Matters — 2026

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

City Auditor Search Process and Nominating Commission (26-379A)

A proposal outlined a process for recruiting a new City Auditor and forming a nominating commission as required by Dallas City Code Section 2-17.2. The item was briefed to the City Council's Committee on Finance but went inactive without a final decision.

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.

Three Links Application (Z-26-000149)

A new Specific Use Permit is proposed for a bar, lounge, or tavern and indoor commercial amusement limited to a live music venue at 2704 Elm Street in the Deep Ellum/Near East Side District. The applicant, Three Links, seeks the permit on property in Planned Development No. 269, with city staff recommending approval subject to a site plan and recommended conditions.

Cowboy Bail Bonds / Buckley Chappell Application (Z-26-000057)

Cowboy Bail Bonds seeks to amend an existing Specific Use Permit for a bail bonds office on the southwest corner of S. Riverfront Boulevard and Rock Island Street. The property is zoned Mixmaster Riverfront within the Trinity River Corridor Special Purpose District, and the change would require an amended site plan and conditions recommended by city staff.

Roc Design Engineers Planned Development District at C. F. Hawn Freeway (Z-25-000210)

An application proposed a new Planned Development District for Commercial Service District uses on property already zoned Commercial Service District, on the north line of C. F. Hawn Freeway west of Garden Springs Drive. City staff recommended denial, and the request was under review by the City Plan Commission in Council District 8 before it went inactive. The applicant was Roc Design Engineers / Majed Khalaf.

Apr 23: Carried: 13 to 0

Dallas Wings Facility Development on City Park Land (26-884A)

The city approved an economic development grant agreement with Dallas Wings Development, LLC to construct a facility on city-owned parkland at 1200 North Cockrell Hill Road. The project involved up to $54 million in city funding plus a developer fee, representing a significant public investment in sports infrastructure and economic development. The proposal was approved as amended on March 25, 2026.

Mar 25: Approved As Amended

Dallas Wings Facility at North Cockrell Hill (26-727A)

The Dallas Wings Development, LLC is proposing to construct a professional sports facility on City-owned park property at 1200 North Cockrell Hill Road with a $54 million economic development grant and $3.24 million developer fee. The project represents a major public investment that would bring a regional sports venue and related economic activity to the corridor. City Council is reviewing the development agreement.

Feb 25: Committed

701 South Lamar Street (File 26-2797A)

The City agreed to a Discretionary Service Agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC to remove four existing electrical vaults and all cables serving them at 701 South Lamar Street, and to abandon the duct bank and manholes on the private Memorial Street within the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas complex. The work, capped at $544,709.68 and paid from the Convention Center Construction Fund, supported the first component of the Convention Center master plan. The agreement was approved on September 9, 2026.

Sep 9: Approved

Convention Center Height Restoration for Viaduct Travel (26-2174A)

The proposal would have raised the height of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas back to its original height to accommodate Jefferson and Houston Viaduct travel, with an estimated $271,300,000 in foregone Convention and Event Services Fund revenue over five years and $597,000,000 in additional construction costs. The City Council denied the proposal on June 24, 2026.

Jun 24: Denied

Criado & Associates Engineering Services (26-1054A)

The City Council is approving a supplemental agreement to increase the contract with Criado & Associates by $1,000,000, bringing the total to $3,642,569. The additional funding covers expanded professional engineering services, including subsurface utilities engineering and surveying work for municipal infrastructure projects. This contract supports the city's engineering and infrastructure planning needs.

Apr 22: Approved As An Individual Item

Criado Engineering Services Supplement (26-1299A)

The city is expanding its professional engineering services contract with Criado & Associates with an additional $1 million in budget authority. The supplemental agreement funds extended engineering, subsurface utilities assessment, and survey services. The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is overseeing this contract modification.

Convention Center Venue Project Financing (26-923A)

The City of Dallas amended its financing authorization for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Venue Project, modifying senior lien special tax revenue notes and related agreements. This financing structure was essential to support the convention center's ongoing operations and capital needs. The amendment was approved on April 8, 2026.

Apr 8: Approved As An Individual Item