Dallas Matters
111 active of 362 total legislative matters tracked.
Convent Special Use Permit at W. Davis and S. Cockrell Hill (26-470A)
A new Planned Development Subdistrict is proposed on the southwest corner of W. Davis Street and S. Cockrell Hill Road to allow a convent use with a Specific Use Permit (128). This would authorize a religious institutional use in an area currently zoned for residential development.
Zoning Case File 26-2043A
Zoning Case File 26-2041A
Military Parkway at McNeil Street (File 26-2040A)
Zoning Case File 26-2036A
Scott Griffin / Racetrac Application (Z-26-000087)
Keisha Kay / Mission Ridge Consultants Application (Z-26-000035)
Benje Feehan / BuildingCommunityWorkshop Application (Z-26-000074)
City Council Leadership Performance Review (26-311A)
The Ad Hoc Committee on Administrative Affairs is evaluating the performance of five City Council appointed positions: City Manager, City Secretary, City Attorney, City Auditor, and Inspector General. These roles oversee critical city operations and departments, making regular performance reviews essential for accountability and effective governance.
Southern Skates Roller Rink Operations (26-247A)
The city is reviewing the future operations of Southern Skates Roller Rink through the Committee on Government Efficiency. The matter remains active with ongoing committee hearings to evaluate how the facility will be operated.
Fleet and Equipment Asset Review (26-246A)
The city is developing a systematic process to identify fleet and equipment assets that are underutilized or surplus. The Committee on Government Efficiency is reviewing this initiative to ensure effective management of municipal resources.
Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenues and Collections (26-393A)
The Committee on Finance is reviewing the City Controller's responses regarding Hotel Occupancy Tax revenues, penalties, interest, and collection processes. This examination ensures the city is effectively managing and enforcing Hotel Occupancy Tax collection from hotels across the city.
Purchasing Card Usage Audit Report (26-384A)
The City Auditor released an audit examining how municipal purchasing cards are being used by city employees, including compliance with internal controls and spending policies. The findings help identify irregularities and areas where purchasing card procedures may need strengthening to protect city finances.
City Property Sale Process (26-381A)
The Committee on Finance is reviewing the city's procedures for selling municipal property. This process will govern how the city manages the sale of real estate assets.
Women, Infant, and Children Program Audit (26-380A)
The City Auditor's Office proposes adding a cost-benefit analysis of the Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) program to the 2026 municipal audit work plan. This analysis will examine whether the program effectively serves its intended beneficiaries and delivers value to the city.
Finance Officers Award for Reporting Excellence (26-378A)
The City Controller's Office is receiving recognition from the Government Finance Officers Association for excellence in financial reporting. This award reflects the city's strong financial management and its commitment to transparency in handling public funds.
Monthly Procurement Accountability Report (26-390A)
The Office of Procurement Services submits a monthly report on procurement accountability to the Committee on Finance. This report provides transparency and oversight of how the city manages purchasing, vendor relationships, and procurement spending. Regular reviews help ensure accountability in municipal procurement practices.
Technology Accountability Report (26-389A)
The city's monthly accountability report on information technology and technology services operations provides oversight on departmental performance, IT systems, and service delivery. The Committee on Finance reviews the report to ensure technology investments align with city priorities and taxpayer interests.
City Auditor Selection Process and Nominating Commission (26-379A)
The city is updating its process for selecting the City Auditor and establishing a nominating commission under Dallas City Code § 2-17.2. This governance update affects how the city's chief audit officer is chosen and ensures transparency in the selection process. The Committee on Finance is overseeing this procedural change.
South Dallas/Fair Park District Zoning (Z-26-000101)
The City Plan Commission will determine the proper zoning classification for property in Planned Development District No. 595 within the South Dallas/Fair Park Special Purpose District. This zoning review could affect how the district is developed and what uses are permitted in this area.