City of Carrollton City Council Regular Worksession & Meeting - July 11, 2025\n\n[Discrepancy Note: The official agenda and transcript for this proceeding list the date as July 8, 2025. The date July 11, 2025 is used here per the summary generation instructions provided.]\n\nThe Carrollton City Council met for a Worksession and Regular Meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Christopher Axberg and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Daisy Palomo served in their new roles. The Council approved a consent agenda, adopted a major construction code update, approved the annual Community Development Block Grant plan, and approved the Harcourt mixed-use development. The meeting experienced technical issues with the new audio/visual system.\n\n### Consent Calendar\n- Minutes: Approved minutes from June 3 and June 17 meetings.\n- Contracts & Agreements: Authorized purchases including P25 radio equipment from Motorola ($428,895.97), prefabricated restrooms ($662,250.50) and electrical work ($129,529.40) for McInnish and Josey Ranch complexes, golf course equipment (three Toro mowers, $309,162.85; eleven John Deere Gators, $135,331.71), a police K-9 Chevrolet Tahoe ($86,939.38), and a Public Works Ford F-350 truck ($121,404.77).\n- Oncor Rate Increase: Suspended the July 31 effective date of an Oncor Electric Delivery Company rate request (proposing a 12.3% residential increase and 51% street lighting increase, averaging ~$7.90/month per residential customer) to permit negotiation via the Steering Committee of Cities and to direct litigation if necessary.\n- Hazard Mitigation: Adopted the 2025 Dallas County Hazard Mitigation Plan update.\n- Woodlake Easement: Authorized acquisition of a parking lot easement from Holy Covenant United Methodist Church ($167,841) for the Woodlake Lake Enhancements Phase 1 Project.\n- Professional Services: Approved a contract amendment with Magee Architects ($7,465) and a $1,000,000 aggregate authorization for geotechnical and materials testing services with four firms (Braun Intertec, ECS Southwest, Henley-Johnston, Terracon).\n\n### Public Comments & Testimony\n- The Harcourt Development (Items 26 & 27): Two speakers voiced opposition. Rick Vidal (Lewisville) argued the proposed density and traffic generation would exacerbate severe congestion at the Parker Road and Josey Lane intersection, noting that it already takes several light cycles to navigate. Matthew Nichols (The Colony) opposed the high density, stating the intersection cannot support the added population and that lower residential density or continued office use would be more appropriate.\n- Public Forum: Rick Vidovich made a statement criticizing the city manager and city secretary, alleging misconduct and improper handling of past incidents.\n\n### Discussion Items\n- CFBISD Update: Lori Parker (Communications Relations Administrator) and Isaiah Young (Blaylock Middle School Principal) presented. Highlights included completion of consolidation efforts, bond-funded renovations at Blaylock Middle School (instructional, special education, and athletic facilities) and Turner High School (HVAC), and the planned demolition of the former Huey and Sheffield campuses. The district announced a back-to-school fest for August 2.\n- 2024 International Construction Codes & 2023 National Electrical Code: Director of Development Services Brett King presented the adoption ordinance. The codes, which include regional amendments from the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) to ensure regional uniformity, are set to take effect on September 1, 2025. King noted the update improves public safety (including updated wind/tornado loads and carbon monoxide detection) and aligns closely with neighboring jurisdictions. The Property Standards Board recommended approval.\n- Mayor and Council Reports: The Mayor expressed condolences for lives lost in South Central Texas floods and noted staff had tied green ribbons in support. Councilmember Palomo reported on Juneteenth celebrations and cleanup efforts at the historic Carrollton Black Cemetery, requesting further investigation into land ownership, chain of title, and establishing dignified markers.\n- Technical Issues: Staff noted the meeting was not live-streamed due to an external outage but was recorded. The new voting system experienced a temporary glitch, requiring a roll call for initial votes.\n\n### Key Outcomes\n- Proclamation: Declared July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month.\n- CDBG Action Plan (Item 24): Approved the Program Year 2025 Community Development Block Grant One-Year Plan of Action and Budget, utilizing $755,813 in new HUD funding plus $572,537 in prior year funds. Allocations include $600,000 for infrastructure, $190,000 for parks, $135,000 for housing rehabilitation, $113,350 for social services (Metrocrest Services and Woven Health Clinic), $100,000 for City Hall accessibility, $90,000 for code enforcement, and $50,000 for Phase 2 of the Carrollton Black Cemetery project. (Vote: 7-0).\n- The Harcourt Future Land Use Map Amendment (Item 26): Approved changing the land use designation for a 27.3-acre tract at the southwest corner of Josey Lane and Parker Road from Office/Commercial Low-Intensity to Multi-Family Residential and Commercial Medium-Intensity. (Vote: 7-0).\n- The Harcourt Rezone (Item 27): Approved a Planned Development (PD) rezoning to allow 763 multifamily units (density of 38 units/acre, maximum 60 ft height), 20,000 sq ft of retail, a gas station, and a drive-through restaurant. The developer will construct deceleration lanes and turn bays based on a required traffic impact analysis. (Vote: 7-0).\n- CBD-Vape Shop Special Use Permit (Item 28): Approved an SUP for a smoke shop retailer at 1712 W. Frankford Road, Suite 106, with stipulated hours of operation between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM. (Vote: 5-2; Councilmembers Palacios and Klein dissenting).\n- Upcoming Retreat: Announced for July 25-26 at the Crosby Recreation Center to review council goals, the budget, and the bond program.