3.
DISCUSS THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS' LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM
Assistant City Manager Trudy Lewis provided an overview of the city's past legislative
program. The city utilized the services of Vicki Truitt Consulting to monitor bills during the
session. In preparation for the upcoming legislative session, staff requested a quote from
Vicki Truitt Consulting and Focused Advocacy. Ms. Lewis reviewed the quotes and
services provided by both vendors. Staff seeks City Council's direction for the level of
engagement they want to be involved at the legislature.
Ms. Hartman commented that based on City Council's desire they can have direct
involvement with Focused Advocacy. The vendor will work with the city to propose a
strategy, inform the city of bills that need officials to testify before committees and how to
provide an effective testimony. She shared that Vicki Truitt does not provide the same
level of service as Focused Advocacy.
City Council discussed the level of services provided by both, what would be best for the
city, interest in being more involved during the legislative session, service and advocacy
of the Texas Municipal League, new representatives at the state level, funding for
lobbying efforts, and state versus local control.
At the direction of City Council, Ms. Lewis advised that staff will have an item on the
December 9, 2024 meeting to discuss the city's legislative program and the level of
engagement with Focused Advocacy.
4.
DISCUSS THE MOSQUITO SURVEILLANCE AND RESPONSE PROGRAM
Director of Neighborhood Services Stefanie Martinez provided an update on the city's
2024 mosquito program, costs associated with the program, pros/cons of the program,
reviewed participating cities in Tarrant County's program, and other cities that utilize
ground spraying. Staff recommends the city continue the surveillance program, assist in
monitoring and educating the public and discontinue ground spraying.
The City Council consensus was to discontinue the ground spraying.
Mayor McCarty moved back to item 1, discuss items on the regular City Council meeting.
Ms. Hartman informed City Council that staff recommends item B.7, Oncor Commercial
License Agreement with NRH2O Family Water Park, be removed from the consent
agenda. The address listed in the caption is incorrect. Staff will speak to the correct
address during the regular meeting.