Bedford public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Bedford City Council will consider a developer participation agreement for the DD Gateway Village residential development on an 11-acre tract at SH 183 and N. Industrial Blvd., with city cost participation. Other items include a $730,967 ARPA appropriation plan, a $435,500 contract for Fire Station 3 renovation, amendments to water rates and fee schedules, and several procurement contracts. Three residents are scheduled to speak about homeless issues at Generations Park.

• Developer participation agreement with DD Gateway Village, Ltd. for public improvements on 11 acres at SH 183 and N. Industrial Blvd.
• Ordinance amending water rates (Ordinance No. 2024-3420)
• Resolution for Fire Station 3 renovation contract up to $435,500 (total project budget $708,784)
• Resolution approving ARPA appropriation plan for $730,967 for various projects
• Site plan approval for 26.55-acre Walmart Addition at 4101 State Highway 121

The City Council approved a site plan amendment for the Walmart at 4101 State Highway 121 to add drone delivery operations, with two drone pads, a chain-link fence, and a retaining wall. The council also approved a $98,200 contract for Bedford Road beautification design, a $327,930 ambulance remount, a $435,500 Fire Station 3 renovation, and an ARPA appropriation plan totaling $730,967. Additionally, the council cast its 26 votes for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board, with 24 votes for Fred Campos, one for Alan Blaylock, and one for Vince Puente, and appointed Steve Otto to the Street Improvement Economic Development Corporation.

• Approved Walmart drone delivery site plan (6-0)
• Approved fee schedule update excluding $75 window/door fee (6-0)
• Approved $98,200 Bedford Road beautification design contract (6-0)
• Approved $327,930 ambulance remount contract (6-0)
• Approved $435,500 Fire Station 3 renovation contract (6-0)
• Approved $730,967 ARPA appropriation plan (6-0)
• Cast 24 votes for Fred Campos, 1 for Alan Blaylock, 1 for Vince Puente for TAD Board (5-1)
• Appointed Steve Otto to SIEDC Place 2 (6-0)

City Council

This is a notice of a groundbreaking event for H-E-B at the northwest corner of Cheek-Sparger Road and Highway 121. A quorum of the City Council may be present, but no official city business will be conducted. The agenda is purely ceremonial and procedural.

• H-E-B groundbreaking at Cheek-Sparger Road and Highway 121

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will discuss updates to the library's business plan and the annual satisfaction survey. The board will also receive reports on fiscal year 2023-2024 statistics and recent fundraisers.

• Annual Library Statistics for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Update on Library Business Plan
• Update on Annual Library Satisfaction Survey
• Report on October and November fundraisers
• Library Director’s Report

City Council

The City Council may be present at a badge pinning ceremony for the Deputy Fire Chief. This is a notice of a public event rather than a legislative meeting.

• Deputy Fire Chief Badge Pinning Ceremony at 1816 Bedford Road

Beautification Advisory Board

The Beautification Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive staff and council updates, and take action on electing a Vice-Chair and Secretary. They will discuss and potentially take action on an Arbor Day event tentatively scheduled for April 25, 2025, receive a report on the 2024 Fall Sweep, and discuss Harwood median trees and the Monarch Way Station at OBS.

• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Election of Vice-Chair and Secretary
• Discussion and possible action on Arbor Day event (tentative April 25, 2025)
• Report on 2024 Fall Sweep
• Discussion on Harwood median trees and Monarch Way Station at OBS

City Council

This notice announces a Fall Sweep event on November 16, 2024. The document is a notice of a potential quorum of City Council and advisory board members attending the event; no official government business is scheduled for decision.

• Fall Sweep event at City of Bedford Library (2424 Forest Ridge Dr.)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

This notice announces a community cleanup event, not a regular board meeting. The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and other city boards may have members present, but no official decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• City of Bedford Fall Sweep event on Saturday, November 16, 2024, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Location: City of Bedford Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, TX
• Potential attendance by quorum of City Council, Beautification Advisory Board, and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members

Beautification Advisory Board

This is a notice for the City of Bedford Fall Sweep, a community cleanup event, not a formal business meeting. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the City of Bedford Library. A quorum of City Council, Beautification Advisory Board, and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members may be present, but no official decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Community cleanup event at 2424 Forest Ridge Dr.
• Possible attendance by quorum of City Council and board members

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a site plan amendment for a Walmart drone delivery pad on a 26.55-acre lot at 4101 State Hwy 121 and consider a recommendation to the City Council. The proposal adds two drone pads totaling 0.26 acres behind and beside the existing store. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from September 12, 2024, a closed executive session for legal advice, and a briefing on commission bylaws.

• Site plan amendment for two drone delivery pads (0.26 acres) at the Walmart property at 4101 State Hwy 121
• Approval of minutes from the September 12, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Closed executive session to consult with attorney on land use, zoning, and subdivision platting legal authority
• Briefing and discussion of adopted Planning & Zoning Commission Bylaws

City Council

This is a notice that a quorum of the Bedford City Council may be present at the State of the Cities Luncheon on November 14, 2024. The agenda contains no decisions, discussions, or action items—only procedural notification of a possible informal gathering.

City Council

The Bedford City Council will consider several consent agenda items including contracts for temporary staffing, maintenance supplies, and water utilities. Notable new business items include a resolution to negotiate a professional services agreement for updating the Zoning Ordinance and other land development regulations for up to $198,000, and a resolution to approve an ARPA plan for replacing HVAC units at the library for $214,533. Additionally, the council will discuss creating a Tenant's Rights ordinance.

• Consider resolution to negotiate with Kendig Keast Collaborative for zoning ordinance update not to exceed $198,000
• Consider resolution approving ARPA appropriation plan for library HVAC replacement estimated at $214,533
• Discussion on creating a Tenant's Rights ordinance for the City of Bedford
• Update on site plan for new Central Fire Station at 2121 L. Don Dodson Drive
• Fourth Quarter Financial and Investment Report showing portfolio value of $123.9 million

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss funding for holiday decorations and playground improvements. The board will also review individual park assignments and plan for the 2025 Arbor Day Event.

• Appropriation of $2,400 for reindeer for the Christmas Tree Lighting
• Discussion and possible action on playground shade structures
• Discussion on 2025 Arbor Day Event
• Review of individual park assignments for 11 city parks

Senior Advisory Board

This notice announces a tour of the Bedford Senior Center on November 4, 2024, during which a quorum of the Senior Advisory Board may be present. The agenda contains only this procedural event with no listed decisions or discussions.

• Tour of Bedford Senior Center at 3524 Central Drive

City Council

The City Council may be present at a Police Chief Badge Pinning Ceremony. This is a notice of an event rather than a legislative meeting.

• Police Chief Badge Pinning Ceremony at 2121 L. Don Dodson Drive

City Council

This is an informal community event, not a regular City Council meeting. No official business or decisions will be conducted. A quorum of council members may be present, but no votes or discussions on policy are scheduled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council on a rezoning of 2429 State Hwy 121 from Heavy Commercial to Heavy Commercial/Specific Use Permit for a self-service storage facility. The proposed three-story, 117,990-square-foot facility would operate daily with customer access from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Commission will also approve minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing and recommendation on Specific Use Permit SUP-24-11 for a self-storage facility at 2429 State Hwy 121.
• Rezoning from Heavy Commercial to Heavy Commercial/Specific Use Permit for self-service storage.
• Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes.
• Update on planning projects.

City Council

The City Council will discuss an economic development agreement for an H-E-B grocery store at Glade Parks South Addition. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and an appropriation plan for ARPA funds.

• Economic development agreement for H-E-B grocery store on approximately 18 acres
• Appropriation of $2,983,269 in ARPA funds for parks, fire equipment, and facility improvements
• Pavement resurfacing contract with Reynolds Asphalt and Construction Company up to $4,800,000
• Design agreement with Westwood Professional Services, Inc. for $628,381 to reconstruct Brown Trail
• Installation of LED light fixtures for Stormie Jones soccer fields for $376,000

Beautification Advisory Board

The Beautification Advisory Board will discuss and possibly approve $1,500 in miscellaneous funds. Other items include planning the Arbor Day event tentatively set for April 25, 2025, and the 2024 Fall Sweep scheduled for November 16, 2024. The board will also discuss Harwood median trees and the Monarch Way Station at OBS.

• Discussion and possible action on approving $1,500 in miscellaneous funds
• Discussion and possible action on Arbor Day event tentatively scheduled for April 25, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on the 2024 Fall Sweep scheduled for November 16, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on Harwood median trees
• Discussion and possible action on the Monarch Way Station at OBS

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will consider approving September meeting minutes and receive updates on the annual library satisfaction survey and a library discussion. Reports on North Texas Giving Day and the Friends Book Sale will also be presented, along with the Library Director's report.

• Approval of September 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Update on the Annual Library Satisfaction Survey
• Report on North Texas Giving Day results
• Report on Friends Book Sale
• Discussion and distribution of Library Director's Report

The Bedford Library Advisory Board approved the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed the annual library satisfaction survey (292 responses as of Oct 15) and reviewed the Library Business Plan, suggesting several formatting changes. The board also heard reports on North Texas Giving Day (over $9,000 raised) and the Friends Book Sale (over $1,300 raised). No formal votes were taken on these reports.

• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed extending library satisfaction survey to Nov 15 (no vote)
• Reviewed Library Business Plan; changes to be considered at Nov meeting
• Heard report on North Texas Giving Day: over $9,000 raised by Library Foundation
• Heard report on Friends Book Sale: over $1,300 raised

City Council

The provided text is not a City Council meeting agenda but a notice for a community Paper Shred Day event. A quorum of City Council members and advisory board members may be present, but no official business or decisions are scheduled.

• Event: Paper Shred Day on Saturday, October 12, 2024, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
• Location: Meadow Park Athletic Complex, 3200 Meadow Park Dr., Bedford, TX
• Possible attendance of City Council, Beautification Advisory Board, and Park Advisory Board members

Beautification Advisory Board

This agenda is not a working meeting but a notice for a City of Bedford Paper Shred Day community event on October 12, 2024, at Meadow Park Athletic Complex. A quorum of City Council, Beautification Advisory Board, and Park Advisory Board members may be present, but no decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Paper Shred Day event on Saturday, October 12, 2024, 8:00-11:00 a.m. at 3200 Meadow Park Dr.

City Council

The Council will vote on adopting the 2024 Bedford Comprehensive Plan, replacing the 2010 plan. Three rezoning requests will be considered, including one for a car dealership at 223 Bedford Road that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denying. Consent items include an ARPA-funded $441,759 for facility improvements and a $136,000 contract for additional Flock Safety cameras. The Council will also authorize an interlocal agreement for an Elementary School Resource Officer Program.

• Adopt the Bedford Comprehensive Plan (2024), repealing the 2010 plan
• Rezone 111 Bedford Road for a religious facility (SUP recommended approval)
• Rezone 223 Bedford Road for used car sales and service (SUP recommended denial)
• Appropriate $441,759 in ARPA funds for city facility improvements
• Authorize $136,000 for additional Flock Safety Falcon cameras and maintenance

The City Council approved the Bedford Comprehensive Plan (2024), repealing the 2010 plan, after a public hearing and discussion. The council also approved a specific use permit for a church at 111 Bedford Road, denied a used car sales permit at 223 Bedford Road, and approved a massage salon permit at 1105 Bedford Rd. Several consent agenda items were approved, and two items were tabled to the next meeting.

• Adopted Bedford Comprehensive Plan (2024), repealing 2010 plan (6-0)
• Approved SUP for religious facility at 111 Bedford Road (6-0)
• Denied SUP for used car sales at 223 Bedford Road (6-0)
• Approved SUP for massage salon at 1105 Bedford Rd (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 2,4-14 (6-0)
• Tabled library materials purchase resolution to next meeting (6-0)
• Tabled temporary use ordinance amendment to next meeting (6-0)
• Appointed members to citizen boards and commissions (6-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Bedford Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the Library Business Plan and receive updates on the Annual Library Satisfaction Survey, the budget process, and ARPA-funded projects. The board will also consider approval of the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes and review the Library Director's Report. All items are for discussion or information only, with no final decisions expected.

• Discussion on the Library Business Plan
• Update on the Annual Library Satisfaction Survey
• Update on the Budget process
• Update on ARPA funded projects for the Library
• Approval of August 21, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Library Advisory Board unanimously approved the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes. The board received updates on the annual satisfaction survey, the approved city budget (including a 3% staff raise and specific library funding increases), and progress on ARPA-funded projects. A draft Library Business Plan was discussed, with final approval to come later.

• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard budget update: 3% staff raise, $2,250 program budget increase, $7,500 digital content increase, $22,000 messaging platform, $2,500 solar maintenance
• Heard ARPA update: Children's Entrance construction estimated at $33,200, paging system replacement with Lantek to be completed within two weeks

City Council

This special meeting of the Bedford City Council is solely dedicated to interviewing candidates and discussing appointments to the city's citizen boards and commissions. No other business is scheduled.

• Interviews for appointments to Bedford’s Citizen Boards and Commissions
• Council discussion, if necessary, regarding those appointments

The City Council held a special session to interview applicants for Bedford's Citizen Boards and Commissions and discussed potential appointments. No formal appointments were made during the meeting; the session was procedural and ended with adjournment.

• Conducted interviews for citizen board and commission appointments
• Discussed appointments to citizen boards and commissions

Beautification Advisory Board

The Beautification Advisory Board will consider approval of August 19 minutes and receive council updates. New business includes discussion of the 2025 Arbor Day event with the Parks chair, budgeted detail items for FY2024-2025, and the 2024 Fall Sweep on November 16. Old business covers possible action on Harwood median trees and the Monarch Way Station.

• Approval of August 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on 2025 Arbor Day event with Parks chair Heather Lopez-Velarde
• Discussion and possible action on FY2024-2025 budgeted detail items
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 Fall Sweep scheduled for November 16
• Discussion and possible action on Harwood median trees and Monarch Way Station

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a recommendation to City Council on a text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, specifically Section 5.10 on Temporary Uses and Special Events. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the August 22 meeting and elect a Vice Chairperson.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation on text amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 5, Section 5.10 (Temporary Uses and Special Events)
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 22, 2024
• Election of Vice Chairperson (tabled from previous meeting)
• Possible executive session for legal advice

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended a text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to allow temporary uses for public safety and municipal operations, addressing an oversight in existing regulations. The commission also tabled the election of a Vice Chairperson until after new commissioners are appointed by City Council on September 24.

• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Recommended text amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 5, Section 5.10 for temporary municipal uses (7-0)
• Tabled election of Vice Chairperson until after September 24 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY2024-2025 annual budget and the 2024 tax rate. Council will also vote on amendments to water and sewer rates, and approve a consent agenda including a contract for School Resource Officers with HEB ISD ($315,970.74). Other notable items include ARPA-funded purchases of a fire apparatus ($614,592) and an emergency response vehicle ($115,720).

• Public hearing and adoption of FY2024-2025 annual budget and 2024 tax rate
• Ordinance amending water rates (Ordinance 2023-3381) and sewer rates (Ordinance 2023-3382)
• Resolution for School Resource Officer agreement with HEB ISD – $315,970.74
• Purchase of fire apparatus with ARPA funds – $614,592
• Purchase of a mobile home from TSG Industries – $135,484

The City Council adopted the annual budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and levied a property tax rate of $0.495726 per $100 valuation, a 2.37% effective increase, all in 6-0 votes. The council also approved amended water and sewer rate schedules, with the water rate ordinance passing 5-1. A mobile home purchase for fire station housing and a new fire apparatus were also approved.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 annual budget (6-0)
• Levied 2024 tax rate of $0.495726 per $100 valuation, a 2.37% effective increase (6-0)
• Ratified property tax increase as required by state law (6-0)
• Approved amended water rate schedule (5-1)
• Approved amended sewer rate schedule (6-0)
• Approved $135,484 mobile home purchase from TSG Industries for fire station housing (6-0)
• Approved $614,592 fire apparatus purchase from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists (6-0)
• Approved 8 consent agenda items including SRO interlocal agreement and Atmos rate settlement (6-0)

Senior Advisory Board

The Senior Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss proposed fees for the Bedford Senior Center and potential dining deals for AARP members with local businesses. They will also receive an update on the future Senior Center and consider approval of the August 5, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Discussion on proposed fees for the Bedford Senior Center
• Discussion on dining deals for AARP members with Bedford businesses
• Update on future Senior Center plans
• Approval of August 5, 2024 regular meeting minutes

Cultural Arts Advisory Board

The Cultural Arts Advisory Board will consider approving June 2024 meeting minutes, receive council and staff updates, and discuss the fabrication and installation of a new sculpture at Generations Park. Members will also explore plans for a potential grand opening ceremony for the sculpture.

• Update on fabrication and implementation of sculpture at Generations Park
• Discussion of potential grand opening ceremony for the new sculpture
• Approval of Cultural Commission minutes from June 24, 2024

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on the Parks Capital Improvement List. The board will also discuss the 2025 Arbor Day Event, review individual park assignments, and consider approval of August 1 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on Parks Capital Improvement List
• Discussion on 2025 Arbor Day Event
• Consider approval of August 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Council and staff updates
• Discussion of individual park assignments for 11 parks including Bedford Trails Linear Park and Generations Park

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint public hearing to receive an overview of the draft Comprehensive Plan (Master Plan) and consider taking action on it. The plan outlines a vision, guiding principles, and policies for future land use, mobility, environment, and community character.

• Public hearing on draft Comprehensive Plan
• Consideration of adoption or other action on the plan
• Overview of vision statement and six guiding principles

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to approve the American Rescue Plan Act Appropriation Plan. This includes appropriating an estimated $49,241 from the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund for roof repairs and replacements by PMR Roofing.

• Estimated $49,241 appropriation for roof repairs by PMR Roofing
• Total estimated cost for nine city facility roofs is $341,267.74
• Expected insurance adjustment of $292,027.11
• Proposed repairs for facilities including Development Center, Fire Station #2, and Bedford Rec Center

City Council

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special joint session to receive an overview of the draft Comprehensive Plan (Master Plan). The body will hold a public hearing and consider taking action on the document.

• Public hearing on the draft Comprehensive Plan (Master Plan)

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint public hearing and approved the draft Comprehensive Plan (Master Plan) with amendments. The amendments rename the Lifestyle Residential development pattern in The Meadows district to Neighborhood Village and change its density to three to ten units per acre. The plan will be brought to Council as an ordinance for final approval on September 24, 2024.

• Approved new Master Plan with amendments (7-0)
• Renamed Lifestyle Residential to Neighborhood Village in The Meadows district
• Changed density in The Meadows district to three to ten units per acre

City Council

This document is a notice for a 'Mornings with the Mayor' event on August 24, 2024. It is not a formal meeting agenda with decision items.

• Mornings with the Mayor event at the Bedford Center YMCA

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend rezoning for a massage salon, a car sales and service business, and a religious facility. The body will also elect a Vice Chairperson.

• Rezoning of 1105 Bedford Rd for a massage salon (SUP-24-9)
• Rezoning of 223 Bedford Road for new and used car and truck sales and service (SUP-24-7)
• Rezoning of 111 Bedford Road for a religious facility (SUP-24-8)
• Election of the office of Vice Chairperson

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a Specific Use Permit for a massage salon at 1105 Bedford Road, and a religious facility at 111 Bedford Road. The commission recommended denial of a used car sales SUP at 223 Bedford Rd. The vice chair election was tabled.

• Approved SUP for massage salon at 1105 Bedford Rd (5-0)
• Approved SUP for religious facility at 111 Bedford Rd (5-0)
• Denied SUP for used car sales at 223 Bedford Rd (5-0)
• Tabled vice chair election to a future meeting (5-0)
• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review the Annual Library Satisfaction Survey, receive an update on the budget process, and hear a report on projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The board will also discuss upcoming fundraisers and the Friends Big Book Sale. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the May 15, 2024 regular meeting.

• Approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and discussion of the Annual Library Satisfaction Survey
• Update on the budget process
• Report on ARPA funded projects
• Report on upcoming fundraisers and the Friends Big Book Sale

The Library Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 15, 2024 regular meeting. The board also reviewed the 2024 Annual Library Satisfaction Survey, which will run from September 1 to October 31, with comments to be used in the Library Business Plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved May 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed 2024 Annual Library Satisfaction Survey (no vote)

City Council

This notice announces a collaboration meeting between the City Council and the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District. The agenda contains only procedural information; no specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

• No specific agenda items provided; meeting is a collaboration session with HEB ISD.

4B Board (Street Improvement Economic Development Corporation)

The Street Improvement Economic Development Corporation (4B Board) will consider approval of the FY 2024/2025 budget and Capital Improvement Plan, which includes $5,913,573 in total expenditures and $2,850,000 in capital outlay for street projects. The board will also receive a staff report on the status of current FY 2023/2024 projects and a financial report showing expenditures exceeded revenues by $653,242 as of June 30, 2024. The meeting includes approval of minutes from February 6, 2024.

• Consider approval of FY 2024/2025 budget with $5,913,573 total expenditures, including $2,850,000 for capital outlay
• Receive financial status report: $2,507,799 revenues, $3,161,041 expenditures, $653,242 deficit due to sales tax timing
• Staff report on status of FY 2023/2024 projects: Cummings Drive, Wade Drive, local streets like Nottingham Addition and Century Place
• Proposed FY 2025 projects: Tennis Drive mill & overlay ($200,000), Brown Trail design ($150,000), Rankin Drive utility/street improvement design
• Approval of February 6, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The 4B Board approved the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget and Capital Improvement Plan, which includes street preservation, mill and overlay projects, and utility improvements. The board also approved the minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting. Staff reported on project status and financials, noting sales tax revenue for June 2024 was $308,510, up 4.33% from the prior year, and that expenditures exceeded revenues by $653,242 as of June 30, 2024.

• Approved FY2024/25 budget and Capital Improvement Plan (6-0)
• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Beautification Advisory Board

The Beautification Advisory Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on city landscaping and event funding. The board is also reviewing plans for a community garden and a Monarch Way Station.

• Possible action on appropriating $1,350 for Paper Shred Day
• Possible action on Harwood median trees
• Discussion on community garden for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025
• Possible action on the Monarch Way Station at OBS

City Council

The Beautification Advisory Board will present two recognition awards: a residential Smart Yard Award and a business Beautiful Landscape Award. The ceremony is open to the public, and a quorum of City Council members may be present.

• Residential Smart Yard (Eco-Friendly) Award presented to Alexandra Taylor Cowart at 3609 Pecan Cir.
• Business Beautiful Landscape Award presented to The Arbors on Forest Ridge at 2200 Forest Ridge Dr.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning text amendments to define "Automotive Engineering and Restoration" and rezone two acres at 1916 Parkwood Drive to permit that use. They will also consider a $200,000 pavement marking contract with Stripe-A-Zone, Inc., and an agreement with Cigna for employee medical/dental benefits. A public hearing on the FY 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax rate will be set for September 10, 2024.

• Public hearing on text amendment to create definition for Automotive Engineering and Restoration use
• Public hearing on rezoning 1916 Parkwood Drive (2 acres) for Automotive Engineering and Restoration via Specific Use Permit
• Consider resolution for pavement marking contract with Stripe-A-Zone, Inc., estimated $200,000
• Consider resolution to cancel three Council meetings (Oct 8, Nov 26, Dec 24, 2024)
• Consider agreement with Cigna for employee medical/dental benefits effective October 1, 2024

The City Council approved a zoning text amendment, a Bedford Commons PUD amendment, and a specific use permit to allow an Automotive Engineering and Restoration business at 1916 Parkwood Drive, with an eight-foot screening wall condition. The council also approved switching employee medical and dental benefits to Cigna, saving approximately $132,000, and set a public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax rate.

• Approved zoning text amendment creating 'Automotive Restoration and Engineering' definition (6-1)
• Approved Bedford Commons PUD amendment to allow automotive restoration use with SUP (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 1916 Parkwood Drive to PUD/SUP for automotive restoration use (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda items including pavement marking contract with Stripe-A-Zone ($200,000) (7-0)
• Approved Cigna agreement for employee medical and dental benefits effective Oct 1, 2024 (7-0)
• Called public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget for Sept 10, 2024 (7-0)
• Set proposed tax rate at $0.495726 per $100 valuation for Sept 10 hearing (7-0)

Animal Shelter Advisory Board

The Animal Shelter Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving minutes from April 15, 2024, receive a report on shelter statistics, discuss shelter updates, and set future meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural with no proposed ordinances or financial actions.

• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2024
• Report on shelter statistics
• Shelter updates
• Discussion on future meeting dates

The Animal Shelter Advisory Board approved the January 22, 2024 minutes without changes. The meeting was primarily informational, with reports on shelter statistics, new staff, training, and upcoming events. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved January 22, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize truck-mounted adulticide spraying within city rights-of-way to control the mosquito population, following two consecutive weeks of positive samples and three human cases of West Nile Virus. The council will also receive and discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget overview during the work session.

• Resolution authorizing City Manager to allow truck-mounted adulticide spraying ($57 per application)
• FY 2024-2025 budget overview discussion

Senior Advisory Board

The Senior Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from June, discuss volunteer opportunities, and decide whether to move or cancel the September meeting due to the Labor Day holiday. The board will also receive an update on the future Senior Center.

• Approval of June 3, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of upcoming volunteer opportunities
• Possible action to move or cancel September meeting due to Labor Day
• Future Senior Center update

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and possibly approve $2,400 to fund reindeer for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting event. Other items include approval of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes, a discussion on the 2025 Arbor Day event, and individual park assignment updates.

• Discussion and possible action on appropriating $2,400 for reindeer at Christmas Tree Lighting
• Discussion on 2025 Arbor Day Event
• Discussion of individual park assignments including Bedford Trails Linear Park, Generations Park, and others
• Approval of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board minutes from May 2, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three related items to allow an Automotive Engineering and Restoration use: a text amendment to define the use, an amendment to the Bedford Commons PUD to permit it, and a zoning change with a Specific Use Permit for a 2-acre site at 1916 Parkwood Drive. The commission will also discuss a draft comprehensive plan and provide staff direction.

• Public hearing on text amendment to define Automotive Engineering and Restoration in the zoning ordinance.
• Public hearing on amending Bedford Commons PUD Section 5.0 to allow Automotive Engineering and Restoration with a Specific Use Permit.
• Public hearing on rezoning 2 acres at 1916 Parkwood Drive (Lots 2 & 3 Block 1 First State Bank Addition) to PUD Bedford Commons/SUP for Automotive Engineering and Restoration (SUP-24-10).
• Discussion of draft comprehensive plan and staff direction.

City Council

The council will vote on an American Rescue Plan Act appropriation plan totaling $228,723 to remodel City Hall Building C for Human Resources and Finance and to relocate the Emergency Operations Center. They will also discuss remaining ARPA funding and future allocations, consider authorizing up to $10 million in certificates of obligation for capital projects, and receive direction on park capital improvements and entry monument design guidelines. Consent items include contracts with Amazon and Home Depot and ratification of emergency repairs at Fire Station #3.

• Approve $228,723 ARPA plan for City Hall Building C remodel and EOC relocation
• Authorize two-year contract with Amazon Business for supplies up to $160,000/year
• Authorize two-year contract with Home Depot for MRO supplies up to $100,000/year
• Ratify $56,378 emergency payment to J Reynolds and Co. for Fire Station #3 repairs
• Discussion and potential ordinance to issue Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024

The Bedford City Council approved a consent agenda including the ARPA appropriation plan for $228,723, a two-year Amazon contract up to $160,000 annually, a two-year Home Depot contract up to $100,000 annually, and ratification of $56,378 for emergency repairs at Fire Station #3. The Council also approved the issuance of Series 2024 Certificates of Obligation to fund capital projects, including fire station remodels and street improvements. Discussions were held on ARPA fund allocations, entry monument designs, and parks capital projects, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-5 (6-0), including ARPA appropriation plan ($228,723), Amazon contract ($160,000/yr), Home Depot contract ($100,000/yr), and fire station repair ratification ($56,378)
• Approved ordinance authorizing Series 2024 Certificates of Obligation (6-0) for capital projects including fire station remodels and street improvements
• Discussed ARPA fund allocation plan with $5.6 million remaining, no formal action taken
• Discussed entry monument design guidelines, no formal action taken
• Discussed parks capital improvement projects using bond funds, no formal action taken

City Council

The Council will consider rezoning 315 Harwood Road to allow for a religious facility. The agenda also includes using ARPA funds for City Hall Building C renovations and the demolition of Building B. Additionally, a resident will speak regarding a new puppy store in Bedford.

• Rezoning 315 Harwood Road to Heavy Commercial/Specific Use Permit-Religious Facility
• $143,886 for City Hall Building C remodeling via ARPA funds
• $143,500 contract for Building B asbestos abatement and demolition
• $25,000 annual printing services agreement with GM Data Products

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two rezoning requests on Harwood Road. These proposals involve changing properties to heavy commercial with specific use permits for a massage salon and a religious facility. The commission will also continue consideration of a daycare center rezoning at 209 Bedford Road.

• Rezoning request for a massage salon at 3152 Harwood Road (SUP-24-4)
• Rezoning request for a religious facility at 315 Harwood Road (SUP-24-5)
• Continued rezoning consideration for a daycare center at 209 Bedford Road (SUP-24-3)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding animal regulations and water management plans. The agenda also includes reviews of medical equipment contracts and a zoning amendment for an office park.

• Zoning amendment for a larger office building at 1314 Norwood Drive
• New regulations for animals in heat, feeding, and dangerous or aggressive animals
• Adoption of updated drought contingency and water conservation plans
• Medical equipment contracts not to exceed $60,000 annually
• Allocation of $123,822 from ARPA funds for the library

Cultural Arts Advisory Board

The Cultural Arts Advisory Board will discuss the final design and implementation of the Sculpture at Generations Park. The agenda also includes approval of May 13, 2024, minutes and staff updates.

• Discussion on the final design and implementation of the Sculpture at Generations Park
• Approval of May 13, 2024, Cultural Commission minutes

Beautification Advisory Board

The Beautification Advisory Board has scheduled a workday for June 22, 2024. The provided agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion.

City Council

This agenda is for a community event titled 'Mornings with the Mayor.' No legislative items or council actions are listed in this notice.

Beautification Advisory Board

The Beautification Advisory Board will review a presentation regarding the Beautification Award Program. The board will also discuss potential actions for the program and the Monarch Way Station at OBS.

• Presentation on the Beautification Award Program
• Discussion and possible action on the Beautification Award Program
• Discussion on Monarch Way Station at OBS

City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning request to allow for townhomes at 209 N. Industrial Blvd. Members will also review contracts for the renovation of a building on Central Drive and traffic signal upgrades. Additionally, the council will discuss a mixed-use development project near the Airport Freeway.

• Rezoning 209 N. Industrial Blvd from commercial to residential for townhomes
• $3,277,185 total budget for renovation of 3524 Central Drive
• Development agreement for 18.77 acres at 205, 209, and 401 N. Industrial Blvd
• $156,734 contract for traffic signal upgrades at Central and Cummings Drive
• $5,000 purchase of naming rights for a library study room

Cultural Arts Advisory Board

The Cultural Arts Advisory Board will discuss an update on the Generations Park Sculpture and review Post Art at the Park recommendations. The agenda also includes approval of May 13, 2024, minutes and council and staff updates.

• Update of Generations Park Sculpture
• Post Art at the Park Recommendations
• Approval of May 13, 2024, Cultural Commission minutes

Senior Advisory Board

The Bedford Senior Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss a possible food pantry at the new Senior Center, review survey results, and determine volunteer needs. The board will also receive an update on the future Senior Center and consider approval of the May 6, 2024 minutes.

• Discussion on possible food pantry at new Senior Center (requested by Becky Ferrell)
• Review survey results from previous Flash Vote
• Discuss and determine possible volunteer needs at future Senior Center
• Future Senior Center update
• Approval of May 6, 2024 regular meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning change for 209 N. Industrial Blvd from commercial to medium-density residential (MD-4) to allow a 106-unit townhome development, and on a specific use permit for a day-care at 209 Bedford Road. They will also consider approval of a preliminary plat for the Gateway Village subdivision. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on these items.

• Zoning change (ZC-24-1) for 209 N. Industrial Blvd from Light/Heavy Commercial to MD-4 for 106 townhomes
• Specific use permit (SUP-24-3) for day-care at 209 Bedford Road
• Preliminary plat (PLAT-24-6) for Gateway Village, 106 lots on 11.275 acres
• Proposed alternative development standards for MD-4 (e.g., 55% floor area ratio, 22-ft lot width, 1,600 sq ft lot area)
• Tree mitigation: 84 protected trees, 2,016 caliper inches removed, mitigation required

City Council

The City Council is discussing the issuance of Certificates of Obligation for public safety, firefighting, and park facilities. The body is also considering several service contracts and a construction award for street improvements.

• Proposed Certificates of Obligation not to exceed $22,025,000 for public safety, firefighting, parks, streets, and water/sewer improvements
• Construction contract for Phyllis Street Improvements Project (Brown Trail to east of Dora Street) for $1,196,924.00
• Three-year contract renewal with OpenGov, Inc. for $346,588.26 for permitting and code enforcement software
• Estimated $311,840 for City Hall Building C remodel using American Rescue Plan Act funds
• One-year agreement with Utility Data Systems of Texas, LLC in an estimated $24,674

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations to City Council on three items: amending the Pedersen Office Park PUD to allow a larger office building at 1314 Norwood Drive, creating a zoning definition for Automotive Engineering and Restoration, and allowing that use in the Bedford Commons PUD. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 9 meeting and receive an update on planning projects.

• Public hearing on PUD-23-8 to increase allowed building size at 1314 Norwood Drive from 3,000 to 4,095 sq ft (1,095 sq ft increase)
• Public hearing on text amendment to define 'Automotive Engineering and Restoration' in Zoning Ordinance Appendix A, Chapter 3
• Public hearing on text amendment to Bedford Commons PUD to allow Automotive Engineering and Restoration in Core Mixed Use Character Zone with a Specific Use Permit
• Approval of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on planning projects

Beautification Advisory Board

The Bedford Beautification Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on appropriating funds for wildflower seeds, and to discuss a community garden for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. The board will also hear a presentation from the city's Environmental Specialist and receive updates on ongoing projects like the Beautification Award Program and Monarch Way Station.

• Discussion and possible action to appropriate funds for wildflower seeds
• Discussion on community garden for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025
• Presentation from Environmental Specialist Tyler Spence
• Discussion on Eagle Scout project for the old Bedford well
• Update on Beautification Award Program

City Council

This document is a notice that a quorum of City Council and Board and Commission members may be present at the Art at the Park event. No official city business is scheduled for decision or discussion.

• Art at the Park event at Generations Park (2801 Forest Ridge Dr.) on May 18, 2024

Library Advisory Board

The Bedford Library Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss the results of a Library Satisfaction Survey and Flash Vote using a S.O.A.R. analysis, and to receive the Library Director's Report. The board will also consider approving minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting. Public comments are invited on agenda items.

• Discussion of S.O.A.R. analysis from Library Satisfaction Survey and Flash Vote
• Distribution and discussion of Library Director's Report
• Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for August 21, 2024

City Council

The City Council will formally accept the voting results for Mayor and Council seats and administer oaths to newly elected officials. The body will also consider several construction contracts and a site plan for a property at 205 N. Industrial Blvd.

• Contract with McClendon Construction Company for Phyllis Street Improvements: $1,196,924
• Concrete services contract with Manning Concrete Sawing: $750,000
• Agreement with Andale Construction, Inc.: $205,000
• Professional services agreement with Williams Tharp Architects for Fire Station 2 remodel: $178,000
• City Hall Building A re-roof by Mooring USA: $103,845

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving a final plat to subdivide 7.49 acres at 205 N. Industrial Blvd. into four lots, and will review a site plan for one of those lots (5.2 acres) for commercial development. They will also discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan and review commission suggestions on policies, goals, and action items. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and an executive session for legal advice.

• Final plat of Crossroad East Addition Lots 1-R1, 1-R2, 1-R3, and 1-R4, 7.49 acres at 205 N. Industrial Blvd. (PLAT-24-5)
• Site plan for Lot 1-R1, 5.2 acres at 205 N. Industrial Blvd. (SITE-24-4)
• Discussion of draft Comprehensive Plan and commission suggestions
• Approval of minutes from April 11 and April 18, 2024 meetings

Senior Advisory Board

The Bedford Senior Advisory Board is meeting to discuss volunteer needs and opportunities for the new Senior Center, hear a presentation on a 'Friends Group,' and consider selecting Board shirts. They will also receive updates on the Senior Center and a list of area resources for seniors, and review communication rules. The meeting includes public comments and approval of the March 4, 2024 minutes.

• Presentation on Senior Center 'Friends Group'
• Discussion on volunteer needs for the new Senior Center
• Discussion and possible action on Board shirts selection
• Update on comprehensive list of resources for seniors
• Review of member communication rules

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the future of the Bedford Bark Park, receive updates on the baseball field management agreement at Generations Park, Bedford Commons, and allocated funds for the Performing Arts Center, and plan the 2025 Arbor Day Event. The board will also approve minutes from February 1, 2024, and hear public comments on agenda items.

• Discussion on the future of the Bedford Bark Park
• Update on baseball field management agreement at Generations Park
• Update on Bedford Commons
• Update on allocated funds for Performing Arts Center
• Discussion on 2025 Arbor Day Event

City Council

The City Council will discuss a memorandum of understanding for the Bedford Commons Mixed-Use Project and a zoning ordinance amendment regarding fences. The body will also review expenditures made by the former City Manager and a professional services agreement with Gary Johnson.

• MOU with Midway Development Group, LLC for the Bedford Commons Mixed-Use Project
• Ordinance amending Section 5.5.B of the Zoning Ordinance regarding fences abutting incompatible districts
• Site plan for 3030 Harwood Road (Harwood Bedford Medical Office Village)
• Ratification of professional services agreements with Gary Johnson and Gary D. Johnson Municipal Consulting Services, LLC
• Discussion on whether former City Manager expenditures required prior Council approval

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss draft bylaws and rules of procedure, direct staff accordingly, and possibly take action. The commission may also convene in executive session to consult with its attorney on legal authority over land use, zoning, and subdivision platting matters. If the commission acts on the bylaws, the document will be forwarded to the City Council for adoption.

• Discuss draft bylaws and rules of procedure for the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Possible action on the draft bylaws, which would then go to City Council for adoption
• Executive session for legal advice on land use, zoning, and subdivision platting authority
• Bylaws include membership, officer, and meeting rules for the commission

City Council

The city is holding a Candidate Forum at the Bedford Center YMCA. This is a notice of the event rather than a legislative meeting with a formal agenda of decisions.

• Candidate Forum at 2801 Forest Ridge Drive

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two requests. One involves a residential setback variance for a home office, and the other concerns a permit for outdoor sales at a commercial property.

• Variance request for 326 Somerset Circle to allow a detached garage/home office to encroach the side yard setback by 5 feet (VAR-24-1)
• Special Event/Outdoor Sales Event request for 1424 Brown Trail for secondhand merchandise sales (PZSE-24-1)

Beautification Advisory Board

The Bedford Beautification Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several beautification initiatives, including the Art at the Park project, the Beautification Award Program, and a Monarch Way Station at OBS, which may involve appropriating funds for plants and materials. The board will also discuss Clean Up Bedford Day and receive updates from council and staff.

• Discussion on Art at the Park
• Discussion and possible action on Beautification Award Program
• Discussion and possible action on Monarch Way Station at OBS, possibly appropriating funds for plants and materials
• Discussion on Clean Up Bedford Day
• Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Animal Shelter Advisory Board

The Animal Shelter Advisory Board will meet to review shelter statistics and receive shelter updates. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the January 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of January 22, 2024 minutes
• Report on shelter statistics
• Shelter updates
• Discussion on future meeting dates

City Council

This document is a notice for a 'Mornings with the Mayor' event. It is not a formal meeting agenda with legislative items.

• Event held Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Bedford Center YMCA

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning text amendment allowing exemptions from required screening walls, and will consider recommending approval of a site plan for a new medical office building at 3030 Harwood Road. The commission will also receive an update on code amendment options for automobile repair uses in the Bedford Commons PUD.

• Public hearing on amending Section 5.5.B to allow screening wall exemptions for unique topography or natural features
• Site plan for 13,455 sq ft medical office building at 3030 Harwood Road, with requested screening wall exemption due to 17-foot elevation difference
• Update on code amendment options for automobile repair uses within Bedford Commons PUD
• Approval of March 28, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review emergency spending for utility repairs and a professional services agreement for construction oversight. The body will also consider a site plan for 1601 Brown Trail and an ordinance regarding the Fire Marshal's law enforcement status.

• Emergency sanitary sewer repair at Circle Lane: $133,000
• Emergency water line repairs at Cummings Drive and Circle Lane/Shirley Way: $84,240
• Professional services agreement with Gary D. Johnson Municipal Consulting Services, LLC: $114,000
• Site plan for 19 acres at 1601 Brown Trail (Block 1 Lot 1A of L.D. Bell Addition)
• Ordinance designating the Fire Marshal as the chief law enforcement officer for the Office of Fire Marshal

Ethics Commission

The Bedford Ethics Commission is holding a regular meeting with a single new business item: reviewing and approving the minutes from its January 31, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions or discussions are on the agenda, making this a procedural-only meeting.

• Review and approve minutes from January 31, 2024 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval of a site plan for a 56.5-acre portion of the LD Bell High School property, located at 1601 Brown Trail. The plan supports the school's demolition and reconstruction by relocating tennis courts, adding a temporary parking lot, and installing a temporary practice field. Staff recommends approval. The commission will also discuss policies for the Comprehensive Plan and consider approving the February 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Site plan for LD Bell High School (SITE-24-3) – 56.5 acres at 1601 Brown Trail, includes relocating tennis courts, temporary parking (approx. 540 spaces), and a temporary practice field.
• Discussion on proposed policies and action items for the Comprehensive Plan.
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2024 meeting.
• Possible executive session for legal advice (Section 551.071).

City Council

The City Council will discuss rezoning a property at the southeast corner of Old Kirk Road and Brown Trail for a car wash establishment. The body will also review the city's audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, and a library satisfaction report.

• Rezoning of 1428 Brown Trail from Heavy Commercial to Heavy Commercial/Specific Use Permit for a car wash
• Grant application submission to TxDOT Green Ribbon Program FY2025
• Review of audited financial statements for fiscal year ending September 30, 2023
• Library Presentation of FlashVote and Satisfaction Survey Results

Library Advisory Board

The Bedford Library Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including the library volunteer program and the 2023 Volunteer of the Year. The board will also consider moving or canceling the April meeting due to the Texas Library Association Conference, and discuss security camera guidelines. An update on Local Authors Administrative Guidelines is on the agenda, along with the Library Director's report.

• Discussion and report on Library Volunteer Program
• Possible action on 2023 Library Volunteer of the Year
• Possible action to move or cancel April meeting due to TLA Conference
• Discussion and possible action on Security Camera Guidelines
• Update and possible action on Local Authors Administrative Guidelines

Audit Committee

The Bedford Audit Committee is meeting to review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Federal Single Audit Report, and required communications for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, all presented by WEAVER. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. This is a routine financial oversight meeting with no public hearings or action items beyond these reviews.

• Review of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for FY ending Sept 30, 2023
• Review of Federal Single Audit Report for FY ending Sept 30, 2023
• Review of required communications with those charged with governance
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023 meeting

Beautification Advisory Board

The Bedford Beautification Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving minutes from February 19, 2024, receive council and staff updates, and discuss possible actions on the Beautification Award Program and consultation from Native Gardens for a Monarch Way Station. The board will also receive an update from the sub-committee on Clean Up Bedford Day. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 18, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Building C, 1805 L. Don Dodson, Bedford, TX.

• Approval of February 19, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on Beautification Award Program
• Discussion and possible action on consultation from Native Gardens for Monarch Way Station
• Update from Sub-Committee on Clean Up Bedford Day
• Next workday scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2024; next meeting April 15, 2024

City Council

The notice announces a 'Mornings with the Mayor' event. This is a public gathering rather than a formal decision-making meeting.

• Event location: Bedford Center YMCA, 2801 Forest Ridge Drive

City Council

The City Council will discuss two rezoning requests and a professional services agreement. The meeting also includes a presentation on the North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvements Project.

• Rezoning of 1428 Brown Trail from Heavy Commercial to Heavy Commercial/Specific Use Permit for a car wash
• Rezoning of 3712 Central Drive to allow an existing church to expand
• Amendment to professional services agreement with SAFEBuilt Texas, LLC for civil engineering services estimated at $75,000
• Presentation on North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvements Project involving lane additions on SH 121/183 and I-820
• Resolution to reimburse expenditures with proceeds of future debt

Senior Advisory Board

The Bedford Senior Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss creating a comprehensive resource list for seniors, plan site visits to local senior centers, and receive an update on the future Senior Center. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on creating a comprehensive list of senior resources
• Discussion on site visits to local senior centers
• Future Senior Center update

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to utility billing and an ordinance to clarify water tampering penalties and service restoration rules. The body is also considering grant applications for police equipment and wellness programs, as well as the issuance of revenue bonds for the Tarrant County Water Project.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 118 'Utilities' regarding water tampering penalties and service reinstatement
• Grant application for a GPS/cellular preemptive signal light system for the Police Department
• Grant application for a Police Department mental health wellness program
• Issuance, sale, and delivery of Trinity River Authority of Texas (Tarrant County Water Project) revenue bonds
• Interlocal cooperation contract with Texas Department of Public Safety for an automated failure to appear (FTA) program

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a Specific Use Permit for Woodland Heights Baptist Church at 3712 Central Drive, allowing a 3,000-square-foot building expansion. The commission will also vote on approving the February 8, 2024 meeting minutes and may discuss real property negotiations for 205, 209, and 401 North Industrial Boulevard in executive session.

• Public hearing on SUP-23-18 for 3,000 sq ft expansion at 3712 Central Drive (Woodland Heights Baptist Church)
• Rezoning from R-75 to R-75/Specific Use Permit-Religious Facility
• Approval of February 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Executive session on real property negotiations for 205, 209, and 401 North Industrial Boulevard

Library Advisory Board

The Bedford Library Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Library of the Year application process, consider Local Authors Administrative Guidelines, and review annual library satisfaction survey results. The board will also receive the Library Director's report and approve minutes from the November 2023 meeting.

• Review and discussion of Library of the Year application and evaluation process
• Discussion and possible action on Local Authors Administrative Guidelines
• Distribution and discussion of Annual Library Satisfaction Survey results
• Approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Library Director's Report

Beautification Advisory Board

The Bedford Beautification Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to hear a presentation on entry monuments and landscape design, consider approval of January minutes, and discuss several beautification initiatives. Items for discussion and possible action include the Beautification Award Program, Monarch Waystation Planning, and planning for Clean Up Bedford Day.

• Presentation on entry monuments and landscape design by Westwood
• Consider approval of January 8, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on Beautification Award Program
• Discussion and possible action on Monarch Waystation Planning
• Discussion and planning for Clean Up Bedford Day

Beautification Advisory Board

This is a notice for a Beautification Advisory Board workday on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Bedford Public Library. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision; it is purely a procedural notice of the event, with a quorum of City Council and/or board members possibly present.

• Workday event at Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr.
• Possible quorum of City Council and/or Beautification Advisory Board members

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure and public safety projects, including a new fire station and training facility. The body will also consider two rezoning requests and various equipment purchases for parks and the YMCA.

• Professional services agreement with OWT Architects, Inc. up to $965,650 for a new fire station and training facility
• Rezoning of 1321 Brown Trail Suite D to allow kennels (SUP-23-14)
• Rezoning of 800 Forest Ridge Drive for a gasoline service station (SUP-23-21)
• Five-year subscription with Flock Safety Group, Inc. for cameras at $17,500 annually ($87,500 total)
• Purchase of a playground structure from PlayWell for $80,641.84

Cultural Arts Advisory Board

The Cultural Arts Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from January 8, 2024, and discuss and possibly select three finalists from applicants for the Generation Park Sculpture. The meeting is open to public comments on agenda items.

• Approval of Cultural Commission minutes from January 8, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on selecting three finalists for the Generation Park Sculpture

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a final plat for a 3-lot subdivision at 1937 Airport Freeway, and will receive an update on the draft future land use map and designations. The meeting also includes approval of the January 25, 2024 minutes and an update on planning projects.

• Final plat PLAT-24-1: 3-lot subdivision, 2.116 acres, 1937 Airport Freeway
• Public hearing on final plat for Denali Addition replat
• Discussion on draft future land use map and designations
• Approval of January 25, 2024 meeting minutes

4B Board (Street Improvement Economic Development Corporation)

The Street Improvement Economic Development Corporation (4B Board) will meet to approve minutes from August 2023, receive a staff report on the status of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 street improvement projects, and review the 4B Financial Status Report as of December 31, 2023. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.

• Approval of August 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff report on FY2023/24 4B street projects (thoroughfare paving, local street paving, pavement preservation)
• Receive 4B Financial Status Report as of December 31, 2023

Senior Advisory Board

The Bedford Senior Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving minutes from January 8, 2024, and hear a presentation from the Bedford Center YMCA on Active Older Adults Programming. The board will also discuss creating a comprehensive resource list for seniors, site visits to local senior centers, establishing sub-committees, a logo design, and a future Senior Center update.

• Presentation by Bedford Center YMCA on Active Older Adults Programming
• Discussion on creating a comprehensive list of senior resources
• Discussion on site visits to local senior centers
• Discussion on establishing Senior Advisory Board sub-committees
• Discussion on Senior Advisory Board logo design

City Council

The City of Bedford is holding a 'Mornings with the Mayor' event on February 3, 2024. This is a public notice that a quorum of City Council or Citizen Board and Commission members may be present.

• Event location: Bedford Center YMCA, 2801 Forest Ridge Drive

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Bedford Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to consider approval of minutes from January 4, 2024, receive council and staff updates, and discuss a potential playground for 2-5 year olds at a park location not yet determined. The board will also review individual park assignments for various parks. The meeting is largely routine, with the playground discussion being the only substantive item.

• Discussion and possible action on a 2-5 year old playground at a yet to be determined park
• Approval of minutes from January 4, 2024 regular meeting
• Review of park assignments for Bedford Trails Linear Park, Brook Hollow Park, Carousel Park, Central Park, Cheek Sparger Trails, Dewey Tennant Park, Generations Park, Harris Ryals Park, Meadowpark Athletic Complex, OBS Park, and Stormie Jones Park

Ethics Commission

The Bedford Ethics Commission will review and approve minutes from a prior meeting, examine the city's ethics ordinance and travel policy, and review councilmember travel expense reports for fiscal year 2022-2023. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions expected.

• Review and approve minutes from February 22, 2023 meeting
• Review ethics ordinance and City travel policy
• Review and approve Councilmember travel expense reports for October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a specific use permit (SUP-23-21) to allow a gasoline service station with pump island at the existing convenience store at 800 Forest Ridge Drive. The property would be rezoned from Light Commercial to Light Commercial/Specific Use Permit. Staff recommends approval without conditions. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on SUP-23-21: rezoning 800 Forest Ridge Drive from Light Commercial to Light Commercial/Specific Use Permit for a gas station with pump island
• Proposed gas station would add four pumping stations and a canopy to the existing 6,541 sq ft commercial building
• Staff recommends approval of the SUP without conditions
• Approval of minutes from the January 11, 2024 P&Z meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss several contracts, including infrastructure improvements and event planning. The body is also ordering elections for Mayor and City Council seats to be held on May 4, 2024.

• Contract with GRod Construction, LLC for Parkwood Drive Water, Sewer, and Paving Improvements estimated at $2,734,251.50
• Contract with Promoter Line, Inc. for 2024 Bedford Beats and Eats Festival production estimated at $360,000
• General election for Mayor, Place 1, and Place 2 on May 4, 2024
• Special election to amend the City Charter on May 4, 2024
• Interlocal agreement with Tarrant County, Precinct 3 for resurfacing Wade Drive from Pipeline Road to Hurst Drive

Animal Shelter Advisory Board

The Animal Shelter Advisory Board will meet to review shelter statistics and receive updates. The board will also consider approving minutes from November 6, 2023, and discuss future meeting dates.

• Approval of November 6, 2023 minutes
• Report on shelter statistics
• Shelter updates
• Discussion on future meeting dates

City Council

This document is a notice for a reception for Jimmy Stathatos. It is not a formal meeting agenda with legislative items.

• Reception for Jimmy Stathatos on January 19, 2024, at the City of Bedford Library

Building & Standards Commission

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a hearing regarding a waiver to Section 6-71 of the Sign Ordinance. The request concerns the dimension requirements for a monument sign at Generations Park at Boys Ranch, located at 2801 Forest Ridge Dr.

• Proposed waiver for a monument sign measuring approximately 42 feet long and 275 square feet
• Review of Section 6-71 dimension requirements for monument signs

4B Board (Street Improvement Economic Development Corporation)

The Bedford Street Improvement Economic Development Corporation (4B Board) will meet to approve minutes, receive a staff report on the status of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 street projects, and receive the 4B Financial Status Report as of December 31, 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of August 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff report on FY2023/2024 street improvement projects (thoroughfare paving, local street paving, pavement preservation)
• Receive 4B Financial Status Report as of December 31, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The agenda includes a public hearing for a preliminary plat at Grace Park and a rezoning request for a kennel-related specific use permit near Brown Trail.

• Election of Commission Chairperson
• Election of Commission Vice Chairperson
• Preliminary plat of 8.691 acres in Grace Park (PLAT-23-3)
• Rezoning for kennel/breeding/training use at 1321 Brown Trail (SUP-23-14)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and discuss contracts for emergency equipment and water facility upgrades. The body will also consider an interlocal agreement for combined jail services with Hurst and Euless.

• Rezoning 209 Bedford Road to Heavy Commercial/Specific Use Permit for a religious facility
• Rezoning 2701 Brown Trail to Service Commercial/Specific Use Permit for a religious facility
• Rezoning 1916 and 2000 Parkwood Drive to PUD for automotive repair and garage
• Contract with Southwest/Medic Built Ambulance, LLC for an ambulance remount and stretcher for $319,929.79
• Contract with Supertech Automation for water facility SCADA system upgrades estimated at $59,525

Cultural Arts Advisory Board

The Bedford Cultural Arts Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to elect a vice chairperson, approve minutes from October 2023, and discuss organizational changes, upcoming events, and projects. Public comments are invited on agenda items.

• Annual election of vice chairperson
• Approval of October 9, 2023 minutes
• Discussion on organizational changes for Cultural Arts
• Discussion on upcoming events
• Discussion on upcoming projects

Senior Advisory Board

The Senior Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with public comments, approval of minutes, and discussions on senior programming, service gaps, board responsibilities, and the mission statement. They will also receive an update on the future senior center. No formal votes are scheduled except for the minutes approval.

• Discussion to clarify senior programming offered by Bedford Center YMCA versus future senior center
• Discussion to identify gaps in service and possible resources for Bedford seniors
• Discussion regarding assigning core responsibilities to Board members
• Discussion and possible action for the Senior Advisory Board Mission Statement
• Future Senior Center update

Beautification Advisory Board

The Bedford Beautification Advisory Board is meeting to consider recommending a change to the City Code regarding subcommittees, get updates on entry monuments and landscape improvements, and finalize its 2024 calendar and workdays. The board will also approve minutes from its November 13, 2023 meeting and hear council updates.

• Discussion and possible action on recommending a change to Sec. 2-208 (Subcommittees) of the Code of Ordinances
• Update on Bedford Entry Monuments and Landscape Improvements
• Discussion and possible action on finalizing the 2024 Calendar and Workdays
• Approval of November 13, 2023 regular meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Bedford Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to consider approving minutes from November 2, 2023, receive updates from council and staff, and discuss the design of a playground for 2-5 year olds at a yet-to-be-determined park. The board will also review individual park assignments. No final decisions are expected on the playground design at this meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on design of a 2-5-year-old playground at a yet to be determined park
• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2023 regular meeting
• Review of park assignments for Bedford Trails Linear Park, Brook Hollow Park, Carousel Park, Central Park, Cheek Sparger Trails, Dewey Tennant Park, Generations Park, Harris Ryals Park, Meadowpark Athletic Complex, OBS Park, and Stormie Jones Park