Kemah public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council met in a special session to address the role of City Secretary. Council members voted to allow the City Administrator to execute a professional services agreement for these services for a period not to exceed six months.

• Authorized City Administrator to execute professional services agreement for City Secretary services for up to six months (unanimous)

City Council

City Council approved a new location and preliminary design for the Kemah boat ramp and authorized a sealed bid process for the sale of Reserve G of the Kemah Marketplace. The council also passed an ordinance prohibiting smoking and alcohol in a specific public park and approved several city policies.

• Approved new Kemah boat ramp location and preliminary design
• Authorized sealed bid process for sale of Reserve G Kemah Marketplace
• Approved first reading of ordinance prohibiting smoking and alcohol in a public park
• Approved variance for warehouse at 2329 Anders Ln (4-1)
• Tabled food truck park variance request at 706 6th St
• Approved $160,525 LIA Engineering Services Agreement for Evergreen Memorial
• Approved $25,000 KCDC MDR Retainer Agreement
• Approved updated Employee Drug and Alcohol Policy and Employee Longevity Policy

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting that included a closed executive session regarding pending litigation. No action was taken on the proposed items concerning the termination of a law firm or the reassignment of special counsel.

• No action taken on terminating Lewis Brisbois' role in city hall investigation
• No action taken on requesting reassignment of special counsel from Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool
• No action taken regarding assignment of future claims where TMLIRP provides defense

Kemah Community Development Corporation

The Board approved an engineering services agreement for the Evergreen Memorial Parkway Project and a retainer agreement for MDR. Members also voted to move KCDC funds into a Hilltop Securities Inc. account to maximize interest earnings. The agreement between KCDC and Ronald Richards was extended.

• Approved LJA Engineering Services Agreement 22-15091 for Evergreen Memorial Parkway Project not to exceed $160,525 (Unanimous)
• Approved MDR Retainer Agreement for Dec 1, 2023 through Nov 30, 2023 not to exceed $25,000
• Approved moving KCDC funds into Hilltop Securities Inc. account, maintaining $30,000 - $50,000 in operating checking
• Approved extension of agreement between KCDC and Ronald Richards
• Approved October 2022 Financials and meeting minutes from Jan 18, Feb 15, and Oct 18, 2022

City Council

The City Council decided to issue a request for qualifications for a new attorney while retaining current representation for up to 90 days. The Council also hired special counsel to communicate with law enforcement agencies and authorized the City Attorney to proceed with specific litigation matters.

• Approved sending out an RFQ for professional services for new attorney representation (3-1)
• Approved hiring Kyle Dickson with Murray Lobb to send a letter to law enforcement agencies (Unanimous)
• Authorized City Attorney to proceed with instructions regarding threatened or pending litigation (Unanimous)

City Council

The Kemah City Council will consider several action items, including approving a $925,000 expenditure for the KCDC to purchase Reserve G in Kemah Marketplace, a budget amendment for a park plan update, a smoking ban in a public park, and formally accepting Melba Lane as a public roadway. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a closed executive session for legal advice.

• First reading of a resolution approving KCDC expenditures up to $925,000 for purchase of Reserve G, Kemah Marketplace
• Budget amendment for KCDC to pay LJA $97,000 for updating the park plan
• Ordinance regulating smoking in a certain public park, with a Class C misdemeanor penalty
• Formal acceptance of Melba Lane as a public roadway
• Possible termination of contract with Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. effective February 3, 2023

The Council approved a new ordinance regulating smoking in a public park and authorized a partnership with the Boardwalk for special events. They also approved a $97,000 budget amendment for park plan updates and a mural grant project. A resolution regarding the purchase of Reserve G was tabled.

• Approved ordinance regulating smoking in a public park (Unanimous)
• Approved partnership with the Boardwalk for special events (4-1)
• Approved $97,000 budget amendment for LJA to update park plan (Unanimous)
• Approved BACODA Mural Grant Project and potential Mural Park at visitor's center (Unanimous)
• Terminated contract with Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. effective Feb 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year TCAP contract at 7.563 (Unanimous)
• Named Beverly Helms as primary and Terri Gale as alternate for Animal Services Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Tabled resolution for KCDC expenditures up to $925,000 for Reserve G purchase (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider two options regarding an investigation of the mayor: either withdraw prior authorization for outside counsel and instead request law enforcement investigation, or authorize the engagement letter for special counsel Olson & Olson while also requesting law enforcement investigation. This is a special meeting with only this action item plus pledges and adjournment.

• Consideration and possible action to withdraw prior authorization to hire outside counsel to investigate allegations against the mayor for improperly directing staff
• Alternative: authorize engagement letter for special counsel Olson & Olson to perform a previously authorized investigation under specific terms and conditions
• Council also to approve and direct staff to request that certain law enforcement agencies investigate the same allegations

The City Council voted to withdraw prior authorization to hire outside counsel to investigate allegations against the Mayor. Instead, the Council directed the City Attorney to file criminal complaints with several law enforcement agencies.

• Withdrew prior authorization to hire outside counsel for investigation (Unanimous)
• Instructed City Attorney to file criminal complaints with Galveston County District Attorney’s Office, Texas Rangers, State Attorney’s General’s Office, and the FBI (Unanimous)

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the Kemah City Council at a regularly scheduled Kemah Community Development Corporation meeting. No city council action will be taken; the notice is posted for compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Notice of potential quorum for KCDC meeting at 1401 Hwy 146

City Council

The Kemah City Council will consider multiple censure resolutions against council members for alleged misconduct, including grabbing a gavel and disparaging a veteran's service, and a public reprimand of the mayor for authorizing an amusement event without council approval. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, checks, and a preliminary plat for 1104 Winfield Ln, as well as a discussion on fire marshal services and trash service billing.

• Censure of Doug Meisinger for grabbing and throwing the meeting gavel in February 2022
• Censure of Darren Broadus, Teresa Vazquez-Evans, Isaac Saldaña, and Doug Meisinger for supporting a document disparaging Shelia Thorne's military service
• Censure of Robin Collins, Doug Meisinger, Isaac Saldaña, Darren Broadus, and Teresa Vazquez-Evans for dereliction of duties
• Public reprimand of Mayor Carl Joiner for authorizing an amusement event with a helicopter landing that led to FAA enforcement action
• Consideration of allegations against the mayor for directing police surveillance on a council member and threatening the city administrator

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation meeting scheduled for October 5, 2022, was cancelled. The notice of cancellation was posted on September 22, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022, and hold a public hearing on the Ad Valorem tax rate. The proposed tax rate is expected to increase by 10.49%, raising taxes on a $100,000 home by approximately $17.02.

• Adoption of FY 2022-2023 City of Kemah Budget
• Public hearing and adoption of Ad Valorem Tax Rate
• KCDC expenditures not to exceed $165,000 for Improvements on Harris Avenue Project
• LJA Engineering proposal not to exceed $285,800 for 57 Acre Nature Facility Project
• Adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss the tax rate for 2022–2023. This is the only item listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the 2022–2023 Tax Rate

City Council

This is a notice regarding a regularly scheduled meeting of the Kemah Community Development Corporation. No action can be taken by the Kemah City Council during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY 2022-2023 budget. Additional items include reconsideration of a censure resolution against Mayor Carl Joiner and several infrastructure and fund approval requests.

• Public Hearing for FY 2022-2023 Budget
• Reconsideration of the censure resolution against Mayor Carl Joiner
• KCDC expenditures for Harris Avenue Improvements not to exceed $165,000
• LJA Engineering proposal for 57 Acre Park Project not to exceed $285,800.00
• Acceptance of two TXDOT grants for the Kemah Police Department

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss the 2022-2023 Budget. This meeting allows residents to provide input on the city's proposed spending and financial plan.

• Public hearing on the 2022-2023 Budget

City Council

This notice is for a meeting where a quorum may or may not be in attendance. No action can be taken during this meeting as it is not a regularly scheduled session.

• Parliamentary Procedure Training

City Council

The City Council will discuss several administrative and regulatory items, including a resolution to censure the Mayor and new rules for motorized carts. The body is also considering noise ordinance enforcement and parking fee increases.

• Resolution Censuring Mayor Carl Joiner
• Ordinance regulating motorized carts (second reading)
• Increasing parking fees for the city parking lot on select holidays
• Variance request for 101 Ralph Gordy Avenue
• Adopting a Zero Tolerance Policy on Noise Ordinance violations

City Council

This document is a notice that a quorum of the Kemah City Council may be present at a Kemah Community Development Corporation meeting. The notice states that no action can be taken by the City Council during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will meet for a special session. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the Chief of Police and attorney-client privileged matters.

• Executive session regarding Personnel Matters (Chief of Police)
• Executive session for consultation with Attorney regarding Attorney-Client Privileged Matters

City Council

The Kemah City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation meeting scheduled for August 11, 2022, has been cancelled. This notice was posted by the City Secretary on August 10, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will consider setting a budget hearing date and proposing a tax rate. The meeting also includes discussions on road improvements, motorized cart regulations, and city code amendments.

• First reading of Harris Avenue Concrete Rehabilitation between 8th and 9th Streets awarded to Lucas Construction for $127,080.00
• Setting an official budget hearing date and proposing a tax rate
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 18 of the Code of Ordinances regarding technical codes and the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• First reading of an ordinance regulating motorized carts
• Discussion of FY 2022-2023 Budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss adopting new building codes, including electrical and swimming pool standards. The meeting also includes consideration of a new golf cart ordinance and updates to police department policies.

• Adoption of 2021 ICC series building codes, 2020 National Electrical Code, and 2021 ICC Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• Adoption of a city golf cart ordinance
• Updates to City policies regarding the Police Department
• Discussion on the process for sending warrants to Linebarger for collections

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation are holding a workshop to discuss updating city building codes. The discussion focuses on adopting the 2021 ICC series, the 2020 National Electrical Code, and the 2021 ICC Swimming Pool and Spa Code.

• Discussion on updating building codes to 2021 ICC series
• Discussion on adopting 2020 National Electrical Code
• Discussion on adopting 2021 ICC Swimming Pool and Spa Code with local amendments

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY 2022-2023 budget and a three-year Capital Improvement Plan. The Mayor will present plans for drainage and road projects, including the Anders Project and Evergreen Parkway.

• Budget amendment for Harris Avenue Concrete Rehabilitation Project awarded to Lucas Construction, not to exceed $165,000
• Proposed 3-year CIP including Anders Widening/Drainage/Detention
• Proposed funding for Evergreen Parkway ($500,000 in Year 1)
• Proposed funding for West Kemah Drainage ($100,000 annually for 3 years)
• Discussion of FY 2022-2023 Budget

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will meet for a special session. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss the Chief of Police and attorney-client privileged matters, followed by a potential action on those items in open session.

• Approval of July 21st checks totaling $122,519.09
• Executive session regarding Personnel Matters (Chief of Police)
• Executive session for consultation with attorney on privileged matters
• Payment of $53,574.43 for election expenses to the County of Galveston
• Payment of $8,920.00 to MM Garcia Consulting for fire marshal services

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY 2022-2023 budget and a three-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The meeting includes a presentation on a balanced budget with no new taxes and a potential budget amendment for a concrete project.

• Possible approval of a budget amendment for the Harris Avenue Concrete Rehabilitation Project awarded to Lucas Construction, not to exceed $165,000
• Presentation of a three-year CIP including Anders Project Widening/Drainage/Detention, Evergreen Parkway, and West Kemah Drainage
• Discussion of the FY 2022-2023 Budget

City Council

The City Council will consider a residential subdivision variance for 801 Kipp Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions on a golf cart ordinance, street rehabilitation, and various municipal administrative updates.

• Public hearing and possible action on variance requests for 801 Kipp Avenue
• First reading of the Harris Avenue Concrete Rehabilitation between 8th and 9th Street
• Discussion regarding a golf cart ordinance
• Interlocal agreement for paving and widening of Anders Ln
• Approval of the final plat for 707 Miller Avenue

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 30-day preliminary report regarding an evaluation of City Hall operations. The analysis includes assessments of employee duties, qualifications, and municipal service efficacy.

• Discussion: City Hall Utility Evaluation and Analysis Preliminary Report

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding variance applications for a three-lot residential subdivision at 801 Kipp Avenue. The requested variances involve changes to lot width, lot area, and setback requirements.

• Variance to decrease minimum lot width from 60 ft. to 43.33 ft.
• Variance to decrease minimum lot area from 6,000 sq. ft. to 2,169 sq. ft.
• Variance to reduce front-yard setback from 25 ft. to 5 ft.
• Variance to allow a 5-ft interior lot setback instead of the required 10 ft.

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will meet for a budget workshop. The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the FY 2022-2023 Budget.

• Discussion of FY 2022-2023 Budget

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will meet to discuss local ordinances, infrastructure projects, and administrative appointments. Key items include a proposed change to fence regulations and the adoption of a hazard mitigation plan.

• Proposed amendment to Ordinance 1201 regarding front yard fence heights and definitions
• Final reading for Harris Avenue concrete rehabilitation between 8th and 9th Street awarded to Lucas Construction
• Proposed pay rate change for Municipal Court Associate Judge from $400 per month to $175 per hour
• Adoption of the Galveston County Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan via resolution 2022-09
• Interlocal agreement with KCDC for joint funding to widen Anders Lane

City Council

The City Council will meet to elect a Mayor Pro Tempore pursuant to Texas Government Code. The council will also hold a discussion regarding the FY 2022-2023 Budget.

• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Discussion of FY 2022-2023 Budget

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution and order to canvass the returns and declare the results of the second special election held on June 18, 2022. This emergency agenda item was added to resolve a tie from the May 7, 2022, election for City Council Position 2.

• Canvassing and declaring results of the June 18, 2022, second special election
• Election results for Council Position 2: Darren Broadus (187 votes) and Jeff Thompson (140 votes)

City Council

The Traffic Safety Committee is meeting at Kemah City Hall. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council or the Kemah Community Development Corporation, and no action can be taken by those bodies.

City Council

The scheduled Traffic Safety Committee meeting has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance regulating fences for residential lots adjacent to the Galveston Bay shoreline. The body is also deciding on a contract for concrete rehabilitation on Harris Avenue and the creation of a police emergency response team.

• Ordinance 1201 regarding residential fencing for lots adjacent to Galveston Bay
• Contract award for Harris Avenue Concrete Rehabilitation between 8th and 9th Street
• LJA Assignment Letter not to exceed $5,000
• Creation and funding for a Kemah Police Department Emergency Response Team
• Setback variance requests for 625 Hwy 146, 700 Kipp Ave, and 603 Bradford Ave

City Council

This was a special meeting notice posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. The document states that no action can be taken by the Kemah City Council during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will consider creating a road and drainage advisory committee and amending ordinances regarding short-term rentals and outdoor lighting. The body will also discuss strategic planning and the city parking lot.

• Proposed creation of a Kemah road and drainage advisory committee
• Possible amendment to the STR Ordinance to remove Provisional License verbiage
• First reading of the Flood Light/Outdoor Lighting Ordinance for residential properties
• Appointment of Mayor Joiner and Chief Holland Jones to the Emergency Services Board
• Approval of the Procurement Policy and checks for May 27, 2022

City Council

The City Council will declare the results of the May 7 general election and determine if a runoff is necessary for councilmember Position 2. The body will also consider regulations for outdoor lighting and review routine variances and budget deadlines.

• Canvassing of May 7, 2022 General Election returns
• Potential runoff election for councilmember Position 2
• Variances for 700 Kipp Ave. and 801 Kipp Ave.
• Resolution 2022-05 establishing a No Wake Zone for Texas Outlaw Challenge
• Approval of 2023 Budget Deadlines

City Council

The City Council will consider several administrative and public safety items. Discussion topics include police body cameras, life insurance for officers, and potential changes to parking fees.

• Approval of the Avalon Kemah Final Plat
• Raising life insurance for officers killed on duty
• Purchase of additional Body Worn Cameras (BWC) and Tasers
• New allotted times, fees, and schedules for parking
• City of Kemah Electricity TCAP Contract

City Council

The City Council is holding a candidate forum at 604 Bradford Ave. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and no action can be taken by the Council.

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will meet to consider changes to right of way access line rates and the process for employee raises. The body will also discuss the creation of a boat ramp committee and updates to city check signing authority.

• Increase of right of way access line rates
• Creation of a boat ramp committee including Councilman Saldaña, David Weahlen, and Lloyd Thornton
• Establishment of a process for employee raises
• Adding Mayor, City Secretary, and City Administrator as signers for city checks
• Executive session to hear complaints against Police Chief Holland Jones

City Council

The Kemah City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will hold a workshop to conduct a mid-year review of the FY 2021-2022 budget. The meeting includes an invitation for public comments directed to the full Council.

• Mid-Year Review of FY 2021-2022 Budget

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to regulate and register short-term rentals. Other items include a tobacco enforcement contract for the police department and various plat approvals.

• Ordinance No. 1198 regarding short-term rental regulations and registration
• Interlocal cooperation contract for the Tobacco Enforcement Program (TEP)
• Creation of a separate bank account for Kemah Police Department grant funding
• Final Plat for 1004 Lewis Dr – Anding Addition
• Preliminary Plat for 707 Miller Ave. – Austin Gardens

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed executive meeting to consult with an attorney regarding the City Hall Expansion Project. Following this consultation, the Council will consider and take any necessary actions.

• Executive session consultation regarding City Hall Expansion Project

City Council

The City Council will consider economic development negotiations for a high-rise on 7th Street and Harris Street. The body is also reviewing police pay rates for Community Center extra jobs and various plat approvals.

• Preliminary replat for William’s Retreat at 2035 & 2107 Park Ave
• Preliminary plat for Anding Addition at 1004 Lewis Dr.
• Variance request for 801 Kipp Ave.
• Pay increase for officers working Community Center extra jobs
• Economic development negotiations for High Rise on 7th Street and Harris Street

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will meet to discuss financial transfers, personnel changes for the Emergency Services Board, and the administrative structure of the Fire Marshal's Office. The body will also consider a new part-time administrative position and a preliminary plat for a business park.

• Authorization to transfer $758,519 from the Capital Projects fund originating from KCDC
• Approval of the Preliminary Plat for Gordy Business Park Section Two: Avalon Kemah
• Proposal to place the Fire Marshal’s Office under the leadership of the Police Department
• Approval of the Fire Marshal contract
• Removal of Walter Gant from the Emergency Services Board and replacement with Holland Jones

City Council

This is not a regularly scheduled meeting of the Kemah City Council. The notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act in case city business is discussed. No action can be taken during this meeting.

• Notice of potential quorum for February 28, 2022

City Council

The City Council will consider several municipal updates including new food truck regulations and emergency management transfers. Discussion items include city hall visitor policies, impact fees, and a request to lift a stop work order on Fay Rd.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 50 regarding 'Food Truck Park' and 'Mobile Food Unit' definitions
• $25,000 for engineering services for the redesign of Anders Ln.
• Transfer of emergency management duties to the Police Department
• Proposal to add one part-time police officer to reduce overtime
• Request to lift a Stop Work Order at 1306 Fay Rd.

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading for the FY 2020-2021 budget amendment and an ordinance regarding KCDC fund refunds. Discussion includes road widening and drainage estimates for Anders Ln, as well as potential financial incentives for high-rise development.

• Approval of the Quarter 1 FY 2022 Investment Report
• Approval of the Final Plat for Kemah Residences
• Second reading of a budget amendment for FY 2020-2021
• Ordinance regarding KCDC advanced fund refunds after project completion
• Contract extension for Chief Holland Jones

City Council

The City Council and Kemah Public Facilities Corporation will meet for a special session. The meeting includes an executive session to deliberate on the employment and duties of City Administrator Walter Gant.

• Executive session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, and dismissal of City Administrator Walter Gant

City Council

The City Council will consider funding and engineering for the Anders Lane widening and drainage project. The body is also deciding on the adoption of several 2018 International Building Codes and a potential emergency service building.

• Repurposing $373,691 for Anders Rd. engineering (up to $208,691) and a Public Works Gradall (up to $125,000 plus $40,000 previously approved)
• Adoption of 2018 International Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire, Energy Conservation, Fuel Gas, Performance, Property Maintenance, Existing Building, and Residential codes
• Approval of 2020 National Electric Code
• Proposed amendment to City Parking Ordinance regarding Hotel and Apartment parking spaces
• Variance request for 1306 Fay Rd.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider and possibly take action on a final plat approval. This is the only substantive item listed for the special meeting.

• Approval of the final plat for Kemah Crossing Section 1

City Council

The City Council will consider the allocation of $1.3 million in unidentified Capital Improvement Project funds and discuss several infrastructure contracts. The meeting also includes reviews of KCDC fund distribution and potential real estate transactions.

• Consideration of $1.3 million in unidentified funds in the CIP account
• LJA contract for widening and drainage on Anders Ln
• Variance requests for 504 7th St and 700 Kipp Ave
• Proposed voiding of Visitor’s Center contract to create a Police Sub-Station
• Purchase, exchange, or lease of 1.3305 acre tract at Kemah Market Place