Dickinson public meetings in 2024

Dickinson Management District

The Board will consider funding for Hurricane Beryl debris removal and manhole repairs at California Ave and West Gum Bayou. Members will also discuss staff engagement in streetlight installation negotiations and approve several quarterly and monthly financial transfers.

• Reimbursement for Hurricane Beryl debris removal costs
• Reimbursement for manhole repair costs at California Ave and West Gum Bayou
• Negotiations for the installation of streetlights
• FY 2024/2025 1st Quarter Transfer Request of $87,850
• Monthly Administrative Service Agreement Fee Transfer of $13,333 for October 2024

The Dickinson Management District #1 approved reimbursement of $101,275 to the Water District for manhole repair costs at California Ave and West Gum Bayou, and approved reimbursement of $254K for Hurricane Beryl debris removal costs (the city's 25% share, with FEMA covering 75%). The board also approved the consent agenda, the 2025 meeting schedule, and discussed streetlight installation negotiations with a vendor.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, administrative fee transfer, Q1 transfer, and financial report (4-0)
• Approved $101,275 reimbursement for manhole repair at California Ave and West Gum Bayou (4-0)
• Approved 2025 proposed meeting schedule (4-0)
• Approved $254K reimbursement for Hurricane Beryl debris removal costs (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation for a Conditional Use Permit for a church on 0.8471 acres at 303 E FM 517 in the Mixed Use district. Other items include approving July 16, 2024 minutes, discussing the Hughes Landing Preliminary Plat (36.27 acres), and approving the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for a church at 303 E FM 517 (0.8471 acres, Mixed Use district)
• Consideration of recommendation for the church Conditional Use Permit
• Discussion and possible action on Hughes Landing Preliminary Plat (36.27 acres)
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
• Approval of 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting schedule and application deadlines

The Dickinson Planning and Zoning Commission met on December 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting and the 2025 application deadline and meeting schedule. All votes were unanimous (4-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 16, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved 2025 application deadline and meeting schedule (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will attend the Dickinson Employee Christmas Party at the VFW. Their presence may create a quorum, but no city business, deliberations, or formal actions will occur. No minutes will be taken. This notice complies with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Notice of potential quorum at Dickinson Employee Christmas Party
• Event at Dickinson VFW (5204 Hwy 3) from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• No formal action or discussion of city business
• No minutes will be taken
• Posted on November 20, 2024 at City Hall

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to hear presentations from several developers (ELS Construction, Collaborate, CastleRock Communities, Newfound Partners) and consider routine consent agenda items including meeting minutes, financial reports, and payroll transfers. An executive session is scheduled, but no specific action items are listed for discussion.

• Presentations by Scott McClung (ELS Construction), Chris Kay (Collaborate), Daniel Blanco (CastleRock Communities), and David Funk (Newfound Partners)
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2024, regular meeting
• Approval of October 2024 financial and investment report
• Approval of October 2024 account statements for Texas First Bank and TexPool
• Approval of November 2024 administrative service fee and payroll transfer requests

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation met on December 11, 2024, and approved the consent agenda, which included the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes, October 2024 financial and investment reports, bank account statements, and transfer requests. No action items were considered. The board also received updates on several local projects, including ELS Construction Headquarters, Bayou Village, Water Street, and Newfound Partners.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, and transfer requests (6-0)
• Heard update on ELS Construction Headquarters construction
• Heard update on Bayou Village project
• Heard update on Water Street Project
• Heard update from Newfound Partners

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with several agenda items including old business on amending telecommunication tower regulations and new business on a specific tower permit, litter ordinance amendment, fireworks ordinance, joining the Kroger Texas Settlement Agreement, appointing a director to the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District, and adopting a Safety Action Plan. The council will also meet in closed session regarding pending and potential litigation. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes and an amended investment policy.

• Amending telecommunication tower ordinance to add distance deviation limits (2nd reading)
• Approving a permit for a new telecommunication tower near FM 517 and Owen Drive
• Amending litter ordinance definitions and prohibited conditions (1st reading)
• Joining the Kroger Texas Settlement Agreement as a participant
• Adopting the City of Dickinson Safety Action Plan

The Dickinson City Council denied a proposed ordinance to amend fireworks regulations, with a 6-1 vote, after motions to approve failed for lack of a second. The council also approved a permit for a telecommunication tower south of E FM 517, and approved several other items including an amended investment policy, a litter ordinance amendment, and joining the Kroger Texas Settlement Agreement.

• Denied fireworks ordinance amendment (6-1)
• Approved telecommunication tower permit (7-0)
• Approved amended Investment Policy (7-0)
• Approved litter ordinance amendment (7-0)
• Approved joining Kroger Texas Settlement Agreement (7-0)
• Approved consultant services agreement with Avenu Insights (6-1)
• Approved engagement of Spencer Fane for litigation (7-0)
• Tabled approval of November meeting minutes (7-0)

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will hold public hearings and take action to determine if structures at three specific addresses are substandard. The body will also consider the substandard status of two additional properties and approve minutes from the October 28 meeting.

• Public hearing and action on substandard structures at 5002 E FM 517
• Public hearing and action on substandard structures at 5059 Winding Way
• Public hearing and action on substandard structures at 4509 E 28th St
• Determination of substandard structures at 2106 Ave I
• Determination of substandard structures at 3915 Victoria Ave

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District will consider approving funding for three replacement police patrol vehicles, a request not currently budgeted, and authorize staff to negotiate with companies for streetlight installation. Consent agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes, the September financial report, and a monthly administrative fee transfer.

• Request for $240,000 to purchase three police package patrol vehicles (item 5.A)
• Authorization to engage companies for negotiation of streetlight installation (item 6.A)
• Approval of financial report for September 2024 (item 5.D)
• Approval of minutes from October 8 and October 29, 2024 meetings (items 5.B, 5.C)
• Monthly Administrative Service Agreement Fee Transfer Request for November 2024 (item 5.E)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will consider three action items at this special meeting: an ordinance to amend telecommunication tower regulations to add distance deviation limits (first reading), a resolution to approve an interlocal agreement with the Gulf Coast Transit District for transit service with a city cost share of $44,710 (noting the service is no longer fixed route), and an ordinance to repeal the section on sale, use, and possession of fireworks (first reading). The meeting also includes time for public comments.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 16.5 (Telecommunication Towers) by adding a new Section 16.5-33 'Distance deviations limited' (first reading)
• Resolution approving interlocal agreement with Gulf Coast Transit District for transit service, city cost share $44,710
• Ordinance to repeal Chapter 7, Section 7-60 on sale, use, and possession of fireworks (first reading)
• Transit service no longer includes fixed route (per staff recommendation)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold a public meeting to elect a President and Vice President from the board. Consent agenda items include approving October meeting minutes, September financial and investment reports, monthly administrative and payroll transfers, and the FY2024 insurance transfer. No major economic development projects are up for discussion.

• Election of Board President and Vice President (Action Item 5.A)
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 regular meeting (Consent 4.A)
• Approval of September 2024 Financial and Investment Report (Consent 4.B)
• Approval of October 2024 Payroll and Administrative Service Fee Transfer Requests (Consent 4.D, 4.E)
• Approval of FY2024 Insurance Transfer (Consent 4.F)

City Council

The City Council will canvass the November 5, 2024 special election results, declaring Travis M. Magliolo the winner for Mayor and confirming that a nonbinding referendum on fireworks within the city passed. Following the canvass, the newly elected Mayor will be sworn in.

• Consideration of resolution to canvass returns of Nov 5 special election for Mayor and a nonbinding fireworks referendum
• Declaring Travis M. Magliolo elected Mayor with vote totals to be certified
• Nonbinding Proposition A on fireworks declared passed
• Swearing in of newly elected Mayor Travis M. Magliolo

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $36,193,777.40 contract for Hughes Road paving and drainage improvements to Reytec Construction Services. They will also vote on purchasing Taser 7 bundles and cartridges for the police department at a cost not to exceed $77,171.95, and cast votes for the Galveston Central Appraisal District board. Additionally, the council will designate a representative for the HGAC General Assembly and hear updates from the city manager and building official.

• Award bid for Hughes Road Paving and Drainage Improvements to Reytec Construction Services for $36,193,777.40
• Authorize purchase of 25 Taser 7 bundles and 200 Axon Taser 7 cartridges for police department, up to $77,171.95
• Cast votes for election of members to the Galveston Central Appraisal District board for 2025-2026
• Designate representative and alternate for HGAC General Assembly

Dickinson Management District

The board will consider a grant application for the Dickinson Historical Society and discuss the Administrative Service Agreement contract. The meeting also includes routine approvals for financial reports and fee transfers.

• Grant application for Dickinson Historical Society
• Administrative Service Agreement Contract discussion
• Monthly Administrative Service Agreement Fee Transfer Request for September 2024
• Financial Report for August 2024
• Consultation with City Attorney regarding potential litigation

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will hold public hearings to determine whether structures at six locations are substandard, which could lead to demolition orders. The agenda also includes a building official update on completed demolition projects and FEMA guidelines for substantially damaged structures. Commissioners will also reconsider an abatement order from September 23, 2024, for a property at 3602 Hill Ave.

• Public hearings for substandard structure determinations at 2109 Ave G, 4518 Dakota St, 2709 Hughes Rd, 3803 Wagon Rd, and 4515 E 30th St
• Action item to determine substandard status for 2413 21st St
• Reconsideration of abatement order for 3602 Hill Ave (signed Sept 23, 2024)
• Action item for 3915 Victoria Ave (previously granted 30-day extension)
• Building official update on FY2024 demolition projects and FEMA guidelines

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will vote on routine consent items including meeting minutes, the Dickinson Economic Development Corporation budget for FY2024/2025, and an ordinance to add a new section on enforcement of city ordinances. Action items include approval of a quarterly investment report, a reimbursement agreement for Public Improvement District No. 5 with Castle Rock Communities, LLC, and a grant application for the crime victim assistance program. The council will also enter executive session to discuss real property, legal consultation, and the appointment of a Director of Finance, with possible action afterward.

• Ordinance to add Section 1-10 'Enforcement of City Ordinances' to the code (2nd reading)
• Reimbursement agreement with Castle Rock Communities, LLC for Public Improvement District No. 5
• Approval of Dickinson Economic Development Corporation FY2024/2025 budget
• Submission of grant application for the crime victim assistance program to the Office of the Governor
• Appointment of Derek Corrick to the Dickinson Economic Development Corporation committee Position 3

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will consider several action items including a marketing agreement for cell phone towers on DEDC property, a memorandum of understanding for potential development of its 14.4-acre site on Highway 517, and approval of industrial revenue bonds for Sky H20. The board will also vote on ratifying a construction contract for the Dickinson Picnic Grounds and extending a line of credit. An executive session is scheduled for real property deliberations and legal consultations.

• Consideration of a marketing agreement with Branch Communications for cell phone towers on DEDC property
• Consideration of a memorandum of understanding with Collaborate for potential development of the 14.4-acre property on Highway 517
• Consideration of industrial revenue bonds for Sky H20
• Ratification of a contract with StructureTone for construction of the Dickinson Picnic Grounds
• Consideration of extension of the Texas First Bank Line of Credit

City Council

This notice is a potential quorum alert for City Council members attending the 2024 TML Annual Conference in Houston. The document states that no formal action will be taken and no city business will be discussed.

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District Board will consider grant applications from Gator's Dickinson Cantina, Dickinson Historical Society, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Dickinson Memorial. The board will also enter executive session to consult with an attorney regarding pending litigation.

• Consideration and possible action on grant application for Gator's Dickinson Cantina, LLC.
• Consideration and possible action on grant application for Dickinson Historical Society.
• Consideration and possible action on grant application for Veterans of Foreign Wars Dickinson Memorial.

City Council

The City Council will consider and possibly adopt the FY 2024-2025 budget and ratify the vote to adopt it. They will also set the property tax rate at a combined $0.368200 per $100 valuation, split into $0.042500 for debt service and $0.325700 for maintenance and operations. The meeting includes public comments and action items.

• Ordinance adopting the FY 2024-2025 budget for the City of Dickinson
• Ratification of the vote to adopt the annual budget for FY 2024-2025
• Adoption of $0.042500 per $100 as the debt service portion of the tax rate
• Adoption of $0.325700 per $100 as the maintenance and operations portion of the tax rate
• Ordinance approving a total ad valorem tax rate of $0.368200 per $100 for FY 2024-2025

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the annual budget and a tax rate of 0.36820 per $100 in assessed value for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will also discuss the creation of a new Public Improvement District and various property acquisitions.

• Proposed tax rate of 0.36820 per $100 in assessed value for FY 2024-2025
• Creation of Public Improvement District No. 5 and reimbursement agreement with Castle Rock Communities, LLC
• Subdivision variance request for frontage requirements at 3309 Timber Drive
• Acquisition of a 5.9498-acre easement from Daniel Blanco
• Resolution for temporary state right-of-way closure for the 2024 Dickinson bicentennial celebration parade

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions to determine if structures at seven different locations are substandard. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the August 26, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing and action on structures at 701 FM 646
• Public hearing and action on structures at 1817 Deats Rd
• Public hearing and action on structures at 2511 29th St
• Public hearing and action on structures at 3044 Longwood Ln
• Action to determine substandard structures at 5059 Hauna Ln, 3602 Hill Ave, and 3915 Victoria Ave

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District will discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024-2025, consider amendments to its by-laws, and review the Administrative Service Agreement contract. The board will also take action on 11 sponsorship applications from local organizations. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, financial reports, and fee transfers. The meeting will include a closed executive session for legal and economic development discussions.

• Preliminary budget for FY24/25 (Item 7.D)
• Amended by-laws for the District (Item 7.B)
• Discussion on Administrative Service Agreement contract (Item 7.A)
• Approval of monthly ASA fee transfer for August 2024 ($7,500) (Item 6.B)
• Sponsorship applications from 11 organizations including Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Higher Up Texas, and Dickinson ISD Education Foundation (Item 8)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation and discuss the proposed FY2024-2025 budget totaling $39,487,064 in expenditures. The presentation includes a proposed property tax rate of $0.368200 per $100 valuation, compared to the current rate of $0.366870, and shows a projected general fund surplus of $187,574. No public hearing or vote on adoption is scheduled at this meeting; it is a discussion item only.

• Proposed total city-wide expenditures of $39,487,064
• Proposed property tax rate of $0.368200 per $100 valuation
• Projected sales tax revenue of $8,666,670, a decrease of $2.36M from original FY2023-2024 budget
• General fund expenditures proposed at $18,574,814, down $3.46M from original FY2023-2024
• Police department budget proposed at $5,566,004, an increase of $487,204 from original FY2023-2024

The Dickinson City Council held a special meeting to review the FY2024-2025 budget, with presentations from the city manager, animal shelter, police, EMS, library, and public works. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was for discussion only. The only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is meeting to discuss the FY 2024-2025 budget and an administrative service agreement contract. The board will also consider a cost-share transfer for road and storm work on 44th Street.

• Transfer of $690,000 for the 44th Street Improvement Cost Share
• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
• Administrative Service Agreement Contract
• Presentation by Pape Dawson and Structure Tone on picnic ground
• Possible action on the acquisition or transfer of real property

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting a donation of a 3.9823-acre tract of land, entering into a Mutual Aid Agreement for Emergency Medical Response with Galveston County Health District, and entering into a development agreement with Castle Rock Communities. The council will also hold an executive session to deliberate on real property.

• Accept donation of 3.9823-acre tract in Hall’s Addition to Nicholstone, Dickinson
• Enter into Mutual Aid Agreement for Emergency Medical Response with Galveston County Health District
• Enter into development agreement with Castle Rock Communities
• Executive session to deliberate on real property (purchase, exchange, lease, or value)

The Dickinson City Council met on September 3, 2024, and took action on three agenda items, all of which were postponed. The council voted unanimously to postpone accepting a 3.9823-acre land donation, to postpone entering into a mutual aid agreement with Galveston County Health District, and to postpone a development agreement with Castle Rock Communities. The council also entered executive session to discuss real property, but no action was taken afterward.

• Postponed acceptance of 3.9823-acre land donation (5-0)
• Postponed mutual aid agreement with Galveston County Health District (5-0)
• Postponed development agreement with Castle Rock Communities (5-0)
• Approved entering executive session for real property deliberation (4-1)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation and discuss the proposed FY2024-2025 city budget. Public comments are invited before the discussion. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Presentation and discussion concerning the FY2024-2025 Budget for the City of Dickinson

The City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed FY2024-25 budget, with detailed presentations from staff on revenues, expenditures, and departmental changes. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the only action was a unanimous motion to adjourn. The meeting was informational, with discussions on tax rates, EMS costs, police and IT savings, and other fund updates.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Economic Development Corporation

This is a notice of a potential quorum for a workshop with StructureTone. No governmental body will deliberate, take formal action, or discuss city business. No minutes will be taken. The event is purely procedural.

• Workshop with StructureTone in council chambers and Meeting Room 2
• No agenda items, no formal action, no minutes

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Dickinson City Council/DEDC for a workshop with StructureTone. No formal action, deliberation, or city business will occur, and no minutes will be taken. The meeting is posted under the Texas Open Meetings Act.

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will hold a second and final reading on a Specific Use Permit for a gameroom in a General Commercial district at 2709 Dickinson Avenue. They will also consider consent items including a land donation, appoint members to various boards, extend the Hurricane Beryl disaster declaration, and enter into several interlocal agreements. Executive sessions are scheduled to discuss pending litigation and real property.

• Second and final reading of Specific Use Permit for a gameroom at 2709 Dickinson Ave.
• Accept donation of a 3.9823-acre tract in Hall’s Addition to Nicholstone.
• Appoint members to boards for even-year term (2024-2026).
• Extend disaster declaration for Hurricane Beryl (originally July 7, 2024).
• Consider accepting Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY ended September 30, 2021.

The Dickinson City Council approved a specific use permit for a gameroom at 2709 Dickinson Ave., extended the Hurricane Beryl disaster declaration through Sept. 24, and accepted the FY2021 financial report. They also authorized an appeal in the Crystal Cruise Investments lawsuit, approved a cyber liability agreement, and tabled a land donation and a mutual aid agreement for emergency medical response.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for gameroom at 2709 Dickinson Ave. (6-0)
• Extended Hurricane Beryl disaster declaration to Sept. 24 (6-0)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2021 (6-0)
• Authorized appeal in Crystal Cruise Investments v. City of Dickinson (6-0)
• Approved cyber liability and data breach response interlocal agreement (6-0)
• Approved participation with Texas-New Mexico Power Company rate case (6-0)
• Tabled land donation for flood detention (6-0)
• Tabled mutual aid agreement with Galveston County Health District (6-0)

Building Standards Commission

The Dickinson Building Standards Commission will hold public hearings and consider declaring six properties as substandard structures, potentially ordering demolition. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the July 22 meeting and appointing a Vice-Chair and Secretary. Properties under review are at 2603 Hughes Rd, 3602 Hill Ave, 4722 E 35th St, and three units (8, 14, 15) at 5022 E FM 517 Rear.

• Public hearing and action on substandard determination for 2603 HUGHES RD (also 2611 HUGHES RD)
• Public hearing and action on substandard determination for 3602 HILL AVE
• Public hearing and action on substandard determination for 4722 E 35TH ST
• Public hearings and actions for three mobile homes at 5022 E FM 517 REAR #8, #14, and #15
• Discussion and possible appointment of Vice-Chair and Secretary of the Commission

The Building Standards Commission held public hearings and unanimously voted to declare four properties substandard, granting owners 30 days to demolish or have the city do it at their expense. The properties are at 2603 Hughes Rd, 3602 Hill Ave, 4722 E 35th St, and 5022 E FM 517 (units #8, #14, #15). The commission also approved the July 22 minutes and appointed a vice-chair and secretary.

• Approved July 22, 2024 minutes with corrected signatures (6-0)
• Declared 2603 Hughes Rd substandard; granted 30 days for demolition or city will (6-0)
• Declared 3602 Hill Ave substandard; granted 30 days to clear property for inspection (6-0)
• Declared 4722 E 35th St substandard; granted 30 days for demolition or city will (6-0)
• Declared 5022 E FM 517 #8, #14, #15 substandard; granted 30 days for demolition or city will (6-0)
• Appointed Callen Hajda as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Appointed Susan Wilcox as Secretary (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to present and discuss the proposed 2024-2025 budget. Public comments are invited. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Presentation and discussion of the 2024-2025 City of Dickinson budget

City Council

The Special Meeting of the City Council scheduled for August 20, 2024, was cancelled because no quorum was made.

Economic Development Corporation

The Economic Development Corporation will review a marketing campaign and communications plan for the Dickinson Picnic Grounds, the city's first city-owned park. The board will also consider several financial transfer requests and discuss a reimbursement policy.

• Presentation of Integrated Marketing Campaign for Dickinson Picnic Grounds
• Presentation for DEDC Communications Plan
• Discussion of the Reimbursement Policy
• Consideration of FY24 3rd Quarter, June 2024, and July 2024 transfer requests
• Action items regarding the acquisition or transfer of real property

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to order a special election on November 5, 2024, for nonbinding referenda on allowing fireworks within the city. The resolution includes three ballot questions addressing possession, use, and sale of fireworks during holidays. Public comments will be heard before the vote.

• Consideration of Resolution XXXX-2024 ordering a special election on November 5, 2024, for nonbinding referenda on fireworks (Item 4.A)
• Ballot Question 1: Allow possession and use of fireworks for 48-hour periods on July 4 and New Year's holidays
• Ballot Question 2: Allow same possession and use plus sale before the two holidays as permitted by state law
• Ballot Question 3: Repeal the fireworks ban entirely to allow sale, use, and possession as permitted by state law
• Election to be held jointly with Galveston County

The Dickinson City Council voted 3-2 to order a nonbinding referendum on whether to repeal the city's fireworks ban. The ballot question will ask voters if the ordinance banning the sale, use, and possession of fireworks should be repealed to allow them as permitted under state law. Three residents spoke in opposition during public comments.

• Approved resolution ordering nonbinding fireworks referendum (3-2)
• Selected ballot language: 'Shall Dickinson's ordinance banning the sale, use, and possession of fireworks be repealed to allow the sale, use, and possession of fireworks as permitted under state law?' (3-2)
• Approved Mark Townsend to preside in absence of Pro-Tem and Mayor (5-0)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 Board will vote on consent items including approval of minutes, June financial report, a $7,500 administrative fee transfer, the preliminary budget for FY2024-2025, an insurance renewal from Brown & Brown Insurance, and a third-quarter transfer request. Under new business, they will consider a proposal from Bayou Animal Services. Discussions will focus on the FY2024-2025 budget, sponsorship applications, and updates from seven community organizations.

• Approval of preliminary FY24/25 budget with sales tax revenue projected at $4,050,000, down from $5,512,500 the prior year
• Renewal insurance proposal from Brown & Brown Insurance for the term 10/01/2024 to 10/01/2025
• Consideration of Bayou Animal Services
• Approval of $7,500 monthly administrative service fee transfer to the City for July 2024
• Discussion of FY2024-2025 budget including sponsorship applications from organizations such as Dickinson Historical Society and Keep Dickinson Beautiful

The Dickinson Management District approved a $42,500 sponsorship for Wildlife Warriors, a Bayou Animal Service program, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The board also approved the consent agenda, including minutes, financial reports, and the preliminary FY24/25 budget. Several sponsorship applications were discussed but no decisions were made on them.

• Approved $42,500 sponsorship for Wildlife Warriors (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 2024 minutes, June 2024 financial report, July 2024 admin fee transfer, preliminary FY24/25 budget, insurance renewal, and Q3 transfer request (5-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will consider accepting a No-New Revenue Tax Rate of $0.355749 per $100 valuation and a Voter-Approval Tax Rate of $3.162594 for FY2024-2025. They will also discuss the 2024-2025 budget, set a public hearing date, and consider ordering a special election for mayor on November 5, 2024. Additional items include possible charter amendments, office space changes, and policies for agenda distribution and visitor sign-ins.

• Consideration of No-New Revenue Tax Rate ($0.355749/$100) and Voter-Approval Tax Rate ($3.162594/$100) for FY2024-2025
• Discussion of 2024-2025 budget and setting public hearing date
• Ordinance ordering a joint special mayoral election on November 5, 2024
• Discussion on removing or evaluating the Mayor's physical office at City Hall
• Consideration of adding a Fireworks Ban Lift Ordinance to the November 5 ballot

The council approved a proposed tax rate of $0.3682 per $100 valuation and set a public hearing on the FY2024-2025 budget for September 24, 2024. It also approved the 2024 appraisal roll, a no-new-revenue tax rate, and a resolution calling for a November 5, 2024 special election for mayor. The council denied placing charter amendments on the ballot, approved converting the mayor's office to staff space, and added a non-binding referendum on lifting the fireworks ban to the ballot.

• Approved no-new-revenue tax rate of $0.355749 per $100 valuation (6-0)
• Approved 2024 appraisal roll (6-0)
• Approved proposed tax rate of $0.3682 and set budget public hearing for 9/24/2024 (6-0)
• Approved resolution calling for November 5, 2024 special election for mayor (6-0)
• Denied charter amendments on November 5, 2024 ballot (5-1)
• Approved converting mayor's office to staff space and finding council workspace (4-2)
• Approved policy for draft agendas 7 days and final agendas 5 days before meetings (6-0)
• Approved policy for sign-in register for badge-access areas (6-0)

Animal Advisory Committee

The Dickinson Animal Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly take action on updates to the kennel area, the effects of the recently adopted microchip ordinance, changes to the Community Cat Program including trap-neuter-release options, and emergency plans for Bayou Animals Services. Public comments are invited at the start of the meeting. The microchip ordinance (Ordinance 2067-2024) requires microchipping of dogs, cats, pet pigs, and equines by six months of age or within 30 days of acquisition.

• Discussion and possible action on Community Cat Program, including adding more trap-neuter-release (TNR) options for residents
• Review of effects of newly adopted microchip ordinance (Ordinance 2067-2024) that mandates microchipping and repeals annual license fees
• Discussion and possible action for staff to proceed with Emergency Plans for Bayou Animals Services
• Discussion concerning updates to the kennel area
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will hold second and final readings on several ordinances, including adoption of the Unified Development Code (UDC) and a new zoning map. They will also conduct a public hearing on a specific use permit for a gameroom at 2709 Dickinson Ave., and consider extending the disaster declaration from Hurricane Beryl. Other items include a grant application for body-worn cameras, an update to community development fees, and a joint election agreement with Galveston County.

• Adoption of Unified Development Code and new zoning map (second reading)
• Public hearing and first reading for a Specific Use Permit for a gameroom at 2709 Dickinson Ave.
• Resolution to extend the disaster declaration for Hurricane Beryl
• Resolution to update the Master Fee Schedule for community development activities
• Resolution to apply for a micro-grant for body-worn cameras through the Bureau of Justice Assistance

The Dickinson City Council approved the adoption of the Unified Development Code (UDC) and a new zoning map, replacing the current zoning map, on second and final reading. The council also approved a specific use permit for a game room at 2709 Dickinson Ave., a zoning map amendment for properties near Hughes Rd., and a specific use permit for a communication tower south of E FM 517. All votes were recorded as 7-0 except the UDC and zoning map amendment, which passed 5-2.

• Adopted Unified Development Code and new zoning map (5-2)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for game room at 2709 Dickinson Ave. (7-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment from PD to new PD near Hughes Rd. (5-2)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for communication tower south of E FM 517 (7-0)
• Approved grant application for Body Worn Camera Program (7-0)
• Approved October 2023 Travel and Training Reimbursement for Councilmember Linton (7-0)
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report & Financials for period ending March 31, 2024 (7-0)
• Extended disaster declaration for Hurricane Beryl until August 27, 2024 (7-0)

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation from the City Manager on the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. This is a discussion item with no votes scheduled. No other items are on the agenda.

• Preliminary budget presentation for FY24/25

The Dickinson City Council approved the Unified Development Code (UDC) and new zoning map on second reading, replacing the current zoning map. The council also approved a specific use permit for a game room at 2709 Dickinson Ave., a rezoning from PD to new PD near Hughes Rd., and a communication tower permit. The disaster declaration for Hurricane Beryl was extended to August 27, 2024.

• Approved Unified Development Code and new zoning map (5-2)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for game room at 2709 Dickinson Ave. (7-0)
• Approved rezoning from PD to new PD near Hughes Rd. (5-2)
• Approved Specific Use Permit for communication tower south of E FM 517 (7-0)
• Approved grant application for body-worn camera program (7-0)
• Approved October 2023 travel reimbursement for Councilmember Linton (7-0)
• Approved master fee schedule amendment (6-1)
• Extended Hurricane Beryl disaster declaration to August 27, 2024 (7-0)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will consider several action items, including selecting a design-build firm (Structone or Speed Fab-Crete) for the Dickinson Picnic Grounds and approving use of DEDC property for debris management after Hurricane Beryl. The board will also discuss the Bicentennial Festival and hold executive sessions on real property and economic development negotiations. Consent items include routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and transfer requests.

• Selection of design-build firm for Dickinson Picnic Grounds (Structone or Speed Fab-Crete)
• Consideration of using DEDC property for debris management post-Hurricane Beryl
• Discussion and possible action on Dickinson's Bicentennial Festival
• Executive sessions for real property acquisition/transfer (TX Gov't Code 551.072) and economic development negotiations (551.087)
• Consent agenda: approval of June 10, 2024 minutes; FY24 3rd Quarter Transfer ($80,869.33); June 2024 Administrative Service Fee Transfer ($22,916.67); May 2024 financial and investment report

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will conduct public hearings to determine if structures at several properties are substandard. The commission will also consider electing a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary.

• Public hearing for 3012 46TH ST
• Public hearings for 5022 E FM 517 (Rear #8, #14, and #15)
• Public hearing for 4521 E 31ST ST
• Public hearing for 3313 Avenue C
• Public hearing for 501 E FM 517 REAR and action item for 2106 AVE I

The Building Standards Commission approved substandard determinations for three properties, granting owners 30 days to demolish or face city demolition at their expense. It also approved a 90-day building permit extension for 501 E FM 517 REAR and deferred hearings on four mobile home properties to the next meeting. The commission elected Kevin Lane as chairperson and approved the February 26, 2024 minutes.

• Elected Kevin Lane as chairperson (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 26, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Declared 3012 46th St substandard; 30 days to demolish or city demolishes at owner's expense (4-0)
• Declared 4521 E 31st St substandard; 30 days to demolish or city demolishes at owner's expense (4-0)
• Declared 3313 Avenue C substandard; 30 days to demolish or city demolishes at owner's expense (4-0)
• Approved 90-day extension of building permit for 501 E FM 517 REAR (4-0)
• Deferred substandard determinations for 5022 E FM 517 REAR #8, #14, #15 to next meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request for site development approval for a garage on Water Street, involving multiple parcels. The agenda also includes a routine staff report and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and possible action on site development for Water Street garage (multiple parcels totaling approx. 13.8 acres)
• Receive a report from City staff
• Consideration and approval of minutes from the June 19, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Council will consider the first reading of a new Unified Development Code and several zoning amendments. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a communication tower permit and a request to verify a mayoral recall petition.

• First reading of the proposed Unified Development Code and new zoning map
• Public hearing for a broadcast tower permit near E FM 517
• Rezoning request for approximately 45 acres north of Hughes Road
• Verification of a petition to recall Mayor Sean Skipworth
• Final reading for automotive service permits at 2619 Gulf Fwy

Dickinson Management District

The Board will consider the April 2024 financial report and a $7,500 administrative fee transfer to the City of Dickinson. Members will also discuss Bayou Animal Services/Wildlife Warriors and the FY 2024-2025 sponsorship application process.

• Approval of April 2024 financial report
• $7,500 monthly Administrative Service Agreement fee transfer to the City
• Consideration regarding Bayou Animal Services/Wildlife Warriors
• Review of FY 2024-2025 sponsorship application process

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing for a gameroom permit at 2709 Dickinson Ave. Members will also consider preliminary plats for Lakeside Bayou Detention Reserves No. 1 and site development requests for a church and a convenience store.

• Public hearing for a gameroom permit at 2709 Dickinson Ave
• Preliminary plat for Lakeside Bayou Detention Reserves No. 1 (approx. 68.65 acres)
• Site development for Iglesia Evangelica Poder Del Dios Altismo Church at 5818 E FM 517 Road
• Site development approval for a C-STORE at 2704 Dickinson Ave

Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider requests to reduce rear and front yard setbacks for the property at 4418 Island Drive. The meeting also includes electing a chairperson and vice chairperson and receiving training on board duties.

• Variance request: reduce rear yard setback from 25 feet to 14.5 feet at 4418 Island Drive
• Variance request: reduce front yard setback from 20 feet to 10 feet at 4418 Island Drive
• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson
• Board training on functions, authority, and responsibilities
• Approval of October 2, 2023, meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will review April 2024 financial statements and account balances. The board will also meet in executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and potential real property transfers.

• Approval of April 2024 DEDC account statements for Texas First Bank and TexPool
• May 2024 Administrative Service Fee Transfer Request of $22,916.67
• Review of April 2024 Financial and Investment Report
• Executive session regarding real property acquisition or transfer

City Council

The council will consider adopting a new Unified Development Code (UDC) that replaces the current zoning map, and will vote on awarding a contract to Utility Inc. for a new police body/in-car/interview camera system costing $85,770 initially plus four annual payments of $50,033. Public hearings are scheduled for a specific use permit for an auto sales/repair facility at 2619 Gulf Fwy and a zoning change at 3208 Hwy 3. The council will also appoint members to several boards and discuss economic development incentives in closed session.

• Adoption of new Unified Development Code (UDC) and zoning map (first reading)
• Award of RFP #2401 to Utility Inc. for body/in-car/interview camera system ($85,770 initial payment from narcotic seizure funds, then $50,033/year for 4 years)
• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit for automotive sales/repair at 2619 Gulf Fwy (approx. 2.42 acres total)
• Public hearing and first reading to rezone 0.44 acres at 3208 Hwy 3 from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial
• Second/final reading for a Specific Use Permit for a church at 5818 E FM 517 (0.33 acres)

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider a performance agreement for the ELS Construction project. The board will also discuss board appointments and an amended administrative services contract with the City of Dickinson.

• Public hearing and possible performance agreement for ELS Construction project
• Recommendation to appoint Patrick Spies and Derek Corrick to the Board of Directors
• Approval of an amended Administrative Services Contract with the City of Dickinson
• Approval of a $22,916.67 administrative service fee transfer for April 2024
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation, real property, and economic development negotiations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on adopting a new Unified Development Code and a corresponding zoning map. The body will also consider several specific use permits and a zoning map amendment for properties near Hughes Rd and Desel Dr.

• Proposed adoption of the Dickinson, TX, Unified Development Code (UDC) and a new zoning map
• Zoning map amendment request for approx. ± 9.59 acres and ± 36.3 acres north of Hughes Rd and west of Desel Dr.
• Specific Use Permit request for a communication broadcast tower on approx. ± 1.03 acres south of E FM 517 and west of Owen Drive
• Specific Use Permit request for automotive sales, service, and washing facilities at 2619 Gulf Fwy (approx. ± 1.6 acres and ± 0.82 acres)

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District will vote on a $42,500 sponsorship request from Wildlife Warriors Santa Fe Texas to install a privacy fence at its wildlife rehab facility. The board will also consider routine consent items, including meeting minutes, the March 2024 financial report, and a $7,500 monthly administrative service fee transfer. Two sponsorship applications are on the agenda for possible action.

• Wildlife Warriors grant request: $42,500 for a privacy fence
• Galveston County Children's Festival sponsorship application
• Approval of March 2024 financial report
• Monthly administrative service fee transfer of $7,500
• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to deny CenterPoint Energy's requested $60 million annual rate increase, which would raise the average residential bill by about $1.25 per month. The council will also discuss a proposed housing development on Hughes Road in a workshop and hold closed sessions on economic development negotiations.

• Consideration and possible action to deny CenterPoint Energy's $60 million annual rate increase request
• Workshop discussion of proposed Hughes Road Housing Development
• Executive session on economic development negotiations under Texas Government Code Section 551.087

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will discuss appointing two new voting members to its board. The body is also considering an amended Administrative Services Contract with the City of Dickinson and reviewing March 2024 financial reports.

• Recommendation to appoint Patrick Spies and Derek Corrick as voting board members
• Approval of an amended Administrative Services Contract with the City of Dickinson
• April 2024 Administrative Service Fee Transfer Request of $22,916.67
• Review of March 2024 Financial and Investment Report
• Closed session regarding pending litigation, real property, and economic development negotiations

Employee Benefits Trust

The Employee Benefits Trust will meet to consider an insurance proposal. The body is reviewing an offer from Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision policies.

• Acceptance of Blue Cross Blue Shield offer for employee medical/pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a Specific Use Permit for a church at 5818 E FM 517, and on removing the requirement for group day care homes and group homes to obtain a specific use permit. The consent agenda includes accepting employee health insurance renewal from Blue Cross Blue Shield, selecting Utility Inc. for body/in-car camera systems, and accepting a donated 4.757-acre tract. Other action items include appointing board members, approving legal services agreements with two law firms, and discussing a fireworks prohibition.

• Public hearing and vote on Specific Use Permit for a church at 5818 E FM 517 in Neighborhood Commercial zoning
• Consent agenda item to accept employee medical, dental, and vision insurance renewal from Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Consent agenda item to select Utility Inc. for body/in-car/interview camera systems via RFP#2401
• Consent agenda item to accept donation of a 4.757-acre tract in Hall’s Addition to Nicholstone
• Discussion on prohibiting fireworks and possible ordinance revisions

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 board will meet to consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes, monthly administrative service fee transfers, and a quarterly transfer request. They will also discuss and potentially act on sponsorship applications and the sponsorship application process.

• Approval of March 2024 administrative service fee transfer of $7,500
• Approval of FY 2023/2024 2nd quarter transfer of $202,850
• Consideration of sponsorship applications
• Discussion of DMD sponsorship application process

Animal Advisory Committee

The committee will deliberate on recommending changes to the city's animal ordinance. Discussions include expanding the definition of animals 'at large' and establishing minimum requirements for animal care and shelter.

• Proposed amendment to 'at large' definition to include livestock, fowl, domestic or dangerous animals, and reptiles, excluding community cats
• Proposed ordinance requirements for animal owners to provide nutritious food, potable water, and medical treatment
• Proposed shelter standards requiring animals to have space to stand and lie down, protection from weather, and ventilation

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will meet for a special session to hold a workshop on the Hughes Road Project. No other business is scheduled beyond the workshop and adjournment.

• Hughes Road Project workshop

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will consider several routine financial items, including quarterly transfer requests and monthly administrative service fees. The board will also review the February 2024 account statements for Texas First Bank and TexPool.

• FY24 2nd Quarter Transfer Request of $80,869.33
• March 2024 Monthly Administrative Service Fee Transfer Request of $22,916.67
• February 2024 DEDC Account Statement for Texas First Bank and TexPool
• February 2024 DEDC Financial and Investment Report
• Executive session regarding pending litigation, real property, economic development negotiations, and personnel matters

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to receive a staff report and consider approving the minutes from the March 19, 2024, regular meeting. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will consider financial reports and transfer requests. The board will also hold a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, real property, and economic development opportunities.

• FY24 2nd Quarter Transfer Request for $80,869.33
• March 2024 Monthly Administrative Service Fee Transfer Request
• Executive session regarding real property acquisition or transfer
• Executive session regarding economic development negotiations
• Consultation with attorney regarding pending litigation

Building Standards Commission

The Dickinson Building Standards Commission will address board leadership vacancies and vote on officers. The primary agenda items involve public hearings and potential rulings that three residential structures are substandard, allowing property owners to present evidence before a final vote. These determinations affect local homeowners and can trigger city code enforcement actions requiring repairs or compliance measures.

• Public hearing and possible action on substandard structures at 4521 E 31ST ST, DICKINSON, TX 77539; 3313 Avenue C, Dickinson, Texas 77539; and 3300 JOHNSON ST , DICKINSON, TX 77539
• Consideration to elect a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary for the commission
• Approval of minutes from the February 26, 2024 regular meeting
• Discussion on calling a special commission meeting for May 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a $1,009,109.03 agreement with TPC Group to relocate two pipelines for a CDBG-Mitigation project. They will also hold a public hearing on a vacation rental permit at 5313 Palm Dr, vote on rezoning 2020 Hwy 3 from Neighborhood to General Commercial, and consider repealing the juvenile curfew ordinance. Several consent items include a five-year FTA agreement and a grant application for ballistic protection.

• Agreement with TPC Group, LLC for pipeline relocation up to $1,009,109.03
• Public hearing and vote on Specific Use Permit for vacation rental at 5313 Palm Dr
• Second reading of zoning change from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial at 2020 Hwy 3
• Repeal of Juvenile Curfew Ordinance
• Resolution to apply for Rifle Rated Ballistic Protection grant from the Office of the Governor

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will vote on approving an agreement with the law firm Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP to serve as special counsel for collecting delinquent ad valorem taxes and unpaid fines, fees, and court costs. The firm has represented the city for 19 years and would be compensated on a contingent fee basis as allowed by state law.

• Approval of agreement with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent tax and fine collection
• Contingent fee compensation under Texas Tax Code and Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 103.0031
• Firm has represented Dickinson since 2004 for property taxes and since 2004 for fines/fees

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 will meet to consider routine approvals, including meeting minutes, the January 2024 financial report, and a monthly administrative fee transfer. The board will also discuss the Festival of Lights and consider a $5,000 sponsorship application from Bayou Friends Forever for its fundraising gala.

• Consideration of $5,000 sponsorship for Bayou Friends Forever's Black Tie Texas gala
• Approval of January 2024 financial report showing $1.16 million ending fund balance
• Approval of $7,500 monthly administrative service fee transfer to the City of Dickinson
• Discussion of the Festival of Lights event
• Approval of minutes from the February 15, 2024 regular meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a specific use permit for a church and a proposed ordinance amendment for group homes. The body will also consider a preliminary plat for Jain Plaza.

• Public hearing for a Church Specific Use Permit at 5818 E FM 517 (± 0.33-acres)
• Proposed ordinance amendment to remove specific use permit requirements for Group day care homes and Group homes in RR and CR districts
• Consideration of the Jain Plaza Preliminary Plat (approx. 2.528-acres) on the east side of FM 646
• Possible action on calling a special meeting for April 2024

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will meet to conduct routine business and hold a closed executive session. The agenda does not list specific projects, contracts, or ordinances for decision.

• Executive (closed) session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071

Animal Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing proposed ordinances to mandate spaying and neutering for animals at large and microchipping for all pets. Members will also discuss stray animal intake requirements and facility maintenance issues.

• Proposed ordinance requiring spay/neuter for owned animals at large within 60 days of return from impound
• Proposed replacement of ordinance 4-14 to require microchipping for all pets
• Proposal to restrict stray animal intake to citizens residing within Dickinson city limits
• Discussion of drainage, flooring, insulation, and lighting issues in the main kennel

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation is meeting to consider a construction contract for the Dickinson Picnic Grounds and a lease agreement for the Little Italy Festival. The board will also review January 2024 financial reports and hold a closed session regarding real estate and litigation.

• Construction contract with Branch Construction for Dickinson Picnic Grounds not to exceed $2,200,000
• Lease agreement with Little Italy Festival of Galveston County Organization for property at 4512 State Highway 3
• January 2024 Monthly Administrative Service Fee Transfer Request of $22,916.67
• Approval of January 2024 financial and investment reports
• Closed session regarding real estate acquisition, transfer, and pending litigation

Animal Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing proposed ordinances to mandate spaying/neutering for impounded animals at large and microchipping for all pets. Members will also discuss restricting stray animal intake to city residents and addressing kennel drainage issues.

• Proposed ordinance requiring spay/neuter for owned animals at large impounded by animal control
• Proposed replacement of ordinance 4-14 to require microchipping for all pets
• Proposal to require city residency ID for individuals bringing stray animals to the shelter
• Discussion of main kennel drainage, flooring, insulation, and lighting issues

City Council

The Dickinson City Council will determine whether a petition to recall Mayor Sean Skipworth is sufficient. The council will also consider a zoning change for 2020 Highway 3 and a contract for the Little Italy Festival. Several consent agenda items include drainage and library repair change orders.

• Determination of sufficiency of recall petition for Mayor Sean Skipworth
• Zoning map amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial at 2020 Highway 3 (first reading)
• Resolution approving temporary closure of state right-of-way for Little Italy Festival
• Change Order No. 1IR for West Gum Bayou Drainage Improvements for $440,562.09
• Change Order No. 1 for Library Foundation repairs decreasing costs by $65,527.94

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will hold multiple public hearings to determine if structures at various Dickinson addresses are substandard. The Commission will also consider discontinuing regular updates regarding an existing order for 406 Deats Rd.

• Public hearing: 4305 43rd Street
• Public hearing: 2910 Ave F
• Public hearing: 1510 Deats Rd.
• Public hearing: 2209 Ave F
• Discontinue updates for 406 DEATS RD

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Specific Use Permit to operate a vacation rental at 5313 Palm Dr. The proposal involves a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a maximum occupancy of 8 people. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the December 19, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit for vacation rental at 5313 Palm Dr
• Approval of December 19, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District #1 Board will consider and possibly approve sponsorship applications from the Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department, Higher Up Texas, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Strawberry Festival, and Bombers Athletics Inc. The board will also discuss the DMD sponsorship application process and approve routine consent agenda items including minutes, financial reports, and fee transfers.

• Sponsorship applications: Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department, Higher Up Texas ($7,500 request), Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Strawberry Festival, Bombers Athletics Inc.
• Consent agenda: approve Jan 18, 2023 minutes, December 2023 financial report, December 2023 administrative service agreement fee transfer
• Discussion of DMD Sponsorship Application Process
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Dickinson Fire Fighter Retirement Board

The Dickinson Fire Fighters' Retirement Board will meet to nominate and accept trustee positions expiring February 29, 2024, and elect board officers for new terms starting March 1. The board will also certify the annual pension roster and appoint two authorized users for the online data system.

• Nomination/acceptance of three trustee positions (Keith Morgan, Scott Shrader, Carter Dale)
• Election of board officers for terms starting March 1
• Certification of 2023 Annual Run Report and Training Report
• Appointment of two authorized users for TESRS Online Data & Reporting System
• Review of pension contribution charges

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will consider allowing the Galveston County Children's Festival to use Water Street Property. The board will also approve routine consent agenda items including minutes, financial reports, and a $22,916.67 monthly administrative service fee transfer. Closed session discussions are planned regarding pending litigation, real estate acquisition or transfer, and economic development negotiations.

• Consideration of allowing Galveston County Children's Festival to use Water Street Property
• Approval of January 2024 Monthly Administrative Service Fee Transfer Request for $22,916.67
• Approval of December 2023 DEDC Account Statement showing $4,645,679.82 in Texas First Bank operating account and $131,836.91 in TexPool
• Approval of December 2023 DEDC Financial and Investment Report
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation, real estate acquisition or transfer, and economic development negotiations

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for 0.7 acres at 2020 Highway 3 from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial. They will also consider a Specific Use Permit for a group home on 0.3 acres at 2013 Deats Road, and vote on consent items including speed limit changes and a resolution supporting a water district name change.

• Public hearing and possible action to rezone 0.7 acres at 2020 Highway 3 from NC to GC zoning
• First reading of ordinance for a Specific Use Permit for a group home on 0.3 acres at 2013 Deats Road
• Consent agenda includes ordinance altering speed limits on certain streets with a $200 fine
• Resolution of support for WCID No. 1's request to change its name to Dickinson WCID
• Presentation on the Economic Disaster Mitigation Plan by Hawes Hill and Associates

Building Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will conduct public hearings to determine if several properties in Dickinson are substandard. The Commission will also consider discontinuing regular updates for a specific property on Deats Rd.

• Public hearing for substandard structure determination at 4305 43rd Street
• Public hearing for substandard structure determination at 2910 Ave F
• Public hearing for substandard structure determination at 1510 Deates Rd.
• Public hearing for substandard structure determination at 2209 Ave F
• Public hearing for substandard structure determination at 2607 23rd Street

Dickinson Management District

The Dickinson Management District will consider sponsorship applications, including a $70,000 request from the Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department for a rescue boat and a $20,000 request from the Dickinson Historical Society for a Wine & Roses Gala. The board will also discuss the sponsorship application process, review bylaws, and elect officers. A closed session is scheduled for economic development and real property discussions.

• Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department: $70,000 rescue boat request
• Dickinson Historical Society: $20,000 Wine & Roses Gala sponsorship
• Dickinson Italian Festival sponsorship application
• DMD Sponsorship Application Process review
• Election of Board President and Vice President

City Council

The City Council is reviewing proposed updates to the Unified Development Code, specifically Modules 2 and 2.5, which establish dimensional standards for residential, mixed-use, and nonresidential districts. The document includes redlined changes showing added and deleted text for districts such as Rural and Estate, Neighborhood Conservation, and General Residential. No final decisions have been made; this is a discussion item.

• New dimensional standards for Rural and Estate (RE) district, including minimum lot area of 1 acre and maximum height of 35 feet
• Neighborhood Conservation (NC) district standards allow infill and redevelopment with lot area based on block face average
• General Residential (GR) district permits densities from 6.5 to 10 units per acre with cluster development options
• Redlined document tracks text additions (underlined) and deletions (strikethrough) for public review

Planning & Zoning Commission

The City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission are holding a joint special meeting to discuss proposed drafts for Module 2 and Module 2.5 of the Unified Development Code (UDC). The discussion focuses on zoning districts and dimensional standards.

• Discussion of UDC Module 2 and Module 2.5 drafts
• Review of Residential District Dimensional Standards (Sec. 18-7)
• Review of Mixed-Use District Dimensional Standards (Sec. 18-8)
• Review of Nonresidential District Dimensional Standards (Sec. 18-9)
• Review of development standards, procedures, and enforcement (Articles IV, VII, VIII, IX, and X)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Specific Use Permit for a vacation rental at 5313 Palm Dr. The proposal is for a three-bedroom home with a maximum occupancy of 8 people. The body will also consider approving minutes from the December 19, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for Specific Use Permit for Vacation Rental at 5313 Palm Dr
• Approval of December 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The Dickinson Economic Development Corporation will consider several financial reports and transfer requests. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss pending litigation, real estate transfers, and economic development negotiations.

• Possible action on the acquisition or transfer of real estate property
• Possible action on economic development negotiations and opportunities
• Approval of November 2023 Financial and Investment Report
• Approval of December 2023 Monthly Administrative Service Fee Transfer Request of $22,916.67
• Approval of FY24 1st Quarter Transfer Request