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Council Awards Design Contract for Plantation West Creek Outfall Project to Address Erosion
The City Council approved a design contract with Fries and Nichols for the Plantation West Creek Outfall Project. The project addresses severe erosion around the outfall exit, which is located between 8601 and 8605 Marys Creek, near Spring Branch and Marys Creek. The proposed solution involves constructing a concrete headwall, a flume, and installing rip-rap slopes to prevent further erosion. Drainage easements will also be required. The design phase is expected to take approximately three months, followed by six months for bidding and construction. The total cost for the design contract is $135,890. Councilmember Franklin made the motion to approve, which was seconded by Mr. Moore. One council member expressed gratitude for addressing this issue, acknowledging it had been brought up previously.
City Council Approves BEDC Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
The Benbrook City Council ratified the Benbrook Economic Development Corporation's (BEDC) proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The approved budget includes $757,318 for various projects and operational expenses. Key expenditures within the project budget include $40,100 for a new EDC vehicle, $100,000 for the storefront improvement program, $50,000 for Northwest Winscott infrastructure, and $25,000 for Benbrook Boulevard beautification. The BEDC anticipates a projected fund balance of $9,595,337 at the end of FY 2026-2027, after accounting for the proposed budget, assuming no new project expenditures or property sale revenues. The BEDC board had previously unanimously approved this budget after a public hearing on June 15th, with no public comments received.
City Council Accepts May 2026 Finance Report Showing General Fund Surplus
The Benbrook City Council accepted the finance report for the period ending May 31st, 2026. The report details revenues and expenditures for various city funds. For the General Fund, year-to-date revenues were $23,820,552 (89.8% of budget) and expenditures were $17,683,536 (65.1% of budget), resulting in a surplus of $6,137,016. Sales tax revenue for the year-to-date is $3,289,925, a 5.4% increase compared to the previous year. The Debt Service Fund reported $4,132 in revenues for May with no expenditures. The Economic Development Corporation fund showed revenues of $1,779,851 (76.9% of budget) and expenditures of $1,894,550 (68.2% of budget), with expenditures exceeding revenues by $114,699. The Capital Projects Fund had revenues of $200,104 and expenditures of $31,752, with revenues exceeding expenditures by $168,352. The city's total investments were $38,783,699, and the BEDC's investments were $7,292,529.
Development Concerns: Residents Raise Issues of Flood Safety, Ordinance Compliance, and Environmental Pollution at Trinity Estates
During the informal citizen comments, residents voiced strong concerns regarding the Trinity Estates development, focusing on issues related to public safety, ordinance compliance, and transparency. Greg Clem specifically pointed out a lack of safe ingress/egress routes below the floodplain for Phase 3, questioning compliance with City Ordinance 15.40.290. Donna Clem emphasized the need for families moving into new homes to trust that all safety ordinances were met. Barry Nicoll questioned the effectiveness of the city's processes in protecting citizens, particularly concerning flood management and low street elevations that could lead to flooding. Whitney Hughes raised issues about construction site dust and air pollution from the Trinity Estates development, noting that a state environmental agency issued a violation for excessive dust, despite the city not issuing citations for the conditions reported by residents. The speakers collectively urged the council to ensure consistent enforcement of ordinances, prioritize public safety, and foster transparency in development approvals.
Residents Voice Concerns Over Transparency, Ordinance Enforcement, and Development Accountability
Several residents expressed concerns during the informal citizen comments period regarding transparency, accountability, and consistent application of city ordinances, particularly in relation to the Trinity Estates development. Greg Clem questioned the city's response to his inquiries, noting he received a legal response from an outside law firm instead of direct answers and highlighted concerns about flood safety access in Phase 3. Donna Clem, a resident across from Trinity Estates Phase 3, spoke about public safety concerns and the importance of ensuring ordinances are fully met before home approvals. Barry Nicoll, a long-time resident, questioned whether the city's processes were achieving their intended purpose of protecting citizens, citing doubts about transparency and accountability. Edwin Barnett, also a resident, voiced frustration that neighbors felt unheard and asked for consistent policy application. Linda Daniel reiterated that residents believe the city can do better and called for leadership to restore lost confidence, emphasizing fairness, accountability, and public safety. Whitney Hughes raised issues of dust and air pollution from the Trinity Estates construction site, noting that a TCEQ violation occurred despite no city citations being issued, questioning why city ordinances were not enforced. The overarching theme from residents was a desire for honest communication, consistent ordinance enforcement, and a government that demonstrably prioritizes public safety and resident concerns.
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