Seabrook public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a workshop to present and discuss the City's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Article II, Division 2, which covers the Council's rules of procedure. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at 6:00 PM at the Evelyn Meador Library.

• Presentation and discussion on City of Seabrook Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, 'Administration', Article II, 'City Council', Division 2, 'Rules of Procedure'

The Seabrook City Council met in regular session on December 13, 2022, and held a workshop on the City's Rules of Procedure, focusing on parliamentary procedures and Robert's Rules of Order. No substantive decisions or votes were taken during the meeting; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m.

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss updates on local parks, trails, and volunteer programs. Items include a butterfly waystation project, dog park planning, and park maintenance needs. The meeting also covers Keep Texas Beautiful affiliate requirements and future volunteer projects.

• Approve minutes of November 3, 2022 meeting
• Discuss Keep Texas Beautiful Programs to meet affiliate requirements
• Discuss establishment and location of a Dog Park
• Update on Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness and proposed planting locations
• Update on trail connecting Friendship Park and Mystic Village

The committee approved the November 3, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed potential volunteer projects and reviewed concerns regarding the establishment of a dog park, including liability and maintenance costs.

• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee

The committee will hold its first meeting to elect leadership and define its objectives. Members will also receive a project update from CenterPoint Energy and discuss mitigation recommendations for the City Council.

• Presentation of project update by CenterPoint Energy
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of committee duties per Resolution 2022-32
• Discussion of mitigation recommendations for report to City Council

The Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee held its first meeting, electing Adam Shannahan as Chair and Angela Barron as Vice Chair. Members heard a presentation from CenterPoint Energy on proposed mitigation for the new substation in Red Oaks Acres and discussed design details, including a 14-foot decorative wall, drainage, and lighting. No formal mitigation recommendations were approved; the committee will continue discussions at its next meeting on January 11, 2023.

• Elected Adam Shannahan as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Angela Barron as Vice Chair (5-0, Barron abstaining)
• Set next meeting for January 11, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider several appointments to local boards and commissions. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure inspection contracts, well repairs, and new city policies.

• Awarding infrastructure inspection contracts to Project Surveillance and Coastline Engineering
• Repair services for City Well #2 at 2501 Humble Dr. not to exceed $93,240.42
• Professional Services Agreement with Freese and Nichols for Old Town Seabrook Livable Center design
• Reappointments to the Board of Adjustment and the Economic Development Corporation
• Appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission

City Council awarded infrastructure inspection contracts to two firms and approved a design agreement for the Old Town Seabrook Livable Center. The council also authorized repairs to city Well #2 and reappointed members to several city boards and commissions.

• Awarded infrastructure inspection contracts to Project Surveillance and Coastline Engineering (Unanimous)
• Approved design and engineering agreement with Freese and Nichols for Old Town Seabrook Livable Center (Unanimous)
• Approved repair services for city Well #2 by Alsay Incorporated not to exceed $93,240.42 (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Terry Moore, Sue Thomey, and Glen Halbison to Board of Adjustment / Building Standards Commission (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Paul Dunphey, Terry Chapman, Gary Bell, Kevin Ferguson, and appointed Ann Wacker to EDC Board (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Gary Reno, Darrell Picha, and Rhonda Thompson to Planning & Zoning Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-33 establishing Bay Area Veteran's Memorial policy (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-35 to apply for Houston UASI grant (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to consider approving the eligibility list for the rank of Sergeant, based on the October 1 written exam and November 18 assessment center. The agenda also includes public comments, setting future meeting dates, and adjournment. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Approve Eligibility List for Rank of Sergeant from October 1, 2022 written exam and November 18, 2022 assessment center
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

The Commission approved the eligibility list for the rank of Sergeant. This list was based on a written exam from October 1, 2022, and an Assessment Center from November 18, 2022.

• Approved Eligibility List for Rank of Sergeant (Unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to hear a director’s report on October 2022 activities, consider approving an engineering contract for grant-funded projects, renew the EDC incentives policy, and nominate a board liaison to the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and set future dates.

• Approve Freese and Nichols engineering contract for grant-funded Livable Center Projects (RFQ #2022-19-708)
• Renew EDC Incentives Policy (Resolution 2022-01)
• Nominate EDC board member as liaison to Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
• Approve October 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Establish future meeting dates

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a contract with Freese and Nichols for engineering services for the Livable Center Projects, funded through the Capital Improvement Plan. The board discussed but did not approve updates to the Incentives Policy, deferring it to January for further review. It also nominated Gary Bell as a liaison to the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce and approved the October minutes.

• Approved Freese and Nichols for RFQ #2022-19-708 Engineering Services (unanimous)
• Deferred Incentives Policy update to January for further review
• Nominated Gary Bell as liaison to Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and deliberate on the recently adopted 2040 Comprehensive Master Plan, including potential modifications related to land use, transportation, economic development, and implementation. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the October meeting minutes and receiving a report on actions sent to City Council.

• Discussion of 2040 Comprehensive Master Plan update (land use, transportation, branding, economic development)
• Approve minutes from October 20, 2022 P&Z meeting
• Report from Director of Planning and Community Development on actions sent to City Council
• Establish future agenda items and meeting dates

The commission discussed the recently adopted 2040 Comprehensive Master Plan and the need to create ordinances to implement changes, specifically regarding new zoning districts in the North Planning Area. The commission approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a preliminary Planned Unit Development for the Highland Center Mixed Use Development, which includes a 13-story, 238-unit apartment building, a 5,200-square-foot retail/restaurant building, and 556 parking spaces. The council will also consider several bid awards, including a $612,866 asphalt overlay contract, and multiple ordinances on second reading, including a conditional use permit for a bar at 1805 First Street and amendments to the short-term rental ordinance. Additionally, the council will review budget amendments totaling over $1.1 million and other routine items.

• Public hearing and action on Preliminary PUD for Highland Center Mixed Use Development (13-story, 238-unit apartments, 5,200 sq ft retail/restaurant, 556 parking spaces)
• Bid award to AAA Asphalt Paving Inc. for Todville Side Street Asphalt Overlay, not to exceed $612,866
• Ordinance 2022-21 on second reading: Conditional Use Permit for a bar at 1805 First Street
• Ordinance 2022-22 on second reading: Extends short-term rental permit deadline to January 1, 2023
• Budget Amendment No. 1 for FY22-23: $901,169 in appropriations; Budget Amendment No. 2: $265,338

Council approved a preliminary plan for a 13-story mixed-use development and authorized several infrastructure and equipment purchases. They also passed budget amendments and updated ordinances regarding short-term rentals and sewer systems. A request for a conditional use permit for a bar at 1805 First Street was denied.

• Approved Preliminary PUD for Highland Center Mixed Use Development (5-2)
• Approved $612,866 contract with AAA Asphalt Paving Inc. for Todville Side Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $265,338 purchase of excavator and cab tractor (Unanimous)
• Denied conditional use permit for bar at 1805 First Street (5-2)
• Approved Budget Amendment No. 1 for $901,169 (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment No. 2 for $265,338 (Unanimous)
• Approved $124,057 design contract with Cobb Fendley (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-22 updating short-term rental permit deadline to Jan 1, 2023 (Unanimous)

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission will meet to discuss and consider agenda items, including a review of the city's Code of Ethics against other area cities' codes. The commission will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and establish future meeting dates.

• Review of Code of Ethics adopted by area cities for comparison to Seabrook's code
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting
• Establishment of future meeting dates and agenda items

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on several park-related items, including establishing a dog park, scheduling prairie maintenance mowing, and recognizing a Girl Scout troop with signage. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving updates on park repairs and community events.

• Discuss and take action on establishment and location of a Dog Park
• Discuss schedule for prairie maintenance mowing
• Discuss recognizing Girl Scout Troop 140128 with new signage at Hester Butterfly Garden
• Discuss and take action on OST formation, member structure, and directives referencing Resolution 2009-17
• Discuss and take action on Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness and proposed planting locations

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved recognizing Girl Scout Troop 140128 with new signage at Hester Butterfly Garden. They also confirmed prairie maintenance mowing for November and December, and discussed a potential dog park, including cost estimates and maintenance needs. No other formal votes were taken; most items were informational or discussion-only.

• Approved signage recognizing Girl Scout Troop 140128 at Hester Butterfly Garden (unanimous)
• Confirmed prairie maintenance mowing schedule for November and December
• Approved minutes of October 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss Home Rule City Governance. The session includes a presentation by consultant Ron Cox regarding communications, vision, mission, and roles and responsibilities.

• Presentation and discussion of Home Rule City Governance by Ron Cox

The City Council met for a presentation and discussion regarding Home Rule City Governance. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to consider appeals challenging questions on the October 1, 2022 Sergeant promotional exam and to approve the resulting eligibility list. The meeting includes public comments, a closed executive session for legal consultation, and routine business like setting future dates.

• Appeal by Daniel Kirby, Derrick Christensen, and Shannon Oubre to challenge Sergeant exam questions
• Action on eligibility list for Sergeant rank from October 1, 2022 exam
• Closed executive session for legal advice on exam challenges and related issues

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission unanimously ruled on five challenged questions from the October 1, 2022 Sergeant promotional exam: eliminating question 17, overruling questions 33 and 94, and sustaining questions 28, 97, and 99. The commission tabled approval of the Sergeant eligibility list. No closed executive session was held.

• Eliminated question 17 on the Sergeant promotional exam (unanimous)
• Sustained question 28 on the Sergeant promotional exam (unanimous)
• Overruled question 33 on the Sergeant promotional exam (unanimous)
• Overruled question 94 on the Sergeant promotional exam (unanimous)
• Sustained question 97 on the Sergeant promotional exam (unanimous)
• Sustained question 99 on the Sergeant promotional exam (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of the Sergeant eligibility list (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on four requests: a preliminary plat for Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial, two preliminary Planned Unit Developments (Seabrook Meadows and Highland Center Mixed Use), and a conditional use permit for a music venue at 2623 NASA Road 1. The public may speak for or against each item.

• Preliminary plat for Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial (19.54 acres, north of Repsdorph Road)
• Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Meadows, a 64-lot residential subdivision (16.504 acres, west of Todville Road)
• Preliminary PUD for Highland Center Mixed Use: 13-story, 238-unit apartment building, 5,200 sq ft retail/restaurant, 556 parking spaces (3805/3813 NASA Road)
• Conditional use permit for a music venue at 2623 NASA Road 1 (MMU zoning district, penalty up to $2,000 for violations)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three significant development requests: a 13-story mixed-use building at 3805/3813 NASA Road, a conditional use permit for a music venue at 2623 NASA Road 1, and a preliminary plat for the Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial project. The meeting also includes routine approval of past minutes and future agenda planning.

• Preliminary Planned Unit Development for 13-story, 238-unit Highland Center Mixed Use Development at 3805/3813 NASA Road
• Conditional Use Permit for Music Venue at 2623 NASA Road 1 with potential $2,000 fine for violations
• Preliminary Plat approval for Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial on 19.54 acres near Repsdorph Road and State Highway 146

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission approved the Preliminary PUD for Highland Center Mixed Use Development, a 13-story, 238-unit apartment building with retail/restaurant space and 556 parking spaces, by unanimous consent. The commission denied the Conditional Use Permit for a music venue at 2623 NASA Road 1, also by unanimous consent. The Preliminary Plat for Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial was approved unanimously.

• Approved Preliminary PUD for Highland Center Mixed Use Development (unanimous)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit for Music Venue at 2623 NASA Road 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance for a conditional use permit to allow a bar at 1805 First Street. They will also consider approving a $500,000 interlocal agreement with Harris County for Pine Gully Pier replacement, updates to the EMS/EOC design, and several other ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes consent items, new business, and closed executive sessions for legal matters.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2022-21 for a Conditional Use Permit for a bar at 1805 First Street
• Approval of Joint Participation Interlocal Agreement with Harris County for Pine Gully Pier Replacement, not to exceed $500,000
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-22 amending Short Term Rental Ordinance, extending permit deadline to January 1, 2023
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-23 updating Pressure Sewer System Requirements
• Approval of services agreement with Aramark for facility mats and Public Works uniforms (36 months, option to extend 12 months)

The Seabrook City Council approved a Joint Participation Interlocal Agreement with Harris County for the Pine Gully Pier Replacement, not to exceed $500,000. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a bar at 1805 First Street on first reading, along with several other ordinances and resolutions. No action was taken on the EMS/EOC design update.

• Approved $500,000 Pine Gully Pier Replacement agreement with Harris County (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-21 granting conditional use permit for bar at 1805 First Street (majority vote)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-22 extending short-term rental permit deadline to January 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-23 updating pressure sewer system requirements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-31 authorizing IPAWS access agreement with FEMA (unanimous)
• Approved ERCOT membership for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $220,000 for Carothers Coastal Gardens projects (unanimous)
• Approved 36-month Aramark services agreement for mats and uniforms (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for sign standards. The request involves prohibitions on signs advertising commercial operations within residential zoning districts. The board will also conduct oaths of office for new members and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for a sign variance at 1102 E. Meyer Avenue
• Oath of office for new Board of Adjustment Commission members
• Approval of September 12, 2022, BOA meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing Gale’s Feed Store to install a freestanding wooden sign in a residential zoning district. The business is a grandfathered use established in 1952. The board also swore in two new alternate members.

• Approved variance for Gale’s Feed Store sign (Unanimous)
• Swore in alternate board members Michael Bland and Glen Halbison
• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request for a sign that does not comply with the city's zoning ordinances. The applicant seeks an exception to allow a sign advertising commercial services in a residential zoning district.

• Variance request for nonconforming sign at 1102 E. Meyer Avenue
• Applicant: Charles L. Gale, Sr., 3601 N. Meyer Road
• Property located north of East Meyer Avenue, south of Bay Sky Way, east of North Meyer Avenue

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider a business development incentive agreement with Seabrook Marina for a natural gas line installation not to exceed $8,520. The board will also nominate a liaison to the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and select a Business-of-the-Year. Routine items include approving September meeting minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Business Development Incentive Agreement with Seabrook Marina, 1900 Seabrook Shipyard, for natural gas line up to $8,520
• Nomination of EDC Board Member as liaison to Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
• Nomination of Business-of-the-Year with one-year memberships to Seabrook Association and Clear Lake Chamber
• Approve minutes of September 9, 2022 regular meeting
• EDC Director's report on September 2022 economic development activities

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a business development agreement for a natural gas line installation. The board also nominated a 2022 Business-of-the-Year and tabled the nomination of a Chamber of Commerce liaison.

• Approved Business Development Incentive Agreement for Seabrook Marina natural gas line up to $8,520 (Unanimous)
• Nominated KIWO for 2022 Business-of-the-Year (Unanimous)
• Tabled nomination of EDC Board Member liaison to Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce (Unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee is meeting to discuss and act on park-related items, including a $220,000 project list for Carothers Coastal Gardens (East Tract) to recommend to City Council, a proposed shade structure, and a dead tree removal program. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and volunteer hour updates.

• Discuss and take action on prioritized project list for Carothers Coastal Gardens (East Tract) not to exceed $220,000
• Discuss and take action on proposed shade structure design and location for recommendation to City Council
• Discuss and take action on Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness and proposed planting locations
• Discuss and take action on Dead Tree program to identify dead trees for removal from City Parks and Trails
• Approve minutes of September 1, 2022 meeting

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved a prioritized list of 11 projects for the Carothers Coastal Gardens East Tract to be recommended to City Council. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 1, 2022 meeting.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for Carothers Coastal Gardens East Tract projects not to exceed $220,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved September 1, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to consider adopting the Comprehensive Master Plan 2040. The council will also review a bid award for wastewater SCADA system updates and a new agreement regarding flag maintenance.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-15 to adopt the Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan 2040
• Bid award to Hahn Equipment Company for wastewater SCADA system updates not to exceed $74,750
• License and Indemnity Agreement with Seabrook American Flag Initiative for flag management

City Council approved the Comprehensive Master Plan 2040 on second reading. The council also awarded a wastewater SCADA system contract and approved a flag initiative agreement.

• Adopted Ordinance 2022-15 'Adoption of the City of Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan 2040' (Unanimous)
• Approved bid award to Hahn Equipment Company for wastewater SCADA system not to exceed $74,750 (Unanimous)
• Approved License and Indemnity Agreement with Seabrook American Flag Initiative (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to consider approving eligibility lists for police promotions and new hires. The body will also take public comments and establish future meeting dates. No major policy decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Approve eligibility list for Police Officer – Entry Level from September 24, 2022 exams
• Approve eligibility list for Sergeant rank from October 1, 2022 written exam

The Commission approved the eligibility list for entry-level police officers based on exams from September 24, 2022. No action was taken on the Sergeant rank eligibility list due to submitted appeals.

• Approved Eligibility List for Police Officer - Entry Level (Unanimous)
• No action taken on Eligibility List for Rank of Sergeant

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY2022/23 budgets for the Crime Control and Prevention District, Economic Development Corporation, and city general/enterprise/special funds, as well as setting the property tax rate. The council will also vote on a bid for park restroom upgrades and other administrative items.

• Public hearings on FY2022/23 budgets for CCPD, EDC, and city funds
• Proposed tax rate of $0.476526 per $100 valuation (0.0871% decrease)
• Bid award to 123 Builders Company for Meador Park Restroom Upgrades, not to exceed $64,100
• First and final reading of ordinances adopting budgets for CCPD, EDC, and city funds
• First reading of ordinance modifying police civil service classification system

The City Council approved the FY 2022/2023 budgets for the City's General, Enterprise, and Special Funds, the Economic Development Corporation, and the Crime Control and Prevention District. Council also adopted a 2022 property tax rate of $0.476526 per $100 of valuation. Additionally, a contract for park restroom upgrades and a new investment policy were approved.

• Approved $64,100 contract with 123 Builders Company for Meador Park Restroom Upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-29 adopting the City's Investment Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022/2023 Crime Control and Prevention District Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022/2023 Economic Development Corporation Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022/2023 General, Enterprise, and Special Funds Budgets (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 property tax rate of $0.476526 per $100 valuation (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-20 to modify PD Civil Service Classification System (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-30 amending the City Purchasing Policy (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the first reading of the Comprehensive Master Plan 2040. Other items include updating the city's master fee schedule and authorizing an agreement with CenterPoint Energy for LED streetlight upgrades.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2022-15 (Comprehensive Master Plan 2040)
• Second and final reading of Ordinance 2022-14 (Master Fee Schedule Update)
• Renewal of Administrative Staffing Services Agreement with Seabrook EDC up to $288,942.00
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-19 (School Zone time update at Lakeside Drive)
• Agreement with CenterPoint Energy to upgrade streetlights to LED fixtures

City Council approved the Comprehensive Master Plan 2040 and updated the city's master fee schedule. The council also authorized a citywide streetlight upgrade to LED fixtures and appointed two alternates to the Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-15 adopting Comprehensive Master Plan 2040 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-14 updating Master Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved Administrative Staffing Services Agreement with Seabrook EDC up to $288,942.00 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Bland as primary alternate to Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Glen Halbison as secondary alternate to Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-19 updating school zone times at Lakeside Drive (Unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to enter agreement with CenterPoint Energy for citywide LED streetlight upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for fencing on the Northern border of Carothers Coastal Gardens (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2022, to discuss a request for a conditional use permit to establish a bar at 1805 First Street. The hearing is open to the public, and attendees may speak for or against the request. The commission will consider an ordinance that would grant the permit and set conditions, with a penalty of up to $2,000 for violations.

• Conditional use permit for a bar at 1805 First Street
• Ordinance amending Seabrook City Code, Appendix A, Article 13, Section 13.03
• Penalty not to exceed $2,000 for ordinance violations
• Public hearing at Seabrook City Hall, 1700 First Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to allow a bar at 1805 First Street. It will also consider extending the short-term rental permit deadline to January 1, 2023, and approve past meeting minutes and a director’s report.

• Conditional Use Permit for a bar at 1805 First Street
• Ordinance amendment to extend short-term rental permit deadline to January 1, 2023
• Approval of July 21, 2022 P&Z meeting minutes
• Director’s report on Planning & Zoning actions sent to City Council

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a bar named "Uno Mas" at 1805 First Street, with an amendment requiring parking bollards. The commission also unanimously voted to extend the short-term rental registration deadline to January 1, 2023, and approved the minutes from the July 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approved conditional use permit for a bar at 1805 First Street with parking bollards requirement (Unanimous)
• Approved extending short-term rental permit deadline to January 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the July 21, 2022 regular P&Z meeting (Unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:46 p.m.

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding variance requests for three residential properties. The requests concern side yard setback regulations for older subdivisions in the R-1 Single-Family Detached Residential District.

• Variance request for 3319 Todville Road
• Variance request for 3321 Todville Road
• Variance request for 3325 Todville Road
• Approval of July 25, 2022, BOA meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment denied requests from Robinson 2000 Real Estate LLC and applicant Michael Porterfield to reduce side yard setbacks from five feet to 2.5 feet. The variance would have allowed the construction of three townhomes, named 'Villas on the Bay,' on lots at 3319, 3321, and 3325 Todville Road. The board voted to deny the variance for all three properties after public comments raised concerns about traffic, density, and safety.

• Variance for 3319 Todville Road denied
• Variance for 3321 Todville Road denied
• Variance for 3325 Todville Road denied
• Minutes from July 25, 2022 meeting approved unanimously

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on September 12, 2022, to consider three variance requests from Robinson 2000 Real Estate LLC for properties on Todville Road. Each request seeks a reduction in the minimum side yard setback from five feet for lots in the R-1 Single-Family Detached Residential District. The public may attend and speak for or against the requests.

• Variance request for 3319 Todville Road (Lot 3, Bay Shore subdivision)
• Variance request for 3321 Todville Road (Lot 2, Bay Shore subdivision)
• Variance request for 3325 Todville Road (Lot 1, Bay Shore subdivision)
• All requests seek to reduce side yard setback from five feet for pre-1970 platted lots

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on its FY 2022-2023 budget, hear reports on economic development activities, and consider several contracts and incentives. The board will also discuss potential financial incentives for a business prospect in closed session and may take action afterward.

• Public hearing on FY 2022-2023 EDC budget
• Incentive request up to $8,520 for natural gas line at Seabrook Marina (1900 Seabrook Shipyard)
• Renew Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce contract up to $10,000, plus $2,000 for Christmas Boat Lane Parade sponsorship
• Renew Administrative Staffing Services Agreement up to $288,942 for FY 2022-2023
• Closed session on economic development incentives (Texas Gov't Code 551.087)

The Board approved a reimbursement incentive for a natural gas line installation at Seabrook Marina and renewed contracts for the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and administrative staffing services.

• Approved natural gas line reimbursement for Seabrook Marina not to exceed $8,520 (Unanimous)
• Approved Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce contract not to exceed $10,000 plus optional $2,000 parade sponsorship (Unanimous)
• Approved Administrative Staffing Services Agreement renewal not to exceed $288,942 (Unanimous)
• Approved August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on its proposed FY 2022/23 budget. The budget includes $966,823 in expenditures, with significant allocations for economic development projects and an incentive program, plus interfund transfers. The public can inspect the full budget at the finance office.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2022/23 EDC budget
• Economic development projects: $512,000
• Economic development incentive program: $200,000
• Advertising: $102,000 (no more than 10% of total revenues)
• Total expenditures: $966,823; total potential expenditure with transfers: $1,449,632

Master Plan Review Commission

The Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve final updates to the 2040 Comprehensive Master Plan before recommending it to the City Council. The meeting will also include routine approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.

• Vote on final updates to the 2040 Comprehensive Master Plan
• Approve minutes from the July 20, 2022 meeting

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider the FY 2022-23 budget and proposed tax rate, set public hearings for September 27, and vote on a one-year extension with Waste Management including a rate increase. They will also review a compensation study, update the master fee schedule, and discuss several other items.

• Ordinance 2022-13: Master Landscaping Plan for Miramar Shopping Center (2000-2100 block of SH 146) - final reading
• One-year extension with Waste Management for trash/recycling with rate increase starting Jan 1, 2023
• Engineering services with Cobb Fendley for Old SH 146 Water line Interconnect (CIP W16) - not to exceed $130,475
• Ordinance 2022-14: Update to Master Fee Schedule (EMS, contractor, permit, park, short-term rental fees)
• Proposed tax rate for FY 2022-23 and setting public hearings on budget and tax rate for Sept 27

City Council approved a proposed tax rate for FY 2022-23 and scheduled public hearings for September 27. The council also extended the waste management contract for one year and approved engineering services for a water line project.

• Approved proposed FY 2022-23 tax rate of .476526 per 100 valuation (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year extension with Waste Management for trash and recycling (Unanimous)
• Approved $130,475 for Cobb Fendley engineering and surveying for Old SH 146 Water line Interconnect (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-14 to update Master Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-13 Master Landscaping Plan for Miramar Shopping Center (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2022 Compensation Study (Unanimous)
• Decided Salute to Heroes event sponsorship will be on an individual basis via council stipends (Unanimous)
• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will discuss tree planting guidelines and proposed locations for trail shade structures. Members will also consider the Carothers Coastal Garden Master Plan proposal for recommendation to City Council.

• Discussion of tree planting guidelines
• Proposed locations for trail shade structures
• Carothers Coastal Garden Master Plan proposal
• Updates on Trail Tours event and berm trail grand opening
• Reports on Seabrook Park repairs, signage, and vegetation

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved the Carothers Coastal Garden Task Force findings and budget as the 2022 Master Plan. Members discussed potential locations for trail shade structures, but no vote was taken. Staff provided updates on park CIP prioritization and upcoming community events.

• Approved August 4, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July 18, 2022 joint meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Adopted Carothers Coastal Garden Task Force findings and budget as the 2022 Master Plan (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss new business and routine matters. The primary item for consideration is setting a date for a police entry exam, with September 24, 2022, proposed as the test date.

• Proposed police entry exam date of September 24, 2022

The Commission met to establish the date for an upcoming police recruitment test. The board unanimously approved the proposed date for the exam.

• Set September 24, 2022 as the date for a Police - Entry Level Exam (Unanimous)

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission will meet to discuss and consider updates to the city's Code of Ethics, review past meeting minutes, and set future meeting dates. The meeting is open to public comments and wheelchair accessible.

• Review of Article VI, 'Code of Ethics', Division 1 and 2 in the Seabrook Code of Ordinances for updates and amendments
• Approval of minutes from the July 6, 2022 Ethics Review Commission Meeting
• Establishment of future meeting dates and agenda items

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 16, 2022, to consider consent agenda items including a resolution approving an economic development incentive for a warehouse project, and new business items including a landscaping plan ordinance and an engineering task order. They will also discuss bond requirements for insurance proceeds, a plaque removal, and accounting for donations. The meeting includes public comments and routine updates.

• Resolution 2022-28: Approve EDC project designation and up to $50,000 for Transwestern warehouse at 5803 Old Highway 146
• Ordinance 2022-13: Master Landscaping Plan for Miramar Shopping Center (2000-2100 block of SH 146)
• Task Order 1 with Cobb Fendley for ARPA-funded Taylor Lake Water Line engineering, not to exceed $350,368
• Discussion on bond requirements for Carothers Coastal Gardens insurance proceeds
• Discussion on removal of plaque at Bay Area Veterans Memorial and accounting of Celebration Seabrook donations

City Council approved a contract for engineering services for the Taylor Lake Water Line and a landscaping plan for the Miramar Shopping Center. The council also authorized business incentives for a new warehouse construction project.

• Approved $350,368 for Cobb Fendley engineering services for CIP# W9 Taylor Lake Water Line (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-13 Master Landscaping Plan for Miramar Shopping Center on first reading (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 2022-28 for EDC expenditures up to $50,000 for warehouse construction at 5803 Old Highway 146 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 1 and August 2, 2022 meetings (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to research insurance proceeds grant for Carothers Coastal Gardens improvements
• Directed staff to verify plaque information at Bay Area Veterans Memorial with the veteran's family
• Directed staff to develop a donation policy for Celebration Seabrook donations

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider the proposed budget and goals for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The board will also vote on electing new officers and renewing several service contracts.

• Renewal of Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce contract up to $10,000
• Election of EDC Board officers for fiscal year 2022-2023
• Renewal of Administrative Staffing Services Agreement up to $288,942
• Discussion and action on proposed FY 2022-2023 EDC Budget
• Discussion and action on EDC Goals for fiscal year 2022-2023

The Board approved the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and economic development goals. A contract renewal for the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce was approved, while the Administrative Staffing Services Agreement was tabled.

• Approved Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce contract renewal for $10,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 optional funding for Christmas Boat Parade under Advertising account (Unanimous)
• Re-elected EDC Board officers for 2022-2023 and appointed Buddy Hammann as Council Representative (Unanimous)
• Tabled Administrative Staffing Services Agreement for $288,942 (Unanimous)
• Approved EDC goals for fiscal year 2022-2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 budget including $2,000 increase for Boat Parade (Unanimous)
• Approved July 14, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to consider setting October 1, 2022 as the date for a promotional exam to the rank of Sergeant. The agenda also includes public comments and routine business such as establishing future meeting dates.

• Set date for promotional exam to Sergeant, proposed October 1, 2022
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will consider several capital improvement project (CIP) items and park enhancements. Discussions include park security, trail extensions, and the Carothers Coastal Garden Master Plan.

• CIP P26 Enhance Bayside Park and Boardwalk examples
• Sidewalk at new Bayway development on Park Dr.
• Increasing Pine Gully park attendant hours and activating all park cameras
• Carothers Coastal Garden Master Plan
• Butterfly waystation proposal for American Heritage High School Level Award

The committee established a priority list for park capital improvement projects and recommended connecting Bayway Development's sidewalks to the Friendship Park trail system. Members also voted to recommend that the City work with Harris County to close a small parking area near Todville Bridge and Pine Gully Trail for safety. Monica Comeaux was appointed Chair and David Popken was appointed Vice Chair.

• Approved prioritization of park CIP: 1. SWJ New Sidewalk Main to El Mar, 2. SW2 New Trail OSV Subdivision to Main St., 3. P27 Pine Gully Pier Reconstruction, 4. P26 Bayside Park Acquisition of old WWTP Site, 5. Prairie Replanting Near Robinson Liftstation (Unanimous)
• Recommended staff add connecting Bayway Development's sidewalks to Friendship Park's trail system to the schedule (Unanimous)
• Recommended the City work with Harris County to close a small parking area near Todville Bridge and Pine Gully Trail head due to safety concerns (Unanimous)
• Appointed Monica Comeaux as Chair and David Popken as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the July 7, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council

This notice serves as a formal announcement of a possible quorum for several city groups. The meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2022, at the Seabrook Public Works Facility.

• Possible quorum for Seabrook City Council
• Possible quorum for Comprehensive Master Plan Committee
• Possible quorum for Planning and Zoning Commission
• Possible quorum for Seabrook Economic Development Corporation

Master Plan Review Commission

This is a notice of a possible quorum for a joint workshop of the Seabrook City Council, Comprehensive Master Plan Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Economic Development Corporation. The meeting is a working session to discuss the comprehensive master plan; no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Joint workshop of four city boards
• Location: Seabrook Public Works Facility, 1100 Red Bluff Road
• Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

This notice serves as a formal announcement of a possible quorum for several Seabrook city bodies. The meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2022, at the Seabrook Public Works Facility.

• Possible quorum for Seabrook City Council
• Possible quorum for Comprehensive Master Plan Committee
• Possible quorum for Planning and Zoning Commission
• Possible quorum for Seabrook Economic Development Corporation

Public Notice

This notice serves as a formal announcement for a possible quorum of several city groups. The meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2022, at the Seabrook Public Works Facility.

• Possible quorum of Seabrook City Council
• Possible quorum of Comprehensive Master Plan Committee
• Possible quorum of Planning and Zoning Commission
• Possible quorum of Seabrook Economic Development Corporation

Economic Development Corporation

This is a notice of a possible quorum for a joint workshop of the Seabrook City Council, Comprehensive Master Plan Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Economic Development Corporation. The meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2022, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Public Works Facility. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific action items or decisions.

• Joint workshop of four city boards and committees
• Meeting at 1100 Red Bluff Road, Seabrook, Texas
• Posted July 29, 2022, per Open Meetings Act

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider several action items, including a bid award for a wastewater SCADA system, a resolution for an economic development incentive for a warehouse, a request to increase municipal judge pay, and appointments to interview panels. They will also hear a post-event report on Yachty Gras and a presentation on video streaming options.

• Bid award to Hahn Equipment Company for SCADA system, not to exceed $74,750
• Resolution 2022-28: EDC project designation and $50,000 incentive for warehouse at 5803 Old Highway 146
• Request to increase municipal judge hourly rate from $150 to $200
• Nine-month extension request for Retail at the Commons project completion to May 18, 2023
• Appointments of councilmembers to interview panels for various boards and commissions

City Council approved a contract for wastewater SCADA system updates and increased the hourly rate for municipal judges. The council also authorized a bid process for upgrading City Council Chamber streaming equipment and approved a project extension for Retail at the Commons.

• Approved $74,750 bid award to Hahn Equipment Company for wastewater SCADA system (Unanimous)
• Approved increasing Municipal Judges' hourly rate from $150 to $200 (Unanimous)
• Approved nine-month project completion extension for WMF Investments 'Retail at the Commons' to May 18, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Resolution 2022-28 for EDC expenditures up to $50,000 for warehouse promotion at 5803 Old Highway 146 (Unanimous)
• Approved amended Resolution 2022-27 for Apache Tree Grant application (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to publish bid for City Council Chamber recording and streaming equipment upgrades (Unanimous)
• Denied motion to table video streaming options (5-2)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss legal issues related to the Bay Area Veterans Memorial and to evaluate the duties of Councilmember Joe Machol. These discussions will occur in closed executive session, with possible action taken in open session afterward.

• Closed session to consult attorney on legal issues related to Bay Area Veterans Memorial
• Closed session to deliberate evaluation and duties of Joe Machol, At Large Councilmember Position 6

The City Council met in a special session to discuss legal issues regarding the Bay Area Veterans Memorial and a personnel evaluation. No actions were taken during the executive sessions or the open session.

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget, including operations, special funds, capital improvements, and debt service. They may also consider and take action on a proposed tax rate and schedule future work sessions. Additionally, the council will allocate Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) funds for events in FY 2022/2023, with several funding requests from local organizations.

• Review and discuss FY 2022/2023 budget for Operations, Special Funds, Capital Improvements, and debt service
• Consider and take action on proposed tax rate
• Allocate HOT funds for FY 2022/2023 events
• Funding requests from Bay Access Sailing Programs, Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theater, Gulf Coast Film Festival, JFest Southwest, Keels and Wheels Concours D'Elegance, Seabrook Lucky Trails, Seabrook Saltwater Derby, Texas Outlaw Challenge, Yachty Gras Boat Parade

The City Council met in a special budget workshop to discuss the FY 2022/2023 budget and Hotel Occupancy Tax sponsorships. City Manager Gayle Cook provided updates on the Park Improvement Fund and staff recommendations for future budgets. Director of Public Affairs LeaAnn Petersen presented on HOT funding compliance, but no specific allocations were approved or denied. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions being recorded.

• Budget workshop held for FY 2022/2023 operations and capital improvements
• City Manager updated Council on Park Improvement Fund status
• HOT sponsorship compliance requirements presented by Public Affairs Director
• Meeting adjourned with no votes or approvals recorded

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget for operations, special funds, and capital improvements. The council will also consider a proposed tax rate and discuss a proposal for an American Flag Program involving city right-of-way use.

• Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget review and discussion
• Consideration of a proposed tax rate
• Discussion of American Flag Program proposal and city right-of-way use

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2023 budget, including revenue projections and capital improvements. The session focused on a proposed no-new-revenue tax rate and the financial impact of a compensation study. No final votes were recorded during this workshop.

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider actions on multiple requests for zoning variances. These requests involve yard definitions and side yard setbacks for properties in the Clear Creek Business Park and Bay Shore subdivision.

• Public hearing for yard definition variance at 2650 Bayport Boulevard
• Public hearing for side yard setback variances at 3319 Todville Road
• Public hearing for side yard setback variances at 3321 Todville Road
• Public hearing for side yard setback variances at 3325 Todville Road
• Approval of June 13, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing a proposed Jack in the Box to orient its side façade toward the front property line to improve drive-thru traffic flow. Several other variance requests regarding side yard setbacks were pulled from the agenda.

• Approved variance for 2650 Bayport Boulevard to reconfigure building orientation (4-0)
• Approved June 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Pulled variance request for 3319 Todville Road
• Pulled variance request for 3321 Todville Road
• Pulled variance request for 3325 Todville Road

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on July 25, 2022, to consider four variance requests. Three requests seek side yard setback variances for properties on Todville Road, and one seeks a variance related to yard definitions for a property on Bayport Boulevard. The hearing is open to the public, and attendees may speak for or against the requests.

• Variance request for 2650 Bayport Boulevard (Lot 2, Block 1, Clear Creek Business Park) regarding yard definitions
• Variance request for 3319 Todville Road (Lot 3, Bay Shore) for side yard setback
• Variance request for 3321 Todville Road (Lot 2, Bay Shore) for side yard setback
• Variance request for 3325 Todville Road (Lot 1, Bay Shore) for side yard setback

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving the final plat for Lake Mija Village, Section 3, which would create 54 single-family lots on 13.68 acres. The commission will also review a master landscaping plan for the Miramar Shopping Center on Highway 146. Routine items include approving minutes from prior meetings and receiving status reports from the planning director.

• Final plat for Lake Mija Village, Section 3: 54 lots, 1 block, 1 reserve on 13.6789 acres
• Public hearing on the Lake Mija Village final plat
• Master Landscaping Plan for 2000–2100 Highway 146 (Miramar Shopping Center)
• Approve minutes from June 16, 2022 regular meeting and June 20, 2022 joint meeting
• Status updates on city projects and actions sent to City Council

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a final plat to create 54 single-family lots at Lake Mija Village. The commission also approved a Master Landscaping Plan for the Miramar Shopping Center. Previous meeting minutes from June 16 and June 20, 2022, were approved.

• Approved Final Plat of Lake Mija Village, Section 3 for 54 lots (Unanimous)
• Approved Master Landscaping Plan for 2000—2100 Highway 146/Miramar Shopping Center (Unanimous)
• Approved June 16, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2022 joint meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve the final plat for Lake Mija Village, Section 3, which would create 54 single-family lots on 13.68 acres. The applicant is Charles Anders, and the owner is Sunrise Property Partners. The property is located north of Lake Mija Court, west of Park Drive, and south of Red Bluff Road.

• Final Plat approval for Lake Mija Village, Section 3 (54 single-family lots)
• Property located north of Lake Mija Court, west of Park Drive, south of Red Bluff Road
• Applicant: Charles Anders, Owner: Sunrise Property Partners

Master Plan Review Commission

The Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission will meet to discuss, consider, and possibly act on reviewing and updating the Comprehensive Master Plan. The agenda also includes approving minutes from prior meetings and setting future agenda items and dates. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Discussion and possible action on Comprehensive Master Plan review and update
• Approve minutes from June 8, 2022 meeting
• Approve minutes from June 20, 2022 joint meeting
• Establish future agenda items and meeting dates

The Commission received a project update from Freese & Nichols, including survey results and the Red Bluff Subdistrict Map. The body approved minutes from two previous meetings. No formal actions were taken on the Master Plan recommendations during this session.

• Approved June 8, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2022 joint meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider a budget amendment adding $729,491 for general and CIP funds, appoint a Mayor Pro Tem and board liaisons, and discuss a compensation study and live-streaming meetings. The agenda also includes a key to the city presentation and a grant application for trees.

• Ordinance 2022-12: budget amendment adding $729,491 for general and CIP funds
• Resolution 2022-27: application for Apache Foundation Tree Grant
• Appointment of Ed Klein to Planning & Zoning Commission (term to Jan 1, 2025)
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem for 2022/2023
• Discussion on live streaming City Council meetings

The meeting consisted of status updates on road expansions, wastewater plant construction, and drainage improvements. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded in the provided text.

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook City Council and Open Space & Trails Committee will hold a joint workshop to discuss strategic priorities, focusing on the draft FY 23 Capital Improvements Plan, the Open Space & Parks Master Plan 2020, and the Open Space & Parks Work Plan. They may take action on items discussed. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Joint workshop on draft FY 23 Capital Improvements Plan (parks section)
• Review of Open Space & Parks Master Plan 2020
• Review of current Open Space & Trails Work Plan
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook City Council and Open Space and Trails Committee met in a special joint workshop on July 18, 2022. No formal decisions were made; the bodies discussed a fence at Carothers Coastal Gardens, a possible Memorandum of Understanding with the Community Garden 501(c)(3), CIP project priorities, parking near Pine Gully Bridge, prairie replanting, land acquisition near Hester Garden, and covered trail structures. Staff was directed to gather fence estimates and the committee was asked to prioritize projects for Council consideration.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was a workshop
• Agreed Rhonda Thompson and Jesse Jones would draft a Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Community Garden 501(c)(3) for staff input and Council approval
• Recommended moving SW1 (New Sidewalk Main to El Mar) and SW2 (New trails from OSV Subdivision to Main Street) up in priority on the five-year CIP Plan
• Recommended that a parking lot NOT be built near Pine Gully Bridge
• Recommended prairie replanting near the Robinson Lift Station after the lift station project is completed
• Recommended acquiring a portion of land for sale near Hester Garden for additional parking, but the property owner confirmed the price is nonnegotiable and will not sell portions
• Recommended covered structures along sunny trails with back-to-back benches along Robinson and the gully
• Mayor Kolupski asked the Open Space and Trails Committee to prioritize current projects for Council determination on CIP and funding

City Council

The Seabrook City Council and Open Space & Trails Committee will hold a joint workshop to discuss strategic priorities, focusing on the draft FY 23 Capital Improvements Plan, the Open Space & Parks Master Plan 2020, and the Open Space & Parks Work Plan. They may take action on items discussed. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Joint workshop on draft FY 23 Capital Improvements Plan (parks section)
• Review of Open Space & Parks Master Plan 2020
• Review of current Open Space & Trails Work Plan
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook City Council and Open Space and Trails Committee held a special joint workshop on July 18, 2022 to discuss strategic priorities, including the draft FY23 Capital Improvements Plan and the Open Space & Parks Master Plan 2020. Members discussed a fence at Carothers Coastal Gardens, a possible Memorandum of Understanding with the Community Garden 501(c)(3), reordering sidewalk and trail projects on the five-year CIP, and a recommendation against a parking lot near Pine Gully Bridge. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded; the meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; workshop discussion only
• Agreed Rhonda Thompson and Jesse Jones would draft an MOU between the City and the Community Garden 501(c)(3) for staff input and Council approval
• Open Space Member John Coggeshall recommended moving SW1 (New Sidewalk Main to El Mar) and SW2 (New trails from OSV Subdivision to Main Street) up in priority on the five-year CIP Plan
• Open Space and Trails Committee recommended a parking lot NOT be built near Pine Gully Bridge
• Recommended prairie replanting near the Robinson Lift Station after the lift station project is completed
• Recommended acquiring a portion of land for sale near Hester Garden for additional parking; City Manager Gayle Cook noted the owner's price is nonnegotiable and will not sell portions
• Recommended covered structures along sunny trails with back-to-back benches along Robinson and the gully
• Mayor Kolupski asked the committee to prioritize current projects so Council can determine CIP priority and funding

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss economic development activities and consider several business incentives, including a $50,000 incentive for the Bayport 146 Distribution Center and a nine-month extension for the Retail at the Commons project. They will also set goals for the next fiscal year and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Consider $50,000 incentive for TDC Bayport GP (Transwestern) at 5803 Old Highway 146
• Consider 9-month extension for WMF Investments' Retail at the Commons (to May 18, 2023)
• Discuss EDC goals for FY 2022-2023
• Approve minutes from May 12 and June 20, 2022 meetings

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a nine-month extension for WMF Investments' 'Retail at the Commons' project, moving the completion date from August 18, 2022 to May 18, 2023. The board also approved a Business Development Incentive Agreement with TDC Bayport GP, L.P. (Transwestern Development Company) for the Bayport 146 Distribution Center, not to exceed $50,000. Both motions carried by unanimous consent. The board discussed EDC goals for FY2022-2023 and approved minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved Addendum 2022-1: nine-month extension for WMF Investments 'Retail at the Commons' completion to May 18, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Business Development Incentive Agreement with TDC Bayport GP, L.P. for Bayport 146 Distribution Center, up to $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 20, 2022 joint meeting (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for August 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and consider a proposed butterfly waystation at Baybrook Park, along with updates on park maintenance and volunteer efforts. The agenda includes a presentation on a monarch waystation award application, approval of previous meeting minutes, and reports from staff and committee members on park items.

• Consider proposed Baybrook Park butterfly waystation
• Update on monarch waystation for American Heritage High School Level Award
• Approve minutes of June 6, 2022 meeting
• Report on park repairs, signage, plants, and vegetation
• Status report on committee recommendations to City Council

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved its June 6, 2022 minutes by unanimous consent and voted to have Abbey Hill return with a budget and project plan for a proposed butterfly waystation at Baybrook Park. The committee also discussed park maintenance, a book exchange partnership, and set a July 18 joint workshop with City Council plus an August 7 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded; Attachment A lists 19 items forwarded to City Council, all marked PENDING.

• Approved June 6, 2022 Open Space and Trails Committee minutes (unanimous consent)
• Directed Abbey Hill to return with butterfly waystation budget and project plan, including measurement details, for committee review
• Scheduled July 18, 2022 City Council and Open Space & Trails joint workshop at 5 PM
• Set August 7, 2022 committee meeting at 5 PM with agenda items: final butterfly waystation proposal and selection of Chair and Vice Chair

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission will meet to review proposed updates to the city’s ethics code, including Article VI, Divisions 1 and 2. The commission will also approve past meeting minutes and set future meeting dates.

• Review of Article VI, 'Code of Ethics', Divisions 1 and 2 for updates and amendments
• Approval of minutes from the June 13, 2022 Ethics Review Commission meeting
• Establishment of future meeting dates and agenda items

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider awarding a $65,580 contract for sidewalk and drainage improvements, approve a $1 million economic development project for Old Seabrook, and discuss several resolutions including stormwater detention standards and a police grant. The agenda also includes routine updates and a closed session to evaluate a council member.

• Award contract to LAC Services, Inc. for North Meyer Sidewalk and Drainage Improvements, not to exceed $65,580
• Approve Resolution 2022-22 authorizing up to $1,000,000 for Old Seabrook Livable Center Phase 1 (street, sidewalk, parking, utility improvements)
• Adopt Resolution 2022-24 amending storm water detention requirements per Harris County Flood Control District design manual
• Authorize application for Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Auxiliary Grant
• Approve DataVox, Inc. phone system purchase and installation for $53,664.72

The Seabrook City Council approved a sidewalk and drainage project contract with LAC Services, Inc. and passed resolutions amending storm water detention requirements and authorizing a police grant application. Council also approved a new phone system agreement with DataVox, Inc. and a resolution for the Old Seabrook Livable Center project. A discussion was held regarding fencing at Carothers Coastal Gardens, but no final action was recorded on that item.

• Awarded bid and approved contract to LAC Services, Inc. for North Meyer Sidewalk and Drainage Improvements Project (CIP D15) not to exceed $65,580.00 (unanimous)
• Approved on second and final reading Resolution 2022-22 for SEDC Project 'Old Seabrook Livable Center - Phase 1' not to exceed $1,000,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-24 amending subdivision design standards for storm water detention requirements and materials (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-25 authorizing submission of a Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Auxiliary Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with DataVox, Inc. for purchase and installation of a new phone system (CIP IT4) not to exceed $53,664.72 (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special meeting to consider extending its depository banking agreement with Wells Fargo through June 30, 2023, and to review the proposed FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) projects. The CIP presentation is for discussion and possible action. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Consider extension of Wells Fargo Bank depository banking agreement until June 30, 2023
• Presentation and review of FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) projects
• Public comments (max 4 minutes per speaker)

The Seabrook City Council met in special session on June 28, 2022. Members discussed extending the city's depository banking agreement with Wells Fargo Bank through June 30, 2023, and received a presentation on FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvements Program projects covering water, wastewater, drainage, sidewalk and sewer work. The minutes record no motions, votes, or approvals on either item; the meeting was adjourned at 8:21 p.m.

• No decisions recorded — depository banking extension with Wells Fargo discussed only
• No decisions recorded — FY 2022-2023 CIP presentation reviewed and discussed only
• Meeting adjourned at 8:21 p.m.

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Seabrook City Council at a Hurricane Preparedness Workshop, not a regular meeting. No official decisions or discussions are scheduled; the council may be present for the workshop.

• Hurricane Preparedness Workshop on June 25, 2022, 9:30am–12:00pm
• Location: Seabrook Public Works Training Room, 1100 Red Bluff Road

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee of Seabrook, Texas, is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider the park-related Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and to establish future meeting dates and agenda items. The agenda includes public comments and routine business, but no specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discuss and consider park-related CIP
• CIP presentation
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Open Space and Trails Committee met June 22, 2022 and voted on which park-related Capital Improvement Projects to recommend for scoping in the FY23 CIP. The committee recommended ten projects, including playground replacement, sidewalks, Carothers tract trails, Pine Gully Pier rebuild, and acquisition of the Old WWTP site. It voted down three proposals: the P25 Pump Track course, P26 Bayside Park & Boardwalk enhancements, and the Todville trailhead parking. The recommendations go to City Council; the committee itself does not fund or approve construction.

• Recommended CIP P17 Playground Friendship (replace aged playground equipment) for FY23 CIP (7-0)
• Recommended CIP P18 Trailhead Old SH146 (entrance signage, parking) for FY23 CIP (7-0)
• Recommended CIP SW1 N Meyer Sidewalk, Main to El Mar for FY23 CIP (7-0)
• Recommended CIP SW2 Main St to OSV Subdivision Sidewalk for FY23 CIP (7-0)
• Recommended CIP SW3 Trail from City Hall to Ashley Oak Sub for FY23 CIP (7-0)
• Recommended CIP P19 Carothers Orchards Phase 2, P20 Carothers East Tract Trail, P23 Carothers West Tract Trail, P21 Carothers Waterfront Observation Deck, P22 Carothers Learning Center, P27 Pine Gully Pier, Old WWTP site acquisition, Carothers Waterfront breakwater, Carothers Coastal Gardens budget estimate, prairie replanting at Robinson lift station, and Hester Gardens neighboring property acquisition for FY23 CIP
• Denied P25 Pump Track course for FY23 CIP (7-0)
• Denied P26 Bayside Park & Boardwalk and Trailhead Todville parking for FY23 CIP (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will canvass the results of the June 11 runoff election and swear in a new council member. The meeting also includes discussions on economic development funding, police grant matching, and employee benefit renewals.

• Canvass of the June 11, 2022, City of Seabrook Runoff Election
• Resolution 2022-22 for Old Seabrook Livable Center project up to $1,000,000
• Police Department request for $4,000 matching funds for Flock Safety grant
• Renewal of Interlocal Agreement with League City for breath alcohol services
• Renewal of BlueCross BlueShield and Aetna employee benefit agreements

The June 21, 2022 City Council update is a project status report, not minutes of decisions. It lists construction timelines and progress for the Red Bluff Expansion, SH 146 Expansion, Berm Trail, wastewater plant, Baybrook and Seascape drainage, a Centerpoint substation study, and industrial noise mitigation. No votes, approvals, denials, or dollar amounts are recorded in the supplied document.

Master Plan Review Commission

The Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission, City Council, Economic Development Corporation, and Planning and Zoning Commission will meet jointly to review and discuss updates to the Comprehensive Master Plan. The agenda includes public comments and a workshop session, with no specific action items listed.

• Joint workshop to review and discuss Comprehensive Master Plan updates
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Meeting at Public Works Building, 1100 Red Bluff Road

The Seabrook City Council, Economic Development Corporation, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission held a joint workshop to review updates to the Comprehensive Master Plan. Freese & Nichols presented existing conditions, future land use maps, planning area descriptions, and recommendations. Following discussion, the boards reached a mutual consensus that Option 2 for the North Planning Area was the preferred option.

• Reached board consensus supporting Option 2 for the North Planning Area

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving a partial re-plat of two lots at 901 Grunewald Avenue to re-orient them to front Fifth Street instead of Grunewald Avenue. They will also discuss the North Planning Area and properties south of Red Bluff Road, including zoning, development inventory, grandfathered uses, drainage, and FEMA flood map impacts. Routine items include approving minutes and receiving director reports.

• Public hearing and action on partial re-plat of 901 Grunewald, Lots 6 & 7 Block 53
• Discussion of North Planning Area and properties south of Red Bluff Road
• Examination of existing zoning districts and grandfathered uses
• Information on drainage and FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map impacts
• Approval of April 21 and May 19, 2022 P&Z minutes

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission approved a partial replat of Lots 6 and 7, Block 53 at 901 Grunewald, re-orienting two lots to front Fifth Street instead of Grunewald Avenue. Staff found the replat compliant with city subdivision and zoning ordinances and recommended approval. The Commission also discussed the North Planning Area and properties south of Red Bluff Road, and approved minutes from its April 21 and May 19 meetings. A joint workshop with City Council, Economic Development, and the Comprehensive Master Plan was announced for June 20.

• Approved partial replat of 901 Grunewald, Lots 6 & 7 Block 53 (unanimous consent)
• Approved minutes from the April 21, 2022 Regular P&Z meeting (unanimous consent)
• Approved minutes from the May 19, 2022 Regular P&Z meeting (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned the June 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous consent)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 16, 2022, to consider three replat requests. Two requests involve splitting properties in the Ritson Morris Survey into four lots, one block, and one reserve each. A third request seeks to reorient two lots at 901 Grunewald to front Fifth Street instead of Grunewald Avenue. The hearing is open to the public, and attendees may speak for or against the requests.

• Partial re-plat of 901 Grunewald (Lots 6 & 7, Block 53) to reorient lots to front Fifth Street
• Replat of Lot 8, Ritson Morris Survey (6.008 acres) to create 4 lots, 1 block, 1 reserve
• Replat of Lot 7, Ritson Morris Survey (7.597 acres) to create 4 lots, 1 block, 1 reserve
• Applicant for both Ritson Morris replats: Hind Saad, 13501 Katy Freeway, Houston
• Owner for both Ritson Morris replats: Starship Conroe, 925 Marina Bay Drive, Kemah

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings and consider three variance requests: one to allow crushed decomposed granite parking at 3010 Todville Road, one to reduce the 30-foot front yard setback at 3018 Bayport Blvd, and one to reduce the waterfront setback at 2949 N. Island Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the April 11, 2022 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Variance for parking surface at 3010 Todville Road (Alex Grous)
• Variance for front yard setback at 3018 Bayport Blvd (BDT Seabrook Property LLC)
• Variance for water-abutting yard setback at 2949 N. Island Drive (Tyler Salazar / Erin and David Graglia)
• Approve minutes from April 11, 2022 BOA meeting

The Board of Adjustment approved three separate variance requests regarding driveway materials, front yard setbacks, and waterfront setbacks. The board also approved the minutes from the April 11, 2022 meeting.

• Approved variance for crushed limestone driveway at 3010 Todville Road (5-0)
• Approved 3.2-foot front setback encroachment at 3018 Bayport Blvd (5-0)
• Approved waterfront setback encroachment for patio at 2949 N. Island Drive (5-0)
• Approved April 11, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission will meet to administer oaths to new members, review the city's Code of Ethics for potential updates, approve prior meeting minutes, and set future meeting dates. The agenda is largely routine, with the main substantive item being the review of the ethics code.

• Administer Oath(s) of Office to new Commission Member(s)
• Review of Article VI, 'Code of Ethics', Division 1 and Division 2 for updates and amendments
• Approve minutes of March 2, 2022 meeting
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will meet on June 13, 2022, to discuss three specific requests for variances to the city's zoning ordinances. These requests involve waterfront setbacks, parking surface materials, and commercial front yard setbacks.

• Variance request for waterfront setback at 2949 N. Island Drive
• Variance request for parking surface standards at 3010 Todville Road
• Variance request for a 30-foot front yard setback at 3018 Bayport Blvd

Master Plan Review Commission

The Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission will meet to discuss, consider, and possibly act on reviewing and updating the city's Comprehensive Master Plan. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes and setting future agenda items and dates. Public comments are allowed, limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Discussion and possible action on review and update of the Comprehensive Master Plan
• Approve minutes from May 11, 2022 meeting
• Establish future agenda items and meeting dates

The Commission received a project update and presentation from Freese & Nichols regarding the Comprehensive Master Plan, including land use maps and planning area recommendations. The commission approved the minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting.

• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider several significant items, including a $1 million economic development project for the Old Seabrook Livable Center, multiple FEMA grant applications for generators and pier repairs, and a contract for SH 146 beautification design. They will also vote on ordinances for impact fees and an axe throwing venue, and approve routine items like a no-wake zone resolution and contract extensions.

• Bid award to Clark Condon for SH 146 Beautification design, not to exceed $191,800
• Ordinance 2022-09 amending impact fees for new construction
• Ordinance 2022-10 granting conditional use permit for axe throwing venue at 1002 N. Meyer Ave
• Five FEMA grant applications for generators and Pine Gully Pier, totaling over $3 million in grant funds
• Contract with Celerity Engineering for Pine Gully Pier design, not to exceed $179,998.20

Seabrook City Council approved a bid award and agreement with Clark Condon for design services for the SH 146 Beautification Green Ribbon Project, not to exceed $191,800, described in the minutes as unbudgeted and requiring a budget amendment. Council also approved an Old Seabrook Livable Center Phase I economic development project not to exceed $1,000,000, and passed several resolutions authorizing FEMA hazard mitigation grant applications for generators and the Pine Gully Pier. Consent agenda items included impact fee amendments, a conditional use permit for an axe throwing venue at 1002 N. Meyer Avenue, Suite A, and a no wake zone for the Texas Outlaw Challenge 2022. The minutes do not record vote tallies for these actions.

• Approved bid award and agreement with Clark Condon for SH 146 Beautification design services, not to exceed $191,800
• Approved Old Seabrook Livable Center Phase I economic development project, not to exceed $1,000,000
• Approved Resolution 2022-15 authorizing FEMA grant application for Seabrook Fire Station Generator, estimated $231,500 in grant funds with $23,150 city commitment
• Approved Resolution 2022-16 authorizing FEMA grant application for Pine Gully Pier, estimated $2,057,618 in grant funds with $205,762 city commitment
• Approved Resolution 2022-18 authorizing FEMA grant application for EOC/Police Department Generator, estimated $253,500 in grant funds with $25,350 city commitment
• Approved Resolution 2022-19 authorizing FEMA grant application for Community Shelter Generator, estimated $234,600 in grant funds with $23,460 city commitment
• Approved Resolution 2022-20 authorizing FEMA grant application for Sewer System Portable Generators, estimated $314,625 in grant funds with $31,462.50 city commitment
• Approved contract with Celerity Engineering for Pine Gully Pier structural engineering, not to exceed $179,998.20

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss new business regarding police recruitment. The primary item involves reviewing the eligibility list for entry-level police officers following exams held on June 4, 2022.

• Approval of Police Officer – Entry Level Eligibility List

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will discuss the Carothers Coastal Gardens timeline and a potential new trail opening event. The meeting also includes updates on Seabrook Park repairs, signage, and vegetation.

• Carothers Coastal Gardens timeline discussion
• New trail opening event consideration
• Open Space and Trails Committee By-Laws discussion
• Seabrook Park repairs and maintenance updates
• Approval of May 5, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee approved the May 5 meeting minutes and agreed to prepare an updated budget and timeline for Phase 2 of the Carothers Coastal Gardens project for City Council submission. Members also discussed a future trail opening event and various park maintenance needs.

• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Agreed to submit updated Carothers Coastal Garden budget and timeline to City Council (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss the North Planning Area south of Red Bluff Road, including existing zoning, available properties, grandfathered uses, drainage, and FEMA flood map impacts. The body will also approve prior meeting minutes, receive project status updates, and set future agenda items.

• Review North Planning Area zoning and development potential south of Red Bluff Road
• Approve minutes from April 21, 2022 P&Z meeting
• Receive status update on City projects from Planning Director
• Receive report on P&Z actions sent to City Council
• Establish future agenda items and meeting dates

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission met on May 19, 2022 and approved the minutes of its April 21, 2022 regular meeting, amended to note that one staff person be TABC certified onsite for the motion on item 3.4 regarding Axe Throwing. The commission held a discussion on the North Planning Area and properties south of Red Bluff Road, covering zoning districts, drainage, and FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps, as preparation for a June 20 joint meeting with the Comprehensive Master Plan Committee, City Council, and Economic Development Corporation. Director Sean Landis gave brief status reports on city projects and on actions sent to City Council. No zoning or land-use decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:36 p.m.

• Approved April 21, 2022 P&Z minutes as amended to include one staff person TABC certified onsite for the Axe Throwing motion (unanimous consent)
• Set June 16 regular P&Z meeting to add North Planning Area agenda item
• Noted June 20 Joint Workshop Meeting
• Adjourned the May 19, 2022 meeting (motion by Guy Rodgers, seconded by Scott Reynolds)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 19, 2022, to discuss a request for a partial re-plat of 901 Grunewald Avenue (Lots 6 & 7, Block 53) to create two single-family lots. The public may speak for or against the request.

• Partial re-plat of 901 Grunewald, Lots 6 & 7, Block 53, Town of Seabrook
• Purpose: create two single-family lots
• Applicant: Matthew Sigmon, 2205 San Felipe Street, Houston, TX
• Owner: Hank Kidd, P.O. Box 353, Seabrook, TX
• Location: west of Grunewald Avenue, north of Fifth Street

City Council

The supplied document is a City Council update packet dated May 17, 2022, combining a November 2021 water and wastewater capital improvements plan and impact fee study with status updates on various capital projects. The study recommends maximum impact fees of $2,910 per water EDU and $2,813 per wastewater EDU, and states the City has adopted impact fees as outlined in its Exhibit 7-1. The packet also reports construction progress on projects including the wastewater plant, berm trail, drainage work, and a Pine Gully Pier rebuild listed for a 5/17/22 bid award. The document does not record any council votes or motions.

• No council votes or motions are recorded in the supplied document
• Impact fee study recommends maximum water impact fee of $2,910 per EDU
• Impact fee study recommends maximum wastewater impact fee of $2,813 per EDU
• Study states City completed Chapter 395 approval process and adopted impact fees (Exhibit 7-1)
• Pine Gully Pier rebuild listed for bid award on 5/17/22 agenda
• Pine Gully Pier design contract listed on 6/7/22 agenda

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation met May 12, 2022 and approved the minutes of its April 14, 2022 regular meeting by unanimous consent. A public hearing was held on a notice of project for the Old Seabrook Livable Center — Phase 1, proposing up to $1,000,000 in SEDC sales tax revenue to assist redevelopment of "Old Seabrook"; no public comments were made. A request to fund a Co Presenting Sponsorship for Celebration Seabrook (up to $10,000, a budgeted item) required no action and was referred to the 2022-2023 budget discussion. The board also received the EDC Director's April 2022 report, an annual update from Retail Strategies, and set the next meeting for June 9, 2022, with a joint workshop on June 20, 2022.

• Approved minutes of the April 14, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous consent)
• Held public hearing on Old Seabrook Livable Center Phase 1 notice of project, up to $1,000,000 in SEDC sales tax revenue (no public comments)
• No action required on $10,000 Co Presenting Sponsorship for Celebration Seabrook; referred to 2022-2023 budget
• Set next meeting for June 9, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
• Set joint workshop meeting for June 20, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
• Adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

Master Plan Review Commission

The Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission met on May 11, 2022. Freese & Nichols gave a presentation on the Comprehensive Master Plan update covering schedule, zoning basics, existing conditions, other planning efforts, and future land use for six planning areas. The commission approved the minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting by unanimous consent. No other substantive decisions were made; the next meeting is June 8, 2022 at 6:00 pm.

• Approved minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous consent)
• Set next meeting for June 8, 2022 at 6:00 pm

Civil Service Commission

The Commission administered the oath of office to Commissioner Kylie Wilson. Members elected Byron Hassen as Chair and Kylie Wilson as Vice Chair. Additionally, the Commission set June 4, 2022, as the date for the entry-level police examination.

• Administered oath of office to Kylie Wilson
• Elected Byron Hassen as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Kylie Wilson as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Set June 4, 2022, for police entry-level exam (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee met on May 5, 2022 and approved the April 7, 2022 minutes by unanimous consent. It gave full support, pending location details, to a proposed monarch butterfly waystation submitted for an American Heritage High School Level award. The committee voted unanimously to move discussion of its by-laws to the next meeting, and received a City Manager presentation on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) covering current and proposed park projects for committee input before recommendations go to City Council. No CIP projects were approved or denied at this meeting.

• Approved April 7, 2022 Open Space and Trails Committee minutes (unanimous consent)
• Gave full support to a proposed monarch butterfly waystation for an American Heritage High School Level award, pending location details
• Moved discussion of Open Space and Trails Committee by-laws to the next meeting (unanimous consent)
• Set next meeting tentatively for June 2, 2022 at 5 PM; added CIP discussion workshops, parking along Todville, and a trail opening event to the next agenda by consensus
• Adjourned at 6:43 PM

City Council

Seabrook City Council voted unanimously to table first reading of Ordinance 2022-09 amending impact fees for new construction, after a motion to approve was withdrawn. Council unanimously approved releasing $2,781,850.00 in committed General Fund balance for the Seabrook Wastewater Treatment Plant, and approved a $69,850 not-to-exceed contract with Randall Scott Architects for a public safety/municipal court complex feasibility study. Council also approved a joint resolution with the Seabrook Economic Development Corporation for a comprehensive master plan consultant, a data-sharing MOU with Flock Group, Inc., and several other items on unanimous votes.

• Tabled first reading of Ordinance 2022-09 amending impact fees for new construction (unanimous)
• Approved Bid Award to Randall Scott Architects, Inc. for feasibility study, needs assessment, and architectural design for Public Safety/Municipal Court Complex, not to exceed $69,850 (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Resolution 2022-09 authorizing SEDC project to retain an independent consultant for comprehensive master plan update (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-13 releasing $2,781,850.00 in committed General Fund balance for the Seabrook Wastewater Treatment Plant (unanimous)
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report for second quarter of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with OSV Development LLC for subdivision entry monument sign, eight identity markers, island monument, community mail kiosk, and six specialty planters in City Right-of-Way within Old Seabrook Village Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved extension of engagement with Belt Harris Pechachek for auditing services through December 21, 2023, not to exceed $49,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Data Sharing Memorandum of Understanding between Seabrook Police Department and Flock Group, Inc. (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on three replat requests and a conditional use permit for an axe-throwing venue. They will also discuss the North Planning Area south of Red Bluff Road, including zoning, development inventory, grandfathered uses, drainage, and FEMA flood map impacts, and consider appointing commissioners to master plan meetings.

• Partial re-plat of Lots 5, 8, 9, Block 22 Morristown to create one single-family lot (west of Todville Road)
• Replat of Lot 8, Ritson Morris Survey (6.008 acres) to create 4 lots, 1 block, 1 reserve (south of Repsdorph Road)
• Replat of Lot 7, Ritson Morris Survey (7.597 acres) to create 4 lots, 1 block, 1 reserve (west of Repsdorph Road)
• Conditional Use Permit for an Axe Throwing Venue at 1002 N. Meyer Avenue Suite A
• Discussion of North Planning Area south of Red Bluff Road: zoning, development inventory, grandfathered uses, drainage, FEMA flood maps

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for an axe throwing business and a partial re-plat to create a single-family lot. Two other re-plat requests were tabled, and commissioners were appointed to the Comprehensive Master Plan update meetings.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 'Bad Axe Throwing' at 1002 N. Meyer Avenue Suite A, requiring one TABC-certified employee on duty (Unanimous)
• Approved partial re-plat of Lots 5, 8, and 9, Block 22 Morristown to create one single family lot (Unanimous)
• Tabled re-plat of Lot 8, Ritson Morris Survey, Abstract No. 52
• Tabled re-plat of Lot 7, Ritson Morris Survey, Abstract No. 52
• Appointed Scott Reynolds and Rosebud Caradec as ex-officio, and Guy Rodgers as alternate, for Comprehensive Master Plan update meetings (Unanimous)
• Approved March 17, 2022, and April 5, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 21, 2022, to consider three replat requests and a conditional use permit for an axe throwing venue. The replats include combining three lots into one single-family lot in Morristown, and two separate replats in the Riston Morris Survey to create four lots, one block, and one reserve each. The commission will also review a request for a conditional use permit for an axe throwing venue at 1002 N. Meyer Avenue Suite A.

• Partial re-plat of Lots 5, 8, 9, Block 22 Morristown to create one single-family lot (applicant Ruth Levine)
• Replat of Lot 8, Riston Morris Survey, to create 4 lots, 1 block, 1 reserve (6.008 acres, applicant Hind Saad)
• Replat of Lot 7, Riston Morris Survey, to create 4 lots, 1 block, 1 reserve (7.597 acres, applicant Hind Saad)
• Conditional use permit for Axe Throwing Venue at 1002 N. Meyer Avenue Suite A

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet on April 19, 2022, to consider a bid award of $77,600 to Underground Construction, LLC for the Red Bluff Waterline Replacement Project and vote on a resolution to deny CenterPoint Energy's distribution cost recovery factor rate increase. The agenda also includes a second reading of Ordinance 2022-08 amending the Seabrook Town Center PUD, approving a shared dispatch software agreement up to $170,000 with League City, and presentations including the annual public safety report.

• Bid award to Underground Construction, LLC for the Red Bluff Waterline Replacement Project for $77,600.00
• Ordinance 2022-08 second reading for amendments to the Seabrook Town Center PUD (Planned Unit Development)
• Resolution 2022-12 regarding the denial of CenterPoint Distribution Cost Recovery Factor (DCRF)
• Shared Agency Agreement with League City for Motorola Computer Aided Dispatch software for an amount not to exceed $170,000.00
• Discussion on possible updates and amendments to Chapter 10 'Animals' of the Seabrook Code of Ordinances

City Council unanimously approved a $77,600 contract for the Red Bluff Waterline Replacement Project and a $170,000 agreement for Computer Aided Dispatch software. The Council also passed a resolution denying CenterPoint Energy's application to increase distribution rates.

• Approved $77,600 bid award to Underground Construction, LLC for Red Bluff Waterline Replacement Project (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12 denying CenterPoint Distribution Cost Recovery Factor rate increase (Unanimous)
• Approved Shared Agency Agreement with League City for Motorola CAD software not to exceed $170,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-08 amending Seabrook Town Center PUD (Unanimous)
• Approved two new flag poles at the Bay Area Veteran’s Memorial in 2022 budget (Unanimous)
• Approved Annual Racial Profiling Report (Unanimous)
• Approved March 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold public hearings on two proposed projects: up to $50,000 in incentives for TransWestern Development Company for warehousing at 5803 Old Highway 146, and up to $115,000 for Freese and Nichols to update the Comprehensive Master Plan. The board will also consider approving the $1,000,000 Old Seabrook Livable Center – Phase I project, a resolution for the master plan consultant, a bylaw amendment for staggered terms, and $2,000 for the Keels and Wheels event. Routine items include approving minutes and status updates.

• Public hearing on $50,000 incentive for TransWestern Development Company warehousing at 5803 Old Highway 146
• Public hearing on $115,000 contract with Freese and Nichols for Comprehensive Master Plan update
• Consider approval of $1,000,000 Old Seabrook Livable Center – Phase I project
• Consider resolution for $115,000 consultant for master plan update
• Consider $2,000 for Keels and Wheels event on April 29, 2022

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved funding for a livable center project and the retention of a consultant for a master plan update. The board also approved amendments to its bylaws regarding director terms and funding for a local event.

• Approved 'Old Seabrook Livable Center — Phase I' project and notice up to $1,000,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Joint Resolution 2022-09 to retain Freese and Nichols for Comprehensive Master Plan update up to $115,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to EDC BYLAWS Article Four, Section 4.02 for staggered director terms (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $2,000 for the Keels and Wheels event on April 29, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider amending its bylaws to create staggered terms for directors and submit Resolution 2022-01 to the City Council for approval. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Proposed amendment to EDC Bylaws Article Four, Section 4.02 on director terms
• Resolution 2022-01 for City Council approval

Public Notice

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is holding public hearings on April 14, 2022, to consider two proposed projects funded by sales tax revenue. The first is a $115,000 contract for a consultant to develop a comprehensive master plan. The second is a $50,000 incentive for TransWestern Development Company for warehousing and storage construction at 5803 Old Highway 146. Residents may petition for an election on the use of tax proceeds within 60 days of the notice.

• Public hearing for $115,000 consultant contract for comprehensive master plan
• Public hearing for $50,000 incentive to TransWestern Development Company for warehousing at 5803 Old Highway 146
• Both hearings at Seabrook City Hall, 1700 First Street, at 6:00 p.m. on April 14, 2022
• Petition option for voters to request election on tax proceeds use within 60 days

Master Plan Review Commission

The Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission is meeting to organize itself by electing a Chair and Vice-Chair, setting meeting dates, and beginning the review and update of the city's Comprehensive Master Plan. The agenda includes public comments and introductions of the consultant Freese & Nichols. This is an organizational and planning session, with no specific decisions on plan content listed.

• Introduction of Freese & Nichols, commission members, and city staff
• Discussion and possible action on establishing Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion and possible action on setting meeting dates and times
• Discussion and possible action on review and update of the Comprehensive Master Plan
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission met April 13, 2022 and elected Gary Johnson as Chair and Hill Powell as Vice-Chair, both by unanimous consent. The commission heard a presentation from Freese & Nichols on the process to review and update the Comprehensive Master Plan, covering the current plan, planning schedule, existing plans, and issues and opportunities for the Mixed Use/Lakefront and North planning areas. The next meeting was set for Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 6:00 pm at the Seabrook Public Works location. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Elected Gary Johnson as Chair (unanimous consent)
• Elected Hill Powell as Vice-Chair (unanimous consent)
• Set next meeting for Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 6:00 pm at Seabrook Public Works

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission will meet to administer oaths to new members, review proposed updates to the city’s ethics code, and approve prior meeting minutes. The meeting is open to public comments and wheelchair accessible at Seabrook City Hall.

• Administer oaths of office to new Commission Member(s)
• Review Article VI, 'Code of Ethics' in the Seabrook Code of Ordinances for updates and amendments
• Approve minutes of the March 2, 2022 Ethics Review Commission Meeting

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustments/Building Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from multiple R-1 single-family residential zoning requirements, including front, rear, and side yard setbacks, minimum lot size, and lot depth. The board may also approve minutes from its March 14, 2022 meeting. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Variance request from 25-ft front yard setback, 15-ft rear yard setback, 15-ft side yard setback (10-ft corner lot), 7,500 sq ft minimum lot size, and 90-ft minimum lot depth
• Approve minutes from March 14, 2022 BOA meeting
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Board of Adjustment met on April 11, 2022 and opened a public hearing on a variance request for 2102 Todville Road. The applicant, David Ward, withdrew the request after Director Sean Landis explained that townhouses are no longer allowed in the R-1 district and the Board cannot grant a variance for that use. No motion was needed because the application was withdrawn. The Board also approved the minutes of the March 14, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request for 2102 Todville Road withdrawn by applicant; no motion necessary
• Approved March 14, 2022 BOA minutes as presented, adding 'no action was taken in Executive Session' (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will discuss maintenance for the Hester Butterfly Garden and the Carothers Community Gardens. Members will also consider a systematic planting plan to hide industrial structures and ideas for a Green Ribbon Program consultant.

• Hester Butterfly Garden maintenance and volunteer opportunities
• Green Ribbon Program consultant ideas
• City-wide systematic planting plan to hide industrial structures
• Carothers Community Gardens discussion
• Updates on Seabrook Park repairs, signage, and vegetation

The Open Space and Trails Committee met on April 7, 2022 and approved minutes from its March 3 meeting and a motion allowing Junior Scouts 140128 to work with Member Jackson to plant a sustainable garden at Hester Butterfly Garden. The committee also discussed Hester Butterfly Garden maintenance and signage, the Green Ribbon Program consultant (Clark Condon, contract not yet awarded), a citywide planting plan to screen industrial structures, and various Seabrook park updates. No other formal motions or votes were recorded; several items were discussion-only or referred to future meetings.

• Approved minutes of the March 3, 2022 Open Space and Trails Committee meeting (unanimous consent)
• Approved allowing Junior Scouts 140128 to work with Member Jackson to plant a sustainable garden at Hester Butterfly Garden (unanimous consent)
• Agreed by consensus to incorporate the Carothers Community Garden item into Seabrook park updates
• Agreed by consensus to add a CIP Discussion Workshop to the next meeting agenda

City Council

The Seabrook City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint public hearing to consider amendments to the Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development (PUD). The applicant, HS Development Group, seeks approval for changes to the PUD covering multiple tracts of land near Repsdorph Road and State Highway 146. The meeting is a special joint session with public comments and a single hearing item.

• Public hearing on amendments to Seabrook Town Center PUD
• Applicant: HS Development Group, Spring, Texas
• Owner: Pacific Ridge Properties, Santa Barbara, CA
• Property located north of Repsdorph Road, south of Oak Dale Way, west of SH 146, east of Lakeside Drive
• Multiple tracts totaling approximately 19.5 acres in Ritson Morris Survey, Harris County

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a joint public hearing regarding requested amendments to the Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the proposed amendments.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider and potentially take action on amendments to the Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development (PUD). The agenda includes a public comment period and one new business item. No other substantive items are listed.

• Consider amendments to the Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development (PUD)

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission met and discussed several proposed changes to the Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development, including adjustments to permitted uses, parking spaces, signage requirements, and building regulations. Following discussion, the commission voted unanimously to approve the requested PUD amendments as presented and subsequently adjourned the meeting.

• Approved amendments to the Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development (Unanimous consent)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a $114,500 contract for a Comprehensive Master Plan Update and consider zoning changes for axe throwing venues. The meeting also includes grant applications for park and wildlife refuge improvements.

• Bid award to Freese and Nichols Inc. for $114,500.00 for a Comprehensive Master Plan Update
• Ordinance 2022-07 to allow axe throwing venues as a conditional use in various districts
• Resolution 2022-10 for a $50,000 Port of Houston grant for Friendship Park equipment
• Resolution 2022-11 for a $50,000 Port of Houston grant for Seabrook Wildlife Refuge Trail Head Improvements
• Ordinance 2022-08 regarding amendments to the Seabrook Town Center PUD

City Council awarded a $114,500 contract to Freese and Nichols Inc. for a Comprehensive Master Plan update. The Council also approved the first reading of amendments to the Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development and authorized two grant applications for park and trail improvements.

• Approved $114,500 contract to Freese and Nichols Inc. for Comprehensive Master Plan Update (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-08 to amend Seabrook Town Center PUD (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Liliana Guadalupe Gonzalez to the Ethics Review Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2022-07 to add 'Axe Throwing Venue' as a conditional use in multiple districts (Unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2020/2021 Audit and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (Unanimous)
• Approved Q1 FY 2021-2022 Quarterly Investment Report (Unanimous)
• Authorized $50,000 grant application for Friendship Park Equipment (Unanimous)
• Authorized $50,000 grant application for Seabrook Wildlife Refuge Trail Head Improvements (Unanimous)

City Council

The Interview Panel is meeting to interview candidates for one regular and two alternate positions on the Seabrook Ethics Review Commission. The panel may also set future meeting dates. This is not a City Council meeting, though council members may attend.

• Interview candidates for Ethics Review Commission: Thomas Castleman, Liliana Gonzalez
• One regular and two alternate positions to be filled
• Resolution 2021-21 and Seabrook Code of Ethics referenced as attachments

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and possibly act on a City Engineer's report on the Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan, and will deliberate on the North Planning Area south of Red Bluff Road, including zoning, available properties, grandfathered uses, drainage, and FEMA flood map impacts. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving project status reports.

• Report on Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plan update
• Deliberation on North Planning Area and properties south of Red Bluff Road
• Examination of existing zoning districts and inventory of developable properties
• Discussion of grandfathered uses and structures, drainage, and FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map impacts
• Approval of February 17, 2022 P&Z meeting minutes

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to accept the findings of the City of Seabrook Water and Wastewater Capital Improvements Plan and Impact Fee Determination 2021-2030 Study, including $2,910.00 per EDU for water and $2,813.00 per EDU for wastewater. The Commission also discussed the North Planning Area and properties south of Red Bluff Road but agreed to continue that discussion with no motion. In routine business, the Commission approved the February 17, 2022 minutes and adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

• Accepted the 2021-2030 Water and Wastewater Capital Improvements Plan and Impact Fee Determination, setting $2,910.00 per EDU water and $2,813.00 per EDU wastewater (unanimous)
• Approved the February 17, 2022 regular P&Z meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Agreed to continue discussion of the North Planning Area and properties south of Red Bluff Road; no motion needed
• Adjourned the March 17, 2022 meeting at 7:25 p.m. (motion by Guy Rodgers, seconded by Darrell Picha)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance to add axe throwing as a conditional use in multiple zoning districts. They will also discuss updates to emergency medical services (EMS) fee schedules and billing policies, and appoint members to the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission.

• Public hearing to amend zoning code to allow axe throwing venues in C-2, C-3, WAD, MMU, POD, STCOD, OS, LI, 146-S, and 146-M zoning districts
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-07 to establish axe throwing venues as a conditional use
• Consider amendments to EMS fee schedule and Resolution 2022-08 on EMS billing and write-off policy
• Appointment of seven members to the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission

The Seabrook City Council approved on first reading Ordinance 2022-07, which would add "Axe Throwing Venue" as a conditional use in ten commercial and industrial zoning districts. Council also approved amendments to the EMS fee schedule and Resolution 2022-08 establishing an EMS billing and write-off policy, and appointed seven members to the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission. A public hearing on the axe-throwing zoning amendment drew no speakers. Councilmembers Larson was absent/excused.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-07 adding "Axe Throwing Venue" as a conditional use in 10 zoning districts (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to the EMS Fee Schedule for the annual Master Fee Schedule update (unanimous consent)
• Approved Resolution 2022-08 establishing an EMS Billing and Write-Off Policy (unanimous consent)
• Appointed Richard Cucco, Joseph Culligan, Gary Johnson, Randy Miller, Hill Powell, Elaine Renola, and Ann Wacker to the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission (by consensus)
• Approved consent agenda minutes of Nov 16, 2021 joint CC/PZ, Feb 15, 2022, and Mar 1, 2022 meetings (unanimous consent)
• Held public hearing on axe-throwing zoning amendment; no speakers came forward

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustments/Building Standards Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from GFY Properties LLC for property at 2102 Todville Road. The request seeks relief from R-1 zoning requirements for front, rear, and side yard setbacks, lot size, and lot depth. The board will also approve minutes from its January 27, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request for 2102 Todville Road: front yard setback (25 ft), rear yard (15 ft), side yard (15 ft/10 ft corner), lot size (7,500 sq ft), lot depth (90 ft)
• Owner: GFY Properties LLC, 2934 N. Island Drive, Seabrook, TX
• Applicant: David Ward, 1839 Edwards, Houston, TX
• Approve minutes from January 27, 2022 BOA meeting

The Board of Adjustment deferred a decision on a variance request for 2102 Todville Road because the applicant was not present and answers were incomplete. The Board approved the minutes from the January 27, 2022 meeting.

• Requested applicant be present at the next meeting regarding variance request for 2102 Todville Road
• Approved January 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation meets to review economic development activities, hear a presentation from Transwestern Development Company, and decide on business incentives and funding for a master plan consultant. The board will also nominate members for upcoming Washington D.C. trips and approve past meeting minutes.

• Consider $200,000 incentive for Transwestern Development Company at 5803 Old Highway 146 for Bayport 146 Distribution Center project
• Fund up to $115,000 for Comprehensive Master Plan consultant to promote business development
• Nominate EDC Board Member for BAHEP Space Exploration trip (May 16–18, 2022)
• Nominate EDC Board Member for Economic Alliance Advocacy trip (April 26–29, 2022)
• Approve minutes of December 9, 2021 and January 31, 2022 meetings

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved funding for a Comprehensive Master Plan consultant and a permit fee reimbursement for a distribution center project. The board also nominated members for two advocacy trips to Washington D.C.

• Approved up to $50,000 for Transwestern Development Company permit fee reimbursement (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $115,000 for Comprehensive Master Plan consultant Freese and Nichols (Unanimous)
• Nominated Gary Bell for BAHEP Space Exploration trip to Washington D.C. (Unanimous)
• Nominated Mayor Kolupski for Economic Alliance Advocacy trip to Washington D.C. (Unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2021 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved January 31, 2022 Workshop minutes (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook City Council and Economic Development Corporation posted a notice of a possible quorum at a public summit. The meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2022, at SpringHill Suites Marriott on NASA Parkway from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. This notice complies with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

City Council

The Interview Panel is meeting to interview three candidates for seven positions on the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission. The panel may also set future meeting dates. This is a procedural meeting focused on appointments, not a regular City Council meeting.

• Interview candidates for 7 positions on the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission
• Candidates: Richard Cucco, Joseph Culligan, Ann Wacker
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Meeting at City Hall, 1700 1st Street, Seabrook, TX

City Council

The Interview Panel will meet to conduct interviews for seven positions on the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission. The panel will consider several candidates for these appointments.

• Interviews for seven positions on the 2022 Comprehensive Master Plan Review Commission
• Candidates: Ron Ahlhorn, Gary Johnson, John Jons, David Kagey, David Kocian, Randall Miller, Hill Powell, Elaine Renola, and Randy Stakes

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on several park-related items, including Hester Butterfly Garden maintenance and volunteering, Eco-Star leaves honoring Drusilla Carothers and Mary Milby, updates on Pine Gully Pier and McHale Platform, and Carothers Community Gardens. They will also consider design criteria for Hwy 146 landscape improvements and receive staff updates on park repairs and grants. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve prior minutes and public comments.

• Administer oath to new committee member Jesse Jones
• Discuss Hester Butterfly Garden maintenance, signage, and spring volunteers
• Discuss Eco-Star leaves honoring Drusilla Carothers and Mary Milby
• Update on Pine Gully Pier and McHale Platform
• Discuss design criteria for Hwy 146 landscape improvement

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved minutes from its February 3, 2022 meeting and unanimously voted to recognize Mary Milby and Drusilla Carothers with gold leaves on the Eco-Star tree for their role in creating Seabrook's hike and bike trail network. The committee also received updates on the Pine Gully Pier project, Carothers Community Garden, and Hwy 146 landscape improvements, but took no formal action on those items. The meeting was largely discussion-based, with staff reports on park maintenance, grants, and upcoming events.

• Approved February 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Recognized Mary Milby and Drusilla Carothers with gold leaves on the Eco-Star tree (unanimous consent)
• Added four items to the April 7, 2022 agenda by committee consensus

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission is meeting to administer oaths to new members, elect officers, and consider a change to the Code of Ethics that would move the commission member term expiration date from October 31 to January 1. They will also approve minutes from a 2019 meeting and set future meeting dates.

• Administer Oath(s) of Office to new Commission Member(s)
• Elect Commission President and Vice President for terms ending December 31, 2022
• Review of Article VI, 'Code of Ethics', Section 2-207(c) to consider changing member term expiration date from October 31 to January 1
• Approve minutes of September 12, 2019 Ethics Review Commission Meeting
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider final approval of a short-term rental ordinance, extend contracts with Honeywell, adopt a charity care policy, and discuss a subdivision sign agreement. The meeting also includes routine updates on elections and city projects.

• Ordinance 2022-07 on short-term rentals, with penalties up to $2,000 per offense
• Contract extension with Honeywell International Inc. from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023
• Resolution 2022-07 adopting a Charity Care Policy for ambulance supplemental payments
• Agreement with Seascape Property Owners Association for a sign at Todville and West Flamingo
• Update on SH 146 Expansion Project and other city projects

The City Council approved several service contracts, including waste management and professional services. The council also authorized specific expenditures for city operations and infrastructure maintenance.

• Approved waste management contract (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement (5-0)
• Authorized expenditure for city operations (5-0)
• Approved infrastructure maintenance funding (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new residential plat and a proposed zoning amendment. The commission will also review city project updates and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for Old Seabrook Village, Section B, Final Plat to create 39 residential lots
• Public hearing to add 'AX Throwing' as a use-by-right in the Old Seabrook (OS) District
• Approval of November 16, 2021, and November 18, 2021, meeting minutes
• Status update report on City projects from the Director of Planning and Community Development

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission approved the Old Seabrook Village, Section B, Final Plat, subdividing 6.34 acres into 39 residential lots, 2 blocks and 6 reserves, with staff finding it compliant with city subdivision and zoning ordinances. The Commission also approved adding "axe throwing venue" as a conditional use to the Land Use Matrix for the Old Seabrook District and several other districts. Both actions carried by unanimous consent. The Commission also approved minutes from two November 2021 meetings and heard brief staff reports.

• Approved Old Seabrook Village, Section B, Final Plat (39 lots, 2 blocks, 6 reserves) — unanimous consent
• Approved adding "axe throwing venue" as a conditional use (not by right) in the Land Use Matrix for C-2, C-3, WAD, MMU, OS, LI, and SH146 districts — unanimous consent
• Approved minutes from the November 16, 2021 joint meeting — unanimous consent
• Approved minutes from the November 18, 2021 regular P&Z meeting — unanimous consent
• Adjourned the February 17, 2022 meeting at 6:55 p.m. — motion carried

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission is meeting to administer oaths to new members, elect officers, and consider a change to the Code of Ethics that would move the commission member term expiration date from October 31 to January 1. The commission will also approve minutes from a 2019 meeting and set future meeting dates. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions expected.

• Administer Oath(s) of Office to new Commission Member(s)
• Elect Commission President and Vice President for terms ending December 31, 2022
• Review of Article VI, 'Code of Ethics', Section 2-207(c) to consider changing term expiration date from October 31 to January 1
• Approve minutes of September 12, 2019 Ethics Review Commission Meeting
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to consider several items, including a bid award for a classification and compensation study, a first reading of a short-term rental ordinance, and multiple resolutions and appointments. They will also receive updates on various projects and hold a closed executive session on legal issues.

• Bid award to Evergreen Solutions LLC for classification and compensation study, $29,500 base bid plus alternate for job description revisions
• First reading of Ordinance 2022-07 creating short-term rental regulations with penalties up to $2,000 per offense
• Second reading of Ordinance 2022-05 updating fire prevention code, including open burning restrictions and $2,000 penalty
• Professional services agreement with Cobb Fendley for Todville Asphalt Overlay engineering, $56,300
• Resolution 2022-06 setting public hearing for May 3, 2022 on impact fees update

The minutes are heavily garbled and only partially readable, so this summary is limited to what can be made out. The council appears to have approved a 120-day moratorium on certain development, with a report back to council, and to have approved a preliminary plat and a final plat. Several other items, including a specific use permit and a variance, appear to have been tabled or continued. Because the text is corrupted, details, vote tallies, and dollar amounts cannot be reliably confirmed.

• Approved a 120-day development moratorium (vote not legible)
• Approved a preliminary plat (vote not legible)
• Approved a final plat (vote not legible)
• Tabled or continued a specific use permit (vote not legible)
• Tabled or continued a variance request (vote not legible)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee of Seabrook, Texas, will meet to discuss and consider several park-related items, including maintenance and signage for the Hester Butterfly Garden, directional trail signs, and the Carothers Community Gardens. They will also receive updates on a recent tree planting event and various park repairs and events. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.

• Discuss Hester Butterfly Garden maintenance, signage, and volunteer opportunities
• Discuss directional trail signs
• Update on Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness (January 8)
• Discuss Keep Texas Beautiful Governor's Community Achievement Award application
• Discuss Carothers Community Gardens

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved the January 6, 2022 minutes by unanimous consent and unanimously recommended that Member Coggeshall build wooden directional trail signs pointing users to parking, Robinson Park and Pine Gully Bayou. Member Harper asked to postpone the Hester Butterfly Garden maintenance item to a future meeting because planting needs would be clearer after a forecast freeze. The committee also heard updates on 100 trees planted January 8, the Carothers Community Garden's March 1, 2022 start date, and a Keep Texas Beautiful award application due before February 17; no other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved January 6, 2022 committee minutes (unanimous consent)
• Recommended unanimously that Member Coggeshall create wooden directional trail signs for parking, Robinson Park and Pine Gully Bayou
• Hester Butterfly Garden maintenance item moved to a future meeting at Member Harper's request
• Agreed spring tree plantings in the area are not ideal
• By consensus, added seven items to the next agenda, including Hester Butterfly Garden volunteers, Carothers Community Garden, Eco-Star leaves for Drusilla Carothers and Mary Milby, Pine Gully Pier and McHale platform update, and Capital Improvement Projects
• Meeting adjourned at 6:15 PM

City Council

This is a candidate orientation, not a regular council meeting. It includes presentations on election filing requirements and the roles and responsibilities of council members. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Presentation on Texas Election Code, Ethics Review Commission, City Charter, and Code of Ordinances filing requirements
• Presentation on roles, responsibilities, and expectations for serving on City Council

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on budget adjustments, ordinance updates, and election scheduling. They will also discuss hotel occupancy tax funding and volunteer policy revisions. Routine updates on infrastructure projects and grant administration will be provided.

• Approve $734,056 in budget amendments for multiple city funds
• Update Chapter 34 Fire Prevention and Protection ordinance with new penalties up to $2,000
• Schedule May 7, 2022 General Election with June 4 runoff if needed
• Commit $2,781,850 in fund balance per accounting standards
• Appoint new members to Planning & Zoning Commission

The minutes of the February 1, 2022 Seabrook City Council meeting are largely procedural and the text is heavily garbled, so most items cannot be reliably read. What can be made out is that the Council approved a resolution supporting the Texas Municipal League's 2022 legislative program, and approved the minutes of the January 18, 2022 regular meeting. Other agenda items appear in the record but their outcomes cannot be determined from the supplied text.

• Approved a resolution supporting the Texas Municipal League's 2022 legislative program
• Approved the minutes of the January 18, 2022 regular City Council meeting

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss short- and long-term capital improvement projects for fiscal years 2022-2026 and potential funding partnerships with the City of Seabrook. The agenda includes public comments and a workshop session. No formal decisions are listed; the main item is a discussion.

• Discussion of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) for FY 2022-2026+
• Funding partnerships with the City of Seabrook
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation held a workshop on January 31, 2022 to discuss short- and long-term economic development Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2022-2026+ and potential funding partnerships with the City of Seabrook. EDC Director Paul Chavez presented the CIP list, noting the figures and timelines were drawn from the City's CIP and are variable and subject to change. The Board agreed not to remove any proposed projects from the list and discussed several items, including developer-driven projects and signage, but took no formal action other than adjourning at 7:41 p.m. No funding was approved, denied, or tabled.

• No funding decisions made; workshop discussion only
• Board agreed not to remove any proposed projects from the EDC CIP funding list
• Directed that the Seabrook Shipyard natural gas line item return to the Board as a potential incentive request
• Directed that the Gateway and directional signage project return to the Board for review, cost estimates, and funding; an RFP would be needed soon
• Directed that the Main Street preliminary engineering report return to the Board for review, cost estimates, and funding consideration
• Agreed to add Repsdorph Circle detention/retention/drainage to the CIP list for potential EDC funding
• Agreed to add the NASA/Repsdorph drainage site to the CIP list for potential EDC funding
• Meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m.

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission will hear a public hearing on a request to vary zoning rules for an accessory structure at 1637 E. Meyer Avenue. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and allow public comments on any city-related matters.

• Variance request for accessory structure at 1637 E. Meyer Avenue, Seabrook, TX 77586
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2021 meeting
• Public hearing on zoning variance under Seabrook Code of Ordinances, Appendix A, Article 3, Section 3.04.04

The Board of Adjustment voted unanimously to grant a variance allowing Sylvia Hallum to build an in-ground swimming pool in the front yard of 1637 E. Meyer Avenue, where zoning rules normally bar accessory structures from required front yards. The board found all five required variance criteria met, with all five members voting aye on each. The board also approved the minutes of the November 15, 2021 meeting by unanimous consent. The meeting adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

• Granted a front-yard variance for an in-ground pool at 1637 E. Meyer Avenue (5-0)
• Found all five variance criteria under Section 10.04.02 met (5-0 on each)
• Approved minutes of the November 15, 2021 meeting by unanimous consent

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request for an accessory structure. The applicant is seeking to allow the structure to occupy a required front or corner side yard or project beyond the front building line.

• Variance request for accessory structure regulations at 1637 E. Meyer Avenue

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss, consider, and potentially take action on listed agenda items. The meeting includes a period for public comments on city business or matters of general public interest.

• Public comments and announcements

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to re-plat specific lots in Morristown. The proposal seeks to combine three existing lots into a single family lot.

• Partial Re-plat of Lots 5, 8, and 9, Block 22 Morristown
• Proposal to create one single family lot

City Council

The Interview Panel is meeting to interview candidates for the Planning & Zoning Commission, with terms expiring March 1, 2022. The panel may also set future meeting dates. Public comments are allowed, limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Interviews for Planning & Zoning Commission positions (terms expire March 1, 2022)
• Candidates: Greg Aguilar, Richard Cucco, Scott Reynolds, Guy Rodgers
• Resolution 2021-21 referenced
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to consider several items, including a recommendation from the Public Safety Task Force to transfer $114.68 from reserves and approve $94,490.68 in 2022 expenditures from the Public Safety Fund. They will also discuss funding for capital improvement projects under the American Rescue Plan Act and a charitable distribution of up to $10,000 from Celebration Seabrook event proceeds. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the quarterly investment report and minutes, and a closed executive session to consult with attorneys regarding a lawsuit.

• Public Safety Fund transfer of $114.68 and 2022 expenditures of $94,490.68
• Charitable distribution of Celebration Seabrook proceeds up to $10,000
• ARPA funding for CIP projects W5-Taylor Lake Water Line Crossing and W19-NASA Road Waterline Interconnect
• Local match funding for Pine Gully Wastewater Treatment Plant under HMGP
• Closed executive session on lawsuit City of Seabrook v. Barge 295

Seabrook City Council approved a $114.68 transfer from Public Safety Fund Reserves to cover 2022 public safety expenditures totaling $94,490.68, and approved charitable distributions of Celebration Seabrook proceeds: $6,000 to Share Your Christmas, $1,000 to the Seabrook Animal Shelter, and $3,000 to the Bay Area Veterans' Memorial. Council also agreed to temporarily use General Fund monies to meet deadlines on a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program match for the Pine Gully Wastewater Treatment Plant retrofit until reimbursements arrive. The consent agenda, including the quarterly investment report and January 4 minutes, passed unanimously. A closed executive session on the City of Seabrook v. Barge 295 lawsuit was held with no action taken.

• Approved $114.68 transfer from Public Safety Fund Reserves and $94,490.68 in 2022 Public Safety Fund expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 to Share Your Christmas from Celebration Seabrook proceeds (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 to Seabrook Animal Shelter from Celebration Seabrook proceeds (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 to Bay Area Veterans' Memorial from Celebration Seabrook proceeds (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: Q4 FY2020-2021 Quarterly Investment Report and January 4, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to temporarily use General Fund monies for HMGP match on Pine Gully Wastewater Treatment Plant retrofit until reimbursements received (unanimous)
• Closed executive session on City of Seabrook v. Barge 295 lawsuit held; no action taken

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation is holding a special meeting to discuss short- and long-term economic development Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) for fiscal years 2022 through 2026 and beyond, including potential funding partnerships with the City of Seabrook. The agenda includes a public comment period and a workshop session on these projects. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of CIP projects for FY 2022-2026+
• Funding partnerships with the City of Seabrook
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will review park maintenance, volunteer activities, and community initiatives at this meeting. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.

• Approve minutes from December 9, 2021 meeting
• Discuss Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness on January 8th
• Review light poles at Friendship Park soccer field
• Consider Hester Butterfly Garden volunteer plans for spring
• Update on Carothers Community Gardens

The committee approved the minutes from their December 9, 2021, meeting and reached a consensus to authorize city staff to mow prairies at several local parks. Members also discussed ongoing projects, including the Carothers Community Garden, upcoming tree planting events, and the volunteer application process.

• Approved December 9, 2021, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to mow prairies at Wildlife Refuge, Robinson, Meador, and Hester parks (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on two ordinances—one defining music venues and their parking rules, and another updating personnel policies on holidays, attendance, and harassment. They will also vote on a $12.2 million wastewater infrastructure contract, a resolution revising police policies, and a multiple-use agreement with TxDOT. The meeting includes routine updates on the 2022 election, strategic planning, and SH 146 expansion.

• Approve Ordinance 2022-01 defining 'Music Venue' and parking requirements in zoning districts
• Approve Ordinance 2022-02 revising personnel policies on holidays, attendance, and harassment
• Approve $12,239,929.50 contract with Alcott, Inc. for wastewater system retrofit
• Consider Resolution 2022-02 amending Police Policies and Procedures Manual
• Consider Resolution 2022-03 allowing Multiple Use Agreement with TxDOT

City Council approved a contract for wastewater system infrastructure retrofits and updated several city ordinances and policies. The council also appointed members to various interview panels and directed staff to research lighting options for Friendship Park.

• Approved $12,239,929.50 wastewater infrastructure contract to Alcott, Inc. (TCH) (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-01 establishing 'Music Venue' definitions and parking requirements (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-02 revising personnel policies on holidays, attendance, and harassment (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 establishing staggered terms for Open Space and Trails Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-02 revising Police Policies and Procedures Manual (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-03 for a multiple use agreement with TXDOT (Unanimous)
• Appointed Councilmembers to interview panels for Board of Adjustment, Open Space and Trails, and Planning & Zoning (Unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2021 meeting minutes (Unanimous)