Benbrook public meetings in 2024
57 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider a rezoning ordinance for 8.82 acres of land and a design contract for a park project. The body will also review a November 2024 finance report and make appointments to boards and commissions.
- Rezoning 8.82 acres at Whitestone Point Addition (NW of Jerry Dunn Pkwy and Green Links Dr) to increase maximum lot coverage from 45% to 55%
- Design contract with Freese and Nichols for the Low Water Crossing Culvert Replacement Project at Dutch Branch Park
- Finance report for the period ending November 30, 2024
- Appointments to boards and commissions
The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved a rezoning of the 8.82-acre Whitestone Point Addition from PD to BR-PD, increasing maximum lot coverage from 45% to 55%. They also approved a $138,260 design contract with Freese and Nichols for the Lake Shore Drive low water crossing improvement project, and made appointments to various boards and commissions. The council accepted the November finance report and approved the December 5 meeting minutes.
- Approved rezoning of Whitestone Point Addition to BR-PD, increasing lot coverage to 55% (unanimous)
- Approved $138,260 design contract with Freese and Nichols for Low Water Crossing Improvement (unanimous)
- Approved appointments to Planning and Zoning, ZBA, Parks & Recreation, and EDC boards (unanimous)
- Accepted finance report for period ending November 30, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of December 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a work session and regular meeting to review staff updates and financial reports. The board will enter executive session to deliberate on real property and business incentives.
- Discussion of property located at 610 Winscott Rd
- Discussion of incentives for Mad Benbrook, LLC
- Discussion of the Urgo project
- Review of monthly financial report for period ending November 30, 2024
- Staff updates on N.W. Winscott Property, Russell Feed & Supply, and Lot 1 Block 1 Evans Addition
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation approved deed restrictions for 610 Winscott Rd. and a letter of intent to Maverick Hospitality, LLC, both following executive session discussions. The board also approved the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes and received the November financial report showing $6.7 million in liquid assets.
- Approved November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved deed restrictions for 610 Winscott Rd. (6-0)
- Approved letter of intent to Maverick Hospitality, LLC (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Benbrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a worksession to discuss a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map for land southeast of the Chapin Road and I.H. 820 intersection. No official action will be taken. The commission will also receive training on new voting equipment.
- Discussion of an amendment to the Future Land Use Map for property near Chapin Rd and I.H. 820 intersection
- Training session on new voting equipment (no action taken)
City Council
This is a special interview session where the City Council will meet candidates for various appointed boards and commissions and discuss possible placements. No votes on ordinances, budgets, or other substantive policy items are scheduled.
- Interview candidates for city council appointed boards and commissions
- Discuss possible candidate placement
City Council
The City Council will consider approving minutes, receive a floodplain management report, and review a finance report for October 2024. A public hearing will be held on the selection of a project for the 51st Year Community Development Block Grant. The council will also discuss an update to the Capital Improvements Program.
- Public hearing on 51st Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project selection
- Update to Capital Improvements Program (CIP) with 2025 CIP summary
- Floodplain Management Report for 2024
- Finance Report for period ending October 31, 2024
- Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024 meeting
The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved the revised Capital Improvements Program, the 51st Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) rehabilitation project, the October finance report, and the November 21 meeting minutes. No public comments were made during the CDBG public hearing. The meeting was procedural and included staff reports on floodplain management and the CIP.
- Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
- Accepted finance report for period ending October 31, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved 51st Year CDBG Rehabilitation and Preservation Activity as project (unanimous)
- Adopted revised Capital Improvements Program as presented (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will meet to administer oaths to newly elected members and select a Mayor Pro-Tem. The body is considering a contract for fire and EMS services and an ordinance amendment regarding unsanitary property conditions.
- C-374 Tarrant County Emergency Services District #1 Fire/EMS Services contract for FY 2024-25
- G-2675 Ordinance amending Chapter 8.08 of the Benbrook Municipal Code regarding unsanitary property conditions
- CC-2024-06 Resolution designating votes for Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors
- G-2674 Applications for Boards and Commission
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting with a work session and open session. The board will approve prior meeting minutes, receive the monthly financial report for October, and convene an executive session to deliberate the purchase or lease of property at 610 Winscott Rd. and a financial incentive for Mad Benbrook, LLC. Possible action may follow the closed session. The work session will include updates on approved projects such as the N.W. Winscott Property, Russell Feed & Supply, and Lot 1 Block 1 Evans Addition.
- Approval of October 21, 2024, regular board meeting minutes
- Receive monthly financial report for period ending October 31, 2024
- Executive session to discuss property at 610 Winscott Rd. (real property deliberation)
- Executive session to discuss Mad Benbrook, LLC's incentive (economic development negotiations)
- Work session discussion of approved projects: N.W. Winscott Property, Russell Feed & Supply, Lot 1 Block 1 Evans Addition
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Benbrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for the 8.82-acre Whitestone Point Addition, changing from Planned Development to One-Family Reduced Planned Development, which would increase maximum lot coverage from 45% to 55%. The commission will also consider a final plat for 19.281 acres of industrial land at 501 Winscott Road and a waiver request to bypass a 12-month delay for a new rezoning application at 4501 W Loop 820 S. Minutes from the September 12 meeting are scheduled for approval.
- Public hearing on rezoning Z-24-03: 8.82 acres at Whitestone Point Addition from PD to BR-PD, increasing lot coverage to 55%
- Final plat RP-24-04: 19.281 acres of industrial land at 501 Winscott Road
- Waiver Z-24-04: authorizing staff to accept a new rezoning application at 4501 W Loop 820 S, waiving the 12-month delay
- Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024 regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will consider several routine financial reports and administrative policies at its November 7 regular meeting. Items include September 2024 finance and investment reports, a revised investment policy, hotel/motel occupancy tax distributions for FY 2024-25, and a prohibited technology policy. The council also will consider a purchase to refresh the city's Scale computing system.
- Finance report for period ending September 30, 2024
- Quarterly investment report and adoption of revised Investment Policy (Administrative Regulation F5)
- Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax distributions for FY 2024-25
- Adoption of Administrative Regulation G19 – Prohibited Technology Policy
- Purchase P-290 to refresh the Scale Computing System
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission
The Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to grant a 45-day extension for receiving a building permit to expand a legal non-conforming car wash at 9238 Benbrook Blvd. The board will also vote on approving the June 25, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on ZBA-24-02: 45-day extension for building permit to expand a legal non-conforming car wash
- Property at 9238 Benbrook Blvd, zoned HC Highway Corridor, within Benbrook Boulevard Corridor Overlay
- Approval of minutes from June 25, 2024 regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation holds a regular meeting including a work session to review agenda items. The board will vote on September minutes, receive the monthly financial report, and then enter closed session to discuss purchasing property at 610 Winscott Rd and negotiating incentives for Mad Benbrook LLC and a business at 8507 Benbrook Blvd. The meeting ends with possible action following executive session.
- Approve September 16, 2024 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
- Receive Monthly Financial Report for Period Ending September 30, 2024
- Executive Session to discuss property at 610 Winscott Rd under Texas Open Meetings Act Section 551.072
- Executive Session to discuss Mad Benbrook LLC's incentive under Section 551.087
- Executive Session to discuss an incentive for 8507 Benbrook Blvd under Section 551.087
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will consider approving minutes from the October 3 meeting and act on a contract award for the Cedar Creek Townhomes drainage project. The sole substantive item is a contract for storm drain outfall improvements at the Cedar Creek Townhomes development.
- Approve minutes of October 3, 2024 regular meeting
- Award contract C-373 for Cedar Creek Townhomes Drainage Project
- Contract involves Cedar Creek storm drain outfall improvements
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will decide on awarding contracts for employee health and dental insurance. Members will also consider the purchase of four new police vehicles and a change to the meeting start time.
- Purchase of four (4) 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptors (P-289)
- Award for employee health insurance (C-371)
- Award for employee dental insurance (C-372)
- Proposal to move City Council meetings to 7:00 P.M. (CC-2024-05)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will consider adopting an ordinance approving budget figures for the 2024/2025 fiscal year and an ordinance fixing and levying the ad valorem (property) tax for 2024. They will also ratify the property tax revenue reflected in that budget. Additionally, they will approve the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes and the monthly finance report for August 2024.
- Approve minutes of September 5, 2024 regular meeting
- Approve Finance Report for period ending August 31, 2024
- Consider adopting Ordinance approving Budget Figures for FY 2024/2025
- Consider adopting Ordinance fixing and levying Ad Valorem Tax for 2024
- Ratify Property Tax Revenue reflected in 2024-2025 Budget
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a work session to review the agenda and staff updates on approved projects. The regular meeting includes approving prior minutes and receiving a financial report, followed by an executive session to discuss properties at 9353 Benbrook Blvd and 610 Winscott Rd, and a proposed incentive for Mad Benbrook, LLC. Any action resulting from the closed session will be taken in open session.
- Approve August 19, 2024 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
- Receive Monthly Financial Report for period ending August 31, 2024
- Executive session to discuss property at 9353 Benbrook Blvd (Section 551.072)
- Executive session to discuss property at 610 Winscott Rd (N.W. Winscott) (Section 551.072)
- Executive session to discuss Mad Benbrook, LLC’s economic development incentive (Section 551.087)
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board approved deed restrictions for the property at 9353 Benbrook Blvd. following an executive session. The board also approved the August 19, 2024 meeting minutes and received a financial report showing $6.21 million in liquid assets as of August 31, 2024.
- Approved deed restrictions for 9353 Benbrook Blvd. (7-0)
- Approved August 19, 2024 regular board meeting minutes (7-0)
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
The Benbrook Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to consider minutes from April 2024, review animal control statistics, and discuss current issues in animal control. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Review of animal control statistics report
- Update on current issues in animal control
- Approval of minutes from April 19, 2024 meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two major developments: a rezoning and preliminary plat for the Rowan Ranch property (79.854 acres at 4501 W Loop 820 S) to allow approximately 155 single-family lots and 214 multi-family units, and a preliminary plat for 7 industrial lots at Benbrook Industrial Park (19.281 acres at 501 Winscott Rd). The commission will also vote to approve minutes from August 8, 2024, and review items administratively approved by staff.
- Public hearing on rezoning 79.854 acres at 4501 W Loop 820 S from C-PD to PD for single-family and multi-family development (Rowan Ranch, cases Z-24-01/CP-24-02)
- Public hearing on preliminary plat for 214 multi-family units and 115 single-family lots at Rowan Ranch (case P-24-01)
- Public hearing on preliminary plat creating 7 industrial zoned lots on 19.281 acres at 501 Winscott Rd (Block 1, Benbrook Industrial Park, case P-24-02)
- Proposed amendment to Benbrook Comprehensive Plan future land use map to adjust Low-Density and High-Density Residential designations
- Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024 regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
The Benbrook Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet on September 6, 2024, to consider minutes from the April 19 meeting, review statistics on animal control operations, and receive an update on current issues. This is a routine meeting with no major decisions or financial actions on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from April 19, 2024 meeting
- Review of animal control statistics report
- Update on current issues in animal control
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-25, consider canceling the November 5 general election due to unopposed candidates, and vote on a rezoning at 4632 Williams Road. Other actions include approving a finance report, a negotiated rate settlement with Atmos Energy, and awarding a contract for the Timberline Drive drainage project.
- Public hearing on proposed FY 2024-25 budget
- Rezoning 2.546 acres at 4632 Williams Road from multiple-family to one-family district
- Certifying unopposed candidates and adopting ordinance canceling November 5 general election
- Resolution approving negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. for 2024 rate review
- Award contract for Timberline Drive drainage project
The Benbrook City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1501, canceling the November 5, 2024 General Election after certifying that all three council candidates (Places 2, 4, and 6) were unopposed. Renee Franklin, Dustin Phillips, and Laura Mackey were declared elected to two-year terms. The council also unanimously approved a rezoning of 2.546 acres at 4632 Williams Road from Multiple-Family to One-Family District, and awarded a $284,936.30 contract for the Timberline Drive Drainage Project to Patcon Services.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1501 canceling Nov. 5 election and declaring Renee Franklin, Dustin Phillips, Laura Mackey elected (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1502 rezoning 2.546 acres at 4632 Williams Road from 'C' Multiple-Family to 'A' One-Family (unanimous)
- Awarded Timberline Drive Drainage Project contract to Patcon Services for $284,936.30 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of August 15, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a work session to review the agenda and discuss ongoing projects. The regular meeting includes approval of July 15 meeting minutes and receipt of the monthly financial report. The board will enter executive session to discuss property at 9353 & 9445 Benbrook Blvd and an incentive for Mad Benbrook, LLC.
- Approve July 15 regular board meeting minutes
- Receive monthly financial report for period ending July 31, 2024
- Executive session to discuss property at 9353 & 9445 Benbrook Blvd
- Executive session to discuss economic development incentive for Mad Benbrook, LLC
- Work session discussion of approved projects including N.W. Winscott Property, Westpark Corner Project, Russell Feed & Supply, and Lot 1 Block 1 Evans Addition
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will consider accepting the 2024 Certified Appraisal Roll and setting the anticipated collection rate, as well as appointing an officer to calculate the no-new revenue and voter-approved tax rates. During a worksession, council will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget.
- Accept 2024 Certified Appraisal Roll
- Set Anticipated Collection Rate
- Appoint officer to calculate No-New Revenue and Voter-Approved Tax Rates
- Discuss Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget (worksession)
- Approve minutes of August 1, 2024 regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone 2.546 acres at 4632 Williams Rd from Multiple-Family District (C) to One-Family District (A). The commission will also review and approve minutes from the February 8, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing on rezoning application Z-24-02 for 2.546 acres at 4632 Williams Rd from C to A district
- Approval of minutes from the February 8, 2024 regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will meet to accept financial and investment reports for the period ending June 30, 2024. The body will also consider an amendment to a contract with the Tarrant County Emergency Services District.
- Acceptance of Finance Report for period ending June 30, 2024
- Acceptance of Quarterly Investment Report for period ending June 30, 2024
- Amendment #1 to Tarrant County Emergency Services District FY2023/2024 Contract
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will consider several items, including adopting a resolution and election order for the November 5, 2024 general election, authorizing a joint election with Tarrant County. The council will also ratify the Benbrook Economic Development Corporation budget for FY 2024/2025 and authorize an agreement with Fort Worth ISD to provide four police officers for the annual School Security Initiative. The meeting includes citizen comments on agenda items.
- Approve minutes of the July 2, 2024 regular meeting
- Adopt Resolution and Election Order for November 5, 2024 General Election, authorizing joint election with Tarrant County
- Ratify Benbrook Economic Development Corporation Budget for FY 2024/2025
- Authorize agreement with Fort Worth ISD for four police officers for annual School Security Initiative
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting including a work session and open session. Items include approving previous meeting minutes, receiving a monthly financial report, and entering executive session to discuss real property at 9353 and 9445 Benbrook Blvd. Possible action may follow the closed session. Staff will also update on several development projects.
- Approve June 17, 2024, regular board meeting minutes
- Receive monthly financial report for period ending June 30, 2024
- Executive session to discuss property at 9353 and 9445 Benbrook Blvd.
- Staff updates on projects including N.W. Winscott Property, Westpark Corner Project, Russell Feed & Supply, and Lot 1 Block 1 Evans Addition
- Citizen's public forum for public comments on BEDC matters
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing interlocal agreements with the Benbrook Water Authority regarding residential refuse, storm water utility fees, and street repair services. The council will also hold a worksession to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget.
- Interlocal Agreement for residential refuse and storm water utility fee collection
- Interlocal Agreement for street repair services
- Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to expand a legal non-conforming building or use at 9238 Benbrook Blvd. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 23, 2024, regular meeting.
- Expansion request for a legal non-conforming building/use at 9238 Benbrook Blvd
- Approval of minutes from the January 23, 2024, meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
This meeting consists of procedural items and reports from the City Manager. The Council will review the May 31, 2024, finance report and approve minutes from the June 6, 2024, meeting. No new ordinances or public hearings are scheduled for this session.
- Approval of June 6, 2024, meeting minutes
- Review of Finance Report for period ending May 31, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed fiscal year 2024-2025 budget of $3,536,171. The plan allocates funds for storefront improvement grants, infrastructure maintenance, and development projects like Westpark Corner. Staff projects that approving the budget would leave approximately $3,996,714 in fund balance by year-end. The board will also approve last month's minutes and hold a closed session to discuss purchasing two properties on Benbrook Boulevard.
- Public hearing and vote on the FY 2024-2025 BEDC budget totaling $3,536,171
- Approval of the May 20, 2024 regular board meeting minutes
- Executive session to deliberate on purchasing real property at 9353 and 9445 Benbrook Blvd.
- Staff updates on ongoing projects including Westpark Corner ($2,560,000) and NW Winscott Infrastructure ($50,000)
City Council
The City Council will review the minutes from the May 16, 2024 meeting. The council is also considering an interlocal agreement with the Fort Worth Transportation Authority to provide transportation for residents aged 65 or older and residents with disabilities.
- Approval of May 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Interlocal Agreement with Fort Worth Transportation Authority for senior and disability transportation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold a work session and regular meeting to review the agenda, receive staff updates on approved projects, and consider approving the April 15, 2024 meeting minutes. The board will also receive a monthly financial report and discuss the potential purchase of properties at 9353 and 9445 Benbrook Blvd. in executive session, with possible action afterward.
- Executive session to discuss real property at 9353 and 9445 Benbrook Blvd.
- Approve April 15, 2024 regular board meeting minutes
- Receive monthly financial report for period ending April 30, 2024
- Staff updates on N.W. Winscott Property, Westpark Corner Project, Russell Feed & Supply, and Lot 1 Block 1 Evans Addition
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will consider approving the minutes from the May 2 meeting, accept the April finance report, and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 1.12 of the municipal code to revise fees for city services. The meeting also includes citizen comments and council/staff announcements.
- Approve minutes of May 2, 2024 regular meeting
- Accept finance report for period ending April 30, 2024
- Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 1.12 to revise fees for city services
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to amend the City’s Comprehensive Plan regarding approximately 52 acres of land near the intersection of Winscott Rd. and I.H. 20/820. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the February 8, 2024, regular meeting.
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CP-24-01) for approximately 52 acres near Winscott Rd. and I.H. 20/820
- Approval of February 8, 2024, meeting minutes
Park Board
The Benbrook Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss the Master Park Plan. The agenda also includes periods for citizen comments and board member or staff updates.
- Discussion of the Master Park Plan
City Council
The Benbrook City Council is holding a regular meeting with mostly routine items: approving minutes, selecting an alternate date for the July 4 meeting, and nominating a representative for the NCTCOG Executive Board. The main substantive item is a closed executive session to discuss an economic development incentive for MAD Benbrook, LLC, with possible action afterward.
- Approve minutes of April 18, 2024 regular meeting
- Select alternate date for July 4, 2024 City Council meeting
- Nominations for 2024-2025 NCTCOG Executive Board
- Executive session: discuss incentive for MAD Benbrook, LLC (economic development negotiations)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
The committee will meet to consider approval of minutes from its December 15, 2023 meeting. Members will also receive a statistical report on shelter operations and an update on current animal control issues. These items track local animal services activity for resident awareness; no binding votes or policy changes are scheduled.
- Review of December 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Presentation of animal control statistics report
- Update on current animal control issues
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will vote on approving the minutes from the April 4 meeting, a finance report, an investment report, and an interlocal agreement with Tarrant County to reconstruct a portion of Chapin Road. The council will also discuss in executive session the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property at 9445 and 9353 Benbrook Boulevard. No other substantive action is scheduled.
- Approve minutes of April 4, 2024 regular meeting
- Finance report for period ending March 31, 2024
- Quarterly investment report for period ending March 31, 2024
- Interlocal agreement to reconstruct a portion of Chapin Road
- Executive session on real property at 9445 and 9353 Benbrook Boulevard
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will hold public hearings and consider approving a $3,157,000 purchase of two parcels at 9445 and 9353 Benbrook Blvd., plus a $4,750,000 economic development incentive for MAD Benbrook, LLC. Both items include amending the FY 23-24 budget. The board will also discuss these matters in executive session before voting.
- Purchase of two parcels at 9445 and 9353 Benbrook Blvd. for $3,157,000
- Economic development incentive of $4,750,000 to MAD Benbrook, LLC
- Public hearings for both the land purchase and the incentive
- Amend BEDC FY 23-24 Budget for both items
- Approve March 18, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will discuss a proposal to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map. The proposal involves approximately 77 acres located south of I-20 and east of Winscott Road. Current designations for this area include Downtown and Mixed Use.
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment Proposal for ~77 acres south of I-20 and east of Winscott Rd
- Review of items administratively approved by staff
Park Board
The Benbrook Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss the Master Park Plan. The agenda also includes periods for citizen comments and staff reports.
- Discussion of the Master Park Plan
City Council
The Benbrook City Council is holding a regular meeting with a pre-council worksession to review agenda items. The main business includes approving minutes, a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month, and an executive session to deliberate on the appointment, employment, or dismissal of the City Manager and City Secretary. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.
- Approve minutes from March 21, 2024 regular meeting
- Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Executive session to discuss City Manager and City Secretary appointments
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Tax Increment Finance Board
The Benbrook Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Tax Increment Finance Board is holding its annual meeting. They will approve minutes from the November 16, 2023 meeting, administer an oath of office, and consider a project cost reimbursement request from Bo Peek (TIF-2024-01).
- Approve minutes of November 16, 2023 meeting
- Oath of office
- Bo Peek LTD project cost reimbursement request (TIF-2024-01)
City Council
The Benbrook City Council is holding a regular meeting with a pre-council worksession. The main business is accepting the finance report for February 2024 and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2023. The agenda is otherwise routine, including minutes approval, citizen comments, and staff announcements.
- Accept finance report for period ending February 29, 2024
- Accept Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year ending September 30, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation board will meet to discuss real estate matters involving BEDC-owned Westpark Corner and property at 9353 Benbrook Blvd., potentially in closed session. The board will also vote on meeting minutes, an investment policy, and moving funds from a matured CD into a TexPool account. A monthly financial report will be presented.
- Discuss BEDC-owned property Westpark Corner
- Discuss property at 9353 Benbrook Blvd.
- Approve BEDC Investment Policy and Strategy Statement
- Approve moving funds from matured CD into TexPool account
- Receive monthly financial report for period ending Feb. 29, 2024
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will discuss a proposal to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for approximately 77 acres south of I-20 and east of Winscott Road. Current designations for this area include Downtown, Mixed Use, Low Density Residential, and High Density Residential.
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment Proposal for ~77 acres south of I-20 and east of Winscott Rd
- Review of items administratively reviewed or approved by staff
Park Board
The Parks and Recreation Board is holding a worksession to discuss the Master Park Plan. The agenda also includes time for citizen comments and board member or staff reports.
- Discussion of the Master Park Plan
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 7, 2024, with a pre-council worksession to review agenda items. The main action is a proposed ordinance amending the Benbrook Boulevard Corridor Overlay District to establish minimum distance standards between automotive fueling stations. The council will also consider approving minutes from the February 15 meeting and applying for a state cybersecurity grant.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 17.79 (Benbrook Boulevard Corridor Overlay District) to set minimum distance between automotive fueling stations
- Approve minutes of the regular meeting held February 15, 2024
- Application to the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program for assessment and evaluation projects for fiscal year 2025
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Benbrook City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 15, 2024. The agenda includes approval of the minutes from the previous meeting and acceptance of the finance report for January 2024. No other substantive actions are listed.
- Approve minutes of February 1, 2024 regular meeting
- Accept finance report for period ending January 31, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will consider amending the FY 23-24 budget by $275,000 to fund an incentive for JVEP Commerce Centre, LLC. The Board will also discuss real property matters regarding Westpark Corner and 9353 Benbrook Blvd in executive session.
- Budget amendment of $275,000 for JVEP Commerce Centre, LLC incentive
- Executive session discussion regarding Westpark Corner property
- Executive session discussion regarding 9353 Benbrook Blvd property
- Review of January 16, 2024, meeting minutes
- Monthly financial report for period ending January 31, 2024
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Benbrook Municipal Code. The proposed ordinance establishes minimum distance standards between automotive fueling stations within the Benbrook Blvd Corridor Overlay District.
- Public hearing for ZTA-24-01: Minimum distance standards for fuel stations in Benbrook Blvd Corridor Overlay District
- Approval of minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Benbrook City Council will hold a worksession and regular meeting to review and act on agenda items. Key actions include approving an economic development performance agreement with JVEP Commerce Centre, LLC and adopting an ordinance amending flood hazard protection regulations. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and citizen comments.
- Approve minutes of January 18, 2024 regular meeting
- Approve Economic Development Performance Agreement between BEDC and JVEP Commerce Centre, LLC
- Adopt ordinance amending Title 15, Chapter 15.40 – Flood Hazard Protection (repair/improvement of structures in flood hazard areas)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission
The Benbrook Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals Commission is meeting for a pre-meeting worksession and regular meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering officer elections, oath of office, and approval of minutes from August 2023. No public hearings or substantive zoning items are listed.
- Approve minutes of the regular meeting held on August 22, 2023
- Selection of commission chairperson and vice chairperson
- Oath of office for new or reappointed commissioners
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review the minutes from the January 4, 2024, meeting. The council will also accept the finance and investment reports for the period ending December 31, 2023.
- Approval of January 4, 2024, meeting minutes
- Acceptance of Finance Report for period ending December 31, 2023
- Approval of Investment Report for period ending December 31, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Corporation
The Benbrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider approving an economic development incentive of up to $514,000 for JVEP Commerce Centre, LLC to fund exterior improvements at the Commerce Centre at 4800 Benbrook Blvd. The board will also elect 2024 officers, approve the December 18, 2023 minutes, and receive the monthly financial report. Executive session will discuss real property and the incentive.
- Public hearing and vote on $514,000 incentive for JVEP Commerce Centre, LLC
- Election of 2024 BEDC officers (President, Vice President, Secretary)
- Approve December 18, 2023 regular board meeting minutes
- Receive monthly financial report for period ending December 31, 2023
- Executive session on Westpark Corner and 9353 Benbrook Blvd. property
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit request for 6439 Southwest Boulevard. The request seeks to allow limited warehousing with associated sales at this location.
- Public hearing for Highland Superstores conditional use permit (CUP-23-02)
- Selection of Commission Chairperson
- Selection of Commission Vice Chairperson
- Approval of October 12, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Park Board
The board will administer oaths of office for new members and elect a chairperson and vice chairperson. City staff will also present an overview of the Parks and Recreation Department and a summary of the Master Parks Plan.
- Oath of office for new board members
- Selection of Board Chairperson
- Selection of Board Vice Chairperson
- Parks and Recreation Department Overview report
- Master Parks Plan Summary report
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Benbrook City Council is holding a regular meeting with a pre-council worksession to review agenda items. The council will consider adopting an ordinance on plat application checklists and engineering plan review, approving an interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for the FY 2023-2024 asphalt overlay program, and awarding a milling contract to TexOp Construction, LP. The meeting also includes citizen comments, approval of previous minutes, and routine announcements.
- Adopt ordinance regarding plat application checklists and engineering plan review (G-2642)
- Approve interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for FY 2023-2024 asphalt overlay program (G-2643)
- Award milling contract with TexOp Construction, LP (C-369)
- Approve minutes of regular meeting held December 21, 2023