The January 17, 2022 Champion Weekly Update
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Welcome to the Champion Weekly Update, a digital supplement to the monthly Champion Newsletter keeping you up-to-date on the latest news and events at City Hall.
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No Scheduled Meetings or Events |
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City Hall and Facilities Closed in Observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. |
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Wednesday
January 19, 2022
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No Scheduled Meetings or Events |
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Thursday
January 20, 2022
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No Scheduled Meetings or Events |
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Saturday
January 22, 2022
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Join via Zoom or In-Person at
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Duncanville City Council Regular Meeting
January 18, 2022
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City Council Briefing Room and City Council Chamber
Videoconference via ZOOM
Duncanville City Hall
203 E. Wheatland Road
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 780-5017
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
5:00 P.M. - Work Session/Briefing
7:00 P.M. - Regular Session
or immediately following the 5:00 pm Work Session/Briefing
SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE OF MEETING BY VIDEO CONFERENCE
In accordance with an Order of the Office of the Governor issued on March 16, 2020, as extended, the City Council for the City of Duncanville, Texas will conduct a City Council Regular Meeting in person and by video conference at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, January 18, 2021, in order to advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings (also called “social distancing”) in an effort to slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
This is an open meeting conducted by in-person and video conference.
Due to limited seating in council chambers, persons or participants may attend by video conference in order to maintain safe social distance as provided in this notice.
To speak by video conference during Citizen Comments, you must register with the City Secretary before 4 pm on Tuesday, January 18, 2021, email citysecretary@duncanville.com and title the email. “Public Comment – January 18th. You will need to register with the link below to attend the meeting by video conference. During the Citizen Comments period of the agenda, the City Secretary will call your name and allow access to your camera and microphone. Feel free to email your citizen comment to the City Secretary when registering for the Mayor to read into the record if any unexpected technical issues arise.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
A recording of the video meeting will be made available to the public in accordance with the Open Meetings Act upon written request.
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WORK SESSION / BRIEFING
Citizen comments will not be heard during the Work Session/Briefing but will be heard during the Regular Session.
1. EXECUTIVE SESSION
- City Council shall convene into closed executive session to consult with the City Attorney pursuant to the to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code concerning a claim and/or threaten litigation involving real property located at 608 HWY 67, Duncanville, TX 75137
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City Council shall convene into closed executive session pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Govt Code to seek legal advice from the City Attorney regarding pending litigation to wit: City of Duncanville v. EON Reality, Cause No. DC-21-00095 filed in the District Court 134th Judicial District Dallas, Texas.
- Pamela McAllister v. City of Duncanville, Cause No. DC-21-06105 in the 116th District Court, Dallas County, Texas.
- Prater Electric, LLC v. City of Duncanville, Cause No. DC-20-03938 in the L-193rd Judicial District, Dallas County Texas.
- City Council shall convene into closed executive session pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Govt Code to seek legal advice from the City Attorney regarding short-term rentals, specific use permit and registration ordinance.
2. DISCUSS AGENDA ITEMS
3. BRIEFINGS / PRESENTATIONS
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REGULAR SESSION - CONVENE INTO THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS (7:00 P.M. OR IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 5:00 PM WORK SESSION/BRIEFING)
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE; TEXAS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. REPORTS
A. Mayor's Report.
B. Councilmembers' Reports
C. City Manager's Report.
2. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
A. Proclamation recognizing Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 17, 2022.
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B. A Proclamation recognizing the month of January as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month.
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3. CITIZENS' INPUT
“Pursuant to Section 551.007 of the Texas Gov’t Code, any member of the public has the opportunity to address the City Council concerning any matter of public business or any posted agenda item; however, the Act prohibits the City Council from deliberating any issues not on the public agenda and such non-agenda issues may be referred to City staff for research and any future action; all persons addressing are subject to council adopted rules and limitations permitted by law”
At this time, two-minute comments will be taken from the audience on any topic. To address the Council, please submit a fully-completed request card to the City Secretary prior to the beginning of the Citizens' Input portion of the Council meeting. In accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, the City Council cannot discuss issues raised or make any decisions at this time. Issues may be referred to City Staff for research and possible future action.
To speak by video conference during Citizen Comments, you must register with the City Secretary before 4 pm on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, email citysecretary@duncanville.com and title the email. “Public Comment – January 18th. You will need to register with the link below to attend the meeting by video conference. During the Citizen Comments period of the agenda, the City Secretary will call your name and allow access to your camera and microphone. Feel free to email your citizen comment to the City Secretary when registering for the Mayor to read into the record if any unexpected technical issues arise.
The City Secretary will still set a two-minute time limit on the comments as they are read.
4. CONSENT AGENDA
The following may be acted upon in one motion. A City Councilmember may request items be removed from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration.
A. Consider a Resolution authorizing execution of City of Grand Prairie Contract #21186, an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement, with Curtco, Inc. for Pavement Crack and Joint Sealing Services for the prices set forth in City of Grand Prairie Contract #21186, with an estimated expenditure amount of $225,000.00.
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B. Consider a Resolution authorizing the purchase of a backhoe from South Star JCB through Sourcewell Contract #040319-JCB in the expenditure amount of $111,850.00.
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C. Consider a Resolution authorizing the purchase of pavement lifting services from Nortex Concrete Lift and Stabilization, Inc., located in Fort Worth through the City of Grand Prairie Contract 21259 for the unit prices bid, with an estimated expenditure amount of $100,000.00.
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D. Consider a Resolution authorizing a purchase agreement with Tyler Technologies Inc., for Annual Software Support and Maintenance for the City ERP System, using Sourcewell Cooperative Contract #090320-TTI in an amount up to $96,077.23.
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5. ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION
A. Consider an Ordinance authorizing and establishing regulations for the enforcement of Municipal Code of Ordinances and other Codes and Ordinances of the City; authorizing designated Non-Peace Enforcement Officer (Code Enforcement Officer, Inspector, Animal Control Officer) or Licensed Peace Officer of the City to issue citations for violations of the Municipal Code of Ordinances and other Codes and Ordinances of the City.
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B. Consider a Resolution approving the allocation recommendations of the American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in accordance with U.S. Department of Treasury guidelines.
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C. Consider a Resolution casting the City Council of the City of Duncanville's vote for the fourth member of the Board of Directors of the Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD).
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D. Take any necessary action as a result of the Executive Session.
6. STAFF AND BOARD REPORTS
A. Receive the Police Department Quarterly Report.
B. Receive the Fire Department Quarterly Report.
ADJOURNMENT
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Duncanville City Manager Names New Chief of Police |
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Duncanville, TX (January 10, 2022) – The City of Duncanville today announced the permanent appointment of Mark LiVigni as Chief of Police. Mr. LiVigni has been a member of the Duncanville Police Department since 1993, most recently serving as Interim Police Chief since March of 2021.
After vetting twenty-six candidates down to three finalists who went through a battery of interviews, including a community meet and greet, City Manager Aretha R. Ferrell-Benavides selected Mark LiVigni as the new Chief of Police.
“Both Chief LiVigni’s professionalism and commitment to our City made him an ideal choice for permanent appointment as our Chief of Police,” said City Manager Aretha R. Ferrell-Benavides. “I am genuinely excited to see his vision for our police department become a reality and have a positive impact on the lives of Duncanville’s residents.”
“I have had the honor of working alongside Mark for many years now,” Assistant City Manager and former Police Chief Robert D. Brown, Jr. added. “I am confident that our new Chief of Police will innovate and elevate the Duncanville Police Department.”
Chief LiVigni, a veteran of the United States Air Force, has more than twenty-eight years of policing experience, all serving the citizens of Duncanville. He has served in every sworn rank of the department and is only the second individual in the department’s history to have done so with this appointment. He is also a graduate of several high-level professional training courses, including the F.B.I. National Academy, the Senior Management in Policing training of the Police Executive Research Forum, and the Institute of Law Enforcement Administration’s Executive Leadership training. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of North Texas.
Chief LiVigni said, “I could not be more excited, honored, yet humbled to serve this diverse City of Champions as its Chief of Police. The men and women of the Duncanville Police Department are committed to providing the best police service possible to the citizens of this great city. Collectively, we will work to make a good department even better. I appreciate our city management team’s confidence and that of our mayor and city council members.”
“I and the Duncanville City Council, as representatives of the residents of our fine City, are pleased that Duncanville will have a continuity of the type of quality service our great Police Department has always provided,” said Mayor Barry L. Gordon. “Mark LiVigni’s commitment to our fine men and women in uniform and our community make his selection one I and City Council can stand behind with great confidence.”
A formal Swearing-In ceremony is planned for Thursday, February 3, 2022.
Police Chief LiVigni recently promoted Matthew Stogner to serve as Assistant Chief of Police. Mr. Stogner holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration and a Texas Master Peace Officer Certification. He is a graduate of the Senior Management in Policing Program from the Police Executive Research Forum in Boston, Massachusetts. Matthew Stogner has most recently served as S.W.A.T. Commander and has been an officer, sergeant, and lieutenant during his 22-year career.
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Duncanville Library Updated Hours of Operation |
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12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Municipal Court Updated Hours of Operation |
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8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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The Municipal Court will be closed weekdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. for a lunch break. |
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Municipal Court Updated Hours of Operation |
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8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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The Municipal Court will be closed weekdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. for a lunch break. |
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City of Duncanville Weekly Update
January 14, 2022
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Stay up-to-date on City activities and projects!
The City Manager provides a weekly update to the Duncanville Mayor and City Council of departmental activities and other significant items of interest.
In the interest of keeping the public better informed, the City is pleased to make those updates available to the citizens.
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Start Your Career in Duncanville |
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The City of Duncanville currently has full-time, part-time, intern, and seasonal positions available. Visit the City's Career Opportunities page and take your first steps toward a career right here in Duncanville!
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2022 City Council Election
Application Deadline to
File for Place on the Ballot is
Friday, February 18, 2022 - 5:00 PM
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Candidate filing packets are still available in the City Secretary’s office for the 2022 City Officers election on Saturday, May 7th. Duncanville voters will go to the polls to elect the Mayor, and Council Members to represent Districts 2 and 4 for a two-year term. The application deadline is 5:00 PM on Friday, February 18, 2022.
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CITY HALL
203 E Wheatland Rd, Duncanville, TX 75116
Phone: 972-780-5000
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