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BENBROOK HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

Residential Development

Benbrook is enjoying stable growth in the form of construction with new residences valued close to twelve million
and with new commercial buildings valued at over three million. Towards the end of 2014, four new residential
developments were completed or under construction adding a total of 307 new residential lots in the following
areas: Whitestone Ranch, Phase 4; Brookside at Benbrook Field Addition, Phase II; La Cantera at Team ranch, Phase
III; and Palomino Estates, Phase II.

Public Investments

Public Investment projects use tax revenue to build projects that benefit the public, such as parks and park
improvements, drainage projects, and public buildings. The following projects were started in 2014: pavement of
alleyway from Usher Street towards Benbrook Boulevard, extension of Benbrook Parkway and Winbrook Drive to
accommodate future economic development, and replacing and upgrading lighting facilities at Dutch Branch Park.
The following projects were completed in 2014: Hike and Bike trail from Benbrook Community Center/YMCA to the
parking lot at the Dutch Branch Athletic Complex, construction of alleyway between Wade Hampton and Usher
Streets, asphalt overlay of two miles of roadway, and the Bryant Street drainage project to intercept storm water and
covey it to an existing storm drain to minimize the impact of potential flooding in the area.

Awards and Recognitions

In 2014 the City of Benbrook received or maintained various awards and recognition for exemplary municipal services.
These awards highlight Benbrook’s commitment to exceed the expectations of our citizens. Benbrook was honored
to receive the following awards: Voice of the People, Texas Certified Scenic City, Planning Excellence, Recognized Law
Enforcement Agency, Community Rating System for Flood Insurance, and Government Finance Officers Association
awards for Distinguished Budget Presentation and Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.

CITY OF BENBROOK 2018-19 ANNUAL BUDGET
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