City of University Park City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council conducted a public hearing and subsequent deliberations regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget, including a proposed 'Budget+' package. Discussion covered funding for police and fire department personnel, equipment, pension enhancements, and parking technology. The Council adopted the FY2027 Budget and ratified the associated property tax revenue increase. Additionally, a property tax rate was set, an ordinance ordering a special election for voter approval of the tax rate was passed, and amendments to the Fee Schedule for FY2027 were approved, including changes to water, sanitation, and recycling rates.
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City Council Of The City Of University Park Meeting Minutes
The City Council discussed and acted upon several matters, including the renewal of an interlocal agreement with the Highland Park Independent School District regarding Germany Park and the selection of new providers for employee benefit contracts. The Council approved a fiscal budget amendment to facilitate a fund transfer to the Capital Projects Fund. Additionally, the Council held public hearings regarding site plan amendments for shade structures at Hyer Elementary and University Park Elementary schools, and received a detailed presentation on the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, including a supplemental package and tax rate considerations. A resolution was adopted to set the maximum proposed property tax rate for the upcoming tax year.
Jun 2, 2026·Board meeting
City of University Park City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council conducted an executive session to discuss security personnel, short-term rentals, and Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) matters. Key actions included the recognition of a retiring employee, the approval of an extension to a pilot program for labor staffing in the Sanitation division, and authorization of capital funding for playground border stones. The Council also approved a change order and final payment for the Fondren Public Safety Building and authorized the City Manager to enter into an inter-agency agreement for public safety radio interoperability.
