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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/10/2024 6:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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24-908 1C.1ReportDiscuss regular agenda items.   Not available Video Video
24-940 1C.2ReportReceive an update from MetroTex Association of Realtors regarding real estate and Short-Term Rentals in Farmers Branch.   Not available Video Video
24-896 1C.3ReportReceive a Year-in-Review update from the Zoning Board of Adjustment.   Not available Video Video
24-920 1C.4ReportReceive a Year-in-Review update from the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee.   Not available Video Video
24-928 1C.5ReportReceive a Year-in-Review update from the Planning and Zoning Commission.   Not available Video Video
24-929 1C.6ReportReceive a Year-in-Review update from the Parks and Recreation Board.   Not available Video Video
24-623 1C.7ReportCity Attorney to discuss the City Council matters related to processes, procedures, and rules of decorum.   Not available Video Video
24-673 1C.8ReportReceive a report and provide direction to City staff regarding franchise trash services.   Not available Video Video
24-629 1C.9ReportDiscuss an amendment to the Code of Ordinances related to the Parking Regulations ordinance.   Not available Video Video
24-918 1C.10ReportReceive an update on Mercer Park Development.   Not available Video Video
24-903 1C.11ReportDiscuss the City’s Purchasing structure and tools used for the bidding and decision-making process.   Not available Video Video
24-898 1C.12ReportReceive an update regarding the City’s Grant program and initiatives.   Not available Video Video
24-826 1C.13ReportProvide feedback and direction to the staff regarding the State of the City 2025 plan of action.   Not available Video Video
24-930 1C.14ReportCity Attorney to discuss the City Council stipend and disbursement.   Not available Video Video
24-926 1C.15ReportDiscuss and review the proposed updated City Council Travel Policy.   Not available Video Video
24-909 1C.16ReportReceive an update from the Mayor and Council Members regarding board liaison information from outside organizations and other meetings attended.   Not available Video Video
24-910 1C.17ReportReview and discuss future agenda items.   Not available Video Video
24-910 1C.17ReportReview and discuss future agenda items.   Not available Video Video
24-910 1C.17ReportReview and discuss future agenda items.   Not available Video Video
24-906 1D.1ReportThe City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.074, Personnel, of the Texas Government Code to deliberate the appointment of the City’s Municipal Court Judge.   Not available Video Video
R2024-239 1D.2ResolutionThe City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) to discuss, deliberate, and receive legal advice from the City Attorney regarding Eva Morena. et al. v. Michael Dunn and the City of Farmers Branch.   Not available Not available
24-919 1D.3ReportThe City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087 to discuss economic incentives for Project Six B.   Not available Not available
24-808 1D.4ReportThe City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072 (Real Property Deliberations) to discuss the real property located at 12918 Harrisburg Circle.   Not available Not available
24-809 1D.5ReportThe City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072 (Real Property Deliberations) to discuss the real property located at 2837 Ermine Way.   Not available Not available
24-949 1D.6ReportThe City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072 (Real Property Deliberations) to discuss the sale of real property located at 1349-1399 Valley View Lane.   Not available Not available
24-913 1E.1ReportReception honoring incoming District 2 City Councilwoman Tina Bennett-Burton.   Not available Not available
24-817 1H.1ReportConduct Oath of Office and receive remarks from newly elected District 2 City Councilwoman Tina Bennett-Burton.   Not available Video Video
24-951 1H.2ReportReceive a donation from former Mayor John Dodd on behalf of the Historical Park in the amount of $1,000.   Not available Video Video
24-902 1H.3CeremonialRecognition of the Employee of the Month for November.   Not available Video Video
24-803 1H.4CeremonialPresentation of the 2024 Achievement of Excellence in Fire Prevention - Gold Award to the Fire Department.   Not available Video Video
24-803 1H.4CeremonialPresentation of the 2024 Achievement of Excellence in Fire Prevention - Gold Award to the Fire Department.   Not available Video Video
24-900 1H.5CeremonialPresentation of the 2024 Richard R. Lillie, FAICP Planning Excellence Program Certificate of Achievement to the Planning Department.   Not available Video Video
24-911 1K.1ReportConsider approving the following City Council meeting minutes; and take appropriate action. · October 30, 2024, Special City Council Meeting · November 12, 2024, City Council Meeting · November 15, 2024, Special City Council Meeting · November 19, 2024, Special City Council Meeting   Not available Not available
24-938 1K.2ReportConsider excusing the absences of Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Richard Jackson and Councilmember David Reid from the November 15, 2024, Special Called City Council meeting; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-238 1K.3ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-238 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for a seven (7) year property tax incentive for the property located at 13435 Briarbrook Drive; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-234 1K.4ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-234 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the property located at 3366 Pebble Beach Drive for a seven (7) year property tax rebate; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-235 1K.5ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-235 authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to 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 14410 Southern Pines Drive; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-232 1K.6ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-232 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Economic Development Agreement in the amount of $112,500 with Southwest Airlines; and take appropriate action.   Not available Video Video
R2024-232 1K.6ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-232 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Economic Development Agreement in the amount of $112,500 with Southwest Airlines; and take appropriate action.   Not available Video Video
R2024-226 1K.7ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-226 for a Detailed Site Plan for multifamily development on approximately five acres located at 2000 LBJ Freeway; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-228 1K.8ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-228 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Agreement for Jail Holding Facility software and maintenance with CentralSquare Technologies, LLC, a Sole Source provider, in the amount of $59,937 for use by the Police Department; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-227 1K.9ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-227 awarding a contract to Flock Group Inc. for the purchase of Flock Safety Software, License Plate Readers, Video Management System, and Video Trailer using MVCPA grant funds in the amount of $74,400; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-237 1K.10ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-237 authorizing the purchase of ballroom chairs for the Branch Connection in the amount of $29,945.74; and take appropriate action.   Not available Not available
R2024-242 1K.11ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-242 authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchasing order and such other agreements as may be necessary to effectuate the purchase of Mobile Radio Equipment for use by the Police and Fire Departments, including five (5) years of maintenance for the equipment, pursuant to the City’s joint operations with the North Texas Emergency Communication Center (NTECC) for the amount of $1,897,091.46; and take appropriate actions.   Not available Not available
R2024-233 1L.1ResolutionConduct a public hearing and consider approving Resolution No. 2024-233 for a detailed site plan with special exceptions related to signage for the property located at 1501 and 1505 LBJ Freeway within Planned Development District No. 78 (PD-78); and take appropriate action.   Not available Video Video
R2024-236 1M.1ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-236 authorizing the City Manager to accept the transfer of the maintenance of three medians in the Oakbrook Subdivision to the City from the Oakbrook Community Services Association, Inc. for a specified one-time payment of $23,360; and take appropriate action.   Not available Video Video
R2024-231 1M.2ResolutionConsider approving Resolution No. 2024-231, casting a vote for member representation to the Board of Directors of the Dallas Central Appraisal District; and take appropriate action.   Not available Video Video
24-899 1M.3ReportConsider appointments to the Farmers Branch Local Government Corporation and the Travel Expense Review Committee; and take appropriate action.   Not available Video Video