Place 4 Council Member· 2026-2028
Vincent Gabriel
Balch Springs
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 16
- Total speaking time
- 48:42
- Avg per meeting
- 3:03
- Segments
- 831
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Top issues during term (20)
FY 2026-2027 Annual Operating Budget and Tax Rate
Allocates roughly $1.48 million in projected revenues toward administrative operations, community park development, and city transfers.
Roadway Improvements on Major Thoroughfares
Financial commitment not to exceed $500,000, supported by previously budgeted CIP funds.
Placer AI Location Data and Retail Recruitment Demo
$5,750 for the one-year Placer AI contract renewal.
Police and Fire Meet and Confer Agreements
Potential long-term savings or reallocation of funds toward frontline staffing through attrition.
Alexander Village Infrastructure & Right-of-Way Acquisition
Clears the path for active economic development agreements and retail investment.
Solid Waste Rate Increase
A proposed 3.90% increase in customer solid waste utility rates is pending.
Chamber Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Program Report
An expenditure not to exceed $5,500 funded by the Type A EDC budget.
Timothy Lane Residential Subdivision Development
Estimated $4.5 million private investment by the developer, with required utility up-sizing.
City Manager Employment and Evaluation
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Code Enforcement and Property Maintenance
Establishes registration fees and re-inspection fees ($50 per failed re-inspection) along with daily fines up to $500 for non-compliance.
Hickory Tree Road Right-of-Way Acquisition
Funded through capital improvement project allocations.
City Board and Committee Appointments
Right now, taxpayers aren't paying anything extra, but a legal battle could end up costing the city.
Belt Line Corridor Commercial Growth
New commercial projects will expand the city's sales tax base and trigger required right-of-way and roadway improvements.
Mesquite ISD Spooktacular 5K Sponsorship
Expenditure not to exceed $2,000 from advertising and promotions budget.
Elam Road Facade Improvement Grants
Grant expenditure not to exceed $5,000.
Irwin Park Scoreboard Upgrades
Proposed expenditure of up to $80,000 currently placed on hold.
Place 6 Council Seat Vacancy Process
None.
CityServeX Community Resource Coordination Partnership
Requires city-provided laptops and administrative support.
Elam Road Corridor Mixed-Use Rezoning & City Center Vision
None immediate, though future private development will be guided by these standards.
Residential Housing Development Update
Generates long-term property tax revenue and infuses private investment into the local economy.
Decisions during term (292)
Recorded while Gabriel was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda Items A and B
Appointment of Christopher Watson to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Project Specific Agreement with Dallas County for Roadway Improvements
Proclamation for Opal J. Smith
Reappointment of Millie Sanders
Appointment of Lamika Tapley
Appointment of Lamia Marano
Open Application Process for Place 6 Council Vacancy
August 17, 2026 - Special Meeting
September 2, 2026 - Special Meeting
September 21, 2026 - Special Meeting
October 12, 2026 - Regular Meeting
November 9, 2026, and November 16, 2026
December 7, 2026, and December 14, 2026
Adjourn.
Approval of Minutes
Contract Amendment with Kimberly Horn for Alexander Village
Funding for Appraisal Services at 13420 Alexander Road
Table Engineering Contract for TxDOT Grant Intersection Improvements
Facade Improvement Grant for Star Graphic Designs and Dunn's Auto Care
Voting record (64)
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Consent Agenda Approval
Voted against the consent agenda after attempting to move items for separate discussion.
Police Meet and Confer Agreement
Fire Department Meet and Confer Agreement
Motion to Remove City Manager Charles Fenner
Made the motion to remove the City Manager on the grounds of breach of contract.
Schedule FY 2027 Budget Public Hearing and Adoption
Postpone Utility Billing Audit Discussion
Appointment of Interim Police Chief
Voted in support of Chief Hurley who has not been charged or prosecuted.
Councilmember Hill moved to approve A (1), B, C and item D be moved to individual items for consideration.
Councilmember Hill moved to approve the Kappa Kamp Summer Enrichment Program Proclamation.
Councilmember Hill moved to amend the Annual Budget for fiscal year October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026; providing that expenditures shall be made in accordance with said budget as amended for
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia moved to appoint Councilmember Salau as the Mayor Pro Tem for one (1) year term.
Expansion of Verizon GPS Vehicle Tracking
Councilmember Garcia moved to approve five additional vehicles for the Verizon GPS vehicle tracking system.
Councilmember Bruner-Myles moved to amend the Annual Budget for fiscal year October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026; providing that expenditures shall be made in accordance with said budget as ame
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia moved to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute the Development Agreement with EmpowerHER Housing Foundation Inc. to develop and acquire land located at 11001 Harvest
Councilmember Hill moved that the City Council be paid the following Friday after the last meeting of the month.
Councilmember Hill moved to adjourn.
Councilmember Garcia moved to approve the purchase of a 2026 Vac-Con V312N/1300 Combination Cleaning Machine from CLS Equipment Co. Inc., not to exceed $597,000.00 from the Capital Vehicle Fund.
Councilmember Hill moved to approve the City Manager's training for 2026, including June 4-7 through Texas City Manager Conference, December 12-13 Government Finance Association of Texas and 2026 Exec
Councilmember Myles moved to approve A (1), B, C, E of the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember Myles moved to approve funding for construction of playground and equipment at Oakridge Park by Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds & Water Parks located at 14201 Spring Oaks Drive, not to
Councilmember Myles moved to approve a resolution 979-26 for adoption of the Balch Springs Comprehensive Safety Action Plan as funded and awarded by 2025 Safe Streets and Roads For All (SS4A) Grant Pr
Councilmember Hill moved to adjourn.
Integrated Security System Vendor Approval
Expressed privacy concerns regarding AI-based data collection, biometrics, and third-party data sharing.
Development Agreement for Lake June Road Business Park
Expressed concerns over tree removal, drainage impacts, and the project's disruptive nature to the surrounding residential area.
Rezoning Application 002-2026 for Lake June Road Business Park
Voiced ongoing concerns regarding the project's fit within the quaint area and the impact on local residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia moved to approve A ( 1), B, C, D and E.
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia moved to approve an ordinance for Zoning Ordinance Amendment Application 001- 2026 by Jesus & Denis Carbajal to rezone subject parcels totaling (+/-) 2. 460 acres from Single -Fam
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia moved to appoint Irvin Almazan to the Type B Board as a Regular member.
Councilmember Salau moved to approve an ordinance for Zoning Ordinance Amendment Application 001- 2026 by Jesus & Denis Carbajal to amend the Balch Springs 2050 Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan from
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia moved to approve the City Manager to negotiate and execute the Development Agreement with Jesus Carbajal to allow for the development of the property located at 2404 Crystal Drive
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia moved to approved amendments to the City' s Master Fee Schedule to establish fees for the Rental and Multifamily Property Registration and Inspection Program Ordinance No. 3273- 2
Councilmember Hill moved to adjourn.
Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Future Land Use Plan at 2404 Crystal Drive
Rezoning Application for 2404 Crystal Drive (Indoor Soccer Facility)
Development Agreement for 2404 Crystal Drive
Carfax Crash Data Agreement
Expressed concern regarding an ongoing class-action lawsuit against Carfax concerning potential negative impacts on vehicle resale values.