Dickinson public meetings in 2021

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting to consider several contracts and purchases, including replacing its legal counsel, producing a marketing video, and hiring consultants for economic development planning. The board will also discuss real property and personnel matters in executive session.

• Approval to hire Olson & Olson LLP as attorney, canceling contract with Askins & Askins
• Contract with Neon Cloud Productions for a marketing video, total cost $31,850 plus reimbursables
• Hire Halff Associates, Inc. to construct an Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Hire a consultant for a Downtown Dickinson Master Plan on Hwy 3 property
• Purchase up to nine Surface Pro-7 tablets, estimated cost $14,500

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a special meeting and approved several contracts, including hiring Olson & Olson LLP as legal counsel, a marketing video with Neon Cloud Productions, an Economic Development Strategic Plan with Halff Associates, a downtown master plan, a tax increment reinvestment zone study with TXP Inc., and the purchase of tablets. All votes were unanimous (6-0). No action was taken on items discussed in executive session.

• Approved hiring Olson & Olson LLP as legal counsel, cancelling contract with Askins & Askins (6-0)
• Approved contract with Neon Cloud Productions for marketing video, $31,850 plus reimbursables (6-0)
• Approved Halff Associates for Economic Development Strategic Plan, $55,000, plus $30,000 for Disaster Resilience Mitigation (6-0)
• Approved negotiating with Halff Associates for downtown master plan, not to exceed $60,000 (6-0)
• Approved hiring TXP, Inc. for tax increment reinvestment zone development (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Lenovo Thinkpads, not to exceed $18,000 (6-0)
• Approved changing DEDC meeting date to second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. (6-0)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District No. 1 is meeting to review its FY2020-2021 financial reports and consider a resolution authorizing the exchange of storm-damaged residential properties for replacement properties, funded through a CDBG-MIT grant from the Texas General Land Office. The board will also discuss the application process for sponsorships, grants, and financial support.

• Resolution authorizing property exchanges for storm-damaged homes at 2303 23rd Street, 2400 Holly Drive, 3301 Avenue G (Lots 19 & 20), and 5307 Bayou Drive
• FY2020-21 revenue of $4,975,372 exceeded budget by $1,373,872 (138.1%), driven by sales tax revenue of $4,972,440
• FY2020-21 expenditures totaled $5,882,493, exceeding budget by $2,410,493 (169.4%), including $3,654,773 in 380 rebates and $1,000,000 transfer to streets maintenance
• Check register for September 2021 shows $655,559.47 in payments, including $236,377.31 to Priority Purchasing and $91,929.04 to Stewart Title for a buyout
• Application process for sponsorships/grants/financial support, including eligibility and approval procedures

The board approved the October 21, 2021 meeting minutes and financial reports ending September 30, 2021, both unanimously. They also passed a motion regarding 3514 Lobit Drive, Dickinson, Texas, with no details provided in the minutes. Several reports were given with no action taken, and the board held an executive session on real property, reconvening with no action on matters discussed.

• Approved minutes of October 21, 2021 regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved financial reports ending September 30, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved motion regarding 3514 Lobit Drive (4-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will canvass the December 7, 2021 runoff election returns for Council Position 1, declare Johnnie Simpson Jr. the winner with 701 votes to Kevin Edmonds' 461, and swear him into office. The agenda also includes reports on economic development activities and infrastructure projects, but no other formal actions are listed.

• Canvass runoff election results: Johnnie Simpson Jr. 701 votes, Kevin Edmonds 461 votes
• Swearing in of newly elected Council Member Johnnie Simpson Jr.
• Report on $49M CDBG-Mitigation drainage project (diversion off Dickinson Bayou)
• Report on Pin Oak Drainage Improvements near completion
• Report on West Gum Bayou Drainage Improvements in final design

The Dickinson City Council certified the December 7 runoff election results and swore Johnnie Simpson Jr. into Council Position 1. The council approved a consent agenda including resolutions on CDBG-MIT policies, a building automation renovation, and an engineering services agreement. It also passed the first reading of a zoning change for 10.83 acres at 5204 HWY 3 from residential to commercial, and made changes to DEDC board appointments.

• Canvassed runoff election results and declared Johnnie Simpson Jr. winner for Council Position 1 (6-0)
• Swore in Johnnie Simpson Jr. to Council Position 1
• Approved consent agenda including CDBG-MIT policies, building automation renovation, and Huitt-Zollars engineering agreement (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning change from CR to GC at 5204 HWY 3 (7-0)
• Rescinded prior votes and cast new votes for Galveston Central Appraisal District board (7-0)
• Removed Kevin Edmonds and Joe Wilburn from DEDC Positions 1 and 3 (4-3)
• Appointed Council Member Wilson to DEDC Position 1 and Mayor Skipworth to Position 3 (4-3)
• Appointed Collin Coker to DEDC Position 5 (7-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including an audit report, amendments to an incentive agreement with Chemic Engineers and Constructors, Inc., adoption of the city's holiday schedule, and an early lease termination agreement with VS Way Solutions LLC. The board will also discuss and possibly act on amendments to the contract for sale of real estate on Hughes Road to REME Financial, LLC, following an executive session on the property sale.

• Discussion and possible action on DEDC audit with Rick Patterson of RP & Company CPAs
• Resolution of issues with Catalyst Commercial regarding Strategic Plan work product
• Adoption of amendments to incentive agreement, deed of trust, and promissory note for Chemic Engineers and Constructors, Inc. project
• Adoption of agreement with VS Way Solutions LLC d/b/a Gracious Hearts Home Care for early lease termination
• Adoption of amendments to contract for sale of real estate on Hughes Road to REME Financial, LLC

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation voted unanimously to terminate contracts with auditor Rick Patterson of RP & Company and Catalyst Commercial for non-performance. The board also approved amendments to the Chemic Engineers incentive agreement, adopted the city's holiday schedule, approved an early lease termination for Gracious Hearts Home Care, and amended the Hughes Road real estate sale contract to REME Financial, LLC.

• Terminated contract with Rick Patterson/RP & Company for non-performance (5-0)
• Terminated contract with Catalyst Commercial for Strategic Plan non-performance (5-0)
• Approved amended incentive agreement for Chemic Engineers to extend deadlines (5-0)
• Adopted City of Dickinson holiday schedule and hours for DEDC (5-0)
• Approved early lease termination for Gracious Hearts Home Care effective Jan 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Amended Hughes Road sale contract to REME Financial, extending feasibility to Mar 1 and closing to Apr 1, 2022 (4-0, 1 abstention)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Dickinson Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 5204 Highway 3 from Conventional Residential (CR) to General Commercial (GC). The property is located north of Hughes Road on the west side of Highway 3. The commission will consider the application and may vote to approve or deny it, with a final decision expected at the City Council meeting on December 14, 2021.

• Zoning change request for 5204 Highway 3 from CR to GC
• Public hearing notice sent to property owners within 200 feet
• Property legal description: ABST 208 W WILSON SUR TR 25 BLK 1 PARKSIDE SUB (2002)
• Contact: Ray Burgess, Building Official, 281-337-8833
• Council meeting scheduled for December 14, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

The Commission denied a request to rezone approximately 10.83 acres at 5204 Hwy 3 from Conventional Residential to General Commercial; the motion failed due to lack of a second. The Commission unanimously approved the site development plan for the Hughes Road Business Park at 200 Hughes Road. The rezoning decision is a recommendation to City Council.

• Rezoning at 5204 Hwy 3 (CR to GC) failed (no second to motion)
• Approved site development plan for Hughes Road Business Park (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider routine consent items, including minutes and financial reports, and take possible action on several financial and contractual matters. The board will discuss amending bank account signers, closing BBVA and Capital One accounts, and potential contracts with EDOIQ and Neon Cloud Productions. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property matters, including property on Hughes Road and Project Bayou.

• Consent agenda: approve August 16, 2021 minutes and financial reports for month ending September 30, 2021
• Transfer October 2021 payroll funds from DEDC operating account to City of Dickinson operating account
• Amend TEXPOOL and Texas First Bank account signers
• Close BBVA and Capital One accounts, move balances to Texas First Bank
• Proposed contracts with EDOIQ (economic development software) and Neon Cloud Productions (marketing video)

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved a contract with EDOiQ for economic development software, closed BBVA and Capital One accounts moving balances to Texas First Bank, and amended signers on TEXPOOL and Texas First Bank accounts. It tabled a video proposal from Neon Cloud Productions. After executive session, the board authorized extending a feasibility period on a Hughes Road property contract to January 1, 2022, with closing by April 1, 2022, and authorized negotiations on Project Bayou and a grassy field property.

• Approved consent agenda including August 16, 2021 minutes, financial report, and October payroll transfer (4-0)
• Approved amendments to TEXPOOL and Texas First Bank signers (4-0)
• Approved closing BBVA and Capital One accounts, moving balances to Texas First Bank (4-0)
• Approved EDOiQ software contract (4-0)
• Tabled Neon Cloud Productions video proposal (4-0)
• Authorized extending feasibility period on Hughes Road property to Jan 1, 2022, closing by Apr 1, 2022 (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized negotiating purchase price for Project Bayou (4-0)
• Authorized attorney to negotiate purchase price for grassy field property (4-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will review the quarterly investment and financial report for the period ending September 30, 2021, and consider a resolution approving a multi-year agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for temporary road closures for the Veteran's Day Parade. The financial report shows over $12.9 million in cash and investments, with total revenues of approximately $18.8 million and expenditures of approximately $15.9 million for the general fund.

• Quarterly Investment Report: $12,955,987 total investments, $6,019 interest earned
• General Fund: $18.8M revenue, $15.9M expenditures, $2.9M net
• Sales tax revenue: $10.3M (117.5% of budget)
• Resolution approving 5-year TxDOT agreement for Veteran's Day Parade closures on FM517 and Hwy 3
• Economic Development expenditures at 127.7% of budget ($5.85M)

The Dickinson City Council denied a Specific Use Permit for a group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive on second reading, after the applicant requested withdrawal but the council proceeded to vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, canvassed the November 2 special election results and ordered a December 7 runoff, and cast all 36 Galveston Central Appraisal District votes for Cheryl E. Johnson. A motion to cast votes for Donald Gartman died for lack of a second.

• Denied Specific Use Permit for group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including quarterly investment report, TxDOT parade closure agreement, and Change Order No. 3 for Lucas Construction (6-0)
• Canvassed special election results and ordered December 7 runoff for Councilmember Position 1 (6-0)
• Cast 36 Galveston Central Appraisal District votes for Cheryl E. Johnson (6-0)
• Motion to cast votes for Donald Gartman died for lack of second

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a work session to discuss a presentation on the police department's needs assessment. The meeting is open to public comments, with each speaker limited to three minutes. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational.

• Presentation and discussion of Dickinson Police Department Needs Assessment
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting broadcast via Zoom; telephone participation no longer allowed

The Dickinson City Council held a work session on November 9, 2021, where the police department's needs were presented by Chief Morales and Captain Mason, focusing on working conditions and storage issues. No formal decisions were made; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Dickinson Board of Adjustment is meeting for a work session with a single agenda item: training for board members. No decisions, public hearings, or votes are scheduled; the meeting is limited to call to order, the training presentation, and adjournment.

• Training for Board of Adjustment Members
• Meeting held at 4403 Highway 3, Dickinson, TX
• No telephone or video participation allowed; broadcast via Zoom only

The Dickinson Board of Adjustment met for a work session on November 1, 2021, and received training presented by City Attorney Brandon Davis. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:02 P.M. (motion passed)

Board of Adjustment

The Dickinson Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request (Variance Number 20211082) to allow two shade structures at 504 FM 517 Road, Dickinson, TX. The board will also elect officers for the Building Standards Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustments. The meeting is in person, with video broadcast via Zoom.

• Public hearing and action on variance request 20211082 for two shade structures at 504 FM 517 Road
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary to the Building Standards Commission
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson to the Zoning Board of Adjustments
• Variance fee of $650.00 paid for application 20211082

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance request (20211082) to allow two shade structures at 504 FM 517 Road, Dickinson, TX, waiving side and rear setback requirements under Section 18-50 of the Zoning Ordinance. The board also unanimously elected Kevin Edmonds as Chairman and Reggie Taylor as Vice-Chair of the Zoning Board of Adjustments. An item to elect officers for the Building Standards Commission was withdrawn.

• Approved variance 20211082 for two shade structures at 504 FM 517 Road (unanimous)
• Elected Kevin Edmonds as Zoning Board of Adjustment Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Reggie Taylor as Zoning Board of Adjustment Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Withdrew item on Building Standards Commission officer elections

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a proposal from Buxton for consumer intelligence technology, and to consider matters from an executive session regarding economic development negotiations with a business prospect, Project Green Leaf. Public input is no longer allowed by phone or video, but the meeting will be broadcast for listening.

• Discussion and possible action on Buxton consumer intelligence technology proposal
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.087 for Project Green Leaf negotiations
• Possible action on matters discussed in executive session
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting broadcast via GoToMeeting; public may listen only

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved a contract with Buxton for consumer intelligence technology during a special meeting. The motion passed 4-0 with one abstention. No action was taken on matters discussed in executive session, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved Buxton consumer intelligence technology contract (4-0, 1 abstention)
• No action taken on executive session matters

City Council

The Dickinson City Council denied a Specific Use Permit for a group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive after public opposition, and approved a consent agenda including multiple professional services agreements, financing for equipment, and a police collective bargaining agreement. The council also reappointed three DEDC board members but failed to appoint a fourth due to a tie vote.

• Denied Specific Use Permit for group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Huitt-Zollars engineering agreements, drainage change order, parade closure, police CBA, and equipment financing (6-0)
• Reappointed Bill Schick, Jessie Brantley, and Chad Rankin to DEDC Board (6-0)
• Failed to appoint Colin Coker to DEDC Board (3-3)
• Tabled motion to nominate Colin Coker failed (3-3)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on employing Courtland Holman as CEO/Executive Director, including authorizing the board president to sign an employment agreement. The board will first meet in executive session to discuss the personnel matter, then reconvene in open session for action. Public participation by phone or video is no longer allowed; the public can only listen.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 to discuss employment of Courtland Holman as CEO/Executive Director
• Possible action to authorize employment agreement with Courtland Holman
• Public input by phone/video discontinued; meetings broadcast via GoToMeeting for listening only

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a special meeting on October 25, 2021, and voted unanimously (5-0) to authorize President Bill Schick to extend an employment offer to Courtland Holman as Executive Director/CEO at an annual salary of $110,000 plus other compensation. The board also approved adjournment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized President to offer Courtland Holman Executive Director position at $110,000 annually plus other compensation (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5-0)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board approved the FY 2021 Amendment and the FY 2021-2022 Budget, along with financial reports, board member insurance renewal, and the previous meeting's minutes. The board also verified that all approved funding has been distributed except for one outstanding expense to the Galveston County Recovery Group. Several agenda items, including discussion of 3514 Lobit Drive and an executive session, were skipped with no action taken.

• Approved FY 2021 Amendment and FY 2021-2022 Budget
• Approved financial reports with corrections for a $15,000 line-item discrepancy under professional services
• Approved board member insurance renewal
• Verified all approved funding distributed except Galveston County Recovery Group
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2021 meeting with corrections

The Dickinson Management District #1 approved participation in the Dickinson Chamber of Commerce Light Up the Town Reimbursement Grant for Christmas 2021, with costs not to exceed $10,000. The board also approved the September 23, 2021 minutes and tabled financial reports. No action was taken on other items, including the Parks and Land Usage Plan and matters from executive session.

• Approved participation in Light Up the Town Reimbursement Grant, not to exceed $10,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 23, 2021 regular meeting (4-0)
• Tabled approval of financial reports (4-0)
• No action on verification of funding payments; only outstanding expense is Galveston County Recovery Group
• No action on Parks and Land Usage Plan; discussion only
• No action on items from executive session

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Specific Use Permit request for a group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive. The commission will also review a status report on various development projects in the city, including site plans, plats, and zoning changes.

• Specific Use Permit for group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive
• J&J Carwash project review
• Bayway Homes (53) project review
• Zone change at 1266 & Deats
• Flying Rhino Brewery project status

The Dickinson Planning and Zoning Commission denied a Specific Use Permit for a group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive after a public hearing where neighbors raised concerns about traffic, safety, and property values. The motion to deny passed unanimously.

• Denied Specific Use Permit SUP2021-1061 for a group home at 1550 Oak Ridge Drive (unanimous)
• Noted withdrawal of Hughes Road Business Park site development application

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting to elect officers for FY 2021-2022, consider forming a sub-committee to review bylaws and policies, and discuss multiple contract proposals for marketing and data services. The board will also discuss budget adjustments and a performance agreement for Project Green Leaf, a business prospect. Public participation is limited to in-person comments; the meeting will be broadcast for listening only.

• Election of officers for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
• Proposed contracts with ZoomProspector, Expansion Solutions Magazine, Foreign Direct Investment Alliance International, and Retail Strategies
• Discussion on developing a promotional video and a new DEDC website
• Adjustments to the 2021-2022 budget
• Performance agreement for Project Green Leaf (economic development incentive)

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved several contracts for economic development services, including ZoomProspector, Expansion Solutions Magazine, Foreign Direct Investment Alliance International, and Retail Strategies. The board also elected new officers, formed a sub-committee to review bylaws and policies, and tabled a performance agreement for Project Green Leaf. All votes were unanimous except for the Foreign Direct Investment contract, which passed 5-1.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial report, and payroll transfer (6-0)
• Elected Bill Schick as President, Jessie Brantley as Vice President, Matt Sabatier as Secretary/Treasurer (6-0 each)
• Formed sub-committee to review bylaws and policies (discussion only)
• Approved ZoomProspector GIS contract (6-0)
• Approved Expansion Solutions Magazine contract (6-0)
• Approved Foreign Direct Investment Alliance International contract (5-1)
• Approved Retail Strategies 3-year contract at $120,000 (6-0)
• Tabled Performance Agreement for Project Green Leaf (6-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is receiving updates on multiple drainage and infrastructure projects funded by CDBG grants, including the $49 million CDBG-Mitigation project and ongoing work on Pin Oak Drainage Improvements. The agenda also includes a monthly financial report for August 2021, showing general fund revenues at 87.16% of budget and expenditures at 91.7%.

• Pin Oak Drainage Improvements: $1,685,162 spent (86%), completion expected November 2021
• West Gum Bayou Drainage Improvements: bidding estimated late November to early December
• CDBG-Mitigation grant: approximately $49 million awarded, with $492,729.46 local match
• GLO Contract No. 20-065-029-C096: 12-month time extension submitted
• TDA Contract No. 7219110: WCID No. 1 turning grant over to City, alternative use being considered

The Dickinson City Council approved a Specific Use Permit for a Boat/RV Storage Facility in a General Commercial district (5-1) and approved a zone change from Conventional Residential to General Commercial for property at 5304 Highway 3 (6-0). Both ordinances passed on second reading. The council also approved the consent agenda, including staff reports and minutes, and held an executive session on legal and personnel matters.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for Boat/RV Storage Facility (SUP2021-0863) (5-1)
• Approved zone change from Conventional Residential to General Commercial at 5304 Highway 3 (ZCN-2021-0904) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including staff reports and minutes of Aug 24, 2021 workshop (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:42 PM (6-0)

City Council

This is a supplemental agenda for the Dickinson City Council regular meeting. It contains only announcements and a City Manager update, with no action items or discussion items listed. The meeting will be broadcast via Zoom, but telephone and video participation are no longer allowed.

• Announcements concerning items of community interest (no action)
• City Manager update on Chamber of Commerce Real Estate

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will consider setting the 2021 ad valorem tax rates, approve budgets for the Bayou Animal Service Corporation and Dickinson Management District #1, and act on several resolutions including cooperative purchasing, surface water sampling, asphalt paving, a grant application, and an amended investment policy. The council will also discuss personnel matters and the DEDC budget in closed session.

• Ordinance setting 2021 tax rates: $0.051690 per $100 (debt) and $0.352893 per $100 (maintenance and operation)
• Approval of Bayou Animal Service Corporation FY 2020-2021 and FY 2021-2022 budgets
• Resolution authorizing interlocal contract with Galveston County for asphalt paving overlay
• Resolution approving submission of 2022 STEP-IDM grant application to TxDOT
• Resolution approving updated EMS Charity Care Policy

The Dickinson City Council approved the FY 2021-2022 budget and set the ad valorem tax rates at $0.352893 per $100 for maintenance and operations and $0.051690 for debt service. The council also approved a zone change at 5304 Highway 3, a specific use permit for a boat/RV storage facility, and numerous resolutions and budgets.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget (6-0)
• Set M&O tax rate at $0.352893 per $100 (6-0)
• Set debt service tax rate at $0.051690 per $100 (6-0)
• Approved zone change from CR to GC at 5304 Highway 3 (6-0)
• Approved specific use permit for boat/RV storage on N. FM 646 Road (4-2)
• Approved consent agenda including interlocal agreements and resolutions (6-0)
• Approved DEDC FY 2021-2022 budget (6-0)
• Approved DEDC revised FY 2020-2021 budget (6-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2021-2022 city budget and the Bayou Animal Service Corporation (BAS) budgets for FY 2020-2021 and FY 2021-2022. Public comments will be accepted, but no formal action is scheduled. The meeting will be broadcast via Zoom, with no telephone or video participation allowed.

• FY 2021-2022 Proposed Budget presentation and discussion
• Bayou Animal Service Corporation (BAS) FY 2020-2021 Proposed Budget
• Bayou Animal Service Corporation (BAS) FY 2021-2022 Proposed Budget
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Dickinson City Council held a work session and approved the FY 2021-2022 proposed budget, as well as the Bayou Animal Service Corporation (BAS) budgets for FY 2020-2021 and FY 2021-2022. The motion passed unanimously with 6 ayes and 0 nays. No public comments were made.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 proposed budget (6-0)
• Approved BAS FY 2020-2021 proposed budget (6-0)
• Approved BAS FY 2021-2022 proposed budget (6-0)

Economic Development Corporation

This is a special meeting of the Dickinson Economic Development Corporation. The agenda contains only certification of the meeting notice posting and an Americans with Disabilities Act accommodation notice. No substantive business items are listed.

• Meeting notice posted at City Hall, 4403 Highway 3, Dickinson, Texas
• Certification by Interim Executive Director Courtland Holman
• ADA accommodation contact: 281-337-6105

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a special meeting and voted 6-1 to terminate Executive Director Scott Jones, effective September 30, 2021, citing reasons including failure to establish residency, insubordination, and other listed causes. The board also held an executive session on personnel matters and heard public comment from Jones' attorney urging a negotiated settlement. The termination motion passed with only President Robert Donley voting against.

• Terminated Executive Director Scott Jones effective Sept 30, 2021 (6-1)
• Held executive session on personnel matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 will hold a regular board meeting to consider routine approvals, including meeting minutes, financial reports, and funding verification. The board will also discuss board member insurance renewal, FY 2021-2022 budget items, and a property at 3514 Lobit Drive. An executive session is scheduled for real property deliberation, followed by possible action on matters discussed.

• Approval of August 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of financial reports and funding verification
• Board member insurance renewal discussion
• FY 2021-2022 budget items discussion
• Discussion of 3514 Lobit Drive property

The board approved the FY 2021 amendment and FY 2022 budget, along with financial reports, meeting minutes, and an insurance renewal. Several agenda items were skipped, including discussion of 3514 Lobit Drive and executive session matters. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of August 19, 2021 meeting with corrections (4-0)
• Approved financial reports/updates with corrections (4-0)
• Approved board member insurance renewal (4-0)
• Approved FY 2021 amendment and FY 2022 budget (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Dickinson Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a minimal agenda. The only substantive item is an update on future and past projects, followed by adjournment. The agenda contains no specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings for this session.

• Update on Future and Past Projects
• Meeting adjournment

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change from Conventional Residential to General Commercial for 5304 Highway 3 and approved a Specific Use Permit for a Boat/RV Storage Facility on N. FM 646 Road. Both decisions passed with votes of 7-0 and 6-1 respectively. The commission also discussed potential changes to its meeting date and time but took no action.

• Approved zone change from CR to GC at 5304 Highway 3 (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for Boat/RV Storage Facility on N. FM 646 Road (6-1)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is meeting to consider financial transfers, a TEXPOOL signer change, and two economic development incentive agreements totaling $500,000. The board will also discuss and possibly act on a separation agreement for Executive Director Scott Jones and hiring an interim director.

• Transfer of $73,189.92 in August AP/Payroll funds and $10,920.00 administrative fee to City of Dickinson
• Resolution to change TEXPOOL authorized signers
• $200,000 incentive to Flying Rhino Brewing Company, LLC for brewery/restaurant complex
• $300,000 incentive to Tanat Investments, LLC et al. for Hughes Road Business Park
• Separation/severance agreement for Executive Director Scott Jones and hiring of interim CEO

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved a $200,000 incentive for Flying Rhino Brewing Company, LLC and a $300,000 incentive for Tanat Investments, LLC and related entities for the Hughes Road Business Park, both with performance agreements. The board also approved transferring $73,189.92 in August AP/Payroll funds and a $10,920 administrative fee to the City of Dickinson, and changed TEXPOOL authorized signers. In executive session, the board voted 6-0 to terminate CEO Scott Jones for good cause (President Donley abstained) and unanimously authorized an offer letter for Courtland Holman as Interim CEO for six months.

• Approved transfer of $73,189.92 AP/Payroll funds and $10,920 admin fee to City of Dickinson (7-0)
• Approved resolution changing TEXPOOL authorized signers (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 incentive for Flying Rhino Brewing Company, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 incentive for Hughes Road Business Park developers (4-3)
• Voted to terminate CEO Scott Jones for good cause (6-0, President abstained)
• Authorized offer letter for Courtland Holman as Interim CEO for six months (7-0)

Bayou Animal Services Corporation

The Bayou Animal Services Corporation board will hold a regular meeting to swear in new members, consider adopting revised bylaws, and approve budgets for FY2020-2021 and FY2021-2022. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Swearing in of new board members Nadine Perez and Freda Sawyer
• Adoption of revised Bayou Animal Services Bylaws
• Approval of FY2020-2021 Bayou Animal Services Budget
• Approval of FY2021-2022 Bayou Animal Services Budget

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget, as required by state law. The budget totals $39,654,890 in revenues and $38,796,753 in expenditures, and would raise property taxes by $123,200 (2.46%) over last year. The council is also reviewing the full budget document, which includes all city funds and departments.

• Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 budget
• Property tax increase of $123,200 (2.46%)
• Total budget revenues of $39,654,890
• General fund expenditures of $19,854,739
• Street maintenance fund expenditures of $5,355,100

City Council

This is a procedural work session agenda for the Dickinson City Council. It lists attendees and staff but contains no specific items for discussion or decision.

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation special meeting scheduled for September 13, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The cancellation notice was posted at City Hall before the meeting time. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Special meeting cancelled

Bayou Animal Services Corporation

The Bayou Animal Services Corporation of Dickinson is holding a regular meeting to swear in new board members, consider adopting revised bylaws, and approve budgets for FY2020-2021 and FY2021-2022. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Swearing in of new board members Nadine Perez and Freda Sawyer
• Consideration of revised Bayou Animal Services Bylaws
• Approval of FY2020-2021 budget
• Approval of FY2021-2022 budget

Bayou Animal Services Corporation

The Bayou Animal Services Corporation board will hold a regular meeting to consider adopting revised bylaws and approving the FY2020-2021 and FY2021-2022 budgets. The agenda also includes swearing in new board members and public comments.

• Adoption of revised Bayou Animal Services Bylaws
• Approval of FY2020-2021 Bayou Animal Services Budget
• Approval of FY2021-2022 Bayou Animal Services Budget
• Swearing in of new board members Nadine Perez and Freda Sawyer

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation holds a special meeting to consider budget revisions for FY2020-21 and adoption of the proposed FY2021-22 budget. The board will also hold a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding CEO Scott Jones, then reconvene for possible action. Public participation by phone or video is no longer allowed; meetings are broadcast for listening only.

• Executive session on personnel matters regarding CEO Scott Jones
• Possible action on FY2020-2021 budget revisions
• Possible adoption of proposed FY2021-2022 budget
• Public input by phone/video discontinued; listen-only via GoToMeeting

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a special meeting and voted unanimously to place CEO Scott Jones on 14-day paid administrative leave pending negotiation of a mutual separation agreement. The board also approved the FY 2020-2021 budget with a 3% administrative services increase and the FY 2021-2022 budget with specified amendments. No action was taken on appointing an interim director.

• Placed CEO Scott Jones on 14-day paid administrative leave (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 budget with 3% administrative services increase (5-0)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 budget with amendments including $15,000 demolition allowance and $530,000 for Cedar Oaks Sussan property (5-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is holding a workshop meeting to discuss its proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget. The agenda includes only this budget presentation and discussion, along with call to order and adjournment. Public participation by phone or video is no longer allowed; the public may only listen or view the meeting.

• Proposed FY 2021-2022 budget presentation and discussion
• Change in public participation: no phone/video input, listen-only via GoToMeeting

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and the revised FY 2020-2021 budget. Suggested changes for FY 2021-2022 included a 3% increase for Administrative Services, a $15,000 allocation for Demotion Services, an adjusted Administrative Services amount of $41,375, a modified Cedar Oaks/Sussan property amount of $530,000, and Economic Development Grants adjusted to $400,000. No formal vote was taken on the budget; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Reviewed proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and revised FY 2020-2021 budget
• Suggested 3% increase for Administrative Services for FY 2021-2022
• Suggested $15,000 allocation for Demotion Services
• Suggested Administrative Services amount revised to $41,375
• Suggested Cedar Oaks/Sussan property modified to $530,000
• Suggested Economic Development Grants adjusted to $400,000
• Adjourned workshop at 7:11 p.m. (motion passed 5-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, interlocal agreements, and an amicus brief. It also approved a special assessment ordinance for Public Improvement District No. 4 (Bayou Bend Estates) on first reading, and approved amendments to the FY 2020-2021 budget. The council recommended approval of the DEDC revised FY 20-21 budget with a $5,000 compensation cut, but failed to approve the FY 21-22 budget due to a tie vote. It tabled GCAD board nominations and approved a performance agreement with REME Companies for the I-45/Water Street property.

• Approved consent agenda items A-H, including minutes, interlocal agreements, and an amicus brief.
• Approved Ordinance levying special assessments for PID #4 (Bayou Bend Estates) on first reading.
• Approved Ordinance amending FY 2020-2021 budget, including ARP funds and disaster reimbursements.
• Recommended approval of DEDC revised FY 20-21 budget, striking $5,000 compensation expenditure.
• Failed to approve DEDC FY 21-22 budget (3-3 tie), with motion to strike executive director compensation.
• Tabled nominations for Galveston Central Appraisal District board (5-1).
• Approved execution of Performance Agreement for I-45/Water Street property with REME Companies.

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a regular meeting with a full agenda. The main substantive item is the DEDC CEO report for August 2021, which details ongoing economic development projects, property management, and business recruitment efforts. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings, but no other major decisions are listed.

• DEDC report: Project Greenleaf (3 buildings, 19k sf commercial on I-45 acreage), Project Water Street/I-45 ($3M EDA grant application), Project Grocer (renovation of Zeigler's Grocery on FM 517), Project Rhino (brewpub on FM 517 W), Project Beer (microbrewery relocation)
• DEDC subleased 2 office suites at 1621 FM 517 Rd. E Suite A to HigherUp Texas and Gracious Hearts Home Care, collected a year's rent in advance from HigherUp
• DEDC seeking feedback on conceptual drawings for 4418 Illinois Street property
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2021 Special Workshop and Regular meetings
• No other action items listed on the agenda

The Dickinson City Council held a special workshop to review the proposed FY 2022 budget, including the proposed tax rate for Tax Year 2021, employee additions, and noteworthy expenditures. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. The council adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Reviewed proposed FY 2022 budget and tax rate (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to enter closed executive session for consultation with the attorney on pending litigation and to discuss personnel matters regarding the Chief Executive Officer. The board may reconvene to consider possible action on items discussed in executive session. No other substantive agenda items are listed.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.072 (attorney consultation on litigation)
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 (CEO personnel matters)
• Possible action on executive session items

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a special meeting on August 23, 2021, and voted unanimously to place CEO Scott Jones on a six-month communication and performance improvement plan, with terms to be finalized at the next meeting and an evaluation at the end of the period. The board also adjourned after the vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved placing CEO Scott Jones on a 6-month communication and performance improvement plan (6-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (6-0)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board will consider funding requests from the Dickinson Police Department ($250,000 for Motorola Solutions law enforcement software) and the Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department ($171,600 total for a first responder vehicle, rescue tools, generator, and air bags). The board will also discuss its bylaws, FY 2021-2022 budget items, and a property at 3514 Lobit Drive, and may enter executive session for real property deliberation.

• Police request: $250,000 for Motorola Solutions software
• Fire request: $60,000 first responder vehicle, $68,000 rescue tools, $28,000 generator, $15,600 air bags
• Discussion of DMD #1 bylaws
• FY 2021-2022 budget items
• Item 3514 Lobit Drive, Dickinson, TX

The Dickinson Management District #1 board approved funding for a police emergency response software system (up to $250,000) and for the volunteer fire department ($231,600 for vehicles, tools, generator, and air bags). The board also approved minutes, financial reports, bylaw amendments, and an appraisal for property at 3514 Lobit Drive. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2021 meeting with corrections (4-0)
• Approved financial reports and updates (4-0)
• Approved up to $250,000 for police emergency response software system (4-0)
• Approved $231,600 for Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department equipment (4-0)
• Approved amendments to Dickinson Management District #1 Bylaws (4-0)
• Approved appraisal for property at 3514 Lobit Drive (4-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council met in a special session on August 17, 2021, primarily to hold an executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, and 551.087. After reconvening, the council took no action on matters discussed in executive session because the agenda language did not allow for action. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Held executive session for legal, real property, and economic development discussions
• Took no action on executive session matters due to agenda restrictions
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (6-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on funding for Project Rhino, a commercial business at 1126 FM 517 West. The board will also consider approving a revised FY2020-2021 budget, transferring funds to the City of Dickinson, and authorizing a $3,000,000 EDA grant application for a public parking garage. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property and economic development negotiations.

• Public hearing on potential funding for Project Rhino at 1126 FM 517 West
• Approval of revised FY2020-2021 DEDC budget
• Transfer of $9,750.00 and $61,615.62 to City of Dickinson operating account (tabled from July 19)
• Transfer of $4,160.00 for FY2021 Debt Service and $39,959.90 for July AP/Payroll
• Authorization to apply for $3,000,000 EDA Reimbursement Grant for Water Street Parking Garage

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved the Water Street project subject to changes discussed in executive session and pending attorney concurrence, with a 6-0 vote (one abstention). The board also approved fund transfers to the City of Dickinson, authorized an EDA grant application for a parking garage, and tabled the revised FY2020-2021 budget after a board member raised concerns about a $5,000 bonus payment to the CEO. A special meeting was scheduled for August 23, 2021, to discuss the CEO's employment.

• Approved Water Street project (6-0, Wilburn abstained)
• Approved transfer of $9,750.00 and $61,615.62 to City of Dickinson (7-0)
• Approved transfer of $4,160.00 and $39,959.90 to City of Dickinson (7-0)
• Authorized application for $3,000,000 EDA grant for parking garage (7-0)
• Tabled revised FY2020-2021 budget for further discussion
• Tabled financial policies and procedures amendment for workshop
• Tabled board/CEO roles discussion for workshop
• Scheduled special meeting for August 23, 2021 on CEO employment (4-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved two resolutions. The first authorizes Galveston County to conduct the city's November 2 special election. The second orders the special election to fill an unexpired term for City Council Position No. 1 and appoints election judges. Both motions passed 6-0.

• Approved Resolution 1907-2021 authorizing Galveston County to conduct the Nov. 2 special election (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1906-2021 ordering the Nov. 2 special election for City Council Position No. 1 and appointing election judges (6-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting with no action items listed; the agenda consists of monthly staff reports from departments including animal services, community development, EMS, facilities, fire marshal, library, municipal court, and police. The most notable item is the repeal of the Hwy 3 Overlay District, which was brought back to Council for the third time and finally repealed.

• Repeal of the Hwy 3 Overlay District
• Zone change request for 351 FM 646 N (NC to GC)
• Final plat for Bayou Bend, Sec. 5 (commercial & townhome sites)
• Final plat for C-Store at 2704 Dickinson Ave. (gas station, convenience store, laundromat)
• EMS July collections: $28,977.79

The Dickinson City Council approved the 2021 appraisal roll, a no-new-revenue tax rate of $0.404583 per $100 valuation, and a zoning change for about 1.244 acres south of FM 517 and east of FM 646 from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial. The council also approved board nominations for Bayou Animal Services and the Board of Adjustments, and appointed Natasha Hinton as City Secretary after executive session. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved 2021 appraisal roll (6-0)
• Approved no-new-revenue tax rate of $0.404583 per $100 valuation (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.244 acres south of FM 517 and east of FM 646 from NC to GC (6-0)
• Nominated Sean Skipworth to Bayou Animal Services Board (6-0)
• Nominated Nadine Perez and Frida Sawyer to Bayou Animal Services Board (6-0)
• Nominated Garland Copeland to Board of Adjustments (6-0)
• Appointed Natasha Hinton as City Secretary (6-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council held a special workshop to review preliminary documents for the FY 2021-2022 budget. City Manager Theo Melancon presented the materials and answered questions, but no formal action was taken on the budget. The meeting adjourned after the discussion.

• Reviewed preliminary FY 2021-2022 budget documents (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a regular meeting with the main agenda item being the DEDC CEO report, which includes public hearings for two economic development projects: Project Greenleaf and Project Water Street/I-45. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports.

• Public hearing for Project Greenleaf: 19,000 sq ft commercial development on I-45 acreage
• Public hearing for Project Water Street/I-45: awaiting $3M EDA grant for public parking garage
• DEDC subleased office suites at 1621 FM 517 Rd. E Suite A to HigherUp Texas and Gracious Hearts Home Care
• Project Grocer: renovation/re-opening of hurricane-damaged Zeigler's Grocery on FM 517
• Food truck ordinance passed City Council review by majority vote

The Dickinson City Council approved several items including a rezoning at 351 FM 646, a final plat for Bayou Bend, a C-Store plat, a management agreement with the Dickinson Historical Society, and a contract extension for Pin Oak Paving. The council initially rejected the library improvement bid, then voted to reject all bids and re-bid with a new scope of work. Consent agenda was approved 5-1 with one abstention noted.

• Approved consent agenda including July 13 minutes (5-1, Deats nay)
• Approved final plat for Bayou Bend Reserve C commercial/townhome (6-0)
• Approved final plat for C-Store at 2704 Dickinson Ave (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 351 FM 646 from NC to GC, first reading (6-0)
• Rejected library improvement bid #2104 (0-6), then rejected all bids and re-bid (6-0)
• Approved management agreement with Dickinson Historical Society (6-0)
• Approved Huitt-Zollars construction management extension for Pin Oak (4-2)
• Approved ordinances repealing Highway 3 Overlay and creating Mobile Food Vendor regs (6-0 each)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Dickinson Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider approving two final plats (Bayou Bend Commercial/Townhome and C-Store at Dickinson Ave.), conduct a public hearing and vote on a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial at 351 FM 646 N, and handle routine items like minutes and officer elections. The meeting will be conducted remotely due to COVID-19.

• Final Plat for Bayou Bend, Commercial (Lots 1 & 2) and Townhome Sites (Lot 3), replat of Reserve C (6.919 acres)
• Final Plat of C-Store at Dickinson Ave. Subdivision, north 4.3721 acres of Lot 24 Nichol's Addition
• Public hearing and action on zone change ZCN-2021-0674 from NC to GC at 351 FM 646 N (approx. 1.244 acres)
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2021 regular meeting
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold two public hearings on potential funding for proposed economic development projects, Project Greenleaf and Project Water Street. The board will also discuss the CEO's report, a financial report, a request to transfer funds to the City of Dickinson, and a possible extension of an exterior improvement grant. Public participation by phone or video is no longer allowed; meetings are listen-only via GoToMeeting.

• Public hearing on potential funding for Project Greenleaf
• Public hearing on potential funding for Project Water Street
• Transfer of $61,615.62 and $9,750.00 in June 2021 AP/Payroll funds from DEDC operating account to City of Dickinson operating account
• Extension of DEDC Exterior Improvement Reimbursement Grant for Joseph Kelly, owner of JLKSSC Inc. / Park Place Apartments
• Financial report for month ending May 31, 2021, and DEDC account statements for BBVA, Capital One, and TEXPOOL

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved a six-month extension for Joseph Kelly's Exterior Improvement Reimbursement Grant for Park Place Apartments, with a 6-1 vote. The board also held public hearings on two potential projects, Project Greenleaf and Project Water Street, but took no action on them. A request to transfer funds to the City of Dickinson was tabled.

• Approved a six-month extension for Joseph Kelly's Exterior Improvement Reimbursement Grant for Park Place Apartments (6-1 vote).
• Tabled the request to transfer $9,750.00 and $61,615.62 in June 2021 AP/Payroll funds to the City of Dickinson's operating account.
• Held public hearings on Project Greenleaf and Project Water Street; no action was taken on either project.

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board will hold a regular meeting to consider funding requests, review and possibly amend its organizational bylaws, and discuss a property at 3514 Lobit Drive. The board will also swear in new members, approve minutes and financial reports, and may enter a closed executive session to deliberate on real property. The meeting will be broadcast via Zoom, but telephone participation is no longer allowed.

• Consideration of funding requests under the district's sponsorship/grant application process
• Discussion and possible action on the district's organizational bylaws, including board terms and meeting schedule
• Discussion and possible action concerning 3514 Lobit Drive, Dickinson, Texas 77539
• Oath of office and swearing in of board members Johnnie Simpson, Jr. and Brittany Bishop
• Approval of minutes from May 20 and June 17, 2021 meetings

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is meeting for its regular July 13, 2021 session. The agenda consists primarily of staff reports for June 2021, including updates from the municipal court, community development, animal services, fire marshal, library, and a monthly financial report. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely informational and procedural.

• Municipal court report: 206 filed violations, $48,323.11 in fees/fines paid in June
• Community development: zone change request for 9.34-acre tract at S. FM-517 by W. FM-646 from Rural Residential to General Commercial with SUP for boat/RV storage
• Library report: summer reading program 'Tails & Tales' with 134 participants, extended hours
• Animal services: 290 total live intakes, 53 live outcomes in June
• Financial report: FY2021 YTD actuals show sales tax at 79.45% of budget, property tax at 112.01%

The Dickinson City Council approved a rezoning of approximately 9.34 acres south of FM 517 and west of FM 646 from Rural Residential to General Commercial on second reading (5-2). The council also repealed the Highway 3 Overlay District, approved a mobile food vendor ordinance, and authorized a remodel of the Public Works facility. All other agenda items, including consent agenda, interlocal agreement amendment, and RFP authorization, passed unanimously.

• Approved rezoning 9.34 acres to General Commercial (5-2)
• Repealed Highway 3 Overlay District (7-0)
• Approved mobile food vendor ordinance (7-0)
• Approved Public Works facility remodel (7-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 to interlocal agreement with WCID #1 (7-0)
• Authorized RFP/RFQ for American Rescue Plan services (7-0)
• Renumbered DEDC committee positions (7-0)
• Nominated Robert Donley and Matthew Sabatier to DEDC (5-2 and 7-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Dickinson City Council, held primarily to enter a closed executive session. The council will discuss pending litigation with the city attorney and deliberate on the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the City Manager. After reconvening, the council may consider and take possible action on matters discussed in the closed session, then adjourn.

• Closed executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 (attorney consultation on pending litigation)
• Closed executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 (personnel matter regarding City Manager)
• Possible action on matters discussed in executive session

The Dickinson City Council met in special session on June 22, 2021, and immediately entered executive session to discuss pending litigation and the city manager's employment. After reconvening, the council handled action items from the executive session but took no public votes on them. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous 7-0 vote.

• Adjourned the special meeting at 7:00 p.m. with a unanimous 7-0 vote.

City Council

The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) Board of Directors will consider a consent agenda totaling over $8.8 million in contracts, including continuation of the Tow and Go Program, equipment purchases, and solid waste management grants. The board will also review financial reports, an audit, and several workforce and environmental contracts. This is a routine monthly meeting with multiple action items.

• Tow and Go Program interlocal agreement with City of Houston: $4,020,000
• Solid waste management program contract with TCEQ: $2,013,328
• BakerRipley Career Office contract increase: $2,200,000 (total $25,600,000)
• Clean Rivers Program water quality monitoring contract: $1,931,230
• Construction Career Collaborative workforce training contract: $364,511

The Dickinson City Council approved a zoning change for approximately 9.34 acres south of FM 517 and west of FM 646 from Rural Residential (RR) to General Commercial (GC) with a 4-3 vote. The council then denied a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a boat/RV storage facility on the same property in a 3-4 vote. The council also approved several other items, including an assessment for Public Improvement District Number Three, a temporary closure agreement for the Fourth of July parade, funding for the Blue Heron Project, and multiple board appointments.

• Approved rezoning of 9.34 acres from RR to GC (4-3)
• Denied Specific Use Permit for boat/RV storage facility (3-4)
• Approved assessment for PID Number Three (Bayou Maison) (7-0)
• Approved temporary closure agreement for Fourth of July parade (7-0)
• Approved funding for Blue Heron Project (7-0)
• Approved Johnnie Simpson to DMD Position 4 (4-3)
• Approved Brittany Bishop to DMD Position 5 (5-2)
• Approved contract with Theo Melancon as City Manager (7-0)

Economic Development Corporation

This is a workshop meeting of the Dickinson Economic Development Corporation. The agenda contains only certification of the meeting notice and accessibility information, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a workshop to receive an update from Catalyst Commercial on the development of a strategic plan. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed priorities including business recruitment, sales tax growth, and community amenities. A draft plan is expected within weeks.

• Adjourned the workshop at 6:30 p.m. (motion passed 6-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is holding a regular meeting to discuss the CEO's report on business development, review financial reports, and consider approving a transfer of $84,438.49 from its operating account to the City of Dickinson's operating account. The board will also receive an update on the city's Economic Development Strategic Plan and hold a closed executive session to discuss economic development negotiations with a business prospect referred to as Project Greenleaf.

• Transfer of $50,464.93 (April) and $33,973.56 (May 2021) from DEDC operating account to City of Dickinson operating account
• Financial report for month ending April 30, 2021 and DEDC account statements for BBVA, Capital One, and TEXPOOL
• Update on Dickinson's Economic Development Strategic Plan by Catalyst Commercial
• Closed executive session under Texas Government Code 551.087 to discuss Project Greenleaf
• CEO's report on business development, prospecting, marketing, property management, and projects

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved transferring $84,438.49 in AP/Payroll activity from its operating account to the City of Dickinson's operating account for April and May 2021. The board also directed staff to prepare a Performance Agreement for Project Greenleaf, a business prospect discussed in executive session, for the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were briefings or discussions.

• Approved transfer of $50,464.93 (April) and $33,973.56 (May) from DEDC operating account to City of Dickinson (6-0)
• Directed staff to work on a Performance Agreement for Project Greenleaf (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Dickinson Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several development-related items, including a preliminary plat, two site development plans, and a zoning change request. A public hearing will be held for the zoning change from Rural Residential to General Commercial on approximately 9.34 acres.

• Preliminary Plat for Bayou Bend, Sec. 5
• On-Site Development Plan for JJ's Car Wash at 404 W. FM 517
• On-Site Development Plan for Donut Shop at 1028 FM 517/Bentwood Bay Dr.
• Public hearing on zone change (ZCN-2021-0559) from RR to GC on ~9.34 acres, Abstract 1 Lot 145

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a special meeting on June 15, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. The agenda is limited to an executive (closed) session to consult with the city attorney about pending litigation and to discuss personnel matters regarding the city manager, followed by possible action on those discussions. No other business is listed.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 for attorney consultation on pending litigation
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 for discussion of appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the City Manager
• Possible action on matters discussed in executive session

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is meeting for its regular session on June 8, 2021. The agenda includes an invocation, pledge of allegiance, and departmental status reports, with the main substantive item being the April 2021 monthly financial report. The report details general fund revenues and expenditures, showing year-to-date revenues at 70.55% of the adopted budget and expenditures at 58.4%.

• April 2021 financial report: general fund revenues at $12,494,159.55 (70.55% of budget)
• Sales tax revenue YTD at $5,799,673.04 (79.45% of budget)
• Property tax revenue YTD at $4,603,403.27 (111.06% of budget)
• Building permits YTD at $300,449.54 (93.89% of budget)
• Police department expenses YTD at $2,489,397.83 (58.02% of budget)

The Dickinson City Council approved the final assessment for Bayou Maison Section Three in Public Improvement District Number Three, covering roads, drainage, and other improvements. The council also approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Dickinson Police Officers Association for June 8 through September 30, 2021, and a one-year license agreement for Festival of Lights to store equipment on city property, later amended to five years. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Bayou Maison Section Three PID assessment ordinance (7-0)
• Approved police collective bargaining agreement through Sept 30, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Festival of Lights storage license agreement, one year (7-0)
• Amended Festival of Lights agreement to five years (7-0)
• Tabled approval of May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation held a special meeting on June 7, 2021, where new board members Joe Wilburn and Kevin Edmonds were sworn into office. The board entered a closed executive session to discuss real property but reconvened with no items to discuss. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Swore in new board members Joe Wilburn and Kevin Edmonds
• Held closed executive session on real property (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Employee Benefits Trust

This is the agenda for the Dickinson, TX Employee Benefits Trust meeting on May 25, 2021. The only content is a standard Americans with Disabilities Act accommodation notice, with no specific decisions or discussion items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural boilerplate.

• ADA accommodation notice only; no agenda items provided

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a regular meeting with a full agenda. The main substantive item is the Dickinson Economic Development Corporation (DEDC) CEO report, which covers ongoing business recruitment, property development projects, and incentive requests. The agenda also includes a Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) board meeting packet with numerous funding and contract authorizations, plus approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• DEDC report: Project Greenleaf (3 buildings, 11k sf commercial) requesting incentives; Project Grocer (renovation of Zeigler's Grocery on FM 517); Project Rhino (brewpub on FM 517 W) nearing funding request
• DEDC report: Water Street/I-45 development awaiting $3M EDA grant for public parking garage; developer and DEDC attorneys negotiating development agreement
• DEDC report: Hughes Road 46 acres single-family developer under contract, requesting City development assistance
• H-GAC consent agenda: law enforcement training contract up to $932,400; TMDL projects contract up to $2,000,000; workforce financial monitoring contracts up to $975,000
• H-GAC consent agenda: applications for Elder Justice ($407,286), Abuse in Later Life ($324,845), Regional Juvenile Services ($136,126), Homeland Security Planning ($192,340)

The Dickinson City Council approved several routine items including employee benefits insurance, an emergency operations ordinance, grant applications, and an interlocal health agreement. It also made appointments to various boards, but failed to approve DMD board nominations due to lack of a motion or second. The council discussed but took no action on the Highway 3 Overlay District, instead scheduling future discussion.

• Approved consent agenda including May 11 minutes and Resolution 1902-2021 for employee benefits (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 975-2021 amending emergency operations chapter (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1900-2021 for grant submission (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1901-2021 for 2021 COPS Hiring Program grant application (6-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Galveston County Health District (6-0)
• Failed to approve DMD Board nominations for Position 4 and 5 (no motion/second)
• Appointed ex-officio members to EDC, DMD, and P&Z (5-1, 5-1, 6-0)
• Appointed Joe Wilburn and Kevin Edmonds to EDC Board (4-3 each)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District will hold a regular meeting to consider several financial matters, including a request for storm-damaged housing repair assistance, the purchase of land behind the Dickinson Public Library, and a city request for street project funding. The board will also appoint officers, swear in new members, and approve minutes and financial reports. The meeting will be conducted remotely due to COVID-19.

• Request for financial assistance from Galveston County Long Term Recovery for storm-damaged housing repair
• Purchase of land behind the Dickinson Public Library
• City request for funding for street projects
• Appointment of board officers (President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary)
• Oath of office for new board members Charles Suderman, Perry Fulcher, Nita Clements

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board is holding a workshop meeting to discuss proposed rules for requesting financial assistance from the district and to review proposed operating by-laws. No final decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion only. The meeting will be held remotely via phone and video conference due to COVID-19 precautions.

• Review of proposed application and rules for requesting financial assistance from the Management District
• Review of proposed Dickinson Management District No. 1 Operation By-laws
• Meeting held via teleconference and video conference (Zoom) with public dial-in numbers provided

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will discuss the CEO's report on business development, marketing, and property management, along with employee hours and overtime. The board will also review financial reports for February and March 2021. Action items include a $26,027.43 payment to TXDOT for the Historic GH&H Railroad Depot Restoration and a resolution authorizing officers to move or consolidate DEDC financial assets. The board will hold a closed executive session on real property matters.

• Payment of $26,027.43 to TXDOT Trust Fund for Dickinson Historic GH&H Railroad Depot Restoration
• Resolution authorizing President Robert Donley and CEO Scott Jones to enter alternate banking agreements and consolidate financial assets
• Discussion of CEO report on business development, prospecting, marketing, property management, and projects
• Discussion of DEDC employee hours and overtime
• Financial reports for months ending February 28 and March 31, 2021

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved a $26,027.43 payment to the TXDOT Trust Fund for the Historic GH&H Railroad Depot Restoration, and passed a resolution authorizing the president and CEO to move or consolidate DEDC financial assets into alternate banking institutions. The board also approved the March 15, 2021 meeting minutes. No public comments were made, and the board held a closed executive session on real property but took no action afterward.

• Approved $26,027.43 payment to TXDOT Trust Fund for depot restoration (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing alternate banking agreements and asset consolidation (5-0)
• Approved March 15, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is receiving monthly staff reports from departments including community development, municipal court, EMS, fire marshal, and the library. A proposed repeal of the Hwy 3 Overlay District is slated for a public hearing and consideration by the Planning & Zoning Commission on May 18 and by Council on May 25. The agenda is primarily informational, with no formal votes or action items listed.

• Proposed repeal/revision of Hwy 3 Overlay District, reverting to General Commercial (GC) zoning
• Preliminary plat for 3019 Dickinson Ave. (lease space/restaurant)
• Final plat for 15-lot residential development at NE corner of Deats by Lobit Dr.
• Re-plat of 2 tracts at 600 & 810 Deats Rd.
• City to consider abandoning 0.163-acre, 50-ft wide ROW along Ave. 'L'

The Dickinson City Council held a regular meeting on May 11, 2021, and took action on several items. The council approved the minutes from the April 27 meeting and approved the first reading of an ordinance revising emergency operations personnel classifications. A motion to appoint Councilmember Wilson and Mayor Skipworth as voting members of the Economic Development Corporation Board failed with a 2-5 vote. The council also heard a presentation on the FM 517 widening project and discussed future agenda items.

• Approved minutes of April 27, 2021 regular meeting (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance XXX-2021 amending Chapter 10, Emergency Operations (7-0)
• Motion to appoint Councilmember Wilson and Mayor Skipworth to EDC Board as voting members failed (2-5)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council regular meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being an update on activities of the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC). The agenda includes standard items like call to order, invocation, and attendance, but no other specific action items are listed for the council's own decision.

• Update on Houston-Galveston Area Council activities, including H-GAC board agenda items such as $19,280,028 for adult education contracts and $7,000,000 for workforce payrolling
• H-GAC consent agenda includes $465,000 Clean Cities Program agreement and $250,000 hurricane preparedness media campaign
• H-GAC resolution honoring retiring board member Natalie Picha of Seabrook

The Dickinson City Council approved a resolution updating EMS fees for the first time since 2011, and approved three nominations to the DMD Board. They also accepted a change order for the Nicholstone Paving and Drainage project, approved participation in the Cemetery Road Maintenance Program, and moved the Buyout and Acquisition Program to public comment with a modification.

• Approved Resolution 1899-2021 updating EMS fees (7-0)
• Approved Charles Suderman to DMD Board Position 1 (5-2)
• Approved Perry Fulcher to DMD Board Position 2 (4-3)
• Approved Nita Clements to DMD Board Position 3 (7-0)
• Accepted change order for Nicholstone Paving and Drainage project (7-0)
• Approved proceeding to public comment for Buyout and Acquisition Program with modification to Dickinson City limits (7-0)
• Approved participation in Cemetery Road Maintenance Program with Galveston County and Santa Fe (7-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will consider approving minutes from a joint meeting with City Council, hear the CEO's report, and receive an introduction from Catalyst Commercial about the Economic Development Strategic Plan process. The board will also hold a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters and real property, then reconvene to consider any action on those items.

• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2021 joint meeting with City Council
• Introduction by Eric Davis and Jason Claunch of Catalyst Commercial on the Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 (personnel) and 551.072 (real property)
• Possible action on items discussed in executive session

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved the minutes from its March 2, 2021 regular meeting. The board also received a briefing from Catalyst Commercial on the Economic Development Strategic Plan kickoff and held a closed executive session on personnel and real property matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 2, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Heard CEO report on current projects
• Discussed Economic Development Strategic Plan with Catalyst Commercial
• Held closed session on personnel and real property

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board is meeting to consider several operational items, including proposed procedural by-laws, applications for financial assistance from local organizations, and the formation of citizen committees to address Community Survey results. The board will also discuss its relationship with the City Council and consider board member applications and appointments. The meeting will be held remotely via phone and video conference due to COVID-19.

• Discussion and possible action on proposed procedural by-laws for DMD operations
• Discussion and possible action on applications for financial assistance from local educational, nonprofit, or civic organizations
• Discussion and possible action on forming citizen committees to address Community Survey results
• Discussion and possible action on board member applications and appointments
• Executive session for personnel matters regarding board member appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting with no action items listed. The agenda consists of staff reports from the library, municipal court, public works, and community development, covering routine operations and ongoing projects. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Library staff report: FEMA assistance, Galveston Food Bank Kidz Pacz program, Summer Reading Program, and building foundation repairs pending Council bid approval
• Municipal court report: March 2021 filings (113), completions (731), fines/fees paid ($55,866.33), and warrant activity
• Public works report: 126 potholes filled, 10,200 tons asphalt used, 48 street signs repaired
• Community development: zone change request at 4213 42nd St. from CR to SR for high-density residential
• Dickinson Bayou Watershed Study final report to be published soon

The Dickinson City Council approved a specific use permit for a new express car wash on FM 517 (Item 9) and rezoned property at 2704 Dickinson Avenue from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial (Item 10), both by 5-2 votes. The council also approved the consent agenda (with one item pulled for a correction), a resolution updating the city's TexPool authorized representatives, and a resolution opposing TNMP's rate increase request. Bill Schick was nominated as alternate to the Dickinson Bayou Watershed Steering Committee. No executive session was held.

• Approved specific use permit for express car wash on FM 517 (5-2)
• Approved rezoning of 2704 Dickinson Avenue to General Commercial (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda items A, B, C, E (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda item D with corrected wording (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1897-2021 updating authorized representatives (7-0)
• Approved Resolution opposing TNMP rate increase, joining coalition (7-0)
• Nominated Bill Schick to Watershed Steering Committee (7-0)

Dickinson Management District

This is a special joint meeting of the Dickinson Management District and the Dickinson City Council. The agenda contains only certification of the meeting notice posting and standard accessibility information; no specific business items are listed.

• Meeting notice posted at City Hall, 4403 Highway 3, Dickinson, Texas

City Council

This is a special joint City Council meeting agenda. The agenda text provided contains only administrative notices about the meeting posting and ADA accommodations, with no specific items listed. The meeting is scheduled for March 30, 2021, at City Hall.

• Meeting posted at City Hall, 4403 Highway 3, Dickinson, Texas
• ADA accommodations available with 24-hour notice via City Secretary's office

The Dickinson City Council held a special joint meeting with the Dickinson Management District to discuss their respective visions and resolve disagreements. The discussion covered the district's role, budget priorities, and the College of the Mainland scholarship program, but no formal decisions were made. The council also discussed appointments to the Management District, with three terms expired, but no new names were presented and no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Adjourned the special joint meeting with a unanimous 6-0 vote.
• Discussed the vision and role of the Dickinson Management District, including its budget and relationship with the City Council.
• Discussed the College of the Mainland Promise Scholarship Program, with some council members expressing concerns.
• Discussed appointments to the Dickinson Management District, noting three terms have expired and requesting new nominations.
• No formal action was taken on the Management District's budget or the scholarship program.

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a regular meeting with reports from the Houston-Galveston Area Council, Dickinson Bayou Watershed Partnership, and the Dickinson Economic Development Corporation. The DEDC report covers ongoing projects including a potential $40M-$50M multi-use development near Water Street/I-45, the Project Gator forgivable loan, and several incentive applications. The council will also consider approving minutes from the March 9 meeting and other routine items.

• DEDC report on Water Street/I-45 public parking garage project with $3M EDA grant and $40M-$50M potential development
• Project Gator: forgivable loan approved, funds distributed, grand opening expected late March or early April
• Project Grocer: renovation of Zeigler's Grocery on FM 517, incentive application almost complete
• Project Rhino: brewpub concept on FM 517 W, negotiating performance agreement
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2021 regular meeting

The Dickinson City Council approved two zoning changes: a Specific Use Permit for a new express car wash at 404 W. FM 517 (4-3) and a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial for a gas station/laundromat at 2704 Dickinson Ave (4-3). The council also approved an interlocal agreement with Galveston County WCID #1 for water line improvements, tabled the consent agenda, and voted to instruct staff to work on food truck regulations. A motion to revoke approval of the comprehensive plan failed (2-5).

• Approved SUP for express car wash at 404 W. FM 517 (4-3)
• Approved zone change NC to GC at 2704 Dickinson Ave (4-3)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Galveston County WCID #1 for water line improvements (7-0)
• Tabled consent agenda items for staff review (7-0)
• Approved support for Lady Gator Softball fundraiser (7-0)
• Instructed staff to work with Planning and Zoning on food truck regulations (7-0)
• Motion to revoke comprehensive plan approval failed (2-5)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board will meet virtually to consider a Chamber of Commerce sponsorship request, set guidelines for future civic sponsorships, and hear a presentation from Dickinson Little League Girls' Softball. The board will also discuss operations, board positions, and recent legislation affecting management districts, and may hold a closed session on personnel matters.

• Chamber of Commerce Marketplace Sponsorship request
• Guidelines for future civic sponsorships or donations to local non-profits
• Presentation by Dickinson Little League – Girls' Softball (Jessie Brantley)
• Update on legislation regarding management districts and joint meeting with City Council
• Closed executive session for personnel matters (Section 551.074)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly authorize the Mayor to write a letter to state officials regarding HB 4072, which amends the tax code. The meeting will also include a proclamation for Sergeant Andrew James Creighton Memorial Day. The meeting is conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation available by phone or video.

• Discussion and possible action on authorizing Mayor to write letter to state officials concerning HB 4072 (tax code amendment)
• Proclamation for Sergeant Andrew James Creighton Memorial Day
• Meeting held via teleconference and video conference due to COVID-19
• Public participation via toll-free dial-in numbers and Zoom URL

The Dickinson City Council voted 7-0 to authorize Mayor Sean Skipworth to write a letter to state officials opposing HB 4072, a bill that would amend the tax code and affect the city's sales tax revenue. The council discussed the bill's potential impact, including its effect on the Management District and the possibility of future legal action. The motion passed unanimously.

• Authorized the Mayor to write a letter to state officials opposing HB 4072 (passed 7-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:38 p.m. (passed 7-0).

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation (DEDC) board will consider two competing economic development strategic plans: one proposed by Tony Allender with Hawes Hill & Associates LLP and Halff Associates, Inc., and another by Jason Claunch with Catalyst Commercial, originally proposed June 17, 2020. The board will hold a closed executive meeting to discuss commercial/financial information from business prospects, personnel matters, and attorney consultation, then reconvene to possibly award the strategic plan contract. The board will also consider changing its regular monthly meeting date and time.

• Consideration of economic development strategic plan by Hawes Hill & Associates LLP and Halff Associates, Inc.
• Review of proposed Professional Services Agreement with Catalyst Commercial for a strategic plan
• Closed executive session under Texas Government Code Sections 551.087, 551.074, and 551.071
• Possible action on awarding the Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Discussion of revising the DEDC monthly meeting date and time

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved a motion to hire Catalyst Commercial to execute the Economic Development Strategic Plan, with President Donley authorized to sign the contract. The vote was 4-1, with Vice President Brantley voting no. The board also approved the minutes from the January 19, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made, and the board confirmed that regular meetings will continue on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

• Approved the minutes of the January 19, 2021 regular meeting (5-0).
• Hired Catalyst Commercial to execute the Economic Development Strategic Plan and authorized President Donley to sign the contract (4-1, Brantley dissenting).
• Confirmed that regular monthly meetings will continue on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a special joint meeting with the Dickinson Economic Development Corporation to discuss the EDC's bylaws and an interlocal agreement for employee benefits and administrative services. No votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of briefing and discussion items only.

• Discussion of Dickinson Economic Development Corporation bylaws
• Discussion of EDC and City employee benefits and administrative services interlocal agreement

The Dickinson City Council and Economic Development Corporation held a joint meeting to discuss potential changes to Type B corporation rules, EDC marketing and vision, and possible bylaw revisions. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with plans to create a working document on bylaw changes and gather more data on population thresholds.

• No formal votes taken on substantive items
• Agreed to create a working document on EDC bylaw changes (informal consensus)
• Directed staff to research historical EDC bylaws via Secretary of State
• Adjourned meeting at 7:52 p.m. (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting with one substantive item: discussion and direction on food truck regulations, listed as old business. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including adjournment and standard meeting notices.

• Discussion and direction on food truck regulations (old business)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is meeting to receive monthly status reports from various departments, including the Municipal Court, Public Library, Fire Marshal, Police, Public Works, EMS, and Community Development. The reports cover February 2021 activities, including the impacts of the winter storm and ongoing projects. No votes or decisions are scheduled on these reports.

• Municipal Court collected $34,107.20 in fees and fines in February
• Library reported 472 materials loaned and 80 'Take and Make' craft participants
• Police reported two officers completed field training and two felony suspects apprehended
• Public Works filled 242 potholes and used 8,177.5 tons of asphalt in February
• Community Development reported zone changes for 404 W. FM 517 and 2704 Dickinson Ave.

The Dickinson City Council awarded a recruitment services contract to CPS HR Consulting to find a new city manager, passing 5-2 after a motion to table failed. Council also approved soliciting bids for a standby generator for City Hall, donated a surplus 2008 Ford Expedition to the volunteer fire department, and authorized creating a human resources department. A motion to reappoint Mary Dunbaugh to the Dickinson Management District #1 board failed, and the council instead directed the district to submit three names within 30 days.

• Awarded recruitment contract to CPS HR Consulting (5-2)
• Authorized staff to solicit bids for a standby generator (7-0)
• Approved donation of 2008 Ford Expedition to Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department (7-0)
• Approved boards and commissions application with added short form (4-3)
• Authorized city manager to create human resources department (7-0)
• Reappointment of Mary Dunbaugh to DMD #1 Position 1 failed (3-4)
• Reappointment of Wayne Browne to DMD #1 Position 3 failed (2-5)
• Directed DMD #1 to submit 3 names for board positions within 30 days (7-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss its CEO's report, a financial report for fiscal year 2020-2021, and a possible $10,000 reimbursement grant for Bayou Realtors, Inc. under its Exterior Improvement Reimbursement Grant Program. The board will also discuss the city's Comprehensive Master Plan, DEDC's Strategic Plan, and administrative matters, then hold a closed executive session for legal, economic development, and personnel matters.

• Possible approval of $10,000 reimbursement grant for Bayou Realtors, Inc.
• Discussion of financial report for fiscal year-to-date 2020-2021 ending January 31, 2021
• Discussion of City of Dickinson Comprehensive Master Plan and DEDC Strategic Plan
• Discussion of DEDC bank accounts, administrative services agreement, and accounts payable process
• Closed executive session for pending litigation, economic development negotiations, and CEO evaluation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation approved a $10,000 reimbursement grant for Bayou Realtors, Inc. to upgrade its sign to a digital LED monument. The board also discussed the City's Comprehensive Master Plan and a potential $50,000 contribution, but took no action. Financial report discrepancies with the City were noted, and the board agreed to submit agenda items for a joint meeting with City Council.

• Approved $10,000 Exterior Improvement Reimbursement Grant for Bayou Realtors, Inc. (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Dickinson Board of Adjustments will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two variance requests. The first seeks to reduce the front-yard setback from 25 to 20 feet and the water section from 25 feet to 8 feet 8 inches at 5506 Humble Camp Road. The second requests approval for overhead electrical distribution in the Peacock Isles subdivision at 2010 East FM 517 Road due to flood zone constraints. The board will consider and possibly act on both variances after the hearings.

• Variance 20210104: front-yard setback reduction at 5506 Humble Camp Road
• Variance 20210121: overhead electrical distribution for Peacock Isles at 2010 East FM 517 Road
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2020 regular meeting
• Meeting conducted by telephone conference due to COVID-19; public dial-in provided
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, City Hall, 4403 Highway 3

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly authorize the city manager to terminate the existing benefits consulting agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. and execute a new agreement with HUB International for benefits consulting/broker services. A presentation by HUB International is scheduled. The meeting will be conducted by phone and video conference due to COVID-19.

• Presentation by HUB International on city benefits consulting services
• Possible action to authorize city manager to terminate agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc.
• Possible action to authorize city manager to execute agreement with HUB International for benefits consulting/broker services

The Dickinson City Council voted unanimously to terminate its benefits consulting agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services and to authorize the City Manager to sign a new agreement with HUB International. The decision followed a presentation by HUB International about its services, which include employee surveys, utilization reports, and benefits education. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Authorized City Manager to terminate agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute agreement with HUB International for benefits consulting (7-0)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board is meeting to approve minutes, reappoint board members, accept financial reports, and consider several funding requests and administrative items. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public participation available by phone or video.

• Reappointment of board members M. Dunbaugh, P. Felcher, W. Browne
• Acceptance of ETC Institute contract payment of $5,000 from approved $30,000 contract
• Festival of Lights one-time grant of $25,000
• Sponsorship of Little Italy Festival of North Galveston County for $5,000
• Light Up the Town reimbursement applications totaling $2,578.40

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider extending the disaster declaration issued on February 14, 2021, in response to extreme freezing temperatures. The meeting will be conducted by phone and video conference due to COVID-19. The only substantive item is the ordinance to extend the declaration.

• Ordinance XXX-2021: Extending the disaster declaration issued February 14, 2021, due to extreme freezing temperatures

The Dickinson City Council held an emergency meeting and unanimously approved Ordinance 972-2021, extending the disaster declaration issued on February 14, 2021, in response to extreme freezing temperatures. The extension was amended to run through March 9, 2021, rather than the originally considered February 27 date. The meeting was conducted via telephone and video conference due to COVID-19 social distancing measures.

• Approved Ordinance 972-2021 extending disaster declaration to March 9, 2021 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:07 a.m. (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Dickinson Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request for a specific use permit (SUP) to allow a new express car wash on about 1.4151 acres in the General Commercial district, located south of FM 517 and west of Pabst Road. The commission will also consider approving the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes and discuss food truck regulations as old business.

• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit for new express car wash on 1.4151 acres, Mainland Bank FM 517 Subdivision Phase 2, Block 1, Lot 3R, south of FM 517 and west of Pabst Road
• Zone change from General Commercial (GC) to Specific Use Permit (SUP) for the car wash site
• Approval of minutes from January 19, 2021 regular meeting
• Discussion on food truck regulations (old business)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 9, 2021. The agenda includes an invocation, an attendance list, and a series of monthly staff reports from various departments, including the animal shelter, community development, municipal court, library, fire marshal, police, and public works. The council will also review priorities from a recent workshop, including hiring a city manager and board appointments.

• Animal shelter report: 89 live intakes, 69 live outcomes, 96 animals in shelter as of Jan 31, 2021
• Community development report: 3 properties selected for GLO buyout program (2001 Oleander, 2815 California, 5945 E. FM 517), project on hold
• Municipal court report: $22,778.85 in total fees/fines paid in January
• Library report: 1,551 materials loaned, closed to public since Jan 11 due to construction
• Public works report: 57 potholes filled, 63 signs repaired, 10 vehicles down

The Dickinson City Council approved a grant application for the Crime Victim Assistance Program, authorizing the city to provide 20% matching funds. It also approved aerial mosquito spraying by the Galveston County Mosquito Control District and appointed Councilmember Decker to the Volunteer Firefighters Retirement Board. The council discussed but took no action on repealing the overlay district, referring it to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a public hearing.

• Approved Resolution 1893-2021 for Crime Victim Assistance grant application (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1894-2021 for aerial mosquito spraying (7-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Decker to Volunteer Firefighters Retirement Board (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including minutes with amendments (7-0)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board is holding a workshop meeting to discuss board member terms, officer elections, and a possible expansion of the board from 5 to 7 members. They will also consider how to move board-approved items through the city system and set a regular meeting date, time, and location. The meeting is conducted by phone and video due to COVID-19.

• Discussion of board member terms and election of officers
• Procedure to enlarge board from 5 to 7 members, including applications and approvals
• Process for moving board-approved items through the city system
• Setting a specified meeting date, time, and location

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a special workshop meeting to discuss an update on the local buyout and acquisition contract. The meeting will be conducted remotely due to COVID-19. No formal action is scheduled; the agenda includes only this discussion item.

• Presentation and discussion on Local Buyout and Acquisition Contract Update

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board will meet to consider several action items, including a $25,000 grant for the Dickinson Festival of Lights, a $5,000 purchase of GIS maps and an interactive data dashboard from ETC Institute, engaging legal services, and property exchange/purchase contracts for four properties. The board will also discuss adding staff, developing a district logo, and future meeting schedules. Public comments will be taken.

• $25,000 one-time grant to Dickinson Festival of Lights for repairs and equipment
• $5,000 proposal from ETC Institute for GIS maps and interactive data dashboard
• Engaging legal services for the Dickinson Management District
• Property exchange/purchase contracts for four properties
• Sponsorship for Little Italy Festival of Galveston County

City Council

The Houston-Galveston Area Council Board of Directors will meet to consider routine consent agenda items, including contracts for fleet services equipment, a personnel policy amendment, an aging services contract, and an investment policy. The board will also consider a $8 million funding agreement with TxDOT for the Clean Vehicles Program and discuss legislative principles for the 87th Texas Legislature.

• Authorization of contracts for Fleet Services Equipment with 17 vendors
• Aging services contract with Texas Southern University, not to exceed $70,000
• Local Project Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for Clean Vehicles Program, not to exceed $8,000,000
• Approval of H-GAC Investment Policy
• Discussion on regional legislative principles for the 87th legislative session

The Dickinson City Council approved the final plat for Termini Plaza (6-1), awarded a force-mowing contract to TMG USA, approved a Comcast settlement of $14,899 plus $2,000 in fees, and approved a real estate earnest money agreement for the Armstrong tract after executive session. The council also declined a consent to encroachment for a property on Dakota Street, and tabled approval of the January 21 special meeting minutes until the next meeting.

• Approved Termini Plaza final plat (6-1)
• Awarded force-mowing bid #2014 to TMG USA, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Comcast settlement of $14,899 plus $2,000 in fees (7-0)
• Approved real estate earnest money agreement with Jerry D. Armstrong, Jr. (7-0)
• Declined consent to encroachment for 4528 Dakota Street (7-0)
• Appointed Mayor to Gulf Coast Transit District Board, City Manager as alternate (7-0)
• Nominated Don Johnson to Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Board (7-0)
• Tabled approval of Jan 21 special meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation's regular meeting scheduled for January 25, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. via telephone conference has been cancelled. The cancellation notice was posted at City Hall on January 13, 2021. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Regular meeting of January 25, 2021 cancelled

Bayou Animal Services Corporation

The Bayou Animal Services Corporation board will hold a regular meeting to consider appointing a member to a vacant position, restructuring its bylaws, and reviewing animal control ordinances. The board will also discuss employment and finances, and consider combining its meetings with the Animal Advisory Board. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Appointment of vacant board position
• Bylaw restructuring
• Ordinances for animal control
• Employment and finances
• Combining Animal Advisory Board and Bayou Animal Services meetings

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including the second reading of an ordinance levying a special assessment on property in Public Improvement District No. Two (Bayou Lakes), and other routine matters. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 12 regular meeting, which covered various resolutions and administrative actions.

• Ordinance 970-2021: special assessment for Bayou Lakes PID (second of three readings)
• Resolution 1889-2021: accepting street right-of-way dedications for Bayou Maison Subdivision Section Three
• Resolution 1888-2021: authorizing performance agreement with Gator's Bar & Grill, L.L.C.
• Resolution 1887-2021: professional services agreement with Huitt-Zollars for Pin Oak Paving and Drainage Project
• Approval of minutes from January 12 regular meeting

The Dickinson City Council held a special meeting and workshop to discuss city policies and procedures, including the City Manager form of government, the City Manager search, buyouts and acquisitions, annexation, boards and commissions, and DEDC relations. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and directional, with several items scheduled for future workshops or meetings.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 regular meeting (7-0)
• Scheduled buyout/acquisition workshop for February 2 at 5 pm
• Agreed to include Interim City Manager in RFP rating process for recruiter
• Agreed to review and update board applications and marketing for new members
• Agreed to review and update interlocal agreements and ordinances
• Agreed to explore annexation feasibility with staff analysis
• Agreed to hold joint meeting with DEDC after financial questions are answered

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Dickinson Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider two items: approval of the November 17, 2020 meeting minutes and a request for preliminary plat approval for Termini Plaza, an 8.0237-acre commercial development at 2401 Termini St. The meeting will be conducted remotely via phone and video conference due to COVID-19. The public can participate using the provided dial-in numbers or Zoom link.

• Preliminary plat approval request for Termini Plaza, 8.0237 acres, zoned General Commercial (GC), at 2401 Termini St.
• Approval of minutes from the November 17, 2020 regular meeting
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom and phone due to COVID-19; public participation details provided

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold its regular meeting, primarily approving minutes from prior meetings and hearing the CEO's report. The board will also discuss changing its meeting schedule to only the third Monday of each month. A closed executive session is planned to evaluate the CEO and discuss employment of the Economic Development Coordinator.

• Approval of minutes from Sept 17, 2020 workshop and special meeting
• Approval of minutes from Nov 16 and Dec 14, 2020 regular meetings
• Discussion of meeting only on third Monday of each month unless special meeting needed
• Executive session for CEO evaluation (Texas Gov't Code 551.074)
• Executive session for employment of Economic Development Coordinator

City Council

The Dickinson City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including an economic development agreement with Gator's Bar & Grill, a construction management contract for the Pin Oak paving and drainage project, and a special assessment ordinance for the Bayou Lakes Public Improvement District. The council will also discuss replacing signers on Capital One accounts, developing an RFQ for a permanent city manager, and separating Public Works from Community Services. The agenda includes a closed executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Resolution authorizing business owner performance agreement with Gator's Bar & Grill, L.L.C.
• Resolution approving professional services agreement with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. for construction management on Pin Oak paving and drainage project
• Ordinance levying special assessment on property in Public Improvement District No. Two (Bayou Lakes)
• Discussion on replacing signers on 14 Capital One accounts
• Authorization to develop RFQ for city manager recruitment services

The Dickinson City Council approved all consent agenda items, ordinances, and resolutions on the agenda, including a special assessment for Bayou Lakes, a professional services agreement for the Pin Oak Paving and Drainage Project, and a business performance agreement with Gator's Bar & Grill. The council also voted to separate Public Works from Community Services, changing the latter back to Community Development, and authorized recruitment services for a permanent City Manager. All votes were unanimous except the department separation, which passed 6-1.

• Approved consent agenda minutes (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 970-2021 special assessment for Bayou Lakes PID No. 2 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 971-2021 charter renumbering (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1889-2021 accepting street right-of-way dedications (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1888-2021 for Gator's Bar & Grill performance agreement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1887-2021 Huitt-Zollars construction management services (7-0)
• Changed Capital One account signers to Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem (7-0)
• Authorized RFQ for City Manager recruitment services (7-0)

Bayou Animal Services Corporation

The Bayou Animal Services Corporation of Dickinson, Texas, is holding a regular meeting to consider several administrative and policy items. The board will discuss a director's report, consider appointing a vacant board position, review bylaw restructuring, and take possible action on animal control ordinances. It will also address employment and finances, and discuss combining meetings with the Animal Advisory Board. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Appointment of vacant board position
• Bylaw restructuring
• Ordinances for animal control
• Employment and finances
• Discussion on combining Animal Advisory Board and Bayou Animal Services meetings