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MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 6, 2020
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, March 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. in the
City Council Work Session Room.
2. Library Board on Monday, March 9, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. at the Emily Fowler
Central Library.
3. No - City Council Meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.
4. Cancelled - Mobility Committee Meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 9:00
a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room.
5. Cancelled – Economic Development Partnership Board on Wednesday,
March 11, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room.
6. Cancelled - Agenda Committee Meeting Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 2:30
p.m. in the City Manager’s Conference Room.
7. Airport Advisory Board on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. in the
Airport Terminal Meeting Room.
8. Human Services Advisory Committee on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 11:00
a.m. in the City Hall East 2nd Floor Conference Room.
II. General Information & Status Update
A. Green Tree Estates Update – On Monday, February 24, a meeting was held with Pat
Smith of Serve Denton, Denton Council Member Paul Meltzer, and staff from the City
Manager’s Office staff to discuss the actions needed to bring water services to the
residents of Green Tree Estates. The following day, February 25, John Hoose, of
Habitat for Humanit y, and representatives from Servant Workers for Every Available
Task (S.W.E.A.T Team) met to discuss upcoming activities that will assist the owner
occupied residents at Green Tree Estates. The following is a brief summary of
upcoming activities from both entities including the City of Denton.
Habitat for Humanity:
• Has reached out to LULAC for coordination of activities.
• Has recruited the services of Stewart Title and they have determined that the
ownership of the roads within the subdivision are still privately held.
• On Saturday March 7, Habitat w ill conduct Courtesy Inspections of those
owner-occupied residences. This will provide residents with an understanding
of outstanding health, life, safety code matters and potential cost estimates to
have these matters resolved.
Serve Denton:
• Serve Denton is working on coordinating potential funding sources to assist
with low interest to no -interest loans for residents of GTE.
• Serve Denton is coordinating with community groups like the S.W.E.A.T Team
to assist in making repairs to bring the owner-occupied homes into compliance.
Serve Denton indicated that there may be other groups that can assist in
conducting some of the construction work in the roads for the pipe installation.
City of Denton:
• Will continue to deliver non-potable water to residents through May 22, 2020
• Has offered to conduct Courtesy Inspections to all owner and renter occupied
residents. A resident will need to schedule the inspections with Building
Inspections.
• The tap, meter, and impact fee for water is $6938. This informat ion has been
provided to residents on several occasions.
• On week of March 9, Public Affairs will be sending out a comprehensive
correspondence (in English and Spanish) to all GTE residents that contains
FAQs, fee information, inspection requirements, and the schedule for upcoming
community meetings.
Staff contact : Mario Canizares, City Manager ’s Office
B. COVID-19 Coronavirus Response Planning – As discussed in last week’s Friday
report, the City is preparing and coordinating with our partners at the Denton County
Public Health Department (DCPH), who is the lead authority in the county on public
health matters. Additionally, City staff are rece iving timely information through daily
briefings with the Texas Department of State Health Services. A multi-departmental
team has also been formed to communicate and plan and we have invited our external
partners of the DCPH, DISD, UNT, and TWU to join in this team’s efforts.
To communicate with the public, the City of Denton has created a webpage, shared
information on social media, and has ordered educational posters to be placed
throughout all City facilities. Staff has also ordered more sanitation supp lies for all City
facilities.
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To share more information with the community and City Council, staff has coordinated
for the Denton County Public Health Department to present at the March 17 work
session.
Should the situation change locally, Denton County Public Health will work with our
community and media partners to provide updated recommendations and information
as it becomes available. Any confirmed cases will be reported publicly through all
Denton County Public Health media channels. In such cases, t he City will work to
amplify County messaging through our communication channels. Staff contact: Sarah
Kuechler, Public Affairs / Kenneth Hedges, Fire
C. Cupboard Recycling Center – Several Council members reached out to staff regarding
the displacement of the recycling drop-off center located at the DISD property that is
formerly the Cupboard. Staff is working on a presentation for a future work session for
early April to discuss this location and other options available. Staff contact: Brian
Boerner, Solid Waste and Recycling
D. Economic Development Strategic Plan Community Workshop – Over the last three
months, Economic Development department staff have been working with TIP
Strategies, an economic development consulting firm, to gather data and stakeholder
input as part of the strategic planning process. The consultants have made t wo site visits
to Denton and have met with numerous stakeholders, toured Denton and relevant
facilities, and reviewed data, policies, plans, and more. During their March visit, TIP
and department staff will hold the first community workshop to get feedback on ideas
and strategies for the strategic plan. The workshop will be held at 6 p.m., Wednesday,
March 18, at the Denton Civic Center (321 E. McKinney). The event is open to anyone,
and staff encourage businesses and residents to attend and provide valuable input and
feedback. Additional workshops will be held once a draft plan is developed in April or
May. The attached flyer is being distributed to community leaders and organizations,
and other posts have been made on relevant social media channels. Staff contact:
Jessica Rogers, Economic Development
E. UNT Mock Press Exercise – On February 29, Public Affairs and Sustainability staff
participated in a media training session with University of North Texas students in the
Master of Public Administration program. During a mock press conference, students
served as municipal public information officers faced with real-life scenarios while
staff acted as reporters asking questions. The objective of the training is to provide
hands-on experience in effective communication and understanding the unique
information needs of the public for a number of different events. Training sessio ns have
been hosted for several years with positive feedback from professors and students, and
they are a wonderful example of the partnership between the City and our universities.
Staff looks forward to working with the UNT MPA program again next semester. Staff
Contact: Ryan Adams, Public Affairs
F. Denton Enterprise Airport Training Award – Denton Enterprise Airport is one of 129
airports nationwide that have been recognized by the American Association of Airport
Executives (AAAE) for Training Excellence in 2019. In 2018, the Denton Enterprise
airport instituted the ANTN Digicast web-based aviation training system with the goal
of enhancing employees knowledge and understanding of airport related procedures
and standard practices. The ANTN Digicast Excelle nce in Airport Training award
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signifies that airport employees have completed a specified amount of federally
mandated airport -specific and continuing education training. Denton Enterprise Airport
has received this award two years in row. Please see the attached press release for
additional information. Staff Contact: Scott Gray, Airport Manager
G. Abandoned Houses – On March 1, Council Member Armintor forwarded a resident
request to staff with concerns about two potentially abandoned homes on Mockingbird
Lane. Community Services staff visited and inspected the two structures, and
found both to be vacant and unsecure. As such, the properties were noticed and posted
on March 3. Per State and City law, vacant and unsecure buildings must be secured
within 72 hours by the owner. As of Thursday, March 5, the owner was actively
working on boarding both properties. Staff will reinspect to ensure the buildings are
properly secured. Staff contact: Dani Shaw, Community Services Staff contact: Dani
Shaw, Community Services
H. Fiber Lines Cut During Sidewalk Construction – On March 2, Council Member Briggs
forwarded a resident request that their fiber line was cut by crews repairing a sidewalk
in front of their home. The fiber line was cut while crews were preparing the sidewalk
for repair. These lines are required to be buried 36 inches below the curb height in the
Right of Way, however crews were cutting 5 to 6 inches below the surface when the
line was cut. Staff reached out to the resident who was affected by this, and the line
was repaired by the next day. Staff contact: Daniel Kremer, Public Works
I. Connectivity Around the New Denton High School – On December 6, Council Member
Davis requested a summary of the mobility improvements (streets and sidewalks) that
are going to be made in connection with construction of the new Denton High School.
The primary entrance for the school will be from a new east -west roadway (Bronco
Way) which will be an extension of the existing Riney Road west of Bonnie Brae Street
(see graphic below). The High School will have additional entrances along Bonnie Brae
Street as well. Currently, the segment of Bonnie Brae Street between Windsor Drive
and US 77 is under design and includes a 5-foot sidewalk on the west side and a 10-
foot wide multi-use path (bike, pedestrian, etc.) on the east side. Additionally, the new
roadway (Bronco Way) on the north side of t he High School will also have 5-foot
sidewalks on both sides. The High School does not have an access/entrances along
Westgate Drive (western boundary of the school site). Staff received feedback from
residents in the neighborhood, and given the proposed layout of the High School and
the likelihood of Westgate Drive (behind the School) being used as a future cut -
through, extending Westgate Drive north to connect to Bronco Way was not
recommended. Therefore, Westgate Drive is not planned to be extended north to
provide a vehicular connection to Bronco Way. As for the pedestrian connection
(sidewalk), staff is currently reviewing the following options which will be presented
to City Council for consideration in the near future. It should be noted that providing a
pedestrian connection from Westgate Drive to Bronco Way or the back side of the High
School may encourage parents to use Westgate Drive as a drop-off/pick-up area.
• No sidewalks (As is condition) (see graphic below).
• Install an 8-foot sidewalk behind the drainage ditch on the east side of the road
from Westglen Drive to Bronco Way.
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• Similar to previous option, but the majority of the sidewalk will be constructed
within the High School campus. This will require coordination and approval by
Denton Independent School District.
• Completely redesigning and reconstructing Westgate Drive to a collector street
per City standards. This means installation of curb & gutter, drainage inlets and
storm drain pipe, and 8 feet sidewalks on both sides of the street.
Staff contact: Pritam Deshmukh, Capital Projects
Existing Conditions
J. Changing Stations at South Lakes Park – On February 29, Council Member Briggs
forwarded a resident request to staff requesting baby changing stations be installed in
the restrooms at South Lakes Park. Staff was able to install the changing stations on
Wednesday, March 4 and will monitor t hese stations for vandalism, which is common
for the stations. Staff contact: Drew Huffman, Parks and Recreation
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K. No Parking Signage on Windsor – On March 2, Council Member Briggs forwarded a
resident request to staff requesting the City review the no -parking signage in front of
Strickland Middle School. Staff from the Traffic Engineering department visited the
school that day to assess the signage and will work with the school to make the
necessary changes, which includes City and non-City placed signage. Staff contact:
Brian Jahn, Capital Projects
L. NLC-TIP Economic Development Program – On March 3, Council Member Briggs
forwarded information to staff regarding the National League of Cities (NLC)
partnership with TIP Strategies to offer the 2020 Economic Development Program.
Staff reviewed the information that was provided, and agrees t hat it is a great program.
However, since the City is already working with TIP Strategies on the Economic
Development Strategic Plan, staff feels that this program would be duplicative of those
efforts but will save this information to be considered in the future. Staff contact:
Jessica Rogers, Economic Development
M. Denton Municipal Electric Energy Efficiency Workshop – On March 5, staff from the
Energy Services Division hosted this year's first Energy Efficiency Workshop at the
Denton Civic Center. The purpose of the workshop was to educate DME customers on
energy efficiency. At the workshop, staff also answered questions and provided useful
resources.
The energy efficiency workshop was advertised on several social media platforms, and
covered the following topics:
• Efficiency vs Conservation
• Residential Electricity Consumption
• Whole-House Assessment Approach
• Heat Gain and Loss
• Cooling and Heating
• Energy and Money Saving Tips
• Rebates and Helpful Resources
Next month, DME will host an Electric Safety Workshop with an Arcing Demo display
at the Civic Center. Staff Contact: Chris Lutrick, DME
N. Mills Road Site Litter Cleanup – Later this March, during KDB’s 32nd Annual Great
American Cleanup (GAC), the litter will be cleaned up at the site of the City’s future
East Lakes Park. The 71.34-acre property was recently purchased using tree mitigation
funds. Staff contact: Autumn Natalie, Parks and Recreation/Keep Denton Beautiful
O. Intersection Safety Data – On March 3, Council Member Briggs requested accident
data at the intersection on I-35E and Dallas Drive since the I-35E onramp reopened. A
search of reported crashes from December 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020 shows
that there have been four accidents, three of which have occurred since the beginning
of this year. This intersection has the same configuration as before the I -35E expansion
project, and saw the highest amount of accidents in 2017 during a time period when the
on-ramp to southbound I-35E was closed. The Police department is working with
Capital Projects and TxDOT to address the design of the roadway and explore whether
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any changes could reduce issues in this area. Staff will provide updates as the
coordination continues. Staff contact: Frank Dixon, Police
P. Temporary Pedestrian Path to McNair Elementary – On Tuesday, March 3, 2020, City
staff received an email from a resident who expressed concerns regarding pedestrian
pathways being impacted by a utility relocation project near McNair Elementary,
specifically on the north side of Hickory Creek across from the school. Staff and DISD
staff met on site to discuss options. On the same day the concern was received, City
staff have worked with the contractor to place gravel on the existing footpath for
pedestrians to use. The gravel will produce a more weat her resistant walking surface
for the pedestrians, particularly the students at McNair Elementary, to use as they walk
between Montecito Drive and the existing concrete sidewalk west of Waterside Place
(see ). Residents in the vicinity were notified via t argeted outreach through Nextdoor
and DISD will also communicate this information to parents through their
channels. City staff will continue to work with DISD to explore additional safety
enhancing options. The construction at that location is expected to continue for another
2 to 3 months, weather permitting. Staff contact: Ryan Adams, Public Affairs
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Q. Spring Break Camps – Spring Break is March 9-13 for Denton ISD, and many
surrounding school districts. Denton Parks and Recreation is offering many Spring
Break camp options, including all-day camps at each rec center and the Civic Center.
These camps are $30 each day, which includes field trips, games, crafts, and much
more. Tennis, golf, skateboarding, and volleyball camps are also offered as half-day
camps. For more information visit, www.dentonparks.com. Staff contact: Carolin e
Seward and Jason Barrow, Parks and Recreation
R. North Lakes Dock – In August 2019, the dock at North Lakes Pond collapsed and could
not be repaired. Funding was secured, and construction on the new dock begin today,
Friday, March 6. Weather permitting, it is expected to be completed and open to the
public next Friday, March 13. Staff contact: Drew Huffman, Parks and Recreation
S. Farm to Table Camp – On Thursday, February 27, Denton Parks and Rec was awarded
the Texas Recreation and Parks Society Lone Star Program Award for the Farm to
Table Camp held at Denia Recreation Center last summer. Rec Center staff partnered
with Denton County Texas A&M AgriLife Family and Community Health Extension
Service to offer the Farm to Table half-day camp for 20 youth, ages 6 to 12.
This camp visually shared with campers the reality of where their food comes from and
how to prepare it for optimal nutrition. Each day of camp focused on a different food
group; grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and protein. Participants harvested from a
school garden, experienced a mobile dairy, and interacted with poultry and livestock.
Campers prepared food daily by using practical cooking skills that they can carry with
them throughout their lives. In addition to enriching twenty campers’ knowledge of
agriculture, health and wellness, eig ht preschoolers and seventy-two City of Denton
summer campers were invited to share in parts of the Farm to Table Camp.
Students at Denton Independent School District (DISD) Newton Rayzor Elementary
continue to expand their science knowledge by caring for the chickens that hatched
during camp. Our Daily Bread clients receive fresh eggs weekly from the Newton
Rayzor chickens. Denton County Master Wellness volunteers, Denton County Master
Gardener and Elm Fork Master Naturalist volunteers dedicated two hundr ed and
eighty-four recorded volunteer hours to help achieve a successful camp experience for
all. The City of Denton Farm to Table Camp was a true community program that
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enhanced many lives. Registration is now open at dentonparks.com for Summer 2020.
Pictures attached. Staff Contact: Caroline Seward, Parks and Recreation
T. Eureka 2 Donations – The Denton Parks Foundation (DPF) has line-item funding to
support maintenance and updates needed at Eureka 2 to keep the community
playground safe. In October 2019, t he spiral tube slide at Eureka 2 broke and became
unsafe for kids to play on. The replacement cost is $6,278, which DPF will fund. DPF
will also pay for a spinner replacement in March, which will cost $1,659.
Additionally, on the morning of January 4, Eureka 2 was vandalized. Park Maintenance
crews worked 35 hours to clean the playground and remove all of the graffiti. The cost
of damages was $2,000 including staff time, equipment, materials, and paint. DPF will
fund this cleanup. Furthermore, DPF will pay for the wood fiber surfacing that is
required this summer, which will cost $1,400.
In total, DPF will donate $11,337 towards the Eureka 2 playground for maintenance
and updates that are required to ensure all residents, young and old, are safe while they
play. Staff contact: Brooke Moore, Denton Parks Foundation via Gary Packan, Parks
and Recreation
U. Litter Cleanup – On Saturday, February 22, Keep Denton Beautiful volunteers cleaned
up litter at the site of a future neighborhood park near the Villages of Carmel
subdivision, located at Edwards and Swisher Roads. In three hours, 13 volunteers from
Adam’s Exterminating Co mpany collected 35 bags of trash, an estimated 525 pounds,
and a large number of illegally dumped items, including insulation and other home
construction materials. Staff Contact: Autumn Natalie, Keep Denton Beautiful
III. Upcoming Community Events and Meetings
A. Events
1. Great American Cleanup (GAC) – March 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at
Denton Civic Center and Quakertown Park, 321 E. McKinney St. Keep
Denton Beautiful (KDB) will host the 32nd Annual Great American Cleanup
(GAC), Denton’s largest, longest -running citywide litter cleanup. The
cleanup engages dedicated community members to remove trash and
recycling from our city’s streets, waterways, and public spaces. With 1,598
volunteers registered, KDB is looking for more volunteers to help us meet
their goal of 2,000 volunteers at this year’s GAC. Registration is available on
the KDB website, www.kdb.org/programs/cleanups/great -american-cleanup,
through March 10.
GAC begins at 9 a.m., with volunteers cleaning assigned locat ions citywide.
The network of cleanups will then be followed by a Volunteer Appreciation
Party at the Denton Civic Center/Quakertown Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Volunteers Free lunches for volunteers will be provided along with music,
face painting, photo booth, educational activity booths, kids’ bounce houses,
contest prizes, and more. Staff contact: Autumn Natalie, Keep Denton
Beautiful
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B. Community Meetings
1. Denton Police Substation Open House – Thursday, March 19 from 6 to 8
p.m. at Fire Station #7 (4102 Vintage Blvd.). Invitation is attached. Staff
contact: Ryan Adams, Public Affairs
2. Mobility Plan Public Meetings – Staff Contact: Pamela Alummoottil, Traffic
• Friday, March 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Denton Civic Center (321 E. McKinney St.)
• Tuesday, March 24 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Evers Park Elementary School (3300 Evers Pkwy.)
• Thursday, March 26 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Argyle United Methodist Church (9033 Fort Worth Dr.)
• Monday, March 30 from 6 to 8 p.m.
South Branch Library (3228 Teasley Ln.)
• Tuesday, March 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Patterson-Appleton Arts Center (400 E Hickory St.)
• Thursday, April 2 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Sprockets Bicycle Shop (231 W Hickory St.)
IV. Attachments
A. Economic Development Strategic Plan Flyer .................................................... 11
B. Denton Enterprise Airport Press Release........................................................... 12
V. Informal Staff Reports
A. 2020-021 January 2020 DEC Dashboard .......................................................... 13
B. 2020-022 Debt Summary .................................................................................. 15
C. 2020-023 HB 2840 Clarification ....................................................................... 46
VI. Council Information
A. Council Requests for Information .................................................................... 49
B. Council Calendar ............................................................................................. 50
C. Draft Agenda for March 17 ............................................................................... 53
D. Future Work Session Items .............................................................................. 62
E. Street Construction Report ............................................................................... 63
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CITY OF DENTON
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
Wednesday, March 18
6 p.m.
Denton Civic Center
321 E. McKinney St.
The City of Denton is hosting a community
workshop as part of the current economic
development strategic planning process that
will guide the city’s economic growth over the
next five years. We invite you to participate
in this collaborative planning process by
attending the workshop and sharing your
vision for Denton’s economic future.
Input received during the workshop will be
used to guide the development of the City’s
Economic Development Strategic Plan which
will be completed later this year.
The plan will include strategies and
recommendations regarding business
recruitment, retention, and expansion;
workforce development, education, and
training; areas for development and
redevelopment; and an actionable work plan
that guides the City’s economic development
processes in the future.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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AAAE Recognizes 129 Airports for Training Excellence
AAAE has recognized 129 airports with an ANTN Digicast
Excellence in Airport Training award for training completed in
2019.
An ANTN Digicast Excellence in Airport Training award
signifies that airport employees and others working at each facility have completed a specified
amount of federally mandated airport-specific and continuing education training using ANTN
Digicast’s web-based training system. The award levels are based on total training programs
watched and total number of employees trained at each airport. Levels vary based on the
airport’s hub size. Each winning airport is presented with a plaque marking the achievement.
“Digicast was created for airports as a cost-effective, efficient way to help them comply with
training requirements, and we’re encouraged that so many airports have made it an integral part
of their training programs,” said Patrick Raker, senior vice president of AAAE’s training and
technology services department. “The system is used by airports to train hundreds of thousands
of industry workers, and I’m eager to see that trend continue as planned enhancements in
training content and reporting are developed and released.”
Airports that subscribe to ANTN Digicast have unlimited access to the service’s 300-plus
training programs for all employees and tenants. Topics covered include operations, Aircraft
Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF), security, customer service, FAA-required recurrent training
and much more. ANTN Digicast training is designed for airport employees, as well as tenants,
such as airline workers and subcontractors who work at an airport.
Digicast programming is accessible online via any web-enabled device. Through the website,
airport administrators can assign training to their employees to ensure all training requirements
are completed by the due date. The system tracks training on a per-user basis, allowing airports
to demonstrate to regulators that their employees have completed required recurrent training.
For more information on ANTN Digicast, visit www.antndigicast.com.
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Date: 03/06/2020 Report No. 2020-021
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
FY 2019-20 Denton Energy Center (DEC) YTD January 2020 Dashboard
BACKGROUND:
Attached is the January 2020 FY 2019-20 Dashboard for the Denton Energy Center. The
dashboard is intended to give a snapshot of relevant DEC metrics. The dashboard highlights the
following:
The Emission Chart (based on calendar year) displays the January engine runtime hours,
starts, stops, monthly and annual emissions totals and limits.
DEC MWh Generation and Gross Revenue for FY 2019-20 through January 2020.
o The DEC ran 19,455 MWh less through January of FY 2019-20 compared to FY
2018-19. This resulted in $1 Million less in DEC Revenue.
A DEC financial summary showing January FY 2018-19 Actuals, FY 2019-20 Budget,
Actuals as of January 2020 and the FY2019-20 end of year projections.
o The FY 2019-20 year-end projections are equal to the FY 2019-20 budget
The Plant Monthly Run Hour Comparison Graph illustrates the monthly plant run times.
The Key Trends section explains variances in revenues and expenses.
o Due to running fewer hours in the through January 2020, fuel cost was
approximately $1 Million lower.
o The DEC Net Income was ($3.91) which is expected for the 1st Quarter of the
fiscal year.
o The DEC Gross Margin was $2.6 Million which is $1.8 Million higher than
budgeted due to higher DEC Revenue in October and November. (The Gross
Margin = DEC Revenue – Fuel cost –Variable Operating & Maintenance cost.)
Gross Margin represents the component of revenue available to pay fixed cost
including debt.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Denton Energy Center (DEC) Dashboard
STAFF CONTACTS:
Antonio Puente, Jr.
CFO/DME General Manager
(940) 349-8487
antonio.puente@cityofdenton.com
Nick Vincent
Assistant Director of Finance
(940) 349-8063
nicholas.vincent@cityofdenton.com
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City of Denton, Texas
FY 2019-20 Denton Energy Center
YTD January 2020 Dashboard
Key Trends
For the first four months of FY 2019-20, the DEC produced 19,455 MWh less than the same period of FY 2018-19. This
resulted in approximately $1 Million less in revenues and $2.8 Million more in total expenses for the same time period.
This increase was due to the annual debt service payment increasing from $10 M to $18 M in FY 19-20. As of January 31,
2020, expenditures exceed revenues by $3.91 Million which is expected for this period of the fiscal year.
Through January 2020 the DEC Gross Margin was $2.6 Million which is $1.8 Million higher than budgeted for the same
period (Gross Margin = DEC Revenue –Fuel Cost –Variable Operating & Maintenance Cost). This is due to higher revenue
in October and November than anticipated.
At this point in the fiscal year, FY 2019-20 year-end projections are equal to the FY 2019-20 budget.
Note: All dollar figures presented are in million of dollars.
Generation & Gross Revenues
Month Revenue MWh $/MWh
Oct-19 $2,043,727 16,344 $125.04
Nov-19 $1,152,356 16,168 $71.27
Dec-19 $126,950 2,159 $58.80
Jan-20 $239,366 2,671 $89.62
Total FY 2019-20 $3,562,399 37,342 $95.40
Emissions (Calendar Year)
January 2020
Description
Engine
Runtime
(hours)
Hot
Starts
Warm
Starts
Cold
Starts Stops Description
Nitrogen
Oxides
(NOx)
Carbon
Monoxide
(CO)
Volatile
Organic
Compound
(VOC)
Particulate
Matter<10
microns
(PM10)
Particulate
Matter<2.5
microns
(PM2.5)
Sulphur
Dioxide
(SO2)
Ammonia
(NH3)
Carbon Dioxide
Equivalents
(CO2e)
Engines (1-12)279 76 5 159 240
DEC Monthly Emissions Total (tons)1.19 1.19 0.69 0.34 0.34 0.01 0.04 1,361.00
DEC Annual Permit Limit Operations (tons)*29.78 93.52 48.16 69.72 69.72 1.45 60.90
Monthly Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 4.01%1.28%1.43%0.48%0.48%0.53%0.07%
Annual to Date Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 4.00%1.30%1.40%0.50%0.50%0.60%0.10%
*Operations Annual Limit accounts for Balance of Plant standard emissions
752
923
1,458 1,336
2,116
1,370
2,232
2,885
2,366
1,045
1,291
217 279
-
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
Run HoursOperating Month
Plant Monthly Run Hour Comparison
FY 2018-19 FY 2019-20 FY 2019-20 FY 2019-20
ACTUALS **BUDGET YTD PROJECTION
DEC REVENUE* $ 4.56 $ 25.07 $ 3.56 $ 25.07
EXPENDITURE SUMMARY
Energy Expense -Fuel $ 1.98 $ 12.48 $ 0.94 $ 12.48
Personal Services 0.52 2.22 0.58 2.22
Materials & Supplies 0.04 0.44 0.08 0.44
Maintenance & Repair 0.00 0.56 0.01 0.56
Insurance 0.00 0.50 0.01 0.50
Miscellaneous 0.00 ---
Operations 0.07 0.48 0.07 0.48
Debt Service -Principal 1.19 7.47 2.45 7.47
Debt Service -Interest 0.84 9.80 3.31 9.80
Interfund Transfers -0.05 0.02 0.05
Transfer to Capital Projects -0.02 -0.02
DEC EXPENDITURES $ 4.64 $ 34.02 $ 7.47 $ 34.02
$ -$ -$ -$ -
DEC NET INCOME $ (0.08)$ (8.95)$ (3.91)$ (8.95)
*Preliminary, Unaudited Figures
**Represents same period (4 months) as FY 2019-20 YTD for comparison purposes. Total Net
Income for FY 2018-19 was $14.22 M.
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Date: March 6, 2020 Report No. 2020-022
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Debt Summary Report of City’s outstanding debt
BACKGROUND:
Attached is the Debt Summary Report with principal and interest outstanding as of September
30, 2019. This report is prepared on an annual basis to provide residents and the public with a
comprehensive and easy to understand summary of the City’s debt profile. Additionally, this
report includes required information in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 140.008
(House Bill 1378).
The report provides a high level introduction to the types and uses of debt issued by the City as
well as the most recent bond ratings. Staff has differentiated between tax-supported and revenue-
supported debt to give the public a better understanding of which debt is paid for by property
taxes versus rate revenues. Furthermore, the report details the principal and interest for each
major service area of the City and provides two visual representations by dollar amount and
percentages.
On February 18, 2020 the City’s Audit/ Finance Committee reviewed the Debt Summary Report
and recommended that it be submitted to the full City Council for any additional feedback.
CONCLUSION:
If no feedback is received, Staff will post the report on the City’s website for the public on
Friday, March 13, 2020. The report is intended to be updated annually in conjunction with the
City’s fiscal year end.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Debt Summary Report as of September 30, 2019
STAFF CONTACT:
David Gaines, Director of Finance
(940)-349-8260
David.Gaines@cityofdenton.com
REQUESTOR:
Regular report
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Date: March 6, 2020 Report No. 2020-022
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Finance
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: The estimated amount of cumulative staff time to
complete the report is 6 hours.
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City of Denton
Debt Summary Report
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
Contact:
City of Denton Finance Department
Attn: David Gaines – Director of Finance
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton, Texas 76201
Email: DavidGaines@cityofdenton.com
Phone: 940-349-8260
Fax: 940-349-7206
Website: www.cityofdenton.com
Published: March 6, 2020
Disclaimer: Data provided in this report is as of the date of publication, constitutes existing long-
term debt obligations only, and has been prepared pursuant to Texas Local Government Code
140.008 (House Bill 1378). This report does not include forward looking statements nor does it
include debt that may be incurred in the future. Interested parties should refer to the City’s
audited financial statements and other disclosure documents when investing.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………. 3
CITY DEBT SECTION
Schedule – Total Annual Debt Service by Type of Debt…………………………………………....6
Bar & Pie Charts – Total Annual Debt Service by Type of Debt………………………………....... 7
Schedule – Tax Supported Debt Service…………………………………………………………… 8
Bar & Pie Charts – Tax Supported Debt Service…………………………………………………… 9
Schedule – Revenue Supported Debt Service………………………………………………………. 10
Bar & Pie Charts – Revenue Supported Debt Service……………………………………………… 11
Schedule – General Government Debt Service……………………………………………………...12
Bar & Pie Charts – General Government Debt Service………………………………………….…. 13
Schedule – Electric Debt Service…………………………………………………………………… 14
Bar & Pie Charts – Electric Debt Service…………………………………………………………... 15
Schedule – Water Debt Service…………………………………………………………………….. 16
Bar & Pie Charts – Water Debt Service…………………………………………………………….. 17
Schedule – Wastewater Debt Service………………………………………………………………. 18
Bar & Pie Charts – Wastewater Debt Service……………………………………………………….19
Schedule – Solid Waste Debt Service………………………………………………………………. 20
Bar & Pie Charts – Solid Waste Debt Service………………………………………………….…... 21
HOUSE BILL 1378 SECTION
Summary of Debt Obligations……………………………………………………………..……..….23
Individual Debt Obligations………………………………………………………………….…..….24
Glossary of Terms………………………………………………………………………….……..…30
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INTRODUCTION
This report is divided into two sections. The first section (City Debt) presents the City’s outstanding
debt by the manner in which the City intends to pay for such debt (tax-supported versus revenue-
supported). Additionally, this section provides a breakdown of the City’s outstanding debt by
purpose (i.e., General Government, Electric, Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste and Airport). The
second section (House Bill 1378) is intended to comply with reporting requirements pursuant to
Texas Local Government Code 140.008.
The City of Denton utilizes long-term debt to finance non-operating expenses, which may include
equipment, facilities, and the acquisition of land. Unlike the Federal Government, the City generally
issues debt for the purchase or construction of capital assets and infrastructure improvements, and
cannot issue debt to fund operating expenses or deficit spending. All debt issued by the City must be
approved by the Texas Attorney General’s Office prior to the final sale of the debt. Additional
information on the City’s outstanding debt including statistical comparisons and ratios can be found
in the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, which is located on the City’s website under
the Finance Department. (www.cityofdenton.com)
The City issues two types of long-term debt: General Obligation Debt and Revenue Bond Debt. The
City also differentiates between tax-supported and revenue-supported debt to provide the public with
a clear understanding of which debt will be paid by property taxes versus rate revenues. The
following table shows the latest bond ratings for each type of debt for which ratings are given:
Moody’s1 Standard & Poor’s Fitch
General Obligation Debt Aa1 AA+ AA+
Revenue Bond Debt2 Not Rated AA- A+
1Moody’s upgraded General Obligation Debt in June 2019. Moody’s has not rated a new a revenue bond debt issue since
2008, although surveillance ratings remain unchanged. All revenue bond debt previously rated by Moody’s has been
refunded or paid off.
2Ratings for the Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2017 which were originally rated in December 2016. Fitch rating
was affirmed in December 2019.
GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT:
The largest category of debt is General Obligation Debt. It consists of two categories of bonds:
General Obligation Bonds (GOs) and Certificates of Obligation (COs).
GOs are generally voter approved and backed by the full faith and credit of the City (property tax
pledge) and must be approved at an election. Voter approval may be granted during one of two
general election dates each year. GOs which are issued to refund outstanding debt do not require
voter approval. Under the City’s debt policy, GOs strive to have a final maturity of twenty (20)
years or less.
COs do not require voter approval and generally have a dual pledge of a specific City revenue source
as well and the full faith and credit of the City. Some examples of pledged City revenues are
electric, water, wastewater, and drainage revenues. Under the City’s debt policy, COs will strive to
have a final maturity of thirty (30) years or less. Historically, COs have mostly been issued with
twenty (20) year final maturities for general government purposes. In 2010, the City began issuing
COs not only for general government purposes which are repaid by property taxes, but also for utility
related projects of the City. The CO’s issued for utility purposes are repaid from the specific utility
fund for which the debt was issued. CO’s have a lower interest rate than revenue bonds, due to the
pledge of full faith and credit of the City. A portion of the interest savings to the City’s utilities
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through issuing CO’s (instead of revenue bonds) is being paid to the general government and placed
in the Street Improvement Fund.
REVENUE BOND DEBT:
The second category of debt is Revenue Bond Debt. This debt is secured by only a pledge of the
operating revenues of the City’s Electric, Water and Wastewater Funds (collectively known as the
“Utility System”) and not the full faith and credit of the City. Under the City’s debt policy, revenue
bonds will strive to have a final maturity of thirty (30) years or less. Historically, most revenue
bonds have been issued with a twenty (20) year final maturity. As of September 30, 2019, the City
only has the Utility System Revenue Bonds, Series 2017 outstanding.
OUTSTANDING DEBT:
The City’s total outstanding principal and interest as of September 30, 201 9 is shown in Table 1 on
page 6 of this report.
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CITY DEBT SECTION
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Principal Interest Total
GOs 254.19$ 55.90$ 310.09$
COs 498.45$ 222.08$ 720.53$
Revenue Bonds 214.89$ 110.47$ 325.36$
Total 967.53$ 388.45$ 1,355.98$
FY End Revenue
9-30 Tax Supported Revenue Supported Tax Supported Revenue Supported Bonds Total
2020 15,504,188$ 28,653,464$ 11,210,244$ 36,444,172$ 18,075,500$ 109,887,567$
2021 15,167,335 24,906,686 10,424,881 34,609,794 18,076,750 103,185,446
2022 14,257,092 22,245,367 9,645,494 33,379,056 18,073,125 97,600,134
2023 12,964,271 17,038,151 8,176,244 31,288,681 18,073,625 87,540,971
2024 12,422,512 14,676,694 7,340,594 30,912,482 18,077,000 83,429,281
2025 11,539,139 11,934,629 6,212,044 30,808,557 18,077,125 78,571,493
2026 10,898,846 4,896,300 6,048,206 30,693,907 18,073,500 70,610,759
2027 10,323,102 4,438,525 5,884,475 30,491,853 18,075,875 69,213,830
2028 8,842,240 3,152,100 5,435,469 30,136,228 18,077,375 65,643,411
2029 7,664,149 1,929,825 4,810,197 30,083,265 18,075,750 62,563,187
2030 7,667,158 1,933,575 4,653,269 30,182,283 18,074,625 62,510,909
2031 7,356,453 - 4,593,113 26,079,468 18,077,375 56,106,409
2032 7,177,619 - 4,569,900 24,245,069 18,077,375 54,069,963
2033 6,967,872 - 4,549,078 21,678,225 18,073,125 51,268,300
2034 6,683,359 - 3,952,900 18,454,719 18,077,750 47,168,728
2035 6,415,844 - 3,448,272 17,040,681 18,074,375 44,979,172
2036 4,831,847 - 3,222,200 16,142,131 18,076,125 42,272,303
2037 3,749,966 - 2,984,275 14,983,306 18,075,875 39,793,422
2038 2,613,828 - 2,398,163 14,942,281 - 19,954,272
2039 1,238,300 - 258,825 14,961,106 - 16,458,231
2040 - - - 14,155,556 - 14,155,556
2041 - - - 14,159,163 - 14,159,163
2042 - - - 14,155,319 - 14,155,319
2043 - - - 14,155,444 - 14,155,444
2044 - - - 14,150,238 - 14,150,238
2045 - - - 10,782,097 - 10,782,097
2046 - - - 6,919,544 - 6,919,544
2047 - - - 3,921,800 - 3,921,800
2048 - - - 376,650 - 376,650
2049 - - - 380,625 - 380,625
174,285,118$ 135,805,315$ 109,817,841$ 610,713,698$ 325,362,250$ 1,355,984,223$
Table 1 - Total Outstanding Debt (in millions) as of September 30, 2019
General Obligation Bonds (GOs)Certificates of Obligation (COs)
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - All Debt
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
22
Aa1
$-
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
202020212022202320242025202620272028202920302031203220332034203520362037203820392040204120422043204420452046204720482049MillionsTotal Annual Debt Service ($)
Revenue Bonds
CO - Revenue Supported
CO - Tax Supported
GO - Revenue Supported
GO - Tax Supported
12%
13%
5%
48%
22%
Total Annual Debt Service (%)
GO - Tax Supported
GO - Revenue Supported
CO - Tax Supported
CO - Revenue Supported
Revenue Bonds
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FY End General Obligation Bonds Certificates of Obligation
9-30 (GOs)(COs)Total
2020 15,504,188$ 11,210,244$ 26,714,431$
2021 15,167,335 10,424,881 25,592,216
2022 14,257,092 9,645,494 23,902,586
2023 12,964,271 8,176,244 21,140,514
2024 12,422,512 7,340,594 19,763,105
2025 11,539,139 6,212,044 17,751,182
2026 10,898,846 6,048,206 16,947,052
2027 10,323,102 5,884,475 16,207,577
2028 8,842,240 5,435,469 14,277,709
2029 7,664,149 4,810,197 12,474,346
2030 7,667,158 4,653,269 12,320,426
2031 7,356,453 4,593,113 11,949,566
2032 7,177,619 4,569,900 11,747,519
2033 6,967,872 4,549,078 11,516,950
2034 6,683,359 3,952,900 10,636,259
2035 6,415,844 3,448,272 9,864,116
2036 4,831,847 3,222,200 8,054,047
2037 3,749,966 2,984,275 6,734,241
2038 2,613,828 2,398,163 5,011,991
2039 1,238,300 258,825 1,497,125
174,285,118$ 109,817,841$ 284,102,959$
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - Tax Supported Debt
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
24
Aa1
$-
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
20202021202220232024202520262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039MillionsTax Supported Debt ($)
GO
CO
61%
39%
Tax Supported Debt (%)
GO
CO
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FY End General Obligation Bonds Certificates of Obligation Revenue
9-30 GOs COs Bonds Total
2020 28,653,464$ 36,444,172$ 18,075,500$ 83,173,136$
2021 24,906,686 34,609,794 18,076,750 77,593,230
2022 22,245,367 33,379,056 18,073,125 73,697,547
2023 17,038,151 31,288,681 18,073,625 66,400,457
2024 14,676,694 30,912,482 18,077,000 63,666,176
2025 11,934,629 30,808,557 18,077,125 60,820,311
2026 4,896,300 30,693,907 18,073,500 53,663,707
2027 4,438,525 30,491,853 18,075,875 53,006,253
2028 3,152,100 30,136,228 18,077,375 51,365,703
2029 1,929,825 30,083,265 18,075,750 50,088,840
2030 1,933,575 30,182,283 18,074,625 50,190,483
2031 - 26,079,468 18,077,375 44,156,843
2032 - 24,245,069 18,077,375 42,322,444
2033 - 21,678,225 18,073,125 39,751,350
2034 - 18,454,719 18,077,750 36,532,469
2035 - 17,040,681 18,074,375 35,115,056
2036 - 16,142,131 18,076,125 34,218,256
2037 - 14,983,306 18,075,875 33,059,181
2038 - 14,942,281 - 14,942,281
2039 - 14,961,106 - 14,961,106
2040 - 14,155,556 - 14,155,556
2041 - 14,159,163 - 14,159,163
2042 - 14,155,319 - 14,155,319
2043 - 14,155,444 - 14,155,444
2044 - 14,150,238 - 14,150,238
2045 - 10,782,097 - 10,782,097
2046 - 6,919,544 - 6,919,544
2047 - 3,921,800 - 3,921,800
2048 - 376,650 - 376,650
2049 - 380,625 - 380,625
135,805,315$ 610,713,698$ 325,362,250$ 1,071,881,263$
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - Revenue Supported Debt
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
26
Aa1
$-
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
202020212022202320242025202620272028202920302031203220332034203520362037203820392040204120422043204420452046204720482049MillionsRevenue Supported ($)
Revenue Bonds
CO
GO
13%
57%
30%
Revenue Supported (%)
GO
CO
Revenue Bonds
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FY End
9-30 General Airport Water Park Warehouse Total
2020 25,674,413$ 759,804$ 231,463$ 48,752$ 26,714,431$
2021 24,552,272 762,923 229,084 47,936 25,592,216
2022 22,896,536 724,659 232,027 49,364 23,902,586
2023 20,235,483 686,259 170,542 48,230 21,140,514
2024 18,901,783 690,672 170,650 - 19,763,105
2025 16,956,371 623,838 170,974 - 17,751,182
2026 16,156,713 619,913 170,426 - 16,947,052
2027 15,455,750 581,388 170,440 - 16,207,577
2028 13,523,104 583,875 170,730 - 14,277,709
2029 11,725,345 578,181 170,820 - 12,474,346
2030 11,567,188 582,581 170,657 - 12,320,426
2031 11,197,845 581,363 170,358 - 11,949,566
2032 10,992,380 584,484 170,655 - 11,747,519
2033 10,754,534 591,625 170,791 - 11,516,950
2034 10,010,244 455,150 170,866 - 10,636,259
2035 9,360,461 332,878 170,776 - 9,864,116
2036 7,582,462 332,563 139,022 - 8,054,047
2037 6,402,528 331,713 - - 6,734,241
2038 4,686,391 325,600 - - 5,011,991
2039 1,497,125 - - - 1,497,125
270,128,928$ 10,729,467$ 3,050,282$ 194,282$ 284,102,959$
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - General Government
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
28
;
$-
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
20202021202220232024202520262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039MillionsGeneral Government ($)
Airport
Warehouse
Water Park
General
0.1%1.1%3.8%
95.1%
General Government (%)
Warehouse
Water Park
Airport
General
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FY End General Obligation Bonds Certificates of Obligation Revenue
9-30 GOs COs Bonds Total
2020 13,914,082$ 22,376,476$ 18,075,500$ 54,366,058$
2021 13,164,825 22,336,364 18,076,750 53,577,939
2022 12,386,225 22,322,263 18,073,125 52,781,613
2023 10,841,125 22,327,163 18,073,625 51,241,913
2024 9,477,025 22,332,064 18,077,000 49,886,089
2025 6,782,750 22,321,114 18,077,125 47,180,989
2026 1,679,500 22,345,451 18,073,500 42,098,451
2027 1,355,250 22,384,431 18,075,875 41,815,556
2028 841,500 22,407,800 18,077,375 41,326,675
2029 - 22,403,813 18,075,750 40,479,563
2030 - 22,470,062 18,074,625 40,544,687
2031 - 19,917,256 18,077,375 37,994,631
2032 - 18,345,994 18,077,375 36,423,369
2033 - 16,759,322 18,073,125 34,832,447
2034 - 14,030,500 18,077,750 32,108,250
2035 - 14,040,406 18,074,375 32,114,781
2036 - 14,068,881 18,076,125 32,145,006
2037 - 14,092,681 18,075,875 32,168,556
2038 - 14,121,206 - 14,121,206
2039 - 14,138,956 - 14,138,956
2040 - 14,155,556 - 14,155,556
2041 - 14,159,163 - 14,159,163
2042 - 14,155,319 - 14,155,319
2043 - 14,155,444 - 14,155,444
2044 - 14,150,238 - 14,150,238
2045 - 10,782,097 - 10,782,097
2046 - 6,919,544 - 6,919,544
2047 - 3,921,800 - 3,921,800
2048 - 376,650 - 376,650
2049 - 380,625 - 380,625
70,442,282$ 478,698,635$ 325,362,250$ 874,503,167$
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - Electric
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
30
Aa1
$-
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
$60
202020212022202320242025202620272028202920302031203220332034203520362037203820392040204120422043204420452046204720482049MillionsElectric ($)
Revenue Bonds
CO
GO
8%
55%
37%
Electric (%)
GO
CO
Revenue Bonds
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FY End General Obligation Bonds Certificates of Obligation Revenue
9-30 GOs COs Bonds Total
2020 9,977,800$ 2,901,220$ - 12,879,020$
2021 8,167,800 2,896,406 - 11,064,206
2022 6,980,175 2,904,306 - 9,884,481
2023 4,703,800 2,906,206 - 7,610,006
2024 4,779,775 2,913,531 - 7,693,306
2025 4,793,250 2,908,931 - 7,702,181
2026 2,917,375 2,927,131 - 5,844,506
2027 2,917,875 2,933,015 - 5,850,890
2028 2,254,500 2,935,862 - 5,190,362
2029 1,929,825 2,926,900 - 4,856,725
2030 1,933,575 2,943,531 - 4,877,106
2031 - 1,957,006 - 1,957,006
2032 - 1,960,000 - 1,960,000
2033 - 1,521,438 - 1,521,438
2034 - 1,518,438 - 1,518,438
2035 - 890,075 - 890,075
2036 - 686,550 - 686,550
2037 193,950 193,950
2038 193,475 193,475
2039 192,850 192,850
51,355,750$ 41,210,818$ -$ 92,566,568$
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - Water
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
32
Aa1
$-
$2
$4
$6
$8
$10
$12
$14
20202021202220232024202520262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039MillionsWater ($)
CO
GO
55%
45%
Water (%)
GO
CO
33
FY End General Obligation Bonds Certificates of Obligation Revenue
9-30 GOs COs Bonds Total
2020 4,053,113$ 3,425,463$ - 7,478,576$
2021 2,875,925 3,106,962 - 5,982,887
2022 2,250,875 3,006,712 - 5,257,587
2023 1,071,125 3,001,512 - 4,072,637
2024 - 2,996,062 - 2,996,062
2025 - 2,992,012 - 2,992,012
2026 - 2,998,962 - 2,998,962
2027 - 2,998,162 - 2,998,162
2028 - 3,009,987 - 3,009,987
2029 - 2,966,237 - 2,966,237
2030 - 2,977,484 - 2,977,484
2031 - 2,647,062 - 2,647,062
2032 - 2,644,519 - 2,644,519
2033 - 2,141,159 - 2,141,159
2034 - 1,777,450 - 1,777,450
2035 - 1,323,400 - 1,323,400
2036 - 850,925 - 850,925
2037 - 630,375 - 630,375
2038 - 627,600 - 627,600
2039 - 629,300 - 629,300
10,251,038$ 46,751,346$ -$ 57,002,383$
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - Wastewater
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
34
Aa1
$-
$1
$2
$3
$4
$5
$6
$7
$8
20202021202220232024202520262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039MillionsWastewater ($)
CO
GO
18%
82%
Wastewater (%)
GO
CO
35
FY End General Obligation Bonds Certificates of Obligation Revenue
9-30 GOs COs Bonds Total
2020 708,469$ 7,741,013$ - 8,449,482$
2021 698,136 6,270,063 - 6,968,199
2022 628,092 5,145,776 - 5,773,867
2023 422,101 3,053,801 - 3,475,902
2024 419,894 2,670,826 - 3,090,719
2025 358,629 2,586,501 - 2,945,129
2026 299,425 2,422,363 - 2,721,788
2027 165,400 2,176,244 - 2,341,644
2028 56,100 1,782,579 - 1,838,679
2029 - 1,786,316 - 1,786,316
2030 - 1,791,207 - 1,791,207
2031 - 1,558,144 - 1,558,144
2032 - 1,294,556 - 1,294,556
2033 - 1,256,306 - 1,256,306
2034 - 1,128,331 - 1,128,331
2035 - 786,800 - 786,800
2036 - 535,775 - 535,775
2037 - 66,300 - 66,300
3,756,246$ 44,052,900$ -$ 47,809,145$
City of Denton
Total Annual Debt Service (Principal & Interest) - Solid Waste
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
36
Aa1
$-
$1
$2
$3
$4
$5
$6
$7
$8
$9
202020212022202320242025202620272028202920302031203220332034203520362037MillionsSolid Waste ($)
CO
GO
8%
92%
Solid Waste (%)
GO
CO
37
HOUSE BILL 1378 SECTION
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TOTAL TAX-SUPPORTED AND REVENUE DEBT HB 1378 Calculation (1)City Calculation (2)
Total Authorized Debt Obligations 982,195,000$ 982,195,000$
Total Principal Of All Outstanding Debt Obligations 967,530,000$ 967,530,000$
Combined Principal And Interest Required To Pay All Outstanding Debt Obligations On Time And
In Full 1,355,984,223$ 1,355,984,223$
TOTAL DEBT SECURED BY AD VALOREM TAXATION
Total Authorized Debt Obligations Secured By Ad Valorem Taxation 982,195,000$ 233,732,956$
Total Principal Of All Outstanding Debt Obligations Secured By Ad Valorem Taxation 967,530,000$ 219,067,956$
Combined Principal And Interest Required To Pay All Outstanding Debt Obligations Secured By Ad
Valorem Taxation On Time And In Full 1,355,984,223$ 284,102,959$
PER CAPITA TOTAL DEBT SECURED BY AD VALOREM TAXATION
Total Authorized Debt Obligations Secured By Ad Valorem Taxation Expressed As A Per Capita
Amount 7,173$ 1,707$
Total Principal Of Outstanding Debt Obligations Secured By Ad Valorem Taxation As A Per Capita
Amount 7,066$ 1,600$
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Combined Principal And Interest Required To Pay All Outstanding Debt Obligations Secured By Ad
Valorem Taxation On Time And In Full As A Per Capita Amount 9,903$ 2,075$
Population Total Used To Calculate Per Capita Figures 136,927 136,927
Source And Year of Data Used To Calculate Per Capita Figures City of Denton Planning
Department, 2019
City of Denton Planning
Department, 2019
City of Denton
Summary of Debt Obligations
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
(1) For all "Authorized Debt Obligations" amounts and calculations, the City has included all voted but unissued amounts and all amounts of debt that were authorized by
the City Council to be issued, but, as of the end of the fiscal year remained unissued, as well as all outstanding debt as of the end of the fiscal year.
(2) City Calculation excludes general obligation debt issued for Enterprise Funds (Electric, Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste) since the City has paid that debt with
revenues from each respective fund. General obligation debt is issued with a limited pledge of Utility System revenue for this purpose.
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Outstanding Debt Principal Principal Combined Final Maturity Secured By Total Proceeds Proceeds Proceeds Official Stated
Obligations Issued Outstanding Principal & Interest Date Ad Valorem Taxes Received Spent Unspent Purpose Moody's S&P Fitch
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2007A
7,065,000.00$ -$ -$ February 15, 2017 Yes 7,131,492.75$ 6,697,794.39$ 433,698.36$ Proceeds from the sale of the Certificates will be used for improvements to
the City's drainage and storm sewer systems and acquisition of related
equipment;and also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the City's
contractual obligations for professional services,including engineers,
architects,attorneys,map makers,auditors,and financial advisors,in
connection with said Certificates.
Aa2 AA+Not Rated
General Obligations Bonds,
Series 2008
7,300,000.00$ -$ -$ February 15, 2018 Yes 7,400,580.31$ 7,389,414.79$ 11,165.52$ Proceeds from the sale of the Bonds will be used (a)for various street
improvements,senior center improvements and park land acquisitions and
improvements, and (b) to pay the costs of issuing the Bonds.
Aa2 AA+Not Rated
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2008
10,685,000.00$ -$ -$ February 15, 2018 Yes 10,746,326.08$ 10,746,326.08$ -$ Proceeds from the sale of the Certificates will be used for (a)acquisition of
land for,and design,construction and equipping of,a public safety radio
antenna;(b)renovations and improvements to,and equipping of,existing
municipal facilities,including City Hall East and City libraries;(c)
improvements to the City's solid waste disposal system and acquisition of
related equipment;(d)acquisition of land for,and design,construction and
equipping of,animal shelter;(e)acquisition of vehicles and equipment for the
City's motor pool;and (f)acquisition of land for and improvements to
municipal parks;and also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the
City's contractual obligations for professional services,inlcluding engineers,
architects,attorneys,map makers,auditors and financial advisors,in
connection with the preparation of the City's master plan for downtown
improvements, and with said Certficates of Obligation.
Aa2 AA+Not Rated
City of Denton
Individual Debt Obligations
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
Current Credit Rating
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Outstanding Debt Principal Principal Combined Final Maturity Secured By Total Proceeds Proceeds Proceeds Official Stated
Obligations Issued Outstanding Principal & Interest Date Ad Valorem Taxes Received Spent Unspent Purpose Moody's S&P Fitch
City of Denton
Individual Debt Obligations
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
Current Credit Rating
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2013
63,520,000.00$ 43,505,000.00$ 54,547,950.31$ February 15, 2033 Yes 67,807,600.00$ 67,807,600.00$ -$ Proceeds from the sale of the Certificates will be used for (a)acquisition of
vehicles and equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and
equipping additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's
solid waste disposal system,including the acquisition of land for the City
landfill;(b)renovations to,and equipping of,existing municipal buildings,
including the acquisition and installation of replacement heating,venting and
air conditioning equipment,roofing and flooring;(c)acquisition of vehicles
and equipment for the fire,police,building inspections,animal services,
streets and traffic control,facilities management,and parks and recreation
departments;(d)constructing and improving streets,including installation of
traffic signals;(e)acquisition ofland for the municipal airport;(t)acquiring,
constructing,installing and equipping a public safety training facility;(g)
acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping additions,extensions,
renovations and improvements to existing fire stations,(h)acquiring,
constructing,installing and equipping two animal shelters;(i)acquisition of
equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping
additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's
waterworks and sewer system;and G)acquisition of equipment for,and
acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping additions,extensions,
renovations and improvements to,the City's electric light and power system;
and also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the City's contractual
obligations for professional services,including engineers,architects,
attomeys,map makers,auditors,and financial advisors,in connection with
said projects and said Certificates.
Not Rated AA+AA+
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2014
89,180,000.00$ 74,060,000.00$ 111,069,343.75$ February 15, 2044 Yes 93,781,044.89$ 88,215,971.18$ 5,565,073.71$ Proceeds of the sale of the Certificates will be used (a)acquisition of vehicles
and equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping
additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's solid
waste disposal system,including the acquisition of land for the City landfill;
(b)renovations to,and equipping of,existing municipal buildings,including
the acquisition and installation of replacement heating,venting and air
conditioning equipment,roofing and flooring;(c)acquisition of vehicles and
equipment for the fire,police,building inspections,animal services,streets
and traffic control,facilities management,and parks and recreation
departments;(d)constructing and improving streets,including installation of
traffic signals;(e)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping hangars
for the municipal airport;(f)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping
additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to the Civic Center
Pool facilities;(g)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping
replacement facility for Fire Station Number 2,including related site
preparation;(h)acquisition of equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,
installing and equipping additions,extensions,renovations and improvements
to,the City's waterworks and sewer system;(i)acquisition of equipment for,
and acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping additions,extensions,
renovations and improvements to,the City's electric light and power system;
and also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the City's contractual
obligations for professional services,including engineers,architects,
attorneys,map makers,auditors,and financial advisors,in connection with
said projects and said Certificates.
Not Rated AA+AA+
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Outstanding Debt Principal Principal Combined Final Maturity Secured By Total Proceeds Proceeds Proceeds Official Stated
Obligations Issued Outstanding Principal & Interest Date Ad Valorem Taxes Received Spent Unspent Purpose Moody's S&P Fitch
City of Denton
Individual Debt Obligations
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
Current Credit Rating
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2015
93,015,000.00$ 78,685,000.00$ 123,149,679.00$ February 15, 2045 Yes 97,983,335.00$ 92,653,678.00$ 5,329,657.00$ Proceeds of the sale of the Certificates will be used (a)acquisition of vehicles
and equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping
additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's solid
waste disposal system,including the acquisition of land for the City landfill;
(b)renovations to,and equipping of,existing municipal buildings,including
the acquisition and installation of replacement heating,venting and air
conditioning equipment,oofing and flooring;(c)acquisition of vehicles and
equipment for the fire,police,building inspections,animal services,streets
and traffic control,facilities management,and parks and recreation
departments;(d)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping parking
facilities;(e)acquisition of land and buildings to be used for administration
facilities and/or park purposes;(f)acquiring,onstructing,installing and
equipping additions,extensions,enovations and improvements to the Civic
Center Pool facilities;and (g)acquiring,constructing,installing and
equipping replacement facility for Fire Station Number 2,including related
site preparation,and acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping a new
fire tation,including the acquisition of land therefor;(h)acquisition of
vehicles and equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and
equipping additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's
waterworks and sewer system;and (i)acquisition of equipment for,and
acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping additions,extensions,
renovations and improvements to,the City's electric light and power system,
and also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the City's contractual
obligations for professional services,including engineers,architects,
attorneys,map makers,auditors,and financial advisors,in connection with
said projects and said Certificates.
Not Rated AA+AA+
General Obligation
Refunding and
Improvement Bonds, Series
2015
37,640,000.00$ 31,430,000.00$ 39,739,808.00$ February 15, 2035 Yes 23,013,424.58$ 20,832,654.38$ 2,180,770.20$ Proceeds of the Bonds are expected to be used (i)to refund certain
outstanding obligations of the City for debt service savings;(ii)for street
improvements,public safety facilities improvements,stormwater drainage
and flood control improvements,and park system improvements,and (iii)to
pay the costs associated with the issuance of the Bonds.
Not Rated AA+AA+
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Outstanding Debt Principal Principal Combined Final Maturity Secured By Total Proceeds Proceeds Proceeds Official Stated
Obligations Issued Outstanding Principal & Interest Date Ad Valorem Taxes Received Spent Unspent Purpose Moody's S&P Fitch
City of Denton
Individual Debt Obligations
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
Current Credit Rating
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2016
83,305,000.00$ 73,890,000.00$ 111,585,759.63$ February 15, 2046 Yes 92,340,554.08$ 80,935,881.54$ 11,404,672.54$ Proceeds from the sale of the Certificates will be used (a)acquisition of
vehicles and equipment for,and acquiring,constructing ,installing and
equipping additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's
solid waste disposal system,including the acquisition of land for the City
landfill;(b)renovations to,and equipping of,existing municipal buildings,
including the acquisition and installation of replacement heating,venting and
air conditioning equipment,roofing and flooring;(c)acquisition of vehicles
and equipment for the fire,police,building inspections,community
improvement services ,animal services,streets and traffic control ,facilities
management,and parks and recreation departments;(d)acquiring ,
constructing ,installing and equipping additions,extensions,renovations and
improvements to parking facilities;(e)constructing and improving streets,
including landscaping,drainage,utility line relocations and the acquisition of
land and rights-of-way therefor;(f)acquiring,constructing,installing and
equipping a new fire training facility;and (g)acquisition of land for a new
fire station;(h)acquisition of vehicles and equipment for,and acquiring,
constructing ,installing and equipping additions,extensions,renovations and
improvements to,the City's waterworks and sewer system;and (i)acquisition
of equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping
additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's electric
light and power system,and also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of
the City's contractual obligations for professional services,including
engineers,architects,attorneys,map makers,auditors ,and financial
advisors, in connection with said projects and said Certificates.
Not Rated AA+AA+
General Obligation
Refunding and
Improvement Bonds, Series
2016
28,930,000.00$ 25,840,000.00$ 32,678,575.00$ February 15, 2036 Yes 16,915,296.52$ 15,276,921.23$ 1,638,375.29$ Proceeds of the Bonds are expected to be used (i)to refimd certain
outstanding obligations of the City for debt service savings;(ii)for street
improvements,public safety facilities improvements,stormwater drainage
and flood control improvements,and park system improvements ,and (iii)to
pay the costs associated with the issuance of the Bonds.
Not Rated AA+AA+
Utility System Revenue
Bonds, Series 2017
214,890,000.00$ 214,890,000.00$ 325,362,250.00$ December 1, 2037 No 246,164,298.03$ 232,699,710.19$ 13,464,587.84$ Proceeds from the sale of the Series 2017 Bonds will be used to (a)acquire
and construct additions and improvements to the City's electric light and
power system including new quick start peak power generation facilities;(b)
fund capitalized interest on the Series 2017 Bonds;and (c)pay the costs of
issuance in connection with the issuance of the Series 2017 Bonds.
Not Rated AA-A+
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Outstanding Debt Principal Principal Combined Final Maturity Secured By Total Proceeds Proceeds Proceeds Official Stated
Obligations Issued Outstanding Principal & Interest Date Ad Valorem Taxes Received Spent Unspent Purpose Moody's S&P Fitch
City of Denton
Individual Debt Obligations
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
Current Credit Rating
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2017
90,800,000.00$ 82,150,000.00$ 127,576,200.00$ February 15, 2047 Yes 98,365,003.11$ 59,585,741.56$ 38,779,261.55$ Proceeds from the sale of the Certificates will be used for (a)acquisition of
vehicles and equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and
equipping additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's
solid waste disposal system;(b)renovations to,and equipping of,existing
municipal buildings,including the acquisition and installation of replacement
heating,venting and air conditioning equipment,roofing and flooring;(c)
acquisition of vehicles and equipment for the fire,police,building
inspections,community improvement services,animal services,streets and
traffic control,facilities management,and parks and recreation departments;
(d)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping additions,extensions,
renovations and improvements to parking facilities;(e)constructing and
improving streets,including landscaping,drainage,utility line relocations and
the acquisition of land and rights-of-way therefor;(f)acquisition of
equipment for,and acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping
additions,extensions,renovations and improvements to,the City's electric
light and power system;and also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of
the City's contractual obligations for professional services,including
engineers,architects,attorneys,map makers,auditors,and financial advisors,
in connection with said projects and said Certificates.
Not Rated AA+AA+
General Obligation
Refunding and
Improvement Bonds, Series
2017
29,105,000.00$ 21,425,000.00$ 26,881,578.33$ February 15, 2037 Yes 17,294,870.71$ 1,755,362.38$ 15,539,508.33$ Proceeds of the Bonds are expected to be used (i)to refund certain
outstanding obligations of the City described on Schedule I attached hereto
(the "Refunded Obligations")for debt service savings;(ii)for street
improvements and public safety facilities improvements,and (iii)to pay the
costs associated with the issuance of the Bonds.
Not Rated AA+AA+
General Obligation Bonds,
Series 2018
19,235,000.00$ 18,695,000.00$ 26,038,862.91$ February 15, 2038 Yes 19,871,127.54$ -$ 19,871,127.54$ Proceeds of the Bonds are expected to be used (i)street improvements,
storm water drainage and flood control improvements,and park system
improvements;and (ii)to pay the costs associated with the issuance of the
Bonds.
Not Rated AA+AA+
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2018
9,555,000.00$ 8,740,000.00$ 11,136,587.56$ February 15, 2038 Yes 10,020,369.57$ 5,295,894.14$ 4,724,475.43$ Proceeds will be used for (a)renovations to,and equipping of,existing
municipal buildings,including the acquisition and installation of replacement
heating,venting and air conditioning equipment,roofing and flooring;(b)
acquisition of vehicles and equipment for the fire,police,building
inspections,community improvement services,animal services,streets and
traffic control,facilities management,and parks and recreation departments;
(c)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping additions,extensions,
renovations and improvements to runways and taxiways at the municipal
airport;and (d)acquiring,constructing,renovating,installing and equipping
fire stations,including the acquisition of land therefor:and also for the
purpose of paying all or a portion of the City's contractual obligations for
professional services,including engineers,architects,attorneys,map makers,
auditors,and financial advisors,in connection with said projects and the
Certificates (see "Plan of Financing").
Not Rated AA+AA+
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Outstanding Debt Principal Principal Combined Final Maturity Secured By Total Proceeds Proceeds Proceeds Official Stated
Obligations Issued Outstanding Principal & Interest Date Ad Valorem Taxes Received Spent Unspent Purpose Moody's S&P Fitch
City of Denton
Individual Debt Obligations
Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2019
Current Credit Rating
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2018A
29,545,000.00$ 28,250,000.00$ 39,684,540.78$ February 15, 2038 Yes 31,802,096.74$ 5,461,253.23$ 26,340,843.51$ Proceeds from the sale of the Certificates will be used for (a)renovating,
constructing,expanding,improving and equipping existing municipal service
center building;(b)constructing and improving streets,including
landscaping,drainage,utility line relocations and the acquisition of land and
rights-of-way therefor;(c)constructing,reconstructing and improving
vehicle roadways at the municipal airport;(d)acquiring,constructing,
installing and equipping fire stations,including the acquisition of land
therefor;(e)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping a public safety
facility for the police department,including the acquisition of land therefor;
(acquiring and installing a radio communications system for the City;and
also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the City's contractual
obligations for professional services,including engineers,architects,
attorneys, map makers, auditors, and financial advisors.
Not Rated AA+AA+
General Obligation
Refunding & Improvement
Bonds, Series 2019
44,340,000.00$ 44,340,000.00$ 54,821,081.96$ February 15, 2039 Yes 48,176,707.02$ 28,738,853.14$ 19,437,853.88$ (i)up to $28,620,000 for the public purpose of refunding the Refunded
Obligations,(ii)for the purpose of the acquisition of property and making
improvements for public purposes in said Issuer,to wit:(A)$14,580,000 for
street improvements,(B)$705,000 for stormwater drainage and flood
control improvements, and (C) $4,085,000 for park system improvements.
Not Rated AA+AA+
Certificates of Obligation,
Series 2019
28,755,000.00$ 28,755,000.00$ 39,301,427.80$ February 15, 2049 Yes 30,516,238.82$ 1,270,553.31$ 29,245,685.51$ Proceeds will be used for acquisition of equipment for,and acquiring,
constructing,installing and equipping additions,extensions,renovations and
improvements to,the (a)Issuer's waterworks system;(b)Issuer's
wastewater system;and (c)the Issuer's electric light and power system;and
also for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the Issuer's contractual
obligations for professional services,including engineers,architects,
attorneys,map makers,auditors,and financial advisors,in connection with
said projects and said Certificates of Obligation;and up to $10,110,000 in
principal amount for the purpose of:renovations to,and equipping of,
existing municipal buildings,(a)including the acquisition and installation of
replacement heating,venting and air conditioning equipment,roofing and
flooring;(b)acquisition of vehicles and equipment for the fire,police,
building inspections,community improvement services,animal services,
streets and traffic control,facilities management,and parks and recreation
departments;(c)constructing and improving streets,including landscaping,
drainage,utility line relocations and the acquisition of land and rights-of-way
therefor;(d)acquiring,constructing,installing and equipping a public safety
facility for the police department,including the acquisition of land therefor;
(e)acquiring,extending,constructing,renovating,improving and equipping
parking facilities,including the acquisition of land therefor;and (f)
acquisition and installation of technology equipment including computer
equipment and software for various municipal departments;and also for the
purpose of paying all or a portion of the Issuer's contractual obligations for
professional services,including engineers,architects,attorneys,map makers,
auditors,and financial advisors,in connection with said projects and said
Certificates of Obligation.
Not Rated AA+AA+
TOTAL 886,865,000.00$ 774,655,000.00$ 1,123,573,645.03$ 919,330,365.75$ 725,363,609.54$ 193,966,756.21$
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Date: March 6, 2020 Report No. 2020-023
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Allegations of La’Shadion Shemwell regarding application of House Bill 2840/Texas Government
Code §551.007 to City of Denton Meetings.
BACKGROUND:
During the March 3 City Council Meeting, La’Shadion Shemwell, speaking off-topic during the
first Public Hearing item1, alleged that limiting the number of speakers during Section 2
(Presentation from Members of the Public) of the agenda is contrary to state law. Mr. Shemwell
further stated that he would file complaints with the Texas Ethics Commission regarding the
alleged violation.
Mr. Shemwell’s allegation has no basis in law or fact. While he did not specifically reference
which Texas law on which he relied during his recorded comments, he referenced House Bill 2840
in conversation with the City Attorney.
House Bill 2840 was codified as Section 551.007 of the Texas Government Code, effective
September 1, 2019. Council received an informal staff report on August 9, 2019, regarding the
effect of the bill. Some of that information is repeated below for convenience.
DISCUSSION:
Mr. Shemwell argued that the City cannot limit the numb er of speakers who have signed up to
speak before Council on any topic. There is no law supporting this argument. The closest law on
point is Texas Government Code §551.007; however, this law has specific requirements and
application.
Government Code §551.007 provides in pertinent part that:
1. a governmental body shall allow each member of the public who desires to address the
body regarding an item on an agenda for an open meeting of the body to address the body
regarding the item at the meeting before or during the body’s consideration of the item;
2. a governmental body may adopt reasonable rules regarding the public’s right to address the
body; and
3. a governmental body may not prohibit public criticism of the governmental body, including
criticism of any act, omission, policy, procedure, program, or service, unless the public
criticism is otherwise prohibited by law.
Addressing the Government Body
The newly adopted §551.007(b) provides that “[a] governmental body shall allow each member of
the public who desires to address the body regarding an item on an agenda for an open meeting
of the body to address the body regarding the item at the meeting before or during the body’s
consideration of the item” (emphasis added).
1 Item Z19-0014c: Regarding a change in zoning for the property at 311 Jannie Street.
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First, the item must be on the agenda. By its definition, the public comment and “Open
Microphone” section of the agenda is for topics/items not already on the agenda.
Second, the provision applies to items that are before the governmental body’s “consideration.”
The Texas legislature specifically did not apply this to all items “deliberated” by the body.
Therefore, the provision applies only to items on which the City Council will take a formal action,
not Work Session items or “Open Mic” speakers. This is supported by the House Bill 2840 Bill
Analysis and intent of the Bill’s author: the bill’s purpose was to specifically increase “access to
the decision-making process by providing for public comment before and during the consideration
of each item on the meeting agenda” (emphasis added). Talking points on the House Floor before
adoption of the Bill indicate the intent was the address those cities that only allow public comme nt
at the end of the Council meeting. Further remarks also state that the intent was “to allow the
public to testify on every actionable item” (emphasis added). This interpretation aligns with that
of other cities, including Dallas and Fort Worth.
Reasonable Rules
While the City of Denton Code of Ordinances 2-29(f)(4) restricts the presentation from members
of the public to seven (7) speakers, however achieved between those speakers who previously
registered and the “Open Mic” section, this provision is also permissible under §551.007. As
stated above, because this section of the agenda is for the public to address Council related to items
not on the agenda and not set for action at the meeting, a limitation as currently imposed is allowed.
Public Criticism
Current ordinances and practices do not prohibit the public criticism of the governmental body.
Citizens are certainly welcome to address Council regarding criticisms not related to agenda items
during the public comment section of the agenda discussed above.
CONCLUSION:
The City of Denton City Council Rules of Procedure (Code of Ordinances 2 -29) are in compliance
with state law, including Government Code 551.007. Specifically, the City does not limit the
number of speakers on actionable items on the meeting agenda. Mr. Shemwell’s allegation of a
violation of law is unfounded.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Texas Government Code §551.007
STAFF CONTACT:
Aaron Leal
City Attorney
(940) 349-8333
Aaron.Leal@cityofdenton.com
Trey Lansford
Deputy City Attorney
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(940) 349-8333
Trey.Lansford@cityofdenton.com
REQUESTOR:
Staff Initiated
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Legal
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Council Requests for InformationCouncil Member Requestor DateService RequestSummary of RequestStaff AssignedDepartmentComments1Council 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!EstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report2Council Member Meltzer01/13/20ClarificationWill staff prepare a report detailing the total amounts of PM 10 and PM2.5 emissions currently allowed by permit to entities in the City?BanksRequest will be presented during an upcoming PendingRequest work session3Council Member Briggs02/03/20PolicyWould like to request council discuss a citywide public health study.http://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Health/Info_to_Post/HealthReport-linked.pdf Like thisMendozaCity Manager's OfficeRequest will be presented during an upcoming PendingRequest work session4Council Member Armintor02/09/20Service Request(1) Can staff explore the possibility of a temporary restriction on parkingon the mailbox side of Lattimore until sidewalks can be constructed onthat side of the street? Even with the USPS door delivery option forseniors and people with disabilities, until sidewalks can be constructedthe best option for general neighborhood accessibility for residents withdisabilities and senior residents might be restricting parking on one side(indicated with paint). (2) Can someone please let me know which otherresidential Denton streets besides Lattimore are lacking both sidewalksand USPS door service (i.e. lacking both at the same time, not just oneor the other)?EstesCapital ProjectsRequest will be presented during an upcoming PendingRequest work session5Council Member Briggs02/22/20Service RequestWill staff look into crosswalk concern at Montecito near White Dove?EstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in future Friday Report6Council Member Meltzer02/28/20Service RequestIs there any reason we couldn’t relocate the Cupboard recycling centerto the big Daybreak property the city just bought downtown?BoernerSolid Waste & RecyclingInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report7Council Member Briggs02/29/20PolicyThis is my official response of objection about not replacing theCupboard recycling center. Not sure how else to do it after reading thestaff report. We are constantly removing ways for our residents torecycle and not replacing them or creating other ways to do it. This ismore discussion in my opinion. Thank you.BoernerSolid Waste & RecyclingInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report8Council Member Briggs02/29/20Service RequestCan we get changing stations in both the women's and men's bathroomsat south lakes park?PackanParks and RecreationInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report9Council Member Meltzer03/01/20Can I get a map showing the proposed route for the Gander Roadextension?EstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in future Friday Report10Council Member Armintor03/01/20PolicyTodd & Sarah: Since the Cupboard parking lot was a good location forso many people, why can't we have a replacement recycling centernearby at the new Development Building site in the parking lot, designedto reduce contamination?BoernerSolid Waste & RecyclingInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report11Council Member Armintor03/02/20Can CIS check on the the two houses on the west side of Mockingbirdjust south of the railroad tracks and north of Audra. Both are abandonedwith broken windows.ShawCommunity ServicesInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report12Council Member Briggs03/02/20Service RequestCan staff review the no parking in front of Strickland Middle School?JahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report13Council Member Briggs03/02/20ClarificationHow many developments do we have left that fall under our old treecodeMcDonaldDevelopment ServicesInformation will be provided in future Friday Report14Council Member Briggs03/02/20Service RequestCan staff check on the fiber line that was cut during sidewalkconstruction on Dunes Place?KremerPublic WorksInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report15Council Member Briggs03/03/20Service RequestWill staff provide wreck data since the intersection of Dallas Drive & I-35reopened? If necessary, can we review the safety measures that shouldbe installed along with TxDOT?DixonPolice DepartmentInformation will be provided in the March 6 Friday Report16Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth03/03/20PolicyCan staff work with Pleasant Grove Church about their signage? McDonaldDevelopment ServicesInformation will be provided in future Friday Report17Council Member Briggs03/03/20Service RequestCan staff follow up on the stop sign request on Ryan Road at theentrance to the Good Samaritan Village?JahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in future Friday Report18Council Member Armintor03/03/20PolicyWould like a work session on passing an "Engine Braking Prohibited"ordinance in Denton.KuechlerCity Manager's OfficeInformation will be provided in future Friday Report19Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth03/04/20Service RequestCan staff check on the fire hydrant at the intersection of Hickory andWood?DivineyWater UtilitiesInformation will be provided in future Friday Report20Council Member Briggs03/05/20ClarificationThere was a wreck at Nottingham and University Do we know when theimprovements are starting?EstesCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in future Friday Report21Mayor Watts03/05/20Service RequestIs the resident's proposed option for the overhang on their property onSplitrock achievable?PuenteDMEInformation will be provided in future Friday Report22Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth03/06/20Service RequestCan staff look at the school zone area on Glenwood Lane near Windsor?JahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in future Friday Report49
March 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 11:30 am Council Luncheon Cancelled-COE 1:30 Traffic Safety Commission 5:30 pm 3 12:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 4 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 5 8:30 DEDC 4:00 Public Art Committee 678 9 PUB 9am Library Board 5:30pm 10 No Council Meeting Cancelled - Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 11 Cancelled - 11:00 EDPB Cancelled - 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:30 Airport Advisory Board 12 HSAB 11am 131415 16 17 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 10:00 am Audit Finance18 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 19 6:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities HABSCO 4pm 202122 23 PUB 9am 24 10am Council Airport Committee 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 25 12:00 TIF Board (TIRZ) 2:30pm Agenda Committee 26 CANCELLED - 5:30PM Board of Ethics 272829 30 ZBA 5:30pm 31 No Council Meeting 50
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City Council
City of Denton
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton, Texas 76201
www.cityofdenton.com
Work Session Room & Council Chambers12:00 PMTuesday, March 17, 2020
WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 12:00 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, March 17, 2020, 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 recent global
outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
ID 20-669A.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding a planned
transit-oriented, mixed-use development in downtown Denton and a possible
public-private partnership with Lang Partners, LLC.
ID 20-313B.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding DME’s proposed
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy.
ID 20-645D.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the Board of Ethics
recommended amendments to the Ethics Ordinance.
ID 20-541E.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding proposed Denton
Development Code (DDC) amendments.
DCA20-0001F.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on pending City Council
requests for information.
ID 20-009G.
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.
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1. Closed Meeting:
Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Governmental Code Section 551.071.
Consult with the City’s attorneys on the status, strategy, funding, prospects for appeal,
and potential resolution of litigation in Cause No. DC-17-08139, styled “Michael Grim
and Jim Maynard v. City of Denton, Texas,” pending in the 68th Judicial District Court,
Dallas County, Texas; where public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with
the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under
the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Profession Conduct of the State Bar of Texas, or
otherwise compromise the City’s legal position in pending litigation or appeal.
ID 20-529A.
Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code, Section 551.071.
Consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding legal issues associated with (i) the project
agreements, master planned community ordinances, and other related agreements,
documents, and ordinances for both Hunter Ranch and Cole Ranch projects, (ii)
operating agreements, consent resolutions, and other agreements, documents, and
ordinances related to the municipal management districts associated with both Hunter
Ranch and Cole Ranch projects and the operation of the same, (iv) economic
development incentives potentially offered related to both Hunter Ranch and Cole Ranch
projects, and (v) the Pilot Knob conservation easement for Hunter Ranch project; a
public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys
to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas.
ID 20-641B.
Any final action, decision, or vote on a matter deliberated in a Closed Meeting will only be taken in an Open
Meeting that is held in compliance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, except to the extent such final
decision, or vote is taken in the Closed Meeting in accordance with the provisions of Section 551.086 of the
Texas Government Code (the ‘Public Power Exception’). The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a
Closed Meeting or Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq.
(The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item on its open meeting agenda or to reconvene in a continuation of
the Closed Meeting on the Closed Meeting items noted above, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings
Act, including, without limitation Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
NOTE: Any item for which a formal action at the Regular Meeting has been taken by Council may
be subject to a request for a motion for reconsideration at any time during the meeting, at the
Concluding Items Section, or after the meeting. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings
Act, a request for a motion for reconsideration made during, at the end of, or after a Council meeting
will be placed on the agenda and considered at the next official meeting of the City Council.
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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
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A. U.S. Flag
B. Texas Flag
“Honor the Texas Flag – I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.”
2. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Start By Believing Day/Sexual Assault Awareness MonthID 20-666A.
3. PRESENTATION FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
A. Review of procedures for addressing the City Council.
B. Reports from members of the public shall be received through the following two (2) methods. A total
of up to seven (7) speakers are permitted to provide public comment and may include any combination of
prior registration and open microphone speakers.
1) Pre-registration. 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. Each speaker is 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.
David Zoltner regarding Conflicts of Interest and Ethics Codes.ID 20-635a.
2) Open Microphone. This section of the agenda permits any person who has not registered in
advance for a citizen report to make comments about public business items not listed on the agenda. Each
speaker is allowed a maximum of four (4) minutes to present their report. Such person(s) must file a "Blue
Card" requesting to speak during this period prior to the calling of this agenda item.
During open microphone reports under this section of the agenda, the Council may listen to citizens speak.
However, because notice of the subject of the open microphone report has not been provided to the public
in advance, the Texas Open Meetings Act limits any deliberation or decision by the Council to: a proposal
to place the item on a future agenda; a statement of factual policy; or a recitation of existing policy. Council
Members may not ask the open microphone speakers questions or discuss the items presented during
open microphone reports.
NOTE: If audio/visual aids during presentations to Council are needed, they must be submitted to the City
Secretary 24 hours prior to the meeting.
4. 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 – R). 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
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Agenda Items will be approved with one motion. If items are pulled for separate discussion, they may be
considered as the first items following approval of the Consent Agenda.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas,
repealing Ordinance No. 2019-110; approving and adopting the 2019 Denton Municipal
Electric - Energy Risk Management Policy (“2020 ERMP”); authorizing and approving
the execution by the Mayor, or his designee, of the 2020 ERMP; delegating authority as
provided in the 2020 ERMP; authorizing and approving the subsequent execution of
contracts and related and ancillary documents, including, without limitation, nominations,
certificates, assignments, licenses, directions, instruments, confirmations, orders and
statements, as are authorized by the 2020 ERMP, which are incident to or related thereto;
confirming that the City of Denton, Texas, its Mayor, its City Council members, its City
Manager, or his designees, and its City Secretary, or her designees, are authorized to
perform such acts and obligations as are reasonably required to consummate those future
transactions which are provided for and authorized by the 2020 ERMP; finding that the
purchase of electricity, natural gas, and related commodities are exempt from the
requirement of competitive bidding; finding that the purchase of electric energy, natural gas
and related commodities made by the City under the terms of the 2020 ERMP are in the
public welfare of the citizens and electric ratepayers of the City; authorizing the
expenditure of funds therefor; providing an effective date.
ID 20-420A.
Consider approval of a resolution revising Administrative Policy No. 403.07 “Debt
Service Management”; and providing an effective date. The Audit/Finance Committee
recommends approval (3-0).
ID 20-485B.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton approving a Consent to
Collateral Assignment of an Airport Lease covering property located at 4850 Spartan
Drive, between Sykes-Vaughan Investments, LLC and BBVA USA; and providing an
effective date. Council Airport Committee recommends approval (3-0).
ID 20-557C.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton approving a Consent to
Collateral Assignment of an Airport Lease covering property located at 5007 Spartan
Drive, between Sykes-Vaughan Investments, LLC and BBVA USA; and providing an
effective date. Council Airport Committee recommends approval (3-0).
ID 20-558D.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton approving a Consent to
Collateral Assignment of an Airport Lease covering property located at 4700 Spartan
Drive, between Sykes-Vaughan Investments, LLC and BBVA USA; and providing an
effective date. Council Airport Committee recommends approval (3-0).
ID 20-559E.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton approving a Consent to
Collateral Assignment of an Airport Lease covering property located at 4849 Spartan
Drive, between Sykes-Vaughan Investments, LLC and BBVA USA; and providing an
effective date. Council Airport Committee recommends approval (3-0).
ID 20-560F.
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
Romco Equipment Co., LLC, through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing Network
ID 20-593G.
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Contract # 597-19, for the acquisition of one (1) Volvo Model ECR88D Compact
Excavator for the Drainage Department and additional maintenance and repair services as
required; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date
(File 7293 - awarded to Romco Equipment Co., LLC, in the amount of $206,062). The
Public Utilities Board recommends approval ( - ).
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Charter
Communications Operating, LLC, for internet services; providing for the expenditure of
funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 7052 - awarded to Charter
Communications Operating, LLC, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional
one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $265,980).
ID 20-594H.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Commercial
Electronics Corporation, to provide Motorola API (Application Programming Interface)
for the HigherGround and Motorola Project 25 Land Mobile Radio applications, which is
the sole provider of this software, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code
252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities and services that are available
from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000 shall be
awarded by the governing body; and providing an effective date (File 7180 - awarded to
Commercial Electronics Corporation, in the five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of
$186,300).
ID 20-599I.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager, to execute a contract with Jagoe-Public
Company, for the construction of the Airport Landside Paving project for the City of
Denton for street segments as follows: John Carrell, Spartan Drive, Lockheed Lane, and
Skylane; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date
(IFB 7239 - awarded to Jagoe-Public Company, in the not-to-exceed amount of
$855,163.75).
ID 20-600J.
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 through
the State of Texas Smart Buy Program for the purchase of library AV materials as
awarded by State of Texas Contract Number 715-M2 Publications, Audiovisual
Materials, Books, and Cataloging Services (Prepared Materials Only); providing for the
expenditure of funds therefore; and providing an effective date (File 7309 - awarded to
Midwest Tape, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $200,000).
ID 20-602K.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Crown Correctional
Telephone, Inc., for inmate telephone service, software, maintenance and support for the
Denton Police Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing
an effective date (RFP 7198 - awarded to Crown Correctional Telephone, Inc., for a
three (3) year term, with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the
total five (5) year term.
ID 20-606L.
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Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Frank J. Conner, for
graffiti abatement of public and private property, providing for the expenditure of funds
therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7173-2 - awarded to the lowest responsive
bidder, Frank J. Conner, for a three (3) year not-to-exceed amount of $75,000).
ID 20-607M.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Huffmans Empire
Construction, Inc., for graffiti abatement of Denton Municipal Electric and interior and
exterior painting of City facilities, providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (IFB 7173-2 - awarded to the lowest responsive bidder,
Huffmans Empire Construction Inc., for a three (3) year not-to-exceed amount of
$330,000).
ID 20-608N.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Intervet, Inc. dba
Merck Animal Health, for the supply of veterinary and animal health supplies for the City
of Denton’s Animal Services Shelter; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (IFB 7178 - awarded to the lowest responsive bidder for each
line item: Intervet, Inc. dba Merck Animal Health, in a total five (5) year, not-to-exceed
amount of $275,000).
ID 20-609O.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Midwest Veterinary
Supply Inc., for the supply of veterinary and animal health supplies for the City of
Denton’s Animal Services Shelter; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (IFB 7178 - awarded to the lowest responsive bidder for each
line item: Midwest Veterinary Supply Inc., in a total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of
$1,300,000).
ID 20-610P.
Consider approval of the minutes of February 25, March 2, and March 3, 2020.ID 20-618Q.
Consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing expenditure of previously budgeted funds
as previously discussed in closed session, for outside counsel and other previously
discussed trial and appellate expenses in litigation styled “Michael Grim and Jim Maynard
v. City of Denton, Texas,” tried in the 68th Judicial District Court, Dallas County, Texas;
and declaring an effective date.
ID 20-670R.
5. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas Home-Rule Municipal
Corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Cooperation
Agreement with Denton County, Texas, a duly organized political subdivision of the State
of Texas, for the construction of the South Bonnie Brae Street phase II/Vintage Blvd
Project, wherein Denton County agrees to contribute an amount not to exceed Five
Million Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($5,750,000); authorizing the expenditure
of funds thereof; and declaring an effective date.
ID 20-479A.
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Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Relient Emissions
Testing, Inc., for the supply of Engine Emissions Performance testing services for the
electric generating equipment at the Denton Energy Center; providing for the expenditure
of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 7245 - awarded to Relient
Emissions Testing, Inc., for three (3) years, with the option of three (3) additional one (1)
year extensions, in the total six (6) year not-to-exceed amount of $72,000. The Public
Utilities Board recommends approval ( - ).
ID 20-591B.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with ABB, Inc., for the
supply of ABB Turbo Charger Cartridges for the electric generating equipment at the
Denton Energy Center; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an
effective date (IFB 7247 - awarded to ABB, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of
$418,061.60). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval ( - ).
ID 20-592C.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Core & Main LP,
for the supply of water and sewer inventory parts to be stocked in the City Of Denton
Distribution Center; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an
effective date (IFB 7187 - awarded to the lowest responsive bidder for each line item:
Core & Main LP, in a total four (4) year, not-to-exceed amount of $5,800,000).
ID 20-611D.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Ferguson
Enterprises, LLC, for the supply of water and sewer inventory parts to be stocked in the
City of Denton Distribution Center; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (IFB 7187 - awarded to the lowest responsive bidder for each
line item: Ferguson Enterprises, LLC, in a total four (4) year, not-to-exceed amount of
$3,630,000).
ID 20-612E.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with PowerSeal Pipeline
Products, For the supply of water and sewer inventory parts to be stocked in the City of
Denton Distribution Center; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing
an effective date (IFB 7187 - awarded to the lowest responsive bidder for Section I -
Repair Clamps: PowerSeal Pipeline Products, Inc, in a total four (4) year, not-to-exceed
amount of $160,000).
ID 20-613F.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City Of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the approval of Change Order No. 4 to the contract between the
City of Denton and Ragle, Inc. for the construction of the South Bonnie Brae Street
Widening and Improvements Project Phase 1; providing for the expenditure of funds
therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 6390 - Change Order No. 4 in the
not-to-exceed amount of $246,971.93, for a total contract award aggregated to
$12,683,171.52).
ID 20-605G.
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Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager or
his designee to execute an operating agreement with Cole Ranch; and providing an
effective date.
ID 20-654H.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager or
his designee to execute a project agreement with Cole Ranch; and providing an effective
date.
ID 20-655I.
Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton, Texas, consenting to the creation
of “Cole Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County, Texas” and the inclusion
of land therein; and providing an effective date.
ID 20-656J.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager or
his designee to execute a project agreement with Hunter Ranch; and providing an effective
date.
ID 20-657K.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager or
his designee to execute an operating agreement with Hunter Ranch; and providing an
effective date.
ID 20-658L.
Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton, Texas, consenting to the creation
of “Hunter Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County, Texas” and the
inclusion of land therein; and providing an effective date.
ID 20-659M.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Hold a public hearing and consider approval of a resolution adopting the City of Denton's
Policy for Tax Abatements and Incentives.
ID 20-504A.
Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton,
Texas, regarding a request by SLF Cole Property LP for a Major Amendment in
accordance with Section 35.7.12.8 of the Denton Development Code to the Cole Ranch
Master Plan Community (MPC) Zoning District generally located west of Interstate 35
west, south of Tom Cole Road, bounded by Tom Cole Road to the north, bisected by
FM 2449 near the center of the property, bounded on the eastern side by John Payne
Road south of FM 2449 and Underwood Road north of FM 2449. (MPC19-0001, Cole
Ranch MPC, Richard Cannone).
MPC19-0001
a
B.
Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas
regarding a request by Petrus Investment LP for a Major Amendment in accordance with
Section 35.7.12.8 of the Denton Development Code to the Hunter Ranch Master Plan
Community (MPC) Zoning District that includes a change of zoning on approximately 22
acres from a Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MN) district and approximately 2.24 acres from
Planned Development (PD) to Master Planned Community (MPC) and amend the Hunter
Ranch MPC zoning district by adopting new standards and regulations including an
updated development plan map on approximately 3167 acres that is generally located on
both sides of I-35W between Robson Ranch Road and Vintage Boulevard
(MPC19-0002, Hunter Ranch MPC, Richard Cannone).
MPC19-0002
a
C.
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7. 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 13th day of March, 2020 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
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Meeting Date
10-Mar 20-268 19-2914
17-Mar
Lang Partners Update
20-313
EV Charger Upgrade
20-645
Ethics Ordinance
Changes
20-541
Denton Development
Code Amendments
DCA20-0001
Coronavirus Disease
2019
20-669
Review of Council
Requests Mar 17
20-009
24-Mar
FY 18-19 Annual Report
& Audit (CAFR)
20-457
Drinking Water Risk and
Resiliency Assessment
20-510
SB. 2 Budget Implications
20-582
Credit Collections
Update
20-315
Update on PD & DS
Facilities
Denton Development
Code Amendments
DCA20-0001b
Review of Council
Requests Mar 24
20-010
31-Mar 19-2914
6-Apr Lunch
@ 11:30 a.m.CIP Update
Library Master Plan
20-526
7-Apr
TIF Grants for
Accessibility
Municipal Broadband
20-556
Drop-off Recycling
Center
2020 Mobility Plan
Update7
20-245
Review of Council
Requests Apr 07
20-011
14-Apr
Urban Forest Master
Plan
20-426
Sustainability Plan
20-521
Gibbons Creek (TMPA)
20-615
Review of Council
Requests Apr 14
20-175
21-Apr Green Tree Estates Plugged Gas Wells
Denton Development
Code Amendments
Review of Council
Requests Apr 21
20-176
28-Apr DTV Public Meetings
Review of Council
Requests Apr 28
20-177
4-May Lunch
@ 11:30 a.m.
5-May
Review of Council
Requests May 05
20-458
12-May
Review of Council
Requests May 12
20-459
19-May
Review of Council
Requests May 19
20-460
26-May 19-2914
Accessory Dwelling
Units, and Screening
DCA19-0011 Delegated Authority
Doorbell Monitoring
Technology
19-2959 Stormwater Master Plan
Construction Code
Review (TBD)
Review of Council
Requests June 02
20-671
Group Home Code
Amendment Public Art
Purchasing Manual
Update
Right of Way Ordinance
Follow-up
Review of Council
Requests June 09
20-672
Review of Council
Requests June 16
20-673
Review of Council
Requests June 23
20-674
Work Session Requests
Determined by Council -
Date TBD
Community Public Art
and Community Tree
Grants
Ethics Ordinance
Revision
Small Cell Lawsuit
Participation Tree Ordinance Review
Veteran Source of
Income Housing
Discrimination
Ordinance
No meeting; NLC- Washington (Mar. 8-11)
No meeting; 5th Tuesday
Work Sessions Planned - Date TBDFUTURE WORK SESSION ITEMS MATRIX
As of March 6, 2020
Currently Slated Work Session Items
No meeting; Day after Memoral Day Holiday
62
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Hidden Meadows Trail
Intersection
with Vintage
Blvd
back of
Vintage blvd
right of way
03/16/20 04/17/20
Intermittent closures of this
intersection for construction
activities
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8938
I35E northbound service
road located
500 ft west
of Bonnie
Brae
TBD TBD Wastewater Improvements
(Temporary Lane Closures)Wastewater (940) 349-8909
Loop 288 Colorado
225 west of
Colorado
blvd
03/16/20 05/15/20
This project is to install a drive
approach at the Golden Triangle
Mall as part of the Colorado
Blvd and Loop 288 intersection
improvements.
Engineering,
Floyd Smith
Concrete
Direct business contact (940) 349-7104
Mockernut Rd.
Intersection
with Vintage
Blvd.
back of
Vintage
Blvd. right of
03/16/20 04/17/20
Intermittent closures of this
intersection for construction
activities.
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8938
Prairie St.Locust St.Elm St.03/23/20 06/12/20
Storm drain improvements, as
part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2
Project. Street closed to thru
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-8938
Quail Creek Dr.Quail Creek
Dr.
Berry Down
Ln.03/16/20 04/03/20
Concrete Street Panel Repair.
At roundabout Circle. The
process starts with Barricading
the failed sections of concrete
pavement, remove the
pavement, and install new
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Robson East Side of
RR 35W TBD TBD Wastewater Main Install
(Temporary Lane Closure)Wastewater (940) 349-8909
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
Scripture Street Thomas
Street Malone 03/16/20 06/30/20
The 2019 Street Reconstruction
project consists of the
reconstruction of roadways
listed above. This
reconstruction shall include new
curb and gutter, ADA compliant
ramps in sidewalks, asphalt or
concrete roadways as well as
upgraded drainage, water and
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-7426
Shagbark Dr
intersection
with Vintage
Blvd
back of
Vintage Blvd
right of way
03/16/20 04/17/20
Intermittent closure of the
intersection for construction
activities.
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8938
Street Closure Report
Upcoming Closures
Week of March 9, 2020 - March 15, 2020
Upcoming Closures
63
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Thomas St.Panhandle Oak TBD TBD Streets Construction Capital Projects Part of 2019 Street
Bundle (940) 349-7104
Thomas Street W. Oak Panhandle 03/16/20 06/01/20
The 2019 Street Reconstruction
project consists of the
reconstruction of roadways
listed above. This
reconstruction shall include new
curb and gutter, ADA compliant
ramps in sidewalks, asphalt or
concrete roadways as well as
upgraded drainage, water and
Engineering
NextDoor, Email
Notification, Direct
business contact
(940) 349-7426
W Parkway Street Locust
Street N Elm Street 03/16/20 04/17/20
This project is a sidewalk
installation project on the
south side of W Parkway from
Locust to Elm. It is part of our
2018 Sidewalk Program that will
improve pedestrian access and
upgrade ADA infrastructure.
The local businesses in this are
will be notified by door hanger
and personal visits by staff to
ensure all necessary concerns
are addressed.
Engineering,
Public Works
Inspections,
Floyd Smith
Concrete
Direct business contact,
Door hangers (940) 349-7104
Total 13
Upcoming Closures
64
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
3309 Forest Ridge Rolling Hills El Paseo 03/02/20 03/28/20
Concrete Street Panel Repair.
The process starts with
Barricading the failed sections
of concrete pavement, remove
the pavement, and install new
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Bent Oaks Teasley Cul V Sac 02/24/20 03/27/20
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair. The process
starts with Barricading the failed
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement, and
install new concrete.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Broken Arrow Dunes Old
Orchard 43899 43924
Concrete Sidewalk Repair. The
process starts with Barricading
the failed sections of concrete
sidewalk, remove , and install
new concrete.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Brown Dr Roberts St Woodland St 02/10/20 06/04/20
Wastewater collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main line and services
Wastewater N/A (940) 349-8909
Cherrywood Ln Woodland St Northwood
Tr 02/10/20 06/04/20
Wastewater collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main line and services
Wastewater N/A (940) 349-8909
Colorado Blvd Brinker Rd
3201
Colorado
Blvd
02/17/20 04/13/20
Private Development: Drainage,
Water, Sanitary Sewer, and
Pavement for Fire Station #8
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
NextDoor, Direct
business contact (940) 205-9230
Dunes St Broken
Arrow Old Orchard 03/02/20 03/20/20
Concrete Curb and Sidewalk
Repair. The process starts with
Barricading the failed sections
of concrete and, remove , and
install new concrete.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Elm St.Oak Parkway 09/23/19 03/14/20 Sidewalk Improvements Engineering
Part of Downtown TIF
Sidewalk & Lighting CIP -
Temporary lane and
shoulder closures due to
sidewalk reconstruction.
Schedule delayed due to
significant weather
impacts and traffic signal
relocations at McKinney.
(940) 349-8425
Street Closure Report
Week of March 9, 2020 - March 15, 2020
Current Closures
Current Closures
65
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
FM 2181
City of
Denton/Cori
nth City
limits
Lillian Miller 11/18/19 TBD Street Widening TxDOT
Various daytime lane
closures with flaggers
between 1/27/20 and
2/21/20 for pothole
repair. Ranchman Blvd
closed starting 2/3/20
and remain closed for
approximately 3 weeks
for TXDOT water line
(940) 349-8425
Foxcroft Emerson Emerson 01/30/20 06/11/20
Wastewater main replacement.
Projects extents, Emerson from
Emerson Circle to Foxcroft.
Emerson Circle from Emerson
to End
Foxcroft from Emerson to
Northcrest
Foxcroft from Old North to
Emerson
Wastewater N/A (940) 349-8909
Foxcroft Cir Emerson Ln Emerson Ln 03/09/20 07/02/20 Water Distribution will be
replacing the water main and Water N/A (940) 349-7278
Ft. Worth Dr. (US 377)IH 35E Mission St 10/17/19 11/27/20 Infrastructure Safety Upgrades
(temporary closures)TxDOT (940) 349-8938
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
Haven Way Brookside Park Place 02/24/20 03/13/20
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair. The process
starts with Barricading the failed
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement, and
install new concrete.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Hinkle Dr.Headlee Windsor 07/03/19 03/21/20
Street and Drainage
Improvements Magnolia
Drainage Ph. II
(Street Closure)
Engineering
Significant delays in
placing base pavement
due to weather.
Pavement scheduled for
3/3/20. Pavement
delayed due to rain on
(940) 349-8910
Hollyhill Ln Longridge Dr Tennyson
Trl 03/06/20 05/04/20 Water Distribution will be
replacing the water main and Water N/A (940) 349-7278
Industrial Sycamore Bell 03/09/20 03/27/20
Installing Valley Gutter across
Industrial at the intersection of
Sycamore. The process starts
with barricading then remove
pavement and subgrade, and
install new concrete Valley
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
IOOF Street Eagle Drive Sycamore
Street 01/06/20 03/27/20
Atmos Energy temporarily
closing IOOF and Highland
Street to through traffic for
Atmos, Public
Works
Inspections
Atmos Energy to notify
apartment complex's in
area at least three
(940) 205-8278
Current Closures
66
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
John Paine Road
Southwest
Pump
Station
John Paine
Road at
John Paine
Road near
IH 35W
01/06/20 05/31/20
Road closure is expected to
start 3/6/20 depending on
weather conditions. Notices will
be released the week before
closure. John Paine Road will
be closed as needed. Project
includes installation of water
main along Old John Paine and
Allred Road between the
Southwest Pump Station on
John Paine Road near
Parkplace Dr. on and South
Water NextDoor (940) 349-8925
Johnson Lane John Paine
Road
Just west of
first
driveway
01/06/20 05/31/20
Road closure is for the
installation of new water main
along Old John Paine Rd. and
Allred Rd. between the
Southwest Pump Station on
John Paine Rd. near Parkplace
Water NextDoor (940) 349-8925
Johnson Street; Smith Street Dallas Drive
Daughtery
Street, at S
Locust
Street
03/09/20 04/24/20
Atmos Energy is relocating/
replacing existing gas mains
and services for upcoming
reconstruction of Smith Street;
including gas main crossing
Johnson Street at Smith Street.
Atmos
Construction delays,
closure scheduled out
one month
Direct business contact,
Atmos Energy to
distribute door hangers,
place sign boards, and
notify residents in
person
(940) 268-7285
Kerley Street Duncan
Street
Shady Oaks
Drive 02/05/20 07/10/20 Street Reconstruction Streets (940) 349-7146
Locust St.Warren Ct.Sycamore
St.03/09/20 04/06/20
Storm drain improvements as
part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2
Project. West side lane
closure.
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-8938
Locust St.Highland St Eagle Dr 03/09/20 04/20/20
Sewer main improvements, as
part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2
Project. West side lane closure.
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-8938
Locust St.Oak McKinney 03/14/20 04/18/20 Sidewalk Improvements Engineering
Part of Downtown TIF
Sidewalk & Lighting CIP.
Schedule delayed due to
weather
(940) 349-8910
Long Rd Sherman/42
8
Natatorium
Entrance 3/9/2020 03/20/20
Closed Long Rd. from
Sherman/428 to entrance of
Natatorium to install a water
connection and sewer
connection in Long Rd.
Water, Waste
Water
NextDoor, Direct
business contact (940) 391-6299
Masch Branch U S 380 Jim Crystal 02/17/20 04/27/20
We will be reconstructing
Masch Branch from 380 to Jim
Crystal.
Streets Direct business contact,
Door hangers (940) 349-7146
Current Closures
67
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 (E.
University
Dr.)
Edwards Rd.09/01/17 03/31/20 Street Widening (Temporary
Lane Closures)
Engineering,
Traffic, TxDOT,
CIP
3/3/20 - Project
Walkthrus are underway
and lanes will continue
to be closed as needed
to facilitate final work.
2/27/20 - Expect
continued lane closures
as project work is
winding down.
2/13/20 - Traffic switch
completed on Thursday
2/13/30 moving
remaining northbound
traffic (north of
McKinney) to the
ultimate northbound
lanes. Lane closures are
still to be expected for
both Northbound and
Southbound travel for
length of project, but
there will always be one
lane open in each
direction. There maybe
intermittent 5-10 minute
road closures at
southern most end of
project for of concrete
Door Hangers (940) 349-8925
N. Bell Ave Texas College 02/28/20 04/10/20 Building out west side of
building
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
NextDoor (940) 205-9230
Oak St. at Fry St. Signal Intersection
of Fry 11/04/19 03/13/20 Signal Construction (Intermittent
Lane Closures)Traffic (940) 349-7486
Prairie St.Elm St.Pierce St.11/04/19 03/27/20
Water and Wastewater Main
improvements, as part of Pec-4
Ph 1&2 Project. Prairie St. will
be closed to thru traffic.
Engineering Updated per Pamela
Alummoottil's directive (940) 349-7112
Roberts St Bell Ave Cherrywood
Ln 02/10/20 06/04/20
Wastewater collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main line and services.
Wastewater N/A (940) 349-8909
S. Bonnie Brae St.Willowwood
St.
Highland
Park Rd.01/28/20 03/20/20
Water transmission main
installation. Street will be
closed to thru traffic.
Engineering
Door hangers delivered
to local residents on
1/29/20.
(940) 349-7112
S. Elm St.Prairie St.Eagle 03/16/20 04/20/20
Water main improvements
along Elm St. as part of the Pec-
4 Ph 1&2 Project.
Engineering West side lane closure.Direct business contact,
Door hangers (940) 349-7112
S. Locust St.Warren Ct.Highland St.12/16/19 04/03/20 Drainage Improvements as part
of the Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Project.Engineering West side lane closure Direct business contact,
Door hangers (940) 349-7112
Current Closures
68
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Union Circle Welch Welch 03/09/20 03/20/20
Curb And Gutter Repair.
Repairing Broken Curbs and
Drive Approaches, barricade
and remove and install new
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
US 380 (E. University Dr.)
1200' East
of N. Mayhill
Rd.
1200' West
of E. Mayhill
Rd.
11/01/19 03/31/20 Signal Upgrade and Installation
Engineering,
Traffic, TxDOT,
CIP
3/3/20 - Project
Walkthrus are underway
and lanes will continue
to be closed as needed
to facilitate final work.
2/27/20 - Expect
continued lane closures
as project work is
winding down. Outside
lanes of US 380 may
need to be closed, as
needed, at the
intersection of Mayhill
Rd. for intermittent work
Additional outreach not
needed (940) 349-8925
Warren Ct.Wainwright
St.Locust St.12/16/19 06/05/20 Drainage Improvements as part
of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Project Engineering Closed to thru traffic Direct business contact,
door hangers (940) 349-7112
West Windsor Drive Parkside
Drive
Mesquite
Street 11/11/19 03/28/20
Installation of new storm
drainage line, sanitary sewer
line, and pavement replacement
along Windsor as part of the
Magnolia PH II Project. Windsor
expected to open from Parkside
to Hinkle in mid-February
Streets,
Drainage, Water,
Waste Water
NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8425
Woodland St Brown Dr Cherrywood
Ln 02/10/20 06/04/20
Wastewater collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main line and services
Wastewater N/A (940) 349-8909
Total 40
Current Closures
69
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
950 Masch Branch Rd.University
Dr.
Jim Christal
Rd.02/17/20 02/25/20
4. Concrete Street repair. The
process starts with barricading
the failed sections of
pavement, remove the
pavement and subgrade, and
install new concrete pavement.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Acme US377 Bernard 01/27/20 02/22/20
TxDOT will have the section
closed at US377 only for paving
and drainage work. Dates
extended due to weather
delays.
TxDOT (940) 349-8938
Ave B Underwood Eagle 01/08/20 03/05/20
Water Distribution will be
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
Ave C Eagle Dr.I-35 02/10/20 02/16/20 Crane Erection
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
NextDoor (940) 205-9230
Beechwood County Club
Rd.Wintercreek 12/09/19 02/28/20
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 College 02/10/20 04/27/20 Building out East side of
building
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
Rescheduling street
closure for later date NextDoor (940) 205-9230
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
Street Closure Report
Week of March 9, 2020 - March 15, 2020
Completed Closures
Completed Closures
70
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Blagg Rd.N. Mayhill
Rd.Geesling Rd.03/18/19 02/13/20 Mayhill Project (Temporary
Street Closure)
Engineering,
Traffic, CIP
Blagg Road is expected
to open Friday, February
7 upon the opening of
Mayhill Northbound
travel lanes pending no
further delays due to
weather. This closure is
part of Mayhill Rd.
Widening Capital
Project. End date
updated to 2.13.20 per
Tracey Beck's request
Website & Nextdoor
Notification (940) 349-8925
Carmel Hobson El Paseo 02/19/20 02/19/20
The Drainage Department will
be repairing storm drain in front
of 3200 Carmel road will be
closed to through traffic. A
residents will have access to
their driveways during repairs.
Drainage NextDoor, Email
Notification (904) 349-7197
Collier St Eagle Dr N. Interstate
35 02/10/20 03/06/20
Carriage Square:
Building out West side of
Parking Garage(Private)
Public Works
Inspections Door Fliers (940) 205-9230
E McKinney James St Campbell 02/17/20 02/17/20
The drainage department will be
cleaning a section of bar ditch in
front of 1435 E McKinney
Drainage NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-7197
Eagle Dr Ave. C Kendolph 03/02/20 03/08/20 Fire Hydrant Relocation
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
NextDoor (940) 205-9230
Eagle Dr.S. Locust St.S. Elm St.02/10/20 02/12/20
Right westbound lane closure.
Associated with the Pec-4 Ph
1&2 Capital Project.
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-7112
Fry Oak Hickory 02/08/20 03/02/20 Signal reconstruction Traffic This full closure will no
longer be needed Direct business contact (940) 349-7486
Fry Scripture Oak 11/04/19 02/28/20 Traffic Signal Improvements Traffic Direct business contact (940) 349-7486
Hickory Creek Rd.Westside Pl.Montecito
Dr.02/15/20 02/15/20
Installation of new storm
drainage line. Flaggers will
direct traffic, in one direction at
a time.
Engineering
Direct business contact,
City PM will contact
McNair Elementary
Principal again on
2/7/20.
(940) 349-7112
Completed Closures
71
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Hickory Creek Rd.Montecito
Dr.
Rushing
Springs Dr.02/25/20 02/28/20
Installation of new storm
drainage line. Flaggers will
direct traffic, in one direction at
a time.
Engineering
PM will contact McNair
Elementary Principal
again on 2/7/20.
(940) 349-7112
Hickory Creek Rd.Teasley Riverpass TBD TBD Street Widening
(Temporary Lane Closures)Engineering
From 1/13/20 to 3/8/20,
City's Contractor will be
clearing trees and
vegetation along the
south side of Hickory
Creek Rd., from the
west property line of
McNair Elementary
School to the Riverpass
Dr. intersection. This
will not involve any lane
closures, but
construction zone
signage will be put up to
warn motorists. Atmos
still needs to relocate
their facilities east of the
Montecito intersection
before our Contractor
can fully deploy to the
project.
Phone call to McNair
Elementary Principal (940) 349-7112
Lakeway Marble Falls Still House 02/17/20 03/06/20
Concrete Street Panel and
Sidewalk Repair. At intersection
of Haven way. The process
starts with Barricading the failed
sections of concrete pavement,
remove the pavement, and
install new concrete.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Locust St.Hickory St.Mulberry St.02/17/20 02/25/20
East side lane closure.
Associated with the Pec-4 Ph 1
and 2 Capital Improvements
Project.
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-7112
Longfellow / Brightwood
Terr.Emerson Windsor 02/17/20 03/06/20
Installing Valley Gutter across
Long Fellow at the intersection
of Brightwood Terrace. The
process starts with barricading
then remove the pavement and
subgrade, and install new
concrete Valley Gutter
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Maple St.Elm St.Myrtle St.02/24/20 03/06/20
Water Line improvements, as
part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2
Project. Alternating lane
closures.
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-7112
Mistywood Ln.Woodhaven Jamestown 10/07/19 03/06/20
Water Main, Services, and Fire
Hydrant Replacements
(Temporary Lane Closure,
Reopen at 6 pm daily)
Water Part of Mistywood Water
Project (940) 349-7181
Completed Closures
72
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Montecito Dr.Hickory
Creek Rd.
Buena Vista
Dr.TBD TBD
Installation of new storm
drainage line. Full street
closure.
Engineering
City PM will contact
McNair Elementary
Principal again on
2/7/20.
(940) 349-7112
Oak at Jagoe St. Signal Intersection
of Jagoe 09/09/19 02/28/20 Signal Construction (Intermittent
Lane Closures)Traffic Updated per Pamela
Alummoottil's directive (940) 949-7486
Rockwood Ln.Royal Mistywood 10/07/19 03/06/20
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 03/06/20
Water Main, Services, and Fire
Hydrant Replacements
(Temporary Lane Closure,
Reopen at 6 pm daily)
Water Part of Mistywood Water
Project (940) 349-7181
Rushing Springs Dr.Hickory
Creek Rd.
Marble Cove
Ln.TBD TBD
Installation of new storm
drainage line. Intersection
closure. Traffic will be detoured
to Serenity Way.
Engineering N/A (940) 349-7112
S. Locust St.Prairie St.Mulberry St.01/09/20 02/29/20 Wastewater main installation as
part of the Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Engineering West lane closure.Direct business contact,
door hangers.(940) 349-7112
Smith St.Johnson Dallas 11/18/19 02/07/20
Wastewater Main Install
(Temporary Lane Closure; Will
reopen at 6 pm daily)
Wastewater
Construction date
delayed from
09/30/2019.
(940) 349-7128
Stone Crop Woodbine Hidden
Meadow 02/17/20 03/06/20
Concrete Sidewalk Repair.
Repairing failed sections of
sidewalk, barricade and
remove and install new
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Vintage US377
Hidden
Meadows
Trail
02/17/20 02/24/20
Union Pacific Railroad will be
replacing the crossing at
Vintage Blvd and US377.
Engineering N/A (940) 349-8938
W Oak St Cedar Bolivar 02/24/20 02/24/20
Water Distribution will be
replacing a water service going
to 221 W Oak
Water Direct business contact (940) 349-7332
W. Eagle Dr.S. Locust St.S. Elm St.02/10/20 02/12/20
Westbound and eastbound
inside lane closures.
Associated with Pec-4 Ph
1&2 Capital Project.
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-7112
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Completed Closures
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