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090619 Friday Staff Report
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McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201 (940) 349-8307 OUR CORE VALUES Integrity Fiscal Responsibility Transparency Outstanding Customer Service MEMORANDUM DATE: September 6, 2019 TO: The Honorable Mayor Watts and Council Members FROM: Todd Hileman, City Manager SUBJECT: Friday Staff Report I.Council Schedule A.Meetings 1.Public Utilities Board Meeting on Monday, September 9, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 2.Special Called/Joint Council Luncheon with the Economic Development Partnership Board on Monday, September 9, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 3.Committee on the Environment Meeting on Monday, September 9, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 4.Mobility Committee Meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 5.Work Session of the City Council on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room followed by a Special Called Meeting in the Council Chambers at 6:30 p.m. 6.Agenda Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 2:30 p.m. in the City Manager’s Conference Room. 7.Board of Ethics Meeting on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. 8.Committee on Citizen Engagement Meeting on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. II.General Information & Status Update A.Pending Council Requests Work Session Topics – The following items will be discussed during the September 10 City Council work session. Each week, the topics that will be presented during the next week’s agenda will be included in the Friday Report the prior week. Staff contact: Stuart Birdseye, City Manager’s Office •Develop statement on the Confederate Monument in the Courthouse Square and issue a resolution in support of a Lynching Memorial to be located on the Courthouse Square. o Requestor: Council Member Armintor o Date Requested: September 21, 2018 (Confederate Monument) and August 6, 2019 (Lynching Memorial) o Related Informal Staff Report: No. 2018-130 Denton County Courthouse Confederate Monument o Policy decision or estimated staff time to complete report: Policy decision •Develop ordinance to all horse-drawn carriage and horseback riding on City rights-of-way. o Requestor: Council Member Ryan o Date Requested: November 27, 2018 o Related Informal Staff Report: No. 2018-180 Horse Drawn Carriage and Horse Back Riding Permit Information o Policy decision or estimated staff time to complete report: Policy decision •Request for public safety use of doorbell monitoring technology work session o Requestor: Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth o Date Requested: November 13, 2018 o Related Informal Staff Report: No. 2019-025 Public Safety Use of Doorbell Monitoring Technology o Policy decision or estimated staff time to complete report: Work session request •Executive Residency Information o Requestor: Council Member Briggs o Date Requested: April 23, 2019 o Related Informal Staff Report: No. 2019-140 Executive Residency Information o Policy decision or estimated staff time to complete report: Work session request •Green Buildings and Impact Fees o Requestor: Council Member Meltzer o Date Requested: March 1, 2019 o Related Informal Staff Report: No. 2019-070 Green Buildings and Impact Fees o Policy decision or estimated staff time to complete report: Work session request 2 B. Rules of Procedure and Code of Ordinances Work Session – Staff is currently preparing for a work session presentation on Tuesday, September 17 to discuss potential Rules of Procedure and Code of Ordinances revisions that have been contemplated by Council over the past year. Potential revisions to be discussed during the September 17 work session include public participation in meetings; motions for reconsideration; nominations to citizen boards, commissions, and committees; and leaves of absence. Staff has attached the following documents for the City Council to review in preparation for the September 17 discussion: • Section 2-29 of the Denton City Code of Ordinances –Rules of Procedure • Section 2-83(c) –Absences • Section 2-63 –Removal from office • Section 2-84 –Nominating and appointing members to certain boards • ISR 2019-076 –Potential Rules of Procedure Revisions for Public Participation in Meetings • April 2 Board & Commission Appointment and Removal Process (Leave of Absence) Materials The desired outcome of the September 17 work session is to receive direction from City Council regarding how to proceed with any potential revisions to the Code of Ordinances/Rules of Procedure. Pending feedback received, associated ordinance revisions will be brought forth for Council consideration on a future agenda. Staff contact: Rachel Wood, City Manager’s Office C. Bonnie Brae Roundabout Update – Last Friday, two lanes were opened to traffic at the N. Bonnie Brae and Scripture Street intersection (see photos below). As the project progresses, the new northbound lanes are now being constructed. To allow crews to safely pave the new northbound lanes, Bonnie Brae Street will be temporarily closed Wednesday, September 11 beginning at 5:00 a.m. and reopened to traffic by 7:00 p.m. the same day. This temporary closure will allow the concrete to be delivered and poured. Message boards at each end of the project will alert motorists of the temporary closure and detour information. Staff contact: Jim Jenks, Capital Projects 3 D. Drainage Problem Near Denton High School – Last week, many elected officials received an email from a resident about potential flooding/drainage issues on Crescent St. near Denton High School. Staff reached out to the Denton ISD operations about this issue, who said that they were not aware of flooding but are aware of past issues with the parking lot at the high school flooding. Staff visited the location and observed that the grates in the parking lot were clear and no standing water was observed in the area. Staff suspects that the large amount of rain the short period of time was too much for the school’s drainage system, which caused it to rise and move toward the cafeteria. Staff also inspected the intersection at Fulton Dr. and Crescent St. and determined that the system is functioning as designed. There are two grates east of Fulton on Crescent that empty directly into the nearby channel. Water flows in the gutters on Crescent and Fulton to the grates (see photo below). The grates did have some pine needles and other debris blocking it partially during the inspection, and these grates are cleaned 7 to 10 times per year as the street sweepers make the rounds through the city. This section of Fulton is planned for street reconstruction next summer when school is out as part of the 2012 and 2014 Bond Program. During that time, staff will reassess the drainage system in the area. Staff contact: Mario Canizares, City Manager’s Office 4 E. Untested Rape Kits – On August 30, Council Member Armintor asked if there were funds budgeted to test all untested rape kits. There is funding available for testing, and Police Department staff are currently testing all untested rape kits. Staff began testing the backlog of untested kits in February 2019. To-date, 40 kits have been tested with five kits being tested per month, which is the maximum capacity of the lab. There are 53 kits remaining, and staff estimates that all testing will be complete by June 2020. Staff estimates that the total cost of backlog kit testing will be $15,000, however, the cost varies among kits. Each kit may have one or several items that require testing. Staff will update Council if this cost estimate changes significantly and is committed to clearing the backlog of untested rape kits by continuing with this process until all kits are tested. Staff contact: Frank Dixon, Police F. Pedestrian Concerns on Mayhill – On August 11, Council Member Armintor shared a citizen concern about the inability to access the bicycle and pedestrian path on Mayhill Road from 380. Staff is familiar with this issue and recognizes the need for future connections to the Mayhill side path as part of a broader comprehensive city- wide bicycle and pedestrian network. Several initiatives are planned and underway to improve those connections although the exact date of completion of a fully connected bicycle and pedestrian network is subject to availability of funding and coordination with other construction projects. Staff will share specific project updates- including funding sources and anticipated completion dates- as soon as projects are underway. The design phase has just been completed for the widening of East McKinney between the Loop/288 and Grissom. That project includes designs for a side path on the north side of McKinney, though specific funding for the path still needs to be identified. There are also plans and identified funding for a side path on the north side of 380/University between Mayhill and the Greenbelt Trail to create a future 5 connection. Full functionality of this trail, however, will require the renovation of the Greenbelt trail. Currently, the most comprehensive effort to create city-wide bike and pedestrian connections is the Mobility Plan. The Mobility Plan includes a process to identify gaps in bicycle and pedestrian connectivity, such as this one, and a commitment to develop solutions for safer connections. The Mobility Plan is currently receiving public comment here: https://www.cityofdenton.com/en-us/mobilityplan. Staff encourages all residents to submit feedback about their transportation concerns and priorities. The Mobility Plan is projected to be completed in April of 2020. Staff contact: Todd Estes, Capital Projects G. North Lakes Park Pier – North Lakes Park pier at the north pond is temporarily closed due to safety concerns. Wood panels on the pier need to be replaced, and work should be completed within the next two weeks. Staff contact: Drew Huffman, Parks and Recreation H. November 5 Bond Election Informational Resources – On August 13, the City Council adopted an ordinance calling for a bond election to take place on November 5. Since that time, City staff have been developing informational resources related to the bond election and associated propositions. On September 5, the City of Denton launched a set of webpages for bond election information. The web resources, located at www.cityofdenton.com/2019bond, include proposition language, information on intended projects, financial information, voter information, and other helpful resources. A Spanish language version of the webpages is expected to be available by mid-September. In addition to the website, bond election information will be communicated through the City’s social media and through print resources mailed directly to Denton residents. Staff contact: Ryan Adams, Public Affairs I. Mobility Plan Presentation to Committee on Persons with Disabilities – Council Member Meltzer requested information as to when the Committee on Persons with Disabilities would have the opportunity discuss and provide input toward the Mobility Plan that is currently being updated. This discussion is tentatively scheduled for the Sept. 19 meeting. Staff contact: Ryan Adams, Public Affairs J. Library Celebrates Reading with Truck Time Literacy Night Event – The Denton Public Library is hosting a Truck Time Literacy Night event for children and their families on Friday, September 13, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Emily Fowler Central Library. Children’s book author Katy Bebee will be present to launch her new book from Disney-Hyperion called Thunder Trucks (due out September 10). Children can meet the author, attend a truck-themed story time, and participate in creating truck crafts. A portion of the parking will be blocked off for attendees to touch and explore all types of trucks. From FEMA’s mobile command unit to construction trucks and emergency vehicles, kids can learn and explore with this hands-on literacy experience. Staff contact: Jennifer Bekker, Library K. Historic Preservation Plan – Staff and The Lakota Group have prepared the Draft Denton Historic Preservation Plan (attached). This plan represents work since 6 September of 2018 in consultation with the public, the Historic Landmark Commission, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. A resolution calling for the adoption of the Plan will be on the City Council agenda on September 24. Please submit any recommendations or edits to Roman McAllen at roman.mcallen@cityofdenton.com or by phone at (940) 349-8382. Staff contact: Roman McAllen, Development Services III. Upcoming Community Events and Meetings A. Events 1. Splish Splash Doggie Bash – Saturday, September 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Civic Center Pool (515 N. Bell). Hosted by Denton Parks Foundation. More information can be found on their Facebook Page. Staff Contact: Gary Packan, Parks and Recreation 2. National Night Out Kickoff – Monday, September 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Denton Civic Center (321 E. McKinney St.). Staff contact: Frank Dixon, Police and Sarah Kuechler, Public Affairs 3. National Night Out – Tuesday, October 1 with neighborhood block party times and locations varying. Staff contact: Frank Dixon, Police and Sarah Kuechler, Public Affairs B. Community Meetings 1. Mockingbird Lane Townhomes Neighborhood Meeting – Thursday, September 12 at 7:00 p.m. at Allison Engineering Group Conference Room (2415 N. Elm St.). Staff contact: Hayley Zagurski, Development Services 2. Developer Town Hall Meeting – Monday, September 16 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers (215 E. McKinney St.). Staff contact: Scott McDonald, Development Services IV. Attachments A. Rules of Procedure Attachments ............................................................................9 B. Draft Denton Historic Plan ...................................................................................37 V. Informal Staff Reports A. 2019-171 Third Quarter Financial Report ..........................................................205 B. 2019-172 Mowing ..............................................................................................253 C. 2019-173 Recycling Contamination Update ......................................................256 D. 2019-174 S&P Global Ratings Commentary .....................................................260 7 VI. Council Information A. Council Meeting Requests for Information .......................................................270 B. Other Council Requests for Information ...........................................................271 C. Draft Agenda for September 17 .........................................................................272 D. Council Calendar ...............................................................................................281 E. Future Work Session Items ...............................................................................284 F. Street Construction Report ................................................................................285 8 Sec. 2-29. - City council rules of procedure. (a) Authority. (1) Charter: Pursuant to the provisions of Section 2.07 of the Charter of the City of Denton, Texas, the City Council hereby enacts these rules of procedure for all meetings of the City Counc il of the City of Denton, Texas. During any meeting, a reasonable opportunity shall be given for citizens to be heard under these rules. These Rules of Procedure are enacted as guidelines to be followed by all persons in the Council Chamber including the city administrative staff, news media, and visitors. (b) General rules. (1) Meetings to be public: All official meetings of the Council and Council committees and subcommittees, except closed meetings permitted by the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, V.T.C.A. Government Code Ch. 551, (Vernon 2014), as amended, shall be open to the public. (2) Quorum: Four (4) members of the council shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. (Charter, Section 2.06) (3) Compelling attendance: No member shall be excused from attendance at a counc il meeting except for good and valid reasons. It will be the duty of the council member to notify the city secretary prior to the meeting at which he or she is going to be absent. The city secretary will record each council member as being present or absent as a part of the minutes prepared for each council meeting. (4) Misconduct: The council may punish its own members for misconduct consistent with any ethics policy adopted by the council. (5) Minutes of meetings: An account of all proceedings of the council shall be kept by the city secretary and shall be entered in a book constituting the official record of the council. A certified agenda shall be prepared and shall be approved by the mayor for all closed meetings for which a certified agenda is required to be kept in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. (6) Questions to contain one subject: All questions submitted for a vote shall contain one subject, except the city council may approve all items which are on the consent agenda in one motion, regardless of how many subjects are contained in the consent a genda, so long as all items have been properly posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and have not been removed from the consent agenda by a council member. If two or more points are involved, any member may require a division, if the question reasonably admits of a division. (7) Right to floor: Any member desiring to speak shall be recognized by the chairperson, and shall confine his or her remarks to the subject under consideration or to be considered. No member shall be allowed to speak more than once on any one subject unt il every member wishing to speak shall have spoken. (8) City manager: The city manager, or acting city manager, shall attend all meetings of the council unless excused. He or she may make recommendations to the council and shall have the right to take part in all discussions of the council, but shall have no vote. (Charter, Section 5.03 (d)) (9) City attorney: The city attorney, or acting city attorney, shall be available upon request for all meetings of the council unless excused and shall, upon reques t, give an opinion, either written or oral, on questions of law. The city attorney shall act as the council's parliamentarian. (10) City secretary: The city secretary, or acting city secretary, shall attend all meetings of the council unless excused, and shall keep the official minutes and perform such other duties as may be requested by the council. 9 (11) Officers and employees: Any officer or employee of the city, when requested by the city manager, shall attend any meeting of the council. If requested to do so by the city manager, such employee may present information relating to matters before the council. (12) Rules of order: These rules govern the proceedings of the council in all cases, except that where these rules are silent, the most recent Edition of Robert's Rules of Order shall govern. (13) Suspension of rules: Any provision of these rules not governed by the City Charter or other City Code provisions may be temporarily suspended by the affirmative vote of four (4) members of the council. The vote on any such suspension shall be taken by yeas or nays and entered into the minutes of the council. (14) Amendment of rules: These rules may be amended, or new rules adopted by the affirmative vote of four members of the council, provided that the proposed amendments or new rules shall have been introduced before the city council at a prior council meeting. (c) Code of conduct. (1) Council members: a. During council meetings, council members shall preserve order and decorum and shall neither by conversation or otherwise delay or interrupt the proceedings nor refuse to observe the rules of the council. b. A council member, once recognized, shall not be interrupted while speaking unless called to order by the mayor or presiding officer, unless a point of order is raised by another member or the parliamentarian, or unless the speaker chooses to yield to questions from another member. If a council member is called to order while he or she is speaking, he or she shall cease speaking immediately until the question of order is determined. If ruled to be in order, he or she shall be permitted to proceed. If ruled not to be in order, he or she shall remain silent or shall alter his or her remarks so as to comply with rules of the council. (2) Administrative staff: a. Members of the administrative staff and employees of the city shall observe the same rules of procedure and decorum applicable to members of the council, and shall have no voice unless and until recognized by the chair. b. While the presiding officer shall have the authority to preserve decorum in meetings as far as staff members and city employees are concerned, the city manager also shall be responsible for the orderly conduct and decorum of all city employees under his or her direction and control. c. The city manager shall take such disciplinary action as may be necessary to insure that such decorum is preserved at all times by city employees in council meetings. d. All remarks and questions addressed to the council shall be addressed to the council as a whole and not to any individual member thereof. e. No staff member, other than a staff member having the floor, shall enter into any discussion either directly or indirectly without permission of the presiding offic er. (3) Citizens: a. Citizens and other visitors are welcome to attend all public meetings of the city council, and will be admitted to the city council chamber or other room in which the city council is meeting, up to the fire safety capacity of the room. b. All meeting attendees shall conduct themselves with propriety and decorum. Conversations between or among audience members should be conducted outside the meeting room. Attendees will refrain from excessively loud private conversations while the council is in session. 10 c. Unauthorized remarks from the audience, stamping of the feet, applauding, whistles, yells, and similar demonstrations shall not be permitted. d. Placards, banners, signs, pamphlets, flyers, or political materials of any type will not be permitted in the city council chamber or in any other room in which the city council is meeting. Exhibits, displays, and visual aids used in connection with presentations to the city council, however, are permitted. e. Audience members may not place their feet on any chairs in the city council chamber or other room in which the city council is meeting. f. Only city council members and city staff may step onto the dais. g. All people wishing to address the city council shall first be recognized by the presiding officer and shall limit their remarks to the matter under discussion. h. All remarks and questions addressed to the city council shall be addressed to the city council as a whole and not to any individual members. i. Any person addressing the city council in the city council chamber shall do so from the lectern unless physically unable to do so. People addressing the city council shall not be permitted to approach the dais. If they wish to hand out papers or other materials to the c ity council, they should express that desire to the presiding officer, and the city manager shall direct a staff member to hand out the materials. j. When the time has expired for a presentation to the city council, the presiding officer shall direct the person speaking to cease. A second request from the presiding officer to cease speaking shall be cause of the removal of the speaker if that person continues to speak. k. Equipment, apparatus, or paraphernalia such as camera tripods, easels, or wheelchairs shall not obstruct, block, or otherwise be located in the doorway, entranceway, or walkways of the city council chambers or of any other room in which the city council may choose to meet. Representatives of the electronic media may set up cameras and other equipment only in the back of the room. It is permissible for television camera operators to film for short periods of time (several minutes) f rom the entranceway to the city council chambers. Any radio station, which broadcasts the regular city council meetings live, may hook their equipment up at the front of the room as long as it remains out of sight and out of the way. l. There will be a uniformed City of Denton police officer present at all regular meetings of the city council. This police officer shall act in the capacity of a security officer/sergeant -at- arms, and shall enforce the meeting rules and act upon the dire ction of the presiding officer. m. Any person making personal, impertinent, profane, or slanderous remarks, or who becomes boisterous while addressing the city council or who otherwise violates any of the above-mentioned rules while attending a city council meeting shall be removed from the room at the direction of the presiding officer, and the person shall be barred from further audience before the city council during that session of the city council. If the presiding officer fails to act, any member of the city council may move to require the offending person's removal, and the affirmative vote of a majority of the city council shall require the presiding officer to act. The sergeant-at-arms, if so directed by the presiding officer or an affirmative vote of the majority of the city council, shall remove the offending person from the meeting. (4) Enforcement: The city manager, in the absence of a designated law enforcement officer, shall act as sergeant at arms for the council, and shall furnish whatever assistance is needed to enforce the rules of decorum herein established. (5) Seating arrangement: The city secretary, city manager and city attorney shall occupy the respective seats in the council chamber assigned to them by the mayor, but any two (2) or more members of the council may exchange seats. 11 (6) Videoconferencing: City council members may elect to participate in a city council meeting by videoconference in the event the member is traveling or unable to attend a meeting due to illness. a. Procedures for meeting by videoconference if a quorum will be in one physical location: The council meeting notice shall specify where the quorum of the governmental body will be physically present, and the intent to have a quorum present at that location. The video and audio feed of a remote councilmember or employee shall be broadcast live at the meeting. Each portion of the meeting held by videoconference call that is required to be open to the public shall be visible and audible to the public at the location where the quorum is present. The location at which the quorum is present, and each remote location from which a member of the governmental body participates, shall have two -way audio and video communication with each other location during the entire meeting. Each participant's face in the videoconference call, while speaking, shall be clearly visible and audible to each other participant and, during the open portion of the meeting, to the members of the public in attendance at the location where a quorum is present, and at any other location of the meeting that is open to the public. The audio and video signals perceptible by members of the public at each location of the meeting shall meet or exceed minimum standards established by Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) rules. The audio and video signals perceptible by members of the public at the location where the quorum is present and, any other location open to the public, shall be of sufficient quality so that members of the public at each location can observe the demeanor and hear the voice of each participant in the open portion of the meeting. If a problem occurs that causes a meeting to no longer be visible and audible to the public at the location where a quorum is present, the meeting shall be recessed until the problem is resolved, and if the problem is not resolved in six hours or less, the meeting shall be adjourned. The city shall make at least an audio recording of the meeting, and the recording shall be made available to the public. b. Procedures for meeting by videoconference if a quorum will not be in one physical location: The city shall make available to the public at least one suitable physical space in the city that is equipped with videoconference equipment that provides an audio and video display, as well as a camera and microphone, by which a member of the public can provide testimony or otherwise participate in the meeting. The member of the governmental body presiding over the meeting shall be present at this site, and the location must be open to the public. The meeting notice shall specify the physical space provided, and shall also specify the intent to have the presiding officer present at the location. Any member of the public present at this location shall be provided the opportunity to participate in the meeting by means of a videoconference call in the same manner as a person who is physically present at a meeting of the governmental body that is not conducted by videoconference. Each portion of the meeting held by videoconference call that is required to be open to the public shall be visible and audible to the public. The video and audio feed of a remote councilmember or employee shall be broadcast live at the meeting. The site provided in the city and each remote location from which a member participates, shall have two-way audio and video communication with each member who is participating by videoconference during the entire meeting. Each participant's face in the videoconference, while speaking, must be clearly visible and audible to each other participant and, during the open portion of the meeting, to the members of the public in attendance at the meeting location in the city, and at any other location of the meeting that may be open to the public. The audio and video signals perceptible by members of the public at each location of the meeting shall meet or exceed minimum standards established by DIR rules. The audio and video signals perceptible by members of the public at each location of the meeting that is open to the public, and each remote location, must be of sufficient quality so that members of the public at each location can observe the demeanor and hear the voice of each participant in the open portion of the meeting. If a problem occurs that causes the meeting to no longer 12 be visible and audible to the public at the meeting site in the city, the meeting must be recessed until the problem is resolved, and if the problem is not resolved in six hours or less, the meeting shall be adjourned. The city shall make at least an audio recording of the meeting, and the recording shall be made available to the public. c. Council members wishing to participate in a meeting by videoconference shall provide notice to the city manager and the agenda committee not less than seven (7) days prior to the meeting. (d) Types of meetings. (1) Regular meetings: The council shall meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month, at such time as may be set by the city council, unless the meeting is postponed or cancelled for valid reasons. All regular meetings of the council will be held in City Hall at 215 East McKinney Street, Denton, Texas or at such other location as the city council may, from time to time by proper posting under the Open Meetings Act and so long as the location is open to the public, designate. (2) Special meetings: Special meetings may be called by the mayor, the city manager, or by any three (3) members of the council. The city secretary shall post notice thereof as provided by the Texas Open Meetings Act. The mayor, city manager, or three (3) of the council members may designate a location for the special meeting other than City Hall, as long as the location is open to the public. (3) Workshop meetings: Workshop meetings (also referred to as "work sessions") may be held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at such time as may be set by the city council, or on such other day as the city council may designate and at such time as may be set by the city council, to discuss near to mid or long range issues and to answer city council questi ons concerning all agenda items. Workshops or work sessions may be called using the same procedure required for special meetings as provided for in subsection (2) above. The purpose of the workshop meeting is to discuss or explore matters of interest to th e city, to meet with city boards, commissions, or committee members, city staff or officers of civic organizations, governing bodies or individuals specifically invited to the session by the mayor, council or city manager. These meetings are informational and normally no final action shall be taken unless the posted agenda indicates otherwise. However, the city council may, by consensus, provide general direction to staff with regard to matters of interest or concern, understanding such matters ultimately may require a formal vote of the council for implementation. (4) Luncheon meetings: Luncheon workshop or work session meetings may be held on the first Monday of each month at such time as may be set by the city council, or on such other day as the city council may designate. Such meetings may be called using the same procedure required for special meetings as provided for in subsection (2) above. The purpose of the luncheon meeting is to discuss or explore matters of interest to the city, to meet with cit y boards, commissions, or committee members, city staff or officers of civic organizations, governing bodies or individuals specifically invited to the session by the mayor, council or city manager. These meetings are informational and normally no final action shall be taken unless the posted agenda indicates otherwise. However, the city council may, by consensus, provide general direction to staff with regard to matters of interest or concern, understanding such matters ultimately may require a formal vote of the council for implementation. (5) Emergency meetings: In case of emergency or urgent public necessity, which shall be expressed in the notice of the meeting, an emergency meeting may be called by the mayor, the city manager or by three members of the council, and it shall be sufficien t if the notice is posted two hours before the meeting is convened. (6) Closed meetings: The council may meet in a closed meeting pursuant to the requirements of the Texas Open Meetings Act. (7) Recessed meetings: Any meeting of the council may be recessed to a later time, provided that no recess shall be for a longer period than until the next business day. 13 (8) Notice of meetings: The agenda for all meetings, including council committee or subcommittee meetings, shall be posted by the city secretary on the city's official bulletin board and notice of all meetings shall be given by the city secretary pursuant to the requirements of the Texas Open Meetings Act. (e) Presiding officer and duties. (1) Presiding officer: The mayor, or in the absence of the mayor, the mayor pro-tem, shall preside as chairman, or presiding officer at all meetings of the council. In the absence of the mayor and the mayor pro-tem, the council shall elect a temporary presiding officer. (Charter, Section 2.03) (2) Call to order: The meetings of the council shall be called to order by the mayor, or in his or her absence, by the mayor pro-tem. In the absence of both the mayor and the mayor pro-tem, the meeting shall be called to order by the city secretary, and a temporary pres iding officer shall be elected as provided above. (3) Preservation of order: The presiding officer shall preserve order and decorum, and confine members in debate to the question under discussion. The presiding officer shall call upon the sergeant-at-arms as necessary to enforce compliance with the rules contained herein. (4) Points of order: The presiding officer shall determine all points of order, subject to the right of any member to appeal to the council. If any appeal is taken, the question shall be, "Shall the decision of the presiding officer be sustained?" If a majority of the members present vote "No," the ruling of the chair is overruled; otherwise, it is sustained. (5) Questions to be stated: The presiding officer shall state all questions submitted for a vote and announce the result. A roll call vote shall be taken upon the request of any member, and upon the passage of all ordinances and resolutions. (6) Substitution for presiding officer: The presiding officer may call any other member to take his or her place in the chair, such substitution not to continue beyond adjournment. (7) Call for recess: The presiding officer may call for a recess of up to fifteen (15) minutes at regular intervals of approximately one hour at appropriate points in the meeting agenda, or if requested by any two (2) members. (f) Order of business. (1) Agenda: The order of business of each meeting shall be as contained in the agenda prepared by the city manager, which shall be reviewed and approved by an agenda committee composed of the mayor, the mayor pro-tem, and the city manager. When items are removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda by members of the council, the removed items shall be taken up in the order of removal right after the consent agenda. Placement of items on the agenda shall be governed by this ordinance; provided that if a council member has an "emergency" item that the council member believes should be placed on the next regular or special meeting agenda, the placement must be approved by two members of the agenda committee or at the direction of a majority of the council. Conduct of business at special meetings will likewise be governed by an agenda and these rules of procedure. (2) Pledge of Allegiance: Each agenda shall provide an item for the recital of the "Ple dge of Allegiance" at the regularly scheduled city council meetings. This item shall begin with the recital of the pledge of allegiance for the United States flag and shall follow with a recital of the pledge of allegiance for the Texas state flag in accor dance with V.T.C.A. Government Code § 3100.101. (3) Presentations by members of council or city manager: The agenda shall provide a time when the mayor or any council member may bring before the council any business that he or she feels should be deliberated upon by the council at a future council meet ing. These matters need not be specifically listed on the agenda, but discussion and formal action on such matters shall be deferred until a subsequent council meeting. Any member may suggest an item for discussion at a future work session. The city manager or city staff shall only respond preliminarily on this item at the work session. If the city council believes the item requires a 14 more detailed review, the council will give the city manager or city staff direction to place the item on a future regular meeting agenda and advise staff as to the background materials to be desired at such meeting. The city council may receive from the city manager or city staff or a member of the city council reports about items of community interest including expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official, public employee, or other citizen, except that a discussion regarding a change in the status of a person's public of fice or public employment is not an honorary or salutary recognition for purposes of this subdivision; a reminder about an upcoming event organized or sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the municipality; and announcements involving an imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that has arisen after the posting of the agenda so long as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act. (4) Presentations from members of the public: a. Reports from members of the public: Reports from members of the public shall be received through either of two (2) methods: 1) prior registration or 2) open microphone. 1) Prior registration. Any person who wishes to place a subject on the council agenda at regular council meetings shall advise the city manager's office of that fact and the specified subject matter which he or she desires to place on the agenda no later than 12:00 p.m. Thursday prior to the council meeting at which he or she wishes the designated subject to be considered. Such reports shall be heard at the beginning of the regular meeting of the city council pursuant to an agenda posting allowing a period of public comment. Up to four (4) speakers per meeting will be assigned to speak at this forum. Each speaker providing a report shall speak for no longer than four (4) minutes. At the conclusion of each report, council may pose questions to the speaker concerning his or her report. Council may also engage in discussion concerning each report. If the city council believes that a speaker's report requires a more detailed review, the council will give the city manager or city staff direction to place the item on a future work session or regular meeting agenda and advise staff as to the background materials to be desired at such meeting. 2) Open microphone. At the beginning of the regular meeting of the city council, up to two (2) persons who have not registered to speak as above described may make comments through the open microphone procedure. Such person(s) shall have filed a "Blue Card" requesting to speak during this period prior to the calling of this agenda item. At the time the city council calls the Open Microphone comment period, a person may present himself or herself and make public comments regarding public business; provided however, such persons shall not be allowed to speak to items on the current agenda in light of other established procedures for taking such comments as specified in these rules. No person may fill out a "request to speak" form in order to speak or comment on another person's report, which is given at the same council meeting. An announcement may be made, prior to the time for reports from members of the public on the agenda, summarizing the main portions of the rules and the "code of conduct" as they may apply to members of the public speaking to the council. Any speaker providing a report shall speak for no longer than four (4) minutes on all items that he or she may bring before the council at each meeting. b. Work session or workshop items: As it concerns the workshop agenda, citizens or other interested persons may not participate in the session unless invited to do so by the mayor. If the mayor invites citizens to participate in a work session, their participation will cease at the point the mayor closes the session to public input to allow the council to give city staff 15 direction as to needed information for the possible future meeting on the item. Citizens should be advised of the nature of the work sess ion, but that their input on these items is premature until such item is placed upon a city council agenda for final action. The purpose of this procedure is to allow the citizens attending the regular meeting the opportunity of hearing the views of their fellow citizens in a more formal setting. Any citizen may supply the city council a written statement or report regarding the citizen's opinion on a matter being discussed in a work session. c. Speaking on consent and regular agenda items: Any person who wishes to address the council regarding a non-public hearing regular or consent agenda item that is on the council's agenda, shall complete a "request to speak" form asking to speak regarding the item and shall return it to the city secretary. On consent items, the request to speak card shall be submitted prior to the citizen comment on consent agenda items at the beginning of the city council meeting. On regular agenda items, the request to speak card shall be submitted prior to the time the city council considers the item. The mayor will call upon the person who desires to speak. 1) Consent agenda items: When consent agenda items are posted on an agenda, citizens or other interested persons will be allowed to make citizen comment immediately after the opening of the city council meeting and prior to workshop or work session items on the agenda by filling out a "request to speak" card (aka a "blue card") asking to speak on any or all consent agenda items and returning the form to the city secretary. In the event a person is unable to attend the city council workshop or work session, he or she may contact the city secretary prior to the opening of the meeting and request that a consent agenda item be pulled from the consent agenda in order to allow comment as an individual item at the regular meeting of the city council. The city secretary shall make any such request known to the city council. Consent agenda items are generally routine nature, so comment at this time facilitates the regular council meeting where no citizen comment on consent agenda items will be permitted, unless the item is removed from the consent agenda by a member of the council to be considered as an individual item during the regular meeting. Speakers will be allowed three (3) minutes per speaker and may comment on any or all consent agenda items so long as any speaker's time does not exceed a total of three (3) minutes. 2) Regular agenda items: During the regular session of the city council meeting, any citizen or interested person may comment on an item posted on the agenda for final action. Any person who wishes to address the council regarding a non -public hearing item that is on the council's agenda, shall complete a "request to speak" form asking to speak regarding the item and shall return it to the city secretary before the council considers the item. This procedure applies to speakers desiring to speak to items for individual consideration on the agenda during the regular meeting of the city council. The mayor will call upon the person to speak. Speakers will be allowed three (3) minutes per speaker as to any particular agenda item being considered by the city council. d. Public hearings: 1) Any person who wishes to address the council at a public hearing is encouraged to complete a "request to speak" form and return it to the city secretary before the applicable hearing. The mayor will call upon the person to speak. Speakers will be allowed four (4) minutes per speaker as to any public hearing item. However, if numerous speakers desire to comment on an item, council may limit speakers to three (3) minutes per speaker. Applicants and their agents on public hearing items shall be allowed to speak for no longer than ten (10) minutes per speaker with a total of twenty (20) minutes for all speakers representing the applicant. 2) To facilitate the public hearing process in zoning cases the following procedure will be used: 16 a) The mayor reads the zoning case caption, and then opens the public hearing. b) The city manager introduces the city staff for presentation. c) City staff presents facts relevant to the matter. d) The applicant presents his or her case, with potential questions of the applicant from the city council. e) The council receives input from the public, with potential questions of speakers from the city council. f) The applicant will be given an opportunity to make rebuttal comments. g) The city staff and/or the applicant will answer any questions of the city council. h) Upon conclusion of these questions and answers, the mayor will continue or close the public hearing. e. Groups or organizations: Any group or organization comprised of four (4) or more members present in the city council chambers who wishes to address the council at a public hearing or on a non-public hearing agenda item shall designate a representative to address the city council and shall limit their remarks to ten (10) minutes or less. The group or organization shall turn in a written designation to the city secretary, on cards prepar ed by the city secretary of a different color from cards submitted by individual speakers, prior to the commencement of the meeting identifying the representative who will address the city council on behalf of the group or organization. At the time the representative is recognized by the mayor to speak, the group or organization will be asked to stand to be recognized prior to the receipt of comments by the representative. f. Discretionary time: At the discretion of the presiding officer or a majority of the city council, any speaker may be granted an extension of time to speak. g. Audio/Visual aids: Any citizen desiring to use audio/visual aids during presentations to council shall submit such presentation to the city secretary twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting where the presentation will occur. (5) Presentation of proclamations: The agenda may provide a time for the presentation of proclamations. The mayor or presiding officer may deliver and present proclamations upon the request of citizens. Proclamations may encompass any activity or theme except that proclamations with a theme religious or partisan in nature shall not be presented. Moreover, proclamations shall not be used for any commercial or advertising purpose. (g) Consideration of ordinances, resolutions, and motions. (1) Printed or typewritten form: All ordinances and resolutions shall be presented to the council in printed, typewritten or electronic form. The council may, by proper motion, amend any ordinance or resolution presented to it at the meeting at which it is presented or direct that the amended ordinance be placed on the next or any future council agenda for adoption. (2) City attorney to approve: All ordinances, resolutions, and contracts and amendments thereto, shall be approved as to form and legality by the city attorney, or he or she shall file a written opinion on the legality of such ordinance, resolution or contract prior to submission to the council. (Charter, Section 6.02) (3) Distribution of ordinances and resolutions: The city manager shall prepare copies of all proposed ordinances and resolutions for distribution to all members of the council at the meeting at which the ordinance or resolution is introduced, or at such earlier time as is expedient. (4) Recording of votes: The yeas and nays shall be taken upon the passage of all ordinances and resolutions and the vote of each member shall be recorded in the minutes and within each respective ordinance and resolution. (Charter, Section 2.06 (b)) 17 (5) Majority vote required: An affirmative vote of four (4) members is necessary to repeal any ordinance or take any official action in the name of the city except as otherwise provided in the Charter, by the laws of the State of Texas, or these rules. (Charter, Section 2.06) a. Tie-Vote: Matters voted on by the city council which end in a tie -vote shall automatically be placed on each subsequent council meeting agenda until a full council is present. (6) Demand for roll call: Upon demand of any member, the roll shall be called for yeas and nays upon any question before the council, with the exception of those circumstances set forth in subsection (12), the previous question. It shall not be in order for members to explain their vote during the roll call. (7) Personal privilege: The right of a member to address the Council on a question of personal privilege shall be limited to cases in which his or her integrity, character, or motives are assailed, questioned, or impugned. (8) Dissents and protests: Any member shall have the right to express dissent from or protest against any ordinance or resolution of the council and have the reason therefor entered upon the minutes. Such dissent or protest may be filed in writing, and presented to the council not later than the next regular meeting following the date of passage of the ordinance or resolution objected to. (9) Voting required: No member shall be excused from voting except for lack of information and except on matters involving the consideration of his or her own official conduct, or where his or her personal interests are involved in accordance with V.T.C.A. Local Government Code Ch. 171 (Vernon 2014), and in these instances he or she shall abstain. Any member prohibited from voting by personal interest shall announce this at the commencement of consideration of the matter and shall not enter into discussion or debate on any such matter, shall leave the meeting room, and shall file an affidavit of recusal. The member having briefly stated the reason for his or her request, the excuse from voting shall be made without debate. (10) Order of precedence of motions: a. The following motions shall have priority in the order indicated: 1. Adjourn (when unqualified) and is not debatable and may not be amended; 2. Take a recess (when privileged); 3. Raise a question of privilege; 4. Lay on the table; 5. Previous question (⅔ vote required); 6. Limit or extend limits of debate (⅔ vote required); 7. Postpone to a certain time; 8. Commit or refer; 9. Amend; 10. Postpone indefinitely; 11. Main motion. b. The first two motions are not always privileged. To adjourn shall lose its privilege character and be a main motion if in any way qualified. To take a recess shall be privileged only when other business is pending. c. A motion to adjourn is not in order: 1. When repeated without intervening business or discussion; 2. When made as an interruption of a member while speaking; 18 3. While a vote is being taken. d. Only certain motions may be amended as provided in the most current edition of Robert's Rules of Order, revised. A motion to amend shall be undebatable when the question to be amended is undebatable. (11) Reconsideration: A motion to reconsider any action of the council can be made not later than the next succeeding official meeting of the council. Such a motion can only be made by a member who voted with the prevailing side. It can be seconded by any member. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act, any council member who wishes to make such a motion at a meeting succeeding the meeting where the action was taken shall notify the city manager to place the item for reconsideration on the council agenda. No question shall be twice reconsidered, except by unanimous consent of the council, except that action related to any contract may be reconsidered at any time before the final execution thereof. A matter which was not timely reconsidered in the manner provided by this section or was reconsidered but the action originally taken was not changed by the council cannot be reintroduced to the council or placed on a council meeting agenda for a period of six (6) months unless this rule is suspended as provided for in these rules of procedure. (12) The previous question: When the previous question is moved and seconded, it shall be put as follows: "Shall the main question be now put?". There shall then be no further amendment or debate; except that nothing herein shall allow the previous question to be called prior to a least one opportunity for each member of the council to speak on the question before the council. Any pending amendments shall be put in their order before the main question. If the motion for the previous question is lost, the main question remains before the council. An affirmative vote of ⅔ of the council shall be required to move the previous question. To demand the previous question is equivalent in effect to moving "That debate now cease, and the council shall immediately proceed to vote on the pending motion". In practice, this is done with the phrase "Call for the question", or simply saying "Question". (13) Withdrawal of motions: A motion may be withdrawn, or modified, by its movant without asking permission until the motion has been stated by the presiding offic er. If the movant modifies his or her motion, the seconding council member may withdraw his or her second. After the question has been stated, the movant shall neither withdraw it nor modify it without the consent of the council. The subject different from that under consideration shall be admitted under color of amendment. A motion to amend an amendment shall be in order, but one to amend an amendment to an amendment shall not be in order. (14) Appropriations of money: Before formal approval by the council of motions providing for appropriation of money, information must be presented to the council showing purpose of the appropriation. In addition, before finally acting on such an appropriation, the council shall obtain a report from the city manager as to the availability of funds and his or her recommendations as to the desirability of the appropriation. (15) Transfer of appropriations: At the request of the city manager, at any time during the fiscal year, the council may by resolution transfer an une ncumbered balance of an appropriation made for the use of one department, division, or purpose; but no transfer shall be made of revenues or earnings of any non-tax supported public utility to any other purpose. (h) Creation of committees, boards and commissions. (1) Council committees: The council may, by resolution and as the need arises, authorize the appointment of council committees. Any committee so created shall cease to exist when abolished by resolution of the council. Council committees shall comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act. (2) Citizen boards, commissions, and committees: The council may create other citizen boards, commissions, and committees to assist in the conduct of the operation of the city government with such duties as the council may specify not inconsistent with the City Charter or Code. Creation of such boards, commissions, and committees and memberships and selection of 19 members shall be by council resolution if not otherwise specified by the City Charter or Code. Any board, commission, or committee so created shall cease to exist when abolished by a resolution approved by the council. No committee so appointed shall have powers other than advisory to the council or to the city manager, except as otherwise specified by the C harter or Code. All citizen boards, commissions, and committees shall comply with the procedural requirements of the Texas Open Meetings Act. Any reference in this article to "citizen boards, commissions, and committees" includes citizen task forces and ci tizen ad hoc boards, commissions, and committees unless otherwise indicated herein. (3) Appointments: a. Individual city council members making nominations for members to citizen boards, commissions, and committees will consider interested persons on a citywide basis. b. The city council will make an effort to be inclusive of all segments of the community in the board, commission, and committee appointment process. City council members will consider ethnicity, gender, socio-economic levels, and other factors to ensure a diverse representation of Denton citizens. c. The city council will take into consideration an individual's qualifications, willingness to serve, and application information in selecting nominations for membership to each board, commission, and committee. d. In an effort to ensure maximum citizen participation, city council members will continue the general practice of nominating new citizens to replace board members who have served three (3) consecutive terms on the same board per the provisions of Denton Code of Ordinances, section 2-65. This provision does not apply to citizen task forces and citizen ad hoc committees. e. Each city council member will be responsible for making nominations for board, committee, and commission places assigned to him or her, which shall correspond to the city council member's place. Individual city council members will make nominations to the full city council for the governing body's approval or disapproval. (4) Rules of procedure: a. All board, commission, and committee members, including citizen board, commission, and committee members, shall comply with the provisions of article II of chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances. All board, commission and committee members, including citizen board, commission, and committee members, shall be provided a copy of these rules of procedure and a copy of the City of Denton Handbook for Boards, Commissions and Committees, which shall govern operational procedures of all boards, commissions and committees, including citizen boards, commissions, and committees. All boards, commissions, and committees, including citizen boards, commissions and committees, shall comply with these rules as to the preparation of minutes of meetings, and such minutes shall be prepared in accordance with the policies and procedures of the city secretary. b. All citizen board, commission, and committee members shall comply with the procedural requirements of the V.T.C.A., Texas Government Code Chapter 551, also known as the "Texas Open Meetings Act" as they appear now or may be amended in the future. Notice of all meetings shall be posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and minutes and records will be maintained in accordance with requirements of the city secretary's office. Each citizen board, commission, and committee member shall be provided a copy of the Texas Open Meetings Act. Penalty provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act shall only apply to citizen boards, commissions, and committees with rule making or quasi-judicial power, as set forth in the Texas Open Meetings Act and as interpreted by Texas Courts. (i) Votes required. Questions on which the voting requirement is varied by the Charter, State Statutes and these rules are listed below: 20 (1) Charter and state statutory requirements: a. Charter amendment—Five (5) votes: Ordinances submitting proposed Charter amendments must be adopted by a two-thirds (⅔) vote of the council. (TEX. CONST. art. XI, § 3 and V.T.C.A. Local Government Code Ch. 9 (Vernon 2014.)) For a seven-member council, this means five (5) members must vote affirmatively. b. Levying taxes—Five (5) votes: Ordinances providing for the assessment and collection of certain taxes require the approval of two-thirds (⅔) of the members of the council (V.T.C.A. Tax Code § 302.101 (Vernon 2014)). c. Changing paving assessment plans—Five (5) votes: Changes in plans for paving assessment require a two-thirds (⅔) vote of the council (V.T.C.A. Transportation Code § 313.053(e) (Vernon 2014)). d. Changes in zoning ordinance or zoning classifications: In cases of a written protest of a change in a zoning regulation or zoning classification by the owners of twenty (20) percent or more either of the area of the lots included in such proposed change, or of the l ots immediately adjoining the same and extending two hundred (200) feet therefrom, such amendment shall not become effective except by the favorable vote of three-fourths (¾) of all members of the city council; further, three-fourths (¾) of all the members of the city council is required to override the decision of the planning and zoning commission that a zoning change be denied (V.T.C.A. Local Government Code § 211.066 (Vernon 2014)) and section 35.3.4.C.(4) Denton City Code (Development Code)). ("All" members of the city council is construed to mean all who are qualified to vote on a matter, and any legal disqualification of a member could change the requisite number of votes required for passage. City of Alamo Heights v. Gerety et al. , 264 S.W. 2d 778 (Ct. App. — San Antonio (1954)). e. Amendment of tax abatement policy: The guidelines and criteria adopted as the city's tax abatement policy may be amended or repealed by a vote of three -fourths (¾) of all members of the city council (V.T.C.A. Tax Code § 312.002(c) (Vernon 2014)). (j) Severability clause. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word in this section, or application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance, and the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas, hereby declares it would have enacted such remaining portions despite any such invalidity. (Ord. No. 2001-193, § 1, 5-1-01; Ord. No. 2001-204, § 1, 5-29-01; Ord. No. 2002-018, § 1, 1-8- 02; Ord. No. 2003-235, § 1, 8-5-03; Ord. No. 2003-373, §§ 1(6.3), 2; Ord. No. 2004-033, § 1(6.4b., c.), 1(6.5), 2-3-04; Ord. No. 2004-182, § 1, 7-20-04; Ord. No. 2004-298, § 2, 9-21-04; Ord. No. 2005-174, § 1, 6-21-05; Ord. No. 2006-175, § 1, 6-20-06; Ord. No. 2008-159, § 1, 7- 15-08; Ord. No. 2009-174, § 1, 8-4-09; Ord. No. 2010-258, § 1, 10-19-10; Ord. No. 2010-312, § 1, 12-7-10; Ord. No. 2011-038, § 1, 3-1-11; Ord. No. 2015-231, § 1, 8-4-15 ; Ord. No. 2016-197, § 1, 7-19-16; Ord. No. 2018-551, § 2, 4-17-18; Ord. No. 2018-574, § 2, 4-17-18; Ord. No. 2018- 1376, § 2(Att. A), 8-28-18) 21 Sec. 2-83. - General rules. (a) Quorum. A quorum for the transaction of business of a board shall be a majority of the members appointed to the board. (b) Voting required. No attending member of a board shall be excused or shall abstain from voting on any matter before the board on which a vote is called or required, except where a board member's personal interest is involved. When such member's personal interest is involved , such member shall announce such interest at the commencement of consideration of the matter, and such member shall not enter into discussion or debate on such matter and shall abstain from voting thereon and shall fill out an affidavit stating such interest in accordance with V.T.C.A., Texas Local Government Code § 171.004. A member shall be considered to have a personal interest in a matter whenever any matter before the board could or does affect the member's financial interest. The phrase "financial in terest" when used herein shall have the same meaning as "substantial interest in a business entity" as that phrase is defined in V.T.C.A., Texas Local Government Code § 171.002. Charter reference— Personal interest, § 14.04. (c) Absences. Every board, commission, and committee member shall attend all regularly called and scheduled meetings of the board, commission, or committee of which he or she is a member. The chairperson shall announce, for the record, the names of members absent and determine if the absence is excused or unexcused. Members who cannot attend the meeting should c ontact the chairperson or an appropriate staff liaison concerning his or her absence prior to the meeting. The unexcused absence of any board, commission, or committee member f rom more than three (3) regularly called and scheduled meetings of the board, commission, or committee of which he or she is a member in any one (1) year or lack of attendance at fifty (50) percent of the number of regular meetings in a year, unless such absence is excused, shall be considered "cause," as that term is used in section 14.16 of the Charter, for removal of the member by the city council from such board, commission, or committee. An excused absence shall include personal or family illness, deat h of a family member, jury duty, service in the armed forces, testifying before the legislature, attending a seminar involving municipal matters of importance to the member's duties, absence necessary for the member's business or employment, and any related emergencies or other matters which the board, commission, or committee finds qualify as an excused absence. Attendance reports will be provided by boards, commissions, and committees to the city council on a quarterly basis for their review. Copies of this ordinance shall be forwarded to members of all of the standing boards, commissions, and committees and to new members as they are appointed. (Code 1966, § 1-44; Ord. No. 96-154, § III, 7-9-96; Ord. No. 00-046A, § 1, 2-1-00) 22 Sec. 2-63. - Removal from office. Should a board or commission member cease to meet the qualifications prescribed in section 2-61 or 2-62, if applicable, or should such member be convicted of a felony during his term of service, such failure or conviction, as the case may be, shall be cause for removal. (Code 1966, § 1-23) 23 Sec. 2-84. - Nominating and appointing members to certain boards. All nominations to the public utilities board and parks and recreation board shall be by procedures established by the city council to fairly allow each member of the city council an opportunity to nominate a member to each of these boards. All appointments to the public utilities board and parks and recreation board shall be by affirmative vote of four (4) members of the city council. (Ord. No. 96-169, § I, 7-16-96; Ord. No. 99-268, § 2, 8-3-99) 24 Date: April 12, 2019 Report No. 2019-076 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Provide information on potential revisions to the City Council Rules of Procedure to allow for additional public participation in meetings. BACKGROUND: The City Council has recently requested information on various alternative options for public participation in Council meetings. This report outlines the options requested by Council and summarizes the process required to implement the suggested Rules of Procedure revisions. Denton City Council meetings are conducted in accordance with the Rules of Procedure set forth in Sec. 2-29 of the Denton City Code of Ordinances (“Code”). Where an item or procedure is not specified in the Code, the City Council follows Robert’s Rules of Order. For each public participation item discussed below, it is within the purview of the City Council to amend the Rules of Procedure to allow for the desired option(s). Staff is prepared to present on potential Rules of Procedure revisions at a future work session. After receiving feedback from the City Council regarding how best to proceed, the requested revisions will be brought to a future City Council meeting for consideration and adoption. Members of the public currently have the following options to address the City Council at a City Council meeting: Schedule a Citizen Report o Speaker must register by noon the Thursday before the Council meeting by contacting the City Manager’s Office. o Up to four speakers may present a report for up to four minutes. o Topic cannot be an item listed on the agenda. Speak During Open Microphone o Speaker must file a speaker registration card, or “Blue Card” with the City Secretary before the meeting. o Up to two people may speak for up to four minutes. o Topic cannot be an item listed on the agenda. Comment on Consent Agenda items o Citizen comments on Consent Agenda items are considered during the Work Session portion of the meeting, prior to work session items. o Speakers must file a speaker registration card, or “Blue Card” with the City Secretary before the Work Session begins. o Citizens can speak about these items for up to three minutes. Comment on Individual Consideration Items o Speakers must file a request to speak card, or “Blue Card” with the City Secretary before the item is called. o Citizens can speak for up to three minutes. 25 Date: April 12, 2019 Report No. 2019-076 o Speakers wishing to address multiple items must fill out a separate Blue Card for each item. Public Hearings o Speakers are encouraged, but not required to fill out a speaker registration card, or “Blue Card” with the City Secretary before the hearing. o Citizens can speak for four minutes, but Council may limit the time to three minutes if many speakers would like to comment on an item. o Applicants and their agents can speak for up to 10 minutes per speaker, with up to a total of 20 minutes for all speakers representing the applicant. DISCUSSION: Public Hearing Public Comment Process During the January 8 City Council meeting, staff was asked to provide information about whether residents who sign up to speak at a public hearing can have the opportunity to speak more than once while that item is being considered. The Rules of Procedure currently allows four minutes per speaker on each public hearing item. Under the current Rules of Procedure, residents are allowed to speak only once per Public Hearing item. Presentations from Members of the Public During the January 15 City Council meeting, staff was asked to provide information on what could be done to either pilot an unlimited public comment period where the limit of four speakers would be removed, or potentially hold a dedicated monthly meeting for public comment on any subject. As noted above, the Rules of Procedure currently permits two types of presentations from members of the public during Council meetings, prior registration and open microphone, with limitations on both. Prior Registration: The Rules of Procedure allows up to four individuals to register to speak for up to four minutes per meeting. In order to register to speak, residents are asked to contact the City Secretary by noon on the Thursday prior to the City Council meeting date. Scheduled citizen reports can include audio/visual aids, as long as they are submitted to the City Secretary’s Office at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting. Scheduled citizen reports take place immediately following the proclamations portion of the City Council agenda. Open Microphone: Following scheduled citizen reports, up to two individuals who have not registered to speak may make comments through the open microphone procedure. Those speaking during the open mic portion of the agenda have up to four minutes to make their remarks. There is currently not an option in the Rules of Procedure for an unlimited public comment period during City Council meetings. Electronic Participation During Council Meetings Similar to the items above, there is not currently a provision for public participation via electronic means in the Rules of Procedure. Each public comment opportunity, as defined, requires the member of the public to be present. However, there is nothing that legally prohibits electronic participation during Council meetings if the Rules of Procedure were amended. It should be noted that special consideration will need to be made regarding the rules, logistics, and costs associated with adding an electronic participation component. 26 Date: April 12, 2019 Report No. 2019-076 Note: Sec. 2-29(c)(6) of the Rules of Procedure does allow for City Council members to participate in a Council meeting by video conference in the event the member is traveling or unable to attend a meeting due to illness. Subsections a. and b. outline the procedures for this based on whether or not a quorum will be in one physical location. Table 1 below provides information regarding the availability of electronic participation in surrounding communities. Staff surveyed 13 local municipalities via the internet, phone and email, and none of them allow for electronic participation during meetings although four of them allowed comments to be submitted electronically prior to the meeting. The cities of McKinney, Plano, and Southlake allow residents submit comments, via email or other means, to the City Secretary prior to each Council meeting with those comments being provided to the Council prior to the meeting including a summarized report, which is included in the meeting minutes. The City of Richardson has an online form that citizens can access to indicate their position on an item, whether for or against, but are not able to provide further comment through the website. Table 1 Electronic Participating in Meetings Is electronic participation allowed during City Council meetings? Other forms of electronic participation? Description City Yes No Yes No Denton x x Arlington x x Carrollton x x Coppell x x Dallas x x Farmers Branch x x Fort Worth x x Frisco x x Town Hall Meeting on First Monday of each month. Grapevine x Lewisville x McKinney x x Comments for agenda items may be made by email, phone, or mail. These comments are provided to Council prior to the meeting. Plano x x Written comments may be submitted to City Secretary's office no later than 5 p.m. on day of meeting. These comments are distributed to Council and a summary is included in the meeting minutes. Richardson x x Citizens are able to indicate their position (for or against) on an item online for the record, but are not able to provide further comment through the website. This form must be submitted prior to the meeting. Southlake x x Written comments may be submitted to City Secretary's office no later than 5 p.m. on day of meeting. These are distributed to Council and City staff prior to the meeting. These are not included in the official minutes. 27 Date: April 12, 2019 Report No. 2019-076 The City of Frisco provides its residents with a unique public comment opportunity during their Town Hall meetings, held the first Monday of each month. These meetings allow elected officials and staff to inform residents about capital projects, programs, services, special events, and key issues. These monthly meetings also include time for the public to have a question/answer session. In 2011, the City of Frisco added a telephone option to these Town Hall meetings to make public participation easier. Frisco’s registered voters receive a phone call during the meeting inviting them to listen to the presentations and participate in the question and answer section. Mayor’s Ability to Second Motions Mayor Watts recently inquired about his ability, as chair of the meeting, to second a motion for an item to be considered. In this instance, there is no specific rule giving direction regarding this in the City’s Rule of Procedure, and so Robert’s Rules of Order applies. According to Robert’s Rules of Order, if the president (Mayor) is a member of the voting body, then he has the same rights and privileges as all other members. This includes the right to make motions (including seconding motions), to speak in debate, and to vote on all questions1. Motion to Reconsider Mayor Pro Tem Ryan recently inquired whether the monthly City Council luncheon qualifies as an “official meeting” for purposes of making a motion to reconsider, even if no votes are taking place. The Code states that, “A motion to reconsider any action of the council can be made not later than the next succeeding official meeting of the council.”2 Even though votes are not typically taken at a Council luncheon, it is posted as an “official meeting” of the City Council and is a meeting of the full Council. Because of this, the motion to reconsider would need to be made at this meeting. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act (“TOMA”), any Council Member who wishes to make such a motion at a meeting succeeding the meeting where the action was taken shall notify the City Manager in time for the item for reconsideration to be placed on the Council agenda and posted at least 72 hours prior to scheduled meeting. It is important to note that since Council may have meetings which are set closely together (such as a Monday meeting then a Tuesday meeting) the current ordinance may not provide enough time to comply with TOMA agenda notice requirements. The City Attorney’s Office will be providing a legal status report this week with additional guidance on the TOMA issues presented by our current motion for reconsideration ordinance. STAFF CONTACT: Stuart Birdseye Management Analyst Stuart.Birdseye@cityofdenton.com 1 Frequently Asked Questions about RONR (Question 1) The Official Robert’s Rules of Order Web Site. 2 Sec. 2‐29 (g)(11); The section also outlines that a motion to reconsider may only be made by a member who voted with the prevailing side and can be seconded by any member. 28 Date: April 12, 2019 Report No. 2019-076 Rachel Wood Chief of Staff Rachel.Wood@cityofdenton.com LEGAL CONTACT: Stephanie N. Neal Assistant City Attorney Stephanie.Neal@cityofdenton.com 29 City of Denton _____________________________________________________________________________________ AGENDA INFORMATION SHEET DEPARTMENT: City Manager’s Office ACM: Mario Canizares DATE: April 2, 2019 SUBJECT Provide a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding appointment to, and removal from, all boards and commissions of the City. BACKGROUND The City of Denton’s Board of Ethics recently had two members report a “leave of absence” from their Board position. Article III, Division 3, Section 2-83(c) of the City of Denton Code Ordinances addresses attendance requirements for Boards and Commissions. There is no reference within this article about members taking a “leave of absence.” As a result, any absences at future meetings could be considered “unexcused,” thereby triggering the clause that missing, “…more than (3) regularly called and scheduled meetings of the board, commission, or committee of which he or she is a member in any one (1) year or lack of attendance at fifty (50) percent of the number of regular meetings in a year, unless such absence is excused, shall be considered “cause,” as that term is used in section 14.16 of the Charter, for removal of the member by the city council from such board, commission, or committee.” Due to a recent resignation, meeting attendance, and other factors, including two members reported to have taken a leave of absence, concerns have been raised about the Board of Ethics’ ability to maintain a quorum at future meetings. For the Board of Ethics, a quorum is comprised of four members (alternates can be used to reach a quorum). The table below outlines current Board membership status: Nominating CM Member Membership Status Present Term Gerard Hudspeth VACANT [Sandy Kristoferson] Vacant 2018-2020 Keely Briggs Lara Tomlin Current 2018-2019 Don Duff Don Cartwright Current 2018-2020 John Ryan Jesse Davis [Chair] Current 2018-2019 Deb Armintor David Zoltner [Vice Chair] Leave of Absence 2018-2019 Paul Meltzer Karen McDaniels Current 2018-2020 Chris Watts Ron Johnson Abstain due to Conflict 2018-2020 Deb Armintor Deborah Cosimo (alternate) Current 2018-2020* Gerard Hudspeth Ben Clark (alternate) Attended No Meetings 2018-2020* Deb Armintor Kara Engstrom (alternate) Leave of Absence 2018-2020* City Hall 215 E. McKinney Street Denton, Texas www.cityofdenton.com *Still need to draw lots to determine Term-End date 30 The complaints that the Board of Ethics is currently considering were filed by Board Member, Ron Johnson. As such, Mr. Johnson is currently abstaining deliberation, thereby further limiting the number of members who are eligible to deliberate and resolve the current complaints. Vacancies due to resignations or removal for cause may be filled using the City Council’s typical Board and Commission nomination/appointment process. Once a qualified nominee is submitted, that vacancy can be filled at the next official meeting of the City Council. OPTIONS Staff is seeking direction from the City Council on how to address membership concerns associated with a reported leave of absence by a member of City Board or Commission. Option 1: Consider a reported “leave of absence” as an automatic resignation from the board. This would require an amendment to the Code of Ordinances and, depending on how this is structured, could impact requirements for either the Board of Ethics only or all Boards and Commissions. Option 2: Consider a reported leave of absence as an unexcused absence. Once board members on reported leave reach three unexcused absences that would be considered “cause” for removal pursuant to Section 2-83(c) of the Code and Article XIV, Section 14.16 of the City Charter. Alternatively, the City Council may amend Section 2-63 to define a leave of absence as neglect of duty and, therefore, “cause” for removal. Option 3: Consider a reported leave of absence an excused absence by amending Section 2-83(c) of the Code to make a leave of absence qualify as “excused.” EXHIBITS Exhibit 1 – Agenda Information Sheet Exhibit 2 – Resolution 18-1121 Exhibit 3 – Resolution 18-1214 Exhibit 4 – Board of Ethics Meeting Attendance Exhibit 5 – Ordinance 18-757 Exhibit 6 – Ordinance 18-1043 Exhibit 7 – Presentation Respectfully submitted: Rachel Wood and Rosa Rios Chief of Staff City Secretary 31 Board & Commission Appointment and Removal Process (Leave of Absence) APRIL 2, 2019 32 Leave of Absence Two Board of Ethics Committee members have recently reported a “leave of absence” from their respective positions. The Denton Code of Ordinances does not include a provision for Board and Commission members taking a leave of absence. Article III, Division 3, Section 2-83(c) Code Ordinances addresses attendance and includes provisions for excused and unexcused absences: o More than 3 unexcused absences from regularly called meetings or missing more than 50% of meetings in a calendar year would be considered “cause” for removal. o Excused absences include personal or family illness, death of a family member, jury duty, service in the armed forces, testifying before the legislature, attending a seminar involving municipal matters of importance to the member’s duties, absence necessary for the member’s business or employment, and any related emergencies or other matters which the board, commission, or committee finds qualify as an excused absence. APRIL 2, 2019 ID 19-743 2 33 Quorum Concern Recent resignations, meeting attendance, the status of open complaint, and other factors including two members reporting a leave of absence has presented concerns regarding the Board of Ethics’ ability to maintain a quorum at future meetings. For the Board of Ethics, a quorum is comprised of four members. Vacancies due to resignations or removal for “cause” may be filled using the typical Board and Commission nomination and appointment process. Staff is seeking direction on how the City Council wishes to address reported leaves of absence. While this issue was presented as a concern for the Board of Ethics, similar issues could be presented with other Boards and Commissions should a member decide to report a leave of absence. 3APRIL 2, 2019 ID 19-743 34 Options Option 1:Consider a reported leave of absence an automatic resignation from the board. This would require an amendment to the Code of Ordinances and, depending on how this is structured, could impact requirements for either just the Board of Ethics or all Boards and Commissions. Option 2:Consider a reported leave of absence as an unexcused absence. Once board members on reported leave reach three unexcused absences that would be considered “cause” for removal pursuant to Section 2-83(c) of the Code and Article XIV, Section 14.16 of the City Charter. Alternatively, the City Council may amend Section 2-63 to define a leave of absence as neglect of duty and, therefore, “cause” for removal. Option 3:Consider a reported leave of absence an excused absence by amending Section 2- 83(c) of the Code to make a leave of absence qualify as “excused.” 4APRIL 2, 2019 ID 19-743 35 Board of Ethics Membership Status 5 Nominating CM Member Membership Status Present Term Gerard Hudspeth VACANT [Sandy Kristoferson]Vacant 2018-2020 Keely Briggs Lara Tomlin Current 2018-2019 Don Duff Don Cartwright Current 2018-2020 John Ryan Jesse Davis [Chair]Current 2018-2019 Deb Armintor David Zoltner [Vice Chair]Leave of Absence 2018-2019 Paul Meltzer Karen McDaniels Current 2018-2020 Chris Watts Ron Johnson Abstain due to Conflict 2018-2020 Deb Armintor Deborah Cosimo [alternate]Current 2018-2020 Gerard Hudspeth VACANT [Ben Clark –alternate]Resigned 2018-2020 Deb Armintor Kara Engstrom [alternate]Leave of Absence 2018-2020 APRIL 2, 2019 ID 19-743 36 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 1 DRAFT HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN | AUG 28, 2019 Prepared for the City of Denton 37 2 Denton Historic Preservation Plan ACKNOWLEDGMENTS HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CITY STAFF • Alyssa Stevenson (Chair) • Helen Bailey (Vice-chair) • John Morris • Erin Clegg • Mary Anderson • Roy Anderson • Kenneth Williamson • Angie Stripling • Melody Kohout • Chris Watts, Mayor • Gerard Hudspeth, District 1 • Keely G. Briggs, District 2 • Jesse Davis, District 3 • John Ryan, District 4 • Deb Armintor, At Large Place 5 • Paul Meltzor, At Large Place 6 • Todd Hileman, City Manager • Scott McDonald, Director Development Services/Chief Building Official • Richard Cannone, AICP, Deputy Director Development Services • Ron Menguita, AICP, Principal Planner • Roman McAllen, Assoc. AIA, AICP, CNU-A, Historic Preservation Officer • Cody Yates, GIS Analyst • Sean Jacobson, Assistant Planner • Juan M. Pagoada-Reyes, Intern CONSULTANT - THE LAKOTA GROUP This project was funded in part through a Certified Local Government Grant from the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, as administered by the Texas Historical Commission. The contents and opinions, however, do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Department of the Interior, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation by the Department of the Interior. This program receives Federal funds from the National Park Service. Regulations of the U.S. Department of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination in departmental Federally Assisted Programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or handicap. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility operated by a recipient of Federal assistance should write to: Director, Equal Opportunity Program, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, D.C. 20013-7127 38 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION 5 SECTION 2: DENTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN 1 7 DENTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION VISION AND VALUE STATEMENTS 19 PLAN GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 21 SURVEY AND REGISTRATION 24 ISSUE SUMMARY 24 GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 26 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 39 ISSUE SUMMARY 39 GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 44 PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION 50 ISSUE SUMMARY 50 GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 52 EDUCATION AND OUTREACH 56 ISSUE SUMMARY 56 GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 58 HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY 61 INHERENT HISTORIC BUILDINGS SUSTAINABLE DESIGN FEATURES IN HISTORIC BUILDINGS 61 ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS 63 BUILDING ENVELOPE IMPROVEMENTS 65 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND DESIGN GUIDELINE DOCUMENTS 70 IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX 72 SECTION 3: DENTON HISTORIC RESOURCES 79 HISTORIC CONTEXT 81 DENTON HISTORIC RESOURCES 90 EXISTING LANDMARKS AND DISTRICTS 98 SURVEY AND DOCUMENTATION 110 DENTON ARCHITECTURAL STYLES AND BUILDING FORMS 112 SECTION 4: POLICY REVIEW 121 FEDERAL AND STATE PLANNING CONTEXT 123 LOCAL PLANS AND POLICIES 124 CITY ZONING 128 SECTION 5: COMMUNITY SPEAKS 133 SECTION 6: APPENDICES 147 APPENDIX 1 148 APPENDIX 2 149 APPENDIX 3: STATE ANTIQUITIES LANDMARKS CRITERIAL FOR EVALUATION 150 APPENDIX 4: 1936 TEXAS CENTENNIAL MARKERS 152 APPENDIX 5: DENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MARKERS 153 APPENDIX 6: DEVELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF DENTON 154 39 4 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 40 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 5 INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 41 6 Denton Historic Preservation Plan INTRODUCTION This City of Denton Historic Preservation Plan was prepared by a dedicated group of community stakeholders and residents concerned with the future conservation and stewardship of Denton’s significant heritage resources ― the buildings, structures, and sites that contribute to Denton’s sense of place and economic vitality. This Historic Preservation Plan builds on the community’s previous preservation preservation vision for continuing Downtown Denton’s resurgency, enhancing, enhancing established neighborhoods, maintaining community character, managing growth, and promoting livability and civic pride, as well as protecting important heritage resources and other tangible links to Denton’s past. This Preservation Plan also seeks to inspire and motivate existing stakeholder groups and a new generation of preservation advocates in the implementation and management of Denton’s historic preservation program. Today, Denton’s historic resources and assets, including its historic neighborhoods, downtown district, and iconic Denton County Courthouse on the Square, help to define the city’s vibrancy, authenticity, and small-town appeal. Such assets help to attract young professionals and entrepreneurs who desire quality working spaces and a unique physical environment in which to start their businesses and creative endeavors. Denton’s varied, historic housing stock also contributes to the community’s livability, providing a source of affordable quality housing to families and households seeking advantageous locations near Downtown Denton, the universities, parks, and other community amenities. In Downtown Denton, the Denton County Courthouse and surrounding Courthouse Square commercial architecture serve as an appealing setting and backdrop for festivals, cultural events, and entertainment activities. Certainly, Denton’s historic resources play a key role in community quality-of-life and in making Denton one of the most livable places in Texas. “We would love for more Dentonites to visit Denton’s core and experience the historic districts” - Denton resident. Courthouse © The Lakota Group Survey respondent 42 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 7 HISTORIC PRESERVATION IN DENTON Denton’s formal historic preservation efforts did not begin until the 1980s when the Denton City Council adopted its first Historic Preservation Ordinance and established the Historic Landmarks Commission to administer the designation and management of local landmarks and historic districts. The Ordinance’s passage came after years of concern over the future of the West Oak Street neighborhood and its collection of pre-World War I “Silk Stocking Row” houses, threatened by a change in its single-family zoning classification the 1960s, and various demolition and development pressures, including the construction of the Carroll Boulevard thoroughfare on the neighborhood’s eastern edge, (Preservation Plan, Historic Landmark Commission, City of Denton, 1986, p. 3). The Ordinance’s development and adoption was made possible through the assistance of the Denton County Historical Commission with support from the local chamber of commerce, downtown businesses, and neighborhood residents (Preservation Plan, Historic Landmark Commission, City of Denton, p. 3). Denton would become one of several Texas communities during the mid to late 1980s to ratify an ordinance, along with Abilene, Corpus Christi, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Lubbock, Plano, and San Marcos. Denton’s nascent preservation planning efforts came 14 years after the passage of the National Historic Preservation Act by the U.S. Congress, which established the National Register of Historic Places, this nation’s official list of buildings, sites, structures, and objects worthy of preservation. With the National Register, local communities now had a new preservation planning tool to spur the recognition and designation of landmarks and districts of local significance. Denton’s first National Register-listed property was the Denton County Courthouse in 1977. Since that first ordinance in the early 1980s, the City of Denton has undertaken a number of preservation planning activities, including the creation of its first preservation plan in 1986, the launch of its downtown Main Street revitalization program in 1989, as well as several historic resource survey initiatives in succeeding years. The 1986 Preservation Plan provided an overview of Denton’s architectural history and important context periods, such as Denton’s late 19th century railroad-related development, the growth of Denton’s universities, Quakertown, and the community’s pre-World War II prosperity. The Preservation Plan also recommended the creation of several historic districts ― most notably for the residential neighborhoods between the University of North Texas and Texas Women’s University, as well as for the blocks along West Oak Street, the creation of a downtown Main Street revitalization program, and the adoption of tax incentives to encourage property rehabilitation and preservation. In 1989, the City of Denton completed its first comprehensive survey inventorying property types within central Denton for their architectural and historical significance. The survey identified potential local historic districts in Downtown and in the Congress School neighborhood to the northwest of the Courthouse Square, and two conservation districts in the Bell Avenue and Austin-Locust neighborhoods. The Courthouse Square itself was listed in the National Register as part of a multiple property nomination in 2000. In the following years, the City commissioned additional survey and documentation efforts in the Bolivar and Idiots Hill neighborhoods, the latter containing a significant collection of Ranch and Minimal Traditional homes ― evidence of Denton’s post World War II residential building boom. Currently, Denton has two locally-designated historic districts, one conservation district, and several buildings, sites, and objects listed in the National Register, including the Downtown Courthouse-on-the-Square, the community’s architectural centerpiece. In 2015, the Denton community embarked on an update to its comprehensive plan, and in 2019 completed a substantial revision and update to its zoning and development regulations. As mentioned previously, the Denton 2030 Plan recommends an update to the 1985 Preservation Plan with a particular focus of identifying historic resources meriting designation and protection. Since 1986, other properties and historic resources may have gained significance, including buildings built during the post-World War II years, an important growth period for most communities as they accommodated an increased demand for housing by returning servicemen. In addition, Denton’s heritage story must also be broadened to recognize and interpret the community’s tapestry of ethnic and racial groups that contributed to community’s development ― groups often underrepresented in the recognition and interpretation of their stories to future generations. The process for preparing this Historic Preservation Plan, therefore, represents a unique opportunity for Denton to assess its current historic preservation program effectiveness, consider future landmarks and districts, and propose a set of planning strategies that address critical preservation-planning needs. 43 8 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 1846 1857 1866 1877 1876 1880s-1890s 1881 1890 1895-1897 1901 1906 1929 1931 1933-1940 1939 1953 1962 1963 1966 1966-1967 1973 1977 1980 1982 1987 1989 1996 1999 2000 2004 2005 2008 2012 2014 2015 2018 2019 Denton County established by the Texas State Legislature. First Denton County Courthouse constructed in Downtown Denton. City of Denton chartered by the Texas State Legislature. Second Denton County Courthouse constructed. State of Texas constitutional authorization for state-wide preservation initiatives; first brick buildings constructed. Series of fires destroyed or damaged numerous Denton Courthouse Square commercial buildings. Texas and Pacific Railroad connects Denton to Fort Worth and Dallas. Texas Normal College and Teacher Training Institute founded, later to become University of North Texas in 1988. Third and present Denton County Courthouse constructed. Girls Industrial College chartered by Texas State Legislature, later to become Texas Women’s University in 1957. American Antiquities Act signed by President Theodore Roosevelt; first major historic preservation law adopted in the United States. 1819 North Bell Avenue, first Denton residence designed by architect O’Neil Ford. First local historic district in the United States established in Charleston, South Carolina. State Centennial Celebration; first State Historical Markers erected. Little Chapel in the Woods, Texas Women’s University designed by O’Neil Ford and architect Arch Swank. Texas State Historical Survey Committee established to administer statewide historic preservation program. Formal establishment of the Texas Historical Marker Program. Texas State Legislature expands the mandate of the Survey Committee with legal authority to protect and preserve significant buildings and sites. National Historic Preservation Act passed by the U.S. Congress; National Register of Historic Places established Denton Civic Center and Municipal Building constructed, designed by O’Neil Ford. Texas State Historical Survey Committee becomes the Texas Historical Commission. Denton County Courthouse listed in the National Register. Denton’s first Historic Preservation Ordinance adopted by Denton City Council; Historic Landmarks Commission established; amendment to the National Historic Preservation Act by U.S. Congress creates the Certified Local Government Program. Denton 19th Century Pottery Kiln sites listed in the National Register. Oak-Hickory Local Historic District established by the City of Denton. Denton designated a Certified Local Government by the Texas Historical Commission; Oak Hickory Local Historic District established; Denton Main Street Program initiated. Historical Survey of Denton completed. Historic and Architectural Resources of Denton Multiple Property National Register Nomination completed; Denton Main Street Program recognized with Great American Main Street Award. Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square listed in the National Register. Rector Road Bridge listed in the National Register. Bell Avenue Local Conservation District established by the City of Denton. West Oak Area Local Historic District established by the City of Denton. Bolivar Neighborhood Historic Resource Survey completed. Denton Main Street Program reaches 25-year milestone. Idiots Hill Neighborhood Historic Resource Survey completed; Denton Plan 2030 with historic preservation element adopted by City Council. Pioneer Circle at Texas Women’s University listed in the National Register. City of Denton revises zoning regulations, including the Historic Preservation Ordinance. DENTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION CHRONOLOGY The following is a timeline of significant events and historic preservation efforts in the City of Denton since the 1830s: 44 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 9 HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES A historic preservation plan identifies and outlines the vision, goals, and strategies for enhancing and strengthening a local historic preservation program, recognizing that effective long-range planning can help identify, protect, and manage significant historic resources and key elements of a community’s built environment. Creating a historic preservation plan is also an opportunity to engage, educate, and inform local stakeholders on the community’s history and heritage, preservation’s benefits, and the roles and responsibilities of a local historic preservation commission. Traditionally, historic preservation plans focused on the identification and documentation of important historic resources and future landmarks and districts. Today, municipal leaders, preservation advocates and community planners view historic preservation as essential tool for encouraging reinvestment activity in traditional commercial districts and older neighborhoods, achieving placemaking and urban design objectives, and in promoting community sustainability. Historic preservation plans are prepared for local historic preservation commissions, municipal staff, and other commissions, departments, and elected leaders, serving as the key policy document for local decision- making regarding preservation issues and priorities. Non-profit preservation advocacy organizations and other preservation partners also use historic preservation plans to guide local advocacy and outreach efforts, educational initiatives, and survey and property documentation activities. In many communities, community comprehensive plans address local preservation planning with an identification of key preservation issues and planning goals, objectives, and strategies. However, in the case of Denton and other cities, comprehensive plans may recommend the creation of a stand-alone preservation plan that identifies key historic resources worthy of preservation and additional policies and guidance relative to the local preservation program. The Denton 2030 Plan, as part of its policies and action items for community character areas and urban design, recommends an update to “the Historic Preservation Plan for Denton to identify historic resources that should receive local protection and state and national recognition by 2030.” (Denton 2030, 2015, p. 100). The 2030 Plan also proposed policies related to ongoing updates to the community Historic Resources Survey and the identification and designation of future landmarks and historic districts, the adoption of new incentives, and the promotion of historic preservation-based economic development initiatives. Therefore, this Denton Historic Preservation Plan serves as a supplemental policy document for local decision-makers and augments the planning strategies and recommendations already incorporated within the Denton 2030 Plan. This Historic Preservation Plan has the following objectives: 1. Review prior community preservation planning efforts, including completed architectural and historical surveys and inventories, and National Register nominations and Local District designations to determine future survey, documentation, and designation priorities. 2. Explore new historic contexts spanning Denton’s 19th century beginnings to its post-World War II decades that consider the “untold’ stories, such as important local industries, the African and Hispanic American experience in Denton, and the Ranch subdivisions of the 1950s and 60s. Such exploration provides a more complete understanding of Denton’s historical development and their associations with existing buildings, structures, and sites worthy of documentation, interpretation, and protection. 3. Assess the effectiveness and efficiencies of local landmark and historic district designation processes and design review tools and procedures, as well as Historic Landmark Commission operations and administration. 4. Understand the location and condition of community “character areas” and how conservation districts and other design management tools could be employed to enhance and maintain these areas not ordinarily considered eligible for historic designations. 5. Determine any barriers to preservation efforts and what new programs, incentives, and initiatives can help spark investments in property maintenance, building rehabilitation, and adaptive use. 6. Explore opportunities for strengthening preservation-based economic development efforts, especially in Downtown Denton, the community’s most significant collection of historic commercial architecture. In addition, integrate preservation planning policies within other community development initiatives related to housing, neighborhoods, and growth management to achieve long-term community sustainability. 45 10 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 7. Propose an ongoing program of outreach, education, and advocacy efforts that builds a strong community historic preservation ethic and cultivates support from a wide range of community stakeholders and those that are not customarily engaged in preservation activities, such as local youth and minority populations. 8. Create new organizational approaches to facilitating historic preservation ― approaches that build local capacity and involve private-sector and a broad range of community stakeholder participation. 9. Develop and adopt an action-oriented Historic Preservation Plan Implementation Program that prioritizes specific initiatives and identifies potential implementation partners and key funding sources. PRESERVATION PLAN APPROACH AND PROCESS The U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Preservation Planning provides a framework approach for the creation and development of a community historic preservation plan. The standards for effective local preservation planning include: • Standard I: Preservation Planning Establishes Historic Contexts. Historic contexts describe the significant broad patterns of development in a community ― patterns reflected in existing historic buildings and properties. Essentially, the “historic context organizes information based on a cultural theme and its geographical and chronological limits” (Secretary of the Interior Standards for Historic Preservation Planning, National Park Service, 2001). Historic contexts are the foundation for decisions about the identification, documentation, evaluation, and designation of historic properties as landmarks or districts. This Historic Preservation Plan includes an overview of key Denton historic contexts. • Standard II: Preservation Planning Uses Historic Contexts to Develop Goals and Priorities for the Identification, Evaluation, Registration and Treatment of Historic Properties. In traditional historic preservation planning, the development of historic contexts leads to a series of goals and priorities in the identification, evaluation and designation of historic resources representing each historic context. For instance, if a historic context describes post World War II subdivision development in Denton, goals and priority actions are prepared for surveying, documenting, and designating historic resources and districts in these areas. This Historic Preservation Plan outlines specific priorities for documentation and registration of historic resources related to established historic contexts. This Plan seeks to balance the community’s broader planning and community development objectives while seeking to strengthen and advance the mission of preservation. Fine Arts Theater © The Lakota Group 46 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 11 • Standard III: The Results of Preservation Planning Are Made Available for Integration into Broader Planning Processes. Effective local historic preservation plans integrate information regarding historic resources into other planning initiatives and activities, especially as they relate to traditional downtown districts and neighborhoods, significant landscapes or archaeological areas, or other places of architectural and historical importance. Such integration serves to inform planning bodies, whose activities and initiatives may affect historic properties, and private interests about community preservation goals and priorities (Secretary of the Interior Standards for Historic Preservation Planning, 2001). In addition to the three Standards, successful preservation planning processes also require active and ongoing engagement of various stakeholders groups and participants in defining the community’s vision and core values and beliefs regarding the long-term stewardship of Denton’s historic architecture and heritage. This in turn will lead to community acceptance of preservation planning decisions and outcomes. The preservation planning process for Denton involved two distinct phases. The first phase, the “State of the City,” was a review, assessment, and understanding of known historic contexts; existing historic resources, landmarks, and districts; and adopted community plans, documents, and policies that affect historic properties. Phase 1 also included field work, focus group and stakeholder interview sessions, and a community workshop that gained community insight on important preservation planning issues. The second phase, the “Preservation Plan,” has included the development of specific preservation planning goals, strategies, and implementation actions necessary for achieving Denton’s future historic preservation vision. Phase 2 will begin in May 2019. To assist in preparing the Historic Preservation Plan, the City of Denton engaged The Lakota Group, a preservation planning firm based in Chicago, Illinois. The City’s nine-member Historic Landmark Commission serves as the Preservation Plan Steering Committee. The planning process to date has involved the following tasks: HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN (September 2018 – September 2019) • Project Website (September 2018) The City of Denton and The Lakota Group created a project website to help inform local stakeholders on the preservation planning process, key milestone dates in the process, and upcoming community meetings and open houses. Draft and final plan documents are also posted for public access and review. • Project Start Meeting (September 13, 2018) The City’s Historic Preservation Officer and other planning staff conducted a project start meeting with the Lakota Group to discuss key preservation planning goals and objectives, local preservation issues, and project schedule and timeline. • Field Work (October 8-10, 2018) Lakota visited Denton to photograph and document the community’s historic resources, including various landmarks, historic districts, neighborhoods, and commercial districts. • Stakeholder Listening Sessions (December 9-12, 2019) The City of Denton and The Lakota Group conducted focus group and key stakeholder listening sessions with City officials and relevant department heads, property and business owners, local developers and realtors, preservation advocates, university representatives, neighborhood associations and residents, and civic organizations and economic development agencies. • Community Open House #1 (February 18, 2019) More than 60 Denton residents, property owners, and preservation advocates attended the first Historic Preservation Plan Open House providing input on preservation issues through a series of exhibits and interactive exercises. The workshop also included exhibits on Denton’s historic architecture and “voting boxes” to determine preservation planning priorities. The “Community Speaks” section of this Heritage Preservation Plan summarizes Community Open House proceedings and results. The Open House was held in the lobby atrium space of the Hickory Street Office Building in Downtown Denton. 47 12 Denton Historic Preservation Plan • Online Workshop and Questionnaire (March – May 2019) To gain additional community feedback on local historic preservation issues, The Lakota Group created and posted to the project website an online questionnaire version of the Community Open House exhibits and voting exercises. The Community Speaks section summarizes the online workshop results. • State of the City Report (June 5, 2019) The State of the City Report was prepared and delivered to the City. • Community Open House #2 (June 17, 2019) A second community open house presenting draft preservation planning concepts and strategies was conducted at the Denton Senior Center. Open House exhibits included future survey areas and potential districts, new incentive programs, and outreach and educational initiatives. • First Draft Historic Preservation Plan (August 5, 2019) A First Draft Historic Preservation Plan was prepared and delivered to the City of Denton on August 16, 2019. • Draft Historic Preservation Plan Presentation (August 19-21, 2019) A Draft Historic Preservation Plan was presented to the Historic Landmarks Commission, Planning and Zoning Council, and City Council. Cunningham House, 1015 W. Oak © The Lakota Group 48 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 13 LOCAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION BENEFITS AND PRESERVATION VALUES Denton’s historic resources are key elements to the community’s visual appeal and urban design, economic vitality, tourism, growth management and sustainability, and overall quality of life. Historic preservation is also an effective strategy for revitalizing traditional downtowns and commercial districts and maintaining older neighborhoods and the quality and affordability of a community’s existing housing stock. As noted in the Denton 2030 Plan, historic preservation must “suggest mechanisms for integrating historic resources into cultural tourism, creating centers of community, and contributing to placemaking and urban vitality” (Denton 2030 Plan, p.113). The benefits of preservation are substantial and contribute to the local communities in the following ways:New Job s New jobs created through the rehabilitation of historic buildings and the creation of new businesses that occupy them.New Ho u s i ng New housing choices and attainable housing opportunities through rehabilitated housing stock.Reduce Im p act Conserved building resources and materials that reduce the environmental impact of new development.Arts & C u l t ure Additional arts and cultural activities generated using landmarks and historic districts and neighborhoods as backdrops.Unique Envir o n mentsHistoric districts create unique environments that attract visitors, investors, and entrepreneurs to the community.Mixed u s e Historic districts maintain the mixed use nature of communities, creating the places where they live, work, and play.Enhance Prope r t y value s Established historic districts and landmarks enhance residential and commercial property values over time. According to a recent report, the 2015 Economic Impact of Historic Preservation in Texas, historic preservation generated the following economic benefits: in annual visitor spending related to history-based tourism. $2.26 Billion in historic building rehabilitation projects. $772 Million per year to the Texas GDP in Main Street revitalization activity with cumulative investment activity since 1981 at $5.2 billion. $310 Million of private investment leveraged by Federal and State of Texas incentives programs. $4 - $5 Dollars Source: Economic Impact of Historic Preservation in Texas (Update 2015), University of Texas and Rutgers University 49 14 Denton Historic Preservation Plan REVITALIZING DOWNTOWNS Downtowns have always represented a community’s economic and social center. They are often the places with the most significant collection of historic architecture ― buildings that provide affordable, flexible ground-floor spaces for new businesses and adaptable upper-stories for offices and apartments. For many communities, downtown buildings offer the mixed-use environment that encourages people to walk to shopping, dining, and entertainment activities. Many communities like Denton have established and maintained Main Street revitalization programs that have generated substantial reinvestments in buildings, businesses, and public infrastructure. In 2018, Main Street programs across the country produced $4.39 billion of downtown investment, including a net gain of 25,300 jobs and 8,100 building rehabilitations. Since 1980, Main Street programs have generated over $79 billion in downtown reinvestment. According to the 2015 Economic Impact of Historic Preservation in Texas, Texas Main Street communities generate more than 5,000 jobs on an average annual basis with $23.6 million garnered in building rehabilitation activity in the year 2013 alone. Since 1990, Downtown Denton has seen cumulative public and private investments of $139,821,000. HOUSING AND REVITALIZING NEIGHBORHOODS Historic homes and neighborhoods contribute to a community’s identity and sense of place. Often these neighborhoods are distinguished by their diversity of housing types and architectural styles. The diversity in the housing stock in turn provides opportunities for households of different income levels to live in more established neighborhoods close to the downtown district, local schools, parks, churches, and other community services and amenities. Neighborhood historic districts can also promote greater ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic diversity than most other neighborhoods and places. In addition, past studies have concluded that landmark and historic district designations have positive impacts on neighborhoods, often increasing property values significantly. A study from the early 2000s focused on nine CLG communities in Texas, including such cities as Abilene, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Grapevine, demonstrated that historic designations contributed to property value appreciation of five to 20 percent with the most significant increases seen in the smaller of the nine communities. PLACEMAKING AND THE CREATIVE ECONOMY Historic places are “placemaking” assets ― they contribute to a community’s identity and sense of place, which can help attract jobs and workers, especially in today’s creative industries. Creative industries are concerned with the use of information in the production of goods and services, especially in the design and applied arts fields, such as architecture, fashion and filmmaking, arts and crafts, and technology and software development. Today, with access to the internet and broadband technologies, creative businesses can locate almost anywhere but often prefer quality environments that offer a high level of design character and authenticity found in historic downtowns, neighborhoods, and former industrial areas. Creative industries, in turn, invest in the rehabilitation and adaptive use of historic buildings, often serving as catalytic projects in revitalizing downtowns. Beyond the jobs-generating aspects, placemaking also capitalizes on historic environments by making them important backdrops for vibrant public spaces, and community gatherings and cultural activities. Many communities have integrated art and urban design enhancements in historic downtowns and neighborhoods to promote safe and comfortable pedestrian environments. HISTORIC ENVIRONMENTS AND HEALTH AND WELL-BEING An emerging study in historic preservation is the relationship between historic buildings and places and personal well-being. For many, historic buildings provide a sense of sanctuary, order, continuity, authenticity, and memory that can enhance the mental and emotional health of people. Historic places ― most which pre-date the automobile ― also improve physical health given their walkability and location near downtowns, cultural institutions, green space, and recreational amenities. In turn, historic places promote the feeling of community attachment, belongingness, and livability. 50 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 15 COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) has estimated that existing landfill space is more than one- third occupied by building demolition debris. It can take between 10 to 80 years for a new energy efficient building to overcome the climate change impacts created by new construction. Buildings constructed before World War II are also generally more energy efficient due to higher quality construction materials and construction methods. Preservation of historic buildings also retains “embodied energy” of building materials― the energy used to harvest, fabricate, transport, and install the materials on the building rather than replacing them. If the original construction materials are lost, so is its embodied energy, generating significant new energy consumption in the material’s replacement. Furthermore, historic preservation serves as an effective growth management tool by concentrating investment and growth activity in existing developed areas and focusing local resources on maintaining and reusing historic resources. Denton Civic Center, Creative Art Studio, Little Chapel in the Woods© The Lakota Group 51 16 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 52 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 17 SECTION 2 DENTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN 53 18 Denton Historic Preservation Plan We need to preserve and interpret all histories and cultures in Denton. - Denton resident Courthouse Square © Denton Main Street Survey respondent DENTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN Presented in Section 2 of this Historic Preservation Plan are four key preservation planning goals that will guide local decision-making for the City of Denton and its preservation partners. These goals are based on the Denton Historic Preservation Vision Statement — a statement that captures local stakeholder aspirations regarding the roles historic preservation will take in shaping Denton’s s physical environment and urban design, economic development, neighborhood vibrancy, and overall quality of life. The Vision and Value Statements were created from visioning exercises conducted during the community open houses and other community engagement activities. 54 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 19 DENTON HISTORIC PRESERVATION VISION AND VALUE STATEMENTS VALUE STATEMENT #1 HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND RESOURCES DEFINE DENTON’S IMAGE AND IDENTITY. In its goals and policies, the Denton Plan 2030 recognizes that embracing and maintaining Denton’s small town character is a key to achieving “smart and balanced growth,” “innovation,” and “creativity.” Certainly, Denton stakeholders believe the city’s historic resources, as represented in its Courthouse-on-the-Square commercial buildings and its historic housing stock, contributes immeasurably to Denton’s small town image and identity, providing a sense of scale, and visual attractiveness and familiarity that are often associated with quality small town environments. VALUE STATEMENT #2 HERITAGE RESOURCES ARE VITAL ELEMENTS TO MAINTAINING A PROSPEROUS DOWNTOWN DENTON. Denton is a leading example in Texas and the nation in revitalizing its downtown using the Main Street revitalization approach — the rehabilitation and reuse of downtown’s historic commercial buildings is a central element to that success. In turn, renewed historic buildings help to incubate small businesses, create new jobs, and help drive other investments in public spaces and infrastructure, and in new development that compliments the existing historic fabric, making Downtown Denton the economic and social heart of the community. Denton stakeholders will continue to advocate for a preservation-based approach to Downtown Denton’s management and long-term prosperity. VALUE STATEMENT #3 PRESERVATION ENHANCES RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS. Residential historic districts throughout the country serve to protect and reinforce distinct neighborhood character, design, and authenticity — they are the essential reasons why such neighborhoods remain desirable places to live. In addition, Denton’s older, historic neighborhoods are located in close proximity to the Downtown commercial area and the university campuses; they also comprise a source of affordable housing as compared to newer developments. Denton residents desire the conservation and preservation of historic neighborhoods as a means of offering a range of living opportunities in historic, character-rich environments, and as an effective strategy for achieving community sustainability. Denton, Texas — a growing, prosperous, and diverse city — implements and manages an effective, model historic preservation program, one that engages all local stakeholders in preserving Denton’s rich history and historic architecture. Historic preservation has and continues to play a vital role in a revitalized downtown Courthouse Square district with buildings adapted and rehabilitated for a variety of businesses, restaurants, cultural and entertainment functions, offices, and upper-story living. The preservation and conservation of Denton’s central and Mid-Century neighborhoods provide opportunities for those who desire affordable, walkable places with authenticity and character. Preservation also contributes to the Denton’s distinctiveness and visual qualities, helping to balance new development with the existing built environment. Preserved buildings and places also tell the story of Denton — its early days as a farming town before the Civil War, its emergence of the city as a center for high learning in the decades leading to the 20th century, and its residential neighborhood expansion before and after World War II. Ongoing educational programs and outreach efforts help to tell these stories in innovative ways to a broad segment of the Denton community, inspiring a new generation of Denton preservation leaders and advocates. For Denton stakeholders, the stewardship of the community’s unique and irreplaceable heritage is always an essential priority, acknowledging its important impact on Denton’s economy, neighborhood cohesiveness, and long-term sustainability. In addition to the Vision Statement, the Denton community espouses a set of core beliefs in historic preservation’s role in community life. 55 20 Denton Historic Preservation Plan VALUE STATEMENT #4 HISTORIC BUILDINGS ARE VISIBLE REMINDERS OF DENTON’S HISTORY AND TIME PAST. Historic buildings provide continuity with the past — they are physical expressions of time and history. They also offer a sense of orientation to our own time and forge an emotional attachment to place and local traditions. Denton stakeholders value historic preservation as the critical link to understanding Denton’s rich past and heritage and the possibilities of the future. VALUE STATEMENT #5 A STRONG AND EFFECTIVE LOCAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM REQUIRES COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS BETWEEN MANY DIFFERENT PRESERVATION PARTNERS. The Denton community believes that successful heritage preservation and stewardship requires continual commitment on part of the municipality and other preservation partners and advocates to support and implement various key preservation initiatives. Collaborative efforts helps leverage existing financial and organizational resources, engages new stakeholders as future preservation advocates, and builds a strong community historic preservation ethic. VALUE STATEMENT #6 PRESERVATION EFFORTS IN DENTON RECOGNIZE ALL GROUPS AND POPULATIONS THAT HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO DENTON’S BUILT ENVIRONMENT. The preservation movement today recognizes that racially, culturally, and ethnically diverse groups are important to understanding a community’s complete story. The citizens of Denton consider the preservation of key sites, memories, and legacies of the city’s diverse populations a high priority. Even without the physical evidence of buildings and locations with which to associate the stories of such groups, the City will find new and innovative ways to tell and interpret such stories to the broader community. Little Chapel in the woods © The Lakota Group 56 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 21 PLAN GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS The Denton Historic Preservation Vision and Values Statements serve as the guiding direction for implementing a comprehensive and effective local historic preservation program — a framework created by local stakeholders during a consensus-building, collaborative planning process. The Historic Preservation Plan also includes goals, policies, and recommendations that augment the Vision and Value Statements, providing a complete framework for local preservation action. As such, the Denton Historic Preservation Plan is organized as follows: • Goal Statement: An overarching statement of intent that guides program decisions over the short and long- terms. • Policy Statement for Decision-Makers: A more specific statement that guides policy decision-makers, including the Denton City Council, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, the Planning and Zoning Commission, other boards and commissions, and City staff. • Recommendation: An initiative or set of initiatives that identifies the actions and programs needed to achieve the preservation vision set forth in this Historic Preservation Plan. The Historic Preservation Plan includes four major goals addressing all aspects of an effective community preservation program, including historic contexts and future survey areas and districts, preservation incentives, education and community engagement, and local program administration. These goals and their respective policy statements include: Goal #1: Document, inventory, and preserve Denton’s significant historic, cultural, and architectural resources. Ongoing survey and documentation activities — including field surveys, oral histories, and the development of context statements — are the principal methods for understanding the potential significance of historic buildings, sites, structures, and objects, and their eligibility as landmarks and districts. In recent years, the City completed surveys for the Bolivar and Idiots Hill neighborhoods, both identifying potential National Register districts and landmarks, as well as additional conservation districts, in neighborhoods adjacent to downtown Denton and in residential subdivisions developed primarily after World War II. Maintaining a comprehensive, active, and ongoing survey and inventory program is a requirement of retaining Denton’s Certified Local Government status with the Texas Historical Commission and the National Park Service. Policies for Decision-Makers: Policy 1.1: Conduct on-going field surveys and documentation efforts as a basis for designating future historic and conservation districts and individual landmarks Policy 1.2: Seek a diversity of funding sources for survey and documentation efforts undertaken by the City of Denton. Policy 1.3: Prioritize and designate eligible buildings and areas for potential landmarks and historic districts, especially for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Policy 1.4: Make survey information and reports, resource documentation, and other data widely accessible to the Denton public. Policy 1.5: Ensure future documentation efforts are inclusive of all histories and peoples in Denton. Goal #2: Promote the preservation, adaptive use, and stewardship of historic resources as integral elements to a vibrant and sustainable downtown Denton and residential neighborhoods. Without question, preserving and adapting historic buildings stimulates economic activities, job creation, and reinvestment in traditional commercial districts such as downtown Denton. For more than 25 years, the Denton Main Street program has demonstrated the effectiveness of a preservation-based economic development approach — since the Main Street program’s establishment, the downtown has achieved a lower vacancy rate, a diverse business mix, and increased utilization of ground and upper-floor spaces. Denton’s residential historic districts have higher property values than other neighborhoods and also contribute to Denton’s quality residential design 57 22 Denton Historic Preservation Plan character and attraction as desirable places to live. Going forward, Denton stakeholders desire a continued emphasis on preservation-based approaches to maintaining the vitality and vibrancy of its downtown and neighborhoods, including the use of new tools, such as enhanced incentives, additional conservation districts, and the increased use of sustainable design measures for historic buildings, making them more resilient and energy efficient. Policies for Decision-Makers: Policy 2.1: Continue ongoing support for Main Street revitalization efforts and other preservation-based economic development initiatives, including heritage tourism, as a means to preserve, adapt, and reuse Denton’s historic resources. Policy 2.2: Support the creation of new tools, incentives, and other programs that maintain the livability of Denton’s historic neighborhoods. Goal #3: Maintain a well-managed, integrated municipal historic preservation program that facilitates local preservation activity. Local community historic preservation programs must have the proper mechanisms and tools for protecting significant historic resources — homes, commercial buildings, parks and sites, churches, and schools, among others — from neglect, demolition, and inappropriate changes that may alter the authenticity, feeling, and character of Denton’s important historic places. One important tool, the Denton Historic Preservation Ordinance, enables the City to designate local landmarks and districts, which mandates design review for property demolitions and exterior alterations. Since its adoption in early 1980s, the Ordinance has served the community well with the designation of three Local Historic Districts and more than 50 Local Landmarks. Going forward, the City could consider additional enhancements to the Ordinance, including demolition-by-neglect provisions, which would provide the City and the Historic Landmarks Commission more avenues to address instances where historic properties are in need of substantial repair, and a demolition-delay designation program that would offer short-term protection for properties identified as significant through survey work but not yet designated a Local Landmark. Additionally, the City should continue to integrate preservation objectives in other planning efforts at the sub-area and neighborhood levels, and in housing rehabilitation efforts provided through its ongoing housing programs. Policies for Decision-Makers: Policy 3.1: Ensure adequate resources and support for the Denton Historic Landmark Commission. Policy 3.2: Promote collaboration between the City, the Denton Historic Landmarks Commission, and other preservation partners and organizations on various preservation initiatives. Policy 3.3: Update, adopt, and implement preservation and other regulatory codes and mechanisms that support the preservation and reuse of Denton historic resources. Goal #4: Increase the awareness of historic preservation benefits through ongoing outreach and educational activities, youth engagement, and other programming activities. Encouraging participation among property owners and stakeholders in the local historic preservation program requires active educational and advocacy efforts on part of the City of Denton and its preservation partners. While many residents and property owners have benefitted from past preservation efforts and have become firm preservation advocates in the community, there is also an ongoing need to engage and inform new stakeholders — developers and investors, new residents, business owners — on how historic preservation serves the economic and social welfare of the community. Involving and engaging local youth and young adults in local preservation activities helps to groom them as the next generation of Denton preservation leaders and advocates. Denton can also be well- served by a strong non-profit preservation advocacy partner that can organize educational and outreach initiatives on a routine basis, as well as advocate for policies and programs that advance the community’s historic preservation goals. Policies for Decision-Makers: Policy 4.1: Support education initiatives that inform, engage new audiences, and tell the stories of Denton’s multi- cultural and generational populations. 58 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 23 Policy 4.2: Use available technologies and other educational tools to increase awareness of Denton’s history and historic architecture. Policy 4.3: Create and enhance partnerships with organizations and entities that maintain a variety of educational and advocacy activities. In addition, the Historic Preservation Plan should function as a work program of preservation action for both the City’s Historic Landmarks Commission, City Departments, and other preservation partners, including the Denton Main Street Program, the Denton County Office of History and Culture and the Denton County Historical Commission, and other related agencies, groups, and organizations. While the City of Denton will take the lead in implementing activities related to design review and district and landmark designation, other preservation partners can play key roles in informing property owners and other stakeholders on available preservation incentives, the advantages of adaptive use and preservation-based economic development, and the many other benefits of historic preservation and neighborhood conservation available to local stakeholders. The Denton community can also use the Historic Preservation Plan to monitor preservation activities, make adjustment to preservation policies over time, and determine other needed preservation actions that achieve the community’s vision for historic preservation. 822 W. Hickory | Cahloun School © The Lakota Group 59 24 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Survey and registration are key elements to a local historic preservation program: it concerns the ongoing identification of significant buildings, sites, and structures worthy of some form of designation and protection, whether it includes listing in the National Register of Historic Places or designation as a Local Landmark or as part of a Local Historic District by the Denton Historic Landmarks Commission. Local designation provides an optimal level of protection for historic resources, mandating reviews for demolition and any exterior alterations. Communities conduct documentation activities principally through field surveys and inventories of neighborhoods, downtowns, and industrial areas, and the preparation of National Register and local landmarks and district nominations. Other types of documentation activities include oral histories, context statement development, and measured and photographic recording of buildings and resources, among others. ISSUE SUMMARY Survey and registration efforts in Denton focused on four specific areas in recent years: the Idiots Hill and Bolivar neighborhoods, the Courthouse Square District, and the old Congress School area. Prior to these surveys, the City sponsored a more comprehensive city-wide survey that inventoried 2,409 properties and identified 323 properties considered “high priority” for preservation. Of these properties, 51 were considered eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Going forward, future survey areas may include the residential neighborhoods to the west of the Idiots Hill neighborhood, north of the Oak-Hickory Local Historic Districts, and in neighborhoods to the south and southwest of Downtown Denton. These neighborhoods represent mainly residential resources developed just before and after World War II, including Minimal Traditional and Ranch types within planned subdivisions. Portions of these neighborhoods may reveal potential National Register and Local Historic Conservation Districts, as well as resources related to the African-American legacy in Denton. In terms of historic and conservation districts, since the City’s adoption of the Historic Preservation Ordinance in 1980, three Local Historic Districts have been created: the Oak-Hickory, West Oak, and the Bell Avenue districts, the latter recently a designated Conservation District. The only National Register Historic District in Denton is the Courthouse-on-the-Square, although there are five other separate National Register designations related to archaeology and other structures within the community. Past surveys have also identified potential National Register-eligible districts and individual properties in portions of the Idiots Hill neighborhood. Going forward, the City’s Historic Landmarks Commission should take a more pro-active approach in nominating and listing districts and properties in the National Register. KEY HISTORIC CONTEXTS Section 3 of this Historic Preservation Plan includes a description of Denton’s major periods of development extending from its early decades of settlement of the 1840s and 1850s to its post-World War II housing boom years. An important element in preservation planning is the identification of priority historic contexts and associated historic buildings, sites, and resources that have yet to be evaluated, or studied for significance. Going forward, the following key historic contexts provide the basis for future survey, documentation, and designation efforts in Denton. POST-WORLD WAR II SUBDIVISION DEVELOPMENT As noted above, the decades after World War II represented a significant growth period for most American communities as returning servicemen, the availability of federally-sponsored financing programs, and the rise of large-scale land subdividers and developers made possible the rapid development of new residential subdivisions on the periphery of older neighborhoods. Although this new type of cultural landscape consists of building resources SURVEY AND REGISTRATION 60 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 25 constructed within recent memory, it continues a trend interrupted by World War II, of the outward extension of cities that started since the turn of the last century with the advent of gasoline-powered automobile and American’s increasing desire to attain the middle-class aspirations of homeownership. This context is evident in the many post-War subdivisions surrounding Downtown Denton and the adjacent older neighborhoods — Idiots Hill and the Southridge subdivisions, for instance. While the Idiots Hill neighborhood has already been surveyed and a future National Register Historic District identified, other Post-War and Mid-Century subdivisions are worth close study and examination through future survey and documentation work. The Southridge subdivision in particular is representative of the large lot Ranch and Styled Ranch property types found in many subdivisions of the time period in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. OTHER PRE- AND POST-WORLD WAR II RESOURCES Denton has a number of other resources related to period before and after World War II including Mid-Century commercial resources in or near the downtown and other neighborhood commercial areas, schools, the FEMA Regional Headquarters Building, the Emily Fowler Central Library, and the remaining hangers at Hartlee Field. The Historic Landmark Commission should document these resources in some fashion and considered for possible landmarking. SEMI-RURAL RESOURCES The outer-edges of Denton including unincorporated areas within the extraterritorial jurisdiction may resources of some significance. A windshield and reconnaissance survey of these areas may identify resources worthy of additional documentation and protection. O’NEIL FORD BUILDINGS Clearly, O’Neil Ford is Denton’s most significant architect of the 20th century, his designs leading the way for a distinctive Texas Modern style of architecture. His Little Chapel-in-the-Woods on the campus of Texas Woman’s University, designed with Arch Swank, is an early, splendid example of the Texas Modern stylistic approach. His other works, the Denton City Hall and Civic Center and the First Christian Church of Denton are other O’Neil Ford buildings worthy of local landmark designation and possible National Register listing. AFRICAN AMERICANS AND OTHER DIVERSE POPULATIONS IN DENTON Quakertown provides a compelling story of the African-American experience in the community, already interpreted to some extent in Quakertown Park with outdoor interpretive displays. In the aftermath of the Quakertown story, the African-American community moved to Solomon Hill and other areas of Denton’s east and south sides. Additional research and survey work for this context would identify key properties, blocks and areas of cultural significance worthy of preservation and protection. The Historic and Cultural Resource of Denton, Texas, 1882-1949, Multiple Property Listing, identifies four original surviving Quakertown homes that may be worthy of local designation and protection. DENTON INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT Few buildings remain in central Denton representing the community’s growth period as a wholesale and industrial center during the latter and early decades of the 19th and 20th centuries; of those that remain, several have been adapted to new uses, such as Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, once a municipal warehouse and now a designated Local Landmark. Remaining buildings provide a tangible link to Denton’s industrial past and warrant further study and inventory to determine what significant properties remain extant. The Morrison Milling Company complex is one such example. 61 26 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Goal #1: Document, inventory, and preserve Denton’s significant historic, cultural, and architectural resources. Policy 1.1 for Decision-Makers: Conduct on-going field surveys and documentation efforts as a basis for designating future historic and conservation districts and individual landmarks. Policy 1.2 for Decision-Makers: Seek a diversity of funding sources for survey and documentation efforts undertaken by the City of Denton. Recommendation #1.1: Survey and inventory Denton’s Post-World War II residential neighborhoods and subdivisions developments. Over the last 20 years, more than 4,000 properties in Denton have been subject to a survey and inventory project, mainly in Downtown Denton, in the surrounding central neighborhoods adjacent to the Downtown, and in portions of the City’s extraterritorial jurisdiction. In recent years, the City sponsored surveys of the Bolivar and Idiots Hill neighborhoods using Certified Local Government grants from the Texas Historical Commission and the National Park Service. Both surveys documented a range of historic resources constructed during the early 20th century, consisting mainly of Craftsman homes and bungalows, as well as various Revival styles, to the Ranch home types of subdivisions built after World War II. The surveys identified three potential National Register Historic Districts in both neighborhoods; the Idiots Hill survey recommended the designation of the Bell Avenue Conservation District as a Local Historic District. Going forward, future survey work should focus on other outlying residential neighborhoods, principally those constructed during the post-World War II period of the 1950s and 1960s with architectural resources mostly similar to those found in Idiots Hill: Ranch types, split-levels, and other housing types built before the onset of World War II. Ideally, the City of Denton should conduct future survey efforts at an intensive level, which allows for a careful, detailed documentation of historic resources, their condition, integrity, and potential architectural and historical significance. Survey areas with less intact architectural fabric, known integrity issues, and neighborhoods with a common building type may be conducted at the reconnaissance level with significant resources subject to more detailed documentation at a later date. Future survey areas include: • Survey Area 1 – Hercules Lane-Windsor Court (Figure 1) This survey area, bounded by Loop 288 on the north, Yorkshire Street and Kings Row on the east, Windsor and Coronado Drives on the south, and North Bell and Redstone Roads on the west, incorporates portions of the Cooper Crossing, Cooper Landing, Heritage Oaks, Sun Valley, and Royal Acres subdivisions built during the 1950s and 60s. This area consists mostly of simple Ranch or Styled Ranch types, in some ways a logical extension of the Ranch housing types found in the neighboring Idiots Hill neighborhood. A reconnaissance-level survey is suggested for this area given the prevalence of this property type. This area may be eligible as a potential conservation district. GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 62 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 27 • Survey Area 2 – Hinkle Drive-Windsor Drive (Figure 2) Located to the northwest of Downtown Denton between Emery Street and Windsor Drive east of Hinkle Drive and north of Amherst Drive, this survey area includes the North University Place and North Lake Park Addition subdivisions, with resources dating from the decades after World War II. Like the Hercules Lane-Windsor Court survey area, building resources include simple L-Shape, Front-Gabled and Side-Gable Styled Ranch forms constructed in brick. A reconnaissance-level survey is suggested for this area given the prevalence of Styled Ranch property types. • Survey Area 3 – West Denton Neighborhoods (Figure 2) Bounded by Bonnie Brae Street on the west, Emery and Cordell Streets on the north, Oak Street on the south, and Carroll Boulevard to the east, the West Denton survey area incorporates several subdivisions constructed between the 1920s and 1960s with Craftsman bungalows predominating on the eastern blocks and simple Ranch homes with Colonial Revival features common to west near Bonnie Brae Drive. The 1994 Historic Resources Survey identified the blocks near the Calhoun Middle School (formerly the Congress Middle School) as eligible for listing as a district in the National Register of Historic Places (a National Register nomination is pending for this area at the time of this Historic Preservation Plan). Beyond this, the larger West Denton neighborhood is suggested for a future Historic Conservation District designation. A second reconnaissance-level survey of this area would re-evaluate existing properties for potential individual local landmarking or for use in the development of any Conservation District design guidelines. • Survey Area 4 – Withers Street-Mingo Road (Figure 3) Located east of Downtown Denton along Mingo Road, Bell Avenue and Withers Street, this survey area consists mainly of early 20th century Craftsman homes and bungalows — some with high integrity — along with contemporary multi-family housing construction. This area should be surveyed and inventoried at an intensive level. • Survey Area 5 – East Denton Neighborhoods (Figure 3) Bounded by Mingo Road on the northwest, Texas and Paisley Streets on the north, Audra land on the east, and McKinney and Sycamore Streets to the south, the East Denton neighborhood survey comprises the College View and several smaller subdivisions. Like the west Denton neighborhoods, architectural resources range from Craftsman bungalows on its eastern blocks to Ranch types in its eastern edges. Given issues with building integrity in this area, mainly exterior material re-siding, altered porches, and window replacements, it is unlikely neighborhood blocks would qualify for National Register district listing, although individual eligible properties may be identified, especially those related to the neighborhood’s African-American community. The neighborhood are suitable candidates for conservation district designations. Any future survey efforts should include oral histories and other forms of documentation to fully capture the neighborhood’s history African-American legacy. • Survey Area 6 – Highland Park Road – Willowwood Street (Figure 4) Located in the southwest quadrant of the City of Denton south of Interstate 35, like the Hercules Lane-Windsor Court and Hinkle Drive-Windsor Drive survey areas described above, this survey area includes Ranch housing types, Split-Levels and Colonial Revivals with built-in garages. Some Ranch examples incorporate Mid-Century and French Colonial stylistic features, including exposed roof beams and pyramidal roof shapes. Older Craftsman, Minimal Traditionals and other pre-World War II housing types are located on scattered sites in the neighborhood. It is unlikely the neighborhood is National Register eligible, but may qualify for conservation district designation. A reconnaissance level may also document individual resources worthy of local landmark designation. • Survey Area 7 – Southridge Subdivision (Figure 5) The Southridge Subdivision, located along Teasley Lane and Lillian Miller Parkway south of Interstate 35, is a distinctive post-World War II subdivision noted for its curvilinear street pattern and intact collection of contemporary and styled Ranch homes along with resources constructed during the last 20 years designed as “millennium mansions” with neo-traditional stylistic features. This area would benefit from a reconnaissance-level survey to determine possible National Register eligibility. Note that the suggested survey boundaries should be reassessed before the survey work starts. 63 28 Denton Historic Preservation Plan E M E R S O N L N H E R C U L E S L N D U N E S S TW E L L I N G T O N D RS T U A R T R DA T L A S D R L A G U N A D R S I E R R A D R H E A T H E R L N I M P E R I A L D RR E D S T O N E R D D I X O N L N S U N V A L L E Y D R M A N T E N B L V D S T R A T F O R D L N P I C K W I C K L N C R U I S E S T O X F O R D L NS K E L T O N S TS H E R A T O N R D Y O R K S H I R E S T P O I N S E T T I A B L V D B E A L L S T S A V A G E D R P I C A D I L L Y L N L O C K S L E Y L N A S P E N D R V I C T O R I A D R A P O L L O D R M A N H A T T A N D RH U I S A C H E S TS H A D O W T R A I L J U N O L N M E A D O W L N S E L E N E D R M O N T E R E Y D R J U P I T E R D R T I T A N T R LS A G E B R U S H D R G R E E N O A K S S TS U N N Y D A L E L N E D I N B U R G L N P E R S H I N G D R O L Y M P I A D R W I N D B R O O K S T V A L L E Y V I E W R D C H I S H O L M T R A I L D R I F T W O O D T R A I L Y E L L O W S T O N E P LP H E A S A N T H O L L O W S T C A M E L O T S T C O M E R S T N E P T U N E D R C O R D O V A C I RC A C T U S C I RC A M B R I D G E L NW I L S O N W O O D D R D E L S O L S T H I L T O N P L M A R I A N N E C I RC A R L S B A D P LK I N G S C TA V O N D R H E R C U L E S L N J U N O L N H E R C U L E S L N H A R T L E E F I E L D R D Figure 1: Future survey area 1 FUTURE SURVEY AREA S1 S1 Legend Survey Area Parcels Streets 64 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 29 H I C K O R Y S T B O L I V A R S T P A N H A N D L E S TM A L O N E S T E G A N S T S C R I P T U R E S T H I G H L A N D S T C O R D E L L S T F U L T O N S TC O I T S TA L I C E S TW E L C H S TA N N A S TE C T O R S TT H O M A S S T M U L B E R R Y S T M A P L E S T E M E R Y S T D E N T O N S T C O N G R E S S S T C R E S C E N T S T H E A D L E E S T H I L L C R E S T S TP N D E R A V E W E S T W A Y S T S E N A S T A M H E R S T D RP A R K S I D E D RG E O R G E T O W N D RF R Y S TI O OF S T B R O A D W A Y S T S U N S E T S T S T A N L E Y S TA V E G A V E H S T E L L A S T N O R T H R I D G E S T L I N D E N D R G O B E R S T P A R K W A Y S TN O R T H L A K E T R L A U B U R N D R A M A R I L L O S TM E S Q U I T E S T G R E G G S TJ A G O E S TB O W L I N G G R E E N S TC E D A R S T C R O W S T C O R N E L L L N H O U S T O N P L B R Y A N S TF O R D H A M L NA I L E E N S T T U L A N E D R M O U N T S A V E L O U I S E S T N O R M A L S TN O R T H W A Y T H I R D S T C A R L T O N S T M A R I E T T A S T W E S T W A R D S T G A Y D R G R E E N B R I A R S T W E S T C H E S T E R S T L O V E L L S T P E A R L S TB E L L E M E A D D RC L E V E L A N D S T B E L H A V E N S TV A N D E R B I L T C T L O W E R Y W O O D S L N O L D B O N N I E B R A E S T C R E S C E N T S T L I N D E N D R B E R N A R D S TF A LL M E A D O W S TA V E B C R E S C E N T S T A N N A S T F I R S T S T E M E R Y S T B R Y A N S TA I L E E N S TR I N E Y R D C H E S T N U T S T M U L B E R R Y S TB R A D L E Y S T Figure 2: Future survey areas 2-3 FUTURE SURVEY AREAS S2 - S3 S2 S3 Legend Survey Area Parcels Streets 65 30 Denton Historic Preservation Plan A U D R A L N P A I S L E Y S T W U N I V E R S I T Y D R M I N G O R D T E X A S S T S C H M I T Z A V E F A R M S TN B E L L A V E E C O L L E G E S T N B R A D S H A W S TN C R A W F O R D S TN W O O D S TJ A N N I E S TH E T L E S TC A M P B E L L L N E M C K I N N E Y S TF R A M E S TW O O D R O W L N W I L S O N S T D U NC A N S TR U D D E L L S T T E X A S S T W I T H E R S S T B E L L P L D A V I S S T N E W T O N S TI N D U S T R I A L S TB U S H E Y S TE X P O S I T I O N S TB R A D S H A W S T P R A I R I E S T O A K S T O A K S T P R A I R I E S T R U D D E L L S TR O S E S TB R A D S H A W S TR U D D E L L S TC R A W F O R D S TA U S T I N S TW O O D S T P R A I R I E S T R U D D E L L S T Figure 3: Future survey areas 4-5 FUTURE SURVEY AREAS S4 - S5 S4 S5 Legend Survey Area Parcels Streets 66 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 31 H I G H L A N D S T J A M E S S T W I L L O W W O O D S T M C C O R M I C K S T C O L L I N S S T B E R N A R D S TA V E C W I S T E R I A S TI O O F S T F A N N I N S TA V E G A V E H K E N D O L P H D R S T E L L A S T P A R V I N S T A C M E S T M E R C E D E S R DK N I G H T S TW E S T W O O D D R L I N D S E Y S T D U D L E Y S TJ A C Q U E L I N E D RL E S L I E S T L A U R E L S T A Z A L E A S TC O L L I E R S TH I G H L A N D P A R K R D L O U I S E S T J A S M I N E S TC A M E L L I A S TA V E A D A N I E L S T S O L A R W A Y M A R G I E S T N O R M A N S T G R E E N L E E S T M I C H I A L S T U N D E R W O O D S T W I L S H I R E S T O A K W O O D D RG O L F C T W E S T R I D G E S T L I N D S E Y S T P R A I R I E S T K E N D O L P H D RA V E C L E S L I E S TL O C U S T S T G R E E N L E E S T M A S S E Y S TC L E V E L A N D S T C H E S T N U T S T M U L B E R R Y S T C O R B I N R D Figure 4: Future survey area 6 FUTURE SURVEY AREA S6 S6 Legend Survey Area Parcels Streets 67 32 Denton Historic Preservation Plan P E N N S Y L V A N I A D R S O U T H R I D G E D R . E L P A S E O S T L Y N H U R S T L N C A R M E L S TD U N C A N S TW O O D B R O O K S T L O O N L A K E R D C L U B H O U S E D R L O N D O N D E R R Y L N S A N T A M O N I C A D RS T O N E G A T E D R A B B O T ' S L NP E M B R O O K E P L C H A P E L D R R A N C H M A N B L V D S K Y L A R K D R H O L L Y H I L L L NL O N G R I D G E D R S E V I L L E R D S A N D P I P E R D RF A I R F A X R DP A I N T D R R I D G E C R E S T C I R S A V A N N A H T R A I L B I S S O N E T D R A R A B I A N A V E W E S L A Y A N D R S A N G A B R I E L D R B E N T O A K S D R P I O N E E R D R G A T E W O O D D R G R E A T B E A R L N V A L E N C I A L N H O L L O W R I D G E D RH O P E S TC R O S S T R E E S DRP I P I N G R O C K L N S H I L O H R D S K Y S A I L L N N A T C H E Z T R A C E C O N C O R D L ND U N L A V Y R D C H A M P L A I N L N B I G H O R N T R LI N D I A N R I D G E D RW E S T M I N S T E R S T S O U T H R I D G E D RL A F A Y E T T E D RP E N N S Y L V A N I A D RS T O N E G A T E C I R O A K H U R S T S T L E I S U R E L N C R A T E R L A K E L NF A I R F A X T R A I L C H A S E W O O D L N L A M P R E Y C I RJ E F F E R S O N T R A I L S M O K E R I S E C I R L E X I N G T O N L N T E A S L E Y L N W I N D R I V E R L N Figure 5: Future survey area 7 FUTURE SURVEY AREA S7 S7 Legend Survey Area Parcels Streets 68 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 33 Recommendation #1.2: Update the inventory of documented historic resources located on the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University campuses. The Historic and Cultural Resource of Denton, Texas, 1882-1949, Multiple Property Listing recognizes the profound influence both Texas Woman’s University and the University of North Texas had on early 20th century residential development in central Denton. This was largely a result of increased student enrollments on both campuses leading to the construction of new educational buildings and facilities, several designed in distinctive iterations of the Gothic and Georgian Revival and early Modern styles. The collection of such architecturally distinctive buildings creates a unique landscape of each university’s development and evolution in Denton. The 1996 Survey already identified and inventoried historic buildings on both campuses. Given the passage of time, an intensive property survey update and a complete context statement would help to provide a broader understanding and public awareness of the significant university historic buildings and facilities. Recommendation #1.3: Conduct a reconnaissance level survey of Denton’s extraterritorial jurisdiction and undeveloped areas within Denton’s corporate boundaries. In communities across the country that exercise extraterritorial jurisdiction, historic resource surveys are helpful in identifying significant historic properties and sites worthy of future preservation considerations. The City, in collaboration with the Denton County Office of History and Culture, should undertake a reconnaissance-level historic resources survey and inventory of the extraterritorial jurisdiction to determine potential significant resources that may be subject to future preservation measures by the County over the short term and by the City in any future annexation scenarios. Additional windshield surveys of Denton’s undeveloped areas may also yield resources worthy of additional investigation. Recommendation #1.4: Secure additional CLG grants and other sources of funding for additional survey and documentation work. As has been customary practice in recent years, the City of Denton should continue to secure CLG grants from the Texas Historical Commission to undertake and complete future survey and documentation efforts. Where needed and desired, the City and the Historical Landmark Commission could partner and collaborate with the Denton County Office of History and Culture, the local universities, and other entities to underwrite and participate in future survey and documentation efforts. 69 34 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Policy 1.3 for Decision-Makers: Prioritize and designate eligible buildings and areas for potential landmarks and historic districts, especially for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Recommendation #1.5: Pursue National Register of Historic Places listing for eligible neighborhoods and existing Local Historic Districts. Denton’s three existing Local Historic Districts ― the Oak-Hickory, the West Oak Area, and the Bell Avenue districts ― are likely eligible for listing as National Register Historic Districts given their high level of resource integrity. The City should pursue National Register nominations for these areas as high priorities. In addition, previous surveys, including the 1994 Historic Resources, and the Bolivar and Idiots Hill surveys, conducted in 2012 and 2015 respectively, identified three other neighborhoods as potentially National Register eligible, including: • Congress School National Register Historic District in west Denton north of the existing Oak-Hickory Local Historic District. • Idiots Hill National Register Historic District bounded by Sherman Drive on the west, Windsor, and Emerson Lanes on the south, and Greenwood and University Drives to the south. • Portion of the Bolivar neighborhood bounded by University Drive on the north and Parkway Street on the south. • Oak-Hickory Local Historic District bounded by Welch Street on the west, Hickory Street on the south, Gregg and Haynes Street to the north and Denton Street on the west. The Congress School National Register Historic District (Calhoun Street as nominated) is nominated to the National Register of Historic Places pending decision by the Texas Historical Commission and the State Board of Review in September 2019. The City and the Historic Landmark Commission should consult with the Texas Historical Commission on possible eligibility of the Oak-Hickory District to the National Register. Recommendation #1.6: Explore potential boundary expansion of the Oak-Hickory Local Historic District south of Hickory Street. The Oak-Hickory Local Historic District currently consists of 70 residential buildings constructed between late 19th century to the decades before World War II, representing various styles and property types from Queen Anne to Craftsmen bungalows. Given similarities of property types and building styles, the City and the Historic Landmark Commission should examine a possible boundary expansion of the Oak-Hickory Local Historic District to include the properties of the south side of Hickory Street between Welch and Denton’s. These properties contain sufficient integrity to warrant inclusion. 70 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 35 J A M E S T O W N L NG L E N W O O D L NC R E S T W O O D P L W I L L I A M S B U R G R O W M I S T Y W O O D L N G R E E N W O O D D R L I N E W O O D D R C L O V E R L N E S H E R M A N D R E W I N D S O R D R A U D R A L N P A I S L E Y S TS T U A R T R DW E L L I N G T O N D R K I N G S R O W E U N I V E R S I T Y D R H E R C U L E S L N N B E L L A V E R O B E R T S S T E M E R S O N L N R U D D E L L S T T E X A S S T L O C K S L E Y L NW I L S O N W O O D D RR O S E S TR U D D E L L S T Figure 6: Future national register districts 1 - 2 FUTURE NATIONAL REGISTER DISTRICTS N1 - N2 N1 N2 Legend National Register District Parcels Streets 71 36 Denton Historic Preservation Plan W H I C K O R Y S T W O A K S T C A R O L L B L V D 3 5 E B E R N A R D S TS W E L C H S TB O L I V A R S T P A N H A N D L E S TM A L O N E S T E G A N S T H I G H L A N D S T F U L T O N S TC O I T S TA N N A S T E M E R Y S T D E N T O N S T C O N G R E S S S T S E N A S T F R Y S T B R O A D W A Y S T S U N S E T S T A V E G A M A R I L L O S T W O A K S TJ A G O E S T L I N D S E Y S T H O U S T O N P L R O B E R T S O N S TB R Y A N S TM O U N T S A V EN O R M A L S TM A R I E T T A S TI N D U S T R I A L S T P E A R L S TO L D B O N N I E B R A E S T L I N D S E Y S T A N N A S TC O O K S TA U S T I N S TB R A D L E Y S T Figure 7: Future national register districts 3 - 4 - 5 FUTURE NATIONAL REGISTER DISTRICTS N3 - N4 FUTURE EXPANSION DISTRICT E1 E1 N4 N3 Legend National Register District Parcels Expansion to local District National Register District (in progress) Streets 72 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 37 Recommendation #1.7: Conduct research and determine eligibility of additional Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks in Denton. Administered by the Texas Historical Commission, Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHL) are buildings, sites, and structures significant to the history of Texas. Currently, there are 14 Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks in Denton. The City should consider pursuing additional RTHL designations for properties that likely meet the eligibility criteria, including buildings associated with noted architect O’Neil Ford. These properties include: • Denton Woman’s Club, 610 Oakland Street (1928) – architect Wiley G. Clarkson • Denton County National Bank, 100 North Locust (1913) • Old Denton Post Office, 218 North Locust (1919) • Scripture Building, 123 North Elm (1881-82) • Denton Municipal Building and Civic Center (1966-1967) – O’Neil Ford • Gertrude Gibson House, 1819 N. Bell (1928) – O’Neil Ford • First Christian Church, 1203 N. Fulton (1959) – O’Neil Ford Designation as a RTHL does provide a property a level of protection and design review; however, the RTHL listing requires owner consent. Recommendation #1.8: Prepare an annual study list of potential landmarks and districts. Annually, the Historic Landmark Commission should prepare and update a study list of potential Local Landmark and District designations — the list primarily comprised of properties and other historic resources that may meet the eligibility requirements for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or the City of Denton designation criteria. Completed survey and other documentation efforts identify potential eligible buildings and districts. The Historic Landmark Commission should form a Landmarks and Districts subcommittee to review survey findings and prepare the study list for yearly designation activities. Policy 1.4 for Decision-Makers: Make survey information and reports, resource documentation, and other data widely accessible to the Denton public. Recommendations #1.9: Create a historic resource inventory information digital database. In recent years, many municipal historic preservation programs have turned to web-based historic and cultural resource management systems to provide greater public access to survey data and property information. Such systems include interactive digital maps to aid in locating specific properties or districts and individual property survey forms that can be updated on an ongoing basis as the City and the Historic Landmark Commission undertake future survey and documentation projects. Web-based cultural resource management technologies can also be used with iPads, iPhones, and other tablets and electronic technologies to document historic properties in the field by electronically transmitting photos and building documentation to the online survey database. Well-known web- based inventory platforms include RuskinArc; Arches, developed by the Getty Conservation Institute and used recently in the Survey Los Angeles project; SiteVista; and, Landgrid, developed by Loveland Technologies and used in a comprehensive survey effort of Detroit. Several historic property inventory platforms, such as Arches, are open- sourced while others, including RuskinArc, require a yearly fee to maintain survey data on their servers. 73 38 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Recommendation #1.10: Compile and publish survey report publications and brochures. In addition to an online survey database, the Historic Landmark Commission should make paper publications of existing and future survey reports more widely available in the Denton Public Library, the local university libraries, the Senior Center, Denton City Hall, and other locations that enhance public accessibility to survey information. Recommendation #1.11: Include community engagement activities in survey and documentation projects. Survey and documentation initiatives should always integrate community engagement activities — community meetings and social media postings, for instance — to inform local property owners and residents regarding the purpose of the survey and its findings. Survey projects are key opportunities to inform stakeholders on their local neighborhood history, predominant architectural styles and building types, why some properties are more significant than others, and how the survey information will be used in future community planning purposes. Policy 1.5 for Decision-Makers: Ensure future documentation efforts are inclusive of all histories and peoples in Denton. Recommendation #1.12: Complete in-depth historic context research of Denton’s African American community and neighborhoods. Previous National Register nominations and community histories provide key background information on Quakertown’s development and dissolution with the construction of Quakertown Park. However, there is still much to learn and document Quakertown’s history and the people who lived in the neighborhood and played significant roles in Denton’s cultural, commercial, and civic life. Just as important is to understand what happened to the African American community in the aftermath of Quakertown and to what extent there are remaining historic and cultural resources associated with the displaced Quakertown community. A more in-depth Quakertown context statement could help furnish that more complete understanding, exploring themes such as Quakertown’s first settlement and neighborhood-building, what industries the community worked in, the community’s religious and cultural life, and how the Quakertown diaspora rebuilt their community in Denton after the park’s construction. Previous research and oral histories already exist to illuminate the Quakertown story; therefore, much of the context work would focus on developing a detailed narrative that may lead to future Local Landmark designations, new oral histories, exhibits, potential festivals and events, and new interpretive and education initiatives. The context statement should be prepared in advance of any survey of African-American-associated neighborhoods. Recommendation #1.13: Conduct context research for Denton’s Mid-Century neighborhoods Given the number of post-World War II neighborhoods suggested for future survey work, new context research would help identify key landowners, subdividers, and developers, and help provide an understanding of the potential significance of these neighborhoods. Context research would also assist in evaluating significance prior to the on-site field work. 74 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 39 Facilitating investment in historic properties — as a means for promoting job creation, enhanced property values, and stable and vibrant neighborhoods and commercial districts — should always be a focus of any effective community preservation program. This element of the preservation program recommends initiatives that support increased activity in building rehabilitation and reuse, and preservation-based economic development. Existing incentive programs are described in Section 5: City Planning and Program Administration. ISSUE SUMMARY Denton has had considerable success with preservation-based economic development efforts, especially with its Main Street revitalization program, which has been in operation since 1989. In 1999, the program was recognized with a Great American Main Street Award from the National Main Street Center for its outstanding track record in facilitating storefront and building improvements, new business start-ups, and in producing new events and downtown marketing activities. While the Downtown remains vibrant and continues to implement initiatives at enhancing the downtown physical realm and business environment, work is required to ensure quality infill development and adaptive use projects for some of downtown’s key properties. In the residential neighborhoods, Local Historic District designations have helped enhance property values and maintain their overall quality design environment. Managing preservation and development design in other older and historic neighborhoods that may not ordinarily qualify for National Register or Local Historic District designation is a key concern expressed by many Denton stakeholders. CONSERVATION DISTRICTS Like many Texas communities with municipal historic preservation programs, Denton allows for the establishment of conservation districts as a tool for maintaining the building fabric of existing neighborhoods that might not ordinarily qualify as National Register or Local Historic Districts. It is also an effective tool for managing and accommodating growth in neighborhoods or areas where residents and local stakeholders desire to maintain a sense of neighborhood character, scale, and integrity. This is especially the case in college communities where the conversion of the historic housing stock into student housing often impacts a neighborhood’s design character, often through porch enclosures and poorly-designed and over-scaled additions. However, conservation districts also serve as a revitalization tool where capital improvements and rehabilitation incentives can help stabilize and facilitate private-sector in property maintenance and rehabilitation. Future surveying activities and neighborhood- level planning initiatives should identify future Conservation Districts. Conservation district implementation could also be paired with neighborhood planning efforts, as has been addressed in the Oak Gateway Area Plan. DOWNTOWN INCENTIVES The City of Denton offers two historic preservation incentives for downtown business and property owners. The City’s Economic Development Office and Main Street Program administer the downtown incentive programs. These incentives include: • Downtown Reinvestment Grant. The Downtown Reinvestment Grant awards up to $25,000, on a reimbursement basis, for building improvement expenditures, not to exceed 50 percent of the total project costs. Eligible expenses include façade improvements, such as architectural work, awnings and signs, foundation, and roof repairs and for interior improvements. The broad eligibility of projects makes the grant flexible in its use. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 75 40 Denton Historic Preservation Plan • Signage, Paint, and Façade Improvement Grant. The Signage, Paint, and Façade Improvement Grant is a smaller cash award of up to $500 offered for signage and cosmetic improvements to the building façade only. The grant is awarded on a reimbursement basis and may not exceed 50 percent of the project cost. The signage and paint grant program has been used infrequently in recent years, with only a few grants awarded annually. The application is a simple one-page form, but the low award amount is not motivating for most property owners except for the smallest of projects. The Downtown Reinvestment Grant, on the other hand, sees wider use with four or five grants awarded in typical years. Four grants totaling $45,000 were awarded in fiscal 2019 for a total project value of $930,000. The largest number of grants awarded in the last ten years was in fiscal year 2014 when ten grants were approved. The grants in 2014 had a total value of $139,900 and leveraged a total project value of $6.7 million. While the maximum award is $25,000, the average grant is $10,000. The Economic Development Office has documented an overall leverage rate of $30.00 for every $1.00 awarded through a Downtown Reinvestment Grant. The grants have become a critical tool to motivate preservation-sensitive rehabilitation projects downtown. Both the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Credit and the Texas State Historic Preservation Tax Credit programs are available for commercial buildings listed in the National Register, but no rehabilitation projects in downtown Denton have accessed the tax credits in the last ten years with the exception of the current Fine Arts Theatre project in Downtown Denton. The Federal and State Tax Credit programs provide 20 percent and 25 percent credits, respectively, on eligible rehabilitation costs and can both be used in rehabilitation projects. RESIDENTIAL INCENTIVES The City of Denton offers a property tax exemption on building improvement expenditures to designated historic landmarks citywide. Eligibility of any property is determined by listing as a local historic landmark. The City’s Historic Preservation Office and Historic Landmark Commission administers the exemption program applying to projects over $10,000 in expenditures. The owner may receive a tax abatement on the value of the improvement for a period of 10 years. The City’s Historic Preservation Officer may provide administrative approval of an exemption for ordinary maintenance or minor alterations. More substantial projects require a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Landmark Commission, granted after a public hearing process. The program encourages the maintenance and rehabilitation of historic properties by exempting approved improvements from ad valorem tax. While the tax exemption is available to both commercial and residential properties, the program’s experience has been that most applicants are homeowners. Of the 30 exemptions granted since 2010, 25 of the exemptions were residential properties and five were commercial. The program is not accessed frequently by local property owners, with two or three projects approved in each of the last three fiscal years. Significant use of the incentive of the exemption since 2009 (when an updated ordinance was adopted and the exemption period reduced from 15 years to 10 years) occurred in 2010, when 13 projects were approved. There are two primary barriers to broader use of the tax exemption: First is the need to apply for local landmark designation prior to receiving the exemption, which requires a certification and verification process. Second is the program’s low visibility to the public. For example, beyond the text of the ordinance itself, the City provides little public information on the program on its website. 76 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 41 HISTORIC DISTRICTS AND PROPERTY VALUES Generally, historic preservation and Local Historic District designations have had a positive impact on local property values in communities across the country. Based on public data of home values from the Denton Central Appraising District, homes in designated districts appreciated at a slightly faster rate than residences in the rest of Denton over the last 13 years. Homes in the Oak Hickory Local Historic District had the highest average values across Denton. The three designated districts account for 160 homes, or 0.5 percent of the approximately 35,000 recorded residential properties in the City of Denton. Homes in the Oak-Hickory Local Historic District, a compact and walkable neighborhood, had the highest average values across Denton, regardless of home size or lot size. DISTRICT Homes in Bell Ave Historic District Homes in West Oak Area Historic District Homes in Oak Hickory Historic District Total Homes 25 76 58 159 NO. OF HOMES Table 1: Home Values in Designated Districts © The Lakota Group 77 42 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Many communities are challenged to offer meaningful incentives for historic preservation, and Denton provides a set of tools that facilitate private investment. Data illustrates that incentive investments in preservation projects yield many benefits that are directly measurable. For example, Downtown Reinvestment Grant data illustrates the private investment leveraged. The tangible impacts of the tax exemption are harder to quantify but no less meaningful, as maintenance projects incentivized by the tax exemption might otherwise have been deferred or not undertaken. DENTON MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION AND DOWNTOWN REINVESTMENT The Denton Main Street Program, is a 501 (c) 6 non-profit organization that works in cooperation with the City of Denton’s Economic Development Department to implement the Main Street Approach to traditional commercial districts revitalization, as created by the National Trust for Historic Preservation during the late 1970s. Main Street Denton manages various initiatives related to promotions and marketing, business development, and building rehabilitations and design incentives. All Downtown promotion events are funded by sponsorships and memberships in the DMSA from the private sector. The Denton Main Street Association Board of Directors represent a cross- section of key Downtown stakeholders. The Denton Main Street Association, established in 1989, is one of the early participants in the Texas Main Street Program and one of the first urban programs in the country. Denton Main Street’s preservation-based revitalization work has been instrumental in creating today’s vibrant downtown Denton, built around its historic Courthouse Square and its core of existing historic commercial buildings. In addition to its extensive marketing and promotion programs and free architectural services, Denton Main Street tracks overall investments in downtown buildings and infrastructure and reports economic development data to the Texas Main Street Program. Since 1990, Denton Main Street has recorded the following cumulative investments: AVERAGE ANNUAL INCREASE IN HOME VALUES, 2010-2018 Citywide West Oak Area Historic District Oak Hickory Historic District Bell Ave Conservation District 5% 7% 7% 6% Table 2: Average Annual Change in Home Values CATEGORY Building rehabilitations Properties Sold New Construction Public-Private Partnerships Public Improvements Total Investment $44,536,000 $35,894,000 $39,534,000 $2,957,000 $16,900,000 $139,821,000 VALUE Table 3: Denton Main Street Cumulative Investments 78 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 43 Courthouse Square © Stephen A Master HERITAGE TOURISM Denton has several attractions that serve as key heritage tourism assets. Although Denton’s tourism industry stems mainly from its historic Courthouse Square, it is recognized that Denton’s heritage assets have the potential to provide a greater tourism draw if specific heritage sites are enhanced and marketed together more effectively. Heritage tourism assets include: • Downtown Denton – Courthouse Square. The historic Courthouse Square revolves around the former courthouse, which houses the museum and county offices. The central business district surrounding the courthouse holds events and concerts, which draws people to the downtown. • Denton County Courthouse Museum. The Denton County Courthouse building was constructed in the Romanesque Revival style in 1896 and designed by architect W. C. Dodson. The museum is operated by the Denton County Office of History and Culture and the building dominates the downtown square in terms of size and architecture. • Architect O’Neil Ford. The architect spent many years in Denton, and has designed numerous homes, churches, and institutional buildings in Denton and throughout Texas that capture his unique Texas Modern style of architecture. • Denton County Historical Park. The two-acre park site, located at 317 W. Mulberry Street just south of the Downtown Square, is a collection of five historic properties moved to the site to preserve them from demolition. The 1898 Bayless-Selby House was first moved to the site in 2001 and has since been restored and turned into a house museum. Another historic house has been converted into the Denton County African American Museum. Other homes are being restored for future public access. • Texas Woman’s University. Texas Women’s University, which was founded in 1901, includes a number if heritage sites including architect O’Neil Ford’s modern architectural masterpiece Little Chapel-in-the-Woods (1939), the 15- foot tall white marble Pioneer Woman statue (1938) by sculptor Leo Friedlander, as well as a number of Classical Revival and Georgian Revival academic buildings dating from the 1920s through the 1940s. 79 44 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Goal #2: Promote the preservation and adaptive use of historic resources as integral elements to vibrant commercial districts and residential neighborhoods. Policy 2.1 for Decision-Makers: Continue ongoing support for Main Street revitalization efforts and other preservation-based economic development initiatives as a means to preserve, adapt, and reuse Denton’s historic resources. Recommendation #2.1: Broaden the tax-exemption eligibility criteria for improvements to historic buildings. The current property tax exemption on building improvements is currently available to all individually-designated local landmarks, citywide. If a property is in a historic district, the owner must still apply for landmark designation to receive the exemption. Applying for designation creates a barrier to participation in the program. It is recommended the program criteria be broadened to permit participation of “contributing” buildings in a historic district – buildings not individually designated, but that form the collective basis for the district’s designation. There is a precedent for this approach: When a district is listed on the National Register (an honorary listing that makes commercial properties eligible for Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credits), all buildings in the district that “contribute” to the historic character are treated as if they were individually listed. It is more efficient than having to prepare a nomination for each building, and it recognizes that the historic buildings within the district add character to the whole. The City of Denton should consider further study and evaluation for a change in eligibility criteria. Recommendation #2.2: Increase the size of the downtown signage, paint, and façade improvement grant program. The sign-and-paint grant was intended to stimulate modest storefront improvements downtown. It offers a maximum grant of $500, if matched by an investment of at least $500 by the owner. The grant maximum has remained unchanged since the 1990s. As construction costs have risen, $500 is no longer seen as motivating property and business owners. Raising the maximum award to $2,500 while maintaining the 50-50 match requirement may provide more incentive for downtown business owners to invest in new façade and signage improvements. This may require increasing the grant’s budget allocation. A fewer high-quality $5,000 façade projects will have a larger impact than a smattering of smaller projects. Recommendation #2.3: Offer design assistance to commercial properties considering façade improvements. To increase the value of the signage and façade improvement grant program, the Development Services Office could establish a contract with a local architecture firm to provide design concepts as part of façade improvement grant awards. This service would increase the value of the modest grants and would leverage the incentive to generate higher-quality projects. GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 80 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 45 Recommendation #2.4: Offer technical feasibility analyses for historic downtown commercial buildings. For owners considering a larger building rehabilitation or applying for the Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit program, the City could offer conceptual pro-forma analyses, through a consultant, to test potential reuse concepts. These initial feasibility assessments can help building owners consider creative development schemes or, even, new ways to use storefront spaces as overall demand for traditional retail space declines. The City should target this service to the larger historic downtown commercial buildings where tax credits would be more feasible to use as part of development financing. Recommendation #2.5: Offer design assistance to residential properties applying for the building improvement tax exemption. For larger home improvement projects or building changes, owners applying for the tax exemption must apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Landmark Commission. For owners not using their own architect, the City could offer design concept services to homeowners in designated historic districts planning a rehabilitation project. This will both improve the likelihood that the change will be approved and result in better design outcomes. Recommendation #2.6: Offer permitting fees and sales tax waivers to eligible preservation projects in the Downtown Denton area. For rehabilitations and building improvements requiring a Certificate of Appropriateness by the Historic Landmark Commission, the City could offer a waiver of permitting fees to incentivize adaptive use projects in Downtown or to encourage smaller-scaled rehabilitation and maintenance projects in the residential historic districts. A few cities also offer a waiver of city sales taxes on construction materials used for qualifying preservation projects. In Boulder, Colorado, for example, at least 30 percent of the materials must be used for exterior renovations. In Denton, the waiver would amount to a modest 1.5 percent, but could be granted automatically to projects awarded a Certificate of Appropriateness. In the Downtown, the waiver could be provided through an adaptive use overlay that may also relax other zoning and parking requirements to facilitate rehabilitation and adaptive use of key historic buildings. In other cities, a municipality may require a building owner, investor, or developer to seek historic preservation tax credits first before any waivers ager granted. Recommendation #2.7: Consider preservation easement donations as an incentive tool. An easement donation can be used to secure the preservation of a residential or commercial building façade. The easement is a legal agreement that donates the appraised value of the gift (the façade) to a nonprofit organization that serves as the steward. The donor is entitled to a one-time charitable deduction on their federal income tax. To be eligible for the tax deduction, the building must be individually listed in the National Register or be a contributing structure in a designated National Register Historic District. Recommendation #2.8: Explore the feasibility of establishing a home-repair loan fund or bank partnership. A loan program can help qualified owners of historic homes complete needed repairs. The property serves as collateral and the municipality may underwrite the loan directly, or it may partner with a bank and buy down the interest rate. As examples, the City of Boston underwrites and funds loans directly to homeowners; the City of Philadelphia administers its “Restore, Repair, Renew Program” in partnership with local lenders. Both of these programs are income-qualified. 81 46 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Policy 2.2 for Decision-Makers: Support the creation of additional Historic Conservation Districts and other tools and programs that maintain the livability and vitality of Denton’s historic neighborhoods and commercial areas. Recommendation #2.9: Designate new Historic Conservation Districts in portions of the Idiots Hill and Bolivar neighborhoods. Past architectural and historical surveys identified the Idiots Hill and Bolivar neighborhoods as potential National Register districts, including five separate districts within Idiots Hill. However, given field observations conducted as part of this preservation planning assignment, the far northeastern subdivisions in Idiots Hill exhibit a higher level of integrity than the blocks to the southwest along Locust Street and University Drive. Therefore, the Historic Landmark Commission should consider, with consultation from the Texas Historical Commission, one cohesive Idiots Hill National Register Historic District. The remaining blocks could be designated as one Historic Conservation District. As with Idiots Hill, the 2012 Bolivar Historic Resources Survey recommended the listing of the entire survey area as one potential National Register Historic District; however, given integrity concerns and the higher number of non- contributing properties along the blocks east of Elm Street, portions of the neighborhood may be more suitable as a Historic Conservation District. Recommendations #2.10: Designate additional Historic Conservation Districts in West Denton and in neighborhoods to south of the Downtown. The Oak Gateway Area Plan identified a Historic Conservation District designation for portions of the West Denton neighborhoods adjacent and near the Oak-Hickory and West Oak Local Historic Districts (see Figure 8). The neighborhood blocks in this area contain a range of historic building resources in varying states of integrity and use with the relationship between old buildings and new development a priority concern among local residents. In addition to the Oak Gateway area, the residential blocks south of Denton along Prairie and Sycamore Streets contain a predominant number of Craftsman homes in varying states of condition and integrity. A Historic Conservation District in this area would help to maintain the housing stock within walking distance of the downtown commercial district. Recommendation #2.11: Consider designation of the Hickory and Oakland Street commercial area as a Historic Conservation District. (Figure 8) The Hickory and Oakland Street commercial area directly to the west of Downtown Denton contains mostly one- part commercial-industrial buildings that have largely been converted to retail and dining and entertainment uses. While the area’s buildings have bene sensitively rehabilitated and reused over the years, some alterations to existing buildings may preclude the district from being eligible to the National Register. It may, however, qualify as a Historic Conservation District. It still would be worthwhile for the City and the Historic Landmark Commission to consult with the Texas Historical Commission on potential National Register eligibility for the area. Recommendation #2.12: Develop illustrated design guidelines for Historic Conservation Districts In special cases where a Historic Conservation District may contain distinctive property types, such as a Styled Ranch, or critical infill development design needs, an illustrated set of design guidelines for use in City and Historical Landmark Commission design review processes is key. By nature, conservation district design guidelines should be simple and straightforward in addressing design issues present in conservation districts. However, photos, line drawings and other images will help to accurately convey design goals and principles in conservation neighborhoods. It should be noted that pending passage and adoption of Texas House Bill #2439 would limit local municipalities in the regulation of building materials. 82 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 47 G R E E N W O O D D RE S H E R MA N D R W U N I V E R S I T Y D R M I N G O R DN B E L L A V E E M C K I N N E Y S TF R A M E S T R O B E R T S S T C H E R R Y W O O D L NN O R T H W O O DS A U L S L NP A L M E R D RF O W L E R D RN L O C U S T S T F O R E S T S T W O O D L A N D S T N B EL L A V EC R E S T W O O D P LR O B I N W O O D L NG L E N W O O D L N 3 R D S T S A W Y E R A V E C O N G R E S S S T 1 S T S T 2 N D S T W C O L L E G E S T N E L M S TN L O C U S T S T E O A K S T E H I C K O R Y S T E M U L B E R R Y S T W S Y C A M O R E S T B E R N A R D S TC A R O L L B L V DP I E R C E S T W H I G H L A N D S T S T R O U D S TB O L I V A R S T E M E R S O N L N E G A N S TA N N A S T C O N G R E S S S T C R E S C E N T S T H E A D L E E S T W E S T W A Y S T R U D D E L L S TI O O F S T S U N S E T S TM E S Q U I T E S TI N D U S T R I A L S T G R E E N L E E S T R U D D E L L S T Figure 8: Future conservation districts FUTURE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS C1 - C2 - C3 - C4 C5 N1 N2 Legend Conservation District Parcels Streets C1C2 C3 C4C5 83 48 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Recommendation #2.13: Target Community Development Block Grant, capital improvement, and other housing program funds to Conservation District reinvestment activities. The City of Denton has longed used its allocation of Federal Community Development Block Grant and other housing funds for housing rehabilitation activities. Consideration could be given to targeting a defined level of CDBG and housing funding in neighborhood conservation districts for design-appropriate rehabilitation and infill development opportunities that also meet programmatic objectives related to meeting local affordable housing needs. Recommendation #2.14: Maintain an inventory of vacant or deteriorating historic properties. The Historic Landmark Commission should create and maintain a list of vacant and deteriorating properties in the historic and conservation districts to determine and implement potential code enforcement and other intervention strategies. Policy 2.3 for Decision-Makers: Encourage activities and initiatives that increase visitorship and visibility to Denton’s heritage assets and historic districts. Recommendation #2.15: Develop specific Courthouse Square viewshed protection provisions within the Unified Development Code. Denton’s Unified Development Code permits exceptions to height standards in Mixed-Use Districts, including the Downtown Denton historic core only with a specific use permit and a viewshed study that determines whether any views to the Denton County Courthouse may be blocked by the additional height. However, this existing zoning requirement does not specifies measuring points and boundary areas of a protected viewshed area. Ideally, the City should incorporate additional viewshed protection provisions within the Development Code that accurately defines a buildable zone envelop around the Courthouse Square with a defined origination point for that zone plane ― perhaps the front ground floor entrances of the Courthouse building. Horizontal and vertical angles emanating from these points will define the envelope in which height may restricted and reviewed. In addition, new construction beyond or outside of this envelope that protrudes into the viewshed or protected area and obstructs the view of the Denton County Courthouse shall be subject to review by the City staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission. Recommendation #2.16: Create a more comprehensive interpretive and wayfinding signage plan for Denton’s heritage sites. Existing stands and plaques in Quakertown Park and along Kerley Street in southeast Denton interpreting the African-American experience neighborhoods is a model interpretive effort that could be extended to other heritage sites and places in Denton, perhaps integrating wayfinding signage as part of the overall interpretive program. The City and the Historic Landmark Commission should develop the expanded interpretive program in collaboration with the Denton County Office of History and Culture and other partners. Recommendation #2.17: Market heritage sites on other websites and tourism facilities. The City and the Denton Convention and Visitors Bureau could incorporate heritage tourism information on their websites. The Discover Denton Visitor Center and the Denton County Courthouse Museum could also serve as locations for providing heritage tourism information and starting points for interpretive tours. 84 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 49 Recommendation #2.18: Pursue preservation-based activities as part of the Denton’s downtown cultural district planning efforts. In 2019, the City of Denton applied to the Texas Commission of the Arts to receive designation as an official Texas Cultural District. Cultural districts are special areas where local efforts are concentrated to promote arts- based economic development and other related cultural activities. Cultural districts also help to advance historic preservation efforts, including the adaptive use and rehabilitation of buildings that may support live-work spaces for artists, performance venues, and the reuse of spaces for various creative industries. The City’s application explored reuse of City Hall West as a potential cultural arts facility. The Historic Landmark Commission, the City, and other advocates for downtown, preservation, and the arts should collaborate on various cultural district planning that involves adaptive use possibilities. Sherman Building © The Lakota Group 85 50 Denton Historic Preservation Plan A key element in any community preservation program is the management of processes related to landmark and district designation and design review — both administered by the Historic Landmarks Commission. The City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance currently governs designation and design review processes. Some refinement to the Ordinance is recommended to provide clarity to processes and to integrate preservation best practices. ISSUE SUMMARY Denton’s Historic Preservation Ordinance, incorporated as part of the Denton Development Code, requires review of all rehabilitation, maintenance and new construction projects located within Local Historic Districts. The Development Code also includes specific design review standards within each Local Historic and Conservation District, adopted as overlay zoning districts within the Development Code. The overlay zoning provides basic standards for rehabilitation regarding facades and materials, roofs, color, window, doors, and fencing that property must meet in order to receive a certificate of appropriateness from the Historic Landmark Commission. The standards could benefit with supplemental guidelines to help historic property owners on how to best meet the standards, whether through a more comprehensive update to the Development Code standards for historic districts or the creation of a separate design guidelines manual used primarily for educational purposes. At the time of this Historic Preservation Plan, the City prepared a design overlay for Downtown Denton, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, but not designated as a Local Historic District. The Historic Landmark Commission is currently not slated to administer the new overlay. Managing growth and business development in Downtown Denton while not impacting or sacrificing the integrity and authenticity of the National Register District is a key concern for the City of Denton and local preservation advocates and residents, especially given the loss of several Courthouse Square buildings due to a recent fire. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION Sweetwater © The Lakota Group 86 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 51 KEY PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION ENTITIES Denton Historic Landmark Commission The Denton Historic Landmark Commission’s central mission is to preserve and maintain the City’s historic resources, historic districts, and landmarks. As empowered through the Denton Development Ordinance, the Commission rec- ommends to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council buildings, structures, sites, districts, and areas to be preserved and designated as historic landmarks and manages a design review process for designated properties and districts. The Commission, along with the City Council, is responsible for maintaining the community’s CLG status. Planning and Zoning Commission The Planning and Zoning Commission’s principal responsibilities include providing direction and making recommen- dations to the City Council regarding Comprehensive Plan implementation, the Denton Development Code, long- range planning, zoning changes, platting, and other development-related policies. The Commission also reviews Local Historic District designations as overlays to the Denton Development Code and zoning map. Development Services Department The Development Services Department is responsible for preparing and implementing the Denton Plan 2030 and other small area plans, administering the Denton Development Code, overseeing building permits and code inspec- tions, and implementing community development programs. The Department staffs the Historic Landmark Commis- sion and various commissions and boards, including the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Community Improvement Services Community Improvement Services manages the process and system for addressing property maintenance and code violations such as dilapidated buildings. © The Lakota Group 87 52 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Goal #3: Promote an effective, well-managed and integrated municipal historic preservation program that facilitates the preservation and stewardship of Denton’s architectural and historical resources. Policy 3.1 for Decision-Makers: Ensure efficient operations and support for the Denton Historic Landmark Commission. Recommendation #3.1: Form ad-hoc Historic Landmark Commission subcommittees to manage and implement various tasks related to survey and education efforts. Preservation commissions in other communities often form ad-hoc subcommittees that plan and manage survey and landmarking activities, and ongoing education and outreach efforts, such as an annual preservation awards program. A survey and landmarks subcommittee can help plan for future neighborhood survey initiatives, as well as generate the annual study list of potential districts and landmarks. A subcommittee for education and outreach programs may dedicate its time to preparing brochures and information materials, organizing technical training workshops for local building owners, and finding partners and sponsors for homeowner fairs and events taking place during National Historic Preservation Month in May. Recommendation #3.2: Maintain Denton’s Certified Local Government status. Denton’s designation as a Certified Local Government provides opportunities for securing matching grants for future survey and landmark and district designation activities. It also allows the City of Denton and the Historic Landmark Commission to participate in trainings and networking sessions with other preservation commissions sponsored by the Texas Historical Commission. The THC requires local participating communities to conduct ongoing survey, preservation planning, and designation activities to maintain their CLG status. For National Register landmark and district designation activities, the City of Denton and the Historic Landmark Commission should use CLG grants for professional assistance in nomination and report preparation. Recommendation #3.3: Conduct regular trainings and create orientation materials for new commissioners to the Historic Landmarks Commission. City staff and the Historic Landmark Commission should organize yearly orientation sessions for new commissioners focused on Commission procedures, design review processes, annual work planning, and the Historic Preservation Ordinance within the Denton Development Code. As part of the training, the City should prepare a binder or folder comprised of the Historic Preservation Ordinance, listings of Local and National Register Landmarks and Districts, subcommittee work plans, the annual landmark study list, survey report summaries, and the latest Commission- produced brochures and information materials. The city should also encourage commissioners to attend other preservation-related training sessions offered by the Denton County Office of History and Culture, the Preservation Texas advocacy organization, and the Texas Historical Commission. GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 88 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 53 Recommendation #3.4: Maintain rules of procedure document. The Historic Landmark Commission currently does not have rules in procedure in place to assist in guiding Commission operations and Historic Preservation Ordinance administration, including various aspects of Commission officer duties; roles of subcommittees; and, processes for preparing and adopting historic preservation plans, surveys, and designation documents. Rules of procedure may be prepared as a separate policy document or integrated as separate provisions within the Denton Development Code. Recommendation #3.5: Adopt an annual Historic Landmark Commission work plan. Annually, the Historic Landmarks Commission should prepare and adopt a work plan of activities that guide landmarking and designation activities and other special projects related to surveys and advocacy and educational efforts. The work plan should incorporate the landmark and district study list along with specific tasks and projects to Commission subcommittees. Recommendation #3.6: Complete designation reports for landmarks and districts. In the designation of Local Landmarks and Districts, the City and the Historic Landmark Commission should prepare formal designation or nomination reports to document how a landmark or district meets Ordinance eligibility criteria, the architectural and historical significance of the building or district, and its existing integrity and overall physical conditions. This way, the Commission, the Planning and Zoning Commission, and the City Council will have a thorough, transparent public record for designation purposes. In some communities, previous National Register nominations may also serve as the basis for a local designation report. Local designation reports also serve as useful documentation and information for other property research, context statement development, and other designation efforts. Policy 3.2 for Decision-Makers: Update, adopt and implement preservation and other regulatory codes and mechanisms that support the preservation and reuse of Denton historic resources. Recommendation #3.7: Update the Denton Historic Preservation Ordinance to promote clarity in Certificate of Appropriateness procedures, Historic Landmarks Commission responsibilities, and demolition by neglect provisions, among other Ordinance enhancements. From time to time, a review and evaluation of the Historic Preservation Ordinance is necessary to ensure it is advancing community preservation goals and incorporates best practices in historic preservation planning. An assessment of Denton’s Historic Preservation Ordinance, using the Texas Model Historic Preservation Ordinance and other Texas community preservation ordinances as comparisons, was undertaken as part of this Historic Preservation Plan and a summary of key recommendations is made below. Included in Appendix 4 is the complete Denton Historic Preservation Ordinance with evaluation notes. Future updates should consider: • Expanding the list of roles of responsibilities of the Commission in regard to creating and using design guidelines, providing comments to the Texas Historical Commission on National Register nominations, recommending changes and modifications to Local Historic Districts, and clarifying its role as an advisory body to the Planning and Zoning Commission. • Defining the difference between contributing and non-contributing properties to Local Historic Districts. • Reorganizing parts of the Ordinance to provide more clarity in designation and design review procedures. 89 54 Denton Historic Preservation Plan In addition to these points, the City and the Historic Landmarks Commission should consider adoption of a demolition delay provision within the Historic Preservation Ordinance that would add a temporary layer of protection for properties identified and evaluated as architecturally and historically significant but not designated as a Local Landmark. A delay period could range a length of time from 60 to 180 days; a standard delay period is 90 days for most communities. The cities of Dallas and Fort Worth have demolition delay provisions within the ordinances. The purpose of the delay is to work closely with property owners on potential options to demolition, including potential assistance on property rehabilitation or sale. Specific historic resources that could be subject to the delay include properties already individually listed in the National Register of Historic Places or evaluated as potentially eligible for the National Register or Local Landmark designation as determined through surveys or other documentation activities. Recommendation #3.8: Prepare a set of citywide design guidelines manuals. The City of Denton and its Historic Landmark Commission has acknowledged the importance of maintaining the community’s historic character with the establishment and identification of Local Historic Districts, Landmarks, as well as Historic Conservation Districts. A unique feature of the Development Code is the establishment of unique sets of design guidelines for each Local District or Historic Conservation District. In the future, if the number of designated Local Landmarks and Districts and Historic Conservation Districts in Denton continues to grow over time, the City and the Commission may want to consider adopting a comprehensive, citywide set of design guidelines to facilitate predictable design review outcomes through consistent application of commonly-accepted preservation rehabilitation procedures. A city-wide set of design guidelines would likely address design review issues across all landmarks and districts in Denton: • Identification of common property types and architectural styles • Characteristic architectural features found for each style and property type • Recommended rehabilitation procedures for common architectural features, materials, roofs, and accessory buildings. • Appropriate in-kind replacement and alternative building materials • Property additions and infill development • Design issues related to Mid-Century and Ranch property types • Site design and landscape issues. With a citywide design guidelines manual, the City would no longer be required to create new guidelines and update the Development Code for each Local District when established — the Code can simply reference the citywide manual for Commission design review purposes. Illustrations, photos, and other line drawings can also make the manual more educational and informative to property owners planning a rehabilitation project. However, given that Historic Conservation Districts may serve a broader purpose than just regulating the exterior appearance of existing properties — addressing extensive infill development as a major focus of design review, for instance — warranting the continued need for more customized design guidelines in these areas. Recommendation #3.9: Prepare a more detailed hazard mitigation plan for historic resources in Denton. Local weather and hazard mitigation planning is conducted at the county level; in 2010, Denton County completed the Local Mitigation Plan to assess and identify predominant hazard events and their impacts on local communities, as well as provide key strategies and initiatives for addressing future hazards, such as flooding, fires, and tornadoes and other storm events. The Mitigation Plan’s goals and strategies focus on preventive actions, such as local planning efforts and ordinances to address issues around losses to properties during to repetitive hazard events, education programs to inform residents living near hazard-prone areas about proper mitigation measures, and on installing mitigation and sustainable design features to public facilities and infrastructure. However, the Local Mitigation Plan does not address historic buildings and districts in any detail. Going forward, the City of Denton and the Historic Landmark Commission should consider a partnership with Denton County, its Office of Emergency 90 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 55 Services Department, the Office of History and Culture, and the North Central Texas Council of Government in the preparation of hazard mitigation plan and associated education materials related to landmarks and historic districts. Such a plan could address specific issues such as: • Site and staging areas for response equipment and personnel in or near historic districts • Debris removal and disposal sites • Planning for salvage • Damage assessments to landmarks and districts • Demolition permitting processes and criteria in case of disasters affecting landmarks and districts • Designating temporary housing sites • Prioritizing post-disaster recovery activities in historic districts The Commission can also address disaster planning for historic resources in Denton by integrating accepted procedures and treatments for preparing historic properties in advance of storm hazards in local design guidelines and in ongoing educational workshops. Recommendation 3.10: Adopt and implement a historic property deconstruction program. In 2016, Portland, Oregon, became the first city in the country to adopt a property deconstruction program requiring any property owner or developer seeking a demolition permit to fully “deconstruct” the building for material salvage, recycling, and reuse. The requirement applies to single-family housing and duplexes constructed before 1916 or is a designated historic landmark. Salvageable materials include doors, lighting, sinks, wood siding and trim, wood shake and metal roofing materials, windows, miscellaneous hardware, toilets, and various appliances, including furnaces, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, and wood stoves. Since Portland’s enaction of the ordinance, Milwaukee, Wisconsin has adopted similar requirements for all properties constructed before 1929 or located within a designated historic district. In other cities, such as Austin, Texas, similar ordinances require a percentage of all construction debris, whether rehabilitation or new construction, be diverted from landfills and recycled. The City of Denton and the Historic Landmark Commission could consider such an ordinance to encourage and facilitate building material re-use for housing rehabilitation projects. The City could establish a study committee to explore and evaluate the feasibility, need, and administration of such a program. Birdseye View of Denton 1883 © Augustus Koch 91 56 Denton Historic Preservation Plan A community that is engaged and informed about the advantages and benefits of historic preservation is a critical element to a successful historic preservation program at the local level. Engaged stakeholders can become investors in historic properties, involved citizens in neighborhood and commercial district revitalization, and effective advocates at the municipal level for appropriate preservation policies. Therefore, going forward, promoting the importance of historic preservation and the stewardship of Denton’s historic resources should be a high priority for the City, the Historic Preservation Commission, and its preservation partners. Opportunities should always be explored with entities, non-profit groups, and governmental agencies to forge new partnerships in preservation education and advocacy efforts. ISSUE SUMMARY Currently, the Denton County Office of History and Culture and the Denton County Historical Commission lead many preservation education, outreach, and advocacy efforts in the Denton community. The Office of History and Culture manages the Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum and Historical Park, an ongoing lecture series, activities during National Historic Preservation Month, guided tours, and a research room and a special collections archive. Beyond the County’s programs, the City of Denton and Historic Denton, Inc., also sponsor various tour activities and outreach initiatives. While local education and advocacy efforts are significant, local stakeholders recognize that developing broader support for preservation in Denton and providing additional technical assistance service to local residential property owners is needed. That will help change the perception that the Historic Landmarks Commission does not work with or assist local property owners. PRESERVATION PARTNERS The following are key or potential preservation partners, organizations, and entities in the City of Denton. Denton County Office of History and Culture Headquartered in Denton and established in 1969, the Denton County Office of History and Culture operates the 1896 Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum and the Denton County Historical Park. In addition to overseeing the Denton County Historical Society, they provide education and outreach to Denton County citizens, which includes the following programs: • Traveling Museum and Speakers Bureau ― presents information on historical topics for school children in grades 1-8. • Denton County Junior Historians ― provides an opportunity for high school students (grades 9-12) to work together to discuss and engage in local history in new and interesting ways. Members attend meetings twice a month on Tuesday evenings, volunteer at special events, and work together on group projects. • Tea and History ― is an open house held once a month at the Denton County Historical Park to provide education and answer questions. • Denton County Heritage Business Program ― promotes and recognizes longstanding businesses throughout the county that have been in operation for over 50 years. Businesses recognized in Commissioners’ Court receive a Heritage Business decal along with a framed copy of the resolution and a photo. EDUCATION AND OUTREACH 92 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 57 Denton County Historical Commission The Commission’s goals are to preserve, protect, and promote the history of Denton County. Members are appointed by the Denton County Commissioner’s Court, and meetings are held monthly at the Denton County Historical Park (except for June, July, November, and December). The Commission works closely with the Texas Historical Commission. The Commission oversees the Denton County Historical Marker program, which provides recognition for significant buildings, structures, sites, and people within the county. Texas Historical Commission The Texas Historical Commission, located in Austin, is the state agency for historic preservation, which consults with counties, local communities, citizens, and organizations to preserve the state’s architectural, archaeological, and cultural resources. The Commission manages several programs including the National Register of Historic Places, the Certified Local Government program, the Recorded Texas and Antiquities Landmark programs, Federal Section 106 reviews and state archaeology protection programs. The Agency also reviews project applications for the Federal and State Historic Preservation Tax Credits. Preservation Texas Preservation Texas, based in Austin, is the statewide preservation advocacy organization; the organization manages several initiatives, including a statewide endangered properties list and an annual awards program. It also conducts a “preservation day” and “preservation summit” on important preservation issues when the Texas legislature is in session. Historic Denton, Inc. Historic Denton, Inc. is the local non-profit preservation advocacy organization responsible for several activities, including preparing National Register nomination and organizing annual home tours. Workshop © Landmarks Illinois | Building the Public Trust © National Council on Public History 93 58 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Goal #4: Increase the awareness of historic preservation benefits through ongoing outreach and educational activities, youth engagement, and other programming activities. Policy 4.1 for Decision-Makers: Support innovative education initiatives that inform, engage new audiences, and tell the stories of Denton’s multi-cultural and generational populations. Recommendation #4.1: Create “crowdsourced” Denton history websites. Increasingly, many heritage organizations and preservation entities have turned to crowd-sourced-developed websites to collect archival information — photographs, newspaper clippings, and obituaries, for example — to engage and inform local Denton residents and stakeholders on the community’s history, historic buildings, and important people that shaped the city’s development and physical environment over time. Crowd-sourced heritage websites also helps facilitate volunteer involvement in archival information collection and posting, building a sense of community over the long-term between contributors and users of the information. Such websites could focus on different topic areas, such as Denton’s African-American story, the development of the Courthouse Square, the universities, or Denton’s historic neighborhoods. Ideally, however, one website could house information for any number of topics of interest to local stakeholders and entities. Key elements of a successful crowd-sourced website include: • Accessibility — data and archival information should be easily accessible form the website to the public. • Usability — uploading and contributing information to the website should be straightforward and require a minimal level of effort. • Attractive Design — websites that employ a consistent, clean, graphic-rich, and organized design are more likely to attract regular users. • Interactivity — functions that allow users to interact with the content, post comments, and subscribe to newsletters and updates from the website. • Content sharing — incorporating sharing functionality allows user to share information with those who outside the website’s community. • Current — the website is updated regularly and actively-managed. The City and the Historic Landmark Commission, the Denton County Office of History and Culture, the local universities, or other organizations and entities could potentially organize and manage such a website. In other cities, neighborhood associations have also sponsored and maintained crowdsourced history websites of their neighborhoods. Recommendation #4.2: Encourage public participation in crowdsourced community history storytelling activities. The objectives behind crowd-sourced history websites can also apply to public “storytelling” activities — for instance, temporary exhibits created from artifacts collected and donated by local residents or organized events that bring different generations together to share stories and memories, such as local Denton war veterans joined with high- schoolers to learn about Denton life during World War II, and the Korean and Vietnam wars. Another storytelling activity could involve the noted architect O’Neil Ford focused on interviews with those who knew, worked with him, or lived in one his Denton dwellings. The Historic Landmark Commission could partner with the Denton County Office of History and Culture, the Denton Main Street Association, and other entities on organizing such activities. GOALS, POLICIES, AND RECOMMENDATIONS 94 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 59 Recommendation #4.3: Use social media and other digital technologies to promote Denton history and placemake public spaces. Social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram can be useful tools in promoting local preservation and education and advocacy activities. Some communities use Twitter or developed specialized smartphone applications to host question and answer sessions on historic home rehabilitation topics or how to access local incentive programs. Still other communities have produced digital projection shows displayed on empty downtown building walls or public plazas highlighting key figures and events in a local history. Recommendation #4.4: Create a Denton committee of young preservation professionals. Mentoring the next generation of preservation advocates and stewards of local history is a high priority for many communities. The Denton County Office of History and Culture organizes a Denton County Junior Historians program for high school students to work together on local history projects. Perhaps, this group’s activities could be expanded to include preservation advocacy efforts, networking activities, and annual social events to broaden its involvement among high schoolers as well as local university students and African Americans. The program could also be more formalized to include a base membership fee to underwrite activities, a bi-annual newsletter, discounts at local events, and a yearly awards program recognizing special volunteer contributions or project accomplishments. Recommendation #4.5: Create a construction trades training program focused on historic building rehabilitation. A local program focused on training the next generation of tradesman in preservation carpentry, window restoration, masonry repair, and other skills could proactively engage diverse youth in preserving places linked to the African- American experience in Denton. Such a program could be housed and managed within the construction engineering department of North Texas University with the City of Denton and the Denton County Office of History and Culture and other entities as program partners. Recommendation #4.6: Develop an internet-accessible database for headstones in Denton’s historic cemeteries. Denton has several historic cemeteries – important cultural landscapes that tell the stories of Denton’s important citizens, including two municipal-owned ones, the Oakwood and IOOF cemeteries, as well as the Cooper Creek Cemetery located just outside the Denton city limits. These cemeteries could be a significant resource for those with genealogical interests. A headstone and grave markers inventory could be prepared and digitized in a database for internet access, linked to the websites of the City and Denton County Office of History and Culture. 95 60 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Policy 4.2 for Decision-Makers: Promote the use of existing programs and tools to educate the public on historic preservation’s benefits and advance community preservation goals. Recommendation #4.7: Improve visibility and awareness of tax exemption program to increase participation. Typically, two to three projects per year are approved under the existing tax exemption program. Currently, the ordinance establishing the tax exemption for improvements to “historically significant sites” (City Code §10-133) is not mentioned on the City’s website — an interested citizen would have to gain knowledge of the program by word of mouth or by reading the Denton Development Code. The City could market the program through downloadable PDF brochures from the City’s historic preservation website page or through other news and social media channels. Recommendation #4.8: Increase awareness and use of Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit. This program, established in 1976, offers a 20 percent tax credit off the bottom line of qualified rehabilitation costs for rehabilitation of a National Register-listed, or eligible, commercial building. In Texas, it is administered by the Texas Historical Commission. The tax credit is best suited to larger commercial buildings in downtown Denton; however, it has seen no use in recent years. The Denton Historic Landmark Commission and the Development Services Office should promote and target the tax credit to downtown properties that could best take advantage of the incentive. Recommendation #4.9: Include additional historic preservation information materials in the City of Denton website. In addition to information on incentives, the City’s historic preservation website page should include other downloadable information pieces, including design guideline publications, nomination and designation reports, workshop and training announcements, and the Denton Historic Preservation Plan, and links to other community plans and planning documents. Recommendation #4.10: Create a marketing plan to encourage additional Local Landmark designations. An annual landmark designation study list, consisting of properties determined significant through ongoing survey and documentation work, should serve as the basis for targeted outreach and marketing efforts in encouraging new Local Landmark designations. For instance, a Local Landmarks study list subcommittee of the Historic Landmark Commission, could develop and mail a designation benefits brochure or conduct a workshop on the designation process to property owners. Some form of ongoing marketing and outreach should result new property owners willing to learn more about the opportunities for local landmarking. Recommendation #4.11: Provide training to local realtors and bankers. Training programs that educate local realtors and bankers on City of Denton historic districts and preservation procedures, available incentives, and overall preservation benefits will provide them the necessary knowledge to inform prospective home buyers. Realtors and bankers are key intermediaries in the sale and disposition of historic properties and should be aware of preservation’s benefits to the value of homes and neighborhoods. The City of San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation offers an annual certification training to local realtors and developers. 96 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 61 The City of Denton and its Historic Landmark Commission have acknowledged the importance of maintaining the community’s historic character with the establishment and identification of Local Historic Districts, Landmarks, and a previous Conservation District. Subsection 4 of the Denton Development Code regulates construction activities in these neighborhood areas. Section 2.9.2.A.10 of the recently adopted Denton Development Code insightfully encourages the use of sustainable practices in design. This concise section calls for referencing the Secretary of Interior’s Guidelines on Sustainability for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings as a guide for decisions. This reference provides the Historic Landmark Commission, the Historic Preservation Officer, citizens, and all applicants substantial guidance regarding what may be permitted and how to approach the application of renewable technologies. In addition to elaborating upon sustainable design approaches, this section also provides recommendations on revising and expanding upon existing Local Historic District and Historic Conservation District design guidelines for the City of Denton. Published, illustrated design guidelines often serve as an important educational tool for historic preservation commissions nationwide when working with property owners and community stakeholders and ideally should incorporate additional guidelines on how to balance green building improvements with sensitive rehabilitation of historic properties. INHERENT HISTORIC BUILDINGS SUSTAINABLE DESIGN FEATURES IN HISTORIC BUILDINGS Historic buildings have design and architectural features that are typically environmentally friendly and inherently sustainable. Designed and constructed in an era before air conditioning, these buildings were originally designed on a low-energy budget, in fact there is a saying in preservation circles – “the greenest building is one already built.” When property owners plan for building rehabilitation and energy efficiency improvements, consideration should be given to maintaining and enhancing such features. BUILDING MATERIALS Most historic buildings that were constructed during the 19th and early 20th centuries were built with durable materials, such as stone, brick, and dense hardwood, that were meant to stand in place and last for decades or even centuries. These historic materials have proven their durability by surviving to this point and are likely to prove more durable than modern construction materials installed today. HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY Stone historic building © Eater San Francisco Brick historic building © Curbed Atlanta 97 62 Denton Historic Preservation Plan MASONRY WALLS Many historic buildings were designed with thick masonry walls to help with interior temperature regulation. Such walls trapped heat inside during winter months while maintaining cooler temperatures during warmer months. WINDOWS Windows were originally designed to be operable so that both sashes could be moved to circulate air to a building’s interior. For example, opening the top sash of a typical double-hung window allowed warm air to circulate from the interior ceiling outside. Opening the bottom sash of window on a shady side of room allows cooler air to circulate inside. Ceiling fans can also aid this air circulation pattern. Maintaining the operations of such windows can certainly help in lowering air conditioning bills in the summer. PORCHES, AWNINGS AND OVERHANGS Shading elements provide significant energy efficiency for historic buildings if they are properly installed and maintained. Some of the heat is absorb in the building flooring, which may be radiated back into the interior space as the building cools in the late afternoon and evening. Retractable awnings can be rolled up during winter months when sunlight and heat are desired within the building and rolled back down when shading and cooling is desired during the summer. SKYLIGHTS, CLERESTORIES, AND RECESSED ENTRANCE-WAYS Transom windows, clerestories and skylights provide natural light into a building, which can save on lighting costs. Recessed entrance-ways help to prevent cold or hot air from entering a business when the door is opened. Skylights Original windows Original windows 98 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 63 ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS Before considering the installation of alternative or renewable energy sources, one should first attempt to minimize the energy load of a building – the least expensive power for a building is the power that does not need to be purchased, a “negawatt” as it were. Before estimating the energy load for a building, ensure to integrate building envelope improvements, weather-stripping, landscaping, and other energy improvement strategies, in order to minimize the anticipated load. SOLAR PV Photovoltaic systems (solar PV) convert the sun’s energy directly into electricity. Increasing in popularity, the cost per kilowatt of solar power has been steadily declining, while the efficiency of these systems has been rising, with standard systems over 20 percent efficient and newly discovered technologies driving the efficiency of experimental panels up towards 50 percent efficiency. The installation of PV systems can present several challenges to historic properties and historic districts – cost and visibility. The cost of these panels is frequently prohibitively expensive, although prices have been declining and there are now a number of funding mechanisms to support the purchase, installation, and operation of solar panels. These panels can also be very visible, as the panels need to face in a southern direction. This visibility can create problems in historic districts as they typically do not blend in with the existing architecture. Clear guidance from the Historic Landmark Commission, detailing appropriate treatments and placement, can encourage the installation of this alternative energy source while minimizing impacts to the historic context of the community. Technical Guidance from the National Park Service regarding conformance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards can be found here: https://www. nps.gov/tps/sustainability/new-technology/solar-on- historic.htm The National Alliance of Preservation Commission has published model language for Design Guidelines that can be found here: https://www.growsolar.org/ wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Sample-Guidelines-for- Solar-Systems-in-Historic-Districts.pdf Examples of design guidelines for solar panels in historic districts that have been implemented can be found here: Baltimore City Historical and Architectural Preservation Review Design Guidelines: 1.15.1 SOLAR PANELS The City of Baltimore Historical and Architectural Preservation Commission encourages the use of sustainable technology, including the use of solar panels, where the installation is sensitive to the historic nature of the building and its setting. Install new solar panels where they are least obtrusive, do not damage historic fabric, and are not visible from the street. • Do not install solar panels where they can be easily seen from the street. When panels are placed on buildings, locate panels on flat or rear sloping roofs. Select panels that are low in profile and small in scale. • When panels are located in a yard or landscape, panels should be screened to minimize visibility. Do not alter character-defining features of the landscape. For more information, see Chapter 4: Design Guidelines for Historic Landscapes. • Do not damage or remove historic fabric when installing solar panels. Install panels on nonhistoric buildings and additions whenever possible. Solar farm 99 64 Denton Historic Preservation Plan SOLAR THERMAL Solar thermal systems use the sun’s energy to make hot water. Solar thermal is a more mature technology than solar PV, with lower cost per kilowatt and an efficiency that can exceed 70 percent. Solar thermal panels also present several challenges to projects in historic districts– visibility and usefulness. Similar to solar PV systems, solar thermal panels can also be very visible on low-rise buildings as roof-mounted systems must face south, creating challenges for historic districts and properties. Depending on the use of the building, there may also be a problem finding a use for large quantities of hot water, especially during the summer months. Uses such as restaurants can take advantage of large quantities of hot water produced by the panels, while residential and commercial office spaces may not have any need for significant quantities of hot water throughout the day. WIND Wind power is another form of renewable power that has recently gained favor, especially in larger ‘utility scale’ installations that are, unfortunately, not appropriate for historic districts. When contemplating the installation of a wind turbine, there are several variable to consider. First, most wind turbines cannot be mounted onto existing buildings as most buildings are not designed to resist the lateral loads that wind turbines can place on a structure. Second, wind turbines are not a traditional element in most historic districts and may look out of place or cause concern for historic districts, although it may be appropriate to place smaller scale wind turbines away from a structure on a secondary elevation. Third, and perhaps most importantly, one should confirm that there are sufficient prevailing winds to power a turbine. Many parts of the country simply are not windy enough to make wind power practical. GEOTHERMAL/GEO-EXCHANGE Geo-exchange systems (sometimes referred to as geothermal systems) take advantage of the naturally constant temperature of the earth, providing heat in the winter and cooling in the summer by using a ground-source heat pump. Geo-exchange systems should not be confused with true geothermal systems that take advantage of much higher temperatures in geologically active areas such as Iceland. Geo-exchange systems can be a good choice when there is sufficient land available with the appropriate soils to support the installation of the wells required. Geo- exchange systems tend to have minimal visual impact to the exterior of historic properties and districts. Historic building with solar panels 100 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 65 BUILDING ENVELOPE IMPROVEMENTS While not always specifically discussed in design guideline documents, the majority of building envelope improvements to historic buildings can be made with minimal to no visible alterations to the building, it is important to educate historic property owners regarding the importance of understanding the implications of any proposed alterations to the existing conditions. Inappropriate renovations, alterations or additions can actually do incredible damage to an historic structure if the effects of these alterations are not understood. The goal of building envelope improvements is to reduce heat transfer, which can mean transfer from inside a building to the outside during winter or from outside to inside during summer. It is also important to remember that heat can be lost (or gained) through any exposed surface and that the rate of heat transfer is tied to the temperature differential between inside and outside. What this means is that one can lose or gain heat through all exterior building elements – roofs, wall, windows, doors, and floors. Before undertaking a comprehensive rehabilitation project, it is a good idea to understand where the “weak links” in the building envelope are and how a building consumes energy, in order to prioritize where improvements should be made. Consulting an architect, energy modeler, mechanical engineer, or energy consultant is an excellent idea. ROOFS Starting from the top down in a building, the first thing to consider is the roof. In unimproved low-rise buildings, roofs are frequently also the largest source of heat loss. There are many variables to consider when studying a roof (repair versus replace, type of roofing system, life-cycle cost, etc.) that are beyond the scope of this document. However, the two primary considerations from an energy conservation perspective are insulation and color. When re-roofing it is typically better to specify a light-colored or “cool roof” instead of a dark colored roof, as the unwanted heat gained during the cooling season is usually greater than the desired heat gain through the roof during the heating season. Light colored roof systems can also have a greater lifespan because the reduced temperature differential (dark roofs can heat up to nearly 200 degrees Fahrenheit while light roofs may only heat up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, at the same time while the interior temperature is a conditioned 75 degrees Fahrenheit or so) reduces thermal stresses on the roof assembly. In reducing the heat gain through a roof assembly, not only is one reducing the thermal stress of the roof assembly, but also significantly reducing the heat gain that can be radiated into the building interior, which translates directly to reduced mechanical loads, and potentially significant financial savings. • Sloped Roofs - Sloped roofs can be composed of many materials, including wood shakes, slate, clay tile, metal, and most common now, asphalt or composite shingles. Insulation is typically installed below the roof deck within the attic or joist space. Although insulation can be installed on top of the roof deck, below the shingles, this can lead to odd roof profiles and terminations at eaves. When selecting an appropriate roof for an historic building one should look for physical or photographic evidence. Once a material has been selected, there are some sustainable alternatives. Metal roofs and composite shingle roofs are available as “cool roofs”, where even though the roofs have color that is visible to the eye, the roofs are highly reflective to the infrared and ultra-violet ranges of the spectrum and therefore do not heat up as much, as most of the solar radiation is reflected rather than absorbed. • Flat Roofs - Flat roofs will typically have either a built-up or single-ply membrane roof over rigid insulation over the roof deck. When re-roofing one can install additional insulation, typically either polyisocyanurate or polystyrene. Polyisocyanurate insulation has better thermal performance (a higher R-value per inch) but is usually more expensive than polystyrene insulation. As for material selection, a white TPO (thermoplastic olefin) or PVC single-ply roof is preferable to a black EPDM roof, while a modified bitumen roof with a light-colored cap sheet is preferable to a dark cap sheet or hot-mopped asphalt built-up roof system. • Green Roofs - In many situations green roofs are an excellent alternative. While green roofs can be installed on up to a 7:12 pitch, roofs with minimal slope are typically better candidates, both in terms of stability as well as visibility – green roofs could be viewed as altering character defining elements on an historic building. Make sure to consult with a structural engineer if interested in pursuing a green roof. Older roofs frequently do not comply with 101 66 Denton Historic Preservation Plan current structural load requirements and may have undersized structural members that cannot support current snow load requirements, much less the additional 20 plus pounds per square foot associated with the plants, growth media and moisture associated with vegetated roofs. WALLS When contemplating how to improve a wall’s energy performance, it is important to pay careful attention to building physics. Remember, it is not just conduction, but convection and radiation as well that can affect how a wall performs. INSULATION VERSUS AIR INFILTRATION While it would appear clear that adding insulation should help the thermal performance of a structure, what may not be as clear is the importance of reducing air infiltration as well. Air and moisture can move through an apparently solid wall, migrating through small gaps and cracks in the wall, and as air moves through the wall it carries heating (or cooling) with it, forcing the building mechanical system to make up for this lost energy. INSULATION There is a variety of insulation systems that can be incorporated into older buildings. Each type has its own positive and negative attributes; the challenge is to select the correct insulation for a specific application and budget. • Closed-Cell Foam - Closed-cell foam insulations tend to perform well, with an R-value greater 6 per inch typically. They tend to be denser, weighing 1.75-2.25 pounds per cubic foot, with very low vapor permeability. Closed-cell foam also tends to be more rigid and expensive than similar open-cell foams. • Open-Cell Foam - Open-cell foam insulations have lower R-values than their closed-cell brethren, with R-values hovering in the 0.4-1.2 pounds per-cubic foot range. They can provide an air barrier when installed to the depth of the wall, however these foams do have a higher vapor-permeability than closed-cell foams, therefore it is very important to study the potential condensation points in a wall assembly to confirm that water vapor will not condense within the insulation. These foams tend to be lighter, more flexible, and less costly than closed-cell foams. • Fiberglass - Fiberglass insulation comes in either batt or blown-in form. With a proven track record, fiberglass is still the first choice of many owners and contractors. With an R-value of 2.5 per inch for blown-in fiberglass to 3.5 for fiberglass batts, fiberglass has a thermal efficiency similar to that of open-cell foam or cellulose. However, there are several concerns regarding fiberglass that should be taken into consideration. Fiberglass does not provide an air barrier, and with high vapor permeability can allow moisture to condense within the insulation, compromising the thermal efficiency and creating conditions suitable for mold growth. While easy to install, batt installations can have gaps that allow for thermal bridging and a reduction in thermal efficiency. • Cellulose - Blown-in cellulose is an increasingly popular type of insulation. Composed of wood fibers (frequently recycled shredded newspapers) mixed with borate as a preservative, cellulose provides an R-value of 3.5 to 4.0 and can serve as an air-barrier, especially in its dense-pack form. • Rock Wool/Mineral Slag - Rock wool and mineral slag are produced from blast furnace slag and natural rock and comes in a variety of forms – loose, batt and rigid boards. With an R-value of 2.8-3.7 this material has insulating properties similar to open-cell foam, cellulose, and fiberglass. The material is inert, does not absorb water and offers good resistance to flame spread. VAPOR BARRIERS Before making any changes to the insulation in a building, it is critical to understand how much moisture moves through the wall. One way to control this movement is through the use of a vapor barrier. If air movement is allowed through the wall assembly, it is possible for the condensation point for warm, moist air to fall somewhere within the wall cavity. If this happens with open cell foam or batt insulation it possible that the moisture will condense within the insulation, severely compromising the materials thermal properties, and setting up the potential for mold or mildew forming within the wall assembly. 102 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 67 DOORS AND WINDOWS The first step to improving the performance of doors and windows is to make sure that the units close tightly, all weather stripping is in place, and that the surrounding frame is sealed as well. These simple measures can dramatically reduce the air infiltration through and around windows and doors, lowering the heat loss/heat gain from the units. Storm panels can be added to the interior or exterior of windows and doors that can bring the energy performance of an existing original feature up to par with a new unit, with the added benefits of authentic material and repairability. If existing windows are missing or too badly damaged to repair, then consider replacing the windows with a similar material (wood for wood, steel, or aluminum for metal, etc.). Frames should be thermally broken to reduce direct transmission through the frame and use double or triple-paned insulated glazing units with a low-emissivity coating and possibly filled with an inert gas such as argon. It is important to view wall systems comprehensively – a wall is as efficient as its weakest element. It doesn’t make much sense to make a significant investment in the thermal performance of a wall, only to see all of the energy savings flow out through poorly maintained windows and doors. • Doors – one of the simplest tests for a door is to look at the door from the inside during the day – if you can see daylight anywhere around the door’s perimeter, energy is being lost and weather-stripping should be considered. If additional information is needed, a blower door test can be performed to study the air loss from around the door. • Windows – It is critical to remember that older, historic windows do not need to be replaced to create an energy efficient building. All too often, perfectly good windows are removed in the name of energy savings, while the truth is that with a few minor adjustments and repairs to reduce the air infiltration around the window’s sashes and proper sealing of the frame, old windows, combined with a storm panel, can be as efficient as new insulated windows – at a fraction of the cost while maintaining this charm of the historic windows. Historic windows © Ottawa Historic door © Historic Doors 103 68 Denton Historic Preservation Plan AWNINGS AND CANOPIES In the blur of new technologies, it can be easy to forget time-tested, simple measures that can help save energy. Awnings and canopies, when appropriate to the building, can all be utilized to reduce solar heat gain during the cooling season by shading the building interior from direct sun. Canopies should be sized to allow low-angle winter sun to shine into the building and heat the interior surfaces. Awnings can be taken down during cooler months, and operable awnings can even be furled in the evening to provide better views into storefronts once the sun has gone down. Other simple measures can also help cut energy loads, such as using blinds or shades in windows to reduce solar loading and installing ceiling fans in high-bay spaces to provide air movement during the cooling season and force warm air down to occupied zones during the winter months. ON GRADE AND BELOW GRADE AREAS While it can be easy to forget heat lost through ground that is typically 55 degrees Fahrenheit in the middle of a cold winter, the floor plane can still be a potential source for energy savings, especially over crawl spaces that are partially above grade. • Slab on Grade - With an existing concrete slab-on-grade, there is not a lot that can be done unless the entire slab will be removed and replaced. There will be a continuous transfer of heat to the soil below, however the perception of cold floors can be mitigated either through the selection of flooring materials that can offer some insulating properties (or at least not “feel” cold), or if a new floor is to be installed on top of the existing slab a radiant heat system can be installed. If by chance a new slab is called for, then rigid insulation should be installed beneath the new concrete slab. • Crawl Space - Crawl spaces provide a challenge – frequently difficult to access and with requirements for ventilation, a significant amount of heat can be lost through a floor over a crawl space. Insulation can typically be installed below a floor to isolate inhabited space from the crawl space. When doing so, one should make sure that no piping or ductwork protrudes below the insulation membrane. While it is clear pipes can freeze, what is not as obvious is the amount of energy that can be lost through improperly insulated ductwork in a crawl space. As with slab on grade conditions, radiant floor systems are also a potential way to keep floors from feeling cold. • Basement - When considering improvements to basement areas, one can install insulation along the perimeter walls if they are to be furred out. Rigid foam insulation can be a good choice at these locations because higher R-values per inch of insulation can allow for shallower furring studs, and because rigid foam insulation is less likely to be affected by moisture that may be present around foundation walls. What is important to recognize is the gap formed where floor joists bear on top of a foundation wall – it is very important that this area receive insulation, lest the gap allow for a “short circuit” in the building envelope with significant energy loss as a result. Awning © Mount Pleasant Awning © Mount Vernon 104 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 69 ENERGY SYSTEMS Mechanical There are a variety of mechanical systems available that can dramatically reduce energy consumption in older buildings. It can be a daunting and complex process to select the appropriate mechanical system, and different size buildings with different uses will require different selections. Because of this it is best to consult with a mechanical engineer, contractor or architect who can help identify the right system for a specific project. When selecting a system, one should consider the initial cost of installation, the lifecycle operating costs (what is the payback), ease of retrofitting in existing buildings, access to district energy systems and the availability of tax credits and other government incentives at the local, state, and federal levels. One should also consult with the local utility to confirm if there are any incentive or rebate programs available through the utility. No matter what mechanical system is ultimately selected, one should install a Building Automation System in larger projects, or at least provide programmable thermostats in smaller installations. For a very modest cost these devices can dramatically cut heating and cooling bills by allowing temperatures within the space to vary above or below the human comfort zone when the building is unoccupied. Electrical and Lighting There are numerous ways to reduce electrical consumption in renovations to historic structures. One of the simplest ways is to replace standard incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs. This may not be appropriate where a bulb is exposed and is a decorative element in a light fixture, but even so there are compact fluorescent bulbs that have a shroud around them that make them appear as an incandescent bulb. One caveat with compact fluorescent bulbs is that specialty fixtures and/or dimmers may be needed if dimming capability is required. Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are also becoming very popular. Currently much more expensive than incandescent or fluorescent fixtures, LED prices have been dropping rapidly, consume less power than fluorescent fixtures, generate less heat and have very long lamp lives, making them good candidates for remote or difficult to reach locations. The color rendition index (CRI) of LEDs has also greatly improved over the past decade. There are many other electrical upgrades that should be contemplated, such as replacing magnetic ballasts with electronic ballasts, daylight dimming and occupancy sensors, variable frequency drives for mechanical equipment, “soft-start” motors the reduce peak voltage requirements for large equipment like elevators, and automatic shutoff of lighting at night. All of these items can contribute to substantial reductions in electricity consumption, but so can simple measure like allowing desktop computers to go into a power saving “sleep” mode. Appliances In the greater scheme of a building renovation it may not seem to be that big of a deal, but simply specifying Energy Star rated appliances can significantly cut down on a building’s energy consumption. Energy Star ratings can be found for: clothes washers, dehumidifiers, dishwashers, freezers, refrigerators, room air cleaners and purifiers and water coolers. Energy Recovery Ventilators are an easy way to save energy while improving the indoor air quality of an older building. Older buildings were constructed under the assumption that a reasonable amount of air leakage through the building envelope would allow for some replenishment of stale indoor air and moisture to migrate out of the building. If one seals up a structure tightly to dramatically reduce air infiltration this can lead to “stale air” and in extreme circumstances, sick building syndrome. On large scale commercial buildings Energy Recovery Ventilators recover the heating or cooling (depending on the season) and transfers the energy and humidity from the exhaust air to the outside air ducts, pretreating the incoming air and reducing the amount of energy required to temper the make-up air. In smaller buildings Energy Recovery Ventilators can take the place of traditional bathroom exhaust fans, pulling air out where needed and tempering the relief air in a unit that can run continuously. 105 70 Denton Historic Preservation Plan SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND DESIGN GUIDELINE DOCUMENTS In some communities, design guidelines may include energy efficiency improvements, often focusing on weatherization techniques. To encourage additional energy efficiency improvements to a district’s historic buildings, design guideline documents should be revised and updated to incorporate the latest topics and information related to sustainable and energy efficiency enhancements. Such topics may include the installation of new HVAC and energy generating systems, such as windmills and solar panels, green roofs, new “green” building materials, comprehensive weatherization techniques, lighting, and facade improvements. Information could be organized as separate chapter of an existing set of design guidelines or incorporated within existing chapters related to building materials and maintenance and façade improvements. New incentives to encourage such improvements and additional information resources should also be included within the guidelines document. EXISTING BUILDING DESIGN GUIDELINES PRINCIPLES When developing an energy efficiency chapter or elements within a set of downtown guidelines, consider the following: • Conservation of Existing Materials. Most historic district design guidelines should already stress the maintenance and rehabilitation of existing building materials, as expressed in Standards 2 of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. Additional language could be added as part of an energy efficiency chapter that reinforces the need to maintain original materials not only for their importance to the overall architecture and character of the building, but also for their environmental value as “embodied” energy. • Inherent “Green” Building Features. Develop a brief section describing the inherent “green” features of historic buildings such as operable windows, tall ceilings, and ceiling fans that moderate temperatures inside and the embodied energy represented in the construction of the building and its materials. This section can help reinforce to downtown property and business owners that existing historic building features should be maintained to enhance a building’s energy efficiency. • Weatherization. If a weatherization section is not included within an existing set of guidelines, one should be developed focusing on reducing air infiltration through several techniques including caulking, weather-stripping, and adding insulation. Clearly, doors and windows should priority attention for weather-stripping and caulking. Attics, basements, and crawl spaces should be adequately insulated. Specific language should be added to ensure that the caulking used should be clear in color or match the color of the existing building materials. • Inappropriate Alterations. Over the years, building facades and storefronts in many historic districts were significantly altered and lost many of their inherent green features mentioned above. Uncovering storefront transom windows and removing dropped ceilings are typical actions that could be undertaken to reverse alterations and improve energy efficiency. These actions may already be addressed in other areas of the design guidelines, such as sections on façade and storefront rehabilitation procedures, but their energy efficiency dimensions should be emphasized where needed. • Windows. Maintaining or replacing windows in historic buildings can be significant issues often faced by Design Committees when working with building owners. Design guidelines should emphasize the maintenance and repair of existing windows, with the installation of appropriate storm windows, as methods for preserving historic windows and promoting energy efficiency. These actions may already be addressed in other areas of the design guidelines, such as sections on façade and building material rehabilitation, but their energy efficiency dimensions should be emphasized where needed. • HVAC Equipment. There are many options today for building owners to install new heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment to save on energy costs. Newer gas-fired energy efficient roof units are available along with boilers that are smaller and take up less space. Design guidelines should provide general recommendations on locally available HVAC systems rather than recommending one type of system over another, since each building is different in its size, building materials and orientation. Design Review Committees should consult with local contractors about the availability and appropriateness of certain systems over others. In regard to roof- mounted systems, specific recommendations should be made to ensure that such systems are installed behind roof parapets or to the roof rear. 106 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 71 • Energy Systems. Solar panels and wind turbines are the two most common on-site energy systems, although solar panels may be the most appropriate system for historic districts. Design guideline language should specify that solar panels be placed behind parapets and/or to the building’s rear elevation. In the case the roof is not flat and has a shed of hipped form, solar panels should be placed on the real rook elevation that is not in public view. In contrast to solar panels, wind turbines may not be as easily accommodated in historic districts since they can be more easily seen at ground level and along viewsheds. Turbines can also vibrate and cause damage to building masonry and mortar. If turbines are to be encouraged, specific design guidelines should recommend they are installed to a building’s rear, or garage or ancillary structure, and have minimal visual impact in the district. Wind turbines are getting smaller and are designed in interesting shapes, such as airplanes, small windmills, and bicycles. Pictures or images of such windmills could be included in the design guidelines. • Green Roofs. Much like solar panels, green roofs can lie flat and behind roof cornices and parapets. Guidelines should recommend that green roofs, especially those installed as planter boxes, be installed behind parapets so they are not visible from public view. • Rain Barrels. Found more frequently in residential districts, rain barrels could be incorporated into design guidelines by specifying where they should be placed. For example, rain barrels should be placed to the rear or alley-side of a building rather than along the front and sidewalk. Green roofs © Iowa 107 72 Denton Historic Preservation Plan IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX GOAL 1 Document, inventory, and preserve Denton’s significant historic, cultural, and architectural resources. POLICY FOR DECISION MAKERS RECOMMENDATIONS IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE PRIORITY SCALE PARTIES Policy 1.1: Conduct on- going field surveys and documentation efforts as a basis for designating future historic and conservation districts and individual landmarks Recommendation #1.1: Survey and inventory Denton’s Post-World War II residential neighborhoods and subdivisions developments. Ongoing HIGH HLC, DCOHC, Other Partners Policy 1.2: Seek a diversity of funding sources for survey and documentation efforts undertaken by the City of Denton. Survey Area 1 - Hercules Lane- Windsor Court 4-10 years MEDIUM HLC, DCOHC, Other Partners Survey Area 1 - Hercules Lane- Windsor Court 4-10 years MEDIUM Survey Area 3 – West Denton Neighborhoods 1-3 years HIGH Survey Area 4 – Withers Street- Mingo Road 1-3 years HIGH Survey Area 5 – East Denton Neighborhoods 4-10 years HIGH Survey Area 6 – Highland Park Road 4-10 years MEDIUM Survey Area 7 – Southridge Subdivision 4-10 years HIGH Recommendation #1.2: Update the inventory of documented historic resources located on the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University campuses. 4-10 years HIGH Recommendation #1.3: Conduct a reconnaissance level survey of Denton’s extraterritorial jurisdiction and undeveloped areas within Denton’s corporate boundaries. 1-3 years HIGH Recommendation #1.4: Secure additional CLG grants and other sources of funding for additional survey and documentation work. Ongoing HIGH City, HLC 108 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 73 Policy 1.3: Prioritize and designate eligible buildings and areas for potential landmarks and historic districts, especially for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Recommendation #1.5: Pursue National Register of Historic Places listing for eligible neighborhoods and existing Local Historic Districts. Ongoing HIGH HLC, Other Partners Recommendation #1.6: Explore potential boundary expansion of the Oak-Hickory Local Historic District south of Hickory Street. 1-3 Years HIGH City, HLC, Other Partners Recommendation #1.7: Conduct research and determine eligibility of additional Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks in Denton. Ongoing MEDIUM HLC, DCOHC, Other Partners Recommendation #1.8: Prepare an annual study list of potential landmarks and districts. Ongoing HIGH HLC Policy 1.4: Make survey information and reports, resource documentation, and other data widely accessible to the Denton public. Recommendation #1.9: Create a historic resource inventory information digital database. Ongoing HIGH City, HLC, Other Partners Recommendation #1.10: Compile and publish survey report publications and brochures. Ongoing LOW HLC, Other PartnersRecommendation #1.11: Include community engagement activities in survey and documentation projects. Ongoing LOW Policy 1.5: Ensure future documentation efforts are inclusive of all histories and people in Denton. Recommendation #1.12: Complete an in-depth context statement of Denton’s African American community and neighborhoods. 1-3 Years MEDIUM HLC, DCOHC, Other Partners 109 74 Denton Historic Preservation Plan GOAL 2 Promote the preservation and adaptive use of historic resources as integral elements to vibrant commercial districts and residential neighborhoods. POLICY FOR DECISION MAKERS RECOMMENDATIONS IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE PRIORITY SCALE PARTIES 2.1 Policy: Continue ongoing support for Main Street revitalization efforts and other preservation- based economic development initiatives as a means to preserve, adapt, and reuse Denton’s historic resources. Recommendation #2.1: Broaden the tax-exemption eligibility criteria for improvements to historic buildings. 1-3 Years HIGH City, HLC Recommendation #2.2: Increase the size of the downtown signage, paint, and façade improvement grant program. 1-3 Years HIGH City, Main Street Program Recommendation #2.3: Offer design assistance to commercial properties considering façade improvements. Ongoing HIGH City, Main Street Program Recommendation #2.4: Offer technical feasibility analyses for historic downtown commercial buildings. Ongoing MEDIUM City, Main Street Program, HLC Recommendation #2.5: Offer design assistance to residential properties applying for the building improvement tax exemption. Ongoing MEDIUM City, HLC, Other Partners Recommendation #2.6: Offer permitting fees and sales tax waivers to eligible preservation projects in the Downtown Denton area. Ongoing LOW City Recommendation #2.7: Consider preservation easement donations as an incentive tool. Ongoing LOW Private-sector property owners, Other non-profit partners Recommendation #2.8: Explore the feasibility of establishing a home-repair loan fund or bank partnership. 1-3 Years LOW Policy 2.2: Support the creation of additional Historic Conservation Districts and other tools and programs that maintain the livability and vitality of Denton’s historic neighborhoods and commercial areas. Recommendation #2.9: Designate new Historic Conservation Districts in portions of the Idiots Hill and Bolivar neighborhoods. 1-3 Years MEDIUM City, HLC, Other Partners 110 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 75 Policy 2.2: Support the creation of additional Historic Conservation Districts and other tools and programs that maintain the livability and vitality of Denton’s historic neighborhoods and commercial areas. Recommendation #2.10: Designate additional Historic Conservation Districts in West Denton and in neighborhoods to south of the Downtown. 1-3 Years MEDIUM City, HLC, Other Partners Recommendation #2.11: Consider designation of the Hickory and Oakland Street commercial area as a Historic Conservation District. 1-3 Years LOW City, HLC, Main Street Program, Other PartnersRecommendation #2.12: Develop illustrated design guidelines for Historic Conservation Districts. 1-3 Years and Ongoing LOW Recommendation #2.13: Target Community Development Block Grant, capital improvement, and other housing program funds to Conservation District reinvestment activities. Ongoing MEDIUM City, Other Partners Recommendation #2.14: Maintain an inventory of vacant or deteriorating historic properties. 1-3 Years and Ongoing HIGH Policy 2.3 for Decision- Makers: Encourage activities and initiatives that increase visitorship and visibility to Denton’s heritage assets and historic districts. Recommendation #2.15: Develop specific Courthouse Square viewshed protection provisions within the Unified Development Code. 1-3 Years and Ongoing MEDIUM City, HLC, DCOHC, DCVB, Other Partners Recommendation #2.16: Create a more comprehensive interpretive wayfinding and signage plan for Denton’s heritage sites. 1-3 Years and Ongoing MEDIUM City, HLC, DCOHC, DCVB, Other Partners Recommendation #2.17: Market heritage sites on other websites and tourism facilities. Ongoing HIGH City, DCVB, Other Partners Recommendation #2.18: Pursue preservation-based activities as part of the Denton’s downtown cultural district planning efforts. 4-10 Years HIGH City, HLC, Other Partners 111 76 Denton Historic Preservation Plan GOAL 3 Promote an effective, well-managed and integrated municipal historic preservation program that facilitates the preservation and stewardship of Denton’s architectural and historical resources. POLICY FOR DECISION MAKERS RECOMMENDATIONS IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE PRIORITY SCALE PARTIES Policy 3.1: Ensure efficient operations and support for the Denton Historic Landmark Commission. Recommendation #3.1: Form ad- hoc Historic Landmark Commission subcommittees to manage and implement various tasks related to survey and education efforts. 1-3 Years HIGH HLC Recommendation #3.2: Maintain Denton’s Certified Local Government status. Ongoing HIGH City, HLC Recommendation #3.3: Conduct regular trainings and create orientation materials for new commissioners to the Historic Landmarks Commission. Ongoing HIGH HLC, Other Partners Recommendation #3.4: Maintain a rules of procedure document.1-3 Years HIGH City, HLC Recommendation #3.5: Adopt an annual Historic Landmark Commission work plan. Ongoing HIGH HLC Recommendation #3.6: Complete designation reports for landmarks and districts. Ongoing HIGH City, HLC Policy 3.2: Update, adopt and implement preservation and other regulatory codes and mechanisms that support the preservation and reuse of Denton historic resources. Recommendation #3.7: Update the Denton Historic Preservation Ordinance to promote clarity in Certificate of Appropriateness procedures, Historic Landmarks Commission responsibilities, and demolition by neglect provisions, among other Ordinance enhancements. 1-3 Years and Ongoing HIGH Recommendation #3.8: Prepare a set of citywide design guidelines manuals. 4-10 Years HIGH City, HLC, Other Partners Recommendation #3.9: Prepare a more detailed hazard mitigation plan for historic resources in Denton. 1-3 Years HIGH City, HLC, Main Street Program, DCOEM, DCOHC, Other Partners Recommendation #3.10: Adopt and implement a historic property deconstruction program. 1-3 Years HIGH City, HLC, Other Partners 112 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 77 GOAL 4 Increase the awareness of historic preservation benefits through ongoing outreach and educational activities, youth engagement, and other programming activities. POLICY FOR DECISION MAKERS RECOMMENDATIONS IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE PRIORITY SCALE PARTIES 4.1 Policy: Support innovative education initiatives that inform, engage new audiences, and tell the stories of Denton’s multi-cultural and generational populations. Recommendation #4.1: Create “crowd-sourced” Denton history websites. 1-3 Years and Ongoing MEDIUM HLC, DCOHC, Main Street Program, Other Partners Recommendation #4.2: Encourage public participation in crowd- sourced community history storytelling activities. Ongoing MEDIUM Recommendation #4.3: Use social media and other digital technologies to promote Denton history and placemake public spaces. Ongoing MEDIUM Recommendation #4.4: Create a Denton committee of young preservation professionals. 1-3 Years and Ongoing MEDIUM Recommendation #4.5: Create a construction trades training program focused on historic building rehabilitation. 4-10 Years MEDIUM Recommendation #4.6: Develop an internet-accessible database for headstones in Denton’s historic cemeteries. 4-10 Years and Ongoing MEDIUM 4.2 Policy: Promote the use of existing programs and tools to educate the public on historic preservation’s benefits and advance community preservation goals. Recommendation #4.7: Improve visibility and awareness of tax exemption program to increase participation. Ongoing HIGH City, HLC, Other PartnersRecommendation #4.8: Increase awareness and use of Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit. Ongoing HIGH Recommendation #4.9: Include additional historic preservation information materials in the City of Denton website. Ongoing HIGH City, HLCRecommendation #4.10: Create a marketing plan to encourage additional Local Landmark designations. 1-3 Years and Ongoing HIGH Recommendation #4.11: Provide training to local realtors and bankers. 1-3 Years MEDIUM HPC, BCMOH, Other Partners City: City of Denton Departments; HLC: Historic Landmarks Commission; DCOHC: Denton County Office of History and Culture; DCOEM: Denton Office of Emergency Management; DCVB: Denton Convention and Visitors Bureau; Other Partners - educational and religious institutions, foundations, civic organizations, other preservation advocates at the local, regional, state, and national levels. 113 78 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 114 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 79 SECTION 3 DENTON HISTORIC RESOURCES 115 80 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Historic resources, whether buildings, sites, structures, and objects are associated with a particular historic context ― the significance of a resource in relation to its setting, location, and geography; association with important people or events; or, its place within a defined historical time period during a community’s growth and development. For example, the majority of historic resources located within the Denton County Courthouse Square National Register Historic District relate to Downtown Denton’s growth as both a commercial and government center during the late 19th century, especially after the construction of the Denton County Courthouse in 1896. However, the historic context period for Downtown Denton extends to the pre- and post-World War II years as new construction materials and stylistic preferences of the time period altered commercial building and storefront appearances. Other resources may share relationships with significant people or events in Denton’s history, such as the Little Chapel in the Woods, constructed on the campus of Texas Women’s University in 1939 and designed by O’Neil Ford, one of Texas most prominent Modernist architects of the 20th century. Help home owners maintain their properties and prevent the demolition of landmarks. Courthouse Square © Denton Main Street Survey respondent HISTORIC RESOURCES 116 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 81 EARLY DENTON SETTLEMENT Native-Americans, the Mexican Empire, and the Republic of Texas (1600s – 1840s) Denton County is located in north-central Texas and is comprised of portions of three prairie ecosystems – the Grand, the Blacklands and the Cross Timbers Prairies. These rich prairie soils would prove beneficial for agriculture in the county. A prehistoric Paleo-Indian culture of nomadic hunters, the Clovis people, lived in the area roughly 11,000 years ago. The Clovis people lived all across North America, and likely are the ancestors of all present-day Native Americans. Up to the 18th century, only Native Americans inhabited Denton County – mainly the Wichita and Caddo tribes who were both peaceful and who relied on hunting to survive. By the 1840s, following the immigration of white settlers and attacks by Commanche tribes further east, they were eventually forced to leave the county. The Spanish began exploring what is now Texas in the 1500s but remained mainly near the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. What is now Denton County was considered too far north for early exploration. The first Spanish missions were founded in the early 1700s, but settlement was slow to the frontier areas to the north, including Denton. By 1821, the War for Mexican Independence led to the removal of Spain from North America and the creation of the First Mexican Empire, which included Texas. The empire only lasted two years until the formation of the United Mexico States in 1824. As part of the new federal republic, the state of Coahuila y Tejas was created. The enticement of settlers to Texas remained difficult due to its distance from established towns and habitation by Native American tribes. In 1824, the new government passed the General Colonization Law which enabled foreigners to gain title to land in Mexico. Within just a few years the native Mexican population was the minority in Texas due to heavy immigration from American southern states. Chafing under Mexican rule, the citizens of Texas and the Mexican army fought in 1835, resulting in the defeat of Mexico and the founding of the Republic of Texas in 1836. One of the first acts of the new Congress was to repeal Mexico’s prohibition against slavery. Mexico did not recognize this independence and invaded Texas in 1842. Following several battles Mexico was defeated and Texas was annexed to the United States in 1845 to become the 28th state. That same year Texas voters approved a new constitution which endorsed slavery and the slave trade. Old Preston Road was established in 1840 as the main route allowing settlement into north Texas. The road followed part of an old Indian trail that extended from St. Louis to southwest Texas. The road was completed in 1843 by soldiers under the command of William Gordon Cooke, who was in charge of surveying and creating a military road for the Republic of Texas. Beginning at the town of Preston on the banks of the Red River, which forms part of the northern boundary of Texas approximately 50 miles north of Denton, the road runs south to downtown Dallas, skirting the east border of Denton County. The road fell out of use with the coming of the railroads in the 1870s. Denton and its neighboring 25 counties were unique in Texas in that they were part of a colonization project led by the Texian Land and Immigration Company based out of Louisville, Kentucky and more commonly known as the Peters Colony after William S. Peters, the company’s lead investor. The company was comprised of both American and English investors, including the sons and sons-in-law of Peters, an Englishman. Colonization began in 1841 and continued after statehood. The majority of colonists hailed from the “upper south” region of the United States – mainly Tennessee and Kentucky – and were white, protestant slave owners. The company’s first agreement with the government required them to settle 200 people within three years. These colonists would receive between 160 and 640 acres, depending on family size. Numerous contract extensions and boundary expansions resulted in confusion and mistrust among investors, resulting in changes to the makeup of shareholders and several company reorganizations. This also led to unrest within the colony as many settlers were upset with their deadlines for registering claims. This migration of settlers eventually extended to 26 counties. © Bullock Texas State History Museum HISTORIC CONTEXT 117 Established in 1846, Denton County was named for early pioneer, preacher and lawyer John B. Denton who was killed in a fight with Native Americans in 1841. The location of the county seat moved several times over the next ten years, but in 1856 voters determined that a more central location would be beneficial. The site chosen was a 100-acre tract owned by Hiram Cisco, William Loving, and William Woodruff. Named after the county, Denton was platted with 33 blocks and a centralized public square, later to see the construction of the second Denton County Courthouse constructed in its center in 1877. The square was designed using the Shelbyville Square plan (see illustration), which was the most common layout for county seats in Texas in the 19th century. The streets emanating from the Courthouse Square were named after trees found in the county. In 1866, Denton would incorporate as a city and the community’s central business district centered on the Courthouse Square would begin to flourish. The residential development grew outwards from the square towards the north, south and east. Four-block SquareHambonburg Square Shelbyville Square Lancaster Square 1856 18601864I.O.O.F. Cemetery established Founding of Denton as the county seat 1858 First hotel the Lacy House. 1841Peters Colony Texas admitted as the 28th state First newspaper The Review © Courthouse Square National Register Nomination 82 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 118 1877 1868187018751866186918741878City charter by state legislature; Incorporation of Denton. Construction of 1st courthouse (north side of square). First Mayor J.B. Sawyer Denton Fire Department established Davenport Mill began operation Free Colored School established (renamed Frederick Douglass School in 1898) Second newspaper The Monitor Freedman Town established Quakertown established 2nd Courthouse designed by J.H. Britton (center of square) Farming town (1850s – 1890s) The Denton County economy was dominated by agriculture and livestock in these early years. The major concern of the early settlers was simply making a living from the land. Subsistence farming was necessary due to poor transportation and their distance from larger communities. However, these early farms prospered growing corn and other vegetables on the fertile prairie land. The arrival of railroads in the 1880s was influential in the development of early industry, which included a cotton gin, plants for making bricks, mills for grinding corn meal and flour, and pottery production. The railroads provided the opportunity for the shipping and receiving of goods from farther away. Crops such as cotton and wheat replaced subsistence farming due to the combination of rich prairie soil and a larger market. Between 1890 and 1920 Denton County ranked either first or second in wheat production in the state. The Civil War (1861-1865) Denton was not largely impacted by the Civil War as the county was still sparsely populated, and Denton had only been founded five years earlier. As part of the Confederacy, eligible males between 15-50 were required to join in the fighting, leaving women, boys, and old men to maintain the farms. This had an economic impact on the community.population1870 361“Knowledge makes a man unfit to be a slave.” Frederick Douglas 19TH CENTURY DEVELOPMENT, THE CIVIL WAR, AND THE RAILROADS Denton Historic Preservation Plan 83 119 Railroads (1880s) The Texas and Pacific Railroad – the first to reach Denton – arrived on April 1, 1881, ushering in a new era for opportunities and commerce. The railway station was located east of the downtown square in the area where industry would grow. While the agricultural economy flourished, the lack of an east-west railroad linkage prevented Denton from developing as a wholesale or industrial center. By the turn of the century, Denton County ranked first in wheat production. The Farmers Alliance Mill, established in 1886, became one of Denton’s most successful agricultural businesses. Denton’s population doubled between 1880 and 1890 due in large part to the arrival of the railroad. A street railway system was developed beginning in 1896. In 1857, the first Denton County Courthouse, a small frame building, was built on the north side of the Courthouse Square, and destroyed by fire in 1876, prompting the construction of a brick Italianate style second Courthouse in the center of the square. The Courthouse-on-the-Square, built in the period from 1895 to 1897, served as the seat of Denton County government for 81 years. As Denton grew, so did the Courthouse Square, as commercial buildings transformed from one-story log structures to one- to-three story frame buildings. Early uses included dry goods stores, saloons, liveries, and hotels, which were commonly found in county seats. Residential Neighborhoods The growth in population from 1880 to 1900 almost quadrupled and marked the rapid expansion of residential neighborhoods to the north, south and west of the Courthouse Square. The city’s wealthier residents built grand homes to the west of downtown during the 1880s, leading to Oak Street becoming the preferred address, known informally as “Silk Stocking Row.” Although only a few houses survive from the late 19th century, they are typically large, elaborate frame structures designed in the Queen Anne style. Additional growth occurred immediately surrounding the Square, as well as to the south along Elm and Locust, where houses, a church and a hotel had developed by the early 1880s. North of downtown is the location of the African American neighborhood of Quakertown, which started to develop in the 1870s.populationpopulation1880 1890 1,1942,558188218861890First National Bank of Denton established Alliance Milling Company established North Texas Normal College and Teacher Training Institute (NTNCTTI) established 1881 Arrival of the Dallas and Wichita Railroad in Denton. 3rd newspaper The Chronicle First Brick School 1880s Silk Stocking Row along Oak Street gains popularity 84 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 120 African Americans in Denton Early immigrants to Denton were mainly from states like Kentucky and Tennessee who, when they came to Texas, brought slavery with them. The government of the Republic of Texas and, after 1845, the state legislature, passed a series of slave codes to regulate the behavior of those enslaved and to restrict the rights of free African Americans. The census counted about 400 free African Americans in 1860, although there may have been many more. Texas laws blocked the migration of free African Americans into the state. However, since most of the farmers in Denton County owned small acreage, and Denton was not settled until the mid-1850s, slaves were a small proportion of the county population. The county Census of 1850 lists 256 slaves out of a total population of about 5,000. In 1861, Denton County citizens voted to secede from the Union, although the margin of victory was narrow. During the Reconstruction period in the South, many African Americans moved from the state’s rural areas to cities such as Dallas, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. On the outskirts of these cities they established “freedman towns,” which became distinct African American communities – many of which still exist today. Denton’s earliest African American neighborhood was called Freedman Town and was originally comprised of 27 families from the White Rock area of Dallas County. Beginning around 1875 many of these families moved to Oakland Avenue and constructed homes, churches, stores, and a school, creating a neighborhood called Quakertown, named in honor of the Quakers – known for their abolitionism and non-violent beliefs. Begun in 1876, the Free Colored School was the only school for African Americans in Denton. By 1895, it was named Frederick Douglass School, and was the only African American high school in the county; African American students in Denton County who wished to continue their education after the 8th grade would have travel to attend Frederick Douglass School in Denton. This remained the case until integration closed the school in 1964. In other communities in Denton County the situation was much the same, with the only high school for black students being located within Quakertown in Denton. The original school burned down in 1913, and the new school was constructed southeast of downtown in the Solomon Hill neighborhood.populationpopulationpopulation1900 1910 1920 4,1874,7327,62618961914189218991901Streetcar lines and telephone service begin City charter adopting managerial form of government Water and electric service begin Wright Opera House built NTNCTTI becomes state teaching school 1894 Courthouse-on-the- Square designed by W. C. Dodson (current courthouse) Girls Industrial Institute and College of Texas established (later renamed Texas Woman’s University) 1894 Original City Hall demolished Denton Historic Preservation Plan 85 121 Quakertown flourished during the early 20th century. The corner of Holt and Oakland streets became the commercial center of the neighborhood, with a variety of businesses. By 1920, around 60 families, including several businesses, occupied the neighborhood. The successful expansion of Quakertown was not seen as positive by their neighbors, however. In 1920, what is now Texas Woman’s University (TWU) was seeking accreditation as an official liberal arts college, and determined that the poor African American community of Quakertown, on the steps of the College, was a visual and social detriment to the campus. The College, along with local groups, initiated a major campaign in 1921 for the City of Denton to purchase all properties in Quakertown to create a park. Quakertown property owners were given the choice of selling their property or having the City move their houses to new locations. These relocation choices were very limited, and many residents ultimately moved to Solomon Hill, though many others – including business and community leaders – left Denton altogether. Center of High Education The founding of Denton’s two colleges at the beginning of the 20th century transformed Denton from a largely agricultural community into a college town. As the colleges grew and flourished, so did Denton. The North Texas Normal College and Teacher Training Institute (NTNCTTI) was a private institute which began in 1890. In 1901, it was officially recognized as the state’s higher education teaching institution. It was renamed the North Texas State Teachers College in 1924 and is now the University of North Texas. The Texas state legislature authorized the creation of a college for women in 1901, wanting to provide an institution comparable to Texas A&M, which was restricted to men. Denton was chosen as the site for the Girls Industrial Institute and College in 1902, which changed its name numerous times before becoming Texas Woman’s University. Although the University has been fully co-educational since 1994, it is still the largest publicly-funded university in the U.S. primarily for women.1920192419241922Hickory Street at Courthouse Square is first paved street Dallas-Denton interurban rail line installed Denton Hospital and Clinic opens (closed 1956) First public library located in the Courthouse First all-weather road to Fort Worth built Denton Police Department established Dissolution of Quakertown, replaced by City park BEFOREAFTER1927 City Hall designed by Van Slyke and Woodruff population1930 9,5871935 Texas Theater opened downtown, renamed Fine Arts Theater in 1950s 86 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 122 Pre- and Post-World War I The first two decades of the 20th century saw significant developments in city infrastructure. The city took control of its own electricity and water by purchasing a plant from the Denton Water and Light Company in 1905. A sewer system and natural gas lines were installed by 1912. The city limits were extended further north and west to encompass both universities. Interurban rail systems became popular during the early twentieth century, and four interurban lines developed in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Additional railway made possible long-range commuting. Blocks of one-story bungalows, Tudor and Colonial Revival homes developed northwest of downtown between 1915 and 1940 around the old Denton High School (now Calhoun Middle School), constructed in 1923. The majority of the commercial buildings in Denton occur in the downtown, which is centered around the Courthouse Square. The second Courthouse was demolished in 1895 due to structural issues, and construction of the current Courthouse, designed in the Romanesque Revival Style by W. C. Dodson, began in 1895 and was completed in 1897. Each of the blocks around the Square suffered through numerous fires in the late 19th century, as well as modernization during the 20th century, and only seven buildings retain their original facades from that period, two of which include cast-iron elements. However, the square still retains much of its historic character, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2000.1959First City Manager instated, Homer Bly 1968 City Hall designed by O’Neil Ford populationpopulationpopulationpopulation1940 1950 1960 1970 11,19221,37226,84439,8741949 Little Chapel of the Woods, Texas Women’s University designed by O’Neil Ford and architect Arch Swank. 1939 Campus Theater opened downtown, now a performing arts center EARLY DENTON SETTLEMENT Denton Historic Preservation Plan 87 123 Denton in the 1920s-1930s By 1920, the city population had grown to 7,626. New neighborhoods began to develop, particularly around the growing universities. The areas to the north and west of Texas Woman’s University – along North Locust and Austin Streets and around Bell Avenue – developed mainly between 1915-1940, with a few earlier houses already in place. The neighborhoods to the north of the University of North Texas also developed during this period. TWU began to expand northward during the 1920s, with the availability of additional state funding. North Texas Normal College experienced enormous growth, as enrollment grew from 781 in 1901 to 4,736 by 1923. Agricultural production in Denton County peaked during the 1920s, but gradually declined through the 1960s. The effects of the Depression were felt throughout the area’s entire economy. Projects funded by the Works Progress Administration saw the installation of new water and sewer lines, flood control along the creeks, and the construction of sidewalks around the square. The 1930s saw local architect O’Neil Ford design numerous buildings in his early Texas Modern style of architecture. Along with architect Arch Swank, in 1939 he designed the Little Chapel in the Woods, located on the campus of the Texas State College for Women (TWU), and considered their most innovative work. World War II and the Post-War Era Denton’s proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth defense plants further expanded its role as a suburb of the metropolitan area. While housing was in short supply in Dallas and Fort Worth, Denton offered a good housing stock and most amenities found in the larger city. Denton had begun to recover from the Depression as early as 1938 as bank deposits grew and merchants in the downtown area began modernizing their storefronts. The Servicemen’s 197019701979Men become eligible to attend Texas Woman’s University First Denton Arts and Jazz Festival 19721991Greater Denton Arts Council formed Adaptive use of a City warehouse into the Center for the Visual Arts (now Patterson- Appleton Arts Center) Golden Triangle Mall constructed on outskirts of town, drawing shoppers away from Courthouse Square populationpopulationpopulation1980 1990 2000 48,06366,27080,5371985 Oak-Hickory Local Historic District designated 2000 Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square listed in the National Register. 88 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 124 Readjustment Act of 1944, known more familiarly as the G. I. Bill, was responsible for much of the housing boom nationwide, and Denton was no exception. The bill provided low interest loans with zero down payment that favored new construction over existing housing. This required that communities build new housing. The city continuously annexed land to accommodate a growing population, mostly on the northeast and northwest sides. Platted subdivisions of modern suburban-type homes soon replaced agricultural land. Both universities underwent considerable expansion during the 1950s-1960s, which contributed to a population boom in Denton, with nearly half the city’s population comprised of students. The citizens of Denton voted in 1959 to adopt the council-manager form of government. The city continued to grow and expand through the 1960s-1970s, adding industries and continuing annexation. Proximity to Dallas and Fort Worth, as well as the airport and interstate highways, were a major factor in the increasing industry, university 2018 Denton’s continued suburban expansion pushed businesses away from the downtown area. By the 1980s, few businesses remained on the courthouse square. The city saw unprecedented population growth over this period, growing in size from 48,000 to an estimated 136,000. This period also saw a growing Latino community make Denton its home. Recognizing the potential economic benefits of preservation, the city established a historic preservation ordinance in 1980. The establishment of a successful Main Street Program and the restoration of the Denton County Courthouse in 1986 were instrumental in the ongoing revitalization of the downtown Courthouse Square.population2018 132,077DENTON TODAY2008 West Oak Local Historic District established by the City of Denton Bell Avenue Historic District established Courthouse Square © Denton Main Street DENTON TODAY Denton Historic Preservation Plan 89 125 90 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Historic resources are defined through the following categories: • Buildings: examples include houses, barns, commercial buildings, theaters, and factory buildings • Structures: examples include water towers and bridges • Sites: examples include parks, gardens, and cemeteries • Objects: examples include statues, monuments, and brick streets • Districts: groups of buildings, structures, sites and/or objects within a defined boundary In most instances, historic resources are associated with a particular historic context that has been identified in National Register nominations or other survey and documentation projects. For example, historic resources located within the Oak-Hickory Historic District may be related to Denton ’s earliest residential development. In a different instance, an Art Deco style commercial building constructed in Downtown Denton during the first decades of the 20th century is a representative example of a distinctive architectural style popular during that time period. Other resources may share relationships with a significant person(s) or event(s) in Denton’s history. The resource types found in Denton are summarized in this section and include information gathered from various National Register nominations and survey projects undertaken by the City and other entities over the years. ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES Archaeological resources generally consist of artifacts or features that mark a place or site of previous settlement. Artifacts and features could include earthen mounds or burial grounds; remnants of building foundations, including forts and encampments; homesteads and privies; caves; old trails and roads; weaponry; and old mills, smokehouses, and religious structures. Concentrations of artifacts in one location often signifies an important archaeological site that may date from Denton’s early and pre-historic settlements to the relatively recent building construction of the City’s first pioneer newcomers during the mid-1800s. While the word archaeology is commonly associated with more ancient aspects of history, Federal and State of Texas archaeological laws consider archaeological remains and artifacts as recently as 1950. Denton’s archaeological resources, determined through research, surveys and excavations over the last 50 years, include recovered items such as stone fragments and Native American artifacts. Perhaps the Denton area’s most important archaeological resources are the 19th century pottery kilns located at five different sites: • Cranston Site • Roark-Griffith Site • J. S. Lambert Site • H. Serren Site • Wilson-Donaldson Site Roark-Griffith Site © Denton County Office of History and Culture DENTON HISTORIC RESOURCES 126 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 91 COMMERCIAL RESOURCES Downtown Denton, including the Courthouse Square, contains the city’s most important concentration of historic commercial buildings. Another important historic commercial area includes the Fry Street area near the University of North Texas and a group of commercial buildings on South Locust. Other historic commercial buildings of different time periods are scattered in different locations within the older sections of the city. Like many communities around the country, Denton’s downtown experienced different periods of growth and change since the 1850s when the community first began to be settled and the Courthouse Square was first platted. These growth periods are reflected with different generations of building types and styles up until the 1990s with the Downtown’s most recent developments. Denton is like many communities with the first generation of downtown buildings often constructed in wood given their ready availability from nearby milling operations. The first Denton County Courthouse was of log construction and located on the north side of the Courthouse Square. Towards the latter decades of the 19th century, with the coming of the Dallas and Wichita Railroad, and expanding agricultural industry in the County, the Downtown began to grow with new buildings accommodating a broader array of commercial services. By 1896, the Downtown square was built out and lined with one- to two-story buildings constructed mainly in brick or stone and stylized in some cases with corbeled cornices, window hoods, and storefronts with transom windows and fixed canopies. Architectural styles ranged from more vernacular forms to Italianate, Classical Revival and Greek Revival styles. Each of the blocks around the Square suffered through numerous fires in the late 19th century, as well as modernization during the 20th century, and only seven buildings retain their original facades from this period, including the Paschall Building (1882) at 122 North Locust and the Scripture Building (1881) at 123 North Elm, which both retain their cast iron storefronts. Downtown’s growth as a major commercial and government center in Denton County is demonstrated by the Romanesque Revival Denton County Courthouse, constructed from 1896 and designed by architect W. C. Dodson. In the early decades of the 20th century, the early generations of commercial buildings were gradually replaced with more permanent buildings as downtown continued to grow as a center for business, shopping, and entertainment, mostly due to reputation as a center for higher learning. Commercial buildings with larger floor plates were often necessitated by the emergence of the department store and larger grocery stores as the prime downtown shopping attractions; others were remodeled in a refined Commercial-style with simpler ornamentation and architectural features - squared windows, more expansive storefronts and restrained cornice detailing - typical of the time period in many downtowns across Texas, as well as in other states. Representative examples of the larger commercial buildings of the time period can be found along the north and south sides of the Courthouse Square. The two- story Evers Hardware Company Building (1913) at 109 West Hickory is an example of a simple Two-Part Commercial building with Classical Revival detailing. The McClurkin Building (1915) at 207 West Hickory is an example of a larger Two-Part Commercial style building with Classical Revival façade treatments. Texas Building, Campus Theater © The Lakota Group 127 92 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Theaters, such as the Fine Arts Theater (1895/1921/1952, Dreamland Theater) at 119 North Elm and the Campus Theater (1949) at 214 West Hickory, would become focal points of social gatherings and entertainment. The west side of the Courthouse Square became known as “theater row” as seven theaters were operating downtown by mid-century. Most of the buildings around the square are simple one- and two-story commercial style buildings with simplified elements of an architectural style; however, there is one building on the Square that is truly designed in a specific architectural style, and that is the Denton National Bank (1913) at 100 North Locust. This high-style Classical Revival edifice was designed with a Temple Front building form in a variation known as distyle in antis (two-story recessed entry with flanking identical columns). In the post-World War II years, the buildings downtown and around the Courthouse Square, as in other downtown districts from the 1950s and 60s, would see construction of Modernist buildings and renovations, and other late Modern buildings constructed in the 70s and 80s. Several one- and two-story brick buildings were constructed downtown during this period, and all reflect minimalist design. Examples include 106 North Locust (1946), 209 West Hickory (1949), 109 North Elm (1955) and 111 North Elm (1955). The Stockard Building (1950s) at 120 East Oak is a Mid- Century Modern design, while the Wells Fargo Bank (1961/1972) at 101 South Locust is Postmodern. INDUSTRIAL AND AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGS Morrison Milling Company (1886-1936, Alliance Milling Company) at 319 East Prairie has been a major community landmark for decades, with the huge “Morrison Corn-Kits” sign on the roof of this grain mill. Old City Warehouse (1929, Center for the Visual Arts) at 400 East Hickory is the only local example of the “Southwest Industrial” style of architecture, making it a unique and important Denton landmark. The Old Mill (1941) at 421 East Hickory was an addition to the Graham Mill and Elevator Company, which was constructed in 1900 – and later became the Kimbell- Diamond Milling Company. The mill and elevator were destroyed by fire in 1967. The mill, a utilitarian brick design with simplified Dutch parapet, was used as a warehouse and to process commercial feed. The collection of early- 20th century corrugated steel structures at Dennis’ Farm Store, 320 Bell Place, represent Denton’s strong agricultural history through a more vernacular design. Morrison Milling Co. © Denton Public Library 128 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 93 Old City Hall and Civic Center © The Lakota Group TRANSPORTATION, INFRASTRUCTURE, ROADS, AND BRIDGES Historic resources related to transportation in Denton include several concrete and stone drainage ditches, which were installed by the Great Depression-era Works Progress Administration (WPA) in the 1930s. Perhaps the most significant transportation-related historic resources are the truss steel bridges that have been preserved through a program between the Denton County Historical Commission and Denton County, many being relocated and re-purposed as pedestrian bridges. This on-going program has saved at least 19 bridges to date, including the County Line Road Bridge, installed in 1940 over Denton Creek and relocated to North Lakes Park in Denton in 2001; the Donald Road Bridge, installed over South Hickory Creek in 1903 and moved to the Denton County Health Department, 525 South Loop, in 2006; the Gregory Road Bridge, installed over Duck Creek about 1923 and relocated to the Denton County Health Department, 525 South Loop, in 2007; and the Rector Road Bridge, installed over Clear Creek in 1908 and relocated to Guyer High School, 7501 Teasley Lane, in 2004. CIVIC AND GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS Civic and government buildings reflect a community’s political and cultural development. Downtown Denton has historically been the home of most civic and governmental institutions, including the Spanish Colonial Revival style Old City Hall (1927) by Van Slyke and Woodruff at 221 North Elm; the Brutalist-influenced U.S. Post Office and Federal Building (1975) at 101 East McKinney; the Georgian Revival style Old U. S. Post Office (1919) at 210 North Locust; and the old Fire Hall (1930) at 1515 North Elm Street on Denton’s north side. The Old Denton County Courthouse (1897) by W. C. Dodson at the Courthouse Square is noted for its exuberant design in the Romanesque Revival style with Second Empire details; it serves as home to the Denton County Historical Society, the Denton County Historical Commission, and the Denton County Office of History and Culture, who manages the building. Just to the northeast of downtown is Quakertown Park, home to numerous civic buildings such as Denton City Hall (1967) by O’Neil Ford; Denton Civic Center (1966) also by O’Neil Ford; and the Emily Fowler Central Library (1949) by Wyatt C. Hedrick with 1969 and 1980 additions by O’Neil Ford. While not located downtown, the Federal Regional Center (1964) at 800 North Loop 288 on the city’s east side is an excellent example of the Mid-Century Modern style, represented by geometric designs such as stone panels and decorative screens, square posts, a flat roof, and a distinctive folded plate porte-cochere roof. The building is one of five sites constructed nationwide as locations for underground facilities prompted by the Cold War and was the first to be built. Today, the Denton facility serves as the Region VI headquarters for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). 129 94 Denton Historic Preservation Plan CHURCHES AND RELIGIOUS BUILDINGS Religious buildings reflect a community’s social and cultural development. The location of a church was dependent on where specific ethnic and population groups settled, how neighborhoods developed, the availability of land and/ or the gifts of major benefactors. Denton’s historic churches and religious institutions were constructed within close proximity to the downtown Courthouse Square district during the early- to mid-20th century, such as the Classical Revival First United Methodist Church (1923) at 201 S. Locust Street, and the Little Chapel-in-the-Woods (1939) at 415 Chapel Drive on the campus of Texas Woman’s University. The chapel was designed by O’Neil Ford and Arch Swank. Another Mid-Century design by Ford and Howard Wong is the First Christian Church of Denton (1959) at 1203 North Fulton Street. The St. James African American Methodist Episcopal Church (1922) at 1107 East Oak, is the oldest African-American church in Denton and considered to be the third oldest in Texas, originally founded in 1875. It was moved to its current location from the former Quakertown location. RESIDENTIAL RESOURCES Residential buildings are the most common historic resource type found in Denton, and therefore best represent the city’s architectural and development history. Denton’s earliest residential neighborhoods extended outwards from the downtown Courthouse Square along major arterials, such as Oak and Hickory Streets to the west, and Locust and Elm Streets to the north and south; the railroad and associated industrial uses dominated the land area east of the downtown. Residential expansion continued in successive decades to the northeast and northwest portions of the community. Denton’s historic residential resources span the decades of major development periods in the city from the 1880s to the 1960s as Denton grew from its early roots as an agricultural center - its economic prosperity bolstered during in the early decades of the 20th century by the founding of its higher education institutions. Therefore, the majority of historic residential resources in Denton date from the 1900s to the 1960s, where neighborhoods such as Silk Stocking Row (now the Oak-Hickory Historic District), as well as Idiots Hill, were mainly developed or built out. Residential resources also demonstrate a diversity between vernacular worker homes and high-style construction of representative architectural styles popular during specific time periods – such as Craftsman in the early 1900s and Tudor Revival in the 1920s, for example. Minimal Traditional and Ranch homes define the housing styles and types of the post-World War II years, largely found in the neighborhoods beyond the immediate downtown area. Lomax House, 723 W. Oak © The Lakota Group © The Lakota Group 130 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 95 Denton’s earliest architecture consists mainly of single-family Queen Anne homes found in the Oak-Hickory Historic District, many built for prominent Denton merchants. Succeeding decades would see the remaining lots in the earliest neighborhoods developed with a mix of American-derived house styles such as the Foursquare and the Craftsman bungalow. Bungalows would be found in many other Denton neighborhoods, including the Congress School neighborhood and along North Bolivar Street, and represent the most popular housing type in Denton. As Denton grew during the early 20th century, period revival architecture, including Colonial and Tudor Revival - styles that take their inspiration from European domestic design traditions – became prevalent. After World War II, the horizontal Ranch house and the Minimal Traditional – commonly-known as the Cape Cod cottage, a spare, box- like form of the Colonial Revival – became preferred housing products in newly developing areas of Denton, such as the Idiots Hill neighborhood. Ranch housing types were favored by the American public after World War II, reflecting the desire for larger but affordable homes, in contrast to the smaller Cape Cod or Minimal Traditional residences that were constructed on the smaller lots on earlier subdivision plats. The Carroll Park Subdivision is representative of the numerous Denton neighborhoods where the Minimal Traditional type home is predominant. Other housing developments and subdivisions from the 1950s can be found in the northeast and southeast portions of Denton. Despite the existence of many examples of high-style residential architectural styles, about 12 percent of Denton’s historic housing resources were constructed in vernacular forms with materials mass-produced or milled locally or near Denton. Vernacular forms, such as the Center-Passage or L-Plan home, would retain their basic, distinguishing shapes but would be finished in different cladding materials. Some housing would not incorporate any distinguishing architectural elements, making them purely a functional dwelling unit. Local developers and contractors would largely build such housing given the availability of building materials, parts and architectural plans that were widely distributed through books, periodicals and other publications distributed during the decades from the 1880s to the 1950s. Noyle-Graham-Millicen House, 705 W. Oak © The Lakota Group 131 96 Denton Historic Preservation Plan EDUCATIONAL BUILDINGS AND INSTITUTIONS Significant educational buildings include local Denton schools and the facilities of higher education institutions. Important among local schools is the Denton Senior High School (1924) by Wiley G. Clarkson at 709 West Congress, now Calhoun Middle School. Texas Woman’s University was founded in 1901 and retains many of its original buildings across campus, including the first – Old Main Building (1903) designed by architects Dodson and Scott. Other historic buildings include Stoddard Hall (1936); Music Building (1937); the Science and Arts buildings, and Student Union (1941); now the Dance- Gymnastics Laboratory; Central Dining Hall, now Hubbard Hall; Woodcock Hall (1951); and, the Blagg-Huey Library. The campus has been tied together visually through the use of the Georgian Revival style in most of the older buildings. The University of North Texas was founded in 1890 and retains a number of its early buildings – including the University’s oldest building – Historical Building (1913), now Curry Hall; Chilton Hall (1939); the Hurley Administration Building (1955); Sycamore Hall (1937); Crumley Hall (1961); Willis Library (1970), as well as a number of residence halls. The campus has been tied together visually through the use of the Classical Revival style in most of the older buildings. DENTON BUILDING PERIODS Denton’s historic building resources can be categorized and understood in their historic context by their construction dates. Listed below are the time segments that reflect the general themes of development in Denton: • Pre-1900: Early Development and Settlement • 1901 – 1920: Early 20th Century • 1921 – 1940: Revival Period • 1941 – 1960: Post World War II / Mid-Century Modern • 1961 – 1980: Modern Eclectic • 1981 – 2000: Post-Modern / Late 20th Century • 2001 – Now: Early 21st Century The map on the following page locates buildings by their period of construction within the City of Denton. As the map reflects, Denton’s older heritage resources – generally between 1882 and 1941 – are concentrated in the older areas of the city around and near the downtown Courthouse Square, west along Oak Street and scattered properties to the north of downtown. Later developments and subdivisions – depicted in shades of light red – document resources constructed after World War II through the 1970s. Similarities in building age in a given area typically correspond to similarities in the neighborhood’s architecture and building forms. Information compiled on this map has come from numerous sources and may not be complete nor accurate. 132 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 97 Figure 9: City of Denton Building Age MCKI N N E Y S T .CAROLL BLVD.TEASLEY LN35 E A S T I-35 EMERY ST.SHERMAN DR.MINGO DR. ELM S T .MEADOW ST.CITY OF DENTON BUILDING AGE BY PARCEL Legend District boundary 1872 - 1900 1941 - 1960 1901 - 1920 1961 - 1980 1921 - 1940 1981 - 2000 2001 - 2013 133 98 Denton Historic Preservation Plan A significant number of historic resources in Denton are officially designated Denton City Landmarks or listed in the National Register of Historic Places, either individually or as part of a district. Several historic resource surveys and inventories have been undertaken over the last twenty-five years where properties and structures have been identified for future landmarking and district designation. Prioritizing future designations is discussed in a later section of the State of the City Report. The types of designations include nomination in the National Register of Historic Places and local landmarks and districts (see Figure 13 on page 105). NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES (NRHP) The National Register of Historic Places is this nation’s official list of buildings, structures, sites, and objects worthy of preservation. The National Register is a program of the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior, and is authorized under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. It is administered in Texas by the Texas Historical Commission. National Register designation is honorary and poses no restrictions on the use of property but provides significant financial benefits, including eligibility for the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Credits. Properties may be listed individually in the National Register or be included as part of a district within definable geographic boundaries. Districts may also include accessory structures, fences and natural resources having historical, architectural, archaeological, or cultural significance. NRHP-listed properties (as of April 2019): • Denton County Courthouse (Courthouse Square, listed 1977) • Fairhaven Retirement Home (2400 N Bell Ave, listing anticipated 2019) • Pottery Kiln Sites Multiple Property Listing (addresses restricted, listed 1982) • Rector Road Bridge (Guyer High School, 7501 Teasley Lane, listed 2004) • Pioneer Woman Statue – Monuments and Buildings of the Texas Centennial Multiple Property Listing (Texas Woman’s University, listed 2018) • NRHP-listed Districts within Denton: »Courthouse Square National Register Historic District (listed 2000) »Historic and Architectural Resources of Denton Multiple Property Nomination (listed 2000) Each National Register Historic District is described in more detail in the following Historic District descriptions. Rector Road Bridge © Renelibrary EXISTING LANDMARKS AND DISTRICTS 134 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 99 Courthouse Square National Register Historic District The Courthouse Square National Register Historic District is centrally located in downtown Denton and within the center of the original town plan. The district is roughly bounded by Pecan and Walnut Street, North Cedar Street and North Austin Street. The Courthouse Square District contains 30 contributing resources and 20 non-contributing resources, with a period of significance starting circa 1882 and ending in 1949. Properties built after 1949 are generally considered noncontributing to the Historic District. The District was eligible for the National Register under Criterion A for commerce, community development and planning. The District comprises nine (9) square blocks of mainly one- and two-story brick commercial buildings, including One- and Two-Part Commercial, Temple Front and Courthouse building types. Its historical significance under Criteria A lies in its concentration of properties that represent significant aspects of the economic, physical, and governmental development of Denton. With a spectacular courthouse dominating the center of the square, the surrounding streets are lined with commercial buildings representing several phases in the economic development of the city (Denton County Courthouse Square Historic District NR Nomination). Historic and Architectural Resources of Denton Multiple Property Nomination The Multiple Property Documentation Form nominates groups of related significant properties which are organized into historic contexts and describes the property types that represent those historic contexts. This nomination is a cover document that serves as a basis for evaluating the National Register eligibility of related properties. It may be used to nominate and register individual or thematically-related historic properties simultaneously in the future. This nomination provides the historic context for the development and growth of the City of Denton, discussing in detail the factors that led to the city’s founding, the layout and development of the Courthouse Square, the founding of the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University and their impact on the economy, the arrival of the railroad and its impact on the economy and local industry, early 20th century residential and commercial development, the dissolution of the Quakertown neighborhood and the creation of the City Park, changes in agriculture, the work of architect O’Neil Ford, and the post-World War II expansion of the City. The nomination then provides an overview of the property types found within the City of Denton, of which 91 percent is residential represented by 2,200 buildings. Commercial properties make up 5 percent of the city represented by 136 buildings, the majority of which surround the Courthouse Square. Institutional properties make up 1 percent of the city represented by 42 buildings. The criteria for nominating residential, commercial and institutional properties under the nomination are provided. Finally, the nomination provides an overview of building types and styles for each property type. DISTRICT RESOURCES Buildings Structures Sites Objects Total 30 20 27 19 0 0 1 1 1 1 CONTRIBUTING Table 4: Denton Main Street Cumulative Investments NON- CONTRIBUTING 135 100 Denton Historic Preservation Plan oak St. gregg St. haynes st. anderson st. congress st. egan st. parkway st. pearl st. hickory st. sycamore st. chestnut st. prairie st.bernard st.welch St.fulton st.ponder ave.mounts ave.denton st.alice st. cott st.carroll blvd.Amarillo st.Figure 10: Oak-Hickory Local Historic District OAK-HICKORY LOCAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Legend District boundary Parcels Buildings Buildings in the District Oak-Hickory Local Historic District Adopted in 1985, the Oak-Hickory Historic District consists of 70 buildings and structures encompassing multiple blocks along Oak, Hickory, and Denton Streets as well as Mounts Avenue. The Oak-Hickory Historic District includes many of Denton’s oldest and finest homes, as the area has long been known as “Silk Stocking Row,” including early 20th century Revival styles, Queen Anne, Prairie, Craftsman bungalows, as well as mid-century ranch homes. Many individual Denton Local Landmarks are located within the district. LOCAL DESIGNATIONS 136 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 101 oak St. houston PL. hickory st stella st. sycamore st. scripture st. sena st. houston pl.bradley st.avenue dnorth texas blvd.avenue gavenue Hhillcrest st.ector st.gober st.Marietta st.avenue calamo pl. Figure 11: Oak-Hickory Local Historic District WEST OAK AREA LOCAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Legend District boundary Parcels Buildings Buildings in the District West Oak Area Local Historic District Adopted in 2008, the West Oak Area Historic District consists of 89 buildings encompassing multiple blocks along Oak, Jagoe, Marietta, Bradley and Thomas Streets as well as Houston Place. The West Oak Area Historic District consists of several architecturally significant homes, including early 20th century Revival styles, Craftsman bungalows and cottages, as well as mid-century Minimal Traditional and Ranch homes. 137 102 Denton Historic Preservation Plan SHERMAN DR.roberts st.palmer dr.frame st.BELL ave.fowler dr.Oaklawn ave. Greenwood dr. b r ow n d r . forest st. woodland ST. UNIVERSITY DR. peach st.bell ave.preston pl . Figure 12: Oak-Hickory Local Historic District BELL AVENUE LOCAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Legend District boundary Parcels Buildings Buildings in the District Bell Avenue Local Historic District Adopted in 2019, the Bell Avenue Historic District consists of 28 buildings and encompasses a three-block stretch of North Bell Avenue in the Idiots Hill neighborhood. The district consists of several architecturally significant homes, including the Gertrude Gibson House at 1819 North Bell, as well as early 20th century bungalows and ranch types. The area was previously a Local Historic Conservation District. 138 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 103 LOCAL CITY LANDMARKS A Denton City Landmark is any building, structure, site, district, area, and land that meets one or more of the following criteria: 1. Character, interest, or value as part of the development, heritage or cultural characteristics of the City, state, or the United States; 2. Recognition as a recorded state historic landmark, a national historic landmark or entered into the National Register of Historic Places; 3. Embodiment of distinguishing characteristics of an architectural type or specimen; 4. Identification as the work of an architect or master builder whose individual work has influenced the development of the City; 5. Embodiment of elements of architectural design, detail, material, or craftsmanship which represent a significant architectural innovation; 6. Relationship to other distinctive buildings, sites or areas which are eligible for preservation according to a plan based on architectural, historic, or cultural motif; 7. Portrayal of the environment of a group of people in an area of history characterized by a distinctive architectural style; 8. Archaeological value in that it has produced or can be expected to produce data affecting theories of historic or prehistoric interest; 9. Exemplification of the cultural, economic, social, ethnic, or historical heritage of the City, state, or United States; 10. Location as the site of a significant historic event; 11. Identification with a person who significantly contributed to the culture and development of the City, State or United States; 12. A building or structure that because of its location has become of value to a neighborhood, community area or the City; 13. Value as an aspect of community sentiment or public pride. Local City Landmark designation does not regulate the use of the property; however, exterior changes and alterations, as well as proposed demolition, is reviewed by the Historic Landmark Commission. 139 104 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Local City Landmarks in Denton (as of April 2019) include: 1. Barrow House (1940) – 805 Bolivar Street 2. Bird-Davis House (1914) – 924 W. Oak Street 3. Blewett House (c. 1898) – 903 W. Oak Street 4. Blount-Greenlee House (c. 1895) – 703 Bolivar Street 5. Boyd-Wadley House (n/a) – 2016 N. Bell Avenue 6. Burgoon Boarding House (c. 1914) – 322 Texas Street 7. Campus Theater (1949) – 200-214 W. Hickory Street 8. Christal House (1906) – 722 W. Oak Street 9. Craddock House (1895-1900) – 2044 W. Oak Street 10. Cunningham House (1929) – 1015 W. Oak Street 11. Denton County Courthouse (1896) – 110 W. Hickory Street 12. Denton County National Bank (1913) – 100 N. Locust Street 13. Denton Woman’s Club (1928) – 610 Oakland Street 14. Dobbins-Capps House (1926) – 915 W. Oak Street 15. Elizabeth and James Isaac Anderson House (1929) – 1011 W. Oak Street 16. Evers House (1903) – 1035 W. Oak Street 17. F. V. Garrison House (c. 1900) – 1004 W. Oak Street 18. George W. Morrell House (1924) – 1109 W. Congress Street 19. Gertrude Gibson House (1929) – 1819 N. Bell Avenue 20. Giuseppe’s Brownlow House (1902) – 821 N. Locust 21. Herrick House (1923) – 1513 N. Locust Street 22. Ina and H. G. Brown House (n/a) – 1120 N. Locust Street 23. J. B. Farris House (1924) – 818 W. Oak Street 24. James and Ada Raley House (1895) – 801 W. Oak Street 25. James N. and Eva Rayzor House (1913) – 1003 W. Oak Street 26. John and Annie Maclachlan House (1912) – 1314 N. Locust Street 27. Judge Ben Jackson House (n/a) – 717 W. Oak Street 28. Judge J. W. Sullivan House (1920) – 1023 W. Oak Street 29. Kimbrough-Tobin House (n/a) – 120-122 W. Oak Street 30. L. and Idella Bailey House (1913) – 610 W. Oak Street 31. Lipscomb-Doggett House (1895) – 918 W. Oak Street 32. Lomax House (c. 1898) – 723 W. Oak Street 33. Martin-Russell House (1931) – 811 W. Oak Street 34. May-Wilkerson House (1878/1885) – 609 W. Oak Street 35. McClurkan House (1936) – 812 W. Oak Street 36. McCrory’s Variety Store (1901) – 118-120 N. Locust Street 37. Noyle-Graham-Millican House (1905) – 705 W. Oak Street 38. Oakwood Cemetery (1857) – E. Prairie and Bradshaw Streets 39. Old City Warehouse (1929) – 400 E. Hickory Street 40. Old Denton City Hall (1927) – 221 N. Elm Street 41. Old Denton Post Office (1919) – 218 N. Locust Street 42. Old Mill (1941) – 421 E. Hickory Street 43. Old Power Plant (1929) – 400 E. Hickory Street 44. Original Evers House (n/a) – 217 E. Oak Street 45. Paschall Building (1877) – 122 N. Locust Street 46. Ratliff-Schultz House (c. 1900/1949) – 923 W. Oak Street 47. Raymond and Iris May House (n/a) – 619 Pearl Street 48. Rayzor-Graham House (1912) – 928 W. Hickory Street 49. Robert Mounts House (1898) – 305 Mounts Avenue 50. Russell House (1890) – 1555 Lindsey Street 51. Scripture-Deavenport House (1885/1905) – 819 W. Oak Street 52. Scripture Building (1882) – 123 N. Elm Street 53. Sherman Building (n/a) – 101 N. Elm Street 54. Simmons-Maxwell House (1915) – 607 Pearl Street 55. Smith House (1922) – 1108 W. Congress Street 56. Stafford-Abbott House (1914) – 1018 W. Oak Street 57. T. W. Daugherty and Sons Site (n/a) – 119 W. Hickory Street 58. Tom and Philo Sample House (1940) – 912 W. Oak Street 59. Vacant Landmark Site (n/a) – 619 Grove Street 60. W. R. Lakey House (1922) – 520 N. Austin Street 61. The Locust Street Inn (1912) – 815 N. Locust Street 62. Unknown Name (n/a) – 900 Egan Street 140 Figure 13: Local City Landmarks LOCAL LANDMARKS 56 29 28 10 15 48 25 46 16 58 23 35 49 47 54 30 37 2724 32333 5114 34 53 57 11 40 41 45 36 12 44 43 42 39 38 13 6 5 1 4 61 62 22 26 21 9 19 50 59 20 60 52 7 28 17 31 55 18 Legend District boundary Buildings Local Landmark (In West Oak Local Historic District) (South of the City) Denton Historic Preservation Plan 105 141 106 Denton Historic Preservation Plan LOCAL CONSERVATION DISTRICTS A Local Historic Conservation District is a geographically defined area including a landmark or a group of landmarks, created by the City Council for the purpose of historic preservation. The City Council may establish more than one such historic conservation district. Landmarks within the boundaries of a historic conservation district are related by historical, architectural, or archaeological significance. Designation criteria for Local Historic Conservation Districts are stated within Section 35.7.7 of Denton’s Unified Development Code: 1. The proposed district must include buildings, structures, or sites which are fifty (50) years of age or be of historical significance. 2. The proposed district must include buildings, structures, or sites that have common character defining features and be of common form. 3. The proposed district must include buildings, structures, or sites which are similar in size, massing and scale and/ or have a common streetscape and/or have similar spatial relationships and/or contain common visual qualities such as vegetation, vistas, orientation, set back, spacing, site coverage, exterior features, or materials. 4. The proposed district must express a local identity as recognizable combinations of qualities common throughout an identifiable geographical area. As of August 2019, there are currently no designated Local Historic Conservation Districts. However, the Bell Avenue Local District was formerly a Local Historic Conservation District. RECORDED TEXAS HISTORIC LANDMARKS Administered by the Texas Historical Commission, Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHL) are buildings, sites, or structures significant architecturally or historically to the State of Texas. To be eligible for designation, historic resources must be at least 50 years old and possess a high level of integrity; owner consent for the designation is also required. Properties designated as RTHLs may be eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places in some cases; in others, National Register listed properties may not be eligible as an RTHL. Proposed exterior alterations to RTHLs beyond regular maintenance are reviewed by the Texas Historical Commission; property owners are required to notify the Commission of pending work 60 days before its commencement. The Commission may also institute an additional 30-day waiting period if a satisfactory decision has not been reached regarding building project plans. Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks are marked in Denton by distinctive marker medallions; RTHLs are also counted as part of the Texas Historical Marker program (discussed below). Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (as of April 2019) within Denton include: • Campus Theater (1949) – 214 West Hickory Street • Christal House (1906) – 722 West Oak Street • Old Denton City Hall (1927) – 221 N. Elm Street • Denton County Courthouse (1896) – 110 West Hickory Street • Denton Senior High School (1924) – 709 Congress Street • James N. and Eva T. Rayzor House (1909) – 1003 West Oak Street • Lipscomb-Doggett House (1895) – 918 West Oak Street • Little Chapel in the Woods (1939) – 415 Chapel Drive • Martin-Russell House (1925-27) – 811 West Oak Street • Mounts-Wright House (1898) – 403 Mounts Avenue • Rayzor-Graham House (1912) – 928 West Hickory Street • Robert Mounts House (1898) – 305 Mounts Avenue 142 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 107 • Scripture-Deavenport House (1885/1912) – 819 West Oak Street • Simmons-Maxwell House (1915) – 607 Pearl Street TEXAS HISTORICAL MARKERS The Texas Historical Marker Program, also administered by the Texas Historical Commission, commemorates buildings and places with special historical, architectural, and cultural significance to the nation, as well as the State of Texas, or a Texas region or locality. Commemoration takes the form of plaque markers that convey or interpret the history and significance of the site or building. Applications for the Historical Marker Program are taken annually by the Commission, although they must be first reviewed by the local County Historical Society (CHS). Denton Historical Marker applications are reviewed by the Denton County Historical Society. Owner consent for the application and placement of the marker is required; marker designation places no restrictions on the use and disposition of private property. Texas Historical Markers are regarded by the Commission as a critical centerpiece of the state’s heritage tourism program. Texas Historical Markers (as of April 2019) within Denton include*: • Beulah A. Harris (placed 2014) – Quakertown Park • Edna Westbrook Trigg (placed 2015) – Courthouse Square • First Baptist Church of Denton (placed 1997) – 1100 Malone Street • First Christian Church of Denton (placed 1997) – 1203 N. Fulton Street • First Methodist Church (placed 1996) – 201 S. Locust Street • First University Building (placed 1965) – University of North Texas • Historical Building, Curry Hall (placed 1994) – University of North Texas • I.O.O.F. Cemetery (placed 1996) – Carroll Boulevard • Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (placed 1994) – 2255 N. Bonnie Brae Street • Lacy Hotel (placed 1973) – 102 West Oak Street • North Texas State Fair and Rodeo (placed 2011) – 2217 N. Carroll Street • Oakwood Cemetery (placed 1982) – E. Prairie and Bradshaw Streets • O’Neil Ford (placed 2008) – 502 Oakland Street • Quakertown (placed 2011) – Quakertown Park • St. Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church (placed 2006) – 509 Lakey Street • St. James African American M. E. Church (placed 1985) – 1107 E. Oak Street • Texas Normal College (placed 1965) – Courthouse Square • The City of Denton (placed 1977) – Courthouse Square • The First Building – Texas Woman’s University (placed 1974) – Texas Woman’s University • University Gardens (placed 1982) – Texas Woman’s University *Note: addresses indicate marker location, not necessarily the exact location for a building or site; the above list does not include Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks.) DENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MARKERS PROGRAM The Denton County Historical Marker Program, administered by the Denton County Historical Commission, commemorates people, buildings, and places with special historical, architectural, and cultural significance to Denton County. Markers cover subjects on a wide range of topics that include communities and cities, cemeteries, churches, schools, ranches, land grants, events, businesses, historic individuals, archeology, and organizations. Commemoration takes the form of plaque markers that convey or interpret the history and significance of the person, site, or building. Inscriptions are written based on historical narratives and documentation found in records of the Denton County Historical Commission or the Texas Historical Commission’s archives. Marker designation places no restrictions on the use and disposition of private property. 143 108 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Denton County Historical Markers (as of April 2019) within Denton include: • Bayless-Selby House Museum (placed 2005) – 317 W. Mulberry Street • County Line Road Bridge at Denton Creek (placed 2016) – North Lake Park • Donal Road Bridge at South Hickory Creek (placed 2012) – Denton County Offices • Gregory Road Bridge at Duck Creek (placed 2012) – Denton County Offices • John B. Denton College Bell (placed 1984) – 201 S. Locust Street • Quakertown House / African-American Museum (placed 2008) – 317 W. Mulberry Street STATE ANTIQUITIES LANDMARKS Designated by the Texas Historical Commission, State Antiquities Landmarks receive formal legal protection under the Antiquities Code of Texas. Historic buildings must first be listed in the National Register of Historic Places before they can be designated as a State Antiquities Landmark. State Antiquities Landmarks are subject to design review from the THC for any proposed exterior alterations. State Antiquities Landmarks (as of April 2019) within Denton include: • Denton County Courthouse (1896) – 110 W. Hickory Street TEXAS CENTENNIAL MARKERS In 1935, the Texas Legislature created the Commission of Control for Texas Centennial Celebrations to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Texas’ independence from Mexico. Three million dollars was appropriated for “the placing of suitable markers, memorials or buildings at places where historic events occurred…the placing of monuments to early patriots of Texas…the purchasing of suitable tracts of land where necessary for an approved celebration; and the staging of pageants at appropriate places; and an exposition in the recognition of the basic industries and their historical significance in the progress and growth of Texas.” In 1936, the state placed about 1,100 exposition buildings, memorial museums, statues, and stone markers and monuments around Texas (Texas Historical Commission). Texas Centennial Markers within Denton include: • Denton County – Courthouse Square • John B. Denton – Courthouse Square • Pioneer Woman – Texas Woman’s University HISTORIC TEXAS CEMETERIES In addition to the Texas Historical Marker Program, cemeteries at least 50 years-old with significant historical associations to the State of the Texas are eligible to become a Historic Texas Cemetery, a prerequisite for receiving a Texas Historical Marker for a cemetery. The Historic Texas Cemetery program was established by the Texas Historical Commission in 1998 to promote the preservation and documentation of these important landscapes and historical resources. Designation as a Historic Texas Cemetery does not impose any restrictions on the daily operations of a cemetery or on land adjacent to the cemetery. Texas Historic Cemeteries (as of April 2019) within Denton include: • Oakwood Cemetery (1857) – East Prairie and Bradshaw Streets • Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.) Cemetery (1860) – Carroll Boulevard Oakwood Cemetery, owned by the City since 1931, includes pioneer Denton County settlers, government officials and prominent early leaders. The I. O. O. F. Cemetery (owned by the City since 1933) includes pioneer Denton County settlers, local and state elected officials, and veterans of wars ranging from the Texas Revolution to World War II. Monuments and grave headstones in both cemeteries are also distinctive features of these landscapes. 144 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 109 St. James AME Church © The Lakota Group 145 110 Denton Historic Preservation Plan One important element of a municipal preservation program is to survey, document and inventory historic resources and evaluate them for their architectural or historical significance and their potential eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places or for Local Landmark designation. An up-to-date and ongoing survey and documentation program provides the City and property owners with critical information that helps them with decisions regarding designation, property maintenance and improvements, and long-term stewardship. Just as important, a complete inventory of which properties are significant and contributing can help provide a broader understanding of which resources should be prioritized for preservation. Maintaining an on-going survey and documentation program is also a condition of the Certified Local Government (CLG) Program, and the City of Denton must continue its survey activities in order to maintain its CLG status. This section is an overview of past and current survey and documentation activities. 1994 HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY Starting in 1994, the City of Denton embarked on a multi-year effort to survey and document its historic resources. The initial survey identified 2,409 properties within the city limits as well as the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction. The next phases of the project occurred in 1995-1996 and identified the following priorities: • 323 properties were considered a high priority for preservation. • 51 properties out of the above 323 were recommended for individual listing in the National Register of Historic Places. • A proposed Courthouse Square Historic District was recommended for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. • A proposed Congress School Historic District was recommended for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. • The existing locally designated Oak-Hickory Historic District was recommended for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. In 1997 the City of Denton prepared a multiple property nomination to be used for future National Register nominations for individual properties and historic districts. This was officially listed in 2000. In a second phase of the project, a Courthouse Square Historic District nomination was prepared, which was officially listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2000. 2012 BOLIVAR NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORIC RESOURCE SURVEY The City of Denton completed a survey and documentation of the historic resources of the Bolivar Neighborhood. This project was funded through the National Park Service CLG grant program. The survey area was roughly bounded by Parkway Street on the south, Oakland Street on the east, Carroll Boulevard on the west, and University Drive on the north, and identified approximately 519 resources. The purpose of the survey was to identify, record and photograph the resources in order to evaluate individual properties and potential districts that meet the eligibility criteria for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or warrant further study. The completed survey identified the following priorities: • Option #1, Bolivar Neighborhood District: Consider designation of the entire survey area, which represents the early growth and development of Denton and the impact of Texas Woman’s University on the neighborhood. This would include 312 contributing buildings (61 percent) and 207 non-contributing buildings (39 percent). • Option #2, Partial Bolivar Neighborhood District: Consider designation of an area that excludes parts of Oakland Street, Parkway and North Elm to 2nd Street. There are 461 resources of which 307 are contributing (66%), and 164 non-contributing resources (34 percent). SURVEY AND DOCUMENTATION 146 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 111 2015 2015 IDIOTS HILL HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY The City of Denton completed a survey and documentation of the historic resources of the Idiots Hill Neighborhood. This project was funded through the National Park Service CLG grant program. The survey area was roughly bounded by North Locust Street on the west, East University Drive on the south, Old North Road on the east and a north boundary of Blue Bonnet Drive, East Windsor Drive and Emerson Lane and identified approximately 1,200 resources. The purpose of the survey was to identify, record and photograph the resources in order to evaluate individual properties and potential districts that meet the eligibility criteria for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or warrant further study. The completed survey identified the following priorities: • Bell Avenue Conservation District: The existing Bell Avenue Conservation District was recommended for designation as a locally-designated historic district. • District #1: A proposed District (#1 – Pre-War/Immediate Post War) containing 161 properties was recommended for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The area is bounded by East University Drive on the south, North Locust Street on the west; Peach Street on the north; and the east property boundary of lots along Palmer Drive between Peach Street and Oaklawn Avenue, North Bell Avenue, and the eastern property boundary of lots facing west along North Bell Avenue from East Sherman Drive to East University Drive on the east. This area encompasses the existing Bell Avenue Conservation District. • District #2: A proposed District (#2 – Crestwood, Brownwood, Preston Place, Sauls) containing 219 properties was recommended for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The area is bounded by an irregular line along Palmwood Place, Kayewood Drive, the southern property boundaries of 2001 Crestwood and 2002 Northwood, Roberts Street, Cherrywood Lane, Woodland Street, Frame Street, and East University Drive on the south; the eastern property boundary of lots along facing west along North Bell Avenue from East Sherman Drive to East University Drive on the west; and irregular line along East Sherman Drive and the north property boundary of lots along Greenwood Drive from East Sherman Drive to Kayewood Drive, the western property boundary of lots facing east along Robinwood Lane from Kayewood Drive to Shadywood Street, the eastern property boundary of lots facing west along Robinwood Lane from Shadywood Street to the southern property boundary of lots facing north along Mistywood Lane from Robinwood Lane to Glenwood Lane on the north; and along Glenwood Drive on the east. • District #3: A proposed District (#3 – Crestwood Extensions) containing 74 properties was recommended for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The area is bounded by East University Drive and the southern property boundary of lots facing north along Greenwood Drive from Redwood Place to Glenwood Lane on the south; Glenwood Lane on the west; and the northern property boundary of lots facing south along Kayewood Drive and Laurelwood Drive from Glenwood Lane to East University Drive on the north and east. CATEGORY 1996 2015 2012 Historic Resources Survey 2,409 51 3 Idiots Hill Survey 1,200 -4 Bolivar Survey 519 -2 SURVEY PROJECT NAME # RESOURCES SURVEYED # NR ELIGIBLE RESOURCES # NR DISTRICTS PROPOSED Table 5: Denton Main Street Cumulative Investments 147 112 Denton Historic Preservation Plan N Elm St.N Locust St.ruddlel st.Highland Park Rd.N Elm St.N Locust St.Stuart Rd.E. Sherman Dr,Hercules Lane Loop 288 Denison St.Carroll Blvd.W. Win dsor D r.Bolivar St.W Oak St. W Hickory St. Mulberry St. Sycamore St. Willowwood St. Teasley Lane Parvin St.Teasley Lane Lillian Miller ParkwayPennsyl v a n i a D r . S o u t h r i d g e D r . Prairie St. I 3 5 maple st. W University Dr. Windsor St. Kings Row Windsor Dr. Withers St. E. McKinney St.Audra LaneN. Bell Ave.Mingo Rd.cordell st.N Bonnie Brae St.Emery St. cordell st. Paisley St.Hinkle Dr.Oakland St.W. Parkway St. Figure 14: Past Survey Areas SURVEY AREAS Legend Local Historic Districts Past Survey Areas Buildings Idiots Hill Old Congress Bolivar The following section highlights representative architecture styles reflected in Local Landmarks and found in Denton’s Local Historic Districts, neighborhoods, and commercial districts. Note that historic buildings in Denton are often eclectic in appearance, exhibiting features and stylistic characteristics of different architectural styles as tastes and preferences in design styles changed over time. Architectural styles and building forms are referred as separate terms below. An architecture style describes the specific exterior decorative elements and features that define that style. A building form is the overall shape and configuration of the building’s spaces, although they may exhibit some aspects and features of architectural styles. DENTON ARCHITECTURAL STYLES AND BUILDING FORMS 148 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 113 ROMANESQUE REVIVAL (1880 - 1900) The Romanesque Revival was introduced in the United States during the mid-to-late 1800s from architectural prototypes in Europe. Henry Hobson Richardson was a prominent practitioner of the style during this time period with Trinity Church in Boston, Massachusetts, one of his signature works in the style. Wide, rounded arches is a key identifier of the styles along with masonry construction, making Romanesque architecture more expensive to build. This style is most frequent in the northeastern states, with scattered examples that occur throughout the nation. European Romanesque models were used for commercial and public buildings and appeared in American houses in the late 19th century. Features that identify the Romanesque Revival include: • Volume: two-to-three stories, typically with corner round towers • Roof: hipped roofs with one or more (most commonly two) lower cross gables are predominant. A variety of other roof forms also occur, including side gables, mansard, and simple hipped roofs. • Façade: asymmetrical with round-topped arches occurring over windows, porch supports, or entrances ― most have towers which are typically round with conical roofs. • Windows: lines of either arched or rectangular windows. Often deeply recessed windows and balconies. • Materials: rough-faced, squared stonework with two or more colors or textures of stone or brick to create a decorative pattern. Denton County Courthouse © The Lakota Group QUEEN ANNE (1880 - 1910) During the second half of the 19th century, the Queen Anne style prevailed as the most dominant domestic architecture and can be found in almost every community from the eastern states across the Midwest to the Great Plains and beyond. The proliferation of pattern books and the ready manufacture and distribution of pre-cut materials and architectural features popularized Queen Anne homes. Commercial versions of the Queen Anne are also prevalent in the Midwest and often exhibit detailed brickwork, towers, and window bays. Features that identify the Queen Anne style include: • Volume: two-to-three stories in height; one-story cottage forms are also common. • Roof: steeply pitched, pyramidal roofs and a dominant gable. • Façade: asymmetrical with cross-gables and partial, full-front or wrap-around porches. • Windows: double-hung, stained glass, and projecting bay windows, and Palladian windows within gables. • Tower: rounded and canted square towers or bay windows to one side of the front elevation. • Chimney: elaborate brickwork or corbeling. • Porch: spindle work, classical columns, or pediments with Eastlake ornamentation. • Materials: differing patterns of brick courses, or brick of different colors, terra-cotta panels, and clapboards. Blewett House, 903 W. Oak © The Lakota Group 149 114 Denton Historic Preservation Plan COLONIAL REVIVAL (1880S – 1950S) Colonial Revival is by far the most prevalent architectural style found in most Midwestern and Southern communities. The Colonial Revival style is believed to have started after the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition where a “colonial kitchen,” replete with a spinning wheel, was reconstructed. The New York firm of McKim, Mead, White and Bigelow is often considered the first important practitioner of the style with the Appleton House in Lenox, Massachusetts, and the Taylor House in Newport, Rhode Island, as the most significant works in the style. Features that identify the Colonial Revival style include: • Volume: two and a half floors in height. Many homes have one or two-story story side wings. • Façade: symmetrical building forms with hipped roofs. • Windows: double-hung, multi-paned windows that are often paired together. • Porch: columned entry porches with entry doors, transoms, sidelights, and elaborate surrounds. • Materials: constructed in brick or stone masonry, and with roof materials consisting of slate, tile, or asphalt shingles. Martin-Russell House, 811 W. Oak © The Lakota Group PRAIRIE (1900S - 1920S) The Prairie Style is largely derived from the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th century by Frank Lloyd Wright and his contemporaries. The Prairie Style was Wright’s unique vision of the Arts and Crafts Movement and was suited to the open land and flat prairies of the Midwest. As such, the style emphasized horizontality. Features of the Prairie style include: • Volume: two stories, typically, with one story wing, and lower in height compared to Victorian era or Revival Style houses. • Roof: low-pitched hipped roofs with very deep overhangs and horizontal bands of trim. • Windows: single-pane casement style windows that often feature art glass. • Chimney: broad and flat chimneys. • Materials: simple exterior materials, including stucco and wood. Wood siding is often horizontal board and batten rather than clapboards. Contrasting wall materials are also common. 1701 N. Locust St. © The Lakota Group 150 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 115 TUDOR REVIVAL (1890 - 1940) Tudor Revival is based on late Medieval English prototypes from grand manors to thatched roof cottages and was popularized in the United States after World War I from the architectural pattern books of the day by returning serviceman who observed such prototypes first-hand while stationed in England. Features of the Tudor Revival include: • Volume: one and a half to two story. • Façade: dominated by one or more prominent front- facing gable. • Roof: steeply pitched dominant front or cross-gable, which is the style’s most identifiable feature. • Windows: tall narrow windows, diamond-paned casement windows, oriel and hexagonal window bays found in more high-style versions. • Chimney: substantial chimney stacks with chimney pots on front or side elevation. • Porch: small entry porch, commonly round or Tudor- arched. • Material: brick, stucco, or a combination of the two materials, with half-timbering often found in gable apexes or the upper story. Carved vergeboard, stone shields and stone quoin work around entry ways and window openings as typical ornamentation and decorative features. 1923 N. Bell Ave. © The Lakota Group CLASSICAL REVIVAL (1895 - 1950) The 1893 Chicago World’s Columbian Exposition revived interest in Classical architecture as the Fair’s planners authorized a Classical theme be used for all buildings constructed. From the mid-1890s to mid-20th century, Classical Revival became a popular style for both commercial and residential buildings. Features of the Classical Revival style include: • Volume: one to two-story • Façade: symmetrical facade and building elevations dominated by entry porches. Embellished elevations with pilasters crowned with capitals, stone or brick quoins, pedimented hoods over entries, and dentils within pediments, cornice lines or entablatures. • Windows: rectangular double-hung windows with multi-lights or stained glass. • Porch: full height columned entry porch with pediment and Corinthian or Ionic capitals dominating the front facade. • Materials: wood, brick, stucco or stone. Evers House, 1035 W. Oak © The Lakota Group 151 116 Denton Historic Preservation Plan FOURSQUARE (1890S TO 1920S) The Foursquare was a popular vernacular building form in nearly every part of the country from the 1890s through to the 1920s. Sometimes called the “Classical Box” or “Prairie Box.” Features of the Foursquare include: • Volume: two and a half stories. • Façade: “box” appearance and square floor plan. • Roof: medium-pitched pyramid hip roof; one or more centrally placed dormers. • Porch: full front columned porches (open or enclosed) with capitals and Queen Anne shingling. • Materials: brick or wood clapboard construction and sometimes stucco exterior. 716 W. Oak © The Lakota Group CRAFTSMAN (1905 - 1930) The Craftsman style derived in part from the Arts and Crafts Movement — a movement emanating mainly from England valuing hand craftsmanship, natural materials and simplicity in design and detailing while rejecting the Victorian-era emphasis on ornamentation and mass- production. Features of the Craftsman style include: • Volume: one to one and a half story ― second stories with hipped roofs area also common. • Roof: low-pitched gables roofs with deep overhangs, knee brackets or exposed rafter tails. Roofs punctuated by shed, hipped or eyebrow dormers. • Window: double-hung windows with three-over-one glazing pattern. • Porch: entry or full-front porches with tapered columns faced in brick, stucco, or stone. • Materials: wood clapboard, brick, stone, or stucco material. © The Lakota Group 152 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 117 ART DECO (1920 - 1940) Art Deco developed in the 1920s — largely from the influence of the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs in Paris — as an architectural style featured in traditional building forms but with highly sculptural ornamentation. Highly stylized Art Deco buildings feature elaborately designed canopies. Art Deco was mainly used in commercial and institutional buildings, although residential examples can also be found. Features of the Art Deco style include: • Façade: exterior elevations are typically expressive of their underlying construction with forward piers dividing the buildings into different bays and window groupings. • Materials: brick, stone, concrete, and terra cotta. • Windows: multi-paned or steel framing – muntins are also common. • Ornamentation: often included scroll work, horizontal bandings, floral leaves, seashells, rosettes, garlands, flutes, ziggurat shapes, chevrons, and bas-reliefs. Ornamentation was often carved in stone and terra cotta and may be located along piers, around windows, in spandrel panels and in doorway entrances. Fine Arts Theater, 115 N. Ellen © The Lakota Group GEORGIAN REVIVAL(1900-1950) A variation of the Classical Revival, the Georgian Revival, based on Georgian-style homes of England and the American colonies during the 1700s, also emerged as a popular style for urban commercial buildings during the early part of the 20th century. Neo-Georgian buildings, in contrast to temple fronts, are often characterized with engaged columns or pilasters supporting a pediment and entablature rather than a portico, red brick with stone for decorative elements, quoins or decorative corner stones, and rusticated arcaded entrances with voussoirs (wedge-shaped stones used to construct an arch). • Volume: one to four-story rectangular box. • Façade: strict symmetry. • Roof: side-gabled roof, gambrel roof, and hipped roof. • Windows: double-hung, wide, shallow wood muntins with multi-panes • Ornamentation: triangular, pediments (some broken), engaged pilasters, rusticated first floors. • Materials: brick with stone panels and rustication. Texas Woman’s University © The Lakota Group 153 118 Denton Historic Preservation Plan MISSION (1890-1920) California was the birthplace of the Mission style and many of its landmark examples are concentrated there. By 1900, houses in this style were spreading eastward under the influence of fashionable architects and national builders’ magazines. A great variety of shaped dormers and roof parapets imitate those found on some Spanish Colonial mission buildings. Mission-shaped dormer or roof parapet are the main identifying features of this style. Additional features of the Mission style include: • Volume: typically two stories with a simple square or rectangular layout. • Façade: symmetrical or asymmetrical. • Roof: Mission dormer or roof parapet and/or widely over-hanging eaves, usually open ― some examples have unusual visor roofs. • Porch: prominent one-story porches, either at the entry area or covering the full width of the façade. • Windows: typically double-hung and are sometimes grouped together. • Materials: smooth stucco wall surface and thin red tile roof covering. 819 W. Oak St. © The Lakota Group MINIMAL TRADITIONAL / CAPE COD (1930S - 1960S) The Minimal Traditional Style developed in the 1930s as a simplification of the Colonial Revival, using some of the style’s traditional forms but without the ornamentation. The Minimal Traditional, or Cape Cod as it is sometimes called, accommodated homeowner desires for traditional looking houses, but were easier to build and cost less than more ornamented homes. For these reasons, the style was popular during the Depression and in the post-World War II housing boom. Features of the Minimal Traditional: • Volume: One and a half stories with simple hipped or gabled roofs and short overhangs. • Roof: Hipped or shed dormers often found on larger single or two-story vernaculars, often called Cape Cods. • Porch: House entries often protected by a small porch or roof overhang with stoop. • Windows: Windows are typically multi-pane, double hung flanked with shutters; a picture or bay window in the living room is also common. • Materials: Exterior materials may consist of brick, stone, wood clapboard, and aluminum and asbestos siding. 316 Panhandle St. © The Lakota Group 154 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 119 RANCH/STYLED RANCH (1930S – 1970S) Originated in southern California in the mid-1930s, the Ranch house was a small house type that proliferated as a dominant house type in suburban subdivisions after World War II. Often located in large subdivisions, the Ranch-house suburbs form a dominant part of many American cities, including Dallas, Houston, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. Northern states favored the split- level and even two-story houses. Mid-Century Ranches, often called California Ranches, had dramatic modern designs with large picture windows. Styled Ranches refer to homes with certain stylistic features, such as Colonial cupolas, Tudor Revival timbering in gables, and Colonial columned entries. Early, small examples of the Ranch are sometimes called Ranchette, Minimal Ranch, or Traditional Ranch. Features of the Ranch form include: • Volume: broad one-story shape, built low to ground. • Façade: asymmetrical façade with front entry usually located off-center; and garage is typically attached to the main façade. • Roof: hipped roof, cross-hipped roof, side-gabled roof, and cross-gabled roof. Low pitch roof without dormers; commonly with moderate-to-wide roof overhang. • Windows: several different sizes and/or types of pre- manufactured windows. • Materials: wood, brick, stone, asbestos and wood shingles, concrete blocks, and stucco wall cladding were all used. Board-and-batten was a favored wood siding pattern, and frequently two or more materials were combined. © The Lakota Group 155 120 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 156 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 121 SECTION 4 POLICY REVIEW 157 122 Denton Historic Preservation Plan This section reviews local planning policies and their relation to local preservation planning in Denton, as well as the legal contexts that support historic preservation planning activities. Various policy documents, and other planning programs address the preservation of historic buildings, districts, sites, and other resources at the municipal level. Comprehensive plans, subareas, and neighborhood plans are the means for establishing clear goals and policies for promoting and encouraging historic preservation at the local level. A municipal historic preservation ordinance is also key to implementing local preservation policy and how important historic resources are preserved, protected, and managed over time. This section provides an analysis of Denton’s preservation ordinance, as incorporated in the Denton Development Code, in comparison to the Texas Model Historic Preservation Ordinance to determine any needed updates to enhance its effectiveness. A review of existing financial incentive programs for historic preservation, heritage tourism assets, and important local and institutional partners is also included in this section. Revert historic districts to how they were before cars, bring back trams and encourage walkability and bikeability. The Sherman Building © Denton Main Street Survey respondent POLICY REVIEW 158 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 123 The following is a description of national or state-level legislation or policies that guide and impact preservation planning activities in Denton. NATIONAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACT (NHPA) Enacted by the U.S. Congress in 1966, the National Historic Preservation Act established several programs including the National Register of Historic Places, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, and the Section 106 review process for protecting historic and archaeological resources from impacts due to federally funded or licensed projects. The National Register program is administered in Texas between the U.S. Department of the Interior/ National Park Service, the Texas Historical Commission, and the City of Denton through its designation as a Certified Local Government. CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROGRAM (CLG) In 1980, the NHPA was amended to implement the Certified Local Government program, which allows for local communities to participate in statewide preservation planning activities, including access to grants and resources allocated by the U.S. Congress. The CLG Program is administered between the U.S. Department of the Interior/ National Park Service, the Texas Historical Commission (THC) and the designated CLG of which Denton is one, with the central purpose of developing a strong, effective historic preservation program at the local level. To become a CLG in Texas, a local community must adopt a historic preservation ordinance certified by the THC, establish a historic preservation commission, and have an active historic resource survey program. Local CLGs also play a role in National Register nominations by reviewing and commenting on nominations before they are forwarded to the THC and the State Board of Review. The State Board of Review evaluates and accepts National Register nominations before they are forwarded to the National Park Service for formal listing. Denton should take advantage of its designation as CLG and apply for CLG grants for future preservation planning initiatives such as historic resource surveys and National Register listings. ANTIQUITIES CODE OF TEXAS The Antiquities Code of Texas, passed in 1969 and amended in 1997, requires that any action that disturbs historic or archaeological sites on public land must be reviewed by the Texas Historical Commission. Public land can be owned or controlled by governments or agencies at the state, county, or city levels. Projects that can be reviewed include, but are not limited to, reservoirs constructed by river authorities and water districts, construction or expansion of city recreational parks and facilitates, energy exploration by private companies’ construction by a city or county government that exceeds five acres or 5,000 cubic yards, whichever comes first. If the activity occurs inside a National Register or locally designated historic district, or affects a recorded archeological site, it needs to be reviewed regardless of project size. STATE OF TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE; SECTION 213: MUNICIPAL COMPREHENSIVE PLANS Section 213 of the State of Texas Local Government Code permits local Texas communities and cities to develop and adopt comprehensive plans with specific elements for land use, transportation, and public facilities. In addition, a municipality may define the relationship between a comprehensive plan and development regulations and may provide “standards for determining the consistency required between a plan and development regulations.” Although Section 213 does not explicitly require the development and adoption of historic preservation elements to comprehensive plans, municipalities are not limited in the ability to “prepare other plans, policies, or strategies as required.” This Historic Preservation Plan will augment the historic preservation element of the Denton Plan 2030. FEDERAL AND STATE PLANNING CONTEXT 159 124 Denton Historic Preservation Plan LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF TEXAS, SECTION 211, MUNICIPAL ZONING AUTHORITY Section 211 of the Local Government Code of Texas is the zoning enabling act for Texas municipalities and authorizes local communities to adopt zoning regulations for the “purpose of promoting the public health, safety, morals, or general welfare and protecting and preserving places and areas of historical, cultural, or architectural importance and significance.” It also states that “…in the case of designated places and areas of historical, cultural, or architectural importance and significance, the governing body of a municipality may regulate the construction, reconstruction, alteration, or razing of buildings and other structures.” Section 211 allows local municipalities to adopt and implement historic preservation ordinances to prevent the loss of historic resources and establish historic preservation commissions to review proposed alterations to historic buildings and structures. LOCAL PLANS AND POLICIES DENTON PLAN 2030 Adopted in 2015, the Denton Comprehensive Plan – known as the Denton Plan 2030 – is the official policy document for community land use; fiscal and economic vitality; community character and urban design; parks, conservation, and the environment; mobility; housing and neighborhoods; community health, safety, and services; and, infrastructure and utilities. The Denton Plan presents key planning goals and principles, including promoting growth and redevelopment within Downtown Denton; creating development standards for urban design, streetscape, scale, and architectural character for the neighborhoods adjacent to the universities; and, creating compatible infill development. The Community Character and Urban Design chapter addresses historic preservation with three overarching planning goals: • Identifying and preserving distinctive neighborhoods, places, and historic resources in the city in order to celebrate their presence and ensure their long-term protection; • Promoting the character of Denton through expanded arts and culture programs and opportunities for placemaking and community interaction; • Encouraging high quality development that will respect and enhance the character and pride of Denton. The preservation planning goals frame key preservation challenges identified through the comprehensive planning process, which include: “protecting Denton’s historic character areas through thoughtful preservation and integration of new development; preserving and maintaining the unique character of Denton for long-term sustainment of community character; promoting Denton’s character through public art, arts and culture, heritage tourism, and places for community interaction; and, achieving exemplary urban design in future and existing development throughout Denton’s neighborhoods, centers, and land uses.” To address these challenges, the Denton Plan 2030 outlines several preservation planning strategies and actions, which include: • Historic Resource Surveys. The process of identifying and evaluating Denton’s historic resources in order to promote maintenance, preservation, and designation as local landmarks or listing on the National Register requires continually updating and expanding the City’s survey work. Surveying large parts of Denton provides the information necessary to identify and recommend areas that qualify for historic districts based on distinctive character, scale, and overriding, intact architectural character. Several surveys have been completed in the last 20 years. • Neighborhood Conservation Districts. Many Texas communities have adopted neighborhood conservation districts as a tool to protecting areas with distinctive character and scale with overriding, intact architectural character that may not otherwise qualify as a National Register or Local Historic Overlay district due to alterations or loss to the building fabric. Neighborhood conservation districts also allow area residents and stakeholders to determine the level of design review, whether advisory or mandatory, through a neighborhood planning process. The City of Denton created the Bell Avenue Conservation District in 2008; however, the district was changed to a local historic district in 2019. 160 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 125 Texas Woman’s University; The Sherman Building © The Lakota Group • Historic Preservation Plan. The Denton Plan 2030 recommended the updating the Historic Preservation Plan to identify historic resources that should receive local protection and state and national recognition by 2030. The current preservation plan was completed in 1986 and several of its recommendations – including creation of the West Oak Historic District, completion of several historic resource surveys, and continuation of Landmark designation – have been accomplished. • Mapping Historic Resources. Technological advances in computer mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has made the mapping and survey data access a priority for active communities. The Denton Plan 2030 encourages the mapping of historic resources as part of the Plan’s citywide branding and placemaking strategy to highlight Denton’s historic resources. • Financial Incentives. Many Texas communities have recognized the economic challenges of maintaining and preserving historic building for many property owners. This is often addressed through local incentives that pair with state and federal incentives for historic building rehabilitation. The Denton Plan recommends creating a local tax incentive program for owners of historic properties, as well as continuing to provide existing financial programs, such as façade improvement grants to downtown property owners. 161 126 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Fairhaven Retirement Home © The Lakota Group • Preservation of Historic Resources. The Denton community has undertaken exceptional efforts to survey a significant portion of the city, creating a number of local and National Register Historic Districts. However, the last National Register district listing was the Courthouse-on-the-Square, nearly 20 years ago. Properties and areas that have previously been identified in historic resource surveys – and any properties or areas identified in the future – should be recommended for listing in the National Register. Voluntary designation of Local Landmarks by property owners should also be encouraged. • Historic Preservation Planning. The City often prepares Small Area Plans for distinctive areas or neighborhoods in Denton to guide and manage future growth and land use to ensure compatible, appropriate development. Preservation policies and guidelines should be integrated into the planning process when creating Small Area Plans for Downtown Denton, residential neighborhoods and commercial districts, or university areas to ensure that existing character, aesthetic, and scale are maintained. • Maintenance and Code Enforcement. Ensuring the proper and sustained maintenance of Denton’s historic resources was identified as key issue that can be addressed by updating the Property Maintenance Code regularly and providing support for code enforcement activities. • Heritage Tourism and Economic Development. The Denton Plan 2030 suggests specific initiatives that support increased heritage tourism and preservation-based economic development, including, among others, promoting preservation as a means to increase economic, cultural, and educational diversity; and integrating historic resources and wayfinding into the citywide branding and placemaking strategy to generate heritage tourism. In addition to the historic preservation actions proposed, the Denton Plan 2030 also outlines several other key planning strategies that impact or relate to historic preservation. Among these include: Downtown Planning • Create a Downtown Compatibility Area Small Area Plan, land use designation, and development standards for urban design, streetscape, scale, and architectural character. Development standards should follow general urban design principles and policies of the Community Character and Urban Design Element of the Denton Plan, and any future citywide Urban Design Plan. • Establish the Downtown Denton future land use designation to create distinction in Denton’s Downtown and establish a mix of uses to contribute to its sense of place and vitality. Development criteria of the Downtown Denton land use should preserve historic structures and features wherever possible. • Create regulatory incentives to expand housing in and adjacent to Downtown through adaptive re-use, utilization of upper stories, and infill development. 162 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 127 University-Neighborhood Districts • Establish agreements for joint City of Denton-university planning, partnership, and collaboration within the Neighborhood/University Compatibility Areas, focusing on issues such as the preservation of historic structures and features. • Establish a Neighborhood/University Compatibility Area future land designation and development standards to allow for appropriate and high-quality development adjacent to Denton’s universities. Development criteria should preserve historic structures and features wherever possible. Development standards should follow the general urban design principles and policies of the Community Character and Urban Design Element of the Denton Plan, and the proposed citywide Urban Design Plan. Residential Neighborhoods • Conduct an inventory to identify areas of the city with infill potential within established neighborhoods. • Establish criteria to identify the characteristics of compatible infill development, which would include guidelines to prevent impacts and encroachments of incompatible uses, development scales and intensities. • Create residential design standards to improve aesthetic quality and variety, including materials, color palettes, and architectural features, such as porches and other elements typical in the region. • Couple neighborhood conservation strategies with local historic district, historic conservation area, and Neighborhood Stabilization Overlay policies. Other Land Uses and Planning Recommendations • Establish the Commercial, Institutional, and Industrial future land use designations that ensure ensuring new development in each area is sensitive to the surrounding built and natural context in scale and form. • Encourage use of conservation easements and land trusts to protect agricultural land and heritage rangelands through State of Texas Department of Agriculture (i.e. Family Land Heritage Properties) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) programs. • Continue the city’s wayfinding strategy to guide motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians throughout Denton, noting key entry points, landmarks, and destinations, and coordinate with the citywide branding and placemaking strategy to call out landmarks and destinations as part of this strategy, where feasible. • Explore the viability of historic building reuse in housing new community facilities and spaces for community programs. 2002 DOWNTOWN MASTER PLAN In 2002, the City of Denton prepared and adopted a Downtown Master Plan to help spur revitalization and investment activity in downtown Denton ― “…the very heart and soul of the community – the courthouse in its square is one of the finest of its type in Texas, and the square itself is an integral part of the city’s culture. Festivals, celebrations, and other activities are held in the square and among its historic buildings” (Downtown Master Plan, 2002, page 1). The Master Plan sets forth a new vision for the downtown that promotes and ensures its mixed-use character, pedestrian friendly environment, linkages to parks and open space, and high-quality built environment, including its historic buildings. Major Master Plan initiatives focus on comprehensive streetscape improvements, parking management and transportation, building improvements, and residential and mixed use developments in specific sub areas north and south of the core downtown area. The Master Plan also proposed a conference and performing arts center in the south downtown area. While the Master Plan does not include a historic preservation strategy, it does emphasize that new development should be compatible with the existing core of historic buildings in and around the Courthouse Square and that revitalization efforts should focus on maintaining the Square economic vitality. 163 128 Denton Historic Preservation Plan © The Lakota Group 2010 DOWNTOWN IMPLEMENTATION PLAN The 2010 Downtown Implementation Plan was prepared as a follow-up to the 2002 Downtown Master Plan providing a more comprehensive implementation framework to the 2002 Master Plan land use goals. The Plan’s major recommendations include the future development and adoption of a form-based zoning code, the creation of a Tax-Increment Financing District to help fund downtown infrastructure projects and an incentive program to facilitate downtown private-sector investment. Other initiatives include the establishment of environment design standards for new development, and the implementation of various downtown parking and transportation enhancements. Like its predecessor plan, the 2010 Downtown Implementation Plan does not incorporate a specific historic preservation strategy but does identify downtown’s “contributing” architecture ― buildings that define a certain quality of design and use of materials that should inform and guide new development under a form-based zoning framework. Any new development within the should respect the “historic tradition with a distinct base, middle, and top (often called tri-partite architecture…” (Downtown Implementation Plan, 2010, page 52). 2019 OAK GATEWAY AREA PLAN The City is in the process of completing an Area Plan for the neighborhoods surrounding the University of North Texas, including the West Oak and Oak-Hickory Historic Districts. The Gateway Area Plan’s principal objectives focus on addressing parking and transportation issues related to new development and the expansion of facilities for the University of North Texas, as well as enhancing neighborhood physical spaces and environments, guiding appropriate infill development, and preserving and maintaining historic resources and assets. The planning process was completed in the early summer of 2019. CITY ZONING In addition to comprehensive and area development plans, preservation policy at the local level is also enacted through zoning and other land use regulatory tools. This section reviews Denton’s zoning and land use regulatory tools and the legal contexts that support preservation planning in Denton. Denton Development Code; Subchapter 2: Administration and Procedures; Section 2.3: Review and Decision- Making Bodies; Subsection 2.3.3: Planning and Zoning Commission Section 2.3.3 of the Denton Development Code authorizes the establishment of the Planning and Zoning Commission, which shall have “…the review and decision authority as shown in Table 2.2-A pursuant to the application-specific procedures as outlined in this DDC.” The Planning and Zoning Commission will have review/ recommendation powers over specific use permits, comprehensive plan amendments, zoning amendments and an alternative Environmental Sensitive Area plan. The Commission will have decision powers over preliminary and final plats as well as replats. Local Historic Districts are also reviewed and approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission. 164 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 129 Denton Development Code The City of Denton’s main zoning document is its Denton Development Code (DDC). The DDC contains the City’s land use, development, and zoning regulations with the purpose of promoting the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the community. It is also meant to implement the policies, goals, and objectives of the Denton Comprehensive Plan. The DDC’s Purpose section (Section 1.2) specifies that the DDC is also designed to “preserve and protect the natural environment, improve the city’s appearance, and encourage the appropriate use of land, buildings, and structures.” Like most municipal zoning ordinances, the DDC regulates land use and development through base zoning districts, overlays, special districts, and development standards, among other zoning tools. Historic Preservation is addressed in different sections of the DDC: Subchapter 2: Administration and Procedures (2.2 – Summary Table of Review Procedures), which lists the various procedures and directs you to the appropriate section; (2.3.6 – Historic Landmark Commission), which describes the roles and responsibilities of the Historic Landmark Commission; (2.9 – Historic Preservation Procedures), which outlines the Certificate of Appropriateness process, as well as the Landmark and Historic District designation procedures; Subchapter 4: Overlay and Historic Districts (4.1 through 4.4), which includes the provisions for establishing Historic District Overlays; and (4.9 Historic Landmark Preservation and Historic Districts), which provides the boundaries and architectural requirements for the City’s designated historic districts. A more formal analysis of the DDC and its historic preservation provisions as it compares with the Texas Model Historic Landmark and District Zoning Ordinance (the “Model Ordinance”), as developed by the Texas Historical Commission is included in Appendix 6. The following table compares the relative strengths and weaknesses of the Denton Development Code to other cities and communities in the region. TYLER MCKINNEY Grapevine PLANO Fort worth DENTON Waco Texas Model ORDINANCE YES NO NO NO NO YES NO NO NO NO NO NO YES NO NO NO NO NO YES NO NO NO NO YES NO YES YES YESYES (PROOF OF BURDEN) 90-180 days NO (STAFF ADVISORY REVIEW)YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Owner Consent to Municipal Landmark Designation Owner Authority to Request Landmark De- Designation/ Removal from Historic District Demolition by Neglect Provision Conservation Districts Demolition Delay Mandated Design Review for Properties in Local Historic District Mandated Design Review for Local Landmark Table 6: Local Historic Preservation Ordinance | Community Comparison 165 130 Denton Historic Preservation Plan DESIGN REVIEW Design review is the process in which both public and private projects are evaluated for their visual, aesthetic, architectural and urban design qualities, as well as their appropriateness and compatibility to the surrounding environment and setting. In the context of this Historic Preservation Plan, design review is associated with the Historical Landmark Commission’s administration of the Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) review process for City Landmarks and properties located in Historic or Conservation Districts. For its design review purposes, the Historic Landmark Commission currently uses architectural requirements prepared by the City of Denton to regulate appropriateness of the use, construction, alteration, repair, improvement and alteration of buildings, structures, properties, and sites within its three local historic districts. Subchapter 4: Overlay and Historic Districts within the Denton Development Code provides a section for each historic district with corresponding Architectural Requirements developed specifically to meet the needs of that district’s historic resources. Tailoring design review standards to each district and inserting them in the DDC ensures their legal enforcement; however, a property owner must look through the Development Code in order to find them. Creating a user-friendly companion document of the architectural requirements, including photographs and illustrations for easy comprehension, is recommended. Many communities provide a separate document outlining their design review standards for ease of communication and outreach to property owners. The recent creation and City Council approval of the Denton Square District Standards and Guidelines document is a good example. Administrative review by the Historic Preservation Officer is formalized in the Certificate of Appropriateness language in Section 2.9.2 of the DDO. The ordinance authorizes the HPC to approve or deny COA applications for ordinary maintenance, minor exterior alterations and within conservation districts. Denton Civic Center © The Lakota Group 166 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 131 Logan Shoe Shop © The Lakota Group 167 132 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 168 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 133 SECTION 5 COMMUNITY SPEAKS 169 134 Denton Historic Preservation Plan While preparing the Historic Preservation Plan, the Lakota Group conducted the following engagement efforts to determine key preservation planning issues, including the following activities: • Historic Landmark Commission Orientation Session (October 8, 2018) • Focus group session with historic district property owners (January 8, 2018) • Focus group session with Mayor of Denton and various City department heads, including Community Development, Parks and Recreation (December 10, 2018) • Interview session with Director of Planning and Development, Texas Woman’s University (December 10, 2018) • Focus group session with local developers (December 10, 2019) • Focus group session with local architects (December 11, 2019) • Focus group session with members of the Denton Planning Commission (December 11, 2018) • Interview session with Historic Denton (December 11, 2019) • Focus group session with members of the Historic Landmark Commission (December 11, 2018) • Focus group session with Denton County Office of History and Culture (December 11, 2018) • Community Open House #1 (February 18, 2019) • Community Open House #2 (June 17, 2019) We have to preserve our neighborhoods’ architectural styles and unique heritage. Survey respondent Community Open House #1 © The Lakota Group Survey respondent COMMUNITY SPEAKS 170 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 135 Project Brand Promotional Material Social media post 1 Social media post 2 Project Website Community Workshop Poster The graphics used to communicate these engagement efforts are highlighted below. 171 136 Denton Historic Preservation Plan The City of Denton hosted a community workshop on Monday, February 18, 2019 in the lobby of the Hickory Street Office Building. About 30 community residents and stakeholders engaged in the workshop. The purpose of the workshop was to introduce the planning process, as well as the benefits, approaches and meaning of historic preservation. More importantly, the workshop featured interactive exhibits to gather input from residents, giving them the opportunity to take part in the decision-making process. The following pages summarize the results of the community workshop exercises. COURTHOUSE VIEW CORRIDORS Participants were asked their opinion about whether the City should consider protecting views of the courthouse or not. All participants (100%) strongly believe in this initiative. 100% of participants strongly believe in protecting views of the Denton County Courthouse. Courthouse © Joshua Bloom COMMUNITY WORKSHOP #1 172 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 137 VOTING: PRESERVATION ACTIONS Participants were given seven “planning dollars” to spend on different preservation initiatives. These initiatives don’t all cost the same — the cost reflects the level of investment the City would have to take. The costs (in “planning dollars”) are as follows: Planning dollars were spent as follows: $1 $74 $48 $48 $21 $1 $2 $3 ADDITIONAL LANDMARKS & HISTORIC DISTRICTS EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION (37 VOTES) ADDITIONAL LANDMARKS & HISTORIC DISTRICTS (48 VOTES)ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (16 VOTES)EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES (21 VOTES) ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Neighborhood Revitalization received the most planning dollars, with each vote worth $2 planning dollars. Less expensive initiatives traditionally get more votes, and participants consider them to be ‘safe options’. Additional Landmark and Historic Districts Initiative received the highest number of votes at 48, followed by the Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative with 37 votes. Additional initiatives that participants brainstormed include: • Use taxes to help pay a percentage of construction cost. • Aside from economic or cash/tax incentives, maybe engineering/design consultancy. • Façade improvement incentive. • A higher cap than $25,000 for downtown rehabilitation • Lower interests on loans. • Zoning change incentives. IMAGINING A RE-USE Participants were asked to identify a location where they see a potential for a site or building rehabilitation, and propose a re-use. One potential location is the “Downtown Mini Mall” on the square. The site sits vacant after a fire consumed the building on December 26, 2017. Suggestions for the re-use sites included: • The Old Post Office Site (office use) • Morrison Milling Site (commercial Use) • Mini Mall Site (commercial use) Participants mostly emphasized the need to preserve the urban fabric and historic character when rehabilitating the suggested sites. 173 138 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Figure 15: Big Map Exercise Results 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 BIG MAP EXERCISE Participants were asked to identify potentially historic areas including neighborhoods and open spaces. The map above highlights potential districts identified by open house attendees with a light yellow wash and blue markers (existing local historic districts are called out in gold). 1. Located north of Oak Hickory and West Oak Historic Districts and west of Quakertown. 2. Located north east of Bell Avenue Conservation District. 3. Courthouse Square. 4. Located east of the Courthouse Square. 5. Located south of Oak Hickory Historic District 6. Located South of Highway 35 East. 7. Located in the south eastern portion of the City, in Southridge development. 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 174 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 139 The City of Denton hosted an online survey that was open to the public for three weeks. About 190 community residents and stakeholders participated. The purpose of the online survey was to give residents, who couldn’t make it to the community workshop, the chance to learn about the planning process and share their thoughts. The online survey featured interactive exercises that mirror those presented in the community workshop. The following pages summarize the results of the online survey exercises. COURTHOUSE VIEW CORRIDORS Participants were asked their opinion about whether the City should consider protecting views of the courthouse or not. Similarly to the open house, the majority of respondents (92%) were in favor of this initiative. VOTING: PRESERVATION ACTIONS Participants were asked to rank four different preservation initiatives. The items ranked in the order below: 1. Additional Landmarks & Historic Districts (110 votes) 2. Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives (107 votes) 3. Educational Initiatives (74 votes) 4. Economic Development Initiatives (30 votes) 1 2 3 4 Echoing the results of the community workshop, Additional Landmarks and Historic Districts ranked as the most important initiative with 110 votes, followed by Neighborhood Revitalization initiative with 107 votes. The City may explore the opportunity to nominate potential districts highlighted in the big map exercise in Figure 15. Additional initiatives that participants brainstormed included: • Zoning regulations that prohibit multi-dwelling units in single-family unit neighborhoods • Green initiatives including preserving trees, gardens, and open spaces and encouraging additional parks and open spaces • Design guidelines and signage/storefront guidelines for the courthouse square • Ordinance restrictions on murals • Prohibition of high-rises, Airbnbs, and SRO units • Expedited city services and permitting for businesses that rehab historic properties • Fire code regulations for historic buildings • Additional tax incentives for the revitalization of historic buildings • Restoration assistance • Walkability initiatives that limit car use and emphasize public transportation • Partnerships with UNT and TWU • Additional incentives for long-time small business owners • Code revisions • Remove the confederate monument in the square/move to indoor museum • Revitalization of the theatre on the square ONLINE SURVEY #1 175 140 Denton Historic Preservation Plan • TWU and Quakertown • The corridor between UNT and Downtown • Northeast Denton • Old Post Office • Idiots Hill • Nottingham woods development • PECAN Neighborhood • Morrison Milling tower • Austin Street • Wells Fargo building • Area north of Oak-Hickory • Normal street and Normal school area • Downtown Denton • Historic areas around UNT and TWU • Fine Arts Theatre • Campus Theatre • Area between Eagle and Parkway, Carroll and Bell • First United Methodist Church • The Morrison Corn Kits sign • The bank building on the square • The areas around the existing Oak-Hickory district • Single family homes from Eagle to Sycamore • Elm, Locust, Hickory and Oak Streets • Slave cemetery • John B. Denton statue • Old Alton Bridge • Southridge area southeast of Denton • Homes that students of O’Neil Ford designed • Old missile base north of the City • Fred Moore School • Bolivar Street Arts District • Calhoun Middle School • Anything over 100 years old WHAT TO PRESERVE? Participants were asked to identify potentially historic landmarks or districts that should be preserved. Below are a sampling of results from this exercise: TODAY AND TOMORROW Participants were asked to share what preservation in Denton is like now and in the future. Below are some of the shared thoughts: ESSENTIAL A MODEL AN ECONOMICCATALYST INNOVATIVECOMMON PLACE FORWARDTHINKING SUPPORTIVE OF NEIGHBORHOODINITIATIVES DEPENDENT ON ACTIONS TAKEN TODAY TOMORROW, PRESERVATION IN DENTON WILL BE... BALANCED WITH DEVELOPMENT PART OF WHAT MAKESDENTON UNIQUE A TOP PRIORITY IMPORTANT HOPEFUL SLOW LACKINGGAININGMOMENTUM VITAL INCONSISTENTGROWING TODAY, PRESERVATION IN DENTON IS... FOCUSED ON THE SQUARE WORKING TOWARDS A BETTER DENTON NOT THE FIRST PRIORITY 176 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 141 The City of Denton hosted a community workshop on Monday, June 17, 2019 in the Senior Center Blue Room. About 70 community residents and stakeholders engaged in the workshop. The purpose of the workshop was to feature potential historic districts and landmarks and other initiatives through interactive exercises that will help guide the future of historic preservation in Denton. The following pages summarize the results of the community workshop exercises. FUTURE SURVEY AND REGISTRATION Participants were asked to identify future survey areas, national register districts, and conservation districts. Refer to Figure 16 for more information. COMMUNITY WORKSHOP AND ONLINE SURVEY #2 Survey areas identified identified by participants, in order of highest to lowest votes: • Survey Area S3 (64.4%) • Survey Area S4 (59.7%) • Survey Area S5 (39.5%) • Survay Area S1 (34.7%) • Survey Area S6 (34.3%) • Survey Area S2 (26.7%) • Survey Area S7 (22.3%) National Register districts identified by participants, in order of highest to lowest votes: • National Register District N5 (65.15%) • National Register District N4 (55.4%) • National Register District N2 (55.4%) • National Register District N3 (47.7%) • National Register District N1 (40.6%) National Register districts identified by participants, in order of highest to lowest votes: • Conservation District C4 (59%) • Conservation District C2 (58.4%) • Conservation District C3 (57.4%) • Conservation District C1 (55%) • Conservation District C5 (54%) There are enough unique, interesting homes in N5, that I could support this. The entire Idiots Hill neighborhood N1 should be considered for National Historic Register nomination or Historic Conservation designation. Survey respondent Survey respondent 177 142 Denton Historic Preservation Plan Figure 16: Survey and Registration N Elm St.N Locust St.ruddlel st.Highland Park Rd.N Elm St.N Locust St.Stuart Rd.E. Sherman Dr,Hercules Lane Loop 288 Denison St.Carroll Blvd.W. Windso r Dr.Bolivar St.W Oak St. W Hickory St. Mulberry St. Sycamore St. Willowwood St. Teasley Lane Parvin St.Teasley Lane Lillian Miller ParkwayPennsyl v a n i a D r . So u t h r i d g e D r . Prairie St. I 3 5 maple st. W Unive r si t y D r. Windsor St. Kings Row Windsor Dr. Withers St. E. McKinney St.Audra LaneN. Bell Ave.Mingo Rd.Panhandle St.N Bonnie Brae St.Emery St. cordell st. Paisley St.Hinkle Dr.Oakland St.W. Parkway St. S1 N1 N2 N4 N5 N3 C4 C5 C3 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 Legend Future Survey Areas Future National Register Districts Future Conservation Districts C1 C2 S N C 178 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 143 FUTURE LOCAL LANDMARKS Participants were asked to identify which buildings or structures have the potential to be local landmarks based on their historical or architectural significance to the community. Below is a list of potential landmarks, in order of highest to lowest votes: (Note: no property may be designated a local landmark without a public process and generally owner consent is required.) • 415 Chapel Drive (93.6%) • 927 North Locust Street (88.6%) • 709 West Congress Street (86.5%) • 201 South Locust Street (85.4%) • 319 East Prairie Street (79.5%) • 709 Bolivar Street (64.4%) • 719 West Sycamore Street (67.3%) • 301 North Locust Street (59.6%) • 2604 North Locust Street (59.5%) • 1415 North Locust Street (59%) • 1317 North Austin Street (59%) • 105 East Hickory Street (57.7%) • 1306 North Locust Street (56.8%) • 602 Bernard Street (52%) • 110 Friar Tuck Circle (48.9%) • 116 Forest Drive (48%) • 401 West Sycamore Street (48%) • 1421 North Locust Street (47.7%) • 800 North Loop 288 (47.7%) • 921 Stuart Road (46.8%) • 127 East Sherman Drive (46.8%) • 222 South Elm Street (46.8%) • 1203 Fulton Street (46%) • 2226 North Locust Street (44.6%) • 431 East Sherman Drive (44.6%) • 1428 North Locust Street (43.2%) • 2628 Jamestown Lane (42.5%) • 301 South Locust Street (40.4%) • 1712 Highland Park (37.5%) • 206 Bernard Street (36.5%) • 2108 Northwood Terrace (35.4%) • 610 Bernard Street (33.3%) • 2130 Northwood Terrace (33.3%) 415 Chapel Drive © The Lakota Group 927 N Locust St © The Lakota Group 179 144 Denton Historic Preservation Plan HISTORIC PRESERVATION INITIATIVES Participants were asked to identify to what extent they agree with the following initiatives. Increase public understanding of historic preservation benefits through ongoing education and advocacy. • Action 1: Create new publications that inform investors, business owners, and residents on the benefits of rehabilitating, preserving and adapting historic resources. • Action 2: Disseminate and publicize information preservation preservation educational materials utilizing the internet and other digital technologies. • Action 3: Conduct ongoing educational and training programs in historic preservation for local stakeholders and residents. Facilitate building rehabilitation and adaptive use projects that spur revitalization of Denton’s traditional downtown, and neighborhoof commercial districts. • Action 1: Maintain and leverage a range of incentive programs to address different preservation needs. • Action 2: Create and support planning programs and initiatives that advance preservation and community revitalization objectives. Participants ranked both initiatives as high priority at 80% important. INITIATIVE #1: PRESERVATION, EDUCATION, AND ADVOCACY. INITIATIVE #2: REVITALIZATION 180 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 145 Community Workshop #1 © The Lakota Group 181 146 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 182 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 147 SECTION 6 APPENDICES 183 148 Denton Historic Preservation Plan This appendix is adapted from Section 2 of the National Register Bulletin: How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation, National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION The quality of significance in American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture is present in districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that possess integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association, and: A. That are associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history; or B. That are associated with the lives of significant persons in our past; or, C. That embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or that represent the work of a master, or that possess high artistic values, or that represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; or, D. That have yielded or may be likely to yield, information important in history or prehistory. CRITERIA CONSIDERATIONS Ordinarily cemeteries, birthplaces, graves of historical figures, properties owned by religious institutions or used for religious purposes, structures that have been moved from their original locations, reconstructed historic buildings, properties primarily commemorative in nature, and properties that have achieved significance within the past 50 years shall not be considered eligible for the National Register. However, such properties will qualify if they are integral parts of districts that do meet the criteria or if they fall within the following categories: a) A religious property deriving primary significance from architectural or artistic distinction or historical importance; or, b) A building or structure removed from its original location, but which is primarily significant for architectural value, or which is the surviving structure most importantly associated with a historic person or event; or, c) A birthplace or grave of a historical figure of outstanding importance if there is no appropriate site or building associated with his or her productive life; or d) A cemetery that derives its primary importance from graves of persons of transcendent importance, from age, from distinctive design features, or from association with historic events; or, e) A reconstructed building when accurately executed in a suitable environment and presented in a dignified manner as part of a restoration master plan, and when no other building or structure with the same association has survived; or, f) A property primarily commemorative in intent if design, age, tradition, or symbolic value has invested it with its own exceptional significance; or, g) A property achieving significance within the past 50 years if it is of exceptional importance. APPENDIX 1: THE NATIONAL REGISTER CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION 184 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 149 APPENDIX 2: TEXAS RECORDED LANDMARKS AND HISTORICAL MARKER PROGRAM The Texas Historical Commission’s (THC) official Texas Historical Marker Program, inaugurated in 1962, includes the Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (RTHL), subject marker, and Historic Texas Cemetery marker programs. More than 16,000 markers now have been placed across the state, including more than 3,800 RTHL markers. THC RECORDED TEXAS HISTORIC LANDMARKS Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHL) are properties judged to be historically and architecturally significant. The Texas Historical Commission awards RTHL designation to buildings at least 50 years old that are worthy of preservation for their architectural and historical associations. This is a designation that comes with a measure of protection under state law. The purchase and display of the RTHL marker is a required component of the designation process. The owner’s consent is required to nominate a property as a RTHL. CRITERIA FOR DESIGNATION Age. Buildings or other historic structures may be eligible for RTHL designation upon reaching 50 years of age. In some cases, structures older than 50 years that have been altered may be eligible, if those alterations occurred at least 50 years ago and took place during a significant period of the structure’s history. Historical Significance. It is the responsibility of the applicant to establish, through written and photographic documentation, the historical significance of a structure. Architectural Integrity. In reviewing applications for RTHL designation, the THC considers not only the historic persons or events associated with a structure, but also the architectural integrity of the building or structure. The structure should maintain its appearance from its period of historical significance and should be an exemplary model of preservation. In no case can a structure be considered for the RTHL designation if it has been moved in the past 50 years or if artificial (aluminum, vinyl, asbestos, etc.) siding applied to its exterior within the preceding 50 years covers and/or alters its historic architectural materials or features. Further information may be found on the Texas Historical Commission’s website: https://www.thc.texas.gov/preserve/ projects-and-programs/recorded-texas-historic-landmarks THC SUBJECT MARKERS The historical marker process in Texas begins at the county level – applications are submitted through the Denton County Historical Commission who must approve nominations and submit them to the THC. The marker program is competitive and takes 12-18 months. The THC accepts applications for historical markers each Fall for the following year. Further information may be found on the Texas Historical Commission’s website: https://www.thc.texas.gov/ preserve/projects-and-programs/state-historical-markers/apply-historical-marker THC HISTORIC TEXAS CEMETERY MARKERS Historic Texas Cemetery Markers recognize the historical significance of a cemetery and, with the use of interpretive plaques, provide background on associated communities, families, events, and customs. As with the subject markers, applications for cemetery markers are submitted through the Denton County Historical Commission who must approve nominations and submit them to the THC. Cemeteries must be recognized as Historic Texas Cemeteries prior to receiving a Marker. 185 150 Denton Historic Preservation Plan State Antiquities Landmarks (SALs) are designated by the Texas Historical Commission (THC) and receive legal protection under the Antiquities Code of Texas (the Code). The Code defines all cultural resources on non-federal public lands in the State of Texas as eligible to be designated as SALs. Historic buildings and other aboveground historic resources must be listed in the National Register of Historic Places before they can be designated as SALs, but archeological sites do not have the same prerequisite. Landmark designation does not mean that sites or buildings cannot be altered or destroyed. The land-owning agency must consult with the THC about such proposed actions through the permit process, and the THC will determine whether the work will be allowed. CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, AND CULTURAL LANDSCAPES Buildings, structures, cultural landscapes, and non-archeological sites, objects, and districts may be designated as SAL’s, provided that the following conditions are met: 1. The property meets at least one of the following criteria: a) The property is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history, including importance to a particular cultural or ethnic group; b) The property is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past; c) The property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, represents the work of a master, possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; d) The property has yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in Texas culture or history; 2. The property retains integrity at the time of the nomination, as determined by the executive director of the commission; and 3. The property must be listed in the National Register of Historic Places, either individually, or as a contributing property within a historic district. Contributing status may be determined by the Keeper of the National Register or the Executive Director of the Commission. CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES 1. The commission shall use one or more of the following criteria when assessing the appropriateness of official landmark designation, and/or the need for further investigations under the permit process: a) The site has the potential to contribute to a better understanding of the prehistory and/or history of Texas by the addition of new and important information; b) The site’s archeological deposits and the artifacts within the site are preserved and intact, thereby supporting the research potential or preservation interests of the site; c) The site possesses unique or rare attributes concerning Texas prehistory and/or history; d) The study of the site offers the opportunity to test theories and methods of preservation, thereby contributing to new scientific knowledge; and e) There is a high likelihood that vandalism and relic collecting has occurred or could occur, and official landmark designation is needed to ensure maximum legal protection, or alternatively, further investigations are needed to mitigate the effects of vandalism and relic collecting when the site cannot be protected. APPENDIX 3: STATE ANTIQUITIES LANDMARKS 186 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 151 2. The commission shall use one or more of the following criteria when assessing the verification of the existence of a cemetery: a) The location contains interments that are confirmed through assessments or investigations consented by the landowner and performed by a professional archeologist or other individuals as defined by §711.0105(a) of the Health and Safety Code of Texas; b) The location contains human burial caskets or other containers or vessels that contain human remains or are contextually known to have been used to inter human remains; c) The location contains articulated human remains that were deliberately interred; or d) The location contains a burial pit or burial pit features. CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING CACHES AND COLLECTIONS Caches and collections may be considered significant and be recognized or designated as landmarks, provided that at least one of the following conditions is met: 3. The cache or collection was assembled with public funds or taken from public lands; 4. Preservation of materials is adequate to allow the application of standard archeological or conservation techniques; 5. The cache or collection is of research value, thereby contributing to scientific knowledge; or, 6. The cache or collection is of historic value or contributes to a theme. Additional criteria are outlined for shipwrecks. Further information may be found on the Texas Historical Commission’s website: https://www.thc.texas.gov/preserve/projects-and-programs/state-antiquities-landmarks 187 152 Denton Historic Preservation Plan In 1935, the Texas Legislature created the Commission of Control for Texas Centennial Celebrations to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Texas’ independence from Mexico. More than three million dollars in state funds were appropriated for “the placing of suitable markers, memorials or buildings at places where historic events occurred… the placing of monuments to early patriots of Texas…the purchasing of suitable tracts of land where necessary for an approved celebration; and the staging of pageants at appropriate places; and an exposition in the recognition of the basic industries and their historical significance in the progress and growth of Texas.” The state placed about 1,100 exposition buildings, memorial museums, statues, and granite and bronze markers and monuments around Texas. The Texas Historical Commission, created in 1953, monitors the 1936 markers and coordinates their repair or relocation when necessary. Further information may be found on the Texas Historical Commission’s website: https://www.thc.texas.gov/preserve/ projects-and-programs/state-historical-markers/1936-texas-centennial-markers APPENDIX 4: 1936 TEXAS CENTENNIAL MARKERS 188 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 153 APPENDIX 5: DENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MARKERS The Denton County Historical Commission marker program began in 2004. The historical markers are found in cities and towns, cemeteries, and early communities, and along highways and country roads throughout the county. Inscriptions are written based on historical narratives and documentation found in records of the Denton County Historical Commission or the Texas Historical Commission’s archives. The historical markers tell the story of the early pioneers and settlers in Denton County and cover subjects on a wide range of topics that include communities and cities, cemeteries, churches, schools, ranches, land grants, events, businesses, historic individuals, archeology, and organizations. The Denton County Historical Commission accepts applications year-round. Further information may be found on the Denton County Historical Commission’s website: https://apps.dentoncounty. com/website/historicalmarkers/historical-markers.htm 189 154 Denton Historic Preservation Plan APPENDIX 6: DENTON DEVELOPMENT CODE (HISTORIC PRESERVATION) (ADOPTED MAY 10, 2019) SUBCHAPTER 1: GENERAL STANDARDS Section 1.2: Purpose 1.2.4 – Improve the city’s appearance. SUBCHAPTER 4: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES; SECTION 34.4.3 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION A. Composition There is hereby created a commission to be known as the Historic Landmark Commission of the City, hereinafter called the “Landmark Commission,” composed of nine (9) members appointed by the City Council. The Landmark Commission shall include at least one (1) representative from each of the following organizations or professions: • County Historical Commission; • The county bar association; • A certified public accountant; • A registered architect; • An owner of real property in the City. The previous Denton Preservation Ordinance, as well as the Texas Model Ordinance, recommend appointing commission members who work in specific fields such as architecture, planning, urban design, history, real estate, archeology and law, or related disciplines. The Texas Model Ordinance also recommends appointing an owner of a historic property, and notes that all members regardless of background shall have a demonstrated interest, competence, or knowledge in historic preservation. It also recommends that the make-up of the Commission should represent the ethnic makeup of the City of Denton. The size of the voting membership is not mentioned, although it states that a quorum of the Historic Landmark Commission is five. The Texas Model Ordinance suggests at least seven (7) members in order to accommodate the various fields of interest. The Model Ordinance also recommends that the Commission shall prepare rules and procedures necessary to carry out its business be ratified by City Council. The Rules and Procedures for an efficient Commission should include procedures for the following: • Nominating a chair, vice-chair, and secretary; • Qualifications for who may vote on an application; • Instructions on when special meetings may be called; • The creation of committees that may conduct specific work on behalf of the Commission; • Procedures for the removal of a landmark designation. 190 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 155 B. Operational Procedures 1. The Historic Landmark Commission shall meet as often as necessary to dispose of the business of the Historic Landmark Commission or upon call by the Historic Landmark Commission chair or upon petition of a simple majority of Historic Landmark Commission members. 2. Five members present shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, and all issues shall be decided by a majority of those members present and voting, except that in those instances where only a quorum of five is present at a meeting, all issues shall be decided by at least four affirmative votes. 3. The Historic Landmark Commission shall adopt appropriate rules and regulations for the conduct of its business and the election of its chair and other officers. The minutes of each meeting shall be filed in the office of the City Secretary. C. Powers and Duties The Historic Landmark Commission shall have the review and decision authority as shown in Table 2.2-A, pursuant to the application -specific procedures outlined in this DDC, and the following additional powers and duties under this DDC: 1. The Historic Landmark Commission shall thoroughly familiarize itself with buildings, structures, sites, districts, areas, and lands within the City that may be eligible for designation as historic landmarks, shall have review authority over the City’s Historic Preservation Plan, and shall: a) Establish criteria to be used in determining whether certain buildings, structures, sites, districts, areas, lands, and other objects should be designated as historic landmarks; b) Establish guidelines to be used in determination of whether to grant or deny certificates of appropriateness for demolition; c) Suggest sources of funds for preservation and restoration activities and acquisitions, to include federal sources, state sources, private and foundation sources, as well as municipal sources; and d) Recommend, to the proper agencies, incentives designed to encourage historic preservation. 2. The City’s Historic Preservation Plan shall be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission for consideration and recommendation to the City Council for inclusion in the Denton Comprehensive Plan. 3. The Historic Landmark Commission shall recommend to the Planning and Zoning Commission ordinances designating certain buildings, structure, sites, districts, areas, and lands in the City as historic landmarks. 4. The Historic Landmark Commission shall hold a public hearing on all proposed ordinances and the owner of any land included in the proposed ordinance shall be given at least 15 days written notice of the public hearing. 5. If the Historic Landmark Commission finds that buildings, structures, sites, districts, lands or areas cannot be preserved without acquisition, the Historic Landmark Commission may recommend to the City Council that the fee or a lesser interest of the property in question be acquire by gift, device, purchase, eminent domain or otherwise, pursuant to the City’s Charter and state and federal law. 6. Where there are conditions under which the required preservation of a historic landmark would cause undue hardship on the owner, use district changes may be recommended by the Historic Landmark Commission. 7. The designation of an historic landmark may be amended or removed using the same procedure provided in this DDC for the original designation. 8. The Historic Landmark Commission shall provide information and counseling to owners of designated historic landmarks. 9. Any person making application to have any building, structure, site, district, area or land designated as an historic 191 156 Denton Historic Preservation Plan landmark pursuant to the provision of this article shall pay to the Development Services Department a filing fee in an amount determined and as from time to time amended by ordinance by the City Council, a copy of which ordinance is on file with the Department. 10. The members of the Historic Landmark Commission are held to the City of Denton’s Ethics Code. Sections C.4 and C.7 are procedural regarding historic landmarks and should be moved to Section 2.9.4 which outlines the procedures for designating Historic Landmarks. Section C.9 outlines the requirement for a fee for historic landmark applications. This is an administrative function and should be moved to 2.9.2 which provides procedures for a Certificate of Appropriateness. Section C.10 notes that the Historic Landmark Commission shall be held to the City of Denton’s Ethics Code. This is an administrative function and should be moved to Section 2.3.6 under the Commission’s Operational Procedures. The DDC refers to the Historic Landmark Commission as having review authority over the Historic Preservation Plan, though it is a policy document rather than a legislative one. The preparation of a Historic Preservation Plan as part of the City’s Comprehensive Plan should be listed as a duty of the Commission. Reformatting this section would provide clarity on the duties of the Historic Landmark Commission based on the recommendations of the Texas Model Ordinance as well as local needs. Following is an example of how that could look: The Historic Landmark Commission shall be empowered to: 1. Thoroughly familiarize itself with buildings, structures, sites, districts, areas, lands, and objects within the City that may be eligible for designation as historic landmarks. 2. Establish criteria to be used in determining whether certain buildings, structures, sites, districts, areas, lands, and objects should be designated as historic landmarks. 3. Recommend to the Planning and Zoning Commission ordinances designating certain buildings, structures, sites, districts, areas, lands, and objects in the city as historic landmarks. 4. Establish guidelines to be used in determination of whether to grant or deny certificates of appropriateness for maintenance, rehabilitation, restoration, new construction, and demolition. 5. Present to the Planning and Zoning Commission for consideration and recommendation to the City Council a Historic Preservation Plan for inclusion in the Denton Comprehensive Plan. 6. Suggest sources of funding for preservation and restoration activities and acquisitions, to include federal, state, and local sources, as well as private and foundation sources. 7. Recommend incentives designed to encourage preservation activities. 8. Recommend the acquisition by gift, device, purchase, eminent domain or otherwise of a building, structure, site, or object by the City of Denton where its preservation is essential to the purpose of this ordinance and where private preservation is not feasible, pursuant to the City’s charter and state and federal law. 9. Recommend use district changes where there are conditions under which the required preservation of a historic landmark would cause undue hardship on the owner. 10. Provide information and counseling to owners of designated landmarks and increase public awareness of historic preservation by developing and participating in public education programs. 11. Make recommendations for employment of staff and professional consultants as necessary to carry out the duties of the Commission. (The recommendation for employment of staff is optional as it could also be considered a City administration function). 12. Conduct surveys and maintain an inventory of significant historic, architectural, and cultural landmarks and all properties located in historic districts within the City of Denton. 192 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 157 13. Create committees from among its membership and delegate to these committees responsibilities to carry out the purposes of this ordinance. 14. Prepare and submit annually to the City Council a report summarizing the work completed during the previous year. (This is also a requirement of Certified Local Governments). 15. Prepare specific design guidelines for the review historic landmarks and districts. 16. Review and provide comments to the Texas Historical Commission on nominations within the City of Denton to the National Register of Historic Places. Section 2.9: Historic Preservation Procedures 2.9.1 – General Provisions A. Applicability The following are the general provisions applicable to the creation of Historic Landmarks, Historic Districts, and Conservation Districts within the City of Denton, as defined under Subchapter 9: Definitions. B. Public Hearings 1. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall hold a public hearing as required in the same manner and with the same notice provisions as provided for zoning regulations in TLGC § 211.006 – 211.007, as amended, to consider any Historic Landmark, Historic District, or Conservation District designation ordinance after receiving a recommendation from the Historic Landmark Commission (HLC). 2. Within 30 days after the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall set forth in writing its recommendation, including the findings of fact that constitute the basis for its decision, and shall transmit its recommendation concerning the proposed ordinance to the City Council along with the recommendation of the HLC. Consider adding a reference to Sections 2.9.3 and 2.9.4, which outline the Historic Landmark Commission’s process for reviewing applications for designation of Historic Landmarks and Historic and Conservation Districts. C. Notices Any notice required to be given under this Subsection, if not actually delivered, shall be given by depositing the notice in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the person or entity to whom such notice is to be given at his last known address. When notice is required to be given to an owner of property, such notice, delivered or mailed by certified or registered mail, may be addressed to such owner who has rendered his property for city taxes as the ownership appears on the last approved city tax roll. D. Recording of Decision Upon passage of a Historic Landmark designation ordinance by the City Council, the City Secretary shall file a copy of the ordinance with the Denton County Tax Clerk. E. Amendments The regulations, restrictions, and boundaries created under the authority of this DDC concerning Historic Landmarks and Historic and Conservation Districts may, from time to time, be amended, supplemented, changed, modified, or repealed pursuant to the public notice and hearing requirements, as amended, herein. If there is a written protest against such change signed by the owners of 30 percent or more, either of the area of the lots or land included in such proposed change or of the lots immediately adjoining the change and extending 200 feet therefrom, such amendment shall not become effective except by a simple majority of the City Council. 193 158 Denton Historic Preservation Plan F. Completeness Determination Every application shall be subject to a completeness determination by the Historic Preservation Officer (HPO). Applications should be accompanied by all documents required by and prepared in accordance with the requirements of this DDC and all applicable city ordinances, rules, and regulations. An application deemed incomplete shall not bind the city as the official acceptance of the application for filing, and the incompleteness of the application shall be grounds for denial or revocation of the application. The HPO will make his/her completeness determination within 10 days from the date of receipt of the application. An email or comment in the city’s permit tracking program is considered a determination in writing. Applications will be deemed complete on the 11th business day after the application is received. 2.9.2 – Certificate of Appropriateness A Certification of Appropriateness (COA) shall be obtained prior to the issuance of a building permit. The COA shall be posted at the project site. A COA may be required for work not otherwise requiring a building permit. The COA shall be required in addition to, and not in lieu of, any required building permit. A. General Provisions 1. Application Prior to commencement of any work for which a COA is required, the applicant shall file an application for a COA with the City Development Services Department. The application shall contain such information as is requested from a form prepared by the HPO. Applications will be subject to the completeness determination in this subchapter. Consider including information about the requirements for submitting a building permit for designated properties, if done prior to the filing of a Certificate of Appropriateness and how the two are related. This may prevent confusion for the City and applicants to prevent the issuance of a permit without a Certificate of Appropriateness. 2. HPO Discretion Upon receipt of an application for a COA, the HPO shall determine whether the application is to be administratively reviewed or reviewed by the HLC, using the requirements in this subsection. Generally, certificates of appropriateness for exclusively ordinary maintenance and minor exterior alternations may be administratively approved; however, the Director or the HPO may place a request for a COA on the agenda to be heard by the HLC at a public meeting based on the significance of the project or its potential for impact to a Historic District, Conservation District, or a Historic Landmark. 3. Expiration The COA shall expire one year from the date of issuance; existing COAs shall expire one year from the adoption of this DDC 4. Time Bar After a final decision by the HLC is reached denying a COA, no further applications may be considered for the subject matter of the denied COA for one year from the date of the final decision, unless changed circumstances regarding the property or project are sufficient to warrant a new meeting, in the opinion of the HPO. The HLC may also waive the one-year requirement for resubmission, by a simple majority vote. Consider renaming this section “General Provisions: Resubmittals” for clarification. 5. Amendment A COA may be amended by submitting an application for amendment to the HPO. The application shall then be subject to the standard COA review procedure. 6. Emergency Procedures If a structure requiring a COA is damaged and the Building Official determines that the structure or property will suffer additional damage without immediate repair, the Building Official may allow the property owner to temporarily protect the structure. In such a case, the property owner shall apply for a COA within 10 days of the 194 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 159 occurrence that caused the damage. The protection authorized under this subsection must not permanently alter the architectural features of the landmark or of the structure in the Historic or Conservation District. 7. New Construction Design for new construction on the site of a property, either individually designated as a Historic Landmark or located in a Historic or Conservation District, shall conform to applicable adopted design guidelines and a COA shall be required. 8. Appeal An applicant may appeal the HPO’s decision to deny a COA by submitting to the HPO a written request for appeal within 10 days of the decision. The written request for appeal starts the HLC Review procedure in this subchapter. 9. Compliance Required In considering an application for a COA, the HPO and the HLC shall review it for compliance with The Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (The Standards), any applicable guidelines adopted by the City and any guidelines provided in this subchapter. 10. Sustainability Guidelines The use of sustainable practices in design is encouraged and the HPO and HLC shall use the Secretary of Interior’s Guidelines on Sustainability for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings as a guide for decisions related to renewable energy such as: solar technology, wind power, insulation, HVAC, and similarly related topics. 11. Building Code Requirements Historic buildings may be exempted from building code requirements due to their status at the discretion of the Building Official. The Building Official may authorize certain exemptions in accordance with state law and the city’s codes. B. Administrative Review 1. Ordinary Maintenance. The HPO may administratively approve or deny a COA if the proposed work meets the following criteria: Ordinary maintenance is defined as the process of stabilizing or repairing, deteriorated or damaged architectural features (including but not limited to roofing, windows, columns, siding, and repainting), and includes any work that does not constitute a change in design, material, color, or outward appearance, and includes in-kind replacement or repair. If the applicant is seeking a COA for ordinary maintenance only, the HPO may review the application to determine whether the proposed work complies with the regulations contained in this DDC and all applicable ordinances, and the HPO may administratively approve or deny the work. 2. Minor Exterior Alterations. Minor exterior alteration shall be defined as the installation of or alteration to signage, fences, gutters and downspouts, incandescent lighting fixtures, landscaping, restoration of original architectural features that constitute a change from existing conditions, painting of wood or other appropriate elements including a change in color and additions and changes not visible from any street, as determined by the HPO, to the rear of the main structure or to an accessory structure. If the applicant is seeking a COA to authorize minor exterior alterations only, the HPO may review the application to determine whether the proposed work complies with the regulations contained in this DDC and all applicable ordinances, and administratively approve or deny the application. 3. Conservation Districts. COAs for work in a Conservation District shall be approved by staff according to standards set when the Conservation District is created. Conservation Districts differ from Historic Districts in that they may be created to protect the physical attributes of an area. The preservation of architecture may or may not be a component of the regulations adopted for a given Conservation District. C. Historic Landmark Commission Review COAs for projects not subject to administrative review shall be approved or denied by the HLC at a public meeting pursuant to these procedures. 195 160 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 1. Effect of Approval If a COA has been approved by the HLC, then a certificate will be issued to the applicant, and copies of the certificate will be filed with the Planning Division in the Development Services Department. 2. Deemed Approval If final action has not been taken by the HLC within 75 days of the posting of the item on the HLC’s agenda by the HPO, then the COA will be deemed approved and a certificate will be issued to the applicant. If all other requirements of this DDC and applicable regulations are met, and a building permit is required for the proposed work, the Building Official shall issue a building permit to the applicant for the proposed work. 3. Appeal If a COA has been denied, the applicant may appeal the decision in writing to the City Council by filing a written notice with the City Secretary within 10 days of receiving the notice of the denial. City Council’s decision is final, and no further applications shall be considered. D. Demolition and Removal 1. Criteria • The HLC must consider the following criteria for a COA for demolition or removal: • The state of repair of the building; • The existing and/or potential usefulness, including economic usefulness of the building; • The purposes behind preserving the structure as an historic structure; and, • The character of the neighborhood and all other factors it finds appropriate. 2. Appeal Period Any applicant or the owner of any property located within 200 feet of any landmark or structure in a Historic or Conservation District requiring a COA for demolition or removal, and who is aggrieved by a ruling of the HLC concerning the landmark or structure in a Historic or Conservation District, under the provisions of this subsection may, within 60 days after the ruling of the HLC, appeal to the City Council. Following a public hearing to be held within 30 days of the filing of a notice of such appeal with the City Secretary, the City Council may, by a favorable vote of three-fourths of all members of the City Council who are eligible to vote on the matter, uphold or overturn any ruling of the HLC made pursuant to this subsection. Applicants may not begin demolition or removal until after the appeal period has passed. 3. Posting of Signs An applicant for a COA for demolition is required to post a sign at the project site pursuant to city’s sign posting requirements established in the Administrative Criteria Manual. 2.9.3 – Historic and Conservation District Designation The City Council may designate buildings, structures, sites, areas, and lands in the city as part of a Historic or Conservation District and define, amend, and delineate the boundaries thereof. This is a zoning designation in addition to any other use designation. The Official Zoning Map shall reflect the designation of Historic and Conservation Districts. A. Applications Applications for consideration of a proposed Historic or Conservation District shall be based upon architectural, historical, archeological, or cultural importance or value and accompanied by the following information: 1. A map showing the boundaries of the proposed District and the location of each contributing resource identified by a number or letter designation; 2. Notation of state and national landmarks; 3. A list of specific buildings, structures, sites, areas, or lands of importance considered contributing to the District and a description of the particular importance or value of each such building, structure, site, area, or land; and 196 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 161 4. Sufficient photographs of each building, structure, site, area, or land of importance or value showing the condition, color, size, and architectural detail of each, and where possible: Date of construction; a) Builder or architect; b) Chain of uses and ownership; c) Architectural style; d) Materials; e) Construction technique f) Recognition by state or national government as architecturally or historically significant, if so designated. Consider adding “object” to this list for consistency. Typically, the list of contributing properties in a district nomination is based upon a definition of a Contributing Resource found within the ordinance definitions. The requirement for a description of each property may be cumbersome for larger districts. Usually a historic resource survey identifying each property has already been completed for an area prior to district designation. An example of a definition of Contributing Structure could include the following language: “A structure within a historic district that was substantially constructed within the district’s period of significance and retains a significant amount of its physical integrity and character-defining features including location, setting, design, construction, workmanship, or association with historical persons or events.” B. Procedures for Designation Designation as a District may be initiated by the Historic Landmark Commission (HLC) or by written petition in the form prescribed by this subsection. Such a request shall designate clearly the land proposed to be included. 1. Applications Requests for designation shall be made on a form obtained from the city. Completed applications shall be returned to the HPO for review and processing as applicable. The HPO is the administrative official with original jurisdiction to review applications and submitted written support for completeness. 2. Time Limits Properly submitted applications shall remain valid for one year from the date it is deemed complete and thereafter shall be expired. Consider renaming this section “Procedures for Designation: Expiration” for consistency with the language in the section. 3. Petition Required The applicant must submit with the application, a petition with signatures of more than 50 percent of the owners of the property within the proposed District who collectively own more than 50 percent of the land area within the proposed District. Property ownership shall be verified using the last certified tax rolls of the appropriate county tax assessor collector for the proposed area. For purposes of calculating the support of more than 50 percent of the property owners, each property as listed on the tax rolls shall be counted individually, regardless of whether an individual or group owns multiple properties within the proposed area. Properties owned by governmental entities shall not be counted in the more than 50 percent support requirement, although their written preference may be submitted to any board, commission, or to City Council for their consideration. Additionally, for properties owned by more than one party, only one property owner need submit written support in order for the HPO to count the property in the calculation. 197 162 Denton Historic Preservation Plan The Texas Model Ordinance does not require written petitions with property owner signatures when considering the designation of a historic district. Requiring written petitions can be extremely difficult to achieve and may be seen as a hindrance to the submittal of nominations. The alternative is to notify all property owners within the proposed district boundaries of the application, inviting them to present testimony at a public hearing or via written or electronic means. 4. Demolitions and Exterior Alterations Prohibited Any demolition or exterior alterations are prohibited for properties included in the area under consideration for designation while the application is being reviewed by the city. The Director may approve a permit for demolitions or exterior alterations on a case-by-case basis. It is unclear who the Director is or which City department they work for. Clarification is necessary. 5. Decision Once the HPO receives a completed application, the HPO must call a public hearing in front of HLC. The HLC shall make its recommendation for either approval or denial within 30 days from the date of the public hearing for consideration by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall schedule a public hearing to be held within 60 days of receipt of the HLC’s recommendation and shall forward its recommendation for either approval or denial to the City Council. The City Council shall, at a public hearing, review and either approve or deny the proposed district. Upon passage of any ordinance designating an area, or removing the designation of a district, the city shall send notice of the fact by mail to the owner or owners of affected property. Technically the City staff do not call for public hearings; that is determined based on the procedures of the ordinance. The scheduling of a public hearing by staff is an administrative procedure outlined by the review process. More appropriate language would be, “The Historic Landmark Commission shall hold a public hearing.” As a point of clarification, the Historic Landmark procedures state that the Commission review those applications at a “regular” meeting rather than a public hearing. The two procedures should align for the clarification of applicants. As the Planning and Zoning Commission holds the public hearing in both procedures for designation, the Historic Landmark Commission could review the nominations at a regular meeting. 6. Increasing Boundaries Applications to increase the boundaries of a District shall be made following the same procedure for creating the district and may be made when one or more of the following criteria are met: a) When buildings, structures, sites, areas, or lands of importance or value related to the district are requested for inclusion; or, b) When facts previously undisclosed to or unknown by the HLC are revealed which indicate that a particular building or site is possessed of special architectural, archeological, cultural, or historical importance or value. 7. Appeal If the HLC determines at a public hearing that the area is not eligible for a District classification, it shall notify the applicant of the fact in writing. Notice is given by depositing the notice, properly addressed and postage paid, in the United States mail. The notice must be sent to the address shown on the application. The decision of the HLC that an area is not eligible for Historic or Conservation District classification may be appealed to the City Council. The City Council’s determination of eligibility on appeal is final. If the City Council determines that the area is not eligible as a District classification, no further applications for a District classification may be considered, for the area of request, for two years from the date of the decision. A property owner in the area of the request may apply for a waiver of the two-year limitation and must show changes in circumstances that alter the facts and conditions upon which the first decision was determined. The HPO shall determine if the application may go forward. 198 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 163 8. Established Districts Requirements of Subchapter 4: Overlay and Historic Districts, shall apply to the Historic or Conservation Districts, however, any conflict between this subsection and other provisions of Subchapter 4 shall be resolved in favor of this subsection. 9. Regulations The ordinance creating the District may contain regulations, special exceptions, or procedures that the HLC considers necessary to conserve the distinctive atmosphere or character of the area, or to minimize potential adverse impacts which could result from the creation of the District. In addition, all property owners must conform to existing building codes and this DDC. C. Approval Criteria 1. The purpose of Historic and Conservation Districts is to geographically define areas possessing significant concentration, linkage, or continuity of buildings, structures, sites, areas, or land which are united by architectural, historical, archeological, or cultural importance or significance for preservation purposes. They may also include a landmark or a group of landmarks. 2. Any District must meet two of the following criteria: a) Include buildings, structures, or sites that have common character defining features and be of common form. b) Include buildings, structures, or sites which are similar in size, massing, and scale. c) Have a common streetscape or have similar spatial relationships or contain common visual qualities such as vegetation, vistas, orientation, set back, spacing, site coverage, exterior features, or materials. d) Contains properties and an environmental setting that meets two or more of the criteria for designation of a landmark (see 2.9.4: Historic Landmark Designation). 3. Any District in the City of Denton that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places is presumed to be qualified for designation as a historic or conservation district or included as part of a larger Historic or Conservation District. 4. For designation as a Historic District, a minimum of 51 percent of buildings, structures, or sites in the proposed District must be 50 years of age or be of historical significance. There are several criteria which refer to commonality of character or visual qualities and similarity in size, massing, and scale of buildings within a proposed district. Districts do not necessarily need to have buildings that are all the same in terms of size, massing, and scale, nor do the character defining features of its buildings need to be common in appearance. Typically, but not always, districts are varied in style, building type and age of construction. Requiring that a district application meet the commonality standard may limit preservation options. The Texas Model Ordinance does not require commonality or similarity in its criteria for designation, but rather utilizes the National Register criteria for designation or its value as a distinct section of the City, which the Denton ordinance includes. 2.9.4 – Historic Landmark Designation The City Council may designate buildings, structures, sites, areas, and lands in the city as Historic Landmarks. This is a zoning designation in addition to any other use designation. A Historic Landmark does not have to be located in a Historic or Conservation District. The Official Zoning Map shall reflect the designation of Historic Landmarks. A. Procedures for Designation 1. The owner of the property seeking designation, or owner’s representative, the Historic Landmark Commission (HLC), Planning and Zoning Commission, Historic Preservation Officer (HPO), or the City Council may initiate a Historic Landmark designation by filing an application with the HPO. 2. Requests for designation shall be made on a form obtained from the HPO. 199 164 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 3. Applications prepared and submitted by an authorized agent shall contain the signatures of the owner or owners unless created by resolution of the City Council or the HLC. 4. Applications shall be considered by the HLC at a regular meeting. The HLC shall make a recommendation to the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding such designation. The Planning and Zoning Commission must make a recommendation to City Council for its consideration. The decision at City Council is final and cannot be appealed. 5. Historic Landmark Commission-approved medallions for designated structures may be prepared and, subject to the approval of the owners, may be affixed to individually designated Historic Landmarks. As an administrator of the preservation ordinance the Historic Preservation Officer should not have the official capacity to initiate a Historic Landmark nomination; rather, they should forward recommendations for potential nominations to the Historic Landmark Commission for initiation. B. Approval Criteria The following criteria will be used in the designation of a Historic Landmark. 1. Character, interest, or value as part of the development, heritage, or cultural characteristics of the city, state, or the United States; 2. Recognition as a recorded state historic landmark, a national historic landmark, or entered into the National Register of Historic Places; 3. Reflects a distinguishing characteristic of an architectural type or specimen; 4. Identification as the work of an architect or master builder whose individual work has influenced the development of the city; 5. Reflects elements of architectural design, detail, material, or craftsmanship which represent 5.a significant architectural innovation; 6. Relationship to other distinctive buildings, sites, or areas which are eligible for preservation according to a plan based on architectural, historic, or cultural motif; 7. Portrayal of the environment of a group of people in an area of history characterized by a distinctive architectural style; 8. Archeological value in that it has produced or can be expected to produce data affecting theories of historic or prehistoric interest; 9. Exemplification of the cultural, economic, social, ethnic, or historical heritage of the city, state, or the United States; 10. Location as the site of a significant historic event; 11. Identification with a person who significantly contributed to the culture and development of the city, state, or the United States; 12. A building or structure that, because of its location, has become of value to a neighborhood, community area, or the city; or 13. Value as an aspect of community sentiment or public pride. C. Permits Pending Designation 1. From and after the date on which the question of whether or not a building, structure, or 1.site within the city should be designated as an Historic Landmark is placed upon the agenda for any special or regular meeting of the HLC or from and after the date on which such agenda is posted in accordance with the provision of Chapter 551 of the Government Code (Texas Open Meetings Act), as amended, or from and after the date that the HLC approves or recommends a Preservation Plan or any amendment of any existing Preservation Plan which embraces or includes the building, structure, or site within the city, whichever date first occurs, no building permit allowing the construction, reconstruction, alteration, change, restoration, removal, or demolition of any exterior 200 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 165 architectural feature of any building or structure then existing included or embraced in whole or in part within the scope of such agenda consideration or such preservation plan or such amendment thereof, as the case may be, and no permit allowing the demolition or removal of all or any part of any such building or structure may be issued by any official of the city nor, if no such permit is required, may any person or entity construct, reconstruct, alter, change, restore, remove, or demolish any exterior architectural feature of any such building or structure until the earliest of the following conditions have been met: a) A final and binding COA for the removal or demolition, as may be appropriate, has been issued by the HLC; b) The HLC fails to make a recommendation that some part or all of any such building or structure be designated an Historic Landmark or be included within an Historic Landmark or within a Preservation Plan or an amendment thereof within 60 days following the earliest of the dates described in this subsection, under the circumstances; or c) A final and binding decision has been made by the City Council that no part of any such building or structure shall be designated an Historic Landmark or shall be included within any designated Historic Landmark. However, should the City Council fail to act within 90 days from the date an appeal is filed, the requested permit shall be granted. The 90-day time limitation may be waived by the appellant to allow the City Council an additional 30 days in which to act. This paragraph is difficult to understand and should be rewritten or formatted differently for clarity. Consider adding language to this effect for pending historic district designation in Subchapter 4. Additionally, the use of the term “Preservation Plan” is incorrect, as it infers it is a legislative document rather than a policy one. 2. It shall be the duty of the HPO to furnish the Building Official with a copy or written notice 2. of each such written order or such agenda or such Preservation Plan or amendment thereof, as the case may be, as promptly after the preparation thereof as is practicable. The failure to so furnish the Building Official with a copy or written notice thereof, however, shall not have the effect of validating any building permit, removal permit or demolition permit issued without knowledge of any such written order or agenda. In any instance in which any such permit may not be required, it shall be the duty of the HPO to give notice of any such written order or such agenda or such Preservation Plan or amendment thereof to the owner of any building or structure included within the scope thereof, which notice shall be deemed complete when actually given, orally, or in writing, to such owner or when written notice there is deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, certified or registered, with return receipt requested, addressed to such owner, whichever event first occurs. Again, the use of the term “Preservation Plan” is incorrect, as it infers it is a legislative document rather than a policy document. 3. Any permit issued to any person from or after the date of any such written order or such 3.agenda or the approval or recommendation of such preservation plan or amendment thereof, as the case may be, shall be null, void, and of no force or effect until the earliest of the events described in subsections (1.a), (1.b), (1.c) above occur. 4. Notwithstanding any other provision of this subsection, no building permit, removal permit 4. or demolition permit shall be issued by the Building Official for any structure located in a National Register District except as authorized by this subsection. The Building Official shall notify the HPO immediately of any application requesting a building permit, removal permit or demolition permit for a structure located in a National Register District. No such permit shall be issued by the Building Official before the HLC has made a recommendation, or scheduled the structure on its agenda, or before the expiration of 60 calendar days, whichever is sooner. If a structure is placed on an agenda item, it shall be scheduled for a public hearing as soon as property owners within the National Register District are notified. 201 166 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 2.9.5 – Maintenance, Omission of Repairs A. The exterior of any structure in a designated District, any designated Historic Landmark and any building determined by the HLC to meet the criteria for Landmark designation shall be maintained to ensure structural integrity. B. If the HLC finds that there are reasonable grounds to believe that the exterior of any structure in a designated District or any designated Historic Landmark is structurally unsound or in imminent danger of becoming structurally unsound, the HLC shall direct the HPO to notify in writing the owner of the structure of such fact. C. Upon giving a 10 day written notice to the owner of record of such structure, the HLC shall hold a public meeting to determine if the structure is structurally unsound or in imminent danger of becoming structurally unsound. The HLC’s report may include evidence of economic hardship or willful neglect. D. At the conclusion of the meeting, if the HLC finds that the structure is structurally unsound or in danger of becoming structurally unsound and that no valid reason exists as to why the owner cannot or should not undertake to safeguard the structural soundness of the building, it shall in writing notify the owner of record of the finding. E. The owner of record of a structure who has been notified by the HLC that such landmark is structurally unsound or in danger of so becoming, shall within 90 days of receipt of such notice, satisfy the HLC that reasonably necessary repairs to safeguard the structural soundness of the landmark have been affected. F. If the HLC determines that the building is structurally unsound but there are valid reasons why the owner cannot or should not undertake to safeguard the structural soundness of the building, it shall forward to the City Council its recommendation as to what action, if any, should be taken on the structure. G. Any applicant or interested person aggrieved by a ruling of the HLC under the provisions of this section may, within 60 days after the date of such ruling, appeal to the City Council. Consider renaming “Omission of Repairs” to “Demolition by Neglect,” which is the standard terminology within the field. Subchapter 4: Overlay and Historic Districts This subchapter outlines the general provisions applicable to the creation of Zoning Overlay and Historic Districts. 4.4.2.A – Creation and Amendments; General Standards; Statement of Purpose. This section requires a statement of purpose when creating an overlay zone or historic district. A.3. The statement of purpose shall outline the, “imposition of the regulations and design standards proposed.” The use of the term “imposition” implies that an overlay or historic district will have a negative impact on a property owner and adds a negative connotation to the designation of historic districts. Consider using the term “overview.” 4.9.4.B – Oak-Hickory Historic District; Boundaries. This section outlines the boundaries of the historic district and the enabling ordinance. Consider adding the date of adoption for consistency, as the ordinance number does not include the year of adoption as in other district ordinances. 4.9.4.C-5 – Architectural Requirements; New Construction and Additions. This section outlines general requirements for new construction and additions in the historic district. The term “replacement buildings” is used in the text. A new building may be built on a vacant lot as well as replacing an existing building. Consider using the term “new construction” for clarification and consistency with the section heading. 202 DRAFT Historic Preservation Plan 167 4.9.4.C-8 – Architectural Requirements; Color. This section outlines general requirements for the painting of building in the historic district. The Texas Model Ordinance uses the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation as the criteria for approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness. The Standards do not require the review of paint color as it is not a permanent change. Consider removing the review of paint color in all Denton historic districts and for historic landmarks or changing it to a voluntary review at the owner’s request. 4.9.5 Bell Avenue Historic District. This section outlines general requirements for the historic district. B. This section provides the boundaries of the district including a map. The map for this district is not consistent with the other two district maps in that it provides a separate outline for each block rather than one boundary around the entire area. Consider altering the boundary and shading for consistency. 203 168 Denton Historic Preservation Plan 204 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-171 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Quarterly Financial Report for the period ending June 30, 2019. BACKGROUND: Attached for your review is the Quarterly Financial Report for the period ending June 30, 2019. If you have any questions or need additional information, please let me know. STAFF CONTACT: David Gaines, Finance Director (940) 349-8260 David.Gaines@cityofdenton.com REQUESTOR: Staff Generated PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: Finance, Budget, and Accounting. STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: 15 Hours 205 206 About This Quarterly Financial Report This report has been prepared by the City of Denton’s Finance Department. The Quarterly Financial Report is intended to provide our users (internal and external) with information regarding the City’s financial position and economic activity. This report includes information for the quarter ending June 30, 2019. This report is presented in four sections. 1. The Executive Dashboard section contains a high level summary of the major operating funds using graphic illustrations and key economic indicators. Narrative disclosures are also included to highlight any significant changes or fluctuations. 2. The Financial Summary section reports the performance of the major operating funds of the City. In addition, the report provides an end of year projection and a comparison to the budget for major revenue sources and expenditure items. 3. The Revenue & Economic Analysis section provides additional analysis regarding key revenue sources and economic indicators. 4. The Quarterly Investment Report section provides a summary of the City’s investment portfolio, interest earnings and a brief market outlook. The Quarterly Financial Report is intended to provide our users with timely and relevant information. Please provide us with any comments or suggestions you may have. If you would like additional information, feel free to contact me. David Gaines Finance Director 215 East McKinney Street Denton, TX 76201 (940) 349-8260 207 Section 1 City of Denton Quarterly Financial Report June 2019 Executive Dashboards 208 Note: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19ANNUAL ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTION BUDGET 1PROJECTION VARIANCEBeginning Fund Balance as of 09/30/18 31.09$ 30.32$ RESOURCES: Ad Valorem Taxes 46.26 46.26 0% Sales Tax41.43 37.95 -8% Franchise Fees4.36 4.98 14% Other Taxes0.51 0.51 0% Service Fees8.11 7.54 -7% Fines and Fees3.72 3.44 -8% Licenses and Permits3.86 3.73 -3% Miscellaneous Revenue2.29 2.58 13% Transfers In17.16 18.72 9%Total Revenues127.70 125.71 -2%Total Resources158.79 156.03 EXPENDITURES : Personal Service87.10 86.90 0% Material and Supplies2.99 2.70 -10% Maintenance and Repairs3.04 2.71 -11% Insurance1.44 1.44 0% Miscellaneous1.15 1.47 28% Operations18.52 16.94 -9% Transfers Out14.38 13.14 -9% Fixed Assets0.56 0.45 -20%Total Expenditures129.18 125.75 -3%Net Income (Loss)(1.48) (0.04) Ending Fund Balance29.61$ 30.28$ City of Denton, Texas General Fund Executive Dashboard $‐ $20 $40 $60 $80 $100 $120Revenue & Expenses (in Millions)YTD RevenueYTD ExpensesKey TrendsSales Tax revenues are projected $3.48M less than budget and are consistent with what was presented to Council.Franchise Fees revenues are projected $0.62M higher than budget due to a reduction in transfers to the Street Improvement Fund.Service Fees revenues are projected $0.57M less than budget mainly due to building rentals and ambulance fees.Transfers In revenues are projected $1.56M higher than budget due to recapture in previously cash funded transportation projects.Operations expenditures are projected $1.58M less than budget mainly due to savings related to 380 Agreements.Transfers Out expenditures are projected $1.24M less than budget mainly due to the Fleet right sizing effort and elimination of cash funding for renovations to the facility at 651 Mayhill. $‐ $0.5 $1.0 $1.5 $2.0 $2.5 $3.0 $3.5Sales Tax Monthly Average by Quarter1Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018‐19 budget process.209 Note: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.City of Denton, Texas Electric Fund Executive DashboardDESCRIPTIONFY 2018-19 ANNUAL BUDGET 1FY 2018-19 ANNUAL PRO JEC TIO NS FY 2018-19 VARIANCEBeginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 9/30/1862.95$ 73.94$ RESOURCES: Rate Revenues135.52 139.69 3% Transmission Revenue40.06 40.06 0% Other Revenues3.75 3.96 6% DEC Revenues36.30 29.40 -19%Total Revenues215.63 213.11 -1%Total Resources278.58 287.05 EXPENDITURES: Purchased Power67.19 75.36 12% DEC Fuel14.97 14.71 -2% Transmission of Power12.50 12.50 0% Personnel Service21.46 20.45 -5% Operation and Maintenance27.92 27.86 0% Debt Service69.30 50.64 -27% Transfers Out14.33 14.43 1% Capital Outlay16.02 15.46 -3%Total Expenditures243.69 231.41 -5%Net Income (Loss)(28.06) (18.30) Ending Working Capital and Reserves34.89$ 55.64$ $0$20$40$60$80$100$120$140$160$180Oct‐18 Nov‐18 Dec‐18 Jan‐19 Feb ‐ 19 Mar‐19 Apr‐19 May‐19 Jun‐19Revenue & Expenses (in Millions)YTD RevenueYTD ExpenseKey TrendsDEC Revenues are projected to be $6.9 Million less than budgeted due to lower market prices and unseasonably cool summer temperatures.Purchased Power expenditures are projected to be $8.2 Million more than budgeted based on market movement, renewable energy value reduction, and the closure of Gibbons Creek.Debt Service is projected to be $18.7 Million less than budgeted due to not paying off the TMPA Scrubber debt in the amount of $28.6 Million and an increase in DEC Debt Service in the amount of $9.9 Million. As of June 30, $13.6 Million in reserves was utilized to cover the deficit in the ECA account balance. An additional $6 Million is expected to be used by the end of September.01002003004005006001Q 13 3Q 13 1Q 14 3Q 14 1Q 15 3Q 15 1Q16 3Q16 1Q17 3Q17 1Q18 3Q18 1Q19 3Q192013 – 2018 Historical Quarterly GWH Sales1 Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018‐19 budget process. 210 Note: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19ANNUAL ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTION BUDGET 1PROJECTION VARIANCEBeginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/18223.98$ 25.95$ RESOURCES: Water Sales 37.51 33.42 -11% Other Water Revenues1.01 1.77 75% Transfers In1.49 1.49 0% Impact Fee Revenue5.70 5.70 0%Total Re ve n u e s45.71 42.38 -7%Total Resources69.69 68.33 EXPENDITURES: Personal Service8.86 7.68 -13% Operations, Services10.00 7.87 -21% Capital Outlay15.28 14.80 -3% Debt Service12.66 12.70 0% Transfers Out3.39 3.58 6%Total Expenditures50.19 46.63 -7%Net Income (Loss)(4.48) (4.25) Ending Working Capital and Reserves 19.50$ 21.70$ 05001,0001,5002,0002,5001Q143Q141Q153Q151Q163Q161Q173Q171Q183Q181Q193Q192014‐2019 Historical Quarterly Gallons Sold (in Millions)City of Denton, Texas Water Fund Executive Dashboard $‐ $5 $10 $15 $20 $25 $30 $35 $40Oct‐18 Nov‐18 Dec‐18 Jan‐19 Feb‐19 Mar‐19 Apr‐19 May‐19 Jun‐19Revenue & Expenses (in Millions)YTD RevenueYTD ExpensesKey TrendsWater sales are projected to be below budget due to weather conditions. Personal Service expenses are projected to be below budget due to position vacancies.Operations, Services are projected to be below budget due to reduced materials & supplies and outside services expenses.1Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018‐19 budget process.2The Beginning Working Capital balance excludes $10.88M of Impact Fee Reserves and $0.75 million for Development Plan Line Reserves.211 FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19ANNUAL ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTIONBUDGET 1PROJECTION VARIANCEBeginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/18219.19$ 18.67$ RESOURCES: Wastewater Fees23.64 24.28 3% Other Wastewater Revenue1.83 1.73 -5% Drainage Fees4.73 4.84 2% Transfer In0.55 0.63 15% Impact Fee Revenue2.00 2.00 0%Total Revenues32.75 33.48 2%Total Resources51.94 52.15 EXPENDITURES: Personal Service8.61 7.95 -8% Operations, Services8.67 7.18 -17% Capital Outlay10.09 10.16 1% Debt Service6.81 6.86 1% Transfer Out3.29 3.55 8%Total Expenditures37.47 35.70 -5%Net Income (Loss)(4.72) (2.22) Ending Working Capital and Reserves 14.47$ 16.45$ Note: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.02004006008001,0001,2001,4001Q143Q141Q153Q151Q163Q161Q173Q171Q183Q181Q193Q192014‐2018 Historical Quarterly Gallons Billed (in Millions)City of Denton, Texas Wastewater Fund Executive Dashboard $‐ $5 $10 $15 $20 $25 $30Oct‐18 Nov‐18 Dec‐18 Jan‐19 Feb‐19 Mar‐19 Apr‐19 May‐19 Jun‐19Revenue & Expenses (in Millions)YTD RevenueYTD ExpensesKey TrendsPersonal Services are projected to be lower than budget due to position vacancies.Operations, Services are projected to be below budget due to reduced materials & supplies and outside services expenses.1Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018‐19 budget process.2The Beginning Working Capital balance excludes $4.19 million of Impact Fee Reserves, $1.0 million for Drainage Reserves, and $0.54 million for Development Plan Line Reserves.212 FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19ANNUAL ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTIONBUDGET PROJECTION VARIANCEREVENUES: Residential Drainage Fees1.82$ 1.86$ 2% Nonresidential Drainage Fees 2.91 2.98 2% Wastewater Resources0.04 - -100% General Fund Transfer0.32 0.32 0%Total Revenues5.09 5.16 1%EXPENDITURES: Personal Service1.97 1.72 -13% Operations, Services0.80 0.65 -19% Capital Outlay1.40 1.84 31% Debt Service0.48 0.48 0% Transfer Out0.44 0.47 7%Total Expe n di tu re s5.09 5.16 1%Net Income (Loss)-$ -$ Note: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.City of Denton, Texas Drainage Operations Executive Dashboard $‐ $0.5 $1.0 $1.5 $2.0 $2.5 $3.0 $3.5 $4.0 $4.5Oct‐18 Nov‐18 Dec‐18 Jan‐19 Feb‐19 Mar‐19 Apr‐19 May‐19 Jun‐19Revenue & Expenses (in Millions)YTD RevenueYTD ExpensesKey TrendsPersonal Services are projected to be lower than budget due to position vacancies.Operations, Services are projected to be below budget due to reduced materials & supplies and outside services expenses.213 FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19ANNUAL ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTION BUDGET 1PROJECTIONS VARIANCEBeginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/1828.64$ 10.92$ RESOURCES: Collection & Disposal 26.29 26.73 2% Recycling6.84 6.69 -2% Other Revenue1.39 0.57 -59%Total Revenues34.52 33.99 -2%Total Resources43.16 44.91 EXPENDITURES: Personal Service11.21 10.10 -10% Operations, Services8.80 8.73 -1% Capital Outlay1.33 0.81 -39% Debt Service9.00 9.00 0% Landfill Closure1.16 1.16 0% Transfer Out3.37 3.78 12%Total Expenditures34.87 33.58 -4%Net Income (Loss)(0.35) 0.41 Ending Working Capital and Reserves8.29$ 11.33$ 01,0002,0003,0004,0005,0006,0007,0002017Qtr 42018Qtr 12018Qtr 22018Qtr 32018Qtr 42019Qtr 12018Qtr 22018Qtr 3Refuse TonnageRecycling and ReuseTonnageResidential Curbside Collection TonnageNote: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.City of Denton, Texas Solid Waste Fund Executive DashboardKey TrendsOther revenue is projected less than budget due to the return of transfers from Materials Management for 651 Mayhill Project.Operations, Services is less than budget due to less than expected spending on Materials and Supplies and Maintenance and Repairs.Decrease in Capital outlay is due to decrease in container and cart purchases.Transfers‐Out are projected higher due to increased transfers to Engineering and Utility Admin. 05,00010,00015,00020,00025,00030,0002017Qtr 42018Qtr 12018Qtr 22018Qtr 32018Qtr 42019Qtr 12019Qtr 22019Qtr 3Commercial Refuse & Recycling (Front & Side LoadCubic Yards Serviced per WeekCommercial RefuseCommercial Recycling1Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Working Capital and Reserves represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018‐19 budget process.2The Beginning Working Capital and Reserves excludes $9.90 million of Landfill Closure/Post Closure reserves.214 City of Denton, Texas Airport Fund Executive DashboardKey TrendsAnticipating several new leases at fair market value later in the year.Fuel flowage revenue is expected to increase due to increased operations.Diminishing gas well revenues.Reduced personnel cost due to staff turnover.Operations services expense is less than expected due to savings on maintenance contracts.$0.0$1.0$2.0$3.0$4.0$5.02009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019GAS WELLREVENUE(in millions of dollars by fiscal year) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000AIRPORT OPERATIONS BY QUARTER(takeoff or landing by fiscal year)Note: All financial amounts presented are in millions of dollars.FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19ANNUAL ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTION BUDGET 1PROJECTION VARIANCEBeginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/182.67$ 2.93$ RESOURCES: Airport Ground Leases0.770.73 -5% FBO Commissions0.110.12 9% Fuel Flowage Fees0.210.21 0%Total Operating Revenues1.09 1.06 -3%EXPENDITURES: Personal Service0.550.48 -13% Operations, Services0.420.35 -17% Transfer Out0.52 0.52 0%Total Operating Expenditures1.49 1.35 -9%Net Operating Income (Loss)(0.40) (0.29) NON-OPERATING REVENUES: Investment Income0.020.05 150% Gas Well Royalties0.430.37 -14%Total Non-Operating Revenues0.45 0.42 -7%NON-OPERATING EXPENDITURES: Transfer Out - Capital0.25 0.25 0%Total Non-Operating Expenditures0.25 0.25 0%Net Non-Operating Income (Loss)0.20 0.17 Net Income (Loss)(0.20) (0.12) Ending Working Capital and Reserves2.47$ 2.81$ 1Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Working Capital and Reserves represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018‐19 budget process.215 FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19ANNUAL ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTION BUDGET 1PROJECTION VARIANCEBeginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/20181.16$ 1.62$ RESOURCES: Franchise Fees13.52 12.90 -5% Street Cuts0.36 0.36 0% Investment Income0.01 0.01 0% Transfers In1.20 1.20 0%Total Revenues15.09 14.47 -4%Total Resources16.25 16.09 EXPENDITURES: Personal Service3.64 3.49 -4% Materials & Supplies0.10 0.10 0% Maintenance & Repairs9.15 7.99 -13% Operations, Services0.78 0.78 0% Transfer Out1.40 1.38 -1%Total Expe n di tu re s15.07 13.74 -9%Net Income (Loss)0.02 0.73 Ending Fund Balance1.18$ 2.35$ 1Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018-19 budget process.City of Denton, Texas Street Improvement Fund Executive DashboardKey TrendsFranchise fees are projected $0.62 lower than budget due to a reduction in transfers from the General Fund.Maintenance & Repairs are projected lower than budgeted due to a delay of street projects related to weather.No surface treatments were completed in the 1stquarter of the prior year due to cold weather.No surface treatments were completed in the 2ndand 3rdquarter of the current or prior year, several are in progress and will be completed in the 4thquarter or 1stquarter in 2020.Note: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.0123456Qtr1 Qtr2 Qtr3Tons of Asphalt Laid (in Thousands)FY17-18FY18-190204060Qtr 1Qtr 2Qtr 3Lane Miles Surface TreatmentFY 17-18FY 18-19 $- $2.0 $4.0 $6.0 $8.0 $10.0 $12.0Oct-18 Nov-18 Dec-18 Jan-19 Feb-19 Mar-19 Apr-19 May-19 Jun-19Revenue & Expenses (in Millions)YTD RevenueYTD Expenses216 FY 2018-19 FY 2018-19GRANT ANNUAL FY 2018-19DESCRIPTION AMOUNT PROJECTION VARIANCE2018-19 Budget Comm Development13.64$ 1.25$ -66% Public Safety1.02 1.02 0% Transportation172.92 31.55 -57% Other 0.28 0.28 0%Total Budget 77.86 34.10 -56%New Awards Public Safety0.15 0.15 0%Total New Awards0.15 0.15 0%Totals 78.01$ 34.25$ -56%COMM DEV4.66%PUBLIC SAFETY1.50%TRANS93.47%OTHER0.37%FY 2018‐19 Grants Awarded $‐ $20.0 $40.0 $60.0 $80.0COMMDEVPUBLICSAFETYTRANSOTHERAwardsExpensesFY 2018‐19 Awards & Expenses (in Millions)City of Denton, Texas Grants DashboardNote: All figures presented are in millions of dollars.1This grant amount will be spent over several years and the fiscal year 2018-19 projections are estimated expenditures for one year. Remaining grant amounts will be spent in future fiscal year.Key TrendsThe following grants amounts have been received in FY 2018-19: Federal Equitable Sharing: $22,605Chapter 59 Asset Forfeitures: $22,517U.S. Marshals Violent Offenders Task Force: $14,168Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force: $12,911PD-Law Enforcement Officer Standard & Education:$10,371Sexual Assault Examiners Reimbursement:$39,0622017 UASI: $29,574217 Section 2 City of Denton Quarterly Financial Report June 2019 This report is designed for internal use and does not include all the funds and accounts included in the City of Denton’s operations. The information provided is unaudited; for a complete audited report, please refer to the City of Denton Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, available through the City’s Finance Department, City Secretary’s Office, or Denton Public Libraries. FINANCIAL SUMMARY 218 City of Denton General FundSchedule of Revenues - Budget vs Projection (Unaudited)For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS REVENUE DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET PROJECTION PROJECTION Current Year - Ad Valorem 44,207,271$ 45,517,522$ 45,411,613$ 45,674,373$ 45,674,373$ 0% Delinquent - Ad Valorem 74,528 195,942 141,538 296,882 221,882 -25% Miscellaneous Penalties & Fees 271,219 222,005 330,966 288,727 363,727 26% Ad Valorem Taxes 44,553,018 45,935,469 45,884,117 46,259,982 46,259,982 0% Sales Tax 28,455,130 31,073,329 28,159,957 41,425,582 37,953,567 -8% Franchise - Gas Utilities 288,782 188,410 224,196 298,753 341,345 14% Franchise - Private Electric Utilities 54,067 28,636 46,035 105,949 121,054 14% Franchise - Cable 206,681 277,201 169,458 410,188 468,667 14% Franchise - Telecom 142,998 135,873 98,784 201,058 229,722 14% Franchise - Denton Municipal Utilities 2,637,828 2,226,915 2,257,469 3,346,901 3,824,060 14% Franchise Fees 3,330,356 2,857,035 2,795,942 4,362,849 4,984,849 14% Other Taxes 153,629 252,968 168,626 505,936 508,264 0% Ambulance Service Fees 1,924,018 2,224,080 1,891,357 3,700,000 3,520,000 -5% Fire Department Fees 173,266 154,500 150,394 206,000 188,021 -9% Building Inspections Fees 444,475 436,660 446,894 589,172 562,284 -5% Park Department Fees 1,291,744 1,150,035 1,108,444 2,003,991 1,706,555 -15% Planning Department Fees 827,380 797,701 775,097 1,063,557 1,048,425 -1% Reprographics Fees 249,668 277,657 234,065 370,160 370,160 0% Miscellaneous Service Fees 105,124 135,887 106,813 181,171 142,509 -21% Service Fees 5,015,675 5,176,520 4,713,064 8,114,051 7,537,954 -7% Denton Municipal Fines 1,079,914 1,111,502 1,083,679 1,482,000 1,403,486 -5% Parking Fines 169,078 195,000 216,650 260,000 254,971 -2% Miscellaneous Fines and Fees 630,840 652,431 631,350 901,000 801,658 -11% Court Administrative and Service Fees 758,373 780,000 780,948 1,080,000 977,741 -9% Fines and Fees 2,638,205 2,738,933 2,712,627 3,723,000 3,437,856 -8% Demolition Permits 4,180 4,875 3,420 6,500 4,343 -33% Building Permits 2,439,247 2,799,517 2,602,671 3,738,024 3,630,981 -3% Certificate of Occupancy 46,875 60,000 53,995 80,000 64,640 -19% Miscellaneous Licenses and Permits 21,944 29,252 24,038 39,000 27,755 -29% Licenses and Permits 2,512,246 2,893,644 2,684,124 3,863,524 3,727,719 -4% Investment Income 448,902 345,376 678,735 460,500 904,877 96% Miscellaneous Revenues 1,137,007 674,077 1,271,141 1,825,526 1,673,982 -8% Miscellaneous Resources 1,585,909 1,019,453 1,949,876 2,286,026 2,578,859 13% ROI - Denton Municipal Utilities 5,582,042 6,084,787 5,587,372 8,427,209 7,938,871 -6% Transfers 6,028,098 6,550,736 7,641,000 8,733,146 10,777,970 23% Transfers 11,610,140 12,635,523 13,228,372 17,160,355 18,716,841 9% Total General Fund Revenues 99,854,308$ 104,582,874$ 102,296,705$ 127,701,305$ 125,705,891$ -2% 219 City of Denton General Fund Schedule of Expenditures - Budget vs Projection (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET PROJECTION PROJECTION NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES Building Inspections 2,064,831$ 2,289,979$ 2,300,791$ 3,052,886$ 3,052,886$ 0% Community Improvement Services 1,057,997 1,171,466 1,007,604 1,561,728 1,510,152 -3% Libraries 4,349,109 4,473,385 4,458,359 5,963,678 5,835,854 -2% Parks and Recreation 9,576,809 8,027,814 7,140,588 10,702,253 10,402,253 -3% Planning 2,272,589 2,673,040 2,178,377 3,563,561 3,563,561 0% Gas Well Review 306,405 311,756 219,563 415,606 415,606 0% Social Services 451,346 504,770 447,837 672,928 685,639 2% 20,079,086 19,452,210 17,753,119 25,932,640 25,465,951 -2% PUBLIC SAFETY Animal Services 1,154,755 1,226,176 1,472,668 1,633,265 1,878,572 15% Fire 22,149,770 22,750,994 22,898,284 30,330,574 30,113,987 -1% Municipal Court 944,423 955,293 830,262 1,273,547 1,273,547 0% Municipal Judge 300,265 336,168 314,654 448,161 448,161 0% Police 23,409,531 26,776,796 26,100,548 35,697,544 35,685,302 0% 47,958,744 52,045,427 51,616,416 69,383,091 69,399,569 0% TRANSPORTATION Traffic Operations 3,271,367 1,569,616 1,229,715 2,092,526 2,042,917 -2% Transportation Operations 496,386 298,763 146,322 398,291 847,311 113% Street Lighting 597,651 582,828 614,822 777,000 160,406 -79% 4,365,404 2,451,207 1,990,859 3,267,817 3,050,634 -7% ADMINISTRATIVE & COMMUNITY SERVICES City Manager's Office 2,160,313 1,594,875 1,789,631 2,126,205 2,120,681 0% Economic Development 1,634,344 4,464,006 2,610,174 5,951,194 5,150,718 -13% Facilities Management 2,899,817 4,040,793 3,409,172 5,386,980 3,883,323 -28% Finance 2,209,506 2,715,744 2,495,789 3,620,494 3,631,229 0% Human Resources 1,297,822 1,370,794 1,321,710 1,827,469 1,675,498 -8% Internal Audit 297,113 411,740 314,142 548,905 517,655 -6% Legal Administration 1,485,253 2,027,927 1,825,246 2,703,529 2,566,894 -5% Public Affairs 841,337 1,545,421 1,413,017 2,060,264 1,817,064 Non-Departmental 5,616,519 4,781,483 5,627,500 6,375,848 6,474,959 2% 18,442,024 22,952,783 20,806,381 30,600,888 27,838,021 -9% TOTAL EXPENDITURES 90,845,258$ 96,901,627$ 92,166,775$ 129,184,436$ 125,754,175$ -3% 220 City of Denton Electric Fund Schedule of Revenues and Expenditures - Budget vs Projections (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET PROJECTION PROJECTION Beginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 9/30/18 62,950,654$ 73,942,033$ REVENUES: Rate Revenues 109,984,527$ 91,592,089$ 101,046,654$ 135,522,850 139,693,662 3% Transmission Revenues 16,070,591 23,772,766 31,467,284 40,055,256 40,055,256 0% Other Revenues 5,358,306 2,599,777 3,493,377 3,750,515 3,963,129 6%0% DEC Revenues - 25,033,720 9,666,842 36,304,634 29,397,964 -19% Total Revenues 131,413,424 142,998,352 145,674,157 215,633,255 213,110,011 -1% EXPENDITURES: Purchased Power 61,479,586 58,013,453 44,256,021 67,185,014 75,359,657 12% DEC Fuel - 13,070,521 4,102,393 14,967,553 14,713,147 -2% Transmission of Power 2,842,161 6,519,046 13,757,937 12,500,000 12,500,000 0% Personnel Services 12,171,590 15,878,711 13,530,176 21,458,231 20,451,967 -5% Materials and Supplies 471,804 599,276 510,341 1,019,461 925,500 -9% Maintenance and Repair 402,194 1,215,089 478,526 1,772,438 1,626,900 -8% Insurance 194,950 362,149 204,045 705,178 745,178 6% Return on Investment Return on Investment4,020,221 4,224,013 4,136,664 6,204,970 6,159,377 -1% Franchise Fee Franchise Fee5,744,978 6,032,479 5,910,147 8,864,243 8,799,110 -1% Miscellaneous 491,054 1,280,768 463,664 1,414,132 1,410,789 0% Operations 2,980,192 5,973,834 3,569,571 7,957,596 8,187,689 3% Debt Service 31,626,333 43,493,607 43,493,607 69,303,309 50,644,987 -27% Interfund Transfers 9,234,285 10,744,677 10,510,058 14,326,236 14,425,987 1% Capital Outlay 24,196,980 8,160,000 8,160,000 16,016,335 15,459,386 -3% Total Expenditures 155,856,328 175,567,623 153,083,150 243,694,696 231,409,674 -5% Net Income (Loss)(24,442,904)$ (32,569,271)$ (7,408,993)$ (28,061,441) (18,299,663) Ending Working Capital and Reserves 34,889,213$ 55,642,370$ 221 City of Denton Water Fund Schedule of Revenues and Expenditures - Budget vs Projections (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET2 PROJECTION PROJECTION Beginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/181 23,982,828$ 25,947,230$ REVENUES: Water Sales Residential 12,957,395$ 12,397,132$ 11,057,531$ 19,496,211 16,771,313 -14% Water Sales Commercial 11,555,785 11,459,586 10,692,401 16,841,145 15,723,031 -7% Water for Resale 2,103,263 889,416 629,227 1,168,296 928,743 -21% Other Water 1,013,326 542,783 1,069,444 767,349 1,401,204 83% Transfers In 4,460,461 1,115,822 1,117,540 1,487,762 1,490,053 0% Investment Income 203,682 188,250 318,672 251,000 372,580 48% Impact Fee Revenue 2,816,929 4,275,000 4,275,570 5,700,000 5,700,000 0% Total Revenues 35,110,841 30,867,989 29,160,385 45,711,763 42,386,924 -7% Use of Reserves - - - - EXPENDITURES: Personal Service 7,539,530 6,223,930 5,805,850 8,855,034 7,683,364 -13% Purchased Power 906,960 1,025,269 883,570 1,431,895 1,214,370 -15% Purchase of Water 1,346 - 1,520 3,000 1,520 -49% Materials and Supplies 1,113,587 961,773 852,456 1,413,230 1,195,774 -15% Maintenance and Repairs 780,312 987,253 831,878 1,589,203 1,071,073 -33% Insurance 166,861 167,575 167,575 223,433 223,433 0% Miscellaneous 187,524 307,277 197,507 411,219 249,504 -39% Operations, Services 1,184,624 1,313,484 1,011,020 1,693,297 1,305,818 -23% Capital Outlay 3,800,163 9,717,973 9,940,797 15,279,831 14,804,322 -3% Return on Investment 897,521 907,361 805,076 1,339,555 1,073,435 -20% Franchise Fee 1,282,173 1,286,297 1,150,108 1,898,986 1,533,477 -19% Debt Service 12,035,024 12,168,436 12,168,436 12,662,613 12,700,195 0% Transfers Out 2,611,976 1,745,256 2,641,946 3,390,738 3,577,965 6% Total Expenditures 32,507,601 36,811,884 36,457,739 50,192,034 46,634,250 -7% Net Income (Loss)2,603,240$ (5,943,895)$ (7,297,354)$ (4,480,271) (4,247,326) Ending Working Capital and Reserves 19,502,557$ 21,699,904$ 1 The Beginning Working Capital balance excludes $10,884,298 of Impact Fee Reserves and $750,000 for Development Plan Line Reserves. budget process. 2 Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018-19 222 City of Denton Wastewater Fund Schedule of Revenues and Expenditures - Budget vs Projections (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET2 PROJECTION PROJECTION Beginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/171 19,188,011$ 18,669,754$ REVENUES: Residential Fees 9,058,029$ 7,972,990$ 8,730,268$ 10,657,173 11,636,837 9% Commercial Fees 8,833,574 8,889,404 8,539,786 12,218,689 11,837,998 -3% Effluent Irrigation Fees 65,719 40,134 52,933 68,576 80,649 18% Wholesale Fees 436,884 513,259 559,053 694,234 728,574 5% Other Wastewater Fees 1,090,632 1,163,646 1,030,799 1,624,678 1,475,793 -9% Drainage Fees 3,573,064 3,521,260 3,648,037 4,727,006 4,841,142 2% Transfer In 553,022 413,846 492,180 551,795 630,128 14% Investment Income 168,600 156,000 210,303 208,000 251,781 21% Impact Fee Reserves 1,500,200 1,500,000 1,500,200 2,000,000 2,000,000 0% Total Revenues 25,279,724 24,170,539 24,763,559 32,750,151 33,482,902 2% EXPENDITURES: Personal Service 5,642,099 5,993,611 5,993,564 8,607,813 7,954,857 -8% Purchased Power 768,801 944,959 816,544 1,221,000 1,061,314 -13% Materials and Supplies 685,840 734,308 638,731 1,259,075 876,929 -30% Maintenance and Repairs 840,832 973,315 710,529 1,428,270 1,001,729 -30% Insurance 135,369 174,015 174,015 232,020 232,020 0% Miscellaneous 40,366 73,881 72,526 80,218 87,031 8% Operations, Services 1,261,429 1,531,069 1,435,767 2,212,527 1,834,359 -17% Capital Outlay 2,871,038 7,638,767 7,225,858 10,185,022 10,160,967 0% Return on Investment 664,299 652,054 645,632 882,684 860,843 -2% Franchise Fee 948,999 931,506 922,331 1,260,978 1,229,775 -2% Debt Service 6,871,488 6,808,831 6,600,030 6,808,831 6,858,067 1% Transfers Out 2,474,570 2,469,613 2,666,606 3,292,816 3,547,121 8% Total Expenditures 23,205,130 28,925,929 27,902,133 37,471,254 35,705,011 -5% Net Income (Loss)2,074,594$ (4,755,390)$ (3,138,574)$ (4,721,103) (2,222,109) Ending Working Capital and Reserves 14,466,908$ 16,447,645$ 1 The Beginning Working Capital balance excludes $4,189,562 of Impact Fee Reserves, $1,000,000 for Drainage Reserves, and $535,000 for Development Plan Line Reserves. 2 Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018-19 budget process. 223 City of Denton Drainage Operations Schedule of Revenues and Expenditures - Budget vs Projections (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET PROJECTION PROJECTION REVENUES: Residential Drainage Fees 1,355,944$ 1,360,021$ 1,405,447$ 1,820,000$ 1,863,363$ 2% Nonresidential Drainage Fees 2,217,120 2,161,302 2,242,590 2,907,006 2,977,779 2% Wastewater Resources - 32,850 - 43,800 - -100% Investment Interest Income - - - - - 0% General Fund Transfer 318,022 237,596 237,596 316,795 316,795 0% Total Revenues 3,891,086 3,791,769 3,885,633 5,087,601 5,157,937 1% EXPENDITURES: Personal Service 1,150,814 1,387,314 1,281,953 1,968,225 1,719,000 -13% Materials and Supplies 32,241 54,747 30,876 76,075 40,275 -47% Maintenance and Repairs 53,238 100,975 89,439 123,300 127,184 3% Insurance 19,096 26,825 26,825 35,767 35,767 0% Miscellaneous 7,681 14,878 13,765 17,200 17,211 0% Operations, Services 258,687 414,848 323,512 546,870 432,565 -21% Capital Outlay 1,260,538 985,466 1,304,039 1,403,688 1,837,741 31% Debt Service 656,998 477,433 462,153 477,433 477,433 0% Transfer Out 451,793 329,283 353,071 439,043 470,761 7% Total Expenditures 3,891,086 3,791,769 3,885,633 5,087,601 5,157,937 1% Net Income (Loss)-$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 224 City of Denton Solid Waste Fund Schedule of Revenues and Expenditures - Budget vs Projection (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET2 PROJECTION PROJECTION Beginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/181 8,639,290$ 10,918,907$ REVENUES: Refuse Fees - Residential 4,628,174$ 4,313,306$ 4,317,373$ 5,788,754 5,756,498 -1% Refuse Fees - Commercial 10,543,830 10,743,924 11,145,834 14,533,461 14,858,112 2% Residential Recycling 4,228,692 3,999,296 3,969,821 5,337,119 5,232,832 -2% Commercial Recycling 999,639 1,129,041 1,050,283 1,505,187 1,459,029 -3% Landfill Gate and Material Sales 4,334,499 4,394,523 4,620,246 5,967,459 6,110,575 2% Recycled Material Sales 49,854 45,448 50,506 60,590 61,000 1% Asset Sales and Interest Income 441,386 344,459 114,767 459,217 152,900 -67% Other Revenue 266,830 653,538 177,198 871,269 358,092 -59% Total Revenues 25,492,904 25,623,535 25,446,028 34,523,056 33,989,038 -2% EXPENDITURES: Personal Service 7,762,427 8,407,056 7,488,187 11,207,879 10,099,925 -10% Materials and Supplies 161,147 322,395 141,258 429,792 175,427 -59% Maintenance and Repairs 177,506 237,188 173,121 374,506 245,048 -35% Insurance 175,223 204,743 202,129 272,954 269,506 -1% Miscellaneous 44,896 88,078 71,404 117,419 107,064 -9% Operations, Services 3,897,002 4,432,834 4,541,428 5,909,622 6,253,942 6% Capital Outlay 847,120 998,169 748,478 1,330,709 812,716 -39% Debt Service 9,200,029 8,703,621 8,702,688 8,996,579 8,995,034 0% Franchise Fee 1,273,090 1,270,890 1,270,491 1,694,293 1,671,547 -1% Transfers for Landfill Closure 1,058,750 877,130 877,014 1,169,349 1,169,349 0% Admin Transfers Out 2,268,243 2,570,494 2,850,563 3,368,559 3,779,277 12% Total Expenditures 26,865,433 28,112,598 27,066,761 34,871,661 33,578,835 -4% Net Income (Loss)(1,372,529)$ (2,489,063)$ (1,620,733)$ (348,605) 410,203 Ending Working Capital and Reserves 8,290,685$ 11,329,110$ 1 The Beginning Working Capital Reserve excludes $9,896,590 Landfill Closure/Post Closure Reserves. 2 Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018-19 budget process. 225 City of Denton Airport Fund Schedule of Revenues and Expenditures - Budget vs Projection (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET1 PROJECTION PROJECTION Beginning Working Capital and Reserves as of 09/30/18 2,668,447$ 2,930,368$ OPERATING REVENUES: Airport Leases 596,013$ 578,243$ 551,996$ 770,886 732,835 -5% FBO Commissions2 76,007 82,514 96,246 110,004 123,030 12% Fuel Flowage Fees 216,326 156,846 142,776 209,100 207,404 -1% Total Operating Revenues 888,346 817,603 791,018 1,089,990 1,063,269 -2% OPERATING EXPENDITURES: Personal Service 355,017 408,970 381,800 545,217 481,715 -12% Materials and Supplies 13,946 28,234 14,282 37,640 22,688 -40% Maintenance and Repairs 18,825 77,637 13,188 103,500 64,167 -38% Insurance 16,367 32,850 32,846 43,792 43,792 0% Miscellaneous 349 75 - 100 100 0% Operations 86,879 179,459 126,419 239,235 214,702 -10% Transfers Out - Operating 389,880 389,849 391,161 519,730 519,730 0% Total Operating Expenses 881,263 1,117,074 959,696 1,489,214 1,346,894 -10% Operating (Loss)7,083 (299,471) (168,678) (399,224) (283,625) NON-OPERATING REVENUES: Investment Income 45,791 16,700 74,594 22,263 47,949 115% Gas Well Royalties 165,771 323,635 174,084 431,456 370,000 -14% Total Non-Operating Revenues 211,562 340,335 248,678 453,719 417,949 -8% NON-OPERATING EXPENDITURES: Transfers Out - Capital 225,000 187,525 250,000 250,000 250,000 0% Total Non-Operating Expenses 225,000 187,525 250,000 250,000 250,000 0% Non-Operating Income (Loss)(13,438)152,810 (1,322)203,719 167,949 Net Income (Loss)(6,355)$ (146,661)$ (170,000)$ (195,505)(115,676) Ending Working Capital 2,472,942$ 2,814,692$ 2 FBO Commissions includes unbudgeted revenue for "Sale of Scrap Metal" and NSF Check Fees totaling $288. 1 Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Working Capital and Reserves represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2018-19 budget process. 226 City of Denton Street Improvement Fund Schedule of Expenditures - Budget vs Actual(Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 PRIOR BUDGET CURRENT ANNUAL ANNUAL BUDGET VS DESCRIPTION Y-T-D Y-T-D Y-T-D BUDGET1 PROJECTION PROJECTION Beginning Fund Balance as of 9/30/2018 1,158,668$ 1,623,427$ RESOURCES: Franchise Fees 8,335,204$ 10,141,286$ 8,664,269$ 13,519,911 12,897,911 -5% Street Cuts 200,265 273,141 150,632 364,140 364,140 0% Investment Income 440 7,501 21,021 10,000 10,000 0% Transfers In 775,936 897,423 775,936 1,196,404 1,196,404 0% Miscellaneous 1,505 - - - - Total Resources 9,313,350 11,319,351 9,611,858 15,090,455 14,468,455 -4% EXPENDITURES: Personal Service 2,493,245 2,731,301 2,486,603 3,641,249 3,485,284 -4% Materials and Supplies 64,788 65,125 54,814 101,901 101,901 0% Maintenance and Repairs 5,194,393 6,676,341 4,962,128 9,145,194 7,992,516 -13% Insurance 38,770 54,554 54,545 72,727 72,727 0% Miscellaneous 4,320 3,751 5,062 5,000 5,000 0% Operations, Services 513,643 525,299 593,575 700,302 700,302 0% Transfer Out 2,839,077 1,246,152 1,026,319 1,401,632 1,385,882 -1% Total Expenditures 11,148,236 11,302,523 9,183,046 15,068,005 13,743,612 -9% Net Income (Loss)(1,834,886)$ 16,828$ 428,812$ 22,450 724,843 Ending Fund Balance 1,181,118$ 2,348,270$ 1Annual adopted budget as amended or modified. Beginning Fund Balance represents the amount which was estimated in the FY 2017-18 budget process. 227 City of Denton Grants Schedule of Expenditures - Budget vs Projection (Unaudited) For the Period Ended June 30, 2019 GRANT DESCRIPTION EXPENDITURES AS OF 9/30/20182 CURRENT Y-T-D ANNUAL BUDGET ANNUAL PROJECTION BUDGET VS PROJECTION FY 2017-18 Budget US Dept of HUD - Community Development Block Grant(CDBG)3,511,216$ 566,337$ 2,146,395$ 700,000$ -67% US Dept of HUD - HOME Investment Partnership Program 3,320,362 304,369 1,279,659 500,000 -61% Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)506,879 41,587 210,994 46,000 -78% Community Development1 7,338,457 912,293 3,637,048 1,246,000 -66% TxDot STEP Comprehensive Grant - 65,650 88,537 88,537 0% Domestic and Sexual Violence Initiative IACP Grant 204,202 184,099 225,000 225,000 0% 2018 UASI - 100,071 125,956 125,956 0% Emergency Management Performance Grant - - 43,956 43,956 0% Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant 225,381 379,907 419,971 419,971 0% 2018 SHSP SWAT Equipment Enhancement - 23,549 24,000 24,000 0% BG-Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program (BAGP)- 82,542 91,692 91,692 0% Public Safety 429,583 835,818 1,019,112 1,019,112 0% Airport Maintenance (RAMP) Grant - 13,612 50,000 50,000 0% TxDot-RTR-Mayhill Rd-IH35 E to US 380 28,569,138 7,142,735 21,115,515 13,500,000 -36% TxDot-RTR-Bonnie Brae Rd-IH35 E to US 377 13,770,118 2,750,951 26,938,818 8,300,000 -69% TxDot-IH35E at Loop 288/Lillian Miller Pkwy - - 53,865 53,865 0% TxDot-RTR-McKinney (Formerly FM426) 1,336,448 520,139 17,598,079 7,300,000 -59% TxDot-RTR-Hickory Creek FM2181-FM2499 79,163 115,920 2,396,190 600,000 -75%TxDot-RTR-North Texas Boulevard Roundabout 15,393 38,341 1,986,592 380,000 -81% TxDot-RTR-ITS COMM Trunk Line 438,382 757,801 1,277,294 1,176,170 -8% Bicycle & Pedestrian Projects Grant - - 1,500,000 195,000 -87% Transportation1 44,208,642 11,339,499 72,916,353 31,555,035 -57% Interlibrary Loan Program (ILL) - - 25,000 25,000 0% TIFMAS Training Tuition Grant - - 10,500 10,500 0% Miscellaneous New Grants - - 250,000 250,000 0% Other - - 285,500 285,500 0% Total FY 2018-19 Budget 51,976,682 13,087,610 77,858,013 34,105,647 -56% New Awards Federal Equitable Sharing - 22,605 22,605 22,605 0% Chapter 59 Asset Forfeitures - 22,517 22,517 22,517 0% U.S. Marshals Violent Offenders Task Force - 14,168 14,168 14,168 0% Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force - 12,911 12,911 12,911 0% PD-Law Enforcement Officer Standards & Education - 10,371 10,371 10,371 0% Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) Reimbursement - 39,062 39,062 39,062 0% 2017 UASI - 29,574 29,574 29,574 0% Public Safety - 151,208 151,208 151,208 0% Total New Awards - 151,208 151,208 151,208 0% TOTALS 51,976,682$ 13,238,818$ 78,009,221$ 34,256,855$ -56% 1 This grant amount will be spent over several years and the fiscal year 2018-19 projections are just estimated expenditure in the one year. Remaining grant amounts will be spent in future fiscal year. 2 A portion of the grants presented cover multiple years. 228 Section 3 City of Denton Quarterly Financial Report June 2019 REVENUE & ECONOMIC ANALYSIS 229 Texas Leading Indicators Index Outlook Negative Source: Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Description:The Texas Leading Indicators Index is a single weighted summary statistic that sheds light on the future of the state's economy. The index is designed to signal movements and changes in the state's rate of growth. The index includes the following leading indicators: Texas Value of the Dollar, U.S. Leading Index, Real Oil Prices, Well Permits, Initial Claims for Unemployment Insurance, Texas Stock Index, Help-Wanted Advertising,and Average Weekly Hours Worked in Manufacturing. Analysis:Texas Leading Indicators provide a framework for the overall condition of the local economy. Data for this quarter shows a decrease in the state's rate of growth. The index increased 1.63%from the prior quarter and decreased 1.26% from the 3rd Quarter of 2017-18. Staff has rated this indicator as Negative 100.0 105.0 110.0 115.0 120.0 125.0 130.0 135.0 140.0 1Q '10 3Q '10 1Q '11 3Q '11 1Q '12 3Q '12 1Q '13 3Q '13 1Q '14 3Q '14 1Q '15 3Q '15 1Q '16 3Q '16 1Q '17 3Q '17 1Q '18 3Q '18 1Q '19 3Q '19 Texas Leading Indicators Index 230 Unemployment Rate Index Outlook Positive Description:Unemployment is defined as the number or proportion of people looking for work at the prevailing wage who are unable to find employment. Analysis:Unemployment is an economic indicator that provides a framework for the overall condition of the national, state and local economies. The unemployment rate for the City of Denton is at 2.60%for the 3rd Quarter. The unemployment rates for most of the other reported sectors were either down slightly or flat from the prior quarter.As a result of the doward trend since the high of the 2nd Quarter of 2013,staff has rated the outlook for this revenue indicator as Positive. Note:U6 unemployment includes marginally attached workers who currently are neither working nor looking for work but indicate that they want and are available for a job and have looked for work sometime in the recent past. Discouraged workers, a subset of the marginally attached, have given a job-market related reason for not looking currently for a job. Persons employed part-time for economic reasons are those who want and are available for full-time work but have had to settle for a part-time schedule. Source: Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Texas Workforce Commission 2.0 4.0 6.0 8.0 10.0 12.0 14.0 16.0 18.0 3Q '13 1Q '14 3Q '14 1Q '15 3Q '15 1Q '16 3Q '16 1Q '17 3Q '17 1Q '18 3Q '18 1Q '19 3Q '19 Unemployment Rate Index Dallas-Plano-Irving MD Denton Texas U6 Unemployment United States 231 National Economic Trends Period Ending June 30, 2019 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) The initial reading of second quarter GDP was surprisingly solid, bettering the +1.8% median forecast with a +2.1% increase. On the surface, the +2.1% second quarter annualized quarterly advance was well below the +3.1% first quarter gain, but the second quarter advance was driven primarily by consumer spending, which soared by +4.3% (the best in five years) and government spending which jumped +5.0% (the best in 10 years). The drag on second quarter GDP growth came primarily from net exports and business inventories. On a side note, very quietly, fourth quarter 2018 GDP growth was sliced in half from +2.2% to +1.1%. This is a big move, probably having something to do with fact that the Commerce Department was closed in January. As a result of this revision, the previously reported +2.9% growth for all of 2018 falls to just +2.5%. Nonfarm Payrolls The labor market has been wildly volatile over the past several months as employers deal with uncertainty associated with trade. Nonfarm payrolls added +224k jobs in June, well above the +160k median forecast and a solid rebound following a surprisingly poor +72 (revised) showing in May. Company job growth is now averaging +172k per month for the first half of 2019, well below the +223k average for all of 2018, but still quite solid for so late in the cycle. Headline unemployment fell during the quarter, ending June at 3.7%, just a tenth above a five decade low. However, the increase in the unemployment rate was primarily the result of additional workers entering (or reentering) the labor force. This is traditionally a sign of a healthy job market. 232 Inflation Overall inflation was relatively stable during the quarter, but remains lower than the Fed would prefer. Headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) climbed just +0.1% in June, pulling the year-over-year increase down from +1.8% in May to +1.6% in June. Core CPI rose +0.3% in June, pushing the year-over-year pace up from +2.0% to +2.1%. Core PCE, a Fed favorite, was advancing at a +1.6% pace through June, but is now at +2.1% on a quarter-over-quarter annualized basis. With nearly all of the imported goods from China now being taxed, many believe that goods prices could move higher even as the economy cools. Normally, the Fed watches inflation closely, but price movement may be out of their hands. Retail Sales Consumer spending was surprisingly brisk in the second quarter. Retail sales rose +0.4% in June, doubling expectations, while the retail control group climbed +0.7%. April and May headline retail sales were revised upward to match the +0.4% June advance. The result is a strong Q2 after a mediocre Q1. The consumer drove GDP during the quarter as the “consumption” component climbed +4.3% (the best in five years), helping to mitigate weakness in other areas of the economy. Auto sales were volatile, retreating from a 17.5 million unit pace in March to 16.4 in April and back to 17.3 in May as shoppers tried to front-run vehicle tariffs. 233 Sales Texas home sales rose +44.8% in the second quarter, but just +1.6% over the same three month period a year ago. The average Texas home price in June was $308.4k, a new record high, a +7.7% gain from March, and a +3.5% increase from a year ago. In Denton County, unit home sales jumped +55.2% during the second quarter, but just +2.5% over the same three month period a year ago. The average home price in June was $365k, a -0.80% year-over-year decline, and just below the $367.9 high set in June 2018. County home listings in June totaled 4,499, approximately +15.7% higher than a year ago. The paper was prepared by Hilltop Securities Asset Management, is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or investment advice, nor is it an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell any investment or other specific product. Information provided in this paper was obtained from sources that are believed to be reliable; however, it is not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or current, and is not intended to imply or establish standards of care applicable to any attorney or advisor in any particular circumstances. The statements within constitute the views of Hilltop Securities Asset Management as of the date of the report and may differ from the views of other divisions/departments of Hilltop Securities. In addition, the views are subject to change without notice. This paper represents historical information only and is not an indication of future performance. 234 Fuel Prices Outlook Cautious Description: Quarterly fuel trends for the United States and Texas. Analysis:Fuel prices are a major commodity source in the economy. Studies have shown a positive effect on disposable income levels when fuel prices decrease.It is estimated that for every penny decrease in the price of fuel,$1.3 billion is available to the consumer for disposable income. Therefore, the price of fuel is likely to be a key predictor of sales tax collections. Fuel prices showed an 7.1%increase from the prior quarter at the national level and a 29.9% increase at the state level. Staff has rated this outlook as Cautious. Source: U.S. Department of Energy $0 $2 $4 $6 $8 $10 $12 $0.00 $0.50 $1.00 $1.50 $2.00 $2.50 $3.00 $3.50 1Q '15 3Q '15 1Q '16 3Q '16 1Q '17 3Q '17 1Q '18 3Q '18 1Q '19 3Q '19 MillionsDollarsFuel Prices Sales Tax Texas Fuel Prices US Fuel Prices 235 Municipal Cost Index Outlook Negative Description:The Municipal Cost Index was developed to show the rate of inflation for the cost of goods purchased frequently by local governments. The MCI draws on the monthly statistical data collected by the U.S. Departments of Commerce and Labor as well as independently compiled data to project a composite cost picture for the municipal budget officer or operating department manager. Costs of labor, materials and contract services are all factored into the composite MCI. Major indicators of these items used for the MCI include the Consumer Price Index, the Wholesale Price Index for Industrial Commodities (now known as the Producer Price Index) and the construction cost indexes published by the U.S. Department of Commerce, respectively. Analysis:The Municipal Cost Index (MCI) pulls a variety of prices for frequently purchased commodities for local governments. The cost for labor, materials and contract services are factored for the MCI.An increase in MCI means the overall price mix for these types of commodities will cost local governments more to do routine business. The 3rd Quarter of 2018-19 shows an increase of 0.5% over the prior quarter and an increase of 3.5% over the 3rd Quarter of 2017-18. Staff has rated this indicator as Negative. Note: The Municipal Cost Index is designed to show the effects of inflation on the cost of providing municipal services. State and local government officials rely on American City & County's Municipal Cost Index to stay on top of price trends, help control price increases for commodities, make informed government contract decisions and intelligent budget planning. Since 1978, readers have loyally referred to the Municipal Cost Index to determine the cost of inflation and, hence, the rising cost of doing business as a local government. Source: American City and County Magazine 225.00 230.00 235.00 240.00 245.00 250.00 255.00 1Q '17 2Q '17 3Q '17 4Q '17 1Q '18 2Q '18 3Q '18 4Q '18 1Q '19 2Q '19 3Q '19 Municipal Cost Index 236 Hotel Occupancy Tax Analysis Outlook Positive 3rd Quarter FY 2018-19 Actual Y-T-D Occupancy Tax Revenue:831,966$ 2,266,180$ FY 2018-19 Budget 971,853$ 2,387,326$ Over (Under) Budget (139,886)$ (121,146)$ Hotel Occupancy Tax Budget:3,052,174$ 3,052,174$ Variance:-$ Description:Tax imposed on a person who, under a lease, concession, permit, right of access, license, contract,or agreement, pays for the use of a room that is in a hotel. A hotel includes: any building in which the public may obtain sleeping accomodations; motels; a tourist home, house or court; lodginghouse;inn;roominghouse;or bed and breakfast. The tax rate levied by the City is 7% of the price paid for a room. The State also levies a tax equal to 6%. Analysis:While the use of this revenue source is restricted by state law,it is an essential revenue source for various tourist related activities within the community and an important indicator of local economic activity. Hotel Occupancy tax revenue through the 3rd Quarter of FY 2019 was 15.51% less than budget and 2.12% more than the prior year's actual. Staff has rated the outlook for this economic indicator as Positive. FISCAL YEAR FORECAST End of Year Projection: $0 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 $800,000 $900,000 1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections FY 2015-16 FY 2016-17 FY 2017-18 FY 2018-19 237 Sales and Use Tax Analysis Outlook Cautious 3rd Quarter FY 2018-19 Actual Y-T-D Revenue: Gross Sales Tax Municipal Operations 431,055$ 1,299,842$ General Retail & Others 9,698,215 27,945,687 Comptroller Fees (190,332) (548,269) Amount Retained (186,525) (537,303) Total Revenue 9,752,413$ $28,159,957 Economic Incentives1 673,646$ 2,609,821$ Net Total 9,078,767 25,550,136 FY 2018-19 Budget 9,331,680 27,632,958 Over(Under) Budget (252,913)$ (2,082,822)$ Sales Tax Budget:41,425,582$ Year End Projection:37,953,567 Variance to Original Budget:(3,472,015)$ Economic Development Expenditure Budget:3,854,014$ Year End Projection:3,282,141 Variance to Original Budget:(571,873)$ 1. Includes Denton Crossing, Unicorn Lake, Rayzor Ranch, Golden Triangle and O'Reilly Hospitality. Description:Tax imposed on all retail sales, leases, and rentals of most goods,as well as taxable services. The total tax rate levied within the City is 8.25% (State, 6.25%; City, 1.5%; DCTA, 0.5%). Analysis:As the second largest revenue source to the City's General Fund, sales and use taxes are essential to the delivery of services to the community. Sales tax revenues through the 3rd quarter of FY 2019 compared to revenues from the prior year 3rd quarter shows a 2.27% increase, and compared to the budget it is 2.71% below. Staff has rated this indicator as Cautious. $0.0 $1.0 $2.0 $3.0 $4.0 $5.0 $6.0 $7.0 $8.0 $9.0 $10.0 1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr Gross Sales Tax Collections (Millions) FY 2014-15 Actual FY 2015-16 Actual FY 2016-17 Actual FY 2017-18 Actual FY 2018-19 Actual 238 Certificates of Occupancy Outlook Positive Source: City of Denton's Development Services Department. Description:Certificates of Occupancy (CO) are permits issued in compliance with the 2009 International Building Code (IBC) and applicable City ordinances. The IBC states, "that no building shall be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a building or structure or portion thereof shall be made, until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy." Certificates of Occupancy ensure that applicable building, fire and consumer health codes are met. Analysis:Certificates of Occupancy are an economic indicator that provides a framework for the overall condition of the local economy. Certificates of Occupancy increased 94.44% from the prior quarter and increased 266.28% from the 3rd Quarter of 2018. Staff has rated the outlook for this revenue indicator as positive. 0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0 120.0 1Q '14 2Q '14 3Q '14 4Q '14 1Q '15 2Q '15 3Q '15 4Q '15 1Q '16 2Q '16 3Q '16 4Q '16 1Q '17 2Q '17 3Q '17 4Q '17 1Q '18 2Q '18 3Q '18 4Q '18 1Q '19 2Q '19 3Q '19 Certificates of Occupancy 239 Residential Permits Outlook Positive Source: City of Denton's Development Services Department. Description:Residential Permits are issued in compliance with the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC)and applicable City ordinances. The data presented in this analysis only include new permits issued and not remodels/alterations. Analysis:Residential Permits are an economic indicator that provides a framework for the overall condition of the local economy.In particular, residential permits have a direct correlation with building inspection fees and appraised values. Residential permits increased 50.5%from the prior quarter and increased 88.8%from the 3rd Quarter of 2018. Staff has rated the outlook for this revenue indicator as Positive. 0.0 50.0 100.0 150.0 200.0 250.0 300.0 350.0 1Q '14 2Q '14 3Q '14 4Q '14 1Q '15 2Q '15 3Q '15 4Q '15 1Q '16 2Q '16 3Q '16 4Q '16 1Q '17 2Q '17 3Q '17 4Q '17 1Q '18 2Q '18 3Q '18 4Q '18 1Q '19 2Q '19 3Q '19 Residential Permits 240 Section 4 City of Denton Quarterly Financial Report June 2019 INVESTMENT REPORT 241 3rd Fiscal Quarter 2019- June 30, 2019 Page 1 INVESTMENT POOL Policy Par Market Book Unrealized Max.Benchmark Portfolio:Value Value Value Gain/(Loss)1 WAM WAM YTM Yield* Investment Pool 571,880,125$ 572,216,038$ 570,837,285$ 1,378,753$ 276 550 2.20%2.00% *Twelve month moving average of a one year U.S. T-bill yield % of Total Par Market Book Unrealized Portfolio Policy Securities By Investment Type:Value Value Value Gain/(Loss)1 WAM YTM (Book Value)Max. U.S. Treasuries 100,000,000 99,902,745 99,375,096 527,649 450 2.40%17.41%100.00% U.S. Federal Agencies 292,536,000 293,165,540 292,317,285 848,255 369 2.04%51.21%100.00% Municipal Bonds 4,000,000 3,991,640 4,000,000 (8,360) 92 1.22%0.70%15.00% Certificates of Deposit 30,000,000 30,000,000 30,000,000 - 68 1.77%5.26%35.00% Commercial Paper 37,500,000 37,311,988 37,300,779 11,209 70 2.89%6.53%15.00% Local Government Investment Pools 105,804,194 105,804,194 105,804,194 - 1 2.42%18.53%50.00% Demand Deposits 2,039,931 2,039,931 2,039,931 - 1 1.00%0.36%- Total Portfolio 571,880,125$ 572,216,038$ 570,837,285$ 1,378,753$ 276 2.20%100.00%- Current 3 Months Ago 3 Month 1 Year Ago Investment Pool Comparisons:6/30/2019 3/31/2019 Difference 6/30/2018 Par Value 571,880,125$ 583,840,573$ (11,960,448)$ 555,902,431$ Market Value 572,216,038$ 582,174,414$ (9,958,376)$ 552,367,304$ Book Value 570,837,285$ 582,543,347$ (11,706,062)$ 555,370,737$ Unrealized Gain(Loss)1,378,753$ (368,933)$ 1,747,686$ (3,003,433)$ Weighted Average Maturity 276 242 34 291 Yield to Maturity 2.20%2.20%0.006%1.58% Portfolio Composition: U.S. Treasuries 17.41%7.63%9.78%4.85% U.S. Federal Agencies 51.21%45.85%5.36%54.11% Municipal Bonds 0.70%0.86%-0.16%1.98% Certificates of Deposit 5.26%11.16%-5.90%18.36% Commercial Paper 6.53%9.37%-2.83%3.74% Local Government Investment Pools 18.53%24.86%-6.32%11.92% Insured Cash Sweep Savings Deposits 0.00%0.00%0.00%4.50% Demand Deposits 0.36%0.27%0.09%0.54% Bank Collateral Review**:Institution Collateral Type Market Value Collected Balance Collateral Ratio Wells Fargo Demand Deposits BNY Mellon U.S. Agency MBS 35,810,134$ 2,039,931$ 1755.46% Independent Bank Certificates of Deposit Fed Home Loan Bank Standby LOC 8,137,478$ 5,141,507$ 158.27% **Does not include FDIC insurance Depository Ledger Balance Review:Institution Account Type Beginning Bal.Deposits Ending Bal. Wells Fargo Bank Checking 2,064,119$ 111,915,698$ 2,039,931$ Compliance Statement & Review: 111,939,886$ Treasury Manager Preparer: Nancy Towle, CGFO NANCY TOWLE Chief Financial Officer Director of Finance Reviewer: David Gaines DAVID GAINES Withdrawals The Quarterly Investment Report is in full compliance with the objectives, restrictions,and strategies as set forth in the City of Denton's Investment Policy and the Public Funds Investment Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 2256.023). Reviewer: Antonio Puente, Jr., CGFO -2.90% -13.10% -0.18% Pledge Required 2.79% > 102% > 100% 6.62% -4.50% ANTONIO PUENTE, JR. (15) 0.62% -1.28% 19,848,734$ 15,466,548$ 4,382,186$ 12.56% CITY OF DENTON : QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT 1 Year Ago Difference 15,977,694$ 1Unrealized gain/(loss)is the difference between the market and book value and does not represent an actual gain or loss. Gains and losses are realized only when a security is sold prior to maturity. Since it is the City's practice to hold investments until they mature,the temporary gains and losses are unlikely to be realized. 242 3rd Fiscal Quarter 2019- June 30, 2019 Page 2 INVESTMENT POOL Current 3 Months Ago 3 Month 1 Year Ago 1 Year 6/30/2019 3/31/2019 Difference 6/30/2018 Difference Par Value - U.S. Treasuries 100,000,000 45,000,000$ 55,000,000$ 27,000,000$ 73,000,000$ Par Value - U.S. Federal Agencies 292,536,000 267,456,000 25,080,000 300,756,000 (8,220,000) Par Value - Municipal Bonds 4,000,000 5,000,000 (1,000,000) 11,000,000 (7,000,000) Certificates of Deposit 30,000,000 65,000,000 (35,000,000) 102,000,000 (72,000,000) Par Value - Commercial Paper 37,500,000 55,000,000 (17,500,000) 21,000,000 16,500,000 Local Government Investment Pools 105,804,194 144,804,194 (39,000,000) 66,174,172 39,630,022 Insured Cash Sweep Savings Deposits - - - 25,000,000 (25,000,000) Demand Deposits 2,039,931 1,580,379 459,553 2,972,259 (932,328) Total Par Value 571,880,125$ 583,840,573$ (11,960,447)$ 555,902,431$ 15,977,694$ Market Value - U.S. Treasuries 99,902,745 44,629,860$ 55,272,885$ 26,827,579$ 73,075,166$ Market Value - U.S. Federal Agencies 293,165,540 266,588,486 26,577,054 297,698,394 (4,532,854) Market Value - Municipal Bonds 3,991,640 4,972,860 (981,220) 10,904,650 (6,913,010) Certificates of Deposit 30,000,000 65,000,000 (35,000,000) 102,000,000 (72,000,000) Market Value - Commercial Paper 37,311,988 54,598,635 (17,286,647) 20,790,250 16,521,738 Local Government Investment Pools 105,804,194 144,804,194 (39,000,000) 66,174,172 39,630,022 Insured Cash Sweep Savings Deposits - - - 25,000,000 (25,000,000) Demand Deposits 2,039,931 1,580,379 459,552 2,972,259 (932,328) Total Market Value 572,216,038$ 582,174,414$ (9,958,376)$ 552,367,304$ 19,848,734$ Book Value - U.S. Treasuries 99,375,096 44,450,199$ 54,924,897$ 26,910,229$ 72,464,867$ Book Value - U.S. Federal Agencies 292,317,285 267,137,471 25,179,814 300,518,882 (8,201,597) Book Value - Municipal Bonds 4,000,000 5,000,000 (1,000,000) 11,000,000 (7,000,000) Certificates of Deposit 30,000,000 65,000,000 (35,000,000) 102,000,000 (72,000,000) Book Value - Commercial Paper 37,300,779 54,571,104 (17,270,325) 20,795,195 16,505,584 Local Government Investment Pools 105,804,194 144,804,194 (39,000,000) 66,174,172 39,630,022 Insured Cash Sweep Savings Deposits - - - 25,000,000 (25,000,000) Demand Deposits 2,039,931 1,580,379 459,552 2,972,259 (932,328) Total Book Value 570,837,285$ 582,543,347$ (11,706,062)$ 555,370,737$ 15,466,548$ Accrued Interest 2,706,286$ 3,010,592$ (304,306)$ 3,171,462$ (465,176)$ Cash Value -574,922,324$ 585,185,006$ (10,262,682)$ 555,538,766$ 19,383,558$ (Total Market Value + Accrued Interest) Unrealized Gain/(Loss)1,378,753$ (368,933)$ 1,747,686$ (3,003,433)$ 4,382,186$ Change in Fair Value since 9/30/18 -(1,980,866)$ (1,348,219)$ (632,648)$ (1,631,152)$ (349,714)$ (GASB 31) Strategy Statement:The investment pool is an aggregation of the majority of City funds which may include tax receipts, enterprise fund revenues, fine and fee income,as well as some,but not necessarily all bond proceeds, grants, gifts and endowments. This portfolio is maintained to meet anticipated daily cash needs for the City's operations, capital projects and debt service.In order to meet these obligations and to minimize potential liquidation losses,the dollar- weighted stated average maturity of the investment pool shall not exceed 1.5 years or 550 days. The objectives of this portfolio are to:(1) ensure safety of principal by investing in only high quality securities for which a strong secondary market exists; (2) ensure that anticipated cash flow needs are matched with adequate investment liquidity; (3) limit market and credit risk through diversification;and (4) attain the best feasible yield, commensurate with the objectives and restrictions set forth in the Investment Policy,by actively managing the portfolio to meet or exceed the twelve month moving average yield of a one year U.S. Treasury bill as derived from the Federal Reserve Statistical Release H.15 for constant maturities. CITY OF DENTON : QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT 243 3rd Fiscal Quarter 2019- June 30, 2019 Page 3 INVESTMENT POOL Current 3 Months Ago 1 Year Ago Summary By Security Type:6/30/2019 3/31/2019 6/30/2018 U.S. Treasuries - Coupon 99,375,096$ 44,450,199$ 26,910,229$ U.S. Federal Agencies - Amort 6,184,686 6,145,976 - U.S. Federal Agencies - Coupon 270,376,599 240,235,562 279,762,927 U.S. Federal Agencies - Callable 15,756,000 20,755,933 20,755,955 Municipal Bonds - Coupon 4,000,000 5,000,000 11,000,000 Certificates of Deposit - CDARS 25,000,000 25,000,000 42,000,000 Certificates of Deposit - SLOC 5,000,000 40,000,000 60,000,000 Commercial Paper - Discount 37,300,779 54,571,104 20,795,195 Local Government Investment Pools 105,804,194 144,804,194 66,174,172 Insured Cash Sweep Savings Deposits - - 25,000,000 Demand Deposits 2,039,931 1,580,379 2,972,259 Total Book Value 570,837,285$ 582,543,347$ 555,370,737$ Objective: Current 3 Months Ago 1 Year Ago Summary By Security Type:6/30/2019 3/31/2019 6/30/2018 U.S. Treasuries - Coupon 17.41%7.63%4.85% U.S. Federal Agencies - Amort 1.08%1.06%- U.S. Federal Agencies - Coupon 47.37%41.23%50.37% U.S. Federal Agencies - Callable 2.76%3.56%3.74% Municipal Bonds - Coupon 0.70%0.86%1.98% Certificates of Deposit - CDARS 4.38%6.87%7.56% Certificates of Deposit - SLOC 0.88%4.29%10.80% Commercial Paper - Discount 6.53%9.37%3.74% Local Government Investment Pools 18.53%24.86%11.92% Insured Cash Sweep Savings Deposits --4.50% Demand Deposits 0.36%0.27%0.54% Total 100.00%100.00%100.00% CITY OF DENTON : QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT The portfolio is restricted to U.S. Treasuries and agency securities (maturing in less than five years); state and locally issued Texas municipal bonds rated AA or better (maturing in less than three years); insured, collateralized,or standby letter of credit backed certificates of deposit (maturing in less than three years); collateralized repurchase agreements (maturing in less than thirty days); commercial paper rated A-1/P-1 or better (maturing in less than 270 days);and local government pools & SEC registered government money market mutual funds (weighted average maturity of less than 60 days). U.S. Treasuries - Coupon 17.41% U.S. Federal Agencies -Amort 1.08% U.S. Federal Agencies -Coupon 47.37% U.S. Federal Agencies - Callable 2.76% CD -CDARS 4.38% CD -SLOC 0.88% Commercial Paper -Discount 6.53%Local Government Investment Pools 18.53% Municipal Bonds -Coupon 0.70% Demand Deposits 0.36% Current 6/30/2019 244 3rd Fiscal Quarter 2019- June 30, 2019 Page 4 INVESTMENT POOL Current 3 Months Ago 1 Year Ago Summary By Issuer:6/30/2019 3/31/2019 6/30/2018 CDARS CDs 25,000,000$ 25,000,000$ 42,000,000$ LEGACYTEXAS BANK CDs*- 25,000,000 45,000,000 INDEPENDENT BANK CDs 5,000,000 15,000,000 15,000,000 U.S. TREASURY 99,375,096 44,450,199 26,910,229 FFCB 82,779,293 67,675,156 71,996,109 FHLB 108,984,950 108,975,042 115,963,972 FHLMC 45,785,962 35,762,186 42,928,630 FNMA 54,767,080 54,725,086 69,630,170 DALLAS, TX WTR & SWR REV BDS 4,000,000 4,000,000 10,000,000 TEXAS A&M UNIV REV BDS - 1,000,000 1,000,000 JP MORGAN SECURITIES LLC 9,923,192 9,925,267 10,854,083 TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP - 9,979,000 - ING (U.S.) FUNDING LLC - - 4,996,125 NATIXIS NY BRANCH 19,926,197 24,756,024 4,944,988 NESTLE FINANCE INTL LTD 4,961,428 4,928,314 - NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY 2,489,962 - - RBC - 4,982,500 - TEXSTAR 80,750,000 119,750,000 66,174,172 TEXPOOL 25,054,194 25,054,194 - INSURED CASH SWEEP - - 25,000,000 WELLS FARGO DEMAND DEPOSITS 2,039,931 1,580,379 2,972,258 Total Book Value 570,837,285$ 582,543,347$ 555,370,737$ Objective: Current 3 Months Ago 1 Year Ago Summary By Issuer:6/30/2019 3/31/2019 6/30/2018 CDARS CDs 4.38%4.29%7.56% LEGACYTEXAS BANK CDs*-4.29%8.10% INDEPENDENT BANK CDs 0.88%2.57%2.70% U.S. TREASURY 17.41%7.63%4.85% FFCB 14.50%11.62%12.96% FHLB 19.08%18.71%20.88% FHLMC 8.02%6.14%7.73% FNMA 9.59%9.39%12.54% DALLAS, TX WTR & SWR REV BDS 0.70%0.69%1.80% TEXAS A&M UNIV REV BDS -0.17%0.18% JP MORGAN SECURITIES LLC 1.74%1.70%1.95% TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP -1.71%- ING (U.S.) FUNDING LLC --0.90% NATIXIS NY BRANCH 3.49%4.25%0.89% NESTLE FINANCE INTL LTD 0.87%0.85%- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY 0.44%-- RBC -0.86%- INSURED CASH SWEEP --4.50% TEXSTAR 14.15%20.56%11.92% TEXPOOL 4.39%4.30%- WELLS FARGO DEMAND DEPOSITS 0.36%0.27%0.54% Total 100.00%100.00%100.00% *Formerly, ViewPoint Bank CITY OF DENTON : QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT It is the policy of the City to diversify its investment portfolio by restricting investments in a single issuer/institution to no more than 35 percent of the portfolio's total book value and to those offering repurchase agreements, collateralized CDs (including standby letters of credit), and local or state of Texas municipal securities to no greater than 15 percent. The purpose of this requirement is to limit market and credit risk. Commercial paper issuers are further restricted by a 5 percent total portfolio limitation. There are no issuer limitations on U.S. Treasuries or FDIC insured products except as they pertain to the overall 35% certificates of deposit and 15% savings deposit restrictions. Some investment types may be further limited. CDARS CDs, 4.38% INDEPENDENT BANK CDs, 0.88% U.S. TREASURY, 17.41% FFCB, 14.50% FHLB, 19.09% FHLMC, 8.02% FNMA, 9.59% DALLAS WTR & SWR REV BDS, 0.70% JP MORGAN SECURITIES LLC, 1.74% NATIXIS NY BRANCH, 3.49% NESTLE FINANCE INTL LTD, 0.87% WELLS FARGO DEMAND DEPOSIT-0.36% NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY , 0.44% TEXSTAR, 14.15% TEXPOOL, 4.39% Current 6/30/2019 245 3rd Fiscal Quarter 2019- June 30, 2019 Page 5 INVESTMENT POOL Current 3 Months Ago 1 Year Ago Maturity Time Frame:6/30/2019 3/31/2019 6/30/2018 00-03 Months 194,544,125$ 222,384,573$ 162,146,431$ 03-06 Months 40,000,000 84,200,000 39,000,000 06-12 Months 179,000,000 143,000,000 147,000,000 12-24 Months 120,836,000 106,756,000 192,000,000 24 Months & Over 37,500,000 27,500,000 15,756,000 Total Par Value 571,880,125$ 583,840,573$ 555,902,431$ Objective: Current 3 Months Ago 1 Year Ago Maturity Time Frame:6/30/2019 3/31/2019 6/30/2018 00-03 Months 34.02%38.09%29.17% 03-06 Months 6.99%14.42%7.02% 06-12 Months 31.30%24.49%26.44% 12-24 Months 21.13%18.29%34.54% 24 Months & Over 6.56%4.71%2.83% Total 100.00%100.00%100.00% CITY OF DENTON : QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT The risk of market price volatility is minimized through maturity diversification. Investment maturities are staggered to provide cash flows based on the anticipated needs of the City. Liquidity is achieved by matching investment maturities with forecasted cash disbursements and by investing in securities with active secondary markets. Short-term local government investment pools and government money market mutual funds help to provide daily liquidity and may be utilized as a competitive alternative to other fixed income investments. $0 $50,000,000 $100,000,000 $150,000,000 $200,000,000 $250,000,000 $300,000,000 $350,000,000 $400,000,000 $450,000,000 $500,000,000 $550,000,000 $600,000,000 $650,000,000 Current 3 Months Ago 1 Year Ago 00-06 Months 06-12 Months 12-24 Months 24 Months & Over 246 3rd Fiscal Quarter 2019- June 30, 2019 Page 6 ECONOMIC SUMMARY Interest Rate History Source: U.S. Federal Reserve Statistical Release (H.15) Dec-13 Mar-14 Jun-14 Sep-14 Dec-14 Mar-15 Jun-15 Sep-15 Dec-15 Mar-16 Jun-16 Sep-16 Market Sector:Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Fed Funds (effective)0.09%0.08%0.10%0.09%0.12%0.11%0.13%0.14%0.24%0.36%0.38%0.40% 3-Month U.S. T-Bill 0.07%0.05%0.04%0.02%0.03%0.03%0.02%0.02%0.23%0.30%0.27%0.29% 2-Year U.S. T-Note 0.34%0.40%0.45%0.57%0.64%0.64%0.69%0.71%0.98%0.88%0.73%0.77% Portfolio Benchmark*0.13%0.13%0.12%0.12%0.12%0.15%0.18%0.24%0.32%0.41%0.49%0.54% Portfolio Yield 0.50%0.49%0.49%0.51%0.55%0.57%0.57%0.65%0.72%0.79%0.81%0.90% Dec-16 Mar-17 Jun-17 Sep-17 Dec-17 Mar-18 Jun-18 Sep-18 Dec-18 Mar-19 Jun-19 Sep-19 Market Sector:Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Avg Fed Funds (effective)0.54%0.79%1.04%1.15%1.30%1.67%1.90%2.15%2.40%2.41%2.37% 3-Month U.S. T-Bill 0.51%0.75%1.00%1.05%1.32%1.71%1.92%2.20%2.36%2.39%2.09% 2-Year U.S. T-Note 1.20%1.31%1.34%1.38%1.84%2.27%2.53%2.57%2.49%2.26%2.10% Portfolio Benchmark*0.61%0.69%0.83%1.00%1.20%1.46%1.75%2.05%2.33%2.48%2.00% Portfolio Yield 0.95%1.07%1.16%1.25%1.29%1.42%1.58%1.73%2.01%2.20%2.20% *Twelve month moving average of a one year U.S. T-bill yield Fiscal Year: 2018-2019 2017-2018 2016-2017 2015-2016 2014-2015 QUARTERLY COMMENTARY June 30, 2019 Source: Hilltop Securities Asset Management Economic Summary CITY OF DENTON : QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Fiscal Year to Date Earnings 3 Months 6 Months 9 Months 12 Months 849,369$ 613,877$ 1,228,059$ The portfolio was in compliance with the City's Investment Policy during the third quarter. In April, there were maturities totaling $25 million, and $20 million in purchases at an average yield of 2.51%. In May, there were maturities totaling $21 million with an average yield of 1.81%. Purchases in May totaled approximately $50 million at an average yield of 2.92%. During June, five investments matured totaling $35 million with an average yield of 2.22%, and four new investments were purchased totaling $37.5 million with an average yield of 2.05%. The portfolios weighted average yield remained steady at 2.02%, while the benchmark 12- month Treasury bill index decreased 48 basis points to 2.00%. Imposed tariffs on $200 million of Chinese imports are currently at 25%, with trade negotiations ongoing. The resulting economic slowdown has the Federal Reserve considering rate cuts. As expected Pool yields have steadily been declining as securities within the underlying pool portfolios mature and are replaced by lower yields. Staff will continue to monitor the investment portfolio and ensure compliance with the City's Investment Policy and the Public Funds Investment Act. Fiscal Year 2017-2018 2,138,420$ 8,955,045$ 1,874,846$ 4,734,315$ 6,999,226$ 3,961,973$ 1,175,753$ 2,763,135$ 4,317,890$ 6,515,166$ 2,743,857$ 1,771,206$ 2,695,211$ -$ 9,262,499$ 6,122,536$ 2,955,835$ 1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Fiscal Year 2018-2019 0.00% 1.00% 2.00% 3.00% Dec- Sep- 15 Dec- 15 Mar- 16 Jun- 16 Sep- 16 Dec- 16 Mar- 17 Jun- 17 Sep- 17 Dec- 17 Mar- 18 Jun- 18 Sep- 18 Dec- 18 Mar- 19 Jun- 19 Sep- 19 Fed Funds 3-Month T-Bill 2-Year T-Note Portfolio Yield Portfolio Benchmark* FY 2013-14 FY 2014-15 FY 2015-16 FY 2016-17 FY 2017-18 FY 2018-19 247 248 249 250 251 252 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-172 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Transitioning contracted mowing in-house for City property BACKGROUND: During the June 3 council meeting, Council Member Armintor requested information on the possibility of transitioning all contracted mowing of City owned property in-house to be performed by City employees. Council Member Armintor proposed a starting salary of $15 an hour for employees performing the work to support a living wage. Currently, six City departments use a combination of internal staff and contract mowing services to maintain public property within their area. Those departments are: ·Denton Enterprise Airport (DTO) · Community Improvement (CIS) · Denton Municipal Electric (DME) · Drainage · Parks and Recreation (PARD) · Water Reclamation Additionally, PARD manages the contract for maintenance of City Hall properties, libraries, and fire stations. Solid Waste and Water Production performs all mowing in-house. Various departments are also responsible for city and state right-of-ways (ROW). Mowing is required to maintain a safe work and user environment, meet City and other applicable regulatory requirements, comply with the City/TxDOT Municipal Maintenance Agreement, keep areas free of litter and debris, and support an aesthetically pleasing landscape. The current contract for mowing services was approved by Council on July 17, 2018, for one year with the option for two additional one-year extensions (RFP 6627). The contract includes five service providers at a total not to exceed an amount of $2,250,000 for all three years. All departments listed, with the exception of CIS and Drainage, were included under the contract to improve contract management efficiencies, eliminate duplication of services, and maximize economies of scale for best pricing. CIS and Drainage are on a separate mowing contract primarily due to unaligned bid periods. DISCUSSION: All departments worked together to assess city-owned properties maintained under the contract. Estimates to transition mowing maintenance in-house were formulated based on existing resource capacity of staff, equipment, and supplies, as well as pricing for the same. The projected number of full-time employees (FTE) accounts for internal resources, property inventory, maintenance standards, and mowing cycles. FTE’s at $15/hour equals approximately 253 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-171 $60,000 annually for salary plus benefits. Due to the volume of inventory and impact, PARD and CIS included the additional level of supervisory positions in the staff estimates. One-time costs reflect the purchase of vehicles, trailers, and mowing equipment (mowers, edgers, weed eaters, blowers, and chain saws). Annual maintenance includes oil, gas, and equipment maintenance and repairs. Department Acreage Contracted Cost New FTE's Staff Costs One-Time Equip. Cost Annual Maintenance Cost Airport 16.45 $17,100.00 3 P/T $64,500.00 $3,000.00 CIS 241.1 $352,659.75 12 F/T $891,437.40 $180,174.71 $39,281.50 DME 85.66 $58,460.00 3 F/T $167,862.00 $59,200.00 $3,000.00 Drainage 21.8 $28,057.50 3 F/T $180,000.00 $42,000.00 $3,000.00 Parks 701.16 $616,330.00 25 F/T $924,421.00 $647,973.00 $204,000.00 Water Rec 30.5 $21,836.00 2 F/T $120,000.00 $48,024.60 $3,000.00 Total 1096.67 $1,094,443.25 46.5 $2,348,220.40 $977,372.31 $255,281.50 Even though Solid Waste already performs their own landscape maintenance, the proposed living wage posed a potential impact to their current fiscal operations. Current staff members who mow are not affected by the proposed hourly rate. However, the department currently supplements labor through a temporary agency that pays $14.50/hour. Approximately 2,080 hours are budgeted, equivalent to a full-time employee, at an annual cost of $30,160. The hours are used as needed. The additional cost of benefits would be added if the department discontinued the use of the agency and transitioned the position internally. CONCLUSION: The City of Denton contracts out just over a 1,000 acres of mowing at an annual cost of approximately $1.1M. To bring mowing in-house, an estimated 46.5 FTE’s will be needed to perform the maintenance at an annual cost of $2.6M. An additional $977,000 in one-time costs will be needed to purchase the required equipment for property maintenance. This analysis does not include potential impacts to areas such as risk management for insurance and liability, worker’s compensation, capital replacements, housing of staff, and secure storage of equipment. With direction from Council, staff could continue to explore the feasibility of mowing all city- owned property with city staff. Factors such as property inventory, maintenance standards, and location would need to be considered as the new model is developed. In the interim, staff is moving forward with a study on merging existing mowing operations into one division or unit within a department. Contract management and maintenance operations would be centralized under one reporting structure, and resources would be combined to perform property maintenance duties. Overall, the grouping of city-wide mowing would be expected to gain efficiencies in operations and staffing inherently. 254 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-171 STAFF CONTACT: Laura Behrens Assistant Director Parks and Recreation Laura.Behrens@cityofdenton.com REQUESTOR: Council Member Deb Armintor PARTICIPTAING DEPARTMENTS: Denton Enterprise Airport (DTO) Community Improvement (CIS) Denton Municipal Electric (DME) Drainage Parks and Recreation (PARD) Water Reclamation Solid Waste Human Resources STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: Denton Enterprise Airport (DTO) 4 hours Community Improvement (CIS) 20 hours Denton Municipal Electric (DME) 4 hours Drainage 5 hours Parks and Recreation (PARD) 15 hours Water Reclamation 7 hours Solid Waste 10 hours Human Resources 1 hour and 20 minutes Total Staff Time 66 hours and 20 minutes 255 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-173 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: An update on Recycling Contamination BACKGROUND: Solid Waste and Recycling provided City Council an update on the recycling program in a work session on May 21st. Since that time, the recycling commodities market has not shown improvement. Staff continues to implement strategies to improve the quality of the recycling stream, educate our customers, and track our results. As a part of this ongoing strategy, we would like to provide an update on our efforts. DISCUSSION: Residential Staff initiated a residential contamination cart tagging program in April. To date, 659 tags have been issued, with the most common reason being trash bags, large non-recyclable items, yard waste, and Styrofoam. Residents have been calling Customer Service for same day collection after they remove the inappropriate articles. Beginning the week of September 9th staff will not make a second trip to collect carts that have been tagged for contamination, collection the following week will be enforced to reduce excess truck trips. Using social media outlets, Public Outreach staff has worked diligently to communicate best practices, program materials, and reassure the public regarding the recycling program. Engagement metrics are included in the attachments. Online outlets have been successful in disseminating this message. Similar material will begin running in the Denton Record Chronicle print and online versions this fall. Public Outreach believes this will reach a segment of the community that may not be engaged in social media outlets. Since beginning these initiatives, we have seen a reduction of 14% in Residential contamination, from an average of 37% to 23%. 256 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-173 Commercial Staff has begun tracking contamination on commercial collection routes and targeting them for field audits. Based on the results of the audits, staff then develops custom solutions involving outreach and service levels to curb contamination. During the work session, Councilmember Meltzer had requested information on specialized container lids to prevent contamination. The installation of chute lids has been a particularly successful strategy. We are now in the process of installing lids and locks on all multifamily recycling containers, beginning with UNT during student move in this month. A picture of the chute lid is attached. Since beginning these initiatives, we have seen a reduction of 8% in Commercial contamination, from an average of 39% to 31%. 257 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-173 Material Recovery Facility Our recycling partner, Pratt, continues to send glass to its processor in Houston consistently and without issue. Plastic #3-7’s is a small percentage of single stream and they are still trying to get a full truck for shipment to the processor. Regarding other commodities, they have processing markets for all of them, but pricing is very low. Cardboard is at a 20+ year low, currently paying $22.50 per ton. CONCLUSION: As an ongoing effort, Solid Waste and Recycling staff continues to implement strategies to improve the quality of the recycling stream, such as residential cart tagging and commercial field audits and lid replacements. Public Outreach staff has used social media to educate our customers. We have measured reductions in contamination for residential and commercial customers during the same timeframe We will continue to provide check-ins on our progress and plan development on a quarterly basis. STAFF CONTACT: Brian Boerner Director of Solid Waste 940-349-8001 258 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-173 REQUESTOR: Council Member Armintor Council Member Meltzer PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: Solid Waste and Recycling Public Outreach Sustainability STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: 5 hours 259 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-174 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: S&P Global Ratings commentary - Despite ERCOT’s Price Spike, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient BACKGROUND: Denton and several other cities that operate municipal electric systems along with electric cooperatives in Texas that maintain credit ratings from S&P Global responded to questions from the rating agency several weeks ago relative to the financial impact of record wholesale electric prices in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). S&P Global is interested in what challenges and risks were associated with the price spikes in the ERCOT market in mid-August and issued the attached report. DISCUSSION: On August 16 DME responded to an email questionnaire sent by S&P Global Ratings to Texas municipal utilities, including DME that sought information on the impact, if any, on the utilities’ finances and electric rates caused by the extreme Real Time price spikes. Questions were aimed to determine exposure to the price spikes, existence of (and impact on) a power cost adjustment mechanism that would pass costs onto ratepayers, hedging effectiveness, changes to collateral requirements, and other possible financial impacts. Their published commentary (attached) reflects an overview of the event and its impact on Municipal Utility participants in ERCOT and is based in part on the survey responses. High temperatures during the week of August 11th coupled with continued electrical demand growth in Texas during the week in mid-August resulted in setting new all-time record electricity demand for a weekend day (Sunday August 11th) and an all-time peak demand record on Monday the 12th of August. These record demands and continued high demand the balance of the week, resulted in market price spikes to the $9,000 per megawatt-hour (MWh) offer-cap for approximately 4.5 hours during the week. The specifics of the week in question were: •On Monday an all-time record of 74,531 MWh was set and real time prices spiked to $6000 for 15 minutes and averaged $1850 during the 5 hours between 1 and 6pm. •On Tues 8/13 ERCOT called the first EEA1 (level 1 emergency energy alert) in response to energy reserves dropping below 2300 MW for the entire ERCOT market and prices stayed at the $9000 price cap for 1.5 hours and averaged just under $5800 between 1 and 6pm. •On Wed 8/14 demand was reduced and the maximum real time price was $1765, the average price between 1 and 6pm was $430. 260 Date: September 6, 2019 Report No. 2019-174 • On Thu 8/15 ERCOT called another EEA1 (level 1 emergency energy alert) and this time prices stayed at or near the $9000 price cap for 2.5 hours and the average between 1 and 6pm was $5480. Having never experienced such high prices for extended periods, S&P is interested in how their rated entities’ power supply strategies performed and whether any utilities are exposed to cost recovery challenges. S&P gave their assessment of the effect of the price spikes on Denton on page 5 of the article. The magnitude and duration of these price events were unprecedented and had the potential to adversely impact the financial positions by drawing down reserves and requiring significant incremental collateral postings. ERCOT has notified all QSE’s that a retail market participant has defaulted on payments to ERCOT, and media reports indicate that at least one large Texas municipal has increased their Power Supply Adjustment billed to ratepayers in response to an approximately $20 - $50 million August cost increase. https://austinenergy.com/ae/about/news/press-releases/2019/austin-energy-adjusting-psa As described in the S&P Global published commentary, Denton Municipal Electric managed its portfolio of renewables (wind and solar), market purchases, and the Denton Energy Center to effectively protect ratepayers from any material exposure to the extreme Real Time price spikes. ATTACHMENT: 1. S&P Global Ratings commentary - Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient STAFF CONTACT: David Gaines, Director of Finance (940)-349-8260 David.Gaines@cityofdenton.com REQUESTOR: Staff Generated PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: Finance and DME STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: The estimated amount of cumulative staff time to complete the report is 1 hour. 261 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient September 4, 2019 In mid-August, S&P Global Ratings observed price spikes in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas Inc. (ERCOT) market, which exposes utilities short on energy to increased power costs. Because the ERCOT market does not compensate generation owners with capacity prices that might provide incentives to encourage new market entrants, regulators use scarcity-pricing signals and energy conservation measures to ensure system reliability of the electric grid. Despite the recent price spikes and ERCOT's recent energy emergency alerts (EEA1) on Aug. 13 and 15, 2019, ERCOT has not had to implement systemwide rotating outages this summer. Although ERCOT's market dynamics present cost-recovery challenges to utilities for a period when reserve margins are thin and energy demand peaks, we observe public power and electric cooperatives in Texas sufficiently managing power supply needs and using power cost recovery mechanisms to recover increased power costs. We also observe that these spikes tend to be short-lived. Utilities with surplus capacity to sell might benefit during these spikes, but at other times, they face cost-recovery challenges because prices are generally low in the ERCOT market due to an abundance of renewable generation and natural gas relative to pipeline capacity. We're following the ERCOT market price spikes to better understand utilities' power supply strategies and the extent to which they are exposed to cost recovery challenges. Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient September 4, 2019 PRIMARY CREDIT ANALYST Scott W Sagen New York (1) 212-438-0272 scott.sagen @spglobal.com SECONDARY CONTACTS David N Bodek New York (1) 212-438-7969 david.bodek @spglobal.com Jenny Poree San Francisco (1) 415-371-5044 jenny.poree @spglobal.com www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 1262 Key Takeaways - High temperatures in mid-August caused a new all-time record electricity demand in ERCOT on Aug. 12, 2019, and we have observed market price spikes at the $9,000 per megawatt-hour (MWh) offer-cap, which can benefit power producers that can sell surplus energy but exposes utilities short on energy to increased power costs. - The price spikes are a departure from the ERCOT market's generally low power prices, which constitute a challenge for utilities with owned or contracted generation commitments exceeding their customers' needs. - Because of record peak loads this summer and thin operating reserves, ERCOT issued an energy emergency alert for consumers to conserve energy on Aug. 13 and 15, but it has not had to implement systemwide rotating outages, although we believe ERCOT's low operating reserves reflect an increased likelihood of price spikes and potentially rotating outage events. - ERCOT's price volatility emphasizes the importance of public power and electric cooperatives' key credit attributes, including the use of a dynamic power cost-adjustment mechanism that allows utilities to pass along increases in power costs to customers, thereby facilitating alignment of revenues and expenses. - Common strategies among Texas public power and electric cooperatives to manage these challenges include managing peak power supply needs by entering into planned forward capacity and energy contracts to meet peak demand, and purchasing in the day-ahead market to limit any short positions and exposure to market price spikes. ERCOT's Price Spikes And Low Reserve Margins Although the summer of 2019 has not been as hot as 2018 or prior years, hot temperatures on Aug. 12, 2019, contributed to ERCOT reaching a new all-time peak demand of 74,531 megawatts (MW). The following day on Tuesday, Aug. 13, ERCOT issued its energy emergency alert (EEA1) to consumers in the afternoon when its operating reserves declined below 2,300 MW. While temperatures reached 102 degrees and operating reserves fell, ERCOT requested that consumers conserve energy by raising thermostat temperatures by two-to-three degrees during the peak demand hours of 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. It cancelled its EEA1 by 5 p.m. on Aug. 13, when operating reserves rose above 3,000 MW, a level that ERCOT considers providing a cushion sufficient to respond to the risk of outages. It issued another EEA1 on Thursday, Aug. 15 and urged consumers to reduce electric use during the afternoon peak demand hours. ERCOT last issued an EEA1 in January 2014, which highlights this summer's low reserve margins and the rarity of these types of heat events. In the chart below, ERCOT's projected reserve margin of 10.5% in 2020 remains below its "safe" reserve margin of 13.75% as summer peak demand is projected to increase. If it were to maintain its safe reserve margin at 13.75%, it estimates a rotating outage event would occur once every 10 years. ERCOT is now projecting a 76,845 MW summer peak demand in 2020, which is a 3.1% increase over the all-time peak demand in mid-August. In terms of capacity, ERCOT's total generation resource capacity increased to 78,929 MW as of May 2019. www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 2 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient 263 Chart 1 High temperatures in mid-August throughout Texas caused an increased demand for electricity, but this summer has not been as hot as 2018 and not nearly as hot as 2011. Dallas-Ft. Worth had a total of 23 100-degree days in 2018 compared with a record 71 days in 2011. ERCOT projected the number of 100-degree days in Dallas-Ft. Worth could range between five and 12 in 2019, and there had been only seven such days as of Aug. 13, 2019. www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 3 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient 264 Chart 2 As seen in the chart below, ERCOT real-time settlement point prices in the North load zone (along with other load zones) reached the $9,000 per MWh offer-cap (or near it) for multiple 15-minute intervals, particularly during the hours of 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Aug. 13 and Aug. 15. The $9,000 per MWh offer-cap is equivalent to a whopping $9 per kWh, compared with the cost of electricity, which is measured in cents and is typically about two-to-five cents per kWh for wholesale power in ERCOT. However, it is important to note the duration of the price spikes are relatively short-term, which is a mitigating factor. In addition, there is the potential that brief surges in procurement costs might be mitigated by market purchases at more moderate or even low prices during the balance of the day and the month. The rapid increase in peak pricing can be even more pronounced when intermittent resources like wind and solar are not available. Intermittent resources (including wind and solar) now account for 25.5% of ERCOT's total generation capacity in 2019, making the grid more susceptible to price volatility. www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 4 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient 265 Chart 3 Exposure To Increased Power Costs Texas public power and electric cooperatives in ERCOT face the challenges of managing a power supply that mitigates exposure to real-time market price spikes and rapid increases in power costs. The price spikes present challenges for utilities who are short energy, or who depend on intermittent renewable resources for a large portion of supply and are not sufficiently entering into forward capacity and energy contracts to cover peak loads. The intermittency of renewables poses challenges to utilities that must firm up these resources with quick-start natural gas peakers or rely on market purchases, exposing the utilities to price risk, which is especially acute because they would likely need to purchase power during periods of high demand when prices rise sharply. Power producers who are typically long on power may also experience unplanned outages during these periods of peak pricing and find themselves short on energy. Austin (d/b/a Austin Energy) (AA/Stable), which has diverse power supplies and operational assets, experienced unplanned outages and derated capacity during the week of Aug. 12, which exposed it to higher power costs for a few hours. Officials indicated 572 MW, or roughly 23% of its owned generation capacity was unavailable, and a very small percentage of load was exposed to peak market purchases. However, we believe Austin Energy's recent exposure to increased power costs is mitigated by the short duration of the utility's exposure to extreme prices and its robust power supply rate stabilization fund with a balance representing more than 90 days of power supply costs. Denton (AA-/Stable), which has a growing renewable portfolio, is at times exposed to market price spikes, particularly during low wind periods. However, the utility purchases any short positions in the day-ahead market, and any short positions and related cost increases from market purchases are balanced by its quick-start gas-fired peaking generation or passed through using its energy www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 5 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient 266 cost-adjustment mechanism. Officials also indicated at no time were more than two of its 12 reciprocating engines in outage. Georgetown (AA-/Stable), which maintains a significant renewable portfolio and is long on power, did not experience any significant cost increases during the price spikes. However, it has saddled its customers with base-rate and power cost-adjustment (PCA) rate increases in 2019 because it contracted for the output of others' renewable resources in an amount exceeding its customers' around-the-clock energy needs. Because the renewable resources produce power in spurts that are not synchronized with energy consumption, the utility has to sell its surpluses into the market and frequently incurs losses when making these sales because market prices have tended to be significantly below the prices at which Georgetown committed to purchase renewable output under long-term contracts. For example, in fiscal 2018, electric system operating expenses exceeded revenue by $6.6 million, which weakened coverage metrics and liquidity. However, the combined system's fixed-charge coverage metrics remained extremely strong at above 1.6x in fiscal 2018 due to pledged water and wastewater revenues, which softened the financial effects on the combined system. Common Strategies To Mitigate Market Price Spike Exposure We believe public power utilities and electric cooperatives have certain credit attributes to help deal with these challenges. First, public power utilities and electric cooperatives serve a captive customer base not subject to competition (unless they opt into competition, which is rare). This captive customer base allows these utilities to recover fixed costs and any increases in operating costs (like changes in power costs). Because of the price volatility in ERCOT's energy-only market, the presence of a dynamic purchased power cost-recovery mechanism is an important credit factor. Public power and cooperative utilities help protect their financial performance from this volatility either through hedging arrangements or pass-through mechanisms. A PCA mechanism allows a utility to dynamically adjust rates (either automatically or at management's discretion) to recover costs from ratepayers for changes in fuel or commodity pricing, transmission, environmental regulatory, and purchase power costs. Rate-setting practices typically include a requirement to set rates that cover all costs (including debt service) plus a margin, which enables this pass-through of purchased power to ratepayers if scarcity pricing occurs. We have also observed several common strategies utilities use to manage these risks. Following the recent price spikes over the past couple of weeks, we believe Texas public power and electric cooperatives are sucessfully managing their power supply to limit their exposure to peak prices. Power producers who are long on energy have benefited financially from market price spikes, which help offset any short positions and cost increases from unplanned outages. However, power producers whose assets experience unplanned outages and find themselves short on energy are not immune to higher power costs. Some utilities enter into market purchases of block energy during the summer months to meet peak loads and hedge against price spikes with call options, or purchase in the day-ahead market to limit any short positions. It is also important to assess whether certain hedging strategies create contingent liquidity risks through collateral postings that can challenge liquidity. In our view, the recent price spikes in mid-August did not create burdensome collateral posting requirements for Texas public power and electric cooperatives. San Antonio (d/b/a CPS Energy) (AA/Stable), which maintains a diverse generation fleet, entered into additional energy contracts this summer to supplement its operating reserves and was not exposed to the price spikes. In addition, its forward energy sales to its wholesale customers were not exposed to procuring power on a real-time basis as the cost basis for those sales are equal to the utility's unit production costs. www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 6 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient 267 The Lower Colorado River Authority (A/Stable) and its wholesale customers did not experience any exposure to the price spikes and officials indicated the authority accelerated planned plant maintenance in anticipation of the summer's low reserve margins. Brazos Electric Cooperative (A/Stable), who serves 16 distribution member cooperatives and one municipality through 68 counties in Texas, has seen very limited effects from the price spikes this summer and no wholesale power cost impact above its budget. Management entered into energy block contracts and call options well in advance of the summer season, and its purchases in the day-ahead market secured sufficient reserves above its members' peak. This report does not constitute a rating action. www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 7 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient 268 www.spglobal.com/ratingsdirect September 4, 2019 8 Despite ERCOT’s Price Spikes, Texas Public Power Utilities Remain Resilient STANDARD & POOR’S, S&P and RATINGSDIRECT are registered trademarks of Standard & Poor’s Financial Services LLC. 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All rights reserved. 269 Council Meeting Requests for InformationRow IDTitleRequestRequest Date Staff Responsible DepartmentRequest TypeStatusRequested By2019-628Recycling ContaminationStaff report on ways to reduce recycling contamination rates, including alternative bin designsand what cities with low contamination rates have done to educate the public.05/21/19Boerner/CoxSolid WasteCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Armintor/Meltzer2019-689Mowing ContractsComparison of cost for the City to conduct mowing in-house compared to contracting locally forthis service.06/03/19PackanParks and RecreationCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in the September 6 Friday report.Armintor2019-698Choctaw UpdateStaff update on Choctaw natural preservation project.06/04/19Kremer/CoxPublic WorksCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Davis2019-778Referencing EmailsDiscussion on addressing elected officials referencing emails in an open forum without providingcopies of the emails referenced as back-up material for the record.06/18/19WoodCity Manager's OfficeCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-893Criminal TrespassingStaff report with information on the number of criminal trespasses on City property andinformation on the Police Department's stance on the issue07/17/19DixonPoliceCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Armintor2019-895Freedom of Information Act Request for a work session regarding what is allowed when reaching out to a Freedom ofInformation Act requestor07/17/19LealLegalCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Legal Status report.Watts2019-985StyrofoamCan we find alternatives to styrofoam plates and cups at City Council meetings?08/06/19BarnettSustainabilityCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Watts2019-972DCTA NotificationsHow are DCTA notifications routed to City Council members?08/06/19CanizaresCity Manager's OfficeCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-978VA Behavioral Health FacilityBus RouteCan the VA Behavioral Health Facility on Carroll be placed on a DCTA Bus Route?08/06/19CanizaresCity Manager's OfficeCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Armintor2019-973Police citizen review board How do other cities in the area conduct citizen police review boards?08/06/19DixonPoliceCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-980Veteran's Hall of FameIs there any space available downtown (or City property) to house the Veteran's Hall of Fame?What kind of space do they need? Please include the CVB in discussions08/06/19RogersEconomic DevelopmentCouncil MeetingInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Armintor270 Other Council Requests for InformationRow IDTitleRequestRequest Date Staff Responsible DepartmentRequest TypeStatusRequested By2019-079Verizon/Frontier Pole Debt Update on the Verizon/Frontier pole attachment debt.12/03/18Puente/Morrow/Adams DMEOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Legal Status Report.Meltzer2019-414Street ContractorsPrepare a list of contractors who were found to have done faulty compaction work leading tostreet failures.04/02/19EstesCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-600City Funds to Outside Entities Staff report on City funds provided to outside entities including partnerships where real estate isprovided (cash or in-kind), or funding for salaries is provided and the requirements placed onthose entities.05/14/19Gaines/WoodFinance/City Manager's Office Other Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Davis2019-699Turnover DataStaff report on turnover rates by department at all pay levels (part time, full time, and seasonal)including which department have the highest turnover rates and at what pay grades the turnoveroccurs, costs associated with turnover to the department, and known reasons for turnover.06/04/19RomineHuman ResourcesOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Armintor2019-898Pedestrian Issue on Longridge What can be done to address pedestrian crossing at Longridge and Teasley? Vehicles are notstopping for pedestrians at this crossing to South Lakes Park07/17/19DixonPoliceOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-929Sidewalk Access IssueInformation on sidewalk obstruction on Elm Street where the sidewalk is currently blocked foradditional business parking.07/26/19Kremer/BentleyCIS/Public WorksOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday reportHudspeth2019-940Fry Street Entertainment DistrictEntertainmentReview the use of the Historic Tax Abatement Incentives to encourage redevelopment in thearea.08/01/19RogersEconomic DevelopmentOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-1012Mayhill Pedestrian Access from380Information on plans to improve pedestrian connectivity where 380 meets 377, connecting to theMayhill pathway.08/11/19Estes/DeshmukhCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Armintor2019-1017Township II Gas LineInformation on the gas line cut on Sandy Creek an has the first rupture been addressed?08/12/19CanizaresCity Manager's OfficeOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1045Dallas Drive/I-35Traffic safety concerns exiting I-35E at Dallas Drive. What can be done to improve safety at theintersection near Calloway's to help improve safety?08/20/19Estes/DeshmukhCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1054Ryan Ranch stop signCan a stop sign be reinstalled at the intersection of Dawnlight Drive and Waterside Place in theRyan Ranch neighborhood off Hickory Creek Rd in south Denton?08/22/19DeshmukhCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Ryan2019-1061Atmos road repairsWhat's the status on Atmos repairs on Mistywood? Could they also look at repairing theintersection of First Street and Locust St?08/26/19CanizaresCMOOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1060Illegal parking on OaklandStreetWhat can be stop cars from parking in non-parking areas or too close to corners on OaklandStreet?08/26/19DixonPoliceOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1063Speed limit signs for parks How can we remind drivers about the speed limit change in front of the park on Nottingham Rd? 08/26/19EstesCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1066TWU related traffic concerns What can be done about traffic issues along Oakland and Locust and the overcrowding of theTWU lot along Woodland?08/27/19DixonPoliceOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1068Intersection of Carroll andUniversityWhat can be done to improve safety at this intersection? Drivers remark that the flashing yellowlight is hard to see and it's difficult to see oncoming cars.08/27/19EstesCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.2019-1067Vibe ApartmentsConcerns expressed regarding conditions and security at the Vibe Apartments in Denton.08/27/19Hedges/Dixon/McDonald Fire/Police/Development Services Other Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-1082Untested Rape KitsDid we budget to test all of the untested rape kits?08/30/19DixonPoliceOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in the September 6 Friday report.Armintor2019-1076Palladium Stop SignCan a stop sign be added at Palladium for the exit heading to Poinsettia?08/30/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1081Flooding near Denton High Can you please address the flooding issue at Crescent Street near Denton High School? 08/30/19KremerPublic WorksOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in the September 6 Friday report.Briggs/Armintor/Davis2019-1086Palladium Stop SignCan a stop sign be added to the parking lot exit on the north side of Poinsettia at Manten?08/31/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-1087Sherman Drive Stop SignCan a 4-way stop sign be added by the sherman Drive entrances and exits onto the Loop?08/31/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-1084Mobility PlanHas the Mobility Plan been presented to the Disability Committee for input?08/31/19OliphantCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in the September 6 Friday report.Meltzer2019-1085Employee Tree PlantingCan a Parks Employee that has been planting trees on her own be recognized for her efforts?08/31/19PackanParks and RecreationOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-1088Speed limit signs on Woodland What happened to the 20 mph signs on Woodland between Bell and Sherman? Can these bereplaced?09/02/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-1089Potential crosswalk at Bell andShermanIs a crosswalk at Bell and Sherman be appropriate? Is this area prone to pedestrian accidents?09/02/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-1090Streetlight on WoodlandIs a streetlight appropriate on Woodland somewhere between Bell and Sherman? There is aspeed bump on the street that motorists do not see because it is dark.09/02/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Meltzer2019-1094Traffic DipCan anything be done about the dip in Mayhill Rd. near the entrance to the hospital (between I-35E and intersection with Colorado Blvd.?09/03/19EstesCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-1095Tight TurnIs signage appropriate to warn drivers of the tight turn before the turn onto Robertson inSoutheast Denton?09/03/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-1096Crosswalk EnhancementWere signs authorized for the crosswalks on Elm St. at the intersection of W. Mulberry St. and W.Walnut St.09/03/19JahnCapital ProjectsOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-1092Sheraton Water MainReplacementCan you provide progress or an update about repaving the Sheraton Road following a recentwater main replacement? Is this information included in the Construction Guide?09/03/19PugsleyUtilities AdminOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Briggs2019-1102Lakey ConstructionThe road was closed this morning during school traffic, and there is dirt in the road from nearbyconstruction. Can staff contact the construction contractor about this?09/04/19McDonaldDevelopment ServicesOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in a future Friday report.Hudspeth2019-1101North Lakes PierSomeone fell through the pier at North Lakes park.09/04/19Packan/HuffmanParks and RecreationOther Council RequestsInformation will be provided in the September 6 Friday report.Armintor271 City Council City of Denton Meeting Agenda City Hall 215 E. McKinney St. Denton, Texas 76201 www.cityofdenton.com Work Session Room & Council Chambers1:00 PMTuesday, September 17, 2019 WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 1:00 P.M. IN THE WORK SESSION ROOM REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 6:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene in a Work Session on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be considered: WORK SESSION 1. Citizen Comments on Consent Agenda Items This section of the agenda allows citizens to speak on Consent Agenda Items only. Each speaker will be given a total of three (3) minutes to address any items he/she wishes that are listed on the Consent Agenda. A Request to Speak Card should be completed and returned to the City Secretary before Council considers this item. 2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on this agenda. 3. Work Session Reports Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding proposed changes to the City Council & Committee Rules of Procedure. ID 19-1958A. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding a policy to receive reimbursement for uncompensated charity care costs for Emergency Medical Services. ID 19-1513B. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding City participation in charitable contributions through the AmazonSmile Foundation. ID 19-1681C. Receive a report and hold a discussion from representatives of the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) regarding the agency’s operations and transportation services within the County and City of Denton. ID 19-2142D. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the FY 2019-20 City Manager’s Proposed Budget, Capital Improvement Program, and Five-Year Financial Forecast. ID 19-2135E. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on the FY2019-2020 City Council priorities as discussed during the August 17, 2019 City Council retreat and August 27, 2019 City Council work session. ID 19-1914F. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on pending City Council ID 19-2084G. Page 1 Printed on 9/6/2019 272 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda requests for information. Following the completion of the Work Session, the City Council will convene in a Closed Meeting to consider specific items when these items are listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda. The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting on any item on its Open Meeting agenda consistent with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, as amended, or as otherwise allowed by law. 1. Closed Meeting: Deliberations Regarding Real Property - Under Texas Government Code, Section 551.072; Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code, Section 551.071. Discuss, deliberate, and receive information from staff and provide staff with direction pertaining to the potential purchase of real property interests located within the City of Denton, Denton, County, Texas generally located in the M. Forrest Survey, Abstract 0417. The potential purchases are related to the City’s park and tree preservation initiatives. Consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding legal issues associated with the potential acquisition of the real property interests described above 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 Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas. ID 19-2159A. Any final action, decision, or vote on a matter deliberated in a Closed Meeting will only be taken in an Open Meeting that is held in compliance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, except to the extent such final decision, or vote is taken in the Closed Meeting in accordance with the provisions of Section 551.086 of the Texas Government Code (the ‘Public Power Exception’). The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting or Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq. (The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item on its open meeting agenda or to reconvene in a continuation of the Closed Meeting on the Closed Meeting items noted above, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, including, without limitation Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act. _________________________________________________________________________________ REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL AT 6:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL, 215 E. MCKINNEY STREET, DENTON, TEXAS AT WHICH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL BE CONSIDERED: 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A. U.S. Flag B. Texas Flag “Honor the Texas Flag – I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.” 2. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS “Constitution Week”ID 19-2098A. Colonial Heritage MonthID 19-2180B. 3. PRESENTATION FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC Page 2 Printed on 9/6/2019 273 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda A. Review of procedures for addressing the City Council. B. Receive Scheduled Citizen Reports from Members of the Public. This section of the agenda permits any person who has registered in advance to make a citizen report regarding a public business item he or she wishes to be considered by the City Council. This is limited to no more than four (4) speakers per meeting with each speaker allowed a maximum of four (4) minutes to present their report. At the conclusion of each report, the City Council may pose questions to the speaker or may engage in discussion. If the City Council believes that a speaker's report requires a more detailed review, the City Council will give the City Manager or City Staff direction to place the item on a future work session or regular meeting agenda and advise staff as to the background materials to be desired at such meeting. C. Additional Citizen Reports - This section of the agenda, which is also known as the "open microphone" section, permits any person who is not registered for a citizen report to make comments about public business items not listed on the agenda. This section is limited to two open microphone speakers per meeting with each speaker allowed a maximum of four (4) minutes. Such person(s) must file a "Blue Card" requesting to speak during this period, prior to the calling of this agenda item. During open microphone reports under this section of the agenda, the Council may listen to citizens speak. However, because notice of the subject of the open microphone report has not been provided to the public in advance, the Texas Open Meetings Act limits any deliberation or decision by the Council to: a proposal to place the item on a future agenda; a statement of factual policy; or a recitation of existing policy. Council Members may not ask the open microphone speakers questions or discuss the items presented during open microphone reports. NOTE: If audio/visual aids during presentations to Council are needed, they must be submitted to the City Secretary 24 hours prior to the meeting. 4. BUDGET ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, levying the ad valorem property tax of the City of Denton, Texas, for the year 2019, on all taxable property within the corporate limits of the city on January 1, 2019, and adopting a tax rate of $0.59045 per $100 of valuation for 2019; providing revenues for payment of current municipal maintenance and operation expenses and for payment of interest and principal on outstanding City of Denton debt; providing for limited exemptions of certain homesteads; providing for enforcement of collections; providing for a severability clause; and providing an effective date. ID 19-1888A. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving the 2019 tax rolls; and providing an effective date. ID 19-1886B. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, adopting the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Program of Services (Budget) and the Capital Improvement Program of the City of Denton, Texas, for the fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2019, and ending on September 30, 2020; and declaring an effective date. ID 19-1885C. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, ratifying the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Program of Services (Budget) and the Capital Improvement Program of the City of Denton, Texas, for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2019, and ending on September 30, 2020 when the Budget will raise more revenue ID 19-1887D. Page 3 Printed on 9/6/2019 274 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda from property taxes than last year’s budget; and providing an effective date. 5. CONSENT AGENDA Each of these items is recommended by Staff and approval thereof will be strictly on the basis of the Staff recommendations. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the City Manager or his designee to implement each item in accordance with the Staff recommendations. The City Council has received background information and has had an opportunity to raise questions regarding these items prior to consideration. Listed below are bids, purchase orders, contracts, and other items to be approved under the Consent Agenda (Agenda Items A – AE). This listing is provided on the Consent Agenda to allow Council Members to discuss or withdraw an item prior to approval of the Consent Agenda. If no items are pulled, the Consent Agenda Items will be approved with one motion. If items are pulled for separate discussion, they may be considered as the first items following approval of the Consent Agenda. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement between the City of Denton and United Way of Denton County, Inc.; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed twelve hundred dollars ($1200); and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2010A. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement between the City of Denton and the Monsignor King Outreach Center for homeless prevention assistance; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of Council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed $400; and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2011B. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement between the City of Denton and Denton County Friends of the Family Taste for a Cause; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of Council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed $650; and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2012C. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement between the City of Denton and Bridging Hope Ministries; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of Council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed $400; and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2013D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement between the City of Denton and Our Daily Bread for feeding and caring for the homeless and at-risk in our community; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed $300; and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2014E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement between the City of Denton and Giving Hope, incorporated for homeless prevention assistance; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of Council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed $400; and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2015F. Page 4 Printed on 9/6/2019 275 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing an agreement between the City of Denton, and Denton Music and Arts Collaborative; providing for the expenditure of Council contingency funds in the amount not to exceed $400; and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2016G. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement between the city of Denton and United Way of Denton County, Inc.; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of Council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed eight hundred dollars ($800); and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2017H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the United States Department of Homeland Security, Secret Service (USSS), providing for the City to receive reimbursements from the USSS for certain overtime cost and other expenses related to the Denton Police Department’s participation in the USSS’ North Texas Financial Crimes Task Force; and providing an effective date. ID 19-2028I. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the United States Department of Justice for participation in the Federal Equitable Sharing Program for Fiscal Year 2020; and providing an effective date. ID 19-2033J. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute an agreement with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the participation of the City of Denton Police Department in the Dallas Field Division Area Task Force for Fiscal Year 2020; for the purpose of curtailing illicit drug trafficking and conducting investigations to immobilize drug trafficking violators; and providing an effective date. ID 19-2034K. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to accept the Comprehensive Selective Traffic Enforcement (STEP) Grant (Grant No. 2020-DentonPD-S-1YG-00069) from the U.S. Department of Transportation passed through the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of $97,315.08, with a cash match in the amount of $57,729.50 from the City, equaling a combined total of $155,044.58 for the grant, for the period of October 1, 2019 through September 30, 2020; authorizing the expenditure of funds thereof; and providing an effective date. ID 19-2043L. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, approving a City sponsorship in an amount not to exceed $287.42 of in-kind services and resources for Keep Denton Beautiful annual Community Tree Giveaway event on Saturday, October 21, 2019; and providing an effective date. ID 19-2051M. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton, Texas authorizing the City Manager or his designee, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Denton Independent School District (DISD), for reimbursement to the City in the estimated amount of $416,728 for Compensation and Benefits of Student Resource Officers ID 19-2057N. Page 5 Printed on 9/6/2019 276 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda (SROs) assigned at DISD for the period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020, and providing an effective date. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute an agreement between the City of Denton, and Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home, for Residential Care Assistance; authorizing the expenditure of funds in the amount of Four Hundred Dollars ($400); and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2058O. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City manager, or his designee, to execute an agreement between the City of Denton and Explorium Denton, for expenses related to operating the Explorium Denton Children’s museum; providing for the expenditure of funds in the amount of Four Hundred Dollars ($400); and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2059P. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton adopting a schedule of fees for cemeteries and use of certain park facilities; superseding all prior fees in conflict with such schedule; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. ID 19-2110Q. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Techline, Inc., for LED luminaires for street lighting, providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 6991 - awarded to Techline, Inc. in the five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $4,000,000). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval ( - ). ID 19-2115R. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Techline, Inc. for LED Control System; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 6992 - awarded to Techline, Inc., in the five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $2,086,865). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval ( - ). ID 19-2116S. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Techline, Inc., for the supply of Electric Aluminum Swage Connectors for the City of Denton Distribution Center; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7093 - awarded to Techline, Inc., in the four (4) year not-to-exceed amount of $420,000). ID 19-2118T. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Techline, Inc., for the supply of electric rubber insulated termination and separable goods and accessories for the City of Denton Distribution Center; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7094 - awarded to Techline, Inc., in the four (4) year not-to-exceed amount of $820,000). ID 19-2119U. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, amending the City of Denton Code of Ordinances, amending Section 2-29 to add that members of the public addressing the body through a translator will be given at least twice the amount of time as ID 19-2128V. Page 6 Printed on 9/6/2019 277 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda members of the public not requiring a translator; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager or Purchasing Agent, based on signing thresholds, to execute a contract with Justin Seed Company, Inc., Harrell’s LLC, Irrigator’s Supply Inc., Winfield Solutions, LLC, SiteOne Landscape Supply, LLC, Horizon Distributors, Inc., Target Specialty Products, BWI Companies Inc., for the supply of landscape and turf fertilizer, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides for the City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7099 - awarded to the lowest responsive bidder for each line item; for one (1) year, with the option of two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total three (3) year not-to-exceed amount of $239,066). The purchase is in compliance with the approved Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPM). ID 19-2132W. Consider approval of the minutes of August 27, 2019.ID 19-2141X. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, extending the authority of the interlocal cooperative purchasing agreement with Denton County, to provide property tax billing and collections services for the City of Denton; providing a savings clause; and declaring an effective date (file 7162 - extending a contract with Denton County to September 30, 2020, with automatic one (1) year renewals). ID 19-2143Y. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute an agreement by and between Monsignor King Outreach Center and the City of Denton and providing for the expenditure of funds for homelessness initiatives in the amount of $400,000 for enhanced shelter services in furtherance of the coordinated system of homeless assistance programs; authorizing the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date. ID 19-1689Z. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute an agreement by and between Monsignor King Outreach Center and the City of Denton and providing for the expenditure of funds for homelessness initiatives in the amount of $80,000 for emergency shelter facility improvements in furtherance of the coordinated system of homeless assistance programs; authorizing the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date. ID 19-1690AA. Consider adoption of an ordinance establishing the rates for water and water service; providing for a repealer; providing for a severability clause; and, providing for an effective date. ID 19-2136AB. Consider adoption of an ordinance establishing the schedule of rates wastewater service; providing for a repealer; providing for a severability clause; and, providing for an effective date. ID 19-2137AC. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, establishing the rates for Solid Waste and Recycling collection service; providing for a repealer; providing for a severability clause; and, providing an effective date. ID 19-2138AD. Page 7 Printed on 9/6/2019 278 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda Consider adoption of an ordinance of the city of Denton, Texas establishing the schedule of rates for electric service; providing for a repealer; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date. ID 19-2140AE. 6. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION Consider nominations/appointments to the City’s Boards, Commissions, and Committees: Airport Advisory Board. ID 19-2061A. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute approval documents under the Joint Operating Agreement of the Texas Municipal Power Agency (“TMPA”) among and between the Texas Municipal Power Agency, City of Bryan, Texas, Denton, Texas, the City of Garland, Texas and the City of Greenville, Texas, regarding the TMPA budget for the fiscal year 2020; providing for the expenditure of funds therefore; and providing an effective date. ID 19-2076B. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton (“City”) authorizing the Mayor to act on the City’s behalf in executing an amendment to the Joint Operating Agreement (the “JOA”) by and between, and among, Texas Municipal Power Agency (the “Agency”) and the cities of Bryan, Denton, Garland, and Greenville (The “Parties”); and, providing an effective date. ID 19-2077C. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving a city-wide rezoning, to coincide with zoning regulations adopted under the newly revised Denton Development Code; establishing a penalty in the maximum amount of $2000.00 for violations thereof; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval (7-0). (DCA18-0009u, DDC Update, Ron Menguita) DCA18-0009 u A. 8. CONCLUDING ITEMS A. Under Section 551.042 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, respond to inquiries from the City Council or the public with specific factual information or recitation of policy, or accept a proposal to place the matter on the agenda for an upcoming meeting AND Under Section 551.0415 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, provide reports about items of community interest regarding which no action will be taken, to include: expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official, public employee, or other citizen; a reminder about an upcoming event organized or sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the municipality; or an announcement involving an imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that has arisen after the posting of the agenda. B. Possible Continuation of Closed Meeting topics, above posted. C E R T I F I C A T E Page 8 Printed on 9/6/2019 279 September 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda 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 ___________________, 2019 at ________o'clock (a.m.) (p.m.) __________________________________________ CITY SECRETARY NOTE: THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM AND COUNCIL CHAMBERS ARE 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. Page 9 Printed on 9/6/2019 280 September 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 No Luncheon Meeting NO - 5:30 pm Traffic Safety Commission 3 No Council Meeting 4 2:30pm Agenda Committee NO 5:00pm P&Z Work Session NO 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 5 4:00pm Public Art Committee 6 11:00 am DCRC 7 8 9 8:00am Public Utilities Board 11:30 am Joint Meeting w/EDP Board 1:30pm COE 10 8:00 am Mobility Committee 1:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 11 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:30 Board of Ethics 12 10:30 am COCE 13 14 15 16 5:30pm HLC 17 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 18 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 19 4:00pm HaBSCo Meeting 5:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities 20 21 22 23 6:00pm Public Utilities Board 24 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 25 11:00 TIF Board (TIRZ 26 27 28 29 30 4:00pm ZBA 281 October 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 No Council Meeting 2 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 3 4:00pm Public Art Committee 4 5 6 7 11:30 am Council Luncheon 1:30pm Committee on the Environment 5:30 pm Traffic Safety Commission 8 9:00 am Mobility Committee 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday Session 9 11:00am EDP 10 11 12 13 14 9:00am Public Utilities Board 5:30pm HLC 15 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 16 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 17 4:00pm HaBSCo Meeting 5:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities 18 19 20 21 22 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 23 24 25 26 27 28 6:00pm Public Utilities Board 4:00pm ZBA 29 No Council Meeting 30 31 282 November 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 11:30 am Council Luncheon 1:30pm Committee on the Environment 5:30 pm Traffic Safety Commission 5 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 6 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 7 4:00pm Public Art Committee 8 9 10 11 9:00am Public Utilities Board 5:30pm HLC 12 9:00 am Mobility Committee 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday Session 13 11:00am EDP 14 15 16 17 18 4:00pm ZBA 19 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 20 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 21 4:00pm HaBSCo Meeting 5:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities 22 23 24 25 26 No Council Meeting 27 11:00am TIF Board (TIRZ # 1) 28 29 30 283 Future Work Session Items 8/26/2019 Meeting Date 9‐Sep Lunch 10‐Sep Budget Workshop 19‐1961 Non‐Disclosure Agreements 19‐2112 DCAD Nominations 19‐2068 Atmos Rates 19‐2099 Credit and Collections Study 19‐1779 Review of Council Requests 19‐2083 17‐Sep DCTA Update 19‐2142 Budget Workshop 19‐2135 Charity Care 19‐1513 Amazon Smile City Contributions 19‐1681 Council & Committee Rules of Procedure 19‐1958 City Council Priorities 19‐1914 Review of Council Requests 19‐2084 24‐Sep City Facility Naming Policy 19‐2183 Gas Well Update 19‐2134 Mosley Road Landfill 19‐2103 Roadway Impact Fee 19‐1933 Chamber Contract 19‐1946 Utilities Management Study 19‐2186 Audit Work Plan/Roadway Quality Audit (IA)/Police Overtime Audit (IA) 19‐2036, 19‐2037, 19‐ 2038 Review of Council Requests 19‐2085 10‐7 Lunch 8‐Oct Development Services Certified Mailings Canopy Trails Employee Ethics Policy 19‐018 City Council Appointee Review (Municipal Judge) ‐Closed Session City Council Appointee Review (Internal Auditor) ‐Closed Session Review of Council Requests 19‐2086 15‐Oct Construction Code Review 19‐697 Board of Ethics 19‐1952 Quiet Zones Relocation Policy City Council Appointee Review (City Manager) ‐ Closed Session City Council Appointee Review (City Attorney) ‐ Closed Session Review of Council Requests 19‐2087 22‐Oct Non‐Profit Development Fee Grant Program City Hall West Vision Zero Commercial Food Diversion (October) Accounts Payable Audit (IA) Mews Streets Review of Council Requests 19‐2083 Affordable Housing/ Housing Assistance Scooter Share Waste Reduction Strategies Outdoor Noise 19‐1716 Pay‐As‐You‐Go Program Overview Recreation Cost of Service Study 19‐1721 November 4 DISD Luncheon (Demographer) Right of Way Ordinance Follow‐up Municipal Rental Inspection Program Update Sobering Centers Group Home Code Amendment Fire Standards of Cover (December 2 Luncheon) Manufactured Home Financial Risk Disclosure 19‐2009 DME Budget Update (November) Purchasing Manual Update Economic Development Corridor Plan/Reinvestment Grant Top priorities from 3/4 Work Session Top Priorities from 4/23 Work Session Currently Slated Work Session Items Date TBD Joint EDPB/City Council Luncheon Cole/Hunter Ranch 284 Street/Intersection From To Date of ConstructionDate of CompletionBrief Description of Construction Department LettersOther CommunicationDepartment Contact:Updated Information / Notes Balboa Ct. Lido Way Cul de sac 8/12/19 9/13/19Concrete Sidewalk Repair (Temporary Lane Closure; Street will Reopen after 5 pm)Streets(940) 349‐7160Blagg Rd.Mayhill Geesling 3/18/19 10/31/19Mayhill Project Bridge (Temporary Street Closure)EngineeringWebsite & Nextdoor Notification(940) 208‐4318Part of Mayhill Rd. Widening Capital ProjectBonnie Brae St. RoselawnNorth of Vintage7/1/17 10/1/19Street Widening (No Street Closures)Engineering 6/14/18(940) 349‐8910Part of Bonnie Brae Ph. I Capital ProjectBonnie Brae St. Highland Park Willowwood 5/13/19 9/13/19Water Main Replacement North South Water Main Ph. II ( Temporary Street Closure)EngineeringWebsite, Nextdoor Notification(940) 349‐8910Part of North South Water Main Ph. II Capital Project (Bonnie Brae from Roselawn to I35E);Bonnie Brae St. Intersection of Scripture 6/13/19 9/15/19Roundabout Bonnie Brae Ph. IV (Intermittant temporairy Closures)Engineering 5/25/19Website, Nextdoor Notification(940) 349‐8910Part of Bonnie Brae Ph. IV Capital Project (I35E to Scripture); One northbound lane and one southbound lane will be opened on 09/13/19.Brinker Rd.Loop 288 Quail Creek 7/8/19 9/29/19Storm Drain Demolition (Temporary Lane Closure)DrainageWebsite, Nextdoor Notification(940)391‐6299Cruise St.Fiste Comer 8/14/19 9/13/19Concrete Sidewalk Repair (Temporary Lane Closure; Street will reopen after 5 pm)Streets(940) 349‐7160Forrestridge Dr. Hobson Timbergreen 8/19/19 11/1/19Concrete Replacement/Mill and Overlay (Temporary Lane Closure)Streets(940) 349‐7160 Street Closures Report Week of September 9‐15, 2019 The Construction Projects Report is updated weekly and reflects most City planned construction projects that impact traffic for a minimum of 5 days. Construction projects not listed on this report may not meet this criteria, or are not a City of Dentonmanaged improvement or construction project.CURRENT PROJECTSSee Yellow Highlighted for Major ClosuresCURRENT PROJECTSSee Yellow Highlighted for Major Closures285 Street/Intersection From To Date of ConstructionDate of CompletionBrief Description of Construction Department LettersOther CommunicationDepartment Contact:Updated Information / Notes Hickory St.Fry Welch 8/16/19 12/19/19Street ReconstructionStreets(940) 349‐7160Street repairs to follow on Hickory from Welch to CarrollHinkle Dr.US 380 Headlee 5/23/19 10/1/19Street and Drainage Improvements Magnolia Drainage Ph. II (Street Closure)Engineering 11/13/18(940) 349‐8910Part of Magnolia Drainage Capital Project (Hinkle from University to Windsor and Windsor from Hinkle to Elm)Hinkle Rd.Headlee Windosr 7/3/19 10/12/19Street and Drainage Improvements Magnolia Drainage Ph. II (Street Closure)Engineering 6/26/19Part of Magnolia Drainage Capital Project (Hinkle from University to Windsor and Windsor from Hinkle to Elm)Kerley St.Duncan Shady Oaks 4/25/19 9/13/19Wastewater Main Replacement (Temporary Street and Lane Closures)WastewaterWebsite, Nextdoor Notification(940) 349‐7128Completion date delayed from 09/06/2019Lakeview Blvd. Blagg Stallion 8/19/19 9/20/19Concrete Panel Repair (Temporary Lane Closure)Streets(940) 349‐7160Lido WayBell Cul de Sac 8/12/19 9/13/19Concrete Sidewalk Repair (Temporary Lane Closure; Street will Reopen after 5 pm)Streets(940) 349‐7160Locust St.E. Prairie Maple 8/12/19 10/14/19Drainage Improvements Pec 4 Ph. I & II (Temporary Lane Closures)Engineering(940) 268‐9726Mayhill Rd.US 380 Edwards 9/1/17 2/1/20Street Widening (Temporary Lane Closures)Engineering 1/3/18, 1/24/18 Door Hangers (940) 208‐4318Part of Mayhill Rd. Widening Capital ProjectE. McKinney St. Grissom S. Fork 3/11/19 12/1/19Storm Drain Installation and Street Widening (Temporary, Intermittent Closures)Engineering 3/7/19(940) 349‐8910Part of McKinney Rd. Widening Capital ProjectNewport Ave. Mockingbird Pace 8/12/19 9/13/19Sidewalk Repair (Temporary Lane Closure, Will reopen after 5 pm each day)Streets(940) 349‐7160286 Street/Intersection From To Date of ConstructionDate of CompletionBrief Description of Construction Department LettersOther CommunicationDepartment Contact:Updated Information / Notes Orr St. Elm Locust 9/4/19 10/1/19Wastewater Improvements (Temporary Street Closure)Wastewater (940) 349‐7128Construction date delayed from 08/24/2019. Completion date delayed from 09/21/2019. Street repair to follow.Prairie St. Locust Wainwright 7/31/19 10/1/19Drainage Improvements Pec 4 Ph. I & II (Termporary, Intermittent Street Closure)Engineering(940) 268‐9726Part of Pec 4 Ph. I & II Capital Project; Closures from Wainwright to Bell to followScriptureSt. Bonnie Brae 1000' ft west 8/13/19 9/14/19Part of Bonnie Brae Roundabout Project (Temporary Street Closure)Water(940) 391‐0050Part of Bonnie Brae Roundabout ProjectSmith St.Johnson Dallas 9/3/19 10/1/19Wastewater Improvements (Temporary Lane Closure)Wastewater(940) 349‐7128 New ProjectUniversity Dr. (US 380)1200 ft west of Mayhill1200 ft east of Mayhill6/3/19 9/16/19Street Repair (Temporary, Intermittent Lane Closures)EngineeringWebsite (940) 349‐8910Part of Mayhill Rd. Widening Capital ProjectFt. Worth Dr. (US 377) IH 35E0.26 mi south of FM 183012/3/18 12/12/20Street Widening (Temporary Lane Closures during non‐peak traffic)TxDOT9/25/18Public Meeting 10/8(940) 387‐1414Wayne St.Boyd Mozingo 9/5/19 10/9/19Water Improvements (Temporary Lane Closure, Will reopen at end of each day)Water(940) 391‐0050 New ProjectWintercreek Dr.Kappwood Country Club8/5/19 9/20/19Concrete Street Panel Repair (Temporary Lane Closures)Streets(940)349‐7146287 Street/Intersection From To Date of ConstructionDate of CompletionBrief Description of Construction Department LettersOther CommunicationDepartment Contact:Updated Information / Notes Bell Ave. Intersection of Mingo 8/27/19 8/30/19Signal Improvements (Temporary Lane Closures)Traffic(940) 349 7486 New CompletionBell Ave.Intersection of Sherman8/28/19 8/29/19Signal Improvements (Temporary Lane Closures)Traffic (940) 349 7486 New CompletionEgan St. Lovell Malone 6/17/19 8/7/19Street Reconstruction (Full Street Closure; Reopen at 5 pm daily)Streets 6/11/19 (940) 349‐7160Glenn Falls Ln.Blue Sky Lane Cul de Sac7/1/19 8/2/19Sidewalk Repair (Temporary Lane Closure, Street will open after 5 pm)Streets 6/21/19 (940) 349‐7160Hercules Ln. Sherman Huntington 3/25/19 8/30/19Hercules Project Cleanup (Temporary Lane Closure)Water3/4/19(940) 391‐0050 New CompletionHickory St.Intersection of Fry6/12/19 8/16/19Drainage and Street Improvements (Street Closure)Streets 5/30/19Wesbsite, Nextdoor Notification(940) 349‐7300Street repairs to follow on Hickory from Fry to CarrollHickory St.Ave BFry6/12/19 8/16/19Drainage and Street Improvements (Street Closure)Streets 5/30/19Wesbsite, Nextdoor Notification(940) 349‐7160Street repairs to follow on Hickory from Fry to CarrollHighview Cir.Forrest Ridge Forrest Ridge6/10/19 8/30/19Street Reconstruction (Full Street Closure; Reopen at 6 pm daily)Streets 5/6/19 (940) 349‐7160 New CompletionHuntington Dr.Hercules Sun Valley6/17/19 8/12/19Water Main Replacement (Temporary Lane Closure)Water 3/24/19 (940) 391‐0050Part of Hercules Water ProjectJohnson St.E. Collins E. Daugherty5/29/19 8/6/19Water Main Replacement (Temporary Street Closure; will open at 6:00 pm daily)Water 5/6/10 (940) 391‐0050Kendoph Ln.Underwood Willowwood7/24/19 8/16/19Street Resurfacing, Curb and Gutter (Temporary Street Closure; will reopen at end of each day)Streets5/6/19Website, Nextdoor Notification(940) 349‐7160Kirby Dr.San Felipe Memorial7/15/19 8/7/19Street Panel/Sidewalk Repair (Temporary Lane Closure)Streets (940) 349‐7160Massey St. Hwy 377 200' West 9/9/19 9/13/19Street Boring (Street Closure)TxDotEmail Notifications(940) 387‐1414COMPLETED PROJECTS288 Street/Intersection From To Date of ConstructionDate of CompletionBrief Description of Construction Department LettersOther CommunicationDepartment Contact:Updated Information / Notes McKinney St.Intersection of Woodrow8/22/19 8/26/19Signal Improvements (Temporary, Intermittent Lane Closures)Traffic (940) 349 7486 New CompletionMorse St.Intersection of Mayhill8/1/19 9/1/19Mayhill Street Widening (Mayhill lanes open; No access to Morse from Mayhill)Engineering (940) 349‐8910New Completion. Part of Mayhill Rd. Widening Capital ProjectParkway St.Carroll Denton7/22/19 8/9/19Sidewalk Repair (Temporary Lane Closure)StreetsWebsite(940) 349‐7160Sandy Creek Dr.Angelina Bend Angelina Bend7/17/19 8/23/19Wastewater Improvements (Temporary Street Closure to Thru Traffic, Will reopen at 6 pm each day)WastewaterWebsite(940) 349‐7128 New CompletionSheraton Rd.Hercules 350 ft north6/17/19 8/12/19Water Main Replacement (Temporary Lane Closure)Water 3/24/19 (940) 391‐0050Part of Hercules Water ProjectSherman Dr.Monterey Stuart5/7/19 8/16/19Wastewater Main Replacement (Temporary Lane Closure)WastewaterWebsite(940) 349‐8909Sherman Dr.Intersection of Windsor7/12/19 8/16/19Wastewater Main Replacement (Temporary Lane Closures)Wastewater (940) 349‐8909Third St.Bolivar N. Elm8/5/19 8/6/19Curb and Gutter Replacement/Street Resurfacing (Temporary Street Closure, will reopen at end of each dayStreets(940) 349‐7160Windsor Dr.Intersection of Sherman8/16/19 8/20/19Signal Improvements (Temporary Lane Closures)Traffic (940) 349 7486Windsor Dr.Intersection of Locust8/21/19 8/21/19Signal Improvements (Temporary Lane Closures)Traffic (940) 349 7486Wainwright St.Prairie Highland7/1/19 8/1/19Drainage Improvements Pec 4 Ph. I & II (Street Closure)Engineering 6/20/19(940) 268‐9726Part of Pec 4 Ph. I & II Capital ProjectWainwright St. Sycamore Bell 6/24/19 8/28/19Atmos Utility Relocation (Temporary, Intermittent Street Closure)Atmos6/20/19New CompletionYellowstone Pl.Hercules 350 ft north6/12/19 8/12/19Water Main Replacement (Temporary Lane Closure)Water 3/24/19 (940) 391‐0050Part of Hercules Water Project289 Street/Intersection From To Date of ConstructionDate of CompletionBrief Description of Construction Department LettersOther CommunicationDepartment Contact:Updated Information / Notes FM 2181City of Denton/Corinth City limitsLillian Miller TBD TBD Street Widening TxDOT (940)‐387‐1414TxDOT Project ‐ currently on holdHickory Creek Rd. Teasley Riverpass TBDTBDStreet Widening (Temporary Lane Closures)Engineering 11/26/18(940) 349‐8910I35E northbound service roadlocated500 ft west of Bonnie Brae10/2/19 11/12/19Wastewater Improvements (Temporary Lane Closures)Wastewater(940) 349‐7128Construction date delayed from 09/23/2019. Completion date delayed from 11/02/2019.Mistywood Ln. Woodhaven Jamestown 9/21/19 1/24/20Water Main Replacement, Street Repairs (Temporary Lane Closure, Reopen at 6 pm daily)Water12/17/18(940) 391‐0050Part of Mistywood Water ProjectRoselawn Dr. Bonnie BraeKansas City Southern RRTBDTBDDrainage and Roadway Construction Bonnie Brae Phase 1 (One Lane traffic control)EngineeringN/A(940) 349‐8910Part of Bonnie Brae Ph. I Capital ProjectRockwood Ln.Royal Mistywood 10/28/19 TBDStreet Repairs (Road Closure)Streets11/23/18 Door Hangers (940) 349‐7160Rockwood Ln. Royal Mistywood 9/24/19 1/24/20Water Improvements (Temporary Lane Closure; Will reopen at 6 pm daily)Water(940) 391‐0050Part of Mistywood Water ProjectRoyal Ln.Royal Rockwood 10/28/19 TBDStreet Reconstruction (Road Closure)Streets11/23/18(940) 349‐7160Royal Ln. Mistywood Rockwood 9/24/19 1/24/20Water Improvements (Temporary Lane Closure; Will reopen at 6 pm daily)Water(940) 391‐0050Part of Mistywood Water ProjectShady Oaks Dr. Teasley Woodrow TBDTBDBase Repairs (Temporary Lane Closure)Streets Electronic SignsMeet with business owners(940) 349‐7160Crews will move here after work on Kerley St. is completeThomas St. Panhandle OakTBDTBDStreets ConstructionStreets(940) 349‐7160 Part of 2019 Street BundleVintage Blvd.US 377 I35W10/9/19 12/8/21Street Widening Bonnie Brae Phase 2Engineering (940) 349‐8910Part of Bonnie Brae Ph. II Capital ProjectUPCOMING PROJECTS290