CouncilTrac · Meeting
City Council — June 17, 2024
Meeting summary
15 agenda items · 1 public hearing · 5 consent items · $4.12M in spending items · 1 zoning case
- Public hearing: Public hearing: Zoning File 24-08 — student-purpose built apartments near President George Bush Highway
- Largest spending item: Award Bid #43-24: Huffhines Creek and Chestnut Creek erosion and sewer improvements — $3,360,750 — $3,360,750
Ceremonial · 2 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.
Public comments · 1 item routine
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Public comments on agenda items and visitors forum
Residents may address the council on agenda items or other community topics.
Consent agenda
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Award Bid #43-24: Huffhines Creek and Chestnut Creek erosion and sewer improvements — $3,360,750
Staff recommends awarding a contract to Flow-Line Construction, Inc. in the amount of $3,360,750 to make erosion control and sanitary sewer improvements at Huffhines Creek and Chestnut Creek.
These improvements will reduce erosion and protect sewer infrastructure near two local creeks, benefiting nearby residents and water quality.
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Award Bid #78-24: Annual contract for large water meter testing and repair
Staff requests authorization to issue an annual requirements contract to UWS, Inc. for testing and repairing large water meters, priced by unit rates.
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Award Bid #89-24: Helmet-mounted thermal imaging night vision for police — $81,500
Staff requests a purchase order to Mallory Safety and Supply, LLC for $81,500 to buy helmet-mounted thermal imaging night vision devices for the Police Department through OMNIA Partners cooperative contract #R159498.
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Award Bid #90-24: Eisemann Center elevator modernization — $168,499
Staff requests a purchase order to EMR Elevator, Inc. for $168,499 to modernize the elevators at the Eisemann Center through BuyBoard cooperative contract #657-21.
Modernizing the Eisemann Center's elevators ensures safe and reliable access for visitors to the city's performing arts facility.
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Change order to increase asbestos abatement contract for Richardson Library by $507,544.33
Council is asked to authorize a change order increasing Contract #324000174 with Cactus Abatement & Demolition, LLC by $507,544.33 for asbestos abatement work at the Richardson Library.
This additional cost means the library abatement project is running significantly over the original contract amount, which affects the city's budget for the project.
Public hearings
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Public hearing: Zoning File 24-08 — student-purpose built apartments near President George Bush Highway
A property owner is asking to amend the existing Planned Development zoning for a 13.03-acre site between Waterview Parkway and President George Bush Highway, east of Frankford Road. The change would allow student-purpose built apartments on the east side of the property instead of standard apartments, along with updates to the development standards.
Approving student-purpose built housing at this location could affect traffic, density, and the character of the surrounding area.
Discussion
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Discussion: May 28 storm damage recovery and debris removal schedule
Council will review and discuss the city's recovery efforts following the May 28 storm and the schedule for removing debris.
Residents who experienced storm damage will want to know when debris removal is coming to their neighborhoods.
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Discussion: New Richardson City Hall design progress update
Council will review and discuss the current state of the design for the new Richardson City Hall.
The new City Hall is a major public facility investment that will affect city services and the downtown area.
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Discussion: FY 2024-2025 water and wastewater maintenance strategies
Council will review and discuss the city's planned maintenance strategies for the water and wastewater system in the coming fiscal year.
These strategies shape how reliably water and sewer service is maintained for Richardson residents.
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Discussion: FY 2024-2025 drainage utility program strategies
Council will review and discuss plans for the city's drainage utility program in the upcoming fiscal year.
Drainage investments directly affect flooding risk and stormwater management for Richardson neighborhoods.
Other business · 2 items routine
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Approve minutes of the June 10, 2024 council meeting
The council is asked to approve the official written record of the June 10, 2024 meeting.
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Report on items of community interest
Council members and staff share updates on community events and matters of general interest.