HomeMy WebLinkAboutKNRH 2026-08-18 Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE KEEP NORTH RICHLAND HILLS BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION
FOR THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS,
HELD AT THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS CITY HALL
4301 CITY POINT DRIVE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
The Keep North Richland Hills Beautiful Commission of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas,
held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:45 p.m. in the Neighborhood Services
Conference Room.
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:45 p.m.
Present:
Kathy Luppy Chair
Donah Tyner Place 1
Kathleen Kaiser Place 2
Lindsey Eagan Place 3
Jerry Tyner Place 5
Nancy Cardone Place 7
Jack Roach Alternate
Absent:
Mark Seay Place 4
Staff Members:
Kristin James, Assistant Director of Neighborhood Services
B. PUPLIC COMMENTS •
No Public Comments were made.
C. ACTION ITEMS
C.1 Approve minutes of the July 21, 2026 Keep NRH Beautiful Meeting
Donah Tyner motioned to approve the minutes, and the motion was seconded by Nancy
Cardone. The Commission then approved the minutes unanimously.
D. PRESENTATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
D.1 Discuss 2026 Trash Bash
Mrs. Kristin James delivered a report on the 2026 Trash Bash, providing a comprehensive
overview of the event and detailing the tasks that remain outstanding. She presented
multiple design options for the event shirts, after which commission members offered their
feedback and recommended modifications. Mrs. James indicated that she will present further
updates to the board at the September meeting.
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D.2 Discuss Halloween Award Program
The Commission engaged in a discussion regarding the potential establishment of a
Halloween Decorations Award Program, modeled after the existing Christmas Lighting
Competition. Members expressed strong opinions both in support of and in opposition to the
proposed program. After consideration, the Commission elected to table the item for further
discussion in the following year. Mrs. James will consult with the Parks and Recreation
Department to explore the possibility of a future partnership in implementing such a program.
D.3 Discuss Recycling at City Sponsored Events
This item was placed on the agenda at the request of Commission Member Jack Roach, who
inquired why the City promotes recycling and provides educational outreach on the subject
yet does not offer recycling services at major City-sponsored events, such as concerts and
similar activities. Mrs. James explained that implementing recycling at large public events
presents significant logistical challenges, particularly related to contamination and the sorting
of materials. She noted that while event recycling is not currently in place, the City maintains
a strong commitment to workplace recycling, and all City facilities utilize recycling dumpsters
on a daily basis. Mrs. James will confer with the Parks Department to determine the
obstacles to providing recycling at events and will report back to the Commission with her
findings.
D.4 Discuss Classes and Schedule for 2026
Mrs. James presented the following schedule for 2026. She reminded the commission that
this calendar was subject to change.
Gardens the Flutter Class — Thursday, September 10 at 5:30 pm (Library Community
Room)
KNRHB Meeting —Tuesday, September 15 at 5:45 pm (City Hall)
2026 Trash Bash — Saturday, September 26 — Details to Come
Monthly Plant Guide Seminar — Thursday, October 8 at 5:30 pm — (Library Community
Room)
KNRHB Meeting — Tuesday, October 20 at 5:45 pm (City Hall) — Review School Grant
Apps. .
KNRHB Meeting —Tuesday, November 17 at.5:45 pm (City Hall)
Native Plants in Suburban Landscapes Seminar — Thursday, November 19 at 5:30 PM
(Library Community Room) .
Christmas Light Judging — Sunday December 13 and Monday December 14 (If needed)
Dates TBD
FALL AT THE HALL
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E. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 pm.
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Kathy Lupp Chair
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