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MEMORANDUM
DATE: December 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, December 9, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in
the City Council Work Session Room.
2. Historic Landmark Commission on Monday, December 9, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
in the City Council Work Session Room.
3. Mobility Committee Meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in
the City Council Work Session Room.
4. Work Session of the City Council on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at
12:00 noon in the City Council Work Session Room.
5. Work Session of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday,
December 11, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room,
followed by a Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
II. General Information & Status Update
A. Pending Council Requests Work Session Topics – The following item will be
discussed during the December 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
1. Plugged Gas Wells
• Requestor: Council Member Meltzer
• Council Member Request: A request for a work session regarding the risks
and appropriate public protections regarding plugged wells as well as
facilitating alternative surface uses for land sidelined by setbacks and reverse
setbacks.
• Information from Staff: To staff’s knowledge, there are no state or national
standards for setbacks from plugged wells. Please see below for highlights
of previous staff research:
o The Railroad Commission regulates the plugging activity and has
standards for plugging depth and process in Texas Administrative
Code Section 3.14.
o Fort Worth requires a metal rod and sign to mark the location and a
5’ no build easement around the well head. This is an arbitrary
number according to their staff.
o Flower Mound, Arlington, Burleson, and Grand Prairie require no
structure be built over the well and a permanent abandonment marker
visible 4’ above ground.
o Mansfield specifies no structure to be built within 10 feet of the
plugged well.
o Alberta, Canada is frequently referenced in news articles about
setbacks from plugged wells and seems to have one of the more
robust requirements of a 5-meter (about 16 feet) setback from the
plugged well.
o Early versions of Denton’s gas well ordinance specified that no
structures can be built over a plugged well, but this provision was
removed and is not in the 2015 ordinance (Exhibit 3). Denton has
never required a setback from the plugged well.
• Date Requested: November 21, 2019
• Requested Format for Response: Work Session
2. Pro bono scientific setback study
• Requestor: Council Member Briggs
• Council Member Request: Request for staff to engage with the Thriving
Earth Exchange to apply for an opportunity to have a pro bono scientific
study regarding the safety of gas well setback and reverse set back distances.
• Information from Staff: Informal Staff Report No. 2019-191 is attached that
outlines the background of the Thriving Earth Exchange, information about
the scientific study application process, and a summary of other studies that
have been performed through this program. Based on the limited information
staff has received from TCEQ and additional guidance from our state
legislative consultant, Focused Advocacy, the TCEQ has no specific
standard for or guarantee of its acceptance of scientific studies it does not
commission. Due to this uncertainty, it would be important for the Thriving
Earth Exchange to engage the TCEQ at the onset of any study regarding their
methods and objectives.
• Date Requested: December 1, 2019
• Requested Format for Response: Policy
B. Green Tree Estates Small Meeting Information – On Thursday, December 5, City
staff met with residents of Green Tree Estates to discuss information that would be
presented to the City Council at the December 10 Work Session. Since that meeting,
staff has received several questions regarding the nature of the meeting and what
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was discussed. We have provided responses to these in the attached information
sheet. Additionally, we have also included questions posed by residents during the
meeting. The responses that were provided to residents are also included in the
information sheet. Staff contact: Ryan Adams, Public Affairs
C. Bonnie Brae Phase 6 Public Meeting – In a December 6 online article of the Denton
Record Chronicle, information was reported regarding the Bonnie Brae Phase 6
Capital Improvement Project. As a part of the City’s public involvement process for
CIP projects, City staff and TxDOT held a public meeting Thursday, December 5 at
Newton Rayzor Elementary School to present residents and property owners with
information for the current design stage of the expansion project.
The following email (below text and email attached) was sent to the DRC requesting
a correction to be issued:
“The headline of “Three homes to be seized…” is a definitive statement and
inaccurate. The project, which the City is working on with state and federal partners
and in accordance with their processes, is in an early preliminary stage of planning
and only at 30% design. The purpose of yesterday’s first public meeting was to
review the early preliminary design and collect feedback as that may help to inform
next stages of the design and how it progresses. The project, again, is in the early
stages, not finalized, and is subject to design changes that can affect potential
displacements.
This first public meeting was held early in the process and conducted 6 months
ahead of the projected environmental clearance date (May 2020). Any discussions
regarding properties or ROW acquisition cannot begin until after environmental
clearance is obtained.
The article also stated that City officials didn’t notify any property owners until it
was in the paper first, which is not true. The City sent mailed notifications to 1300
residents on Nov. 8, 2019 to inform and invite them to the meeting.
We appreciate your consideration to clarify the facts.”
Staff will remain in communication with residents and property owners in the area
as the project progresses through the stages of design to construction. All
information shared at the public meeting can be found online at
www.improvingdenton.com. Staff contact: Sarah Kuechler, Public Affairs
D. Assistant to the City Manager – Rachel Balthrop Mendoza has been hired as an
Assistant to the City Manager and started with the City this Monday, December 2.
Rachel comes to us from the City of Grand Prairie where she served as Fiscal
Manager for the Fire Department and previously as a Buyer in the Purchasing
Department. Rachel will be working closely with Stuart Birdseye to coordinate
Council requests and items, prepare Friday reports, lead interdepartmental teams
and projects, and support the City Manager’s Office and Public Affairs. Rachel
replaces Erin Winn, who recently joined the Finance Department to serve as the
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Budget Manager for the City of Denton. Please help us congratulate Erin and
welcome Rachel. Staff contact: Sarah Kuechler, CMO/Public Affairs
E. Keep Denton Beautiful Manager – Earlier this fall, Keep Denton Beautiful merged
with the Parks and Recreation Department. During this time, Autumn Natalie was
serving as the Interim Program Manager of KDB due to the departure of the previous
manager early in the year. Recently, Autumn was officially promoted to the Program
Manager. Her position will continue to foster efforts in litter prevention, tree
planting, beautification, continued partnership enhancements with KDB Inc., and
integration into the Parks and Recreation Department to take advantage of
organizational synergies. Congratulations to Autumn Natalie on her promotion
within the organization. Staff contact: Gary Packan, Parks and Recreation
F. Traffic Alert: North and Southbound I-35E – The Texas Department of
Transportation (TxDOT) will have various overnight lane closures in place on north
and southbound I-35E from 9:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. beginning Sunday,
December 8 throughout the week. The temporary lane closures will allow crews to
safely mill and pave the I-35E main lanes from Mayhill Road to north of Loop 288.
Daytime closures are also expected from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. beginning Monday,
December 9 through Friday, December 13 on the north and southbound frontage
roads at Loop 288 for intersection work. Signage alerting motorists of the temporary
closures will be in place. For updates on TxDOT road improvements visit
www.DriveTexas.org. Staff contact: Stephanie Yates, Public Affairs
G. Rules of Procedure Revisions – Following feedback received at the December 3 City
Council meeting, staff has prepared revisions to the draft ordinance amending the
tie-vote provision and the draft ordinance updating the public hearing rebuttal
process. Staff has revised the tie-vote provision to allow City Council tie-votes
caused by an absence to be placed on each subsequent agenda until a full Council is
present and the tie can be broken. The public hearing rebuttal ordinance has been
revised to limit public hearing speakers who wish to provide a rebuttal following the
applicant’s rebuttal to two minutes.
Staff will present the Council requested revisions at the December 17 City Council
meeting along with a revision that is being proposed by the City Secretary’s Office
to codify several long-standing City Council calendar practices including how
meetings are scheduled around paid City holidays. All Rules of Procedure revisions
require presentation to City Council prior to Council consideration. Staff currently
plans to request City Council consideration of ordinances amending the following
Rules of Procedure and Code of Ordinances provisions at the January 7, 2020 City
Council meeting:
• Public Comment: Allow any combination of up to seven speakers to speak
for up to four minutes during Public Comment (this includes a combination of
both Citizen Report and Open Microphone) –Rules of Procedure Revision
• Board and Commission Absences: Clarify that only the City Council has the
ability to determine if board, commission, or committee absences are excused
or unexcused –Code of Ordinances Revision
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• Board and Commission Calendar: Require boards, commissions, and
committees to establish a regular meeting schedule by their first regular
meeting each calendar year –Rules of Procedure Revision
• Tie-Vote Provision: Allow City Council tie-votes caused by an absence to be
placed on subsequent agendas until a full City Council is present. Treat City
Council tie-votes caused by a recusal and all board, commission, and
committee tie-votes (with the exception of the Planning & Zoning
Commission) as a denial –Rules of Procedure Revision
• Public Hearing Rebuttal: Allow residents who provided initial feedback
during a public hearing the option to provide a two minute rebuttal following
the applicant’s rebuttal –Rules of Procedure Revision
• City Council Calendar: Codify several longstanding practices associated
with the City Council’s regular meeting schedule –Rules of Procedure
Revision
Staff contact: Rachel Wood, Development Services
H. HUD-VASH Program for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness – HUD-Veterans
Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program reduces veteran homelessness
because it provides funding for both the housing and supportive services that are
essential for ending homelessness for veterans, many of whom are living in
unsheltered locations. These vouchers are critical tools in helping communities
effectively end homelessness among veterans. Since 2008, more than 93,000
vouchers have been awarded and approximately 150,000 homeless veterans have
been served through the HUD-VASH program. More than 600 PHAs administer the
HUD-VASH program, including the Denton Housing Authority (DHA).
In the HUD-VASH program, VA Medical Centers (VAMCs) assess veterans
experiencing homelessness before referring them to local housing agencies for these
vouchers. Decisions are based on a variety of factors, most importantly the duration
of homelessness and the need for longer term, more intensive support in obtaining
and maintaining permanent housing. The HUD-VASH program includes both the
rental assistance voucher and the comprehensive case management that VAMC staff
offers. Veterans participating in the HUD-VASH program rent privately owned
housing and generally contribute no more than 30 percent of their income toward
rent.
In accordance with HUD notice of funding availability issued in July, DHA
completed a request to HUD in August for additional VASH vouchers. The request
was supported by the VA to apply for five (5) additional HUD-VASH. Although the
VA’s letter only supported five (5) vouchers, we have previously been issued 10 at
a time. We currently have 20 HUD-VASH issued. The process required DHA to
submit a “Registration of Interest” to HUD, along with a letter from the Veterans
Affairs to support their (VA’s) ability to provide the required case management.
Selected PHAs receive an “invitation” to apply for a certain number of vouchers.
The Denton Housing Authority did reply to the invitation and was awarded the five
(5) new HUD-VASH. DHA receives the families from the VA, once they (VA) have
determined eligibility. Staff Contact, Dani Shaw, Community Development
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I. Traffic Signal Timing at Brinker and I-35E – On December 4, several Council
Members requested information regarding the evaluation of the signal timing at the
new traffic signal at Brinker and I-35E.
Staff is aware of the continued congestion (especially northbound) at this
intersection and continue to make changes to better serve the traffic demand. When
the signal was initially activated, staff attempted to operate it in a flashing mode, but
drivers were uncomfortable traveling through the intersection with a flashing yellow
indication and were treating it as an all-way stop. Staff have since changed the
operation to a standard Green-Yellow-Red pattern and installed the detection
component which allows the signal to ‘see’ the queues (or lack of a queue) on each
approach and change the green times appropriately. With these modifications, staff
have seen the NB queues significantly diminish. The City’s next effort (currently
underway) is to install radio communication so that this signal can communicate
with other signals as well as the traffic control center. Staff will continue to monitor
and adjust the timings at this intersection as well as look for additional solutions
which may include changes at adjacent signals or intersections. Staff Contact: Brian
Jahn, Capital Projects
J. American Legion Hall Senior Center Closing for Demolition- For the last few years,
City staff have been working on a renovation and redevelopment of the American
Legion Hall Senior Center (ALH). A contract for the redevelopment for the new
ALH will be presented to City Council in January for consideration. In anticipation
of this consideration, ALH will close on December 13 to begin packing and moving
furniture to storage. The demolition of the south building is planned in January to
accommodate the facility improvements. This schedule will allow the project to
begin immediately after consideration by City Council. Staff contact: Caroline
Seward, Parks and Recreation.
K. MKOC Transition Update – Monsignor King Outreach Center in continuing the
transition to full implementation of the enhance shelter program and opening the
emergency shelter seven nights a week. Currently MKOC is opening Monday,
Tuesday, and Wednesday nights as well as opening in the event of inclement
weather. The shelter will also be open over the holidays from Monday,
December 23, 2019 through Wednesday, January 1, 2020. It is on track to open full-
time seven days a week by January 13, 2020.
• Facility Improvements: As previously reported, painting has been
completed. In addition, hard-wearing durable flooring and the drop ceilings
in the kitchen and dining area have been installed. The portable building to
accommodate the additional space needed for staff including the housing-
focused case management has been installed. The electrical and plumbing to
the building will be added in the coming weeks. Electrical upgrades to the
main shelter building are in progress. Storage lockers for residents’ personal
items will be purchased the week of December 9.
• Enhanced Shelter: MKOC hired Katherine Gonzales as the shelter director.
Katherine started full-time on November 18. MKOC has hired an Assistant
Director, Jennifer Paghi, who will start December 9 and the Case Manager,
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Vivica Snypes-Stewart, who will also start December 9. They are now
conducting the employment search for the overnight attendants with an
expected hire date no later than January 6, 2019.
• Donations and Volunteers needed: MKOC continues to seek donations
and volunteers. The shelter needs volunteers especially for Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday and for inclement weather shelter nights in December.
Anyone interested in information on volunteering should visit
https://www.kingoutreachcenter.com/copy-of-stay-with-us or sign-up today
at https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1530157/false#/invitation.
Staff Contact: Dani Shaw, Community Development
L. Woodrow Lane Site Cleanup – In the November 8 Friday Report, staff provided a
memo regarding the planned clean-up of a site in the wooded areas surrounding 300
S. Woodrow Ln. due to significant growth, excessive trash and debris, health and
safety concerns, watershed concerns, complaints from residents and neighbors,
continued public safety calls at this location and, the assessment related to outreach
services. As addressed in the memo, Street Outreach, a cross-sector collaborative
team of nonprofit partners along with Denton Police and a Denton Fire Paramedic,
began notifying individuals in November that the area would be clean and cleared
effective December 16.
On December 2, notice was posted onsite that the area would be cleaned on
December 16. Street Outreach was onsite at the time of posting to provide
information on housing, employment, benefits, and other resources. Street Outreach
also shared information about the scheduled clean up with the DCHLT Housing
Workgroup case managers to ensure that other organizations serving people
experiencing homelessness are aware and can help with notification. Several
individuals at the site have already begun moving items out including one individual
that has left the area and is in an apartment now. City of Denton Homeless Outreach
Police Officers Webb and Butler will continue to go out and visit throughout the
week and the Street Outreach cross-sector team will conduct a scheduled visit on
Friday. Staff contact: Dani Shaw, Community Development
M. Cole and Hunter Ranch Presentation – During the December 3 work session item
discussing Cole and Hunter Ranch, several Council Members requested that the
revised presentations be sent to them. Staff e-mailed those presentations to the full
Council, and both presentations are attached. Staff contact: Stuart Birdseye, City
Manager’s Office
N. North Lakes Park Soccer Fields Fencing – This week, Titan Fence was scheduled to
begin construction of the fencing at North Lakes Park soccer fields, beginning with
a pre-construction meeting between Parks Maintenance and Titan Fence struction
meeting. Unfortunately, as of Friday afternoon, the contractor has not been out to
the park to begin construction. After communication late Friday (December 6),
Titan Fence will be on property early next week to begin setting fence
posts. Originally, the project was delayed because proper insurance could not be
provided by the lowest bidder. Time was allowed for the business to provide the
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insurance but after delays, staff decided to move to the next lowest bidder which
was Titan Fence. Staff contact: Drew Huffman, Parks and Recreation
O. Lake Forest Park Temporary Easement – In January, City Council approved a
sanitary sewer easement through a portion of Lake Forest Park. The sewer line will
be used for the upcoming residential development east of Lake Forest Park,
connecting to a lift station west of the park. The installation is from December 2 to
December 20. Once completed, the surface of the park will return to its natural state.
Staff contact: Drew Huffman, Parks and Recreation
P. Denton County Behavioral Health Leadership Team Presentation Rescheduled – At
the September 17 City Council policy requests work session, Council agreed to have
a work session presentation on mental health initiatives. Staff arranged to have the
Denton County Behavioral Health Leadership Team (DCBHLT) present at the
December 10 meeting to present background on the formation of their collective
impact approach and initiatives. However, the DCBHLT is currently in the process
of updating their 2015-2019 Strategic Plan and plan to adopt and publish a new
strategic plan in January 2020. As such, staff has rescheduled the work session to
February 11 Council meeting so that the DCHBLT can also address their updated
plan and upcoming goals and initiatives in the presentation. Staff contact: Sarah
Kuechler, Public Affairs
Q. Dip Sign Request on West Oak Street - On November 19, Council Member
Armintor requested information regarding the re-installation of DIP signs at the
intersection of W Oak Street and Ponder Avenue. The signs have now been replaced.
Staff contact: Brian Jahn, Capital Projects
R. City of Denton Recognized as Weather Ready Nation Ambassador of Excellence –
The Office of Emergency Management was recently recognized as an Ambassador
of Excellence by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
and the National Weather Service (NWS). The City of Denton was one of only four
entities in Texas to receive this honor in 2019. See the attached document for more
information. Staff contact: Michael Penaluna, Fire
S. Status of Traffic Signal at Loop 288 & Sherman – On November 24, Council
Member Armintor requested information regarding the possible installation of
crosswalks and street lighting at the intersection of McKinney and Bolivar. This
intersection currently has accessible ramps on the southeast, southwest and
northwest corners. Crosswalks can easily be marked between these three corners to
provide north-south and east-west walkability. The northeast corner does not have
accessible ramps making it unadvisable to mark crosswalks until these ramps are
constructed.
In addition, there is currently a 30’ street light on the northwest corner and
pedestrian level lighting on the southeast corner. Existing wood power poles on the
northeast and southwest corners are in place and can accept additional street lights
(30’).
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Staff will move forward with the installation of the two crosswalks (on the south
side and the west side) and the additional street lights (northeast and southwest
corners). The crosswalks can be installed by the end of January 2020 (weather
permitting) and will enhance the visibility of pedestrians crossing at this
intersection. The installation of the street lights will need to be developed in concert
with DME and will be installed based on their availability. Staff estimates, however,
that a similar timeline may be feasible. Staff Contact: Brian Jahn, Capital Projects
T. City Website Navigation Improvements – Changes are on the way to improve
navigation on the City of Denton website. First, the main menu navigation will be
streamlined for the entire website. With this update, more information will be visible
upfront on the main website navigation. More detailed information will also be
available by expanding the view of the menu, rather than being sent to a separate
page within the menu. This will reduce frustration as residents seek the information
they need and will also reduce the number of clicks needed to find pages on the
website.
Second, the navigation within department pages will be improved. Scrolling icon
menus within department pages will be replaced with a new navigation bar that will
display all the subpages at once on desktops/laptops and will become a drop-down
menu on phones and tablets. This will be beneficial because residents won’t have to
scroll through icons (2 at a time on mobile, or 6 at a time on desktops) to find the
pages they need. The new navigation bar should be more intuitive and user-friendly
than the previous design.
Additionally, the new menu will carry to all subpages within a collection of pages,
making it easier for residents to find the information they need without having to
navigate back to the main department page to find the other subpages. These changes
will simplify the user experience and should make the journey through our website
more intuitive for residents. We anticipate that the changes will go live before the
end of December 2019. Concept graphics are attached (Note: the final design may
vary slightly from the concept graphics). Staff contact: Sarah Fullwood, Public
Affairs
U. North Lakes Rec Center Gymnasium Floor – The gymnasium at North Lakes Rec
Center is closed during December so that the gymnasium floor can be replaced. The
new floor will be better suited for the multi-use nature of the gymnasium. The
closure does affect many programs and free-play basketball. However, North Lakes
Rec Center is still offering most of the group exercise classes. The project will take
three weeks, and all programs will return by January 2, 2020. Staff contact: Gary
Packan, Parks and Recreation
V. Project Accelerator – On November 19, Council Member Armintor asked whether
staff planned to apply for a Project Accelerator grant. Staff does plan to apply for
the Project Accelerator, with the intention to use the expertise provided by the
accelerator to help improve our education efforts and analyze incentives. If we are
successful in getting the grant, we hope to use the resources available to answer the
following questions:
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• Is education alone enough for meaningful change, or are additional measures
needed to continue to decrease per capita water usage?
• Are incentives a viable option to further decrease water consumption? If so,
what types of incentive programs are likely to yield the greatest results per
dollar spent?
• What are best practices for education and what data collection strategies best
measure their effectiveness?
• What are the best ways to analyze and portray our water consumption data?
Staff contact: Kenneth Banks, Utilities Administration
W. West Parallel Runway Opens – It was an exciting day at Denton Enterprise Airport
on Tuesday, November 26. Nearly 25 years since the first plan showing the west
parallel runway, Runway 17-35 was opened at 9:00 a.m. A long time Airport
tenant, Mike Nebrig of Nebrig and Associates, provided his King Air aircraft and
flew the Mayor to conduct the first takeoff and landing on the new runway. Soon
after numerous flight training aircraft began using the runway. This new runway
will enhance operational efficiency and safety at the Airport by separating training
traffic from arrivals and departures. An official grand opening event is scheduled
for December 17. Staff contact: Scott Gray, Airport
X. Median Beautification Along US 380 – In 2018, Denton Parks and Recreation won
the Dallas District Green Ribbon Program, which granted the department $667,285
for landscape improvements along US 380 from Elm to Masch Branch. TxDOT
combined multiple Green Ribbon Projects from the Dallas District into a single bid
package and awarded the project to Central North Construction.
The contractor is currently performing boring operations, which includes
irrigation, along US380 to the west of I35. The provided schedule estimates 220
days to complete the project, November 2019 through March 2020. PARD staff is
in contact with TxDOT inspectors and Central North Construction to ensure
standards and specifications are correct. The proposal is attached. Staff contact:
Drew Huffman, Parks and Recreation
Y. DME Provides Career Advice to High Schoolers at Career Fair – On
November 22, DME employees from the operations, engineering, and energy
services divisions volunteered at Southmont Christian Academic’s Career Fair.
The purpose of the event was to connect soon to graduate homeschooled high
school students with professionals to learn about the various career fields available
to them.
At the event, DME staff interacted with close to one hundred students, handed out
giveaways, and shared with them their educational and work experiences.
Students’ career interest ranged from electrical engineering and utility fieldwork,
to business administration. Both students and DME employees expressed gratitude
for the opportunity given to them to learn from one another. Staff Contact: Chris
Lutrick, Denton Municipal Electric
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III. Upcoming Community Events and Meetings
A. Events
1. Santa’s Snapshots - December 7 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at MLK Jr. Rec
Center (1300 Wilson St.). Nothing marks the holidays like pictures with
Santa! Kids of all ages can visit with him, snap a photo, enjoy a pancake
breakfast, then stay awhile for games and activities. $5 per child; $2 for each
additional extra photo. Learn more at www.dentonparks.com. Staff contact:
Bobby Givens, Parks and Recreation
B. Community Meetings
1. None
IV. Attachments
A. Green Tree Estates Meeting Information .............................................................13
B. E-mail to DRC ......................................................................................................14
C. Cole and Hunter Ranch Staff Presentation ...........................................................15
D. Cole and Hunter Ranch Developer Presentation ..................................................22
E. Press Release – Weather Ready Nation Ambassador of Excellence ....................75
F. Website Concepts .................................................................................................76
G. US 380 Proposal ...................................................................................................80
V. Informal Staff Reports
A. 2019-190 FAR Part 139 Airport Certification ...................................................104
B. 2019-191 Thriving Earth Exchange ...................................................................109
C. 2019-192 Cemetery Fees ....................................................................................111
D. 2019-193 Employee Residency Survey – Child Care Costs ..............................114
E. 2019-194 Bond Committees Attendance Records .............................................115
F. 2019-195 DME Administration Division Expenditure Detail ...........................118
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VI. Council Information
A. Council Requests for Information .....................................................................119
B. Council Calendar ...............................................................................................120
C. Draft Agenda for December 17 ..........................................................................123
D. Future Work Session Items ...............................................................................131
E. Street Construction Report ................................................................................132
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Green Tree Estates
Dec. 5, 2019 Small Group Meeting Information
Questions regarding the meeting itself:
Who attended the small group meeting?
The meeting was attended by representatives from the City of Denton City Manager’s Office, Public Affairs Department,
City Attorney’s Office, Utilities Department, and Development Services Department. Five (5) residents of Green Tree
Estates attended the meeting. In addition to the residents, also in attendance were representatives of LULAC, the North
Texas Fair Housing Center, Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, and Movimiento Cosecha. Due to the meeting being hosted by
United Way, their representatives were in attendance.
Was the meeting a public meeting?
The meeting was not a public meeting, and the public at-large was not invited. The meeting was set up with LULAC to
hold a discussion with a small group of Green Tree Estates residents and their advisors to share with them information
that would be provided to the Council on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The meeting would afford the residents the opportunity to
fully understand what the City could and could not do, provide staff valuable feedback, and have their questions
answered. While a slide within the presentation used the term “public meeting”, this was an error due to the slide being
modified from a prior presentation.
Why was the meeting held at United Way?
The meeting took place during the daytime which would make holding the meeting at Pecan Creek Elementary School
challenging. Rather than host the meeting at a City facility, staff felt a neutral site would be more comfortable for the
residents of Green Tree Estates. United Way had adequate space and technology and were more than willing to host
and assist with the meeting.
Were any specific possibilities for finding alternative housing discussed?
No specific possibilities were discussed at this meeting.
Other questions posed by attendees:
Why did the Owner not connect to the City water system at annexation?
The Annexation Service Plan set out conditions for the private water system at Green Tree Estates to be connected to
the City’s water system (via an air gap connection). The service plan did not require this connection and the owner did
not choose to connect. Additionally, the City did not have the authority to require that a connection be made.
Why did the City not test the water system at Green Tree Estates?
The Green Tree Estates system was a private system and the City did not then or now have the authority to test private
systems for contaminants. As a service, the City will perform limited testing of water for a fee, however this service has
not been utilized.
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Kuechler, Sarah
From:Kuechler, Sarah
Sent:Friday, December 6, 2019 3:48 PM
To:marshall.reid@dentonrc.com; Sean McCrory
Cc:Ryan Adams (ryan.adams@cityofdenton.com)
Subject:Correction Requested
Good Afternoon,
I wanted to reach out regarding some inaccuracies in today’s DRC article regarding Bonnie Brae, and respectfully request
that a correction is made. It is concerning that no attempt was made to confirm or clarify details with City staff at the
meeting last night or following the meeting.
The headline of “Three homes to be seized…” is a definitive statement and inaccurate. The project, which the City is
working on with state and federal partners and in accordance with their processes, is in an early preliminary stage of
planning and only at 30% design. The purpose of yesterday’s first public meeting was to review the early preliminary
design and collect feedback as that may help to inform next stages of the design and how it progresses. The project,
again, is in the early stages, not finalized, and is subject to design changes that can affect potential displacements.
This first public meeting was held early in the process and conducted 6 months ahead of the projected environmental
clearance date (May 2020). Any discussions regarding properties or ROW acquisition cannot begin until after
environmental clearance is obtained.
The article also stated that City officials didn’t notify any property owners until it was in the paper first, which is not t rue.
The City sent mailed notifications to 1300 residents on Nov. 8, 2019 to inform and invite them to the meeting.
We appreciate your consideration to clarify the facts.
Best,
Sarah
Sarah Kuechler
Chief of Staff
City of Denton
p/ (940) 349-8356
e/ sarah.kuechler@cityofdenton.com
www.cityofdenton.com
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Hunter/Cole Ranch
Master Planned Community
CITY COUNCIL –DECEMBER 3, 2019
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Background
Hunter/Cole Ranch
•Approximately 6,400-acre master planned community (MPC)
•12,900 single family units
•6,450 multifamily units
•485 commercial acres
•256 industrial acres
Financing -Municipal Management District (MMD)
•Resolution of support on February 12, 2019
•State approved enabling legislation on June 14, 2019
•City Council resolution required to activate the MMD
•Sunset date: December 31, 2020
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Today’s Discussion
•Project Overview
•MPC Amendments
•Update to 2019 Denton Development Code (DDC)
•Modify gas well setbacks
•Update land uses
•Staff Assessment
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Agreements to be Considered
MPC Amendments
•Updates to address 2019 DDC, updated land uses, & new gas well setbacks
Consent Resolution
•Consents to creation of Hunter/Cole Ranch Improvement District
•Allows for construction, financing, and operation of improvements (roads, utilities, parks, etc.)
Project Agreement (Developer)
•Defines developer responsibilities for constructing and maintaining improvements
•Addresses design guidelines, affordable housing, gas well setbacks, and obligations to City
Operating Agreement (District)
•Authorizes the construction, operation, financing, and conveyance of improvements
•Defines district tax rate limitations, bond requirements, and financial reporting
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Evaluating the Development
Fiscal Impact Study
•Evaluates the fiscal impact and financial viability of the development
Water & Wastewater Study
•Hydraulic analysis evaluating the development’s impact on water distribution and
wastewater collection systems
Traffic & Transportation Assessment
•Assesses the traffic carrying capacity and transportation infrastructure required for the
development
City Facilities
•A space needs analysis for City departments and programs that will support the
development
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Planning
& Zoning
City
Council
December January
•Dec 17 –Work Session
February
Next Steps
•Dec 11 –Work Session
•Jan 14 –Work Session
(if necessary)
•Jan 8 –Public Hearing
•Jan 22 –Public Hearing
(if necessary)
•Jan 28 –Public Hearing
•Feb 4 –Public Hearing
(if necessary)
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Questions?
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REGIONAL CONTEXT
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THE SITE
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EDUCATION
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Circle T Ranch, Westlake TX
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Charles Schwab Campus –Circle T Ranch, Westlake TX Frisco Station –Frisco, TX
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THANK YOU
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City of Denton recognized as Weather Ready Nation Ambassador of Excellence
For the third year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the
National Weather Service (NWS) are proud to recognize “Ambassadors of Excellence” -- a
select number of Weather Ready Nation (WRN) Ambassador organizations that have made
significant contributions to building a Weather Ready Nation. By serving as change agents and
leaders in their communities, Ambassadors of Excellence have
• Engagement/collaboration with NOAA/NWS personnel to increase awareness or
preparedness for hazardous weather, water or climate events
• Promote Weather-Ready Nation messages and themes to stakeholders
• Share success stories of preparedness and resiliency
• Serve as an example by educating residents and employees on workplace preparedness
• Community Events
• Weather Safety Outreach
• Share NOAA/NWS information (or comparable information from a reliable source)
preceding high impact event (i.e., acting as a force multiplier)
• Assist in reaching vulnerable populations with weather safety information.
The City’s Emergency Management Office coordinates training, public education programs, and
public speaking engagements throughout the year to provide opportunities for public
engagement.
Such activities include Severe Storm Preparedness/SKWARN Storm Spotter training, Public
Safety Day/Emergency Preparedness Fair, Denton Emergency Preparedness Advisory
Committee (DEPAC) meetings with community stakeholders, and severe weather presentations
for a wide variety of public, private, and non-profit groups.
“It’s definitely a team approach,” according to emergency management coordinator, Michael
Penaluna. “Building partnerships with community groups goes a long way to help ensure people
know what to do when severe weather threatens our area.”
According to the NWS, “Weather Ready Nation Ambassadors serve a pivotal role in affecting
societal change, sharing safety messaging, serving as an example, and highlighting successes -
all helping to build a Weather-Ready Nation!
For more information, visit https://www.weather.gov/wrn/ambassador_recognition
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jason.donnell@cityofdenton.com
Glenn McLain, MLA 940 315 3567
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LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
81
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
82
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
83
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
84
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
85
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
86
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
87
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
88
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
89
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
90
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
91
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
92
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
93
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
94
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
95
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
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LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
97
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
98
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
99
LANDSCAPE MASTERPLAN
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Dallas District - Green Ribbon Funding Program Location 1: US380 Medians
8040200
MEDIAN PLANTING:
Highly visible in High, Medium & Low Speed Areas
Helps decrease glare from oncoming cars
Rhythmic Patterns
Variety of colors in vegetation & season
Enhances Quality of Life
Enhances the Identity of Denton
Reduces Air, Light and Sound Pollution
Reduces Heat Island Effects
Contributes to Wildlife
Aesthetic Qualities are calming
Assists in creating “Place”
Assists in wayfinding
PLANTING LEGEND
CANOPY TREES: Red Oak, Live Oak, Cedar Elm, Little
Gem Magnolia, Pond Cypress, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Chinese Pistache
ORNAMENTAL TREE: Eve’s Necklace, Texas Mountain
Laurel, Mexican Plum, Vitex, Rusty Blackhaw, Desert
Willow
Wildflower Seed mixed with Buffalo Grass
Existing Turf
Beds for Shrubs, Ornamental Grasses, Perennials &
Groundcovers
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PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION COST OPINION
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Denton District - Green Ribbon Funding Program
LOCATION 1100 161 6017 Compost Manufactured Soil SY 53664.16 1.18 63323.71.00
200 168 6001 Vegetative Watering MG 1000 9 9000.00
300 170 6001 Irrigation System LS 1 175000 175000.00
Wildflower/Buffalo Seed LBS 50 7.56 378.00
400 192 6002 Plant Material (1 gal)EA 1881 8 15048.00
500 192 6003 Plant Material (3 gal)EA 0 12 0.00
600 192 6004 Plant Material (5 gal)EA 627 20 12540.00
700 192 6024 Plant Material (30 gal)EA 148 185 27380.00
800 192 6012 Mulch CY 60 27 1620.00
900 192 6016 Planting Bed Prep SY 53664.16 3.25 174408.50
1000 192 6044 Plant Material 2.5” B&B EA 70 275 19250.00
1100 192 6097 Concrete Landscape Edge (12”)LF 2376 26 61776.00
1200 193 6001 Plant Maintenance MO 12 2000 24000.00
1300 193 6007 Irrigation System Operation Maintenance MO 12 300 3600.00
1400 432 6015 Rip Rap CY 0 133 0.00
1500 500 6001 Mobilization LS 1 40000 40000.00
1600 502 2001 Barricades Signs & Traffic MO 205 3500 8750.00
1700 1005 6001 Loose Aggregate for Groundcover CY 250 100 25000.00
1800 1122 2016 Construction Exits SY 0 52 0.00
1900 1122 2048 Biodegradeable Erosion Control Logs LF 1000 8 8000.00
2000 TBD Grading Earthwork CY 0 15 0.00
TOTAL $669,074.20
LINE NO. ITEM NO. DESC CODE SS.P.NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT ESTIMATED PRICE PER UNIT AMOUNT
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PRELIMINARY PROJECT SCHEDULE
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Denton District - Green Ribbon Funding Program
TASK COMPLETION
Pre-Design Phase
Design Phase
Construction Phase
Project Acceptance Notification
PS&E NTP (Council Approval)
Construction Mobilization
TxDOT 60% PS&E Submittal
Location 1 - Punchlist
Overall Project Acceptance
TxDOT Bid Letting
TxDOT Coordination Meeting
30% PS&E Submittal
Location 1 - Site Clearing, Prep & Grading
95% PS&E Submittal
Construction Contract Award
Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) to City
TxDOT 30% PS&E jSubmittal
Location 1 - Irrigation Installation
TxDOT 95% Submittal
Town Aproval of AFA
60% PS&E Submittal
Location 1 - Landscape Installation
100% PS&E Completion
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
2ND WEEK OF DECEMBER 2018
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
2ND WEEK OF JANUARY 2019
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
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PREVIOUS GREEN RIBBON PROJECTS
CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS - GREEN RIBBON FUNDING PROPOSAL JUNE 4, 2018
Denton District - Green Ribbon Funding Program
FM2181
US77
US77
US 377
Loop 288
US380
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INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
FAR Part 139 Airport Certification Update
BACKGROUND:
The topic of Denton Enterprise Airport pursuing a Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139
Airport Operating Certificate (AOC) has been discussed for several years, including in the most
recent 2015 Airport Master Plan. That document indicated that at the time local businesses were
expressing interest in the City considering obtaining an AOC. By having an AOC, the Airport
could serve unscheduled air carrier aircraft with a seating capacity greater than 30 seats.
The process of obtaining an AOC consists of completing, submitting, maintaining and
implementing an Airport Certification Manual (ACM). The level at which air carrier operations
are desired (scheduled air service vs. unscheduled charter service) determines the level of
responsibilities by the Airport, including daily safety inspections, recordkeeping, Aircraft Rescue
and Firefighting (ARFF) equipment and personnel, emergency plans, and security protocols to
mention a few.
DISCUSSION:
In determining the level of administrative and operational impacts associated with obtaining and
maintaining an AOC, Airport staff requested the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Southwest Region Part 139 inspection team to visit our Airport. The FAA conducted two separate
visits to conduct a preliminary evaluation of the Airport regarding FAR Part 139 requirements.
While the FAA found several airfield areas that would need to ultimately be addressed, it was
indicated that none were significant enough to prevent the City from making a request and likely
obtaining an AOC. Most of the issues were either minor in nature or anticipated to be corrected
with future FAA/TxDOT grant funding. It was stressed that both Airport and ARFF recordkeeping
and personnel training would be an area where we would need to focus some attention.
To better understand the dynamics of maintaining an AOC, Airport staff visited Tuscaloosa,
Regional Airport (KTCL) in Tuscaloosa Alabama. This airport was chosen due to its similarities
in anticipated Part 139 services provided for the University of Alabama (UA). It was determined
that very large aircraft (Boeing 757) accommodating over 180 passengers were being utilized to
support the UA football program. During that visit, many aspects of the day-to-day airport
requirements were discussed. Also noted was that passenger screening is provided by a 3rd-party
and conducted in the terminal building with minimal interaction by airport staff. The terminal
building used to support scheduled passenger service many years prior, so no additional facilities
were needed to support screening activities. It was also determined that the most difficult part of
maintaining an AOC was associated with recordkeeping, responsiveness and personnel training.
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Unscheduled Charter Services
Airport staff also recently discussed the topic of potentially being able to accommodate aircraft
charter services with both the University of North Texas (UNT) and Texas Woman’s University
(TWU). Both athletics departments provided insight as to their desire or need for aircraft charter
services that would require an AOC.
UNT indicated that currently their charter services are conducted at Alliance Airport, as that airport
is already certificated. The need for charter services is mainly associated with the transportation
of the football team, however, the basketball program also has limited need. Like the UA program,
UNT also uses very large aircraft (Airbus A320) to carry over 180 passengers.
Airbus A320
TWU indicated that their very limited air travel needs are provided with airline services provided
out of Dallas Love Field or DFW International Airport. TWU officials did not believe there would
be a need for aircraft charter services out of Denton for the foreseeable future.
In addition to the potential traffic from both universities, it is also possible to support activity
associated with the various auto races held at Texas Motor Speedway (TMS). Staff has had
conversations with the TMS staff regarding
our efforts in pursuing an AOC to support
the larger charter aircraft (e.g., CRJ-145). It
is anticipated that the activity would likely
be associated with race team travel.
Lastly, while the current Airport staff has
not had any recent contact, it is our
understanding that several companies did
express interest during the development of
the Airport Master Plan in providing large
aircraft business or vacation charters.
Associated with this discussion was the
potential need for U.S. Customs Service to
support flights arriving from outside the
United States. CRJ-145
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Airport Physical Capabilities
The current design standards for the Airport are for large corporate aircraft. While some “charter”
type aircraft are very similar, many are larger and heavier. The size of aircraft currently used by
UNT are larger than the current capabilities of the Airport’s runway, taxiways, and apron parking
facilities. If UNT were able to use smaller and more compatible size aircraft (e.g., Boeing 737), it
is possible that our Airport could support their needs. It is anticipated that the limited need by the
UNT basketball program would be for smaller and compatible aircraft (e.g., CRJ-145). It was
estimated that less than 20 total operations annually could occur to support both programs.
Cost of Maintaining an Airport Operating Certificate
It is important to understand the requirements set forth by the FAA for the Airport to meet
regardless of pursuing an AOC. Over the years, the City has accepted numerous FAA/TxDOT
grants to improve and/or maintain the Airport. With the acceptance of those grants comes the
associated “Grant Assurances”. There are 39 grant assurances, which are incumbent for a 20-year
period from the date of accepting each grant. These obligations cover areas of airport management,
record keeping, airfield maintenance, etc. The grant assurances are independent of the Part 139
requirements. Therefore, whether the City pursues Part 139 certification or not, the City is still
required to maintain compliance with all grant assurances.
There are two costs generally associated with maintaining an AOC: capital and operational. The
capital costs would be associated with physical improvements or maintenance to the airfield
(runway, taxiway, apron, safety areas, navigation aids, etc.) and ancillary facilities (terminal
building, auto parking, etc.). In the case of airfield improvements, most improvements necessary
to support Part 139 type aircraft are already in place and would only need annual maintenance at
this time. In terms of ancillary facilities, those improvements may or may not be necessary to
support activity and would be determined based on future levels of activities. Based on future Part
139 related activity levels, it is highly possible to obtain FAA grant funding which are typically
90% federal funding with a 10% local fund match for the planning, engineering and construction
of any future improvements needed to support aircraft operating at the Airport requiring an AOC.
As for operational cost, some of these costs are already included in the Airport’s annual budget
and staffing level. The Airport is currently “operating” like a Part 139 certificated airport by
providing enhanced safety and security for our users. The staf f currently included six full-time
employees whose duties include airport management, administration, operations and maintenance
duties. The operations and maintenance staff conduct daily airfield inspections, airfield
maintenance and repairs, and operational safety and emergency plan oversight. Additionally, the
Airport also budgets limited funding for the Fire Department’s use for training and necessary
equipment for providing as needed ARFF emergency response.
With the enhanced requirement associated with maintaining an AOC, it is anticipated that the
Airport budget would need to be increased to cover additional personnel training and potentially
including increased staffing. It is anticipated that the Fire Department might need some additional
funding for training, but it appears that they are currently meeting most of the training and
recordkeeping requirements. It is anticipated that the fiscal impact for additional operational needs
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might be less than $150,000 annually. Any necessary budget changes would be brought through
the City’s budget process for City Council review and approval.
There is a capital expense associated with the Fire Department for the acquisition of an ARFF
truck, which is already funded, and delivery is anticipated in 2020. The acquisition of this truck
ensures the Airports capability to meet the ARFF equipment requirements of Part 139.
Additionally, a 3-minute response time is critical to maintaining an AOC, thus the ultimate
development of an on-site fire station would assist in ensuring compliance. In the interim, the Fire
Department can stage vehicles at the Airport for any charter operation requiring ARFF coverage
once an AOC is obtained.
Benefits of Maintaining a Part 139 Certificate
One of the primary benefits of having an AOC are the capabilities to allow air carrier or “airline”
operations. This alone may attract new tenants or operators just by having the ability to permit
their aircraft and/or service. This also provides a service for the citizens of the City that does not
currently existing, which can make air travel more convenient.
Of further benefit is the overall enhanced safety for all aircraft operating at the Airport. The
requirements associated with Part 139 are more stringent to airfield design, maintenance, and
condition reporting. These factors send a message to pilots using the Airport that they can expect
the same standardized operating environment as all certificated airports across the country. Of
significant importance to corporate and air carrier aircraft operators is the availability of
emergency services at the airport, which might be the deciding factor in choosing one of the many
DFW Metroplex airports.
The final benefit is the perception of the City of Denton’s commitment to airport safety and
security to the pilot community, especially professional and corporate pilots and their associated
businesses. Including certification status in marketing materials would also increase the awareness
of the City’s commitment and could likely draw additional interest by aircraft owners and aviation
related businesses.
CONCLUSION:
While it may be difficult to accommodate the needs of the UNT football program at the present, it
is staff’s recommendation to continue to develop and submit an ACM to the FAA for the purposes
of initially obtaining an AOC to support unscheduled large aircraft charters (AOC Class IV). Over
the next several months, staff will be preparing a Draft ACM for initial coordination with the FAA.
If the City Council desires to discuss this matter further prior to the formal ACM submittal, please
let me or the City Manager’s Office know.
FAA has indicated that it is expected to take approximately 12-16 months to complete the process
and be considered for issuance of an AOC. FAA may choose to withhold the issuance of an AOC
until a specific operator(s) has expressed the definite use of Denton Enterprise Airport. In the
meantime, staff will continue to enhance processes, recordkeeping, training, etc. to be prepared to
accept and maintain an AOC in the future.
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STAFF CONTACT:
Scott T. Gray, CM, CAE
Airport Manager
(940) 349-7744
Scott.Gray@cityofdenton.com
REQUESTOR:
Follow-up to previous Staff presentations to the City Council and Council Airport Committee.
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Airport, Finance, and Fire
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT:
3 hours
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INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Background on Thriving Earth Exchange
BACKGROUND:
During the Pending Council Request work session item on the December 10 City Council meeting
agenda, Council Member Briggs will be requesting for staff to engage with the Thriving Earth
Exchange to apply for an opportunity to have the City and the Organization partner for a pro bono
scientific study. This Informal Staff Report is meant to provide background information about the
Thriving Earth Exchange, information about the scientific study application process, and a
summary of other studies that have been performed through this program.
The Thriving Earth Exchange is a program of AGU, an international nonprofit scientific
association whose mission is to promote discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of
humanity. The Thriving Earth Exchange links scientists, community leaders and sponsors together
to solve local challenges related to natural resources, climate change and natural hazards. The
program refers to this as “Community Science” and defines it as the process by which scientists
and communities do science together to advance one or more community priorities. The desire is
to make a tangible local impact. They understand “science” to be “an inclusive suite of activities
(encompassing research, engagement, education, synthesis, and application). In short,
communities are able to submit applications for environmental challenges that they are facing
locally, and, if accepted, the Thriving Earth Exchange pairs those community leaders and staff
with research scientists to work through the project and produce results that make a local impact.
Cities that are selected for projects receive the support of one or more pro-bono scientists, as
needed, to work with community point of contacts to complete a 6- to 18-month project.
Participating communities are expected to provide community staff and points of contact who
would have the time, interest and capacity to work with the scientists.
Thriving Earth Exchange has partnered with cities throughout the United States and the world. The
list of projects is very wide ranging from reducing flood risk, protecting streams, designing a
weather-ready city hall, establishing a plastic waste management program, and more.
Locally, the City of Corinth recently partnered with the Thriving Earth Exchange to complete a
project titled Balancing Sustainability Priorities with Development in an Urbanizing Watershed.
Through this project, the city wanted to prepare guidelines for development in and around
Lynchburg Creek, and hoped to develop implementable control strategies to mitigate storm water
runoff, and protect water quality while preserving landscape features and functions. The result of
this project was the creation of a web-based Green Infrastructure Plan, the city’s first interactive,
educational outreach program.
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Staff spoke with Bob Hart, Town Manager of Corinth, who was involved with this project in
Corinth and had partnered with the Thriving Earth Exchange for a water quality project previously
while serving as City Manager in Kennedale, Texas. Mr. Hart indicated that the scientific methods
and expertise that were available through this partnership were very valuable to his city. He added
that the scientist they were paired with through the program had “extraordinarily good skills,” and
that city staff who worked as team liaisons with the scientist were very complementary of the
process and the work that was performed.
DISCUSSION:
If the City Council directs staff to move forward with engaging with the Thriving Earth Exchange
on a project as described by Council Member Briggs, staff recommends taking the following steps:
• Staff notifies the Thriving Earth Exchange that the City plans to apply for a project.
• Hold a future work session with the City Council to narrow the focus of the application,
determine priorities, and identify desired outcomes.
• Using the information and direction given in that work session, staff can apply for a project.
o Note: Projects launch quarterly, however there are no application deadlines posed
for Spring 2020 or Summer 2020 program launches.
• If accepted, staff identifies project team members and begins the project.
CONSIDERATION:
Based on the limited information staff has received from TCEQ and additional guidance from our
state legislative consultant, Focused Advocacy, the TCEQ has no specific standard for or guarantee
of its acceptance of scientific studies it does not commission. Due to this uncertainty, it would be
important for the Thriving Earth Exchange to engage the TCEQ at the onset of any study regarding
their methods and objectives.
STAFF CONTACT:
Stuart Birdseye
Assistant to the City Manager
Stuart.birdseye@cityofdenton.com
(940) 349-8009
REQUESTOR: Staff initiated to provide background to Council Member Briggs’ request
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: City Manager’s Office
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: 1.5 Hours
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INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Provide information regarding Oakwood and IOOF cemetery schedule of fees.
BACKGROUND:
On September 17, 2019, Council Member Davis asked about the basis for the City of Denton
cemetery fees, how the current fees compare with other similar municipal cemeteries, 24-hour late
fee, and the policy decisions how the fees were adopted.
2009
In 2009, there was an increase of fees for IOOF and Oakwood cemetery in response to the last fee
change approved by City Council on September 2, 2003 (ordinance 2003-268). In addition to the
increase, a 24-hour late fee was added to the schedule of fees. The 24-hour late fee is to discourage
requests for monument placement or internments. In the past, businesses would call at the last
minute and inform staff of the impending request for service the following day. Prior to the 24-
hour late fee, this created a challenge for staff as they did not have adequate time to research burial
locations, availability, family plots, record information, take measurements, and mark locations of
the burial within the allotted timeframe. On September 22, 2009, City Council approved these
changes per ordinance 2009-239.
2017
In 2017, at the request of City Council, the fees were reviewed to realign with the market cost
associated with IOOF and Oakwood cemeteries. A cost comparison study was initiated at that time
to review the fee schedule in comparison with other organizations.
2017 Cost Comparison Study
In response to the cost comparison study, the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD)
recommended the following changes and adjustments to the schedule of fees:
2017 Cemetery Plot Fees Changes
IOOF Cemetery
o Full Coffin from $600 to $900
o Infant Coffin from $250 to $375
o Cremains from $100 to $150
o Burial Permit from $50 to $75
o Stone Permit from $50 to $75
Oakwood Cemetery
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o Full Coffin from $350 to $525
o Infant Coffin from $250 to $375
o Permits remained the same at $50
On September 19, 2017, City Council approved these changes per ordinance 2017-263.
2018
In 2018, a review of the current fee schedule determined the 24-hour late fees that was on a
previous schedule of fees approved in ordinance 2009-239 was omitted. Once the error was
identified, City Council approved the schedule of fees and staff added the 24-hour late fee back in
effective FY2018-2019 budget process.
Late Fee
o Late Fee for Monument Work Permit
• $500 if permit requested less than 24 full business hours prior to monument
install
o Late Fee for Interment Permit
• $500 if permit requested less than 24 full business hours prior to interment
The proposed fee changes were reviewed by the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board on
August 6, 2018 and recommended for approval with a vote of 4-0.
The schedule of fees was adopted by City Council on September 18, 2018 and became effective
October 1, 2018 per ordinance 18-1488.
Even though the 24-hour late fee was reinstated, the 24-hour late fee can be waived for religious
requirements such as a deceased body has to be returned to the earth within 24 hours of death.
2019
In 2019, there were no changes to the schedule of fees for IOOF and Oakwood cemeteries. The
current schedule of fees was adopted per ordinance 19-2110.
DISCUSSION:
Per City Council Member Jesse Davis request, a cost comparison study was initiated to compare
the current fee schedule with other cemetery organizations. The same format was used for this cost
comparison to maintain consistency with the previous cost comparison study in 2017. The
comparison study includes two nearby cities within or close to the DFW area, two non-municipal
historical cemeteries in Denton, and two non-municipal cemeteries in the DFW area. The cost
comparison study of cemeteries is complex. Every cemetery has a variety of different options. The
comparison of different organizations includes the opening and closing of burial fees. However,
the current fees for Oakwood and IOOF cemeteries do not include the burial fees. In the event of
a death, the patron (through the funeral home) would hire a certified contractor that is bonded and
insured to work in our cemeteries to open and close the grave. The burial fee cost is an additional
cost to the patron separate from the schedule of fees and is paid directly to the contractor. The
current burial cost can vary depending the day of the week and services requested. Below is a
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description of the cost of burial services provided by a local funeral home that is separate from the
current schedule of fees. These are costs associated with the opening and closing of a grave, burial
vaults, tents, and chairs.
Associated Burial Cost
o Weekdays, Monday – Friday $600 - $800
o Saturday – Sunday $900 - $1,100
o Infant $400 - $550
o Cremains $485 - $580
o Cremains, Baby’s & Sunday only $460 additional cost
Recent Cost Comparison Study
STAFF CONTACT:
Eddie Valdez
Management Analyst
Parks and Recreation Department
Eddie.Valdez@CityofDenton.com
Ext 8748
REQUESTOR:
Council Member Davis
PARTICIPTAING DEPARTMENTS:
Parks and Recreation
o Heather Gray, Business Manger
o Teresa Abrams, Parks Field Supervisor
City Secretary
o Jane Richardson
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT:
12 hours
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INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Clarify if childcare costs were a determining factor for employees in their decision to live outside
of the City of Denton.
BACKGROUND:
During the September 10, 2019 Council Meeting, City Council expressed interest in gaining an
understanding of why employees live where they do, as well as what factors are important for
employees in deciding where to live. City Council directed staff to conduct an employee survey.
An online survey was created and sent to employees via email on October 8, 2019. During the
November 19 City Council Meeting, the results of the survey were presented to City Council.
During the City Council meeting, Councilmember Armintor requested additional information
about the survey conducted on employee residency. Specifically, in a follow up email on
November 24, Councilmember Armintor inquired whether Denton preschool and/or summer
childcare costs were a factor that employees considered in their decisions not to live in Denton.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Denton has approximately 1,515 regular full-time employees. A total of 582 of those
employees live in Denton and 933 employees do not. A total of 49.6% of employees in the
organization responded to the survey. Employees responded to the survey anonymously. The
survey results revealed that some factors that contributed to why some employees do not live in
Denton was associated with family, schools, and established roots. However, employees who
responded to the survey did not indicate that Denton preschool and/or summer childcare
costs were an issue or a factor in their decision.
CONCLUSION:
Based on the above information, the City of Denton Human Resources Department is not
recommending at this time the approval of any employee residential incentives associated with
Denton preschool and/or summer childcare costs.
STAFF CONTACT:
Tiffany Thomson, Director of Human Resources
(940) 349-7401
Stephanie Lang, Deputy Director of Human Resources
(940) 349-8297
REQUESTOR:
Council Member Armintor
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Human Resources
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT:
1 hour
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INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Attendance records for the 2019 Special Citizens Bond Advisory Committee and the 2014 Bond
Oversight Committee
BACKGROUND:
A work session was held on December 3, 2019 to discuss the creation of a 2019 Bond Oversight
Committee. Several Council Members requested attendance records of the 2019 Special Citizens
Bond Advisory Committee and 2014 Bond Oversight Committee.
A summary of attendance records for the 2019 Special Citizens Bond Advisory Committee is
included as Attachment 1. A summary of three years of attendance records for the 2014 Bond
Oversight Committee is included as Attachment 2.
A work session item on the December 10th City Council agenda is included to continue discussion
of the Bond Oversight Committee.
ATTACHMENT:
1. Attendance record of the 2019 Special Citizens Bond Advisory Committee
2. Attendance record of the 2014 Bond Oversight Committee
STAFF CONTACT:
David Gaines, Director of Finance
(940)-349-8260
David.Gaines@cityofdenton.com
REQUESTOR:
Follow up to City Council Work Session presentation.
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Finance
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: The estimated amount of cumulative staff time to
complete the report is 1 hour.
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LAST NAME FIRST NAME 2/23/2017 1/30/18 3/8/18 7/20/18 11/18/18 2/20/19 5/15/19 8/14/19 TOTAL
Crouch Tim 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8
Gwynne-Hoffman Sarah 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 4
McCleskey Brandon 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 7
Robinson Randy 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 7
Shelton Janet 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8
Bond Oversight Committee
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Date: December 6, 2019 Report No.: 2019-195
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Denton Municipal Electric (DME) Administration Division - Expenditure Detail
BACKGROUND:
During the December 3, 2019 City Council meeting, Council Member Briggs requested a
detailed list of expenditures included within the Administration Division of DME. The table
below summarizes expenditures by category, please let me know if you need further information.
Administration Expense Detail FY 2018-19 Estimate FY 2019-20 Budget
Personnel Services $ 1,214,430 $ 1,503,815
Material & Supplies 76,830 60,666
Maintenance & Repair 4,540 75,000
Insurance 21,202 59,871
Return on Investment (ROI) 6,309,369 6,613,804
Franchise Fee (FF) 9,008,064 9,448,292
Miscellaneous 54,874 55,021
Operations (1) 1,281,056 2,552,844
Debt Service (2) 37,100,362 37,450,771
Inter-fund Transfers (3) 22,902,100 7,834,937
Total $ 77,972,827 $ 65,655,021
(1) Consultant/Professional Services and Bad Debt
(2) Excludes Denton Energy Center (DEC) Debt Service
(3) Revenue Funded Capital, Indirect Cost Allocation Transfers (i.e. General Fund, Tech.
Services)
REQUESTOR:
Council Member Briggs
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Finance
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: The estimated amount of cumulative staff time to
complete the report is 1 hour.
STAFF CONTACT:
Nick Vincent
Assistant Director of Finance
(940) 349-8063
nicholas.vincent@cityofdenton.com
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Council Submitted RequestsCouncil Member Requestor DateService RequestSummary of RequestTime SensitivityPreferred format forresponseStaff Assigned DepartmentComments1Council Member Meltzer08/01/19PolicyReview the use of the Historic Tax Abatement Incentives to encourageredevelopment in the area.Informal Staff ReportRogersEconomic DevelopmentStaff is collecting data and finalizing report; pendingother departmental priorities2Council Member Briggs10/27/19PolicyWork session on smart city led applications discussion on what we needto do next stepsDepends on if necessary before installed Work SessionLutrickDMEInformation will be included in a future Friday Report3Council Member Davis11/05/19PolicyLarge-Scale Mural on Post Office Building. This is a left-field request, soand ISR or even a polite email to tell me it’s impossible is just fine. I’dlike to work with the Postal Service or the GSA or whatever theappropriate federal agency is to use City public art funds (and perhapscommunity raised fund) to paint a large-scale mural on the East wall ofthe post office (the one that faces the City Hall parking lot)N/AInformal Staff ReportRogersEconomic DevelopmentInformation will be included in a future Friday Report4Council Member Armintor11/19/19Service RequestCan you look into the West Oak & Ponder dip sign removal mentionedby the open mic speaker tonight?JahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in the December 6 FridayReport5Council Member Armintor11/19/19PolicyWould like a provision to the gas well ordinance noting that because ofthe fire safety hazards, the reverse setbacks in the ordinance apply toplugged wells tooWork SessionMcDonaldDevelopment ServicesOn hold pending CM Meltzer's request on December106Council Member Briggs11/21/19Service RequestResident Concern: Are there any permanent solutions for the speedingaround Wilson Elementary?EmailStaff is meeting with the school on 12/13/197Council Member Meltzer11/21/19PolicyThis regards risks and appropriate public protections regarding pluggedwells as well as facilitating alternative surface uses for land sidelined bysetbacks and reverse setbacks.Work SessionMcDonaldDevelopment ServicesCouncil Member Meltzer will present during thePending items work session on December 10.8Council Member Meltzer11/23/19PolicyCan staff weigh in on resident's Unified Planning of an ActiveTransportation Network email?EmailOliphantCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in a future Friday Report9Council Member Armintor11/24/19Service RequestCan staff respond to resident suggestion regarding a lit crosswalk atBoliver and McKinney intersectionFriday ReportJahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in the December 6 FridayReport10Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth11/26/19Service RequestCan someone come look at the segment at 1300 Fulton to let me know ifit is able to be addressed and what the timetable would be?EmailKremerPublic WorksInformation will be included in a future Friday Report11Mayor Watts11/27/19Service RequestCan staff work with the contractor for the PEC 4 project to ensure thatfiber lines are not being cut?EmailEstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in a future Friday Report12Council Member Briggs12/01/19PolicyI would like a small write up in Friday report that I have requested staff/council apply for pro bono scientific study of setback/reverse setbacks inthe City of Denton. Specific to our geography, topography. Pleaseinclude info about Thriving Earth Exchange and list of other projectsdone.VeryFriday ReportBirdseyeCMOCouncil Member Briggs will present during the Pendingitems work session on December 10.13Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth12/04/19Service RequestCan staff re-evaluate the signal timing at Brinker/I-35?Friday ReportEstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in the December 6 FridayReport14Council Member Briggs12/04/19Service RequestCan staff evaluate the signal timing at Brinker/I-35Friday ReportEstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in the December 6 FridayReport15Council Member Briggs12/04/19PolicyResolution in support of the north Texas businesses being taken by untWork SessionBirdseyeCity Manager's OfficeCouncil Member Briggs will present during the Pendingitems work session on December 17.16Council Member Briggs12/04/19Service RequestCan staff address the concerns of a resident regarding dangerous trafficon Vine St., Texas St., and Schmidt near TWUFriday ReportJahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in a future Friday Report17Council Member Briggs12/05/19Service RequestCan staff look into a resident's concern about a leaking fire hydrant onFriar Tuck Circle?EmailDawsonWater/WastewaterInformation will be included in a future Friday Report18Council Member Meltzer12/05/19Service RequestCan staff look at the intersection of W. Hickory and Miller to see ifanything can be done about line of sight issues?EmailJahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in a future Friday Report19Council Member Davis12/06/19ClarificationTodd E. is all over this, and is already pulling some info together for me.But it'd be a good ISR for the whole council to have. I'd like to see asummary of the mobility improvements (streets and sidewalks) that weare making in connection with construction of the new Denton HighSchool. I'm especially interested in pedestrian and bike connectivity withnearby neighborhoods, and on the Western side of the campus. Thanks!When availableInformal Staff ReportEstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in a future Friday Report20Council Member Davis12/06/19Clarification! Could we please get copies of the materials (maps, timelines, etc.) thatwere shown at the neighborhood meeting last night? I know we've gottenlots of updates on all phases of Bonnie Brae, but I don't recall seeingsome of the things that were described in the paper this morning.Friday ReportEstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be included in the December 6 FridayReport119
December 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 11:30 am Joint CC/DISD Luncheon 1:30pm Committee on the Environment 5:30 pm Traffic Safety Commission 3 10:30 Committee on Citizen Engagement 12:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 4 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5 4:00pm Public Art Committee - Cancelled 6 7 8 9 9:00am Public Utilities Board 5:30pm HLC 10 9:00 am Mobility Committee 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday Session 11 11:00am EDP - Cancelled 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 12 13 14 15 16 4:00pm ZBA 17 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 18 19 4:00pm HaBSCo Meeting 5:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities 20 21 22 23 24 No Council Meeting 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 No Council Meeting 120
January 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 New Year’s Day Holiday 2 345 6 11:30 am Council Luncheon COE 1:30 Traffic Safety Commission 5:30 pm 7 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 8 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 5:30 Airport Advisory Board 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 9 8:30 DEDC Special Called 11:00 EDPB Special Called 4:00pm Public Art Committee Special Called 101112 13 PUB 9am 14 10:30am Audit/Finance 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday Session Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 15 2:30pm Agenda Committee 16 6:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities HABSCO 4pm 171819 20 MLK Day Holiday 21 No Council Meeting 22 12:00 TIF Board (TIRZ) 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 23 242526 27 PUB 9am ZBA 5:30pm 28 10am Council Airport Committee 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 29 2:30pm Agenda Committee 30 5:30PM Board of Ethics 31 121
February 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 12 3 11:30 am Council Luncheon COE 1:30 Traffic Safety Commission 5:30 pm 4 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 5 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 6 8:30 DEDC 4:00 Public Art Committee 789 10 PUB 9am 11 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday Session Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 12 11:00 EDPB 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:30 Airport Advisory Board 13 HOT & Sponsorship Tentative 141516 17 18 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 19 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 20 6:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities HABSCO 4pm 212223 24 PUB 9am ZBA 5:30pm 25 10am Council Airport Committee 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 2627 5:30PM Board of Ethics 2829 122
City Council
City of Denton
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton, Texas 76201
www.cityofdenton.com
Work Session Room & Council Chambers2:00 PMTuesday, December 17, 2019
WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 2:00 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, December 17, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall,
215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be considered:
WORK SESSION
1. Citizen Comments on Consent Agenda Items
This section of the agenda allows citizens to speak on 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 the development of
the Hunter-Cole Ranch master planned community in southwest Denton.
ID 19-2802A.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding proposed Code
amendments related to Accessory Dwelling Units, Walls/Fences/Screening and
Accessory Structures.
DCA19-0011B.
Receive a report, hold a discussion and give staff direction regarding the 2019-20 audit
plan.
ID 19-2783C.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding proposed revisions
to the Ethics Policy for all City of Denton employees.
ID 19-018D.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the 2020 Denton
Mobility Plan Update.
ID 19-2485E.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on pending City Council
requests for information.
ID 19-2258F.
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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:
Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071.
Consult with the City’s attorneys and discuss legal status, expenses and strategy in Cause
No. 19-10653-442, styled “Stonetown Country View, LLC v. City of Denton, Texas
and Board of Adjustment for City of Denton, Texas” pending in the 442nd Judicial
District Court, Denton County, Texas; where discussion of these legal matters in an open
meeting would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the
Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the
State Bar of Texas, or otherwise compromise the City’s legal position in pending litigation.
ID 19-2891A.
Any final action, decision, or vote on a matter deliberated in a Closed Meeting will only be taken in an Open
Meeting that is held in compliance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, except to the extent such final
decision, or vote is taken in the Closed Meeting in accordance with the provisions of Section 551.086 of the
Texas Government Code (the ‘Public Power Exception’). The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a
Closed Meeting or Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq.
(The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item on its open meeting agenda or to reconvene in a continuation of
the Closed Meeting on the Closed Meeting items noted above, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings
Act, including, without limitation Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
NOTE: Any item scheduled for formal action at the Regular Meeting may be subject to a motion for
reconsideration at any time during the meeting or after the meeting, up until the next succeeding
official meeting of the Council.
_________________________________________________________________________________
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. PRESENTATION FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
A. Review of procedures for addressing the City Council.
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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.
Willie Hudspeth, regarding homelessness; and statement about Confederate Statute
on the Square.
ID 19-29621.
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.
3. 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 – P). 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 approval of the minutes of December 2 and December 3, 2019.ID 19-2820A.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement
between the City of Denton and the Denton African American Scholarship Foundation,
Incorporated; 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
two hundred and fifty dollars ($250); and providing for an effective date.
ID 19-2867B.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing a service agreement
between the City of Denton and Giving Hope, Incorporated; authorizing the City
ID 19-2868C.
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Manager, or his designee, to execute said agreement; providing for the expenditure of
Council contingency funds in an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500); and
providing for an effective date.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the approval of a second amendment to a Professional Services
Agreement between the City of Denton and POWER Engineers, Inc., amending the
contract approved by City Council on October 9, 2018, in the not-to-exceed amount of
$776,600; amended by Amendment 1 approved by the Purchasing Staff; said second
amendment to provide services for CIP projects, where relay and control commissioning
is required, for periodic NERC testing, meeting obligations of the Texas Municipal Power
Agency (TMPA) Transmission Operator, Maintenance, and Construction Services
Agreement; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective
date (File 6861 - providing for an additional second amendment expenditure amount
not-to-exceed $604,800, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed $1,381,400). The
Public Utilities Board recommends approval (-).
ID 19-2903D.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, approving proposals from Ameri-Mex Contractors Inc., and authorizing the
expenditure of funds for the reconstruction of three (3) properties under the City of
Denton Home Improvement Program; and providing an effective date (RFP 7142-2
-Ameri-Mex Contractors Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $519,035).
ID 19-2905E.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a contract with
Kronos Incorporated, through the US Communities Government Purchasing Alliance
Contract #18220 for Automated Timekeeping and Attendance software, maintenance
and purchase of licenses; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an
effective date (File 7144 - awarded to Kronos Incorporated, in the five (5) year
not-to-exceed amount of $1,634,025).
ID 19-2906F.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to utilize a contract through the
City of Frisco Contract Number RFP #1303-035, for Healthcare Consulting Services
regarding transparent pricing and quality metric for City of Denton employees; providing
the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 7250 - awarded to
Alight Solutions, LLC, at the rate of $4.50 per employee per month, in the three (3) year
not-to-exceed amount of $250,000).
ID 19-2907G.
Consider adoption of a Resolution of the city of Denton, Texas adopting the Human
Services Advisory Committee recommendations to reallocate $42,000 in FY2019-20
Human Services Grant funds; and providing for an effective date.
ID 19-2926H.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or
his designee, to execute a Service Agreement by and between Our Daily Bread and the
City of Denton and providing for the expenditure of funds for homelessness initiatives in
the amount not to exceed $64,600 for Street Outreach in furtherance of the coordinated
system of homeless assistance programs; authorizing the expenditure of funds therefor;
ID 19-2923I.
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and providing an effective date.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or
his designee, to execute a Service Agreement by and between Our Daily Bread and the
City of Denton and providing for the expenditure of funds for homelessness initiatives in
the amount of $67,100 for Rapid Re-Housing rental assistance in furtherance of the
coordinated system of homeless assistance programs; authorizing the expenditure of funds
therefor; and providing an effective date.
ID 19-2924J.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or
his designee, to execute a Service 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 $60,000 for Rapid Re-Housing rental assistance
in furtherance of the coordinated system of homeless assistance programs; authorizing the
expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date.
ID 19-2925K.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a contract with
Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, LLC, through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing
Network Contract # 571-18, for the acquisition of one (1) Pierce Velocity TM Pumper
Engine for the Fire Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (File 7223 - awarded to Siddons-Martin Emergency Group,
LLC, in the amount of $739,631).
ID 19-2927L.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 7102 for only 651
Mayhill Road and alternate items thereto (Lines 6-12), for the expansion of locations for
the City’s Traffic Control, Warehouse, and Purchasing Departments; and providing an
effective date (RFP 7102).
ID 19-2928M.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending Ordinance No.
19-2520, establishing the classifications and prescribing the number of positions in each
classification for the Police Department pursuant to Chapter 143 of the Texas Local
Government Code; providing repealer, cumulative, and severability clauses; and declaring
an effective date.
ID 19-2943N.
Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager or
his designee, to amend the Memorandum of Understanding with the Denton Independent
School District (DISD), for a reimbursement to the City in the increased estimated amount
of $193,728 for compensation and benefits of Student Resource Officers (SROs)
assigned at DISD for the period of January 1, 2020, through June 30, 2020, and
providing an effective date.
ID 19-2944O.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas municipal home-rule
corporation, adopting a schedule of fees for rights-of-way construction as outlines in
division 3, Rights-of-Way Construction Management, Article II Construction and Repair,
Chapter 25 - Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places, of the City’s Code of Ordinances.
Including Rights-of-Way permit application fees, permit expiration fees, and barricade
ID 19-2953P.
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fees; providing for severability; and providing an effective date.
4. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton accepting the donation of public
art from the Hudspeth family in the form of a mural painted on property located at 178 N.
Bonnie Brae Street by artist Dan Black, and authorizing the City Manager to execute any
and all documents necessary to formalize the acceptance of the donation; and providing
an effective date. The Public Art Committee recommends approval (7-0).
ID 19-2772A.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or
his designee, to convey an underground gas line easement to the University of North
Texas containing approximately 900 square feet of land (0.021 acres) on a tract of land in
the E. Puchalski Survey, Abstract No. 996, City and County of Denton, Texas, being a
portion of West Mulberry Street, providing for severability and an effective date.
ID 19-2896B.
Consider approval of a resolution creating and appointing members to a special seven
member Oversight Committee to monitor, evaluate and report on progress on the six year
bond election capital improvement program which was approved by the voters at the
bond election on November 5, 2019; and provide for an effective date.
ID 19-2886C.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager, or
his designee, to execute a Contract of Sale by and between 612 E McKinney, LLC
(collectively, the “Owner”), and the City, for the sale and purchase of fee simple title to an
approximate 1.22 acre tract of land located in the Hiram Sisco Survey, Abstract Number
1184, City and County of Denton, Texas and also known as 612 East McKinney Street;
for the purchase price of One Million Seven Hundred Thousand Dollars and No Cents
($1,700,000.00); authorizing the expenditure of funds therefor; providing for a severability
clause and effective date.
ID 19-2757D.
Consider approval of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas authorizing the City
Manager, or his designee, to execute and deliver an Advance Funding Agreement for a
Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project between the City of Denton and
the Texas Department of Transportation, regarding TxDOT’s request for reimbursement
of 10% of the estimated cost of installing traffic signal upgraded related to the off-system
intersections along E McKinney Street within the City that are specified in the agreement;
authorizing the expenditure of funds thereof; and providing an effective date.
ID 19-2950E.
Receive a presentation of an ordinance of the City of Denton, amending the City of
Denton Code of Ordinances (Code) Section 2-29 (City Council Rules of Procedure)
Subsection (g)(5) (Majority Vote Required) establishing rules for items resulting in a
tie-vote; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
ID 19-2938F.
Receive a presentation of an ordinance of the City of Denton to amend the City of Denton
Code of Ordinances (Code) Section 2-29(f)(4)(d) (City Council Rules of Procedure)
related to public hearings by allowing speakers who have previously provided input the
opportunity to provide a rebuttal after hearing the applicant’s rebuttal; providing for a
severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
ID 19-2939G.
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Receive a presentation of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending the City of Denton
Code of Ordinances (Code) Section 2-29 (City Council Rules of Procedure) Subsection
(h) (creation of committees, boards, and commissions) requiring boards, commissions,
and committees to establish a regular meeting schedule; providing for a severability clause;
and providing for an effective date.
ID 19-2942H.
Consider nominations/appointments to the City’s Boards, Commissions, and Committees:
Airport Advisory Board, Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Board of Ethics,
Committee on Persons with Disabilities, Community Development Advisory Committee,
Health & Building Standards Commission, Historic Landmark Commission, Human
Services Advisory Committee, Library Board, Parks, Recreation & Beautification Board,
Planning & Zoning Commission, Public Art Committee, Public Utilities Board, Traffic
Safety Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
ID 19-2617I.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton,
Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Residential 2
(R-2) on 34.31 acres and Residential 3 (R3) on 2.34 acres to a Planned Development
(PD) District on a total of approximately 36.66 acres of land generally located north of
Ryan Road, approximately 120 feet east of Monte Carlo Lane, in the City of Denton,
Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map;
providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof;
providing a severability clause and an effective date. (PD19-0003a, Ryan Way, Hayley
Zagurski).
PD19-0003aA.
Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton,
Texas, approving a Specific Use Permit to allow an electric substation on approximately
3.27 acres of land generally located at on the north side of Blagg Road, approximately
430 feet east of the intersection of Blagg Road and Geesling Road, in the city of Denton,
Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the city’s official zoning map; providing
for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for
severability; and establishing an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval (6-0). (S19-0011, Blagg Road Substation, Cindy Jackson)
S19-0011bB.
Hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance of the city of Denton, Texas, approving a
change in the zoning classification from the existing Rural Residential (RR) zoning district
and use classification to the Mixed Use Neighborhood (MN) zoning district and use
classification, and rezoning approximately 0.838 acres of land from the existing Residential
6 (R6) zoning classification and use designation to a Mixed Use Neighborhood (MN)
zoning classification and use designation; all on approximately 3.27 acres of land generally
located at on the north side of Blagg Road, approximately 430 feet east of the intersection
of Blagg Road and Geesling Road, in the city of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting
an amendment to the city’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum
amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for severability; and establishing an
effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval (6-0).
Z19-0009bC.
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December 17, 2019City Council Meeting Agenda
(Z19-0009, Blagg Road Substation, Cindy Jackson)
Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance for a Specific Use Permit to
allow for a Multifamily Dwelling use on approximately 12.33 acres of land. The property
is generally located on the north side of Poinsettia Boulevard, approximately 945 feet east
of East Sherman Drive in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a
penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a
severability clause and an effective date The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0
to approve the request with conditions. THIS ITEM WAS POSTPONED FROM THE
DECEMBER 3, 2019 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. (S19-0003, Oxford at Sherman
Drive, Julie Wyatt)
S19-0003cD.
Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton,
Texas, amending the Solid Waste Design Criteria Manual; providing for severability, a
savings clause and an effective date. STAFF IS REQUESTING THAT THIS ITEM BE
WITHDRAWN.
ID 19-2952E.
6. 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
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 ___________________
__________________________________________
CITY SECRETARY
NOTE: THE CITY OF DENTON'S DESIGNATED PUBLIC MEETING FACILITIES ARE
ACCESSIBLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. THE CITY
WILL PROVIDE ACCOMODATION, SUCH AS SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE
HEARING IMPAIRED, IF REQUESTED AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE
SCHEDULED MEETING. PLEASE CALL THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE AT 940-349-8309 OR
USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR THE DEAF (TDD) BY CALLING 1-800-RELAY-TX
SO THAT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION CAN BE ARRANGED.
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Meeting Date
10-Dec
Green Tree Estates
Discussions
19-2869
Stoke Annual Update
19-2628
NCTCOG Solid Waste
Grant
19-2779
TXDOT Turnback Program
19-2936
Vision Zero
19-2930
Review of Council
Requests
19-2257
17-Dec
Audit Workplan
19-2783
Accessory Dwelling Units,
Walls, Fences, and
Screening
DCA19-0011
2020 Mobility Plan
Update1
19-2485
Cole Hunter Ranch2
19-2802
Fine Arts Theatre
19-2739
Employee Ethics Policy
19-018
Review of Council
Requests
19-2258
CANCELLED
6-Jan Lunch
7-Jan KDB Annual Report
Doorbell Monitoring
Technology
19-2959
Annual Gas well
Summary
19-2843
2020 Mobility Plan
Update2
19-2883
Main Street Association
Partnership
19-2764
Chamber of Commerce
Partnership Agreement
19-1946
Review of Council
Requests
20-001
14-Jan Cole Hunter Ranch3 Hickory Creek Alignment
Construction Code
Review DME Delegated Authority
2020 Mobility Plan
Update3
19-2884
Polling Locations
19-2914
Review of Council
Requests
20-002
21-Jan 19-2914
28-Jan
Fire Standards of
Coverage
2020 Mobility Plan
Update4
19-2885
Gas Well
City Hall West
19-2840
Economic Development
Audit
19-2723
Sagebrook Annexation
Development (TBD)
19-2369
Reimbursement
Ordinance (TBD)
19-2852
Review of Council
Requests
20-003
Pay-As-You-Go Program
Overview Outdoor Noise
Right of Way Ordinance
Follow-up
Purchasing Manual
Update DME GreenSense
Sustainability Plan
Update
Review of Council
Requests Mar 03
20-008
Affordable Housing/
Housing Assistance
Group Home Code
Amendment
Gas Well Update
& Closed Session Item
(pulled from 10/8/19 WS)
Utilities Management
Study Public Art Canopy Trails
Review of Council
Requests Mar 17
20-009
High Voltage Lines
Development Review
Process Improvements
19-2686
City Criteria Manuals
DCA19-0008
Review of Council
Requests Mar 24
20-010
Review of Council
Requests Apr 07
20-011
Work Session
Requests Determined
by Council -
Date TBD
Community Public Art
and Community Tree
Grants
TIF Grants for
Accessibility
Integrated Pest
Management Plan
Review
Veteran Source of
Income Housing
Discrimination
Ordinance
Quakertown Park
Drainage Channel
Anti-Discrimination
OrdinanceWork Sessions Planned - Date TBDFUTURE WORK SESSION ITEMS MATRIX
As of December 6, 2019
Currently Slated Work Session Items
No meeting; MLK Holiday on 1/20
131
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
7704 Mirror Rock White Dove Montecito 12/16/19 01/10/20
Concrete Street Panel Repair .
The process starts with
barricading the failed sections of
concrete pavement, remove the
pavement and subgrade, and
install new concrete pavement.
Streets Door Hangers (940) 349-7146
Bent Creek Kappwood Spring
Creek 01/06/20 03/13/20
Concrete Street panel and
Sidewalk repair. The process
starts with barricading the failed
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement and
subgrade, and install new
concrete pavement.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Crosstimber Mill Wye 12/20/19 12/27/19 Street Repairs
(Road Closure)Streets (940) 349-7146
Hickory Creek Rd.Teasley Riverpass TBD TBD Street Widening
(Temporary Lane Closures)Engineering
Franchise utility
relocation work has
been delaying the start
of our construction and
related lane closures.
However the franchises
have progressed to the
point where Jagoe can
deploy to the site soon
and begin work. I have
a meeting scheduled
with Jagoe on 12/11 and
should then have a
better idea as to their
proposed lane closure
schedule of Hickory
(940) 349-8910
I35E northbound service
road located 500 ft west
of Bonnie TBD TBD Wastewater Improvements
(Temporary Lane Closures)Wastewater (940) 349-7128
Jim Christial Western
blvd.Jim Christial 12/26/19 12/31/19 U.S Cold storage drainage
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
Email Notification, Direct
business contact (940) 218-3562
John Paine Road
Southwest
Pump
Station
John Paine
at John
Paine
01/06/20 05/31/20
Install approximately water main
along Old John Paine and Allred
between the Southwest Pump
Station and South Bonnie Brae.
Water NextDoor (940) 349-8925
Street Closure Report
Upcoming Closures
Week of December 9, 2019 - December 15, 2019
Upcoming Closures
132
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Johnson Lane John Paine
Road
Just west of
first
driveway
01/06/20 05/31/20
Install approximately water main
along Old John Paine and Allred
between the Southwest Pump
Station and South Bonnie Brae.
Water NextDoor (940) 349-8925
Lantana Drive Plumbago Cul v Sac 12/16/19 01/17/20
Concrete Sidewalk repair. The
process starts with barricading
the failed sections of Sidewalk,
remove and install new
Streets Door Hangers (940) 349-7146
Oakland St Locust St Austin 12/17/19 12/18/19
Striping on street parking stalls
we will not close the road but
will not allow parking.
Traffic N/A (940) 349-7156
Robson East Side of
RR 35W TBD TBD Wastewater Main Install
(Temporary Lane Closure)Wastewater (940) 349-7128
Rockwood Ln.Royal Mistywood TBD TBD bundle Engineering this will be part of bundle Door Hangers
Roselawn Dr.Bonnie Brae Kansas City
Southern RR TBD TBD
Drainage and Roadway
Construction
Bonnie Brae Phase 1
(One Lane traffic control)
Engineering Part of Bonnie Brae Ph. I
Capital Project (940) 349-8910
Royal Ln.Royal Rockwood TBD TBD bundle Engineering this will be part of bundle
Shady Oaks Dr.Teasley Woodrow TBD TBD Base Repairs
(Temporary Lane Closure)Streets
Crews will move here
after work on Kerley St.
is complete
Meet with Business
Owners (940) 349-7146
Thomas St.Panhandle Oak TBD TBD Streets Construction Capital Projects Part of 2019 Street
Bundle (940) 349-7104
West Windsor Drive Parkside
Drive
Mesquite
Street 11/11/19 02/08/20
Installation of new storm
drainage line, sanitary sewer
line, and pavement replacement
along Windsor as part of the
Magnolia PH II Project.
Streets,
Drainage, Water,
Waste Water
NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8425
Total 15
Upcoming Closures
133
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Ave B Underwood Eagle 12/16/19 01/29/20
We are replacing the water
main, all fire hydrants, and all
water services on Ave B from
Underwood to Eagle
Water
We will be distributing
flyers to affected
customers.
(940) 349-7332
Beechwood County Club
Rd.Wintercreek 12/09/19 02/14/20
Concrete Street panel and
Sidewalk repair. The process
starts with barricading the failed
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement and
subgrade, and install new
concrete pavement
Streets Door Hangers (940) 349-7146
Bell Ave Texas Schmitz 12/02/19 12/05/19 Asphalt trench on Bell Public Works
Inspector NextDoor (940) 205-9230
Blagg Rd.Mayhill Geesling 03/18/19 12/31/19 Mayhill Project Bridge
(Temporary Street Closure)Engineering Part of Mayhill Rd.
Widening Capital Project
Website & Nextdoor
Notification (940) 349-8925
Bonnie Brae St.Roselawn Corbin 10/21/19 12/20/19 Water Main Replacement
(closed to thru traffic)Engineering
Part of North South
Water Main Ph. II
Capital Project (Bonnie
Brae from Roselawn to
(940) 349-8910
Brinker Rd.Intersection
of IH 35E 09/25/19 11/29/19
No additional closures planned
for this construction, potentially
only lane closures.
Traffic (940) 349-7486
Chipping Campden Argyle Lane Winthrop Hill
Road 12/02/19 12/16/19 Base Failure Repairs Streets door hangers (940) 349-7146
Clydesdale Dr.Wheeler
Ridge Spanish 10/07/19 12/20/19 Concrete Panel & Sidewalk
Repair Streets delayed completion date
due to weather (940) 349-7160
E. McKinney St.Grissom S. Fork 03/11/19 12/01/19
Storm Drain Installation and
Street Widening
(Temporary, Intermittent
Engineering Part of McKinney Rd.
Widening Capital Project (940) 349-8910
Edgewood Crestwood Northwood
Terrace 11/11/19 12/13/19 Curb and Gutter Repair Streets Door Hangers (940) 349-7160
Edwards Road S. Mayhill Camino Real
Trail 11/11/19 11/25/19 Base Failure Repairs Streets door hangers (940) 349-7146
Elm St.Oak Parkway 09/23/19 01/18/20 Sidewalk Improvements Engineering
Part of Downtown TIF
Sidewalk & Lighting CIP -
Temporary lane and
shoulder closures due to
sidewalk reconstruction.
(940) 349-8425
Street Closure Report
Week of December 9, 2019 - December 15, 2019
Current Closures
Upcoming Closures
134
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
First Street Bolivar
Street Elm Street 11/18/19 12/13/19
Atmos Energy replacing 150ft of
gas main (maintenance).
Intermittent closures required to
complete repairs and paving
restoration.
Atmos Direct business contact (940) 205-8278
FM 2181
City of
Denton/Cori
nth City
limits
Lillian Miller 11/18/19 TBD Street Widening TxDOT
TxDOT Project - New
contractor selected and
starting to mobilize.
Various lane closures
possible starting
(940) 349-8425
Fry Scripture Oak 11/04/19 12/13/19 Traffic Signal Improvements Traffic Direct business contact (940) 349-7486
Fry Oak Hickory 12/16/19 01/03/20 Signal reconstruction Traffic Direct business contact (940) 349-7486
Ft. Worth Dr. (US 377)IH 35E
0.26 mi
south of FM
1830
12/03/18 12/12/20
Street Widening
(Temporary Lane Closures
during non-peak traffic)
TxDOT 10/08/19 (940) 387-1414
Ft. Worth Dr. (US 377)IH 35E Mission St 10/17/19 10/23/19 Infrastructure Safety Upgrades
(temporary closures)TxDOT (940) 387-1414
Hinkle Dr.US 380 Headlee 05/23/19 11/30/19
Street and Drainage
Improvements Magnolia
Drainage Ph. II
(Temporary Lane Closures)
Engineering
Part of Magnolia
Drainage Capital Project
(Hinkle from University
to Windsor and Windsor
from Hinkle to Elm)
Temporary closures due
to pavement. Most
access currently open.
(940) 349-8910
Hinkle Rd.Headlee Windsor 07/03/19 12/30/19
Street and Drainage
Improvements Magnolia
Drainage Ph. II
Engineering Road open to local
traffic only.
Hinkle/Windsor closed
starting 11/11/19.(940) 349-8910
Hollyhill Ln.Ticonderoga
Dr.Lafayett Ln.12/09/19 12/11/19
Drainage department will be
repairing the storm drain in front
of 2245 Hollyhill Ln. the work is
expected to last no longer than
two days. Traffic will be
detoured to Lynhurst Ln.
Drainage Door hangers t affected
residents (940) 349-7197
Locust St.Walnut Highland 11/04/19 12/31/19 Drainage Improvements (Partial
Lane Closures)Engineering Part of PEC-4 Ph. 1 & 2
Drainage Capital Project (940) 349-8910
Locust St.Oak McKinney 12/14/19 01/31/20 Sidewalk Improvements Engineering Part of Downtown TIF
Sidewalk & Lighting CIP (940) 349-8910
Maple Street Elm Street Locust
Street 12/09/19 02/28/20
Atmos Energy/ Driver Pipeline
relocating gas main and
services in preparation for
PEC4 drainage capital project.
ROW Permit.
Atmos, Public
Works
Inspections
Direct business contact (940) 349-8910
Upcoming Closures
135
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Mayhill Rd.US 380 Edwards 09/01/17 02/01/20 Street Widening (Temporary
Lane Closures)Engineering
Part of Mayhill Rd.
Widening Capital
Project.
Future Traffic Switch
anticipated after
Door Hangers (940) 349-8925
Mistywood Ln.Woodhaven Jamestown 10/07/19 02/06/20
Water Main, Services, and Fire
Hydrant Replacements
(Temporary Lane Closure,
Reopen at 6 pm daily)
Water Part of Mistywood Water
Project (940) 349-7181
Morse St.Intersection
of Mayhill 09/01/17 02/01/20 Traffic Signal Install (Temporary
Street Closure)Engineering (940) 349-8925
Northwood Terrace Edgewood Cul v Sac 11/11/19 12/13/19 Curb and Gutter Repair Streets Door Hanger (940) 349-7160
Oak at Jagoe St. Signal Intersection
of Jagoe 09/09/19 12/28/19 Signal Construction (Intermittent
Lane Closures)Traffic (940) 949-7486
Oak St. at Fry St. Signal Intersection
of Fry 11/04/19 12/28/19 Signal Construction (Intermittent
Lane Closures)Traffic (940) 349-7486
Parvin Jacqueline
Drive
Westwood
Drive 11/06/19 11/27/19 Denia Parking Lot will be
reconstructed.Streets Direct business contact (940) 349-7146
Poinsettia Blvd.Manten Harvest 10/07/19 12/20/19
Concrete Sidewalk Repair
(Temporary Lane Closure; Will
reopen at 5 pm daily)
Streets (940) 349-7160
Prairie St.Elm Pierce 11/04/19 12/20/19 Drainage Improvements (street
closed to thru traffic)Engineering Part of Pec 4 Ph. I & II
Drainage Capital Project (940) 349-8910
Quail Ridge Cooper
Branch La Paloma 10/14/19 12/13/19
Water Main and Service
Replacements,
(Temporary Lane Closure)
Water (940) 349-7181
Rockwood Lane Royal Lane Emerson
Lane 12/02/19 12/20/19
Replace damaged storm drain
pipe and inlets. The process
starts with barricading the
section of street to be removed,
remove and replace the
damaged storm drain pipe and
inlets and repair the street cut
with new asphalt pavement.
Drainage Other (940) 349-7197
Rockwood Ln.Royal Mistywood 10/07/19 02/06/20
Water Main, Services, and Fire
Hydrant Replacements
(Temporary Lane Closure,
Reopen at 6 pm daily)
Water Part of Mistywood Water
Project (940) 349-7181
Royal Ln.Mistywood Rockwood 10/07/19 02/06/20
Water Main, Services, and Fire
Hydrant Replacements
(Temporary Lane Closure,
Reopen at 6 pm daily)
Water Part of Mistywood Water
Project (940) 349-7181
Sagewood St.Meadow Peartree 10/01/19 01/31/20 Streets Reconstruction Streets (940) 349-7160
Smith St.Johnson Dallas 11/18/19 12/17/19
Wastewater Main Install
(Temporary Lane Closure; Will
reopen at 6 pm daily)
Wastewater
Construction date
delayed from
09/30/2019.
(940) 349-7128
Spring Creek Winter
Creek Bent Creek 10/25/19 12/13/19 Concrete Panel & Sidewalk
Repair Streets (940) 349-7160
Upcoming Closures
136
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Tahoe Ln.Ottawa Saranac 09/30/19 12/13/19 Concrete Panel & Sidewalk
Repair Streets delayed completion date
due to weather (940) 349-7160
Texas Bell Ave.Oakland 12/05/19 12/13/19
SS Manhole, SS pipe
installation, water tap, and
hydrant
Public Works
Inspection Email Notification (940) 205-9230
University/US 380 1200' East
of Mayhill
1200' West
of Mayhill 11/01/19 02/01/20 Signal Upgrade and Installation
Engineering,
Traffic, TxDOT,
CIP
Outside lanes of US 380
will be closed at the
intersection of Mayhill
Rd. for intermittent work
and signal upgrades.
Additional outreach not
needed (940) 349-8925
W Windsor Mesquite 300' W of
Hinkle 10/24/19 11/25/19 Street and Drainage
Improvements Engineering
Closure has been
temporarily delayed due
to inclement weather
conditions.
(940) 349-8910
Walnut St.Elm Austin 09/30/19 12/20/19 Atmos Utility Relocation
(Street Closure)Engineering
Atmos relocated gas
main and services (in
preparation for Pec 4
Drainage Capital
Project), and is now
restoring paving.
Atmos Energy making in
person/ verbal contact
with businesses on
square
(940) 349-8910
Welch Street Oak St.Hickory St.12/09/19 02/21/20 Street reconstruction with
sidewalk improvement.Streets door hangers (940) 349-7146
Wind River Lillian Miller Teasley Ln.12/09/19 12/27/19
Concrete Sidewalk repair at
intersection of Wind River at
Teasley Ln. The process starts
with barricading the failed
sections of Sidewalk, remove
and install new concrete.
Streets Door Hangers (940) 349-7146
Wood W Oak W Hickory 11/07/19 11/29/19 Signal Reinstallations (Street
Closure)Traffic Weather delay (940) 349-7486
Total 48
Upcoming Closures
137
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Bonnie Brae St.Roselawn North of
Vintage 07/01/17 10/01/19 Street Widening
(No Street Closures)Engineering Part of Bonnie Brae Ph. I
Capital Project (940) 349-8910
Bonnie Brae St.Intersection
of Scripture 06/13/19 11/05/19
Roundabout
Bonnie Brae Ph. IV
(Intermittent Closures)
Engineering The closure was re-
opened on 11/5/19.
Website, Nextdoor
Notification (940) 349-8910
Bonnie Brae St.Highland
Park Willowwood 05/13/19 11/14/19
Water Main Replacement
North South Water Main Ph. II
( Temporary Street Closure)
Engineering
Part of North South
Water Main Ph. II
Capital Project (Bonnie
Brae from Roselawn to
Website, Nextdoor
Notification (940) 349-8910
Brinker Rd.Loop 288 Quail Creek 07/08/19 11/22/19 Storm Drain Demolition
(Temporary Lane Closure)Drainage Website, Nextdoor
Notification (940) 391-6299
Canoe Ridge Ln.Silent Star Sweet Cloud 09/30/19 11/01/19 Concrete Panel & Sidewalk
Repair Streets (940) 349-7160
Crestwood Linwood Greenwood 11/18/19 11/21/19 Curb and Gutter Repair Streets
Need to close Crest
Wood St. from Linwood
to Greenwood to put in a
Concrete Valley Gutter
across the Street. This
was originally going to
only be a lane closure
because they were
going to do half of the
valley gutter at a time.
Due to the elevation and
angle this one needs to
be poured all at once so
it will have to be a full
closure.
Weather permitting we’ll
be Closing it on Monday
11-18-19 and opening it
door hangers (940) 349-7160
Elm St.Stroud Prairie 11/13/19 11/22/19 Sewer Main Replacement
(partial lane closure; western Engineering Direct business contact,
Other (940) 349-7112
Forrestridge Dr.Hobson Timbergreen 08/19/19 11/21/19
Concrete Replacement/Mill and
Overlay
(Temporary Lane Closure)
Streets Completion delayed
from 11/01/2019.(940) 349-7160
Greenwood Sherman Cherrywood 10/21/19 11/04/19 Street Repairs
(Road Closure)Streets (940) 349-7160
Greenwood Crestwood
Pl intersection 11/11/19 12/06/19 Curb and Gutter improvements
(temporary closures)Streets delayed due to weather (940) 349-7146
Street Closure Report
Week of December 9, 2019 - December 15, 2019
Completed Closures
Upcoming Closures
138
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Hickory St.Fry Welch 08/16/19 10/22/19 Street Reconstruction (Street
Closure)Streets
Street repairs to follow
on Hickory from Welch
to Carroll
this portion can be
moved to completed
(940) 349-7160
Jagoe St.Scripture W Oak 10/03/19 11/07/19 Signal Reinstallations (Street
Closure)Traffic Weather delay (940) 349-7486
Jim Crystal IH 35 Western
Blvd 10/22/19 11/26/19 Base Repairs
(Temporary Lane Closure)Streets delayed completion date
due to weather (940) 349-7160
Kerley St.Duncan Shady Oaks 04/25/19 10/11/19 Wastewater Main Replacement
(Temporary Lane Closures)Wastewater Completion date delayed
from 09/27/2019.
Website, Nextdoor
Notification (940) 349-7128
Lakeview Blvd.Blagg Stallion 08/19/19 09/20/19 Concrete Panel Repair
(Temporary Lane Closure)Streets (940) 349-7160
Linwood Crestwood
Pl intersection 11/11/19 12/06/19 Curb and Gutter improvements
(temporary closures)Streets delayed due to weather (940) 349-7146
Locust St.Eagle Highland 08/12/19 11/07/19 Drainage Improvements Pec 4
Ph. I & II (Temporary Lane Engineering (940) 349-8910
Oakridge St Edgewood
Pl
intersection
of 11/11/19 12/06/19 Curb and Gutter improvements
(temporary closures)Streets delayed due to weather (940) 349-7146
Orr Elm Locust 09/04/19 11/15/19 Wastewater Main Replacement
(Street Closure)Wastewater Completion date delayed
from 10/01/2019 (940) 349-7128
Panhandle Bolivar Carroll 09/30/19 10/14/19
Street reconstruction (Street
Closure; Will reopen at 7 pm
daily.)
Streets can be moved to
completed (940) 349-7160
S. Mayhill Rd.Colorado I-35 09/23/19 09/25/19 Street Repairs
(Temporary Lane Closures)Streets New Completion (940) 349-7160
Scripture St.Bonnie Brae 1000' ft west 08/14/19 10/05/19
Part of Bonnie Brae
Roundabout Project
(Temporary Street Closure)
Water
Completion delayed
from 10/02/2019. Part of
Bonnie Brae
(940) 349-7181
Sheraton Rd.Hercules north 10/01/19 12/18/19 Streets Reconstruction Streets (940) 349-7160
Spring Creek Creek Bend Winter
Creek 09/09/19 10/25/19 Concrete Panel & Sidewalk
Repair Streets (940) 349-7160
Wainwright St.Sycamore Bell 06/24/19 09/27/19
Atmos Utility Relocation
(Temporary, Intermittent Street
Closure)
Atmos New Completion
Wayne St.Boyd Mozingo 09/17/19 10/11/19
Water Improvements
(Temporary Lane Closure; Will
reopen at end of each day)
Water
Completion date
accelerated from
10/21/2019.
(940) 349-7181
Wintercreek Dr.Kappwood Country
Club 08/05/19 09/20/19 Concrete Street Panel Repair
(Temporary Lane Closures)Streets (940) 349-7146
Wintercreek Dr.Kappwood Greenbend 10/07/19 12/20/19
Concrete Panel & Sidewalk
Repair (Temporary Lane
Closure; Will reopen at 5 pm
Streets (940) 349-7160
Total 27
Upcoming Closures
139