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MEMORANDUM
DATE: August 14, 2020
TO: The Honorable Mayor Watts and Council Members
FROM: Todd Hileman, City Manager
SUBJECT: Friday Staff Report
I. Council Schedule
A. Meetings
1. Work Session of the City Council on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 12:00 p.m.
followed by a Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m. via video/teleconference – City
Council Work Session Room (Public Comment Available).
2. Cancelled - Agenda Committee Meeting Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at
2:30 p.m. in the City Manager’s Conference Room.
3. Work Session of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday,
August 19, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. followed by a Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m. via
video/teleconference – City Council Work Session Room (Public Comment
Available).
4. Cancelled - Traffic Safety Commission Meeting on, Thursday, August 20,
2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room.
5. Cancelled - Health and Building Standards Commission Meeting on Thursday,
August 20, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
6. Cancelled - Committee on Persons with Disabilities on Thursday, August 20,
2020 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room.
7. Use-of-Force Ad Hoc Committee Meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at
6:00 p.m. via video/teleconference – City Council Work Session Room (Public
Comment Available).
II. General Information & Status Update
A. Pending Council Requests Work Session Topics – There are NO pending Council
requests for work sessions for the August 18, 2020 City Council meeting. Staff contact:
Rachel Balthrop Mendoza, City Manager ’s Office
B. Alternative Shelters – In partnership with Monsignor King Outreach Center (MKOC),
Our Daily Bread, and Grace Like Rain, City staff plans to extend the alternative shelter
arrangement at two hotels to provide shelter with safe distancing for individuals
experiencing homelessness. The cost of extending the hotels was included in the City’s
COVID-19 CRF budget previously presented to Council. There are currently 70
individuals staying in one hotel and 10 households staying in the second hotel. The
collaborative recommendation at this time is to continue the hotel arrangement and
extend through the end of October to provide for safe spacing and continue to shelter
that number of individuals, which would otherwise be unavailable. The focus will
continue to be on case management and trying to house individuals staying at the hotel.
As also shared through last week’s Friday report, MKOC will reopen its shelter at 300
Woodrow Lane from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
weekly, for now, utilizing volunteers. They also plan to open in inclement weather
whenever possible. To accommodate social distancing and other sa fety measures, the
shelter will open at 1/3 of its current capacity with 32 beds open. Staff contact s: Sarah
Kuechler and Dani Shaw, Community Services
C. Update on Posting Signs to Accommodate Curbside Delivery Service – On July 24,
staff provided City Council a report that signs would be placed downtown designating
certain parking spaces as 15-minute curbside service parking spots that will be
available for all businesses or food service establishments on the Square. Following the
implementation of the downtown signs, businesses in the Fry Street/Hickory Street area
near UNT requested signs be placed near their locations as well. Traffic Operations
staff have completed this request and we encourage businesses to reach out to the
Economic Development office at (940) 349-7776 if they have any questions or
additional requests regarding temporary signage. Staff contact: Todd Estes, Capital
Projects/Jessica Rogers, Economic Development
D. Customer Service Update – As previously reported to the City Council, interruptions
of utility service due to nonpayment were scheduled to increase significantly beginning
August 11. However, due to consistent temperatures of 100⁰ or more, interruptions
have been postponed until Tuesday, August 18. Currently, there are 2,526 residential,
multi-family, and business accounts which are past due and eligible for
interruption. The breakdown is as follows:
Class of Service Number of Accounts
Commercial 205
Residential (Post -Paid) 1,269
Residential (Pre-Paid) 80
Multi-Family (Post-paid) 893
Multi-Family (Pre-Paid) 79
Staff contact: Christa Foster, Customer Service and Public Affairs
E. Police Data Initiative Page – The Denton Police Department has launched a new
webpage to provide residents with greater access to reports, documents, and other
departmental information. The page, which can be found at
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www.cityofdenton.com/dpddata, will be a continuous work in progress as new
resources are added. The Police Department would like to thank Public Affairs for their
assistance with this project. Staff contact: Frank Dixon, Police
F. Traffic Operations Projects – The following Traffic Operations projects were
completed over the course of this week.
Traffic Operations Staff, along with Strip-a-Zone, completed the restripe and
installation of buffered bike lanes on Welch from Eagle to Highland. Staff
completed the installation of Bollard posts in the buffered area to help further
protect the bicyclists.
Traffic Operations staff installed Flashing LED Stop Signs East and Westbound
on Kings Row at Yellowstone Place.
The Traffic Management Center (TMC) located at 801 Texas St. is now active
and may be reached by calling (940) 349-8460. TMC serves as a single location
to monitor traffic signals, intersections, and roads proactively deploying traffic
management strategies using real time data to reduce congestion and coordinate
with state and local authorities during special events, emergencies, or daily
stop-and-go traffic.
Staff contact: James Andrews, Traffic Operations
G. Nonannexation Agreement Update – On Tuesday, April 11, City Council considered
the acceptance of the 2020 Non-Annexation Agreements (NAAs). During their
consideration the Council discussed revising the expiration date of the NAA. After
receiving input from citizens that called in and clarification from staff, the City Council
directed staff to revise the expiration date from 5 years to 20 years, with no other
changes. The new expiration date of the NAAs will now be August 1, 2040. The
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revision will require staff to send all the property owners (with a few exceptions) new
revised NAAs. The new revised NAAs will be sent to all property owners within DH-
1, DH-2, DH-3, DH-4, DH-5, PAA-1, PAA-2, PAA-3, and PAA-4. In addition, the
revised NAAs will be sent to only property owners in DH-7, DH-9, and DH-12 that
have signed and submitted their 2020 NAA.
In order to provide property owners more time to review, notarize their signatures, and
return their signed NAAs, the Council set a date of October 6, 2020 to consider the new
revised NAAs. The mail out of the intro letters and the new revised NAAs will be
Friday, August 28 with a deadline of Friday, September 25 to submit signed NAAs.
This gives property owners about a month to review and submit their signed NAAs. In
addition to providing property owners with more time, staff plans to implement the
following to improve the process:
Include in the intro letter:
o that City Hall is closed and if you need your signature notarized or if
you want to drop off your signed NAA you will have to schedule an
appointment in advance
o all of the pages of the NAA is required
o signatures from all property owners listed in the NAA is required
o a completed form of property owner’s contact information (phone
number and email address) is required
o clear instructions on what is required and where to submit signed NAAs
o checklist of what is required to be submitted
Post signs with instructions and phone numbers to call to schedule an
appointment placed outside City Hall
Staff will call and email each property owner prior to mailing out intro letter
and revised NAA informing them of the new expiration date (staff has contact
information for 97 property owners)
All City Hall staff will be informed about the NAAs, deadlines, and an
explanation on how to schedule an appointment to notarize signatures and/or
accept signed NAAs
On October 6, 2020, staff will also schedule a Work Session item to provide a status
update on the NAAs and to get City Council’s input/direction regarding initiating the
annexation process for properties without a NAA. Staff contact: Ron Menguita,
Development Services
H. Virtual Queuing System for Customer Service Lobby - As billing operations return to
normal, it is anticipated that lobby traffic may exceed what is safe for the public and
staff. Limiting the number of people in the building may result in customers standing
outside the building in direct sun during the hottest part of the summer. Customer
Service has introduced a virtual queuing system, QLess, in order to accommodate
patron safety and improve the level of customer convenience.
QLess allows customers to view estimated wait times and receive alerts to let them
know when they can enter the Customer Service Lobby. While customers can
download the QLess app or go to www.cityofdenton.com/QLess to enter the virtual
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queue, anyone that arrives without entering the virtual queue ahead of time can be
checked into the system by staff.
QLess not only provides customer convenience, but also adds a level o f safety to reduce
the need for clusters of people while we restrict lobby entry to those being served. Rest
assured that all customers will receive the same level of outstanding service to which
they are accustomed. Staff contact: Christa Foster, Customer Service and Public Affairs
I. Subsidized Grocery Delivery Programs – This information is provided in response to a
request from Council Member Armintor about community programs designed to assist
grocery delivery and essentials to help persons that shelter in place during the COVID-
19 pandemic. Staff provided the attached table with municipal, county and state
programs, from across the county, which have developed grocery and household
commodity delivery services for senior populations and those with disabilities. The
examples staff found have significant local and federal resources to leverage for these
programs. No programs in cities comparable to Denton were found in the initial
research.
Staff’s research focused on expanding grocery access and search parameters included:
how to assist vulnerable populations and
expanded access to grocery delivery service and affordability of the service;
examine ways to provide more affordable grocery delivery service or develop
a delivery method for meals from senior centers and food banks; and
create public awareness and outreach about local and state programs available.
To summarize the findings, staff found that a number of the programs involve
partnerships with other public and private organizations, targeted specific populations,
and leveraged significant local or federal resources.
In addition to this information, staff found significant increases in the adoption of and
usage of grocery delivery or curbside grocery service, with many stores expanding their
offerings to meet increased demand. The adoption of these servic es have been greatly
Government Program Description Eligibility Fee
City of
Alexandria,VA
The City partnered with Giant Foods
and Safeway to provide a program to
deliver groceries to seniors.
Resident of the City of
Alexandria, be 60 years old
or greater, and have a debit,
credit, or EBT card
No
City of San
Antonio, TX
Cities Senior Centers provide
curbside pick-up and delivery of
meals and food commodities. Calls to
members conducted to help connect
with resources.
Resident and 60 years old or
greater No
Los Angeles
County, CA
Critical Delivery Service
provides grocery delivery and
household items to older adult and
persons with disabilities.
Service limited to four times
or 40 miles per month No
State of
California
The state has partnered with FEMA
to provide a program, Restaurants
Deliver, that will pay hospitality
workers to prepare and deliver meals
for seniors (FEMA will fund 75%, the
state and County will fund the
remaining 25%).
Seniors, new program, not
specified No
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influenced by the ongoing COVID pandemic, but based on research, it has yet to be
determined if these models are sustainable long-term. Additional information can be
found in the July 17 Friday Report . If additional research is needed, staff can work with
the Council Member to schedule a one-minute presentation during an upcoming
Pending Request Work Session. Staff Contact: Jessica Rogers and Erica Sullivan,
Economic Development
J. Mixed Beverage Tax Revenue – On August 7, Council Member Briggs requested
information regarding mixed beverage tax revenue. The FY 2019-20 budget includes
$501,870 in mixed beverage tax revenue. The City has received $366,156 in mixed
beverage tax revenue for the first two quarters of fiscal year 2019-20. This represents
an increase of 15% or $47,530 compared to the first two quarters of the preceding fiscal
year (FY 2018-19). Mixed beverage tax is received on a quarterly basis. The third
quarter payment will be received in the coming weeks. Staff contact: Cassey Ogden,
Finance
K. US 380 Log Jam – Over the last few weeks a contractor working for Texas Department
of Transportation (TXDOT) has been removing the substantial log jam on the Elm Fork
south of the US380 Bridge. This effort was advocated by the City of Denton, the Army
Corps of Engineers, Texas Parks and Wildlife, the Greenbelt Alliance and the North
Central Texas Council of Governments. The contractor staged equipment on the bank
and used a small excavator on a barge to break up the jam. Logs are being pulled from
the river and will be disposed of by the contractor. It is exciting to see work completed
that could resolve flooding issues and allow the Greenbelt to reopen. Staff contact:
Katherine Barnett, Sustainability
L. Committee on Persons with Disabilities and Take Me Home Program – On August 7,
Council Member Armintor requested information about the reasoning behind
cancelling the August Committee on Persons with Disabilities meeting, and whether
staff can receive input from the committee regarding the Take Me Home program.
Staff worked to coordinate with the 29 currently active boards and commissions to have
a rotating schedule of meetings. Because there is limited capacity to host virtual
meetings for Boards and Commissions each month, staff prepares a schedule that has
many of the committees meeting every other month, as is the case with the Committee
on Persons with Disabilities. This committee’s next scheduled meeting is set for
September 17 at 3 p.m.
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The Take Me Home program is a national program that was started by the Pe nsacola
Police Department in partnership with the Autism Society, which is a premier
grassroots organization. The program is designed to assist law enforcement in locating
and returning home safe, those on the Autism spectrum. Staff has received a lot of
feedback from regular citizens who fully supported it that have children on the
spectrum, and Chief Dixon is scheduled to present information about the program to
the Committee on Persons with Disabilities at the September 17 meeting.
The program is desig ned to locate and return home those high risk missing persons,
specifically those on the spectrum, with dementia, or otherwise mentally or learning
disabled. The program is not designed for anyone who wishes to place relatives on a
“tracking list.” Police Officers will not actively seek out individuals to ask if they are
on the program. Additional information can be found by visiting
https://www.autism-society.org/living-with-autism/how-the-autism-society-can-
help/safe-and-sound/take-me -home/.
This is a voluntary program that includes families who want to enroll their family-
members however, if a family chooses not to participate, there is no requirement that
they do so. Denton PD officers have taken two separate classes on encounters with
persons on the Autism spectrum and this training will continue. Officers received this
training prior to program implementation, and it is not expected to exacerbate any
issues with this community.
While the Police Department is a few months away from launching the Mental Health
Unit, staff is working with MHMR, the local authority on mental illness, on how the
unit can be implemented. Staff has performed a site visit to one of the 6 nationally
recognized programs, Houston PD, to see their unit and is taking ideas from Eugene,
Oregon and San Antonio, Texas to launch the City’s team. Those applying for the job
will be vetted like all applicants based on work history, education, background, etc.
that one would need to work in a law enforcement agency. Our vetting process is more
restrictive than a non-law enforcement agency. Additionally, 9-1-1 dispatch does not
have the authority to decide not to dispatch an officer for suspicious vehicle/persons
calls, as was suggested. Staff contact: Frank Dixon, Police
M. Fire Extinguisher Exchange Program Inquiry – On August 8, Council Member Briggs
forwarded a request from a resident regarding information on a fire extinguisher
exchange program. Fire Department staff researched programs in which a household
could submit a request to the City to pick up old fire extinguisher s in exchange for a
new unit. Only a small amount of programs were identified and it was determined
through conversations with Procurement that the City would need to contract with a
fire extinguisher vendor to provide regular service of such a program was initiated.
At this time, the staff recommendation is to have citizens purchase extinguishers that
are appropriate for the size of the residence at local retailers. The City’s Home
Chemical Collection program currently accepts expired or exhausted fire extinguishers.
Staff contact: Kenneth Hedges, Fire
N. Update on Request to Include ADA Improveme nts in Downtown Grants – Council
Member Meltzer previously requested consideration of the inclusion of Americans with
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Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements as eligible projects to be funded under the
Downtown Reinvestment Grant program. Over the past few months, this idea was
workshopped and reviewed with the Downtown TIRZ Board, the Downtown Economic
Development Committee, and the Committee on Persons with Disabilities. On July 22,
the TIRZ Board voted to recommend City Council adopt an ordinance making the
necessary changes to the Downtown Reinvestment Grant policy. An item has been
placed on the August 18 City Council agenda to effectuate the required changes, along
with making other administrative updates to the grant policy. Staff contact: Jessica
Rogers, Economic Development
O. Safety at Quakertown Park – This week, several Council Members forwarded concerns
from residents regarding the safety at Quakertown Park. Parks and Recreation staff
applied for CDBG funding for trail lighting improvements at Carl Young Park and
Quakertown Park. On July 21, 2020, City Council approved the Housing and
Community Development 2020 Action Plan which contains funding for these projects.
This funding will not available until FY21. Staff will coordinate with Rizikon, the
City’s safety contractor, to perform a safety assessment at the park. Following the
assessment, staff will review the recommendations and coordinate with all of the
appropriate departments to address the concerns. Staff contact: Gary Packan, Parks and
Recreation
P. Motorized Recreational Vehicle on Katy Trail – On August 10, Mayor Pro Tem
Hudspeth requested information from staff regarding potential action regarding a
motorized vehicle reported on Katy Trail. Denton Police staff confirmed that s igns are
posted at each trail-street crossing, but while Parks maintains the trail, the trail itself is
not City property. Katy Trail is owned by Dallas Area Rapid Transit and leased by
DCTA. Staff reached out to DCTA and have not received any feedback, but an ATV
on the trail is not a City ordinance violation. Staff contacted the concerned resident
directly to better tailor the response of officers on patrol in the district. Staff contact:
Frank Dixon, Police
Q. Tree at Monterey and Sherman – On August 8, Council Member Armintor forwarded
a request from a concerned citizen about a tree at the intersection of Monterey and
Sherman. The City’s Urban Forester completed his inspection of the trees today. The
dead tree is a 34-inch diameter American Elm, and there is a declining and hazardous
44-inch American Elm at the site as well. Both of these trees were scheduled for
removal by the City’s contractor on Tuesday, August 11. During removal, staff found
an active beehive in one of the trees and contacted a beekeeper to safely remove and
relocate the hive. Staff also reached out to the resident to notify him that both trees will
be removed. Staff contact: Stuart Birdseye, City Manager’s Office
R. Upcoming Development Information – This week, Council Members received an email
from a resident regarding a potential development located at the intersection of
Mockingbird and Audra. The citizen’s main concern is a potential retention pond on
the property. This site has a pending rezoning application from R2 t o R4 and includes
plans for nine single-family homes. Previously, the property had 39% opposition from
the surrounding neighborhood, and was never brought to City Council. Now, the
developer wants to move forward with the project, and is scheduled to be co nsidered
at the September 2 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
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The developer has only submitted a simple concept plan, which does not appear to
include a storm drain along Mockingbird and, considering that the development only
includes nine homes, the drainage would most likely be a “dry” pond as opposed to a
“wet” pond. Detention ponds are typically designed to drain in less than three days,
specifically for mosquito control because it takes longer than three days in optimal
conditions for a mosquito egg to hatch, develop through the larval and pupal stage, and
become an adult. As part of a project ’s submittal of construction plans for review, staff
will evaluate the applicants’ analysis and supporting documentation to ensure that a
detention pond operates safely and as intended. It will not be approved if it cannot be
demonstrated that the pond will both prevent flooding on neighbor homes and will drain
in less than 72-hours (typically, they drain completely in about 24-hours, but much less
than 48-ho urs). Staff has reached out to the developer to request that they hold another
public meeting with the neighborhood to gather additional feedback prior to the
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on September 2. Staff contact: Richard
Cannone, Development Services
S. Drainage Inlet – On August 12, Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth emailed a concern about
drainage inlets lacking screens on Locust St., north of Eagle Dr. The work in this area
is the relocation of Atmos gas lines as part of the PEC-4 project. Staff made a site visit
to ensure that the site was set up correctly and would not pose a problem for sediment
runoff into the storm sewer system. Staff will continue to monitor the site to check for
any issues that may arise. Staff contact: Todd Estes, Public Works
T. Fiscal Year 2021 Bike Lane Funding – On August 10, Council Member Briggs
forwarded a question from a concerned citizen about bike lane funding in the proposed
fiscal year 2021 budget. The FY21 proposed budget includes $50,000 in a separate
account for bike lane maint enance, but the referenced $200,000 in bike lane CIP
funding was initially excluded. The $200,000 will be added to the FY21 budget
considered for adoption, and included in presentations to Council moving forward. A
plan for existing and future bike lane funding will also be a priority for the Engineering
department and new Transportation Planner position. Staff contact: David Gaines, City
Manager’s Office
U. Drug, Alcohol, and Physical Testing Services Contract – On August 11, Council
Member Briggs requested information a bout the current drug, alcohol, and physical
testing services contract. The City conferred with CareHere to expand services and
provide drug, alcohol, and physical testing. Based on the new requirement to increase
employee testing, a contract amendment with CareHere was not feasible. The City
opted to solicit via Request for Proposal (RFP) for drug, alcohol, and physical testing
and through the evaluation process CareNow provided the best value for services.
CareNow has implemented the following precautions to ensure the safety of patients
during the COVID pandemic.
Limiting Patient Companions to one (1) essential visitor and asking patients to
not bring any visitors unless necessary.
Thoroughly clean and sanitize all patient waiting rooms, exam rooms, and other
care areas according to the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Co ntrol
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and Prevention (CDC) and removal of all shared items like refreshments,
magazines, and toys.
Screening all patients and visitors for COVID-19 symptoms and risk factors
upon or before arrival to the clinic. If the screen is positive, CareNow will
provide a mask for them to wear.
Practicing social distancing by providing extra space between seats in patient
waiting areas and creating separate entrances.
Following universal masking guidance by masking all clinic staff, patients and
their essential companion, regardless of symptom or exposure to ensure the
safety for all.
Offering online check-in to space out arrival times and allowing patients to call
and check in from their cars to promote additional social distancing.
Staff contacts: Christine Taylor, Procurement and Compliance/Tiffany Thomson,
Human Resources
V. Potential Trail Connection – At the August 4 City Council meeting, Mayor Pro Tem
Hudspeth inquired about installing a trail to connect the North Lakes Dog Park to the
Linda McNatt Animal Care and Adoption Center. Currently, there is a gravel trail that
connects the south side of the Shelter ’s parking lot to the north side of the dog park.
Additionally, this trail connects with the North Lakes nature trail. Staff contact: Randi
Weinberg, Animal Services
W. Various Street Light Outages – On August 11, Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth forwarded
various locations containing street light outages in the city. DME staff assessed each
area and were able to fix all of the concerned lights except for one. A summary is
below:
22 LED Lights hung in place of non-working HPS lights.
The lights on Mulberry west of Elm St. are still not working. A service truck
found the wire and conduit crossing under Elm St. running west to be damaged
from previous construction work. A crew will dig the pipe to see if it can be
repaired and pull new cable. If repair is not possible, staff will have to bore a
new pipe under Elm St. and then pull new wire and get the lights back on. A
boring crew called for locates and are ready to potentially start repairs.
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Repaired the guy wire hanging over the side walk as pictured.
Streetlight Audit - Volunteers will start riding streetlights Friday, August 14.
Crews will ride the center section of Denton extending out east and west.
Regarding the lights on San Jacinto between Burlington Coat Factory & Golden
Triangle Mall, staff determined t he light circuit has gone bad, and DME will remove
the controller and change all the lights on San Jacinto to LED bulbs. They will have to
fuse each light indiv idually since they are removing the fused controller, so the lights
cannot be turned back on until all of the fuse protection has been installed. Crews began
this project on the morning of August 12. While this circuit is down, they will also have
the contractor replace 14 lights to LED on the service road from Loop 288 to Dallas
Dr. All of the lights should be back up by the middle of next week. Staff contact: Tony
Puente, Utilities
X. Requests for Programs for Senior Population – On August 5, Council Member Meltzer
forwarded a resident ’s request for information regarding what programs and services
may be offered for the senior population during the pandemic. In March, the Fire
Department made contact with every long term care facility in Denton. Points of
contact were made and inquiries into PPE and infection control processes were asked
even though each facility legally did not have to inform the DFD. This line of
communication has continued to this date. While the Fire Department could make a
voluntary request about moving and tracking the nursing home’s residents, each facility
is privately owned and, therefore, does not have to inform how and what the policy is
to manage COVID positive patients.
Public health looks different in Denton than in larger cities like Austin, Dallas, and
Houston. Much of what the citizen forwarded is being coordinated by the County
Health Department, as the City does not have any public health functions beyond
licensing and permitting. The information about intergenerational households
programming being less organized could be accurate, as it is generally a subset of
Children Services and ISD programming.
Many of the forwarded suggestions could be accomplished through education. The City
could help communicate available resources in our existing public information efforts.
i.e. Aging & Disability Services hotline (800) 252-9240, Texas Department of Aging
& Disability Services, North Texas Area Agency on Aging.
Any coordination of activities such as with the Health Department, DISD, etc. or new
projects such as hotels for quarantine, grant programs, etc. would require expanding
capacity including human resources, financial resources, and in the case of limited
resources direction from City Council and Leadership to prioritize this target
population.
There is research and CDC guidance available on government actions in a number of
areas that staff could build on locally if directed.
Throughout the pandemic, the Denton Senior Center has continued to offer a variety of
services for the mental, physical, and social wellbeing of the senior community.
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Services offered have included:
Daily well-check calls – Those who wish to receive continued calls have been
added to a weekly call list. Staff maintains a list of support and social service
resources that are offered as the need arises.
SPAN continues to provide weekly frozen meals through the Meals on Wheels
Program. Volunteers pick up meals from the Senior Center and deliver to those
who are registered. New requests are directed to the Meals on Wheels staff.
The City’s Virtual Senior Center offers a variety of resources such as listings
for businesses with modified services or senior hours, support services, videos
and links for virtual activities, and mo re.
Drive-by parades – Staff have helped organize several drive-by parades and are
currently scheduling a drive-thru ice cream social for Nation Senior Day on
August 21.
Facebook Live bingo is held on the first and third Friday each month.
Hold group Zoom chats as requested by members.
Offer picture scavenger hunts through Facebook
Offer virtual wellness seminars in partnership with local health and wellness
organizations.
Staff also recently completed a survey regarding the socialization needs of Denton
seniors. A few statistics from this survey showed:
Completed Surveys: 556 submitted via Virtual Rec Center or Email link; 224
via Facebook link and 112 by phone (Total 892)
Six respondents stated they lived alone and were not making connections.
Those that stated they would like to be called will remain on the weekly call
list.
Four respondents said they do not have the internet by choice, one indicated
they did not have access but did not say if it was by choice or not.
Twenty-three respondents stated they have experienced some sort of unmet
need. They have been provided resource contact information and have been
added to the call list.
Volunteering – 25 percent of respondents said they might be interested in
volunteering to help make calls and provide assistance to those who need it.
Senior Center Reopening – 24 percent are comfortable returning and want
facilities to open while 34 percent are not comfortable returning and 42 percent
are unsure/undecided.
Seniors reported using a wide variety of apps and completing tasks online such
as online games, paying bills, checking weather, emails and so much more.
Programming – 88 percent want a large variety of virtual programs, webinars,
and similar online programing with 22 percent not interested in any virtual or
phone-based activities at this time. In addition to more programming, 36 percent
want more individual or group conversations by phone. Staff are working to
develop more virtual programs for the Fall.
Staff contacts: Kenneth Hedges, Fire/Gary Packan, P arks and Recreation
Y. Pole Base Debris – On August 11, Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth forwarded information
regarding a pole base in the road at the intersection of Walnut and Elm. Staff assessed
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the area and found t he pole was due to a missing one-way sign. The pole and sign have
both been replaced. Staff contact: Tony Puente, Utilities
Z. Status of Windsor Opening – On August 12, Council Member Briggs requested
information on the opening of Windsor due to the beginning of the new school year.
Traffic Operations staff acquired all the needed hardware for the LED STOP signs and
is currently assembling them. Deployment of the STOP signs and the NO PARKING
adjacent to Wilson Elementary is currently scheduled for the week of August 17. Work
associated with the Strickland campus is scheduled for the week of August 24 . Staff
contact: Brian Jahn, Engineering
AA. Speed Concerns on Kerley Street – On August 11, Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth forwarded
a request from concerned citizens for more signage. Staff installed additional 30 mph
Speed Limit signs the same day. Staff contact: Brian Jahn, Engineering
BB. #UniteDenton Virtual Event – Denton resident, Paul Taylor with Camp Gladiator,
reached out to Parks and Recreation staff about a virtual workout event for Denton.
Staff worked with Taylor to create and schedule the event for August 29 at 9 a.m.
Taylor will lead a virtual workout for the community, although registration is required.
Everyone registered will be emailed a Zoom ID to join the virtual event. The event is
FREE for all participants, and the first 100 people to register will receive a free T -shirt.
Register online here: https://bit.ly/UniteDenton. Staff contact: Jennifer Eusse, Parks
and Recreation
CC. Denton Tennis Center Construction Update – On August 13, the Parks and Recreation
Department received $30,000 in USTA Facility Services grant funds. These funds will
go directly towards the construction of the new tennis courts.
Construction on the tennis center buildings began May 4, by Hangartner Commercial.
This phase of the project includes remodeling the North Lakes Annex building, which
serves as the pro shop for the new tennis center and updating the concession/restroom
building into restrooms and storage for tennis equipment. Pictures of the construction
are attached. As of August 12, a total of $241,326 of the contracted $601,269 has been
encumbered. Construction on both buildings is scheduled to be completed in October
2020. The next phase of the project is the construction of the tennis courts. Plans are
currently being reviewed and finalized in preparation of going out for bid. Staff contact:
Jason Barrow, Parks and Recreation
DD. Public Art Communit y Meeting – Two new public art installation concepts will be
unveiled at a virtually held community meeting on Thursday, September 3 at 6:00 p.m.
The first presentation will be by local artist Dan Black, who will be recreating his
“Foundations of Our Histo ry” mural on the Robertson Street bridge. This mural, a joint
effort between the Public Art Committee and Keep Denton Beautiful, Inc., was
previously painted on a fence along Bonnie Brae Street and celebrates women who
have significantly contributed to the Denton community.
The second presentation will be from Madeline Wiener. Ms. Wiener was commissioned
to design one of her famous “Bench People” sculptures for the MLK Jr front lawn. Rec
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Center. Ms. Wiener ’s “Bench People” can be found in public places all over the U.S.
and the world, and are designed to engage the public and invite interaction. Concept
designs for both works of art are attached. Staff contact: Autumn Natalie, Parks and
Recreation/Jessica Rogers, Economic Development
EE. New Sustainable, Green Equipment – Recently, the Parks and Recreation Department
acquired new types of electric equipment. These machines mark the beginning of
purchasing sustainable equipment for PARD. The purchases correspond to the new
Sustainability Plan (Chapter 2 Goal 2) to take action to reduce air pollutant emissions,
including greenhouse gases and emissions from government operations.
The Turf Tank is an intelligent field painter designed to mark all types of sports fields.
The technology eliminates the need for an operator while increasing precision and
sustainability. The Mean Green zero turn mower is an all-electric mower with zero
emissions, low noise, zero fuel, and low maintenance. The department is studying all
autonomous, electric mowers for their future use in other areas. Staff contact: Drew
Huffman, Parks and Recreation
FF. Clear the Shelter – August 17-22 at Denton Animal Shelter, 3717 N Elm St. To
celebrate the national event, the Denton Animal Shelter is turning the event into a
weeklong celebration. From August 17-19, all adoptions are half-price ($30). Free
adoptions are August 20-22. All animals are up to date on shots, neutered/spayed, and
microchipped. To visit an animal, you must make an appointment. Residents can
begin making appointments for Clear the Shelter on Monday, August 10. One
family/appointment will be allowed in the shelter at a time. To celebrate Clear the
Shelter, Kona Ice will be at the shelter on Saturday, Aug. 22. Everyone is welcome to
come and enjoy a shaved ice as animals find their “furrever” homes.
Call (940) 349-7594 to make an appointment or to sponsor an adoption. The following
video provides more information about the event: https://youtu.be/QpQLbguZiww.
Staff contact: Randi Weinberg, Animal Services
GG. STAR North Texas Environmental Leadership Awards – State of Texas Alliance for
Recycling (STAR) hosted a virtual Environmental Leadership Award Ceremony on
Thursday, August 13. These awards recognize stewards of environmental change in
North Texas individuals, communities, organizations, and businesses.
The City of Denton was awarded the Outstanding Public Outreach Program
highlighting its social media efforts. During the pandemic, social media has served as
a critical communication tool that allows residents to continue to receive education and
ask questions. On average, the City reaches approximate ly 9,000 viewers per month.
An honorable mention was received by the City of Denton for The Linda B. Smith
Memorial Award for Excellence in Environmental Education, highlighting the Denton
Sustainable Scho ols (DSS) program. DSS encourages environmental education in the
classroom with recycling being a large component. Starting in the schools with children
creates change in their homes. Through a partnership with Denton ISD, the 2019 -2020
school year, 30 schools signed up for the program reaching a total of 30,934 students.
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An honorable mention was received by the City of Denton for the Innovative Organics
Diversion Award highlighting our subscription-based yard waste collection program.
This program allows for diversion of not only yard waste materials but also virtually
eliminates landfilling of plastic trash bags. These materials are used to compost and
ultimately provide mulch and Dyno Dirt. This program has picked up steam through a
newsletter, TV promo tion, local press, and social media posts. To date, approximately
17% of City residents utilize this service.
Lastly, the City of Denton received an honorable mention in the Exceptional Recycling
Partnership that highlighted our downtown valet trash and recycling collection model.
This program has created close ties between the City’s Solid Waste and Recycling
Department, the Main Street Association, and the Fry St. district. With the transition,
an increased sense of responsibility and ownership of each business waste has resulted
in a reduction of trash and cleaner recyclables. Staff contact: Brandi Neal, Solid Waste
and Recycling
III. Upcoming Community Events and Meetings
A. Events
All City-sponsored events and programs are suspended until further notice.
B. Community Meetings
1. Virtual Southwest Park Public Meeting on Thursday, August 27,
2020 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
2. Virtual Public Art Community Meeting on Thursday, September 3,
2020 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
IV. Informal Staff Reports
A. 2020-072 Program Year 2020 HOT Events ....................................................... 16
B. 2020-073 DEC June 2020 Dashboard ............................................................... 17
V. Council Information
A. Council Requests for Information .................................................................... 19
B. Council Calendar ............................................................................................. 21
C. Draft Agenda for August 25.............................................................................. 24
D. Future Work Session Items .............................................................................. 30
E. Street Construction Report ............................................................................... 31
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Date: August 14, 2020 Report No. 2020-072
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Program Year 2020 Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) events.
BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this report is to provide the City Council notice that current Program Year 2020
HOT recipients with events still to occur in the calendar year may adapt to a virtual event due to
the COVID-19 pandemic.
DISCUSSION:
On June 11, 2020 the Hotel Occupancy Tax and Sponsorship Committee discussed and approved
HOT events to expend their HOT budgets on virtual events due to the constrictions and impacts
of COVID-19. To meet HOT statutory requirements, events must market the City of Denton and
its hotel and convention industry during the broadcast/livestream of any virtual event. Fourteen
of twenty-three recipients provide annual events. One recipient has completed their event
virtually. Five events continue to plan in person events, but also are making additional plans to
move virtually to adhere to any current state, city or CDC orders and/or guidelines. The below
chart illu strates the status of all fourteen events.
Event Completed Cancelled Event Date Considering Virtual
Denton Arts and Jazz Festival X
Denton Black Film Festival X
Denton Blues Festival September
Denton Cinco de Mayo X
Denton’s Day of the Dead X
Denton Holiday Lighting December
Denton Juneteenth Celebration * X
Dog Days of Denton Celebration X
Historic Home Tour December
KUZU Presents X
North Texas State Fair & Rodeo October
Tejas Storytelling Festival X
Thin Line Fest X
Turkey Roll Bicycle Rally November
*Event held virtual event over several days including parade, freedom run, storytelling, community discussions,
video games, talent show, poetry slam and coloring contest.
Staff will be including new virtual language in both HOT and Sponsorship contracts beginning in
Fiscal Year 2020-21.
STAFF CONTACT:
Cassey Ogden
940-349-7195
Cassandra.Ogden@cityofdenton.com
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City of Denton, Texas
FY 2019-20 Denton Energy Center
YTD June 2020 Dashboard
Key Trends
For the first 9 months of FY 2019-20, the DEC produced 40,364 MWh less than the same period of FY 2018-19. This
resulted in approximately $2.1 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 Million to $18 Million in FY 19 -20. As of
June 30, 2020, expenditures exceed revenues by $10.2 Million which is expected for this period of the fiscal year. The FY
2019-20 Estimate includes a $1.5 Million reduction in fuel cost based on fewer estimated run hours, and a $420,000
reduction in Personnel Services is anticipated as a result of vacancies. The FY 2019 -20 Estimate for Insurance has
increased by $580,218 as a result of an increase in the cost of DEC property insurance and the acquisition of outage
insurance.
Through June 2020 the DEC Gross Margin was $7.6 Million which is $5.2 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 each
month this fiscal year except December, January and June than anticipated.
Updates in the DEC Revenue and Energy Expenses for FY 2019 -20 year-end projections show a $(7.48) Million Net Income
compared to the $(8.95) Million Net Income shown in the FY 2019 -20 budget.
Note: All dollar figures presented are in millions of dollars.
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
Feb-20 $676,548 9,466 $71.47
Mar-20 $1,561,657 18,209 $85.76
Apr-20 $889,878 8,765 $101.52
May-20 $502,279 8,125 $61.82
Jun-20 $375,829 8,775 $42.83
Total FY 2019-20 $7,568,590 90,681 $83.46
Generation & Gross Revenues
Description
Engine
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(hours)*
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Cold
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Oxides
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DEC Monthly Emissions Total (tons)1.39 1.33 1.19 0.74 0.74 0.02 0.11 4,676.00
DEC Annual Permit Limit Operations (tons)**29.78 93.52 48.16 69.72 69.72 1.45 60.90
Monthly Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 4.68% 1.42% 2.47% 1.06% 1.06% 1.10% 0.18%
Annual to Date Plant Emissions per DEC Permit Limit 29.40% 9.10% 12.80% 5.70% 5.70% 5.60% 1.20%
* Over the past 12 months, the DEC engines ran 14% of the time. During the month of June, the DEC engines ran 11% of the time.
**Operations Annual Limit accounts for Balance of Plant standard emissions
Emissions
June 2020
Engines (1-12)
FY 2018-19 FY 2019-20 FY 2019-20 FY 2019-20
YTD ACTUALS **BUDGET YTD PROJECTION
DEC REVENUE* 9.67$ 25.07$ 7.57$ 25.07$
EXPENDITURE SUMMARY
Energy Expense - Fuel 4.10$ 12.48$ 2.23$ 11.00$
Personnel Services 1.26 2.22 1.46 1.80
Materials & Supplies 0.13 0.44 0.26 0.39
Maintenance & Repair 0.10 0.56 0.13 0.56
Insurance 0.01 0.50 0.51 1.08
Operations 0.17 0.48 0.16 0.38
Debt Service - Principal 4.18 7.47 5.59 7.47
Debt Service - Interest 5.05 9.80 7.37 9.80
Interfund Transfers 0.00 0.05 0.06 0.05
Transfer to Capital Projects - 0.02 - 0.02
DEC EXPENDITURES 15.00$ 34.02$ 17.77$ 32.55$
-$ -$ -$ -$
DEC NET INCOME (5.33)$ (8.95)$ (10.20)$ (7.48)$
*Preliminary, Unaudited Figures
** Represents same period (9 months) as FY 2019-20 YTD for comparison purposes. Total Net
Income for FY 2018-19 was $14.22 M.
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Council Requests for InformationCouncil Member Requestor DateSummary of RequestStaff AssignedDepartmentComments1Council Member Briggs02/03/20Would 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 thisBalthrop MendozaCity Manager's OfficeRequest will be presented during a future PendingRequest work session2Council Member Armintor06/15/20I would also like to bring back my my previous one-minute pitch to repealour ordinances that experts, advocacy groups, and my homelessconstituents both say criminalize homelessness (see earlier staff reportfor the list). The public interest in law enforcement reform and civillibertiesKuechlerPublic AffairsRequest will be presented during a future PendingRequest work session3Council Member Briggs07/21/20Do we have a longe range development fiscal policy/plan?Ogden/CannoneFinance/Development Services Information will be provided in a future Friday Report4Council Member Armintor07/25/20I would like to a Friday Report from Economic Development on howsome other U.S. cities have subsidized grocery delivery before and/orduring COVID to partner with and/or subsidize Instacart, Lyft/Uber,and/or other forms of grocery & essentials delivery to help people shelterin place under COVID. After a vaccine is found, this can help to addressour food desert issue in Denton. See: "Increase funding for emergencySNAP benefits and other social safety net programs for anyone who isfood insecure (the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, passed bythe House of Representatives on March 14, includes this)" .https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2020/03/16/for-millions-of-low-income-seniors-coronavirus-is-a-food-security-issue/,https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/online-purchasing-pilot ,https://www.bain.com/insights/how-to-ramp-up-online-grocery-without-breaking-the-bank/RogersEconomic DevelopmentInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report5Council Member Meltzer08/05/20Can staff provide information about programs and requests regarding thesenior populationShaw/Hedges/PackanMultipleInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport6Council Member Briggs08/07/20Request to name the new senior center in SE Denton the Betty KimbleSenior CenterPackanParksRequest will be presented during a future PendingRequest work session7Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth08/07/20Can staff follow up with resident about issues at Quakertown Park?Packan/ShawParks/Community ServicesInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report8Council Member Briggs08/07/20Where are we on mixed beverage tax revenue compared with last year?OgdenFinanceInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport9Council Member Armintor08/07/20Can staff answer questions about the Committee on Persons withDisabilities and Take me Home program?Jahn/DixonCapital Projects/PoliceInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report10Council Member Armintor08/08/20Can staff follow up about an Engage Denton request about a dead tree?Shaw/HuffmanCommunity Services/ParksInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport11Council Member Briggs08/08/20Can staff follow up with resident about their idea for replacement of fireextinguishers?FireHedgesInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report12Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth08/10/20Can anything be done about someone driving a motorized cart on theRail Trail?Dixon/PackanPolice/ParksInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport13Council Member Briggs08/10/20Can staff follow up about a parking lot-camping issue at the Cedar St.lot?Shaw/Packan/DixonCommunity Services/Parks/Police Information will be provided in a future Friday Report14Council Member Briggs08/10/20Was $200,000 removed from the budget for bike lanes?OgdenFinanceInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport15Council Member Briggs08/11/20Can we add lights in and around Quakertown ParkPackanParks and RecreationInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport16Council Member Armintor08/11/20What would be the cost per month to extend hotel stays for residentsexperiencing homelessness during the COVID emergency past Augustuntil the new center on the Loop is complete? I would also like to knowwhat would be the monthly staffing cost for MKOC to meet need fortemporary staffing to be open 7 nights a week at the current 1/3rdcapacity until the new service center on the Loop is ready for use? Iknow that MKOC is currently being staffed by volunteers, but payingpeople to do the work would ensure that the need would get met. Pluswe've got a workforce eager for work.KuechlerCity Manager's OfficeInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report17Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth08/11/20Cars are speeding on Kerley St. We may need more speed limit signsposted and enforcement to place it on the schedule.Dixon/JahnPolice/Capital ProjectsInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport18Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth08/11/20A resident near the corner of Kings Row and Yellowstone Placecomplained about speeders and people running/rolling the new stopsign. The neighborhood has lots of kids and some of the kids. Hisrequest is that an officer park on Yellowstone and work the stop sign(primarily) & speeding (secondly). Due to the construction on Herculeslane, Kings row is a through street and seems like it is attracting moretraffic. Your thoughts on options to address these issues?DixonPoliceInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport19Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth08/11/20There is a pole base in the road next to sweetwaterCoxPublic WorksInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport20Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth08/11/20Can staff check on various lights that are out in the downtown area?PuenteDMEInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport21Council Member Briggs08/11/20Did we ask the clinic we already have a contract with about drug testing?I know this was a pretty hearty contract when we approved it.TaylorProcurementInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport22Council Member Briggs08/12/20Checking on the status of Windsor related to school opening. There wastraffic decisions made for crossing, pick up and especially now veryimportant, Emerson and Glenwood since most traffic will be back hereJahnCapital ProjectsInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report19
Council Member Requestor DateSummary of RequestStaff AssignedDepartmentComments23Council Member Briggs08/13/20Re: Resident Email. Did the plans change for the referenceddevelopment on Mockingbird?CannoneDevelopment ServicesInformation will be provided in the August 14 FridayReport24Mayor Pro Tem Hudspeth08/16/20Can staff reach out to the General Manager of Drug Emporium regardingsafety issues at his store?ShawCommunity ServicesInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report25Council Member Briggs08/14/20How many students were enrolled in our after school program?PackanParks and RecreationInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report26Council Member Briggs08/14/20Send a Resolution to the govenor, either open bars or provide fundingthey need as they are required to stay closed.BirdseyeCity Manager's OfficeInformation will be provided in a future Friday Report20
August 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 12 3 8:30 am Special Called PUB 11:30 am Council Luncheon COE 1:30 Cancelled 4 1:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 5 Cancelled - 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:30pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 6 8:30 am Council Budget Workshop 4:00 Public Art Committee 789 10 PUB 9am Cancelled - HLC 3:00pm 11 1:00 pm 2nd Tuesday Session Cancelled - Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 12 11:00 EDPB Cancelled - 2:30pm Agenda Committee 13 Cancelled - 8:30 DEDC 6pm Use-Of-Force Committee 141516 17 18 12:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 19 Cancelled - 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 20 Cancelled-Traffic Safety Commission 11:00 am Cancelled – COPWD 3pm Cancelled ‐ HABSCO 4pm 6pm Use-Of-Force Committee 212223 24 PUB 9am 25 10am Council Airport Committee 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 2627 3:00PM Board of Ethics 282930 31 ZBA 5:30pm 21
September 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 2 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 3 8:30 DEDC 4:00 Public Art Committee 456 7 Labor Day Holiday No Luncheon Meeting COE 1:30 8 No Council Meeting Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 9 11:00 EDPB 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:30 Airport Advisory Board 10 111213 14 PUB 9am 15 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 10:30 am Audit Finance16 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 17 6:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities HABSCO 4pm 181920 21 22 10am Council Airport Committee 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 23 12:00 TIF Board (TIRZ) 24 3:00PM Board of Ethics 252627 28 PUB 9am ZBA 5:30pm 29 No Council Meeting 30 2:30pm Agenda Committee 22
October 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 8:30 DEDC 4:00 Public Art Committee 234 5 11:30 am Council Luncheon COE 1:30 Traffic Safety Commission 5:30 pm 6 No Council Meeting 7 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 8 91011 12 PUB 9am 13 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday Session Mobility Committee Meeting 9:00 am 14 11:00 EDPB 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:30 Airport Advisory Board 15 6:00pm Committee on Persons with Disabilities HABSCO 4pm 161718 19 20 2:00 pm CC Work Session 6:30 pm CC Regular Session 21 2:30pm Agenda Committee 5:00pm P&Z Work Session 6:30pm P&Z Regular Session 22 232425 26 PUB 9am ZBA 5:30pm 27 10am Council Airport Committee 2:00 pm 4th Tuesday Session 28 2:30pm Agenda Committee 29 3:00PM Board of Ethics 3031 23
City Council
City of Denton
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton, Texas 76201
www.cityofdenton.com
Council Work Session Room1:00 PMTuesday, August 25, 2020
WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 1:00 P.M. IN THE WORK SESSION ROOM
CLOSED MEETING WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE WORK SESSION
CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND ITEMS FOR
INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE WORK
SESSION IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM
Note: Mayor Chris Watts, Mayor Pro Tem Gerard Hudspeth, and Council Members Keely Briggs, Jesse
Davis, John Ryan, Deb Armintor and Paul Meltzer will be participating in the work session, closed meeting,
and special called meeting via video/teleconference.
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
Due to COVID-19 precautions, members of the public will not be able to attend the August 25, 2020 City
Council meeting in-person. To accommodate and receive input on agenda items, citizens will be able to
participate in one of the following ways (NOTE: Other than public hearings, citizens are only able to
comment one time per agenda item; citizens cannot use both methods to comment on a single agenda item.
Public comments are not held for work session reports.):
• Virtual White Card – On August 21, the agenda was posted online at
www.cityofdenton.com/publicmeetings. Once the agenda is posted, a link to the Virtual White Card, an
online form, will be made available under the main heading on the webpage. Within this form, citizens may
indicate support or opposition and submit a brief comment about a specific agenda item. Comments may
be submitted up until the start of the meeting, at which time, the Virtual White Card form will be closed.
Similar to when a citizen submits a white card to indicate their position on the item, these comment forms
will be sent directly to City Council members and recorded by the City Secretary.
City Council Members review comments received in advance of the meeting and take that public input into
consideration prior to voting on an agenda item. The Mayor will announce the number of Comment Cards
submitted in support or opposition to an item during the public comment period. Comments will not be
read during the meeting. The City Secretary will reflect the number of comments submitted in
favor/opposition to an item, the registrant’s name, address, and (summary of) comments within the Minutes
of the Meeting, as applicable.
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• By phone – Citizens wishing to speak over the phone during this Council meeting, may call (940)
349-7800 beginning 30 minutes prior to the meeting start time. Comments by phone will be accepted until
the item is opened for discussion by the Council. When the call is initially received, a staff member will
receive the caller’s information and either: 1) offer to call the citizen back when it is time for them to speak,
or 2) record the caller’s information, support or opposition, and comment. If the caller chooses to record
their support or opposition, rather than speaking during the meeting, the Mayor will announce the number
of comments submitted in support or opposition to the item. If the caller wishes to receive a call back, the
voice of each caller will be broadcast into the meeting during the public commenting time of their desired
agenda item. Individuals will be able to comment once per agenda item, no matter the method.
• At regular meetings only, citizens can speak on any topic that is not on the agenda (Open Microphone).
Alert the call taker if you wish to speak under the Open Microphone category. If you would like to give a
public report, see the information below.
After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene in a
Work Session on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall,
215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be considered:
WORK SESSION
1. Citizen Comments on Consent Agenda Items
This section of the agenda allows citizens to speak on any item listed on the Consent Agenda prior to its
consideration. Each speaker will be given a total of three (3) minutes to address any item(s). Any person
who wishes to address the City Council regarding these items may do so by utilizing the "By Phone"
registration process as referenced under the REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ADDRESSING THE
CITY COUNCIL detailed at the beginning of this agenda. Registration is required prior to the time the City
Council considers this item. Registrants may call in and remain on hold or receive a call back at the time the
Work Session is called to Order and are encouraged to ensure they remain accessible to accept the call.
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 an update on the
Council-directed milestones at the Green Tree Estates subdivision.
ID 20-1528A.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding an update to the
City of Denton’s COVID-19 response.
ID 20-1207B.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the Stoke Denton
Entrepreneur Center, the associated lease and sublease agreements, and the management
agreement with Hickory & Rail Ventures, LLC.
ID 20-1476C.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the Economic
Development Strategic Plan and additional funding options for economic development.
ID 20-1615D.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding options related to
the management of landfill gas generated at the City of Denton Landfill.
ID 20-1531E.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the Energy
Management Organization Financial Review conducted by Deloitte.
ID 20-1585F.
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Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the General Fund
preliminary FY 2020-21 Proposed Budget, Capital Improvement Program, and Five
Year Financial Forecast.
ID 20-1524G.
Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on pending City Council
requests for information.
ID 20-1051H.
Following the completion of the Work Session, the City Council will convene in a Closed Meeting to consider
specific item(s) when these item(s) are listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda. The City
Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting on any item on its Open Meeting agenda consistent
with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, as amended, or as otherwise allowed by law.
1. Closed Meeting:
Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071.
Consult with the City’s attorneys on the legal status, expenses, strategy and options for
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 Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas, or otherwise
compromise the City’s legal position in pending litigation.
ID 20-1530A.
Deliberate regarding Real Property - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.072;
Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071.
Discuss, deliberate, receive information from staff, and provide staff with direction
pertaining to the potential purchase of real property located southeast of the corner of
Thomas J. Egan Rd. and Jim Christal Rd. in Denton, Denton County, Texas (“Property”),
where the deliberation of same in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the
position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person or potential litigation.
Consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding legal issues associated with potential
claims against the City associated with the Property, where a public discussion of these
legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and
the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of
the State Bar of Texas, or would jeopardize the City’s legal position in negotiations or
potential litigation.
ID 20-1533B.
Deliberations Regarding Real Property - Under Texas Government Code, Section
551.072; Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code, Section
551.071.
Discuss, deliberate, and receive information from staff and provide staff with direction
pertaining to the potential purchase of real property interests located within the City of
Denton, Denton County, Texas, generally located in the Rayzor Ranch East, E. Morris,
MRP & PRR, M. Austin, M. Forrest, W. Durham, J. Douthitt, H.B. Williams, G.
Walker, N. Britton, WM Roark, BBB & CRR, J.W. Withers, A. Hickman, Home
ID 20-1552C.
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Acres Addn, J.L. Harris, MEP & PRR, J. Rogers, Hickory Lake, N.H. Meisenheimer,
North Lakes Fire Station Addn, Denton County Law Enforcement Center, and M.
Rogers surveys. The potential purchases are related to the City’s park and tree
preservation initiatives. Consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding legal issues
associated with the potential acquisition of the real property interests described above
where a public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s
attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Rules of
Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas.
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 Special Called Meeting has been taken by Council
may be subject to a request for a motion for reconsideration at any time during the meeting, at the
Concluding Items Section, or after the meeting. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings
Act, a request for a motion for reconsideration made during, at the end of, or after a Council meeting
will be placed on the agenda and considered at the next official meeting of the City Council.
Following the completion of the Closed Meeting, the City Council will convene in a Special Called Meeting to
consider the following items:
1. 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 – G). This listing is provided on the Consent Agenda to allow Council Members
to discuss or withdraw an item prior to approval of the Consent Agenda. If no items are pulled, the Consent
Agenda Items will be approved with one motion. If items are pulled for separate discussion, they may be
considered as the first items following approval of the Consent Agenda.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas approving a second
amendment to an economic development agreement with Buc-ee’s, Ltd., to clarify the
term of the agreement; and providing an effective date.
ID 20-1441A.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing expenditure of funds
in the amount of $234,357.00 to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), in
addition to the previously authorized amount of $32,915.00, for the improvement of traffic
signals and pedestrian facilities at the intersections of E. McKinney Street at Woodrow
Lane and E. McKinney Street at Mockingbird Lane; and providing an effective date.
ID 20-1529B.
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Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the removal of a
construction zone speed limit on Interstate 35E and returning the speed limit to the prima
facie speed of 70 miles per hour; providing a replealer clause; providing a penalty clause;
providing for publication; and declaring an effective date.
ID 20-1537C.
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 Pure Technologies
U.S. Inc., to provide a condition assessment of the City’s 27-inch diameter Lake
Lewisville raw water line; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an
effective date (RFP 7347 - awarded to Pure Technologies U.S., Inc., in the
not-to-exceed amount of $612,000). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (4
- 0).
ID 20-1571D.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract based on a Best Value
Bid with Aliron International, Inc., for Section A - N95 face masks, for various City
departments; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective
date (IFBBV 7403 - awarded to Aliron International, Inc., in the 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 $150,000).
ID 20-1572E.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract based on a Best Value
Bid with Catalyst PR, Inc., for the procurement of Face Masks, for Section B - KN95
Face Masks, Section C - Disposable Surgical Face Masks, and Section D - Reusable
Cloth Face Masks for various City departments; providing for the expenditure of funds
therefor; and providing an effective date (IFBBV 7403 - awarded to Catalyst PR, Inc., in
the 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 $125,000).
ID 20-1573F.
Consider approval of the minutes of August 11, 2020.ID 20-1576G.
2. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
Conduct the second of two readings and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of
Denton, Texas annexing approximately 140.607 acres of land generally located on both
sides of Vintage Boulevard and west of Fort Worth Drive by the City of Denton, Denton
County, Texas; providing for a correction to the city map to include the annexed land; and
provide for a savings clause and an effective date. (A20-0002, Burch Tract, Ron
Menguita)
A20-0002cA.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation approving the purchase of the Denton Power, LLC assets for the sum of
$2.75 million plus adjustments for August 2020 energy deliveries; authorizing the City
Manager to execute a Bill of Sale and Assumption Agreement; providing expenditures of
the funds therefore; and establishing an effective date.
ID 20-1418B.
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal ID 20-1597C.
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corporation, extending the effective period of the declared state of local disaster;
superseding and replacing the Eighth Order of Council of the City of Denton issued July
28, 2020 approved by Ordinance No. 20-1423, to provide additional requirements and
guidance; confirming the expenditure of funds; providing a repealer clause; and providing
an effective date.
3. 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 21st day of August, 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
WILL PROVIDE ACCOMMODATION, SUCH AS SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE
HEARING IMPAIRED, IF REQUESTED AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE
SCHEDULED MEETING. PLEASE CALL THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE AT 940-349-8309 OR
USE TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR THE DEAF (TDD) BY CALLING 1-800-RELAY-TX
SO THAT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION CAN BE ARRANGED.
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Meeting Date
18-Aug
COVID-19 Update
20-1206
Economic Development
Strategic Plan
20-1130
EDPB and Contract
between City/Chamber
20-1185
Streatery Follow-up
20-1536
Budget Follow-Up
20-1523
25-Aug
COVID-19 Update
20-1207
Green Tree Estates
Update
20-1528
Landfill
20-1531
FY 20-21 Proposed
Budget, CIP & 5-Year
Forecast
20-1524
Deloitte - Energy Mmgmt.
Org Review
20-1585
Economic Development
Strategic Plan (Follow Up)
20-1615
Management of Stoke
20-1476
Council Requests Aug 25
20-1051
1-Sep
COVID-19 Update
20-1493
Audit - Procurement Card
Process (Follow Up)
20-1488
All-Walk Cross Walk Plan
20-1510
Little Elm/911
20-1535
Council Requests Sept. 1
20-1201
7-Sep No Meeting - Labor Day
8-Sep
10-Sep - Budget CANCELLED
15-Sep
COVID-19 Update
20-1494
Public Library Master
Facilities Plan
20-526
Non-Discrimination
Ordinance
20-1470
November 3 Election
Update
20-1368
Council Requests
20-1202
22-Sep
COVID-19 Update
20-1495
Gas Well
20-1186
Audit - COVID-19
Response
20-1384
2020-2021 Audit Plan
20-1478
Comprehensive Speed
Ordinance
20-1538
Use-Of-Force Ad Hoc
Cmte. Report
20-1586
Council Requests
20-1203
29-Sep
Accessory Dwelling Units,
and Screening
DCA19-0011
Construction Code
Review (TBD)Delegated Authority
Group Home Code
Amendment
Forestar Rayzor - Tree
Canopy
20-1480
Council Requests Oct. 5
20-1489
Municipal Broadband
20-556
Denton Development
Code Amendments Public Art
Right-of-Way Ordinance
Follow-up Stormwater Master Plan
Oct. 6 - No Meetings
(National Night Out)
Council Requests Oct. 13
20-1490
Council Requests Oct. 20
20-1491
Council Requests Oct. 27
20-1492
Work Session Requests
Determined by Council
-
Date TBD Ethics Ordinance Revision
Small Cell Lawsuit
Participation Tree Ordinance Review
Veteran Source of Income
Housing Discrimination
Ordinance
Lowering Speed Limits
Study
FUTURE WORK SESSION ITEMS MATRIX
As of August 14, 2020
Currently Slated Work Session Items
Work Sessions Planned - Date TBDNo Meeting - Day After Labor Day
No Meeting - 5th Tuesday
30
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
4617 Shy Creek Long Rd.Summer
Stream 08/31/20 09/18/20
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
7801 Falcon Ridge Eagle Path Echo Hill 08/31/20 09/18/20
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
Hemingway Livingston Chaucer 09/07/20 09/25/20
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
Mistywood Lane Woodhaven Jamestown 10/01/20 01/29/21
Street Reconstruction
Remove and replace curb and
gutter as needed.
Remove old asphalt and
stabilize subgrade.
Install asphalt pavement
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Paisley at Mulkey 08/14/20 08/21/20
Wastewater Collections will be
installing a new wastewater
service line.
Waste Water N/A (940) 349-8909
Robson East Side of
RR 35W TBD TBD Wastewater Main Install
(Temporary Lane Closure)Wastewater (940) 349-8909
Stuart at Manhattan 08/22/20 09/08/20
Wastewater Collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main line.
Waste Water N/A (940) 349-8909
Street Closure Report
Upcoming Closures
Week of August 17, 2020 - August 23, 2020
Upcoming Closures
31
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
West Hickory Street Welch Carroll 08/31/20 05/29/21
Construction is set to begin on
West Hickory Street between N.
Welch Street and Carroll Blvd in
September of 2020 and
continue through May of 2021.
Detailed lane closure
information is forthcoming
pending approval of the
contractor's phasing and traffic
control plans.
Atmos, Streets,
Drainage, Water,
Waste Water
Email Notification, Direct
business contact (940) 349-8425
Total 8
Upcoming Closures
32
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Bonnie Brae IH 35E Scripture 06/15/20 03/01/21 North South Water Main Phase
3
Engineering,
Water Direct business contact (940) 349-8938
Cherrywood Ln Woodland St Roberts St 08/03/20 11/30/20
Water Distribution will be
replacing the water main and
services.
Water N/A (940) 349-7278
Collins Dallas Dr.Johnson St 07/20/20 08/28/20 Haven at Daugherty: Pavement
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
N/A (940) 205-9230
Como Lake Wind River Loon Lake 08/10/20 09/11/20
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
Elm Hickory Prairie 05/11/20 09/25/20 PEC 4 Utility Project Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-8938
FM 2181
City of
Denton/Cori
nth City
limits
Lillian Miller 11/18/19 11/30/20 Street Widening TxDOT (940) 349-8425
Foxcroft Cir Emerson Ln Emerson Ln 01/30/20 10/01/20
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 Construction to continue
with intermittent closures N/A (940) 349-8909
Foxcroft Cir Emerson Ln Emerson Ln 03/09/20 10/16/20
Water Distribution will be
replacing the water main and
water services.
Water N/A (940) 349-7278
Ft. Worth Dr. (US 377)IH 35E Mission St 10/17/19 02/01/21 Infrastructure Safety Upgrades
(temporary closures)TxDOT (940) 349-8938
Street Closure Report
Week of August 17, 2020 - August 23, 2020
Current Closures
Current Closures
33
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Hercules N. Locust Stuart 08/01/20 12/31/20
The road will be closed as a part
of the 2019 Street construction
bundle Project. Hercules is set
to have reconstruction of the
curbs, gutters and the street.
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification, Mail outs (940) 349-7426
Hercules Lane E. Sherman
Dr.
Huntington
Dr.06/04/20 08/17/20
Completed removal and replace
of Hercules Lane in conjunction
of the added turn lanes for the
Sherman Crossing project.
Public Works
Inspections
Email Notification, Door
hangers (940) 391-6299
Hidden Meadows Trail
Intersection
with Vintage
Blvd
back of
Vintage blvd
right of way
03/16/20 08/31/20
Intermittent closures of this
intersection for construction
activities
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8938
Hudsonwood Berrydown Stockbridge 08/03/20 08/28/20
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
King Row Nottingham Dunes 07/20/20 08/21/20
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
Locust St.Prairie Highland 03/09/20 08/28/20
Storm drain improvements as
part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2
Project. East Side ln Closure
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-8938
Mockernut Rd.
Intersection
with Vintage
Blvd.
back of
Vintage
Blvd. right of
way
03/16/20 09/25/20
Intermittent closures of this
intersection for construction
activities.
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8938
Northcrest Rd Foxcroft Cir Emerson Ln 03/06/20 10/16/20
Water Distribution will be
replacing the water main and
water services.
Water N/A (940) 349-7278
Northwood Terrace North End Edgewood
Place 07/21/20 08/21/20
Street Reconstruction
Curb and gutter has already
been replaced.
Remove the old asphalt and
stabilize subgrade
Install asphalt pavement.
Streets message boards and
door hangers (940) 349-7146
Pockrus Page I-35 Cliffside 07/13/20 08/31/20
Section of paving being re-
done; waiting on finished
drainage
Private
Development N/A (254) 248-7624
Current Closures
34
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Prairie Elm Pierce 06/01/20 09/25/20 PEC 4 Utilities Engineering NextDoor, Direct
business contact (940) 349-8938
Prairie St.Locust St.Elm St.03/23/20 09/25/20
Storm drain improvements, as
part of Pec-4 Ph 1&2
Project. Street closed to thru
traffic.
Engineering Direct business contact (940) 349-8938
Precision Dr Airport Rd Peterbilt 09/10/20 10/06/20
Wastewater Collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main and services.
Waste Water N/A (940) 349-8909
Rockwood Lane Royal Lane Mistywood
Lane 07/20/20 09/30/20
Street Reconstruction
Remove and replace curb and
gutter as needed
Remove the old asphalt and
stabilize the subgrade
Install asphalt pavement
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Roselawn Bonnie Brae Bernard 05/12/20 09/18/20 Bonnie Brae Phase 1 Engineering NextDoor (940) 349-8938
Royal Lane Rockwood
Lane
Mistywood
Lane 07/20/20 09/30/20
Street Reconstruction
Remove and replace curb and
gutter as needed.
Remove old asphalt and
stabilize subgrade.
Install asphalt pavement.
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
Scripture Street Thomas
Street Malone 03/16/20 08/21/20
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
wastewater facilities
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-7426
Shagbark Dr
intersection
with Vintage
Blvd
back of
Vintage Blvd
right of way
03/16/20 08/31/20
Intermittent closure of the
intersection for construction
activities.
Engineering NextDoor, Email
Notification (940) 349-8938
Swan Park White Dove Glen Falls 07/20/20 08/21/20
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
Current Closures
35
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Walnut Elm Locust 08/05/20 08/28/20 Water Main Replacement engineering
Local traffic and
Deliveries will be
allowed. NO on street
parking will be allowed.
Fliers (940) 349-8938
Windsor E. Sherman Nottingham 06/15/20 08/01/21
This closure is to install
underground utilities in this area
with street Reconstruction to
follow.
Engineering NextDoor (940) 349-7426
Woodland St Frame St Cherrywood
Ln 08/03/20 11/30/20
Water Distribution will be
installing a new water main and
water services.
Water N/A (940) 349-7278
Total 31
Current Closures
36
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Bent Creek Kappwood Spring
Creek 01/06/20 04/24/20
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
Brainy Trace Ct Bent Creek Cul v Sac 06/29/20 07/27/20
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 08/07/20
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 08/07/20
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 07/31/20 Pavement for Fire Station #8
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
NextDoor, Direct
business contact (940) 205-9230
E. Windsor Old North
Rd.Armstrong 07/06/20 08/05/20
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
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
Street Closure Report
Week of August 17, 2020 - August 23, 2020
Completed Closures
Completed Closures
37
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Green Bend Winter
Creek Cul v sac 07/06/20 08/14/20
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
Headlee St.Mesquite At
Intersection 07/06/20 07/27/20
Curb and Gutter Repair. The
process starts with Barricading
the failed sections of, Curb and
Gutter remove and install
Curbs.
From Addresses 607 to 512
Mesquite
Streets N/A (940) 349-7146
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
Hollyhill Ln Longridge Dr Tennyson
Trl 03/06/20 07/27/20
Water Distribution will be
replacing the water main and
water services.
Water N/A (940) 349-7278
I35E northbound service
road located
500 ft west
of Bonnie
Brae
07/02/20 08/13/20 Wastewater collections will be
installing a new main line.Wastewater (940) 349-8909
John Paine Road
Southwest
Pump
Station
Johnson
Road 01/06/20 07/15/20
Install approximately 14,000
linear feet of 24-inch and 30-
inch water main along Old John
Paine and Allred between the
Southwest Pump Station and
South Bonnie Brae.
Water NextDoor (940) 349-8925
Completed Closures
38
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Johnson Daugherty Smith 06/15/20 07/17/20
This is a modification of the
previous street closure for
install new storm drain. Ground
conditions have changed on the
job site and will now require a
full street closure.
Drainage
Direct business contact,
Direct contact with
residents
(940) 349-7197
Johnson St.Smith St.Daugherty
St.05/18/20 07/17/20
Install new storm drain from the
intersection of Smith and
Johnson to the intersection of
Johnson and Daugherty.
Drainage NextDoor (940) 349-7197
Johnson Street; Smith
Street Dallas Drive
Daughtery
Street, at S
Locust
Street
04/06/20 07/31/20
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
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 07/31/20 Street Reconstruction Streets (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
Masch Branch U S 380 Jim Crystal 02/17/20 06/19/20
We will be reconstructing
Masch Branch from 380 to Jim
Crystal.
Streets Direct business contact,
Door hangers (940) 349-7146
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
N. Bell Ave Texas College 02/28/20 08/28/20 Sidewalk
Public Works
Inspections,
Private
Development
NextDoor (940) 205-9230
N. Carroll W.Oak McKinney
St.06/08/20 08/28/20
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
Completed Closures
39
Street/Intersection From To Closure
Start Date
Closure
End Date Description Department Upcoming
Info/Notes
Public
Meeting
Other
Communication
Department
Contact
Riney Rd N. Bonnie
Brae Hardaway 07/16/20 07/24/20 Tapping Sleeve water (940) 205-9230
Roberts St Bell Ave Cherrywood
Ln 02/10/20 08/07/20
Wastewater collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main line and services.
Wastewater N/A (940) 349-8909
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
Warren Ct.Wainwright
St.Locust St.12/16/19 08/07/20 Drainage Improvements as part
of Pec-4 Ph 1&2 Project Engineering Closed to thru traffic Direct business contact,
door hangers (940) 349-8938
Welch Street Union Circle Eagle Drive 06/22/20 07/15/20
Mill and Overlay: Welch Street
from Union Circle to Union
Circle and Highland to Eagle
Drive.
Streets
Due to a rain delay, We
had to reschedule the
section of Welch
between Highland and
Eagle Drive.
Notified UNT of the
project limits.(940) 349-7146
West Oak St / Jim Chrystal Western
Blvd.I35 07/06/20 08/12/20
Phased Road Reconstruction.
There is an attached TCP with
4 phases as well as a schedule.
Private
Development N/A (209) 603-8077
Windsor Drive North Locust Stuart 05/11/20 08/02/21
Installation of sewer and water
facilities.
Windsor Drive - Closed WB -
Open one Way EB
with street reconstruction to
follow
Engineering NextDoor (940) 349-7426
Woodland St Brown Dr Cherrywood
Ln 02/10/20 08/07/20
Wastewater collections will be
installing a new wastewater
main line and services
Wastewater N/A (940) 349-8909
Woodland Street N. Bell Frame 07/20/20 08/05/20
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
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Completed Closures
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