Duncanville public meetings in 2021

City Council

The council will discuss how to allocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including potential expenditures for generators and essential worker pay. Additionally, the council will consider amending short-term rental regulations and approving wastewater improvement contracts.

• Wastewater improvements contract with Vortex, LLC estimated at $999,996.25
• Ordinance amendment for short-term rental registration regulations
• Traffic signal maintenance renewal with Siemens Mobility, Inc. up to $156,610.00
• Purchase of traffic equipment from Consolidated Traffic Control, Inc. up to $85,376.00
• Discussion on using ARPA funds for generators and weather equipment

The Duncanville City Council approved an ordinance adding short-term rental registration regulations to Chapter 5, and also approved the DCEDC FY22 Strategic Plan with a Gantt chart addition. Consent agenda items, including a wastewater pipebursting contract with Vortex Companies and traffic equipment purchases, were passed unanimously. No substantive decisions were made on ARPA fund uses, noise ordinance revisions, or utility fund balance, as these were only discussed.

• Approved short-term rental registration ordinance (7-0)
• Approved DCEDC FY22 Strategic Plan with Gantt chart addition (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Vortex pipebursting contract ($999,996.25) (7-0)
• Approved traffic signal maintenance renewal with Siemens Mobility (up to $156,610) (7-0)
• Approved traffic equipment purchase from Consolidated Traffic Control ($85,376) (7-0)
• Approved traffic equipment purchase from Paradigm Traffic Systems ($91,800) (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding council district redistricting and a short-term rental permit at 1039 Wind Ridge Drive. The agenda also includes discussions on a youth bicycle pilot program at Red Bird Park and several grant approvals.

• Public hearing for short-term rental permit at 1039 Wind Ridge Drive
• Public hearing for redistricting City Council districts
• $18,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant to Duncanville Chamber of Commerce
• $32,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax grant to Duncanville Community Theatre
• $93,500 janitorial services renewal for Duncanville Fieldhouse

The Duncanville City Council denied a Specific Use Permit for a short-term rental at 1039 Wind Ridge Drive, following a 7-0 recommendation for denial from the Planning & Zoning Commission. The council also approved redistricting Plan A for single-member districts based on 2020 Census data, and voted to appoint Michael Hurtt to the Dallas Central Appraisal District Board. A hotel occupancy tax grant for the Chamber of Commerce was tabled to the December 21 meeting.

• Denied SUP for short-term rental at 1039 Wind Ridge Dr (0-7)
• Approved redistricting Plan A for City Council districts (7-0)
• Appointed Michael Hurtt to DCAD Board of Directors (6-1)
• Approved janitorial services renewal with D&A Building Services, Inc. up to $93,500 (7-0)
• Tabled $18,000 hotel occupancy tax grant to Duncanville Chamber of Commerce
• Moved executive session item on 608 HWY 67 to January 6, 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending the ordinance governing peddlers and solicitors to improve safety and privacy. The agenda also includes consideration of a new drainage utility ordinance and Main Street corridor study recommendations. Additionally, the council will review a tree maintenance contract renewal and a grant for the Chamber of Commerce.

• Amending Chapter 13 "Peddlers, Solicitors and Itinerant Vendors" Ordinance
• Renewing tree maintenance contract with Arbor Masters Tree Service up to $67,500.00
• Amending the Drainage Utility ordinance
• Approving Main Street Corridor Study recommendations
• Granting $1,075 to Duncanville Chamber of Commerce for an LED sign upgrade

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss legal obligations regarding redistricting. The council will consider resolutions establishing guidelines and criteria for the 2021 redistricting process for Single Member Districts one through five.

• Discussion on redistricting principles and guidelines
• Resolution establishing guidelines for redistricting proposals (Districts 1-5)
• Resolution establishing criteria for the 2021 redistricting process (Districts 1-5)

The Duncanville City Council held a special meeting to discuss redistricting obligations and adopted two resolutions establishing guidelines and criteria for the 2021 redistricting process for City Council Single Member Districts 1-5. Both resolutions were approved unanimously (6-0, with Mayor Pro Tem Patrick Harvey absent). The council also discussed three proposed redistricting plans (A, B, and C) and agreed to bring them to a public hearing at the December 7, 2021 regular meeting.

• Adopted resolution establishing guidelines for redistricting proposals (6-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing criteria for redistricting process (6-0)
• Agreed to bring redistricting Plans A, B, and C to public hearing on Dec 7, 2021

City Council

The City Council will discuss a potential community survey regarding the use of the Charles F. Ladd property and other undeveloped municipal lands. The agenda also includes a presentation on reviewing the city's noise ordinance and a public hearing for a truck repair permit. Additionally, the council will consider a $84,795.00 purchase for backup hardware and software.

• Community survey regarding Charles F. Ladd property development
• Review of 'loud and raucous noise' ordinance (Ordinance 1794 § 1)
• $84,795.00 purchase of Rubrik backup hardware and software
• Public hearing for a truck repair use permit at 410 E Red Bird Lane
• Resolution regarding the Global Opioid Settlement

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding specific use permits for a drive-thru and other businesses. The council will also consider several service contracts and amendments to the city fee schedule.

• Public hearing for a drive-thru at 511 E Camp Wisdom Road
• $200,000 for the senior meal program
• $165,060 for Ten Mile Creek erosion control engineering
• $125,501.36 for security system cabling and cameras
• Amendment to the FY 2021-2022 Master Fee Schedule

The Duncanville City Council approved a Specific Use Permit for a drive-thru at 511 E Camp Wisdom Road, allowing a snow cone shop to use an existing drive-thru area. The council also approved a new ordinance regulating mobile food vendors and food trucks, and tabled the annual city council calendar and investment policy for further review. Several other items, including a hotel occupancy tax grant and a SUP for a taxidermy business, were also acted on.

• Approved SUP for drive-thru at 511 E Camp Wisdom Rd (6-1)
• Denied SUP for Commercial, General at 608 E. Highway 67 (2-5)
• Approved SUP for Print Shop at 1310 S. Main St (7-0)
• Approved ordinance adding Article XXVI on Mobile Food Vendors and Food Trucks (7-0)
• Approved Hotel Occupancy Tax grant to Duncanville Lions Club, increased to $48,000 (7-0)
• Tabled annual City Council Calendar (6-1)
• Tabled Investment Policy until Dec 7, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to various boards and commissions (7-0)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council is holding a planning retreat from November 11 to November 13, 2021. This meeting consists of workshop items only, and no official action will be taken. Discussions include the city's vision, mission, and priority areas.

• Review of City Council vision and missions
• Updates to Capstone priority areas or objectives
• Discussion on meeting processes and procedures
• Discussion on economic development and strategic properties

The Duncanville City Council held a three-day planning retreat from November 11-13, 2021, with workshop discussions only and no formal actions. Topics included vision and mission updates, Capstone priority areas, economic development, redistricting, and council processes. The council agreed to reschedule a special meeting with facilitator Mike Conduff, discuss one Council Pillar at upcoming meetings, and hold a special meeting on rules and procedures.

• Rescheduled a special meeting with facilitator Mike Conduff
• Agreed to discuss one Council Pillar at upcoming Council Meetings
• Agreed to hold a Special Meeting on Council Rules and Procedures

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a three-day planning retreat (Nov 11-13, 2021) as a workshop with no formal action taken. Discussions covered the city's vision, mission, Capstone priority areas, council rules and procedures, economic development, and citizen engagement. The council agreed to reschedule a special meeting with facilitator Mike Conduff, discuss one Council Pillar at upcoming meetings, and hold a special meeting on Council Rules and Procedures.

• Rescheduled a special meeting with facilitator Mike Conduff
• Agreed to discuss one Council Pillar at upcoming Council Meetings
• Agreed to hold a Special Meeting on Council Rules and Procedures

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a three-day planning retreat from November 11-13, 2021, as a workshop with no formal action taken. Discussions covered vision and mission, Capstone priorities, economic development, redistricting, and council processes. The council agreed to reschedule a special meeting with the facilitator to discuss council pillars and rules.

• Rescheduled a special meeting with Mr. Conduff to discuss council pillars
• Agreed to discuss one council pillar at upcoming council meetings
• Scheduled a special meeting on council rules and procedures

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for several board and commission positions. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the duties or potential elimination of certain boards and the approval of unapproved minutes from July and August 2021.

• Interviews for Board of Adjustment, DCEDC, Library Advisory, Sign Control, and Keep Duncanville Beautiful boards
• Discussion on the duties or potential elimination of certain boards
• Approval of unapproved meeting minutes from July and August 2021
• Executive session regarding Planning and Zoning Commission and TIF personnel matters

The Duncanville City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants and discuss appointments for several boards and commissions, including the Board of Adjustment, DCEDC, Library Advisory Board, Sign Control Board, and Keep Duncanville Beautiful Board. After an executive session on personnel matters, the council reconvened and took no action on those appointments. The only formal decision was approving the minutes from previous meetings (6-0).

• Approved minutes from multiple prior meetings (6-0)
• No action taken on board/commission appointments after executive session

City Council

The scheduled work session and regular session for the Duncanville City Council on November 2, 2021, were canceled. The provided text contains only the cancellation notice and procedural boilerplate.

City Council

The Duncanville City Council denied a Specific Use Permit for truck repair at 410 E Red Bird Lane, despite a Planning & Zoning recommendation for approval. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the opioid settlement resolution and a $84,795 Rubrik backup purchase, and confirmed Nigel Robinson to the Civil Service Commission. No action was taken following executive session discussions on the EMS agreement and police chief appointment.

• Denied Specific Use Permit for truck repair at 410 E Red Bird Lane (0-7)
• Approved consent agenda including opioid settlement resolution and Rubrik backup purchase ($84,795) (7-0)
• Confirmed Nigel Robinson to Civil Service Commission for 3-year term (7-0)
• No action taken after executive session on EMS agreement and police chief appointment

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a special workshop meeting on October 14, 2021. The council intends to discuss proposed ideas regarding ARPA Funds and seek input from members.

• Discussion of proposed ideas for ARPA Funds

The Duncanville City Council held a special workshop meeting to discuss proposed ideas for spending American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. No formal decisions were made; the item was for discussion and council input. The city manager noted funds must be spent by 2026, and the mayor requested quarterly status reports.

• Discussed ARPA fund spending ideas (no vote)
• Noted ARPA funds must be spent by 2026
• Requested quarterly status reports on ARPA funds

City Council

The Duncanville City Council meeting scheduled for October 5, 2021, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a trash and recycling survey and food truck ordinances during the work session. The regular session includes decisions on utility rates, contract renewals with Dallas County, and extending minor curfew hours. The council will also consider appointments to local housing and appraisal boards.

• Ordinance for Atmos Energy rate review settlement and franchise agreement
• Extension of ordinance regarding curfew hours for minors
• Republic Waste Services request for a 3.6% contract rate increase
• Agreement with Dallas County for Highway Accident Investigation Services up to $59,000.00
• Renewal of BioTel/EMS System services in the amount of $53,657.49

The Duncanville City Council approved a 3.6% rate increase for Republic Waste Services residential and commercial collection, effective October 1, 2021, and extended the juvenile curfew ordinance for three years. The council also approved a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy, a new gas franchise, and appointed Mayor Pro Tem Harvey to the North Central Texas Housing Finance Corporation. All votes were 7-0 except the housing board reconsideration (6-1) and the DCAD nomination (5-2).

• Approved 3.6% Republic Waste rate increase (7-0)
• Extended juvenile curfew ordinance for 3 years (7-0)
• Approved Atmos Energy rate settlement (7-0)
• Granted Atmos Energy gas franchise through 2046 (7-0)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Harvey to NCTHFC for 2 years (6-1)
• Reconsidered DCAD nomination resolution (5-2)
• Appointed Michael Hurtt as DCAD board candidate (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda including health officer appointment (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city's $21.7 million outstanding bond debt and zoning plans for the "Ladd" property. The regular session includes decisions on gas franchise agreements, hazardous waste programs, and road reconstruction funding. The council will also review financial and department reports.

• $658,196.22 contingency appropriation for East Danieldale Road Reconstruction
• Atmos Energy Corporation gas franchise ordinance
• $55,264.00 Household Hazardous Waste agreement amendment with Dallas County
• $9,671.91 JAG grant for police equipment and GPS trackers
• Discussion of $21.7 million in outstanding city bond debt

The Duncanville City Council approved a $658,196.22 contingency for the East Danieldale Road reconstruction project, authorizing the city manager to negotiate a change order not to exceed $90,000 for additional sewer work. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $55,264 interlocal agreement with Dallas County for hazardous waste collection, a $9,671.91 grant for police equipment, and nominations to the Dallas Central Appraisal District and North Central Texas Housing Finance Corporation boards. Additionally, the council authorized legal action for code violations at three properties.

• Approved $658,196.22 contingency for Danieldale Road project (6-0)
• Approved $55,264 HHW interlocal agreement with Dallas County (6-0)
• Approved $9,671.91 JAG grant for police equipment (6-0)
• Nominated Michael Hurtt to DCAD Board (6-0)
• Nominated Johnette Jameson to NCTHFC Board (4-2)
• Approved Minnesota cooperative purchasing agreement (6-0)
• Authorized legal action for code violations at 507 Longworth, 518 Trail Ridge, 338 W. Vineyard (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering ordinances to adopt the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget and levy ad valorem taxes. This budget includes raising the minimum wage for certain staff to $15 per hour and will increase property tax revenue by $766,534. The council will also consider a new master fee schedule.

• Adoption of the FY 2021-2022 City Budget
• Ordinance levying 2021 ad valorem taxes at $0.70 per $100 valuation
• Approval of the FY 2021-2022 Master Fee Schedule

City Council

The City Council adopted the FY 2021-2022 budget, which raises property tax revenue by $766,534 (4.01% increase) and includes $47,977 from new property. The council also approved a property tax rate of $0.700000 per $100 valuation, a 3.88% effective increase, and ratified the budget ordinance. The Master Fee Schedule for FY 2021-2022 was approved unanimously. A claim for damages at 1726 Greentree Lane was denied unanimously.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget with 4.01% property tax revenue increase (6-1)
• Approved property tax rate of $0.700000 per $100 valuation, 3.88% increase (6-1)
• Ratified FY 2021-2022 budget ordinance (6-1)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 Master Fee Schedule (7-0)
• Denied claim for property damage at 1726 Greentree Lane (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive an overview of the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and conduct a public hearing. The council will also hold a public hearing and deliberate on the proposed FY 2021-2022 tax rate. Additionally, members may consider setting August 31, 2021, as the date for a final vote on the budget.

• Public hearing for the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget
• Public hearing and deliberation on the proposed FY 2021-2022 tax rate
• Consideration of August 31, 2021, as the date for a budget vote

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special budget meeting to review the proposed FY 2021-22 budget and tax rate, with public hearings closed after no one spoke. The council unanimously voted to schedule a budget vote for August 31, 2021, but did not approve the budget or tax rate at this meeting.

• Closed public hearing on proposed FY 2021-22 budget (6-0)
• Closed public hearing on proposed FY 2021-22 tax rate (6-0)
• Set August 31, 2021, as date to consider budget vote (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss kudzu mitigation and solid waste collection contracts during a work session. The regular session includes public hearings for property rezonings and an event center development. The council will also consider emergency repair funding for the Danieldale Pump Station.

• Rezoning multiple Highland Drive properties to single-family residential
• Planned Development request for an event center at 515 W Center Street
• Specific Use Permit for fuel pumps at 1430 S Main Street
• Emergency repair funding increases up to $1,000,000 for Danieldale Pump Station
• Resolution rejecting bids for renovations at 330 Shady Trail

The Duncanville City Council approved emergency repairs to the North and South Ground Storage Tanks at Danieldale Pump Station, authorizing up to $1.15 million in contract increases. It also approved a city-initiated rezoning of 14 properties on Highland Drive and Jewell Lane from Local Office/Retail to SF-7 Single-Family Residential. The council denied a Planned Development request for an event center at 515 W Center Street and a Specific Use Permit for fuel pumps at 1430 S Main Street. Appointments to various boards and commissions were approved, and the council authorized a deposit of funds for property in a pending litigation case.

• Approved emergency repairs to Danieldale Pump Station water tanks, authorizing up to $1,150,000 in contract increases (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 14 properties on Highland Drive and Jewell Lane from LOR to SF-7 (7-0)
• Denied Planned Development for event center at 515 W Center Street (3-4)
• Denied Specific Use Permit for fuel pumps at 1430 S Main Street (1-6)
• Approved appointments to various boards and commissions (7-0)
• Authorized deposit of funds for property in City of Duncanville v. Tommy Winn litigation (6-1)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a special town hall meeting via video conference. The session includes a presentation on the city budget followed by a question and answer period. The council will also receive public comments and citizen input.

• Presentation on city budget
• Public comment period
• Citizen input session

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special town hall meeting on August 14, 2021, to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget. City Manager Ferrell-Benavides and Budget Analyst Otey presented the budget, and one public comment was received. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at this special budget town hall meeting

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2021-2022 Annual Budget and revenues. The meeting includes deliberation on the FY 2022 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan and updates to the master fee schedule. Additionally, the council will announce and establish a budget and tax rate.

• FY 2021-2022 Proposed Annual Budget revenues and expenditures
• FY 2022 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Updates to the master fee schedule
• Announcement and establishment of a budget and tax rate

The Duncanville City Council held a special budget workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 proposed annual budget, the FY 2022 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, and updates to the master fee schedule. City staff presented revenue and expenditure details, and all city departments presented their proposed expenditures. No formal decisions or votes were made; the council only discussed and deliberated, with no public comments received.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the budget workshop

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a budget work session and special meeting on August 10, 2021. The council will vote to consider the maximum ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2021-2022. This vote is a statutory requirement and does not adopt a final property tax rate.

• Vote to consider maximum ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2021-2022

The Duncanville City Council voted 6-0 to set a maximum ad valorem tax rate of .702073 for fiscal year 2021-2022, as required by Texas Tax Code §26.06. This vote does not adopt the rate; a public hearing is scheduled for August 24, 2021, and the actual rate will be set after that hearing. No public comments were received.

• Approved maximum tax rate .702073 for FY 2021-2022 (6-0)
• Set public hearing for August 24, 2021 on tax rate

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will discuss appointments for various local boards and commissions. The council will also discuss the duties, dismissals, or possible elimination of certain boards. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel matters for specific commissions.

• Appointments for Audit Committee, Board of Adjustment, and Planning & Zoning Commission
• Appointments for DCEDC, Neighborhood Vitality, and Keep Duncanville Beautiful
• Discussion on the duties or potential elimination of boards
• Executive session regarding personnel matters for specific commissions

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants and make appointments to various boards and commissions, including the Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and the Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation Board. The council discussed and made appointments, but the minutes do not specify individual appointees or vote tallies. No action was taken on executive session matters.

• Appointed members to multiple boards and commissions (no individual votes recorded)
• No action taken on executive session matters

City Council

The City Council will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and discuss overflow parking for the Duncanville Fieldhouse. The agenda also includes public hearings for several land use permits and a resolution to establish Juneteenth as a city holiday.

• $26,409.00 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant for ALW Entertainment
• $50,000 increase to Ben E. Keith foodservice purchase agreement
• Public hearing for Bed and Breakfast use permit at 415 Hustead Street
• Public hearing for Drive-Thru use permit at 102 E Danieldale Road
• Resolution to establish Juneteenth as a city holiday

The Duncanville City Council approved a resolution to establish Juneteenth as a city holiday, approved several specific use permits, and discussed the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget. The budget includes a property tax rate reduction, a 2% cost of living adjustment for employees, and no rate increases for water, sewer, drainage, or garbage collection. The council also tabled a request for an event center at 515 W Center Street until the August 17 meeting.

• Approved Juneteenth as a city holiday (7-0)
• Approved SUP for bed and breakfast at 415 Hustead Street (7-0)
• Approved SUP for drive-thru at 102 E Danieldale Road (6-1)
• Approved SUP for carport at 710 Timber Trail (7-0)
• Tabled PD for event center at 515 W Center Street (6-1)
• Approved ROW license agreement for fence at 902 Cambridge Drive (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 increase to foodservice products agreement with Ben E. Keith (7-0)
• Approved $26,409 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant to ALW Entertainment (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for applicants to various boards and commissions. The council will also discuss the duties, dismissals, or elimination of certain boards. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters related to specific commissions.

• Interviews for appointments to several boards including Audit Committee and Planning & Zoning
• Discussion regarding the duties, dismissals, or elimination of possible boards
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters for specific commissions

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for multiple boards and commissions, including the Audit Committee, Board of Adjustment, and Planning & Zoning Commission. No appointments were made; the council decided to hold a later special meeting to discuss selections. No public comments were received, and no executive session was held.

• Conducted interviews for board and commission applicants
• Deferred appointment selections to a later special meeting
• No public comments received
• No executive session convened

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for various boards and commissions, including the Audit Committee, Board of Adjustment, Planning & Zoning Commission, and others. No appointments were made during the meeting, and no discussion on appointments, dismissals, or board elimination occurred. The council did not convene into executive session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Conducted interviews for board and commission applicants
• No appointments made during the meeting
• No discussion on board appointments, dismissals, or elimination
• No executive session held

City Council

The City Council will review contracts for street paving and fuel purchases. They are also considering a large-scale landscaping project along the US-67 corridor. Additionally, the council will discuss traffic signal maintenance with Dallas.

• $385,967.89 contract for street mill and overlay by Peachtree Construction, LTD
• $351,000.00 fuel purchase agreement renewal with U.S. Oil
• $2,987,262.88 landscaping and monument project along the US-67 corridor
• $25,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant for ALW Entertainment
• Variance for a 70' highway sign at 303 E. Hwy 67

The Duncanville City Council approved a resolution awarding a $385,967.89 mill and overlay contract to Peachtree Construction, LTD for road work on eight segments. The council also approved a $2,987,262.88 bid for the U.S. 67 Green Ribbon landscaping project, with $164,280.00 authorized for Duncanville's gateway monuments. A $25,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant was approved for ALW Entertainment to promote the Duncanville Football Classic, with one councilmember voting against. The council rejected all bids for the chlorine room rebuild at the North Main Elevated Storage Tank, allowing staff to re-advertise the project.

• Approved award of bid IFB 21-013 to Peachtree Construction, LTD for Mill and Overlay #2 in an amount up to $385,967.89.
• Approved a resolution concurring with Cedar Hill's award of the U.S. 67 Green Ribbon project to Central North Construction, LLC for $2,987,262.88, with $164,280.00 for Duncanville's gateway monuments.
• Approved a $25,000 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant to ALW Entertainment for the Duncanville Football Classic (6-1 vote, Councilmember Koontz opposed).
• Approved a resolution rejecting all bids for IFB-21-0012 (Rebuild Chlorine Room at North Main Elevated Storage Tank) and authorizing a rebid.
• Approved a resolution requesting TXDOT amend the design for Project CSJ 2374-04-085 to relocate the proposed Texas U-turn bridge.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plan proposal and the U.S. Venture, Inc. oil purchase renewal for $351,000.00.
• Approved a Sign Control Board variance for Extra Space Storage allowing a 70-foot highway sign at 303 E. Hwy 67.
• Took no action following Executive Session regarding pending legal proceedings, financial audit, and water metering agreements.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget workshop to discuss the revised FY 20-21 budget and preliminary FY 21-22 budget. The session includes reviews of revenue potential, expenditure outlooks, and the proposed tax rate for the General Fund.

• Discussion of proposed General Fund tax rate
• Review of new Fire Inspection Fee Schedule
• Overview of FY 21-22 expenditure potential for Enterprise and Special Revenue funds
• Update on Bond Projects and Capital Improvement Plans
• Review of FY 19-20 budget performance regarding revenue and expenditures

The Duncanville City Council held a special budget workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget, including revenue and expenditure outlooks, tax rate, fees, debt service, and capital improvement plans. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was for discussion only. Councilmembers voiced concerns about conservatism in budgeting and lean staffing.

• Held pre-budget workshop for FY 2021-2022 (no action taken)
• Discussed FY21-22 revenue potential outlook and tax rate (no action)
• Discussed FY21-22 expenditure potential outlook (no action)
• Discussed debt service, capital improvement plans, and bond projects (no action)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special budget workshop to discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget, including revenue projections, tax rate, and fee schedules. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only. The city is projected to receive up to $8.45 million from the American Rescue Plan Act.

• No formal votes or decisions were made during the budget workshop.
• Discussed FY 2020-21 budget performance and FY 2021-22 revenue and expenditure outlooks.
• Reviewed proposed tax rate for FY 2021-2022.
• Discussed potential new fire inspection fee schedule.
• Reviewed American Rescue Plan Act allocation of up to $8.45 million and eligible uses.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop regarding the revised FY 20-21 budget and preliminary FY 21-22 budget. The session includes discussions on revenue potential, expenditure outlooks, and the city's economic update.

• Proposed tax rate discussion for the General Fund
• Review of a new fire inspection fee schedule
• Overview of Duncanville debt service requirements
• Update on bond projects and capital improvement plans
• Discussion regarding American Rescue Plan impacts

City Council

The Duncanville City Council met in a special executive session on June 22, 2021, to discuss legal advice on a property damage claim, enforcement of special event ordinances, and personnel matters regarding the City Manager. No public comments were received, and no action was taken as a result of the executive session. The meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m.

• Held executive session to seek legal advice on a property damage claim at 1726 Green Tree Lane.
• Held executive session to seek legal advice on enforcement of special event ordinances and permits.
• Held executive session to deliberate personnel matters regarding the City Manager.
• Took no action following the executive session.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the upcoming Independence Day Celebration and trash collection updates following the February winter storm. The meeting includes public hearings for new use permits regarding a drive-thru, auto repair, and truck storage. The council will also consider several contract approvals and renewals.

• Motorola Solutions radio equipment purchase up to $2,023,922
• Engineering agreement with Burgess & Niple, Inc. up to $100,000
• Public hearing for a drive-thru at 103 N Cedar Ridge Road
• Payment of $195,729.77 to Gexa Energy for Winter Storm Uri costs
• Security contract increase for Duncanville Fieldhouse to $75,000

The Duncanville City Council approved three Specific Use Permits: a drive-thru for a restaurant at 103 N Cedar Ridge Road, auto repair at 703 Big Stone Gap Road, and bus/truck storage and rental at 617 E Hwy 67. The council also approved a 20-year lease renewal with the Duncanville Community Theatre, despite legal concerns about the lease length. All consent agenda items, including a $100,000 sewer survey contract and a $25,000 increase for security services, were approved unanimously.

• Approved SUP for drive-thru at 103 N Cedar Ridge Road (5-2).
• Approved SUP for auto repair at 703 Big Stone Gap Road (6-1).
• Approved SUP for bus/truck storage at 617 E Hwy 67 (5-2).
• Approved 20-year lease renewal with Duncanville Community Theatre (7-0).
• Approved consent agenda including $100,000 sewer survey contract and $25,000 security contract increase (7-0).

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a work session via video conference. The council plans to enter executive sessions to seek legal advice regarding property damage at 1726 Green Tree Lane and the enforcement of special event ordinances. They will also deliberate on the duties of the City Manager.

• Legal advice regarding property damage at 1726 Green Tree Lane
• Legal advice on enforcing special event ordinances and permits
• Deliberation on the duties of the City Manager

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will discuss amending a traffic signal agreement with the City of Dallas and consider safety options for S. Peach Street. The council also plans to review a professional services contract for Cedar Ridge Road improvements.

• $417,035.00 contract with Dunaway Associates, LLC for Cedar Ridge Rd reconstruction and utility improvements
• Amending the Interlocal Agreement with Dallas for a new traffic signal at Clark Rd & Summit Parc/West Ridge Rd
• Resolution requesting design alternatives for the Cedar Ridge Road corridor
• Discussion of speed control and safety options for S. Peach Street into Lion's Park
• Appointment of members to the Audit Committee

The Duncanville City Council approved a $417,035 engineering contract with Dunaway Associates for Cedar Ridge Road reconstruction design, after a reconsideration vote (5-2). They also approved a resolution to have the city manager provide design alternatives for the corridor, appointed an Audit Committee, and elected At-Large Councilmember Harvey as Mayor Pro Tem. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included briefings and reports.

• Approved resolution for design alternatives along Cedar Ridge Road corridor (7-0)
• Approved $417,035 contract with Dunaway Associates for Cedar Ridge Rd. design (5-2)
• Appointed Audit Committee members and chair (7-0)
• Elected At-Large Councilmember Harvey as Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from April 6 and April 13 meetings (7-0)

City Council

The council will discuss transitioning to a P25 digital radio system for public safety interoperability. Members will also consider several engineering contracts for water pipelines and street improvements. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on mid-year compensation and sales tax.

• $417,035.00 contract for Cedar Ridge Road street and utility improvements
• $123,626.00 renewal for pavement markings installation services
• $76,038.00 engineering services for Summit Pump Station emergency generator
• $70,035.00 water pipeline replacement along Wren Avenue and utility bridge
• Amending the Master Fee Schedule to add a non-residential permit fee

The Duncanville City Council approved several consent agenda items, including engineering agreements for a Summit Pump Station generator and water pipeline replacements, a pavement markings contract renewal, and a vehicle purchase. They also approved a reduced fee for residential Specific Use Permits and selected Exterior Design Option 2 for the new Fire Station #1. A proposed engineering contract for Cedar Ridge Road reconstruction was denied to allow more time for review.

• Approved PSA-21-021 for Summit Pump Station generator design ($76,038) (7-0)
• Approved PSA-21-022 for Wren Ave. and I-20 water pipeline replacement design ($70,035) (7-0)
• Approved first renewal of IFB-20-018 for pavement markings with Elite Striping ($123,626) (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Freedom Chevrolet via interlocal contract ($61,864) (7-0)
• Approved adding $125 fee for residential SUP, keeping $1,150 for non-residential (7-0)
• Denied PSA-21-031 for Cedar Ridge Rd. design ($417,035) (5-2)
• Approved Exterior Design Option 2 for Fire Station #1 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to officially declare the results of the May 1, 2021, General Election for several council seats. This includes the At-Large seat and Districts 1, 3, and 5. Final voting totals were pending at the time the agenda was published.

• Resolution to canvass and declare May 1, 2021, General Election results
• Election results for Councilmember At-Large
• Election results for Councilmembers in Districts 1, 3, and 5

The Duncanville City Council held a special meeting to canvass and declare the results of the May 1, 2021 general election for Councilmember At-Large and Councilmembers for Districts 1, 3, and 5. The resolution was approved unanimously (3-0), with no public comments submitted. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 2:10 p.m.

• Approved resolution canvassing and declaring May 1, 2021 election results (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss public feedback regarding the exterior design of Fire Station #1. The agenda also includes discussions on sign guidelines and the annual council calendar. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions for water main repairs and emergency medical billing services.

• $224,150 contract for water main pipe bursting on Briarmeade Drive
• Resolution to deny Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC's rate increase application
• Appointment of Mark LiVigni as Interim Police Chief
• $71,800 contract for emergency medical billing and collections services
• Public hearing regarding a Specific Use Permit revocation at 410 E Red Bird Lane

The Duncanville City Council confirmed Mark LiVigni as Interim Police Chief, approved a cooperative purchasing agreement for water main pipe bursting, and denied Oncor's rate increase request. It also revoked a Specific Use Permit for an indoor sports complex at 410 E Red Bird Lane, allowing auto repair use. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent.

• Confirmed Mark LiVigni as Interim Police Chief (6-0)
• Approved $224,150 pipe bursting contract for Briarmeade Drive water main (6-0)
• Denied Oncor's distribution rate increase request (6-0)
• Approved $71,800 emergency medical billing services contract with Emergicon (6-0)
• Revoked Specific Use Permit for indoor sports complex at 410 E Red Bird Lane (6-0)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council is holding a special town hall meeting for Fire Station #1. The agenda includes a presentation on the new fire station design and a period for citizen input.

• Presentation on New Fire Station Design
• Citizen Input and Q&A with Staff

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special town hall meeting to receive a presentation on the design for a new Fire Station #1. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, with public input and a timeline for future approvals. The next steps include a public survey and a council decision on the exterior design in May 2021.

• Received presentation on new Fire Station #1 design (no vote)
• Heard public comments on solar/wind options and Camp Wisdom corridor (no action)

City Council

The City Council will discuss adding two classified police officer positions and planning for the 2021 Independence Day Celebration. The agenda includes considering a major capital improvement agreement with Dallas County and a TXDOT maintenance amendment for US 67 and Danieldale. Members will also consider an ordinance regarding no-through-truck zones on Frank Keasler Blvd.

• Addition of two classified police officer positions
• Master Agreement with Dallas County for capital improvements
• TXDOT maintenance amendment for bike and pedestrian infrastructure
• Ordinance to add Frank Keasler Blvd to no-through-truck zones
• Planning for the July 4, 2021, Independence Day Celebration

The Duncanville City Council approved a resolution for a Master Agreement with Dallas County for major capital improvement projects, and approved Amendment #2 to the TXDOT maintenance agreement for bike and pedestrian improvements at the US 67 and Danieldale bridge. The council also added Frank Keasler Blvd to the no-through-truck zones list. Discussions were held on adding two police officer positions, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved Master Agreement with Dallas County for Major Capital Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved Amendment #2 to TXDOT Municipal Maintenance Agreement for bike/pedestrian improvements at US 67 and Danieldale (7-0)
• Approved ordinance adding Frank Keasler Blvd to no-through-truck zones (7-0)

City Council

The Duncanville City Council will hold a special town hall meeting via Zoom. The session includes a presentation on the city budget followed by a question and answer period for residents.

• Presentation on City Budget, Questions, and Answers

City Council

The Duncanville City Council held a special town hall meeting via videoconference to present and discuss the city budget. Finance Director Richard Summerlin gave a presentation covering budget fundamentals, including property and sales tax allocations, general fund services, utility fund operations, and a proposed $8 million Automated Meter Infrastructure (AMI) project. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss truck traffic on Frank Keasler Blvd and trash collection during the February 2021 winter storm. The council will also consider ordinances for police and fire department positions and a new residence homestead tax exemption. Additionally, several contracts for engineering, pavement treatment, and equipment are up for approval.

• Ordinance for a residence homestead tax exemption of at least $5,000 or 3% of assessed value
• $510,642.59 contract for micro-surfacing pavement treatment services
• $75,000 purchase of dual tube night vision goggles with helmet mounts
• Public hearing to revoke a special use permit at 100 E Wheatland Road
• $58,181.25 contract for engineering design services for alley reconstruction

The Council approved an ordinance amending the Specific Use Permit to allow any used-car dealership at 611 E IH 20, with conditions including hours and termination upon closure or change of use. A proposed 3% homestead exemption ordinance failed on a 3-4 vote, and a motion to table it also failed. The Council also approved consent agenda items, including engineering contracts and a micro-surfacing renewal.

• Approved consent agenda items, including engineering contracts for alley reconstruction and micro-surfacing pavement treatment.
• Approved revocation of a Special Use Permit for a Dallas County Government Center at 100 E Wheatland Road, retaining Neighborhood Office zoning.
• Approved amended Specific Use Permit for a used-car dealership at 611 E IH 20, with conditions, by a 5-2 vote.
• Tabled an ordinance creating classified positions under Civil Service in Police and Fire Departments.
• Failed to adopt a 3% homestead exemption ordinance; motion to table also failed.
• Approved a sign variance for a wall sign on the rear wall of Take Out Burgers at 795 W Wheatland Road.
• Received the Monthly Financial Report and Fire Department Quarterly Report.
• Took no action following executive session on real property and eminent domain matters.

City Council

The City Council approved a new zoning ordinance and zoning map, replacing the previous code with updated districts, use regulations, and design standards. The council also approved a $766,623.60 road mill and overlay contract, a $93,500 janitorial services renewal, and several other items. Appointments were made to fill vacancies on the Zoning Board of Adjustment and Sign Control Board.

• Approved the new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map, replacing the existing code.
• Approved award of bid IFB 21-009 to Anderson Asphalt & Concrete Paving, LLC for mill and overlay in an amount up to $766,623.60.
• Approved first renewal option of IFB-19-005 Janitorial Services for Duncanville Fieldhouse with D&A Building Services, Inc., increasing annual amount to $93,500.00.
• Approved reappointment of municipal court judges: John B. Rizo Sr., Anthony P. Eiland, and Kathy A. Austin.
• Approved ordinance declaring a portion of Oriole Blvd as a No Parking Zone (6-1, Anderson against).
• Approved agreement with Wells Fargo Bank N.A. as Merchant Processing Services provider for 3-year initial term with extension options (6-1, Jameson against).
• Appointed Edward Stith to Zoning Board of Adjustment and Javar Avery to Sign Control Board.
• Approved consent agenda items including grants for police body armor, a robot, and night vision units.

City Council

The City Council will review the status of the Advanced Metering Infrastructure program. The council also plans to consider an ordinance amending regulations for peddlers, solicitors, and itinerant vendors. Additionally, members will discuss updates to the Master Fee Schedule.

• Ordinance amending regulations for peddlers, solicitors, and itinerant vendors
• $5,000 grant application for a police department thermal imaging device
• Amendments to the Master Fee Schedule for planning and building inspections
• Presentation on the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program status
• Appointment of Election Judges for the May 1, 2021, General Election

The Duncanville City Council approved an ordinance amending Chapter 13 to regulate peddlers, solicitors, and itinerant vendors, including new hours, holiday restrictions, high-visibility vest requirements, and a permit fee increase from $50 to $75. The Council also approved amendments to the Master Fee Schedule for FY 2020-2021, revising building permit fees and other planning/building inspection fees. Both items passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved amended solicitation ordinance with new hours, holiday restrictions, vest requirement, and $75 permit fee (7-0)
• Approved Master Fee Schedule amendments for planning/building inspections, including new building permit fee tiers and a $50,000 max fee (7-0)
• Approved resolution appointing election judges for May 1, 2021 General Election (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing application for $5,000 Homeland Security Grant for thermal imaging device (7-0)
• Approved resolution confirming Tracey Martin to Civil Service Commission (7-0)
• Approved minutes for January 11 and January 19, 2021 meetings (7-0)

City Council

The council will discuss parking on Oriole Boulevard and vote center reductions during a work session. The regular session includes consideration of resolutions for a joint election, software maintenance contracts, and water infrastructure engineering services.

• Bid award to Nova Paintings, LLC for Danieldale Pump Station Rehabilitation up to $1,146,800.00
• Purchase agreement with Tyler Technologies Inc. for ERP software support up to $92,026.12
• Engineering services agreement with Burgess & Niple, Inc. for waterline replacements totaling $102,170.00
• Resolution ordering a Joint Election for May 1, 2021
• Ordinance revising Chapter 20 regulations for wastewater discharges

City Council

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint special meeting via Zoom to discuss the zoning ordinance update. The agenda includes reviewing survey results and discussing potential revisions to various ordinance articles. No votes or actions will be taken during the workshop portion of the meeting.

• Review of zoning ordinance open house and survey results
• Discussion of possible revisions to zoning ordinance articles I through VII
• Review of comprehensive plan strategies for opportunity areas
• Discussion regarding implementation calendar

City Council

The provided agenda text contains only meeting logistics and legal notices. No specific legislative items, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion.