Brenham public meetings in 2022
24 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially act on matters related to the lawsuit Aviators Plus, LLC v. City of Brenham, Texas. The body will also deliberate on the process for the City Manager's annual evaluation.
- Discussion and possible action on Aviators Plus, LLC v. City of Brenham, Texas (Cause No. 37896)
- Authorization for Mayor or City Manager to execute documentation regarding Aviators Plus, LLC
- Discussion of the annual evaluation process for the City Manager
The City Council held a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters. No substantive actions were taken during the regular session.
City Council
The City Council will discuss the lease of approximately 46 acres at the Brenham Municipal Airport and a budget amendment for FY 2021-2022. The body will also consider ordinances regarding fire protection and city offenses.
- Bid No. 23-002 for the lease of approximately 46 acres at the Brenham Municipal Airport
- Ordinance No. O-22-028 to amend the FY 2021-2022 Adopted Budget
- MOU with Washington County for Linda Anderson Park funding reimbursement
- Public hearing on the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) Program State Plan of Operation
- Release of gas pipeline easements for the Brenham Market Square Development property
City Council approved an amendment to the Law Enforcement Support Office program to retain a military vehicle and awarded a 46-acre airport land lease to Jay Schroeder. The Council also approved several board appointments and updated fire alarm fee ordinances.
- Approved amendment to State Plan of Operation for LESO Program (6-0)
- Approved release of gas pipeline easements for Brenham Market Square Development (6-0)
- Awarded 46-acre airport land lease to Jay Schroeder at $38.00 per acre (6-0)
- Approved appointments and re-appointments to various City Boards and Commissions (6-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 17 of Code of Ordinances (6-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 8 regarding false alarm fees (6-0)
- Approved Minutes from December 1, 2022, meeting (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. O-22-028 amending FY 2021-2022 Adopted Budget (6-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning a portion of 1150 Dixie Road from mixed-use to industrial. The body will also discuss budget amendments, municipal court judge appointments, and a lease cancellation for the airport terminal building.
- Public hearing to rezone 3.77 acres at 1150 Dixie Road to Industrial Use District (I)
- Proposed stop signs on Prairie Lea Street at 5th Street
- Amendment to the City of Brenham Electric Rates tariff schedule
- Award of Project No. 2022-06 for Hohlt Park Nature Trail improvements
- Cancellation agreement with Dreamliner Diner Inc. regarding the Airport Terminal Building lease
City Council awarded a contract to Collier Construction for the 'Crossover Nature Trail' and approved a final amendment to the FY2021-22 budget. The council also appointed two municipal court judges and approved the use of felony forfeiture funds for DNA testing. A rezoning request for 1150 Dixie Road was tabled.
- Awarded $291,517.60 Hohlt Park Nature Trail contract to Collier Construction (7-0)
- Approved first reading of FY2021-22 budget amendment (7-0)
- Approved $6,536.00 in felony forfeiture funds for forensic DNA testing (7-0)
- Appointed John Winkelmann as Presiding Judge and Robert Wright as Associate Judge (7-0)
- Approved 5% total salary increase for Municipal Court Judges over two years (7-0)
- Approved lease cancellation agreement with Dreamliner Diner, Inc. for airport terminal (7-0)
- Tabled rezoning of 1150 Dixie Road from B-1 to Industrial (7-0)
- Approved stop signs at Prairie Lea Street and 5th Street (7-0)
City Council
The City Council will discuss updates to Fire Department operations and false alarm fees. Members may act on electric rate tariff amendments, water resale agreements with the Brazos River Authority and Dow Chemical Company, and the acceptance of GLO funding.
- Ordinance to amend the Rate Tarriff Schedule for City of Brenham's Electric Rates
- Resolution No. R-22-041 to accept funding from the Texas General Land Office (GLO) Regional Mitigation Program
- Water Supply Resale Agreement with The Dow Chemical Company
- Ordinance to place stop signs on Prairie Lea Street at the intersection with 5th Street
- Lease agreement with Ricoh USA, Inc. for office automation equipment
City Council approved a grant for road improvements and authorized the sale of surplus water to Dow Chemical Company. The council also approved a new office equipment lease and the installation of stop signs at Prairie Lea Street and 5th Street.
- Approved Resolution No. R-22-041 to accept $1,044,500 GLO grant for Shepard Lane and Lott Lane upgrades (7-0)
- Approved 4-year Ricoh USA, Inc. lease for office equipment totaling $11,916.00 per year (7-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance to place stop signs at Prairie Lea Street and 5th Street (7-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending Electric Rate Tariff Schedule (7-0)
- Approved Temporary Resale Amendment with Brazos River Authority to sell surplus water (7-0)
- Approved Water Supply Resale Agreement to sell surplus water to Dow Chemical Company at $88.00 per acre-foot (7-0)
- Authorized City Manager to negotiate and execute settlement for City of Brenham v. WTG Gas Marketing, Inc. (7-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including bridge rehabilitation and street resurfacing. The body will also discuss the acceptance of multiple public safety grants from the Office of the Governor and a library grant from the Hancher Foundation.
- Acceptance of a $31,000.00 grant from the Hancher Foundation for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library
- Proposed no parking zone along Prairie Lea Street (Ordinance No. O-22-025)
- Bridge replacement or rehabilitation at Hog Branch Creek and Pecan Street
- Final payment to Clark Construction of Texas, Inc. for the 2022 City Street Onyx Resurfacing Project
- Acceptance of public infrastructure improvements in Vintage Farms Subdivision (Townhome Phase and Phase 4)
Council approved several grants for police equipment and a bridge replacement agreement with TxDOT. The body also accepted public infrastructure for two phases of the Vintage Farms subdivision and awarded a park concessions contract.
- Approved $230,869.48 final payment for 2022 City Street Onyx Resurfacing Project (7-0)
- Approved TxDOT funding agreement for bridge at Hog Branch Creek and Pecan Street (7-0)
- Awarded athletic park concessions contract to Pegasus Concessions (7-0)
- Accepted public infrastructure for Vintage Farms Subdivision Townhome Phase (7-0)
- Accepted public infrastructure for Vintage Farms Subdivision Phase 4 (7-0)
- Approved $13,624 grant for SEEKERe MDK Detector (7-0)
- Approved $31,413.64 grant for rifle-resistant body armor (7-0)
- Approved $55,025 grant for ICOR Mini-Caliber Robot (7-0)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session. The discussion focuses on competitive matters regarding the City of Brenham Gas Utility System.
- Executive session regarding gas supply and transportation arrangements and agreements
City Council
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including road improvements and bridge rehabilitation. The body is also considering the purchase of six police vehicles and engineering contracts for water and wastewater projects funded by ARPA.
- Final payment of $20,770.98 to MBC Management for Blue Bell Aquatic Center parking lot
- Award of bid for South Chappell Hill Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway improvements
- Award of bid for Henderson Park Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation Project
- Purchase of six Chevrolet Tahoes for the Police Department
- Proposed no parking zone along Prairie Lea Street
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution regarding the procurement method for aviation fuel at the Brenham Municipal Airport. The meeting also includes executive sessions to discuss legal issues and utility competitive matters.
- Resolution No. R-22-031 regarding competitive sealed proposals for aviation fuel supply at Brenham Municipal Airport
- Legal consultation regarding Lake Somerville Raw Water Lake Intake Structure and FEMA
- Discussion of City of Brenham Gas Utility System supply and transportation agreements
- Legal consultation regarding Aviators Plus, LLC v. City of Brenham, Texas (Cause No. 37896)
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. Members will also discuss levying property taxes for 2022 and the acquisition of real property for sanitary sewer improvements.
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget
- Ordinance O-22-022 amending City of Brenham Gas Rates
- Acceptance of public improvements in Liberty Village Subdivision, Phase 2A
- Change Order No. 1 for Bassco Services, Inc. regarding the Brenham Municipal Airport fuel farm
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. The council will also discuss the property tax rate and amendments to city gas rates.
- Proposed FY2022-23 budget increasing property tax revenue by $1,510,287.00 (19.20%)
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation
- Proposed ordinance to amend the City of Brenham Gas Rates tariff schedule
- Executive session regarding gas supply and transportation agreements
- Executive session regarding Aviators Plus, LLC v. City of Brenham, Texas
City Council
The City Council will vote on updating water and sanitation rate tariffs and granting a franchise for roll-off container services. The body will also discuss infrastructure improvements on Chappell Hill Road and a lease for a 9-1-1 communications facility.
- Ordinance O-22-019 and O-22-020 to amend sanitation and water rate tariffs
- Ordinance O-22-018 to grant a franchise to Skoot-N-Hauler, LLC
- Resolution R-22-028 to accept public infrastructure improvements on Chappell Hill Road
- Lease agreement with Washington County for property at 301 N. Baylor Street
- RAMP Grant Agreement No. M2317BREN with TxDOT for FY 2023
City Council
The City Council will discuss and possibly adopt the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. The proposed budget includes a property tax revenue increase of $1,510,287.00 over the previous year.
- Public hearing on FY2022-23 proposed budget
- Proposed tax rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation
- Proposed property tax revenue increase of $1,510,287.00 (19.20 percent increase)
- Property tax revenue from new property added to the tax roll of $293,274.00
City Council
The City Council will consider the 2022 tax rate and potential updates to water and sanitation rate tariffs. The body will also review street improvement projects and various service contracts.
- Proposed 2022 tax rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation
- Payment of $437,712.00 to Brazos River Authority for raw water supply
- Proposed franchise for Skoot-N-Hauler, LLC to operate roll-off container services
- Resolution for federal funding of the Pecan Street Bridge improvements over Hog Branch
- Proposed amendments to City of Brenham water and sanitation rate tariffs
City Council
The Brenham City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission are holding a joint special workshop meeting. The session is dedicated to the presentation and discussion of impact fees for facilities, infrastructure, and capital improvements.
- Discussion on impact fees for capital improvements, infrastructure, and facilities
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss Fire Department Station No. 2. The discussion includes department staffing, calls for service, and the impact on the proposed FY2023 budget.
- Discussion on Fire Department Station No. 2
- Review of department staffing and calls for service
- Impact of Station No. 2 issues on the FY2023 proposed budget
City Council
The City Council will discuss amending the FY2021-22 adopted budget and a lease extension for a communications facility at 301 N. Baylor Street. The body will also consider second readings for several zoning ordinances and wastewater discharge standards.
- Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 1200 S. Austin Street
- Zoning changes to Local Business/Residential Mixed-Use (B-1) for properties at 1301 S. Market Street, 507 E. Sixth Street, 504 E. Sixth Street, and 506 E. Sixth Street
- Amendment to the FY2021-22 Adopted Budget
- Lease agreement extension with Washington County for 301 N. Baylor Street
- Update to Industrial Wastewater Discharge Standards and Pretreatment
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2022 tax rate and hold public hearings on several zoning changes and wastewater discharge standards. The body will also consider contracts for mail equipment and audit services.
- Proposed tax rate of $0.4940 per $100 valuation for the 2022 tax year
- Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 1200 S. Austin Street
- Zoning changes to B-1 for properties at 1301 S. Market Street, 507 E. Sixth Street, 504 E. Sixth Street, and 506 E. Sixth Street
- Multi-year contract with Pitney Bowes Global Financial Services, LLC for $2,792.79
- Abandonment of the undeveloped portion of Live Oak Street
City Council
The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23. No other formal actions are listed on the agenda.
- FY2022-23 Proposed Budget Overview
City Council
The City Council will consider agreements for water treatment expansion and groundwater studies. The body will also discuss a temporary moratorium on leases for city-owned property at the Brenham Municipal Airport.
- Contract with Lower Colorado River Authority for $15,950.80 for tree trimming
- Professional Services Agreement with Strand Associates Inc. for water source evaluation and treatment plant expansion
- Consulting Services Agreement with R.W. Harden & Associates, Inc. for a groundwater availability study
- Proposed temporary moratorium on leases of city-owned real property at the Brenham Municipal Airport
- Ordinance for the abandonment of the undeveloped portion of Live Oak Street
City Council
The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23. No other specific items are listed for decision or discussion on the agenda.
- FY2022-23 Proposed Budget Discussions
City Council
The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23. No other specific action items are listed on the agenda.
- FY2022-23 Proposed Budget Discussions
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider the sale, exchange, transfer, or acquisition of real property and the allocation of funds within Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 1. The body will also review street resurfacing bids and a speed limit ordinance for Aviation Way.
- Possible sale, exchange, transfer, or acquisition of real property in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 1
- Bid No. 2022-02 and Change Order No. 1 for the 2022 City Street Onyx Resurfacing Project
- Ordinance to regulate traffic speed on Aviation Way at the Brenham Municipal Airport
- Chapter 380 Agreement with Brenham Market Square, LP
- Noise variances for events at Henderson Park on July 16, 22, and 24
City Council
The City Council will discuss the renewal of the group health plan and the adoption of a downtown parklet manual. The body is also considering a zoning change for a property on FM 109 and a contract with the Texas General Land Office for infrastructure projects.
- Zoning change from R-3 to B-2 for 1.00-acre at 151 FM 109 (Case No. P-22-014)
- Adoption of the City of Brenham Downtown Parklet Manual (Resolution No. R-22-020)
- Renewal of Group Health Plan with TML Health Benefits Pool for Oct 1, 2022 - Sept 30, 2023
- Contract No. 22-082-023-D556 with Texas General Land Office for CDBG Mitigation infrastructure projects
- Vocational work contract with Texas Health and Human Services Commission for shredding and litter services
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for a 1.0-acre property. The body will also consider several noise variances for community events and a bid for hot mix asphalt.
- Proposed zoning change from Manufactured Home Residential (R-3) to Commercial, Research and Technology (B-2) at 151 FM 109
- Adoption of a Final Redistricting Plan via Ordinance No. O-22-010
- Bid No. 22-007 for Type 'D' Hot Mix Asphalt
- Discussion on funding and possible acquisition of the Barnhill Center at the Historic Simon Theater
- Noise variances for events including Summer Sip and Art Walk, Hot Nights Cool Tunes, and Juneteenth celebrations