Brenham public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Brenham City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a commercial tax phase-in incentive for a property on Main Street. The body will also consider a grant payment to BK Stringer, Ltd. and software purchases for fire stations and the 9-1-1 center.

• Grant payment of $281,285.30 to BK Stringer, Ltd.
• Public hearing for Reinvestment Zone Number 54 at 207/209 Main Street
• Adoption of the Downtown Life Safety Grant Program
• Change orders for Quiddity Engineering LLC regarding Brenham Family Park
• Purchase of station alerting software for Fire Stations No. 1, No. 2, and Washington County 9-1-1 Center

City Council

The council approved the consent agenda items (5.a‑5.g) with a unanimous vote. It also approved the purchase of two Chevrolet Silverado trucks for the Parks Department at a cost of $85,614. Additionally, the council accepted the public infrastructure improvements for Vintage Farms Phase 7 subdivision.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.a‑5.g (unanimous yes votes)
• Approved purchase of two Chevrolet Silverado trucks for Parks Dept, $85,614 (yes: Kenjura, Cook, Saunders, Soman, Wright; no: none)
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑037 accepting Vintage Farms Phase 7 infrastructure improvements (yes: Kenjura, Cook, LaRoche, Saunders, Soman, Wright; no: none)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will consider approving the purchase of a pickup truck for the street department and life safety equipment for the fire department. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance amending the FY2024-25 budget and the adoption of a hazard mitigation plan.

• Approve purchase of 1 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Pickup Truck for $62,249.00
• Approve purchase of Life Safety Equipment for $94,560.64
• First reading of ordinance amending the FY2024-25 Adopted Budget
• Adopt the 2024-2029 Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan

The council approved the purchase of a Chevrolet Silverado pickup for $62,249 and life‑safety equipment for $94,560.64. It adopted an ordinance moving $1,500,000 from the General Fund to the Capital/Non‑Routine Fund. The council also adopted the 2024‑2029 Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan for the city. All three actions passed unanimously.

• Approved purchase of Chevrolet Silverado 3500 truck for $62,249 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of life safety equipment for $94,560.64 (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment transferring $1,500,000 to Capital/Non‑Routine Fund (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-25-034 adopting Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will consider approving a roof repair contract, a street compactor purchase, and a multi-year software subscription. The body will also discuss a life safety grant program for downtown property owners and tourism interlocal agreements.

• Approve $80,080.00 roof repair contract for Barnhill Center
• Approve $142,965.00 purchase of 2025 street compactor
• Approve $11,776.44 network monitoring software subscription
• Discuss Downtown Life Safety Grant Program for property owners
• Discuss Interlocal Agreement with Washington County for tourism

The council approved the full consent agenda, covering minutes, the 2026 holiday calendar, several service and purchase agreements, and a software subscription. It adopted revised bylaws for the Tourism Advisory Board, approved a new interlocal tourism agreement with Washington County, affirmed compliance with the ADA, and authorized a $49,980 pavement data collection contract. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote and no opposition.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 7.a‑7.h (including contracts, purchases and holiday calendar) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-032 adopting revised Tourism Advisory Board bylaws (7‑0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Washington County to promote tourism (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-033 affirming City compliance with ADA Title II and Section 504 (7‑0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with IMS Infrastructure Management Services for pavement data collection, up to $49,980 (7‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several equipment purchases and infrastructure projects, including water treatment plant rehabilitation and sewer improvements. The body will also review changes to sanitary sewer rate tariffs and no-parking zones on S. Market St.

• Purchase of seven Chevrolet Tahoes for Police Department for $407,891.75
• Ordinance O-25-019 amending sanitary sewer services rate tariff schedules
• Bid award for Surface Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation and Expansion (Project No. 63C-21C)
• Grant payment of $60,000.00 to Washington County Healthy Living Association
• Ordinance O-25-018 establishing no-parking zones along S. Market St.

The Brenham City Council approved the full consent agenda, which included a new no‑parking ordinance, amendments to sewer rates, several vehicle and equipment purchases, and a $60,000 grant. The council also appointed Gabriela Trejo as Deputy City Secretary. Additional approvals were made for a $25.77 M water‑treatment plant expansion, two water‑treatment pumps, a professional services agreement for sewer improvements, a $147,826 water‑meter replacement contract, and a $76,846 multi‑year data‑integration agreement with Axon Enterprise. All motions passed with a 7‑yes, 0‑no vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 7.a‑7.h (parking ordinance, sewer tariff amendment, vehicle/equipment purchases, $60,000 grant) (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑030 appointing Gabriela Trejo as Deputy City Secretary (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Awarded Surface Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation and Expansion to Dudley Construction, LLC for $25,770,000 (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved purchase of two Paco KP Horizontal Split Case Pumps for $55,813.14 (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Strand Associates, Inc. for up to $280,000 for Highway 105 sewer improvements (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Awarded Water Meter Replacement Project to Meter Matters for $147,826 (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved multi‑year data‑integration agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $76,846.19 (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved purchase of seven Chevrolet Tahoes for Police Department ($407,891.75) and related vehicle purchases (7‑yes, 0‑no)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating sanitary sewer service rate tariffs and purchasing a digger derrick truck. The body is also considering the acceptance of public infrastructure improvements for several subdivisions and new no-parking zones on S. Market St.

• Purchase of a Digger Derrick Truck from Altec Industries, Inc. for $344,063.00
• Proposed ordinance for no-parking zones along S. Market St.
• Proposed amendment to sanitary sewer services rate tariff schedules
• Acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Heritage Oaks (Phase 2), Vintage Farms (Phase Six), and Ebenezer Development
• Purchase and installation of field lighting at Henderson Park

The council approved the consent agenda, including the purchase of a digger derrick truck for $344,063.00. It accepted public infrastructure improvements in the Heritage Oaks, Vintage Farms Phase Six, Ebenezer Development, and Wilkins Valley subdivisions, totaling over $4 million. First‑reading ordinances were adopted for no‑parking zones on S. Market St. and for amending the sanitary sewer rate tariff schedules. The council also approved a $268,975.00 purchase and installation of field lighting at Henderson Park.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, appraisal board nomination, digger truck purchase $344,063) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑026 to accept $392,220 of infrastructure improvements in Heritage Oaks Section 2 – unanimous
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑027 to accept $1,544,252.23 of infrastructure improvements in Vintage Farms Phase Six – unanimous
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑028 to accept $479,985.40 of infrastructure improvements in Ebenezer Development – unanimous
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑029 to accept $2,389,419 of infrastructure improvements in Wilkins Valley Phase 1 & 2 – unanimous
• Approved first‑reading Ordinance establishing no‑parking zones on S. Market St. – unanimous
• Approved first‑reading Ordinance amending sanitary sewer rate tariff schedules – unanimous
• Approved purchase and installation of field lighting at Henderson Park for $268,975.00 – unanimous

City Council

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, adopted the FY2025‑26 budget, and set the 2025 property tax rate at $0.4676 per $100 valuation. It also approved the annexation of about 172 acres, changed the zoning map to a Planned Development District for the same area, and authorized a $120,000 on‑call engineering services agreement with Strand Associates. The routine airport maintenance grant was discussed, but the minutes do not record a vote on it.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, investment policy, opioid settlement forms, $72,529.06 payment) – unanimous
• Adopted FY2025‑26 budget authorizing $116.3 M in expenditures – unanimous
• Approved property‑tax levy at $0.4676 per $100 valuation for 2025 – unanimous
• Annexed ~171.8 acres west of Dixie Road and north of Sunset Road – unanimous
• Amended zoning map to assign Planned Development District to 169.42‑acre and 0.778‑acre tracts – unanimous
• Approved professional services agreement with Strand Associates, Inc. for on‑call engineering services up to $120,000 – unanimous

City Council

The Brenham City Council will consider adopting a fiscal year 2026 budget that raises property tax revenue by $855,418 and annexing approximately 171.8 acres of land.

• Approve $527,244 payment to Brazos River Authority for raw water
• Approve $70,329.87 payment for Industrial Boulevard pumping station
• Approve $62,245.53 purchase of pump and motor for water treatment plant
• Public hearing on rezoning 170.2 acres to Planned Development District
• Public hearing on annexing 171.8 acres west of Dixie Road

Councilmember Wright moved, and Councilmember Saunders seconded, approval of Consent Agenda items 7.a through 7.h. The motion passed with all seven voting members in favor and no opposition. The items approved include the prior meeting minutes, an ordinance amendment, and seven payments or contracts ranging from $4,236 to $527,244. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (7.a) – Approved
• Approved Ordinance No. O-25-013 amendment of sanitation rate schedule (7.b) – Approved
• Approved $4,236.00 tariff surcharge payment to Terex Corp for bucket truck purchase (7.c) – Approved
• Approved $62,245.53 purchase and installation of pump and motor from Austin Armature Works (7.d) – Approved
• Approved final payment $48,706.42 to Brenham Iron Works for electric equipment building (7.e) – Approved
• Approved $527,244.00 payment to Brazos River Authority for raw water supply (7.f) – Approved
• Approved Change Order No.1 and final payment $70,329.87 to Dudley Construction for Industrial Boulevard Pumping Station replacement (7.g) – Approved
• Approved $58,133.35 payment to Clifford Power Systems for standby generator repairs at water treatment plant (7.h) – Approved

City Council

The City Council will consider several agreements for employee medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for the 2025-2026 plan year. The body will also discuss renewing cyber liability insurance. A work session is scheduled for a presentation on the Washington County strategic plan.

• Medical coverage agreement with Baylor Scott & White Health
• Dental and vision coverage agreement with United HealthCare
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverage agreement with Ochs/Securian
• Cyber liability and data breach insurance renewal with AmTrust Cyber
• Strategic plan presentation for Washington County by Strategic Government Resources (SGR)

The council voted to adopt six new employee benefit agreements covering medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending, assistance and financial wellness for the 2025‑2026 plan year. It also approved the renewal of the city’s cyber liability and data breach insurance with AmTrust Cyber at the same cost as last year. Both motions passed unanimously and the mayor was authorized to sign the necessary documents.

• Approved six employee benefit agreements (medical, dental/vision, life, disability, flexible spending, assistance, financial wellness) for 2025‑2026; Mayor authorized to execute (7‑0)
• Approved renewal of cyber liability and data breach insurance with AmTrust Cyber at $44,017.69 for 2025‑2026; Mayor authorized to execute (7‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider changes to sanitation rate tariffs and an amendment to a professional services agreement for the Surface Water Treatment Plant Rehab and Expansion. The body will also review TIRZ funding corrections and the introduction of a new police chief.

• TIRZ No. 1 funding corrections in the amount of $199,715.87 for Fiscal Years 2020-2024
• Proposed ordinance amending the City of Brenham Sanitation Rates
• Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Strand Associates, Inc. for Surface Water Treatment Plant Rehab and Expansion
• Repeal of O-24-009 regarding the Waste Solutions USA, LLC roll-off container service franchise
• Appointment of members to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC)

The council approved the consent agenda items, including a repeal of a waste‑service franchise and a $199,715.87 TIRZ funding correction. It adopted an ordinance raising sanitation and recycling rates by up to 10%. The council also appointed seven members to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee and approved a $7,500 amendment to the water‑treatment plant services contract.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 5.a‑5.c (minutes repeal, waste franchise repeal, TIRZ funding correction) – vote 6‑0, Wright absent
• Approved Ordinance first reading amending sanitation rate schedule (rates increase) – vote 6‑0, Wright absent
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑020 appointing seven members to the CIAC – vote 6‑0, Wright absent
• Approved Amendment No.1 to the Strand Associates professional services agreement, increasing contract by $7,500 – vote 6‑0, Wright absent

City Council

The City Council will consider the proposed tax rate for the 2025 tax year and a potential real property acquisition for Electric Department improvements. The body will also review several service contracts and a donation of over $100,000.

• Proposed 2025 tax rate, including No-New-Revenue and Voter-Approval rates
• Donation of $100,050.93 from American Fidelity Assurance Company
• Possible repeal of Ordinance No. O-24-009 regarding Waste Solutions USA, LLC roll-off services
• Roof renovations at the Barnhill Center via CR Systems, Inc.
• Ordinance No. O-25-011 regarding school zone time changes

The council approved the routine consent agenda items, set a proposed property tax rate of $0.4676 per $100 valuation to be considered at the September meetings, and ratified a $100,050.93 donation to the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library. It also repealed the waste‑services franchise ordinance, renewed the Texas Municipal League risk‑pool coverage, and approved advertising contracts with AJR Media ($56,894.86) and Madden Media ($99,840.00). No action was taken on the roof‑renovation contract with CR Systems, Inc.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, Ordinance O-25-011, audit letter) – unanimous
• Adopted proposed property tax rate $0.4676 per $100 valuation for consideration at Sep 4 & Sep 18 meetings – unanimous
• Ratified acceptance of $100,050.93 donation to Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library – unanimous
• Repealed Ordinance No. O-24-009 granting Waste Solutions USA franchise – unanimous
• Renewed Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool coverage for FY 2025‑26 – unanimous
• Approved advertising agreement with AJR Media Group for $56,894.86 – unanimous
• Approved digital advertising agreement with Madden Media for $99,840.00 – unanimous
• No action taken on roof renovation contract with CR Systems, Inc. – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular session and a work session. The body will consider an ordinance regarding school crossing zone speed limit hours and discuss the proposed FY2025-26 budget.

• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 25, Article II regarding school crossing zone speed limit hours
• FY2025-26 Proposed Budget discussions

The council voted to adopt an ordinance amending the hours of controlled speed limits in designated school crossing zones. Councilmember Cook moved the ordinance, Councilmember Wright seconded, and the motion passed with all seven members voting yes. The change shifts morning school zone times to 7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. and will be reflected on city signs and TXDOT beacons.

• Approved ordinance amending school zone speed limit hours (7‑0 vote)

City Council

The Brenham City Council will consider adopting rates for the airport's fixed base operator and awarding a bank depository services contract. The meeting also includes approving specific use permits for accessory dwelling units and ratifying a $82,000 grant.

• Approve rates for Brenham Municipal Airport fixed base operator
• Award bank depository services contract
• Approve ADU permits for 1306 Ewing Street and 1604 Eldon Street
• Ratify $82,000 ARPA grant for airport
• Approve minutes from June 26 and July 3 meetings

The council approved the consent agenda, which included the meeting minutes, two specific‑use permits for accessory dwelling units, and ratification of an $82,000 grant. It also adopted rates and charges for the city‑managed Fixed Base Operator at the municipal airport. Finally, the council awarded the bank depository services contract to Brenham National Bank for a five‑year term.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, two ADU permits, $82,000 grant) – unanimous (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-25-019 setting airport FBO rates and charges – unanimous (6-0)
• Awarded RFP No. 25-011 to Brenham National Bank for bank depository services (2025‑2030) – unanimous (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on amending water utility rate tariff schedules. The body will also hold public hearings regarding two specific use permits for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and discuss a wood pole inspection project.

• Ordinance No. O-25-008 to amend water utility service rate tariff schedules
• Specific Use Permit for an ADU at 1306 Ewing Street (Case SPCUSE-25-0008)
• Specific Use Permit for an ADU at 1604 Eldon Street (Case SPCUSE-25-0006)
• RFP No. 25-010 for Annual Wood Pole Inspection and Reinforcement Project
• Executive session regarding real property acquisition for Electric Department improvements

The council approved an amendment to the water utility rate tariff schedule. It also approved two specific use permits for accessory dwelling units, each with off‑street parking conditions. Finally, the council awarded the annual wood pole inspection project to Entrust Solutions Group for up to $61,000.

• Approved Ordinance O-25-008 amending water utility rate tariff (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for 1306 Ewing St ADU with two off‑street parking spaces (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for 1604 Eldon St ADU with dedicated off‑street parking space (6-0)
• Awarded RFP No. 25-010 to Entrust Solutions Group for wood pole inspection up to $61,000 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending water utility rate tariff schedules and adopting a fee schedule for public information records. The body is also considering the purchase of two pickup trucks for city construction departments.

• Ordinance to amend Rate Tariff Schedules for City of Brenham Water Utility Services
• Resolution R-25-018 regarding a fee schedule for Public Information Act records
• Purchase of Chevrolet Silverado 3500 for Water Construction Department for $80,826.25
• Purchase of Chevrolet Silverado 3500 for Wastewater Construction Department for $111,105.25
• Executive session regarding Brenham Municipal Airport operations and services

The Brenham City Council unanimously approved three vehicle purchases for the Water and Wastewater Construction Departments, adopted a fee schedule for public‑information requests, and passed an ordinance correcting the water utility rate schedule. All votes were 6‑0 in favor, with Mayor Atwood Kenjura absent.

• Approved purchase of Chevrolet Silverado 3500 for Water Construction Dept ($80,826.25) (6‑0)
• Approved purchase of Chevrolet Silverado 3500 for Wastewater Construction Dept ($111,105.25) (6‑0)
• Approved minutes from June 9 and June 12 meetings (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution R‑25‑018 fee schedule for public‑information records (6‑0)
• Approved ordinance amending Water Utility Rate Schedule W‑I (6‑0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of an Airport Master Plan and a railroad crossing maintenance agreement on Burleson Road. The body is also deciding on several utility contracts and the election of a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Electrical distribution agreement with Techline Construction LLC for Loesch Street line upgrade not to exceed $246,500.00
• Use of $45,777.02 in seized narcotic funds for law enforcement equipment from CTC Gunworks dba Sentinel Supply
• Ordinance No. O-25-008 amending rate tariff schedules for City of Brenham Water Services
• Resolution No. R-25-018 adopting an Airport Master Plan for the Brenham Municipal Airport
• Resolution No. R-25-019 for maintenance of BNSF Railroad Crossing on Burleson Road with TXDOT

The Brenham City Council adopted Resolution R-25-018, formally adopting the Airport Master Plan for the municipal airport. Council members also approved the appointment of Wade Seidel to the Community Development Corporation Board and re‑elected Councilmember Clint Kolby as Mayor Pro Tem. All items on the statutory consent agenda, including a water‑rate amendment, use of seized narcotics funds, an electrical construction agreement, and the rescission of a professional services contract, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Airport Master Plan (Resolution R-25-018) – unanimous approval
• Approved appointment of Wade Seidel to Community Development Corporation Board (term ends Dec 31, 2026) – unanimous approval
• Re‑elected Clint Kolby as Mayor Pro Tem – unanimous approval
• Approved Consent Agenda Item 7.a (minutes correction) – unanimous approval
• Approved Consent Agenda Item 7.b (water rate tariff amendment) – unanimous approval
• Approved Consent Agenda Item 7.d (use $45,777.02 seized narcotics funds for law‑enforcement equipment) – unanimous approval
• Approved Consent Agenda Item 7.e (electrical distribution construction agreement up to $246,500) – unanimous approval
• Approved Consent Agenda Item 7.f (rescinded professional services agreement with Michael Baker International) – unanimous approval

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to receive a presentation and discuss 5-Year Capital Plans. No other specific items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion and presentation on 5-Year Capital Plans

The Brenham City Council held a workshop on June 9, 2025 to review the 5‑Year Capital Improvement Plans for utility and general funds. CFO Julie Flagg presented overviews, project lists, and financial forecasts. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to four elected officials and hold a work session on public finance legislation. The body will also consider updates to water utility rates and infrastructure improvements for Saeger Street.

• Ordinance to amend Rate Tariff Schedules for City of Brenham Water Utility Services
• Resolution R-25-017 for public infrastructure improvements at Saeger Street Right-of-Way
• Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International Inc. for Aviation Way extension
• Acceptance of a donation from The Fortnightly Club for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library
• Oaths of office for Steve Soman, Dr. Paul F. LaRoche, III, Clint T. Kolby, and Leah Cook

The council approved a professional services agreement with Michael Baker International for the Aviation Way extension at the municipal airport, up to $248,400. It also adopted a water‑utility rate tariff amendment, accepted a $37,000 donation for the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library, and approved the Saeger Street infrastructure acceptance resolution. The consent agenda minutes from May 1, 2025 were approved, and staff briefed members on pending HB 19 legislation but no action was taken.

• Approved Consent Agenda minutes from May 1, 2025 (unanimous, Saunders absent)
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑017 accepting $275,700 Saeger Street infrastructure (unanimous, Saunders absent)
• Approved Ordinance amending water utility rate tariff schedules (unanimous, Saunders absent)
• Accepted $37,000 donation from The Fortnightly Club for the library (unanimous, Saunders absent)
• Approved professional services agreement with Michael Baker International for Aviation Way extension, up to $248,400 (unanimous, Saunders absent)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the results of the May 3, 2025, elections. This includes declaring the winners for four City Council seats and the results of twelve proposed Home Rule Charter amendments.

• Resolution No. R-25-015: Canvassing returns for Councilmember Place 1, Place 3, Place 5, and Place 6
• Resolution No. R-25-016: Canvassing returns for twelve proposed Home Rule Charter amendments

The council adopted Resolution No. R-25-015, officially canvassing and declaring the results of the May 3, 2025 general election for four council seats. It also adopted Resolution No. R-25-016, canvassing and declaring that all twelve proposed amendments to the City of Brenham's Home Rule Charter were approved by voters. Both motions passed with six affirmative votes and no opposition.

• Approved Resolution R-25-015 canvassing general election results (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-016 canvassing twelve charter amendment results (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on budget amendments and zoning changes regarding smoke and vape shop definitions and locations. The body will also discuss road closures for a summer concert series and infrastructure for a subdivision.

• Ordinance O-25-006: Amending the FY24-25 Adopted Budget
• Ordinance O-25-007: Zoning changes to define and permit Smoke Shop and Vape Shop uses in B-2 districts
• Resolution R-25-013: Temporary closure of State Right-of-Way for 'Hot Nights, Cool Tunes' concert series
• Resolution R-25-014: Acceptance of public infrastructure for Timber Oaks Subdivision, Phase 4

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the prior meeting minutes, a FY24‑25 budget amendment (Ordinance O‑25‑006) and a zoning amendment adding smoke‑shop and vape‑shop uses (Ordinance O‑25‑007). They also adopted Resolution R‑25‑013 to close a state right‑of‑way for the July 2025 Downtown Summer Concert Series. Additionally, the council accepted $70,230 of public‑infrastructure improvements for Phase 4 of the Timber Oaks subdivision. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (Consent Agenda 6.a) (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance O‑25‑006, second‑reading FY24‑25 budget amendment (6.b) (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance O‑25‑007, second‑reading zoning amendment for smoke‑shop and vape‑shop uses (6.c) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑013 authorizing temporary right‑of‑way closure for July 2025 concert series (6.d) (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑014 accepting $70,230 public‑infrastructure improvements for Timber Oaks Phase 4 (7‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to define and set distance requirements for smoke and vape shops in the B-2 Commercial, Research and Technology District. The body will also consider budget amendments and several equipment purchases for city departments.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments for smoke and vape shop uses (Case No. TEXT AMEND-25-001)
• Proposed Ordinance No. O-25-005 to amend water services rate tariff schedules
• Purchase of a Generac Mobile Generator for $107,270.00
• Purchase of a Precision Cut Fairway Mower for $88,223.52
• Purchase of a Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Pickup Truck for $75,247.25

The council voted to adopt the consent agenda items, including several procurement contracts. It approved an ordinance adding definitions and permitted‑use status for smoke and vape shops in the B‑2 district. The council also approved an amendment to the FY24‑25 adopted budget. Finally, it authorized the purchase of street‑maintenance equipment totaling $567,094.44.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 6.a‑6.k (6‑0, Councilmember Cook absent)
• Approved Ordinance amending Appendix A – Zoning to define smoke and vape shops (6‑0, Councilmember Cook absent)
• Approved FY24‑25 budget amendment (6‑0, Councilmember Cook absent)
• Approved purchase of street equipment (Reclaimer/Stabilizer/Trailer, Cracksealer 125, Dump Truck) totaling $567,094.44 (6‑0, Councilmember Cook absent)

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the general and special elections scheduled for May 3, 2025. Members will also discuss updating water service rate tariff schedules and the purchase of a bucket truck for the Electric Department.

• Proposed amendments to the May 3, 2025 general election for four Councilmember seats
• Proposed amendments to the May 3, 2025 special election regarding City Charter amendments
• Proposed ordinance to amend Rate Tariff Schedules for City of Brenham Water Services
• Purchase of a vinyl vehicle wrap for the Police Department from Becker Wraps for $2,850.00
• Purchase of a bucket truck for the Electric Department via Sourcewell Contract No 110421-TER

The Brenham City Council voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda, which included using $2,850 of seized narcotic funds for a police vehicle wrap and authorizing a special election on May 3, 2025. The council also approved an ordinance amending the city’s water‑service rate tariff schedules and authorized the purchase of a $324,350 bucket truck for the Electric Department. All votes were Yes with no opposition.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 8.a‑8.d (unanimous)
• Authorized use of $2,850 seized narcotic funds for police vehicle wrap
• Approved special election ordinance for May 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance amending water rate tariff schedules (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of $324,350 bucket truck for Electric Department (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several equipment and service contracts, including water resale agreements and a street sweeper. The body will also discuss park improvements, a property lease at 307 S. Market Street, and airport design services.

• Purchase of a TYMCO, Inc. street sweeper for $369,340.00
• Tree trimming services contract with LCRA for $148,659.84
• Software renewal with Fifth Asset Inc. (DebtBook) for $21,000.00
• Property lease agreement for 307 S. Market Street with Woodson Lumber Co.
• Bid award for Jackson Street Park Improvements Phase I (Project No. 34427)

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including a $21,000 software renewal, a $369,340 street sweeper purchase, and a $148,659.84 tree‑trimming contract. It accepted the 2024 Seidel Schroeder audit and passed a resolution supporting Washington County’s Expo financing zone. The council awarded the Jackson Street Park Phase I contract to DL Meachum for $1,145,690 (plus a $35,270 alternate), approved a lease of 307 S. Market St. to Woodson Lumber Co. at $1,500 per month, and authorized a professional services agreement with Terracon Consultants for up to $75,260.

• Approved consent agenda items: $21,000 software renewal, $369,340 street sweeper, $148,659.84 tree‑trimming, and water resale agreements; motion passed with all members voting Yes
• Accepted Seidel Schroeder audit for FY 2024; motion passed with all members voting Yes
• Approved Resolution R‑25‑010 supporting Washington County Expo financing zone; motion passed with all members voting Yes
• Awarded Jackson Street Park Phase I contract to DL Meachum for $1,145,690 (plus $35,270 alternate); motion passed with all members voting Yes
• Approved lease of 307 S. Market St. to Woodson Lumber Co. at $1,500 per month for 1 year with four renewals; motion passed with all members voting Yes
• Approved professional services agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. up to $75,260 for fire station testing; motion passed with all members voting Yes

City Council

The City Council will discuss the issuance of Combination Tax Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025. Members will also consider tax phase-in incentives for a 29.153-acre tract for Del Sol Food Company. Additionally, the body will review first quarter financial reports and potential zoning changes for vape and smoke shops.

• Ordinance O-25-002: Creation of Reinvestment Zone 53 for Del Sol Food Company at 3015/3151 S. Blue Bell Road
• Ordinance O-25-003: Issuance of Combination Tax Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Resolution R-25-009: Commercial Tax Phase-In Agreement with Del Sol Food Company, Inc.
• Lease agreements with Ricoh USA, Inc. for office automation equipment
• Discussion on zoning amendments regarding vape and smoke shops

City Council

The Brenham City Council will meet to approve routine consent agenda items, including the purchase of surveillance equipment and TIRZ funding corrections. The council will also hold a public hearing on a proposed tax phase-in incentive for a commercial property and discuss police operations in executive session.

• Approve $3,762.90 for surveillance equipment
• Approve $399,949.99 in TIRZ funding corrections
• Public hearing on Reinvestment Zone 53 for Del Sol Food Company
• Executive session on police department operations
• Executive session on real property for sewer improvements

City Council

The Brenham City Council will discuss a special election for charter amendments and a construction project for Fire Station No. 2. The meeting also includes approval of software renewals and the appointment of board members.

• Approve software renewal with CDW Government LLC for $76,590.60
• Discuss charter amendments via special election on May 3, 2025
• Discuss construction of Brenham Fire Station No. 2
• Discuss replacement of CEVMS sign at Washington County Expo Center
• Approve use of seized narcotic funds for ERAD FCIS solution renewal

City Council

The City Council will consider calling a general election for four council seats and a special election for city charter amendments on May 3, 2025. The body will also review grant applications for fire department equipment and a park project.

• Proposed May 3, 2025 general election for Council Places 1, 3, 5, and 6
• Proposed May 3, 2025 special election for City of Brenham charter amendments
• Purchase of a Chevrolet Silverado 2500 for Wastewater Treatment Department for $55,070.25
• Grant applications for six thermal imaging cameras and three 5-gas monitors for the Fire Department
• Saeger Street Construction Cost Participation Agreement with Southern Land of Texas, LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider issuing certificates of obligation and acquiring real property for sanitary sewer improvements. The body will also discuss election services for the May 3, 2025, general election and review FY2023-24 financial reports.

• Grant payment of $86,610.32 to BK Stringer, Ltd. for economic development
• Resolution No. R-25-002 regarding the issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Series 2025
• Utility extension agreement with TxDOT for 4350 TX-36
• Body-Worn Camera Grant Program FY2025 through the Office of the Governor
• Purchase or acquisition of real property for sanitary sewer improvements