River Oaks public meetings in 2025

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will meet to consider approving the results of the City Council Member Place 3 runoff election held on December 13, 2025. The council may also enter an executive session to discuss litigation, real property, personnel, or security devices.

• Resolution # 1156-2025: Canvassing returns and declaring results of the City Council Member Place 3 runoff election

The River Oaks City Council approved Resolution #1156-2025, which canvasses the returns and declares Leigh Ann Turner the winner of the Place 3 runoff election held on December 13, 2025. The motion was moved by Council Member Claridge, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Turner, and all members voted “Aye”. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution #1156-2025 canvassing runoff results (all aye)

Crime Control & Prevention District

The River Oaks Crime Control and Prevention District will meet to approve the minutes from a special meeting in August and the 4-inch quarter FY 2025 financial report. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 5:45 p.m.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Approval of 4" quarter FY 2025 financial report (July 1-Sept 30, 2025)

The district approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 special meeting. It also approved the fourth‑quarter FY 2025 financial report. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (all Aye)
• Approved FY 2025 Q4 financial report (all Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all Aye)

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will review routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of the previous meeting minutes, bills payable for FY 2026, and a crosswalk installation on Blackstone Drive. The council will also discuss several substantive proposals: a drug and alcohol program agreement with Allied Compliance Services, renewal fee changes for a CISD construction permit, and an engineering agreement with Plumber & Associates LLC for a PFAS feasibility study.

• Approve minutes of the November 18, 2025 regular council meeting (Consent Agenda A).
• Ratify installation of a crosswalk in the 5300 block of Blackstone Dr (Consent Agenda F).
• Approve drug and alcohol program acceptance agreement with Allied Compliance Services (Consent Agenda E).
• Consider approval of permit renewal fees and extended expiration time for the CISD new construction project (Item 9).
• Consider approval of engineering agreement with Plumber & Associates LLC for the PFAS feasibility study (Item 10).

The council approved all items on the consent agenda, including minutes, financial reports, a drug program agreement, and a crosswalk installation. Council members waived the $32,259.75 permit renewal fee for the CISD new construction project and extended the permit expiration to the project's end. An agreement with Plummer & Associates for a $78,000 PFAS feasibility study was approved. An incentive program offering a $10 water‑bill credit for lead and copper sample collection was also approved.

• Approved Consent Agenda items A‑F (minutes, bills payable, financial reports, drug program agreement, crosswalk) – all Aye
• Waived $32,259.75 permit renewal fee and extended permit expiration for CISD new construction – all Aye
• Approved $78,000 engineering agreement with Plummer & Associates for PFAS feasibility study – all Aye
• Approved water‑bill incentive program ($10 credit for sample collection) – all Aye
• Ratified approval to install a crosswalk in the 5300 block of Blackstone Drive – all Aye
• Approved CCPD 4™ quarterly financial report for FY 2025 – all Aye
• Approved Storm Water Fund 4" quarterly financial report for FY 2025 – all Aye
• Approved Drug and Alcohol Program Acceptance Agreement with Allied Compliance Services – all Aye

Storm Water Task Force

The River Oaks Storm Water Task Force will vote on the fourth‑quarter FY 2025 financial report covering July 1‑Sept 30, 2025. Members will hear reports from Public Works Director Todd Henderson and City Engineer Michael Thomas on several drainage concerns, including the Roberts Cut‑off study, a flooding complaint at 1008 Yale, and street drainage on 1658 Long Ave. The board will also discuss the 2025 MS4 annual report and receive updates on storm‑water grant applications.

• Approve 4th quarter FY 2025 financial report (July 1‑Sept 30, 2025)
• Review drainage issues: Roberts Cut‑off study, 1008 Yale flooding, 1658 Long Ave street drainage, private drainageways on Jacksboro Highway, Almena drainageway between Greenbrier/Glenwick
• Discuss and/or act on 2025 MS4 annual report (Dec 14 2024 – Sept 29 2025)
• Update on storm‑water grant applications
• Public testimony on any topic (limited to agenda‑listed items per Open Meetings Act)

Christmas Committee

The River Oaks Christmas Committee will meet on Dec 15, 2025 at City Hall. The agenda includes a discussion of the post‑event report and summary of the city Christmas parade and festivities held on Dec 6, 2025. No official action by the City Council will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of the post‑event report/summary of the Dec 6, 2025 Christmas parade and festivities

Foundation Supporting the River Oaks Community Center

The Board of Directors of the Foundation Supporting the River Oaks Community Center will meet to consider approving funds for special needs children at Castleberry High School. The meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the Jury Room at River Oaks City Hall.

• Approval to expend funds for special needs children at Castleberry High School
• Regular meeting of the Foundation Supporting the River Oaks Community Center Board of Directors
• Meeting location: Jury Room at River Oaks City Hall, 4900 River Oaks Blvd

Staff Meetings

The City Council will meet for the city departments weekly staff meeting. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and departmental updates; no formal action will be taken.

• Departmental reports to inform and enhance city operations

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will meet to discuss the Holiday Lights Contest, the Hometown Christmas Event, and maintenance issues at McGee Park. The board will also approve updated financial reports and consider canceling the January 1, 2026 meeting.

• Consider approval of judges for Holiday Lights Contest
• Discussion on Hometown Christmas Event participation
• Update on beautification project at McGee Park
• Discussion on maintenance problems at McGee Park
• Consider approval to cancel January 1, 2026 meeting

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will consider approving judges for the Holiday Lights Contest and discuss participation in this year's Hometown Christmas Event. The board will receive updates on a beautification project at the northwest corner of McGee Park and a maintenance request for McGee Park. Additional items include scheduling 2026 fundraisers, approving an updated financial report, and deciding whether to cancel the Jan. 1, 2026 regular meeting.

• Consider approval of judges for the Holiday Lights Contest
• Discussion/action on participation in this year's Hometown Christmas Event
• Update on the beautification project at the northwest corner of McGee Park
• Discussion/action on maintenance problems at McGee Park (request from Alternate Member Amanda Williams)
• Consider approval to cancel the January 1, 2026 Parks Board regular meeting

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 regular meeting. They voted to have Parks Board members serve as judges for the Holiday Lights Contest. They also voted to cancel the scheduled regular meeting on January 1, 2026.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous aye)
• Approved Parks Board members as Holiday Lights Contest judges (unanimous aye)
• Approved cancellation of Jan 1, 2026 Parks Board regular meeting (unanimous aye)

Staff Meetings

The River Oaks City Council staff meeting will consist of departmental updates from city officials. Citizens may provide public testimony on any topic, but the council will not deliberate or take formal action. The meeting is called under the Open Meetings Act and is open to the public.

• Public testimony: citizens invited to speak on any agenda topic (no council deliberation)

Christmas Committee

The Christmas Committee is meeting to discuss and plan the city Christmas parade and festivities. These events are scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025. The agenda states that no official action of the City Council will be taken.

• Planning for the city Christmas parade and festivities scheduled for December 6, 2025

Christmas Committee

The River Oaks City Council will hold a planning meeting of the Christmas Committee. Council members and city officers will discuss the schedule and details of the city’s Christmas parade and related festivities scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025. No formal actions or votes will be taken by the council. The meeting is open to the public as required by the Open Meetings Act.

• Discussion and planning of the 2025 River Oaks city Christmas parade and festivities scheduled for Dec 6, 2025

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will meet to discuss holiday events and receive updates on park projects. The board is considering approval for a holiday lights contest and participation in the Hometown Christmas Event.

• Approval of a Holiday Lights Contest
• Participation in the Hometown Christmas Event
• Update on the beautification project at the northwest corner of McGee Park
• Public Works Director update on the Sand Ball Volleyball Tournament cancellation

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will consider several items, including routine approvals on the consent agenda and a number of interlocal agreements. Major actions include a boundary adjustment with the City of Fort Worth that would transfer 0.0740 land acres, and an ordinance amendment to the animal‑control code. The council will also review agreements for fire‑protection mutual aid and street‑improvement projects.

• Approve minutes of the October 21, 2025 regular council meeting
• Approve mutual aid agreement with TCESD1 for fire protection service
• Consider joint ordinance and boundary agreement with Fort Worth for a boundary adjustment along Sam Calloway Road and River Oaks Blvd, transferring 0.0740 land acres
• Consider interlocal agreement with Tarrant County Precinct 4 for street improvement (reconstruction and asphalt overlay of Roberts Cut Off Rd from River Oaks Blvd to Ohio Garden Road)
• Consider Ordinance #1465‑2025 amending Chapter 2 Animal Control to change the feeding stray or feral animals provision

The council approved the consent agenda items, including the minutes of the Oct. 21 meeting and a fire‑protection mutual aid agreement. It waived the rental fee for a Federal Bureau of Prisons‑Carswell event and approved a boundary adjustment that transfers 0.0740 acres from Fort Worth to River Oaks. Several interlocal agreements for hazardous‑waste services, road improvement, and a community‑center parking lot were also approved, along with an ordinance updating animal‑control rules.

• Approved minutes of Oct 21, 2025 meeting (all Aye)
• Approved bills payable for period ending Nov 4, 2025 (FY 2026) (all Aye)
• Approved mutual aid agreement with TCESD1 for fire protection services (all Aye)
• Waived rental fee for Federal Bureau of Prisons‑Carswell event Dec 7, 2025 (all Aye)
• Approved boundary adjustment transferring 0.0740 acres from Fort Worth to River Oaks (all Aye)
• Approved continuation of hazardous‑waste interlocal agreement with Fort Worth (all Aye)
• Approved interlocal agreement for Roberts Cut Off Road reconstruction with Tarrant County (all Aye)
• Approved Ordinance #1465-2025 amending animal‑control feeding stray cats (all Aye)

Economic Development Corporation

The River Oaks Economic Development Corporation board will consider several items, including approval of a request by the Christmas Parade Committee to use city promotional funds for parade awards and discussion of banner sign equipment costs. The board will receive updates on a River Oaks magazine promotion, an $18,000 expenditure to offset shared costs with Parker Hannifin for a 10,800‑square‑foot parking lot, and new business opportunities. An announcement will be made about a ribbon‑cutting event for Los Tres Cafesitos on November 8.

• Approval request by the Christmas Parade Committee to use city promotional funds for parade awards
• Discussion and possible approval of equipment costs for installing banner signs
• Update on $18,000 expenditure to offset shared costs with Parker Hannifin for a 10,800 sq ft parking lot
• Update on expenditure for a River Oaks magazine to promote economic development
• Announcement of ribbon‑cutting event on November 8 for “Los Tres Cafesitos” at 5406 River Oaks Blvd.

Reinvestment Zones No. 1 and No. 1A

The River Oaks Reinvestment Zone Board will consider approving a street improvement project that reconstructs and adds an asphalt overlay to RRoberts Cut Off Rd from River Oaks Blvd to Ohio Garden Road. The board will also discuss eligibility for future projects within Zones 1 and 1A. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the August 26, 2025 special meeting and a period for public comments.

• Approval of street improvement project: reconstruction and asphalt overlay of RRoberts Cut Off Rd (River Oaks Blvd to Ohio Garden Road)
• Discussion and/or action on eligibility of future projects within Reinvestment Zones 1 and 1A
• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2025 special meeting
• Public comments opportunity for citizens

The council approved the minutes from the August 26, 2024 special meeting. No amendments to the reinvestment zone bylaws or director appointments were made. The FY 2026 operating budget for Reinvestment Zones No. 1 and No. 1A was approved and recommended to the City Council. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 26, 2024 special meeting minutes (all aye)
• Approved FY 2026 TIRZ operating budget for Zones 1 and 1A (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will first approve routine consent‑agenda items such as meeting minutes and bill payments. It will then discuss several specific requests, including a permit extension for a U‑Haul site, interlocal agreements for hazardous‑waste collection and election services, and a resolution on Oncor Electric rates. A public hearing will be held on the proposed rezoning of 5550 Baylor Ave from a community‑facilities district to an R‑4 single‑family district. The council may also convene an executive session for legal or personnel matters.

• Approve minutes of the September 16, 2025 regular council meeting (Consent agenda)
• Approve bills payable for FY 2025 and FY 2026 periods (Consent agenda)
• Consider extending the temporary permit for a U‑Haul pickup/drop‑off at 1711 Roberts Cut Off Rd.
• Consider interlocal agreement with the City of Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center for FY 2026 hazardous‑waste program
• Consider rezoning 5550 Baylor Ave (Block 4 Lot 6) from “CF” to “R‑4” single‑family district (Zoning Case # RZ 2025‑0006)

The council approved the rezoning of the city‑owned property at 5550 Baylor Avenue from a Community Facilities district to an R‑4 single‑family district, allowing up to five new homes and generating an estimated $12,000‑$15,000 in annual property taxes. It also granted a four‑month extension for the temporary U‑Haul pickup and drop‑off permit at 1711 Roberts Cut Off Rd. Additional approvals included the interlocal hazardous‑waste agreement with Fort Worth, a contract with Tarrant County for election services, an engineering agreement with Oller Engineering Inc., and resolutions denying Oncor Electric’s rate‑change request and adopting the FY 2026 investment strategy and policy. All items were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda items A‑E (minutes, bills payable, investment report) – All voted Aye
• Granted 4‑month extension for U‑Haul permit at 1711 Roberts Cut Off Rd – All voted Aye
• Approved interlocal hazardous‑waste agreement with Fort Worth for FY 2026 – All voted Aye
• Approved contract with Tarrant County for election services – All voted Aye
• Approved engineering agreement with Oller Engineering Inc. for grant administration – All voted Aye
• Approved Resolution #1150-2025 denying Oncor Electric rate‑change request – All voted Aye
• Approved Resolution #1151-2025 adopting FY 2026 investment strategy and policy – All voted Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1463-2025 rezoning 5550 Baylor Ave from CF to R‑4 district – All voted Aye

Staff Meetings

The City Council will be present for the city departments' weekly staff meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and departmental updates; no formal action will be taken.

• Departmental reports to enhance operations and collaboration

Staff Meetings

The City Council will be present for the city departments' weekly staff meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and departmental updates; no formal action will be taken by the City Council.

• Departmental reports to discuss issues and enhance collaborations

Economic Development Corporation

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. It ordered 65 Christmas banners and 25 brackets at a total cost of $5,182.34 from the 2024‑2025 budget. The board also approved $75,000 for new playground equipment. Other agenda items were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Ordered 65 Christmas banners and 25 brackets, $5,182.34 (budgeted)
• Approved $75,000 for playground equipment

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will consider a proposed improvement project for the northeast corner of McGee Park at Greenbriar and Thurston. It will also approve the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting and review the September 2025 financial report. Additional items include selecting the September Yard of the Month winner and discussing participation in a College Career Military Readiness event at Castleberry High School on Oct. 27, 2025.

• Approve minutes from the September 4, 2025 regular meeting
• Consider approval of the September Yard of the Month contest selection
• Discuss and/or act on proposed improvements to the northeast corner of McGee Park at Greenbriar and Thurston
• Discuss and/or act on participation in the College Career Military Readiness event at Castleberry High School on Oct. 27, 2025
• Report from the City Manager on the September 2025 Park Board financial report

The Parks Board approved the September 4 regular meeting minutes. The board authorized the Council Liaison to select the September Yard of the Month. It also approved a trophy purchase up to $50 and a $100 banner for the Parks Foundation. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 4 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Council Liaison to select September Yard of the Month (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a trophy up to $50 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a 3‑by‑5 cloth banner up to $100 for the Parks Foundation (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The River Oaks Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss updates on a magazine publication, a pavilion donation, and a parking lot construction project. The board will also consider approval of minutes and discuss potential new businesses.

• Approval of August 25, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on EDC funds for River Oaks Magazine
• Update on $30,000 EDC funds for Parker Hannifin pavilion
• Update on $18,000 EDC funds for Parker Hannifin parking lot
• Executive session regarding real estate and business negotiations

Staff Meetings

The River Oaks City Council will meet for its weekly staff session on September 23, 2025. No formal council actions are scheduled; the agenda consists of a call to order, departmental updates, and an opportunity for public testimony limited to factual statements. The meeting is open to the public under the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Call to Order
• Departmental Updates
• Public Testimony (no council deliberation permitted)
• Adjournment

City Council

The City Council will discuss a five-year financial plan and a road improvement project with Tarrant County Precinct 4. The body will also consider updates to animal waste regulations and residential and commercial solid waste fees.

• Resolution # 1149-2025: Adjusting fees for residential and commercial solid waste collection and disposal
• Ordinance # 1462-2025: Amending animal control health regulations to include animal waste control
• FY 2026 road improvement project with Tarrant County Precinct 4
• General Fund operational 5 year financial plan
• Staff reports on substandard properties at 1513 Skyline Dr., 5401 Baylor Ave., 5609 James Dr., 4912 Black Oak Lane, and 1517 Byrd Dr.

The council approved the FY 2026 road improvement project for the 5300‑5400 block of Castleberry Cut Off, costing $104,258.92. They appointed Robert Whatley as the new Fire Chief effective September 26, 2025. The council also adopted ordinance #1462‑2025 on animal waste control and resolution #1149‑2025 increasing solid waste fees. All items were approved unanimously.

• Approved FY 2026 road improvement project for Castleberry Cut Off ($104,258.92) (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Whatley as Fire Chief (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #1462‑2025 amending animal waste control (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1149‑2025 adding 10% commercial franchise fee and $2 residential solid waste fee increase (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2025 regular council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved bills payable for period ending September 16, 2025 (unanimous)

Storm Water Task Force

The River Oaks Storm Water Task Force will approve minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting and take the oath of office for 2025 board appointees. Members will consider participation in the upcoming Career Day at Castleberry Elementary. The board will receive a report on drainage problems, including the Roberts Cut Off study, a 1008 Yale flooding complaint, issues on 1658 Long Ave, the Almena drainageway between Glenwick and GreenbrieR, and private drainageways on Jacksboro Highway.

• Approve board minutes from August 19, 2025 regular meeting
• Oath of office for 2025 board appointees
• Discuss participation in Career Day at Castleberry Elementary
• Report on Roberts Cut Off drainageway study from Castleberry to Pomona
• Review drainage complaints: 1008 Yale flooding, 1658 Long Ave, Almena drainageway, private drainageways on Jacksboro Highway

Planning & Zoning Commission

The River Oaks Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider an action to rezone a property at 5550 Baylor Ave from a Community Facilities District to a Single-Family District.

• Public hearing on proposed rezoning of 5550 Baylor Ave (Case # RZ 2025-0006)
• Action to approve recommendation to City Council for the rezoning
• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2025 special called meeting

Staff Meetings

The River Oaks City Council convened a weekly staff meeting on September 2, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 4900 River Oaks Blvd. The meeting followed Texas Open Meetings Act requirements and included departmental updates to enhance collaboration. No formal decisions or votes were taken by the City Council.

Parks Board

The Parks Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on revenue funding sources. The board will also receive updates on a fundraiser and a request for assistance at McGee Park.

• Discussion and/or action on revenue funding sources
• Update on Texas Rangers Foundation request for assistance at McGee Park
• Update on September 13 Poker Run fundraiser
• Report on North Texas Giving Event
• Review of August 2025 Park Board Financial Report

The board approved the minutes from the August 7 regular meeting. It designated the July Yard of the Month as 5521 Purdue. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

• Approved August 7 meeting minutes (all voted aye)
• Designated July Yard of the Month as 5521 Purdue (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m. (all voted aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to consider the 2025-2026 operating budget and a municipal tax rate of $0.743991 per $100. The body will also decide on a rezoning application for 5641 Taylor Road and enforcement action for a property at 5401 Baylor Ave.

• Proposed 2025-2026 budget increasing total general fund property taxes by $262,335
• Proposed tax rate of $0.743991 per $100 for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025
• Rezoning of 5641 Taylor Road from R-3 single-family to C-1 commercial for office space
• Enforcement action regarding substandard property at 5401 Baylor Ave
• Discussion of city-wide yard sale weekend on September 27, 2025

The council adopted the 2025‑2026 operating budget (Ordinance #1460‑2025) and ratified the accompanying property‑tax increase. It also approved Ordinance #1461‑2025 setting the tax rate at $0.743991 per $100, a 10.08% rise. Additionally, the council voted to list the city property at 5550 Baylor for sale and cancelled the October 7, 2025 council meeting. All consent‑agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of the August 26, 2025 special council meeting (Aye)
• Approved bills payable for the period ending September 2, 2025 (Aye)
• Approved Ordinance #1460-2025 adopting the 2025‑2026 operating budget (Aye)
• Ratified the property‑tax increase reflected in the operating budget (Aye)
• Approved Ordinance #1461-2025 setting the tax rate at $0.743991 per $100 (Aye)
• Cancelled the October 7, 2025 council meeting (Aye)
• Approved listing of city property at 5550 Baylor for sale (Aye)

Friends of the Animal Shelter

The Board of Directors will hold its annual meeting to conduct business pursuant to organization bylaws. The board will hold a public hearing and consider approving the budget for Fiscal Year 2026, covering October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.

• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2024 special called meeting
• Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget
• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget (Oct 1, 2025-Sept 30, 2026)

The board approved the August 29, 2024 meeting minutes after a motion and unanimous vote. A motion to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026 budget was also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. No other actions were decided.

• Approved August 29, 2024 minutes (all voted Aye)
• Approved FY 2026 budget for the Friends of the River Oaks Animal Shelter (all voted Aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (all voted Aye)

Parks Board

The Parks Foundation of River Oaks will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve its budget for fiscal year 2026. The board will also consider spending for a fundraising event.

• Approval of the Parks Foundation of River Oaks budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (Oct 1, 2025-Sept 30, 2026)
• Expenditure of funds for the September 13, 2025 Poker Run fundraising event
• Approval of minutes from the July 16, 2025 special called meeting

City Council

The council approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 regular meeting. It also approved a $30,000 expenditure for a pavilion, as outlined in Resolution #1148‑2025. The council announced that a vote on the proposed 2025 ad valorem tax rate will be held on September 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved minutes of August 19, 2025 meeting (all voted aye)
• Approved $30,000 pavilion expenditure (all voted aye)
• Set date for vote on 2025 ad valorem tax rate: Sept 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Economic Development Corporation

The River Oaks Economic Development Corporation will meet on August 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers to approve the FY2026 operating budget. The meeting was rescheduled due to lack of quorum at the August 19 special meeting. Public testimony and a public hearing on the budget are scheduled, followed by an executive session to discuss real estate and business incentive negotiations.

• FY2026 Economic Development Corporation Fund Operating Budget (October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026)
• Public hearing on FY2026 budget pursuant to Local Government Code, Title 12, Chapter 505
• Executive session to discuss real estate transactions and business incentive negotiations

The board approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting with all members voting aye. The board also approved the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget, authorizing $336,600 in revenue and $326,932 in expenditures as presented. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Approved FY 2026 operating budget: $336,600 revenue, $326,932 expenditures (all aye)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for 5641 Taylor Road. The commission will consider recommending a change from R-3 single-family zoning to C-2 commercial zoning. The meeting also includes the election of a vice-chairman.

• Public hearing and recommendation for Zoning Case # RZ 2025-0005: rezoning 5641 Taylor Road (Block 1, Lot 1 in River Oaks Park Addition) from R-3 to C-2 for additional office space
• Election of Vice-Chairman during the annual organization meeting
• Oath of office for 2025 board appointees

City Council

The City Council will discuss several Economic Development Corporation (EDC) expenditures, including a new pavilion and park improvements. The body will also consider updates to wrecker service ordinances and employee insurance rates for the upcoming plan year.

• Ordinance # 1456-2025 to spend up to $30,000 for a 50 x 60 foot pavilion at the Community Center
• Approval of employee health, life, and medical insurance rates for Oct 1, 2025 – Sept 30, 2026
• Ordinance # 1457-2025 to establish an exclusive wrecker service
• Ordinance # 1458-2025 creating a school-day no parking zone on Frontier Street between Melbourne and Blackstone Dr.
• Business improvement grant agreement for Quality Auto Repair Wheels and Tires at 1004 Merritt Street

The council approved a $2,000 one‑time fee and a $6,246 annual fee for a premium website design with Civic Plus, and authorized spending $8,246 from the Hotel‑Motel Tax Fund for the first year. The council also approved the consent agenda items, employee health insurance rate changes, and several ordinances and resolutions, all with unanimous Aye votes.

• Approved consent agenda items A‑E (minutes, bills payable, EDC bylaw amendment, park improvements, business grant) – All Aye
• Approved employee health, life & medical insurance rate changes for 2025‑2026 plan year – All Aye
• Approved statement of work agreement for premium website design with Civic Plus ($2,000 one‑time, $6,246 annual) – All Aye
• Approved $8,246 expenditure from Hotel‑Motel Tax Fund for premium website design – All Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1456-2025 to spend up to $30,000 for a 50 × 60 ft pavilion at the community center – All Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1457-2025 amending wrecker service provisions – All Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1458-2025 creating a special no‑parking zone on Frontier Street during school days – All Aye
• Approved Resolution #1149-2025 settling rate review with Atmos Energy Corp.; residential bill up $8.55, commercial bill to $23.65 – All Aye

Crime Control & Prevention District

The Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) will hold a public hearing regarding its proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The board will then consider a recommendation to City Council for the budget's approval.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2025-2026 Operating Crime Control & Prevention District (CCPD) Budget
• Recommendation to City Council for approval of FY 2025-2026 CCPD Budget
• Approval of minutes from the July 15, 2025 special meeting

Staff Meetings

The River Oaks City Council convened a weekly staff meeting on August 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 4900 River Oaks Blvd. The meeting followed procedural guidelines under the Texas Open Meetings Act and included departmental updates to enhance collaboration. No formal decisions or votes were taken by the City Council.

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will meet to elect a Vice-Chairman and Board Secretary. The board will also discuss revenue funding sources and review reports on park grants and financial status.

• Election for Vice-Chairman and Board Secretary
• Discussion and/or action on revenue funding sources
• Approval of July 2025 Yard of the Month Contest selection
• Report on Texas Parks & Wildlife Local Park Grant filing
• Report on Texas Rangers Foundation assistance request for McGee Park

The Parks Board approved the minutes from the July 24 special meeting. They approved the June Yard of the Month (600 Worthview). The board elected Cassie Dyer as board secretary and Jennifer Gansert as vice‑chairman. The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

• Approved July 24 special meeting minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved June Yard of the Month – 600 Worthview (all voted aye)
• Elected Cassie Dyer as board secretary and Jennifer Gansert as vice‑chairman (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:43 p.m. (all voted aye)

City Council

The City Council will consider the 2025 tax rate and a resolution to hold a general election on November 4, 2025. The body will also review several service contracts and agreements regarding city property and infrastructure.

• Resolution # 1146-2025 calling for a general election on November 4, 2025
• Discussion and record vote on the 2025 tax rate
• Lease agreement with Tarrant County Emergency Services District No. 1 for the city annex building at 4900 River Oaks Blvd.
• Contract with Parker Hannifin Corporation for an asphalt parking lot at 5300 Blackstone Dr.
• Resolution # 1147-2025 for EDC park improvement expenditures over $10,000.00

The council unanimously approved a year‑to‑year lease with Tarrant County Emergency Services District and a parking‑lot contract with Parker Hannifin, changing the payment term to 90 days. It also approved an exclusive wrecker agreement with Texas Towing, a janitorial services contract with Alondra Serrano (excluding the Annex building), and set a proposed tax rate of $0.743991 per $100 with a public hearing on August 26. Resolutions for the Nov. 4 general election and an economic‑development spending plan were adopted, and an ordinance to purchase a storage convex was approved.

• Approved year‑to‑year lease with Tarrant County Emergency Services District ($6,700/mo utilities)
• Approved parking‑lot construction contract with Parker Hannifin, payment term changed to 90 days
• Approved exclusive wrecker services contract with Texas Towing
• Approved janitorial services contract with Alondra Serrano, removing Annex building from scope
• Approved tax rate of $0.743991 per $100 and scheduled public hearing for Aug 26
• Approved Resolution #1146-2025 for a Nov. 4 general election with Tarrant County
• Approved first reading of Resolution #1147-2025 for economic‑development project spending
• Approved Ordinance #1455-2025 to purchase a storage convex using Community Center funds

Staff Meetings

The City Council and city departments will meet for weekly staff updates. The agenda states that no formal action of the City Council will be taken during this meeting.

• Departmental reports to enhance operations and collaboration

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a 2025 Small Community Grant application from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

• Discussion and/or action on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department 2025 Small Community Grant Application

The River Oaks Parks Board approved the minutes from the July 3 regular meeting with all members voting aye. The board received a report that the Texas Parks and Wildlife Grant was awarded and passed through Council. Members discussed the grant application but took no formal action.

• Approved July 3 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Staff Meetings

The City Council may be present for the city departments' weekly staff meeting. The session is for departmental updates to enhance collaborations and operations. No formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental reports and updates

Parks Foundation

The Parks Foundation approved the minutes from its August 27, 2024 meeting. It also approved paying the $50 entry fee and registering for North Texas Giving Day on September 18, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved paying $50 entry fee and registering for North Texas Giving Day (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks Board

The Parks Board approved the minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting. It also approved paying the $50 entry fee and registering for North Texas Giving Day, with registration due August 8, 2025. The board indicated it will schedule a future meeting to discuss the budget and review the bank balance. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved minutes from August 27, 2024 meeting (all Aye)
• Approved paying $50 entry fee and registering for North Texas Giving Day (all Aye)
• Planned to schedule a future budget meeting and provide bank balance
• Adjourned meeting (all Aye)

Crime Control & Prevention District

The Crime Control and Prevention District will conduct a work session to discuss the FY 2026 budget. The board will also elect officers and review the 3rd quarter FY 2025 financial report.

• FY 2026 Budget Workshop (October 1, 2025 — September 30, 2026)
• Election of President, Vice-President, and other officers
• Approval of 3rd Quarter FY 2025 Financial Report (April 1 - June 30, 2025)
• Potential scheduling of FY 2026 budget public hearing for August 19, 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant application for McGee Park. The body will also discuss parking plans for the Community Center and a boundary agreement with the City of Fort Worth.

• Resolution # 11 45-2025 for a Small Community Grant for McGee Park improvements
• Contractual agreement with Texas Towing Wrecker Service Inc for exclusive wrecker and impound services
• Boundary agreement with City of Fort Worth for property at 5698 Sam Calloway Road
• Temporary hard surface parking at the Community Center for Stratoflex remodeling overflow
• Leasing of the City Annex Building

The River Oaks City Council approved all items on the consent agenda and entered into an agreement for a temporary pavilion parking project at the Community Center. They authorized Resolution #1145‑2025 to apply for a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant of $75,000 for McGee Park upgrades. The council also agreed to request a boundary adjustment with Fort Worth and tabled a towing‑service contract. Discussions were held on a premium Civic Plus website plan, with funding to be considered from the hotel/motel tax.

• Approved Consent Agenda items A‑F (all ayes)
• Approved agreement for temporary pavilion parking at the Community Center (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution #1145‑2025 authorizing Texas Parks & Wildlife grant application for McGee Park (all ayes)
• Agreed to send a letter to Fort Worth requesting boundary adjustment for 5698 Sam Calloway Road (agreement)
• Tabled contract with Texas Tow Wrecker Service Inc. for exclusive wrecker services (no vote)
• Deferred discussion on leasing the City Annex building to Executive Session (no vote)
• Discussed premium Civic Plus website plan, potential funding from hotel/motel tax (no vote)

Storm Water Task Force

The River Oaks Storm Water Task Force will meet to approve the 3rd quarter FY 2025 Storm Water Fund financial report and hear staff updates on multiple drainage issues. The task force will also hold a work session to discuss the FY 2026 Storm Water Fund budget and schedule a public hearing for August 19, 2025.

• Approve 3rd quarter FY 2025 Storm Water Fund financial report (April 1–June 30, 2025)
• Review drainage issues at Roberts Cut Off Drainageway, 1008 Yale, 5407 Amherst, 1101 Harvard, and 1658 Long Ave
• Work session on FY 2026 Storm Water Fund budget
• Schedule public hearing for Storm Water Fund budget on August 19, 2025 at 4:00 P.M.
• Discuss participation in Back to School Kick Off Pep Rally on August 4th

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will consider a recommendation to apply for a $150,000 matching grant for McGee Park. The board will also discuss the FY 2026 Park Department Budget Proposal and revenue funding sources.

• Recommendation for a $150,000 small community matching grant for McGee Park improvements
• FY 2026 Park Department Budget Proposal
• Preparation of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Local Park Grant
• Selection for the June 2025 Yard of the Month Contest
• Report on assistance request at McGee Park from the Texas Rangers Foundation

The board approved the minutes from the June 5 meeting. It approved 508 Club Oak as the Yard of the Month. It approved a special meeting on July 24, 2025 at 6 PM to finalize the Texas Parks and Wildlife grant and recommended that the City Council approve a $150,000 matching grant for improvements to McGee Park. The meeting was adjourned at 8:06 PM.

• Approved June 5 meeting minutes (All voted aye)
• Approved 508 Club Oak as Yard of the Month (All voted aye)
• Approved special Parks Board meeting on July 24, 2025 at 6 PM (All voted aye)
• Recommended City Council approve $150,000 matching grant for McGee Park improvements (All voted aye)
• Member Meyers resigned from the Parks Board
• Adjourned meeting at 8:06 PM (All voted aye)

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will discuss several local property requests and a budget amendment for fire department equipment. The body will also consider a resolution to delay an Oncor electric rate change to allow for a city study.

• Resolution # 1144-2025 to suspend Oncor Electric Delivery Company's July 31, 2025 rate change
• Ordinance # 1454-2025 to use Fire Department Dollar Donation Fund for a Blitz-Fire unmanned master stream
• Request for off-site sign at 1001 Roberts Cut Off Rd for Burgers Lake
• Request for temporary living accommodations extension at 703 Merritt St
• Discussion on temporary hard surface parking at the Community Center for Stratoflex remodeling

The council approved the consent agenda items, including minutes and bills payable. It authorized a Burgers Lake sign on the city pole at 1001 Roberts Cut Off and extended temporary living accommodations at 703 Merritt Street by 30‑45 days. Ordinance #1454‑2025 was adopted to spend $5,200 for a new fire‑fighting device, and Resolution #1144‑2025 was adopted to suspend the ONCOR rate change. Board and commission appointments for 2024‑2025 were also approved.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes and bills payable) – All Aye
• Approved Burgers Lake off‑site sign at 1001 Roberts Cut Off – All Aye
• Extended temporary living accommodations at 703 Merritt St. by 30‑45 days – All Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1454‑2025 to spend $5,200 from fire donation fund for Blitz‑Fire unmanned master stream – All Aye
• Approved Resolution #1144‑2025 to suspend ONCOR rate change effective July 31, 2025 – All Aye
• Approved 2024‑2025 board and commission appointments, adding Don Istook and removing Heather Knight – All Aye
• Added Claire Mudd to Park Board Alternate 2 and Planning & Zoning Alternate 1 – All Aye

Economic Development Corporation

The Economic Development Corporation approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. Members re‑appointed directors for Places 1, 3, 5, and 7. Darren Houk was re‑appointed as President and Raul Sanchez as Vice‑President. All actions passed with unanimous "Aye" votes.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Re‑appointed directors for Places 1, 3, 5, and 7 (all aye)
• Re‑appointed Darren Houk as President (all aye)
• Re‑appointed Raul Sanchez as Vice‑President (all aye)

Storm Water Task Force

The Storm Water Task Force will receive reports on specific drainage issues and the May 2025 Storm Water Fund financial report. The board will also discuss board appointments and training opportunities with the Tarrant Regional Water District.

• Drainage reports for Roberts Cut Off (Castleberry Cut Off to Pomona), 1008 Yale, 5407 Amherst, and 1101 Harvard
• May 2025 Storm Water Fund financial report
• Board appointments
• Training opportunities with the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD)

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property on Inspiration Lane. The council will also consider several interlocal agreements with Tarrant County and the City of White Settlement.

• Public hearing for rezoning 0.1714 acre at 1844 Inspiration Lane from Community Facilities to Single Family Zoning
• Contract with Tarrant County Tax Office for tax assessment and collection for 2025-2027
• Interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for roadway striping on Robert's Cut Off Road
• Mutual aid agreement with the City of White Settlement for fire protection
• Ordinance # 1453-2025 to use Community Center Dollar Donation funds for a sticker burr removal tool

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including the June 3 minutes and park board resignations. It approved a three‑year contract with the Tarrant County Tax Office to assess and collect ad valorem taxes for 2025‑2027. The council also approved an interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for roadway striping on Roberts Cut Off Road, a revised mutual‑aid fire agreement with White Settlement, a rezoning ordinance for 1844 Inspiration Lane, and a budget amendment for a sticker‑burr removal tool.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, bills payable, park board resignations) – all voted Aye
• Approved contract with Tarrant County Tax Office for ad valorem tax collection (2025‑2027) – all voted Aye
• Approved interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for road striping on Roberts Cut Off Road – all voted Aye
• Approved revised mutual‑aid fire agreement with White Settlement (one‑year term, automatic renewal) – all voted Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1452‑2025 rezoning 1844 Inspiration Lane from CF to R‑1 – all voted Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1453‑2025 budget amendment to fund a sticker‑burr removal tool, cost split between Event Center and Park donations – passed with majority Aye

Staff Meetings

The City Council may be present for the city departments' weekly staff meeting. The session is for departmental reports to enhance operations and collaborations. No formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental updates and reports

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for a property at 1844 Inspiration Lane. The commission will decide whether to recommend to City Council that the land be changed from community facilities to single-family zoning.

• Public hearing and recommendation for Case # 2025-0004: rezoning 0.1714 acre at 1844 Inspiration Lane from "CF" Community Facilities to "R-1" Single Family Zoning
• Board appointments and/or recommendations for board appointments

Economic Development Corporation

The Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider director appointments. The board may also enter executive session to discuss legal advice, real estate transactions, and business incentives.

• Approval of April 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Director appointments to serve on the EDC
• Executive session regarding possible sale, lease, or acquisition of real estate
• Executive session regarding financial incentives for business prospects

Staff Meetings

The City Council may be present for the city departments' weekly staff meeting. The session is for departmental reports to enhance collaborations and operations. No formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental updates and reports

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will meet to discuss the installation of pickleball courts at the Event Center and the preparation of a Texas Parks and Wildlife Local Park Grant. The board will also review revenue funding sources and a request for assistance at McGee Park from the Texas Rangers Foundation.

• Installation of pickleball courts outside the Event Center
• Texas Parks and Wildlife Local Park Grant preparation
• Revenue funding sources discussion
• Texas Rangers Foundation request for assistance at McGee Park
• Selection for the May 2025 Yard of the Month Contest

The board approved the May 1 regular meeting minutes. It recommended installing pickleball courts outside the Event Center. The board set the next meeting to start at 6 p.m. on July 3 and to continue work on the Texas Parks and Wildlife grant. It also recommended moving Alt Member Zubia to Place 5.

• Approved May 1 meeting minutes (all voted aye)
• Recommended installation of pickleball courts at the Event Center (all voted aye)
• Set next meeting to start at 6 p.m. on July 3 and continue Texas Parks and Wildlife grant preparation (all voted aye)
• Recommended moving Alt Member Zubia to Place 5 (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m. (all voted aye)

Staff Meetings

The City Council may be present for the city departments' weekly staff meeting. The session is for departmental reports to enhance collaborations and operations. No formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental updates and reports

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property on Dartmouth Ave. Members will also consider updates to the water service disconnection policy and a temporary U-Haul location. The meeting includes a work session on water plant and street maintenance.

• Public hearing for rezoning 5404 Dartmouth Ave from R-4 single-family to R-6 two-family for a 3,600 square foot duplex
• Request for temporary U-Haul pickup and dropoff location at 1711 Roberts Cut Off Rd
• Ordinance # 1451-2025 to revise water service policy regarding delinquent account disconnections
• Request to extend a substandard building order for 5609 James Dr
• Discussion on holiday residential garbage collection policy

The River Oaks City Council unanimously approved Ordinance #1451-2025, updating water service payment and disconnection rules. It also approved a temporary U‑Haul drop‑off/pick‑up site at 1711 Roberts Cut Off Road and extended a building order for 5609 James Drive. The council denied a rezoning request for 5404 Dartmouth Ave. All actions were approved with all members voting "Aye".

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes of May 20, 2025 and bills payable) – all Aye
• Approved temporary U‑Haul drop‑off/pick‑up at 1711 Roberts Cut Off Road, limited to two 14‑ft trucks through Sep 2, 2025 – all Aye
• Approved 90‑day extension of substandard building order for 5609 James Drive (until May 16, 2025) – all Aye
• Denied Ordinance #1450-2025 rezoning 5404 Dartmouth Ave from R‑4 to R‑6 – all Aye
• Approved Ordinance #1451-2025 amending Chapter 13 water service policy on payment arrangements and disconnection – all Aye

Staff Meetings

The City Council will be present for the city departments' weekly staff meeting. The session is for departmental reports to enhance collaborations and operations. No formal action will be taken by the City Council.

• Departmental updates and reports

Storm Water Task Force

The Storm Water Task Force will receive reports on several drainage improvement projects and specific property drainage issues. The board will also discuss or take action regarding training opportunities with the Tarrant Regional Water District.

• Roberts Cut Off drainageway study from Castleberry Cut Off to Pomona
• Greenbrier/Glenwick drainage improvements
• Red Oak drainage improvement project
• Drainage issues at 5407 Amherst and 1101 Harvard
• Training opportunities with the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a technology expense snapshot audit and network coverage updates. The meeting includes reports on substandard properties and a potential executive session regarding litigation and personnel.

• Agreement with Spy Glass for a technology expense snapshot audit of telecommunications accounts
• Technology update from Versa Trust regarding network coverage
• Updates on substandard properties at 1513 Skyline Dr., 5401 Baylor Ave., 5609 James Dr., and 4912 Black Oak Lane
• Executive session regarding Cause # 342-358828-24-Zakary Sade ghian vs. City of River Oaks Building Standards Commission

The council approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting and the bills payable for the period ending May 20, 2025. They also approved an agreement with Spy Glass to conduct a technology expense snapshot audit of primary telecommunications service accounts. All three items were adopted with a vote of “Aye” from each council member present. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2025 regular council meeting (all Aye)
• Approved bills payable for period ending May 20, 2025 (FY 2025) (all Aye)
• Approved agreement with Spy Glass for telecom cost‑savings audit (all Aye)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for 5404 Dartmouth Ave. The body will consider recommending a change from single-family to two-family zoning to allow for a duplex.

• Public hearing and recommendation for rezoning 5404 Dartmouth Ave from R-4 (single-family) to R-6 (two-family)
• Proposed 3,600 square foot duplex (1,800 square feet per side) on a 14,165 square foot lot
• Approval of minutes from the December 16, 2024 regular meeting

Staff Meetings

The City Council may be present for the weekly city departments staff meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and departmental updates. The document states that no formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental reports to enhance operations and collaboration

City Council

The City Council will consider approvals for the 2023-2024 fiscal year audit and a professional services contract with Plummer Associates Inc. Members will also discuss bid specifications for a pickleball court and regulations for handbill distribution.

• Approval of 2023-2024 fiscal year audit report by MWH Group
• Contractual agreement with Plummer Associates Inc for America’s Water Infrastructure Act (AWIA) compliance
• Bid specifications for the installation of a pickleball court
• Appointment of Angela Shields as alternate member #4 on the Zoning Board of Adjustments
• Discussion on combination tax and limited surplus revenue certificates of obligation, series 2021

The council approved the 2023‑2024 fiscal year audit report. It also approved a contract with Plummer Associates to update the water‑treatment plant emergency response plan for AWIA compliance. The appointment of Angela Shields as alternate member #4 on the Zoning Board of Adjustments was removed from the consent agenda and tabled for later consideration. Consent agenda items approving the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes and bills payable for the period ending May 6, 2025 were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2023‑2024 fiscal year audit report (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Plummer Associates for AWIA compliance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 regular council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved bills payable for period ending May 6, 2025 (FY 2025) (unanimous)
• Tabled appointment of Angela Shields as alternate member #4 on Zoning Board (unanimous)
• Tabled bid specifications for installation of a pickleball court
• Tabled discussion on combination tax and limited surplus revenue certificates (informational)
• Tabled discussion on regulations for distribution of handbills

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The River Oaks Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider action on a variance request from Andrew Holder at 501 Roberts Cut Off Rd. The variance would allow a 1,368-square-foot bedroom and kitchen addition within 5 feet of the side property line, violating the required 10-foot side yard, citing hardship due to tree removal. The board will also consider appointing a Place 4 alternate member to the ZBA. Procedural items include approval of minutes and public testimony.

• Public hearing and action on variance request (ZBA Case #2025-0002) by Andrew Holder at 501 Roberts Cut Off Rd for a 1,368 sq ft addition requiring a side yard variance from 10 ft to 5 ft due to tree removal hardship
• Consideration of appointment of Place 4 alternate member to the Zoning Board of Adjustments
• Approval of minutes from the special called meeting on April 17, 2025
• Public testimony on any topic or agenda item

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will meet to discuss funding for playground equipment and identify revenue funding sources. The board will also continue planning for the Yard of Month Campaign and receive a report on assistance for McGee Park from the Texas Rangers Foundation.

• Planning for the Yard of Month Campaign
• Playground equipment funding
• Revenue funding sources
• Texas Rangers Foundation request for assistance at McGee Park
• April 2025 Parks Board Financial Report

The board voted to approve the April 3 regular meeting minutes with corrections. All members present voted aye on the motion. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that also received unanimous aye votes. No other actions were decided.

• Approved April 3 meeting minutes (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Staff Meetings

This is a weekly staff meeting of River Oaks city departments, with the City Council possibly present as a quorum. The agenda includes departmental updates for coordination, but no formal action will be taken by the Council. Public testimony is permitted only on agenda topics, with no Council deliberation allowed.

• Departmental updates from Fire, Police, Public Works, Event Center, and other city offices (no specific details provided)

Staff Meetings

The City Council and city officers will meet for departmental updates to enhance operations and collaboration. The agenda states that no formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental reports and updates

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The River Oaks Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Charles Richardson to build a 12x24 foot wood carport at 728 Winters St. The carport would violate the required 40-foot front yard setback and 10-foot side yard setback. The board may also approve previous meeting minutes and enter executive session to discuss pending litigation.

• Public hearing and action on variance request (ZBA Case #2025-0001) to build 12x24 wood carport at 728 Winters St., violating front and side yard setbacks.
• Approval of minutes from December 2, 2024 regular meeting.
• Public testimony period for any topic.
• Possible executive session for pending litigation consultation.

Storm Water Task Force

The River Oaks Storm Water Task Force will hold a regular meeting to consider approving the 2nd quarter FY2025 storm water fund finance report. They will also receive staff reports on several drainage issues, including studies and improvement projects at Roberts Cut Off, Greenbrier/Glenwick, Red Oak, and 5407 Amherst. Additionally, the task force will discuss training opportunities with the Tarrant Regional Water District and take action on the 2024 MS4 Annual NOI Report.

• Approve 2nd quarter FY2025 Storm Water Fund finance report
• Staff reports on Roberts Cut Off drainageway study, Greenbrier/Glenwick drainage improvements, Red Oak drainage project, and 5407 Amherst drainage problem
• Discussion and potential action on training opportunities with Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD)
• Discussion and potential action on 2024 MS4 Annual NOI Report TXR040674
• Approval of minutes from March 18, 2025 meeting

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 15, 2025, at City Hall. Key actions include approving consent items such as a development agreement with Compadres Bakery, then discussing and voting on several ordinances and resolutions: budget amendments for community dances and mid-year adjustments, a new health code section on dead trees and limbs, and a grant application for motor vehicle crime prevention. The council will also deliberate on installing pickleball courts, renewing paratransit service with Trinity Metro, and planning future animal shelter services. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation, real property, personnel, and security.

• Approve development agreement with Compadres Bakery at 4825 Green Oaks Drive (Business Improvement Grant Program)
• Ordinance #1447-2025 transferring funds from hotel-motel taxes, community center donations, and employee events to general fund for community dances
• Ordinance #1449-2025 adding dead tree and limb removal to Chapter 6 health code
• Resolution #1143-2025 to receive Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority grant for law enforcement
• Discussion on future animal shelter services

The council approved all items on the consent agenda, including minutes, financial reports, and a development agreement with Compadres Bakery. Council members voted to continue the Paratransit Access Service with Trinity Metro for another 24 months. Three ordinances were adopted to reallocate funds, adjust budget line items, and update health and sanitation codes. A resolution was passed to receive motor‑vehicle crime prevention grants.

• Approved minutes of April 1, 2025 meeting (consent agenda)
• Approved bills payable for period ending April 15, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Approved development agreement with Compadres Bakery at 4825 Green Oaks Drive (consent agenda)
• Approved continued Paratransit Access Service with Trinity Metro (24 months, all Aye)
• Approved Ordinance #1447-2025 transferring funds from hotel‑motel tax, community center, and city events accounts to the General Fund (passed)
• Approved Ordinance #1448-2025 budget transfers: $20,000 from Garage Salaries to Park Contract Labor; $180,000 for Fort Worth water purchases; $15,000 for credit‑card charges (all Aye)
• Approved Ordinance #1449-2025 amendment to health and sanitation code on dead tree limbs (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution #1143-2025 to receive motor‑vehicle crime prevention authority grants (all Aye)

Economic Development Corporation

The River Oaks Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting on April 14, 2025. The board will conduct a public hearing and consider approving a Business Improvement Grant for Compadres Bakery at 4825 Green Oaks Drive. Other items include sponsoring Taste of River Oaks, considering funding for recreation improvements at the Event Center, and approving continued paratransit service with Trinity Metro for 24 months. The board will also discuss marketing tools, city banners, and economic development planning including city-owned property at 920 Roberts Cut Off.

• Public hearing and action on Business Improvement Grant application from Compadres Bakery at 4825 Green Oaks Drive
• Sponsorship of 'Taste of River Oaks' event to highlight local restaurants
• Request for EDC funding for recreation improvements to the Event Center
• Recommendation to City Council for continued paratransit access service with Trinity Metro for 24 months
• Discussion and/or action on purchase and installation of city banners

The board approved the March 10 meeting minutes and recommended a $1,250 business improvement grant for Compadres Bakery. It also approved $2,000 in promotional supplies for the "Taste of River Oaks" event and adopted the FY 2025 second‑quarter financial report. A two‑year paratransit service agreement with Trinity Metro, with a 5% fee increase, was approved. The request for pickle‑ball court improvements at the event center was tabled for later consideration.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended $1,250 Business Improvement Grant for Compadres Bakery (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 promotional budget for "Taste of River Oaks" event (unanimous)
• Approved two‑year paratransit service contract with Trinity Metro (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 second‑quarter financial report (unanimous)
• Tabled recreation improvements request for event center (postponed)

Staff Meetings

This is a weekly staff meeting of the River Oaks City Council and department heads. No formal action will be taken. The agenda consists only of departmental updates and public testimony on agenda topics.

• Routine departmental updates from city departments; no specific actions listed.

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will hold a regular meeting on April 3, 2025. Items for discussion include continued planning for the Yard of Month Campaign, playground equipment funding, and revenue funding sources. The board will also receive a report on a request for assistance at McGee Park from the Texas Rangers Foundation and the March 2025 parks board financial report.

• Discussion/action on continued planning for Yard of Month Campaign
• Discussion/action on playground equipment funding
• Discussion/action on revenue funding sources
• Report on request for assistance at McGee Park from Texas Rangers Foundation
• Report on March 2025 Parks Board financial report

The Parks Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 6 regular meeting. After the approval, the board unanimously adjourned the April 3 meeting at 7:20 p.m.

• Approved March 6 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will consider several action items including a lease purchase agreement for fire department portable radios, a request for advertising signs at McGee Park ballfields, and an extension for a substandard property at 5401 Baylor Ave. The agenda also includes a consent agenda for minutes and bills, a work session on website development, sign ordinance revisions, and city reserves, and an executive session on litigation, real property, personnel, and security.

• Consent agenda: approve March 18, 2025 council minutes and bills payable for period ending April 1, 2025
• Request from Amanda Williams to display removable advertising signs at McGee Park ballfields during home games
• Extension of time limit for compliance regarding substandard property at 5401 Baylor Ave
• Purchase of portable radios for fire department through revised lease purchase agreement with Motorola Solutions
• Work session discussion on marketing tools/website development, sign ordinance revisions, and financial city reserves

The council approved the purchase of portable fire department radios not to exceed $89,095.72, authorizing the city manager to sign the agreement. It also approved advertising signs at McGee Park ballfields, the $1,000 community‑dance expense, and a 120‑day extension for compliance on the substandard property at 5401 Baylor Avenue. The consent agenda items, including the March 18 minutes and April 1 bills payable, were also approved unanimously.

• Approved purchase of portable fire radios up to $89,095.72 (all Aye)
• Approved display of 3'x5' advertising signs at McGee Park during home games (all Aye)
• Approved $1,000 expenditure for community dances loss (approved)
• Extended compliance deadline for 5401 Baylor Avenue by 120 days (all Aye)
• Approved minutes of March 18, 2025 meeting (all Aye)
• Approved bills payable for period ending April 1, 2025 (all Aye)

Staff Meetings

This is a routine weekly staff meeting of River Oaks city departments. The agenda includes only departmental updates and no formal action items or public hearings. No decisions or votes are expected.

Storm Water Task Force

The Storm Water Task Force will hold a regular meeting to discuss a drainage complaint from John Adams at 5407 Amherst, hear staff reports on multiple drainage projects, and consider training opportunities with the Tarrant Regional Water District. The board may also vote on changing its meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly.

• Drainage complaint from John Adams at 5407 Amherst
• Staff reports on Roberts Cut Off drainageway study, Schieme Street, Greenbrier/Glenwick, Red Oak, and 600 block of Merritt drainage issues
• Discussion and action on training opportunities with Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD)
• Discussion and action on changing meetings from monthly to quarterly
• Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will consider an interlocal agreement with NCTCOG for acquiring right-of-way for Meandering Road from Lt JG Barnett Road to Roberts Cut-off. Other items include extending a construction permit at 1155 Greenbrier, purchasing portable radios for the fire department via lease purchase with Motorola, and approving an automatic water metering system with Resolution #1143-2025. The council will also discuss amending the sign ordinance on feather flags and hear updates on substandard properties. An executive session is scheduled for litigation and real property discussions.

• Interlocal agreement with NCTCOG for Meandering Road right-of-way acquisition
• Consider approval of automatic water metering system and Resolution #1143-2025
• Purchase of portable radios for fire department via lease purchase with Motorola Solutions
• Extend 90-day renewal of construction permits for Arlynn Purvis at 1155 Greenbrier
• Discussion on amending sign ordinance regarding feather flags

The River Oaks City Council approved a lease-purchase agreement with Motorola Solutions for 12 new fire department radios, not to exceed $84,400.44, with a $14,000 down payment. They also extended construction permits for 1155 Greenbrier for an additional 90 days and approved an interlocal agreement with NCTCOG for right-of-way acquisition for Meandering Road. Two items—an automatic water metering system and a sign ordinance amendment on feather flags—were tabled to a later date.

• Approved lease-purchase for 12 fire radios, not to exceed $84,400.44 (all aye)
• Extended construction permits for 1155 Greenbrier for 90 days (all aye)
• Approved interlocal agreement with NCTCOG for right-of-way acquisition (all aye)
• Tabled automatic water metering system resolution to later date (all aye)
• Tabled feather flag sign ordinance amendment to later date (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes of March 4 and bills payable (all aye)

Staff Meetings

The City Council and city departments will meet for weekly staff updates. The agenda states that no formal action of the City Council will be taken during this meeting.

• Departmental reports to discuss internal issues and operations

Economic Development Corporation

The River Oaks Economic Development Corporation tabled a $1,250 business improvement grant for Compadres Bakery to April 7, 2025, to allow board questions. The board scheduled a March 26 luncheon with Miguel Ruiz to market EDC services to small businesses. It also discussed the city-owned strip center at 920 Roberts Cut Off Road, requesting a profit and loss statement for the last two years and considering a work session on June 9. No action was taken on city banners, which were tabled.

• Tabled the Compadres Bakery business improvement grant application to April 7, 2025.
• Scheduled a small business marketing luncheon with Miguel Ruiz for March 26, 2025.
• Tabled discussion on purchasing and installing city banners to a later date.
• Requested a profit and loss statement for 920 Roberts Cut Off Road for the last two calendar years.
• Considered scheduling a work session on June 9, 2025, to discuss 920 Roberts Cut Off and branding.
• Approved the minutes from the February 10, 2025 regular called meeting.

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will discuss and possibly take action on the Yard of the Month Campaign and funding for playground equipment. The board will also receive updates on a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant application and a request for assistance at McGee Park from the Texas Rangers Foundation, along with the February 2025 financial report.

• Discussion/action on Yard of the Month Campaign
• Discussion/action on Playground Equipment Funding
• Update on Small Community Grant Application with Texas Parks and Wildlife
• Report on Request for Assistance at McGee Park from Texas Rangers Foundation
• Report on February 2025 Parks Board Financial Report

The Parks Board approved a motion to proceed with the Yard of the Month campaign, with the first winner to be selected on April 3, 2025. Residents can submit nominations via email to the Parks Foundation, including a photo and address. The board also discussed playground equipment funding, a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant, and assistance for McGee Park, but took no action on these items.

• Approved the February 6, 2025 regular meeting minutes.
• Approved proceeding with the Yard of the Month campaign, starting April 3, 2025.
• Discussed playground equipment funding from Game Time, with no action taken.
• Discussed the Small Community Grant application with Texas Parks and Wildlife, with no action taken.
• Discussed a request for assistance at McGee Park from the Texas Rangers Foundation, with no action taken.
• Reviewed the February 2025 Parks Board financial report, with no action taken.
• Noted that Heritage Park design work is on hold pending $2,000 funding.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:39 PM.

Staff Meetings

This is a weekly staff meeting of the River Oaks City Council and city officers, consisting of departmental updates and no formal action. The agenda includes a call to order, departmental reports to enhance collaboration, and adjournment. No votes or ordinances will be considered.

• No specific items; agenda is procedural with only departmental updates

City Council

The City Council will discuss the sale of city-owned property and a potential special election for the sale of park land. The body will also consider grant applications for a scrap tire event and participation in a traveling museum program.

• Approval to call a special election on November 4, 2025, for the sale of 2.955 acres of park land at 5300 Blackstone Dr.
• Notice regarding the sale or exchange of city-owned property at 5550 Baylor Ave.
• Grant application with NCTCOG for scrap tire collection event funding (March 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025).
• Application to participate in the Texas Historical Commission's Museum on Main Street program.
• Special presentation from Pra NSes Creative regarding city website design and development.

The River Oaks City Council approved a grant application for a scrap tire collection event and unanimously approved the consent agenda. Discussions on selling city-owned properties at 5300 Blackstone Drive and 5550 Baylor Avenue were held, but no decisions were made. The council also heard a presentation on website design with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills payable (unanimous)
• Approved NCTCOG scrap tire collection event grant application (unanimous)

Staff Meetings

The City Council will meet for a weekly staff meeting to receive departmental updates. The agenda states that no formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental updates and staff reports

City Council

The City Council will discuss agreements for printing services, a fireworks show, and the use of McGee Park ballfields. The body will also consider requests regarding temporary living accommodations and compliance extensions for substandard properties.

• Request for temporary living accommodations during remodeling at 703 Merritt St.
• Agreement with Knight Enterprise Solutions for Ricoh printing and scanning devices.
• Agreement with Pyro Shows for the annual fireworks show.
• Annual lease agreement for Lions Youth Sports Association (LYSA) to use McGee Park ballfields.
• Resolution # 1142-2025 for Atmos Cities Steering Committee membership and a five cents per capita payment.

The River Oaks City Council approved a temporary living accommodation for a homeowner remodeling at 703 Merritt St., a 5-year copier lease with Knight Enterprise Solutions, the annual fireworks show agreement, an extension for a substandard property at 5409 James Dr., and the annual ballfield lease with LYSA. All votes were unanimous. The council also tabled a discussion on the Smithsonian traveling exhibition program.

• Approved temporary living accommodation for 90 days at 703 Merritt St. (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year copier lease with Knight Enterprise Solutions, subject to attorney approval (unanimous)
• Approved fireworks show agreement with Pyro Shows at $9,600 (unanimous)
• Extended compliance deadline by 89 days for substandard property at 5409 James Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved annual ballfield lease with LYSA with park board changes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1142-2025 for Atmos Cities Steering Committee membership (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on Smithsonian traveling exhibition program (Museum on Main Street)

Storm Water Task Force

The River Oaks Storm Water Task Force will hear reports on multiple drainage issues and discuss possible funding sources for improvements. Items include updates on specific drainage problems, a study of the Roberts Cut Off drainageway, and a renewal of the NPDES permit.

• Report on Roberts Cut Off drainageway study from Castleberry Cut Off to Pomona
• Discussion of Schieme Street drainage improvements
• Update on Greenbrier/Glenwick drainage improvements
• Discussion of Red Oak drainage improvement project
• Update on possible funding options for storm water drainage improvements

Staff Meetings

The River Oaks City Council may be present for a weekly staff meeting. The agenda includes departmental updates to enhance collaboration. The notice states no formal action will be taken by the council.

• Departmental updates from all city departments (no specific items listed)

Economic Development Corporation

The River Oaks Economic Development Corporation approved the FY 2025 first quarter financial report, a fireworks show contract with Pyro Shows, and an additional $201.88 for Christmas parade costs. They also discussed but tabled painting the city-owned strip center at 920 Roberts Cut Off Road. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY 2025 Q1 financial report (all aye)
• Approved fireworks contract with Pyro Shows (all aye)
• Approved additional $201.88 for Christmas parade expenses (all aye)
• Tabled painting strip center at 920 Roberts Cut Off Road

Economic Development Corporation

The River Oaks Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider approval of the FY 2025 first-quarter financial report and minutes from December. Key discussion items include entering into an agreement with Pyro Shows for the annual fireworks show, amending prior action to increase promotional funds for the 2024 city Christmas parade, and painting the city-owned strip center at 920 Roberts Cut Off Road. The board will also hear a presentation on marketing assistance for small businesses and discuss purchasing and installing city banners.

• Consider approval of agreement with Pyro Shows for this year's fireworks show
• Consider amending November 18, 2024 action to increase EDC promotional fund expenditure for the 2024 city Christmas parade
• Discussion and/or action on painting the strip center at 920 Roberts Cut Off Road, owned by the city
• Discussion and/or action on purchase and installation of city banners
• Presentation from Miguel Ruiz offering marketing assistance for small businesses

Parks Board

The River Oaks Parks Board will hold a regular meeting on February 6, 2025. Items include a presentation on permaculture, consideration of an annual lease agreement with Lions Youth Sports Association for use of McGee Park, and updates on a Texas Parks and Wildlife grant application and a request from the Texas Rangers Foundation. The board will also review financial reports and committee updates.

• Presentation and discussion on permaculture by Cynthia Acebo
• Discussion and action on annual lease agreement with LYSA for McGee Park for 2025 baseball/softball season
• Update on Small Community Grant Application with Texas Parks and Wildlife
• Report on request for assistance at McGee Park from Texas Rangers Foundation
• Attendance confirmation for Grant Writing Training in Arlington on March 6-7, 2025

The River Oaks Parks Board approved a revised annual lease agreement for McGee Park for the 2025 baseball and softball season, allowing Lions Youth Sports Association (LYSA) to control the lights while keeping a monthly log. The board also approved the December 5 meeting minutes. No public testimony was given, and a permaculture presentation was discussed without action.

• Approved December 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved McGee Park lease agreement for LYSA with light-use log requirement (unanimous)

Staff Meetings

The City Council will be present for the city departments weekly staff meeting. The agenda consists of departmental updates to enhance collaborations and operations. No formal action of the City Council will be taken.

• Departmental reports and updates

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will hold a regular meeting with consent agenda items (approval of prior minutes, bills payable, Q1 crime control report) and several resolutions. Key items include a presentation from Siemens Smart Infrastructure on work order software, consideration of a resolution establishing grant management policies, renewal of a mutual aid agreement with Tarrant County Emergency Services for fire protection outside city limits, and continued participation in the Oncor steering committee. The council will also discuss welcome packets, city manager updates, and hold a work session on municipal planning. Executive session is planned for pending litigation, real property, personnel, and security matters.

• Presentation from Siemens Smart Infrastructure on work order software to enhance utility records efficiency
• Resolution #1139-2025 establishing grant management policies
• Resolution #1140-2025 authorizing continued participation in Oncor steering committee with per capita payment
• Resolution #1141-2025 authorizing mutual aid agreement with Tarrant County Emergency Services District No. One for fire protection outside city limits
• Discussion and/or action on renting the city's annex building

The council approved a work order software agreement with Brightly Software, Inc. (Siemens) for $11,388.48 startup and annual fees of $8,043.27 (2026) and $8,525.87 (2027), with one nay vote. They also approved renting the Annex building, Resolution #1139-2025 for grant management policies, Resolution #1140-2025 for continued Oncor steering committee participation (with one abstention), and Resolution #1141-2025 for a mutual aid agreement with Tarrant County Emergency Services District No. One. Consent agenda items (minutes, bills payable, crime control district report) were approved unanimously.

• Approved Brightly Software work order software agreement (motion passed, 1 nay)
• Approved request to rent the Annex building (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1139-2025 establishing grant management policies (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1140-2025 for Oncor steering committee participation (1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution #1141-2025 mutual aid agreement with Tarrant County ESD No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: Jan 21 minutes, bills payable, crime control district report (unanimous)

Staff Meetings

This is a routine weekly staff meeting of the River Oaks City Council and department heads. The agenda includes only a call to order, departmental updates, and adjournment. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• No specific agenda items; departmental updates only

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will hold a regular meeting following a special unveiling ceremony. Key items include consideration of an EMS interlocal agreement with Fort Worth, a public hearing on the CDBG program, approval of the 2024 racial profiling report, and a resolution increasing commercial solid waste fees. The council will also recognize Councilmember Steve Holland for 30 years of service and discuss department reports.

• Consider approval of EMS interlocal agreement with the City of Fort Worth for ambulance services
• Consider approval of Resolution #1138-2025 increasing commercial solid waste collection fees
• Public hearing and action on the 51st Year Community Development Block Grant program
• Consider approval of the 2024 Racial Profiling Report presented by Police Chief Charles Stewart
• Presentation of service pin to Councilmember Steve Holland for 30 years of service

The River Oaks City Council approved a $201,069.50 Community Development Block Grant sewer project for Thurston Road, an EMS interlocal agreement with Fort Worth, a commercial solid waste fee increase, and other routine items. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, investment and storm water reports (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Racial Profiling Report (unanimous)
• Approved payroll deduction for police firearm purchases, with future approvals delegated to police chief (unanimous)
• Approved EMS interlocal agreement with Fort Worth (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1137-2025 to submit CDBG sewer project on Thurston Road (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1138-2025 increasing commercial solid waste fees (unanimous)

Storm Water Task Force

The River Oaks Storm Water Task Force will meet to approve the Q4 2024 financial report and receive reports from Public Works Director Todd Henderson and City Engineer Michael Thomas on various drainage issues, including studies and improvement projects. The task force will also discuss possible funding options for storm water drainage improvements. Public testimony is invited.

• Consider approval of the Q4 2024 (Oct 1 – Dec 31) financial report
• Report on Roberts Cut Off drainageway study from Castleberry Cut Off to Pomona
• Update on Schieme Street drainage improvements
• Update on Greenbrier/Glenwick drainage improvements
• Discussion of possible funding options for storm water drainage improvements

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will discuss several administrative updates, including a software move to Incode 10 and changes to the employee computing ethics policy. The body is also considering a budget amendment to fund a tourism event and a request for a new pedestrian crosswalk.

• Ordinance # 1446-2025: Transfer funds from Hotel-Motel Tax account to 75th Anniversary account
• Resolution # 1136-2025: Add 'Prohibited Technology Policy' to Employee Policy Manual
• Request for pedestrian crosswalk and signage on Thurston Rd for Waves of Faith Church
• Discussion on moving to Incode 10 software by Tyler Technologies
• Update on the current year's CDBG project proposal

City Council

The River Oaks City Council will discuss updating city software to Incode 10 and amending the employee policy manual. The body is also considering a budget transfer from the hotel-motel tax account to fund a 75th anniversary tourism event.

• Ordinance # 1446-2025: Transferring funds from Hotel-Motel Tax account to 75th Anniversary account
• Resolution # 1136-2025: Adding a "Prohibited Technology Policy" to the employee manual
• Discussion on moving to Incode 10 software presented by Tyler Technologies
• Update on the current year's CDBG project proposal
• Executive session regarding litigation: Zakary Sadeghian vs. City of River Oaks Building Standards Commission

The River Oaks City Council approved an agreement to stay on Incode 9 and move to the cloud, rather than upgrading to Incode 10, as recommended by staff. The council also approved a request from Waves of Faith Church for the city to install signage for a crosswalk on Thurston Road, with the church responsible for painting the crosswalk. Additionally, the council approved an ordinance amending the FY 2025 budget to transfer hotel-motel tax funds to the 757 Anniversary account, and a resolution updating the employee policy manual to prohibit TikTok use. No action was taken on the CDBG project proposal, with a public hearing scheduled for January 21.

• Approved agreement to stay on Incode 9 and move to cloud (unanimous)
• Approved city signage for crosswalk on Thurston Road; church to paint (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #1446-2025 transferring hotel-motel tax funds to 757 Anniversary account (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #1136-2025 prohibiting TikTok use by employees (unanimous)
• Scheduled time capsule unveiling for January 21 at 5:30 p.m.
• No action on CDBG project proposal; public hearing set for January 21