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Notice Of Regular Meeting Of The Mayor And City Council Of The City Of Wichita
Falls, Texas, To Be Held At The MPEC, 1000 Fifth Street, Hayley Eye Clinic Seminar
Room, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Beginning At 8:30 A.M.
This meeting can be accessed and viewed at the following locations:
1. A livestream will be shown on the Spectrum/Time Warner Cable Channel 1300
2. A livestream will be shown on the City's Facebook page (City of Wichita Falls,
Texas Government) (https://www.facebook.com/citvofwichitafalls)
3. A video of the meeting will be posted on the City's YouTube page
(https://www.voutube.com/citvofwf)
Item #
1 . Call to Order
2. (a) Invocation: Pastor Michael Hanson
First Presbyterian Church
(b) Pledge of Allegiance
3. Presentations
(a) Proclamation — Texas Ranch Roundup Week, Roundup Cowboys Association
(b) Proclamation — John Lewis Day, The Good Trouble Community Coalition
(c) Proclamation - The Original Booker T. Washington Alumni Association &
Community Archives Centennial Plus Reunion Day, Booker T. Washington Alumni
Association and Community Archives
4. Comments from the public to members of the city council concerning items that are
not on the city council agenda. People wishing to address the council should sign up
prior to the start of the meeting. A three-minute time frame will be adhered to for those
addressing their concerns. Since comments from citizens are not posted agenda
items, the City Council is prohibited from deliberating or taking any action, other than
a proposal to place the item on a future agenda. Staff may provide factual statements
in response to inquiries or recite existing policy.
CONSENT AGENDA
5. Approval of minutes of the July 1 , 2025, Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City
Council.
6. Receive Minutes
(a) Landmark Commission, March 25, 2025
(b) Central Wichita Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Committee, May 13, 2025
(c) Public Safety Assessment Committee, May 15, 2025
(d) Landmark Commission, May 20, 2025
7. Resolutions
(a) Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to
purchase 144 computer workstations from UniqueDigital in the amount of
$111 ,429
(b) Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award bid and contract for the 2025
Seal Coat Project to Freeman Paving, L.L.C. in the amount of $500,105.95
(c) Resolution authorizing the purchase of two (2) 35-foot low floor diesel buses off
the State of Washington Contract to Gillig LLC in the amount of $1 ,361 ,532.00
(d) Resolution authorizing the execution of a Security Services contract with Cannedy
Contemporary Services, Inc., d/b/a Ray Cannedy Security & Investigations in the
amount of $59,943.33 for the Airports Division
(e) Resolution making appointments to various boards and commissions
REGULAR AGENDA
8. Public Hearings & Ordinances
(a) Conduct a public hearing and take action on an ordinance to rezone +/- 30.23
acres of land from Single Family-1 (SF-1) to Single Family 2 (SF-2) and +/- 9.39
acres of land from Single Family -1 (SF-1) to General Commercial (GC) zoning
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district both located at 4700 Gregg Rd. (43.06 Acres, Block 12, Denton County
School Lands, LG2); and amend the Land Use Plan from Low Density Residential
to Commercial to allow for the construction of standard lot residential subdivision
and commercial development
i. Public Hearing
ii. Take Action
(b) Ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances
(c) Ordinance appropriating $2,058,958 in Federal Transit Administration funds and
$391 ,626 in State Funds for the FY 2025 Section 5307 Transit System and
authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary funding agreements related
hereto
9. Resolutions
(a) A Resolution of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, Suspending the July 31 , 2025
Effective Date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company's Requested Rate Change to
Permit the City Time to Study the Request and to Establish Reasonable Rates;
Approving Cooperation with the Steering Committee of Cities Served by Oncor to
Hire Legal and Consulting Services and to Negotiate with the Company and Direct
Any Necessary Litigation and Appeals; Finding that the Meeting at which this
Resolution is Passed is Open to the Public as Required by Law; Requiring Notice
of this Resolution to the Company and Legal Counsel for the Steering Committee
10.Other Council Matters
(a) Announcements concerning items of community interest from members of the City
Council. No action will be taken or discussed.
11 .Executive Sessions
(a) Executive Session in accordance with Texas Government Code §551.071 ,
consultation with attorney on matter involving pending or contemplated litigation or
other matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the
Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly
conflicts with the Texas Open Meetings Act (including, but not limited to, legal
issues related to Castaway Cove and Lake Ringgold).
(b) Executive Session in accordance with Texas Government Code § 551 .072, to
deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property interests due
to the fact that deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on
the position of the City in negotiations with a third party (including, but not limited
to, the purchase and/or value related to Lake Ringgold and 1000 5th Street)
(c) Executive session in accordance with Texas Government Code §551 .074 to
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deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties,
discipline, dismissal of a public officer or employee (including, but not limited to,
Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation, 4B Sales Tax Corporation,
Helen Farabee Centers Board of Trustees, Housing Authority Board, and the Tax
Increment Financing District, Reinvestment Zone #3
(d) Executive Session in accordance with Texas Government Code § 551 .087, to
discuss or deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business
prospect that the City Council seeks to have, locate, stay, or expand in or near the
territory of the City of Wichita Falls and with which the City and/or economic
development corporations created by the City are conducting economic
development negotiations (including, but not limited to, an economic development
update).
12.Adjourn
Spanish language interpreters, deaf interpreters, Braille copies or any other special needs
will be provided to any person requesting a special service with at least 24 hours' notice.
Please call the City Clerk's Office at 761-7409.
Every item on this agenda shall be considered a public hearing. Regardless of the agenda heading under
which any item is listed, any word or phrase of any item listed on this agenda shall be considered a subject
for consideration for purposes of the Texas Open Meetings Act and other relevant law, and City Council
may deliberate and vote upon any such subject and resolutions related thereto. Resolutions, ordinances,
and other actions concerning any word, phrase, or other subject may be voted upon, regardless of any
language of limitation found in this agenda or any document referring to such action. Any penal ordinance,
development regulation or charter provision of the City of Wichita Falls or item which is funded by the current
or next proposed City of Wichita Falls budget, including, without limitation, any street, water pipe, sewer,
drainage structure, department, employee, contract or real property interest of the City of Wichita Falls,
may be discussed and deliberated, and the subject is hereby defined as such without further notice. Any
item on this agenda may be discussed in executive session if authorized by Texas law regardless of whether
any item is listed under "Executive Sessions" of this agenda, regardless of any past or current practice of
the City Council. Executive sessions described generally hereunder may include consideration of any item
otherwise listed on the agenda plus any subject specified in the executive session notice. Executive
sessions described generally hereunder are closed meetings, may include consideration of any item
otherwise listed on the agenda plus any subject specified in the executive session notice, and may include
items under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.076, 551.084,
and/or 551.087.
CERTIFICATION
I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the Wichita
Falls Public Library, Wichita Falls, Texas on the 9th day of July, 2025 at 3:30 o'clock p.m.
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Item 1 - Call to Order
The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in a regular session at 8:30 a.m.
on the above date in the Seminar Room at the MPEC with the following members present.
Tim Short - Mayor
Austin Cobb - At-Large
Whitney Flack - District 1
Robert Brooks - District 2
Mike Battaglino - District 4
Tom Taylor - District 5
Jeffery Jenkins - City Manager
Kinley Hegglund - City Attorney
Marie Balthrop - City Clerk
Absent: Jeff Browning - District 3/Mayor Pro Tem
Item 2a — Invocation
Reverend David Sapata, DAV TX Chapter 41 , gave the invocation.
Item 2b — Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Short led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Item 3a — Employee of the Month — Ryan Rutkowski, Sanitation
Mayor Short recognized Ryan Rutkowski as Employee of the Month for July 2025 and
shared a brief video. He congratulated Mr. Rutkowski and presented him with a plaque,
a letter of appreciation, dinner for two, and a check, and thanked him for his service.
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Item 3b — Proclamation — Emmanuel Carrillo Day
Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming July 1 , 2025, as Emmanuel Carrillo Day in
Wichita Falls, TX.
Item 3c — Proclamation — Emanuel Moreno Day
Mayor Short read a proclamation proclaiming July 1 , 2025, as Emanuel Moreno Day in
Wichita Falls, TX.
Item 3d — Galan Sparks Award — James McKechnie
James McKechnie, Deputy City Manager, was recognized for being awarded the Galan
Sparks Award for Outstanding Public Service and distinguished career achievements
while serving as the Assistant City Attorney.
Item 4 — Comments from Citizens
Ann Arnold Ogden, 1005 9th Street, thanked the Council for their support of the Bridwell
Park revitalization project and invited everyone to attend the Bridwell Park Mural
dedication, which will be held July 10th at 10:00 a.m.
Lorelei Mitchell, 1805 10th Street, discussed the Texas Bluebonnets Girls State, a youth
camp hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary, where she learned about precinct,
municipal, county, and state levels of government. She discussed various things she
learned and urged the Council to get involved and support local organizations that support
our youth.
Shanna Miller, 1805 10th Street, recently attended the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
(RYLA) sponsored by the Southwest Rotary Club, where she participated in a mock city
council meeting. She attended today's meeting to learn more about how our City Council
meetings are conducted, and encouraged participation in RYLA and the Rotary Club.
Item 5-8 — Consent Items
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Jeffery Jenkins, City Manager, gave a briefing on the items listed under the Consent
Agenda.
Moved by Councilor Battaglino to approve the consent agenda.
The motion was seconded by Councilor Taylor and, with no comments or questions from
the public, carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Short, Councilors Battaglino, Brooks, Cobb, Flack, and Taylor.
Nays: None
Item 5 — Approval of minutes of the June 17, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Mayor
and City Council.
Item 6 — Receive Minutes
(a) Lake Wichita Revitalization Committee, May 13, 2025
(b) Planning & Zoning, May 14, 2025
Item 7a — Ordinance 34-2025
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to approve a request from United Regional
Health Care System to close, vacate, abandon, and transfer a 25' x 164' concrete paved
alley right-of-way consisting of 4,100 square feet and located between 1514 11th Street
and 1506 11th Street, Block 255, Original Town and retain the entire portion for a public
utility easement.
Item 7b— Ordinance 35-2025
Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept grant funding in an
amount up to $3,766,000 from the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation for
design and construction of an emergency access road and gate serving Sheppard Air
Force Base.
Item 8a — Resolution 68-2025
Resolution authorizing the execution of a Memorandum of Agreement between the City
of Wichita Falls and Robert McBroom MD, FACP for the provision of medical services to
the Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District.
Item 8b — Resolution 69-2025
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Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to make application for a grant
from the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), FY 2026 Request for
Applications — SB 224 Catalytic Converter Grant in the amount up to $305,000.00.
Item 8c — Resolution 70-2025
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement
with Biggs & Mathews, Inc. for the Preliminary Design and Site Evaluation for Quail Creek
Drainage Improvements Phase III (Kemp to Maplewood Culvert Crossing) in the amount
of $73,750.00.
Item 8d — Resolution 71-2025
Resolution approving the programs and expenditures of the Wichita Falls Type B Sales
Tax Corporation Board of Directors and amending the budget to include funding up to
$129,508 to the City of Wichita Falls to study and provide options to improve the waterfalls
adjacent to 1-44 and the Wichita River in Wichita Falls, otherwise known as The Falls.
Item 8e — Resolution 72-2025
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement
with Garver, LLC to perform an overall evaluation of the Falls in the amount of
$129,508.00.
Item 9 — Presentation — Homelessness Response Initiative — Dr. Wilson and Mr.
Sparks
Dr. Louis Wilson and Steve Sparks, CEO of Faith Mission, presented an update on the
Homeless Response Initiative and Citizens Addressing Homelessness in Wichita Falls.
They addressed the growing rates of both sheltered and unsheltered homelessness,
citing causes such as addiction, mental illness, medical issues, and economic factors.
Their mission is to ethically reduce homelessness through partnerships, innovation, and
effective action.
Dr. Wilson outlined the action plan developed in coordination with City and County
officials, highlighting shelter gaps and the need for respite units. He also discussed
integrating technology, meeting HUD requirements, and setting realistic goals. Mr. Sparks
emphasized the urgency fora sustainable response, advocating for individualized support
and self-sufficiency.
Council members expressed appreciation for the presentation and support for the
initiative. Judge Johnson voiced the County's commitment and called for the creation of
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a task force to maintain momentum. City staff indicated that related ordinances would be
presented in early August.
Public comments from Amy Vail, Property Manager for Big Blue and The Kate, Jeremy
Davis, a tenant in The Kate, and Ronald Hall included questions on how to help, concerns
about safety and mental health issues, and the impact of individuals being relocated to
Wichita Falls. Suggestions included hiring security, contacting law enforcement, and
discouraging direct monetary support to the homeless. Mr. Sparks encouraged citizens
to share information about Faith Mission's services.
City staff confirmed ongoing discussions about ordinance updates, and the Council
emphasized a broader community effort beyond enforcement. Dr. Wilson stressed the
importance of street-level case management to break the cycle of homelessness. Pastor
Shanna Kronk shared her perspective as a Pastor and leader of a mobile shower ministry,
offered continued support for the initiative, and expressed hope that Wichita Falls can
become a model for the state.
Item 10 — Public Hearing on the Proposed 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Annual
Action Plan to allocate $1,206,417 in FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds, Reallocate $100,000 in Prior Year CDBG Funding, and $349,481 in
FY 2025-2026 HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds.
Mayor Short opened the public hearing at 9:32 a.m.
Terry Floyd, Director of Development Services, presented the Proposed 2025-2029
Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan and stated that this public hearing is required
by HUD. He thanked the Council Subcommittee on Outside Agencies for their input and
recommendations. He discussed the timeline, required comment period, proposed
funding, and the Resolution that will be presented in August to finalize the
recommendations.
Mayor Short closed the public hearing at 9:37 a.m.
Item 11 — Ordinance 36-2025
Ordinance adding Appendix D to the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiated
between the City of Wichita Falls and Wichita Falls Professional Fire Fighters Association,
International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 432, pursuant to Chapter 174 of the
Texas Local Government Code, the Fire and Police Employee Relations Act.
Moved by Councilor Battaglino to approve Ordinance 36-2025.
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The motion was seconded by Councilor Cobb, and with no comments or questions from
the public, the motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Short, Councilors Battaglino, Brooks, Cobb, Flack, and Taylor.
Nays: None
Item 12 — Resolution 73-2025
Resolution approving the programs and expenditures of the Wichita Falls Economic
Development Corporation (4A) and amending the budget to include funding up to
$1 ,175,000 to facilitate a performance agreement with Nuco Controls, LLC to assist the
company in its planned expansion of operations in Wichita Falls.
Moved by Councilor Battaglino to approve Resolution 73-2025.
The motion was seconded by Councilor Cobb and, with no comments or questions from
the public, carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Short, Councilors Battaglino, Brooks, Cobb, Flack, and Taylor.
Nays: None
Item 13 — Announcements concerning items of community interest from members
of the City Council. No action will be taken or discussed.
Councilor Cobb thanked Dr. Wilson for his presentation, which is a good start and a step
forward. He wished everyone a Happy 4th of July, encouraged everyone to be safe, and
thanked everyone who attended the meeting today.
Councilor Brooks thanked everyone who attended today, congratulated Dr. Peter
Braveboy on being named the new Principal at Legacy, and discussed a successful kids'
camp held at Hirschi Middle School.
Councilor Flack thanked Dr. Wilson and Mr. Sparks for their work and thorough report.
She loves it when different parts of the community work together as one because that is
what makes Wichita Falls special. It is exciting, and she is excited to be a part of it.
Councilor Taylor thanked Dr. Wilson and Mr. Sparks and discussed the need to support
this initiative. Last night, he held a town hall meeting with good attendance, good ideas,
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and many questions answered. He thanked the staff and all who participated in the
meeting. There will be a parade downtown on the 4th of July at 9:00 a.m.
Councilor Battaglino attended Improv at Back Door Theater and encouraged everyone to
attend and participate. He was asked to go on stage for Improv and plans to participate
again in the future. Wichita Theater is currently doing a campaign to bring more people
into the theater, and he encouraged everyone to check out their Facebook page. He
discussed upcoming events for the next few weeks, including his Townhall on July 14th at
5:30 p.m. at the Thomas Fowler American Legion Post 169, 4615 Lakeshore Dr. He
thanked Adrian Colbert for his work in the community and discussed the Colbert Project.
There is a Facebook page that lists upcoming events, with the next cleanup being held
on July 12th from 9:00 a.m. to 1 :00 p.m. at 889 MLK, the corner of Franklin and Rosewood.
Mayor Short congratulated Mr. McKechnie on receiving the Galen Sparks Award and
asked that everyone keep Councilor Browning in their thoughts and prayers as he has
back surgery today. He will see everyone at Freedom Fest on Friday.
Item 14 — Executive Session
The City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 9:53 a.m. in accordance with Texas
Government Code §551 .072 and §551 .087.
Mayor Short reconvened the meeting in open session at 11 :11 p.m. and announced that
no votes or polls were taken.
Item 15 — Adjourn
Mayor Short adjourned the meeting at 11:12 p.m.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 15th day of July 2025.
Tim Short, Mayor
ATTEST:
Marie Balthrop, TRMC, MMC
City Clerk
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LANDMARK COMMISSION
MINUTES
March 25, 2025
MEMBERS' PRESENT:
Christy Graham ■Chairperson
John Dickinson ■Member
Bill Enlow ■Member
Dr. Dawn Ferrell, Maj. Gen. (retired) •Member
Noros Martin •Member
Janet Ponder Smith ■Member
JD Dixon • Member
Terry Floyd, Development Services Director •City Staff
Monica Aguon, Assistant City Attorney • City Staff
Karen Montgomery-Gagne, Principal Planner/HPO • City Staff
ABSENT:
Joel Hartmangruber •Vice-Chair
John Yates •Member
Whitney Flack •Council Liaison
GUESTS:
Carlos Villalba, Blue Sun Services— 1712 Buchanan •Representative
Nick Gilleland, Davis Electric-1505 Buchanan ■Representative
I. Call to Order, Introductions and Welcome:
Chairperson Christy Graham called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
Ms. Graham did introductions of Commission members, and guests attending.
II. Review & Approval of Minutes from February 25, 2025:,
Chairperson Graham called for review and approval of the February 25, 2025, Landmark
Commission meeting minutes. Ms. Janel Ponder Smith made a motion to approve the
minutes as presented, Mr. John Dickinson seconded the motion. Minutes were
unanimously approved.
III. Action Item: Design Review Case — 1712 Buchanan:
Request authorization to remove existing rear garage roof-mounted solar panels and
replace with 40 new roof-mounted solar panels on two rear, detached garages; prior
design review authorization expired June 30, 2023 (West Floral Heights HD)
Staff presented the case and explained the applicants were previously approved for
solar panels that were installed but were informed the company was now defunct and
system was no longer serviced. Current proposal would remove 37-existing panels and
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install new system with some additional panels on three roof slopes instead of two roof
slopes. Ms. Montgomery-Gagne indicated the new proposal is slightly modified from
what had been previously approved and noted a key difference in this case versus the
prior case is that the north slope of structure #2 did not have any solar panels. Pictures
of the property were shown to the Board, and it was noted this property is along the
southern boundary of the historical district and the solar panels are highly visible from
Ave. H. Aerial photos, and inventory photos were shown of the 1925 Craftsman home
and two accessory buildings on the property the house faces Buchanan and the optimal
location for solar panels would be facing the south (outside district) or west (alley).
Referencing the meeting packet, the Board was shown the proposal submitted to the
Landmark Commission and approved in 2022. The heat map for the best locations to
place the solar panels was referenced and there was some discussion at that time about
having panels on the north slope of Structure#2 because it was going to face the district.
During review of the prior solar panel case, there were also questions about having the
panels directly visible from the district boundary street. Ms. Montgomery-Gagne
informed the board, this was the first case for solar panels in the West Floral Heights
district. She then showed the original proposed placement of the panels (which were
installed as the plans had displayed) but pointed out the utility conduit/electrical lines
used to connect the meters to the house did not reflect what the board had approved.
The plans showed a trenched conduit, but installers ran the conduit across the roof
slopes, the air gap between structures (which is not allowed), and across the house roof.
The altered work was never presented to the Commission or the Historic Preservation
Officer.
Staff focused on the current proposal, which referenced the existing panel layout, the
requested layout and new trench location for conduit. Thirty-seven panels will need to
be removed, and the owners are requesting to install forty replacement panels. Ms.
Montgomery-Gagne showed images of structure #1 and structure #2 noting the north
facing slope does not currently have solar panels, this proposal would add panels to the
roof slope and would be more noticeable within the district. On structure #1 (facing east
towards Buchanan), which is considered roof three, there will still be the same panel
configuration but total number would change from thirteen to twelve. Photos from the
alley and from the surrounding streets were shown, and there is clear visibility of the
panels from the boundary street, Avenue H.
Staff provided the Commission with a detailed view of the panel design, cross section
and roof attachment mechanism. In addition, some design scenarios to avoid based on
'best practices'from the CLG community were provided to the Commission as something
to avoid on a Landmark property or in a historic district. The solar panels would need to
be placed so it is not a primary feature of the structure that overpowers the architecture
and aesthetic of the historic building. The proposal for 1712 Buchanan is an attempt at
trying to avoid this scenario as solar panels proposed for placement on rear, detached
structures. Staff referenced other CLG communities in Texas for best practices, and Fort
Worth's guide recommends placing panels on non-historic structures, or accessory
buildings at the rear portion of the roof(which is what is recommended in this case).
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Addressing the Wichita Falls design guidelines, a specific section (mechanical
equipment) outlines recommendations for solar energy system placement. Some of the
best places for placement include: rear portion of roof slopes, ground mounted in less
visible yard areas, or the roof of an outbuilding/accessory building. When looking at the
guidelines of the attachment mechanism, staff believed this solar panel request was
attempting to adhere to the City's guidelines by placing the replacement panels on rear
accessory buildings, although there is still some question of the level of visibility. The big
concern is the visibility from the primary street, Buchanan and then secondary is Avenue
H (the district boundary).There was discussion regarding visibility of the panels from the
alley vs from Buchanan and Avenue H. Also discussed was whether there would be a
loss in performance of the panels if moved to the alley side, and it was stated by the
solar company representative (Mr. Villalbo) there would be an effect on overall
production because the panels would be facing north/west vs facing south/east (but
currently unknown what the exact percentage of energy loss). The representative also
clarified to the Commissioners that no trees will be removed for this project.
Mr. Noros Martin introduced a motion for the Commission to authorize the owner of the
property at 1712 Buchanan for removal of the existing 37-solar panels on two rear
detached accessory structures along with the exposed roof-top electrical conduit and
replace with 40 solar panels on three roof slopes of the rear, detached accessory
structures and bore underground for the electrical conduit to meter boxes on the house.
Proposed layout: Structure 1 - 12 panels (Roof Slope #3 - east facing); Structure 2 - 28
panels (Roof Slope#1 -south facing and Roof Slope#2 -north facing). Ms. Janel Ponder
Smith seconded the motion. The Commission determined the removal and new
construction were in accordance with the Wichita Falls Design Guidelines for Historic
Landmarks and Historic Districts under Sec. 4 Mechanical Equipment standards (item
9) for solar installation and under New Construction standards.
Chairperson Graham asked if anyone from the public would like to make any comments,
and no one came forward with questions or comments. Chairperson Graham took the
motion to a vote; motion passed unanimously 7-0.
IV. Action Item: Design Review— 1505 Buchanan
1) Request authorization to install a ground mounted solar array in rear yard consisting
of 24 modules; mounting under 8ft height.
2) Request to replace the chain-link fence with an 8ft wood privacy fence to limit solar
array visibility. (West Floral Heights HD)
Staff explained this case was requesting new construction involving solar panels.
However, it was the first case to request a ground mounted solar panel system. Staff
showed photos of the area and stated there are three properties involved with this owner
applicant. The subject of the design review is 1505 Buchanan, and the panels are
proposed on the northern section of the double lot. From aerial photos, it was illustrated
the applicant also owns 1507 and 1509 which are vacant. The home is a prairie style
built in 1923. From inventory photos, it was shown the house has not changed much
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since 2007, except for the exterior paint color. This case is before the Landmark
Commission because of the visibility from Buchanan through the side yard to the alley.
Currently there is chain link fencing in the north side yard so any proposed ground
mounted solar panel system would be highly visible. Ms. Karen Montgomery-Gagne
presented a schematic of the proposed plan and showed where the chain-link fence is
requested for replacement with an eight-foot wood privacy fence.
The solar array will be ground mounted, and will not be attached to the contributing
structure; only alteration to the building will be the required new meters/connection. The
utility conduit from the panels to meter box will be underground. Staff referenced the
Commissioner's meeting packet, stating on page 102 there is a site plan illustrating the
proposed ground mounts in relation to the house and new fence placement. It is
anticipated once the privacy fence is erected, the ground mounted solar system should
not be visible from Buchanan there may be some visibility from the alley. Staff added
that using a ground mount system, as opposed to being pole mounted, is an ideal option.
Staff have been looking at some of the best practices around the state regarding solar
panels, especially since they are a newer element and requests are increasing. It is
important to look at how alternative energy can be harnessing yet still make sure
contributing historic structures are not permanently altered/impacted. In this case, the
ground mounted system adheres to the guidelines and there should be very limited
visibility. Ms. Karen Montgomery-Gagne pointed out if the Commission approves this
case, it will trigger building and electrical permits.
Dr. Dawn Ferrell inquired if there are any problems with reflections from the panels, and
the project representative Mr. Gilleland explained the panels are black and now
constructed with low-reflectivity. He then added there were prior studies conducted
about 18 years ago with the flight lines from the airplanes, and they didn't find any issues.
Ms. Ponder Smith asked which sides of the property would have privacy fencing, and
Mr. Gilleland indicated the north side. The height of the fence was discussed, with
questions regarding visibility and the aesthetic of an eight-foot fence with such a low-
profile roof and one-story house. It was also mentioned that if the owner of the properties
ever wanted to change, or remove, the chain-link fence that runs south across the two
vacant lots on the other side of the house, they would have to submit a design case to
the Landmark Commission.
Chairperson Graham made the motion to allow the placement of a ground mounted 24-
panel solar array system at 1505 Buchanan in the north side/rear yard in addition to the
replacement of existing chain link fence that runs parallel with Buchanan St between the
house and the north property line with an 8ft wood, privacy version to reduce visibility of
the solar panel system. Mr. John Dickinson seconded the motion. The Commission
determined the new construction was in accordance with the Wichita Falls Design
Guidelines for Historic Landmarks and Historic Districts under Sec. 4 Mechanical
Equipment standards (item 9) for solar installation and under Landscape & Streetscape
Features (item g) along with New Construction (item 12 - Independent Fences and
Walls) as the fence will be in keeping with established standards in the West Floral
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Heights Historic District. Chairperson Graham asked if there were any comments from
the public, and none were made. Chairperson Graham took the motion to a vote; motion
passed unanimously 7-0.
V. Other Business:
• Chairperson Graham reported that Wichita Theatre is getting ready to put on Titanic — the
musical. They are currently running "Agatha Christie Mousetrap" through April 12th at the
Stage 2 Dinner Theatre.
• The Backdoor Theater held a youth workshop, which went well and was sold out. Their
youth musical is called "Back to the 80's".
• Art walk begins April 3 through September, 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
• Kemp Center for the Arts will present 2025 Cowboy True Exhibit Mar. 28th— May 31 st
• Wichita County Heritage Society - 16th Historic Home Tour April 12th. Homes included were
built 1920's -1930's, in the Morningside, Floral Heights and Country Club areas. Encourage
supporting this ongoing preservation event in Wichita Falls.
• Reminder, May is our historic preservation month, so we will be developing community
projects involving the Landmark Commission; one event is the annual historic marker
demonstration day—training & hands-on work to restore a marker
• May 3"d is Loco Cinco, a Hispanic celebration held at 806 Travis Street.
• St. Patrick's Day Event - great turnout even though it was cool, and rained that morning.
Everyone had a great time.
• Cajun Fest-April 26th in Bud Daniel Park, located at 9th/Ohio.
Ms. Janel Ponder Smith stated there were no West Floral Heights Historic area updates,
but did report that one of the homes is 1500 Hayes Street, will be featured on the Heritage
Society Homes Tour, Carolyn and Bill Looney home, and she was one of the people that
initiated our area becoming a historic district, starting out as just a neighborhood watch,
then it morphed into a lot of work and got declared the city historic district. Ms. Ponder
Smith expressed they are still struggling at trying to get the word out about design
standards/district status to everyone that lives in the historic district and to realtors.
Ms. Montgomery-Gagne discussed coordinating with Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and
Culture for a collective national preservation month proclamation in May with the goal of
raising community awareness, help encourage people to recognize the importance of
history in our community and involve families/organizations. She's also looking for
projects/ideas in the community to help put a focus on preservation.
VI. Adjourn:
Chairperson Graham adjourned the meeting at 12:58 pm and stated the next scheduled
meeting would be April 22, 2025, at 12:00 pm.
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MINUTES
Central Wichita Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Committee
May 13, 2025
PRESENT:
Ann Arnold-Ogden ♦ Member
Whitney Flack ♦Councilor
Jose Garcia ♦ Member
Mike Mitchell ♦Chairman
Terry Floyd, Development Services Director ♦City Staff
Fabian Medellin, Planning Manager ♦City Staff
Christal Cates, Neighborhood Revitalization Coordinator ♦City Staff
ABSENT:
Robert Brooks ♦Councilor
Wendy Browder ♦Vice Chair
GUESTS:
Jack Browne, Planning &Zoning Commission ♦Guest
Fuago, Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts&Culture ♦Guest
Cherie Newman, Property Developer ♦Guest
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Mike Mitchell called the meeting to order at 1 :34 p.m.
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chairman Mitchell asked if any members of the public wished to speak. Mr. Jack
Browne, Planning & Zoning Commission member, stated his trash had still not
been picked up as he had reported at his rental property located at 2405 Tulunar.
Chairman Mitchell stated he was having the same issues with trash not being
picked up.
III. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Mrs. Ann Arnold-Ogden made a motion to approve the minutes as presented from
April 29th, 2025. Councilor, Whitney Flack seconded. Chairman Mitchell asked if
there were any public comments regarding the minutes. There were no public
comments. The motion passed unanimously, 4-0.
IV. REGULAR AGENDA
1. Take action on a recommendation concerning designating the
boundaries the Heart of the Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Area as a
Reinvestment Zone to the City Council
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Chairman Mitchell turned the floor over to staff to discuss designation the
boundaries of the Heart of the Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Area as a
Reinvestment Zone. Staff advised the Committee had previously recommended the
adoption of the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ) to the City Council. One
of the key elements of the NEZ is municipal tax abatement as an incentive. Staff
advised under Texas Tax Law, to be able to offer tax abatements a City must
designate and create a Reinvestment Zone before the NEZ could be adopted by
the City Council and tax abatements offered.
The Committee asked if Reinvestment Zone designation was needed for the other
incentives the NEZ offered and staff advised no, it was only for the tax abatement
portion of the NEZ.
Councilor Flack made a motion to favorably recommend designation the
boundaries of the Heart of the Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Area as a
Reinvestment Zone to the City Council. Mr. Jose Garcia seconded the motion
which passed with a vote of 4-0.
2. Take action on a recommendation concerning the designation and
creation a Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ), located in the Heart
of the Falls Neighborhood Revitalization Area, and directing staff to
implement incentives, strategies, property maintenance codes, and
design guidelines outlined, as an element to the Heart of the Falls
Neighborhood Revitalization Plan as previously adopted by the City
Council
Staff advised the Committee that the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ)
would be familiar to them as it and its key elements, incentives, Design Guidelines,
and Property Maintenance Code had been discussed at length at many previous
meetings. Staff stated they had brought this back to the Committee as they wanted
a formal recommendation to present to City Council for adoption.
Staff advised they only changes since they had last seen the NEZ was verbiage
clarification on the Lien Release Program.
Mrs. Ann Arnold-Ogden made a motion to favorably recommend the Neighborhood
Empowerment Zone (NEZ) for adoption to City Council. Mr. Jose Garcia seconded
the motion which passed with a vote of 4-0.
V. OTHER BUSINESS
1. Updates
A. City Council Update
Staff gave a brief update of Resolution No. 53-2025 passed by the City Council on
May 6th, 2025 which allows for alternative notification methods for the Text Zoning
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Amendment of the Heart of the Falls Neighborhood Overlay (HFNO) District set to
go before the City Council on July 1st, 2025.
B. Artist Update —Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts & Culture
Mrs. Arnold-Ogden gave an update regarding the Bridwell Futsal court murals and
the artist, Mr. Jeremy Jarvis who had to push back his arrival date due to in climate
weather. Mrs. Arnold-Ogden stated Mr. Jarvis is tentatively scheduled to arrive
June 2nd.
VI. ADJOURN
The next regularly scheduled meeting was set for Tuesday, May 27th at 1:30pm at
the Travel Center Conference Room. Mrs. Cates advised she would be on vacation
that day and would not be present as well as several other Committee members.
Staff and Committee discussed canceling the meeting and having a planning
session for a joint neighborhood event on June 7th. Staff stated they would contact
the Committee with more information as that date neared.
Chairman Mitchell adjourned the meeting at 2:17 p.m.
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MEETING AGENDA & NOTES
Project: Public Safety Assessment Committee
Job No: 23023 Date: May 15th, 2025
Location: WFISD Old High
of Wichita Falls—Public Safety Facilities Committee
Committee Meeting#7
Call to Order
a. Chair Mike Battaglino called the meeting to order at 1:00 PM.
Committee Members
Present:
Chair: Mike Battaglino,City Councilor Tyler Methvin, Public Member
Manuel Borrego, Chief of Police Carol Murray, Public Member
Cody Melton, Fire Chief Ford Swanson, Public Member
James McKechnie, Interim City Manager Al Vitolo, Fire Dept./IAFF
Kinley Hegglund, City Attorney Guy Gilmore, Deputy Police Chief
Blake Jurecek, Assistant City Manager Kevin Folmar, Police Dept.
Reno Gustafson, Public Member Ford Swanson, Public Member
Derek Brown, IT/Facilities Manager Steve Wood, BYSP Architects
Design Team:
Steve Wood, BYSP Architects
Absent:
Bobby Whiteley, Public Member
Michael Smith, Public Member
Dave Clark, Public Member
Gina Irwin, BSW
Don Greer, BSW
Tanner Wachsman, Public Member
Minutes Approved
Dr. Lee discussed the future of the WFISD Old High
a. End caps structurally unsound. WFISD board would like to at least keep main core entrance façade
intact.
b. Toured Old High Campus.
c. Chief Borrego discussed limited road access.
Dr. Lee discussed WFISD providing a third-party appraisal for the property.
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1. Other Business Matter
a. No new business.
Adjournment
Meeting was adjourned by Chair Battaglino at 2:07 PM.
Next Meeting For Wichita Falls Public Safety Facilities Committee: June 24th, 2025 at MPEC, Room 6
Secretary: Tyler Methvin
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MINUTES
May 20, 2025
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Christy Graham ■Chairperson
Joel Hartmangruber •Vice-thair
JD Dixon • Member
Bill Enlow •Member
Dr. Dawn Ferrell, Maj. Gen. (retired) •Member
Noros Martin • Member
Janet Ponder Smith ■ Member
John Yates • Member
Terry Floyd, Development Services Director ■ City Staff
Monica Aguon, Assistant City Attorney • City Staff
Robin Marshall, Admin. Assistant • City Staff
Karen Montgomery-Gagne, Principal Planner/HPO • City Staff
ABSENT:
John Dickinson • Member
Whitney Flack ■ Council Liaison
GUESTS:
Matt Bitsche - Wichita Falls Brewing Company ■Applicant
Nick Pave - Eclipse Solar(1500 Buchanan) ■Representative
Sandra Lawson (2806 Ave E) ■Applicant
Danny Lawson (2806 Ave E) ■Applicant
Dylan Bussey-contractor(2806 Ave E) •Repriasentative
I. Call to Order, Introductions and Welcome:
Chairperson Christy Graham called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
Ms. Graham did introductions of Commission members, and guests attending.
II. Review &Approval of Minutes from March 25, 2025:
Chairperson Graham called for review and approval of the March 25, 2025, Landmark
Commission meeting minutes. Ms. Janet Ponder Smith made a motion to approve
the minutes as presented, Mr. John Yates seconded the motion. Minutes were
unanimously approved. 8-0. Chairperson Graham asked if there was anyone from
the public that had comments about the minutes, and there were no comments.
III. Action Item: Design Review Case — 617 7th Street:
Request authorization to install new exterior stairway/fire escape that will provide
upper floor access to abutting building at 701 Indiana Ave. (Depot Square HD)
Applicant: Wichita Falls Brewing Company
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Before presenting the case, Ms. Karen Montgomery-Gagne stated that
Commissioner Jordan Dixon had recused himself due to the fact he is an employee
of SLA Architects and has filed and declared his conflict of interest with the City
Clerk's office for this case, since one of the design professionals is with SLA
Architects.
Staff received a request from Mr. Matt Bitsche, with Wichita Falls Brewing Company,
along with the property owner of 617 7th Street, Los Cuates Enterprises, Mr. Sigala.
They have been working in partnership through a lease agreement to utilize this
property, 617 7th Street, for activities at the brewery. Staff showed photos of the
property and areas around the property, and pointed out the Depot Square Historic
District boundary which is immediately to the east of the brewery building. Archive
photos were presented for reference to get a sense of where the Depot boundary
was in relation to 617 7th Street and 701 Indiana (corner) and impacts to the case.
The district boundary goes around the brewery building at the corner but includes
617 7th Street. There are approximately 18-24 inches of 701 Indiana property that
extends in the district so it's complicated; to ensure items addressed properly, the
owners submitted the design review case for Landmark review. Mr. Noros Martin
requested clarification regarding the historical district downtown and the Depot
Square District. Ms. Montgomery-Gagne informed the Commission there is no
difference —they are considered the same.
In 2023 Landmarks reviewed a request to develop an outdoor beer garden as an
extension of the brewery business. Photos of a Landmark Commission approved
brick wall that was rebuilt at 615 7th street were presented and current photos were
used to show where the proposed exterior staircase/fire escape will be constructed.
Staff highlighted where the staircase will cross the property line, and into the Depot
Square District; also referencing the SLA Architects drawings of the proposed plan
and more detailed views where the staircase/support columns will be located, noting
it will extend approximately another five (or more) feet.
The fire/building code requires the business to have a secondary means of egress
from the building, when they add public space in the second-floor area. The
staircase will have support columns and two landings, and will be constructed of
metal/concrete.
What are the sections of the design review guidelines that are applicable for
consideration with this case—would this new construction be an appropriate addition
to this property? Staff explained this would be an example of mechanical equipment
because it services the building. Unlike most mechanical equipment that is usually
placed on the rear or the side of a building and not as visible, this one will be very
visible because it will be placed in an open patio/beer garden area (even though it
technically is being placed on the rear of the building).
For new construction, it's important to reflect the historical building forms, materials,
and proportions already present within the district. Staff believe this proposed
exterior staircase, the landing, and the columns, will be similar design and materials
to what is already present in the Depot District. Ms. Montgomery-Gagne stated that
one of the key things, as a Certified Local Government with the Texas Historical
Commission, the state wants to know if it is new construction versus a renovation or
remodel.
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Ms. Dawn Ferrell referenced the middle block which has a separate owner, and
asked since the staircase will go into the historical district, which is on the Indiana
property, what will happen in the future if that property is developed? What impact
does that make? Ms. Montgomery-Gagne informed the Commission there was a
private access easement agreement recorded between the owners of the Wichita
Falls Brewing Company and Los Cuates. The Landmark Commission can work with
the property owners with the construction crossing a shared property line because
it's situated in the Central Business District (CBD) and the access easement
agreement. If this were to occur in other zoning districts it would trigger a replat of
the properties as structures are not to cross property lines.
Matt Bitsche described to the Commission some of the components of the
decorative items in the beer garden patio that will be moved to allow for the staircase
and stated that the second-floor doors will not be put in at the same time as the
staircase. The doors will be put in when the second-floor construction is about to
be started to reduce construction activity/debris in the patio area. Mr. Bitsche
clarified there is a front exit from second floor already for emergency use.
Chairperson Christy Graham moved to make a motion to approve the design review
case to install a new exterior staircase/fire escape (metals/concrete) to be partially
placed on 617 7th St. for upper floor access to the abutting building at 701 Indiana
Ave. (outside Depot Square Historic District). Design and construction shall be in
accordance with architectural and engineering plans provided to the Landmark
Commission pending any minor modifications to comply with building/fire codes.
This new construction request was deemed in compliance with Wichita Falls Design
Guidelines based on Sec. 4, No. 9 - Mechanical Equipment and Item E - New
Construction in Historic Districts as presented. Mr. Noros Martin seconded the
motion. Chairperson Graham asked if there were any public comments, and there
were no comments. Chairperson Graham took the motion to vote, and it passed 7-
0 with 1 abstained vote.
IV. Action Item: Design Review—2806 Avenue E.
Request authorization to construct a carport(20x15 x7ft)attached to existing house;
steel framework will be wrapped with cedar; single-slope roof laminated shingles and
all wood surfaces with gutters to direct run-off away from house. (West Floral Heights HD)
Applicants: Danny & Sandra Lawson
Staff presented the case and informed the Commission Mr. & Mrs. Lawson provided
a handout immediately before the meeting requesting an alternate style carport that
would be discussed during the meeting. Staff referenced photos of the property,
noting that it is the only property in the West Floral Heights Historic District that is a
separate lot on the side streets — Ave E. The lot originally had a rear garage
apartment constructed and the front house was never constructed. At some point,
the property was subdivided and the structure fully converted to a house and is now
considered a contributing property. It is located between Grant and Tilden, and it
was considered an undetermined architectural style because typically the main
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houses were at the front of the primary street and had a defined style. It is a stately
two-story structure, but the main property would have been a two or three-story
home built in the 1920's. The home, for today's case, has a pyramidal roof with a
cupola. There was a small one car garage added, that for today's standards would
be considered more of an attached shed as the width does not function for current
vehicle sizes.
Ms. Montgomery-Gagne presented additional inventory photos and pointed out
where the original two bay garage was converted by prior owners to living space.
Staff referenced the proposed, attached carport design in relation to the existing
structure and angled driveway. The angle of the driveway complicates designing
the carport, and the location of the one car garage addition (and how it sits on the
property) is difficult. The owners were proposing the carport be attached just above
the awnings, and there is a row of brick details just above the doors. One of the key
points in the design guidelines is attaching elements to masonry and not to drill
through the bricks but make connection through mortar or grout. Ms. Montgomery-
Gagne noted the proposed design of the carport is 20ft x 15ft. The top of the support
columns would be no more than 8ft and angle to 7ft for water runoff. It should have
the same building limit line as the house, and not extend into the front yard. The
applicants are requesting the carport due to continued damage to their vehicles from
trees on their neighbor's property. The proposed carport will be steel framework and
steel support columns wrapped with cedar. The trim would have some type of wood
material or hardy board. A laminated shingle, which would match with the house
was proposed and it would comply with minimum standards set by the Zoning
Ordinance for a carport. Marant Roofing will be contracted for construction.
Staff pointed out key questions to consider when reviewing the carport proposal's
appropriateness with the design guidelines - How does it fit within the district? How
does it fit on the property? A key item is looking at the height of the proposed
construction, which in this case will only be one story. Look at the design — is it
compatible with the scale of the two-story building? Would the new construction be
appropriate in a historic district? The owners have tried to be very careful in
choosing their materials. It will be metal framed but covered with wood materials
that you would see throughout the district, and not left as visible metal.
Mrs. Lawson came forward to speak to the Commission. She stated that she doesn't
like the design of the proposed carport they submitted for Landmark consideration
— she doesn't want it attached to the house and it will be too costly being covered
with wood material. Mrs. Lawson wants something basic with clean, neat-looking
lines. She noted the challenge of getting in and out of the proposed carport due to
the angled driveway. They have tried to make it work in the way that staff explained
the design guideline standards but are frustrated and just want a carport, and she
stated that they can't afford to do what is required and feel stuck in a position where
they can't protect their property. Mrs. Lawson said she has seen other carports in
the area similar to what she would like to have, so she doesn't understand why they
can't build what they want.
There was discussion about other carports in the area, and what the Lawson's had ,0000
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proposed to the Commission in their application which Mrs. Lawson is now stating
they do not want. With regards to the carport being attached to the house brick, she
low
provided what she thought was required, and Ms. Montgomery-Gagne stated staff
did not stipulate the carport had to be attached to the house but it must blend with
the architectural style of the house and block while using materials common within
the district.
Ms. Janel Ponder Smith, West Floral Heights Historic District landmark liaison,
offered to assist Mr. & Mrs. Lawson with the design of the carport, since what they
proposed in their applicant is not something they intend to pursue constructing. Ms.
Ponder Smith is also chair of the West Floral Heights Historic District Volunteer
Design Review Committee and resides a block from the applicants, and stated she
would be happy to help coordinate a meeting and work with them. Mrs. Lawson
wanted the new design proposal presented at the meeting considered and didn't
want to meet with more committees. The commissioners and staff explained to Mrs.
Lawson they need to see a drawing or design of the proposed carport from the
contractor with all materials listed and dimensions. The Commission cannot vote on
anything until they review the drawings, materials, and know the proposed
dimensions to determine if it meets the design guidelines. They recommended the
Lawson's and their contractor work with Ms. Ponder Smith and staff, get together to
come up with a proposal that will work for everyone and still fit the design standards.
Mr. Noros Martin made a motion to deny this particular design review case at 2806
Avenue E based on the applicants requesting a new design at the meeting void of
any design drawings, materials and new dimensions/placement details. Dr. Ferrell
seconded the motion. Chairperson Graham clarified to the applicants they can
return to the Landmark Commission with another design for a carport, but the carport
proposed in today's case was denied. Chairperson Graham called for a vote on the
motion and it passed 8-0.
V Action Item: Design Review -1500 Buchanan
Request authorization to install 12 solar panels on detached garage roof(south/west
slopes)with underground conduit connection to battery storage in garage. (West Floral
Heights Historic District)
For the record: Commission member Janel Ponder Smith, owner/applicant, has filed
and declared a conflict of interest for this case with the City Clerk's office.
Ms. Montgomery-Gagne stated this case is in the same area of the district, but to the
east at Avenue E and Buchanan, the house in question is a contributing property to
the district, and the style of home is French Eclectic. Staff presented inventory photos
and pointed out pictures taken from the alley of Avenue E, and more photos taken at
the corner of Buchanan and Avenue E, all showing the rear detached garage and
roof slopes. The applicant has tried to be very cognizant of having solar panels
proposed on roof slopes that cannot be seen from the primary street of Buchanan.
Ms. Montgomery-Gagne stated there would be two panels placed on the west roof
slope, which she named roof slope two. The panels on roof slope two will have limited
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visibility from Avenue E. On the south roof slope there will be 10 solar panels
proposed for placement and only visible from the back yard and alley with possible
limited visibility from Avenue E. during the wintertime when trees are without foliage.
Mr. Nick Pavle, Eclipse Solar, provided some analysis to the commissioners, which
showed a mapped area for the panels and where they are proposing to trench to
connect everything for the battery storage. Images depicting the monitoring
automatic shutdown module along with the specifications for the battery storage
system were presented. Staff explained this case came before the commission
because it's new construction and it's addressed under mechanical equipment
standards in the design guidelines. It is recommended solar panels be on the back
of a roof, the ground, or roof of an outbuilding. In this case, solar panels will be placed
in the recommended location on an outbuilding by the alley/side street.
How does it fit within the district and on this property? One key element under the
mechanical standards is that energy efficiency should not override the importance of
the historic designation, character, and architecture. This case would trigger a
building and electrical permit and inspections. Based on looking at the proposal and
the guidelines, staff believe it would adhere to the standards and also best practices
around the state on location, because there should be no visibility from Buchanan,
extremely limited visibility from Grant, and limited visibility along the alley. Our design
standards are to protect the historic nature of the homes in the district, and having
solar panels visible from the primary street (Buchanan) impacts those historic
features. Mr. Pavle came forward to offer additional information, stating battery
storage will be completely powered by phone, and the solar panels are being installed
to keep the batteries charged. The applicant will be on a free weekend plan, and at
night when she has free energy from the power company, her batteries will be
supercharged with free energy. During the day her entire house will be powered by
battery. He added that his company uses LFP technology, which makes the batteries
safer. He noted that everything will be located on the detached garage. The batteries
will be inside that building. Nothing will go on the actual home, and the disconnects
will go out back. All he will have to do is tap into the disconnects. It keeps everything
clean, no piping, no big conduit runs.
Mr. Joel Hartmangruber made a motion to approve the design review case
authorizing the owners of 1500 Buchanan to install 12-solar panels on the rear,
detached garage roof(south slope - 10 panels; west slope 2 panels) that will connect
to the battery storage unit to be placed in the garage. Placement of panels and battery
storage equipment were designed to reduce visibility from Ave E and Grant St with
no visibility anticipated from Buchanan. The construction request was deemed in
compliance with Wichita Falls Design Guidelines based on Sec. 4, No. 9-Mechanical
Equipment and Item E - New Construction in Historic Districts. Mr. Bill Enlow
seconded the motion. Chairperson Graham asked if there were any public comments,
and there were no comments. Chairperson Graham took the motion to vote, and it
was approved with a vote of 7-0 with 1 member abstained from voting.
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VI. Other Business:
Monthly Reports: Chairperson Graham had no updates for the Depot Square HD
monthly report.
Ms. Janel Ponder Smith stated there were no West Floral Heights Historic area
updates, but did say they are still working hard at making residents more familiar with
the historic preservation area program and trying to inform residents within the district
what that means to them as homeowners.
National Preservation Month Activity Report:
Ms. Montgomery-Gagne was pleased to report both the City of Wichita Falls and
Wichita County recognized National Preservation Month with proclamations. On May
7/8th about 15 people came to the Museum of North Texas History to participate in
the annual historic marker demonstration day. It was a collaboration between various
preservation partner agencies, Becky Trammel (Wichita County Historical
Commission Marker Coordinator), WF Alliance for Arts & Culture (Ann Arnold-
Ogden), Karen (Landmark Commission), MSU History Dept. (Dr. Mary Draper) and
Wichita County Heritage Society(Teresa and Delores)as an opportunity to showcase
the importance of history and preserving the marker stories. Volunteers attended a
training (lunch & learn) and then worked in the field restoring a trio of subject markers
in front of the Wichita Co. Courthouse along 7th St and the J.S. Bridwell marker at the
Ag. Center. Staff explained anyone on the Commission or their friends/co-workers
interested in refinishing a THC subject marker should let them know as there is a list
of markers in need of refurbishment and owner permission has already been
obtained. The city has a THC marker refurbishment supply box that can be reserved
for volunteers.
Resources/Training:
Staff highlighted resources available to Commission members, NAPC - National
Alliance of Preservation Commissions allow access to free webinars as part of the
City's organizational membership and it's an excellent source of information.
Administrative Case Updates: Ms. Montgomery-Gagne stated with recent storms
staff are seeing a lot of cases for replacement roofs in Morningside (cases are
information only) and in West Floral Heights. Unless the roof design (slope/pitch),
soffit/fascia elements and/or materials are being altered, roof replacement 'like with
like' can be administratively authorized which helps reduce downtime for the owner.
VII. Adjourn:
Chairperson Graham adjourned the meeting at 1:25 pm and stated the next
scheduled meeting would be June 24, 2025, at 12:00 pm.
Christy Grahehaild4dt,l414)
Chairperson Date
PAGE 7 of 7
AGENDA ITEM NO.6.d
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents
necessary to purchase 144 computer workstations from
UniqueDigital in the amount of $111,429.
INITIATING DEPT: Information Technologies & Facilities
STRATEGIC GOAL: Efficiently Deliver City Services
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Practice Effective Governance
COMMENTARY: The current year FY 2025 budget includes $144,000 to replace 144
computer workstations for City staff. The new Dell workstations will be put into service
over the next several months. The workstations that we are replacing have been in
service for 5 years or longer, are no longer supported by the manufacturer, and have an
outdated Operating System. The Information Technology Staff solicited proposals from
vendors on the State Department of Information Resources (DIR) list for the purchase of
this equipment. We received quotes from 3 different DIR Vendors:
Company Price
UniqueDigital (Dell) $111,429
CDWG (HP) $128,394
Southern Computer Warehouse $131 ,324
Staff recommends approval of the resolution awarding the low bid to UniqueDigital.
® Assistant City Manager
ASSOCIATED INFORMATION: Resolution
® Budget Office Review
® City Attorney Review
® City Manager Approval
PAGE 1 OF 2 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.A
Resolution No.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents
necessary to purchase 144 Dell computer workstations from
UniqueDigital in the amount of$111,429
WHEREAS, the City's 2024-25 budget includes $144,000 to replace 144 computer
workstations that are in excess of 5 years old or older, are no longer supported by the
manufacturer, and have an outdated Operating System; and,
WHEREAS, Bids were received from various State DIR Vendors for the purchase
of these computers.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The City Manager is authorized to execute all documents necessary to
purchase 144 computer workstations from UniqueDigital in the amount of
approximately $111 ,429.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July, 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
PAGE 2 OF 2 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.A
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award bid and contract
for the 2025 Seal Coat Project to Freeman Paving, L.L.C. in the
amount of $500,105.95.
INITIATING DEPT: Public Works
STRATEGIC GOAL: Provide Quality Infrastructure
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: n/a
COMMENTARY: On June 24, 2025, bids were opened for the 2025 Seal Coat Project.
This project is generally described as the seal coat surface treatment of various City
streets and associated work.
The bids received for this project, which include the Base Bid and Add/Alt Nos. 1-6 are
as follows:
COMPANY AMOUNT
Freeman Paving, LLC — Vernon, TX $500,105.95
Construction of this project should require approximately 90 consecutive days to
complete. Adequate funding for this project is available in this year's Street Rehab budget
and in the Property Management's Lake Arrowhead street maintenance budget.
Freeman Paving, LLC has successfully completed similar projects for the city.
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
® Director, Public Works ® Assistant City Manager
ASSOCIATED INFORMATION: Resolution , Bid Tab, Location Maps
® Budget Office Review
® City Attorney Review
® City Manager Approval
PAGE 1 OF 7 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.B
Resolution No.
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to award bid and contract for
the 2025 Seal Coat Project to Freeman Paving, L.L.C. in the amount of
$500,105.95
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls has advertised for bids for the 2025 Seal Coat
Project; and,
WHEREAS, it is found that the lowest responsible bidder is Freeman Paving, LLC,
who made a unit price bid with an estimated total of $500,105.95.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The unit price bid for the 2025 Seal Coat Project is awarded to Freeman Paving,
L.L.C. in an estimated total amount of $500,105.95, and the City Manager is authorized
to execute a contract, in a form approved by the City Attorney, for the City with said
Contractor for the construction of such project.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July, 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.B
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Resolution authorizing the purchase of two (2) 35-foot low floor diesel
buses off the State of Washington Contract to Gillig LLC in the
amount of $1 ,361 ,532.00.
INITIATING DEPT: Traffic & Transportation
STRATEGIC GOAL: Efficiently Deliver City Services
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Practice Effective Governance
COMMENTARY: In the FY 2025 & FY 2026 Public Transportation budget, the
purchase of two replacement buses was identified. The average service life of a City of
Wichita Falls bus, as approved by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), is 12-years
or 500,000 miles. The specifications for these buses are the same as currently used in
the fleet.
These two buses will be used to replace the remaining two 2010 Gillig buses, which will
have close to 700,000 miles on them once these new units arrive. As part of the grant
process, the City of Wichita Falls also requested Transportation Development Credits
from the Texas Department of Transportation. As a result, the two buses are eligible to
be fully paid for using Section 5307 funds. Based on the award of these Transportation
Development Credits, there will be no local match requirements by the City of Wichita
Falls. In other words, the FTA will pay 100% of the $1 ,361 ,532.00 required for the
purchase of these buses. It is anticipated that the buses, once ordered, will be delivered
in approximately 18-20 months.
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
® Assistant City Manager
ASSOCIATED INFORMATION: Resolution; State of Washington Purchase
Authorization
® Budget Office Review:
® City Attorney Review:
® City Manager Approval
PAGE 1 OF 5 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.0
GILLIG
June 30, 2025
Jenny Stevens Transit Administrator
2004 Old Windthorst Road Wichita Falls TX 76301
Dear Jenny,
Thank you for your interest in purchasing (2) 35' Diesel Low Floor Bus by utilizing the
State of WA DES Contract No. 06719-01 .
Attached you will find the price variance/price summary that would pertain to your order.
This price includes the escalation formula as per the recent Amendment #6 that went
into effect 4/1/25.
(2) 35' DIESEL LOW FLOOR BUSES@$680,766.00 each
This price is valid for 90 days and is FOB Wichita Falls TX. Prices exclude any taxes
and license fees. The production start date of this order will begin within 18 — 20 months
from receipt of purchase order.
The current Administration has recently placed substantial tariffs on goods imported into
the United States, and there have been indications that additional or different tariffs may
be imposed. Although we are actively working with our suppliers to determine the
financial impact these tariffs may ultimately have on our material and production costs,
we believe in some cases (bus configuration) it will add a significant cost to the bus
price which GILLIG is unable to absorb. As a valued partner, you have our commitment
and assurance that we will do everything possible to minimize the impact as we
navigate this developing situation. However, contract modifications and price
adjustments will likely be necessary to offset any cost increases due to these tariffs.
We thank you for this opportunity and appreciate your interest in GILLIG and our
products. We at GILLIG look forward to building another order for the City of Wichita
Falls TX and in so doing, continuing to build our lasting partnership. Working together,
GILLIG is confident we can manage the tariff situation and continue to build and deliver
the best transit buses in the industry along with the highest level of customer
satisfaction.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (510) 303-
0202.
Sincerely, Joe Saldana
Regional Sales Manager
PAGE 2 OF 5 PAGES
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.0
Resolution No.
Resolution authorizing the purchase of two (2) 35-foot low floor diesel
buses off the State of Washington Contract to Gillig LLC in the amount
of $1,361,532.00
WHEREAS, Federal Transit Administration allows for piggybacking purchases as
indicated in Section 6.3.3 of its Best Practices Procurement Manual; and,
WHEREAS, State of Washington had solicited and contracted for buses through
Gillig Corporation; and,
WHEREAS, State of Washington has two (2) 35-foot, low floor diesel buses
remaining on its contract with Gillig Corporation; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls has requested and received authorization
from State of Washington to piggyback on the purchase of two 35-foot, low floor diesel
buses that remain on its contract with Gillig Corporation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
City staff is authorized to execute all documents necessary to purchase two (2) 35-
foot, low floor, diesel buses with Gillig LLC through State of Washington contract in the
amount of $1 ,361 ,532.00.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July, 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
PAGE 5 OF 5 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.0
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Resolution authorizing the execution of a Security Services contract
with Cannedy Contemporary Services, Inc., d/b/a Ray Cannedy
Security& Investigations in the amount of$59,943.33 for the Airports
Division for services at Regional Airport.
INITIATING DEPT: Aviation
STRATEGIC GOAL: Provide Quality Infrastructure
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Practice Effective Governance
COMMENTARY: TSA regulations under 49 CFR Part 1542 require airports to maintain
a TSA-approved Airport Security Program, which mandates the presence or availability
of armed law enforcement personnel during screening operations. Compliance with this
requirement ensures continued federal certification and operational safety at Regional
Airport.
The City issued RFP-03-25 and Ray Cannedy Security & Investigations was the
responsive bidder for security services for Regional Airport.
Contracting period is from August 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, and will renew for
yearly terms unless the City terminates.
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
® Airports Administrator ® Deputy City Manager
ASSOCIATED INFORMATION: Resolution
® Budget Office Review
® City Attorney Review
® City Manager Approval
PAGE 1 OF 2 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.D
Resolution No.
Resolution authorizing the execution of a Security Services contract
with Cannedy Contemporary Services, Inc., d/b/a Ray Cannedy
Security & Investigations in the amount of $59,943.33 for the Airports
Division for services at Regional Airport
WHEREAS, TSA regulations under 49 CFR Part 1542 require airports to maintain
a TSA-approved Airport Security Program; and,
WHEREAS, the City issued RFP 03-25 for armed airport security and Ray
Cannedy, hereinafter Contractor, was the responsive bidder for security services at
Regional Airport; and,
WHEREAS, the City Manager is authorized to execute a contract for the City with
said Contractor for the completion of such project in a form as approved by the City
Attorney.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The City Manager is authorized to execute all documents necessary to
execute a contract for security services at Regional Airport with Cannedy
Contemporary Services, Inc., d/b/a Ray Cannedy Security & Investigations
in the amount of $59,943.33 in a form approved by the City Attorney.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
PAGE 2 OF 2 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.D
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Resolution making appointments to various boards and commissions
INITIATING DEPT: City Clerk
STRATEGIC GOAL: Actively Engage and Inform the Public
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Practice Effective Governance
COMMENTARY: The Board and Commission Appointment Subcommittee met on July
8, 2025. The attached Resolution includes their recommendations for Board and
Commission appointments/reappointments.
® City Clerk
ASSOCIATED INFORMATION: Resolution
® Budget Office Review
® City Attorney Review
® City Manager Approval
PAGE 1 OF 3 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.E
Resolution No.
Resolution making appointments to various Boards and Commissions
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls is a Home Rule municipality with the authority
to make appointments to boards and commissions to assist in the governance and
oversight of municipal affairs; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the City to appoint
qualified individuals to boards and commissions; and,
WHEREAS, all appointees meet the eligibility requirements set forth by the City
Charter, City Code of Ordinances, or other governing documents applicable to each board
or commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1 . The following individuals are hereby appointed to serve on the boards and
commissions of the City of Wichita Falls as indicated below, for the terms specified:
(a) 4A Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation
Place 1 — Reno Gustafson, term to expire 09/30/2028
(b) 4B Sales Tax Corporation
Place 1 — Darrell Coleman, term to expire 07/31/2027
Place 2 — Craig Reynolds, term to expire 07/31/2027
Place 5 — Nicholas Schreiber, term to expire 07/31/2027
Place 7 — Stephen Santellana, term to expire 07/31/2027
(c) Helen Farabee Centers Board of Trustees
Place 8 — Jessica Traw, term to expire 08/31/2027
Place 9 — David Cook, term to expire 08/31/2027
(d) Housing Authority Board
Place 1 — Robert Eason, term to expire 07/31/2027
Place 3 — Marvin Peevey, term to expire 07/31/2027
Place 5 — Bobbie Dinwiddie, term to expire 07/31/2027
(e) Library Advisory Board
Place 1 —Amy Bobrowitz, term to expire 07/31/2028
Place 2 — Betty Richie, term to expire 07/31/2028
Place 5 — Replace Aston Pecor with Hope Whitson, term to expire
07/31/2026
Place 8 — Marianne Dowdy, term to expire 07/31/2028
Place 9 - Jordan Campagna Jackson term to expire 07/31/2028
PAGE 2 OF 3 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.E
(f) Tax Increment Financing District, Reinvestment Zone #3
Place 1 — Replace Heather Looney with Robert Brooks, term to expire
12/31/2026
Place 2 — Replace Shamann Smith with Tom Taylor, term to expire
12/31/2025
Place 3 — Replace Jamie Gould with Ray Dixon, term to expire 12/31/2025
Place 5 — Replace Robyn Schreiber with Sandra Gross, term to expire
12/31/2025
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to notify the appointed individuals and ensure
that records of these appointments are maintained in accordance with applicable laws
and policies.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
PAGE 3 OF 3 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.E
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Conduct a public hearing and take action on an ordinance to rezone
+/- 30.23 acres of land from Single Family-1 (SF-1) to Single Family 2
(SF-2) and +/- 9.39 acres of land from Single Family -1 (SF-1) to
General Commercial (GC) zoning district both located at 4700 Gregg
Rd. (43.06 Acres, Block 12, Denton County School Lands, LG2); and
amend the Land Use Plan from Low Density Residential to
Commercial to allow for the construction of standard lot residential
subdivision and commercial development.
INITIATING DEPT: Development Services/ Planning
STRATEGIC GOAL: Accelerate Economic Growth
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Identify and Expand Economic Development Opportunities
If approved, the owner-initiated rezoning request would facilitate commercial and
residential development on a -40-acre tract at the southwest corner of Gregg
Rd/Southwest Parkway (see attached graphics). Doug McCulloch plans to develop
commercial property along the Southwest Parkway frontage and single-family residential
on the remainder of the site. At their June 11 , 2025, meeting the Planning and Zoning
Commission (P&Z) conducted a public hearing on the item and voted unanimously to
recommend approval of the request.
Recommendation
P&Z and staff recommend approval of the ordinance.
® Assistant City Manager ® Development Services Director
ASSOCIATED INFORMATION: Exhibit A - Notification Response Map; Exhibit B -
Zoning & Land Use Map; Ordinance; Attachments 1 & 2.
® Budget Office Review
® City Attorney Review
® City Manager Approval
PAGE 1 OF 6 PAGES
AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.A
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PAGE 2 OF 6 PAGES
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.A
Ordinance No.
Ordinance rezoning +/- 30.23 acres of land from Single Family-1 (SF-
1) to Single Family -2 (SF-2) and +/- 9.39 acres of land from Single
Family -1 (SF-1) to General Commercial (GC) zoning district both
located at 4700 Gregg Rd. (43.06 Acres, Block 12, Denton County
School Lands, LG2); and amend the Land Use Plan from Low Density
Residential to Commercial to allow for the construction of standard lot
residential subdivision and commercial development
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission considered the proposed
zoning change at its June 11 , 2025, meeting, and voted to recommend approval of this
request; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed this request and has determined the
herein described Zoning amendment is in the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
1 . +/- 30.23 acres of land located at 4700 Gregg Rd. (43.06 Acres, Block 12, Denton
County School Lands, LG2) as depicted on the attached map incorporated in this
ordinance as Attachment "1", is hereby rezoned from Single Family -1 (SF-1 ) to Single
Family -2 (SF-2).
2. +/- 9.39 acres of land located at 4700 Gregg Rd. (43.06 Acres, Block 12, Denton
County School Lands, LG2) as depicted on the attached map incorporated in this
ordinance as Attachment "1", is hereby rezoned from Single Family-1 (SF-1)to General
Commercial (GC).
3. The area on the Land Use Map, as depicted on the attached map incorporated in
this ordinance as Attachment "2", is hereby amended to change the area from Low
Density Residential to Commercial.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the day of , 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.A
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances
INITIATING DEPT: Legal
STRATEGIC GOAL: Efficiently Deliver City Services
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Practice effective governance
COMMENTARY: Changes to state law set to take effect on September 1 , 2025, will
increase bidding requirements from $50,000 to $100,000. This prompted the City to
review Sections 2-454 and 2-577 of the Code of Ordinances. During this review,
additional minor updates and corrections were identified and incorporated throughout
Chapter 2. This ordinance amendment has been prepared using the tracked changes
function so that the City Council can see the sections as currently written and the
proposed changes. This amendment includes the following:
Article II — City Council
Division 1 — Generally
• § 2-28. Election; term of office.
o Changed the language to reflect that a candidate must receive a majority of
all votes cast rather than a plurality. If a candidate fails to receive a majority,
Council shall order a runoff election.
• § 2-31 . Designated meetings.
o This section is removed.
o Updated subsequent numbering accordingly.
• § 2-32. Special meetings.
o Updated section number.
o Added an alternative method of meeting notification.
o Removed the location requirement.
Article II — City Council
Division 2 — Council Rules of Procedure and Policies
• § 2-64. Executive sessions (closed meetings).
o Subsection (d) edited to add that Council may authorize the release of
confidential information discussed in executive session with a public
affirmative vote of four members.
• § 2-68. Minutes of meetings.
o Corrected to remove typo of "properly indexed."
• § 2-71 . General procedures.
o Removed subsection (h)(5) requiring a motion to allow public comment.
• § 2-76. Creation of task forces, boards, and commissions.
o Combined subsections (c) and (d).
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.B
o Updated subsequent numbering accordingly.
Article II — City Council
Division 4 — Council Code of Ethics
• § 2-142. Political partisanship.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 1 — Generally
• § 2-421 . Departments created.
o Revised (8) Community Services to Development Services.
o Removed (11) Aviation, Traffic, and Transportation.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 2 — City Manager
• § 2-454. Authority to approve and execute city contracts.
o Increased the contract amount that the city manager is authorized to
execute.
• § 2-456. Transfer of workloads between departments authorized.
o Clarified subsection (b) to specify that the city manager may transfer work
to and from departments under his control.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 4 — Director of Finance
• § 2-516. Appointment.
o Added reference to the City Charter.
• § 2-517. Duties.
o Revised the divisions of which the director shall be in charge.
• § 2-518. Salary and bond.
o Removed statement that salary shall be fixed by Council.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 6 — Department of Law
• § 2-576. Composition.
o Added reference to the City Charter.
o Added subsection (b) stating that salary will be set by Council.
• § 2-577. Duties.
o Added reference to the City Charter.
o Added subsection (b) giving authorization to settle claims and litigation in
amount of $50,000 or less.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 7 — Department of Parks and Recreation
• § 2-609. Bond and salary of director.
o Removed statement that salary shall be fixed by Council.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 9 — Department of Community Development
• Renamed Department of Development Services
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.B
• § 2-672. Divisions.
o Removed Property Management from the divisions of which the director
shall be in charge.
• § 2-673. Duties of director.
o Removed Property Management from the divisions of which the director
shall be in charge.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 10 — Department of Administrative Services
• § 2-701 . Created. — Added property management, human resources, traffic,
aviation, central garage, and public transportation to the responsibilities of this
department.
Article IV — Departments, Officers, and Employees
Division 11 — Department of Aviation, Traffic, and Transportation
• Removed entire division.
Article V - Employee Benefits and Programs
Division 1 — Generally
• § 2-816. Employee Benefit Trust Fund.
o Subsection (b)Appointment of trustees. —added city manager appointee as
a trustee.
• § 2-817. Public holidays designated.
o Added Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Juneteenth, and Veterans Day to the list
of public holidays.
o Changed two floating holidays to one floating holiday.
Article VIII - Claims Against the City
• § 2-1091 . Method of filing claims against the city.
o In subsection (b), Memorial Auditorium building was replaced with City Hall.
Staff recommends approval.
Document Key:
Original Text
Proposed Changes
Excluded I anguage
® City Attorney
ASSOCIATED INFORMATION: Ordinance
® Budget Office Review
® City Attorney Review
® City Manager Approval
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.B
Ordinance No.
Ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls is a home-rule municipality acting under its
Charter pursuant to Article XI, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the
Texas Local Government Code; and,
WHEREAS, Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances required minor revisions to
update antiquated provisions and remove conflicts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
1. Chapter 2 —Administration of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wichita
Falls is hereby amended to read as follows:
ARTICLE II
CITY COUNCIL
DIVISION 1
GENERALLY
§ 2-28. Election; term of office.
(a) The mayor and one councilor shall be elected from the city at large. The other
five councilors shall be elected from the five single-member districts. Any
candidatc for councilor from a-GI+strict must rcccivc a plurality of thc votcs cast for
must cach rcccivc a plurality of thc votcs cast in thc cntirc city. A candidate at an
election for a place on the council or for mayor who shall receive a majority of all
votes cast for the office for which he is a candidate shall be declared elected to
such office. In the event any candidate for an office fails to receive a majority of
all votes cast for all the candidates for such office at such election, the council
shall order a runoff election, to be held in compliance with state law. The two (2)
candidates receiving the highest number of votes for any such office in the first
election shall be placed upon the ballot to be voted on in the runoff election.
(b) The mayor and each councilor, upon election, shall serve a term of three years,
except as provided in Charter section 12, and shall continue to serve until a
successor is duly elected and sworn into office. Members of council elected prior
to 2020 shall serve a term of two years.
§ 2 31. Designated meetings.
In accordance with charter, section 3/1, the regular meeting timcs of the city council
shall be Tst Tuesday and rd T- esdaoreach month � 4n Regular
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§ 2- . Special meetings.
Special meetings of the city council may be called pursuant to charter, section 34.
The only notice to city councilors that shall be necessary to be given of any special
meeting of the city council shall be by telephone to each of the members of the city
council by email to each city council members official city email address.All special
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§ 2- 33. Mayor pro-tem.
The city council will vote to appoint the position of mayor pro-tem in accordance with
authority granted pursuant to Charter section 35. The appointment for this position will
be for a specific member of council for a term of no more than one year. A councilor
can be reappointed for two or more terms at the discretion of the council. The council
retains the right to remove its appointment and appoint someone new at any time and
for any reason regardless if the full one year term has been served.
§ 2- 34. Termination of campaign treasurer appointment by the city clerk.
(a) The city clerk may terminate the campaign treasurer appointment of an inactive
candidate or political committee.
(b) For the purpose of this section, a candidate or political committee is inactive if the
candidate or committee:
(1) Has never filed or has ceased to file reports under chapter 254 of the Texas
Election Code;
(2) In the case of a candidate, has not been elected to an office for which a
candidate is required to file a campaign treasurer appointment with the
authority who is seeking to terminate the candidate's campaign treasurer
appointment; and
(3) Has not filed:
(A) A final report under section 254.065 or 254.125 of the Texas Election
Code; or
(B) A dissolution report under section 254.126 or 254.159 of the Texas
Election Code.
§ 2- Notice of proposed termination of campaign treasurer appointment.
(a) Before the city clerk may consider termination of a campaign treasurer
appointment, the city council must consider the proposed termination in a
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regularly scheduled open meeting.
(b) The city clerk must provide written notice to the affected candidate or committee
at least 30 days before the date which the city clerk will bring the matter before
the city council for approval, and the notice must include:
(1) The proposed termination of the candidate's or committee's campaign
treasurer appointment;
(2) The date, time, and place of the meeting at which the city council will consider
the proposed termination; and
(3) The effect of termination of the candidate's or committee's campaign
treasurer appointment.
(c) The termination of a campaign treasurer appointment under this section shall take
effect on the 30th day after the date of the meeting at which the city council votes
to terminate the appointment.
(d) The city clerk shall promptly notify the affected candidate or political committee
that the appointment has been terminated, and the notice must state the effective
date of the termination.
§ 2- through § 2-50. (Reserved)
DIVISION 2
COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE AND POLICIES
§ 2-64. Executive sessions (closed meetings).
(a) Executive sessions are closed to the public. They are only permitted for the
purpose of discussing matters enumerated in Chapter 551 , Open Meetings Act
of the Texas Government Code. Notice of topics to be discussed during executive
sessions shall be made known to the public in accordance with the requirements
of the Open Meetings Act.
(b) The city council may retire into an executive session as stated on a posted agenda
during a regular or special meeting, or if a motion is duly made and seconded and
affirmed by a majority of the council. However, before said session begins, the
mayor shall announce that the executive session is commencing. The order in
which an executive session may appear on the agenda is subject to the discretion
of the city council. No voting or action shall be taken by the city council during an
executive session. No other subject but that posted on the agenda is to be
considered. Adjournment of the executive session and any vote needed shall be
made during an open public meeting.
(c) Items discussed in executive session are to remain private and confidential.
Disclosing any information (including disclosure of documents presented in
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executive session) is contrary to a council member's fiduciary obligation to the
city and a violation of the rules of order. Except as provided by law, no council
member, staff member or legal counsel may discuss or reveal the proceedings of
an executive session to persons not present during the executive session. In the
event an elected official is absent from the executive session, the mayor, the city
manager or the city attorney may brief the elected official who was absent from
the meeting on the discussion.
(d) Except for information protected by law from disclosure, the council members
may authorize the release of confidential information discussed in executive
session by an affirmative vote of four members made during an open public
meeting.
(e) Additionally, the certified agenda or recording of the executive session is
confidential, and no persons may disclose to a member of the public the certified
agenda or recording of the executive session, except as provided by law. Section
551 .146 of the Texas Government Code makes such an act a class B
misdemeanor and opens the person who reveals such information personally
liable for any damages resulting from such action.
§ 2-68. Minutes of meetings.
The city clerk shall keep an account of all proceedings of the city council and they shall
be open to properly indexed and public inspection in accordance with the laws of the
State of Texas.
§ 2-71. General procedures.
(h) Motions. Motions submitted for a vote shall contain only one question. If two or
more points are involved, any member may require a division, if the question
reasonably allows for a division. Motions may be made and seconded by any
member of the city council except the chair. The most common motions are as
follows:
(1) Amending a motion. If a council member wants to change a basic motion, he
or she would have to make a motion to amend it. A motion to amend might be:
"I move that we amend the motion to include the changes we discussed to the
ordinance." A motion to amend seeks to retain the basic motion on the floor
(a motion made and seconded), but to modify it in some way. It requires the
agreement of the person making the original motion, and this agreement shall
constitute the second required to amend the basic motion. No motion to
amend shall be allowed after a motion has been called for a vote. No motion
or proposition of a subject different from that under consideration shall be
admitted under color of amendment. A motion to amend an amendment shall
be in order, but one to amend an amendment to an amendment shall not be
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in order. Any council member may move to amend a pending motion. No more
than two amendments may be made to a pending motion. The last
amendment shall be voted on first.
(2) Motion to reconsider. A motion to reconsider any action of the city council may
be made, seconded, and voted on not later than the next succeeding voting
agenda meeting of the city council. If reconsideration of the council action has
not been posted on the council agenda for the meeting at which the motion to
reconsider is made, however, actual reconsideration of the item must be
delayed until the next voting agenda meeting after the posting requirements
of the Open Meetings Act are met. A motion to reconsider an action of the city
council may only be made by a member who voted with the prevailing side. It
can be seconded by any member. No question shall be twice reconsidered
except by unanimous vote of the city council, except that action relating to any
contract may be reconsidered at any time before the final execution thereof.
(3) The previous question. When the previous question is moved and seconded,
it shall be put as follows: "Shall the main question be now put?" There shall
be no further amendment or debate, but pending amendments shall be put
in their order before the main question. If the motion for the previous question
is lost, the main question remains before the city council. An affirmative vote
of two-thirds of the city council members present shall be required to approve
the previous question. (To demand the previous question is equivalent in
effect to moving "that debate now cease, and the city council immediately
proceed to vote on the pending motion." In practice, this is done with the
phrase "call for the question," or by simply saying "question.")
(4) Motion to table. This motion, if passed, requires discussion of the agenda
item to be halted immediately, and the agenda item to be placed on hold.
The motion may contain a specific time to bring the item up again, or it may
not specify a time. If no time is specified, the item should be placed on the
agenda at the following regularly scheduled council meeting.
(5) Motion to allow public commcnt. This motion, if passcd, rcquircs thc chair to
allow pi blic comrmrrce-rnt eyee-rn tho itch a pi blic hearing magi nn o red
undcr thc law.
§ 2-76. Creation of task forces, boards and commissions.
(c) Council members as liaison to boards and commissions. The mayor shall
assign one or more council members to serve as liaisons to boards,
commissions, and other entities. No more than three council members,
including the mayor, may attend a meeting of any board or commission
unless the meeting is a joint city council meeting that complies with the Texas
Open Meetings laws. The liaison or liaisons to a board or commission have
priority over any other council members who wish to attend. Other than
liaisons who have priority; attendance by a council member at any board or
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commission meeting is on a first come, first served basis. If a council member
who is a liaison to a board or commission knows he or she will not be in
attendance at a meeting, he or she should notify the mayor as soon as
possible so that other council members will have an opportunity to attend.
(d) i incil member who is a liaison to hoard or commission knows he
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or shc will not be in attcndancc at a mccting, he or shc should notify the
rmrraayor asrsoon as possible so t other i incil mmemuers mill ha e an
opportunity to attend. lT
(e) Vote to modify action. The council, by a vote of four members, may modify
any action taken by the mayor under this section.
{fKg.; Attendance at public functions. If the mayor is unable to attend a public
function, the mayor pro tem may attend. If both the mayor and the mayor pro
tem are unable to attend, the mayor pro tem shall request another member
of the council to attend.
ARTICLE IV
DEPARTMENTS, OFFICERS, AND EMPLOYEES
DIVISION 1
GENERALLY
§ 2-421. Departments created.
The following administrative departments are created and shall be responsible to the
city manager unless otherwise provided in this Code or by the Charter:
(1) Administrative Services.
(2) City Clerk.
(3) Finance.
(4) Fire.
(5) Health.
(6) Law.
(7) Parks and Recreation.
(8) Community Development Services.
(9) Police.
(10) Public Works.
(11)Aviation, Traffic and Tra-a
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DIVISION 2
CITY MANAGER
§ 2-454. Authority to approve and execute city contracts.
The city manager or his designee is authorized to execute city contracts in an
amount not to exceed $50,000.00 1 UU,UUU.0I. and change orders to city contracts in
an amount not to exceed the maximum allowable amount under state law.
§ 2-456. Transfer of work loads between departments authorized.
(a) In order to expedite the work of any city department or to adequately administer
an increase in the duties which may devolve on any department or to cope with
periodic or seasonal changes, the city manager is empowered to transfer
employees temporarily from one department to perform similar duties in another
department. Likewise, each department director shall have power to transfer
employees from one bureau or division to another within his department.
(b) The city manager may direct any department or bureau unaer ills control pursuant
to the Charte to perform work for any other department or bureau.
DIVISION 4
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
§ 2-516. Appointment.
The director of finance shall be appointed by the city manager. [City Charter, Part VI I I.
601
§ 2-517. Duties.
(a) The director of finance shall perform such duties as are prescribed by the
Charter and city ordinances and the laws of the state and such other duties as
may be prescribed by the city manager.
(b) The director of finance shall have authority to sell such personal city property
as, in the opinion of the city manager, shall not be needed for further public
use.
(c) The director of finance shall be in charge of information systems purchasing
finance, and accounting. finance ,,,,,,accounting, purchasing, and other
departments and functions as determined by the City Manager.
§ 2-518. Salary and bond.
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The salary of thc dircctor of financc shall bc fixcd by thc city council. The director of
finance shall, before entering upon his duties, execute a good and sufficient bond in
such amount as may be set by the city council, payable to the city and conditioned for
the faithful performance of the duties of office. Such bond shall be in all respects
approved by the city council.
DIVISION 6
DEPARTMENT OF LAW
§ 2-576. Composition.
The Department of Law shall consist of the city attorney and such assistant
city attorneys and other subordinates appointed by him as shall be authorized by the
city council. jCity Charter, Part VIII, § 601
b) The salary of the City Attorney shall be set by the City Council.
§ 2-577. Duties.
Duties of the Law Department shall be those prescribed by the Charter and such
other duties as have been fixed by ordinance and as shall be required by the City
Council. 'µCity Charter, hart VIII, § 641
b) The City Attorney is authorized to settle claims and litigation against the City in an
amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
DIVISION 7
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
§ 2-609. Bond and salary of director.
The director of parks and recreation, before entering upon the duties of office, shall
execute a good and sufficient surety company bond in such amount as may be set by
the city council, payable to the city, conditioned for the faithful performance of the
duties of office. The premium of such bond shall be paid by the city.
(b) Thc salary of thc dircctor shall bc fixcd by thc city council.
DIVISION 9
DEPARTMENT OF f OMMI INITY DEVE OPME iTDEVELOPMENT SERVICES
§ 2-671. Created; director.
There is created a Department of Community Development Development Services,
which shall be under the supervision of the director of community
developmentdevelopment services. The director shall be appointed by the city
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manager and shall be directed by and responsible to the city manager.
§ 2-672. Divisions.
Divisions of the Department of Community DevelopmentDevelopment Services shall
be as follows:
(1) Planning.
(2) Building inspections.
(3) Code enforcement.
(4) Housing.
(5) Property managcmcnt.
§ 2-673. Duties of director.
(a) The director of community dcvclopmcntdevelopment services shall be charged
with the supervision of the Department of Community DevelopmentDevelopment
661 VICCS. The director shall be in charge of divisions and their responsibilities as
follows:
(1) A Planning Division that is charged with the administration of codes and
ordinances related to development and other codes, ordinances, processes
and actions as assigned by the director. There shall be established a person
under the direction of the director known as the city planning administrator,
and any reference in this Code or other code to planning director shall be
held to mean the city planning administrator.
(2) A building inspections division that is charged with the administration of
various codes and regulations associated with the building industry and other
actions or processes as determined necessary by the director. There shall
be established a person under the direction of the director known as the
building code administrator, and any reference in this Code or other code to
building official shall be held to mean the building code administrator.
(3) A housing division responsible for the provision of housing, housing
opportunities and processes or actions regarding the development of
opportunities and programs associated with various grants or other such
sources following applicable federal or state regulations or as determined by
the director. There shall be established a person under the direction of the
director known as the housing administrator, and any reference in this Code
or other code to another title for this person shall be held to mean the housing
administrator.
(4) A code enforcement division responsible for the enforcement of various
codes and ordinances involving violations thereof. There shall be established
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a person under the direction of the director known as the code enforcement
supervisor, and any reference in this Code or other code to another title for
this person shall be held to mean the code enforcement supervisor.
(5) A property managcmcnt division chargcd with thc salc of city property,
thc acquisition of property, acting as trustcc of propertics, lakc lot
administration, and othcr associatcd responsibilitics as may bc
determined by,the
� director. There shall be established a person undcr thc
dd-iirection till rector n^crrvvv-rnrasr pr^pert i Tistrato , anand
rcfcrcncc in this Codc or othcr codc to anothcr titic for this person shall
bc hcld to mcan the property administrator.
(b) The director may organize responsibilities and duties of these divisions, create
or consolidate activities of divisions, and may thereby increase or decrease
the number and responsibilities of divisions. The director shall provide the
necessary and appropriate staff to carry out processes and actions in support
of city-sponsored programs and boards and commissions as directed by the
city manager. The director shall develop programs, activities and processes
related to economic and area development and redevelopment. The director
may serve on boards and commissions of for-profit, not-for-profit and nonprofit
organizations as necessary. The director shall perform other duties as defined
by the city manager or as required by ordinance.
DIVISION 10
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
§ 2-701. Created.
There is created a department of administrative services, which shall be under the
supervision of the city manager, who shall delegate the responsibilities of the
department as necessary. These responsibilities include control over personnel, risk
management, building maintenance, the municipal golf course, public information,
municipal court, employee benefits administration, property management, human
resources, trc °lic, aviation, central garage, public transportation, and other such
functions as may be assigned.
DIVISION 11
DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION, TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION
§ 2-731. Created; director.
under the supervision of the director of aviation, traffic and t-ran p^ do Such
direc - shall be �� b y �� i er and shall be directed b d
crrrcc arrcrn--Fs� f-'f-'"���r J' ���`^��`^y c�arrcr cc cc
rcsponsiblc to thc city managcr.
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§ 2 732. Duties of director; divisions.
(a) The dircctor of thc Dcpartmcnt of Aviation, Traffic and Transportation shall bc
charged with the supervision of the Department of Aviation, Traffic and
Transportation.
(b) The director of the Department of Aviation, Traffic and Transportation shall bc
chargcd with thc supervision of aviation, traffic, thc ccntral garagc and operation
of the public transportation systcm.
(c) The Department of Aviation, Traffic a-nd-T- po tion—s-1�I-" tithe fo"^ g
divisions:
{1) Traffic.
(2) Aviation.
(3) Central garage.
(1I) Public transportation.
ARTICLE V
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND PROGRAMS
DIVISION 1
GENERALLY
§ 2-816. Employee Benefit Trust Fund.
(a) Created. That certain agreement and declaration of trust, a copy of which is on
file in the City Clerk's office and made a part of this section, establishing an
employee benefit trust for the city is approved. The members of the Trust
Committee, appointed as provided in subsection (b)of this section, are authorized
to execute the agreement for the city.
(b) Appointment of trustees. The city manager, director of finance, city attorney, _ply
manager appointee, and personnel officer (human resources manager) are
appointed as trustees and shall be known as the Trust Committee.
(c) Trust Committee authorized to utilize city resources. Each trustee, and the Trust
Committee as a whole is authorized to utilize city resources in conducting the
business of the employee benefit trust. The Trust Committee may establish
reasonable fees to be paid to the city for the use of such resources.
§ 2-817. Public holidays designated.
(a) Public holidays of the city shall mean the following days only:
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(1) January 1 , or New Year's Day.
(1)(2)Third Monday in January, or Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
(2)(3)Third Monday in February, or Presidents Day.
(3) . Last Monday in May, or Memorial Day.
('1)(5)June ..I6, or Juneteentn
(5)L, July 4, or Independence Day.
(6)gjFirst Monday in September, or Labor Day.
(7)(8)November 11, or Veterans Day
(8) `Fourth Thursday in November, or Thanksgiving Day, and the following
Friday.
(9)(10) December 24, or Christmas Eve.
(10)(11) December 25, or Christmas Day.
(11)(12) Two One floating holidays.
(b) When any one of the days listed in subsection (a) of this section falls on
Sunday, the Monday following such day shall be declared a holiday. When
any one of such days falls on Saturday, the Friday preceding such day shall
be declared a holiday.
ARTICLE VIII
CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY
§ 2-1091. Method of filing claims against the city.
(a) The city shall never be liable for damages of any kind for property damage or for
personal injury, whether such personal injury results in death or not, unless the
person damaged or injured or someone in his behalf or, if the injury results in
death, the person who may have a cause of action under the law because of such
death or injury shall, within 45 days after the date the damage or injury occurred,
give sworn notice in writing to the city of the claim for damages, which notice shall
state the following facts specifically and in detail:
(1) A detailed description of the incident and any damage or injury resulting from
the incident, including:
a. The location where the alleged incident and any damages or injury
occurred.
b. The date and time of the alleged incident and of the assessment of any
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damages or injury.
c. How the incident occurred and the manner by which any damage or
injury also occurred.
(2) The nature and extent of the damage or injury sustained.
(3) The amount of money damages sustained, and the amount for which the
claimant will settle the claim.
(4) The actual residence of the claimant by street and number, city and state, on
the date the claim is presented, and the actual residence of such claimant
for six months immediately preceding the occurrence of such damage or
injury.
(5) The names and addresses of all persons who, according to the knowledge
or information of the claimant, witnessed the occurrence which caused the
damage or injury.
(b) All notices required by this section shall be given to the city by delivering a copy
to the city clerk in the Mcmorial Auditorium building City Hal in the city, and such
notices shall be effective only when actually received in the office of the City Clerk.
(c) The failure to notify the city of a claim within the time and in the manner specified
in this section shall exonerate, excuse, and exempt the city from any liability
whatsoever because of such damages or injuries.
2. This ordinance modifying Chapter 2 shall go into effect on September 1 ,
2025.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July, 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: Ordinance appropriating $2,058,958 in Federal Transit
Administration funds and $391 ,626 in State Funds for the FY 2025
Section 5307 Transit System and authorizing the City Manager to
execute all necessary funding agreements related hereto.
INITIATING DEPT: Traffic, & Transportation
STRATEGIC GOAL: Efficiently Deliver City Services
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Practice Effective Government
COMMENTARY: The City's bus system funded annually through a combination of
federal, state, and local funds, in addition to fare revenue and advertising. The City will
receive its annual allocation of $2,058,958 in federal public transportation funds for the
federal FY 2025 year. The State of Texas public transportation grant for FY 2025 allocates
$391 ,626 to the City of Wichita Falls, which brings the combined total federal and state
grant allocation to $2,450,584 for the fiscal year.
Locally, the transit system will provide $300,000 in fare box revenue for the grant year.
In addition, $85,000 in advertising revenue, as well as $120,000 in anticipated revenue
from Midwestern State University and Work Services Corporation for contracted public
services for the fiscal year. WFTS also anticipates generating approximately $14,000 in
revenue from the operations of the Wichita Falls Travel Center. For the purpose of these
grants, General Fund contribution is estimated at $380,202 for our local match and in-
kind services for the one-year period.
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.0
Ordinance No.
Ordinance appropriating $2,058,958 in Federal Transit Administration
funds and $391,626 in State Funds for the FY 2025 Section 5307
Transit System and authorizing the City Manager to execute all
necessary funding agreements related hereto
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls received notification from the Federal Transit
Administration and Texas Department of Transportation for Section 5307 FY 2025
funding in the amount of $2,450,584; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable to budget these grant funds for the operation and capital
improvements of the Wichita Falls Transit System; and,
WHEREAS, the resulting General Fund, Fare Box Revenue and other support for
the local subsidy required for operating the Wichita Falls Transit System for the 2025
fiscal year is anticipated to be $899,202.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The City Manager is authorized to accept FY 2025 Federal Transit Administration
and Texas Department of Transportation funding, with changes thereto in a form
approved by the City Attorney.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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FY 2025 Funding Summary
Local
CATEGORY TOTAL FEDERAL STATE LOCAL check sum Contribution
Capital 80/20 1,326,374 1,061,099 265,275 1,326,374 265,275
Planning 80/20 0 0 0 0 0
Operating 50/50 1,723,412 861,706 391,626 470,080 1,723,412 470,080
TDC(NOT CASH) 136,153 136,153 136,153 3,049,786 136,153 TDC Contribution
TOTAL 3,441,412 2,0511g58 391,626 599,202 599,202 Local Contribution
FTA funds available for programming: $2,058,958 300,000 Fare box recovery
check sum 3,441,412 $391,626 $599,202 899,202 Total Local match
This total includes TDC
Trawl Cent. 14,000 set
Farebox 300,000 set
Gen. Fund 380,202 variable
120,000 set II
Ttl. Local 899,202
Min. Req. 899,202
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 8.0
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
July 15, 2025
ITEM/SUBJECT: A Resolution of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, Suspending the July
31 , 2025 Effective Date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company's
Requested Rate Change to Permit the City Time to Study the
Request and to Establish Reasonable Rates; Approving Cooperation
with the Steering Committee of Cities Served by Oncor to Hire Legal
and Consulting Services and to Negotiate with the Company and
Direct Any Necessary Litigation and Appeals; Finding that the
Meeting at which this Resolution is Passed is Open to the Public as
Required by Law; Requiring Notice of this Resolution to the
Company and Legal Counsel for the Steering Committee.
INITIATING DEPT: Legal
STRATEGIC GOAL: Efficiently Deliver City Services
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE: Practice effective governance
COMMENTARY: On June 26, 2025, Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC ("Oncor"
or "Company") filed an application with cities retaining original jurisdiction seeking to
increase system-wide transmission and distribution rates by about $834 million or
approximately 13% over present revenues. The Company asks the City to approve a
12.3% increase in residential rates and a 51 .0% increase in street lighting rates. If
approved, an average residential customer would see a monthly bill increase of about
$7.90.
This resolution would suspend the July 31 , 2025 effective date of the Company's rate
increase for the maximum period permitted by law to allow the City, working in conjunction
with the Steering Committee of Cities Served by Oncor, to evaluate the filing, determine
whether the filing complies with law, and if lawful, to determine what further strategy,
including settlement, to pursue.
The law provides that a rate request made by an electric utility cannot become effective
until at least 35 days following the filing of the application to change rates. The law
permits the City to suspend the rate change for 90 days after the date the rate change
would otherwise be effective. If the City fails to take some action regarding the filing
before the effective date, Oncor's rate request is deemed administratively
approved.
The City is a member of a 170-city coalition known as the Steering Committee of Cities
Served by Oncor ("Steering Committee"). The Steering Committee has been in existence
since the late 1980s. It took on a formal structure in the early 1990s when cities served
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by the former TXU gave up their statutory right to rate case expense reimbursement in
exchange for higher franchise fee payments. Empowered by city resolutions and funded
by per capita assessments, the Steering Committee has been the primary public interest
advocate before the Public Utility Commission, the Courts, and the Legislature on electric
utility regulation matters for the last 30 years.
Although Oncor has increased rates many times over the past few years, this is the
Company's first comprehensive base rate case since May 2022.
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
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Resolution No.
A Resolution of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, Suspending the July
31, 2025 Effective Date of Oncor Electric Delivery Company's
Requested Rate Change to Permit the City Time to Study the Request
and to Establish Reasonable Rates; Approving Cooperation with the
Steering Committee of Cities Served by Oncor to Hire Legal and
Consulting Services and to Negotiate with the Company and Direct
Any Necessary Litigation and Appeals; Finding that the Meeting at
which this Resolution is Passed is Open to the Public as Required by
Law; Requiring Notice of this Resolution to the Company and Legal
Counsel for the Steering Committee
WHEREAS, on or about June 26, 2025, Oncor Electric Delivery Company (Oncor),
pursuant to PURA §§ 33.001 and 36.001 filed with the City of Wichita Falls a Statement
of Intent to increase electric transmission and distribution rates in all municipalities
exercising original jurisdiction within its service area effective July 31 , 2025; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls is a member of the Steering Committee of
Cities Served by Oncor ("Steering Committee") and will cooperate with the 170 similarly
situated city members and other city participants in conducting a review of the Company's
application and to hire and direct legal counsel and consultants and to prepare a common
response and to negotiate with the Company prior to getting reasonable rates and direct
any necessary litigation; and,
WHEREAS, PURA § 36.108 grants local regulatory authorities the right to suspend
the effective date of proposed rate changes for ninety (90) days after the date the rate
change would otherwise be effective; and,
WHEREAS, PURA § 33.023 provides that costs incurred by Cities in ratemaking
proceedings are to be reimbursed by the regulated utility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS:
1 . That the July 31 , 2025, effective date of the rate request submitted by Oncor
on or about June 26, 2025, be suspended for the maximum period allowed by law to
permit adequate time to review the proposed changes and to establish reasonable rates.
2. As indicated in the City's resolution approving membership in the Steering
Committee, the Executive Committee of Steering Committee is authorized to hire and
direct legal counsel and consultants, negotiate with the Company, make
recommendations regarding reasonable rates, and to intervene and direct any necessary
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administrative proceedings or court litigation associated with an appeal of a rate
ordinance and the rate case filed with the City or Public Utility Commission.
3. That the City's reasonable rate case expenses shall be reimbursed by
Oncor.
4. That it is hereby officially found and determined that the meeting at which
this Resolution is passed is open to the public as required by law, and the public notice
of the time, place, and purpose of said meeting was given as required.
5. A copy of this Resolution shall be sent to Oncor Electric Delivery Company
LLC, 1616 Woodall Rodgers Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75202, and to Thomas Brocato,
Counsel to the Steering Committee, at Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle & Townsend, P.C., P.O.
Box 1725, Austin, Texas 78767-1725.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 15th day of July, 2025.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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