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July 16, 2024 ·6:00 PM Final

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Agenda — 56 items

  1. 1 In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and (iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said location for this meeting.
  2. A. CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION (4 P.M.) ▶ jump to 0:22
  3. B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS ▶ jump to 1:50
  4. C. STUDY SESSION ITEMS
  5. C.1 Discuss regular agenda items. 24-487
  6. C.2 Receive an update from Atmos Energy regarding future energy needs, the implementation of strategies, and future direction. 24-503 ▶ jump to 3:00
  7. C.3 Receive an update from Woven Health Clinic. 24-507 ▶ jump to 98:58
  8. C.4 Discuss and give staff direction regarding Firehouse Theatre’s Facility Use Agreement updates. 24-509 ▶ jump to 242:20
  9. C.3 Receive an update from Woven Health Clinic. 24-507 ▶ jump to 120:17
  10. C.5 Discuss the Animal Adoption Center's capacity and future needs. 24-378 ▶ jump to 250:39
  11. C.6 Presentation on the emergency disaster plan related to alerts for impending weather and provide updates on the communication plan. 24-495 ▶ jump to 272:19
  12. C.7 Receive an update regarding Economic Development Programs. 24-492 ▶ jump to 295:40
  13. C.8 Receive a report and discuss updates to the Minor Home Repair Program. 24-481 ▶ jump to 299:51
  14. C.9 Receive a presentation regarding the Advanced Funding Agreement for the reconfiguration of Valley View Lane. 24-491 ▶ jump to 18:48
  15. C.10 Discuss the City’s Solid Waste Fee for landfill closure and post-closure. 24-538 ▶ jump to 325:37
  16. C.11 Receive an update from the Mayor and Council Members regarding board liaison information from outside organizations and other meetings attended. 24-490 ▶ jump to 365:46
  17. C.12 Discuss future agenda items. 24-488 ▶ jump to 366:14
  18. D. EXECUTIVE SESSION
  19. D.1 The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072 (Real Property), Section 551.073 (Proposed Donation), and Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) to discuss and deliberate, and to receive legal advice from the City Attorney, regarding a proposed redevelopment and possible land exchange relating to Farmers Branch Elementary School and Cox Park. 24-482
  20. D.2 The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, consultation with the City Attorney, to receive legal advice regarding the renewal of a warehouse lease agreement. 24-531
  21. D.3 The City Council will convene into closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.074, of the Texas Government Code (Personnel) to deliberate the appointment, employment, reassignment and duties of the Communications Department. 24-536
  22. D.4 The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074 (Personnel) to discuss and deliberate on proposals for City Attorney legal services. 24-519
  23. 22 The City Council may convene into executive session at anytime during the Study Session or Regular meeting pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071(2) for the purpose of seeking confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item.
  24. E. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING (6 P.M.) ▶ jump to 118:25
  25. F. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ▶ jump to 118:47
  26. G. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
  27. G.1 Recognition of the Farmers Branch Fire Department Quint 133 and Medic 133 for their actions in saving the life of a cardiac arrest victim on May 20, 2024. 24-425 ▶ jump to 124:25
  28. G.2 Presentation of a Proclamation to the James A. Smith Masonic Lodge #395 for their 150th Anniversary. 24-483 ▶ jump to 131:57
  29. G.3 Presentation of the Employee of the Month Award for the month of June to Adam Armendarez of the Parks and Recreation Department. 24-512 ▶ jump to 135:30
  30. G.4 Presentation of the American Society of Landscape Architects-Texas Chapter Award for the John F. Burke Nature Preserve, presented to the City by Dunaway and Associates. 24-409 ▶ jump to 138:46
  31. H. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST ▶ jump to 143:07
  32. 31 Pursuant to Section 551.0415 of the Texas Government Code, the City Council or City Administration may report information on the following items: 1) expression of thanks, congratulations or condolences, 2) information about holiday schedules, 3) recognition of individuals, 4) reminders about upcoming City events, 5) information about community events, and 6) announcements involving an imminent threat to public health and safety, and 7) reports from Council Liaisons to supported organizations.
  33. I. REPORT ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS ▶ jump to 147:43
  34. J. CITIZEN COMMENTS ▶ jump to 147:56
  35. 34 Public Comment is your opportunity to address your City of Farmers Branch elected officials directly about issues that are important to and your community, but there is a process that must be followed: Speaker request form(s) will be accepted by the City Secretary from the time the agenda is posted up to 30 minutes prior to the regular meeting. Individuals will not be recognized to speak during the meeting unless the Citizen Comments form has been submitted. This process applies to all action items listed on the agenda. Speaker Request Online Form: https://www.farmersbranchtx.gov/101/City-Council There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen (15) total minutes on the same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial. No disparaging or inflammatory remarks directed at any member of the City Council or City staff will be allowed. When called by the Mayor, please approach the podium and state your name and address prior to beginning your comment. If you have written notes you wish to present to Mayor and Council, please furnish an extra copy for the official files. Audio/visual presentations must be submitted in advance to the City Secretary. Please direct your comments to the City Council and not the audience.
  36. K. CONSENT AGENDA accepted Pass ▶ jump to 174:18
  37. K.1 Consider approving the following City Council meeting minutes; and take appropriate action. · May 14, 2024, City Council Meeting · June 18, 2024, City Council Meeting · June 27, 2024, Special City Council Meeting 24-489
  38. K.2 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3874 amending the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Article II, Section 2-31 (b) related to board, commission, or committee absences from meetings; and take appropriate action. ORD-3874
  39. K.3 Consider approving annual Board and Commission appointments and reappointments for 2024; and take appropriate action. 24-498
  40. K.4 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-106 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the owner of the property located at 3140 Valley View Lane; and take appropriate action. R2024-106
  41. K.5 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-113, authorizing the purchase of cargo/utility trailers from Happy Trailers for the Parks and Recreation Department in the amount of $124,285; and take appropriate action. R2024-113
  42. L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
  43. L.1 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3869 for an industrial development on approximately 7.36 acres located at 1751 Valley View Lane within the Planned Development District No. 77 (PD-77) zoning district; and take appropriate action. ORD-3869 accepted Pass ▶ jump to 178:05
  44. L.2 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3873 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance related to residential garage conversions; and take appropriate action. ORD-3873 accepted Pass ▶ jump to 221:19
  45. M. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
  46. M.1 Consider accepting the resignation of Councilmember Martin Baird, District 2, and adopting Ordinance No. 3877, calling a Special Election to be held on November 5, 2024, to fill the unexpired remaining term of office; and take appropriate action. ORD-3877 accepted Pass ▶ jump to 223:43
  47. M.2 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-116 to support capping the sales and use tax revenues paid by the Farmers Branch to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority; and take appropriate action. R2024-116 accepted Pass ▶ jump to 237:42
  48. M.3 Consider approving Resolution 2024-117 authorizing an interlocal agreement with Dallas County for grant funding under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for the redevelopment of residential homes in the Valwood Park Neighborhood; and take appropriate action. R2024-117 accepted Pass ▶ jump to 240:52
  49. N. TAKE ANY ACTION NECESSARY AS A RESULT OF THE CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION ▶ jump to 368:28
  50. O. ADJOURNMENT
  51. 50 Farmers Branch City Hall is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are available at the main entrance facing William Dodson Parkway. Persons with disabilities planning to attend this meeting who are deaf, hearing impaired or who may need auxiliary aids such as sign interpreters or large print, are requested to contact the City Secretary at (972) 919-2503 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.
  52. 51 Certification
  53. 52 I certify that the above notice of this meeting was posted at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting time, in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, on the bulletin board at City Hall. Posted by: _________________________ Stacy Henderson, TRMC, City Secretary Date posted: __/___/__
  54. 54 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:12
  55. 55 Note ▶ jump to 0:17
  56. 56 Note ▶ jump to 0:17