Alvin public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will consider a variance request for a medical complex at 702 S. Gordon Street, seeking to encroach into required building setbacks. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of previous minutes, and staff updates.

• Variance request for 702 S. Gordon Street to encroach 15 feet into rear 20-foot setback
• Variance request to encroach 1 foot 9 inches into side 5-foot setback
• Approve minutes of November 28, 2023 meeting

Animal Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from September and hear reports from the shelter manager and animal control officer. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda is largely routine.

• Approve minutes from September 12, 2023 meeting
• Report from Shelter Manager Autumn Miller on Alvin Animal Adoption Center
• Report from Animal Control Officer Richard 'Keith' Villaloboz on Alvin Animal Control

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board of Alvin, Texas, will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the board chair, director, and senior center manager, and discuss upcoming events, department projects, building and vehicle updates, operations, and the Senior Fund. No new business is listed, and the agenda is largely procedural with routine updates.

• Approval of November 13, 2023 minutes
• Director report on upcoming events and department projects/improvements
• Senior Center Manager report on building, vehicles, operations, and Senior Fund
• No new business items

Library Board

The Alvin Library Board holds its quarterly meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates on a mural project, and hear reports from the Brazoria County Library System Director and the Alvin Branch Librarian. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Review and approve minutes of September 7, 2023 meeting
• Update on status of mural
• Reports from Brazoria County Library System Director and Alvin Branch Librarian
• Consider requests for future agenda items
• Items of community interest

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a regular meeting and executive session on December 7, 2023. The main item is consideration of a general plan for Preservation Creek, a 2,962.3-acre planned unit development. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including ordinances on subdivisions, mowing, and solid waste, plus resolutions on financial representatives and appointments.

• Consider general plan for Preservation Creek PUD, 2,962.3 acres
• Ordinance 23-BB amending subdivision and PUD requirements
• Ordinance 23-JJ amending mowing requirements (public nuisance)
• Ordinance 23-II adding timeline for brush and heavy trash curbside placement
• Resolution 23-R-46 casting votes for Brazoria County Appraisal District Board

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting with a single agenda item: a discussion of Chapter 21-42 of the Alvin Code of Ordinances, which covers sidewalks, ADA ramps, driveways, and driveway approaches. This is a discussion item only, not a final vote or decision. No other business is scheduled.

• Discuss Chapter 21-42 of the Alvin Code of Ordinances regarding sidewalks, ADA ramps, driveways, and driveway approaches

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to discuss and consider park-related business, including a 5-year capital project recommendation list and the Hometown Heroes Banner Program. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes and receiving reports from the chairman and director.

• Discuss 5-year Park Capital Project Recommendations
• Discuss and recommend Hometown Heroes Banner Program
• Approve minutes from June 6, September 5, and November 7, 2023 meetings

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a workshop meeting to conduct interviews with applicants for various city boards and commissions. These interviews are for upcoming appointments scheduled for December.

• Interviews for City of Alvin Boards & Commissions applicants

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will consider four final plats and a general plan for a large planned unit development. The plats cover Nightpeak Energy, Eichstedt Acres, and Anderson Acres, while Preservation Creek is a proposed 2,962-acre PUD. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of prior minutes, and staff updates.

• Final plat of Nightpeak Energy, 22.33 acres, re-plat of St. James Place
• Final plat of Eichstedt Acres, replat of two lots
• Final plat of Anderson Acres, 11.391 acres in Block 20, H.T. & B.R.R. Survey A-620
• General plan of Preservation Creek, 2,962.3-acre planned unit development
• Approve minutes of October 17, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss two items: the local option election process and proposed amendments to Chapter 21 of the City Code, which covers subdivisions and property development. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of local option election process
• Discussion of amending Chapter 21, Subdivisions and Property Development

Charter Review Commission Meeting

The Charter Review Commission will meet to review and discuss a draft Charter Review Report. The body will also consider approving minutes from the October 24, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of October 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review and discussion of the draft Charter Review Report

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board is holding a regular meeting with no new business on the agenda. The board will approve the October 9, 2023 minutes and receive reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager on upcoming events, projects, building and vehicle updates, operations, and the Senior Fund.

• Approval of October 9, 2023 minutes
• Director report on upcoming events and department projects/improvements
• Senior Center Manager report on building, vehicles, operations, and Senior Fund
• No new business listed

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and recommend a donation of foul netting for Lions Park, along with the Hometown Heroes Banner Program and park dedication fees as a potential funding source for park development. The meeting includes routine items like call to order, public comment, and approval of minutes.

• Donation of foul netting at Lions Park
• Hometown Heroes Banner Program discussion
• Park dedication fees as funding source for park development

Charter Review Commission Meeting

The Alvin Charter Review Commission is meeting to consider approving prior minutes, hear public petitions, and discuss possible amendments to the city charter. The meeting is open to the public and includes setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of September 26, 2023 minutes
• Public petitions and requests
• Discussion of possible charter amendments
• Next meeting set for November 14, 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Alvin Civil Service Commission will meet to consider several amendments to the city's Civil Service Rules, including changes to meeting frequency, minimum age for police officers, candidate preferences, and appeal procedures. The commission will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss future scheduling.

• Approve July 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Amend Article III, Section 3.01(a) on annual meeting frequency
• Amend Article IV, Section 4.03 on minimum age for police officers
• Amend Article IV, Section 4.04(c) on candidate preference
• Amend Article V, Section 5.05(b) on appeal based on challenged question

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider four subdivision plats: final plats for Tindel Estates and Baker Acres, and master preliminary plats for Magnolia Trails and Georgetown Section 2. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of previous minutes, and staff updates.

• Final plat of Tindel Estates (3.38 acres, R.J. Schmidt tract, H. Kempner Survey)
• Final plat of Baker Acres (6.731 acres, H.T. & B.R.R. Company Survey)
• Master preliminary plat of Magnolia Trails (141.115 acres, William Harris 2/3 League)
• Master preliminary plat of Georgetown Section 2 (42.648 acres, I&GN RR Co Survey)

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager, and consider new business including reviewing Resolution 23-R-32 (Board and Commission Handbook), Ordinance 23-AA (Senior Citizens Board), and discussing a recommendation on prayer at board meetings. The agenda is largely routine with updates and reports, but includes these specific policy reviews.

• Review Resolution 23-R-32 Board and Commission Handbook
• Review Ordinance 23-AA Senior Citizens Board
• Discuss and recommend prayer at Senior Citizens Board Meetings
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2023
• Director report on upcoming events and department projects

Charter Review Commission Meeting

The Charter Review Commission will meet to consider approving prior minutes, hear public input, and discuss possible amendments to the City of Alvin's charter. The meeting is primarily a working session for the commission to review charter changes. The next meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2023.

• Approval of September 12, 2023 minutes
• Public petitions and requests
• Discussion of possible charter amendments
• Next meeting set for October 10, 2023

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a final plat for the REI Subdivision, a 12.81-acre development, and to give final comments on proposed revisions to subdivision and Planned Unit Development (PUD) ordinances. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of previous minutes, and staff updates.

• Final plat of REI Subdivision, 12.8102 acres (558,014 sq ft) in Hooper and Wade Survey, Section 19, A-422
• Final comment on revisions to Chapter 21 Article III - Minimum Requirements for Subdivision and/or Resubdivision
• Final comment on revisions to Chapter 21 Article VI - Planned Unit Development(s) (PUD)
• Approve minutes of August 15, 2023 meeting

Animal Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve the June 13, 2023 minutes and receive reports from the shelter manager and animal control officer. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed; the agenda is mostly procedural and informational.

• Approve minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting
• Report from Shelter Manager Autumn Miller on Alvin Animal Adoption Center
• Report from Animal Control Officer Richard 'Keith' Villaloboz on Alvin Animal Control
• Items of community interest
• Schedule next meeting

The Animal Advisory Board approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed proposed Chapter 4 Ordinance additions and upcoming events, including Woofstock and a microchipping event in Liverpool.

• Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting

Charter Review Commission Meeting

The Alvin Charter Review Commission will meet to consider approving prior minutes, hear public petitions, and discuss possible amendments to the City Charter. The meeting is open to the public and includes setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of August 21, 2023, minutes
• Public petitions and requests
• Discussion of possible charter amendments
• Next meeting set for September 26, 2023

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager, and a new business item to discuss and recommend the dedication of a tree carving. The agenda is largely procedural, with updates on events, projects, building, vehicles, operations, and the Senior Fund.

• Approval of August 14, 2023 minutes
• Discussion and recommendation on dedication of tree carving
• Updates on upcoming events and department projects/improvements
• Update on building, vehicles, operations, and Senior Fund

City Council

The City Council held a public hearing regarding a proposed tax rate of $0.6850 per $100 of valuation, representing a 26.47% increase over the No New Revenue Rate. The council also held a public hearing to correct a county reference error in the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program.

• Held public hearing on proposed tax rate of $0.6850 per $100 (no comments made)
• Held public hearing to amend PACE Program to reference Brazoria County (no comments made)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-25 adopting Financial Policies and Procedures for Federal Grants
• Approved Resolution 23-R-26 adopting Procurement Policies and Procedures for Federal Grants
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County for FY 2023-24 Asphalt Improvement Project
• Approved Resolution 23-R-27 amending PACE Program to correctly reference Brazoria County
• Approved Resolution 23-R-29 and contract with Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott LLP for delinquent PACE assessment collection
• Approved Resolution 23-R-28 accepting $15,000 donation from Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation for Police, Fire, and EMS

Library Board

The Alvin Library Board will hold its quarterly meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on the library mural, and hear reports from the Brazoria County Library System Director and the Alvin Library Branch Librarian. The board will also consider requests for future agenda items and discuss community interests.

• Review and approve minutes of July 13, 2023 meeting
• Update on status of mural
• Reports from Brazoria County Library System Director and Alvin Library Branch Librarian
• Consider requests for future agenda items
• Items of community interest

The board approved the minutes from the July 13, 2023, meeting. Members decided to change the start time of future Library Board meetings to 6:30 p.m. to accommodate a member's work schedule.

• Approved July 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Changed meeting start time to 6:30 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to discuss and recommend changes to the Athletic Facility Policy and to discuss park dedication fees as a potential funding source for park development. The agenda also includes routine items like public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from the chairman and director.

• Discuss and recommend changes to the Athletic Facility Policy
• Discuss park dedication fees as a potential funding source for park development and/or amenities
• Approval of minutes from June 6, 2023

The board approved an effective date of September 14, 2024, for changes to the Athletic Facility Policy. Discussion included opposition from the Alvin Girls Softball Association regarding the prohibition of subleasing athletic fields.

• Approved September 14, 2024 effective date for Athletic Facility Policy changes (6-0)
• Postponed discussion on Park Dedication fees to October meeting

Charter Review Commission Meeting

The Alvin Charter Review Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, hear public petitions, and discuss possible amendments to the city charter. This is a working session focused on potential changes, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Approval of August 7, 2023 minutes
• Public petitions and requests
• Discussion of possible charter amendments

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 17, 2023, meeting. Members reviewed proposed amendments to the charter document covering Article I, Article II, and through Article III, Section 4.

• Approved July 17, 2023, meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed FY2023-2024 budget and hear a presentation from the VFW about acquiring the former Alvin EMS Station at 709 E. House St. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of FY2023-2024 budget
• VFW presentation on prospective acquisition of former EMS Station at 709 E. House St.

Council reviewed proposed budget changes including a tax rate of .06850 and an EMS fee increase to $7.00 per month. The body also heard a presentation from VFW Post 5237 regarding the acquisition of the former EMS Station at 709 E. House St. No final votes were taken during this workshop session.

• Discussed increasing tax rate to .06850 and EMS fee to $7.00 per month
• Discussed amending employee pay increases to 2% step, 3% cost of living, and 2% merit
• Discussed leasing or selling former EMS Station at 709 E. House St. to VFW Post 5237

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2023-24 budget, then consider several ordinances and contracts. Key items include a vehicle lease, amendments to water, wastewater, solid waste, and emergency service fees, and a bond ordinance for parks. The meeting also includes a presentation from a mental health detective and routine consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on FY 2023-24 Annual Budget
• Lease of 9 vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management, not to exceed $93,688 annually
• Ordinance 23-R: issuance of Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation for parks, including facility at 3201 South Highway 35
• Ordinance 23-S: revise water and wastewater fees, 10% late penalty, effective October 2023
• Ordinance 23-T: set solid waste fees, 10% late penalty, effective October 2023

City Council approved the lease of nine new vehicles and an amendment to provide $15,000 for senior shuttle bus fuel. The council also held a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Budget.

• Approved lease of nine new vehicles with Enterprise Fleet Management not to exceed $93,688.00 annually (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 amendment to Shuttle Bus Funding Agreement with Actions, Inc. for fuel costs (Unanimous)
• Approved August 3, 2023 City Council Budget Workshop minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved August 3, 2023 City Council meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved August 8, 2023 City Council Budget Workshop minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of a final plat for Stokes Villas. The commission also discussed and recommended changes to the Planned Unit Development section of the Subdivision Ordinance.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Stokes Villas final plat (6-0)
• Recommended changes to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) section of the Subdivision Ordinance

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager, and discuss upcoming events and operations. The main action item is to discuss and recommend three projects for fiscal year 2025. The meeting is largely routine with reports and updates.

• Approval of July 10, 2023 minutes
• Director report on upcoming events and department projects/improvements
• Senior Center Manager report on events, building, vehicles, operations, and Senior Fund
• Discuss and recommend three projects for FY25

The Board approved three specific facility projects: sidewalk repair, a new sound system, and new chairs. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from July 10, 2023. Other discussions focused on Senior Center staffing, event planning, and facility maintenance.

• Approved minutes for July 10, 2023
• Approved projects for sidewalk, sound system, and chairs
• Decided exercise equipment project is on hold
• Decided floors will be stripped and double waxed instead of replaced

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this discussion item.

• Discussion of FY 2023-2024 Proposed Budget

City Council held a workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, including potential tax revenue and utility rate increases. No formal votes were taken; staff will present updated figures at a subsequent meeting on August 17, 2023.

• Discussed proposed tax rate of .68550 to generate approximately $450,000 in ad valorem tax revenue
• Discussed $15,000 allocation to Actions Inc. for senior transportation fuel costs
• Discussed $5,300 increase for Professional Development for Texas Municipal League Conference
• Discussed $100,000 increase for Downtown Master Plan/Comp Plan
• Discussed utility rate increases for Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
• Discussed potential 10% water and sewer rate increase for FY24
• Discussed increasing residential EMS utility fee by $1 per month
• Discussed employee pay increases including 2% step, 3% COLA, and 2% merit

Charter Review Commission Meeting

The Alvin Charter Review Commission is meeting to review and discuss possible amendments to the city's Charter Document, along with approving prior meeting minutes and hearing public requests. The meeting is largely a working session for the commission, with no specific amendment proposals listed on the agenda.

• Review and discuss possible amendments to the Charter Document
• Consider approval of July 17, 2023, meeting minutes
• Consider petitions and requests from the public
• Set next meeting date for August 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 17, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed possible changes to Article I of the charter document. Future meeting dates and times were established.

• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Set next meeting for August 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
• Established September meeting schedule for second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2023-24 budget and consider a record vote to propose an ad valorem tax rate of $0.6650 per $100 of assessed valuation for Tax Year 2023, which exceeds the No New Revenue Rate but is lower than the current rate. The council will also consider ordinances amending park land dedication fees and the comprehensive fee schedule, a landscape maintenance contract, and items related to a Texas Music Friendly Community designation.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2023-24 Annual Budget
• Resolution 23-R-24 establishing a Music Office under the Alvin Convention & Visitors Bureau and Alvin Music Advisory Board
• Ordinance 23-P amending Chapter 21 (Subdivisions and Property Development) regarding Park Land Dedication and Development Fee
• Ordinance 23-Q amending Chapter 28 (Comprehensive Fee Ordinance) revising various fees including Park Land Dedication Fees
• Award RFP 23-04 to Horticare Landscape Management for landscape maintenance, not to exceed $82,772.00

City Council approved raising park land dedication fees from $300 to $700 per dwelling. The council also established a Music Office and Advisory Board to pursue Texas Music Friendly Community certification and awarded a landscaping contract to Horticare Landscape Management.

• Approved Resolution 23-R-24 establishing a Music Office and Music Advisory Board (All Aye)
• Approved MOU with Texas Music Office for maintenance of the Alvin Music dataset (All Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 23-P and 23-Q increasing park land dedication fees from $300 to $700 per dwelling (All Aye)
• Approved $82,772 landscape maintenance contract with Horticare Landscape Management (All Aye)
• Approved July 20, 2023 Workshop and City Council meeting minutes (All Aye)

City Council

City Council held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, including tax rates, staffing, and capital projects. No formal votes were taken during this session. A second budget workshop is scheduled for August 8, 2023.

Civil Service Commission

The Alvin Civil Service Commission is holding a routine public meeting. The agenda includes only procedural items: approving the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting and discussing the scheduling of future meetings. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future meeting schedule

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from April 19, 2023. Members also scheduled their next meeting for October 18, 2023.

• Approved April 19, 2023, commission minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 18, 2023

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting with a single agenda item: discussing downtown revitalization. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Downtown Revitalization

The City Council held a workshop session to discuss downtown revitalization, including the Downtown Grant Program and the potential creation of an Economic Development Corporation. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council

The Alvin City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including engineering contracts for the Lift Station 33 Rehabilitation and Expansion Project ($327,100) and the 2023 Asphalt Pavement Project ($176,900), plus a variance request to the sex offender residency ordinance. They will also consider purchasing land for Lift Station 23 expansion and hold public hearings on the FY 2023-24 budget.

• Engineering services agreement with LJA Engineering, not to exceed $327,100, for Lift Station 33 Rehabilitation and Expansion Project
• Engineering services agreement with Daniel Scott Engineering, not to exceed $176,900, for 2023 Asphalt Pavement Project
• Variance request to Chapter 30 1/2 (sex offender residency) for 2325 Chelmsford Court
• Purchase of 0.152-acre tract, easements for Lift Station 23 expansion, not to exceed $66,019
• Interlocal agreement with Brazoria County for striping 3.2 miles of County Road 128

City Council approved a residency variance for a sex offender and authorized several engineering and supply contracts. The council also scheduled a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Budget for August 17, 2023.

• Approved residency variance for Willie Terry Dennis at 2325 Chelmsford Court (4-3)
• Approved $327,100 engineering agreement with LJA Engineering for Lift Station 33 project
• Approved $176,900 engineering agreement with Daniel Scott Engineering, LLC for 2023 Asphalt Pavement Project
• Approved chlorine supply bid to DXI Industries, Inc.
• Approved interlocal agreement with Brazoria County for striping 3.2 miles of County Road 128
• Acknowledged separation of Felicia Robbins from the Alvin Public Library Board
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Scheduled FY 2023-24 Annual Budget public hearing for August 17, 2023

Planning Commission

The Alvin City Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider two final plats: the Pamela Edwards Subdivision and the Kulhanek 2016 Management Trust Subdivision. The commission will also hold an open discussion about minimum lot width. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the previous meeting's minutes and public comments.

• Final plat of Pamela Edwards Subdivision (24.1588-acre tract, Brazoria County)
• Final plat of Kulhanek 2016 Management Trust Subdivision (resubdivision of Lots 7-10, Block 2, Southland Addition)
• Open discussion about minimum lot width
• Approve minutes of June 20, 2023 meeting

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of final plats for the Pamela Edwards Subdivision and the Kulhanek 2016 Management Trust Subdivision. The commission also tentatively approved new minimum lot size and width standards.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Pamela Edwards Subdivision final plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Kulhanek 2016 Management Trust Subdivision final plat (6-0)
• Tentatively approved 8,000 sq ft minimum lot size and 70 foot minimum lot width

Charter Review Commission Meeting

The Charter Review Commission is holding its first meeting to organize by selecting officers and reviewing its duties. The main business is discussing proposed amendments to the City Charter submitted by staff and commission members. The meeting is open to public comment and will set future meeting dates.

• Administer oath of office to all members
• Selection of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review and discuss proposed charter amendments from staff
• Review and discuss proposed charter amendments from commission members
• Set date and time of future meetings

The Commission elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members reviewed their duties and the Open Meetings Act. The Commission established a schedule for future meetings in August and September.

• Elected Adam Arendell as Commission Chair (6-0)
• Elected Bob Dillman as Commission Vice Chair (6-0)
• Elected Jason Jones as Commission Secretary (6-0)
• Scheduled next meetings for August 7 and August 21 at 6:00 p.m.
• Scheduled September meetings for the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m.

Library Board

The Alvin Library Board will hold its quarterly meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the Brazoria County Library System and branch librarian, and discuss a mural proposal with the City of Alvin Parks & Recreation Director. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Discussion of mural proposal with Parks & Recreation Director Dan Kelinske
• Approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Reports from Brazoria County Library System Director and Alvin Library Branch Librarian
• Requests for future agenda items from board members
• Items of community interest

The board approved a proposal to move forward with an art mural for the teen library area, funded by the Sunrise Rotary Club. The board also approved the minutes from the June 8, 2023, meeting.

• Approved art mural for the teen library area
• Approved June 8, 2023, meeting minutes

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager, and discuss a tree carving on the west end of the senior center. The agenda is mostly routine updates and reports.

• Discuss and recommend tree carving on west end of senior center
• Update on upcoming events
• Update on department projects/improvements
• Update on building and vehicles
• Senior Fund update

The Board approved the specific figures for a tree carving project. Members also discussed potential facility repairs and received updates on the city's acquisition of the YMCA building.

• Approved May 8, 2023 minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved tree carving adult figure to be female (Unanimous)
• Approved tree carving child figure to be a boy (Unanimous)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will receive the proposed FY 2023-2024 annual budget and set a public hearing for August 3, 2023. They will also consider consent agenda items including a vehicle lease and a senior center use agreement, plus a parks board appointment.

• Lease of 5 vehicles for 48 months with Enterprise Fleet Management, not to exceed $45,067.92 annually
• Four-year Use Agreement with Actions Inc. for senior programs at Alvin Senior Center through Aug. 31, 2027
• Appointment to fill unexpired term on Alvin Parks and Recreation Board
• Proclamation of July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month
• Approval of June 15, 2023 council minutes

City Council approved a fleet lease for five vehicles and a four-year use agreement with Actions Inc. for senior citizen programming. The council also appointed a new member to the Parks and Recreation Board and scheduled a public hearing for the FY24 budget.

• Approved lease of five vehicles for 48 months with Enterprise Fleet Management, not to exceed $45,067.92 annually (Unanimous)
• Approved four-year Use Agreement with Actions Inc. through August 31, 2027 for senior citizen programs (Unanimous)
• Approved June 15, 2023 Workshop and City Council meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ian McKee to the Alvin Parks and Recreation Board through December 2024 (Unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of proposed FY24 Annual Budget and set public hearing for August 3, 2023 (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main substantive item is an open discussion about minimum lot width, which could affect future residential development standards. The rest of the agenda is routine, covering approval of prior meeting minutes, public comments, and staff updates.

• Open discussion on minimum lot width requirements
• Approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public petitions and requests
• Items of community interest from commissioners
• Staff report and update

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting. Members held an open discussion regarding minimum lot width standards, with staff tasked to provide further information from other cities.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will vote on a major wastewater treatment plant expansion, including a $5.8 million engineering design contract and a $488,840 construction management agreement. The body will also approve a development agreement for a 2,962-acre Planned Unit Development called Preservation Creek and amend the city budget. Additionally, the council will declare the results of the June 10 runoff election and administer the oath of office to the new District E council member.

• Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. not to exceed $5,846,200 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion engineering design
• Design Phase Services Contract with CSA Construction, Inc. not to exceed $488,840 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion CMAR services
• Ordinance 23-O approving Plan of Development for a 2,962-acre Planned Unit Development east of State Highway 288
• Resolution 23-R-21 approving Development Agreement with W Land Development Management LLC for Preservation Creek
• Ordinance 23-M increasing residence homestead tax exemption to the greater of 20% of appraised value or $5,000

City Council authorized the publication of a notice to issue Certificates of Obligation to finance the acquisition and improvement of the Thelma Ley Anderson YMCA building. The council also certified the results of the District E runoff election and swore in Meagan DeKeyzer. Other actions included updating bank account authorized signers and accepting a board resignation.

• Approved Resolution 23-R-19 canvassing District E Runoff Election results (All Aye)
• Administered Oath of Office to Meagan DeKeyzer for City Council District E
• Approved June 1, 2023 Workshop and Regular meeting minutes (All Aye)
• Accepted resignation of Jason Jones from Parks and Recreation Board (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-22 updating Wells Fargo bank account signers (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-23 updating TexPool Investment Account representatives (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-20 to publish notice for Certificates of Obligation for YMCA building (5-2)

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss possible amendments to Chapter 21 of the Alvin Code of Ordinances, which covers subdivisions and property development. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion only.

• Discussion of possible amendments to Chapter 21, Subdivisions and Property Development

The City Council held a workshop to discuss whether to establish a lot-count threshold for the Subdivision and Development process in Chapter 21 of the Code of Ordinances. No formal actions were taken; Councilmember Moore will gather more information for a future meeting.

Animal Advisory Committee

The board approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed year-to-date statistics and discussed upcoming events and facility updates.

• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board of Alvin, Texas, will hold a regular meeting on June 12, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. The agenda includes approval of May minutes, public petitions, and reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting is largely procedural with updates on events, projects, and operations.

• Approval of May 8, 2023 minutes
• Public petitions/requests
• Director report on upcoming events and department projects
• Senior Center Manager report on building, vehicles, operations, and Senior Fund

The Board approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting. Members discussed establishing three main objectives for the Senior Center for fiscal year 2025 and reviewed facility updates, including the installation of ADA bathroom doors.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Alvin Library Board will hold its quarterly meeting to review minutes, appoint a vice chair, and hear reports from library officials. The board will also consider a proposal for a mural. The meeting is routine with no major budget or policy decisions.

• Consider proposal for mural
• Appoint Vice Chair
• Review and approve minutes of February 2, 2023, meeting
• Reports from Brazoria County Library System Director and Alvin Library Branch Librarian

The Board appointed Jason Jones as Vice Chair and approved a motion to seek legal and departmental permission for a proposed teen area mural. The Board also approved the minutes from the February 2, 2023, meeting.

• Approved February 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• Appointed Jason Jones as Vice Chair
• Approved motion for Jennifer Hill to contact Legal and Parks departments regarding a teen area mural contract

Parks & Recreation Board

The Board approved the minutes from April 4 and May 2, 2023. Members discussed using park dedication fees for funding and identified four city-owned properties for potential use as pocket or neighborhood parks.

• Approved April 04, 2023 minutes with addition of Justin Gatlin's attendance
• Approved May 02, 2023 minutes as presented
• Requested research into declaring properties at Mustang and Gordan Street, 222W. Adoue, Callaway St. and South St., and Mockingbird Dr. as dedicated parks

City Council

The Alvin City Council is meeting to consider establishing a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, approving a contract with Lone Star PACE LLC to administer it, and authorizing a letter of intent to potentially acquire the Thelma Ley Anderson YMCA building. They will also vote on a budget amendment adding $162,500 for police rifles, closing a right-of-way on Hardie Street, and other items including appointments and a museum artifact placement.

• Resolution 23-R-17 establishing the City of Alvin PACE Program
• Professional Services Agreement with Lone Star PACE LLC to administer the PACE program
• Ordinance 23-K closing and vacating Hardie Street right-of-way near Willis St.
• Budget amendment adding $162,500 to Police Department for rifle replacement
• Resolution 23-R-18 authorizing Letter of Intent to acquire Thelma Ley Anderson YMCA Building at 3201 South Highway 35

City Council approved the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program and a professional services agreement with Lone Star PACE LLC. The council also authorized a land swap on Hardie Street and a budget amendment for police equipment.

• Approved Resolution 23-R-17 establishing the PACE Program (5-1)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Lone Star PACE LLC (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 23-K to vacate Hardie Street right-of-way and execute land swap with Jack Pizzitola (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-J amending the FY 2022-23 budget by $162,500 for police rifles (6-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes and resignation of Randall Race from Senior Citizens Board (6-0)
• Tabled request from Alvin Museum Society to install an oil pump jack pending utility and easement clearance

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss two topics: property tax exemptions and handicap parking in the downtown area. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of property tax exemptions
• Discussion of handicap parking in downtown area

The City Council held a workshop session to review potential changes to residential tax exemptions and handicap parking. No formal votes were taken; an ordinance regarding tax exemptions is scheduled for the June 15 meeting.

• Discussed 20% maximum homestead exemption recommendation; ordinance deferred to June 15 meeting
• Decided to forego changes to existing downtown handicap parking spaces

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance establishing standards of care for youth recreation programs for children ages 5-13. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including a library restroom renovation contract, election results, and a runoff election order, plus a ten-year industrial district agreement renewal with Denbury Onshore LLC.

• Ordinance 23-I: Standards of Care for youth recreation programs (ages 5-13)
• Resolution 23-R-12: Declaring results of May 6, 2023 General Election
• Resolution 23-R-13: Ordering June 10, 2023 runoff election for Council District E
• Construction services with Horizon International Group for Alvin Library restroom renovation, not to exceed $64,948.00
• Renewal of ten-year Industrial District Agreement with Denbury Onshore LLC (2024-2033)

City Council approved a $64,948 contract for Alvin Library restroom renovations and adopted standards of care for youth recreation programs. The council also certified May 6 election results and ordered a runoff election for District E.

• Approved $64,948 contract with Horizon International Group for Alvin Library restroom renovations
• Adopted Ordinance 23-I establishing Standards of Care for youth recreation programs (ages 5-13)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-12 declaring May 6, 2023, General Election results
• Approved Resolution 23-R-13 ordering a District E Runoff Election for June 10, 2023
• Approved Resolution 23-R-14 to pay $1,378.00 to the Gulf Coast Coalition of Cities
• Approved Resolution 23-R-15 honoring Gabe Adame's service as Council member District E
• Approved Resolution 23-R-16 honoring Paul A. Horn's service as Mayor
• Approved April 26 and May 4, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Alvin City Council will meet to canvass the May 6, 2023, general election for City Council District E and Mayor. The meeting is scheduled for May 17, 2023, at 5:31 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room at City Hall, 216 Sealy Street. The agenda contains only this canvass item.

• Canvass of May 6, 2023, general election results
• Election for City Council District E
• Election for Mayor

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will consider three final or amending plats for Legacy Park LLC, Mandale Estate, and Alvin Retail Center, and hold an open discussion about minimum lot width. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of the March 21, 2023 minutes, and staff reports.

• Final plat for Legacy Park LLC, amending plat of Peters' Place, 1.744 acres, Abstract 449, Brazoria Clerk's File 2022066450
• Final plat for Mandale Estate, 0.9268-acre tract out of a 6.669-acre tract, Section 22, I. & G. N. Survey, Abstract 693
• Amending plat for Alvin Retail Center, 8.404 acres, partial replat of Lots 7-11, Holmsville Subdivision, I. & G. N. R.R. Survey No. 1, Abstract 400
• Open discussion about minimum lot width
• Approve minutes of March 21, 2023 meeting

The Planning Commission approved final plats for Legacy Park LLC and Mandale Estate, and an amending plat for Alvin Retail Center. The commission also tabled a discussion on minimum lot width.

• Approved March 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-1)
• Approved final plat for Legacy Park LLC (6-1)
• Approved final plat for Mandale Estate (6-1)
• Approved amending plat for Alvin Retail Center (6-1)
• Tabled discussion on minimum lot width until next meeting (6-1)

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board is meeting to handle routine business: swearing in new members, reviewing the code of conduct, and approving April minutes. They will also hear reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager, and discuss several new business items including a tree carving, additional trips, an ActionS renewal agreement, and safety procedures at the Senior Center.

• Discuss and recommend tree carving
• Discuss additional trips
• Discuss and recommend ActionS renewal agreement
• Discuss and recommend safety procedures at the Senior Center
• Approve minutes from April 10, 2023

The board approved the April 10, 2023 meeting minutes after discussion. Tom Hockin was sworn in as a new board member. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports, procedural updates, and community events.

• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to new board member Tom Hockin

Library Board

The Alvin Library Board will hold its quarterly meeting to hear a development update on FM 1462/Hwy 288 from the City's Economic Development Coordinator, review and approve the February 2, 2023 meeting minutes, and receive reports from the Brazoria County Library System Director and the Alvin Library Branch Librarian. The agenda also includes announcements and items of community interest. No votes on policy or budget items are listed.

• Presentation by Josh Dearing on FM 1462/Hwy 288 development
• Review and approval of February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report from Brazoria County Library System Director
• Report from Alvin Library Branch Librarian
• Announcements and items of community interest

City Council

The City Council approved several consent agenda items including renewals for HVAC maintenance, mowing, and janitorial services, and adopted a fee for temporary A-frame signs. They also approved a professional services payment agreement with WB W Alvin Land LLC for the Preservation Creek master planned community, covering city expenses related to a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone. The 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program was acknowledged.

• Approved Addendum No. 1 for HVAC maintenance with The Brandt Companies, LLC ($84,667)
• Approved Addendum No. 1 for manicured mowing with LTS Lawncare ($54,614.22)
• Approved Addendum No. 2 for manicured mowing with LTS Lawncare ($123,714.91)
• Approved Addendum No. 1 for janitorial services with American Janitorial Services LTD ($143,136)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-H adding $50 annual fee for temporary A-frame signs
• Approved Professional Services Payment Agreement with WB W Alvin Land LLC for Preservation Creek TIRZ
• Approved Addendum No. 1 for Bypass 35 mowing with Stronghold Vegetation Management ($97,680)
• Acknowledged receipt of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and possibly recommend changes to the park dedication fee, as well as standard picnic tables and trash cans. They will also revisit the Hometown Heroes Banner Program and consider using park dedication fees to fund park development. The meeting includes public comment and approval of the April 4, 2023 minutes.

• Discuss and recommend change to park dedication fee
• Discuss and recommend changing standard picnic tables and trash cans
• Discuss and recommend Hometown Heroes Banner Program
• Discuss park dedication fees as potential funding source for park development

The Board approved an increase to parkland dedication fees and the purchase of new picnic tables. A Memorandum of Understanding for the Hometown Heroes Banner Program was declined. Discussion on using dedication fees for development was tabled until June 2023.

• Approved increase of parkland dedication fees to $700 per dwelling unit
• Approved replacement of existing tables with wood-colored Providence tables at $1,168.88 each
• Declined Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) presented by Keepers of the Second RC, Inc.
• Tabled discussion of park dedication fees as a source for development/amenities to June 2023
• Postponed approval of April meeting minutes

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Planned Unit Development of Preservation Creek, a proposed 2,900-acre master planned community east of SH288, bounded by FM 1462 to the north and CR51 to the south. This is a discussion item only, with no formal vote or decision scheduled on the agenda.

• Discussion of Preservation Creek PUD, a 2,900-acre master planned community
• Location: east of SH288, between FM 1462 (north) and CR51 (south)
• Workshop meeting only; no action items listed
• Meeting held at Alvin Senior Center, 309 W. Sealy

The City Council held a workshop session to discuss the Preservation Creek master-planned community. Representatives from W Land Development presented plans for approximately 9,200 residential units and infrastructure. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council

The City Council denied distribution rate increase applications from CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric and Texas-New Mexico Power Company. Council also approved the purchase of a new tractor loader for Public Services and appointed auditors for the 2023 fiscal year.

• Approved purchase of Case 580N 2WD Cab Tractor Loader not to exceed $104,782.35
• Denied CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric's application to increase distribution rates
• Denied Texas-New Mexico Power Company's application to increase distribution rates
• Approved Resolution 23-R-06 to suspend CenterPoint Energy gas rate adjustments for 45 days
• Appointed Belt Harris Pechacek, LLP as auditors for FY ending Sept 30, 2023
• Approved permanent closure of Alvin Library for Novemberfest and Home for the Holidays
• Authorized continuation of aerial spraying services via Brazoria County Mosquito Control District
• Scheduled public hearing for May 18, 2023, regarding Youth Recreation Program Standards of Care

Civil Service Commission

The Alvin Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from January 18, 2023, and consider appointments for Chair, Vice Chair, and Civil Service Director. The agenda also includes scheduling future meetings and adjournment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of January 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointment of Civil Service Director
• Scheduling of future meetings

The Commission appointed a Chair, Vice Chair, and Civil Service Director. The body also approved the January 18, 2023, meeting minutes as amended.

• Appointed Michelle Vela as Commission Chair (3-0)
• Appointed John Burkey as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (3-0)
• Appointed Brandi Molina as Civil Service Director (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for July 26, 2023

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board of Alvin, TX will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public petitions, and receive reports from the board president, director, and senior center manager. The agenda is largely procedural, with updates on events, projects, building and vehicles, operations, and the Senior Fund.

• Approval of March 13, 2023 minutes
• Director report on upcoming events and department projects/improvements
• Senior Center Manager report on building, vehicles, operations, and Senior Fund

The board approved the minutes from the February 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the installation of automatic restroom doors, a new awning, and the addition of a new art class in June.

• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss several park-related topics, including the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, potential park locations on city-owned property, park dedication fees as a funding source, and pickleball court locations. No final decisions are listed; the agenda items are for discussion only.

• Discuss Hometown Heroes Banner Program
• Discuss city-owned undeveloped property and rights of way as potential park locations
• Discuss park dedication fees as a potential funding source for park development
• Discuss pickleball court locations

The Board identified four specific city-owned properties and rights-of-way as potential park locations. Members also discussed pickleball court locations and park dedication fees as a funding source. The Hometown Heroes Banner Program was moved to a future meeting for a vote.

• Approved March 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Narrowed potential park locations to Mustang and Gordon, Rice St., Coffelt and Shirley, and 2222 W. Adame
• Moved Hometown Heroes Banner Program to old business for future discussion and vote

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission is meeting to consider an amending plat for an Alvin ISD elementary campus and two variance requests, one for a carport setback and one for subdivision requirements in Meridiana Section 34B. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Amending plat for Alvin ISD Elementary Replacement Campus, 9.283 acres, partial replat of Lots 20 and 21 and north one foot of Lot 22
• Variance request at 1309 Highland Drive to encroach 22.1 feet into 25-foot front setback for carport
• Variance request for final plat of Meridiana Section 34B, 8.130 acres, to deviate from Chapter 21 and Chapter 23 ½ requirements

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of an amending plat for an Alvin ISD elementary replacement campus and a setback variance for a carport. A variance request for Meridiana Section 34B was denied.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of amending plat for Alvin ISD Elementary Replacement Campus (5-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for carport setback variance at 1309 Highland Drive (5-0)
• Denied variance requests for final plat of Meridiana Section 34B (5-0)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will consider consenting to the addition of approximately 140.702 acres to Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 81 and ratifying the First Amendment to the Utility Services Contract with that district. The agenda also includes several consent items, such as approving minutes, a budget amendment, and multiple bid awards for water treatment chemicals and a pothole patcher. A memorandum of understanding with the Alvin ISD for temporary use of the old EMS Building is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 23-D: consent to add ~140.702 acres to Brazoria County MUD No. 81
• Resolution 23-R-05: ratify First Amendment to Utility Services Contract with MUD No. 81
• Bid award B-23-04 to DXI Industries for sodium hypochlorite, ~$65,000/year
• Purchase of STPH 5.0 Truck Mounted Pothole Patcher from Doggett Freightliner, $234,994
• Ordinance 23-E: amend Section 15-115 to allow funds for landscaping and tree planting

City Council approved the addition of 140.702 acres to Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 81 for the Magnolia Trails development. The council also approved several chemical supply bids for wastewater and drinking water treatment and authorized the purchase of a new pothole patcher. A rental agreement with Alvin ISD for the old EMS building was approved.

• Approved Ordinance 23-D adding 140.702 acres to Brazoria County MUD No. 81 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-05 amending the Utility Services Contract with Brazoria County MUD No. 81 (Unanimous)
• Approved $234,994 purchase of STPH 5.0 Truck Mounted Pothole Patcher (Unanimous)
• Approved $65,000/year bid to DXI Industries, Inc. for Sodium Hypochlorite (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,000/year bid to Hawkins, Inc. for Sodium Bisulfite (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,000/year bid to Hawkins, Inc. for Polyphosphate (Unanimous)
• Approved MOU for Alvin ISD to rent old EMS building at 709 East House Street for $3,500/month (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 23-E to allow Tree Fund money for landscaping and maintenance (Unanimous)

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss visioning and goal-setting for the Capital Improvement Program and the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget. The discussion may include future development, city operations, and policymaking, but no formal action will be taken during this workshop.

• Workshop discussion on Capital Improvement Program and FY 2023-2024 Budget
• Possible discussion on future development, city operations, and policymaking
• No formal action to be taken during the workshop

City Council met for a workshop session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and Capital Improvement Program. No formal action was taken during this meeting.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss and recommend a Standards of Care Policy, consider city-owned undeveloped property and rights of way as potential park locations, explore park dedication fees as a funding source, and discuss pickleball court locations. The agenda includes routine items like officer elections, public comment, and approval of minutes.

• Discuss and recommend Standards of Care Policy
• Discuss city-owned undeveloped property and rights of way as potential park locations
• Discuss park dedication fees as a potential funding source for park development
• Discuss pickleball court locations

The board approved the minutes from the February 3rd meeting and accepted the annual Standard of Care report. Members discussed the potential purchase of the YMCA building and identified several city-owned properties for possible park development.

• Approved February 3rd meeting minutes
• Accepted the annual Standard of Care Act

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the construction and maintenance of current utility lines and poles with representatives from Texas New Mexico Power. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this discussion item and procedural items.

• Discussion with Texas New Mexico Power on utility line and pole construction and maintenance

City Council held a workshop to discuss the condition of utility poles, fiber optics, and hanging lines. No formal votes or policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on gathering information regarding costs and requirements for burying or rerouting lines.

• Requested TNMP provide a list of all poles and the utilities attached to each

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will meet to consider three subdivision plats: a final plat for Thornberg Acres (5.95 acres), an amending plat for Shadow Pond Phase 2 (125.33 acres), and a final plat for CRW Ranch Estates (25.469 acres). The commission will also approve minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting and hear public requests and staff updates.

• Final plat of Thornberg Acres, a re-plat of a portion of lot 7, block 13, Texas Coast Development Company subdivision, 5.95 acres
• Amending plat of Shadow Pond Phase 2, 125.33 acres
• Final plat of CRW Ranch Estates, 25.469 acres
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2023 meeting
• Public petitions and requests

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the approval of final and amending plats for Thornberg Acres, Shadow Pond Phase 2, and CRW Ranch Estates. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting.

• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Thornberg Acres final plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Shadow Pond Phase 2 amending plat (7-0)
• Recommended approval of CRW Ranch Estates final plat to City Council (7-0)

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss two proposed developments. The first is the Diamond Oaks development near FM1462 and SH288, and the second is an amendment to the Major Thoroughfare Plan for the Magnolia Trail development east of FM 2403, south of Quail West Road. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Discuss Diamond Oaks proposed development (FM1462 near SH288)
• Discuss amending Major Thoroughfare Plan for Magnolia Trail development (east of FM 2403, south of Quail West Road)

The City Council held a workshop session to discuss two proposed developments. No formal votes were recorded in these minutes, as the session was for discussion and presentation.

• Discussed proposed 206-acre Diamond Oaks development featuring 596 lots
• Discussed proposed amendments to the Major Thoroughfare Plan for Magnolia Trail development

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including approving an encroachment agreement for a sewer line, amending the Major Thoroughfare Plan, and leasing city property for broadband. The consent agenda includes a phone system purchase using ARPA funds and a lease with Skybeam LLC. Council will also discuss sign regulations and panhandling/homeless diversion.

• Encroachment Agreement with Florida Gas Transmission Company for 54-inch eastside sanitary sewer interceptor line
• Resolution 23-R-04 amending the Major Thoroughfare Plan
• 5-year lease with Skybeam LLC (Rise Broadband) at $500/month for radio communications facilities
• ARPA-funded phone system upgrade not to exceed $159,250.23 from DataVox
• Discussion of Chapter 17.5 sign code regarding feathered flags and panhandling/homeless diversions

City Council approved a $159,250.23 expenditure for a new city-wide phone system and amended the Major Thoroughfare Plan. The council also authorized a broadband lease and a sewer line encroachment agreement.

• Approved $159,250.23 in ARPA funds for DataVox WebEx phone system
• Approved Resolution 23-R-04 to amend the Major Thoroughfare Plan (Magnolia Trails property)
• Approved 5-year lease with Skybeam, LLC for $500 per month
• Approved Encroachment Agreement with Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Acknowledged 2022 Racial Profiling Report
• Acknowledged Parks and Recreation Board's five-year improvement list
• Requested staff draft ordinance revisions for feather flags and A-frame signs

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will meet to discuss and potentially recommend compensation for the Alvin Museum Society's assistance with the Military Wall of Honor project, and to select three project items for 2023. They will also consider a mural for the Wall of Honor and review qualifications for senior groups under center rules. The meeting includes routine reports and public comment opportunities.

• Discuss and recommend compensation to Alvin Museum Society for Military Wall of Honor project assistance
• Discuss and recommend 3 project items for 2023
• Discuss and recommend mural for Military Wall of Honor project
• Discuss qualifications of Senior Groups in Alvin Senior Center Rules and Regulations
• Director and Senior Center Manager reports on events, projects, building, vehicles, operations, and Senior Fund

The Board approved the purchase of a scanner to be placed at the Museum for future photos, which will also be available for Senior Center use. Members discussed the Military Wall of Honor and the composition of groups at the Senior Center.

• Approved minutes for January 9, 2023
• Approved purchase of a scanner for the Museum and Senior Center

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board will meet to elect officers, hear public comment, and approve minutes. They will acknowledge a donation of replacement scoreboards at Lions Park, discuss and recommend a Standards of Care Policy, and review five-year park capital project recommendations.

• Acknowledge donation of replacement scoreboards at Lions Park
• Discuss and recommend Standards of Care Policy
• Discuss and recommend five-year park capital project recommendations
• Approve minutes from October 3, 2022, December 6, 2022, and January 7, 2023

Library Board

The Board recommended that the city council close the library during Novemberfest and Home for the Holidays in perpetuity. The meeting also included reports on FY22 library usage and the Brazoria County Library System.

• Approved minutes of the February 4, 2021, Board Meeting
• Recommended to city council that the library be closed on Novemberfest and Home for the Holidays in perpetuity

City Council

The Alvin City Council will consider several items, including a water and wastewater impact fee increase effective March 1, 2023, consent to add large tracts of land to two Brazoria County districts, and approval of an engineering contract for EPA lead and copper rule compliance. The agenda also includes routine consent items, a possible appointment, and a request to cancel the March 2 meeting.

• Ordinance 23-C: Amends water/sewer impact fees per 2022 study, effective March 1, 2023
• Ordinance 23-A: Consent to add ~745.8 acres to Brazoria County MUD No. 70
• Ordinance 23-B: Consent to add ~2,273.1 acres to Brazoria County Management District No. 1
• Contract with Freese and Nichols Engineering for $71,410 for EPA Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Phase 1
• Purchase of two ambulances from Frazer, Ltd. for $268,124 via H-GAC cooperative

The City Council approved an ordinance increasing water and wastewater impact fees for new developments, effective March 1, 2023. Other key actions included calling for a May 6 general election and approving land additions to a municipal utility and management district.

• Approved Ordinance 23-C increasing standard 3/4 inch water meter impact fees from $4,350 to $9,200 (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-02 calling for a General Election on May 6, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Brazoria County Elections Office for May 6 election services, estimated $4,000 to $12,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved change of vendor to Frazer, Ltd. for two ambulances not to exceed $268,124 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-03 accepting scoreboard donations valued at approximately $29,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 23-A adding 745.8 acres to Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 70 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 23-B adding 2,273.1 acres to Brazoria County Management District No. 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved $71,410 agreement with Freese and Nichols Engineering for EPA Lead and Copper Rule compliance (Unanimous)

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and discussion on the 2022 Water and Wastewater Impact Fee Study Update. The consent agenda includes awarding contracts for concrete repair, street and sidewalk improvements, and 911 dispatch center upgrades using ARPA funds.

• Public hearing on 2022 Water and Wastewater Land Use Assumptions, Capital Improvement Plan, and Impact Fee Study Update
• Award bid to Greenscapes Six, LLC for 2023-2024 Concrete Repair Program, not to exceed $314,000
• Award bid to Rodriguez Construction Group for Westfield Drive, Perry Lane, and Adams Street improvements, not to exceed $1,798,556
• ARPA funds up to $79,764.96 for RMG Solutions to update 911 dispatch center
• ARPA funds up to $17,881.50 for Alvin Decorating to replace 911 dispatch center carpeting

City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major concrete pavement and drainage project and a yearly concrete repair program. The council also authorized the use of ARPA funds to update the 911 dispatch center and replace its carpeting.

• Approved $1,798,556 contract to Rodriguez Construction Group, LLC for concrete pavement, sidewalks, and storm sewer improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $314,000 contract to Greenscapes Six, LLC for 2023-2024 Concrete Repair Program (Unanimous)
• Approved $79,764.96 in ARPA funds to RMG Solutions for 911 dispatch center updates (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,881.50 in ARPA funds to Alvin Decorating for 911 dispatch center carpeting (Unanimous)
• Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Acknowledged Quarterly Investment Report ending December 31, 2022 (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Alvin Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior meeting minutes, administering an oath of office, and scheduling future meetings. The main substantive item is a proposed amendment to Section 2.08 of the local civil service rules regarding the Civil Service Director's appointment and duties. No votes on personnel or contracts are listed.

• Consider amendment to Section 2.08 (Civil Service Director: Appointment and Duties) of City of Alvin Local Civil Service Rules
• Approve November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Administer Oath of Office
• Discuss and consider scheduling future meetings

The Commission approved an amendment to Section 2.08 of the Local Civil Service Rules regarding the Civil Service Director's appointment and duties. The body also approved the minutes from the November 16, 2022, meeting.

• Approved amendment to Section 2.08 Civil Service Director: Appointment and Duties (3-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022, meeting minutes as amended (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider three final subdivision plats: Pleasant Acres (5.000 acres), LeCompte Place (18.194 acres), and SMT Ironman Bess (13.805 acres). The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, administering oaths to new members, and board reorganization.

• Final plat of Pleasant Acres, 5.000 acres, Hooper and Wade survey, A-432, Brazoria County
• Final plat of LeCompte Place, 18.194 acres, H.T. & B.R.R. Co. survey, section 8, abstract No. 496
• Final plat of SMT Ironman Bess, 13.805 acres, HT & B RR survey, abstract 230
• Approve minutes of December 20, 2022 meeting
• Oath of Office to newly appointed members

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of final plats for Pleasant Acres, Le Compte Place, and SMT Ironman Bess. The commission also elected its board leadership and approved the December 20, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Elected Abrin Brooks as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Scott Loy as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected John Burkey as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Pleasant Acres final plat (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Le Compte Place final plat (8-0)
• Recommended approval of SMT Ironman Bess final plat to City Council (8-0)

City Council

The Alvin City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the results of a Utility Master Plan and Water Rates Study by Freese and Nichols, as well as Municipal Utility District (MUD) 81 and the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) and the 100 ft. strip. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of Utility Master Plan and Water Rates Study by Freese and Nichols
• Discussion of Municipal Utility District (MUD) 81
• Discussion of City of Alvin Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) and the 100 ft. strip

City Council held a workshop session to discuss a wastewater utility master plan and a proposed multi-year rate increase. Council also reviewed annexation requests for MUD 81 and a request from Iowa Colony regarding a 100-foot strip of land. No formal votes were taken during this workshop meeting.

• Discussed proposed water/wastewater rate increases from 6.8% to 14.9% for 2023-2027
• Reviewed Wastewater CIP Summary 5-year outlook of $95,037,200
• Discussed annexation requests for Georgetown and Magnolia Trails developments into MUD 81
• Discussed Iowa Colony request to de-annex a 100-foot strip; Council expressed they were not inclined to take action on the current proposal

Senior Citizens Board

The Alvin Senior Citizens Board will meet to reorganize, welcome a new member, and review the code of conduct. They will also discuss funding for military emblems on the Wall of Honor, proposed changes to the Trip Policy, and recommend three project items for 2023.

• Administer oath of office to appointed officials
• Welcome new board member Kathy Ansley
• Discuss military emblems on Wall of Honor and approve funding
• Review and discuss recommended changes for Trip Policy
• Discuss and recommend compensation to Alvin Museum Society for Wall of Honor project assistance

The Board reorganized its leadership and approved updates to the Senior Trip Policy. Members also authorized spending for military emblems and selected three priority facility projects for the center.

• Elected John Burkey as President, Ron Shepherd as Vice President, and Kathy Ansley as Secretary
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved spending up to $150 for five major force emblems, with a future purchase for a Space Force emblem
• Approved updates to the Senior Trip Policy, including boarding priorities and a ban on smoking, eating, and drinking in vehicles
• Approved three priority projects: East End awning, pushbutton bathroom doors, and a sound system
• Approved the installation of taller toilets and hand sprayers via the operating budget

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks & Recreation Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, hearing reports, electing officers, and touring city parks. The board will also discuss five-year park capital project recommendations, though no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural with one substantive discussion item.

• Election of officers
• Tour of City Parks & Property
• Discussion of five-year park capital project recommendations
• Approval of minutes from October 3 and December 6, 2022

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda rather than minutes. It does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes from the meeting.

City Council

The Alvin City Council will meet to consider a consent agenda that includes an interlocal agreement with Brazoria County for improving Waste Water Treatment Plant Road, and a resolution adopting GASB Statement No. 87. The council will also consider a license agreement with the Alvin Sunrise Foundation for a music festival and BBQ cookoff at Briscoe Park in March 2023. The meeting includes public comment, reports from the city manager, and items of community interest.

• Interlocal Agreement IS23-0012 with Brazoria County for Waste Water Treatment Plant Road improvements
• Resolution 23-R-01 adopting GASB Statement No. 87
• License Agreement with Alvin Sunrise Foundation for Music Festival and Bar-B-Q Cookoff at Briscoe Park, March 20-26, 2023
• Approval of December 15, 2022 workshop and meeting minutes

City Council approved a license agreement for the Alvin Sunrise Foundation to use Briscoe Park for a fundraising event in March 2023. The council also approved a wastewater treatment plant road agreement and new lease accounting standards.

• Approved License Agreement for Alvin Sunrise Foundation to use Briscoe Park March 20-26, 2023 (All Aye)
• Approved $20,000 in Hotel Occupancy Tax funds for the Music Festival and Bar-B-Q Cookoff (All Aye)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement IS23-0012 with Brazoria County for Waste Water Treatment Plant Road improvements (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-01 adopting GASB Statement No. 87 lease accounting standards (All Aye)
• Approved December 15, 2022, City Council Workshop minutes (All Aye)
• Approved December 15, 2022, City Council meeting minutes (All Aye)