaahh naturalnvironmet. Currently at 19 pecent of th city’s are, the urban tree canpy eennrreeaaoo has roo to expad in certai zoning ditricts. Of te several tems that ust be mmnnnnsshhiimm considered when valuating our canop is the mae-up by zne, much of the land in eeyykkoo the wesern portio of Dento is blacklad prairie, hile the est is cross imbers. Alo ttnnnnnnwwaattss important is the prcentage f canopy hat is city wned verus privatel owned. Tese eeoottoossyyhh are just few of th areas tht still needfurther stuy in the tre canopy evaluation. aaeeaaddee The Drat Tree Code advancs the objetives of reaining existing trees, eplacing nd ffeeccttrraa replantig trees, inreasing the urban tre canopy, and plantng native lants, amng nncceeiippoo others. he tree coe is still mving forwrd throug Planning nd Zoningand shoul be TTddooaahhaadd approvd in 2012. ee Implemeentation Acctions St targets fr tree caopy cover eeonn.. ompletend adopt ree code. CCaatt Partner withcity depatments an local orgnizations o implement tree plating rrddaattnn oals to incease canpy coverage. ggrroo ontinue t hold inormational events nd workhops on importanc of CCooffaassee onservatio and howto plant ad care fortrees. ccnnnn 44 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Prrogram Devvelopment/ Immprovementt, Event, Poolicy Planning, Ennvironmentaal Seervices Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $220,000) Medium Ennergy Efficiency, Air Quality Strateggy #8 Complete and Implemennt Subchaapter 22 annd Relateed Code CChanges Conceerning Gass Well Drilling and RRegulation Subchater 22 regulates gas ell drillingand prodction withi the city liits. This ppwwuunnmm section f the cod was devloped to rotect pulic health nd safety hile alloing ooeeeeppbbaawwww the pratical development o mineral resources. Aendments are necesary to prvide ccffmmssoo addresspotential armful sid-effects ofnatural gs drilling ad producton. The Ciy will hheeaanniitt work wih stakeholers to detrmine neessary eviions and iplement ode changes. ttddeeccrssmmcc Implemeentation Acctions ork with sakeholder, Gas Well Task Forc members, and muicipal deision WWttsseenncc akers to dvelop draft revisions recommedations. mmeenn Icorporaterecommeded revisins into Denton Deveopment Cde. nnnnoolloo Present ne code for recommenations an approval. wwdddd 45 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Poolicy Planning- Gaas Well Inspections DDivision Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Lw (less thn ooaa $220,000) Medium Air Quality, PPublic Heealth, Wateer Quality Additioonal Strateegies for CConsideraation 1.Imprve park and open sace opportunities wihin walkin distance f resident’ ooppttggooss homes. 46 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 7 Transportation Goals 1.Expand non-vehicle mode of transportation infrastructure. 2.Promote ridership of public transportation and use of fuel efficient/alternative fuel vehicles. 3.Reduce environmental impacts from impervious parking surfaces. Why Transportation Matters for a Sustainable Denton Our current transportation network is a product of regional development patterns and infrastructure decisions that reflect a time when fuel sources and construction costs were less expensive and when air pollution was less of a concern. Changes to this network are often difficult and expensive. Capital and operating costs for new projects are extremely high, fuel costs continue to rise, and air quality continues to be a substantial concern for the region. The benefits of increased mobility need to be weighed against the environmental, economic and social costs of transport, including traffic congestion, impacts of impervious parking areas to surface water, stormwater and groundwater supply, air pollution, long commute times, physical inactivity, and fuel costs and consumption. Sustainable transportation options can decrease our impact on the environment, reduce the costs of commuting, and improve quality of life for the Denton community. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives The City of Denton is taking steps to invest in a more sustainable transportation system. Multiple forms of alternative transportation – bicycling, walking, telecommuting, carpooling, use of high fuel efficiency or alternative fueled vehicles and mass transit— help to protect the environment, reduce traffic congestion and build active communities. There are many initiatives within the City to promote the use of alternative transportation, including a Bicycle Master Plan Promotion of alternative transportation month in June of each year. Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Targets Number of new alternative refueling stations created Number of new carpools and 47 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 vanpoolls formed Numbe of miles for bike rr lanes Numberr of miles for walking paths/siewalks dd Public transit ridership within the Cityof Denton Strateggy #1 ReviseCurrentPParking Staandardstto Providee Flexibilityy and Redduce Environnmental Immpacts Excessive parking nd imperious surfacs -- artificil structures such as pavements hat aavveeaatt are covred by imenetrabl materials - negatively impact te built enironmentnd eepee--hhvvaa threate groundwter and surface watr resource. The City ill revise it current nnaaeesswwss parkingstandards o reflect lcal conditions and prking deand. The arking ttooaammpp standars will incoporate fleible methds for redcing the strmwater, urface wter, ddrrxxoouuoossaa and groundwater impacts from parking areas. Mesures mayinclude mltiple use aauu landscaping islands, the use f pervious urface paving, and anagemnt practics to oossmmeeee improv the quantity and qulity of storwater drining from parking lot. eeaammaass Implemeentation Acctions Review exising parkin standard, identify gals and piorities an develop list ttggssoorrddaa f strategie for reducig environental imacts. oossnnmmpp Revise parkig standards in accodance wit other acions, incluing nrrhhttdd ivestmentsin alternatve transportation infrstructure, ransportation demad nniiaattnn anagemnt progras, low impct development (LI) and tranit-oriented mmemmaaDDss evelopmet (TOD). ddnn Sustainnability SSnapshoot Poolicy Planning, Ennvironmentaal Seervices Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Hiigh Waater Qualityy, Energy Effficiency, Poollution 48 Preevention, NNeighborhoood Improvement SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Strateggy #2 Improvve and proomote peedestrianoopportuniities The City recognize the impotance of alking and the contriution it mkes to ssrrwwbbaa personl mobility nd the enironment. s such, th City will evaluate wys to proote aaaavvAAeeaamm safe, convenient opportunitis for walkig. Improvig pedestrian opportnities may eennnnuu include sidewalks, alkways nd ameniies such as lighting ad landscaing to wwaattnnpp encourge physicl activity. he City is valuating pportunitis to increse miles o aaaaTTeeooeeaaff sidewals as compared with iles of strets. kkmmee Implemeentation Acctions Emphasizeedestrian pportunities in revisins to the omprehensive Plan. ppooooCC Upon completion of the Compreensive Plan, review sidewalks ad similar hhnn edestrian equiremets of the DC and Biycle Mastr Plan andrecommed pprrnnDDcceenn hanges. cc onsider ofering walking/pedestian safety educationprograms. CCffrr Tack miles f sidewalkper capit. rrooaa Sustainnability SSnapshoot Poolicy, Physical Investment/MMaintenance, Caapital Invesstment Planning, Streets and Trraffic Contrrol, PD, Enngineering, External Paartners Loong-term (wwithin 5 yeaars) Hiigh (more than $100,0000) Hiigh Ennergy Efficiency, Air Quality, Commmunity Chharacter, PPublic Healtth Strateggy #3 Implemment the BBicycle Master Plann In 2011, The City ofDenton cmpleted Bicycle Mster Plan. he primar goal of te ooaaaaTTyyhh plan is t create a integrate transportation and ecreation rameworkto facilitat oonnddrrffee biking as a viable transportation alternaive througout Dentn. The pla gathered tthhoonn data o existing cnditions ad infrastruture for biycle travl, prepare design nnoonncccceedd 49 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 guidelines for consructing failities for cclists, identified supprting programs and ttccyyoo policies, and estimted construction an implemetation coss. As fundig and aaddnnttnn resourcs permit, te City will work to imlement th strategie identifiedin the plan. eehhppeess Implemeentation Acctions T the extet possible, integrate edestrian nd bike fcilities, serices and oonnppaaaavv rograms ino both cit-wide and regional tansportatin systems. ppttyyrroo Eamine opportunities to link bikeroutes wit bike trails o provide paths beteen xxhhttww rsidential, ecreationl, employent and sopping aras, and iplements eerraammhheemmaa rsources allow. ee Research ad secure fnding for plan impleentation. nnuumm Epand oportunities fr bicycle afety eduation. xxppoosscc evelop education prgrams fothe public on the beefits of biking. DDoornn Sustainnability SSnapshoot Enngineering, Streets, Finance rransportatioon, Streets T annd Traffic CControl Planning Extternal Paartners Loong-term (mmore than 55 yeears) Hiigh (more than $1100,000) Medium Ennergy Efficiency, Air Quality, Commmunity Chharacter. PPublic Healtth Additioonal Strateegies for CConsideraation 1.Encurage sustainable mdes of trasportationincluding arpoolingoptions, oooonncc elecric vehicle charging tations infrstructure nd publictransportaion. ttssaaaatt Ealuate trffic signaliation to improve safey and moility and iplements vvazzttbbmmaa 2. fnding allos. uuww 50 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 8 Education, Communication and Community Involvement Goals 1.Develop and promote city government and community sustainability programs. 2.Encourage and promote citizen involvement. 3.Increase sustainability education, awareness and personal responsibility. Why Education, Communication and Community Involvement Matters for a Sustainable Denton By providing education and involvement opportunities, regularly tracking successes and acknowledging areas for improvements, the community can understand what the City is doing to lead the way, and can participate in making Denton a more sustainable community. The sustainability challenges of today require global, local and individual action. Although the City of Denton is implementing many substantial initiatives to improve community sustainability, government actions cannot and should not be the only actions. The success of this Plan depends on the active involvement of city residents, businesses and institutions. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives In 2011, the City launched a sustainability website and education seminar series. The website and education program aim to raise awareness about sustainability in the community and prompt individuals to act. The website provides information to citizens of all ages, including interactive coloring pages for kids and tips for adults to learn how to integrate sustainability into daily lives. The City also promotes community participation in national, regional and local environmental events. Denton is working with community organizations and non-profit groups to educate residents and businesses on environmental issues and offer tips to address environmental challenges. Examples of environmental events include: Earth Day (April 22 annually); Earth Hour (last Saturday of March annually – the event involves households and businesses turning off their non-essential lights for one hour); clean air action days organized by the City and North Texas Clean Air Coalition (NTCAC); and 51 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 municipal clean-up events. Events like these raise awareness and encourage individuals to take personal actions to improve community sustainability. Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Targets Number of visits to City’s sustainability website annually Number of people attending sustainability workshops and education sessions annually Program under Number of sustainable development businesses involved in the Green Business Program Strategy #1 Create a Sustainability Advisory Council The proposed Sustainability Advisory Council (SAC) is a committee of community stakeholders selected by City Council and other City officials to represent and serve the community on sustainability initiatives. The SAC will be responsible for advising city decision-makers on sustainability initiatives and engaging the public and other community stakeholders in the implementation of the Plan. The SAC may assist with development of the sustainability education program and will provide guidance concerning sustainability strategies. Implementation Actions Identify a diverse group of community stakeholders to participate in the Sustainability Advisory Council. Develop guidelines on SAC’s roles and responsibilities. Set recurring meeting dates and assign City staff to participate in regular meetings of the SAC. 52 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainnability SSnapshott Edducation/ Coommunication Ennvironmental Servicess, Suustainability Advisory Coouncil Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $220,000) High Coommunity CCharacter Strateggy #2 Createe a GreenBusinessProgramto Identifyy and Reccognize SSustainable Businessses A green business program is itended toprovide recognitiono Denton usinesses for nnttbb their comitment o sustainaility. The ity will establish criteri for verifyig that mmttbbCCaann busineses meet sustainabilitystandards including nergy andwater conservation, ssee waste rduction ad pollutio prevention. Businesss that met the stanards will b eennnneeeeddee officiall recognized by the Cty. yyii To reconize gree businesse, the City ill post th names of green busiesses on te ggnnsswweennhh City’s wbsite. Aditionally, aprogram lgo will becreated t identify prticipating eeddooooaa busineses. Green usinessesan adverise the log on businss website or post dcal ssbbccttooeessee on storefront windws. oo Implemeentation Acctions Etablish selction critria for recgnizing gren busineses. sseeeeooeess evelop anapplication and evaluation proess. DDcc evelop a lgo and dcal for buinesses to isplay an communicate DDooeessdddd rcognition to citizens. ee Partner withDenton Camber of ommerc to identif green buinesses. hhCCeeyyss 53 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Edducation/ Cmmunication oo Ennvironmental Servicess, Ecconomic Deevelopmentt, Deenton Chammber of Coommerce Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Hiigh Ecconomic Deevelopmentt, Coommunity CCharacter Strateggy #3 Develoop a Section in the Chamberr of Commmerce Neewsletter to Highlighht Sustainnable Busiinesses The City will work ith the Deton Chamber of Comerce to evelop a section in the wwnnmmdd newsleter that higlights sustinable buinesses. Th section ill provide ositive tthaasseewwpp advertisement for nvironmetally and socially resonsible businesses. It ill also eennppww highligh sustainablity trends nd educate other bsinesses o ways to itegrate ttiiaauunnnn sustainability principles into their busines operation. ssss Implemeentation Acctions Partner withthe Dento Chamber of Commrce to idntify sustaiable nneeeenn usinesses. bb ssign staff o conduc research nd writingof sustainbility sectin newslett. AAttttaaaaooeer etermineppropriat and cost-ffective distribution echanis. DDaaeeeemmmm 54 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Edducation/ Coommunication Deenton Chammber of Coommerce Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Low (less thn $20,000 aa)) Medium Ecconomic Deevelopmentt 55 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 9 Material Resources Management Goals 1.Reduce solid waste generation and divert waste away from landfill disposal through increased recycling and reuse options. 2.Leverage city government’s purchasing power to procure goods and services that cause less harm to humans and the environment, in accordance with procurement laws and regulations. Why Material Resources Management Matters for a Sustainable Denton The City of Denton is committed to sustainable materials management through recycling, landfill energy recovery, environmentally preferable purchasing and litter reduction. Material goods can use energy intensive processes, may contain excessive packaging and may be transported over long distances before they are used once and discarded. The transportation of waste to disposal sites produces air pollutants, as does the decomposition of solid waste at the landfill. The amount of time a landfill can be effectively utilized can also be extended if materials destined for the landfill can be reduced, reused, and / or recycled. Fortunately, there are many local opportunities to manage material resources efficiently and promote economic growth and environmental quality. At multiple stages of a product’s lifecycle — extraction and processing of raw materials, manufacturing, distribution, storage, transport and disposal — innovations in materials management can reduce waste and promote reuse. Examples of strategies include recycling, composting, source reduction and energy recovery from waste. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives The City has an active recycling program both for citizens and within its government facilities. Denton offers innovative programs, including a home chemical collection program, its award-winning pharmaceutical disposal events, and yard waste 56 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 composting. The City has an active recycling program for residents and city government operations. Through the Home Chemical Collection (HCC) program, the City provides at-home collection of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) to all residents. In an effort to reuse materials, the City redistributes HHW material to residents at its ReUse Store. In partnership with Denton Municipal Electric, residents may also exchange incandescent bulbs for compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs during DME’s sponsored CFL exchange program. The City wants to expand the success of the HCC program and increase household participation. The goal is to publicize the service to encourage residents to participate and prevent HHW from being disposed of in the City’s landfill. To help dispose of pharmaceutical products, the City offers residents the opportunity to dispose of unwanted and expired medicines during Denton Drug Disposal Days (D4). The city-sponsored pharmaceutical disposal event was the first pharmaceutical collection event in Texas approved by the TCEQ and the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). In 2011, D4 won “Outstanding Recycling Special Event” at the Greater Dallas Fort-Worth Recycling Alliance Recycling Leadership Awards. As funding permits, D4 events are held each year to provide citizens with an opportunity to dispose of pharmaceutical waste. In addition to collection events, the City is evaluating a permanent collection location. The permanent location will provide a secure collection container for routine disposal of these materials. Lastly, the City’s Solid Waste Department collects municipal yard waste (bagged grass clipping and leaves, brush and tree limbs) for composting. Yard waste and waste activated biosolids recycled from the Pecan Creek Water Reclamation Plant are used to make Dyno Dirt, compost made and sold by the Water Utilities Beneficial Reuse Division. 57 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Targets Quantity and type of HHW collected Quantity of pharmaceutical waste collected annually Quantity of yard waste collected annually Quantity of Dyno Dirt sold annually May not be able to Percent recycling diversion narrow down. rate—commercial 57% Percent recycling diversion rate—residential Strategy #1 Promote Cleanup Events The City is committed to community maintenance and stewardship efforts. Through its partnership with Keep Denton Beautiful and other community organizations, the City promotes and sponsors cleanup events by providing supplies and recruiting volunteers. During cleanup events, volunteers collect trash from streets, waterways and neighborhoods. Cleanup sites often include parks, business grounds, school grounds and nature trails. Through its relationships with local businesses and organizations, the City can request donations, supplies, or in kind support. Implementation Actions Partner with community organizations to sponsor cleanup events. Educate citizens on ways to keep neighborhoods clean. Work with community organizations to promote existing events Advertise date and location of scheduled events via the city’s website, email notifications, newspaper advertisement, mailings and flyers. 58 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Cooordinationn, Event Exxternal Partners, City Deepartmentss Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) w (less thn $20,00) Looaa00 Medium Poollution Preevention, Coommunity CCharacter Strateggy #2 Establissh formalEnvironmmentally PrreferredPPurchasingg Policy The City is establising a forml Environentally Preferred Purhasing Policy to guid the hhaammccee City’s prchasingecisions ad promot the use o products nd servics that bes uuddnneeffaaeett align wih the city’ sustainability goals. I making purchasing ecisions, ertain ttssnnddcc producs and servies will be evaluatedbased on heir environmental ipact in ttccttmm additio to price aance. In ealuatingnvironmetal perforance, the nd perfor nnmmvveennmm entire poduct lifeycle will b considerd. Producs and servies should promote te rrcceeeettcchh use of rnewableaterials, use of less txic chemials, promte natural resource eemmooccoo protection, increae renewale energy se, minimie waste ad use environmentally ssbbuuzznn soundaste dispoal technologies whe feasible. he policy ill cover office supplis, wwssnnTTwwee electroic equipmnt, cleanig producs and foo and beverage materials. nneennttdd Implemeentation Acctions Ealuate th environmntal impacts of products and srvices. vveeeeee Tack and rport envirnmentallypreferred uchases product tpe and rreeooppr((yy uantity) b departmnt, if feasile. qqyyeebb 59 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Policy Puurchasing, Evironmental Service nnss Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Medium Poollution preevention, Ennergy Efficiency, Air Quality Strateggy #3 DivertSSolid Wastte from Laandfills Thrrough Reccycling Denton is continually expandng its recyling progrm to incrase and iprove citien iiccaaeemmzz accesso recyclin opportunities. The Cty currentl provides urbside sigle stream ttggiiyyccnn recyclin services o single-faily resideces and te opportuity for reccling for all ggttmmnnhhnnyy multi-faily resideces and bsinesses. T increaserecycling articipation in multi- mmnnuuoopp family rsidential uits, the City offers fre waste audits and eployee eucation t eenneemmddoo multi-faily complxes that ould like t recycle. ommercil recyclingservices mmeewwooCCaa currentl include crdboard, office/mixd paper or single-stram (comigled) yyaaeeeenn recyclin. Denton ecently introduced ailot progrm for busiesses located recycling ggrrppaann downton in the Suare Distrct to studyopportuniies to incrase recyclng wwqqiitteeii effectivness. Therecent opning of a aterials Rcycling Fcility at th municipal eeeeMMeeaaee landfill ill improve recycling fficiency.This facilit will help t minimize rips to delier wweeyyoottvv recyclales for soring and allws bettertracking o recycling participatin in Dentn. bbttooffoooo When rcycling is ot directlyavailable or homes r businesss, citizens an use on of eennffooeeccee four muicipal dro-off centrs. Recyclig at the dop-off centers recently expandd to nnppeennrree include wax-coatd food an beverag containes such as ilk cartons or juice eeddeerrmm containrs. The Ciy of Denton landfill cllects electronic matrials, incluing televiions, eettooeeddss computers and oter small husehold electronics. hhoo Implemeentation Acctions Educate th communiy on whatand how t recycle. eettoo ontinue to identify mterials an productsused by te commuity that can be CCaaddhhnn rcycled. ee P use and re-use ofnon-toxic,recycled building aterials ad romote th eemmnn rcycling ofappropriae constrution / demolition wases eettcctt 60 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Sustainnability SSnapshoot Prrogram Impprovement, Edducation/ Coommunication Soolid Waste and Reecycling, Finance Mid-term (3 –– 5 years) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Lw oo Poollution Preevention, Air Quality 61 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 10 Local Food Production Goals 1. Encourage local food production and distribution. Why Local Food Production Matters for a Sustainable Denton Food plays a critical role in community health, economy, environment and culture. By supporting local farmers, urban agriculture and community gardens, the City supports local businesses, facilitates public access to local food, and helps decrease air pollution and fossil fuel consumption by reducing the distance food travels. Successes to Date and Ongoing Initiatives Every April through September, local food businesses and artists participate in the Denton Community Market held at the corner of Mulberry and Carroll. The market is a community gathering space for locally produced foods and locally produced arts and crafts. The City is evaluating opportunities to expand local food production including urban gardens, food cooperatives, backyard chickens and Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA). Sustainability Metrics Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Targets Number of permits issued to local food businesses/local artists to participate at Denton Community Market Number/acreage of community gardens Strategy #1 Encourage Community Gardens Within City Limits To support consumption and production of local food, the City of Denton is evaluating measures to promote community gardens. A community garden is land used collectively by a group of people to provide fresh produce and plants as well as neighborhood improvement and community engagement. Community gardens can promote healthier eating, spur economic development and can transform unused land into productive and attractive spaces that demonstrate the benefits of local food production. Implementation Actions 62 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Research leel of citizn interest i participaing in community gadens. vveennttrr Ientify lan availablefor commnity gardens. dddduu Provide edcation to itizens on ommunitygardens. uucccc Sustainnability SSnapshoot Prrogram Devvelopment, Caapital Invesstment Ennvironmental Servicess Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Hiigh Coommunity CCharacter tegyy #2 Stra Evaluate Opporttunities too Increasee Access aand Availlability ofLocally Produced Food InncludingBBackyardd Urban Gardens,BBackyardUrban Chhickens annd Food Coopeeratives To increse acces and availbility of loal food, te City is ealuating bckyard urban aassaacchhvvaa gardening, backyrd urban hickens ad food coperatives.Unlike a cmmunity aaccnnoooo garden, a backyad urban grden is no shared cllectively mong citizns and rraattooaaee managd solely b homeowers in bacyards. eeyynnkk Similarly allowing ackyard urban-raise chickens or non-comercial uses suppors ,,bbddffmmtt the City’s goal of lcal food roduction and consumption. Th City is cosidering ooppeenn passing an ordinace to allo residents o raise chickens in thir backyad to feed heir nnwwtteerrtt families. Advocates of backyrd urban hickens ae motivatd by a desire for self- aaccrree sufficiecy, humane treatmet of chickns and posible health benefits f consumig nnnneessoonn eggs ad meat from backyad urban-raised chickns vesus idustrial cickens. Lastly, nnrreernnhh the Citywill researh opportunities to inrease foo cooperatves and CA. ccccddiiSS 63 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Implemmentation Actions Provde educaion to citizns on ho to start bckyard uran gardes. iitteewwaabbnn Draf a municial ordinane concering regulations and rstrictions fr backyard ttppccnneeoo chicens and ring to Cit Council fr recommndation. kkbbyyooee Resarch level f citizen iterest in fod coopertives andCSAs and dentify eeoonnooaaii opprtunities. oo Sustainability SSnapshoot Reesearch/Annalysis, Policy Annimal Contrrol, Code Ennforcementt, Economicc Deevelopmentt Mid-term (3 –– 5 years) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Medium Coommunity CCharacter Strateggy #3 Increasse Numbeer of Venddors Particcipatingaat Farmer''s Marketss and Craaft Fairs in the Community Farmersmarkets ad craft mrkets provie venuesfor local bsinesses t promote heir nnaadduuoott goodsnd service encourae local prduction ad consumption and romote aassggoonnpp community throug organize events. Te City will ork with ommunityorganizatins hhddhhwwccoo to increse the nuber of vedors proviing local ood and rafts at comunity aammnnddffccmm events. Implemmentation Actions Parter with Chamber of ommerceto promot community events. nnCCee 64 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Eduate local usinesses nd farms n permit pplication process toparticipat at ccbbaaooaaee farmer’s markes. tt Evalate feasibility of dedcating peranent spce/structre and infastructure for uuiimmaauurr farmers’ markes and othr communty events. tteeii Sustainnability SSnapshoot Cooordinationn, Event Exxternal Partners Shhort-term (wwithin 3 yeears) Loow (less thaan $20,0000) Loow Joob Creationn, Communiity Chharacter 65 SimplySu­·z“,Œ;“DDRAFT AStrategiicPlanforDee“·š“x­Futuree11/29//2011 Chapter 11 Implementation This Plan was developed to communicate Denton’s commitment to sustainability, identify strategies for moving forward, and inform all interested stakeholders of the City’s progress. The creation of the Plan is the first step to a successful program. The next step – and the true measure of success -- is to implement the selected strategies. Selection of Strategies for Implementation Strategies for improving the City’s sustainability performance were ranked and identified in the preceding chapters. Thirty strategies were identified for implementation, with an additional 10 included for future consideration. Collectively, these strategies build on Denton’s successes and pave the way to a more sustainable future. [Placeholder -see attached table] Strategies will “ripen” at different rates and for different reasons. Accordingly, the Plan provides a flexible approach for implementation and recognizes that opportunity is based on a variety of logistical, financial, technical, and other variables that change over time. The selection of strategies for future implementation will be based on the current and projected status of the City’s budget, external partnerships and funding sources, emerging City activities, stakeholder input and contribution towards achieving the sustainability goals. Resources Needed for Implementation This Plan will require a significant budgetary commitment by the City. While financial considerations were a deciding factor in selecting the strategies for inclusion in the Plan, the City will need to continually assess the financial requirements of sustainability strategies and consider those requirements against other budgetary needs. Implementation strategies will also require participation of individuals and organizations across City departments and in the community. The City will actively research and apply for national, state and local competitive grants to support the selected sustainability initiatives as well as leverage partner organizations when possible. Development of Action Plans and Monitoring Plans Implementation actions – initial steps for implementation -- for each strategy have been suggested in each Focus Area Chapter, but more detailed action plans will be developed prior to strategy implementation. The action plans will be used to streamline resources and foster interdepartmental coordination. The following information will be recorded in the action plans: Action items Priority Persons responsible for implementation 66 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Deliverables Resource needs (personnel and financial) Schedule and milestones Status Monitoring plan As outlined above, each action plan will include a monitoring plan that establishes protocols to ensure progress is measured at an appropriate frequency and that the required information is consistently collected and reported. Measuring and Communicating Progress Sustainability can be measured through a variety of quantitative and qualitative indicators and performance metrics. Where possible, quantitative measures are preferred because qualitative measures are typically subjective and can be difficult to define. In each Focus Area Chapter KPIs were identified. For each KPI, meaningful and achievable targets were set and the baseline value, or current status of the KPI was determined. The established KPIs, targets and baseline values will be used to measure and communicate progress. A summary of the current KPI, targets and baseline values is provided in the table below. It is anticipated that additional KPIs will be established during plan implementation. Key Performance Indicators Baseline/Current Status Target Chapter 3 - Water Number NPDES permit Maintain no violations Zero violations Number of EPA health Maintain no violations Zero violations Number of sanitary sewer Minimize number of SSOs overflows (SSOs) Volume of sanitary sewer Minimize volume of SSOs overflows (SSOs) Rank of water quality Continue to maintain high In top 10% against other cities quality drinking water Chapter 4 - Air Quality and GHG Management Air Quality Index (AQI) 2011- 42 GHG Emissions- Municipal Operations GHG Emissions- Community-wide per capita Annual Municipal Fleet Fuel Gallons gasoline, diesel and Increase alternative fuel 67 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Consumptionalternative fuels consumption as percentage of total fuel consumption. 2001- 7 hybrid vehicles Number of Alternative Fuel 2011 - 375 Diesel (on and Vehicles (Hybrids, CNG, off road which can use electric) in Municipal biodiesel) 52 Flex Fuel Vehicle Fleet 19 Hybrid Electric Chapter 5 - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Total municipal government energy consumption Number of participants in energy rebate and audit programs Renewable percent of DME’s electric power 2010- 40% generation Number and size of renewable energy systems installed Chapter 6 - Land Use and Open/Natural Space Square feet of new (infill) development Acres of protected open space % of city area currently 19% covered by tree canopy Acres of brownfield sites redeveloped Chapter 7 – Transportation Number of new alternative refueling stations created Number of new carpools and vanpools formed Number of miles for bike lanes Number of miles for walking paths/sidewalks Public transit ridership within the City of Denton 68 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Chapter 8 - Education, Communication and Community Involvement Number of visits to City’s sustainability website annually Number of people attending sustainability workshops and education sessions annually Number of sustainable Program under businesses involved in the development Green Business Program Chapter 9 - Material Resources Management Quantity and type of HHW collected Quantity of pharmaceutical waste collected annually Quantity of yard waste collected annually Quantity of Dyno Dirt sold annually Percent recycling diversion May not be able to narrow rate - commercial down. Percent recycling diversion 57% rate - residential Chapter 10 - Local Food Production Number of permits issued to local food businesses/artists to participate at Denton Community Market Number/acreage of community gardens Sustainability Management Tool The City is developing a tool for tracking progress and communicating results. This tool will provide data management capabilities to track progress on KPIs and provide a dashboard and reporting functions to visually communicate results both internally and externally. The web-based sustainability management tool is critical in improving communication both internally and externally to City stakeholders. The tool will be updated regularly when new data on KPIs are available. 69 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 Continued Program Development This Plan is a living document that will require updates on a regular basis. Monitoring progress is necessary to compare outcomes with the City’s objectives and ensure long- term viability of the program. In addition to tracking KPIs, the City will continually communicate with the community about the Plan’s programs, projects and progress. The City will revisit the strategies in the plan on a regular basis with an extensive review every three to five years. Periodic review is required to determine if strategies that have not been implemented will be reconsidered or replaced with alternatives. Annual reviews need to include a list of anticipated projects and budget needs and be presented for budget approval. The stakeholder working groups will meet on a quarterly basis to gauge progress and monitor performance to make sure the City is on track for continual sustainability improvement. In future sustainability planning, the City will consider lessons learned from the successes and challenges of implementing the Plan. The plan will serve as a mechanism for continual innovation and improvement. City of Denton, 2011 . Available at http://www.cityofdenton.com/index.aspx?page=346 Facts, Water- Facts i City of Denton, 2011 . Available at Current Topics-Denton Wins Award ii http://www.cityofdenton.com/index.aspx?page=287 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2011, Ground Level Ozone Basic Information, available at iii http://www.epa.gov/airquality/ozonepollution/basic.html North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) 2011, , available at http://nctcog.org/trans/air/ Air Quality iv µ U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Energy Information Administration (EIA) Energy Outlook 2010 70 Simply{Ò­·z“,Œ;“DRAFT AStrategicPlanfor5;“·š“x­Future11/29/2011 WS #3 AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET AGENDA DATE:December 13,2011 DEPARTMENT:Planning & Development ACM:Fred Greene SUBJECTInfill Development/Redevelopment DCA11-0007 Receive a report, hold a discussion and give staff direction regarding amending Section 35.7.14 of the Denton Development Code relative to standards governing the Infill Development Special Purpose District. BACKGROUND On May 1, 2007, the City Council adopted the Infill Special Purpose District (ISPD) within Subchapter 7 of the Denton Development Code (DDC). Please see Exhibit 1. Since its adoption on May 1, 2007, only two (2) applications for infill projects have been submitted to the City for review and approval. DISCUSSION Many municipalities use incentives to encourage development/redevelopment of blighted, vacant, underdeveloped and/or economically underperforming lots in areas where infrastructure and municipal services already exist. Typical locations for infill development include downtowns, transit corridors, and other areas adjacent to employment, shopping, educational, and recreational centers. There are many reasons for local governments to use in- fill development incentives. For one, the incentives help revitalize properties that are underused or blighted. The revitalization of these properties can create jobs, increases purchasing power via the elimination of blight and crime, increase property value, and generates revenue. While there are benefits to in-fill development, there are also challenges associated with building on an in-fill property, such as environmental constraints or contamination, outdated infrastructure, complicated title issues, and the fragmented nature of many in-fill lots. Some of these issues can be quite costly to remedy, and therefore discourages infill developments. To compensate for or to mitigate the possible financial hardships of developing infill properties, the ISPD was adopted by the City Council on May 1, 2007, as Section 35.7.14 of the DDC. Per Section 35.7.14.1 of theDDC, the purpose and intent of the ISPD is to standards for the development of infill lots in existing neighborhoods on parcels of land that have remained undevelopedDue to the fact that the provisions of the ISPD are limited to parcels of land that have remained undeveloped, blighted, underdeveloped or economically underperforming, developed lots within the boundaries of the ISPD does not enjoy the provisions thereof, not withstanding being located in an urbanized area where infrastructure and municipal services already exist. Since its adoption May 1, 2007, only two (2) applications have been submitted for infill projects within the ISPD. This may be due to the limitation stated in the preceding paragraph. To alleviate this restriction, Staff is recommending that the provisions of the ISPD be made applicable to all lots within the ISPD, providing they meet the existing criteria stated in 35.7.14.2, which are as follow: 1.the subject parcels may not be greater than two (2) acres; 2.the proposed area has not been replatted into less than two (2) acre lots after the effective date of the adoption of the ordinance; 3.the proposed area lies fully within the boundaries of the ISPD; and, 4.the proposed area does not fall within any other Special Purpose or Overlay district. Staff is also recommending that 35.7.14 be reviewed in its entirety for possible amendments that will encourage development/redevelopment within the ISPD, while not departing for the initial spirit and intent of the Code. OPTIONS 1.Maintain the existing provisions of 35.7.14; or 2.Review 35.7.14 its entirety for possible amendments that will encourage development/redevelopment within the ISPD, while not departing for the initial spirit and intent of the Code; and 3.Make the provisions of the ISPD applicable to all lots within the ISPD, providing they meet the existing criteria stated in 35.7.14.2 of the DDC. EXHIBITS 1.Current Infill Special Purpose District ordinance. Prepared by: Mark A. Cunningham, AICP, CPM Planning and Development Department Director Respectfully submitted: Fred Greene Assistant City Manager 35.7.14 Infill Special Purpose District 35.7.14.1 Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this district is to provide standards for the dev parcels of land that have remained undeveloped. The specific objectives of this district are to: A. Allow flexibility in location, type and density, within the dens Denton Development Code; B. Provide flexibility in lot size, configuration, and vehicle accedevelopment; C. Provide development standards that promote compatibility between promote certainty in the marketplace; D. Encourage development of needed housing in close proximity to em E. Promote neighborhood preservation and enhancement through infill development of vacan F. Encourage mixed use development opportunities in order to provid to jobs; G. ent goals; and, H. Encourage new development as well as preservation of a diversity neighborhoods. 35.7.14.2 Applicability and General Provisions There is hereby established a special purpose district to be known as the Infill Special Purpose Distri of the Infill Special Purpose District is shown on Figure 35.7.1 All applications for development of buildings, structures, and lnd Downtown University Core Zoning Districts that are no greater than two ac and provisions of the Infill Special Purpose District regulation a. the proposed area has not been replatted into less than two acre lots after t the adoption of this ordinance; and b. the proposed area lies fully within the boundaries of the Infill c. the proposed area does not fall within any other Special Purpose or In the case of conflict among regulations, the more flexible sta A. Permitted Uses. 1.All uses permitted by the underlying zoning 2.Zero-lot line dwellings (permitted only within the Downtown University Core Zoning Distr B. Neighborhood Meeting Requirement. 1.Applicants proposing to develop on infill lots meeting the chara at least one neighborhood meeting, which shall be attended by one or more City Planners, prior to the approval by the Development Review Committee Chair. Record owne of the subject property, as reflected in the records of the Dentbe notified by mail 10 days prior to the neighborhood meeting by th meeting shall be held at a public facility, such as a public lib proximity of the subject property. 2.Prior to the conclusion of the Neighborhood Meeting, the City Planner in attendance will any administrative adjustments granted under Subsection 35.7.14. of any notified property owner in attendance who wish to bring sve adjustments forward for consideration by the Planning and Zoning Commission. 3.No further public notification of any such meeting before the Pl shall be required, other than an agenda posting as required by ting Act, and the decision of the Planning and Zoning Commission shall be final. C. Plan Requirement. A site plan shall be submitted for infill development within the shall be approved by the Building Division prior to the issuance of a building permit. D. Approval Process, Administrative Adjustments and Appeals. 1.The Planning Director is authorized to grant administrative adju requirements of Subchapter 5 of the Denton Development Code for height, setback, and lot coverage within Neighborhood Residential Zoning Districts and Downtown Un in the Infill Special Purpose District. 2.Decisions on administrative adjustments may be appealed to the Ping Commission by the applicant or by any property owners who have filed a writ adjustments, as set forth in §35.7.14.2.B.2. Such an appeal wil forth in §35.3.7.D.1. If the protests received at the neighborhood meeting include those of the record owners of 20% or more of the property living within 200 feet of before the Planning and Zoning Commission shall also incorporate event, the decision of the Planning and Zoning Commission is final. 3.Adjustments in excess of 25% require the approval of both the Pl the City Council, using the Zoning Amendment procedure set forth 35.3.4.C.4. E. Content of Application. Applications shall be accompanied by an accurately dimensioned s structures, and detailed scaled elevation sketches or photograph proposed and existing structures to remain. The applicant may be required to furnish such additional information or supporting detail as may be reasonably necessary herein. F. Compatibility. While this Section is intended to promote quality development aneliminate conditions of gross design incompatibility that have the potential for enduring a century o compel rigid conformity. Recognizing that great diversity of sty is one of compliance with these standards will be the minimum necessary to Section of the Code may be augmented by the publication in the Criteria Manual of guid illustrate the standards. Such guidelines may be referenced in t standards herein. G. Exclusions. The provisions of the Infill Special Purpose District may not be applied to the following: 1.Infill of an entire street whole block face; 2.Infill of an entire neighborhood; 3.Infill of land greater than two acres in size; 4.Infill land replatted into less than two acre lots after the effdate of the adoption of this ordinance; or 5.Infill land located within the boundaries of any other Special P 35.7.14.3 Development Standards This section sets standards for structure placement, height, scaon emphasis, design details, texture, and materials. A. Designations, the state of Texas Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHLs) or the U.S. National Register of Historic Places or, is located on or within two blocks in any di adjacent to any historic or conservation district, then the infi established structures in the neighborhood in accordance with the followin 1.Placement. No new or moved structure shall be located any closer property line than the structure situated on either side of it. separation shall be consistent with the general character of the neighborhood. Primary structur façade and primary entrance facing the street or shall be orient where the neighborhood orientation is not with the front façade and primary entrance fac street. Garages shall be located consistent with the character Any lot located on an alley and situated between structures that access only to that alley shall be developed with driveway access to the alley only. Revi under this section shall be consistent with other setback regula and the building code and fire code. 2.Height, Scale and Proportion. The height of any structure shall b neighborhood. Finished floor elevations (FFE), and front yard those adjacent structures unless the Floodplain Administrator requires a higher FFE. Overall height, width, scale, and general proportions shall be similar to or con neighborhood. 3.Roof style and pitch of the proposed structure shall be architectent with the neighborhood character. 4.Facade, Materials and Detail. Where neighborhood character inclu including but not limited to, door and window trim, corner board shutters, the details of any primary structure (or accessory structure visible fr way) shall be compatible with such character. Where neighborhood enclosed front porches, any primary structure shall include a siThe materials and relative proportions of doors and windows of the principal structure and the public right of way shall be compatible with neighborhood ch compatible with neighborhood character. Exposed wood on any structure shall be painted or stained in a manner generally compatible with neighborhood character. 5.Maximum Lot Coverage. Lot coverage shall be compatible with the 6.Front Yard Setbacks. Front Setbacks are as permitted by the underlying zone. However, the contextual setback option may be granted by the Planning and Dev setback is an average of the setbacks of adjacent or abutting long structure is located within 20-40 feet of the subject site and fronts the same street as the pr setback is within 0-10 feet of the setback provided by the nearest structure or building. If there two adjacent structures fronting onto the same street, then an a using the two adjacent structures. In no case shall the front yfive feet, except in the NRMU, DC-N and DC-G zoning districts, where there are no minimum front yard setbac requirements. B. Tree Preservation and Landscape Requirements. 1.Infill development, as defined in this Chapter, shall be exempt ter 35.13.7.C. Street Tree Requirements, provided that at the time of permitting, street tr developed lots: a.located on either side of the same street as the infill lot, b.between the same intersecting streets as the infill lot, and c.within the same land use category as the infill lot. 2.Infill development, as defined in this Chapter, shall be exempt Landscaping Standards where front parking is allowed. All other .13.7 Tree Preservation and Landscape Requirements shall apply. C.Parking. All requirements of Subchapter 35.14. (Parking Standar-family dwellings on infill lots as described in this section, tandem parking shall bd. For developments on infill lots, as defined in this section, parking in front shall be allowed. D.Zero-Lot Line Dwelling. Zero Lot Line Dwellings shall be permitted o 35.7.14.3.A and are subject to the same standards as detached single family structures elsewhere in the Denton Development Code, except that the following additional provision 1.When a proposed zero-lot line dwelling shares a side property line with an existing n-zero lot line development, the zero-lot line dwelling shall be setback from the common property line minimum of five feet regardless of the setback requirements of t greater setback is required by the Fire Code. Refer to Figure 35D; 2.Where two of more zero lot-line dwellings are proposed a building separation between the pr zero lot-line dwellings shall be 10 feet. Where a proposed zero lot-line dwelling shares a side property line with a proposed non-zero lot line dwelling, the setback shall be 10 feet. Refer to Figure 35.7.14.3.D; 3.Prior to building permit approval, the applicant shall submit a zero lot line house that guarantees rights for construction and ards. The easement shall stipulate that no fence or other obstruction shal prevent maintenance of structures on the subject lot; 4.Placement and/or design of windows on the ground-floor of the zero-lot line house shall support privacy for the occupants of the abutting lot as well as for the 5.The development shall comply with the design standards in Subcha Development Code. E.Sidewalk construction. In cases where infill development is required to construct a sidewalk on abutting- collector or non-arterial road rights of way pursuant to Section 35.20.3.B of thi where sidewalk does not exist along said street in front of bothabutting the subject infill residential development site on the same side of the street, infill developm along the non-collector and non-arterial street abutting the subject development. For proposed infill on corner lots, sidewalks are not required to be constructed a abutting property does not have an existing sidewalk, unless the otherwise, the proposed infill development is required to construct a sidewalk from the end of sidewalk to the corner of the lot when sidewalk does exist along said street in Figure 35.7.14.3.D F.Perimeter Paving Requirements/Road improvements on abutting non-collector and non-arterial road rights-of way. In cases where a plat is required to construct a half-street road on abutting public or private street rights- of-way pursuant to Section 35.20. L, and for interior lots where said street in front of both prop the subject development site on the same side of the street has subject development shall not be required to construct a half-street road along the non-collector and non- arterial street abutting the subject development. This section occupy a full block face. For proposed infill on corner lots, a half-street road is not required to be constructed along any street in which the abutting property does not have a roadway improved pursuant classified as an arterial or collector; otherwise, the proposed - street road from the end of the improvement to the center of the said street in front of an abutting property. G.Unless otherwise noted in this Section, all other applicable stade and Criteria Manual shall apply. Figure 35.7.14.2 #1 AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET AGENDA DATE: December 13, 2011 DEPARTMENT: Electric ACM: Howard Martin, 349-8232 SUBJECT Consider adoption of an ordinance awarding a Professional Services Agreement for the professional services and engineering design of the proposed Denton natural gas pipeline; providing for the expenditure of funds therefore; and providing an effective date (RFQ 4693 - Request for Qualifications for Professional Services and Engineering Design of the Proposed Denton Natural Gas Pipeline awarded to Teague Nall & Perkins in the amount of $489,800 for engineering/design services and construction administration). FILE INFORMATION On June 6, 2011, Denton Municipal Electric (DME) issued a request for qualifications (RFQ) for professional services and engineering design of the proposed Denton natural gas pipeline. DME received six (6) responses. Each Respondent received a point value (1 thru 5) for each criterion. The Respondent with the top score was selected to move to the next phase of the process. Staff recommended and received direction from the PUB and Council to begin negotiating the terms and conditions of a contract for professional services and engineering design with the top ranked Respondent. In the event that terms and conditions could not be agreed upon, DME would have formally terminated discussions (in writing) and then DME would have entered into negotiations with the next highest ranked Respondent. At this time, a negotiated contract is being presented for final approval. It includes a fixed fee for the engineering and design of the proposed natural gas pipeline and an hourly fee for miscellaneous services and the construction administration of the project. Not included in this scope of services is the engineering and construction of the tapping and metering facilities of the transmission pipelines. These services will be provided by the owner of each transmission pipeline. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the Professional Services Agreement for the professional services and engineering design of the proposed Denton natural gas pipeline in the amount of $489,800. Agenda Information Sheet December 13, 2011 Page 2 PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS Teague Nall & Perkins Denton, TX ESTIMATED SCHEDULE OF PROJECT This agreement will be in effect throughout the engineering/design of the proposed natural gas pipeline. The agreement also includes the on-site construction administration of the pipeline. Project completion is estimated at 12 months. FISCAL INFORMATION Funding for this agreement will come from operating budget account 602751497.1360.3900. Requisition # 106123 has been entered in the Purchasing software system. EXHIBITS Exhibit 1: Contract containing Scope of Services / Project Fee Schedule Exhibit 2: Committee Evaluation Ranking Respectfully submitted, Phil Williams General Manager Denton Municipal Electric Prepared by: Michael S. Grim Executive Manager, Power Legislative & Regulatory Affairs Denton Municipal Electric EXHIBIT1 ORDINANCE NO. 2011-______ AN ORDINANCE AWARDING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE PROPOSED DENTON NATURAL GAS PIPELINE; PROVIDING FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS THEREFOR; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (RFQ 4693-REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AND DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE PROPOSED DENTON NATURAL GAS PIPELINE - AWARDED TO TEAGUE NALL & PERKINS, DENTON, TEXAS IN THE AMOUNT OF NOT-TO-EXCEED $489,800). WHEREAS, the professional services provider (the “Provider) referenced in this ordinance is being selected as the most highly qualified on the basis of its demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the proposed professional services in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas; and WHEREAS, the fees under the proposed agreement are fair and reasonable and are consistent with, and not higher than the recommended practices and fees published by the professional associations applicable to the Provider’s profession, and such fees do not exceed the maximum provided by law; NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Teague Nall & Perkins, an engineering firm located in Denton, Texas, to provide professional design and engineering services and related services, for the proposed Denton natural gas pipeline, a copy of which is on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent and incorporated by reference herein. SECTION 2. The City Manager is authorized to expend funds as required by the Agreement. SECTION 3. The City Council of the City of Denton, Texas hereby expressly delegates the authority to take any and all actions that may be required or permitted to be performed by the City of Denton, Texas under the Request for Qualifications (“RFQ”) 4693-Professional Services and Engineering Design of the Proposed Denton Natural Gas Pipeline to the City Manager of the City of Denton, Texas, or his designee. SECTION 4. The findings stated in the preamble of this ordinance are incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 5. This ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED this the day of , 2011. ______________________________ MARK A. BURROUGHS, MAYOR ATTEST: JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY By:_________________________________ APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: ANITA BURGESS, CITY ATTORNEY By:_________________________________ 4-ORD-4693 EXHIBIT2 Evaluationandselectionprocessmatrix July13,2011 REQUESTFORQUALIFICATIONS(RFQ)4693 PROFESSIONALSERVICESandENGINEERINGDESIGNOFTHEPROPOSEDDENTONNATURALGASPIPELINE DMEPublic DMEEnergyUtilities CompanyName Power ServicesAdmin Total Purchasing Score 89.867 TEPSCO/TeagueNallandPerkins9288.689 88.9 EnergyManagementandServicesCo.89.29087.5 82.133 AppliedConsultants,Inc/Dunaway&Assoc.8078.887.6 65.933 MichaelBakerJr.,Inc.65.86567 57.333 WierandAssociates,Inc.585856 53.533 PPITechnologyServices55.456.249 Aboveresultsnormalizedusinga16ranking DMEPublic DMEEnergyUtilities CompanyName Power ServicesAdmin Total Purchasing Score 17 TEPSCO/TeagueNallandPerkins656 15 EnergyManagementandServicesCo.564 13 AppliedConsultants,Inc/Dunaway&Assoc.445 9 MichaelBakerJr.,Inc.333 6 WierandAssociates,Inc.222 3 PPITechnologyServices111 ThisprocurementopportunitywasconductedasdefinedwithinTexasGovernmentCode2254 (ProfessionalServicesProcurementAct).Thestaffevaluatedandrankedtheproposalsbasedon thefollowingfactors:20%IdentificationandUnderstandingoftheRequirements,30%PastPerformance andComplexity,30%ExperienceandQualifications,and20%Schedule.Scoredhightolowest,andonce completed,initiatednegotiationswithhighestqualifiedfirm.Staffreachedagreementwiththehighestrankedfirm. CommitteeEvaluationTeamDepartments: DMEEnergyServicesandBusinessDevelopmentManager DMEPurchasePowerSpecialist EnvironmentalServices&SustainabilityDirector ProcurementApproval: EltonD.Brock,MBA.CTPM,CTCM,C.P.MManager,MaterialsManagementandPurchasing #2 AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET AGENDA DATE: December 13, 2011 DEPARTMENT: Airport ACM: Jon Fortune ______________________________________________________________________________ SUBJECT Consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to approve a First Amendment to an Airport Safety Equipment Lease dated October 4, 2011 between the City of Denton, Texas and Jet Works Air Center; and providing an effective date. BACKGROUND Denton Municipal Airport is currently operating an Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting vehicle (ARFF Truck) under a short term lease which expires December 13, 2011, with Jet Works Air Center (JWAC). This is a public/private partnership to provide a service improvement to all tenants and users of the Denton Airport. On December 6, 2011, the City Council approved a resolution to acknowledge the stated intent of JWAC to donate the ARFF Truck to the City when the purchase of the currently leased vehicle is completed in April 2012. The Denton Fire Department (DFD) provides daily service inspections for the ARFF Truck and operates the vehicle if an emergency occurs at Denton Airport. This service is provided under authority of the City Council approved short term lease which expires December 13, 2011. In order for the DFD to continue operating the ARFF Truck after expiration of the short term lease, and until the vehicle is donated to the City in April 2012, it is necessary to consider an extension of the current lease through a First Amendment to the Airport Safety Equipment Lease dated October 4, 2011, between the City of Denton, Texas and Jet Works Air Center. In addition to daily inspections and emergency service provided by the DFD operating the ARFF Truck, JWAC has requested stand-by service from the DFD when Army aircraft the Company services arrive or depart at Denton Airport. The proposed First Amendment to the Airport Safety Equipment Lease dated October 4, 2011, provides a schedule of charges in Paragraph 9 for the stand-by service, and, a monthly charge by the Airport to park the vehicle in a facility constructed for that purpose. The DFD will be presenting a proposed amendment in the coming months to their Council approved schedule of charges to continue billing for the stand-by service after the ARFF Truck is donated to the City. DISCUSSION The 2010 Denton Airport Business Plan states that as the Airport continues to grow and attract business aviation, certain amenities will be expected by corporate users, including an Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting service. Although this is a key component of the requirements to Agenda Information Sheet December 13, 2011 Page 2 of 2 become a Part 139 certified service provider, and, achieving this status would allow significant additional opportunity to attract charter services and aviation industry, this amenity was not anticipated until development occurs on the west side of the Airport. The current commitment from JWAC to acquire an ARFF Truck and to donate it to the City for general use creates an economic advantage for the Airport to enhance service to current users and to attract new aviation industry prospects. The ARFF Truck was delivered to JWAC at Denton Airport on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. The First Amendment to the Airport Safety Equipment Lease dated October 4, 2011, will allow uninterrupted operation of the ARFF Truck until June 12, 2012. The lease is anticipated to be terminated in April 2012 when the ARFF Truck is donated to the City by JWAC and placed into service at the Airport. PRIOR ACTION 1.The City Council approved a short term lease of the ARFF Truck on October 4, 2011. 2.The Council Airport Committee recommended approval of a resolution to accept the donation of the ARFF Truck from JWAC on November 22, 2011. 3.The City Council acknowledged by resolution the proposed donation of the ARFF Truck on December 6, 2011. Respectfully submitted, Quentin Hix Airport Manager 9. Lessee Service Charges. Lessee is authorized by Lessor to charge for utilization of Standby Personnel requested by Lessor to operate the Vehicle for non-emergency purposes, such Standby Personnel to be qualified fire service personnel approved by the Denton Fire Chief, in an amount calculated at one and one-half (1.5) times the hourly wage rate for each individual so assigned. In addition, lessor shall pay to the Denton Airport an amount of four hundred fifty dollars ($450) on the first day of each month during the term of this Lease beginning January 1, 2012, for the storage of the Vehicle on Airport property in an enclosed structure designed for such purpose. 10. Ownership. Lessee acknowledges that at all times during the term hereof, title and ownership of the Vehicle shall remain in Jet Works and that the Lessee has not and does not by these presents acquire any proprietary rights or interests in the Vehicle. 11. Indemnification. To the extent permitted by the law, included but not limited to the limitations imposed by Article 3 Section 52 of the Texas Constitution, the City may indemnify Lessor. Lessee agrees to indemnify and hold Jet Works harmless from and against any and all claims, causes of action, damages, demands, liabilities and expenses of any kind including, without limitation, attorneys' fees, fines and penalties relating to or arising out of the possession, maintenance, use, operation, releasing, control, or storage of any Vehicle covered by this Agreement, excluding claims solely from Jet Works’ negligence. The indemnity contained in this paragraph shall apply for the period of time the lease is effective and shall not be affected by the termination of this Agreement. 12. Termination. Jet Works may terminate this Agreement at any time upon ten (10) days written notice if, in its sole discretion, it considers the Vehicle not suitable for any proposed use, or if Lessee is in breach of any provision of this Agreement. Upon termination, the Vehicle shall immediately be removed from service and delivered, at Jet Works’ expense to Jet Works business location at Denton Airport. In addition, Lessee may terminate this Agreement for any reason upon ten (10) days written notice to Jet Works, and in such case shall return the Vehicle at its expense. 13. Additions and Accessories. Any additions, accessions, equipment or accessories added to Vehicle by Lessee shall become the property of Jet Works upon termination or expiration of the Agreement. 14. Purchase Option. Prior to expiration of this lease agreement, Lessee may consider purchase of the Vehicle under terms and conditions negotiated between Lessee and Lessor. Lessee is under no obligation to purchase the Vehicle or to extend this lease agreement. Should Lessee fail to provide written notice of intent to purchase the Vehicle thirty (30) days prior to expiration of this lease agreement, then neither Lessee nor Lessor is under any obligation to continue providing this Vehicle for service at Denton Airport. 15. Assignment of Vehicle. Lessee shall not assign, transfer or sublet the Vehicle, this Agreement, or Lessee's interests hereunder without Jet Works’ prior written consent (which may be withheld at Jet Works’s sole discretion), nor shall Lessee's interest hereunder inure to the benefit of any trustee, receiver creditor, or successor of Lessee or of its property, whether or not in bankruptcy, by operation of law, or otherwise. #3 AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET AGENDA DATE:December 13, 2011 DEPARTMENT:Planning and Development ACM:Fred Greene SUBJECTS11-0002 (Lake Dallas Storage) Continue a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation on property located within a Neighborhood Residential 4 (NR-4) zoning and use district on approximately 2.066 acres. The subject property is generally located south of McKinney Street, approximately 900 feet west of Trinity Road; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof, severability and an effective date. (S11-0002) The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (3-2). PROPOSAL The Applicant, New Tech Global (on behalf of Atmos Energy Corporation), is requesting approval of an SUP to allow for the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation on the subject site. The storage formation is only used to store natural gas or other gaseous material. The storage formation is not intended to produce natural gas, nor is there any fracking done to this type of development. The proposed storage formation will not increase the natural gas storing capacity on the site and will be in addition to eight (8) existing storage wells that are located on the adjacent property to the west of the subject site. Per the Applicant, this additional storage well (when combined with those existing 8 wells)will improve efficiency of retrieving the natural gas that is stored underground. No production gas wells will be drilled on the subject site via this SUP, and any future drilling of any additional wells will require City Council approval via a SUP modification. BACKGROUND The subject property has existing subsurface development that is currently being used by Atmos Energy Corporation for the storage of natural gas. According to the Applicant, the site was previously used to extract oil and natural gas dating back to the 1950s. After production activities ceased, the subsurface development was converted to a natural gas storage reservoir. The Atmos Energy Corporation currently operates the existing 8 storage gas wells, and a gas collection and processing facility on the adjacent property to the west of the subject site. These eight (8) existing storage wells are used to inject natural gas to existing under-ground reservoirs that are located below the adjacent property and the subject property. The storing of the gas occurs in the summer months when natural gas demand is low, and is then retrieved and treated for distribution during the winter months as usage, and demand increases. Agenda Information Sheet December 13, 2011 Page 2 Seven (7) public notices were sent to property owners within 200 feet of the subject site (Exhibit 6). Eleven (11) courtesy notices were also sent to residents within 500 feet of this proposal. As of this writing, staff has received one (1) property owner response in opposition to the proposed rezoning request representing 8.14% of the area within 200 feet of the subject site. PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW November 2, 2011 Planning & Zoning Commission Public Hearing November 6, 2011 City Council Meeting OPTIONS 1.Approve as submitted. 2.Approve subject to conditions. 3.Deny. 4.Postpone consideration. 5.Table item. RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends of this request (3-2) APPROVAL The Development Review Committee recommends , subject to conditions. EXHIBITS 1.Staff Report 2.Site Location/Aerial Map 3.Zoning Map 4.Future Land Use Map 5.Letter From Applicant 6.Notification Map 7.Site Plan 8.Site Photos 9.Planning and Zoning Commission, November 2, 2011, Meeting Minutes Email Correspondence 10. Ordinance 11. Agenda Information Sheet December 13, 2011 Page 3 Prepared by: Nana Appiah, AICP Senior Planner Respectfully submitted: Mark Cunningham, AICP, CPM Director of Planning and Development EXHIBIT 1 CITY OF DENTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE STAFF REPORT P&Z Date: November 2, 2011 TYPE: Specific Use Permit CC Date: December 13, 2011 PROJECT #: S11-0002 Project Number: S11-0002 Request: A Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation. Applicant: New Tech Global Property Owner: 5420 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1700 Dallas, TX 75240 Location: The property is located south of McKinney Street, approximately 900 feet west of Trinity Road (S11-0002). Size: 2.066 acres ± Zoning Designation: Neighborhood Residential 4 (NR-4) Future Land Use: Neighborhood Centers Case Planner: Nana Appiah, AICP DRC Recommendation: The Development Review Committee (DRC) recommends Approval of S11-0002 subject to conditions. Summary of Analysis: In accordance with Sections 35.5.2.2 and 35.22.3 of the Denton Development Code (DDC), gas well drilling and production are permitted with an SUP within the NR-4 zoning district. Pursuant to Section 35.6.4 of the DDC, a SUP may be granted if the proposed use conforms (or can be made to conform through the use of conditions) to the standards established in the NR-4 zoning district. Section 35.6.4.B of the DDC also provides standards by which a SUP may be granted. Below are staff’s analyses of these standards: B. A specific permit shall be issued only if all of the following conditions have been met: 1.That the specific use will be compatible with and not injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property nor significantly diminish or impair property values within the immediate vicinity; Granting this SUP would not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property nor significantly diminish or impair property values within the immediate vicinity. This request is to allow for the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation. There are similar wells surrounding the site. Currently, there are no residential properties located within one thousand (1,000) feet to the south, east and west of the site. However, there is a metal building located to the north of the subject site, and is within 1,000’ of the site. The property owner, Mr. Khosrow Sudegian, stated at the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting that the metal structure is being used as a residential rental property. Notwithstanding repeated requests, Mr. Sadegian has not submitted any documentation to corroborate the use of the metal structure. Email communication to and from the applicant, and to Mr. Sedegian is attached as Exhibit 10. 2.That the establishment of the specific use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding vacant property; Granting the SUP would not impede the normal and orderly development of the surrounding undeveloped property. As previously stated, there is a metal structure located north of the site. However, staff has not been able to determine the use of this structure. Currently, the City of Denton does not provide any utility services to the structure. The immediate property to the south is undeveloped. The property to the west is developed as the central treatment facility for the operation of the existing surrounding storage wells. The property to the east is undeveloped, however, there is a residential structure farther east to the site. This residential property is located more than a 1,000 feet from the site. It is staff determination that approval of this SUP should not deter further development of the surrounding property. 3.That adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and other necessary supporting facilities have been or will be provided; The DRC has reviewed this proposed project and have determined that adequate utilities, access road, drainage, and other necessary supporting facilities have been or will be provided. 4.The design, location and arrangement of all driveways and parking spaces provides for the safe and convenient movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic without adversely affecting the general public or adjacent developments; The design, location and arrangements of the driveway will not adversely affect the general public or adjacent development. Currently, the site has one (1) driveway entrance onto McKinney Street. The DRC has reviewed this vehicular access and have determined that the driveway must be widened to provide safe and convenient access. This improvement shall be required prior to issuance of a gas well site plan. 5.That adequate nuisance prevention measures have been or will be taken to prevent or control offensive odor, fumes, dust, noise and vibration; Except during the initial drilling of the well, dust, noise, and vibration should not occur on this site. Per Section 35. 22.12 of the DDC, the operator of the gas wells are required to provide a written notice to the City and residences within one thousand feet of the intention to re-work the well. This notice shall be given at least 10 days before the re-work activity begins. In addition, such operations shall conform to Sections 35.22.5 and 35.12.11 of the DDC. This Sections of the Code establishes standards such as controlling noise, fumes and use of odorous materials on property. Further, Section 20 of the City’s Nuisance Code Ordinance also regulates dust, noise, and odor control during constructions. 6.That directional lighting will be provided so as not to disturb or adversely affect neighboring properties. According to the applicant, the site requires little lighting. Any proposed lighting shall comply with the standards and regulations of Section 35.13.12 of the DDC, which limits the illumination of light onto adjacent property. 7.That there is sufficient landscaping and screening to ensure harmony and compatibility with adjacent property. Adjacent properties to the south and east are vacant. There is a metal building located within 1,000’ of the site. Due to the structure’s metal façade, the compatibility requirement does not apply. However, staff is recommending an eight (8) foot screening fence along the perimeter of the drilling site. This fence will enhance compatibility of the site to adjacent future development. C.That adequate capacity of infrastructure can and will be provided to and through the subject property. The DRC has reviewed this request and determined that adequate capacity of infrastructure can and will be provided to and through the subject property. D.That the Special Use is compatible with and will not have an adverse impact on the surrounding area. When evaluating the effect of the proposed use on the surrounding area, the following factors shall be considered in relation to the target use of the zone: 1.Similarity in scale, bulk, and coverage. The existing gas wells operation is smaller in scale, bulk and coverage to the uses on the adjacent property to the west. The properties to the south, and east are vacant. The use of the property to the north is undocumented. Except occasional re-work of the wells, activities on the site are minimal and should not adversely affect the surrounding uses. 2.Generation of traffic and effects on surrounding streets. Increases in pedestrian, bicycle, and mass transit use are considered beneficial regardless of capacity of facilities. Staff does not anticipate increase in vehicular traffic via the granting of this requested SUP. There may be occasional truck traffic during re-work of the site. However, noise generating from vehicular traffic should not be different from current existing vehicular traffic on the adjacent property to the west. Both the subject site and the adjacent property are currently used as the central operating facility, and will utilize one driveway to the site. 3.Architectural compatibility with the impact area. The visible elevated structures on the site are the existing central procession operating facility located to the west of the site. This proposed SUP will not have elevated structures that required it to be compatible with existing facilities. 4.Air quality, including the generation of dust, odors, or other environmental pollutants. Except during drilling of the well; minimum noise, dust, or other pollutants will emanate from the site. Operational activities on the site are required to comply with Sections 35.22.5 and 35.12.11 of the DDC. These Sections of the Code establish standards for controlling noise, fumes and use of odorous materials on property. 5.Generation of noise, light, and glare. Development or operation of current activities on the site shall be required to comply with Sections 35.22.5 and 35.12.11 of the DDC. These Sections of the DDC regulate noise, light and glare emanating from property. 6.The development of adjacent properties as envisioned in The Denton Plan. Future land use designation of the property to the west is Industrial Center. Per the Denton Plan, “Industrial Centers” future land use areas are intended to provide locations for a variety of work processes and work places such as manufacturing, warehousing and distributing, indoor and outdoor storage, and a wide range of commercial and industrial operations. The industrial centers may also accommodate complementary and supporting uses such a convenience shopping and child-care centers. Adequate public facilities are criterion by which zoning is granted. It is staffs determination that approval of the SUP will not impede development of the adjacent site for industrial uses. The properties to the north are located in the “Existing Land Use” future land use designation. The “Existing Future Land Use” areas are typically established residential areas, which new development should respond to existing development with compatible land uses, patterns and design standards. There is a metal structure on site; however, staff has been unable to determine this structure’s use. Therefore, it is staffs determination that approval of this SUP will not change the character or pattern of a development on the adjacent property. Farther north to the site, approximately 1900 feet, is a mobile home development. However, McKinney Street and a hill separate the mobile home park from the proposed well site. The properties to the south and east are in the “Neighborhood Center” future land use designation. Per the Denton Plan, these areas are to be developed in conventional patterns or may be developed in a pattern of ‘neighborhood centers’. Neighborhood centers are oriented inwardly, focusing on the center of the neighborhood and containing facilities vital to the day-to-day activity of the neighborhood. A neighborhood center might contain a convenience store, small restaurant, personal service shop, church or synagogue, daycare, individual office space, a small park and perhaps an elementary school. It is staff determination that approval of the SUP will not impede development of the adjacent site for intended uses within the Neighborhood Center. 7.Other factors found to be relevant to satisfy the requirements of this Chapter. The DRC has considered factors necessary for approval of this site and have applied appropriate conditions of approval. Findings of Fact 1.The request is a Specific Use Permit to allow the development of gas well drilling and production on 2.066 acres. The surface site is currently undeveloped. 2.The site is within the Neighborhood Center Future Land Use District. “Neighborhood Centers” 3.Per Element 3 of the Denton Plan, future land use areas are to be developed in conventional patterns or may be developed in a pattern of ‘neighborhood centers’. Neighborhood centers are oriented inwardly, focusing on the center of the neighborhood and containing facilities vital to the day-to-day activity of the neighborhood. A neighborhood center might contain a convenience store, small restaurant, personal service shop, church or synagogue, daycare, individual office space, a small park and perhaps an elementary school. 4.The subject site is not located within a Historic or Conservation district. 5.The subject site has vehicular access to McKinney Street. McKinney Street is classified as Primary Arterial per the City of Denton Mobility Plan. 6.The anticipated transportation demand for this development is very minimal once the gas storage well is drilled and operating. 7.This site is not currently served by the City of Denton water or sewer systems. 8.According to the Applicant, the estimated water demand for the well drilling would be approximately 6,000 barrels (252,000 gallons). In addition, that applicant has stated that there is no need for sanitary services for the site. 9.According to the City of Denton Fire Department, this property is serviced by the City’s Fire Station #2, located at 2209 East McKinney Street. Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation The P&Z recommended APPROVAL of this Specific Use Permit (3-2) at its meeting on November 2, 2011 subject to the following conditions: 1.The site plan as submitted and shown in Exhibit 6 shall guide the development of the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation. 2.The applicant shall install an eight (8) foot screening fence along the perimeter of the gas well operation area. Materials for the construction of this screening fence shall be of masonry, metal, wood, vinyl, PVC, or composite and shall be maintained on state of good repair at all times. 3.The screening fence, as conditioned, shall be constructed within 30 days after drilling of the well is completed. 4.If the fence is damaged or removed during re-work operations, the operator of the gas well shall be responsible for replacing the damaged or removed portions of the fence. Development Review Committee Based on the information provided by the applicant and a recent site visit, the Development IS CONSISTENT Review Committee finds that with the recommended conditions, the request IS CONSISTENT with the surrounding land uses and general character of the area, with the IS CONSISTENT Denton Plan, and with the Denton Development Code. Based on the findings-of-fact, the Development Review Committee (DRC) recommends APPROVAL of S11-0002 with conditions as stated above. GENERAL NOTES NOTE: Approval of this request shall not constitute a waiver or variance from any applicable development requirement unless specifically noted in the conditions of approval and consistent with the Denton Development Code. NOTE: All written comments made in the application and subsequent submissions of information made during the application review process, which are on file with the City of Denton, shall be considered to be binding upon the applicant, provided such comments are not at variance with the Denton Plan, Denton Development Code or other development regulations in effect at the time of development. Surrounding Zoning Designations and Current Land Use Activity: Northwest: North: Northeast: ETJ:ETJ:ETJ: VacantVacant./Metal Structure,/ /Mobile Vacant/Agriculture Home Park West:East: Subject Property: RD-5/IC-G: NR-4/NRMU: NR-4 Vacant/Gas WellsVacant/Residential Structure Vacant Southwest: South: Southeast: IC-G/NRMU-12: ETJ/NR-2NR-2: VacantVacant property Vacant Source: City of Denton Geographical Information System and site visit by City staff Comprehensive Plan: A.Consistency with Goals, Objectives and Strategies: The subject site is located in the “Neighborhood Centers” future land use designation. Per the Neighborhood Centers Land Use Element of the Denton Plan, should develop in conventional patterns or may be developed in a pattern of ‘Neighborhood Centers’. The Plan recommends Neighborhood Centers to be oriented inwardly, focusing on the center of the neighborhood and containing facilities vital to the day-to-day activity of the neighborhood. A neighborhood center might contain a convenience store, small restaurant, personal service shops, church or synagogue, daycare, individual office space, a small park and perhaps an elementary school. Staff finds the location of this proposed well consistent with the existing development patterns of the surrounding area. No residential development exists within immediate vicinity of the site. The property to the west is developed for similar uses. It is also designated as Industrial Center Future land use. The property to the south and immediate east are currently vacant. There is a metal building located to the north. Staff has requested that the property owner provide documentation showing that it is a habitable structure. B.Land Use Analysis: Staff finds this request with recommended conditions of approval compatible with the surrounding land uses. Nearest Elementary, Middle, and High School This request is to allow for the drilling and extraction of natural gas from an underground storage formation. Therefore, the development will not produce any elementary, middle or high school students, and will not impact the associated Independent School District. Nearest Fire and EMS Station Approximate Distance From Name of Station Subject Property Fire Station #2, 2209 East ± 2.4 miles McKinney Street This proposed development has been reviewed for compliance with the 2006 International Fire Code and City Ordinance 2009-098, Section 29-2 Amendments to the Fire Code. The applicant is responsible for compliance with all applicable portions of the Fire Code and City Ordinances even in the absence of review comments. Water and Wastewater Demand and Capacity: A. Estimated Demand and Service Provider: According to the Applicant, the estimated water demand for well drilling would be approximately 6,000 barrels (252,000 gallons). This water would be transported in by the Applicant. B. Available Capacity: Applicant is providing for necessary capacity for the operation. C.CIP Planned Improvements : There are planned CIP water main and sewer main projects along McKinney Street in this area. Roadways/Transportation Network: A.Estimated Demand : Subject Property Estimated Impact Analysis Adequate to Serve (Yes or 2.066 Proposed Demand ± acres No) Minimal Average Annual Yes Subject Property Estimated Impact Analysis Adequate to Serve (Yes or 2.066 Proposed Demand ± acres No) Daily Trips (AADT) B. Available Capacity: The street serving the subject site has adequate capacity. C. Roadway Conditions: McKinney Street is an asphalt pavement street that is in fair condition. McKinney Street is also owned and maintained by TXDOT. D. CIP Planned Improvements: McKinney Street is a TXDOT right-of-way. The City of Denton has no CIP project for this road. Environmental Conditions: There are no Environmental Sensitive Areas (ESAs) on this site. Wells (Public/Private): No public or private portable water wells are proposed for the site. Airports: The subject site is not within the boundaries of the Denton Municipal Airport Overlay District. Electric: No comment Park Facilities: No comment Comments from other Departments: N/A Exhibit 2 – Site Location/Aerial Map Existing Gas Processing Facility Site Exhibit 3 – Zoning Map Existing Gas Processing Facility Site Exhibit 4 – Future Land Use Map Existing Gas Processing Facility Site Exhibit 5 – Letter from Applicant Exhibit 6 – Notification Map Public Notification Date: 10/20/11 200’ Legal Notices sent: 7 500’ Courtesy Notices sent: 11 Number of responses to 200’ Legal Notice: In Opposition: 1 In Favor: 1 Neutral: 0 Exhibit 7 – Site Plan Exhibit 8 – Site Photos Looking north from the site Look south from the site Look east from the site Look west from the site Metal Structure EXHIBIT 9 1neighborhood meetings or discussions with the neighborhood regar 2the City going to protect them. Jackson stated that this request 3that she was not aware of any neighborhood meetings. The opposi 4to Crescent Street, which is also not a part of this plat. Jack 5begun on Emery Street. 6 7The applicant’s representative was present to speak and stated t 8this time for development. Half of the middle lot has been pave 9lot, a rent house on the other lot and a potential future develo 10proposed newly platted lot. 11 12Reece motioned to approve this request with a second by Lyke. O 13Patrice Lyke "aye", Commissioner Thom Reece "aye", Commissioner 14Commissioner Jay Thomas "aye", and Commissioner Brian Bentley "a 150). 16 B.Hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to Cia Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow gas well drilling and productd within a Neighborhood Residential Mixed Use (NRMU) zoning and us approximately 2.64 acres. The subject property is generally loc east of Interstate 35 West, and west of South Bonnie Brae Streett Gas Wells, Nana Appiah) 17 18Thomas stated that a couple of cards had been received requestin 19applicant requested to postpone this hearing until a date certai 20hearing and requested to entertain a motion to allow a postponem 21certain. 22 23Reece motioned to postpone this item to a date certain of Decemb 24Bentley. On roll call vote: Commissioner Patrice Lyke "aye", Co 25Commissioner Frank Conner "aye", Commissioner Jay Thomas "aye", 26Bentley "aye". Motion approved (5-0). 27 C.Hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to th a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow gas well drilling and produd within a Neighborhood Residential 4 (NR-4) zoning and use distri acres. The subject property is generally located south of McKin 900 feet west of Trinity Road. (S11-0002, Lake Dallas Storage, N 28 29 301.Appiah stated that the purpose of this gas well is not to extract gas from the Barnett 31Shale. The intent is to inject gas from other locations into th 32Appiah provided a location map indicating that the site is west 33processing facility on that site that is owned by Atmos. Appiah 34map, future land use map, site plan and site photos. Notices we 35by certified mail within 200 feet of the subject site and courte 5 1property owners within 500 feet of the subject site. One respon 2of the request and one response was received in opposition. The 3Committee recommends approval with conditions as follows: The si 4and shown in Exhibit 6 shall guide the development of the storag 5site. The applicant shall install an eight (8) foot screening fe 6gas well operation area. Materials for the construction of this 7masonry, metal, wood, vinyl, PVC, or composite and shall be main 8repair at all times. The screening fence, as conditioned, shall 9days after drilling of the well is completed. If the fence is da 10work operations, the operator of the gas well shall be responsib 11damaged or removed portions of the fence. 12 13The applicant’s representative was present to answer any questio 14the Commission at that time. 15 16Thomas opened the public hearing. Two people were present to sp 17request. 18 19Khosrow Sadeghin, PO Box 50593, Property Owner 20Charles Heasley, 2709 Charter Oaks Drive, Plano, Texas, Property 21 22The applicant’s representative addressed the property owners com 23property owner was aware of the intention of Atmos, as discussio 24waterline easement for fire protection, a negotiation for a gas 25preliminary discussions. The applicant’s representative also st 26indicated that he has production wells on other properties that 27well will not be producing, but for storage. The house on the p 28sometime and that Atmos has been communicating with the property 29that he was aware of the gas well plat. 30 31 32Bentley stated that this is an interesting case because there is 33rights and another owner who has mineral rights. The Specific U 34requested for the mineral rights. Cunningham clarified and stat 35that the SUP is for the mineral rights. The request is not extr 36gas beneath the surface. Bentley stated he understood that part 37who has to use the easements and cross over the top surface of a 38the gas underground. Bentley noted it was an unusual case and s 39surface owner is not in agreement. Cunningham stated that from 40response that Atmos and the property owner have a contract, but 41discussion for this item. Bentley stated that the Denton Develo 42mineral interest as well as surface development. Cunningham res 43discuss a matter of right, but it does discuss mineral and surfa 44 45Bentley directed the question to the applicant’s representative 46land owner. The applicant’s representative stated that Atmos ha 6 1Atmos would have to negotiate with the landowner to put the 20 f 2site. If the owner does not want to negotiate, Atmos could cond 3the facility. The applicant’s representative stated that they d 4try to be good neighbors. 5 6Sadeghin stated that he did not have an agreement with Atmos. T 7property and Sadeghin stated that Atmos has an easement. Sadegh 8taking care of that easement and now Atmos claims that they are 9Sadeghin stated he has requested a scope of the project and that 10by Atmos to the northeast. Sadeghin stated that he has a devalu 11Atmos has not discussed anything new with him, though he has req 12Sadeghin that Atmos has completed the road and asphalt on the ea 13 14Conner questioned if Sadeghin owned the mineral rights to the pr 15owns the mineral rights below 5,000 feet. Lyke stated that the 16rights issue is something that needs to be worked out. Sadeghin 17regarding an incident about 7 years ago and surrounding properti 18 19The Commission ensued in additional discussion regarding the min 20Thomas stated the discussion was getting off topic. Cunningham 21rights is a civil matter. What is before the Commission is a re 22this storage well. Leal also stated that the dispute is a civil 23owner had the right to seek private legal counsel. 24 25Bentley questioned if the owner of the property had any current 26Sadeghin stated that development was not a consideration at this 27surrounding property owners were interested in development 3 or 28that the way his question ties in is that the SUP is not suppose 29development of adjacent property. 30 31Bentley stated that he would move to table or continue the item 32the surface and mineral owners. Cunningham again stated that th 33an SUP to construct a gas well storage site. Bentley stated he 34this meeting on this item without additional information for ass 35damaging to the adjacent properties. Thomas stated that the par 36quiet narrow and encouraged the Commission to stay at the task a 37 38Bentley made a motion to table the item with a second by Lyke. 39Patrice Lyke "aye", and Commissioner Brian Bentley "aye". Commis 40Commissioner Frank Conner "nay", and Commissioner Jay Thomas "na 41 42Bentley stated he would like more of a definition from legality 43underground site is contained to just two acres. Lyke stated th 44information from staff and questioned if the Commission should b 45and what parameters to the rights exist. Cunningham stated that 46again into a civil matter and referred to a case of right at Ray 7 1the Commission would know if this use is not going to spill out 2properties owned by different people. Cunningham responded that 3answer that, it is true of any development. No parameter can be 4 5Conner motioned approval of this request with conditions present 6Reece. On roll call vote: Commissioner Thom Reece "aye", Commis 7and Commissioner Jay Thomas "aye". Commissioner Patrice Lyke "na 8Brian Bentley "nay". Motion passed (3-2). 9 10 D.Hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to Cia proposed amendment to Subchapter 4 of the Denton Development Code regardinga governmental entity development review track. (DCA10-0011, Gove Development Review Process, Brian Lockley) 11 12Lockley stated that the governmental entity development review p 13Independent School District (DISD) in association with the City 14from issues that arose during renovation work by DISD. The curr 15process in place is more for profit entities. This proposed dev 16services for government entities. Lockley provided a list of re 17in the creation of the governmental entities development review 18process flow charts for this proposed development process that w 19completed concurrently throughout the planning and building insp 20Lockley noted the benefits of this proposed process would allow 21issuance for limited purposes such as ground work before the ver 22by the Planning Division. The language for the process would go 23process flow chart would go into the Criteria Manual. Governmen 24DISD, Denton County and internal City of Denton projects. This 25number of concerns over time. 26 27Reece moved approval of this request with a second by Lyke. On r 28Patrice Lyke "aye", Commissioner Thom Reece "aye", Commissioner 29Commissioner Jay Thomas "aye", and Commissioner Brian Bentley "a 300). 31 6.FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Under Section 551.042 of the Texas Open Me respond to inquiries from the Planning and Zoning Commission or factual information or recitation of policy, or accept a proposa agenda for an upcoming meeting. 32 33Cunningham stated that a joint City Council and Planning and Zon 34would be coming in 2012 and requested that the Commission inform 35would like to be addressed. 36 37 38Thomas adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m. 8 10 EXHIBIT Appiah, Nana K. Landmark Surveyors LLC [landmarksv@aol.com] From: Monday, November 21, 2011 10:13 AM Sent: Appiah, Nana K. To: Re: Atmos Energy Lake Dallas Gas Well Specific Use Permit Subject: Nana, The yellow metal building is the building we showed on our plat, The other building is clearly a dilapidated barn. Does the owner Thanks, Jerald D. Yensan, President Landmark Surveyors LLC. 4238 I-35 North Denton, Texas 76207 PH 940-382-4016 FAX 940-387-9784 www.landmarksurveyors.com * This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system mntended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. -----Original Message----- From: Appiah, Nana K. <Nana.Appiah@cityofdenton.com> To: 'Landmark Surveyors LLC' <landmarksv@aol.com> Cc: Boykin, Katia D <Katia.Boykin@cityofdenton.com>; John.Manganilla <John.Manganilla@atmosenergy.com> Sent: Mon, Nov 21, 2011 9:58 am Subject: Atmos Energy Lake Dallas Gas Well Specific Use Permit Jerry, During the November 2, 2011, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting for t surrounding site stated that he has a residential rental propertf comments that there were no Protected Uses within a 1,000 foot rAs attached to this email, there are two structures on the site, please verify which of these struc showing the 1,000 foot radius. In addition, please confirm that f the gas well site. Please contact me if you have any questions. Thanks. Nana Appiah, AICP Senior Planner City of Denton, Planning and Development Office: 940-349-8541 Direct:940-349-7785 Fax: 940-349-7707 email: nana.appiah@cityofdenton.com Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of highcution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities. 1 Appiah, Nana K. Appiah, Nana K.; 'khosrowsadeghian@yahoo.com' To: Boykin, Katia D Cc: RE: Atmos Energy Lake Dallas Storage (S11-0002) Subject: Nana Appiah, AICP Senior Planner City of Denton, Planning and Development Office: 940-349-8541 Direct:940-349-7785 Fax: 940-349-7707 email: nana.appiah@cityofdenton.com Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of highcution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities. Appiah, Nana K. Monday, November 21, 2011 1:53 PM 'khosrowsadeghian@yahoo.com' Boykin, Katia D; Appiah, Nana K. RE: Atmos Energy Lake Dallas Storage (S11-0002) Nana Appiah, AICP Senior Planner City of Denton, Planning and Development Office: 940-349-8541 Direct:940-349-7785 Fax: 940-349-7707 email: nana.appiah@cityofdenton.com Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of highcution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities. Appiah, Nana K. Monday, November 14, 2011 1:32 PM 'khosrowsadeghian@yahoo.com' Boykin, Katia D Atmos Energy Lake Dallas Storage (S11-0002) 1 Nana Appiah, AICP Senior Planner City of Denton, Planning and Development Office: 940-349-8541 Direct:940-349-7785 Fax: 940-349-7707 email: nana.appiah@cityofdenton.com Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of highcution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities. 2 Appiah, Nana K. Appiah, Nana K. From: Monday, November 21, 2011 4:48 PM Sent: Cox, Ethan To: Boykin, Katia D Cc: RE: Utility Information Subject: Nana Appiah, AICP Senior Planner City of Denton, Planning and Development Office: 940-349-8541 Direct:940-349-7785 Fax: 940-349-7707 email: nana.appiah@cityofdenton.com Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of highcution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities. Cox, Ethan Monday, November 21, 2011 4:24 PM Appiah, Nana K. Boykin, Katia D RE: Utility Information Appiah, Nana K. 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