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January 23, 2024 ·6:00 PM Final

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  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 (3 P.M.)
  3. A.1 Discuss regular agenda items. ▶ jump to 0:32
  4. A.2 Presentation from the City’s Bond Counsel to discuss the 2024 Bond Election, the timeline of events, and compliance with the Texas Law related to a bond election. ▶ jump to 6:07
  5. A.3 Discuss appointments to the Arts and Culture Committee and create a slate list for appointment consideration. ▶ jump to 25:44
  6. A.4 Discuss appointments to the Manske Library Board and the Zoning Board of Adjustments and Building Code Board of Appeals. ▶ jump to 32:04
  7. A.5 Discuss casting a vote for Farmers Branch in the runoff election for Dallas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors. ▶ jump to 32:14
  8. A.6 Discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant Fund Reallocation for FY 2023 - 2024. ▶ jump to 32:08
  9. A.7 Discuss topics for the City Council Strategic Planning Session. ▶ jump to 46:09
  10. A.6 Discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant Fund Reallocation for FY 2023 - 2024. ▶ jump to 35:52
  11. A.8 Discuss and provide feedback regarding draft landscape amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. ▶ jump to 56:00
  12. A.9 Receive a report on the November 2023 National Pickleball Tournament. 24-056 ▶ jump to 289:48
  13. A.10 Receive an update regarding commercial solid waste collection. 24-068
  14. A.11 Discuss future agenda items. ▶ jump to 97:26
  15. B. EXECUTIVE SESSION
  16. 15 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.
  17. C. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING (6 P.M.) ▶ jump to 114:27
  18. D. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ▶ jump to 115:32
  19. E. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
  20. E.1 Presentation honoring the Dallas College - Brookhaven Women’s Soccer team for winning their third in-a-row National Championship. ▶ jump to 116:46
  21. E.2 Presentation of the Employee of the Month for November 2023 to Anita Bayaro of the Police Department. ▶ jump to 120:29
  22. E.3 Presentation of the Employee of the Month for December 2023 to Rafael Dominguez of the Fleet and Facilities Department. 24-063 ▶ jump to 124:30
  23. E.4 Presentation of the Aquatics International Magazine’s 2023 Best of Aquatics Award to the Farmers Branch Aquatics Center. ▶ jump to 127:45
  24. E.5 Presentation of the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) North Region 2023 Recreation Facility Design Excellence Award to the Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center. ▶ jump to 130:29
  25. E.6 Presentation of the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) North Region for the 2023 Park Design Excellence Award for the John F. Burke Nature Preserve. 24-062 ▶ jump to 135:05
  26. E.7 Presentation of a Proclamation designating the month of January 2024 as “Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month” in Farmers Branch. ▶ jump to 138:51
  27. F. ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST ▶ jump to 146:10
  28. 27 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.
  29. G. REPORT ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS ▶ jump to 150:16
  30. H. CONSENT AGENDA approved Pass ▶ jump to 156:04
  31. H.1 Consider approving the following City Council meeting minutes; and take appropriate action. · December 12, 2023 Regular Meeting · December 19, 2023 Special Workshop Meeting
  32. H.2 Consider excusing the absence of Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Omar Roman from the December 12, 2023, City Council meeting, and Councilmember Martin Baird from the special called City Council meeting on December 19, 2023; and take appropriate action.
  33. H.3 Consider appointments and reappointments to the Arts and Culture Committee; and take appropriate action.
  34. H.4 Consider appointments to the Manske Library Board and the Zoning Board of Adjustments and Building Code Board of Appeals; and take appropriate action.
  35. H.5 Consider approving Resolution 2024-001 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Trane U.S., Inc. to install two air conditioning chiller units for City Hall in the amount of $194,696 through a Buy Board Contract; and take appropriate action.
  36. H.6 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-002 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract for the removal, replacement, and installation of bay doors for Fire Station No. 3 with DH Pace, Inc. in the amount of $86,482 through a Buyboard Contract; and take appropriate action.
  37. H.7 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-003 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the owner of the property located at 3324 Pebble Beach Drive; and take appropriate action.
  38. H.8 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-004 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the owner of the property located at 3353 Pebble Beach Drive; and take appropriate action.
  39. H.9 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-005 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the owner of the property located at 14617 Tanglewood Drive; and take appropriate action.
  40. H.10 Consider accepting a donation from Keep Farmers Branch Beautiful, LLC, in the amount of $1,376.59; and take appropriate action.
  41. H.11 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-007 authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant in the amount of $27,800 from the State Energy Conservation Office for LED lighting retrofits; and take appropriate action.
  42. H.12 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-008 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Thomas Bus Texas, Inc. for the purchase of a transportation bus for the Parks and Recreation Department through a Buyboard Contract in the amount of $135,300; and take appropriate action.
  43. H.13 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-010 authorizing the City Manager to execute the purchase of four (4) Heavy Duty Mobile Lift Stations in the amount of $55,878 from Reeder Distributors, Inc., through Buyboard Contract; and take appropriate action.
  44. H.14 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-012 casting a vote for a candidate in the runoff election for Dallas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors; and take appropriate action.
  45. H.15 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-014, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn for intersection improvement design services for the intersection of Valley View Lane at Mercer Parkway in the amount of $101,300; and take appropriate action. R2024-014
  46. H.16 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-015 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the owner of the property located at 14272 Southern Pines; and take appropriate action. R2024-015
  47. H.17 Consider approving an extension of an expired building permit for construction of the property located at 2609 Leta Mae Lane, a new single-family home; and take appropriate action. R2024-017
  48. H.18 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3841, amending City of Farmers Branch Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66, Solid Waste, removing references to PD-99 and PD-100; and take appropriate action.
  49. I. PUBLIC HEARINGS
  50. I.1 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3838 for a multifamily development on approximately 2.49-acres located at 12055 Luna Road, described as Lot 2, Block A, Royal Hospitality Addition, within the Planned Development District No. 88 (PD-88) zoning district; and take appropriate action. ▶ jump to 159:06
  51. J. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
  52. J.1 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-021 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Community Waste Disposal, LLC for residential and municipal solid waste and recycling services; and take appropriate action. R2024-021 approved Pass ▶ jump to 249:34
  53. I.1 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3838 for a multifamily development on approximately 2.49-acres located at 12055 Luna Road, described as Lot 2, Block A, Royal Hospitality Addition, within the Planned Development District No. 88 (PD-88) zoning district; and take appropriate action. ▶ jump to 159:12
  54. J.2 Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3847 amending the City’s Code of Ordinances, Chapter 86, Utilities, that govern public sewers and the disposal of fats, oils, and grease; and take appropriate action. ORD-3847 approved Pass ▶ jump to 259:58
  55. I.1 Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3838 for a multifamily development on approximately 2.49-acres located at 12055 Luna Road, described as Lot 2, Block A, Royal Hospitality Addition, within the Planned Development District No. 88 (PD-88) zoning district; and take appropriate action. ▶ jump to 159:24
  56. J.3 Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-016 authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Order No. 1 for the design-build contract for the Multisport Facility with Lee Lewis Construction Inc. in the amount not to exceed $454,839, and amend the budget accordingly; and take appropriate action. R2024-016 approved Pass ▶ jump to 264:53
  57. J.4 Receive an update on issuing Certificates of Obligation for a new facility with the North Texas Emergency Communications Center. 24-057 ▶ jump to 265:08
  58. K. TAKE ANY ACTION NECESSARY AS A RESULT OF THE CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION
  59. L. CITIZEN COMMENTS ▶ jump to 154:30
  60. 57 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.
  61. M. ADJOURNMENT ▶ jump to 308:45
  62. 59 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.
  63. 60 Certification
  64. L. CITIZEN COMMENTS ▶ jump to 156:55
  65. 61 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: __/___/__
  66. L. CITIZEN COMMENTS ▶ jump to 157:10
  67. 67 Rollcall ▶ jump to 0:12
  68. 68 Note ▶ jump to 0:15
  69. 69 Note ▶ jump to 0:15
  70. 70 Note ▶ jump to 0:18