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Alicia Fisher, who said she lives at 13517 Rawhide Parkway, told the council she lives directly across from the parcel and that a prior proposal in the surrounding area to add townhomes would increase density. \"I do not agree with that, and I know several of my neighbors don't as well,\" Fisher said. She said residents in the immediate area were not notified of the original plans because they did not live within the 200-foot notice boundary for that application.

Fisher described the existing housing mix near the parcel as including 21 duplexes equating to 41 homes and said a new proposal for the surrounding site would add about 31 townhome units. \"That are town homes and not just gonna create high density in a neighborhood that's already single family and multifamily and will create major issues with safety,\" she said, asking the council to \"make sure you are making the best decision for the city and the citizens, most notably the neighbors within that area.\"

Fisher said she had spoken to the council previously about the matter and asked the council to review all options and ensure the city does its due diligence before proceeding with any sale or selection of a bidder. The council did not take formal action on the sale during the March 18 meeting; Fisher's remarks were made during the public-comment period.

The transcript does not identify the current bidder or the precise zoning for the 1-acre parcel beyond Fisher's statement that surrounding properties include duplex zoning and that the proposed townhomes would increase units by about 31; those details were described by Fisher as part of her public comment and not as a staff report.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting March 18, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","A nearby resident, Alicia Fisher, told the council she and neighbors were not properly informed about prior plans for a 1-acre parcel at Josie and Golfing Green and urged the city to ensure the sale avoids increased high-density housing that could affect safety and neighborhood character.","taxTitle","Farmers Branch, Dallas County, Texas","taxId",56808,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6121951,"Farmers Branch leaders urge residents to oppose House Bill 134, warn of $5 million local hit",189,1358000,1547000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2697555-8a89e6957a56207c0a315a7b8d86317c&start=1358&end=1547","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2697555-8a89e6957a56207c0a315a7b8d86317c/thumbnail_1358000.jpg","/articles/6121951/Farmers-Branch/Dallas-County/Texas/Farmers-Branch-leaders-urge-residents-to-oppose-House-Bill-134-warn-of-5-million-local-hit","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6121951-b779d5b549be8df6a073b2ddd2c76754/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445679&Signature=ORuq9qv9V3nisgEqSTlTinJ7BQLlGKpKgA~aS503ryAZO~bzhm9a6Jlq8GnPURmZkFLfn~QkD3ZvhF4GlP6JqbDu-GPHtPpm04OIZKqQmc9A2YH4JGfnLaS8O4Z5GCbvT4PYPKgRKWPhpMKANHwwo4rmZ-wSYLoBU60hAkSPhcwAXF1vGPmcLugogbUa4S5fRdFZLqykNQhUN8q9HcNn2QlwrrFoYaF7Vcjvvq5EjKRRe3p0xJTsgYaeLhkUo36dxKXImcHkE~ZUd~71DtmB2aD6MyJ~3fU8lQgYXL6-93EnYA-5gH24Gj3WNx-5mC2C-CylIxpoLnxrZDHvQyYfWA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Council members and the mayor told the Farmers Branch City Council on March 18 that they traveled to Austin to oppose House Bill 134, a proposed change to sales-tax remittance that they say would move tax receipts to the delivery destination rather than the seller's location.

Councilman Roman said he and the mayor went to Austin and testified with representatives from Coppell, Carrollton and Round Rock against the bill. \"That's House Bill 134. Essentially it's changing the way that sales taxes are going to be collected — instead of an origin-based system it's going to destination,\" Councilman Roman said. \"I think the economic impact from us is about $5,000,000.\"

Roman cautioned that the $5 million estimate reflects the immediate remittance change and does not include possible downstream effects such as businesses relocating or lost economic-development leverage. \"$5,000,000 is a big deal for us,\" he said, noting the potential effect on the city's ability to provide services.

The mayor echoed those concerns and said the council asked residents to contact members of the Texas House Ways and Means Committee and local lawmakers to express opposition. The mayor also said Coppell anticipated a $30 million hit if similar legislation were adopted and pointed out potential wider impacts, including effects on DART and regional revenues.

Both Roman and the mayor described attending hearings in Austin and organizing with other cities and municipal attorneys to oppose the measure. The mayor said Farmers Branch's city manager and assistant city manager accompanied council members to Austin. Council members urged residents to contact representatives on the Ways and Means Committee to voice concerns.

No formal council action on HB134 was taken at the March 18 meeting; the discussion was an update from Councilman Roman and the mayor and a public appeal to residents to engage with state legislators.","Council members and the mayor traveled to Austin to oppose House Bill 134, which would change sales tax collection to destination-based remittance; Councilman Roman estimated an approximate $5 million impact to Farmers Branch and urged residents to contact Ways and Means committee members.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6121955,"Farmers Branch council approves $264,074 contract to convert Oak Brook master meters to individual meters",199,1100000,1299000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2697555-8a89e6957a56207c0a315a7b8d86317c&start=1100&end=1299","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2697555-8a89e6957a56207c0a315a7b8d86317c/thumbnail_1100000.jpg","/articles/6121955/Farmers-Branch/Dallas-County/Texas/Farmers-Branch-council-approves-264074-contract-to-convert-Oak-Brook-master-meters-to-individual-meters","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6121955-a3fb24f4aa5dbaf264fcc3be0ed66c33/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445679&Signature=J87DWuxUYD-XNZTnzA6pGMsm8CEXsIzogNUME0kM07X~JMmmCBvVxOfCdH6Ym0rdRDM10lfWPpChv44cfhQ4kRsLpjk8sqeK~wxJTn5EzT0mjg7qrFwGqPKSBL8zAayApnU8aP3ljKFs7L0DEnMInqR2tgTPqCslRwCMAT37v5ih8y7e4S~T1nhD47FHPiQYxxBYjqxoLOgtBCNn6ayhihqJMj1QIBq6FbU~Y8mzoo~0SmJfxprJ1h6cGlN0k-P6FTpVsaY9QPyBRrMtmRmIjt2KbUG6DptSuhufiVFhv-snXonXwwfYD7Lo3zh2PGj4lLkTDrX1THIoN~dr7uYumQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Farmers Branch City Council on March 18 approved a $264,074 contract with Strayhorn Project Developments LLC to convert five Oak Brook master water meters into 56 individual meters for the Oak Brook homeowners association.

Ray Solvarejo, director of public works, presented the Oak Brook water meter replacement project and told the council the city received five bids ranging from $264,074 to about $471,000. \"Staff is recommending approval for Strayhorn Project Development,\" Solvarejo said, citing reference checks and the bid numbers.

Council members pressed staff on timing and cost. Councilman Neal asked when the project would begin if approved; Solvarejo said a preconstruction meeting would typically be scheduled about two to three weeks after contract execution and that the contractor would present a phased timeline to coordinate with residents. Solvarejo described the work as converting the existing five master meters into 56 individual water meters for the HOA.

Council members also confirmed the previously agreed financing arrangement: the city will contribute $90,000 and provide the water meters at no additional cost to the project, while the HOA will pay the remainder, roughly $175,000. Solvarejo reiterated that arrangement during the presentation.

A motion to approve Resolution 2025-541 authorizing the city manager to execute the contract passed unanimously. The council did not record individual roll-call votes in the public portion of the transcript.

The public works department is assigned implementation and will coordinate a preconstruction meeting with the contractor and the HOA to establish phasing and resident notice. Solvarejo indicated staff expects to schedule that meeting approximately three weeks after contract execution and will notify residents about the schedule and phasing.

Details recorded at the council meeting: contractor Strayhorn Project Developments LLC; contract amount $264,074; city contribution $90,000 plus in-kind provision of water meters; HOA share approximately $175,000; project converts five master meters to 56 individual meters; preconstruction meeting anticipated about three weeks after final contract execution.","The City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2025-541 authorizing a $264,074 contract with Strayhorn Project Developments LLC to replace five Oak Brook master meters with 56 individual meters; the city will contribute $90,000 and supply the meters, with the homeowners association covering the remaining cost.","actionData","errors"]

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Neighbor urges caution on sale of 1-acre parcel near Josie and Golfing Green, citing density concerns

Farmers Branch leaders urge residents to oppose House Bill 134, warn of $5 million local hit

Farmers Branch council approves $264,074 contract to convert Oak Brook master meters to individual meters