Duncanville public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $5.5 million street reconstruction contract on North Cedar Ridge Drive, an erosion control contract for $987,000, and other routine items. The council will also hold executive sessions to discuss real estate purchases and economic development incentives. Briefings will be given on a proposed special events sponsorship package and an electric vehicle charging station grant program.

• Resolution awarding $5,466,516 for street reconstruction and subsurface utility improvements on North Cedar Ridge Drive (RFB 25-0014, Estrada Concrete Company)
• Resolution authorizing $986,816.60 for erosion control improvements along Bentle Branch and Mauk Branch (Stoic Construction, Inc.)
• Resolution authorizing creation of a Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee
• Consideration of $5,540 purchase and sale agreement for a vacant remnant parcel at 403 W Danieldale Rd
• Resolution for HOT (Hotel Occupancy Tax) funding for Hilton Garden Inn for 2026 fiscal year

Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation

The board will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve an economic development incentive agreement with Parklane Investments for a Bojangles restaurant at 918 East Highway 67, providing up to $150,000 in sales tax revenue sharing over five years for site development costs. Other items include updates on the Design Grant Program, discussion of a joint meeting with the City Council and TIF Board, and a resolution to increase regular meeting frequency. The board will also enter executive session to discuss economic development incentives and real property at 200 W. Center Street, 727 S. Cockrell Hill Road, and 100 S. Main Street.

• Public hearing and resolution on economic development incentive agreement with Parklane Investments for Bojangles at 918 East Highway 67 – sales tax sharing not to exceed $150,000 or five years
• Update on Design Grant Program including outreach session and online incentive grant applications
• Discussion of proposed date for annual joint meeting with City Council and amendments to DCEDC bylaws
• Overview of proposed Economic Development Advisory Services with Catalyst Commercial
• Resolution No. 2025-10-40 to update regular meeting schedule and increase meeting frequency, pending City Council approval

Arts Commission

The Duncanville Arts Commission will consider approving minutes from two previous meetings and setting a date for a special meeting to review second-quarter grant applications. They will also discuss recommended changes to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Arts Funding Policy and Grant Guidelines, receive a staff briefing on the proposed Midnight Murals program, and discuss establishing a Duncanville Poet Laureate. All items are for discussion or feedback, with no final votes scheduled on policy changes.

• Reconsider October 10, 2025, Special Meeting Minutes
• Consider November 17, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes
• Consider a Special Meeting date for Q2 grant applications (by Jan 16, 2026)
• Review recommended changes to FY25-26 Arts Funding Policy and Grant Guidelines
• Staff briefing on proposed Midnight Murals program; discuss Duncanville Poet Laureate

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will convene for a regular meeting and closed executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters. The council will hold a workshop to review the 2026 Roadmap, the Capital Improvement Program, and the City Manager's work plan.

• Closed executive session for personnel and legal advice
• Workshop on 2026 Roadmap and Capital Improvement Program
• Review of City Manager Work Plan for 2026
• Discussion of Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund Policy
• Review of Key Performance Indicators

Community Engagement Advisory Board

The Duncanville Community Engagement Advisory Board will meet to review the November 11, 2025 meeting minutes and receive public comments. Board members will identify two potential community‑engagement initiatives, rank the city’s social‑media platforms, and select activity centers for focused outreach. They will also discuss priorities for target cohorts and qualities to increase engagement.

• Review November 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Accept public comments (2‑minute limit per speaker)
• Identify two potential community‑engagement initiatives
• Rank city social‑media platforms for increased engagement
• Identify activity centers for focused outreach

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the November 10 meeting. It will discuss the 2026 recreation calendar of events and potential signage improvements for parks and preserves. Staff will provide updates on recent events, bond projects, and one‑time projects.

• Approve minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting
• Discuss 2026 recreation calendar of events
• Discuss potential signage improvements for parks and preserves
• Staff updates on recent and upcoming events
• Staff updates on bond projects and one‑time projects

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Duncanville Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on an ordinance to add two alternate members to the commission; a plat for Duncanville High School addition (900 W. Camp Wisdom Road); an amendment to a Specific Use Permit for a drive-thru (102 E. Danieldale); and a new Specific Use Permit for Costco to install fuel pumps (250 W. Highway 67). The meeting also includes appointment of officers and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing on ordinance to add two alternate Planning and Zoning Commission members
• Plat approval for Duncanville High School addition on 61.795 acres at 900 W. Camp Wisdom Road
• Amendment of Specific Use Permit site plan for drive-thru at 102 E. Danieldale Road
• New Specific Use Permit for Costco accessory fuel pumps at 250 W. Highway 67

Civil Service Commission

The Duncanville Civil Service Commission will meet to deliberate on appeals regarding firefighter and captain promotional examinations and consider approving the eligibility list for these classifications.

• Review firefighter/engineer and captain promotional examination appeals
• Consider approval of promotional eligibility list

Library Advisory Board

The Duncanville Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and elect a President and Vice President. The public may submit comments via email before the session.

• Approve minutes from August 7, 2025 and October 2, 2025
• Elect Board President and Vice President
• Public comments due by 4:00 p.m. December 4, 2025

The board approved the minutes from the August 7 and October 2, 2025 meetings. Riley Pierce was elected President and Jan Knoll was elected Vice President, each by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Riley Pierce as Board President (unanimous)
• Elected Jan Knoll as Board Vice President (unanimous)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will meet to canvass the results of the November 4th special election, approve amendments to the municipal materials management and service line replacement contracts, and consider resolutions for arts grants and HOT fund allocations.

• Canvass results of the November 4, 2025, Special Election regarding City Charter amendments
• Approve amendment to Municipal Materials Management Agreement with Republic Waste Services
• Approve amendment to Service Line Material Inventory Agreement with MRB Group, P.C. (reducing price to $2,206,423.35)
• Approve DCEDC funds of $58,500 to STAR Transit for FY 2025-2026
• Approve Hotel Occupancy Tax grants for Duncanville Lions Club, Texas Association of Basketball Coaches, and Great American Shoot Out

Keep Duncanville Beautiful

The Keep Duncanville Beautiful Board will approve minutes from the October 20, 2025 regular meeting and receive public comments limited to two minutes per speaker. The board will present staff and board announcements, including Keep America Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful activities, Tree City USA platform, and a curb appeal nomination update. It will also discuss feedback and planning for upcoming special events such as Arbor Day, a pumpkin event, and the Christmas Parade, as well as future events. Additional updates will cover volunteer platforms and changes to board membership.

• Approve minutes from the Regular meeting held on October 20, 2025
• Receive public comments (2‑minute limit per speaker; submissions due by 4:00 p.m. on November 17, 2025)
• Staff and Board Member Announcements: Keep America Beautiful conference, Keep Texas Beautiful trainings, Tree City USA platform, Curb Appeal nomination update
• Special Events Feedback/Planning: Arbor Day, pumpkin event, Christmas Parade participation, theme, logistics, and next year events
• Updates on board members, volunteer platform (See My Legacy), and introduction of new members

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, and discuss the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) for parks and future projects. Staff will update on recent and upcoming events, bond projects, and possible uses of trail bond funds related to the Harrington bridge.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Discussion of Parks CIP and future projects
• Staff update on bond projects and one-time projects
• Update on Harrington bridge and possible uses of trail bond funds
• Discussion of upcoming meeting agendas

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to the outdoor warning siren system and solid waste procurement. The body is deciding on several technology contracts and the adoption of 2021 International Building and Energy Conservation Codes.

• Purchase of Dell computers from Weaver Government Solutions not to exceed $130,400
• Procurement of network equipment from Todo Verde for $92,522.53
• Procurement of network security equipment from Todo Verde for $140,959.18
• Adoption of 2021 International Energy Conservation Code and International Property Maintenance Code
• Resolution regarding Purchase and Sale Agreement for 730 E. IH20 with KKMD Investments, LLC

The council approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions to purchase Dell computers for up to $130,400, procure network equipment for $92,522.53 and network security equipment for $140,959.18, and to amend the Code of Ordinances to adopt the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code and International Property Maintenance Code. The amendment to the building code was adopted with a 7‑for, 0‑against vote. A separate resolution regarding KKMD Investments was postponed to a later workshop.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0), encompassing multiple procurement resolutions
• Approved purchase of Dell computers up to $130,400 (7-0)
• Approved procurement of network equipment for $92,522.53 (7-0)
• Approved procurement of network security equipment for $140,959.18 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment adopting 2021 IECC and IPMC (7-0)
• No action taken on executive‑session follow‑up items
• Postponed resolution on KKMD Investments receipt (7-0)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2025, with a work session briefing on proposed changes to boards/commissions and the P&Z annual report. During the regular session, the consent agenda includes adopting the 2021 International Building Code, denying Oncor's rate change, and multiple agreements totaling over $1 million. Individual consideration items include a hotel occupancy tax grant for Hoopfest, an economic development agreement for Kim and Jenny's Cafe, and public hearings on four zoning cases. An executive session will discuss real property near Santa Fe Trail and Danieldale Road.

• Consider adopting 2021 International Building Code and related codes (IBC, IRC, NEC, etc.)
• Approve $219,140 for NueGOV platform for Work Zone Data Exchange
• Hold public hearings on zoning changes: SUP for animal services at 202 W Center, duplex zoning at 314 N Hastings, rezone to TF-7 at 400 E Center, SUP for auto dealership at 510 E Red Bird Lane
• Approve $135,000 economic development agreement for Kim and Jenny's Cafe expansion at 586 E Wheatland Road
• Approve $95,400 lease for undercover vehicles and $55,000 inspection services contract

The council approved the consent agenda, which included several budget grants and contracts. It also approved a $20,000 NIL financial‑literacy grant, an $85,000 Hoopfest grant, a $135,000 economic‑development incentive for Kim and Jenny’s Cafe, and a $6,871.50 pavement grant for Redbird Skateland. Additionally, the council voted for Stanley Jaglowski as the Region 13 director, approved a specific‑use permit for animal services at 202 W. Center Street, and approved a zoning change to allow a duplex at 314 N. Hastings Street.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved NIL event grant $20,000 (5-1)
• Approved Hoopfest grant $85,000 (6-0)
• Approved $135,000 incentive for Kim and Jenny's Cafe (6-0)
• Approved $6,871.50 pavement grant for Redbird Skateland (6-0)
• Voted for Stanley Jaglowski as Region 13 director (5-1)
• Approved specific‑use permit for Animal Services at 202 W. Center St (6-0)
• Approved zoning change for duplex at 314 N. Hastings St (vote not recorded)

Keep Duncanville Beautiful

The Board will nominate and elect a chairperson, vice-person, and task force chair liaisons. Members will also conduct an annual retreat planning meeting and discuss board expectations and ideas for the upcoming year.

• Election of board chairperson and vice-person
• Election of task force chair liaisons for Event, Community Engagement, and Education
• Annual Retreat Planning Meeting
• Discussion of three big ideas for the Board for the upcoming year

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to review arts grant applications submitted during the September 2025 cycle. The commission will consider making recommendations regarding these applications to the City Council.

• Review of September 2025 Arts Grant applications

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were considered or decided upon due to the lack of a quorum. Therefore, no approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will consider approving Ordinance No. 2554 to adopt the Duncanville 2040 Comprehensive Master Plan and Future Land Use Map. Council will also receive a briefing on the proposed Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee.

• Ordinance No. 2554: Adopting the 2040 Duncanville Comprehensive Master Plan and Future Land Use Map
• Staff briefing on the purpose and roles of the Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee

City Council

The Duncanville City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants and discuss appointments for 13 boards and commissions, including the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning & Zoning Commission, and several others. The council will also discuss possible dismissals, duties, or elimination of boards. An executive session is scheduled for personnel discussions regarding specific boards, followed by possible action.

• Interviews and discussion of appointments for Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning & Zoning Commission, Community Engagement Board, DCEDC, and other boards
• Discussion of appointments, dismissals, duties, or elimination of possible boards
• Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.074 to discuss personnel for Planning and Zoning, Board of Adjustment, DCEDC, and TIF board
• Public comment period open via email submission before the meeting

Arts Commission

The Duncanville Arts Commission will review the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes and receive public comments limited to two minutes per speaker. Commissioners will consider recommending that City Council approve a mural at 1944 S. Main St. They will also discuss setting a date, time, and location for an October special meeting and debrief recent arts events.

• Consider recommending City Council approve a mural at 1944 S. Main St., Duncanville, TX 75137
• Consider an October special meeting date, time, and location
• Review August 26, 2025 Arts Commission meeting minutes
• Receive public comments (2‑minute limit per speaker)
• Debrief recent events: Summer Jazz Note, Arts Grants Info Session, Movies in the Park, Hispanic Heritage Month Kick‑Off

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2025 tax rate and the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with contracts for software, waste services, and public safety technology.

• Public Hearing on 2025 Tax Rate
• Ordinance adopting FY 2025-2026 budget
• Ordinance levying Ad Valorem Taxes at $0.600166 per $100
• Contract with Vertosoft for OpenGov software ($138,523.68)
• Contract renewal with AXON Enterprise ($1,400,000.00)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will vote on the FY 2025‑26 budget and adopt an ad valorem tax rate of $0.600166 per $100 of assessed value. The council will also hold a public hearing on the 2025 tax rate and consider several contract resolutions and ordinance changes listed on the consent agenda. Executive sessions will be held to seek legal advice on personnel matters, threatened litigation, and a real‑property transaction east of Santa Fe Trail.

• Approve a five‑year Axon Enterprise public‑safety technology contract up to $1,400,000
• Approve a ten‑year Segra fiber‑service lease estimated at $1,211,000
• Approve a three‑year OpenGov budgeting software contract for $138,523.68
• Adopt the FY 2025‑26 budget and levy an ad valorem tax of $0.600166 per $100
• Conduct a public hearing on the 2025 tax rate

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss and deliberate the proposed Comprehensive Plan. Staff will present feedback from the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Economic Development Corporation. Council may direct additions, deletions, or corrections before a planned adoption vote on September 30.

• Discuss and deliberate the Comprehensive Plan document

General

The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session to discuss police technology contracts and a proposed budget public hearing. The regular session includes approving interlocal agreements with Dallas County and a public hearing on the FY 2025-26 budget.

• Receive briefing on 5-year Axon public safety technology contract not to exceed $1,400,000
• Receive briefing on Federal Asset Forfeiture Fund purchase of 78 firearms not to exceed $80,000
• Receive briefing on proposed ordinance changes for auto repair shops
• Consider resolution approving a Stay to Play Tournament Lodging Policy
• Conduct Public Hearing on the FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed 2025-26 budget and a specific use permit for an auto repair business. The body will also consider several contracts for public safety technology, cellular services, and accident investigation.

• Public hearing on the FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for auto repair at 508 East Red Bird Lane
• Proposed 5-year contract with Axon, Inc. for public safety technology not to exceed $1,400,000
• Proposed procurement of AT&T cellular services estimated at $375,000 over five years
• Proposed purchase of 78 firearms and accessories for police using Federal Asset Forfeiture funds not to exceed $80,000

City Council

The Duncanville City Council is holding a special called meeting to convene into closed executive session to deliberate the duties of the City Manager under the Home Rule Charter and to seek legal advice on the same topic. The council will also consult with legal counsel regarding pending litigation, Life School v. City of Duncanville. Following the executive session, the council may take any necessary action.

• Executive session to discuss City Manager duties under the Home Rule Charter (personnel matter, Section 551.074)
• Executive session to seek legal advice on the City Manager duties (Section 551.071)
• Executive session to consult with legal counsel on pending litigation: Life School v. City of Duncanville
• Possible action resulting from executive session discussions

The council voted to accept Douglas Finch's resignation as City Manager, effective September 1, 2025. The council also voted to continue Richard Abernethy as interim City Manager. Both motions passed unanimously with a 6‑for, 0‑against vote; Councilmember Kyle Pennebaker was absent. No other actions were taken.

• Accepted resignation of City Manager Douglas Finch (6-0)
• Continued appointment of Interim City Manager Richard Abernethy (6-0)
• No action taken on Item 2

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will interview applicants and discuss appointments for over a dozen boards and commissions, including Planning & Zoning, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and TIF board. The council will also discuss potential dismissals, duties, or elimination of certain boards. An executive session is scheduled for personnel discussions on several specific boards.

• Interviews for Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning & Zoning Commission, Community Engagement Board, DCEDC, and others
• Discussion on appointments, dismissals, duties, or elimination of possible boards
• Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.074 for Planning & Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, DCEDC, and TIF Board
• Public comments accepted via email until 3:00 p.m. on meeting day

The council conducted interviews for applicants to several boards and commissions, including the Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Community Engagement Board. They discussed the appointments before entering an executive session. After reconvening, no further action was taken on any matters. No votes or approvals were recorded.

• No action taken on any appointment matters

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews and discuss appointments for various city boards and commissions. The meeting includes a discussion on the duties or potential elimination of boards and an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Interviews for Zoning Board of Adjustment and City Planning & Zoning Commission
• Interviews for Community Engagement Board and DCEDC Board
• Interviews for Duncanville Neighborhood Vitality Commission and Keep Duncanville Beautiful Board
• Interviews for Library Advisory Board, Multicultural Commission, and Arts Commission
• Interviews for Park & Recreation Advisory Board, Sign Control Board, TIF, and Tri-Cities Animal Control Board

The council interviewed applicants for a range of boards and commissions, including the Zoning Board of Adjustment and the City Planning & Zoning Commission. No appointments were approved or denied, and no executive session was held to consider personnel matters. The meeting adjourned without any formal votes.

• Interviews conducted for applicants to Zoning Board of Adjustment, City Planning & Zoning Commission, Community Engagement Board, DCEDC Board, Neighborhood Vitality Commission, Keep Duncanville Beautiful Board, Library Advisory Board, Multicultural Commission, Park & Recreation Advisory Board, Arts Commission, Sign Control Board, TIF Reinvestment Zone #1, and Tri-Cities Animal Control Board (no vote)
• No executive session held; no actions taken on appointments or dismissals

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session briefing on adopting the 2021 Building and Fire Codes and 2023 Electrical Code, along with associated fee schedule and rental inspection program changes. The regular session includes a consent agenda with contracts for mowing and landscaping ($1.39M), an interlocal agreement for a regional EMS training officer, and an ordinance updating the drought contingency and water conservation plan. Individual consideration items include a sole-source contract for planning support services ($170,000) and funding awards for the FY 2024-2025 Arts Grant Program.

• Briefing on adopting 2021 Building and Fire Codes, 2023 Electrical Code, and fee schedule changes
• Resolution awarding 3-year mowing, abatement, and landscaping contract to Good Earth Corp. and Urban Landscape for $1,386,304.92
• Interlocal agreement with DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Lancaster for a regional EMS training officer
• Sole-source procurement with Olsson Planning and Design for planning support services up to $170,000
• Ordinance updating drought contingency and water conservation plan in Chapter 20

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda and adopted new council rules of procedure. It awarded a three‑year mowing, abatement and landscaping contract worth $1,386,304.92. Additional approvals included an interlocal EMS training officer agreement, a rifle‑resistant body armor cooperative contract, and an amendment to the city’s drought‑contingency water plan.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Adopted City Council Rules of Procedures (Resolution 2025-520) (7‑0)
• Awarded RFP 24-0021 for mowing, abatement, landscaping services to Good Earth Corp & Urban Landscape ($1,386,304.92) (Resolution 2025-514) (7‑0)
• Authorized interlocal EMS Training Officer agreement with DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Lancaster (Resolution 2025-513) (7‑0)
• Authorized cooperative contract for rifle‑resistant body armor up to $48,000 annually (Resolution 2025-511) (7‑0)
• Amended drought‑contingency and water‑conservation ordinance (Ord 2544) (7‑0)
• Approved arts fund appropriation of $42,185 (Ord 2546) (7‑0)
• Approved sole‑source procurement with Olsson Planning for planning services up to $170,000 (Resolution 2025-509) (7‑0)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will convene a special called meeting to discuss personnel matters and seek legal advice. The meeting will include a closed executive session and an opportunity for public comments prior to adjournment.

• Closed executive session on personnel and legal advice
• Public comments deadline at 2:00 p.m.
• Meeting held at City Hall, 203 E. Wheatland Road

The council held a closed executive session to discuss the City Manager’s duties and seek legal advice. No action was taken on any items arising from that session. The meeting adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to call a bond election for two infrastructure projects. The body will also discuss the proposed FY 2025-2026 annual budget and vote to consider a maximum ad valorem tax rate for that fiscal year.

• Proposition A: $12,000,000 for a police station and training facility
• Proposition B: $8,000,000 for Municipal Service Center improvements
• Discussion of FY 2025-2026 Proposed Annual Budget
• Vote to consider a maximum ad valorem tax rate for FY 2025-2026

The council rejected the proposed bond election ordinance (0‑for, 7‑against). It approved a maximum ad valorem tax rate of 0.600166 for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year (6‑for, 0‑against). A public hearing on the tax rate was scheduled for September 16, 2025.

• Rejected bond election ordinance (0 for, 7 against)
• Approved maximum ad valorem tax rate of 0.600166 (6 for, 0 against)
• Scheduled public hearing on tax rate for September 16, 2025

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session briefing on the comprehensive plan adoption schedule, building code updates, and a lighted sign for Armstrong Park, followed by a regular session. In regular session, the council will consider a consent agenda including a resolution ordering a November 2025 charter election with 12 propositions, a $2.08 million concrete paving contract, and several other contracts and ordinance amendments. Individual consideration items include public hearings for two short-term rental permits and one auto repair permit, as well as action on TIF annual reports and a sole-source planning contract.

• Resolution ordering a charter election on November 4, 2025, with 12 propositions to amend the Home Rule Charter
• Consideration of a $2,077,088 concrete paving contract with McMahon Contracting, LP
• Authorization of a $50,000 annual contract with Valley View Consulting for investment services
• Public hearings for Specific Use Permits for short-term rentals at 209 N Royal Oak Drive and 710 Valley Hill Road
• Public hearing for a Specific Use Permit for auto repair at 508 E Red Bird Lane

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, extended the interim city manager for 30 days, and adopted the TIF Reinvestment Zone No. 1 annual reports. It also approved a specific‑use short‑term rental permit for 209 North Royal Oak Drive with conditions, passing 4‑2. A resolution for Olsson Planning services was tabled.

• Approved consent agenda (6‑for, 0‑against)
• Approved 30‑day extension of Interim City Manager Richard Abernethy (6‑for, 0‑against)
• Approved TIF Reinvestment Zone No. 1 annual reports for FY 2022‑2024 (6‑for, 0‑against)
• Approved short‑term rental permit for 209 North Royal Oak Drive with disturbance‑call condition (4‑for, 2‑against)
• Tabled Olsson Planning and Design sole‑source procurement resolution (6‑for, 0‑against)

City Council

This is a special called budget workshop meeting. The council will receive a briefing on the proposed FY 2025-26 budget, a presentation on city employee medical and dental benefits from HUB International, and a presentation on using General Fund excess balance for one-time and capital improvement expenditures. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Briefing on FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget
• Presentation from HUB International on city employee medical/dental benefits
• Presentation on use of General Fund excess fund balance for one-time and CIP expenditures

The council received a briefing on the FY 2025‑26 proposed budget, a presentation on city employee medical and dental benefits, and an overview of using General Fund excess balance for FY 2026. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission will meet for a special joint session. The primary purpose is to conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed adoption of the Duncanville 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing for the proposed adoption of the Comprehensive Plan, Duncanville 2040

Councilmember Don McBurnett moved to close the public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan, Duncanville 2040, and Councilmember Jeremy Koontz seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0. Mayor Greg Contreras formally closed the hearing at 8:21 p.m.

• Closed public hearing on Comprehensive Plan (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive the 2025 Bond Committee report recommending a $20 million general obligation bond for a new police station and municipal service center, with a potential resolution to place it on the November ballot. The agenda also includes public hearings for a specific use permit for fuel pumps at 615 South Cockrell Hill Road and a zoning change to allow a Life School educational facility at 1600 South Cockrell Hill Road and 1000 East Daniedale Road. A consent item proposes suspending the July 31 Oncor rate increase for the maximum allowed period.

• Bond committee recommends $20M bond for police station and service center, proposed for November 2025 election
• Public hearing on specific use permit for fuel pumps at 615 South Cockrell Hill Road
• Public hearing on zoning change from SF-13 to Planned Development for Life School at 1600 South Cockrell Hill Road and 1000 East Daniedale Road
• Consideration of resolution to suspend the Oncor rate increase effective July 31, 2025
• Proclamation designating July as Parks and Recreation Month

The council approved the consent agenda, including a resolution suspending the July 31 Oncor rate increase, by a 7‑0 vote. A public hearing was held on a specific‑use permit for fuel pumps at 615 South Cockrell Hill Road, and the motion to approve the permit with conditions was rejected 0‑7. The hearing on that permit was then closed by a 7‑0 vote. A public hearing on a Life School zoning change was conducted, but no final decision was taken.

• Approved consent agenda (including Oncor rate increase suspension) (7-0)
• Denied specific‑use permit for fuel pumps at 615 South Cockrell Hill Road (0-7)
• Closed public hearing on the fuel‑pump permit (7-0)
• Suspended rules for Life School zoning public hearing (7-0)
• Closed public hearing on Life School zoning request (7-0)
• No action taken on executive‑session items

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special called meeting. The primary purpose is to enter a closed executive session to deliberate the duties of the City Manager and seek legal advice.

• Executive session to discuss City Manager duties under the Home Rule Charter

The council voted 7‑0 to allow City Manager Finch to take indefinite personal paid administrative leave while remaining available as a resource. The council also appointed Richard Abernethy to serve as interim city manager for up to thirty days with a ten percent salary increase. Both actions were taken as a result of the executive session.

• Approved indefinite paid administrative leave for City Manager Finch and appointed Richard Abernethy as interim manager (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed charter amendments, including term length changes and city manager succession, for potential placement on the November 2025 ballot. They will also receive a briefing on a draft ordinance to create a naming policy for municipal buildings and lands, and an update on brush and bulk collection after recent storms. During the regular session, the Council will consider consent agenda items for concrete and pavement sealing contracts totaling over $620,000, hold a public hearing on amending park ordinances to include nature preserves, and take action following an executive session on real property.

• Proposed charter amendments include extending council member terms from 2 to 3 years, updating mayoral duties, and adding interim city manager provisions
• Briefing and discussion on draft ordinance to create a process for naming municipal buildings or lands (Section 1-12, currently reserved)
• Cooperative purchasing agreement with Legacy Ready-Mix for ready-mixed concrete, not to exceed $369,810
• Cooperative purchasing agreement with Curtco, Inc. for pavement crack and joint sealing, not to exceed $250,754.68
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 12B 'Parks' to include nature preserves and associated rules and regulations

The council approved a consent agenda authorizing a cooperative purchasing agreement with Legacy Ready‑Mix, LLC for ready‑mixed concrete up to $369,810. It also approved a cooperative purchasing agreement with Curtco, Inc. for pavement crack and joint sealing services up to $250,754.68. The council adopted an amendment to Chapter 12B “Parks” of the Code of Ordinances to add nature preserves and removed the word “primarily” from the preserve uses.

• Approved Resolution 2025-496 authorizing Legacy Ready‑Mix cooperative purchase (up to $369,810) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-495 authorizing Curtco, Inc. cooperative purchase (up to $250,754.68) (7‑0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 12B “Parks” to include nature preserves (7‑0)
• Removed the word “primarily” from preserve uses in the ordinance (7‑0)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a planning retreat. Council members will discuss leadership development, the workplan, and the city’s cultural document, core values, pillars, strategic leadership, and social contract. No formal actions or votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion only.

• Leadership Development discussion
• Workplan discussion
• Cultural Document, Core Values, Pillars, and Strategic Leadership discussion
• Social Contract discussion
• Public comments period

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a budget work session to receive a presentation and deliberate the preliminary FY 2025-2026 proposed budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The council may direct staff to make additions or deletions per current and future goals. No votes are expected; this is a discussion session.

• Receive a presentation, discuss, and deliberate the preliminary FY 2025-2026 proposed budget and Capital Improvement Plan.

The Duncanville City Council convened a special meeting on June 26, 2025 to receive a presentation on the preliminary FY 2025‑2026 proposed budget and Capital Improvement Plan. Budget Administrator Jennifer Otey, Managing Director/CFO Richard Jackson, and Assistant City Manager‑Operations Richard Abernethy presented the information, including the Street Maintenance Fee. No votes, approvals, or other actions were recorded; the council only discussed the material.

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The City Council will discuss a Drainage Master Plan and proposed rule changes for the Charles F. Ladd Nature Preserve. The body is also deciding on budget amendments and several board appointments.

• Contract with Flock, Inc. for ALPR cameras totaling up to $155,000
• Proposed changes to Park Ordinance 12B regarding Charles F. Ladd Nature Preserve
• Adoption of the FEMA approved 2025 Dallas County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Mid-year FY 2024-2025 budget amendments for General, Insurance, and One-Time Project funds
• Briefing on the Best Southwest Residential Safe Room Rebate Program

The council approved the consent agenda, which included adopting the FEMA‑approved 2025 Dallas County Hazard Mitigation Plan and a five‑year ALPR camera contract with Flock, Inc. Council members were appointed to the Audit Committee and to the North Central Texas Housing Finance Corporation board. The FY 2024‑2025 budget was amended to reallocate fund‑balance resources. All motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved consent agenda, including FEMA hazard mitigation plan adoption (7‑0)
• Approved five‑year ALPR camera contract $80,000, authorizing amendment up to $155,000 (7‑0)
• Appointed Councilmembers McBurnett, Contreras, and Gooden to the Audit Committee, McBurnett as chair (7‑0)
• Appointed Councilmember Koontz as director and Pennebaker as alternate to the North Central Texas Housing Finance Corporation board (7‑0)
• Approved FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment reallocating fund‑balance resources (7‑0)
• Approved appointments to fill vacancies on the Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation Board and the TIF Reinvestment Zone Board (7‑0)

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The City Council will interview and discuss applicants for the Duncanville Economic Development Corporation and the Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One board. Council members will then discuss and consider appointments to these bodies. An executive session will be held to address personnel matters, appointments, dismissals, and duties related to the two boards before returning to open session.

• Conduct interviews and discuss applicants for the Duncanville Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC)
• Conduct interviews and discuss applicants for Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone Number One (TIF Board)
• Discuss appointments to the DCEDC and TIF Board
• Executive session to consider personnel matters, appointments, dismissals, and duties for DCEDC and TIF Board

The Duncanville City Council met on June 10, 2025 for a special session. Interviews were conducted for the Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation board and the Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone board applicants. The council entered an executive session to discuss appointments and related matters. When the meeting reconvened, no action was taken.

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The City Council will hold a work session briefing on the alarm system ordinance and pavement condition data. During the regular session, they will vote on a consent agenda including contracts for on-demand plumbing services (up to $800,000 over four years) and pavement marking (up to $1,681,861 over six years). Individual items include three Hotel Occupancy Tax grants to the Duncanville Chamber of Commerce totaling about $50,000 and the election of a Mayor Pro Tem. An executive session is scheduled to deliberate real property north of Danieldale Road.

• Resolution awarding RFP 24-0020 for citywide plumbing services to One Source Plumbing & Air and TD Industries, up to $800,000 over 4 years
• Resolution awarding RFP 25-0012 to Elite Striping for pavement marking services, up to $1,681,861 over 6 years
• Three Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund grants to the Duncanville Chamber of Commerce: $9,916.21 for mural, $39,266.75 for sign/landscape, $939.99 for server replacement
• Election of Mayor Pro Tem for 2025-2026
• Executive session to deliberate real property near Danieldale Road (SH 67, Cedar Ridge Drive, Camp Wisdom Rd)

The council approved its consent agenda unanimously (7‑0). Councilmembers elected DeMonica Gooden as Mayor Pro Tem by a 4‑3 vote. The council approved three Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund grants for the Duncanville Chamber of Commerce—$9,916.21 (7‑0), $39,266.75 (6‑1), and $939.99 (6‑1).

• Approved consent agenda (7 for, 0 against)
• Elected DeMonica Gooden as Mayor Pro Tem (4 for, 3 against)
• Approved Resolution 2025-486 granting up to $9,916.21 to Chamber for mural (7 for, 0 against)
• Approved Resolution 2025-485 granting up to $39,266.75 to Chamber for mural (6 for, 1 against)
• Approved Resolution 2025-487 granting up to $939.99 to Chamber for server replacement (6 for, 1 against)
• No action taken on executive‑session items

City Council

The council will hold briefings on procurement card policy revisions and the new police RISE unit. Consent agenda includes a cost-of-living adjustment plan, sewer contract amendments totaling over $741,000, repeal of four economic development grants, and a $56,750 STAR Transit payment. The council will vote on a 5% mid-year base salary increase for police and fire departments and designate Mr. and Ms. Juneteenth.

• Consider 5% base salary increase for police and fire departments as mid-year retention measure
• Approve $621,168.65 amendment to descope modular block wall from Softwood Drive sewer contract
• Authorize $120,360.00 second amendment for Softwood Drive sewer design project
• Repeal economic development grants for Diamond Suite Art, LDG SRV Holding, Plaza Villareal, and 1703 Main Realty
• Approve $56,750.00 payment to STAR Transit for FY25 public transportation

The council approved a 5% increase in base salary and benefits for police and fire employees (ORD 2539) with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the consent agenda, which included six resolutions covering compensation policy, contract amendments, grant repeals, and expenditures, also 7‑0. Additionally, the council selected Cozea Stephens and Celee Stephens as Mr. and Ms. Juneteenth for the 2025 Best Southwest event (RES 2025‑476), 7‑0. A motion to extend the City Manager’s report time was approved unanimously.

• Approved 5% salary increase for police and fire departments (ORD 2539) – vote 7‑0
• Approved consent agenda items (RES 2025‑474, 2025‑471, 2025‑470, 2025‑477, 2025‑479, 2025‑478) – vote 7‑0
• Approved selection of Mr. and Ms. Juneteenth (RES 2025‑476) – vote 7‑0
• Approved motion to extend City Manager’s report time – vote 7‑0

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The Duncanville City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss possible updated boundaries for the Arts and Cultural District and review Arts Funding Policy and Grant Application Guidelines. The meeting will include a walking tour of the district and surrounding area.

• Walking tour of Arts and Cultural District
• Discussion on updated boundaries for Arts and Cultural District
• Discussion on Arts Funding Policy and Grant Application Guidelines

The Duncanville City Council met with the Arts Commission to review the Arts and Cultural District application and discuss possible boundary updates and funding policy. The meeting was purely informational; no actions, approvals, or votes were taken.

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The City Council will consider a resolution to canvass and declare the official results for the May 3, 2025, General Election. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Mr. and Ms. Juneteenth nominations.

• Resolution to declare winners for Councilmember At-Large, District 1, District 3, and District 5
• Discussion of Mr. and Ms. Juneteenth nominations

The council voted to approve Resolution 2025-467, which canvasses and declares the results of the May 3, 2025 general election for at‑large councilmembers and districts 1, 3, and 5. The motion was made by Councilmember McBurnett, seconded by Councilmember Veracruz, and passed unanimously 3‑0. No other items were acted upon; the Juneteenth nominations discussion was postponed due to lack of a quorum.

• Approved Resolution 2025-467 to canvass and declare May 3 election results (3‑0)

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The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session and regular session on May 6, 2025. Key items include public hearings on adopting a 15-year Capital Improvement Plan and a Specific Use Permit for Duncanville High School. The consent agenda includes a $472,932.98 software contract, emergency roof repairs, and funding for arts events. The council will also receive presentations on a Police and Fire Analysis and a Fieldhouse feasibility study.

• Resolution for emergency roof repairs at the Duncanville Fieldhouse
• Resolution for $472,932.98 contract with MyGovernmentOnline software
• Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for Duncanville High School at 900 West Camp Wisdom Road
• Resolution approving $20,000 for arts events and programming from HOT funds
• Public hearing on adopting a 15-year Capital Improvement Plan

The council approved a consent agenda that includes a $472,932.98 interlocal agreement with the South Central Planning and Development Commission for MyGovernmentOnline software, and adopted the 15‑year Capital Improvement Plan. It also approved a specific‑use permit for Duncanville High School, revised the city animal ordinance, and authorized funding for arts, a hotel‑tax grant, and a fire records management system. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for MyGovernmentOnline software (up to $520,226.28) – vote 7‑0
• Adopted 15‑year Capital Improvement Plan – vote 7‑0
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Duncanville High School property – vote 7‑0
• Approved revision of Chapter Four—Animals and Fowl City Ordinance – vote 7‑0
• Approved $20,000 Arts Commission funding for Juneteenth and Hispanic Heritage events – vote 7‑0
• Approved up to $7,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund grant to Duncanville Community Theatre – vote 7‑0
• Approved services agreement with Locality Media for fire records management system (up to $102,079) – vote 7‑0
• Approved Emergency Roof Repairs at Duncanville Fieldhouse – vote 7‑0

City Council

The City Council will meet for a budget workshop to review financial data and future planning. The body will discuss FY 2023-2024 actuals, FY 2024-2025 projections, and the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget.

• Review of FY 2023-2024 actuals
• Review of FY 2024-2025 end-of-year projections
• Discussion of preliminary FY 2025-2026 proposed budget
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Plan

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This is a special meeting with no public agenda items other than an executive session. The council will deliberate the duties of the City Manager under the Home Rule Charter and seek legal advice. Any action taken will occur after reconvening into open session.

• Executive session to deliberate City Manager duties and seek legal advice

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a planned development for 914 and 918 East Highway 67. The body is also considering several service contracts and the appointment of new members to various city boards and commissions.

• Public hearing and ordinance for planned development at 914 and 918 East Highway 67
• Contract with Xplor Technologies, LLC for recreation software not to exceed $84,180.00
• Renewal of RingCentral communications services for 5 years at an estimated $413,999
• Request for P&Z public hearing regarding a specific use permit for 626 Crestside Dr
• Release of mowing and demolition liens for 727 S. Cockrell Hill Road

The council approved a Planned Development ordinance for 914 and 918 East Highway 67, authorizing the project after a public hearing. It also approved the release of a privileged mowing lien and a demolition lien for 727 S. Cockrell Hill Rd. The consent agenda, which included several resolutions on software, interlocal agreements, and telephone services, was approved. Additionally, the council granted extra time for Mayor Pro Tem Jeremy Koontz.

• Approved Planned Development ordinance for 914 & 918 East Highway 67 (7-0)
• Approved release of privileged mowing lien (Res 2025-454) and demolition lien (Res 2025-455) for 727 S. Cockrell Hill Rd (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda covering multiple resolutions (7-0)
• Approved extra time for Mayor Pro Tem Jeremy Koontz (7-0)

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The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session briefing on Xplor Recreation Management Software and receive a monthly financial report. In regular session, the Council will consider consent agenda items including a resolution to update special use permits for parking/deliveries, acceptance of a $6,537.99 JAG grant for police storage boxes, and individual items such as a $4,330 incentive agreement for exterior signage at 700 S. Cockrell Hill Road and an amendment to an incentive agreement at 511 E Camp Wisdom Road. A presentation and potential adoption of revisions to the animal ordinance to comply with state legislation will also be heard.

• Resolution authorizing ordinance to update special use permit requirements for parking and deliveries.
• Acceptance of $6,537.99 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant for three patrol vehicle storage boxes.
• Incentive agreement with Duncanville Eats LLC for up to $4,330 for exterior signage at 700 S. Cockrell Hill Road, Suite #158.
• Amendment to incentive agreement with Dolani Investments LLC at 511 E Camp Wisdom Road.
• Presentation and consideration of revisions to Chapter Four (Animals and Fowl) city ordinance to comply with state law.

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included accepting a $6,537.99 grant and authorizing the City Attorney to draft a special‑use parking ordinance. Council members voted 7‑0 to let the City Manager send a termination letter for the 302 Main Street contract and to return the earnest money. They also approved two incentive agreements—up to $4,330 for signage at Duncanville Eats LLC and an amendment for Dolani Investments, LLC—each with a unanimous vote.

• Approved consent agenda (grant, parking ordinance prep) (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to terminate 302 Main St contract (7-0)
• Approved incentive agreement with Duncanville Eats LLC up to $4,330 (7-0)
• Approved amendment of incentive agreement with Dolani Investments, LLC (7-0)

City Council

Duncanville City Council will discuss an IT disaster plan, warehouse operations on Crestside Drive, and a 15-year Capital Improvement Plan. The body is deciding on several sponsorships and a contract for city landscaping services.

• Contract for mowing, abatement, and landscaping services not to exceed $417,549.72
• Authorization of $60,000.00 in HOT Funds for BloomFest Music and Arts Festival
• DCEDC sponsorships totaling $15,500.00 for a 5K run, PIP Days, and a Fire Truck Pull
• Sponsorship Agreement with Joe V's Smart Shop for Armstrong Park splash pad and pavilion
• Discussion on adding Charles F. Ladd Nature Preserve to the City's Park Code of Ordinances

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session and regular session. Briefings include a proposed trash/recycling cart pilot project with Republic Waste Services, Joe V's Smart Shop sponsorship signage for Armstrong Park splash pad, and the UNIDOS Community Engagement Program. During the regular session, the council will consider adopting the Charles F. Ladd Nature Preserve Master Plan and vote on consent agenda items including a joint election agreement, an interlocal agreement with the Ellis County District Attorney's Office, and a valve/hydrant maintenance services contract. Proclamations and presentations include Women's History Month and a business beautification award.

• Briefing on trash/recycling cart pilot project with Republic Waste Services
• Review of Joe V's Smart Shop sponsorship signage for Armstrong Park splash pad and pavilion ($150,000 over 20 years)
• Resolution to enter into joint election agreement for May 3, 2025
• Resolution awarding valve/hydrant maintenance contract with Hydromax USA up to $828,846 over five years
• Consider approval of Resolution 2025-431 adopting Charles F. Ladd Nature Preserve Master Plan

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The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session briefing on a flood‑planning study, a valve‑hydrant maintenance briefing, and a purchase‑sale agreement for the Toyota Property. In an executive session the council will discuss real‑property transactions and an economic‑development incentive for land on Wheatland Road. The regular session includes a consent agenda with resolutions for several contracts, including a sole‑source agreement with ASTERRA USA up to $300,000 and a tire‑supply agreement up to $250,000 per vendor. The council will also vote on the approval of the Toyota Property sale for $1,020,000.

• Executive Session: deliberation on real‑property purchases, leases, and an economic‑development incentive for land on Wheatland Road
• Resolution to approve purchase‑sale agreement for the Toyota Property (southeast corner of East IH‑20 frontage road and N. Alexander Ave.) for $1,020,000
• Resolution authorizing sole‑source procurement with ASTERRA USA for satellite leak detection services, not to exceed $300,000 over five years
• Resolution awarding tire and related services contracts with multiple vendors, each not to exceed $250,000 over five years
• Resolution authorizing Tyler Technologies software support and maintenance, not to exceed $175,000

City Council

The City Council will meet for a planning workshop to discuss bond projects, capital improvement projects, and funding strategies. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion of Bond Projects
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Projects
• Discussion of Funding Strategies

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session on police software and satellite leak detection, then convene a regular session to vote on consent agenda items including equipment purchases totaling over $514,000, creation of a 2025 Bond Advisory Committee, and ordering a May 3 municipal election. Individual consideration items include a resolution establishing a Cultural District Steering Committee, a property purchase agreement with KKMD Investments for land near IH-20, and a contract with Library Systems & Services for third-party library operations.

• Briefing on New in Blue police citation software, proposed for funding with asset forfeiture funds
• Briefing on ASTERRA satellite leak detection services
• Consent item: purchase of Bobcat T66 T4 Compact Trac Loader for $107,626.03
• Consent item: purchase of Turf Tank 2 GPS painting robot for $47,600.00
• Individual item: resolution for purchase and sale agreement with KKMD Investments for property at southeast corner of IH-20 eastbound frontage road and N. Alexander Ave.

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation from the Chairman of the Arts Commission regarding the creation of the Duncanville Arts and Cultural District. The body will discuss the proposal and provide direction if needed.

• Presentation and discussion on the proposed Duncanville Arts and Cultural District

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hear a presentation from the Police Department on proposed changes to Chapter Four – Animals and Fowl City Ordinance. Council members will discuss the revisions to ensure compliance with recent state legislation and best practices. No other decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Duncanville Police Department on revising Chapter Four – Animals and Fowl ordinance

City Council

The city council will receive a briefing on the proposed Life School development and discuss next steps for zoning. In regular session, they will consider a resolution to authorize the purchase and sale agreement for 302 N. Main Street. The consent agenda includes several contracts, including a $1.1 million fire engine parts agreement and adoption of the Dog Park Master Plan.

• Life School Project Update briefing and zoning strategy discussion
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for 302 N. Main Street
• Resolution awarding fire engine parts and repair services contract to Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, not to exceed $1,105,127 over five years
• Resolution accepting the Dog Park Master Plan
• Incentive grant not to exceed $7,950 for exterior signage at The Outlet Thrift Store (914 S. Cedar Ridge Drive)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council and Library Board are holding a joint special called meeting to discuss the future vision for the Duncanville Public Library. The discussion involves the Library Board, the Friends of the Library, and Library Systems & Services (LS&S). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting includes a tour of the library and public comments.

• Discussion between Council, Library Board, Friends of the Library, and LS&S on library vision
• Tour of the Duncanville Public Library
• Public comments received

City Council

The City Council will discuss several incentive grants for local businesses and the sale of city property. The meeting includes briefings on public transit, polling locations, and the Ladd Nature Preserve master plan.

• Incentive grant up to $300,000 for Cortina Worldwide, LLC at 220 N. Main St
• Contract for janitorial services at Duncanville Fieldhouse estimated at $348,076.39
• Sale of property located at 4 Belmont Pl
• Public hearing on a request for an amendment to the Wheatland Plaza Planned Development
• Contract renewal for food and beverage services with Ben E. Keith not to exceed $150,000