Tomball public meetings in 2020

Regular City Council Meeting

The Tomball City Council will vote on three zoning changes affecting residential and industrial land. The agenda also includes a $300,000 expenditure for Jerry Matheson Park and a public hearing on annexing a 3.119-acre tract.

• Rezoning 5 acres at 12118 Holderrieth Road from Single-Family 20 Estate to Light Industrial
• Rezoning 20.78 acres on Cherry Street from Agricultural to Single-Family 6
• Rezoning 13.4 acres on Brown Road from Planned Development to Single-Family 6
• Authorizing $300,000 for improvements to Jerry Matheson Park at 1240 Ulrich Rd
• Public hearing on annexing a 3.119-acre tract at 11234 Spell Road

City Council approved $300,000 for Jerry Matheson Park improvements and up to $45,000 in incentives for Power Now, LLC. Two zoning changes were approved on first reading, while a third request was denied. The Council also initiated annexation proceedings for a 3.119-acre tract on Spell Road.

• Approved $300,000 for Jerry Matheson Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 5 acres at 12118 Holderrieth Road to Light Industrial (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 20.78 acres on Cherry Street to Single-Family 6 (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of 13.4 acres on Brown Road to Single-Family 6 (5-0)
• Approved intention to annex 3.119 acres at 11234 Spell Road (5-0)
• Approved up to $45,000 in incentives for Power Now, LLC headquarters relocation (5-0)
• Approved December 7, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)

Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the status of impact fees. The body will also consider filing a semi-annual report on the progress of the Capital Improvement Plan as required by Texas Local Government Code.

• Status of Impact Fees
• Semi-annual report on the Capital Improvements Plan
• Approval of June 8, 2020 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three requests to amend the city's zoning ordinances. The body will also consider the approval of one final plat and two replats.

• Rezoning of 5 acres at 12118 Holderrieth Road from Single-Family 20 Estate to Light Industrial
• Rezoning of 20.78 acres on the east side of Cherry Street from Agricultural to Single-Family 6
• Rezoning of 13.4 acres on the south side of Brown Road from Planned Development and Single-Family 20 Estate to Single-Family 6
• Final plat for Cherry Pines, Section 3 (39.2628 acres)
• Replats for Wanko One and Nikhill Replat

Regular City Council Meeting

The Tomball City Council will discuss economic development projects and zoning amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District and appointments to the Tourism Advisory Committee.

• Proposed $300,000 for improvements to Jerry Matheson Park at 1240 Ulrich Rd.
• Proposed incentives up to $108,000 for INVACOR Solutions, LLC at 11211 FM 2920 Rd.
• Proposed incentives up to $18,000 for Houston Poly Bag I, Ltd at 11211 FM 2920 Rd.
• Ordinance No. 2020-33 to allow zero front or rear building lines in parts of the Old Town Area
• Ordinance No. 2020-34 altering speed limits on Pine Meadows Street, Pine Woods Street, and Scotch Pine Street

City Council approved funding for park improvements and business incentives through the Tomball Economic Development Corporation. The council also adopted ordinances regarding zoning in the Old Town Area and speed limit changes on three streets.

• Approved Ordinance 2020-33 allowing zero front or rear building lines in specific Old Town Area lots
• Approved Ordinance 2020-34 altering speed limits on Pine Meadows, Pine Woods, and Scotch Pine Streets
• Reappointed Stephen Hughes, Holly Cook, and Melanie Sutton to the Tourism Advisory Committee
• Approved Resolution 2020-43 creating the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District
• Approved Tomball Information Center Mural Design
• Approved $300,000 for improvements to Jerry Matheson Park (First Reading)
• Approved agreement with INVACOR Solutions, LLC for corporate headquarters relocation (up to $108,000)
• Approved agreement with Houston Poly Bag I, Ltd for facility expansion (up to $18,000)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss updating utility account deposit rules and amending the Master Fee Schedule. The body is also considering zoning changes for the Old Town area and altering speed limits on certain city streets.

• Ordinance No. 2020-32: Updating utility account deposits and refunds
• Resolution No. 2020-38: Amending Utility Rate Computation and Impact Fee effective dates
• Resolution No. 2020-42: Calling for a public hearing on creating a Public Improvement District
• Zoning Case P20-295: Proposed zero front or rear building lines for specific lots in Old Town
• Ordinance No. 2020-34: Altering prima facie speed limits on certain streets

City Council adopted new regulations for utility account deposits and updated zoning for the Old Town and Mixed-Use District. The council also approved changes to the master fee schedule and altered speed limits on three streets.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-32 updating utility account deposits and refunds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-38 amending utility rate computation and impact fee dates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-42 calling for a public hearing on a new Public Improvement District (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-33 on first reading to allow zero front or rear building lines in parts of Old Town (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-34 on first reading altering speed limits on Pine Meadows, Pine Woods, and Scotch Pines Streets (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2020 meetings (unanimous)

Special Joint Council and TEDC Meeting

The Tomball City Council and the Tomball Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) will meet for a joint workshop session. The discussion will focus on enhancements for alleys in Downtown Tomball.

• Workshop Session regarding Downtown Tomball Alley Enhancements

Regular City Council

The Tomball City Council will consider adopting a zoning change for land on South Persimmon Street and updating utility deposit ordinances. The body will also discuss residential parking regulations and a proposed statue honoring Dr. Norman E. Graham.

• Ordinance No. 2020-29: Rezoning ~5 acres on east side of South Persimmon Street from Agricultural to Planned Development (PD-12)
• Resolution 2020-41: Calling for a public hearing on adding land to the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District
• Ordinance No. 2020-32: Repealing and replacing utility account deposit and refund sections of the Code of Ordinances
• Resolution No. 2020-38: Amending Utility Rate Computation and Impact Fee effective dates in the FY 2020-2021 Master Fee Schedule
• Discussion on a cooperative project with HCA-Tomball to install a statue for Dr. Norman E. Graham

City Council approved a zoning change for approximately 5 acres of land to the Planned Development (PD-12) District. The council also updated utility account deposit regulations and called for a public hearing regarding the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-29 rezoning ~5 acres from Agricultural to Planned Development (PD-12) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-41 calling for a public hearing on adding land to Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District (4-0)
• Adopted on first reading Ordinance No. 2020-32 updating utility account deposits and refunds (3-1)
• Approved minutes from October 19, 2020 meeting (4-0)

Regular Tourism Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss old business and approve previous minutes. The primary item for consideration is the approval of a mural for the exterior wall of the information center.

• Approval of mural for information center exterior wall
• Approval of June 23, 2020 Special Tourism Advisory Committee Meeting minutes

The Tomball Tourism Advisory Committee met via video conference on October 27, 2020. The committee unanimously approved the minutes from a previous special meeting and unanimously approved a mural for the Information Center with specific direction. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Approved minutes from June 23, 2020 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved mural for Information Center with direction (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will discuss a zoning change for a 5-acre plot and vote on a vehicle purchase. The body is also considering updates to sign regulations and the appointment of representatives for the Houston-Galveston Area Council.

• Zoning Case P20-238: Rezoning 5 acres on South Persimmon Street from Agricultural to Planned Development (PD-12)
• Purchase of seven vehicles (Chevrolet and Police Interceptors) for $308,450.00
• Ordinance No. 2020-31: Amending sign color regulations and deleting the Old Town Area definition
• Engagement of Weaver & Tidwell, L.L.P. for the city's independent financial audit
• Resolution No. 2020-37: Designating representatives for the Houston-Galveston Area Council 2021 General Assembly

Regular City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning request for land on South Persimmon Street and a purchase of several city vehicles. The body will also review sign ordinance amendments and the engagement of an independent auditor.

• Rezoning of approximately 5 acres (Lot 347 Tomball Outlots) from Agricultural to Planned Development (PD-12) District
• Purchase of seven vehicles (Chevrolet Colorado, Silverado, Malibus, and Police Interceptors) for $308,450.00
• Ordinance No. 2020-31 to amend sign regulations and delete the 'Old Town Area' definition
• Engagement of Weaver & Tidwell, L.L.P. for the city's independent financial audit
• Resolution No. 2020-37 to designate representatives for the Houston-Galveston Area Council 2021 General Assembly

City Council approved the purchase of seven vehicles and the engagement of an independent auditor. The council also adopted an ordinance to rezone 5 acres of land and amended sign regulations.

• Approved $308,450 purchase of 7 vehicles via State Buyboard (unanimous)
• Approved engagement letter with Weaver & Tidwell, L.L.P. for independent financial audit (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-29 on first reading to rezone 5 acres from Agricultural to Planned Development (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-31 on second reading to amend sign color regulations and delete 'Old Town Area' definition (3-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-37 designating representatives for the H-GAC 2021 General Assembly (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 5, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will meet to discuss infrastructure contracts, sign ordinances, and bond issuances. The body is also considering grant applications for parks and a new electric service agreement.

• Contract award to Cooley Construction, LLC for $3,398,332.00 for drainage improvements along S. Persimmon
• Developer Agreement with HT Raburn Reserve Development LP for water main extension costs up to $24,511.86
• Ordinance No. 2020-31 to amend sign regulations and delete the 'Old Town Area' definition
• Resolution No. 2020-34 to prevent mining and drilling at Jerry Matheson Park
• Ordinance No. 2020-28 authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2020

The Tomball City Council approved a $3,398,332 contract for drainage improvements on S. Persimmon and amended sign regulations in Ordinance No. 2020-31. The council also authorized a $24,511.86 developer agreement for water main costs, adopted a resolution to prevent mining at Jerry Matheson Park, and approved resolutions for a parks grant application and new energy service agreements.

• Approved $24,511.86 developer agreement for water main costs (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-31 amending sign regulations (4-1 vote)
• Awarded $3,398,332 drainage contract to Cooley Construction, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-33 for Texas Parks and Wildlife grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-34 preventing mining at Jerry Matheson Park (Unanimous)
• Appointed Weaver & Tidwell, LLP as FY 2020 auditors (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-28 for General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-35 for TCAP and Gexa Energy agreements (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will meet to discuss the employment contract of City Manager Robert Hauck. The body is also considering funding for an indoor sports facility and bonds for the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District.

• Proposed $119,450 in expenditures for a 44,000 square foot indoor sports facility at 19220 Theis Ln.
• Ordinance No. 2020-25 to regulate sign colors in the Old Town Area with penalties up to $2,000 per day.
• Issuance and sale of Special Assessment Revenue Bonds for Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District Improvement Area #1.
• Approval of the Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2020-2021.
• Contracts for grant administration and engineering services with Langford Community Management Services and Huitt-Zollars.

City Council approved $119,450 in incentives for a 44,000 square foot indoor sports facility and authorized the issuance of special assessment revenue bonds for the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District. The council also updated sign regulations for the Old Town Area and extended the City Manager's employment contract.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-25 regarding Old Town Area sign colors (4-1)
• Approved $119,450 in incentives for indoor sports facility at 19220 Theis Ln. (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-26 for Raburn Reserve PID service and assessment plan (unanimous)
• Authorized issuance and sale of Raburn Reserve PID Special Assessment Revenue Bonds (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 Master Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Awarded grant administration and engineering contracts to Langford Community Management and Huitt-Zollars (unanimous)
• Appointed Inez Sanchez as Juvenile Case Manager for Tomball Municipal Court (unanimous)
• Approved amendments and extension of City Manager Robert Hauck's employment contract (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tomball City Council and the Tomball Economic Development Corporation will hold a joint special meeting. The primary purpose is to conduct a workshop session regarding enhancements to alleys in Downtown Tomball.

• Joint Workshop Session regarding Downtown Tomball Alley Enhancements

The Tomball City Council and the Tomball Economic Development Corporation held a joint workshop session regarding Downtown Tomball Alley Enhancements. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council adopted a tax levy of $0.251455 per $100 value for 2010 and ratified the FY 2011 budget. The council also approved a new flood prevention ordinance and updated the city's tennis court reservation policy.

• Ratified FY 2011 Budget and tax rate of $.251455/$100 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2010-20 setting 2010 tax levy at $0.251455/$100 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2010-16 regarding flood prevention rules and regulations (Unanimous)
• Approved TEDC 2010-2011 Fiscal Year Budget (Unanimous)
• Awarded janitorial services contract to Phillips Cleaning Services, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved revised Tennis Court Reservation Policy (Administrative Policy #24) (Unanimous)
• Approved $29,030.00 Change Order No. 2 for Quinn Road Sidewalks and Utilities (Unanimous)
• Denied $59,320.00 Change Order No. 1 for Quinn Road Sidewalks and Utilities (Unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tomball City Council is holding a special meeting to consider the adoption of a tax levy ordinance. The meeting is being conducted with limited public access to follow social distancing goals.

• Ordinance No. 2020-24: Setting the 2020 tax levy of $0.337862/$100 value assessed for taxable real and personal property

The Tomball City Council held a special meeting via video conference on September 14, 2020. The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 2020-24, which sets the 2020 tax levy at $0.337862 per $100 of assessed value for real and personal property. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned after the vote.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-24 setting 2020 tax levy at $0.337862/$100 value assessed (5-0)

Board of Adjustments Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will meet to review a request for special exceptions and a variance for a 9.809-acre light industrial site. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the July 9, 2020 meeting.

• Public hearing for BOA Case P20-171: request to use gravel and omit curbs where concrete and curbs are required
• BOA Case P20-171: request for a 10-foot side yard setback instead of the required 25 feet at Lot 1 Block 1 Tomball South Commercial No. 2

The Board of Adjustments approved a special exception for gravel parking and a variance for a reduced side yard setback for a project on Hufsmith-Kohrville Road. The parking approval included a condition that the driveway remain concrete up to the security gate.

• Approved July 9, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for BOA Case P20-171 to allow gravel and no curbs, with concrete required up to the security gate (unanimous)
• Approved variance for BOA Case P20-171 to allow a 10’ side yard setback instead of 25’ (4-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax rate of $0.337862 per $100 assessed value. The body is also deciding on the FY 2020-2021 budget and several economic development projects.

• Proposed 2020 tax rate of $0.337862/$100 assessed value
• TEDC expenditure of $119,450.00 for a sports facility at 19220 Theis Ln.
• TEDC expenditure of $254,502.00 for a brewery and restaurant at Tomball Business and Technology Park
• Ordinance to regulate sign colors within the Old Town Area
• Proposed assessments for the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District (TPID 10)

City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget and approved a proposed tax rate of $0.337862 per $100 assessed value on first reading. The council also approved several economic development projects and updated sign regulations for the Old Town Area.

• Adopted FY 2020-2021 Budget (unanimous)
• Adopted 2020 tax rate of $0.337862/$100 on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved $119,450 for indoor sports facility at 19220 Theis Ln. (unanimous)
• Approved $254,502 for brewery and restaurant at Tomball Business and Technology Park (unanimous)
• Approved Raburn Reserve PID service and assessment plan on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved TEDC 2020-2021 Budget and Strategic Plans (unanimous)
• Adopted Old Town Area sign color regulations on first reading (4-1)
• Approved health insurance contracts with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will conduct a second public hearing and a first reading of the budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. The body will also consider a proposed tax rate of $0.337862 per $100 for 2020. Additionally, the council will review agreements with Tomball Independent School District regarding police services.

• Second public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 2020-23 to adopt the FY 2020-2021 budget
• Proposed 2020 tax rate of $0.337862/$100
• Interlocal Agreement with TISD to assign five Student Resource Officers to campuses
• Interlocal Agreement with TISD for contractual police services for specialized events
• Quarterly Investment Report showing $65,617,945 in total cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2020

City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget on first reading and approved a proposed tax rate of $0.337862/$100 for 2020. The council also approved interlocal agreements with Tomball ISD regarding police services and student resource officers.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-23 (FY 2020-2021 Budget) on first reading (5-0)
• Approved proposed 2020 tax rate of $0.337862/$100 (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement to assign five Student Resource Officers to TISD campuses (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for contractual police services for TISD specialized events (5-0)
• Appointed/Reappointed members to Tomball Regional Health Foundation Board (5-0)
• Approved August 3, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set 2020 tax rate public hearing for September 8, 2020 (unanimous)
• Set 2020 tax rate vote dates for September 8 and September 14, 2020 (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tomball City Council and the Tomball Economic Development Corporation will hold a joint workshop session. The body will discuss the Economic Development Corporation's 3-year strategic plan, annual work plan, and the fiscal year 2020-2021 budget.

• Discussion of Tomball Economic Development Corporation 3-Year Strategic Plan
• Discussion of Tomball Economic Development Corporation Annual Work Plan
• Discussion of Tomball Economic Development Corporation Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021

The Tomball City Council and the Tomball Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) held a joint special meeting via video conference. The session was a workshop to discuss the TEDC's 3-year strategic plan and its budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. No public comments were received, and no votes or approvals took place; the meeting adjourned after the workshop.

• Workshop held on TEDC 3-Year Strategic Plan and Annual Work Plan
• Workshop held on TEDC Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• TEDC meeting adjourned (unanimous)
• City Council meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve three separate land replats. The meeting is being held with limited public access due to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines.

• Replat of AXIS AT THE SUMMIT (0.3619 acres)
• Replat of SRP GECAP TOMBALL MOB (4.1033 acres)
• Replat of TCG CAPITAL (2.9859 acres)

The commission unanimously approved three separate land replats, two of which were approved with contingencies. The meeting also included reports on several zoning cases previously acted upon by the City Council.

• Approved replat of AXIS AT THE SUMMIT with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved replat of SRP GECAP TOMBALL MOB (unanimous)
• Approved replat of TCG CAPITAL with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved July 13, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct its first public hearing for the 2020-2021 fiscal year budget and consider several zoning changes. The body is also reviewing municipal court appointments and the continuation of a public health emergency declaration.

• First public hearing for the City of Tomball’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• Zoning change for 95.4 acres on the south side of Theiss Lane to Planned Development (PD-14)
• Conditional Use Permit for Whitmeyer’s Distilling Co., LLC at 21250 Spell Circle
• Ordinance to alter prima facie speed limits on certain city streets
• Termination of land lease and museum development agreement with the Texas Railroading Heritage Museum

The City Council continued the public health emergency and state of disaster. Several zoning ordinances were adopted on second reading, and the council approved participation in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program. A proposed ordinance to alter speed limits was unanimously rejected.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-17 granting a CUP to Whitmeyer’s Distilling Co., LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-19 changing 95.4 acres to Planned Development (PD-14) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-20 changing 1.7958 acres to Commercial District (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-09 changing one acre to Office District (3-2)
• Reappointed Municipal Court judges and prosecutors (unanimous)
• Approved participation in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Rejected Ordinance No. 2020-11 to alter speed limits (0-5)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-22-E continuing public health emergency and state of disaster (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tomball City Council is holding a special meeting with limited public access due to COVID-19. The council will meet in executive session to consult with the City Attorney and discuss personnel matters regarding City Manager Robert Hauck.

• Executive session regarding City Manager Robert Hauck

The Tomball City Council met via video conference for a special meeting. The council recessed for an executive session to discuss legal matters and personnel issues regarding City Manager Robert Hauck. Upon returning to open session, no actions were taken, and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Recessed for executive session (legal and personnel matters)
• No action taken upon reconvening
• Adjournment motion carried unanimously

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop session. The primary focus of the meeting is the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021.

• Workshop session regarding the Proposed Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget

The City Council conducted a workshop session where they received a presentation from the City Manager regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several zoning amendments and conditional use permits for properties across the city. The body is also considering assessments for two Public Improvement Districts and a contract for drainage improvements.

• Contract for Lizzie Lane and South Persimmon Drainage Improvements with Langford Community Management Services for $109,802.00
• Rezoning of 95.4 acres near Theiss Lane and Holderrieth Road to Planned Development (PD-14) District
• Conditional Use Permit for Whitmeyer’s Distilling Co., LLC to manufacture soap and detergents at 21250 Spell Circle
• Assessments for Public Improvement District Number Four (Alexander Estates) and Number Eight (Timber Trails)
• Rezoning of 6 acres on the south side of FM 2920 at South Live Oak Street to Planned Development (PD-15) District

City Council approved several rezoning requests, including a 95.4-acre planned development and a conditional use permit for a manufacturing facility. The council also authorized over $109,000 for drainage improvements and updated speed limits on certain streets.

• Approved rezoning 95.4 acres to Planned Development PD-14 (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Whitmeyer’s Distilling Co. soap manufacture facility (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 6 acres to Planned Development PD-15 (4-1)
• Approved rezoning 1 acre at Brown Road and Baker Drive to Office District (3-2)
• Approved $109,802 agreement with Langford Community Management for Lizzie Lane and South Persimmon drainage (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-12 altering prima facie speed limits (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 1.7958 acres to Commercial District (5-0)
• Approved Resale Deed for foreclosed property to Maricsa Villasenor for $3,000 (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review several subdivision replats and final plats. The body will also conduct public hearings on four rezoning requests and one conditional use permit application.

• Replat of Raburn Reserve, Sec. 1 (105.0452 acres)
• Replat of Tomball Business and Technology Park Sec. 2 (18.9107 acres)
• Final Plat of 830 Baker Subdivision (6.674 acres)
• Rezoning of 95.4 acres near Theiss Lane and Holderrieth Road to Planned Development District
• Conditional Use Permit for Whitmeyer’s Distilling Co., LLC at 21250 Spell Circle

The Commission approved four land replats and four zoning cases, including a conditional use permit for a manufacturing facility. One request to rezone land from Single-Family 6 to Office District was denied.

• Approved replats for Raburn Reserve Sec. 1, La Petite Maison, Tomball Business and Technology Park Sec. 2, and 830 Baker Subdivision (unanimous)
• Denied Zoning Case P20-069 to rezone land at Brown Road and Baker Drive to Office District (1-4)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-099 to rezone 1.7958 acres at East Hufsmith Road and Snook Lane to Commercial District (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-103 to rezone 95.4 acres near Theiss Lane and Holderrieth Road to Planned Development District (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-104 to rezone 6 acres at FM 2920 and South Live Oak Street to Planned Development District (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-105 Conditional Use Permit for Whitmeyer’s Distilling Co., LLC to operate a soap and detergent manufacture facility (unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a request to use crushed granite instead of concrete for parking. The board will also consider approving minutes from the June 11, 2020 meeting.

• BOA Case P20-101: Special exception request by Stephen Lucchesi for crushed granite parking at a proposed brewery facility on South Persimmon Street

The Board of Adjustments approved a special exception for a proposed brewery facility to use crushed granite in parking areas instead of required concrete. The board also approved the minutes from the June 11, 2020 meeting.

• Approved BOA Case P20-101 for crushed granite parking at a proposed brewery (4-1)
• Approved June 11, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting conducted electronically due to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. The primary purpose of the meeting is to hold a workshop session regarding the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021.

• Workshop session regarding the Proposed Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget

The Tomball City Council held a special meeting via video conference. The council participated in a workshop session regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget, receiving a presentation from the City Manager. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions or votes on the budget were recorded during this session.

• Held workshop session on proposed FY 2020-2021 budget
• Received budget presentation from City Manager
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding proposed assessments for Public Improvement Districts Number Four and Eight. The body is also considering ordinances for speed limit changes and a zoning amendment for land near the Railroad Museum.

• Zoning change for 1.66 acres near BNSF Railroad and Elm Street to Old Town & Mixed Use District
• Public hearings and assessment plans for PID No. 4 (Alexander Estates) and PID No. 8 (Timber Trails)
• Ordinance to alter prima facie speed limits on certain city streets
• TCEQ grant contract for the Texas Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Program in the amount of $72,284.00
• Purchase of one Peterbilt Dump Truck from Rush Truck Center for $128,629.00

City Council approved service and assessment plans for Public Improvement Districts Number Four and Eight. The council also adopted a zoning change for land near the Railroad Museum and updated speed limits on certain city streets.

• Approved zoning change for 1.66 acres to Old Town & Mixed Use District (5-0)
• Adopted Service and Assessment Plan for PID No. 4 Alexander Estates (5-0)
• Levied assessment against PID No. 4 Alexander Estates Section One (5-0)
• Adopted Service and Assessment Plan for PID No. 8 Timber Trails (5-0)
• Levied assessment against PID No. 8 Timber Trails Section One (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance altering prima facie speed limits (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Exempted emergency responders from COVID-19 employee leave policy (5-0)
• Authorized $72,284 TCEQ grant contract and $128,629 dump truck purchase (5-0)

Tourism Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The Tourism Advisory Committee will meet to discuss an exterior mural design and the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. The committee will also consider appointing a Vice Chair.

• Exterior mural design for 215 Market Street (City Information Center/Marketing & Tourism Offices)
• Workshop session regarding the Proposed Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget
• Appointment of Vice Chair

The Tomball Tourism Advisory Committee unanimously appointed Raymond Francois as Vice Chair. The committee also unanimously agreed to send suggestions back to the artist for the exterior mural design at 215 Market Street. Additionally, the committee held a workshop session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget.

• Approved minutes of Feb 11, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to send suggestions to artist for 215 Market Street mural (unanimous)
• Appointed Raymond Francois as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Held workshop session on proposed FY 2020-2021 budget

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will discuss economic development incentives for two companies and a zoning change for the Railroad Museum property. The body is also considering a contract for sanitary sewer rehabilitation and a public hearing on tax abatement guidelines.

• Contract for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project with PM Construction & Rehab, LLC for $400,605.00
• Proposed incentives for Wildcat PPE, LLC at 14430 Medical Complex Drive up to $250,000.00
• Proposed incentives for Houston Poly Bag I, Ltd. at 11726 Holderrieth Rd. up to $84,894.00
• Rezoning of 1.66 acres at the City of Tomball Railroad Museum to Old Town & Mixed Use District
• Public hearing on the proposal to reauthorize tax abatement guidelines and criteria

City Council awarded a $400,605 sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract and approved economic incentives for Houston Poly Bag I, Ltd. The council also approved a zoning change for land near the Railroad Museum and reappointed four members to the TEDC Board.

• Awarded $400,605 sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract to PM Construction & Rehab, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved up to $84,894 in TEDC incentives for Houston Poly Bag I, Ltd. facility expansion (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1.66 acres at Lot 1 Block 1 City of Tomball Railroad Museum to Old Town & Mixed Use District (unanimous)
• Reappointed Richard Bruce, Bill Sumner, Jr., Will Benson, and Clete Jaeger to the TEDC Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-17 regarding the Raburn Reserve Public Improvement District Project (unanimous)
• Approved city support and in-kind services for Tomball Rotary Club events on Nov. 7, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a request for special exceptions to the Code of Ordinances. The board is considering reductions in required parking stalls and drive aisle width for a proposed industrial facility.

• Public hearing for BOA Case P20-090: request by Aaron Rendon for Houston Poly Bag at 11726 Holderrieth Road
• Proposed special exception from Section 50-82(b) to reduce required parking stalls
• Proposed special exception from Section 50-112 to reduce required drive aisle width
• Approval of minutes from the March 12, 2020 meeting

The Board of Adjustments approved special exception requests for a proposed plastic products facility at 11726 Holderrieth Road. The approved exceptions allow for fewer parking stalls and a narrower drive aisle than required by city ordinances.

• Approved March 12, 2020 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved BOA Case P20-090: 48 parking stalls instead of 92 (Unanimous)
• Approved BOA Case P20-090: 19’3” drive aisle width instead of 24’ (Unanimous)

Capital Improvements Plan Advisory Committee Meeting

The Capital Improvement Plan Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the status of impact fees. The body will also consider filing a semi-annual report regarding the Capital Improvements Plan to the City Council.

• Discussion and possible action on the status of Impact Fees
• Action regarding filing a semi-annual report on the Capital Improvements Plan to City Council
• Establishing the next meeting date to file a progress report per Section 395.058 of the Texas Local Government Code
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 9, 2019

The Capital Improvements Plan Advisory Committee voted to recommend that no updates be made to Land Use Assumptions, the Capital Improvement Plan, or Impact Fees. The committee also scheduled its next semi-annual report meeting for December 2020.

• Approved minutes from December 9, 2019 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended no update of Land Use Assumptions, Capital Improvement Plan, and/or Impact Fees (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for December 14, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to elect leadership and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will consider a land replat and a request to change the zoning designation of a property near the railroad museum.

• Replat of COMMON GROUNDS containing 0.4591 acres
• Zoning Case P20-079: Rezoning 1.66 acres of Lot 1 Block 1 City of Tomball Railroad Museum from Single-Family 6 District to Old Town & Mixed Use District
• Public hearing on Zoning Case P20-079
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman

The Tomball Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the replat of Common Grounds, a 0.4591-acre subdivision, with contingencies. The commission also unanimously approved Zoning Case P20-079, which rezones approximately 1.66 acres of the City of Tomball Railroad Museum property from Single-Family 6 to Old Town & Mixed Use. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Re-appointed Barbara Tague as Chair and Darrell Roquemore as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved May 11, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Common Grounds subdivision with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-079 rezoning Railroad Museum land (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will meet to discuss public health safety measures for the meeting and review community announcements. Key actions include approving a resolution for the annual Night and Parade, reappointing Planning and Zoning Commission members, and authorizing a resale deed for a foreclosed property. The council will also hold an executive session to deliberate on the appointment of a new Chief of Police.

• Appointment of Jeffrey Bert as Chief of Police
• Resolution supporting 48th Annual Tomball Night and Parade on August 7, 2020
• Reappointment of Planning and Zoning Commission members for terms expiring June 1, 2023
• Resale deed for property (HCAD Account No. 035-281-004-0019) to Jeremy Langston for $5,290.61
• Announcement of Jerry Matheson Park Pool reopening on June 2, 2020

City Council approved the appointment of a new Police Chief and filled two positions on the Planning and Zoning Commission. The council also supported the 48th Annual Tomball Night and Parade and approved a property resale deed.

• Approved employment and appointment of Jeffrey Bert as Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Reappointed Darrell Roquemore to Position 2 and appointed Tana Ross to Position 5 of the Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-14 supporting the 48th Annual Tomball Night and Parade (unanimous)
• Approved Resale Deed for property (HCAD Account No. 035-281-004-0019) to Jeremy Langston for $5,290.61 (unanimous)
• Approved Minutes of the May 18, 2020 Regular City Council Meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will meet to award construction contracts for wastewater and road projects. The body will also consider adopting a revised hazard mitigation plan and renewing a business systems lease.

• Contract award to Durwood Greene Construction Co. for $13,984,481.05 for Medical Complex Segment 4B and South Persimmon
• Construction contract award to Lindsey Construction, Inc. for $719,125.00 for South Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II improvements
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2020-13 regarding the Revised Harris County All Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Renewal of Texas State DIR Contract DIR CPO-4437 for a four-year lease with Marimon Business Systems
• Request for in-kind services for the Beat the Heat at the Depot event on June 27, 2020

City Council approved several construction contracts, including a major project for the Medical Complex and wastewater treatment plant. The council also adopted the revised Harris County All Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved a lease renewal with Marimon Business Systems.

• Awarded $13,984,481.05 contract to Durwood Greene Construction Co. for Medical Complex Segment 4B and South Persimmon (Unanimous)
• Awarded $719,125.00 contract to Lindsey Construction, Inc. for South Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II improvements (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2020-13 adopting the Revised Harris County All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Texas State DIR Contract DIR CPO-4437 for a four-year lease with Marimon Business Systems (Unanimous)
• Approved request for In-Kind Services for Beat the Heat at the Depot event on June 27, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 4 and May 11, 2020 meetings (Unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet to conduct a canvass of the election and administer oaths of office to elected officials. The body will also consider the election of a Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Resolution No. 2020-09 to cancel the Regular City Officer’s Election scheduled for May 2, 2020
• Administration of Oath of Office to elected officials
• Election of Mayor Pro-Tem per Section 6.08 of the City of Tomball Home Rule Charter

The City Council administered oaths of office to two newly elected council members. The council also elected a Mayor Pro-Tem. No action was taken on the previously adopted resolution to cancel the May 2, 2020, election.

• Administered Oath of Office to John Ford (Councilman, Position 1)
• Administered Oath of Office to Lori Klein Quinn (Councilman, Position 5)
• Elected Councilman Stoll as Mayor Pro-Tem (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a replat and a zoning amendment. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change a property's designation from residential to office use.

• Replat of Tomball Heights Partial Replat No. 1 (0.4781 acres)
• Zoning Case P20-069: Request to rezone approximately 1 acre at the southwest corner of Brown Road and Baker Drive from Single-Family 6 District to Office District

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a partial replat for Tomball Heights. A request to rezone approximately 1 acre of land from Single-Family 6 District to Office District was denied following a public hearing.

• Approved Tomball Heights Partial Replat No. 1 (unanimous)
• Denied Zoning Case P20-069 to rezone land at Brown Road and Baker Drive to Office District (1-4)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will hold a regular meeting with limited public access due to social distancing orders. Key decisions include adopting a zoning ordinance amendment regarding temporary buildings for schools and authorizing an agreement for the maintenance of soccer fields at Broussard Community Park. The council will also authorize negotiations with Centerpoint Energy for fixed natural gas pricing.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2020-08 amending Chapter 50 (Zoning) to regulate temporary buildings for schools, with penalties up to $2,000 per day for violations
• Authorize agreement with Youth Soccer Club of Montgomery County, Inc. for maintenance and operation of soccer fields at Broussard Community Park
• Authorize negotiations with Centerpoint Energy for fixed pricing on natural gas acquisitions for the City’s North and South Gates
• Approve minutes from the April 20, 2020 regular meeting
• Issue proclamations for Municipal Clerks Week, National Hurricane Preparedness Week, Tomball Firefighter Appreciation Week, and Tomball Police Week

City Council adopted an ordinance amending zoning regulations for temporary school buildings. The council also authorized agreements for soccer field maintenance and natural gas pricing negotiations.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-08 amending zoning regulations for temporary school buildings (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute agreement with Youth Soccer Club of Montgomery County, Inc. (Dynamo Dash) for Broussard Community Park soccer fields (4-0)
• Authorized staff to negotiate fixed natural gas pricing with Centerpoint Energy for North and South Gates (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 20, 2020 Regular City Council Meeting (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The Tomball City Council and Tomball Economic Development Corporation are holding a special joint meeting. The body will conduct a workshop session to provide direction to staff regarding a grant request from the Texas Heritage Railroad Museum Board.

• Workshop session regarding a grant request by the Texas Heritage Railroad Museum Board

The Tomball City Council and Tomball Economic Development Corporation held a workshop session to provide direction to staff regarding a grant request from the Texas Heritage Railroad Museum Board. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss zoning amendments for school buildings and award two infrastructure contracts. The body will also consider updating garbage and trash collection service rates.

• Zoning Case P20-056: Proposed ordinance to allow schools to use temporary buildings
• Contract award to B & C Constructors, L.P. for Wayne Stovall Sports Complex restrooms: $59,182.44
• Contract award to C-C Water Services, LLC for Pine Street Water Well Rehabilitation: $129,890.00
• Resolution No. 2020-12: Amending Garbage and Trash Collection/Disposal Service Rates

City Council adopted a zoning ordinance on first reading to allow schools to use temporary buildings. The council also awarded contracts for sports complex restrooms and water well rehabilitation, and updated garbage collection rates.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-08 on first reading to allow temporary buildings for schools (unanimous)
• Awarded $59,182.44 contract to B & C Constructors, L.P. for Wayne Stovall Sports Complex restrooms (unanimous)
• Awarded $129,890.00 contract to C-C Water Services, LLC for Pine Street Water Well Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-12 amending garbage and trash collection/disposal service rates (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 6, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review two plat approvals and a proposed ordinance amendment. The body will hold a public hearing regarding the use of temporary buildings by certain schools.

• Replat of HUFSMITH BUSINESS PARK (8.261 Acres)
• Final Plat of MENDOZA ESTATES (2.000 Acre Tract)
• Zoning Case P20-056: Amendment to Section 50-116 to allow non-public or non-denominational schools to use temporary buildings

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two land subdivisions with contingencies. It also recommended a zoning amendment to allow non-public and non-denominational schools to use temporary buildings.

• Approved Replat of HUFSMITH BUSINESS PARK with contingencies (4-1)
• Approved Final Plat of MENDOZA ESTATES with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-056 to allow temporary buildings for certain schools with a recommended limit of 3 two-year extension requests (unanimous)
• Approved March 9, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to decide on a conditional use permit for a liquor distillation facility and infrastructure agreements. The body will also discuss road closures and fireworks launch sites for the July 4th celebration.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2020-06 for a CCJ Collaborations LLC brewery permit on South Persimmon Street
• Resolution No. 2020-11 to close State Highway Business 249 from Hicks Street to Kroger for July 4th
• Request to TXDoT to use the detention pond behind Lowe's for July 4th fireworks
• Agreement with developer for public infrastructure on South Persimmon Road at Tomball Business and Technology Park
• Approval of minutes from March 16 and March 20, 2020 meetings

City Council approved a conditional use permit for CCJ Collaborations LLC to operate a brewery and liquor distillation facility. The council also authorized road closures and site use for the July 4th celebration and approved a developer agreement for infrastructure on South Persimmon Road.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2020-06 granting a Conditional Use Permit to CCJ Collaborations LLC for a distillery facility (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-11 to sponsor July 4th Celebration and close State Highway Business 249 from Hicks Street to Kroger parking lot (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to request TXDoT use of detention pond behind Lowe's for July 4th fireworks (unanimous)
• Approved developer agreement for financial participation to construct public infrastructure along South Persimmon Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 16 and March 20, 2020 meetings (unanimous)

City Council Special Meeting

The Tomball City Council is meeting to consider the adoption of Ordinance No. 2020-07-E. This ordinance would declare a public health emergency and a state of disaster.

• Ordinance No. 2020-07-E: Declaring a Public Health Emergency and State of Disaster with penalties up to $2,000.00 per violation

City Council held a special meeting to address a public health emergency. The council approved the first and only reading of Ordinance No. 2020-07-E, declaring a state of disaster.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2020-07-E declaring a state of disaster for a public health emergency (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Tomball City Council and Economic Development Corporation (EDC) will meet to discuss budget amendments and project funding. The body is considering the acquisition of land and infrastructure to support industrial and corporate facilities.

• Resolution No. 2020-10 to amend the Tomball EDC Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget
• Expenditure of funds for land, buildings, and infrastructure near Old Town Tomball
• Approval of projects for manufacturing, R&D, distribution centers, or corporate headquarters

The Tomball City Council and Tomball Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) approved a budget amendment and project authorization to fund the acquisition of land, buildings, and infrastructure near Old Town Tomball. These improvements are intended to support the development or expansion of industrial, manufacturing, and corporate facilities.

• Approved Resolution No. 2020-10-TEDC to amend the FY 2019-2020 budget for land and infrastructure acquisition near Old Town Tomball (Unanimous)
• Approved the expenditure of funds and execution of contracts for the acquisition of land, buildings, and facilities near Old Town Tomball to create or retain primary jobs (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will vote on economic development incentives totaling approximately $130,300 for infrastructure assistance to local businesses. The agenda also includes a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to grant a conditional use permit for a brewery facility on South Persimmon Street. Additionally, the council will review changes to municipal court fees and fund structures.

• Resolution No. 2020-05-TEDC-R: Approves culinary incubator and food hall project
• Resolution No. 2020-06-TEDC: $73,200 for infrastructure at office/warehouse park on State Highway 249
• Resolution No. 2020-07-TEDC: $57,100 for BJ Services business development
• Zoning Case P20-020: Public hearing on brewery CUP for CCJ Collaborations LLC on South Persimmon Street
• Ordinance No. 2020-08: Amends Municipal Court Fees in Master Fee Schedule

City Council approved a conditional use permit for a distillery/brewery and authorized several Tomball Economic Development Corporation projects. The council also updated municipal court fees and authorized a maintenance agreement for baseball fields.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for CCJ Collaborations LLC to operate a brewery (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-05-TEDC-R for a culinary incubator and food hall (unanimous)
• Approved $73,200 TEDC expenditure for Turnstone Texas Group, LP office/warehouse park (unanimous)
• Approved $57,100 TEDC expenditure for BJ Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-08 amending Municipal Court Fees (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute baseball field maintenance agreement with Tomball Little League (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-04 deleting specific Municipal Court funds (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-05 allowing fines for failure to appear in Municipal Court (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will meet to elect leadership and review minutes. The primary business is a public hearing regarding several requested exceptions to the Code of Ordinances for a commercial project on Theis Lane.

• BOA Case P20-021: Request for 175 parking stalls instead of 470
• BOA Case P20-021: Request for 8-foot wide parking stalls instead of 9-foot
• BOA Case P20-021: Request for 7.95% landscaped area instead of 15% front yard/7.5% total side
• BOA Case P20-021: Request for 10-foot rear yard setback instead of 66-foot for an indoor amusement facility
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

The Board of Adjustments approved a special exception for reduced parking and a variance for a rear yard setback for BOA Case P20-021. The board also elected its Chairman and Vice Chairman.

• Elected Billy Hemby as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Jarmon Wolfe as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for BOA Case P20-021 to allow 175 parking stalls instead of 470 (4-1)
• Approved variance for BOA Case P20-021 regarding rear yard setback with window and fence conditions (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a liquor distillation facility. The body will also consider the approval of two separate land replats in the Raleigh Creek area.

• Public hearing for Zoning Case P20-020: Conditional Use Permit for CCJ Collaborations LLC to operate a brewery on South Persimmon Street
• Replat of Raleigh Creek Section Seven (9.5839 acres)
• Replat of Raleigh Creek Section Eight (10.3241 acres)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a liquor distillation facility. The commission also approved two replats for Raleigh Creek sections seven and eight.

• Approved Replat of RALEIGH CREEK SECTION SEVEN (unanimous)
• Approved Replat of RALEIGH CREEK SECTION EIGHT (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-020 for CCJ Collaborations LLC to operate a brewery (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2019 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several economic development projects and municipal court ordinance changes. The body is also considering the cancellation of the regular city officer's election scheduled for May 2, 2020.

• Resolution No. 2020-09 to cancel the May 2, 2020 Regular City Officer’s Election
• Conditional Use Permit for an indoor amusement facility at 419 East Hufsmith Road
• TEDC funding for Turnstone Texas Group ($73,200), BJ Services ($57,100), and American National Carbide ($36,000)
• Server and data storage replacement quote from Waypoint Business Solutions for $74,802.26
• Ordinance to grant the City authority to assess fines for failure to appear in Municipal Court

City Council canceled the regular city officer's election scheduled for May 2, 2020. The council also approved several economic development projects and a contract for server replacements.

• Canceled Regular City Officer’s Election scheduled for May 2, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Lance Langenhoven to operate an indoor commercial amusement facility (Unanimous)
• Approved $74,802.26 quote from Waypoint Business Solutions for server and data storage replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved TEDC feasibility study for a culinary incubator and food hall (Unanimous)
• Approved $73,200 TEDC expenditure for Turnstone Texas Group, LP infrastructure (Unanimous)
• Approved $57,100 TEDC expenditure for BJ Services (Unanimous)
• Approved $36,000 TEDC expenditure for American National Carbide equipment expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved floodplain mitigation agreement with 249 Holderrieth, LLC (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will discuss two zoning cases: one to rezone 18 acres from Commercial/Single-Family to Planned Development, and another to grant a conditional use permit for an indoor amusement facility. The council will also adopt an ordinance regulating dangerous animals and approve purchases for fire station equipment and software.

• Zoning Case P20-007: Rezoning 18 acres on FM 2920 to Planned Development (PD-13)
• Zoning Case P19-187: Conditional Use Permit for indoor amusement facility at 419 East Hufsmith Road
• Ordinance No. 2020-03: Regulations for keeping dangerous animals with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Purchase of AirVac Exhaust Filtration System for Fire Station 1 for $54,597.00
• Annual licensing for Incode Software from Tyler Technology for $50,212.72

The City Council adopted a new ordinance regulating the keeping of dangerous animals. The council also approved several software and equipment purchases and passed two zoning changes on first reading.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-03 adding regulations for dangerous animals (unanimous)
• Approved $54,597 purchase of AirVac Exhaust Filtration System for Fire Station 1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-01 on first reading to rezone 18 acres to Planned Development (PD-13) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-02 on first reading granting a Conditional Use Permit for an indoor amusement facility at 419 East Hufsmith Road (unanimous)
• Approved $50,212.72 for Incode Software annual licensing and support (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 3, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments Special Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a special exception from the Code of Ordinances. The board will also consider approving minutes from the January 9, 2020 meeting.

• BOA Case P19-186: Request by Lance Langenhoven for a special exception to allow no concrete/asphalt and no curb for a proposed mini warehouse/self-storage facility at 419 East Hufsmith

The Board of Adjustments approved a request for a mini warehouse/self-storage facility to bypass certain concrete and curb requirements. The approval included conditions that the driveway and a triangle portion of the site be concrete or asphalt.

• Approved BOA Case P19-186 for mini warehouse special exception (4-1)
• Approved Minutes of Special Board of Adjustments Meeting of January 9, 2020 (unanimous)

Tourism Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The Tourism Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve a design for an exterior mural. The mural is intended for the City Information Center/Marketing & Tourism Offices.

• Discussion and approval of exterior mural design for 215 Market Street

The Tourism Advisory Committee decided to send the exterior mural design for the City Information Center/Marketing & Tourism Office back to the artist for suggestions. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 13, 2019 special meeting.

• Approved August 13, 2019 Special Tourism Advisory Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to take exterior mural design for 215 Market Street back to the artist (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Tomball Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approval of five subdivision replats and two zoning cases. The agenda includes public hearings for a proposed indoor amusement facility on East Hufsmith Road and a rezoning request for land near FM 2920.

• Replat of Tomball Business and Technology Park (14.89 acres)
• Replat of Turnstone III Business Park (9.49 acres)
• Replat of Alexander Estates Replat #2 (18.25 acres)
• Zoning Case P19-187: Conditional Use Permit for indoor amusement facility at 419 East Hufsmith Road
• Zoning Case P20-007: Rezoning 18 acres near FM 2920 to Planned Development (PD-13) District

The Commission unanimously approved five property replats and two zoning cases. These included a conditional use permit for an indoor amusement facility and a rezoning request for a planned development district.

• Approved replat of Tomball Business and Technology Park - Partial Replat No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Turnstone III Business Park with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Wilhite Tract with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Decker Prairie Commercial Park with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Alexander Estates - Replat #2 with contingencies (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P19-187 for indoor amusement facility at 419 East Hufsmith Road (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Case P20-007 to rezone 18 acres to Planned Development (PD-13) District (unanimous)
• Approved January 13, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on land agreements for a regional railroad museum and right-of-way changes for Hufsmith Kohrville Road. The body will also consider a new ordinance regarding the keeping of dangerous animals and a resolution supporting multi-family housing rehabilitation.

• Sale of right-of-way and drainage easement for Hufsmith Kohrville Road for $9,181
• Land lease and development agreement with Texas Railroading Heritage Museum, Inc.
• Ordinance No. 2020-03 adding regulations for dangerous animals with penalties up to $2,000 per day
• Resolution No. 2020-04 providing in-kind support for Tomball Village Apartments rehabilitation

The Tomball City Council approved a new ordinance regulating dangerous animals with penalties up to $2,000 per day. They also authorized a $9,181 right-of-way transaction for Hufsmith Kohrville Road construction and approved a land lease for a regional railroad museum. A resolution supporting Tomball Village Apartments passed 3-1, while a motion to approve previous minutes passed unanimously.

• Approved acceptance and sale of right-of-way for Hufsmith Kohrville Road ($9,181) (unanimous)
• Approved land lease and development agreement for Regional Railroad Museum (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2020-03 on first reading regarding dangerous animals (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-04 supporting Tomball Village Apartments ($250 in-kind support) (3-1)
• Approved minutes from January 20, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Tomball City Council will award a contract for drainage improvements in North Star Estates and appoint members to local boards. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss the appointment of an interim Chief of Police and consider approving their employment contract.

• Award contract for North Star Estates Drainage Improvements to Gael, Inc. for $364,644.00
• Executive session to deliberate on the appointment of an Interim Chief of Police
• Consider approval of employment contract for Interim Chief of Police
• Re-appoint Sherrie Meicher to the Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation Board
• Approve Resolution No. 2020-03 amending the city's Investment Policy

City Council approved an employment contract for an Interim Chief of Police and awarded a drainage improvement contract. The council also made two board appointments and updated the city's investment policy.

• Approved employment contract for Interim Chief of Police Edward G. “Skip” Oliver (unanimous)
• Awarded $364,644.00 contract for North Star Estates Drainage Improvements to Gael, Inc. (unanimous)
• Appointed Clete Jaeger to the Tomball Economic Development Corporation through May 31, 2020 (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Sherrie Meicher to the Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation Board through January 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-03 amending Administrative Policy 13 'Investment Policy' (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the January 6, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments Special Meeting

The Tomball Board of Adjustments will hold a special meeting to review a request for a special exception to parking requirements. The applicant seeks to build an indoor commercial amusement facility with 105 parking stalls instead of the 350 currently required by code. The agenda also includes a public hearing on this specific case and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• BOA Case P19-170: Request by Jorge Campos/TCG Capital LLC for special exception to parking rules
• Project site: Approx. 3 acres on north side of Theis Lane, across from Pine Meadows subdivision
• Request to allow 105 parking stalls where 350 are required for an indoor amusement facility
• Public hearing scheduled for BOA Case P19-170

The Board of Adjustments approved a special exception for BOA Case P19-170 regarding an indoor commercial amusement facility. The approval includes a condition that 175 parking stalls be provided on site.

• Approved Minutes of the May 9, 2019 Special Board of Adjustments Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved BOA Case P19-170 for a parking exception with the condition that 175 stalls be on site (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment request. The body will also review a 2019 summary report and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Zoning Case P19-171: rezoning 15 acres from Commercial District to Planned Development (PD-14) District on the north side of FM 2920
• 2019 Planning & Zoning Commission Summary report

The commission approved the minutes from the December 9, 2019, meeting. No other substantive actions were taken as the only new business item was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved December 9, 2019 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Zoning Case P19-171 withdrawn by applicant; no action taken

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on three zoning ordinances, including a conditional use permit for a warehouse facility. The body is also deciding on equipment purchases, a sludge hauling contract, and the scheduling of city officer elections for May 2, 2020.

• Rezoning of 503 East Hufsmith Road from Single-Family 20 Estate and Agricultural to General Retail
• Conditional Use Permit for Lance Langenhoven for an office showroom/warehouse and self-storage facility
• Rezoning of property on South Cherry Street from Single-Family 6 to Old Town & Mixed Use District
• Purchase of a RamJet Sewer Jetter from Kinloch Equipment & Supply for $71,979.00
• Contract for sludge hauling and disposal to K3 BMI at $0.0425 per gallon and $625.00 per 30-yard roll off

City Council approved three zoning amendments, including a conditional use permit for a warehouse facility. The council also ordered a regular city officer's election for May 2, 2020, and awarded several city contracts.

• Approved rezoning of land at 503 East Hufsmith Road to General Retail (3-2)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for office showroom and mini warehouse at East Hufsmith Road and Neal Street (3-2)
• Approved rezoning of land on South Cherry Street to Old Town & Mixed Use District (unanimous)
• Awarded sludge hauling and disposal contract to K3 BMI (unanimous)
• Approved $71,979.00 purchase of a RamJet Sewer Jetter from Kinloch Equipment & Supply (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2020-01 ordering a city officer's election for May 2, 2020 (unanimous)
• Designated Tomball Potpourri as the official city newspaper for 2020 (unanimous)
• Appointed Chris McCall to the Tourism Advisory Committee (unanimous)