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August 6 - Agenda Questions & Responses August 6 - Agenda Questions & Responses smartsheet 1• � don/Comment ResponseStaff 08/04/24 Mayor Hudspeth Work Session C. 24-251 A.I'm sorry,I cannot find it...where are staffs responses to the audit A.Audit generally does not request new management responses for a follow-up review since responses were provided findings? as part of the original audit.Original responses to each audit recommendation can be seen directly after each recommendation under the subheading"Fleet Services Division Comments." B.What is required to help expedite the suggested changes? B.Fleet Management is dedicated to implementing all recommendations from the audit conducted in 2023.Out of the 21 recommendations,19 have been either completed or are currently in progress.Recognizing the potential risks identified in the audit,an aggressive follow-up timeline was implemented to keep progress at the forefront.For the remaining three (3)recommendations,a plan is in place for their implementation.Additionally,the department acknowledges the importance of more frequent check-ins with Internal Audit to ensure that all recommendations are effectively met. 08/04/24 Mayor Hudspeth Work Session D. 24-287 Where can I find the details regarding the proposed activities?Or is Yes,staff is seeking Council's suggested parameters regarding the proposed bond funding strategy,which includes: staff seeking councils suggested parameters? 1.Proposed Activities:The types of activities that will be funded,such as land/property acquisition,direct project financing,expanding capacity and resources,small&non-profit developer programs,housing assistance programs, accessory dwelling unit programs,voucher holder homeownership programs,and eviction prevention.These activities are also described in Denton's Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit. 2 2.Proposed Percentage Allocation to Activities:The percentage of bond funds allocated to each activity,which is presented for Council's input and direction. Additionally,the next steps include returning to the Council via an Informal Staff Report on the propose a path and timeline based on the Council's direction and Council meetings for consideration of the different program approvals for adoption. 08/04/24 Mayor Hudspeth Presentations from Members of the Public G. 24-1506 Please prepare a 1 page slide the highlights property rights.It is Staff prepared the attached slide to share during the meeting. 3 important to educate people on what council can and cannot do. Understanding the state limits our ability to deny property rights. 4 08/04/24 Mayor Hudspeth Consent A. 24-499 Please send me the nominees application. Please see attached. O8104/24 Mayor Hudspeth Public Hearing C. DCA24-0008a A.It is noted that this was an issue in August 2023 are there any A.August 2023 was the only instance that staff has identified where a reconsideration request was being made after the other instances,where this was an issue? Council agenda was published.In previous instances,staff had sufficient time to redact an agenda item scheduled for City Council in order for the item to be reconsidered by the Planning and Zoning Commission.Unfortunately,that was not B.How many reconsideration motions have been requested from Jan. the case in August 2023.Therefore,staff is being proactive in amending the code to better address this situation moving 2023-July 2024? forward. C.Does the proposed ordinance allow for reconsideration for any B.There has been 1 reconsideration motion between January 2023 and July 2024. reason? 6 C.The proposed ordinance doesn't explicitly provide what reasons items can be reconsidered.However,it does state D.Does the requester have to state the reason for the request to only a member from the prevailing side is able to request an item be reconsidered. reconsider? D.Similar to City Council's reconsideration process,Planning and Zoning Commissioners shall state the reason for E.Does the proposed ordinance allow for reconsideration for reconsideration prior to the Commissioners voting to reconsider the item. information that was presented at the time of the vote,or does it require the requester to identify new information that was not know or E.The proposed ordinance was modeled after City Council's existing reconsideration process.As with the City Council's considered? ordinance,the proposed ordinance doesn't explicitly provide what reasons items can be reconsidered.Like with City Council,if a Planning and Zoning Commissioner is made aware of new information that was not known previously-that can be justification for reconsideration. Page 1 of 1 Municipal Development Approvals Platting Planning and Zoning No Discretion.P&Z must approve the plat if it meets the Commission Denton Development Code Zoning By Right None required If the use is allowed in the property's zoning district,then it requires no discretionary approval.Staff verifies that the project design complies with adopted development standards. Rezoning/Specific Use City Council Discretionary.If Council finds that the rezoning or SUP request Permits("SUP") does not comply with the City's adopted criteria for approval, they may deny it. Moratorium on new City Council City may only prohibit new development if there is evidence development--120 day that City must do so to prevent a shortage of essential public maximum facilities(such as water,streets,police&fire stations) 11% DENTON City of Denton, TX Boards & Commissions Submit Date: Jul 15, 2024 Application Profile Amy _ E Morgan First Name Middle Last Name Initial amyem20l2@gmail.com Email Address Date of Birth: 1928 Parkside Drive Home Address Denton TX 76201 City State Postal Code Mobile: (940) 765-4769 Primary Phone Alternate Phone I am currently a City of Denton resident. r Yes r No Number of Years as a City of Denton Resident? 14 What district do you live in? W District 3 Unemployed Full-Time Student, LBSW Employer Occupation Do you have a contract with the city? r Yes r No Do you require Reasonable Accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position? r Yes r No If yes, please specify the accommodation(s) you are requesting to perform the essential functions of your position: N/A Amy E Morgan Have you ever served on a City of Denton board or commission? r Yes r No Please list the board or commission you have served on. If unknown, enter "Unknown", if not applicable enter N/A. Human Services Advisory Committee Were you referred or nominated by a current council member of the City Council or another Official? W Other/Former Please provide their name or write N/A if not applicable. Deb Armintor Which Boards would you like to apply for? Community Services Advisory Committee: Submitted What is your Social Security Number? What is your Drivers License Number? Type/Class: What state was it issued in? Select the one special qualification that applies to you. V Professional Experience in one or more of the following areas set forth in the Sustainability Framework: air quality; water; energy; transportation; resiliency; education; solid waste; land use Do you have a contract with the city? r Yes r No Amy E Morgan Acknowledgement 14, 1 Agree Signature: *Type your full name as listed on this application. Amy E Morgan Amy E Morgan