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Alvin public meetings in 2025

70 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider annexation and development of 128.5-acre tract

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances to annex approximately 128.5284 acres of land and approve its Plan of Development. The body will also consider a construction contract for the Alvin City Hall Project.

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✓ Decided: Council approved annexation of 128.5284‑acre tract and lease of 15 city vehicles

The City Council voted to adopt Ordinance 25‑GG, annexing a 128.5284‑acre parcel into Alvin and approving its service plan. After removing the lease item from the consent agenda, the Council later approved lease agreements with Enterprise Fleet Management for fifteen vehicles costing up to $182,650.20. Both motions carried with all members present voting Aye.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

City Council

Discussion and update on the New City Hall Project

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and receive an update on the New City Hall Project presented by architect Randall Scott. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Council discussed New City Hall project but took no formal actions

The council received an update from architect Randall Scott on the New City Hall project's needs assessment, design concepts, and cost estimates. Members discussed parking options, design themes, and how the building could support workforce recruitment and downtown development. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded, and the meeting was adjourned.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider final plat for Magnolia Trails Section 1

The City Planning Commission will meet to consider a final plat for a subdivision. The body will also administer an oath of office to a new member and approve previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved final plat for Magnolia Trails Section 1

The commission approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It also recommended approval of the final plat for the Magnolia Trails Section 1 subdivision, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑aye vote.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Animal Advisory Committee

Alvin Animal Shelter Committee to meet and approve minutes

The Alvin Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting, receive reports from the shelter manager and animal control officer, and schedule the next meeting.

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✓ Decided: Animal Advisory Board approved prior minutes and added two new members

The board approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. Brittney Moore and Bridget Watson were sworn in as new members of the advisory board. The next meeting was scheduled for March 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

Mon Dec 8, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

Board will discuss relocating the War Memorial to the Senior Center

The Senior Citizens Board of Alvin, Texas will meet on December 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in the board room of the Senior Citizen Center, 309 W. Sealy St. The agenda includes approval of the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes and reports from the board chair, recreation superintendent, and senior center manager on programs, facilities, and operations. The board will discuss and consider a recommendation to relocate the War Memorial from City Hall to the Senior Center.

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✓ Decided: Board approves moving War Memorial and bench to Senior Center

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. A motion to relocate the War Memorial and its bench to the Senior Center was also approved by all members. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

City Council

Council will consider annexing 128.5 acres north of State Highway 6

The Alvin City Council meeting will discuss a proclamation for the 45th Alvin Christmas Walk‑a‑Mile. The consent agenda includes contracts for biosolids disposal and city vehicle fuel, and a resolution to suspend a Texas‑New Mexico Power rate change. Other business items include a land annexation of about 128.5 acres with a public hearing scheduled for December 18, and an amendment to the Economic Development Incentive Policy. The meeting will also feature reports from the City Manager and community interest announcements.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved annexation of 128.5 acres north of State Highway 6

The council approved the consent agenda, which includes contracts for biosolids disposal and city fuel supply. It also approved a resolution to suspend Texas‑New Mexico Power's rate increase pending further study. The council accepted a petition to annex approximately 128.5284 acres of land. Finally, the council adopted an amended Economic Development Incentive Policy.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

Parks Board to discuss 5-year capital projects and sports association termination

The Parks & Recreation Board will review program participation, park dedication, and tree fund balances. The board will discuss recommendations for a 5-year park capital improvement project and the potential involuntary termination of the Bay Area Cardinals as an Alvin Sports Association.

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✓ Decided: Board voted 5-0 to terminate Bay Area Cardinals as an Alvin Sport Association

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (vote not recorded). The board discussed a 5‑year park capital improvement plan but took no action. It voted 5‑0 to involuntarily terminate the Bay Area Cardinals as an Alvin Sport Association and recommended future policy changes for new ASAs.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

City Council

City Council to adopt the Alvin Comprehensive Plan and related ordinance

The Alvin City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Comprehensive Plan and consider adopting it through Ordinance 25-EE. Council members will also review a Lift Station/Force Main Oversize Cost Participation Agreement with Brazoria County Municipal Utility District 51 and Beazer Homes Texas, L.P. Additional items include a resolution to cast votes for the Brazoria County Appraisal District Board and approval of recent meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: City Council adopted the Comprehensive Plan and approved a lift‑station cost agreement

The council approved the consent agenda, including the November 6 and 13 meeting minutes. It adopted Ordinance 25-EE, formally adopting the City of Alvin Comprehensive Plan. The council also approved a Lift Station/Force Main Oversize Cost Participation Agreement with Brazoria County MUD 51 and Beazer Homes. Finally, it approved Resolution 25‑R‑28, casting 16 votes for Susan Spoor and 16 votes for Gail Robinson to the Brazoria County Appraisal District Board.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Planning Commission

No agenda available for November 18, 2025 Planning Commission meeting

The provided document is a website error page indicating that the agenda file for the November 18, 2025 meeting could not be found in the system.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

City Council

Council conducts interviews for upcoming board and commission appointments

The Alvin City Council will interview applicants for boards and commissions whose members' terms end on December 31, 2025. The interviews will inform appointments that the Council will make at its December 4 meeting, with new members beginning service in January 2026. All residency requirements have been verified.

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✓ Decided: Council interviewed applicants for upcoming board and commission appointments

On November 13, 2025, the Alvin City Council held a workshop session and interviewed a roster of candidates for possible placement on city boards and commissions. No appointments, reappointments, or other actions were decided during this meeting. The session was adjourned at 8:17 p.m.

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Economic Development Advisory Committee

Committee will review and finalize the draft Incentive Policy for City Council

The Alvin Economic Development Advisory Committee will approve the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review and finalize a draft Incentive Policy to be recommended to the City Council. The committee will also discuss target industries, review performance of three active incentive agreements, and set goals for 2026.

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✓ Decided: EDAC approved the final draft Incentive Policy

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the final draft of the Incentive Policy as amended. The meeting was then adjourned. No additional agenda items were requested.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

No agenda items available for Senior Citizens Board meeting

The agenda for the Senior Citizens Board meeting on November 10, 2025 could not be retrieved from the city website. No agenda items, resolutions, or discussion topics are listed in the available document.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Library Board

Library Board meeting agenda not available

The provided document is a website interface that failed to retrieve the specific agenda file for the November 6, 2025, Library Board meeting.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

City Council

Alvin City Council to consider $500,000 in equipment upgrades for city facilities

The City Council will discuss several equipment purchases for the Recreation Center and Animal Adoption Center. The meeting also includes considerations for sewer rate methodology, speed limit changes, and the appointment of an auditing firm.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves audit firm, equipment purchases, and key ordinances

The council approved the consent agenda, including the appointment of Crowe LLP as the FY25 audit firm. It also approved purchases for a new chiller, air handler unit, and two AC systems for city facilities. Ordinances clarifying sewer rate calculations, adding land to a municipal utility district, and adjusting a speed limit on SH 35 were adopted.

Tue Nov 4, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

Alvin Parks Board to discuss 5-year capital improvement recommendations

The Parks & Recreation Board will review program participation and fund balances for park dedication and trees. The board will also discuss recommendations for a 5-year park capital improvement project.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will review the 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Plan

The Alvin Planning Commission and City Council will hold a joint workshop to review the 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as a call to order and adjournment. No specific actions or decisions are listed beyond the plan review.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of two final plats

The commission approved the minutes from the September 16 meeting (4‑0). It then recommended approval of the final plat for Knight Estates (4‑0) and the final plat for Brazoria County MUD No 48A Phase 1 Detention and Mass Grading (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned (4‑0).

Tue Oct 21, 2025

City Council

City Council reviews 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Plan

The Alvin City Council will hold a joint workshop with the Planning Commission to review the 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Plan. The meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. No other agenda items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council and Planning Commission reviewed draft 2025 Comprehensive Master Plan

The City Council met with the Planning Commission to review the draft 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Master Plan prepared by Baxter & Woodman Consulting Engineers. No policy decisions were made; the draft will be reviewed by the Comprehensive Plan Committee and a public hearing is set for November 20, 2025. The meeting minutes were approved on November 6, 2025.

Thu Oct 16, 2025

City Council

City Council to approve $111,431.43 purchase of server hardware

The council will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of the October 2 meeting minutes, a public hearing on the draft Comprehensive Master Plan, and a resolution authorizing the Veterans Day parade closure of Business 35. It will also vote on three purchases: a Rhino X mower for $51,704.71, video surveillance for the Senior Center for $99,035.12, and Scale Computing server hardware for $111,431.43. Additional items include revising the Athletic Facilities Policy and amending park and recreation fees.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Veterans Day parade street closure and multiple capital purchases

The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted Resolution 25‑R‑26 to close a portion of Business 35 for the Veterans Day parade and authorized three purchases: a Rhino X 1808 mower for $51,704.71, senior‑center video surveillance for $99,035.12, and Scale Computing server hardware for $111,431.43. The council also approved Resolution 25‑R‑25 revising the Athletic Facilities Policy and Ordinance 25‑AA adding new fees for athletic‑facility use. All motions carried with all members present voting Aye.

Thu Oct 16, 2025

City Council

Council to discuss food trucks and fund‑balance policy

The Alvin City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss food truck operations within the city. The council will also discuss the city's financial policy and practices governing the fund balance. No decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Council discussed food trucks and fund balance; no actions taken

The council reviewed possible restrictions on food trucks and noted that House Bill 2844, effective July 1, 2026, preempts most local authority over mobile food units. Council members also examined the city’s fund‑balance policy, including reserves and emergency funding. No motions were adopted, no votes were recorded, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:50 p.m.

Wed Oct 15, 2025

Civil Service Commission

Agenda unavailable for Civil Service Commission meeting on Oct 15, 2025

The Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for October 15, 2025 in Alvin, Texas has no agenda items listed because the agenda file could not be retrieved. No decisions or discussion topics are provided in the available document. Residents should monitor the city website for any updates or a replacement agenda.

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Mon Oct 13, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

Board reviews senior center program updates and facility improvements

The Senior Citizens Board will meet to hear reports from the board chair, the recreation superintendent, and the senior center manager about current issues, program updates, and facility matters. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of September 8, 2025 minutes and a public petitions segment. No specific actions or votes are listed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes

The Senior Citizens Board approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting after a motion by Member Hockin and a second by Member Williams. All members present voted to approve. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the remaining agenda items were informational reports.

Tue Oct 7, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

No agenda items available; file could not be retrieved

The Parks & Recreation Board meeting scheduled for October 7, 2025 in Alvin, Texas has no agenda items listed because the agenda file could not be found on the city website.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider $12,660 business incentive for Jmolder Properties

The Alvin City Council will vote on a Chapter 380 business incentive request for Jmolder Properties, LLC to improve properties at 412 and 414 West House Street, not to exceed $12,660. The council will also approve an annual interlocal agreement with Brazoria County for Fiscal Year 2026 and authorize the mayor to sign it after legal review. Additional consent agenda items include approval of the September 4 and September 18, 2025 meeting minutes, and the council will hear proclamations for APD Chaplains Week and National Colonial Heritage Month.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved a $12,660 business incentive for Jmolder Properties

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the September 4 and September 18 meeting minutes and an annual Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County. It also approved a Chapter 380 business incentive request for Jmolder Properties, LLC, authorizing up to $12,660 for improvements at 412 and 414 West House Street. Both motions carried with all members present voting Aye.

Thu Sep 18, 2025

City Council

City Council considers $8 million concrete and drainage project for Hood Street

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts and ordinance amendments. Key items include a major drainage project on Hood Street and a proposed labor agreement with the Alvin Police Officer's Association.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves alcohol‑sale variance for The Fillin' Station

The council approved its consent agenda, which included acceptance of a $15,000 donation, an interlocal fire‑EMS agreement with Hillcrest Village, and several ordinance and policy updates. Council members voted to grant a variance allowing The Fillin' Station at 603 West Sealy Street to sell alcoholic beverages despite the 300‑foot residence restriction. The council also approved Ordinance 25‑R amending the wreckers chapter of the code.

Tue Sep 16, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider final plat for Calhoun Real Estate Investments (9.76 acre)

The City Planning Commission will meet on September 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Public Services Facility conference room. The commission will approve the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting and consider several final plats for subdivisions, including Calhoun Real Estate Investments, Elizondo Estates, Cox Lane Center, Mommys Property, and M&K Alvin Properties Addition. Public petitions and items of community interest will also be addressed.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously approved meeting minutes and five final plats

The commission approved the minutes of the August 19, 2025 meeting. It also recommended approval of final plats for Calhoun Real Estate Investments, Elizondo Estates, Cox Lane Center, Mommys Property, and M&K Alvin Properties Addition. All motions carried with a 4‑aye, 0‑nay vote.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Economic Development Advisory Committee

Alvin Economic Development Committee to review incentive policy amendments

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet to consider changes to the Alvin Economic Development Incentive Policy. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss commercial or financial information regarding a business prospect.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved $12,660 business incentive and July 8 minutes

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved a $12,660 business incentive request from JmolderProperties LLC. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Animal Advisory Committee

No agenda items available for the Animal Advisory Committee meeting

The agenda document for the Alvin Animal Advisory Committee meeting on 2025-09-09 could not be retrieved. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the available record.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

✓ Decided: Board approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes

The Alvin Senior Citizens Board approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. All members present voted in favor. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of reports and community announcements.

Thu Sep 4, 2025

City Council

City Council to adopt FY26 budget and tax rate

The Alvin City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed tax rate and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and ordinance. The meeting also includes final plats for the Preservation Creek development and a variance request for a garage.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $153,725 design‑management contract for the new City Hall

The council adopted the consent agenda, approving final plats for Preservation Creek Phases 2 and 3 and the Fox Meadow Crossing replat. It also approved a Professional Services Agreement with AGCM, Inc. to provide design‑management support for the new City Hall, authorizing the City Manager to sign. A variance request for 600 Old Galveston Road was presented, but the minutes do not record the final vote.

Thu Sep 4, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council supports temporary garage‑sale sign amendment proposal

The council discussed the Pulte Homes – Sorrell Tract development and expressed an unfavorable view, but no action was taken on the proposal. Council reached a general consensus in support of the proposed amendments to temporary off‑premises garage‑sale signs, with an ordinance to be presented at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Board approved changes to the Athletic Facility Policy (4‑0)

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the May 6, July 1 and August 5, 2025 meetings, each with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved recommended changes to the Athletic Facility Policy with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on.

Mon Aug 25, 2025

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved a variance for 4D Signworx’s Chipotle pylon sign (5-0)

The board approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting with four votes in favor and one abstention. It also approved a variance request from 4D Signworx, Ltd. for a multi‑tenant pylon sign at 1269 FM 1462, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

Thu Aug 21, 2025

City Council

Alvin City Council to hold public hearing on proposed FY 2025-26 budget

The City Council will hold a public hearing for comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Budget. The body will also consider updates to city fees and a professional services agreement for a new City Hall.

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✓ Decided: Council approved design contract for new City Hall and set FY 2025‑26 budget date

The council approved the consent agenda, which included several workshop minutes and Ordinance 25‑T on electioneering signs. Council members set the adoption date for the FY 2025‑26 budget for September 4, 2025. They approved a Professional Services Agreement with Randall Scott Architects, Inc. for the new City Hall design. The council also approved Ordinance 25‑U to raise water and wastewater fees, with a 6‑1 vote.

Tue Aug 19, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommended approval of nine subdivision plats and a variance

The commission approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended approval of a variance for a garage at 600 Old Galveston Road. It also unanimously recommended approval of final plats for multiple subdivisions, including McClure Estates, Overton Estates, several phases of Preservation Creek, Pinnacle Parkway Segment 1, and Fox Meadow Crossing.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council discussed budget and development; no formal actions taken

The council reviewed the FY 2025-2026 proposed budget and the Fox Meadow Crossing residential development, and considered off‑premise sign regulations. No motions were adopted, no votes were recorded, and the items were left for further study or future agreements.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved City Manager contract with amendments

The council voted to approve the City Manager's employment contract, including specified amendments. Council member Vaughn moved to approve, Moore seconded, and the motion carried with all members present voting aye. An executive session was held earlier to discuss personnel matters, but no specific actions were recorded from that session.

Mon Aug 11, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

Senior Citizens Board to discuss transportation for evening events

The Senior Citizens Board will meet to review reports on senior center operations and programs. The board will discuss the possibility of the City providing round-trip transportation from homes for seniors to attend evening events.

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✓ Decided: Board approved July 14 minutes and switched Monday quilting to Crafty Hour

The board unanimously approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It cancelled the Monday quilting program and introduced a new Crafty Hour from 5‑8 p.m. Discussions about senior transportation and upcoming events were noted but no formal actions were taken.

Thu Aug 7, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved $25 million bond issuance for city hall project

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the July 17 meeting minutes, Ordinance 25‑Q on solicitation at intersections, and final plats for Kendall Lakes, Preservation Creek Phase 2 (Sections 4 and 5) and Walton Tract Phase 1. The council also approved Ordinance 25‑R authorizing the issuance and sale of $25,000,000 tax and revenue certificates of obligation for the city hall project, with a vote of Aye from members present and No votes from Davis, DeKeyzer, and Moore. All approvals were recorded as motions carried during the August 7, 2025 meeting.

Thu Aug 7, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council discussed FY 2025‑2026 budget but made no decisions

The council held a workshop to review the FY 2025‑2026 proposed annual budget, presented by Finance Director Chris Thomas. He outlined a 6% water/sewer rate increase, a 2% sanitation rate increase, and projected $11 million in sales tax revenue. No votes or formal actions were taken; the council will vote on the maximum tax rate at the next regular meeting. Additional budget workshops are scheduled for August 12 and possibly August 21.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Board approves athletic facility policy changes and rejects tree donation

The board postponed approval of the meeting minutes to the next meeting. It approved the proposed changes to the Athletic Facility Policy. The board declined to accept the tree donation and directed staff to work with Keep Alvin Beautiful on alternative planting sites. The board amended the Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance to add a fixed credit and will forward the amendment to City Council.

Mon Jul 28, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved budget public hearing for August 21, 2025

The City Council approved holding a budget public hearing on August 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. No other actions were formally decided. A proposal to shift employees to a five‑day work week was discussed but not acted upon.

Thu Jul 17, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved a $67,595 business incentive for Joe’s Bar‑B‑Q

The council approved a $67,595 Business Incentive request from Joe’s Bar‑B‑Q after the Economic Development Advisory Committee recommended approval. Council member Moore moved to approve the incentive, seconded by Vaughn, and the motion carried with all members present voting Aye. The council also approved the consent agenda and formally acknowledged receipt of the FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

Thu Jul 17, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council discussed development plan and traffic ordinance; no actions taken

The City Council reviewed the Achille Tract Development proposal and a proposed amendment to the Traffic Code. Both items were discussed but no votes or formal actions were recorded. The minutes themselves were approved on August 7, 2025.

Tue Jul 15, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission recommended approval of five subdivision plats to City Council

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended five subdivision plats—including Village Mart, Kendall Lakes Sec 12, Preservation Creek Phase 2 Sections 4 and 5, and the Walton Tract Phase 1 master preliminary plat—for approval by City Council. All motions passed with a 5‑aye, 0‑nay vote.

Mon Jul 14, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

✓ Decided: Board approved new east‑end parking layout for senior‑center bus

The board approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also approved the proposed east‑end parking design that will accommodate the senior‑center bus, with all members voting in favor. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Economic Development Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved a $50,000 business incentive for Grazia Italian Kitchen

The committee unanimously approved the Business Incentive Application for $50,000 for Grazia Italian Kitchen Alvin, LLC. The minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Board approved $1,500 per dwelling unit amendment to Article VII rules

The Parks & Recreation Board unanimously approved a skateboard repair station near the skate park at National Oak Park. It also unanimously approved the final draft of the revised Article VII ordinance to be sent to City Council. The board further approved a $1,500 per dwelling unit amendment to the newly‑approved Article VII rules. Consideration of the May 6, 2025 minutes was postponed because they were not received.

Thu Jun 26, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves GFT Engineering agreement for flood project

Council members approved an agreement with GFT Engineering to provide design services for flood and drainage improvements on Durant Street and the M‑1 Crossing. The city will cover the $132,683.90 engineering fee overage using the Sales Tax Fund. The Mayor is authorized to execute the agreement after legal review.

Tue Jun 17, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommended approval of FM 1462 storage variance

The commission approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. It voted to recommend the FM 1462 public‑storage variance request for City Council approval. It also recommended approval of the final plats for Esperanza Subdivision and Preservation Creek Phase 2. All motions passed unanimously.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Animal Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Animal Advisory Board unanimously approved March meeting minutes

The Alvin Animal Advisory Board met on June 10, 2025 and approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting with all members in favor. The board discussed updates from members and set the next meeting for September 9, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

✓ Decided: Board approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The Senior Citizens Board voted to approve the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded; the remaining agenda items were informational reports and community updates.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts youth recreation standards and approves several development plats

The City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously, adopting Ordinance 25‑M for youth recreation program standards, approving a $324,027 contract with GrantWorks, Inc. for flood‑drainage grant administration, and authorizing a lease amendment with Memorial Hermann Hospital. The council also approved final plats for Preservation Creek Phase 1, Preservation Creek Phase 2, Berry Creek, and Parkside Trails, and accepted the resignations of Jake Starkey from the Economic Development Advisory Committee and Ashley Davis from the Planning Commission.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council discussed funding options for Fox Meadow Crossing, no action taken

The council heard a presentation on Public Improvement Districts and a proposal from developer Jerome Karam for the Fox Meadow Crossing residential project. Members discussed possible funding mechanisms, including the Capital Improvement Plan and a bonded PID, but no formal action was taken. Any decision will be addressed in a future meeting through a developer’s agreement.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

✓ Decided: Board denies Chipotle sign permit, approves flood variance, adopts prior minutes

The board approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. It denied a special‑use permit for a multi‑tenant pylon sign for Chipotle at 1269 FM 1462. It approved a variance allowing homeowners at 1807 Westview to raise floor elevation one foot above the base flood level.

Tue May 27, 2025

Economic Development Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approves $67,595 incentive and cancels Schneider investment agreement

The Alvin Economic Development Advisory Committee unanimously approved the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes with a name correction. It also unanimously approved a $67,595 incentive for Joe’s Bar‑B‑Q and approved the cancellation of the 380 Agreement with Schneider Investments. The proposal for a demolition grant program was tabled for the next meeting, and no further actions were taken.

Tue May 20, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a Meadowview Drive variance

The commission approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended approval of a variance for 1823 Meadowview Drive and recommended approval of several final plats and a master preliminary plat to the City Council. All motions passed with a 5‑aye, 0‑nay vote.

Thu May 15, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved election results and honored outgoing members Starkey and Castro

The council adopted Resolution 25‑R‑12, formally declaring the May 3, 2025 general election results. It also approved Resolution 25‑R‑06, allowing council members to volunteer for organizations that protect municipal health, safety, or welfare. Resolutions 25‑R‑13 and 25‑R‑14 were adopted to honor Councilmember Glenn Starkey and Councilmember Joel Castro for their service. Oaths of office were administered to newly elected members Martin Vela, Ashley Davis, and Scott Salter.

Mon May 12, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

✓ Decided: Board approved April 14 minutes and announced Senior Center closure on Memorial Day

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. It reported that the Senior Center will be closed on Memorial Day. No other motions were voted on during this meeting.

Tue May 6, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Board approved the Recommended Standard of Care with a 5‑0 vote

The board approved the Recommended Standard of Care, voting 5‑0 in favor. The April 1, 2025 meeting minutes were approved. A proposed revision to Article VII of the Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance was tabled for further work.

Thu May 1, 2025

Library Board

✓ Decided: Board approved February 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The Alvin Library Board approved the minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded at this meeting.

Thu May 1, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved $6.0M CDBG-MIT contract for Durant Street drainage project

The council adopted Ordinance 25‑K to amend Chapter 9 and adopt the 2024 International Fire Code. It approved several one‑year renewal addenda for janitorial, HVAC, landscaping, and foundation repair services. The council also approved a $6,000,500 grant contract with the Texas General Land Office for the Durant Street Drainage and M‑1 Crossing Improvements project. Consent agenda items, including prior meeting minutes, were approved.

Wed Apr 30, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: John Burkey appointed Chair and Jeff Foley appointed Vice Chair

The commission approved the March 19, 2025 minutes by a 3‑aye vote. John Burkey was appointed Chair and Jeff Foley was appointed Vice Chair, each by a 3‑aye vote. The next meeting was scheduled for January 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑aye vote.

Mon Apr 21, 2025

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved special use permit for 4D Signworx ground sign at 1269 FM 1462

The board approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved a special use permit for a ground sign requested by 4D Signworx, Ltd. for Chipotle at 1269 FM 1462 with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of five subdivision plats

The commission approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays). It recommended approval of final plats for Pecan Acres Addition, Lora Estates, Moffitt Subdivision, and Preservation Creek Phase 1, with votes of 5‑0, 6‑0, 6‑0, and 6‑0 ayes respectively. All recommendations were forwarded to the City Council. The meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m. after a motion carried 6 ayes.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council discussed public‑transit options, no decisions were made

Council members heard a presentation from Rick Koch of Trippp Consulting on an on‑demand rideshare model using Uber and ADA‑accessible vehicles. The discussion covered customization, senior accessibility, liability, funding sources, and regulatory requirements. No formal action, approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Senior Citizens Board

✓ Decided: Board approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The Senior Citizens Board voted to approve the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. The board also received reports on completed parking lot work, upcoming volunteer lunch, bi‑annual food drive, and several community events. No other formal actions were taken.

Thu Apr 3, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approved $34.9M lift station expansion contract

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the March 6 minutes, the cancellation of the April 17 meeting, and a proclamation designating April 2025 as Fair Housing Month. It also authorized a letter to the Brazoria County Mosquito Control District, an interlocal fire‑protection agreement with Rosharon Volunteer Fire Department, and a resolution suspending the April 19 gas rate increase. Additionally, the council approved multi‑year parade‑closure agreements with TxDOT and awarded construction contracts for a major lift‑station project and a Victory Lane asphalt project.

Thu Apr 3, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council discussed FY25 strategic plan and FY26 budget planning

The council held a workshop session to review progress on the FY25 Strategic Plan, the financial overview, capital projects, and FY26 budget planning. No formal motions or votes were recorded; members exchanged ideas about early budget involvement, citizen surveys, park scoreboard funding, street repairs, downtown parking, lighting, revitalization, and economic development incentives.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Board approves March 4 minutes and adjourns meeting

The board approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes as printed, with no objection. The board discussed dedicating the Adoue Street and Lift Station 29 properties as parkland but took no action. The meeting was adjourned at 8:02 PM after a motion to adjourn was carried.

Wed Mar 19, 2025

Civil Service Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved amended minutes and set next meeting for April 16

The Civil Service Commission approved the January 17, 2024 meeting minutes as amended with a unanimous 3‑aye vote. The commission scheduled its next meeting for April 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room at City Hall. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 3‑aye vote.