Benbrook public meetings in 2021

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) will hold an executive session to discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of two properties: one located south of I-20/I-820 Loop, west of Arrow Wood St., north of Lakeside Dr., and east of Benbrook Blvd./U.S. Hwy. 377, and another referred to as Westpark Corner. The board will also receive a monthly financial report for October 2021, approve the September 20, 2021 meeting minutes, and take any necessary action resulting from the executive session. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the property discussions and financial report.

• Executive session to discuss real property south of I-20/I-820 Loop, west of Arrow Wood St., north of Lakeside Dr., east of Benbrook Blvd./U.S. Hwy. 377
• Executive session to discuss BEDC-owned property referred to as Westpark Corner
• Receive monthly financial report for period ending October 31, 2021
• Approve September 20, 2021 regular board meeting minutes

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a worksession and regular meeting to review and act on several items, including a resolution to join the Texas global opioid settlement, an ordinance readopting tax abatement guidelines, and contracts for fire/EMS services and ambulance replacement. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, a finance report, board appointments, and recognition awards.

• Resolution authorizing participation in the Texas global opioid settlement and approving the term sheet
• Ordinance readopting tax abatement guidelines and criteria
• Contract with Tarrant County Emergency Services District #1 for fire/EMS services
• Contract with Tarrant County for replacement of ambulance and associated equipment (ARPA-funded)
• Appointments to boards and commissions

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved several items, including participation in the Texas opioid settlement, readoption of tax abatement guidelines, and contracts for fire/EMS services and ambulance replacement. The council also made appointments to boards and commissions and accepted the November finance report.

• Approved minutes of December 2, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted finance report for November 2021 (unanimous)
• Appointed members to Planning & Zoning, ZBA, Parks & Rec, EDC, and TIF boards (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-12 authorizing opioid settlement participation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1476 readopting tax abatement guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved Tarrant County ESD #1 fire/EMS services contract for FY 2021/22 (unanimous)
• Approved contract for ambulance replacement up to $550,000 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a large-scale rezoning request and a conditional use permit for solar energy. The body will also review minutes from the October 14, 2021 meeting.

• Rezoning request (Z-21-02 / CP-21-02) for approximately 255 acres east of Winscott Road to a Planned Development District
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-21-06) for a roof-mounted solar energy system over 1,000 square feet at 416 Stratford Dr.
• Proposed amendments to the Benbrook Comprehensive Plan's thoroughfare plan and future land use map

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approve a future land use map amendment and rezoning of approximately 69 acres northeast of the I.H. 20/820 and Winscott Road intersection from commercial, commerce, and industrial districts to a Commerce Planned Development District. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for a roof-mounted solar energy system at 416 Stratford Dr. (6-0). Minutes from October 14, 2021 were approved 5-0-1.

• Approved minutes of October 14, 2021 meeting (5-0-1)
• Approved CUP-21-06 for roof-mounted solar energy system at 416 Stratford Dr. (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning and FLUM amendment for ~69 acres near I.H. 20/820 and Winscott Rd. (6-0)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The committee will review statistics from previous meetings and discuss current issues in animal control. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new part-time Animal Control Officer and a discussion on topics for the city newsletter.

• Review of animal shelter statistics
• Introduction of new part-time Animal Control Officer
• Discussion of current animal control issues
• Planning of topics for the bi-monthly city newsletter

The Benbrook Animal Shelter Advisory Committee met on December 8, 2021, and unanimously approved the minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting. Members reviewed animal control statistics from August to November, welcomed new Animal Control Officer Quintin Bryant, and discussed current issues including a loose dog in Westpark and sick raccoons. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 11, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council is holding an interview session to meet candidates for various city-appointed boards and commissions. The agenda includes citizen comment, candidate interviews, and discussion of possible candidate placement. This is a procedural meeting focused on appointments, not policy decisions.

• Citizen comment on agenda items
• Interviews for city council appointed boards and commissions
• Discussion of candidate placement

City Council

This is a special interview session, not a regular meeting. The council will hear citizen comments and interview candidates for various appointed boards and commissions. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Citizen comment on any agenda item
• Interviews for board and commission candidates

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting with a pre-council worksession. The main actions are submitting votes for candidates to the Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors and adopting an update to the Capital Improvements Program. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and citizen comments.

• Consider submitting votes for Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors candidates
• Adopt update to Capital Improvements Program (G-2543)
• Approve minutes of November 18, 2021 regular meeting
• Worksession: Discuss Board and Commission interview process

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved submitting its 15 votes for Wesley Bullock as a candidate for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors. The council also unanimously adopted an update to the Capital Improvements Program, which outlines projected projects and funding for streets, drainage, and facilities through 2027. Minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. after a brief session.

• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2021 regular meeting unanimously.
• Approved submitting the City's 15 votes for Wesley Bullock to the Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors unanimously.
• Adopted the update to the Capital Improvements Program unanimously.

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission

The Benbrook Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a variance to reduce the required rear yard setback from 20 feet to 15 feet for a vacant lot at 8 Legend Road. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its September 28, 2021 meeting. No appeals items are scheduled.

• Public hearing on variance ZBA-21-02 to reduce rear yard setback from 20 to 15 feet at 8 Legend Road (Lot 1, Block 1, Legend Manor Addition)
• Approve minutes of the regular meeting held September 28, 2021

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission approved a variance to reduce the required rear yard setback from 20 feet to 15 feet for a vacant lot at 8 Legend Road, including a 45-day extension for building permit issuance. The motion passed 4-0. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from its September 28, 2021 meeting.

• Approved variance ZBA-21-01 reducing the rear yard setback from 20 to 15 feet for the property at 8 Legend Road, with an additional 45 days for building permit issuance (4-0).
• Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held September 28, 2021 (4-0).

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a worksession and regular meeting to review and act on routine items, including approving minutes, receiving a finance report, receiving applications for boards and commissions, and approving an interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for the 2022 overlay program. The council will also consider purchasing a new tandem-axle dump truck from Southwest International Trucks. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for 2022 overlay program
• Approve purchase of a new tandem-axle dump truck from Southwest International Trucks
• Accept finance report for period ending October 31, 2021
• Receive applications for boards and commissions
• Approve minutes of November 4 and November 11, 2021 meetings

The Benbrook City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for the 2022 street overlay program, covering about 1.5 miles of streets at a cost of $160,000 from the General Fund. The council also accepted the October finance report, scheduled board and commission applicant evaluations for December 6-7, and approved the purchase of a new dump truck for $125,108.

Tax Increment Finance Board

The Benbrook Tax Increment Finance Board is holding its annual meeting to review and approve the annual report for the period ending September 30, 2021, and to consider a second amendment to the developer participation agreement for the Benbrook Towne Crossing project. The board will also take public comments, approve prior minutes, and review ongoing TIF projects and development activity.

• Approve annual report for period ending September 30, 2021
• Second amendment to developer participation agreement for Benbrook Towne Crossing project
• Review of on-going TIF projects and other development activity
• Approve minutes of November 18, 2020
• Oath of office

The Benbrook TIF Board approved the annual report for October 2020-September 2021 and a second amendment to the Developer Participation Agreement with BBT Crossing, LTD, removing a planned access drive and covering drainage costs.

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a regular meeting with a work session, public forum, and action items including approving minutes and bank signature card updates. The board will also receive a financial report and enter executive session to deliberate on real property, specifically land south of I-20/I-820 and the BEDC-owned Westpark Corner property, with possible action afterward.

• Approve minutes for September 20 and October 18, 2021 meetings
• Approve update of signature cards on all BEDC Pinnacle Bank accounts
• Receive monthly financial report for period ending October 31, 2021
• Executive session to discuss property south of I-20/I-820, west of Arrow Wood St., north of Lakeside Dr., east of Benbrook Blvd./U.S. Hwy. 377
• Executive session to discuss BEDC-owned property known as Westpark Corner

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board met and postponed approval of September and October meeting minutes until December so all members could review them. The board approved updating signature cards on all Pinnacle Bank accounts, removing a former board member and employee and adding a current staff member. The board received the October financial report showing $5,584,784.45 in total liquid assets, with no action taken. An executive session on real property was held with no action taken afterward.

• Postponed approval of September and October 2021 meeting minutes to December meeting
• Approved updating signature cards on all BEDC Pinnacle Bank accounts (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for November 11, 2021, was canceled. This follows the withdrawal of a rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment application.

• Withdrawal of rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment application for Avilla Benbrook (Item Z-21-01/CP-21-01)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council is holding a special meeting to adopt a resolution canvassing the results of the November 2, 2021 election and to cancel the need for a runoff election. The agenda includes citizen comments on agenda items before the vote. No other business is scheduled.

• Adopt resolution canvassing November 2, 2021 election results
• Cancel need for run-off election
• Citizen comments on agenda items

The City Council canvassed the official results of the November 2, 2021 general election. Jason Ward was elected mayor with 53.52% of the vote, and Gary Addison won Place 5 with 55.03%. Larry Marshall won Place 3 with 62.27%, and Keith Tiner ran unopposed for Place 7. Voter turnout was 16.29% of registered voters.

• Canvassed official election results for Nov. 2, 2021
• Jason Ward elected mayor (1,383 votes, 53.52%)
• Larry Marshall elected Councilmember Place 3 (1,380 votes, 62.27%)
• Gary Addison elected Councilmember Place 5 (1,220 votes, 55.03%)
• Keith Tiner elected Councilmember Place 7 (1,841 votes, 100%)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to create a restricted use category for private gaming clubs, limiting them to the 'H' Industrial zoning district. The council will also review routine financial reports, approve the city's investment policy, and award a contract for the Vista Way extension and paving improvements.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Title 17 to create 'Private Gaming Club' restricted use, limited to 'H' Industrial district
• Award contract for Vista Way Extension and associated paving improvements
• Approve finance report for period ending September 30, 2021
• Approve investment report for quarter ending September 30, 2021
• Adopt resolution accepting Administrative Regulation F-5 City of Benbrook Investment Policy

The Benbrook City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1475, creating a restricted use category for private gaming clubs and limiting them to the 'H' Industrial Zoning District. The council also conditionally awarded the Vista Way extension contract to Rebcon, Inc. for $3,099,562.68, subject to rights-of-way acquisition, and approved the FY 2021-22 Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax distribution of $205,796.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1475 restricting private gaming clubs to 'H' Industrial District (unanimous)
• Conditionally awarded Vista Way extension contract to Rebcon, Inc. for $3,099,562.68 (unanimous)
• Approved Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax distribution totaling $205,796 for FY 2021-22 (unanimous)
• Accepted finance report for period ending September 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted investment report for quarter ending September 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-10 accepting City investment policy (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review the minutes from the October 7, 2021, regular meeting. The agenda also includes receiving two awards for the city.

• Approve minutes of the October 7, 2021, regular meeting
• Receive 2021 Scenic City Award From Scenic Texas
• Receive 20-Year Founding City Recognition Award From The Texas Coalition For Affordable Power

The Benbrook City Council met on October 21, 2021, and approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting with a 6-0-3 vote (three abstentions). The council also received two recognition awards: the 2021 Scenic City Award from Scenic Texas and a 20-Year Founding City Recognition Award from the Texas Coalition for Affordable Power. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.

• Approved minutes of October 7, 2021 regular meeting (6-0-3)
• Received 2021 Scenic City Award from Scenic Texas
• Received 20-Year Founding City Recognition Award from Texas Coalition for Affordable Power

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a regular meeting with a work session and action items, including approving the September minutes and receiving a financial report. The board will also discuss approved projects and development activity in Benbrook.

• Approve September 20, 2021, Regular Board Meeting Minutes
• Receive Monthly Financial Report for Period Ending September 30, 2021
• Discussion of approved projects: Benbrook Blvd./U.S. Hwy. 377, N.W. Winscott Addition, Westpark Corner, Russell's Feed & Supply, ACE Hardware, American Masonry Supply
• Staff updates on Benbrook development activity and City Council actions

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board voted 3-1 against approving the September 20, 2021, regular meeting minutes, with one abstention. The minutes will be reconsidered at the next meeting. The board also received the monthly financial report for September 30, 2021, with no action taken.

• Motion to approve September 20, 2021, minutes failed (3-1, 1 abstention)
• September minutes tabled for reconsideration at next meeting
• Monthly financial report received; no action taken

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a large solar energy system. A previously scheduled rezoning request for 21.81 acres has been postponed to November 11, 2021.

• CUP-21-05: Conditional Use Permit for a roof mounted solar energy system over 1,000 square feet at 1225 Cozby Street E
• Z-21-01 / CP-21-01: Rezoning request for 21.81 acres west of Mercedes Street and Vista Way (postponed)

The Benbrook Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a roof-mounted solar energy system larger than 1,000 square feet at 1225 Cozby Street E. The vote was 5-0. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 9 meeting, and deferred item Z-21-01/CP-21-01 to the November 11 meeting at the applicant's request.

• Approved CUP-21-05 for roof-mounted solar system at 1225 Cozby St E (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 meeting (4-0-1)
• Deferred item Z-21-01/CP-21-01 to November 11, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Benbrook City Council is holding a regular meeting with a pre-council worksession. The council will consider several routine items, including approving minutes, a proclamation for World Teachers' Day, and nominations for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board. They will also review the August finance report and vote on contracts for employee health and dental insurance, as well as the purchase of four police vehicles.

• Approve minutes of September 16, 2021 regular meeting
• Proclamation for World Teachers' Day
• Consider nominations for Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Award employee health insurance contract (C-343)
• Award employee dental insurance contract (C-344)

The Benbrook City Council approved a one-year contract with United Health Care for group health insurance effective November 1, 2021, accepting a 6% rate increase after negotiations. The council also approved a dental insurance contract with UHC, the purchase of four police vehicles, and nominated Wesley Bullock to the Tarrant Appraisal District Board. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved one-year UHC health insurance contract with 6% rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved one-year UHC dental insurance contract with 4.3% rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 4 police vehicles from Texas Buy Board for $135,500 (unanimous)
• Nominated Wesley Bullock to Tarrant Appraisal District Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted finance report for period ending August 31, 2021 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request to expand a non-conforming building or use. The property is currently occupied by the King Ranch Turfgrass business.

• Public hearing for expansion of non-conforming building/use at 107 Goliad Street
• Approval of minutes from the April 27, 2021, regular meeting

The Benbrook Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission approved a request to expand a non-conforming building/use for the King Ranch Turfgrass business at 107 Goliad Street. The board also approved the minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting with a correction. No other substantive items were considered.

• Approved expansion of non-conforming building/use at 107 Goliad St (5-0)
• Approved April 27, 2021 minutes with name correction (5-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a regular meeting with a work session, public forum, and action items including approving prior minutes and receiving a monthly financial report. The board will also enter executive session to deliberate real property purchases and economic development incentives for specific properties, including land south of I-20/I-820 and the N.W. Winscott Addition.

• Approve August 16, 2021 board meeting minutes
• Receive monthly financial report for period ending August 31, 2021
• Executive session: discuss property south of I-20/I-820, west of Arrow Wood St., north of Lakeside Dr., east of Benbrook Blvd./U.S. Hwy. 377
• Executive session: discuss BEDC-owned Westpark Corner property
• Executive session: discuss economic development incentives for N.W. Winscott Addition at 610 Winscott Rd.

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board approved the August 16, 2021 regular meeting minutes as written (5-0). Staff presented the August 31, 2021 financial report showing $5,452,433.90 in total liquid assets and a $4,272,926.48 fund balance; no action was taken on the report. The board held an executive session to discuss real property and economic development negotiations but took no action afterward.

• Approved August 16, 2021 regular board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received financial report for period ending August 31, 2021 (no action)
• Held executive session on real property and economic development negotiations (no action taken)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council is meeting to review and take action on the FY 2021/2022 budget, including adopting the budget ordinance and ratifying the property tax revenue increase reflected in it. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and citizen comments.

• Adopt ordinance approving budget figures for FY 2021/2022
• Ratify property tax revenue increase in FY 2021/2022 budget
• Approve minutes of September 2, 2021 regular meeting

The Benbrook City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1474, approving the budget for fiscal year 2021/2022 (October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022), and ratified the property tax revenue increase reflected in that budget. Both actions passed with all seven council members voting in favor. The meeting also included approval of the September 2, 2021 minutes and citizen comments.

• Approved minutes of the regular meeting held September 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1474 approving FY2021/2022 budget (unanimous)
• Ratified property tax revenue increase in FY2021/2022 budget (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a solar energy system permit and a zoning amendment for private gaming clubs. The body will also consider a final plat for a development phase in the Walnut Creek at Benbrook project.

• ZTA-21-02: Proposed ordinance to create a 'private gaming club' category limited to 'H' Industrial zoning districts
• FP-21-05: Final Plat request for approximately 37 acres at Walnut Creek at Benbrook Phase 1
• CUP-21-04: Conditional Use Permit for a roof-mounted solar energy system over 1,000 square feet at 10816 Hawkins Home Boulevard

The Benbrook Planning and Zoning Commission approved all three agenda items unanimously (5-0). They approved a conditional use permit for a rooftop solar system at 10816 Hawkins Home Boulevard, a final plat for the Walnut Creek at Benbrook subdivision with conditions, and recommended the City Council adopt a zoning text amendment creating a restricted use category for private gaming clubs limited to the 'H' Industrial district.

• Approved CUP-21-04 for rooftop solar system at 10816 Hawkins Home Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved FP-21-05 Walnut Creek at Benbrook final plat with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt ZTA-21-02 creating private gaming club use category (5-0)

Park Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a worksession to discuss an update to the Master Parks Plan. The meeting is open to the public at City Hall.

• Discussion of Master Parks Plan update

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting with a pre-council worksession. Key actions include ratifying the Economic Development Corporation's FY2021/2022 budget, conducting a second public hearing and adopting an ordinance to continue a curfew for minors, and adopting an ordinance to vacate the city's interest in an unimproved section of Aledo Road. The council will also hold a second public hearing on the proposed FY2021/2022 city budget.

• Ratify Benbrook Economic Development Board of Directors budget for FY2021/2022
• Second public hearing and adoption of ordinance continuing curfew for minors
• Adopt ordinance vacating city's interest in unimproved section of Aledo Road
• Second public hearing on proposed FY2021/2022 budget

The Benbrook City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1472, continuing the curfew for minors under 17, with restricted hours from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. on weekdays and 12:01 a.m. to 6 a.m. on weekends. The council also ratified the Benbrook Economic Development Corporation's FY 2021-2022 budget of $2,117,926 and adopted Ordinance No. 1473, vacating a 0.488-acre section of Aledo Road right-of-way. A second public hearing on the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget was held with no citizen comments; adoption is scheduled for September 16, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1472 continuing the curfew for minors, with fines up to $500 per violation.
• Ratified the Benbrook Economic Development Corporation FY 2021-2022 budget totaling $2,117,926.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1473 vacating the city's interest in a 0.488-acre unimproved section of Aledo Road right-of-way.
• Approved the minutes of the August 19, 2021 regular meeting.
• Held the second public hearing on the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget; no citizens spoke.

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2021 property tax rate and the proposed budget for the 2021/2022 fiscal year. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding an Atmos Energy settlement and a sewer line relocation agreement.

• Public hearing on property tax rate for 2021
• First public hearing on proposed budget for FY 2021/2022
• Resolution approving settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. Mid-Tex Division
• Interlocal agreement with Benbrook Water Authority for sewer line relocation and 0.45 acres of right-of-way acquisition
• First public hearing to consider ordinance continuing curfew for minors

The Benbrook City Council unanimously adopted a property tax rate of $0.6175 per $100 valuation for fiscal year 2021-2022, a 1.13% increase over the previous rate. The council also approved the Atmos rate settlement, an interlocal agreement with the Benbrook Water Authority, and held public hearings on the tax rate and budget with no public comments.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1471 setting 2021 tax rate at $0.6175 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-08 approving Atmos Cities Steering Committee settlement (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Benbrook Water Authority for sewer line relocation and 0.45 acres right-of-way/easement, funded by BEDC for $70,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted Finance Report for period ending July 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will vote on the 2021-2022 strategic plan, incentive guidelines, and the fiscal year budget. The Board will also hold a public hearing and consider a $70,000 expenditure to acquire .45 acres of property at U.S. Hwy. 377 and Old Benbrook Road.

• Approval of the 2021-2022 BEDC Strategic Plan
• Approval of the BEDC Incentive Guidelines
• Public hearing and approval of the FY 2021-2022 BEDC Budget
• $70,000 expenditure for acquisition of .45 acres at U.S. Hwy. 377 and Old Benbrook Road
• Executive session regarding real property south of I-20/I-820 loop

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation approved its FY 2021-2022 budget of $2,117,926, which includes $1,587,279 for projects such as the Vista Way expansion and Benbrook Blvd. improvements. The board also approved spending $70,000 to acquire .45 acres of Benbrook Water Authority right-of-way and easement property for the Vista Way extension, and approved the 2021-2022 Strategic Plan and Incentive Guidelines. All votes were unanimous (6-0), with one abstention on the May minutes approval.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 BEDC budget of $2,117,926 (6-0)
• Approved $70,000 expenditure for .45-acre BWA right-of-way/easement acquisition (6-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 BEDC Strategic Plan (6-0)
• Approved BEDC Incentive Guidelines (6-0)
• Approved May 17, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, Ackall abstaining)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for secondhand sales. The body is also reviewing two final plats for residential and campus developments. A post-meeting work session will cover zoning districts and site plan procedures.

• Public hearing for CUP-21-03: Secondhand Sales at 8907 Benbrook Boulevard Suite A
• Final Plat FP-21-02: 8.82 acres for single family development at Whitestone Point
• Final Plat FP-21-04: 6.526 acres for BASIS Benbrook Primary Campus Addition
• Discussion of Conditional Use Permits for solar panel areas over 1,000sqft
• Discussion on a Downtown zoning district

The Benbrook Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP-21-03) for secondhand sales at 8907 Benbrook Boulevard Suite A, with conditions limiting merchandise to specific collectibles and requiring the permit to expire upon tenant change. The commission also approved the final plat for Whitestone Point, an 8.82-acre single-family development near Jerry Dunn Parkway, subject to a developer agreement and corrections to HOA documents. Both motions passed unanimously 6-0. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments.

• Approved CUP-21-03 for secondhand sales at 8907 Benbrook Blvd Suite A (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat FP-21-02 for Whitestone Point, 8.82 acres near Jerry Dunn Parkway (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 10, 2021 regular meeting (6-0)

Park Board

The board will swear in new members and select a chairperson and vice chairperson. Staff will provide a department overview. A work session is scheduled to discuss updates to the Master Parks Plan.

• Selection of Board Chairperson
• Selection of Board Vice Chairperson
• Parks and Recreation Department Overview
• Discussion of Master Parks Plan Update

The Benbrook Parks and Recreation Board held a regular meeting with no public comments. The board approved the January 8, 2020 meeting minutes, selected Lizzy Sutton as Chairperson and John Adelman as Vice Chairperson, and received an informational overview of the Parks and Recreation Department. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved January 8, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0, Rike absent)
• Elected Lizzy Sutton as Board Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected John Adelman as Board Vice Chairperson (5-0)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the April 9, 2021 meeting. Members will also review animal advisory statistics covering April through July 2021 and receive an update on current issues in animal control.

• Review of April 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of animal advisory statistics from April to July 2021
• Update on current issues in animal control

The Benbrook Animal Shelter Advisory Committee met on August 11, 2021, and unanimously approved the minutes from the April 9, 2021 meeting. They reviewed animal control statistics from April to July 2021, noted an unusually high number of dogs in the shelter in July, and discussed the resignation of part-time ACO S. Messer, whose replacement is being sought. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a worksession and regular meeting to review and act on several financial and administrative items, including approving the 2021 certified appraisal roll, authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds, and awarding a contract for the new municipal complex. The agenda also includes citizen presentations, a finance report, and a budget presentation for FY 2021-22.

• Approve minutes of July 15, 2021 regular meeting
• Accept 2021 certified appraisal roll and set tax rates
• Authorize issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021
• Award owner's representative contract to Broaddus & Associates for new municipal complex
• FY 2021-22 annual budget presentation

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved the issuance and sale of $22,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021, to fund a new municipal building for the police department, senior citizen center, municipal court, and city administration offices. The council also accepted the 2021 Certified Appraisal Roll, set the anticipated property tax collection rate at 100%, and took a roll call vote to increase property tax revenue, while setting the maximum tax rate at the current $0.6225. Additionally, the council approved a $356,991 contract with Broaddus & Associates as Owner's Representative for the project, and accepted the finance and investment reports for the period ending June 30, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1470 authorizing $22M General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Owner's Representative contract with Broaddus & Associates for $356,991 (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Certified Appraisal Roll and set 100% anticipated collection rate (unanimous)
• Set maximum property tax rate at $0.6225 for FY 2021-22 (unanimous)
• Took roll call vote to increase property tax revenue (unanimous)
• Accepted Finance Report for period ending June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted Quarterly Investment Report for period ending June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation's regular board meeting scheduled for July 19, 2021, was canceled. The posted agenda included action on the May 17 meeting minutes, the 2021/2022 strategic plan, and incentive guidelines, plus executive session discussions on property south of I-20/I-820 and the N.W. Winscott Addition.

• Meeting canceled; no action taken
• Agenda included approval of 2021/2022 BEDC Strategic Plan
• Agenda included approval of BEDC Incentive Guidelines
• Executive session planned for property south of I-20/I-820 loop, west of Arrow Wood St., north of Lakeside Dr., east of Benbrook Blvd./U.S. 377
• Executive session planned for N.W. Winscott Addition at 610 Winscott Rd.

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 15, 2021, to consider several items, including adopting a resolution and election order for the November 2, 2021 general election, amending the property maintenance code, and awarding contracts for the annual asphalt overlay program. The agenda also includes a worksession for a development and projects update.

• Resolution and election order for November 2, 2021 general election, with joint election agreement with Tarrant County
• Ordinance to vacate and abandon a drainage easement at 4900 Corriente Lane and accept a new easement
• Ordinance amending Title 15, Chapter 15.60 Property Maintenance Code to adopt portions of the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Interlocal cooperation agreement with Ellis County for purchase of goods and services
• Award paving contract (C-340) and milling contract (C-341) for annual asphalt street overlay program

The Benbrook City Council approved a resolution calling for a November 2, 2021 general election for Mayor and Council Places 3, 5, and 7, and authorized a joint election agreement with Tarrant County. The council also adopted ordinances to vacate and replace a drainage easement and to expand the property maintenance code citywide, adopting the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code. Contracts were awarded for the annual street overlay program, including $677,459.84 to Texas Bit for paving and $82,185.74 to TexOp Construction for milling, both contingent on an interlocal agreement with Ellis County. All votes were unanimous except for the minutes approval, which passed 6-0-1 with one abstention.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-07 calling for Nov 2, 2021 general election and joint election agreement with Tarrant County (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1468 vacating and replacing a drainage easement at 4900 Corriente Lane (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1469 amending property maintenance code to adopt 2018 International Property Maintenance Code citywide (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal cooperation agreement with Ellis County for goods and services (unanimous)
• Awarded paving contract to Texas Bit for $677,459.84, contingent on Ellis County agreement (unanimous)
• Awarded milling contract to TexOp Construction, LP for $82,185.74 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 1, 2021 meeting (6-0-1, Ward abstained)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will consider several routine items, including interlocal agreements with the Benbrook Water Authority for street cut repairs and for billing/collection of residential refuse and storm water fees, adoption of a repetitive loss area analysis plan, and renewal of the Republic Services sanitation contract. The council will also hold a preliminary discussion on the FY 2021/2022 annual budget during the worksession.

• Authorize interlocal agreement with Benbrook Water Authority for street cut repair services
• Authorize interlocal agreement with Benbrook Water Authority for residential refuse and storm water utility fee billing and payment collection
• Adopt the Repetitive Loss Area Analysis Plan
• Approve Republic Services contract renewal for sanitation services
• FY 2021/2022 Annual Budget – preliminary discussion

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved a five-year contract extension with Republic Services for garbage, bulk, and recycling services, effective January 1, 2022, with a residential rate of $14.88 and a 3% commercial rate increase. The Council also authorized two interlocal agreements with the Benbrook Water Authority: one for street cut repair services at $8.91 per square foot, and another for residential refuse and storm water utility fee billing at 49.58 cents per bill, both for one year starting October 1, 2021. Additionally, the Council adopted the Repetitive Loss Area Analysis Plan, a FEMA-required mitigation plan to reduce flood losses, and approved the minutes of the June 17, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Republic Services contract extension for 5 years (Jan 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2026) with residential rate of $14.88 and 3% commercial increase
• Authorized Interlocal Agreement with Benbrook Water Authority for street cut repair services at $8.91 per square foot, one-year term
• Authorized Interlocal Agreement with Benbrook Water Authority for residential refuse and storm water utility fee billing at 49.58 cents per bill, one-year term
• Adopted the Repetitive Loss Area Analysis Plan to reduce flood losses in Mary's Creek, Tara Drive, and Timbercreek areas
• Approved minutes of the regular meeting held June 17, 2021

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation is holding a regular board meeting with a work session and public forum. The board will vote on the 2021/2022 strategic plan and incentive guidelines, and will discuss property and economic development negotiations in executive session.

• Approve May 17, 2021 regular board meeting minutes
• Approve 2021/2022 BEDC Strategic Plan
• Approve BEDC Incentive Guidelines
• Receive monthly financial report for period ending May 31, 2021
• Executive session on property south of I-20/I-820 Loop and N.W. Winscott Addition at 610 Winscott Rd.

City Council

The Benbrook City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a finance report, plus accepting a planning commission resignation. They will also discuss a school security officer agreement with Fort Worth ISD and a flood insurance repetitive loss analysis.

• Approve minutes of June 3, 2021 regular meeting
• Accept resignation of Alexander Newman from Planning and Zoning Commission, Place 3
• Approve finance report for period ending May 31, 2021
• Authorize interlocal agreement with Fort Worth ISD for three police officers for school security
• Discuss garbage, recycling, and bulk collection contract (worksession)

The Benbrook City Council accepted the resignation of Alexander Newman from the Planning and Zoning Commission, Place 3, and voted to delay filling the position until the normal appointment process in December 2021. The council also approved the May 31, 2021 finance report and authorized an interlocal agreement with the Fort Worth Independent School District for three School Resource Officers. No action was required on a FEMA flood mitigation report.

• Accepted resignation of Alexander Newman from Planning and Zoning Commission, Place 3, and delayed appointment until December 2021
• Approved finance report for period ending May 31, 2021
• Authorized interlocal agreement with Fort Worth ISD for three School Resource Officers
• Approved minutes of the June 3, 2021 regular meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review site plans and final plats for a charter school and fast-food developments. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for a large solar energy system.

• CUP-21-02: Solar energy system over 1,000 sq ft at 4321 Springbranch Drive
• FP-21-03: Final Plat for 1.4628 acres for fast-food/fast-casual development
• SP-21-03: Site plan for restaurant remodel and new development at 8522 & 8528 Benbrook Boulevard
• FP-21-04: Final Plat for 6.526 acres for BASIS Benbrook Primary Campus charter school
• SP-21-04: Site plan for charter school development northeast of Vista Way and Sproles Drive

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a rooftop solar system at 4321 Springbranch Drive, a final plat for a fast-food development on Benbrook Boulevard, and a final plat and site plan for the BASIS Benbrook Primary Campus charter school. The charter school site plan was approved with conditions requiring revised plans and approvals from TxDOT and the Benbrook Water Authority. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the minutes approval.

• Approved CUP-21-02 for a rooftop solar energy system at 4321 Springbranch Drive (7-0).
• Approved Final Plat FP-21-03 for a fast-food/fast-casual development on Benbrook Boulevard (7-0).
• Approved Site Plan SP-21-03 for the remodel and new fast-casual restaurant at 8522 & 8528 Benbrook Boulevard (7-0).
• Approved Final Plat FP-21-04 for the BASIS Benbrook Primary Campus (7-0).
• Approved Site Plan SP-21-04 for the BASIS Benbrook Primary Campus with conditions including Traffic Impact Analysis recommendations (7-0).
• Approved the minutes of the April 8, 2021 meeting (6-0-1, with one abstention).

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 3, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. via telephone conference due to COVID-19. The main action item is a proposed ordinance amending fees for city services, including ambulance, building and construction, and credit card processing. The council will also receive an informational report on flood insurance and substantial damage management, and discuss future agenda formats, a municipal complex bond issuance, and cyber security training.

• Ordinance G-2514 amending ambulance service fee, building and construction fees, and repealing credit card service fee
• Staff report on flood insurance assessment and substantial damage management plan
• Discussion on municipal complex and bond issuance
• Discussion on future City Council and Board agenda format
• Cyber security training discussion

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1467, which revises city service fees. Changes include a new plan review fee, increased contractor registration renewal fee, flat $50 fee for miscellaneous building fees, elimination of the credit card service fee, and a tiered ambulance service fee with higher transport and supply charges. The council also approved the minutes from the May 20, 2021 meeting and received a report on flood insurance and substantial damage management.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1467 revising city service fees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Received staff report on Flood Insurance Assessment and Substantial Damage Management Plan

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting, largely procedural, including approval of minutes and a finance report. The main substantive item is authorizing an interlocal agreement with the Fort Worth Transportation Authority to provide transportation for elderly and disabled residents.

• Approve minutes of May 6 and May 12 meetings
• Accept finance report for period ending April 30, 2021
• Authorize interlocal agreement with Fort Worth Transportation Authority for elderly and disabled transportation

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved an interlocal agreement with the Fort Worth Transportation Authority to continue providing subsidized transit service for elderly and disabled residents at an annual cost of $7,529. The council also accepted the April 2021 finance report and approved minutes from the May 6 and May 12 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Fort Worth Transportation Authority for elderly/disabled transit service at $7,529 (unanimous)
• Accepted finance report for period ending April 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of regular meeting held May 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of special meeting held May 12, 2021 (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting with a work session and a strategic planning session. The board will approve minutes, receive a financial report, and hold an executive session to discuss a property located south of I-20/I-820 Loop, west of Arrow Wood Street, north of Lakeside Drive, and east of Benbrook Blvd/U.S. 377. The meeting is telephonic due to COVID-19, with public participation available by phone.

• Executive session to deliberate purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property south of I-20/I-820 Loop, west of Arrow Wood Street, north of Lakeside Drive, east of Benbrook Blvd/U.S. 377
• Strategic planning session
• Monthly financial report for period ending April 30, 2021
• Approval of April 19, 2021 regular board meeting minutes
• Discussion of approved projects including Benbrook Blvd/U.S. 377, NW Winscott Addition, Westpark Corner, Benbrook Plaza Shopping Center, Timbercreek Shopping Center, Russell's Feed & Supply, ACE Hardware, American Masonry Supply

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board approved the April 19, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections, and received the monthly financial report for April 2021. No action was taken on the financial report or following executive session discussion of a property south of I-20/I-820.

• Approved April 19, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections (6-0)
• Received monthly financial report for April 2021; no action taken
• Held executive session on real property; no action taken

City Council

The Benbrook City Council is holding a special meeting to consider and act on a resolution canvassing the bond election held May 1, 2021. The meeting will be conducted by telephone conference due to COVID-19 social distancing measures, with public comments allowed telephonically.

• Resolution canvassing bond election held May 1, 2021

The Benbrook City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2021-06, canvassing the May 1, 2021 bond election results. Proposition A, authorizing $22,000,000 in bonds for a new municipal building (police department, senior citizen center, municipal court, and city administration offices) plus demolition, passed with 1,273 votes for and 467 against. The resolution was approved with no dissenting votes.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-06 canvassing the May 1, 2021 bond election (unanimous)
• Certified Proposition A passed: 1,273 for, 467 against (1,753 total ballots)

City Council

The City Council meeting includes the review of the finance report and investment report for the period ending March 31, 2021. The council will also consider a resolution regarding an Oncor distribution cost recovery factor filing.

• Accept Finance Report for period ending March 31, 2021
• Approve Investment Report for period ending March 31, 2021
• Adopt resolution denying Oncor Distribution Cost Recovery Factor filing
• Approve minutes from the April 15, 2021, regular meeting

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2101-05 denying Oncor Electric Delivery Company's application to increase distribution rates, and authorized participation with the Oncor Cities Steering Committee to evaluate the filing. The council also unanimously accepted the finance report and investment report for the period ending March 31, 2021, and approved the minutes of the April 15, 2021 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2101-05 denying Oncor's DCRF rate increase application (unanimous)
• Accepted finance report for period ending March 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted investment report for quarter ending March 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission

The Benbrook Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission will hold a regular meeting, including a public hearing on a staff recommendation to demolish a fire-damaged dwelling at 10004 Stoneleigh Drive. The board will also select its chair and vice chair, and approve minutes from a 2019 meeting.

• Public hearing on AC-21-01: demolish structures and fill in pool at 10004 Stoneleigh Drive
• Selection of chair and vice chair for the board
• Approve minutes from October 22, 2019 regular meeting
• Meeting held by telephone conference due to COVID-19 social distancing

The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission voted 5-0 to order the demolition of all structures, including the in-ground pool and foundation, at 10004 Stoneleigh Drive, giving the owner 60 days to comply. The owner, Bruce Woodfin, had requested to keep the slab and pool, but staff and the commission determined they were violations. The commission also elected Wes Myers as Chair and approved the October 22, 2019 minutes.

• Ordered demolition of all structures and pool at 10004 Stoneleigh Dr, with 60-day abatement (5-0)
• Elected Wes Myers as Chair (4-0-1, Myers abstained)
• Elected Ms. Sowell as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 22, 2019 meeting (5-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation Board will hold a regular meeting, largely by phone due to COVID-19, to approve minutes and a certificate of deposit purchase, receive a financial report, and discuss development projects. In executive session, they will deliberate on real property and economic development incentives for two properties on Benbrook Boulevard/U.S. 377.

• Approve purchase of a Texas 2 Step Certificate of Deposit and update signature cards
• Receive monthly financial report for period ending March 31, 2021
• Executive session: discuss property south of I-820, west of Arrow Wood Street, north of Lakeside Drive, east of Benbrook Boulevard
• Executive session: discuss incentive request for property at 8522 Benbrook Boulevard/U.S. 377
• Executive session: discuss incentive request for property at 8905 Benbrook Boulevard/U.S. 377

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board met telephonically and approved the March 15, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, with one abstention). The board received a financial report showing $5,042,168.88 in liquid assets and no debt. The board entered executive session to discuss real property and economic development incentives but took no action on those items.

• Approved March 15, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, Tiner abstaining)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting, largely conducted by telephone due to COVID-19, to consider several agenda items. Key actions include adopting an ordinance amending flood hazard protection regulations and approving a development agreement with HKS Management regarding annexation of the Helen Groves Tract. The council will also consider nominations for the NCTCOG Executive Board and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 15.40 (Flood Hazard Protection) to reduce flood risk in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Approve development agreement with HKS Management, Limited for annexation of Helen Groves Tract
• Consider nominations for North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Executive Board
• Approve minutes of April 1, 2021 regular meeting

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1466 amending Chapter 15.40 (Flood Hazard Protection) to maintain FEMA flood insurance eligibility and the Community Rating System discount. The Council also unanimously approved a 10-year Development Agreement with HKS Management, Ltd., deferring annexation of the 992.72-acre Helen Groves Tract if it remains undeveloped and in agricultural use. Councilmember Renee Franklin was nominated to the NCTCOG Executive Board.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1466 amending flood hazard regulations (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year Development Agreement with HKS Management, Ltd. regarding annexation (unanimous)
• Nominated Councilmember Renee Franklin to NCTCOG Executive Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 1, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to consider minutes from December 17, 2020. Members will review animal control statistics from December 2020 through March 2021 and discuss current issues in animal control.

• Review of ACO monthly report (December 2020 through March 2021)
• Consideration of December 17, 2020 meeting minutes
• Update on current issues in animal control

The Benbrook Animal Shelter Advisory Committee met and unanimously approved the minutes from the December 17, 2020 meeting. Members reviewed animal control statistics from December 2020 to March 2021 and heard updates on adoption challenges during the pandemic and new chemical log procedures. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 17, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a site plan for the Walnut Creek At Benbrook development. The commission will also review minutes from the March 11, 2021, meeting.

• Public hearing for SP-21-01: 374-unit apartment complex on approximately 30 acres on the west side of Vista Way, between I.H. 20/820 frontage road and Mercedes Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved Site Plan SP-21-01 for a 374-unit apartment complex on about 30 acres west of Vista Way, subject to staff's analysis. The vote was 5-0. Public comments raised concerns about the development, but the commission noted the property owner has the right to develop under existing zoning. The minutes of the March 11, 2021 meeting were also approved 4-0-1.

• Approved Site Plan SP-21-01 for a 374-unit apartment complex on approximately 30 acres, with a 5-0 vote.
• Approved the minutes of the March 11, 2021 regular meeting, with a 4-0-1 vote (Commissioner Farrar abstained).

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 1, 2021, via teleconference due to COVID-19. The council will consider adopting an ordinance amending sign regulations for freestanding signs and a resolution to participate in Tarrant County's 2021 Transportation Bond Program. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month, and public comments.

• Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 17.92 (Sign Regulations) for freestanding signs
• Adopt resolution to participate in Tarrant County's 2021 Transportation Bond Program
• Approve minutes of March 18, 2021 regular meeting
• Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month (Alliance For Children, Molly Horn)

The Benbrook City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 1465, amending the sign regulations to increase the maximum height of one freestanding monument sign per property from six to ten feet, limit the maximum width to 12 feet, and restrict changeable copy/digital signs to one per property and to no more than 50% of the sign area or 50 square feet, whichever is less. The council also unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2021-04 to participate in Tarrant County's 2021 Transportation Bond Program, agreeing to a 50% local match for street reclamation and overlay projects. The minutes of the March 18, 2021 meeting were approved 6-0-1, with Councilmember Ward abstaining. A proclamation designating April as Child Abuse Prevention Month was presented to Molly Horn of Alliance for Children.

• Approved minutes of the March 18, 2021 regular meeting (6-0-1, Ward abstaining).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1465 amending freestanding sign regulations (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-04 to participate in Tarrant County's 2021 Transportation Bond Program (unanimous).
• Presented proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month to Alliance for Children.

City Council

The City Council will meet via telephone conference to approve the March 4, 2021, meeting minutes and accept the Comprehensive Annual Finance Report for fiscal year 2020. The council will also discuss the possibility of returning to in-person meetings during a pre-council worksession.

• Approve minutes from the March 4, 2021, regular meeting
• Approve Finance Report for the period ending February 28, 2021
• Accept Comprehensive Annual Finance Report (CAFR) for fiscal year ending September 30, 2020
• Discuss return to in-person meetings

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved the February 2021 finance report and accepted the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020. The CAFR received an unmodified or 'clean' audit opinion from Weaver & Tidwell L.L.P. The council also approved the minutes from the March 4, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes of the regular meeting held March 4, 2021.
• Approved the finance report for the period ending February 28, 2021.
• Accepted the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020.

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a regular meeting, largely procedural, including approving minutes and receiving finance reports. The board will also enter executive session to discuss possible economic development incentives for redevelopment of BEDC-owned or other properties, with potential action following.

• Approve minutes of February 22, 2021 regular meeting
• Finance reports for periods ending January 31 and February 28, 2021
• Executive session on economic development negotiations (Section 551.087)
• Discussion of approved projects including Benbrook Boulevard/U.S. 377, NW Winscott Addition, Westpark Corner, Benbrook Plaza, Timbercreek Shopping Center, Russell Feed & Supply, ACE Hardware, American Masonry Supply

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board approved the minutes from its February 22, 2021 regular meeting. The board also received financial reports for January and February 2021, showing no debt and available funds of $3.84 million and $4.06 million respectively. No other action was taken.

• Approved the minutes of the February 22, 2021 regular meeting (6-0).
• Heard the January 2021 financial report; no action taken.
• Heard the February 2021 financial report; no action taken.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting to discuss a zoning text amendment and two specific property requests. The body will consider changes to freestanding sign regulations and a conditional use permit for outdoor storage.

• ZTA-21-01: Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 17.92 Sign Regulations for freestanding signs (Public Hearing)
• CUP-21-01: Conditional use permit request for outdoor storage deviation on 7.6 acres at 500 Winscott Road and 5701 Old Benbrook Road (Public Hearing)
• FP-21-01: Final Plat request for 3.627 acres of commercial development at the northeast corner of Benbrook Boulevard and Hawkins Home Boulevard

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat for a commercial development, a conditional use permit for outdoor storage, and recommended a zoning text amendment on sign regulations. All three items passed by an 8-0 vote. The meeting was held via telephone conference.

• Approved Final Plat FP-21-01 for a 3.627-acre commercial development at Benbrook Boulevard and Hawkins Home Boulevard.
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP-21-01 for American Masonry Supply, Inc. to deviate from outdoor storage regulations at 500 Winscott Road and 5701 Old Benbrook Road.
• Recommended City Council adopt Zoning Text Amendment ZTA-21-01, updating freestanding sign regulations, including electronic message center requirements and monument sign height.
• Approved the minutes of the January 14, 2021 regular meeting.

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a public hearing and vote on two economic development agreements, a resolution on the Texas power grid failure, and routine items like minutes and a finance report. The meeting will be conducted by telephone conference due to COVID-19, with public participation available by phone.

• Resolution urging investigation of Texas power grid failure
• Economic development agreement with CJ Real Estate 1031 EAT, LLC
• Economic development agreement with Sam and Cynthia Shipley Family, LP and American Masonry Supply, Inc.
• Resolution to participate in Tarrant County 2021 HOME Program
• Finance report for period ending January 31, 2021

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved two economic development agreements. The first provides up to $300,000 to CJ Real Estate to incentivize an ACE Hardware store at Benbrook Plaza Shopping Center. The second conveys a 3.61-acre BEDC-owned property at 5701 Old Benbrook Road to Sam and Cynthia Shipley Family, LP and American Masonry Supply, Inc. to relocate the manufacturing plant to Benbrook. The council also adopted resolutions urging investigation of the Texas power grid failure and participating in Tarrant County's 2021 HOME program, and accepted the January 2021 finance report.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-02 urging investigation and corrective action related to the Texas Power Grid failure.
• Approved Economic Development and Performance Agreement with CJ Real Estate 1031 EAT, LLC to incentivize an ACE Hardware store at Benbrook Plaza, with BEDC paying up to $300,000 upon completion of improvements.
• Approved Economic Development and Performance Agreement with Sam and Cynthia Shipley Family, LP and American Masonry Supply, Inc., conveying the 3.61-acre BEDC-owned property at 5701 Old Benbrook Road at no cost for the relocation of American Masonry Supply.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-03 to participate in Tarrant County's 2021 HOME program, with a $50,000 request and a $15,000 city match.
• Accepted the finance report for the period ending January 31, 2021.

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a regular meeting, largely by phone, to approve minutes, update bank signature cards, and consider two economic development and performance agreements with local entities. The meeting is open to the public with telephonic participation options.

• Approve minutes of January 19, 2021 regular meeting
• Approve update of signature cards on all BEDC Pinnacle Bank accounts
• Approve economic development and performance agreement with CJ Real Estate 1031 EAT, LLC
• Approve economic development and performance agreement with Sam and Cynthia Shipley Family, LP, and American Masonry Supply, Inc.

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation approved three action items: the January minutes, updated bank signature cards, and two economic development agreements. The board approved a $300,000 incentive for ACE Hardware at Benbrook Plaza and a no-cost land conveyance to American Masonry Supply for relocation. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the minutes.

• Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 regular meeting (6-0, West abstaining)
• Approved updating signature cards on all Pinnacle Bank accounts (7-0)
• Approved Economic Development and Performance Agreement with CJ Real Estate 1031 EAT, LLC for ACE Hardware incentive, up to $300,000 (7-0)
• Approved Economic Development and Performance Agreement with Sam and Cynthia Shipley Family, LP and American Masonry Supply, Inc., conveying 3.61 acres at 5701 Old Benbrook Road at no cost (7-0)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will meet via telephone conference on February 18, 2021. The agenda includes approving minutes from the previous meeting and reviewing a contract with the Tarrant Regional Water District.

• Approve contract with Tarrant Regional Water District to purchase raw water for Dutch Branch Park irrigation

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved a 10-year contract with the Tarrant Regional Water District to purchase raw water for irrigating Dutch Branch Park, replacing treated water from the Benbrook Water Authority at a lower cost. The council also approved the minutes of the February 4, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and comments on the winter storm response.

• Approved contract with Tarrant Regional Water District for raw water irrigation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 4, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending the Benbrook Municipal Code. The discussion focuses on modifying regulations for freestanding signs.

• ZTA-21-01: Proposed amendment to Chapter 17.92 - Sign Regulations regarding freestanding signs

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will consider adopting a resolution calling a bond election for May 1, 2021, and accepting a resignation from the Planning and Zoning Commission. They will also vote on an ordinance amendment exempting city-incentivized development from tree preservation requirements. The meeting is held telephonically due to COVID-19, with public comments allowed.

• Resolution calling bond election for May 1, 2021
• Accept resignation of Hunter Brauer from Planning and Zoning Commission
• Ordinance amending Section 16.28.010.E to add 'City Incentivized Development Activities' to exemptions from tree preservation
• Approve minutes of January 21, 2021 regular meeting

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting with a pre-council worksession. The main business includes approving the minutes from January 7, 2021, accepting the finance and investment reports for December 2020, and adopting updates to the Capital Improvements Program. The meeting will be conducted by telephone conference due to COVID-19, with public comments allowed telephonically.

• Approve minutes of January 7, 2021 regular meeting
• Accept finance report for period ending December 31, 2020
• Approve investment report for period ending December 31, 2020
• Adopt updates to the Capital Improvements Program
• Citizen presentation by Edward Brown on past documented actions of Mr. Valverde

The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved the revised Capital Improvements Program (CIP), which outlines planned public improvements over the next five years, including a new $22.0 million Municipal Complex, street overlays, and drainage projects. The council also accepted the finance report for December 2020 and the investment report for the quarter ending December 31, 2020. Minutes from the January 7, 2021 meeting were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted updated Capital Improvements Program (unanimous)
• Accepted finance report for period ending December 31, 2020 (unanimous)
• Accepted Investment Report for quarter ending December 31, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 7, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a telephonic regular meeting on January 19, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. They will approve the November 16, 2020 minutes, elect 2021 officers (President, Vice President, Secretary), and receive a finance report for December 2020. The board will also hear a 2020 recap of its Business Retention and Expansion Program and remind the public that the February 2021 meeting is moved to February 16. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property and economic development incentives.

• Approve minutes of November 16, 2020 regular meeting
• Election of 2021 officers (President, Vice President, Secretary)
• Finance report for period ending December 31, 2020
• 2020 recap of BEDC's Business Retention and Expansion Program
• Executive session on real property and economic development negotiations

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a preliminary plat for a 61-acre development and a building exception for a pre-school. The commission will also discuss monument signs and select a chair and vice chair.

• Public hearing for preliminary plat of approximately 61 acres southwest of Vista Way and I.H. 20/820 frontage road (P-21-01)
• Public hearing for a meritorious exception for a 12,300 square foot Sonshine Pre-School at 10201 Jerry Dunn Parkway (ME-21-01)
• Discussion of monument signs
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair

The Benbrook Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for the Walnut Creek at Benbrook development, covering approximately 61 acres southwest of Vista Way and I.H. 20/820. The commission also approved a meritorious exception for a 12,300-square-foot preschool building at Restoration Family Church, allowing deviation from architectural standards. Both approvals were unanimous (8-0). The commission also elected Jon Craver as Chair and John Logan as Vice Chair.

• Approved preliminary plat P-21-01 for Walnut Creek at Benbrook (8-0)
• Approved meritorious exception ME-21-01 for Sonshine Pre-School building (8-0)
• Elected Jon Craver as Chair (8-0)
• Elected John Logan as Vice Chair (8-0)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2020 meeting (7-0-1)

City Council

The Benbrook City Council will hold its regular meeting by telephone conference due to COVID-19. The agenda includes approving the December 17, 2020 minutes, receiving a planning award, accepting the November 2020 finance report, and considering the 47th year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project. Public comments will be taken telephonically.

• Approve minutes of December 17, 2020 regular meeting
• Receive 2020 Certificate of Achievement for the Richard R. Lillie, FAICP Planning Excellence Program
• Accept finance report for period ending November 30, 2020
• Consider 47th Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project