On the agenda: Bedford meeting — data center (Jun 9)

Regular Meeting of the Bedford City Council
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Bedford City Hall
2000 Forest Ridge Drive
Bedford, Texas 76021
COMPLETE COUNCIL AGENDAS AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW
ONLINE AT http://www.bedfordtx.gov
REGULAR SESSION
CALL TO ORDER/GENERAL COMMENTS
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (The public is invited to address the Council on any topic. Citizens desiring to speak on Public Hearing(s) must do so at the

time the Public Hearing(s) are opened. In order to speak during Public Comments a person must first sign in with the City Secretary prior to the Regular
Session being called to order. Speakers will be called upon in the order in which they sign in. Any person not signing in prior to the commencement of the
Regular Session shall not be allowed to speak under Public Comments. Further, Public Comments is limited to a maximum of 3 minutes per speaker.)

CONSIDER APPROVAL OF ITEMS BY CONSENT (Consent items are deemed to need little Council deliberation and will be acted upon
as a business item. Any member of the City Council may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda and placed before the City Council for
full discussion. Approval of the Consent Agenda authorizes the City Manager, or a designee, to implement each item in accordance with staff
recommendation.)
1. Consider approval of the following City Council minutes:
a) May 26, 2026 regular meeting
2. Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to enter into a one-year agreement
with four one-year renewal options for the purchase of water treatment chemicals and replacement
parts from Petra Chemical Company for an annual amount of $30,726, totaling $153,630 if all extensions
are exercised.
3. Consider a resolution approving the installation of a stop sign at the intersection of Oak Cove Lane and
Edgewater Drive.
NEW BUSINESS
4. Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute a design contract with
Freese and Nichols, Inc. for the design of HC-1 Bank Stabilization and Sewer Design in an amount not
to exceed $383,500.
REPORTS
5. Mayor/Council Member Reports
6. City Manager/Staff Reports

EXECUTIVE SESSION
To convene in closed session, in compliance with Section 551.001 et. Seq. Texas Government Code, to
discuss the following:
a) Pursuant to Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment,
duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee – City Manager review.
7. Take any action necessary as a result of the Executive Session.

(Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code, the City Council reserves the right to consult in a closed meeting with its attorney and to receive legal advice regarding any item listed
on this agenda.)

ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted on the outside window in a display cabinet at the City Hall of the City
of Bedford, Texas, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public at all times, and said Notice was posted by the following date and time: Wednesday, June 3,
2026 at 5:00 p.m., and remained so posted at least 3 business days before said meeting convened.

Michael Wells, City Secretary

Date Notice Removed

(Auxiliary aids and services are available to a person when necessary to afford an equal opportunity to participate in City functions and activities. Auxiliary aids and services or
accommodations must be requested in writing to the City Secretary’s Office a minimum of seventy-two hours (72) hours prior to the scheduled starting time of the posted meeting.
Requests can be delivered in person or mailed to the City Secretary’s Office at 2000 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford, TX 76021, or emailed to [email protected]. Some
requests may take longer due to the nature, extent and/or availability of such auxiliary aids, services or accommodations.)

Pursuant to Sec.551.043(c) Texas Government Code
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget and Taxpayer Impact Statement

AGENDA

PRESENTER: Michael Wells, City Secretary
Minutes

ITEM:
Consider approval of the following City Council minutes:
a) May 26, 2026 regular meeting

DISCUSSION:
N/A

ATTACHMENTS:
May 26, 2026 regular meeting

DATE: 6/9/2026

AGENDA
Council Minutes May 26, 2026
STATE OF TEXAS

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COUNTY OF TARRANT

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CITY OF BEDFORD

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The City Council of the City of Bedford, Texas, met in Regular Session at 6:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 2000 Forest Ridge Drive, on the 26th day of May, 2026 with
the following members present:
Dan Cogan
Nichelle D. Dawkins
Joy Donovan Brandon
Rob Gagliardi
Shelly Lemman
Amy Sabol

Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
Councilmembers

constituting a quorum.
Councilmember Farco was absent from the meeting.
Staff present included:
Andrea Roy
Mark Long
Bryn Meredith
Michael Wells
Molly Fox
Bobby LaPenna
Wes Morrison
Brandi West

City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
City Secretary
Communications Director
Police Chief
Development Director
Special Projects and Risk Manager

REGULAR SESSION
The Regular Session began at 6:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER/GENERAL COMMENTS
Mayor Cogan called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION
Councilmember Donovan Brandon gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledges of Allegiance to the flags of the United States and Texas were given.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Hannah Bell, 6837 Routt Street, Fort Worth - Ms. Bell signed up to speak about ONSTAGE in
Bedford. She expressed gratitude to the City for providing an affordable home for community

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theater for several decades and for supporting arts and culture in Bedford. She stated that the
partnership allowed generations of residents to participate in and experience live theater and
helped foster a collaborative arts environment for multiple artistic groups. Ms. Bell noted that
ONSTAGE supports the planned renovations to the Old Bedford School and appreciates the
City’s continued investment in the arts but said the loss of the longstanding partnership was
difficult for the organization and community. She concluded by stating that ONSTAGE remains
committed to serving Bedford and the arts community through continued productions and support
for local artists and audiences.
COUNCIL RECOGNITION
•

Recognition of the graduates of the 2026 class of Bedford University.

The graduates of the 2026 class of Bedford University were recognized as follows: John
Andersen, Anthony Bissell, Marie Bulone, Domenico Bulone, Maranda Elam, Matthew Floyd,
Fredrick Githae, Rene Hernandez, Jacelyn Jimenez, Nila Kasitati, Clara Know, Mikea Knox, Jeff
Peace, Dean Ross, Ellen Smallwood, Ronnie Tilton and Jerrilyn Woodard-Entrekin.
•

Employee Service Recognition

The following employees received recognition for dedicated service and commitment to the City
of Bedford:
Abby Aldrich, Communications – 5 years of service
Stephanie Carrera, Police – 5 years of service
PRESENTATION
•

Presentation and discussion by the Trinity River Authority regarding alternative
financing mechanisms for the Tarrant County Water Supply Project and related
proposed Capital Improvement Program.

Matthew Jalbert with the Trinity River Authority (TRA) presented an overview of the Tarrant
County Water Supply Project (TCWSP) and recent meetings with customer cities on their Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP), including how rates could be gradually increased over time. He stated
that the current contracting mechanism with the cities of Bedford and Euless requires the TRA to
issue bonds for CIP projects and incur significant debt up front.
Mr. Jalbert explained that the biggest driver in the revised CIP is federal regulations related to the
monitoring and reporting of “Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances” (PFAS) in drinking water. He
stated that the TRA is required to report PFAS testing results by April 2027 and comply with
Maximum Containment Levels (MCLs) by April 2029; however, the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) recently proposed rules extending the compliance deadline to April 2031 and
rescinding regulatory determinations and standards for four additional compounds. Mr. Jalbert
further explained that in 2025, the TRA did not have a single quarter without multiple samples
over the MCL for “Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid” (PFOS). He presented a chart showing PFOS
testing results in 2025, including concentration levels from raw water and treated water as well as
the sources of the raw water. There was discussion regarding MCLs, possible future EPA
restrictions, and whether the 2025 results were an anomaly. Mr. Jalbert confirmed that the TRA
has not implemented PFAS mitigation measures.
Mr. Jalbert provided status updates on current CIP projects, including projects at the treatment

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plant, and reviewed the five-year CIP financial outlay, including project drivers. He stated that the
total CIP is approximately $860 million, with PFAS-related treatment plant improvements totaling
approximately $265 million. He explained that construction of the raw water transmission line was
shifted out further to move up the priority of the PFAS project to make the rates more sustainable.
Mr. Jalbert stated that PFAS treatment costs are estimated at approximately $2.75 to $3.00 per
gallon. He explained that treatment would be accomplished through granular activated carbon,
which would also improve taste and odor and assist in manganese removal. He further discussed
pilot testing, the implementation schedule for the PFAS treatment program, and the layout of the
future treatment site. There was discussion regarding federal deadlines, pilot testing and
implementation schedules, replacement of obsolete ozone generators, the current safety of
drinking water, and any potential impacts of delaying other projects to prioritize the PFAS
treatment program.
Mr. Jalbert proposed partially funding the CIP through an Extendable Commercial Paper Program
(ECP) with an authorization of up to $400 million. He stated that the ECP has been implemented
in all other TRA systems. He explained that as projects move forward, TRA’s finance department
can let contracts out based on authorization and later evaluate long-term bond issuances based
on cash requirements and cash flow. He stated that the ECP would spread the long-term debt
issuances over the construction period and provide flexibility for changes in project timelines and
construction.
Mr. Jalbert presented a comparison of the cost of service and contract revenue between longterm debt and the ECP and stated that the goal is to have the ECP available by the end of the
current fiscal year. He reviewed other potential funding sources, including a program through the
Texas Water Development Board and lawsuit settlement payments from various companies. Mr.
Jalbert further outlined the next steps for implementing the ECP program, including modifications
to the contracts with the cities of Euless and Bedford. There was discussion regarding the
estimated 2031 completion date of projects, inflation assumptions included in cost estimates and
interest projections, a ten-year outlook for the CIP, potential restraints in the revised contracts,
providing annual CIP updates to Council, replacing equipment sooner to spread out the impact of
improvement costs, and the potential impact of data centers on the water supply.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF ITEMS BY CONSENT
City Manager Andrea Roy presented an overview of items on the Consent Agenda.
Motioned by Councilmember Gagliardi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dawkins, to approve the
following items by consent: 1 and 2.
Motion approved 6-0-0. Mayor Cogan declared the motion carried.
1. Consider approval of the following City Council minutes:
a) May 12, 2026 regular meeting
This item was approved by consent.
2. Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to cancel the November 24 and
December 22, 2026 regular Council meetings.
This item was approved by consent.
NEW BUSINESS

AGENDA
Council Minutes May 26, 2026
3. Consider a resolution approving a site plan for Lot 1R-3 Block 1 of the Gateway Village
Addition for a drive-through restaurant located to the west of North Industrial Blvd,
approximately 400 feet north of Airport Fwy, commonly known as 213 N. Industrial Blvd.
(SITE-26-1)
Development Director Wes Morrison presented information on this item, which is a site plan
approval request for a Chipotle with a drive-through. He explained that the site is an outparcel of
the Market at Gateway development and is currently flat and without vegetation, as it was
previously cleared for public infrastructure improvements. Mr. Morrison stated the site plan
complies with all requirements of the Heavy Commercial Zoning District and the Master Highway
Corridor Overlay District (MHC). He reviewed the landscape plan and stated that staff is working
with the applicants for all outparcels to ensure cohesive and consistent landscaping throughout
the development. He further stated that the building elevations meet the MHC requirements and
noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the site
plan.
In response to questions from Council, Mr. Morrison confirmed that staff would monitor the
landscaping to ensure consistency with the remainder of the development. He stated that a traffic
study had been completed as part of the overall Market at Gateway development and that all
access to the Chipotle site would be internal to the development. There was discussion on a gap
in the landscape buffer to accommodate a sidewalk, including the requirement for pedestrian
access for all outparcels. There was further discussion regarding the location and screening of
the dumpster, including concerns expressed by the Planning and Zoning Commission that it could
interfere with the drive-through. Mr. Morrison explained that this would be an operational issue for
Chipotle to address. There was further discussion on the purpose of a site plan and the Council’s
role in reviewing and approving site plans.
Motioned by Councilmember Gagliardi, seconded by Councilmember Donovan Brandon, to
approve a resolution approving a site plan for Lot 1R-3 Block 1 of the Gateway Village Addition
for a drive-through restaurant located to the west of North Industrial Blvd, approximately 400 feet
north of Airport Fwy, commonly known as 213 N. Industrial Blvd. (SITE-26-1)
Motion approved 6-0-0. Mayor Cogan declared the motion carried.
REPORTS
4. Mayor/Council Member Reports
Mayor Cogan reported on attending the celebration for the grand opening celebration for the HE-B grocery store and thanked Mayor Pro Tem Dawkins and Councilmembers Sabol and
Donovan Brandon for attending. He further reported that the traffic impact was not as severe as
initially anticipated, which was aided by the City’s installation of a traffic signal to improve traffic
flow. He thanked the staffs of the cities of Bedford and Euless for their efforts in making the project
possible.
Councilmember Donovan Brandon reported on attending the Northeast Fire Department
Association open house with City Manager Andrea Roy and other Council Members. She
commended the fire department staffs of the participating cities and stated that the organization
was an example of collaboration and cooperation among the cities.
Councilmember Gagliardi reported on attending the Public Works ice cream day event and
discussed staff’s teamwork, including the creation of their own department logo. He further

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commented on the quality of City staff and work products and noted the positive turnaround within
the Public Works Department.
5. Report on most recent meeting of the following Boards:
• Animal Shelter Advisory Board
No report was given.
•

Beautification Advisory Board

Mayor Pro Tem Dawkins reported that the Board had been scheduled to meet the previous week
but was unable to achieve a quorum. She stated the Board had planned to discuss extending the
deadline for the Beautification Awards due to the lack of submissions.
•

Library Advisory Board

Councilmember Donovan Brandon reported on the success of the HEB Reads! kickoff event,
which drew approximately 3,500 to 4,000 participants.
•

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

No report was given.
•

Senior Advisory Board

No report was given.
6. City Manager/Staff Reports
City Manager Andrea Roy discussed the efforts Public Works Director Layne Cline has made with
the staff in his department. On behalf of Councilmember Farco, she also reported on attending
the International Council of Shopping Centers conference along with Economic Development
Manager Christian Smith and representatives from the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Chamber of
Commerce and the cities of Euless and Hurst.
7. Take any action necessary as a result of the Executive Session.
Executive Session was not held.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Cogan adjourned the meeting at 7:09 p.m.

___________________________________
Daniel S. Cogan, Mayor

AGENDA
Council Minutes May 26, 2026
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Michael Wells, City Secretary

AGENDA

PRESENTER: Angi Mize, Purchasing Manager
Council Strategic Focus Area:

DATE: 06/09/26

Organizational Excellence

ITEM:
Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to enter into a one-year agreement with
four one-year renewal options for the purchase of water treatment chemicals and replacement parts from Petra
Chemical Company for an annual amount of $30,726, totaling $153,630 if all extensions are exercised.
City Attorney Review: N/A Purchasing Review: Yes
City Manager’s Office Review: 

Budget Review: Yes

BACKGROUND:
This contract will provide for the annual supply and delivery of water treatment chemicals and related parts
necessary for the operation and maintenance of the City’s water and wastewater treatment systems and the
City pools. Products will be purchased on an as-needed basis and include Sodium Hypochlorite, Liquid
Ammonia Sulfate, and Hydrochloric Acid.
Notice of bid #2026-23 was advertised and distributed to 38 vendors. Two bids were received as shown on
the attached tabulation. Although AmeriDyne Industries submitted the apparent low bid, the company has only
been in business for six months. The bid specifications require vendors to have a minimum of three years of
experience supplying treatment chemicals. Therefore, AmeriDyne Industries is considered non-responsive to
the solicitation requirements.

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the following motion:
Approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to enter into a one-year agreement with
four one-year renewal options for the purchase of water treatment chemicals and replacement parts from Petra
Chemical Company for an annual amount of $30,726, totaling $153,630 if all extensions are exercised.

FISCAL IMPACT:
Various Departmental Operating Budgets:

ATTACHMENTS:
$30,726

Resolution
Tabulation

AGENDA
CITY OF BEDFORD, TEXAS
RESOLUTION NO. 2026A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNEE TO
ENTER INTO A ONE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH FOUR ONE-YEAR RENEWAL
OPTIONS FOR THE PURCHASE OF WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS AND
REPLACEMENT PARTS FROM PETRA CHEMICAL COMPANY FOR AN
ANNUAL AMOUNT OF $30,726, TOTALING $153,630 IF ALL EXTENSIONS
ARE EXERCISED.
WHEREAS, the City Council of Bedford, Texas recognizes the importance of providing
these products for day-to-day operations; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that awarding this agreement to Petra Chemical
Company is in the best interest of the City of Bedford.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BEDFORD, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
The findings above are found to be true and correct and are incorporated herein in their
entirety.
SECTION 2.
The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager or her designee to enter into a oneyear agreement with four one-year renewal options for the purchase of water treatment chemicals
and replacement parts from Petra Chemical Company for an annual amount of $30,726, totaling
$153,630 if all extensions are exercised.
SECTION 3.
Funding will come from the various departmental operating budgets.
PRESENTED AND PASSED this 9th day of June 2026, by a vote of __ ayes, __ nays,
and __ abstentions, at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bedford, Texas.
_____________________________
Daniel S. Cogan, Mayor
ATTEST:

_______________________________
Michael Wells, City Secretary

AGENDA

WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS & PARTS
RFB #2026-23
TABULATION

Non-Responsive
Bid Tabulation
Water Treatment Chemicals

AmeriDyne Industries

Petra Chemicals

RFB # 2026-23
Description
Item
QTY
1 Sodium Hypochlorite
6,000
2
Ammonia Sulfate Solution
250
3 Hydrochloric Acid (30-gallon drum 6
4 Miscellaneous Parts (not to exceed %

UOM
Gallons
Gallons
Drums
Discount

Austin
Unit Price
Extended Price
2.05 $
12,300.00
5.82 $
1,455.00
267.30 $
1,603.80
0%
$
10,000.00
$
25,358.80
*only 6 months in *no municipality
business
experience
requrements were
miniumum of
three years

SCORECARD

Unit Price2
3.09
5.90
118.50
0%

Dallas
Extended Price3
$
18,540.00
$
1,475.00
$
711.00
$
10,000.00
$
30,726.00

AGENDA

PRESENTER: Marah Aqqad, P.E., City Engineer
Council Strategic Focus Area:

DATE: 06/09/26

Quality of Life

ITEM:
Consider a resolution approving the installation of a stop sign at the intersection of Oak Cove Lane and
Edgewater Drive.
City Attorney Review: N/A Purchasing Review: N/A
City Manager’s Office Review: 

Budget Review: N/A

BACKGROUND:
The City received a request from a resident to install a stop sign at the intersection of Oak Cove Lane and
Edgewater Drive. Per Article II of the City's Code of Ordinances governing traffic control devices, all stop sign
installations require City Council approval. Staff reviewed the request and had no objections to the installation.
Staff is also in the process of updating Article II of the Code of Ordinances to allow for administrative approval
of routine traffic control device installations, such as stop signs, without requiring Council action. This
amendment will streamline the process for future requests while preserving Council's authority over more
significant traffic and roadway changes. That ordinance amendment will be brought to Council for
consideration at a future meeting.

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the following motion:
Approval of a resolution approving the installation of a stop sign at the intersection of Oak Cove Lane and
Edgewater Drive.

FISCAL IMPACT:

ATTACHMENTS:

N/A

Resolution
Vicinity Map

AGENDA
CITY OF BEDFORD, TEXAS
RESOLUTION NO. 2026A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF A STOP SIGN AT THE
INTERSECTION OF OAK COVE LANE AND EDGEWATER DRIVE AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Bedford, Texas, pursuant to Article II of the Code of Ordinances
governing traffic control devices, requires City Council approval for the installation of stop signs
within the City; and,
WHEREAS, the City received a request for installation of a stop sign at the intersection
of Oak Cove Lane and Edgewater Drive; staff reviewed the request, has no objections, and
recommends approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BEDFORD, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
The findings above are found to be true and correct and are incorporated herein in their
entirety.
SECTION 2.
The City Council of Bedford, Texas hereby approves the installation of a stop sign at the
intersection of Oak Cove Lane and Edgewater Drive, and authorizes the City Manager or her
designee to take all necessary steps to complete said installation.
SECTION 3.
This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its date of passage and it is
so resolved.
PRESENTED AND PASSED this 9th day of June 2026, by a vote of __ ayes, __ nays,
and __ abstentions, at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bedford, Texas.
_____________________________
Daniel S. Cogan, Mayor
ATTEST:

_______________________________
Michael Wells, City Secretary

AGENDA

AGENDA

PRESENTER: Marah Aqqad, P.E., City Engineer
Council Strategic Focus Area:

DATE: 06/09/26

Transformation & Redevelopment

ITEM:
Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute a design contract with Freese
and Nichols, Inc. for the design of HC-1 Bank Stabilization and Sewer Design in an amount not to exceed
$383,500.
City Attorney Review: Yes Purchasing Review: Yes
City Manager’s Office Review: 

Budget Review: Yes

BACKGROUND:
The HC-1 channel, located approximately 200 linear feet downstream of Commerce Place, has experienced
ongoing bank erosion that has exposed an existing sanitary sewer line and threatens adjacent properties and
infrastructure. The issue was identified by City staff and was further documented in the Drainage Master Plan
completed by Freese and Nichols, which evaluated conditions along the channel and developed a preferred
alternative for stabilization.
During scoping, staff considered whether an alternatives analysis should be performed prior to design;
however, doing so would have extended the project schedule and added cost. Because the Drainage Master
Plan had already established a preferred alternative that does not require easement acquisition or utility
relocation, staff determined that proceeding directly to design was the appropriate path forward.
The project corridor falls within both the FEMA floodplain and floodway, which requires hydraulic analysis to
demonstrate no adverse impact to surrounding properties and coordination with applicable regulatory
requirements.
The proposed scope of work includes stabilizing approximately 400 linear feet of stream bank and addressing
approximately 350 linear feet of exposed sanitary sewer. Prior to design, Public Works staff performed
emergency interim repairs to the exposed sewer line using a minimal-disturbance approach, given the site's
location within the FEMA floodplain and floodway. Staff reinforced the pipe beneath the pipe with concrete
bags, covered the pipe with graded rock and sand, and grouted the rock in place. The sewer line is no longer
exposed, which allows the City to complete a full design before construction rather than requiring immediate
emergency procurement.

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the following motion:
Approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute a design contract with Freese
and Nichols, Inc. for the design of HC-1 Bank Stabilization and Sewer Design in an amount not to exceed
$383,500.

FISCAL IMPACT:
Stormwater Fund:

ATTACHMENTS:
$383,500

Resolution
Proposal
Professional Services Agreement
Presentation

AGENDA
CITY OF BEDFORD, TEXAS
RESOLUTION NO. 2026A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNEE TO
EXECUTE A DESIGN CONTRACT WITH FREESE AND NICHOLS, INC. FOR
THE DESIGN OF HC-1 BANK STABILIZATION AND SEWER DESIGN IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $383,500 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of Bedford, Texas , in performing governmental functions or
in paying for performance of governmental functions hereunder, shall make that performance or
those payments from current revenues legally available to that party; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council of Bedford, Texas recognizes the importance of providing
these improvements to be responsive to the needs of the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BEDFORD, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
The findings above are found to be true and correct and are incorporated herein in their
entirety.
SECTION 2.
The City Council of Bedford, Texas hereby authorizes the City Manager or her designee
to enter a design contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. to design Sanitary Sewer and Bank
Stabilization for HC-1 as identified in the Drainage Master Plan, in an amount not to exceed
$383,500.
SECTION 3.
This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its date of passage and it is
so resolved.
PRESENTED AND PASSED this 9th day of June 2026, by a vote of __ ayes, __ nays,
and __ abstentions, at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bedford, Texas.
_____________________________
Daniel S. Cogan, Mayor
ATTEST:

_______________________________
Michael Wells, City Secretary

AGENDA

www.freese.com

801 Cherry Street, Suite 2800 + Fort Worth, Texas 76102 + 817-735-7300 + FAX 817-735-7491

February 16, 2026
Marah Aqqad, P.E.
City Engineer
City of Bedford
Re: Proposal for HC-1 Bank Stabilization and Sewer Design
Dear Ms. Aqqad:
In response to your request, Freese and Nichols, Inc. is pleased to present this proposal for the above
referenced project. A detailed scope of work is attached. This proposal includes the following services
and tasks:

Fee Breakdown by Task
Task Description

Basic Services

1 Design Management

$26,200.00

2 Preliminary Design (60 Percent)

$79,100.00

3 Final Design (90 & 100 Percent)

$97,600.00

Basic Services Total

$202,900.00
Special Services

4 Bid Phase

$9,200.00

5 Construction Phase

$43,600.00

6 Easement Documents

$12,600.00

7 Flood Study

$24,800.00

8 Topographic Survey and SUE

$21,600.00

9 Environmental Permitting

$24,700.00

10 Geotechnical Investigation

$44,100.00

Special Services Total
Project Total

$180,600.00
$383,500.00

AGENDA
Proposal for HC-1 Bank Stabilization and Sewer Design
February 16, 2026
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Thank you for the opportunity to assist the City of Bedford on this project. If you have any questions,
please call me at (817) 735-7509. We will be pleased to discuss this proposal with you and are willing to
structure the contract as needed to best meet the needs and goals of the City.
Sincerely,
Freese and Nichols, Inc.

Jonathan Schwartzenberg, P.E., CFM
Project Manager

Scott Hubley, P.E., CFM
Vice-President

AGENDA

EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
HC-1 Bank Stabilization and Sewer Design

City of Bedford
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
Freese and Nichols, Inc., (FNI) has been contracted by the City of Bedford (CITY) to support the design of
bank stabilization and sewer improvements along HC-1 located approximately 200 linear feet downstream
of Commerce Place. The purpose of the project is to address ongoing bank erosion along the stream that is
threatening adjacent properties and infrastructure. As part of this effort, an existing sanitary sewer line
located adjacent to the eroding bank will be replaced. Bank stabilization improvements include stabilizing
approximately 400 linear feet of bank and replacing 350 linear feet of sanitary sewer. In addition, provisions
for replacement, relocation, or protection of private features such as fences, irrigation, and landscaping. As
directed by the City, the proposed design will be based on the alternative created as part of the Drainage
Masterplan by FNI dated on October 23, 2025.
Below is a description of the scope of services to be provided by FNI, including construction document
development, drainage analysis, survey services, environmental permitting, and geotechnical investigation.
BASIC SERVICES
Task 1. Design Management
Task 2. Preliminary Design (60 Percent)
Task 3. Final Design (90 & 100 Percent)
SPECIAL SERVICES
Task 4. Bid Phase
Task 5. Construction Phase
Task 6. Easement Documents
Task 7. Flood Study
Task 8. Topographic Survey and SUE
Task 9. Environmental Permitting
Task 10. Geotechnical Investigation

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AGENDA
BASIC SERVICES
TASK 1 – DESIGN MANAGEMENT
FNI will manage the work outlined in this scope to facilitate efficient and effective use of
Engineer’s and City’s time and resources. FNI will manage change, communicate effectively,
coordinate internally and externally as needed, and proactively address issues with the City’s
Project Manager and others as necessary to make progress on the work.
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Managing the Team
Lead, manage and direct team activities.
Verify quality control is practiced in performance of the work.
Communicate internally among team members.
Task and allocate team resources.

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Site Visit
FNI will perform one (1) design site visit.

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Communications and Reporting
Attend a pre-design project kickoff meeting with City staff to confirm and clarify
scope, understand City objectives, and provide economical and functional designs that
meet City requirements. This meeting is assumed to be in person.
Attend two (2) additional project meetings with City staff as needed. These meetings
are assumed to be virtual.
Prepare invoices and submit monthly in the format requested by the City.
Prepare and submit monthly progress reports.
Prepare and submit baseline Project Schedule to the City.
Identify franchise utility conflicts and notify franchise utility owner. One proposed
relocation plan from each identified utility owner will be reviewed. Further
coordination is an additional service.

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FNI assumes project duration of ten (10) months from notice to proceed for Basic
Services.
DELIVERABLES
A. Meeting summaries with action items
B. Monthly invoices
C. Monthly progress reports
D. Baseline design schedule
E. Monthly schedule updates with schedule narrative describing any current or
anticipated schedule changes.
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TASK 2 – PRELIMINARY DESIGN (60 PERCENT)
FNI will develop the preliminary design of the infrastructure as follows:
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Development of Preliminary Design Drawings shall include the following:
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Cover Sheet
Legend
General Notes
Horizontal Control
Erosion Control
Overall Project Layout
Plan and Profile Bank Stabilization Improvements
Cross Sections of Bank Stabilization Improvements
Plan and Profile Sewer Improvements
Bank Stabilization Details
Sewer Details
Geotech Details
Standard Details
The Preliminary Design Package will include the following:

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Preliminary design drawings
Opinion of Probable Construction Cost
Initial compilation of City specs with identified additional specifications needed
Meetings

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FNI will attend one (1) preliminary design (60%) virtual meeting with City.

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City will provide standard documents and standards for use in preparing the contract.
It is understood the City expects to procure a contractor using a Competitive Sealed
Proposal (CSP) process.
This scope includes addressing one (1) round of comments to the Preliminary Design
documents and such comments, if any, will be incorporated into the Final Design
documents. FNI will attend one (1) meeting with the City to review the Preliminary
Design documents. FNI will provide written responses to comments provided by the
City.
FNI shall not proceed with Final Design activities without written approval by the
City of the Preliminary Design plans.
Plan sheets will be set up using FNI CAD standards.
Draft plan sheets will be formatted for 22”x24” sheets. FNI will provide a half scaled
11”x17” pdf.
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One (1) electronic copy (PDF format) of the preliminary design package will be
delivered for the 60% design.
Assumes 2 weeks for City review for Preliminary Design documents.

DELIVERABLES
A. Preliminary Design Package
TASK 3 – FINAL DESIGN (90 & 100 PERCENT)
Upon approval of the Preliminary plans, FNI will prepare construction plans as follows:
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Development of the Final Design Drawings (90%) shall include the following:
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All design elements
Staging and Access plans as needed.
All necessary standard and special details.
The Final Design Package (90%) will include the following:

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Final Design Drawings
Opinion of Probable Construction Cost
Specifications book with special specifications included.
Meetings

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FNI will attend one (1) final design (90%) virtual review meeting with City.
Construction Documents (100%)

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Following a final design package review meeting with the City, FNI shall submit
Final Plans (100%). Each plan sheet shall be stamped, dated, and signed by an
engineer registered in the State of Texas.
FNI shall submit a final design opinion of probable construction cost with the final
plans submitted.

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All assumptions from Task 2 apply to Task 3.

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One (1) electronic copy (PDF format) of the final design package will be delivered
for the 90% and 100% design.
This scope includes addressing one (1) round of comments to the Final Design
documents and such comments, if any, will be incorporated into the Construction
Documents. FNI will attend one (1) meeting with the City to review the Final Design
documents. FNI will provide written responses to comments provided by the City.
Assumes 2 weeks for City review for Final Design documents.

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DELIVERABLES
A. 90% construction plans and specifications.
B. 100% construction plans and specifications.
C. Detailed estimates of probable construction cost for the authorized construction
project, including summaries of bid items and quantities using the City’s standard bid
items and format.

SPECIAL SERVICES

TASK 4 – BID PHASE
Upon completion of the design services and approval of “Final” drawings and specifications by
City, FNI will proceed with the performance of services in this phase as follows:
4.1.

Bid Support
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Assist City by responding up to ten (10) questions and interpreting bid documents.

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At City’s request, FNI will assist in opening and tabulating the bids received. Provide
feedback as requested based on the qualifications information provided by the bidder
in accordance with the Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) method. The bidding
process and all bidding parameters as part of the CSP method will be administered
and determined by the City. Recommendation of award of contract or other actions as
appropriate to be determined by the City.

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Assist City in the preparation of the City executed construction documents. Provide
six (6) sets of construction plans and project manuals with incorporated bid addenda
items (if applicable). Distribute four (4) copies of these documents to the contractor
with a notice of award that includes directions for the execution of the documents by
the construction contractor. Provide City with the remaining two (2) copies of these
documents for use during construction. Additional sets of documents can be provided
as an additional service.

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6 half size (11”x17”) plan sets, 6 full size (22”x34”) plan sets, and 6 project manuals
will be delivered for construction.
City will lead the bidding process for Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) method.

DELIVERABLES
A. Bid tabulations
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B. Construction Documents
TASK 5 – CONSTRUCTION PHASE
FNI shall observe the progress and the quality of work associated with construction and to
attempt to determine in general if the work is proceeding in accordance with the Construction
Contract Documents. FNI will report any observed deficiencies to the City. It is understood
that FNI does not guarantee the Contractor’s performance, nor is FNI responsible for
supervision of the Contractor’s operation and employees. FNI shall not be responsible for the
means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures of construction selected by the
Contractor, or any safety precautions and programs relating in any way to the condition of the
premises, the work of the Contractor or any Sub- Contractor. FNI shall not be responsible for
the acts or omissions of any person (except its own employees or agents) at the Project site or
otherwise performing any of the work of the Project. Visits to the site more than the specified
number are an Additional Service and shall not be performed unless authorized in advance by
the City. At the request of the City, and as budget allows, FNI shall:
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Provide general representation during construction. This will include the following
site visits:
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Initial construction limit staking
Verification of excavation prior to material placement
Placement of bank protection
Up to two (2) additional site visits, as needed

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Assist the City in interpreting the construction documents for the CONTRACTOR;

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Conduct, in company with City representative, a final review of the Project for
conformance with the design concept of the Project and general compliance with the
Construction Contract Documents. Prepare a list of deficiencies to be corrected by
the contractor before recommendation of final payment. Visiting the site to review
completed work in excess of two trips are an additional service and shall not be
performed unless authorized in advance by the City.

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After the completion of construction, FNI will provide record drawings of the final
constructed project based on data provided by Contractor As-Builts.
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FNI will compile a plan set incorporating all plan sheet revisions made during
construction. This set will be transmitted to the City as the basis for creating an AsBuilt plan set. The City will be responsible for documenting any changes made in the
field or identified by the contractor beyond those which were documented in a sheet
revision by FNI.

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Five (5) site visits will be attended by FNI

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Ten (10) submittal reviews will be performed by FNI.

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Five (5) RFI responses will be provided by FNI. Up to two (2) design change orders
will be performed if requested to address an RFI.
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TASK 6 – EASEMENT DOCUMENTS
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Permanent and Temporary Easements
Provide up to two (2) easement documents for temporary easements signed and sealed
by a registered professional land surveyor.
Copy of existing appraisal district tax card, parent deed or plat, and all other supporting
documents will be provided.
The surveyor will stake instrument corners once final documents have been approved
by the City.
FNI will provide easement documents to City. City will be responsible for acquiring
and negotiations of easements with landowner.
Rework of easement documents due to design revisions is an additional service not
included in this scope.

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TASK 7 – FLOOD STUDY
FNI will model the proposed improvements to verify its hydraulic function, demonstrate
compliance with FEMA regulations, and confirm that the project does not adversely impact
adjacent property. Comparison of water surface profiles will be based on 100-year design storm
event for the pre-project and post-project conditions under existing hydrologic conditions.
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HC-1 Drainage Analysis
The effective FEMA model for HC-1, as provided by the City, will be considered the
best available data.
Adequate field survey and cross sections will be added to analyze existing and proposed
project conditions within the project footprint.
FNI will create pre-project and post-project conditions model geometries. The models
will be executed in 1D steady-state.
FNI will provide a table summarizing the pre-project and post-project 100-year water
surface elevations and velocities for each cross section and the difference in each.
FNI will develop maps that show the extent of the 100-year floodplain for comparison
between pre-project and post-project conditions.
Effective discharge values within the hydraulic model will be used for the analysis.
Hydrologic input updates are not included in this scope of work.
Results will be documented in a Drainage Memo.
Up to one set of comments will be addressed to prepare a final report.

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Hydrologic modeling is not included. The analysis will be based on existing hydrologic
conditions. Fully Developed hydrologic conditions will not be evaluated in this scope.
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Floodway analysis is not included in this scope.
CLOMR and LOMR effort not included in the scope.
Draft Drainage Memo will be submitted with the preliminary design package.
Assumes 2 weeks for City review.
FNI will respond to one (1) round of comments from the City. Additional round of
comments or significant design change to due to Client or City preference will
considered and additional service.

DELIVERABLES
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Draft and Final Drainage Memo will be delivered digitally (PDF format).

TASK 8 – TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY AND SUE
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Design Survey
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Establish horizontal and vertical control for the survey limits. The basis of control shall
be the City of Bedford geodetic control if available. Otherwise the Allterra-VRS GPS
system will be used to establish the horizontal and vertical values.

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Orthorectified imagery will be captured using UAV technology.

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Topographic survey will be performed for the project area. Survey will be collected
generally at 25’ intervals and at all grade breaks. Surface features will be identified
including trees 4” and larger, utility appurtenances, and drainage features. An 811
utility locate request will be performed to identify utilities.

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Securing Right of Entry for the survey work on private property is excluded from this
scope and must be coordinated by the City.

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Property research and property corner survey to establish existing property
boundaries, rights of way, easements and ownership for the project limits.

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Provide a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Quality Level B as described below.
The SUE shall be performed in accordance with CI/ASCE 38-02.

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Conduct appropriate investigations (e.g., owner records, county/city records,
personal interviews, visual inspections, etc.), to help identify utility owners that
may have facilities within the project limits or that may be affected by the project.
Collect applicable records (e.g., utility owner base maps, “as built” or record
drawings, permit records, field notes, geographic information system data, oral
histories, etc.) on the existence and approximate location of existing involved
utilities.
Review records for: evidence or indication of additional available records;
duplicate or conflicting information; need for clarification.

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Develop SUE plan sheets and transfer information on all involved utilities to
appropriate design plan sheets, electronic files, and/or other documents as
required. Exercise professional judgment to resolve conflicting information. For
information depicted, indicate: utility type and ownership; date of depiction;
quality level(s); end points of any utility data; line status (e.g., active, abandoned,
out of service); line size and condition; number of jointly buried cables; and
encasement.

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Identify surface features, from project topographic data and from field
observations, that are surface appurtenances of subsurface utilities.
Include survey and correlation of aerial or ground-mounted utility facilities in
Quality Level C tasks.
Survey surface features of subsurface utility facilities or systems.
The survey shall also include (in addition to subsurface utility features visible at
the ground surface): determination of invert elevations of any manholes and
vaults; sketches showing interior dimensions and line connections of such
manholes and vaults; any surface markings denoting subsurface utilities,
furnished by utility owners for design purposes.
Exercise professional judgment to correlate data from different sources, and to
resolve conflicting information.
Update (or prepare) plan sheets, electronic files, and/or other documents to reflect
the integration of Quality Level D and Quality Level C information.
Recommend follow-up investigations (e.g., additional surveys, consultation with
utility owners, etc.) as may be needed to further resolve discrepancies.
Provide Quality Level C to identify overhead utilities on the project and provide
the overhead utility information on the SUE plan sheets.

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Select and apply appropriate surface geophysical method(s) to search for and
detect subsurface utilities within the project limits, and/or to trace a particular
utility line or system.
Based on an interpretation of data, mark the indications of utilities on the ground
surface for subsequent survey. Utilize paint or other method acceptable for
marking of lines.
Unless otherwise directed, mark centerline of single-conduit lines, and outside
edges of multi-conduit systems.
Resolve differences between designated utilities and utility records and surveyed
appurtenances.
Recommend additional measures to resolve differences if they still exist.
Recommendations may include additional or different surface geophysical
methods, exploratory excavation, or upgrade to Quality Level A data.
As an alternative to the physical marking of lines, the ENGINEER may, with
CITY’s approval, utilize other means of data collection, storage, retrieval, and

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reduction, that enables the correlation of surface geophysical data to the project’s
survey control.
Level A (includes tasks as described for Quality Level B)
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Expose and locate utilities at specific locations.
Tie horizontal and vertical location of utility to survey control.
Provide utility size and configuration.
Provide paving thickness and type, where applicable.
Provide general soil type and site conditions and such other pertinent information
as is reasonably ascertainable from each test hole site.

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Level A SUE is not included.

TASK 9 – ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING
It is assumed that the project will be subject to permitting under Section 404 of the Clean Water
Act. It is expected that the project can be permitted under a Nationwide Permit with a
Preconstruction Notification to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Additional USACE
coordination and application submittals may be required. See Additional Services for those
services which FNI can perform as an additional authorization if needed.
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Environmental Coordination and Pedestrian Survey
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FNI environmental scientists will coordinate with the project Engineers at
approximately alternatives analysis, 60-, and 90-percent design to determine if the
proposed project improvements have been designed to meet environmental permit
requirements.

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FNI will compile readily available existing information and prepare maps of the
proposed project. The types of information that will be gathered will include U.S.
Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5-minute topographic maps, U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (USFWS) National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) maps, Natural Resources
Conservation Service (NRCS) soils maps, as well as recent and historical aerial
photographs of the site and other relevant sources.

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FNI environmental scientists will conduct a pedestrian survey of the proposed project
area. HC-1 Ordinary High-Water Marks (OHWMs) in the project area will either be
marked with pin flags on the east and west banks within the proposed project limits
for surveyors to tie-in or the OHWM location data will be collected with a handheld
GPS unit, or both. Additional information, including potential federally listed
threatened and endangered species habitat observations.
USACE Coordination
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FNI Environmental Scientists will prepare and submit a Pre-Application Meeting
Request and coordinate with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Fort Worth
District Regulatory Office to schedule a meeting. FNI assumes that this meeting will
be held via conference call or video conference. FNI Environmental Scientists will
prepare meeting materials, meet with Regulatory Office personnel to discuss Clean
Water Act Section 404 permitting options for the proposed project, and prepare
meeting minutes.
FNI assumes that the proposed project can be authorized under Nationwide Permit 13
(NWP 13; Bank Stabilization). It is FNI’s understanding that the proposed project
design may exceed the NWP 13 threshold limit of one cubic yard per running foot of
fill below the OHWM. If the NWP limits are exceeded, FNI will request for this limit
to be waived by the USACE District Engineer. If the NWP 13 threshold limit is
exceeded and cannot be waived by the USACE District Engineer, an individual
permit (IP) application may be required for project authorization. An IP application
can be prepared as an additional service. FNI will finalize the draft NWP 13 PCN,
based on input from the City and the design team, and submit the PCN to the
USACE.
FNI Environmental Scientists will prepare a draft NWP 13 Pre-construction
notification (PCN) for the proposed project and submit the document to the City for
review. Comments from the City will be incorporated into the document. This scope
assumes that the only affected water of the U.S. will be HC-1 and that a preliminary
jurisdictional determination (PJD) form will suffice. This scope also assumes that the
proposed bank stabilization repairs will not require compensatory mitigation;
therefore, it does not include coordination with a mitigation bank or preparation of a
compensatory mitigation plan.
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Projects sponsored by public entities that affect a cumulative area greater than five
acres or that disturb more than 5,000 cubic yards require advance consultation with
the Texas Historical Commission (THC) according to Section 191.0525 (d) of the
Antiquities Code of Texas. NWP General Condition 20, Historic Properties, requires
compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. FNI will draft
a letter to the THC that describes the proposed project and request concurrence
regarding the requirement for an archaeological survey. The draft coordination letter
will be submitted to the City for review and comments from the City will be
incorporated into the letter before submittal to the THC. An archaeological survey
can be provided by FNI as an additional service, if required.

DELIVERABLES
• Delineation Report
• Draft & Final PCN
• THC Letter

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TASK 10 – GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
The geotechnical investigation will include field exploration, laboratory testing,
geotechnical engineering analysis, and reporting. The purpose of the investigation will be to
provide anticipated subsurface conditions and geotechnical design parameters for the
bank stabilization design.
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Field Investigation

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Conduct one (1) half day site visit prior to exploration activities to determine suitable
locations, coordinate with the CITY and utility locators, and determine accessibility.
Texas 811 will be notified prior to commencement of the field exploration activities
to locate existing underground utilities.

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Subcontract a drilling contractor to drill borings and collect samples of the subgrade
materials at the selected locations.
o The exploration will include 2 exploratory borings within the vicinity of the
stream. Boring depths will be 30 feet below the existing ground surface based
on existing bank height conditions and proposed improvements.
o The borings will be advanced using standard rotary drilling equipment with
hollow stem augers or rotary wash methods. Subsurface samples will be
collected using 3-inch diameter Shelby tubes for cohesive soils and a 2-inch
diameter split-spoon sampler in conjunction with the Standard Penetration
Test (SPT) for intermediate and non-cohesive soils. Rock and rock-like
materials will be tested in situ using the Texas Cone Penetration (TCP) test, as
appropriate for the material encountered. If needed, some rock material will
be cored using a rock core barrel to collect intact rock samples.
o Groundwater observations within the borings will be recorded at the time of
drilling and at the completion of drilling.
o The borings will be backfilled with soil cuttings upon completion of drilling.
Borings located on existing pavement will be cored, and the pavement surface
will be patched upon completion.
o The borings will be logged in the field by an Engineer or Geologist. Visual
classification of the subsurface stratigraphy shall be provided according to
ASTM D2488 and the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS) during
drilling and sampling.

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Testing shall be performed by a geotechnical testing subcontractor on samples
obtained from the borings to determined soil classification of the subsurface
materials.
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FNI will select samples for laboratory testing, assign tests, and review the test results.

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Laboratory tests will be assigned for the specific subsurface materials. Testing will
include general soil index and classification testing and shear strength testing
necessary for geotechnical analyses of the drainage concept design. The testing is
expected to include:
o Classification tests (liquid and plastic limits and percent passing the no. 200
sieve or gradation)
o Moisture content
o Unconfined compression testing
o Unconsolidated-undrained triaxial testing

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Geotechnical Engineering Analysis, Reporting and Design

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Review exploratory boring data and laboratory test results to identify and categorize
subsurface conditions along the channel. Utilize boring data with field survey data to
develop scaled profiles.

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Develop shear strength characterizations and geotechnical design parameters.

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Perform necessary global stability analysis to determine configuration and design
elements of geotechnical stabilizations techniques. The analysis will be performed on
one representative cross section for the proposed bank stabilization design. The
analyses will include slope stability, bearing capacity, expansive soil movement
potential and external stability checks.

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Prepare a Technical Memorandum of the geotechnical exploration to include the
following:
o Summarize the analyses and conceptual design. The memorandum will
include a summary of the subgrade conditions, soil properties and shear
strength parameters, geotechnical design parameters, results and summaries of
the analyses performed, and other general recommendations related to the
design and analysis.
o Documentation of the procedures used to develop shear strength
characterizations and geotechnical design parameters based on the boring and
laboratory test data.
o Results of the global stability analysis along with recommendations to be
considered in design.

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o Appendix with copies of the boring logs, laboratory test results, and exhibits
showing the boring locations.
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Develop up to three (3) detail sheets, including section views, details, and general notes
for the bank stabilization for the 60%, 90%, and 100% design submittals.
Prepare technical specifications, as necessary, for the bank stabilization design for the
60%, 90%, and 100% design submittals.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE EXISTING SCOPE OF SERVICES
CITY of Bedford and FNI agree that the following services are beyond the Scope of
Services described in the tasks above. However, FNI can provide these services, if needed,
upon the CITY’s written request. Any additional amounts paid to FNI as a result of any material
change to the Scope of the Project shall be agreed upon in writing by both parties before the
services are performed. These additional services include the following:
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Field layouts or the furnishing of construction line and grade surveys.
Coordination or permitting other than as described in the scope.
Survey and SUE services other than those stated in the scope.
Preparation of FEMA (CLOMR or LOMR) submittals.
Negotiation of easements or property acquisition.
Preparing data and reports for assistance to CITY in preparation for hearings before
regulatory agencies, courts, arbitration panels or any mediator, giving testimony,
personally or by deposition, and preparations therefore before any regulatory agency,
court, arbitration panel or mediator.
Furnishing the services of a Resident Project Representative to act as CITY’s on-site
representative during the Construction Phase.
Assisting Client in preparing for, or appearing at litigation, mediation, arbitration, dispute
review boards, or other legal and/or administrative proceedings in the defense or
prosecution of claims disputes with Contractor(s).
Performing investigations, studies and analyses of substitutions of equipment and/or
materials or deviations from the drawings and specifications.
Assisting Client in the defense or prosecution of litigation in connection with or in
addition to those services contemplated by this Agreement. Such services, if any, shall be
furnished by FNI on a fee basis negotiated by the respective parties outside of and in
addition to this Agreement.
Performing investigations, studies, and analysis of work proposed by construction
contractors to correct defective work.
Design, contract modifications, studies or analysis required to comply with local, State,
Federal or other regulatory agencies that become effective after the date of this
agreement.
Services required to resolve bid protests or to rebid the projects for any reason.
Visits to the site in excess of the number of trips included in this scope for periodic site
visits, coordination meetings, or contract completion activities.
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Any services required as a result of default of the contractor(s) or the failure, for any
reason, of the contractor(s) to complete the work within the contract time.
Providing basic or additional services on an accelerated time schedule. The scope of this
service include cost for overtime wages of employees and consultants, inefficiencies in
work sequence and plotting or reproduction costs directly attributable to an accelerated
time schedule directed by the Client.
Providing services made necessary because of unforeseen, concealed, or differing site
conditions or due to the presence of hazardous substances in any form.
Providing services to review or evaluate construction contractor(s) claim(s), provided
said claims are supported by causes not within the control of FNI.
Providing value Engineering studies or reviews of cost savings proposed by construction
contractors after bids have been submitted.
Provide follow-up professional services during Contractor’s warranty period.
Presence/absence surveys or formal coordination with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
in regard to federally listed threatened/endangered species.
Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessment.
Identification of tree species and/or preparation of a tree mitigation plan required due to
tree ordinance compliance.
Preparation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
Other environmental services not specifically defined in this scope of services.
Archaeological Investigation.
Preparation of a compensatory mitigation plan.

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EXHIBIT B
PROJECT BUDGET SUMMARY
Fee Breakdown by Task

(Lump Sum)

Basic Services

Task

Description

Budget

1 Design Management

$26,200.00

2 Preliminary Design - 60%

$79,100.00

3 Final Design – 90% & 100%

$97,600.00

Special Services (Cost Plus Max)

Subtotal

$202,900.00

4 Bid Phase

$9,200.00

5 Construction Phase

$43,600.00

6 Easement Documents

$12,600.00

7 Flood Study

$24,800.00

8 Topographic Survey and SUE

$21,600.00

9 Environmental Permitting

$24,700.00

10 Geotechnical Investigation

$44,100.00
Subtotal

$180,600.00

Total

$383,500.00

TIME OF COMPLETION: FNI is authorized to commence work on the Project upon execution
of this Agreement and agrees to complete the design phase services within 300 days from Notice
to Proceed.
If FNI’s services are delayed through no fault of FNI, FNI shall be entitled to adjust contract
schedule consistent with the number of days of delay. These delays may include but are not limited
to delays in Client or regulatory reviews, delays on the flow of information to be provided to FNI,
governmental approvals, etc. These delays may result in an adjustment to compensation.

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FORM CIQ

CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity

OFFICE USE ONLY

This questionnaire reflects changes made to the law by H.B. 23, 84th Leg., Regular Session.
This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176, Local Government Code, by a vendor who
has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a) with a local governmental entity and the
vendor meets requirements under Section 176.006(a).

Date Received

By law this questionnaire must be filed with the records administrator of the local governmental entity not later
than the 7th business day after the date the vendor becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be
filed. See Section 176.006(a-1), Local Government Code.
A vendor commits an offense if the vendor knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local Government Code. An
offense under this section is a misdemeanor.
1

Name of vendor who has a business relationship with local governmental entity.

Freese and Nichols, Inc.
2

3

Check this box if you are filing an update to a previously filed questionnaire. (The law requires that you file an updated
completed questionnaire with the appropriate filing authority not later than the 7th business day after the date on which
you became aware that the originally filed questionnaire was incomplete or inaccurate.)
Name of local government officer about whom the information is being disclosed.

N/A
Name of Officer
4

Describe each employment or other business relationship with the local government officer, or a family member of the
officer, as described by Section 176.003(a)(2)(A). Also describe any family relationship with the local government officer.
Complete subparts A and B for each employment or business relationship described. Attach additional pages to this Form
CIQ as necessary.

A. Is the local government officer or a family member of the officer receiving or likely to receive taxable income,
other than investment income, from the vendor?
Yes

X

No

B. Is the vendor receiving or likely to receive taxable income, other than investment income, from or at the direction
of the local government officer or a family member of the officer AND the taxable income is not received from the
local governmental entity?
Yes
5

X

No

Describe each employment or business relationship that the vendor named in Section 1 maintains with a corporation or
other business entity with respect to which the local government officer serves as an officer or director, or holds an
ownership interest of one percent or more.

6

Check this box if the vendor has given the local government officer or a family member of the officer one or more gifts
as described in Section 176.003(a)(2)(B), excluding gifts described in Section 176.003(a-1).
7

June 2, 2026
Signature of vendor doing business with the governmental entity
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www.ethics.state.tx.us

Date
Revised 1/1/2021

CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity
A complete copy of Chapter 176 of the Local Government Code may be found at http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/
Docs/LG/htm/LG.176.htm. For easy reference, below are some of the sections cited on this form.

Local Government Code § 176.001(1-a): "Business relationship" means a connection between two or more parties
based on commercial activity of one of the parties. The term does not include a connection based on:
(A) a transaction that is subject to rate or fee regulation by a federal, state, or local governmental entity or an
agency of a federal, state, or local governmental entity;
(B) a transaction conducted at a price and subject to terms available to the public; or
(C) a purchase or lease of goods or services from a person that is chartered by a state or federal agency and
that is subject to regular examination by, and reporting to, that agency.
Local Government Code § 176.003(a)(2)(A) and (B):
(a) A local government officer shall file a conflicts disclosure statement with respect to a vendor if:
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(2) the vendor:
(A) has an employment or other business relationship with the local government officer or a
family member of the officer that results in the officer or family member receiving taxable
income, other than investment income, that exceeds $2,500 during the 12-month period
preceding the date that the officer becomes aware that
(i) a contract between the local governmental entity and vendor has been executed;
or
(ii) the local governmental entity is considering entering into a contract with the
vendor;
(B) has given to the local government officer or a family member of the officer one or more gifts
that have an aggregate value of more than $100 in the 12-month period preceding the date the
officer becomes aware that:
(i) a contract between the local governmental entity and vendor has been executed; or
(ii) the local governmental entity is considering entering into a contract with the vendor.
Local Government Code § 176.006(a) and (a-1)
(a) A vendor shall file a completed conflict of interest questionnaire if the vendor has a business relationship
with a local governmental entity and:
(1) has an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer of that local
governmental entity, or a family member of the officer, described by Section 176.003(a)(2)(A);
(2) has given a local government officer of that local governmental entity, or a family member of the
officer, one or more gifts with the aggregate value specified by Section 176.003(a)(2)(B), excluding any
gift described by Section 176.003(a-1); or
(3) has a family relationship with a local government officer of that local governmental entity.
(a-1) The completed conflict of interest questionnaire must be filed with the appropriate records administrator
not later than the seventh business day after the later of:
(1) the date that the vendor:
(A) begins discussions or negotiations to enter into a contract with the local governmental
entity; or
(B) submits to the local governmental entity an application, response to a request for proposals
or bids, correspondence, or another writing related to a potential contract with the local
governmental entity; or
(2) the date the vendor becomes aware:
(A) of an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer, or a
family member of the officer, described by Subsection (a);
(B) that the vendor has given one or more gifts described by Subsection (a); or
(C) of a family relationship with a local government officer.

Form provided by Texas Ethics Commission

www.ethics.state.tx.us

Revised 1/1/2021

AGENDA

HC-1 Bank
Stabilization and
Sewer Design
Professional Services
Agreement

AGENDA

Project Background
• Drainage Master Plan
identified significant creek
erosion adjacent to an
existing Sanitary Sewer line
• Sewer infrastructure is at
risk of failure without
channel stabilization

AGENDA

AGENDA

Next Steps
• Freese and Nichols selected as design consultant
• Contract includes:
• Preliminary and Detailed Design
• Final Construction Document
• Construction Administration/Construction Observation

AGENDA

Cost Distribution and Schedule
Stormwater Fund

Design $383,500

Construction $867,000

Summer 2026 - Summer 2027

Summer 2027

AGENDA

Recommendation/Action Requested
Approval of a resolution authorizing the City
Manager or her designee to execute a design
contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for the
design of HC-1 Bank Stabilization and Sewer
Design in an amount not to exceed $383,500.

AGENDA

Questions/Comments