Alvin public meetings in 2025

City Council

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.

• Discussion and update on the New City Hall Project – Randall Scott, Architect

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.

City Council

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.

• Proposed voluntary annexation and Plan of Development for a 128.5284-acre tract north of Highway 6
• Award of Alvin City Hall Project CMAR contract to SpawGlass Construction Corp
• Lease agreements with Enterprise Fleet Management for 15 vehicles not to exceed $182,650.20
• Purchase of 32 AEDs and 65 Stop the Bleed Kits not to exceed $76,452.63
• Mutual Aid Agreement for emergency response at Brazoria County school facilities

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.

• Approved Ordinance 25‑GG annexing 128.5284 acres (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved lease agreements for 15 vehicles, up to $182,650.20 (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved modified consent agenda after removal of lease item (all members present voting Aye)

Planning Commission

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.

• Final plat of Magnolia Trails Section 1, a subdivision of 51.4068 acres

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.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Magnolia Trails Section 1 final plat (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5 ayes)

Animal Advisory Committee

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.

• Approve minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting
• Receive report from Shelter Manager Richard 'Keith' Villaloboz
• Receive report from Animal Control Officer Brittney Moore
• Schedule next meeting
• Administer oath of office to 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.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Keith Villaloboz, seconded by Dr. Keri Galvin)
• Sworn in Brittney Moore as new board member
• Sworn in Bridget Watson as new board member
• Scheduled next meeting for March 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Senior Citizens Board

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.

• Approve minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting
• Board Chair report on current senior community issues
• Recreation Superintendent report on upcoming programs and events
• Senior Center Manager report on programs, building, senior bus, and operations
• Discuss and recommend relocating the War Memorial from City Hall to the 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.

• Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (all members approved)
• Approved relocation of War Memorial and bench to Senior Center (all members approved)

City Council

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.

• Award bid to GFL of Texas, LP for biosolids disposal up to $824.50 per haul, estimated $120,000 annually for two years
• Award bid to Petroleum Traders Corporation for fuel for city vehicles for FY 2025‑26
• Resolution 25‑R‑29 to suspend TNMP rate change effective Dec 19, 2025 and hire legal counsel
• Resolution 25‑R‑30 to annex approximately 128.5284 acres north of State Highway 6 and west of State Highway 35, with a public hearing Dec 18, 2025
• Resolution 25‑R‑31 to amend the Economic Development Incentive Policy

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.

• Approved consent agenda award to GFL of Texas for biosolids disposal (up to $824.50 per haul, $120,000 annual) – motion carried with all members present voting Aye
• Approved consent agenda award to Petroleum Traders Corporation for fuel supply – motion carried with all members present voting Aye
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑29 to suspend TNMP rate increase effective Dec 19, 2025 – motion carried with all members present voting Aye
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑30 accepting petition to annex ~128.5284 acres north of State Highway 6 – motion carried with all members present voting Aye
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑31 adopting amended Economic Development Incentive Policy – motion carried with all members present voting Aye

Parks & Recreation Board

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.

• 5-year park capital improvement project recommendations
• Involuntary termination of Bay Area Cardinals as an Alvin Sports Association
• Review of park dedication and tree fund balances

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.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (vote not recorded)
• Terminated Bay Area Cardinals as an Alvin Sport Association (5-0)

City Council

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.

• Public hearing on adoption of the proposed Comprehensive Plan
• Consider Lift Station/Force Main Oversize Cost Participation Agreement with Brazoria County MUD 51 and Beazer Homes Texas, L.P.
• Consider Ordinance 25-EE adopting the City of Alvin Comprehensive Plan
• Consider Resolution 25-R-28 to cast votes for the Brazoria County Appraisal District Board
• Approve minutes from the November 6 and November 13 City Council meetings (consent agenda)

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.

• Approved consent agenda (including Nov 6 and Nov 13 minutes); motion carried with all members present voting Aye
• Approved Lift Station/Force Main Oversize Cost Participation Agreement; motion carried with all members present voting Aye
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑EE, adopting the City of Alvin Comprehensive Plan; motion carried with all members present voting Aye
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑28, casting 16 votes for Susan Spoor and 16 votes for Gail Robinson to the Brazoria County Appraisal District Board; motion carried with all members present voting Aye

Planning Commission

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.

City Council

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.

• Planning Commission: 5 re‑appointments and 1 new appointment to fill a vacancy
• Parks and Recreation Board: 4 re‑appointments to fill two vacancies
• Senior Citizens Board: 4 re‑appointments to maintain a full board
• Library Board: 2 appointments/re‑appointments to meet the 5‑7 member range
• Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals: 2 appointments/re‑appointments to keep a 5‑member board

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.

Economic Development Advisory Committee

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.

• Approve minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting
• Review and finalize the draft Incentive Policy for recommendation to City Council
• Discuss target industries and key business sectors for economic development
• Review performance report on incentive investments, including updates on three active incentive agreements
• Develop 2026 board action items and establish goals or priorities

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.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (motion carried with all members present voting Aye)
• Approved final draft Incentive Policy (motion carried with all members present voting Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried with all members present voting Aye)

Senior Citizens Board

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.

Library Board

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

City Council

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.

• Purchase of Recreation Center chiller not to exceed $205,000
• Purchase of Recreation Center Air Handler Unit not to exceed $110,000
• Purchase of two air conditioning systems for Animal Adoption Center not to exceed $185,000
• Ordinance No. 25-BB regarding single-family residential sewer rate calculations
• Ordinance 25-DD to amend prima facie speed limits on certain streets

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.

• Approved appointment of Crowe LLP as FY25 audit firm (all Aye)
• Approved purchase of replacement chiller for Recreation Center up to $205,000 (all Aye)
• Approved purchase of replacement air handler unit for Recreation Center up to $110,000 (all Aye)
• Approved purchase of two AC systems for Animal Adoption Center up to $185,000 (all Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 25-BB clarifying winter averaging for single‑family sewer rates (all Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 25-CC granting consent to add ~32.79 acres to Brazoria County MUD 48 (all Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 25-DD setting 45 MPH speed limit on SH 35 during construction (all Aye)

Parks & Recreation Board

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.

• Review of park dedication and tree fund balances
• Discussion of 5-year park capital improvement project recommendations
• Review of program and event participation

Planning Commission

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.

• Review of the 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Plan

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).

• Approved minutes of Sep 16, 2025 meeting (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Knight Estates final plat (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Brazoria County MUD No 48A Phase 1 final plat (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (4 ayes)

City Council

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.

• Review of the 2025 Alvin Comprehensive Plan (joint workshop with Planning Commission)

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.

• Approved meeting minutes (Nov 6, 2025)

City Council

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.

• Approve resolution for Veterans Day parade closure of Business 35 (Gordon Street) from Adoue to Sealy Street
• Purchase Rhino X 1808 mower from King Ranch Ag & Turf – $51,704.71
• Purchase video surveillance for Senior Center from DataVox – $99,035.12
• Purchase Scale Computing hardware for server refresh – $111,431.43
• Call for public hearing on draft Comprehensive Master Plan – November 20, 2025

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.

• Approved consent agenda (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑26 authorizing temporary closure of Business 35 for Veterans Day parade (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved purchase of Rhino X 1808 mower for $51,704.71 (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved purchase of senior‑center video surveillance system for $99,035.12 (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved purchase of Scale Computing server hardware for $111,431.43 (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑25 revising the Athletic Facilities Policy (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑AA amending fee schedule for athletic facilities (all members present voting Aye)

City Council

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.

• Discussion of food truck operations in Alvin
• Discussion of the city's financial policy and fund‑balance practices

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.

Civil Service Commission

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.

Senior Citizens Board

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.

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.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous approval by members present)

Parks & Recreation Board

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.

City Council

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.

• Business Incentive Request under Chapter 380 with Jmolder Properties, LLC for improvements at 412 and 414 West House Street, up to $12,660
• Annual Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County for Fiscal Year 2026, mayor to sign after legal review
• Consider approval of the September 4, 2025 City Council Workshop minutes
• Consider approval of the September 18, 2025 City Council meeting minutes
• Proclamations: APD Chaplains Week (Oct 12‑18, 2025) and National Colonial Heritage Month

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.

• Approved September 4, 2025 City Council Workshop minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved September 18, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved annual Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County (consent agenda)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (all members Aye)
• Approved Business Incentive Request with Jmolder Properties LLC up to $12,660 (all members Aye)

City Council

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.

• Bid award to Tandem Services, LLC for Hood Street Concrete Pavement and Drainage Project not to exceed $8,085,191
• Agreement with PACS Construction Laboratories and Testing Services, LLC for Hood Street materials testing not to exceed $102,775
• Acceptance of a $15,000 donation from Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation for Police, Fire, and EMS
• Proposed Collective Bargaining Labor Agreement with the Alvin Police Officer's Association (APOA)
• Request from The Fillin' Station at 603 West Sealy Street for a variance regarding alcoholic beverage sales

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.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, $15,000 donation, interlocal agreement, Ordinance 25‑Y, Resolution 25‑R‑24, Resolution 25‑R‑23) with all members present voting Aye
• Approved variance for The Fillin' Station to sell alcoholic beverages; motion carried with all members present voting Aye, and Council member Vaughn voting No
• Approved Ordinance 25‑R amending Chapter 26 (Wreckers) with all members present voting Aye

Planning Commission

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.

• Final plat of Calhoun Real Estate Investments – 9.7644‑acre (425,337 sq ft) tract in Halls Addition
• Final plat of Elizondo Estates – 3.4898‑acre tract in Pecan Bend South (unrecorded subdivision)
• Final plat of Cox Lane Center – 4.5678‑acre subdivision in H.T.&B.R.R. Co. Survey
• Final plat of Mommys Property – 7.451‑acre tract from the Florence Williams 29.804‑acre parcel
• Final plat of M&K Alvin Properties Addition – 10.05‑acre subdivision in Section 22 of the I.&G.N. RR. Co. Survey

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.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Calhoun Real Estate Investments final plat (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Elizondo Estates final plat (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Cox Lane Center final plat (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Mommys Property final plat (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of M&K Alvin Properties Addition final plat (4 ayes, 0 nays)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

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.

• Amendments to the Alvin Economic Development Incentive Policy
• Executive session regarding a business prospect for location, retention, or expansion

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.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0 Aye)
• Approved $12,660 business incentive for JmolderProperties LLC (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Animal Advisory Committee

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.

Senior Citizens Board

The Alvin Senior Citizens Board will convene on September 8, 2025, to receive routine reports from the Recreation Superintendent and Senior Center Manager, discuss current senior community issues, and hear public petitions. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (all members approved)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review the proposed Pulte Homes Sorrell Tract development near SH288/FM1462 and consider amendments to the city’s temporary sign regulations. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of Pulte Homes - Sorrell Tract (296-acre) development near SH288/FM1462
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 17½, Signs, regarding temporary signs

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.

• Supported temporary garage‑sale sign amendment (general consensus, no vote tally)
• No action taken on Pulte Homes – Sorrell Tract development proposal

City Council

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.

• Public hearing on proposed tax rate of $0.700635 per $100 valuation
• Consideration of Ordinance 25-W adopting FY26 budget
• Consideration of Ordinance 25-X adopting ad valorem tax rate
• Final plats for Preservation Creek Phase 2 and 3
• Variance request for 600 Old Galveston Road garage

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.

• Approved consent agenda items, including Preservation Creek Phase 2 Section 6 final plat (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved consent agenda items, including Preservation Creek Phase 3 Section 7 final plat (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved consent agenda items, including Preservation Creek Phase 3 Section 8 final plat (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved consent agenda items, including Preservation Creek Phase 3 Section 9 final plat (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved consent agenda items, including Preservation Creek Phase 3 Section 10 final plat (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved consent agenda items, including Preservation Creek Phase 3 Pinnacle Parkway Segment 1 final plat (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved consent agenda items, including Fox Meadow Crossing master preliminary plat (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with AGCM, Inc. for City Hall design management ($153,725) (all members present voting Aye)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will review program participation, tree fund balances, and current projects. The board will discuss park capital improvements and recommend changes to the Athletic Facility Policy.

• Discussion of park capital improvements
• Recommendation of changes to Athletic Facility Policy
• Review of Park Dedication & Tree Fund balances

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.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved changes to the Athletic Facility Policy (4-0)

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

The Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals will meet to review a request for a special use permit. The board will also approve minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting.

• Special use permit request from 4D Signworx, LTD, representing Chipotle for a multi-tenant pylon sign at 1269 FM 1462

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.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (4 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved variance for 4D Signworx pylon sign at 1269 FM 1462 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (5 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

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.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-26 budget, which would raise $1,573,179 (10.2%) more in total property taxes than last year
• Proposed agreement with Randall Scott Architects, Inc. for design and planning of a new City Hall
• Ordinance 25-U to revise residential and commercial water and wastewater fees
• Ordinance 25-V to set residential, commercial, and roll-off container solid waste collection and disposal fees
• Ordinance 25-T to update electioneering and political sign regulations with fines up to $500

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.

• Approved consent agenda (all members Aye)
• Postponed FY 2025‑26 budget adoption to Sep 4, 2025
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Randall Scott Architects, Inc. (all members Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑U water and wastewater fee increase (6 Aye, 1 No)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑T electioneering sign updates (included in consent agenda)
• Approved July 28, 2025 City Council Workshop minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved August 7, 2025 City Council Workshop minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved August 12, 2025 Special City Council minutes (consent agenda)

Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review several final plats for new subdivisions and planned unit developments. The body will also consider a master preliminary plat for Fox Meadow Crossing and a specific building setback variance.

• Variance request for 600 Old Galveston Road to encroach 14 feet into the street side setback for a garage and carport
• Final plat for McClure Estates (40.804 acres subdivided into 2 lots)
• Final plat for Overton Estates (2.9341 acres)
• Final plats for Preservation Creek Phase 2 (Section 6) and Phase 3 (Sections 7, 8, 9, 10, and Pinnacle Parkway Segment 1)
• Master preliminary plat for Fox Meadow Crossing (92.351 acres)

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.

• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for 600 Old Galveston Rd garage (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for McClure Estates (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for Overton Estates (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preservation Creek Phase 2 final plat (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preservation Creek Phase 3 Sections 7‑10 final plats (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preservation Creek Phase 3 Pinnacle Parkway Segment 1 final plat (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Fox Meadow Crossing master preliminary plat (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to discuss the employment contract of the City Manager. This follows a closed executive session regarding the appointment, employment, or evaluation of a public officer or employee.

• Consideration of the City Manager employment contract

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.

• Approved City Manager employment contract with amendments (all members present voting aye)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review the proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, discuss the Fox Meadow Crossing residential development on SH35, and review off-premise sign placement regulations under Chapter 17½ of the Alvin Code of Ordinances.

• Discuss FY 2025-2026 Proposed Annual Budget
• Discuss Fox Meadow Crossing residential development on SH35
• Review off-premise sign placement regulations per Chapter 17½ of Alvin Code of Ordinances

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.

Senior Citizens Board

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.

• Discussion on City-provided round-trip transportation for evening programs
• Update on senior center building, bus, and vehicle
• Reports on upcoming senior programs, classes, and events

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.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled Monday quilting; instituted Crafty Hour 5‑8 p.m.

Library Board

The Alvin Library Board will meet to receive reports from the Brazoria County Library System Director and the Alvin Library Branch Librarian. The meeting includes a presentation by Paul Chavez, the City of Alvin Economic Development Director.

• Presentation by Economic Development Director Paul Chavez
• Report from Brazoria County Library System Director
• Report from Alvin Library Branch Librarian
• Approval of May 1, 2025, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.

• Discussion of the FY 2025-2026 Proposed Annual Budget

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.

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.700635 per $100 of assessed valuation for Tax Year 2025. The body will also review several land plats and ordinances regarding motor vehicle solicitation and extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.700635 per $100 of assessed valuation for Tax Year 2025
• Ordinance 25-Q: New solicitation rules for motor vehicles and permit requirements for charities
• Ordinance 25-R: Authorization for the sale of Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Ordinance 25-S: Release of approximately 22.5 acres of land from Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
• Final plats for Kendall Lakes Section 12 (51.53 acres), Preservation Creek Phase 2 Sections 4 and 5, and Walton Tract Phase 1 (214.43 acres)

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.

• Approved consent agenda (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑Q (solicitation and charitable permit ordinance) as part of consent agenda
• Approved final plat of Kendall Lakes Section 12 (planned unit development)
• Approved final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2 Section 4 (planned unit development)
• Approved final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2 Section 5 (planned unit development)
• Approved final plat of Walton Tract Phase 1 (planned unit development)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑R authorizing $25 million bond issuance (members present voting Aye; Davis, DeKeyzer, Moore voting No)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss revisions to the Athletic Facility Policy and the Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance. The board will also consider tree donations and plantings by Keep Alvin Beautiful. Members will review program participation and current project balances.

• Revision of Athletic Facility Policy
• Tree donation and planting by Keep Alvin Beautiful
• Revision to Article VII, Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance
• Review of Park Dedication and Tree Fund balances

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.

• Postponed approval of minutes to next meeting (motion carried)
• Approved changes to Athletic Facility Policy (motion carried, no opposition)
• Did not accept KAB tree donation; instructed staff to coordinate with KAB (common consent)
• Amended Article VII to provide a fixed credit and will propose amendment to City Council (common consent)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Collective Bargaining

The City of Alvin Collective Bargaining Team and the Alvin Police Officers’ Association (APOA) will meet for a collective bargaining session. The meeting is scheduled for July 30, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

• Collective bargaining session between the City of Alvin and the Alvin Police Officers’ Association (APOA)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.

• Discussion of the FY 2025-2026 Proposed Budget

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.

• Approved budget public hearing date of August 21, 2025

City Council

The City Council will receive the proposed FY2025-2026 annual budget and set a public hearing for August 21. The body will also consider several variance requests, a business incentive, and a new master services agreement for district administration.

• Business incentive request from Joe's Bar-B-Q for $67,595.00
• Proposed FY2025-2026 Annual Budget review
• Master Services Agreement with P3Works, LLC for PID and TIRZ administration
• Final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2, Section 3 (13.14 acres)
• Variance request for a property on FM 1462 regarding public storage lot requirements

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.

City Council

The City Council will receive the proposed FY2026 annual budget and set a public hearing for August 21. The body is also considering various variance requests, a business incentive, and infrastructure agreements.

• Business incentive request from Joe's Bar-B-Q for $67,595.00
• Proposed FY2026 Annual Budget review
• Master Services Agreement with P3Works, LLC for PID and TIRZ services
• Chlorine vendor bid (B-25-09) award to PVS DX Inc.
• Final plat for Preservation Creek Phase 2, Section 3 (13.14 acres)

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.

• Approved consent agenda (all members present voting Aye)
• Approved $67,595 Business Incentive for Joe’s Bar‑B‑Q (all members present voting Aye)
• Acknowledged receipt of FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (all members present voting Aye)

Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review several final and preliminary plats for new subdivisions. These items determine the layout and boundaries of land for future development within the city.

• Final plat of Village Mart at Rosharon (10.2336 acres)
• Final plat of Kendall Lakes Sec 12 (51.53 acres)
• Final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2, Section 4 (18.98 acres)
• Final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2, Section 5 (16.97 acres)
• Master preliminary plat of Walton Tract Phase 1 (214.43 acres)

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.

• Approved minutes of June 17, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended final plat of Village Mart at Rosharon for approval (5-0)
• Recommended final plat of Kendall Lakes Sec 12 for approval to City Council (5-0)
• Recommended final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2 Section 4 for approval to City Council (5-0)
• Recommended final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2 Section 5 for approval to City Council (5-0)
• Recommended master preliminary plat of Walton Tract Phase 1 for approval to City Council (5-0)

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will meet to review reports on senior community programs and center operations. The board will also discuss and recommend a restripe project for a specific parking area.

• Recommendation for restripe project of East End, Hood St side parking area
• Update on senior center building, senior bus, and vehicle
• Review of ongoing and upcoming programs, classes, and events

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.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved east‑end parking design for senior‑center bus (unanimous)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet to review a business incentive application. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss commercial or financial information regarding a business prospect.

• Business Incentive application from Grazia Italian Kitchen Alvin, LLC
• Executive session regarding economic development negotiations with a business prospect

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.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 Business Incentive Application for Grazia Italian Kitchen (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will review program participation and fund balances. The board will discuss recommendations for a skatepark repair station and revisions to the Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance.

• Recommendation for a skateboard repair station at the skatepark
• Revision to Article VII, Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance
• Review of Park Dedication and Tree Fund balances

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.

• Approved skateboard repair station at National Oak Park (unanimous)
• Approved final draft of revised Article VII ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 per dwelling unit amendment to Article VII rules (unanimous)
• Postponed consideration of May 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Collective Bargaining

The City of Alvin Collective Bargaining Team and the Alvin Police Officers’ Association (APOA) will meet for a collective bargaining session. The meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2025.

• Collective bargaining session between City of Alvin and Alvin Police Officers’ Association

City Council

The City Council will consider an agreement with GFT Engineering for design services for flood and drainage improvements at Durant Street and the M-1 Crossing. The project is supported by a $6,000,500 GLO-CDR grant, though a portion of the engineering fees will be funded by the City's Sales Tax Fund.

• Proposed contract with GFT Engineering for $869,875
• Flood and drainage improvements for Durant Street ($708,295 in fees)
• Flood and drainage improvements for M-1 Crossing ($161,580 in fees)
• Use of $128,683 from the City's Sales Tax Fund to cover fees exceeding grant limits
• Utilization of GLO-CDR Grant No. 24-065-151-F010

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.

• Approved agreement with GFT Engineering for design services (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute agreement after legal review
• City to fund $132,683.90 engineering fee overage from Sales Tax Fund

Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will consider a variance request for a storage facility on FM 1462. The body will also review final plats for the Esperanza Subdivision and Preservation Creek Phase 2, Section 3.

• Variance request for property on FM 1462 (BCAD Parcel ID 175199) regarding lot requirements for public storage facilities
• Final plat of Esperanza Subdivision (0.560 acres)
• Final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2, Section 3 (13.14 acres)

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.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended FM 1462 storage variance for City Council (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended final plat of Esperanza Subdivision for City Council (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 2 for City Council (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Animal Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review reports from the shelter manager and animal control officer. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the March 11, 2025, meeting.

• Report from Autumn Miller, Shelter Manager
• Items of community interest from Richard “Keith” Villaloboz, Animal Control Officer

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.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 9, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will meet to receive reports from the Board Chair, Recreation Superintendent, and Senior Center Manager. The meeting includes a presentation by Economic Development Director Paul Chavez.

• Presentation by Paul Chavez, Economic Development Director

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.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous approval by all members present)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to receive presentations on two topics. The session will cover Public Improvement Districts and a proposed residential development.

• Presentation on Public Improvement Districts
• Presentation on Fox Meadow Crossing residential development located on SH35

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.

City Council

The City Council will discuss establishing standards of care for youth recreation programs for children ages 5 to 13. The body is also considering the release of approximately 270 acres of land from the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Ordinance 25-M: Standards of Care for youth recreation programs (ages 5-13)
• Contract with GrantWorks, Inc. for flood and drainage improvements on Durant Street and M-1 Crossing
• Lease amendment with Memorial Hermann Health System for 3,050 sq ft in the Alvin Recreation Center
• Plats for Preservation Creek Phase 1 & 2, Berry Creek (107.10+ acres), and Parkside Trails
• Ordinances 25-N and 25-O to release 90.81 acres and 179.8 acres from extraterritorial jurisdiction

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.

• Approved Ordinance 25‑M establishing Standards of Care for Youth Recreation Programs (unanimous)
• Approved GrantWorks, Inc. contract for grant administration services – $324,027 (unanimous)
• Approved Fourth Amendment to lease with Memorial Hermann Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Preservation Creek Phase 1, Section 2 (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Preservation Creek Phase 2, Boulevard Segment 2 (unanimous)
• Approved master preliminary plat for Berry Creek (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Parkside Trails subdivision (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Jake Starkey (EDAC) and Ashley Davis (Planning Commission) (unanimous)

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

The Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals will review two specific requests regarding city ordinances. The board will consider a special use permit for a sign and a request concerning flood damage prevention standards.

• Special use permit request from 4D Signworx, LTD for a Chipotle pylon sign at 1269 FM 1462
• Request from FMS Surveying, INC for homeowners at 1807 Westview regarding Ordinance No 20-BB finished floor elevation

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.

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2025 meeting (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Denied 4D Signworx special‑use permit for Chipotle sign at 1269 FM 1462 (2 ayes, 1 nay)
• Approved variance for 1807 Westview homeowners under Ordinance 20‑BB (3 ayes, 0 nays)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will review an incentive application for Joe’s Bar-B-Q and discuss the possible creation of a Demolition Grant Program for commercial and retail sites. The body will also consider canceling a 380 Agreement with Schneider Investments.

• Incentive application for Joe’s Bar-B-Q at 1400 Easy Highway 6
• Possible cancelation of 380 Agreement with Schneider Investments at 1741 Highway 35
• Proposed creation of a Demolition Grant Program for retail and commercial sites
• Executive session to discuss commercial or financial information from a business prospect

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.

• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $67,595 incentive for Joe’s Bar‑B‑Q (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of 380 Agreement with Schneider Investments (unanimous)
• Tabled creation of Demolition Grant Program (no action)
• No action taken on executive‑session items
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several final and preliminary plats for new subdivisions. The body will also consider a variance request for a residential carport construction.

• Variance request for a carport at 1823 Meadowview Drive
• Final plat for Viera Estate (2.003 acres)
• Final plat for Elizabeth Ranch (5.11 acres)
• Final plat for M BAR S Ranch (19.98 acres)
• Master preliminary plat for Berry Creek (107.10+ acres)

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.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for 1823 Meadowview Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat Viera Estate (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat Elizabeth Ranch (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat M BAR S Ranch (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat Preservation Creek Phase 1 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat Preservation Creek Phase 2 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of master preliminary plat Berry Creek (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will formally declare the results of the May 3 general election and administer the oath of office to three new council members: Martin Vela (District A), Ashley Davis (District D), and Scott Salter (At Large Position 2). Outgoing members Glenn Starkey and Joel Castro will be recognized. The council will also consider waiving sidewalk requirements for the new Crossroads on the Bypass Shopping Center and increasing registration fees for itinerant merchants.

• Swearing-in of new council members Martin Vela, Ashley Davis, and Scott Salter
• Waiver of sidewalk requirements for Crossroads on the Bypass Shopping Center at 1741 Bypass 35 North
• Increase in registration fees for itinerant merchants (Ordinance 25-L)
• Award of one-year mowing contract for Bypass 35 to Stronghold Vegetation Management
• Recognition of outgoing council members Glenn Starkey and Joel 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.

• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑12 declaring election results (motion carried with all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑06 authorizing council members to volunteer (motion carried with all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑13 honoring Councilmember Glenn Starkey (motion carried with all members present voting Aye)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑14 honoring Councilmember Joel Castro (motion carried with all members present voting Aye)
• Administered oaths of office to Councilmembers Martin Vela, Ashley Davis, and Scott Salter

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will meet on May 12, 2025, for a regular procedural session. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, reports from the board chair, recreation superintendent, and senior center manager, and an open period for public petitions and community interest items.

• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025
• Board Chair Report
• Recreation Superintendent Report
• Senior Center Manager Report
• Public petitions and community interest items

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.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Senior Center will be closed on Memorial Day (reported)
• No other actions were voted on; budget items were presented for next fiscal year

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks Board will discuss and recommend revisions to the Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance. They will also review a recommended standard of care. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Discuss and recommend revision to Article VII, Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance
• Review Recommend Standard of Care
• Public Comment
• Approval of April 1, 2025 minutes

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.

• Approved Recommended Standard of Care (5-0)
• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Tabled revision to Article VII Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance

Library Board

This is a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or proposals listed. The board will approve prior meeting minutes and hear reports from library system and branch staff.

• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2025 board meeting
• System Director’s report on Brazoria County Library operations
• Branch Librarian report on Alvin Library activities

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.

• Approved February 6, 2025 board meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss several service contract renewals and the adoption of the 2024 International Fire Code. The body is also considering a major funding contract for drainage and crossing improvements on Durant Street.

• Contract with Texas General Land Office for $6,000,500 for Durant Street Drainage and M-1 Crossing Improvements
• Ordinance 25-K to adopt the 2024 International Fire Code
• Purchase of 30 Mobile Computer Terminals for the Police Department for $157,831.89
• Renewal agreements for janitorial ($220,340.40), HVAC ($113,256), and lawn services ($265,671 and $68,100)
• Final plat for Preservation Creek Phase 1, Section 1 (29.86 acres, 40 lots)

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.

• Adopted Ordinance 25‑K amending Chapter 9, adopting the 2024 International Fire Code
• Approved Addendum No. 3 with American Janitorial Services for $220,340.40 of janitorial services
• Approved Addendum No. 3 with The Brandt Companies for $113,256 of HVAC preventative‑maintenance services
• Approved Addendum No. 1 with Landscape Professionals of Texas for $265,671 lawn services
• Approved Addendum No. 1 with Landscape Professionals of Texas for $68,100 lawn services on Gordon Street Bridge
• Approved Addendum No. 2 with Horticare Landscape Management for $82,772 landscape maintenance services
• Approved agreement with Facilities Sources for $80,170 foundation repair at 800 Dyche Lane
• Approved contract with Texas General Land Office for $6,000,500 CDBG‑MIT funding for Durant Street Drainage and M‑1 Crossing Improvements

Civil Service Commission

The Alvin Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss scheduling. The agenda contains only routine administrative items with no substantive policy or financial decisions.

• Approval of March 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair positions
• Discussion of future meeting schedules

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.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (3 Ayes)
• Appointed John Burkey as Chair (3 Ayes)
• Appointed Jeff Foley as Vice Chair (3 Ayes)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (3 Ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (3 Ayes)

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

The Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider a special use permit request from 4D Signworx, LTD, representing Chipotle, for a ground sign at 1269 FM 1462. The item involves sign size and height regulations and signs on general rights-of-way. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public petitions.

• Special use permit request by 4D Signworx for Chipotle ground sign at 1269 FM 1462
• Consideration of sign size, height, and placement on a general right-of-way
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2025, meeting
• Public petitions and requests

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.

• Approved minutes of March 10, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Approved special use permit for 4D Signworx ground sign at 1269 FM 1462 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

This meeting is largely procedural. The commission will approve the March 19 meeting minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, address any questions from new members about civil service rules and Chapter 143 of the Local Government Code, and schedule a future meeting.

• Appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair for the commission
• Approval of March 19, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion on scheduling future meetings

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will vote on four final plats for subdivisions, including a 29.86-acre planned unit development. The meeting also includes approving prior minutes and hearing public comments.

• Final plat of Preservation Creek Phase 1, Section 1 – 29.86-acre PUD
• Final plat of Pecan Acres Addition – 0.4765-acre subdivision
• Final plat of Lora Estates – replat of 5.05 acres in South Country
• Final plat of Moffitt Subdivision – 2.12-acre plat

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.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Pecan Acres Addition final plat (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Lora Estates final plat (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Moffitt Subdivision final plat (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended approval of Preservation Creek Phase 1 final plat (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (6 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss public transportation options. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of public transportation options

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.

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board of Alvin, Texas, will meet on April 14, 2025, to consider routine business including approval of minutes, reports from staff, and scheduling the annual board photo. No major policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2025
• Annual Board Photo (new business)
• Reports from Board Chair, Recreation Superintendent, and Senior Center Manager
• Petitions/requests from the public

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.

• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (motion by Shepherd, seconded by Altus, all members approved)

City Council

This is a workshop meeting where the City Council will discuss progress on the FY25 Strategic Plan, a financial overview, capital projects, and preliminary planning for the FY26 budget. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is intended for discussion and information gathering.

• Discussion on FY25 Strategic Plan progress
• Financial overview presentation
• Update on capital projects
• Preliminary 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.

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a $34.9 million contract for lift station expansion, adoption of updated building and electrical codes, and a $1.7 million street project. The consent agenda also includes an interlocal agreement for fire services and resolutions for parade closures. Council will discuss increasing council compensation.

• Award of bid to Reddico Construction for Lift Station 23 Expansion and Elimination of Lift Stations 1, 15, 16, and 43 Project at $34,907,604
• Award of bid to Ballew Construction for 2025 Victory Lane and Clifford Street Asphalt and Drainage Project at $1,696,028.99
• Adoption of 2024 International Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation, Existing Building, and Property Maintenance Codes (Ordinance 25-H)
• Consideration of Ordinance 25-G amending Chapter 21 (Subdivisions) of the Code of Ordinances
• Discussion on increasing City Council compensation (item by Councilmember Garivey)

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.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, meeting cancellation, Fair Housing proclamation) – all members present voted Aye
• Authorized City Manager to send letter to Brazoria County Mosquito Control District for 2025 aerial spraying
• Approved interlocal fire‑protection agreement with Rosharon Volunteer Fire Department (up to $12,000)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑07 to suspend CenterPoint gas rate increase effective April 19, 2025
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑08 for TxDOT agreement to close Gordon Street for Home for the Holidays Parade
• Approved Resolution 25‑R‑09 for TxDOT agreement to close Gordon Street for Frontier Day Parade
• Awarded $34,907,604 lift station expansion and elimination contract to Reddico Construction Company, Inc.
• Awarded $1,696,028.99 Victory Lane and Clifford Street asphalt and drainage contract to Ballew Construction, LLC

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks & Recreation Board will meet to discuss city-owned property for potential park development and consider recommending revisions to the Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance. The board will also hear reports from the chairman and director, and take public comment on agenda items.

• Discussion of city-owned property for potential development of park land
• Discuss and recommend revision to Article VII, Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2025 meeting
• Chairman report and Director report

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.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (no objection)
• Discussed parkland dedication on Adoue St and Lift Station 29 – no action
• Adjourned meeting at 8:02 PM (motion carried)

Civil Service Commission

This meeting is primarily procedural. The Commission will consider approving minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting, administer oaths for new members, and discuss future meeting scheduling. New member orientation and training is also on the agenda. No substantive policy decisions or financial items are listed.

• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• New member orientation and training
• Discussion on scheduling future meetings

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.

• Approved Jan 17, 2024 minutes as amended (3 Ayes)
• Scheduled next meeting for Apr 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (3 Ayes)

Planning Commission

The Alvin Planning Commission will consider a final plat for the Ithaca Highway 6 subdivision, a 4.128-acre single-lot development with right-of-way dedication. Commissioners will also discuss an amendment to Chapter 21 of the city code, which sets minimum requirements for subdivisions and resubdivisions. Routine items include approving prior meeting minutes, administering an oath to a new member, and receiving a staff report.

• Consider final plat for Ithaca Highway 6: 4.128 acres, 1 lot, 1 block, 1 R.O.W. dedication (tract from C.C.F.N. 2005004194, H.T.&B. R.R. survey)
• Consider amendment to Chapter 21 Article III – Minimum Requirements for Subdivision and/or Resubdivision
• Oath of office for newly appointed commission member
• Approve minutes of February 18, 2025 meeting
• Petitions and requests from the public

The Alvin Planning Commission recommended approval of the final plat for Ithaca Highway 6, a 4.128-acre subdivision, and an amendment to Chapter 21 Article III of the City Code of Ordinances. Both motions passed unanimously (6-0). The commission also administered the oath of office to new member Adam Arendell and approved the February 18, 2025 minutes.

• Approved minutes of February 18, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Ithaca Highway 6 final plat, 4.128 acres (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 21 Article III amendment (6-0)

Collective Bargaining

The City of Alvin Collective Bargaining Team and the Alvin Police Officers' Association (APOA) will hold a collective bargaining session on March 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The session is for the purpose of negotiating terms between the parties and related matters.

• Collective bargaining session between City of Alvin and Alvin Police Officers’ Association (APOA)

Animal Advisory Committee

The Alvin Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to approve corrected minutes from September 2024 and regular minutes from December 2024. The shelter manager and animal control officer will provide reports. No major decisions or new items are on the agenda.

• Approve corrected minutes from September 10, 2024, meeting
• Approve minutes from December 10, 2024, meeting
• Report from Autumn Miller, Shelter Manager, Alvin Animal Adoption Center
• Report from Richard “Keith” Villaloboz, Animal Control Officer, Alvin Animal Control

The Alvin Animal Advisory Board approved corrected minutes from September 10, 2024, and minutes from December 10, 2024. The board discussed upcoming fundraisers including Crawfish for Critters (May 31, 2025), Petals for Paws (May 11, 2025), and Woofstock (October 2025), and noted an increase in aggressive dog and cruelty cases. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved corrected minutes from September 10, 2024 (motion by Villaloboz, second by Anderson)
• Approved minutes from December 10, 2024 (motion by Miller, second by Galvin)

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will hold a regular meeting on March 10, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the board chair, recreation superintendent, and senior center manager, as well as an annual board photo. No votes on ordinances, budgets, or contracts are listed.

• Approval of February 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Board Chair Report
• Recreation Superintendent Report
• Senior Center Manager Report
• Annual Board Photo

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

The Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals will meet to conduct hearings regarding dangerous buildings. These hearings are held under Section 108.1.5 of the Property Maintenance Code.

• Dangerous Building Hearing for 1820 Rowan Burton
• Dangerous Building Hearing for 112 S Hill

The Alvin Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals held a regular meeting on March 10, 2025, with four members present. The board approved the December 9, 2024 minutes. For two dangerous building hearings (1820 Rowan Burton and 112 S Hill), the board voted to have city staff contact the owners and invite them to a future meeting to discuss plans, rather than taking immediate action. Staff also reported that the Engineering Department will take over dangerous building case management and that demolition of 416 N Shirley Street is scheduled for March 12-24, 2025.

• Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Deferred action on 1820 Rowan Burton; directed staff to contact owners and invite to future meeting (4-0)
• Deferred action on 112 S Hill; directed staff to contact owners and invite to future meeting (4-0)
• Noted Engineering Department will assume dangerous building case management
• Noted demolition of 416 N Shirley Street scheduled March 12-24, 2025

City Council

The Alvin City Council will vote on a budget amendment to hire an Assistant City Attorney, consider a Chapter 380 economic development agreement for a commercial property, and decide on Brazoria County's request to waive impact fees and sidewalk requirements for a new annex. The consent agenda includes bid awards for concrete repairs ($350,000) and water treatment chemicals, as well as an ordinance on dead/diseased tree removal. An executive session is scheduled for economic development negotiations.

• Bid award for 2025-2026 Concrete Repair Program to TAP Industrial Services Inc. for up to $350,000
• Ordinance 25-E adding regulations for removal of dead/diseased trees and amending the Tree Fund
• Request from Brazoria County to waive $59,483 in impact fees and street/sidewalk requirements for new annex on Victory Lane
• Budget amendment of $55,000 to the General Fund to fund an Assistant City Attorney position
• Chapter 380 Agreement with Schneider Investment Group for commercial property at 1741 Highway 35

The Alvin City Council approved waiving $59,483 in impact fees for the new Brazoria County Annex on Victory Lane, and also waived sidewalk requirements along North Gordon Street and Bypass 35 for that project. The council approved a $55,000 budget amendment to fund a part-time Assistant City Attorney, and approved a Chapter 380 incentive agreement with Schneider Investment Group for property at 1741 Highway 35. A resolution allowing council members to volunteer for certain organizations was removed from the consent agenda and no action was taken.

• Approved waiver of $59,483 impact fees for Brazoria County Annex (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of sidewalk requirements along North Gordon St and Bypass 35 for County Annex (unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 budget amendment for part-time Assistant City Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved Chapter 380 incentive agreement with Schneider Investment Group (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including bid awards for water treatment chemicals and concrete repair (unanimous)
• Took no action on Resolution 25-R-06 authorizing council member volunteer service

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will meet to discuss the addition of a disc golf course. The board will also consider recommending revisions to the Article VII Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance.

• Discussion regarding a Disc Golf Course
• Proposed revisions to Article VII, Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board discussed but took no action on a disc golf course proposal. The board reached consensus on the direction of a revised Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance and appointed two members to draft it. The board also heard updates on the Morgan Park Storage/Restroom building's TCEQ issues and upcoming budget priorities.

• Appointed Members Anderson and Gatlin to draft revised Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance
• No action taken on disc golf course discussion
• Adjourned at 7:58 PM

City Council

The Alvin City Council will consider a $101,185 demolition contract for a dangerous building on Shirley Street, ratify an appointment to the Civil Service Commission, and fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission. The council will also acknowledge the 2024 Racial Profiling Report and a five-year list of park improvement projects from the Parks and Recreation Board.

• $101,185 demolition proposal from Elite Demolition and Abatement, LLC. for 416 N. Shirley Street
• Ratification of Glen Dingley to the Civil Service Commission for a three-year term expiring December 2028
• Appointment to Planning Commission to fill unexpired term of Santos Garza through December 2025
• Acknowledge receipt of 2024 Racial Profiling Report submitted to TCOLE
• Acknowledge receipt of Parks and Recreation Board five-year list of recommended park improvement projects

The City Council approved a $101,185 contract with Elite Demolition and Abatement, LLC to demolish the dangerous building at 416 N. Shirley Street, funded from General Fund reserves with a lien on the property. The council also ratified the appointment of Glen Dingley to the Civil Service Commission, appointed Adam Arendell to the Planning Commission, and approved the consent agenda including the 2024 Racial Profiling Report and the library meeting room policy.

• Approved $101,185 demolition contract for 416 N. Shirley Street (unanimous)
• Ratified Glen Dingley to Civil Service Commission Place 2, term to 2028 (unanimous)
• Appointed Adam Arendell to Planning Commission, unexpired term to Dec 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, racial profiling report, park improvements list, library policy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on final plats for Castillo Landa Acres (5 acres) and two Preservation Creek Phase 2 sites (water plant and wastewater plant). They will also consider an amendment to Chapter 21 of the city code regarding minimum requirements for subdivisions. The meeting includes public comment and board reorganization.

• Final plat for Castillo Landa Acres, a 5.0-acre subdivision
• Final plat for Preservation Creek Phase 2 Water Plant No. 1 (2.265 acres)
• Final plat for Preservation Creek Phase 2 Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 1 (6.175 acres)
• Amendment to Chapter 21 Article III – Minimum Requirements for Subdivision and/or Resubdivision

The Alvin Planning Commission reorganized, electing Abrin Brooks as Chair, Samuel Washington as Vice Chair, and Scott Loy as Secretary, all unanimously. The commission approved the December 17, 2024 meeting minutes and recommended approval of three final plats: Castillo Landa Acres, Preservation Creek Phase 2 Water Plant No. 1, and Preservation Creek Phase 2 Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 1, each by a 6-0 vote. An amendment to subdivision requirements was tabled with no motion, to be revisited in March. The meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Elected Abrin Brooks as Chair, Samuel Washington as Vice Chair, and Scott Loy as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 17, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Castillo Landa Acres final plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Preservation Creek Phase 2 Water Plant No. 1 final plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Preservation Creek Phase 2 Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 1 final plat (6-0)
• Tabled amendment to Chapter 21 Article III subdivision requirements (no motion)

Collective Bargaining

A collective bargaining session between the City of Alvin Collective Bargaining Team and the Alvin Police Officers’ Association (APOA) is scheduled for February 13, 2025. The session will address negotiation of terms and related matters for police officers.

• Collective bargaining session between the City of Alvin and the Alvin Police Officers’ Association

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to organize the board and review the City of Alvin Economic Development Incentive Policy. The agenda includes a report on the International Council of Shopping Centers Tradeshow and an executive session regarding a business prospect.

• Review and updates to the City of Alvin Economic Development Incentive Policy
• International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Tradeshow Report
• Executive session to discuss commercial or financial information from a business prospect

The Alvin Economic Development Advisory Committee voted to expand the qualifying area for the Downtown Development Business Grant to match the Alvin Livable Centers study area, with member Starkey opposed. The committee also voted unanimously to approve a Chapter 380 Agreement with Schneider Investments following executive session. New officers were selected, with Jamie Van Horne as Chairperson and Stacy Ebert as Vice Chair.

• Expanded Downtown Development Business Grant qualifying area to match Alvin Livable Centers study area (opposed by Starkey)
• Approved Chapter 380 Agreement with Schneider Investments (unanimous)
• Selected Jamie Van Horne as Chairperson
• Selected Stacy Ebert as Vice Chair

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will meet to discuss reports from the Board Chair, Recreation Superintendent, and Senior Center Manager. The board is scheduled to recommend the approval of a replacement chair model and design.

• Recommendation for replacement chair model and design

The Alvin Senior Citizens Board approved the purchase of new chairs for the Senior Center, with all present members voting in favor. The board also discussed various operational items, including sidewalk and street striping quotes, a possible purchase of Jodie's, and the retention of the old fire station. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved purchase of new chairs (all present members voted yes)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025, with corrected year (all present members voted yes)

Library Board

The Alvin Library Board will hold its quarterly meeting to discuss and vote on routine matters, including approval of minutes and consideration of an updated Meeting Room Policy. Staff reports from the county library system and branch librarian are also scheduled.

• Review and approve minutes of November 7, 2024, meeting
• Consider approval of updated Meeting Room Policy
• Reports from Brazoria County Library System Director and Alvin Branch Librarian

The Alvin Library Board approved a new Branch Meeting Area Policy in response to an incident at a branch library area not governed by the city. The board also approved the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting with one correction. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports from library staff.

• Approved minutes of November 7, 2024 meeting with one correction (motion carried)
• Approved new Branch Meeting Area Policy (motion carried)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a $71.5 million contract amendment for the Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion and $5.2 million for engineering services for the project. Other items include election contracts for the May 3 general election, a $718,000 engineering agreement for water line improvements, and a utility easement abandonment for the SH 99 road project. The meeting also features presentations on the GFOA budget award and an annual update from EMS and Emergency Management.

• Amendment to construction contract with CSA Construction for Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion, not to exceed $71,464,410.56
• Professional services agreement with Freese and Nichols for construction-phase engineering on the wastewater plant, not to exceed $5,248,800
• Engineering services agreement with LJA Engineering for Water Line Improvements Phase 5, not to exceed $718,000
• Resolution 25-R-03 calling the May 3, 2025 general election and contract with Brazoria County Clerk for election services
• Resolution 25-R-04 releasing a 0.0741-acre utility easement on County Road 171/South Johnson Street for the TxDOT SH 99 project

The City Council approved a consent agenda that included a $71,464,410.56 amendment to the construction contract with CSA Construction, Inc. for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Project, along with a $5,248,800 engineering services agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for the same project. The council also approved a $718,000 engineering design agreement with LJA Engineering for the Water Line Improvements Phase 5 Project, and a resolution calling for the May 3, 2025 General Election. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $71,464,410.56 contract amendment with CSA Construction for WWTP expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $5,248,800 engineering services agreement with Freese and Nichols for WWTP construction (unanimous)
• Approved $718,000 engineering design agreement with LJA Engineering for Water Line Phase 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-R-03 calling May 3, 2025 General Election (unanimous)
• Approved election services contract with Brazoria County ($6,000-$12,000) (unanimous)
• Approved license agreement with Alvin Sunrise Rotary for Music Fest at Briscoe Park (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Planning Commission and Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-R-04 releasing utility easement for SH 99 project (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and recommend revisions to the Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance (Article VII) and review five-year park capital project recommendations. Routine items include approval of past minutes, reports from the chairman and director, and public comment.

• Discuss five-year park capital project recommendations
• Discuss and recommend revision to Article VII, Park Land Dedication and Development Fee Ordinance

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved submitting the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to City Council, with staff corrections based on board discussion. The board also postponed discussion of Park Land Dedication until the March meeting. Minutes from January 11, 2025, and December 3, 2024, were approved unanimously.

• Approved January 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 3, 2024 Action Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved submitting 2025-2029 CIP to City Council with staff corrections (unanimous)
• Postponed Park Land Dedication discussion to March meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Alvin City Council will hold a workshop to discuss two items: a presentation on the MUD 62 development at SH 288 and FM 1462, and a proposed amendment to the city's tree ordinance regarding removal or management of dead or hazardous trees. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Presentation of MUD 62 development at northwest side of SH 288 and FM 1462
• Discussion of amending tree ordinance to address dead or hazardous trees

The City Council heard a presentation from Pulte Homes on the MUD 62 development near SH 288 and FM 1462. Council members expressed opposition to the current plan, citing lot widths below the 50-foot minimum and misalignment with local standards and home costs. No formal vote was taken, but the consensus was not in favor. The Council also directed staff to draft an amendment to the tree ordinance to allow removal of hazardous trees on private property.

• Rejected MUD 62 development as presented (consensus, no formal vote)
• Directed staff to draft tree ordinance amendment for hazardous tree removal

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance adding regulations for accessory dwelling units to the subdivision code, vote on a $31,400 contract for a downtown pedestrian lighting analysis, and designate a four-way stop near Walt Disney Elementary. Consent agenda items include TIRZ board appointments and a budget amendment. An executive session is scheduled for real property deliberation.

• Consider Ordinance 25-B adding Article VIII on Accessory Dwelling Units to Chapter 21 (Subdivisions)
• Approve $31,400 agreement with Kimley Horn for Downtown Pedestrian Lighting Analysis
• Designate intersection of Westpark Dr, Abingdon Rd, and Walt Disney Elementary driveway as four-way stop (Ordinance 25-D)
• Reappoint directors for Reinvestment Zone Number One and Two (Resolutions 25-R-01 and 25-R-02)
• Consider budget amendment for fiscal year 2023-2024 (Ordinance 25-A)

The Alvin City Council approved an ordinance adding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to the city code, amended corridor land use regulations to comply with state law, and designated a four-way stop near a temporary school. A downtown lighting analysis was tabled for future discussion. The consent agenda, including TIRZ board appointments and a budget amendment, was approved as modified.

• Approved Ordinance 25-B adding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to Chapter 21 (4-3, Mayor cast tie-breaking vote)
• Approved Ordinance 25-C amending Chapter 35 corridor land use regulations (5-2, Vela and Vaughn opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 25-D designating Westpark Drive/Abingdon Road intersection as four-way stop (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including TIRZ board appointments and FY 2023-2024 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled Kimley Horn downtown pedestrian lighting analysis agreement ($31,400) for future workshop

Senior Citizens Board

The Senior Citizens Board will hold a mainly procedural meeting to administer the oath of office to new appointees, reorganize the board, review the code of conduct, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. Reports from the board chair, recreation superintendent, and senior center manager are also scheduled.

• Administer oath of office to appointed officials
• Re-organize board
• Review code of conduct for elected and appointed officials
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024
• Reports from board chair, recreation superintendent, and senior center manager

The Alvin Senior Citizens Board held a routine meeting, swore in three members for new terms, and reorganized by electing Burkey as Chair, Shepherd as Vice Chair, and Ansley as Secretary. The board approved the December minutes and discussed various operational updates, including a future vote on new chairs and capital improvement planning, but made no major policy decisions.

• Approved Oath of Office for Members Burkey, Shepherd, and Ansley for new 2-year terms
• Elected Burkey as Chair (all approved)
• Elected Shepherd as Vice Chair (all approved)
• Elected Ansley as Secretary (all approved)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 (all approved)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alvin Parks and Recreation Board will discuss five-year park capital project recommendations and hold an election of officers. The board will also tour city parks and property. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from previous meetings and standard reports.

• Discuss five-year park capital project recommendations
• Election of officers
• Tour of City Parks & Property
• Approval of minutes from Dec 3, 2024, July 2, 2024, and Oct 29, 2024

The Parks & Recreation Board elected Ian McKee as Chair, Caiden Anderson as Vice Chair, and Justin Gatlin as Secretary, all approved unanimously (4-0). The board also discussed future Phase IV Hike and Bike Trail recommendations and toured city parks, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Ian McKee as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Caiden Anderson as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Elected Justin Gatlin as Secretary (4-0)
• Discussed Phase IV Hike and Bike Trail capital project recommendations