Matters — Q3 2025

Convention Center Insurance Authorization (25-2501A)

The City authorized its insurance broker, Marsh USA, LLC, to purchase insurance policies for the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center renovation and expansion project, covering commercial general and excess liability and workers' compensation. This authorization protected the City against financial risk during the major renovation and expansion work. The proposal was approved on August 27, 2025.

Aug 27: Approved

FY2026 Municipal Judge Timeline (25-2823A)

The Judicial Nomination Commission discussed the timeline and procedures for FY2026 municipal judge selections. The process is critical to ensuring qualified judicial leadership for the city. The matter was under review following hearings before the commission but stalled without final resolution.

Administrative Law Judge Appointments Update (25-2822A)

The Judicial Nomination Commission reviewed an update to the city's Administrative Law Judge appointments. The matter was under review but went inactive without reaching a final decision.

Convention Center Construction Manager (25-2026A)

The city approved a supplemental agreement with Dikita Enterprises, Inc. to manage design and construction services for Component Four of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas expansion. This contract provided project oversight for a significant phase of the convention center's capital improvements. The agreement was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved As An Individual Item

Five-Year Financial Audit Contract (25-2607A)

The City authorized a five-year professional services contract to conduct independent audits of its financial operations and grant activities through fiscal year 2029. Regular independent audits ensure the City manages public funds responsibly and complies with financial regulations. The contract was approved on September 10, 2025.

Sep 10: Approved As An Individual Item

Townhouse Subdistrict at Myrtle and Marburg (Z245-208)

An application proposed to rezone property at the corner of Myrtle Street and Marburg Street to allow townhouse development instead of single-family residences. The change would have increased residential density within the South Dallas Fair Park Special Purpose District. The matter became inactive without a final resolution.

Jul 10: Carried: 14 to 0

Preston Hollow Village Phase 3 Development Plan at Central Expressway and Walnut Hill (25-2721A)

An application sought approval of a development plan and landscape plan for property in Tracts C, D and F of Planned Development District No. 750, at the northwest corner of North Central Expressway and Walnut Hill Lane. The request was filed by Preston Hollow Village Phase 3, LP, represented by Suzan Kedron of Jackson Walker LLP, and city staff recommended approval. The City Plan Commission considered the item after several delays, and no further activity followed.

Sep 18: Carried: 14 to 0

Preston Hollow Village Development Plan (25-2452A)

Preston Hollow Village Phase 3, LP submitted an application for a development and landscape plan at the northwest corner of North Central Expressway and Walnut Hill Lane. The City Plan Commission reviewed the proposal, with staff recommending approval. The matter remained under review before becoming inactive.

Aug 7: Carried: 14 to 0

Single Family Rezoning at Cedar Ridge Drive (Z-25-000042)

A proposal to rezone property on Cedar Ridge Drive from an Agricultural District to a Single Family Residential District was considered by the City Council. The rezoning would have converted agricultural land to residential development in the area north of West Red Bird Lane. The proposal was denied on August 27, 2025.

Aug 27: Denied

Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Engineering Services (25-2666A)

The city approved a supplemental engineering services agreement with Gresham Smith for Phase I of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project, which includes demolition of a portion of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. This contract provided additional professional engineering services needed to support the viaduct modification and related demolition work. The agreement was approved on September 24, 2025.

Sep 24: Approved As An Individual Item

Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Phase II Engineering (25-2377A)

The city authorized a professional engineering services contract with HNTB Corporation to provide engineering work for Phase II of the Jefferson Boulevard Viaduct Modification and Realignment project. This infrastructure work was designed to realign and modify the viaduct to improve traffic flow and structural conditions. The contract was approved on August 13, 2025.

Aug 13: Approved As An Individual Item

DART Barrier-Free Ramp Improvements Amendment (25-2327A)

The City Council approved an amendment to fund barrier-free ramp improvements along Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) bus routes, increasing the contract with Estrada Concrete Company from approximately $33.9 million to $38.4 million. These improvements enhance accessibility for residents with disabilities and mobility challenges using public transportation. The amendment was approved on September 10, 2025.

Sep 10: Approved