Houston public meetings in 2023

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is reviewing several appointments to municipal boards and various service contracts. Items include approving utility infrastructure projects and purchasing equipment for the Houston Airport System and Police Department. The meeting also includes requests for bond counsel services.

• $2,350,000.00 purchase of V700 Body Worn Cameras for the Houston Police Department
• $4,132,568.51 contract with Texas Pride Utilities, LLC for wastewater collection system rehabilitation
• $3,759,617.90 contract with D. L. Elliott Enterprises, Inc for waterline rehab and replacement
• Appointment of Roderick O. Gibson as a full-time Municipal Court Judge
• $343,407.00 purchase of floor cleaning equipment for the Houston Airport System

Council authorized a $150M appropriation for the Terminal B Redevelopment at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The city also approved several infrastructure contracts, housing loans, and commercial waste franchises.

• Appropriated $150M for IAH Terminal B Redevelopment (Phase III)
• Approved $3.76M final contract for Waterline Rehab and Replacement
• Approved $4.13M final contract for Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation
• Approved $1.91M final contract for Council District Service Fund Projects #10
• Authorized $2.35M for HPD V700 body worn cameras
• Approved $1.93M agreement with Harris County for illegal dumping enforcement
• Approved $1.11M agreement with SEARCH Homeless Services
• Approved $1.78M loan for Bethune Empowerment Center Phase II

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council meeting includes discussions on various board appointments and budget approvals. The agenda features several infrastructure projects, including airport renovations and road construction funding. Additionally, the council will review proposals for affordable housing developments.

• $150,000,000 agreement with United Airlines at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• $5,405,143.79 contract with Harris County for Joint Run-Off Election Services
• $5,500,000 for the Texas Southern University Flight Academy at Ellington Airport
• Renaming River Oaks Park to Pumpkin Park at 3800 Locke Lane
• Affordable housing development at 5425 East Orem Drive

City Council approved several high-value construction contracts for airport renovations and citywide drainage. The council also confirmed multiple board appointments and approved the renaming of River Oaks Park to Pumpkin Park.

• Approved $22.6M contract for Citywide Concrete Panel Replacement Project #1
• Approved $17.8M for Wynnewood Acres Area Drainage and Paving Improvements
• Approved $17.9M for Magnolia Park Section 2 Area Drainage and Paving Improvements Phase 1B
• Approved $5.5M for TSU Flight Academy at Ellington Airport
• Approved $4.2M for HOU Restroom Renovations Phase 3 at Hobby Airport
• Approved $5.1M for HPD 1200 Travis Fire Smoke Damper Replacement Project
• Approved renaming of River Oaks Park to Pumpkin Park
• Adopted ordinance for Water Bill Relief (Ordinance 2023-1127)

Council Meeting

The council will review several amendments to Reinvestment Zone financing plans and infrastructure budgets. Proposed items include maintenance budgets for the Lake Conroe Dam, Lake Houston, and Luce Bayou projects. The agenda also includes police vehicle purchases and airport-related appropriations.

• $150 million appropriation for a memorandum of agreement with United Airlines at IAH
• Budget approvals for Lake Conroe Dam ($6,005,189), Lake Houston ($4,414,700), and Luce Bayou ($6,683,475)
• Purchase of Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Edge vehicles for HPD totaling $2,778,442.50
• Public hearing on a 30-foot wide utility corridor at Blackhawk Park
• $1,724,813.60 for aircraft engine parts and repair services for the Houston Police Department

City Council approved several land annexations, appointed members to the Clean City Commission and Music Advisory Board, and authorized millions in water and sewer infrastructure contracts. The council also removed fees for residents requesting new streetlights.

• Approved 2024 O&M budgets for Lake Conroe Dam ($6.0M), Lake Houston Facilities ($4.4M), and Luce Bayou System ($6.6M)
• Approved $4.9M contract with Redzone Robotics, Inc for sanitary sewer inspection and cleaning
• Approved purchase of HPD vehicles from Silsbee Ford Inc totaling $2.77M
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-1081 removing fees for residents to request new streetlights
• Confirmed 6 appointments to the Houston Clean City Commission and 7 to the Houston Music Advisory Board
• Approved annexations of territory in Montgomery County (14.29 acres) and Harris County
• Approved $1.7M for HPD aircraft engine parts and repair services from Precision Aviation, Inc
• Approved $302,386 for the purchase of 1 Hideaway Circle (Ordinance 2023-1089)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council meeting includes discussions on several municipal matters, including appointments to the Harrisburg Zone Board of Directors and the Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority. The agenda also features decisions regarding public works contracts, community development grants, and local ordinance amendments.

• Approval of $2,072,010.04 contract with Vortex Turnkey Solutions, LLC for wastewater system rehabilitation
• Awarding of $36,758,758.00 contract to Allied Universal Security Services for Houston Airport System security
• Authorization of $9,852,340.00 Construction Manager at Risk Contract for the Holcombe Lab Expansion Project
• Appointment or reappointment of seven individuals to the Board of Directors of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Twenty-Three
• Ordinance establishing election precincts and polling places for the December 9, 2023, General Runoff Election

The Houston City Council approved numerous contracts and ordinances, including agreements for the Fifth Ward Voluntary Relocation Fund and a $150 million appropriation for an agreement with United Airlines at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The council also adopted a new Citywide Truck Route Plan ordinance and confirmed appointments to the Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority board. Several items were tagged for further discussion, including a holiday schedule and a Southwest Houston Reinvestment Zone agreement.

• Approved $150M appropriation for United Airlines agreement at IAH (Item 43 noted as not received, but listed in agenda context)
• Approved $100k agreement with Houston Community Land Trust for Fifth Ward relocation (all aye)
• Approved $750k agreement with Family Service Center for Fifth Ward relocation (all aye)
• Adopted ordinance establishing Citywide Truck Route Plan (all aye)
• Approved $9.85M contract for Holcombe Lab Expansion (all aye)
• Approved $36.7M security guard contract for Houston Airport System (all aye)
• Confirmed appointments to Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority board (all aye)
• Approved $2.07M final contract amount for wastewater system rehabilitation (all aye)

Special Meeting

The City Council will officially tabulate the votes and declare the results of the General and Special Elections held on November 7, 2023. The council will also formally adopt approved amendments to the Houston City Charter.

• Ordinance to canvass the returns and declare official results of the November 7, 2023, General and Special Elections
• Ordinance adopting Charter Amendment A, allowing three or more Council Members to place items on a regular agenda
• Ordinance adopting Charter Amendment B, regarding proportional population-based voting in Councils of Governments

City Council adopted ordinances to certify the results of the November 7, 2023, General and Special Elections. The council also formally adopted amendments to the City Charter approved by voters.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-1012 tabulating and canvassing November 7 election returns (all aye)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-1013 declaring adoption of City Charter Amendments (all aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council will hold public hearings regarding several property annexations and updates to reinvestment zone plans. The agenda also includes decisions on various city appointments, infrastructure funding, and service contracts.

• Public hearings for amended project plans for Reinvestment Zones 7, 18, and 23
• Public hearings for four property annexation requests in Districts B, K, and E
• Approval of $5,735,828.00 for the Lake Livingston Project operations and maintenance
• Spending authority up to $3,424,311.46 for the purchase of grapple trucks
• Appropriation of $1,340,500.00 for a network replacement project

The Houston City Council held a two-day meeting on November 14-15, 2023, where they approved numerous infrastructure, technology, and service contracts. The Council also conducted several public hearings regarding reinvestment zones and city annexations. One item regarding a convention center hotel project was pulled from the agenda, and one interlocal agreement regarding a reinvestment zone was tagged for future consideration.

• Approved $3.4M purchase of grapple trucks (Motion 2023-0784)
• Approved $1.3M for fire training facility repairs (Ordinance 2023-0989)
• Approved $10.2M for roadway flood warning system (Ordinance 2023-0997)
• Approved $3.7M engineering contract for water plant (Ordinance 2023-1000)
• Approved $697,610 contract for forensic nursing services (Ordinance 2023-1007)
• Approved $450,000 for emergency school beacon repairs (Motion 2023-0785)
• Approved $95,000 legal settlement with Leona Piece (Ordinance 2023-0988)
• Tagged interlocal agreement for Southwest Houston Zone (Item 39)

Consolidated Session Meeting

The Houston City Council is reviewing several property annexation requests and various municipal contracts. The agenda also includes appointments to local boards and significant funding allocations for airport and public works projects.

• Public hearings for annexing property at N. Houston Rosslyn Road and Killough Street, Fort Bend Toll Road and McHard Road, and 3501 Anderson Road
• Ordinance appropriating $150,000,000.00 for a Memorandum of Agreement with United Airlines, Inc. at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• Payment of $1,895,221.14 to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for 2024 Public Health Service Fees
• Purchase of various pumps and related equipment for Houston Public Works totaling $2,822,851.74
• Ordinance authorizing a $1,500,000.00 contribution agreement with Latino Learning Center, Inc.

City Council approved various funding for drainage, paving, and waste services, and confirmed several board appointments. The council also closed multiple public hearings regarding city annexations and approved a $1.5M agreement with the Latino Learning Center, Inc.

• Approved $1.5M Contribution Agreement with Latino Learning Center, Inc.
• Approved $16.3M contract with Netsync Network Solutions for Amazon Web Services support
• Approved $6.4M waste services contract with Republic Services
• Approved $5.5M for Antoine Paving and Drainage via Gauge Engineering, LLC
• Approved $3.6M for sanitary sewer cleaning via TB Environmental, Inc
• Confirmed appointments to Reinvestment Zone 17 and Memorial City Redevelopment boards
• Confirmed Alexander E. M. Johnson as Chair of Independent Police Oversight Board
• Delayed Hermann Park Golf Course Concession Agreement for one week

Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several items including public works contracts for sidewalks and wastewater systems. The agenda also includes resolutions for affordable housing developments and ordinances regarding tax exemptions for historical sites.

• Sidewalk Program Work Authorization contract for $1,381,367.93
• Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation and Renewal contract for $2,266,989.47
• Increase of Microsoft Unified Support Services spending authority to $2,810,901.43
• Ad Valorem Tax Exemption for historical sites at 831 Arlington Street, 3229 Groveland Lane, and 1121 Key Street
• Appropriation of $520,000.00 for Houston Public Library equipment and technology

City Council approved several million dollars in contracts for wastewater rehabilitation, sidewalk programs, and park improvements. The council also confirmed appointments to the Houston First Corporation Board and approved various historical site tax exemptions.

• Approved $2.27M wastewater collection system contract with PM Construction & Rehab, LLC
• Approved $1.38M sidewalk program contract with JFT Construction, Inc
• Approved $7.19M paving and drainage contract for South Lockwood with Total Contracting Limited
• Confirmed reappointment of Ryan Martin, Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, Sofia Adrogué, and Jay S. Zeidman to Houston First Corporation Board
• Approved $2.35M electronic discovery software contract with CS Disco, Inc
• Approved $751,766 contract with B&D Contractors, Inc for Hobart Taylor Park
• Approved $65,000 settlement with Sandra L. Ortiz
• Adopted City of Houston Hazard Mitigation Plan

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including a $13,970,315.00 appropriation for affordable housing activities. The agenda also includes appointments to local boards and approvals for various municipal service contracts.

• $13,970,315.00 appropriation for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Affordable Housing Funds
• Purchase of 146,068 sq ft of land from The Buffalo Bayou Partnership
• $11,490,956.09 for equipment rentals and related services through HERC Rentals, Inc.
• Contract with The Women's Home to provide services to 500 individuals via CDBG funds
• $178,700.00 emergency purchase for temporary roofing at Houston Airport System

The Houston City Council held a regular meeting on October 24-25, 2023, where they approved various infrastructure, housing, and public safety contracts. The council also authorized fiscal year 2024 operating budgets for several redevelopment authorities and adopted amendments to the city's construction codes. Additionally, the council held public hearings regarding tax credit applications and set a future hearing date for a utility project in Blackhawk Park.

• Approved $11.49M equipment rental contract (Motion 2023-0714)
• Approved $11.26M water plant valve replacement contract (Ordinance 2023-0894)
• Approved $6.9M street and drainage rehabilitation contract (Ordinance 2023-0896)
• Approved $3.59M sanitary sewer cleaning contract (Ordinance 2023-0893)
• Approved $26.88M police records management system contract (Ordinance 2023-0905)
• Approved $13.97M for affordable housing activities (Ordinance 2023-0899)
• Adopted amendments to City of Houston Construction Code (Ordinance 2023-0907)
• Set Dec. 6 public hearing for Blackhawk Park utility corridor (Motion 2023-0717)

Council Meeting

The City Council is considering various appointments to the Planning Commission and Harris County-Houston Sports Authority. The agenda also includes several large-scale contract approvals for public safety, infrastructure, and community services.

• Approval of $26,883,011.34 for a new Records Management System for the Houston Police Department
• Contract award of $14,073,531.75 to DM Electrical and Construction L.L.C. for electrical services
• Approval of $5,020,920.00 for a new Chevy C3500 ambulance for the Houston Fire Department
• Contract approval for $4,553,351.25 for Kendall Neighborhood Library and Community Center restoration
• Reappointment of 11 members to the Planning Commission

City Council approved several high-value contracts for electrical services, emergency water inspections, and fire department ambulances. The council also confirmed appointments to the Planning Commission and the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board of Directors.

• Approved $14.07M electrical services contract to DM Electrical and Construction L.L.C. (all aye)
• Approved $5.02M ambulance purchase from Frazer, Ltd for Houston Fire Department (all aye)
• Approved $6.2M for emergency waterline inspection services to Middleton Brown, LLC (all aye)
• Approved $5.7M contract to JFT Construction, Inc for Sherwood Lane paving (all aye)
• Approved $2.35M plumbing services increase for American Mechanical Services of Houston LLC (all aye)
• Approved transfer of 4.5574 acres (Velasco Incinerator Site) to Houston Land Bank (all aye)
• Confirmed appointments to the Planning Commission and Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board (all aye)
• Approved $34.28M for industrial supplies from W.W. Grainger and Sid Tool Co. (all aye)

Council Meeting

The meeting will primarily focus on several ordinances and resolutions related to funding, contracts, and development projects. Notable items include approving the final contract amount with PM Construction & Rehab LLC and authorizing construction of Bissonnet Apartments.

• Approve final contract amount of $6,398,304.28 with PM Construction & Rehab, LLC for FY2020 Local Drainage Program
• Resolution allowing construction of Bissonnet Apartments at 12000 Bissonnet Street
• Amend agreement with SAP Public Services, Inc. for Enterprise Resource Planning System ($12,891,992.54)
• Authorize appropriation of $4,500,000 for Conductive Energy Devices and accessories for Houston Police Department
• Public hearing on annexation of territory into the City of Houston

City Council approved several high-value contracts for drainage, police equipment, and sewer services. The council also authorized funding for affordable housing at Bissonnet Apartments and deaccessed three statues from the city's civic art collection.

• Approved $6,398,304.28 final contract for Local Drainage Program (all aye)
• Approved $4.5M for HPD Conductive Energy Devices from Axon Enterprise, Inc. (all aye)
• Approved $12,891,992.54 contract amendment for SAP Public Services, Inc. (all aye)
• Approved $3,102,048.18 sewer cleaning contract to Equix Integrity Southeast, Inc. (Huffman, Knox no; balance aye)
• Approved $10,227,006.25 grant for Texas Nurse-Family Partnership Program (all aye)
• Approved deaccessing Spirit of Confederacy, Christopher Columbus, and Dick Dowling statues (all aye)
• Approved $2,631,265.01 contract with Harris County for Nov 7, 2023 election services (all aye)
• Approved 2023 contract with San Jacinto River Authority for Lake Conroe Dam (Martin no; balance aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including appointments, contract approvals, and ordinances. Notable actions include approving over $30 million in emergency waterline repair contracts, a $15.4 million construction contract for the police department's 1200 Travis parapet project, and several grant applications. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a tax credit application for Bissonnet Apartments and a resolution for a Lake Houston Dam spillway grant.

• Approve $15,362,000 construction contract to Tellepsen Builders for 1200 Travis Parapet Demolition and Reconstruction for Houston Police Department
• Approve emergency waterline repair contracts totaling over $30 million for Houston Public Works (items 17-27)
• Public hearing on Resolution of No Objection for 4% tax credit application of Bissonnet Apartments Limited Partnership
• Approve $2,488,000 appropriation for Oculus Media Content Production Services for Houston Airport System
• Approve $200,000 settlement with Tena Bowie for lawsuit

City Council authorized several emergency waterline repair and inspection contracts for Houston Public Works. The council also approved various board appointments, a $15.36M police construction project, and several redevelopment authority budgets.

• Approved emergency waterline repair contracts for Space City Environmental, Nerie Construction, Nerie Brothers Construction, St. Harlem Construction, and C&J Arsenal Construction (all aye)
• Approved emergency waterline inspection contracts for CST Connections, Reytec Construction Resources, Hydromax USA, Xylem Dewatering Solutions, and Lus Construction and Inspection Firm (all aye)
• Appropriated $15,362,000 for 1200 Travis Parapet Demolition and Reconstruction Project (all aye)
• Approved FY2024 Operating Budgets and 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plans for Main Street/Market Square, Greater Greenspoint, Memorial City, Upper Kirby, and Leland Woods zones (all aye)
• Approved $1.6M contract with First Response Family Clinic for HFD medical health screenings (all aye)
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report dated August 31, 2023 (all aye)
• Confirmed appointments to the Commission on Disabilities, Contract Compliance Commission, and various management districts (all aye)
• Selected Nerie Construction as bidder for FY2024 Drainage Rehab via drawing lots (all aye)

Council Meeting

Council approved the 2023 ad valorem tax rate and established the Fifth Ward Voluntary Relocation Fund with $5 million. The body also authorized several police equipment purchases and water/sewer infrastructure contracts. Multiple appointments to the Municipal Court and Forensic Science Center Board were confirmed.

• Adopted 2023 ad valorem tax rate of $0.519190/$100 (13-4)
• Appropriated $5 million for the Fifth Ward Voluntary Relocation Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $34.05M contract with DRC Emergency Services for debris removal (unanimous)
• Approved $2.44M for HPD in-car video systems (unanimous)
• Appropriated $2.68M and $1.8M for HPD equipment and body armor (unanimous)
• Approved $4.7M contract for sanitary sewer robotic inspection (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Darryl E. Scott as Full-Time Municipal Court Judge (unanimous)
• Adopted amendments to Chapter 42 regarding residential performance standards (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several items including budget approvals for redevelopment authorities and various infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding residential performance standards, parking, and historic building guidelines.

• Creation of the Fifth Ward Voluntary Relocation Fund with $5,000,000.00 appropriation
• Ordinance to approve a $34,049,368.00 debris removal contract for West Fork San Jacinto River and Lake Houston
• Appropriation of $3,832,800.00 for Houston Fire Department bunker gear and life safety equipment
• Contract award of $22,840,400.00 to Main Lane Industries Ltd for force main flow diversion
• Approval of $1,070,514.00 grant funds for Allies in Hope to provide housing services

Council approved a $22.8M contract for force main flow diversion and $3.8M for fire department safety equipment. Several redevelopment zone budgets for 2024 were adopted, and a $2.66M agreement for downtown bridge lighting was approved. Ordinances regarding multi-unit residential standards and a Fifth Ward relocation fund were tagged for further review.

• Awarded $22.8M contract to Main Lane Industries Ltd for Sagemont Lift Station project
• Appropriated $3.8M for Houston Fire Department bunker gear and life safety equipment
• Approved $2.66M for decorative lights on Southwest Freeway Bridges (balance aye, Huffman no)
• Approved $1.07M for Allies in Hope to provide homeless housing and services
• Approved $997,500 for a Mobile Radiation Detector System
• Adopted FY 2024 operating budgets for Reinvestment Zones 6, 9, and 15
• Approved $4.1M contract with General Motors LLC for automotive parts
• Tagged ordinances for residential performance standards and Fifth Ward Relocation Fund

Council Meeting

The City Council is considering a proposed property tax rate of $0.519190 per $100 of taxable value, which is lower than the previous year. The agenda also includes several large-scale infrastructure contracts for lift station construction, drainage rehabilitation, and sidewalk programs.

• Public hearing for a proposed property tax rate of $0.519190 per $100 of taxable value
• $26,781,754.34 contract for Fountain View Regional Lift Station construction and Westheimer No. 1 abandonment
• $8,800,000.00 contract award to DL Glover Utilities, LLC for drainage rehabilitation work orders
• Public hearing regarding rooftop sign exemptions for protected landmark buildings
• Approval of a loan agreement with Cityside Homes, LLC for affordable housing at 44 Dipping Lane and 1000 Patton Street

City Council approved several high-value infrastructure and technology contracts, including a $51.4M agreement for Cisco-branded IT equipment. The council also authorized millions for sewer cleaning, drainage rehabilitation, and fleet management lubricants.

• Approved $51,393,143.00 contract for Cisco-branded IT equipment (all aye)
• Approved $8,800,000.00 contract to DL Glover Utilities, LLC for drainage rehabilitation (all aye)
• Approved $4,403,079.74 contract to R & C Distributors for automotive lubricants (all aye)
• Approved $3,647,048.00 contract to Equix Integrity Southeast, Inc for sewer cleaning (all aye)
• Approved $26,781,754.34 final contract for Fountain View Regional Lift Station (all aye)
• Approved $2,326,970.65 final contract to Angel Brothers Enterprises, Ltd (Pollard no, balance aye)
• Approved $1,899,941.40 final contract to D G Medina Construction, LLC (Pollard no, balance aye)
• Set public hearing for September 27, 2023, regarding proposed tax rate of $0.519190 (all aye)

Consolidated Session Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances and contracts, including a major construction project for taxiways at William P. Hobby Airport. The session also includes approvals for various infrastructure improvements, medical supply purchases, and utility district expansions.

• $47,759,000.00 construction contract for FAA Non-Standard Taxiways Project at William P. Hobby Airport
• Purchase of four rear loader refuse trucks for $1,269,284.00
• $4,483,419.15 contract for design of a 72-inch water line across multiple locations
• Approval of medical, dental, and pharmaceutical supplies totaling over $27 million
• Addition of 63.3529 acres to Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 460

Council approved several infrastructure and public health contracts, including a major construction project at William P. Hobby Airport. Other actions included funding for water system improvements, new refuse trucks, and flu vaccines. One item regarding the Alief Neighborhood Center was delayed as it had not been received.

• Approved $47,759,000.00 contract to Flatiron Constructors, Inc for FAA Non-Standard Taxiways Project at William P. Hobby Airport
• Approved $1,269,284.00 for four rear loader refuse trucks from Kyrish Truck Center
• Approved $138,566.40 for influenza vaccines for seniors and youth from Sanofi Pasteur, Inc
• Approved $4,483,419.15 contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc for 72-inch water line design
• Approved $3,040,652.81 and $1,213,439.69 for Walnut Bend Lane Project with Westchase District
• Approved $1,280,100.00 for SIMS North Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements with LJA Engineering, Inc
• Approved $307,038.00 for Sagemont Community Center site grading and floor replacement
• Tabled ordinance for Alief Neighborhood Center work as item was not received

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council meeting includes discussions on airport improvement grants, several contract approvals for public works, and new ordinances for housing and health services. The agenda also covers the appropriation of funds for city vehicles and various technology purchases.

• Appropriation of $13,108,044.31 for IAH Skyway Automated People Mover maintenance
• Approval of $2,741,289.80 contract with JFT Construction, Inc for Council District Service Fund projects
• Ordinance authorizing a loan to Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD for 6168 South Loop East Apartments
• Purchase of Microsoft Unified Support Services not to exceed $2,345,840.00
• Appropriation of over $31 million for various City Department vehicles and equipment

City Council accepted the Monthly Financial Report dated July 31, 2023. The body also confirmed several board appointments and approved a construction contract for City Hall exterior waterproofing.

• Accepted Monthly Financial Report dated July 31, 2023 (all voting aye)
• Confirmed appointment of Craig A Garcia to General Appeals Board (all voting aye)
• Confirmed appointments/reappointments of Anna Vasquez, Jed Silverman, and Ellen R. Cohen to Houston Forensic Science Center Board of Directors (all voting aye)
• Approved Job Order Contract with Horizon International Group, LLC for City Hall Exterior Waterproofing (all voting aye)
• Delayed the minutes (all voting aye)
• Suspended rules to reorder Non-Agenda List of Speakers (all voting aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the re-adoption of care standards for Houston Parks & Recreation Department youth programs. The meeting also includes several appointments to various city boards and commissions, as well as approvals for various infrastructure and equipment contracts.

• Public hearing on re-adopting Standards of Care for Houston Parks & Recreation Youth Programs
• Purchase of 19 automated side-loading refuse trucks for $7,636,613.00
• Purchase of 52 hybrid electric Ford F-150 pickup trucks for $2,158,182.00
• Approval of $3,117,726.57 contract for FY17 Local Drainage Project work
• Approval of $3,538,795.42 contract for rehabilitation of water storage tanks

The City Council readopted the Standards of Care for the Houston Parks & Recreation Department Youth Recreation Programs. Mayor Turner also announced an additional $5M in ARPA funding for HPD overtime.

• Adopted minutes of April 11-12, 2023 (all voting aye)
• Approved procedural motion to adjust speaker list (all voting aye)
• Approved procedural motion to add Jeff Boutte to speaker list (all voting aye)
• Closed public hearing on Youth Recreation Program Standards of Care (all voting aye)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-0648 readopting Youth Recreation Program Standards of Care (all voting aye)

Special Meeting

City Council is considering an ordinance to order a special election on November 7, 2023. The election would ask voters if the City of Houston may remain in a Council of Governments or Metropolitan Planning Organization only if governing board votes are apportioned proportionately by population.

• Ordinance ordering a Special Election for November 7, 2023

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is considering several large-scale infrastructure contracts, including a $51 million water line project and multi-million dollar airport improvements. The agenda also includes numerous appointments to various municipal boards and the approval of several loan agreements for affordable housing.

• $51,219,486.99 contract for 72-inch water line construction from Emancipation to Tuam
• $22,872,725.00 for ARFF Station #81 Phase 2-4 replacement at William P. Hobby Airport
• $19,317,025.00 for IAH ARFF 92 replacement at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• $6,705,319.91 for noise mitigation improvements in North Hollow Subdivision
• $3,100,000.00 in forgivable loans for single-family developments in Southeast Houston

The City Council adopted the minutes from the April 4-5, 2023 meetings. The session primarily consisted of proclamations, public comments on various city issues, and a report from the Mayor regarding UNICEF recognition.

• Adopted minutes of April 4-5, 2023 (all voting aye, nays none)
• Approved suspension of rules to move five speakers to the top of the Non-Agenda List (all voting aye, nays none)
• Approved suspension of rules to move Edward Pettitt and Barbara Aksamit on the Non-Agenda List (all voting aye, nays none)
• Approved suspension of rules to add Joel Abramowitz to the Non-Agenda List (all voting aye, nays none)

Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several major infrastructure projects, including significant funding for renovations at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The agenda also includes a public hearing on designating sixteen landmarks or protected landmarks and various appointments to local management districts.

• Public hearing regarding the designation of sixteen Landmarks or Protected Landmarks
• $33,306,036.75 appropriation for construction management services at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• $5,799,328.00 appropriation for professional services at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• Approval of $15,057,385.59 final contract amount for the Northeast Quadrant Building
• Appointment and reappointments to the Boards of Directors for East End, Hobby Area, Southwest, and Spring Branch districts

City Council accepted the Monthly Operation and Financial Report and confirmed several appointments to district boards. The council also held a public hearing regarding the designation of sixteen Landmarks or Protected Landmarks before closing the hearing.

• Accepted Monthly Operation and Financial Report (all aye)
• Closed public hearing on sixteen Landmarks or Protected Landmarks (all aye)
• Confirmed 8 appointments/reappointments to East End District Board (all aye)
• Confirmed 7 appointments/reappointments to Hobby Area District Board (all aye)
• Confirmed 5 appointments/reappointments to Southwest Management District Board (all aye)
• Confirmed 6 appointments/reappointments to Spring Branch Management District Board (all aye)
• Adopted motion to delay minutes (all aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council meeting includes discussions on large-scale infrastructure contracts, including HVAC maintenance for city airports and water well construction. The agenda also features several ordinances regarding health services, technology upgrades, and municipal land designations.

• Contract for HVAC maintenance at IAH, Hobby, and Ellington Airports up to $26,305,634.75
• Emergency purchase of a Mobile Stroke Ambulance Unit for $902,944.80
• Contract for new/replacement water well (Southwest Well 13) for $5,029,000.00
• Agreement with Harris County for Substance Abuse Prevention Activities totaling $614,297.09
• Approval of final contract for sanitary sewer maintenance totaling $3,007,778.16

The City Council approved a residential permit parking area in the 1800 block of Portsmouth. Other actions were limited to procedural motions regarding the speaker list and the delay of meeting minutes.

• Approved residential permit parking area in the 1800 block of Portsmouth (All aye)
• Adopted motion to delay meeting minutes (All aye)
• Adopted Motion 2023-0486 to move Kelly Rosin to the bottom of the Agenda List of Speakers (All aye)
• Adopted Motion 2023-0487 to add Bill Littlejohn to the top of the Non-Agenda List of Speakers (All aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is reviewing several large-scale contracts for airport construction, wastewater rehabilitation, and sanitary sewer work. The agenda also includes approvals for emergency chemical purchases, grant applications, and vehicle appropriations for fire and waste departments.

• $18,215,372.94 contract for PMO Building at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• $5,010,945.25 contract for Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation and Renewal
• $3,604,895.60 contract for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation by Cured-In-Place Method
• $13,503,565.00 appropriation for Fire and Solid Waste Management Department vehicles
• Emergency purchase of chlorine not to exceed $125,000.00

City Council approved several final contracts for airport and wastewater infrastructure. The body also authorized emergency chemical purchases for public works and a grant for a workforce training center.

• Approved $18,215,372.94 final contract for Program Management Office Building at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (all aye)
• Approved $2,463,976.54 final contract for Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation with Repipe Construction, LLC (all aye)
• Approved $5,010,945.25 final contract for Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation with Portland Utilities Construction Company, LLC (all aye)
• Approved $3,604,895.60 final contract for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation with PM Construction & Rehab, LLC (all aye)
• Approved spending up to $125,000 for emergency chlorine purchase from DXI Industries, Inc (all aye)
• Approved spending up to $1,500,000 for emergency liquid ammonium sulfate from Chemtrade Chemicals US (all aye)
• Adopted resolution requesting waiver of Local Match requirements for Federal Off-System Bridge Program (all aye)
• Approved $790,416.00 loan agreement for rehabilitation of Workforce Training Center at 707 Lehman Street (all aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council meeting includes discussions on various municipal contracts, including police equipment, airport renovations, and fire station construction. The agenda also features appointments to local boards and several ordinances regarding zoning and city services.

• Final contract of $3,753,411.99 for restroom renovations at William P. Hobby Airport
• Final contract of $7,931,089.07 for the Fire Station 55 Replacement project
• Approval of $2,995,200.00 for illegal dumping debris removal services
• Purchase of a quadruped robot for Houston Police Department for up to $246,120.00
• Appointment of Larissa A. Lindsay to the Board of Directors of Reinvestment Zone Number Thirteen

The City Council approved the meeting minutes from March 28-29, 2023, and accepted the Monthly Operation and Financial Report. The session included several procedural motions to adjust the speaker list and the presentation of multiple community proclamations.

• Adopted minutes of March 28-29, 2023 (all voting aye)
• Approved motion to move Richard Wills to the top of the Agenda List of Speakers (all voting aye)
• Approved motion to move Emmanuel Thomas to the top of the Non-Agenda List of Speakers (all voting aye)
• Approved motion to move Chris Pratt to the bottom of the Non-Agenda List of Speakers (all voting aye)
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report (all voting aye, Council Member Kamin absent)

Council Meeting

The City Council is considering various funding appropriations for airport projects, public safety technology, and municipal services. The agenda includes several ordinances regarding contract renewals, infrastructure improvements, and community development funds.

• Appropriation of $26,552,500.00 for construction management at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• Appropriation of $10,750,000.00 for architectural and engineering design services at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• Purchase of Dell laptops for the Houston Police Department not to exceed $1,414,085.00
• Contract for maintenance, repair, and operating supplies with Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. up to $7,444,788.55
• Agreement with Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation for the Fifth Ward Technology Center rehabilitation

City Council approved several procurement contracts for police, fire, and television departments. The council also authorized funding for the Fifth Ward Technology Center and housing services for households affected by HIV/AIDS.

• Reappointed Adrian Patterson and Denise Castillo-Rhodes to the Municipal Employees Pension System Board of Trustees
• Approved sale of decommissioned firefighting gear to Guayaquil, Ecuador
• Approved $114,795.75 for Chevrolet Tahoes for the Fire Department
• Approved $1,414,085.00 for Dell Laptops for the Police Department
• Approved $896,636.82 for broadcast equipment for Houston Television (HTV)
• Approved issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Notes for Summerdale Apartments
• Authorized Community Development Block Grant Funds for the Fifth Ward Technology Center
• Authorized funds for The Montrose Center to provide housing and services for 265 households affected by HIV/AIDS

Consolidated Session Meeting

The Houston City Council is considering the Fiscal Year 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and various ordinances related to public health and infrastructure. The session includes discussions on emergency water line repairs, police equipment purchases, and new funding for opioid abatement.

• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Creation of an Opioid Abatement Fund to support the city's response to the opioid crisis
• $349,914.00 for a BearCat Armored Tactical Vehicle for the Houston Police Department
• $800,000.00 for emergency waterline repair and maintenance in Greater Northeast Houston
• $928,239.52 for replacing information booths at William P. Hobby Airport

The City Council conducted a public hearing regarding updates to Chapter 42 (Subdivisions, Developments and Platting) and Chapter 26, Article VIII (Off-Street Parking and Loading) of the City’s Code of Ordinances. No final vote on the updates was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved motion to delay the minutes
• Approved suspension of rules to add Jeff Boutte to the speaker list (Motion 2023-0416)
• Approved suspension of rules to add Stephen McGee and Micah Erfan to the speaker list (Motion 2023-0417)
• Closed the public hearing for updates to Chapter 42 and Chapter 26, Article VIII (Motion 2023-0418)
• Approved suspension of rules to add Larry McKenzie to the Agenda List of Speakers (Motion 2023-0419)
• Approved suspension of rules to add Margot Williams, Paul Jennings, Jasmine Lee and Caitlin Conner to the Non-Agenda List of Speakers (Motion 2023-0420)
• Approved suspension of rules to move Jennifer Edmondson, Becky Edmondson and Cindy Chapman in the speaker order (Motion 2023-0421)
• Approved suspension of rules to remain in session beyond the 12:00 noon recess (Motion 2023-0422)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council meeting includes a public hearing regarding tax abatement for the BLEX Exchange Reinvestment Zone. The agenda also features several recommendations for roadway rehabilitation, infrastructure maintenance, and various city service contracts.

• Public hearing for the designation of the BLEX Exchange Reinvestment Zone for tax abatement
• Roadway Rehabilitation Overlay Package #2 contract with GRAVA, LLC for $7,063,140.40
• Roadway Project FY2019 Rehabilitation Package #1 contract with GRAVA, LLC for $7,027,615.11
• Purchase of hybrid 1/2-ton pickup trucks for Houston Public Works for $1,106,345.00
• Settlement agreement with Aundre Howard and others for $200,000.00

The City Council adopted the minutes from the March 7-8, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of proclamations, procedural motions to adjust the speakers list, and a report from the Mayor regarding storm readiness and youth employment.

• Adopted minutes of March 7-8, 2023 (All voting aye)
• Approved suspension of rules to move Gracelynn Thompson and Aubrey Burch to top of Speakers List (All voting aye)
• Approved suspension of rules to move Paula Graves, Mike Disherger and Richard Mazzarino to Non-Agenda List (All voting aye)
• Approved suspension of rules to add Spencer Huck to Non-Agenda List (All voting aye)
• Approved suspension of rules to move Jacob Klementich on Speakers List (All voting aye)
• Approved suspension of rules to move Ed Pettit on Speakers List (All voting aye)

Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing the Annual Budgets for Fiscal Year 2024, which include provisions for future fund balance adjustments and updates to property tax revenue. The meeting also includes several ordinances regarding grant applications, service contracts, and infrastructure projects.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Budgets and related property tax revenue ratifications
• $28,508,208 payment for Houston Forensic Science Center, Inc. FY2024 operating expenses
• $18,356,274.34 final contract for 66-Inch Water Line along West Hardy Road
• $4,011,000 emergency water valve support for waterline repairs
• Pedestrian & Bike Bridge over Brays Bayou design and construction agreement with Harris County

The City Council approved multiple spending authorizations for airport equipment, public works upgrades, and waterline repair support. The council also adopted minutes from February and March 2023.

• Approved $200,771.19 for Houston Airport System forklifts (Associated Supply Company Inc)
• Approved $76,794.70 for Houston Airport System play equipment and refurbishment (Playtime LLC)
• Approved $225,000.00 for Houston Public Works communication system upgrade (Automation Nation, Inc)
• Approved $4,011,000.00 for Houston Public Works emergency water valve support (Hydromax USA, LLC)
• Approved $64,982.00 increase for heavy-duty cab and chassis trucks (Houston Freightliner, Inc)
• Adopted minutes of February 28 - March 1, 2023

Consolidated Session Meeting

The City Council is conducting a public hearing regarding the City Budgets for the period of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The meeting also includes a report from the City Controller on the current financial status of the city's funds.

• Public hearing on City Budgets for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024
• Change Order No. 6 for a 108-inch water line along Willis Street to Imperial Valley Drive ($3,386,134.97)
• Appropriation of $41,551,531.00 for airport parking operations and management services
• Contract award to Southern Tire Mart, LLC for fleet tire repair services ($2,060,690.00)
• Purchase of industrial fire/ship manifold prop for Houston Fire Department ($295,000.00)

City Council approved a change order for a 108-inch water line project and accepted final contracts for water purification and drainage work. The council also confirmed several appointments to the Food Insecurity, Parks, Business Opportunity, and Clean City boards. A public hearing on city budgets was held and subsequently closed.

• Approved $3,386,134.97 change order for 108-inch water line (Five Companies, LLC)
• Accepted $3,139,289.68 final contract for East Water Purification Plant improvements
• Accepted $2,477,012.70 final contract for FY2020 Local Drainage Program Contract #3
• Approved $295,000 purchase of fire training props for Houston Fire Department
• Approved $74,000 purchase of mapping and night vision systems for Houston Police Department
• Approved $24,216.60 purchase of a sewer camera for Houston Public Works
• Confirmed 11 appointments/reappointments to the Houston Food Insecurity Board
• Confirmed 20 appointments/reappointments to the Houston Parks Board LGC, Inc

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council meeting includes discussions on amending ordinances for Bring-Your-Own-Bottle establishments and approving several municipal contracts. The agenda also covers numerous appointments to various local boards and applications for state grant funding.

• Ordinance amending regulations for Bring-Your-Own-Bottle (BYOB) establishments
• Final contract approval of $4,828,552.26 for Barbara Bush Literacy Plaza - Phase II
• Emergency purchase of $838,520.00 for laboratory testing supplies for infectious diseases
• Approval of $2,509,476.00 for neighborhood park improvements via 50/50 Park Partners Initiative
• Grant applications to the Office of the Governor for various police department initiatives

The provided text is an agenda for the May 23, 2023, meeting. It lists proposed board appointments, contract approvals for infrastructure and health services, and several grant applications for the Houston Police Department. No final vote tallies or decision outcomes are recorded in this document.

Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing various municipal contracts, including large-scale water line and wastewater plant projects. The agenda also includes several grant agreements for HIV/AIDS housing assistance and public safety initiatives.

• Payment of $1,118,000.00 to Harris-Galveston Subsidence District for groundwater withdrawal fees
• Final contract of $18,923,382.45 to Ser Construction Partners, LLC for a 48-Inch Water Line near Fuqua & Forbes
• Final contract of $11,039,436.69 to Boyer, Inc for 69th Street Wastewater Treatment Plant electrical work
• Subrecipient agreement of $1,038,734.00 to Fundacion Latinoamericana de Accion Social, Inc for HIV/AIDS housing
• Subrecipient agreement of $1,977,248.00 to Bread of Life, Inc for HIV/AIDS rental and utility assistance

City Council approved the final contract amount and acceptance of work for a water line project and authorized multiple purchases for Houston Public Works. The council also approved groundwater withdrawal permit fees for the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District.

• Approved $18,923,382.45 final contract for 48-Inch Water Line along Fuqua & Forbes (All Aye)
• Approved $1,118,000.00 payment to Harris-Galveston Subsidence District for groundwater permit fees (All Aye)
• Approved $556,448.71 purchase of air compressors from Motion Industries (All Aye)
• Approved $265,380.00 purchase of aluminum pedestals and controllers from Consolidated Traffic Controls, Inc (All Aye)
• Approved $195,138.36 purchase of repair clamps from Ferguson Waterworks (All Aye)
• Approved $45,694.24 purchase of gate valves from Ferguson Waterworks (All Aye)
• Approved $31,390.80 purchase of fire hydrant extension kits from Abacus Quality System Services, Inc (All Aye)
• Approved $15,937.92 purchase of coupling compressions and tapping saddles from Ferguson Waterworks (All Aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is reviewing several large-scale public works contracts, including roadway rehabilitation and water system improvements. The agenda also includes mayoral appointments to various redevelopment boards and several ordinances related to land acquisitions for the Houston Public Library.

• Final contract approval of $17,680,312.12 with Boyer, Inc. for Chelford City Diversion Package No. 1
• Approval of $6,888,483.88 for FY2019 Roadway Rehabilitation Overlay Package #1
• Appointment of Donna McIntosh to the Board of Directors of Reinvestment Zone Number Five
• Agreement with DRC Emergency Services, LLC for dredging services totaling $29,000,000.00
• Land acquisition agreements for Houston Public Library in Washington Heights Subdivision

City Council approved several board appointments for reinvestment zones and redevelopment authorities. The council also accepted final contract work for wastewater and diversion projects and approved multiple purchasing agreements for fire and fleet equipment.

• Approved $17,680,312.12 final contract for Chelford City Diversion Package No. 1 (all aye)
• Approved $2,687,256.33 final contract for Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation and Renewal (all aye)
• Confirmed Donna McIntosh to Reinvestment Zone Number Five and Memorial-Heights Redevelopment Authority (all aye)
• Reappointed Jeffrey Nielsen to Reinvestment Zone Number Ten and Lake Houston Redevelopment Authority (all aye)
• Confirmed five appointments to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Twenty-Four (all aye)
• Approved $309,980.00 sole source purchase of Fire and Rescue Equipment from Advanced Rescue Systems (all aye)
• Approved $4,830,679.41 contract with Houston Freightliner, Inc for cab and chassis parts and repair (all aye)
• Approved $2,488,739.10 contracts with Westside Chevrolet, Inc and Classic Chevrolet Central for OEM parts and repair (all aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is reviewing several appointments to various boards and authorities. The agenda also includes approvals for federal disaster recovery funding, airport renovations, and multiple water and sewer maintenance contracts.

• Action Plan for Disaster Recovery 2021 Winter Storm application for $50,095,000.00
• $5,433,227.50 contract award to FMG Construction Group, LLC for Hobby Airport restroom renovations
• $5,166,494.41 contract with U.S. Bank National Association for fuel cards and fleet services
• Appointment of members to the Independent Police Oversight Board
• Approval of several sewer cleaning and inspection contracts with Specialized Maintenance Services, Inc.

City Council authorized a binding agreement with Texas Southern University for an Aviation Education Facility at Ellington Airport. The council also confirmed multiple appointments to city boards and approved a $5.1M fuel card contract.

• Approved Binding Memorandum of Agreement with Texas Southern University for Ellington Airport Aviation Education Facility (All aye)
• Approved $5,166,494.41 contract with U.S. Bank National Association for fuel cards (All aye)
• Confirmed 7 appointments to the Independent Police Oversight Board (All aye)
• Confirmed 6 appointments/reappointments to the Old Spanish Trail/Almeda Corridors Zone TIRZ No. 7 (All aye)
• Confirmed 6 appointments/reappointments to the Old Spanish Trail/Almeda Corridors Redevelopment Authority (All aye)
• Confirmed reappointment of Michael A. Roa to Reinvestment Zone Number One and St. George Place Redevelopment Authority (All aye)
• Confirmed appointment of J. Randall Powers to Reinvestment Zone Number Sixteen and Uptown Redevelopment Authority (All aye)
• Adopted DBE goals for DOT/FAA contracts for Oct 1, 2023 through Sept 30, 2025 (All aye)

Council Meeting

The Houston City Council is reviewing various items including wastewater plant improvements, fire department equipment purchases, and several federal and state grant applications. The agenda also includes approvals for housing developments and utility district creations.

• Approval of $11,724,296.20 contract for 69th Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
• Resolution for affordable rental housing construction at 2675 and 2604 Gray Street
• Appropriation of $3,970,075.00 for African American Library Envelope Restoration and HVAC Upgrade
• Approval of $7,408,260.00 contract with PepsiCo Foundation Inc for food services program
• Grant applications for Fire Prevention and Safety, Project Safe Neighborhoods, and Crime Gun Intelligence

City Council accepted final work and payment for wastewater treatment plant improvements. The body also approved several emergency and equipment purchases for the Fire Department and Public Works, and accepted the Monthly Financial Report.

• Approved $11,724,296.20 final contract for 69th Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements (Package 6)
• Approved $45,580.00 emergency purchase of fire hoses for Houston Fire Department
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $376,050.00 for Financial Reporting Solution Replacement Project
• Approved $376,050.00 for Vertosoft LLC subscription and consulting services
• Approved $50,001.84 for rescue equipment for Houston Fire Department
• Approved $49,900.00 for XplorIR Handheld Chemical Identifiers for Houston Fire Department
• Approved $67,608.40 for repair clamps for Houston Public Works
• Approved $114,763.76 for emergency transfer pump repair for Houston Public Works