Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, District 6 Councilmember· 2023-2026
Betty Gooden-Davis
Lancaster
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 24
- Total speaking time
- 1:19:34
- Avg per meeting
- 3:19
- Segments
- 1266
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Top issues during term (20)
Infrastructure and Road Improvements
Cost is not to exceed $195,756.27.
Alcohol Sales Variance and Property Compliance
Generates ongoing property and sales tax revenue for the city.
Neighborhood Traffic Safety on Dewberry Street
Cost of a municipal speed study and potential installation of traffic calming devices if warranted.
Historic Landmark Designation Program
Negligible direct financial impact, primarily administrative staff time.
Property Tax Rate
Sets total city expenditures at $114,333,957 and maintains the tax rate at $0.590925 per $100 valuation, resulting in an estimated median homestead tax bill of $1,575.86.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Operating Budget
Total budget of $114,333,957 with a tax rate of $0.590925 per $100 valuation.
Proposed 7-Eleven Convenience Store and Fuel Station at 1501 W. Belt Line Road
Private capital investment by the developer, though specific dollar figures were not detailed.
Warehouse Development and Traffic
Enhanced commercial tax base for the city through industrial development.
Public Improvement District assessment
Generates localized assessments (such as $0.1500 per $100 valuation for Beltline Ashmoore) to fund $96,743 in district maintenance.
Atmos Energy Rate Increase Settlement
Average residential bills using 5,000 gallons will see a minor monthly increase of $4.68, moving from $121.41 to $126.09.
Stormwater Fee Increase
Increases standard monthly stormwater fees by $2.53 per equivalent residential unit, bringing total estimated fund revenue to $3.13 million.
Parks Master Plan Implementation
The city has approximately $400,000 in one-time capital funds available for park projects.
Public Transportation
The city will spend $181,761 on transit services for the upcoming fiscal year.
Animal Shelter Expansion and Renovation Design
While a total projected cost was not finalized at this session, the council previously authorized a $353,500 architectural services agreement with HED.
Appointment of City Attorney
The cost of the contract will be determined during the final agreement negotiations.
Fire Department Equipment Upgrades
A limited tax note issuance of approximately $600,000.
Public Safety Equipment Purchases via Tax Note
Total expenditure of $2,355,000 repaid within 12 months from debt service funds.
Residential Subdivision Parking and Alley Regulations
None anticipated.
Light Pollution from Freight Park LLC
Estimated $2,000 in parts for the property owner to adjust and shield lights.
Fire Station No. 4 Construction
The project cost is $14,181,332.
Decisions during term (160)
Recorded while Gooden-Davis was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda Approval
Development Agreement with WP Legacy, LTD
Table Resolution Adopting Historic Landmark Preservation Committee Application
Denial of Zoning Change and Variances for 1501 W. Belt Line Road (7-Eleven)
Approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 2280 E. Longhorn Drive
Approval of Zoning Change from AO to LI at 2280 E. Longhorn Drive
Approval of Sunrise Road Alignment Clarification
Approval of Minutes with Corrections
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant Agreement
Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Contract Award
Approval of Minutes
Variance Request for Alcoholic Beverage Sales at 2601 N. Dallas Ave.
Consent Agenda Items 1-7, 9, 10: PID Supplemental Services Ordinances
Consent Agenda Item 8: Rolling Meadows PID Supplemental Services Ordinance
Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Tribute at Mills Branch and Tribute East at Mills Branch Public Improvement District.
Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Wellington Park North Phase III Public Improvement District.
Adjourn Special Joint Work Session
Approval of Minutes
E-911 Fund Budget Amendment
Atmos Energy Rate Settlement Resolution
Voting record (7)
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