HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-006 Sustainability Framework Fund Work Plan October 31, 2025 Report No. 2025-006
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Sustainability Framework Fund Workplan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 recommended by the
Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee has recommended the FY2025-2026
Sustainability Framework Fund Workplan linked below.
BACKGROUND:
The Sustainability Framework Fund, established via Ordinance 21-1698 on August 17, 2021,was
intended to commit revenue to sustainability initiatives.An annual Sustainability Framework Fund
Workplan (Workplan) was called for to be reviewed and recommended by the Sustainability
Framework Advisory Committee(SFAC). The Workplan is developed based on revenue estimates
and funds are not expended or encumbered prior to accrual.
The FY2022-2023 Workplan FY2022-2023 Sustainability Framework Fund Workplan.pdf
approved by City Council on January 10, 2023, was based on a revenue estimate of$4,000,000,
while actual revenue for FY2022-2023 was $1,286,099.75. The FY2022-2023 Workplan was
continued into FY2023-2024. Based on revenue estimates for FY2024-2025 a refined Workplan
was developed that prioritized projects and programs from the approved FY2022-2023 Workplan
and aligned with revenue projections. FY2024-2025 Sustainability Framework Fund
Workplan.pdf
The FY2025-2026 Workplan, FY2025-2026 Sustainability Framework Fund Workplan.pdf
recommended by the Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee, includes $1,100,000 of
projects and programs that have been prioritized and recommended by the SFAC.
FY 2025-2026 Workplan Projects and Programs
Project/Program Budget
Energy efficient /minor home repair pilot for low income. $350,000
Low water use medians/ecos stem protection enhancement $200,000
Electric vehicle rebate $150,000
Electric bike rebate $100,000
Air quality sensors O&M $7,500
Electric lawn equipment $100,000
Parks electric mowers $52,500
Bike lane/sidewalk connections $140,000
TOTAL $1,100,000
October 31, 2025 ReportNo. 2025-006
DISCUSSION:
The approved FY2022-2023 Workplan contained several projects that have experienced delays
such as Electric Vehicle Charging Stations for city fleet. The City has been able to primarily use
existing infrastructure for existing and new fleet. In the coming years as city EV fleet grows this
effort will be initiated. Projects from the FY2022-2023 Workplan funded to date include an Air
Quality Sensor Network, Electric Fire Engine and Denton Police EBike acquisitions, Electric
Vehicle, EBike, and Electric Lawn Equipment incentive programs. Other projects did not require
support from the Sustainability Fund such as Styrofoam densifier, city facility energy
conservation, irrigation incentives, and dollars held to support grants that were not awarded. The
FY 2025-2026 Workplan will be implemented based on the current Sustainability Fund balance.
The revenue for the fund has been inconsistent and as such Environmental Services &
Sustainability is focused on accrued revenue for project/program planning and costs. As the fund
grows, future workplans will include that revenue for programs and projects.
STAFF CONTACT:
Michael Gange, Director of Environmental Services and Sustainability
Michael.Gange@cityofdenton.com
(940) 349-7165
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: 2 hours
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: Environmental Services and Sustainability