Lake Jackson public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss potential future bond projects covering road repair, thoroughfare sidewalks, facilities, and drainage. No votes are expected as this is a discussion-only workshop.

• Workshop discussion on future bond projects for road repair, thoroughfare sidewalks, facilities, and drainage

Traffic Commission

The Lake Jackson Traffic Commission will discuss adding signage near the intersection of Holly and Huisache and U-turn issues at Sandalwood and Oyster Creek Drive. Staff will provide updates on recently installed traffic light cameras and Safe Streets grants. The commission will also review accident reports.

• Discuss and consider adding signage near Holly and Huisache
• Discuss and consider U-turn issues at Sandalwood and Oyster Creek Drive
• Staff update on recently installed traffic light cameras
• Staff update on Safe Streets grants
• Review of accident reports by Lt. Cromeenes

The Lake Jackson Traffic Commission approved placing traffic counters on each side of Holly and Huisache to gather data for the January meeting. They also discussed replacing a missing no U-turn sign at Sandalwood and Oyster Creek Drive, which has been done, and adding lane guidance markings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved placing traffic counters on each side of Holly and Huisache (all present voted aye)
• Replaced missing no U-turn sign at Sandalwood and Oyster Creek Drive
• Directed staff to paint median end yellow at Sandalwood and Oyster Creek Drive
• Requested staff to check traffic light status near Oyster Creek

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Committee may hold a quorum at the Keep Texas Beautiful Houston Area Regional Training on December 3, 2024. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is solely for training purposes.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct administrative and final reviews of site and landscape plan amendments. The body is deciding on updates for existing properties and new commercial and municipal developments.

• Site and landscape plan amendments for Hope Fellowship Church at 200 Lake Road
• Replat of Vighneshwer Subdivision (Staybridge Suites) and site/landscape plan amendments at 981 FM 2004
• Site and landscape plans for Elite Crossing Commercial Development at 106 Center Way
• Site plan and landscape plan amendment for Lake Jackson Animal Control Facility at 131 Canna Lane

City Council

The City Council will discuss the contract closeout and potential liquidated damages for the Downtown Revitalization Phase 3 project. They will also consider a resolution to increase building permit and Fire Marshal fees, decide whether to participate in the Kroger Opioid Settlement Agreement, and hold a first reading on an ordinance to shorten the Willow Drive school zone. The consent agenda includes final approval of a cat-at-large ordinance and awarding a sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract.

• Discussion and presentation on contract closeout and liquidated damages for Downtown Revitalization Phase 3
• Resolution No. 967 to increase building permit and Fire Marshal fees
• Consideration of joining the Kroger Opioid Settlement Agreement
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2293 to reduce the length of the Willow Drive school zone
• Award of contract for sanitary sewer rehabilitation from Lift Station No. 23 to Lift Station No. 24

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The commission will review completed fall events and plan for upcoming winter activities. The meeting includes reports on landscaping projects and areas of responsibility.

• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Review of Shredding with Texas Gulf Bank and E-WASTE Recycling with KBCBA
• Planning for Festival of Lights on 11/23/2024
• Planning for Keep Texas Beautiful Regional Training on 12/3/2024
• Planning for A Night at Hogwarts on 12/14/2024

Library Board

The Lake Jackson Library Board will hold a regular meeting on November 19, 2024. The agenda includes reorganizing the board by selecting a chair and secretary, and receiving updates on the approved Fiscal Year 2025 budget and requested items. Reports from branch librarian, library director, and city staff will also be presented.

• Reorganize board and elect chair and secretary
• Approve minutes from February 20, 2024 meeting
• Updates on approved FY2025 budget and requested items
• Reports: Lake Jackson programs, county program, city staff updates
• Set next meeting date

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent agenda items including contracts for parks mowing ($120,248), wood grinding ($120,000), and Hurricane Beryl disaster consulting ($250,813). The regular agenda includes a first reading of an ordinance to prevent cats from running at large and discussion of a school zone change on Willow Drive. Also on the agenda are the Fire Marshal fee schedule and setting a December financial workshop.

• Contract with Parra & Company for rehabilitation of asphalt pavement in Sleepy Hollow, Willenberg Street, and Balsam Street for $310,900
• Task order to DCMC for Hurricane Beryl disaster consulting and grant administration not to exceed $250,813
• First reading of Ordinance 2292 amending animal code to prevent cats from running at large
• Contract with Yellowstone Landscape for Parks Mowing Group 5 not to exceed $120,248
• Discuss shortening school zone on Willow Drive from Buttercup Street to Pansy Path

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will discuss school zone and crossing improvements at Brazosport Christian School on Willow Drive. Staff will update on Safe Streets Grants and TDECU Space City traffic plans. Accident reports will also be reviewed.

• Discuss school zone and school crossings at Brazosport Christian School on Willow Drive
• Update on Safe Streets Grants
• Update on TDECU Space City traffic plans
• Review of accident reports

Youth Advisory Commission

The Lake Jackson Youth Advisory Commission will meet to discuss its role in the upcoming Festival of Lights and review the recent Boo Bash event. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, visitor comments, liaisons updates, items of community interest, and future meeting dates. No binding votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Boo Bash post-event evaluation
• Discussion of YAC's role in Festival of Lights
• Liaisons update
• Items of community interest
• Future meeting dates discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and take final action on multiple replats, plat amendments, site plan amendments, and landscape plan amendments. Items include replats for two churches, a new TDECU banking facility, an apartment complex at Lakewood Manor, and the SPCA facility. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and visitor comments.

• Replat of Hope Fellowship Church (10 acres, 200 Lake Road) and New Hope Church (3.451 acres, 333 FM 2004)
• Plat amendment and site/landscape plan amendments for new TDECU (Space City Financial) Banking Facility at 80 Oak Drive
• Site plan and alternate landscape plan amendments for The Residences at Lakewood Manor at Huisache St, Pecan Lane and Fern Court
• Alternate site plan and landscape plan amendments for the SPCA Facility at 141 Canna Lane

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a second reading of Ordinance 2291 to rezone a 3.45-acre property at 333 FM 2004 from B-1 Neighborhood Business to B-3 Institutional for New Hope Church. Other consent items include approving a $242,259 state grant for police vehicle barricades, purchasing barricades for $181,666, and adopting a social media policy banning TikTok on city devices. Regular agenda items include discussing amendments to Chapter 10 of the city code to prevent cats from running at large, and a proposed interlocal agreement with Brazoria County for road paving and drainage.

• Rezone 333 FM 2004 (Family Fitness Tract) to B-3 Institutional for New Hope Church (Ordinance 2291, second reading)
• Approve $242,259 grant from the Office of the Governor for vehicle barricades for the Police Department
• Authorize $181,666 purchase of barrier equipment from Meridian Rapid Defense Group Sales LLC
• Ratify $78,500 emergency repair payment to ICS Contractors for Water and Wastewater facilities
• Adopt social media policy prohibiting TikTok on city-owned devices (per S.B. 1893)

City Council

The Lake Jackson City Council holds a regular session to consider several items, including a rezoning ordinance for a church site, grants for safety and police equipment, and a contract for bridge repairs. The consent agenda includes approvals for a new fire department vehicle and a grant-funded comprehensive safety action plan. Discussion items cover stray cats, downtown trash cans, code compliance software, and a possible termination of an agreement with CNG Energy Partners.

• Approve purchase of 2024 Ram 1500 for Fire Dept, not exceeding $60,000
• Approve $23,000 contract amendment for Old Angleton Road Bridge repair (total $49,800)
• Accept $280,000 SS4A grant (with $70,000 match) for Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Accept $242,259 grant for police vehicle barricades and barriers
• Second reading of Ordinance 2290 to rezone 3 acres at 200 Lake Road (Hope Fellowship Church) to B-1A Professional Offices

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive reports on landscaping projects and board membership, and discuss a donation of a Charlie Chipper costume to the local museum. The agenda also includes updates on several upcoming community events such as a shredding day, Boo Bash, electronics recycling, and Festival of Lights. No major decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Donation of Charlie Chipper costume to LJHA Museum
• Update on Cigarette Litter Prevention Program and Trash Can Grants
• Upcoming events: Shredding with Texas Gulf Bank (10/19), Boo Bash (10/26), Electronics Recycling (11/9)
• Discussion of KLJB workdays

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will meet to discuss and take action regarding a Boo Bash booth. The commission will also evaluate a YAC social and discuss future meeting dates.

• Action on Boo Bash booth
• YAC social evaluation
• Future meeting dates

Parks & Recreation

The Lake Jackson Parks & Recreation Board will discuss installing new playground equipment at Fireman’s Park and Captain Terry Park, and review damage and cleanup from a recent hurricane. The board will also hear reports from the recreation, parks, civic center, youth advisory commission, and golf course divisions. No votes on these items are listed; the agenda indicates discussion only.

• Discuss new playground equipment at Fireman’s & Captain Terry Parks
• Discuss hurricane damage & cleanup
• Director's update covering recreation, parks, civic center, youth advisory commission, and golf course
• Items of community interest and future meeting dates

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the June 13th minutes unanimously. They discussed new playground equipment designs for Captain Terry and Fireman's Parks, and reviewed hurricane damage and cleanup from Hurricane Beryl. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• Approved June 13th Parks Board minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lake Jackson City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings for two rezoning requests: a 3-acre portion at 200 Lake Road from B-3 Institutional to B-1A Professional Offices, and 3.451 acres at 333 FM 2004 from B-1 Neighborhood Business to B-3 Institutional. The consent agenda includes approvals of large equipment purchases totaling over $1.6 million for street sweeper, trucks, patrol vehicles, and other items, as well as contract extensions and a grant donation agreement for generators. Regular agenda items also discuss fencing of a drainage easement stray cats, and building permit fee increases.

• Public hearing and first reading to rezone 3 acres at 200 Lake Road (Hope Fellowship Church) to B-1A Professional Offices
• Public hearing and first reading to rezone 3.451 acres at 333 FM 2004 (New Hope Church) to B-3 Institutional
• Approve equipment purchases totaling $1,640,711.48: street sweeper ($348,777), patch truck and flatbeds ($754,613), vehicles ($469,672.50), skid steer ($67,648.98)
• Approve $300,000 for four PD patrol vehicles with upfitting
• Discuss and consider building permit fee increases

Planning Commission

The Lake Jackson Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: a 3-acre portion of the Hope Fellowship Church site at 200 Lake Road from B-3 (Institutional) to B-1A (Professional Offices), and the 3.591-acre Family Fitness Tract at 333 FM 2004 from B-1 (Neighborhood Business) to B-3 (Institutional) for a new church. The commission will also review a plat amendment for a lot at 108 Huisache and administrative approvals for a new TDECU banking facility at 80 Oak Drive, including site and landscape plan amendments.

• Public hearing to rezone 3-acre portion of Hope Fellowship Church site at 200 Lake Road to professional offices
• Public hearing to rezone 3.591-acre Family Fitness Tract at 333 FM 2004 to institutional use for New Hope Church
• Plat amendment for Lot 55A, a replat of Lots 55 & 56, Block 3, Area E Lake Jackson Townsite at 108 Huisache
• Site plan amendment for new TDECU (Space City Financial) banking facility at 80 Oak Drive
• Landscape plan amendment for new TDECU banking facility at 80 Oak Drive

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Commission will hear reports on landscaping projects and a September work day, schedule an October work day, and discuss ongoing projects including glass recycling and a cigarette litter prevention program. The meeting includes swearing in new members and approval of August minutes.

• Swear in new members
• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Schedule October work day based on September work day report
• Discuss glass recycling project
• Discuss cigarette litter prevention program and trash cans

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful commission met and approved the August 2024 minutes unanimously. They discussed ongoing landscaping projects, including tree planting and cleanup, and scheduled October work days and community events. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on project updates and planning.

• Approved August 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled October 17 work day to finish trees on Oak Drive and Circle Way
• Planned order of 20 trash cans for first round of distribution
• Scheduled fall events: Oct 12 tree standing, Oct 19 shredding, Nov 9 e-waste, Dec 14 Night at Hogwarts

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially approve a $3.7 million maximum guaranteed price for a new Animal Control Facility and a $194,216.82 fixed fee to WeBuildTX. Other major items include a $350,000 fuel system upgrade, $221,209 and $225,208 in playground equipment for two parks, and second reading of an ordinance revising water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster fees. The council will also discuss selling property at 608 Willow Drive and landscaping in the right-of-way at 107 Parking Way.

• Approve maximum guaranteed price of $3.7 million with WeBuildTX for Animal Control Facility plus $194,216.82 fixed fee
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-2289 revising water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster service fees
• Award contract for Fuel System Tank Top Upgrade to D&H United Fueling Solutions up to $350,000
• Authorize contracts for new playground equipment at Fireman’s Park ($221,209) and Captain RR Terry Park ($225,208)
• Discuss selling city property at 608 Willow Drive leading into Suggs Park

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission of Lake Jackson will meet on September 9, 2024 at the Recreation Center. Items include a possible vote on a social costume contest and concessions, discussions of the commission's role in National Night Out and Boo Bash, as well as liaison updates and future meeting dates. The meeting opens with the pledge of allegiance and approval of minutes.

• Discuss and take action on YAC Social Costume Contest and Concessions
• Discuss YAC's role in National Night Out
• Discuss YAC's role in Boo Bash
• Liaisons update
• Discuss future meeting dates

The Youth Advisory Commission approved the August 20, 2024 minutes and made plans for the upcoming Social, including ordering Minion-themed supplies and gift cards for the costume contest. They also discussed their roles in National Night Out and Boo Bash, and noted a new member was appointed by the City Council.

• Approved August 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Ordered Minion-themed plates, decorations, banana candies, and fidget toys for Social
• Decided to purchase gift cards closer to event as costume contest prizes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a 2.8-acre portion of the Hope Fellowship Church site at 200 Lake Road from Institutional (B-3) to Professional Offices (B-1A). They will also discuss whether to set a public hearing for a separate rezoning of the 3.591-acre Family Fitness tract at 333 FM 2004 from Neighborhood Business (B-1) to Institutional (B-3) for a church. Additionally, the commission will take action on plat, site plan, and landscape plan amendments for the Staybridge Hotel at 981 FM 2004, and receive an update on the animal control facility at 131 Canna Lane.

• Public hearing to rezone 2.8 acres at 200 Lake Road from B-3 to B-1A
• Discussion on scheduling a public hearing to rezone 3.591 acres at 333 FM 2004 from B-1 to B-3
• Plat amendment for Staybridge Hotel at 981 FM 2004
• Site plan amendment for Staybridge Hotel at 981 FM 2004
• Landscape plan amendment for Staybridge Hotel at 981 FM 2004

City Council

The Lake Jackson City Council will meet on September 3, 2024, to discuss and take action on several items. Key decisions include awarding a $79,420.44 mowing contract and authorizing up to $400,000 for police tasers, body cameras, and in-car video systems. A first reading of new water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster fees is scheduled, along with discussions on a price gouging ordinance for emergencies. The council will also consider a $43,110 contract amendment for wastewater treatment plant improvements and hold an executive session on compensation for appointed officials.

• Award bid to LM Lawns for utility contract mowing not exceeding $79,420.44
• Authorize contract with Axon for tasers, body cameras, and in-car video systems: $400,000 in FY25, $221,547 in FY26, $200,000 in FY27
• Discuss preparing an ordinance to protect citizens from price gouging during declared emergencies
• First reading of Ordinance 24-2289 revising fees for water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster services
• Approve contract amendment with HR Green, Inc. for headworks rehabilitation at WWTP for $43,110 (total $191,360)

The Lake Jackson City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 24-2289, which revises fees for water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster services. The council also set FY 2024-2025 compensation for council-appointed employees, including a salary increase for the city manager. Additionally, they approved a contract amendment for the Headworks Rehabilitation Project and discussed but did not pass an ordinance on price gouging, instead directing staff to create educational materials.

• Approved consent agenda including utility mowing contract ($79,420.44) and Axon equipment contract (up to $400,000 FY25, $221,547 FY26, $200,000 FY27)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 24-2289 revising water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster fees (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with HR Green, Inc. for $43,110 (total $191,360) for Headworks Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Set FY 2024-2025 compensation: Alternate Judge $27,037, City Judge $71,550, City Attorney $192,451 + $600/mo car, City Manager $256,222 + $750/mo car (unanimous)
• Delegated City Manager to cast votes for TML Risk Pool Board of Trustees election (unanimous)
• Voted for Joe Zimmerman as TML Region 14 Director (unanimous)
• Reappointed Duane Koch as BWA Representative (unanimous)
• Discussed price gouging ordinance but took no action; directed staff to prepare educational materials

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The commission will swear in new members and reorganize the board. Members will take action on ongoing projects and discuss new initiatives for the 2024-2025 period.

• Cigarette Litter Prevention Program
• Charlie Chipper donation to museum and purchase of a car cover
• Festival of Lights ornament sales
• Downtown Trashcan Program
• Post-Hurricane Tree Recovery and Recycling Education Campaign

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful commission met and approved a motion to purchase a car cover for the Charlie Chipper car, not to exceed $1,000, passed unanimously. The board also reorganized, with Amy Tasto as Chair, Stacy Lewis as Vice Chair, and Ande Larsen as Secretary. Swearing in of new members was tabled. The commission discussed ongoing projects, including the Cigarette Litter Prevention Program and a post-hurricane tree recovery workday scheduled for September 7, 2024.

• Approved purchase of car cover for Charlie Chipper car, not to exceed $1,000 (unanimous)
• Reorganized board: Amy Tasto as Chair, Stacy Lewis as Vice Chair, Ande Larsen as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved May 2024 minutes as written (unanimous)
• Tabled swearing in of new members

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet to organize and then consider an appeal of the building official's decision to allow an accessory structure closer than 5 feet from the side yard setback at 346 Timbercreek Dr. Other agenda items are procedural: swearing in members, electing a chair and secretary, approving minutes, and reviewing rules and procedures.

• Appeal of building official's decision regarding accessory structure setback at 346 Timbercreek Dr.
• Organization of board and election of chair and secretary
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Presentation of rules and procedures for the board

Youth Advisory Commission

The Youth Advisory Commission will meet to elect its officers and determine actions for a YAC social. The body will also receive liaison updates and discuss future meeting dates.

• Election of officers
• Action on YAC social
• Liaison updates
• Discussion of future meeting dates

The Youth Advisory Commission approved the minutes from May 7, 2024, and elected officers for the upcoming term. They set the YAC Social for Saturday, September 28th at 7pm in the Rec Center Party Room, and selected three movie options (Despicable Me, Despicable Me 4, Monsters University) for licensing checks. The meeting was adjourned at 6:29 p.m.

• Approved May 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Christian Mares as President (unanimous)
• Elected Brenna Ingram as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Raygan Brymer as Secretary (unanimous)
• Set YAC Social for Sept. 28 at 7pm (unanimous)
• Selected movie options for YAC Social: Despicable Me, Despicable Me 4, Monsters University (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council holds public hearings and considers adopting the FY 2024-2025 annual budget and a property tax rate of $0.325929 per $100, a 3.26% increase. Consent agenda items include an interlocal agreement with Richwood for police and fire dispatch at $160,216.27 annually and budget amendments for a FEMA hazard mitigation grant. Regular agenda items also cover fee changes for water and sewer services, a $140,000 electrical repair contract, and two additional vacation days for employees in recognition of Hurricane Beryl.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY 2024-2025 budget and tax rate of $0.325929 per $100 (3.26% increase)
• Interlocal agreement with Richwood for police and fire dispatch services at $160,216.27 annually
• Resolution No. 960 amending budget for an additional $292,181.18 toward FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant totaling $2,772,000
• Contract with ICS contractors for electrical wiring repair at wastewater treatment plant not exceeding $140,000
• Proposal to grant employees two vacation days for work during Hurricane Beryl

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will discuss and consider adding speed limit signage and enforcement on Oak Drive between Oyster Creek Drive and That Way. The meeting also includes staff updates on the Traffic Calming Manual and speed data reports, plus accident reports from Lt. Cromeenes. Routine items such as pledge of allegiance, member swearing-in, board reorganization, minutes approval, and visitors' comments are also on the agenda.

• Discuss and consider adding speed limit signage and enforcement on Oak Drive (between Oyster Creek Drive and That Way)
• Staff updates: Traffic Calming Manual Updates and Speed Data Reports
• Accident Reports – Lt. Cromeenes

The Lake Jackson Traffic Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the city council install two 30-mph speed limit signs on Oak Drive, one near the Huisache/Oak Drive fork and another near the school side of Oak Drive/Circle Way, in response to resident concerns about speeding. The commission also agreed to share speed study data with residents via social media or the city website. No other formal decisions were made; other items were informational or referred to staff.

• Recommended council install two 30-mph speed limit signs on Oak Drive (unanimous)
• Agreed to share speed study data with residents via social media or city website (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a request for a public hearing to rezone a portion of the Hope Fellowship Church site. The body will also review plat and site plan amendments for specific local properties.

• Request for public hearing to rezone 2.83 acres of 220 Lake Road from B-3 Institutional to Business Use
• Final review of Pecan Lake Estates subdivision plat amendment for Lots 32 and 33, Block 6
• Administrative review of site plan amendment for SPCA facility at 141 Canna Lane
• Administrative review of landscape plan amendment for SPCA facility at 141 Canna Lane

The Planning Commission approved a request to hold a public hearing to rezone a 2.83-acre portion of the Hope Fellowship Church site at 200 Lake Road from B-3 (Institutional) to B-1A (Professional Offices). The church plans to sell the unused portion of its property to a neighboring business park owner. The commission also deferred a plat amendment for Pecan Lake Estates and discussed, but did not decide on, site plan and landscape amendments for the SPCA facility.

• Approved public hearing request to rezone 2.83 acres at 200 Lake Road from B-3 to B-1A (all present voting aye)
• Deferred administrative review of Lots 32 and 33, Block 6, Pecan Lake Estates plat amendment to next agenda
• Discussed SPCA site plan amendment at 141 Canna Lane; no final decision, deferred for further discussion
• Discussed SPCA landscape plan amendment at 141 Canna Lane; no final decision, feedback provided

City Council

The Lake Jackson City Council will vote on a contract to replace approximately 8,100 linear feet of sewer line and 37 manholes in Basin 12 at a cost not exceeding $1,250,599. They will also consider approving a $2.77M FEMA hazard mitigation grant with a local match of $642,181.18, and call for public hearings on the FY25 budget and proposed tax rate of 0.325929 per $100 valuation. Multiple consent agenda items include contract extensions for debris management, chemical supplies, park mowing, and emergency cleaning services related to Hurricane Beryl.

• Replace approximately 8,100 linear feet of sewer line and 37 manholes in Basin 12, not exceeding $1,250,599
• Accept $2,772,000 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant with $642,181.18 city match for 2021 winter storms
• Call for public hearings on FY25 budget and tax rate of $0.325929/$100 on August 19, 2024
• Ratify emergency cleaning contract (Servpro) for Civic Center, Library, and Museum up to $225,000 due to Hurricane Beryl
• Award contract for replacing fences on Danny Webb Girls Softball Fields at MacLean Park, not exceeding $242,204

The City Council approved a consent agenda including multiple contract extensions and purchases, and heard a presentation on proposed utility rate increases. The council approved a 90-day emergency services contract with DCMC Consulting for FEMA assistance, an amendment to the Crowder Gulf disaster debris removal contract, a sewer line replacement contract with Southern Trenchless Solutions, and a resolution accepting a FEMA hazard mitigation grant for backup generators. A public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax rate was scheduled for August 19, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda including contract extensions and purchases (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day emergency services contract with DCMC Consulting for FEMA assistance, not exceeding $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Crowder Gulf disaster debris removal contract for hazardous trees and debris at city-owned property (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Southern Trenchless Solutions to replace 8,100 linear feet of sewer line and 37 manholes in Basin 12, not exceeding $1,250,599 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #24-958 accepting FEMA hazard mitigation grant of $2,772,000 with $642,181.18 local match for backup generators (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for FY 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax rate of $0.325929/$100 on August 19, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a workshop session to discuss the proposed FY 2024-2025 Annual Budget. The session includes reviews of the General Fund, Utility Fund, and various capital and bond projects.

• Utility and sanitation rates
• Water and wastewater projects
• General and utility debt service funds
• General capital and bond projects
• Budget reviews for police, fire, EMS, and public works

City Council

The City Council is holding an emergency session to discuss funding and contracts for clearing debris caused by Hurricane Beryl. The body will consider budget resolutions and contract amendments to manage disaster recovery expenses.

• Contract amendment with Crowder Gulf for disaster debris removal not to exceed $6,000,000
• Reimbursement Budget Resolution 24-R-957 to borrow up to $6,000,000 from the equipment replacement fund
• Contract with Yellowstone Landscape Tree Division not to exceed $131,842 for pruning and removing dangerous trees
• Hurricane Beryl updates

The Lake Jackson City Council approved an amendment to the Crowder Gulf disaster debris removal contract, increasing the authorized amount to $6,000,000, and approved a reimbursement budget resolution to borrow from the equipment replacement fund to cover debris removal costs pending FEMA reimbursement. The council also authorized a contract with Yellowstone Landscape Tree Division for up to $131,842 to prune and remove dangerous trees at the Wilderness Golf Course, with intent to seek reimbursement from Half-Cent Funds. The meeting was an emergency session focused on Hurricane Beryl recovery, including updates on debris pickup, traffic lights, and facility repairs.

• Approved amendment to Crowder Gulf contract for disaster debris removal up to $6,000,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-R-957 to borrow up to $6,000,000 from equipment replacement fund for debris removal, with FEMA reimbursement to replenish fund (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Yellowstone Landscape Tree Division up to $131,842 for tree pruning/removal at Wilderness Golf Course, with intent to reimburse from Half-Cent Funds (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposal to replace the annual July 4th fireworks show with a drone display, receive a proposed budget from Modesto Mundo, and hear a Hurricane Beryl update from the City Manager. Consent items include approving prior minutes and authorizing a $95,000 purchase of Zinc Orthophosphate from Hawkins, Inc.

• Discuss request from Mr. Davis Gilbert to replace July 4th fireworks with drones
• Authorize purchase of Zinc Orthophosphate from Hawkins, Inc. – $95,000 (10,000 gal/yr at $9.50/gal)
• Proposed Budget Presentation by Modesto Mundo
• Hurricane Beryl update from City Manager
• Approval of July 1, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet in an emergency session regarding Hurricane Beryl. The council will consider Ordinance No. 2287 to extend the July 7, 2024, declaration of disaster. The City Manager is also scheduled to provide an update on the hurricane.

• Extension of Hurricane Beryl disaster declaration via Ordinance No. 2287
• Hurricane Beryl update from the City Manager

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will swear in members and appoint a chair and secretary. The board will also consider an appeal regarding a side yard setback for an accessory structure at 346 Timbercreek Dr.

• Appeal for accessory structure setback at 346 Timbercreek Dr.
• Appointment of board chair and secretary
• Swearing in of members

Traffic Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Lake Jackson Traffic Commission on July 9, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included a discussion regarding traffic control measures for Lake Jackson Intermediate.

• Traffic control measures for Lake Jackson Intermediate (canceled)

Planning Commission

The Lake Jackson Planning Commission will conduct final reviews and actions on several subdivision plats and replats. These items include updates for the Brazos Mall Subdivision and the Armstrong Subdivision.

• Replat of Brazos Mall Subdivision at 100 W Highway 332
• Plat amendment for Lots 1, 2 & 7 of Armstrong Subdivision at 90 Van Winklin Drive
• Replat of Lot 2A, Block 2 in Sleepy Hollow subdivision

City Council

The City Council will consider a construction contract for a water line extension on Lake Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Battery Energy Storage System permits and several custodial service contracts.

• $288,000 construction contract for Lake Road 8-inch waterline extension
• Release of $198,648.65 in funds for Downtown Revitalization Project Phase III
• Custodial contract award for Civic Center rental rooms up to $93,330
• Termination of Chano & Sons, Inc. custodial contract
• Discussion on special use permits for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

City Council

The City Council will consider starting a special use permit process for Battery Energy Storage Systems. The agenda also includes reviewing insurance contracts and participating in county grant programs. Additionally, the council will address new speed hump policies and upcoming capital improvement projects.

• Potential special use permit process for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
• Contract for restroom facilities at Garland Park and Junior Service League Park up to $195,276
• Janitorial services contract extension for the Museum and Library up to $20,500 per year
• Bidding of surplus city property at 608 Willow Drive for a minimum of $43,000
• Proposed speed hump policy for the Traffic Calming Manual

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider increasing the Dunbar Pavilion renovation project and reviewing a community enhancement application for the Lake Jackson Girls Softball Association. Members will also discuss playground designs for Captain R. R. Terry Park and locker room renovations at the Recreation Center.

• Increasing the Dunbar Pavilion renovation project
• Lake Jackson Girls Softball Association Community Enhancement Application
• New playground design for Captain R. R. Terry Park
• Recreation Center locker room renovation design
• Re-organizing the Parks and Recreation Board

City Council

The Lake Jackson City Council is scheduled to attend a meeting of the Brazoria County Cities Association on June 12, 2024. This agenda contains only the notice for this attendance.

Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee

The committee will review the fiscal year 2023-24 budget, revenues, and expenditures. They will also consider a funding recommendation for the FY 24-25 budget to present to City Council.

• Review of FY 23-24 budget, revenues, and expenditures
• Consideration of FY 24-25 budget funding recommendation to City Council
• Approval of January 31, 2024, meeting minutes

Youth Advisory Commission

The Lake Jackson Youth Advisory Commission will meet to elect officers and discuss the commission's role in Nerf War Tuesdays. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a YAC social and liaison updates.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of YAC social
• Discussion of role in Nerf War Tuesdays
• Liaison updates

Museum Board

The Museum Board will review and consider adopting the 2024-2025 Budget for submission to City Council. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Lake Jackson Historical Museum.

• Adoption of the 2024-2025 Budget
• Lake Jackson Historical Museum updates
• Approval of minutes

Development Corporation

The corporation will hold a public hearing to consider various projects funded by the half-cent sales tax fund. The meeting also includes discussing and recommending the FY 24-25 budget to City Council.

• $700,000 for Recreation Center Locker Room Renovations
• $250,000 for Little League fence and bleacher cover replacements
• $125,000 for Parks & Recreation Master Plan
• $100,000 for Golf Course Pump Station Controller Cabinet
• Increase annual Downtown Landscape Maintenance from $100,000 to $125,000

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to reorganize the board and swear in members. The commission will also conduct an administrative review and action regarding a replat for the Brazos Mall Subdivision.

• Replat of the Brazos Mall Subdivision at 100 W Highway 332
• Swearing in of members
• Board reorganization

City Council

The City Council will consider an agreement for street panel replacement engineering and award a contract for employee health benefits. They will also discuss speed hump policies and the reallocation of drainage project funds.

• Agreement with Baker & Lawson, Inc. for street panel replacement up to $95,000
• Contract award to Texas Health Benefits for employee insurance
• Ordinance No. 2285 regarding liens on non-homestead properties for delinquent utilities
• Engagement of Crowe LLP as city auditor for up to $69,000
• Reallocation of GLO funds to Clute Flag Lake Road drainage project

Development Corporation

The Lake Jackson Development Corporation will hold a public hearing to consider funding various projects using the half-cent sales tax fund. The proposed projects total $1,670,000 and focus primarily on recreation and civic facilities.

• Recreation Center Locker Room Renovations: $700,000
• Little League Replace Fences & Bleacher Covers: $250,000
• Parks & Recreation Master Plan: $125,000
• Recreation Center Replace Emergency Exit Doors: $125,000
• Golf Course Pump Station Controller Cabinet and Renovation Master Plan: $100,000 each

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Commission is meeting to discuss routine updates on landscaping projects, recycling, a mascot update, and spring/summer activities. The agenda is mostly procedural, with reports and community interest items, and no major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Recycling update
• Mascot update
• Report on spring/summer activities
• Next meeting set for July 16, 2024

Library Board

The Lake Jackson Library Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve the budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The board will also swear in members and receive reports from library and city staff.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget
• Swearing in of members
• Approval of February 20, 2024 minutes

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths to newly elected members and consider several contracts. The agenda includes a resolution regarding CenterPoint Electric’s rate increase and a new policy for delinquent utility accounts. Staff updates on safety grants and construction projects are also scheduled.

• Resolution No. 956 to deny CenterPoint Electric’s $60 million rate increase
• Purchase of six Moivision traffic cameras for up to $82,942
• Contract for Dunbar Park Pavilions renovation not exceeding $53,292
• Yellowstone Landscape contract for ditch mowing not exceeding $58,632
• Policy for liens on non-residential delinquent utility accounts

City Council

The City Council is holding a special session to approve Resolution No. 24-952. This resolution declares the election results for Mayor, Council Positions Two and Four, and Charter Propositions.

• Approval of Resolution No. 24-952 declaring May 4, 2024, General Election results

Parks & Recreation

The Lake Jackson Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and take possible action on the Dunbar Pavilion renovation project and the FY 2024-25 parks fund budget. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, visitor comments, a director's update covering recreation, parks, civic center, youth advisory, and golf course divisions, plus community interest items and future meeting dates.

• Discussion and action on Dunbar Pavilion renovation project
• Discussion and action on FY 2024-25 parks fund budget
• Director's update on recreation, parks, civic center, youth advisory, and golf course divisions
• Approval of minutes
• Items of community interest

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several amendments to plats, site plans, and landscape plans. These include items for St. Michael’s Catholic Church and The Residences at Lakewood Manor. The meeting also includes administrative actions and visitor comments.

• Plat amendment for Armstrong Subdivision at 90 Van Winkle Drive
• Site and landscape plan amendments for St. Michael’s Catholic Church at 100 Oak Dr South
• Second plat, site, and landscape plan amendments for The Residences at Lakewood Manor

Youth Advisory Commission

The Lake Jackson Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, swearing in new members, electing officers, and discussing a YAC social event. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

• Swear in new members
• Elect officers
• Discuss and take action on YAC social
• Liaison update
• Discuss future meeting dates

City Council

The City Council will discuss regulating short-term rentals and adopting a drought contingency and water conservation plan. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and utility fund amendments.

• Request to allow and regulate short-term rentals
• Professional Service Agreement with Baker and Lawson, Inc. for engineering design up to $794,500
• CDBG contract for spot repair panel replacement to Matula & Matula Construction up to $281,291.80
• Resolution No. 24-955 amending Utility CIP funds for Water ($225,000) and Wastewater ($276,000) Master Plans
• Proposed termination of contract with LeFelton Opulent, LLC for contract mowing drainage

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss major thoroughfare assessment priorities for the panel replacement program. The council will also discuss capital improvement projects for the General Fund, Utility Fund, 1/2 Cent Tax Fund, and other fund projects for fiscal year 24-25.

• Major thoroughfare assessment and panel replacement program priorities
• Capital improvement projects for the General Fund
• Capital improvement projects for the Utility Fund
• Capital improvement projects for the 1/2 Cent Tax Fund

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving March minutes, hearing reports on landscaping and activities, and reviewing board shirts. The main action item is taking action on the FY 2024-2025 budget, goals, and objectives. Other updates cover recycling, mascot, and areas of responsibility.

• Action on FY 2024-2025 budget, goals and objectives
• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Review options for KLJB board shirts
• Report on spring/summer activities
• Recycling updates

City Council

The City Council will discuss ordinances regarding parking and school zones near Bess Brannen and Elizabeth Ney Elementary schools. The body is also considering a lien process for delinquent utility accounts and several service contracts.

• Contract extension with Crowder Gulf for disaster debris removal not to exceed $1,000,000
• Contract for joint sealing with SCR Civil Construction not to exceed $250,000
• Contract for North Water Plant Scada system upgrade with Prime Controls not to exceed $91,020
• Budget amendment of $17,000 for Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department Pilot Duty Crew Program
• Ordinance No. 2285 to allow liens against non-homestead properties for delinquent utility accounts

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will consider traffic control measures for driveways near O.M. Roberts on the 100 block of Cedar Street. The agenda also includes staff updates and accident reports from Lt. Cromeenes.

• Traffic control measures for driveways on the 100 block of Cedar Street
• Accident reports from Lt. Cromeenes

Youth Advisory Commission

The Lake Jackson Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine business including approving minutes, planning a YAC social, and brainstorming recruitment ideas. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

• Discuss ideas for YAC social
• Discuss recruitment ideas and opportunities
• Liaisons update
• Items of community interest
• Discuss future meeting dates

Planning Commission

The Lake Jackson Planning Commission will take final action on site and landscape plans for a new TDECU banking facility at 102 Azalea Street. The commission will also review an amendment to increase the required parking space ratio from 4.39 to 4.75 per 1,000 units for a restriping project at 121 W Highway 332. These approvals determine whether commercial projects meet city development standards and affect local traffic and parking capacity.

• Final review of the site plan for a new TDECU banking facility at 102 Azalea Street
• Final review of the landscape plan for the same TDECU project
• Review of an amendment to increase the parking space ratio from 4.39 to 4.75 per 1,000 units for a restriping project at 121 W Highway 332
• Routine items including minutes approval and document signatures

City Council

The City Council will discuss funding for the Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department Duty Crew Program and the sale of property at 608 Willow Drive. The body is also considering an emergency purchase of an ambulance and updates to subdivision and election sign policies.

• Emergency purchase of a new ambulance cab/chassis from Frazer, Ltd. not to exceed $141,000
• Ordinance No. 2283 to amend Ch. 90 Subdivisions and the Development Manual regarding site plans and floor elevations
• One-year contract extension for fuel and oil with Midtex Oil
• Proposed budget amendment for the Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department Duty Crew Program
• Discussion on selling city property at 608 Willow Drive

Youth Advisory Commission

The Lake Jackson Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss its jobs and duties at the Adaptive Egg Hunt and the City Egg Hunts, along with liaison updates and future meeting dates. The agenda is routine, with no votes on contracts or ordinances.

• Discuss YAC's jobs and duties at Adaptive Egg Hunt
• Discuss YAC's jobs and duties at City Egg Hunts
• Liaison update
• Items of community interest
• Discuss future meeting dates

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports on landscaping and recycling, and discuss spring projects including a shredding event and planting. The commission will also consider its budget, goals, and objectives for the year.

• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Recycling update and discussion
• Shredding event with Texas Gulf Bank on April 27, 2024
• Spring planting projects
• Discussion of budget, goals, and objectives

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to site plan and plat filing procedures and minimum floor elevations. The body will also consider suspending a CenterPoint Energy rate increase and review a major thoroughfare assessment.

• Ordinance No. 2283 to amend Ch. 90 Subdivisions and the Development Manual
• Resolution No. 951 to suspend CenterPoint Energy's requested rate increase
• Contract with Houston Poly Bags for refuse bags not exceeding $130,000
• Purchase of 2022 John Deere 6110M Cab not exceeding $197,675.80
• Contract with Chano and Sons, Inc. for custodial services not exceeding $50,000 annually

Parks & Recreation

The Lake Jackson Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and possibly take action on closing the Willow Drive entrance to Suggs Park, review proposed FY 2024-25 capital improvement projects, and receive updates from subcommittees and staff. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Action on closing Willow Drive entrance to Suggs Park
• Discussion of Parks FY 2024-25 CIP projects
• Hike, Bike & Paddle Trails subcommittee update
• Director's updates on recreation, parks, civic center, and golf course

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will consider traffic control measures for the 200 block of Camellia. The agenda also includes a sub-committee presentation on updates to the Traffic Calming Manual and staff updates regarding grants and traffic lights.

• Traffic control measures for the 200 block of Camellia
• Updates and suggestions to the Traffic Calming Manual
• Staff update on Lake Road/Bayou Road traffic counts
• Feedback on traffic lights
• Accident reports from Lt. Cromeenes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the site plan and landscape plan for a new TDECU banking facility. This project is located at the corner of Center Way and Azalea Street in the Lake Jackson Town Center.

• Site plan review for new TDECU banking facility (Lot J1)
• Landscape plan review for new TDECU banking facility (Lot J1)

City Council

The City Council will consider updates to subdivision and development manuals regarding flood elevations and filing procedures. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and a request for TDECU access off Oak Drive.

• Sewer piping replacement on 100 block of Anyway Street not to exceed $138,106
• Design services for underground refueling tanks with PGAL not to exceed $40,000
• Grant submittal preparation for Livable Center Study and Transportation Master Plan not to exceed $30,000
• Proposed amendments to Ch. 90 Subdivisions and Development Manual to raise minimum floor elevations
• Request from TDECU for right-in/right-out access off Oak Drive

Youth Advisory Commission

The Lake Jackson Youth Advisory Commission is meeting to elect remaining officers and discuss its role in the city's two Easter egg hunts, including an adaptive hunt. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, visitor comments, liaison updates, community interest items, and setting future meeting dates. No votes on contracts or ordinances are listed.

• Elect remaining officers
• Discuss YAC role in Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt
• Discuss YAC involvement in City Easter Egg Hunt
• Liaison updates
• Discuss future meeting dates

Development Corporation

The Development Corporation will review Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects funded by the half-cent tax. The body will also call for public hearings regarding projects funded through the same tax fund.

• Review of Half-Cent Tax CIP Projects
• Call for Public Hearings for projects funded through the Half-Cent Sales Tax Fund
• Update on new business developments and city projects

City Council

The City Council will meet for a workshop session focused on the city's strategic plan. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Strategic Plan Workshop Session

City Council

The city will conduct a drawing to determine the order of candidate names on the ballot for the May 4, 2024, election. This procedural event is scheduled for February 26, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall.

• Drawing for ballot order for May 4, 2024 election

Parks & Recreation

The Lake Jackson Parks and Recreation Board will discuss adding hours to the Recreation Center pickleball schedule and a park donation/dedication policy, and may take action on changing the day and location of its meetings. The board will also receive updates from its Hike, Bike & Paddle Trails subcommittee and the director on recreation, parks, civic center, and golf course operations. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented, with only the meeting-day/location change listed as a potential action item.

• Discuss adding additional hours to Recreation Center pickleball schedule
• Discuss park donation/dedication policy
• Discuss and take action on changing the day and location of the meeting
• Hike, Bike & Paddle Trails subcommittee update
• Director's update on recreation, parks, civic center, and golf course

City Council

The City Council will discuss transferring $1.2 million each from the 2023 Utility and General Operating funds to their respective Project Funds. The body is also reviewing several grant applications for police equipment and various service contracts.

• Proposed $2,400,000 total budget transfer from operating to project funds
• Grant applications for $58,558 for surveillance trailers and $54,612 for SRT equipment
• Contract up to $81,200 for Wilderness Golf Course renovations with RGR Golf Services, LLC
• Contract up to $50,000 for yard repair services with Scot and Company DBA Southern Oaks Services
• Request from Liberty Auto Land at 640 Willow Dr. for customer parking in the city right of way

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports from the branch librarian, library director, and assistant to the city manager. The meeting is primarily procedural.

• Approval of November 21, 2023 minutes
• Reports on Lake Jackson Programs from Ginny Koenig
• County Program updates from Lisa Loranc
• City Staff updates from Milford John-Williams

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Commission will meet to approve January minutes, hear recycling updates, review landscaping projects, and plan spring and summer 2024 events including a shredding day and Earth Day activities. The agenda is routine and focuses on community beautification and cleanup efforts.

• Recycling questions and update by Modesto Mundo and Riazul Mia
• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Shredding with Texas Gulf Bank on 4/27/2024
• Don't Mess With Texas Trash Off/Great American Cleanup
• Update on new Charlie Chipper costume

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will discuss traffic control measures on Lake Road and Bayou Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding 'No Parking' signs on Anchusa Street and updates to the Traffic Calming Manual.

• Traffic control measures on Lake Road and Bayou Road between FM 2004 and Hwy 332
• Adding 'No Parking' signs onto Anchusa Street
• Update and suggestions to Traffic Calming Manual
• Staff update for 200 block of Camellia
• Traffic light update on Dixie/Brazoswood

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a final filing and action regarding a revised replat for the Lake Jackson Town Center. This item involves splitting Lot J into Lots J1 and J2 with a 60-foot street right-of-way.

• Revised replat of Lake Jackson Town Center near Azalea Street/behind H-E-B
• Replat of Lot J into Lots J1 & J2 including a 60-ft street right-of-way

City Council

The City Council will consider ordering a May 4, 2024, election for mayor and council positions. The body is also deciding on a sewer project contract and a resolution regarding gas rate increases.

• Resolution No. 941 ordering an election on May 4, 2024, for mayor and councilmember positions two and four
• Contract award to Matula & Matula for sanitary sewer surge control holding tank at Best Western, not exceeding $200,000
• Resolution No. 942 denying a CenterPoint Gas Rate increase of $37.4 million
• Management Agreement extension with KemperSports Management, Inc. through April 15, 2029, not exceeding $112,080
• Ordinance No. 2281 establishing the intersection of Azalea at Center Way as a one-way stop

Traffic Commission

This is not a regularly scheduled meeting, but a notice of a possible quorum. The commission may meet to discuss the Traffic Calming Manual, though no formal action will be taken if a quorum is present.

• Discussion of Traffic Calming Manual

Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee

The committee will review the FY 23-24 budget, year-to-date revenues, and expenditures. Members will also receive updates on hotel/motel 380 agreements and various local organizations.

• Review of FY 23-24 budget and YTD revenues & expenditures
• Update on Hotel/Motel 380 agreements
• Organization updates for Chamber of Commerce and Fine Arts Council
• Organization updates for Museum of Natural Science and LJ Historical Association

Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful

The Keep Lake Jackson Beautiful Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports on landscaping projects, and discuss a potential project with Dow volunteers in memory of Darren Merritt. They will also summarize fall/winter 2023 activities, plan spring/summer 2024 workdays, and address recycling questions.

• Report on landscaping projects by Bryce Carleton
• Discuss and consider project with Dow volunteers in memory of Darren Merritt
• Plan for spring/summer 2024 activities and workdays
• Recycling questions
• Next meeting date set for February 20, 2024

Parks & Recreation

The Lake Jackson Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a bench and picnic table sponsorship program, review new park signage designs, and hear a pickleball presentation. The board will also receive updates on recreation, parks, civic center, and golf course operations, plus a hike, bike, and paddle trails subcommittee update.

• Discussion and action on Canvus bench / picnic table sponsorship program
• Pickleball presentation by Ed Hsi
• Discussion of new park signage designs
• Hike, Bike & Paddle Trails subcommittee update
• Director's update covering recreation, parks, civic center, and golf course

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to support Brazoria County's opposition to a primate laboratory and consider an ordinance for a one-way stop at Azalea and Center Way. Additionally, the council will review a large grant application for flood mitigation and a professional services contract for a wastewater master plan.

• Resolution No. 939: Support Brazoria County's opposition to a non-human primate animal laboratory
• Ordinance No. 2281: Establish Azalea at Center Way as a one-way stop
• Resolution No. 940: Grant application for $8,869,835 for Flood Mitigation Assistance
• Wastewater Master Plan contract: $276,000 award to Civitas Engineering Group
• Donation of PD Unit #1221 (2019 Chevy Tahoe) to the City of Sweeny

City Council

The Lake Jackson City Council is holding a pre-construction town hall meeting. The session focuses on pavement, drainage, and utility improvements for several specific streets.

• Pavement, drainage, and utility improvements on Sycamore St. (Plantation Dr. to Pin Oak St.)
• Improvements on N. Shady Oaks St. (Sycamore St. to Plantation Dr.)
• Improvements on Pin Oaks Ct.
• Improvements on Pin Oaks St. (South 1,080’ to Forest Oaks Ln.)
• Improvements on Forest Oaks Ln. (South 1,420’ to Plantation Dr.)

Parks & Recreation

The Lake Jackson Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a bench and picnic table sponsorship program, review new park signage designs, and receive updates on trails and department operations. The agenda also includes a presentation on pickleball and routine items like minutes approval and visitor comments.

• Discussion and action on campus bench and picnic table sponsorship program
• Presentation on pickleball by Ed Hsi
• Discussion of new park signage designs
• Hike, Bike & Paddle Trails subcommittee update
• Director's update covering recreation, parks, civic center, and golf course

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and city hall renovations. The body will also consider a parking ordinance for three specific streets and a charter amendment regarding laws passed by initiative.

• Contract with Lockwood Andrews & Newman, Inc. for Water Master Plan not to exceed $225,000
• Ratification of $100,000 in emergency repairs to Civic Center Buss Weatherhead and CT Enclosure with Melton Electrical
• Ordinance No. 2280 prohibiting parking on Dahlia, Oak Drive South, and Coton Drive
• Selection of WeBuildTx as General Contractor for the Animal Control Facility
• Two change orders for City Hall Restroom Renovation totaling $14,183

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider final actions on two plat amendments. These include a replat of Lake Jackson Town Center and a plat amendment for West Way Office Park.

• Final action on a replat of Lake Jackson Town Center (Lot J into Lots J1 & J2)
• Final action on a plat amendment for 5 West Way Court (Lots 2 & 3 into Lot 2A)