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City of Farmers Branch Farmers Branch City Hall
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Action Meeting Minutes Farmers Branch, TX 75234
aI�T�rCH City Council
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 6:00 PM Council Chambers
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Council Present: Mayor Terry Lynne, Mayor Pro Tem Omar Roman, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Richard
Jackson, Councilmember David Reid, Councilmember Roger Neal, Councilwoman Tina
Bennett -Burton
City Staff Present: City Manager Ben Williamson, Deputy City Manager Jawaria Tareen, Director of
Administrative Services Stacy Henderson, City Attorney Whitt Wyatt, Director of
Public Works Ray Silva -Reyes, Director of Parks and Recreation Rob Diaz, Director of
Economic Development and Tourism Perla Tavera, Director of Innovation and
Technology Steven Schweigert, Director of Community Services Danielle Summers,
and other City staff
CALL TO ORDER - STUDY SESSION 13 P.M.
Mayor Lynne called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m.
STUDY SESSION ITEMS
CA Review and discuss Consent and Regular agenda items.
Mayor Pro Tem Roman had a question about Item J.8 related to an agreement with Mister Sweeper L. P. for
street sweeping services.
Councilmember Jackson requested to move Item J.7 related to a purchase of playground equipment from the
Consent Agenda to the Regular Agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS
Mary Patton, 14523 Hague Drive, spoke in opposition of consolidating Carrollton -Farmers Branch
Independent School District (CFBISD) schools.
Brady Barnett, 2514 Canterbury Drive, Carrollton, spoke in opposition to consolidating CFBISD schools.
STUDY SESSION ITEMS
C.2 Receive an update from Carrollton -Farmers Branch Independent School District.
CFBISD Assistant Superintendent of Operations Chris Moore gave an update explaining the history of
CFBISD's deficit budget, student capacity study results, changes in student enrollment, and CFBISD's
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consolidation plan.
C.3 Receive an update regarding Economic Development efforts and events.
Director of Economic Development, Tourism, and Planning Perla Tavera gave an update explaining the
members of the Economic Development team, details on business retention efforts, recent events held and
businesses visited by the team, recent business incentive efforts, and an overview of upcoming events.
CA Discussion regarding 200 -foot public notification boundary for zoning requests.
Deputy Director of Planning Sarah Bergman gave a presentation discussing the zoning notification
boundaries, current requirements, surrounding cities' notification radii, and listed the potential impacts if the
City were to increase the notification boundary radius.
The majority of the Council was in favor of bringing an ordinance forward to increase the notification zone.
C.5 Discuss the Demolition/Rebuild Program.
Director of Economic Development, Tourism, and Planning Perla Tavera gave a presentation explaining the
current program guidelines, the proposed changes to the guidelines, and the direction needed from Council.
This item was tabled to the April 1, 2025, City Council meeting.
C.6 Receive an update regarding the Oakbrook Water Meter Project.
Director of Public Works Ray Silva -Reyes gave a presentation explaining the background of the project, the
cost of the project, other considerations regarding maintenance, funding, and City support, and the next steps
in the process.
The majority of Council was in favor of moving forward with the project.
C.7 Discuss reconvening the Charter Review Committee and the appointment of members.
Deputy Director of Administrative Services and Deputy City Secretary Erin Flores gave a presentation
explaining the process for reconvening the Charter Review Committee.
The majority of the Council was in favor of tabling the discussion until after the May 2025 election.
Mayor Lynne convened into Executive Session at 4:54 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
D.1 The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government
Code Section 551.087 to discuss economic incentives for Project 2025.004.
D.2 The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government
Code Section 551.072 to discuss the sale of real property located at 13309 Josey Lane.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
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Mayor Lynne called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dr. Paul Lonquist, DDS, led the invocation, and Mayor Lynne led the pledges of allegiance.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
G.1 Presentation of the Employee of the Year Award.
Director of Human Resources Jeffrey Ross accepted the Employee of the Year on behalf of Benefits and
Compensation Analyst Bianca Van Horn.
G.2 Recognize the Rotary Club of Carrollton -Farmers Branch for their donation towards the
purchase of playground equipment, and approve Resolution No. 2025-024 accepting the
donation in the amount of $40,000 to contribute towards the City's purchase of an inclusive
We -Go -Round Playground at Gussie Field Watterworth Park; and take appropriate action.
Rotary Club of Carrollton -Farmers Branch Member Scott Smith presented the City with the donation and
explained the efforts taken by the Rotary Club to help increase inclusivity in playground equipment to
enhance accessibility for all children.
G.3 Presentation of a Proclamation designating February 15-22,2025, as National FFA Week.
Mayor Lynne presented a proclamation designating February 15-22, 2025, as National FFA Week.
GA Presentation from DFW Directors Association 2024 Award to Gateway to the Globe a
Multicultural Celebration for Arts and Entertainment.
Mayor Lynne recognized the Parks and Recreation team and Multicultural Committee members for receiving
the DFW Directors Association 2024 Award.
G.2 Recognize the Rotary Club of Carrollton -Farmers Branch for their donation towards the
purchase of playground equipment, and approve Resolution No. 2025-024 accepting the
donation in the amount of $40,000 to contribute towards the City's purchase of an inclusive
We -Go -Round Playground at Gussie Field Watterworth Park; and take appropriate action.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Roman, seconded by Councilmember Reid, to approve
Resolution No. 2025-024 accepting the donation in the amount of $40,000 to contribute towards the
City's purchase of an inclusive We -Go -Round Playground at Gussie Field Watterworth Park. The
motion carried with the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tem Roman, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, Councilwoman Bennett -Burton,
Councilmember Reid, Councilmember Neal
ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Sharon Logan of DFW Video presented items of community interest.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
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Rick Johnson, 2930 Harlee Drive, spoke on the need for the availability of youth football and concerns
regarding the Lead and Copper Rule Revision.
Rinkesh Desai, 1753 Hanover Court, spoke on leadership in the City.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Lynne stated that Item J.7 would be moved to the Regular Agenda.
J.1 Consider approving the following City Council meeting minutes; and take appropriate action.
• February 18, 2025, City Council Meeting
J.2 Consider excusing the absence of Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Richard Jackson from the
February 18, 2025, City Council meeting; and take appropriate action.
J.3 Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-042 authorizing the execution of a Residential
Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for a seven (7) year property tax incentive
for the property located at 3120 Brookhollow Drive; and take appropriate action.
J.4 Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-038 authorizing the execution of a Residential
Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for a seven (7) year property tax incentive
for the property located at 3373 Dorado Beach Drive; and take appropriate action.
J.5 Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-039 authorizing the execution of a Residential
Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement in the amount of $30,000 and a three (3)
year property tax rebate for the property owner located at 12805 Epps Field Road; and take
appropriate action.
J.6 Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-035 authorizing the application to the FY 2026
Rifle -Resistant Body Armor Grant Program through the Office of the Governor; and take
appropriate action.
j.7 Consider- RPPFOV*Hg Resolution No. 2025 025 atithor-izing the pur-ehose of fk We Go Round
Playground Unit in the amount of $93,042 f0om Landseape Str-iiettir-es thFOugh the BfiyBenr-d
. (Moved to Regular Agenda Item L. 3)
J.8 Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-032 and awarding a contract to Mister Sweeper L.P.
for annual city-wide street sweeping services in the amount of $82,000; and take appropriate
action.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Roman, seconded by Councilwoman Bennett -Burton, to
approve the Consent Agenda as modified to remove Item J.7 from the Consent Agenda to Regular
Agenda Item L.3. The motion carried with the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tem Roman, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, Councilwoman Bennett -Burton,
Councilmember Reid, Councilmember Neal
PUBLIC HEARING
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There were no Public Hearings held during this meeting.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
LA Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-026 authorizing the purchase and installation of a
playground system from P1ayWell Group, Inc. through the Buyboard Cooperative
purchasing program for use at the City's Dutch Village Park in the amount of $549,175; and
take appropriate action.
Parks and Recreation Park Planner Tara Bradley gave a presentation explaining the history of Dutch Village
Park, the proposed amenities, the project cost, and the proposed timeline for installing the new park
equipment.
A motion was made by Councilmember Reid, seconded by Councilwoman Bennett -Burton, to approve
Resolution No. 2025-026 as presented. The motion carried with the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tem Roman, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, Councilwoman Bennett -Burton,
Councilmember Reid
Nay: Councilmember Neal
L.2 Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-045 approving a calendar of events for recognition
by the City Council; and take appropriate action.
Director of Administrative Services and City Secretary Stacy Henderson gave a presentation explaining the
discussions had regarding adopting a City calendar for proclamations and recognitions.
Martha Palmer, 2618 Danny Lane, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Benny de la Vega, 3322 Pine Tree Circle, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Kirk Manley, 2626 South Sunbeck Circle, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Lockette Manley, 2926 South Sunbeck Circle, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Sherry Caillier, 3165 Golden Oak, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Maresa Pogar, 14246 Shoredale Lane, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Randy Jordan, 3000 Marigold Road, Fort Worth, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Terri Phillips, 2963 North Sunbeck Circle, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Elicia Beneau, 13620 Stardust Lane, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Brenda Brodrick, 13531 Rawhide Parkway, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Jennifer Evans, 3047 Randy Lane, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Terry Anderson, 2644 Mount View Drive, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
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Gaby Kosley, 2812 Maydelle Lane, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Sarah Berel-Harrop, 3047 Eric Lane, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Tressa Edelman, 3020 Rocket Drive, Carrollton, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Rick Johnson, 2930 Harlee Drive, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Walt Nickle, 12927 Burninglog Lane, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Andrea Pavia Jimenez, 1415 Wittington Place, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Susan Davis, 13526 Tom Field Road, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Mike McGinnis, 13220 Glad Acres, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
Max Brodrick, 13531 Rawhide Way, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Al Solis, 13243 Glenside Drive, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
Tricia Myers, 3461 Morningstar Lane, spoke in opposition of recognizing Pride Month.
James Davis, 2548 Hearthstone Drive, spoke in favor of recognizing Pride Month.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Bennett -Burton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Roman, to table
Resolution No. 2025-045. The motion failed with the following vote:
Aye: Mayor Pro Tem Roman, Councilwoman Bennett -Burton
Nay: Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, Councilmember Reid, Councilmember Neal
A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, seconded by Councilmember Neal, to reject
Resolution No. 2025-045 as presented. The motion carried with the following vote:
Aye: Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, Councilmember Reid, Councilmember Neal
Nay: Mayor Pro Tem Roman, Councilwoman Bennett -Burton
J.7/L.3 Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-025 authorizing the purchase of a We -Go -Round
Playground Unit in the amount of $93,042 from Landscape Structures through the BuyBoard
Cooperative Purchasing Program for use by the Parks and Recreation Department; and take
appropriate action.
Parks and Recreation Parks Planner Tara Bradley gave a presentation explaining the purchase of We -Go -
Round playground equipment, the estimated project cost, and the background of the unit.
A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, seconded by Councilmember Neal, to
approve Resolution No. 2025-025 as presented. The motion carried with the following vote:
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Aye: Mayor Pro Tem Roman, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Jackson, Councilwoman Bennett -Burton,
Councilmember Reid, Councilmember Neal
TAKE ANY ACTION AS A RESULT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
There was no action taken as a result of Executive Session.
Mayor Lynne recessed the Regular Agenda at 8:25 p.m.
STUDY SESSION
Mayor Lynne reconvened the Study Session at 8:37 p.m.
C.8 Discuss the formation and duties of the Farmers Branch Local Government Corporation.
City Attorney Whitt Wyatt gave a presentation explaining state laws regarding Local Government
Corporations (LGCs), examples of multi -city LGCs, how LGCs are created, authority and limitations of an
LGC, the City's authority over the LGC, and the use of the Farmers Branch LGC.
C.9 Receive an update from the Mayor and Council Members regarding board liaison
information from outside organizations and other meetings attended.
The Council gave updates regarding outside organizations and other meetings attended.
C.10 Review and discuss future agenda items.
Mayor Pro Tem Roman requested an update on the Mercer Crossing median transition.
Councilwoman Bennett -Burton requested to view the City's proclamation policies.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Lynne adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:07 p.m.
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Mayor Ter , Lynne
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