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David Reid

Councilmember, Place 3
City of Farmers Branch

Elected Councilmember, Place 3 for City of Farmers Branch.

david.reid@farmersbranchtx.gov214-790-6969
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 45.5/100▼ -1.8 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #26839 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
45.4/100
Regulatory Restraint
46.2/100
Lone Dissents
0

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 2026 City of Farmers Branch Official General Election Canvass (2026-05-12)
Councilmember, Place 3
ELECTED / WON
David Reid (Current Profile)100.0% (4,245 votes)
Early Voting: 2,589Election Day: 1,443Mail Ballots: 213

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes
1597
Yes Votes
1585 (99%)
No / Dissenting Votes
12 (1%)
Abstentions
0

Recorded Public Votes Log

Ordered from most impactful to Freedom Score to least impactful
#1VOTED: YES-9.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving a motion to place a proposal to adopt a maximum property tax rate of $0.608512 on the City Council agenda for September 15, 2026, and schedule a public hearing on the property tax rate for September 15, 2026, both meetings to be held at
#2VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-17
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4016 accepting the Tax Year 2026 Certification of Appraisal Roll in accordance with Section 26.04(b) of the State Property Tax Code and to levy and adopt the tax rate for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (Tax Year 2026) in accordance wi
#3VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-17
Ordinance No. 4016 Tax Rate 2026
#4VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-15
Conduct a public hearing and schedule the adoption of a maximum property tax rate of $0.608512; and take appropriate action.
#5VOTED: YES+9.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving a motion to place a proposal to adopt a maximum property tax rate of $0.608512 on the City Council agenda for September 15, 2026, and schedule a public hearing on the property tax rate for September 15, 2026, both meetings to be held at 6:00 p.m. at the City of Farmers Branch, City Hall Council Chambers, located at 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, Texas; and take ap
#6VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-15
Conduct a public hearing and schedule the adoption of a maximum property tax rate of $0.608512; and take appropriate action.
#7VOTED: YES-8.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-01-09
Discuss the proposed Bond Election that would fund several projects across the City, including parks, trails, and sidewalks, the Branch Connection, water infrastructure improvements, and economic development.
#8VOTED: YES-8.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Motion for Public Hearings - Tax Rate
#9VOTED: YES+8.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-17
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4016 accepting the Tax Year 2026 Certification of Appraisal Roll in accordance with Section 26.04(b) of the State Property Tax Code and to levy and adopt the tax rate for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (Tax Year 2026) in accordance with Section 26.05(b); and take appropriate action.
#10VOTED: YES-8.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-227 awarding a contract to Flock Group Inc. for the purchase of Flock Safety Software, License Plate Readers, Video Management System, and Video Trailer using MVCPA grant funds in the amount of $74,400; and take appropriate action.
#11VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4011 approving an annual update of the service and assessment plan and assessment roll for Mercer Crossing Public Improvement District pursuant to Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code; and take appropriate action.
#12VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4011 approving an annual update of the service and assessment plan and assessment roll for Mercer Crossing Public Improvement District pursuant to Chapter 372 of the Texas Local Government Code; and take appropriate action.
#13VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-07
The City Council will convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss economic development incentives for Farmers Branch Project 2025.014.
#14VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-06-02
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-076 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an Economic Development Agreement with TDIndustries, Inc; and take appropriate action.
#15VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-02
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-076 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an Economic Development Agreement with TDIndustries, Inc; and take appropriate action.
#16VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-05
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-055 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an Economic Development Agreement with B. Cannon, LLC; and take appropriate action.
#17VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-03
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-028, authorizing an Economic Development Incentive Agreement pursuant to the Commercial Facade Grant Program for GWK Sigma LLC for a grant amount not to exceed $50,000; and take appropriate action.
#18VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-232 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Economic Development Agreement in the amount of $112,500 with Southwest Airlines; and take appropriate action.
#19VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-232 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Economic Development Agreement in the amount of $112,500 with Southwest Airlines; and take appropriate action.
#20VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
The City Council may convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss Economic Development Incentives for Project Purpose.
#21VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
The City Council may convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss Economic Development Incentives for Project Five B.
#22VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
The City Council may convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss Economic Development Incentives for Project Morning Crane.
#23VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
The City Council may convene into a closed Executive Session pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss Economic Development Incentives for Project Washington.
#24VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 4008 for a zoning amendment establishing a Planned Development district (PD-110) for multifamily residential development on approximately 3.286 acres of property located at 14330 Midway Road cur
#25VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-10
Nomination And Election of Chair and Vice-Chair Of The Planning and Zoning Commission; and take appropriate action.
#26VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-21
Consider approving Ordinance No. 4000, amending Chapter 86, “Utilities,” of the City’s Code of Ordinances to enable the City to pursue recovery of unpaid utility balances through property-based enforcement mechanisms; and take appropriate action.
#27VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-03
Consider approving Ordinance No. 3988, amending the Farmers Branch Code of Ordinances, Section 82-95 “No Parking Zones” to add a no parking zone on Knightsbridge Road from Luna Road to Crown Drive; and take appropriate action.
#28VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Receive a Year-in-Review update from the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
#29VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-15
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4014 approving and adopting a budget and strategic plan for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027; providing that expenditures for said fiscal year shall be made in accordance with such budget; appropriating and setting aside the necessary funds out of the general and other revenues for the maintenance and operation of various depa
#30VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Schedule A - Fee Changes
#31VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Conduct a public hearing and consider a request to amend Planned Development District No. 18 to remove the age-restriction requirement in Subdistrict B on approximately 6.1 acres, described as Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Block C in the RHD Medical Center II Plat and commonly addressed as 1, 2, and 3 North Medical Parkway; and take appropriate action.
#32VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Ordinance No. 4007: Case No. 26-SU-04
#33VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-07-13
Conduct a public hearing and consider the request for a zoning amendment for multifamily development on approximately 3.286 acres located at 14330 Midway Road within a Light Industrial (LI) zoning district; and take appropriate action.
#34VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-07-07
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4001, approving an addition of Article V, “Special Events”, to Chapter 14, “Amusements and Entertainments”, of the City’s Code of Ordinances; and take appropriate action.
#35VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-05-19
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 3999, authorizing the request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow a cellular mobile telecommunications antenna on a portion of a 1.63-acre property addressed as 1641 Keenan Bridge Road and located within the Planned Development District No. 77 (PD-77) zoning district; and take appropriate action.
#36VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-27
Consider the request for final plat approval of FB 35 Design Center Subdivision, Lots 1 & 2, Block A located at 12197 Denton Drive; and take appropriate action.
#37VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-09
Conduct a public hearing and consider the request to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Article 5.5 “Beer and Wine Sales Overlay District” and “Appendix C - Maps” to allow beer and wine sales for off-premise consumption on approximately 1.48 acres o
#38VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-20
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3986 calling for the May 2, 2026, General Election for the position of Mayor and District 2 City Councilmember, authorizing the City Manager to execute an election services contract with the Dallas County Elections Departme
#39VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-10-07
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#40VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-06-03
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#41VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-03-04
Ordinance Enacting Stricter Zoning Overlay, Setback Mandates, and Land-Use Restrictions
#42VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-236 authorizing the City Manager to accept the transfer of the maintenance of three medians in the Oakbrook Subdivision to the City from the Oakbrook Community Services Association, Inc. for a specified one-time payment of $23,360; and take appropriate action.
#43VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3895, amending Chapter 86 Utilities, Article III, Division 2, providing updated pretreatment requirements; and take appropriate action.
#44VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-21
Draft Landscape Ordinance Review
#45VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-13
Discuss vision, priorities, and collaboration between the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council.
#46VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-07
Public hearing for MSD ordinance
#47VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-05-19
Ordinance No. 3999: Case No. 26-SU-01
#48VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-07
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3989 amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, Section 5.5 “Beer and Wine Sales Overlay District” and “Appendix C - Maps” to allow beer and wine sales for off-premise consumption on approxima
#49VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-23
Consider the request for final plat approval of FB 35 Design Center Subdivision, Lots 1 & 2, located at 12197 Denton Drive; and take appropriate action.
#50VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-08-05
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#51VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-04-01
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#52VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Receive an update from MetroTex Association of Realtors regarding real estate and Short-Term Rentals in Farmers Branch.
#53VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-15
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4014 approving and adopting a budget and strategic plan for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027; providing that expenditures for said fiscal year shall be made in accordance with such bu
#54VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-24
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 4012 for a comprehensive amendment to the Planned Development District No. 80 (PD-80) and an associated Conceptual Site Plan for an 8.703- acre site located at 5000 Alpha Road and platted as Lot
#55VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Conduct a public hearing and consider a Specific Use Permit request to allow guest quarters within an attached accessory structure, on an approximately 1.0-acre property, located at 3125 Brookhollow Drive and located within the One-Family Residential District-1 (R-1) zoning district; and take appropriate action.
#56VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-09-02
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#57VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Discuss an amendment to the Code of Ordinances related to the Parking Regulations ordinance.
#58VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-117, establishing the legislative platform for the City of Farmers Branch for the upcoming 90th Legislative Session; and take appropriate action.
#59VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-24
Discuss and consider the DART withdrawal election and consider approving Ordinance No. 3994 to repeal Ordinance No. 3977, canceling and rescinding the order of special election for withdrawal from the Dallas Area Rapid Transit System; and take appropriate
#60VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-17
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 3985, authorizing a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a restaurant on an approximately 0.27-acre property located at 2243 Valwood Parkway and located within the Planned Development District No. 22
#61VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-11-04
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#62VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-05-06
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#63VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-02-04
Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition
#64VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-15
Ordinance No. 4014 FY 2026-27 Budget
#65VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-117, establishing the legislative platform for the City of Farmers Branch for the upcoming 90th Legislative Session; and take appropriate action.
#66VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4010 amending portions of “Appendix A - Fee Schedule” of the Code of Ordinances relating to fees established pursuant to Chapter 66, “Solid Waste,” and Chapter 86, “Utilities”; increasing the credit card processing fee from
#67VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-117, establishing the legislative platform for the City of Farmers Branch for the upcoming 90th Legislative Session; and take appropriate action.
#68VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-05-19
Budget Surplus Direction
#69VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-11
Discussion and feedback regarding draft landscape amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
#70VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-27
Discuss and consider the DART withdrawal election and consider approving Ordinance No. 3994 to repeal Ordinance No. 3977, canceling and rescinding the order of special election for withdrawal from the Dallas Area Rapid Transit System; and take appropriate
#71VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-12-02
Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees
#72VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-10-12
Discuss proposed updates to Article 4.1 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO).
#73VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 4008 for a zoning amendment establishing a Planned Development district (PD-110) for multifamily residential development on approximately 3.286 acres of property located at 14330 Midway Road currently zoned Light Industrial (LI); and take appropriate action.
#74VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-117, establishing the legislative platform for the City of Farmers Branch for the upcoming 90th Legislative Session; and take appropriate action.
#75VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
12150 Medical Parkway ( Multifamily)
#76VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Discuss an amendment to the City’s Code of Ordinances related to parking regulations for oversized vehicles in residential areas.
#77VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-21
Discussion and feedback regarding draft landscape amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
#78VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-07
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3987, granting a Specific Use Permit for a Gasoline Service Station and Convenience Store on approximately 1.48 acres located at 13601 Midway Road within Planned Development No. 64 (PD-64); and
#79VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-17
Discuss an amendment to the Code of Ordinances related to parking regulations for oversized vehicles in residential areas.
#80VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-17
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 3992, amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Farmers Branch by amending Chapter 94, Subsection K, to extend the Garage Conversion Amnesty Program to July 31, 2026; and take
#81VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-23
Conduct a public hearing and consider amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Farmers Branch, Texas, by amending subsection K, “Additional Parking Requirements,” of Section 4.3,” Parking and Loading” by amending subsections (a) (2), (b)
#82VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-09
Conduct a public hearing and consider the request to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Article 5.5 “Beer and Wine Sales Overlay District” and “Appendix C - Maps” to allow beer and wine sales for off-premise consumption on approximately 1.48 acres o
#83VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-09
Consider the request for final plat approval of Rodeway Inn - Metro Square Subdivision, Lots 1R & 2, located at 11800 Ford Rd. & 11801 Metro Blvd; and take appropriate action.
#84VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-03
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3991 appointing Alternate Municipal Court Judge Cass Callaway to the City of Farmers Branch Municipal Court of Record No.1; and take appropriate action.
#85VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-26
Conduct a public hearing and consider the request to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Article 5.5 “Beer and Wine Sales Overlay District” and “Appendix C - Maps” to allow beer and wine sales for off-premise consumption on approximately 1.48 acres o
#86VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-07-01
Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions
#87VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3886 relative to the Farmers Branch Youth Program Standards of Care in compliance with the Texas Human Resource Code, Chapter 42.041(b)(14); and take appropriate action.
#88VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-28
Conduct a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to amend Article 4.1, Landscaping, of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to update the City’s landscape regulations and align them with adopted City policy.
#89VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4010 amending portions of “Appendix A - Fee Schedule” of the Code of Ordinances relating to fees established pursuant to Chapter 66, “Solid Waste,” and Chapter 86, “Utilities”; increasing the credit card processing fee from 2.5% to 3.5%; renaming the existing trash fee as the “Landfill Closure Fee”; and take appropriate action.
#90VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Midway & Proton Ordinance
#91VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-13
Receive a presentation from the City Attorney regarding the roles and responsibilities of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
#92VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-07-07
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 4006 prohibiting the use of and contact with designated groundwater beneath land located in Farmers Branch, Texas, at 1349 - 1399 Valley View Lane and associated City rights-of-way to facilitate
#93VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-07
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4001, approving an addition of Article V, “Special Events”, to Chapter 14, “Amusements and Entertainments”, of the City’s Code of Ordinances; and take appropriate action.
#94VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-12
Consider approving Ordinance No. 4002 canvassing the results of the May 2, 2026, general election, declaring the successful candidate for District 2, ordering a runoff election for the seat of Mayor to be held on June 13, 2026, and establishing the date,
#95VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-11
Seek direction on revisions to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO), including Article 2.4 (Permitted Uses/Use Table) and Article 7 (Definitions).
#96VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-26
Consider the request for final plat approval of SWBC Mercer Crossing, Phase I, Block A, Lot 1, located at 2100 LBJ Freeway; and take appropriate action.
#97VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-20
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3983 appointing a Presiding Municipal Court Judge for the City of Farmers Branch Municipal Court of Record No. 1, establishing the position as full-time and setting compensation; and take appropriate action.
#98VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Receive a Year-in-Review update from the Planning and Zoning Commission.
#99VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-141 approving the City’s 2025 Legislative Platform; and take appropriate action.
#100VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4013 authorizing an amendment to the City’s Code of Ordinances related to parking regulations for oversized vehicles in residential areas; and take appropriate action.
#101VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Discuss an amendment to the City’s Code of Ordinances related to parking regulations for oversized vehicles in residential areas.
#102VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-21
Consider the request for Detailed Site Plan approval for a multifamily residential development on an approximately 5-acre property addressed as 4707 Alpha Road and located within the Planned Development District No. 107 (PD-107) zoning district; and take appropriate action.
#103VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-07-21
Discussion and feedback regarding draft landscape amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
#104VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-07
Special Event Ordinance
#105VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-19
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 3999, authorizing the request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow a cellular mobile telecommunications antenna on a portion of a 1.63-acre property addressed as 1641 Keenan Bridge Road and
#106VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-17
Conduct a public hearing and consider approving Ordinance No. 3985, authorizing a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a restaurant on an approximately 0.27-acre property located at 2243 Valwood Parkway and located within the Planned Development District No. 22
#107VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-01-07
Ordinance Repealing Restrictive Minimum Lot-Size & By-Right Residential Building Mandates
#108VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3879, amending the Farmers Branch Code of Ordinances, Appendix A - Fee Schedule, and related Chapters 18, 26, 56, and 66 of the Code of Ordinances; and take appropriate action.
#109VOTED: YES+6.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
ORD-4011 Annual Mercer PID SAP Update
#110VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 4013 authorizing an amendment to the City’s Code of Ordinances related to parking regulations for oversized vehicles in residential areas; and take appropriate action.
#111VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-07
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 4006 prohibiting the use of and contact with designated groundwater beneath land located in Farmers Branch, Texas, at 1349 - 1399 Valley View Lane and associated City rights-of-way to facilitate certification of a Municipal Setting Designation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), establishing a Municipal Setting Desig
#112VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-07
Discuss electioneering requirements associated with City elections, and determine if amendments to the Code of Ordinances are necessary.
#113VOTED: YES+6.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-03
Consider adopting Ordinance No. 3982, amending the City’s flood damage prevention regulations by amending Article II “Flood Damage Prevention”, Chapter 42 “Building Regulations” of the Code of Ordinances; and take appropriate action.
#114VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Conduct a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 3886 relative to the Farmers Branch Youth Program Standards of Care in compliance with the Texas Human Resource Code, Chapter 42.041(b)(14); and take appropriate action.
#115VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-110 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Stovall Commercial Contractors LLC for construction services at the Senlac Service Center through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative Buy
#116VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-105 authorizing a contract with Air Conditioning Innovative Solutions, Inc., D/B/A ACIS for the replacement and installation of air conditioning units at various City facilities, in the amount of $1,311,741; and take
#117VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-04
Consider adopting Resolution No. 2026-088 designating Forvis Mazars, LLP as the City's independent auditor and authorizing the City Manager to execute a letter of agreement for audit services, in the amount of $112,375; and take appropriate action.
#118VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-07-07
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-092 funding facilities upgrades for The Firehouse Theatre and authorizing the City Manager to approve funding for improvements to the premises located at 2535 Valley View Lane, and execute appropriate agreements; and take appropriate action.
#119VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-21
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-050 reaffirming the City Manager’s execution of a renewal agreement for annual firewall licensing, support, and maintenance for the City’s network security systems, in an amount not to exceed $76,000; and take approp
#120VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-10-07
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#121VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-06-03
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#122VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-01-07
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#123VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-238 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for a seven (7) year property tax incentive for the property located at 13435 Briarbrook Drive; and take appropriate action.
#124VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Discuss the City’s Purchasing structure and tools used for the bidding and decision-making process.
#125VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-199 authorizing the submission of a grant application and agreement with the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority under the Catalytic Converter Grant Program to support law enforcement agencies in preventing economic motor vehicle theft; and take appropriate action.
#126VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-180 authorizing the City Manager to enter into a five-year agreement with Samsara, Inc. for the purchase of fleet and asset tracking software and licensing in the amount of $289,351 utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Agreement; and take appropriate action.
#127VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-111 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Mackie Interior Construction, Inc. for roof replacement construction services for the 1856 Gilbert House located in the City’s Historical Park in an amount
#128VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-104 authorizing an agreement with Premier Lighting Enterprises, LLC, DBA Premier Christmas, for Christmas lighting installation, décor, rental maintenance, removal services, and storage in the amount of $199,776; and
#129VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-100 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with American Traffic Construction, LLC, for construction of the Valley View Lane and Mercer Parkway Intersection Improvements in the amount of $226,104; and take appropriate action.
#130VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-19
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-062 approving an Interlocal Agreement between the City and the North Central Texas Council of Governments, the City of Addison, the City of Carrollton, and the City of Coppell to accept grant funding in the amount of
#131VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-05
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-067 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Contractor Services with Meredith Dowdy (M.E.T. Innovations, LLC) in the amount of $10,600 per month, with annual adjustments, for tourism management servi
#132VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-20
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-010 reaffirming the City Manager’s execution of a renewal agreement for annual licensing, support, and maintenance for the City’s electronic records and workflow system, in an amount not to exceed $57,000; and take a
#133VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-20
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-012 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a renewal agreement for software licensing, maintenance, and support for the City’s virtual server environment, in an amount not to exceed $200,000; and take
#134VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-10-07
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#135VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-177 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Excellence Ecological Services for asbestos abatement at the Senlac Service Center located at 13333 Senlac Drive in the amount of $83,750; and take appropriate action.
#136VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-108, authorizing an agreement with an independent contractor to perform construction management services and timeline remediation efforts for the Valwood Park Housing Replacement Program with Dallas County, for an am
#137VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-04
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-108, authorizing an agreement with an independent contractor to perform construction management services and timeline remediation efforts for the Valwood Park Housing Replacement Program with Dallas County, for an am
#138VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-04
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-108, authorizing an agreement with an independent contractor to perform construction management services and timeline remediation efforts for the Valwood Park Housing Replacement Program with Dallas County, for an amount not to exceed $50,000; and take appropriate action.
#139VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-06-02
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-061 awarding a contract to MECA Construction, LLC, with a fixed bid amount of $893,625 for the Rawhide Trail Phase 3 Project; and take appropriate action.
#140VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-06-02
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-079, accepting a donation from the Metrocrest Hospital Authority for the purchase of five (5) Ventis HeroVent Ventilators in the amount of $52,468.90, and approving an interlocal cooperation agreement with Metrocrest
#141VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-05-19
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-062 approving an Interlocal Agreement between the City and the North Central Texas Council of Governments, the City of Addison, the City of Carrollton, and the City of Coppell to accept grant funding in the amount of $130,000 for coordinated disaster debris management planning and the development of a coordinated disaster debris management plan; and take appr
#142VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-05-19
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-060 reaffirming the City Manager’s authorization to negotiate, execute, and amend an agreement for the annual renewal of maintenance and support services for critical data center cooling systems and battery backup power systems, in an amount not to exceed $49,000; and take appropriate action.
#143VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-07-01
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#144VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-04-01
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#145VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-242 authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchasing order and such other agreements as may be necessary to effectuate the purchase of Mobile Radio Equipment for use by the Police and Fire Departments, including five (5) years of maintenance for the equipment, pursuant to the City’s joint operations with the North Texas Emergency Communication Center (NTECC) for the amount of $1,897,091.46; and take appropriate actions.
#146VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-106 reaffirming the City Manager’s authorization to negotiate, execute, and amend an agreement for the purchase of desktop, laptop, and rugged workstations, in an amount not to exceed $91,000; and take appropriate ac
#147VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-083, reaffirming a Professional Services Agreement with Cobb, Fendley, and Associates, Inc., for the 2026 City of Farmers Branch bridge evaluations in the amount of $65,000; and take appropriate action.
#148VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-05
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-069 authorizing the City Manager or designee to approve, execute, and administer Corporate Loyalty and Event Incentive Program agreements; and take appropriate action.
#149VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-21
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-053 authorizing the submission of a grant application and agreement with the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority under the Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Grant Program to support the Farmers Branch Police
#150VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-17
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-049, authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Farmers Branch and Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) for participation in the General Mobility Program (GMP) and acceptance of a
#151VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-02-04
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#152VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-191 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Stovall Commercial Contractors LLC for construction services at the Justice Center through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative BuyBoard in an amount not to exceed $582,135.84; and take appropriate action.
#153VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-217 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ILA) with Metrocrest Hospital Authority, the Town of Addison, the City of Carrollton, and the City of Coppell to purchase land for the new North Texas Emergency Communication Center (NTECC); and take appropriate action.
#154VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-111 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Mackie Interior Construction, Inc. for roof replacement construction services for the 1856 Gilbert House located in the City’s Historical Park in an amount not to exceed $148,500; and take appropriate action.
#155VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-100 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with American Traffic Construction, LLC, for construction of the Valley View Lane and Mercer Parkway Intersection Improvements in the amount of $226,104; and tak
#156VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-115 authorizing an Administrative Services Agreement with UMR, Inc. for medical plan administration services for three (3) years and increasing the City’s self-funded health plan budget by $600,000; and take appropri
#157VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-115 authorizing an Administrative Services Agreement with UMR, Inc. for medical plan administration services for three (3) years and increasing the City’s self-funded health plan budget by $600,000; and take appropriate action.
#158VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-04
Consider adopting Resolution No. 2026-088 designating Forvis Mazars, LLP as the City's independent auditor and authorizing the City Manager to execute a letter of agreement for audit services, in the amount of $112,375; and take appropriate action.
#159VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-07-07
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-082 approving a contract between the City of Farmers Branch and Dallas Underground, LLC, for the construction of the Webb Chapel Road Water and Wastewater Improvements Phase 2 Project in the amount of $2,695,813; and
#160VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-05-19
Discuss and consider approval of a supplemental budget amendment allocating available General Fund balance above the City’s 90-day reserve target following completion of the annual audit.
#161VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-21
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-052 authorizing the submission of a grant application and agreement with the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority under the Taskforce Grant Program to support law enforcement agencies to combat motor vehicle thef
#162VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-03
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-033 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Project-specific Agreement pursuant to the Master Interlocal Agreement between the City of Farmers Branch and Dallas County for transportation-related improvements, maint
#163VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-03
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-029 reaffirming the City Manager’s approval and ratifying an expenditure for an advance payment to Builders of Hope Community Development Corporation for the demolition and construction of single-family residences un
#164VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-11-04
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#165VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-04-01
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#166VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-195 authorizing the purchase of firefighter bunker gear from Casco Industries, Inc. through the City’s cooperative purchasing agreement with BuyBoard in the amount of $78,483.09; and take appropriate action.
#167VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-197 authorizing the agreement with Life Scan for wellness and fitness exams for Farmers Branch Fire Department staff in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in the amount of $74,617.20; and take appropriate action.
#168VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-104 authorizing an agreement with Premier Lighting Enterprises, LLC, DBA Premier Christmas, for Christmas lighting installation, décor, rental maintenance, removal services, and storage in the amount of $199,776; and take appropriate action.
#169VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-108, authorizing an agreement with an independent contractor to perform construction management services and timeline remediation efforts for the Valwood Park Housing Replacement Program with Dallas County, for an amount not to exceed $50,000; and take appropriate action.
#170VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-17
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-045, reaffirming the City’s approval of an agreement with the Dallas County Election Department for joint election services for the May 2, 2026, election for an amount of $70,579; and take appropriate action.
#171VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-17
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-037 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with Tejano Utilities LLC, for a pipeline rehabilitation project at Bee Street from the Cooks Creek Channel to Valley View Lane in the amount of $697,894; and ta
#172VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-03
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-018 authorizing the Professional Services Agreement with Birkhoff, Hendricks, & Carter L.L.P., for the 2026 City of Farmers Branch Water and Wastewater System Capital Improvement Plan, in the amount of $748,600; and
#173VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-12-02
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#174VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-05-06
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#175VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-12-10
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-234 authorizing the execution of a Residential Demolition/Rebuild Program Incentive Agreement for the property located at 3366 Pebble Beach Drive for a seven (7) year property tax rebate; and take appropriate action.
#176VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-11-12
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-187 authorizing a contract with Groves Electrical Service, Inc., for the Branch Connection emergency backup generator, in the amount of $167,120; and take appropriate action.
#177VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-116 authorizing a Plan Sponsor Agreement with ServeYou Rx for Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) services for three (3) years; and take appropriate action.
#178VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-080 reaffirming the City Manager’s authorization to negotiate, execute, and amend an agreement for an artificial Intelligence resident call assistance system for the City’s non-emergency phone services, in an amount
#179VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-19
Discuss and consider approval of a supplemental budget amendment allocating available General Fund balance above the City’s 90-day reserve target following completion of the annual audit.
#180VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-05
Consider approving a Resolution No. 2026-068 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Contractor Services with Anne Stokes (Stokes Sports and Tourism Consulting Corporation) in the amount of $10,600 per month, with annual adjustments, to p
#181VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-04-21
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-054 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments to provide updated aerial maps and related data, in an amount not to exceed $21,000; and take ap
#182VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-03-17
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-040, reaffirming the City’s authorization of the Professional Services Agreement for the America’s Water Infrastructure Act (AWIA) Risk and Resilience Assessment and the development of an Emergency Response Plan from
#183VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-11-04
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#184VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-09-02
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#185VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-08-05
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#186VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-08-05
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#187VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2025-03-04
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#188VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2024-10-22
Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-178 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with JJ Red Construction Company for the roof replacement at the Senlac Service Center located at 13333 Senlac Drive in the amount of $188,846; and take appropriate action.
#189VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-09-01
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-110 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Stovall Commercial Contractors LLC for construction services at the Senlac Service Center through the Texas Local Government Purchasing Cooperative BuyBoard in an amount not to exceed $488,043; and take appropriate action.
#190VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-105 authorizing a contract with Air Conditioning Innovative Solutions, Inc., D/B/A ACIS for the replacement and installation of air conditioning units at various City facilities, in the amount of $1,311,741; and take appropriate action.
#191VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-04
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-108, authorizing an agreement with an independent contractor to perform construction management services and timeline remediation efforts for the Valwood Park Housing Replacement Program with Dallas County, for an am
#192VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-08-04
Audit Firm Selection
#193VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-08-04
Consider approving and authorizing Resolution No. 2026-091 reaffirming the City Manager’s authorization to execute a contract with Austin, Caden, and Hunter, Inc. D/B/A Elite Restoration Services for painting services for the Fire Administration Building
#194VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-06-02
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-061 awarding a contract to MECA Construction, LLC, with a fixed bid amount of $893,625 for the Rawhide Trail Phase 3 Project; and take appropriate action.
#195VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)
2026-05-19
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-073 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract for the sale of real property located at 13309 Josey Lane; and take appropriate action.
#196VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-05-19
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-073 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract for the sale of real property located at 13309 Josey Lane; and take appropriate action.
#197VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-02-17
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-031, reaffirming a Professional Services Agreement with The Vertex Companies and the City of Farmers Branch for an application of a Municipal Setting Designation (MSD) permit for 1349-1399 Valley View Lane in the amo
#198VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-20
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-004, approving Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Birkhoff, Hendricks, and Carter, L.L.P. for the Webb Chapel Road Water and Wastewater Utility Improvement Project in the amount of $104,100;
#199VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-20
Provide an update on an agreement with Samsara for the asset tracking and maintenance of City assets after the first year of the five-year contract.
#200VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (1-0)
2026-01-20
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-011 reaffirming the City Manager’s execution of an agreement for professional information technology research and advisory services in an amount not to exceed $97,000; and take appropriate action.