North Richland Hills public meetings in 2024

Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee

The Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from September 2024 and receive department reports on FY2024/2025 shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services statistics, special events including Clear the Shelters and low-cost vaccination clinics, and current staffing levels. The committee will also discuss the effectiveness and efficiency of the city pet license program. No public hearings or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of September 25, 2024 meeting
• Fiscal Year 2024/2025 divisional statistics for shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services
• Special events: Clear the Shelters, Doggie Beach Bash, Low-Cost Vaccination Clinics
• Current staffing levels report
• Discussion of city pet license program effectiveness and efficiency

Youth Advisory Committee

The North Richland Hills Youth Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, hear a presentation from Police Assistant Chief Ed Wright, and discuss potential service opportunities and projects for the committee. Public comments are accepted on agenda items.

• Approve minutes of November 13, 2024 meeting
• Police Department Assistant Chief Ed Wright to give presentation
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission is holding a special meeting to judge the 2024 Christmas Lighting Contest. Members will gather at City Hall and travel by van to conduct the judging.

• Judge the 2024 Christmas Lighting Contest

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission is holding a special meeting on December 15, 2024, to judge the 2024 Christmas Lighting Contest. Commission members will board a van from City Hall to conduct the judging. The meeting agenda contains only this discussion item and procedural items.

• Judge the 2024 Christmas Lighting Contest

City Council

The City Council meets for a work session to discuss the 2025 meeting schedule, legislative program, naming board rules, and TxDOT's proposal for raised medians on Boulevard 26. In the regular session, it will consider a consent agenda including several contracts and purchases, hold public hearings on zoning changes and a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit, and vote on resolutions such as a $4 million technology contract with Tyler Technologies, allocation of opioid settlement funds, and issuance of certificates of obligation.

• Public hearing for a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 7421 Hightower Drive
• Public hearings for zoning changes at 8033 Valley Drive, 8800 Kirk Lane, 7536 Kirk Road, and 8900 Amundson Drive
• Award of $189,661 for concrete lined channel rehabilitation project near Cotton Belt Trail
• Purchase of a Frazer ambulance for $460,460 from Sterling McCall Ford
• Consider $4 million contract with Tyler Technologies for technology solutions through 2030

The City Council approved the consent agenda and rescheduled several 2025 meetings, including moving the March 10 meeting to March 3 and canceling July 14, July 28, November 24, and December 22 meetings. The Council also supported a TxDOT project to install raised medians on Boulevard 26.

• Approved consent agenda items 7-0
• Rescheduled March 10 meeting to March 3
• Rescheduled May 12 meeting to May 14
• Rescheduled May 26 meeting to May 27
• Cancelled July 14, July 28, November 24, and December 22 meetings
• Supported TxDOT raised median project on Boulevard 26
• Directed staff to update comprehensive land use plan
• Directed staff to appoint capital improvements advisory committee

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider staff recommendations on the Park Amenity Request Policy for the FY2025/26 Capital Improvement Program budget. The board will also consider recommending to City Council the readoption of the NRH Youth Programs Standards of Care Ordinance. Department updates include NRH2O Water Park, parks capital projects, and maintenance operations.

• Review Park Amenity Request Policy and recommendations for FY2025/26 CIP budget
• Consider recommendation to City Council to readopt NRH Youth Programs Standards of Care Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting
• Updates on NRH2O Family Water Park
• Parks Capital Projects update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several items: a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 7421 Hightower Drive, zoning changes at 8033 Valley Drive (AG to RE-1), 8800 Kirk Lane (RE-1 to R-2), and 7536 Kirk Road (R-2 to RE-1), and a revision to a special use permit for a self-storage facility at 8213 and 8225 Boulevard 26. The commission will also consider a plat exception for underground utility lines at Wayfarer Addition. Decisions on these requests will follow the hearings.

• Special use permit for accessory dwelling unit at 7421 Hightower Drive (1.962 acres)
• Zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 8033 Valley Drive (1.89 acres)
• Zoning change from RE-1 to R-2 at 8800 Kirk Lane (720 sq ft)
• Zoning change from R-2 to RE-1 at 7536 Kirk Road (1,140 sq ft)
• Revision to special use permit and new permit for self-storage facility at 8213 and 8225 Boulevard 26 (5.832 acres)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 7421 Hightower Drive, a zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 8033 Valley Drive, two zoning changes for properties at 8800 Kirk Lane and 7536 Kirk Road, and a revision and new special use permit for a self-storage facility at 8213 and 8225 Boulevard 26. They also approved an exception to the subdivision ordinance for underground utility lines at 6716 Stardust Drive. All votes were 7-0 except the self-storage permit, which was approved without a recorded vote tally.

• Approved special use permit for accessory dwelling unit at 7421 Hightower Dr (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 8033 Valley Dr (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from RE-1 to R-2 at 8800 Kirk Ln (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-2 to RE-1 at 7536 Kirk Rd (7-0)
• Approved revision to special use permit and new permit for self-storage facility at 8213 & 8225 Boulevard 26 (approved, no tally given)
• Approved exception to subdivision ordinance for underground utility lines at 6716 Stardust Dr (7-0)

Library Board

The North Richland Hills Library Board will meet on November 21, 2024, to approve minutes from September, introduce a new board member, and receive updates on furniture installation, library usage statistics, and programs. No public hearings or major policy changes are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of September 19, 2024 regular Library Board meeting
• Introduction of new board member
• Library furniture installation update
• Library Usage and Statistics: September-October 2024 reports
• Discuss and consider date for next Library Board meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The North Richland Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a work session and regular meeting. During the regular meeting, the board will conduct public hearings and consider two variance requests: one for a variance from refuse container screening requirements at 8237 and 8241 Mid-Cities Boulevard, and another for a variance from screening wall and fence criteria at 8341 Odell Street. The meeting also includes citizen public comments on scheduled agenda items.

• Public hearing on ZBA24-0017: variance from Section 118-874 (screening of outdoor refuse containers) at 8237 and 8241 Mid-Cities Boulevard (1.01 acres, Lots 10 and 11, Block 1, Pavillion Park Addition)
• Public hearing on ZBA24-0018: variance from Section 118-873 (screening wall and fence criteria) at 8341 Odell Street (0.156 acres, Lot 54R1, Block 2, Stonybrooke South Addition)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will vote on approving minutes from October and hear a presentation from Animal Services Manager Keane Menefee. Members will also discuss potential service opportunities and projects.

• Approve minutes of October 16, 2024 meeting
• Staff presentation from Animal Services Manager Keane Menefee
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3

The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 Board will consider approving the minutes from its November 2023 meeting and review the 2024 annual report. No new projects, rezoning, or financial commitments are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the November 13, 2023 TIRZ No. 3 Board meeting
• Review and accept the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3 Annual Report for 2024

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting. The regular agenda includes public hearings on four zoning requests, approval of a $478,908.95 purchase of cardiac monitor defibrillators, and a $709,850 contract amendment with DataVox for technology solutions. The council will also discuss the charter review process for the 2025 election and the Mosquito Surveillance and Response Program.

• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to R-1 at 6832 Walter Street (2.10 acres)
• Public hearing on special use permit for permanent accessory building at 8611 Timber Drive
• Authorize purchase of seven Lifepak 35 defibrillators from Stryker Sales for $478,908.95 using ARPA funds
• Authorize amendment with DataVox, Inc. for technology services not to exceed $709,850
• Executive session discussion on purchase and sale agreement for 6701 Davis Boulevard and real property at 7917 Main Street and 7921 Main Street

The council approved a revision to Planned Development 7 for the Community Enrichment Center (6-0-1, one abstention) and a special use permit for an accessory building on Timber Drive. They also approved consent items including the purchase of cardiac monitor defibrillators ($478,908.95) and an Oncor license agreement for NRH2O Water Park. During the work session, the council directed staff to discontinue ground mosquito spraying and to implement traffic calming on North College Circle, including road humps and a formal pedestrian crossing.

• Approved revision to Planned Development 7 at 6250 NE Loop 820 (6-0-1, Rodriguez abstaining)
• Approved special use permit for permanent accessory building at 8611 Timber Drive (motion carried, no tally recorded)
• Approved Oncor commercial license agreement for NRH2O Water Park with corrected address (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including: purchase of defibrillators ($478,908.95), pool safety training ($72,000), AV equipment ($79,800), and drainage easement (7-0)
• Removed item B.7 from consent agenda for separate consideration (7-0)
• Directed staff to discontinue ground mosquito spraying (work session consensus)
• Directed traffic calming on North College Circle: school zone expansion, road humps, pedestrian crossing with parking restrictions (work session direction)
• Directed staff to proceed with charter review process including public input and broadcasted meetings (work session direction)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss items from the regular meeting and unmanned aircraft system staging area standards. During the regular meeting, the Commission will hold public hearings on four zoning requests, including a revision to Planned Development 7, a special use permit for a permanent accessory building, and two zoning changes from agricultural to residential. The Commission will also consider final plats for Smithfield Station Addition (5.998 acres at Smithfield Road and Arthur Drive) and Wayfarer Addition (2.913 acres at 6716 Stardust Drive).

• Public hearing on revision to Planned Development 7 (Community Enrichment Center) at 6250 NE Loop 820
• Public hearing on special use permit for permanent accessory building at 8611 Timber Drive
• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to R-1 at 6832 Walter Street
• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to R-2 at 8900 Amundson Drive
• Consideration of final plats for Smithfield Station Addition (5.998 acres) and Wayfarer Addition (2.913 acres)

The commission unanimously approved two final plats for new subdivisions, a planned development revision, a special use permit for a permanent accessory building with modified roof pitch, and two zoning changes from agricultural to residential. All votes were 6-0 or 7-0. No public comments were received on any item.

• Approved minutes of Sept 19 and Oct 3, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Smithfield Station Addition at Smithfield Rd & Arthur Dr (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Wayfarer Addition at 6716 Stardust Dr (6-0)
• Approved revision to Planned Development 7 at 6250 NE Loop 820 for storage containers (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for permanent accessory building at 8611 Timber Dr with 3:12 roof pitch (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-1 at 6832 Walter St (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-2 at 8900 Amundson Dr (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting following a work session. The consent agenda includes contract amendments for uniforms and public safety supplies, a camera van purchase, and custodial supplies. Public hearings will consider preliminary plats for two subdivisions: Orchard Walk Estates (4.298 acres at Davis Boulevard and Turner Drive) and Golden Grove (12.424 acres at 8250 Main Street). A $1,168,259 fire engine purchase and appointments to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 3 Board of Directors are also on the agenda. The work session will discuss employee engagement survey results and unmanned aircraft system staging area standards.

• Approve purchase of Spartan Pumper fire engine from Metro Fire Apparatus, Inc. for $1,168,259
• Consider preliminary plat for Orchard Walk Estates (4.298 acres at southwest corner of Davis Boulevard and Turner Drive)
• Consider preliminary plat for Golden Grove (12.424 acres at 8250 Main Street)
• Authorize purchase of a Camera Van for Public Works from Rausch Electronics USA, LLC for $323,926.35
• Appoint four representatives to North Richland Hills TIRZ Number 3 Board of Directors

The City Council approved preliminary plats for Orchard Walk Estates and Golden Grove. Additionally, the council authorized various contracts for supplies and a new fire engine.

• Approved consent agenda items (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Orchard Walk Estates at Davis Boulevard and Turner Drive (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Golden Grove at 8250 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Spartan Pumper fire engine from Metro Fire Apparatus, Inc. for $1,168,259 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-047 appointing four representatives to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 3 Board (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a request from Hamilton Duffy PC for a variance from the city's outdoor refuse container screening ordinance at two properties on Mid-Cities Boulevard. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Public hearing and consideration of variance (ZBA24-0017) from Section 118-874 for screening of outdoor refuse containers at 8237 and 8241 Mid-Cities Boulevard (Lots 10 and 11, Block 1, Pavillion Park Addition)

Library Board

The North Richland Hills Library Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from September, receive department updates on library usage and programs, and discuss personnel matters. The board will also consider the date for the next meeting. No rezonings, ordinances, or financial contracts are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approve minutes of September 19, 2024 regular meeting
• Library usage and statistics report for September 2024
• Update on past library programs and events
• Update on upcoming library programs and events
• Discuss personnel updates

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will consider approving previous meeting minutes, hear a presentation from the Parks & Recreation Director, and discuss potential service opportunities and projects.

• Approve minutes of September 11, 2024 meeting
• Staff presentation from Director of Parks & Recreation Adrien Pekurney
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will approve minutes from September, discuss the results of the 2024 Trash Bash, judge applications for the Jump Start Your Garden Grant Program, and discuss school programming and class schedules for the year.

• Approve minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting
• Discuss results of the 2024 Trash Bash
• Judge Jump Start Your Garden Grant Program applications
• Discuss KNRHB School Programming
• Discuss classes and schedule for 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss revising the animal code to allow backyard chickens permanently, removing a sunset provision. During the regular meeting, a public hearing is scheduled for a special use permit for a quick service restaurant at 8368 Davis Blvd. The consent agenda includes multiple contracts and purchases, such as tennis instruction services, traffic signal equipment, and a police radio package. Other items include retaining wall construction, a shop local program agreement, and roof replacements at fire stations.

• Public hearing for special use permit for quick service restaurant at 8368 Davis Blvd (C.1)
• Award $120,514 contract for Acts Court Retaining Wall Project at Acts Ct and Starnes Rd (E.1)
• Approve $99,000 contract with Julia Geske for tennis instruction at Richland Tennis Center (B.2)
• Authorize $708,645 for waterproofing and roof replacements at Fire Stations 4, 5, and Training Center (F.4)
• Approve $105,035 professional services agreement for Open Rewards Shop Local Program (F.3)

City Council approved a special use permit for a restaurant at 8368 Davis Boulevard and awarded several infrastructure and facility contracts. The council also authorized shared services agreements with Birdville ISD for school resource officers.

• Approved special use permit for quick service restaurant at 8368 Davis Boulevard (5-0)
• Awarded $120,514 contract to Humphrey & Morton Construction for Acts Court retaining wall (5-0)
• Authorized $708,645 for waterproofing and roof replacements at Fire Stations #4 and #5 (5-0)
• Approved $105,035 agreement with Bludot Technologies for Open Rewards Shop Local program (5-0)
• Approved SRO shared services agreements with Birdville ISD for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Approved $259,755 for traffic signal equipment from Iteris Inc. (5-0)
• Nominated Vince Puente and Gary Losarda to Tarrant County Appraisal District Board (5-0)
• Approved contract amendments for City Manager and City Secretary (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The North Richland Hills Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve the minutes from August 5, 2024, and receive a presentation on capital infrastructure projects. Departmental updates will cover NRH2O Family Water Park, parks capital projects, maintenance and operations, and the NRH Centre, Grand Hall, Athletics, Senior Center, Richland Tennis Center, and Programs and Services. No votes on policy or funding are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of August 5, 2024 meeting
• Capital Infrastructure Project Overview presentation/discussion
• NRH2O Family Water Park update
• Parks Capital Projects update
• Parks Maintenance and Operations update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting following a work session. They will consider a final plat for The Meadow subdivision and two preliminary plats for Orchard Walk Estates and Golden Grove. The work session includes a discussion on underground utility service lines at the front of residential lots.

• Final plat for The Meadow, 29.553 acres at southeast corner of Rufe Snow Drive and Bursey Road
• Preliminary plat for Orchard Walk Estates, 4.298 acres at southwest corner of Davis Boulevard and Turner Drive
• Preliminary plat for Golden Grove, 12.424 acres at 8250 Main Street
• Discussion on underground utility service lines at front of residential lots during work session

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three preliminary plats: The Meadow, Orchard Walk Estates, and Golden Grove, all with conditions. The Commission also discussed underground utility standards and postponed approval of the September meeting minutes.

• Approved Plat 24-0072 (The Meadow) with conditions (7-0)
• Approved Plat 24-0073 (Orchard Walk Estates) with conditions (7-0)
• Approved Plat 24-0074 (Golden Grove) with conditions (7-0)
• Postponed approval of September 5, 2024 minutes to next meeting
• Discussed underground utility service line standards for residential lots

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request from Bryce Dahm for a variance from rear yard open space and rear building line requirements at 5901 Cambridge Drive. The meeting also includes a work session and public comment period.

• Public hearing on variance from Section 118-313 at 5901 Cambridge Drive (Lot 11, Block 1, Cambridge Place)

Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee

The North Richland Hills Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from March 2024 and receive departmental updates. They will review fiscal year 2023/2024 statistics for shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services. Updates on special events (Clear the Shelters, Doggie Beach Bash, Low-Cost Vaccination Clinics) and the center's history and purpose will also be discussed. The committee will hear an update on its membership.

• Approve minutes of March 27, 2024 meeting
• Receive FY 2023/2024 divisional statistics for shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services
• Updates on special events: Clear the Shelters, Doggie Beach Bash, Low-Cost Vaccination Clinics
• Presentation on history and purpose of Animal Adoption and Rescue Center
• Update on Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee membership

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the single-family rental program and short-term rentals, followed by a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a zoning change from agricultural to office at 8320 Davis Blvd, and consideration of a $3.1 million construction contract for the Nitro Blast project at NRH 2O Family Water Park. The consent agenda includes renewing a teen court interlocal agreement and awarding two pool safety training contracts.

• Public hearing on zoning change (ZC24-0109) from AG to O-1 at 8320 Davis Blvd
• Award of RFP 24-028 to CGC Contractors for $3,096,771 for Nitro Blast Construction at NRH 2O Family Water Park
• Renewal of Northeast Tarrant Teen Court Interlocal Agreement with Watauga and Richland Hills
• Award of RFP 24-010 to The Aquatic Council LLC for pool inspector training ($69,750) and RFP 24-014 to Turnage and Associates for pool operator training ($55,000)
• Executive session to discuss purchase of 6701 Davis Boulevard and litigation with Manuel Financial LLC

Council approved awarding RFP 24-028 to CGC Contractors for the Nitro Blast construction project at NRH2O Family Water Park in the amount of $3,096,771, with a 7-0 vote. Also approved a zoning change from AG to O-1 at 8320 Davis Blvd (7-0) and the consent agenda including various contracts and renewals. In the work session, council discussed possible enhancements to the single-family rental program and a potential short-term rental ordinance, with staff directed to conduct public input meetings.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0) including renewal of teen court interlocal agreement, pool inspector training contract up to $69,750, pool operator training contract up to $55,000, and Motorola CAD integration purchase up to $42,872.18
• Approved zoning change from AG to O-1 at 8320 Davis Blvd (7-0)
• Approved $3,096,771 contract to CGC Contractors for Nitro Blast construction project at NRH2O Family Water Park (7-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will vote on a new Service Animal Policy and approve minutes from August. They will also receive updates on library usage statistics, past and upcoming programs, and a presentation on eContent. Personnel updates and scheduling the next meeting are also on the agenda.

• Consider and approve Service Animal Policy
• Approve minutes of August 15, 2024 regular meeting
• eContent presentation
• Library usage and statistics report for August 2024
• Updates on past and upcoming library programs and events

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a special use permit for a quick service restaurant with drive-through at 8368 Davis Boulevard. During the work session, staff will present on zoning standards for such restaurants. The commission also plans to approve minutes from the September 5, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for special use permit (ZC24-0105) for a quick service restaurant at 8368 Davis Boulevard (1.04 acres)
• Presentation on zoning standards for quick service restaurants with drive-through service
• Approve minutes of the September 5, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Special Use Permit for a quick service restaurant at 8368 Davis Boulevard. The meeting also included the approval of previous meeting minutes and a presentation on drive-through restaurant zoning standards.

• Approved minutes of September 5, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for quick service restaurant at 8368 Davis Boulevard (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m.

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The commission will approve meeting minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss the 2024 Trash Bash cleanup event as well as upcoming classes and schedules. No financial or regulatory actions are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the July 16, 2024 meeting
• Appoint a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Discuss the 2024 Trash Bash event
• Discuss 2024 class schedule

Teen Court Advisory Board

The Teen Court Advisory Board will discuss promoting community service projects and applying alternative completion credit. They will also discuss standardizing case introductions for Master Juries and jury deliberation processes for Master and Trial Juries. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion on promoting community service projects and alternative completion credit
• Discussion to standardize case introductions for Master Juries
• Discussion to standardize jury deliberation process for Master and Trial Juries
• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2024 meeting

Youth Advisory Committee

The North Richland Hills Youth Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from April 2024, elect officers for the new school year, and hear a staff presentation from the Managing Director of Development Services. The committee will also discuss service opportunities and potential projects. This is largely a routine organizational meeting.

• Approve minutes of April 10, 2024 meeting
• Elect officers for 2024/2025 school year
• Staff presentation from Managing Director of Development Services Clayton Comstock
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects

Landscape Review Board

The North Richland Hills City Council, sitting as the Landscape Review Board, will consider a request from ANA Consultants LLC for a permit for nonconformity to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) of the city code at 8251 Bedford Euless Road. The board will also approve minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting.

• Consideration of a permit for nonconformity to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) at 8251 Bedford Euless Road (4.26 acres)
• Approval of minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting

Crime Control and Prevention District Board

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will hold a public hearing on its proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget, then vote to adopt it and recommend City Council approval. The board also plans to approve minutes from its August 12, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on Crime Control and Prevention District Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Proposed Budget
• Consider adopting the FY 2024/2025 budget and recommending City Council approval
• Approve minutes of the August 12, 2024 regular board meeting

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board approved its proposed FY 2024/2025 operating budget of $8,959,579 (7-0) and recommended City Council approval. The budget includes a 16.2% increase over the prior year, funding police compensation raises, five new school safety officer positions, and one additional sergeant. The board also unanimously approved the August 12, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved FY 2024/2025 crime prevention budget of $8,959,579 and recommended City Council approval (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 12, 2024 regular meeting (7-0)

Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation

The board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 operating and capital budget for the Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation, then consider adopting the budget and recommending City Council approval. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on FY2024/2025 proposed operating and capital budget
• Adoption of the FY2024/2025 budget and recommendation to City Council
• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2024 board meeting

The board unanimously approved the minutes of the August 12, 2024 meeting. It also adopted the proposed FY 2024/2025 operating and capital budget of $14,002,865 and recommended city council approval.

• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted FY 2024/2025 operating and capital budget of $14,002,865 and recommended city council approval (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss traffic on North College Circle, truck route ordinance updates, and pedestrian/cyclist safety. During the regular meeting, it will consider adopting the FY 2024/2025 operating and capital budget, setting the tax rate for 2024, and a $5.7 million bond for the Green Extreme Replacement Project. A public hearing is scheduled for a zoning change at 7901 Green Valley Drive from agricultural to residential estate. Consent items include pool maintenance, postage equipment, and legal services contracts.

• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 7901 Green Valley Drive
• Adoption of FY 2024/2025 budget and ratification of increased property tax revenues
• Adoption of Tax Year 2024 tax rate
• Resolution authorizing $5,700,000 in Certificates of Obligation for Green Extreme Replacement Project
• Discussion of updates to Truck Route ordinance and pedestrian/cyclist safety

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 operating and capital budget, ratified increased property tax revenues, and adopted the tax rate. Staff will conduct a survey of the North College Circle neighborhood.

• Approved consent agenda items 6-0
• Approved zoning change to RE-1 at 7901 Green Valley Drive 6-0
• Approved Fiscal Year 2024/2025 operating and capital budget 6-0
• Ratified increased property tax revenues in the budget 6-0
• Adopted tax rate for tax year 2024 6-0
• Authorized $20,000 amendment to Sunbelt Pools contract 6-0
• Authorized 5-year lease renewal with Pitney Bowes 6-0
• Authorized legal services agreement with Taylor Olson Adkins 6-0

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning requests: a 1.31-acre site at 7901 Green Valley Drive from AG to RE-1, and a 3.93-acre site at 8320 Davis Blvd from AG to O-1. In a work session, the commission will also discuss and possibly revise its Rules of Procedure. The meeting includes approval of August 15 minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 7901 Green Valley Drive (1.31 acres)
• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to O-1 at 8320 Davis Blvd (3.93 acres)
• Discussion and possible action on Planning and Zoning Commission Rules of Procedure

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two zoning change requests for residential and office use. The commission also adopted updated rules of procedure regarding agenda items and commissioner conduct.

• Approved rules of procedure with revisions to Rule 2.4 and Rule 3.6 (7-0)
• Approved August 15, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved zoning change ZC24-0107 from Agricultural to Residential Estate at 7901 Green Valley Drive (7-0)
• Approved zoning change ZC24-0109 from Agricultural to Office at 8320 Davis Blvd (7-0)

City Council

At its August 26 meeting, the North Richland Hills City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 operating and capital budget and the proposed tax rate. The consent agenda includes an amended cooperative purchasing agreement with Classic Chevrolet (increase of $25,001, total not to exceed $75,000), a regional asset transfer of a Flock Raven subscription to Arlington ($13,000), and renewal/purchase of ALPR cameras ($84,799.75). Public hearings also cover a special use permit for an event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive and a zoning change at 8017 Valley Drive. The council will also consider a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy and a $150,090 purchase of library furniture using ARPA funds.

• Public hearing on FY2024/2025 proposed budget and tax rate
• Special use permit for event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive
• Zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 8017 Valley Drive
• Authorization to renew and purchase ALPR cameras, not to exceed $84,799.75
• Approval of $150,090 for library furniture from ARPA funding

The City Council approved a special use permit (7-0) for an event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive, a zoning change (7-0) from agricultural to residential estate at 8017 Valley Drive, and the consent agenda (7-0) which included amendments for Chevrolet parts, a Flock Raven subscription transfer, and ALPR camera renewal/expansion. Public hearings were held on the FY 2024/2025 budget and the proposed tax rate of $0.489389, but no decisions were made; a second hearing is set for September 9.

• Approved special use permit for event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 8017 Valley Drive (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Chevrolet parts amendment, Flock Raven transfer, and ALPR camera renewal/expansion (7-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will vote on a Notary Services Policy and approve minutes from May 2024. They will also receive updates on library usage statistics for May-July 2024, past and upcoming programs, and introduce new board members. The meeting includes discussion of personnel updates and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of May 30, 2024 regular Library Board meeting
• Consider and approve Notary Services Policy
• Library usage statistics for May-July 2024
• Past and upcoming library programs and events updates
• Discussion of personnel updates

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss regular meeting items and Article IV of the Zoning Ordinance. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a request to rezone 3.095 acres at 8017 Valley Drive from Agricultural (AG) to Residential Estate (RE-1), as well as consideration of a preliminary plat for the 5.998-acre Smithfield Station Addition at Smithfield Road and Arthur Drive. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 1 meeting and take public comments.

• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 8017 Valley Drive (3.095 acres)
• Preliminary plat request for Smithfield Station Addition, 5.998 acres at northwest corner of Smithfield Road and Arthur Drive
• Presentation on Article IV (Zoning Districts) of the Zoning Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024 meeting

The Commission approved a preliminary plat for Smithfield Station Addition at Smithfield Road and Arthur Drive. Additionally, a request to change the zoning of 8017 Valley Drive from Agricultural to Residential Estate was approved.

• Approved August 1, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved PLAT24-0068 for Smithfield Station Addition with conditions (7-0)
• Approved ZC24-0106 zoning change from AG to RE-1 at 8017 Valley Drive (7-0)

Crime Control and Prevention District Board

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will hold a public hearing on the FY 2023/2024 revised budget, then consider adopting it and recommending City Council approval. The board will also vote to approve minutes from its September 2023 regular meeting and an August 2024 budget work session.

• Public hearing on FY 2023/2024 revised budget
• Consider adoption of revised budget and recommendation to City Council
• Approve minutes of September 7, 2023 regular meeting
• Approve minutes of August 2, 2024 budget work session

The board approved the minutes from two previous meetings and adopted the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 revised budget for the Crime Control and Prevention District. The board recommended this budget to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved September 7, 2023 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved August 2, 2024 budget work session minutes (6-0)
• Adopted FY 2023/2024 revised budget (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of FY 2023/2024 revised budget

Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation

The Park & Recreation Facilities Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on its revised operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2023/2024, then vote to adopt the budget and recommend City Council approval. The board will also approve minutes from the September 7, 2023 meeting. Public comments are invited on agenda items.

• Public hearing on revised FY 2023/2024 operating and capital budget for park and recreation facilities
• Adoption of revised budget and recommendation to City Council for approval
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2023 board meeting

The board approved the minutes of the September 7, 2023 meeting (6-0). A public hearing was held on the revised FY 2023/2024 operating and capital budget, but no vote was taken to adopt or recommend it. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of Sept 7, 2023 meeting (6-0)
• Held public hearing on revised FY 2023/2024 budget; no action taken

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed tax rate and the FY 2024/25 budget, with adoption scheduled for September 9. They will also consider a revised FY 2023/24 operating and capital budget, two special use permits for accessory buildings, and multiple consent items including TAG Center agreements and a siren purchase.

• Public hearings set for Aug 26 and Sep 9 on proposed tax rate and FY 2024/25 budget
• Revised FY 2023/24 operating and capital budget (Ordinance 3861)
• Special use permit for accessory dwelling and building at 6909 Little Ranch Road
• Special use permit for accessory building at 6800 Meadow Creek Road
• Authorize purchase of outdoor warning siren for $37,235.40

The City Council approved the 2023/2024 revised operating and capital budgets, three special use permits for accessory buildings, and a public improvement district service plan. The meeting also included the approval of consent agenda items and a land replat.

• Approved 2023/2024 revised operating and capital budgets (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for accessory building at 6909 Little Ranch Road (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for accessory building at 6800 Meadow Creek Road (6-0)
• Approved annual service plan update for City Point Public Improvement District (6-0)
• Approved replat of lots 3R1 and 3R2 at 8609 Timber Drive (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including TAG center amendments and outdoor warning siren purchase (6-0)
• Authorized execution of TAG center administrator and analyst amendments (6-0)
• Authorized regional asset transfer addendum with City of Irving (6-0)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from March 2024, then receive a director's report covering the city's updated vision, mission, and goals, local and regional economic trends, and development trends. Project updates include the 2020 Street Bond Project, City Point Development, the Davis Boulevard/Boulevard 26 Neighborhood Empowerment Zone, and the Restaurant Rewards Program.

• Approve minutes of March 28, 2024 meeting
• Review updated City Council Vision, Mission and Goals
• Update on Local and Regional Economic Trends
• 2020 Street Bond Project update
• City Point Development update

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving minutes from previous meetings, elect a chair and vice-chair, and discuss the proposed FY2025 operating and capital budgets for the Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation. Department updates on NRH2O Family Water Park, capital projects, maintenance, and other facilities will also be presented.

• Approve minutes of April 1, 2024 and July 18, 2024 orientation
• Election of chair and vice-chair
• Discussion of proposed FY2025 operating budget for Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation
• Discussion of proposed FY2025 capital budget for Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation
• Updates on NRH2O Family Water Park and other parks facilities

Crime Control and Prevention District Board

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board meets for a budget work session to discuss the revised 2023-2024 budget and the proposed 2024-2025 budget. No other items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of revised 2023-2024 and proposed 2024-2025 CCPD budgets

The Crime Control and Prevention District Board held a budget work session. Staff presented a proposed 2024-2025 budget showing a 10.2% increase in base revenues and a decrease in base expenditures. The Board discussed specific additions to the budget, including compensation for police officers and funding for school resource officers.

• Discussed proposed 2024-2025 budget with 10.2% revenue increase
• Reviewed proposed additions: $220,717 for sworn officer compensation
• Reviewed proposed additions: $94,401 for two additional school resource officers
• Reviewed proposed additions: $84,697 for three new campus police officer positions
• Reviewed proposed additions: $164,518 for one additional sergeant position
• Reviewed proposed additions: $215,278 for Victims Assistant Program
• Reviewed proposed additions: $37,571 for mental health coordinator position
• Discussed school coverage with additional school resource officer positions

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget work session to discuss the revised 2023-2024 operating budget and the proposed 2024-2025 operating budget, as well as capital projects budgets. Also on the agenda is the submission of the July 2024 appraisal roll. This is a discussion session; no final votes are scheduled.

• Presentation and discussion of revised 2023-2024 and proposed 2024-2025 operating budgets
• Revised 2023-2024 and proposed 2024-2025 capital projects budgets
• Revised 2023-2024 and proposed 2024-2025 Park and Recreation Facilities Development Corporation (PRFDC) budgets
• Submission of July 2024 Appraisal Roll

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use permit requests: a permanent accessory building and accessory dwelling unit at 6909 Little Ranch Road (continued from July 18), and an event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the July 18 meeting.

• Public hearing and consideration of special use permit for accessory building and dwelling unit at 6909 Little Ranch Road (continued from July 18, 2024)
• Public hearing and consideration of special use permit for event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive
• Approval of minutes from the July 18, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Work session presentation by staff on regular meeting items

The commission approved the July 18 meeting minutes (7-0). Two special use permits were granted unanimously: a permanent accessory building and accessory dwelling unit at 6909 Little Ranch Road, and an event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive.

• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024, P&Z meeting (7-0)
• Approved ZC24-0101: special use permit for accessory building and ADU at 6909 Little Ranch Road (7-0)
• Approved ZC24-0102: special use permit for event center at 5346 Rufe Snow Drive (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city budget overview, then convene a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items including contracts for banking services, license plate reader cameras, water/wastewater materials, and a $2.4 million construction contract for the Main Street Project from Amundson Drive to Amundson Road. Public hearings are not listed; the agenda includes appointments to the municipal court and substandard building board.

• Budget Overview Discussion in work session
• Award $2,395,472.75 construction contract for Main Street Project (ST2212) to XIT Paving and Construction
• Authorize $53,200 agreement for eight Flock Safety automated license plate reader cameras using Texas Anti-Gang Center grant
• Approve water/wastewater repair materials contracts totaling up to $761,619.36
• Consider appointment of Municipal Court Presiding Judge and Associate Judges

This was a work session; no formal votes were taken. Staff presented the city's budget process, tax rate structure, and debt management. Council discussed short-term rental regulations, housing finance corporations, and mosquito spraying. Executive session was held for legal and personnel matters.

Notice of Quorum

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Parks and Recreation Board at a new board member orientation session. No official business, votes, or decisions are scheduled. The meeting is solely for orientation purposes.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session on rules of procedure and training, followed by a regular meeting. Public hearings are scheduled for two special use permits: one for a permanent accessory building and an accessory dwelling unit at 6909 Little Ranch Road, and another for a permanent accessory building at 6800 Meadow Creek Road. The Commission will also consider a replat of lots at 8609 Timber Drive and elect officers.

• Replat of Lots 3R1 and 3R2, Holder Smithfield Estates (2.403 acres at 8609 Timber Drive) — Matthew Roach
• Public hearing: special use permit for permanent accessory building and accessory dwelling unit at 6909 Little Ranch Road (1.84 acres, Lot 3 Block 1 Morgan Meadows) — Jake and Virginia Murrah
• Public hearing: special use permit for permanent accessory building at 6800 Meadow Creek Road (1.29 acres, Lot 9 Block 3 Morgan Meadows) — Zachary Ray
• Discussion of Planning and Zoning Commission Rules of Procedure and work session format
• Election of officers

The Planning and Zoning Commission elected officers (Welborn Chair, Stamps Vice Chair, Ross Secretary) and approved a replat at 8609 Timber Drive. They continued a special use permit for an accessory dwelling at 6909 Little Ranch Road after a motion to deny failed 3-4, and approved another special use permit for an accessory building at 6800 Meadow Creek Road, both 7-0.

• Elected Justin Welborn as Chair, Greg Stamps as Vice Chair, Jared Ross as Secretary (7-0 each)
• Approved minutes of June 6, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Approved replat of Lots 3R1 and 3R2, Holder Smithfield Estates at 8609 Timber Drive (7-0)
• Continued special use permit for permanent accessory building and accessory dwelling unit at 6909 Little Ranch Road to August 1, 2024 (7-0, after denial motion failed 3-4)
• Approved special use permit for permanent accessory building at 6800 Meadow Creek Road (7-0)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from June 16, 2024, welcome new members, and discuss classes and schedule for the remainder of 2024. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or spending items.

• Approve minutes from June 16, 2024 meeting
• Welcome new members to the commission
• Discuss classes and schedule for 2024

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will hold a public hearing to determine whether the commercial structure at 8101 Glenview Drive is substandard under city ordinances and may order repair or demolition. The board will also elect a temporary vice chair and approve minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on SBB 2024-100 for property at 8101 Glenview Drive (Block 2, Lot 1A, Towne Oaks Addition) to decide if it is substandard and order repair or demolition
• Election of a temporary vice chair
• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2024 Substandard Building Board meeting

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council held a two-day goals and planning work session to review the city's mission, vision, and strategic goals. Council discussed short-term and long-term strategic priorities and key issues, and also reviewed the city council code of conduct and rules of procedure. No binding votes were taken; the session was for discussion and direction only.

• Review and discuss city mission, vision, and strategic goals
• Discuss and provide direction on short-term and long-term strategic priorities
• Discuss and provide direction on key issues
• Discuss city council code of conduct and rules of procedure

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a two-day work session on July 11-12, 2024, to review and discuss the city's mission, vision, strategic goals, and short- and long-term priorities. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the session is for discussion and direction-setting among council members and staff.

• Review and discuss City Council communication protocols
• Review roles of Council and staff
• Review and discuss city mission, vision, and strategic goals
• Discuss short-term and long-term strategic priorities
• Discuss City Council code of conduct and rules of procedure

Notice of Quorum

This is a procedural notice of a possible quorum of the Planning and Zoning Commission at a new commissioner orientation session. No decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• New commissioner orientation session only

Sign Review Board

The Sign Review Board approved a request for thematic graphics on a concrete wall at 8851 Boulevard 26. The board also approved a variance to allow wall signs on three building elevations at 6450 Rufe Snow Drive. Additionally, the minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting were approved.

• Approved April 22, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved SRB24-0013 thematic signage variance at 8851 Boulevard 26 (7-0)
• Approved SRB24-0012 wall sign variance at 6450 Rufe Snow Drive (7-0)

City Council

The council will canvass the June 15 runoff election results and swear in a new council member. Public hearings will be held on three zoning requests: a change to Residential Infill Planned Development at 7825 Mockingbird Lane, a special use permit for pet lodging at 8100 Bedford Euless Road, and a similar zoning change at 8220 Turner Drive. Several contracts are up for approval, including $60,165 for a police vehicle, $270,169 for playground equipment at Tommy and Sue Brown Park, and $155,000 for waterpark design. The work session will include a discussion of park safety policies.

• Canvass June 15 runoff election results and swear in new Place 4 council member
• Public hearing on zoning change from C-1 to Residential Infill Planned Development at 7825 Mockingbird Lane (Sage Group Inc.)
• Public hearing on special use permit for pet lodging at 8100 Bedford Euless Road (The Dog Foundry Inc.)
• Public hearing on zoning change from C-1 to Residential Infill Planned Development at 8220 Turner Drive (Celestial Lone Star Homes LLC)
• Authorize $270,169 for replacement of playground equipment at Tommy and Sue Brown Park

The City Council approved a five-year contract for a new recreation point-of-sale system, authorized the purchase of a police SUV and stump grinder, and approved two zoning changes. The council also canvassed the results of the June 15 runoff election.

• Approved $100,000 implementation costs for Xplor recreation point-of-sale system
• Authorized purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV for $60,165
• Authorized purchase of SG 30 stump grinder attachment for $13,800
• Approved ZC23-0087 zoning change to Residential Infill Planned Development (6-0)
• Approved ZC23-0090 special use permit for pet lodging (6-0)
• Approved canvassing of June 15 runoff election results (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including June 10 meeting minutes (6-0)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will meet to approve minutes from April 2024 and discuss the commission's overview and history, as well as classes and schedule for 2024. No funding decisions or regulatory actions are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of April 16, 2024 meeting
• Presentation on Keep NRH Beautiful Overview and History
• Discuss classes and schedule for 2024

City Council

The City Council will receive an update on discussions with Birdville ISD regarding the requirement for an armed security officer at each campus. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including purchases of equipment using grant funds, and an agreement for a Safe Routes to School project. No public hearings or planning items are scheduled.

• Receive update on BISD armed security officer requirement
• Authorize purchase of two Mobile LP Trailers with license plate recognition software for $97,350 (TAG grant #2848909)
• Authorize purchase of 10 Acoustic Threat and Gunshot Detection Systems for $93,495 (TAG grant #2848909)
• Authorize purchase of three Lifepak 35 Cardiac Monitor Defibrillators for $211,606.55
• Approve agreement with RTC for Smithfield Middle School Safe Routes to School Project using Transportation Development Credits

City Council approved a consent agenda including several police technology purchases and medical equipment. The council also authorized the use of transportation credits for a school safety project and appointed members to the Capital Improvement Projects Committee.

• Approved purchase of two mobile LP trailers with license plate recognition software for $97,350 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 10 acoustic threat and gunshot detection systems for $93,495 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of three LifePak 35 cardiac monitor defibrillators for $211,606.55 (7-0)
• Approved use of Transportation Development Credits instead of $132,719 cash for Smithfield Middle School Safe Routes project (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-029 appointing Kelvin Deupree, Suzy Compton, and Russ Mitchell to the CIP Committee (7-0)
• Approved grant application for Bureau of Justice Assistance FY 2024 Bulletproof Vest Partnership (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-028 to transfer a 6x10 enclosed trailer to the City of Fort Worth (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: two requests to rezone properties from commercial to residential infill planned development at 7825 Mockingbird Lane and 8220 Turner Drive, and a special use permit for pet lodging at 8100 Bedford Euless Road. The commission will also consider a plat exception to allow underground utility lines at the front of lots in Shady Grove Addition.

• Public hearing for zoning change from C-1 to RI-PD at 7825 Mockingbird Lane (0.97 acres)
• Public hearing for special use permit for pet lodging at 8100 Bedford Euless Road
• Public hearing for zoning change from C-1 to RI-PD at 8220 Turner Drive (4.293 acres)
• Plat exception request to allow underground utility lines at front of lots in Shady Grove Addition at 8340 Shady Grove Road
• Approval of minutes from May 2, 2024 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several development requests including a utility exception for Shady Grove Addition and pet lodging at Bedford Euless Road. A request to rezone property at Mockingbird Lane to residential was denied, while a rezoning request for Turner Drive was approved with specific fencing requirements.

• Approved May 2, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved utility exception for Hat Creek Development at 8340 Shady Grove Road (5-0)
• Denied zoning change from commercial to residential at 7825 Mockingbird Lane (3-2)
• Approved special use permit for pet lodging at 8100 Bedford Euless Road (4-0)
• Approved zoning change from commercial to residential at 8220 Turner Drive subject to masonry wall requirements (3-1)

Library Board

The Library Board will consider and vote on a proposed Safety Policy for Children and Vulnerable Individuals. They will also approve minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting and receive updates on library furniture purchases, usage statistics for April, and recent and upcoming programs and events.

• Consider and approve Safety Policy for Children and Vulnerable Individuals
• Approve minutes of April 25, 2024 regular Library Board meeting
• Library furniture purchase update
• Library Usage and Statistics: April 2024 report
• Discussion of personnel updates and next meeting date

Landscape Review Board

The Landscape Review Board will consider a request from ARCO Murray for a permit for nonconformity to the city's vegetation code (Chapter 114) at 8651 Airport Freeway, a 11.515-acre site. The board will also approve minutes from its January 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approve minutes of January 22, 2024 Landscape Review Board meeting
• LRB24-0008: Consideration of a permit for nonconformity to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) at 8651 Airport Freeway (11.515 acres, Lot 2R1, Block A, Richland Oaks Addition)

The Landscape Review Board approved a permit for nonconformity to vegetation ordinances for a proposed family entertainment center. The approval requires the maintenance of at least 16 trees on the property.

• Approved minutes of the January 22, 2024 meeting (8-0)
• Approved permit for nonconformity to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) at 8651 Airport Freeway with the condition of maintaining at least 16 trees (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three zoning requests, including a wine bar special use permit, and consider approving two large contracts for concrete and asphalt work on multiple streets as part of the Bond Street Improvements Project, totaling over $3.35 million. Additional items include consent agenda approvals for a drainage easement, an annual electrical services contract, and purchases of a dump truck and pump. The council will also select its Mayor Pro Tem, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, and Associate Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year term.

• Public hearing for a zoning change from AG to R-1 at 6829-6901 Crane Road (Bella Builders)
• Public hearing for a special use permit for a wine bar at 5600 Rufe Snow Drive
• Approve $890,590 concrete construction contract for Bond Street Improvements on Kirk Lane, Wood View Drive, and other streets
• Approve $2,461,001.52 asphalt and subgrade stabilization contract for Bond Street Improvements on multiple streets
• Authorize $187,300 annual contract for electrical and lighting services to Cable Electric Inc. and JBI Electrical Systems

City Council approved two zoning changes from agricultural to residential: 1.47 acres at 6829-6901 Crane Road (R-1) and 1.91 acres at 6725 Hewitt Street (R-2), both 7-0. The consent agenda was approved 7-0, including a temporary construction agreement for a drainage flume at 7501 Lincoln, purchase of a dump truck and pump, and an electrical services contract. During the work session, council directed staff to begin live broadcasting of work session meetings and to add a park safety discussion to the June 24 work session agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including drainage flume agreement, dump truck purchase, electrical contract, and more (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-1 at 6829-6901 Crane Road (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from AG to R-2 at 6725 Hewitt Street (7-0)
• Directed staff to live broadcast work session meetings (no opposition)
• Directed staff to discuss park safety policy at June 24 work session

City Council

The City Council will canvass the May 4 General Election results and swear in newly elected officials. The consent agenda includes awarding two drainage/stream restoration contracts totaling $340,575, a software upgrade, and a tennis instructor contract up to $99,000. Council will also consider a resolution calling a June 15 runoff election.

• Canvass election results and swear in new mayor and council members
• Award $230,880 to Stoic Civil Construction for Stream LB-1 Bank Restoration
• Award $109,695 to Tex-Pro Construction for Amundson Drive Drainage Project
• Authorize $84,888 software upgrade and up to $230,607 annual subscription for OpenGov
• Call June 15 runoff election via Resolution 2024-024

The City Council approved the canvass of the May 4 election results, declaring Jack McCarty Mayor and Ricky Rodriguez and Russ Mitchell council members. The council also approved a resolution calling the June 15 runoff election for Place 4. Several construction and software contracts were approved.

• Approved canvass of May 4 election results (5-0)
• Declared Jack McCarty Mayor and Ricky Rodriguez, Russ Mitchell council members
• Approved calling June 15 runoff election for Place 4 (6-0)
• Approved awarding RFB 24-015 to Stoic Civil Construction for $230,880
• Approved awarding RFB 24-021 to Tex-Pro Construction for $109,695
• Approved contract with Vertosoft for software upgrade ($84,888)
• Approved contract with Julia Geske for tennis instruction ($99,000)
• Approved amendment to City Manager Emeritus contract

Teen Court Advisory Board

The Teen Court Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with routine procedural items. The only action item is approving the minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting. Discussion items include program updates and recruitment opportunities.

• Approve minutes from the January 25, 2024 Teen Court Advisory Board meeting
• Discuss program updates for the teen court program
• Discuss recruitment opportunities for volunteers or participants

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve the minutes from the April 10, 2024 meeting. Members will also discuss potential service opportunities and projects, and elect officers for the 2024/2025 school year.

• Approval of April 10, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of service opportunities and potential projects
• Election of 2024/2025 school year officers

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three requests: two zoning changes from agricultural to residential and a special use permit for a bar. They will also consider approval of several plats. The meeting includes a work session and regular session.

• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to R-1 at 6829-6901 Crane Road (Bella Builders)
• Public hearing on zoning change from AG to R-2 at 6725 Hewitt Street (Phons Souvannarath)
• Public hearing on special use permit for a bar at 5600 Rufe Snow Drive (Alchemi Development Partners)
• Consideration of replat at 6829-6901 Crane Road (Bella Builders)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three zoning changes and four subdivision plats. The meeting included a work session and a regular session with no public comments.

• Approved minutes of April 18, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Approved ZC24-0097: AG to R-1 zoning at 6829-6901 Crane Road (6-0)
• Approved ZC24-0100: AG to R-2 zoning at 6725 Hewitt Street (6-0)
• Approved ZC24-0091: Special use permit for Margarita Hut bar at 5600 Rufe Snow Drive (6-0)
• Approved Plat24-0063: Replat at 6829-6901 Crane Road (6-0)
• Approved Plat24-0062: Final plat at 6725 Hewitt Street (6-0)
• Approved Plat24-0064: Amended lot at 4201 Watson Way (6-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will vote to approve March minutes, then receive staff updates on a new interlibrary loan system, facilities projects, March usage statistics, past and upcoming programs, and the Mayor's Summer Reading Club. The board will also discuss personnel updates and set the next meeting date.

• Approve minutes from March 28, 2024 regular meeting
• New Interlibrary Loan system update
• Facilities projects update
• Library Usage and Statistics: March 2024 report
• 2024 Mayor's Summer Reading Club update

Sign Review Board

The North Richland Hills City Council, sitting as the Sign Review Board, will hold public hearings and consider three requests for variances to the city's sign code. The items include applications from Hancock Sign Company, Sign Remedy Inc., and Hoar Construction for properties at 5131 Rufe Snow Drive, 8225 Northeast Parkway, and 8851 Boulevard 26.

• Public hearing for variance by Hancock Sign Company at 5131 Rufe Snow Drive (Lot 6, Block 4, Tapp Addition)
• Public hearing for variance by Sign Remedy Inc. at 8225 Northeast Parkway (Lot 3R1, Block 2, Culp Addition)
• Public hearing for variance by Hoar Construction at 8851 Boulevard 26 (Lot 4R1, Block 2, Walker Branch Addition)
• Approval of minutes from the August 28, 2023 Sign Review Board meeting

The Sign Review Board approved three sign variance requests unanimously (7-0). The variances allow wall signs on all four sides at 5131 Rufe Snow Drive (Jason's Deli), an oversized wall sign at 8225 Northeast Parkway (Crash Champions), and a pole sign at 8851 Boulevard 26 (Peppa Pig Theme Park). Each approval included conditions specific to the site.

• Approved variance for wall signs on all four sides at 5131 Rufe Snow Drive (Jason's Deli) (7-0)
• Approved variance for a 103.17 sq ft wall sign at 8225 Northeast Parkway (Crash Champions) (7-0)
• Approved variance for a pole sign with landscaping conditions at 8851 Boulevard 26 (Peppa Pig Theme Park) (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 28, 2023 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The council will review the mid-year financial report in a work session and then consider a consent agenda with contracts for pavement marking ($285k) and grants. Public hearings include a proposed hotel height increase on Boulevard 26 and a comprehensive rewrite of subdivision regulations. Other items include a SAFER grant for three firefighters and a budget amendment.

• Pavement marking contract with TRP Construction for $285,890.65
• Public hearing to increase commercial building height to 52 ft at 7656 Boulevard 26
• Comprehensive amendment to subdivision regulations (Chapter 110)
• SAFER grant application for three additional firefighter positions
• Library furniture purchase of $468,887 using ARPA funding

The council unanimously approved a zoning change to increase the maximum building height from 45 to 52 feet for a proposed Homewood Suites hotel (Ordinance 3848). They also approved a comprehensive update to the city's Subdivision Regulations (Ordinance 3847) after multiple public hearings. The consent agenda was approved 6-0, including a pavement marking contract, fire station design services, water conservation plan adoption, and grant applications for firefighter staffing and police mental health programs.

• Approved building height increase for hotel at 7656 Boulevard 26 (6-0)
• Approved comprehensive update to Subdivision Regulations (6-0)
• Approved pavement marking contract with TRP Construction Group for $285,890.65 (consent)
• Authorized engineering design services for Fire Station #4 and Training/Fire Station #5 up to $59,500 (consent)
• Adopted 2024 Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plans (consent)
• Authorized submission of SAFER grant application for three additional firefighters (consent)
• Authorized submission of COPS Law Enforcement Mental Health grant application (consent)
• Approved utility easement agreement with Village Cooperative of Century Hills (consent)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on two items: a comprehensive rewrite of subdivision regulations (Ordinance 3847) continued from the previous meeting, and a request to increase the maximum commercial building height from 45 to 52 feet for a hotel at 7656 Boulevard 26. They will also consider approving minutes from the April 4 meeting.

• Public hearing on a comprehensive amendment to Chapter 110 (Subdivisions) updating platting procedures, approval authority, and design criteria.
• Public hearing on ZC24-0099: request from MM 3 Hospitality LLC to increase max commercial building height from 45 to 52 feet for the primary roofline at 7656 Boulevard 26.
• Approval of minutes from the April 4, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a comprehensive rewrite of the city's subdivision regulations (Ordinance 3847) and a revision to Planned Development 101 to allow a hotel at 7656 Boulevard 26 to rise to 52 feet from the previous 45-foot limit. Both items passed 7-0. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from its April 4 meeting.

• Approved comprehensive subdivision ordinance update (Ordinance 3847) 7-0
• Approved building height increase from 45 to 52 feet for hotel at 7656 Boulevard 26 (ZC24-0099) 7-0, subject to conditions on rooftop screening, facade articulation, and warmer brown color scheme
• Approved minutes of April 4, 2024 meeting 7-0

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Commission will review the March 19, 2024 meeting minutes. Discussion items include scholarship judging, the Adopt a Spot Program, the 2024 Photo Contest, and upcoming classes.

• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Keep NRH Beautiful Scholarship Judging discussion
• Adopt a Spot Program discussion
• 2024 Photo Contest discussion
• 2024 Classes and Schedule discussion

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from February and discuss potential service opportunities and projects. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific proposals or votes on funding or policy.

• Approve minutes of February 14, 2024 meeting
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss amendments to Chapter 110 (Subdivision Regulations), the requirement of House Bill 3 for an armed security officer at each district campus, and a possible rule change to allow voting on future agenda items during work sessions. In the regular meeting, they will consider a $86,700 demolition contract for the Green Extreme attraction at NRH2O Family Waterpark and enter executive session to discuss real property and economic development negotiations at specific addresses. A public hearing for a special use permit at 6455 Hilltop Drive was withdrawn by the property owner.

• Discussion of House Bill 3 requiring an armed security officer per district campus
• Authorize $86,700 demolition contract with Garrett Demolition, Inc. for Green Extreme at NRH2O
• Executive session on real property at 8001 Main Street, 8005 Main Street, and Mickey Street properties
• Withdrawn public hearing for Blue Mound Cafe special use permit at 6455 Hilltop Drive
• Consideration of amended plat for 6401 Wuliger Way (Industrial Park Addition)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider a comprehensive amendment to Chapter 110 (Subdivisions) of the city code, which revises plat approval authority, review procedures, and design criteria. They will also consider a special use permit for Blue Mound Cafe to deviate from luminous tube lighting standards at 6455 Hilltop Drive, and an amended plat for 6401 Wuliger Way. The meeting includes a work session, approval of minutes, and possible executive session.

• Public hearing on comprehensive rewrite of subdivision regulations (Chapter 110) continued from March 21 meeting
• Public hearing for special use permit from Blue Mound Cafe to allow deviation from luminous tube lighting standards at 6455 Hilltop Drive
• Consideration of amended plat for Lot 5RA1, Block 3, Industrial Park Addition (3.483 acres) at 6401 Wuliger Way
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2024 meeting

The commission approved minutes from March 21 and an amended plat for a sewer easement at 6401 Wuliger Way. A special use permit for lighting at Blue Mound Cafe was withdrawn by the applicant. The public hearing on a major update to the city's subdivision regulations was continued to April 18.

• Approved March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved amended plat PLAT24-0061 for 6401 Wuliger Way (7-0)
• Withdrawn: special use permit ZC24-0096 for Blue Mound Cafe luminous tube lighting deviation
• Continued public hearing TR23-03 on comprehensive subdivision code update to April 18, 2024 (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

This meeting is primarily procedural: the board will approve the February 5, 2024 minutes and receive updates from staff on NRH2O Family Water Park, parks capital projects, maintenance, and the NRH Centre. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve February 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• NRH2O Family Water Park update
• Parks Capital Projects update
• Parks Maintenance and Operations update
• NRH Centre, Grand Hall, Athletics, Senior Center, Richland Tennis Center update

Library Board

The North Richland Hills Library Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from February 29, 2024, receive department updates on library usage and programs, and discuss personnel matters and the date for the next meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approve minutes of the February 29, 2024 regular meeting
• Review February 2024 library usage and statistics report
• Discuss personnel updates
• Consider date for next Library Board meeting

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The committee will consider approving minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting and receive a director's report covering city management changes, 2023 citizen survey results, local and regional economic trends, and development trends. Updates on the 2020 Street Bond Project, North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvement Project, City Point Development, and the Davis Boulevard/Boulevard 26 Neighborhood Empowerment Zone are also scheduled.

• Approve minutes of November 9, 2023 meeting
• Review 2023 Citizen Survey Results
• Update on Local and Regional Economic Trends
• 2020 Street Bond Project Update
• Davis Boulevard/Boulevard 26 Neighborhood Empowerment Zone Update

Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee

The North Richland Hills Animal Adoption and Rescue Center Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from August 2023, receive fiscal year 2023/2024 divisional statistics, a report on current staffing vacancy, and discuss a shelter operations analysis conducted by the Budget and Research Department. Special events including Clear the Shelters, Doggie Beach Bash, and Low Cost Vaccination Clinics are also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of August 23, 2023 meeting
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 divisional statistics for shelter, field, volunteer, and veterinarian services
• Report on current staffing vacancy
• Discussion of Animal Shelter operations analysis by Budget and Research Department
• Special events: Clear the Shelters, Doggie Beach Bash, Low Cost Vaccination Clinics

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss amendments to Subdivision Regulations and the City Charter, then a regular meeting with a public hearing on a special use permit for a secondhand goods dealer. The consent agenda includes multiple purchases and agreements, notably a $752,351 lease for golf cars and a $259,000 cabana village conversion.

• Public hearing for TX Thrift LLC special use permit for secondhand goods dealer at 6246 Rufe Snow Drive (ZC23-0088)
• Authorize $752,351 lease-purchase agreement with Club Car LLC for golf cars at Iron Horse Golf Course
• Approve $259,000 award to CGC General Contractor's Inc. to convert volleyball court to cabana village at Beachside Bay
• Authorize up to $260,000 for NRH 2O food service products for resale
• Executive session to discuss real property at 8001/8005 Main Street and 6816-6828 Mickey Street

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda (7-0), which included several routine items. These included purchasing agreements for food service products at the NRH2O water park (up to $260,000), a contract for umpire services (up to $91,000), and a $164,589 backup dispatch console funded by a Justice Assistance Grant. No items were removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

• Approved minutes of March 4, 2024 City Council meeting (7-0)
• Authorized purchase agreements for NRH2O food service products up to $260,000 (7-0)
• Approved umpire services agreement with NTX Umpire Association up to $91,000 (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of backup dispatch console from Motorola Solutions for $164,589 using grant funds (7-0)
• Authorized payment to Motorola Solutions, Inc. (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a comprehensive amendment to Chapter 110, Subdivisions, of the city code, which revises and updates all subdivision regulations, including plat approval authority, review procedures, minor plat processes, waivers, and design criteria. The meeting includes a work session for staff presentations and a regular session for public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing TR23-03: comprehensive amendment to Chapter 110 (Subdivisions) updating all subdivision regulations
• Revisions include approval authority for plats, platting procedures, addition of minor plat process, and design criteria
• Approval of minutes from the March 7, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Opportunity for public comments on agenda items not scheduled as public hearings

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the March 7, 2024, meeting. A public hearing regarding comprehensive amendments to Chapter 110 (Subdivisions) of the Code of Ordinances was continued to a future date.

• Approved minutes of the March 7, 2024, meeting (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for TR23-03 regarding subdivision ordinance amendments to April 4, 2024 (5-0)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will consider approving minutes from January and discuss scheduling classes and children's summer programming for 2024. No major financial decisions or policy changes are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of January 16, 2024 meeting
• Discuss classes and schedule for 2024
• Discuss children's summer programming

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session to discuss amendments to Subdivision Regulations (Chapter 110). The regular meeting includes a public hearing for a special use permit for a secondhand goods dealer at 6246 Rufe Snow Drive, and consideration of two plats: a final plat at 8301 Cardinal Lane and a preliminary plat for The Meadow at Rufe Snow Drive and Bursey Road.

• Public hearing for special use permit for secondhand goods dealer at 6246 Rufe Snow Drive (ZC23-0088)
• Final plat for 0.944 acres at 8301 Cardinal Lane (PLAT24-0059)
• Preliminary plat for 29.553-acre The Meadow at southeast corner of Rufe Snow Drive and Bursey Road (PLAT24-0060)
• Discussion on amendments to Chapter 110 (Subdivision Regulations)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three items: a final plat for John's Addition, a preliminary plat for The Meadow, and a special use permit for a secondhand goods dealer. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of Feb 15 meeting (4-0)
• Approved final plat 24-0059 for John's Addition (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat 24-0060 for The Meadow (4-0)
• Approved special use permit ZC23-0088 for secondhand goods dealer (4-0)

Naming Board

The North Richland Hills Naming Board will discuss and consider requests from the public for naming or renaming public facilities. They will also approve minutes from their February 26, 2024 meeting.

• Approve minutes of the February 26, 2024 Naming Board meeting
• Discuss and consider public requests for naming or renaming of public facilities

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning change from RE-1 to RE-2 at 6809 Little Ranch Road and a related replat. It will also consider purchasing heavy equipment for $772,715, a $57,100 change order for the Walker Branch Channel Repair Project, and a resolution to apply for a Texas Anti-Gang Center grant. An executive session is scheduled to discuss economic development negotiations at 7921 Boulevard 26.

• Public hearing on zoning change from RE-1 to RE-2 at 6809 Little Ranch Road (Ordinance No. 3844)
• Replat of Lots 7R1 and 7R2, Block 1, Morgan Meadows at 6809 Little Ranch Road
• Purchase of one Ditch Witch boring machine and two hydro excavators for $772,715 through Sourcewell contract
• Change order for Walker Branch Channel Repair Project (DR1701) in the amount of $57,100
• Resolution No. 2024-017 authorizing grant application for Texas Governor's Office Homeland Security Division FY 2025 North Texas Anti-Gang Center

City Council denied a request to rezone 0.55 acres at 6809 Little Ranch Road from RE-1 to RE-2 and denied a companion replat request. The council also approved equipment purchases and a project change order for channel repairs.

• Denied zoning change from RE-1 to RE-2 at 6809 Little Ranch Road (6-1)
• Denied replat Plat24-0058 at 6809 Little Ranch Road (6-1)
• Approved $772,715 purchase of Ditch Witch boring machine, trailer, and two hydro excavators (7-0)
• Approved $57,100 change order for Walker Branch Channel repair project (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-017 for Texas Governor's Office Homeland Security Division grant application (7-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will consider and vote on two action items: a revised Patron Behavior policy and the 2024/2026 Library Strategic Plan. The board will also receive updates on library usage statistics and past/upcoming programs. Discussion items include personnel updates and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of January 25, 2024 regular meeting
• Consider and approve revised Patron Behavior policy
• Consider and approve 2024/2026 Library Strategic Plan
• Receive January 2024 library usage and statistics report
• Discuss personnel updates

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will vote on approving minutes from June 2023 and elect a chair and vice-chair for 2024. The main discussion item is a review of the city's compensation and benefits program, which could affect employee pay and benefits. The remainder of the agenda is procedural.

• Approve minutes of the June 21, 2023 regular Civil Service Commission meeting
• Nomination and selection of chair and vice-chair for 2024
• Review City compensation and benefits program

Naming Board

The Naming Board meets to discuss and consider public requests for naming or renaming public facilities. No specific proposals are listed on the agenda; the item is general discussion.

• Discuss and consider requests from the public for the naming or renaming of public facilities (agenda item C.1)

The Naming Board discussed three requests to name or rename public facilities after Dr. Bruce Jacobson, former Fire Chief Stan Gertz, and teacher Shannon Bruce. No votes were taken; the board suggested alternative honors such as naming a room, planting a tree, or leaving recognition to the fire department or school district. The board also discussed potential future honors for former Mayor Charles Scoma, late Council member Brent Barrow, and current Mayor Oscar Trevino. Staff will research past naming practices and report back at the next meeting on March 4, 2024.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; all items were discussion only.
• Set next meeting for March 4, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

City Council

The North Richland Hills City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Traffic Calming Policy, then a regular meeting that includes public hearings on a zoning revision for a Planned Development at 9101 North Tarrant Parkway, a special use permit for a heliport at 6401 NE Loop 820, and text amendments to community event regulations. Consent agenda items include an $825,347 parks mowing contract and grants for trails and tree planting. Council will also consider a $1,000,000 grant application for firefighter vehicle acquisition.

• Public hearing for a special use permit for a heliport/landing field at 6401 NE Loop 820 (ZC24-0094)
• Public hearing for a Planned Development revision at 9101 North Tarrant Parkway (ZC24-0093)
• Award of $825,347 to Smith Lawn and Tree for parks and rights-of-way mowing (RFB 24-007)
• Resolution authorizing up to $1,000,000 AFG grant application for fire truck, with $100,000 city match
• Discussion of the Traffic Calming Policy during the work session

The council approved two related items allowing a one-year drone delivery pilot program at Walmart locations: a planned development revision at 9101 N Tarrant Parkway and a special use permit for a heliport/landing field at 6401 NE Loop 820. Both passed 7-0 after a public hearing. The council also approved text amendments combining rules for community/special events and garage sales, and rejected a bid for the NRH2O Green Extreme replacement due to cost overruns, with plans to re-bid.

• Approved PD 36 revision for drone landing pad at 9101 N Tarrant Pkwy (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for drone landing field at 6401 NE Loop 820 (7-0)
• Approved text amendments for community/special events and garage sales (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for NRH2O Green Extreme replacement project (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (except B.2) including mowing contract and grant applications (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider a variance from Section 118-674 (roof pitch ratio) requested by Daryl and Kristen Spann for their property at 4604 Vance Road. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and public comments.

• Public hearing and consideration of a variance from roof pitch ratio requirements at 4604 Vance Road (Lot 2, Block 16, North Richland Hills Addition, Second Filing) for Daryl and Kristen Spann.

Substandard Building Board

The Substandard Building Board will elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from July 2023, and hold a public hearing on the commercial structures at 8015 Glenview Drive to determine if they remain substandard. The board may order repair or demolition and assess a civil penalty for non-compliance with a prior order. Annual training for board members is also scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2023 meeting
• Public hearing on substandard status of commercial structures at 8015 Glenview Drive (Block 1, Lot 2, Towne Oaks Addition)
• Possible order for repair or demolition and assessment of civil penalty for non-compliance
• 2023 Substandard Building Board Annual Training

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a heliport at 6401 NE Loop 820, a zoning change at 6809 Little Ranch Road, and a revision to Planned Development 36 at 9101 North Tarrant Parkway. They will also consider amendments to the code of ordinances regarding temporary events and a replat of Lots 7R1 and 7R2 in Morgan Meadows. Additionally, the commission will approve the January 18, 2024 minutes.

• Public hearing on special use permit for heliport/landing field at 6401 NE Loop 820 (25.09 acres, Lot 1R, Block 6, Tapp Addition).
• Public hearing on zoning change from RE-1 to RE-2 at 6809 Little Ranch Road (0.55 acres, portion of Lot 7, Block 1, Morgan Meadows).
• Public hearing on revision to Planned Development 36 at 9101 North Tarrant Parkway (24.65 acres, Lot 1A1, Block 1, Wal-Mart Addition).
• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 118, Article V, Division 5 regarding for-profit and non-profit temporary events.
• Consideration of replat of Lots 7R1 and 7R2, Block 1, Morgan Meadows Addition (1.836 acres at 6809 Little Ranch Road).

The commission approved a revision to Planned Development 36 for a drone delivery site at 9101 North Tarrant Parkway and a special use permit for a heliport at 6401 NE Loop 820, both subject to a one-year pilot program. A zoning change from RE-1 to RE-2 at 6809 Little Ranch Road was denied 4-2 after neighborhood opposition. Amendments to the temporary events ordinance were approved, and a related replat of the Little Ranch property was disapproved.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Denied ZC23-0089 zoning change from RE-1 to RE-2 at 6809 Little Ranch Road (4-2)
• Approved ZC24-0093 revision to PD 36 for drone delivery at 9101 N Tarrant Pkwy (6-0, 1-year pilot)
• Approved ZC24-0094 special use permit for heliport at 6401 NE Loop 820 (6-0, 1-year pilot)
• Approved TR24-01 amendments to temporary events ordinance (6-0)
• Disapproved replat PLAT24-0058 for 6809 Little Ranch Road (vote not recorded)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the January 10, 2024 meeting and discuss service opportunities and potential projects. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or rezoning are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of January 10, 2024 Youth Advisory Committee meeting
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee

City Council

The City Council will discuss police staffing and proposed code amendments for community events, then vote on a consent agenda including a $1.9 million increase for network equipment, multiple Texas Anti-Gang Center grant purchases (surveillance cameras, mobile platforms, vehicles), and a public hearing on a special use permit for a trade school at 6647 Boulevard 26.

• Authorize $1,898,429 increase for network equipment (total $2,693,445) from Red River Technology
• Purchase 10 surveillance camera trailers from Sigma Surveillance for $199,009 using TAG Grant
• Purchase 18 mobile surveillance platforms from Magnum Mobile Systems for $105,624 using TAG Grant
• Purchase two Chevrolet Tahoes for $165,972.62 using TAG Grant
• Public hearing on special use permit for Barcelona Beauty Academy trade school at 6647 Boulevard 26

The council approved the consent agenda (7-0) including a $1.9 million increase for network equipment, $199,009 for surveillance camera trailers, $105,624 for mobile surveillance systems, and $165,972 for two Chevrolet Tahoes, all funded via grants or cooperative contracts. A motion to suspend rules to allow additional public comment failed for lack of a second. The minutes end before recording a vote on a special use permit for a cosmetology school, which was discussed but not finalized in the provided text.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,898,429 network equipment, $199,009 surveillance trailers, $105,624 mobile systems, $165,972 vehicles (7-0)
• Motion to suspend rules for unscheduled speaker failed due to no second
• Discussed special events and garage sale ordinance amendments (no vote taken)
• Discussed police staffing update and hiring incentives (no vote taken)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will vote to approve minutes from December 2023 and hear annual presentations from youth sports associations. Department updates include the NRH2O Family Water Park, capital projects, and maintenance. Informational reports for November and December 2023 are also provided. No public hearings or major decisions are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of December 4, 2023 meeting
• Youth Sports Associations Annual Presentations for 2023
• NRH2O Family Water Park update
• Parks Capital Projects update
• Parks Maintenance and Operations update

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a regular meeting with action items including approval of minutes from October 2023. Department updates include the 2024/2026 Library Strategic Plan, quarterly usage statistics, and program reports. Discussion items cover personnel updates and setting the next meeting date. The agenda is largely procedural with no major financial or policy decisions.

• Approve minutes from October 26, 2023 regular Library Board meeting
• Receive update on 2024/2026 Library Strategic Plan
• Review Library usage statistics for October-December 2023
• Hear updates on past and upcoming library programs/events
• Discuss personnel updates and set next meeting date

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The North Richland Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a work session and regular meeting. The board will consider two variance requests: a parking requirement variance at 5208 Davis Boulevard and a lot and area requirement variance at 8986 Bradley Drive. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from November 14, 2023, and a public comment period.

• Public hearing for variance from minimum parking requirements (Section 118-831) at 5208 Davis Boulevard by Formby CRE LLC
• Public hearing for variance from lot and area requirements (Section 118-313) at 8986 Bradley Drive by Outdoor Living Pool and Patio
• Approval of minutes from the November 14, 2023, meeting
• Work session at 6:30 PM for staff presentation
• Opportunity for public comments on agenda items

Teen Court Advisory Board

The Board will review previous meeting minutes and conduct an election for a Secretary. Members will also receive updates regarding staff, volunteer judges, and the Teen Court Attorney process.

• Approval of April 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• Election of Secretary
• Update on Board additions and resignations
• Update on Teen Court Attorney process
• Discussion of Juror process

Landscape Review Board

The Landscape Review Board will consider a request from Trinity Partners Commercial Real Estate LLC for a variance to Chapter 114 (Vegetation) of the city code at 8633 Davis Boulevard. The board also will approve minutes from the July 10, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance to vegetation code at 8633 Davis Blvd (0.9791 acres, Lot 2R2R, Block 1, Watermere on the Preserve)
• Approval of July 10, 2023 meeting minutes

The Landscape Review Board approved a request from Trinity Partners to reduce a landscape buffer and modify tree requirements for a commercial property at 8633 Davis Boulevard. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes from July 10, 2023 meeting (7-0)
• Approved variance LRB23-0007 for Trinity Partners at 8633 Davis Boulevard (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed code revisions clarifying truck routes. In the regular meeting, they will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and grants, including media advertising for NRH 2O Family Water Park up to $291,500 and a road construction project on Glenview Drive East. A public hearing is scheduled for zoning amendments that would add a new RE-2 (Residential Estate) district and rename the R-1-S district to RE-1. The council will also call the May 4 city council election.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments adding RE-2 district and renaming R-1-S to RE-1
• Resolution calling May 4 city council election and joint election agreement with Tarrant County
• Authorize agreement with StraTact Media Group for water park advertising up to $291,500
• Authorize renewal of interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for Glenview Drive East Road project (up to $1,858,500)
• Authorize contract for animal shelter generator installation at 7301 Iron Horse Blvd. for $179,900

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 3837, adding a new RE-2 (Residential Estate) zoning district and renaming the existing R-1-S district to RE-1. The consent agenda was approved 6-0, including grant applications, a $291,500 water park advertising contract, and a $192,153 brush truck purchase. A motion to suspend rules to discuss police vacancies failed 2-4.

• Approved Ordinance No. 3837 adding RE-2 district and renaming R-1-S to RE-1 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 16 items (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-009 calling May 4, 2024 city council election
• Authorized $291,500 media advertising contract for NRH2O Family Water Park
• Authorized $192,153 brush truck purchase from Alpha One Firetrucks
• Authorized $179,900 generator installation at Animal Adoption and Rescue Center
• Authorized $175,640 engineering design for North Richland Boulevard project
• Motion to suspend rules to discuss police vacancies failed (2-4)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for Barcelona Beauty Academy to operate a trade school at 6647 Boulevard 26. Also up for consideration are preliminary and final plats for two subdivisions: Wayfarer Addition (2.913 acres at 6716 Stardust Drive) and Cambridge Manor (5.01 acres at 7000 Iron Horse Boulevard). The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and may enter executive session.

• Public hearing for special use permit for trade school at 6647 Boulevard 26
• Preliminary plat for Wayfarer Addition, 2.913 acres at 6716 Stardust Drive
• Final plat for Cambridge Manor, 5.01 acres at 7000 Iron Horse Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2023 meeting
• Executive session authorized for legal advice

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two land plats with conditions and granted a special use permit for a trade school. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 21, 2023, meeting.

• Approved minutes of December 21, 2023, meeting (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Wayfarer Addition at 6716 Stardust Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Cambridge Manor at 7000 Iron Horse Boulevard with conditions (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for Barcelona Beauty Academy at 6647 Boulevard 26, subject to landscaping, parking, and signage improvements (5-0)

Keep NRH Beautiful Commission

The Keep NRH Beautiful Commission will meet to approve minutes from October and December 2023, discuss the Governor's Community Achievement Award application, and plan classes and schedules for 2024. No binding decisions are scheduled beyond minute approvals.

• Approve minutes of October 17, 2023 meeting
• Approve minutes of December 10, 2023 meeting
• Discuss Governor's Community Achievement Award application
• Discuss classes and schedule for 2024

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from October 2023 and discuss potential service opportunities and projects. Public comments are allowed on agenda items. No ordinances, contracts, or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of October 11, 2023 meeting
• Discuss service opportunities and potential projects for the committee

City Council

This meeting includes a work session with a presentation of the 2023 Citizen Survey Report and discussion of future agenda items. The regular meeting features a public hearing on the 50th Year Community Development Block Grant Program and a public hearing on the Youth Programs Standards of Care ordinance. The consent agenda includes awards for drainage improvements, a valve trailer, ballistic shields, and six vehicles, totaling over $661,000. The council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the city manager, attorney, and secretary.

• Award of RFB 24-002 to JR West Texas Concrete for Sunnybrook Addition Drainage Improvements ($178,260)
• Sole source purchase of Level 3 Rapid Response Ballistic Shields and Shield Lights ($67,457) using TAG Grant funds
• Purchase of six vehicles from Sam Pack's Five Star Ford ($309,568) through BuyBoard cooperative
• Public hearing and consideration of Resolution 2024-002 adopting the 50th Year Community Development Block Grant Program
• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 3836 adopting the North Richland Hills Youth Programs Standards of Care

City Council approved the consent agenda (6-0), which included contracts for drainage improvements, vehicle purchases, and police equipment, and adopted Resolution 2024-002 for the 50th Year Community Development Block Grant program to reconstruct a sewer line on Matson Street. A work session featured the 2023 Citizen Survey results, and an executive session on personnel matters was held with no public action reported.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0) including drainage improvements contract ($178,260), valve trailer purchase ($108,153), ballistic shields ($67,457), and six vehicles ($309,568)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-002 for Community Development Block Grant to reconstruct 800 ft of sanitary sewer line on Matson Street (6-0)