Manvel public meetings in 2023

General

The Manvel Animal Shelter Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to review recent kennel inspections and discuss potential alternative uses for the shelter. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a period for public comments. No specific contracts, budget changes, or ordinance votes are listed as action items.

• Update on Kennel Inspection
• Discussion on alternative shelter usage
• Approval of meeting minutes to date

General

The Manvel Animal Shelter Advisory Committee held a regular meeting to introduce new board member Jacob Duboise and a new Animal Control Officer. The committee also discussed an update on the Alvin Animal Shelter. No specific policy changes, budget approvals, or contract awards were listed on the agenda.

• Swearing in of new board member Jacob Duboise
• Introduction of new Animal Control Officer
• Update on Alvin Animal Shelter

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission will meet to approve final plats for Valencia Lake B and Meridiana Section 5 East. The agenda also includes consideration of final and preliminary plats for additional Meridiana sections and a procedural item regarding written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals.

• Approve Final Plat of Valencia Lake B (8.460 acres)
• Approve Final Plat for Meridiana Section 5 East (13.28 acres)
• Consider Final Plat for Meridiana Section 13A (17.22 acres)
• Consider Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 30C (12.47 acres)
• Direct staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved the final plats for Valencia Lake B and Meridiana Section 5 East. They also approved the final plat for Meridiana Section 13A and the preliminary plat for Meridiana Section 30C, both subject to specific conditions regarding construction plans and drainage approvals. Additionally, the Commission directed staff to provide written statements explaining any conditional approvals or disapprovals for future applications.

• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Lake B (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Section 5 East (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Section 13A with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 30C with conditions (6-0)
• Directed staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals and disapprovals (6-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (6-0)

General

The Manvel Tax Reinvestment Zone #3 Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially adopt resolutions for the zone's formation. Key actions include ratifying the Project Plan and Reinvestment Financing Plan, and authorizing the issuance of South Manvel Development Authority Tax Increment Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023.

• Resolution TIRZ 2023-R-01: Ratify Project Plan and Reinvestment Financing Plan for TIRZ No. 3
• Resolution TIRZ 2023-R-02: Authorize issuance of South Manvel Development Authority Tax Increment Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Swearing in of Board Member Seth Carrasco
• Approval of meeting minutes to date

General

The South Manvel Development Authority Board of Directors meets to discuss and potentially authorize the issuance of Tax Increment Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023. The agenda includes approving the bond purchase agreement, indenture of trust, and official statement, as well as authorizing the signing of related documents. The meeting also covers the approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Resolution SMDA 2023-R-04 to authorize issuance of South Manvel Development Authority Tax Increment Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Approval of Bond Purchase Agreement
• Approval of Indenture of Trust
• Approval of Official Statement
• Authorization for Board to sign bond sale documents

City Council

The Manvel City Council will vote on four zoning ordinance amendments, including a large 82-acre Planned Unit Development and specific use permits for a truck rental, child care, and religious organization. The agenda also includes a $5,823,000 contract for an elevated storage tank, a 10-year natural gas franchise, and confirmations for new Public Safety, Finance, and Personnel Directors.

• Contract award to Landmark Structures, LP for Manvel Parkway Elevated Storage Tank ($5,823,000)
• Zoning change for 82.60 acres at Croix Road/SH 288 from O-PUD to PUD District
• Zoning amendments for truck rental (20514 Highway 6), child care (7050 Masters Road), and religious organization (7355 McCoy)
• 10-year non-exclusive franchise for Universal Natural Gas, LLC
• Confirmation of Keith Traylor as Public Safety Director, Rosa Donaire as Finance Director, and Chad Dumont as Personnel Director

The Manvel City Council approved a $5,823,000 contract for a new elevated storage tank, conditional on a budget amendment. They also passed four zoning ordinances allowing specific uses for commercial, daycare, religious, and residential properties. Additionally, the council directed staff to amend the waste collection franchise agreement and approved a 10-year natural gas franchise.

• Approved $5,823,000 contract for Manvel Parkway Elevated Storage Tank (6-0)
• Approved four zoning ordinances for specific use permits and PUD change (6-0)
• Directed staff to amend Waste Connections franchise agreement (6-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with MUD No. 47 as amended (6-0)
• Approved 10-year non-exclusive franchise for Universal Natural Gas (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-35 adopting fee schedules (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-47 revising sign regulations (6-0)
• Concurred with appointments of Public Safety, Finance, and Personnel Directors (6-0)

General

The Manvel City Council held a special called meeting to discuss potential legal matters regarding a sign ordinance in executive session. The public agenda included first readings of two ordinances: one revising sign regulations with penalties up to $2,000, and another reorganizing administrative departments and approving a new organizational chart.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-O-47 revising sign regulations in Manvel and its extraterritorial jurisdiction
• Penalty for sign ordinance violations set at not to exceed $2,000.00
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-O-48 reorganizing city administrative departments
• Approval of the City of Manvel organizational chart
• Executive session held to consult with attorney on legal matters regarding the Sign Ordinance

City Council approved the first of two readings for an ordinance revising sign regulations and a second ordinance reorganizing city administrative departments. No action was taken during the executive session regarding legal matters for the sign ordinance.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-0-47 revising sign regulations (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-O-48 reorganizing administrative departments and the organizational chart (6-0)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The Manvel City Council held a workshop and regular meeting to discuss four public hearings on zoning ordinance amendments. The agenda also included first readings of ordinances for a 10-year natural gas franchise, a large planned unit development, and updates to the city's zoning code. Additionally, the council considered terminating the construction contract for the new police department building and directing staff on a new solid waste franchise agreement.

• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 1.5 acres at 20514 Highway 6 to allow truck, trailer, and RV rental
• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 1.10 acres at 7050 Masters Road to allow child day care services
• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 1.455 acres at 7355 McCoy to allow religious organization uses
• Public hearing and first reading for rezoning 82.60 acres at Croix Road/SH 288 from Open PUD to PUD
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-O-46 granting a 10-year non-exclusive franchise to Universal Natural Gas, LLC

City Council approved several first readings for zoning amendments, including permits for a daycare and RV rentals. The council also granted a 10-year gas franchise to Universal Natural Gas, LLC and terminated a construction contract for the new police department building.

• Approved first reading of zoning for RV and trailer rental at 20514 Highway 6 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning for child day care at 7050 Masters Road (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning for religious organization and community uses at 7355 McCoy (6-1)
• Approved first reading of zoning change to PUD for 82.60 acres at Croix Rd and SH 288 (7-0)
• Denied sidewalk variance request for 7225 Lewis Lane (0-7)
• Approved 10-year gas franchise for Universal Natural Gas, LLC (7-0)
• Approved termination of contract with Core Construction for new police department building (7-0)
• Tabled franchise agreement with Waste Connections of Texas, LLC (7-0)

General

The South Manvel Development Authority Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially approve resolutions related to Tax Increment Contract Revenue Bonds and the formation of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3. The agenda also includes approving meeting minutes and a Post Issuance Compliance Policy.

• Resolution SMDA-2023-R-03: Authorizing preliminary official statement for Tax Increment Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Resolution SMDA-2023-R-04: Ratifying project plan and reinvestment financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3
• Approval of Post Issuance Compliance Policy
• Approval of meeting minutes to date

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes approval of preliminary and final plats for several Meridiana subdivision sections and a utility district lift station. Additionally, the Commission will consider forwarding a general zoning code update to the City Council.

• Public hearing and recommendation for rezoning 1.5 acres at 20514 Highway 6 to allow truck and RV rental.
• Public hearing and recommendation for rezoning 1.10 acres at 7050 Masters Road to allow child day care services.
• Public hearing and recommendation for rezoning 1.455 acres at 7355 McCoy to allow religious organization uses.
• Public hearing and recommendation for rezoning 82.60 acres at Croix Road/SH 288 from O-PUD to PUD.
• Approval of preliminary plats for Meridiana Section 24B, 34A, Cadence Drive Phase 2, 14B, and Section 82.

The commission approved multiple preliminary and final plats for the Meridiana development with various drainage conditions. It also recommended several zoning ordinances to City Council, including specific use permits for a daycare, a vehicle rental business, and a religious organization.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 24B (6-0)
• Conditionally approved Final Plat for Meridiana Section 24B pending drainage district approval (6-0)
• Conditionally approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 34A (6-0)
• Conditionally approved Preliminary Plats for Meridiana Cadence Drive Phase 2 and Section 14B (6-0)
• Conditionally approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 82 Detention Reserve (6-0)
• Conditionally approved Preliminary Plat for Brazoria County MUD No. 57 Lift Station No. 2 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning for truck/trailer rental at 20514 Highway 6 (5-1)
• Recommended approval of zoning for child day care at 7050 Masters Road (5-1)

City Council

The Manvel City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially appoint Daniel S. Johnson as the City Manager. The agenda includes approving his employment agreement, setting his surety bond amount, and authorizing the purchase of $30.00 HEB gift cards for city employees.

• Appointment of Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager
• Approval of City Manager Employment Agreement
• Setting surety bond amount for City Manager position
• Resolution 2023-R-31: Purchase of $30.00 HEB gift cards for employees

The City Council appointed Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager and set the position's surety bond at $50,000. The council also approved providing HEB gift cards to city employees as performance incentives.

• Appointed Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager (6-0)
• Set City Manager surety bond at $50,000 (6-0)
• Approved $50 HEB gift cards for city employees as performance incentives (6-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council will discuss joining a coalition to challenge CenterPoint Energy's proposed gas rate changes and hire legal services to negotiate with the company. The agenda also includes final acceptance of infrastructure improvements for several local developments and discussion on a new City Manager employment agreement.

• Resolution 2023-R-29: Join coalition to challenge CenterPoint Energy gas rates and hire legal counsel
• Resolution 2023-R-30: Consent for Brazoria County MUD No. 29 to provide wastewater service to MUD No. 47
• Final acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Manvel Town Center Kirby Drive Extension
• Final acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Del Bello Lakes Section 7 and Del Bello Boulevard Extension Phase II
• Discussion on City Manager position and Agreement of Employment

City Council voted to re-open employment negotiations with Daniel S. Johnson for the City Manager position. The council also approved membership in a group of cities served by CenterPoint Gas to study rate changes and joined the Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

• Approved re-opening negotiations with Daniel S. Johnson for City Manager (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-29 to join Cities Served by CenterPoint Gas to study rate changes (7-0)
• Approved joining the Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (7-0)
• Tabled franchise agreement for municipal solid waste with Waste Connections of Texas, LLC (7-0)
• Approved final infrastructure acceptance and bond release for Manvel Town Center Kirby Drive Extension (7-0)
• Approved final infrastructure acceptance and bond release for Del Bello Lakes Section 7 (7-0)
• Approved final infrastructure acceptance and bond release for Cedar Creek Lane (7-0)
• Approved final infrastructure acceptance and bond release for Del Bello Boulevard Extension Phase II (7-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve the appointment of Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager, including his employment agreement and surety bond amount. The council will also consider an ordinance to amend the fiscal year 2024 budget to fund the asphalt paving of Iowa Lane.

• Appointment of Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager
• Approval of City Manager employment agreement
• Setting surety bond amount for City Manager position
• Ordinance No. 2023-O-41 amending FY2024 budget for Iowa Lane asphalt paving

City Council approved a budget amendment to fund the asphalt paving of Iowa Lane. The council took no action regarding the appointment of a City Manager after failing to come to terms with Daniel S. Johnson.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-O-41 to amend the FY 2024 budget for $150,000 to pave Iowa Lane (7-0)
• No action taken on the appointment of Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager

General

The South Manvel Development Authority Board of Directors held a regular session on November 1, 2023. The agenda included consideration of designating an underwriting team and approving previous meeting minutes. No specific projects, contracts, or dollar amounts were listed in the provided agenda text.

• Consideration of designating an underwriting team
• Approval of meeting minutes to date

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission will review final plats for several subdivisions, including Valencia and Meridiana sections. The commission will also consider approving a zoning ordinance amendment that updates definitions, lot area exemptions, and building material requirements to align with state law. Additionally, the body will discuss procedural changes for communicating approval conditions to applicants.

• Final plats for Valencia Section 2 (12.956 acres) and Section 4 (21.112 acres)
• Final plats for Meridiana Section 13A (17.22 acres) and Section 24A (18.64 acres)
• Final plat for Pomona Section 26 (29.564 acres)
• Preliminary plat for Valencia Lake B (8.460 acres)
• Ordinance 2023-O0-40 amending zoning definitions, lot exemptions, and facade materials

The commission approved final plats for several sections of Valencia, Meridiana, and Pomona. A preliminary plat for Valencia Lake B was approved with conditions regarding a drilling site. A proposed zoning ordinance amendment was tabled following discussion on fence engineering requirements.

• Approved Final Plats for Valencia Section 2, Valencia Section 4, Meridiana Section 13A, Meridiana Section 24A, and Pomona Section 26 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Valencia Lake B with condition to revise Note 22 regarding drilling activity (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-O-40 regarding zoning definitions, lot area exemptions, and fence requirements (6-0)
• Approved directing staff to provide applicants written statements of conditions for conditional approvals or reasons for disapproval (6-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (6-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council held a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on the acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Valencia Section 6, which initiates a two-year maintenance period. The agenda also included standard council comments and updates on current city issues.

• Acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Valencia Section 6 to begin the Two-Year Maintenance Period

The City Council approved the acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Valencia Section 6. This action initiates the Two-Year Maintenance Period for the project.

• Approved acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Valencia Section 6 (5-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council and Planning Development and Zoning Commission held a joint meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the city's zoning ordinance. The agenda included a public hearing on changes to definitions, rezoning processes, lot area exemptions, fence requirements, and building facade materials. The proposed ordinance also includes penalties of up to $2,000 per day for violations.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 77 'Zoning' of the Code of Ordinances
• Proposed changes to definitions and the process of rezoning
• Exemption to minimum lot area requirements for non-conforming lots resulting from right-of-way dedication
• Amendments to fence requirements and building facade material standards to reflect House Bill 2439
• Proposed penalty of up to $2,000.00 per day for violations of the zoning ordinance

The Joint City Council and Planning Development and Zoning Commission held a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the city's zoning ordinance. No votes were taken on the ordinance, and the meeting adjourned shortly after the public hearing.

• Adjourned meeting (all-in-favor)

General

The South Manvel Development Authority Board of Directors meets to discuss a pending tax increment bond with their financial advisor. The board will also consider designating an underwriting team for the bond and approve previous meeting minutes. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion/update from financial advisor regarding pending tax increment bond
• Consideration and possible action to designate underwriting team
• Consideration and possible action to approve meeting minutes

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The Manvel City Council will vote on a $410,000 agreement with TxDOT for the Clark Road bridge realignment and appoint Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager. The agenda also includes final votes on ordinances regulating mobile food vendors and special events, as well as an interlocal agreement with Brazoria County for road repairs.

• Resolution 2023-R-27: $410,000 local share for Clark Road bridge realignment with TxDOT
• Ordinance 2023-0-39: Budget amendment for Clark Road bridge realignment
• Appointment of Daniel S. Johnson as City Manager
• Ordinance 2023-O-37: Revised regulations for Mobile Food Units with up to $2,000/day penalty
• Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County for road repairs on Wilson, Dogwood, Tankersley, and Charlotte

City Council approved funding and a TXDOT agreement for the Clark Road bridge realignment and authorized bond issuance for the South Manvel Development Authority. The council also updated regulations for mobile food vendors and special events, and approved a road repair agreement with Brazoria County.

• Approved $410,000 for Clark Road bridge realignment (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County for road repairs on Wilson, Dogwood, Tankersley, and Charlotte (5-0)
• Approved bond issuance for South Manvel Development Authority capped at $20 million (5-0)
• Approved amended Ordinance 2023-O-37 regarding mobile food units, including ice cream trucks (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-38 regarding special event regulations (5-0)
• Appointed five members and two alternates to the Business Advisory Task Force (5-0)
• Appointed Jacob Dubois to Animal Advisory Board Position #4 (5-0)
• Tabled appointment of City Manager and surety bond amount (5-0)

Manvel Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and potentially act on an application for economic development incentives for Manvel Retail LLC. The board will also discuss authorizing members to attend a sales tax workshop and review updates on current and proposed projects. Routine items include receiving the minutes and the Treasurer's Report.

• Executive session on economic development incentives for Manvel Retail LLC
• Action on project application 2023-01 for Manvel Retail LLC
• Discussion on authorizing board attendance at 2023 Economic Development Sales Tax Workshop
• Update on current and future MEDC projects

The board approved sharing half the cost of a grease trap for a strip center to attract a restaurant. Members were also authorized to attend an economic development workshop in November.

• Approved 50% cost-share for Manvel Retail LLC grease trap and plumbing (6-0)
• Authorized board members to attend 2023 Economic Development Sales Tax Workshop (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes and Treasurer's Report (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission meets to review and potentially approve two subdivision plats: a six-month extension for Del Bello Lakes Section Nine and the preliminary plat for Hampton Business Park. The commission also considers an extended stay permit for a recreational vehicle at 5714 Masters Road and discusses amendments to its bylaws.

• Six-month preliminary plat extension for Del Bello Lakes Section Nine (12.7 acres)
• Preliminary plat approval for Hampton Business Park (13.82 acres)
• Extended Stay Permit for a recreational vehicle at 5714 Masters Road
• Discussion on amendment of commission bylaws
• Approval of meeting minutes and excused committee member absences

The Commission approved a plat extension for Del Bello Lakes Section Nine and directed staff to provide written statements for plan approvals and disapprovals. Requests for the Hampton Business Park preliminary plat and an extended stay RV permit were denied.

• Approved six-month preliminary plat extension for Del Bello Lakes Section Nine (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (4-0)
• Preliminary Plat of Hampton Business Park denied (0-4)
• Extended Stay Permit for RV at 5714 Masters Road denied (0-4)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements of conditions for approvals and reasons for disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091 (4-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (4-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council and Planning Development and Zoning Commission held a joint workshop to discuss permissible commercial land uses. The discussion focused on a 30+ acre site in the Del Bello Lakes Planned Unit Development located at the southeast corner of Del Bello Boulevard and SH 288. No votes or final decisions were recorded in the agenda text.

• Discussion of permissible commercial land uses in the Del Bello Lakes PUD
• Site location: southeast corner of Del Bello Boulevard and SH 288
• Site size: 30+ acres

The City Council and Planning Development and Zoning Commission held a workshop to discuss proposed car dealership developments on a 30+ acre site. No formal action was taken to amend the PUD; developers were told they may initiate an amendment or conduct further studies.

• Adjourned meeting (All-in-favor)

City Council

The Manvel City Council will vote on new water and sewer rates and repeal the juvenile curfew ordinance in response to state law. They will also select a new City Manager following an executive session and consider regulations for mobile food vendors and special events. A previously scheduled public hearing on zoning changes was cancelled.

• Ordinance 2023-O-34: Final reading to adopt new water and sewer rates with penalties up to $2,000
• Ordinance 2023-O-35: Repeal of juvenile curfew in response to Texas H.B. 1819
• Selection of a new City Manager following executive session
• Ordinance 2023-O-37: First reading to revise mobile food vendor regulations
• Resolution 2023-R-23: Consent to bond issuance by Sedona Lakes MUD No. 1

City Council approved new water and sewer rates and repealed the juvenile curfew ordinance. The council also voted to negotiate a contract with Dan Johnson for the City Manager position. First readings were approved for updated mobile food vendor and special event regulations.

• Approved new water and sewer rates (7-0)
• Repealed juvenile curfew ordinance (7-0)
• Approved negotiation of contract with Dan Johnson for City Manager (7-0)
• Approved first reading of mobile food vendor regulation updates (7-0)
• Approved first reading of special event regulation updates (7-0)
• Approved consent to bond sale by Sedona Lakes MUD No. 1 (7-0)
• Approved resolution for joint public hearing on zoning changes (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Meridiana Elementary School Site No. 2 (7-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council convened a special meeting to conduct interviews for the City Manager search. The agenda included an executive session for personnel matters and standard procedural items like public comments and council updates. No specific ordinances, budget changes, or land-use decisions were listed for action.

• Executive session for City Manager search interviews
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
• Notice of possible quorum for Planning, Development, and Zoning Commission

The City Council met in executive session to deliberate on the appointment and employment of a public officer regarding City Manager interviews. No substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• No action taken following executive session

City Council

The Manvel City Council convened a special meeting to conduct interviews for the City Manager search in a closed executive session. The agenda also included standard procedural items such as public comments, mayor and council updates, and an adjournment. No public votes or decisions on ordinances, budgets, or zoning were scheduled for this specific meeting.

• Executive Session: City Manager Search - Interviews
• Public Comments: 3-minute limit for items not on the agenda
• Mayor and Council Comments: Updates on current events and city issues

City Council

The Manvel City Council convened a special meeting on September 25, 2023, primarily to conduct interviews for the City Manager position in a closed executive session. The agenda included standard procedural items such as public comments, mayor and council updates, and an adjournment. No specific policy decisions, budget approvals, or zoning changes were listed for public action during this session.

• Executive Session for City Manager Search - Interviews
• Public Comments with 3-minute limit
• Mayor and Council Comments on current events
• Notice of possible quorum for Planning, Development, and Zoning Commission

The City Council met in executive session to discuss the City Manager search and interviews. No substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Held executive session for City Manager search interviews (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss routine planning matters. A scheduled public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments regarding fences and nonconforming structures has been cancelled. The commission will vote on a preliminary plat for a detention reserve subdivision and consider an extended stay permit for a recreational vehicle.

• Approve Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve H-2 Phase 2 (5.09 acres)
• Consider Extended Stay Permit for RV at 5714 Masters Road
• Direct staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals
• Public hearing on zoning amendments for fences and nonconforming land uses is cancelled

General

The South Manvel Development Authority Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially approve agreements for tax roll services and auditing services. The agenda also includes authorizing the preparation of preliminary official statements for Series 2023 Bonds and reviewing the current financial report.

• Agreement with Assessments of the Southwest for tax roll services
• Agreement with Belt Harris Pechacek LLP for auditing services
• Authorization for preliminary official statement regarding Series 2023 Bonds
• Update on SMDA financial report

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and hold a public hearing on a proposed property tax rate of $0.560707 per $100 valuation. The body is also considering new utility rates and various city ordinances.

• Proposed 2023 property tax rate of $0.560707 per $100 valuation
• Proposed new rates for water and sewer (Ordinance 2023-O-34)
• Proposed repeal of juvenile curfew (Ordinance 2023-O-35)
• Proposed grease trap requirements with penalties up to $2,000 per day (Ordinance 2023-O-29)
• Authorization to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement with Kending Keast Collaborative

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and adopted a property tax rate of $0.560000 per $100 valuation, a 35.02% increase, with Mayor Dan Davis voting against. The Council also approved a 15% increase in water and sewer rates and authorized a professional services agreement for city planning updates. A workshop session reviewed the police station construction project, which is currently estimated at $21.4 million, exceeding the original $18 million budget.

• Approved FY2024 Operating and Capital Budget (6-1)
• Adopted 2023 property tax rate of $0.560000 per $100 (6-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-O-34 for 15% water/sewer rate increase (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Ordinance 2023-O-29 (grease traps) and 2023-O-31 (parking) (7-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria County Conservation and Reclamation District Number Three (7-0)
• Authorized negotiation of Professional Services Agreement with Kending Keast Collaborative for city plans (7-0)
• Approved burn ban with conditions based on drought index (7-0)
• Repealed juvenile curfew ordinance in response to state law (7-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council and Planning Development and Zoning Commission are holding a joint workshop. The body will discuss the de-annexation of land for SPG Land Investors LLC and receive staff updates on the Zoning Ordinance.

• Discussion on de-annexation of approximately 10 acres bounded by American Canal, SH 288, Pomona Parkway, and Big Island Drive for SPG Land Investors LLC
• Staff update on legislative changes related to zoning
• Staff update on proposed zoning amendments

The joint workshop consisted of discussions regarding the de-annexation of land for SPG Land Investors LLC and staff updates on the Zoning Ordinance. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Adjourned meeting (10-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve final plats for two subdivisions. The commission will also consider a directive for staff regarding written statements for plan approvals and disapprovals.

• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 14A (15.01 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 4A East (16.84 acres)
• Directive to staff regarding written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved final plats for Meridiana Section 14A and Meridiana Section 4A East. The commission also approved the meeting minutes and excused member absences.

• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Section 14A (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Section 4A East (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (5-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (5-0)
• No action taken on directing staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals

General

The City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss the funding and timing for a new wastewater treatment plant. The meeting includes an executive session to deliberate on economic development negotiations.

• Discussion on timing and funding for a new wastewater treatment plant
• Executive session regarding a 380 agreement with MUD 83 and Hillwood Enterprises

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the timing and funding of a new wastewater treatment plant with an estimated construction cost of $40,455,000. No formal vote was taken on the project's approval, but the Council directed staff to investigate the best funding opportunities.

• Directed staff to research funding opportunities for the wastewater treatment plant
• Recessed meeting until after Joint City Council and PD&Z Workshop (5-0)
• Convened executive session regarding economic development negotiation; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council will hold a workshop and regular session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget, which includes a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase of $1,926,646. The agenda also includes votes on several ordinances regarding tree trimming, grease traps, alarm systems, and residential parking, as well as a variance request for signage at the Manvel Town Center.

• Public hearing on FY2023-2024 budget proposing a $1,926,646 (22.964%) property tax increase
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-O-28 amending tree trimming rules in rights-of-way
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-O-29 amending grease trap requirements for food handlers
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-O-31 adopting new residential parking regulations
• Variance request for wall-mounted signage height at Manvel Town Center PUD

City Council scheduled the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and approved several ordinance readings regarding city codes. The council also approved a signage variance for the Manvel Town Center and a wastewater treatment agreement.

• Scheduled FY 2023-2024 Budget adoption for September 18, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved wastewater treatment agreement between City of Manvel, Gr-M1, Ltd, Brazoria County Mud 56, and Brazoria County Mud 57 (7-0)
• Accepted Kirby Drive Phase 3 infrastructure improvements for maintenance period (7-0)
• Approved amended ordinance for right-of-way tree trimming requiring 72-hour resident notice (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending grease trap requirements for food handlers (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance regulating alarm systems (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance regulating residential parking near schools (7-0)
• Approved wall signage height variance for Manvel Town Center PUD (7-0)

General

The South Manvel Development Authority Board of Directors will discuss tax increment financing calculations and reimbursements to the City of Manvel. The board will also consider approving the FY 2023-24 SMDA Fund Budget and hiring professional services.

• Proposed FY 2023-24 SMDA Fund Budget
• Resolution SMDA_2023-R-01 requesting estimate of value from Brazoria County Appraisal District
• Engagement of Bracewell LLP as special tax counsel
• Engagement of disclosure counsel and an auditor
• Authorization for the City of Manvel to provide administrative services to the Authority

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will consider approvals for a partial replat and a final plat for a 16.84-acre subdivision. The board will also discuss a permit for a recreational vehicle and procedural requirements for applicant notifications.

• Partial Replat of Daffern/Kilbourn Addition
• Extended Stay Permit for an RV at 7716 Bissell Rd
• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 4A East (16.84 acres)

The commission approved a partial replat of the Daffern/Kilbourn Addition and a four-month extended stay permit for an RV. A final plat for Meridiana Section 4A East was tabled, and no action was taken regarding written statements for conditional approvals.

• Approved Partial Replat of Daffern/Kilbourn Addition (6-0)
• Approved 4-month Extended Stay Permit for RV at 7716 Bissell Rd (6-0)
• Tabled Final Plat for Meridiana Section 4A East (6-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (6-0)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The regular session includes voting on city ordinances, infrastructure acceptances, and a 30-day burn ban.

• Proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Emergency road reconstruction of 200 ft of Palm Desert Street
• Ordinance 2023-O-28 regarding tree trimming in the right-of-way with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Ordinance 2023-O-29 regarding food establishment definitions and grease trap requirements with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Infrastructure improvements for Pomona Section 17 and Meridiana Section 54B

The City Council approved a budget amendment for emergency road reconstruction on Palm Desert Street and adopted an updated personnel policies handbook. Council also approved a 30-day burn ban and several infrastructure acceptances. A proposed ordinance regarding food establishments saw no action.

• Approved emergency budget amendment for 200 ft of Palm Desert Street reconstruction (6-0)
• Adopted amended Personnel Policies and Procedures Handbook dated August 22, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-O-28 regarding tree trimming in right-of-way (5-1)
• Approved 30-day burn ban (6-0)
• Approved Road & Bridge Interlocal Agreement FY 2023-2024 with Brazoria County (6-0)
• Approved water/sewer service consent for BCMUD No. 25 for 13.82 acres (6-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Pomona Section 17 and Meridiana Section 54B (6-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with RFP/RFQ for Akery Lake excavation

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will meet to review and potentially approve two final plats for land subdivisions. The body will also discuss requirements for providing written statements to applicants regarding plan approvals or disapprovals.

• Final Plat of Foxtail Palms (80.992 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 4A East (16.84 acres)
• Staff direction regarding written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved the Final Plat for the Foxtail Palms subdivision. The commission also granted a 30-day extension for the Meridiana Section 4A East Final Plat due to infrastructure deficiencies.

• Approved meeting minutes to date (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Foxtail Palms (7-0)
• Approved 30-day extension for Meridiana Section 4A East Final Plat (7-0)

General

The South Manvel Development Authority Board of Directors meets to discuss and potentially approve the engagement of bond counsel and a financial advisor. The board will also consider a proposed contract tax increment revenue bond issue and receive a status update on the Seven Oaks/Meridiana project.

• Consideration of engaging Allen Boone Humphries Robinson LLP as bond counsel
• Consideration of engaging Hilltop Securities Inc. as financial advisor
• Discussion of proposed contract tax increment revenue bond issue
• Status update on Seven Oaks/Meridiana project

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget and consider setting the preliminary 2023 tax rate. The body will also review zoning amendments for a planned unit development and update city signage regulations.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2023-O-21 to allow gasoline stations with convenience stores at Del Bello Boulevard and Cedar Creek Lane
• Proposed preliminary tax rate for 2023
• Resolution 2023-R-19 to adopt a schedule of fees for zoning, platting, and building
• Ordinance 2023-O-24 to revise city-wide sign regulations
• Ordinance 2023-O-26 to rename the Community Services Department as the Public Works Department

City Council approved a preliminary tax rate of .560707 and updated the city's sign ordinance. The council denied a request to allow a gasoline station and convenience store in the Del Bello Lakes PUD. Several infrastructure improvements for Meridiana and Pomona were accepted.

• Denied zoning amendment for gasoline station at Del Bello Blvd and Cedar Creek Ln (0-7)
• Approved preliminary tax rate of .560707 (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-24 revising sign regulations (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-26 renaming Community Services to Public Works Department (7-0)
• Appointed Jose Abraham as city Zoning official (7-0)
• Approved second amendment to Robert Gervais' employment agreement (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-R-19 updating fees for zoning, platting, and building (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Meridiana and Pomona (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding zoning changes for a property at Del Bello Boulevard and Cedar Creek Lane. The body will also consider final plats for two sections of the Valencia subdivision.

• Proposed zoning amendment for gasoline stations with convenience stores at Del Bello Boulevard and Cedar Creek Lane
• Final Plat of Valencia Section 2 (12.956 acres)
• Final Plat of Valencia Section 7 (9.466 acres)
• Proposed penalty up to $2,000 per day for violations of the Del Bello Lakes PUD ordinance

The commission denied a request to allow a gasoline station and convenience store at the northwest corner of Del Bello Boulevard and Cedar Creek Lane. The commission approved final plats for two Valencia subdivision sections with specific conditions. Staff was also directed to provide written statements for conditional approvals or plan disapprovals.

• Denied ordinance to authorize gasoline stations and convenience stores in Del Bello Lakes PUD (0-5)
• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Section 2 with two conditions (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Section 7 with three conditions (5-0)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals and disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (5-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (5-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The agenda also includes the first reading of Ordinance 2023-O-26, which would rename the Community Services Department to the Public Works Department. No other substantive actions or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Proposed Budget
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-O-26 to rename Community Services Department to Public Works Department

City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to rename the Community Services Department as the Public Works Department. The council also held a budget workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 proposed budget.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-O-26 to rename Community Services Department as Public Works Department (6-0)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The Manvel City Council will discuss the FY 2023-2024 budget and a thoroughfare plan in a workshop session. In the regular session, they will consider approving an earnest money contract to sell approximately 2.19 acres of city-owned property located at 19803 Morris Avenue. The agenda also includes votes on naming three new parks, amending sign regulations, and accepting infrastructure improvements for wastewater and lake projects.

• Resolution 2023-R-18: Earnest money contract for sale of ~2.19 acres at 19803 Morris Avenue
• Ordinance 2023-O-24: First reading of amendments to Chapter 53 'Signs' regulations
• Resolutions 2023-R-19, R-20, R-21: Official naming of Akery Pond, Delores Martin Park, and Buddy Williams Park
• Ordinance 2023-O-23: Abandonment of 1.086 acres of right-of-way near Rodeo Palms and Manvel Town Center
• Ordinance 2023-O-25: Amendment to FY 2023 Park Fund Budget for beautification expenses

City Council approved the sale of 2.19 acres of city-owned property on Morris Avenue and officially named three local sites. The council also accepted infrastructure improvements for several wastewater and residential projects and approved a development agreement with Foxtail Sky, LLC.

• Approved sale of 2.19 acres at 19803 Morris Avenue (6-0)
• Named properties Akery Lake, Delores Martin Park, and Buddy Williams Park (6-0)
• Approved development agreement with Foxtail Sky, LLC (6-0)
• Approved first reading of sign ordinance amendments (5-1)
• Approved promotion of Robbie Hall to Director of Community Services (6-0)
• Approved City Manager job description (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Park Fund Budget amendment for beautification (6-0)
• Approved abandonment of 1.086 acres of right-of-way south of Rodeo Palms (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will consider final plats for two detention reserves in the Meridiana area. The board will also discuss providing written statements to applicants regarding the conditions of plan approvals or disapprovals.

• Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve J-2 (17.65 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve H-2 Phase 1 (2.932 acres)
• Proposed requirement for staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or plan disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved the final plats for two Meridiana Detention Reserve subdivisions. The commission also approved excused absences for committee members.

• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve J-2 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve H-2 Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (5-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (5-0)
• No action taken on directing staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals

City Council

The City Council will conduct a workshop to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The meeting includes an executive session to deliberate on the City Manager position.

• Discussion on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Proposed Budget
• Executive session regarding the City Manager position

The City Council conducted a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 featuring presentations from the IT Manager and HR Manager. The council convened in executive session to discuss the City Manager position, but no action was taken.

• No action taken regarding City Manager position after executive session
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop on the FY 2023-2024 budget and a regular session to consider an employment agreement for Interim City Manager Daniel S. Johnson. The body will also vote on zoning changes, right-of-way abandonments, and the creation of several advisory task forces.

• Zoning change for 7218 North Masters Road to authorize use for dentist offices
• Proposed abandonment of 1.086 acres of right-of-way south of Rodeo Palms
• Contract awards for debris management to Crowder Gulf and monitoring to Debris Tech
• Creation of Development Advisory and Business Advisory task forces
• Bid award for Gardens at Croix Park Phase 1 to Landscape Art

City Council approved an employment agreement for Interim City Manager Daniel S. Johnson and decided to conduct the search for a permanent City Manager in-house. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and created two new advisory task forces.

• Approved Interim City Manager employment agreement for Daniel S. Johnson (7-0)
• Directed HR Manager to conduct City Manager search in-house (5-2)
• Approved zoning change to LC-SUP for dentist offices at 7218 North Masters Road (7-0)
• Awarded Phase 1 of Gardens at Croix Park to Landscape Art (7-0)
• Approved creation of Development and Business Advisory Task Forces (6-1)
• Approved revising Capital Improvement Advisory Committee to be independent (7-0)
• Awarded debris management contract to Crowder Gulf and monitoring to Debris Tech (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to abandon 1.086 acres of right-of-way (7-0)

Manvel Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The board will also review meeting minutes and the Treasurer's Report.

• Consideration of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget
• Review of Treasurers’ Report
• Review of meeting minutes

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation approved the FY 2023-2024 budget, which includes a $1.2 million sales tax revenue budget and $100,000 in projected interest income. The board also approved the consent agenda including the treasurer's report and previous minutes.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Budget (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on zoning changes and the abandonment of a public right-of-way. The body will also consider the approval of a final plat for a residential subdivision.

• Proposed zoning amendment for Del Bello Lakes PUD to allow gasoline stations with convenience stores at Del Bello Boulevard and Cedar Creek Lane
• Proposed abandonment of approximately 1.086 acres of a 40-foot wide right-of-way south of Rodeo Palms and north of Manvel Town Center
• Approval of the Final Plat of Valencia Section 2 (12.956 acres)
• Proposed penalty of up to $2,000 per day for violations of the Del Bello Lakes PUD ordinance

The commission approved the abandonment of a 1.086-acre right-of-way and directed staff to provide written statements for plan approvals or disapprovals. A request for the Final Plat of Valencia Section 2 was denied, and a zoning amendment for a gas station at Del Bello Lakes was tabled.

• Approved abandonment of 1.086-acre right-of-way south of Rodeo Palms (6-0)
• Denied Final Plat of Valencia Section 2 (0-6)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-O-21 regarding gas station and signage at Del Bello Lakes (6-0)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091 (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (6-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (6-0)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will discuss the FY 2023-2024 budget and consider an employment separation agreement for City Manager Kyle Jung. The meeting includes a public hearing on a zoning amendment for a dental office and discussions on city drainage projects.

• Proposed zoning change for 0.8616 acres at 7218 North Masters Road to allow dental offices
• Proposed budget amendment to transfer $400,000.00 from fund balance to the general fund
• Consideration of an employment separation agreement for City Manager Kyle Jung
• Design Criteria modification request for 3.76 acres on the south side of Highway 6
• Subdivision variance request for 0.9470 acres at 19429 Hwy 6 regarding sidewalks

City Council approved a budget amendment and an employment separation agreement for City Manager Kyle Jung. The council also appointed a Mayor Pro-Tem and approved a zoning change for a dental office.

• Approved employment separation agreement for City Manager Kyle Jung (6-1)
• Approved budget amendment for City Manager separation expenses (6-1)
• Appointed Jerome Hudson as Mayor Pro-Tem (7-0)
• Approved Design Criteria Manual modification for property on Hwy 6 with conditions (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning change to LC-SUP for dental offices at 7218 North Masters Road (7-0)
• Denied subdivision variance for sidewalks at 19429 Hwy 6 (1-6)
• Directed staff to move forward with Business, Development, and Capital Improvement advisory committees and reactivate Parks and Events boards (7-0)
• Approved infrastructure improvements for MUD 56 Lift Station #2 (7-0)

City Council

The Manvel City Council will meet to consider approving Resolution 2023-R-14. This action involves canvassing the returns from the special runoff election held on June 10, 2023, to elect a councilmember for the unexpired term of Place 2.

• Resolution 2023-R-14: Canvassing returns of the June 10, 2023, special runoff election for Council Place 2

The Manvel City Council approved Resolution 2023-R-14 to canvass the returns of the special runoff election held on June 10, 2023, for the unexpired term of Council Place 2. The resolution passed with a 6-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned shortly after this single agenda item was completed.

• Approved Resolution 2023-R-14 canvassing runoff election returns for Place 2 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

General

The Board of Directors will meet to approve the 2021 Annual Report and review the status of the Seven Oaks/Meridiana project. The board will also consider approval of the April 20, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approval of the 2021 Annual Report
• Project status update for Seven Oaks/Meridiana
• Approval of April 20, 2023, Board Minutes

General

The Tax Reinvestment Zone #3 Board of Directors will meet to approve the 2021 Annual Report. The board will also receive a status update on the Seven Oaks/Meridiana project.

• Approval of the 2021 Annual Report
• Project status update for Seven Oaks/Meridiana
• Approval of April 20, 2023 board minutes

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone 0.8616 acres at 7218 North Masters Road from Light Commercial to Light Commercial with Specific Use Permit for a dental office. The agenda also includes approval of final and preliminary plats for several subdivisions, including Pomona Sections 25 and 26 and Meridiana Sections 10A and 10B. Additionally, the commission will consider a design criteria modification request for drainage on land south of Highway 6.

• Public hearing on rezoning 0.8616 acres at 7218 North Masters Road for dental offices
• Approval of Final Plat for Valencia Lift Station (0.207 acres)
• Approval of Preliminary Plats for Pomona Section 25 (46.321 acres) and Section 26 (29.564 acres)
• Consideration of Preliminary Plats for Meridiana Section 10A (18.19 acres) and 10B (10.05 acres)
• Review of Design Criteria Modification request for 3.76 acres south of Highway 6

The commission approved a zoning amendment to allow dental offices at 7218 North Masters Road with ten specific conditions. Several plats for Pomona and Meridiana were approved, while a design criteria modification for pump detention was denied.

• Approved zoning change for dental offices at 7218 North Masters Road (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Lift Station (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Pomona Section 25 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Pomona Section 26 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Pomona Section 25 (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plats for Meridiana Section 10A and 10B with drainage conditions (6-0)
• Denied Design Criteria Modification for pump detention on Highway 6 (2-4)
• Directed staff to provide written statements of conditions or reasons for disapproval to applicants (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss tax rates and budget priorities before a regular session. The body will consider budget amendments and the appointment of several Municipal Court judges.

• Ordinance 2023-O-20 to amend the FY 2023 Capital Projects Fund budget for bond proceeds
• Proposed transfer of $400,000.00 from fund balance into the general fund
• Appointment of Catherine Samaan, Syed Imam, Pat Monks, and Michael Culling to Municipal Court
• Acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Pursley Boulevard Phase 4 and 5
• Discussion on creating new boards including Business, Development, and Parks & Recreation

Council approved an ordinance to amend the FY 2023 budget to account for bond proceeds and capital project updates. The council also appointed a presiding judge, two associate judges, and an emeritus judge to the Municipal Court. A proposal to transfer $400,000 from the fund balance to the general fund failed to pass.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-20 amending FY 2023 Budget (6-0)
• Denied transfer of $400,000 from fund balance to general fund (3-3)
• Appointed Catherine Samaan as Presiding Judge of Municipal Court (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Syed Imam and Pat Monks as Associate Judges of Municipal Court (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Michael Culling as Emeritus Judge of Municipal Court (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-12 adopting rules of procedure for meetings (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-13 updating bank account signature cards (6-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Pursley Boulevard Phase 4 and 5 (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will consider several final and preliminary plats for residential and business subdivisions. The body will also discuss street dedications and staff procedures for notifying applicants of plat conditions.

• Final Plat of Valencia Lake D (12.339 acres)
• Final plat of Pomona Section 28 (74.541 acres)
• Final Plats of Valencia Section 3 (24.833 acres) and Section 4 (21.112 acres)
• Preliminary Plats for Valencia Section 9 (21.96 acres) and Section 8 (19.9 acres)
• Preliminary Plat of Hampton Business Park (13.82 acres)

The Commission approved final and preliminary plats for multiple sections of the Valencia subdivision, some with conditions. The Preliminary Plat for Hampton Business Park and a street dedication for Kirby Drive and Rodeo Palms Parkway were both denied.

• Approved Final Plats for Valencia Lake D and Pomona Section 28 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Section 3 with one condition (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Section 4 with one condition (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Valencia Section 9 with four conditions (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Valencia Section 8 with one condition (6-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat of Hampton Business Park (0-6)
• Denied Final Plat for Kirby Drive and Rodeo Palms Parkway Street Dedication (0-6)
• Directed staff to provide applicants written statements of conditions or reasons for disapproval (6-0)

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss parliamentary procedures and consider an ordinance to order a run-off election for the unexpired term of Council Place 2. The body will also review infrastructure improvements and a price index adjustment from Waste Connections.

• Ordinance 2023-O-18 to order a run-off election on June 10, 2023, for Council Place 2
• Acceptance of infrastructure improvements for Meridiana NE Village Recreation Center
• Notice from Waste Connections regarding CPI-U adjustment
• Recognition of Officer of the Year Jerry Alvarez

The City Council approved a run-off election for the unexpired term of Council Place 2 to be held on June 10, 2023. The council also approved a consent agenda including infrastructure acceptance and a waste service price adjustment.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-18 ordering a run-off election for Council Place 2 on June 10, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Meridiana NE Village Recreation Center to begin two-year maintenance period (6-0)
• Accepted notice from Waste Connections regarding CPI-U adjustment (6-0)
• Accepted meeting minutes to date (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving resolutions to certify the results of the May 6 general and special elections. This includes the election of a mayor, two councilmembers, and a councilmember for the unexpired term of Place 2.

• Resolution 2023-R-09: Canvassing results for Mayor and two Councilmembers
• Resolution 2023-R-10: Canvassing results for Councilmember Place 2 unexpired term
• Resolution 2023-R-11: Canvassing results for Proposition 1 (citizen-initiated ordinance regarding developer exemptions and a $10.00 fee)
• Resolution 2023-R-11: Canvassing results for Proposition 2 (Council-proposed ordinance regarding resident exemptions and a $0.00 fee)

The City Council approved three resolutions to canvass election returns from May 6, 2023. These included the general election for Mayor and two councilmembers, a special election for Council Place 2, and a special election regarding two propositions on developer and resident exemptions.

• Approved Resolution 2023-R-09 canvassing May 6 general election results (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-10 canvassing May 6 special election for Council Place 2 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-11 canvassing May 6 special election for Propositions 1 and 2 (5-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will review and potentially approve final plats for several land subdivisions. The body will also discuss providing written statements to applicants regarding the conditions of plan approvals or disapprovals.

• Final Plat of Valencia Section 5 (19.744 acres)
• Final Plat of Valencia Section 6 (6.620 acres)
• Final Plat of Pomona Section 25 (46.321 acres)
• Final Plat of Foxtail Palms (79.816 acres)
• Staff direction regarding written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091

The commission approved final plats for Valencia Section 5 and Section 6. A final plat for Pomona Section 25 was denied following staff recommendations regarding expired approvals. The commission also directed staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals per state law.

• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Section 5 (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Valencia Section 6 (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (4-0)
• Denied Final Plat of Pomona Section 25 (0-4)
• Accepted withdrawal of Final Plat of Foxtail Palms (4-0)
• Directed staff to provide written statements for plat conditions or disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091 (4-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Riverway Retail development and consider an ordinance to reduce the minimum distance between mobile food units from 300 to 100 yards. The body will also review infrastructure improvements for Pomona Lake I and Diamond Storage.

• Ordinance 2023-0-16 to change mobile food vendor distance from 300 to 100 yards
• Infrastructure improvements for Pomona Lake I and Diamond Storage
• Real estate brokerage service agreements with David J.H. Smith (Boatman Realty, LLC)
• Temporary assignment agreements for resale of surface water from Brazos River Authority
• Appointments to TIRZ 3 and SMDA boards

City Council approved several board appointments for TIRZ 3 and SMDA and authorized the City Manager to enter into agreements for the temporary resale of surface water. The council also accepted infrastructure improvements for Pomona Lake I and Diamond Storage. A proposed ordinance regarding mobile food vendor distance requirements saw no action.

• Approved infrastructure improvements for Pomona Lake I and Diamond Storage to begin two-year maintenance (6-0)
• Approved updated real estate brokerage service agreements with David J.H. Smith of Boatman Realty, LLC (6-0)
• Authorized City Manager to enter into temporary assignment agreements for resale of surface water from Brazos River Authority (6-0)
• Approved TIRZ 3 Board appointments: Nicole Mitchell, Kim Bickham, Devon Jones, and future Finance Director (6-0)
• Approved SMDA Board appointments: Debra Davison, Kim Bickham, Devon Jones, Nicole Mitchell, and future Finance Director (6-0)
• No action taken on Ordinance 2023-O-16 regarding mobile food vendor distance requirements

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will consider a master plan amendment and three separate plat approvals. The body will also discuss requirements for providing written statements to applicants regarding plan approvals or disapprovals.

• Valencia Master Plan Amendment No. 1 for 438.4 acres
• Preliminary Plat for Pomona Section 29 (13.1 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve 'Z' Phase 1 (18.34 acres)
• Final Plat for Kirby Drive and Rodeo Palms Parkway Street Dedication (11.038 acres)

The commission approved the Valencia Master Plan Amendment No. 1 and two preliminary plats with specific conditions. A final plat for Kirby Drive and Rodeo Palms Parkway street dedication was denied. The board also directed staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals and disapprovals.

• Approved Valencia Master Plan Amendment No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Pomona Section 29 with condition (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve 'Z' Phase 1 with conditions (5-0)
• Denied Final Plat for Kirby Drive and Rodeo Palms Parkway Street Dedication (0-5)
• Approved directing staff to provide applicants written statements for conditional approvals and disapprovals (5-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (5-0)

General

The Animal Shelter Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss board duties and police animal pick-up procedures. The committee will also review the Annual Kennel Inspection Report.

• Review of the Annual Kennel Inspection Report
• Discussion on Animal Shelter Advisory Board duties
• Update on Police Department animal pick-up procedures

General

The Board of Directors will discuss the status of the Seven Oaks/Meridiana project. The board will also receive an update regarding the authorization for city staff to hire auditing firms and financial consultants.

• Project status update for Seven Oaks/Meridiana
• Update on authorization to obtain auditing firms and financial consultants

General

The Tax Reinvestment Zone #3 Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially take action on agenda items. The meeting includes a status update on the Seven Oaks/Meridiana project.

• Project status update for Seven Oaks/Meridiana
• Approval of Board Minutes from April 27, 2022

ZBOA

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a zoning variance for a 0.972-acre tract of land. The board will consider whether to approve a variance to the minimum lot size requirements for the Open-Single Family Residential (O-SFR) zoning district.

• Public hearing for a zoning variance to Section 77-27 (B) (1) regarding minimum lot size for 0.972 acres on the southern side of Pollard Drive

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance to the minimum lot size for approximately 0.972 acres of land on the southern side of Pollard Drive. The approval includes conditions that the variance expires if the acreage changes or the zoning designation changes from Open-Single Family Residential (O-SFR).

• Approved minimum lot size variance for Pollard Drive property (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating mobile food vendor distance requirements and denying a distribution rate increase from CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC. The body is also reviewing a master plan for Avellino and infrastructure improvements for two residential sections.

• Ordinance 2023-O-16 to change mobile food unit minimum distance from 300 to 100 yards
• Resolution 2023-R-07 to deny CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC's application to increase distribution rates
• Master Plan for Avellino subdivision of 49.58 acres
• Infrastructure improvements for Del Bello Lakes Section 8 and Pomona Section 24
• Resolution 2023-R-08 to adopt a revised Design Criteria Manual for subdivision improvement standards

The City Council passed several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and development standards. They denied a request by CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC to increase distribution rates and rejected a master plan for Avellino. An ordinance regarding mobile food vendor distance requirements was tabled.

• Denied CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC distribution rate increase (6-0)
• Denied Master Plan for Avellino (0-6)
• Approved Ninth Amendment to Development Agreement for Pomona (6-0)
• Approved revised Design Criteria Manual for subdivision improvement standards (6-0)
• Approved agreement with State of Texas for roadway signs (6-0)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements for plan approvals/disapprovals (6-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-O-16 regarding mobile food vendor distance requirements (6-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Del Bello Lakes Section 8 and Pomona Section 24 (6-0)

Manvel Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation will meet to review the audit for the year ended September 30, 2022. The board will also introduce new members and nominate officers for the positions of President, Vice President, and Secretary.

• Approval of the MEDC Audit for the year ended September 30, 2022
• Nomination and appointment of MEDC President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Update on MEDC Projects
• Introduction of newly appointed board members

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation approved the audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. The board also nominated and appointed its President, Vice-President, and Secretary.

• Approved 2022 MEDC Audit (7-0)
• Appointed Robina Spruill as President, Jason Black as Vice-President, and Karen Kinlaw as Secretary (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission will review and potentially approve final plats for several new subdivisions, including Del Bello Lakes, Pomona Lake, and Valencia sections. The agenda also includes consideration of the Meridiana General Development Plan amendment and the Avellino Master Plan, which would be forwarded to City Council. Additionally, the commission will discuss an extended stay permit for a recreational vehicle and procedural items regarding approval conditions.

• Approve Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Section 8 (12.908 acres)
• Approve Final Plat of Pomona Lake 'E' and 'H' (43.122 acres)
• Consider Final Plat of Valencia Section 5 (19.744 acres) and Section 6 (6.620 acres)
• Consider Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment #22
• Consider Master Plan for Avellino (49.58 acres) for recommendation to City Council

The Commission approved final plats for Del Bello Lakes Section 8 and Pomona Lake 'E' and 'H'. It denied final plats for Valencia Sections 5 and 6, the Avellino Master Plan, and an RV extended stay permit. The Commission also directed staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals and disapprovals per state law.

• Approved Final Plat for Del Bello Lakes Section 8 (6-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Pomona Lake 'E' and 'H' (6-0)
• Final Plat of Valencia Section 5 denied (0-7)
• Final Plat of Valencia Section 6 denied (0-7)
• Accepted withdrawal of Meridiana General Development Plan Amendment #22 (7-0)
• Master Plan for Avellino denied (0-7)
• Extended Stay Permit for RV at 8406 W. Sheri Circle denied (2-5)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements for plan approvals/disapprovals (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing the issuance of over $34 million in combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation. The body is also reviewing zoning changes for a dental office and updated regulations for mobile food vendors.

• Proposed issuance of $34,495,000 in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2023
• Zoning amendment for 17205 Highway 6 / Morris Ave to allow for dental offices
• Proposed change to mobile food vendor minimum distance requirements from 300 to 100 yards
• Interlocal Agreement with Brazoria Drainage District No. 4 to backfill a sandpit on CR 58

City Council approved the issuance of combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation and an interlocal agreement for sandpit backfilling. A proposed ordinance regarding mobile food vendor distance requirements was tabled.

• Approved $34,495,000 in combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation (6-1)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Brazoria Drainage District No. 4 to backfill sandpit on CR 58 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-15 to grant a specific use permit for dentist offices at 17205 Highway 6 / Morris Ave (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-O-16 regarding mobile food vendor distance requirements (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission is meeting to review and potentially approve final plats for three subdivisions. The commission will also discuss internal leadership appointments and staff notification procedures for plat approvals.

• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 32B (0.2269 acres)
• Final Plat for Meridiana Section 54B (21.70 acres)
• Final Plat for Valencia Section 1 (9.734 acres)
• Appointment of Commission Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Discussion on providing written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091

The commission approved final plats for Meridiana Sections 32B and 54B, and Valencia Section 1 with conditions. The board also appointed its leadership for the term and directed staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals.

• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Section 32B (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Section 54B (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Valencia Section 1 with three conditions (7-0)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals and disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091 (7-0)
• Appointed Ryan Miller as Chair, Kyle Marasckin as Vice-Chair, and Christy Kennard as Secretary (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the amount of debt to post for the construction of a new City Hall, Police Department, and Community Services Building. The body will also review several ordinances to vacate public rights-of-way and a zoning change for a dental office.

• Proposed zoning change for a 0.5727-acre tract at 17205 Highway 6 / Morris Ave for dental offices
• Proposed amendment to mobile food vendor rules to reduce minimum distance requirements from 300 to 100 yards
• Five ordinances (2023-O-10 through 2023-O-14) to vacate and close various public rights-of-way
• Resolution 2023-R-06 to suspend CenterPoint Energy's proposed interim GRIP rate adjustments
• Subdivision Variance request for 3.9284 acres at the corner of Cemetery Rd and Scott Street

City Council authorized posting debt for a new Police Department, Community Services Building, and City Hall. The council also approved several right-of-way vacations and a zoning permit for a dentist office.

• Approved posting debt for Police Department ($21M), Community Services ($8M), and City Hall ($6M) (6-1)
• Approved first reading of zoning for dentist office at 17205 Highway 6 / Morris Ave with conditions (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance reducing mobile food vendor distance from 300 to 100 yards (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision Variance for land at Cemetery Rd and Scott Street (7-0)
• Approved 2022 City Audit (7-0)
• Appointed Derek Dalmolin to the Zoning Board of Adjustments (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-06 suspending CenterPoint Energy interim GRIP rate adjustments (7-0)
• Approved Ordinances 2023-O-10, 2023-O-11, 2023-O-12, 2023-O-13, and 2023-O-14 to vacate public rights-of-way (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a specific use permit for a dental office. The board will also consider several plats for land subdivisions and appoint commission officers.

• Zoning amendment for 0.5727 acres at 17205 Highway 6 / Morris Ave to allow dental offices
• Final Plat for Del Bello Section 8 (12.908 acres)
• Final Plat of Kirby Drive Street Dedication No. 3 (4.043 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 5 East (11.79 acres)
• Appointment of Commission Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary

The commission approved a specific use permit for a dentist office at 17205 Highway 6 and approved two plats with conditions. One final plat for Del Bello Section 8 was denied due to required corrections.

• Approved Specific Use Permit for dentist office at 17205 Highway 6 with conditions (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Kirby Drive Street Dedication No. 3 with condition to provide signed title policy (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 5 East with condition to provide drainage district approval (4-0)
• Denied Final Plat for Del Bello Section 8 (0-4)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements of conditions or reasons for disapproval to applicants (4-0)
• Tabled appointments for Commission Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold five public hearings regarding the vacation and abandonment of various public rights-of-way. The body will also consider a zoning amendment for a car wash and discuss the city's sign ordinance.

• Public hearings on vacating rights-of-way in Suburban Gardens Subdivision and Dr. A. A. Luther Subdivision
• Final reading of Ordinance 2023-0-09 to authorize a car wash at Hwy 6 / Morris Ave and Bluewater Street
• Discussion on the Sign Ordinance during the workshop session
• Acceptance of infrastructure for Del Bello Lakes Phase 3, Manvel Town Center Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Meridiana Detention Basins
• Proclamation for Flood Safety Awareness Week (March 6 - March 10, 2023)

City Council approved a specific use permit for a car wash and the Master Plan for the 125.58-acre Manvel Palms subdivision. The council also appointed members to the Economic Development Corporation and Planning Development and Zoning boards.

• Approved zoning change for car wash at SH 6/Morris Ave and Bluewater St (7-0)
• Approved Master Plan for Manvel Palms subdivision (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft amendments to the Sign Ordinance (7-0)
• Appointed Karen Kinlaw, Robina Spruill, Damon Collins, Jason Black, and Rigoberto Juarez to the Economic Development Corporation Board (7-0)
• Appointed Kyle Marasckin, Ryan Miller, Mary Ann Atkinson, and Kenneth Haynes to the Planning Development and Zoning Board (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Authorized City Manager to execute commercial lease for Manvel Library (7-0)
• Approved first readings of five ordinances to vacate various public rights-of-way (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Del Bello Lakes Phase 3, Manvel Town Center WWTP, and Meridiana Detention Basins (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission meets to discuss and potentially approve the Master Plan for the Manvel Palms subdivision, a 125.58-acre project. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approving meeting minutes, directing staff to provide written reasons for any conditional approvals or disapprovals of plans, and approving excused absences for committee members.

• Master Plan for Manvel Palms subdivision (125.58 acres, Section 75, A-299)
• Directive for staff to provide written statements on conditional approvals and disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Approval of excused committee member absences

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved and forwarded the Master Plan for Manvel Palms to the City Council. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and excused member absences.

• Approved and forwarded Manvel Palms Master Plan for 125.58 acres to City Council (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes to date (4-0)
• Approved excused committee member absences (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning amendment to allow a car wash at the intersection of State Highway 6/Morris Ave and Bluewater Street. The body will also vote on adopting updated 2021 international building, plumbing, and fire codes.

• Zoning change for a 1.641-acre tract at State Highway 6/Morris Ave and Bluewater Street to allow a car wash
• Adoption of 2021 International Building, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation, Mechanical, Residential, Property Maintenance, and Swimming Pool and Spa Codes
• Adoption of the 2020 National Electrical Code and 2021 International Fire Code
• Subdivision variance request for 14.13 acres at 7207 Jordan Road regarding street and sidewalk requirements
• Participation in Texas state settlements with opioid litigants including CVS, Allergan, Walgreens, and Walmart

The City Council adopted updated 2021 International building, plumbing, fuel gas, energy, mechanical, residential, and property maintenance codes. Council also approved a specific use permit for a car wash and a subdivision variance. No action was taken regarding the City Manager's employment terms.

• Adopted 2021 International building and technical codes (7-0)
• Adopted 2020 National Electrical Code (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 International Fire Code (7-0)
• Approved first reading of zoning for car wash at Hwy 6/Bluewater St with conditions (7-0)
• Approved subdivision variance for 14.13 acres at 7207 Jordan Road with conditions (7-0)
• Approved participation in Texas opioid litigation settlements (7-0)
• Approved hiring Robert Half and Associates to recruit a Finance Director (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Pursley Blvd Phase 7 and Rogers Rd/Wilson Dr (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone a 1.641-acre tract near State Highway 6 and Bluewater Street to allow a car wash. The commission will also consider approving preliminary plats for two sections of the Meridiana subdivision and discuss updates on pending litigation involving the city.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1.641 acres at SW corner of SH 6/Morris Ave and Bluewater St for a car wash
• Consideration of Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 10A (11.19 acres)
• Consideration of Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 10B (16.99 acres)
• Executive session to discuss litigation: Rise Communities, LLC and GR-M1, LTD. vs. Manvel PD&Z Commission
• Consideration of Extended Stay Permit for an RV at 7716 Bissell Road

The commission approved a specific use permit for a car wash at Highway 6 and Bluewater Street with 10 conditions. It denied preliminary plats for Meridiana Sections 10A and 10B. An extended stay permit for an RV at 7716 Bissell Road was also approved.

• Approved zoning amendment and specific use permit for car wash at Hwy 6/Bluewater St (6-0)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 10A (0-6)
• Denied Preliminary Plat for Meridiana Section 10B (0-6)
• Approved Extended Stay Permit for RV at 7716 Bissell Road (6-0)
• Directed staff to provide applicants written statements of conditions for approvals and reasons for disapprovals (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider and possibly approve Ordinance 2023-O0-05. This ordinance would order a special election regarding proposed amendments to the city code of ordinances concerning developer exemptions and fees.

• Ordinance 2023-O0-05: Special election on May 6, 2023, regarding citizen-initiated and council-proposed amendments to Chapter 62 of the Code of Ordinances
• Proposed exemption for developers/residents building single-family residences for themselves
• Proposed fee limits of $10.00 (citizen-initiated) or $0.00 (council-proposed) for certain related fees

The Manvel City Council approved Ordinance 2023-O-05 to hold a special election on May 6, 2023. Voters will decide between a citizen-initiated ordinance and a Council-proposed alternative regarding exemptions for residents building single-family homes. The vote passed 5-0, with two council members absent.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-O-05 for special election on May 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn meeting approved (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordering a general election and a special election for May 6, 2023. The body is also reviewing updates to the city's technical building, plumbing, and fire codes, as well as right-of-way acquisitions for three streets.

• Ordinances to regulate special events and mobile food vendors with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Subdivision variance requests for 7926 Bissell Road (2.29 acres) and land along Big Island Dr/CR 88 (1.42 acres)
• Right-of-way acquisition discussions for Kirby Drive, Clark Road, and Charlotte Street
• Adoption of 2021 International Building, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation, Mechanical, Residential, Property Maintenance, and Swimming Pool and Spa Codes
• Resolution 2023-R-04 to adopt a schedule of fees for zoning, platting, and building

City Council approved general and special elections for May 6, 2023, and adopted several updated 2021 international building and fire codes. The Council also directed staff to create a city-led initiative for the May ballot regarding a subdivision petition and approved two subdivision variances.

• Approved general and special elections for May 6, 2023 (7-0)
• Directed staff to create a city initiative for the May ballot and consult with the petitioner's committee (7-0)
• Approved first readings of 2021 International Building, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation, Mechanical, Residential, Property Maintenance, and Swimming Pool codes (7-0)
• Approved first reading of 2021 International Fire Code (7-0)
• Approved 2020 National Electrical Code first reading (7-0)
• Approved subdivision variances for 7926 Bissell Road and a tract on Big Island Dr with conditions (7-0)
• Approved 7% pay raise for City Attorney (7-0)
• Approved new fee schedule for zoning, platting, and building (7-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve plat extensions and final plats for two developments. The commission will also consider a directive for staff to provide written statements regarding the conditions of plan approvals or disapprovals.

• Six-month Preliminary plat extension for Foxtail Palms (80.958 acres)
• Final Plat of Pomona Lake "E" and "A" (43.122 acres)
• Proposed directive for staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or disapprovals per Texas Local Government Code §212.0091

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved a six-month preliminary plat extension for the Foxtail Palms subdivision. The commission denied the final plat for Pomona Lake "E" and "H" after staff recommended denial due to unresolved items. The commission also voted to direct staff to provide written explanations for conditional approvals and disapprovals.

• Approved six-month preliminary plat extension for Foxtail Palms (7-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Denied final plat for Pomona Lake "E" and "H" (0-7)
• Approved directive for staff to provide written statements on plat conditions and disapprovals (7-0)
• No action taken on excused committee member absences

City Council Workshop and Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop and regular session to discuss the creation of a special district and the issuance of certificates of obligation. The body is also considering new regulations for special events and mobile food vendors.

• Zoning change for 13.82 acres at 11700 Magnolia Parkway from residential to light commercial
• Specific Use Permit for a gasoline station and convenience store at 2951 County Road 58/ Croix Rd
• Proposed ordinance to regulate special events and mobile food vendors
• Proposed update to the 2021 International Building Code
• Initiative petition to exempt certain developers from specific code provisions and cap fees at $10.00

City Council approved two zoning amendments and the first readings of ordinances to regulate special events and mobile food vendors. The council also authorized the pursuit of a special district and the issuance of certificates of obligation.

• Changed 13.82 acres at 11700 Magnolia Parkway from residential to light commercial (5-0)
• Granted specific use permit for gasoline stations with convenience stores at 2951 County Road 58/ Croix Rd (5-0)
• Accepted infrastructure for Manvel Town Center Water Line Interconnect and Water Plant (5-0)
• Approved road easement for Carpenter Road (5-0)
• Updated bank signature cards at First State Bank (5-0)
• Authorized notice for creation of a special district and engagement of legal counsel (5-0)
• Authorized notice of intention to issue certificates of obligation (5-0)
• Approved first readings of ordinances regulating special events and mobile food vendors (5-0)

Manvel Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

The Manvel Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss utility extensions to attract and grow local businesses. The board will also receive a treasurer's report and an update on board positions.

• Discussion on extending utilities along Highway 6 and/or FM 1128
• Update on board positions
• Review of Treasurer's Report

The board approved the consent agenda, including previous minutes and the Treasurer's Report. Members discussed extending sewer and water utilities along Highway 6 and FM 1128 to attract commercial developers.

• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes and Treasurers' Report (6-0)

Planning Development and Zoning Commission

The Planning Development and Zoning Commission will consider several preliminary plat extensions and final plats for local subdivisions. The body will also discuss pending litigation in an executive session.

• Preliminary plat extensions for Meridiana Section 25A, Detention Reserve W, and Section 7 East
• Final plats for Meridiana Detention Reserve A-2, Detention Reserve B-2, and Section 32B
• Final plat for Valencia Lakes E and F (20.080 acres)
• Final plat for Meridiana Section 4A East (16.84 acres)
• Partial replat of Paulose-Madhu Addition

The Manvel Planning Development and Zoning Commission approved six-month preliminary plat extensions for three Meridiana sections and final plats for two Meridiana detention reserves and Valencia Lakes E and F. The commission rejected final plats for Meridiana Section 32B and Section 4A East, as well as a partial replat for the Paulose-Madhu Addition, with all three rejections passing 0-5. The commission also directed staff to provide written explanations for conditional approvals and disapprovals.

• Approved six-month preliminary plat extension for Meridiana Section 25A
• Approved six-month preliminary plat extension for Meridiana Detention Reserve W
• Approved six-month preliminary plat extension for Meridiana Section 7 East
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve A-2
• Approved Final Plat for Meridiana Detention Reserve B-2
• Approved Final Plat for Valencia Lakes E and F
• Rejected Final Plat for Meridiana Section 32B (0-5)
• Rejected Final Plat for Meridiana Section 4A East (0-5)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning amendments and discuss financing options for city infrastructure. The body will also consider a subdivision variance and the creation of a Community Events Coordinator position.

• Zoning change for 5.742 acres at 2951 County Road 58 to allow gasoline stations with convenience stores
• Zoning change for 13.82 acres at 11700 Magnolia Parkway from residential to light commercial
• Subdivision variance request for 8080 Bailey Rd to allow development without sidewalks
• Approval of Manvel Palms Master Plan for 125.58 acres
• Discussion on hiring a Community Events Coordinator

City Council approved the first reading of two zoning ordinances and a subdivision variance for a property on Bailey Road. The council denied the Manvel Palms Master Plan due to the need for a traffic study.

• Approved first reading of zoning change for 2951 County Road 58 to allow gas station expansion with conditions (7-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 11700 Magnolia Parkway from residential to light commercial (7-0)
• Denied Manvel Palms Master Plan for 125.58 acres (0-7)
• Approved subdivision variance to allow development without sidewalks at 8080 Bailey Rd (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-R-21 regarding Brazoria County MUD No. 40 acreage (7-0)
• Approved directing staff to provide written statements for conditional approvals or plan disapprovals (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Manvel Town Center Public Utilities Phase 1B maintenance period (7-0)