Arlington City Council
Regular Meeting
101 W. Abram Street
6:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
III. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
IV. SPEAKER GUIDELINES AND GENERAL DECORUM
V. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
VI. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
6.1. May 12, 2026, Evening Meeting
May 19, 2026, Afternoon Meeting
May 19, 2026, Evening Meeting
VII. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the City Manager to implement each item in accordance with staff recommendations and all votes on the final reading will be recorded as reflected on first reading unless otherwise indicated.
CONSENT AGENDA - MINUTE ORDERS
7.1. Renewal of Annual Requirements Contract for Street Sweeping Services, Project 25-0229
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to exercise the first of two, one-year renewal options of the annual requirements contract for street sweeping services with Sweeping Corporation of America, LLC, of Cleveland, Ohio, in an amount not to exceed $311,383, and execute any and all documents necessary to carry out such contract. Funds are available in Storm Water Management Account No. CC300102-SC0614 [$304,387] and Aviation Account No. CC350402-SC0614 [$6,996].
7.2. Renewal of Two-Year Requirements Contract for Temporary Personnel Services, Project 22-0124
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to exercise the second and final renewal option of the two-year requirements contract for temporary personnel services with Smith Temporaries, Inc., dba Cornerstone Staffing, of Grand Prairie, Texas, for an amount not to exceed $2,500,000, and execute any and all documents necessary to carry out such contract. Funds are budgeted in various departmental accounts and are subject to FY2027 and FY2028 budget approval.
7.3. Construction Contract for John F. Kubala Water Treatment Plant Recycle Pump Electrical Improvements, Project 26-0195 and Project No. WUTR24012
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract with Winston Electric, Inc., dba Acme Electric Company, of Fort Worth, Texas, for John Kubala Water Treatment Plant Recycle Pump Electrical Improvements in an amount not to exceed $347,757. Funding is available in the Water - Pay Go Account No. CC678501-PJWUTR24012-SC0689.
7.4. Construction Contract for the Ditch Improvements (Dan Gould Drive, Wood Lane, Bell Street, Waterview Drive, Chaperito Trail, Jewell Drive), Project No. PWDR22008
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract for the Ditch Improvements (Dan Gould Drive, Wood Lane, Bell Street, Waterview Drive, Chaperito Trail, Jewell Drive), with S.Y.B. Construction Co., Inc., of Venus, Texas, in an amount not to exceed $4,628,684. Funding is available in the following accounts: Drainage Bond Fund Capital Projects Account No. CC308502-PJPWDR22008-SC0690 [$2,725,714.00], Water Bond Fund Account No. CC658502-PJPWDR22008-SC0676 [$1,158,271.00], Contract Street Maintenance Account No. CC728501-PJPWDR22008-SC0614 [$259,338.50], General Fund Contract Street Maintenance Account No. CC728502-PJPWDR22008-SC0614 [$250,000.00], and Sanitary Sewer Bond Fund Account No. CC648502-PJPWDR22008-SC0691 [$235,360.50].
7.5. Construction Contract for the 2022 Highway Safety Improvement Program Project, Project No. PWTE23004
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract for the 2022 Highway Safety Improvement Program Project with Highway Intelligent Traffic Solutions, LLC, of Cedar Hill, Texas, in an amount not to exceed $1,280,282. Funding is available in Traffic Bond Capital Projects Account No. CC358505-PJPWTE23004-SC0683.
7.6. Engineering Services Contract for Planning and Development Services Drainage Technical Review and Assistance, Project No. PWDR25003 and PW 26-03
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an engineering services contract for Planning and Development Services (PDS) Drainage Technical Review and Assistance with Nathan D. Maier Consulting Engineers, Inc., of Dallas, Texas, in an amount not to exceed $100,000. Funding is available in Drainage Capital Projects Account No. CC308501-PWDR25003-SC0574.
7.7. Engineering Services Contract for Water Treatment Plant Mini-Lab Improvements, Project WU26-03 and WUTR25014
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an engineering services contract for the Water Treatment Plant Mini-Lab Improvements with Hazen and Sawyer, P.C., in an amount not to exceed $1,275,319. Funding is available in Water Bond Account No. CC678501-PJWUTR25014-SC0574.
7.8. Contract Modification No. 2 to the Construction Contract of the Collins 2.5 Million Gallon Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation, Project No.25-0160 and WUTK24002
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute Contract Modification No. 2 to the construction contract with Blastco Texas, Inc., of Channelview, Texas, for Collins 2.5 Million Gallon Elevated Storage Tank Rehabilitation in an amount not to exceed $292,698.52. Funding is available in Water - Pay Go Account No. CC678501-PJWUTK24002-SC0697.
7.9. Contract Modification No. 1 to the Engineering Services Contract for Matlock Road (Green Oaks Boulevard to Sublett Road), Project No. PWST23002
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute Contract Modification No. 1 to the engineering services contract for Matlock Road (Green Oaks Boulevard to Sublett Road) with GFT Infrastructure, Inc., of Kansas City, Missouri, as successor-in-interest to TranSystems Corporation, in an amount not to exceed $164,222.50 Funding is available in Street Bond Capital Projects Account No. CC358504-PJPWST23002-SC0574.
7.10. Contract for Installation of Traffic Control Barricades for the World Cup, Project 26-0246
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to approve the contract for installation of traffic control barricades for the World Cup with Drake General Contractors, LLC, of Paris, Texas, through the Interlocal Purchasing System TIPS/TAPS, in an amount not to exceed $161,368, and execute any and all documents necessary to carry out such contract. Funds are budgeted in Public Works Administration Account No. CC350101-SC0531.
7.11. Purchase of One Replacement Vehicle for the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Department, Project 26-0241
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to approve the purchase of one replacement vehicle for the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Department with Carpenter Bus, LLC, of Waco, Texas, through the Houston-Galveston Area Council Cooperative Purchasing Program in an amount not to exceed $176,900, and execute any and all documents necessary to carry out such purchase. Funds are budgeted in Donation Activity Group Account No. CC121201-SC2021-GT125042.
7.12. Purchase of One Replacement Vehicle for the Arlington Water Utilities Department, Project 26-0240
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to approve the purchase of one replacement vehicle for the Arlington Water Utilities Department with Grapevine DCJ, LLC, of Grapevine, Texas, through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative, in an amount not to exceed $144,118, and execute any and all documents necessary to carry out such purchase. Funds are budgeted in Operations Support Office - Water Account No. CC630104-SC2021.
7.13. Purchase of Four Replacement Vehicles for Various City Departments, Project 26-0242
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to approve the purchase of four replacement vehicles for various city departments with Lake Country Chevrolet, Inc., of Silsbee, Texas, in an amount not to exceed $143,602; and Silsbee Ford, Inc., of Silsbee, Texas, in an amount not to exceed $107,519, through the Interlocal Purchasing System TIPS/TAPS, for a total amount not to exceed $251,121, and execute any and all documents necessary to carry out such purchase. Funds are budgeted in Fleet Services Administration Account No. CC790101-SC2021.
7.14. Reject All Bids for the Purchase of Two Large Scale Autonomous Electric Mowers, Project 26-0205
Reject all bids relative to Project 26-0205 for the purchase of two large scale autonomous electric mowers and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute any and all documents necessary to carry out the action.
7.15. Interior Design Services Contract for Arlington Air Center Fixed-Base Operator at Arlington Municipal Airport, Project 26-0207
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an interior design services contract for Arlington Air Center Fixed-Base Operator at Arlington Municipal Airport, with Aeroview Design LLC, of McKinney, Texas, in an amount not to exceed $250,000, and execute any and all documents necessary to carry out such contract. Funds are available in Aviation Account No. CC350402-FD5020-SC0533.
CONSENT AGENDA - ORDINANCES FINAL READING
7.16. Zoning Case PD25-22 (1120 Debbie Lane and 8380 Glenn Day Drive)
Final reading of an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain property known as 1120 Debbie Lane and 8380 Glenn Day Drive to Planned Development (PD) for Residential Medium-Density-12 (RM-12) and Community Commercial (CC) uses, with a Development Plan; amending the Zoning District Map accordingly
CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS
7.17. Designating Arlington Entertainment District as a Cultural District
A resolution designating the Arlington Entertainment District as a cultural district and authorizing the submission of an application to the Texas Commission on the Arts seeking a Texas Cultural District Designation.
7.18. Designation of a Records Management Officer for the City of Arlington
A resolution designating a Records Manager for the City of Arlington.
7.19. Authorize the Request for Proposal Procurement Method for Collection of Delinquent Property Taxes and Municipal Court Debts, Project 26-0148
A resolution authorizing the competitive sealed proposal, otherwise known as request for proposal, procurement method for collection of delinquent property taxes, municipal court debts and accounts receivable.
7.20. Interlocal Agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments for 2026 FIFA World Cup
A resolution authorizing the execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments to allow reimbursement to the City of Arlington for eligible expenditures related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the nine matches which will be played in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
7.21. Interlocal Agreement Between the City of Arlington and the City of Mansfield for Water and Wastewater Services
A resolution authorizing the execution of an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Mansfield for the provision of water and wastewater services to defined locations within the City of Mansfield.
7.22. Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Interlocal Agreement for Inspection of Mobile Food Vendors
A resolution authorizing the execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Contract with the Texas Department of State Health Services for Mobile Food Inspection Services.
7.23. Arlington Independent School District Interlocal Agreement (School Resource Officers)
A resolution authorizing the execution of an interlocal agreement with the Arlington Independent School District relative to the Arlington Police Department providing School Resource Officer services for the 2026 2027 school year for an amount not to exceed $3,657,590.06 to be effective August 12, 2026.
7.24. Arlington Independent School District Interlocal Agreement (Hometown Recruiting Officer)
A resolution authorizing the execution of a 2026-2027 High School Police Academy Interlocal Agreement with the Arlington Independent School District relative to the Arlington Police Department providing a Hometown Recruiting Officer for the amount of $151,014.04 to be effective August 1, 2026.
7.25. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department – Local Parks Non-Urban Indoor Recreation Grant
A resolution authorizing the submission of a Local Parks Non-Urban Indoor Recreation Grant application, and acceptance of the grant, if awarded, from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for funding in the amount not to exceed $1,500,000 for renovations and improvements at the River Legacy Nature Center and authorizing the execution of documents relative to the later acceptance of such grant.
7.26. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department – Local Parks Non-Urban Outdoor Recreation Grant
A resolution authorizing the submission of a Local Parks Non-Urban Outdoor Recreation Grant application, and acceptance of the grant, if awarded, from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for funding in the amount not to exceed $750,000 for improvements at the Miracle League complex at Randol Mill Park and authorizing the execution of documents relative to the later acceptance of such grant.
7.27. Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Lead Service Line Replacement Program - Filing of Application and Designation of Authorized Representative
A resolution authorizing the filing of an application for financial assistance in an amount not to exceed $6,650,000 from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Lead Service Line Replacement Program of the Texas Water Development Board, designating an authorized representative for the purpose of furnishing information and executing documents as may be required in connection with the preparation and filing of the application, and making certain findings in connection therewith.
7.28. Water Supply and Infrastructure Grants - Filing of Application and Designation of Authorized Representative
A resolution authorizing the filing of an application for financial assistance in an amount not to exceed $35,000,000 from the Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant Program of the Texas Water Development Board, designating an authorized representative for the purpose of furnishing information and executing documents as may be required in connection with the preparation and filing of the application, and making certain findings in connection therewith.
7.29. 2026 U.S. Department of Homeland Security Grants
A resolution authorizing the application for and acceptance of Urban Area Security Initiative grant funds from the United States Department of Homeland Security passed through by the State of Texas Office of the Governor in the amount of $3,174,872.28 for Fiscal Year 2026 and authorizing the execution of documents relative to the submission and later acceptance of such grant.
7.30. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – Fiscal Year 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program
A resolution authorizing the submission of an FY2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program application, and acceptance of the grant, if awarded, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for funding in an amount not to exceed $800,000 for the purchase of four attenuator spider trucks for the Fire Department and authorizing the execution of documents relative to the later acceptance of such grant.
7.31. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – Fiscal Year 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program
A resolution authorizing the submission of an FY2025 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant Program application, and acceptance of the grant, if awarded, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for funding in the amount not to exceed $1,500,000 to support a 24month community risk reduction and public outreach initiative and authorizing the execution of documents relative to the later acceptance of such grant.
7.32. Federal Railroad Administration - Fiscal Year 2025 and 2026 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program Grant
A resolution authorizing the submission of a Fiscal Year 2025 and 2026 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program Grant application, and acceptance of the grant, if awarded, from the Federal Railroad Administration, for funding in an amount not to exceed $10,000,000, to support expansion of the City’s existing TRAINFO railroad notification pilot program to full implementation at multiple railroad crossings citywide and related railroad crossing safety improvements and authorizing the execution of documents relative to the later acceptance of such grant.
7.33. U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - FY2026 High Priority Program - Commercial Motor Vehicle (HP-CMV)
A resolution authorizing the application for and acceptance of a FY2026 High Priority Commercial Motor Vehicle Program grant, if awarded, from the United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 over a two-year period, to enable the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit to implement additional enforcement efforts and authorizing the execution of documents relative to the application for and acceptance of such grant.
7.34. Contract for Demolition, Abatement, and Site Preparation Services of Nine Residential Properties located at 1310 and 1402 North Center Street, 1211, 1213, 1219, 1403, 1409, 1421, and 1505 Altman Drive, Project 26-0229 and PJ-000192
A resolution accepting and approving Arlington Economic Development Corporation Resolution No. 26-011 authorizing the Executive Director to execute a construction contract with FH ARC Abatement, LLC, of Waco, Texas, for demolition, abatement, and site preparation services of nine residential properties located at 1310, 1402 North Center Street, and 1211, 1213, 1219, 1403, 1409, 1421, and 1505 Altman Drive, through The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) in an amount not to exceed $410,699.50.
7.35. Arlington Economic Development Corporation - All Cash Contract of Sale - Mary A. Stewart - 1215 Altman Drive
A resolution accepting and approving the Arlington Economic Development Corporation Resolution No. 26-009, authorizing the Executive Director to execute an all cash contract of sale with Mary A. Stewart for the purchase of real property located at 1215 Altman Drive, Arlington, Texas, relative to a project authorized by Section 501.101 of the Texas Local Government Code.
7.36. E-Space Property Use and Early Access Agreement
A resolution accepting and approving Arlington Economic Development Corporation Resolution No. 26-013 authorizing the Executive Director to execute a Property Use and Early Access Agreement with espace Inc. relative to the establishment of a North American headquarters and manufacturing facility at the Arlington Municipal Airport.
7.37. Pre-Development and Interim Maintenance and Use Agreement - LS TDMK LLC - 1400 North Collins Street
A resolution accepting and approving Arlington Economic Development Corporation Resolution No. 26-007 authorizing the Executive Director of the Arlington Economic Development Corporation to execute a Pre-Development and Interim Maintenance and Use Agreement with LS TDMK LLC.
7.38. First Amendment to Anthem Development Agreement
A resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the First Amendment to Development Agreement with LS TDMK LLC and the Arlington Economic Development Corporation relative to the redevelopment of Lincoln Square ("Anthem").
7.39. Consent to Assignment of the Lincoln Square Master Development Agreement
A resolution approving a Consent to Assignment of Master Development Agreement by and between LS TDMK LLC and the City of Arlington, Texas relative to the redevelopment of Lincoln Square.
VIII. ITEMS TO BE WITHDRAWN FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
IX. CONSIDER AND VOTE ON WITHDRAWN ITEMS
X. PUBLIC HEARINGS: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES FIRST READING
10.1. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Term Extension
Following a public hearing, consider first reading of an ordinance extending the term of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Arlington, Texas - Downtown pursuant to Chapter 311 of the Texas Tax Code; containing findings and provisions related to the foregoing subject; and providing a severability clause.
ORDINANCE FIRST READING
An ordinance extending the term of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Arlington, Texas - Downtown pursuant to Chapter 311 of the Texas Tax Code; containing findings and provisions related to the foregoing subject; and providing a severability clause.
10.2. Zoning Case PD23-06R1 (1915 and 1921 West Arkansas Lane - Autumn Parc)
Following the public hearing, consider Zoning Case PD23-06R1, for a revision to an approved Development Plan on property zoned Planned Development for Residential Multi-Family-22 (PD-RMF-22) uses, with a Development Plan.
ORDINANCE FIRST READING
An ordinance approving a revised development plan, Development Plan PD23-06R1, on certain property known as 1915 and 1921 West Arkansas Lane, zoned as Planned Development (PD) for Residential Multi-Family 22 (RMF-22) uses, with a Development Plan; amending the Zoning District Map accordingly.
10.3. Zoning Case PD26-03 (6710, 6706, 6704, 6700, and 6608 US 287 Highway - Campbell Place)
Following the public hearing, consider Zoning Case PD26-03 to change the zoning from Residential Single-Family-7.2 (RS-7.2) and Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to Planned Development (PD) for Residential Multi-Family-22 (RMF-22) uses, with a Development Plan.
ORDINANCE FIRST READING
An ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain properties known as 6710, 6706, 6704, 6700, and 6608 US 287 Highway to Planned Development (PD) for Planned Development (PD) for Residential Multi-Family-22 (RMF-22) uses, with a Development Plan; amending the Zoning District Map accordingly.
10.4. Specific Use Permit SUP08-15R1 (Stoner Drill Site and Drill Zone)
Following the public hearing, consider Specific Use Permit SUP08-15R1, an amendment to establish a drilling zone on an existing gas well site located at 4151 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
ORDINANCE FIRST READING
An ordinance designating a drilling zone on certain property known as 4151 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive by adopting an amended Specific Use Permit for gas drilling (SUP08-15R1); amending the Zoning District Map accordingly.
10.5. Specific Use Permit SUP07-17R1 (Landing Drill Site and Drill Zone)
Following the public hearing, consider Specific Use Permit SUP07-17R1, an amendment to establish a drilling zone on an existing gas well site located at 4801 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and the use of an existing temporary frac pond located at 4301 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
ORDINANCE FIRST READING
An ordinance designating a drilling zone on certain property known as 4801 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and use of an existing temporary frac pond on certain property known as 4301 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive by adopting an amended Specific Use Permit for gas drilling (SUP07-17R1); amending the Zoning District Map accordingly.
XI. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
11.1. Amendments to the Transportation Chapter
First reading of an ordinance amending the “Transportation” Chapter of the Code of the City of Arlington, Texas, 1987, through the amendment of Article I, General Provisions, Section 1.02, Definitions, by the amendment of the definitions of “Driver” and “NEV-for-hire” to amend references from Neighborhood Electric Vehicle to Low-Speed Vehicle; Article V, Standards for Operation, Section 5.18, Pick-up and Drop-off in Certain Areas Prohibited During Special Events, Subsection (A), relative to adding additional locations to prohibit for-hire vehicles from picking up and dropping off, changing the designated location near Choctaw Stadium for the Arlington Entertainment Area Management District passenger drop-off and pick-up, and adding a provision relative to vehicle for-hire operations that are pursuant to a written agreement; and Article X, Pedicab and NEV-for-Hire Operation, by the amendment of the title; Section 10.02, Definitions, by the amendment of the definitions of “Neighborhood Electric Vehicle or NEV”, “Owner”, “Passenger”, and “Vehicle” to amend references from Neighborhood Electric Vehicle to Low-Speed Vehicle; Section 10.04, Use of NEV-for-hire prohibited, by the amendment of the title and amendment of references from Neighborhood Electric Vehicle to Low-Speed Vehicle; and Section 10.05, Presence of passengers, to amend references from Neighborhood Electric Vehicle to Low-Speed Vehicle.
XII. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Recognition of visitors with items of business not on the agenda.
Persons who intend to speak during the Citizen Participation portion of an open meeting shall pre-register not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Persons may pre-register online by calling the City Secretary's Office (817-459-6186), or by completing a registration card at the City Secretary's Office. During the pre-registration process, speakers must provide the following information:
a. the speaker's name and city of residence;
b. the name of the person or organization that the speaker is representing, if any;
c. the topic on which the speaker plans to speak;
d. an indication whether the speaker will be speaking through a translator;
e. any other information requested by City staff.
The City Manager may direct a member of City staff to contact an individual who has pre-registered to speak in an attempt to resolve any issue or concern. Contact by a member of City staff should in no way suggest that the individual should not appear and address the City Council.
XIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
POSTING CERTIFICATION
I, Martha Garcia, City Secretary for the City of Arlington, Texas, do hereby certify that pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 551, V.T.C.A. Government Code, notice of this meeting of the Arlington City Council was posted on the bulletin board at Arlington City Hall, 101 W. Abram Street, Arlington, Texas 76010, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., and remained posted at least three (3) business days before the meeting was convened.