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HomeMy WebLinkAbout020626 Friday Staff Report City Manager’s Office 215 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201  (940) 349-8307 OUR CORE VALUES Inclusion  Collaboration  Quality Service  Strategic Focus  Fiscal Responsibility MEMORANDUM DATE: February 6, 2026 TO: The Honorable Mayor Hudspeth and Council Members FROM: Sara Hensley, City Manager SUBJECT: Friday Staff Report Upcoming Meetings 1. Public Utilities Board on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 2. Development Code Review Committee on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Development Service Center. 3. Board of Ethics on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room. 4. Historic Landmark Commission on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Development Service Center. 5. Library Board on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Emily Fowler Central Library. 6. Animal Shelter Advisory Committee on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Linda McNatt Animal Care & Adoption Center. 7. CANCELLED - Economic Development Partnership Board on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Development Service Center. 8. CANCELLED - Airport Advisory Board on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the Airport Terminal Meeting Room. 9. Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers. 10. CANCELLED - Health and Building Standards Commission on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Development Service Center. 11. Bond Oversight Committee on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the City Council Work Session Room. Please check the City of Denton website for final meeting days and times as information is subject to change after the Friday Report is published. Public Meetings & Agendas | Denton, TX (civicplus.com) General Information & Status Updates A. Winter Weather Response – During last week's winter storm, the City of Denton mobilized a multi-departmental response to protect residents and maintain essential services. Emergency Management coordinated briefings with the City Manager’s Office and department heads and produced daily Situation Reports for City leadership. A Microsoft Teams environment connecting Parks, Water Utilities, Streets, Public Safety, Dispatch, and Emergency Management enabled real-time field reporting and support requests. The Denton Community Shelter, operated by Our Daily Bread, expanded capacity and provided 24-hour a day shelter, meals, and donated supplies for persons experiencing homelessness over 10 consecutive days. No one seeking shelter at the facility was turned away without an alternative solution. Staff worked with nonprofit and community groups throughout the event to ensure the safety of persons experiencing homelessness in our community, and Community Services staff conducted outreach to known encampment sites in hard-to-reach locations. Streets and Drainage crews treated roadways with sand and ice melt, while water production increased compared to last year as residents responded to storm conditions. Water and Wastewater Field Operations addressed water main breaks, sewer line issues, and customer service calls. Denton Municipal Electric staffed additional crews and secured contractor support, responding to localized outages while maintaining reliable service. Solid Waste took proactive measures beginning Friday evening, with Commercial Front Load crews starting routes at 10:00 p.m. to complete Saturday's collections in advance and Roll Off crews placing additional containers at local hospitals. Throughout the event, landfill operations maintained skeleton crews to support City trucks, with staff clearing and sanding internal roads while coordinating with contracted haulers about facility availability. Commercial crews prioritized hospitals, senior living facilities, apartments, gas stations, and restaurants. By the Numbers: Emergency Management conducted six Winter Weather Briefings and daily Situation Reports. At the Denton Community Shelter, operated by Our Daily Bread, an average of 166 individuals slept overnight at the shelter, with a peak of 184 of 195 pre- prepared beds filled on Tuesday, Jan. 27. Streets and Drainage applied 1,185 tons of sand and 5,350 pounds of ice melt, while water production increased by 21 million gallons compared to 2024. Water and Wastewater Field Operations responded to four water main breaks, four sewer line chokes, and completed 75 customer water service calls between January 24-29. Denton Municipal Electric managed twelve localized outages, with the largest impacting 1,186 customers and the longest lasting 3 hours and 23 minutes. Solid Waste placed additional 30-yard containers at hospitals and restored 100% of commercial and residential service by week's end, completing both Wednesday's and Thursday's quadrants in a single day. Staff contact: Cassey Ogden, City Manager’s Office 2 B. Animal Shelter General Email Inbox Maintenance – The general Animal Services email inbox Animal.Services@cityofdenton.com will be temporarily unavailable from Monday, February 9 at 1:45 p.m. until Tuesday, February 10 at 4:00 p.m. for system maintenance. During this time, the public can reach the department via phone at (940) 349-7594, Denton 311 at (940) 349-7311, Police non-emergency dispatch at (940) 349-8181 (Option 1), or in person at the shelter during operating hours. Notification of the email maintenance is being done through signage posted at the facility, social media posts, and the Animal Services webpage. Staff contact: Nikki Sassenus, Animal Services C. Mayor’s Pet Spotlight – Meet Hercules, a true hero in every sense of the word! After being rescued by Denton Animal Services officers from a cruelty case, this mighty boy found himself at the shelter. He’s faced hardships no animal should ever endure, but just like the legend, Hercules has proven that strength isn’t just about muscles, it’s about heart. Despite his past, Hercules remains loving, trusting, and ready to start his next epic journey: finding a forever home. Hercules is friendly with other dogs, though he may bark when he hears them barking, maybe they’re just singing their champion song! If you’re looking for a loyal protector and best friend who’s ready to go the distance, Hercules is your guy. Please contact Denton Animal Services at (940) 349-7594 or via email at Animal.Services@cityofdenton.com. Staff contact: Bailey Coleson, Animal Services D. City Council Priorities Update – The City Manager’s Office is pleased to provide an update on Council priorities. See Attachment A below for the report, which is reflective of progress through the first quarter of the fiscal year. Initiatives aligned with Council priorities are also tracked and reported through the City’s performance management software and included, amongst over 100 initiatives supporting Council’s Key Focus Areas, on the City’s public-facing dashboard. Staff contact: Aimée Kaslik, City Manager’s Office 3 E. FY 2024-25 Year in Review - Please see Attachment B below for the FY 2024–25 Year in Review report, which highlights the City’s progress across Key Focus Areas. This year, the City advanced organizational excellence, enhanced infrastructure and mobility, fostered economic opportunity and affordability, strengthened community and quality of life, supported healthy and safe communities, and promoted sustainability. These efforts demonstrate our commitment to delivering high-quality services, investing in people and places, and building a resilient, inclusive Denton. By focusing on these initiatives today, Denton is creating opportunities and improving quality of life for generations to come. We also invite you to rewatch the Year in Review video, which shines a spotlight on some of the most significant accomplishments from the past year. Staff contact: Aimée Kaslik, City Manager’s Office F. Control Burn Updates – Denton Fire will be conducting controlled burns next week. The Burch property burn (off US-377 in Southwest Denton) will take place on Monday, February 9 as scheduled. A burn at North Lakes Park was originally scheduled for Tuesday, February 10. Weather conditions are not ideal for that burn. Instead, Fire will conduct a burn at the Davis Loop within Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center (3310 Collins Dr.) on February 10, if prevailing weather conditions allow. The purpose of both burns is to rejuvenate native grassland habitat and to encourage the growth of wildflower plants. Parks maintenance will provide heavy equipment support and will place “Trail Closed” Signs at Clear Creek before the burn. Additional notifications will be provided by Denton Fire on Nextdoor, Twitter (X), Facebook, and by placing “Fire Training Ahead” signage in proximity to each burn site beforehand. Staff contacts: David Boots, Fire and Marshall McGee, Parks and Recreation Birch Fire Plan - Feb. 9 2026 4 Responses to Council Member Requests for Information A. Bike Lanes on Malone – On Jan. 12, Mayor Pro Tem Rumohr inquired about the width of the new bike lanes on Malone being just 4 feet wide. To offer protected Bike lanes in the interim before the upcoming Safe Routes to School (SRTS) project initiates, staff incorporated the 4-foot bike lanes and 1 to 1.5-foot buffer with flex Bollards, reducing the vehicle travel lanes to 14.5 feet. Staff will explore the possibility of widening the bike lanes and reducing the current width of the vehicle travel lanes during the SRTS project. Staff contact: Chandra Muruganandham, Transportation Services B. Separate Metering of Utilities – At the Jan. 13, 2026, City Council meeting, Council inquired if separate metering of utilities for Accessory Dwelling Units could be allowed. Staff researched the matter and have determined that sperate metering of water utilities is not permissible. Per Design Criteria Manual Section 6.2.5.A: The City’s standard policy is that only one (1) meter for domestic use will be furnished to each lot. This preserves the structural integrity of our water mains by reducing the quantity of physical holes in them thereby also reducing leaks, preserves the integrity of our roads by reducing the necessary restoration (to deliver additional services) while utilizing the capabilities of each service line, and is most efficient for the City's operations. Property owners could pursue a private submeter owned and maintained by the property owner if desired, and the City would only measure the public meter to the lot. Separate metering of electric is allowed. Staff contact: Charlie Rosendahl, Development Services C. Accessory Structures – During the public comment period of the Feb. 3 City Council meeting, inquiries were made regarding two existing Accessory Structures. Specifically, whether the structures met the requirements of the Denton Development Code (DDC) and if they were being used as intended. Staff have researched the properties and have found both structures have received necessary permits and were determined to be compliant with the DDC and respective building codes. The structure on Emery Street was permitted as an Accessory Dwelling Unit in 2025 and has passed all necessary inspections. The structure on Broadway Street was permitted as a shed in 2021 and has passed all necessary inspections. There was concern expressed during public comment the structure on Broadway Street may be currently used as an Accessory Dwelling Unit. Upon inspection and subsequent discussions with the property owner on Feb. 4, staff confirmed the structure continues to be used as a shed. Staff contact: Charlie Rosendahl, Development Services 5 Upcoming Community Events and Public Meetings Please visit the City of Denton website for upcoming community events and details. Attachments A. Attachment A – Q1 Council Priorities Progress Report………….…………………………. B. Attachment B – FY 2024-2025 Denton Year in Review……………………………………. Informal Staff Reports A. 2026-018 Expired Non-Annexation Agreements………………………………………….. Information A. Council Requests for Information ......................................................................................... B. Public Meetings Calendar ..................................................................................................... C. Future Work Session Items ................................................................................................... D. Street Closure Report ............................................................................................................ 6 Attachment A Progress Report Council Priorities Report Created On: Feb 03, 2026 October 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025 7 Page 1 6 Key Focus Area 22 Priority 10 Initiative Report Legend Council Priority No Update Overdue Overall Summary % On Track 40 Some Disruption 30 Major Disruption 30Status 0 100 # Progress 30% 8 Page 2 Pursue Organizational Excellence and Collaborative and Respectful Leadership Improve Grants Management FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Strengthened Grant Management Through Centralized Oversight, Policy Development, and Strategic Collaboration: In response to a surge in awarded grants, Denton launched a comprehensive Grant Management Initiative to standardize internal processes and improve oversight. The City established a structured approach to grant administration, including the development of a Grant Management Policy and formation of a Grant Review and Oversight Committee. These efforts position Denton to proactively pursue funding opportunities while ensuring compliance and transparency. Implement 311 System FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Launched Denton 311 for Streamlined City Service Access and Community Engagement: The City successfully launched Denton 311, a centralized service platform that streamlines how residents, visitors, and staff request city services and report non-police emergencies. This milestone introduced a new mobile app (“Denton311”), a dedicated website, and 3-digit dialing from mobile phones, enhancing access to services such as code enforcement, electrical outages, water main breaks, and infrastructure concerns. Denton 311 replaces the Engage Denton app with a more robust and user-friendly interface, and its initial implementation is now fully operational across web, mobile, and phone platforms. Key Focus Area 1 Priority: 2 Priority 1.1 Priority 1.2 9 Page 3 Enhance Infrastructure and Mobility %# On Track 50 1 Major Disruption 50 1 Prioritize Street Maintenance and Roadway Funding The City of Dentonʼs roadway funding strategy—prioritizing maintenance over expansion—has begun to show measurable results. Adopted to improve long-term infrastructure health, reduce financial risk, and enhance safety, this approach emphasizes proactive care over new construction. To support transparency and guide future planning, the strategy requires annual reports detailing road conditions, maintenance schedules, and funding needs. In January 2023, City Council directed staff to identify an additional $5 million in annual funding to accelerate reconstruction efforts. If approved each year, this investment will help maintain a network-wide Overall Condition Index (OCI) score of 70 or higher and reduce the percentage of poor-condition roadways to 10% or less over a 40-year horizon. As part of this strategy, Denton established annual maintenance targets: Reconstruct 5 lane miles of poor-condition roadway Mill and overlay 10 lane miles of fair-condition roadway Resurface 30 lane miles of good-condition roadway Crack seal 40 lane miles of roadway FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Updated Roadway Impact Fee to Support Growth and Mobility: Denton finalized a comprehensive Roadway Impact Fee study and secured City Council adoption of an updated fee structure, marking a strategic milestone in its commitment to sustainable infrastructure funding. Effective January 1, 2025, this initiative ensures that future development contributes equitably to roadway improvements, reinforcing fiscal responsibility and advancing the Cityʼs long-term mobility strategy. Key Focus Area 2 Progress 43% Priority: 5 Initiative: 2 Priority 2.1 Streets Reconstructed Full reconstruction is done to comprehensively rebuild to a new condition and reduce the share of road surfaces assessed as poor or very poor.# Lane Miles2.72.72.7 4.44.44.4 1.01.01.0 FY22-23 FY23-24 FY24-25 0 2 4 6 Target ≥ 5.0 Annually Milling and Overlay This involves the removal of the top layer of a street and replacement with a new layer of bituminous pavement and is done to partially restore pavement around its mid-life (10-15 years old) to extend the quality of the roadway. In some instances, streets that were intended to be repaired using this approach must be reconstructed instead. This can result in the target for street reconstructions being exceeded while milling and overlay falls below the established target.# Lane Miles2.32.32.3 7.77.77.7 4.84.84.8 FY22-23 FY23-24 FY24-25 0 5 10 15 Target ≥ 10.0 Annually 10 Page 4 Identify Opportunities to Ease Travel throughout the City The City is working closely with federal and regional stakeholders, including the USDOT, TXDOT, the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Denton County, the Denton County Transit Authority, and other local jurisdictions. We are actively involved in several regional studies aimed at improving East-West travel opportunities and providing collective feedback from the City during project meetings. East-West travel is a significant regional issue and has been prioritized by Transportation Services staff and regional stakeholders in their planning efforts, such as: 1. US Department of Transportationʼs Strategic Plan [FY 2022-26] 2. Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan 3. The Metropolitan Transportation Plan [MTP 2050 of NCTCOG] 4. Denton County Thoroughfare Plan 5. Denton County Transit Study by NCTCOG 6. Recent Transit 2.0 Initiative by the NCTCOG 7. City of Dentonʼs Mobility Plan 8. Denton County Transit Authority Strategic Planning Process 9. APWA Certification Process for Traffic Operations Furthermore, staff participates in the Surface Transportation Technical Committee [STTC] at NCTCOG, which reviews, comments on, and prepares recommendations regarding surface transportation planning and funding transportation improvements in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area. Staff also participates in the Regional Transportation Council; the RTC is an independent transportation policy body of the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Dallas Fort Worth region. The STTC and RTC oversee and direct the metropolitan planning process in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area, and staffʼs participation ensures that the Cityʼs concerns are represented in regional planning efforts. Transportation Services Staff also participates in the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition meetings. The Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition (DRMC) is a transportation advocacy group made up of cities, counties and transportation agencies in a five-county region (Dallas, Denton, Collin, Rockwall and Ellis) with a primary mission to advance critical mobility projects through advocacy efforts with state and federal elected officials and regional transportation agencies. For additional information, please refer to the 2025 Semi-Annual Report from the Transportation Services Division. Expand the Bike and Pedestrian Network Surface Treated Streets A mixture of water, asphalt emulsion, aggregate, and chemical additives is applied to existing asphalt concrete pavement surfaces to preserve and protect the underlying pavement structure and provide a new driving surface. Typically performed every 3-5 years, it is a weather-dependent, seasonal activity.# Lane Miles51.451.451.4 55.455.455.4 20.520.520.5 FY22-23 FY23-24 FY24-25 0 25 50 75 Target ≥ 30 Streets Cracksealed Cracksealing is the process of placing an adhesive sealant into cracks on the pavement surface to prevent the infiltration of moisture and non-compressible materials into the pavement. This is typically done 1-2 years in advance of a micro seal and is a weather-dependent, seasonal activity.# Lane Miles37.637.637.6 111.6111.6111.6 134.3134.3134.3 FY22-23 FY23-24 FY24-25 0 50 100 150 Target ≥ 40 Priority 2.2 Priority 2.3 11 Page 5 Construct New City Hall with Potential for Retail Lease Space and Partnership Opportunities %# Major Disruption 100 1 Review and Develop Denton Development Code %# On Track 100 1 FY 2023-24 Highlights and Accomplishments Expanded Bike and Pedestrian Network Through Multimodal Strategy: Denton advanced its Mobility Plan by developing a comprehensive multimodal transportation approach, integrating bicycle and pedestrian networks to enhance connectivity and accessibility. This strategic effort included creating a prioritized work plan to deliver projects that support safe, sustainable travel options and improve overall mobility throughout the city. Work in this area continues through the implementation of the Mobility Plan. Explore Plan for a New City Hall Exploration of options for a new City Hall facility will be contingent on the availability of funding. In fiscal year 2022-23, the City is exploring General Obligation Bonds as a funding source for a new City Hall. A future City Hall building will be introduced for possible inclusion in a 2023 bond program and be evaluated by the City Council, then by a citizen bond committee, and finally in a November election by voters. To continue the project's exploration, staff will need to identify and secure additional funding to prepare and issue a new Request for Proposals (RFP) for concept and design documents. Concurrently, staff continues to evaluate potential new sites and opportunities, with an ongoing focus on maximizing space and efficiency at all existing City facilities. Priority 2.4 Progress 85% Initiative: 1 Initiative 2.4.1 Jan 01, 2023 - Sep 30, 2025 Major Disruption Progress 85% Priority 2.5 Progress 0% Initiative: 1 12 Page 6 Review and Update Denton Development Code As with all municipal development regulations, the 2019 Denton Development Code (DDC) must be updated regularly to stay current and maintain consistency with state law, Denton 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and other policy directives. City staff, in coordination with the Development Code Review Committee (DCRC), is reviewing the following topics. DDC updates are anticipated to follow: Updates to the Landscaping requirements to encourage water conservation and industry best practices. These amendments wrapped up with DCRC and are pending Tree Code updates before going to public hearing. Updates to the Tree Preservation requirements which focus on industry best practices and updating outdated or ineffective provisions. The following updates were recommended for approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) at their December 17, 2025, meeting. The proposals are scheduled for a public hearing at the January 13, 2026, City Council meeting: Regulations related Accessory Dwelling Units, including building scale, parking, setbacks, and permitted primary use. Regulations related to Townhomes, including a reduction of the minimum lot size in Mixed-Use Districts, removal of the limit on the maximum number of units, and modification to the open space requirement. Finally, changes in state law required a DDC amendment which was approved by City Council on December 16, 2025. These included the following: Update on how residential occupancy is calculated (Senate Bill 1567) Clarification on Home-Based Business regulations (House Bill 2462) Update public notification and protest procedures (House Bill 24) Initiative 2.5.1 Jan 01, 2022 - Ongoing On Track 13 Page 7 Foster Economic Opportunity and Affordability %# On Track 33 1 Some Disruption 33 1 Major Disruption 33 1 Implement the Economic Development Strategic Plan %# On Track 100 1 Implement Economic Development Strategic Plan This initiative provides for the implementation of the City's Economic Development Strategic Plan, which provides a modern approach to economic development and helps economic development efforts to be more strategic and effective in responding to forthcoming changes in Denton. It was built around three major goals: accelerate recovery, foster growth, and strengthen community inclusion. Developed based on input from stakeholder engagement and economic assessments, the set of strategies and actions identified under each goal are meant to provide the City with a roadmap to organize its programs and bolster Denton's vitality over the next several years. The Economic Development Strategic Plan is 86% complete. For more information on plan status, visit the Economic Development Strategic Plan Dashboard. Support Economic Development through Incentives and Additional Tools FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Supported Incentivized Projects to Drive Investment and Growth: The City of Denton is fueling economic development through a series of high- impact, incentivized projects that attract capital investment and generate quality jobs. Mayday Manufacturing is expanding its facility with a $14.5 million capital investment. Bloomfield Homes is constructing 248 new homes across two residential communities. Enginetech, a global plastic injection manufacturer, selected Denton for its North American headquarters—doubling its footprint, launching new product lines, and committing to 133 high-paying jobs, placing the company among Dentonʼs top 20 employers. Panel Rey, a gypsum compound manufacturer, is opening its first U.S. facility in Denton, creating 20 new jobs and investing $15 million. United States Cold Storage is adding 172 new jobs and investing $35 million to expand its existing Denton operations. In Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two, a developer reimbursement of $3,280,285.75 was issued to Westray Group, LP, supporting continued infrastructure and development efforts. Provide Incentives for Businesses to Reinvest in Downtown Denton FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Key Focus Area 3 Progress 40% Priority: 6 Initiative: 3 Priority 3.1 Progress 86% Initiative: 1 Initiative 3.1.1 Jan 06, 2020 - Jan 04, 2027 On Track Progress 86% Priority 3.2 Priority 3.3 14 Page 8 Focus on Affordable Housing with Implementation of the Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit %# Some Disruption 50 1 Major Disruption 50 1 Advanced Downtown Development Through Strategic Incentives and Planning: The City supported downtown development through targeted development district initiatives. Under TIRZ 1 Downtown, several incentivized projects received support for fire suppression, façade rehabilitation, and code improvements, including Rose Costumes/Denton MEP, Eagle Surveying, The Plot Twist, and the former McBrideʼs building. The TIRZ 1 boundary and term were amended to align with the 2024 Downtown Master Plan, expanding eligibility for grants and infrastructure improvements through 2040. Additionally, the City approved a one-time Downtown Utility Grant to support local businesses facing reduced foot traffic, with 28 businesses receiving reimbursements totaling over $20,000. In addition, this priority is specifically addressed in the Economic Development Strategic Plan (see Downtown Development). Enhance Support for Small Businesses FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Selected for ICMA Economic Mobility and Opportunity Cohort and Grant Program to Advance Inclusive Growth: Denton was chosen for the 2024 ICMA Economic Mobility and Opportunity Cohort and Grant Program, reinforcing its commitment to equitable economic development. In collaboration with Economic Development and Planning, Community Services launched a small business bootcamp, completed a comprehensive Equity Assessment, and established a scholarship fund for Southeast Denton residents. This fund provides free access to small business coaching and co-working space through a partnership with Stoke—empowering local entrepreneurs and fostering community-driven success. Focus on Attracting Major Employers This priority is specifically addressed in the Economic Development Strategic Plan (see Foster Growth: Connected Denton). FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Established Denton City Public Facility Corporation to Expand Affordable Housing and Public Development Partnerships: Bylaws for the Denton City Public Facility Corporation (DCPFC) were finalized following its incorporation. Staff presented policies, procedures, and proposed priorities to the DCPFC board, enabling the corporation to begin accepting partnership applications. This milestone strengthens Dentonʼs capacity to support affordable housing and public facility development through strategic collaborations. Developed Affordability Incentive Program to Promote Inclusive Housing Development: Aligned with the Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit, Denton introduced an Affordability Incentive Program by amending Subchapter 2 Section 12 of the Denton Development Code. The program offers up to nine zoning-based incentives to residential developments that dedicate at least 20% of new homes as affordable, encouraging inclusive growth and expanding access to housing across the city. Priority 3.4 Priority 3.5 Priority 3.6 Progress 18% Initiative: 2 15 Page 9 Implement the City's Housing Plan City Council adopted Denton's Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit on February 15, 2022. This housing plan furthers the City's commitment to fostering diverse housing options and opportunities in our community. The toolkit outlines five recommended strategies with targeted activities to deliver housing interventions. They are as follows: 1. Infill: Leverage empty space and underutilized buildings within existing urban areas for new housing development. 2. Zoning Relief: Offer slight zoning relief to new developments in exchange for affordability. 3. Capacity Building: Commit resources to developers, including non-profit developers, to increase their ability to produce housing at affordable rates. 4. Preservation: Maintain existing homes, while strengthening existing housing programs. 5. Information: Empower residents and property owners to make informed decisions by sharing data and information in targeted, accessible ways. City staff has been working to operationalize items in the Housing Incentive Package such as the Zoning Incentive Program, the Housing Tax Credit Policy, and the Public Facility Corporation. Additionally, staff has implemented an ongoing First-Time Homebuyer 101 Class that is free to residents. Of the 17 activities outlined in the toolkit, five have been completed, three are in progress, and nine have not moved beyond the exploration stage. For additional information and to track overall progress, please visit the Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit public-facing dashboard. Implement Affordable Housing Bond Initiatives This initiative is aimed at effectively utilizing bond funds, approved in 2023, to support the Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit, with the ultimate goal of increasing the amount of high-quality affordable housing in the City of Denton. City staff is continuing to prepare for initiatives funded by the Affordable Housing Bond, which is scheduled to begin expenditures FY 2026-27. Initiative 3.6.1 Feb 15, 2022 - Nov 30, 2027 Some Disruption Progress 30% Initiative 3.6.2 Apr 01, 2024 - Sep 30, 2028 Major Disruption Progress 5% 16 Page 10 Strengthen Community and Quality of Life %# Major Disruption 100 1 Partner with Vulcan Materials to Relocate Concrete Plant %# Major Disruption 100 1 Relocate Concrete Plant Vulcan Materials operates a batch plant in close proximity to Downtown and SE Denton. Relocation of the plant will result in a higher and best use for the site and remove an environmental hazard to both residents and businesses. The City, working with a broker, compiled and mapped a list of available, suitable sites and provided the information to the property owner. To date, the property owner has not selected an alternative site. Identify Regional Gaps in Services The City will explore regional gaps in services, such as libraries and food deserts, through master planning and economic development efforts as well as mapping tools available from third parties such has this map identifying grocery and food locations along with public transportation routes. Efforts are underway to work more collaboratively to close the food gap across Denton County as proposed in a recent study conducted by Southern Methodist University and area food banks. In addition, the Parks, Recreation, and Trails System Master Plan addresses strategies to ensure that residents have access to a quality park within a 10-minute walk from their home. Develop Strategic Approach to Land Acquisition Denton takes a proactive, plan-driven approach to acquiring land that supports future growth, connectivity, and sustainability. Guided by the Mobility Plan, Parks Master Plan, and Capital Improvement Program, the City focuses on securing property for roadway expansions, bike and pedestrian corridors, parks, and public facilities. Land purchases are prioritized based on alignment with long-range plans, growth corridors, and opportunities to maintain network continuity, while early acquisition helps reduce costs and avoid eminent domain. Funding strategies include voter-approved bonds, roadway and park impact fees, and partnerships with agencies and developers. This forward-thinking approach ensures Denton preserves critical corridors and positions the community for long-term success. Key Focus Area 4 Progress 20% Priority: 3 Initiative: 1 Priority 4.1 Progress 20% Initiative: 1 Initiative 4.1.1 Jun 01, 2022 - Jun 01, 2025 Major Disruption Progress 20% Priority 4.2 Priority 4.3 17 Page 11 Support Healthy and Safe Communities %# Some Disruption 100 1 Enhance Focus on Traffic and Speed Safety %# Some Disruption 100 1 Bolster Mental Health Services FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Enhanced Mental Health Division to Support Crisis Response and Outreach: The Mental Health Division was expanded to better serve individuals in crisis and those experiencing homelessness. The Crisis Intervention Response Team was transitioned to Community Services, aligning its work with outreach, prevention, and holistic support strategies. Initiate Vision Zero The City of Denton prioritizes transportation safety above all and is committed to enhancing current safety measures and identifying ways to reduce severe accidents, with the ultimate goal of achieving zero fatalities. The initial step towards this goal is the development of a Vision Zero Plan. To learn more about Vision Zero, click here. The Vision Zero Phase Two - Implementation Plan study is approaching completion, with an anticipated completion date by the end of February 2026. Following the completion of the phase 2 study, the draft-final report will be prepared for public release. The draft report will be made available for public review and city leadership comments to gather feedback for finalizing the report and to inform the next steps in advancing Vision Zero implementation. Key Focus Area 5 Progress 40% Priority: 2 Initiative: 1 Priority 5.1 Priority 5.2 Progress 40% Initiative: 1 Initiative 5.2.1 Jun 02, 2023 - Dec 31, 2026 Some Disruption Progress 40% 18 Page 12 Promote Sustainability and the Environment %# On Track 67 2 Some Disruption 33 1 Develop Policies to Align with Climate Action Plan Goals %# On Track 100 1 Expand Use of Electric Vehicles and Solar Power FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Advanced Electric Vehicle Fleet and Infrastructure Strategy: The Electric Vehicle and EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy was finalized, marking a key milestone in its commitment to sustainable transportation. The City expanded EV options for the municipal fleet, and public charging stations are now available at five city facilities. These efforts follow a comprehensive review of fleet readiness and reflect the Cityʼs proactive approach to supporting clean energy adoption and improving access to EV infrastructure for both municipal operations and the community. Expanded Emergency Response Fleet with Texasʼ First Electric Fire Truck: The Denton Fire Department made history with the arrival of Texasʼ first electric fire truck, marking a groundbreaking step in sustainable emergency response. This milestone reflects the City of Dentonʼs commitment to innovation, environmental stewardship, and modernizing public safety services while reducing the communityʼs carbon footprint. FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Launched Climate Action Plan Dashboard to Track Progress Toward Net-Zero Goals: Following the adoption of Dentonʼs first Climate Action Plan, the City launched a public-facing dashboard to provide transparent updates on progress toward community-wide sustainability goals. The dashboard tracks actions aligned with Dentonʼs Science-Based Targets, which aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, empowering residents and stakeholders to stay informed and engaged. To view the dashboard, click here. Key Focus Area 6 Progress 12% Priority: 4 Initiative: 3 Priority 6.1 Priority 6.2 Progress 0% Initiative: 1 19 Page 13 Develop Large-Scale Energy Policy %# On Track 50 1 Some Disruption 50 1 Champion Climate Action Plan The City of Denton established Science-Based Targets (SBTs) to reduce community-wide greenhouse gas emissions and ultimately reach net-zero emissions by 2050 (via ordinance 22-746, April 19, 2022). That ordinance called for a formal Climate Action Plan (CAP) to outline the path to achieving a SBT while addressing the need to build resilience to climate hazards and vulnerabilities. Subsequently, City Council adopted Denton's first Climate Action Plan (CAP) on August 6, 2024 (Resolution 24-1420). The CAP includes the following three primary goals tied to 16 actions. Goal 1: Enhance how the Denton community moves with improved active travel modes and efficient motor driven travel. Decarbonize fleet (all sources) Improve Active Transportation Infrastructure Encourage Walking and Biking (no emission modes) Decrease total number of trips taken in vehicles Facilitate Installation of Green Hydrogen Fueling Station Goal 2: Enhance buildings to improve efficiency, resilience, and reduce long-term impact. Encourage energy efficiency upgrades (existing bldgs.) Encourage Reduction in Overall Energy Consumption Encourage Very High Energy Efficiency Standard (new bldgs.) Encourage Zero-Emission Systems in buildings Reduce Waste produced per capita Increase waste diversion (reuse, recycling, composting, etc.) Maximize Organic Diversion for Renewable Natural Gas Reduce water consumption Goal 3: Enhance land use to improve access to necessities, minimize energy needs, and ensure connectivity across Denton. Enhance Access to Necessities (walkable communities) Increase local, renewable energy generation capacity Produce Renewable Natural Gas from Landfill Through this initiative, Environmental Services and Sustainability staff will work with other departments and the community to progress the 16 actions and create the structure to support ongoing tracking and reporting of this progress. An update was presented to both City Council and the Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee (SFAC) in July 2025, ensuring key stakeholders remain informed and engaged in ongoing initiatives. Immediately thereafter, the Climate Action Plan Dashboard was launched publicly to provide a transparent overview of progress toward established sustainability goals. FY 2024-25 Highlights and Accomplishments Updated Renewable Resource Plan to Sustain Long-Term Energy Goals: Although Denton achieved its 100% renewable energy offset goal in 2021, the Renewable Resource Plan was updated to ensure continued clarity, relevance, and strategic direction for future utility staff. The revised plan, approved by City Council and informed by community feedback, introduces targeted customer incentives to promote energy conservation during peak demand periods. This forward-looking approach aims to optimize usage, enhance grid resilience, and reduce the risk of service disruptions. Launched Development of New Renewable Generation and Battery Storage: Following City Council approval of the 2024 Denton Renewable Resource Plan, DME initiated the first phase of new generation resource development to meet long-term peak demand, support its 100% renewable portfolio, and comply with evolving state regulations. Key milestones include securing greenfield development services, evaluating joint ventures, Initiative 6.2.1 Ongoing - Ongoing On Track Priority 6.3 Progress 18% Initiative: 2 20 Page 14 completing financial analysis, hiring an ownerʼs engineer, obtaining site control, initiating interconnection procedures, and issuing a construction RFP. These actions position DME to pursue an Early Completion Bonus under Senate Bill 2627 and ensure reliable, sustainable energy for the next 20 years. Develop Renewable Energy Policy Develop a policy to establish the City's goal of providing 100% renewable energy to Denton Municipal Electric customers. The policy should include how this goal will be met, including parameters for the use of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs); the methodology for calculating the annual goal progression; and annual reporting requirements. A draft policy has been completed and internal review is ongoing. Develop Integrated Resource Plan Develop an Integrated Resources Plan (IRP) to address Denton Municipal Electric's electric generation needs for the next 15-20 years. The plan should review all available generation resources, including battery electric storage systems and demand side management; future and innovative generation resources like small modular nuclear reactors and hydrogen fueled facilities; and develop a diverse generation mix that is not singularly focused on intermittent resources like wind and solar. Denton Municipal Electric staff is working with Finance to develop a scope of work and associated request for proposals. Evaluate the City's Tree Code Staff has identified areas within the Denton Development Code (DDC) that need to be updated or clarified related to enforcement of the tree preservation regulations, and the landscape regulations need to be updated to align with the Cityʼs Water Efficiency Plan Update. At the April 28, 2025 Development Code Review Committee (DCRC) meeting, staff concluded discussions related to landscape regulations and introduced amendments to the Cityʼs tree preservation regulations. At the June and July DCRC meetings, staff presented information regarding tree preservation and the Texas Local Government Code, setting the foundation for the tree code amendment discussions. It is anticipated the DCRCʼs review of the tree code amendments will continue through the Fall of 2025. Once the DCRC has completed their review, staff will bring forth amendments to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council regarding DDC amendments to both the landscape and tree code regulations. Initiative 6.3.1 Jun 03, 2025 - Jun 03, 2026 On Track Progress 17% Initiative 6.3.2 Jun 03, 2025 - Jun 03, 2027 Some Disruption Progress 20% Priority 6.4 21 An overview of the City's Key Focus Areas, Objectives, and Accomplishments from Oct. 1, 2024, to Sept. 30, 2025 22 Pursue Organizational Excellence and Collaborative and Respectful Leadership Strategic Objectives Become an Employer of Choice • Conducted Employee Survey to Strengthen Workplace Culture and Drive Organizational Growth • Enhanced Programming to Strengthen Employee Recruitment, Retention, and Development • Launched Citywide Safety Management System to Improve Workplace Safety and Reduce Costs Ensure Quality Operations and Services • Earned All Six Transparency Stars from Texas Comptroller, Demonstrating Excellence in Financial Transparency • Developed Popular Annual Financial Report to Enhance Public Transparency and Financial Literacy • Developed Budget-in-Brief to Highlight Key Priorities and Promote Public Understanding • Implemented Zero-Based Budgeting to Align Departmental Funding with Current Needs and Strategic Priorities • Implemented Strategic Spending Reductions to Close Budget Gap and Stabilize Finances • Launched Denton 311 for Streamlined City Service Access and Improved Community Engagement • Modernized Utility Bill Design and Enhanced Customer Support Programs Strengthen Community and Surrounding Region • Enhanced Community Outreach and Education to Expand Capacity and Animal Welfare • Expanded Community Engagement with Police Department Through Quarterly Town Halls • Expanded Access to the Justice System Through Court on Campus and Court in the Community Events • Entered into Development Agreements with Municipal Utility Districts to Guide Growth By the numbers: • 99% of Employees Committed to the Organization’s Success • 94% Employees Rated City of Denton a Great Place to Work • 947,403 Social Media Engagements (113% Increase) • 3,955,713 Website Views Enhance Infrastructure and Mobility Strategic Objectives Support Strategic Investment in City Infrastructure and Facilities • Completed Design and Award for Bonnie Brae Phase 6 to Launch Major Roadway Expansion • Established Strategic Partnerships to Strengthen Capital Projects Delivery and Innovation • Enhanced ADA Compliance Across Municipal Facilities to Promote Accessibility and Inclusion • Constructed Lift Stations to Support Community Growth and Eliminate Aging Infrastructure • Completed Improvements at Lake Lewisville Water Treatment Plant to Maintain Operational Efficiency • Continued Implementation of Denton’s Roadway Funding Strategy Ensure a High Standard of Development • Updated Property Maintenance Code to Strengthen Community Standards and Safety • Convened Planning and Development Advisory Alliance to Improve Review Efficiency By the numbers: • $149 Million Value of Completed Capital Projects • 5.5 Lane Miles Restored with Milling and Overlay • 134.4 Lane Miles of Pavement Crack Sealed (20% Increase) • 4,012 Traffic Signs Replaced • 25,055 Square Feet of Sidewalks Repaired 23 Foster Economic Opportunity and Affordability Strategic Objectives Grow Denton’s Economic Vitality • Drove Major Economic Impact Through 31 Days of Halloween Programming • Secured Over 750,000 Square Feet in Leases to Advance Aviation Development at the Denton Enterprise Airport • Completed Financial Analysis to Guide Denton Enterprise Airport’s Sustainable Growth • Drove Economic Growth Through Major New Residential and Commercial Developments • Advanced Downtown Development Through Strategic Incentives and Planning Promote Housing Affordability and Family Stability • Developed Affordability Incentive Program to Promote Inclusive Housing Development • Established Denton City Public Facility Corporation to Expand Affordable Housing and Public Development Partnerships • Refocused Denton Community Shelter Services to Prioritize Long-Term Housing Stability • Established Collaborative Citywide Encampment Response to Improve Efficiency and Inform Policy • Updated Inclement Weather Policy to Ensure Responsive Operations at the Denton Community Shelter During Severe Conditions By the numbers: • $135,000 Value of Downtown Reinvestment Grants • $214,731,354 Value of Commercial Permits • 199,060 Flight Operations at Denton Enterprise Airport • $615,994 Expended on Affordable Housing Assistance Programs • $1,878,078 Expended on Homelessness Programs Strengthen Community and Quality of Life Strategic Objectives Preserve Community Character and Identity • Launched Public-Facing Dashboards to Enhance Transparency and Demonstrate Progress on the Design Downtown Denton and Southeast Denton Area Plans • Completed Downtown Parking Study to Support Design Downtown Implementation • Updated Short-Term Rental Regulations to Balance Neighborhood Integrity and Property Rights Strengthen Community Amenities • Enhanced Denton’s Visual Appeal through Public Art and Median Beautification Projects • Completed Land Acquisition and Design Plans to Connect Eagle Creek and Denia Park • Revitalized Playground Equipment to Enhance Safety and Recreation at North Pointe Park • Completed Key Safety and Aesthetic Renovations at Water Works Park • Achieved Accreditation through the Texas State Library Commission • Launched Family Place™ Libraries Project to Support Caregiver Engagement and Child Development • Implemented Aspects of the Library’s Strategic Plan to Enhance Services and Community Engagement By the numbers: • 35% of Historical Properties Preserved • 1,002,778 Visitors at Park Facilities (Historic High) • 2,608 Programs Offered at Recreation Centers • 495,927 Visitors at Library Branches • 1,109,555 Library Materials Checked Out 24 • 338,525 Calls Answered by 911 Dispatchers • 96% 911 Calls Answered within 15 Seconds • 6:14 Average Police Response Time (Priority 1 Calls) Promote Sustainability and the Environment Strategic Objectives Preserve Existing Natural Resources • Advanced Water Resource Planning Through Development of One Water Master Plan • Expanded Wastewater Surveillance to Strengthen Public Health Monitoring • Expanded Trash Abatement Program to Prevent Nearly 10,000 Pounds of Debris from Entering Waterways Increase Environmental Sustainability • Updated Renewable Resource Plan to Sustain Long-Term Energy Goals • Energized First Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation to Enhance Electric Service Reliability • Launched Development of New Renewable Generation and Battery Storage to Meet Long-Term Peak Demand • Advanced Electric Vehicle Fleet and Infrastructure Strategy and Deployed Texas’ First Electric Fire Truck Support Healthy and Safe Communities Strategic Objectives Enhance Safety of the Traveling Public • Established Vision Zero Task Force to Advance Traffic Safety Goals • Advanced Pedestrian Safety Measures Around Key Corridors and Campuses • Enhanced Traffic Signal Infrastructure to Improve Mobility and Efficiency Build Public Safety Capacity • Earned CAAS Accreditation with Perfect Score for Excellence in Emergency Medical Services • Achieved ISO Class 1 Rating for Fire Protection Excellence • Advanced Community Risk Reduction Strategies to Strengthen Public Safety • Enhanced Mental Health Division to Support Crisis Response and Outreach • Advanced Technology to Boost Officer Preparedness and Real-Time Crime Prevention • Deployed Real-Time Police Intelligence Platform to Enhance Situational Awareness By the numbers: • 24,150 Calls for Services to Denton Fire Department • 4:15 Average Fire Response Time • Achieved Bird City Texas Certification for Conservation Leadership • Enhanced Monitoring and Public Transparency to Provide Deeper Insight into Local Air Quality • Established Native Pollinator Garden to Support Local Biodiversity • Awarded Green Stormwater Infrastructure Grant for Rain Garden Enhancements • Launched Climate Action Plan Dashboard to Track Progress Toward Net-Zero Goals • Piloted Commercial Organics Collection to Advance Waste Diversion Goals • Established Denton as a National Leader in Recycling Quality through Sustained Efforts to Reduce Contamination By the numbers: • $823,032 in GreenSense Rebates Processed • 28.4% Residential Waste Diverted from the Landfill • 17% Recycling Contamination Rate (Record Low) • 405,333 Tons of Waste Accepted at the Landfill View the strategic plan dashboard 25 Organization • Best of Denton Awards Nominee for Local Industry and Place to Work Categories Denton Enterprise Airport • Texas Department of Transportation Aviation National/Regional Airport of the Year Denton Municipal Electric • American Public Power Association Diamond Safety Award of Excellence for Outstanding Safety Performance • American Public Power Association Excellence in Reliability Award Development Services • Texas Chapter of the American Planning Association Planning Excellence Award (3rd Consecutive Year) Economic Development • Governor’s Cup Recognition for Economic Development Success Environmental Services and Sustainability • State of Texas Alliance for Recycling Environmental Awareness Education Award • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Education Award Finalist Finance • Government Finance Officers Association Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting (38th Consecutive Year) • Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award (39th Consecutive Year) • National Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award for Innovation and Leadership in Public Purchasing Library • Texas Municipal Library Directors Association Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award Marketing and Communication • Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers Awards of Honor for Marketing Plan and Campaign, Use of Vertical Video, and Media Relations Effort • Texas Recreation and Parks Society Promotions and Marketing Excellence Award for Denton Halloween • Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors First Place Awards for Instruction/Training, Event/Program Promotion, Animal Services, and Military • Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors Second Place Honors in Public Education, Fire Department, Energy Conservation, and Storytelling • Government Social Media Awards for Best Brand Voice and Best Paid Campaign Parks and Recreation • United States Tennis Association National Facility of the Year for the Denton Tennis and Pickleball Center • Scenic Texas Scenic City Platinum Award • Texas Public Pool Council Safety Program of the Year for Ginnings Elementary’s Swim for Success • Texas Recreation and Parks Society North Region Communications Excellence Award • Texas Recreation and Parks Society North Region Excellence in Programming Award • DFW Parks and Recreation Directors Association Arts Awards for Entertainment and Inclusion • Best of Denton Awards for Recreation Centers, Aquatics, and Community Events • Kaliff Parks and Recreation Awards for Special Event Programming, Marketing and Programming, Community Inclusion Programming, and Innovative Recreation Programming • Keep America Beautiful’s President’s Circle Award • Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA Growth Award Solid Waste and Recycling • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Environmental Excellence Award for Innovative Waste Management Water Utilities and Street Operations • American Water Works Association Partnership for Safe Water Director’s Award (2nd Consecutive Year) • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Texas Optimization Award for Lake Lewisville Water Treatment Plant (7th Consecutive Year) • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Texas Optimization Award for Ray Roberts Water Treatment Plant (4th Consecutive Year) 26 February 6, 2026 Report No. 2026-018 INFORMAL STAFF REPORT TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: Expired Non-Annexation Agreements SUMMARY: In 2024, City staff began reengaging owners of properties who have expired Non-Annexation Agreements (“NAA”s) in an attempt to have those properties come into compliance by signing a new agreement with an updated expiration date, similar to what was done with other Non- Annexation Agreements in 2020. 11 properties still have not signed new NAA’s and based on prior City Council direction, staff will begin bringing forward cases over the next several months to City Council for those properties to be annexed. BACKGROUND: In accordance with State Law, non-annexation agreements (NAAs) were initially offered to property owners between 2010 and 2016 when the City was in the process of annexing land area within the Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ). Texas Local Government Code Section 43.016 requires municipalities to offer NAA agreements to property owners of land area the City is interested in annexing if that land area is appraised for tax purposes as having agricultural, wildlife management, or timber use. In addition, the City also offered NAAs to properties used as single- family residences. NAAs entered into during this initial time period had an original expiration date of August 2020. In 2020, City Council directed staff to offer extensions of the NAAs to August 2040. In accordance with State Law, the total duration of the NAA shall not exceed 45 years. The general requirements of the NAAS are as follows: • The property may only be used for single-family residential, agricultural, wildlife, timber, or related uses. • City of Denton regulations apply to proposed development. • Development applications and building permits must be submitted and approved through the City of Denton. • Land may be subdivided into smaller parcels via plating, provided the minimum lot size is at least 5 acres. • Notification must be provided to the City if the property is sold. • Properties with agriculture, wildlife management, or timberland exemptions are required to provide notice to the City if there is a change in exemption status. • If the property owner does not abide by these requirements, or if the NAA expires, the City may proceed with annexation of the property. Following Council direction in 2020, staff began engaging with property owners with expired NAAs in an effort to enter into new agreements with 2040 expiration dates. Between 2020 and 2021 a majority of property owners with expired NAAs entered into new agreements; however, 18 NAAs remained expired. 27 February 6, 2026 Report No. 2026-018 In 2024, staff revisited the topic of expired NAAs with City Council. Direction was given to contact the property owners of the 18 expired agreements to extend the NAAs and pursue annexation for any remaining expired NAAs. Initial letters offering NAA extensions were mailed in May 2024 with follow-up letters in June prior to the initial response deadline of June 21, 2024. Additional letters were mailed in September 2024. Currently, 7 of the 18 property owners with expired NAAs have entered into new agreements with the City. 11 NAAs remain expired and the City has begun the process of annexing these areas. There was a delay in bringing these annexation cases forward because there was a significant number of bills submitted during the 89th Legislative Session, which may have impacted annexation law. Over the next several months, City Council can expect to see annexation cases on agendas related to the expired NAAs. Prior to scheduling properties for annexation, staff will mail one final letter to property owners offering an extension of the NAA to 2040. If the owner does not respond, the annexation process will begin. If at any point during the annexation process the property owner indicates a desire to reenter into a NAA rather than be annexed into the City, staff will work with the owner to receive an updated agreement and suspend the annexation proceedings. Given the number of expired NAAs, staff will bring forward the annexation cases in groups based on parcel size, beginning with the smallest parcels. The first three of these items will be considered by City Council on February 17, 2026. ATTACHMENTS: STAFF CONTACT: Angie Manglaris, AICP Assistant Planning Director, Development Services angie.manglaris@cityofdenton.com REQUESTOR: Staff Initiated STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: 1 hour PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS: Development Services Department 28 Friday Report - Council Requests FY 25-26Summary of Request or ItemCouncil Member Requestor Date Received Staff AssignedDepartmentCommentsStatus1Southmont Place fence right-of-way Mayor Hudspeth01/28/26 Charlie RosendahlDevelopment ServicesReferred to staff.2Corbin Road plansMayor Pro Tem Rumohr02/03/26 Charlie RosendahlDevelopment ServicesReferred to staff.3Lamar billboard requestCouncil Member Byrd02/04/26 Charlie RosendahlDevelopment ServicesReferred to staff.4Temporary use permitsMayor Hudspeth02/05/26 Charlie RosendahlDevelopment ServicesReferred to staff.5Sledding on roadsCouncil Member Holland 01/30/26 Tony SalasPoliceResponse sent.6Safe Routes to Schools inquiry Council Member Beck02/02/26 Farhan ButtDevelopment ServicesResponse sent.7Texas Certified Scenic City Application Council Member Byrd02/03/26 Allison WingParksResponse sent.8Railyard Quiet Zone requestCouncil Member Byrd02/04/26 Cassey OgdenCMOResponse sent.9Thistle Hill drainageCouncil Member Holland 02/03/26 Seth GarciaCapital Projects/Engineering/Public Works Response sent.10Scripture CO applicationMayor Hudspeth01/20/26 Charlie RosendahlDevelopment ServicesReferred to staff.29 30 Meeting Calendar City of Denton City Hall 215 E. McKinney St. Denton, Texas 76201 www.cityofdenton.com Criteria : Begin Date: 2/9/2026, End Date: 5/15/2026 Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body February 2026 2/9/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 2/9/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center 2/9/2026 5:30 PM Board of Ethics Council Work Session Room 2/9/2026 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center 2/9/2026 5:30 PM Library Board Emily Fowler Central Library 2/11/2026 10:00 AM Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Animal Services Training Room 2/11/2026 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Board CANCELLED 2/11/2026 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board CANCELLED 2/11/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 2/12/2026 3:00 PM Health & Building Standards Commission CANCELLED 2/13/2026 9:00 AM Bond Oversight Committee City Hall Work Session Room 2/17/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 2/19/2026 8:30 AM Downtown Economic Development Committee Development Service Center 2/20/2026 9:00 AM Community Partnership Committee City Hall Work Session Room 2/20/2026 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Committee Development Service Center 2/23/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 2/23/2026 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center 2/25/2026 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room 2/25/2026 12:00 PM Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board Development Service Center 2/25/2026 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East Human Resources Training Room Page 1City of Denton Printed on 2/6/202631 Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body Meeting Calendar continued... 2/25/2026 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee City Council Work Session Room 2/25/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers March 2026 3/2/2026 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center 3/2/2026 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board Civic Center Community Room 3/3/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 3/5/2026 8:00 AM Agenda Committee Council Work Session Room 3/9/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 3/9/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center 3/9/2026 5:30 PM Library Board North Branch Library 3/11/2026 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Board Development Service Center 3/11/2026 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room 3/12/2026 3:00 PM Health & Building Standards Commission Development Service Center 3/18/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 3/20/2026 9:00 AM Community Partnership Committee City Council Work Session Room 3/20/2026 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Committee Development Service Center 3/23/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 3/23/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center 3/23/2026 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center 3/24/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 3/25/2026 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room 3/25/2026 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East Human Resources Training Room 3/25/2026 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee City Council Work Session Room April 2026 Page 2City of Denton Printed on 2/6/202632 Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body Meeting Calendar continued... 4/2/2026 8:00 AM Agenda Committee Council Work Session Room 4/2/2026 8:30 AM Downtown Economic Development Committee Development Service Center 4/6/2026 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board Civic Center Community Room 4/7/2026 12:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 4/7/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 4/8/2026 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Board Development Service Center 4/8/2026 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room 4/8/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 4/9/2026 3:00 PM Health & Building Standards Commission Development Service Center 4/13/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 4/13/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center 4/13/2026 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center 4/13/2026 5:30 PM Library Board South Branch Library 4/17/2026 9:00 AM Community Partnership Committee Council Work Session Room 4/21/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 4/22/2026 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East Human Resources Training Room 4/24/2026 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Committee Development Service Center 4/27/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room 4/27/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center 4/27/2026 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center 4/29/2026 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room 4/29/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers May 2026 5/4/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room Page 3City of Denton Printed on 2/6/202633 Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body Meeting Calendar continued... 5/4/2026 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board Civic Center Community Room 5/5/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 5/7/2026 8:00 AM Agenda Committee Council Work Session Room 5/8/2026 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Committee Development Service Center 5/11/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center 5/11/2026 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center 5/11/2026 5:30 PM Library Board Emily Fowler Central Library 5/12/2026 12:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 5/13/2026 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Board Development Service Center 5/13/2026 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room 5/13/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers 5/14/2026 3:00 PM Health & Building Standards Commission Development Service Center Page 4City of Denton Printed on 2/6/2026 34 Meeting Date Item Legistar ID Departments Involved Type Estimated Time A. Performance Management Audit 25-2151 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 B. DME Utility Billing 25-2296 DME City Business 0:45 C. Mosquito Surveillance Response Plan (MSRP) 25-2291 Environmental Services City Business 0:30 D. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business 0:30 Total Est. Time: 2:45 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. Financial Policies 26-0154 City Manager's Office City Business 0:45 B. Credit Card Fee Discussion 26-0057 Finance City Business 0:45 C. Surplus Property 25-2294 Development Services City Business 0:30 D. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): City Attorney & City Auditor Mid- year Perf. Reviews Legal (if any)City Business 1:00 Total Est. Time: 3:30 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. Community Forever Village 26-2429 Development Services City Business 0:45 B. Audit follow-up of Solid Waste Operations 26-2456 Internal Audit City Business 0:15 C. Audit follow-up of Fire Prevention 26-2457 Internal Audit City Business 0:15 D. External Audit 25-2325 Finance City Business 0:30 E. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30 Closed Meeting Item(s): Judge Mid-year Perf. Review Legal (if any)City Business 0:30 Total Est. Time: 2:45 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. City Business 0:00 B. Denton ISD DISD Business 0:00 C. City Manager's Office City Business 0:00 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business 0:00 Total Est. Time: 0:00 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. TBD City Business 0:00 B. TBD City Business 0:00 X. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:00 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business 0:30 Total Est. Time: 0:30 Other Major Items for Meeting: A. Police Annual update 26-0033 Police City Business 0:00 B. Fire Annual Update TBD Fire City Business 0:00 C. Audit of City-Wide Overtime 25-2152 Internal Audit City Business 0:30 X. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:00 Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business 0:30 Total Est. Time: 1:00 Other Major Items for Meeting: Animal Services Building Update TBD City Manager's Office City Business 1:00 Streets Operations and Service Levels 25-1625 Water Utilities & Street Ops City Business 0:45 Item Date Approved Department Next Step Requestor Board of Ethics develop guidance for interactions with external partners 6/18/2024 Internal Audit Work Session CM Beck Boards and Commissions Update 26-0129 City Secretary's Office City Business CM Jester March 24 Work Session (@ 2:00 p.m.) Special Called Meeting (Upon conclusion of the Work Session) April 7 Work Session (@ 2:00 p.m.) Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.) April 21 Work Session (@2:00 p.m.) Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.) April 7 Special Called Joint Meeting with Denton ISD (@ 11:00 a.m.) March 3 Work Session (@ 2:00 p.m.) Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.) Council Priorities and Significant Work Plan Items to be Scheduled Tentative Work Session Topics and Meeting Information Updated: February 5, 2026 Approved Council Pitches to be Scheduled February 17 Work Session (@ 2:00 p.m.) Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.) *This is for planning purposes only. Dates are subject to change.35 1 Street Closure Report: Upcoming ClosuresSCR Feb. 9th - 15thStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact Closure Type1Bonnie Brae StConquest DrElm St N (US 77)02/16/26 02/27/26 Contractor will be installing storm drain lines,laterals, and curb inlets along Bonnie Brae.EngineeringJesus PerezFull Closure2Photinia Ave (6001)Cattail LnHeron Pond Ln03/02/26 03/27/26 Concrete Panel and Sidewalk repairStreetsRoy san MiguelLane Closure3Roselawn DrBernard StRoselawn Cir02/16/26 08/31/26 Demo Roselawn to rebuild and add sidewalks,for Roselawn Village Apartments.Private DevelopmentKent Bull RiversRolling Closure4Roselawn DrBernard StRoselawn Cir02/16/26 08/31/26 Demo Roselawn to rebuild and add sidewalks,for Roselawn Village Apartments.Private DevelopmentKent Bull Rivers Exported on February 5, 2026 12:03:54 PM CST36 2 Street Closure Report: Current ClosuresStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact Closure Type1Alice StPanhandle StCrescent St05/02/25 06/15/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure2Apollo DrRedstone RdSelene Dr07/24/25 02/13/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringScott FettigFull Closure3Apollo DrRedstone RdSelene Dr09/29/25 03/28/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure4Audra LnNottingham Dr/Audra LaneOak Valley01/19/26 02/27/26 TCP to be used to install drainage pipe and make street repairs. Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaFull Closure5Audra LnLattimore StMack Pl01/19/26 02/27/26 TCP to be used during sidewalk construction.Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaLane Closure6Audra Ln (EB)Audra LnOak Valley10/01/25 02/27/26 Utility Contractor to install drainage pipe across Audra Lane.Private DevelopmentZabdiel Mota-Balderas Lane Closure7Audra Ln (WB)Audra LnOak Valley10/01/25 02/27/26 Utility Contractor to install drainage pipe across Audra Lane.Private DevelopmentZabdiel Mota-Balderas Lane Closure8Bell St N (1912)University Dr / US380Sherman Dr02/02/26 02/27/26 ADA / Sidewalk RepairStreetsRoy San MiguelLane Closure9Bernard St NHickory StChestnut St02/06/26 07/24/26 Utility installations and pavement replacementEngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure10Bonnie Brae StBronco Way / Riney RdElm St N (US 77)01/14/26 02/16/26 Contractor will be installing storm drain lines, laterals, and curb inletsalong Bonnie Brae.OtherJesus PerezFull Closure11Buckingham DrHercules LnSherman Dr11/17/25 07/03/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure12Cordell StFulton StCoit St09/15/25 03/06/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringScott FettigFull Closure13Denton StHickory StCongress St06/02/25 03/13/26 Atmos gas line installationEngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure14Donna RdElm StEnd11/17/25 03/27/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure15Eagle DrAve CAve A03/17/25 04/01/26 Using it or an entrance due to elevation changes in the jobsite it is theonly way to get into the sitePublic Works Inspections Collin ColeLane Closure16Egan StCarroll BlvdBolivar St05/07/25 02/13/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure17Emery StDead EndAlice St09/29/25 03/27/26 Full Road ReconstructionEngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure18Fulton St NCordell StEmery St09/29/25 03/27/26 Full Road ReconstructionEngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure19Hickory Creek RdRiverpass DrCountry Club Rd (FM 1830) 03/13/23 12/31/26 Bridge InstallationEngineeringTracy BeckFull Closure20Huntington DrSun Valley DrHercules Ln10/20/25 03/31/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure21Jupiter DrRedstone RdSelene Dr02/02/26 07/31/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure22Lattimore StMozingo StAudra Ln01/19/26 02/27/26 TCP to be used for street paving.Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaFull Closure23Margie StAve AMcCormick St11/17/25 02/20/26 Installing sewerPublic Works Inspections Stephany TrammellFull Closure24Mayhill Rd S600ft North of Edwards Rd400ft South of Edwards Rd 10/20/25 07/30/26 Waterline tap being installed on Mayhill EasmentPublic Works Inspections Collin ColeRolling Closure25Mulberry StAve CAve D12/03/25 02/20/26 Tri Dal working on water lines/ Water VaultPublic Works Inspections Ryan DonaldsonLane Closure26Neptune DrRedstone RdSelene Dr11/24/25 05/08/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure27Normal StScripture StOak St08/18/25 02/20/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure28Northridge StHinkle DrBolivar St04/16/25 04/20/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleRolling Closure29Oak StCarroll BlvdFry St04/21/25 02/27/26 Mastec relocating gas linesPublic Works Inspections Stephany TrammellRolling Closure30Oak StWelch StAve C04/28/25 02/27/26 Mastec relocating gas linesPublic Works Inspections Stephany TrammellRolling Closure31Paisley StPace DrOak Valley01/05/26 03/02/26 TCP lane closure to be used for water tap performed by COD WaterDepartment.Public Works Inspections Zabdiel MotaLane Closure32Panhandle StFulton StDenton St01/07/26 05/22/26 Pavement replacementEngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure33Parkway StDenton StCarroll Blvd10/20/25 04/21/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringScott FettigFull Closure34Pershing DrAtlas DrStuart Rd05/08/25 03/27/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure35Ponder StOak St WPanhandle St06/02/25 03/27/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure36Prairie StWelch StBernard St11/05/25 02/20/26 Pavement replacementEngineeringScott FettigFull Closure37Quail Creek DrBerry Down LnStockbridge Rd10/20/25 04/20/26 Waterline Tap being installed/Road patchPublic Works Inspections Collin ColeLane Closure38Redstone RdHercules LnNeptune Dr05/05/25 06/12/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure39Royal AcresHercules LnSherman Dr12/01/25 06/26/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure40Scripture StJagoe StPonder St03/04/25 03/31/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringScott FettigFull Closure41Sheraton RdImperial DrSun Valley Dr08/11/25 03/27/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure42Stockbridge DrHudsonwood DrQuail Creek Dr10/20/25 04/20/26 Utilities being upsizedPublic Works Inspections Collin ColeLane Closure43Stuart Rd and Pershing Intersection Selene DrJuno Ln12/15/25 02/13/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure44Sundown BlvdMustang DrSpur Ct01/08/26 02/13/26 Sign into existing utility linePublic Works Inspections John CantuLane Closure45Sunset St ECarroll BlvdBolivar St07/07/25 04/24/26 Utility installations and pavement replacement.EngineeringScott FettigFull Closure46Waterside PlHickory Creek RdRiver Chase Trl02/02/26 03/27/26 ADA / Sidewalk/ Asphalt Street RepairStreetsRoy San MiguelLane Closure47Western Blvd NB (1450)Jim Christal RdUniversity Dr / US 38002/02/26 02/13/26 North bound outside lane closurePrivate DevelopmentKirk WinterLane Closure Exported on February 5, 2026 12:04:08 PM CST37 3 Street Closure Report: Completed ClosuresStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact Closure Type1Amarillo StHaynes StCongress St08/11/25 01/22/26 Utility installations andpavement replacement.EngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure2Audra LnLattimore StRustling Oaks Dr09/24/25 01/09/26 COD Water department toperform taps for developer.Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaLane Closure3Audra LnPaisley StAt Intersection12/15/25 01/09/26 Sidewalk / ADA Repair StreetsRoy San MiguelLane Closure4Audra LnRustling Oaks DrOak Tree Dr09/24/25 01/30/26 COD Water Department toperform water taps fordeveloper.Private DevelopmentZabdiel Mota-Balderas Lane Closure5Audra Ln (EB)Audra LnOak Valley10/01/25 01/30/26 COD Water department toperform water taps.Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaLane Closure6Audra Ln (WB)Audra LnOak Valley10/01/25 01/30/26 COD Water Department toperform water taps.Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaLane Closure7Creekdale DrThistle WayMeandering Way01/09/26 01/16/26 They redoing the approach onCreekdalePublic Works Inspections John cantuFull Closure8Lattimore StMozingo StAudra Ln09/24/25 01/09/26 Water taps to be performed byCOD Water Department.Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaRolling Closure9Mills RdMayhill RdCunningham Rd01/19/26 01/21/26 Asphalt saw cutting and pavingfor new turn lanePublic Works Inspections Alexander CervantesLane Closure10Mockingbird LnMingo RdUniversity Dr (U.S. 380) 06/16/25 01/09/26 Bore work to install newsanitary sewer line.Private DevelopmentZabdiel MotaLane Closure11Mounts AveCongress St WHaynes St08/01/25 01/22/26 Utility installations andpavement replacementEngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure12Thistle WayCreekdale DrVickery Way01/09/26 01/16/26 They redoing the approach onCreekdalePublic Works Inspections John cantuFull Closure13Welch StMulberry StHickory St10/01/25 01/09/26 Utility relocation and pavementreplacementEngineeringMegan DavidsonFull Closure14Weslayan Dr (2816) Kirby DrDunlavy Rd01/05/26 02/06/26 Concrete Panel Repair StreetsRoy San MiguelLane Closure Exported on February 5, 2026 12:04:30 PM CST38