PILLAR: Core
AGENDA DATE: April 22, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 2, 3, 8
DEPARTMENT: Department of Facilities and Real Estate Management
PRIORITY: Infrastructure
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SUBJECT
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Authorize (1) payment of outstanding invoices to Dalworth Restoration, LLC for emergency water mitigation and content removal services resulting from the January 2026 Freeze, in an estimated amount of $392,941.51; and (2) payment of an invoice to Dalworth Restoration, LLC for content storage and move-back services in an estimated amount of $63,999.48, also resulting from the January 2026 Freeze - Total estimated amount of $456,940.99 - Financing: Capital Construction Fund ($391,940.99) and General Fund ($65,000.00) (subject to annual appropriations)
*In alignment with Capital Improvement Program.
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BACKGROUND
On January 23, 2026, the City of Dallas experienced a severe winter weather event that brought ice, sleet, and snow to the metroplex. Prolonged freezing temperatures caused pipes to freeze and burst at numerous City-owned facilities, resulting in extensive damage to three locations: the Stemmons Building, Kleberg-Rylie Branch Library, and an Office of Arts and Culture storage facility at Hensley Field.
The Department of Facilities and Real Estate Management maintains a service contract with Dalworth Restoration, LLC for disaster recovery services, including water extraction and contents drying, with a not-to-exceed amount of $125,000.00. At the time of the event, $100,000.00 remained available; however, the extent of damage across multiple locations required services exceeding the contract amount.
The Stemmons Building located at 7800 North Stemmons Freeway, sustained water intrusion across five floors due to a broken roof drain on the 10th floor. Immediate water mitigation services were required to prevent mold growth and further structural damage.
The Kleberg-Rylie Branch Library located at 1301 Edd Road,...
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