Galveston public meetings in 2022

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting that includes an executive session to consult with an attorney regarding the board's legal duties and responsibilities. The agenda lists no specific action items for public discussion, only a general provision to consider actions resulting from the executive session. The meeting also includes standard procedural steps such as roll call, conflict of interest declarations, and public comment opportunities.

• Executive session with attorney regarding legal duties under Texas Government Code Section 551.071
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per person
• Meeting location: Park Board Plaza, 601 Tremont Street, Galveston, TX

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a regular meeting to review two specific development requests. The agenda included a public hearing for a beachfront construction certificate for a single-family dwelling and a request for a Planned Unit Development overlay to build a vehicle wash complex.

• Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 11719 Beachside (single-family dwelling)
• Planned Unit Development (PUD) overlay request for a 'Vehicle Wash' complex at 2504/2528 Broadway and 2529 Sealy
• Applicant for PUD: Jonathan Puffer, PEA Group; Property Owner: BW 25th & Broadway Galveston, LLC

The Commission approved a construction certificate and dune protection permit for a single-family home. A request for a vehicle wash complex was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 11719 Beachside (7-0)
• Deferred PUD Overlay District request for vehicle wash complex at 2504-2528 Broadway/Avenue J and 2529 Sealy/Avenue I to February 7, 2023 (7-0)
• Accepted December 6, 2022 minutes as corrected

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees meets to review routine financial statements and retirement benefits for December 2022. The board will also discuss a training policy and confirm Travis Hill as the firefighter representative for another three-year term. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel matters, specifically an administrator raise and a Christmas bonus.

• Travis Hill confirmed as firefighter representative for a 3-year term
• Executive session on administrator raise and Christmas bonus
• Review of November 2022 financial statements
• Discussion of 2022 calendar and budget
• Review of board training policy

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is holding a regular meeting to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for modifications to historic properties. The agenda includes public hearings on changes to front porches, doors, and windows at three specific addresses. The commission will also consider an extension request for a previously submitted window replacement application.

• 22LC-048: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness for modifications to front porch and front door at 1015 Sealy/Avenue I
• 22LC-053: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness for a new front door at 1416 Ball/Avenue H
• 22LC-054: Request for extension of 22LC-018 (window replacement) at 1207 Market/Avenue D

The Commission denied one request for structural modifications and approved two others, including one for alterations and one for a request extension. The December 5, 2022 minutes were also approved.

• Approved December 5, 2022 minutes
• Denied modifications to front porch and door at 1015 Sealy/Avenue I (6-0)
• Approved alterations including a new front door at 1416 Ball/Avenue H (6-0)
• Approved extension for window replacement request at 1207 Market/Avenue D (6-0)

One Time Event

The Executive Committee of the City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board meets to approve previous minutes and select a new nominating chair. The committee will also recommend new adult and student board members to replace departing members, with these recommendations intended for presentation at the full board meeting in January.

• Select new nominating chair to replace Shanice Blair
• Recommend 2 new adult board members to replace Shanice Blair and Rey Medellin
• Recommend 1 new student board member to replace Liz White
• Approval of Executive Committee minutes from Sept. 8

One Time Event

The City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board is holding a hybrid meeting to approve minutes, hear updates from its Education, Infrastructure, Youth Empowerment, and Health task forces, and receive updates from the Department of Parks and Recreation. A special presentation titled 'Vulnerable Voices' by a UTMB MD-MPH candidate is scheduled, along with a guest introduction from the Family Service Center. The agenda lists no specific votes or budget decisions, focusing instead on reports and public input.

• Special presentation: 'Vulnerable Voices' by Bianca Obinyan, UTMB MD-MPH candidate
• Guest introduction: Dr. Jared Williams, Executive Director, Family Service Center
• Task Force Reports: Education, City Infrastructure, Youth Empowerment, and Health
• Department of Parks and Recreation Updates
• Requests to Address Board and Announcements/Recognitions

Airport Advisory Committee

The Galveston Airport Advisory Committee is scheduled for a regular meeting on December 13, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion of the turf runway and updates on airport projects, including capital improvements, facility repairs, and budget reports. The committee will also approve minutes from their previous meeting in October.

• Discussion of Turf Runway
• Capital Improvement Project Updates
• Part 139 Certification Update
• Monthly Budget Report – December 3, 2022
• Public Comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The committee approved the October 11, 2022, meeting minutes and determined the new location and dimensions for the turf runway. Members received updates on several capital improvement projects, including runway repairs and a south apron rehabilitation project.

• Approved October 11, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to move turf runway west approximately 50 feet
• Established turf runway dimensions at approximately 75 feet wide and 1,680 feet long

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will review and vote on the 2023 operating budget for the Galveston Island Convention Center. The agenda also includes approvals for new vehicle leases, architectural services for RESTORE funding, and insurance for the Washed Ashore artwork. Several legal matters, including pending litigation and employee evaluations, will be discussed in a closed executive session.

• Approval of Galveston Island Convention Center 2023 Operating Budget
• Authorization to lease vehicles and order 11 new trucks via Enterprise Fleet Management
• Purchase of a Chevrolet Colorado for Urban Park
• Professional Services Agreement with Helm Design Group, LLC for RESTORE funding
• Purchase of a Yamaha FX1800-E Jet Ski for Beach Patrol

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to approve financial reports and several construction contracts for Cruise Terminal 25, including a $1.84 million agreement with Hensel Phelps Construction Company. The board also discusses renewing stevedore licenses, approving a $700,000 amendment for a boarding bridge, and funding parking lot improvements up to $660,000. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss cruise line agreements, personnel matters, and real estate on Galveston and Pelican Island.

• Construction Manager At Risk Agreement with Hensel Phelps for Cruise Terminal 25 improvements: $1,841,184.00
• First Amendment to contract with Adelte Ports & Maritime S.L.U. for Passenger Boarding Bridge at Cruise Terminal 25: up to $700,000.00
• Project funding for additional parking lots at Cruise Terminal 10 and East End utilities: up to $660,000.00
• Renewal of active Stevedore Licenses for Calendar Year 2023
• Revenue Collection and Disbursement Agreement with Galveston Cruise Terminal, LLC and Wilmington Trust, National Association

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission meets to review reports on the Galveston Arts & Culture Plan. The main action item is a discussion on how to allocate funding for 2023-2024 public arts grants, including project sites and the timeline for calling artists.

• Discussion of 2023-2024 Public Arts Grants funding allocation
• Review of Galveston Arts & Culture Plan by Steering Committee
• Meeting held at McGuire-Dent Recreation Center, 2222 28th St.

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Finance Committee meets to review standard financial documents, including expense reports, financial statements, and cash flow projections. The agenda consists primarily of consent items for accepting monthly reports and considering trade development. No specific new projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for decision.

• Review Board and Staff Expense Reports
• Review Financial Statements
• Review Port Investments Report
• Review Cash Flow Projections
• Consider Trade Development

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial statements and approve two resolutions. The board will decide on a contract for a Grievance Hearing Officer and authorize the write-off of collection losses. The meeting also includes reports on housing services and maintenance.

• Resolution #2951: Approval to contract for a Grievance Hearing Officer
• Resolution #2952: Approval of Collection Loss Write-Offs
• Review of Financial Statements
• Reports on Public Housing, Resident Services, and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV)

City Council

The Galveston City Council will review a $1,318,000 budget amendment for fiscal year 2022 to record various expenditures and transfers. The agenda includes public hearings on a water storage tank project and a proposed Planned Unit Development at 0 San Luis Pass Road. Council members will also discuss the resignation of District 2 Representative William Schuster and approve several contracts for pavement assessment and software maintenance.

• Budget amendment of $1,318,000 for FY2022 expenditures and transfers
• Public hearing on 59th Street Water Storage Tank CDBG-MIT application
• Ordinance for Planned Unit Development at 0 San Luis Pass Road / FM 3005
• Contract with Roadway Asset Services, LLC for $288,218 pavement assessment
• Resolution accepting resignation of City Council Member William Schuster

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss upcoming election logistics, Park Board capital improvement projects for 2022-2023, and pension updates for police and firefighters. The council also reviewed the Pelican Island Bridge and alternate revenue sources. A closed executive session was held to receive legal advice regarding pending litigation involving the city and former officials.

• Discussion of Park Board Capital Improvement Projects for 2022-2023
• Review of polling place locations and District 2 election details
• Update on Police and Firefighter pensions and the Fire Pension status
• Council update on the Pelican Island Bridge
• Executive session on litigation: City of Galveston v. Sonya Porretto and Porretto v. City of Galveston Park Board

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Galveston Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to review two specific land development requests. The board will consider a variance to reduce minimum lot area, width, and depth for a commercial property on Avenue R. It will also review a special exception to reduce the front yard setback for a single-family residential property on Gulf Drive.

• 22Z-011: Variance request for 4502 Avenue R to reduce minimum lot area, width, and depth in Commercial (C) district
• 22Z-012: Special exception request for 21227 Gulf Drive to reduce front yard setback in Residential, Single-Family (R-1) district
• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2022 and November 9, 2022 meetings
• Public comment period with three-minute limit per speaker

The Board approved a special exception to reduce the required front yard setback for a single-family residence. A request for a variance to reduce lot area, width, and depth for a commercial property was denied.

• Approved front yard setback reduction at 21227 Gulf Drive (5-0)
• Denied variance for lot area, width, and depth at 4502 Avenue R (2-1, 2 abstentions)
• Approved October 5, 2022 minutes
• Approved November 9, 2022 minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Workforce Development Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to approve previous minutes and finalize plans for 2023 community events. The agenda includes discussions on a Learning Community Tour and a VIP Event, as well as reviewing the committee's work plan for the fiscal year. No new contracts, rezonings, or budget approvals are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of 11.9.22 Workforce Development Committee minutes
• Finalize plans for 2023 Learning Community Tours
• Finalize plans for 2023 VIP Event
• Review 2022-2023 Committee Work Plan

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a regular meeting to review three specific property cases. The agenda included a public hearing on dune and vegetation mitigation for a property on FM 3005, a request to replat lots on Bayou Shore, and a new business item to designate a property on Avenue L as a Galveston Landmark.

• Public hearing 22BF-101: Notice of mitigation for disturbance of dunes and vegetation at 17207 FM 3005 (Sandy Shores subdivision).
• Public hearing 22P-080: Request to replat 1515 and 1519 Bayou Shore to increase lots from two to three (Emily Root Addition No. 2).
• New business 22P-079: Request to designate 3128 Avenue L as a Galveston Landmark (M.B. Menard Survey).

The Planning Commission recommended the approval of a request to designate the property at 3128 Avenue L as a Galveston Landmark. The commission also accepted the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended approval of landmark designation for 3128 Avenue L (6-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 minutes as written

One Time Event

The Families Children & Youth Board Education Task Force met to review 2022-2023 goals and discuss Born Learning Trails. The group considered requesting that universal information from the City and Galveston Independent School District (GISD) be translated into Spanish. The agenda also included distributing a policy brief and its Spanish translation.

• Review of 2022-2023 goals
• Discussion of Born Learning Trails
• Consideration of Spanish translation for City and GISD information
• Distribution of policy brief and Spanish translation

Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals

The Galveston Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals will review various International Code materials and local amendments. The board will make recommendations to the City Council regarding these building, energy, and safety codes. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as electing a chairman and approving minutes.

• Review of International Building Code and amendments
• Review of International Energy Conservation Code
• Review of Existing Building Code and Property Maintenance Code
• Review of Pool, Fuel Gas, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fire Codes
• Update to Board of Adjustments and Appeals legal language

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is meeting to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for modifications to historic structures and a request to designate a property as a Galveston Landmark. The agenda includes public hearings for several residential properties and a consent agenda item. One item regarding 1416 Ball Street is noted for deferral.

• Request to designate 3128 Avenue L as a Galveston Landmark (22LC-050)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for front porch and door modifications at 1015 Sealy/Avenue I (22LC-048)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for garage modifications at 1124 Church/Avenue F (22LC-052)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for front door replacements at 613 15th Street (22LC-051)
• Deferral memo for Certificate of Appropriateness request at 1416 Ball/Avenue H (22LC-053)

The Commission approved Certificates of Appropriateness for modifications at 1509 Mechanic/Avenue C, 613 15th Street, and 1124 Church/Avenue F. It recommended approval for the landmark designation of 3128 Avenue L. Two requests were deferred to the December 19 meeting.

• Approved modifications to front stair railings at 1509 Mechanic/Avenue C (6-0)
• Approved replacement of two front doors at 613 15th Street with conditions (5-1)
• Approved modifications to existing garage at 1124 Church/Avenue F (6-0)
• Recommended approval of landmark designation for 3128 Avenue L (5-1)
• Deferred request for modifications at 1015 Sealy/Avenue I to Dec 19 (6-0)
• Deferred request for new front door at 1416 Ball/Avenue H to Dec 19 (6-0)
• Approved November 7, 2022 minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees' Parks and Amenities Committee held a regular meeting to receive an update from the Seawolf Park Task Force. The committee also reviewed its 2022-2023 work plan and allowed for public comment on agenda items.

• Update from the Seawolf Park Task Force presented by Vince Lorefice
• Review of the Parks and Amenities Committee FY22-23 Work Plan
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

Galveston Wharves Board

The Board of Trustees for Galveston Wharves held a special meeting to discuss the port's Master Plan and Capital Improvement Budget. They also considered approving an amendment to the operating agreement with Disney Cruise Line. The board entered a closed executive session to discuss legal matters, personnel, real estate, and economic development negotiations.

• Discuss Master Plan and Capital Improvement Budget
• Discuss Legislative Agenda
• Consider approval of First Amendment to Operating Agreement with Magical Cruise Company, Limited (Disney Cruise Line)
• Executive session on Ground Lease with Galveston Cruise Terminals, LLC (Cruise Terminal No. 10)
• Executive session on Port Director personnel and real estate on Galveston and Pelican Island

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee meets to review and approve previous minutes and discuss the 2022 Tree City USA update. The agenda also includes discussion of trees at Menard Park and other tree-related matters. No specific decisions, contracts, or budget items are listed in the agenda text.

• Tree City USA 2022 Update
• Trees at Menard Park
• Other Tree Related Matters

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a short-term fix income account with a guest from MS/Greystone. The agenda also includes reviewing November 2022 retirement benefits, October 2022 financial statements, and updates on the funding policy and actuarial billing.

• Discussion on Short-Term Fix Income Account with guest Scott Owens
• Review of Retirement Benefits for November 2022
• Review of Financial Statements & Transactions for October 2022
• Update on Special Studies Committee/Funding Policy and actuarial billing
• Dates for nominations and elections for Firefighter Representative

City Council

The Galveston City Council and Park Board of Trustees held a joint meeting to discuss future plans for Stewart Beach Park and Seawolf Park. They also reviewed the approval process for 2023 Capital Improvement Projects and discussed ordinances governing Park Board deposits and budget approvals. The agenda included a presentation on Fourth of July events.

• Visioning discussion for Stewart Beach Park and Seawolf Park
• Review of Capital Improvement Project (CIP) approval process for 2023
• Discussion of ordinances governing Park Board deposits and budget approval
• Presentation regarding Fourth of July events

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss several city issues, including the Storm Water Master Plan, homelessness, and a draft 2023 state legislative agenda. The council also reviewed a compensation study and discussed the potential abandonment of a portion of Avenue P. An executive session was held to evaluate the performance of key city officials, including the City Manager and City Attorney.

• Discussion of Galveston’s Storm Water Master Plan
• Discussion regarding abandonment of Avenue P between 20th and 21st Streets
• Discussion of homelessness in the City of Galveston
• Review of the draft City of Galveston 2023 State Legislative Agenda
• Presentation of Classification and Compensation Study by Evergreen Solutions

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees and City Council held a joint meeting to discuss future plans for Stewart Beach Park and Seawolf Park. They also reviewed the approval process for 2023 Capital Improvement Projects and discussed city ordinances related to park deposits and budget approvals.

• Visioning discussion for Stewart Beach Park and Seawolf Park
• Review of Capital Improvement Project (CIP) approval process for 2023
• Discussion of ordinances governing Park Board deposits and budget approval
• Presentation regarding Fourth of July events

City Council

The Galveston City Council will vote on several zoning ordinances, including creating Planned Unit Development overlays for properties on 60th Street and Wern Road, and designating a property on Bernardo De Galvez as a landmark. The agenda also includes approval for significant infrastructure contracts, such as electrical work for tree lighting on Rosenberg Street and illuminated bollards on Seawall Boulevard. Additionally, the council will discuss salary adjustments for city appointees and review various public safety and transportation purchases.

• Zoning: PUD overlay for 'Office' use at 2018 60th Street (Case 22P-065)
• Zoning: PUD overlay for residential development at 0 Wern Road (Case 22P-070)
• Landmark: Designation of 3727 Bernardo De Galvez as a Galveston Landmark (Case 22P-066)
• Contract: $168,750.00 to Crescent Electric for electrical work for tree lighting on Rosenberg Street
• Contract: $1,623,721 to Gomaco Trolley Company for restoration of Streetcar Trolley #503

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will discuss proposed changes to the City of Galveston Hotel Occupancy Tax Ordinances and review a presentation for a new Beach Patrol Headquarters. The board will also consider approving a 2023 State Legislative Agenda, an investment policy, and various operational contracts for park maintenance and facilities.

• Discussion of proposed changes to City of Galveston Hotel Occupancy Tax Ordinances
• Presentation by Rogers Partners for Beach Patrol Headquarters
• Approval of 2023 State Legislative Agenda
• Approval of Park Board Investment Policy and RFP for investment services
• Approval of contract for Dellanera RV Park Pavilion exterior painting

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review financial reports and discuss the 2023 operating and capital budgets. Key actions include approving a $100,000 increase to a construction contract for Pier 10 and 12 dock repairs, purchasing three new work trucks, and extending a land lease for stevedoring operations. The board also holds a closed executive session to discuss cruise line agreements and personnel matters.

• Increase Pier 10 & 12 dock repair contract by $100,000 to a total not exceeding $4,579,346.74
• Purchase three F-250 work trucks from Silsbee Ford for up to $180,000
• Extend land lease with Suderman Contracting Stevedores for 22 acres at U.P. 'Rockyard' and Pier 34
• Discuss 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement, and Capital Improvements Budget
• Consider rate increase for customer line-haul switching services in Galveston Railroad Terminal Tariff

Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Committee

The Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Advisory Committee meets to review investment reports for the quarter ending September 30, 2022, and preliminary FY 2022 results for the General Fund and other city funds. The committee also discusses the process for preparing the Annual Beach Park Board Budget and Five Year Capital Improvement Plan for City Council approval.

• Review of Investment Reports for the City of Galveston and Galveston Industrial Development Corporation (quarter ending Sept 30, 2022)
• Review of preliminary FY 2022 General Fund and Property Tax revenue results
• Discussion of Annual Beach Park Board Budget and Five Year Capital Improvement Plan preparation
• Review of Hotel Occupancy Tax receipts cash controls and daily deposits

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 30, 2022 meeting and accepted the investment quarter reports. Members discussed preliminary FY 2022 year-ending results and proposed changes to the collection and retention of Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) receipts.

• Approved August 30, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted investment quarter reports for the quarter ended September 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Galveston Wharves Board

The Finance Committee of the Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review routine financial documents, including expense reports, financial statements, and cash flow projections. The committee will also discuss and consider the 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement, and Capital Improvements Budget. An update on FEMA matters is scheduled for discussion.

• Discussion of 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement and Capital Improvements Budget
• Consent agenda for financial statements, bank reconciliations, and vendor check registers
• Update on FEMA by A.G. Witt
• Review of Trade Development

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Galveston Parks & Recreation Advisory Board held a hybrid meeting to review routine updates from staff regarding special events, recreation centers, the Lasker Community Pool, and maintenance operations. The agenda included reports from the Executive Director and Board Chair, along with time for public comment and council representative input. No specific votes, budget approvals, or new projects were listed in the agenda items.

• Update on Special Events
• Update on Recreation Centers
• Update on Lasker Community Pool
• Update on Maintenance Division
• Executive Director Report

Park Board of Trustees

The Workforce Development Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees met to review draft minutes and plan upcoming educational events. The committee discussed scheduling and finalizing plans for 2023 Ball High School learning community tours and a Galveston Independent School District (GISD) VIP event. They also reviewed the committee's work plan for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

• Review of 10.12.22 Workforce Development Committee draft minutes
• Planning for 2023 Ball High School learning community tours
• Planning for 2023 GISD VIP event
• Review of 2022-2023 Committee Work Plan

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Galveston Zoning Board of Adjustments meets to review a single new business item: a variance request for a property at 11206 Schwartz. The applicant seeks to reduce the front yard setback required by residential zoning regulations. The meeting also includes standard procedural steps such as approving previous minutes and allowing public comment.

• Variance request 22Z-010 for 11206 Schwartz (Lot 11, Block 1, Sunny Beach) to reduce front yard setback
• Applicant: Sandpiper Homes, Inc. and Klint Kittley
• Property owners: Jerry McCorey and Mike Mathena

The Board approved a special exception to reduce the required front yard setback for a property in a Residential, Single-Family (R-1) zoning district. The approval of the October 5, 2022 minutes failed due to a lack of four affirmative votes.

• Approved front yard setback reduction at 11206 Schwartz (4-0)
• Approval of October 5, 2022 minutes failed

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan meets to review completed health risk assessments and discuss the status of open enrollment. The primary decision item is the possible approval of a recommendation to award a stop loss reinsurance contract based on RFP #23-02. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes and setting dates for future meetings.

• Possible approval of recommendation for Group Health Plan Stop Loss Reinsurance RFP #23-02
• Update on completed Employee Health Risk Assessments
• Discussion of status for Employee Health Benefits open enrollment
• Approval of minutes from August 31, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review several public hearings regarding property development. Key items include requests for beachfront construction certificates and dune protection permits for homes on Pirates Drive, Shores Drive, Grand Beach Blvd, and Beachside Drive. The commission will also consider a replat to increase lots at 3707 El Lago, a planned unit development at San Luis Pass Road, and a landmark designation for a property on Avenue L.

• Replat request at 3707 El Lago to increase lots from three to four
• Beachfront construction and dune protection permits for 4233 Pirates Drive, 19211 Shores Drive, 33 Grand Beach Blvd, and 11367 Beachside Drive
• Landmark designation request for 3827 Avenue L
• Planned Unit Development overlay for new single-family residential development at 0 San Luis Pass Road / FM 3005
• Replat request at 3307 Avenue M to combine two lots into two

The Commission approved beachfront construction permits for two properties and denied one exemption request. It also recommended approval for a new residential Planned Unit Development and the landmark designation of a property on Avenue L.

• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 4233 Pirates Drive (4-1)
• Denied exemption request for Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit at 33 Grand Beach Blvd. (5-0)
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate/Dune Protection Permit for 11367 Beachside Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval of landmark designation for 3827 Avenue L (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Planned Unit Development for 0 San Luis Pass Road / FM 3005 with Dark Sky lighting conditions (5-0)
• Approved replat of two lots at 3307 Avenue M (5-0)
• Accepted October 18, 2022 minutes as written

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss and consider approval of several operational contracts and purchases. Key items include a professional services agreement with Atkins, landscaping work at Urban Park, and the purchase of a Club Car and a Sealver rescue craft. The committee also reviews financial statements, an investment policy, and personnel matters in executive session.

• Professional Services Agreement with Atkins for general regulatory agency matters (FY 22-23)
• Planter Box Landscaping Work at Urban Park
• Purchase of a Club Car Carryall 500 for Seawolf Park
• Electrical Upgrades at East Beach
• Contract award to Immaculate Painting for Dellanera RV Park Pavilion exterior painting

Park Board of Trustees

The Tourism Development Advisory Committee meets to review meeting minutes and discuss proposed holiday activities for June 23rd through July 4th, 2023. The committee also reviews marketing tactics for the 2022 Winter Wonder Island event and receives executive reports from Visit Galveston. No specific budget approvals or contract awards are listed in the agenda text.

• Discussion of proposed 2023 Holiday Activities (June 23rd - July 4th)
• Presentation on 2022 Winter Wonder Island Marketing Tactics
• Review of September and October 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of Visit Galveston Executive Reports
• Review of FY22-23 Committee Work Plan

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority and related finance corporations will meet to approve past minutes and revise their Certificates of Formation. The agenda includes a discussion on adopting procedures for property acquisition, which would allow officers to bid on tax-foreclosed properties if approved by the City Council. Treasurer reports and invoice approvals for TIRZ 13, RDA, and GHFC/GPFA are also scheduled.

• Revisions to RDA and GHFC Certificates of Formation
• Approval of invoices for TIRZ 13, RDA, and GHFC/GPFA
• Discussion of procedures for bidding on tax-foreclosed properties
• Appointment of additional members to the Real Estate Committee

The board approved revised Certificates of Formation for the RDA and GHFC. It also adopted a new Purchase Program for property acquisition with specific residency and resale restrictions. Invoices for Robert Bastien were approved.

• Approved minutes of September 13 and October 11, 2022 meetings (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the RDA Certificate of Formation (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the GHFC Certificate of Formation (Unanimous)
• Approved Robert Bastien's invoices for $156.00 and $376.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved proposed Purchase Program for property acquisition with residency and resale restrictions (Unanimous)

One Time Event

The Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board meets to hear a presentation from UTMB public health researchers. Task force chairs will report on city infrastructure, education, and youth empowerment, with a specific action item regarding Born Learning Trails. The board will also receive updates from the Department of Parks and Recreation.

• Guest presentation by John Prochaska and Tibor Kisel from UTMB School of Public & Population Health
• Action Item: Born Learning Trails (Education Task Force)
• Task force reports on City Infrastructure, Education, Youth Empowerment, and Health
• Updates from Department of Parks and Recreation

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission meets to review the final projects from the 2021-2022 Public Arts Grants and discuss the status of artist payments. The commission also plans for the 2023-2024 Call for Artists and reviews work-in-progress reports for 2022-2023 artists.

• Review of 2021-2022 Public Arts Grants final projects
• Status update on checks to artists for 2021 and 2022
• Planning for 2023-2024 Call for Artists
• Work in progress reports for 2022-2023 artists

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is holding a regular meeting to review four specific property cases. Three items involve requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for alterations to existing structures, including window replacements and rear additions. One item involves a request to designate a property at 3827 Avenue L as a Galveston Landmark.

• 22LC-044: Alterations to 1310 Rosenberg/25th Street including door/window replacement
• 22LC-045: Rear addition to 1405 24th Street
• 22LC-046: Rear addition and roof material change at 1317 Rosenberg/25th Street
• 22LC-047: Request to designate 3827 Avenue L as a Galveston Landmark

The Commission approved Certificates of Appropriateness for structural alterations at three different addresses. Additionally, the Commission recommended approval for the designation of 3827 Avenue L as a Galveston Landmark.

• Approved alterations to doors, windows, and window openings at 1310 Rosenberg/25th Street (7-0)
• Approved rear addition at 1405 24th Street (7-0)
• Approved rear addition and roof material change at 1317 Rosenberg/25th Street with a modification to stair orientation (7-0)
• Recommended approval for landmark designation of 3827 Avenue L (7-0)
• Approved October 17, 2022 minutes

One Time Event

The Task Force of the City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board is meeting to review discussions from a previous retreat and consider adding new committee members. The agenda also includes assigning tasks to current members and approving past minutes. City Council members may attend and participate in the discussion.

• Review of topics discussed at a previous retreat
• Discussion of possible new committee members
• Assignment of tasks for task force members

Firefighters and Police Officers Civil Service Commission

The Galveston Firefighters and Police Officers Civil Service Commission meets to discuss the appointment of a Civil Service Director. The agenda also includes reviewing appeals for specific questions on the Firefighters Captains’ Promotional Exam held in October 2022.

• Discuss and consider action on the appointment of a Civil Service Director
• Review appeals for Written Exam questions #12, #20, #24, #26, and #65
• Review appeal for Map Exam Letter O (Reagor Way)
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

One Time Event

The City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board Task Force on City Infrastructure met to review updates on park inventories and broadband availability. The agenda included discussions on Jones Park engagement and brainstorming community consultants to expand capacity. No specific ordinances or budget approvals were listed in the agenda.

• Park Inventory Update led by Kathy Tiernan
• Jones Park Engagement discussion by Murphy and Spence
• Expand Broadband availability discussion by Rappaport and Bernard
• Brainstorming list of 'community consultants'
• Review of administrative rules for gathering and communication

One Time Event

The Families Children & Youth Board Education Task Force met to review goals for 2022-2023. The agenda included discussions on Born Learning Trails and the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. No specific budget amounts or policy decisions were listed in the agenda text.

• Review of 2022-2023 Task Force goals
• Discussion of Born Learning Trails
• Discussion of 1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Employee Retirement Fund for Non-Civil Service Employees

The Board for the City of Galveston Employees’ Retirement Fund for Non-Civil Service Employees meets to review performance reports and financial statements. Key discussions include possible actions on revised benefit calculations due to 2016 payroll discrepancies and potential improvements to plan benefits. The board also addresses a prior discrepancy regarding withholding from unused vacation and sick leave.

• Review of 12 revised benefit calculations from 2016 payroll discrepancies
• Discussion on possible improvements to Plan benefits
• Action on prior discrepancy regarding unused vacation and sick leave withholding
• Review of compiled financial statements

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will vote on renaming the Island Community Center to the Walter Norris Jr. Island Community Center. The board will also approve 2023 utility allowances and payment standards for Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs. Discussion items include possible development activity at 4700 Broadway.

• Resolution #2947: Rename Island Community Center to 'Walter Norris Jr. Island Community Center'
• Resolution #2948: Approval of 2023 HCV Program Utility Allowances
• Resolution #2949: Approval of 2023 Public Housing Utility Allowances
• Resolution #2950: Approval of 2023 HCV Program Payment Standards
• Discussion: Possible development activity at 4700 Broadway

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss potential changes to the city charter and regulations for short-term rentals, including registration fees and parking requirements. Council members also reviewed capital improvement projects for the Park Board and discussed funding inequities for West End roads. The meeting included a closed executive session to evaluate the performance of key city officials.

• Discussion of short-term rental registration fees and parking requirements
• Review of Park Board capital improvement projects for 2022-2023
• Discussion of West End roads condition and funding inequity
• Discussion of charter change recommendations
• Executive session evaluating City Manager, City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Secretary

City Council

The Galveston City Council will hold a regular meeting to vote on several public hearings, including amendments to land development regulations for Arena/Stadium uses and rezoning requests for properties near Seawall Boulevard and 23rd Street. The agenda also includes ordinances for short-term rental fees, hotel tax distribution to the Park Board, and the adoption of the Industrial Development Corporation budget. Additionally, the council will review numerous consent items involving contracts for police equipment, software maintenance, and park improvements.

• Public hearing on amending Land Development Regulations for 'Arena/Stadium' land use (Case 22ZA-005)
• Public hearing on rezoning property at 1901 23rd Street from Commercial to Urban Neighborhood (Case 22P-061)
• Public hearing on rezoning three properties south of Seawall Boulevard from Residential to Commercial (Case 22p-059)
• Ordinance adopting Industrial Development Corporation budget of $3,020,574 for FY 2023
• Consent item for $190,332.38 contract to install LED tree lights on Rosenberg Street

Galveston Wharves Board

The Finance Committee of the Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review standard monthly financial documents, including expense reports, investments, and cash flow projections. The committee also discusses and considers the 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement, and Capital Improvements Budget.

• Review of 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement and Capital Improvements Budget
• Consent agenda for monthly financial statements and bank reconciliations
• Review of Port Investments Report and Cash Flow Projections

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees meets to review the 2022 Third Quarter Fund Performance Report and discuss retirement benefits for October 2022. The agenda includes updates on funding policy and financial statements for September 2022. No specific new decisions or dollar amounts for new contracts are listed in the agenda text.

• Guest presentation on Securities Litigation Portfolio Monitoring by Wolf Popper LLP
• Presentation of 2022 Third Quarter Fund Performance Report by MS/Greystone
• Discussion of Retirement Benefits for October 2022
• Review of Financial Statements & Transactions for September 2022
• Update on Special Studies Committee/Funding Policy

The Board approved hiring Segal Bryant & Hamill, LLC as a short-term fixed-income manager. It also authorized setting aside funds to cover 12 months of retirement benefits and operating expenses. October retirement benefits totaling $325,980.52 were approved.

• Approved portfolio monitoring services by Wolf Popper LLP (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Segal Bryant & Hamill, LLC as fixed-income managers (unanimous)
• Approved balance sheet and proposal to set aside funds for 12 months of expenses (unanimous)
• Approved October 2022 retirement benefits of $325,980.52 (unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Galveston Employee's Retirement Fund for Police

The Galveston Employees’ Retirement Fund for Police board meets to approve past minutes and ratify loans for four officers. The board will also review potential investment portfolio changes and discuss proposed amendments to the plan's bylaws. Additional discussion items include policies for senior member benefits and contract rebidding.

• Ratification of officer loans for Owens, Allen, Blake, and Gainer
• Review of possible investment portfolio changes recommended by Quantitative Group
• Discussion of proposed amendments to Plan bylaws
• Proposal to allow senior members an extra free actuarial analysis of benefits
• Discussion of policy requiring contracts to be rebid after a minimum of 5 years

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review financial reports, the 2023 budget, and pension investments. Key open-session items include approving engineering contracts for port redevelopment and wharf road improvements, as well as discussing small vessel passenger fees. The board also enters a closed executive session to discuss cruise line agreements, real estate leases, and personnel matters.

• Professional services agreement with Lloyd Engineering, Inc. for West End Port Redevelopment Program (not to exceed $2,850,570.00)
• Fourth Amendment to agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Rider 37 Wharf Road Improvements (not to exceed $552,359.00)
• Discussion of 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement and Capital Improvements Budget
• Discussion of Small Vessel Passenger Fees
• Executive session topics include Ground Lease with Galveston Cruise Terminals, LLC and Pier 21 Lease

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will discuss creating a task force for Seawolf Park development and approve concrete repairs for the Stewart Beach Pavilion. The board will also review updates on FEMA receivables, grant awards, and proposed agreements for helicopter tours. Several expenditure approvals and committee workplans are scheduled for consent.

• Discuss creation of a Seawolf Park Development Task Force
• Approve award for Stewart Beach Pavilion Concrete Repairs Phase 2
• Review eligibility of Galveston Adventures Helicopter Tours for new agreement
• Discuss co-sponsorship of the 25th Street Lighting Project
• Approve acceptance of NEEF 2022 Driving Mobility and Accessibility Grant Award

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will discuss creating a task force for Seawolf Park development and approve concrete repairs for the Stewart Beach Pavilion. The board will also review a grant award for public land accessibility and discuss proposed changes to the city's Hotel Occupancy Tax.

• Creation of a Seawolf Park Development Task Force
• Approval of Stewart Beach Pavilion Concrete Repairs Phase 2
• Acceptance of National Environmental Education Foundation grant for accessibility
• Co-sponsorship of the 25th Street Lighting Project
• Discussion of proposed changes to the Hotel Occupancy Tax

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 Tree City USA update and trees located at Menard Park. The agenda also includes general tree-related matters and a period for public comment on each item. No specific contracts, budget figures, or ordinance votes are listed in the agenda text.

• Tree City USA 2022 Update
• Trees at Menard Park
• Other Tree Related Matters

One Time Event

The City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board is holding an annual retreat and monthly meeting. The agenda focuses on orienting new members, reviewing board policies, and conducting breakout sessions for existing task forces. No specific ordinances, budget approvals, or rezonings are listed for decision.

• Orientation for new board members covering history, mission, and duties
• Breakout sessions for task forces: Education, City Infrastructure, Youth Empowerment, and Health
• Public comment period scheduled for 5:20 pm
• Meeting location: McGuire Dent Recreation Center

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review several land-use applications. The agenda includes public hearings on two Planned Unit Development (PUD) requests, a request to designate a property as a Galveston Landmark, and a request to abandon a portion of Avenue P right-of-way. Other items include a beachfront construction permit and a license to install a statue in a sidewalk.

• Abandonment of approx. 21,000 sq-ft of Avenue P right-of-way between 20th and 21st Streets (22P-068)
• Beachfront Construction Certificate for addition to dwelling at 4233 Pirates Drive (22P-062)
• Request to designate 3727 Bernardo De Galvez / Avenue P as a Galveston Landmark (22P-066)
• License to use sidewalk right-of-way near 2420 Mechanic for a turtle statue (22P-069)
• PUD Overlay for 'Office' land use at 2018 60th Street (22P-065) and new residential development at 0 Wern Road (22P-070)

The Commission recommended denial of a single-family residential development at 0 Wern Road and a right-of-way abandonment on Avenue P. It recommended approval for a landmark designation and an office-use PUD, and approved a license for a sidewalk statue.

• Recommended denial of right-of-way abandonment at Bernardo de Galvez/Avenue P (5-1)
• Recommended approval of landmark designation for 3727 Bernardo de Galvez / Avenue P (6-0)
• Approved license to install turtle statue at 2420 Mechanic / Avenue C (6-0)
• Recommended approval of PUD Overlay for office use at 2018 60th Street (6-0)
• Recommended denial of PUD Overlay for residential development at 0 Wern Road (5-1)

Sister Cities Program Committee

The Galveston Sister Cities Program Committee met to discuss updates on relationships with cities in Japan, Mexico, Norway, Africa, India, and Taiwan. The agenda included a vote on adding Taiwan, a review of a request to add a city from Ukraine, and the introduction of new committee members.

• Vote on request to add Taiwan as a sister city
• Review of request to add a city from Ukraine
• Updates on Niigata-Joe, Veracruz-Sherry, Macharaviaya Pam, Stavanger-Leah, Africa-Leah, and India-Stephen
• Introduction of Ex-Officio member Marie Robb and Advisory subcommittee member Alex Thomas
• Discussion of amendments to committee Rules and Policies

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Galveston Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meets to review routine updates on recreation centers, the Lasker Community Pool, and maintenance operations. The agenda includes a presentation on Vision Galveston and reports from the Executive Director and Special Events staff. No specific votes, budget approvals, or new ordinances are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation on Vision Galveston
• Update on Lasker Community Pool
• Update on Recreation Centers and Maintenance Division
• Executive Director Report by Barbara Sanderson

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission held a regular meeting to review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for various property modifications, including fence changes, murals, porch enclosures, garage additions, and driveway installations. The commission also considered a request to designate a property as a Galveston Landmark and a request for a license to install a turtle statue in a sidewalk right-of-way.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for fence modifications at 1728 Sealy / Avenue I
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a wall mural at 2440 Mechanic / Avenue C
• Certificate of Appropriateness for porch enclosure and extension at 2019 Avenue N 1/2
• Request to designate 3727 Bernardo De Galvez / Avenue P as a Galveston Landmark
• Request for license to install a turtle statue adjacent to 2420 Mechanic / Avenue C

The Commission approved five requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding property modifications. It also recommended approval for one landmark designation and one license to use the city sidewalk right-of-way.

• Approved site and fence modifications at 1728 Sealy / Avenue I (7-0)
• Approved wall mural at 2440 Mechanic / Avenue C (5-2)
• Approved porch alterations at 2019 Avenue N 1/2 (7-0)
• Approved garage addition and connection at 1301 Market/Avenue D (7-0)
• Approved new curb cut and driveway at 1910 Avenue M ½ (7-0)
• Recommended approval for landmark designation at 3727 Bernardo de Galvez / Avenue P (7-0)
• Recommended approval for turtle statue installation adjacent to 2420 Mechanic / Avenue C (7-0)
• Approved October 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees Parks and Amenities Committee meets to review fiscal year 2021-22 park revenues and discuss the eligibility of Galveston Adventures Helicopter Tours for a new agreement. The committee will also review the timeline for 2022-2023 capital projects and present the 2023 Concessionaire Partner Request for Proposals.

• Review of FY21.22 Park Revenues
• Discussion on eligibility of Galveston Adventures Helicopter Tours for new agreement
• Presentation of 2023 Concessionaire Partner Request for Proposals
• Update on Parks 2022-2023 Capital Projects timeline
• Update on Washed Ashore Island Wide Art Exhibition

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan met to discuss potential changes to premiums and plan benefits. The agenda also included standard procedural items like a roll call, conflict of interest declarations, and public comment periods. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the provided notice.

• Discuss and consider action on premium and plan benefit changes
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items
• Discussion of tentative dates for the next board meeting

Galveston Wharves Board

The Finance Committee of the Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees met to discuss and consider the 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement, and Capital Improvements Budget. The agenda included standard procedural items such as roll call, public comments, and setting the date for the next meeting. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions were recorded in the provided text.

• Discussion of 2023 Operating, Renewal & Replacement and Capital Improvements Budget
• Public comment period available via online form or in person
• Meeting held at 123 Rosenberg Avenue, 8th Floor

Park Board of Trustees

The Workforce Development Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss a social media plan and plan for January 2023 learning community tours and a VIP event. The committee also considers approval of its FY23 annual work plan and reviews the previous 2021-2022 work plan.

• Discussion of Social Media Plan presentation by Neil Murphy
• Planning for January 2023 Learning Community Tours and VIP Event
• Consider approval of Workforce Development Committee FY23 Annual Work Plan
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

One Time Event

The Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board meets to approve previous minutes and discuss board terms with the City Secretary. Members are asked to designate their preferred task force for the 2022-23 term ahead of an upcoming retreat. The agenda also includes updates from the Department of Parks and Recreation.

• Board members designate preferred task force for 2022-23
• Guest presentation on board terms by City Secretary Janelle Williams
• Task force highlights: Youth Empowerment and Health
• Reminder for FCYB Annual Retreat on Oct. 20, 2022

Airport Advisory Committee

The Galveston Airport Advisory Committee meets to review the FY 2023 adopted airport budget and updates on capital improvement projects. The agenda includes discussions on Fixed Base Operator (FBO) handling fees, Part 139 certification status, and facility repairs. Monthly operational reports for fuel flowage and air traffic control are also scheduled for review.

• Update on FBO Handling Fees
• Review of FY 2023 Adopted Airport Budget
• Capital Improvement Project Updates
• Part 139 Certification Update
• Airport Facility Repair Update

The committee reviewed the FY 2023 adopted budget and provided updates on several capital improvement projects, including runway and apron rehabilitation. No new votes were taken other than the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from August 9, 2022, Regular Meeting (unanimous)

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority meets to approve previous minutes, review the Treasurer's Report, and discuss payment of invoices for TIRZ 13, RDA, and GHFC/GPFA. The Real Estate Committee will provide an update on available properties. No new ordinances or major policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Treasurer's Report by C. Robb
• Consideration of invoice payments for TIRZ 13, RDA, and GHFC/GPFA
• Real Estate Committee update on available properties

The board approved payments for the RDA and GHFC/GPFA. Members discussed purchasing several foreclosed properties and directed Robert Bastien to prepare a document for City Council approval to authorize property purchases.

• Approved June 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payments to HAM for the RDA (unanimous)
• Approved $130.00 payment to Robert Bastien for GHFC/GPFA (unanimous)
• Directed Robert Bastien to prepare a document for City Council approval regarding authorization to purchase properties

Park Board of Trustees

The Tourism Development Advisory Committee meets to discuss recommended changes to its annual work plan and provide a recommendation to the Park Board regarding July 4th, 2023 holiday activations. The committee also reviews an update on the Wayfinding project award and introduces new members.

• Recommendation to Park Board for 2023 July 4th holiday activations
• Update on award of the Wayfinding project
• Discussion of recommended changes to the 2022-2023 Tourism Development Annual Work Plan
• Introduction of new TDAC members Michael Woody and others

Park Board of Trustees

The Beach Maintenance Advisory Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates on beach nourishment, seaweed permit renewals, and environmental coordinator projects. The agenda also includes welcoming new committee members and reviewing the 2022-2023 work plan. No specific contracts or budget approvals are listed in the agenda items.

• Update on beach nourishment projects
• Update on seaweed permit renewal
• Update on environmental coordinator projects
• Welcome new committee members Kimberly Danesi
• Review 2022-2023 Committee Work Plan

City Council

The Galveston City Council is scheduled to approve a legal settlement with Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation to dismiss pending litigation. The council will also vote on purchasing three Dodge Charger police vehicles for $168,805.50 and discuss the Park Board's annual budget, capital improvement plan, and appointment procedures.

• Approval of settlement with Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation (Cause No. 20-CV-1171)
• Purchase of three Dodge Chargers for Police Department Traffic Safety and Patrol units for $168,805.50
• Letter of support for Dr. Jenna Jambeck’s reusable foodware grant application
• Discussion of Park Board budget, capital improvement plan, and hotel tax collection
• Discussion of proposed ordinance clarifying Park Board appointment procedures

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Galveston Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a regular meeting to review a single variance request. The applicant seeks permission to deviate from minimum lot depth standards for a residential property. The board will also handle standard procedural items like approving previous minutes and electing officers.

• Variance request 22Z-009 for 2453 103rd Street regarding minimum lot depth
• Applicants Gregory and Nancy Pekar request deviation from R-1 Addendum standards
• Property described as Lot 14, Neumann Addition (2020)

The Board approved a variance request regarding minimum lot depth standards for a residential property. The Board also elected its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved lot depth variance for 2453 103rd Street (5-0)
• Elected Robert Girndt as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Bill Clement as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved August 3, 2022 minutes

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review public hearings on a street right-of-way abandonment and a beachfront construction permit. The agenda also includes staff discussions on R-0 zoning and lot size regulations. Procedural items include the election of a new chairperson and approval of previous minutes.

• Abandonment of approximately 20,909 square feet of Avenue M ½ right-of-way between 27th and 28th Streets (Item 22P-064)
• Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for an addition at 13009 John Reynolds (Item 22P-071)
• Staff discussion on R-0 Zoning
• Staff discussion on Lot Size

The Commission elected a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. It recommended approval for the abandonment of a portion of Avenue M ½ and approved a beachfront construction permit for a residential addition.

• Elected David Finklea as Chairperson (7-0)
• Elected Steven Peña as Vice-Chairperson (7-0)
• Accepted September 20, 2022 minutes as written
• Recommended approval of 20,909 sq-ft right-of-way abandonment at Avenue M ½ (7-0)
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 13009 John Reynolds (7-0)

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission held a regular meeting to review three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. These requests involve proposed alterations to historic structures, including window and door replacements, new accessory structures, and general structural changes. The meeting also included procedural items such as the election of leadership and approval of previous minutes.

• 22LC-034: Alterations to 1512 Mechanic / Avenue C, including door and window replacement and moving openings.
• 22LC-035: Alterations to the structure at 2402 Avenue L.
• 22LC-038: Alterations to 908-910 Tremont/23rd Street, including new windows, doors, railing, fencing, and an accessory structure.

The Commission elected its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and approved the minutes from September 19, 2022. Three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for structural alterations were reviewed, with three approved.

• Elected Connie Patterson as Chairperson
• Elected Stephanie Lang as Vice-Chairperson
• Approved September 19, 2022 minutes
• Approved alterations to 1512 Mechanic / Avenue C (22LC-034)
• Denied motion to defer 2402 Avenue L (22LC-035)
• Approved alterations to 2402 Avenue L (22LC-035)
• Approved alterations and new accessory structure at 908-910 Tremont/23rd Street (22LC-038)

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Finance Committee meets to review routine financial documents, including expense reports, investments, and cash flow projections. The committee also discusses selecting a firm to conduct professional audits for the years 2022 through 2024. Presentations by Forvis, LLP and Whitely Penn are scheduled.

• Review of Board and Staff Expense Reports
• Review of Financial Statements and Port Investments Report
• Review of Bank Reconciliation and Cash Flow Projections
• Discussion on selecting a firm for Professional Audit Services (2022-2024)
• Presentations by Forvis, LLP and Whitely Penn

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates on funding policy and review specific retirement cases for Johns T. Eaton and Jimmy Wisner. The agenda also includes a review of August 2022 financial statements and standard procedural items like quorum determination and conflict of interest checks.

• Special Studies Committee update on Funding Policy and FSRP progress
• Retirement review for Johns T. Eaton
• Refund of contributions review for Jimmy Wisner
• Review of September 2022 retirement benefits
• Review of August 2022 financial statements and transactions

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board approved the retirement benefit for John T. Eaton and a refund of contributions for James Wisner. The board also approved $321,322.00 in September retirement benefits and reviewed the August financial statements, which showed a fund value of $49.8 million at the end of August. No new business was introduced.

• Approved John T. Eaton retirement benefit (unanimous)
• Approved James Wisner refund of contributions (unanimous)
• Approved $321,322.00 in September retirement benefits (unanimous)
• Approved August 2022 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Galveston Wharves Board

The Board of Trustees of the Galveston Wharves held its annual meeting on September 27, 2022. The agenda consisted entirely of procedural items, including administering oaths to newly appointed trustees, electing board officers, and making committee appointments. No substantive policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings were listed on the agenda.

• Administration of oath of office for newly appointed trustees
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Consideration of committee appointments

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022-2023 operating budget and vote on the Fiscal Year 2023 operating and capital budget. The board will also discuss funding for an island-wide wayfinding program and co-sponsorship for the 25th Street Lighting Project. An executive session is scheduled to consult with an attorney regarding litigation involving the Park Board and Gulf Properties.

• Public hearing on proposed 2022-2023 Operating Budget
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023 Operating and Capital Budget
• Approval of initial funding for Island-Wide Wayfinding Program
• Approval to co-sponsor 25th Street Lighting Project
• Executive session on litigation Cause # 22-CV-1472 (Park Board vs. Gulf Properties)

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee is meeting to review its 2022 Tree City USA status and discuss trees at Menard Park. The agenda includes standard procedural steps like approving minutes and allowing public comment on each item. No specific contracts, budget changes, or rezonings are listed for decision.

• Discussion of Tree City USA 2022 Update
• Discussion of trees at Menard Park
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees will consider approving several contracts and amendments related to the Cruise Terminal 25 Jubilee Improvements Project. Key items include a construction contract for a passenger boarding bridge, engineering and architectural service agreements, and initial infrastructure expenditures. The board will also discuss 2023 tariff rates, audit services, and a first amendment to the operating agreement with Disney Cruise Line.

• Construction contract with Adelte Ports & Maritime S.L.U. for a Passenger Boarding Bridge at Cruise Terminal 25, not to exceed $2,976,000.00
• Professional Services Agreement with Bermello Ajamil & Partners, Inc. for architectural and engineering services for Cruise Terminal 25 Jubilee Improvements, not to exceed $2,170,717.00
• Fourth Amendment to Master Services Agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for engineering services, not to exceed an additional $410,267.00
• Expenditures for initial infrastructure improvements for Cruise Terminal 25 Jubilee Improvements, not to exceed $500,000
• Discussion of 2023 Tariff Rates for dockage, wharfage, and security surcharges effective January 1, 2023

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is meeting for a workshop to discuss the 2022 Planning Commission Awards and review the Conflict of Interest Protocol. This agenda contains only discussion items and procedural steps, with no rezonings, contracts, or ordinances scheduled for decision.

• Discussion of 2022 Planning Commission Awards
• Discussion of Conflict of Interest Protocol

The Commission recommended two zoning changes for approval and disapproved a preliminary plat for Beachside Village. It also approved a text amendment for arena/stadium land use standards and a cargo-lift construction permit.

• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 17528 Bristow Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from Residential (R-1) to Commercial (C) for parcels south of Seawall Boulevard (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from Commercial (C-HDDZ-3) to Urban Neighborhood (UN) for 1901 23rd Street (6-0)
• Disapproved preliminary plat for Beachside Village, Section 9 without prejudice (6-0)
• Approved text amendment to Land Development Regulations for Arena/Stadium land use standards (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission Award recipients (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review several land use applications. Key items include a request to change zoning from residential to commercial for a large tract near Seawall Boulevard, a zoning change for a property on 23rd Street, and a preliminary plat for a new section of Beachside Village. The commission will also consider a text amendment to regulations for arena and stadium land uses.

• Zoning change request (22P-059) for 73.862 acres near Seawall Boulevard from Residential (R-1) to Commercial (C)
• Zoning change request (22P-061) for 1901 23rd Street from Commercial Height/Density (C-HDDZ-3) to Urban Neighborhood (UN)
• Preliminary plat request (22P-055) for 39.79 acres in Beachside Village, Section 9
• Beachfront construction certificate request (22P-060) for 17528 Bristow Drive including a cargo-lift
• Text amendment (22ZA-005) to Land Development Regulations regarding Arena/Stadium land use standards

The Commission recommended two zoning changes and approved a text amendment for Arena/Stadium land use standards. It also approved a beachfront construction permit and disapproved a preliminary plat for Beachside Village, Section 9.

• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 17528 Bristow Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from Residential (R-1) to Commercial (C) for parcels south of Seawall Boulevard (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from Commercial (C-HDDZ-3) to Urban Neighborhood (UN) for 1901 23rd Street (6-0)
• Disapproved Preliminary Plat for Beachside Village, Section 9 without prejudice (6-0)
• Approved text amendment to Land Development Regulations for Arena/Stadium land use standards (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission Award recipients (6-0)

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission will review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for alterations to four historic properties. The agenda includes a consent item for a rooftop addition at 2300 Mechanic/Avenue C and three public hearings for solar panels, a rear addition, and another rooftop addition on other properties.

• 22LC-031: Rooftop addition at 2300 Mechanic / Avenue C (Consent Agenda)
• 22LC-029: Solar panel installation at 1620 Avenue M ½ (Public Hearing)
• 22LC-032: Rear addition at 1407 Ball / Ave H (Public Hearing)
• 22LC-033: Rooftop addition at 1202 Postoffice / Avenue E (Public Hearing)

The Commission approved four requests for structural alterations, including rooftop additions, a rear addition, and solar panel installation. All motions passed with five votes in favor and none opposed.

• Approved rooftop addition at 2300 Mechanic / Avenue C (5-0)
• Approved solar panel installation at 1620 Avenue M ½ (5-0)
• Approved rear addition at 1407 Ball / Ave H (5-0)
• Approved rooftop addition at 1202 Postoffice / Avenue E with modified conditions (5-0)
• Approved August 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board held a hybrid meeting to review standard operational updates. The agenda included reports from the Board Chair, Special Events, Recreation Centers, Lasker Community Pool, Maintenance Division, and the Executive Director. No specific votes, budget approvals, or policy changes were listed in the agenda items.

• Update on Special Events
• Update on Recreation Centers
• Update on Lasker Community Pool
• Update on Maintenance Division
• Executive Director Report

City Council

The Galveston City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed 90-day moratorium for the annual short-term rental registration fee. The agenda also includes approving a $60,000 interlocal agreement for hotel occupancy tax audits and increasing the Cultural Arts Commission budget to $100,000. Additionally, council members will discuss potential changes to golf cart ordinances and minimum lot sizes.

• Public hearing on a 90-day moratorium for the annual short-term rental registration fee
• Approval of a $60,000 interlocal agreement with the Galveston Park Board for hotel occupancy tax audits ($600 per STR audit, $1,000 per hotel audit)
• Ordinance increasing the Cultural Arts Commission budget to $100,000
• Resolution authorizing the issuance of Series 2022A Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation
• Discussion of a $75,000 settlement for a city lien on Lots 518, 521, 522, and 525 of the Trimble and Lindsey Survey

Park Board of Trustees

The Workforce Development Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss its annual work plan for fiscal year 2023. The agenda includes presentations on internship opportunities, a strategic communications plan, and dual credit program enrollment for Fall 2022. The committee will also review previous meeting minutes and the prior year's work plan.

• Discussion of Workforce Development Committee Annual Work Plan for FY23
• Presentation on Internship One Sheet and New Ball High Hospitality Internship Opportunities
• Presentation on Strategic Communications Plan
• Discussion on Dual Credit Program Enrollment for Fall 2022
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

One Time Event

The Families, Children and Youth Board meets to approve minutes, discuss board terms with the City Secretary, and introduce new task force chairs for Youth Empowerment and Health. The agenda includes updates on Education and City Infrastructure task forces and announces an upcoming annual retreat.

• Announcement of new task force chairs for Youth Empowerment and Health
• Task force highlights for Education and City Infrastructure
• Announcement of Annual Retreat on Oct. 20, 2022
• Guest presentation on board terms by City Secretary Janelle Williams

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees is scheduled to review and approve the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and the five-year capital improvement plan. The committee will also discuss rates for concessionaire use of amenities, co-sponsorship of the 25th Street Lighting Project, and June 2022 financial statements. An executive session is planned for personnel succession planning discussions.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and FY2023-2027 Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Co-sponsorship of the 25th Street Lighting Project
• Rates for concessionaire use of amenities and utilities
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2022 June unaudited financial statements
• Executive session on executive staff succession planning

Park Board of Trustees

The Park Board of Trustees and Tourism Development Advisory Committee (TDAC) meet to approve the FY 22-23 TDAC workplan. The agenda includes updates on arts and culture, federal per diem lodging rates, and paid media strategies. The committee also reviews previous meeting minutes and executive reports.

• Approval of TDAC Workplan for FY 22-23
• Galveston State of Arts and Culture Report
• Update on FY 22-23 Federal Per Diem Lodging Rate
• 2021-2022 Media Results and 2022-2023 Paid Media Strategy
• Approval of July 26 and August 9 meeting minutes

Cultural Arts Commission

The commission will review reports on the wrap-up of 2021-2022 Public Arts Grants and upcoming 2022-2023 contracts. Members will also discuss a report on Cultural Connection from the Lakota Group. The agenda lists no action items requiring a vote.

• Review of 2021-2022 Public Arts Grants projects
• Discussion of 2022-2023 Public Arts Grants contracts
• Report on Cultural Connection by Lakota Group
• No action items requiring a vote

The commission approved the minutes from the August regular meeting. No other action items were presented or decided during the session.

• Approved August regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority, along with its housing and property finance corporations, meets to discuss hiring a bookkeeper for the Galveston Housing Finance Corp and Galveston Property Finance Authority. The agenda also includes approving invoices for TIRZ 13 and the RDA, reviewing treasurer reports, and discussing draft property inquiry letters.

• Discuss hiring a bookkeeper for GHFC/GPFA
• Approve invoices for TIRZ 13, RDA, and GHFC/GPFA
• Review Treasurer's Report and bank statements
• Discuss draft property inquiry letters

The board approved the hiring of Edward Walsh and Associates as bookkeepers for the GHFC and GPFA. The board also approved payments to Robert Bastien for GHFC and GPFA invoices. Minutes from the June 7, 2022 meeting were deferred.

• Approved hiring Edward Walsh and Associates as bookkeeper (unanimous)
• Approved GHFC invoices for Robert Bastien in the amount of $940.000 (unanimous)
• Approved GPFA invoices for Robert Bastien in the amount of $940.000 (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

One Time Event

The Executive Committee of the City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board is meeting to discuss selecting new chairs for the Health and Youth Empowerment Task Forces. The committee will also review new member orientation, potential board retreats, and general focus areas for the 2022-23 term. No specific policy decisions or budget items are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss/choose new Chairs for Health Task Force
• Discuss/choose new Chairs for Youth Empowerment Task Force
• Discuss new member orientation and full board retreat
• Discuss general focus(es) for 2022-23 term
• Input regarding Youth Council process

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to enter executive session regarding legal matters concerning litigation cause # 22-CV-1472. The case involves the Park Board versus GGPM LLC, Gulf Properties, and others. Following the private legal consultation, the Board will discuss and consider action for any items resulting from that session.

• Executive session regarding litigation cause # 22-CV-1472
• Legal matter: Park Board For The City Of Galveston Vs GGPM LLC, Gulf Properties, Et Al
• Special meeting at Park Board Plaza, 601 Tremont Street

City Council

This meeting is a workshop session rather than a voting meeting. The Council plans to ask staff questions about upcoming consent and regular agenda items. Additionally, the Council will interview applicants for the Wharves Board and the Planning Commission.

• Interviews for Wharves Board applicants
• Interviews for Planning Commission applicants
• Staff clarification on consent and regular agenda items

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation is discussing and considering approval of an economic development agreement with the Park Board of Trustees. This agreement covers engineering and design work to sustain an eroding beach on West Galveston Island by extending the 8 Mile Road Project to 13 Mile Road along the Gulf of Mexico. The meeting also includes administrative discussions on sponsorship for an economic development summit, membership renewals, and legal service contracts.

• Economic Development Agreement for beach remediation engineering and design (8 Mile Road to 13 Mile Road)
• Annual sponsorship for Galveston Economic Development Partnership’s 2022 Economic Development Summit
• Membership renewal with the Galveston Economic Development Partnership
• Contract renewal for legal services
• Update on current or completed IDC projects

The Industrial Development Corporation approved an agreement for engineering and design to sustain an eroding beach on West Galveston Island. The board also authorized funding for the 2022 Economic Development Summit and renewed a legal services contract.

• Approved Economic Development Agreement for beach erosion engineering and design (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 and $50,000 for the 2022 Economic Development Summit (Unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal for legal services (Unanimous)
• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Galveston City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and ratify a property tax increase. The agenda includes approving a tax rate of 45 cents per $100 of property value and authorizing various capital projects. Several consent items cover grants for road and airport improvements, police equipment donations, and contracts for street materials.

• Adopt FY 2023 budget and ratify property tax increase
• Levy ad valorem taxes at $0.45 per $100 property valuation
• Accept $47,786.35 TxDOT grant for impaired driving enforcement
• Award street materials bid to Vulcan Construction Materials and others
• Approve engineering design for beach erosion project from 8 Mile to 13 Mile Road

One Time Event

The City of Galveston’s Families Children & Youth Board Education Task Force is meeting to review its goals for 2022-23 and recruit new members. The agenda lists procedural items such as a call to order, announcements, and adjournment, with no specific policy decisions or budget items listed.

• Review of 2022-23 goals
• Recruiting new members
• Announcements or recognitions

Sister Cities Program Committee

The Galveston Sister Cities Program Committee is scheduled to discuss amendments to its rules and policies, consider Alex Thomas for appointment to the committee, and review updates on seven international Sister Cities partnerships. The agenda also includes a proposal to hold virtual meetings individually rather than as a group and the presentation of a recommended term adjustment letter.

• Discuss amendments to committee Rules and Policies
• Consider Alex Thomas for appointment to the committee
• Updates on Sister Cities: Niigata, Veracruz, Macharaviaya, Stavanger, Africa, India, Taiwan
• Proposal for virtual individual meetings instead of group meetings
• Presentation of recommended term adjustment letter

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan meets to review financial reports and projections for the 2022 plan year. The board will discuss the status of a Request for Proposal for the health plan and consider possible action on a stop loss coverage policy ending December 31, 2022. Other agenda items include discussing health risk assessments and policy provisions regarding pregnancy terminations and medications.

• Review financial reports as of July 2022, including large claim cases and reimbursements
• Discuss status of Health Plan Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Possible action on Stop Loss Coverage Policy ending December 31, 2022
• Discuss Health Insurance Plan Policy Provisions for Pregnancy Terminations and Medications
• Approval of minutes from June 22 and July 20, 2022 meetings

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan approved the minutes from two previous meetings. The board reviewed financial reports showing a projected deficit for all groups but a surplus for the Park Board, and discussed an ongoing RFP process for health plan providers.

• Approved June 22, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Board of Trustees meets to discuss retirements for Mark Morgan Sr. and Jessie Rubio, review August 2022 benefits, and examine July 2022 financial statements. The agenda also includes updates from the Special Studies Committee and standard procedural items like conflict of interest checks.

• Retirement application for Mark Morgan Sr.
• Refund of contributions for Jessie Rubio
• Review of July 2022 financial statements and transactions
• Update from Special Studies Committee member Travis Hill

The Board approved retirement benefits for August 2022 and the July 2022 financial statements. It also approved a retirement benefit calculation for Mark Morgan Sr. and a refund of contributions for Jessie Rubio.

• Approved retirement benefit calculation and drop election for Mark Morgan Sr. (unanimous)
• Approved refund of contributions for Jessie Rubio (unanimous)
• Approved August 2022 benefits totaling $314,906.53 (unanimous)
• Approved July 2022 financial statements showing a fund value of $49.4M (unanimous)
• Approved July 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Finance Committee meets to review routine financial documents, including expense reports, financial statements, and investment reports. The agenda consists primarily of a consent agenda for accepting standard monthly reports on cash flow, bank reconciliations, and delinquent accounts. No specific new projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion.

• Review of Board and Staff Expense Reports
• Review of Financial Statements
• Acceptance of Port Investments Report
• Review of Bank Reconciliation and Restricted Fund Balances
• Review of Cash Flow Projections and Delinquent Accounts Receivable

Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Committee

The Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Advisory Committee meets to review the FY2023 budget and discuss a recommendation to accept investment reports for the quarter ending June 30, 2022. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Review and discuss the FY2023 Budget
• Recommendation to accept Q2 2022 Investment Reports for the City and Galveston Industrial Development Corporation
• Approval of minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting and accepted the quarterly investment portfolio performance reports. Members discussed the FY2023 Budget and expressed concerns regarding the use of the General Fund Balance to balance the budget.

• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted investment quarter reports for period ending June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to approve contracts for preliminary engineering services for the Carnival Jubilee Cruise Terminal and demolition of a building at Lot D. The agenda also includes discussions on purchasing EV charging stations, revenue control equipment, and a property lease at 1201 Harborside. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation, personnel matters, and real estate transactions.

• Contract with AAR Incorporated for Lot D Building Demolition not to exceed $69,800.00
• Agreement with Bermello Ajamil And Partners, Inc. for Carnival Jubilee Cruise Terminal improvements not to exceed $60,000.00
• Amendment to Jacobs Engineering Group contract for Carnival Jubilee improvements not to exceed an additional $40,000.00
• Discussion on approval of property lease at 1201 Harborside
• First Amendment to Callan Marine Dredging Contract for emergency services during 2022 Hurricane Season

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting to elect new officers, approve previous minutes, and review financial statements. The agenda included routine reports on housing services, maintenance, and human capital, along with a discussion item regarding the name of the Island Community Center. The meeting also included a closed executive session for legal consultation.

• Election of Officers of the Board of Commissioners
• Approval of minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting
• Review of Financial Statements
• Discussion item: ICC Name
• Executive session for consultation with attorney

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meets to review routine updates from staff regarding special events, recreation centers, the Lasker Community Pool, and maintenance operations. The agenda includes reports from the Board Chair and Executive Director, followed by public comment periods and council representative reports. No specific votes, budget approvals, or new projects are listed in the agenda items.

• Update on Lasker Community Pool
• Update on Recreation Centers
• Update on Maintenance Division
• Executive Director Report

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss the FY 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. They also reviewed proposed amendments to Chapter 29 regarding beach access, dune protection, and beachfront construction. Additional discussions covered the Cultural Arts Master Plan, the 30th Street Pump Station status, and a street rating system.

• Discussion of FY 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Amendments to Chapter 29: Planning - Beach Access Dune Protection and Beach Front Construction
• Update on the Cultural Arts Master Plan
• Status of the 30th Street Pump Station
• Discussion of the Street Rating System

City Council

The Galveston City Council meets to approve several zoning ordinances, including changes to parking rules on Market Avenue and new Planned Unit Development overlays for large properties. The agenda also includes numerous consent items for city contracts, such as purchasing police vehicles, repairing water infrastructure, and updating software services.

• Zoning ordinance amending parking requirements for the 2700-3200 blocks of Market (Avenue D)
• Planned Unit Development overlay for 12212 San Luis Pass Road / FM 3005
• Zoning change from R-1 to R-0 for properties in the Crash Boat Basin neighborhood
• Contract amendment for Airport Water Plant Expansion increasing cost by $253,177.95
• Purchase of 10 police patrol vehicles for $764,520 and 3 transit buses for $951,327

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee is scheduled to review minutes and discuss updates on tree education, Tree City USA 2022 status, and TxDOT-related roadways and landscaping. The agenda lists these as discussion items rather than specific decisions or votes. No contracts, budget figures, or ordinance changes are listed in the provided text.

• Tree Education Update
• Tree City USA 2022 Update
• TxDOT Related Roadways & Landscaping

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees is scheduled to review and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 draft operating and capital budget, as well as proposed salary ranges and incentive programs for employees. The board will also discuss a grant needs matrix, a capital improvement plan for 2023-2027, and various operational updates including tourism development and museum reports. Several consent items include approving a new refuse truck purchase and renewing a parking lot rental agreement.

• Presentation of FY 2022-2023 Draft Operating and Capital Budget
• Approval of FY23 Salary Ranges and Contingency/Incentive Program
• Review of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Purchase of 2023 Freightliner/McNeilus 25-Yd. Rear-Loading Refuse Truck
• Approval of Special Event Incubator Funding for 2023 Galveston Steampunk Festival

Employee Retirement Fund for Non-Civil Service Employees

The board reviews performance reports and considers actions on revised benefit calculations due to 2016 payroll discrepancies. It also discusses potential amendments regarding prior service repurchase and withholding rules for unused leave.

• Action on 12 revised benefit calculations from 2016 payroll discrepancies
• Discussion on amending plan for repurchase of prior service
• Review of withholding rules for unused vacation and sick leave
• Request for actuary study on plan benefit improvements

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation will discuss modifying the timeline for a beach erosion project extending from 8 Mile Road to 13 Mile Road. The board will also review proposed ballot language for a 4B sales tax extension and consider approval of the FY23 budget. Additional updates on current projects, expenses, and the 2023 calendar are scheduled.

• Modification to date of Economic Development Agreement for beach remediation from 8 Mile Road to 13 Mile Road
• Discussion of ballot language for 4B Sales Tax extension
• Consideration of FY23 Budget approval
• Update on current IDC projects and available funds
• Discussion of FY23 Calendar

The Industrial Development Corporation approved the FY23 budget and the ballot language for the 4B sales tax extension. The board also approved a date modification for a beach erosion engineering project and the FY23 calendar.

• Approved July 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-1)
• Approved date modification for beach erosion engineering and design agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved ballot language for 4B Sales Tax extension (Unanimous)
• Approved FY23 Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved FY23 calendar (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is reviewing two applications for beachfront construction certificates and dune protection permits. The commission will also discuss the Texas General Land Office's rescission of a Line of Vegetation moratorium order and review conflict of interest protocols.

• Permit 22P-056: Piling replacement and driveway for 17417 Bristow Drive
• Permit 22P-057: New single-family dwelling for 4211 Ghost Crab Ln
• Discussion of Texas General Land Office rescission of Line of Vegetation moratorium
• Staff discussion on Conflict of Interest Protocol

The Galveston Planning Commission approved two beachfront construction and dune protection permits for single-family properties. One permit covered piling replacement and a driveway, while the other covered new home construction. A discussion on conflict of interest protocols was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 17417 Bristow Drive (4-0)
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 4211 Ghost Crab Ln (4-0)
• Deferred discussion of Conflict of Interest Protocol to September 20 meeting
• August 2, 2022 minutes to be corrected and approved at September 20 meeting

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission will review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for three properties, including a rear accessory structure and roof replacements. The commission will also hold a public hearing on alterations to a structure on Postoffice Street and discuss receivership authority for preserving substandard historic buildings.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for rear accessory structure at 2323 Avenue L
• Certificate of Appropriateness for metal roof replacement at 1412 Market/Avenue D
• Public hearing on front door modifications at 1221-1223 Postoffice/Avenue E
• Discussion of receivership authority under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 214

The Commission approved requests for a rear accessory structure at 2323 Avenue L and alterations to front doors at 1221-1223 Postoffice/Avenue E. The body also discussed the use of receivership to preserve substandard buildings as historic property.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for rear accessory structure at 2323 Avenue L (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for alterations at 1221-1223 Postoffice/Avenue E (6-0)
• Approved July 18, 2022 minutes

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The council also reviewed the current status of the Golf Cart Ordinance. No final votes or decisions were recorded in this agenda, as these were discussion items.

• Discussion of FY 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (1 hour)
• Discussion of the status of the Golf Cart Ordinance

City Council

The Galveston City Council is scheduled to vote on two main items: calling a public hearing for the FY 2023 proposed budget and proposing a property tax rate of $0.45 per $100 of taxable value for 2022. Both actions require a public hearing scheduled for September 8, 2022, as mandated by state law. The agenda also includes standard procedural steps like roll call, invocation, and public comment periods.

• Motion to call public hearing on FY 2023 Proposed Budget (Sept 8, 2022)
• Motion to propose property tax rate of $0.45 per $100 taxable value for 2022
• Public hearing scheduled for September 8, 2022, for budget and tax rate
• Review of 2022 Tax Roll certified by Galveston County Appraisal District

Airport Advisory Committee

The Galveston Airport Advisory Committee will review monthly operational reports, including fuel flowage and tower operations for July 2022. The committee will also discuss the draft budget for Fiscal Year 2023 and updates on capital improvement projects and facility repairs. The meeting includes a public comment period and approval of previous minutes.

• Review of FY 2023 Draft Airport Budget
• Updates on Capital Improvement Projects
• Part 139 Certification Update
• Fuel Flowage Report for July 2022
• ATCT Operations Report for July 2022

The committee approved the minutes from the June 14, 2022, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of project updates, budget reports, and operational data.

• Approved June 14, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission meets to review reports on the Seawall Mural budget increase and 2022-2023 Public Arts Grants contracts. The agenda includes discussions on the Downtown Historic Cultural Arts District and a letter of support for the Mechanic Row Mural. Members will also review terms of service and attendance policies.

• Seawall Mural budget increase
• 2022-2023 Public Arts Grants contracts
• Downtown Historic Cultural Arts District report
• Mechanic Row Mural letter of support
• Commission member terms of service and attendance policy

The Commission approved the minutes from the July regular meeting. Members discussed a proposed tracking system for works in progress and a proposed director and board for the Galveston Historic Downtown Cultural Arts District.

• Approved July regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

One Time Event

The City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board held its monthly meeting to approve minutes, elect 2022-2023 officers, and receive updates from various task forces. Discussions covered education, youth empowerment, city infrastructure, health, and parks and recreation.

• Election of FCYB Officers for 2022-2023
• Updates from Education, Youth Empowerment, City Infrastructure, and Health task forces
• Update on Annual Report to the City Council
• Department of Parks and Recreation updates

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees and Tourism Development Advisory Committee will meet to finalize the FY-2023 Tourism Development Budget for board approval. The agenda also includes discussions on funding for the 2023 Galveston Steampunk Festival, potential projects for a visitor center and Wi-Fi, and an update on the recent 4th of July drone show.

• Finalization of FY-2023 Tourism Development Budget
• Discussion of Special Event Incubator Funding for 2023 Galveston Steampunk Festival
• Review of special project opportunities including Visitor Center and Wi-Fi
• Update on 4th Of July and Drone Show
• Approval of June 14 and July 26 meeting minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 governmental fund budgets and salary ranges. The agenda also includes a proposal to purchase a new 2023 Freightliner refuse truck for Coastal Zone Management and a discussion on potential RV park options at Seawolf Park. Additionally, the committee will review grant funding needs and May 2022 financial statements.

• Purchase of a new 2023 Freightliner refuse truck for Coastal Zone Management
• Approval of FY23 Salary Contingency and Incentive Programs
• Approval of FY23 Salary Ranges
• Discussion of RV Park options at Seawolf Park
• Presentation of FY2022-2023 Governmental Fund Budgets

Park Board of Trustees

The Beach Maintenance Advisory Committee meets to review the draft budget for beach cleaning and nourishment for fiscal year 2022-2023. The agenda also includes updates on sargassum seaweed and tropical weather forecasts, as well as a discussion on private property assertions at Babe's Beach.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Beach Cleaning and Nourished Beach Draft Budget
• Approval of the FY22.23 Beach Maintenance Advisory Work Plan
• Update on Sargassum and Tropical Weather Forecast
• Presentation on Private Property Assertions on Babe's Beach

Sister Cities Program Committee

The Galveston Sister Cities Program Committee met to review its internal rules and policies. The agenda included updates on relationships with seven specific partner cities or regions. Members also discussed a proposal to hold virtual meetings individually rather than as a group.

• Review of amendments to committee 'Rules and Policies'
• Updates on Sister Cities: Niigata, Veracruz, Macharaviaya, Stavanger, Africa, India, and Taiwan
• Discussion of a proposal for individual virtual meetings
• Recap of a City Council meeting presentation by Leah

Galveston Employee's Retirement Fund for Police

The Galveston Employees’ Retirement Fund for Police Board meets to approve minutes, ratify officer loans, and discuss changes to investment policies and contribution calculations. Key actions include removing board approval requirements for certain loans, switching legal counsel, and reviewing asset allocation reports.

• Ratification of officer loans for Beaumont, Buck, Garcia, Dominguez, Harris, Bailey, Soodeen, and Perry
• Proposal to allow Plan accountant to approve loans meeting pre-established requirements
• Retention of legal services from Stefan Smith and change to Baker Hostetler
• Discussion of proposed changes to Investment Policy and expected rate of return
• Proposal to adjust member contribution calculations to reflect base pay only

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is scheduled to hold public hearings on several land development items. Key discussions include a request to change zoning to Restricted Residential Single-Family (R-0) in the Crash Boat Basin neighborhood and requests to revoke Planned Unit Development overlays for two properties. The commission will also review preliminary plats for new subdivisions on Jenkins Road and Stewart Road, as well as a beachfront construction permit for a single-family dwelling at 43 Grand Beach.

• Zoning change request for Crash Boat Basin neighborhood to Restricted Residential Single-Family (R-0)
• Revocation of Planned Unit Development overlay for West Isle (100.79 acres) and 12212 San Luis Pass Road
• Preliminary plats for new subdivisions at 12240 Jenkins Road, 12102 Stewart Road, and 11123-A Stewart Road
• Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 43 Grand Beach
• Final plat review for 23500 FM 3005 (Galveston Island RV Resort Replat)

The Commission recommended a zoning change to designate part of the Crash Boat Basin neighborhood as Restricted Residential, Single-Family. It also approved a beachfront construction permit and recommended the revocation of two Planned Unit Development overlay districts. Three preliminary plat requests were disapproved without prejudice pending corrections.

• Approved beachfront construction certificate and dune protection permit for 43 Grand Beach (7-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to Restricted Residential, Single-Family (R-0) for Crash Boat Basin neighborhood (5-1)
• Recommended approval to revoke PUD Overlay District for West Isle (7-0)
• Recommended approval to revoke PUD Overlay District for 12212 San Luis Pass Road/FM 3005 (7-0)
• Disapproved preliminary plat for 12240 Jenkins Road without prejudice pending corrections (7-0)
• Disapproved preliminary plat for 12102 Stewart Road without prejudice pending corrections (7-0)
• Disapproved preliminary plat for 11123-A Stewart Road without prejudice pending corrections (7-0)
• Approved final plat for 23500 FM 3005 (6-0)

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss the FY 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, policies for leasing public land to non-profits, and updates to the Taxis Ordinance. The agenda also included discussions on transit bus stops, a code of conduct for boards, and funding for public art.

• Discussion of FY 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Policy discussion on leasing public land to non-profit organizations
• Update to the Taxis Ordinance
• Discussion of Island Transit bus stops and routes
• Discussion of additional funding for public art

City Council

The Galveston City Council will hold a public hearing on federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships funds totaling over $1.3 million. The agenda also includes a zoning change for a property on Stewart Road, several ordinance amendments regarding parking, litter, and waterways, and numerous consent items for contracts and grants.

• Public hearing on CDBG ($1,085,813) and HOME ($272,269) grant allocations
• Zoning change from R-1 to RES/REC for 13724 Stewart Road
• Ordinance amending 'No Parking' zone on 9th Street North of Postoffice Street
• Ordinance adding Spanish Grant Channel to 'No Wake Zone' areas
• Change Order #2 for City Hall Windows project increasing contract to $350,600.00

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee is scheduled to review and approve previous minutes. The agenda lists discussion items regarding tree education updates, the 2022 Tree City USA status, and landscaping on TxDOT roadways. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the agenda text.

• Tree Education Update
• Tree City USA 2022 Update
• TxDOT Related Roadways & Landscaping
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees will meet to review the fund's second-quarter performance and asset allocation. The board will also discuss retirement benefits for July 2022, a refund of contributions for Daniel Prentice, and June 2022 financial statements.

• Guest presentation by MS Graystone on 2022 Second Quarter Performance Review
• Discussion of Asset Allocation Analysis and Alternative Investments
• Refund of Contributions for Daniel Prentice
• Approval of Retirement Benefits for July 2022
• Review of Financial Statements & Transactions for June 2022

The board approved hiring Partners Group Private Equity and Cion Ares Private Credit to manage funds from redemptions. They also approved a refund of contributions for a former employee who resigned in June and approved July retirement benefits totaling $314,906.53. The fund value was reported at $48.5M at the end of the second quarter.

• Approved new investment managers: Partners Group Private Equity and Cion Ares Private Credit (unanimous)
• Approved refund of contributions for Daniel Prentice (unanimous)
• Approved July 2022 retirement benefits of $314,906.53 (unanimous)
• Approved June 2022 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved June 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will meet to approve trustee committee appointments and consider a proposed option for a temporary beach patrol headquarters. The agenda also includes a closed executive session to consult with an attorney regarding legal issues concerning private versus public beach access.

• Approval of Trustee Committee Appointments
• Approval of proposed option for Temporary Beach Patrol Headquarters
• Executive session on private vs. public beach legal issues

Galveston Wharves Board

The Finance Committee of the Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to discuss potential changes to the defined benefit pension plan, including adjustments to discount rates, cost-of-living adjustments, and funding rates. The committee will also review investment performance reports and consider changes to the fund mix. Additionally, the committee will process a consent agenda covering various financial reports and expense statements.

• Discussion of possible changes to the Defined Benefit Pension Plan, including discount rate assumptions and COLA provisions
• Review of Portfolio Performance Analysis Report for the period ending June 30, 2022
• Consideration of percentage changes in the pension fund mix to improve investment results
• Consent agenda items including Financial Statements, Port Investments Report, and Cash Flow Projections
• Presentations by NYHART and Frost Bank

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review financial reports and discuss potential changes to the defined benefit pension plan. The agenda includes a closed executive session for legal matters, personnel, and real estate. A key open item is approving a contract for emergency pile replacement at Pier 19.

• Discuss possible changes to the defined benefit pension plan, including discount rate assumptions and COLA
• Review portfolio performance analysis for the Galveston Wharves Pension Plan ending June 30, 2022
• Consider approving a contract with Texas Gulf Construction Company, Inc. for emergency pile replacement at Pier 19 not to exceed $75,194.00
• Review CFO report including financial statements, bank reconciliations, and delinquent accounts receivable
• Executive session topics include litigation (Santa Fe Discount Cruise Parking, Inc. v. Board of Trustees) and proposed city taxes

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees held a special meeting to approve trustee committee appointments and a proposed option for a temporary beach patrol headquarters. The board also entered executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding private versus public beach issues.

• Approval of Trustee Committee Appointments
• Approval of proposed option for Temporary Beach Patrol Headquarters
• Executive session on legal issues concerning private vs public beach

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met on July 25, 2022, to handle routine administrative tasks including approving previous minutes and reviewing an audit. The agenda included the oath of office for a new commissioner and a discussion on waiting list preferences for housing assistance. No specific new policies, contracts, or budget changes were listed for formal decision in the public portion of the agenda.

• Oath of office for a new commissioner
• Presentation of an audit
• Discussion on waiting list preferences
• Approval of minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a special meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, specifically focusing on alternate revenue sources. The council also entered a closed executive session to receive legal advice regarding pending litigation involving Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation.

• FY 2023 Budget Discussion with M. Loftin (45 minutes)
• Discussion of Alternate Revenue Sources
• Executive session regarding Cause No. 20-CV-1171 (City of Galveston v. Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation)

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan meets to review financial reports from May 2022, including large claim cases and reimbursements. The board will also discuss financial projections for the 2021 fiscal year and 2022 plan year, as well as the status of the Health Plan Request for Proposal (RFP). The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes and public comment.

• Review of financial reports as of May 2022
• Discussion of financial projections for FY2021 and plan year 2022
• Status update on Health Plan RFP
• Approval of minutes from April 21 and June 22, 2022 meetings

The Board approved the minutes from the April 21, 2022 meeting. Trustees reviewed financial reports for June 2022 and discussed the status of the Health Plan RFP. Financial projections for FY2021 were tabled.

• Approved April 21, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Deferred approval of June 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled financial projections for FY2021

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2023 park budgets and the Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. The committee will also review the April 2022 unaudited financial statements for Fiscal Year 2022. No final votes on these items are listed in the agenda, which focuses on discussion and review.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023 Draft Park Budgets
• Review of Fiscal Year 2022 April Unaudited Financial Statements
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review several public hearings. The agenda includes requests for beachfront construction certificates and dune protection permits for five properties, a request to replat a parcel to reduce lot counts, and a proposed text amendment to commercial parking regulations.

• Replat request (22P-045) at 2402 45th Street to decrease lots from 15 to 1 reserve lot
• Beachfront construction and dune protection permits for 25 Grand Beach Blvd, 4226 Pirates Drive, 37 Grand Beach Blvd, 11615 Beachside Drive, and 11863 Sunbather Lane
• Text amendment (22ZA-004) to modify parking requirements in the Commercial (C) Addendum of Land Development Regulations
• Applicant for parking amendment is Galveston Historical Foundation, Inc.

The Commission recommended approval of a text amendment to modify commercial parking requirements. It also approved five beachfront construction certificates and dune protection permits.

• Recommended approval of text amendment to modify commercial parking requirements (5-0-1)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permit for 25 Grand Beach Blvd (6-0)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permit for 4226 Pirates Drive (6-0)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permit for 37 Grand Beach Blvd (4-2)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permit for 11615 Beachside Drive (6-0)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permit for 11863 Sunbather Lane (6-0)
• Accepted June 21, 2022 minutes as written

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission held a regular meeting to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. The agenda included public hearings on new construction and revisions to existing structures in historic districts. The commission also discussed commissioner attendance and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction at 1117 Market/Avenue D (22LC-019)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a garage apartment at 1511 Winnie/Avenue G (22LC-025)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for revisions to a garage apartment at 1412 Rosenberg/25th Street (22LC-026)
• Approval of minutes from the June 6, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of Commissioner Patterson's attendance

The Commission approved three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding new construction and revisions to garage apartments. The June 6, 2022 minutes were also approved.

• Approved new construction at 1117 Market/Avenue D (6-0)
• Approved garage apartment construction at 1511 Winnie/Avenue G (6-0)
• Approved revisions to a garage apartment at 1412 Rosenberg/25th Street (6-0)
• Approved June 6, 2022 minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to seat new trustees and discuss operational updates. Key discussions include funding for beach maintenance equipment, the value of hotel occupancy tax, and a survey on short-term rental compliance. The board also reviews consent items for park repairs and equipment purchases at Seawolf Park and Stewart Beach.

• Seating of new trustees Carla Cotropia and Spencer Priest
• Discussion on funding Phase One of the Washed Ashore Island Wide Art Exhibition
• Approval of A/C replacements and bulkhead railing repairs at Seawolf Park
• Purchase of heavy equipment (Bobcat S66, Hyundai HL940) for Stewart Beach drainage and coastal zone management
• Discussion on temporary beach patrol housing and short-term rental compliance survey results

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission is meeting to review a work-in-progress report for public arts recipients and discuss the reinstallation of a GHF plaque. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and hearing public comments.

• Work-In-Progress report document for Public Arts Recipients
• GHF plaque reinstallation discussion

The commission reviewed the status of current art projects and discussed the reinstallation of a sidewalk plaque at St. Joseph's. Legal counsel confirmed that no formal action was required for the plaque project.

• Approved June regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

One Time Event

The Families, Children and Youth Board meets to review updates on the City Youth Council, its annual report, and various task forces. The agenda includes presentations on Harambee and Parks and Recreation updates, along with standard procedural items like approving minutes.

• Update on City Youth Council by Councilman W. Schuster
• Update on Annual Report to City Council
• Task force reports on Education, Youth Empowerment, City Infrastructure, and Health
• Presentation on Harambee by Torrina Harris and Omer Ahmed
• Updates from Department of Parks and Recreation

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation held its annual meeting to elect officers and review board policies. Key discussions included revisions to the Economic Development Grant Agreement for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project and staff direction on extending the 4B Sales Tax. The board also reviewed current project updates, financial forecasts, and the Fiscal Year 2023 budget.

• Revisions to Economic Development Grant Agreement for Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project
• Discussion on extension of the 4B Sales Tax
• Review of FY22-23 budget and financial forecasts for ED, Public Infra, Beach, and Parks silos
• Election of officers and board orientation
• Update on current or completed IDC projects as of May 31, 2022

The Industrial Development Corporation approved a grant agreement for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project and elected its board officers. The board discussed the 4B sales tax extension and the proposed FY 2023 budget.

• Approved June 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Craig Brown (Chair), David Collins (Vice Chair), Marie Robb (Secretary), and Brandon Cook (Treasurer) (unanimous)
• Approved Economic Development Grant Agreement for Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project (unanimous)

City Council

The Galveston City Council convened a special meeting on July 12, 2022. The agenda consisted of procedural steps and an executive session to discuss legal advice regarding pending litigation. No public votes or policy decisions were listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss Cause No. 20-CV-1171: City Of Galveston Et Al, V Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation
• Council Member Sharon Lewis attended remotely from Panama City Beach, Florida

One Time Event

The Families, Children and Youth Board's City Infrastructure Task Force meets to finalize a park inventory score sheet and update annual goals for 2021-22 and 2022-23. The agenda includes reviewing strategic planning worksheets and discussing specific projects like broadband expansion and a community multi-purpose field. No new ordinances or budget approvals are listed for this session.

• Finalize Park Inventory score sheets and transfer data to the city
• Update annual report goals for 2021-22 and 2022-23
• Discuss Jones Park Engagement
• Discuss Expand Broadband availability
• Discuss Community Multi-purpose field

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees Parks and Amenities Committee held a regular meeting to review the draft Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Parks Budget. The agenda also included approval of previous meeting minutes and a review of the 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan. No specific new projects or contracts were listed for decision in this notice.

• Presentation of Draft Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Parks Budgets
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 2, 2022
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Galveston Zoning Board of Adjustments is meeting to review a single variance request. The applicant seeks permission to reduce the minimum lot area for a residential property in the R-1 zoning district. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes and allowing public comment.

• Variance request 22Z-005 for 5401 Avenue P 1/2 to reduce minimum lot area in R-1 district
• Applicant: Brax Easterwood; Property Owner: Keith Bassett, Bassett Family Properties, Ltd.
• Public hearing scheduled for the variance request
• Approval of May 4, 2022 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a request to reduce the minimum lot area for a single-family residential property. The board also approved the minutes from the May 4, 2022 meeting.

• Approved variance to reduce minimum lot area at 5401 Avenue P 1/2 (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2022 minutes

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Finance Committee meets to review routine financial reports, including expense reports, cash flow projections, and delinquent accounts. The committee will also discuss and consider accepting the 2021 audited pension plan report, federal and state single audits, and the consolidated annual financial report. Additionally, the committee will discuss FEMA/TEDM claims.

• Consider Board and Staff Expense Reports
• Consider Financial Statements and Cash Flow Projections
• Discuss acceptance of 2021 Audited Galveston Wharves Pension Plan Annual Financial Report
• Discuss acceptance of Galveston Wharves Federal and State Single Audits
• Discuss FEMA/TEDM Claims

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees meets to review the 2021 financial audit and discuss results from a special actuarial study. The board will also discuss funding policy and the Firefighters' Retirement System Plan (FSRP) with City Administration, as well as review May 2022 financial statements and June 2022 retirement benefits.

• Review of 2021 Financial Audit by Laura Lynch, Whitley Penn
• Discussion of Special Study results from 2019 and 2021 valuations
• Discussion of Funding Policy and FSRP with City Administration
• Review of May 2022 Financial Statements & Transactions
• Review of Retirement Benefits for June 2022

The Board approved $315,807.30 in retirement benefits for June 2022 and the May 2022 financial statements. The 2021 Financial Audit was accepted pending the addition of the GASB statement and final investment fee disclosure.

• Accepted 2021 Financial Audit pending GASB statement and final issuance (unanimous)
• Approved June 2022 retirement benefits of $315,807.30 (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Pension Committee met to discuss the current status of the Port's Defined Benefit Pension Plan. The agenda included a virtual presentation by NYHART and a discussion on potential amendments to pension plan assumptions, risk mitigation alternatives, and desired funding levels for 2022.

• Virtual presentation by NYHART
• Discussion of amendments to Defined Benefit Pension Plan assumptions and methods
• Review of risk mitigation alternatives for the pension plan
• Consideration of 2022 desired funding levels for the pension plan

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review financial reports and approve several contracts. Key items include a $150,000 increase to the East End Cruise Corridor construction contract, a partnership agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Galveston Harbor Channel Extension, and roadway improvements along Wharf Road. The board also enters executive session to discuss pending litigation and personnel matters.

• Increase East End Cruise Corridor contract (20th St to Royal Caribbean Way) by $150,000 to a total not exceeding $5,648,111.65
• Project Partnership Agreement with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Galveston Harbor Channel Extension
• Advanced Funding Agreement with Texas DOT for roadway improvements on Wharf Road between 20th and 23rd Streets
• First Contract Amendment with AG Witt, LLC for disaster recovery consulting services for $300,000
• Vehicle purchases from Silsbee Ford not to exceed $247,634.00

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial statements and vote on three action items. These include approving the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and entering into contracts for remote quality control and cleaning services at specific housing sites. The meeting also includes reports on development, housing, and resident services.

• Resolution #2946: Approval of GHA’s FY2023 Budgets (fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022)
• Resolution #2944: Contract with Quadel Inc for Remote Quality Control Services
• Resolution #2945: Contract with Advantage Pro-Kleen for Cleaning Services at Gulf Breeze and Holland House
• Review of Financial Statements
• Secretary’s reports on Development, Housing, MOD, Resident Services, and Human Capital

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss the FY 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan, as well as regulations for short-term rental software and municipal concessions. Council members also interviewed applicants for the Park Board of Trustees and reviewed potential ordinances regarding wildflowers, trash collection, taxis, and tree planting.

• Discussion of FY 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Review of Galveston Municipal Code Chapter 19 regarding concessions and peddlers (Case 22PA-005)
• Discussion of short-term rental software and registration requirements
• Interviews for Park Board of Trustees applicants Bryson Frazier and Dr. Craig Stevens
• Policy discussions on wildflowers, trash collection, taxis, and tree planting for new infrastructure

City Council

The Galveston City Council will vote on ordinances to designate two properties as historic landmarks and increase the homestead tax exemption to $60,000. The agenda also includes numerous consent items for infrastructure contracts, including a $436,225 change order for water meter lead testing and agreements for drainage improvements.

• Ordinance designating 31 Cedar Lawn as a Galveston Landmark
• Ordinance designating 1306 Harbor View as a Galveston Landmark
• Increase minimum Homestead Ad Valorem Tax Exemption to $60,000
• Change Order with Badger Meter for $436,225.01 for EPA lead testing
• Agreements with Applied GRT and T. Baker Smith for 14th Street Drainage Project

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan meets to review financial reports from May 2022 and discuss projections for the 2022 plan year. The board will also receive an update on a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the health plan and introduce a new board member. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text.

• Review of financial reports as of May 2022, including large claim cases and reimbursements
• Update on Health Plan RFP
• Introduction of a new board member
• Approval of minutes from the April 21, 2022 meeting

The Board received financial reports showing the plan is at 105% of costs as premium equivalent. Trustees decided to cancel the current Health Plan RFP to resubmit it with a new scope including patient advocacy and alternative plan designs. The approval of the April 21, 2022, meeting minutes was tabled.

• Cancelled Health Plan RFP to resubmit with new scope for patient advocacy and alternative plans
• Tabled approval of April 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Tentatively scheduled next meeting for July 20, 2022

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to conduct public hearings on two plat adjustments and one zoning change. The agenda includes requests to replat properties on Izamal and Contoy Courts and a request to change zoning for a church property on Stewart Road. The commission will also discuss annual planning awards.

• Public hearing on 22P-038: Replat for properties on Izamal Court and Contoy Court to decrease lots from 16 to 6
• Public hearing on 22P-039: Replat for 17807 FM-3005 to increase lots from 1 to 2
• Public hearing on 22P-031: Change zoning from Residential Single-Family (R-1) to Resort/Recreation (RES/REC) for 13724 Stewart Road
• Discussion of Planning Commission Annual Awards for 2022

The Commission recommended approval of a zoning change for a property owned by West Isle Presbyterian Church of Galveston. The request seeks to move the property from Residential, Single-Family (R-1) to Resort/Recreation (RES/REC) zoning. Two replat requests were heard but no final action was recorded.

• Recommended approval of zoning change from R-1 to RES/REC at 13724 Stewart Road (5-2)
• Accepted June 7, 2022 minutes as written

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees held a special meeting to discuss authorizing the Port Director/CEO to negotiate a dredging agreement for the Turning Basin in the Galveston Channel. This action is required by a ground lease with Galveston Cruise Terminal LLC. The proposed contract amount is not to exceed $2,000,000.

• Discussion of authorization for a dredging agreement for the Turning Basin in the Galveston Channel
• Contract value capped at $2,000,000
• Agreement required by ground lease dated December 12, 2019, with Galveston Cruise Terminal LLC

City Council

This special meeting was held to interview applicants for the Park Board of Trustees. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural steps, including calling the meeting to order and adjourning. No other decisions, votes, or public hearings were listed on the agenda.

• Interview applicants for the Park Board of Trustees

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission meets to review public art proposals, including a request for additional funding for a performance and a withdrawal from a 2021-2022 project. The commission also discusses recommendations for 2022-2023 public art proposals to send to City Council and receives updates on ongoing public art grants and Seawall Revitalization efforts.

• Eepi Chaad requests additional funding for a performance at a completed project site
• Derek Anderson withdraws from 2021-2022 project completion
• Commission considers recommendations for 2022-2023 Public Art Proposals for City Council
• Chair’s update on Public Art Grants work-in-progress and Seawall Revitalization

The Commission approved a $1,200 supplement for an interpretive dance performance by Eepi Chaad. A proposal for public art funds from Jean Shon was denied, and the Commission recognized the suspension of Derek Anderson's proposal.

• Approved May regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Jean Shon's public art project proposal (2-3, two abstentions)
• Approved $1,200 funding for Eepi Chaad's interpretive dance project (unanimous)
• Voted that Eepi Chaad's previous project is complete to initiate payment (unanimous)
• Approved suspension of Derek Anderson's proposal and halted second round of funding (unanimous)

One Time Event

The Families, Children and Youth Board meets to approve minutes and receive updates on the City Youth Council and its annual report to the City Council. The agenda includes discussions from task forces on education, youth empowerment, health, and city infrastructure, along with a presentation on Harambee and a potential sculpture acceptance.

• Update on City Youth Council by Councilman W. Schuster
• Update on Annual Report to the City Council
• Task force reports on Education, Youth Empowerment, Health, and City Infrastructure
• Brief presentation on Harambee
• Possible acceptance of sculpture of prominent Galveston female citizen

Airport Advisory Committee

The Galveston Airport Advisory Committee is scheduled to discuss Part 139 certification for the airport. The agenda also includes updates on capital improvement projects, facility repairs, and monthly budget and operations reports. No specific new contracts or zoning changes are listed in the agenda text.

• Discussion of Part 139 Certification for the Airport
• Capital Improvement Project Updates
• Fuel Flowage Report – May 2022
• ATCT Operations Report – May 2022
• Monthly Budget Report – June 1, 2022

The committee unanimously approved a recommendation to City Council to fund a pre-inspection for FAA Part 139 certification to allow commercial service. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 12, 2022, meeting.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for $20,000 Part 139 pre-inspection cost (Unanimous)
• Approved April 12, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Employee Retirement Fund for Non-Civil Service Employees

The Board of the Employee Retirement Fund for Non-Civil Service Employees in Galveston, TX, is scheduled to discuss and potentially act on retaining legal services from Baker Hostetler instead of Stefan Smith. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as determining quorum, setting the next meeting date for August 2, 2022, and an open public comment period.

• Discussion and possible action on changing legal counsel from Stefan Smith to Baker Hostetler
• Next meeting date set for August 2, 2022
• Open public comment period limited to one hour

Sister Cities Program Committee

The Galveston Sister Cities Program Committee is meeting to review updates on its partnerships with cities in Japan, Mexico, Spain, Norway, Africa, India, and Taiwan. The agenda includes discussing potential amendments to the committee's rules and policies, planning a virtual meet-and-greet, and preparing a presentation for the City Council.

• Updates on Sister Cities relationships with Niigata, Veracruz, Macharaviaya, Stavanger, Africa, India, and Taiwan
• Discussion of amendments to committee 'Rules and Policies'
• Planning for a virtual meet-and-greet event
• Preparation for a City Council meeting presentation

Park Board of Trustees

The Tourism Development Advisory Committee (TDAC) meets to discuss the value of the Hotel Occupancy Tax for Fiscal Year 2023. The agenda also includes updates on beach projects, coastal zone management, and visitor information center activations for the summer. The committee will review previous meeting minutes and monthly executive reports.

• Discussion of FY 2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) penny value
• Update on beach projects and coastal zone management
• Update on mobile visitor information center activations for summer
• Update on visitor information center upgrades at the Chamber of Commerce
• Review of May 2022 monthly executive reports

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss approval of meeting minutes, asset disposals via GovDeals.com, and the purchase of heavy equipment for coastal zone management and Stewart Beach maintenance. The agenda also includes discussions on succession planning, renewing membership in the Texas SmartBuy Purchasing Cooperative, and reviewing fiscal year 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax values.

• Approval of asset disposals through GovDeals.com
• Bulkhead railings replacement at Seawolf Park
• Purchase of Bobcat S66 Skid Steer Loader for Coastal Zone Management
• Purchase of Hyundai HL940A Wheel Loader for Coastal Zone Management
• Funding of heavy equipment for Stewart Beach maintenance

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss several operational items. Key discussions include approving the purchase of heavy machinery for coastal management and Stewart Beach maintenance, as well as reviewing asset disposals through GovDeals.com. The committee also considers financial reports, including hotel occupancy tax values and unaudited financial statements.

• Approval of asset disposals through GovDeals.com
• Purchase of a Bobcat S66 Skid Steer Loader for Coastal Zone Management
• Purchase of a Hyundai HL940A Wheel Loader for Coastal Zone Management
• Funding for heavy equipment for Stewart Beach maintenance
• Review of Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax value

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a workshop on June 7, 2022, to discuss the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations. This was a discussion item presented by staff, not a vote or decision. The meeting also included standard procedural steps such as calling the meeting to order, attendance, and conflict of interest checks.

• Review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations (Staff)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation is holding public hearings on two economic development grant agreements. The first proposes $1,000,000 in additional funding for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project. The second proposes $150,000 to fund a Planning Assistant for updating the Sediment Management Strategy. The board will also discuss extending the 4B sales tax and review current project expenses.

• Public hearing on $1,000,000 funding for Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project
• Public hearing on $150,000 grant for Sediment Management Strategy update
• Discussion on extending the 4B sales tax
• Review of FY22 project expenses and available funds

The board approved the minutes from the May 3, 2022, meeting. Members held public hearings on two grant agreements and discussed potential infrastructure projects and the 4B sales tax extension, but no final actions were taken on those items.

• Approved May 3, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority, along with its housing and finance corporations, meets to approve previous minutes and invoices for TIRZ 13 and other entities. The agenda includes discussions on hiring a bookkeeper, reviewing construction costs, and clarifying the mission of the Real Estate Committee regarding property purchases for renovation.

• Approval of invoices for TIRZ 13, RDA, GHFC/GPFA
• Discussion on hiring a bookkeeper for Galveston Housing Finance Corp and Property Finance Authority
• Review of current construction costs and plans for purchasing homes for rehabilitation
• Clarification of the Real Estate Committee's mission and property purchase strategies

The board approved a process to determine if an accounting firm is needed for the GHFC and GPFA. Members discussed strategies for accumulating vacant land and homes for affordable housing, noting that high construction costs currently hinder building.

• Approved minutes of May 10 and May 11, 2022 meetings (Unanimous)
• Approved motion for Chris Robb to evaluate accounts to determine if a bookkeeping firm is required (Unanimous)
• No action taken on TIRZ 13, RDA, or GHFC/GPFA invoices

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is scheduled to hold public hearings on several land-use requests. The agenda includes a request to change zoning from single-family residential to resort/recreation for a church property, two applications to designate private homes as Galveston Landmarks, and four permits for new beachfront construction or repairs. The commission will also consider a request to amend municipal code definitions related to permits.

• Zoning change request for 13724 Stewart Road from R-1 to RES/REC for West Isle Presbyterian Church
• Landmark designation requests for 1306 Harbor View and 31 Cedar Lawn Circle
• Beachfront construction permits for 25903 Flamingo Drive, 22206 Kennedy, and 11726 Beachside Drive
• Piling replacement permit for 4226 Ghost Crab Lane
• Request to amend Galveston Municipal Code Chapter 19 regarding permit definitions and procedures

The Commission approved four beachfront construction permits and recommended two properties for landmark designation. A request to change zoning at 13724 Stewart Road was deferred to June 21, 2022, for further review.

• Approved permanent license for landscape walls and parking garage foundation at 828 Postoffice / Avenue E (7-0)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permits for 25903 Flamingo Drive (7-0)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permits for 22206 Kennedy (7-0)
• Approved beachfront construction and dune permits for 11726 Beachside Drive (7-0)
• Approved piling replacement permit for 4226 Ghost Crab Lane (7-0)
• Deferred zoning change from R-1 to RES/REC at 13724 Stewart Road (4-3)
• Recommended landmark designation for 1306 Harbor View (7-0)
• Recommended landmark designation for 31 Cedar Lawn Circle (7-0)

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is holding a regular meeting to review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and Landmark Designations. The agenda includes four requests for alterations or new construction on properties along Market Street and Strand, and two requests to designate specific homes as Galveston Landmarks. One application for new construction at 1117 Market/Avenue D is noted as being deferred.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 1207 Market/Avenue D
• Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction at 1117 Market/Avenue D (deferred)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for front porch railings at 1317 Market/Avenue D
• Certificate of Appropriateness for rooftop penthouse and deck at 2202 Strand/Avenue B
• Landmark Designation requests for 1306 Harbor View and 31 Cedar Lawn Circle

The Commission decided on several property alteration requests and recommended two properties for landmark designation. One request for new construction was deferred to a future meeting.

• Denied window replacement request at 1207 Market / Avenue D (7-0)
• Deferred new construction request at 1117 Market/Avenue D to July 18, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved porch railing modifications at 1317 Market/Avenue D (5-2)
• Approved rooftop penthouse, deck, and canopy at 2202 Strand / Avenue B (7-0)
• Recommended approval of landmark designation for 1306 Harbor View (7-0)
• Recommended approval of landmark designation for 31 Cedar Lawn Circle (7-0)
• Approved May 16, 2022 meeting minutes

One Time Event

The Stewart Beach Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review and approve minutes from their previous meeting and to discuss options for enhancing Stewart Beach. The agenda includes a public comment period and standard procedural steps like a roll call.

• Discuss options for enhancing Stewart Beach
• Approval of minutes from the May 6, 2022 meeting

The committee reviewed various ideas for enhancing Stewart Beach, including infrastructure and revenue options. Council Member David Collins will present these discussions to the City Council in June to seek further direction.

• Approved May 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Park Board of Trustees

The Beach Maintenance Advisory Committee meets to review recent minutes and discuss support for Project Vesta, a pilot site initiative. The agenda also includes updates on the Seaweed Emergency Relocation Program enrollment and a forecast for sargassum seaweed. Members will discuss the committee's work plan for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

• Discuss and consider support of Project Vesta pilot site
• Sargassum Forecast Update by Hal Needham
• Seaweed Emergency Relocation Program enrollment update
• Discussion of 2022-2023 BMAC Work Plan
• Approval of April 1 and May 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees is scheduled to review and discuss various park projects, including maintenance updates and new initiatives for 2022. The agenda includes presentations on park programs, facility performance metrics, and recommendations for park improvements and recreation centers. Specific items involve discussions on budget allocations and administrative procedures for park operations.

• Presentation of Park Programs for 2022
• Discussion of Park Facilities and Recreation Centers
• Review of Park Budget and Administrative Procedures
• Updates on Park Maintenance and Performance Metrics

Firefighters and Police Officers Civil Service Commission

The Galveston Firefighters and Police Officers Civil Service Commission meets to discuss the appointment of a Civil Service Director. The agenda also includes reviewing appeals of specific questions from the Police Lieutenants' and Sergeants' promotional exams held on May 5, 2022.

• Appointment of a Civil Service Director
• Appeals for Police Lieutenants' Promotional Exam (Questions 18, 65, 69, 93)
• Appeals for Police Sergeants' Promotional Exam (Questions 20, 27, 80, 96, 99)

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will review the 2021 Economic Impact Study on tourism and discuss funding for the 2022 Emancipation Celebration. Operations updates include the Stewart Beach Drainage Project and a schematic design contract for a new Beach Patrol Headquarters. The board will also consider approving concessionaire agreements and monitoring services for the drainage project.

• Presentation of 2021 Economic Impact Study on tourism
• Discussion of Special Event Incubator Funding for 2022 Emancipation Celebration
• Update on Stewart Beach Drainage Project and Atkins monitoring agreement
• Approval of Beach Patrol Headquarters Schematic Design Contract
• Awarding concessionaire agreements to begin June 2022

One Time Event

The Executive Committee of the City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board (FCYB) meets to discuss input for its annual report due July 31. The agenda includes a discussion on the Youth Council process and a nominating committee update regarding K. Tiernan's resignation as chair and the appointment of Shanice Blair. Task force chairs will provide brief status updates on education, infrastructure, youth empowerment, and health initiatives.

• Discussion of input for FCYB annual report due July 31
• Nominating committee: K. Tiernan resignation as chair; Shanice Blair appointed
• Status updates from Education, City Infrastructure, Youth Empowerment, and Health task forces
• Discussion on Youth Council process

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee is scheduled to review minutes and discuss updates on tree education, Tree City USA status, and TxDOT roadway landscaping. The agenda lists these as discussion items without specifying final decisions or votes. Public comment is allowed on each item with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Tree Education Update
• Tree City USA 2022 Update
• TxDOT Related Roadways & Landscaping discussion

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees meets to review the 2021 Actuarial Valuation presented by consultants Rudd & Wisdom. The agenda also includes discussion of pension statutes and funding policies, as well as a review of April 2022 financial statements and May 2022 retirement benefits.

• Presentation of 2021 Actuarial Valuation by Rudd & Wisdom
• Review of PRB Statutes: FSRP and Funding Policy
• Review of April 2022 Financial Statements & Transactions
• Review of Retirement Benefits for May 2022

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board accepted the 2021 Actuarial Valuation, which shows a 51.6 amortization period. They approved $318,273.22 in retirement benefits for May 2022 and the April 2022 financial statements, noting the fund value was $51.6 million at the end of April. No new business was introduced, and discussions on funding policy statutes were deferred.

• Accepted 2021 Actuarial Valuation (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 retirement benefits of $318,273.22 (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred discussion on PRB Statutes and funding policy updates

City Council

The Galveston City Council will vote on a $10,616,014 payment to Galveston County for 23rd Street paving and drainage work. The agenda also includes public hearings on new regulations for golf cart businesses and a zoning change from R-1 to R-0 for specific properties. Additionally, the council will review contracts for a new ERP system, fire department software, and a $1 million donation for the Lassie League Softball Complex.

• Payment of $10,616,014 to Galveston County for 23rd Street Paving, Drainage & Utility Rehabilitation from Broadway to Seawall
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Land Development Regulations to regulate golf cart businesses (Case 22ZA-002)
• Public hearing on zoning change from Residential Single-Family (R-1) to Restricted Residential (R-0) (Case 22P-021)
• Contract with Stantec Consulting Services for South Shore Pump Station engineering design in the amount of $4,214,560.05
• Acceptance of a $1,000,000 donation from Ms. Georgann Maggie for improvements to the Lassie League Softball Complex at 2506 83rd Street

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss changes to the License to Use Ordinance for motorized vehicles and residential parking policies. Staff presented the investment report for the quarter ended March 31, 2022, and outlined the proposed budget process for FY 2023. The meeting also included updates on the Redevelopment Authority and a proposal to discontinue Zoom for future council meetings.

• Discussion of changes to the License to Use Ordinance regarding motorized vehicles
• Presentation of the Investment Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2022
• Discussion of the proposed budget process for FY 2023
• Discussion of residential parking policies
• Proposal to discontinue Zoom for City Council Workshop and Regular Meetings

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board will review routine financial reports and approve a second amendment to its engineering services agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group. The board will also discuss delegating authority to the Port Director for disaster recovery contracts and consider updates to employee medical benefits and a weigh station on the port's west end.

• Approve Second Amendment to Master Services Agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group for up to $75,000 for Cruise Terminal Marine Improvements
• Discuss delegation of authority to Port Director for pre-positioned disaster contracts
• Discuss weigh station on West End of Port
• Discuss renewal of medical benefit plan for Port employees
• Review CFO Report including financial statements and cash flow projections

One Time Event

The Health Task Force Committee of the City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board met on May 24, 2022. The agenda included reviewing past projects and discussing resources and action plans for future initiatives. No specific decisions, votes, or new policies were listed in the agenda.

• Review of past projects by the FCYB Health Task Force
• Discussion of future ideas and resources
• Planning of future action steps

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Finance Committee meets to review routine financial documents, including expense reports, bank reconciliations, and cash flow projections. The committee also discusses the renewal of the medical benefit plan for port employees. A presentation by Arthur J. Gallagher and Company is scheduled.

• Review of Board and Staff Expense Reports
• Review of Financial Statements and Port Investments Report
• Review of Bank Reconciliation and Cash Flow Projections
• Discussion of Medical Benefit Plan renewal for Port Employees
• Presentation by Arthur J. Gallagher and Company

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a special meeting to officially canvass the returns from the May 7, 2022 general election. The council passed an ordinance declaring the election results and the legality of the process. Following this, the newly elected Mayor and City Council members were administered their oaths of office.

• Ordinance canvassing May 7, 2022 election returns and declaring results
• Oath of office for Mayor Dr. Craig Brown
• Oath of office for District 1 Council Member Sharon B. Lewis
• Oath of office for District 2 Council Member William Schuster
• Oath of office for District 3 Council Member David Collins

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a regular meeting to review three public hearings. The agenda included two requests to replat lots (changing lot counts) on Teichman Road and 57th Street, a permanent license request for landscape structures near Shriners Hospital, and a construction permit for a single-family dwelling on Bernice Drive.

• Public hearing 22P-028: Replat to decrease lots from five to one at 8815 Teichman Road.
• Public hearing 22P-029: Replat to increase lots from two to four at 3201 and 3223 57th Street.
• Public hearing 22P-007: Permanent license for landscape walls and parking garage foundation adjacent to 828 Postoffice Avenue E (Shriners Hospital).
• Public hearing 22P-026: Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 11217 Bernice Drive.

The Planning Commission deferred a request for a permanent license to use city street right-of-way for landscape and parking structures until June 7, 2022, to gather more information. The Commission approved a Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for a single-family dwelling at 11217 Bernice Drive. Two replat requests were heard but no final vote on them is recorded in these minutes.

• Deferred License to Use request (22P-007) to June 7 meeting (6-0)
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit (22P-026) (6-0)
• Accepted May 3, 2022 minutes as written
• Public hearing held for replat request 22P-028 (no vote recorded)
• Public hearing held for replat request 22P-029 (no vote recorded)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Galveston Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meets to review routine updates from staff regarding special events, recreation centers, the Lasker Community Pool, and maintenance operations. The agenda includes reports from the Board Chair and Executive Director, along with time for public comment and council representative input. No specific votes, contracts, or policy changes are listed in the agenda text.

• Update on Lasker Community Pool
• Update on Recreation Centers
• Update on Maintenance Division
• Executive Director Report
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is holding a regular meeting to review four requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. These requests involve modifications to historic structures, including window replacements, elevating a home, and adding decks or doors. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approving previous minutes and rescheduling the next meeting due to a holiday.

• 22LC-017: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness for new/replacement windows and doors at 302 Moody/21st Street.
• 22LC-014: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness for new windows and window openings at 2202 Mechanic/Avenue C.
• 22LC-015: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness for elevating a residential structure and installing a lift at 1401 20th Street.
• 22LC-016: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness for rear entry door, deck, and staircase alterations at 2328 Avenue O.
• Rescheduling of the June 20, 2022 Landmark Commission meeting to 9:00 am on June 21, 2022, due to the Juneteenth holiday.

The Commission approved four requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for structural modifications, including window replacements and building elevations. The May 2, 2022 minutes were also approved. The June 20 meeting was rescheduled to June 21.

• Approved modifications to windows and doors at 302 Moody/21st Street (6-0)
• Approved new windows and window openings at 2202 Mechanic / Avenue C (6-0)
• Approved elevating a residential structure and installing a lift at 1401 20th Street (6-0)
• Approved rear entry door, deck, and staircase at 2328 Avenue O (6-0)
• Approved May 2, 2022 minutes
• Rescheduled June 20, 2022 meeting to June 21, 2022 at 9:00am

Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Committee

The Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Advisory Committee meets to review the first quarter investment reports for the city and the Galveston Industrial Development Corporation. The committee also discusses the second quarter general fund budget status and considers a recommendation to accept the proposed 2022 Investment Policy.

• Review of Q1 2022 Investment Reports for City of Galveston and Galveston Industrial Development Corporation
• Review of 2nd Quarter General Fund Budget Status Report
• Recommendation to accept proposed 2022 Investment Policy

The Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Committee approved the proposed 2022 Investment Policy. The committee also accepted the investment portfolio performance reports for the quarter ending March 31, 2022.

• Approved March 2, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted investment quarter reports (unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2022 Investment Policy (unanimous)

Park Board of Trustees

The Workforce Development Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to review meeting minutes and discuss the strategic marketing plan. The agenda includes presentations on employer information sheets for internships and discussions about school-year internship programs for the 2022-23 academic year. No major policy decisions or budget approvals are listed on this agenda.

• Review of 4/13/22 Workforce Development Committee minutes
• Discussion of Strategic Marketing Plan by Neil Murphy
• Presentation on Employer Information Sheet for internships by Sherry Rooks
• Discussion of 2022-23 School-Year Internship Programs by Eric Paul and Sherry Rooks
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority, along with its housing and finance affiliates, meets to discuss the availability and process of acquiring city-owned properties. The agenda also includes presentations from four local organizations, including Vison Galveston and the Galveston Historical Foundation. No specific contracts, rezonings, or budget figures are listed in this agenda.

• Discussion on acquiring city-owned properties
• Presentation by Vison Galveston / Build Galveston
• Presentation by Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson
• Presentation by Galveston Urban Ministries
• Presentation by Galveston Historical Foundation

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority held a regular meeting with no votes, approvals, or denials recorded. Guest speakers from Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, Vision Galveston, Build Galveston, Galveston Urban Ministries, and the Galveston Historical Foundation presented information on tax foreclosure processes, affordable housing needs, and property rehabilitation efforts. The board discussed the availability and process of acquiring city-owned properties but took no formal action.

• No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals recorded
• Meeting adjourned at 11:26 a.m.

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority and related finance corporations will meet to approve a $785,000 tax increment payment for TIRZ 13. The agenda also includes discussions on paying various invoices for the RDA, GHFC, and GPFA, as well as presentations from city staff regarding grants, housing, and planning.

• Consider approval of $785,000 tax increment payment for TIRZ 13
• Discuss payment of invoices for TIRZ 13, RDA, GHFC, and GPFA
• Presentation by City of Galveston Grants & Housing Dept (Alice Law)
• Presentation by City of Galveston Planning Dept (Catherine Gorman)
• Review updated demographic profile for Galveston

The board approved a tax increment payment and several invoices for TIRZ 13 and GHFC/GPFA. Members received presentations on housing programs, land development regulations, and updated city demographics.

• Approved April 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved $785,000 Tax Increment payment for TIRZ 13 (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,392.50 TIRZ 13 invoice payment to Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLP (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of all outstanding GHFC/GPFA invoices to Tramonte, Tramonte & Bastien, P.C. (Unanimous)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission met to review and approve minutes and discuss 2021-2022 public arts projects. The main agenda item was a discussion and potential action on eleven public art proposals submitted for 2022. City Council members were noted as potentially attending the meeting.

• Discussion of 2021-2022 public arts projects
• Review of 11 public art proposals for 2022
• Proposals from artists including Reginald Adams, Koby Brown, and Justin Lopez

The Commission reviewed and voted on several 2022 public art proposals, approving eight projects for funding. Three proposals were tabled pending further information or permissions.

• Approved $5,000 grant for Reginald Adams' Garden Gnome Trail (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 grant for Koby Brown's Archive of Photographs of 10 Historic Homes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 grant for Devin Cleary's Murals on Three School Garden Sheds (unanimous)
• Tabled Carol Evaul's Seawall Mural Project pending permits
• Approved $5,000 grant for Doug Hiser's Mural at Sunshine Center (unanimous)
• Tabled Doug Hiser's Water Tower Mural for additional information
• Approved $5,000 grant for Justin Lopez's mural at 2121 45th Street (approved, 1 opposed)
• Approved $5,000 grants for projects by Catherine Stroud et al., Amy Owens, and Justin Roykovich (unanimous)

Park Board of Trustees

The Tourism Development Advisory Committee meets to discuss updates on Stewart Beach drainage projects and potential funding for the Island Rideout and Bike Expo. The committee will also review the Visit Galveston Multi-Year Marketing Plan, the 2021 Economic Impact Report, and preparations for July 4 holiday activities.

• Update on Stewart Beach drainage project
• Discussion of Special Event Incubator funding for Island Rideout and Bike Expo
• Presentation of Visit Galveston Multi-Year Marketing Plan and 2021 Economic Impact Report
• Update on July 4, 2022 holiday activities
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

One Time Event

The Families, Children and Youth Board held its monthly meeting on May 10, 2022. The agenda lists routine procedural items, including approval of minutes, reports from a City Council liaison, and updates from various task forces on education, youth empowerment, health, and infrastructure. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.

• Report by Councilman William Schuster on the City Youth Council
• Task force updates on Education, Youth Empowerment, Health, and City Infrastructure
• Update from Department of Parks and Recreation

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #13

The Board of Directors for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 13 in Galveston will meet to discuss and act on distributing $785,000 in increment funds to the TIRZ 13 Developer Bank. The board will also review future 2022 increment funds expected in September or October and address current TIRZ 13 invoices. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call and public input.

• Distribution of $785,000 in increment funds to the TIRZ 13 Developer Bank
• Discussion of future 2022 increment funds expected in September or October 2022
• Review and action on TIRZ 13 invoices

One Time Event

The Stewart Beach Ad Hoc Committee meets to approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss options for enhancing Stewart Beach. The agenda is primarily procedural, with one substantive discussion item regarding beach improvements.

• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2022 and April 1, 2022 meetings
• Discussion of options for enhancing Stewart Beach

The Stewart Beach Ad Hoc Committee approved previous meeting minutes and reviewed case studies of public-private partnerships for potential beach enhancements. No new projects were approved or denied during this discussion-focused meeting.

• Approved March 4 and April 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed P3 comparables for Stewart Beach enhancements (no vote recorded)

Park Board of Trustees

The Beach Maintenance Advisory Committee meets to discuss beach maintenance issues, including sargassum seaweed removal and hurricane forecasts. The committee will consider supporting the Beach Patrol's headquarters and a 'Free Trash Bag' pilot project. Members also review the 2021-2022 work plan and welcome a new committee member.

• Presentation on Sargassum and Hurricane Forecast
• Update on Emergency Seaweed Relocation Program enrollments
• Discussion on supporting Beach Patrol's Beach Headquarters
• Proposal for collaboration on Project Vesta
• Consideration of 'Free Trash Bag' Pilot Project

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Galveston Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a single variance request. The applicant seeks to reduce the minimum lot area requirement for a residential property located at 402 17th Street. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes and allowing public comment.

• Variance request 22Z-004 for 402 17th Street to reduce minimum lot area in the R-3 district
• Applicant: Tricon Land Surveying, LLC; Property Owner: Brook Paysse
• Public comment period with a three-minute limit per speaker

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a request to reduce the minimum lot area for a single-family residential property. The board also approved the minutes from the March 9, 2022 meeting.

• Approved variance to reduce minimum lot area at 402 17th Street (5-0)
• Approved March 9, 2022 minutes

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation meets to discuss funding for infrastructure and economic development projects. Key items include approving additional funding for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project and a local match for a sediment management planning grant. The board will also receive direction on extending the 4B sales tax and review financial forecasts for various funding silos.

• Approval of $1,000,000 additional funding for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project
• Approval of $150,000 local match for a Planning Assistant Grant to update the Sediment Management Strategy
• Discussion on staff direction for the extension of the 4B Sales Tax
• Review of FY22 financial forecasts for Infrastructure, Beach, Economic Development, and Parks silos

The Industrial Development Corporation approved additional funding for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement and a local match for a sediment management grant. The board also gave staff direction regarding the extension of the 4B Sales Tax for a potential May 2023 election.

• Approved $1,000,000 additional funding for Pelican Island Bridge Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 local match for Planning Assistant Grant to update Sediment Management Strategy (Unanimous)
• Approved April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Galveston Employee's Retirement Fund for Police

The Galveston Employees’ Retirement Fund for Police Board meets to review investment reports, the 2022 actuarial report, and the plan budget. Key discussions include adjusting contributions to be taken from base pay only and reviewing how service time is calculated for retirement. The board also considers accepting an audit engagement from Whitley Penn for the year ended December 31, 2021.

• Discussion on adjusting contributions to be taken from base pay only
• Review of 2022 actuarial report
• Possible acceptance of audit engagement from Whitley Penn for year ended Dec 31, 2021
• Discussion on method of calculating service time at retirement
• Discussion and possible action on Plan budget for 2022

Employee Retirement Fund for Non-Civil Service Employees

The Board for the City of Galveston Employees' Retirement Fund for Non-Civil Service Employees meets to review a performance report from the Quantitative Group and discuss potential actions on an audit engagement with Whitley Penn and an actuarial valuation from Rudd and Wisdom. The agenda also includes the approval of previous minutes and a review of compiled financial statements. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Performance report from the Quantitative Group
• Discussion on audit engagement from Whitley Penn for year ended Dec 31, 2021
• Discussion on actuarial valuation from Rudd and Wisdom
• Review of compiled financial statements
• Next meeting scheduled for August 3, 2022

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission held a hybrid workshop to review and discuss applications for the 2022-2023 Public Arts Grants. The agenda included a call to order, attendance check, and adjournment. City Council members were noted as potentially attending to participate in the discussion.

• Review of applications for 2022-2023 Public Arts Grants
• Hybrid meeting format (in-person at McGuire-Dent Recreation Center and Zoom)

The commission held a workshop to discuss 12 public art grant submissions totaling $54,000 in requests. No final decisions or votes were made on the proposals during this meeting.

• Reviewed 12 public art grant proposals for upcoming votes
• Identified legal questions regarding funding private property and application adjustments
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

One Time Event

The Families Children & Youth Board Education Task Force meets to discuss ongoing youth programs, including early literacy and learning trails. The group will also review new business regarding the City Health Dashboard. No final decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Review of '1000 Books Before Kindergarten' program
• Discussion of 'Born Learning Trails' initiative
• Review of 'Harambee for Galveston’s Youngest Citizens'
• New business: City Health Dashboard

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review several public hearings and business items. Key discussions include a request to change zoning in the Driftwood neighborhood to single-family residential, a replat to reduce lots near Strand Avenue, and multiple beachfront construction permits involving dune protection. The commission will also consider licenses for using city street rights-of-way for landscape walls and construction dumpsters.

• Change of zoning for Driftwood Ln and Bayou Homes Dr to Restricted Residential, Single-Family (R-0)
• Replat request at 2328 Strand and 2309 Harborside Drive to decrease lots from eleven to three
• Beachfront construction certificates for 22427 Kennedy Drive and 11363 Beachside Drive
• License to use street right-of-way adjacent to 828 Postoffice for Shriners Hospital landscape walls
• License to use street right-of-way at 2300 Mechanic for a construction dumpster

The Commission recommended a zoning change to designate part of the Driftwood neighborhood as a Restricted Residential, Single-Family (R-0) district. Several beachfront construction permits and a license to use for a construction dumpster were approved, while one license request was deferred.

• Recommended approval of zoning change to Restricted Residential, Single-Family (R-0) for Driftwood neighborhood (4-0)
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 22427 Kennedy Drive with amendment to remove ground-level deck within 30 days (5-0)
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for 11363 Beachside Drive (5-0)
• Approved License to Use for construction dumpster adjacent to 2300 Mechanic/Avenue C (5-0)
• Deferred License to Use request for 828 Postoffice / Avenue E to May 17, 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted April 19, 2022 minutes as written

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is meeting to review four specific property cases, including requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations and solar panels. The agenda also includes a recommendation for a construction dumpster license and a variance request to reduce minimum lot area in an R-3 zoning district. Additionally, the commission will discuss financial incentives for historic properties.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for alterations and solar panels at 1621 Ball / Avenue H
• Certificate of Appropriateness for window and door modifications at 1512 24th Street
• License to Use recommendation for a construction dumpster at 2300 Mechanic/Avenue D
• Variance recommendation to reduce minimum lot area at 402 17th Street
• Discussion of financial incentives for historic properties (McLean/Patterson)

The Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for property alterations and expressed support for a construction dumpster license. One variance request and one discussion item were withdrawn.

• Approved solar panel installation at 1621 Ball / Avenue H (7-0)
• Approved window and door modifications at 1512 24th Street (7-0)
• Expressed support for construction dumpster license at 2300 Mechanic/Avenue D
• Approved April 18, 2022 minutes
• Withdrew variance request for 402 17th Street
• Withdrew discussion of Financial Incentives for Historic Properties

City Council

The Galveston City Council will vote on two public hearing items: an ordinance amending sign regulations in industrial zones and a rezoning of properties on Harborside Drive from Commercial to Heavy Industrial. The agenda also includes numerous consent items, such as approving a $2,109,939 contract for the Downtown Streetscape Project on 23rd Street, denying a CenterPoint Energy rate increase, and authorizing various infrastructure repairs and vehicle purchases.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1201 and 1228 Harborside Drive from Commercial to Heavy Industrial (Case 22P-016)
• Public hearing on amending sign regulations for buildings exceeding 800 feet from right-of-way in industrial zones (Case 22za-003)
• Approval of $2,109,939 contract with Main Lane Industries for Downtown Streetscape Project on 23rd Street
• Resolution denying CenterPoint Energy's application to increase distribution rates
• Approval of $2,045,270 ARPA grant agreement for runway rehabilitation at Scholes International Airport

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop meeting to discuss potential changes to the Civilian Review Board ordinance and extensions for the Industrial Development Corporation. Council members also reviewed 380 Agreements, updates on Juneteenth activities, and a report from the Park Board representative. This session served as an opportunity for questions on upcoming consent and regular agenda items.

• Discussion of changes to the Civilian Review Board ordinance
• Extension of the Industrial Development Corporation
• Discussion of 380 Agreements
• Update on Juneteenth Activities and Committee
• Report from City Council's Park Board Representative

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee meets to discuss updates on tree education and the Tree City USA 2021 program. The agenda also includes a review of proposals from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and other tree-related matters. The meeting is hybrid, allowing for in-person attendance at the McGuire-Dent Recreation Center or virtual participation.

• Tree Education Update presented by Nan Wilson
• Tree City USA 2021 Update presented by Nancy Greenfield
• Review of TxDOT proposals
• Public comment period with a three-minute limit per speaker

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss its strategic reporting framework, budget, and departmental goals. The agenda includes reviewing IT security audit results, discussing amendments to interlocal agreements with the City of Galveston, and considering approval of concessionaire agreements for the 2022 season. Operational updates cover beach patrol headquarters needs and a vegetation mitigation project at Babe's Beach.

• Discuss reporting framework for strategic plan, budget, and departmental goals
• Review IT security audit results
• Discuss amendments to City of Galveston and Park Board interlocal agreement
• Consider approval of amendments to concessionaire agreements for 2022 season
• Discuss beach patrol headquarters needs and opportunities

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters’ Pension Board of Trustees meets to review financial statements for March 2022 and retirement benefits for April 2022. The board will discuss actuarial assumptions for the 2021 valuation with a guest from Rudd & Wisdom and review the 2022 first quarter performance report from Greystone. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as quorum determination and conflict of interest checks.

• Review of actuarial assumptions for the 2021 valuation by Rudd & Wisdom
• Review of retirement benefits for April 2022
• Review of financial statements and transactions for March 2022
• Review of 2022 first quarter performance report by Greystone

The Board approved $318,273.22 in retirement benefits for April 2022 and accepted the Actuarial Assumptions for the 2021 Valuation. The March 2022 financial statements, showing a fund value of $54.9 M, were also approved.

• Accepted Actuarial Assumptions for the 2021 Valuation (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 retirement benefits of $318,273.22 (unanimous)
• Approved March 2022 financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved March 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission posted a notice for a tour at 523 10th Street on April 25, 2022. This event is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and the notice explicitly states that no action can be taken by the Commission. The posting complies with the Texas Open Meetings Act in case a quorum of members attends.

• Tour location: 523 10th Street, Galveston, TX
• Date and time: Monday, April 25, 2022, 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
• No official actions or decisions permitted during this event

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve resolutions related to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, including designating authorized signatories and civil rights policies. The board will also vote on authorizing expedited payment standards for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and approve the disposal of excess vehicles. Additionally, the board will review financial statements and previous meeting minutes.

• Resolution #2938: Designating authorized signatories for CDBG program documents
• Resolution #2939: Civil rights and policies for the CDBG program
• Resolution #2941: Authorizing expedited Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) payment standards
• Resolution #2942: Approval to dispose of excess equipment (vehicles)
• Resolution #2943: Approval of collection loss write-offs

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan meets to approve the renewal of fiduciary liability coverage for its directors and officers through GIA Insurance. The board also reviews March 2022 financial reports, including large claim cases and reimbursements, and discusses projections for the 2022 plan year.

• Renewal of Designated Benefit Plan Fiduciary Liability Coverage for Directors and Officers through GIA Insurance, effective March 9, 2022
• Review of financial reports as of March 2022, including large claim cases and plan reimbursements
• Discussion of financial projections for FY2021 and plan year 2022
• Approval of minutes from the February 23, 2022 regular board meeting

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review financial reports, approve pension plan contributions, and discuss various port operations. Key items include a proposed increase to the Pier 10 redevelopment construction contract, a lease for retail space on Strand, and a closed executive session regarding legal matters, personnel, and real estate.

• Increase Pier 10 redevelopment contract with David E Harvey Builders by $100,000 to a total not exceeding $3,061,260.55
• Approve lease of retail space at 2418 Strand Suite C
• Approve lease of property at 1201 & 1228 Harborside
• Extend consulting contract with Cuney, Edwards, Washington, and Associates (CEWA) until December 31, 2022
• Review Galveston Wharves Pension Plan investment performance and actuarial valuation

Galveston Wharves Board

The Finance Committee of the Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to review the pension plan's investment performance and actuarial valuation. The agenda includes approving financial statements, updating the investment policy, and discussing reimbursement resolutions for bond funds.

• Review Galveston Wharves Pension Plan investment performance for quarter ending March 31, 2022
• Consider acceptance of Actuarial Valuation of Pension Plan as of January 1, 2022
• Approve Galveston Wharves Investment Policy following annual review
• Discuss resolution to reimburse cash fund expenditures with bond funds
• Review contingency agreement formula with law firm and recent payout calculations

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations. This was a discussion item presented by staff, not a vote or final decision. The meeting also included standard procedural steps like calling the meeting to order and checking for conflicts of interest.

• Review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations (Staff)

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on a request to change the zoning of numerous properties in the Driftwood neighborhood to a Restricted Residential, Single-Family (R-0) district. The commission will also discuss a proposed text amendment to the Land Development Regulations regarding signage size allowances in industrial zones. Additionally, staff will present a discussion item on virtual attendance at commission meetings.

• Public hearing on Change of Zoning 22P-021 for properties on Driftwood Ln, Bayou Homes Dr, and Bayou Front Dr to designate a portion of the Driftwood Neighborhood as Restricted Residential, Single-Family (R-0)
• Public hearing on Text Amendment 22ZA-003 to modify signage allotment sizes for buildings in Heavy Industrial (HI) or Light Industrial (LI) districts
• Discussion item on Virtual Attendance At Commission Meetings

The Commission recommended approval of a text amendment to modify signage allotment sizes for buildings located far from the right of way in Heavy and Light Industrial districts. A zoning change request for the Driftwood neighborhood was deferred to a future meeting.

• Recommended approval of text amendment 22ZA-003 to modify industrial signage allotments (6-0)
• Approved amended text for Table 5.107 allowing 20% sign size increase for every 100 feet beyond 500 feet from the right of way (6-0)
• Deferred zoning change 22P-021 for the Driftwood neighborhood to May 3 meeting (6-0)
• Approved April 5, 2022 minutes as written

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is holding a regular meeting to review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to a property at 1123 Sealy. The commission will also discuss financial incentives for historic properties and the possibility of allowing virtual attendance at future meetings.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations at 1123 Sealy (22LC-009)
• Discussion of financial incentives for historic properties (McLean/Patterson)
• Discussion of virtual attendance options for commission meetings

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to a structure at 1123 Sealy / Avenue I. A discussion regarding financial incentives for historic properties was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved exterior alterations for 1123 Sealy / Avenue I (6-0)
• Approved April 4, 2022 minutes
• Deferred discussion of Financial Incentives for Historic Properties to May 2

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Galveston Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to review updates on special events, recreation centers, the Lasker Community Pool, and maintenance. The board will also discuss and consider action on the 2022 Youth Standards of Care Ordinance. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call and minutes approval.

• Discussion and consideration of the 2022 Youth Standards of Care Ordinance
• Updates on the Lasker Community Pool
• Updates on Recreation Centers and Special Events
• Maintenance Division update

Park Board of Trustees

The Workforce Development Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss progress on a strategic marketing plan and various internship opportunities. The agenda includes presentations on the Ball High School Hospitality Program, employer internship requirements, and educational tracks linked to the Galveston Career Connect Grant. The committee also reviews recent events for parents and school counselors and considers approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Ball High Hospitality Club involvement at the 2022 Tourism Summit
• Presentation on employer one-sheet highlighting internship opportunities and requirements
• Map of educational tracks, internships, and Galveston Career Connect Grant opportunities
• Update on Ball High School parent event held March 30, 2022
• Update on VIP event for principals and counselors held March 25, 2022, at Moody Gardens

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to discuss the concept and schematic design contract for a new Beach Patrol Headquarters. The committee will also review first-quarter unaudited financial statements and second-quarter projections for Fiscal Year 2022. Standard procedural items include approving previous meeting minutes and allowing public comment.

• Discuss and recommend approval for Beach Patrol Headquarters Concept and Schematic Design Contract
• Review Fiscal Year 2022 First Quarter Unaudited Financial Statements
• Review Fiscal Year 2022 Second Quarter Financial Projections
• Approve March 8, 2022 Finance and Operations Committee meeting minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Tourism Development Advisory Committee meets to review updates on beach patrol programs, festival events, and the upcoming Galveston Island Tourism Summit. The committee will also consider nominations for Industry Partner of the Year and review a mid-year sales update. No new contracts or zoning changes are listed on the agenda.

• Update on Beach Patrol Programs and Initiatives
• Update on Festival & Events Workshop
• Update on 8th Annual Galveston Island Tourism Summit
• Nominations for Industry Partner of the Year
• Mid-Year Sales Update presentation

One Time Event

The Families, Children and Youth Board will hold its monthly meeting to review task force reports on education, youth empowerment, health, and infrastructure. The agenda includes a guest presentation on youth cultural programs and a discussion on the City Youth Council led by Councilman William Schuster. No specific votes or new ordinances are listed in the agenda.

• Guest presentation: 'Harambee for Galveston’s Youngest Citizens' by Omer Ahmed
• Discussion: City Youth Council with Councilman William Schuster
• Task force updates: Education, Youth Empowerment, Health, City Infrastructure
• Department of Parks and Recreation updates

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission meets to discuss additional Hot Tax funding and review 11 public arts grant applications. The agenda also includes a discussion on a late-submitted 12th grant application and updates on mural projects.

• Discussion of additional Hot Tax funding
• Review of 11 public arts grant applications
• Consideration of a late 12th public arts grant application
• Update on Derek Anderson Mural and Seawall Mural Revitalization

The Commission approved seeking legal counsel regarding the cancellation of a mural project on the Melrose Building and the handling of spent grant funds. Members also agreed to accept one late public art application and scheduled a workshop to review all submissions.

• Approved seeking legal opinion on stopping the Melrose Building mural project and paying for completed work (Unanimous)
• Approved accepting one late public art application (Unanimous)
• Approved holding a workshop on May 3 to consider 12 public art applications (Unanimous)
• Approved March meeting minutes with corrections (Michael abstained)

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority, Housing Finance Corporation, and Property Finance Authority are meeting to approve invoices for TIRZ 13, RDA, and GHFC/GPFA. The agenda also includes a report on a TACDC conference and discussions on redevelopment ecosystem topics. No specific new projects or ordinances are listed for decision.

• Approval of invoices for TIRZ 13, RDA, and GHFC/GPFA
• Update from TACDC Conference
• Discussion of Redevelopment Ecosystem Topics
• Review of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes

The board appointed two members to manage tax foreclosure sales and authorize property purchases. The board also discussed redevelopment strategies including lot size requirements and the acquisition of buildable properties.

• Approved March 22, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Appointed Maureen McCutchen and John Lightfoot to oversee tax foreclosure sales and purchase properties on behalf of the board (Unanimous)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Galveston Airport Advisory Committee meets to discuss a request to rename Terminal Drive to Fen Waters Drive. The agenda also includes reviewing monthly operational reports, budget updates, and approving previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of renaming Terminal Drive to Fen Waters Drive
• Review of Airport Facility Repair and Capital Improvement Project updates
• Review of Fuel Flowage and ATCT Operations reports for March 2022
• Review of Monthly Budget Report for April 1, 2022

The Committee denied a request to rename a street, proposing instead a "Wall of Fame" with a plaque for Fen Waters. The meeting also included updates on airport facility repairs and a runway rehabilitation project.

• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied request to change Terminal Drive to Fen Waters Drive (unanimous)

One Time Event

The City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board Task Force on City Infrastructure held a virtual meeting to review strategic planning goals. The agenda included updates on a park inventory, broadband availability, and community sports teams, along with discussions on administrative rules and a youth council.

• Review of Park Inventory Update
• Discussion on expanding broadband availability
• Review of Jones Park Engagement outcomes
• Discussion on Community Multi-purpose field and City-Sponsored Sports Teams
• Brainstorming list of community consultants

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees' Parks and Amenities Committee is meeting to review updates on park revenues, Spring Break performance, and the Seawolf Park Master Plan timeline. The agenda also includes discussions on a destination sustainability plan, Blue Flag designation status, and the 2021-2026 Capital Investment Plan. No specific votes on new contracts or ordinances are listed in the agenda items.

• Discussion of Seawolf Park Master Plan timeline
• Update on Parks 2021-2026 Capital Investment Plan
• Review of park revenues and key performance indicators
• Update on Blue Flag designation status
• Discussion of Destination Sustainability Plan for natural resources

One Time Event

The Executive Committee of the City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board is meeting to review minutes and select a new chair for its Health Task Force. The agenda includes updates from various task force chairs and a potential discussion on a City Youth Council introduced by Councilman Schuster. No specific budget items, contracts, or zoning changes are listed on this agenda.

• Discuss/Choose new Chair of Health Task Force
• Updates from Education, City Infrastructure, and Youth Empowerment Task Forces
• Potential discussion of City Youth Council introduced by Councilman Schuster

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review several public hearings. The agenda includes requests for beachfront construction and dune protection permits for pedestrian access points, a replat to reconfigure six lots into seven, and licenses to use public right-of-way for sidewalk art and a handrail.

• Public hearing 22BF-025: Permit for mobile wood mat pedestrian beach access between 19519 and 19515 Shores Dr.
• Public hearing 22BF-036: Permit for reconstruction of dune walkover at 24551 & 24559 FM 3005.
• Public hearing 22P-019: Replat request to reconfigure six lots into seven at 3725 - 3815 El Lago.
• New business 22P-018: License to use sidewalk right-of-way adjacent to 2327 Winnie / Avenue G for public art.
• New business 22P-020: Permanent license to use right-of-way adjacent to 2328 Strand / Avenue B for a handrail.

The Commission approved two licenses to use city right-of-way for a handrail and cow statues. The board also held public hearings for beachfront construction permits and a lot replat, though no final decisions on those items were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved license to install cow statues and planters near 2327 Winnie / Avenue G (6-0)
• Approved permanent license to install a handrail near 2328 Strand / Avenue B (6-0)
• Denied motion to defer public art request to May 3 meeting (1-5)
• Accepted March 22, 2022 minutes as written

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation meets to approve a $600,000 Economic Development Grant for Parks Maintenance Package #4, specifically for improvements to Hooper Field. The board also discusses staff direction on the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project, potential extensions to the 4B Sales Tax, and updates on beach silo projects and sediment management strategies.

• Public hearing on $600,000 grant for Hooper Field improvements (Parks Maintenance Package #4)
• Discussion on additional funding for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project
• Update on Beach Silo projects and forecasting
• Discussion on extending the 4B Sales Tax
• Review of IDC Investment Report for quarter ended December 31, 2021

The Industrial Development Corporation approved a Wave Break and Roadway Project and a Planning Assistance Grant for sediment management. The board also authorized starting the process to commit an additional $1 million for the Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project if needed.

• Approved Wave Break and Roadway Project (Unanimous)
• Approved Planning Assistance Grant to update Sediment Management Strategy (Unanimous)
• Approved starting process to commit $1 million for Pelican Island Bridge Replacement Project if needed (Unanimous)
• Approved March 1 and March 24, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss the review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations. This was a discussion item presented by staff, not a vote or final decision. The meeting included standard procedural steps such as public comment and conflict of interest declarations.

• Review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations (Staff)

The Commission approved a license to install cow statues and planters on a sidewalk and a permanent license for a handrail installation. The March 22, 2022 minutes were also accepted.

• Approved License to Use for public art (cow statues and planters) adjacent to 2327 Winnie / Avenue G (6-0)
• Approved Permanent License to Use for a handrail adjacent to 2328 Strand / Avenue B (6-0)
• Accepted March 22, 2022 minutes as written
• Denied motion to defer public art request to May 3 meeting (1-5)

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is meeting to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding historic properties. The agenda includes a consent item for installing a handrail near 2328 Strand and public hearings on alterations to a structure at 1516 25th Street and a permanent license for a handrail in the city right-of-way.

• Consent Agenda: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness to install a handrail adjacent to 2328 Strand / Avenue B (22LC-008)
• Public Hearing: Request for Certificate of Appropriateness for alterations including a rear addition to 1516 25th Street (22LC-006)
• Public Hearing: Request for recommendation on a permanent license to place a handrail in the City Right-Of-Way adjacent to 2328 Strand / Avenue B (22LC-007)

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a handrail installation and a rear addition to a structure on 25th Street. It also recommended approval for a license to place a handrail in the City right-of-way.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for handrail installation at 2328 Strand / Avenue B
• Recommended approval of Permanent License to Use for handrail in City right-of-way at 2328 Strand / Avenue B (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for alterations and rear addition at 1516 25th Street (7-0)
• Approved March 21, 2022 minutes

One Time Event

The Stewart Beach Ad Hoc Committee meets to discuss options for enhancing Stewart Beach. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the previous meeting and allowing public comments.

• Discuss options for enhancing Stewart Beach
• Consider approval of March 4, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee discussed various options for enhancing Stewart Beach, including potential amenities, public-private partnerships, and the creation of an East End Recreation Area. No formal votes were recorded for the proposed ideas.

• Tasked Jeff Sjostrom with researching and reporting back information to the committee

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees is scheduled to review and approve several operational items. These include updates to park permits for vendors, fee changes for specific park facilities, and design proposals for park renovations. The agenda also includes a discussion on the approval of a new park facility.

• Update on park permits for vendors at Stewart Park
• Fee updates for parking at Stewart Park
• Design proposal for park renovations
• Discussion on approval of a new park facility

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Finance Committee met to review standard financial documents, including expense reports, financial statements, and cash flow projections. The agenda consisted primarily of consent items for accepting monthly reports on investments, bank reconciliations, and vendor payments. No specific new contracts, rezonings, or policy changes were listed for discussion.

• Review Board and Staff Expense Reports
• Review Financial Statements
• Accept Port Investments Report
• Review Cash Flow Projections
• Review Vendor Check Register Report

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting to review financial reports and discuss port operations. Key public items include a workshop on long-term dockage rates and approval of an agreement for placing dredged material in a federal area. The board will also enter a closed executive session to discuss legal issues, personnel, real estate, and economic development negotiations.

• Approval of agreements and cost sharing for placing non-federal dredged material from Galveston Wharves and Gulf Copper Areas into the Federal Dredge Material Placement Area (Army License No. DACW64-3-22-0059)
• Workshop discussion on Tariff Circular No. 7 regarding long-term dockage rates and potential tariff reductions
• Review of CFO report including financial statements, bank reconciliations, and cash flow projections
• Executive session topics include legal advice on FEMA projects from Hurricane Ike, a vessel collision incident at Piers 16-18, and real estate matters on Galveston and Pelican Island

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees meets to discuss the funding policy with city administration and process retirement benefits for March 2022. The agenda also includes reviewing February 2022 financial statements and a contribution refund for Richard Hiller.

• Chairman Hill update on Funding Policy and meeting with City Administration
• Contribution Refund: Richard Hiller
• Retirement Benefits for March 2022
• Financial Statements & Transactions: February 2022

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board approved March 2022 retirement benefits totaling $318,273.22 and the February 2022 financial statement, which reported a fund value of $54.9 million. The board also approved a contribution refund for Richard Hiller. Chairman Hill provided updates on funding policy compliance efforts with city administration and the fire union, noting that actuarial assumptions and valuations are scheduled for future meetings.

• Approved contribution refund for Richard Hiller (unanimous)
• Approved March 2022 retirement benefits of $318,273.22 (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 financial statement showing $54.9M fund value (unanimous)
• Approved February 22nd meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Galveston Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners held a public hearing to receive comments on the Housing Authority of the City of Galveston's FY2023 Agency Annual Plan. The meeting allowed residents to provide input on the agency's annual plan for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022. No decisions or votes were recorded in the agenda text, which lists only the opening, public comment period, and adjournment.

• Public hearing on GHA FY2023 Agency Annual Plan
• Public comments on FYB July 1, 2022 Agency Annual Plan
• Meeting location: Island Community Center, 4700 Broadway, Galveston, TX

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will review financial statements and department reports. The board plans to ratify a contract for boiler repairs at Holland House and authorize the submission of its FY 2023 Agency Annual Plan to HUD. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the agency plan and an executive session for legal consultation.

• Ratification of contract for Holland House Boiler Repair
• Approval to dispose of excess equipment
• Authorization to submit FY 2023 Agency Annual Plan to HUD
• Public hearing on the Agency Plan
• Review of financial statements and development reports

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation is holding a public hearing to discuss potential changes to an economic development grant agreement. The agenda proposes approving $5,500,000 in funding for the Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex Improvement Project. A separate public hearing is listed for the Parks Silo, though no specific action is detailed in the text.

• Public hearing on Parks Silo
• Potential changes to Economic Development Grant Agreement
• Proposed $5,500,000 funding for Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex Improvement Project

The board held a public hearing regarding potential changes to an Economic Development Grant Agreement for the Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex Improvement Project. No public comments were made. No final decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss several policy proposals and reports. Key discussions included the FY 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, a proposal to fund downtown beautification using parking revenue, and an ordinance regarding street naming and memorializations. The council also reviewed topics including the City Marshal Program, firefighter pensions, impact fees for short-term rentals, and the use of opioid settlement funds.

• Discussion of FY 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Proposal to fund Downtown Beautification using Downtown Area parking revenue
• Ordinance for Naming of Streets and City Memorializations
• Discussion of Impact Fees for Short Term Rentals
• Discussion of using Opioid Settlement Funds for Safe Communities

City Council

The Galveston City Council will vote on an ordinance to sell $11 million in certificates of obligation to fund new sanitation vehicles and park improvements. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning changes for Lakeview Drive and FM 3005, as well as the confirmation of Douglas Balli as Chief of the Galveston Police Department.

• Sale of $11 million in tax and revenue supported certificates of obligation for sanitation vehicles and Sand Hill Crane Park improvements
• Public hearing on rezoning properties at 1–19, 21–46 Lakeview Drive from R-1 to R-0
• Public hearing on rezoning 17130 FM 3005 from R-1/R-2 to Resort-Recreation (Res-Rec)
• Confirmation of Douglas Balli as Chief of the Galveston Police Department
• Approval of $456,000 contract with Crescent Electric for bollards on Seawall Boulevard

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan meets virtually to review financial reports as of February 2022. The agenda includes discussing large claim cases, plan reimbursements, and financial projections for FY2021 and plan year 2022. The board also approves previous minutes and sets tentative dates for the next meeting.

• Review of financial reports as of February 2022
• Discussion of large claim cases and plan reimbursements
• Financial projections for FY2021 and plan year 2022
• Approval of minutes from the regular board meeting

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee held a virtual meeting to review minutes and discuss tree-related matters. The agenda included updates on tree education and the 2021 Tree City USA program. No specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed for action.

• Tree Education Update presented by Nan Wilson
• Tree City USA 2021 Update presented by Nancy Greenfield
• Public comment period with a three-minute limit per speaker

Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority (RDA), Galveston Housing Finance Corporation (GHFC), and Galveston Property Finance Authority (GPFA) are meeting to elect officers and discuss their respective missions. The agenda includes reviewing amended bylaws for the RDA, authorizing bank signers for all three entities, and accepting an audit engagement letter from Whitley Penn. It also covers a TIRZ 13 update and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Election of officers for RDA, GHFC, and GPFA
• Discussion of amended Articles of Incorporation and By Laws for RDA
• Resolution authorizing bank signers for RDA, GHFC, and GPFA
• Acceptance of engagement letter from Whitley Penn for Annual Financial Audit
• Update on TIRZ 13

The Galveston Island Redevelopment Authority appointed its board officers and approved amended bylaws. The board authorized bank signers for RDA, TIRZ 13, GHFC, and GPFA, and approved payments for legal invoices.

• Appointed John Lightfoot as Vice President (Unanimous)
• Appointed Maureen McCutchen as Secretary (Unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Robb as Treasurer (Unanimous)
• Approved amended bylaws (Unanimous)
• Authorized bank signers for Frost Bank and Texas First Bank (Unanimous)
• Accepted Whitley Penn engagement letter for Annual Financial Audit (Unanimous)
• Approved invoices for Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLP for $566.50, $3,378.75, and $6,010.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved June 15, 2021 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to review the 2020-2021 financial audit and discuss expanding a federal seaweed maintenance permit to support beach inundation programs. The board also considers approving body cameras for staff, purchasing equipment for Stewart Park, and awarding concessionaire agreements for the 2022 season.

• Review of 2020-2021 Park Board Financial Audit
• Expansion of Federal Seaweed Maintenance Permit for HOA/POA Extreme Inundation Program
• Approval of Motorola Solutions Watchguard V3000 body cameras
• Purchase of tractor and wastewater vac unit for Stewart Park mobile amenities
• Awarding concessionaire agreements for the 2022 season

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including a zoning change to Heavy Industrial for properties on Harborside Drive and a request to designate part of the Driftwood neighborhood as Restricted Residential. The agenda also includes public hearings for beachfront construction permits and a planned unit development overlay for a mixed-use site on Seawall.

• Zoning change request for 1201 and 1228 Harborside Drive from Commercial to Heavy Industrial
• Request to designate portions of the Driftwood neighborhood as Restricted Residential (R-0)
• Planned Unit Development overlay for 1128 Seawall for mixed-use multi-family and retail
• Beachfront construction permits for 24125 FM 3005 for a pedestrian access mat and a deck addition
• Planned Unit Development overlay for 1402 Harborside for a larger wall sign

The Commission recommended approval for a zoning change on Harborside Drive and approved a beachfront construction permit. Several other zoning and development requests were withdrawn or deferred.

• Recommended approval of zoning change from Commercial to Heavy Industrial at 1201 and 1228 Harborside Drive (4-0)
• Approved Beachfront Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit for deck and staircase at 24125 FM 3005 (5-0)
• Deferred request for permanent license for planter walls and parking garage foundation adjacent to 828 Postoffice / Avenue E to May 3, 2022 (5-0)
• Withdrew zoning change request for Driftwood neighborhood (22P-013)
• Withdrew PUD Overlay District request for 1128 Seawall (21P-074)
• Withdrew Beachfront Construction Certificate request for mobile wood mat at 24125 FM 3005 (22BF-025)
• Withdrew PUD Overlay District request for wall sign at 1402 Harborside (22P-015)

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is meeting to review three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for alterations to historic properties. The agenda also includes a discussion on financial incentives for historic properties.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 1616 Broadway / Avenue J (awning and light fixtures)
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 1602 Winnie / Avenue G (rebuilt awning and new windows)
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 1118 Sealy / Avenue I (rear accessory structure alterations)
• Discussion of financial incentives for historic properties (McLean/Patterson)

The Galveston Landmark Commission approved three requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for alterations to historic properties. All three motions passed unanimously with seven votes in favor and none opposed. A discussion on financial incentives for historic properties was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1602 Winnie/Avenue G alterations (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1118 Sealy/Avenue I rear structure alterations (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 1616 Broadway/Avenue J awning and light fixtures (7-0)
• Deferred discussion of financial incentives for historic properties to April 18 meeting

Cultural Arts Commission

The Galveston Cultural Arts Commission meets to review reports on grants and outreach. The agenda includes discussions on additional funding for public art, specific mural applications, and the Cultural Arts Masterplan.

• Review of additional funds available for public art
• Review of Mural Application from Gabriel Prusmarck
• Discussion on Seawall Mural revitalization
• Review of meeting with Lakota Group on Cultural Arts Masterplan
• Update on Red Light Roasters permit and 2021-22 Public Arts Grant

The Commission approved the February meeting minutes. Members discussed public art grant withdrawals, a potential $50,000 budget increase, and the Cultural Arts Master Plan.

• Approved February regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees' Workforce Development Committee met to discuss educational tracks, internships, and career grant opportunities. The committee reviewed presentations on employer internship requirements and planned events for Galveston Independent School District staff and parents. No specific budget approvals or ordinance changes were listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on map of educational tracks, internships, and Galveston Career Connect grant opportunities
• Presentation on employer one-sheet highlighting internship opportunities and requirements
• Recap of Galveston Independent School District (GISD) counselor Q&A lunch
• Planning for VIP event for GISD high school and middle school principals and counselors on March 25
• Planning for parent event for Ball High School

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and Better Parks for Galveston meet to discuss the development of a Cultural Arts Master Plan. The agenda includes a presentation by The Lakota Group and an opportunity for public comment on the plan.

• Presentation by The Lakota Group on the Cultural Arts Master Plan
• Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Hybrid meeting at City Hall, 823 Rosenberg, Galveston, TX 77550

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Galveston Zoning Board of Adjustments meets to review a single new business item: a variance request for a residential property. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hold a moment of silence for Councilmember Quiroga.

• Variance request 22Z-002 for 4117 Isla Del Sol to reduce front yard setback in R-1 district
• Property described as Abstract 121 Hall & Jones Survey, Lot 14, Block 5, Isla Del Sol Subdivision
• Applicant Jay Willow (Jerry Homes) for property owner Nathan Novelli

The Board approved a request to reduce the front yard setback for a single-family residential property at 4117 Isla Del Sol. The February 9, 2022 minutes were also approved as amended.

• Approved front yard setback variance for 4117 Isla Del Sol (5-0)
• Approved February 9, 2022 minutes as amended

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including a change of zoning to Resort-Recreation for a large parcel on FM 3005 and a request to designate part of the Driftwood neighborhood as Restricted Residential. The agenda also includes deferred requests for a Planned Unit Development at 1128 Seawall and a permanent license for landscape features near Shriners Hospital. Additionally, staff will present text amendments regarding church signage limits and golf cart regulations.

• 22P-012: Change zoning from R-1/R-2 to Resort-Recreation for 17130 FM 3005 (approx. 153 acres)
• 22P-013: Designate portion of Driftwood neighborhood as Restricted Residential (R-0)
• 21P-074: Deferred request for Planned Unit Development overlay at 1128 Seawall
• 22P-007: Deferred request for permanent license for landscape walls and parking garage foundation near 828 Postoffice
• 22ZA-001: Text amendment to modify signage allotment for churches in R-1 districts

One Time Event

The Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board held its monthly meeting to review task force reports on education, youth empowerment, health, and city infrastructure. The agenda included a liaison report from Councilman William Schuster featuring a guest speaker from Ball High’s Tor Store and a discussion on the City Youth Council. Updates from the Department of Parks and Recreation were also scheduled, along with standard procedural items like approving minutes and addressing new business.

• Guest speaker Rob Lewis from Ball High’s Tor Store
• Discussion on the City Youth Council
• Task force reports on Education, Youth Empowerment, Health, and City Infrastructure
• Updates from the Department of Parks and Recreation

Park Board of Trustees

The Finance and Operations Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees meets to review the 2020-2021 financial audit and September 2021 unaudited statements. The committee also considers approving purchases for a tractor and wastewater unit for Stewart Park, alongside discussions on beach park exemptions and a potential beach service building.

• Approval of 2020-2021 Park Board Financial Audit
• Approval of September 2021 Unaudited Financial Statements
• Purchase of Massey MF4707 tractor and wastewater VAC unit for Stewart Park
• Discussion of seasonal exemption changes for beach parks
• Review of potential beach service building project

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees and Tourism Development Advisory Committee met via video conference to review recent meeting minutes and receive updates on park operations and the Cultural Arts Master Plan. The board also discussed its recommendation to support the City of Galveston's Mobility Plan and reviewed the 2021 Annual Report. No new contracts or zoning changes were listed for approval in this agenda.

• Update from Chief Operations Officer Kimberly Danesi on park operations
• Update on Cultural Arts Master Plan by Lisa Shaw
• Presentation of 2021 Annual Report by Caitlin Carnes
• Recap on Park Board recommendation to support City of Galveston's Mobility Plan
• Call for nominations for Industry Partner of the Year

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss the review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations. This was a staff-led discussion item rather than a vote or public hearing. The meeting included standard procedural steps such as calling the meeting to order, attendance, and conflict of interest checks.

• Review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations (Staff)

The Planning Commission held a workshop to refine recommendations for the City of Galveston's concessions ordinances. The session focused on permit requirements, zoning restrictions, and fee schedules for annual and temporary vendors.

• Reached consensus to allow non-food/merchandise concessions
• Reached consensus that concession trucks do not need to provide restrooms or hand-washing stations
• Approved draft Temporary Concessions application
• Recommended draft concession ordinance take effect 01/01/2023
• Reached consensus that 1,000 square feet per concession in parks shall remain
• Reached consensus that outdoor display provisions shall not apply to concessions
• Proposed $500 annual concession fee with discounts for concession parks
• Proposed $25 daily fee for temporary concessions

Landmark Commission

The Galveston Landmark Commission is scheduled to review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for modifications to a home at 1401 24th Street. The commission will also discuss a proposal from the City of Galveston to amend design standards for historic properties to include the Star State Company No. 3 Fire Station at 2828 Market.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for modifications to the front porch at 1401 24th Street (Applicant: Dr. Victor Viser)
• Proposal to amend historic design standards for the Star State Company No. 3 Fire Station at 2828 Market (Applicant: City of Galveston)
• Public comment period for agenda items without public hearings

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for structural modifications at 1401 24th Street. It also approved amending Design Standards for Historic Properties to include the Star State Company No. 3 Fire Station.

• Approved modifications to 1401 24th Street with Staff Recommendations except special conditions A and B (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Design Standards for Historic Properties for Star State Company No. 3 Fire Station (6-0)
• Approved February 7, 2022 minutes

Park Board of Trustees

The Beach Maintenance Advisory Committee meets to discuss beach maintenance issues, including a federal seaweed maintenance permit renewal and its implications for flood programs. The agenda also includes presentations on a sustainability plan, a capital investment plan for nourished beaches, and trash initiatives.

• Presentation on TAMUG’s Multimeter Probe at Seawolf Park
• Presentation on the Destination Sustainability Plan
• Discussion of Federal Seaweed Maintenance Permit Renewal and implications for the HOA/POA Extreme Inundation Program
• Update on the Nourished Beach 2021-2026 Capital Investment Plan
• Update on Trash Initiatives timeline and possible projects

One Time Event

The Stewart Beach Ad Hoc Committee meets to review previous meeting minutes and discuss options for enhancing Stewart Beach. The agenda includes public comments and standard procedural steps like roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion of options for enhancing Stewart Beach
• Approval of February 4, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed a proposed layout sketch for Stewart Beach and discussed various amenities and infrastructure options. No final decisions were made regarding the park's design or alcohol sales policies.

• Approved February 4, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park Board of Trustees

The Parks and Amenities Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees met via video conference to review meeting minutes and discuss several operational updates. Key discussions included a presentation on a multimeter probe at Seawolf Park, an update on park revenues and performance indicators, and potential new business opportunities for concessionaire partners. The committee also reviewed scheduling for park tours and received a second-quarter update on the East End Lagoon Task Force.

• Presentation on TAMUG's multimeter probe at Seawolf Park
• Update on park revenues and key performance indicators
• Discussion of new business opportunities for concessionaire partner program
• Second quarter update on East End Lagoon Task Force
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Committee

The Finance, Fiscal Affairs and Investment Advisory Committee meets to review the quarter ending December 31, 2021 Investment Reports for the City of Galveston and Galveston Industrial Development Corporation. The committee also reviews the 1st Quarter Budget Status Report and the draft FY 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The agenda includes procedural items such as approving previous minutes and discussing future meeting dates.

• Review of Q4 2021 Investment Reports for City of Galveston and Galveston Industrial Development Corporation
• Review of 1st Quarter Budget Status Report
• Review of draft FY 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting. Members also unanimously accepted the investment portfolio performance reports for the quarter ending December 31, 2021. The committee reviewed the first quarter budget status and the preliminary FY 2021 ACFR report.

• Approved October 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted investment quarter reports for period ending Dec 31, 2021 (unanimous)

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees held a special meeting to discuss real estate matters on Galveston and Pelican Island. The primary agenda item was approving the assignment of the Pier 21 Lease and Development Agreement from Mitchell Historic Properties, Inc. to Landry's, LLC. The board also considered approving a Seventh Amendment to this lease agreement.

• Approval of assignment of Pier 21 Lease from Mitchell Historic Properties, LLC to Landry's, LLC
• Approval of Seventh Amendment to Pier 21 Lease and Development Agreement
• Executive session on property purchase, exchange, or lease values on Galveston and Pelican Island

One Time Event

The Education Task Force of the Families Children & Youth Board meets to review ongoing programs like '1000 Books Before Kindergarten' and 'Born Learning Trails.' New business items include the City Health Dashboard and a proposal called 'Harambee for Galveston’s Youngest Citizens.' The agenda lists discussion topics rather than specific votes or budget approvals.

• Review of Teddy Bear Council
• Discussion of 1000 Books Before Kindergarten
• Update on Born Learning Trails
• New business: City Health Dashboard
• New business: Harambee for Galveston’s Youngest Citizens

Industrial Development Corporation

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation is scheduled to vote on funding for two park projects: $600,000 for improvements to Hooper Field and $5,500,000 for the Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex. The board will also review economic development forecasts, receive updates on current projects, and discuss the fiscal year 2022 budget and calendar.

• Resolution and grant agreement for $600,000 to improve Hooper Field (Parks Maintenance Package #4)
• Resolution and grant agreement for $5,500,000 for Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex improvements
• Update on IDC Economic Development Silo funding forecasts
• Review of FY22 IDC operating budget and open projects as of January 31, 2022
• Discussion of FY22 IDC meeting calendar

The Galveston Industrial Development Corporation approved funding for two major park projects. The board unanimously approved $600,000 for improvements to Hooper Field and $5.5 million for the Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex. The board also received updates on economic development funding and confirmed that December 2021 receipts were up 35% compared to the previous year.

• Approved $600,000 for Hooper Field improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $5.5 million for Sandhill Crane Soccer Complex improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved February 1, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for March 24, 2022 regarding Sandhill Crane project

Galveston Housing Authority

The Galveston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met to review consolidated financial statements for various housing projects and programs. The agenda included reports on development, housing, and resident services, followed by public comments and a closed executive session for legal consultation.

• Review of financial statements for Asset Management Projects including Oleander Homes/Palm Terrace and Gulf Breeze/Holland House
• Review of Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program finances
• Review of Disaster Housing Assistance Program (DHAP) – Ike finances
• Secretary’s report covering Development, Housing, and Resident Services
• Executive session for consultation with attorney per Texas Gov’t Code § 551.071

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board held a special meeting to discuss property matters on Galveston and Pelican Island. The primary public agenda item was approving the assignment of the Pier 21 Lease and Development Agreement from Mitchell Historic Properties, LLC to Landry's, LLC. The board also considered approving a Seventh Amendment to this lease agreement.

• Assignment of Pier 21 Lease from Mitchell Historic Properties, LLC to Landry's, LLC
• Approval of Seventh Amendment to Pier 21 Lease and Development Agreement
• Executive session on real estate matters on Galveston and Pelican Island

City Council

The Galveston City Council held a workshop to discuss proposed changes to downtown paid parking rates and amenities. A key item was an ordinance authorizing a rate of $2.25 per hour in the Downtown Paid Parking District and UTMB Parking Areas, including on Sundays. The council also reviewed 380 Economic Development Agreements and discussed the expiration of an ordinance allowing virtual meetings for city boards.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 34 to set paid parking rates at $2.25 per hour in Downtown and UTMB areas
• Proposal to enforce paid parking rates on Sundays in the Downtown Paid Parking District
• Discussion of 380 Economic Development Agreements
• Review of Ordinance No. 22-005 regarding virtual meetings for city boards, which expires March 1, 2022
• Discussion of downtown maintenance and amenities

City Council

The Galveston City Council will vote on several major infrastructure contracts, including a $15.4 million Advanced Metering Infrastructure project and a $1.5 million stormwater master plan. The agenda also includes a public hearing to amend land development regulations for private outdoor recreation and boathouses, as well as a budget amendment of $4.28 million to cover pay adjustments and fund carryovers.

• Public hearing on amending Land Development Regulations to add 'Recreation, Outdoor – Private' and 'Boathouse' definitions (22ZA-004)
• Ordinance designating 38th Street as a one-way street between Avenue R 1/2 and Avenue S
• FY 2022 Budget Amendment No. 1 increasing revenue and expenditure accounts by $4,281,382
• Contract with Badger Meter Inc. for Advanced Metering Infrastructure implementation in the amount of $15,425,902.78
• Professional services contract with Lockwood, Andrews & Newman, Inc. for the Stormwater Master Plan in the amount of $1,533,000

Employee Health Benefits Plan

The Board of Trustees for the City of Galveston Employee Health Benefits Plan meets virtually to review financial reports and projections for the 2021-2022 plan year. The board will receive a performance presentation from BlueCross BlueShield of Texas and discuss a specific appeal regarding denied healthcare coverage. Other items include approving previous minutes and discussing wellness initiative assessments.

• Review financial reports as of January 2022, including large claim cases
• Discuss financial projections for FY2021 and plan year 2022
• Receive plan performance presentation from BlueCross BlueShield of Texas
• Consider action on an appeal regarding denial of certain healthcare coverage
• Discuss Health Risk Assessments for the Wellness initiative

The Board of Trustees approved the reinstatement of Health Risk Assessment (HRA) requirements, including premium increases for non-compliance. The Board also upheld a denial of certain healthcare coverage and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from January 25, 2021 meeting (Unanimous)
• Upheld denial of certain healthcare coverage (Motion carried; Michael Loftin abstained)
• Approved reinstatement of Health Risk Assessment requirement with monthly premium increases of $873 and $397 for failure to meet annual deadline (Unanimous)

Galveston Firefighters' Pension Board

The Galveston Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees meets to review a special actuarial study report and discuss potential actions on contribution refunds and audit engagements. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as quorum determination, conflict of interest checks, and approval of previous minutes.

• Special Study Report presented by David Sawyer, Actuary with Definiti
• Discussion and possible action on Contribution Refund for Phuong Luu Nguyen
• Discussion and possible action on Engagement Letter for 2021 Financial Audit
• Review of Retirement Benefits for February 2022
• Review of Financial Statements & Transactions for January 2022

The Board approved retirement benefits for February 2022 and the January 2022 financial statements. A contribution refund request was approved, and the Board reviewed a progress report on a Special Study comparing police and fire retirement benefits.

• Approved contribution refund for Phuong Luu Nguyen (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 retirement benefits of $318,273.22 (unanimous)
• Approved January 2022 financial statements and transactions (unanimous)
• Approved January 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will discuss operational projects including an offshore breakwater near Dellanera RV Park and drainage for the Stewart Beach parking area. They will also consider approving construction awards, concession agreements for the 2022 season, and funding for tourism events like the July 4th celebration. Additionally, the board will review proposed by-law amendments and discuss options for terminating a contract with Jones Lang LaSalle.

• Presentation on planning assistance for an offshore breakwater off Dellanera RV Park
• Discussion on approving construction award for Stewart Beach Parking Area Drainage Project
• Consideration of terminating Jones Lang LaSalle contract for Stewart Beach PPP advisory services
• Approval of concessionaire agreements for the 2022 season
• Approval of special event funding for 2022 Motosurf Texas Cup

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Finance Committee meets to review standard financial documents, including expense reports, financial statements, and investment reports. The agenda consists primarily of consent items for accepting monthly financial analyses and vendor payment records. No specific new projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion.

• Review Board and Staff Expense Reports
• Review Financial Statements
• Accept Port Investments Report
• Review Bank Reconciliation and Restricted Fund Balances
• Review Monthly Delinquent Accounts Receivable Analysis

Galveston Wharves Board

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees meets to approve several contracts and leases, including a $7.7 million construction contract for a Pier 10 parking facility and a $3.1 million insurance renewal. The board also discusses transferring the Pier 21 lease from Mitchell Historic Properties to Landry's, LLC, and reviews a $559,686 erosion repair project at Pier 35-36. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal issues, real estate transactions, and economic development incentives.

• Construction contract for Pier 10 Development Parking Facility with David E Harvey Builders, Inc. not to exceed $7,679,555.84 plus $400,000 contingency
• Insurance policies renewal for March 1, 2022 to March 1, 2023 with total premium not to exceed $3,148,412
• Approval of Seventh Amendment to Pier 21 Lease and Development Agreement and assignment to Landry's, LLC
• Contract with CHS, Inc. for Pier 35-36 T-Head Storm Induced Erosion Work not to exceed $559,686.60
• Consulting agreement with Telaforce LLC for port security system integration not to exceed $1,202,000

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees will vote on approving construction for the Stewart Beach Parking Area Drainage Project and discuss options to terminate the Jones Lang LaSalle contract for Stewart Beach advisory services. The agenda also includes discussions on offshore breakwater planning near Dellanera RV Park, seasonal exemption changes for beach parks, and the selection of July 4th celebration activities.

• Vote on award for Stewart Beach Parking Area Drainage Project construction
• Discuss options to terminate Jones Lang LaSalle contract for Stewart Beach PPP advisory
• Presentation on offshore breakwater project off Dellanera RV Park
• Consent items: Replace 600-amp power service at Dellanera RV Park
• Consent items: Purchase mobile shade structures and beach patrol vehicles

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss the city's concession regulations. This was a staff-led review item rather than a vote or final decision. The meeting followed standard procedural steps including attendance and conflict of interest checks.

• Review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations (Staff)

The Commission recommended approval of a zoning change for the Lakeview portion of the Havre Lafitte neighborhood. Two other requests regarding a license to use city right-of-way and a planned unit development were deferred.

• Recommended approval of zoning change to Restricted Residential, Single-Family (R-0) for 1-19, 21-46 Lakeview Dr (5-1)
• Deferred license to use request for landscape and garage structures adjacent to 828 Postoffice / Avenue E to March 8 (6-0)
• Deferred Planned Unit Development request for mixed-use development at 1128 Seawall to March 8 (6-0)
• Approved February 8, 2022 minutes as written

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission is scheduled to discuss three land-use items: a zoning change for Lakeview Drive, a license for structures near Postoffice Street, and a planned unit development on Seawall. The agenda indicates that the license and PUD items are subject to deferral requests, while the zoning change is listed for review.

• Zoning change request 22P-006 for Lakeview Dr (Lots 1-19, 21-46) to Restricted Residential Single-Family (R-0)
• License request 22P-007 for landscape walls and parking garage foundation near 828 Postoffice/Avenue E
• Planned Unit Development request 21P-074 at 1128 Seawall for mixed-use multi-family and retail
• Deferral memos attached for items 22P-007 and 21P-074

The Commission recommended approval for a zoning change to designate part of the Havre Lafitte neighborhood as a Restricted Residential, Single-Family district. Two other requests regarding a license to use city right-of-way and a planned unit development were deferred.

• Recommended approval of zoning change to R-0 for 1-19, 21-46 Lakeview Dr (5-1)
• Deferred license to use request for 828 Postoffice / Avenue E to March 8 meeting (6-0)
• Deferred PUD overlay request for 1128 Seawall to March 8 meeting (6-0)
• Approved February 8, 2022 minutes

Tree Committee

The Galveston Tree Committee will meet virtually to discuss tree education updates, the Tree City USA 2021 status, and proposals from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The agenda includes a public comment period and a review of previous minutes.

• Tree Education Update presented by Nan Wilson
• Tree City USA 2021 Update presented by Nancy Greenfield
• TxDOT Proposals presented by Nancy Greenfield
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Galveston Parks & Recreation Advisory Board held a virtual meeting to review routine updates from staff. Discussions covered special events, recreation centers, the Lasker Community Pool, maintenance operations, and the Executive Director's report. The agenda included standard procedural items like approving minutes and allowing public comment.

• Update on Lasker Community Pool by Stormy Smith
• Update on Recreation Centers and Special Events by Megan Pierce
• Update on Maintenance Division by Daniel Thomas
• Executive Director Report by Barbara Sanderson
• Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Sister Cities Program Committee

The Galveston Sister Cities Program Committee held a virtual meeting on February 16, 2022. The agenda focused on procedural items like approving previous minutes and updating committee rules, alongside status updates on partnerships with cities in Japan, Mexico, Spain, Norway, Africa, and India. Specific tasks included scheduling a virtual meet-and-greet and a cleanup for the Niigata Garden.

• Updates on sister city relationships with Niigata, Veracruz, Macharaviaya, Stavanger, Africa, and India
• Planning for a virtual meet-and-greet event
• Scheduling a cleanup for the Niigata Garden
• Discussion of amendments to committee Rules and Policies

Park Board of Trustees

The Galveston Park Board of Trustees' Tourism Development Advisory Committee meets to review cruise passenger data and update the short-term rental compliance program. The committee will also consider funding for the 2022 MotoSurf Texas Cup and discuss options for an official holiday designation and alternatives to July 4th fireworks.

• Review of Zartico cruise passenger visualization
• Update on Short Term Rental Compliance Program
• Approval of incubator funding for 2022 MotoSurf Texas Cup
• Discussion of official holiday designation opportunities
• Recommendation for alternative to July 4th fireworks

Park Board of Trustees

The Workforce Development Committee of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees met to discuss tourism workforce initiatives. Presentations covered Certified Tourism Ambassador training for students and local employers, a strategic marketing plan, and educational tracks for hospitality courses at Ball High School. The committee also reviewed its 2021-2022 work plan and governance policies.

• Discussion on Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA) training for students at Ball High School, Galveston College, and Texas A&M Galveston
• Presentation on a Strategic Marketing Plan
• Review of educational track for Ball High School hospitality courses
• Update on VIP event for GISD high school and middle school principals and counselors
• Review of 2021-2022 Committee Work Plan

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Galveston Zoning Board of Adjustments meets to review a request for a variance to reduce the front yard setback for a single-family home at 4117 Isla Del Sol. The board also discusses the 2021 year-end report and approves minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance request 22Z-001 for 4117 Isla Del Sol to reduce front yard setback in R-1 district
• Applicant Jay Willow, Jerry Homes; Property Owner Nathan Novelli
• Discussion of 2021 Year-End Report by staff
• Approval of December 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a request to reduce the front yard setback for a single-family residential property at 4117 Isla Del Sol. The board also approved the meeting minutes from December 8, 2021.

• Denied variance to reduce front yard setback at 4117 Isla Del Sol (3-2)
• Approved December 8, 2021 minutes

One Time Event

The Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board held its monthly meeting on February 8, 2022. The agenda included a City Council update, reports from task forces on education, youth empowerment, health, and infrastructure, and updates from the Department of Parks and Recreation. The meeting also covered old business regarding a Lunch 'n Learn event and new business regarding the next meeting.

• City Council Update by Councilman William Schuster
• Task force reports on Education, Youth Empowerment, Health, and City Infrastructure
• Department of Parks and Recreation updates
• Discussion of the Juneteenth Legacy Project headquarters event

Planning Commission

The Galveston Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations. This was a discussion item presented by staff, not a final vote or decision. The meeting also included standard procedural steps such as calling the meeting to order, checking attendance, and reviewing conflicts of interest.

• Review of the City of Galveston’s Concession Regulations (Staff)

The Planning Commission approved four preliminary plat and replat requests, including consolidations for Shriners Hospital for Children and a subdivision in Pirates Beach. The Commission also recommended approval of a text amendment to add 'Recreation, Outdoor - Private' and 'Boathouse' definitions to the Land Development Regulations. A beachfront construction certificate for piling replacement at 4243 Spoonbill was approved after an initial motion to deny was withdrawn.

• Approved preliminary plat 22P-001 at 0 Marina Blvd. (6-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendment 21ZA-004 for 'Boathouse' definition (6-0)
• Approved beachfront certificate 21P-073 at 4243 Spoonbill (6-0)
• Public hearings opened for replats 22P-003, 22P-004, and 22P-005
• January 4, 2022 minutes accepted as written