Pasadena public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider three ordinances that amend Chapter 24, Parks and Recreation, Section 24-13 Fees. One ordinance adds an $80.00 per‑session fee for karate classes, effective April 1, 2026. Two ordinances establish rental fees for the Vince Bayou Community Garden and the Burke Crenshaw Playground Pavilion, which become effective upon passage.

• Add $80.00 per session fee for karate classes (effective April 1, 2026).
• Set Vince Bayou Community Garden rental fees: $100 minimum for 4 hours, $150 maximum for 8 hours, $150 deposit.
• Set Burke Crenshaw Playground Pavilion rental fees: $150 minimum for 4 hours, $20 each additional hour, $75 deposit.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts and ordinances, including the acceptance of two Texas General Land Office grants for Red Bluff Terrace. The body will also consider updates to garage sale rules and new Parks and Recreation fees.

• Acceptance of two CDBG-DRRP grants totaling $11,000,000 for Red Bluff Terrace PH I and II
• Contract for 2026 Sidewalk Improvements with Brooks Concrete, Inc. for $1,126,550.00
• Contract with Core & Main LP for 231 Neptune meters for $678,068.52
• Proposed ordinance to allow one garage sale per address every four months
• New $80.00 per session fee for Karate Classes and new rental fees for Vince Bayou Community Garden

Planning Commission

The December 8, 2025, meeting of the Pasadena Planning Commission is canceled. The notice states there are no official items of business on the agenda.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will hold a final reading of Ordinance 2025-216, with discussion of a possible amendment and a motion to table the item. Councilmembers will also consider an ordinance authorizing a $150,000 contract with Northstar Industries for pump‑repair services for the Wastewater Maintenance Department, funded from Account No. 30400‑7107. The contract follows BuyBoard Contract #770‑25 and includes $100,000 for FY26 and $50,000 for FY27.

• Ordinance 2025-216 – final reading, possible amendment and motion to table
• Discussion of disannexing a property (Item A) by Councilmember Heredia Sr.
• Resolution nominating Mr. Morris to a board (Item K) and clarification of qualifications
• Ordinance authorizing a $150,000 contract with Northstar Industries for wastewater pump repairs
• Contract uses BuyBoard Contract #770‑25; funds certified by City Controller, Account 30400‑7107

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including drainage improvements and water production resiliency. The body will also consider updates to food vendor regulations and garage sale ordinances.

• Contract for Shaver Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II: $9,059,792.39
• Water Production Resiliency Program Phase I contract with W. W. Payton Corporation: $1,045,758.00
• CDBG-DRRP grants for Red Bluff Terrace PH I totaling $11,000,000.00
• Purchase of 231 Neptune meters from Core & Main LP: $678,068.52
• Ordinance to add Kirby Lake and Kirby Bend Subdivisions to the 25 M.P.H. Zone

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will review a promotional expenditure for The Art of Soccer regarding the 2026 World Cup. The Board will also consider an additional appropriation for a sale and purchase agreement with Lyondell Chemical Company.

• Proposed appropriation of $3,108.35 for Lyondell Chemical Company (CIP# W062)
• Promotional expenditure for The Art of Soccer concerning the 2026 World Cup
• Design update presentation by Samuel Swart of Swart Architects
• Legal deliberation regarding a Design-Build agreement with Way-Tech, Inc.
• Approval of the 2026 Board Meeting Schedule

City Council

The City Council will consider a 3.0 percent base salary increase for non-classified civilian employees and police officers. The meeting also includes votes on several multi-million dollar infrastructure projects and public safety pay incentives.

• 3.0% cost of living increase for non-classified civilian employees and police officers
• Contract for Shaver Street Paving & Drainage Improvements Phase II for $9,059,792.39
• Acceptance of a $9,000,000.00 grant for Golden Acres and Vince Bayou WWTP Solids System Improvements
• Contract for Water Production Resiliency Program Phase I for $1,045,758.00
• Ordinance to add Kirby Lake and Kirby Bend Subdivisions to the 25 M.P.H. Zone

During the pre‑council meeting, members discussed Ordinance 2025‑216 and a potential amendment, and considered tabling the item. No votes or final actions were recorded. The meeting remained procedural with no substantive approvals or denials.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider Ordinance No. 2025- to disannex a 2.554‑acre parcel owned by Techemet Real Estate LLP from the city limits. The disannexed land would be designated as part of an Industrial District under Texas Local Government Code Section 42.044. Approval is contingent on the execution of an Industrial District Agreement with the landowner or lessee.

• Disannexation of 2.554 acres owned by Techemet Real Estate LLP
• Designation of the parcel as an Industrial District per Texas Local Government Code §42.044
• Requirement that an Industrial District Agreement be executed with the owner/lessee
• Ordinance No. 2025- presented for first and final reading
• Council approval needed to change the city corporate boundary

Planning Commission

The Pasadena Planning Commission will consider a preliminary/final review and variance request for the John A. Campbell Little Farms Partial Replat No. 4. Commissioners will also adopt the 2026 Planning Commission meeting calendar. The meeting includes approval of June 23, 2025 minutes and a public comment period.

• Review and consideration of variance request for John A. Campbell Little Farms Partial Replat No. 4
• Adoption of the 2026 Planning Commission meeting calendar
• Approval of minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider a $9,000,000 grant from the Texas General Land Office for wastewater‑treatment upgrades at Golden Acres and Vince Bayou plants. It will also vote on several contract change orders, including a $1,627,587.74 demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station No. 6. Additional items include pay‑scale adjustments for city employees and a new contract for police department HVAC controls.

• Contract change order: Boyer, Inc. – $9,500.00 for Preston/Fairmont Lift Station Rehabilitation (Ordinance 2024-103)
• Contract change order: DL Glover, Inc. – $101,771.60 for 2024 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehab (Ordinance 2024-093)
• Contract change order: Purcell Construction – $1,627,587.74 for demolition & reconstruction of Fire Station No. 6 (Ordinance 2024-112)
• Ordinance 2025-214 – $12‑month supply contract with Impact Promotional Services for public‑safety uniforms ($ amount not specified)
• Grant acceptance: $9,000,000 Texas General Land Office grant for Golden Acres and Vince Bayou WWTP solids system improvements

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the existing lease agreement (Ordinance No. 96‑207) with Harris Health System for the Strawberry Health Center at 1001 East Shaw. The amendment would permit Harris Health System to make on‑site improvements, including a sink, privacy wall, room expansions, and radiology suite upgrades, at an estimated cost of $150,000, which Harris Health System will fund. All improvements must comply with the Texas ADA Elimination of Architectural Barriers program. Staff recommends Council approval of the amendment.

• Amendment to Lease Agreement (Ordinance No. 96‑207) with Harris Health System for Strawberry Health Center
• Authorized on‑site improvements estimated at $150,000, to be paid by Harris Health System
• Improvements include sink, privacy wall, additional rooms, radiology suite renovation, and ADA compliance upgrades
• Property size approximately 35,564 sq ft at 1001 East Shaw, Pasadena, TX 77506
• Council vote on the ordinance amendment during the regular meeting

Planning Commission

The Pasadena Planning Commission canceled its October 27, 2025 meeting because there were no official items of business on the agenda.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will vote on several contract change orders for public works projects, with total payments of $1,462,840.55. It will also adopt multiple ordinances covering design services, professional services, and code updates. A finance resolution will ratify city‑issued checks for employee deductions. Additional items include approvals for employee benefits and public‑safety contracts.

• Christensen Building Group – $264,500.46 for Pasadena Police Annex Building (Ordinance 2023-247)
• D & W Contractors, Inc. – $617,451.17 for 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program (Ordinance 2025-111)
• Agility Engineering and Management, Inc. – up to $114,400.00 for HOME Program construction management (Ordinance 2025-196)
• Yearout Energy Services Company, LLC – $262,468.26 for Strawberry Park Ball Field Lights (Ordinance 2025-202)
• Ordinance 2025-200 – employee medical insurance premium contribution waiver for December 2025

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to authorize spending for the Pasadena Public Library's FY2026 Summer Reading Program. The funds would provide incentives for children, teens, and adults to encourage literacy.

• Proposed expenditure of $6,000.00 for summer reading incentive giveaways
• Proposed prizes include a Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ ($199.99)
• Proposed prizes include a Fender Squier Telecaster Electric Guitar Kit ($199.99)
• Proposed prizes include a Step2 Best Chefs Kids Kitchen Playset ($109.99)

Planning Commission

The Pasadena Planning Commission announced that the October 13, 2025 meeting was canceled because there were no official items of business on the agenda. No decisions or discussions were scheduled.

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will consider several contracts for infrastructure and economic services. This includes a public hearing on funding for Convention Center improvements and agreements for regional economic alliances.

• Contract with SER Construction Partners, LLC for Convention Center Infrastructure Improvements Project (CIP #M026) for $6,535,056.26
• Agreement with IDS Engineering Group for Convention Center Infrastructure Improvements Ph II (CIP #D047) not to exceed $294,277.00
• Agreement with Leadership Pasadena, Inc. for IMPACT Pasadena in the amount of $30,000.00
• Economic Development Service Agreement with Economic Alliance Houston Port Region for $45,000.00
• Promotional expenditure for The Art of Soccer regarding the 2026 World Cup

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing to consider two Convention Center projects. The first is a contract with SER Construction Partners, LLC for infrastructure improvements totaling $6,535,056.26. The second is an agreement with IDS Engineering Group for engineering and surveying services up to $294,277.00 for Phase II of the same project. Participants may submit comments in person or in writing.

• Contract with SER Construction Partners, LLC for Convention Center Infrastructure Improvements Project (CIP #M026) – $6,223,863.10 plus 5% contingency $311,193.16, total $6,535,056.26
• Agreement with IDS Engineering Group for engineering and surveying services for Convention Center Infrastructure Improvements Phase II (CIP #D047) – not to exceed $294,277.00

City Council

The City Council will adopt the 2024 editions of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Existing Building Code, and related model codes, and will reauthorize building permit fees. The meeting also includes approval of several contract change orders, grant agreements, and property acquisition authorizations. Service awards for long‑term police and water‑billing employees will be presented.

• Adoption of 2024 International Building, Residential, Existing Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, and Fire Codes with amendments and fee reauthorization (Permit Department)
• Ordinance 2025-184: Contract with Creacom, Inc. for 2025 Annual Traffic Mobility Improvements, appropriating $642,272.43 (Public Works)
• Contract change orders: Brooks Concrete $137,376.69 for 2025 sidewalk improvements; DL Glover $152,042.94 for Strawberry Rd sanitary sewer repair; Doughtie Construction $109,796.82 for Golden Acres WWTP screen improvements (Public Works)
• Grant approvals: $28,400 for Commercial Motor Vehicle Traffic Enforcement and $190,120 for Comprehensive Vehicular Traffic Enforcement, both with Texas Department of Transportation (Police Department)
• Acquisition of property at 0 Lilac Street for the Little Vince/Armand Bayou Separation Project, not to exceed $59,233.00 (Public Works)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council is set to approve an amendment to a design contract with HR Green, Inc. for the Vince Bayou WWTP Sludge Dewatering Systems Improvements Project. The additional funding of $219,000 is for construction phase services and observation, following the securing of funds through a Community Development Block Grant.

• Amendment to Ordinance 2024-165 for $219,000
• Contract with HR Green, Inc. for construction services
• Vince Bayou WWTP Sludge Dewatering Systems Improvements Project
• Funding from CDBG-DRRP grant
• Construction observation and funding assistance

Planning Commission

The September 22, 2025, meeting of the Pasadena Planning Commission has been officially canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of official items of business on the agenda.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will vote on three key ordinances: ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the upcoming annual budget, adopting the FY 2025‑2026 budget, and setting the 2025 property tax rate at $0.465586 per $100 valuation. The council will also approve contracts for a police gun‑range berm trap and an annual IT hardware purchase. Additional contract change orders and grant authorizations will be considered.

• Ordinance 2025-174 – Adopt the Annual Budget for FY 2025‑2026
• Ordinance 2025-173 – Ratify the property tax increase reflected in the budget
• Ordinance 2025-175 – Adopt a property tax rate of $0.465586 per $100 value
• Ordinance 2025-178 – Approve contract with Action Target, Inc. for Police gun‑range berm trap (GSA Contract No. GS07F0482Y)
• Approve annual contract with Dell Marketing L.P. for computer devices and hardware

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will vote on an ordinance that authorizes a contract with Creacom, Inc. for the 2025 Traffic Mobility Improvements (CIP #T021). The ordinance appropriates a total of $642,272.43 from General CIP Fund Account 190-33180, including a $30,584.40 (5%) contingency. An amendment to the CIP increases the project’s funding from $500,000 to $642,272.43 to cover the over‑budget bids.

• Ordinance authorizing contract with Creacom, Inc. for 2025 Traffic Mobility Improvements (CIP #T021)
• Appropriation of $642,272.43 from General CIP Fund Account 190-33180
• Inclusion of a 5% contingency amount of $30,584.40
• Amendment increasing project funding from $500,000 to $642,272.43
• Contract contingent on completion of required Form 1295 per House Bill 1295

Planning Commission

The Pasadena Planning Commission has officially canceled its September 8, 2025 meeting because no official items of business were listed on the agenda.

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will vote on the 2026 fiscal year budget, a property tax rate of $0.465586/$100, and approve various contracts and purchases totaling over $1 million. The meeting also includes the presentation of the Police Department's re-accreditation certificate.

• Adoption of 2026 Fiscal Year Budget ($0.465586/$100 property tax rate)
• Police Department re-accreditation presentation
• Contract for Scott Self Contained Breathing Apparatus ($43,825)
• Purchase of 2026 Ford F450 truck ($111,339.05)
• Gun Range Berm Trap construction contract ($159,687.57)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes a slight property tax rate increase from $0.465586 to $0.474834. The budget allocates funds across departments, adds new positions, and adjusts spending in areas like training, equipment, and health programs.

• FY 2026 budget adoption with $10.13 average yearly tax increase for single-family homes
• Property tax rate increase from $0.465586 to $0.474834
• Addition of 3 custodian positions in Janitorial for $164,532
• Addition of Office Assistant I position in Inspections for $55,045
• Increased Athletics funding for $131,500 and Parks professional services by $20,000

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will consider authorizing a service agreement with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership. The board will also receive a design update from Swart Architects and discuss a Design-Build agreement with Way-Tech, Inc.

• Proposed $35,000 Economic Development Service Agreement with Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership (BAHEP)
• Design update presentation by Samuel Swart of Swart Architects
• Legal deliberation regarding a Design-Build agreement with Way-Tech, Inc.

Planning Commission

The Pasadena Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 25, 2025, was canceled because there were no official items of business on the agenda. The cancellation was formally announced by the Director of Planning.

City Council

The City Council will hold an open workshop to discuss the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 and the 2025 tax rate. The budget period covers October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.

• Discussion of FY 2026 Proposed Operating Budget
• Discussion of 2025 Tax Rate
• Estimated No New Revenue Tax Rate of $0.465586
• Estimated yearly tax increase of $10.13 for average single family residences

City Council

The City Council is meeting to schedule a public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The hearing is set for September 2, 2025, to allow citizens to provide input on the budget covering October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2026 Budget scheduled for September 2, 2025
• Estimated No New Revenue Tax Rate for Tax Year 2025: $0.465586
• Estimated yearly tax increase of $10.13 for average single family residences

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider multiple ordinances including franchise agreements for petroleum pipeline work along Jefferson Road and related streets, a $1.56 million waterline relocation for SH 146 improvements, and several vehicle and equipment purchases totaling over $1 million.

• Franchise agreements for 16-inch to 36-inch petroleum pipelines (Edgewater Midstream Pasadena) along Jefferson Road, Bearle Street, Phillips Company Road, and related streets
• $1,560,120.96 waterline relocation for SH 146 Improvements (CIP #W090)
• $373,428.00 Asphalt Overlay Program contract with D & W Contractors, Inc.
• $332,026.32 purchase of six vehicles from Lake Country Chevrolet
• $98,200.00 lease of 28 Flock Safety cameras for Pasadena Police Department

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to approve an agreement with Harris County for election services. This relates to the June 7, 2025, Joint Runoff Election for Mayor and Council members for Districts A, B, and G.

• Proposed payment of $111,370.14 to Harris County for the June 7, 2025 Joint Runoff Election

Planning Commission

The Pasadena Planning Commission has canceled its August 11, 2025 meeting because no official items of business were listed on the agenda.

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider authorizing an agreement for architectural and engineering services. This work pertains to the Pasadena Convention Center Expansion and Renovation Project.

• Proposed contract with Swart Architects not to exceed $2,120,000.00 for the Pasadena Convention Center Expansion and Renovation Project (CIP #M029)

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to terminate a consulting services agreement with HillCo Partners. Staff recommends termination because the services are redundant to those provided through the city's TIC membership.

• Proposed termination of the Agreement authorized by Resolution No. 2018-165 with HillCo Partners for Public Affairs Consulting Services

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances, including a pipeline franchise for Bluebonnet Pipeline LLC and various equipment upgrades for the Police Department Bomb Squad. The body is also considering multiple infrastructure progress payments and an advance funding agreement with TXDOT for waterline relocation.

• Ordinance 2025-124: Pipeline franchise and permit for Bluebonnet Pipeline LLC
• Ordinance 2025-147: $304,869.11 for a Police Department Virtual Reality System
• Ordinance 2025-142: $135,800.00 for two new pumps at the Thomas Lift Station
• Advance Funding Agreement with TXDOT for SH 146 Waterline Relocation: $1,560,120.96
• Purchase of six vehicles from Lake Country Chevrolet: $332,026.32

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will review Business Enhancement Program applications and a contract for city plaza signage. The board will also discuss a Design Build Agreement with Way-Tech, Inc.

• Business Enhancement Program application for Learning Minds Academy at 821 Fairmont Pkwy for $10,000.00
• Business Enhancement Program application for Koala Cubs Preschool at 1033 Fairmont Pkwy for $10,000.00
• Contract with Tangram Design LLC for Wayfinding signage at Pasadena City Plaza not to exceed $14,250.00
• Design Build Agreement with Way-Tech, Inc.

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to extend the contract with Inframark for the operation and maintenance of the New Vince Bayou and Golden Acres Wastewater Treatment Facilities. The extension would last up to 180 days beyond the September 30, 2025 termination date to allow staff time to evaluate new proposals.

• Proposed contract extension for Inframark (formerly Severn Trent Environmental Services, Inc.)
• Maintenance of New Vince Bayou and Golden Acres Wastewater Treatment Facilities
• Extension period of up to 180 days beyond September 30, 2025
• Provision allowing the City to terminate the agreement with 30 days' written notice

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances granting pipeline franchises to ONEOK NGL Distribution System, Air Liquide Large Industries, and Edgewater Midstream Pasadena. The body is also reviewing multiple infrastructure progress payments and contracts for fire station and park renovations.

• Progress payments including $522,691.38 for the Pasadena Police Annex Building
• Contracts for Fire Station No. 3 ($270,861.80) and Fire Station No. 4 ($275,066.00) renovations
• Purchase of a Virtual Reality System for the Police Department for $304,869.11
• Annual maintenance agreement for Incode Court software for $123,995.95
• Pipeline franchises for ONEOK NGL, Air Liquide, and Edgewater Midstream Pasadena

Crime & Prevention District Board

The board is holding a public hearing to gather citizen input on the proposed budget for the Crime Control and Prevention District. The budget covers the period from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.

• Proposed budget for the budget year beginning October 1, 2025 and ending September 30, 2026

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to authorize the renewal of a coastal lease at El Jardin. The lease is for parks and leisure purposes on coastal public land owned by the Permanent School Fund.

• Renewal of Coastal Lease No. CL20140005 at El Jardin
• Application submitted to the Texas General Land Office

The City Council approved several items, including progress payments for multiple public works projects and Finance Resolution 2929. Personnel changes for regular and administrative staff were approved. Council members unanimously appointed Michael P. Jackson as the new Chief of Police. Additional ordinances authorizing grants and contracts for parks, fire stations, and field netting were also passed on first or final readings.

• Approved progress payments for six projects (A‑F) – unanimous
• Approved Finance Resolution 2929 – unanimous
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) and (C) – unanimous
• Approved mayoral appointment of Michael P. Jackson as Chief of Police – unanimous
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑125 to accept $5,000 ExxonMobil grant – unanimous
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑126 to accept $24,968 Texas Parks & Wildlife grant – unanimous
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑127 to renew Coastal Lease at El Jardin – unanimous (first reading)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑128 to renovate Burke Crenshaw Park pedestrian bridge – unanimous (first reading)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the nomination of Michael P. Jackson as Chief of Police and review several infrastructure progress payments. The body is also deciding on various park renovations and emergency service contract extensions.

• Nomination of Michael P. Jackson for Chief of Police
• Progress payment of $608,143.45 to Purcell Construction for Fire Station No. 6
• Contract for $275,066.00 to Kim Neal & Associates, LLC for Fire Station No. 4 renovation
• Contract for $270,861.80 to Kim Neal & Associates, LLC for Fire Station No. 3 renovation
• One-year extension for Emergency 911 Paramedic Ambulance Services with Acadian Ambulance Service

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved the mayoral appointment of Michael P. Jackson as Chief of Police. It also approved progress payments for six city projects, Finance Resolution 2929, and personnel changes for regular and administrative staff. Several ordinances were adopted, including acceptance of an ExxonMobil grant, a Texas Parks & Wildlife grant, renewal of the Coastal Lease at El Jardin, and contracts for park and fire‑station improvements.

• Approved Michael P. Jackson as Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments for six contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2929 (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) and (C) (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-125 to accept $5,000 ExxonMobil grant (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-126 to accept $24,968 Texas Parks & Wildlife grant (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-127 to renew Coastal Lease at El Jardin (first reading, unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-128 to contract renovation of Burke Crenshaw Park bridge (first reading, unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council holds a special meeting to certify the results of a recount for the District B Councilmember runoff election. After a tie vote in the recount, the council conducts a lot-casting procedure to resolve the tie, declaring the winner during the meeting.

• Certification of recount results for District B Councilmember runoff election
• Casting of lots to resolve 272-272 tie vote between Bianca Valerio and Bruce Leamon
• Declaration of winner for District B Councilmember position

The council suspended its rules to allow a coin toss to break the District B tie. Bianca Valerio was declared the winner of the toss. The council unanimously amended Resolution 2025-113 to name her as the elected councilmember and then unanimously adopted the amended resolution.

• Motion to suspend rules for casting lots – carried unanimously
• Coin toss conducted; Bianca Valerio declared winner
• Motion to amend Resolution 2025-113 to insert winner’s name – carried unanimous
• Motion to adopt Resolution 2025-113 as amended – carried unanimous

City Council

The City Council will meet to certify recount votes and cast lots to resolve a tie vote for the District B Councilmember position. The body will also review personnel changes, contract change orders, and progress payments.

• Resolution to resolve tie vote for District B Councilmember via casting lots
• Personnel changes for regular, finance, and administration employees
• Review of contract change orders
• Review of progress payments
• Finance resolution for miscellaneous claims and invoices

The council suspended its rules to allow a lot‑drawing to break the District B tie. A coin toss was held, and Bianca Valerio was declared the winner. The resolution was amended to insert her name and then adopted unanimously.

• Suspend rules for lot‑drawing – motion carried unanimously
• Conduct coin toss to break District B tie – Bianca Valerio declared winner
• Amend Resolution 2025-113 to insert winner’s name – motion carried unanimously
• Adopt Resolution 2025-113 as amended – motion carried unanimously

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will hold a board meeting and public hearing. The body is considering the approval of the Proposed FY 26 Operating and CIP Budgets.

• Proposed FY 26 Operating Budget
• Proposed FY 26 CIP Budget

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation is reviewing a proposed FY 2026 operating budget and a Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The proposal includes funding for infrastructure, drainage, and convention center improvements.

• Proposed FY 2026 total revenue of $18,030,700
• Proposed FY 2026 operating and debt service expenses of $6,997,888
• Proposed $7,500,000 in additional funds for Convention Center Infrastructure Improvements (EDCM026)
• Pasadena Blvd Ph I - 225 to Harris project appropriation of $20,394,085.95
• Proposed close-out of Shaw Street Reconstruction Phase I and Traffic Mobility Improvements Phase I and II

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing to discuss the proposed FY 2026 Operating and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budgets. The Board will then consider approving and adopting these budgets.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2026 Operating and CIP Budgets
• Resolution to approve and adopt FY 2026 Operating and CIP Budgets

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a preliminary and final review of a partial replat for South Houston Gardens Sec 1. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting.

• Preliminary and Final Review of South Houston Gardens Sec 1 Partial Replat No 6

City Council

The City Council will certify the returns for the June 7 runoff elections for Mayor and Councilmembers for Districts A, B, and G. The body will also consider multiple contract change orders for infrastructure projects and various grant acceptances.

• Certification of June 7 runoff election results for Mayor and Districts A, B, and G
• Contract change order for Pasadena Police Annex Building (Christensen Building Group) for $507,372.60
• Contract change order for 2025 Annual Sidewalk Improvements (Brooks Concrete, Inc.) for $442,504.77
• Contract change order for Construction of Fire Station No. 7 (Way-Tech, Inc.) for $460,465.42
• Proposed ordinance granting Bluebonnet Pipeline LLC a franchise permit for a 6-inch Ethylene pipeline

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the June 3 and May 20 meetings. It approved progress payments for sixteen city contracts, Finance Resolution 2928, and Personnel Changes (A). The council also passed first‑reading ordinances granting a pipeline franchise to Bluebonnet Pipeline LLC and authorizing several grant acceptances, and adopted eleven resolutions covering donations, a public hearing on the Crime Control budget, a bench dedication, the OPEB investment policy, and certification of the June 7 runoff election results.

• Approved June 3, 2025 Council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2025 Council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments for contracts A‑P (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2928 (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-124 granting pipeline rights (first reading, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-106 to hold public hearing on Crime Control budget (unanimous)
• Certified runoff election results with Resolution 2025-112 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will certify the returns of the June 7, 2025, runoff election for Mayor and Councilmembers for Districts A, B, and G. The body is also reviewing multiple contract change orders for infrastructure and city buildings.

• Certification of June 7, 2025, runoff election results for Mayor and Districts A, B, and G
• Contract change order for Pasadena Police Annex Building (Christensen Building Group) for $507,372.60
• Contract change order for Construction of Fire Station No. 7 (Way-Tech, Inc.) for $460,465.42
• Contract change order for 2025 Annual Sidewalk Improvements (Brooks Concrete, Inc.) for $442,504.77
• Ordinance granting Bluebonnet Pipeline LLC a permit to construct and operate a 6-inch Ethylene pipeline

The council approved the Investment Policy for the Other Post‑Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust. It also adopted several donation resolutions, set a public hearing on the Crime Control budget, and approved progress payments for multiple city projects. All actions were passed unanimously.

• Resolution 2025-111 (OPEB Investment Policy) approved – unanimous
• Resolution 2025-108 (Chevron $20,000 donation) approved – unanimous
• Resolution 2025-107 (Hancock Pool Services $1,000 donation) approved – unanimous
• Resolution 2025-105 (Bingo prize donation $130) approved – unanimous
• Resolution 2025-106 (public hearing on Crime Control budget) approved – unanimous
• Ordinance 2025-124 (pipeline franchise) passed on first reading – unanimous
• Ordinance 2025-125 (ExxonMobil $5,000 grant) passed on first reading – unanimous
• Progress payments for contracts A‑P approved – unanimous

Crime & Prevention District Board

The board will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Public hearing for FY2026 Proposed CCD Budget
• Adoption of FY2026 Proposed Crime Control District Budget

Crime & Prevention District Board

The board is holding a public hearing to receive citizen input on the proposed budget for the Crime Control and Prevention District. The budget covers the period from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.

• Proposed budget for the budget year beginning October 1, 2025 and ending September 30, 2026

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to grant a 20-year non-exclusive franchise to ONE OK NGL Distribution System, LLC. This would allow the company to maintain and operate a 6-inch Arconol pipeline running from the Sinclair Refinery to the Shell Refinery.

• Proposed 20-year franchise for a 6-inch Arconol pipeline along the Pasadena Freeway (State Highway 225)
• Pipeline route crosses Allendale Rd, Richey St, and Inwood Dr
• Initial franchise fee of $3,500.00
• Annual subsequent fees of $1,500.00
• Requirement for $2 million in general liability and $5 million in environmental liability insurance

City Council

The City Council will consider several contract change orders for infrastructure improvements and the abandonment of three utility and road easements. The body will also review franchise permits for pipeline operations and a revised ballfield license agreement.

• Contract change order for T Construction, LLC: $253,334.94 for 2025 Citywide Waterline Replacement
• Contract change order for Mar-Con Services, LLC: $146,276.61 for Red Bluff Road Drainage Improvements
• Contract change order for SER Construction Partners, LLC: $119,710.47 for Dabney Storm Interconnect
• Proposed abandonment of a 15-foot wide public road easement in Golden Acres Annex for $5,136
• Franchise permits for ONEOK NGL Distribution System, LLC and Air Liquide Large Industries U.S. LP for pipeline operations

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and vote on contracts related to the Pasadena City Plaza Project. The Board will also consider scheduling a public hearing for the proposed FY 2026 Budget.

• Contract with GraphTec for Wayfinding signage for Pasadena City Plaza Project (CIP #R094) for $112,998.00
• Additional funding not to exceed $19,900.00 for Binkley & Barfield DCCM for Pasadena City Plaza Project (CIP #R094)
• Proposed public hearing on June 26, 2025, regarding the FY 2026 Budget
• Financial Report of Investment Activities for the quarter ended March 31, 2025

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will meet to decide on abandoning three easements totaling 0.27 acres and approve seven contract change orders worth $3.4M for sidewalk, paving, drainage, sewer, and building projects. The meeting also includes final readings on a ballfield license agreement and resolutions on personnel changes, donations, and budget amendments.

• Abandon 0.0553-acre utility easement on Spencer Highway Gardens for $5,910
• Close 15-foot road easement in Golden Acres Annex for $5,136
• Relocate 0.1081-acre drainage easement in Kingsdale for $11,532
• Approve $3.4M in contract change orders for sidewalk, paving, drainage, and sewer repairs
• Amend FY2025 budget for Pasadena Crime Control and Prevention District

The City Council unanimously approved progress payments for ten contracts totaling $3,782,605.78. It also approved Finance Resolution 2926, Personnel Changes (A), and four ordinances (2025‑118 to 2025‑121) concerning a ballfield license and the abandonment or relocation of various easements. Several resolutions, including the adoption of the 2024 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, were also adopted unanimously.

• Approved progress payments for contracts A‑J totaling $3,782,605.78 (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2926 (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑118 revising Ballfield License Agreement (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑119 abandoning a 0.0553‑acre utility easement (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑120 abandoning a 15‑ft public road easement (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑121 relocating a 0.1081‑acre drainage easement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑103 approving the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several contract change orders for citywide improvements and three ordinances to abandon or relocate utility and road easements. The body will also review personnel changes and a budget amendment for the Crime Control and Prevention District.

• Contract change order for SER Construction Partners, LLC: $1,073,290.38 for Shaver St. Paving & Drainage Improvements PH IIb
• Contract change order for Way-Tech, Inc.: $690,374.68 for Construction of Fire Station No. 7
• Contract change order for Christensen Building Group: $442,347.82 for Pasadena Police Annex Building
• Proposed abandonment of a 0.0553 acre utility easement in Spencer Highway Gardens for $5,910
• Proposed abandonment of a 15-foot wide public road easement in Golden Acres Annex for $5,136

The council approved the minutes from the May 6 and May 13 meetings. It also approved progress payments for ten city contracts, Finance Resolution 2926, and Personnel Changes (A). Additional actions included passing three easement ordinances, a ballfield license ordinance, and several resolutions for donations and a budget amendment for the Crime Control and Prevention District.

• Approved May 6, 2025 Council Meeting minutes – unanimous
• Approved May 13, 2025 Special Council Meeting minutes – unanimous
• Approved progress payments for contracts A‑J – unanimous
• Approved Finance Resolution 2926 – unanimous
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) – unanimous
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑118 (ballfield license agreement) – unanimous
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑119 (abandoning utility easement) – unanimous
• Passed Resolution 2025‑100 (budget amendment for Crime Control district) – unanimous

City Council

This special meeting of the Pasadena City Council will consider a resolution to certify the May 3, 2025 general election returns and schedule a runoff election on June 7, 2025 for the offices of Mayor and Councilmembers for Districts A, B, and G. The balance of the agenda consists of routine administrative items such as minutes, contract change orders, progress payments, personnel changes, and mayoral appointments.

• Resolution certifying May 3, 2025 general election results and calling a June 7, 2025 runoff for Mayor and Districts A, B, and G

Councilmember Ybarra moved, and Councilmember Schoenbein seconded, a motion to adopt Resolution 2025-096. The council voted unanimously to pass the resolution, which certifies the May 3, 2025 general election results and orders a runoff election on June 7, 2025 for the mayor and districts A, B, and G. No other business was decided.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-096 certifying May 3 election results and scheduling June 7 runoff (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will certify the returns of the May 3, 2025, General Election. The body is proposing a resolution to order a runoff election on June 7, 2025, for the positions of Mayor and Councilmembers for Districts A, B, and G.

• Certification of May 3, 2025, General Election returns
• Runoff election scheduled for June 7, 2025, for Mayor and Districts A, B, and G
• Early voting for runoff set for May 27, 2025, through June 3, 2025
• Declaration of elected officials: Emmanuel Guerrero (Dist C), Pat Van Houte (Dist D), Jonathan Estrada (Dist E), Dolan Dow (Dist F), and Aaron E. Styron (Dist H)

The City Council moved, seconded, and unanimously approved Resolution 2025-096. The resolution certifies the results of the May 3, 2025 general election and orders a runoff election on June 7, 2025 for the mayor and districts A, B, and G. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-096 certifying May 3 election results and scheduling June 7 runoff (unanimous)

Crime & Prevention District Board

The board will consider approving minutes, a sales tax report, and an amendment to the FY2025 Crime Control District budget. They will also hear a presentation on the proposed FY2026 budget and vote on setting a public hearing for June 4, 2025.

• Amend FY2025 CCD Budget – Chief Jerry Wright
• Presentation of Recommended Proposed FY2026 CCD Budget – Chief Jerry Wright
• Call for Public Hearing on June 4, 2025
• Sales Tax Report and Budget Summary Overview – Sherry Womack

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will vote on applications for two major grants: $3,684,800 from Hurricane Beryl Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for water production resilience, and $1,100,000 from CDBG for Ellaine Avenue paving and drainage. They will also approve multiple contract change orders for infrastructure projects totaling $3,305,602.47, an ordinance amending the sign code, a parking variance for an office at 310 Beltway Green Blvd, and various resolutions including joining Harris County elections and accepting donations for the library and senior center.

• Application for $3,684,800 Hurricane Beryl Hazard Mitigation Grant for Water Production Resilience Program
• Application for $1,100,000 CDBG grant for Ellaine Avenue Paving and Drainage Improvements in flood-prone area
• 13 contract change orders for storm sewer, sanitary sewer, drainage, waterline, bridge, lift station, fire station projects totaling $3,305,602.47
• Ordinance 2025-116 amending sign code Section 31-11 on sign maintenance and removal
• Ordinance approving a parking variance for office expansion at 310 Beltway Green Blvd

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting, a series of progress payments for city contracts, and Finance Resolution 2925 (with Councilmember Dow abstaining). It also approved multiple ordinances, including a parking variance and a sign‑code amendment, and authorized a $3,684,800 grant for the Hurricane Beryl Hazard Mitigation program.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments for contracts A‑M (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2925 (unanimous; Dow abstained)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) and (C) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-115 – parking variance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-116 – sign code amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-117 – joint elections agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-091 – $3,684,800 hurricane mitigation grant (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution supporting a no-wake zone on Clear Lake on June 20, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. during the Texas Outlaw Challenge. The council will also vote on accepting multiple in-kind donations and a grant for the Pasadena Public Library, including items from Coastal Eye Associates, HEB, and the Friends of the Library.

• Resolution supporting a no-wake zone on Clear Lake on June 20, 2025, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for the Texas Outlaw Challenge
• Accept in-kind donations from 10 entities (e.g., $50 gift card, 6 tres leches cakes, 17 movie passes) for library Health Fair and Carnival
• Accept in-kind donations from 5 individuals (art supplies worth $300, games/puzzles/Lego sets valued at $296.72, coupons) for library programs
• Accept $1,792.38 in-kind donation from Friends of the Pasadena Public Library and $1,500 HEB gift card award for library programming

The council unanimously approved all listed progress payments to contractors, adopted Finance Resolution 2925, and confirmed personnel changes. It also passed three ordinances, including a parking variance for 310 Beltway Green Blvd and updates to the sign code and joint election agreement. Additionally, the council approved multiple resolutions, notably authorizing a $3,684,800 grant application for the Water Production Resilience Program and a $1.1 million CDBG grant request.

• Approved progress payments to 13 contractors (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2925 (unanimous, with one abstention)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) and (C) (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-115 – parking variance for 310 Beltway Green Blvd (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-116 – amendment to Standard Sign Code (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-117 – joint elections agreement with Harris County (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-090 – $1,100,000 CDBG grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-091 – $3,684,800 Hurricane Beryl mitigation grant application (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance approving a variance to the off-street parking requirements for a proposed office expansion within an existing warehouse building at 310 Beltway Green Blvd. The variance would allow 142 parking spaces, which the planning department states is sufficient for demand and would not harm the public interest.

• Variance request for 142 off-street parking spaces at 310 Beltway Green Blvd. for an office expansion

The council approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting and authorized several progress payments for city projects. It also passed Finance Resolution 2924, approved personnel changes, and appointed Lester G. Rorick to the Civil Service Commission. A series of ordinances were adopted, including contracts for transportation services, park pavilion fees, engineering services, and the $500,842 BodyWorn Camera system, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved April 1 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments for contracts A‑H (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2924 (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) and (C) (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Lester G. Rorick to Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-083 for transportation services contract (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-092 authorizing $500,842.20 BodyWorn Camera purchase (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-091 authorizing $208,828 purchase of two portable generators (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider 32 ordinances including a $5.5 million asphalt overlay program, a $2.5 million police body-worn camera system, and numerous other infrastructure and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes appointments, progress payments for ongoing construction projects, and a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2025.

• $5,500,000 for 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program (Ordinance 2025-111)
• $2,504,211 for body-worn camera system (Ordinance 2025-092)
• $1,740,091.52 for 33 vehicles (Ordinance 2025-102)
• $1,094,630 for Red Bluff Terrace street improvements design (Ordinance 2025-114)
• Adoption of 2024 International Property Maintenance Code (Ordinance 2025-086)

The council unanimously approved a series of ordinances and resolutions, including the purchase of a body‑worn camera system. They also approved progress payments for nine city projects, Finance Resolution 2924, personnel changes for regular and administration staff, and the appointment of Lester G. Rorick to the Civil Service Commission. Additional ordinances adopted set fees for the Holly Bay Pavilion, renew insurance coverage, and contract services for engineering, water planning, and equipment.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-092 authorizing BodyWorn Camera System purchase ($2,504,211 total) (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments for contracts A‑I covering various infrastructure projects (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2924 (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) regular employees and (C) administration changes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Lester G. Rorick to the Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-083 contract with Pasadena ISD for Parks & Rec summer camp transportation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-084 adding a rental fee for Holly Bay Pavilion effective April 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-088 contract with AKV Consulting Engineers for on‑call engineering services ($200,000) (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Pasadena Planning Commission will conduct a preliminary review of Preston Beltway Centre Replat No. 1 and consider three requests to partially abandon public easements along Spencer Highway (road, utility, drainage). They will also approve minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. The public may address the commission on non-agenda topics.

• Preston Beltway Centre Replat No. 1 (preliminary review)
• Abandonment of a 15-foot public road easement at 5022 Spencer Highway
• Abandonment of a 10-foot utility easement at 6013 Spencer Highway
• Abandonment of a 15-foot drainage easement at 6027 Spencer Highway
• Approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will vote on over 20 ordinances, contracts, and purchases, including a $2.5 million body-worn camera system for the police department, a $665,000 water plant improvement progress payment, and new regulations for energy storage systems. Several park and infrastructure projects are also on the agenda, with progress payments for sidewalk improvements and renovations at fire stations.

• Purchase of body-worn camera system for police: $2,504,211 total over five years
• Sycamore Water Plant Improvement progress payment: $665,000
• Ordinance adding Energy Storage Systems regulations to Chapter 9 of city code
• Annual maintenance agreement for Tyler Technologies Munis software: $467,032
• Progress payment and contract amendment for 2025 Annual Sidewalk Improvements: $308,497.11 plus $221,920

The City Council unanimously approved progress payments for multiple projects, including a $665,000 payment for the Sycamore Water Plant improvement. Finance Resolution 2923 and several personnel changes were also approved unanimously. Ordinances 2025‑067, 2025‑068, and 2025‑069 were passed on second and final reading. The appointment of Joe Stepp to the Civil Service Commission was deferred by common consent.

• Approved progress payments for 11 projects, including $665,000 for water plant (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2923 (unanimous; Councilmember Dow abstained on pipeline item)
• Approved Personnel Changes (A) for regular employees (unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Changes (B) for finance department employees (unanimous)
• Approved City Boards and Commissions Report for Bella Heights subdivision (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑067 adding $7,500 to Southmore Avenue Park design (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑068 authorizing $25,000 for pool chemicals contract (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025‑069 amending sidewalk contract with $221,920 addition (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance that would authorize a contract with the Pasadena Independent School District to provide transportation services for the Parks and Recreation Summer Day Camp from May 27 to August 1, 2025. The city would pay $25 per hour per bus for field trips.

• Ordinance authorizing a contract between the City of Pasadena and Pasadena Independent School District for transportation services for the Summer Day Camp
• City will pay $25 per hour per bus for each trip
• Contract term runs May 27 through August 1, 2025
• PISD will provide buses and drivers; city responsible for worker's compensation for its own employees

Council members approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes, a series of progress payments for multiple contracts, and Finance Resolution 2923. They also passed several ordinances, including a $221,920 addition to the 2025 Annual Sidewalk Improvements project. The appointment of Joe Stepp to the Civil Service Commission was deferred. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted.

• Approved March 18, 2025 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved progress payments for contracts A–K (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2923 (unanimous; Dow abstained on pipeline/fencing item)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-067 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-068 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-069 adding $221,920 to sidewalk project (unanimous)
• Deferred appointment of Joe Stepp to Civil Service Commission
• Approved City Boards and Commissions Report (A) (unanimous)

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing to consider authorizing the Executive Director to execute a sale and purchase agreement with Lyondell Chemical Company for a 1.2656-acre tract of land in the George Mckinstry League Survey. The meeting is scheduled for March 27, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. in the Pre-Council Conference Room.

• Public hearing on sale and purchase agreement with Lyondell Chemical Company for a 1.2656-acre tract
• Location described as George Mckinstry League Survey, Abstract No. 47, Pasadena, Harris County, Texas

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation board will hold a pre-board meeting and a regular board meeting on March 27, 2025. Key items include authorizing the purchase of a 1.2656-acre tract from Lyondell Chemical Company, approving a $30,000 agreement with the Chamber of Commerce for the Pasadena Loves Local initiative, and releasing retainage for the Richey Street Roadway and Pedestrian Improvements project. The board will also elect officers and consider routine approvals.

• Discussion and action to authorize sale/purchase agreement with Lyondell Chemical Company for 1.2656 acres in George Mckinstry League Survey
• Consideration to authorize $30,000 agreement with Pasadena Chamber of Commerce for Pasadena Loves Local initiative
• Action to release retainage to Main Lane Industries for Richey Street Roadway and Pedestrian Improvements (CIP# S110)
• Election of officers for the board
• Public hearing on the Lyondell Chemical land acquisition

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider appropriating $10 million from the general fund to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) trust. Other notable actions include the purchase of a $1.7 million fire truck, termination of the Inframark wastewater treatment contract, and approval of progress payments for multiple infrastructure projects. The council also will vote on various contracts, including mosquito control, dangerous building demolition, and a police grant for catalytic converter theft prevention.

• Ordinance 2025-064: $10,000,000 OPEB trust funding from general fund
• Ordinance 2025-059: $1,685,181 for a 2025 Pierce Custom Impel fire truck
• Ordinance 2025-051: Termination of Inframark contract for wastewater treatment facilities
• Progress payment of $1,343,575.05 to SER Construction for Shaver St. Paving & Drainage Phase III
• Ordinance 2025-065: Acceptance of $160,166 MVCPA catalytic converter grant for police

The Pasadena City Council approved a $10 million appropriation to the OPEB Trust and passed 16 ordinances on final reading, including contracts for a new fire truck, water meters, mosquito control, and demolition services. All votes were unanimous except Resolution 2025-066 regarding CenterPoint Energy's rate application, which passed 7-1 with Councilmember Valerio voting no. The council also approved 14 progress payments totaling over $4.4 million for various construction projects.

• Approved $10M OPEB Trust appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved $1.685M fire truck purchase from Siddons-Martin (unanimous)
• Approved $1.59M purchase of 7 Freightliner trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $160,166 catalytic converter grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved 14 progress payments totaling $4,436,714.15 (unanimous)
• Approved Suzanne Hernandez to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution 2025-066 on CenterPoint rate application (7-1, Valerio no)
• Approved 16 first-reading ordinances including $467,032 Tyler Technologies contract

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider two ordinances: one amending the contract with Asakura Robinson Company to add $7,500 for redesign of Southmore Avenue Park to include a playground instead of a Japanese garden; the other authorizing a one-year, $25,000 contract with Rommelmann Enterprises (BigTex Pool Supplies) for liquid pool chemicals for three city pools, with optional two-year extensions. Both items are up for a vote at the March 18 meeting.

• Amendment to Ord. 2023-105 adding $7,500 for schematic redesign of Southmore Avenue Park to incorporate a playground and relocate Japanese garden
• Contract with Rommelmann Enterprises dba BigTex Pool Supplies for $25,000 for liquid pool chemicals at Strawberry Water Park, Sunset Pool, and Red Bluff Pool
• One-year contract with two optional one-year extensions for pool chemicals
• Funds certified at $49,550 for the park design and $25,000 (FY25) plus estimated $60,000 (FY26) for pool chemicals

The Pasadena City Council approved all 16 ordinances on final reading, including a $10 million appropriation to the OPEB Trust, a $1.685 million fire truck purchase, and a $1.594 million fleet vehicle purchase. The council also approved 14 progress payments totaling over $4.4 million for various construction projects, and unanimously approved the minutes, finance resolution, personnel changes, and a mayoral appointment. All votes were unanimous except Resolution 2025-066, which passed 7-1 with Councilmember Valerio voting no.

• Approved $10M OPEB Trust funding (Ordinance 2025-064, unanimous)
• Approved $1.685M fire truck purchase (Ordinance 2025-059, unanimous)
• Approved $1.594M fleet vehicle purchase (Ordinance 2025-063, unanimous)
• Approved 14 progress payments totaling $4.4M+ (unanimous)
• Approved termination of Inframark wastewater contract (Ordinance 2025-051, unanimous)
• Approved $130K demolition services contract (Ordinance 2025-057, unanimous)
• Approved $160,166 catalytic converter grant acceptance (Ordinance 2025-065, unanimous)
• Adopted 2024 Drought Contingency Plan (Resolution 2025-060, unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a final review of the Four Horn Industrial Complex. The body will also discuss the vacating of a plat for Fairmont Crossing.

• Final review of Four Horn Industrial Complex
• Vacating plat for Fairmont Crossing

City Council

The City Council will consider two ordinances: one to officially terminate the contract with Inframark (formerly Severn Trent) for operating New Vince Bayou and Golden Acres wastewater treatment facilities when it expires September 30, 2025; and another to amend an existing contract with Entech Civil Engineers for design and construction services on Perez Road reconstruction and Cleveland Street paving and drainage projects, clarifying scope and payment terms.

• Termination of Ordinance No. 2015-120 with Inframark for wastewater treatment facility O&M
• Amendment to contract with Entech Civil Engineers for Perez Road reconstruction (CIP #5185) and Cleveland Street paving & drainage (CIP #5221)
• Contract amendments address scope and payment clarifications requested by Engineering Department
• Both items are ordinances with first and second readings scheduled

The Pasadena City Council approved all final-reading ordinances, including a NuStar pipeline franchise, a FEMA command trailer, and a $1.68M fire truck purchase. On first reading, the council advanced a $10M appropriation to fund the OPEB Trust and a contract to terminate the Inframark wastewater treatment contract. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on a finance resolution item.

• Approved $10M OPEB Trust funding ordinance (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $1.68M Pierce fire truck purchase (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved termination of Inframark wastewater treatment contract (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved NuStar 12-inch pipeline franchise (final reading, unanimous)
• Approved $499,970 asphalt paver purchase (final reading, unanimous)
• Approved $1.5M Texas Parks & Wildlife grant acceptance (final reading, unanimous)
• Approved 8 progress payments totaling $2.67M (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Resolution 2921 (unanimous; Dow abstained on pipeline/fencing item)

City Council

The City Council will discuss various municipal contracts, equipment purchases, and grant acceptances. Key items include a large fund appropriation for post-employment benefits and a public hearing on Parks and Recreation standards of care.

• Appropriation of $10,000,000 from the General Fund to fund the OPEB Trust
• Purchase of a 2025 Pierce Custom Impel Fire Truck for $1,685,181.00
• Purchase of five Freightliner trucks for $1,596,747.00
• Acceptance of a Texas Parks & Wildlife Local Parks grant not to exceed $1,500,000.00
• Public hearing regarding Parks and Recreation Department Standards of Care

The Pasadena City Council approved all items on its agenda, including final passage of ordinances for a NuStar pipeline franchise, a new FEMA command trailer, and a $1.68 million fire truck purchase on first reading. The council also approved $10 million in funding for the OPEB Trust and deferred a contract termination item. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on a finance resolution item.

• Approved minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting.
• Approved eight progress payments for construction projects, totaling over $2.6 million.
• Approved Finance Resolution 2921 for miscellaneous claims and invoices; Councilmember Dow abstained on a related item.
• Approved personnel changes for regular employees and administration.
• Passed on final reading Ordinance 2025-020 granting NuStar Logistics a pipeline franchise.
• Passed on final reading Ordinance 2025-043 authorizing purchase of a FEMA Type 1 Mobile Emergency Command trailer.
• Passed on first reading Ordinance 2025-064 appropriating $10,000,000 from the General Fund for the OPEB Trust.
• Deferred first reading item (Q) to terminate a contract with Program Driven Data, LLC.

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular board meeting on February 27, 2025. Key items include proposed revisions to the Business Enhancement Program (BEP) guidelines, an agreement with Harris County for storm sewer improvements on Fairmont Parkway, and a contract with Golden Shovel Agency for tourism marketing services not to exceed $75,700. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear an executive director's report.

• Discussion and action on proposed revisions to Business Enhancement Program (BEP) guidelines, application, and grant agreement
• Agreement with Harris County for construction and maintenance of a storm sewer system on Fairmont Parkway
• Authorization of a proposal from Golden Shovel Agency for Visit Pasadena website, brand package, and marketing services up to $75,700
• Approval of minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss various infrastructure payments, professional service contracts, and grant applications. Key items include a request for a $5.1 million federal grant for surface street reconstruction in flood-prone areas and a $1.5 million parks grant.

• Application for a $5,108,412.00 BUILD Grant for surface streets in flood-prone areas
• Acceptance of a Texas Parks & Wildlife Local Parks grant not to exceed $1,500,000.00
• Purchase of a 2024 Bomag CR820W Asphalt Paver for $499,970.00
• Contract with Hahn Equipment Co., Inc. for a Crenshaw Water Plant pump for $108,136.00
• Progress payment to Christensen Building Group for Pasadena Police Annex Building of $626,714.56

The Pasadena City Council approved all progress payments for ongoing construction projects, passed eight ordinances on final reading, and adopted thirteen resolutions. The only split votes were on appointments to the Pasadena Economic Development Corporation board (5-3) and the Building Standards Commission (6-2). All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved 9 progress payments totaling $1.89M for construction projects (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-035 authorizing as-needed veterinary services for Animal Control (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-036 for $108,136 Xylem E-XC pump at Crenshaw Water Plant (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-042 increasing Civil Service Commission stipend from $50 to $150/month (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-036 appointing EDC board members (5-3, with Guerrero, Van Houte, Ybarra voting no)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-037 appointing Building Standards Commission members (6-2, with Guerrero and Van Houte voting no)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-042 to apply for $5.1M BUILD grant for flood-prone street reconstruction (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-046 accepting 2024 Police Racial Profiling Report (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution ordering a general election on May 3, 2025, for mayor (4-year term) and eight single-member council members (2-year terms) for Districts A through H. The election will be conducted jointly with Harris County, with early voting from April 22–29, 2025. The document provides locations and procedures for mail and early voting.

• Resolution to hold a general election on May 3, 2025 for mayor and council seats in Districts A–H
• Early voting scheduled April 22–29, 2025, with hours listed in Exhibit A
• Election to be administered by the Harris County Clerk’s Office under a joint election contract
• Voting locations to be posted on harrisvotes.com and the city website

The Pasadena City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved Resolution 2025-034, calling a general election for May 3, 2025, to elect a mayor and eight councilmembers for all single-member districts (A through H). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only ceremonial items and no citizen comments.

• Approved Resolution 2025-034 calling May 3, 2025 general election for mayor and 8 council seats (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a resolution calling for a general election on May 3, 2025, to elect a mayor and eight councilmembers. The agenda also includes items for personnel changes, contract change orders, and progress payments.

• Resolution calling for a general election on May 3, 2025, for Mayor and Council Districts A through H
• Personnel changes for regular employees, finance department, and administration
• Contract change orders
• Progress payments
• Finance Resolution for miscellaneous claims and invoices

The City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved Resolution 2025-034, calling for a general election on May 3, 2025, to elect a mayor and eight councilmembers for all single-member districts (A through H). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved Resolution 2025-034 calling May 3, 2025 general election (unanimous)

Crime & Prevention District Board

The Crime Control & Prevention District Board will swear in four reappointed officers, approve prior meeting minutes, and hear a sales tax report and budget summary. The board will also consider a proposed amendment to the FY2025 CCD budget presented by Chief Jerry Wright.

• Swearing in of four reappointed officers
• Sales Tax Report and Budget Summary presented by Sherry Burress
• Amendment to FY2025 CCD Budget – Chief Jerry Wright

City Council

The City Council will consider two ordinances: one authorizing a $130,000 contract for veterinary services on an as-needed basis for the Animal Control and Adoption Department, and another authorizing a $108,136 contract with Hahn Equipment Co. to purchase and install a new Xylem E-XC pump at the Crenshaw Water Plant. Both items are presented with certification of funds and staff recommendations for approval.

• $130,000 ordinance for veterinary services including spay/neuter surgeries for Animal Control and Adoption Department
• $108,136 ordinance to replace an inoperable primary pump at Crenshaw Water Plant (sole-source purchase from Hahn Equipment Co.)
• Veterinary services contract covers a 12-month period with an estimated FY26 expenditure of $60,000
• Water pump purchase and installation is funded from account 30600-7103
• Council action includes first and final readings for both ordinances

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved a series of contracts and ordinances, including two major infrastructure projects: a $1,952,415.15 citywide waterline replacement and a $1,957,940.50 sanitary sewer rehabilitation. The council also approved numerous design service contracts for paving and drainage projects, a $189,000 property sale, and several grant acceptances. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on a resolution related to a family land donation.

• Approved $1,952,415.15 waterline replacement contract with T Construction, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $1,957,940.50 sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract with T Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $189,000 sale of three lots at 602-606 Witter to Angel E. Gonzalez (unanimous)
• Approved $550,000 design contract for 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program with Binkley & Barfield (unanimous)
• Approved $552,000 design contract for Perez Road & Cleveland St. with Entech Civil Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved $166,287.32 inclusive playground structure for Sunset Park (unanimous)
• Approved $135,003.75 Red Bluff Pool replastering contract with Hancock Pool Services (unanimous)
• Approved $63,148 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant for police tactical patrol (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple ordinances for infrastructure design and construction, including citywide water and sewer replacements. The body will also review various contract change orders and grant acceptances for police and park improvements.

• Contract with T Construction, Inc. for 2025 Citywide Waterline Replacement ($1,952,415.15) and Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation ($1,957,940.50)
• Sale of lots 22, 23, and 24 in Block B of G.A. Brown's Subdivision (602, 604, and 606 Witter) for $189,000.00
• Design services for 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program with Binkley & Barfield, Inc. ($550,000.00)
• Purchase of inclusive playground structure for Sunset Park from Fun Abounds, Inc. ($166,287.32)
• Acceptance of DOJ grant ($63,148.00) and State of Texas grant ($52,000.00) for police department programs

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved a series of ordinances on final reading, including contracts for the 2025 Citywide Waterline Replacement Project ($1,952,415.15) and the 2025 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project ($1,957,940.50), as well as multiple design services agreements for paving and drainage projects. The council also approved the sale of three city-owned lots on Witter Street for $189,000 and accepted several grants, including a $63,148 federal justice assistance grant for the police department. All votes were unanimous, with Councilmember Dow abstaining on one resolution related to a family land gift.

• Approved $1,952,415.15 waterline replacement contract with T Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $1,957,940.50 sanitary sewer rehabilitation contract with T Construction (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 602-606 Witter St. lots to Angel E. Gonzalez for $189,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $550,000 design contract with Binkley & Barfield for 2025 Asphalt Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved $63,148 federal JAG grant for police tactical patrol program (unanimous)
• Approved $166,287.32 inclusive playground structure at Sunset Park (unanimous)
• Approved $135,003.75 Red Bluff Pool replastering contract (unanimous)
• Approved $169,571.53 mobile bookshelves for Fairmont Library (unanimous)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on final readings of multiple ordinances, including major infrastructure contracts for waterline replacement and sanitary sewer rehabilitation. The agenda also includes design contracts for various paving and drainage projects, acceptance of police grants, park improvements, a property sale, and several contractor payments for ongoing work.

• Final reading of $1,952,415.15 contract for 2025 Citywide Waterline Replacement Project
• Final reading of $1,957,940.50 contract for 2025 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Approval of $1,831,167.61 payment to SER Construction for Cotton Patch Bayou Drainage Improvements
• Acceptance of $63,148 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for Police Tactical Patrol Program
• Sale of three city-owned lots at 606, 604, and 602 Witter Street for $189,000

The Pasadena City Council approved all 30 ordinances on first reading, covering design contracts for paving and drainage projects, waterline and sewer rehabilitation, park improvements, and various equipment and service contracts. The council also approved four progress payments totaling over $3.6 million for ongoing construction projects, and passed resolutions for vehicle auctions, donations, and grant applications. One resolution reappointing Crime Control and Prevention District board members passed 6-2, with Councilmembers Guerrero and Valerio voting no.

• Approved progress payments totaling $3,659,428.02 for four construction projects (unanimous)
• Passed 30 ordinances on first reading, including $550,000 for asphalt overlay design and $1.95M waterline replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-011 for six public vehicle auctions in 2025 (unanimous)
• Reappointed four members to Crime Control and Prevention District board (6-2)
• Accepted $48,000 federal overtime reimbursement for police (unanimous)
• Approved $166,287.32 for inclusive playground at Sunset Park (unanimous)
• Approved $135,003.75 to replaster Red Bluff Pool (unanimous)
• Approved sale of three lots on Witter Street for $189,000 (unanimous)

Pasadena EDC

The Pasadena Economic Development Corporation will meet to review a financial summary report and the investment activities for the fiscal quarter ending December 31, 2024. The board will also consider approving minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting.

• Financial Report of Investment Activities for the Fiscal Quarter ended December 31, 2024
• Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Financial Summary Report by Assistant City Controller Robert Chambers

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to approve a contract with T Construction, LLC for the 2025 Citywide Waterline Replacement Project (CIP#W074). The project involves replacing waterlines within the city limits of Pasadena.

• Contract with T Construction, LLC for $1,952,415.15
• Project CIP#W074: 2025 Citywide Waterline Replacement Project
• Appropriation of $1,859,443.00 for contract amount and $92,972.15 for contingency

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will consider multiple capital improvement contracts and purchases, including a $1.95 million waterline replacement, a $1.96 million sewer rehabilitation, and a pipeline franchise for NuStar Logistics. Also up for vote are grant awards for police tactical patrol ($63,148) and a digital intelligence unit ($52,000), along with the sale of three city-owned lots for $189,000. The meeting includes routine items like contract extensions, design services for paving and drainage projects, and acceptance of donations.

• $1,952,415.15 contract with T Construction for 2025 Citywide Waterline Replacement Project
• $1,957,940.50 contract with T Construction for 2025 Citywide Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• NuStar Logistics pipeline franchise for a 12-inch line within city rights-of-way
• Sale of three lots at 606, 604, 602 Witter for $189,000 to Angel E. Gonzalez
• $63,148 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant for Police Tactical Patrol Program

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to accept in-kind donations from Humana for Loteria ($70) and BINGO ($60) prizes at Madison Jobe Senior Center, and to retire police canine 'Chief' and transfer ownership to his handler, Officer Brandon Marshall. The items were previously acted upon in December 2024.

• Resolution accepting $70 in-kind donation from Humana for Loteria prizes at Madison Jobe Senior Center
• Resolution accepting $60 in-kind donation from Humana for BINGO prizes at Madison Jobe Senior Center
• Resolution authorizing retirement of police canine 'Chief' and bestowing ownership to Officer Brandon Marshall

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved extending the moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) permits and passed several contracts, including a $4.13 million paving and drainage project and a $2 million sidewalk project. It also approved a severance package for the new City Controller and reappointed Alan Robb to the Port of Houston Authority board despite two dissenting votes.

• Extended BESS permit moratorium (unanimous)
• Approved $4,130,649 paving and drainage contract with D & W Contractors (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000,000 sidewalk contract with Brooks Concrete (unanimous)
• Approved $3,021,060 Vince Bayou WWTP bar screens project with JTR Constructors (unanimous)
• Approved $201,638 software maintenance agreement with Superion (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 Dell computer purchase (unanimous)
• Approved severance and health benefits for City Controller Koskiniemi (unanimous)
• Reappointed Alan Robb to Port of Houston Authority board (6-2, Guerrero and Van Houte opposed)

City Council

The Pasadena City Council will hold a public hearing on extending the moratorium on permits for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) facilities. The council also will vote on progress payments for several construction projects, including $942,163.57 for the Police Annex Building and $627,055.40 for storm sewer rehab, as well as ordinances approving golf course fee adjustments, a $400,000 computer device purchase, and a $4,130,649 paving and drainage contract.

• Public hearing on extending the BESS facility permit moratorium
• Approve $4,130,649 contract with D & W Contractors for 2025 Annual Paving and Drainage Improvements
• Approve $2,000,000 contract with Brooks Concrete for 2025 Annual Sidewalk Improvements
• Approve progress payment of $942,163.57 to Christensen Building Group for Pasadena Police Annex Building
• Approve $230,488.00 purchase of police training ammunition from GT Distributors

The Pasadena City Council unanimously approved extending the moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) permits and awarded contracts for sidewalk and paving/drainage improvements. It also approved a $3M wastewater treatment project, a $2M sidewalk contract, and a $4.13M paving and drainage contract. The council reappointed Alan Robb to the Port of Houston Authority board in a 7-2 vote, with Councilmembers Guerrero and Van Houte dissenting.

• Approved extension of BESS moratorium (Ordinance 2025-001) unanimously
• Approved $2M sidewalk improvements contract with Brooks Concrete (2025-002) unanimously
• Approved $4,130,649 paving and drainage contract with D & W Contractors (2025-003) unanimously
• Approved $3,021,060 Vince Bayou WWTP Bar Screens contract with JTR Constructors (2024-272) unanimously
• Approved $400,000 Dell computer purchase (2024-271) unanimously
• Approved $230,488 police ammunition purchase (2024-273) unanimously
• Reappointed Alan Robb to Port of Houston Authority board (7-2)
• Approved severance and health benefits for new City Controller (2025-004) unanimously

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss extending a commercial moratorium on permits for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) facilities. This moratorium was originally imposed on October 8, 2024.

• Public hearing regarding the extension of the BESS facility permit moratorium

City Council

The City of Pasadena will hold a public hearing on January 6, 2025, to consider extending a commercial moratorium on permits for battery energy storage systems (BESS), originally imposed on October 8, 2024. Residents and affected parties may provide input at the meeting.

• Public hearing to extend commercial moratorium on BESS permits (imposed Oct 8, 2024)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a contract for annual sidewalk improvements and a proposal to extend a moratorium on permits for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The BESS extension would allow the city more time to develop safety and land-use regulations.

• Contract with Brooks Concrete, Inc. for the 2025 Annual Sidewalk Improvements Project (CIP#S143) for $2,000,000.00
• Proposed 90-day extension of the commercial moratorium on permits for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) facilities

The Pasadena City Council held a special meeting on January 6, 2025, and took several actions. They unanimously approved an extension of the commercial moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) facilities, and approved contracts for sidewalk and paving/drainage improvements. The council also approved a severance package for the new City Controller and upheld a termination recommendation from the Suspension Appeals Board.

• Approved extension of BESS commercial moratorium (Ordinance 2025-001, unanimous)
• Approved $2,000,000 sidewalk improvements contract with Brooks Concrete (Ordinance 2025-002, unanimous)
• Approved $4,130,649 paving and drainage contract with D & W Contractors (Ordinance 2025-003, unanimous)
• Approved severance and health insurance benefit for new City Controller Lindsay Koskiniemi (Ordinance 2025-004, unanimous)
• Upheld termination of Tamara Fransaw per Suspension Appeals Board recommendation (roll call 8-0, Estrada absent)
• Approved Finance Department personnel changes (unanimous, Mayor Wagner abstained)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on extending the commercial moratorium for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), then vote on final readings for the extension, two major infrastructure contracts, and personnel actions including a new City Controller with severance benefits. The agenda also includes a ruling on a Suspension Appeals Board recommendation upholding a termination.

• Public hearing and final reading on extending the commercial moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) facilities
• Contract with Brooks Concrete, Inc. for 2025 Annual Sidewalk Improvements Project at $2,000,000
• Contract with D & W Contractors, Inc. for 2025 Annual Paving and Drainage Improvements Project at $4,130,649
• Approval of severance pay and health insurance benefits for new City Controller Lindsay Koskiniemi
• Consideration of Suspension Appeals Board recommendation upholding termination of Tamara Fransaw

The City Council unanimously approved a first-reading extension of the commercial moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) permits, and also passed first readings for contracts totaling over $6.1 million for sidewalk and paving/drainage projects. The council approved a severance package for the new City Controller and upheld a termination recommendation from the Suspension Appeals Board. All votes were unanimous, with one council member absent.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-001 extending BESS moratorium (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $2,000,000 sidewalk contract with Brooks Concrete (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved $4,130,649 paving/drainage contract with D & W Contractors (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved severance and health benefits for new City Controller (first reading, unanimous)
• Approved Personnel Changes (B) for Finance Department (unanimous)
• Upheld termination of Tamara Fransaw per Suspension Appeals Board (roll call, unanimous)