Manvel public meetings in 2021

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a replat of Meridiana Section 33B. The body will also consider approving and recommending two plats for Meridiana sections to the City Council.

• Public hearing for replat of Meridiana Section 33B (10.12 acres) to create 40 lots, 1 block, and 2 reserves
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 30B (11.25 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 33B (10.12 acres)

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved two subdivision plat requests for the Meridiana development. The commission forwarded both preliminary and final plats to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. No citizen comments were received during the public hearing.

• Approved preliminary plat for Meridiana Section 30B (11.25 acres)
• Approved final plat for Meridiana Section 33B (10.12 acres, 40 lots)
• Forwarded both plats to City Council with recommendation
• Consent agenda approved by 5-0 vote (2 absent)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will discuss a market feasibility study for the Manvel City Center Complex and consider several ordinances and agreements. Key items include participation in a state opioid settlement and updates to the 2021 fiscal year budget.

• Participation in the State of Texas' settlement for opioid litigation
• Ordinance 2021-O-38 to amend the City Fiscal Year 2021 Budget
• Zoning change for 1.612 acres at 3806 FM 1128 from Light Commercial to Heavy Commercial
• License and Service Agreement between the City of Manvel and Tyler Technologies
• Eighth Amendment to Development Agreement with Pomona Investment, LLC and MUDs 39 and 40

City Council voted to participate in a state opioid settlement and approved a budget amendment for year-end revenues and expenditures. The council also approved several plats and infrastructure improvements via a consent agenda.

• Approved participation in State of Texas opioid settlement (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-38 amending FY 2021 budget (5-2)
• Approved License and Service Agreement with Tyler Technologies (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-31 for Brazoria County Appraisal District votes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-32 for Goodbuy Purchasing Cooperative agreement (7-0)
• Approved 2022/2023 TCAP Board of Directors ballot for incumbents (7-0)
• Approved Eighth Amendment to Development Agreement with Pomona Investment, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including plats for Meridiana and zoning change at 3806 FM 1128 (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission meets to discuss and potentially approve amendments to the Meridiana General Development Plan. The agenda also includes approving several subdivision plats for residential sections, a school site, and a lift station, which would be forwarded to the City Council. A closed executive session is scheduled to consult with attorneys regarding a legal petition filed by Rise Communities, LLC and GRMI, LTD.

• Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment No. 21
• Meridiana Section 39A Final Plat (12.39 acres)
• Meridiana Elementary School Site No. 2 Preliminary Plat (13.00 acres)
• Brazoria County Municipal District No. 57 Lift Station No. 1 Preliminary Plat (0.19 acres)
• Executive session regarding Rise Communities, LLC and GRMI, LTD v. City of Manvel

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved an amendment to the Meridiana General Development Plan. The commission also approved and recommended three plats to City Council for a residential section, an elementary school site, and a lift station.

• Approved Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment No. 21 (6-0)
• Approved and recommended Final Plat for Meridiana Section 39A to City Council (6-0)
• Approved and recommended Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Elementary School Site No. 2 to City Council (6-0)
• Approved and recommended Preliminary Plat for Brazoria County Municipal District No. 57 Lift Station No. 1 to City Council (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (6-0)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop on utility rates and master plans followed by a regular session. The body is deciding on zoning amendments, subdivision variances, and the acceptance of several deeds and easements from Alvin ISD.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1.612 acres at 3806 FM 1128 from Light Commercial to Heavy Commercial
• Public hearing on vacating and closing a 2.713 acre portion of Bissell Road right-of-way
• Request by Aspect Energy, LLC to waive publication and notice requirements for a drilling permit
• Subdivision variance request for property located at 9820 Uzzell Road
• Acceptance of multiple deeds and easements from Alvin ISD for water plant sites and lines

City Council approved the first reading of a zoning change for 1.612 acres on FM 1128 and a subdivision variance for 9820 Uzzell Road. The council also approved a request to waive publication requirements for a drilling permit and several administrative items via a consent agenda.

• Approved first reading of zoning change at 3806 FM 1128 from Light to Heavy Commercial (7-0)
• Approved subdivision variance at 9820 Uzzell Road contingent on removing road building requirement (7-0)
• Approved Aspect Energy, LLC request to waive drilling permit publication requirements (4-3)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-30 adding land to Brazoria County MUD No. 56 (7-0)
• Approved reorganization of administrative departments (Ordinance 2021-O-31) (7-0)
• Approved updated service credits for TMRS members (Ordinances 2021-O-33 and 2021-O-34) (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Del Bello Lakes Section 10 and Meridiana Section 33A (7-0)
• Accepted multiple deeds and easements from Alvin ISD (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission held a regular meeting to discuss two ordinances. The first item involves changing the zoning classification of land at 3806 FM 1128 from Light Commercial to Heavy Commercial. The second item proposes vacating an unimproved portion of Bissell Road, a 2.713-acre right-of-way, and conveying the land to abutting property owners.

• Public hearing and recommendation for Ordinance 2021-O-36: Rezoning 1.612 acres at 3806 FM 1128 from Light Commercial (LC) to Heavy Commercial (HC).
• Public hearing and recommendation for Ordinance 2021-O-37: Vacating and abandoning a 2.713-acre unimproved right-of-way on Bissell Road.
• Authorization for quitclaim deeds to convey abandoned Bissell Road right-of-way interests to abutting property owners.
• Penalty provision of up to $2,000 per day for violations of the proposed zoning ordinance.

The commission voted against a request to change 1.612 acres of land from light commercial to heavy commercial. A proposal to vacate a portion of Bissell Road was tabled. Meeting minutes to date were approved.

• Denied rezoning of 1.612 acres at 3806 FM 1128 from Light Commercial to Heavy Commercial (0-5)
• Tabled Ordinance 2021-O-37 to vacate 2.713 acres of right-of-way on Bissell Road (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (6-0)
• Appointed Ryan Miller as temporary chair (5-0)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The Manvel City Council will discuss and potentially vote on several ordinances amending the fiscal year 2022 budget to account for staff retirement service credits and medical benefit plans. The agenda also includes a workshop discussion on police vehicle maintenance and a regular session item regarding the allocation of ARPA funds and zoning amendments for in-law suites.

• Ordinance 2021-O-32: Amends FY2022 budget for TMRS retirement credits and staff medical benefits
• Ordinance 2021-O-33: Authorizes updated service credits for Texas Municipal Retirement System members
• Ordinance 2021-O-34: Authorizes restricted prior service credit for employees with previous public entity service
• Agreement with Next Level Medical for acute and primary care services
• Consent Agenda: Approve Meridiana Detention Reserve N-2 Preliminary Plat (7.08 acres)

City Council approved a reorganization of administrative departments and amendments to the FY 2022 budget. The council also voted to place proposed City Charter changes, including council member pay, on a future ballot for voters to decide.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-O-31 to reorganize administrative departments (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-32 amending FY 2022 General and Utility Fund budgets (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinances 2021-O-33 and 2021-O-34 regarding TMRS service credits (7-0)
• Approved Master Terms and Conditions Agreement with Next Level Medical (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to place City Charter changes on a special election ballot (6-1)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate Professional Services Agreement for City Center Engineering (7-0)
• Approved Meridiana Detention Reserve N-2 Preliminary Plat (7-0)
• Denied motion to require written requests for elected/appointed official emails (2-5)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop on conducting meetings and a regular meeting. The body will consider a preliminary plat for a subdivision in the Oliver Hall Survey.

• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 54A (8.92 acres, 21 lots, 4 blocks, 3 reserves)

Manvel Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider project applications and agreements. The body will also discuss budget amendments and audit services.

• Economic development incentives request by Chad Thumann/WACC
• Project application 2021-04 for Drainage Plan at Wolf Airpark
• Memorandum of Understanding for J.B. Hensler College and Career Academy (project 2020-01)
• Engagement Letter with Belt Harris Pechacek for audit services
• FY 2020-21 budget amendment for year-end reappropriations

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing the purchase of 57.7 acres of land and the donation of surplus police vehicles and Taser equipment. The body will also discuss ARPA fund allocation, police career development, and several plat approvals for Meridiana sections.

• Resolution 2021-R-27: Purchase of 57.7 acres of land (part of C.H. Booth 249 acre tract)
• Resolution 2021-R-28 and 2021-R-29: Donation of two surplus police vehicles and obsolete Taser equipment
• Ordinance 2021-O-16: Zoning change for 3.2177 acres at 6407 Masters Road to allow general warehousing and storage
• Preliminary and Final Plats for Meridiana Sections 53, 54A, 50, and Detention Reserve M-2
• Discussion on ARPA Funds allocation and establishing a stand-alone Fire Marshal's office

The Manvel City Council approved the purchase of 57.7 acres from the C.H. Booth tract and authorized the donation of two surplus police vehicles and obsolete Taser equipment to another government entity. The council also approved a zoning amendment allowing general warehousing at 6407 Masters Road and accepted several subdivision plats for the Meridiana development. Discussions included potential budget amendments for police pay scales and park improvements, but no final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved purchase of 57.7 acres from C.H. Booth tract (6-0)
• Approved donation of two surplus police vehicles to another government entity (5-1)
• Approved donation of obsolete Taser equipment to another government entity (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for 6407 Masters Road to allow warehousing (Consent Agenda)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Meridiana Sections 53, 54A, 50, and Detention Reserve M-2 (Consent Agenda)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Meridiana Section 27 and various ponds/basins (Consent Agenda)
• Directed staff to prepare budget amendment for police pay scale changes
• Directed staff to create phased plan for park improvements at Masters Road

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider updating water and wastewater impact fees for new development and adopting a new schedule of fees for zoning and building. The council will also review an amendment to a development agreement involving Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83.

• Ordinance 2021-0-25 to update water and wastewater impact fees for new development
• Resolution 2021-R-26 to adopt a schedule of fees, rates, and deposits for zoning, platting, and building
• First Amendment to Interlocal and Development Agreement with Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83 and Hillwood Enterprises, L.P.

City Council approved Ordinance 2021-0-25 and Resolution 2021-R-26 to update water and wastewater impact fees for new development. After several failed motions regarding the fee amount, the council settled on a 50% Safe Harbor rate. No action was taken on a proposed amendment to an interlocal agreement.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-0-25 setting impact fees at 50% Safe Harbor rate (4-2-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-26 adopting the schedule of fees at 50% (5-1-1)
• No action taken on First Amendment to Interlocal and Development Agreement with Brazoria County MUD No. 83 and Hillwood Enterprises, L.P.

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will consider several preliminary and final plats for recommendation to City Council. The body will also hold an executive session to consult with an attorney regarding a legal petition.

• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 53 (14.89 acres, 38 lots)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 54A (8.92 acres, 21 lots)
• Preliminary Plat for Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 56 Water Plant Replat No. 1 and Extension
• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 50 (22.47 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve M-2 (4.58 acres)

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission unanimously approved five land development items, forwarding them to the City Council for final approval. These included preliminary plats for Meridiana Sections 53 and 54A, a water plant replat for Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 56, and a final plat for Meridiana Section 50. The commission also unanimously approved a preliminary plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve M-2. An executive session was held regarding a lawsuit involving Rise Communities, LLC, but no action was taken.

• Approved preliminary plat for Meridiana Section 53 (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Meridiana Section 54A (7-0)
• Approved replat for Brazoria County MUD No. 56 Water Plant (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Meridiana Section 50 (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve M-2 (7-0)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• No action taken in executive session regarding Rise Communities lawsuit

City Council

The Manvel City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning 3.2177 acres at 6407 Masters Road for general warehousing. The agenda also includes discussions on infrastructure financing, a new grant writing policy, and updates to water and wastewater impact fees. Several subdivision plats for the Meridiana development are scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing on rezoning 6407 Masters Road from Highway Mixed Use to allow general warehousing (NAICS 493110)
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-O-25 updating water and wastewater impact fees
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-O-16 for the Masters Road warehouse rezoning
• Approval of Final Plat for Meridiana Section 50 (22.47 acres)
• Consideration of hiring John Harrist as Director of Fire Safety and Code Enforcement

City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to update water and wastewater impact fees and the 2021 Update Study of Land Use Assumptions. The council denied the hire of a Director of Fire Safety and Code Enforcement and tabled a land purchase authorization.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-O-25 updating water/wastewater impact fees (6-1)
• Denied concurrence to hire John Harrist as Director of Fire Safety and Code Enforcement (3-4)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-O-16 for warehousing zoning at 6407 Masters Road (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision Variance and Development Agreement for 6835 Old Chocolate Bayou Road (7-0)
• Denied Final Plat for Meridiana Section 50 (0-7)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-23 adopting a Grant Writing Policy (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-27 nominating candidates for Brazoria County Appraisal District (7-0)
• Tabled authorization for City Manager to purchase a tract of land (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss several plat approvals and a zoning amendment. The body will consider a request to allow general warehousing and storage at a specific location.

• Proposed zoning change for 3.2177 acres at 6407 Masters Road to allow general warehousing and storage
• Final Plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 6B (0.0201 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 52 (21.88 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Pomona Section 28 (74.4 acres)
• Final Plat for Rodeo Palms The Lakes Section 5 (1.6700 acres)

The commission approved a zoning amendment and specific use permit for a general warehousing and storage facility. Several plat recommendations for Meridiana and Rodeo Palms were approved, while one Meridiana plat was denied.

• Approved zoning change to HMU-SUP for warehousing at 6407 Masters Road (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 6B (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve 'V' Phase 2 (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 52 (7-0)
• Approved 30-day plat extension for Meridiana Detention Reserve M-2 (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Pomona Section 28 (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Rodeo Palms The Lakes Section 5 (7-0)
• Denied Final Plat for Meridiana Section 50 (0-7)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and a public hearing regarding the 2021 property tax rate. The body is also considering updates to land use assumptions, capital improvement plans, and impact fees.

• Proposed 2021 property tax rate of $0.578801 per $100 valuation
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 Operating, Capital Improvement Program, and MEDC Budget
• Zoning change request for 1.03 acres at 7346 Taylor Street from O-SFR to Light Commercial
• Zoning amendment for 9.464 acres at 7227 Cemetery Road to allow mini warehouses and self-storage
• Preliminary plat approval for Meridiana Elementary School Site No.2 (13.00 acres)

The Manvel City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and ratified a property tax rate of $0.570000 per $100 valuation, which is lower than the initially proposed rate but higher than the no-new-revenue rate. The council directed staff to phase in new impact fees over 50% and adjust them annually based on actual costs. A zoning change for 7346 Taylor Street was approved on first reading, while a subdivision variance for Markham Road was tabled.

• Approved FY2022 budget with $30,000 for salary market study (6-1)
• Ratified property tax increase reflected in FY2022 budget (5-2)
• Rejected Ordinance 2021-O-30 for ad valorem taxes (4-3)
• Adopted tax rate of $0.570000 per $100 valuation (5-2)
• Directed staff to phase in impact fees at 50% with annual adjustments (4-2)
• Approved HGAC 2022 General Assembly representative designation (6-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Elementary School Site No.2 (0-6)
• Approved first reading of zoning change for 7346 Taylor Street (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change and a land replat. The body will also review several preliminary and final plats for residential and school sites.

• Proposed zoning change for 1.03 acres at 7346 Taylor Street from Open-Single Family Residential to Light Commercial
• Replat of Sedona at Kestrel Ridge (0.8465 acres) to create four lots
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Elementary School Site No.2 (13.00 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Pomona Section 28 (74.4 acres)
• Final Plat for Pomona Section 22 (18.902 acres)

The Commission approved five consent agenda items including final and preliminary plats. However, the board denied four regular agenda items, including a request to rezone a property at 7346 Taylor Street for use as a wedding venue.

• Approved Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Detention Reserve No. 2 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 7 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve 'T' Phase 2 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 51A (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Pomona Section 22 (6-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat Meridiana Elementary School Site No.2 (0-6)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Pomona Section 28 (0-6)
• Denied rezoning of 7346 Taylor Street from O-SFR to Light Commercial (2-4)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and hold a public hearing on the FY 2022 budget. The body will also consider zoning changes for a self-storage facility and several subdivision plats.

• Public hearing for FY 2022 budget, which would raise total property taxes by $225,879 (3.94%)
• Proposed zoning change for 9.464 acres at 7227 Cemetery Road to allow mini warehouses and self-storage units
• Consideration of Final Plats for Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 and Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1
• Review of the City of Manvel investment policy via Resolution 2021-R-21
• Subdivision variance requests for property on Markham Road and property between Cemetery Road and Mississippi Road

City Council scheduled the adoption date for the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and approved several land plats and a zoning amendment for self-storage units. The council denied one commercial plat and tabled a subdivision variance for property on Markham Road.

• Scheduled FY 2022 Budget adoption for September 20, 2021 (6-1)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 with conditions (7-0)
• Denied Final Plat for Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1 (0-7)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-21 to review city investment policy (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-O-27 for self-storage units at 7227 Cemetery Road (7-0)
• Approved subdivision variance for property between Cemetery and Mississippi Roads (7-0)
• Tabled subdivision variance for 3.000 acres on Markham Road (7-0)
• Approved adding Grant Policy to the next council agenda (6-1)

Home Rule Charter Review Commission

The Home Rule Charter Commission will hold a public hearing to gather citizen input on the city's charter. The committee will discuss the current charter and consider potential amendments to recommend to the City Council.

• Public hearing for citizen input on the Home Rule Charter
• Review of current Charter and potential amendments

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for a property on Cemetery Road. The body will also review several final plats and a development plan amendment for the Meridiana area.

• Public hearing for zoning change of 9.464 acres at 7227 Cemetery Road to allow mini warehouses and self-storage units
• Final Plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 4 (1.941 acres) and Phase 5 (0.5360 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve V (3.922 acres) and Detention Reserve T Phase 1 (14.11 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1 (5.872 acres)
• Meridiana General Development Plan (GDP) Amendment No. 19 requested by Rise Communities

The commission recommended approval of a zoning amendment to allow mini warehouses and self-storage units at 7227 Cemetery Road. Several final plats for the Meridiana development were approved, while a general development plan amendment and one commercial reserve plat were denied.

• Approved zoning amendment for self-storage units at 7227 Cemetery Road (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 4 (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 5 (7-0)
• Approved 30-day plat extension for Meridiana Section 50 (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve V (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 (7-0)
• Denied Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment No. 19 (0-7)
• Denied Final Plat for Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1 (0-7)

General

The Home Rule Charter Commission will meet to review the current city charter and discuss potential amendments. The commission may also consider scheduling a date for a public hearing.

• Consideration of a public hearing date
• Review of current Charter and potential amendments

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The Manvel City Council will discuss and potentially vote on several zoning amendments, including changes to land near Rogers Road and Del Bello Boulevard. The agenda also includes setting the preliminary 2021 tax rate, approving agreements for a new municipal utility district, and updating the fiscal year budget for police vehicles.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1.114 acres bounded by Rogers Road, Louden Lane, and Wilson Road from Light Commercial to Single Family Residential.
• Vote on preliminary 2021 tax rate and scheduling a public hearing for September 20, 2021.
• Approval of Ordinance 2021-O-18 to rezone 437.869 acres near Del Bello Boulevard and State Highway 6 to Planned Unit Development.
• Resolutions to create Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83 and approve related development agreements.
• Budget amendment to account for the purchase of police vehicles.

City Council proposed a preliminary tax rate of $0.578801 per $100 of value for 2021. The council approved several zoning changes and utility district agreements but denied two plat requests and a rezoning petition.

• Proposed 2021 preliminary tax rate of $0.578801 per $100 of value (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 437.869 acres to Planned Unit Development District (5-0)
• Approved creation of Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of budget amendment for police vehicles (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of 1.114 acres on Rogers Road to Single Family Residential (0-5)
• Denied Final Plat for Meridiana Section 28B (0-5)
• Approved Meridiana Recreation Center Plan (5-0)
• Appointed Garrett Knox to the Events Board (5-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a replat of Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1 and a zoning change for land near Rogers Road. The body will also consider several final plats and plat extensions for forwarding to City Council.

• Proposed zoning change of 1.114 acres from Light Commercial to Single Family Residential near Rogers Road, Louden Lane, and Wilson Road
• Public hearing for replat of 5.872 acres at Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1
• Final Plat of Pomona Section 20 (16.224 acres)
• Final Plat of Meridiana Section 28B (14.35 acres)
• Final Plat of Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 (14.11 acres)

The commission denied a request to rezone 1.114 acres from light commercial to single family residential for a temporary modular home. It also denied the final plat for Meridiana Section 28B due to GDP non-conformance, while approving several plat extensions and one detention reserve plat with conditions.

• Approved 30-day plat extensions for Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1, Pursley Boulevard Phase 4, and Pursley Boulevard Phase 5 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Pomona Section 20 (6-0)
• Denied rezoning of 1.114 acres on Rogers Road from Light Commercial to Single Family Residential (1-5)
• Denied Final Plat of Meridiana Section 28B (0-6)
• Approved Final Plat of Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 with conditions that a residence be removed by Dec 31, 2021, and construction begin by Dec 2022 (6-0)

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on land use assumptions, capital improvements, and impact fees. The committee will also review and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Consideration of Land Use Assumptions, Capital Improvements & Impact Fees

General

The Home Rule Charter Commission will meet to review the current city charter. The committee may consider recommendations for potential charter amendments to present to the City Council.

• Review of current Charter and potential amendments
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission approved adding the topic of Mayor and Council Member compensation to its master list for further discussion. The commission also agreed to further discuss whether the Mayor should only vote in the event of a tie. No changes were proposed for other reviewed sections of Article II.

• Added compensation for Mayor and Council Members to master discussion list (10-0)
• Added Mayor's voting duties to master discussion list
• Approved meeting minutes to date (10-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and consider several zoning amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing on a zoning change for property on Taylor Street and discussions regarding the Sowell Property.

• Public hearing to change 12.85 acres at 7346 Taylor Street from O-SFR to Light Commercial
• Proposed zoning change for 437.869 acres to Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Approval of the 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan
• Consent to create Brazoria County Municipal Utility Districts No. 79 and No. 83
• Amendment to the FY 2021 budget for additional revenues and expenditures

City Council approved the 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan and an amendment to the fiscal year 2021 budget. The council also appointed an alternate Municipal Court Judge and approved a new municipal utility district. Several zoning and plat items were tabled or denied.

• Approved 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-21 amending FY 2021 budget (7-0)
• Appointed Patrick Monks as alternate Municipal Court Judge (7-0)
• Approved creation of Brazoria County MUD No. 79 (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 3 (7-0)
• Approved street requirement variance for property on CR 95 (7-0)
• Denied Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 and Section 28B extension (0-7)
• Tabled zoning change for 437.869 acres to PUD and MUD No. 83 resolutions (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several replats and a zoning amendment. The body will also review preliminary and final plats for various sections of the Meridiana development.

• Proposed zoning change for 12.85 acres at 7346 Taylor Street from Open-Single Family Residential to Light Commercial
• Public hearing for replat of Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 (14.11 acres)
• Public hearing for replat of Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 3 (3.021 acres)
• Public hearing for replat of Meridiana Section 28B (14.35 acres) to create 39 lots
• Proposed vacating plat for Manvel Interim Park Site (20.00 acres)

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission rejected the final plats for Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 and Meridiana Section 28B, both by 0-6 votes. The commission approved the final plat for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 3 with a 6-0 vote, conditioned on adding 'Roadway' to specific land uses. A proposed zoning change at 7346 Taylor Street was postponed because the public hearing notice was incorrect.

• Approved Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 3 final plat (6-0) with condition to add 'Roadway' to Reserve 'A' uses
• Rejected Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 final plat (0-6)
• Rejected 30-day extension for Meridiana Section 28B final plat (0-6)
• Approved consent agenda including Meridiana Section 33B preliminary plat and Manvel Interim Park Site plat vacation (6-0)
• Postponed zoning amendment for 7346 Taylor Street due to incorrect hearing notice

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee will meet to swear in board members and appoint a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The committee will also discuss a 2021 update study regarding impact fees, land use assumptions, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Appointment of board Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Discussion of 2021 update study of Land Use Assumptions, Capital Improvement Plan & Impact Fees

General

The Manvel Home Rule Charter Commission held a regular meeting to discuss the current city charter and potential amendments. The commission may make recommendations to the City Council regarding these charter matters. The agenda also included standard procedural items like roll call, citizen comments, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review of current Manvel City Charter
• Discussion of potential charter amendments
• Potential recommendations to City Council
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Home Rule Charter Review Commission reviewed various sections of the city charter, including council member roles and annexation procedures. No formal amendments were adopted, though members agreed to maintain a council-manager form of government.

• Agreed to leave a council-manager form of government
• Denied requirement for city council to discuss separation pay and employment agreements with City Manager

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan and a large-scale rezoning request. The body is also considering funding for a dental assistant job training project and several subdivision plats.

• Rezoning of 437.869 acres to Planned Unit Development District (PUD)
• Expenditure of up to $96,351.58 for the AISD J.B. Hensler Dental Assistant Job Training Project
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-O-20 to approve the 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan
• Conveyance of a 0.2879 acre tract of right-of-way to Brazoria County for the County Road 90 Bridge Project
• Preliminary plats for Meridiana Inspiration Way Phase 3, Meridiana Section 7 East, and Meridiana Detention Reserve 'X'

City Council approved the first reading of the 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan and a zoning change for the Valencia development. Council also approved funding for a dental assistant training project and a right-of-way conveyance to Brazoria County. Several preliminary plats for Meridiana were denied.

• Approved first reading of 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan (7-0)
• Approved zoning change to PUD for Valencia development (7-0)
• Approved $96,351.58 for AISD J.B. Hensler Dental Assistant training (4-3)
• Approved 0.2879 acre right-of-way conveyance to Brazoria County (7-0)
• Approved subdivision variance for 8801 Amanda Lane (7-0)
• Denied preliminary plats for Meridiana Inspiration Way Phase 3, Section 7 East, and Detention Reserve 'X' (0-7)
• Denied Meridiana appeal regarding General Development Plan Amendment #19 (2-5)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Del Bello Lakes infrastructure improvements (7-0)

Manvel Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation convened for a regular meeting. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion or action items.

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will review several subdivision plats and two ordinances. The body is deciding on land subdivisions and recommending zoning and thoroughfare plan updates to the City Council.

• Proposed zoning change of 437.869 acres to Planned Unit Development District (Ordinance 2021-O-18)
• Approval of 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan (Ordinance 2021-O-20)
• Final Plat of Pomona Section 20 (16.224 acres)
• Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Detention Reserve No. 2 (6.299 acres)
• Preliminary Plats for Meridiana Inspiration Way Phase 3, Section 7 East, and Detention Reserve 'X'

The commission recommended two ordinances to City Council, including the 2021 Master Thoroughfare Plan and a rezoning of 437.869 acres to a Planned Unit Development District. Several final and preliminary plats were denied.

• Recommended Ordinance 2021-O-20 (Master Thoroughfare Plan) to City Council with specific road and ROW removals (7-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 2021-O-18 (rezoning 437.869 acres to PUD) to City Council (7-0)
• Final Plat of Pomona Section 20 denied (0-7)
• Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Detention Reserve No. 2 denied (0-7)
• Preliminary Plats for Meridiana Inspiration Way Phase 3, Section 7 East, and Detention Reserve 'X' denied (0-6)

General

The Manvel City Council and Planning Development and Zoning Commission are holding a joint public hearing. The body will discuss and potentially take action on an amendment to the city's comprehensive plan regarding the thoroughfare plan.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 50, Article III, Section 50-52 (Thoroughfare Plan)
• Proposed penalty not to exceed $2,000.00 per day for violations of the thoroughfare plan

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss and potentially take action on one item. The meeting focuses on an update regarding the Sowell Property.

• Discussion/Update on the Sowell Property

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a permit for Peles, LLC to operate an oil and gas well. The body is also reviewing a budget amendment and funding for a dental assistant training project.

• Public hearing and permit application for Peles, LLC to drill and operate a well on a 389.70 acre tract
• Resolution 2021-R-13: Expenditure of up to $96,351.58 for the AISD J.B. Hensler Dental Assistant Job Training Project
• Ordinance 2021-O-19: Amendment to the City Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Capital Projects Fund
• Appointment of Catherine Thea Samaan as an alternate Municipal Court Judge
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana 8 and 9 Open Space (73.69 acres)

City Council approved an oil and gas drilling permit for Peles, LLC and amended the FY 2021 budget. The council also appointed an alternate Municipal Court Judge and directed staff to schedule a Drainage Forum meeting.

• Approved oil and gas drilling permit for Peles, LLC (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-19 amending the FY 2021 budget (6-0)
• Appointed Catherine Thea Samaan as alternate Municipal Court Judge (5-1)
• Directed staff to schedule a Drainage Forum meeting (6-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana 8 and 9 Open Space (0-6)
• Tabled Resolution 2021-R-13 regarding AISD J.B. Hensler Dental Assistant project (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider the approval of two preliminary plats. One item is listed for routine consent approval, while the other requires a recommendation to the City Council.

• Preliminary Plat for Pomona Lake E & H (43.1 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana 8 and 9 Open Space (73.69 acres)

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Pomona Lake E & H. A proposal to approve and recommend the preliminary plat for Meridiana 8 and 9 Open Space to City Council was denied.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Pomona Lake E & H (7-0)
• Approved minutes to date (7-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana 8 and 9 Open Space (0-6)

General

The Home Rule Charter Commission is meeting to swear in members and establish leadership. The body will discuss the process for amending the city charter and set a future meeting schedule.

• Swearing in of Commission Members
• Nomination and appointment of Board Chairman
• Nomination and appointment of Board Vice-Chairman
• Discussion on the process of amending the Charter
• Setting of meeting date and time schedule

The Manvel Home Rule Charter Commission held its first regular session, swearing in members and electing board leadership. Nicole Mitchell was appointed Board Chairman and Robina Spruill was appointed Vice Chairman, both by unanimous 11-0 votes. The commission also approved a schedule to meet every other Tuesday starting July 20, 2021.

• Sworn in all commission members
• Appointed Nicole Mitchell as Board Chairman (11-0)
• Appointed Robina Spruill as Board Vice-Chairman (11-0)
• Approved meeting schedule: every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. starting July 20 (11-0)
• Adjourned meeting (11-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several plat extensions and approvals for Meridiana developments. The body is also considering adding paving, drainage, and sidewalk projects to the FY 2021-22 budget and reviewing crime updates from the Police Chief.

• Proposed zoning change for 24.7282 acres at Croix Road and State Highway 288 from Single Family Residential to Light Commercial
• Proposed budget additions for asphalt paving on Carpenter Road and Del Bello Lane, and sidewalks on Large Avenue
• Proposed construction of a pavilion at Croix Park
• Approval of final plats for Meridiana Northeast Village Center, Section 39A, and Section 31A
• Contract authorization for TML Health Benefits 2021-2022 staff insurance renewal

City Council approved multiple final and preliminary plats for Meridiana developments and a zoning change to light commercial at Croix Road and State Highway 288. The council also authorized the renewal of TML health benefits for staff. Several plat extensions and a preliminary plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve Z Phase 1 were denied.

• Approved TML Health Benefits 2021-2022 Renewal for staff (6-0)
• Approved Final Plats for Meridiana Northeast Village Center, Section 39A, and Section 31A (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 68 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-17 changing zoning to Light Commercial at Croix Road and SH 288 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-12 adding land to Brazoria County MUD No. 40 (6-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve Z Phase 1 (0-6)
• Denied five 30-day plat extensions for Meridiana projects (0-6)
• Tabled update on gun and violent crimes (6-0)

Manvel Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and vote on funding for a job training project. The board will also review a diversity planning presentation and the FY 2020 audit.

• Proposed expenditure of up to $96,351.58 for the AISD JBH Dental Assistant Job Training Project
• Review and acceptance of the FY 2020 Audit
• Approval of Brazoria County Economic Development Alliance Membership (July 2021-June 2022)
• Project application 2021-02 City Infrastructure Request from Clint Weekley
• Diversity Planning presentation by A.O. Phillips & Associates

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission is reviewing multiple final and preliminary plats for the Meridiana and Pomona developments. The body will also discuss water and wastewater impact fees and consider a large-scale zoning amendment.

• Ordinance 2021-O-18 to rezone approximately 437.869 acres from Open-Single Family Residential to Planned Unit Development District
• Preliminary plats for Pomona Sections 24, 25, 26, and 27
• Final plats for Meridiana Section 31A (15.52 acres) and Section 39A (12.39 acres)
• Preliminary plat for Newport Lake Estates Section Three (11.04 acres)
• Presentation on Water and Wastewater Impact Fees

The commission approved a consent agenda including several 30-day plat extensions and preliminary plats for Pomona and Meridiana developments. Several other preliminary plats and a general development plan amendment were denied, and one zoning ordinance was tabled.

• Approved 30-day plat extensions for Meridiana Highway 6 Commercial Reserve No. 1, No. 2, Cumulus Drive Phase 3, Section 28B, and Pursley Boulevard Phase 4 (7-0)
• Approved and recommended to City Council final plats for Meridiana Northeast Village Center, Section 39A, and Section 31A (7-0)
• Approved and recommended to City Council preliminary plat for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 6B (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plats for Pomona Street Dedication No. 2 Kirby Drive, No. 3 Kirby Drive, Section 24, Section 25, Section 26, and Section 27 (7-0)
• Denied Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment No. 19 (1-6)
• Denied preliminary plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve Z Phase 1 (0-7)
• Denied preliminary plat for Newport Lake Estates Section Three (0-7)
• Denied preliminary plat for Pomona Lake E & H (0-7)

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning amendments for two land tracts and a revised design criteria manual for city developments. The meeting includes a police update on violent crime and the potential appointment of a Charter review commission.

• Proposed zoning change for 24.7282 acres at Croix Road and State Highway 288 from Single Family Residential to Light Commercial
• Public hearing for zoning change of 437.869 acres bounded by Del Bello Blvd, Pollard Dr, Manvel Park Way/Iowa Lane, and State Highway 6 to Planned Unit Development
• Resolution 2021-R-10 to adopt a revised Design Criteria Manual for subdivision improvement standards
• Consideration of a Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 25A (19.49 acres)
• Resolution 2021-R-11 to extend the local state of disaster due to COVID-19

The Manvel City Council approved first readings of two zoning ordinances and a revised design criteria manual. The council voted against extending the local state of disaster declaration for COVID-19 and rejected a preliminary plat for a subdivision. A charter review commission was appointed, and police crime statistics were reviewed with plans for further discussion.

• Approved first reading of ordinance rezoning 24.7282 acres from SFR to Light Commercial (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-10 adopting revised design criteria manual (7-0)
• Rejected motion to extend local state of disaster declaration through July 7, 2021 (2-5)
• Rejected motion to continue meeting telephonically (1-6)
• Denied preliminary plat for Meridiana Section 25A (0-7)
• Approved appointment of 11-member Charter Review Commission (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including infrastructure acceptances for Meridiana sections (7-0)
• Directed Chief of Police to provide data on staffing needs at next meeting

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning amendments. The body will also consider plat approvals for a water plant and a residential section.

• Public hearing: Rezone 437.869 acres from Open-Single Family Residential to Planned Unit Development District
• Public hearing: Rezone 24.7282 acres at Croix Road and State Highway 288 from Single Family Residential to Heavy Commercial
• Ordinance 2021-O-17: Rezone 24.7282 acres at Croix Road and State Highway 288 to Light Commercial
• Final Plat approval for Pomona Water Plant No. 2 (3.283 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 25A (19.49 acres)

The commission recommended a zoning change for 24.7282 acres to Light Commercial. A preliminary plat for Meridiana Section 25A was denied, and the final plat for Pomona Water Plant No. 2 was approved.

• Approved Final Plat of Pomona Water Plant No. 2 (5-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 25A (0-5)
• Approved and recommended to City Council Ordinance 2021-O-17 to change 24.7282 acres at Croix Road and SH 288 from Single Family Residential to Light Commercial (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly take action on several preliminary plats and one final plat. Some of the preliminary plats were forwarded with an unfavorable recommendation from Planning Development and Zoning.

• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Inspiration Way Phase 2 (5.46 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 10A (12.94 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve Y (9.98 acres)
• Master Plan for Foxtail Palms (80.95 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve U (9.860 acres)

The City Council denied an appeal regarding circulation requirements for the Meridiana General Development Plan and rejected multiple preliminary plats. The council approved a land addition for Brazoria County MUD No. 43 and a CDBG Entitlement Program agreement.

• Denied Meridiana appeal regarding 'overall circulation' interpretation (2-5)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-09 to add land to Brazoria County MUD No. 43 (7-0)
• Approved CDBG Entitlement Program Cooperation Agreement amendment (4-3)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Retail Detention Reserve No. 1 (7-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County for road paving (7-0)
• Accepted Terra Estates infrastructure improvements for maintenance period (7-0)
• Denied preliminary plats for Meridiana (items A-F) and Foxtail Palms Master Plan (1-6)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve U (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss a zoning amendment for a property on Masters Road. The body will also review several plats and a master plan for recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing for zoning change of 2.594 acres at 6407 Masters Road to allow general warehousing and storage
• Ordinance 2021-O-16 regarding the 6407 Masters Road zoning change with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Master Plan for Foxtail Palms (80.95 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 57 Lift Station No. 1
• Final Plat for Meridiana Retail Detention Reserve No. 1

The commission approved one final plat for recommendation to City Council. Several other preliminary and final plats, as well as a master plan, were failed by the commission. A zoning amendment for a warehousing project was tabled pending a traffic study.

• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Retail Detention Reserve No. 1 (6-0)
• Denied Preliminary and Final Plats for Meridiana items A through G (0-6)
• Denied Master Plan for Foxtail Palms (0-6)
• Tabled zoning amendment for 6407 Masters Road warehousing use (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet via teleconference to declare the results of the May 1, 2021, general election. The body will consider approving a resolution to canvass the returns for two councilmember positions.

• Resolution 2021-R-08 to canvass returns and declare results of the May 1, 2021 general election
• Issuance of Statement of Elected Officer and Oath of Office for Council Member Place 1 (Larry Akery) and Council Member Place 2 (Lorraine Hehn)
• Proclamation for National Police Week (May 9, 2021 — May 16, 2021)

The City Council approved a resolution to canvass the returns and declare the results of the May 1, 2021, general election for two councilmember positions. Following the declaration, the City Secretary administered the Statement of Elected Officer and Oath of Office to the candidates elect.

• Approved Resolution 2021-R-08 to canvass May 1 general election results (7-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to Council Member Place 1 Larry Akery
• Administered Oath of Office to Council Member Place 2 Lorraine Hehn

City Council

The City Council will discuss capital projects and grant writing policies in a workshop before a regular session. The body is deciding on several land subdivision plats and a variance for property at 7523 Russell Street.

• Subdivision Variance for 0.8264 acres at 7523 Russell Street
• Appeal regarding Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment #18 circulation requirements
• Final Plats for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 2, Section 28A, Section 33A, and Detention Reserve T Phase 1
• Ordinance 2021-O-15 to formally establish and ratify city administrative departments
• Withdrawal from Brazoria County CDBG and Home Program for Federal FY 2022-2024

City Council voted to remain in the Brazoria County CDBG and Home Program to ensure residents continue receiving rental and utility assistance. The council also directed staff to investigate available General Land Office funding and approved several land plats.

• Approved special meeting on May 10, 2021 to canvass general election (7-0)
• Decided not to opt out of the CDBG and Home Program (7-0)
• Directed staff to check availability of General Land Office (GLO) funds (5-2)
• Tabled appeal regarding Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment #18 (6-0)
• Approved subdivision variance and development agreement for 7523 Russell Street (7-0)
• Approved final plats for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 2, Section 28A, Section 33A, and Detention Reserve T Phase 1 (7-0)
• Approved 30-day plat extensions for Meridiana Inspiration Way Phase 2, Detention Reserve Y, Section 10A, and Avellino Section 1 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-0-15 establishing administrative departments and organizational chart (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission met via teleconference to review several subdivision plat requests. The agenda included public hearings for three Meridiana sections and a consent agenda to approve or forward recommendations for various final and preliminary plats to the City Council. The commission also considered a preliminary plat for Newport Lake Estates Section Three.

• Public hearing for Meridiana Section 28A (13.78 acres, 45 lots)
• Public hearing for Meridiana Section 33A (13.75 acres, 47 lots)
• Public hearing for Meridiana Section 27 (16.17 acres, 52 lots)
• Consent agenda to approve Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 2 (2.358 acres)
• Regular agenda item for Newport Lake Estates Section Three (11.04 acres)

The commission approved and recommended several final and preliminary plats for the Meridiana development to City Council. A preliminary plat for Newport Lake Estates Section Three was denied. The commission also approved a 30-day plat extension for Avellino Section 1.

• Approved and recommended Final Plat for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 2 (7-0)
• Approved and recommended Final Plat for Meridiana Section 28A (7-0)
• Approved and recommended Final Plat for Meridiana Section 33A (7-0)
• Forwarded 30-day plat extensions for Meridiana Inspiration Way Phase 2, Detention Reserve Y, and Section 10A to City Council (7-0)
• Approved 30-day plat extension for Avellino Section 1 (7-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Newport Lake Estates Section Three (0-7)
• Approved minutes to date (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss financing options for city infrastructure and the Capital Projects Fund. The body is deciding on budget amendments for mid-year appropriations and updates to school zone regulations.

• Ordinance 2021-O-12 to revise school zone times, places, and speed limit signs
• Ordinance 2021-O-14 to amend the FY 2021 budget for mid-year appropriations
• Ordinance 2021-O-11 to establish hotel licensing with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Closing of a city right-of-way on Iowa Lane (60’ by 3,000’ strip)
• Multiple plat approvals and extensions for Meridiana developments

City Council approved ordinances to revise school zone provisions and amend the fiscal year 2021 budget. The council also approved a new hotel licensing article and several plat extensions and approvals for the Meridiana development.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-12 revising school zone times and places (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-14 amending the FY 2021 budget for mid-year appropriations (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-O-15 establishing administrative departments and organizational chart (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-11 adding hotel licensing regulations (6-0)
• Approved closing of a city right-of-way on Iowa Lane via Ordinance 2021-O-13 (6-0)
• Approved various plat extensions and preliminary/final plats for Meridiana (6-0)
• Directed staff to research land ownership and costs for Carpenter Road improvements (6-0)
• Tabled Executive Session regarding personnel and real property (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several final and preliminary plats for the Meridiana development. The body will also consider a general development plan amendment and appoint commission officers.

• Public hearing for Final Plat of Meridiana Retail Detention Reserve No. 1 (3.738 acres)
• Public hearing for Final Plat of Meridiana Detention Reserve U and partial replat of Lulling Stone Section Three (9.860 acres)
• Public hearing for Final Plat of Meridiana Detention Reserve T Phase 1 and partial replat of Manvel Interim Park Site (14.11 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 50 (22.47 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 48 (22.47 acres) and Section 49 (19.82 acres)

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission appointed a new Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary. The board approved several preliminary and final plats for the Meridiana development and granted multiple plat extensions.

• Approved minutes from Feb 22 and March 8, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved six-month preliminary plat extension for Pomona Section 22 (6-0)
• Forwarded 30-day plat extensions to City Council for Meridiana Retail Detention Reserve No. 1, Detention Reserve U, Northeast Village Center, and Detention Reserve T Phase 1 (6-0)
• Denied Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment No. 18 (0-6)
• Approved and forwarded preliminary plats for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 5, Section 50, and Detention Reserve 'V' (7-0)
• Approved and forwarded final plats for Meridiana Pursley Boulevard Phase 3, Section 48, and Section 49 with required surveyor revisions (7-0)
• Appointed Dorothy Wynne as Chairman, Alina Rogers as Vice Chairman, and Kyle Marasckin as Secretary (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several new ordinances, including regulations for hotel licensing and revisions to school zone times and locations. The body is also considering the closure of a public right-of-way on Iowa Lane and the adoption of a new fee schedule for zoning and building.

• Proposed ordinance to regulate hotels with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Proposed closure of a 60’ by 3,000’ strip of Iowa Lane right-of-way
• Proposed revisions to school zone times, places, and speed limit signage
• Adoption of a schedule of fees for zoning, platting, building, and fire prevention permits
• Variance for street requirements at 7900 Bissell Road

City Council approved the first reading of ordinances to regulate hotel licensing and revise school zone provisions. The council also accepted the FY 20-21 audit and approved a subdivision ordinance variance for 7900 Bissell Road. A motion to resume in-person meetings was denied.

• Accepted FY 20-21 Audit (7-0)
• Approved subdivision ordinance variance for 7900 Bissell Road (7-0)
• Approved first reading of hotel licensing ordinance 2021-O-11 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of school zone ordinance 2021-O-12 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance 2021-O-13 to close Iowa Lane right-of-way (7-0)
• Adopted schedule of fees for zoning, platting, and fire prevention (7-0)
• Denied motion to resume in-person meetings (1-6)
• Denied appointment of Keith Traylor as Fire and Safety Department head (3-4)

City Council

The City Council will meet for a planning session to discuss the city's objectives. The discussion will cover the city's vision, goals, and specific projects.

• City Vision and Goals
• City Center Project
• Capital Projects

City Council

The Manvel City Council will discuss and potentially approve a resolution to fund a 160-acre municipal complex using 90% of future economic development sales tax revenue. The agenda also includes votes on disannexing three separate land tracts totaling over 34 acres from city boundaries. Additionally, the council will review road construction agreements and amendments to development agreements for residential projects.

• Resolution MEDC 2021-R-01: Approve funding for 'City 160 Acre Municipal Complex' using 90% of future MEDC sales tax revenue
• Ordinance 2021-O-06: Disannex 9.998-acre tract in Suburban Gardens
• Ordinance 2021-O-07: Disannex 14.237-acre tract in Suburban Gardens
• Ordinance 2021-O-08: Disannex 10.009-acre tract in Suburban Gardens
• Road Construction Agreement between City of Manvel, Brazoria County, Gulf Coast Water Authority, VDB Partners Ltd., and Ashton Houston Residential LLC

The City Council approved using 90% of future MEDC sales tax revenue to fund a municipal complex. The council also approved several land disannexations, a road construction agreement, and an extension of COVID-19 emergency measures.

• Approved Resolution MEDC 2021-R-01 to fund 'City 160 Acre Municipal Complex' using 90% of future MEDC sales tax revenue (7-0)
• Approved road construction agreement with Brazoria County, Gulf Coast Water Authority, VDB Partners Ltd., and Ashton Houston Residential LLC (7-0)
• Approved Ninth Amendment to Development Agreement with Sedona Lakes MUD No. 1 and Ashton Houston Residential LLC (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-06 suspending CenterPoint Energy's interim GRIP rate adjustments (7-0)
• Approved disannexation of three land tracts: 9.998 acres, 14.237 acres, and 10.009 acres (7-0)
• Approved Seventh Amendment to Development Agreement with Pomona Investment, LLC, BCMUD 39, and BCMUD 40 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-10 continuing temporary COVID-19 emergency modifications to ordinances (7-0)
• Approved Master Plan of Rodeo Palms amendment to add 'The Lakes Section 5' (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider several final plats and a master plan amendment. The body will decide whether to approve these land subdivisions and forward recommendations to the City Council.

• Master Plan of Rodeo Palms amendment to add 'The Lakes Section 5'
• Final Plat of Redeemer Church Manvel (9.566 acres)
• Final Plat of Pomona Water Plant No. 2 (3.283 acres)
• Final Plat of Yanni Palms Section 1 (68.9522 acres)

The commission approved a Master Plan amendment for Rodeo Palms and the Final Plat for Redeemer Church. Two other Final Plats for the Pomona Water Plant No. 2 and Yanni Palms Section 1 were denied.

• Approved Master Plan of Rodeo Palms amendment to add 'The Lakes Section 5' (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Redeemer Church Manvel conditional on Brazoria County Drainage District No. 4 signature (7-0)
• Denied Final Plat of Pomona Water Plant No. 2 (0-7)
• Denied Final Plat of Yanni Palms Section 1 (0-7)
• Tabled approval of previous minutes pending a correction to item #5

City Council

The City Council will discuss recovery from the February 2021 winter storm and consider several ordinances regarding animal control and land disannexation. The body is also reviewing budget amendments for CARES Act funds and various land development plats.

• Resolution 2021-R-05 to temporarily waive building, electrical, and plumbing permit fees for winter storm repairs
• Ordinance 2021-O-04 regarding dog chaining, tethering, animals running at large, and waste removal
• Ordinance 2021-O-05 to amend the FY 2021 budget for CARES Act grant revenues and expenses
• Disannexation of three tracts of land totaling 34.244 acres
• Contract authorization for the Manvel Library with AMAENS Investments, LLC

The Manvel City Council approved a temporary waiver of building, electrical, and plumbing permit fees for homes and businesses damaged by the February 2021 winter storm. The council also authorized the City Manager to negotiate a library contract, approved a budget amendment for CARES Act funds, and passed first readings of ordinances regarding dog tethering and land disannexation. Several board appointments were confirmed, including a split vote on the Economic Development Corporation board.

• Approved Resolution 2021-R-05 waiving winter storm permit fees for 60 days (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-O-04 on dog chaining and tethering (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-05 amending FY2021 budget for CARES Act funds (6-0)
• Approved first readings of Ordinances 2021-O-06, O-07, and O-08 for land disannexation (6-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County Toll Road Authority (6-0)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate Manvel Library contract with AMAENS Investments, LLC (6-0)
• Appointed Ed Perry, Karen Kinlaw, Robina Spruill, and Larry Akery to Economic Development Corp Board (4-2)
• Appointed Christine Diaz, Kyle Marasckin, Alina Rogers, and Ryan Miller to Planning Development and Zoning Board (4-2)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several final and preliminary plats for residential subdivisions and a wastewater treatment plant. The body will decide whether to approve these plats or forward recommendations to the City Council.

• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 27 to create 52 lots, 2 blocks, and 6 reserves
• Final Plat for Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 56 Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Section 6 (10.897 acres)
• Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Section 10 (7.107 acres)
• Preliminary Plats for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 3 and Meridiana Section 28B

The commission approved final plats for Del Bello Lakes Sections 6 and 10, as well as Meridiana Section 27 and a wastewater treatment plant. A preliminary plat for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 3 was denied.

• Approved Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Section 6 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Section 10 (5-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Cumulus Drive Phase 3 (0-6)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 28B (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Meridiana Section 27 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Brazoria County MUD No. 56 Wastewater Treatment Plant (6-0)
• Approved minutes to date (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the disannexation of land near the Pomona development and consider new animal control ordinances. The body will also address the May 1, 2021, general election and bond issuance for Sedona Lakes MUD No. 1.

• Public hearing on disannexing approximately 35 acres bordered by County Road 58, Jerusalem, and the Pomona development
• First reading of Ordinance 2021-O-04 regarding dog chaining, tethering, animals running at large, and waste removal
• Resolution 2021-R-04 to consent to the sale and issuance of bonds by Sedona Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1
• Ordinance 2021-O-03 to order a general election on May 1, 2021, for Council Place 1 and Place 2
• Acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Bluewater Lakes Section 6, North Inspiration Way, and Meridiana Parkway Phase 7

City Council approved a general election for Council Places 1 and 2 and consented to bond issuance for Sedona Lakes MUD No. 1. Several items regarding animal ordinances, task force appointments, and facility design were tabled. The council also accepted infrastructure improvements for three development areas.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-03 ordering a general election for Council Place 1 and Place 2 on May 1, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-04 consenting to bond sale and issuance by Sedona Lakes MUD No. 1 (6-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Bluewater Lakes Section 6 (6-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for North Inspiration Way in Meridiana (6-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Meridiana Parkway Phase 7 (6-0)
• Accepted FY 2021-Q1 Investment Report (6-0)
• Tabled animal ordinance amendments, Croix Park Task Force appointments, and facility design requirements (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission is meeting via teleconference to review and potentially approve final plats for three sections of the Pomona subdivision. The body will also consider approving committee member absences.

• Final Plat for Pomona Section 19 (41.225 acres)
• Final Plat for Pomona Section 20 (16.244 acres)
• Final Plat for Pomona Section 21 (16.570 acres)

The Planning, Development and Zoning Commission approved final plats for Pomona Sections 19, 20, and 21. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and excused two member absences.

• Approved Final Plat for Pomona Section 19 (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Pomona Section 20 (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Pomona Section 21 (4-0)
• Approved minutes to date (4-0)
• Approved excused absences for Christy Kennard and Muhammed Alam (4-0)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop and regular session to discuss development agreements and city infrastructure. The body is considering appointments for the Croix Park Task Force and modifications to City Hall for safety and handicap accessibility.

• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 31A (15.53 acres)
• Second Amendment to Interlocal and Development Agreement with Brazoria County Municipal District No. 42 and Manvel Town Center, LP
• Proposed building modifications at City Hall for safety and handicap accessibility
• Appointment of Croix Park Task Force Members
• Acceptance of 2020 Racial Profiling Report

City Council approved a second amendment to a development agreement with Brazoria County Municipal District No. 42 and Manvel Town Center, LP. The council also approved a 7.5% pay increase for the City Attorney. Several items, including the Croix Park Task Force appointments and off-street trails system, were tabled.

• Approved Second Amendment to Interlocal and Development Agreement with Brazoria County Municipal District No. 42 and Manvel Town Center, LP (6-1)
• Approved 7.5% pay increase for City Attorney (6-1)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 31A (7-0)
• Accepted 2020 Racial Profiling Report (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Meridiana Parkway Phase 7 and North Inspiration Way Phase 1 (7-0)
• Tabled appointment of Croix Park Task Force Members (7-0)
• Tabled discussion on off-street trails system (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a subdivision variance for property on Jordan Road and the creation of the Croix Park Task Force Advisory Committee. The body is also considering a zoning amendment for a site at State Highway 6 and Iowa Lane to allow for accommodations.

• Zoning amendment for 6.3272 acres at State Highway 6 and Iowa Lane for NAICS use 721 'Accommodations'
• Subdivision Variance request for 14.9 acres at 7207 Jordan Road
• Resolution 2021-R-03 to create the Croix Park Task Force Advisory Committee
• Preliminary Plats for Meridiana Unit 50 (22.47 acres) and Meridiana Section 39A (10.89 acres)
• Discussion on feasibility of electronic leashes and animal tethering parameters

City Council approved a zoning amendment for a 6.3-acre site to allow for accommodations and granted a subdivision variance for property on Jordan Road. The council also established the Croix Park Task Force Advisory Committee and approved two preliminary plats for Meridiana.

• Approved subdivision variance for 14.9 acres at 7207 Jordan Road (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-03 creating the Croix Park Task Force Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved 2020 Q4 Investment Report (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2020-O-38 rezoning 6.3272 acres at SH 6 and Iowa Lane to LC/SH6-SUP for 'Accommodations' (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plats for Meridiana Unit 50 and Section 39A (7-0)