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CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CLOSED MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS. CONSIDERATION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING(S) WILL BEGIN AT/AFTER 6:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Public comments can be given for any item considered by the Council, EXCEPT work session reports or closed meetings. Individuals are only able to comment one time per agenda item and cannot use more than one method to comment on a single agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per citizen.
To provide in-person comments on consent agenda items, individuals must be present at the Work Session portion of the meeting. To provide in-person comments on individual consideration items, individuals must be present at the Regular or Special Session portion of the meeting. In both instances, individuals must also submit a speaker card (available at the meeting location) to the City Secretary prior to the item being called.
The agenda is posted online at www.cityofdenton.com/publicmeetings. Once the agenda is posted, a link to make virtual comments using the eComment module will be made available next to the meeting listing on the Upcoming Events Calendar. Using eComment, Individuals may indicate support or opposition and submit a brief comment about a specific agenda item. eComments may be submitted up until the start of the meeting at which time the ability to make an eComment will be closed. eComments will be sent directly to members of the City Council immediately upon submission and recorded by the City Secretary into the Minutes of the Meeting.
After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene in a Work Session on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be considered:
WORK SESSION
2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on this agenda for public hearing and individual consideration.
A. Receive a report and hold a discussion regarding Key Focus Areas for the City of Denton, including Pursuing Organizational Excellence and Collaborative, Respectful Leadership; Enhancing Infrastructure and Mobility; Fostering Economic Opportunity and Affordability; Strengthening Community and Quality of Life; Supporting Healthy and Safe Communities; and Promoting Sustainability and the Environment. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
B. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding recent naming applications for the Civic Center (321 E. McKinney St.), Day Labor Site (301 Fort Worth Dr.), and Juneteenth Softball Tournament. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 45 minutes]
C. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding Audit Project 044-Park Management & Planning. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
D. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on the update to the Mosquito Surveillance and Response Plan. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on this agenda for public hearing and individual consideration.
A. Receive a report and hold a discussion regarding Key Focus Areas for the City of Denton, including Pursuing Organizational Excellence and Collaborative, Respectful Leadership; Enhancing Infrastructure and Mobility; Fostering Economic Opportunity and Affordability; Strengthening Community and Quality of Life; Supporting Healthy and Safe Communities; and Promoting Sustainability and the Environment. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
B. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding recent naming applications for the Civic Center (321 E. McKinney St.), Day Labor Site (301 Fort Worth Dr.), and Juneteenth Softball Tournament. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 45 minutes]
C. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding Audit Project 044-Park Management & Planning. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
D. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on the update to the Mosquito Surveillance and Response Plan. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
Following the completion of the Work Session, the City Council will convene in a Closed Meeting in the Council Work Session Room to consider specific item(s) when these items are listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda. The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting on any item on its Open Meeting agenda consistent with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, as amended, or as otherwise allowed by law.
A. Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071 Receive information from staff regarding Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District; discuss, deliberate, and provide direction to staff regarding same. Consultation with City’s attorney regarding issues associated with the above matter where public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rule of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas or would jeopardize the City’s legal position in any administrative or potential litigation. This agenda item is related to Consent Agenda item ID 26-2428 and is a placeholder for if Council members have questions requiring confidential consultation with the City’s attorney as allowed by law.
B. Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters - Under Texas Government Code 551.074; and Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code 551.071. Deliberate and discuss the appointment, employment, duties, and retirement of the City Manager, including the appointment, duties, and compensation of an interim City Manager; consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding associated legal issues where public discussion associated with these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas.
A. Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071 Receive information from staff regarding Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District; discuss, deliberate, and provide direction to staff regarding same. Consultation with City’s attorney regarding issues associated with the above matter where public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rule of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas or would jeopardize the City’s legal position in any administrative or potential litigation. This agenda item is related to Consent Agenda item ID 26-2428 and is a placeholder for if Council members have questions requiring confidential consultation with the City’s attorney as allowed by law.
B. Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters - Under Texas Government Code 551.074; and Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code 551.071. Deliberate and discuss the appointment, employment, duties, and retirement of the City Manager, including the appointment, duties, and compensation of an interim City Manager; consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding associated legal issues where public discussion associated with these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas.
Any final action, decision, or vote on a matter deliberated in a Closed Meeting will only be taken in an Open Meeting that is held in compliance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, except to the extent such final decision, or vote is taken in the Closed Meeting in accordance with the provisions of Section 551.086 of the Texas Government Code (the ‘Public Power Exception’). The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting or Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq. (The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item on its open meeting agenda or to reconvene in a continuation of the Closed Meeting on the Closed Meeting items noted above, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, including, without limitation Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
NOTE: Any item for which a formal action at the Regular Meeting has been taken by Council may be subject to a request for a motion for reconsideration at any time during the meeting, at the Concluding Items Section, or after the meeting. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act, a request for a motion for reconsideration made during, at the end of, or after a Council meeting will be placed on the agenda and considered at the next official meeting of the City Council.
Following the Closed Meeting, the City Council will reconvene in Open Meeting to take action, if any, on matters discussed in closed session.
AFTER DETERMINING THAT A QUORUM IS PRESENT, THE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL WILL CONVENE IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL, 215 E. MCKINNEY STREET, DENTON, TEXAS FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CLOSED MEETING. CONSIDERATION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING(S) WILL CONVENE AT 6:30 P.M.
A. Consider approval of the minutes of the October 21, 2025 Joint Special Called Meeting with Denton ISD Board of Directors.
B. Consider approval of the minutes of the December 2, 2025 Regular Meeting and the December 16, 2025 Regular Meeting.
C. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton accepting the 2025 update of the Denton Enterprise Airport Master Plan; and declaring an effective date. Airport Advisory Board recommends approval (5-0).
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances to update Sections 26-5, 26-8(d) and 26-9(d) amending deposit refund and payment agreement provisions; and providing a severability clause; providing a savings clause; providing for codification; and an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas; repealing sec. 26-128 “Adjustments in Bills for Losses from Water Leaks” of the code of the City of Denton, Texas; codifying a new Sec. 26-128 to add and clarify water and sewer billing leak adjustment program requirements and administrative procedures; providing for a repealer; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
F. Consider approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas, supporting the listing of the Little Chapel in the Woods, located at 415 Chapel Drive in Denton, Texas, on the National Register of Historic Places; and providing an effective date. (ID 25-2309, Cameron Robertson)
G. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the submission of public comment and request for a contested case hearing regarding the petition by AGF Denton Ranch, Ltd. for the creation of Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District of Denton County (TCEQ Internal Control No. D-11042025-009); authorizing the City Manager or their designee to submit public comments and hearing requests to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (“TCEQ”); and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the submission of an application to the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) FY 2025 EDA Disaster Supplemental Grant Program in the amount of $1,600,000 to update the Comprehensive Plan, Parks Master Plan, and TRANSIT 2.0 plan and improve disaster recovery and resiliency for the community; and providing an effective date.
I. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the payment and use of Program Year 2026 Hotel Tax Revenue in support of programming and events in the City between the City of Denton and Texas Filmmakers Corporation ($75,000), providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. Community Partnership Committee recommends approval (3-0).
J. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a contract between the City of Denton and Core & Main LP, dba Green Equipment Company, amending the contract approved by City Council on January 24, 2023, in the not-to-exceed amount of $787,500.00; said first amendment to add Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25 for Radiodetection, Pearpoint & Hathorn Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721 for Envirosight Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, awarded to Envirosight LLC, with Core & Main LP dba Green Equipment Company operating as an authorized dealer, for the Wastewater Collection Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8148 - providing for an amendment to the ordinance to add the Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
K. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., for engineering services of the Robson West Lift Station for the Water Utilities Department as set forth in the contract; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFQ 8213-008 - Professional Services Agreement for engineering services awarded to Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,545,098.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
L. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Quality Excavation, LLC, for the construction of the Riney Road East Project for the Capital Projects Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8775 - awarded to Quality Excavation, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,947,434.29). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
M. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8879 for DEC Engine Maintenance Spare Parts and Services for the Denton Energy Center; and providing an effective date (RFP 8879). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
N. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for the purchase of electric utility protective control relays for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 8891 - awarded to Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,267,476.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
O. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Rehrig Pacific Company, for the purchase of residential trash and recycling carts for the Solid Waste and Recycling Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8894 - awarded to Rehrig Pacific Company, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,115,450.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
P. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with New Waste Concepts Inc, for the purchase, lease, and repairs of spray on cover equipment and supplies for the Fleet Services Department, which is the sole provider of this equipment and associated supplies, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8956 - awarded to New Waste Concepts Inc, for three (3) years, with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $724,500.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Q. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Denton and McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P., amending the contract approved by City Council on March 1, 2022, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,250,000.00; said first amendment to continue to provide bond counsel services for the Finance Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (PSA 7942 - providing for an additional first amendment expenditure amount not-to-exceed $200,000.00, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed $1,450,000.00).
R. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8927 for Janitorial Services for the Facilities Management Department; and providing an effective date (RFP 8927).
S. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., for the design and implementation of a public art mural to be located at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center, located at 1300 Wilson Street, Denton, Texas, 76205 for the Parks and Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CFA 8938 - awarded to JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00).
T. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending chapter 18 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article III Speed of Vehicles, Section 18-73 Speed Limits On Certain Roads and Highways, School Zones, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, to change the speed limits of certain parts of Teasley Lane in the vicinity of Sam Houston Elementary School; providing a savings clause; providing a severability clause; providing a penalty clause; providing for publication; providing codification; and providing an effective date.
A. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas regarding proposed revisions to the Accessory Dwelling Unit and Townhome standards of the Denton Development Code; amendments include but are not limited to Table 5.2-A, Table of Allowed Uses, regarding zoning districts which permit Accessory Dwelling Units, Subsection 5.4.3, General Standards for Accessory Uses and Structures, regarding the location of accessory dwelling units on residential lots and general applicability of architectural compatibility; Subsection 5.4.4, Additional Standards for Specific Accessory Uses, regarding general standards, maximum size, location, and design of accessory dwelling units; Table 7.9-I: Minimum Required Off-Street Parking, removing requirements for additional parking for accessory dwelling units; Subsection 1.5.2, Regulations Applicable to All Nonconformities, regarding applicability for residential uses; Subsections 3.2.5B, R4 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.6B, R6 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.7B, R7 District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.1B, MN District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.2B, MD District Dimensional Standards, and 3.3.3B, MR District Dimensional Standards, related to minimum lot dimension notes for townhome developments; Subsection 3.7.2A.2, Minimum Lot Dimensions, related to lot dimension applicability and maximum number of units; Subsection 3.7.6D, Building Coverage, related to maximum building coverage for townhome developments; and Subsection 7.10.3, Single-Family Detached, Duplex, Townhome, Triplex, and Fourplex Dwelling Site and Building Design, regarding the open space requirements for duplex, townhome, triplex, and fourplex dwellings; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the request with a change to the Table of Allowed Uses. Motion for approval by Commissioner Pruett and second by Commissioner Garland. (DCA25-0001a, Missing Middle Housing, Angie Manglaris and Julie Wyatt)
B. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from the Agriculture Future Land Use Designation to the Regional Mixed Use Future Land Use Designation on approximately 16.524 acres generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Future Land Use Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (CA25-0003a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines)
C. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to modify the Thoroughfare Map of the 2022 Mobility Plan, including but not limited to removing the future extension of C Wolfe Road between US 380 and Jackson Road. The general location of the target road is located west of Future Loop 288 western extension, and north of US 380 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s official Mobility Plan; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and seconded by Commissioner Ketchersid. (MPA25-0004b, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Sahar Esfandyari).
E. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District to Residential 1 (R1) District on approximately 224.9 acres of land generally located at the southwest corner of the FM 2153 bend, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Ketchersid and second by Commissioner Dyer. (Z25-0015a, Estates at Craver Ranch, Mia Hines)
D. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District and Residential 2 (R2) District to Mixed-Use Regional (MR) District on approximately 16.524 acres of land generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Zoning Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (5-1) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner McDuff. (Z25-0014a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines).
F. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for a Modular Data Center use on approximately 4.064 acres of land, approximately located 3,800 feet south of Jim Christal Road and 1,200 feet east of South Western Boulevard and legally described as Lot 9, Block A Westpark Addition Phase 2 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (S25-0007a, Denton20, Angie Manglaris)
G. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, providing a Special Sign District zoning overlay on an approximately 120-acre property generally located on the northwest corner of Robson Ranch Road and Interstate 35W Frontage Road, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Garland and seconded by Commissioner Riggs. (SD25-0001a, Landmark Special Sign District, Cameron Robertson)
A. Conduct the second of two readings and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, annexing approximately 4.47 acres of land, generally located on the south side of Hartlee Field Road, approximately 580 feet east of East Sherman Drive into the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a correction to the City map to include the annexed land; and providing for a savings clause and an effective date. (A25-0002c, Denton Striker, Ashley Ekstedt)
B. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a Third Amendment to Hunter Ranch Project Agreement clarifying the binding obligations as it relates to the developer and future developers and other related matters; and providing an effective date.
C. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a second amendment to Hunter Ranch Operating Agreement relative to funding of improvement projects and adding definitions; and providing an effective date.
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a cost sharing agreement between the City, HR 3200, LP, Hunter Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County, Cole Ranch Development, LP, and Cole Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County for the construction of the Roark Branch wastewater trunk main; authorizing an escrow agreement and expenditure of funds for the City’s allocated share of improvement costs; and providing an effective date.
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Integrated Power Co., for transmission line construction and maintenance for Capital Improvement Plan projects for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8776 - awarded to Integrated Power Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $67,990,000.00).
F. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for the purchase of high voltage circuit breakers for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8836 - awarded to Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $22,257,824.00).
G. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton nominating a member to the Board of Directors of the Denton Central Appraisal District; and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton ordering an election for Place 5, Place 6, and Mayor to Place 7 and a special election for filling a vacancy in District 1 and District 2 for the unexpired term ending in May 2027, to be held on May 2, 2026 and if required, a runoff election to be held on June 13, 2026; prescribing the time, manner, and conduct of the election in accordance with a joint election agreement and contract for election services with the Elections Administrator of Denton County; and providing an effective date.
A. Consider approval of the minutes of the October 21, 2025 Joint Special Called Meeting with Denton ISD Board of Directors.
B. Consider approval of the minutes of the December 2, 2025 Regular Meeting and the December 16, 2025 Regular Meeting.
C. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton accepting the 2025 update of the Denton Enterprise Airport Master Plan; and declaring an effective date. Airport Advisory Board recommends approval (5-0).
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances to update Sections 26-5, 26-8(d) and 26-9(d) amending deposit refund and payment agreement provisions; and providing a severability clause; providing a savings clause; providing for codification; and an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas; repealing sec. 26-128 “Adjustments in Bills for Losses from Water Leaks” of the code of the City of Denton, Texas; codifying a new Sec. 26-128 to add and clarify water and sewer billing leak adjustment program requirements and administrative procedures; providing for a repealer; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
F. Consider approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas, supporting the listing of the Little Chapel in the Woods, located at 415 Chapel Drive in Denton, Texas, on the National Register of Historic Places; and providing an effective date. (ID 25-2309, Cameron Robertson)
G. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the submission of public comment and request for a contested case hearing regarding the petition by AGF Denton Ranch, Ltd. for the creation of Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District of Denton County (TCEQ Internal Control No. D-11042025-009); authorizing the City Manager or their designee to submit public comments and hearing requests to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (“TCEQ”); and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the submission of an application to the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) FY 2025 EDA Disaster Supplemental Grant Program in the amount of $1,600,000 to update the Comprehensive Plan, Parks Master Plan, and TRANSIT 2.0 plan and improve disaster recovery and resiliency for the community; and providing an effective date.
I. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the payment and use of Program Year 2026 Hotel Tax Revenue in support of programming and events in the City between the City of Denton and Texas Filmmakers Corporation ($75,000), providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. Community Partnership Committee recommends approval (3-0).
J. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a contract between the City of Denton and Core & Main LP, dba Green Equipment Company, amending the contract approved by City Council on January 24, 2023, in the not-to-exceed amount of $787,500.00; said first amendment to add Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25 for Radiodetection, Pearpoint & Hathorn Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721 for Envirosight Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, awarded to Envirosight LLC, with Core & Main LP dba Green Equipment Company operating as an authorized dealer, for the Wastewater Collection Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8148 - providing for an amendment to the ordinance to add the Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
K. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., for engineering services of the Robson West Lift Station for the Water Utilities Department as set forth in the contract; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFQ 8213-008 - Professional Services Agreement for engineering services awarded to Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,545,098.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
L. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Quality Excavation, LLC, for the construction of the Riney Road East Project for the Capital Projects Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8775 - awarded to Quality Excavation, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,947,434.29). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
M. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8879 for DEC Engine Maintenance Spare Parts and Services for the Denton Energy Center; and providing an effective date (RFP 8879). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
N. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for the purchase of electric utility protective control relays for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 8891 - awarded to Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,267,476.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
O. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Rehrig Pacific Company, for the purchase of residential trash and recycling carts for the Solid Waste and Recycling Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8894 - awarded to Rehrig Pacific Company, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,115,450.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
P. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with New Waste Concepts Inc, for the purchase, lease, and repairs of spray on cover equipment and supplies for the Fleet Services Department, which is the sole provider of this equipment and associated supplies, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8956 - awarded to New Waste Concepts Inc, for three (3) years, with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $724,500.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Q. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Denton and McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P., amending the contract approved by City Council on March 1, 2022, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,250,000.00; said first amendment to continue to provide bond counsel services for the Finance Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (PSA 7942 - providing for an additional first amendment expenditure amount not-to-exceed $200,000.00, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed $1,450,000.00).
R. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8927 for Janitorial Services for the Facilities Management Department; and providing an effective date (RFP 8927).
S. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., for the design and implementation of a public art mural to be located at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center, located at 1300 Wilson Street, Denton, Texas, 76205 for the Parks and Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CFA 8938 - awarded to JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00).
T. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending chapter 18 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article III Speed of Vehicles, Section 18-73 Speed Limits On Certain Roads and Highways, School Zones, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, to change the speed limits of certain parts of Teasley Lane in the vicinity of Sam Houston Elementary School; providing a savings clause; providing a severability clause; providing a penalty clause; providing for publication; providing codification; and providing an effective date.
A. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas regarding proposed revisions to the Accessory Dwelling Unit and Townhome standards of the Denton Development Code; amendments include but are not limited to Table 5.2-A, Table of Allowed Uses, regarding zoning districts which permit Accessory Dwelling Units, Subsection 5.4.3, General Standards for Accessory Uses and Structures, regarding the location of accessory dwelling units on residential lots and general applicability of architectural compatibility; Subsection 5.4.4, Additional Standards for Specific Accessory Uses, regarding general standards, maximum size, location, and design of accessory dwelling units; Table 7.9-I: Minimum Required Off-Street Parking, removing requirements for additional parking for accessory dwelling units; Subsection 1.5.2, Regulations Applicable to All Nonconformities, regarding applicability for residential uses; Subsections 3.2.5B, R4 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.6B, R6 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.7B, R7 District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.1B, MN District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.2B, MD District Dimensional Standards, and 3.3.3B, MR District Dimensional Standards, related to minimum lot dimension notes for townhome developments; Subsection 3.7.2A.2, Minimum Lot Dimensions, related to lot dimension applicability and maximum number of units; Subsection 3.7.6D, Building Coverage, related to maximum building coverage for townhome developments; and Subsection 7.10.3, Single-Family Detached, Duplex, Townhome, Triplex, and Fourplex Dwelling Site and Building Design, regarding the open space requirements for duplex, townhome, triplex, and fourplex dwellings; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the request with a change to the Table of Allowed Uses. Motion for approval by Commissioner Pruett and second by Commissioner Garland. (DCA25-0001a, Missing Middle Housing, Angie Manglaris and Julie Wyatt)
B. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from the Agriculture Future Land Use Designation to the Regional Mixed Use Future Land Use Designation on approximately 16.524 acres generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Future Land Use Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (CA25-0003a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines)
C. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to modify the Thoroughfare Map of the 2022 Mobility Plan, including but not limited to removing the future extension of C Wolfe Road between US 380 and Jackson Road. The general location of the target road is located west of Future Loop 288 western extension, and north of US 380 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s official Mobility Plan; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and seconded by Commissioner Ketchersid. (MPA25-0004b, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Sahar Esfandyari).
E. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District to Residential 1 (R1) District on approximately 224.9 acres of land generally located at the southwest corner of the FM 2153 bend, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Ketchersid and second by Commissioner Dyer. (Z25-0015a, Estates at Craver Ranch, Mia Hines)
D. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District and Residential 2 (R2) District to Mixed-Use Regional (MR) District on approximately 16.524 acres of land generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Zoning Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (5-1) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner McDuff. (Z25-0014a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines).
F. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for a Modular Data Center use on approximately 4.064 acres of land, approximately located 3,800 feet south of Jim Christal Road and 1,200 feet east of South Western Boulevard and legally described as Lot 9, Block A Westpark Addition Phase 2 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (S25-0007a, Denton20, Angie Manglaris)
G. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, providing a Special Sign District zoning overlay on an approximately 120-acre property generally located on the northwest corner of Robson Ranch Road and Interstate 35W Frontage Road, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Garland and seconded by Commissioner Riggs. (SD25-0001a, Landmark Special Sign District, Cameron Robertson)
A. Conduct the second of two readings and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, annexing approximately 4.47 acres of land, generally located on the south side of Hartlee Field Road, approximately 580 feet east of East Sherman Drive into the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a correction to the City map to include the annexed land; and providing for a savings clause and an effective date. (A25-0002c, Denton Striker, Ashley Ekstedt)
B. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a Third Amendment to Hunter Ranch Project Agreement clarifying the binding obligations as it relates to the developer and future developers and other related matters; and providing an effective date.
C. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a second amendment to Hunter Ranch Operating Agreement relative to funding of improvement projects and adding definitions; and providing an effective date.
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a cost sharing agreement between the City, HR 3200, LP, Hunter Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County, Cole Ranch Development, LP, and Cole Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County for the construction of the Roark Branch wastewater trunk main; authorizing an escrow agreement and expenditure of funds for the City’s allocated share of improvement costs; and providing an effective date.
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Integrated Power Co., for transmission line construction and maintenance for Capital Improvement Plan projects for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8776 - awarded to Integrated Power Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $67,990,000.00).
F. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for the purchase of high voltage circuit breakers for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8836 - awarded to Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $22,257,824.00).
G. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton nominating a member to the Board of Directors of the Denton Central Appraisal District; and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton ordering an election for Place 5, Place 6, and Mayor to Place 7 and a special election for filling a vacancy in District 1 and District 2 for the unexpired term ending in May 2027, to be held on May 2, 2026 and if required, a runoff election to be held on June 13, 2026; prescribing the time, manner, and conduct of the election in accordance with a joint election agreement and contract for election services with the Elections Administrator of Denton County; and providing an effective date.
A. Under Section 551.042 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, respond to inquiries from the City Council or the public with specific factual information or recitation of policy, or accept a proposal to place the matter on the agenda for an upcoming meeting AND Under Section 551.0415 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, provide reports about items of community interest regarding which no action will be taken, to include: expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official, public employee, or other citizen; a reminder about an upcoming event organized or sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the municipality; or an announcement involving an imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that has arisen after the posting of the agenda. B. Possible Continuation of Closed Meeting topics, above posted.
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Jan 13, 2026 City Council on 2026-01-13 2:00 PM (SPECIAL CALLED)
CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CLOSED MEETING IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS. CONSIDERATION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING(S) WILL BEGIN AT/AFTER 6:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Public comments can be given for any item considered by the Council, EXCEPT work session reports or closed meetings. Individuals are only able to comment one time per agenda item and cannot use more than one method to comment on a single agenda item. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per citizen.
To provide in-person comments on consent agenda items, individuals must be present at the Work Session portion of the meeting. To provide in-person comments on individual consideration items, individuals must be present at the Regular or Special Session portion of the meeting. In both instances, individuals must also submit a speaker card (available at the meeting location) to the City Secretary prior to the item being called.
The agenda is posted online at www.cityofdenton.com/publicmeetings. Once the agenda is posted, a link to make virtual comments using the eComment module will be made available next to the meeting listing on the Upcoming Events Calendar. Using eComment, Individuals may indicate support or opposition and submit a brief comment about a specific agenda item. eComments may be submitted up until the start of the meeting at which time the ability to make an eComment will be closed. eComments will be sent directly to members of the City Council immediately upon submission and recorded by the City Secretary into the Minutes of the Meeting.
After determining that a quorum is present, the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas will convene in a Work Session on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Work Session Room at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas at which the following items will be considered:
WORK SESSION
2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on this agenda for public hearing and individual consideration.
A. Receive a report and hold a discussion regarding Key Focus Areas for the City of Denton, including Pursuing Organizational Excellence and Collaborative, Respectful Leadership; Enhancing Infrastructure and Mobility; Fostering Economic Opportunity and Affordability; Strengthening Community and Quality of Life; Supporting Healthy and Safe Communities; and Promoting Sustainability and the Environment. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
B. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding recent naming applications for the Civic Center (321 E. McKinney St.), Day Labor Site (301 Fort Worth Dr.), and Juneteenth Softball Tournament. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 45 minutes]
C. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding Audit Project 044-Park Management & Planning. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
D. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on the update to the Mosquito Surveillance and Response Plan. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
2. Requests for clarification of agenda items listed on this agenda for public hearing and individual consideration.
A. Receive a report and hold a discussion regarding Key Focus Areas for the City of Denton, including Pursuing Organizational Excellence and Collaborative, Respectful Leadership; Enhancing Infrastructure and Mobility; Fostering Economic Opportunity and Affordability; Strengthening Community and Quality of Life; Supporting Healthy and Safe Communities; and Promoting Sustainability and the Environment. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
B. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding recent naming applications for the Civic Center (321 E. McKinney St.), Day Labor Site (301 Fort Worth Dr.), and Juneteenth Softball Tournament. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 45 minutes]
C. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction regarding Audit Project 044-Park Management & Planning. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
D. Receive a report, hold a discussion, and give staff direction on the update to the Mosquito Surveillance and Response Plan. [Estimated Presentation/Discussion Time: 30 minutes]
Following the completion of the Work Session, the City Council will convene in a Closed Meeting in the Council Work Session Room to consider specific item(s) when these items are listed below under the Closed Meeting section of this agenda. The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting on any item on its Open Meeting agenda consistent with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, as amended, or as otherwise allowed by law.
A. Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071 Receive information from staff regarding Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District; discuss, deliberate, and provide direction to staff regarding same. Consultation with City’s attorney regarding issues associated with the above matter where public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rule of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas or would jeopardize the City’s legal position in any administrative or potential litigation. This agenda item is related to Consent Agenda item ID 26-2428 and is a placeholder for if Council members have questions requiring confidential consultation with the City’s attorney as allowed by law.
B. Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters - Under Texas Government Code 551.074; and Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code 551.071. Deliberate and discuss the appointment, employment, duties, and retirement of the City Manager, including the appointment, duties, and compensation of an interim City Manager; consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding associated legal issues where public discussion associated with these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas.
A. Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code Section 551.071 Receive information from staff regarding Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District; discuss, deliberate, and provide direction to staff regarding same. Consultation with City’s attorney regarding issues associated with the above matter where public discussion of these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under Texas Disciplinary Rule of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas or would jeopardize the City’s legal position in any administrative or potential litigation. This agenda item is related to Consent Agenda item ID 26-2428 and is a placeholder for if Council members have questions requiring confidential consultation with the City’s attorney as allowed by law.
B. Deliberations regarding Personnel Matters - Under Texas Government Code 551.074; and Consultation with Attorneys - Under Texas Government Code 551.071. Deliberate and discuss the appointment, employment, duties, and retirement of the City Manager, including the appointment, duties, and compensation of an interim City Manager; consultation with the City’s attorneys regarding associated legal issues where public discussion associated with these legal matters would conflict with the duty of the City’s attorneys to the City of Denton and the Denton City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas.
Any final action, decision, or vote on a matter deliberated in a Closed Meeting will only be taken in an Open Meeting that is held in compliance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, except to the extent such final decision, or vote is taken in the Closed Meeting in accordance with the provisions of Section 551.086 of the Texas Government Code (the ‘Public Power Exception’). The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into a Closed Meeting or Executive Session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001, et seq. (The Texas Open Meetings Act) on any item on its open meeting agenda or to reconvene in a continuation of the Closed Meeting on the Closed Meeting items noted above, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, including, without limitation Sections 551.071-551.086 of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
NOTE: Any item for which a formal action at the Regular Meeting has been taken by Council may be subject to a request for a motion for reconsideration at any time during the meeting, at the Concluding Items Section, or after the meeting. In order to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act, a request for a motion for reconsideration made during, at the end of, or after a Council meeting will be placed on the agenda and considered at the next official meeting of the City Council.
Following the Closed Meeting, the City Council will reconvene in Open Meeting to take action, if any, on matters discussed in closed session.
AFTER DETERMINING THAT A QUORUM IS PRESENT, THE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL WILL CONVENE IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL, 215 E. MCKINNEY STREET, DENTON, TEXAS FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CLOSED MEETING. CONSIDERATION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING(S) WILL CONVENE AT 6:30 P.M.
A. Consider approval of the minutes of the October 21, 2025 Joint Special Called Meeting with Denton ISD Board of Directors.
B. Consider approval of the minutes of the December 2, 2025 Regular Meeting and the December 16, 2025 Regular Meeting.
C. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton accepting the 2025 update of the Denton Enterprise Airport Master Plan; and declaring an effective date. Airport Advisory Board recommends approval (5-0).
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances to update Sections 26-5, 26-8(d) and 26-9(d) amending deposit refund and payment agreement provisions; and providing a severability clause; providing a savings clause; providing for codification; and an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas; repealing sec. 26-128 “Adjustments in Bills for Losses from Water Leaks” of the code of the City of Denton, Texas; codifying a new Sec. 26-128 to add and clarify water and sewer billing leak adjustment program requirements and administrative procedures; providing for a repealer; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
F. Consider approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas, supporting the listing of the Little Chapel in the Woods, located at 415 Chapel Drive in Denton, Texas, on the National Register of Historic Places; and providing an effective date. (ID 25-2309, Cameron Robertson)
G. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the submission of public comment and request for a contested case hearing regarding the petition by AGF Denton Ranch, Ltd. for the creation of Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District of Denton County (TCEQ Internal Control No. D-11042025-009); authorizing the City Manager or their designee to submit public comments and hearing requests to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (“TCEQ”); and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the submission of an application to the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) FY 2025 EDA Disaster Supplemental Grant Program in the amount of $1,600,000 to update the Comprehensive Plan, Parks Master Plan, and TRANSIT 2.0 plan and improve disaster recovery and resiliency for the community; and providing an effective date.
I. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the payment and use of Program Year 2026 Hotel Tax Revenue in support of programming and events in the City between the City of Denton and Texas Filmmakers Corporation ($75,000), providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. Community Partnership Committee recommends approval (3-0).
J. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a contract between the City of Denton and Core & Main LP, dba Green Equipment Company, amending the contract approved by City Council on January 24, 2023, in the not-to-exceed amount of $787,500.00; said first amendment to add Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25 for Radiodetection, Pearpoint & Hathorn Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721 for Envirosight Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, awarded to Envirosight LLC, with Core & Main LP dba Green Equipment Company operating as an authorized dealer, for the Wastewater Collection Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8148 - providing for an amendment to the ordinance to add the Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
K. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., for engineering services of the Robson West Lift Station for the Water Utilities Department as set forth in the contract; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFQ 8213-008 - Professional Services Agreement for engineering services awarded to Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,545,098.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
L. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Quality Excavation, LLC, for the construction of the Riney Road East Project for the Capital Projects Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8775 - awarded to Quality Excavation, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,947,434.29). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
M. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8879 for DEC Engine Maintenance Spare Parts and Services for the Denton Energy Center; and providing an effective date (RFP 8879). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
N. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for the purchase of electric utility protective control relays for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 8891 - awarded to Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,267,476.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
O. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Rehrig Pacific Company, for the purchase of residential trash and recycling carts for the Solid Waste and Recycling Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8894 - awarded to Rehrig Pacific Company, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,115,450.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
P. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with New Waste Concepts Inc, for the purchase, lease, and repairs of spray on cover equipment and supplies for the Fleet Services Department, which is the sole provider of this equipment and associated supplies, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8956 - awarded to New Waste Concepts Inc, for three (3) years, with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $724,500.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Q. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Denton and McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P., amending the contract approved by City Council on March 1, 2022, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,250,000.00; said first amendment to continue to provide bond counsel services for the Finance Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (PSA 7942 - providing for an additional first amendment expenditure amount not-to-exceed $200,000.00, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed $1,450,000.00).
R. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8927 for Janitorial Services for the Facilities Management Department; and providing an effective date (RFP 8927).
S. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., for the design and implementation of a public art mural to be located at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center, located at 1300 Wilson Street, Denton, Texas, 76205 for the Parks and Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CFA 8938 - awarded to JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00).
T. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending chapter 18 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article III Speed of Vehicles, Section 18-73 Speed Limits On Certain Roads and Highways, School Zones, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, to change the speed limits of certain parts of Teasley Lane in the vicinity of Sam Houston Elementary School; providing a savings clause; providing a severability clause; providing a penalty clause; providing for publication; providing codification; and providing an effective date.
A. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas regarding proposed revisions to the Accessory Dwelling Unit and Townhome standards of the Denton Development Code; amendments include but are not limited to Table 5.2-A, Table of Allowed Uses, regarding zoning districts which permit Accessory Dwelling Units, Subsection 5.4.3, General Standards for Accessory Uses and Structures, regarding the location of accessory dwelling units on residential lots and general applicability of architectural compatibility; Subsection 5.4.4, Additional Standards for Specific Accessory Uses, regarding general standards, maximum size, location, and design of accessory dwelling units; Table 7.9-I: Minimum Required Off-Street Parking, removing requirements for additional parking for accessory dwelling units; Subsection 1.5.2, Regulations Applicable to All Nonconformities, regarding applicability for residential uses; Subsections 3.2.5B, R4 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.6B, R6 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.7B, R7 District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.1B, MN District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.2B, MD District Dimensional Standards, and 3.3.3B, MR District Dimensional Standards, related to minimum lot dimension notes for townhome developments; Subsection 3.7.2A.2, Minimum Lot Dimensions, related to lot dimension applicability and maximum number of units; Subsection 3.7.6D, Building Coverage, related to maximum building coverage for townhome developments; and Subsection 7.10.3, Single-Family Detached, Duplex, Townhome, Triplex, and Fourplex Dwelling Site and Building Design, regarding the open space requirements for duplex, townhome, triplex, and fourplex dwellings; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the request with a change to the Table of Allowed Uses. Motion for approval by Commissioner Pruett and second by Commissioner Garland. (DCA25-0001a, Missing Middle Housing, Angie Manglaris and Julie Wyatt)
B. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from the Agriculture Future Land Use Designation to the Regional Mixed Use Future Land Use Designation on approximately 16.524 acres generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Future Land Use Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (CA25-0003a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines)
C. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to modify the Thoroughfare Map of the 2022 Mobility Plan, including but not limited to removing the future extension of C Wolfe Road between US 380 and Jackson Road. The general location of the target road is located west of Future Loop 288 western extension, and north of US 380 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s official Mobility Plan; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and seconded by Commissioner Ketchersid. (MPA25-0004b, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Sahar Esfandyari).
E. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District to Residential 1 (R1) District on approximately 224.9 acres of land generally located at the southwest corner of the FM 2153 bend, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Ketchersid and second by Commissioner Dyer. (Z25-0015a, Estates at Craver Ranch, Mia Hines)
D. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District and Residential 2 (R2) District to Mixed-Use Regional (MR) District on approximately 16.524 acres of land generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Zoning Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (5-1) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner McDuff. (Z25-0014a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines).
F. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for a Modular Data Center use on approximately 4.064 acres of land, approximately located 3,800 feet south of Jim Christal Road and 1,200 feet east of South Western Boulevard and legally described as Lot 9, Block A Westpark Addition Phase 2 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (S25-0007a, Denton20, Angie Manglaris)
G. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, providing a Special Sign District zoning overlay on an approximately 120-acre property generally located on the northwest corner of Robson Ranch Road and Interstate 35W Frontage Road, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Garland and seconded by Commissioner Riggs. (SD25-0001a, Landmark Special Sign District, Cameron Robertson)
A. Conduct the second of two readings and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, annexing approximately 4.47 acres of land, generally located on the south side of Hartlee Field Road, approximately 580 feet east of East Sherman Drive into the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a correction to the City map to include the annexed land; and providing for a savings clause and an effective date. (A25-0002c, Denton Striker, Ashley Ekstedt)
B. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a Third Amendment to Hunter Ranch Project Agreement clarifying the binding obligations as it relates to the developer and future developers and other related matters; and providing an effective date.
C. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a second amendment to Hunter Ranch Operating Agreement relative to funding of improvement projects and adding definitions; and providing an effective date.
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a cost sharing agreement between the City, HR 3200, LP, Hunter Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County, Cole Ranch Development, LP, and Cole Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County for the construction of the Roark Branch wastewater trunk main; authorizing an escrow agreement and expenditure of funds for the City’s allocated share of improvement costs; and providing an effective date.
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Integrated Power Co., for transmission line construction and maintenance for Capital Improvement Plan projects for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8776 - awarded to Integrated Power Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $67,990,000.00).
F. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for the purchase of high voltage circuit breakers for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8836 - awarded to Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $22,257,824.00).
G. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton nominating a member to the Board of Directors of the Denton Central Appraisal District; and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton ordering an election for Place 5, Place 6, and Mayor to Place 7 and a special election for filling a vacancy in District 1 and District 2 for the unexpired term ending in May 2027, to be held on May 2, 2026 and if required, a runoff election to be held on June 13, 2026; prescribing the time, manner, and conduct of the election in accordance with a joint election agreement and contract for election services with the Elections Administrator of Denton County; and providing an effective date.
A. Consider approval of the minutes of the October 21, 2025 Joint Special Called Meeting with Denton ISD Board of Directors.
B. Consider approval of the minutes of the December 2, 2025 Regular Meeting and the December 16, 2025 Regular Meeting.
C. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton accepting the 2025 update of the Denton Enterprise Airport Master Plan; and declaring an effective date. Airport Advisory Board recommends approval (5-0).
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending Chapter 26 of the Code of Ordinances to update Sections 26-5, 26-8(d) and 26-9(d) amending deposit refund and payment agreement provisions; and providing a severability clause; providing a savings clause; providing for codification; and an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas; repealing sec. 26-128 “Adjustments in Bills for Losses from Water Leaks” of the code of the City of Denton, Texas; codifying a new Sec. 26-128 to add and clarify water and sewer billing leak adjustment program requirements and administrative procedures; providing for a repealer; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. The Public Utilities Board recommends approval (6-0).
F. Consider approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Denton, Texas, supporting the listing of the Little Chapel in the Woods, located at 415 Chapel Drive in Denton, Texas, on the National Register of Historic Places; and providing an effective date. (ID 25-2309, Cameron Robertson)
G. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the submission of public comment and request for a contested case hearing regarding the petition by AGF Denton Ranch, Ltd. for the creation of Hickory Creek Municipal Utility District of Denton County (TCEQ Internal Control No. D-11042025-009); authorizing the City Manager or their designee to submit public comments and hearing requests to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (“TCEQ”); and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the submission of an application to the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) FY 2025 EDA Disaster Supplemental Grant Program in the amount of $1,600,000 to update the Comprehensive Plan, Parks Master Plan, and TRANSIT 2.0 plan and improve disaster recovery and resiliency for the community; and providing an effective date.
I. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement for the payment and use of Program Year 2026 Hotel Tax Revenue in support of programming and events in the City between the City of Denton and Texas Filmmakers Corporation ($75,000), providing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. Community Partnership Committee recommends approval (3-0).
J. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a contract between the City of Denton and Core & Main LP, dba Green Equipment Company, amending the contract approved by City Council on January 24, 2023, in the not-to-exceed amount of $787,500.00; said first amendment to add Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25 for Radiodetection, Pearpoint & Hathorn Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721 for Envirosight Sewer Inspection Equipment and Repair, awarded to Envirosight LLC, with Core & Main LP dba Green Equipment Company operating as an authorized dealer, for the Wastewater Collection Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8148 - providing for an amendment to the ordinance to add the Buy Board Cooperative Program Contract No. 776-25, and Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Network Contract No. 120721). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
K. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., for engineering services of the Robson West Lift Station for the Water Utilities Department as set forth in the contract; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFQ 8213-008 - Professional Services Agreement for engineering services awarded to Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,545,098.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
L. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Quality Excavation, LLC, for the construction of the Riney Road East Project for the Capital Projects Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8775 - awarded to Quality Excavation, LLC, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,947,434.29). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
M. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8879 for DEC Engine Maintenance Spare Parts and Services for the Denton Energy Center; and providing an effective date (RFP 8879). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
N. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for the purchase of electric utility protective control relays for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (IFB 8891 - awarded to Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc., for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,267,476.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
O. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Rehrig Pacific Company, for the purchase of residential trash and recycling carts for the Solid Waste and Recycling Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8894 - awarded to Rehrig Pacific Company, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $3,115,450.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
P. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with New Waste Concepts Inc, for the purchase, lease, and repairs of spray on cover equipment and supplies for the Fleet Services Department, which is the sole provider of this equipment and associated supplies, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 252.022, which provides that procurement of commodities and services that are available from one source are exempt from competitive bidding, and if over $50,000, shall be awarded by the governing body; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (File 8956 - awarded to New Waste Concepts Inc, for three (3) years, with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $724,500.00). The Public Utilities Board will consider this item on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Q. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the approval of a first amendment to a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Denton and McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P., amending the contract approved by City Council on March 1, 2022, in the not-to-exceed amount of $1,250,000.00; said first amendment to continue to provide bond counsel services for the Finance Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (PSA 7942 - providing for an additional first amendment expenditure amount not-to-exceed $200,000.00, with the total contract amount not-to-exceed $1,450,000.00).
R. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, rejecting any and all competitive proposals under RFP 8927 for Janitorial Services for the Facilities Management Department; and providing an effective date (RFP 8927).
S. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., for the design and implementation of a public art mural to be located at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center, located at 1300 Wilson Street, Denton, Texas, 76205 for the Parks and Recreation Department; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CFA 8938 - awarded to JD Moore Portfolios, LTD Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,000.00).
T. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton amending chapter 18 Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article III Speed of Vehicles, Section 18-73 Speed Limits On Certain Roads and Highways, School Zones, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Denton, to change the speed limits of certain parts of Teasley Lane in the vicinity of Sam Houston Elementary School; providing a savings clause; providing a severability clause; providing a penalty clause; providing for publication; providing codification; and providing an effective date.
A. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas regarding proposed revisions to the Accessory Dwelling Unit and Townhome standards of the Denton Development Code; amendments include but are not limited to Table 5.2-A, Table of Allowed Uses, regarding zoning districts which permit Accessory Dwelling Units, Subsection 5.4.3, General Standards for Accessory Uses and Structures, regarding the location of accessory dwelling units on residential lots and general applicability of architectural compatibility; Subsection 5.4.4, Additional Standards for Specific Accessory Uses, regarding general standards, maximum size, location, and design of accessory dwelling units; Table 7.9-I: Minimum Required Off-Street Parking, removing requirements for additional parking for accessory dwelling units; Subsection 1.5.2, Regulations Applicable to All Nonconformities, regarding applicability for residential uses; Subsections 3.2.5B, R4 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.6B, R6 District Dimensional Standards, 3.2.7B, R7 District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.1B, MN District Dimensional Standards, 3.3.2B, MD District Dimensional Standards, and 3.3.3B, MR District Dimensional Standards, related to minimum lot dimension notes for townhome developments; Subsection 3.7.2A.2, Minimum Lot Dimensions, related to lot dimension applicability and maximum number of units; Subsection 3.7.6D, Building Coverage, related to maximum building coverage for townhome developments; and Subsection 7.10.3, Single-Family Detached, Duplex, Townhome, Triplex, and Fourplex Dwelling Site and Building Design, regarding the open space requirements for duplex, townhome, triplex, and fourplex dwellings; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the request with a change to the Table of Allowed Uses. Motion for approval by Commissioner Pruett and second by Commissioner Garland. (DCA25-0001a, Missing Middle Housing, Angie Manglaris and Julie Wyatt)
B. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from the Agriculture Future Land Use Designation to the Regional Mixed Use Future Land Use Designation on approximately 16.524 acres generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Future Land Use Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (CA25-0003a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines)
C. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to modify the Thoroughfare Map of the 2022 Mobility Plan, including but not limited to removing the future extension of C Wolfe Road between US 380 and Jackson Road. The general location of the target road is located west of Future Loop 288 western extension, and north of US 380 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the City’s official Mobility Plan; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and seconded by Commissioner Ketchersid. (MPA25-0004b, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Sahar Esfandyari).
E. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District to Residential 1 (R1) District on approximately 224.9 acres of land generally located at the southwest corner of the FM 2153 bend, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-2) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Ketchersid and second by Commissioner Dyer. (Z25-0015a, Estates at Craver Ranch, Mia Hines)
D. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Rural Residential (RR) District and Residential 2 (R2) District to Mixed-Use Regional (MR) District on approximately 16.524 acres of land generally located north of West University Drive (US 380), approximately 2,800 feet west of Golden Hoof Drive; adopting an amendment to the City’s Official Zoning Map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (5-1) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner McDuff. (Z25-0014a, Hickory Grove Multifamily, Mia Hines).
F. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for a Modular Data Center use on approximately 4.064 acres of land, approximately located 3,800 feet south of Jim Christal Road and 1,200 feet east of South Western Boulevard and legally described as Lot 9, Block A Westpark Addition Phase 2 in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval. Motion for approval by Commissioner Riggs and second by Commissioner Ketchersid. (S25-0007a, Denton20, Angie Manglaris)
G. Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, providing a Special Sign District zoning overlay on an approximately 120-acre property generally located on the northwest corner of Robson Ranch Road and Interstate 35W Frontage Road, in the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas, adopting an amendment to the City’s official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (6-0) to recommend approval of the request. Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Garland and seconded by Commissioner Riggs. (SD25-0001a, Landmark Special Sign District, Cameron Robertson)
A. Conduct the second of two readings and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, annexing approximately 4.47 acres of land, generally located on the south side of Hartlee Field Road, approximately 580 feet east of East Sherman Drive into the City of Denton, Denton County, Texas; providing for a correction to the City map to include the annexed land; and providing for a savings clause and an effective date. (A25-0002c, Denton Striker, Ashley Ekstedt)
B. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a Third Amendment to Hunter Ranch Project Agreement clarifying the binding obligations as it relates to the developer and future developers and other related matters; and providing an effective date.
C. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a second amendment to Hunter Ranch Operating Agreement relative to funding of improvement projects and adding definitions; and providing an effective date.
D. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton authorizing the execution of a cost sharing agreement between the City, HR 3200, LP, Hunter Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County, Cole Ranch Development, LP, and Cole Ranch Improvement District No. 1 of Denton County for the construction of the Roark Branch wastewater trunk main; authorizing an escrow agreement and expenditure of funds for the City’s allocated share of improvement costs; and providing an effective date.
E. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Integrated Power Co., for transmission line construction and maintenance for Capital Improvement Plan projects for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (CSP 8776 - awarded to Integrated Power Co., in the not-to-exceed amount of $67,990,000.00).
F. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for the purchase of high voltage circuit breakers for Denton Municipal Electric; providing for the expenditure of funds therefor; and providing an effective date (RFP 8836 - awarded to Stuart C. Irby Company, LLC, for one (1) year, with the option for four (4) additional one (1) year extensions, in the total five (5) year not-to-exceed amount of $22,257,824.00).
G. Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton nominating a member to the Board of Directors of the Denton Central Appraisal District; and providing an effective date.
H. Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton ordering an election for Place 5, Place 6, and Mayor to Place 7 and a special election for filling a vacancy in District 1 and District 2 for the unexpired term ending in May 2027, to be held on May 2, 2026 and if required, a runoff election to be held on June 13, 2026; prescribing the time, manner, and conduct of the election in accordance with a joint election agreement and contract for election services with the Elections Administrator of Denton County; and providing an effective date.
A. Under Section 551.042 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, respond to inquiries from the City Council or the public with specific factual information or recitation of policy, or accept a proposal to place the matter on the agenda for an upcoming meeting AND Under Section 551.0415 of the Texas Open Meetings Act, provide reports about items of community interest regarding which no action will be taken, to include: expressions of thanks, congratulations, or condolence; information regarding holiday schedules; an honorary or salutary recognition of a public official, public employee, or other citizen; a reminder about an upcoming event organized or sponsored by the governing body; information regarding a social, ceremonial, or community event organized or sponsored by an entity other than the governing body that was attended or is scheduled to be attended by a member of the governing body or an official or employee of the municipality; or an announcement involving an imminent threat to the public health and safety of people in the municipality that has arisen after the posting of the agenda. B. Possible Continuation of Closed Meeting topics, above posted.
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the official website (https://tx-denton.civicplus.com/242/Public-Meetings-Agendas) and bulletin board at City Hall, 215 E. McKinney Street, Denton, Texas, on January 7, 2026, in advance of the three (3) business day posting deadline, as applicable, and in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
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