CouncilTrac · Meeting
City Council — November 6, 2023
Meeting summary
7 agenda items
Ceremonial · 1 item routine
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Recognition of Municipal Courts Week
The council recognizes Municipal Courts Week as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the city's municipal court system.
Public comments · 1 item routine
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Public comment cards acknowledged
Residents who submitted comment cards are recognized before the meeting proceeds.
Discussion
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Council reviews its tactics for the 2023–2025 term
The council will review and discuss its tactical priorities and approaches for the current 2023–2025 council term.
The tactics the council adopts shape which projects and policies get attention and resources over the next two years.
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Council discusses strategies to boost public engagement
The council will review and discuss strategies aimed at promoting greater public engagement and involvement in city affairs.
Stronger public engagement strategies could give residents more meaningful opportunities to participate in local government decisions.
Executive session
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Executive session: settlement discussion for Walker v. City of Richardson lawsuit
The council will meet privately with the city attorney to discuss a possible settlement in the federal lawsuit Walker et al. v. City of Richardson, Texas et al., U.S. District Court Cause No. 3:22-CV-01164-X.
Other business · 2 items routine
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Update on 2021 Bond Program parks projects and proposed names
Staff will update the council on capital parks projects funded by the 2021 Bond Program and present proposed names for those projects.
Residents will learn how bond-funded parks improvements are progressing and what names are being considered for new or improved park facilities.
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Staff report on items of community interest
Staff will present a routine report on general items of community interest to keep the council informed.