North Richland Hills public meetings in 2022

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a final plat request for Berry Creek Village, an 8.443-acre development in the 9000 block of Mid-Cities Boulevard. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and public comments on scheduled items.

• Final plat for Berry Creek Village (8.443 acres) by Convergence Capital at 9000 block Mid-Cities Boulevard
• Approval of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat for Berry Creek Village with conditions. The meeting was called to order and adjourned at 7:10 p.m. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes of November 3, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Plat 22-0030 (Berry Creek Village) with conditions (5-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will meet to discuss service opportunities and potential projects, and receive a presentation from the Parks Department. The committee also will vote to approve minutes from the previous meeting. No ordinances, contracts, or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee
• Presentation on the Parks Department
• Approve minutes from November 9, 2022 meeting
• Public comments invited on agenda items

Charter Review Task Force

The North Richland Hills Charter Review Task Force will meet to discuss and recommend changes to several articles of the city charter, including City Council qualifications, duties of the mayor and city secretary, Planning and Zoning Commission powers, civil service rules, and ethics provisions. The group will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve minutes of November 30, 2022 meeting
• Discuss changes to Article V: City Council – qualifications and city officials
• Discuss changes to Article VI: duties of mayor, city secretary, and municipal court
• Discuss changes to Article XIV: Planning and Zoning Commission powers
• Discuss changes to Article XVII: City Civil Service

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission is holding a special meeting to judge the 2022 Christmas Lighting Contest. Board members will meet at City Hall and board a van to conduct the judging.

• Judging of the 2022 Christmas Lighting Contest (B.1)

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will consider a range of consent‑agenda items, including contracts for street‑light maintenance, asphalt purchases, network design services, and a $2.25 million concrete improvements contract. It will also discuss TxDOT's raised median proposal, the 2023 council meeting schedule, the FY 2023‑24 budget calendar, and a presentation to add two police officer positions. Additional resolutions address public‑safety technology, grant applications, and an ordinance amendment for parking on Wuliger Way.

• Approve contract with Gentex Electrical Services for street‑light maintenance up to $51,440.91 annually.
• Approve $2,250,000 contract for miscellaneous concrete improvements (Garret Shields Infrastructure, DFW Double D Contracting LLC, Hard Kountry Concrete).
• Approve interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for up to $1,858,500 partial funding of Glenview Drive East Road Construction Project.
• Authorize purchase of IBIS® MATCHPOINT™ Analysis Station for $100,548 for firearm‑related investigations.
• Consider Resolution 2022‑054 requesting TxDOT approval for pole‑mounted ALPR cameras by Flock Safety, Inc.

The City Council approved a consent agenda of 16 items, including street light maintenance, road surfacing, and grant applications. They also directed staff to reschedule the 2023 meeting calendar, moving March meetings to March 6 and 20 and canceling the November and December meetings.

• Approved consent agenda items 7-0
• Directed staff to move March meetings to March 6 and 20
• Directed staff to move May 22 meeting to May 17
• Directed staff to cancel November 27 and December 25 meetings
• Authorized street light maintenance contract with Gentex Electrical Services (up to $51,440.91 annually)
• Authorized asphalt road surfacing purchases from four vendors (using Tarrant County contract #2022-191)
• Authorized amendment to cooperative purchase agreement with Todo Verde, LLC (up to $200,000 through FY2025/2026)
• Authorized execution of resolution requesting TxDOT approval for Flock Safety ALPR cameras

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will hold a special meeting on December 11, 2022, to judge the 2022 Christmas Lighting Contest. Board members will meet at City Hall and board a van to conduct judging. No other business is scheduled.

• Judge the 2022 Christmas Lighting Contest

Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee

The Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee will consider approval of October meeting minutes, receive updates on FY2023 statistics and staffing vacancies, and discuss a request from the City's veterinary contractor (RSVP) for an additional vet-tech on surgery days. The committee may also enter executive session to deliberate on security personnel or devices.

• Approve minutes of October 26, 2022 meeting
• Fiscal Year 2023 divisional statistics for shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services
• Report on current staffing vacancies and hiring challenges
• Discussion of RSVP contractor's request for an additional vet-tech on surgery days
• Executive session to deliberate deployment of security personnel or devices

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider recommending that City Council readopt the NRH Youth Programs Standard of Care Ordinance. They will also review the Park Amenity Request Policy and staff recommendations for the FY2023/24 Capital Improvement Program budget. The board will approve minutes from the October 3, 2022 meeting.

• Review Park Amenity Request Policy and staff recommendations for FY2023/24 Capital Improvement Program budget
• Consider recommendation to City Council to readopt the NRH Youth Programs Standard of Care Ordinance
• Approve minutes of October 3, 2022 meeting
• Receive updates on NRH2O Family Water Park and Parks Capital Projects

Charter Review Task Force

The North Richland Hills Charter Review Task Force will meet to select a chair and review several sections of the city charter, including City Council qualifications, powers and duties of officers, planning and zoning regulations, civil service, and general provisions. The group will also discuss removing redundancies, inconsistencies, and conflicts with other legislation. The meeting includes a public comment period and approval of previous minutes.

• Selection of Charter Review Task Force Chair
• Review of Article V: City Council – qualifications and officials
• Review of Article VI: Duties of Mayor, City Secretary, and Municipal Court
• Review of Article XIV: Planning and Zoning Commission powers and duties
• Review of Article XVII: City Civil Service and Article XVIII: Official Newspaper and Ethics

The Charter Review Task Force selected a chair and vice-chair and approved prior meeting minutes. No substantive charter amendments were voted on; the meeting was limited to organizational steps and discussion of proposed changes.

• Appointed Council Member Scott Turnage as chair and Council Member Mason Orr as vice-chair (10-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 16, 2022 meeting (10-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to canvass the results of the November 8 special election for an unexpired term on City Council, Place 5. The only substantive action is approval of Resolution 2022-049 to certify the election outcome. The agenda also includes citizen presentations and public comments.

• Resolution 2022-049 canvassing the November 8 special election for City Council Place 5

City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-049 to canvass the results of the November 8, 2022 Special Election. Blake Vaughn was declared elected to an unexpired term on City Council, Place 5.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-049 canvassing Special Election results (6-0)

Library Board

The North Richland Hills Library Board will meet to approve minutes from the October meeting and receive updates on library usage statistics, the strategic plan, and staff appreciation events. No major policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of October 20, 2022 regular Library Board meeting
• Library usage and statistics October 2022 report
• Review FY21-22 Annual Statistics report
• Library Strategic Plan update
• Celebrating Culture series with Irene Lee update

Teen Court Advisory Board

The Teen Court Advisory Board will consider approving minutes from June 2022 and receive updates on an amended interlocal agreement with Richland Hills and Watauga, as well as Teen Court procedures. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of June 16, 2022 meeting
• Receive update on amended interlocal agreement between North Richland Hills, Richland Hills, and Watauga
• Receive update on Teen Court procedures

Charter Review Task Force

The North Richland Hills Charter Review Task Force will review and discuss potential amendments to several articles of the city charter, including provisions on city council qualifications, mayor duties, planning and zoning commission, civil service, and ethics. The meeting is a working session with no public hearings or final decisions expected.

• Review Article V: City Council – Section 1 (Officials) and Section 2 (Qualifications)
• Review Article VI: Mayor Duties (Section 2), City Secretary appointment/removal (Section 5), Municipal Court (Section 7)
• Review Article XIV: Planning and Zoning Commission powers and duties (Sections 1-2)
• Review Article XVII: City Civil Service provisions
• Review Article XVIII: Official Newspaper (Section 6) and Ethics (Section 13); remove redundancies and conflicts

The Charter Review Task Force held a work session on November 16, 2022, to review and discuss proposed changes to the North Richland Hills City Charter. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was limited to staff presentations and member questions on topics including city council meeting definitions, candidate qualifications, civil service rules, and planning commission membership. The task force will present final recommendations to the City Council on January 9, 2023.

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 board will meet to consider two action items: approving minutes from the January 24, 2022 meeting and discussing and accepting the 2022 annual report for the zone. No rezonings, contracts, or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the January 24, 2022 TIRZ No. 3 board meeting
• Discuss and accept the North Richland Hills TIRZ No. 3 Annual Report for 2022

Sign Review Board

The Sign Review Board will consider a request from Clear Channel LLC for a permit of nonconformity to convert existing signs to a digital billboard at two locations in North Richland Hills. The board will also approve minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Consider permit for nonconformity to Chapter 106 (Signs) for digital billboard conversion at 8101 Glenview Dr and 4120 Glenview Ct (0.844 acres, Lot 1A Block 2 Towne Oaks Addition and Tract 1 William Wallace Survey)
• Approve minutes of July 11, 2022 Sign Review Board meeting

The Sign Review Board approved a permit for a digital billboard conversion at 8101 Glenview Drive. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes from July 11, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved digital billboard permit at 8101 Glenview Drive (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss regular meeting items and an executive session for City Manager evaluation and economic development negotiations. The regular meeting includes consent agenda items for technology contracts (Verizon, Dell, Granite, Rush Truck, Axon), a mutual aid agreement with Tarrant County College, and five public hearings on zoning and special use permits. The council will also vote on a traffic signal project, bond issuance, investment policy, and board appointments.

• Award of $434,362.50 traffic signal construction contract to Bean Electrical for Hightower/Davis Blvd project
• Public hearings: hotel special use permit (9020 Grand Ave), quick service restaurant (8376 Davis Blvd), Fort Worth Christian School outdoor lights (6200 Holiday Lane), zoning change and accessory building (8900 Kirk Lane)
• Technology contracts: Verizon up to $110k, Dell up to $372k, Granite up to $120k/year, Rush Truck $201,750, Axon cameras $145,944
• Issuance of Tax and Waterworks and Sewer Revenue Certificates of Obligation Series 2022A (amount not specified)
• Mutual aid agreement with Tarrant County College for law enforcement at Northeast campus

Council approved a revised special use permit for a hotel at 9020 Grand Avenue, increasing rooms from 120 to 130 and moving the pool outdoors, with a condition for a masonry screening wall. Also approved a special use permit for elevated lights at Fort Worth Christian School and a zoning change and plat for a residential lot at 8900 Kirk Lane. One public hearing for a quick service restaurant was continued to December 12. The consent agenda, including several technology and equipment contracts, was approved 6-0.

• Approved revised special use permit for hotel at 9020 Grand Avenue, with masonry screening wall condition (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for elevated lights at Fort Worth Christian School softball field and future tennis courts (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-1-S and special use permit for accessory building at 8900 Kirk Lane, along with final plat (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for quick service restaurant at 8376 Davis Boulevard to December 12
• Approved consent agenda including Verizon wireless agreement, Dell hardware/software, Granite voice/data services, dump truck purchase, mutual aid MOU with Tarrant County College, and Axon camera system renewal (6-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The North Richland Hills Youth Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from its October 12 meeting, receive a presentation from the Fire Department, and discuss potential service opportunities and projects. No public hearings or major decisions are scheduled.

• Approve minutes from October 12, 2022 meeting
• Presentation on the Fire Department
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will hold public hearings to determine whether seven properties are substandard and to order repair or demolition. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. Public comments will be taken before action items.

• Public hearings for properties at 6809 Driffield Circle West, 4300 Booth Calloway Road, 6000 Rufe Snow Drive (commercial restaurant), 6721 Richfield Drive, 7800 Irish Drive (multi-family), and 8359 North Harwood Road (multi-family apartment community) to determine if substandard and order repair or demolition
• Election of a Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Board
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use permit requests: a revised permit for a hotel at 9020 Grand Avenue, a permit for a quick service restaurant at 8376 Davis Boulevard, and a permit for outdoor recreation areas with elevated lights for Fort Worth Christian School at 6200 Holiday Lane. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the October 17 meeting.

• Revised special use permit for a hotel at 9020 Grand Avenue (2.83 acres)
• Special use permit for a quick service restaurant at 8376 Davis Boulevard (1.001 acres)
• Special use permit for outdoor recreation areas with elevated lights at Fort Worth Christian School, 6200 Holiday Lane (41.07 acres)
• Approve minutes of October 17, 2022 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three special use permits for commercial and educational developments. These include a revised hotel plan, a quick service restaurant, and elevated lighting for school recreation areas.

• Approved minutes of the October 17, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved revised special use permit for a hotel at 9020 Grand Avenue (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for a quick service restaurant at 8376 Davis Boulevard subject to Development Review Committee recommendations (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for elevated lights at 6200 Holiday Lane with a five-year expiration extension (4-0)

Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee

The Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from August 31, 2022. They will receive reports on fiscal year 2022 divisional statistics, updates on special events (Clear the Shelters and Doggie Beach Bash), and an overview of the fiscal year 2023 budget.

• Approve minutes of August 31, 2022 meeting
• Fiscal Year 2022 divisional statistics for shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services
• Special events update: Clear the Shelters and Doggie Beach Bash
• Fiscal Year 2023 approved budget overview

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will hold a public hearing to consider whether the structure at 6809 Driffield Circle West is substandard per city ordinances and to order repair or demolition. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair and approve minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing on 6809 Driffield Circle West (Lot 16, Block 1, Windsor Park Addition) for substandard determination and possible repair/demolition order
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2022 Substandard Building Board meeting

City Council

The City Council will meet for a work session and regular meeting to discuss personnel matters and economic development negotiations. The agenda includes several consent items regarding city contracts and the appointment of a Charter Review Task Force.

• Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with SoftwareONE, Inc. up to $900,000 total
• Security camera and hardware agreement with Productive Solutions up to $362,165 total
• Interior painting of the Public Library at 9015 Grand Avenue for $109,500
• Spartan Pumper purchase for the Fire Department for $986,000
• Annual contract with Complete Supply Inc. for custodial supplies up to $125,000 annual

The City Council approved a consent agenda including software, security, and library contracts, and approved amendments to the City Attorney and City Secretary employment contracts following executive session.

• Approved consent agenda items 6-0
• Authorized $900,000 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (3 years)
• Authorized $362,165 security camera and access control contract
• Awarded $109,500 library painting contract
• Approved $986,000 fire department pumper purchase
• Authorized $125,000 custodial supplies contract
• Approved 7th Amendment to City Attorney employment contract
• Approved 9th Amendment to City Secretary employment contract

Library Board

The North Richland Hills Library Board will hold a regular meeting on October 20, 2022. Action items include approval of the September meeting minutes. Department updates will cover library usage statistics for September, the Mid-Cities Teen Book Fest, and Behind the Book. The board will also discuss personnel updates and set a date for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of September 22, 2022 meeting
• Library usage and statistics September 2022 report
• Mid-Cities Teen Book Fest update
• Behind the Book update
• Discuss personnel updates

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will approve minutes from its September meeting, then discuss and judge several programs: the 2022 Trash Bash, the Jump Start Your Garden Grant Program applications, KNRHB School Programming, and remaining classes and schedule for 2022. No public hearings or votes on ordinances are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of the September 20, 2022 meeting
• Discuss the 2022 Trash Bash
• Judge Jump Start Your Garden Grant Program Applications
• Discuss KNRHB School Programming
• Discuss remaining classes and schedule for 2022

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a special use permit for an indoor commercial amusement at 7520 NE Loop 820, a zoning change from Agricultural to Special Single-Family at 8900 Kirk Lane, and a special use permit for a permanent accessory building at the same address. The commission will also consider final plats for two subdivisions: Caswell Addition at 8900 Kirk Lane and Antinone Addition at 7200 Mid-Cities Boulevard. The meeting begins with a work session at 6:30 PM, followed by a special meeting at 7:00 PM.

• Public hearing for a special use permit for an indoor commercial amusement at 7520 NE Loop 820 (13.5 acres)
• Public hearing for a zoning change from AG to R-1-S at 8900 Kirk Lane (1.45 acres)
• Public hearing for a special use permit for a permanent accessory building at 8900 Kirk Lane
• Final plat for Lot 1, Block 1, Caswell Addition (1.454 acres) at 8900 Kirk Lane
• Final plat for Lots 1 & 2, Block 2, Antinone Addition (1.740 acres) at 7200 Mid-Cities Boulevard

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change to R-1-S and a special use permit for Ben Loibl at 8900 Kirk Lane. The commission also approved a final plat for the same property and a final plat for Antinone Addition at 7200 Mid-Cities Boulevard. No public comments were heard during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of September 15, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Withdrawn special use permit for indoor commercial amusement (C.1)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-1-S for Ben Loibl (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for permanent accessory building (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Caswell Addition with conditions (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Antinone Addition with conditions (7-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will hold its first meeting since early 2020. Items include approving old minutes, a presentation on city management, and electing officers for the upcoming academic year.

• Approve minutes from February 12, 2020 meeting
• Presentation on City Management and City Council
• Elect officers for the 2022/2023 academic year

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on October 10, 2022. They will discuss items including executive session topics on economic development and personnel, then consider consent agenda items, public hearings on zoning changes and special use permits, and several planning and public works items. Action items include a $1,292,360 construction contract for rehabilitation of the College Hills Ground Storage Reservoir and a resolution to deny Oncor's rate increase application.

• Public hearing on ZC22-0029: request to rezone 5405 Davis Boulevard from R-2 to NR-PD for a hair salon.
• Public hearings on ZC22-0032 and ZC22-0033: special use permits for a quick service restaurant and a veterinary clinic with boarding in the 9000 block of Mid-Cities Boulevard.
• Consider awarding RFB #22-025: construction contract with J.R. Stelzer Co. for College Hills Ground Storage Reservoir rehabilitation at $1,292,360.
• Consider Resolution No. 2022-043 to deny Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC's rate increase application.
• Consider Resolution No. 2022-044 to apply for the FY 2023 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Impaired Driving Mobilization Grant.

City Council approved several zoning changes, development plats, and a construction contract for the College Hills Ground Storage Reservoir. The council also established a temporary construction speed zone and voted to deny a rate increase application from Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC.

• Approved $1,292,360 contract with J.R. Stelzer Co. for College Hills Ground Storage Reservoir (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-043 to deny Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC's rate increase application (6-0)
• Approved zoning change to Nonresidential Planned Development at 5405 Davis Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved special use permits for a quick service restaurant and veterinary clinic in the 9000 block of Mid-Cities Boulevard (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Berry Creek Village (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Shady Grove Addition (6-0)
• Approved replat for 20.244 acres at 9139 Boulevard 26 and 6039 Precinct Line Road (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3761 creating a 30 mph temporary construction speed zone on Bedford Euless Road (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve minutes from August and receive department updates on NRH2O Family Water Park, capital projects, and maintenance. No significant action items or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of August 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• NRH2O Family Water Park update
• Parks capital project update
• Parks maintenance and operations update
• Community Services monthly reports for July and August

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including minutes, a teen court interlocal agreement, playground equipment replacement at Cross Timbers Park ($189,480), a bullet-resistant shield grant ($61,974.44), and PPE purchase ($39,041.80). A public hearing is not scheduled. The main item is a reimbursement resolution not to exceed $14,450,000.

• Reimbursement Resolution No. 2022-040 for up to $14,450,000
• Award playground equipment replacement at Cross Timbers Park to Whirlix Design, Inc. for $189,480
• Authorize grant application for FY2023 Bullet-Resistant Shield Program ($61,974.44)
• Renew Northeast Tarrant Teen Court Interlocal Agreement with Watauga and Richland Hills
• Authorize purchase of additional PPE and firefighting equipment from Casco Industries for $39,041.80

The City Council approved a $14.45 million reimbursement resolution for FY2022/2023 capital projects, including street and fire equipment, and approved the renewal of the Teen Court interlocal agreement. The Council also approved the sixth amendment to the Municipal Court Clerk's employment contract.

• Approved $14.45M capital project reimbursement (5-0)
• Authorized Teen Court interlocal agreement renewal (5-0)
• Approved appointment to Youth Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved appointment to Fort Worth Wholesale Customer Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Municipal Court Clerk employment contract (5-0)
• Awarded $189,480 playground equipment contract (5-0)
• Authorized $39,042 PPE and firefighting equipment purchase (5-0)
• Approved grant application for $61,974 bullet-resistant shields (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Norberto Saez regarding swimming pool regulations at 8117 Beverly Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes procedural items such as call to order, public comments, and adjournment.

• Public hearing for variance from Section 118-722 (swimming pools) at 8117 Beverly Drive
• Consideration of variance request from Norberto Saez
• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2022 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance request for a swimming pool at 8117 Beverly Drive. The approval requires the construction of a second interior fence and gate for safety. The board also approved the minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the June 23, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved variance for swimming pool at 8117 Beverly Drive (ZBA22-0005) with condition for a second interior fence and gate (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will consider approving the minutes from its May 26, 2022 regular meeting. The agenda also includes department updates on library usage statistics, the Mayor's Summer Reading Club, fall programs, and a painting update. No public hearings or major policy votes are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of May 26, 2022 Library Board meeting
• Introduction of new Library Board member
• Library usage and statistics report for May–August 2022
• Mayor's Summer Reading Club update
• Fall programs/events and Mid-Cities Teen Book Fest updates

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The commission will approve minutes from July and discuss redesigning the Keep NRH Beautiful logo, the 2022 Trash Bash event, and remaining classes and schedule for 2022. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of July 19, 2022 meeting
• Discuss redesign of Keep NRH Beautiful logo
• Discuss the 2022 Trash Bash
• Discuss remaining classes and schedule for 2022

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider several plat requests and public hearings. Items include replats and preliminary plats for developments on Boulevard 26, Precinct Line Road, Shady Grove Road, and Mid-Cities Boulevard. Public hearings will consider special use permits for a quick-service restaurant and a veterinary clinic, and a zoning change for a hair salon.

• Replat of 20.244 acres at 9139 Boulevard 26 and 6039 Precinct Line Road (Kimley-Horn)
• Preliminary plat of 18.733 acres at 8340 Shady Grove Road (Hat Creek Development)
• Amended plat of 23.239 acres at 8001 Northeast Parkway and 6701-6801 Davis Boulevard (City of North Richland Hills)
• Preliminary plat of 8.443 acres in the 9000 block of Mid-Cities Boulevard (Convergence Capital)
• Public hearing for zoning change from R-2 to NR-PD at 5405 Davis Boulevard (Hairitage Family Salon)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved four preliminary plats and one zoning change with conditions, and approved two special use permits for a restaurant and veterinary clinic. The work session was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

• Work session cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Approved Plat22-0024 with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Plat22-0026 with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Plat22-0027 (4-0)
• Approved Plat22-0025 with conditions (4-0)
• Approved ZC22-0032 special use permit for restaurant (4-0)
• Approved ZC22-0033 special use permit for veterinary clinic (4-0)
• Approved ZC22-0029 zoning change for hair salon (4-0)

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will hold public hearings on four properties to determine if they are substandard under city ordinances and order repair or demolition. The board will also vote on approving minutes from its June 14, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing on 6636 Brookshire Trail (Lot 2, Block 6, North Park Estates) to consider substandard status and order repair.
• Public hearing on 6809 Driffield Circle West (Lot 16, Block 1, Windsor Park) to consider substandard status and order repair or demolition.
• Public hearing on 7408 Bursey Road (Block 1, Lot 11, Oak Ridge Estates) to consider substandard status and order repair or demolition.
• Public hearing on 8851 Boulevard 26 (also 8735, 8859 & 8867 Boulevard 26, Walker Branch Addition) to consider substandard status and order repair or demolition.
• Approval of minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting.

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will consider adopting the fiscal year 2022-2023 operating and capital budget and the tax rate for tax year 2022. The council also will vote on issuing up to $14,450,000 in certificates of obligation and ratifying an increase in property tax revenues. Other items include a settlement with Atmos Energy regarding rate review and several consent agenda contracts for security systems, vehicle upfitting, and forensic lab services.

• Adopt FY2022-2023 operating and capital budget (Ordinance 3756)
• Set tax rate for Tax Year 2022 (Ordinance 3755)
• Authorize up to $14,450,000 in certificates of obligation (Resolution 2022-039)
• Ratify increase in property tax revenues reflected in adopted budget
• Authorize $306,000 customer support agreement with Convergint Technologies for fire and burglar alarm systems

City Council approved a total tax rate of $0.547972 per $100 of valuation and adopted a $143.4 million operating and capital budget. The council also approved a settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. that increases residential monthly charges. Several public safety and facility service contracts were approved via the consent agenda.

• Adopted total tax rate of $0.547972 per $100 of valuation (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Operating and Capital Budget of $143.4 million (6-0)
• Ratified increase in property tax revenues for FY 2022-2023 budget (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-038 certifying the 2022 tax roll (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3757 for Atmos Energy Corp. rate settlement (6-0)
• Authorized $306,000 security services contract with Convergint Technologies, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $97,598.53 for police and fire vehicle supplies from GT Distributors Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized up to $75,000 for NMS Labs forensic laboratory services (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold two public hearings: one on the proposed tax rate for Tax Year 2022 and one on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. No other business is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Tax Year 2022 proposed tax rate
• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2022/2023 proposed budget

The City Council held public hearings on the proposed Tax Year 2022 tax rate and the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget. No action was taken tonight; the council will vote on both items on September 12.

• Public hearing held on Tax Year 2022 tax rate (0.547972 per $100)
• Public hearing held on Fiscal Year 2022/2023 proposed budget ($143.4M)
• Council to vote on tax rate adoption on Sept. 12
• Council to vote on budget adoption on Sept. 12

Crime Control and Prevention District Board

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will hold a public hearing on its proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and consider adoption. The board will also vote on approving minutes from its August 12, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on Crime Control and Prevention District Fiscal Year 2022-2023 proposed budget
• Consider adoption of the proposed budget
• Approve minutes of the August 12, 2021 regular board meeting

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board approved the FY 2022-2023 proposed budget totaling $6,715,617 and recommended its adoption by the City Council. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 12, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 CCD budget of $6,715,617 (5-0) and recommended adoption by City Council
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)

Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation

The Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on its proposed operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2022/2023. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its August 12, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on FY 2022/2023 proposed operating and capital budget
• Approval of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Citizen presentations and public comments on agenda items

The Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation approved its proposed operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2022/2023 by a 5-0 vote. The budget includes projects such as annual tree planting, Cross Timbers Park bleacher shade replacement, and Green Valley Park fence and drainage work. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from August 12, 2021. No public comments were received.

• Approved FY 2022/2023 operating and capital budget, recommending adoption by City Council (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 board meeting (5-0)

Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee

The Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee will consider approving previous meeting minutes and receive updates on fiscal year 2022 divisional statistics, special events, a veterinarian contract renewal with Relief Services for Veterinary Practitioners (RSVP), and a spay/neuter partnership with Mid-Cities Community Cats.

• Approve minutes of October 27, 2021 meeting
• Fiscal Year 2022 divisional statistics for shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services
• Special events update: Clear the Shelters and Doggie Beach Bash
• Expiration and renewal of veterinarian contract with Relief Services for Veterinary Practitioners (RSVP)
• Spay/Neuter partnership with Mid-Cities Community Cats

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 2.86 acres at 6716 Stardust Drive from industrial to a residential infill planned development. They will also consider issuing General Obligation Bonds and Revenue Certificates to fund capital projects, and authorizing several contracts including annual UPS services, veterinarian services for the animal shelter, anti-gang center agreements, and emergency medical director services. The council will discuss real property at 6600 Davis Boulevard and economic development negotiations at 8358 Davis Boulevard in executive session.

• Public hearing for zoning change from I-2 to RI-PD at 6716 Stardust Drive (ZC21-0016)
• Consider Ordinance 3752 authorizing issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022
• Consider Ordinance 3753 authorizing issuance of Tax and Waterworks Revenue Certificates, Series 2022
• Award RFB 22-023 for uninterrupted power supply services to Hypertech USA ($68,330.04)
• Authorize contract for veterinarian services at Animal Adoption Center ($59,000 annually)

The City Council approved a zoning change from medium industrial to residential infill planned development for 2.86 acres at 6716 Stardust Drive, allowing 16 single-family homes. The consent agenda was approved 6-0, awarding contracts for UPS services, veterinary care, emergency medical director, and other items. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved zoning change from I-2 to RI-PD for 6716 Stardust Drive (no vote tally recorded in minutes)
• Approved consent agenda 6-0, including RFB 22-023 for UPS services ($68,330.04)
• Awarded contract to RSVP for veterinary services ($59,000 annual)
• Authorized TAG Center analyst agreement ($82,079.22 annual)
• Authorized TAG Center administrator agreement ($167,257.83 annual)
• Approved emergency medical director services agreement with Questcare Medical Services
• Authorized outdoor warning siren maintenance contract up to $114,512
• Approved traffic signal equipment agreement with Iteris Inc. up to $320,577

Landscape Review Board

The Landscape Review Board will hold a public hearing on a requested variance to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) of the city code for a 1.65-acre property at 4525 City Point Drive. The board also will vote to approve minutes from its June 27, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance request from Baird, Hampton & Brown for vegetation-code relief at 4525 City Point Drive (1.65 acres, Lots 6R and 7, Block 1, North Edgely Addition)
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2022 Landscape Review Board meeting

The Landscape Review Board denied a variance request from Baird, Hampton & Brown to allow a screening wall at a location other than the common property line and to count existing trees as required buffer yard plantings at 4525 City Point Drive. The board voted 6-0 on the denial after a public hearing. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Denied variance LRB22-0002 for screening wall location and tree credit at 4525 City Point Drive (6-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on the Annual Service Plan Update for the City Point Public Improvement District and the revised FY2021/2022 operating and capital projects budget. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, a $302,836.20 contract for a waterpark point-of-sale system, and a resolution supporting a Municipal Setting Designation application at 3201 North Sylvania Avenue. Other actions authorize contracts with Tarrant County for special assessment collection and set dates for the tax rate hearing and adoption.

• Approve $302,836.20 contract with Gatemaster Technology for waterpark point-of-sale system
• Public hearing on Ordinance 3750: Annual Service Plan Update for City Point PID
• Public hearing on Ordinance 3751: FY2021/2022 revised operating and capital budgets
• Resolution 2022-036 supporting MSD application for 3201 North Sylvania Avenue
• Authorize contracts with Tarrant County for special assessment collection for PID Zones A and B

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 revised operating and capital budgets, authorized contracts for tax collection services with Tarrant County for City Point Public Improvement District zones, and set September 8 for a public hearing on the proposed 2022 tax rate.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2021/2022 revised operating and capital budgets (6-0)
• Authorized City Manager to contract with Tarrant County for PID Zone A assessment and collection (6-0)
• Authorized City Manager to contract with Tarrant County for PID Zone B assessment and collection (6-0)
• Set September 8, 2022 as date for tax rate public hearing (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including waterpark POS system purchase (6-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Sylvania Industrial Park's TCEQ application (6-0)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will hear a director's report on local and regional economic trends, development trends, and new businesses. They will receive updates on street bond projects, City Point and Smithfield mixed-use developments, and a council request for a redevelopment plan for portions of Davis Boulevard and Boulevard 26. The committee will also approve minutes and introduce new members.

• Approve minutes of the March 23, 2022 meeting
• Council request for a redevelopment plan for portions of Davis Boulevard and Boulevard 26
• Street Bond Project update
• City Point Development update
• Smithfield Mixed Use Development update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session with a training presentation by the City Attorney’s Office and staff, elect officers, and receive a Planning Director report. In the regular meeting, the commission will approve the minutes from the July 7, 2022 meeting and conduct a public hearing on a zoning change request for 6716 Stardust Drive. The hearing will consider changing the site from Medium Industrial (I‑2) to Residential Infill Planned Development (RI‑PD) on a 2.86‑acre parcel.

• Training presentation by City Attorney’s Office and Planning & Zoning staff
• Election of Planning and Zoning Commission officers
• Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2022 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Public hearing (ZC21-0016) to consider rezoning 6716 Stardust Drive from I‑2 to RI‑PD (2.86 acres)
• Potential Executive Session for legal advice under Chapter 551, Texas Government Code

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change from industrial to residential infill planned development for 6716 Stardust Drive. The vote was 6-1, with Chair Welborn opposing the motion.

• Approved minutes of July 7, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved ZC21-0016 zoning change (6-1)
• Elected Justin Welborn as chair (7-0)
• Elected Kathy Luppy as vice chair (7-0)
• Elected Greg Stamps as secretary (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will approve the minutes from the June 6, 2022 meeting and elect a chair and vice‑chair. It will consider the Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation’s proposed FY2023 operating and capital budgets. Department updates on the NRH2O Family Water Park, capital projects, maintenance, and various community facilities will be presented. Informational reports on community service and board activities for May‑July will also be reviewed.

• Approve minutes of the June 6, 2022 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• Election of chair and vice‑chair
• Review of Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation FY2023 operating budget
• Review of Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation FY2023 capital budget
• Department updates: NRH2O Family Water Park, Parks capital projects, maintenance and operations

Crime Control and Prevention District Board

The North Richland Hills Crime Control and Prevention District Board will hold a budget work session to discuss the revised 2021-2022 budget and the proposed 2022-2023 budget. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item. Public comments are accepted on agenda items.

• Discussion of revised 2021-2022 and proposed 2022-2023 Crime Control and Prevention District budgets

The board held a work session to review the revised 2021-2022 budget and the proposed 2022-2023 budget. No formal votes were taken.

• Reviewed revised 2021-2022 budget with $524,612 increased sales tax
• Reviewed proposed 2022-2023 budget with $6,715,617 in revenues
• Discussed 47 full-time and 1 part-time positions funded by the district

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council meets for a budget work session to discuss the July 2022 appraisal roll, revised 2021-2022 operating and capital budgets, and the proposed 2022-2023 operating and capital budgets. No votes are scheduled; the session is for presentation and discussion only.

• Submission of July 2022 appraisal roll to governing body
• Presentation and discussion of revised 2021-2022 operating budget and proposed 2022-2023 operating budget
• Revised 2021-2022 and proposed 2022-2023 capital projects budgets
• Revised 2021-2022 and proposed 2022-2023 Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation operating and capital budgets

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the November 8, 2022 special election and the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget, then enter executive session on real property, personnel, and economic development. In the regular meeting, they will consider a public hearing for a CDBG-CARES Act water line replacement on Cynthia Circle, consent agenda items including a replat at 6021 Parker Boulevard and a $128,620 generator feasibility study, and general items such as appointing a municipal judge and ratifying a $99,909.63 payment for portable radios.

• Public hearing and resolution to replace a water line along Cynthia Circle using CDBG-CARES Act funds
• Replat of Lots 1R1 and 1R2, Block B, Hometown-Dolce Addition at 6021 Parker Boulevard
• Engineering services agreement with Freese & Nichols for a generator feasibility study ($128,620)
• Ratification of payment to Motorola Solutions for 18 public safety portable radios ($99,909.63)
• Resolution calling a special election on November 8, 2022 to fill the unexpired term on City Council Place 5

The City Council approved a resolution to replace a water line along Cynthia Circle using CDBG CARES Act funds and approved a consent agenda of six items, including a generator feasibility study and planning commission appointments. The Council also directed staff to request the Former Bursey Senior Center as an additional early voting polling location for the November 8, 2022 Special Election.

• Approved water line replacement on Cynthia Circle (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including generator study and appointments (6-0)
• Directed staff to request Former Bursey Senior Center as early voting location
• Approved resolution to submit grant applications for Walmart and Season of Justice funding

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from June and discuss several topics. Items include welcoming new members, redesigning the commission's logo, developing new programs for schools, and finalizing remaining classes and schedule for 2022. No public hearings or votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Approve minutes from June 21, 2022 meeting
• Welcome new members to the commission
• Discuss redesign of Keep NRH Beautiful logo
• Discuss new programs for schools
• Discuss remaining classes and schedule for 2022

Sign Review Board

The North Richland Hills City Council, sitting as the Sign Review Board, will hold a public hearing on a request from Center Point Church for a variance to Chapter 106 (Signs) at 7804 Mid-Cities Boulevard. The board will also vote on approving minutes from the April 25, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing for sign code variance at 7804 Mid-Cities Boulevard (Center Point Church, 8.489 acres, Lot 1 Block 1 Center Point Addition)
• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2022 Sign Review Board meeting

The board approved a variance for a larger monument sign at 7804 Mid-Cities Boulevard for Center Point Church. The request was supported by a 6-0-1 vote with the chair abstaining. No public comments were received.

• Approved April 25, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Center Point Church sign variance (6-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. In the regular meeting, they will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 3748 to amend the current fiscal year budget. They also will consider authorizing the purchase of 16 vehicles for $745,026 and appointing board members. Executive sessions are planned for discussion of real property at 6600 Davis Boulevard and security at 4301 City Point Drive.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 3748, amendment to FY 2021/2022 budget
• Authorize purchase of 16 vehicles from Sam Pack's Five Star Ford for $745,026
• Consider Resolution 2022-029 appointing members to boards and commissions
• Authorize agreement with Tarrant County Tax Assessor/Collector for tax assessment and collection for 2022-2024
• Executive session discussion on real property at 6600 Davis Boulevard and security at 4301 City Point Drive

The City Council approved a budget amendment for vehicle replacements and authorized the purchase of 16 vehicles for various departments. They also approved appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Approved budget amendment for 17 Ford vehicles ($745,026)
• Approved purchase of 16 vehicles from Sam Pack's Five Star Ford ($745,026)
• Approved appointments to boards, commissions, and committees
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 meeting
• Authorized agreement with Tarrant County for tax assessment services

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will first approve the minutes from its June 16, 2022 meeting. It will then consider a replat request from Manhard Consulting for Lots 1R1 and 1R2, Block B of the Hometown‑Dolce Addition, a 5.19‑acre parcel at 6021 Parker Boulevard. The agenda also includes public comment time and the option for a closed executive session if legal advice is needed.

• Approve minutes of the June 16, 2022 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Consider PLAT22-0023 replat request for 5.19 acres at 6021 Parker Boulevard (Lots 1R1 and 1R2, Block B, Hometown‑Dolce Addition) submitted by Manhard Consulting
• Public comments period for citizens
• Possible executive session for legal advice

The commission approved a replat of 5.19 acres at 6021 Parker Boulevard to divide the property into two lots, allowing the commercial building to be sold separately. The motion passed 5-0 with conditions from the Development Review Committee. The commission also approved the June 16, 2022, meeting minutes (5-0). No public comments or other substantive items were considered.

• Approved replat PLAT22-0023 at 6021 Parker Boulevard with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 16, 2022, meeting (5-0)

Landscape Review Board

The North Richland Hills City Council, sitting as the Landscape Review Board, will hold a public hearing and decide on a request from Development Services Inc for a variance to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) of the city code. The property at 8609 Davis Boulevard is a 0.82-acre lot in the Watermere on the Preserve subdivision. The board will also vote to approve minutes from a July 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing for variance to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) at 8609 Davis Boulevard
• Property described as northern portion of Lot 2R2, Block 1, Watermere on the Preserve (0.82 acres)
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2021 Landscape Review Board meeting

The Landscape Review Board approved a variance (LRB22-0001) allowing a landscaping screen of evergreen trees and shrubs instead of a required masonry screening wall at 8609 Davis Boulevard. The variance was granted due to the significant elevation difference between the commercial and residential sites. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from July 12, 2021.

• Approved variance LRB22-0001 for landscaping in lieu of masonry wall at 8609 Davis Boulevard (5-1)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 Landscape Review Board meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the local option homestead exemption, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings on three rezoning requests and a replat. Under general items, the council will consider an ordinance to increase the residence homestead exemption, a resolution to issue up to $3,850,000 in certificates of obligation, and the termination of two Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones. Consent agenda includes a replat at 4525 City Point Drive and two manhole repair contracts totaling up to $540,575.

• Public hearing and vote on raising the residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxes (Ordinance 3745)
• Consider resolution to issue up to $3,850,000 in Certificates of Obligation
• Zoning change from Commercial and Single-Family Residential to Residential Planned Development at 6744 Bursey Road (Spiritas Group LP)
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential at 8316-8400 Shady Grove Road (Hat Creek Development)
• Award contract to BCAC Underground LLC for manhole spray-applied epoxy liner services, not to exceed $432,375

The City Council concurred to raise the local homestead exemption from 15% to 20%, a change that will reduce property taxes for eligible homeowners. Two zoning requests were approved: a 26-acre residential planned development at 6744 Bursey Road (93 single-family lots) and an 18.73-acre rezoning to single-family residential at Shady Grove Road (60 lots). The consent agenda, including contracts for manhole repairs and a replat, was also approved 6-0.

• Homestead exemption increase to 20% (council concurred in work session)
• Approved zoning change for 93-home development at 6744 Bursey Road (R-PD) (6-0)
• Approved zoning change for 60-home development at 8316-8400 Shady Grove Road (R-2) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, replat, and two manhole repair contracts (6-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Tommy Cunningham for lot and area requirements at 1 Country Place Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the March 24, 2022 meeting and take public comments on scheduled items.

• Public hearing on variance request (ZBA22-0004) for 1.26 acres at 1 Country Place Drive to waive Section 118-313 lot and area requirements

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting with opportunities for citizen input. Action items include approving minutes from the previous meeting. Discussion items cover redesigning the commission's logo, new programs for schools, and the remaining class schedule for 2022.

• Approve minutes of the May 17, 2022 meeting
• Discuss the redesign of the Keep NRH Beautiful logo
• Discuss new programs for schools
• Discuss remaining classes and schedule for 2022

Teen Court Advisory Board

The Teen Court Advisory Board will consider a dress code policy and approve minutes from the May 2021 meeting. The board will also receive an update on Teen Court proceedings.

• Approve minutes of May 13, 2021 Teen Court Advisory Board meeting
• Consider Teen Court dress code
• Receive update on Teen Court proceedings

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from the June 2, 2022 meeting and hold a public hearing on a zoning change request for 8609 Timber Drive. It will also consider two replat applications: one for Lots 3R, 3R1, and 3R2 at the same address, and another for Lot 6R1 at 4525 City Point Drive. The work session includes a discussion of the Richland Center mTAP project by the Urban Land Institute Dallas‑Fort Worth Center for Leadership.

• Approve minutes of the June 2, 2022 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Public hearing ZC22-0027: zoning change request from AG/R‑3 to R‑1 at 8609 Timber Drive (2.399 acres)
• Replat PLAT22-0021: request from Windrose Land Services for Lots 3R, 3R1, 3R2 at 8609 Timber Drive
• Replat PLAT22-0022: request from Baird, Hampton & Brown for Lot 6R1, Block 1, North Edgely Addition at 4525 City Point Drive
• Discussion of the Richland Center mTAP project by the Urban Land Institute Dallas‑Fort Worth Center for Leadership

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for a property at 8609 Timber Drive but denied the initial plat request. The Commission later approved a three-lot plat with a street frontage waiver.

• Approved minutes of June 2, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Approved zoning change ZC22-0027 for 8609 Timber Drive (6-0)
• Denied initial plat PLAT22-0021 for 8609 Timber Drive (2-4)
• Approved three-lot plat PLAT22-0021 with street frontage waiver (4-2)
• Approved replat PLAT22-0022 for 4525 City Point Drive (6-0)

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will approve minutes from its March 8, 2022 meeting. It will hold public hearings to determine whether four properties are substandard or have unlawful accumulation and, if so, order repair, demolition, or removal. The properties considered are 6636 Brookshire Trail, 6809 Driffield Circle West, 7625 Shadow Wood Drive, and 4300 Booth Calloway Road.

• Approve minutes of the March 8, 2022 Substandard Building Board meeting
• SBB 2022-88: Public hearing on 6636 Brookshire Trail (Lot 2, Block 6, North Park Estates) – substandard determination and repair order
• SBB 2022-89: Public hearing on 6809 Driffield Circle West (Lot 16, Block 1, Windsor Park) – substandard or unlawful accumulation, order repair/demolition/removal
• SBB 2022-90: Public hearing on 7625 Shadow Wood Drive (Lot 7, Block 14, Fair Oaks Estates) – unlawful accumulation, order removal
• SBB 2022-91: Public hearing on 4300 Booth Calloway Road (William W. Wallace Survey) – substandard or unlawful accumulation, order repair/demolition/removal

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold public hearings on three zoning requests: a PD revision at 8521 Davis Blvd, a change from AG to R-2 at 8408 Franklin Court, and a change from R-3 to R-1-S at 8104 Green Valley Drive. Consent items include final plats for Nordyke Estates (6613 Harmonson Rd) and a replat at 8517 Davis Blvd, plus resolutions to apply for COPS hiring and crisis intervention grants. The council will also consider suspending Oncor's rate increase effective date and appointing board members.

• Public hearing on PD revision for 8521 Davis Boulevard (ZC22-0022)
• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to R-2 at 8408 Franklin Court (ZC22-0025)
• Public hearing on zoning change from R-3 to R-1-S at 8104 Green Valley Drive (ZC22-0026)
• Final plat for Nordyke Estates, 1.25 acres at 6613 Harmonson Road (PLAT22-0019)
• Resolution to suspend Oncor Electric Delivery's rate increase effective date (2022-023)

Council voted 6-0 to suspend the June 17 effective date of Oncor's rate increase, allowing cities to evaluate the filing. They also approved three zoning changes: a child-care center at 8521 Davis Boulevard, a residential rezoning at 8408 Franklin Court, and a lot split at 8104 Green Valley Drive. The consent agenda including plats and police grant applications was also approved.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, plats, police grants) (6-0)
• Approved PD revision to add child-care center at 8521 Davis Blvd (Ordinance 3739) (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-2 at 8408 Franklin Ct (Ordinance 3740) (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-3 to R-1-S at 8104 Green Valley Dr (Ordinance 3741) (6-0)
• Approved replat for 8100 and 8104 Green Valley Dr (Plat22-0018) (6-0)
• Approved resolution suspending Oncor rate increase effective date (Resolution 2022-023) (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The North Richland Hills Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting with updates from departments on NRH2O Family Water Park, parks capital projects, maintenance, and recreation centers. The board will also consider approving minutes from the April 4 meeting and receive community service reports and board updates. No votes on new policies, ordinances, or spending are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the April 4, 2022 Parks and Recreation Board meeting
• NRH2O Family Water Park update
• Parks Capital Projects update
• Parks Maintenance and Operations update
• Community Service Monthly Reports for March and April

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the minutes from the April 4, 2022 meeting. The meeting consisted primarily of staff updates regarding water park operations, capital projects, and facility maintenance.

• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Richfield Park Tennis/Pickleball Court Replacement project
• Approved Adventure World Playground Phase 2 irrigation system

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: one for 26 acres at 6744 Bursey Road from commercial and single-family residential to residential planned development, and another for 18.73 acres on Shady Grove Road from agricultural to single-family residential. A third rezoning request for 8609 Timber Drive is continued to June 16. The commission will also consider a replat at 8609 Timber Drive and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing for zoning change from C-1 and R-3 to R-PD at 6744 Bursey Road (26.042 acres, Spiritas Group LP)
• Public hearing for zoning change from AG to R-2 at 8316, 8320, 8340, and 8400 Shady Grove Road (18.73 acres, Hat Creek Development)
• Rezoning request at 8609 Timber Drive from AG and R-3 to R-1 continued to June 16, 2022
• Consideration of replat of Lots 3R, 3R1, and 3R2, Holder Smithfield Estates (8609 Timber Drive, 2.399 acres)
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2022 meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The May 26, 2022 meeting of the North Richland Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment was canceled. The agenda included a public hearing on a variance request from Tommy Cunningham at 1 Country Place Drive, but no action was taken due to the cancellation.

• Variance request from Tommy Cunningham for lot and area requirements at 1 Country Place Drive (ZBA22-0004) – hearing canceled

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive updates on library usage statistics, e-content purchases, and upcoming events such as Free Comic Book Day and the Mayor's Summer Reading Club. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions.

• Approve minutes of April 28, 2022 regular meeting
• Receive April 2022 library usage and statistics report
• Review e-content purchase report
• Update on Free Comic Book Day event
• Update on Mayor's Summer Reading Club

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council is conducting a two-day work session on May 20–21, 2022, focused on reviewing and setting strategic goals for the city. The agenda includes discussion of the 2019 strategic goals, the city's mission and vision, and short- and long-term priorities. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for planning and discussion only.

• Discussion of the 2019 strategic goals and their progress
• Review of city mission and vision statements
• Short-term and long-term strategic goal setting
• City Council code of conduct and rules of procedure review
• Public comments allowed on agenda items (not including public hearings)

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council is holding a two-day Goals and Vision Setting work session at the Wildcatter Ranch & Resort. The agenda includes discussion of the city's mission and vision, a review of 2019 strategic goals, and setting short-term and long-term strategic priorities. This is a work session, not a regular voting meeting.

• Discussion of city mission and vision
• Review of 2019 strategic goals
• Setting short-term and long-term strategic goals and priorities
• City Council code of conduct and rules of procedure
• Public comments opportunity on scheduled agenda items

Planning and Zoning Commission

The North Richland Hills Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning change requests and consider three property plat applications that determine land use and property boundaries. The agenda also includes a work session with a presentation by the Urban Land Institute Dallas-Fort Worth Center for Leadership and routine approval of April meeting minutes. No budget items, contracts, or fee changes are scheduled.

• ZC22-0022: Public hearing on a Planned Development revision for 8521 Davis Boulevard (2.09 acres) requested by Capital Real Estate Inc.
• ZC22-0025: Public hearing on an AG to R-2 zoning change at 8408 Franklin Court (0.23 acres) requested by Francisco and Melinda Zagal.
• ZC22-0026: Public hearing on an R-3 to R-1-S zoning change at 8104 Green Valley Drive (1.99 acres) requested by Scott Wood.
• PLAT22-0018 through PLAT22-0020: Consideration of three property replats and a final plat at 8100/8104 Green Valley Drive, 6613 Harmonson Road, and 8517 Davis Boulevard.

The commission approved a zoning amendment (ZC22-0022) to allow a child care center to lease a former private school building at 8521 Davis Boulevard, along with two plats for property subdivision and residential improvements, and two zoning changes for residential lots. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved final plat at 6613 Harmonson Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved replat at 8517 Davis Boulevard with conditions (5-0)
• Approved zoning change (PD revision) for 8521 Davis Boulevard for child care center (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-2 at 8408 Franklin Court (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-3 to R-1-S at 8104 Green Valley Drive (5-0)
• Approved replat of lots at 8100 and 8104 Green Valley Drive with conditions (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a mid-year financial report and the local option homestead exemption, followed by an executive session on litigation and economic development. In the regular meeting, they will consider consent agenda items including a $430,000 contract for public safety mobile data computers and a $328,500 contract for tennis/pickleball court replacement, as well as an ordinance updating child care facility regulations. They will also receive the audited FY2021 financial report and select officers for the coming year.

• Authorize $430,000 for replacing public safety mobile data computers via state contract (DIR-TSO-4025)
• Authorize $328,500 construction contract with T-Bar Fence, Inc. for Richfield Park tennis/pickleball court replacement (RFP 22-008)
• Consider Ordinance No. 3738 updating child care facility regulations to align with state Health and Human Services
• Discuss local option homestead exemption during work session
• Receive Fiscal Year 2021 Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Single Audit

The City Council approved a theatre covenant and agreement with Remember the Alamo LLC for property at 8358 Davis Boulevard, discussed a possible increase to the homestead exemption (directed staff to return next meeting), and approved the consent agenda including a $430,000 contract for public safety mobile data computers and a $328,500 tennis/pickleball court replacement. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent.

• Approved theatre covenant with Remember the Alamo LLC for 8358 Davis Blvd (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes, $430K mobile data computers, child care ordinance update, $328,500 Richfield Park tennis/pickleball court replacement (6-0)
• Received FY2021 audited annual comprehensive financial report and single audit (6-0)
• Appointed Tito Rodriguez as Mayor Pro Tem, Kelvin Deupree as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, Scott Turnage as Associate Mayor Pro Tem for one year (6-0)
• Discussed increasing homestead exemption from 15% (staff directed to bring ordinance in June; no vote taken)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

This regular meeting will consider approving the April 2022 minutes, receive a presentation from the Code Compliance Division of Neighborhood Services, and discuss new programs for schools as well as class schedules for 2022. Public comment periods are provided for items not on the agenda and those scheduled for consideration.

• Approve minutes of April 19, 2022 meeting
• Presentation from Code Compliance Division of Neighborhood Services
• Discussion on new programs for schools
• Discussion on classes and schedule for 2022

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session with a presentation from the Urban Land Institute, followed by a closed executive session on pending litigation and economic development negotiations at 8358 Davis Boulevard. In the regular meeting, they will vote on a consent agenda including plat approvals, a bulletproof vest grant application, an interlocal agreement for emergency medical service billing with Wittman Enterprises (up to $320,000), and an interlocal for slurry seal purchases. Public hearings are scheduled for two zoning changes from Agricultural to Residential at 7405 Hightower Drive and 7600 Shady Grove Road, along with related plats. The council will also consider a $424,450 engineering contract for the Big Fossil Interceptor Rehabilitation Project and authorize a $539,700 annual increase for city-wide general contractor services.

• Public hearings on zoning changes from AG to R-1 at 7405 Hightower Drive and to R-1-S at 7600 Shady Grove Road
• Professional services agreement with RJN Group for Big Fossil Interceptor Rehabilitation design, not to exceed $424,450
• Emergency Medical Service Billing contract with Wittman Enterprises through City of Euless interlocal, up to $320,000 over three years
• Increase in non-exclusive contracts with DFW Double D Contracting and Mart Inc. for general contractor services, up to $539,700 annually
• Plat approvals for Hewitt Estates (7524 Frankie B Street) and Watermere on the Preserve (8609 Davis Boulevard)

The City Council approved a consent agenda of routine items and two zoning changes to R-1 single-family residential. The council also met in executive session regarding litigation and economic development negotiations.

• Approved consent agenda items 7-0
• Approved zoning change to R-1 single-family residential at 7405 Hightower Drive (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to R-1-S special single-family residential at 7600 Shady Grove Road (7-0)
• Authorized submission of grant application for Bureau of Justice Assistance Bulletproof Vest Partnership
• Authorized execution of interlocal agreement with Town of Westover Hills for slurry seal
• Authorized execution of agreement with Wittman Enterprises for EMS billing and collections (up to $320,000)
• Met in executive session regarding litigation and economic development negotiations
• Heard public comment on zoning changes

Library Board

The Library Board will vote on a revised Circulation Policy and approve minutes from the March 2022 meeting. They will also receive updates on library usage statistics, the strategic plan, and upcoming programs such as Free Comic Book Day and the Mayor's Summer Reading Club.

• Discuss and adopt revised Circulation Policy
• Approve minutes of March 31, 2022 regular meeting
• Library usage and statistics report for March 2022
• Library Strategic Plan Report update
• Updates on AARP Tax Aide, Celebrate Culture series, Free Comic Book Day, Mayor's Summer Reading Club, and Library Painting Project

Sign Review Board

The Sign Review Board will consider two requests from Burkett Media Management LLC: a permit for nonconformity to allow a digital billboard conversion at 7702 NE Loop 820, and an amendment to modify landscaping requirements at 8650 Airport Freeway. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its March 28 meeting.

• Permit for nonconformity for digital billboard conversion at 7702 NE Loop 820 (Lot 4R1A, Richland Terrace Addition)
• Amendment to permit for nonconformity to modify landscaping at 8650 Airport Freeway (Lot 3, Block B, Richland Oaks Addition)
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2022 Sign Review Board meeting

The Sign Review Board approved a request from Burkett Media Management LLC to convert an existing sign to a digital billboard. The board also approved modifications to landscaping requirements for the property at 8650 Airport Freeway.

• Approved March 28, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved SRB22-0003 digital billboard conversion at 7702 NE Loop 820 (6-0)
• Approved amendment to SRB22-0002 landscaping requirements at 8650 Airport Freeway (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the amended FY2021/2022 budget and consider consent items including a $395,215.25 radio purchase and a $140,000 annual utility billing contract. Public works items include a $4.4M road construction award, a $249,845.50 sewer improvement contract, and a $171,455 engineering design contract. The council will also enter executive session for legal advice on pending bankruptcy litigation and property negotiations at 9111 Hawk Avenue and 6020 Walker Boulevard.

• Award construction contract for Bedford Euless Road Project (ST2111) to Quality Excavation, LLC for $4,434,922.61
• Authorize $395,215.25 for 65 Public Safety portable radios from Motorola Solutions
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 3735 amending Fiscal Year 2021/2022 budget
• Consider final plat of Rumfield Estates, 9.273 acres at 7501 Precinct Line Road
• Consider replat of Lots 11-R and 12-R, Block 2, W.E. Odell Addition at 8005 Mickey Street

The City Council approved an ordinance amending the fiscal year 2021/2022 budget to fund Iron Horse Golf Course and NRH 20 Aquatic Park. The council also approved multiple construction contracts for sewer improvements, the Lariat Trail, and the Bedford Euless Road project.

• Approved Ordinance 3735 amending FY 2021/2022 budget (6-0)
• Approved Plat 22-0012 for Rumfield Estates (6-0)
• Approved Plat 22-0013 for W.E. Odell Addition (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-021 for Paramount Street sewer improvements ($249,845.50) (6-0)
• Authorized agreement with Multatech Engineering for Lariat Trail design ($171,455) (6-0)
• Awarded RFB 22-017 to Quality Excavation for Bedford Euless Road ($4,434,922.61) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including police radios ($395,215.25) (6-0)
• Authorized agreement with Dataprose for utility printing services ($140,000) (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests to rezone properties from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential: 7405 Hightower Drive (2.238 acres, R-1) and 7600 Shady Grove Road (3.86 acres, R-1-S). They also consider final plats for multiple subdivisions, including Hewitt Estates, Alonso Charles Addition, and replats in Watermere on the Preserve and McKee Addition.

• Public hearing on rezoning 7405 Hightower Drive from AG to R-1
• Public hearing on rezoning 7600 Shady Grove Road from AG to R-1-S
• Final plat for Lots 11 and 12R, Block A, Hewitt Estates (7524 Frankie B Street)
• Final plat for Alonso Charles Addition (7405 Hightower Drive)
• Replat for Lots 2R, 3, and 4, Block 1, McKee Addition (7600 and 7612 Shady Grove Road)

The Commission approved a zoning change from Agricultural to R-1 Single-Family Residential at 7405 Hightower Drive (5-0), along with a corresponding final plat. Also approved was a zoning change from Agricultural to R-1-S Special Single-Family at 7600 Shady Grove Road (5-0) with a related replat. Other plats approved included replats at 8609 Davis Boulevard (5-0) and 7524 Frankie B Street (5-0). All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved ZC22-0023: zoning change from AG to R-1 at 7405 Hightower Drive (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0017: final plat for Alonso Charles Addition at 7405 Hightower Drive (5-0)
• Approved ZC22-0024: zoning change from AG to R-1-S at 7600 Shady Grove Road (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0016: replat of Lots 2R, 3, 4 at 7600/7612 Shady Grove Road (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0015: replat of Lots 2R2R and 2R3 at 8609 Davis Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0014: final plat for Lots 11 and 12R at 7524 Frankie B Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Commission will discuss creating a scholarship, receive program updates from Keep Texas Beautiful, and plan classes and schedules for 2022. The only action item is approving the February 15, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Discuss creation of a Keep NRH Beautiful Scholarship
• Keep Texas Beautiful Program Updates
• Discuss classes and schedule for 2022
• Approve minutes of February 15, 2022 meeting

City Council

The council will vote on several public‑works contracts, including a $1,727,955 utility reconstruction project on five residential streets. A public hearing will consider Ordinance No. 3734 to amend the FY 2021/2022 budget. The body will also consider a resolution to apply for a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant for two generators.

• Approve $1,727,955 contract with R&D Burns Brothers, Inc. for utility reconstruction on Meadow Oak Drive, Pearl Street, Southampton Drive, Stonybrooke Drive, and Dawn Drive.
• Approve $871,543.01 contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc. (dba Texas Bit) for Year 2 asphalt/subgrade work on Meadow Oak Drive, Diamond Loch West, Pearl Street, and Southampton Drive.
• Approve $392,141.00 contract with Apex Construction, Inc. for first renewal of Bid No. 21-011 for Year 2 Bond Street Improvements on the same streets.
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 3734 to amend the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Amended Budget.
• Consider Resolution No. 2022-020 to apply for a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant for two generators ($568,260) with a city match of $142,065.

The City Council approved a budget amendment for public safety servers and three contracts totaling $2.99 million for street bond improvements. They also authorized payments for cybersecurity services, fuel, and FEMA hazard mitigation generators.

• Approved budget amendment for public safety servers ($128,000)
• Approved asphalt/subgrade work contract ($871,543)
• Approved street improvement renewal contract ($392,141)
• Approved utility reconstruction contract ($1,727,955)
• Authorized payment for public safety server replacement ($360,000)
• Authorized cybersecurity services contract ($90,000)
• Authorized fuel purchase contract ($1,509,442)
• Authorized FEMA hazard mitigation grant application ($568,260)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and vote on two plat requests: a final plat for Rumfield Estates (9.273 acres at 7501 Precinct Line Road) and a replat of two lots on Mickey Street. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Final plat of Rumfield Estates, 9.273 acres at 7501 Precinct Line Road (PLAT22-0012)
• Replat of Lots 11R and 12R, Block 2, W.E. Odell Addition, 0.495 acres at 8005 Mickey Street (PLAT22-0013)
• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2022 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two subdivision plats with conditions. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting.

• Approved March 3, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Plat22-0012 Rumfield Estates with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Plat22-0013 Odell Addition replat with conditions (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hear annual presentations from youth sports associations for 2021 and receive department updates on NRH2O water park, capital projects, maintenance, and recreation centers. The only action item is approval of minutes from February. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Youth Sports Associations Annual Presentations for 2021 (discussion only)
• NRH2O Family Water Park update
• Parks Capital Projects update
• Parks Maintenance and Operations update
• Community Service Monthly Reports (January–February) and Board updates (February–March)

Library Board

The North Richland Hills Library Board will hold a regular meeting on March 31, 2022. They plan to approve minutes from the March 3 meeting and receive several departmental updates, including library usage statistics for February, a strategic planning update, and a budget update. The board will also discuss personnel updates and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of the March 3, 2022 regular Library Board meeting
• Receive February 2022 library usage and statistics report
• Receive library strategic planning update
• Receive budget update
• Discuss and consider date for next Library Board meeting

Sign Review Board

The North Richland Hills Sign Review Board will consider a permit for nonconformity to allow a digital billboard conversion at 8650 Airport Freeway. The board will also approve minutes from its September 2021 meeting.

• Consideration of a permit for nonconformity (SRB22-0002) for digital billboard conversion at 8650 Airport Freeway by Burkett Media Management LLC

The Sign Review Board approved a request from Burkett Media Management LLC to convert an existing sign to a digital billboard. The approval includes specific requirements for sign height and landscaping.

• Approved minutes of the September 13, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved SRB22-0002 for digital billboard conversion at 8650 Airport Freeway with a maximum height of 75 feet and specific landscaping requirements (6-0)

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss and vote on multiple items, including a $302,241 engineering design contract for the Iron Horse West Project, a public hearing on the 48th Year Community Development Block Grant Program, and consent agenda items such as plat approvals and a $100,000 alarm system contract for NRH2O Family Water Park.

• Public hearing and resolution adopting the 48th Year Community Development Block Grant Program
• Authorization of $302,241 engineering design contract with Pacheco Koch Consulting Engineers for Iron Horse West Project (ST2117)
• Authorization of alarm systems contract with Johnson Controls Security Solutions for NRH2O, not to exceed $100,000 over five years
• Purchase of portable video detection and alerting system from Buyers Barricades for $68,790
• Approval of interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for Remote Video Magistration Services

The City Council approved a $369,416 Community Development Block Grant to reconstruct Sau Paulo Court and authorized multiple contracts for road improvements and security services. No public comments were heard during the meeting.

• Approved $369,416 CDBG grant for Sau Paulo Court reconstruction (6-0)
• Authorized $302,241 engineering contract for Iron Horse West project (6-0)
• Authorized $100,000 security services contract with Johnson Controls (6-0)
• Approved $68,790 purchase of portable video detection system (6-0)
• Approved $36,000 matching funds for Tarrant County HOME program (6-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for remote video magistration services (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plats for St. Joseph Estates and Tivoli Garden Estates (6-0)
• No action taken from executive session regarding bankruptcy litigation

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request (ZBA22-0003) from Mehndy Ali to deviate from Section 118‑314 off‑street parking standards for a 0.20‑acre lot at 6801 Ridgetop Road, Foster Village Addition. The board will also approve the minutes from its January 27, 2022 meeting. No other items are listed for decision.

• Approve minutes of the January 27, 2022 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting.
• Public hearing and consideration of variance request (ZBA22-0003) for off‑street parking standards at 6801 Ridgetop Road, 0.20 acres, Lot 17, Block 5, Foster Village Addition.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a request for a variance from off-street parking standards at 6801 Ridgetop Road. The board also approved the minutes from the January 27, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of the January 27, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Denied variance request ZBA22-0003 for off-street parking at 6801 Ridgetop Road (4-1)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its May 13, 2021 meeting. It will review a 2021 year‑in‑review, including development trends and new business updates. The committee will receive updates on several projects, such as the Street Bond, City Point development, and the Smithfield mixed‑use development. A market review of the Fort Worth Chamber Regional Economic Development Partnership will also be discussed.

• Approve minutes of the May 13, 2021 Economic Development Committee meeting
• 2021 Year in Review – development trends and new business update
• Street Bond Project Update
• City Point Development Update
• Smithfield Mixed Use Development Update

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will hold public hearings on two properties: one at 5600 Newman Drive for an accumulation violation and another at 6332 Onyx Drive S for a substandard structure. The board may order abatement, repair, or demolition. It will also approve minutes from the February 8 meeting and receive a status report on 2021 cases.

• Public hearing on accumulation at 5600 Newman Drive (Block 6, Lot 21, Irish Meadows Addition)
• Public hearing on substandard structure at 6332 Onyx Drive S (Block 16, Lot 1, Richland Hills West Addition)
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting
• Staff status report on SBB ordered cases in calendar year 2021

City Council

The city council will hold a public hearing on a request for a special use permit for a quick-service restaurant at 5555 Rufe Snow Drive. They will also consider the 2022 Preventive Street Maintenance Program and an interlocal agreement to resurface Onyx Drive South. Additionally, they will vote on accepting a $2,639,791.45 anti-gang grant and on canceling the May 7 general election due to unopposed candidates.

• Public hearing on special use permit for quick-service restaurant at 5555 Rufe Snow Drive (5.4 acres, Lot 1R, Block 4, Industrial Park Addition)
• Consider 2022 Preventive Street Maintenance Program
• Authorize interlocal agreement with Tarrant County to resurface Onyx Drive South from Billy Faye Drive to Bonzer Street
• Consider acceptance of $2,639,791.45 Supplemental Grant for North Texas Anti-Gang Center (FY2022 budget $3,524,121.80)
• Resolution to cancel May 7, 2022 General Election due to unopposed candidates

City Council approved acceptance of a $2,639,791.45 supplemental grant from the Governor's Office for the North Texas Anti-Gang Center, increasing its FY2022 budget to $3,524,121.80. Council also approved the 2022 Preventive Street Maintenance Program covering 72 streets at a cost of $1,161,879. A special use permit for a quick service restaurant (PJ's Coffee) at 5555 Rufe Snow Drive was approved (6-0). The general election scheduled for May 7 was canceled as all candidates are unopposed.

• Accepted $2,639,791.45 anti-gang grant (6-0)
• Approved $1,161,879 street maintenance program (6-0)
• Authorized interlocal agreement for Onyx Drive South rehab (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for quick service restaurant at 5555 Rufe Snow Drive (6-0)
• Authorized FY2023 anti-gang grant application (6-0)
• Canceled May 7 general election (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 28 minutes (6-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will consider approving the minutes from November 18, 2021. The board will receive updates on overdue fee elimination, library usage statistics, a patron survey, and upcoming events. Strategic planning and the FY 22/23 budget process are also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of November 18, 2021 regular Library Board meeting
• Overdue fee elimination update
• Library usage and statistics November 2021 through January 2022 reports
• Library patron survey update
• Budget process FY 22/23 update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider four plat applications: a replat at 7409 Bursey Road and 8008 Valley Drive (Jason Haynie), a preliminary plat at 7704 Davis Boulevard (ANA Consultants), an amended plat at 8505 Fresh Meadows Road (Karma Associate LLC), and a preliminary plat at 7509 Chapman Road (Torino LLC). Public comments are allowed on agenda items not scheduled as public hearings. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 17, 2022 meeting.

• Replat of Lots 8R and 9, Block B, Green Valley Country Estates (3.984 acres) at 7409 Bursey Road and 8008 Valley Drive – Jason Haynie requesting.
• Preliminary plat of Lots 1X, 2-13, 14X & 15X, Block 3, St Joseph Estates (3.35 acres) at 7704 Davis Boulevard – ANA Consultants requesting.
• Amended plat of Lot 2R, Block 2, Fresh Meadows Estates (0.25 acres) at 8505 Fresh Meadows Road – Karma Associate LLC requesting.
• Preliminary plat of Tivoli Garden Estates (3.06 acres) at 7509 Chapman Road – Torino LLC requesting.

The Commission approved four separate plat requests for residential properties with conditions outlined by the Development Review Committee. The board also approved the minutes from the February 17, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 17, 2022, meeting (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0008 replat for 7409 Bursey Road and 8008 Valley Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0011 preliminary plat for 7704 Davis Boulevard with conditions (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0010 amended plat for 8505 Fresh Meadows Road with conditions (5-0)
• Approved PLAT22-0009 preliminary plat for 7509 Chapman Road with conditions (5-0)

Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Committee

The CIP Committee will consider approving the 2022 Preventive Street Maintenance Program and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Consider approval of the 2022 Preventive Street Maintenance Program

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change from agricultural to single-family residential at 1 Country Place Drive, along with a final plat for the same property. They will also vote on awarding a $112,626 annual contract for aquatic chemicals for the water park and community center. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the purchase or value of four properties.

• Public hearing on zoning change (AG to R-1) at 1 Country Place Drive (1.26 acres)
• Consideration of final plat for Lot 1, Block 5, Country Place Estates at 1 Country Place Drive
• Award contract to Commercial Chemical Products (dba Poolsure) for aquatic chemicals, annual amount not to exceed $112,626
• Executive session to deliberate purchase/exchange/lease of 5020, 5024 Cummings Drive, 4908 Marilyn Lane, and Lot 6 Block 8 Woodcrest Addition
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2022 meeting

The City Council approved a zoning change for 1.26 acres at 1 Country Place Drive from Agricultural (AG) to Single-Family Residential (R-1) and the corresponding final plat for one new home. The council also authorized three property sales from executive session, including 5020 Cummings Drive for $111,100, 5024 Cummings Drive for $85,500, and Lot 6 Block 8 Woodcrest Addition for $111,000. A consent agenda was approved that included a one-year aquatic chemicals contract for $112,626. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Zoning Change ZC22-0020 from AG to R-1 at 1 Country Place Drive (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat PLAT22-0007 for Lot 1 Block 5 Country Place Estates (6-0)
• Authorized sale of 5020 Cummings Drive to Malak Jacoub for $111,100 (6-0)
• Authorized sale of 5024 Cummings Drive to Nathan Bohannon for $85,500 (6-0)
• Authorized sale of Lot 6 Block 8 Woodcrest Addition to Daniel Phillip for $111,000 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 14 meeting minutes and $112,626 aquatic chemicals contract (6-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will approve minutes from November 2021 and receive updates on several department initiatives. Key topics include a proposal to eliminate overdue fees, library usage statistics, a patron survey, and plans for the fall concert series and holiday events. No final votes on policy changes are scheduled; the board will also discuss the FY 2022/23 budget process and strategic planning.

• Update on overdue fee elimination
• Library usage and statistics reports (November 2021–January 2022)
• Library patron survey update
• Fall Concert Series update
• Budget process update for FY 2022/23

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Mehndy Ali for relief from off-street parking standards at 6801 Ridgetop Road. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments on agenda items.

• Public hearing on variance ZBA22-0003 from Section 118-314 (off-street parking standards) for Lot 17, Block 5, Foster Village Addition at 6801 Ridgetop Road

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change to single-family residential and a final plat for Country Place Estates. The commission also approved a special use permit for a quick-service restaurant. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes for January 6, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Approved zoning change AG to R-1 for 1 Country Place Drive (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for quick-service restaurant at 5555 Rufe Snow Drive (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Country Place Estates with conditions (6-0)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss the creation of a scholarship and an application for the Governor’s Community Achievement Award. Members will also discuss the schedule and classes for 2022.

• Creation of a Keep NRH Beautiful Scholarship
• Governor’s Community Achievement Award Application
• 2022 classes and schedule

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a public hearing on amending the FY2021/2022 budget and consider defeasance of debt for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 2. Other items include removing parking restrictions on Bob Drive, amending library fees, and approving consent items such as purchasing three police motorcycles for $123,357.64 and a water park advertising agreement up to $225,000. The council will also discuss potential real property and economic development negotiations in executive session.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 3729 – amendment to FY2021/2022 budget
• Resolution 2022-012 – defeasance and redemption of TIRZ #2 debt
• Consent item B.2 – purchase of 3 police motorcycles from Longhorn Harley-Davidson for $123,357.64
• Consent item B.3 – advertising agreement with StraTact Media Group for NRH 2O Family Water Park up to $225,000
• Ordinance 3730 – remove parking restrictions on portions of Bob Drive

The City Council voted 7-0 to amend the FY 2021/2022 budget to close Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones 1/1A and 2, and authorized the defeasance and redemption of all outstanding debt tied to TIF 2. The Council also approved removing parking restrictions on Bob Drive, eliminating overdue library fines effective March 1, and authorized a lease amendment with Sweetie Pie's Ribeyes NRH L.L.C. All consent agenda items, including the purchase of three police motorcycles and a media advertising contract, were approved unanimously.

• Approved budget amendment to close TIF 1/1A and TIF 2 (7-0)
• Authorized defeasance and redemption of TIF 2 debt obligations (7-0)
• Approved removal of parking restrictions on west side of Bob Drive (7-0)
• Approved ordinance eliminating library overdue fines, effective March 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute first amendment to lease with Sweetie Pie's Ribeyes NRH L.L.C. (7-0)
• Approved purchase of three police motorcycles for $123,357.64 (consent, 7-0)
• Authorized media advertising agreement with StratAct Media Group for up to $225,000 (consent, 7-0)
• Approved MOU with Fort Worth for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (consent, 7-0)

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will consider three action items: approving the November 9, 2021 meeting minutes, electing a chair and vice chair for 2022, and completing its required annual training. A public comments period is provided for citizens to address board matters not on the public‑hearing agenda. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the November 9, 2021 Substandard Building Board meeting
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• 2022 Substandard Building Board annual training

Parks and Recreation Board

This meeting is largely procedural. The board will approve minutes from December 2021, introduce a new member, and receive updates on NRH2O water park, capital projects, maintenance, and various recreation facilities.

• Introduction of new Parks and Recreation Board member
• Approval of December 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• NRH2O Family Water Park update
• Parks Capital Projects update
• Parks Maintenance and Operations update

City Council

This is a two-day work session (Feb 4-5, 2022) for the North Richland Hills City Council to discuss and set strategic goals and priorities. The agenda includes review of the 2019 strategic goals and development of short- and long-term priorities. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; it is a planning and visioning exercise.

• Discussion of 2019 strategic goals
• Setting short-term and long-term strategic goals and priorities
• Review of city mission and vision
• Council will adopt code of conduct and rules of procedure

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a two-day work session to discuss and set short- and long-term strategic goals, the city mission and vision, and rules of procedure. No formal votes or public hearings on specific projects are scheduled; the session is solely for planning.

• Discussion of 2019 strategic goals
• Short-term and long-term strategic goals and priorities
• City Council code of conduct and rules of procedure
• City mission and vision review
• Public comments on agenda items (no public hearings)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 1.26 acres at 1 Country Place Drive from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential, and consider a related final plat for the same property. It will also approve minutes from the January 6 meeting.

• Public hearing for zoning change (ZC22-0020) from AG to R-1 at 1 Country Place Drive
• Final plat request (PLAT22-0007) for Lot 1, Block 5, Country Place Estates
• Approval of minutes from January 6, 2022 meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Tricia Bradford for a permanent accessory building at 7554 Terry Drive, seeking relief from Section 118-718(c) of the zoning ordinance. The board also plans to approve minutes from its October 28, 2021 meeting. The meeting includes a work session to discuss regular agenda items.

• Public hearing on variance ZBA22-0002 for permanent accessory building regulations at 7554 Terry Drive
• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2021 meeting

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance request for a permanent accessory building at 7554 Terry Drive. The board also approved the minutes from the October 28, 2021 meeting. No public comments were heard during the regular meeting.

• Approved minutes of Oct 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved variance for permanent accessory building at 7554 Terry Drive (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The commission will discuss and review the city's compensation and benefit programs, though no formal action is scheduled on that item. They are also set to approve minutes from the January 2021 meeting and elect a chair and vice-chair for 2022. The meeting includes public comment periods for non-agenda and agenda items.

• Review City compensation and benefit programs (discussion only)
• Nomination and selection of chair and vice-chair for 2022
• Approve minutes of January 26, 2021 regular meeting
• Citizen presentations and public comments periods

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 Board will meet to consider appointing a Vice-Chair and Secretary and to discuss and accept the 2021 Annual Report. The board will also approve minutes from October 2019 and hear citizen comments.

• Appointment of Vice-Chair and Secretary for TIRZ No. 3
• Acceptance of the 2021 Annual Report for TIRZ No. 3
• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2019 meeting

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2

The North Richland Hills Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2 Board will consider approving October 2021 minutes, accepting the 2021 annual report, and amending the project and finance plans. The board will also receive a report on project and financial status and consider recommending the City Council to close the zone.

• Approve minutes of October 11, 2021 TIRZ No. 2 Board meeting
• Discuss and accept the TIRZ No. 2 Annual Report for 2021
• Consider amendment to the TIRZ No. 2 Project Plan
• Consider amendment to the TIRZ No. 2 Finance Plan
• Receive report on zone status and consider recommendation to close the zone

City Council

The city council will hold a work session to discuss parking restrictions on Bob Drive and meet with Kemper Sports Management executives. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with purchases and grant applications, public hearings on a zoning revision for GritrSports at 7901 Boulevard 26 and a juvenile curfew ordinance, and action items such as a SAFER grant for three firefighter positions, a management agreement for Iron Horse Golf Course, and calling the May 7 election.

• Discuss parking restrictions on Bob Drive
• Authorize $250,000 purchase of library materials from Baker and Taylor
• Authorize $80,903 for Eventide recording software using ARPA funding
• Public hearing on zoning revision for GritrSports at 7901 Boulevard 26
• Consider SAFER grant for salary/benefits of three additional firefighters for three years

City Council authorized the city manager to negotiate and execute a management agreement with Kemper Sports Management, Inc. for Iron Horse Golf Course, replacing an expiring contract. Council also approved several other items including continuation of the juvenile curfew ordinance, a zoning revision for GRITRSports to sell up to seven used SUVs, a SAFER grant application for three firefighter positions, and the redemption of $3,150,000 in PID bonds. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda including library materials, Microsoft licensing, dispatch software, and grant applications (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3728 revising NR-PD zoning at 7901 Boulevard 26 for GRITRSports to sell up to seven used SUVs (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3726 continuing the juvenile curfew ordinance (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-007 redeeming $3,150,000 in City Point PID bonds (7-0)
• Authorized city manager to negotiate and execute management agreement with Kemper Sports Management for Iron Horse Golf Course (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-008 authorizing SAFER grant application for three additional firefighter positions (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-009 calling May 7, 2022 City Council election for Mayor and Places 2, 4, 6 (7-0)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting with citizen presentations and public comments. The only action item is approval of minutes from November 2021. Discussion items include creating a mascot, establishing a scholarship, applying for the Governor’s Community Achievement Award, and planning 2022 classes and schedule.

• Approve minutes of November 16, 2021 meeting
• Discuss mascot for the commission
• Discuss creation of a Keep NRH Beautiful scholarship
• Discuss Governor's Community Achievement Award application
• Discuss classes and schedule for 2022

City Council

The council will hold a work session to discuss the 2021 Citizen Survey Report, library overdue fees, and NRH 2O Family Water Park ticket pricing. The regular meeting includes public hearings on a drive-through special use permit at 8900 North Tarrant Parkway, a zoning change at 7704 Davis Boulevard, impact fee amendments, a juvenile curfew ordinance, and youth program standards. Consent agenda items include interlocal agreements for a joint crime victim program and TAG Center compensation increases.

• Public hearing on juvenile curfew ordinance (Ordinance No. 3726)
• Zoning change request from C-2 to RI-PD at 7704 Davis Boulevard
• Interlocal agreement for joint Crime Victim Assistance Program with Haltom City, Watauga, and Richland Hills
• TAG Center Administrator compensation increased to $167,257.83; Analyst to $82,079.22
• Annual custodial supplies contract with Complete Supply, Inc. not to exceed $125,000

The City Council approved a consent agenda including minutes, a meeting schedule, an interlocal agreement, and amendments to anti-gang center contracts. Staff presented a proposal to eliminate library overdue fees and a plan to adjust water park ticket prices.

• Approved consent agenda items 5-0
• Authorized TAG Center Administrator salary increase to $167,257.83
• Authorized TAG Center Analyst salary increase to $82,079.22
• Authorized submission of Assistance to Firefighters Grant application
• Authorized annual custodial supplies contract not to exceed $125,000
• Discussed eliminating library overdue fees
• Discussed increasing NRH 20 water park ticket prices

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request from Weby Corp to revise the Nonresidential Planned Development (NR-PD) for GritrSports on 9.04 acres at 7901 Boulevard 26. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the November 18 and December 2, 2021 meetings.

• Public hearing on ZC21-0013: Weby Corp request to revise NR-PD for GritrSports at 7901 Boulevard 26 (9.04 acres)
• Approve minutes of November 18, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Approve minutes of December 2, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a revision to the Nonresidential Planned Development (NR-PD) for Gritrsports at 7901 Boulevard 26, allowing modified site plans for the car-sales and detailing business. The commission also approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved revision of NR-PD for Gritrsports at 7901 Boulevard 26 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 meeting (4-0-1, Hoffa abstaining)
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)