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City of Haltom City Annual Budget, FY 2020
Supplemental Information

Haltom City, by virtue of its strategic location in Tarrant
County, is attractive for new development and
redevelopment. The City created the Haltom City
Economic Development Corporation in 1995 in order to
provide for cultural, recreational and economic
opportunities. The City was also a founding member of
the Northeast Tarrant County Chamber of Commerce
in 1968. The Chamber, located in Haltom City, works
for business development in Haltom City, North
Richland Hills, Richland Hills and Watauga.

In 2006 the City engaged a firm to assist in the creation of a redevelopment plan for the Belknap
Street Business Corridor. This community focused effort will include participation by businesses
along Belknap as well as nearby residents in order to develop a vision for a revitalized business
sector. The master plan was completed during 2007 and continued through review by Boards,
Commissions and the City Council during 2008. The plan is now a component of the City’s 2009
Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP). In FY2013 the realignment of the intersection of Belknap
and Denton Highway will enhance the traffic patterns in the corridor and create new
redevelopment opportunities.

The long-awaited expansion of Loop 820 presents for Haltom City a unique opportunity for new
development in the last large open space in the City has completed in FY2017. Improved access
from the widening project will make the property on both the north and side sides of the highway
attractive for development. Business campuses are envisioned for the area along with a possible
town center. New exciting additions to the Loop 820 corridor include High Pointe Development,
Grand on Beach, Haltom City Business Park and two Marriott Flag Hotels.

CITY OF HALTOM CITY
CURRENT BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Approximately 86 volunteers serve on 14 boards and commissions. These committees were
created either by City Code, City Ordinance, or Resolution. The responsibilities, powers, terms
of office, membership size, qualifications and meeting schedules vary for each board and
commission.

The City Council seeks nominations of citizens interested in serving as vacancies arise.
Information regarding the duties and responsibilities of the boards and commissions and how to
apply for a position on a board or commission can be obtained through the City Secretary’s Office.

ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The purpose is to assist the city in complying with the requirements of V.T.C.A., Health and Safety
Code Ch. 823, which regulates the operation of local government animal shelters. The Animal
Advisory Committee consists of five members nominated and appointed by the city council at
large. One member is a licensed veterinarian, one member a municipal official, one member
represents an animal welfare organization, one member has duties that include the daily operation
of an animal shelter, and the fifth member is a citizen of the city. The committee holds meetings
at least three times a year.

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