031023 Friday Staff Report City Manager's Office
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DENTON
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 10, 2023
TO: The Honorable Mayor Hudspeth and Council Members
FROM: Sara Hensley, City Manager
SUBJECT: Friday Staff Report
Upcoming Meetings
A. Public Utilities Board on Monday,March 13,2023,at 9:00 a.m.in the City Council Work
Session Room.
B. Development Code Review Committee on Monday,March 13,2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the
Development Service Center.
C. Board of Ethics on Monday, March 13, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Work
Session Room.
D. Library Board on Monday, March 13, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at the North Branch Library.
E. Cancelled- Committee on the Environment on Tuesday,March 14, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in
the City Council Work Session Room.
F. Work Session of the Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday,March 15, 2023,
at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Work Session Room followed by a Regular Meeting at
6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
G. Committee on Persons with Disabilities on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at
the Development Service Center.
OUR CORE VALUES
Inclusion • Collaboration • Quality Service • Strategic Focus • Fiscal Responsibility
General Information & Status Updates
A. City Council Priorities Update—The City Manager's Office is pleased to provide an update
on the 24 strategic initiatives identified as Council priorities. The attached report is
reflective of progress through February 28, 2023. These initiatives are being tracked and
reported through the City's new performance management software and are included,
amongst over 100 initiatives supporting Council's key focus areas, on the City's public-
facing dashboard launched earlier this week. Staff contact: Aimee Kaslik, Strategic
Services
B. Library Wins 2022 TMLDA Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award - Denton
Public Library received the 2022 Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the
Texas Municipal Library Directors Association (TMLDA), an affiliate of the Texas
Municipal League. To successfully receive the Achievement of Library Excellence Award,
the applicant must exhibit excellence in each of the ten categories:
1. Services to underserved populations either through outreach, special programs,
collaborations with other libraries or organizations, special classes, special
collections, etc.
2. Innovative and effective marketing materials highlighting basic services and
publicity about specific programs the library offers
3. Collaborative efforts with community organizations
4. Enhanced service to the public during the past year either through an increase in
service or a change in the type of services
5. Literacy support for all ages (including summer reading programs)
6. Support for digital inclusion through public internet access, digital literacy
training, and online library services
7. Support for workforce development
8. Cultural, topical, and educational programming for adults and families
9. Professional staff training to include training opportunities for staff at all levels
10. Any other initiatives that speak to library excellence
Denton Public Library demonstrated distinction with its many programs and services
including Adult StoryTimes at Denton State School for adults with disabilities, Bring a
Blanket Storytime at the Courthouse on the Square, Spanish language StoryTime
programs, the Forge Makerspace at North Branch, Librarian Chuck Voellinger's History
Moments video series, and new language learning Discovery Kits. Of the 542 public
libraries in Texas, only 73 received this award in 2022. Staff contact: Jennifer Bekker,
Library
C. Fire Department Year in Review- The Denton Fire Department created a 2022 Year in
Review that highlights accomplishments, workload analysis, and division summaries on
the Story Map platform that utilizes text, interactive maps, and other multimedia content.
This is the first year in review the fire department has published but expects this to become
a standardized process to update the community about the performance and workload of
the fire department in future years. Staff contact: Kenneth Hedges, Fire
D. Hickory Creek Road Phase 3 Closure Update — On March 13, Hickory Creek Road from
River Pass Drive to FM 1830/Country Club Road will be closed to thru traffic, allowing
resident-only access. This closure is part of the Hickory Creek Road Phase 3 capital project
that is funded by the 2019 Bond Program. For safety reasons, a road closure is essential to
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ensure the public's safety during construction.Detour routes will be posted as shown below
and message boards are in place for advanced warning. The estimated completion of the
project is Q4 2024, weather permitting. Staff will continue to monitor construction to
address access as the project progresses to ensure safety and accessibility. Staff contact:
Dustin Draper, Capital Projects
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E. iLegislate and Agenda Item Document Annotation—iLegislate, a component of the City's
agenda system used by the City Council,Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Public
Utilities Board, is a tablet-based application for iPad devices that provides ease of access
to agendas and attached documents for meetings. The application allows users to highlight
and underline text, draw, leave a note, bookmark, and delete annotations to and from an
attachment.
Recently, staff was made aware of an incident where annotations to agenda item materials
accessed through iLegislate were lost after the agenda was republished.There are currently
no program changes available to eliminate the loss of annotations. As a result, staff
recommends users download an attachment to their iPad desktop and annotate it using
Adobe or other mark-up applications. While agendas are typically republished online if an
attachment has been updated, every effort will be made to not republish an agenda once
posted to ensure annotations are not lost. Staff will continue to seek a program change for
this application. Staff contact: Rosa Rios, City Secretary's Office
F. Parks and Recreation Hiring Fair—Learn how you can be part of the Parks & Recreation
team at the upcoming job fair on March 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Apply and interview on-
site for a variety of positions. Flexible work schedules are available and pay starts at $15
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an hour. For more information about Denton Parks and Recreation's open positions visit
www.dentonjobs.com. Staff contact: Arianna Bencid, Parks and Recreation
G. Update on Loop 288 Community Shelter - The Community Shelter at Loop 288 is
providing emergency shelter to an average of 137 individuals per night in the month of
March, and no one has been turned away due to capacity. Security recently reviewed the
list of individuals banned from the facility, and 20 people were removed from the list and
allowed to access services again. The list of names was provided to the Homeless
Outreach Team. The transitional housing program has 32 beds and 28 are filled.
Approximately 70%of the individuals in the transitional housing program are employed,
and work readiness classes are offered weekly. Our Daily Bread (ODB) staff report that
8 people from the transitional housing program are estimated to obtain housing in the
next 30-60 days. ODB is currently partnering with Denton County MHMR, Recovery
Resource Center, Alcoholics Anonymous, Health and Human Services, and Goodwill to
provide services at the building. ODB is currently hiring to increase staff capacity. There
is an upcoming procurement for the Ready to Work Program. It is scheduled to go to the
Public Utilities Board on 3/13/2023 and City Council on 3/21/2023. ODB staff are also
working with City staff to increase program efficiency by evaluating data gathering,
building security, and processes for providing services. Staff contact: Megan Ball,
Community Services
Responses to Council Member Requests for Information
A. Supplemental Council Meeting Documents — On Feb. 24, Mayor Hudspeth suggested
creating a digital folder to store Council meeting-related documents. Staff regularly
provide clarifying responses to Council questions on City Council agenda items prior to
meetings. Beginning March 21, these questions and responses will be publicly available
and linked to the agenda under "Section 2. Requests for clarification of agenda items
listed on this agenda"as indicated in the attached document. Additionally, any handouts
provided during the meeting will be uploaded and available after the conclusion of the
meeting. Staff contact: Rosa Rios, City Secretary's Office
B. Inquiry on a Street Closure and Notifications Regarding Non-CIP Projects — On March
2, Mayor Pro Tern Beck contacted staff regarding anticipated road closures or
infrastructure maintenance around Aileen and Carlton Streets. The Mayor Pro Tern also
inquired about notifications of projects not included on the CIP Map. The purpose of the
CIP Map is to notify the community of projects starting within the next 365 days. The
area of Aileen Street near Carlton Street is a part of the 2019 Bond program and is not
currently shown on the CIP Map since project design has not started but is located on the
Discuss Denton page. Once a project reaches 365 days from construction start, it is
included on the CIP Map. For questions regarding construction that are not currently
shown on the CIP Map residents are encouraged to use the Engage Denton as a resource
to ask questions. Staff contact: Trevor Crain, Capital Projects
C. Power Surges—On March 5, Council Member Byrd requested information after residents
experienced power surges in District 1. Staff confirmed the failure of an underground
transmission line and responding crews were able to complete repairs within the hour.
Residents are encouraged to call (940) 349-7000 in the event of an outage. Staff contact:
Tony Puente, DME
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Upcoming Community Events and Public Meetings
A. Women's History Month — The Parks and Recreation Department will host a Women's
History Month Celebration on March 11, starting at 10 a.m. at the MLK Jr. Recreation
Center(1300 Wilson St.). The celebration will commemorate the achievements of women
in American history and feature a keynote speaker Marian R. Hicks. This event is co-
sponsored by the Denton County Alumnae Chapter-Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and
will also feature various vendors, resources, and raffles. Staff contact: Yosselin Muller,
Parks and Recreation
B. Garden Workdays at Denia Wildflower Garden—Join Keep Denton Beautiful for monthly
garden workdays at the Denia Wildflower Garden, located in front of Denia Recreation
Center(1001 Parvin St.). Get ready to dig in the dirt and learn proper garden maintenance
techniques with our garden experts. Tasks vary but frequently involve weeding, cutting
back plants, and picking up plant debris and litter. The volunteer opportunity is free to
attend but does require registration through the park's event calendar page. Upcoming
workdays are scheduled for March 11,April 15, and May 6. Staff contact: Austin Eldred,
Parks and Recreation
C. All-DaySpring Break Camp — Coinciding with DISD's Spring Break, Parks and
Recreation will offer an all-day Spring Break Camp from March 13 through March 17 at
MLK Jr. Recreation Center, Denia Recreation Center, and Denton Civic Center. Each day
of the camp is jam-packed with physical activity,creativity,and play involving several fun,
enriching activities and field trips. Kids must be dropped off at 9 a.m. each day and need
to pack drinks, snacks, and a lunch. The fee is $33 per child, per day. The camp is broken
up into two age groups: ages five to ten, and ages eleven to fifteen. Parents and guardians
can register their children through the link on the event details page at dentonparks.com.
Staff contact: Megan Thomas, Parks and Recreation
D. Shamrock Treasure Hunt in the Park— From March 13 to March 17, Parks staff will be
hiding pots of gold in a different park each day. Clues on our social media will guide
residents on where to look for these pots of gold. If a resident is lucky enough to find one,
they can take it to the Denton Civic Center for a prize basket! Staff contact: Staff contact:
Arianna Bencid, Parks and Recreation
E. Teen Outdoor Adventure Camp—This spring break, let your teen explore like never before
with Teen Outdoor Adventure Camp! Parks and Recreation offers unique camp
experiences with our excursions. No experience is required, only a desire to have fun and
be outdoors each day. Outdoor Adventure Camp runs from March 13 to March 17. Drop-
off is at 9 a.m. each day and pick-up is at 4 p.m. Teens will need to bring a sack lunch and
water bottle. Additionally, sunscreen, insect repellent, and weather-appropriate clothing
should be worn, including closed-toed shoes. The camp is open to ages 11 to 17. The cost
for the entire week is $150. Staff contact: Megan Thomas, Parks and Recreation
F. Bird Songs at Clear Creek Nature — Join us at Clear Creak Natural Heritage Center on
March 15 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. to learn more about birding with all your senses! When
you first learn to bird, it is usually by sight, but using that sense alone, you can only see
what's in front of you. When you learn to bird by ear, you can appreciate the presence of
birds all around you. This talk will introduce you to the world of bird sounds and teach you
how to recognize and remember bird songs and calls. Fun fact: the only North Texas bird
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that does not have a song or call is the vulture, although they do hiss! The event is free to
attend. Staff contact: Daniel Brockett, Parks and Recreation
G. Macram6 Workshop — (ages 18+) on Tuesday, March 21 at 2 p.m. at the South Branch
Library. Join local artisan Mary Cresson and learn two basic knots used in macram6 work.
You will leave with a new skill and two keychains. More information and registration is
available online. Staff contact: Jennifer Bekker, Library
H. Through the Lens — (ages 5-11) on Thursday, March 23 at 4 p.m. at the South Branch
Library.Learn about photographer Dorothea Lange,who captured images of the Dust Bowl
and the Great Depression and make Depression-era toys.More information and registration
is available online. Staff contact: Jennifer Bekker, Library
L Great American Cleanup — The 35th Annual Great American Cleanup (GAC), Denton's
largest and longest-running litter cleanup, is Saturday, March 25. Cleanups begin at 9 a.m.
and are followed by a Volunteer Appreciation Party at Quakertown Park / Denton Civic
Center (321 E. McKinney Street) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a free lunch, educational
activity booths,a children's bounce house,and more.During the Appreciation Party,prizes
will be awarded to the largest group of volunteers, the most bags collected, and the oddest
item found. Register for the GAC by March 15. Staff contact: Autumn Natalie, Parks and
Recreation
J. Northeast Denton Area Plan Public Engagement Events —Two public engagement events
have been scheduled for the Northeast Denton Area Plan. The first event is a Community
Visioning Open House to obtain input and feedback from the community. At the open
house, attendees will learn about the planning process and timeline, participate in fun
exercises to understand opportunities and challenges from the community's point of view
and share their vision for the Northeast Denton area. Staff encourages community members
and Council to attend one of the two Community Visioning Open House dates below:
• Date/Time: Thursday, March 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 25 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Location: Hodge Elementary School Cafeteria—3900 Grant Parkway
The second event is an invitation-only Strategic Foresight Workshop. Participants will
review trends impacting the area, develop future scenarios, and identify a list of common
themes. Feedback will be used to develop a future vision statement for the Northeast
Denton area, which will then be vetted widely through multiple public feedback
opportunities, including an online survey on the project website. This one-day workshop
will include a diverse group of 40-60 stakeholders that are a representative sample across
geography, organizations, and demographics (age, race, gender, etc.). The invitations will
ensure participants represent a broad range of experiences to ensure a meaningful dialogue.
City staff worked with the consultant team to identify stakeholders that include City
Council members, Planning and Zoning Commissioners, Denton County representatives,
Northeast Denton Area Plan Steering Committee and Ambassador members, DISD
representatives, landowners, residents, business owners and university and high school
faculty and students. An email invitation will be sent out later this month.
• Date/Time: Saturday, April 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Location: Development Service Center—401 N. Elm Street
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For more information about the Northeast Denton Area Plan, visit
www.discussdenton.com/areaplans. Staff contact: Ron Menguita, Development Services
K. Felted Soap Workshop — (ages 18+) on Wednesday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the South
Branch Library. Have "good clean fun" by creating felted soap! We will cover a bar of
soap with colorful wool which gently exfoliates, eliminates the need for a loofah or
washcloth, and makes soap easier to hang on to. More information and registration is
available online. Staff contact: Jennifer Bekker, Library
L. Easter Eustravaganza — Denton Parks and Recreation will host its annual Easter
Eggstravaganza and Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8 from 9 a.m. — noon. The family-
friendly event will feature bounce houses, food trucks, arts and crafts, face painting,
balloon twisting, a petting zoo, free photos with the Easter Bunny, and over 40,000 eggs!
The egg hunts are staggered and categorized by age groups (ages 0-10) and are scheduled
at various times throughout the event. This year's event will feature a sensory hour and
sensory-friendly egg hunt which includes reduced noise and lights and allows for a slower
paced egg hunt for every bunny to enjoy! Hop on out and do not forget your favorite basket
for the hunt! This free event is hosted at the Denton Civic Center and Quakertown Park,
321 E. McKinney St. For more info visit www.cityofdenton.com/easter. Staff contact:
Autumn Natalie, Parks and Recreation
M. Kids Rock: The Return—Kids Rock has returned, and young Denton residents are having
a blast! Each month, kids enjoy a night out while parents enjoy the night off. The program
runs from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Experienced staff plan each month around a unique theme,
then create play stations that include games and activities,mini-sports tournaments,unique
inflatable fun, ping-pong, video games on a large screen, and a DJ with dance contests!
Two slices of pizza and a drink are included for attendees. Staff also sell additional
concessions and glow products. Preregistration is required and can be completed online.
The cost is $25 per child, with a $5 late fee if registering the day of, after 5 p.m., with an
upcoming program on April 21. Staff contact: Sara Farris, Parks and Recreation
Attachments
A. FY 2022-23 Council Priorities Update through Feb. 2023..................................................8
B. Supplemental Council Meeting Documents Agenda Link................................................21
Informal Staff Reports
A. 2023-024 2023 Proposed Amendments to the Ethics Ordinance ......................................22
B. 2023-025 Effective Vegetation Management for Telecommunication Providers.............28
Council Information
A. Council Requests for Information......................................................................................34
B. Public Meeting Calendar....................................................................................................36
C. Draft Agenda for March 21 Special Called Meeting ........................................................43
D. Future Work Session Items ...............................................................................................45
E. Street Closure Report ........................................................................................................49
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Council Priorities
Progress through February 2023
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Initiative
Overall Sum m a•y
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• On Track 8 3.33
Som eDisruption 8 .33
• Corn Oeted 8 .33 40%
Status
Progress
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Key Focus Area 1
Pursue Organizational Excellence and Collaborative and Respectful Leadership
»Objective 1.1
Becom can Ern ployer of Choice
• Offer Competitive Com pensation and Benefits
• Hire,Recruit and Market Denton as an Em ployer
• Prom ate a Safe and Healthy W crkforce
• Develop Municipal W crkforce Talent
• Prom cte Diversity,Equity,and Inclusion
• Build an Organizational Culture around Core Values
Initiative 1.1.1 Oct of 1,2022-Sep 30,2023
Evaluate City's Health Insurance Plan
Health insurance is one of the m cbt significant benefits an em Ooyer can offer as a recruitm ant and retention tool.As such,Hum an Resources will review,
evaluate,and develop a strategy and recom m endations for any changes to the City's benefits offerings,including developing a m ulti-year pro form aof
the City's self-insured Health Fund.
Updated on Feb 28,202318.08:44
In order to obtain feedback regarding benefits,a survey was open to em Ooyees from February 13 to 24,2023.Staff is currently evaluating results.In
addition,staff is working with a benefits consultant to prepare for solicitation ofvoluntary dental,vision,life/AD&D/disability,and flexible spending
and is developing strategies for the FY 2023-24 plan design.
Initiative 1.1.2 Oct 01,2022-Sep 30,2023
Conduct Corn pensation and Classification Study
A com pensation study helps ensure that the organization's wages rem an com petitive with the salaries of other em Ooyers within the industry and
geographical area.Hum an Resources will work with an outside consultant to conduct a com pensation and classification study to ensure position
classifications accurately reflect duties and responsibilities and ensure com pensation ranges are internally equitable and com petitive within our
em ploym ant m a-kets.This study will include all positions in the City,except for Police and Fire Civil Service positions and select Denton Municipal
Electric positions.
Updated on Feb 28,202315.37.58
The City has completed the first four phases of the Com pensation and Classification Study:em ployee orientation sessionsJob analysis tool(JAT)
surveys,supervisor JAT review,and m arket salary survey and com pensations analysis. The analysis and recom m endations phase is the longest,but
the final report and recom m eidations are still expected in May 2023.
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Key Focus Area 1
Pursue Organizational Excellence and Collaborative and Respectful Leadership
»Objective 1.2
Ensure Quality Operations and Services
• Im plem ent Leading Edge Technology to Drive Perform ance
• Monitor and Review Existing Policies,Practices and Programs
• Improve Organizational Efficiency and Effectiveness
Initiative 1.2.7 Jan 25,2022-Nov 16,2025
Im plem ent Customer Relationship M aiagem ent(311)System
This initiative provides for an integrated service solution for residents to initiate service requests through self-help or via telephone with Custom a•
Service for all m ejor City services related to utilities,infrastructure,and Com m unity Im provem Ent Services.
After initial launch and post-im plem altation,the project will have a second phase replacing the Engage Denton app for a m ore robust mobile
application and website portal.
Updated on Feb 28,202321:38:47
One of the six planned system integrations is com plete and operational design work is in progress. The discovery and design phase is currently
expected to continue through m id to late sum m ff.
Initiative 1.2.11 Oct 01,2021-Sep 30,2023 ' ..
Im prove Grant M aiagem ent
The City has experienced trem e clous growth in the num ber of grants awarded over the last few years.W th this growth,im proving the m anagem ant of
grants internally ensures standardized processes related to how grants are applied for,m anaged,and closed out.Finance will standardize processes
related to grant funds with creation of grants m anagem Ent office and by coordinating all grants through this team.In addition,com m unications will be
enhanced,and the departm ant will work to be m are proactive in seeking out grant opportunities.In addition,the grants m anagem Ent office will work to
ensure departm ants are following the process and will work with a third-party to provide updates on grants at the federal level.
Updated on Feb 17,202323:09:35
Draft of policy updates has been com pleted.The updates were shared with Internal Audit to ensure resolution and com pliance with audit report.
Revisions will be scheduled for Council approval.
Key Focus Area 2
Enhance Infrastructure and M dbility
»Objective 2.1
Support Strategic Investment in City Infrastructure and Facilities
• Plan for Infrastructure Needs
• Im plem eit Com prehensive Capital Plan
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Initiative 2.1.6 Feb 01,2021-Sep 30,2023 ..
Im prove Capital Project Planning and Corn m Lnication
The City is heavily focused on infrastructure im provem ants which resulted in funding num a-ous roadway and utility infrastructure im p•ovem efts.W th
num e-ous projects underway at the sam etim ethe City is com mfted to enhancing com m unication on existing and future projects.Capital Projects will
create processes and procedures for a consistent project delivery.In addition,com m unication will be enhanced through the use of inward and outward
facing tools that provide consistent and transparent com m unication across all departm Ents and help in accurately planning and executing the 5-year
capital im provem Ent plan(CIP.)
Updated on Feb 28,202315:47:53
In order to im prove planning associated with capital projects,the City im plem anted Procore Project Managem ent Software,coordinated planning
of the 5-Year CIP between Capital Projects and Finance,and created a Project Manager Manual.In addition,to bolster com m unication efforts,the
City created a biannual Construction Guide,launched an interactive CIP m ap,and is actively providing project inform aion and updates through
Discuss Denton.
Initiative 2.1.7 Nov 01,2022-Dec 02,2025
Renovate City Hall W est
In 2017,the City began exploring opportunities for the future of the now vacant Historic City Hall W Est,constructed in 1927.
Updated on Mar 07,2023 23:30:07
In Novem ber 2022,City Council provided direction to renovate City Hall W est to include m unicipaI services office space,a com m unity auditorium,
and event space.The renovation will be considered for inclusion in the 2023 Bond Program.
Initiative 2.1.8 Jan 15,2021-Mar 30,2023 Sam eDisruption -
Construct Public Safety Facilities
This initiative provides for the design and construction(or renovation)of public safety facilities including a new headquarter,substation and a firing
ra n ge.
Updated on Feb 14,202314:59:15
Construction of the Firing Range and Police Substation are both substantially com plete.
Initiative 2.1.9 Jan 01,2023-Sep 30,2023 .. - .
Explore Plan for a New City Hall
Exploration of options for anew City Hall facility will be contingent on the availability of funding. In FY 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 com mftee,and finally in a Novem ber election by voters.
Updated on Mar 07,202316:33:58
A report on the possible expansion of the City Hall building was subm itted to City Council on March 3,2023.
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Key Focus Area 3
Foster Economic Opportunity and Affordability
»Objective 3.1
Grow Denton's Econom is Vitality
• Support a Vibrant Local Economy
• Support Events and Program sthat Encourage Tourism
Initiative 3.1.3 Oct 01,2022-Sep 30,2023 .. .
Stream line Event Sponsorship Program
Prior to FY 2022-23,event organizers requested cash and in-kind sponsorships through m Lltiple processes and tim dines,which created challenges from
a budgeting and reporting perspective.This initiative is focused on stream fining the sponsorship application,allocation,and reporting process.
Updated on Feb 17,202323:11:08
For FY 2022-23,event organizers com pleted one application to request cash and or in-kind services,contracts were executed during the first quarter
of FY 2022-23.Staff is working on im proved reporting after events take place,as a continued focus on process im provem Ent.
Initiative 3.1.4 Oct 01,2022-Sep 30,2023 ' ..
Strengthen Relationship w th Discover Denton
As a destination market organization,Discover Denton seeks to m arket and prom cte Denton in order to generate dem and for the destination,creating a
positive econom is im pact for the com m unity.Aligning the goals of Discover Denton with the City's Econom is Developm Ent Strategic Plan will result in
an increase return on investm Ent for both parties.
Updated on Feb 28,202321:12:33
In an effort to unify branding and m arketing efforts to attract visitors,the City and Discover Denton are actively sharing m arketing collateral and
insights.
Key Focus Area 3
Foster Econom is Opportunity and Affordability
»Objective 3.2
Prom ate Housing Affordability and Fam ily Stability
• Create and Preserve Affordable Rental and Hom eownership
• Increase Econom is Stability
• Address Issues of Hom dessness in the Comm unity
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Initiative 3.2.1 Oct 01,2022-Sep 30,2023 ..
Im plem ent Rental Repair Grant Program
Com m unity Services will launch a grant program for landlords who lease to low-incom ehouseholds for a repair and rehabilitation program targeting 1-
4-unit properties to m ake needed im provem ants and preserve affordable housing.
Updated on Feb 28,202320:19:45
The City obtained approval from the Com m unity Services Advisory Com mttee(CSAC)for the Com m unity Developm Ent Block Grant(CDBG)budget
and from City Council on the program budget.Guidelines have been developed and approved by City Council on February 21,2023.
Initiative 3.2.2 Oct 01,2022-Sep 30,2023 ..
Develop Affordable Housing Incentive Package
Com m unity Services will retain a real estate developm Ent technical advisor to develop and m arket incentive packages to developers,work with
developers and public and private funding sources to secure gap funding for priority projects,and structure projects for m acim urn the City's benefit.
Updated on Feb 14,202315:35:16
Affordable Housing Incentive Program sand Policies is in the second step of the procurem Ent tim dine and is on the m a-ketplace for consultant
solicitation.Staff is expanding the departm Ent's consultant outreach to cast a broad net and receive high-quality applications.
Initiative 3.2.3 Oct 25,2022-Sep 30,2023 ..
Develop Public Facility Corporation Program
City Council provide direction to create a Public Facility Corporation program on Septem ber 14,2022.The program will be developed and included
Com m unity Service's initiative to develop an affordable housing incentive program.
Updated on Feb 14,202315:34:53
Draft versions of Public Facility Corporation Bylaws and an Application Packet have been com pled and subm fitted for review to the City's Legal
Departm Ent.Staff is developing a com prehensive presentation for City Council in anticipation of the next steps in the process.
Initiative 3.2.4 Oct 01,2022-Sep 30,2023 ..
Im plem ent Sm all Hom eCom m unities Program
Com m unity Services will engage a consultant to create guidelines for sm all hom einfill developm Ent and larger affordable housing infill developm ant
using"tiny"and"sm all"hom estructures,including requirem ants from a land use and zoning perspective to allow for sm all hom a such as housing
quality standard docum Entation,infrastructure requirem Ents,landscape and drainage requirem ants,m anagem ant and oversight,and creating a
preapproved list of approved vendors and m anufacturers.In addition,the consultant will develop financing m odels,relationships with contractors,and
guidelines for and accessory dwelling unit(ADU)program including requirem Ents from a land use and zoning perspective to expand the program.This
will include building relationships with m anufacturers and local contractors for stock prototypes and relationships with local lenders for loan
guarantees.A consultant can help structure the program to include revenue sharing or another incom e-producing elem ant for the City.
Updated on Feb 14,202315:35:24
Affordable Housing Incentive Program sand Policies is in the second step of the procurem Ent tim dine and is on the m arketplace for consultant
solicitation.Staff is expanding the Departm Ent's consultant outreach to cast a broad net and receive high-quality applications.
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Initiative 3.2.7 Nov 16,2021-Nov 09,2022
Provide Co-Located Services at Loop 288 Facility
In 2020,City Council approved the purchase of the property at 909 Loop 288,a 34,000 square foot building,for a co-located day center and overnight
shelter to provide services to people experiencing or at-risk of hom dessness.The City has identified a local nonprofit,Our Daily Bread,to provide
services from the Loop 288 facility.Our Daily Bread will consolidate and com tine their current two locations at Our Daily Bread food kitchen(300 W Oak
Street)and Monsignor King Outreach Center shelter(300 S W codrow Lane)to operate the center.
Updated on Feb 14,202314:43.28
Renovation of the Com m unity Shelter at Loop 288 was com pleted on schedule and the facility becam eoperational on Decem ber 12,2022
Key Focus Area 4
Strengthen Comm unity and Quality of Life
»Objective 4.1
Preserve Com m unity Character and Identity
• Develop Action Plan that Target Neighborhoods
• Prom cte a More Unified Cohesive Com m unity Identity
• Im plem Ent Partnership-Based Program sthat Enhance Neighborhoods
Initiative 4.1.2 Nov 01,2022-Dec 31,2024 -
Develop Southeast Denton Area Plan
The goal of the Southeast Denton Area Plan is to establish a vision for the area,as well as set clear policy direction and supporting im plem antation
strategies,in order to preserve the cultural character of the Southeast Denton neighborhoods where desired by the residents and stakeholders,at the
sam etim eaddressing the developm Ent pressures being felt within and adjacent to the study area.The Area Plan study area is approximately 600 acres
and contains approxim ately 1,100 parcels.An im portant part of the Area Plan is to build com m unity trust and a partnership with the com m unity.At a
m him u m the following topics will be addressed in the Area Plan:Land Use and Com patibility;Transportation;Housing;Infill and Redevelopm ant;
Historic Preservation;Open Space;and Infrastructure and Utilities.
Updated on Feb 14,202314:42.21
Staff issued a request for qualifications and is now working toward com pletion of the consultant selection process.
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Initiative 4.1.3 Oct 01,2022-Oct 31,2023 ..
Develop Northeast Denton Area Plan
The goal of the Northeast Denton Area Plan is to establish a vision for the area,as well as set clear policy direction and supporting im pem antation
strategies for how Northeast Denton should develop over tim e The study area is approxim ately 6,789.59 acres and contains approxim Aely 679 parcels.
Approxim ately 48.14%of the study area is located within the City's corporate lim its,while the rem aning 51.86%is located within the City's
Extraterritorial Jurisdiction(ETJ).The Area Plan is to response to the developm ant pressure that is being experienced in the area.At a minim u mthe
following topics will be addressed in the Area Plan:Land Use and Density;Mobility;Land Preservation/Open Space;Recreational Am aiities;and Historic
Preservation.
Updated on Feb 17,2023 20:36:28
On Decem ber 6,2022,the City Council authorized the City to enter into a contract to provide professional services for assistance in the creation of
the Northeast Denton Area Plan. On January 12,2023,the project team officially initiated the planning process by holding a kickoff meeting and
conducting a study area tour. On January 24,2023,the City Council approved a resolution authorizing the creation of a steering comm ittee to guide
the developm Ent of the Northeast Denton Area Plan. W thin the sam eresolution,the City Council approved the m e m brs of the steering
com mitee. On January 26 and 27,2023,the project team held stakeholder interviews with various m Embers of the com m unity including me m brs
of the City Council and Planning and Zoning Corn mssion. On February 20,2023,the Northeast Denton Area Plan Steering Corn mttee will hold its
first of three scheduled m eetings. The first m Eeting will include an introduction,roles and responsibilities,project overview,presentation of current
trends,and review of branding package options.
Key Focus Area 4
Strengthen Comm unity and Quality of Life
»Objective 4.2
Strengthen Comm unity Am enities
• Develop Long-Term Action Plans to Enhance Comm unity Am anities
• Enhance the Visual Appearance of the Community
• Provide Exceptional Recreational and Educational Opportunities
Initiative 4.2.1 Jun 01,2022-Jun 01,2025 Sam eDisruption M
Relocate Concrete Plant
Vulcan Materials operates a batch plant in close proxim ty to Downtown and SE Denton.Relocation of the plant will result in a higher and best use forthe
site and rem o✓e an environm antal hazard to both residents and businesses.
Updated on Feb 28,2023 21:23:12
The City,working with a broker,com pled and m apped a list of available,suitable sites and provided the inform ation to the property owner.To date,
the property owner has not selected an alternative site.
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Key Focus Area 5
Support Healthy and Safe Corn m unities
»Objective 5.1
Enhance Safety of the Traveling Public
• Im plem Ent Program sto Promote Safe Multim odal Mobility
Initiative 5.1.1 Jan 01,2022-Dec 06,2022
Conduct Cityw de Speed Study
Capital Projects initiative a citywide speed study in Decem ber 2021,with the assistance of a consulting firm,to com plete a study on certain city
roadways.This supports an enhanced focus on traffic safety and will aid in m aking data-inform ed speed recom m eidations.
Updated on Jan 20,202316.02:18
Staff presented the revised speed lim it tables to City Council in Decem ber 2022,and a public hearing was held. City Council voted unanim cusly to
approve the proposed changes to speed lim its on City streets. Staff is still waiting on receiving concurrence from the Texas Departm Ent of
Transportation(TxDOT)on proposed changes to TxDOT roadways.
Key Focus Area 5
Support Healthy and Safe Corn m unities
»Objective 5.2
Build Public Safety Capacity
• Address Public Safety Technology and Resource Needs
• Ensure Use of Best and Leading Public Safety Practices
Initiative 5.2.2 Oct 01,2019-Mar 01,2023 -
Pursue Fire Department Accreditation
The Corn mssion on Fire Accreditation International accreditation m ode[confirm sa credible fire departm Ent that through self-assessment,
developm Ent of a com m unity risk assessm Ent and a strategic plan,that the agency is verifying and validating procedures and processes.
Updated on Feb 14,202315.41:14
A com p-ehensive self-assessm Ent was com pleted for every Denton Fire Departm Ent program.This self-assessm Ent was verified and validated by an
independent peer review team from the Center for Public Safety Excellence.The peer team provided 20 recom m endations for im provem Ent and
unanim cus endorsem ent of accreditation.Staff is scheduled to attend an accreditation hearing in March 2023.
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Initiative 5.2.3 Aug 04,2022-Aug 04,2026 ..
Pursue Police Departm ent Accreditation
The Departm Ent m Et or exceeded 170 Law Enforcem ant Best Practices required by the Texas Police Chiefs Association(TPCA)Law Enforcem Ent
Accreditation Program and was awarded TPCA Accreditation on August 4,2022. The Best Practices included policy developm Ent,and training in the
following 12 Critical Areas for Law Enforcem ant:Use of Force,Em argency Vehicle Operation and Pursuits,Search,Seizure,and Arrest,Care,Custody and
Restraint of Prisoners,Dom Fstic Violence and agency em ployee dom estic m sconduct,Off-Duty Conduct,Selection and Hiring,Sexual Harassm ent,
Com plaint and Internal Affairs Managem ant,Narcotics,SW/T,and High-Risk W arant Service,Dealing with the Mentally Ill and Developm Entally
Disabled,and Property and Evidence Managem ant.
The Departm Ent is currently working on the TPCA Reaccreditation Process which is required every four years and entails annual com pletion and
reporting of agency com pliance with 170 Best Practices for Law Enforcem ant and annual reporting.
Updated on Feb 16,202320:19:24
The num ber of TPCA Best Practices required for Reaccreditation were increased from 170 to 173 Best Practices. The three additional best practices
are K-9 Team!;Artificial Intelligence,and Com m unications Quality Assurance.
As of Reaccreditation Reporting Period Year 1(August 4,2022-August 4,2023),135 of 173(or 78.03%)proofs of continued com pliance with TPCA
Best Practices have been collected and are being processed.
Police Departm ant staff will attend the 2023 TPCA Conference and Accreditation Training from April 2 to 6,2023 and will receive Accreditation
updates.In addition,the departm Ent will be recognized as an Accredited Agency during the Annual TPCA Accreditation luncheon.
2022 data is currently being collected for analysis.This includes Use of Force(Response to Resistance),Vehicle Pursuits,and Accident and Injury)in
order to com piete the required Reaccreditation annual analysis and reporting.Equipm Ent readiness inspections and capital assets inventory
reports are also being collected.
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Initiative 5.2.4 Jan 06,2022-Dec 31,2024 ..
Enhance Police Department M ental Health Division
The Police Departm ent's Mental Health Division(MHD)was established in 2020 and houses the Hom dess Outreach Team(HOT)and Crisis Intervention
Response Team(CIRT).The m ission of the MHD is to serve our m c6t vulnerable citizens with corn passion and steadfastness by connecting those in a
serious m ental health crisis or experiencing hom dessness with help.The MHD strives to reduce arrests of people suffering from m etal illness while
increasing the likelihood they will receive m Ental health services.The departm ant is focused on enhancing the program through a number of
approaches including expanding staff,im plem eating software,creating a crisis call diversion program,expanding training and com m unity outreach,
establish com m unity peer resources,seek additional m Eans of financial support,and expand therapy programs
Updated on Feb 22,2023 00:15:34
Interviews for the CIRT Program Manager have been setup for two internal candidates on W Ednesday,February 22,2023.
Im plem entation of Julota software is com plete.Bi-weekly meetings continue to be conducted to address any issues.The CIRT and HOT modules are
being fine-tuned to increase effectiveness and m eet the specific requirem Ents of each team.Julota is being utilized daily as the MHD's prim ary
reporting software.
To supplem ant MHD efforts and increase coverage of trained m ental health officers authorized to com plete em argency detentions,an 8-hour
training was created to add additional Patrol CIRT officers. Eight patrol officers,who were selected through an interview process,attended the
training and are now authorized to com plete em Egency detentions.
The MHD has explored opportunities to expand in-service training.Two 8-hour courses were provided in January and February 2023.Officers
selected for Patrol CIRT attended along with a Hom less Outreach Officer and several LINT officers.The University of North Texas requested CIRT
staff provide a 4-hour in-service training for their officers on February 21,2023.MHD staff is currently exploring condensed training to be provided
during shift briefings on m Ental health topics.
Staff attended a webinaron First Responder Therapy Dogs last year(Lexipol First Responder Therapy Dog PowerPoint).The Mental Health Division
is exploring the use of a therapy dog to deploy with HOT and CIRT to assist com m unity m e m brs.Law enforcem Ent agencies with similar program s
have been identified and will be contacted in the near future.
To increase comm unity education,a CIRT Clinician created a"W hat to Expect from an Inpatient Stay"flyer for com m unity m e m brs.CIRT and Patrol
CIRT provide the flyer to those experiencing m Ental health issues and their fam iy m e m brs to ease anxiety about hospital stays.Also,CIRT
Clinicians are providing education to MHMR em ployees on how CIRT operates and what inform ation is m cst helpful for CIRT to obtain from them.
The inform Aion was provided to increase collaboration and provide a m are effective response for individuals needing assistance.
The HOT Stability Caseworker attended a Moral Reconation Therapy(MRT)Basic Facilitator Training online in October2022.MRT addresses a wide
range of treatm Ent issues,such as traum 4 substance abuse,codependency,job readiness,and veterans.It is a cognitive behavioral tool to help
participants im prove their positive decision-m aking skills and behaviors.Supplies were ordered for participants in the group therapy program.Free
classroom space conveniently located at the new shelter on Loop 288 has been identified as the optim at location for the group therapy.Forward
m o m atum on the group therapy program is currently stalled due to increased requests for encam p m at and com plaint response by HOT and a
ballooning participant caseload.
Key Focus Area 6
Prom ate Sustainability and the Environm eat
»Objective 6.1
Preserve Existing Natural Resources
• Develop Approaches to Effectively Manage Natural Resources
• Expand and Protect the Tree Canopy
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Initiative6.1.2 Jun 01,2022-Jun 30,2023
Create W idlife Corridor M ap
A key elem ant of land conservation is the protection of native flora,fauna,and aquatic species.In order to prom Cte the retention of essential
ecosystem sand habitat,a m ap will be created identifying wildlife corridors throughout the City.
Updated on Feb 20,2023 20:12:58
Staff shared a report with Council on Decem ber 22,2022,with an update on the greenspace m ap in support of identifying and m apping wildlife
corridors.
Key Focus Area 6
Prom ate Sustainability and the Environm ent
»Objective 6.2
Increase Environm ental Sustainability
• Im plem Ent Practices to Increase Environm ental Sustainability
• Strengthen Denton's Sustainable Energy Portfolio
Initiative6.2.5 Jun 01,2022-Mar31,2023 -
Expand the Electrical Vehicle Fleet and Infrastructure
A review the City's fleet will be conducted to determ he electrical vehicle(EV)readiness for future procurem ant.In addition,the City will work to ensure
that the EV charging infrastructure is available to m et the needs of both the City's fleet and the public and identify opportunities for encouraging the
use of EV.
Updated on Mar 01,202314:45.15
The North Central Texas Council of Govern ents(NCTCOG)has provided the City a report on m ultifam ly EV charging access.The City is reviewing
the NCTCOG m Lltifam ly EV charging access.The City was not awarded the grant to fund the installation of the Level 3 and Level 2 EV charging
station at the Civic Center as discussed in the January 20,2023,staff report to City Council(Friday Report Item G).
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DRAFT
Agenda Verbiage for City Council's Q&A Report
[SEE Item 2 below]
See sample below how the agenda appears now:
After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton. Texas will convene
in a Work Session on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 1:30 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. Renuests for clarification of agenda items listed on this asenda.
3. Work Session Reports
A. ID23-135 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding the FY
2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and annual audit.
[Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time:30 minutes]
PROPOSED VERBIAGE
This section includes questions members of the City Council direct to staff on any item
listed on this agenda. Answers are compiled in a report and provided to the City Council
and members of the public by clicking on Exhibit 1 of the item below. The link found
within the document will provide access to the supporting documentation. The report
will be available prior to the start of the meeting. Any handouts distributed at the
meeting will also be uploaded to the below link by 12:00 p.m. on the business day
ollowing the meeting.
A. ID 23-XXX Agenda Questions,Responses&Handouts
Attachments: Exhibit 1 —Agenda Information Sheet
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March 10, 2023 Report No. 2023-024
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
2023 Proposed Amendments to the Ethics Ordinance Background& Research
BACKGROUND:
Beginning June 2022, the Board of Ethics began discussing potential amendments to the City of
Denton Code of Ordinance Chapter 2, Article XI—also known as the Ethics Ordinance. Over the
course of seven meetings, the Board developed 11 proposals, nine of which will be presented to
the City Council for consideration and direction on March 21, 2023 during Work Session. This
informal staff report has been prepared to summarize research and background information used
by the Board of Ethics to develop each of the I I proposals.
DISCUSSION:
Proposal 1: Clarification of the Gifts Prohibition
This proposal was originally developed in August 2022 after staff was asked by a City Official if
they were required to disclose the acceptance of a gift that they believed was an exception to the
Ethics Ordinance. The City had created a form to allow City Officials to disclose the acceptance
of a gift; however, staff did not believe that the Ethics Ordinance had a clear requirement for the
disclosure. No research was conducted for this proposal.
Proposal 2: Adjustment to the Subsequent Work on Prior Projects Prohibition
This proposal was originally developed in June 2022 as part of a comprehensive discussion that
the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022. During this meeting, the Board discussed
research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' disclosure and recusal procedures. In
general, this research found the following:
• Nine of ten benchmark municipalities as well as Wechsler's Model Code require certain
City Officials to formally recuse themselves from official actions(e.g. official discussions,
deliberations, and votes) typically due to the City Official having an Economic or
Substantial interest in the official action.
• Nine of the ten benchmark municipalities required the City Official to disclose their reason
for recusal typically by filing a written affidavit or other standard form the nature of the
Economic or Substantial interest causing them to recuse. The model code as well as
Mesquite and San Marcos require that this disclosure (i.e. including that nature of the
interest)be publicly disclosed to the applicable body at the beginning of the official action
(i.e. before discussion or deliberation has occurred).
• Six of the ten benchmark municipalities as well as Wechsler's Model Code included
prohibitions for City Officials for their behavior outside of their official capacity. These
prohibited behaviors were more varied and generally more broadly defined such as:
business, professional activities, or actions. These prohibitions generally focused on
behaviors that would conflict with discharging official duties.
On March 6, 2023, the Board of Ethics voted to reject this proposal (7-0), meaning the Board has
no plans to discuss this proposal in the future at this time.
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Proposal 3: Adjustment of the Conflict of Interest Financial Thresholds
This proposal was originally developed in August 2022 as part of a comprehensive discussion that
the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022. During this meeting, the Board discussed
research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' financial considerations and prohibitions.
In general, this research found the following:
• Five of ten benchmark municipalities as well as the model code do not have specific
financial thresholds defined for their conflict of interest prohibitions.Instead,they typically
prohibit official action if the official's economic interest would be affected in a way that is
distinguishable from the effect on the general public.
• The remaining five benchmark municipalities generally address four financial prohibitions
including ownership through shares or stocks, income, ownership through real value, and
ownership of real property.
On March 6, 2023, the Board of Ethics voted to postpone this proposal (7-0), meaning the Board
plans to continue discussing and reviewing this section of the Ethics Ordinance to develop a future
proposal.
Proposal 4: Addition of a Recusal Requirement for Certain Aggregate Campaign Contributions
This proposal was originally developed in August 2022 as part of a comprehensive discussion that
the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022. During this meeting, the Board discussed
research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' campaign contribution prohibitions. In
general, this research found the following:
• One other municipality prohibit a City Official from taking official action when an official
had received campaign contributions greater than $300 from a person, business entity, or
association. The model code prohibits official action if the official has received a campaign
contribution of more than $200 in aggregate during the past election cycle from a person
or entity.
Proposal 5: Addition of a Recusal Requirement for Recent Offers of Employ
This proposal was originally developed in October 2022 as part of a comprehensive discussion
that the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022.During this meeting,the Board discussed
research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' personal considerations and prohibitions.
In general, this research found the following:
• Three other municipalities prohibit a City Official from taking official action related to a
person,Business Entity, or Non-Profit Organization with whom they, or their spouse,have
solicited,received and not yet rejected, or accepted an offer of employment from in the last
twelve months. The model code does not include this specific prohibition.
Proposal 6: Addition of a Recusal Requirement for Recent Business Opportunity Negotiations
This proposal was originally developed in October 2022 as part of a comprehensive discussion
that the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022.During this meeting,the Board discussed
research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' personal considerations and prohibitions.
In general, this research found the following:
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• Three other municipalities prohibit a City Official from taking official action related to a
person,Business Entity, or Non-Profit Organization with whom they, or their spouse,have
directly or indirectly engaged in negotiations pertaining to business opportunities, where
such negotiations are pending or not terminated. The model code does not include this
specific prohibition.
Proposal 7: Addition of a Recusal Requirement for Substantial Outside Client Relationships
This proposal was originally developed in August and October 2022 as part of a comprehensive
discussion that the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022. During this meeting, the
Board discussed research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' personal considerations
and prohibitions. In general, this research found the following:
• Two other municipalities prohibit a City Official from taking official action related to the
Official's outside"client." The model code also includes this prohibition.
• The term"client" is defined differently in all three ethics codes.
In December 2022, some City Council members stated that they preferred San Antonio's definition
of client relationship which is as follows: "The term client includes ay business, financial or
professional relationship to which a duty of care, confidence,trust or privilege applies."
Proposal 8: Addition of a Recusal Requirement for Substantial Debtor or Creditor Relationships
This proposal was originally developed in October 2022 as part of a comprehensive discussion
that the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022.During this meeting,the Board discussed
research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' personal considerations and prohibitions.
In general, this research found the following:
• Two other municipalities included a prohibition on taking official action related to a
substantial debtor, creditor, or guarantor of the City Official or their spouse whereby
substantial was defined to mean more than $5,000. The model code had a similar
prohibition, but only extended this to include debtors and creditors—not guarantors.
Proposal 9: Revision of the Affiliated or Partner Business Entity Disclosure Requirement to
Recusal
This proposal was originally developed in October 2022 as part of a comprehensive discussion
that the Board of Ethics held over three meetings in 2022.During this meeting,the Board discussed
research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' personal considerations and prohibitions.
In general, this research found the following:
• Two other municipalities prohibit a City Official from taking official action related to a
Business Entity that the City official knows is an affiliated business or partner of a business
entity in which that person, or their relative, holds an economic interest. The model code
does not include this specific prohibition.
• Denton has a similar consideration but did not require recusal from official action — only
disclosure.
Proposal 10: Creation of Specific Sanctions for Frivolous Complaints
This proposal was originally developed in August 2022 as part of discussions initiated by lessons
learned from processing Ethics Complaint 22-001, which was the first Ethics Complaint found
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frivolous since the Ethics Ordinance was initially adopted. During this meeting, the Board
discussed research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' sanctions for frivolous
complaints. In general, this research found the following:
• Two other municipalities had a process for considering if a submitted ethics complaint was
frivolous. The model code does not include a process for considering frivolous complaints.
• Sanctions for frivolous complaints by other municipalities included prohibiting a
complainant rom filing another complaint for certain periods of time or imposing a civil
penalty.
Proposal 11: Creation of an Order to Show Cause Process
This proposal was originally developed in October and November 2022 as part of discussions
initiated by lessons learned from processing Ethics Complaint 22-001, which was the first Ethics
Complaint found frivolous since the Ethics Ordinance was initially adopted. During this meeting,
the Board discussed research conducted by staff on other ethics ordinances' sanctions for frivolous
complaints. A general illustration of an Order to Show Cause process is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1: General Order to Show Cause Process
Complainant
•Dismisses -Holds Hearing
Complaint p •Provides Response Determines
•Issues Order to Frivoloity
in writting and/or at
Show Cause hearing -Potentially Issues
Sanctions
Ethics Body Body
In general, this research found the following:
• Two other municipalities had a process for considering if a submitted ethics complaint was
frivolous. Both of these municipalities process potentially frivolous Ethics Complaints
through an "order to show cause" process whereby the ethics body holds an evidentiary
hearing to determine whether the complaint is a frivolous complaint.
• One of the municipalities allowed the Respondent to an Ethics Compliant (i.e. the
individual the compliant was submitted against) to terminate the order to show cause
process.
• Both municipalities provide the Respondent with a copy of the order to show cause. Under
one the Respondent may provide a written response and present evidence at the hearing
while the other stops the Respondent from further involvement.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Benchmark Municipality Research Summary
STAFF CONTACT:
Madison Rorschach, City Auditor
Internal Audit Department
(940) 349-7228
Madison.Rorschachgcityofdenton.com
REQUESTOR:
Staff Initiated
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Board of Ethics
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT:
49 Hours
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Attachment 1: Benchmark Municipality Research Summary
Specific Personal&Financial Ethics Code Prohibitions
Denton Houston San Antonio Dallas Austin Fort Worth McAllen Mesquite Odessa Richardson San Marcos Model Code
Ownership in shares/stock of a Business Entity 5% 10% 10% 5% 10% 10%
Income from a Business Entity $600 Not de Minimis 10% $5,000 10% 10%
Ownership in value of a Business Entity $600 $15,000 $15,000 $5,000 $15,000 $15,000
Ownership of real property $600 Not de Minimis $2,500 $5,000 $2,500 $2,500
Creditor/Debtor/guarantor of otherperson/entity $5,000 $5,000 Substantial
Board/Officer of Business Entity Recuse Recuse Recuse Recuse Recuse Recuse
Board/Officer of Non Profit Recuse Recuse Recuse Recuse Recuse
Offer of Employment Recuse Recuse Recuse
Business Opportunity Negotiations Recuse Recuse Recuse
Affiliated Business Entity/Partner Disclose Recuse Recuse
Outside Client Recuse Recuse Recuse
Peronsal Banking/Financial Institution Disclose
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March 10, 2023 Report No. 2023-025
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Effecting vegetation management onto telecommunication providers in the City of Denton.
BACKGROUND:
Ice Storm Mara crossed the State of Texas at the end of January 2023 and left a path of ice and
bitter cold from North Texas to the southern Hill Country. The City of Denton experienced
crippling ice on its roadways that made travel dangerous while Denton Municipal Electric's
(DME) electric distribution system remained solid with minimal outages. However, electric
utilities in the Hill Country suffered ice loading on transmission and distribution circuits, leading
to widespread damage and multiple outages over a broad service area leaving some without power
for days. News reports and board meetings from Hill Country area electric providers pointed to at
least one common causal contributor — ice loaded trees. Ice loaded trees falling on the pole
attachments of telecommunication providers brought down segments of the electric distribution
network.
Since January 2021, Engage Denton has recorded 19 citizen concerns of"lines in trees." After
DME's investigation,each of the concerns were identified as telecommunication cables in the trees
— not DME lines. DME has established a Vegetation Management program that outlines the
clearances DME strives to achieve and maintain on its electric transmission and distribution
circuits. The preventive nature of this program has assisted the utility in minimizing outages due
to vegetation getting into its transmission and distribution lines. DME recommends these required
vegetation clearances should extend to telecommunication providers who have attachments on
DME's poles. This action will not fully eliminate all potential issues as seen in the Hill Country,
but it is anticipated to reduce the risk of a large falling tree limb taking down a DME pole therefore
cause an electric outage, along with reducing the number of requests for service that DME's crews
investigate.
DISCUSSION:
DME will distribute the letter attached to known contact emails and addresses for the
telecommunication providers in Denton during the week of March 20, 2023. In an upcoming City
Council meeting, Council will also receive a consent item to approve an ordinance requiring all
telecommunication companies to comply with the vegetation management program established by
DME. If telecommunication companies fail or refuse to comply with the ordinance, DME will use
staff and/or contractor resources to trim vegetation from a telecommunication line and bill the
telecommunication cable owner for these services with an appropriate service charge.
CONCLUSION:
DME believes it is important to take this action for the benefit of the health, safety, and welfare of
the public.Requiring telecommunication companies to proactively initiate vegetation management
practices should lead to reduced maintenance costs for DME and help support transmission and
distribution line safety in case of ice storms.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Attachment 1: Letter to Telecom Providers
STAFF CONTACT:
Jerry Fielder, P.E.
Engineering Division Manager, Denton Municipal Electric
Jerry.fielder@cityofdenton.com
(940) 349-7173
REQUESTOR: Staff Initiated
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT: 1 hour
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Attachment 1
Name
Address
City, State Zip code
Dear Telecom Provider in the City of Denton,
As a result of recent winter storm events and historical challenges faced by DME regarding trees
in communication lines, there is a need for a more proactive approach to mitigate this hazard. As
such, DME is proposing to implement the same Vegetation Management Program standards used
around energized lines to communication lines. The task of following these standards is your
responsibility. Excerpts from the program have been included in Attachment A.
DME is requesting your cooperation in implementing these standards which we believe will help
mitigate impacts to the delivery of energy to our customers while also ensuring the continuity of
your service to your customers.
DME requests your response to this proposal with a date certain for implementation and
identification of a primary contact with your company for this matter.
Sincerely,
Jerry Fielder, P.E.
Engineering Division Manager
Denton Municipal Electric
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Attachment 1
Native Trees for North Texas & Growth Rate'
Scientific Name Common Name Growth Rate* Type
Pinus ponderosa Ponderosa Pine Medium Evergreen
Pinus nigra Austrian Pine Medium Evergreen
Carya illinoinensis Pecan Fast Deciduous
Quercus virginiana Live Oak Medium Evergreen
Quercus marilandica Blackjack Oak Slow Deciduous
Quercus stellata Post Oak Slow Deciduous
Quercus alba White Oak Slow Deciduous
Celtis laegigata Hackberry Fast Deciduous
Ulmus americana American Elm Fast Deciduous
Ulmus crassifolia Cedar Elm Fast Deciduous
Prosopis glandulosa Mesquite Medium Deciduous
Populus deltoides Cottonwood Fast Deciduous
Juniperus ashei Texas Cedar Medium Evergreen
*Rate of growth refers to the vertical increase in growth unless specified differently. Rate, as is
true for size is influenced by numerous variables such as soil, drainage, water, fertility, light
exposure, ad infinitum.
Slow—Tree can grow up to 12 inches per year.
Medium—Tree can grow from 13 to 24 inches per year.
Fast—Tree can grow 25 inches or more per year.
Deciduous trees' leaves lose their green coloring and turn orange, red, or brown before they shed
at the end of the growing search, generally in autumn.
1 Manual of Woody Landscape Plants by Michael Dirr
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Evergreen trees carry their leaves throughout the year. Evergreens do shed their leaves, but only
a few at a time and over a long period, so there is never a noticeable change. For most evergreen
trees, the leaves do not change color.
Distribution Clearance Work Specifications Based on Growth Chart for Native Tress in
North Texas
1. General Guidelines
Effective tree to conductor clearance is determined by OSHA Tree Trimming Standards
1910.269(a)(1)(E), 1910.269(a)(2)(ii), and 1910.269(r)American National Standards Institute
A300 Pruning Standards
a. Voltage, tree location, and importance of the individual line
b. Ambient air temperature and height of the poles and line
c. The species and growth habit
d. The trimming cycles
2. Under and Side-clearance
Any tree affecting or potentially affecting a primary distribution line shall be trimmed to
prevent any involvement with the line (SEE TABLE 1 "DME Minimum Clearance
Requirements").
Note: (1) Where the amount to be removed in order to obtain adequate clearance will have an
adverse impact on the overall long erm health of the tree, the tree will be considered for
removal; (2) The neutral wire has the potential to carry primary voltage, which contractor
shall take into consideration within clearing primary lines; and (3) Open-wire Secondary
Conductor and neutral shall have a minimum 5' of clearance. All poles will have a minimum
5'of clearance around the bottom of the pole.
3. Overhang Clearance
When at all possible, overhands shall be removed. When not removed, clearance shall be a
minimum of 15 feet.
Note: Overhand clearance shall be increased where ere circuits have experienced historical
exposure to snow and ice.
4. Other Clearances
Secondary conductors, service drops, streetlight circuit, DME fiber-optic and guy wires shall
be cleared on a case-by-case basis as determine necessary by DME during field inspection, to
free them from weight, strain, or displacement cause b contact with trees.
5. Vine Clearance
Unless otherwise instructed, vines ascending all poles and guy wires shall be cut off at ground
level.
Tree trimming clearances are established and based on the following:
• IEEE Table 5 and Table 7 (516-2003)
• OSHA Tree Trimming Standards (1910.269)
• ANSI A 300 Pruning Standards which are industry trimming standards developed by the
Tree Care Industry Association and accepted by industry leaders, including the
International Society of Arboriculture, American Society of Consulting Arborist, Utility
Arborist Association, US Forest Service, and other tree care organization. The standards
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include use of natural lateral or directional trimming methods that promote growth of the
tree away for the electrical facilities. These trimming methods ideally allow a tree to retain
as much of its natural form as possible while requiring less trimming in the future.
• Applicable City of Denton codes
Clearance from
Conductor Type 0 to 480V 2 to 25 kV
Vegetation*
Side Primary 5 feet 10 feet
Overhang Primary 5 feet 15 feet
*All clearances are at the time of trimming
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FY 22/23 Council Requests
Number of Requests Per Quarter Total Requests Made by Council Member Requests by Department
200 123 100 Community Svcs
113 72 Enviro Svcs ■
100 54 50 Animal Svcs I
0 0 50 40 Strategic Svcs
p . 21 , Capital Projects 0
012223 022223 0322r23 Q42223 3 b^later Utilities ■
0 CSO 1
HR ■
Total Requests DME M
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Library
Legal
Please Note:the total number of requests per council member or department may • Jesse Davis • Mayor Gerard Hudspeth . Vicki Byrd Fire ■
not match,as several council members and/or departments may be associated • Mayor Pro Tern Brian Beck • Chris Watts Police
with a single request.
Tech Services
Brandon Chase McGee Airport
Marketing&Gomms
Customer Service ■
Economic Dev 1
Development Svcs
Council Number of Pending Requests by Council Member Finance ■
Requests Audit
Re
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4 3 Procurement
7 2 Solid Waste&Recycling 1
0 1 1 Risk 1
0 0 0 Parks&Rec �
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Friday Report - Council Requests smartsheet
Summary of Request Council Member Date Received Staff Assigned
Requestor
1 Shared resident's email regarding Public Private Council Member McGee 03/10/23 Wayne Emerson Economic Development Shared with Economic Complete
Partnerships. Development staff.
2 Request to meet with staff regarding the Council Member McGee 03/07/23 Becky Diviney,Cassey Ogden CMO Staff will coordinate a meeting Complete
3� reconstruction of Ryan Rd. with Council Member McGee.
Inquiry regarding power outages. Council Member Byrd 03/05/23 Antonio Puente DME Information included in the Complete
March 10 Friday Report.
4 Request to make introductions between medical Mayor Hudspeth 03/05/23 Kenneth Hedges Fire Referred to the Fire Complete
center staff and firefighters/paramedics. Department.
Inquiry on an anticipated road closure at(Aileen& Mayor Pro Tern Beck 03/02/23 Becky Diviney,Trevor Crain Capital Projects/Engineering Information included in the Complete
5 Carlton)and notifications related to non-CIP March 10 Friday Report..
projects.
6 Request for a digital folder to store Council meeting Mayor Hudspeth 02/24/23 Rosa Rios City Secretary's Office Information included in the Complete
related materials. March 10 Friday Report.
Inquiry on speed limit and speed study on Vintage Mayor Hudspeth 02/22/23 Becky Diviney,Brett Bourgeois Capital Projects/Engineering City Engineer followed up Complete
7 Blvd directly with the resident to
provide a status update.
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Meeting Agenda
City Council
Tuesday, March 21,2023 12:00 PM Council Work Session Room
Special Called Meeting
WORK SESSION BEGINS AT 12:00 P.M.IN THE COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM
CONSIDERATION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY
FOLLOWING THE WORK SESSION
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ADDRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL
Individuals may speak during a Council meeting under one of the following categories:
Open Microphone:
At regular meetings only, individuals can speak on any topic that is not on the agenda for no longer
than four (4) minutes per individual. This portion of the meeting occurs immediately after the start
of the regular meeting session. Please note, Council members cannot engage in a discussion on
topics presented during this portion and there are limited slots available for this portion of the
meeting.
Comments on Agenda Items:
Public comments can be given for any item considered by the Council, EXCEPT work session
reports or closed meetings. Individuals are only able to comment one time per agenda item and
cannot use more than one method to comment on a single agenda item. Public comments are limited
to three(3)minutes per citizen.
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Individuals are limited to four(4)minutes per public hearing item.
Individuals may participate by using one of the following methods:
1. In Person for Regular or Consent Agenda Items:
To provide in-person comments regular or consent agenda items (excluding public hearing items),
Individuals must be present at the meeting and submit a speaker card (available at the meeting
location)to the City Secretary prior to the item being called.
2. In Person for Public Hearing Items:
For public hearing items, speaker cards are encouraged but not required.
3. eComment:
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The agenda is posted online at https://tx-denton.civicplus.com/242/Public-Meetings-Agendas. Once
the agenda is posted, a link to make virtual comments using the eComment module will be made
available next to the meeting listing on the Upcoming Events Calendar. Using eComment,
Individuals may indicate support or opposition and submit a brief comment about a specific agenda
item. eComments may be submitted up until the start of the meeting at which time the ability to
make an eComment will be closed. eComments will be sent directly to members of the City Council
immediately upon submission and recorded by the City Secretary into the Minutes of the Meeting.
4. By Phone:
Individuals may register to provide comments by phone. Instructions and a link to register to
comment by phone will be available at www.cityofdenton.com/publicmeetings until noon of the
meeting date. Residents will submit contact information using the link provided and receive further
instructions via email on how to join the meeting by phone and provide comments.
After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene
in a Work Session on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 12:00 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.
This section includes questions members of the City Council direct to staff on any item listed on this
agenda. Answers are compiled in a report and provided to the City Council and members of the
public by clicking on Exhibit 1 of the item below. The link found within the document will provide
access to the supporting documentation. The report will be available prior to start of the meeting.
Any handouts distributed at the meeting will also be uploaded to the below link by 12:00 p.m. on the
business day following the meeting.
A. ID 23-624 Meeting Questions,Responses&Handouts
3. Work Session Reports
A. ID 22-2443 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding Audit Project
031 -Recreation Facility Operations.
[Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 15 minutes]
B. ID 23-148 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding Audit Project
019-Municipal Court Payments: Follow-Up Review.
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[Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 15 minutes]
C. ID 23-147 Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding proposals
from the Board of Ethics to amend the Ethics Ordinance and Board of Ethics' Rules
of Procedure.
[Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 60 minutes]
NOTE: 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 Work Session, the City Council will convene in a Special Called
Meeting in the Council Work Session Room to consider the following items:
4. CONSENT AGENDA
Each of these items is recommended by Staff or a board, commission, and committee. Approval
thereof will be strictly on the basis of the those 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.
For those items recommended by a specific board, commission, or committee, the agenda item will
reference that recommendation. To view the video of the related board, commission, or committee
meeting, as applicable, a link can be found within the applicable supporting documentation (Exhibit
1).
Listed below are bids, purchase orders, contracts, and other items to be approved under the Consent
Agenda (Agenda Items A — R). This listing is provided on the Consent Agenda to allow Council
Members to discuss or withdraw an item prior to approval of the Consent Agenda. If no items are
pulled, the Consent 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.
A. ID 23-026 Consider approval of the minutes of the March 7,2023 Meeting.
B. ID 23-056 Consider nominations/appointments to the City's Boards, Commissions, and
Committees: Airport Advisory Board, Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Board
of Ethics, Committee on Persons with Disabilities, Community Services Advisory
Committee, Denton Police Department Chief of Police Advisory Board, Health &
Building Standards Commission, Historic Landmark Commission, Internal Audit
Advisory Committee, Library Board, Parks, Recreation & Beautification Board,
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Planning & Zoning Commission, Public Art Committee, Public Utilities Board,
Sustainability Framework Advisory Committee, Traffic Safety Commission, and
Zoning Board of Adjustment.
C. ID 23-506 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton providing the February 25,
2023 meeting absence of a Community Services Advisory Committee Member be
excused; and providing an effective date.
D. ID 23-399 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton approving and authorizing
the City Manager to execute an interlocal cooperation agreement with the City of
Lewisville, Texas, for the transfer to the Lewisville Police Department its share
($20,551.00) of the proceeds of the U.S. Department of justice - Office of Justice
Programs - Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG Grant), in the form of a
TruNarc hand-held narcotic analyzer, kits, and warranty; and declaring an effective
date.
E. ID 23-528 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton ratifying the submission of
an application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 2022
Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant in the amount
of $2,178,000 to fund the salaries and benefits of six fulltime employees to staff an
aerial truck; and providing an effective date.
F. ID 23-554 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton approving the Art and
Cultural Relief Grant program; and providing an effective date.
G. ID 23-529 Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton ratifying the submission of
an application to the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, 2023 State Homeland
Security Program (SHSP) grant program funded through the US Department of
Homeland Security in the amount of $100,000 for a chemical detector; and
providing an effective date.
H. ID 23-458 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton granting the TW
Restaurant Holder, LLC dba Hooters of Denton, a noise exception for the Hooters
Crawfish Boil on Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., at 985 S
Interstate 35; and providing an effective date.
I. ID 23-578 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City
Manager, or designee, to execute a Letter Donation Agreement and accept the gift
and dedication of a fee simple interest in approximately 3.7928 acres of land located
along FM 1515 (Airport Road) in the Thomas Toby Survey, Abstract No. 1285, and
being a portion of that certain Section 3, Tract Five City and County of Denton,
Texas.
J. ID 23-516 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
Fannin Tree Farm Sales, LLC., for the purchase and installation of trees within
parks, medians, right of ways, public buildings, and other City locations for the
Parks and Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor;
and providing an effective date (IFB-BV 8136- awarded to Fannin Tree Farm Sales,
LLC., for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year
extensions,in the total five(5)year not-to-exceed amount of$1,701,000.00).
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K. ID 23-582 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule
municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional
Services Agreement with Black & Veatch Corporation, for Advanced Metering
Infrastructure Deployment Program Management - Proof of Concept for the Water
Metering Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (RFQ 7574-023 - Professional Services Agreement for
planning services awarded to Black & Veatch Corporation, in the not-to-exceed
amount of$185,687.00). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-).
L. ID 23-583 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 Our
Daily Bread, Inc., for the provision and supervision of temporary labor for the Solid
Waste and Recycling Department as set forth in the contract; providing for the
expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFQ 7988-awarded
to Our Daily Bread, Inc., for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one
(1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of
$1,040,803.00). The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-).
M. ID 23-584 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule
municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive statements of qualifications
under RFQ 8061 for the Asset Management Vision for the Water Utilities
Department; and providing an effective date (RFQ 8061). The Public Utilities Board
recommends approval(-).
N. ID 23-585 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
Andritz Separation Inc., for the purchase of one (1) refurbished belt press as a
replacement at the Pecan Creek Water Reclamation Plant for the Water Reclamation
Department, which is the sole provider of this commodity, in accordance with Texas
Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities
and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive
bidding, and if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for
the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8180-
awarded to Andritz Separation Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $278,500.00).
The Public Utilities Board recommends approval(-).
O. ID 23-586 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule
municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a contract
between the City of Denton and Patel & Patel General Partners dba Deluxe Inn,
amending the contract approved by the City Council on December 7, 2021, in the
not-to-exceed amount of $1,000,000.00; said first amendment to continue to provide
accommodations for persons experiencing homelessness during the declared
disaster related to COVID-19 for the Community Development Department;
providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date
(RFP 7829- providing for an additional first amendment expenditure amount
not-to-exceed $250,000.00, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed
$1,250,000.00).
P. ID 23-587 Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule
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municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8117
for the Transitional Housing Project for the Community Development Department;
and providing an effective date(RFP 8117).
Q. ID 23-588 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 Fun
Abounds, Inc., through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract #
679-22, for the construction of the McKenna Park Improvements for the Parks and
Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (File 8183 - awarded to Fun Abounds, Inc., in the
not-to-exceed amount of$167,806.00).
R. ID 23-589 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
Anixter Inc., for concrete street lights and concrete aggregate poles for the Denton
Municipal Electric Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and
providing an effective date (IFB 8191 - awarded to Anixter Inc., for three (3) years,
with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5)
years not-to-exceed amount of $1,125,000.00). The Public Utilities Board
recommends approval
5. 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.
CERTIFICATE
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the official website
(https://tx-denton.civicplus.com/242/Public-Meetings-Agendas) and bulletin board at City Hall, 215 E.
McKinney Street, Denton, Texas, on March 17, 2023, in advance of the 72-hour posting deadline, as
applicable, and in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
CITY SECRETARY
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Tentative Work Session Topics and Meeting Information
Updated: March 10, 2023
Meeting Date Item Legistar ID Departments Involved Type Estimated Time
March 21,2023 A.Audit Project 031-Recreation Facility Operations 22-2443 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
Work Session(@12:00 p.m.) B. Audit Project 019-Municipal Court Payments Follow-Up 23-148 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
Special Called Meeting(Continuous)
To Be Canceled:Regular Meeting C. Packet of Proposed Amendments to the Ethics Ordinance 23-147 Internal Audit City Business 1:00
*NO additional work sessions may be Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
scheduled without CM approval;
Total Est.Time: 2:00
NO IC or PH items may be
scheduled for this meeting. Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Update from United Way of Denton County 23-485 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
B. Update on Proposed 2023 Denton ISD Bond Program 23-486 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
C. Update on City of Denton Downtown Master Planning Process 23-487 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
April 4,2023 D. Partnerships between City of Denton and Denton ISD
Special Called Joint Meeting with Denton ISD •Police Summer Basketball League
(@ 11:30 a.m.) •Fire Academy and Fire Camp 23-488 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
At the Development Service Center •Summer Youth Jobs Program
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Am Total Est.Time: 2:30
A. Comprehensive Diversion Ordinance 23-383 Solid Waste City Business 0:45
B. MUD TBD Deveopment Services City Business 2:00
April 4,2023 C. Proposition B(Can Do's) TBD City Manager's Office (12/06/2022)Council Request:Davis 0:45
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) D.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-212 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s):Human Resources Item Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 4:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:Public Hearing and Approval of Roadway Impact Fee Study;Public Hearing and Approval of Roadway Impact Fees
A. Audit Project 032-Fleet Operations:Fuel Management 23-151 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
B. Aggressive Panhandling Ordinance 22-1281 Police;Community Services Council Request:Hudspeth0:45
(6/07/2022)
April 18,2023 C.Wastewater Master Plan Update 23-375 Water Utilities City Business 0:45
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) D. Allocation of Excess Sales Tax 23-456 City Manager's Office Council Request:Hudspeth 0:30
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) (12/06/2022)
E.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-213 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 3:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Audit Project 022-Building Permits Follow-Up 1 23-149 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
B. Audit Project 016—COVID-19 Response:Pandemic Preparedness 22-150 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
May 2,2023 C. Consolidated Plan and Action Plan Update 23-286 Community Services City Business 0:30
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) D. DCTA Quarterly Update and Introduction of New Staff 23-421 Engineering City Business 0:30
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) E.Two-Minute Pitch: 1 23-214 1CIty Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 2:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Classification and Compensation Study Overview 23-431 Human Resources City Business 1:00
B. Police Department Update 23-601 Police City Business 0:30
May 16,2023 C. GreenSense Update 22-1847 DME City Business 0:45
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) D.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-215 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 3:15
Other Major Items for Meeting:CANVASS May 6,2023 General and Recall Elections/Order Runoff if needed
A. Audit Project 034-Fleet Operations:Fuel Card Administration 23-424 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
B. Golf Cart Ordinance 23-489 Engineering City Business 0:30
June 6,2023
Work Session(@26:30 p.m p.m
Regular Meeting(@6: .) C.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-216 city Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 2:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
June 20,2023 NO MEETING-Day after luneteenth Holiday(June 19)
June 24,2023 City Council Retreat 23-562 City Manager's Office City Business 8:00
City Council Retreat(@9:00 a.m.)
A.Audit Project 033-Pedestrian&Cyclist Safety 23-425 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
B. Capital Improvement Plan Work 1 23-268 IFinance City Business 1:00
June 27,2023 C. Bell/Eagle Intersection Traffic Analysis 23-440 Capitol Projects/Engineering City Business 0:30
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) D.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-217 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
[Continuous Meeting] Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 3:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
July 4,2023 NO MEETING-Independence Day Holiday and Summer Break
A. Utility Budgets&Rates Work Session 23-270 Finance City Business 1:00
July 18,2023
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) B.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-218 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 2:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Utility Budgets&Rates Work Session Follow-up 23-282 Finance City Business 1:00
July 25,2023
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) B.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-219 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
[Continuous Meeting] Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 2:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Audit Project 004-Police Property Room:Second Follow-up 23-595 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
B. Audit Project 005-Utility Street Cuts:Second Follow-up 23-596 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
August 1,2023 C. DCTA Quarterly Update 23-465 Engineering City Business 0:30
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) D.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-220 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s):City Manager and City Attorney Annual Reviews Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 2:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
August 5,2022(Saturday)
A. Budget Workshop 23-272 Finance City Business 8:00
Budget Workshop(@9:00 a.m.)
At the Development Service Center
Total Est.Time: 8:00
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Meeting Date Item Legistar ID Departments Involved Type Estimated Time
A. Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Audit Plan 23-597 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
B. Budget Follow-up 23-273 Finance City Business 1:00
August 15,2023
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) C.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-221 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.)
Closed Meeting Item(s):Internal Auditor and Municipal Judge Annual Reviews Legal(if any) I City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 2:30
Other major Items for Meeting:
September 5,2023 NO MEETING-Day after Labor Day(Sept 4)
September 12
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.)
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
If needed for Budget M Total Est.Time: 0:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Audit Project 034-Fire Prevention 23-593 Internal Audit City Business 0:30
September 19
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.) B.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-222 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.)
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 1:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A.Audit Project 035-Staff Recruitment&Hiring 23-594 Internal Audit City Business 030
September 26
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) B.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-223 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 1:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
October 3,2023 NO MEETING-National Night Out
October 17
Work Session(@26:30 p.m p.m
Regular Meeting(@6: .) A.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-224 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 1:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
October 24
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) A.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-225 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 1:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. DCTA Quarterly Update 23-466 Engineering City Business 0:30
November 7
Work Session(@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting(@6:30 p.m.) B.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-226 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 1:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
November 14
Work Session Meeting
(@ :30 A.Two-Minute Pitch: 23-227 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Special Called Meeting(@6:30 p.m.)
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal(if any) City Business 0:30
Total Est.Time: 1:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
November 21,2023 NO MEETING-Thanksgiving Week
Estimated Work
Item Legistar ID Departments Type
Session Date
City Council Communication and Group Effectiveness 22-2182 City Manager's Office Council Priority 0:30
City Hall West Programming TBD City Manager's Office City Business TBD
Work Session Items to be Determined Airport Master Plan TBD Airport City Business TBD
Wildlife Corridors TBD Environmental Services City Business TBD
&Sustainability
Emergency Medical Service(EMS)Fees 22-2263 Finance City Business 0:45
Item Dates Departments Type Estimated Work
Council Priorities and Significant Work Plan Items
to be Scheduled
Item Date Approved Department Estimated Hours to Complete Requester
RFP for a Downton Parking Survey 10-18-2022 Economic Development TBD CM Davis
Approved Council Pitches to be Scheduled ITowing Enforcement Signage 2-7-2023 TBD CM Davis
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City of Denton City Hall
215 E.McKinney St.
Meeting Calendar Denton,Texas 76201
U E 1VTO N www.cityofdenton.com
Criteria : Begin Date: 31112023, End Date: 513112023
Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location
March 2023
3/1/2023 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
3/2/2023 8:00 AM Agenda Committee City Hall Conference Room
3/2/2023 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership CANCELLED
Board
3/6/2023 5:30 PM Board of Ethics Council Work Session Room
3/6/2023 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission CANCELLED
3/6/2023 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Civic Center Community Room
Board
3/7/2023 1:30 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
3/8/2023 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership CANCELLED
Board
3/8/2023 11:00 AM Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Development Service Center
Board
3/8/2023 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East
Human Resources Training Room
3/8/2023 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board CANCELED
3/9/2023 3:00 PM Health&Building Standards CANCELLED
Commission
3/10/2023 12:00 PM Community Services Advisory Development Service Center
Committee
3/11/2023 9:00 AM Community Services Advisory Development Service Center
Committee
3/13/2023 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
3/13/2023 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
3/13/2023 5:30 PM Board of Ethics Council Work Session Room
3/13/2023 5:30 PM Library Board Meeting Room at the North
Branch Library, 3020 N. Locust,
Denton, Texas
3/14/2023 9:00 AM Committee on the Environment CANCELED
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Meeting Calendar continued..
Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location
3/15/2023 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
3/16/2023 3:00 PM Committee on Persons with Disabilities Development Service Center
3/21/2023 12:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
3/21/2023 6:30 PM City Council CANCELLED
3/22/2023 Community Partnership Committee City Hall Conference Room
3/24/2023 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Council Work Session Room
Committee
3/27/2023 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
3/27/2023 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
3/27/2023 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center
3/29/2023 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room
3/29/2023 11:00 AM Downtown Denton Tax Increment Development Service Center
Financing Zone No. 1 Board Training Rooms
3/29/2023 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
April 2023
4/3/2023 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Civic Center Community Room
Board
4/4/2023 11:30 AM City Council Development Service Center
4/4/2023 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
4/6/2023 8:00 AM Agenda Committee Council Work Session Room
4/6/2023 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center
Board Training Rooms
4/6/2023 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center
Board Training Rooms
4/6/2023 4:00 PM Public Art Committee Civic Center Community Room
4/10/2023 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
4/10/2023 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
4/10/2023 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center
4/10/2023 5:30 PM Library Board Meeting Room at the South
Branch Library, 3228 Teasley
Lane, Denton, Texas
4/11/2023 9:00 AM Committee on the Environment Council Work Session Room
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Meeting Calendar continued..
Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location
4/12/2023 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room
4/12/2023 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
4/17/2023 5:30 PM Traffic Safety Commission Development Service Center
4/18/2023 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
4/24/2023 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
4/24/2023 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
4/24/2023 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center
4/26/2023 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room
4/26/2023 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
4/28/2023 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Council Work Session Room
Committee
May 2023
5/1/2023 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification Civic Center Community Room
Board
5/2/2023 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
5/4/2023 8:00 AM Agenda Committee Council Work Session Room
5/4/2023 8:30 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center
Board Training Rooms
5/8/2023 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
5/8/2023 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
5/8/2023 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center
5/8/2023 5:30 PM Library Board Meeting Room at the Emily
Fowler Central Library, 502
Oakland St., Denton, Texas
5/9/2023 9:00 AM Committee on the Environment Council Work Session Room
5/10/2023 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership Development Service Center
Board Training Rooms
5/10/2023 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room
5/10/2023 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
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Meeting Calendar continued..
Date Time Meeting Body Meeting Location
5/16/2023 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
5/17/2023 12:00 PM Downtown Denton Tax Increment Development Service Center
Financing Zone No. 1 Board Training Rooms
5/22/2023 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
5/22/2023 10:00 AM Development Code Review Committee Development Service Center
5/22/2023 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center
5/24/2023 Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room
5/24/2023 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
Council Chambers
5/26/2023 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory Council Work Session Room
Committee
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1 Street Closure Report: Upcoming Closures smartsheet
SCR Mar 13th - 19th
Street/Intersection From To Department Department Contact
1 7 Cordaro Ct Mira Vista Dr End of cul-de-sac 03/20/23 04/07/23 Mill&overlay curb and sidewalk i Streets Jeff Jones
2 Riesling or Rhone or Merlot Dr 03/20/23 04/28/23 Concrete Panel and Sidewalk Repair Streets Roy San Miguel
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2 Street Closure Report: Current Closures smartsheet
I 1lAllllllllllllllll Closure Start Closure End
Street/Intersection 11 � I Date Date Description Department Department Contact
1 Allen St Mill St Wye St 12/12/22 03/17/23 Utility replacement and roadway Engineering Seth Garcia
reconstruction
2 Angelina Bend 1416 Angelina Bend Sandy Creek 03/13/23 04/28/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
3 Angelina Bend Dr San Gabriel Or Angelina Bend Dr(1416) 01/17/23 04/28/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
4 Atlas Dr Hercules Ln Redstone Rd 10/17/22 03/24/23 Reconstruct Streets Jeremy Wilks
5 Augusta Or Colonial Dr Augusta Or(2900) 07/11/22 04/03/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
6 Avenue S Prairie St E Dead End South 03/06/23 05/20/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
7 Bailey St Willson St Dead End South 01/30/23 06/02/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
Bonnie Brae St Scripture Roundabout Oak St 02/09/23 03/31/23 Contractor is performing Engineering Robin Davis
subgrade and pavement
8 repairs,. this will be a rolling
closure while sections are
repaired. traffic is reduced
from 4 lanes to 2 in this area.
9 Bonnie Brae St Riney Rd Windsor Dr 03/10/23 07/31/23 Urbana at Bonnie Brae:Public Public Works Inspections Jeremiah Tillman-David
Paving
10 Boxwood Or Plumbago Dr Daisy Dr 01/03/23 03/24/23 Street Panel and Sidewalk Streets Roy San Miguel
Repair
11 Bradshaw St Hickory St McKinney St 03/21/22 05/31/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
12 Bradshaw St Wilson St Prairie St East 01/30/23 06/02/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
13 Bradshaw St Prairie St E Sycamore St 03/13/23 07/17/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
14 Brook Hollow Or Greenway Dr Carriage Hill 10/07/22 04/03/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
Carroll Dr Oak St Mckinney St 12/09/22 04/13/23 Wastewater Collections will be Wastewater Tiffany Sherrane
15 installing a new sewer main
line.
Carroll Dr Oak St Mckinney St 12/09/22 04/13/23 Wastewater Collections will be Wastewater Tiffany Sherrane
16 installing a new sewer main
line.
17 Castle Pines Ln Burr Oak Or @ Intersection 02/27/23 03/17/23 Concrete Street Panel repair Streets Roy San Miguel
Clover Ln Robinwood Ln Glenwood Ln 12/09/22 04/05/23 Water Distribution will be Water Tiffany Sherrane
18 installing a new main line and
services.
19 Colonial Dr Thunderbird Or Dead End South 07/11/22 04/03/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
20 Crawford St Hickory St McKinney St 03/21/22 05/31/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
21 Crescent St Alice Carroll Blvd 01/18/23 03/31/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
Elm St Pecan St Oak St 01/23/23 03/17/23 Contractor continues work on Engineering Robin Davis
the pedestrian ramps and
22 diagonal crossings
improvements.-All Way
Crossing
23 Eufemia Or Hermalinda Dr Beatriz Dr 03/13/23 04/14/23 Sidewalk Repair Streets Roy San Miguel
24 Fannin St Welch St Beatty St 02/03/23 03/31/23 Steet Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
25 Greenway Dr Thunderbird Or Dead End South 07/11/22 04I03123 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
26 Greenway Dr Thunderbird Or Windsor Farms Dr 10/07/22 04/03/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
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Street/Intersection From Closure Start Description Department Department Contact
I— Date
27 Hattie St Paisley St McKinney St 03/21/22 05/31/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
28 Hickory Creek Rd Riverpass FM 1830 03/13/23 12/31/24 Bridge Installation Engineering Dustin Draper
29 Hickory St Exposition St Ruddell St 05/02/22 05/31/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
30 Highland St Locust St Wainwright St 01/30/23 06/02/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
31 Industrial St Dead End Wye St 01/17/23 03/31/23 Utility replacement Engineering Seth Garcia
32 Jim Christal Rd Western Blvd Masch Branch Rd 04/18/22 03/17/23 Exeter PH2:Paving Jim Christal Private Development Public Kirk Winter
Works Inspections
33 Johnson St Dallas Dr Daughtry St 01/19/23 03/17/23 Atmos working on gas main on Atmos Public Works Stephany Trammell
Collins and Johnson Inspections
34 Johnson St Dallas Dr Wye St 01/17/23 03/31/23 Utility replacement Engineering Seth Garcia
35 Lakewood Dr Greenway Dr Carriage Hill 10/07/22 04/03/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
36 Masch Branch Rd Lovers Ln Hampton Rd 06/24/22 03/21/23 Bridge collapse at 3288 N. Drainage Gabriel Rodriguez
Masch Branch Rd
37 May St Henderson Dr Autumn Oak Dr 02/27/23 04/28/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
38 McKinney St Crawford Rd Audra Ln 05/19/22 05/31/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
39 Mill St Allen St Johnson St 01/17/23 03/31/23 Utility Replacement Engineering Seth Garcia
40 Mill St Allen St Robertson St 02/27/23 05/31/23 Utility installation and roadway Engineering Seth Garcia
reconstruction
Mistywood Ln Robinwood Ln Sherwood Ln 12/09/22 04/05/23 Water Distribution will be Water Tiffany Sherrane
41 installing a new main line and
services.
North Texas Blvd 1-35 E Service Road Highland Park 02/17/23 03/31/23 Widening&Reconstruction, Engineering Robin Davis
Traffic Signal Upgrade. traffic
42 from 135 will need to use Bonnie
Brae Street. project is limited to
one-way traffic from Highland
Park to 135E.
Oak St Elm St Cedar St 02/13/23 03/17/23 Contractor is working on the Engineering Robin Davis
43 diagonal crossing on the NE
comer of Oak&Elm. -All Way
Crossing Project
44 Oak St Crawford St Wood St 04/04/22 05/31/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
45 Palamino Ct Mustang Dr Dead End West 03/06/23 03/31/23 Sidewalk Repair Streets Roy San Miguel
46 Park Access Rd Windsor Dr Riney Rd 12/15/22 07/31/23 Urbana Bonnie Brae Project: Private Development Public Jeremiah Tillman-David
Water,Sewer,Storm,Paving. Works Inspections
Robinwood Ln Kayewood Dr Emerson Ln 12/09/22 04/05/23 Water Distribution will be Water Tiffany Sherrane
47 installing a new main line and
services.
48 Savannah Trl Whitney Ct Longridge Dr 02/02/23 04/28/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
49 Smith St Johnson St Bell Ave 01/30/23 06/02/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
50 Smith St Dallas Dr(Hwy 77) Hill St 03/06/23 06/07/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
51 State School Rd 1-35E Bowie St 03/06/23 04/06/23 Utilities relocation along East Engineering Aaron Skinner
side of State School Rd
52 Sycamore St Exposition St Crawford St S 03/13/23 07/17/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
53 Wainwright St Highland St E Prairie St E 03/13/23 04/07/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
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Intersection • To ,ate ClosureM
Description Department Department
54 Wayne St Boyd St Mozingo Rd 11/14/22 03/24/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
55 Westward Dr Crestmeadow St Lookout Ln 01/23/23 03/17/23 water line tie in.open cut Private Development Public Lee Thurmond
roadway. Works Inspections
56 Whitney Ct Savannah Trl Dead End East 02/02/23 04/28/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
57 Wood St McKinney St Hickory St 04/11/22 05/31/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
58 Woodland St Brown Dr Cherrywood Ln 01/17/23 03/31/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
59 Woodrow Ln McKinney St E Troy H Lagrone Dr 02/20/23 03/17/23 Water tie in Public Works Inspections Ryan Cuba
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3 Street Closure Report: Completed Closures smartsheet
Closure End Description Department Department Contact
Street/Intersection Date
1 Ave A Ave A Greenlee St 03/10/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
2 Barthold Rd railroad crossing @ Masch Bra7-7
02/25/23 Railroad maintenance for KCS Darryl Ware
Bell Ave @ Senior Center 02/17/23 Mill and Overlay,The parking Streets Jeff Jones
3 spaces off of Bell in front of
Senior Center
4 Bell Ave Mingo Rd 300'North 02/20/23 02/22/23 Mill and Overlay of Senior Jeff Jones
Center parking along bell
5 Crescent St Fulton St Cordell St 01/16/23 03/10/23 installing new storm line along Private Development Lee Thurmond
crescent
6 Dixon Ln Comer St Cope St 01/23/23 03/02/23 Sidewalk Repair Streets Roy San Miguel
7 Eagle Dr Bernard St Beatty St 02/20/23 03/02/23 Concrete Retaining Wall Repair Streets Roy San Miguel
8 Elm Bottom Cir Sherman Dr city limits 02/23/23 02/28/23 Overlay Streets Jeff Jones
9 Fulton St Cordell St Crescent St 12/27/22 02/17/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
10 Gober St Broadway St Panhandle St 01/02/23 02/24/23 Mill and Overlay Streets Jeff Jones
11 Hickory St W(221) Piner St Ceder St 01/16/23 02/17/23 Sidewalk Repair Streets Roy San Miguel
12 Kingfisher Ln(325) Meadowlark Ln Oriole Ln 02/20/23 03/02/23 Valley Gutter Repair Streets Roy San Miguel
13 McCormick St Eagle Or Fannin St 12/27/22 03/10/23 Street Reconstruction Engineering Dustin Draper
14 Oak St W railroad crossing by Precision Or 02/25/23 02/25/23 Railroad maintenance for KCS Darryl Ware
15 Peach St Locust St Bell Ave 02/14/23 03/01/23 Mill&Overlay Streets Jeff Jones
16 Serenity Way Montecito Dr Glen Falls Ln 01/03/23 02/17/23 Street Panel and Sidewalk Streets Roy San Miguel
repair
17 Uland St Rose St Railroad Ave 04/25/22 03/01/23 Utility installations and Engineering Scott Fettig
pavement replacement.
18 Wye St Crosstimbers St Mill St 12/05/22 02/24/23 Water/wastewater replacement Engineering Seth Garcia
and full street reconstruction
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