CouncilTrac · Meeting
City Council — February 27, 2023
Meeting summary
29 agenda items · 2 public hearings · 21 consent items · $25.06M in spending items · 2 zoning cases
- Public hearing: Public hearing: rezone 1140 W. Campbell Rd. to allow a private school and childcare center (ZF 22-14)
- Public hearing: Public hearing: rezone ~4.4 acres on Arapaho Road for up to 31 single-family lots (ZF 22-18)
- Largest spending item: Authorize $21,355,232 construction contract amendment with Archer Western for 825 Pressure Zone water expansion — $21,355,232
Ceremonial · 2 items routine
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Invocation by Arefin Shamsul
The meeting opens with an invocation delivered by Arefin Shamsul.
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Pledge of Allegiance led by Arefin Shamsul
Arefin Shamsul leads the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. and Texas flags.
Public comments · 1 item routine
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Public comment period
Residents who signed up to speak may address the council on any topic.
Consent agenda
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Ordinance 4448: rezone NW corner of N. Greenville Ave. and N. Glenville Dr. for two suite hotels
This ordinance would rezone a 5.43-acre tract at the northwest corner of N. Greenville Avenue and N. Glenville Drive to a Planned Development, approving a concept plan, building elevations, and special permits for two limited-service suite hotels.
Two new hotels would be built on a site currently zoned industrial, changing the character of that corner.
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Ordinance 4449: rezone parcels on Fall Creek Drive near Central Expressway and Collins Blvd.
This ordinance would rezone a 5.2-acre tract on the north side of Fall Creek Drive between Central Expressway and Collins Boulevard, and a 0.44-acre tract at the southeast corner of Fall Creek Drive and Collins Boulevard, both to Planned Development, with concept plans adopted for each.
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Resolution 23-05: adopt the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan Update 2022
The council is asked to formally adopt the updated 2022 Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan, which guides future investment in the city's parks and open spaces.
This plan will shape which parks projects get prioritized and funded in coming years.
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Resolution 23-06: adopt the Active Transportation Plan
The council is asked to formally adopt the city's Active Transportation Plan, which guides improvements to biking, walking, and other non-motorized travel options.
This plan will direct future spending on sidewalks, trails, bike lanes, and pedestrian safety in Richardson.
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Resolution 23-07: approve TxDOT funding agreement for connected-vehicle technology
The city would enter into a non-construction advance funding agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation under the Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (Off-System) to improve mobility and traffic safety using Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) communication technology for connected and autonomous vehicle applications.
This agreement brings state and federal transportation funding to Richardson to pilot advanced traffic-safety technology on city streets.
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Resolution 23-08: authorize notice of intent to issue Series 2023 Certificates of Obligation
The council would authorize publication of the legally required notice that the city intends to issue Series 2023 Certificates of Obligation, a form of debt financing.
Publishing this notice is a required step before the city can borrow money through certificates of obligation, which do not require voter approval.
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Resolution 23-09: authorize notice of intent to issue Taxable Series 2023A Certificates of Obligation
The council would authorize publication of the legally required notice that the city intends to issue Taxable Series 2023A Certificates of Obligation.
Publishing this notice is a required step before the city can borrow money through taxable certificates of obligation, which do not require voter approval.
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Resolution 23-10: accept 2023 bullet-resistant shield program grant funds
The council would approve the terms of a 2023 Bullet-Resistant Shield Program grant and designate the Director of Emergency Management as the authorized official to manage the grant.
This grant provides funding for protective equipment that enhances the safety of Richardson's emergency responders.
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Authorize easements for NTMWD water transmission line expansion (825 PZ Project)
The city would grant permanent and temporary easements to the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) for construction and operation of a water transmission line as part of the project to expand the capacity of the city's 825 Pressure Zone water distribution system.
These easements are needed to allow the water-supply infrastructure project to move forward, which will expand the city's water distribution capacity.
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Bid #21-23: award $1,256,928 contract to Muniz Construction for water main improvements on N. Waterview Drive and Melrose Circle
The city would award a contract of $1,256,928.00 to Muniz Construction, Inc. to replace or improve water mains along 1700–1900 N. Waterview Drive and Melrose Circle.
This project will upgrade aging water infrastructure in that neighborhood, improving reliability for residents.
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Bid #39-23: annual contract to Fusion Recycling LLC for container maintenance
The city would issue an annual requirements contract to Fusion Recycling LLC for container maintenance services, priced on a per-unit basis.
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Bid #46-23: purchase $423,402.99 in Neptune water meter parts from Core & Main
The city would issue a purchase order to Core & Main for Neptune water meter parts totaling $423,402.99.
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Bid #47-23: purchase $55,454.17 golf course reel grinder for Sherrill Park through BuyBoard
The city would purchase a golf course reel grinder for Sherrill Park Golf Course from Professional Turf Products for $55,454.17 through the Local Government Purchasing Cooperative (BuyBoard) Contract #611-20.
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Bid #48-23: purchase $53,614.30 Kubota tractor for Sherrill Park Golf Course through BuyBoard
The city would purchase a Kubota 4WD tractor for Sherrill Park Golf Course from Zimmer Kubota for $53,614.30 through BuyBoard Contract #611-20.
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Bid #50-23: purchase $886,939 Breckinridge Park playground replacement through BuyBoard
The city would purchase a replacement playground for Breckinridge Park from Whirlex Design Inc. for $886,939 through BuyBoard Contract #679-22.
This purchase funds a full playground replacement at Breckinridge Park, a major community amenity.
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Bid #51-23: annual cooperative contract to GT Distributors and Galls for public safety uniforms, armor, and ammunition
The city would establish an annual requirements contract with GT Distributors, Inc. and Galls, Inc. for public safety uniforms, body armor, rifle-rated plates, and ammunition for the Fire and Police departments, under BuyBoard Contract #698-23.
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Bid #52-23: purchase $305,368 Terrace Park playground renovation through BuyBoard
The city would purchase a playground renovation for Terrace Park from Child's Play, Inc. for $305,368.00 through BuyBoard Contract #679-22.
This purchase funds a playground renovation at Terrace Park, improving a neighborhood recreational facility.
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Bid #53-23: purchase 27 ballistic shields for the Police Department totaling $108,489.24
The city would purchase 27 ballistic shields for the Police Department from Lionheart Alliance: 10 shields for $59,221.86 through GSA Contract #47QSWA20D001M and 17 shields for $49,267.38.
These shields provide additional protective equipment for Richardson police officers.
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Bid #54-23: purchase $60,000 ticketing website rebuild for the Eisemann Center
The city would issue a purchase order to Jixaw Technologies for $60,000 to rebuild the Eisemann Center's ticketing website.
A rebuilt ticketing website will make it easier for residents to buy tickets to events at the Eisemann Center.
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Bid #55-23: award $602,022.40 contract for new restrooms at Sherrill Park Golf Course 1 through BuyBoard
The city would award a contract of $602,022.40 to Falkenberg Construction Company, Inc. to build new restrooms at Sherrill Park Golf Course 1, purchased through BuyBoard Contract #581-19.
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Authorize $21,355,232 construction contract amendment with Archer Western for 825 Pressure Zone water expansion
The city would authorize Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment No. 2 to its Construction Manager at Risk agreement with Archer Western Construction, LLC for $21,355,232 to build water system improvements that expand the capacity of the city's 825 Pressure Zone water distribution system.
This is a major water infrastructure investment to increase the reliability and capacity of water service for Richardson residents.
Public hearings
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Public hearing: rezone 1140 W. Campbell Rd. to allow a private school and childcare center (ZF 22-14)
A property owner is asking to rezone a 1.2-acre lot at 1140 W. Campbell Road — currently zoned for office use — to a Planned Development that would allow a private school and childcare center inside an existing building.
Approving this rezoning would allow a school and childcare use in a neighborhood that is currently limited to office activities.
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Public hearing: rezone ~4.4 acres on Arapaho Road for up to 31 single-family lots (ZF 22-18)
A request to rezone approximately 4.4 acres on the north side of Arapaho Road, east of West Shore Drive, from office zoning to a Planned Development that would allow up to 31 single-family residential lots.
This rezoning would convert an office-zoned parcel into a new single-family neighborhood, adding housing in that part of the city.
Discussion
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Review and discuss the City Hall bond election communications plan
Council members will review and discuss the plan for communicating with residents about the upcoming City Hall bond election.
How the city communicates about the bond election will shape how informed residents are when they vote on it.
Other business · 2 items routine
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Approve minutes of February 13 and February 20, 2023 meetings
The council is asked to formally approve the written records of its two most recent meetings.
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Staff report on items of community interest
City staff will share updates and announcements of general community interest.