Friendswood public meetings in 2025

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. The Mayor and City Council may attend the Senior Center Program Breakfast with Santa at the Friendswood Activity Center. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Breakfast with Santa at Friendswood Activity Center, 416 S Morningside Dr

General

The Friendswood Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the grant source and the Comprehensive Plan. Members will take part in an interactive exercise to give preliminary input on community assets, challenges, and aspirations. The committee will then consider electing a chairperson and vice chairperson and approving its Rules of Procedure.

• Presentation by Ardurra on grant source, purpose, schedule, and CPAC roles
• Interactive exercise for preliminary community input
• Consider electing a chairperson and vice chairperson
• Consider approving Rules of Procedure for the CPAC
• Consider setting tasks and processes for future meetings

General

The Friendswood City Council will attend the Santa in the Park event at Steverson Park on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. No formal agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting. The notice confirms compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

General

This notice informs the public that the Mayor and Council may be present as a group at the Galveston County Drainage District's Holly Jolly Christmas Party on December 12, 2025. No official city business is scheduled. The notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Notice of possible quorum at Galveston County Drainage District Holly Jolly Christmas Party
• Date: Friday, December 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: 1605 Whitaker Drive, Friendswood, Texas

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on several land‑use changes. Items include a PUD amendment for the Friendswood City Center development, a Future Land Use Map amendment for the 4700 block of FM 2351, and a zone‑classification change for the same parcel. The commission will also review a preliminary plat for NTL Parkwood Outlot, a site plan for The Bristol age‑restricted community, and a site‑plan amendment for Hardball Academy.

• Public hearing and recommendation for PUD amendment – Friendswood City Center (multiple parcels on FM 528 Rd. and Blackhawk Blvd.)
• Public hearing and recommendation for Future Land Use Map amendment – 4700 block of FM 2351 (29.3726 acres) to change from Retail/Industrial to Mixed Use
• Public hearing and recommendation for zone‑change request – 4700 block of FM 2351 from Community Shopping Center/Industrial to Planned Unit Development
• Preliminary plat approval – NTL Parkwood Outlot, 2.133‑acre subdivision in the A.H. Jackson Survey
• Site plan approval – The Bristol age‑restricted community at 650 and 800 N Friendswood Drive

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to consider approval of October meeting minutes, discuss future projects in the Downtown District, and receive reports on the Downtown Signage Project, a business update, the City's Comprehensive Plan update, and its November 2025 financial report. No votes on specific contracts or ordinances are scheduled.

• Discuss future projects in the Downtown District
• Receive Downtown Signage Project report
• Receive Downtown Business update
• Receive City of Friendswood Comprehensive Plan update
• Receive and discuss November 2025 financial report

The board met on Dec 9, 2025 with a quorum and approved the minutes from the Oct 14, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Scott Mackenzie, seconded by Elmer “Bubba” Johnson, and passed with a 6‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted; the committee discussed updates on overhead line removal, light‑pole removal, public‑safety cameras, signage, business occupancy, the comprehensive plan, and the November financial report.

• Approved minutes of Oct 14, 2025 meeting (6-0)

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving the minutes from its November 17 meeting. Members will discuss possible actions for upcoming senior trips, a fashion show, and a Mardi Gras celebration. The committee will also receive reports on community events, park improvements, and a Thanksgiving potluck.

• Approve minutes of the November 17, 2025 meeting
• Discuss upcoming senior trips and events
• Discuss the senior fashion show event
• Discuss the senior Mardi Gras event
• Receive report on upcoming community events and park improvements

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. The mayor and council may attend the Flapjack 5K Fun Run/Walk at Stevenson Park on December 6, 2025. No official business will be conducted.

• Notice of possible quorum for the Flapjack 5K Fun Run/Walk at Stevenson Park (1100 S. Friendswood Dr.) on Dec 6 at 8:00 AM

Community and Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will consider approving the minutes from its November 5, 2025 meeting. Members will discuss the committee’s economic development and business‑retention strategy. The committee will receive the staff business report and an update to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approve minutes of the November 5, 2025 meeting
• Discuss economic development and business retention strategy
• Receive staff business report
• Receive Comprehensive Plan update

The committee approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It changed the dates for Small Business Week to April 27 – May 1, 2026, and decided to form a focus group of business owners, with each member emailing three names. The committee confirmed existing partners for the event, added representatives from Friendswood ISD and Clear Creek ISD, and will create a “save the week” flyer.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0 vote)
• Changed Small Business Week dates to April 27–May 1, 2026
• Created a business‑owner focus group; each member to email three names
• Continued existing SBW partners and added Friendswood ISD and Clear Creek ISD representatives
• Planned a “save the week” flyer for Small Business Week

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review actions completed in 2025 and discuss establishing and prioritizing goals for 2026. The agenda also includes public comment and announcements of future regular meetings. No votes or decisions on specific projects are scheduled.

• Review of 2025 completed actions and discussion of 2026 goals for the commission

The commission reviewed its 2025 activities and discussed goals for 2026, but no approvals, denials, or other decisions were recorded. The meeting also announced the dates of the next regular meetings. The meeting adjourned at 7:37 PM.

City Council

The Friendswood City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting the 2024 International Building and Residential Codes with local amendments, and consider a second reading of a solid waste franchise agreement with Waste Connections of Texas that includes updated fees. Other items include a city-wide branding guide, a budget amendment, financing for a fire department ladder truck, and a lease-purchase for police radios.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance adopting 2024 IBC, IRC, and 2023 National Electrical Code with local amendments.
• Second reading of franchise agreement with Waste Connections of Texas for solid waste collection, hauling, recycling, and disposal.
• Ordinance amending Appendix D fee schedule to update solid waste fees commensurate with the franchise agreement.
• Budget Amendment II for FY 2025-2026 providing supplemental appropriation and fund transfers.
• Resolution authorizing finance contract with Government Capital Corporation for a ladder truck for Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department.

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt a proclamation designating December 2, 2025 as Cline Elementary School Day. The Council also instructed staff to review and negotiate the city’s $20,000 Chamber of Commerce contribution and other service contracts, with findings to be reported in one to two months.

• Proclaimed Dec 2, 2025 as Cline Elementary School Day (unanimous, 7‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Directed staff to negotiate and evaluate the $20,000 Chamber of Commerce contribution and other service contracts, report due in 1‑2 months

General

The Mayor and City Council of Friendswood will meet on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Friendswood Activity Center, 416 Morningside Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546. The agenda lists a Senior Center Program Thanksgiving Potluck as the event. No other agenda items or decisions are indicated.

• Senior Center Program Thanksgiving Potluck – Friendswood Activity Center, 416 Morningside Dr.

Library Board

This is a routine procedural meeting. The board will approve the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes and receive reports from the Acting Library Director and Library Liaisons. No other decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Consider approving the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Receive the Acting Library Director's Report
• Receive the update from the Library Liaisons

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance request for a structure in the Longwood Park subdivision. The board will also swear in a new member and elect leadership positions.

• Public hearing for a variance to allow a structure to encroach 8-inches into the 40-foot platted front yard setback in Longwood Park subdivision
• Oath of Office for new board member Kurt Buske
• Election of a chairperson and vice chairperson
• Presentation from City Attorney Karen Horner on the role of the Zoning Board of Adjustment

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving the October 20, 2025 minutes, and discuss and take possible action on upcoming trips and events, including the Breakfast with Santa event. The committee will also receive reports on the Assistant Director's update on community events and parks improvements, the Community Health Fair, the Wacky Hat Lunch, and the Veterans Day Celebration.

• Consider approving minutes of October 20, 2025 meeting
• Discuss and take possible action on upcoming trips and events
• Discuss and take possible action on Breakfast with Santa event
• Receive Assistant Director's report on community events and parks improvements
• Receive reports on Community Health Fair, Wacky Hat Lunch, and Veterans Day Celebration

General

The City of Friendswood City Council will hold a Senior Center Program Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, November 17, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The event will be at the Friendswood Activity Center, 416 Morningside Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546. The notice was certified by City Secretary Raquel Martinez on November 7, 2025, in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Senior Center Program Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon – Nov 17, 2025, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
• Location: Friendswood Activity Center, 416 Morningside Dr., Friendswood, TX 77546
• Certified notice posted Nov 7, 2025 by City Secretary Raquel Martinez

General

This is a notice that the Mayor and City Council may attend a Mother/Son Kickball Jam at Renwick Park on November 14, 2025. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; the agenda is purely procedural under the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• No official business; notice of possible quorum only.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a focus group meeting with Ardurra Group to receive information on updating the Comprehensive Plan and provide feedback on Friendswood's future. The consent agenda includes approval of the October 9 meeting minutes. The commission will also receive reports and announcements for upcoming meetings.

• Discuss Comprehensive Plan update with Ardurra Group (Focus Group #2)
• Approve minutes of October 9, 2025 regular meeting
• Receive September and October DRC and Business Reports
• Announce upcoming meetings: December 11 regular, December 3 annual retreat
• Commissioner comments on community interest items

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were taken; the commission heard a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan update and announced upcoming meeting dates.

• Approved minutes of October 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Community and Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider approving the minutes from its November 5 meeting and discuss a strategy for economic development and business retention. Members will also receive a staff business report and a comprehensive plan update.

• Consider approving the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss economic development and business retention strategy
• Receive Staff Business Report
• Receive Comprehensive Plan Update

The committee approved its October meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. The City Council approved the appointment of new CEDC member Cari Infante and approved an incentive for All Off Road. The committee also approved a zoning change for 401 W Edgewood Dr and the creation of a Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved appointment of CEDC member Cari Infante
• Approved zoning change for 401 W Edgewood Dr (SFR to CSC)
• City Council approved incentive for All Off Road
• Approved formation of Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
• Approved incentive for All Off Road (Council vote not recorded)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (Council vote not recorded)

General

The 2026 Bond Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss potential bond propositions and set tasks for the next meeting on November 19. The committee will also approve the minutes from the October 22 meeting.

• Approve minutes from October 22, 2025 meeting
• Discuss possible bond propositions
• Set tasks for next meeting on November 19, 2025

City Council

The council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to change the Future Land Use Map and zoning of a 3.9-acre property at 401 W Edgewood Drive from low-density residential to retail (Community Shopping Center). A resolution authorizing eminent domain to acquire 5.452 acres adjacent to Lake Friendswood for park expansion is also up for vote. Other business includes a franchise agreement with Waste Connections, formation of a Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee, and an economic development agreement for 303 N Friendswood Drive.

• Public hearing and proposed zoning change for 401 W Edgewood Dr from Single Family Residential to Community Shopping Center (3.9187 acres)
• Resolution authorizing eminent domain for 5.452-acre Lake Friendswood Park expansion
• First reading of franchise agreement with Waste Connections of Texas for solid waste collection and disposal
• First reading of ordinance updating solid waste fees in the City Code fee schedule
• Consider economic development agreement with All Out Development Inc. for redevelopment at 303 N Friendswood Drive

The November 3, 2025 meeting featured updates from EMS, a discussion of tree‑height clearance policies, and public comments, but no votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. Council members asked questions and received explanations, yet no formal actions were adopted.

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The committee will receive budget and committee reports and discuss several community events. Members will review the purchase of a new Figgy mascot costume and nominate a business for the fourth quarter Business Beautification Award.

• Purchase of a new Figgy mascot costume
• Nominations for the fourth quarter Business Beautification Award
• Discussion of the FDFA Scarecrow Contest
• Discussion of the Arena Roundup at Old City Park
• Planning for Fall Haul, Santa in the Park, and Tree Giveaway events

General

The Investment Committee will consider approving the minutes from its July 28, 2025 meeting and the City's Quarterly Investment Report for September 30, 2025. The meeting includes public comment and is a routine financial oversight session.

• Consider approving minutes of July 28, 2025 Investment Committee meeting
• Consider approving City of Friendswood's Quarterly Investment Report for September 30, 2025

General

The City Council posted a notice of a Senior Citizen Program Wellness Fair. The event will feature wellness and health vendors, demonstrations, and presentations. It is set for October 22, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Friendswood Activity Building, 416 Morningside Dr.

• Senior Citizen Program Wellness Fair – health vendors, demos, presentations
• Date & time: Oct 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: Friendswood Activity Building, 416 Morningside Dr., Friendswood, TX

General

The 2026 Bond Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review the bond review process and timeline. The committee will consider approving Rules of Procedure and discuss potential bond projects.

• Approval of Rules of Procedure for the 2026 Bond Ad Hoc Committee
• Discussion of possible bond projects
• Announcement of officer and subcommittee assignments

The committee voted to approve the Rules of Procedures for the 2026 Bond Ad Hoc Committee. The motion was made by Thomas Hinkley, seconded by Glen Grayban, and passed with all voting members in favor and no nay votes. The committee also announced the formation of five project subcommittees—Facilities, Parks, Drainage, Streets & Transportation, and Finance—and appointed chairs and vice‑chairs. The next meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2025 to review staff‑proposed project lists.

• Approved Rules of Procedures (passed)
• Established five project subcommittees: Facilities, Parks, Drainage, Streets & Transportation, Finance
• Appointed Chair Robin Hall, Co‑Chair Thomas Hinkley, Vice‑Chair Maddie Short, Co‑Vice‑Chair Natasha McAdoo
• Set timeline for meetings through March 2026 and bond election in November 2026
• Scheduled next meeting for November 5, 2025 to review staff‑proposed project lists

General

The committee will discuss and take possible action on several upcoming trips and events. This includes planning for the Veterans Day Ceremony, Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, and Thanksgiving Potluck.

• Veterans Day Ceremony planning
• Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon planning
• Thanksgiving Potluck planning
• Assistant Director's Report on community events and parks improvements
• Report on the Fall Picnic at Stevenson Park

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will consider approving September meeting minutes, electing officers (President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer), and accepting the FM 518 Illumination Project which would begin the contractor's one-year maintenance period. They will also discuss future downtown projects and receive reports on signage, business updates, and the September 2025 financial report.

• Approve minutes of September 9, 2025 meeting
• Elect officers for President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer
• Consider accepting FM 518 Illumination Project and authorize one-year contractor maintenance period
• Discuss future projects in the Downtown District
• Receive Downtown Signage Project report and September 2025 financial report

The board approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. It re‑elected the current officers: President Rebecca Hillenburg, Vice President Elmer “Bubba” Johnson, and Secretary/Treasurer Paul Marx. The board also approved the FM 518 Illumination Project and authorized the contractor’s one‑year maintenance period. All three actions passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved September 9 minutes (6-0)
• Re‑elected officers – President Hillenburg, Vice President Johnson, Secretary/Treasurer Marx (6-0)
• Approved FM 518 Illumination Project and authorized one‑year maintenance (6-0)

General

The Friendswood City Council will attend and participate in the Senior Center Program Fall Picnic. The event includes hamburgers, yard games, and bingo and is scheduled for October 9, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Large Rotary Pavilion, 1100 S. Friendswood Dr. No council decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Senior Center Program Fall Picnic – hamburgers, yard games, bingo – 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, Stevenson Park, 1100 S. Friendswood Dr.
• Notice of possible quorum posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations to the City Council regarding a Future Land Use Map amendment and a zoning classification change for the 3.9187‑acre property at 401 W Edgewood Drive. The proposed changes would reclassify the land from low‑density residential to retail and from Single Family Residential to a Community Shopping Center. The commission will also consider a preliminary plat for the Sterling Estates development at 505 Briarmeadow Ave and site plan amendments for 109 E Shadowbend Ave and for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two at 4500 and 4552 FM 2351.

• Public hearing on FLUM amendment for 401 W Edgewood Dr to change from “Low Density” residential to “Retail.”
• Recommendation to City Council on FLUM amendment for 401 W Edgewood Dr.
• Public hearing on zone change request for 401 W Edgewood Dr from Single Family Residential to Community Shopping Center.
• Recommendation to City Council on zone change request for 401 W Edgewood Dr.
• Preliminary Plat approval for Sterling Estates (505 Briarmeadow Ave, former Cline Elementary School site, 11.392 acres).

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved several recommendations, including a request to amend the Future Land Use Map for 401 W Edgewood Dr from Low Density residential to Retail and a zoning change for the same property to Community Shopping Center. It also approved the preliminary plat for the Sterling Estates subdivision and a site‑plan amendment for 109 E Shadowbend Ave. A motion to approve a site‑plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two was rejected by a 2‑3 vote.

• Approved minutes of the August 28, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council to amend FLUM for 401 W Edgewood Dr to Retail (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council to change zoning of 401 W Edgewood Dr to Community Shopping Center (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Sterling Estates (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan amendment for 109 E Shadowbend Ave (unanimous)
• Motion to approve site‑plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two (4500 & 4552 FM 2351) failed 2‑3

City Council

The City Council will discuss creating a new Capital Improvements Advisory Committee and updating the city's Comprehensive Plan. The body is also considering various contracts for infrastructure, traffic studies, and police equipment.

• Ordinance to establish a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee and remove the sidewalk installation fund
• Contract with STV, Inc. for a city-wide traffic study update
• Fourth Amendment with Garver, LLC for Clear Creek Crossing Project and New GST and Pump Improvements at SWP 1
• Purchase of Nutanix Turnkey Solutions mobile data terminal hardware and software for the Police Department
• Acceptance of the Deepwood Flood Control Project and FM 518 Illumination Installation Project

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt a proclamation declaring October 6, 2025 Wedgewood Elementary School Day. The proclamation was approved with all seven council members voting aye and no nays. The council also received the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee and Chamber of Commerce annual reports and accepted a $4,400 donation for two RAD self‑defense suits for the police department. A presentation on the upcoming Comprehensive Plan update was given, but no vote was taken.

• Proclaimed Oct 6, 2025 Wedgewood Elementary School Day (unanimous)
• Received Senior Citizens Advisory Committee Annual Report (received)
• Received Chamber of Commerce Annual Report (received)
• Accepted $4,400 donation for two RAD suits for Police Department (accepted)

Community and Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss strategies for economic development and business retention. The body will also receive a Staff Business Report.

• Discussion of economic development and business retention strategy
• Receipt of the Staff Business Report

General

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on staff training, volunteer projects, marketing for adoptions, and health and safety procedures. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its June 26, 2025 meeting and set the date for the next meeting.

• Consider approving the minutes of the June 26, 2025 meeting
• Receive updates on staff training for shelter operations
• Receive updates on shelter volunteer projects and training
• Discussion of marketing and outreach to promote dog and cat adoptions
• Review health and safety procedures for staff, volunteers, guests, and animals

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will meet to review minutes from August and discuss assignments for the event's breakfast, parade, and day and evening programs.

• Approve minutes from August 20, 2025 meeting
• Review assignments for Fourth of July Event Breakfast
• Review assignments for Fourth of July Event Parade
• Review assignments for Fourth of July Event Day Program
• Review assignments for Fourth of July Event Evening Program

Library Board

The Friendswood Library Board will review and discuss potential bond projects for the 2026 bond election. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting and receive reports from the Acting Library Director and library liaisons. Public comment is scheduled before the meeting adjourns.

• Approve minutes of the Library Board meeting held on July 15, 2025
• Receive the Acting Library Director’s report
• Receive update from Library Liaisons
• Consider possible bond projects for the 2026 Bond Election

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss and take possible action on several senior events and the committee's annual report. Members will also receive reports on community events, park improvements, and specific holiday celebrations.

• Fall Picnic at Stevenson Park
• Community Health Fair
• Wacky Hat Lunch
• Senior Citizens Advisory Committee Annual Report
• Assistant Director's Report on community events and park improvements

General

The Friendswood City Council posted a notice of possible quorum for a community event titled “Christmas in September.” The event is scheduled for Friday, September 12, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Saturday, September 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., at the Friendswood Activity Center, 416 Morningside Dr. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

General

The Mayor and City Council will participate in the Christmas in September Arts and Craft Market. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Event: Christmas in September Arts and Craft Market at 416 Morningside Dr.

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will consider adopting its FY2026 budget. The board will also elect officers for President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer. Reports on the FM 518 Illumination Project, the Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project, and downtown business and financial updates will be received. A discussion of future public safety projects in the Downtown District is scheduled.

• Consider adopting the FY2026 Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation budget
• Elect officers: President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer
• Discuss future public safety projects in the Downtown District
• Receive FM 518 Illumination Project report
• Receive Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project report

The board approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting (4‑0). Members voted to postpone the election of officers until all members are present (4‑0). The FY2026 budget was adopted unanimously (4‑0). No other resolutions were voted on.

• Approved August 12 minutes (4-0)
• Postponed election of officers until all members present (4-0)
• Adopted FY2026 budget (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2025‑26 and consider an ordinance to adopt the maintenance, operation, and debt‑service tax rates. Several ordinances and resolutions will be considered, including updates to the Service and Assessment Plan, annexation of city‑owned land, and changes to city code membership rules. A consent agenda contains routine approvals such as purchases of emergency supplies, vehicle disposals, and a new playground at Centennial Park.

• Public hearing and ordinance to adopt 2025‑26 ad valorem tax rate for maintenance, operation, and debt service
• Ordinance approving 2025 Service and Assessment Plan update for the City Center Public Improvement District
• Ordinance annexing ~1.33 acres of city land per May 6 2025 boundary agreement with League City
• Resolution authorizing a finance contract with Government Capital Corporation for technology and equipment
• Consent agenda items: purchase of emergency medical supplies, disposal of public works and police vehicles, and approval of a new Teens' Playground at Centennial Park

The council adopted an ordinance raising the ad valorem property tax rate to 0.514172 (0.399749 for maintenance & operations and 0.114423 for debt service), a 2.6 percent increase for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025. The motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Ellisor and seconded by Councilmember Griffon; no public comments were received. The council also formally received the Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation annual report and the Friendswood Property Tax and Court Collection report. Drainage updates and a trash‑recycling service survey were discussed but no actions were taken.

• Received Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation Annual Report (received)
• Received Friendswood Property Tax and Court Collection Report (received)
• Discussed Engineering Department Quarterly Drainage Update (discussion only)
• Discussed trash and recycling collection survey results (discussion only)
• Adopted property tax rate increase to 0.514172 (2.6% rise) for FY 2025‑26 (adopted)

General

The Mayor and City Council will attend the Friendswood Independent School District State of the District event. This is a notice of a possible quorum for the city body.

• Attendance at Friendswood ISD State of the District event at First Baptist Church Family Life Center

Community and Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss strategies for economic development and business retention. The body will also review the Staff Business Report and minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of economic development and business retention strategy
• Review of the Staff Business Report
• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The Community and Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from its August 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Vice Chair Blaise Guzzetta, seconded by Committee Member Beth Robinson, and passed with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (6-0 vote)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a site plan amendment for a detached, covered patio at 405 W Parkwood. Members will also discuss lot coverage requirements for Single Family Residential zoning and definitions for accessory buildings and primary structures.

• Site plan amendment for 405 W Parkwood for a detached, covered patio
• Discussion of lot coverage requirements in the Single Family Residential (SFR) zoning district
• Discussion of accessory building and primary structure requirements and definitions
• Election of a chairperson and vice chairperson
• Oaths of office for Commissioner Thomas Hinckley and Commissioner Brian Bounds

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting. Commissioners re‑elected Tom Hinckley as chairman and Marcus Rives as vice‑chairman. The commission also unanimously approved a site‑plan amendment to add a detached covered patio at 405 W Parkwood. The annual commission retreat was tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Re‑elected Tom Hinckley as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re‑elected Marcus Rives as Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan amendment for 405 W Parkwood patio addition (unanimous)
• Tentatively set annual retreat for Dec 3, 2025

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The committee will receive budget and committee reports and discuss several community projects. Members will review and approve spending for electrical box painting, the Rainbow Bridge project, and pollinator patch materials.

• Approval of painting costs for the electrical box at Winding Way
• Approval of contributions for the Rainbow Bridge project in Old City Park
• Approval of seed and sign purchases for Figgy's Pollinator Patch
• Approval of promotional materials purchases
• Discussion of the Little Library Project and Artwork on Electrical Boxes project

General

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and take action on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Municipal Budget. The body will also consider ratifying a property tax increase associated with the budget. Additional items include various infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing and action on the Proposed FY 2025-26 Municipal Budget and associated property tax increase
• Purchase of a stock aerial ladder truck for the Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department from Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC
• Construction contract with Construction Masters of Houston, Inc. for the Council Chamber Renovation Project
• Urban Planning Services Agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. to update the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance
• Temporary road closure of FM 518 for the Friendswood High School Homecoming Parade

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY2025‑26 municipal budget and heard a presentation on revenue and expenditures. A motion to adopt the revised budget was made and seconded. The minutes do not include the final vote tally or indicate whether the motion passed.

• Public hearing on FY2025‑26 municipal budget conducted (no vote)
• Motion to adopt FY2025‑26 municipal budget presented (outcome not recorded in minutes)

General

The Mayor and City Council will participate in a Senior Citizen Day 70’s themed dance. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Senior Citizen Day 70’s themed dance at 416 Morningside Dr.

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will consider approving the minutes from its July 16 meeting. It will then discuss and possibly take action on the tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the event's breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program.

• Approve minutes of the July 16, 2025 Fourth of July Steering Committee meeting
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Breakfast
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Parade
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Day Program
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Evening Program

General

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the proposed FY2025-26 municipal budget. No votes or formal action are scheduled; the item is a work session discussion only.

• Discussion of the City of Friendswood Proposed FY2025-26 Municipal Budget

The Friendswood City Council met on August 13, 2025 to review the proposed FY2024‑25 municipal budget, including tax‑rate adjustments, maintenance funding, and one‑time capital items. Council members asked questions and staff provided details, but no votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was adjourned without any formal decisions.

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown EDC will vote on authorizing payment to Bay Area Signs and Electrical LLC for wayfinding and gateway signage as part of the Downtown Improvement Plan. They will also consider approving updates to the plan incorporating Vision, Mission and Objectives statements. Reports will be received on the Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project, the FM 518 Illumination Project, and a downtown business update.

• Consider authorizing payment to Bay Area Signs and Electrical LLC for wayfinding and gateway signage (Downtown Improvement Plan)
• Consider approving updates to the Downtown Improvement Plan (Vision, Mission, Objectives)
• Receive Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project report
• Receive FM 518 Illumination Project report
• Receive Downtown business update and Financial Report for July 2025

The board approved the minutes from the June 10 and July 16 meetings. It authorized a $36,253.30 payment to Bay Area Sign and Electrical LLC for wayfinding signage. It also approved updates to the Downtown Improvement Plan to add Vision, Mission, and Objectives statements.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized $36,253.30 payment to Bay Area Sign and Electrical LLC for signage (4-1)
• Approved updated Downtown Improvement Plan Vision/Mission/Objectives (5-0)

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on upcoming trips and the Christmas in September event. Members will also receive reports on park improvements and several recent community events.

• Discussion and possible action on upcoming trips and events
• Discussion and possible action on the Christmas in September event
• Assistant Director's Report on community events and park improvements
• Report on the BBQ Fundraiser event
• Reports on the Summer Luau and Casino Extravaganza

Community and Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider recommending a financial or other incentive to a business prospect to the City Council. They will also discuss the economic development and business retention strategy. Additionally, the committee will approve prior meeting minutes and receive staff and FISD liaison reports.

• Consider approving minutes of April 2, 2025 meeting
• Possible recommendation to City Council on financial incentive for a business prospect
• Discussion of economic development and business retention strategy
• Receive staff business report
• Receive FISD Liaison report

The committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. Members discussed a recommendation to the City Council to approve a financial incentive for Source Solutions and All Out Offroad, but no vote outcome was recorded. The meeting also reviewed Small Business Week attendance and plans for the Future Works program. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 p.m.

• Approved April 2 minutes (6-0)

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will participate in a Casino Extravaganza event. This is a notice of a possible quorum for the gathering.

• Casino Extravaganza event at 416 Morningside Dr.

General

The Friendswood City Council is holding a possible quorum meeting to attend the Friendswood Independent School District Convocation at the FISD Performing Arts Center, 702 Greenbriar Dr., on August 4, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. No agenda items or decisions are listed.

City Council

The City Council and Employee Benefit Trust will meet to discuss the proposed FY2025-26 municipal budget and the 2025 ad valorem tax rate. The body will also consider several land-use agreements and city code amendments.

• Proposed FY2025-26 Municipal Budget and 2025 ad valorem tax rate approval
• Letter of Intent for 24.69 acres for a proposed FISD agriculture science facility
• Ordinance to update permitted solicitation days and hours
• Annexation of approximately 1.3347 acres from Slone Subdivision
• Contract with Red Oak Construction for City Hall ASO Remodel Project

The August 4, 2025 joint meeting consisted of reports, recognitions, and a presentation of the proposed FY2025‑26 municipal budget. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The council only acknowledged receipt of the Community & Economic Development Committee annual report.

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will participate in a Movies in the Park event. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Movies in the Park screening of Guardians of the Galaxy at Stevenson Park (1100 S Friendswood)

General

The Investment Committee will consider three items: approving the minutes of the April 21, 2025 meeting, approving the City of Friendswood Quarterly Investment Report for June 30, 2025, and approving the City of Friendswood Investment Policy.

• Approve minutes of the Investment Committee meeting held on April 21, 2025
• Approve the City of Friendswood Quarterly Investment Report for June 30, 2025
• Approve the City of Friendswood Investment Policy

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will attend the Movies in the Park event. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Movies in the Park event at Stevenson Park (1100 S Friendswood)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two site plan amendments for businesses on Friendswood Drive. The body will also administer oaths of office for three reappointed commissioners.

• Site plan amendment at 303 N Friendswood Drive for All Out Offroad building addition, parking, and detention pond
• Site plan amendment at 1757 S Friendswood Drive for two Chick-fil-A drive-thrus
• Oaths of office for Commissioners Marsha Conrad, Travis Mann, and Marcus Rives

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting. It also approved a site plan amendment at 303 N Friendswood Drive for All Out Offroad to add a building addition, parking, a detention pond, and shrubs. The commission approved a site plan amendment at 1757 S Friendswood Drive to allow Chick‑Fil‑A two full drive‑thrus. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of the June 26, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment at 303 N Friendswood Drive for All Out Offroad addition, parking, detention pond, and shrubs (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment at 1757 S Friendswood Drive for Chick‑Fil‑A two full drive‑thrus (unanimous)

General

The Friendswood City Council will attend the Watermelon Bash & Bingo event at the Activity Building. The meeting is a notice of possible quorum rather than a formal council session.

• Council attendance at Watermelon Bash & Bingo
• Event location: Friendswood Activity Building
• Event date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
• Event time: 1:00 P.M.
• Event address: 416 Morningside Dr.

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The Keep Friendswood Beautiful Committee will review meeting minutes, receive budget updates, and discuss community projects including the Little Library and Movie in the Park events.

• Approval of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Keep Friendswood Beautiful Committee budget
• Discussion of the Little Library project
• Discussion of the Artwork on Electrical Boxes Project
• Review of nominations for Business Beautification Award

General

The Friendswood City Council posted a notice of possible quorum for a public event. The notice announces a Movies in the Park program scheduled for Friday, July 18, 2025 and Friday, July 25, 2025 at dusk. The event will be held at Stevenson Park, 1100 S Friendswood. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Movies in the Park – Friday, July 18, 2025 and Friday, July 25, 2025, dusk, Stevenson Park, 1100 S Friendswood

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will consider approving a payment to Pfieffer & Son, LTD. for infrastructure installation and discuss future projects. The body will also receive a financial report for June 2025.

• Consider approving Change Order No. 4 and payment to Pfieffer & Son, LTD. for Downtown Illumination project infrastructure
• Discussion regarding future Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation projects
• Receive and discuss the Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation Financial Report for June 2025

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation voted to approve Change Order No. 4, authorizing payment to Pfieffer & Sons, Ltd for infrastructure installation related to the Downtown Illumination Project. The motion was made by Chris Richardson, seconded by Ron Cox, and passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Change Order No. 4 payment to Pfieffer & Sons, Ltd (7-0)

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will consider approving the minutes from its June 18 meeting. It will then discuss and possibly act on the tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the event breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program. No other items are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the June 18, 2025 Fourth of July Steering Committee meeting
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Breakfast
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Parade
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Day Program
• Discuss tasks and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Evening Program

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. The Mayor and City Council may attend the 13th Annual BBQ Fundraiser for the Friendswood Senior Citizen Program on July 15, 2025. No formal decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• 13th Annual BBQ Fundraiser for Senior Citizen Program
• Event at Friendswood Activity Building, 416 Morningside Dr.
• Council attendance possible but no business to be conducted

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review reports from the Library Director and Liaisons. The board will discuss and potentially take action on the AutoLend Library Project and a potential Bond Ad Hoc Committee and timeline.

• AutoLend Library Project
• Potential Bond Ad Hoc Committee and Timeline
• Approval of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving May meeting minutes and discuss filling open committee positions. They will discuss and take possible action on several social events including a BBQ fundraiser, Summer Luau, Casino Extravaganza, and a World Senior Citizen Day Disco Dance and Pizza Party. Reports will be received on community events, park improvements, and the Fly, Drive and Celebrate Dad event.

• Discuss and possible action on BBQ Fundraiser event
• Discuss and possible action on Summer Luau event
• Discuss and possible action on Casino Extravaganza event
• Discuss and possible action on World Senior Citizen Day: Disco Dance and Pizza Party
• Receive report on upcoming community events and park improvements

General

This special meeting is devoted to discussion only; no votes are scheduled. Council will review strategic plans, budget processes, waste/recycling contract options, and a request to name a facility or monument for former officials. A possible bond election in November 2026 is also discussed.

• Discuss bond election ad hoc committee and proposed bond election on November 3, 2026
• Discuss waste and recycling contract options and related citizen survey
• Discuss request to name a city facility or build a monument for former Police Chief Bob Wieners and former Mayor Kevin Holland
• Discuss budget process, past/current/proposed budgets
• Discuss council liaison appointments, Appointment Policy, and selection of Mayor Pro Tem

The July 12, 2025 special meeting covered the council vision, communications, HOA outreach, senior EMS concerns, employee residency incentives, liaison roles, appointment policy, and a proposed 2026 bond election. No motions were voted on, and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council

The City Council will discuss acquiring approximately 5.452 acres of land for the expansion of Lake Friendswood Park. The body is also considering a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and updates to solicitation hours in the city code.

• Proposed acquisition of 5.452 acres at the southeast corner of Lake Friendswood for park expansion
• Budget Amendment X for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Budget
• First Amendment to Economic Development Agreement with BSM Associates, LLC for a commercial educational facility
• Proposed ordinance updating days and hours for peddlers, solicitors, and itinerant vendors
• Depository services contract and related agreements with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

The council approved a budget amendment (Ordinance No. 2025‑20) for fiscal year 2024‑25, authorized the City Manager to execute a depository services contract with Wells Fargo Bank, approved a first amendment to the Economic Development Agreement with BSM Associates, LLC, and authorized consultants to acquire about 5.452 acres for Lake Friendswood Park expansion. All four items passed unanimously with six ayes, no nays, and Councilmember Trish Hanks absent.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑20 (Budget Amendment X) – unanimous (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized City Manager to execute depository services contract with Wells Fargo Bank – unanimous (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved First Amendment to Economic Development Agreement with BSM Associates, LLC – unanimous (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to engage consultants for acquiring ~5.452 acres at Lake Friendswood for park expansion – unanimous (6 ayes, 0 nays)

General

This is a notice of possible quorum for the Mayor and City Council attending the city's Fourth of July Celebration at Stevenson Park and Centennial Park on July 4, 2025. No business decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• City Council attendance at the annual Fourth of July Celebration event

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. The Mayor and City Council may attend the Concert in the Park events on June 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2025, at Stevenson Park. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Concert in the Park on June 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2025
• Location: Stevenson Park, 1000 S Friendswood Dr.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approval of a consent agenda including the final plat for City Center (3800 block FM 528) and an action item for a site plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two (4500 and 4552 FM 2351). No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of June 12, 2025 meeting
• Consider approval with minor staff comments of City Center Final Plat (3800 block FM 528)
• Consider site plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two (4500 and 4552 FM 2351)

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting and the City Center Final Plat. The commission then approved a site‑plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two, waiving the requirement for 17 buffer trees and stipulating that six landscape trees be planted, with a 5‑2 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously
• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 meeting (part of consent agenda)
• Approved City Center Final Plat (part of consent agenda)
• Approved site‑plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two: waive 17 buffer trees, require 6 landscape trees (5‑2)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee will consider approving the minutes from its April 3 meeting and receive reports on staff training, volunteer projects, adoption outreach, and health and safety procedures. The committee will also set the date for its next regular meeting.

• Consider approving the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Receive updates on staff training and shelter volunteer projects
• Hear about marketing and training to promote adoptions
• Discussion of health and safety procedures for staff, volunteers, guests, and animals

General

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider approvals for a final plat and a site plan amendment. These decisions affect specific development projects on FM 528 and FM 2351.

• Approval of City Center Final Plat in the 3800 block of FM 528
• Site plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two at 4500 and 4552 FM 2351

General

This is a notice of possible quorum for the Mayor and City Council attending the Concert in the Park series at Stevenson Park on four Fridays in June 2025. No official business is scheduled; it is purely a social gathering.

• Notice of possible quorum at Concert in the Park on June 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2025
• Location: Stevenson Park, 1000 S Friendswood Dr.

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will consider approving previous meeting minutes and discuss tasks, schedules, and assignments for the Independence Day event, including the breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program. Possible action may be taken on these items.

• Approve minutes from May 21, 2025 meeting
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Breakfast tasks
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Parade tasks
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Day Program tasks
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Evening Program tasks

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will participate in a Father's Day Brunch. This event is scheduled for June 16, 2025, at the Friendswood Activity Building.

• Father's Day Brunch at 416 Morningside Dr.

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting agenda. It notifies the public that the Mayor and City Council may attend the Concert in the Park events on four Thursday evenings in June 2025 at Stevenson Park. No official business is scheduled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on four action items: site plan amendments for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two and Dance Expressions, a site plan for Sterling Falls Venue, and the preliminary plat for Falling Leaf Ranch, a 122-acre subdivision. Public comments will be heard, and consent agenda items including meeting minutes will be approved.

• Preliminary plat for Falling Leaf Ranch, 122 acres southeast of Stonewall Pass Lane
• Site plan amendment for Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two at 4500 and 4552 FM 2351
• Site plan amendment for Dance Expressions at 204 W Heritage Drive
• Site plan for Sterling Falls Venue at 2600 S Friendswood Drive
• Approval of minutes from May 22, 2025 meeting

The commission postponed the Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two site plan amendment. It approved the site plan amendment for Dance Expressions at 204 W Heritage Drive. It approved the site plan for Sterling Falls Venue at 2600 S Friendswood Drive and waived the sidewalk requirement. It conditionally approved the preliminary plat of the Falling Leaf Ranch subdivision.

• Postponed Industry Park Friendswood Phase Two site plan amendment (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment for Dance Expressions, 204 W Heritage Drive (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Sterling Falls Venue, 2600 S Friendswood Drive and waived sidewalk (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved preliminary plat of Falling Leaf Ranch subdivision (unanimous)

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will consider authorizing payments for street and wayfinding signage. The body will also review reports on electrical box artwork and the FM 518 Illumination Project.

• Payment to Road Safe Traffic Systems for street sign fabrication
• Payment to Bay Area Signs and Electrical LLC for wayfinding and gateway signage
• Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project report
• FM 518 Illumination Project report
• Financial Report for May 2025

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 8 and April 22 meetings. It also approved a $3,779.70 payment to Road Safe Traffic Systems for downtown street sign fabrication, vote 4‑0. The proposal to pay Bay Area Signs and Electrical LLC for wayfinding signage was tabled for further workshop.

• Approved minutes of April 8, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 special meeting (4-0)
• Approved $3,779.70 payment to Road Safe Traffic Systems for street sign fabrication (4-0)
• Tabled Bay Area Signs and Electrical LLC wayfinding signage proposal for further workshop

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will attend the Concert in the Park event. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Concert in the Park at Stevenson Park (1000 S Friendswood Dr.)

City Council

The Friendswood City Council will consider a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025, authorizing supplemental appropriations and fund transfers. They will also vote on a sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract with PM Construction & Rehab, LLC. Other items include an economic development agreement amendment for the Albritton Project and a grant application for police life-saving equipment. The meeting begins with a swearing-in ceremony for Councilmember Robert J. Griffon.

• Ordinance amending General Budget for FY 2024-2025 via Budget Amendment IX
• Authorizing agreement with PM Construction & Rehab, LLC for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Program
• Second amendment to Economic Development Agreement with Tannos Development Group for Albritton Project at 408 S. Friendswood Drive
• Resolution authorizing grant application to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for police life-saving equipment
• Street closure of W. Castlewood Ave. for Figgy Youth Triathlon on August 3, 2025

The council unanimously approved a $1.2 million contract with PM Construction & Rehab, LLC for the 2025 sanitary sewer rehabilitation program. Councilmembers also voted to appoint Councilmember Robert J. Griffon as Vice Mayor Pro Tem during the mayor’s out‑of‑town period. Additionally, Ordinance No. 2025‑19 amending the FY 2024‑25 general budget was adopted.

• Approved $1.2 M sewer rehabilitation contract (unanimous, all ayes, Mayor Mike Foreman absent)
• Appointed Councilmember Robert J. Griffon as Vice Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous, all ayes, Mayor Mike Foreman absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑19 amending FY 2024‑25 budget (unanimous, all ayes, Mayor Mike Foreman absent)

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will attend the Concert in the Park event. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Concert in the Park at Stevenson Park (1100 S Friendswood)

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The Keep Friendswood Beautiful Committee will hold its regular meeting on May 27, 2025. The agenda includes a budget update and reports from several subcommittees. The meeting will discuss community projects and events such as the Little Library project, a rose garden, and a Movie in the Park event. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Discuss status of the Little Library project
• Discuss possible installation of a rose garden
• Discuss Movie in the Park event on July 25, 2025
• Discuss annual Photo Contest
• Discuss July 4 event (Theme: Stars, Stripes, and Country Life)

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. No items are being decided or discussed; the council is attending a public event.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider consent agenda items including approving the minutes from April 10, 2025, and a replat for Industry Park Friendswood Reserves E & F at 4472, 4480, and 4488 FM 2351. The meeting also includes updates on subcommittee assignments and a DRC report. No public hearings or major rezonings are scheduled.

• Consider approving minutes of the April 10, 2025 regular meeting
• Consider approving Replat of Industry Park Friendswood Reserves E & F at 4472, 4480, and 4488 FM 2351
• Receive update on Planning Subcommittee and Ordinance Subcommittee assignments
• Receive April 2025 DRC Report and Council liaison updates

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda. The approval included the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting and the replat of Industry Park Friendswood Reserves E & F at 4472, 4480, and 4488 FM 2351. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 10, 2025 meeting (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved replat of Industry Park Friendswood Reserves E & F at 4472, 4480, 4488 FM 2351 (as part of consent agenda)

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will consider approving the minutes from its April 16 meeting. It will then discuss and possibly act on the tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the event breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program. No final decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Approve minutes of the Fourth of July Steering Committee meeting held on April 16, 2025
• Discuss tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Breakfast
• Discuss tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Parade
• Discuss tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Day Program
• Discuss tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the Fourth of July Event Evening Program

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to elect a Board Chair. The board will also review the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting and receive reports from the Library Director and Library Liaisons.

• Election of Library Board Chair
• Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Library Director's Report
• Update from Library Liaisons

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. The Mayor and City Council may attend the Concert in the Park events on Friday evenings in May 2025 at Stevenson Park. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are scheduled.

General

The Friendswood City Council will canvass the May 3 general election results and consider an ordinance declaring the outcome. It will also administer the oath of office to Michael P. Ross for Position No. Six. Other business includes a contract for a library kiosk and decisions on the Fourth of July Grand Marshal.

• Recognize Councilmember Brent Erenwert for six years of service
• Consider resolution amending Grand Marshal Selection Policy and approve a nomination for 4th of July Parade Grand Marshal
• Authorize contract with International Library Services, Inc. for ILS AutoLend Library kiosk (software, hardware, maintenance)
• Canvass returns of May 3, 2025 General Election and adopt ordinance declaring results
• Administer oath of office to Michael P. Ross, Councilmember Position No. Six

The council approved a contract with International Library Services, Inc. to purchase an AutoLend library kiosk, expanding library services for residents who cannot travel to the building. It also amended the Grand Marshal Selection Policy to let the mayor extend nomination deadlines when none are received, appointed Captain Barry Wilmore as the 2025 Fourth of July Grand Marshal, and formally declared the May 3, 2025 election results for council positions 4 and 6.

• Approved amendment to Grand Marshal Selection Policy (5 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Approved appointment of Captain Barry Wilmore as Fourth of July Grand Marshal (5 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Authorized contract with International Library Services, Inc. for AutoLend kiosk (5 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-18 declaring May 3, 2025 election results (5 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)

General

The City Council will hold a reception at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers to recognize the incoming and outgoing councilmembers. No other business items are listed on the agenda. The meeting notice includes ADA accommodation information.

• Reception recognizing incoming and outgoing councilmembers

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving the April minutes and discuss upcoming trips and events. Possible action may be taken on the Fly, Drive and Celebrate Dad event and Casino Extravaganza. Reports on community events, park improvements, and the Cinco de Mayo event will be received.

• Approve minutes of April 14, 2025 regular meeting
• Discuss and take possible action on upcoming trips and events
• Discuss and take possible action on the Fly, Drive and Celebrate Dad event
• Discuss and take possible action on the Casino Extravaganza event
• Receive report on the Cinco de Mayo event

General

This is a notice that the Mayor and Council may attend the Concert in the Park events on five Fridays in May 2025 at Stevenson Park. No official business will be conducted; it is a procedural notice of a possible quorum at a community event.

General

This is a procedural notice of a possible quorum for the Mayor and City Council to attend a ribbon cutting event at Good Ranchers. No official decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Ribbon cutting at Good Ranchers, 1715 S Friendswood Ste. 120

General

This is a procedural notice that the Mayor and City Council may attend the Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 5, 2025. No official business, decisions, or public hearings are scheduled for this gathering.

City Council

The Mayor and Council will participate in a reception to recognize the first graduating class of Friendswood Academy. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Reception recognizing 11 members of Friendswood Academy's first graduating class

City Council

The Friendswood City Council will consider a budget amendment (Budget Amendment VIII) for fiscal year 2024‑2025. Public hearings will be held on two zoning amendments: temporary outdoor sales and perimeter landscaping/screening. The council will also review an interlocal agreement with League City involving the annexation and disannexation of about 1.3347 acres. Additional business items include approval of holiday decorations for downtown.

• Public hearing on proposed amendment to Appendix C zoning for Temporary Outdoor Sales
• Public hearing on proposed amendment to Appendix C zoning for Perimeter Landscaping and Screening
• Consider an Interlocal Agreement with League City to annex and disannex ~1.3347 acres east of Lake Friendswood
• Consider ordinance amending the General Budget FY 2024‑2025 by approving Budget Amendment VIII
• Approve Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation's purchase of holiday decorations from Dekra‑Lite Industries

The council voted to adopt Ordinance No. 2025-12, which renames and amends Appendix C, Section 8, Subsection M of the Friendswood City Code to consolidate outdoor sales and special events into a single "Temporary Outdoor Uses" category. The ordinance establishes two permit options—a 30‑day holiday permit and a 4‑day short‑term event permit—and sets a maximum penalty of $2,000 for violations. The motion passed with seven ayes and no nays.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-12 amending temporary outdoor sales regulations (7-0)

General

The City Council posted a notice of possible quorum for the Youth Fishing Derby, a community event to be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM in Centennial Park (2200 S. Friendswood Drive). No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Youth Fishing Derby – Saturday, May 3, 2025, 8:00 AM at Centennial Park, 2200 S. Friendswood Drive

General

The Mayor and City Council will participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for Fire Station No. 2. This event is scheduled for May 3, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

• Ribbon cutting for Fire Station No. 2 at 2605 W Parkwood

General

This is a notice of possible quorum for the Mayor and City Council to attend the Concert in the Park events on five Fridays in May 2025 at Stevenson Park. No formal decisions, discussions, or votes are scheduled; it is purely a community attendance notice.

• Concert in the Park every Friday: May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
• Location: Stevenson Park, 1100 S Friendswood, Friendswood, Texas 77546
• Posted by City Secretary Leticia Brysch on April 28, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

General

This notice advises that the mayor and city council may be present as a quorum at the Pollinators in the Park event at Stevenson Park. No official business, votes, or discussions are scheduled.

• Possible quorum at Pollinators in the Park, April 26, 2025, 8:00 AM at Stevenson Park, 1100 S Friendswood

General

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will vote on authorizing payment to Texas New Mexico Power for infrastructure installation for the Downtown Illumination project. It will also consider a cost‑sharing agreement with the City of Friendswood for purchasing, installing, and storing Christmas decorations. The meeting includes approval of March 11 minutes and a discussion of future downtown development projects.

• Authorize payment to Texas New Mexico Power for Downtown Illumination infrastructure
• Authorize President to negotiate a Cost Sharing Agreement with the City for Christmas decorations
• Approve minutes of the March 11, 2025 special meeting
• Discuss future Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation projects

The board approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting. It authorized payment to Texas New Mexico Power for the Downtown Illumination project. It also authorized the President to negotiate a cost‑sharing agreement with the City of Friendswood for purchasing, installing, and storing Christmas decorations. All three actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of March 11 meeting (5-0)
• Authorized payment to Texas New Mexico Power for downtown illumination project (6-0)
• Authorized President to negotiate cost‑sharing agreement for Christmas decorations with City (6-0)

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The committee will receive budget and committee reports and review the status of the Little Library project. Members will discuss the July 4 parade float and recap recent community events. The body will also consider the purchase of a new tent covering.

• Purchase of a new tent covering
• Selection of the second quarter Business Beautification Award recipient
• Status of the Little Library project
• July 4 parade float discussion
• Recap of Spring Sparkle and FISD Day of Service events

Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals

The Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a regular meeting to organize itself for the upcoming term. Action items include electing a chairperson and vice chairperson and approving the board's rules of procedure. The board will also receive a presentation on its duties and responsibilities.

• Administer oaths of office for reappointed and new members: Cindy Deaton, Carlysle Gulledge, Jeff Smith, Les French, Billy Mendoza, Randy Weisinger
• Consider electing Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Consider approving Rules of Procedure
• Receive presentation on board duties and responsibilities

General

The Friendswood Investment Committee will meet on April 21, 2025. The committee will consider approving the minutes from its January 27, 2025 meeting. It will also consider approving the City’s Quarterly Investment Report for the period ending March 31, 2025. No other business items are listed.

• Approve minutes of the Investment Committee Meeting held Jan 27, 2025
• Approve City of Friendswood Quarterly Investment Report for March 31, 2025

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will review and possibly act on the assignments, duties, and schedules for the event's breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the February 19, 2025, committee meeting. No other decisions are listed.

• Discuss and possibly act on tasks for the Fourth of July Event Breakfast
• Discuss and possibly act on tasks for the Fourth of July Event Parade
• Discuss and possibly act on tasks for the Fourth of July Event Day Program
• Discuss and possibly act on tasks for the Fourth of July Event Evening Program

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss and take possible action on upcoming trips, a Cinco de Mayo event, and a Mother's Day Afternoon Tea. Members will also receive reports on park improvements and recent community events.

• Cinco de Mayo event
• Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
• Assistant Director's Report on community events and park improvements
• Spaghetti Luncheon Fundraiser report
• Spring Picnic at Stevenson Park report

General

The Mayor and City Council of Friendswood will participate in the Spring Sparkle event. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Spring Sparkle event at Centennial Park (2200 S Friendswood) on April 12, 2025

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will participate in a Spring Picnic. This notice serves as a notification of a possible quorum.

• Spring Picnic at Stevenson Park Large Rotary Pavilion (1100 S Friendswood)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on two zoning amendments: updating temporary outdoor sales regulations (consolidating Outdoor Sales and Special Events) and allowing more flexibility in perimeter landscaping and screening approvals. They will also vote on a site plan amendment for the One Sixty One development at 212 and 214 S Friendswood Drive, adding benches, a future patio, brick sidewalks, and landscaping. The consent agenda includes approving the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to Appendix C Section 8M, Temporary Outdoor Sales (consolidating Outdoor Sales and Special Events)
• Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to Appendix C Section 8.2, Perimeter Landscaping and Screening
• Site plan amendment for 212 and 214 S Friendswood Drive (One Sixty One development): benches, future patio, 6-ft brick sidewalks, new landscaping
• Approval of minutes from the March 13, 2025 regular meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a recommendation to the City Council to amend Appendix C regarding temporary outdoor sales, allowing up to six permits per year per lot, with the motion passing unanimously. The commission also approved a recommendation to amend Appendix C on perimeter landscaping and screening, giving the commission more latitude in site‑plan reviews, also unanimously. Additionally, the commission approved a site‑plan amendment for the One Sixty One development at 212 and 214 S Friendswood Drive, authorizing benches, a future patio, six‑foot brick sidewalks, and new landscaping, with a unanimous vote. The meeting announced a $250,000 grant to hire a professional planning firm for a three‑year Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approved recommendation to City Council on temporary outdoor sales amendments (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to City Council on perimeter landscaping and screening amendments (unanimous)
• Approved site plan amendment for 212 and 214 S Friendswood Drive (One Sixty One development) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 13, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting (unanimous)

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will hold a work session to discuss future projects. The body will also receive reports on downtown business updates and specific beautification projects.

• Discussion of future Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation projects
• Report on Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project
• Report on FM 518 Illumination Project
• March 2025 Financial Report
• Update regarding downtown businesses

The board approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. No other motions or approvals were recorded during the April 8, 2025 session.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on creating a Public Improvement District for approximately 117.506 acres near Stonewall Pass Lane and Baker Road. The body will also consider a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the disannexation of approximately 130 acres along FM 528.

• Public hearing and resolution for the creation of the Falling Leaf Ranch Public Improvement District (117.506 acres)
• Ordinance to disannex approximately 130 acres along FM 528
• Budget Amendment VII for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Police Department taser hardware and software
• Purchase of one new ambulance remount from Sterling McCall Ford

The City Council voted unanimously to proclaim April 7, 2025 as Windsong Elementary School Day. The council also presented a proclamation designating April as Fair Housing Month and noted receipt of a $250,000 grant for the Comprehensive Plan update, but no votes were recorded on those items.

• Proclaimed April 7, 2025 as Windsong Elementary School Day (unanimous)

Animal Shelter Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the annual animal control report presented to the city council. Members will also receive updates on staff training, volunteer projects, and shelter adoption marketing.

• Annual animal control report discussion
• Updates on shelter dog/cat adoption marketing and outreach
• Review of health and safety procedures for staff, volunteers, and animals
• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Community and Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss strategies for economic development and business retention. The body will also review the Staff Business Report and minutes from the March 5, 2025, meeting.

• Discussion of economic development and business retention strategy
• Review of Staff Business Report
• Approval of March 5, 2025, meeting minutes

The Community and Economic Development Committee voted 7‑0 to approve the minutes from its February 5, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed its economic‑development and business‑retention strategy and finalized the schedule for Small Business Week 2025, moving the keynote event to May 5. A business report listed six new businesses that opened in the downtown district in March 2025.

• Approved February 5 minutes (7-0 vote)

General

This notice advises that a quorum of the mayor and city council may be present at the Youth Sports Day event on March 29, 2025. No official city business will be conducted. The agenda is purely procedural.

General

The City Council posted a notice of possible quorum for its March 26, 2025 meeting. The notice also announces a Spaghetti fundraiser to be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Friendswood Activity Building, 416 Morningside Dr. No agenda items or decisions were listed.

• Spaghetti fundraiser – March 26, 2025, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM at Friendswood Activity Building, 416 Morningside Dr.
• Notice of possible quorum posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The Keep Friendswood Beautiful committee will review the minutes from its February 18 meeting and receive budget updates. It will hear reports from several sub‑committees, including the Parks and Beautification committees. The meeting will discuss programs such as the Matching Grant Incentive and the Artwork on Electrical Boxes project, and will consider approving the purchase of a new tent frame and the cost of mulching invasive species at Stevenson Park.

• Consider approving the purchase of a new tent frame
• Discuss the cost of mulching invasive species at Stevenson Park
• Discuss the Matching Grant Incentive Program
• Discuss the Artwork on Electrical Boxes project
• Discuss the upcoming Spring Sparkle event on April 12, 2025

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will discuss and possibly take action on tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program for the 2025 event. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its February 19 meeting.

• Consider approving minutes of February 19, 2025 regular meeting
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Breakfast tasks and schedule
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Parade tasks and schedule
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Day Program tasks and schedule
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Event Evening Program tasks and schedule

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider site plan amendments and plats for several properties. Members will also discuss proposed amendments to city code regarding landscaping, temporary outdoor sales, and commission membership.

• Site plan amendments for Parkwood American Grille at 2131 W Parkwood Ave
• Preliminary and Final Plats for The Bristol at 650 and 800 N Friendswood Drive
• Final Plat for Mcreaken Manor at 401 W Edgewood Drive
• Proposed city code amendments to Section 8.2 regarding perimeter landscaping and screening
• Proposed updates to regulations for temporary outdoor sales and special events

General

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting to discuss future projects. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists only of a work session for discussion. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion regarding future Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation projects

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss future projects and receive updates on the FM 518 Illumination Project, the Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project, and a downtown business update. The board will also consider approving minutes from the February 11 meeting and hear the February 2025 financial report. No votes on major spending or policy changes are on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding future Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation projects
• Receive and discuss the Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project report
• Receive and discuss the FM 518 Illumination Project report
• Receive and discuss the Downtown business update
• Consider approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from the February meeting and discuss possible actions on upcoming trips and events. A key item is the Spring Picnic at Stevenson Park. Reports on recent luncheons and the Assistant Director's update on community events and park improvements will be received.

• Consider approving minutes of February 10, 2025 meeting
• Discuss and take possible action regarding upcoming trips and events
• Discuss and take possible action regarding the Spring Picnic at Stevenson Park
• Receive reports on Valentine's Day Luncheon, Go Texan Luncheon, and Mardi Gras Celebration
• Receive Assistant Director's Report on upcoming community events and park improvements

General

The Friendswood City Council is scheduled to attend a fundraising gala for the Friendswood Public Library on March 8, 2025. The event is a social gathering rather than a regular council meeting.

• Mayor and council to attend Friends of the Library Gala
• Library Gala at 416 S Friendswood Dr
• Event scheduled for March 8, 2025, 7:00PM – 11:00PM

Community and Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will consider approving minutes from February 5 and discuss an economic development and business retention strategy. A staff business report is also scheduled. No votes on ordinances or contracts are on the agenda.

• Consider approving the minutes from the February 5, 2025 regular meeting
• Discuss the Committee's economic development and business retention strategy
• Receive the Staff Business Report

General

This is a notice of possible quorum for the Mayor and City Council attending the Mardi Gras Celebration on March 4, 2025, at the Friendswood Activity Center. No official business or decisions are scheduled. The agenda contains only procedural notice of attendance at a public event.

• Mayor and council will attend Mardi Gras Celebration at 416 Morningside Dr on March 4, 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on first reading to disannex approximately 130 acres along FM 528, with an interlocal agreement for League City to annex the land. Other major items include authorizing agreements for the Falling Leaf Ranch Public Improvement District, adopting updates to city fee schedules, and issuing Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds. The consent agenda includes routine items such as adopting a parks master plan, declaring an emergency for Blackhawk Boulevard reconstruction, and accepting multiple capital projects.

• Disannexation of ~130 acres along FM 528 and portions of FM 528, with interlocal agreement for League City annexation
• Falling Leaf Ranch Public Improvement District: professional services agreement, administration services, petition resolution, and development agreement
• Second reading of ordinance updating fees for buildings, peddlers, towing, and credit card convenience fees
• Ordinance authorizing issuance of Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• Consideration of Budget Amendment VI for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

General

The Mayor and Council of the City of Friendswood will participate in a Rain Barrel Workshop hosted by KFB and the Galveston Bay Foundation. This event is scheduled for March 1, 2025, at Stevenson Park.

• Rain Barrel Workshop at Stevenson Park (1000 S Friendswood Dr)

Fourth of July Steering Committee

This Fourth of July Steering Committee meeting includes approving January 2024 minutes and discussing tasks, duties, schedules, and assignments for the breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program of the city's Independence Day celebration.

• Approve minutes from January 15, 2024 meeting
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Breakfast tasks and assignments
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Parade tasks and schedules
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Day Program assignments
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Evening Program tasks

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The committee will receive updates on its budget and various subcommittees, and discuss the Matching Grant Incentive Program, the Artwork on Electrical Boxes project, and the Little Library. Upcoming events include Spring Sparkle on April 12, State of the City on March 6, and the FISD Day of Service on April 21. The board will also consider approving minutes and purchasing informational brochures.

• Receive update on Keep Friendswood Beautiful committee budget
• Discuss the Matching Grant Incentive Program
• Discuss the upcoming Spring Sparkle event on April 12, 2025
• Discuss the Artwork on Electrical Boxes project
• Review and approve purchase of informational brochures

General

The Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department State Pension Local Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss pension benefits, approve the 2024 annual report, and elect board officers and a public representative. The board will also consider approving the Membership Reconciliation Report and TESRS online system users.

• Approve minutes of the August 27, 2024 regular meeting
• Receive an update from the FVFD Pension Committee chairperson
• Elect the Local Pension Board Public Representative
• Approve the 2024 Annual Report
• Elect Local Pension Board Officers

General

The Library Advisory Board will consider approving the minutes from its November 19, 2024 meeting. It will receive the Library Director’s report and an update from the Library Liaisons. The board will discuss a library expansion/renovation project. It will also discuss the Camelot Beckons Friends of the Library Gala.

• Approve minutes of the Library Advisory Board meeting held on November 19, 2024
• Receive the Library Director’s Report
• Receive update from the Library Liaisons
• Discuss library expansion/renovation project
• Discuss Camelot Beckons Friends of the Library Gala

General

The City of Friendswood posted a notice that the mayor and council will hold a Valentine’s Day Luncheon on February 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM. The event will be at the Friendswood Activity Center, 416 Moringside Dr. The notice was certified by City Secretary Leticia Brysch on February 10, 2025 in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on a site plan amendment for EZ Mart at 4326 Friendswood Link Rd, allowing a fuel canopy, six fuel pumps, and fuel tanks. They will also discuss proposed code amendments for temporary outdoor uses and landscaping flexibility. The consent agenda includes approval of the Wild Pines final plat at 400 Fence Post Rd and meeting minutes.

• Site plan amendment for EZ Mart fuel canopy, six pumps, and tanks at 4326 Friendswood Link Rd
• Discussion of code amendments for temporary outdoor uses (outdoor sales permits and special events)
• Discussion of landscaping and screening requirement flexibility based on adjacent land uses
• Consent agenda: Wild Pines final plat at 400 Fence Post Rd
• Oath of office for newly appointed Commissioner Stacy Phillips

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will discuss mobility and holiday decorations in the Downtown District. The board will also receive reports on the Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project, the FM 518 Illumination Project, a downtown business update, and the January 2024 financial report.

• Discussion regarding mobility in the Downtown District
• Discussion regarding holiday decorations for the Downtown District
• Receive and discuss Keep Friendswood Beautiful Electrical Box Artwork Project report
• Receive and discuss FM 518 Illumination Project report
• Receive and discuss Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation Financial Report for January 2024

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving January minutes and discuss action on upcoming trips, a Mardi Gras celebration, and a spaghetti fundraiser. The assistant director will report on community events and park improvements.

• Discuss and take possible action on upcoming trips and events
• Discuss and take possible action regarding the Mardi Gras Celebration
• Discuss and take possible action regarding the Spaghetti Fundraiser
• Receive report on upcoming community events and park improvements

General

This is a notice of possible quorum, not a regular meeting. The Mayor and City Council will attend the Touch a Truck community event on February 8, 2025, at Renwick Park. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Touch a Truck event on February 8, 2025 at 205 Stadium Lane (Renwick Park)

Community and Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss economic development and business retention strategies. The agenda includes approving minutes from the previous meeting and receiving a staff business report. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approve minutes from January 8, 2025 meeting
• Discuss economic development and business retention strategy
• Receive Staff Business Report

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone 0.289 acres at 311 Laurel from Multi-Family Medium Density to Downtown District. The council will also discuss and set a schedule for Waterworks & Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025, and vote on first readings of amendments to the city's fee schedule and budget. Other actions include approving contracts for flood control projects and recognizing staff achievements.

• Public hearing and ordinance for zone change at 311 Laurel from MFR-M to Downtown District
• Discuss and approve schedule for Waterworks & Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
• First reading of ordinance updating fees for buildings, peddlers, towing, and credit card processing
• First reading of Budget Amendment V for FY 2024-2025 supplemental appropriation
• Authorize agreement with Westbrook Contractors LLC for Deepwood Flood Control Project

Keep Friendswood Beautiful

The Keep Friendswood Beautiful committee will meet to approve October 2024 minutes, receive budget and committee updates, and discuss upcoming events including Santa in the Park and the Tree Giveaway. They will also talk about the Matching Grant Incentive Program and the Artwork on Electrical Boxes project. The board will review and approve nominations for the first quarter Business Beautification Award.

• Consider approving minutes of October 22, 2024 meeting
• Discuss Santa in the Park and Tree Giveaway events
• Discuss Matching Grant Incentive Program
• Discuss Artwork on Electrical Boxes project
• Review and approve first quarter Business Beautification Award nominations

General

The Friendswood Investment Committee will consider approving the minutes from its October 28, 2024 meeting. It will also review and vote on the City of Friendswood Quarterly Investment Report for the period ending December 31, 2024. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the Investment Committee meeting held on October 28, 2024
• Approve the City of Friendswood Quarterly Investment Report for December 31, 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a site plan amendment for EZ Mart at 4326 Friendswood Link Rd. to add a fuel canopy, six fuel pumps, and fuel tanks. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and updates from the City Council liaison.

• Site plan amendment for EZ Mart – 4326 Friendswood Link Rd. – to add fuel canopy, six fuel pumps, and fuel tanks

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will consider approving the November 2024 meeting minutes and receive the Library Director's report. The board is scheduled to discuss the library expansion/renovation project and the Camelot Beckons Friends of the Library Gala.

• Consider approving November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Receive Library Director's Report
• Receive update from Library Liaisons
• Discuss library expansion/renovation project
• Discuss Camelot Beckons Friends of the Library Gala

Fourth of July Steering Committee

The Fourth of July Steering Committee will discuss and possibly take action on assignments for the event's breakfast, parade, day program, and evening program. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes. No financial or policy items are on the agenda.

• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Breakfast tasks and schedule
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Parade tasks and schedule
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Day Program tasks and schedule
• Discuss and take possible action on Fourth of July Evening Program tasks and schedule
• Consider approving minutes of the August 21, 2024 meeting

Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation

The Friendswood Downtown Economic Development Corporation will consider approving the minutes from its November 12, 2024 meeting. It will discuss removing overhead communications and power lines along FM 518. The board will receive reports on the FM 518 illumination project and the corporation’s December 2024 financials.

• Approve minutes of the November 12, 2024 meeting
• Discuss removal of overhead communications and power lines along FM 518
• Receive and discuss the FM 518 Illumination Project report
• Receive and discuss the December 2024 financial report
• Corporation may adjourn into executive session as authorized by Texas Government Code §§ 551.071‑551.090

Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

The Senior Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving the minutes from its November 18, 2024 meeting and discuss several business items, including the Chair position, upcoming trips and events, and two luncheons. The meeting will also receive reports on upcoming community events, park improvements, a Thanksgiving potluck, and a Breakfast with Santa event.

• Approve minutes of the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee meeting held on November 18, 2024
• Discuss and take possible action regarding the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee Chair position
• Discuss and take possible action regarding upcoming trips and events
• Discuss and take possible action regarding the Valentine's Day Luncheon
• Discuss and take possible action regarding the Go Texan Luncheon

General

This is a notice of a possible quorum for a social event, Breakfast with Bluey. No official city business will be discussed or decided. The meeting is purely procedural and ceremonial.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zone classification change at 311 Laurel from Multi-Family Residential-Medium Density to Downtown District. Other action items include approving the Wild Pines Preliminary Plat at 400 Fence Post Rd and a site plan for APA Designs at 405 Laurel. The consent agenda includes plats for Laurel Park Friendswood III and a partial replat of Liberty Tree Estates. The commission will also receive information on possible city code amendments regarding appeals and landscaping.

• Zone change request (public hearing and recommendation) for 311 Laurel from MFR-M to Downtown District
• Consider approval of Wild Pines Preliminary Plat (11.135 acres) at 400 Fence Post Rd
• Consider approval of site plan for APA Designs at 405 Laurel
• Consent: approval of Laurel Park Friendswood III Final Plat at 214 S Friendswood Drive
• Consent: approval of partial replat of Liberty Tree Estates at 405 W Spreading Oaks Dr (9.725 acres)

Community and Economic Development Committee

The Community and Economic Development Committee will consider its overall economic development and business retention strategy. No specific contracts, rezoning actions, or ordinance changes are listed. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving prior minutes and receiving a staff business report.

• Discussion of the Community and Economic Development Committee economic development and business retention strategy

City Council

The City Council will consider ordering a general election for Councilmember positions 4 and 6. The body will also discuss budget amendments for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, and review updates on drainage and parks planning.

• Ordinance ordering General Election on May 3, 2025
• Budget Amendment XIII (FY 2023-2024) and Budget Amendment IV (FY 2024-2025)
• Professional Services Agreement for a Master Drainage Plan with Halff and Associates, Inc.
• Agreement with Cracon, Inc. for Utility Relocates at Clear Creek Utility Bridge Project
• Local fund commitment for CDBG Annalea Neighborhood Improvements and Groundwater Plant 4 projects