Item 4E - MemoCITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
MEMORANDUM
June 10, 2025
To: Alison Ortowski, City Manager
From: James Brandon, Assistant City Manager
Item 4E
Subject: Resolution No. 25-025, ceremonially renaming FM 1938 from FM
1709 north to the Southlake city limits as "Gary Fickes Way."
Action
Requested: Approve Resolution No. 25-025, ceremonially renaming FM 1938 from
FM 1709 north to the Southlake city limits as "Gary Fickes Way."
Background
Information: Mr. Fickes has over 35 years of public service as Tarrant County
Commissioner and Mayor of Southlake. He was instrumental in
championing projects that enhanced transportation, infrastructure
improvements, public safety, and community development. His
leadership was instrumental in the planning and implementation of
numerous initiatives that have had a lasting impact on the growth and
prosperity of Tarrant County and Southlake, including mobility
improvements. He was a tireless advocate for regional collaboration,
working alongside fellow commissioners, city leaders, and stakeholders
to ensure that Tarrant County and Southlake remain vibrant for
generations.
Financial
Considerations: N/A
Strategic Link: B2 — Collaborating with select partners to implement service
solutions.
Citizen Input/
Board Review: N/A
Legal Review: N/A
Supporting
Documents: Resolution No. 25-025
Staff
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 25-025 as proposed.
RESOLUTION NO.25-025
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, HONORARILY
DESIGNATING THE SECTION OF FM 1938 FROM FM 1709 NORTH TO THE
SOUTHLAKE CITY LIMIT AS "GARY FICKES WAY"; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Southlake, Texas ("City") is a home rule municipality acting under its
charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article XI, Section 5, of the Texas Constitution and Chapter
9 of the Texas Local Government Code; and
WHEREAS, for eighteen years, Gary Fickes served the citizens of Tarrant County as
Commissioner for Precinct 3 with dedication, leadership, and integrity; and
WHEREAS, Gary Fickes served as Mayor of the City of Southlake from 1989 to 1996; and
WHEREAS, Gary Fickes also served the Southlake community through his service on the Tarrant
County Mayors Council, the Southlake Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Southlake Historical
Society; and
WHEREAS, throughout his over 35 years of community involvement as commissioner, mayor,
and community leader, Gary Fickes demonstrated an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of
life for all residents of Tarrant County, championing projects that enhance infrastructure, public safety, and
community development; and
WHEREAS, Gary Fickes' visionary leadership was instrumental in the planning and
implementation of numerous initiatives that have had a lasting impact on the growth and prosperity of
Southlake and Tarrant County, including the expansion of FM 1938.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1.
FM 1938 from FM 1709 north to the City limits of the City of Southlake is hereby honorarily to be
known as "Gary Fickes Way," and the City Manager is hereby authorized to erect appropriate signage to
reflect this designation.
SECTION 2.
This Resolution shall become effective from and after its passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the day of 92025.
Shawn McCaskill, Mayor
ATTEST:
Amy Shelley, City Secretary