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7 • Regular AgendaCity of Bedford (Tarrant County)

7. Take any action necessary as a result of the Executive Session.

Presented in: City of Bedford City Council - September 22, 2026 on 2026-09-22
Meeting Agenda PDF

Official Roll-Call Vote

Routine / Procedural • 0.0 Score Impact
PASSED (7 - 0)
“Motion on 7. Take any action necessary as a result of the Executive Session.”
DC
Dan Cogan
Mayor (At-Large)
YES
ND
Nichelle Dawkins
Councilmember, Place 1 (Place 1)
YES
JD
Joy Donovan Brandon
Councilmember, Place 2 (Place 2)
YES
AS
Amy Sabol
Councilmember, Place 3 (Place 3)
YES
SL
Shelly Lemman
Councilmember, Place 4 (Place 4)
YES
SF
Steve Farco
Councilmember, Place 5 (Place 5)
YES
RG
Rob Gagliardi
Councilmember, Place 6 (Place 6)
YES

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

(Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code, the City Council reserves the right to consult in a closed meeting with its attorney and to receive legal advice regarding any item listed ADJOURNMENT CERTIFICATION I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted on the outside window in a display cabinet at the City Hall of the City of Bedford, Texas, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public at all times, and said Notice was posted by the following date and time: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., and remained so posted at least 3 business days before said meeting convened. Michael Wells, City Secretary Date Notice Removed (Auxiliary aids and services are available to a person when necessary to afford an equal opportunity to participate in City f unctions and activities. Auxiliary aids and services or accommodations must be requested in writing to the City Secretary’s Office a minimum of seventy-two hours (72) hours prior to the scheduled starting time of the posted meeting. Requests can be delivered in person or mailed to the City Secretary’s Office at 2000 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford, TX 76021, o r emailed to citysecretary@bedfordtx.gov . Some requests may take longer due to the nature, extent and/or availability of such auxiliary aids, services or accommodations.) Pursuant to Sec.551.043(c) Texas Government Code Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and Taxpayer Impact Statement Pursuant to Sec.551.043(c) Texas Government Code Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget and Taxpayer Impact Statement PRESENTER: Bobby LaPenna, Police Chief Mark Long, Assistant City Manger DATE: 09/22/26 Council Recognition ITEM: Employee Service Recognition DISCUSSION: The following employees have completed a service period and are eligible for recognition: Eric Perez Police 10 years Dale Dawson Senior Center 30 years ATTACHMENTS: N/A PRESENTER: Dan Cogan, Mayor DATE: 09/22/26 Council Recognition ITEM: Proclamation recognizing National Night Out in the City of Bedford. DISCUSSION: The 43rd Annual National Night Out is a unique , inexpensive crime/drug prevention event scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, 2026. National Night Out was designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness , generate support and participation in local anti -crime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police -community partnerships, and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. In the evening hours on October 6 , Bedford residents are asked to turn on outside lights and safely interact with neighbors. Many neighborhoods throughout Bedford host a variety of special events , such as block parties, and cookouts. The Bedford Police Department appreciates the support of National Night Out and encourages the adhering to safety precautions. Chief Bobby LaPenna will accept the proclamation. ATTACHMENTS: Proclamation WHEREAS, National Night Out, “America

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