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Brazoria public meetings in 2021

24 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 14, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Public hearing on wine and malt beverage permit for Shaka Shack Daiqiris

The Brazoria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider approving a Wine and Malt Beverage Retail Dealer's On-Premise Permit for Shaka Shack Daiqiris at 407 E. San Bernard, Brazoria, TX. The application was filed by co-managers Michael Svoboda Jr. and Cecil Vickers Jr. Citizens may offer written and oral comments on the request.

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Tue Dec 14, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to approve sewer and tank repairs, liquor permit, and budget adjustments

The Brazoria City Council will hold a regular meeting and a public hearing on a retail wine and beer permit for Shaka Shack Daiquiris. They will consider approving construction services for sewer and tank rehabilitation, several resolutions and ordinances, a re-plat, mobile home park ordinance changes, and various financial and administrative items. The agenda also includes an executive session to evaluate the City Manager.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $93,200 for trunk sewer replacement, hears river sewage complaints

The council approved $93,200 for remaining trunk sewer replacement work and $78,850 for storage tank rehabilitation, both unanimously. Residents living along the San Bernard River voiced strong concerns about sewage odor and health risks from the city's wastewater outfall, urging faster mitigation. The council also approved a liquor permit for Shaka Shack Daiquiris, several resolutions, and tabled items including performance bonuses and equipment liquidation.

Tue Nov 23, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to vote on awarding tank rehabilitation bid to CFG Industries

The Brazoria City Council is holding a special meeting to consider and potentially approve Resolution #21-008, which would award a bid to CFG Industries LLC for the Elevated and Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation Project. The meeting includes routine opening procedures and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $681,600 bid to finish water tower project after contractor default

The City Council approved Resolution #21-008, awarding a $681,600.00 takeover agreement to CFG Industries LLC to complete the Elevated and Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation Project. This follows the original contractor, Cherokee Painting, going out of business. The Council also unanimously authorized the City Manager and Olson & Olson to pursue recovering the $56,000.00 owed to a subcontractor from the surety company.

Tue Nov 9, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to pick ARP engineering firm, approve garbage RFP, surplus sale

The Brazoria City Council will hold its regular meeting and a public hearing on an unsafe building at 909 S. Brooks Street. The council will consider approving a resolution for the Brazoria County Appraisal Board, a request for proposals for garbage service, and the liquidation of surplus city equipment. It will also discuss and select an engineering service provider for American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) funding and consider a resolution authorizing that provider, plus funding for salary adjustments.

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✓ Decided: Council tables salary adjustment funding until next meeting

The council tabled a proposal to increase cost-of-living adjustments and add merit raises, with members requesting more detailed budget numbers before deciding. They approved resolutions for the appraisal board and ARPA engineering services, and authorized liquidation of surplus equipment. A public hearing resulted in a 10-day cleanup order for an unsafe building at 909 S. Brooks Street.

Tue Oct 12, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to vote on tax rate ordinance and burn permit

The Brazoria City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider approving an ordinance amending the 2021 tax rate to .680476 per $100, a burn permit for Masonic Oak Park, and a banking services contract. They will also review the 2021/2022 budget and September bills, and receive department reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves amended tax rate, banking contract negotiation

The council unanimously approved Ordinance #21-012 amending the 2021 tax rate to .680476/$100, and directed the city manager to negotiate a shorter-term banking contract with First National Bank. A citizen's complaint about raw sewage in his yard was discussed but no action was taken. The council also reviewed the budget and bills paid.

Wed Sep 29, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria City Council to set 2021 tax rate and adopt budgets

The Brazoria City Council is holding a special meeting and public hearing to consider adopting the 2021 tax rate of .680476 per $100 valuation, which raises more property tax revenue for maintenance and operations than the previous year. The council will also vote on ordinances amending the 2020/21 budget and approving the 2021/22 budget, plus a resolution nominating the appraisal district board and a disaster declaration for Hurricane Nicholas.

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✓ Decided: Brazoria City Council approves 2021-22 budget and tax rate

The council unanimously approved the 2021-22 budget (Ordinance #21-009) after discussion about a 40% increase in total general fund expenses, with the understanding it can be amended later. They also unanimously adopted the 2021 tax rate of .680476 per $100 (Ordinance #21-010) and ratified it (Ordinance #21-011) as raising more property taxes for maintenance and operations than the previous year. Additionally, the council approved a resolution nominating BobbyJo Newell to the Brazoria County Appraisal District board and declared a local state of disaster for Hurricane Nicholas.

Wed Sep 22, 2021

Brazoria City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves sewer service for 249 Magnolia despite prior ban

The council approved providing sewer service to Nathan Correa's property at 249 Magnolia, overriding a prior vote that restricted new construction in the area. The approval requires Correa to pay for any necessary sewer extension, with the understanding that the property may experience sewer issues during heavy rain. The council also approved a variance and a manufactured home for Clifton Chupp at 205 Austin St., and postponed several budget and tax rate items to a special meeting on September 29, 2021.

Tue Sep 14, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to adopt 2021/22 budget and tax rate of .727008/$100

The Brazoria City Council will hold its regular meeting to approve the 2021/22 budget and set the property tax rate at .727008 per $100 valuation, which raises more maintenance and operations revenue than last year. The council will also consider a manufactured home variance, discuss property maintenance issues, and handle routine items like minutes, appointments, and reports.

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Tue Sep 7, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria City Council sets tax rate, budget at special meeting

The Brazoria City Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing on the 2021 tax rate and 2021/2022 budget, followed by a budget workshop. The council will also consider accepting the 2020/2021 audit, approving the auction of city vehicles, and approving a request for proposals for banking services. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation.

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Tue Aug 10, 2021

Brazoria City Council

✓ Decided: Council proposes tax rate of 0.727008, sets hearing for Sept. 7

The council gave preliminary approval for moving two houses onto Angelina Flores' property at 206 E. Smith Street, contingent on re-platting, windstorm compliance, and other inspections. They also proposed a tax rate of 0.727008 (Voter Approval Tax Rate with unused Increment Rate) to be adopted at a future meeting, with a public hearing scheduled for September 7, 2021. The motion passed 3-2. No other substantive decisions were made; the budget workshop was not held.

Tue Jul 27, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria City Council holds budget workshop and possible litigation session

The Brazoria City Council is holding a special meeting and budget workshop. The agenda includes a closed executive session to consult with the attorney about possible litigation, followed by a public session to take any needed action. The main public item is a discussion of the 2020/21 and 2021/2022 budgets.

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✓ Decided: Council declares intent to default Barclay on sewer project

The council voted unanimously to give notice of intent to declare Barclay Contractors in default on the sewer project. The rest of the meeting was a budget workshop with no formal votes, covering departmental line items, equipment needs, and potential projects.

Tue Jul 20, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria City Council to hold budget workshop

The Brazoria City Council will hold a budget workshop to discuss the 2020/21 and 2021/2022 budgets. No specific decisions or actions are listed for this meeting beyond discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council holds budget workshop, plans next meeting for July 27

The City Council met in a budget workshop to discuss the 2020/21 and 2021/22 budgets. City Manager Collard provided budget documents and explained the financial reports, noting the audit is separate from the budget process. He also discussed contracting out mowing for city properties and plans to present a wish list at the next meeting. The council scheduled a follow-up workshop for July 27.

Tue Jul 13, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria council to weigh 911 address concerns, ARP funds, unsafe-building rules

The Brazoria City Council regular meeting covers routine approvals plus several action items: hearing a resident's complaint about 911 address information management, authorizing a professional services provider under the American Rescue Plan, and updating regulations for unsafe buildings. The council will also review June bills, hear department reports, and hold a closed executive session for the city manager's one-year performance review.

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✓ Decided: Council approves American Rescue Plan professional services provider

The Brazoria City Council approved Resolution #21-003, authorizing Grantworks as the professional services provider for the American Rescue Plan. The council also approved the minutes from the June 8 regular and June 28 special meetings. No action was taken on the city manager's performance review after executive session.

Mon Jun 28, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria City Council to consider replacing City Hall HVAC and budget

The Brazoria City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve replacing the HVAC unit at City Hall and to discuss the 2020/2021 and 2021/2022 budgets. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $25,304 HVAC unit replacement at City Hall

The Brazoria City Council held a special meeting on June 28, 2021, and approved a bid from Maxx Comfort for $25,304 to replace the HVAC unit at City Hall, with the motion carried unanimously. The council also discussed the 2020/2021 and 2021/2022 budgets, covering items such as grants, garbage fees, and capital improvements, but took no formal action on the budget.

Tue Jun 8, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to vote on utility reconnection fees, AC unit replacement

The Brazoria City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 8, 2021, to consider several action items, including an ordinance amending reconnection fees and security deposits, replacing the City Hall AC unit for up to $30,000, and discussing the budget status and capital improvement plan. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, reviewing bills, and department reports, as well as a closed executive session to consult with the attorney on possible litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves utility reconnection fee ordinance, tables AC replacement

The council unanimously approved Ordinance #21-003 amending reconnection fees and security deposits. They also voted to take no action on replacing the City Hall AC unit until more bids are obtained, and tabled budget discussions for a future meeting. The council canceled the Local Intel website link contract.

Tue May 25, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to discuss Austin Colony, gas company sale, capital plan

The Brazoria City Council will hold a workshop and special meeting to discuss the Austin Colony Development, the potential sale of the gas company, and the Capital Improvement Program. In the special meeting, the council will consider approving advertising for professional services for a gas system evaluation and rate/fee study.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes ads for gas system evaluation and rate/fee study

The City Council held a workshop and special meeting to discuss the Austin Colony Development, the potential sale of the city's gas company, and a capital improvement program. No formal decisions were made on these topics. The only action taken was a unanimous vote to authorize the City Manager to advertise for professional services for a gas system evaluation and a rate/fee study.

Tue May 11, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria Council to consider new garbage rates and utility payments

The Brazoria City Council will meet to discuss several municipal items including new garbage rates, ordinance changes for liquefied petroleum gas, and the appointment of a Mayor Pro-Tem. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Austin Colony Development and the sale of the Gas Company.

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✓ Decided: Council approves new garbage rates, denies power company rate request

The Brazoria City Council approved a new garbage rate schedule via Ordinance #21-006, denied Texas-New Mexico Power Company's distribution cost recovery factor rate request via Resolution #21-002, and approved an ordinance regulating liquefied petroleum gas. The council also approved a $51,573.12 payment to Barclays Premier Utility Service, LLC, and tabled an ordinance amending reconnection fees and security deposits.

Tue Apr 13, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to consider $63,541.94 utility payment, water plant generator, and ARPA RFPs

The Brazoria City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 13, 2021, to consider several action items, including approving a payment to Barclay's Utility Service, authorizing a backup generator for the water treatment plant, and discussing RFPs for American Rescue Plan Act services. The agenda also includes a rezoning (re-plat), a manufactured home permit, a natural gas bill discussion, and a CDBG grant authorization. The meeting will end with an executive session to evaluate the City Manager.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $63,541.94 payment to Barclay's Utility Service

The council approved a $63,541.94 payment to Barclay's Utility Service contingent on a signed affidavit of bills paid, and approved a re-plat for Diana Segler at 318 Red Oak St. They also authorized the city manager to issue RFPs for American Rescue Plan Act administrative services, approved a $49,500 backup generator for the water treatment plant, and accepted a $200k CDBG grant. The meeting included extensive citizen discussion about high natural gas bills but no action was taken on gas pricing.

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Tue Apr 6, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council workshop to discuss gas billing, ethics policy, capital plan

The Brazoria City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several policy items, including an ordinance on billing and deposits, the council's relations policy and code of ethics, a 5-year capital improvement plan, and natural gas pricing and billing. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council workshop discusses gas billing, ethics, capital plan; no votes taken

The Brazoria City Council held a workshop on April 6, 2021, to discuss several topics, including an ordinance on butane or liquefied petroleum gas, natural gas pricing and billing policy, the City Council Relations Policy and Code of Ethics, and the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was for discussion only.

Tue Mar 9, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to consider $101,915 lift station payment and election cancellation

The Brazoria City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a replat, a sign variance, aerial spraying, ordinance amendments, a $101,915 payment for the Market Street Lift Station, and discussing ice storm assistance. The meeting also includes routine reports and a review of February bills.

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✓ Decided: Council cancels May 1 election, approves $101,915 lift station payment

The Brazoria City Council unanimously approved cancelling the May 1, 2021 General Election, approved a $101,915 payment to Mercer Construction for Market Street Lift Station improvements, and approved a sign variance for Mr. Bees Furniture. A re-plat for 318 Red Oak St. was tabled pending signatures, and an ordinance on reconnection fees was deferred to a later workshop. The meeting also included extensive citizen comments about city management and employee concerns.

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Wed Feb 17, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria City Council to discuss winter weather and disaster declaration

The City Council is holding a special emergency meeting to address water issues and city services following winter weather. The council will also consider allowing the Mayor to declare a local state of disaster.

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✓ Decided: City declares local disaster over winter water crisis

The council met in emergency session to address water system failures caused by winter weather. They discussed the loss of water supply, coordination with Brazosport Water Authority, and plans to restore pressure and notify residents. The council unanimously approved a 30-day local disaster declaration.

Tue Feb 9, 2021

Brazoria City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves May 1 election, sewer payment, road agreement

The council unanimously approved an ordinance calling the May 1, 2021 general election and a joint election agreement with Brazoria County. It also approved a $133,356.84 payment to Barclays Premier Utility Services for sewer materials, a $19,617.50 payment to Cherokee Painting & Sandblasting (held pending engineer approval), and an inter-local agreement with Brazoria County for road work. No action was taken on a tethering law, and billing procedures were approved.

Tue Feb 2, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Brazoria City Council workshop to discuss utility billing, agenda rules, water systems, lift station repair

The Brazoria City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss utility billing practices, including late payments and cutoffs, how items are added to the agenda, regional water system coordination with TCEQ and BWA, and an emergency repair of the lift station on N. Market. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses utility billing overhaul and lift station repair

The council held a workshop to discuss utility billing practices, including late fees and shutoffs, and considered amending the ordinance to match current practices. They also discussed emergency repairs to the N. Market lift station, with costs estimated at $101,915, and reviewed a draft policy for adding items to the agenda. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion only.

Tue Jan 12, 2021

Brazoria City Council

Council to weigh landfill pasture sale, tax resale, audit, meeting time

The Brazoria City Council will hold its regular meeting remotely due to COVID-19, with no public access to City Hall. The agenda includes decisions on selling or leasing a landfill pasture, approving a tax resale property, selecting an auditor, and changing the regular meeting time, plus routine items like minutes, bills, and department reports.

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