The Friday Staff Report to City Council provides weekly updates between staff and Council. This week’s highlights include national recognition for DTV, which earned five awards from the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors for outstanding government programming, and an urgent call to find a home for Clyde, a playful 4-year-old Pit Bull Terrier in long-term shelter care. Updates also covered a briefing to Mayor Pro Tem Rumohr on the residential street reconstruction process, council discussions on property tax rate scenarios and their impact on average homeowners, an overview of the Parks and Recreation cost recovery model, and details of the Turf Buy-Back Program that incentivizes water-efficient landscaping.
General Information
DTV Wins 5 National Awards – Recognition for Excellence
The City of Denton and DTV received five national honors from the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) Government Programming Awards. This included one Award of Excellence and four Awards of Distinction, highlighting outstanding work in local government programming across broadcast, cable, and digital platforms. Featured projects include Fire Summer Camp (Award of Honor), Sycamore Street Bridge Mural, The Dangers of Hoarding, Behind the Coffin: Denton’s Day of the Dead Festival, and Walk Sign is On.
Mayor’s Pet Spotlight – Clyde Needs a Home
Clyde is a 4-year-old Pit Bull Terrier who has been waiting for adoption since June. Energetic, affectionate, and well-suited for families with children aged eight and up, he thrives on interactive play and positive attention. Despite his loyalty and playful personality, he has spent a long time in the shelter and urgently needs a foster family to provide care and stability.
Council Member Requests
Construction Process Information – Residential Street Projects
On August 14, Capital Projects staff met with Mayor Pro Tem Rumohr to explain the residential street construction process. A presentation with photos of construction stages and a diagram outlining the reconstruction process was shared, which is also available on Discuss Denton’s City Construction and Improvement Projects page.
Property Tax Rate Scenarios – Estimated Increases
During the August 19 council discussion, various property tax rate scenarios were reviewed. For an average residential homestead valued at $386,698, the City Manager’s proposed rate would increase the annual tax bill by $78.84, with $38.67 of the increase from the 1-cent rate adjustment and $40.17 from property value growth. Other rate options show different impacts ranging from a $80.25 decrease to a $135.83 increase.
Cost Recovery – Parks and Recreation Fees
At the Budget Work Session on August 19, Mayor Pro Tem Rumohr requested information on the Parks and Recreation cost recovery model. The model increases cost recovery percentages as the level of individual benefit from a program or service rises, guiding how annual fees are determined.
Turf Buy-Back Program – Rebates for Water Efficiency
On August 20, a resident inquiry prompted details about the City’s Turf Buy-Back Program. The initiative offers rebates to Denton Water customers who replace traditional grass lawns with native or adapted water-efficient plants. Program guidelines and applications are available on the Discuss Denton webpage.
Upcoming Community Events
Now located at Events.
Upcoming Street Closures
| Street / Intersection | From | To | Closure Start Date | Closure End Date | Description | Closure Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Avenue A | Maple Street | Underwood Street | 09/02/25 | 09/30/25 | Mabak installing utilities | Lane Closure |
| Bonnie Brae St | S Willowwood St | Parvin St | 09/08/25 | 12/19/25 | Installation of drainage infrastructure, embankment work in advance of street widening. (Access to Natl Wholesale & residents only) | Full Closure |
| Ranchman Blvd (3617) | Sundown Blvd | @ Intersection | 09/01/25 | 09/30/25 | ADA and Sidewalk Repair | Lane Closure |