Irving public meetings in 2024
47 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including tax abatement agreements for major data center projects, multiple zoning changes, and numerous contracts and purchases. The agenda includes a public hearing on designating a tax abatement reinvestment zone and approving related agreements with Quality Technology Services and Microsoft. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering many routine expenditures and administrative items.
- Tax abatement agreements with Quality Technology Services (QTS) and Microsoft Corporation
- Contract award to Atkins Bros. for $2,486,775 for water improvement project
- Contract award to J.B. & Co. LLC for $1,768,505 for Lanotte Park development
- Purchase of fire apparatus for $3,271,922 from Siddons-Martin Emergency Group
- Zoning change for 5000 W. John Carpenter Freeway to allow hotel uses
The Irving City Council approved tax abatement agreements with Quality Technology Services (QTS) and Microsoft Corporation, along with related economic development incentives, all by 9-0 votes. The council also approved a consent agenda of 49 items, including contracts for water projects, fire apparatus, and vehicles, and made several zoning decisions, including denying a hotel development and a rezoning on Grauwyler Road.
- Approved tax abatement agreement with QTS Irving DC3-6 LLC (9-0)
- Approved tax abatement agreement with Microsoft Corporation (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 2-50, with item 9 withdrawn and item 27 postponed to Jan 16, 2025 (9-0)
- Denied hotel zoning change at 5000 W. John Carpenter Freeway (5-4)
- Denied rezoning at 2701 E. Grauwyler Road (4-5)
- Postponed accessory building variance at 1214 S. Britain Road to Jan 16, 2025 (8-1)
- Appointed Jeffery Cornell as Municipal Court Judge (9-0)
- Approved rezoning at 801 Singleton Boulevard to Neighborhood Commercial (7-2)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to discuss several operational and policy items, including proposed zoning amendments for data centers, a homeless prevention program, and updates on city projects. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters related to municipal court judges and city officials.
- UDC Amendments: Data Centers by Conditional Use Permit
- Homeless Prevention Program Application and Agreement Overview
- Animal Care Campus Expansion Project and Operations Update
- Website Redesign and CRM Project Update
- Fire Station 9 Update
The Irving City Council held a work session on December 12, 2024, reviewing agenda items and receiving updates. No formal votes were taken. Key discussions included the city's legislative program for the 89th Texas Legislative Session, zoning cases, and various city projects. Several items were noted for withdrawal, postponement, or further discussion.
- Reviewed legislative program for 89th Texas Legislative Session
- Noted withdrawal of MOU with Texas HHSC for Family Advocacy Center lease
- Discussed TxDOT safety lighting agreement for IH 635 and Belt Line Road
- Reviewed $1,768,505 contract award to J.B. & Co. LLC for Lanotte Park
- Discussed sign variance for mural at Music Factory
- Reviewed updates to Housing Tax Credit policy for 2025
- Noted postponement of water improvement engineering services agreement to January
- Discussed zoning cases with staff recommendations
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council is convening for a special meeting consisting of an executive session. The session is scheduled to discuss legal advice regarding collective bargaining.
- Executive session regarding legal advice for collective bargaining (ID # 15142)
The City Council met in a special session to enter an executive session for legal advice regarding collective bargaining. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will meet to consider an ordinance to canvass the returns and declare the results of the special election held on November 5, 2024.
- Ordinance (ID # 15127) to canvass returns and declare results of the November 5, 2024 Special Election
The Irving City Council held a special meeting to canvass the returns of the November 5, 2024 special election and declare the results. The ordinance was approved unanimously by the four council members present, with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted ordinance canvassing special election results (4-0-1, Zapanta abstained)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will vote on various infrastructure contracts, budget adjustments, and multiple zoning changes. The meeting includes decisions on water system improvements, fire station construction, and land use amendments.
- Contract for Lake Carolyn Promenade Project, Phase V with Tegrity Contractors, Inc. for $4,657,777.00
- Engineering services agreement with Alliance Geotechnical Group for $3,000,000.00
- Fiber Optic Network Expansion Project contract with Commdex Consulting, LLC for $850,000.00 plus a $2,400,000.00 as-needed contract
- Zoning change for 2131 E. Irving Boulevard and 2501 E. Shady Grove Road to Commercial Warehouse
- Budget Adjustment #1 to the 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget
The Irving City Council unanimously approved a $4.66 million contract for the Lake Carolyn Promenade Phase V and adopted a budget adjustment for the 2024-25 fiscal year. Several zoning requests were denied, including a change to allow two detached dwelling units at 706 Balleywood Road and a comprehensive plan amendment for manufacturing use at 2131 E. Irving Boulevard. A request to allow three residential units at 310 W. Third Street was approved by a narrow 5-4 vote.
- Approved $4,657,777.00 contract for Lake Carolyn Promenade Phase V (9-0)
- Adopted Budget Adjustment #1 for 2024-25 Fiscal Year (9-0)
- Denied zoning change for two detached dwelling units at 706 Balleywood Road (9-0)
- Approved zoning change for three residential units at 310 W. Third Street (5-4)
- Denied comprehensive plan amendment for manufacturing use at 2131 E. Irving Blvd (9-0)
- Denied zoning change for restaurant with alcohol sales at 1900 Market Place Blvd (6-3)
- Approved $274,096.60 expenditure for City Hall Parking Garage Repair (9-0)
- Postponed engineering design agreement for water projects to Dec 12 (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including an update on the 2025 Low Income Housing Tax Credit policy and application, a housing plan, proposed cemetery development standards, and the Heritage District mural project community voting results. The council will also receive a legislative update and review the regular agenda. Two executive session items concern real property owned by DFW Airport and economic development negotiations for Project Kent.
- 2025 Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Policy & Application Update
- Heritage District Mural Project Community Voting Update
- UDC Amendments: Proposed Cemetery Development Standards
- Housing Plan Initiatives
- Executive session: Deliberation on real property in Greenview Hills and the Highlands Subdivisions owned by DFW Airport
The Irving City Council held a work session to review agenda items, including a $4.66 million contract for the Lake Carolyn Promenade Phase V, which the city manager noted completes the project under budget. Staff recommended denial for two zoning changes (706 Balleywood Road and 2131 E. Irving Boulevard/2501 E. Shady Grove Road) and approval for several others, but no final votes were taken. One item (water improvement engineering design) was postponed, and one zoning case (2701 E. Grauwyler Road) was postponed to December 12, 2024. The council also discussed the 2025 LIHTC policy, Heritage District Mural Project, and proposed cemetery development standards.
- Reviewed $4,657,777 contract award to Tegrity Contractors for Lake Carolyn Promenade Phase V (no vote, work session)
- Reviewed $274,096.60 expenditure for City Hall parking garage repair with Western Specialty Contractors (no vote)
- Reviewed $60,000 congregate meals agreement extension with VNA (no vote)
- Reviewed $190,000 federal public affairs consulting contract renewal with Hance Scarborough LLP (no vote)
- Postponed water improvement engineering design agreement with Teague, Nall and Perkins Inc. (noted)
- Postponed zoning case 2024-364-ZC at 2701 E. Grauwyler Road to December 12, 2024 (noted)
- Heard staff recommendation to deny zoning change at 706 Balleywood Road (no vote)
- Heard staff recommendation to deny zoning change and comprehensive plan amendment at 2131 E. Irving Boulevard and 2501 E. Shady Grove Road (no vote)
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including water and wastewater improvement contracts, public improvement district assessment plans, software support purchases, and zoning changes. The agenda also features resolutions concerning grant funds, professional services agreements, and property easements.
- Awarding a contract of $2,503,010.00 to A&M Construction and Utilities, Inc. for the Conflans Road Water and Wastewater Improvement Project
- Awarding a contract of $1,542,270.00 to SYB Construction Company, Inc. for the Perry Street Water Improvement Project
- Approving an engineering services agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. in an estimated amount of $500,000.00 for Water and Wastewater TXDOT Relocation
- Consideration of zoning change 2024-251-ZC for property at 5250 N. O'Connor Boulevard, Suite 144
- Purchasing advertising space for the Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau in the amount of $425,000.00
The Irving City Council approved the consent agenda (items 2-24) with a 7-0 vote, postponing item 24 (sewer easement abandonment at 2621 W. Airport Freeway) to the November 7, 2024 meeting. Three zoning changes were approved: a restaurant with on-premises alcohol sales at 5250 N. O'Connor Blvd (7-0), a carport variance at 2816 Riverlake Court (5-2), and a lot width variance at 903 Elwood Road (6-1). All other consent items were adopted unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda items 2-24 (7-0); item 24 postponed to 11/7/2024
- Adopted RES-2024-407 through RES-2024-426 (all unanimous) covering service plans, grants, contracts, and purchases
- Approved $2,503,010 contract to A&M Construction for Conflans Road water/wastewater project (unanimous)
- Approved $1,542,270 contract to SYB Construction for Perry Street water project (unanimous)
- Approved $425,000 for Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau advertising (unanimous)
- Approved zoning change for restaurant with alcohol sales at 5250 N. O'Connor Blvd (7-0)
- Approved carport setback variance at 2816 Riverlake Court (5-2; Cronenwett, LaMorgese opposed)
- Approved lot width variance at 903 Elwood Road (6-1; Bloch opposed)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Irving City Council - Work Session
The City Council will review fiscal year updates from local chambers of commerce and discuss housing plan initiatives. The session includes an executive session to discuss legal advice and economic development negotiations.
- Housing Plan Initiatives preservation presentation
- 2025 Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Policy & Application Update
- FY 2023-24 updates from Irving-Las Colinas and Irving Hispanic Chambers of Commerce
- Economic development negotiations regarding Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Inc., 777 HR ASSOCIATES A, LLC, and 777 HR ASSOCIATES B, LLC
- Economic development negotiations for Project Hampton and Project Armadillo
The Irving City Council held a work session on October 24, 2024, discussing agenda items but taking no formal votes. Council reached consensus to focus housing plan initiatives on preserving single-family homes and continuing the Home Rehabilitation Program, rather than investing in apartment rehab. Several items were postponed or not discussed, including a sanitary sewer easement abandonment and the LIHTC policy update.
- Consensus to focus housing plan on single-family homes, not apartment rehab
- Consensus to limit investor funding to those with allegiance to Irving
- Consensus to continue funding the Home Rehabilitation Program
- Postponed sanitary sewer easement abandonment to November 7, 2024
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss several policy items, including changes to the multifamily licensing and inspection program, new cemetery regulations, potential regulatory changes for data centers, housing plan initiatives, and the 2025 Low Income Housing Tax Credit policy. The council will also review the regular agenda and receive a city operations update. An executive session is scheduled for economic development negotiations under Project Armadillo.
- Multifamily program changes: risk rating system and enforcement strategies
- New cemetery regulations considerations
- Data centers and potential regulatory changes
- Housing Plan Initiatives - Preservation
- 2025 Low Income Housing Tax Credit Policy & Application Update
The Irving City Council held a work session to review upcoming agenda items, including consent agenda items, zoning cases, multifamily program changes, cemetery regulations, and data center regulatory changes. No formal votes were taken during the work session; items were discussed and will be considered at a future regular meeting. Two items (Housing Plan Initiatives and 2025 Low Income Housing Tax Credit Policy) were deferred to future meetings.
- Reviewed consent agenda item 20: extension of economic development incentive agreement with Momans Investments, Inc. for 642 E. Second St.
- Reviewed consent agenda item 33: ordinance to repeal certain municipal court fees established by resolution.
- Reviewed consent agenda item 34: ordinance amending cul-de-sac dead-end requirements for fire apparatus access roads.
- Reviewed consent agenda item 37: bid acceptance of $350,007.00 from Shalom Services Corporation for tax foreclosed property at 2720 Proctor Street.
- Reviewed zoning case 2024-289-CP: amendment to Master Thoroughfare Plan for cul-de-sac width standards.
- Reviewed zoning case 2024-290-UDC: amendment to Unified Development Code for cul-de-sac radius requirements.
- Reviewed ordinance requiring conditional use permit for amusement uses within 500 ft of residential districts.
- Reviewed ordinance creating definitions for card houses and card games, adding standards for card rooms.
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will vote on various municipal contracts, including a $2.5 million concrete repair project. The body is also considering amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding cul-de-sac standards and amusement use permits.
- Bid of $2,500,000.00 to CCGMG, LLC Series B for concrete repair of sidewalks, utility cuts, streets, and alleys
- Settlement agreement with Cristian Lopez-Moreno in the amount of $190,000.00 for a personal injury lawsuit
- Contract renewal with Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc. not to exceed $1,000,000.00 for storm and wastewater systems cleaning
- Sale of tax foreclosed property at 2720 Proctor Street for $350,007.00 to Shalom Services Corporation
- Proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding card rooms and amusement uses within 500 ft. of residential districts
The City Council approved several ordinances, including new zoning regulations for card rooms and amusement uses near residential districts. The council also authorized various city contracts, including a $2.5 million agreement for concrete repairs and a $190,000 settlement for a personal injury lawsuit. Additionally, the council nominated William David Palmer to the Dallas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.
- Approved $2.5M contract for concrete repairs (8-0)
- Approved $190,000 personal injury settlement (8-0)
- Adopted zoning amendments for card rooms with 500 sq. ft. limit (8-0)
- Adopted zoning rules for amusement uses near residential areas (8-0)
- Approved $1M contract for storm and wastewater system maintenance (8-0)
- Approved $350,007 sale of tax-foreclosed property (8-0)
- Nominated William David Palmer to Dallas Central Appraisal District (8-0)
- Adopted 2025-2030 Economic Development Strategic Plan (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (39 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council is meeting to consider and adopt the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget, ratify property tax revenues, and set the 2024 tax rate. The agenda also includes public hearings on new monthly water and sewer rates, drainage utility charges, and various zoning changes, alongside numerous consent items and contracts.
- Adoption of the 2024-2025 City of Irving Fiscal Year Budget and setting the 2024 tax rate
- Public hearing and second reading on new monthly water and sewer rates
- Public hearing and second reading on new schedule of Municipal Drainage Utility System charges
- Change Order No. 1 with Zachry Construction Corporation in the amount of $2,792,861.03 for the Conflans Road Extension Project
- Contract award to Flow-Line Construction, Inc. in the amount of $4,059,290.00 for Skyway Circle North Water and Wastewater Improvements Project
The Irving City Council adopted the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget, ratified the budget with a property tax revenue increase, and set the 2024 tax rate at 0.589100, which is a 14.20 percent increase. The tax rate ordinance passed 7-2, with Councilman LaMorgese's amendment to lower the rate to .539100 failing for lack of a second. The council also approved numerous consent agenda items, including contracts for construction, engineering, and services, and several zoning changes.
- Adopted FY 2024-25 budget (9-0)
- Ratified budget increasing property tax revenues (8-1)
- Set 2024 tax rate at 0.589100, a 14.20% increase (7-2)
- Adopted 2024 tax roll (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 6-52 (9-0)
- Denied comprehensive plan amendment for 4205 W. Pioneer Drive (2-7)
- Approved zoning change at 928 and 930 E. 4th Street (9-0)
- Approved zoning change at 1532 Hux Court (8-1)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including an update from DART, a draft noise ordinance amendment, and a proposed development at Delaware Creek Phase 3. The council will also review the regular agenda and hold executive sessions for legal advice, real property, and economic development negotiations.
- DART update (ID #14952)
- Noise Ordinance Update presentation and draft amendments (ID #14929)
- Delaware Creek Phase 3 Proposed Development (ID #14973)
- Executive session: Legal advice on Cristian Lopez-Moreno vs. City of Irving (ID #14976)
- Executive session: Collective bargaining legal advice (ID #14984)
The Irving City Council held a work session on September 12, 2024, discussing city operations, a DART update, and several agenda items. The council reached consensus to move forward with the proposed noise ordinance changes, maintaining the weekend start time at 7 am. No formal votes were taken during the work session; decisions are expected at a future regular meeting.
- Consensus to move forward with noise ordinance, keeping weekend start at 7 am
- Reviewed Conflans Road Extension change order ($2,792,861.03) for regular agenda
- Reviewed Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce agreement ($319,980) for regular agenda
- Reviewed zoning cases for 928/930 E. 4th St., 4205 W. Pioneer Dr., 1101 N. MacArthur Blvd., 1532 Hux Ct., 3090 Rock Island Rd., 920 S. Belt Line Rd., and 801 S. Jefferson St.
- Discussed Delaware Creek Phase 3 proposed development
- Held executive session on legal, real property, and economic development matters
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council is conducting public hearings to gather taxpayer input on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and tax rate. The council will also consider a resolution expressing intent to adopt the budget on September 12, 2024.
- Public hearing on the 2024-25 City of Irving Fiscal Year Budget
- Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 tax rate of $0.5891 per $100 value
- Resolution to consider adoption of the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget on September 12, 2024
The Irving City Council held a special meeting with public hearings on the 2024-25 budget and proposed tax rate. No one spoke on the budget, but three residents spoke on the tax rate. The council unanimously approved a resolution expressing intent to consider adopting the budget on September 12, 2024.
- Approved resolution to consider 2024-25 budget adoption on Sept. 12 (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings to receive input on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and tax rate. The body will also hold a work session regarding proposed Unified Development Code amendments to regulate card rooms.
- Public hearing on the 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget, which proposes raising total property taxes by $27,531,032 (14.81%) over last year
- Public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-25 tax rate of $0.5891 per $100 valuation
- Work session on UDC amendments to define 'Card Room' and 'Card Game'
- Proposed card room restrictions including a 12,000 square foot size limit and 500-foot separation from schools, religious facilities, or residential districts
- Proposed requirement for card rooms to obtain a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and be located only in C-C Community Commercial and FWY Freeway districts
The Irving City Council held two public hearings on the FY 2024-25 budget and proposed tax rate, with several residents speaking. No votes were taken on these items. The council also discussed proposed standards for card room zoning uses and agreed to continue the discussion at a later meeting.
- Opened and closed public hearing on FY 2024-25 budget
- Opened and closed public hearing on FY 2024-25 proposed tax rate
- Continued discussion on UDC amendments for card room standards
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The Irving City Council is holding a special meeting to deliberate on the appointment of judges to the Irving Municipal Court. This is an executive session under the Texas Open Meetings Act, meaning the discussion will be held behind closed doors. No other items are on the agenda.
- Deliberation on appointments to the Irving Municipal Court
The Irving City Council held a special meeting on September 5, 2024, convening into executive session to deliberate on the appointment of judges to the Irving Municipal Court. No formal decisions or votes were made during the open portion of the meeting, which adjourned after reconvening from the closed session.
- Convened into executive session to discuss municipal court judge appointments
- Reconvened from executive session at approximately 9:10 p.m.
- Adjourned the meeting without any public votes or actions
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024-25 budget and proposed tax rate, and vote on multiple contracts totaling over $30 million, including a $460,000 special election contract and $12.9M in insurance services. The meeting also includes zoning changes for residential and commercial properties, drainage fee updates, and infrastructure projects like wastewater improvements and a new police gun range.
- $460,000 election services contract for November 2024 ballot measure on firefighter collective bargaining
- $12.92M property & casualty insurance renewal with McGriff Insurance Services, Inc.
- $5.78M wastewater improvement project award to SYB Construction Company, Inc.
- $2.5M forensic lab services agreement with Dallas County’s Southwest Institute of Forensic Sciences
- Zoning changes for 4040 Carver St, 2448 Irving Mall, and 7480 N. State Highway 161
The Irving City Council held public hearings on the FY 2024-25 budget and proposed tax rate, but took no action on either. The council approved a 50-item consent agenda, including a $11.7M fiber optic network expansion contract, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions. Notable individual actions included approving a zoning change for a restaurant with alcohol sales at 2448 Irving Mall, denying a zoning change for an accessory dwelling unit at 2509 Brockbank Drive, and postponing a police gun range construction contract to September 12.
- Approved $11,689,352.10 fiber optic network expansion contract (9-0)
- Approved $5,779,362.50 University Hills wastewater improvement contract (9-0)
- Approved $5,220,000.00 animal care campus expansion proposal (9-0)
- Denied zoning change for accessory dwelling unit at 2509 Brockbank Drive (8-1)
- Approved zoning change for restaurant with alcohol sales at 2448 Irving Mall (9-0)
- Approved zoning change for carport variance at 2513 Dunbar Street (6-3)
- Postponed police gun range construction contract to 9/12/2024 (9-0)
- Approved first reading of new drainage charges and water/sewer rates (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session on August 29, 2024, to discuss city operations, regular agenda items, and proposed changes to the Texas Municipal Retirement System cost of living adjustment. Council members will also review data centers in the FWY zoning district, city council rules of procedure, and conduct closed executive sessions for economic development negotiations.
- Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Proposed Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Change
- Data Centers in the FWY Zoning District
- Irving Ethics Code Review
- Economic Development Negotiations - 202 S. Britain Rd.
- Economic Development Negotiations - 222 E Irving Blvd.
The City Council held a work session to review agenda items, zoning requests, and city operations. Council reached a consensus to move forward with a 30% non-retroactive repeating Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for the Texas Municipal Retirement System.
- Consensus reached to move forward with 30% non-retroactive repeating TMRS COLA
- Consensus reached to approve City Council Rules of Procedure changes at a future meeting
- Consensus reached to return to future discussion on Ethics Code lobbyist requirements and campaign contributions
- Postponed Police Department Gun Range contract to September 12, 2024
- Postponed Master Thoroughfare Plan amendment to October 3, 2024
- Postponed Unified Development Code amendment to October 3, 2024
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Municipal Judge position. This item is scheduled for executive session.
- Municipal Judge interviews
The Irving City Council met in special session and convened into executive session under Texas Open Meetings Act § 551.074 to conduct municipal judge interviews. No formal decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting; the council reconvened and adjourned without taking any public action.
- Convened into executive session for municipal judge interviews (unanimous, no vote recorded)
- Reconvened from executive session and adjourned without public action
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The Irving City Council is holding a special meeting to consider adopting Ordinance 2024-10981, which would call a special election on November 5, 2024, for voters to decide whether Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code (collective bargaining) should be adopted for Irving Fire Fighters. The item follows a certified petition and was postponed without a vote on August 15, 2024. The council will also hear citizen comments on agenda items.
- Ordinance 2024-10981: calling a special election on November 5, 2024, on collective bargaining for fire fighters
- Petition certified on June 13, 2024, with requisite signatures
- Previous action: Resolution 2024-231 accepted petitions
- Item postponed without vote on August 15, 2024
- No financial impact
The Irving City Council approved an ordinance calling a special election on November 5, 2024, to let voters decide whether Chapter 174 of the Texas Local Government Code (collective bargaining) should be adopted for Irving Fire Fighters. The motion passed 5-0, with Mayor Stopfer and Councilman Zapanta abstaining. Councilmen Taylor and Webb were absent. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved ordinance calling Nov. 5 special election on firefighter collective bargaining (5-0, 2 abstentions)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Irving City Council - Budget Retreat
The Irving City Council is holding a budget retreat to review the proposed FY 2024-25 budget, including the general fund, tax rate, and various enterprise funds. They will also consider an ordinance to call a November 5, 2024 special election on collective bargaining for firefighters, and a resolution expressing intent to adopt a proposed tax rate of $0.5891 per $100 valuation.
- Ordinance calling special election on November 5, 2024, for collective bargaining for Irving Fire Fighters
- Resolution expressing intent to consider adopting proposed tax rate of $0.5891 per $100 valuation
- General Fund budget proposed at $305.9 million for FY 2024-25
- Discussion of tax rate, with No New Revenue rate at $0.515828 and Voter Approval rate at $0.621178
- Review of water, sewer, drainage, and solid waste fund rates and capital projects
The Irving City Council held a budget retreat to review the FY24-25 budget, including revenues, expenditures, and capital projects. The council adopted a resolution expressing intent to consider the proposed tax rate of $0.5891 per $100 valuation. A special election on collective bargaining for firefighters was postponed without a vote.
- Adopted resolution expressing intent to consider proposed tax rate (9-0)
- Postponed special election on collective bargaining for firefighters (no vote)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to review upcoming agenda items and discuss city operations, code enforcement and police presentations on draft noise ordinance amendments, housing finance corporation research, and collective bargaining. The council will also hear future in focus presentations from the Irving Convention & Visitors Bureau, Police, and Irving Department of Arts & Culture.
- Noise Ordinance Update Presentation by Code Enforcement and Police
- Housing Finance Corporation Research discussion
- Collective Bargaining Discussion
- Future in Focus Presentations: Irving Convention & Visitors Bureau, Police, and Irving Department of Arts & Culture
The Irving City Council held a work session on August 1, 2024, discussing agenda items and receiving updates. Council reached consensus to keep the Housing Finance Corporation (HFC) but inactive, and discussed collective bargaining for the Fire Department, with the City Manager and several council members opposed. No formal votes were taken during the work session; decisions are scheduled for the regular meeting.
- Consensus to keep Housing Finance Corporation inactive
- City Manager asked to draft letter opposing fire collective bargaining
- Councilman Taylor requested more info on School Resource Officer Program at future Public Safety Committee
- Councilman Bloch requested updated Arts and Culture Board bylaws with corrections
- Council discussed reconsidering front yard setback regulations for carports
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will meet to consider a budget adjustment for the 2023-24 fiscal year, school resource officer agreements with local school districts, and federal funding action plans. The agenda also includes multiple infrastructure and drainage contracts, zoning changes, and a tax abatement agreement for Fox Television Stations.
- Budget Adjustment #7 to the 2023-24 Fiscal Year Budget under Ordinance No. 2023-10795
- Contract with Austin Filter Systems, Inc. in the amount of $2,554,183.00 for the Hux Court, Irving Mall Drainage Flume and Jaycee Park Drainage Improvements Project
- Contract with SYB Construction, Inc. in the amount of $2,656,254.66 for the Rebid of the Freeport No. 2 Lift Station Rehabilitation Project
- Emergency construction contract with Cousin's Waterproofing, LLC dba Next Gen Construction in the estimated amount of $744,600.00 for roof replacement at the North Police Station
- Tax Abatement Agreement with Fox Television Stations, LLC, NW Communications of Texas Inc., Fox Stations Sales Inc., New Fox Services LLC, and FoxCorp Holdings, LLC for approximately 5.731 acres at 2203 W. Royal Lane
The Irving City Council approved a consent agenda of 23 items, including a $2.55 million drainage improvements contract, a tax abatement agreement with Fox Television Stations, and a $744,600 emergency roof replacement at the North Police Station. The council also approved a zoning change for a mixed-use development at 900 Byron Nelson Way, denied a comprehensive plan amendment for mid-density residential at 519 Joffre Dr., and approved a temporary use permit for a circus at 3602 W. Airport Freeway. Councilman Dennis Webb was absent.
- Approved $2,554,183 contract to Austin Filter Systems for drainage improvements (8-0)
- Approved tax abatement agreement with Fox Television Stations, LLC (8-0)
- Approved $744,600 emergency roof replacement at North Police Station (8-0)
- Approved zoning change to S-P-2 Mixed Use at 900 Byron Nelson Way (8-0)
- Denied comprehensive plan amendment for mid-density residential at 519 Joffre Dr. (8-0)
- Approved temporary use permit for circus at 3602 W. Airport Freeway (7-1)
- Approved $325,812 CDBG public service allocations to non-profits (7-0-1)
- Withdrew zoning cases at 1221 and 1225 Senter Road at applicant's request (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for federal HUD funds, followed by a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a resolution supporting a reduction in DART sales tax revenues, several construction contracts (including a $4.3 million wastewater project), and multiple zoning changes and variances. The council will also administer oaths to newly elected members and make appointments.
- Resolution supporting reduction in DART sales and use tax revenues
- Contract award to SYB Construction for $4,285,125 for Strait, Seaside, Oceanview Wastewater Improvement Project
- Zoning change for data center at 1301 and 1351 E. John Carpenter Fwy (items 39-40)
- Alcohol distance variances at 114/118 E. Irving Blvd and 1421/1423 W. Shady Grove Rd
- Contract for $1,716,310.20 to A & C Construction for Irving Golf Club cart path replacement
The Irving City Council approved a resolution supporting a reduction in sales and use tax revenues collected by DART, passed unanimously 9-0. The council also approved numerous contracts and zoning changes, denied several zoning and variance requests, and made appointments to the Irving Hospital Authority Board.
- Adopted resolution supporting DART sales tax reduction (9-0)
- Approved $4,285,125 wastewater improvement contract with SYB Construction (9-0)
- Denied alcohol distance variance at 114 and 118 E. Irving Blvd. (1-8)
- Approved zoning change for restaurant with alcohol sales at 5330 N. MacArthur Blvd. (9-0)
- Denied comprehensive plan amendment at 530 N. O'Connor Rd. (9-0)
- Approved alcohol distance variance at 1421 and 1423 W. Shady Grove Rd. (5-4)
- Denied zoning change at 1421 and 1423 W. Shady Grove Rd. (4-5)
- Selected Dennis Webb as Mayor Pro Tem and John Bloch as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to discuss considerations for new cemeteries and an overview of the Homeless Diversion Program. The agenda also includes a legislative update and presentations from the Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Police Department. Citizen comments on agenda items are scheduled.
- Considerations for New Cemeteries (ID # 14770)
- Homeless Diversion Program Overview (ID # 14779)
- Legislative Update (ID # 14670)
- Future in Focus Presentations: Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau, Police
- City Operations Update: Sparks & Stripes Recap, Last Month on ICTN – June
The City Council held a work session to discuss considerations for new cemeteries and a proposed homeless diversion program. No formal votes were taken on these items; Council requested further research on cemetery laws and a detailed presentation from Housing Forward.
- Requested additional research on new state cemetery laws and staff recommendations
- Requested Housing Forward present program details to the Community Services Committee
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold the second public hearing on the 2024-25 fiscal year budget and consider a consent agenda with multiple resolutions and ordinances, including contracts, bond issuances, and zoning changes. The meeting also includes a city operations update and several public hearings on zoning and development items.
- Public Hearing #2 on 2024-25 City of Irving Fiscal Year Budget
- Resolution approving $17,667,445 construction contract for Fleet Maintenance Facility
- Ordinance authorizing up to $130,810,000 in General Obligation Bonds
- Ordinance increasing homestead tax exemption for disabled or 65+ residents
- Zoning change for 2035 W. Airport Freeway to allow indoor amusement
The Irving City Council approved a large package of spending items on June 27, 2024, including up to $130,810,000 in general obligation bonds, $13,800,000 in certificates of obligation, and $28,225,000 in waterworks and sewer revenue bonds. It also approved a $17,667,445 contract for a Fleet Maintenance Facility and a 5-year municipal drainage utility rate plan. Several zoning and land-use requests were denied, including a zoning change at 2035 W. Airport Freeway and an accessory dwelling unit request at 201 E. Vilbig Street, while two items tied to 900 Byron Nelson Way were postponed to August 1, 2024.
- Approved consent agenda items 3-21, pulling item 17 for separate discussion (9-0)
- Adopted budget adjustment #6 to the 2023-24 fiscal year budget (9-0)
- Approved $193,200 agreement with Unmanned Vehicle Technologies for a Sparrowhawk Radar (9-0)
- Approved $17,667,445 contract with Muckleroy & Falls for the Fleet Maintenance Facility (9-0)
- Adopted a 5-year municipal drainage utility rate plan for FY 2024-25 through 2028-29 (9-0)
- Adopted an ordinance increasing the residence homestead tax exemption for disabled persons or those 65 and older (9-0)
- Authorized up to $130,810,000 in general obligation bonds, $13,800,000 in certificates of obligation, and $28,225,000 in waterworks and sewer revenue bonds (9-0 each)
- Denied a zoning change at 2035 W. Airport Freeway from professional office to community commercial (9-0); companion item 23 had no vote
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss city operations, including an update on the Sparks & Stripes 4th of July celebration, and to review the regular agenda. The main item is a series of 'Future in Focus' presentations from the Fire Department, City Attorney's Office, and City Manager's Office. Citizen comments on agenda items are also scheduled.
- Sparks & Stripes 4th of July Celebration Update
- Future in Focus Presentations: Fire Department, City Attorney's Office, & City Manager's Office
- Citizen Comments on Items Listed on the Agenda
- Review of Regular Agenda
The Irving City Council held a work session to review agenda items, including a $437,100 mowing contract, a $138,600 website redesign, bond issuances up to $172.8 million, and zoning cases. No formal votes were taken; several zoning items were postponed to August 2024. Council requested additional information on the drainage utility rate plan and home occupation definitions.
- Reviewed $437,100 mowing contract with Good Earth Corporation
- Reviewed $138,600 website redesign with JesseJames Creative
- Reviewed bond issuances totaling up to $172,835,000
- Postponed zoning case 2023-114-ZC to August 1, 2024
- Postponed CUP 2024-67-CUP to August 1, 2024
- Postponed comprehensive plan amendment 2024-186-CP to August 1, 2024
- Postponed zoning case 2024-109-ZC to August 1, 2024
- Postponed CUP 2024-130-CUP to August 29, 2024
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The Irving City Council is holding a special meeting to canvass the June 15, 2024 runoff election for City Council Place 4 in Single Member District 4, declaring the results and administering the oath of office to the elected council member. The agenda includes citizen comments and a possible executive session. No other substantive business is listed.
- Canvass returns and declare results of June 15, 2024 runoff election for Council Place 4 (between Susan Motley and Luis Canosa)
- Administer statement of elected officer and oath of office to elected Council Member Place 4
- Citizen comments on agenda items
The Irving City Council unanimously approved an ordinance canvassing the June 15, 2024 runoff election results for City Council Place 4, District 4, and declared Luis Canosa the winner. Canosa was then administered the oath of office by the City Secretary. The meeting was procedural and adjourned shortly after.
- Approved ordinance canvassing runoff election results for Place 4 (9-0)
- Administered oath of office to elected council member Luis Canosa
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss city operations, including last month's ICTN activities and storm response, review the regular agenda, and receive a presentation on the Municipal Court and Information Technology. This is a discussion-only meeting; no formal votes are expected.
- Storm response update
- Review of regular agenda
- Future in Focus presentation on Municipal Court & Information Technology
The Irving City Council met in a work session on June 13, 2024, and reviewed nine zoning and Unified Development Code items, but the minutes record no final decisions or votes. Staff presented recommendations on each item, including denial for 4500 and 4700 Plaza Drive and approval for 100 N. MacArthur Boulevard. Two Unified Development Code amendments were postponed to June 27, 2024 at staff's request. The meeting also included a storm response update, departmental presentations, and recognition of Councilman Riddle's nine years of service.
- No final votes recorded; work session review only
- Staff recommended denial for zoning change at 4500 and 4700 Plaza Drive (2024-28-ZC)
- Staff recommended approval for comprehensive plan amendment at 100 N. MacArthur Boulevard (2024-107-CP)
- Staff recommended approval for zoning change at 100 N. MacArthur Boulevard (2024-104-ZC)
- Staff found hardship exists for zoning change at 3143 W. Airport Fwy (2024-145-ZC)
- Staff found no undue hardship for zoning changes at 8001 Mustang Drive, 2609 Edinburgh Street, 2113 Meadow Dale, and 215 E. Airport Freeway
- Data center development standards amendment (2024-187-UDC) postponed to June 27, 2024
- Customary home occupation and auto related business definitions amendment (2024-188-UDC) postponed to June 27, 2024
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold its first public hearing on the 2024-25 fiscal year budget and receive a storm response update. The consent agenda includes several contracts and agreements, and there are multiple zoning cases and a data center development standards amendment for individual consideration.
- Public Hearing #1 on 2024-25 City of Irving Fiscal Year Budget
- Resolution accepting firefighter collective bargaining petition for election
- Contract with Fannin Electric Cooperative ($60,000) for Princeton Booster Pump Station
- Renewal with Big City Crushed Concrete ($200,000) for concrete recycling
- Zoning change for data center development standards (2024-187-UDC)
The Irving City Council approved a zoning change for hotel uses at 4500 and 4700 Plaza Drive (7-1), and approved a residential zoning change with variances at 8001 Mustang Drive (8-0). The council also approved a comprehensive plan amendment and zoning change at 100 N. MacArthur Boulevard, and a zoning change for a senior living facility at 215 E. Airport Freeway. Two Unified Development Code amendments regarding data centers and home occupations were postponed to the June 27, 2024 meeting.
- Approved zoning change for hotel uses at 4500/4700 Plaza Drive (7-1)
- Approved zoning change with variances at 8001 Mustang Drive (8-0)
- Approved comprehensive plan amendment at 100 N. MacArthur Blvd (8-0)
- Approved zoning change for self-storage at 100 N. MacArthur Blvd (8-0)
- Approved zoning change at 3143 W. Airport Fwy (8-0)
- Approved carport variance at 2609 Edinburgh St (6-2)
- Approved carport variance at 2113 Meadow Dale (6-2)
- Postponed data center development standards to June 27 (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Irving City Council - Special Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 10, 2025, to consider a consent agenda with numerous resolutions and ordinances, followed by individual consideration items and zoning cases. Key actions include adopting a position on DART Senate Bill 2118, approving contracts for fire department health screenings, and deciding on several zoning changes and sign variances. The agenda also includes public comments and a public hearing for items 1 through 40.
- Resolution supporting Senate Bill 2118 on DART authority
- Contract with On-Duty Health for fire department screenings up to $250,000
- Zoning change for data center at 300 N. Loop 12 and 505 N. Wildwood Drive
- Zoning change for multifamily at 6201 Colwell Boulevard
- Homeless prevention agreements with Catholic Charities ($114,981), Family Gateway ($69,000), and Irving Cares ($46,000)
The Irving City Council held a special work session to review proposed updates to the Comprehensive Plan, including land use, housing, transportation, and other chapters. Staff presented existing land uses, vacant land, park locations, development trends, a multifamily location analysis, and a proposed land use fiscal impact model. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, with further review of neighborhood and multifamily sections planned.
- Reviewed Comprehensive Plan chapter updates (no vote)
- Discussed redevelopment areas including PUD 6, Irving Mall, and Plymouth Park (no vote)
- Presented land use fiscal impact model (no vote)
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions and ordinances, including a $17.7 million construction contract for a fleet maintenance facility, several zoning changes, and various contracts and purchases. Public hearings will be held for all items on the agenda.
- Construction of Fleet Maintenance Facility for $17,667,445
- Zoning change at 2512 Cantrell Street from R-6 to S-P-2 with variances
- Comprehensive plan amendment at 6801 Colwell Blvd from Business/Office to Traditional Neighborhood
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 16 regarding council approval thresholds
- Agreement with Explorer Pipeline for right-of-way license up to $540,000
The Irving City Council denied a zoning change at 2512 Cantrell Street (8-0) and approved a comprehensive plan amendment and zoning change for a senior independent living facility at 720 N. Britain Road (7-1 each). The council also postponed a zoning case at 8001 Mustang Drive to June 13, 2024 (5-3), and adopted a large consent agenda of contracts and ordinances.
- Denied zoning change at 2512 Cantrell St. (8-0)
- Approved comprehensive plan amendment at 6801 Colwell Blvd. (8-0)
- Approved development plan at 6801 Colwell Blvd. (8-0)
- Approved comprehensive plan amendment at 720 N. Britain Rd. (7-1)
- Approved senior living facility zoning at 720 N. Britain Rd. (7-1)
- Postponed zoning case at 8001 Mustang Dr. to June 13 (5-3)
- Adopted consent agenda items 2-46, including $2.37M wastewater contract and $397K facility assessment
- Postponed fleet maintenance facility construction ($17.67M) and Momans Investments incentive agreement
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the 2024 Resident Survey results, affordable housing and redevelopment land bank policies, a multi-family rehab incentive program, and the RFP process for a mural on the O'Connor Bridge. No formal votes are expected; these are discussion topics to inform future decisions.
- 2024 Resident Survey Results
- Affordable Housing Land Bank Policy Overview
- Redevelopment Land Bank Policy Overview
- Multi-Family Rehab Incentive Program
- O'Connor Bridge Trinity Railway Express (TRE) Mural Project RFP Process
The Irving City Council held a work session to review agenda items, with no formal votes taken. Two items were postponed to future meetings: the Fleet Maintenance Facility Construction Project and the Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Momans Investments. The council also discussed various reports, including the 2024 Resident Survey results and several zoning cases.
- Postponed Fleet Maintenance Facility Construction Project to a future meeting
- Pulled Economic Development Incentive Agreement with Momans Investments for a future meeting
- Discussed increasing Council approval thresholds for finance and taxation
- Reviewed zoning cases, including staff recommendations for approval or denial
- Heard presentation on 2024 Resident Survey results
- Discussed affordable housing land bank policy and multi-family rehab incentive program
Irving City Council - Budget Retreat
The Irving City Council is meeting for a budget retreat. They will canvass the May 4 municipal and bond election results, administer oaths to elected members, and order a runoff for City Council Place 4 in District 4. The agenda also includes a public hearing and ordinance to designate a tax abatement reinvestment zone for a data center project, plus discussions on the FY 2024-25 budget, property tax, and other items.
- Canvass election results and declare winners for City Council Places 4, 6, and 8
- Order runoff election for Place 4 on June 15, 2024
- Public hearing and ordinance to designate 50.0276 acres at 111 Customer Way as Tax Abatement Reinvestment Zone No. 60
- Resolution approving tax abatement agreement with Powerhouse Data LCX, LLC for three data centers (up to 50% abatement for 10 years)
- Discussion of FY 2024-25 preliminary revenue outlook and FY 2023-24 year-to-date summary
The Council certified the results of the May 4 municipal and bond elections and ordered a runoff for City Council Place 4. The Council also designated a new tax abatement reinvestment zone and approved a tax abatement agreement for Powerhouse Data LCX, LLC.
- Approved certification of May 4 municipal election results (9-0)
- Approved certification of May 4 bond election results (9-0)
- Ordered runoff election for City Council Place 4 on June 15, 2024 (9-0)
- Designated 111 Customer Way as Tax Abatement Reinvestment Zone No. 60 (9-0)
- Approved tax abatement agreement with Powerhouse Data LCX, LLC (7-2)
- Reached consensus to move forward with a $1.00/year drainage rate increase
- Reached consensus to remain at current City Hall facility
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to discuss city operations, including an ICTN update, and review the regular agenda. They will receive updates from the Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau. The council will also consider proposed amendments to the purchasing ordinance and discuss economic development negotiations, real estate, and personnel matters in executive session.
- Proposed amendments to the Purchasing Ordinance
- Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce mid-fiscal year update
- ICVB semi-annual update
- Economic development negotiations for Project Gemini
- Real estate negotiations for 200 N. Main Street and 211, 213, 221 E. Irving Boulevard
The Irving City Council held a work session on May 2, 2024, reviewing agenda items but taking no formal votes. Staff presented updates on park projects, including a pool replacement, playground, canoe launch, and theater lighting, as well as several zoning cases. Council reached consensus to move forward with proposed purchasing ordinance amendments. No decisions were made; all items are scheduled for a future regular meeting.
- Consensus to move forward with proposed purchasing ordinance amendments
- Reviewed Woodhaven Church property sale contract ($350,000 plus closing costs)
- Reviewed Lee Park pool replacement construction contract with Fain Group
- Reviewed Southwest Park playground proposal ($446,027)
- Reviewed Trinity View Park canoe launch contract ($710,740)
- Reviewed Arts Center theater lighting upgrade bid ($1,511,161.80)
- Reviewed six zoning cases and an alcohol variance request
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, resolutions, and ordinances, including a $13.8 million bond issuance notice, a property sale to Woodhaven Presbyterian Church, and several construction and service contracts. They will also hold public hearings on zoning changes and an alcohol variance, and take action on the city manager's compensation.
- Resolution authorizing notice of intent to issue up to $13,800,000 in combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation
- Resolution approving sales contract with Woodhaven Presbyterian Church for $350,000 plus up to $30,000 closing costs for property at 3650 N. O'Connor Rd.
- Resolution awarding contract to Tegrity Contractors for $2,457,777 for Lake Carolyn Promenade Phase IV
- Ordinance for zoning change at 101 N. Irving Heights Dr. to allow saw and planing mills and wood manufacturing
- Ordinance for alcohol distance variance at 733 N. Belt Line Rd.
City Council approved a 9% base salary increase for the City Manager and adopted the City of Irving Bike Plan. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and various zoning changes, while denying a multifamily residential zoning request on Colwell Boulevard.
- Approved 9% base salary increase and $15,000 annual deferred compensation for City Manager (9-0)
- Approved City of Irving Bike Plan (6-3)
- Approved $2.46M contract for Lake Carolyn Promenade Project, Phase IV (9-0)
- Approved $1.22M contract for Valley Ranch Parkway West paving improvements (9-0)
- Approved $1.51M for ARPA funded theatre lighting at Irving Arts Center (9-0)
- Approved zoning change for 101 N. Irving Heights Drive (7-1-1)
- Denied zoning change to multifamily residential at 6201 Colwell Boulevard (8-1)
- Approved $350,000 sales contract with Woodhaven Presbyterian Church for property at 3650 N. O’ Connor Rd. (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss several operational and policy items, including a mid-year update from the Chamber of Commerce, rules of procedure, an ethics code review, library collection discussions, and a broadband needs assessment. The council will also enter executive session for economic development negotiations and a personnel matter.
- Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce mid-year update for FY 2023-24
- Review of Irving Ethics Code
- Library collection discussions requested by Mayor Stopfer
- Broadband needs assessment and strategic plan
- Executive session: economic development negotiations (Project Tiger, Project Armadillo) and city manager personnel matter
The Irving City Council held a work session on April 11, 2024, discussing agenda items but taking no final votes. The Council directed staff to indefinitely postpone two zoning cases at 4105 Esters Road (comprehensive plan amendment and zoning change) at the applicant's request. Other items were discussed, including a DART drainage easement agreement, a concrete repair contract renewal, and multiple zoning cases, but no formal decisions were made.
- Directed indefinite postponement of comprehensive plan amendment 2024-87-CP at 4105 Esters Road
- Directed indefinite postponement of zoning change 2023-110-ZC at 4105 Esters Road
- Discussed DART drainage easement purchase for $35,900 (no vote)
- Discussed renewal of concrete repair contract with HD Way Concrete Service, LLC ($1,250,000) (no vote)
- Discussed multiple zoning cases with staff recommendations (no votes taken)
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 11, 2024, to consider a consent agenda with numerous resolutions and ordinances, including a major ordinance adopting water, wastewater, roadway, and drainage impact fees. The council will also vote on several zoning changes and comprehensive plan amendments, as well as various contracts and agreements. Public hearings are scheduled for items 1 through 42.
- Ordinance adopting water, wastewater, roadway, and drainage impact fees
- Resolution approving $784,902 contract to Nema 3 Electric for Twin Wells Park softball lighting
- Resolution approving $1,409,900 design services agreement with Garver for Esters Elevated Storage Tank replacement
- Zoning change at 4105 Esters Road from Regional Commercial to Community Village and Mixed Use
- Economic incentive agreement with Beltline and Grande Limited Partnership up to $300,000 for property at 2522-2678 N. Belt Line Road
The Irving City Council approved a 28-item consent agenda, including contracts for the Mustang Park recreation center, Twin Wells Park lighting, and various maintenance services. The council also approved several zoning changes, including a 6-3 vote to rezone 522 E. Union Bower Road to commercial office, and postponed two items related to 4105 Esters Road indefinitely. All other decisions were unanimous.
- Approved consent agenda items 2-29 (9-0)
- Adopted RES-2024-140 for Mustang Park recreation center CMAR (9-0)
- Adopted RES-2024-141 for Twin Wells Park softball lighting (9-0)
- Adopted ORD-2024-10894 for water, wastewater, roadway, drainage impact fees (9-0)
- Approved zoning change at 522 E. Union Bower Road to commercial office (6-3)
- Approved zoning change at 1110 Hilltop Drive to local commercial (8-1)
- Postponed zoning and plan amendment at 4105 Esters Road indefinitely (9-0)
- Approved special fence plan at 726 Irving Heights Drive (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to discuss several policy items, including a 2024 resident survey, a non-congregate shelter development and RFP, library collections, impact fees, and proposed zoning amendments for accessory dwelling units and cemeteries. The council will also receive updates on the Small Business Recovery and Resiliency Grant Program and a Dallas County affordable housing agreement. The agenda includes executive session items for legal advice on two lawsuits involving hotel properties near DFW Airport.
- 2024 Resident Survey discussion
- Non-Congregate Shelter Development, Operational Costs, and RFP discussion
- Impact Fee and Collection Rate discussion
- UDC Amendments: Proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit Standards
- Dallas County Affordable Housing ARPA Sub-Recipient Agreement Update
In a March 21, 2024 work session, the Irving City Council reached consensus not to move forward with a non-congregate shelter at this time and to use HOME-ARP funds for a domestic violence shelter. Council also reviewed the regular agenda, including zoning cases, a small business grant update, and proposed UDC amendments on accessory dwelling units, which the Mayor asked be sent back to the Planning and Development Committee. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting was a work session and most items were presentations or consensus discussions.
- Consensus: do not move forward with a non-congregate shelter at this time
- Consensus: use HOME-ARP funds for a domestic violence shelter
- Consensus in Transportation and Natural Resources Committee: select Option #3, a one-year contract for an Irving Summit only, for the Bird Advocacy & Consulting event planning item
- Mayor asked Councilman Zapanta to bring accessory dwelling unit UDC amendments back to the Planning and Development Committee
- Zoning case 2024-28-ZC at 4500 and 4700 Plaza Drive postponed indefinitely at applicant's request
- Councilman Taylor submitted an Abstention Affidavit on the ACIS HVAC consent agenda item
- Item 9, new cemetery development standards, was not discussed
- No formal votes were recorded; items were presented for review ahead of the regular meeting
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting impact fees and consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and expenditures, including construction projects, equipment purchases, and service agreements. They will also vote on several zoning changes and a comprehensive plan amendment. The meeting includes routine proclamations, citizens' forum, and appointments.
- Public hearing on adoption of impact fees
- Contract award to Mart, Inc. for $199,150.08 for ADA renovations to Criminal Justice Center Police Department
- Contract award to JM Construction Solutions for $1,117,939.51 for Library Renovations Project
- Purchase of four 2024 Battle Motors LED-2 Rear Loaders for $1,543,886.00
- Zoning change for 3008 Medina Street, 1111 Alexander Street, 2705 Douglas Avenue, 2931 Conflans Road, 4500/4700 Plaza Drive, 4235 W. Airport Freeway, and 3100 E. John Carpenter Freeway
City Council approved various contracts for library renovations, fire apparatus, and road materials. Several zoning changes were adopted, while a comprehensive plan amendment for an industrial site was denied.
- Approved $5.16M purchase for fire apparatus (9-0)
- Approved $4.5M for asphalt, milling, and overlay services (9-0)
- Approved $1.12M for library renovations (9-0)
- Approved $1.54M for four rear loader trucks (9-0)
- Denied zoning change for 3008 Medina Street (9-0)
- Approved zoning change to professional office at 2931 Conflans Road (9-0)
- Denied comprehensive plan amendment to 'Industrial' at 3100 E. John Carpenter Freeway (3-6)
- Adopted 2023 National Electrical Code and Texas Food Establishment Rules (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a feasibility study for a multi-generational community recreation and aquatic center at Mustang Park and an indoor aquatic center at Senter Park. They will also review impact fee ordinance policies, the city's ethics code, and library collections. The meeting includes citizen comments and a review of the regular agenda.
- Feasibility study review for Mustang Park Multi-Generational Community Recreation and Aquatic Center and Senter Park Indoor Aquatic Center
- Discussion on Impact Fee Ordinance Policies
- Irving Ethics Code Review
- Library Collection Discussion
- City Operations Update
The Irving City Council held a work session to review feasibility studies for the Mustang Park Multi-Generational Community Recreation and Aquatic Center and the Senter Park Indoor Aquatic Center. Staff presented budget and operational projections for these facilities. The council also reviewed proposed impact fee ordinance policies, discussed the city's Ethics Code, and examined a list of zoning cases and budget amendments without voting on them.
- Reviewed feasibility study for Mustang Park and Senter Park aquatic centers
- Reviewed proposed impact fee ordinance policies
- Reviewed current Ethics Code and enforcement mechanisms
- Presented Budget Adjustment #4 to 2023-24 Fiscal Year Budget
- Reviewed 14 zoning cases and special fence project plans
- Library Collection Discussion item was not discussed
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and resolutions, including a $2.25 million design contract for the Senter Park Indoor Aquatic Facility and a $4.7 million ARPA-funded design contract for the Mustang Park recreation center. The council will also hold public hearings on 17 zoning cases, including requests for affordable housing at 8000 Walton Blvd and various residential variances. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and a budget adjustment.
- $2,251,472 design contract for Senter Park Indoor Aquatic Facility
- $4,695,250 ARPA-funded design for Mustang Park recreation center
- Affordable housing request at 8000 Walton Blvd
- Zoning change for accessory dwelling unit at 915 Hadrian Street
- Budget adjustment #4 to 2023-24 fiscal year
The Irving City Council approved a consent agenda of 19 items, including a $4.7M architectural design contract for the Mustang Park recreation center and a $2.25M design contract for the Senter Park aquatic facility. In individual consideration, the council voted 5-4 to adopt a resolution of local support for an affordable housing application at 8000 Walton Blvd. Several zoning cases were decided, including approvals, denials, postponements, and one withdrawal.
- Approved $4,695,250 ARPA-funded design contract for Mustang Park recreation center (9-0)
- Approved $2,251,472 design contract for Senter Park aquatic facility (9-0)
- Adopted resolution supporting affordable housing application at 8000 Walton Blvd (5-4)
- Postponed accessory dwelling unit zoning at 915 Hadrian St (9-0)
- Approved zoning with variances at 4604 Biruni St (5-3-1)
- Approved 8-ft metal fence variance at 2013 Spanish Trail (8-1)
- Denied zoning change at 1638 W. Shady Grove Rd (7-2)
- Denied commercial vehicle parking variance at 2723 Grove St (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the development of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a non-congregate shelter, the 2024 Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) application, an update on the O'Connor Bridge TRE Mural Project, and code enforcement enhancements. The council will also review the regular agenda and consider personnel matters in executive session. No final votes are expected at this work session.
- Discussion on developing an RFP for a non-congregate shelter
- Overview of the 2024 Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) application
- Update on the O'Connor Bridge Trinity Railway Express (TRE) Mural Project
- Code enforcement enhancements discussion (previously postponed)
- Executive session on hiring a Municipal Court Judge (vacant position)
The City Council held a work session to review upcoming agenda items, including a proposed May 4, 2024, bond election. Members discussed non-congregate shelter models but reached no consensus on how to proceed. The session included operational updates and a review of several grant agreements.
- No consensus reached on non-congregate shelter model
- Reviewed $647,703.32 expenditure for City Hall cooling tower replacement
- Reviewed rejection of bid proposals for Fleet Maintenance Facility construction manager
- Reviewed termination of CDBG agreement with Helen's Project
- Reviewed CDBG agreement amendments for Visiting Nurse Association of Texas, Salvation Army, and Irving Cares, Inc.
- Discussed ballot language for May 4, 2024 bond election
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing and vote on a resolution to call a bond election for May 4, 2024, along with approving an election services contract with Dallas County. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts and expenditures for city operations, such as cooling tower replacement, generator installations, and a new fire station. Several items involve public hearings, including impact fees and tax abatement guidelines.
- Resolution approving election services contract with Dallas County (up to $300,000) for May 4, 2024 municipal and bond election
- Ordinance calling a bond election on May 4, 2024
- Expenditure of $647,703.32 for cooling tower replacement at City Hall
- Expenditures for generator installations at Lively Pointe Recreation Center ($93,540) and Radio Shop/Traffic Operations ($393,683)
- Public hearing on adoption of impact fees for water, wastewater, roadways, and drainage
The Irving City Council approved a resolution calling a bond election for May 4, 2024, by a 7-2 vote, with Councilmen LaMorgese and Cronenwett opposed. The council also unanimously approved a consent agenda covering 21 items, including contracts for election services, facility improvements, and equipment purchases. Several community development block grant agreements were amended or terminated with 8-0-1 votes, with Councilman Taylor abstaining.
- Approved bond election resolution for May 4, 2024 (7-2)
- Approved election services contract with Dallas County, up to $300,000 (9-0)
- Approved $647,703.32 for City Hall cooling tower replacement (9-0)
- Approved $393,683.00 for generators at Radio Shop and Traffic Operations (9-0)
- Approved CORE Construction as Construction Manager at Risk for new Fire Station No. 8 (9-0)
- Terminated CDBG agreement with Helen's Project (8-0-1, Taylor abstained)
- Approved amendments to CDBG agreements with Visiting Nurse Association, Salvation Army, and Irving Cares (8-0-1 each, Taylor abstained)
- Adopted tax abatement guidelines and criteria (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a City Hall Complex site and space planning study, a recommendation for primary depository bank services, code enforcement enhancements, and a draft impact fee ordinance. The council will also enter executive session for legal advice on a bond election and economic development negotiations for Project Sunflower. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- City Hall Complex Site and Space Planning Discussion (ID # 14366)
- Recommendation for Primary Depository Bank Services (ID # 14358)
- Code Enforcement Enhancements Discussion (ID # 14354)
- Review Draft Impact Fee Ordinance (ID # 14278)
- Executive session: Bond election legal advice and Project Sunflower economic development negotiations
The Irving City Council held a work session on January 25, 2024, reviewing agenda items and discussing the City Hall Complex site and space planning. Council reached consensus to move forward with Financial Model B, which combines a property tax increase and allocation of existing funds, for the proposed May 2024 bond election to finance the facility. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a work session, and items discussed were for future action.
- Consensus to move forward with Financial Model B for city hall financing (property tax increase + existing funds)
- Reviewed $4,535,102.37 landfill cell construction contract with Hammett Excavation, Inc. (consent agenda item 7)
- Reviewed $2,187,000.00 Hunter Ferrell Landfill Maintenance Building contract with A & C Construction, Inc. (consent agenda item 9)
- Reviewed Music Factory lease and incentive agreement amendments (items 10-13)
- Reviewed multiple sign variances and zoning cases (items 22-35), including postponement request for 408 S. Story Road to Feb 22, 2024
- Discussed primary depository bank services, with staff recommending Bank of America
- Discussed draft impact fee ordinance
- Held executive session on bond election legal advice and Project Sunflower economic development negotiations
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions and ordinances, including large contracts for landfill construction, a wastewater master plan update, and various zoning and sign variance cases. Public hearings are scheduled for items 1 through 37, and citizens may address the council on agenda items.
- Awarding $4,535,102.37 contract to Hammett Excavation, Inc. for landfill cell construction and drainage improvements
- Approving $2,187,000.00 contract to A & C Construction, Inc. for Hunter Ferrell Landfill maintenance building and convenience center
- Approving $995,000.00 engineering services agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for wastewater master plan update
- Ordinance calling May 4, 2024 municipal election for City Council Places 4, 6, and 8
- Zoning change for data center at 111 Customer Way (50.21 acres)
The Irving City Council approved a consent agenda including a $4.5M landfill construction contract, a $2.2M landfill maintenance building contract, and a $103K renovation expenditure. The council also approved a zoning change for a data center at 111 Customer Way, despite opposition from nearby residents, and approved several sign variances for the Toyota Music Factory. One zoning case at 2431 Hancock Street failed on initial vote but was postponed to February 22, 2024.
- Approved $4,535,102.37 landfill construction contract to Hammett Excavation (9-0)
- Approved $2,187,000 landfill maintenance building contract to A & C Construction (9-0)
- Approved data center zoning change at 111 Customer Way (9-0)
- Approved Toyota Music Factory plaza structural alteration (9-0)
- Approved digital sign variance for Toyota Music Factory (6-3)
- Approved $995,000 wastewater master plan update with Freese and Nichols (9-0)
- Postponed Hancock Street zoning case to Feb 22 after initial 5-4 failure
- Approved $103,733.82 Criminal Justice Center renovation expenditure (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Irving City Council - Work Session
The Irving City Council is holding a work session to discuss updates to the Library's collection development procedures and a possible amendment to the sign ordinance to allow additional pole signage. The agenda also includes citizen comments, a city operations update, and a review of the regular agenda.
- Discussion of modifications to Library collection development procedures
- Possible amendment to Sign Ordinance regarding pole signs to allow additional signage
- Citizen comments on agenda items
- City Operations Update – December 2023 ICTN recap
The Irving City Council held a work session on January 11, 2024, discussing agenda items and library collection enhancements. The council agreed to move forward with amended pole sign ordinance changes for consideration at the January 25, 2024 meeting. No formal votes were taken during the work session.
- Agreed to move forward with amended pole sign ordinance for Jan. 25 meeting
- Discussed library collection enhancements, including Spanish materials and mature content restrictions
Irving City Council - Regular Meeting
The Irving City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including contracts for fire department services, street and park improvements, and vehicle purchases. A public hearing is scheduled for items 1 through 38, and the council will also vote on a sign variance and a utility easement abandonment.
- Contract with U.S. Energy for unleaded gasoline, diesel, and biodiesel fuels, not to exceed $5,800,000 for two years
- Contract with SYB Construction Company for Carroll Avenue & Delaware Street Improvements, $3,155,499
- Engineering services agreement with Burgess & Niple for Sterling Street Reconstruction design, $367,270
- Sign variance and special sign permit for an electronic sign at 300 N. Loop 12
- Abandonment of a utility easement at 3008 Medina St.
The Irving City Council approved a consent agenda of 34 items, including contracts for street improvements, fire department services, and vehicle purchases. A sign variance for an electronic sign at 300 N. Loop 12 was approved, and the city cast its vote for Brett Franks to the Dallas Central Appraisal District board. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with Mayor Stopfer and Councilman Riddle absent.
- Approved $3,155,499 contract to SYB Construction for Carroll Avenue & Delaware Street Improvements (7-0)
- Approved $367,270 engineering agreement with Burgess & Niple for Sterling Street Reconstruction design (7-0)
- Approved $96,000 consulting agreement with John J. Duncan for EBT scanning for fire employees (7-0)
- Approved $200,000 consulting agreement with On-Duty Health for fire employee health screenings (7-0)
- Approved $5,800,000 fuel contract with U.S. Energy for two years (7-0)
- Approved sign variance and special sign permit for electronic sign at 300 N. Loop 12 (7-0)
- Cast city's vote for Brett Franks to Dallas Central Appraisal District board (7-0)
- Rejected all bids for Lake Carolyn Promenade Project (7-0)