Montgomery County public meetings in 2025
71 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the Municipal Complex Design Build. All workshop items are for discussion only, and no action will be taken during this meeting.
- Discussion on Municipal Complex Design Build
The City Council held a workshop and received an update from architect Jon Stevens on the early design and programming phase of the new municipal/police building. The presentation covered floor plans, space allocations, and preliminary cost estimates. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.
City Council
The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including downtown improvements and roadway reconstruction. The body will also review feasibility studies for multiple developments and consider the issuance of certificates of obligation.
- Resolution to issue Certificates of Obligation
- Design of Downtown Improvements Project
- Design of Phase II Buffalo Springs Drive and CB Stewart Roadway Reconstruction
- Final Plats for Briarley Phase 1B Sections 4, 5, and 6
- Acceptance of lift station in Briarley Phase 1A Section 3
The council accepted the architectural and engineering team to continue work on the Municipal Complex, authorizing the next design phase. The Community Center item was tabled pending a site visit and structural documentation. The council also accepted the Briarley Phase 1A lift station and formally ended warranty periods while releasing maintenance bonds for the Montgomery Bend lift station and its Section 1 and Section 2 developments. All motions carried with all present voting in favor.
- Approved architectural and engineering services for Municipal Complex (all present in favor)
- Tabled Community Center item pending further information (all present in favor)
- Accepted public lift station in Briarley Phase 1A Section 3 (all present in favor)
- Ended warranty period and released maintenance bond for Montgomery Bend lift station (all present in favor)
- Ended warranty period and released maintenance bond for Montgomery Bend Section 1, excluding sidewalks (all present in favor)
- Ended warranty period and released maintenance bond for Montgomery Bend Section 2, excluding sidewalks and trees (all present in favor)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss the findings of the feasibility study for the KIH Revocable Trust development (Dev. No. 2507). It will consider final plats for Briarley (formerly Redbird Meadows) sections 4, 5, and 6, and preliminary plats for sections 7 and 8, both under Dev. No. 2006. The commission will also review proposals for a new wall sign at 401 College Street, Suite 220, and a 10'x20' accessory structure at 706 Caroline Street. Routine consent agenda items include amending the meeting minutes from October 8 and November 4, 2025.
- Consideration of final plats for Briarley (Dev. No. 2006) Sections 4-6
- Consideration of preliminary plats for Briarley (Dev. No. 2006) Sections 7-8
- Proposal to install a new wall sign at 401 College Street, Suite 220
- Proposal to construct a 10'x20' accessory structure at 706 Caroline Street
- Discussion of feasibility study summary memo on KIH Revocable Trust development (Dev. No. 2507)
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plats for Briarley Sections 4, 5, and 6. It also approved a new wall sign at 401 College Street, Suite 220, and a 10'x20' accessory structure at 706 Caroline Street (2‑1 vote). All agenda minutes were amended and the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved amendment of October 08, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved amendment of November 04, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Final Plats for Briarley Sections 4‑6 (Dev. No. 2006) (unanimous)
- Approved wall sign at 401 College Street, Suite 220 (unanimous)
- Approved 10'x20' accessory structure at 706 Caroline Street (2-1)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will meet to approve October meeting minutes and authorize the City Engineer to begin design work on the Downtown Improvements Project. The meeting includes a public forum and a closed session to discuss real property and economic development negotiations.
- Approval of October 21, 2025 Regular Quarterly Meeting Minutes
- Authorization for City Engineer to begin Downtown Improvements Project design
- Public Forum for comments on MEDC matters
- Closed session for real property and economic development negotiations
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners voted to authorize the City Engineer to begin design of the Downtown Improvements Project. The board adjourned the special meeting after all present voted in favor of each motion.
- Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (all present in favor)
- Authorized City Engineer to begin design of Downtown Improvements Project (all present in favor)
- No action taken on Item A after closed session (all present in favor of no action)
- Adjourned special meeting at 6:53 p.m. (all present in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will consider a request from the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation to spend up to $850,000 on design, fabrication, and installation of wayfinding signs. The council will also act on an ordinance that amends Section 90-56 of the city code to establish new monthly water and sewer service rates. Additional items include repealing duplicate alcohol‑licensing provisions, authorizing donation of unused police camera equipment, and hearing applications for temporary construction trailers on three lots in the Redbird Meadows development.
- Approve up to $850,000 for wayfinding sign design, fabrication, and installation (Item 23).
- Adopt ordinance amending Section 90-56 to set new monthly water and sewer service rates (Item 24).
- Adopt ordinance repealing Article II, License of Chapter 6, Alcoholic Beverages to remove duplicate licensing requirements (Item 25).
- Authorize Police Department to donate unused Watch Guard in‑car camera equipment and electronic long‑gun locks (Item 26).
- Public hearing and regular agenda action on special‑use permits for temporary construction trailers at 703, 707, and 710 Gunner Court, Redbird Meadows (Items 12‑17).
The Montgomery City Council unanimously approved special‑use permits for Weekley Homes, J. Patrick Homes, and Perry Homes to place temporary construction trailers on residential lots at 703, 707, and 710 Gunner Court in the Redbird Meadows (Briarley) development. The council also accepted the quitclaim deed transferring ownership of streets in Lake Creek Village to the city. The consent agenda was accepted with all present members voting in favor.
- Approved Special Use Permit for Weekley Homes at 703 Gunner Court (all present in favor)
- Approved Special Use Permit for J. Patrick Homes at 707 Gunner Court (all present in favor)
- Approved Special Use Permit for Perry Homes at 710 Gunner Court (all present in favor)
- Accepted Quitclaim Deed for Lake Creek Village Homeowners Association (all present in favor)
- Accepted Consent Agenda (all present in favor)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several planning and development topics. All agenda items are for discussion only; no formal action will be taken. The public may comment on any matters during the public forum.
- Discussion on Mission & Vision Statement
- Presentation by Taylor Robertson on city brand refresh
- Discussion on City of Montgomery Comprehensive Plan – Envision Montgomery 2040
- Discussion on City of Montgomery Comprehensive Plan – Top 10 Priority Actions
- Discussion on Downtown Montgomery Comprehensive Plan
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve the October 08, 2025 meeting minutes, consider reappointments for three commissioners, and review final and preliminary plats for local developments.
- Approval of P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes from October 08, 2025
- Recommendation for reappointment of John Fox, Daniel Gazda, and Jeff Glaser
- Final Plat for Montgomery Bend Section 3 (Dev. No. 2203)
- Preliminary Plats for Briarley (formerly Redbird Meadows) Kammerer Drive Extension and Pond A1 (Dev. No. 2006)
- Public forum for resident comments
The Planning and Zoning Commission accepted the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. It recommended that John Fox, Daniel Gazda, and Jeff Glaser be reappointed for two‑year terms ending October 1, 2027. The commission approved the final plat for Montgomery Bend Section 3 (Dev. No. 2203) and the preliminary plats for Briarley (Redbird Meadows) Kammerer Drive Extension and Pond A1 (Dev. No. 2006). All motions carried with all present voting in favor.
- Accepted October 08, 2025 P&Z meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended reappointment of John Fox, Daniel Gazda, and Jeff Glaser (unanimous)
- Approved Final Plat for Montgomery Bend Section 3 (Dev. No. 2203) (unanimous)
- Approved Preliminary Plats for Briarley (Redbird Meadows) Kammerer Drive Extension & Pond A1 (Dev. No. 2006) (unanimous)
Crime Control And Prevention District Board
The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will consider approving the minutes from the August 25 meeting, vote on reappointing three board members, and review financial reports for July and August 2025.
- Approval of August 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Recommendation for reappointing Carol Langley, Nelson Cox, and TJ Wilkerson
- Review of financial reports for July 31 and August 31, 2025
- Quarterly meeting schedule reminder
- Public forum for comments on CCPD matters
The board approved the consent agenda, which included reappointing Carol Langley, Nelson Cox, and TJ Wilkerson to two‑year terms ending September 1, 2027. A motion to correct the next meeting date to January 26, 2026 was adopted. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:04 p.m.
- Approved consent agenda and reappointment of Langley, Cox, Wilkerson (all present voted in favor)
- Amended next meeting date from Jan 26 2006 to Jan 26 2026 (all present voted in favor)
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:04 p.m. (all present voted in favor)
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on funding the design, fabrication, and installation of wayfinding signage. It will consider a resolution authorizing up to $850,000 for the signage project and a contract with LED Partners for related services. The board will also discuss a revised scope for the Downtown Streetscape Project and the termination of the Ardurra/Kimley Horn contract.
- Public hearing on funding the wayfinding signage design, fabrication, and installation
- Resolution to approve an expenditure not to exceed $850,000 for wayfinding signs
- Authorization for the City Administrator to sign a contract with LED Partners for signage services
- Discussion of the revised scope of work for the Downtown Streetscape Project
- Consideration of termination of the Ardurra/Kimley Horn contract
The board approved a resolution to fund wayfinding signs up to $850,000 and authorized the City Administrator to sign a contract with LED Partners, contingent on City Council approval. It also recommended reappointment of three commissioners for two‑year terms, authorized termination of the Ardurra/Kimley Horn contract, and approved the August 2025 financial report.
- Approved Resolution 2025-04 to fund wayfinding signage project up to $850,000 (all present in favor)
- Authorized City Administrator to sign contract with LED Partners, pending City Council approval (all present in favor)
- Recommended reappointment of Dan Walker, Casey Olson, and Wade Nelson for two‑year terms ending Dec 31, 2027 (all present in favor)
- Authorized termination of the Ardurra/Kimley Horn contract (all present in favor)
- Approved the August 2025 financial report (all present in favor)
- Accepted the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (all present in favor)
- Motion to adjourn the regular quarterly meeting carried (all present in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the city's bonding capacity and utility rates. The discussion will focus on financing the Water Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements, a $27.445 million project funded through Tax & Revenue Certificates of Obligation Series 2026. No formal action will be taken; the items are for discussion only.
- Discussion on the City’s bonding capacity (Workshop item, discussion only)
- Discussion on the City’s utility rates (Workshop item, discussion only)
- Presentation by U.S. Capital Advisors on Tax Rate Analysis for utility system improvement projects
- Utility System Improvement Projects – Water Plant & Wastewater Treatment Plant, $27.445 M project cost
- Public Forum allowing citizens to comment for up to three minutes each
The workshop meeting consisted of presentations and discussion on the city's bonding capacity, impact fees, and proposed water and sewer rate changes. No votes, approvals, denials, or ordinances were adopted during this session.
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will consider routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of recent meeting minutes and a service‑agreement amendment with Rick Hanna CBO Partners. It will also act on several resolutions authorizing public hearings for special‑use permit applications—three for temporary construction trailers in the Briarley development, one for a restaurant with a drive‑through at 22205 FM 1097, and others related to escrow agreements, a lease for a seasonal food‑service space, and nominations to various boards. Additional items include votes on the Texas Municipal League directors, impact‑fee discussions, and departmental reports. A closed session will address ongoing litigation.
- Resolution for public hearing on Weekley Homes' special‑use permit for a temporary construction trailer at 703 Gunner Court, Briarley
- Resolution for public hearing on J. Patrick Homes' special‑use permit for a temporary construction trailer at 707 Gunner Court, Briarley
- Resolution for public hearing on Perry Homes' special‑use permit for a temporary construction trailer at 710 Gunner Court, Briarley
- Resolution for public hearing on Cruz Real Estate Ventures LLC's special‑use permit for a restaurant with drive‑through at 22205 FM 1097 (Waterstone on Lake Conroe 01 Lot Res A‑2)
- Authorization for the Mayor to sign escrow agreements with Montgomery Flex LLC (2.73‑acre development) and Cox Communities LLC (2.5731‑acre development)
The City Council voted to approve a special‑use permit for Cruz Real Estate Ventures to build a restaurant with an accessory drive‑through at 22205 FM 1097. The Council also authorized escrow agreements and feasibility‑study memos for two separate developments: a 2.73‑acre project by Montgomery Flex LLC and a 2.5731‑acre project by Cox Communities LLC. All motions carried with all present members voting in favor.
- Approved special‑use permit for restaurant with drive‑through at 22205 FM 1097 (all present voted in favor; affirmative four‑fifths vote)
- Authorized Mayor to sign escrow agreement and engineer to prepare feasibility study for Montgomery Flex LLC 2.73‑acre development (all present voted in favor)
- Authorized Mayor to sign escrow agreement and engineer to prepare feasibility study for Cox Communities LLC 2.5731‑acre development (all present voted in favor)
- Accepted consent agenda as presented (all present voted in favor)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on the September 02, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review preliminary plats for the Briarley (formerly Redbird Meadows) Sections 4, 5, and 6 (Dev. No. 2006). The commission will also consider three separate special‑use permit requests to place temporary construction trailers on residential lots at 703, 707, and 710 Gunner Court in the Redbird Meadows development.
- Approve P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes of September 02, 2025.
- Preliminary plats for Briarley Sections 4, 5, and 6 (Dev. No. 2006).
- Special‑use permit request for a temporary construction trailer at 703 Gunner Court.
- Special‑use permit request for a temporary construction trailer at 707 Gunner Court.
- Special‑use permit request for a temporary construction trailer at 710 Gunner Court.
The commission unanimously accepted the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the preliminary plats for Briarley (formerly Redbird Meadows) Sections 4, 5, and 6, covering about 690 homes. It also approved special‑use permits for temporary construction trailers at 703, 707, and 710 Gunner Court, each set to expire on December 31, 2027. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Accepted September 2, 2025 minutes – all present voting in favor
- Approved preliminary plats for Briarley Sections 4‑6 – all present voting in favor
- Approved special‑use permit for temporary trailer at 703 Gunner Court – all present voting in favor
- Approved special‑use permit for temporary trailer at 707 Gunner Court – all present voting in favor
- Approved special‑use permit for temporary trailer at 710 Gunner Court – all present voting in favor
- Adjourned meeting at 6:26 p.m. – all present voting in favor
City Council
The City Council will consider a rezoning request for a church and a restaurant with a drive-through, and authorize the mayor to sign settlement agreements. The meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2025.
- Public hearing set for restaurant permit at 22205 FM 1097
- Rezoning request for Lone Star Cowboy Church (58.952 acres)
- Rezoning request for BCS Capital (11.084 acres)
- Authorization for Mayor to sign settlement agreements
- Acceptance of Old Plantersville Waterline project
The City Council accepted the consent agenda. It approved the Old Plantersville Waterline project and entered a one‑year warranty. The council accepted the final plat for Legacy Grove Section 1. It authorized the mayor to sign a consent to encroachment for 1000 Foster Drive LLC.
- Accepted consent agenda (all present voted in favor)
- Approved Old Plantersville Waterline project and one‑year warranty (all present voted in favor)
- Accepted final plat for Legacy Grove Section 1 (all present voted in favor)
- Authorized mayor to sign Consent to Encroachment for 1000 Foster Drive LLC (all present voted in favor)
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will discuss a Chapter 380 incentive agreement with BCS for a 39-acre commercial and multi-family development. The board will also consider changing its meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly.
- Chapter 380 Economic Development Incentive Agreement with BCS for 39 acres of land
- Resolution to change meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly
- Financial Report for July 2025
- Update on Wayfinding Project
- Update on Downtown Streetscape
The board approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a Chapter 380 Economic Development Incentive Agreement with BCS Capital, authorizing the president to sign the $4 million reimbursement agreement. The corporation adopted a resolution to change its regular meetings from monthly to quarterly and authorized staff to proceed with the wayfinding sign project at the LED Partners bid of $948,270.75.
- Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried with all present voting in favor)
- Approved Chapter 380 Economic Development Incentive Agreement with BCS Capital; authorized MEDC President to sign (motion carried with all present voting in favor)
- Approved Resolution 2025-03 to change meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly (motion carried with all present voting in favor)
- Authorized staff to move forward with wayfinding sign project using LED Partners at $948,270.75 (motion carried with all present voting in favor)
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m. (motion carried with all present voting in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY2026 operating budget and the 2025 tax rate of $0.4000 per $100 of assessed value. Council members will consider and possibly adopt an ordinance adopting the FY2025‑2026 operating budget, which would increase property‑tax revenue by $292,343 (13.20%). They will also consider ordinances setting the ad valorem tax rates for operations ($0.3258) and debt service ($0.0742) and the combined rate of $0.4000.
- Public hearing on FY2026 City of Montgomery operating budget
- Public hearing on proposed 2025 tax rate of $0.4000 per $100 valuation
- Ordinance to adopt FY2025‑2026 operating budget (increase revenue $292,343)
- Ordinance to set 2025 ad valorem tax rate for operations at $0.3258 per $100
- Ordinance to set 2025 ad valorem tax rate for debt service at $0.0742 per $100
The council adopted Ordinance 2025-12, approving the FY2025‑2026 operating budget. It also approved the 2025 ad valorem tax rates: $0.3258 for maintenance and operations, $0.0742 for debt service, and a combined rate of $0.4000 per $100. All motions passed with all present members voting in favor.
- Approved Ordinance 2025-12 adopting FY2025‑2026 operating budget (all present in favor)
- Adopted 2025 Maintenance & Operations ad valorem tax rate $0.3258 per $100 (all present in favor)
- Adopted 2025 Debt Service ad valorem tax rate $0.0742 per $100 (all present in favor)
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-13 setting overall 2025 ad valorem tax rate $0.4000 per $100 (all present in favor)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several rezoning requests and a Special Use Permit for an H-E-B restaurant drive-through. The body will also consider updating water and wastewater impact fees for new developments.
- Rezoning request for 58.952-acre Tract 1 (Lone Star Cowboy Church)
- Rezoning request for 11.084 acres of Tract 2-G (BCS Capital LLC)
- Special Use Permit for H-E-B, LP restaurant drive-through on 31.97-acre tract
- Proposed ordinance updating water and wastewater impact fees for new development
- Request to create a full-time Parks & Recreation Program Coordinator & Event Organizer position
The Montgomery City Council approved the consent agenda, adopted Ordinance 2025-11 to raise water and wastewater impact fees, and approved rezoning requests for Lone Star Cowboy Church and BCS Capital LLC, as well as a special‑use permit for an H‑E‑B restaurant drive‑through. All motions passed with all six members voting in favor.
- Accepted consent agenda (motion by Olson) – approved 6‑0
- Approved rezoning for Lone Star Cowboy Church (Dev. 2407) – approved 6‑0
- Approved rezoning for BCS Capital LLC (Dev. 2415) – approved 6‑0
- Approved special‑use permit for H‑E‑B restaurant drive‑through – approved 6‑0
- Adopted Ordinance 2025‑11 updating water and wastewater impact fees – approved 6‑0
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on the August 5 meeting minutes and consider several development actions. Items include a special use permit for a restaurant with drive‑through service at 22205 FM 1097 (legal description: WATERSTONE ON LAKE CONROE 01 LOT RES A-2), a variance request for off‑street parking for the BCS Capital multi‑family project (Dev. No. 2415), and approval of the final plat for Legacy Grove Section 1 (Dev. No. 2409). The commission will also discuss any public comments during the forum.
- Approve P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes of August 05, 2025
- Special use permit for restaurant with drive‑through at 22205 FM 1097 (WATERSTONE ON LAKE CONROE 01 LOT RES A-2)
- Variance request for required off‑street parking for BCS Capital Multi‑family development (Dev. No. 2415)
- Final plat approval for Legacy Grove Section 1 (Dev. No. 2409)
The commission approved the August 5, 2025 Planning & Zoning minutes, recommended approval of a special‑use permit for a restaurant with drive‑through at 22205 FM 1097 with owner‑linked conditions, denied a parking‑space variance for the BCS Capital multifamily development (Dev. No. 2415), and recommended the final plat for Legacy Grove Section 1 (Dev. No. 2409). All motions passed with either unanimous or majority votes.
- Approved August 5, 2025 Planning & Zoning minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended special‑use permit for restaurant with drive‑through at 22205 FM 1097, tied to owner (3 Ayes, 1 Nay)
- Denied parking‑space variance for BCS Capital multifamily development (Dev. No. 2415) (unanimous)
- Recommended final plat for Legacy Grove Section 1 (Dev. No. 2409) (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:59 p.m. (unanimous)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will vote on a resolution to hold a public hearing for H‑E‑B's request for a special‑use permit to add a drive‑through lane to its grocery development. The council will also act on several agreements, including a partnership with Montgomery Neighbors Magazine, a firearms training range use agreement, and contracts for infrastructure projects such as Lift Station 10 Phase II and the Water Plant 3 booster pump addition. Additional items include authorizing an interlocal agreement with the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation and design work for the Buffalo Springs and CB Stewart projects.
- Resolution for public hearing on H‑E‑B special‑use permit (31.97‑acre drive‑through lane)
- Partnership agreement with Montgomery Neighbors Magazine
- Firearms training range use agreement for law‑enforcement officers
- Award contract for Lift Station 10 Improvements Phase II
- Authorize Water Plant 3 booster pump addition contract
The council accepted the consent agenda items, which included a resolution to hold a public hearing on September 9, 2025 for H‑E‑B’s special use permit application. The motion passed with all present members voting in favor. The council also tabled the discussion of a partnership agreement with Montgomery Neighbors Magazine.
- Approved consent agenda items, including resolution for public hearing on H‑E‑B special use permit (unanimous)
- Tabled consideration of partnership agreement with Montgomery Neighbors Magazine
Crime Control And Prevention District Board
The Crime Control and Prevention District is discussing a range use agreement with Valhalla Trust for police training. The board will also consider changing its meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly and reviewing financial reports.
- Proposed $10,000 annual fee for use of Valhalla Trust firearms training range
- Proposed funding for construction of training structures at the leased range facility
- Proposed change of meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly
- Review of financial reports for periods ending May 31, 2025 and June 30, 2025
The board accepted the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes and changed its meeting schedule to a quarterly format on the last Monday of January, April, July, and October at 6:00 p.m. It approved a proposed agreement with the Valhalla Trust for a firearms training range and authorized the Chief of Police to sign it. The board also approved $10,000 from the CCPD fund to build training structures at the leased range facility. Financial reports for May 31 and June 30, 2025 were approved.
- Accepted July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
- Changed meeting schedule to quarterly, last Monday of Jan/Apr/Jul/Oct at 6 p.m. (6‑0)
- Approved firearms training range agreement and authorized Chief to sign (6‑0)
- Approved $10,000 funding for training structures at the range (6‑0)
- Approved financial reports for periods ending May 31 and June 30, 2025 (6‑0)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:18 p.m. (6‑0)
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will discuss a resolution to hold a public hearing on the purchase of 0.68 acres at 213 Prairie Street. The board will also approve minutes from July meetings, review the FY 2025‑2026 Quality of Live Events budget, and consider financial reports for May and June 2025. A closed session will address real‑property deliberations related to the same parcel.
- Resolution to call a public hearing on purchasing 0.68 acres at 213 Prairie Street (M. Corner Survey, Abstract 8)
- Approval of Quality of Live Events FY 2025‑2026
- Approval of July 9 and July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
- Financial reports for May and June 2025
- Closed session deliberations on real‑property purchase of 213 Prairie Street
The board approved the consent agenda minutes for July 9 and July 15 and accepted the May‑June 2025 financial reports, each with all present voting in favor. No action was taken on the FY 2025‑26 Quality of Live Events proposal. The board authorized President Jeff Angelo to sign an Interlocal Agreement to convey 213 Prairie Street to the MEDC, also with unanimous support.
- Approved Consent Agenda minutes for July 09 and July 15 (all present voting in favor)
- No action taken on Quality of Live Events FY 2025‑26
- Accepted Financial Reports for May and June 2025 (all present voting in favor)
- Authorized President Jeff Angelo to sign Interlocal Agreement for 213 Prairie Street (all present voting in favor)
- Continued scheduled community events and discontinued the snow party
- Adjourned the meeting (all present voting in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will vote on the proposed fiscal year 2025‑2026 budget and accompanying tax rate. Additional items include the emergency communication district budget for FY 2026, resolutions to hold public hearings on two rezoning proposals, and a fleet lease agreement for police and public works vehicles. All items are presented for consideration and possible action at the regular meeting.
- Approval of the FY 2025‑2026 City of Montgomery budget (Item 26)
- Approval of the FY 2025‑2026 tax rate (Item 25)
- Approval of the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District budget for FY 2026 (Item 18)
- Resolution calling public hearings on rezoning of a 58.952‑acre tract and an 11.084‑acre tract (Items 14 & 15)
- Approval of a fleet lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management for police and public works vehicles (Item 24)
The City Council unanimously adopted the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District budget for FY 2026. Council members also unanimously nominated Paul Virgadamo to represent the city on the district board, approved an alcohol beverage license for Napoli’s Italian Grill & Bar, and authorized a $25,000 architectural services contract with Engineered Buildings, Inc. The consent agenda, which included several prior meeting minutes and resolutions, was also approved.
- Approved Consent Agenda (including prior minutes and resolutions) – all present in favor
- Approved Resolution 2025-27, adopting the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District Budget FY2026 – all present in favor
- Approved nomination of Paul Virgadamo to represent the city on the Montgomery County Emergency Communication District board – all present in favor
- Approved Alcohol Beverage License for Napoli’s Italian Grill & Bar – all present in favor
- Approved $25,000 contract for pre‑design/concept architectural services with Engineered Buildings, Inc. – all present in favor
City Council
The Montgomery City Council workshop will review the FY2026 property tax rate and the FY2026 annual budget, both for discussion only with no action taken. An update on the Evergreen Solutions Compensation Study will also be presented. Residents may address the council during a public forum, limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Review and discussion of FY2026 tax rate – no‑new‑revenue rate $0.3663 per $100, voter‑approval rate $0.4537 per $100
- Review and discussion of FY2026 budget – proposed General Fund revenue $8,159,615 and surplus $411,483
- Update on Evergreen Solutions Compensation Study
- Public forum for citizen comments (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- All workshop items are for discussion only; no formal action will be taken
The City Council held a workshop on August 11, 2025 to discuss the proposed FY2026 tax rate, the FY2026 annual budget, and the Evergreen Solutions compensation study. No formal actions or approvals were recorded on those agenda items. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m. after a motion by Council Member Czulewicz, seconded by Council Member Fox, was carried with all present voting in favor.
- Adjourned workshop meeting (motion by Czulewicz, seconded by Fox, carried unanimously)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and possibly act on preliminary reports for two rezoning requests: one for a 58.952‑acre Tract 1 submitted by Lone Star Cowboy Church and another for a 12.15‑acre Tract 2‑G submitted by BCS Capital, LLC. The commission will also hear a public hearing on the Tract 1 rezoning and consider a special‑use permit for a restaurant drive‑through, an accessory structure at 706 Caroline Street, and a partial re‑plat for Hills of Town Creek Section 5.
- Rezoning request for 58.952‑acre Tract 1 (Zacharias Landrum Survey, Abstract 22) – Lone Star Cowboy Church (Dev. No. 2407)
- Rezoning request for 12.15‑acre Tract 2‑G (John Corner Survey, Abstract 8) – BCS Capital, LLC (Dev. No. 2415)
- Special‑use permit request for a restaurant with drive‑through service (31.97‑acre tract, J. Corner Survey, Abstract 8)
- Accessory structure proposal (30’ x 45’) in rear yard of 706 Caroline Street
- Partial re‑plat for Hills of Town Creek Section 5 (Dev. No. 2406)
The commission accepted the consent agenda, which included canceling two pending public hearings. It recommended and approved rezoning for Lone Star Cowboy Church’s 58.952‑acre tract and for BCS Capital LLC’s 12.15‑acre property, both with unanimous votes. The board also approved a special‑use permit for a restaurant drive‑through, a partial re‑plat for Hills of Town Creek Section 5, rescheduled an upcoming meeting, took no action on an accessory‑structure request, and adjourned unanimously.
- Accepted consent agenda (including cancellation of two public hearings) (4‑0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning for Lone Star Cowboy Church (58.952‑acre) (4‑0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning for BCS Capital LLC (12.15‑acre) (4‑0)
- Recommended approval of special‑use permit for restaurant drive‑through (31.97‑acre) (4‑0)
- Took no action on accessory structure request at 706 Caroline Street (owner to revise)
- Recommended approval of partial re‑plat for Hills of Town Creek Section 5 (4‑0)
- Recommended approval to reschedule Oct 7, 2025 meeting to Oct 8, 2025 (4‑0)
- Adjourned meeting (4‑0)
Crime Control And Prevention District Board
The Montgomery Crime Control and Prevention District will discuss the proposed FY26 budget and a request to pay for a portion of the November 2024 joint election. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from June 30, 2025.
- Possible action to pay $17,929 (50%) of the City of Montgomery's November 2024 joint election costs
- Consideration and possible action to accept the proposed FY26 budget
- Approval of June 30, 2025 regular meeting minutes
The board unanimously accepted the June 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized a $17,929 payment covering half of the City’s November 2024 joint election costs, passing 5‑1. The proposed FY26 budget was also approved unanimously.
- Accepted June 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Authorized $17,929 payment for 50% of 2024 election costs (5‑1)
- Approved FY26 budget for the district (unanimous)
- Adjourned the regular meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing and then consider a request by Texas First Bank for a special use permit to build a financial institution with two drive‑thru lanes and a drive‑up ATM at 19940 Eva Street. The meeting also includes resolutions to amend the city policies on holidays and vacation leave, adopt ordinances changing water and wastewater impact fees and solid‑waste collection rates, and approve land purchase and promotional video projects for the Economic Development Corporation.
- Public hearing and regular agenda consideration of Texas First Bank special use permit for a drive‑thru and ATM at 19940 Eva Street
- Ordinance amending Article III, "Impact Fees" of Chapter 90 to set new water and wastewater impact fees for new development
- Ordinance amending rates and penalties for solid waste collection service within the city
- Resolution approving purchase of 0.2458 acres of land at Montgomery Townsite 03, Block 16
- Resolution approving a project and expenditure for video promotional material with Pioneer Production Services, LLC
The Montgomery City Council unanimously approved a special use permit for Texas First Bank at 19940 Eva Street. It also adopted two amendments to the City Policies and Procedures Manual (holidays and vacation leave) and accepted first readings for a $29,300 video promotion project and a land purchase of 0.2458 acres at Montgomery Townsite 03, Bik 16. Additional resolutions supporting Central Texas flood victims and scheduling a public hearing on impact‑fee updates were also approved.
- Approved special use permit for Texas First Bank at 19940 Eva Street (all present voting in favor)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-19 amending holiday policy in the City Manual (all present voting in favor)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-20 amending vacation‑leave policy in the City Manual (all present voting in favor)
- Accepted first reading of resolution to fund $29,300 video promotion by MEDC (all present voting in favor)
- Accepted first reading of resolution to purchase 0.2458 acres at Montgomery Townsite 03, Bik 16 (all present voting in favor)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-21 supporting Central Texas flood victims with a green‑ribbon initiative (all present voting in favor)
- Approved ordinance calling a public hearing on updating water and wastewater impact fees (all present voting in favor)
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will vote on two resolutions: one to approve a $29,300 contract with Pioneer Production Services, LLC for a short‑form video documentary and promotional material, and another to approve the purchase of 0.2458 acres at Montgomery Townsite 03, Block 16 for $230,000 plus closing costs. The board will also consider the FY2026 annual budget, a non‑budgeted purchase of six tablets for commission members, and approval of the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Resolution to approve a $29,300 contract with Pioneer Production Services, LLC for video promotional material
- Resolution to approve purchase of 0.2458 acres at Montgomery Townsite 03, BLK 16 for $230,000 plus closing costs
- Approval of the MEDC FY2026 Annual Budget
- Approval of a non‑budgeted purchase of six tablets for MEDC commission members
- Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes from June 17, 2025
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation approved a resolution to buy 0.2458 acres at Montgomery Townsite 03, Block 16 for $230,000. It also approved a $29,300 contract with Pioneer Production Services for a promotional video, and authorized up to $7,000 for six Surface Pro tablets for commission members. The FY2026 MEDC budget was approved and will be posted for public comment.
- Approved purchase of 0.2458 acres of land for $230,000 (unanimous)
- Approved $29,300 video production contract with Pioneer Production Services (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of six tablets up to $7,000 (unanimous)
- Approved MEDC FY2026 Annual Budget (unanimous)
- Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda items for future meetings (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the FY2026 Annual Budget and several personnel policy updates. All items on the agenda are for discussion only, and no formal actions will be taken during this meeting.
- Discussion of FY2026 Annual Budget by Fund and Department
- Review of Texas Municipal Retirement Services plan, including a potential employee contribution increase from 7% to 8%
- Proposed addition of New Year’s Eve and Juneteenth as paid City holidays
- Proposed alignment of vacation leave accrual with 26 pay periods and removal of the maximum accrual threshold
- Review of Evergreen Solutions Compensation Study
The council expressed strong support for Texas Municipal Retirement Services Option 2, which raises the employee contribution rate to 8% and omits a retroactive COLA, with an estimated 1.7% increase in payroll costs. The holiday‑policy amendment to add a New Year’s Eve half‑day and the vacation‑leave amendment removing the accrual cap were both postponed for a vote at the July 22 regular meeting. Council also agreed to move forward with a hybrid compensation scale for selected employees, with details to be finalized in future meetings. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Supported TMRS Option 2 (8% employee contribution, no retro COLA) – no vote recorded
- Postponed holiday policy amendment (add New Year’s Eve half‑day) to July 22 regular meeting
- Postponed vacation leave policy amendment (remove accrual cap, set payout cap) to July 22 regular meeting
- Agreed to adopt hybrid compensation scale from Evergreen Solutions study – to be finalized later
- Motion to adjourn meeting carried; all present voted in favor
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will discuss the proposed FY 2026 budget and strategic priorities. The body is reviewing a budget framework that includes essential investments, strategic events, and a 'wish list' of aspirational projects.
- Proposed FY 2026 budget with estimated revenue of $896,000
- Proposed $229,708 for consulting and professional services, including $136,458 for Ardurra McCown Streetscape Improvements
- Proposed removal of Montgomery Water Party, Snow Party, and Movie Night at the Park from the budget
- Discussion of a 'wish list' including a $450,000 Wayfinding Program and a $15,000 Hotel Feasibility Study
- Proposed 5-year Downtown Initiative strategic plan estimated between $1.25M and $1.5M
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation workshop met on July 9, 2025. Commissioners discussed the proposed FY 2026 budget but took no formal action on it. A motion to adjourn was made by Council Member Langley, seconded by Secretary Londeen, and carried with all present voting in favor.
- Motion to adjourn workshop meeting carried (all present voting in favor)
City Council
The City Council will discuss a proposal from Communications Tower Group I, LLC to install a cell tower on city property. The body is also deciding on several development agreements and infrastructure acceptances.
- Proposal by Communications Tower Group I, LLC for a cell tower and land lease agreement
- Special Use Permit application for Texas First Bank at 19940 Eva Street
- Development Agreement with BCS Capital, LLC for ~38 acres along SH 105
- Interlocal agreement with Montgomery County for a temporary traffic signal at Lone Star Parkway and Lone Star Bend
- Design authorization for the Lawson and Simonton Waterline Loop project
The council unanimously approved the consent‑agenda items covering the May 13 and May 22 meeting minutes. It also approved Resolution 2025‑17, calling for a public hearing on July 22 2025 regarding Texas First Bank’s special‑use permit application for a drive‑through and ATM at 19940 Eva Street. No other motions were adopted during the meeting.
- Approved consent‑agenda items (May 13 and May 22 minutes) – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Approved Resolution 2025‑17 to hold a public hearing on Texas First Bank special‑use permit – motion carried with all present voting in favor
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss several property modifications and special use permits. The body will also consider calling public hearings for two rezoning requests involving a church and a multi-family residential project.
- Special use permit request for a financial facility with two drive-through lanes and an ATM at 19940 Eva Street
- Rezoning request for 58.952-acre Tract 1 to I-Institutional for Lone Star Cowboy Church
- Rezoning request for 12.15-acres of Tract 2-G to R2-Multi-family Residential for BCS Capital, LLC
- Proposed replacement of existing posts at 14420 Liberty Street
- Update on roof installation over a patio at 14335 Liberty Street in the Historic Preservation District
The Planning and Zoning Commission elected Daniel Gazda as Vice Chairman and approved the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved replacement of the posts at 14420 Liberty Street and recommended a special‑use permit for a financial facility at 19940 Eva Street. The commission also set two public hearings each for rezoning requests on a 58.952‑acre tract and a 12.15‑acre tract, both to be held on August 5 and September 2, 2025.
- Elected Daniel Gazda as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
- Approved P&Z meeting minutes of June 11, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved replacement of posts at 14420 Liberty Street (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of special‑use permit for financial facility at 19940 Eva Street (unanimous)
- Scheduled two public hearings for rezoning 58.952‑acre Tract 1 (August 5 & Sep 2, 2025) (unanimous)
- Scheduled two public hearings for rezoning 12.15‑acre Tract 2‑G (August 5 & Sep 2, 2025) (unanimous)
City Council
The council will consider a resolution authorizing the City Administrator to sign all documents needed to buy a 3.252‑acre parcel at 14460 Liberty Street from Ward Investments, L.L.C. A second resolution will authorize the sale of about 4.681 acres along Clepper Drive to Montgomery Independent School District. Staff will discuss a possible rezoning of 63 acres on Summit Park Drive from commercial to institutional. A closed session will address a lease discussion for 213 Prairie Street.
- Resolution to let the City Administrator execute documents for purchase of 3.252 acres at 14460 Liberty Street from Ward Investments, L.L.C.
- Resolution to let the City Administrator execute documents for sale of ~4.681 acres along Clepper Drive to Montgomery Independent School District.
- Discussion of potential rezoning of 63 acres on Summit Park Drive from commercial to institutional.
- Closed‑session deliberation (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072) on real‑property lease for 213 Prairie Street.
- Public forum allowing residents three‑minute comments on any city matters.
The council unanimously approved Resolution 2025‑15, allowing the City Administrator to sign all documents needed to purchase property from Ward Investments, L.L.C. It also unanimously approved Resolution 2025‑16, permitting the Administrator to sign documents for the sale of about 4.681 acres to Montgomery Independent School District. A discussion was held on rezoning 63 acres on Summit Park Drive, but no action was taken. No action was taken on the closed‑session matter concerning 213 Prairie Street.
- Approved Resolution 2025-15 authorizing Administrator to execute purchase documents for Ward Investments property (all present voting in favor)
- Approved Resolution 2025-16 authorizing Administrator to execute sale documents for ~4.681 acres to Montgomery ISD (all present voting in favor)
- Discussed potential rezoning of 63 acres on Summit Park Drive; no action taken
- Closed‑session deliberations on 213 Prairie Street lease; no action taken
- Motion to adjourn the special meeting carried with all present voting in favor
Crime Control And Prevention District Board
The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will consider approval of the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes. Board members will hear public comments during a limited-time forum. The primary agenda item is a presentation and discussion of the preliminary recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026, presented by Police Chief Anthony Solomon.
- Approve CCPD regular meeting minutes from May 19, 2025 (consent agenda)
- Public forum for citizen comments (max three minutes per speaker)
- Presentation and discussion of the preliminary FY 2026 budget proposal by Police Chief Anthony Solomon
- Consider items for placement on future agendas
- Adjourn the meeting
The board voted to accept the Crime Control and Prevention District minutes from May 19, 2025, with all members present voting in favor. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:21 p.m. after a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Accepted CCPD May 19, 2025 minutes (7‑0 vote)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:21 p.m. (7‑0 vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for a fast-food restaurant at 21049 Eva Street. The body will also discuss development agreements for HEB and the Villages of Montgomery, and review infrastructure acceptance for Briarley Phase 1A.
- Special use permit for fast-food restaurant with drive-through at 21049 Eva Street
- Variance request for utility easement and vegetative setback for HEB development (Dev. No. 2402)
- MOU for Villages of Montgomery Development (Dev. No. 2502)
- Change Order No. 2 to upsize well motor and pump at Water Plant No. 2
- Acceptance of public infrastructure and lift station for Briarley Phase 1A
The City Council voted 4‑Nay to 1‑Aye to deny the special‑use permit for a fast‑food restaurant with a drive‑through at 21049 Eva Street. The consent agenda was accepted with all present members voting in favor, which included the appointment of Jeff Glaser to the Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission.
- Denied special‑use permit for fast‑food drive‑through at 21049 Eva Street (4‑Nay, 1‑Aye)
- Accepted consent agenda (unanimous approval)
- Approved appointment of Jeff Glaser to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous approval as part of consent agenda)
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will meet on June 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The board will approve the May 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes and receive public comments. It will discuss updates on the ISCS event, May 2025 community events, and the Downtown Streetscapes Project. The board will set the meeting time for a July 9, 2025 budget workshop and enter a closed executive session to consider a possible real‑property purchase under Texas Government Code §551.072.
- Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes from May 20, 2025 (Consent Agenda)
- Updates on the ISCS event, May 2025 community events, and the Downtown Streetscapes Project
- Consideration of setting the MEDC Budget Workshop date for July 9, 2025
- Closed executive session to deliberate a potential real‑property purchase (Section 551.072)
- Public forum allowing three‑minute comments from residents
The board approved the regular meeting minutes from May 20, 2025. They set the MEDC budget workshop for July 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. They authorized the city administrator to negotiate the purchase of real property for the corporation. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (all present voting in favor)
- Set MEDC budget workshop for July 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (all present voting in favor)
- Authorized city administrator to negotiate real property purchase (all present voting in favor)
- Adjourned the regular meeting (all present voting in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will discuss two contracts with Retail Strategies, covering Downtown Strategies and Retail Recruitment. Council members will review the 5‑Year Strategic Action Plan prepared by Retail Strategies. The meeting includes consideration of professional services agreements between the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation and Retail Strategies for both initiatives.
- Discussion with Retail Strategies regarding the Downtown Strategies contract
- Discussion with Retail Strategies regarding the Retail Recruitment contract
- Review of Retail Strategies’ 5‑Year Strategic Action Plan
- Consideration of Professional Services Agreement for Downtown Strategies
- Consideration of Professional Services Agreement for Retail Recruitment
At the June 16, 2025 special meeting, the council voted to reject the continuation of the Professional Services Agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC for the Downtown Strategies initiative. A separate motion also rejected the agreement for the Retail Recruitment initiative. Both motions were carried with all present members voting in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
- Rejected continuation of Downtown Strategies consulting agreement (all present voted yes)
- Rejected continuation of Retail Recruitment consulting agreement (all present voted yes)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m. (all present voted yes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will elect a Vice Chairman to fill a vacancy through October 2025. It will review an application from Jeff Glaser for a Board of Director seat. The commission will discuss a special‑use permit for a fast‑food restaurant with drive‑through at 21049 Eva Street, including a closed‑session attorney consultation. Additional items include approval of new business signs at 21012 Eva Street and a roof over the patio at 14335 Liberty Street.
- Election of Vice Chairman to fill Board vacancy until Oct 2025
- Application of Jeff Glaser for a Planning & Zoning Commission board seat
- Special‑use permit request for a fast‑food restaurant with drive‑through at 21049 Eva St
- Installation of five new business signs at 21012 Eva St in the Historic Preservation District
- Permit to install a roof over the patio at 14335 Liberty St in the Historic Preservation District
The commission voted to table the Vice Chair election until July 1, 2025, and unanimously recommended Jeff Glazer for a Board of Directors appointment. It approved the installation of five new business signs on Eva Street with a future conversion of the hanging sign, and approved improvements to 826 College Street with conditions on tree removal. The commission also approved the HEB development variance, accepted the bi‑annual water and wastewater impact fees, and recommended denial of a fast‑food drive‑through permit.
- Table Vice Chair election until July 01, 2025 (motion carried, all present in favor)
- Recommend Jeff Glazer for Board appointment to City Council (unanimous approval)
- Table roof over patio at 14335 Liberty Street until July 01, 2025 (motion carried, all present in favor)
- Recommend denial of fast‑food drive‑through permit at 21049 Eva Street to City Council (motion carried, all present in favor)
- Approve installation of five new business signs at 21012 Eva Street, with future conversion of hanging sign (3 Ayes, 1 Nay)
- Approve improvements to 826 College Street in Historic Preservation District, with conditions on tree removal (motion carried, all present in favor)
- Approve variance for HEB Development No. 2402 utility easement and vegetative setback (motion carried, all present in favor)
- Approve acceptance of bi‑annual water and wastewater impact fees for recommendation to City Council (motion carried, all present in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of several recent meeting minutes and an update on a special use permit for a temporary trailer at The Hills of Town Creek. The council will discuss and possibly act on the financial audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, the draft development agreement with H‑E‑B (Dev. No. 2402), and the engineer’s recommendation for design services on Water Plant No. 4. Additional items include acceptance of public infrastructure for the MISD CTE & Ag Barn project and a liquor license application from Two Lips to Tulips.
- Approval of the Financial Audit for fiscal year ending September 30, 2024
- Discussion of the draft Development Agreement with H‑E‑B (Dev. No. 2402)
- Acceptance of the Engineer’s Recommendation for Water Plant No. 4 design services
- Acceptance of Public Infrastructure on MISD CTE & Ag Barn project
- Consideration of an Alcohol Beverage License Application filed by Two Lips to Tulips
The council accepted all consent‑agenda items (items 4‑8) with all present members voting in favor. Council Member Donaldson moved to approve the Financial Audit for the fiscal year ending September 30 2024, which passed unanimously. No other actions were taken on the H‑EB development discussion or the special‑use trailer request.
- Accepted consent‑agenda items #4‑8 (all present in favor)
- Approved Financial Audit for FY ending Sep 30 2024 (all present in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will hold a workshop meeting on June 9, 2025. The meeting is for discussion only, with no actions taken. Council members will discuss the FY2026 annual budget by department. The public will have a forum to provide comments limited to three minutes each.
- Discussion of FY2026 Annual Budget by department (discussion only)
- Public forum for citizen comments (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
Council Member Stan Donaldson moved to adjourn the workshop meeting, and Council Member Carol Langley seconded the motion. The motion carried with all present voting in favor, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m. No other motions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the agenda consisted of budget presentations and discussion.
- Adjourned workshop meeting at 7:43 p.m. (motion carried unanimously)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will receive public comments on a request for a manufactured home at 413 Westway Drive and consider that placement request. It will also consider partial replats for Jadak Manor Section 1 Tract 2 and Buffalo Springs Section 2, a variance request for The Villages of Montgomery, and authorize a utility and economic feasibility study amendment for the BCS Capital development. Additionally, the council will discuss moving Incode ERP Pro 10 and Municipal Justice to a cloud/SaaS platform.
- Public hearing and request to place a manufactured home at 413 Westway Drive for voter residency (TriPointe Homes)
- Partial Replat for Jadak Manor Section 1 Tract 2 at 1005 College Street
- Partial Replat for Buffalo Springs Section 2
- Variance request for minimum lot size and setbacks for The Villages of Montgomery (Dev. No. 2502)
- Authorization for WGA to complete a Utility and Economic Feasibility Study Amendment for BCS Capital (Dev. No. 2415)
The Montgomery City Council voted to approve a temporary manufactured home at 413 Westway Drive to establish voter residency within the proposed MUD 255. The council also approved a partial replat for Jadak Manor Section 1 Tract 2 at 1005 College Street. Additionally, a partial replat for Buffalo Springs Section 2, combining lots 28‑30, was approved. All motions carried with all present voting in favor.
- Approved temporary manufactured home at 413 Westway Drive for voter residency (unanimous)
- Approved partial replat for Jadak Manor Section 1 Tract 2 at 1005 College Street (unanimous)
- Approved partial replat for Buffalo Springs Section 2 combining lots 28‑30 (unanimous)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council held a workshop meeting on May 22, 2025. Council members discussed FY2026 annual budget planning using the ClearGov platform. They also presented the City’s Capital Improvement Plan and explored funding options for its projects. The meeting included a public forum for resident comments, but no formal actions were taken.
- Discussion of FY2026 Annual Budget planning (ClearGov platform overview)
- Presentation on the City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and funding options
- Public Forum – residents may speak up to three minutes each
- All agenda items are for discussion only; no actions will be taken
Finance Director Maryann Carl gave an overview of the FY 2026 budget planning process and the new ClearGov platform. WGA engineer Chris Roznovsky presented detailed water and sewer rate analyses and potential rate increases for single‑family, commercial, multi‑family, irrigation and institutional customers. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the workshop.
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will discuss updates to the Downtown Streetscape and Wayfinding projects. The board is deciding on a marketing logo revision, a grant for Freedom Fest, and a partnership with Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid Studio Productions.
- Grant request for 2025 Freedom Fest not to exceed $3,000
- Partnership agreement with Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid Studio Productions for marketing and historical education
- Revisions to the approved marketing logo
- Updates on Downtown Streetscape and Wayfinding projects
- Setting a date for an MEDC Budget Workshop
The board approved revisions to the marketing logo and a $3,000 grant for the 2025 Freedom Festival. It also approved a $30,000 partnership agreement with Viewpoint and Dennis Quaid Studio Productions for city marketing and historical education. A budget workshop was scheduled for June 3 at 6:00 p.m., and the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved consent agenda minutes for March 18 and April 15 – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Approved revisions to the marketing logo – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Approved grant request for the 2025 Freedom Festival not to exceed $3,000 – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Approved partnership agreement with Viewpoint and Dennis Quaid Studio Productions, capped at $30,000 – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Set MEDC Budget Workshop for Tuesday, June 3 at 6:00 p.m. – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Adjourned the regular meeting – motion carried with all present voting in favor
Crime Control And Prevention District Board
The Crime Control and Prevention District Board will take oath of the newly appointed officer for Place 7, review the preliminary FY 25/26 budget and a possible budget amendment, and receive a financial report for the period ending March 31, 2025. The board will also consider the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting and set the date and time for the next board meeting.
- Administration of Statement of Officer and Oath of Office for Place 7
- Discussion and update on the preliminary FY 25/26 budget and upcoming budget amendment
- Finance Director’s report on the financial statement for the period ending March 31, 2025
- Consideration of CCPD Regular Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2025
- Determine date and time for the next CCPD meeting
The board approved the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The board administered the oath of office to Michael Ghutzman for Place 7. The next board meeting was set for June 30, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 6:23 p.m. with all present voting in favor.
- Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Administered oath of office to Michael Ghutzman, Place 7
- Scheduled next meeting for June 30, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
- Adjourned meeting at 6:23 p.m. (unanimous)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will consider several resolutions and petitions. Items include a resolution to hold a public hearing on a TriPointe Homes request for a manufactured‑home residency exception in the proposed MUD 255, a resolution for a public hearing on a Special Use Permit for K. Hovnanian of Houston II, LLC for a temporary sales trailer at 235 South Rose Marie Lane, and petitions to release private property from the city’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The council will also act on legacy infrastructure plans and a maintenance bond release for the Buffalo Springs Signal Improvements project.
- Resolution calling for a public hearing on May 27, 2025, for TriPointe Homes' manufactured‑home residency exception in proposed MUD 255.
- Resolution calling for a public hearing on June 10, 2025, for a Special Use Permit for K. Hovnanian of Houston II, LLC for a temporary construction/sales trailer at 235 South Rose Marie Lane.
- Petition by Treaty Oak Developers, LLC to release certain private property from the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
- Petition by Steven Havens and Lisa Havens to release certain private property from the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
- Resolution to end releasing the maintenance bond on the Buffalo Springs Signal Improvements project.
The council appointed Council Member Fox as Mayor Pro‑Tem. It approved Resolution 2025‑11 to hold a public hearing on May 27 for TriPointe Homes' manufactured‑home exception, and Resolution 2025‑12 to hold a public hearing on June 10 for a special‑use permit for a construction trailer. The council also voted to take no action on Treaty Oak Developers' petition to remove land from the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction.
- Appointed Council Member Fox as Mayor Pro‑Tem (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑11 to call public hearing May 27, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑12 to call public hearing June 10, 2025 (5-0)
- Elected Council Member Place 1 – Carol Langley (unopposed)
- Elected Council Member Place 3 – Tom Czulewicz (unopposed)
- Elected Council Member Place 5 – Ray Stanley Donaldson (unopposed)
- Approved Consent Agenda item correcting Ordinance number to 2025‑07 (5-0)
- Took no action on Treaty Oak Developers ETJ petition (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and possibly act on a series of land‑use items, including partial replats for Jadak Manor (1005 College Street) and Buffalo Springs Section 2. The agenda also includes proposals to improve a property at 602 College Street, add a roof over a patio at 14335 Liberty Street, and grant a special‑use permit for a temporary construction trailer at 235 South Rose Marie Lane. Additional items cover development updates and variance requests for The Villages of Montgomery, Lone Star Ridge, Legacy Grove, and Mia Lago Reserve, as well as acceptance of water and wastewater land‑use assumptions and approval of the April meeting minutes.
- Partial replat for Jadak Manor Section 1 Tract 2 at 1005 College Street
- Partial replat for Buffalo Springs Section 2
- Improvement proposal for 602 College Street in the Historic Preservation District
- Roof‑over‑patio proposal for 14335 Liberty Street in the Historic Preservation District
- Special‑use permit request for a temporary construction/sales trailer at 235 South Rose Marie Lane
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved partial replats for Jadak Manor and Buffalo Springs, approved property improvements at 602 College Street and a roof over the patio at 14335 Liberty Street, and granted a special‑use permit for a temporary sales trailer at 235 South Rose Marie Lane. The commission also approved a one‑year extension of the Lone Star Ridge preliminary plat and the preliminary plat for Legacy Grove Section 1. Additionally, it voted to recommend to City Council a variance request that would reduce lot size and setback requirements for the Villages of Montgomery development. All motions were carried, with vote counts ranging from unanimous to 4‑0‑1 and 3‑2.
- Approved partial replat for Jadak Manor Section 1 Tract 2 (unanimous)
- Approved partial replat for Buffalo Springs Section 2 (unanimous)
- Approved improvements to 602 College Street (4‑0‑1)
- Approved roof over patio at 14335 Liberty Street (3‑2)
- Approved special‑use permit for temporary trailer at 235 South Rose Marie Lane (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year extension of Lone Star Ridge Section 2 preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat for Legacy Grove Section 1 (unanimous)
- Recommended to City Council a variance for Villages of Montgomery (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council and MEDC will discuss reimbursement terms for a proposed development agreement with BCS Capital. The council will also consider approving a new branding kit and marketing logo for the city.
- Discussion of BCS Capital Development Agreement (Dev. No. 2415) including $2,501,100 in potential reimbursements
- Proposed $1,012,000 for linear utilities
- Proposed $1,489,100 for Buffalo Springs Roadway Improvements
- Proposed $723,400 for CB Stewart Roadway Improvements
- Possible action on a new Branding Kit and Marketing Logo
The City Council held a joint special meeting to discuss the proposed development agreement with BCS Capital (Dev. No. 2415). Council members and the City Engineer reviewed cost estimates, tax revenue projections, and reimbursement scenarios. No vote or formal action was recorded, and the agreement remains under development.
Crime Control And Prevention District Board
The Montgomery Crime Control and Prevention District Board will consider approval of the January 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review the Financial Report for the period ending March 31, 2025 and discuss a proposed budget amendment. The board will also hear Chief Solomon’s plan for the future of the district. Public comments are invited during the public forum and public hearing portions.
- Consideration and possible action on the CCPD Regular Meeting Minutes of January 27, 2025
- Consideration and possible action on the Financial Report for the period ending March 31, 2025
- Discussion of proposed budget amendment
- Discussion on Chief Solomon’s Plan for the Future of the Montgomery Crime Control and Prevention District
The board accepted the January 27 meeting minutes and the financial report for the period ending March 31, 2025, with all present members voting in favor. They also agreed to hold the next Crime Control and Prevention District meeting on May 19 at 6:00 p.m. No other actions were taken.
- Accepted Jan 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
- Accepted financial report for period ending March 31, 2025 (6‑0)
- Scheduled next CCPD meeting for May 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will hold a special meeting on April 28, 2025. The agenda includes standard opening items, a public forum, and a closed‑session to consider possible sale and purchase of city land. Any action on those matters may be taken after the closed session in the open session.
- Closed‑session deliberation on potential sale of city land (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
- Closed‑session deliberation on potential purchase of city land (Tex. Gov. Code §551.072)
Mayor Pro-Tem Olson moved to let Chief Solomon, Interim City Administrator, sign the sale of the Clepper Street property and the purchase of the Liberty Street property. Council Member Langley recused herself, and the motion passed with three Ayes and one Nay (Carol Langley). The council then adjourned the special meeting unanimously.
- Authorized Chief Solomon to sign sale of Clepper Street property (3-1)
- Authorized Chief Solomon to sign purchase of Liberty Street property (3-1)
- Council adjourned special meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will discuss several development agreements and maintenance bond releases. The body is also considering a resolution for a public hearing regarding a fast food restaurant permit and a reduction in utility tap fees for an affordable housing project.
- Proposed public hearing for a Special Use Permit for a fast food restaurant at 21049 Eva Street
- Proposed reduction of utility tap fees for Walker Montgomery CDC at Gulf Coast Estates Section Two
- Escrow Agreement for Villages of Montgomery (Dev. No. 2502)
- Maintenance bond release for Montgomery Summit Business Park and Flagship Blvd. Storm and Paving Replacement
- Agreement with Sourcewell for Cooperative Purchasing Program
The City Council accepted the March 24 workshop minutes and the Q1 investment report by unanimous consent. It approved entering into an agreement with Sourcewell to join its cooperative purchasing program, also by unanimous vote. The council accepted the Villages of Montgomery (Dev. No. 2502) escrow agreement, again with all present voting in favor. Mayor Countryman also proclaimed May 2025 as Water Safety Month.
- Accepted City Council Workshop minutes (March 24, 2025) – motion carried unanimously
- Accepted Quarterly Investment Report for Q1 2025 – motion carried unanimously
- Approved agreement with Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program – motion carried unanimously
- Approved Villages of Montgomery (Dev. No. 2502) escrow agreement – motion carried unanimously
- Proclaimed May 2025 as Water Safety Month – proclamation presented
City Council
City Council will receive a presentation from Evergreen Solutions, LLC regarding a study of the city's pay structures and job classifications. The meeting is a workshop for discussion only, and no formal actions will be taken.
- Presentation of Compensation and Classification Study results by Michael Misrahi of Evergreen Solutions, LLC
- Proposed implementation costs for 'Open Range' pay plan ranging from $30,482.52 to $280,418.58
- Proposed implementation costs for 'Step Plan' ranging from $33,811.63 to $448,802.87
- Market salary comparison involving 10 peer organizations including Conroe, The Woodlands, and Huntsville
The City Council held a workshop meeting on April 21, 2025 to discuss a compensation and classification study presented by Evergreen Solutions. All agenda items were for discussion only, and no votes or formal actions were taken. The presentation covered the study’s phases, findings, and recommendations but no decisions were made.
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will decide whether to fund two grant requests: one for the March For Our Military event and another for a Lions Club full-page advertisement costing $3,075. The board will also discuss a downtown streetscape design project, including coordination with the Montgomery Steakhouse owner. A public forum will allow residents up to three minutes each to comment on any agenda items.
- Consideration of March For Our Military grant request (no dollar amount listed)
- Consideration of Lions Club grant request for a full-page ad, total funding $3,075
- Deliberation on downtown streetscape design project (status update with restaurant owner)
- Public forum for resident comments (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- Discussion of items for placement on future agendas
The board approved a $500 grant for the March For Our Military event and a $175 grant for a Lions Club advertisement, each with all present voting in favor. The downtown streetscape design project was discussed but no decision was made. The meeting was adjourned at 6:11 p.m. with all present voting in favor.
- Approved $500 grant for March For Our Military (all present voting in favor)
- Approved $175 grant for Lions Club full‑page ad (all present voting in favor)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:11 p.m. (all present voting in favor)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will hold a special meeting on April 11, 2025. The agenda includes standard opening items, a public forum for citizen comments, and a closed‑session discussion of personnel matters concerning the City Administrator. After the closed session, the council may consider action on those matters in open session. No other specific items or decisions are listed.
- Closed Session: discussion of appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of the City Administrator (Section 551.074 personnel matters)
- Public Forum: members of the public may comment on any city matters, limited to three minutes per speaker
- Council Inquiry: mayor and council members may inquire about subjects not on the agenda, limited to factual responses
The council met in closed session to discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of the City Administrator. When the meeting reconvened in open session, no action was taken on that item. The council then adjourned the special meeting by a motion that passed with all present voting in favor.
- No action taken on City Administrator personnel matters
- Adjourned special meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will consider and possibly act on five regular‑agenda items, including a design‑build contract for a new Police Station/Municipal Court Facility and several development‑related approvals. It will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hold a public hearing on the listed items. A closed session will address a potential real‑property purchase before the council reconvenes in open session.
- Consideration of Lone Star Ridge Section 1 WSD&P plans (Dev. No. 2404)
- TPDES permit amendment for Stewart Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant to 0.8 MGD flow
- Amendment to Development Agreement with Tri‑Pointe Homes for Legacy Grove sanitary sewer bypass (Dev. No. 2409)
- Draft MOU for BCS Capital Development (Dev. No. 2418)
- Award of RFQ for design‑build contract for Police Station/Municipal Court Facility
The council accepted the consent agenda items for prior meeting minutes. It approved the Lone Star Ridge Section 1 water, sewer, and drainage plans. It also approved a permit amendment for the Stewart Creek wastewater plant and an amendment to the Legacy Grove development agreement with Tri‑Pointe Homes. All motions passed with all present members voting in favor.
- Approved consent agenda items (Feb 25 and Mar 11 minutes) – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Approved Lone Star Ridge Section 1 WSD&P plans (Dev. No. 2404) – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Approved TPDES permit amendment for Stewart Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant to 0.83 MGD – motion carried with all present voting in favor
- Approved amendment to Development Agreement with Tri‑Pointe Homes for Legacy Grove (Dev. No. 2409) – motion carried with all present voting in favor
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of a City Administrator. This matter will be addressed in both a closed executive session and a subsequent open session.
- Discussion and potential action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of a City Administrator
After a closed session on City Administrator personnel matters, the council took no action on that item. A motion to adjourn the special meeting was made by Council Member Fox and carried with all present voting in favor.
- Motion to adjourn the special meeting carried; all present voted in favor
- Item A (City Administrator personnel matters): No action taken
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several sign installations and a new home in the Historic Preservation District. The body is also considering a special use permit for a fast-food restaurant with a drive-through.
- Special use permit for a fast-food restaurant with drive-through at 21049 Eva Street
- Proposed single-family dwelling at 990 Caroline Street (Historic Preservation District)
- Relocation of a sign from 305 Prairie Street to 301 Prairie Street
- Installation of a new wall sign at 308 Caroline Street
- Installation of two shingle signs at 401 College Street, Suite 260
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the March 04, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved relocating an existing sign in the Historic Preservation District from 305 to 301 Prairie Street. A new wall sign at 308 Caroline Street was approved, and two shingle‑type signs at 401 College Street were approved with a 4‑1 vote.
- Approved March 04, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved relocation of sign from 305 Prairie St to 301 Prairie St (unanimous)
- Approved installation of new wall sign at 308 Caroline St (unanimous)
- Approved installation of two shingle‑type signs at 401 College St (4 Ayes, 1 Nay)
City Council
The City Council will discuss a gas franchise agreement with SiEnergy, L.P. and various development requests for the Lone Star Ridge and Hills of Town Creek projects. The body will also meet in executive session regarding the appointment and duties of a City Administrator.
- Franchise agreement for SiEnergy, L.P. to supply and distribute gas
- Special Use Permit public hearing for a fast food restaurant at 21049 Eva Street
- Variance request for lot frontage and side yard setbacks at Hills of Town Creek Section 5
- Agreement amendment with Taylor Morrison for retaining walls at Lone Star Ridge
- Sign variance request for the Lone Star Ridge entry sign
The council adopted a proclamation naming March 2025 Theatre In Our Schools Month. It approved the consent agenda items, including acceptance of the January and February meeting minutes and a resolution to dispose of salvage property. The council tabled the special‑use permit for a fast‑food restaurant until April 22, 2025. It also approved a variance for lots 27 and 28 in the Hills of Town Creek Section 5 development and authorized the mayor to sign an amendment to the Lone Star Ridge agreement that adds retaining walls.
- Proclamation designating March 2025 as Theatre In Our Schools Month adopted (unanimous)
- Consent agenda items 5, 6 and 7 accepted – minutes of Jan 29 and Feb 11 approved and salvage property disposal authorized (all present voting in favor)
- Special Use Permit for 0.7059 acre fast‑food site tabled until April 22, 2025 (all present voting in favor)
- Variance for lot frontages and side‑yard setbacks of lots 27 & 28 in Hills of Town Creek Section 5 approved (all present voting in favor)
- Amendment to agreement with Taylor Morrison for Lone Star Ridge retaining walls approved and mayor authorized to sign (all present voting in favor)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting for discussion only, with no actions to be taken. The session focuses on a proposed development project and a review of economic agreement policies.
- Discussion of a proposed multi-family and mixed-use commercial development on 32 acres southeast of CB Stewart Drive and Buffalo Spring Drive, and north of Eva Street
- Discussion of a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the BCS Capital Group development
- Presentation by Finance Director Maryann Carl on Chapter 380 Agreements
The City Council held a workshop to hear a presentation from BCS Capital Group on a proposed 32‑acre multi‑family and mixed‑use development near CB Stewart Drive and Buffalo Spring Drive. Council members and the City Engineer reviewed project details, utility and roadway costs, and a draft memorandum of understanding. The agenda item was marked for discussion only, and no formal action, approval, or vote was recorded.
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will review a proposal from BCS Capital Group for a multi-family and mixed-use project. The board will also consider funding for a local event and marketing services.
- Proposed 32-acre multi-family and mixed-use development southeast of CB Stewart Drive and Buffalo Springs Drive
- Funding for Beer Garden & Wine Walk event (May 2-4, 2025)
- Reimbursement to Jeff Angelo for branding kit development in the amount of $1,579.99
- Proposals for professional marketing services and a new marketing logo
- Closed session regarding potential real property land purchase
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will consider an ordinance to annex a 45.744‑acre parcel described in the Zacharias Landrum Survey. A public hearing will be held on a petition for voluntary annexation filed by Morning Cloud Investments, and the council will act on a post‑annexation service agreement for the newly annexed property. Additional items include a wastewater pump and haul service agreement for the Redbird Meadow Development, approval of playground repair expenses at Cedar Brake Park, and a proposal for a new city marketing logo and official seal.
- Public hearing on voluntary annexation petition by Morning Cloud Investments (Item 7)
- Consideration of post‑annexation service agreement for annexed property (Item 8)
- Ordinance adopting annexation of a 45.744‑acre tract in the Zacharias Landrum Survey (Item 9)
- Wastewater Pump and Haul Service Agreement with JDS Old Plantersville Road LLC for Redbird Meadow Development (Item 12)
- Approval of expenses for repairs to playground equipment at Cedar Brake Park (Item 13)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will hear a presentation from BCS Capital Group on a proposed 32‑acre multi‑family and mixed‑use commercial project. Commissioners will consider a privacy fence request at 606 College Street and a variance recommendation for lots 27 and 28 in the Hills of Town Creek Section 5 development. The agenda also includes discussion of a utility and economic feasibility study for the KHR Properties Commercial Tract and a zoning determination for a Jack‑in‑the‑Box restaurant.
- Presentation by BCS Capital Group on a proposed 32‑acre multi‑family and mixed‑use development southeast of CB Stewart Drive and Buffalo Springs Drive, north of Eva Street
- Proposed installation of a 6‑ft privacy fence (87 ft) and a 4‑ft fence (63 ft) along the west property line at 606 College Street
- Recommendation to City Council for a variance affecting lot minimum frontage and side‑yard setbacks for lots 27 & 28 in the Hills of Town Creek Section 5 development
- Discussion of the Utility and Economic Feasibility Study for the KHR Properties Commercial Tract (Dev. No. 2415)
- Presentation of zoning determination for the Jack in the Box restaurant (4947) at KHR Properties
City Council
The City Council and Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss the creation of a Public Improvement District and amendments to subdivision ordinances. The body will also consider a variance for a garage at 914 College Street and a gas pipeline franchise agreement with SiEnergy, L.P.
- Variance request for a new accessory garage at 914 College Street
- Resolution to create The Crossing at Montgomery Public Improvement District
- Ordinance amending Chapter 78 'Subdivisions' of the City Code
- Franchise Agreement request from SiEnergy, L.P. for a gas utility pipeline
- Contract award for Professional Engineering Services for Water Plant No. 4
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will consider a $5,200 grant application to fund the Montgomery Antique and Unique Festival. The body will also discuss a logo and seal, a wayfinding signage budget, and the McCown Street Project.
- Grant application for $5,200 to the Montgomery Antique and Unique Festival
- Discussion of a proposed city marketing logo and official seal
- Phased funding budget for wayfinding signage
- Update on the McCown Street Project
- Closed session to discuss potential land purchase
City Council
The council will vote on an ordinance annexing a 32.24‑acre tract in the Benjamin Rigsby League. It will also consider creating Municipal Utility District No. 255, approving a new HR & AP Specialist position, and closing the Jacobs Properties parking lot for the Montgomery Mardi Gras event on March 1, 2025. A public hearing will be held on a voluntary annexation petition filed by Tri Pointe Homes Texas, Inc., and a public hearing on proposed code amendments to Chapter 78, Subdivisions, is scheduled for February 25, 2025.
- Adopt annexation ordinance for 32.24 acres (1,404,464 sq ft) in Benjamin Rigsby League
- Create Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 255
- Approve new HR & AP Specialist position
- Close Jacobs Properties parking lot for Montgomery Mardi Gras Special Event (March 1, 2025)
- Public hearing on voluntary annexation petition by Tri Pointe Homes Texas, Inc.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on February 4, 2025 will review and possibly act on several agenda items. Items include approval of the January 7, 2025 meeting minutes and a series of site‑specific proposals such as improvements, a side‑yard setback variance, a balcony roof cover, and all‑weather windscreens at designated addresses. The commission will also discuss a new mural, a utility and economic feasibility study for the BCS Capital Commercial and Multi‑Family Tract (Dev. No. 2415), and interim ordinances submitted by Kendig Keast Collaborative.
- Improvement proposal for property at 914 College Street
- Side‑yard setback variance request for accessory garage at 914 College Street
- Proposed cover/roof over existing second‑floor balcony at 401 College Street (northeast corner)
- All‑weather windscreens installed around front porch at 14335 Liberty Street
- Presentation of a new mural proposal at 14259 Liberty Street
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will hold a public forum for citizen comments, followed by a workshop discussion with Kendig Keast Collaborative, Retail Strategies, and Ardurra/Kimley‑Horn. No formal action will be taken; the workshop is for discussion, coordination, alignment, and collaboration. The council may also take a council inquiry under Texas Government Code §551.042 and could move to executive session for specified matters.
- Public forum – citizens may speak for up to three minutes each
- Workshop discussion – status updates from Kendig Keast Collaborative, Retail Strategies, and Ardurra/Kimley‑Horn
- Council inquiry – members may ask about subjects not on the agenda per Texas Gov. Code §551.042
- Potential executive session – for attorney consultation, real‑property, gifts, personnel, security devices, economic‑development negotiations
- Opening and closing agenda items – call to order, pledges of allegiance, adjournment
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation will vote on the regular meeting minutes from December 17, 2024. It will consider a potential grant reimbursement for the Downtown Montgomery Mardi Gras Special Event scheduled for March 1, 2025. The board will also hear presentations reviewing 2024 events and outlining 2025 special events, and receive the financial report for December 2024.
- Potential grant reimbursement for Downtown Montgomery Mardi Gras Special Event (March 01, 2025)
- Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2024
- Presentation and discussion on a recap of 2024 events (October‑December)
- Presentation and discussion on 2025 special events in Montgomery
- Financial Report for December 2024
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will vote on a BNSF Railway Pipeline License Agreement for a 12‑inch waterline extension on Old Plantersville Road. The council will also appoint a Municipal Court Judge and an Associate Municipal Court Judge. A resolution will be considered to call a public hearing on creating a crossing within the Montgomery Public Improvement District.
- Approve BNSF Railway Pipeline License Agreement for Old Plantersville Rd waterline extension
- Appoint Municipal Court Judge and Associate Municipal Court Judge
- Resolution to call public hearing on Crossing at Montgomery Public Improvement District
- Accept infrastructure for Hills of Town Creek Section 5 and enter one‑year warranty period
- Authorize utility easement with Shadow Creek Estates, Ltd for city infrastructure access
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss a proposed development. All workshop items are for discussion only, and no action will be taken during this meeting.
- Presentation by BCS Capital regarding a proposed development on a 32-acre parcel south of CB Stewart Drive and Buffalo Springs Drive and north of Eva Street
Crime Control And Prevention District Board
The Board will administer oaths to newly appointed officials for Places 1 through 7 and discuss the creation of district bylaws. The meeting also includes training on the Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act.
- Administration of Statement of Officer and Oath of Officer for Places 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7
- Proposed payment of $330.75 for Public Official Position Schedule Bond No. 67328242
- Consideration of the creation of Crime Control and Prevention District Bylaws
- Open Meetings Act Training
- Public Information Act Training
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will consider and possibly adopt two election service agreements with Montgomery County Elections and a joint election agreement for the May 3, 2025 general election. An ordinance will be considered to formally order that election and approve the service agreements. Additional items include a presentation on water safety and a proposal for an escrow agreement for a 0.76‑acre Jack in the Box development.
- Adopt Election Services Agreement with Montgomery County Elections for May 3, 2025
- Adopt Joint Election Agreement with Montgomery County Elections for May 3, 2025
- Ordinance ordering the General Election on May 3, 2025 for three City Council seats
- Presentation on enhancing water safety with focus on pool and spa inspections
- Escrow Agreement with KHR Properties (Dev. No. 2414) for feasibility study of a 0.76‑acre Jack in the Box
City Council
The Montgomery City Council will hold a workshop meeting on January 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM at City Hall, 101 Old Plantersville Road. The meeting is for discussion only; no actions will be taken. Council members will discuss current, future, and upcoming capital improvement projects. Members of the public may speak for up to three minutes each during the public forum.
- Discussion of current, future, and upcoming capital improvement projects (discussion only, no action)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Montgomery Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on the final plat for Montgomery Bend Section 3, which adds 85 homes and two reserves. It will also approve the final plat for Hills of Town Creek Section 5, providing 73 homes, three reserves, and extending Emma’s Way to Lone Star Parkway. The commission will consider the unapproved demolition of a structure at 900 Caroline Street in the Historic Preservation District and will act on the December 3, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Approve final plat for Montgomery Bend Section 3 – 85 homes, two reserves
- Approve final plat for Hills of Town Creek Section 5 – 73 homes, three reserves, Emma’s Way extension
- Consider demolition of a structure at 900 Caroline Street in the Historic Preservation District
- Approve the regular meeting minutes of December 3, 2024