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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$5.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$6.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$4.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$4.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$360 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025197 housing units ($35.3M)

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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 13:00

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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider budget amendments and FY2026-27 proposals

The City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to amend the FY2025-26 Adopted Budget. The meeting also includes a work session to discuss proposed budgets for General Government and Public Utilities for FY2026-27.

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City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026 AT 8:30 AM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order REGULAR SESSION 2. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Ordinance No. O-26-012 on Its Second Reading Amending the City of Brenham's FY2025-26 Adopted Budget WORK SESSION 3. FY2026-27 Proposed Budget Discussions: • General Government • Public Utilities ADJOURN Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 - Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 - Real Property, §551.073 - Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 - Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 - Economic Development Negotiation CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council on Monday, July 20, 2026 was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan St., Brenham, TX on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entrance to the City Administration Building. Accessible parking spaces are located adjoining the entrance. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to discuss FY2025-26 budget amendment

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the FY2025-26 adopted budget and discuss zoning text amendments regarding multifamily density and landscaping. The body will also review several contracts for City Hall HVAC work and airport infrastructure projects.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Interim City Manager Megan Mainer 3. Service Recognitions: • Kelvin Raven – Police Department — 30 Years 4. Proclamations • Scotty's House • National Parks and Recreation Month 5. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 6. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 6.a. Approve the Minutes from the June 18, 2026 and the July 2, 2026 Regular City Council Meetings 6.b. Approve Resolution No. R-26-020 Authorizing the Termination of an Interlocal Agreement Between the City of Brenham and Washington County for Sanitation Services at the Citizen's Collection Station 6.c. Approve Resolution No. R-26-021 Authorizing the Submission of a Grant Through the Community Development Partnership Program (CDPP) Offered by the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) for the Purchase of Equipment for the City of Brenham Fire Department WORK SESSION 7. Department Update: Tourism and Communications/PR 8. Discussion and Presentation on Proposed Text Amendments to Appendix A - Zon [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider water infrastructure and pumping station contracts

The City Council will discuss and possibly act upon agreements for water system rehabilitation and improvements. The meeting includes a review of a professional services agreement and a bid award for lift station work.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - Councilmember Leah Cook 3. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 4. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 4.a. Approve the Minutes from the June 4, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting REGULAR SESSION 5. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon a Professional Services Agreement Between the City of Brenham and Strand Associates, Inc. for Engineering Services Related to the Raw Water Intake Pumping Station Rehabilitation (Project No. 63C-25C) and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 6. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon the Award of Bid Related to the Highway 105 Lift Station Improvements (Project No. 66C-20C) and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 7. Administrative/Elected Officials Report Administrative/Elected Officials Reports: Reports from City Officials or City staff regarding items of community interest, including expression of thanks, congratulations or condolences; information regarding holiday schedules; honorary or salutary r [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - Councilmember Steve Soman 3. Service Recognitions: • Vincent Estrada — Gas Department — 10 Years 4. Proclamations • Camp For All 5. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 6. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 6.a. Approve the Minutes from the June 1, 2026 Workshop Meeting WORK SESSION 7. Discussion and Presentation of the Proposed Design and Aesthetics of the US 290 at SH 36 Interchange Project 8. Discussion and Presentation of Second Quarter FY2025-26 Financial Reports 9. Department Update: Development Services REGULAR SESSION 10. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Ordinance No. O-26-011 on Its Second Reading Amending the City of Brenham’s Official Zoning Map of the Code of Ordinances to Change the Zoning District Classification from Local Business Mixed Residential District (B-1) and Mixed Residential District (R-2) to Planned Development District (PD) on Approximately 5.733 Acres of Land Being Described as Tract 32 of the Arrabella Harrington Surve [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmember Albert Wright 3. Service Recognitions: • Tammy Murphy —Library — 10 Years 4. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 5. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 5.a. Approve the Minutes from the May 7, 2026 and the May 21, 2026 Regular City Council Meetings 5.b. Approve the Purchase and Installation of Three (3) HVAC Units for the City of Brenham Animal Shelter through The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract No. 26010401 from Har-Con Mechanical in the Amount of $139,394.83, and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 5.c. Approve a Ground-Space Lease Agreement Between the City of Brenham and Yegua Aviation Properties, LLC for Hangar Space at the Brenham Municipal Airport (3189 Aviation Way) 5.d. Approve a Ground-Space Lease Agreement Between the City of Brenham and James III Investments, LLC for Hangar Space at the Brenham Municipal Airport (2801 Aviation Way) PUBLIC HEARING 6. Public Hearing and Discussion to Consider [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

✓ Decided: Council reviewed utility and general fund 5‑year capital plans

The council heard presentations on the 5‑year capital plans for the city's utility departments and general‑fund departments, as well as an update on finance and accounting staffing and achievements. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

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NOTICE OF A WORKSHOP MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026 AT 8:30 AM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Discussion and Presentation of 5-Year Capital Plans for Utility Departments 3. Department Update: Finance and Accounting Departments 4. Discussion and Presentation of 5-Year Capital Plans for General Fund Departments ADJOURN Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 - Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 - Real Property, §551.073 - Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 - Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 - Economic Development Negotiation CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council on Monday, June 1, 2026 was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan St., Brenham, TX on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entrance to the City Administration Building. Accessible parking spaces are located adjoining the entrance. Auxiliary aids and services are [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Workshop Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Monday, June 1, 2026 beginning at 8:30 AM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: Interim City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas & Utility Services Shawn Bolenbarr, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Finance Director Stacy Hardy, Director of HR & Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Director of Engineering Services Richard O'Malley, Public Works Director Dane Rau, Director of Water & Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Jordan LaBeth, Josh Daniels, Ande Bostain, Jason Lange, Jessica Perez, Debbie Gaffey, Kevin Schmidt, Steven Eilert, Stephen Draehn, and Kim Hodde Citizens/Others Present: David Kirkpatrick Media Present: None 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Discussion and Presentation of 5-Year Capital Plans for Utility Departments Julie Flagg, Chief Financial Officer, presented this item. Flagg provided City Council with a detailed overview of the 5-year Capital Plans for the Ci [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 21, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

Council to add Data Center use to city zoning regulations

The council will consider several consent agenda items, including adding a definition for Data Center uses to the zoning code (Ordinance O-26-008). They will also approve changes to the city water utility rate tariff schedules (Ordinance O-26-009) and a guaranteed pricing agreement with ADP, Inc. In the regular session, council members will discuss a donation from the Fortnightly Club for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library, a proposed ordinance to regulate car washes (Ordinance O-26-010), and a resolution to submit a grant application to the Texas Water Development Board.

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✓ Decided: Council approved ordinance adding car wash regulations to zoning and plumbing code

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a data center definition, a water rate schedule amendment, and a pricing agreement with ADP, Inc. They also accepted a $35,000 donation from the Fortnightly Club for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library. Ordinance No. O-26-010, adding car wash requirements and permitting rules, was approved. Resolution No. R-26-018 authorizing a grant application to the Texas Water Development Board was adopted.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - Councilmember Adonna Saunders 3. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 4. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 4.a. Approve Ordinance No. O-26-008 on Its Second Reading Amending Appendix A — "Zoning" of the Code of Ordinances by Amending Part I, General Provisions, Section 5.02, Definitions, to Add a Definition for Data Center Uses; and Amending Part II, Division 2, District Regulations, Section 7, Specific Uses, to Add Section 7.03(1) Adding the Use of a Data Center to the List of Uses Allowed With Prior Approval of a Specific Use Permit within the Industrial District and to Define Additional Requirements and Restrictions Related to Data Centers Within the City Limits of the City of Brenham 4.b. Approve Ordinance No. O-26-009 on Its Second Reading Amending the Rate Tariff Schedules for City of Brenham Water Utility Services 4.c. Approve a Guaranteed Pricing Agreement Between the City of Brenham and ADP, Inc. Related to Services Currently Provided by ADP, Inc. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, May 21, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: Interim City Manager Megan Mainer, City Attorney Cary Bovey, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Gas and Utility Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Water and Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Scott Houston, Gabriela Trejo, Shauna Laauwe, Tammy Murphy, Steven Loving, David Cella, Christine Simich, Leigh Linden, Kevin Boggus Citizens/Others Present: Phyllis Glasscock, Debbie Schmitz, Barbara Rudolf, Marie Patterson, Kathryn Seefort Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh Blaschke KWHI 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texa [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 7, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

Council to consider code changes for car washes and data centers

The Brenham City Council will approve routine consent items, including minutes and a speed‑limit ordinance for Highway 36 South. A public hearing will address proposed amendments to the city code adding car‑wash regulations and defining data center uses with permit requirements. The council will also discuss several contracts and grant‑application authorizations, such as wrecker services and a playground project.

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✓ Decided: Council approved new ordinances regulating car washes and data centers

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including minutes and grant resolutions. It also approved a first‑reading ordinance adding water‑recycling and permit requirements for car washes, effective July 1 2026. A separate ordinance defining data centers and requiring a specific‑use permit in the Industrial District was likewise approved on first reading. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 AT 2:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby 3. Proclamations • Hermann Furniture 150 Years • Small Business Month • Municipal Clerks Week • National Peace Officers Memorial Week • National Travel and Tourism Week 4. Special Recognition: • Suzanne Callaway, Animal Shelter Volunteer • Sergeant Terrence Johnson- Texas Police Chiefs Association Law Enforcement Command Officer Professional (LECOP) 5. Service Recognition • Jerry Saldivar Jr. – Public Utilities — 5 years 6. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 7. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 7.a. Approve the Minutes from the April 2, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting, the April 8, 2026 Special City Council Meeting, the April 16, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting and the April 27, 2026 Special City Council Meeting 7.b. Approve Ordinance No. O-26-007 on Its Second Reading Establishing New Speed Limits on Highway 36 South from 290 Feeder Road to Brenham City Limits 7.c. Approve Resolution No. R-26-016 Authorizing the S [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, May 7, 2026 beginning at 2:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: Interim City Manager Megan Mainer, City Attorney Luke Cochran, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Water and Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Kyle Branham, Shauna Laauwe, Gabriela Trejo, Lauren Schulze, David Cella Steven Loving, Megan Gray, Karen Stack, Kelvin Raven, Steven Eilert, Christine Simich, Marisol Jones, Bianka Saldivar, Nancy Joiner, Joanne Hynes Citizens/Others Present: Mary Maxwell, Joey Hughes, Brian Klintworth, Greg Arens, Vicki Ignasiak, Justin Margist, Kevin Burnett, Tammy Burnett, Carter Burnett, James [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

City Council to discuss appointment of new City Manager

The Brenham City Council will meet for an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The discussion focuses on the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of a new City Manager.

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✓ Decided: City Council held a special meeting and entered executive session

The council called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. It entered executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation and duties of a new city manager under Texas Government Code §551.074. The council adjourned the executive session at 10:31 AM.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026 AT 9:00 AM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Concerning the Appointment, Employment, Evaluation and Duties of a New City Manager, and Associated Issues ADJOURN Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 - Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 - Real Property, §551.073 - Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 - Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 - Economic Development Negotiation CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council on Monday, April 27, 2026 was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan St., Brenham, TX on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 8:45 a.m. City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entrance to the City Administration Building. Accessible parking spaces are located adjoining the entrance. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon r [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Special Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Monday, April 27, 2026 beginning at 9:00 AM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger and Director of HR & Risk Management Susan Nienstedt Citizens/Others Present: None Media Present: None 1. Call Meeting to Order City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 9:02 a.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Concerning the Appointment, Employment, Evaluation and Duties of a New City Manager, and Associated Issues Executive Session adjourned at 10:31 a.m. ADJOURN Atwood C. Kenjura Mayor Jeana Bellinger, TRMC, CMC City Secretary
Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to discuss budget amendment and new City Manager appointment

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the FY2025-26 adopted budget and award a bid for vegetation management services. The body will also discuss the appointment of members to the Brenham Community Projects Fund Board of Directors. Executive sessions are scheduled to discuss a wholesale power agreement and the employment of a new City Manager.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY2025-26 budget amendment and other actions

The Brenham City Council unanimously approved the minutes from the March 30 special meeting. It awarded a $148,120.02 vegetation management contract to Vegetation Management Services. The council appointed five members to the Brenham Community Projects Fund Board of Directors. It also approved a first‑reading ordinance amending the FY2025-26 adopted budget.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - City Attorney Cary Bovey 3. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 4. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 4.a. Approve the Minutes from the March 30, 2026 Special City Council Meeting WORK SESSION 5. Department Update: Airport and Engineering REGULAR SESSION 6. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon the Award of Bid No. 26-005 Related to Vegetation Management Services and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 7. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon the Appointment of Members to Serve on the Brenham Community Projects Fund Board of Directors and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 8. Discuss and Possibly Act Upon an Ordinance on Its First Reading Amending the City of Brenham's FY2025-26 Adopted Budget 9. Administrative/Elected Officials Report Administrative/Elected Officials Reports: Reports from City Officials or City staff regarding items of community interest, including expression of thanks, congratulations or condolences; in [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, April 16, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: Interim City Manager Megan Mainer, City Attorney Cary Bovey, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Water and Wastewater, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, David Cella, Gabriela Trejo Citizens/Others Present: None Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh Blaschke, KWHI 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - City Attorney Cary Bovey 3. Citizen Comments No citizen comments were heard. CONSENT AGENDA 4. Statutory Consent Agenda 4.a. Approve the Minutes from the March 30, 2026 Special City Council Meeting A motion was made by Councilmember Wright and seconded by Councilmember Saun [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 08:30

City Council

Brenham City Council to interview candidates for City Manager

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 8, 2026, to discuss the evaluation and interviews of candidates for the City Manager position. The meeting includes an executive session authorized by the Texas Government Code to discuss personnel matters.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2026 AT 8:30 AM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2A 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Regarding the Evaluation and Interviews of Candidates for the Position of City Manager, and Associated Matters ADJOURN Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 - Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 - Real Property, §551.073 - Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 - Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 - Economic Development Negotiation CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan St., Brenham, TX on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entrance to the City Administration Building. Accessible parking spaces are located adjoining the entrance. Auxiliary aids and services are avail [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Special Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 beginning at 8:30 AM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller and Director of HR & Risk Management Susan Nienstedt Citizens/Others Present: Darreck Ferrell, Bush School of Government at Texas A&M University Media Present: None 1. Call Meeting to Order City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 8:31 a.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Regarding the Evaluation and Interviews of Candidates for the Position of City Manager, and Associated Matters Executive Session adjourned at 10:44 a.m. ADJOURN Atwood C. Kenjura Mayor Jeana Bellinger, TRMC, CMC City Secretary
Thu Apr 2, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to discuss appointment of an interim City Manager

The City Council will consider the appointment of an interim City Manager following the retirement of the current City Manager. The body will also discuss issuing tax revenue certificates of obligation and establishing new speed limits on Highway 36 South.

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City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - Mayor Atwood Kenjura 3. Proclamations • Fair Housing Month 4. Service Recognitions • Tammy Jaster, Aquatic Center- 20 Years 5. Special Recognition - Donation to City of Brenham Animal Services 6. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 7. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 7.a. Approve the Minutes from the March 19, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting 7.b. Approve the Appointment of Rick Oldenettle to Fill a Vacancy on the Brenham Police Citizen Advisory Board, for an Unexpired Term to End on December 31, 2028, and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 7.c. Approve the Appointment of Whitney Ray to Fill a Vacancy on the Main Street Advisory Board, for an Unexpired Term to End on December 31, 2026, and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 7.d. Approve a Change Order, in the Amount of $5,861.00, to Altec Industries, Inc. Related to the Purchase of a Digger Derrick Truck and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Neces [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, April 2, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Attorney Cary Bovey, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Water and Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Kyle Branham, Shauna Laauwe, David Cella, Kelvin Raven, Kevin Boggus, Morgan Patton, Megan Gray, Karen Stack, Gabriela Trejo, Joanne Hynes, Carrie Derkowski, Stephen Draehn Citizens/Others Present: Carol Collins, Linda Thomas, Steve Sefcik, Ann McCullock, DeWayne Mortenson Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh Blaschke, KWHI 1 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 30, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to discuss City Manager candidates

The City Council will meet in executive session to discuss personnel matters. The discussion focuses on the evaluation and interviews of candidates for the City Manager position.

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City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Regarding the Evaluation and Interviews of Candidates for the Position of City Manager, and Associated Matters ADJOURN Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 - Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 - Real Property, §551.073 - Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 - Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 - Economic Development Negotiation CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council on Monday, March 30, 2026 was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan St., Brenham, TX on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:15 a.m. City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entrance to the City Administration Building. Accessible parking spaces are located adjoining the entrance. Auxiliary aids and services are available u [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Special Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Monday, March 30, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller and Director of HR & Risk Management Susan Nienstedt Citizens/Others Present: Darreck Ferrell, Bush School of Government at Texas A&M University Media Present: None 1. Call Meeting to Order City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 1:02 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Regarding the Evaluation and Interviews of Candidates for the Position of City Manager, and Associated Matters Executive Session adjourned at 5:52 p.m. ADJOURN Atwood C. Kenjura Mayor Jeana Bellinger, TRMC, CMC City Secretary
Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmember Albert Wright 3. Proclamations • Theater In Our Schools Month 4. Service Recognition: • Ron Luhn, Volunteer Firefighter - 30 Years 5. Special Recognition: • City Manager Carolyn Miller's Retirement 6. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 7. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 7.a. Approve the Minutes from the February 19, 2026 and the March 5, 2026, Regular City Council Meetings 7.b. Approve Ordinance No. O-26-003 on Its Second Reading Amending the City of Brenham’s Official Zoning Map of the Code of Ordinances to Change the Zoning from a Local Business/Residential Mixed-Use District (B-1) to a Single-Family Residential Use District (R-1) on Properties Identified as Lots 1A-8, Block 1 and Lots 1-16, Block 2 of the Timber Oaks Subdivision, Section III, and Lots 1-5 of the Timber Oaks Subdivision, Section IV, in Brenham, Washington County, Texas (Case No. REZONE-26-001) 7.c. Approve Ordinance No. O-26-004 on Its Second Reading Providin [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, March 19, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Attorney Cary Bovey, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Director of Engineering Richard O'Malley, Director of Gas and Utility, Director of Water and Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Kyle Branham, Shauna Laauwe, Gabriela Trejo, David Cella, Jared Beckendorf, Kevin Boggus, Lauren Schluze, Carrie Derkowski and Alex Saenez Citizens/Others Present: Johanna Gessner, Julie Hollis and Michelle Kwiatkowski Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 5, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags - Councilmember Paul LaRoche 3. Proclamations • American Red Cross Month 4. Service Recognitions: • Jason Derrick: Police Department, 30 years • Larry Moreno Jr.: Parks Department, 30 years 5. Special Presentations: • Texas Police Chiefs Association's Accreditation of the Brenham Police Department • Chief's Commendation Award 6. Special Recognitions: • Greenlee Abeja: Head Lifeguard II, Recipient of the Texas Public Pool Conference Vera Solis Student Scholarship for $1,000.00 • Tammy Jaster: Aquatic and Recreation, Recipient of Texas Public Pool Conference Cindy Hallaran Distinguished Service Award • Kelsey Toy: Asst. Aquatic Supervisor, Association of Aquatic Professionals Competitor Aquatic Professional of the Month • Aquatic Center: Facility, Aquatics International Best of Aquatic Lifeguard Training (Association of Aquatic Professionals) 7. Citizen Comments WORK SESSION 8. Discussion and Presentation on Amendments to the City of Brenham's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 6 – Buildings and Structures, and Appendix A - Zoning: • Amendments to the Plumbing Code Regarding Car Washes • Definition and Zoning Districts for Data Centers 9. Presentation and Discussion on First Quarter FY2025-26 Financial Re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, March 5, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Attorney Cary Bovey, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Water & Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, David Cella, Kyle Branham, Shauna Laauwe, Gabriela Trejo, Lauren Schulze, Jared Beckendorf, Kyle Branham and Casey Redman , Citizens/Others Present: Scott Robertson, Diane Keaton, Ariel Soltura, Mark Feldhake, John Powell Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh Blaschke, KWHI 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to approve ADU permit, purchase Tahoe, and discuss economic development agreements

The Brenham City Council will consider approving an accessory dwelling unit permit, purchasing a new Chevrolet Tahoe for Animal Services, and discussing economic development agreements and a strategic plan. The meeting also includes a work session on administrative services and an executive session regarding the City Manager's retirement.

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City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmember Leah Cook 3. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 4. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 4.a. Approve the Minutes from the February 5, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting and the February 5, 2026 and February 9, 2026 Special City Council Meetings 4.b. Approve Ordinance No. O-26-002 on Its Second Reading Amending Appendix A – “Zoning” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Brenham Granting a Specific Use Permit to Allow an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) Zoning District on Approximately 0.68 Acres of Land Located at 1307 Hidden Creek Lane, and Further Described as Lot 3A, Block 1, Sycamore Hill Subdivision, in Brenham, Washington County, Texas (SPCUSE-25-0014) 4.c. Approve the Purchase of One (1) Chevrolet Tahoe SSV for the City of Brenham Animal Services from Lake Country Chevrolet, Through The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Contract No. 240901, in the Amount of $58,020.50, and Authorize the Mayor t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, February 19, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: Councilmember Paul LaRoche City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Attorney Cary Bovey, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Jerry Saldivar, Director of Gas and Utility Services, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Richard O'Malley Director of Engineering, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, David Cella, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Kyle Branham, Shauna Laauwe, Gabriela Trejo, Leigh Linden, and Megan Gray Citizens/Others Present: Mark Calcote, Dwayne Gajewski, Rachael Beseda. Tony Grahmann, Lisa Grahmann, Linda Bessmer, and Jamie Rankin Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh Blaschke, KWHI 1. Call M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Concerning the Retirement of the City Manager, Potential Roles/Duties of the Retiring City Manager in Facilitating the Transition to a New City Manager, and the Appointment, Employment, Evaluation and Duties of a New City Manager, and Associated Issues ADJOURN Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 - Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 - Real Property, §551.073 - Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 - Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 - Economic Development Negotiation CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council on Monday, February 9, 2026 was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan St., Brenham, TX on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:50 p.m. City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Special Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Monday, February 9, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: Councilmember Paul LaRoche City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt Citizens/Others Present: None Media Present: None 1. Call Meeting to Order City Council adjourned into Executive Session at 1:01 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters - Discussion Concerning the Retirement of the City Manager, Potential Roles/Duties of the Retiring City Manager in Facilitating the Transition to a New City Manager, and the Appointment, Employment, Evaluation and Duties of a New City Manager, and Associated Issues Executive Session adjourned at 1:58 p.m. ADJOURN Atwood C. Kenjura Mayor Jeana Bellinger, TRMC, CMC City Secretary
Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmember Steve Soman 3. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 4. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 4.a. Approve the Minutes from the January 8, 2026 and January 22, 2026 Regular City Council Meetings 4.b. Approve a Payment of $137,067.11 to Blackmon Mooring for Construction-Related Services Performed at 506 South Austin Street, Brenham, Texas Due to a Building Fire on October 29, 2025 and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 4.c. Approve Resolution No. R-26-004 Authorizing the Submission of Grant Application No. 5806901 to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division for the Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant FY2027 4.d. Approve Resolution No. R-26-005 Authorizing the Submission of Grant Application No. 5795901 to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division for the Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program, FY2027 4.e. Approve a License Agreement Between the City of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, February 5, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: None City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Attorney Cary Bovey, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Water and Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Director of Engineering Richard O'Malley, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Kyle Branham, Shauna Laauwe, Joanne Hynes, Gabriela Trejo, Casey Redman and David Cella Citizens/Others Present: Barbara Archer, Ken Miller Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh Blaschke, KWHI 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmemb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 15:00

City Council

City Council to hold work session on special utility districts

The Brenham City Council will hold a special meeting for a work session. The body will discuss and receive a presentation on Special Utility Districts, including Public Improvement Districts and Municipal Utility Districts.

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Morris Hall at the Barnhill Center, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026 AT 3:00 PM MORRISS HALL AT THE BARNHILL CENTER 106 S. DOUGLAS STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order WORK SESSION 2. Discussion and Presentation on Special Utility Districts, Including Public Improvement Districts and Municipal Utility Districts ADJOURN Executive Sessions: The City Council for the City of Brenham reserves the right to convene into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed, as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to §551.071 - Consultation with Attorney, §551.072 - Real Property, §551.073 - Prospective Gifts, §551.074 - Personnel Matters, §551.076 - Security Devices, §551.086 - Utility Competitive Matters, and §551.087 - Economic Development Negotiation CERTIFICATION I certify that a copy of the agenda of items to be considered by the City of Brenham City Council on Thursday, February 5, 2026 was posted to the City Hall bulletin board at 200 W. Vulcan St., Brenham, TX on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:45 p.m. City Secretary Disability Access Statement: This meeting is wheelchair accessible. The accessible entrance is located at the Vulcan Street entrance to the City Administration Building. Accessible parking spaces are located adjoining the entrance. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request (interpreters for the deaf must be reques [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Special Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, February 5, 2026 beginning at 3:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: Councilmember Adonna Saunders City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Shauna Laauwe, Gabriela Trejo Citizens/Others Present: Citizens: Mary K. Maxwell, Jared Engelke, Strand Associates Brenham Community Development Corporation (BCDC) Board Members:Charles Moser, John Hasskarl, Darrell Blum, Ken Miller, Gary Crocker, Wade Seidel and Jim Kolkhorst Planning and Zoning Commission Members: Keith Behrens, Darren Heine, Deanna Alfred and Calvin Kossie Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, Josh Blaschke, KWHI 1. Call Meeting to Order WORK SESSION 2. Discussion and Presentation on Special Utility Districts, Including Public Improvement Districts and Municipal Utility Districts Stephanie Doland, D [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 22, 2026 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider street sweeper financing and certificates of obligation

The City Council will consider several equipment purchases and financing agreements. The body will also discuss the 'Ice Cream Capital of Texas' branding and the bylaws for the Main Street Advisory Board.

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City Council Chambers, Brenham
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmember Albert Wright 3. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 4. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 4.a. Approve a Software Renewal Between the City of Brenham and CDW Government LLC (CDWG) for Cybersecurity Software in the Amount of $80,129.64 Through Texas Department of Information Resources Contract No. DIR-CPO-5303 and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 4.b. Approve the Purchase of Public Safety Equipment from Feniex Industries on Buyboard Contract No.703-23 in the Amount of $52,828.00 and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation 4.c. Approve an Equipment Financing Proposal with Cadence Equipment Finance, In the Amount of $369,340.00 with a Five-Year Term and an Interest Rate of 5.75%, for the Purchase of a Street Sweeper for the City of Brenham and Authorize the Mayor to Execute Any Necessary Documentation WORK SESSION 5. Presentation and Discussion on the Ice Cream Capital of Texas Logo and Brand Gui [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, January 22, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Leah Cook Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Attorney Cary Bovey, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Director of Engineering Richard O'Malley, Gabriela Trejo, and Christine Simich Citizens/Others Present: Linda Bessmer, John Powell, Stephanie Wehring Media Present: Jason May, Brenham Banner Press, and Josh Blaschke, KWHI 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmember Albert Wright 3. Citizen Comments John Powell addressed the City Council to thank them for what has been done along Old Mill Creek Road to ensure it is safe for residents living in the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 8, 2026 · 13:00

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING THE BRENHAM CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2026 AT 1:00 PM SECOND FLOOR CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 200 W. VULCAN STREET BRENHAM, TEXAS 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Invocation and Pledges to the US and Texas Flags — Councilmember Adonna Saunders 3. Service Recognitions • Sean Church, Maintenance Department — 15 Years • David Drinkard, IT Department — 5 Years • Ryan Swor, Fire Department — 10 Years • Tara Wellmann, Accounting — 10 Years 4. Special Introductions • Scott Robinson, Wastewater Treatment Superintendent • Kyle Moudry, Water Treatment Superintendent 5. Citizen Comments CONSENT AGENDA 6. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that Council may act on with one single vote. A councilmember may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Council discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. 6.a. Approve the Minutes from the December 4, 2025 and December 18, 2025 Regular City Council Meetings 6.b. Approve Ordinance No. O-26-001 on Its Second Reading for the Creation of Reinvestment Zone No. 54 Requested by Brenham Main Street Holdings, LLC for Commercial Tax Phase-In Incentive on that property located at 207/209 Main Street, Brenham, Texas, Being More Fully Described in Exhibit 'A' of the Ordinance Creating Reinvestment Zone No. 54, and Designating This Property as Qualifying for Tax Phase-In and authorize the Mayor [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Brenham City Council Minutes A Regular Meeting of the Brenham City Council was held on Thursday, January 8, 2026 beginning at 1:00 PM in the Brenham City Hall, City Council Chambers, at 200 W. Vulcan Street, Brenham, Texas. Members Present: Mayor Atwood Kenjura Mayor Pro Tem Clint Kolby Councilmember Paul LaRoche Councilmember Adonna Saunders Councilmember Steve Soman Councilmember Albert Wright Members Absent: Councilmember Leah Cook City of Brenham Staff Present: City Manager Carolyn Miller, City Attorney Cary Bovey, Assistant City Manager Megan Mainer, City Secretary/Director of Administrative Services Jeana Bellinger, General Manager of Public Utilities William Bissette, Director of Gas and Utilities Shawn Bolenbarr, Director of Water and Wastewater Jerry Saldivar, Director of Finance Stacy Hardy, Director of Public Works Dane Rau, Chief Financial Officer Julie Flagg, Director of HR and Risk Management Susan Nienstedt, Fire Chief Mark Donovan, Police Chief Gary Boshears, Development Services Director Stephanie Doland, Economic & Community Development Director Teresa Rosales, Kyle Branham, Gabriela Trejo, David Cella, Steven Loving, Lauren Shulze, Nancy Stafford, Kevin Schmidt, Rolando Arroyo, Kavi Chandra, Leigh Linden, Steven Eilert, Joanne Hynes, Stephen Draehn, Cynthia Longhofer, and Andrea Carver Citizens/Others Present: James Whatley, Rebecca Rose, Heath Grogro, Eric Morey, James Corbett, Rory Powers, Melissa Sueneau, Mar [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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