North Richland Hills City Council Meeting Highlights

Following are other highlights from the Feb. 10, 2025 City Council meeting. For more details and to watch the meeting video, visit www.nrhtx.com/agendas. You can also sign up to be notified by email when new meeting agendas are posted. 

North Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Center Discussion

Staff presented an overview of the city’s role in the North Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Center Program. The center, based in Irving, is one of nine across the state that brings together federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to combat gang violence and organized crime. The program is funded by the governor’s office through a grant and overseen by a Board of Directors comprised of the participating agencies. At the governor’s request, the City of North Richland Hills has served as the fiduciary for the grant since the TAG Center’s inception in 2016. In this role, the city processes all contracts and purchases for the TAG Center. 

Emergency Preparedness Discussion

Staff presented an overview of the city’s emergency preparedness plans, activities and partnerships. An update to the Tarrant County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan will be brought back to Council for consideration at a future meeting. Residents interested in learning more are invited to participate in Community Emergency Response Team training, which is held each Fall. 

City Council Election

The City Council approved a resolution calling the May 3, 2025 General Election. Council Places 1, 3, 5 and 7 will be on the ballot. The City Secretary’s Office is accepting candidate applications through 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14. Early voting will take place April 22 – 29 at the NRH Library and NRH City Hall. Visit our elections webpage for more information. 

Appointments 

The City Council made the following board and commission appointments. 

• Andrew “Tyler” Chambers, Library Board, Place 4

• Paul Epperley, Planning & Zoning Commission, Place 2

• Thomas Kerby, Planning & Zoning Commission, Alternate A

• Phyllis Scott, Teen Court Advisory Board, Place 2

Backyard Chickens Ordinance

The Council amended the Backyard Chickens ordinance to remove the sunset provision. A revision to the annual permit process will be brought forward with other revisions to the City’s animal ordinances at a future meeting. 

Special Presentation

The Council recognized former State Representative Stephanie Klick for her years of service to the community. 

United Way Presentation

City of NRH employees presented a check for more than $45,900 to assist the United Way of Tarrant County and its partner agencies in improving the lives of people and families in need in Tarrant County. Campaign Chair Katherine Ratcliff recognized the campaign committee and thanked all employees who contributed to this year’s campaign.