Farmers Branch, TX
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Farmers BranchTX averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $384,262 +1% yr/yr · +15.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$123.4M (FY2023)
Total spending$90.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$78.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$75.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,473 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202564 housing units ($18.9M)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2026-06-13
Terry Lynne ✓ 2,117 · Jaime Rivas 2,092
City Council , District 4
Elizabeth Villafranca ✓ 495 · Deborah Bowe 383
City Council , District 1
Omar Roman ✓ 232 · Isabel Romero 134
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Parks & Recreation Board
Parks board to elect officers, hear Liberty Plaza update
The Farmers Branch Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to elect officers for the 2026-2027 term, approve June meeting minutes, and receive updates on Liberty Plaza, the Bird City Subcommittee, and quarterly reports from the Aquatics Recreation Center Complex and Events/Historical Park/Venue 1842 divisions. The board will also discuss a park tour scheduled for September 19, 2026, and receive departmental project updates.
- Election of officers for 2026-2027 term
- Approval of June 18, 2026 meeting minutes
- Update on Liberty Plaza
- Discussion of Park Board Tour of Parks on September 19, 2026
- Quarterly reports from Aquatics Recreation Center Complex and Events, Historical Park, and Venue 1842
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Pecan Room
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Parks & Recreation Board
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Community Rec Ctr
14050 Heartside Pl
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Pecan Room
6:30 PM
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Meeting will be held at 06:30 PM.
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C.
AGENDA ITEMS
C.1
TMP-5568
Consider Election of Officers for the 2026-2027 term year; and take
appropriate action.
C.2
TMP-5569
Consider approval of Minutes for the June 18, 2026 Meeting; and
take appropriate action.
C.2a._Minutes-June 2026
Attachments:
C.3
TMP-5570
Receive an update on Liberty Pl …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission
Public hearing on PD-80 amendment for 8.7-acre site at 5000 Alpha Road
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a study session, receive training, and discuss future agenda items. The main action is a public hearing on Ordinance No. 4012, a comprehensive amendment to Planned Development District No. 80 and its Conceptual Site Plan for an 8.703-acre site at 5000 Alpha Road. The commission will also consider approval of the August 10, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 4012 for PD-80 amendment and Conceptual Site Plan at 5000 Alpha Road (8.703 acres)
- Consider approval of August 10, 2026 meeting minutes
- Study session to discuss regular agenda items and future agenda items
- Training from Community Services staff
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City Hall
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Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
13000 Wm. Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
City Hall
7:00 PM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Study Session Meeting to be held at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers.
Additionally, the agenda packet is available for download from the City’s web site at
www.farmersbranchtx.gov. This download may be accessed from any computer with Internet
access.
Any individual who wishes to speak on an agenda item should fill out a Registration Form for
Appearance before the Planning and Zoning Commission (white card located in the back of the
Council Chambers) and submit the completed card to The Chair member prior to the start of the
meeting.
A.
STUDY SESSION
A.1
26-541
Discuss Regular Agenda Items.
A.2
26-542
Receive Training From Community Services Staff.
A.3
26-544
Discuss Agenda Items For Future Planning and Zoning
Commission Consideration.
B.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission on any matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the
Commission should complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak
with a reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen (15) total
minutes on the same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The P …
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Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Arts & Culture Committee
Arts & Culture Committee to elect officers and review founding ordinances
The Farmers Branch Arts & Culture Committee is meeting to elect officers for the 2026-2027 term, approve prior meeting minutes, and review the ordinances that established the committee. They will also discuss attendance requirements, welcome packets, updated standard operating procedures, and receive updates from subcommittees and a joint council meeting. The agenda is largely administrative and procedural.
- Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2026-2027 term
- Approval of June 17, 2026 meeting minutes
- Review of ordinances establishing the committee (Ordinance No. 3567, 3638, 3692)
- Discussion of Welcome Packet ideas for new members
- Update on revised SOPs (Wrap Box, Artwork Submissions)
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Venue 1842 @ Historical Park
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Arts & Culture Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
FB Historical Park
Venue 1842
2540 Farmers Branch Ln
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Venue 1842 @ Historical Park
6:00 PM
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Meeting will be held at 06:00 PM.
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C.
AGENDA ITEMS
C.1
TMP-5560
Consider electing the Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for the
2026-207 term; and take appropriate action.
C.2
TMP-5558
Consider approval of Minutes for the June 17, 2026 meeting; and
take appropriate action.
C.1a._Minutes 06-17-2026_DR …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Charter Review Committee
Charter Review Committee to finalize proposed charter amendments
The Farmers Branch Charter Review Committee is meeting to consider final recommendations for proposed charter amendments and to review whether changes are needed to Article VIII (Franchises and Public Utilities) and Article IX (Miscellaneous Provisions). The committee will also discuss items requested by the City Attorney and approve the minutes from its July 15, 2026 meeting. This is a working session focused on potential charter changes, not a final adoption.
- Consider proposed Charter amendments for final recommendation (item 26-466)
- Review Article VIII - Franchises and Public Utilities and Article IX - Miscellaneous Provisions for needed amendments (item 26-467)
- Discuss items requested for review by the City Attorney (item 26-465)
- Approve minutes of the July 15, 2026 meeting (item 26-464)
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City Hall - Training Hub
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Charter Review Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
City Hall - Training Hub
6:00 PM
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
A.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING (6 P.M.)
B.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
C.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
C.1
26-464
Consider approval of the minutes of the July 15, 2026, Charter Review
Committee meeting; and take appropriate action.
C.2
26-465
Discuss and consider items requested for review by the City Attorney.
C.3
26-466
Consider proposed Charter amendments for final recommendation by the
Charter Review Committee; and take appropriate action.
C.4
26-467
Review, discuss, and determine if amendments are needed to Article VIII -
Franchises and Public Utilities and Article IX - Miscellaneous Provisions.
C.5
26-469
Charter Review Committee’s opportunity to request future discussion on
items not listed on the agenda.
D.
ADJOURNMENT
Farmers Branch City Hall is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are
available at the main entrance facing William Dodson Parkway. Persons with disabilities planning to
attend this meeting who are deaf, hearing impaired or who may need auxiliary aids such as sign
interpreters or large print, are requested to contact the City Secretary at (972) 919-2503 at least 72
hours prior to the meeting.
Certification
I certify that the above notice of this meeting was posted at least three business days prior to the
scheduled meeting time, in accord …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council to set tax rate hearing, vote on zoning and contracts
The Farmers Branch City Council will hold a study session and regular meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a proposed property tax rate, zoning changes, and multiple contracts. The council will also receive updates on financial reports, grants, and the upcoming legislative session, and will enter executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Proposal to set maximum property tax rate of $0.608512 and schedule public hearing for September 15, 2026
- Public hearing on Specific Use Permit for guest quarters at 3125 Brookhollow Drive
- Zoning amendment for multifamily development (PD-110) at 14330 Midway Road
- Contract with ACIS for air conditioning unit replacement at city facilities, $1,311,741
- Ordinance amending fee schedule, increasing credit card processing fee from 2.5% to 3.5%
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Council Chambers
📹 From the video · 5h 27m
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Thank you. Next up will be item C1, which is to review and discuss consent and regular agenda items. Councilwoman Gonzalez? Nothing for me, Mayor. Councilwoman Bennett? Nothing for me. Councilman Reed? Nothing for me, sir. Councilwoman Villafranca? Thank you. Nothing, Mayor. Thank you. Councilman Neal? Nothing, Mayor. Next up will be item C2, discuss and provide direction regarding the 2026 Pickleball World Championships. Hello. Good afternoon, Mayor and Council. I'm Meredith Dowdy. I'm with the tourism team and I also have Ann Stokes with me here from the tourism team. And we're here to talk to you guys about the fourth year that the City of Farmers branch in conjunction with Brookhaven Country Club and PPA is hosting the Pickleball World Championships. All right. So just a little bit about the event. We're here tonight just to give you some information about all the things that we're working on with PPA and Brookhaven. This is kind of our just information session for you. We're still working on plans with them. So if you all have any comments or questions tonight, I'm happy to answer any of those. So this year, the event is going to be Friday, October the 30th through Sunday, November the 8th. And we are going to do a very similar format to what we've had in the past where MLP plays the first weekend. And then the next week, the seven days, is going to be the UPA Pickleball Championships. This is going to be hosted at Brookhaven Country Club with parking at Dallas College B …
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers
6:00 PM
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A.
CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION (4 P.M.)
B.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C.
STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C.1
26-383
Review and discuss Consent and Regular agenda items.
C.2
26-512
Discuss and provide direction regarding the 2026 Pickleball World
Championships.
C.3
26-459
Discuss an amendment to the City’s Code of Ordinances related to
parking regulations for oversized vehicles in residential areas.
C.4
26-244
Receive a presentation to review and discuss potential amendments to
City Code provisions addressing the screening, visibility, and storage of
residential rollout trash and recycling containers.
C.5
26-483
Discuss current mulching program and feasibility of alternative options.
C.6
26-491
Provide a second-quarter update on Economic Development ac …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Manske Library Board
Manske Library
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Manske Library Board
City of Farmers Branch
Electronic Agenda Packet - Final
Manske Library
13613 Webb Chapel
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Manske Library
6:00 PM
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Meeting will be held at 6:00 PM.
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C.
AGENDA ITEMS
C.1
TMP-5554
Consider Election of Board Officers and take appropriate action.
C.2
TMP-5544
Consider approval of minutes for June 11, 2026, and take
appropriate action.
Board Meeting Minutes June 11, 2026
Attachments:
C.3
TMP-5545
Introduction of new members.
C.4
TMP-5546
Re …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Sustainability Committee
Sustainability Committee to hear landfill operations presentation
The Farmers Branch Sustainability Committee will receive a presentation on landfill operations, discuss changing the meeting start time, and review subcommittee objectives. The agenda also includes introducing new members, approving prior meeting minutes, and receiving staff updates on sustainability initiatives.
- Receive a presentation on landfill operations (TMP-5535)
- Discuss changing the starting time for future meetings (TMP-5538)
- Discuss subcommittee objectives and membership (TMP-5539)
- Receive subcommittee updates on Built and Natural Environment and Water Conservation (TMP-5540)
- Approve minutes from July 8, 2026 meeting (TMP-5536)
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Fire Station #2
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Sustainability Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Fire Station #2
13333 Alpha Link
Farmers Branch,TX 75234
Fire Station #26:00 PMWednesday, August 12, 2026
Meeting will be held at 6:00 PM.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 TMP-5534 Introduction of new members
C.2 TMP-5535 Receive a presentation on landfill operations
C.3 TMP-5536 Consider approving minutes from the July 8, 2026 meeting; and take
appropriate action
C.4 TMP-5537 Receive staff updates on sustainability initiatives
C.5 TMP-5538 Discuss cha …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission
Public hearing on removing age restriction from PD-18 medical center lots
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to remove the age-restriction requirement from Subdistrict B of Planned Development District No. 18, covering three lots on North Medical Parkway. The commission will also elect a chair and vice-chair and approve previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on removing age restriction from PD-18 Subdistrict B on 6.1 acres at 1, 2, and 3 North Medical Parkway
- Nomination and election of Planning and Zoning Commission chair and vice-chair
- Approval of July 27, 2026 meeting minutes
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City Hall
📹 From the video · 1h 57m
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good evening and welcome to the city of farmers branch planning and zoning commission meeting it is presently 7 p.m monday august 10 20 26. i'd like to begin by thanking the commissioners for their service on our agenda first item a citizen comments this agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the planning and zoning commission on any matter that is not posted on the agenda anyone wishing to address the commission should complete a citizen comments registration form and submit it to the chair prior to the start of the meeting there is a three minute time limit for each citizen to speak within a reasonable limitation on speakers on any one topic or item within a maximum of 15 total minutes on the same topic item anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial and i have received a number of citizen comments forms but i believe they're all for an item on the agenda so we will we'll proceed the planning and zoning commission is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by speaker during citizen comments and when called please approach the podium and state your name and address prior to beginning on our regular agenda items of first item b1 nomination and election of chair and vice chair of the planning and zoning commission and take appropriate action commissioners will receive any nominations i would like to nominate amber rayleigh as chairperson i'll second that nomination okay any discussion on the item i think let's do one at a time that's …
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Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
13000 Wm. Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
City Hall7:00 PMMonday, August 10, 2026
No Study Session Meeting will be held.
Additionally, the agenda packet is available for download from the City’s web site at
www.farmersbranchtx.gov. This download may be accessed from any computer with Internet
access.
Any individual who wishes to speak on an agenda item should fill out a Registration Form for
Appearance before the Planning and Zoning Commission (white card located in the back of the
Council Chambers) and submit the completed card to The Chair prior to the start of the meeting.
A. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission on any matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the
Commission should complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak
with a reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen (15) total
minutes on the same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Planning and Zoning Commission is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a
speaker during Citizen Comments. When called, please approach the podium and state your
name and address prior to beginning.
B. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
B.1 …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Senior Advisory Board
Senior Advisory Board to elect officers and review quarterly report
The Farmers Branch Senior Advisory Board will hold its August 6, 2026 meeting to elect officers for the 2026-2027 term, approve previous meeting minutes, and receive a third-quarter report from The Branch Connection. The board will also review upcoming events, receive subcommittee updates, and discuss future agenda items.
- Elect Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2026-2027 term
- Approve minutes from July 2, 2026 meeting
- Receive The Branch Connection’s 3rd Quarter Report
- Review August events and activities
- Receive updates from Memorial, Social Program Series, Veterans Celebration, and Renovation subcommittees
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Multipurpose Room
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Senior Advisory Board
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
The Branch Connection
14055 Dennis Ln
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Multipurpose Room1:00 PMThursday, August 6, 2026
Meeting will be held at 01:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or
provide a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 TMP-5519 Consider electing the Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for the
2026-2027 term year; and take appropriate action.
C.2 TMP-5520 Consider approval of Minutes for the July 2, 2026 Meeting; and take
appropriate action.
C.2a _Minutes-JulyAttachments:
C.3 TMP-5521 Receive nomin …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council to vote on $320k+ in contracts and auditor selection
The Farmers Branch City Council will meet on August 4, 2026, to discuss and vote on several contracts and resolutions, including auditor selection, fire station repairs, and housing program management. The meeting includes a study session, public comments, and a closed executive session for legal consultation.
- Approve Forvis Mazars, LLP as independent auditor for $112,375
- Authorize $49,895 painting contract for Fire Administration Building and Fire Station #3
- Approve $108,550 roof replacement contract for Fire Station #3
- Engage Hyde Kelly, LLP for legal ethics consulting up to $50,000
- Authorize $50,000 construction management agreement for Valwood Park Housing Replacement Program
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Council Chambers
📹 From the video · 2h 2m
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Thank you. And what taxable value is. And that's largely driven by new Thank you. providing providing providing, Thank you. analysis, legal review, or prepare agenda materials. The proposed amendment will preserve the city manager's authority to schedule approved items based on staff workload, operational priorities, legal requirements, and the complexity of the request. With that, I am going to read us into executive session. The City Council will convene in close executive session pursuant to Section 551.071, consultation with attorney of the Texas Government Code, to seek legal advice to discuss with the city attorney the procedures for conducting public hearings for ethics complaints. We will recess to the city manager's conference room and be back out here at 6 o'clock. Welcome, everybody, to the City of Farmers Brands City Council meeting for Tuesday, August 4th. Our first order of business this evening will be our inv ocation and pledges, so if you would, please join me. Heavenly Father, we ask for your blessing this evening. We ask that you give us clear thought, compassion, and the ability to look within ourselves as we have this meeting this evening. Help us to realize that we are here to serve our city and not ourselves. And help us to do what is right for all of our fellow residents here in Farmers Branch. We also ask that you show your light on our first responders, our firefighters, police officers. And help us to keep them safe. They are truly doing your work e …
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers6:00 PMTuesday, August 4, 2026
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION (4 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C. STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C.1 26-470 Review and discuss Consent and Regular agenda items.
C.2 26-482 Discuss and receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget
Update, including fiscal outlook, revenue considerations, strategic
investment areas, and ongoing budget development topics.
C.3 26-458 Receive an update on the Garage Conversion Amnesty Program Permit
for single-family homes with unauthorized garage conversions.
C.4 26-471 Receive an update from the Mayor and Council Members regarding board
liaison information from outside organizations and other meetings
attended.
C.5 26-472 Review and discuss future agenda items.
D. EXECUTIVE SESSION
D.1 26-490 The City Co …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 7:00 PM
City Council
City Council to hold hearing on ethics complaint against District 1 Councilmember
The City Council will hold a special called meeting to address ethics complaints. This includes a public hearing regarding a District 1 Councilmember and an executive session regarding a District 4 Councilmember.
- Public hearing on a June 8, 2026, ethics complaint against the District 1 Councilmember
- Executive session regarding a July 10, 2026, ethics complaint against the District 4 Councilmember
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Council Chambers
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Thank you. Welcome, everybody, to the City of Farmers Branch special call meeting for Tuesday, August 4th. Before we get started here, I have a couple of comments. This is a public ethics hearing. The hearing is going to be conducted pursuant to the City of Farmers Branch Code of Ethics. The purpose of today's hearing is to receive testimony, consider evidence, and determine whether a violation of the Code of Ethics has occurred. City Council has not reached any conclusions before tonight 's hearing. Council members will consider only the evidence presented during these proceedings together with governing law. All participants are expected to conduct themselves respectfully. All participants shall comply with the City's rules of decorum and conduct for public hearings and citizen comments, which are available for review on the City's website. The City will not tolerate unruly behavior, intimidation, disparaging, or inflammatory remarks, or other attacks or insults not relevant to policy issues or other official business within the City's jurisdiction or authority. Let me add, I want to make sure that everyone knows that we intend to run this public hearing as orderly as possible. After the public comment portion of this meeting, the main part of the meeting will be for the City Council. It will be the Council's time to ask questions and discuss the allegations. Comments from the public will not be allowed and any disruptions will not be tolerated. If anyone disrupts the proce …
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers7:00 PMTuesday, August 4, 2026
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - SPECIAL CALLED MEETING (7 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public Comment is your opportunity to address the City Council. Persons desiring to address the City
Council must fill out a Public Comment Form. Request form (s) will be accepted by the City Secretary
from the time the agenda is posted up to 30 minutes prior to the regular meeting. Individuals will not be
recognized to speak during the meeting unless the Request Form has been submitted. This process
applies to all action items listed on the agenda.
The online Public Comment Form can be found at: https://www.farmersbranchtx.gov/101/City-Council
There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak. All speakers shall comply with the City ’s
Rules of De …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
City Council to discuss ethics complaints against Mayor and District 4 Councilmember
The City Council will hold a special called meeting to enter executive session. The body will seek legal advice regarding ethics complaints filed on July 10, 2026, and discuss procedures for conducting public hearings for such complaints.
- Executive session regarding ethics complaint against District 4 Councilmember
- Executive session regarding ethics complaint against the Mayor
- Discussion of procedures for conducting public hearings for ethics complaints
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Council Chambers
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Thank you. 2 - 284 of the city's code filed July 10th, 2026. Item C3, this city, excuse me, the city council will convene in close executive session pursuant to section 551.071, consultation with the attorney of the Texas government code to seek legal advice to discuss with the city attorney the procedures for conducting public hearings for ethics complaints. At this time we will recess to the city managers conference room. Thank you. And we are back. Thank you all very much for your patience. We do have, we have some action that needs to be taken as a result of executive session. So with respect to item C1. Mr. Mayor, I make a motion that we table the any further discussion on item 26-474 until after the public hearing on August 4th and continue the discussion in the executive session at that time. I'll second. We have motion and second to table item C1 to August 4th. If you would please indicate your vote accordingly. Motion passes. Action related to item C2. Item C2. Mr. Mayor, I make a motion that we dismiss the ethics complaint against the mayor in item C2 26-475. I'll second. Thank you. We have motion and second for C2. If you would please indicate your vote accordingly. Motion passes. Thank you very much. There is no action to take as a result of item C3. So that will... Wait a minute. I left something out. Go ahead. Mr. Mayor, I move that the City Council ratify the retention of independent outside legal counsel and author ize and direct the city manager to proceed wi …
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, July 28, 2026
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - SPECIAL CALLED MEETING (5 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public Comment is your opportunity to address the City Council. Persons desiring to address the City
Council must fill out a Public Comment Form. Request form (s) will be accepted by the City Secretary
from the time the agenda is posted up to 30 minutes prior to the regular meeting. Individuals will not be
recognized to speak during the meeting unless the Request Form has been submitted. This process
applies to all action items listed on the agenda.
The online Public Comment Form can be found at: https://www.farmersbranchtx.gov/101/City-Council
There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak. All speakers shall comply with the City ’s
Rules of Dec …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission
Public hearing on amending PD-18 to allow multifamily and single-family units at 12150 Medical Parkway
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a study session to discuss regular agenda items and future items, then conduct a public hearing on a request to amend Planned Development District No. 18 (PD-18) to allow multifamily and single-family dwelling units on approximately 6.1 acres at 12150 Medical Parkway. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the July 13, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing on amendment to Planned Development District No. 18 (PD-18) to allow multifamily and single-family units on 6.1 acres at 12150 Medical Parkway
- Consider approval of the July 13, 2026 meeting minutes
- Study session to discuss regular agenda items and future items for commission consideration
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City Hall
📹 From the video · 38m
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Good evening and welcome to the City of Farmers Branch Planning and Zoning Commission study session. It is presently 645 on Monday, July 27, 2026. As always, I'd like to begin by thanking the commissioners for their service. And this evening we have a particular thanks to our two new alternates. Gentlemen, would you mind just to introduce yourselves, say their name. David Moore. David Merritt. Thank you kindly. And also a congratulations to Brianna, who is now our full member in place three. Thank you all again for your service. Up next, we'll discuss regular agenda items. That takes us to item C1. Consider approval of the July 13, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes and take appropriate action. Commissioners, any errors, typos, issues? All right. Seeing none, we will move on to our regular agenda item D1. Conduct a public hearing and consider a request to amend plan development district number 18 to allow for multifamily and single family dwelling units on approximately 6.1 acres located at 12150 Medical Parkway and take appropriate action. And commissioners, just a note, we do have a letter in front of us that was introduced. So just to consider that in addition to your packet as we may bring this up or discuss. If you have any questions for staff during our study session. Any questions, things to discuss during study session? Just clarification on the mechanics of when we come to voting on. Did we go through all the machinations of it or do we just have som …
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Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
13000 Wm. Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
City Hall7:00 PMMonday, July 27, 2026
Study Session Meeting to be held at 6:45 PM in Council Chambers
Additionally, the agenda packet is available for download from the City’s web site at
www.farmersbranchtx.gov. This download may be accessed from any computer with Internet
access.
Any individual who wishes to speak on an agenda item should fill out a Registration Form for
Appearance before the Planning and Zoning Commission (white card located in the back of the
Council Chambers) and submit the completed card to The Chair member prior to the start of the
meeting.
A. STUDY SESSION
A.1 26-476 Discuss Regular Agenda Items.
A.2 26-477 Discuss Agenda Items For Future Planning and Zoning
Commission Consideration.
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission on any matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the
Commission should complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak
with a reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen (15) total
minutes on the same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Farmers Branch council discusses budget, AI, and approves donations
The Farmers Branch City Council will hold a study session on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and discuss topics including blockchain technology and a community garden. The regular meeting includes approving donations and board appointments.
- Accept $1,450 donation from Farmers Branch Woman’s Club
- Accept $1,500 donation from ATMOS Energy to Fire Department
- Approve annual board, commission, and committee appointments
- Approve detailed site plan for multifamily development at 4707 Alpha Road
- Submit application for Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant Program
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Council Chambers
📹 From the video · 1h 54m
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Thank you. We have a cash fee. We did receive a lot of Thank you. gardening it is it going to be closed at night um that's kind of like my main points of kind of how how it's going to really work yeah so um we'll have volunteers that will sign up and so one of the things that staff is trying to do through all of our different volunteer initiatives is to have a master database of volunteers they'll go through the city to ensure that they're vetted um and we'll have policies for that so it wouldn't just be anyone they would they would have to go through a process but they but it would be open to anyone if that makes sense yeah my husband and i did that volunteer vetting thing a couple weeks ago so that'll um it's nice to know that you'll be able to take care of that um so anyone the plan is anyone can go in and grab some items they don't have to be a volunteer they don't have to be like on a registry or anything kind of maybe someone in need that may need some well i think what we would look at this robert diaz park director um i what we would we would model it after the current our current garden location um we haven't it's organized in that we the people that have plots out there have they register for those uh we we no longer are taking any fees for those but we we still go through that process of the vetting process so we know who's out there what plots they have so that people are just randomly um now there's not a fence around the current garden so are people out there pr …
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers6:00 PMTuesday, July 21, 2026
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or
more City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in
this meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers
Branch City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a
quorum of the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to
the public, and (iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council
present at said location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION (4 PM)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C. STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C.1 26-383 Review and discuss Consent and Regular agenda items.
C.2 26-415 Discuss and receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget
Update, including fiscal outlook, revenue considerations, strategic
investment areas, and ongoing budget development topics.
C.3 26-417 Discuss and provide directions on implementing a Community Garden.
C.4 26-436 Presentation regarding Blockchain Technology, Artificial Intelligence,
and an AI Resident Call Assistance System.
C.5 26-324 Discussion and feedback regarding draft landscape amendments to the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Charter Review Committee
Committee to discuss proposed charter amendments
The Charter Review Committee will review proposed amendments to the city charter and determine if changes are needed to Article VII regarding Nominations and Elections. The committee will also discuss items requested by the City Attorney and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review proposed Charter amendments for final recommendation
- Review Article VII - Nominations and Elections
- Discuss items requested by the City Attorney
- Approve minutes from June 17, 2026 meeting
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Charter Review Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
CITY HALL TRAINING HUB6:00 PMWednesday, July 15, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING (6 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
C. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 26-444 Consider approval of the minutes of the June 17, 2026, Charter Review
Committee meeting; and take appropriate action.
C.2 26-446 Discuss and consider items requested for review by the City Attorney.
C.3 26-452 Consider proposed Charter amendments for final recommendation by the
Charter Review Committee; and take appropriate action.
C.4 26-445 Review, discuss, and determine if amendments are needed to Article VII -
Nominations and Elections of the City Charter.
C.5 26-447 Charter Review Committee’s opportunity to request future discussion on
items not on the agenda.
D. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council may convene into executive session at anytime during the Study Session or Regular
meeting pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071(2) for the purpose of seeking
confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item.
Farmers Branch City Hall is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are
available at the main entrance facing William Dodson Parkway. Persons with disabilities planning to
attend this meeting who are deaf, hearing impaired or who may need auxiliary aids such as sign
interpreters or large print, are requested to contact the City Se …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 12:00
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee meets July 15, 2026
The committee will review the minutes from the April 15, 2026, meeting. Members will also receive updates regarding animal shelter metrics and upcoming animal services events.
- Approval of April 15, 2026, meeting minutes
- Update on Animal Shelter metrics
- Update on Animal Services upcoming events and Shelter updates
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Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Fire Station No. 2
4060 Valley View Lane
Farmers Branch, TX 75244
Fire Station #212:00Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Meeting will be held at 12:00 PM.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 26-455 Consider approval of the April 15, 2026, Animal Shelter Advisory
Committee meeting; and take appropriate action.
C.2 26-456 Receive an update on Animal Shelter metrics
C.3 26-457 Receive an update on Animal Services upcoming events and Shelter
updates.
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
Council to discuss board training and chair feedback
At this joint meeting with board chairs, the City Council will discuss training opportunities for city boards and commissions to support effective governance. Board chairs will also have the opportunity to provide feedback and discuss ongoing and future items. The agenda is primarily procedural and discussion-oriented, with no votes on ordinances, contracts, or rezonings.
- Discussion of training opportunities for City Boards and Commissions (Item C.1)
- Board Chair feedback and guidance on ongoing and future board items (Item C.2)
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, July 14, 2026
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/BOARD CHAIR MEETING
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - JOINT CITY COUNCIL/BOARD CHAIR MEETING (5 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
C. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 26-449 Discuss training opportunities for City Boards and Commissions to
support effective governance and prepare members for their roles and
responsibilities.
C.2 26-448 Board Chair opportunity to provide feedback, guidance, and discuss
ongoing and future items as they relate to their specific board.
D. ADJOURNMENT
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council and P&Z to discuss property at 12150 Medical Parkway
This is a joint work session of the Farmers Branch City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission. The main item is a discussion regarding the property at 12150 Medical Parkway (Project 2025.014), following an executive session for legal consultation. The meeting also includes a presentation on the roles of the Planning and Zoning Commission and a discussion on vision and collaboration between the two bodies. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Executive session under Texas Gov't Code §551.071 to consult with the City Attorney on property at 12150 Medical Parkway (Project 2025.014).
- Joint discussion and feedback on the 12150 Medical Parkway property.
- Presentation from the City Attorney on roles and responsibilities of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
- Discussion of vision, priorities, and collaboration between the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, July 13, 2026
CITY COUNCIL/PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JOINT MEETING WORK
SESSION
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - JOINT MEETING WORK SESSION (4:00 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
C. EXECUTIVE SESSION
C.1 26-442 The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council will convene into
closed executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section
551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) to discuss, consult with, and receive
legal advice from the City Attorney regarding Farmers Branch Project
2025.014, the property located at 12150 Medical Parkway.
D. JOINT MEETING REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
D.1 26-443 Conduct a joint discussion regarding the property located at 12150
Medical Parkway, and provide feedback.
D.2 26-426 Receive a presentation from the City Attorney regarding the roles and
responsibi …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission
Planning and Zoning Commission to hear zoning and SUP requests
The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve its June 22, 2026 minutes and hold public hearings on two development requests: a multifamily zoning amendment on Midway Road and a Specific Use Permit for guest quarters on Brookhollow Drive.
- Approval of June 22, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission minutes
- Public hearing for multifamily zoning amendment at 14330 Midway Road
- Public hearing for Specific Use Permit at 3125 Brookhollow Drive
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City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
13000 Wm. Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
City Hall7:00 PMMonday, July 13, 2026
No Study Session Meeting to be held.
Additionally, the agenda packet is available for download from the City’s web site at
www.farmersbranchtx.gov. This download may be accessed from any computer with Internet
access.
Any individual who wishes to speak on an agenda item should fill out a Registration Form for
Appearance before the Planning and Zoning Commission (white card located in the back of the
Council Chambers) and submit the completed card to The Chair member prior to the start of the
meeting.
A. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission on any matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the
Commission should complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak
with a reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen (15) total
minutes on the same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Planning and Zoning Commission is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a
speaker during Citizen Comments. When called, please approach the podium and state your
name and address prior to beginning.
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Sat Jul 11, 2026 · 05:00 PM
City Council
City Council to hold closed session on ethics complaint against Councilmember
The Farmers Branch City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss a complaint alleging a violation of the City's Code of Ethics against a Councilmember for District 1. The meeting will include a closed executive session to consider the complaint and an investigating attorney's report.
- Closed executive session to discuss ethics complaint against Councilmember for District 1
- Meeting location: Farmers Branch City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway
- Public comments will be heard at the start of the meeting
- Meeting scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers5:00 PMSaturday, July 11, 2026
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - SPECIAL CALLED MEETING (5 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
C. EXECUTIVE SESSION
C.1 26-430 The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to
Section 551.074, Personnel, and Section 551.071, Consultation with
Attorney, of the Texas Government Code to consider and deliberate, and
to seek legal advice from the City Attorney, regarding a complaint alleging
a violation of the City's Code of Ethics and an investigating attorney’s
report against Councilmember for District 1, pursuant to Section 2-284 of
the City’s Code, filed June 8, 2026.
D. TAKE ANY ACTION NECESSARY AS A RESULT OF THE CLOSED EXECUTIVE
SESSION
E. ADJOURNMENT
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Sustainability Committee
Sustainability Committee reviews city initiatives and subcommittee updates
The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive staff reports on current sustainability efforts. Subcommittees focused on water conservation and the built and natural environment will provide progress updates.
- Approval of June 10, 2026 meeting minutes
- Staff updates on sustainability initiatives
- Built and Natural Environment subcommittee update
- Water Conservation subcommittee update
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Sustainability Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Fire Station #2
13333 Alpha Link
Farmers Branch,TX 75234
Fire Station #26:00 PMWednesday, July 8, 2026
Meeting will be held at 6:00 PM.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 TMP-5506 Consider approving minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting; and take
appropriate action
C.2 TMP-5507 Receive staff updates on sustainability initiatives
C.3 TMP-5508 Receive subcommittee updates
· Built and Natural Environment
· Water Conservation
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
Council to approve $2.7M water and wastewater contract on Webb Chapel Road.
The Farmers Branch City Council will review the FY 2026-27 budget update, discuss relocating Liberty Plaza, and consider a groundwater prohibition ordinance at Valley View Lane. Officials will also vote on a major water infrastructure contract, approve facility upgrades for The Firehouse Theatre, and adopt new rules for special events. A closed session will address economic development incentives for a specific city project.
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 4006 prohibiting groundwater use at 1349-1399 Valley View Lane for TCEQ certification
- Contract with Dallas Underground, LLC for Webb Chapel Road Water and Wastewater Improvements Phase 2 ($2,695,813)
- Resolution funding facility upgrades for The Firehouse Theatre at 2535 Valley View Lane
- Ordinance No. 4001 adding a Special Events chapter to the city's Amusements and Entertainments code
- Application for Dallas County Community Development Block Grant to replace water lines on Shoredale Lane loop
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Council Chambers
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Thank you. One of the questions Thank you. On that last slide. Thank you. We had a terrific, Washington. The symbolizing, bringing in the Bicentennial here. As mayor also to recognize that the mayor and council are authorized and guided by the principles of liberty and the citizens are guided by the principles of freedom. God bless you all and that was my line in the skit. So I would like to present you and the City Council and the staff but more important citizens give yourself the hand because you're the hand to freedom and liberty. Mayor thank you very much. Here's the 13 colonies. Okay thank you. Next up is Theresa Mayne. I'm Theresa Savoy Mayne. Go. Thank you for having me. I love Farmers Branch. I've been a citizen here for 43 years and I live at 3120 La Kentis Circle in Farmers Branch, Texas. Thank you all for letting me speak tonight. I just learned of this the other day. I guess last year about this time you all approved a list of to be published on social media for different days. And honoring different groups. One that really struck me and that's what I want to speak about tonight and I would like to understand this so I'll get with Roger Neal later about this. But there's a religious group that's on that list in January and I think it's the Muslim American or American Muslim group. You know I celebrate everybody's freedom of religious choice and you know feel like we all need to protect that. The one thing that strikes me though is that people could understand tha …
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers6:00 PMTuesday, July 7, 2026
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION (4 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C. STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C.1 26-383 Review and discuss Consent and Regular agenda items.
C.2 26-400 Discuss and receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget
Update, including fiscal outlook, revenue considerations, strategic
investment areas, and ongoing budget development topics.
C.3 26-398 Receive a presentation regarding 2026-2027 Medical Plan RFP updates
and considerations.
C.4 26-358 Discuss conceptual designs associated with the relocation of Liberty Plaza
to the vacant lot near the Rose Garden area on Valley View Lane.
C.5 26-413 Receive a quarterly update regarding the Charter Review Committee.
C.6 26-404 Discuss and provide direction regarding City Council …
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Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Senior Advisory Board
Senior Advisory Board reviews upcoming events and subcommittee updates
The board will review recent activities and receive progress reports from several subcommittees. Members will also discuss future meeting agendas and review the updated city calendar.
- Review of June 4, 2026 minutes
- Memorial subcommittee update
- Social Program Series subcommittee update
- Veterans Day subcommittee update
- Renovation subcommittee update
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Multipurpose Room
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Senior Advisory Board
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
The Branch Connection
14055 Dennis Ln
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Multipurpose Room1:00 PMThursday, July 2, 2026
Meeting will be held at 01:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 TMP-5511 Consider approval of minutes for the June 4, 2026 meeting; and
take appropriate action.
C.1a _Minutes-JuneAttachments:
C.2 TMP-5512 Review events and activities.
C.2a_backupAttachments:
C.3 TMP-5513 Receive an update from the following subcommittees:
· Memorial
· Social Pr …
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Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
City Council reviews board and commission procedures and 2026-27 appointments.
This work session focuses on reviewing procedures for city board and commission subcommittees. Council members will also discuss and finalize appointments and reappointments for the 2026-27 term. No binding votes are scheduled for this meeting.
- Review procedures for board and commission subcommittees
- Discuss 2026-27 board and commission appointments and reappointments
- Public comment period with 3-minute time limit
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers4:00 PMTuesday, June 30, 2026
BOARD APPOINTMENT WORK SESSION
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - BOARD APPOINTMENT WORK SESSION (4 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public Comment is your opportunity to address the City Council. Persons desiring to address the City
Council must fill out a Public Comment Form. Request form (s) will be accepted by the City Secretary
from the time the agenda is posted up to 30 minutes prior to the regular meeting. Individuals will not be
recognized to speak during the meeting unless the Request Form has been submitted. This process
applies to all action items listed on the agenda.
The online Public Comment Form can be found at: https://www.farmersbranchtx.gov/101/City-Council
There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak. All speakers shall comply with the City …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Historical Preservation & Restoration Board
Board discusses Historical Park operations and future strategic plans
The Board will review updates for the Historical Park and Venue 1842 operations. Members will also discuss upcoming work plans for 2027 and potential subcommittee definitions.
- Historical Park and Venue 1842 operations update
- Updates to the Docent and Stewards Manual
- Definition of a Sub-Committee process
- 2027 Historical Preservation and Restoration Board Plans of Work
- Log Culture Area update
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Historical Preservation & Restoration Board
City of Farmers Branch
Electronic Agenda Packet - Final
FB Historical Park
Venue 1842
2540 Farmers Branch Ln
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Venue 1842 at the Historical Park6:30 PMThursday, June 25, 2026
Meeting will be held at 6:30 PM.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
26-372 Consider approval of minutes for the May 28, 2026 meeting; and
take appropriate action.
260528Attachments:
26-373 Discuss Historical Park and Venue 1842 operations update.
26-374 Receive updates to the Docent …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to certify mayoral runoff results and discuss ethics complaints
The Council will officially canvass the June 13, 2026, mayoral runoff election results. They will also conduct a governance orientation for council members and enter executive session to discuss ethics complaints against two district councilmembers.
- Resolution No. 2026-089: Canvassing and declaring the June 13, 2026, mayoral runoff election results
- City Council Orientation for newly elected and existing members
- Executive session regarding a Code of Ethics violation complaint against the District 1 Councilmember
- Executive session regarding a Code of Ethics violation complaint against the District 2 Councilmember
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Council Chambers
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers4:00 PMTuesday, June 23, 2026
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - SPECIAL CALLED MEETING (4 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
C. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 R2026-089 Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-089 canvassing and declaring
the election results of the June 13, 2026, City of Farmers Branch Runoff
Election for the office of the Mayor, issuing the Certificate of Election; and
take appropriate action.
C.2 26-403 Conduct City Council Orientation for newly elected and existing
Councilmembers and review Governance, Legal, and Ethical
responsibilities and requirements.
D. EXECUTIVE SESSION (6 P.M.)
D.1 26-412 The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to
Section 551.074, Personnel, and Section 551.071, Consultation with
Attorney, of the Texas Government Code …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission
Public hearing on zoning change for multifamily and single-family at 12150 Medical Parkway
The commission will hold a public hearing and consider amending Planned Development District No. 18 to allow multifamily and single-family homes on 6.1 acres at 12150 Medical Parkway. They will also vote on a detailed site plan for a multifamily development on 5 acres at 4707 Alpha Road. The meeting includes a study session to discuss agenda items and citizen comments on non-agenda matters.
- Public hearing on PD-18 amendment: 6.1 acres at 12150 Medical Parkway to allow multifamily and single-family dwelling units
- Detailed site plan for multifamily development on 5 acres at 4707 Alpha Road within PD-107
- Approval of May 11, 2026 meeting minutes
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City Hall
📹 From the video · 2h 13m
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It is presently 6 30 p.m. Monday June 22nd 2026. I'd like to begin this evening as always by thanking the commissioners for their service. On our study session agenda of first item A1 discuss regular agenda items which takes us to item C1. Consider approval of the May 11th 2026 planning and zoning commission meeting minutes and take appropriate action. Commissioners any typos edits updates changes issues? All right seeing none we'll move along to item C2. Consider the request for a detailed site plan approval for multifamily residential development on an approximately five acre property addressed as 4707 Alpha Road and located within PD 107 zoning district and take appropriate action. Thank you Brian. Thank you Madam Chair and thank you Commissioners. Brian Campbell I'm going to be the planning division. If you have any questions I'd be happy to address those now or we can wait till the meeting. It's going to pretty much be the exact same presentation as last time just with that updated information on the multifamily unit count and the parking count. Thank you for those updates Brian. Any questions for staff? Go ahead Pat. Just one. It indicated that there was going to be on street park on Welch. 10 spaces there and I'm looking at Welch Road there it's a really narrow road are they going to do cut outs and take out those trees that are currently along the street there? How are they going to get parking on Welch? Yes. If you'll allow me just a second I will pull up actually mi …
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Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
City Hall
13000 Wm. Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
City Hall7:00 PMMonday, June 22, 2026
Study Session Meeting to be held at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers
Additionally, the agenda packet is available for download from the City’s web site at
www.farmersbranchtx.gov. This download may be accessed from any computer with Internet
access.
Any individual who wishes to speak on an agenda item should fill out a Registration Form for
Appearance before the Planning and Zoning Commission (white card located in the back of the
Council Chambers) and submit the completed card to The Chair member prior to the start of the
meeting.
A. STUDY SESSION
A.1 26-405 Discuss Regular Agenda Items.
A.2 26-406 Discuss Agenda Items For Future Planning and Zoning
Commission Consideration.
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission on any matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the
Commission should complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak
with a reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen (15) total
minutes on the same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Planning and Zoning Commission is not permitted to take action on …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Parks & Recreation Board
Board approves May minutes and reviews Q2 parks and recreation department reports.
The Parks & Recreation Board will approve the previous meeting's minutes and review second-quarter performance reports for the Aquatics Recreation Center and Events divisions. Members will discuss the 2027 special events calendar and receive project updates for the Farmers Branch Elementary School site. This meeting is primarily informational and routine.
- Approval of May 21, 2026 meeting minutes
- Review of Q2 performance reports for the Aquatics Recreation Center and Events divisions
- Discussion of the 2027 Special Events Calendar
- Update on the Farmers Branch Elementary School site plan
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Parks & Recreation Board
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Community Rec Ctr
14050 Heartside Pl
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Pecan Room6:30 PMThursday, June 18, 2026
Meeting will be held at 06:30 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 TMP-5497 Consider approval of Minutes for the May 21, 2026 meeting; and
take appropriate action.
C.1b._ Minutes_MayAttachments:
C.2 TMP-5498 Receive the 2nd Quarter Reports from the following divisions:
· Aquatics Recreation Center
· Events, Historical Park, Venue 1842 (Q1 & Q2)
C.2a._Q …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Charter Review Committee
Committee finalizes charter amendments on bonds and taxes
The Charter Review Committee will discuss and consider final recommendations for proposed charter amendments. They will also review and determine if amendments are needed to Article V (Bonds, Warrants) and Article VI (Assessment and Collection of Taxes).
- Consider proposed Charter amendments for final recommendation (C.3)
- Review and determine amendments needed to Article V - Bonds, Warrants (C.4)
- Review and determine amendments needed to Article VI - Assessment and Collection of Taxes (C.4)
- Discuss items requested by City Attorney (C.2)
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City Hall Training Hub
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Charter Review Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
City Hall Training Hub6:00 PMWednesday, June 17, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING (6 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS
C. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 26-392 Consider approval of the minutes of the May 20, 2026, Charter Review
Committee meeting; and take appropriate action.
C.2 26-393 Discuss and consider items requested for review by the City Attorney.
C.3 26-389 Consider proposed Charter amendments for final recommendation by
the Charter Review Committee; and take appropriate action.
C.4 26-390 Review, discuss, and determine if amendments are needed to Article V -
Bonds, Warrants, and other Evidences of Indebtedness, and Article VI.
Assessment and Collection of Taxes of the City Charter.
C.5 26-391 Charter Review Committee’s opportunity to request future discussion on
items not on the agenda.
D. ADJOURNMENT
Farmers Branch City Hall is wheelchair accessible. Access to the building and special parking are
available at the main entrance facing William Dodson Parkway. Persons with disabilities planning to
attend this meeting who are deaf, hearing impaired or who may need auxiliary aids such as sign
interpreters or large print, are requested to contact the City Secretary at (972) 919-2503 at least 72
hours prior to the meeting.
Certification
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Arts & Culture Committee
Committee to approve Electrical Box Wrap procedures and honor Westside Art Trail artists.
The Arts & Culture Committee will meet to approve standard procedures for the Electrical Box Wrap Program and recognize Westside Art Trail artists. Members will also review subcommittee work plans, elect committee officers, and discuss strategies for onboarding new members. The agenda focuses on internal committee operations and ongoing arts programming updates rather than major policy or budget changes.
- TMP-5492: Recognition for Westside Art Trail artists
- TMP-5493: Approval of Electrical Box Wrap Program standard operating procedures
- TMP-5494: Review of 2025 subcommittees' plans of work
- TMP-5495: Discussion of committee officer positions
- Subcommittee updates: Artist Outreach, Public Spaces, and Festivals
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Arts & Culture Committee
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
FB Historical Park
Venue 1842
2540 Farmers Branch Ln
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Venue 1842 @ The Historical Park6:00 PMWednesday, June 17, 2026
Meeting will be held at 06:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or
provide a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 TMP-5489 Consider approval of Minutes for the May 20, 2026 Meeting; and
take appropriate action.
C.1a._May Minutes_draftAttachments:
C.2 TMP-5490 Discuss recognition for Westside Art Trail artists; and take
appropriate action.
C.3 TMP-5491 Consid …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council
City Council discusses FY 2026-27 budget, library policies, and election costs
The City Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget Update, proposed updates to Manske Library Policies, and a revised policy on repetitive Public Information Act requests. They will also consider approving payment of $135,050 to Dallas County for the runoff election and receive an update from The Firehouse Theatre.
- FY 2026-27 Budget Update presentation and discussion
- Proposed updates to Manske Library Policies
- Revised policy on repetitive Public Information Act requests
- Resolution to pay $135,050 to Dallas County for runoff election
- Annual update from The Firehouse Theatre
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City Council
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Farmers Branch City Hall
13000 Wm Dodson Pkwy
Farmers Branch, Texas
75234
Council Chambers6:00 PMTuesday, June 16, 2026
In accordance with Tex. Govt. Code §551.127, notice is hereby given that (i) one or more
City Council members may be participating on a regular, non-emergency basis in this
meeting by video conference, (ii) the location of the meeting will be at Farmers Branch
City Hall, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas, where a quorum of
the City Council will be physically present, which location will be open to the public, and
(iii) it is the intent to have the quorum of members of the City Council present at said
location for this meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION (4 P.M.)
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C. STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C.1 26-158 Review and discuss Consent and Regular agenda items.
C.2 26-380 Discuss and receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget
Update, including fiscal outlook, revenue considerations, strategic
investment areas, and ongoing budget development topics.
C.3 26-283 Discuss and review the Farmers Branch Manske Library Policies and
proposed updates, and determine if any revisions are necessary.
C.4 26-397 Discuss a revised policy pertaining to City responses to repetitive Public
Information Act requests.
C.5 26-159 Receive an update from the Mayor and Council Members regarding board
liaison information from outside organizations and other …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Manske Library Board
Library Board to hear updates on policies and Friends group
The Manske Library Board will approve minutes from May and receive several reports and updates, including on library policies, the Friends of the Library re-establishment subcommittee, patron feedback, and the director's report. No major decisions or actions are expected.
- Approve minutes from May 14, 2026 meeting
- Receive update on Library Policies
- Receive update from Friends of the Library Re-Establishment Subcommittee
- Receive Patron Feedback for May
- Receive Library Director's Report
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Manske Library Board
City of Farmers Branch
Meeting Agenda
Manske Library
13613 Webb Chapel
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
Manske Library6:00 PMThursday, June 11, 2026
Meeting will be held at 06:00 PM
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS
This agenda item provides an opportunity for citizens to address the Board or Committee on any
matter that is not posted on the agenda. Anyone wishing to address the Board or Committee should
complete a Citizen Comments Registration Form and submit it to the Board Liaison or Board Chair
prior to the start of the meeting. There is a three (3) minute time limit for each citizen to speak with a
reasonable limitation on speakers on one topic or item with a maximum of fifteen total minutes on the
same topic item. Anyone wishing to speak shall be courteous and cordial.
The Board or Committee is not permitted to take action on any subject raised by a speaker during
Citizen Comments. However, the Chair may have the item placed on a future agenda for action; refer
the item to the City Administration for further study or action; briefly state existing City policy; or provide
a brief statement of factual information in response to the inquiry.
C. AGENDA ITEMS
C.1 TMP-5481 Consider approval of Minutes for the May 14, 2026 Meeting; and
take appropriate action.
C.1a._MinutesAttachments:
C.2 TMP-5482 Receive and update on Library Policies.
C.3 TMP-5483 Receive Trustee Report.
C.3a._ReportAttachments:
C.4 TMP-5484 Receive an update from Friends of the …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 103 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $742,500 | SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS INC Department of Homeland Security · H-65 SIDE PANELS ORDER FOR OPTION PERIOD 3 |
| $632,500 | SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS INC Department of Homeland Security · NEW ORDER FOR H-65 HELICOPTER SIDE PANELS |
| $437,473 | MEI MAIL SERVICES INC. Department of Transportation · PERFORM MAILROOM SERVICE AT NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL OFFICE BURLINGTON, MA |
| $260,400 | WOMACK MACHINE SUPPLY CO., LLC Department of Defense · 8511864754!SOLENOID,ELECTRICAL |
| $248,786 | IRONCOMPANY.COM, LLC Department of Defense · RELOCATABLE FLOORING AND TURF |
| $227,292 | WOMACK MACHINE SUPPLY CO., LLC Department of Defense · PUMP,HYDRAULIC NSN: 4320-01-432-2686 MFR CAGE: 19207 MFR PART NUMBER: |
| $171,387 | WOMACK MACHINE SUPPLY CO., LLC Department of Defense · 8511623051!MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY, HYDRAULIC |
| $169,462 | WOMACK MACHINE SUPPLY CO., LLC Department of Defense · 8511340353!MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY, HYDRAULIC |
| $152,130 | WOMACK MACHINE SUPPLY CO., LLC Department of Defense · 8511253240!MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY, HYDRAULIC |
| $152,130 | WOMACK MACHINE SUPPLY CO., LLC Department of Defense · 8511678254!MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY, HYDRAULIC |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Dallas County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-29,269 people (-$1.30B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)7 ({"Hurricane": 8, "Severe Storm": 6, "Flood": 4, "Fire": 4, " · last Fri May 17, 2024)
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments71,182 (1,648,702 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,884/mo (18 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy33.3% (low numeracy 45% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
8,845
Recorded votes
$123.4M
Annual budget
$75.2M
Debt outstanding
64
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$123.4M
Spending$90.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$75.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.61×
Debt-load index34 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.