CouncilTrac · Meeting
City Council — April 25, 2022
Meeting summary
18 agenda items · 1 public hearing · 12 consent items · $1.73M in spending items
- Public hearing: Public hearing on proposed council district boundary adjustments
- Largest spending item: Increase change order for Main Street reconstruction by $509,152.04 — $509,152.04
Ceremonial · 3 items routine
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Invocation by Jennifer Justice
The meeting opens with an invocation delivered by Jennifer Justice.
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Pledge of Allegiance led by Jennifer Justice
Jennifer Justice leads the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. and Texas flags.
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Recognition of MLK Essay Contest and Black History Month Art Contest winners
Council recognizes the winners of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest and the Black History Month Art Contest.
Public comments · 1 item routine
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Public comment period
Residents who submitted public comment cards are acknowledged and given an opportunity to address the council.
Consent agenda
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Authorize issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022 (Ordinance No. 4425)
Council considers adopting Ordinance No. 4425 to authorize the issuance and sale of City of Richardson General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022.
These bonds fund previously voter-approved capital projects and commit the city to long-term debt backed by property taxes.
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Authorize issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Series 2022 (Ordinance No. 4426)
Council considers adopting Ordinance No. 4426 to authorize the issuance and sale of City of Richardson Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2022.
Certificates of obligation are a form of city debt that does not require voter approval; issuing them commits the city to repayment obligations that affect future budgets.
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Grant Oncor Electric a non-exclusive franchise to use city rights-of-way (Ordinance No. 4427)
Council considers adopting Ordinance No. 4427 to grant Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC a non-exclusive franchise allowing it to construct and operate an electric distribution and transmission system within Richardson's public rights-of-way, subject to specified terms and conditions.
This franchise agreement governs how the electric utility can use city streets and public land, affecting terms under which residents receive electric service.
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Abandon a portion of Alma Road right-of-way (Ordinance No. 4428)
Council considers adopting Ordinance No. 4428 to officially abandon a described portion of Alma Road, while preserving any existing easement rights. A certified copy will be recorded in Dallas County public records as a quitclaim deed.
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Approve interlocal agreement with Dallas County for road repairs (Resolution No. 22-04)
Council considers Resolution No. 22-04 to approve a project-specific Type B agreement with Dallas County under the Master Road & Bridge Interlocal Agreement for repair, maintenance, and improvements on a qualified public roadway within Richardson.
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Purchase one hydraulic mower for Sherrill Park Golf Course – $55,517.64 (Bid #60-22)
Council considers authorizing a purchase order to Professional Turf Products, L.P. for one Greensmaster Triflex™ 3300 Hydraulic Mower for Sherrill Park Golf Course through BuyBoard Contract #611-20 at a cost of $55,517.64.
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Replace fire notification systems via cooperative contract – $60,605.05 (Bid #62-22)
Council considers authorizing a purchase order to Pye-Barker Fire and Safety LLC for fire notification system replacement through the TIPS cooperative purchasing program on Contract #21020402 at a cost of $60,605.05.
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Purchase mobile computer terminals and software for city vehicles – $457,371.25 (Bid #63-22)
Council considers authorizing purchase orders for mobile computer terminals and software licenses: $435,760.65 to GTS Technology Solutions, Inc. through DIR Contracts #DIR-TSO-4025, #DIR-CPO-4751, and #DIR-CPO-4754, and $21,610.60 to SHI Government Solutions, Inc. through DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4092, for a combined total of $457,371.25.
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Purchase network storage components for IT infrastructure – $299,362.05 (Bid #64-22)
Council considers authorizing a purchase order to Weaver Technologies for network storage components through DIR Contract #DIR-TSO-4299 at a cost of $299,362.05.
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Replace ballfield fencing at Mark Twain and Heights parks – $119,300 (Bid #65-22)
Council considers authorizing a purchase order to Viking Fence Company for ballfield fence replacement at Mark Twain and Heights parks through the TIPS cooperative purchasing program on Contract #210205 at a cost of $119,300.
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Purchase up to 12 Chevrolet Tahoes for the Police Department – up to $433,566 (Bid #66-22)
Council considers authorizing a purchase order to Reliable Chevrolet for five Chevrolet Tahoes at $36,130.50 each ($180,652.50 total) and a letter of intent for seven additional Tahoes ($252,913.50) for the Police Department through Sheriffs' Association of Texas Contract #22-03-1008.
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Increase change order for Main Street reconstruction by $509,152.04
Council considers authorizing a change order to increase Purchase Order #191674 to Rebcon, Inc. for Main Street reconstruction by $509,152.04.
This additional expenditure increases the cost of the Main Street reconstruction project, which directly affects a major corridor used by Richardson residents and businesses.
Public hearings
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Public hearing on proposed council district boundary adjustments
The Council District Boundary Commission has recommended changes to Richardson's council district boundaries as required by Section 4.03 of the City Charter. Council will hold a public hearing to receive community input on those recommended adjustments.
District boundary changes affect which neighborhoods fall in each council district, determining which council member represents each resident and how votes are apportioned across the city.
Other business · 1 item routine
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Approval of meeting minutes from April 11 and April 18, 2022
Council considers approving the official minutes from the April 11, 2022 regular meeting, the April 18, 2022 regular meeting, and the April 18, 2022 Boards & Commissions meeting.