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North Richland Hills public meetings in 2020

61 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 14, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves zoning changes and multiple municipal contracts

City Council approved a consent agenda covering various software, hardware, and maintenance contracts. The council also approved two zoning requests, including a residential change at 8404 Franklin Court and a planned development revision for City Point.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Dec 7, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Board

Parks board to hear Linda Spurlock Park renovation update

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet via video conference. They will consider approving minutes from October and receive updates on the Linda Spurlock Park renovation, NRH2O water park, capital projects, and maintenance. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Dec 3, 2020 · 7:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider revised special use permit for restaurant at 7100 Rufe Snow Drive

The North Richland Hills Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a revised special use permit for a quick service restaurant at 7100 Rufe Snow Drive. They will also consider a replat of two lots at 7600 Hewitt Street. The meeting includes public comments and approval of previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves replat and special use permit

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a replat for Hewitt Estates and a revised special use permit for a quick service restaurant. The meeting was held via Webex due to a state disaster declaration.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Nov 19, 2020 · 7:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Public hearings on zoning changes for Franklin Court and City Point

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning requests: a change from AG to R-2 at 8404 Franklin Court and a revision of the Nonresidential Planned Development for City Point (50.67 acres). The commission will also consider three plat amendments: an amended plat at 7909 Odell Street, an amended plat in the 7500 block of Reis Lane, and a final plat at 3516 Tourist Drive. Minutes from the October 15 meeting will be approved.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves zoning changes and plats for City Point and residential areas

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two zoning changes and three amended or final plats. One item was approved with conditions. A chair member abstained from one vote due to a conflict of interest.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Nov 16, 2020 · 8:30 AM

City Council

City Council to canvass Nov. 3 special election results

The City Council will meet in a special session to approve Resolution No. 2020-043, which canvasses the results of the November 3, 2020 Special Election. No other substantive business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council canvasses Nov. 3 election, approves $49.9M bond for streets and trails

The City Council approved Resolution 2020-043, canvassing the results of the November 3 special election. Voters authorized $49,875,000 in general obligation bonds for streets, roads, sidewalks, trails, and related infrastructure. The resolution passed 6-0.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Nov 9, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

City Council to approve $231,200 city‑wide contractor services contract

The North Richland Hills City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including large procurement contracts and policy resolutions. It will also review final plat requests for the City Point Addition development. Additional resolutions address investment policy, banking services, and 9‑1‑1 program funding. The meeting includes a public hearing on the development plats and an executive session for confidential matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approved police reserve program and development plats

The city council unanimously approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts and policies, adopted final plats for City Point phases 2 and 3, and established a new police reserve program. Council also approved a resolution nominating Tyson Prepared Foods for an enterprise zone designation and renewed an agreement for the North Texas Anti-Gang Center.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Oct 26, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider zoning change for 7625 Glenview Drive

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a request from 7625 Glenview Drive TX LLC to rezone 3.517 acres at 7625 Glenview Drive from commercial to nonresidential planned development. The council will also consider a related replat of the same property, a speed limit change on Davis Boulevard, a traffic signal agreement at Iron Horse Boulevard and Boulder Drive, and the purchase of IT hardware and software not to exceed $750,100. Additionally, executive session will address economic development negotiations for City Point Development at 4400 and 4401 City Point Drive. The meeting includes routine consent agenda and citizen comments.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves speed limit changes, traffic signal, and software purchases

The City Council approved a permanent 45 mph speed limit on Davis Boulevard, authorized a traffic signal at Iron Horse Boulevard and Boulder Drive, and approved software and hardware purchases from Red River Technology. The council also approved a zoning change and replat at 7625 Glenview Drive.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Oct 15, 2020 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider final plats for City Point Addition Phases 2 and 3

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public comments and approve minutes from October 1. The main action is considering final plat requests from MM City Point 53 LLC for two phases of the City Point Addition: Phase 2 (21.522 acres at 4401 City Point Drive) and Phase 3 (5.897 acres at 4201 City Point Drive). A planning director report and possible executive session are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Approved final plats for City Point Addition phases 2 & 3

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two final plats for the City Point Addition, phases 2 (21.522 acres at 4401 City Point Drive) and 3 (5.897 acres at 4201 City Point Drive), each with conditions from the Development Review Committee. Both motions passed 6-0. The commission also approved the October 1, 2020 meeting minutes.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Oct 12, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to discuss converting Fossil Creek Park field into mountain bike pump track

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss converting Field #1 at Fossil Creek Park into a "pump track" for mountain bike use. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with numerous equipment purchases totaling over $900,000, including police vehicles, trucks, and library automation. An executive session is planned for legal advice on a pending lawsuit and personnel matters regarding the city manager and city attorney.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved various equipment purchases and a public information resolution.

The City Council approved the consent agenda including several vehicle and software purchases. They also passed a resolution designating methods for submitting public information requests.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Oct 5, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Board

Parks board to consider amending park ordinances and rules

The Parks and Recreation Board will vote on a recommendation to amend Article 1 of Chapter 62 of the city code and park rules, forwarding it to City Council. The board will also hear annual presentations from youth sports associations and an update on Walker's Creek Park Athletic Complex management. Department updates include NRH2O, capital projects, and maintenance operations.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Oct 1, 2020 · 7:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Zoning change and replat for 7625 Glenview Drive

The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 3.517 acres at 7625 Glenview Drive from C-1 Commercial to NR-PD Nonresidential Planned Development. A related replat of the property into Lots 7R1 and 7R2 is also under consideration. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Approved zoning change to NR-PD at 7625 Glenview Drive (4-0)

The Commission approved a zoning change from C-1 (Commercial) to NR-PD (Nonresidential Planned Development) for 3.517 acres at 7625 Glenview Drive. They also approved a replat of the same property into lots 7R1 and 7R2 with conditions from the Development Review Committee. Both motions passed 4-0.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Sep 28, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to approve settlement with Atmos Energy on 2020 rate review

The North Richland Hills City Council will consider several contract approvals, a zoning change request, and a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy. Items include purchases for library carpet replacement, ambulance equipment, firefighting gear, and professional services for utility risk assessments. The council will also hold a public hearing on a zoning change from agricultural to single‑family residential at 8416 Franklin Court.

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✓ Decided: North Richland Hills City Council approves zoning change and various city contracts

The City Council approved a zoning change for 8416 Franklin Court to allow a new residence. Additional actions included approving several consent agenda items, professional services agreements, and an ordinance regarding Atmos Energy Corp.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Sep 24, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Board to consider variance for accessory building at 7304 Briley Drive

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Reza Saif for a permanent accessory building at 7304 Briley Drive. The board will also consider approving minutes from its May 28, 2020 meeting. The meeting is conducted virtually due to COVID-19, with public participation via video conference or written comment.

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✓ Decided: Board approved garage variance at 7304 Briley Drive (5-0)

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a permanent accessory building at 7304 Briley Drive, allowing the applicant to construct a garage. The board also approved the minutes from the May 28, 2020 meeting with a 4-0-1 vote.

4301 City Point Drive
Thu Sep 17, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Public hearing on zoning change from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential at 8416 Franklin Court

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 0.23 acres at 8416 Franklin Court from Agricultural (AG) to Single-Family Residential (R-2). The commission will also consider an amended plat for Parkside Place at 5600 Wynwood Drive and a final plat for the Woodbert Addition Phase II at 8136 Woods Lane. The meeting will be conducted virtually due to COVID-19 precautions.

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✓ Decided: Planning commission approves three development and zoning requests

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved an amended plat for Parkside Place, a final plat for Woodbert Addition Phase II, and a zoning change from agricultural to single-family residential. The chair abstained from one item due to a conflict of interest.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Sep 14, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Council considers zoning variance, City Point plat, and two municipal bond issuances.

The North Richland Hills City Council will approve routine administrative items and two vendor contracts for city operations. The council will hold public hearings on a residential plat and an alcohol sales variance for a property on Mid-Cities Boulevard. The council will also consider ordinances to authorize Series 2020 municipal bonds and tax-revenue certificates, which provide financing for city projects.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves bonds and alcohol variance

The City Council approved the sale of tax and waterworks revenue certificates and general obligation bonds for local infrastructure projects. They also approved a variance for alcohol sales near Birdville High School with specific transfer conditions.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Aug 24, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to approve up to $76,713 for PPE and consider a zoning change request.

The council will vote on items on the consent agenda, including authorizing a purchase of personal protective equipment up to $76,713 and approving a memorandum of agreement with Arlington for overtime reimbursement. It will also consider a zoning change request from Sage Group Inc. to rezone two parcels at 8616 Davis Boulevard and 8612 Precinct Line Road from C‑1 to NR‑PD. Additional items include a final plat request for Thornbridge North Phase 2 at 8145 Precinct Line Road and routine approvals such as meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves zoning change and final plat for Thornbridge North

The City Council approved a zoning change for a 2.4-acre commercial development at Davis Boulevard and Precinct Line Road and approved the final plat for 17 single-family homes at Thornbridge North Phase 2. The meeting was conducted via Webex video conference.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Aug 20, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider final plat for City Point Addition Phase 1

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a remote meeting due to COVID-19. They will consider a request from Ion Design Group for a final plat of City Point Addition Phase 1, a 22.5353-acre tract at 4400 City Point Drive. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 6 meeting and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Approved final plat for 22.5-acre City Point Addition Phase 1

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat for City Point Addition Phase 1, a 22.5353-acre development at 4400 City Point Drive, submitted by Ion Design Group. The approval passed 7-0 with conditions from the Development Review Committee. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6, 2020 meeting. No public comments were made.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Aug 17, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider 2020 tax rate and fiscal year budgets

The North Richland Hills City Council will meet via video conference to discuss several financial items. The agenda includes the adoption of a new tax rate and various budget adjustments.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves 2020 tax rate and budgets

The City Council approved the 2020 tax rate and the fiscal year 2020/2021 budget. The tax rate is $0.5757 per $100 of valuation, a 0.65% increase from the previous year. The total budget is $125.9 million.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Aug 13, 2020 · 6:40 PM

Crime Control and Prevention District Board

Public hearing on revised and proposed crime control budgets

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will hold a public hearing on a revised 2019/2020 budget and the proposed 2020/2021 budget, and consider adoption. The board will also vote on minutes from previous meetings. The meeting is held via video conference due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2020-2021 crime district budget with $123,135 reduction

The board approved the revised 2019/2020 budget and the proposed 2020/2021 budget, which includes a $123,135 reduction due to two positions moving to the general fund. The meeting was conducted via Webex video conference.

4301 City Point Drive
Thu Aug 13, 2020 · 6:30 PM

Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation

Public hearings on revised and proposed operating and capital budgets

The Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation will hold public hearings on the revised 2019/2020 budget and the proposed 2020/2021 operating and capital projects budgets, then vote to adopt them and recommend approval by the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of the August 26, 2019 meeting minutes and citizen comment periods.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2020/2021 budgets and elects interim chair

The board elected Rita Wright Oujesky as interim chair and approved the revised 2019/2020 operating budget and the proposed 2020/2021 operating and capital projects budgets. All actions passed with a 5-0 vote.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Aug 13, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Public hearings on budget and proposed tax rate for FY 2020-2021

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2019/2020 Revised Budget and Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Proposed Budget, as well as on the Tax Year 2020 (Fiscal Year 2020/2021) Proposed Tax Rate. The meeting is conducted via video conference due to COVID-19, with remote participation options for citizens.

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✓ Decided: Council held public hearings on 2020/2021 budget and tax rate

The City Council held public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 proposed budget and the Tax Year 2020 proposed tax rate. No public comments were received during the hearings. The meeting adjourned without taking final action on the items.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Aug 10, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider $49.9M street bond election for November 2020

City Council will consider a resolution calling a special election on November 3, 2020 for up to $49,875,000 in bonds for streets, sidewalks, trails, and drainage. Other items include final plats for two properties and agreements with Tarrant County for PID assessment services. The meeting is held via video conference due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves special election for $49.8M in street and drainage improvements

City Council approved a resolution for a special election on November 3, 2020, to authorize General Obligation Bonds up to $49,875,000 for infrastructure projects. The council also approved two final plats for residential and park properties and authorized tax collection contracts with Tarrant County.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Aug 6, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Public hearing on zoning change to NR-PD at Davis Blvd and Precinct Line Rd

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request from Sage Group Inc to rezone 2.4 acres at 8616 Davis Boulevard and 8612 Precinct Line Road from C-1 (Commercial) to NR-PD (Nonresidential Planned Development). They will also consider a final plat for Thornbridge North Phase 2, a 5.007-acre subdivision at 8145 Precinct Line Road from Beaten Path Development LLC. The meeting will be conducted via video conference due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: Zoning change for auto repair site approved with conditions

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for a car wash and auto repair site at 8616 Davis Boulevard. The vote was 5-1 with one member opposing. The commission also approved a final plat for a residential development with conditions.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Aug 3, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Board

Board to consider converting Fossil Creek Park field to pump track

The Parks and Recreation Board will vote on recommending conversion of Field #1 at Fossil Creek Park into a mountain bike pump track and forward the proposal to City Council. The Board will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, and receive updates on Linda Spurlock Park renovation, Fossil Creek Mountain Bike Trails, and the FY 2021 operating and capital budgets for the Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Aug 3, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Council to set tax rate public hearing for August 13

The council will submit the July 24, 2020 appraisal roll and certified collection rates. They will also set August 13, 2020 as the date for a public hearing on the proposed tax rate and schedule a vote on tax rate adoption for the August 17 meeting. The meeting is held via video conference due to COVID-19, with options for public comment by email or phone.

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✓ Decided: City Council sets Aug 13 tax rate hearing, advances proposed rate $0.5757 (3-2)

City Council voted 3-2 to set August 13, 2020 as the date for a public hearing on the proposed tax rate of $0.5757 per $100 valuation and to place tax rate adoption on the August 17, 2020 meeting agenda. An earlier motion to set a hearing on a $0.572 rate failed 2-3. Council also received the certified appraisal roll and collection rates from Tarrant Appraisal District, with no action required. Mayor Trevino expressed concerns about relying on reserves amid COVID-19 revenue losses.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Jul 27, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Public hearing on updating water/wastewater impact fees

The City Council will hold a public hearing on updating water and wastewater impact fees and amending regulations. It will also consider ordinances correcting a fee schedule and abandoning a water line easement, a professional services agreement for the Glenview Drive East Project ($377,840.60), and a resolution to issue up to $2,075,000 in certificates of obligation. Other items include tax rate calculations, budget public hearing dates, and appointments to boards and the municipal court.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes notice for $2.31M in bonds for road and signal projects

City Council approved Resolution 2020-029 to publish a notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation up to $2,310,000 for Iron Horse Boulevard reconstruction and Hightower/Davis Boulevard signalization. The Council also approved an engineering design agreement for the Glenview Drive East project ($377,840.60), abandoned a water line easement with Birdville Independent School District, designated tax rate calculation officers, and set August 13 public hearing dates for revised and proposed budgets. All votes were 5-0. No action was taken on an alternative voter-approval tax rate calculation option.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Jul 16, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Zoning change request at 7600 Hewitt St heads to public hearing

The North Richland Hills Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 1.0 acre at 7600 Hewitt Street from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to R-2 (Single-Family Residential). The commission will also consider two final plats: a 1.61-acre lot at 4801 Rufe Snow Drive and a 14.46-acre addition at 6400 Glenview Drive. Administrative items include approving June minutes and electing officers. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: Unanimously denied rezoning at 7600 Hewitt Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request to rezone 7600 Hewitt Street from R-1 to R-2 single-family residential after multiple neighbors spoke in opposition. Two final plats were approved with conditions: a 1.61-acre lot at 4801 Rufe Snow Drive (Parkridge Estates) and a 14.46-acre city park at 6400 Glenview Drive (Linda Spurlock Park Addition). Officers were also elected unanimously: Justin Welborn as Chair, Jerry Tyner as Vice Chair, and Kathy Luppy as Secretary.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Jul 13, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider $3.86M street improvements, pistol trade-in, custodial contract

The City Council will hold a work session on the FY 2020-21 budget and enter executive session on litigation and personnel. The regular meeting includes public hearings on a revised special development plan for Spanos Iron Horse and a budget amendment. Consent items cover a replat, a police pistol trade-in for $128,769, and a custodial supplies contract for $136,410. General items include a $3.86 million reimbursement for street improvements and a $168,172.50 change order for Iron Horse Golf Course.

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✓ Decided: Council approves revised development plan for Spanos Iron Horse

City Council approved a revised special development plan for a multifamily and commercial project on Iron Horse Boulevard. The council also amended the FY 2019-2020 budget to fund street improvements and authorized several equipment and supply purchases.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Jun 22, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to discuss Urban Trails development plan at Mid Cities and Holiday Lane

The council will hold a work session to discuss a special development plan for the 10.92-acre Urban Trails Beaten Path project at Mid Cities Boulevard and Holiday Lane. During the regular meeting, they will consider consent agenda items including a three-year armored car contract with Brink's for up to $85,000, a lease purchase of golf carts for Iron Horse Golf Course for $645,637.44, and a GPS software license for $112,896. They will also vote on a contract for renovations at Linda Spurlock Park for $882,500 and a resolution to approve the 2020 Annual Service Plan Update for the City Point Public Improvement District.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $882,500 Linda Spurlock Park renovation contract

City Council approved a consent agenda and several resolutions unanimously (7-0). Key actions include authorizing an $882,500 contract for Linda Spurlock Park renovation, a power supply agreement through TCAP, and the annual service plan for the City Point Public Improvement District. Council also appointed members to numerous boards and commissions.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Jun 18, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider replat of 0.341 acres at 3921 Lochridge Court

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a virtual meeting due to COVID-19. The main item is a replat request (RP 2020-09) from Realsearch of Texas LLC for a 0.341-acre lot at 3921 Lochridge Court. The commission also will approve minutes from the June 4, 2020, meeting and may enter executive session.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves replat for 3921 Lochridge Court

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a replat request for a 0.341-acre lot in the Glenwyck Villas Addition. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 4, 2020, meeting.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Jun 8, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider $814,740 Northeast Parkway extension contract

The City Council will consider multiple consent agenda items including contracts for manhole repairs, street maintenance, and advertising for the water park. Public hearings are scheduled for a zoning change at 8320 Davis Boulevard, a revised special development plan for Spanos Iron Horse, a brewpub special use permit, and a revised plan for Urban Trails. A major item is the award of an $814,740 contract for the Northeast Parkway Extension project.

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✓ Decided: City Council denies zoning change for senior living development

City Council denied a request to rezone 3.93 acres at 8320 Davis Boulevard from agricultural to residential planned development for a 55-unit senior living complex. The council also approved several public works contracts and water park agreements via a consent agenda.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Jun 4, 2020 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider replat of lot at 5359 Northridge Boulevard

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting via video conference due to COVID-19. The main item is a request from Texas Surveying Inc. to replat a 0.208-acre lot at 5359 Northridge Boulevard. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear a planning director report.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves replat at 5359 Northridge Boulevard (7-0)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a replat of Lot 1R1, Block 1-R, Northridge Addition (0.208 acres at 5359 Northridge Boulevard) with conditions outlined in Development Review Committee comments, voting 7-0. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 21, 2020 meeting. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions occurred.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Thu May 28, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Variance for wall at 8800 Mid-Cities Blvd and refuse containers at 3732 Rufe Snow Dr.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first seeks a variance to masonry screening wall requirements at 8800 Mid-Cities Boulevard. The second requests a variance to outdoor refuse container regulations at 3732 Rufe Snow Drive. The meeting is conducted via video conference due to COVID-19, with public participation via email or appearance cards.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two variance requests for property owners

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests: one for a masonry screening wall at 8800 Mid-Cities Boulevard and another for outdoor refuse containers at 3732 Rufe Snow Drive. The board also approved the minutes from a previous meeting.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Tue May 26, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider interlocal agreement for COVID-19 relief funds

The City Council will consider an interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for the allocation of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Relief Fund money. The meeting is conducted by video conference due to the pandemic, with public participation allowed via online registration.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu May 21, 2020 · 5:30 PM

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

Semiannual impact fee program capital improvements plan review

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will consider the semiannual report on the impact fee program's capital improvements plan, which includes a correction to the wastewater meter unit equivalent. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the June 20, 2019 meeting. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu May 21, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider revised brewpub special use permit at 7924 Maplewood Ave

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three revised development requests: a special use permit for a brewpub at 7924 Maplewood Avenue, a revised special development plan for Spanos Iron Horse on Iron Horse Boulevard, and a revised special development plan for Urban Trails at Mid Cities Boulevard and Holiday Lane. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 7 meeting. Due to COVID-19, the meeting is conducted via teleconference with no public access to City Hall.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves three development plans and special use permit

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a revised special use permit for a brewpub at 7924 Maplewood Avenue, a revised special development plan for Spanos Iron Horse, and a revised special development plan for Urban Trails. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon May 18, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider zoning changes at Weyland Drive and Davis Boulevard

The City Council will meet via video conference due to COVID-19. Public hearings are scheduled for two zoning changes: a 1.6-acre property at 1500 Weyland Drive from C-1 to NR-PD, and a 3.93-acre property at 8320 Davis Boulevard from AG to R-PD. The consent agenda includes a grant application for bulletproof vests, contracts for public safety supplies up to $145,000, and a change order for the Walker Branch Interceptor Project for $239,508.84. Other items include amendments to penalties for COVID-19 disaster declaration and door-to-door solicitation moratorium, and an interlocal agreement for COVID-19 relief fund allocation.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves zoning change for new Tru by Hilton hotel

City Council approved a zoning change to allow a 84-room Tru by Hilton hotel at 1500 Weyland Drive. A request for a senior living complex at 8320 Davis Boulevard was continued. Several administrative contracts and a grant application were approved via the consent agenda.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon May 11, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider denying Oncor rate adjustment request

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a video conference meeting due to COVID-19. Key actions include a resolution to deny Oncor's application to amend its distribution cost recovery factor, a public hearing on a special use permit for a solar array, a zoning change request, and a professional services agreement for a flood study. Council will also appoint Mayor Pro Tem, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, and Associate Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term.

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✓ Decided: Council denied Oncor's $75.9M rate increase request (6-0)

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a replat, final plat, flood study agreement, and fuel contract transfer. They approved a special use permit for a ground-mounted solar array at 7325 Chapman Drive subject to fence replacement, a zoning change from agricultural to residential at 7521 Kirk Road, a final plat for the same property, and a replat for Cool Air Automotive with a variance. The Council passed Resolution No. 2020-022 denying Oncor's request for a $75.9 million distribution revenue increase, keeping current rates in place. They also selected Scott Turnage as Mayor Pro Tem, Tito Rodriguez as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, and Mason Orr as Associate Mayor Pro Tem for one-year terms.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu May 7, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning commission to consider special use permit for solar array on Chapman Drive

The North Richland Hills Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a remote meeting via video conference due to COVID-19. They will consider final plats, a replat, and public hearings on zoning changes and a special use permit for a ground-mounted solar array. Items include rezoning requests for residential and commercial planned developments.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves zoning changes and plats, denies one request

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several zoning changes and final plats, including a residential development at 7521 Kirk Road and a solar array at 7325 Chapman Drive. However, the request to rezone 8320 Davis Boulevard from agricultural to residential planned development was denied.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon May 4, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council considers local disaster declaration and solicitation moratorium

The City Council will meet via telephone and video conference to consider emergency measures. The agenda includes a declaration of local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a temporary moratorium on door-to-door solicitation.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Apr 27, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on 2.5% salary cut for city employees due to COVID-19

The North Richland Hills City Council meets virtually due to COVID-19. They will consider a 2.5% salary reduction for civil service, general service, and contract employees for the remainder of the fiscal year. Other items include replats, a food service purchase agreement, and a software maintenance payment.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Apr 20, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider declaring local disaster due to COVID-19

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss and potentially declare a local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to consider suspending the requirement to hold regular city council meetings at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be conducted remotely, with public participation by telephone and written comments.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Apr 16, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to discuss COVID-19 disaster declaration and suspending 7 p.m. meeting requirement

The North Richland Hills City Council holds a special called meeting to discuss a declaration of local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a proposal to suspend the requirement that regular meetings be held at 7:00 p.m. Public participation is allowed by phone or written comment due to the health emergency. The council may also enter executive session for legal advice.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Apr 13, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Council to declare local disaster due to COVID-19 pandemic

The City Council will consider declaring a local disaster due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The consent agenda includes contracts for traffic signal software ($193,375), auto body repairs ($90,000), a replat of 2.132 acres, and an interlocal agreement for digital library resources.

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✓ Decided: City Council extends local disaster declaration due to COVID-19

City Council approved the sixth amended local declaration of disaster due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, extending it until April 30, 2020. The council also approved a consent agenda including several city contracts and a replat extension.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Apr 9, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council holds special meeting regarding local disaster declaration

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address the declaration of a local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda includes provisions for citizen presentations and public comments via telephonic means.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Apr 6, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider local disaster declaration for COVID-19

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a special called meeting on April 6, 2020, to consider a declaration of local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as authorized by city ordinance and state law. Public participation is allowed via written comment and telephonic remarks due to the health emergency.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Apr 2, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider COVID-19 local disaster declaration

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a declaration of local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as authorized by city code and state law. The agenda also includes citizens' presentations and public comments, and the council may enter executive session for legal advice.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Mar 30, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider declaring local disaster due to COVID-19 pandemic

The North Richland Hills City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a declaration of local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as authorized by city code and state law. The meeting allows public participation by phone and written comments via email. The council may also enter executive session for legal advice.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Mar 26, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider declaration of local disaster due to COVID-19 pandemic

The North Richland Hills City Council will consider declaring a local disaster due to the COVID-19 pandemic under state law and city code. It will also consider Ordinance 3642 to amend rules of procedure for selecting a Deputy Mayor Pro Tem. The meeting is held by telephonic means due to the public health emergency.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Mar 23, 2020 · 7:00 PM

City Council

Council to continue COVID-19 disaster declaration, vote on engineering contracts

The North Richland Hills City Council will consider continuing the local disaster declaration due to COVID-19. The consent agenda includes several professional services agreements for engineering design, totaling over $700,000, for traffic signals, pump station rehabilitation, and flood study. A public hearing is set for a zoning change at 5149 Jennings Drive. The council will also consider resolutions for police grant programs and moving the May 2 special election to November 3, 2020.

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✓ Decided: Council continues COVID-19 disaster declaration, moves May election to Nov.

The City Council approved a continuation of the local disaster declaration due to COVID-19 until April 13, 2020, and moved the May 2 special election to November 3, 2020. Council also approved a zoning change at 5149 Jennings Drive from duplex to single-family, accepted the FY2019 audited financial report, and authorized three COPS grant applications for law enforcement programs. Multiple professional services agreements were approved for infrastructure design projects including a traffic signal, pump station, and flood study. Council discussed but did not vote on adding a Deputy Mayor Pro Tem position.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Fri Mar 20, 2020 · 8:30 AM

City Council

Council to extend local COVID-19 disaster declaration

The City Council will vote on Resolution No. 2020-14 to continue and amend the Mayor's existing local disaster declaration due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This special meeting also includes standard procedural items such as a call to order, invocation, pledge, and opportunities for public comments.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Mar 5, 2020 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Zoning change from duplex to single-family at 5149 Jennings Drive

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 0.20 acres at 5149 Jennings Drive from R-4-D Duplex to R-1 Single-Family Residential. They will also consider two replat requests: a 0.642-acre lot at 6805 Meadow Road and a 0.461-acre lot at 8309 Sayers Lane. Minutes from the February 20, 2020, and corrected minutes from December 19, 2019, meetings are scheduled for approval.

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✓ Decided: Planning commission approves three zoning and replat requests

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting and three development requests: a replat for Morgan Meadows Addition, a replat for Woodbert Addition, and a zoning change for Richland Oaks Addition. All actions passed with a 7-0 vote.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Mar 2, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider canceling May 2 general election due to unopposed candidates

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss major and residential street priorities and recommendations for an upcoming bond election voter guide, as well as use of remaining prior bond funds. In executive session, they will consult with the city attorney on a pending lawsuit (Amanda Pennington v. City) and deliberate on economic development negotiations for 9001 Airport Freeway. The regular meeting includes consent items such as plat approvals, amendments to anti-gang center contracts increasing salaries (analyst to $75,032.50, administrator to $151,963.90), and a resolution to cancel the May 2 general election if candidates are unopposed.

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✓ Decided: City Council cancels May 2 general election due to unopposed candidates

City Council approved the cancellation of the May 2, 2020 General Election because candidates ran unopposed, though a special election for $49.875 million in street bonds will still proceed. The council also approved several land plats and economic development agreements.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Feb 24, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to discuss street priorities for bond election voter guide

The City Council will hold a work session to review the quarterly financial report, an update on Iron Horse Golf Course clubhouse and grounds improvements, and major and residential street priorities for an upcoming bond election voter guide. The regular meeting includes public hearings on a budget amendment and the 46th Year Community Development Block Grant Program, along with approvals for library materials ($155,430), an ambulance purchase ($338,937), cybersecurity services, and grant applications.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $2.12M budget amendment for park, ambulance, IT, Loop 820

The City Council approved the consent agenda items, including a library purchase up to $155,430, with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved Ordinance No. 3640 amending the FY 2019‑2020 budget, allocating $2,121,921 for park improvements, an ambulance replacement, IT security purchases, and the Loop 820 redevelopment, also by a 6‑0 vote. Additional actions approved by unanimous votes included purchasing a new Frazer ambulance for $338,937, authorizing a cybersecurity services contract, and adopting several grant and development resolutions.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Feb 20, 2020 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider preliminary plat for 5-acre Thornbridge North Addition on Precinct Line Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider four plat requests: an amended plat at 8870-8874 Ice House Drive, a replat at 8701 North Tarrant Parkway, a final plat at 4020 Flory Street, and a preliminary plat for the 5.007-acre Thornbridge North Addition Phase II at 8145 Precinct Line Road. The commission will also approve minutes from January 16, 2020, and take public comments on agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves preliminary plat for Thornbridge North Phase II (4-0-1)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved four plats with conditions: an amended plat at 8870-8874 Ice House Drive (5-0), a replat at 8701 North Tarrant Parkway (5-0), a final plat at 4020 Flory Street (5-0), and a preliminary plat for Thornbridge North Phase II at 8145 Precinct Line Road (4-0-1, chair abstaining). Minutes from January 16, 2020 were also approved (5-0). No public comments were made.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Feb 10, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider $49.9M bond election for street improvements

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a work session to discuss residential street rankings and final recommendations for a proposed bond election, then meet in regular session to consider resolutions calling a May 2, 2020 bond election for up to $49,875,000 for street, sidewalk, trail, and utility improvements, as well as a city council election. Public hearings are scheduled for a communications tower special use permit at 4921 Davis Boulevard and an outside storage special use permit at 7520 NE Loop 820. Several plat requests and other administrative items are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves bond election for $49.875M street projects

The City Council directed staff to proceed with a May 2020 bond election for up to $49.875 million in general obligation bonds for street repairs. The council also approved a special use permit for a communications tower at 4921 Davis Boulevard and a special use permit for outdoor storage at 7520 NE Loop 820.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Feb 3, 2020 · 6:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Board

Parks board to hear updates on water park, capital projects, and maintenance

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving minutes from the December 2, 2019 meeting and receive department updates on NRH2O Family Water Park, capital projects, maintenance, and center services. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting includes opportunities for citizen presentations and public comments.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Jan 27, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider special development plan for new elementary school on Davis Blvd

The council will first discuss recommendations from the 2020 Capital Program Advisory Committee and the City Hall project close-out during the work session. In the regular meeting, they will consider consent agenda items including $284,566 for public safety radio maintenance and $175,320 for radio infrastructure. Public hearings are scheduled for three zoning requests, including a special development plan for an elementary school on Davis Boulevard. Other items include street maintenance programs, an interlocal agreement for Meadow Road rehabilitation, and additional grant funds for the Davis and Mid Cities intersection project.

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✓ Decided: Council backs bond election for up to $49.9M in infrastructure

Council reached consensus to call a May 2020 bond election for up to $49.875 million in general obligation bonds with no tax increase, based on a Capital Program Advisory Committee recommendation. Separately, Council approved a zoning change from LR to RD-PD at 4170 Willman Avenue (6-0) and adopted a consent agenda including payments for public safety radio maintenance and infrastructure, along with a hazard mitigation plan. The City Hall project closeout was discussed but no formal action taken.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Thu Jan 16, 2020 · 6:30 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider elementary school special development plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special development plan for an elementary school in the 6700-6800 blocks of Davis Boulevard. They will also consider a zoning change from R-3 Single-Family Residential to RI-PD Residential Infill Planned Development at 8309 Sayers Lane, continued from a previous meeting. Additional public hearings include a special use permit for a communications tower at 4921 Davis Boulevard and one for outside storage at 7520 NE Loop 820. Several plat requests are also scheduled for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved multiple development plans, including an elementary school site

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the December 19, 2019 meeting and a series of development requests. Approvals included final, amended, and preliminary plats, a special development plan for an elementary school, a zoning change, and two special‑use permits. All motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

City Hall, 4301 City Point Drive
Mon Jan 13, 2020 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider zoning change for 18.9 acres on Davis Boulevard

The City Council holds a work session to discuss the 2019 Citizens Survey, mountain bike and hiking trails at Fossil Creek Park, and the FY 2020/2021 budget calendar. The regular meeting includes consent agenda items such as a $241,920 police vehicle purchase and a $68,397 restroom renovation, plus public hearings on several zoning changes, including a large 18.965-acre rezoning at Davis Boulevard and Odell Street.

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✓ Decided: Council approved short-term rental ordinance, denied bar and vaping zoning

The City Council held a work session and regular meeting, directing staff to develop mountain bike trails at Fossil Creek Park and finalizing budget and meeting schedules. In the regular meeting, council approved on first reading an ordinance regulating short-term rentals (6-0), denied zoning changes for a bar/tavern (6-1) and a vaping shop (7-0), approved purchase of eight police vehicles (7-0), and denied a specific use permit for a dog daycare (7-0). All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

City Hall 4301 City Point Drive
Tue Jan 7, 2020 · 6:00 PM

2020 Capital Program Advisory Committee

Committee to finalize street project funding and bond election recommendations

The Capital Program Advisory Committee will review staff recommendations for funding street projects and discuss debt capacity and property tax impacts. Members will also consider the timing of a bond election and related ballot language. The committee aims to finalize its recommendations for presentation to the City Council.

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City Hall 4301 City Point Drive