Brenham public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on tax phase-in guidelines for reinvestment zones and discuss opposing a proposed compost facility by Break It Down, LLC. The body will also consider a new fee schedule for Parks and Recreation and several city contracts.

• Resolution No. R-24-028 opposing a compost facility by Break It Down, LLC near West Yegua Creek
• Resolution No. R-24-027 adopting a new fee schedule for the Parks and Recreation Department
• Agreement with DataVox, Inc. for Cisco Collaboration Flex Plan at $13,725.00 per year
• Purchase of six Chevrolet Tahoes for the Police Department
• Utility extension agreement with TxDOT for 4350 TX-36

City Council

The City Council will discuss appointing and setting compensation for a Municipal Court Presiding Judge and Associate Judge. The body will also consider a budget amendment and a contract for police body and fleet cameras. Other items include economic development payments and a city charter presentation.

• Appointment and compensation for Municipal Court Presiding Judge and Associate Judge
• Ordinance No. O-24-031 to amend the FY23-24 Adopted Budget
• Grant payment of $187,885.57 to BK Stringer, Ltd. for economic development
• Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police body worn and in-car fleet cameras
• License agreement with DataVox, Inc. for $13,725.00 per year

The Brenham City Council approved a five-year, $738,610.94 Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body-worn and in-car fleet cameras for the Police Department. The council also appointed Jonas Lacina as Municipal Court Presiding Judge and Robert Wright as Associate Judge, set their salaries, and approved a budget amendment. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Axon camera contract for $738,610.94 over 5 years (7-0)
• Appointed Jonas Lacina as Municipal Court Presiding Judge and Robert Wright as Associate Judge for two-year terms (7-0)
• Set Presiding Judge salary at $30,000/year and Associate Judge at $27,000/year (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-031 amending FY23-24 budget (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, software purchase, grant payment, and license agreement (7-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on budget amendments, water main replacements, and airport projects. The agenda includes a work session on the 2025 election and an executive session regarding a court judge appointment.

• Approve Final Payment of $123,622.90 to Solid Bridge Construction for Carrington Lane Roadway Improvements
• Discuss Rejection of All Bids for Brenham Municipal Airport Terminal HVAC Replacement
• Approve Airport Project Participation Agreement with TxDOT for New Automated Weather Observing System
• Discuss and Possibly Act Upon Amending the FY23-24 Adopted Budget
• Award Bid No. 25-003 for Caustic Soda to Brenntag Southwest in the Amount of $372.50 per Liquid Ton

The Brenham City Council approved a $2,379,611 contract with JTM Construction for water main and sanitary sewer replacements, covering multiple streets and alternates. It also approved a budget amendment on first reading, rejected all bids for the airport HVAC project, and approved a TxDOT cost-share agreement for a new weather system at the airport. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2,379,611 contract to JTM Construction for water/sewer replacements (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending FY23-24 budget (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for RFP 25-001 airport HVAC replacement (7-0)
• Approved TxDOT APPA for new AWOS at airport with $20,000 city cost-share (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including caustic soda bid, final payment, and police equipment purchase (7-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will consider approving a consent agenda including parking zone changes, a water treatment chemical purchase of $51,111.00, and a three-year utility software license for $34,500.00. The council will also discuss multiple grant applications for street and drainage improvements and a project proposal for an electric engineering system study.

• Approve Ordinance No. O-24-029: No Parking Zones on West Fifth Street
• Approve Purchase of Water Treatment Chemicals from Brenntag Southwest Inc. for $51,111.00
• Approve Three-Year License Agreement with Milsoft Utility Solutions for $34,500.00
• Discuss Grant Applications for Street and Drainage Improvements
• Discuss LCRA Project Proposal for Five-Year Electric Engineering System Study

The Brenham City Council approved the consent agenda (items 7.a-7.g) and three resolutions related to Community Development Block Grant funding for street and drainage improvements on Lott and Shepard Lanes. The council also approved a resolution requesting the state legislature designate Brenham as the 'Ice Cream Capital of Texas' and accepted a $28,041 grant for a police drone. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda including ordinances, resolutions, and purchases (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-019 for CDBG grant policies (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-020 designating signatories for CDBG (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-021 to apply for TDA CDBG grant (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-022 requesting 'Ice Cream Capital of Texas' designation (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-023 amending drone grant vendor (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-024 accepting $28,041 LETPA grant (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Vermeer Hydrovac unit for $65,900 (7-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will meet to approve routine consent agenda items, including minutes and a license agreement for a phone paging system. The council will also discuss ordinances for new stop signs and no-parking zones, as well as award bids for wastewater plant and groundwater supply projects.

• Approve license agreement for phone paging system ($3,704.00)
• Discuss stop sign on Muse Street at Harrington Street
• Discuss no parking zones on West Fifth Street
• Award bid for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation
• Award bid for groundwater supply Phase I

The Brenham City Council approved a consent agenda and several first-reading ordinances, including a stop sign on Muse Street and no-parking zones on West Fifth Street. The council awarded a $3,755,500 bid to Stolz Mechanical Contractors for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation and a $1,864,560 bid to Hydro Resources-Mid Continent for groundwater supply work. All votes were unanimous among the five members present, with the mayor and one councilmember absent.

• Approved consent agenda items 4.a-4.d (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for stop sign on Muse Street at Harrington Street (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for no-parking zones on West Fifth Street (5-0)
• Awarded $3,755,500 bid to Stolz Mechanical Contractors for wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation (5-0)
• Awarded $1,864,560 bid to Hydro Resources-Mid Continent for groundwater supply Phase I (5-0)
• Approved $199,607.13 purchase of virtual server host and storage from Weaver Technology (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of two fire trucks and various drainage and flood projects. The meeting includes votes on land annexations along Dixie Road and Old Masonic Road, as well as zoning and subdivision ordinance amendments.

• Annexation of land along Dixie Road and Old Masonic Road (Ordinance No. O-24-025)
• Zoning amendments regarding detached accessory structures and accessory dwelling units
• Three-year license agreement with Brightly Software, Inc. for $21,416.75 per year
• Purchase of two fire trucks through the H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program
• Interfund loan from the Electric Fund to the Drainage Fund for drainage projects

The Brenham City Council approved the purchase of two fire trucks for $3,954,128.01, awarded a $5.42M drainage project bid, and approved several other contracts and resolutions. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved purchase of two Pierce fire trucks for $3,954,128.01 (7-0)
• Awarded Bid No. 2022-03 for drainage/flood projects to Solid Bridge Construction, LLC for $5,422,110.00 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-014 to reimburse fire truck costs (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-015 to reimburse drainage project costs (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-016 for interfund loan from Electric Fund to Drainage Fund up to $1,520,000 (7-0)
• Approved new irrigation pump station at Hohlt Park for $141,536.50 (7-0)
• Approved new shade structure at Blue Bell Aquatic Center for $51,721.90 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including annexation ordinances and software license (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024, and levying property taxes at $0.4584 per $100.00 valuation. The body will also discuss annexing several tracts of land along Dixie Road and Old Masonic Road.

• Proposed property tax rate of $0.4584 per $100.00 valuation
• Zoning change from R-1 to R-2 for 1320 Burleson Street
• Payment of $49,223.23 to Wampole-Miller, Inc. for gas main line pressure testing
• Public hearing on zoning for detached accessory structures and accessory dwelling units
• Proposed annexation of five sections of land along Dixie Road and Old Masonic Road

The Brenham City Council approved the FY2024-25 budget of $107.6 million and levied a property tax rate of $0.4584 per $100 valuation, a 0.63% increase. The council also approved several zoning changes, annexations, and contracts, including a $1.08 million bid for the Industrial Boulevard Pumping Station replacement. All votes were unanimous among the five members present, with two members absent.

• Adopted FY2024-25 budget of $107.6 million (5-0)
• Levied property tax rate of $0.4584 per $100 valuation, a 0.63% increase (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1320 Burleson Street from R-1 to R-2 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending accessory structure and ADU rules (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance allowing alleys in townhome developments (5-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation of Dixie Road and Old Masonic Road rights-of-way (5-0)
• Approved $1,075,900 bid for Industrial Boulevard Pumping Station Replacement to Dudley Construction (5-0)
• Approved $140,780.53 purchase of playground equipment for Jackson Street Park (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the proposed budget and a property tax rate of $0.4584 per $100.00 valuation. The proposed budget would increase total property tax revenue by $959,022 over last year. The body will also consider zoning changes and infrastructure plan amendments.

• Proposed tax rate of $0.4584 per $100.00 valuation for FY2024-25
• Payment of $494,913.00 to Brazos River Authority for raw water supply
• Rezoning of 1320 Burleson Street from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Mixed Residential (R-2)
• Amendment to the 2023 Thoroughfare Plan Map for the South Blue Bell Road extension to State Highway 36 South
• Final payment of $17,413.60 to McDonald Municipal and Industrial for Atlow Booster Pumping Station generator

The Brenham City Council approved the first reading of the FY2024-25 budget ordinance, authorizing $107.6 million in expenditures across 36 funds. Council also ratified a property tax increase of $959,022 (9.42%) over last year, driven by rising property values, while keeping the tax rate unchanged at $0.4584 per $100 valuation. The council additionally approved first readings for rezoning 1320 Burleson Street from R-1 to R-2 and amendments to the Thoroughfare Plan and Comprehensive Plan for the Brenham Family Park area.

• Approved FY2024-25 budget ordinance, first reading, $107.6M expenditures (7-0)
• Ratified property tax increase of $959,022 (9.42%) over prior year (7-0)
• Approved tax rate of $0.4584 per $100 valuation for tax year 2024 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1320 Burleson Street from R-1 to R-2, first reading (7-0)
• Approved Thoroughfare Plan amendment for South Blue Bell Road extension to SH 36, first reading (7-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment adopting Brenham Family Park Small Area Plan, first reading (7-0)
• Approved TML Risk Pool renewal for FY2024-25, $70,774 budget increase (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $494,913 Brazos River Authority payment (7-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the annexation of approximately 6.5 acres of land in Washington County. The council will also consider the purchase of a vehicle for the fire department.

• Public hearing for annexation of approximately 6.5 acres including sections of Dixie Road and Old Masonic Road
• Purchase of one Chevrolet Tahoe for the Fire Department for $52,600.00

The Brenham City Council held a special meeting and approved the purchase of a Chevrolet Tahoe for the fire department. A public hearing was held on a proposed annexation of county roads, but no decision was made on it. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved purchase of one Chevrolet Tahoe for Fire Department from Caldwell Country via BuyBoard Contract No. 724-23 for $52,600 (4-0, 3 absent)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will consider a consent agenda including the purchase of police drones for $32,520, the annexation of approximately 6.5 acres of land, and the adoption of updated building and fire codes. The meeting also includes public hearings on a thoroughfare plan and an accessory dwelling unit.

• Approve $32,520 drone purchase for police department
• Public hearing on annexing 6.5 acres of land
• Public hearing on thoroughfare plan and small area plan
• Adopt updated building and fire codes
• Approve accessory dwelling unit permit at 310 W. Third Street

The Brenham City Council approved the consent agenda, including a specific use permit for an accessory dwelling unit, adoption of updated building codes, purchase of two police drones, and termination of an interlocal agreement with Washington County. The council also approved two tourism advertising agreements totaling $157,150.86. Public hearings were held for a thoroughfare plan amendment and annexation of county roads, but no action was taken on those items.

• Approved consent agenda items 5.a-5.e (7-0)
• Approved specific use permit for ADU at 310 W. Third Street (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 international building codes and 2020 NEC (7-0)
• Approved $32,520 for two police drones from seized funds (7-0)
• Terminated interlocal agreement with Washington County for emergency management (7-0)
• Approved $57,190.86 advertising agreement with AJR Media Group (7-0)
• Approved $99,960 digital advertising agreement with Madden Media (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the proposed tax rate for the 2024 tax year and the adoption of 2021 International building and fire codes. The body will also review a specific use permit for an accessory dwelling unit and the possible annexation of two roads.

• Proposed 2024 tax rates, including No-New Revenue and Voter-Approval rates
• Specific Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 310 W. Third Street
• Adoption of 2021 International Building, Fire, and other related codes
• Amendment to the Sanitary Sewer System Rate Tariff Schedule
• Benefit agreements with United Healthcare, Surency, and Alliance Work Partners

The Brenham City Council voted to place a proposed property tax rate of $0.4584 per $100 valuation on the agendas for the September 5 and September 19, 2024 meetings. The council also approved a Specific Use Permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 310 W. Third Street, subject to replatting for a conforming setback, and adopted first readings of ordinances updating building codes and approving employee benefit agreements. All votes were unanimous among the six members present, with Councilmember LaRoche absent.

• Approved consent agenda including audit engagement letter with Seidel Schroeder (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for ADU at 310 W. Third Street, first reading (6-0)
• Set proposed tax rate of $0.4584 per $100 valuation for September meetings (6-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance adopting 2021 International Building Codes and 2020 NEC (6-0)
• Approved employee benefit agreements with United Healthcare, Surency, and Alliance Work Partners (6-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council canceled its scheduled workshop meeting on July 23, 2024, which was to include discussions on the FY2024-25 Proposed Budget.

• FY2024-25 Proposed Budget Discussions (canceled)
• Executive session authorized for attorney consultation, real property, and personnel matters

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY2024-25 budget. The body may also act on a media marketing agreement with Geiger and Associates Public Relations for Visit Brenham. Executive sessions are scheduled for legal consultations.

• Media Marketing Agreement with Geiger and Associates Public Relations for Visit Brenham
• FY2024-25 Proposed Budget discussions
• Petition from Roger D. Chambers to release 24.391 acres from the City's Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ)
• Texas Attorney General Open Records Ruling OR2024-024526

The Brenham City Council approved a media marketing agreement with Geiger and Associates Public Relations for Visit Brenham, funded by HOT revenues up to $40,000, and authorized the mayor to sign documents. The vote was 6-0, with Councilmember Wright absent. The council also held a work session to discuss the FY2024-25 proposed budget, covering general fund, utility funds, and capital projects, but took no formal action on the budget.

• Approved media marketing agreement with Geiger & Associates for Visit Brenham, not to exceed $40,000 (6-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute necessary documentation for the marketing agreement
• Held work session on FY2024-25 proposed budget; no action taken

City Council

The council will consider a lease agreement for property at 301 N. Baylor Street and an increase in fire department expenditures to add three firefighters. The agenda also includes discussions regarding updated building codes and potential property tax exemptions for child care facilities.

• Permit for a car service station/convenience store at 804 E Blue Bell Road
• Adoption of the revised 2024 Drought Contingency and Water Conservation Plan
• Final payment of $22,281.50 to Clark Construction for street resurfacing
• Lease agreement with Washington County for property at 301 N. Baylor Street
• Increase in Fire Department expenditures to add three firefighters

City Council approved up to $80,000 in additional FY24 funds to hire three firefighters ahead of the next fiscal year. The Council also approved a lease agreement with Washington County for the 9-1-1 Communication building and updated the city's drought and water conservation plans.

• Approved budget increase up to $80,000 for three new firefighters (6-0)
• Approved lease of 301 N. Baylor Street to Washington County through Dec 31, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-016 for car service station at 804 E Blue Bell Road (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-017 adopting revised 2024 Drought Contingency and Water Conservation Plans (6-0)
• Approved $22,281.50 final payment to Clark Construction of Texas Inc (6-0)
• Recommended no action on property tax exemptions for qualifying childcare facilities
• Agreed to amend zoning and subdivision codes regarding ADUs, accessory structures, and alleys

City Council

The City Council will consider a permit for a convenience store with gas pumps at 804 E Blue Bell Road. The meeting also includes discussions on updating drought and water conservation plans. Additionally, council members will review water resale agreements and airport terminal upgrades.

• Public hearing for a convenience store with gas pumps at 804 E Blue Bell Road
• $125,750.00 final payment to Techline Construction, LLC for MLK Parkway pole upgrades
• Adoption of revised 2024 drought contingency and water conservation plans
• Water resale agreements with Brazos River Authority and The Dow Chemical Company
• HVAC replacement contract for the Brenham Municipal Airport Terminal Building

City Council approved a specific use permit for a gas station and convenience store at 804 E Blue Bell Road. The council also authorized the resale of 387 acre-feet of water to The Dow Chemical Company and updated the city's drought and water conservation plans.

• Approved specific use permit for Zippy J’s gas station at 804 E Blue Bell Road with a 6-foot screening fence (7-0)
• Approved revised 2024 Drought Contingency Plan and Water Conservation Plan on first reading (7-0)
• Approved water resale amendment with Brazos River Authority (7-0)
• Approved agreement to sell 387 acre-feet of water to The Dow Chemical Company for $36,184.50 (7-0)
• Awarded $75,980 HVAC replacement contract for Municipal Airport Terminal to Round Top HVAC (7-0)
• Approved $125,750 final payment to Techline Construction, LLC for MLK Parkway circuit upgrades (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-014 amending impact fees on second reading (7-0)
• Repealed Ordinance O-24-010 regarding Waste Falcon, LLC franchise on second reading (7-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will discuss a first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 28 impact fees, which set development charges for new construction and subdivisions. Members may also approve additional funding for a fire truck and finalize payments for recent sewer and park projects. Finally, the council is reviewing engineering contracts with Strand Associates Inc. to fund Highway 105 lift station repairs and upcoming water main replacements.

• First reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 28 impact fees
• Final payment of $56,610.04 to Dudley Construction LLC for sanitary sewer improvements at Stone Hollow and Industrial Boulevard
• Change order and final payment of $53,323.50 to TGS Sports LLC for Hohlt Park synthetic turf improvements
• Professional services agreements with Strand Associates Inc. for Highway 105 lift station and FY 2024 water/sewer replacement projects
• Allocation of additional funds for a fire truck purchase from Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC

The Brenham City Council approved an ordinance on first reading establishing an impact fee policy to clarify administration of development fees. The council also allocated $26,000 in additional bond interest funds to purchase a fire truck while retaining an older engine as a reserve, approved the purchase of a service truck for the gas department, and entered into engineering agreements with Strand Associates for lift station and water/sewer replacement projects.

• Approved impact fee policy ordinance on first reading (4-0)
• Allocated $26,000 additional funds for fire truck purchase from Siddons Martin Emergency Group (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Chevrolet Silverado 2500 for Gas Department from Lake Country Chevrolet for $65,501.25 (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Strand Associates for CDBG project (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Strand Associates for Highway 105 Lift Station improvements for up to $345,000 (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Strand Associates for FY 2024 water main and sanitary sewer replacements for up to $270,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including airport lease, grant resolutions, and final project payments (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the purchase of a Freightliner Slinger Truck for the Wastewater Treatment Department. Council also approved a five-year financing note from the Bank of Brenham to fund the purchase.

• Approved purchase of one Freightliner Slinger Truck from Lone Star Freightliner Group, LLC for $262,767.00 (7-0)
• Approved equipment financing proposal from Bank of Brenham for a five-year note at 6.875% interest for $262,767.00 (7-0)

City Council

City Council directed staff to draft propositions for three-year term limits and increased monthly salaries for the Mayor and Councilmembers. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and $50,000 in funding for a Smithsonian traveling exhibit.

• Approved $158,096.90 mowing and maintenance contract with Gene's Services (6-0)
• Approved $50,000 from HOT fund reserves for Smithsonian's Museum on Main Street exhibit (6-0)
• Approved $70,000 engineering agreement with Strand Associates for Industrial Blvd Pumping Station (6-0)
• Approved $44,813.00 gas main line pressure test contract with Miller Bros (6-0)
• Approved $22,600 engineering agreement with Strand Associates for SWTP Chlorine Room upgrades (5-0)
• Approved temporary road closures for 'Hot Nights, Cool Tunes' concert series (6-0)
• Approved Municipal Maintenance Agreement with TxDOT (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Kenjura, Mayor Pro Tem Kolby, and Councilmember Saunders to BCPF Board (6-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council is meeting to consider several routine and policy items, including repealing a delinquent tax collection contract, entering a new interlocal tax assessment agreement with the school district, and granting two roll-off container service franchises. The agenda also includes recognitions, proclamations, and an executive session on airport matters.

• Resolution R-24-006 to repeal contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP for delinquent property tax collection
• Interlocal agreement with Brenham ISD for property tax assessment and collection
• First reading of ordinance granting non-exclusive franchise to Vacha Waste Management Services LLC (Texas Ranch Rolloffs)
• First reading of ordinance granting non-exclusive franchise to Purple Rentals
• Proclamation for National Peace Officers Memorial Week

The City Council approved a new interlocal agreement with the Brenham Independent School District for property tax assessment and collection. Council also voted to terminate a long-standing contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP for delinquent tax collection.

• Approved minutes from April 18, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Approved first reading of franchise for Vacha Waste Management Services, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R-24-006 to repeal contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP (7-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Brenham Independent School District for property tax assessment and collection (7-0)

City Council

City Council approved the sale of approximately 0.0143 acres of land to TXDOT for the US Highway 290 Cloverleaf Project. The council also passed several ordinances regarding waste services, water supply protection, and a specific use permit for an accessory dwelling unit.

• Approved sale of ~0.0143 acres to TXDOT for US Highway 290 Cloverleaf Project (6-0)
• Approved franchise for Waste Falcon, LLC to operate roll-off container services (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-011 regarding sanitation and pollution control near public water supply wells (6-0)
• Approved specific use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 503 Walnut Hill Drive (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 LCRA grant for two electronic message board signs (6-0)
• Approved -$3,504.25 change order for Stone Hollow Lift Station Replacement (6-0)
• Approved $11,242.59 final payment for drainage improvements on Progress and Valley Drive (6-0)
• Approved April 4, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will approve non-exclusive franchises for Waste Solutions USA and Waste Falcon to operate roll-off container services. A public hearing is scheduled to consider a specific use permit allowing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on R-1 zoned property at 503 Walnut Hill Drive. The council will also begin the process of amending utility codes regarding pollution control near public water supply wells.

• Approve Ordinance No. O-24-009 granting a non-exclusive franchise to Waste Solutions USA, LLC for roll-off container service
• Approve first reading of ordinance granting a non-exclusive franchise to Waste Falcon, LLC for roll-off container service
• Public hearing on specific use permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at 503 Walnut Hill Drive (Case P-24-004)
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 26, Utilities, to establish rules for sanitation and pollution control near public water supply wells
• Appoint Scott Robertson as Airport Liaison for the Brenham Municipal Airport for a two-year term

City Council approved new sanitation and pollution control regulations for areas near public water supply wells to meet state requirements. The council also granted roll-off container service franchises to two companies and approved a specific use permit for an accessory dwelling unit.

• Approved Ordinance O-24-009 (second reading) granting a non-exclusive franchise to Waste Solutions USA, LLC (7-0)
• Approved ordinance (first reading) granting a non-exclusive franchise to Waste Falcon, LLC (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Kristine Rockey, Jeana Bellinger, Megan Gray, Carol Doersom, Sharon Guelker, Erin Christian, and Lori Sladek to the Animal Services Advisory Board (7-0)
• Approved specific use permit for a 660 sq.ft. accessory dwelling unit at 503 Walnut Hill Drive (7-0)
• Approved ordinance (first reading) establishing sanitation and pollution control rules within 155 feet of public water supply wells (7-0)
• No action taken on the appointment of Scott Robertson as Airport Liaison

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially act on roadway improvements for Carrington Lane and a customer services contract for tree trimming. The meeting includes second readings for water service rate tariffs, a budget amendment, and a zoning change for a 28.09-acre site.

• Zoning change from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Planned Development District (PDD) at W. Jefferson Street and N. Saeger Street
• Bid No. CDV21-325 for Carrington Lane roadway and drainage improvements
• Ordinance No. 0-24-005 amending Rate Tariff Schedules for City of Brenham Water Services
• Ordinance No. O-24-006 amending the FY23-24 Adopted Budget
• Franchise agreements for roll-off container services with Chunk My Junk, LLC and Waste Solutions USA, LLC

The Brenham City Council unanimously approved a $567,979 contract for Carrington Lane roadway and drainage improvements and a $148,659.84 contract for tree trimming services. The council also approved zoning changes for a 28-acre parcel, amended water rates and the budget, and granted new franchises for dumpster services. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $567,979 bid for Carrington Lane roadway and drainage improvements (7-0)
• Approved $148,659.84 contract with LCRA/McCoy Tree Surgery for tree trimming (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 28.09 acres from R-1 to Planned Development District (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. O-24-005 amending water service rate tariffs (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. O-24-006 amending FY23-24 budget (7-0)
• Approved franchise for Chunk My Junk, LLC for roll-off containers (7-0)
• Approved first reading of franchise for Waste Solutions USA, LLC for roll-off containers (7-0)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2023 audit from Seidel Schroeder (7-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like contracts and appointments, followed by a regular session with several first-reading ordinances, including a zoning change, water rate tariff amendments, and a budget amendment. The council will also discuss financial reports and a tax phase-in committee, and hold executive sessions on legal matters.

• Ordinance O-24-004 authorizing $28 million in combination tax revenue certificates of obligation
• Zoning change from R-1 to PDD on 28.09 acres at W. Jefferson St. and N. Saeger St.
• First reading to amend water rate tariff schedules
• LCRA contracts: $148,659.84 for tree trimming and $95,219.54 for substation maintenance
• Repeal and grant of roll-off container franchises (GSS and Drop and Go Dumpsters)

City Council approved the issuance of Certificates of Obligation for water and wastewater infrastructure and awarded an $821,000 sanitary sewer extension contract. The council also approved a first reading for water rate increases and a zoning change for a new home subdivision.

• Approved issuance of Certificates of Obligation up to $11M for water and sewer systems (6-0)
• Awarded $821,000 sanitary sewer extension contract to Texas KB Utilities, LLC (6-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to increase water service rates (6-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning change from R-1 to PDD for 28.09 acres at W. Jefferson and N. Saeger (6-0)
• Approved $67,667.41 agreement with Aqua Metric for a second metering base station (6-0)
• Approved first reading of non-exclusive franchise for Drop and Go Dumpsters (6-0)
• Rejected repeal of General Site Services dumpster franchise (6-0)
• Approved $65,900 budget amendment for a jet excavator (6-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council is holding a special meeting with a work session on the City Charter and a regular session to consider Ordinance No. O-24-003 on second reading, which would adopt Chapter 28, Impact Fees. The council will also hear citizen comments and reports from officials.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. O-24-003 adopting Chapter 28, Impact Fees
• Discussion and presentation on the City of Brenham Charter
• Citizen comments
• Administrative/Elected Officials Reports

City Council approved Ordinance No. O-24-003 on its second reading, establishing impact fees for water and wastewater. The council decided not to adopt an impact fee for roadways based on a recent study.

• Approved Ordinance No. O-24-003 adopting Chapter 28, Impact Fees (6-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a work session on a water rate study and a regular session with several action items, including purchases of police vehicles and chemicals, a bid rejection, and a first reading of an impact fee ordinance. The agenda also includes consent items and executive sessions for legal and personnel matters.

• Purchase of one Vermeer Hydro-Vac Unit for $65,900.00
• Purchase of two Ford F-150 responder trucks for police
• Purchase of four Dodge Durangos for police
• Bid No. 24-002 for chlorine and sulfur dioxide chemicals
• First reading of ordinance adopting Chapter 28, Impact Fees

City Council approved an ordinance on first reading to adopt impact fees for water and wastewater. The council also authorized several vehicle purchases for the police department and a fleet unit, and awarded a chemical bid for water treatment.

• Approved Ordinance on first reading adopting Chapter 28, Impact Fees (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two Ford F-150 Responder trucks for $107,922.50 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of four Dodge Durangos for $203,415.00 (7-0)
• Awarded Bid No. 24-002 for Chlorine ($2,208/ton) and Sulfur Dioxide ($2,008/ton) to PVS DX, Inc. (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for RFP No. 23-010 (Jackson Street Substation Underground Feeder Exit Relocation) (7-0)
• Approved purchase of one Vermeer Hydro-Vac Unit for $65,900.00 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from January 29, 2024, Special Council Meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of impact fees for water, wastewater, and roadways. The body is also considering zoning amendments for a planned development and a food truck park.

• Public hearing on proposed ordinance imposing impact fees for water, wastewater, and roadways
• Proposed zoning change from R-1 to Planned Development District for 28.09 acres at W. Jefferson Street and N. Saeger Street
• Possible action on a specific use permit for a food truck park at N. Park Street and Brookside Drive
• Grant application for $25,000.00 for two electronic message boards for the Street Department
• Discussion on project changes for Hogg Branch Creek flood and drainage improvements

City Council approved a specific use permit for a food truck park and voted to remove the Hogg Branch Creek drainage project from a state grant contract. A rezoning request for a single-family subdivision was tabled, and a public hearing was held regarding proposed impact fees.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for a food truck park at N. Park Street and Brookside Drive (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved deletion of Hogg Branch Creek Flood and Drainage project from Texas General Land Office contract (6-0)
• Tabled rezoning of 28.09 acres at W. Jefferson Street and N. Saeger Street to Planned Development District until March 7, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved January 18, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved grant applications for a DJI Matrice 350 RTK drone, rifle-resistant body armor, ballistic shields, and body-worn cameras (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 LCRA grant application for two electronic message boards (6-0)

City Council

The City Council met in executive session to discuss personnel matters. No public actions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

City Council

The Brenham City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a specific use permit for a food truck park in a B-1 zoning district, and also discuss a change order for the airport fuel farm project. The agenda includes routine consent items, service recognitions, and executive sessions on cybersecurity, litigation, and city manager transition.

• Specific Use Permit for food truck park at N. Park Street and Brookside Drive (2.6051 acres)
• Change Order No. 3 to Bassco Services agreement for airport fuel farm
• Approval of minutes from Dec 21, 2023 and Jan 4, 2024 meetings
• Service recognitions for 5 to 35 years of service
• Proclamation for First Christian Church 125th anniversary

City Council granted a Specific Use Permit for a food truck park at N. Park Street and Brookside Drive. The Council also approved a change order for the municipal airport fuel farm and a contract for IT software.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for a food truck park at N. Park Street and Brookside Drive (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $13,494 change order for Bassco Services, Inc. regarding the municipal airport fuel farm (7-0)
• Approved $73,289.13 agreement with CDWG for IT software (7-0)
• Approved minutes from December 21, 2023, and January 4, 2024 meetings (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several service agreements, including street resurfacing and park improvements. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss the retirement and replacement of the City Manager.

• Repeal of Ordinance No. O-22-018 regarding Skoot-N-Hauler roll-off container service
• Resolution No. R-24-001 regarding the issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024
• Professional services agreement with Burditt Consultants, LLC for Jackson Street Park improvements
• Bid No. 2023-04 for the 2023 City Street Onyx Resurfacing Project
• Interlocal Agreement with Washington County for Emergency Management Coordinator Services

City Council approved the intent to issue certificates of obligation for water system improvements and awarded several infrastructure and equipment contracts. The council also established an interim emergency management agreement with Washington County and confirmed multiple board appointments.

• Approved notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation up to $11M for water/wastewater projects (4-0)
• Approved $132,607 agreement with Burditt Consultants, LLC for Jackson Street Park improvements (4-0)
• Awarded $222,815 street resurfacing contract to Clark Construction of Texas, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $53,797.20 purchase of one Yale Lift Truck from Briggs Equipment (4-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Washington County for interim Emergency Management Coordinator services (4-0)
• Approved appointments and re-appointments to various City Boards and Commissions (4-0)
• Repealed Ordinance No. O-22-018 regarding Skoot-N-Hauler roll-off container franchise (4-0)