Seabrook public meetings in 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on four items: a preliminary PUD for two tilt-wall warehouses at 5815 Old Hwy 146, new regulations for portable on-demand storage containers, a wind design standard change from 155 to 150 mph, and new rules for outside storage in residential front yards. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive a director's report.

• Preliminary PUD for 5815 Old Hwy 146 Monroe Quiet Warehousing Project: two 23,980 sq ft tilt-wall warehouses on 3.695 acres
• New Section 4.27 to regulate portable on-demand storage containers
• Amend building code to reduce wind design standard from 155 mph to 150 mph
• New 'Outside Storage' section for residential front yards (limit 72 hours in 12 months)
• Approve minutes from September 21, 2023 P&Z meeting

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a Preliminary Planned Unit Development for two tilt-wall warehouses at 5815 Old Hwy 146, along with three zoning ordinance amendments. The commission also approved the September 21, 2023 minutes and set the next meeting for January 18, 2024.

• Approved Preliminary PUD for 5815 Old Hwy 146 Monroe Quiet Warehousing Project (unanimous)
• Approved new zoning section 4.27 Portable On-Demand Storage Container regulations (unanimous)
• Approved wind design standard change from 155 mph to 150 mph (unanimous)
• Approved new Outside Storage regulations for residential front yards, including Old Seabrook and added language (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 21, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly act on an amendment to the city's zoning code. The amendment would add a new section titled 'Outside Storage' to regulate placing items in front yards of residential properties for more than 72 hours in a 12-month period. The hearing is open to the public, and attendees may speak for or against the request.

• Amendment to zoning code Appendix A, Article 3, Sections 3.02–3.05 (R-LD, R-1, R-2, R-3 districts)
• New 'Outside Storage' section to regulate front-yard items left over 72 hours in a 12-month period
• Public hearing at Seabrook City Hall, 1700 First Street, December 21, 2023, 6:00 p.m.

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amending the city's zoning code to add regulations for portable on-demand storage containers. The proposed change would create a new section in the special use regulations. Public comment will be accepted.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for portable on-demand storage containers
• Proposed new Section 4.27 in Article 4 of the Comprehensive Zoning code
• Meeting at Seabrook City Hall, 1700 First Street, Council Chambers

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the city's building regulations. The proposal involves modifying the wind design standard for certain building codes.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 18 'Buildings and Building Regulations'
• Proposal to change wind design standard from 155 mph to 150 mph

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for approval of a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the '5815 Old Hwy 146 Monroe Quiet Warehousing Project'. The project would create two 23,980-square-foot tilt-wall warehouses on a 3.695-acre tract. The public may speak for or against the request.

• Preliminary PUD request for two 23,980 sq ft warehouses
• Property at 5815 Old Hwy 146, Seabrook, TX
• Applicant: Starship Texas City LP, Kemah, TX
• 3.695-acre tract in Ritson Morris Survey, Abstract 52

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a first reading of a master fee schedule update, a resolution to apply for a grant for police ballistic equipment, and an amendment to the fiscal year 2024 budget. The council will also hear a presentation on short-term rental ordinances and approve the acceptance of infrastructure in the Ellis Cove Subdivision.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-33 updating the Master Fee Schedule for parks, building, impact, and sanitation fees
• Resolution 2023-20 authorizing application for up to $43,725 in UASI grant funds for ballistic helmets and vests for police
• First and final reading of Ordinance 2023-24 amending the FY 2024 budget with $144,000 addition for the Drainage Fund
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-32 modifying the police department civil service classification and pay system
• Acceptance of water, sewer, and streets within the Ellis Cove Subdivision

The Seabrook City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included accepting the Ellis Cove Subdivision infrastructure and adopting the police civil service classification ordinance. The council also approved a first reading of the Master Fee Schedule update, authorized applying for a UASI grant for police ballistic gear, and amended the FY2024 budget with a $144,000 drainage fund appropriation. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including Ellis Cove Subdivision acceptance and police classification ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-33 Master Fee Schedule Update (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 authorizing UASI grant application for up to $43,725 for ballistic helmets and vests (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-24 amending FY2024 budget with $144,000 for drainage fund (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on scheduling upcoming examinations. The agenda includes setting dates for an entry-level police officer exam and a promotional exam for the rank of lieutenant.

• Proposed entry-level Police Officer Exam date: February 10, 2024
• Proposed Lieutenant promotional exam date: February 28, 2024

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider a business incentive application for Pasta Pie Works, LLC. The board will also discuss a development agreement involving 1406 Main Street and parking improvements at 1208 Meyer.

• Business Incentive Application for Pasta Pie Works, LLC up to $8,000.00
• Business Development Incentive Agreement for 1406 Main Street and 1208 Meyer parking
• Nomination of an EDC Board Member as Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce liaison
• Nomination of a Business-of-the-Year recipient
• Closed executive session regarding potential financial incentives for a business prospect

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a business development incentive agreement with Pasta Pie Works, LLC for $8,000, contingent on the creation of 1 full-time and 6 part-time jobs and a $12,645 capital investment in parking improvements. The board also reappointed Gary Bell as liaison to the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and nominated Athena's Corner as Business of the Year. A separate incentive application for Pasta Pie Works was heard but no action was taken on it. The board held a closed executive session but took no action afterward.

• Approved $8,000 incentive agreement with Pasta Pie Works, LLC (unanimous)
• Reappointed Gary Bell as EDC liaison to Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce for FY2024 (unanimous)
• Nominated Athena's Corner as Business of the Year (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including a tree planting event, volunteer project ideas, and a dead tree program. They will also receive updates on park repairs, community events, and grant administration. The meeting includes public comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Discuss Keep Texas Beautiful webinars and remaining required hours
• Discuss Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness
• Discuss volunteer project ideas and task list
• Update on Rotary tree planting at Baybrook Park
• Discuss Dead Tree program

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee approved the minutes of their November 2, 2023, meeting by unanimous consent. The committee also discussed upcoming volunteer events, webinar training statuses, park maintenance needs, and scheduled their next meeting for January 4, 2024.

• Approved November 2, 2023 Open Space and Trails Committee meeting minutes by unanimous consent

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to consider several items, including a first reading of a police civil service pay ordinance, a proposed $143,918 drainage study for Old Seabrook, and a new five-year solid waste agreement with Waste Management. The council will also accept infrastructure in the Ellis Cove Subdivision and hear updates on various projects.

• First reading of Ordinance 2023-32 modifying police civil service pay grades
• Proposal from Freese and Nichols for Old Seabrook Drainage Study and Survey, $143,918 (requires budget amendment)
• Municipal Solid Waste Agreement with Waste Management of Texas, Inc., 5-year term starting Jan 1, 2024, with 3-year extension option
• Acceptance of water, sewer, storm sewer, and streets in Ellis Cove Subdivision
• Swearing in of new Police Officer Diana Martinez

The Seabrook City Council approved a $143,918 Task Order 1 for an Old Seabrook Drainage Study and Survey with Freese and Nichols, requiring a budget amendment. The council also approved a five-year solid waste agreement with Waste Management of Texas, Inc., and passed the first reading of a police civil service classification ordinance. The consent agenda was approved, including acceptance of Ellis Cove Subdivision infrastructure, after the item was pulled and re-included.

• Approved $143,918 Task Order 1 for Old Seabrook Drainage Study (6-1, Machol no)
• Approved 5-year Municipal Solid Waste Agreement with Waste Management of Texas, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-32, police civil service classification (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including acceptance of Ellis Cove Subdivision infrastructure (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to certify the November 7 bond election results, suspend a CenterPoint Energy rate increase, and consider joining a purchasing cooperative. Routine items include approving past meeting minutes and quarterly reports, while discussion topics cover abandoned boats on Clear Lake and code-enforcement entry rules.

• Certify 2023 bond election results via Ordinance 2023-31
• Suspend CenterPoint Energy rate increase via Resolution 2023-18
• Join TIPS purchasing cooperative via Resolution 2023-17
• Apply for $6,150 UASI grant for EMS ballistic armor via Resolution 2023-19
• Discuss abandoned boats in Clear Lake and code-enforcement entry authority

The Seabrook City Council discussed the Right of Entry authority granted to city officials under Ordinance 2023-20, with Councilmember Machol suggesting revisions. A motion to reopen a closed Human Resources investigation failed, with only Councilmembers Rasco and Machol voting in favor. The council also received updates on city projects and a recap of Celebration Seabrook, but took no other formal actions.

• Motion to reopen closed HR investigation failed (2-5)
• Discussed Right of Entry authority under Ordinance 2023-20; revisions suggested, no action taken

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet on November 13, 2023, to consider setting dates for a Police Officer Entry Level Exam (proposed January 6, 2024) and a promotional exam for Lieutenant (proposed February 7, 2024). The commission will also approve minutes from nine prior meetings dating back to March 2021 and establish future meeting dates. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Set date for Police Officer Entry Level Exam, proposed January 6, 2024
• Set date for promotional exam to Lieutenant, proposed February 7, 2024
• Approve minutes from nine Civil Service Commission meetings (March 2021 to April 2023)
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including required webinar hours, a volunteer project list, and updates on park repairs and grants. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and setting future meeting dates, with no major policy decisions or large contracts listed.

• Discuss Keep Texas Beautiful webinars and remaining required hours
• Set work date for Baybrook Park Rotary planting
• Update on Apache Grant status
• Update on Dog Waste Stations along Robinson Park and Pine Gully
• Review list of committee recommendations forwarded to City Council

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved the October meeting minutes and discussed several park maintenance issues, including a downed trail marker, a leaning tree, and a broken backstop. They scheduled a Rotary-donated planting for November 7th and noted upcoming events like Fall Sweep and Veterans Day. No formal votes were taken on new business items.

• Approved October 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Baybrook Park Rotary planting for November 7 at 10:15 AM
• Directed Public Works to purchase planting soil and call for line locate
• Noted trail marker #14 is down and tree leaning across trail for repair
• Reported three new dog waste stations installed along trails

City Council

This notice serves as a formal announcement of a possible quorum for the Seabrook City Council. The meeting is scheduled to take place during the Meet the Chief event at the Community House.

• Possible quorum at Meet the Chief event
• Meeting location: Community House, 1210 Anders Lane

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider setting a date for a Police Entry-Level Exam, proposed for December 9, 2023. The agenda also includes approval of six sets of past meeting minutes and establishing future meeting dates. Public comments are allowed at the start of the meeting.

• Consider setting Police Entry-Level Exam date to December 9, 2023
• Approve meeting minutes from March 2021 through April 2023
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

Parks and Trails Committee

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee, not a regular city council meeting. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate about the meeting's time, location, and accessibility accommodations, with no specific items for discussion or decision listed.

• Meeting at Seabrook Public Works and Animal Control Complex Training Room, 1100 Red Bluff Road

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a town hall meeting to discuss the 2023 bond election. This is a public forum, not a formal decision-making session, and no votes or official actions are scheduled.

• Town hall meeting on 2023 bond election
• Location: Seabrook Public Works Complex, 1100 Red Bluff Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will consider creating a new zoning regulation for portable on-demand storage containers (PODs), which would establish associated rules. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes, hear a director's report on actions sent to City Council, and set future agenda items.

• Consider new Section 4.27 'Portable On-Demand Storage Container 'POD'' in Comprehensive Zoning Article 4
• Approve minutes from September 21, 2023 P&Z meeting
• Report from Director of Planning on actions sent to City Council
• Establish future agenda items and meeting dates

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on a project incentive agreement for Seabrook Plaza One, LLC and approve a master fee schedule update. They will also hold a public hearing on amendments to the Edge at Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development (PUD) and consider ordinances for PUD updates and a community garden operations agreement.

• Approve Resolution 2023-15 for Seabrook Plaza One, LLC incentive agreement
• Approve Ordinance 2023-30 updating master fee schedule (parks, water, sanitation fees)
• Hold public hearing on Edge at Seabrook Town Center PUD amendments
• Consider Ordinance 2023-31 amending Edge at Seabrook Town Centre PUD plan
• Award RFP #2023-21 for solid waste and recycling services

The City Council received presentations regarding proposed site and floor plans for a Police & Municipal Court Complex and a detailed evaluation of bids for solid waste and recycling services. The meeting also included updates on board activities, SH 146 traffic shifts, and capital improvement projects.

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider proposals from Freese and Nichols totaling $571,038 for two capital improvement projects, an advance funding agreement with TxDOT for the SH 146 Beautification Project, and a review of CIP projects where the EDC is a funding source. The board will also handle routine business including financial reports and meeting minutes.

• Consider $571,038 Freese and Nichols proposals for CIP# S17 'Enhance and Reconfigure Main Street' and CIP# S18 'Enhance Pedestrian Connectivity in Old Seabrook' (requires budget amendment)
• Consider Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for SH 146 Beautification Project
• Review CIP projects with EDC II as funding source, including CIP# P28 Former Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Enhancements
• Approve minutes of September 14, 2023 Regular EDC Meeting

The board authorized city staff to prepare for the deconstruction of the wastewater treatment plant and the hiring of a consultant for site development. A proposal for Main Street and pedestrian connectivity studies was tabled.

• Tabled $571,038 Freese and Nichols proposal for Main Street and pedestrian connectivity (Unanimous)
• Approved motion for staff to prepare wastewater treatment plant deconstruction and hire a development consultant (Unanimous)
• Approved September 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will discuss and take action on plant lists and work dates for Carothers Coastal Gardens and Baybrook Park, plus volunteer project ideas and an appreciation lunch. The agenda also includes routine items like meeting minutes, staff updates, and future meeting dates.

• Discuss next steps and plant lists for Carothers Coastal Gardens
• Discuss plant list and work dates for Baybrook Park planting and prairie reseeding
• Discuss work date for Butterfly Waystation at Baybrook Park
• Discuss volunteer project ideas (attachment: OST Volunteer Task List)
• Discuss annual appreciation lunch on October 25, 2023

The Open Space and Trails Committee voted 4-2 against recommending that a naturalist advise City Council on native plant selection for Carothers Coastal Garden. The committee approved Member Harper's plant list for Baybrook Park (4-1) and unanimously approved Abby Hill's Butterfly Waystation concept. The Carothers Coastal Garden project contract was reported voided, with next steps discussed.

• Approved September 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rejected motion to recommend naturalist for Carothers plant selection (4-2)
• Approved Member Harper's plant list for Baybrook Park (4-1)
• Approved Abby Hill's Butterfly Waystation concept (unanimous)
• Selected November 5, 2023 at 1 PM for Rotary tree planting (pending confirmation)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance updating the Master Fee Schedule, covering parks, water, sanitation, and impact fees. They will also consider a resolution approving a project and incentive agreement for Seabrook Plaza One, LLC, and hear an audit report on recycling from Waste Management. Discussions include traffic issues near the Seabrook bridge and at Nasa Road 1 and Repsdorph with I-46.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2023-30 to update Master Fee Schedule (parks, water, sanitation, impact fees)
• Resolution 2023-15: Project and Incentive Agreement for Seabrook Plaza One, LLC
• Renewal of Administrative Staffing Services Agreement with Seabrook EDC, not to exceed $110,000
• Presentation of Waste Management audit on recyclables
• Discussion on opening bridge exit to seafood businesses and traffic accidents at Nasa Road 1 and Repsdorph with I-46

The Seabrook City Council meeting on October 3, 2023, consisted of informational updates and reports, with no formal votes or decisions recorded. Presentations covered recycling audit data, the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region's annual report, and a detailed update on the upcoming Celebration Seabrook festival, including financial previews and logistics.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on two development requests: the final plat for the 11.649-acre Ellis Cove subdivision (48 lots and 1 reserve) and amendments to the Edge at Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development. The commission will also approve minutes, receive a director's report, and set future agenda items.

• Final Plat of Ellis Cove, 11.649 acres, 48 lots and 1 reserve, east of Repsdorph Drive, south of Moss Court, west of Guibeau Lane
• Amendments to the Edge at Seabrook Town Center PUD, north of Repsdorph Road, south of Oak Dale Way, west of SH 146, east of Lakeside Drive
• Approve minutes from August 17, 2023 P&Z meeting
• Director's report on actions sent to City Council
• Establish future agenda items and meeting dates

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the final plat for the 11.649-acre Ellis Cove subdivision (48 lots, 1 reserve) and unanimously approved amendments to the Edge at Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development. Both items were approved as presented after public hearings. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 17, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Final Plat of Ellis Cove, 11.649-acre subdivision, 48 lots and 1 reserve (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to the Edge at Seabrook Town Center PUD as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 17, 2023 regular P&Z meeting (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss amendments to the Edge at Seabrook Town Center Planned Unit Development (PUD). The hearing is open to the public and allows residents to speak for or against the request. Documents are available for review at City Hall during business hours.

• Amendments to Edge at Seabrook Town Center PUD (Planned Unit Development)
• Public hearing at Seabrook Public Works Facility, 1100 Red Bluff Road
• Property located north of Repsdorph Road, south of Oak Dale Way, west of State Highway 146, east of Lakeside Drive

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for approval of the Final Plat of Ellis Cove, an 11.649-acre subdivision with 48 lots and 1 reserve. The property is located east of Repsdorph Drive, south of Moss Court, and west of Guibeau Lane. The applicant is Matthew Sigmon, and the owner is DTAM Seabrook, LLC. The hearing is open to the public, and attendees may speak for or against the request.

• Final Plat approval for Ellis Cove subdivision, 11.649 acres, 48 lots and 1 reserve
• Applicant: Matthew Sigmon, 6935 Overlook Hill Lane, Sugar Land, TX 77479
• Owner: DTAM Seabrook, LLC, 1801 Sandy Cove, Houston, TX 77058
• Location: east of Repsdorph Drive, south of Moss Court, west of Guibeau Lane

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold public hearings and consider first and final readings of ordinances adopting the FY 2023/2024 budgets for the Crime Control and Prevention District, Economic Development Corporation, and the City's General, Enterprise, and Special Funds. They will also consider a tax ordinance setting the property tax rate at $0.457755 per $100 valuation, which is a 1.58% increase. Other actions include approving water and wastewater rates, a sewer line easement renewal, and ratifying a new City Secretary.

• Public hearings on FY 2023/2024 budgets for CCPD, SEDC, and City funds
• Ordinance 2023-27: property tax rate of $0.457755 per $100 valuation (1.58% increase)
• Ordinance 2023-26: City of Seabrook General, Enterprise, and Special Funds budgets
• Ten-year easement renewal with General Land Office for sewer lines crossing Mud Bayou
• FY 2024 Water and Wastewater rates

The Seabrook City Council approved the FY 2023/2024 budgets for the Crime Control and Prevention District, Economic Development Corporation, and the city's General, Enterprise, and Special Funds, all on first and final reading. The council also adopted a property tax rate of $0.457755 per $100 valuation, a 1.58% increase, with one dissenting vote. Additionally, the council approved a ten-year easement renewal with the General Land Office, ratified the appointment of Rachel Lewis as City Secretary, and approved FY 2024 water and wastewater rates.

• Approved FY 2023/2024 CCPD budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023/2024 EDC budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023/2024 General, Enterprise, and Special Funds budgets (unanimous)
• Adopted tax rate of $0.457755 per $100 valuation (6-1, Machol dissenting)
• Approved ten-year easement renewal with GLO for sewer lines (unanimous)
• Ratified Rachel Lewis as City Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 water and wastewater rates (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including investment policy and tree donation (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on its proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, hear reports, and consider a $2,000,000 business development incentive agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP. The board will also enter closed session to discuss potential financial incentives for a business prospect, then reconvene for possible action. Routine items include approving minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 EDC budget
• Consider $2,000,000 incentive agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP (south of 3500 block NASA Parkway)
• Closed executive session on economic development negotiations (Texas Gov't Code 551.087)
• Recognition of EDC Director Paul M. Chavez for 12 years of service
• Presentation by Economic Alliance Houston Port Region

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a Business Development Incentive Agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP for up to $2,000,000, located south of the 3500 block of NASA Parkway. The motion carried unanimously. The board also approved the August 10, 2023 meeting minutes and set the next meeting for October 12, 2023.

• Approved Business Development Incentive Agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP up to $2,000,000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2023 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Set next regular meeting for October 12, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special workshop meeting to hear presentations on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Carothers Gardens East Tract, discuss purchasing policy for RFPs, and consider RFP 2023-23 for Carothers Grading and Drainage. The council will also enter closed executive sessions to consult with the city attorney on legal matters and discuss real property, then reconvene in open session to possibly take action on contracts related to Carothers Coastal Gardens.

• Presentation on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) #P20 for Carothers Gardens East Tract
• Discussion of purchasing policy for Request for Proposals (RFPs)
• Consideration of RFP 2023-23 for Carothers Grading and Drainage
• Closed executive session for legal advice on pending litigation and real property purchase/lease
• Possible action on contracts with Carothers Coastal Gardens

The City Council and Open Space and Trails Committee held a joint meeting to hear presentations on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including the Carothers Gardens East Tract and purchasing policies for RFPs. They discussed RFP 2023-23 for Carothers Grading and Drainage, which had been awarded to D. Wagner Construction for $243,440.25 at the September 5 meeting, with a special meeting requested to reconsider that award. No formal decisions were made during this meeting.

• Heard presentation on CIP #P20 Carothers Gardens East Tract and purchasing policy for RFPs
• Discussed RFP 2023-23 Carothers Grading and Drainage, bid awarded to D. Wagner Construction for $243,440.25 on September 5
• Noted special meeting requested to reconsider the Carothers bid award

Public Notice

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on its proposed FY 2023/2024 budget. The budget shows total revenues of $1,269,690 and expenditures of $1,031,026, with an unreserved ending balance of $3,761,303. The meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2023, at the Seabrook Public Works Facility.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2023/2024 budget
• Total revenues: $1,269,690
• Total expenditures: $1,031,026
• Services expenditures: $725,416
• Transfer to other funds: $305,459

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including updates on Carothers Coastal Community Garden events, a Public Works Appreciation Luncheon, a booth at Celebration Seabrook, and park repairs. They will also review committee votes for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) recommendations to City Council and consider project ideas for volunteers. The agenda includes consent items to approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Approve minutes of August 3, 2023 and amended minutes of July 20, 2023 meetings
• Update on Carothers Coastal Community Garden Tree Give Away and Nature Trail Tour events
• Discuss and take action on Public Work Appreciation Luncheon
• Discuss and take action on Open Space and Trails booth at Celebration Seabrook
• Review Open Space and Trails committee votes for CIP recommendations to City Council

The Open Space and Trails Committee voted 2-2 with two abstentions to recommend against adopting any bids for the Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage project. The committee also approved minutes, set dates for upcoming events, and discussed park maintenance items. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended rejecting all bids for Carothers Coastal Garden grading/drainage (2-2, 2 abstentions)
• Decided not to have a booth at Celebration Seabrook this year
• Scheduled Public Works and OST Appreciation Luncheon for October 25, 2023

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several contracts, ordinances, and agreements. Key items include a bid award for the Carothers Grading and Drainage Project, a second reading of a flood damage prevention ordinance, and a first reading to delete the curfew for minors. The council will also discuss an interlocal agreement for school crossing guards and a water line engineering contract.

• Bid award to D. Wagner Construction Co. Inc for Carothers Grading and Drainage Project, not to exceed $243,440.25
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-21 amending flood damage prevention regulations, with penalties up to $500
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-23 to delete curfew hours for minors
• Interlocal agreement with Clear Creek ISD for School Crossing Guard Program
• Contract with Cobb Fendley & Associates for Red Oak Acres Subdivision Water Line project, not to exceed $189,208.00

The Seabrook City Council approved a $243,440.25 contract with D. Wagner Construction Co. for the Carothers Grading and Drainage Project, part of CIP P20. The council also approved several ordinances and agreements, including a flood damage prevention ordinance, a curfew repeal, a school crossing guard agreement, and a water line engineering contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $243,440.25 contract with D. Wagner Construction Co. for Carothers Grading and Drainage Project (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-21 on second reading, amending flood damage prevention code (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-23 on first reading, deleting curfew hours for minors (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with CCISD for School Crossing Guard Program (unanimous)
• Approved $189,208.00 contract with Cobb Fendley & Associates for Red Oak Acres water line project (unanimous)
• Approved internal policy for AV Project Pilot Program (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-20 on second reading, updating building and fire codes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-22 on second reading, requiring microchipping for equine, ferrets, dogs, and cats (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including awarding a five-year depository banking services contract to Wells Fargo, approving meeting minutes, hiring an interim city secretary, and reviewing the FY 2023-2024 budget. The budget workshop includes property tax calculations, water and wastewater rate follow-ups, and capital improvements.

• Bid award for RFA 2023-16: Depository Banking Services with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., 5-year term (Sept 1, 2023 – Aug 31, 2028)
• Approval of August 15, 2023 City Council meeting minutes
• Agreement with Texas First Group for Interim City Secretary services
• FY 2023-2024 budget review: property tax calculation, water/wastewater rates, CIP

The City Council held a budget workshop and discussed setting the FY24 tax rate. They proposed a maximum tax rate of $0.457755 per $100 valuation, which is 2.5% above the No New Revenue rate, and scheduled a public hearing for September 19, 2023, to adopt the budget and tax rate. The proposed budget was balanced through cuts and amendments, including removing two staff positions and using $100,000 from a solid waste franchise transfer.

• Set proposed maximum tax rate of $0.457755 per $100 valuation (M&O $0.352187, I&S $0.105568)
• Scheduled public hearing for September 19, 2023, to adopt budget and tax rate
• Balanced proposed FY24 budget with 2.5% over NNR rate and amendments
• Removed 1 FTE Payroll and Budget Analyst position
• Removed 1 FTE Park Event Coordinator position
• Used $100,000 from Solid Waste Franchise Transfer for General Fund revenue

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of the Red Oak Replat #2, which would replat Lots 2 and 3 of Red Oak Replat into one single-family residential lot and one commercial lot. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 20, 2023 meeting, receive a report on actions sent to City Council, and set future agenda items.

• Public hearing on Red Oak Replat #2 to create 1 single-family residential lot and 1 commercial lot
• Replat of Lots 2 and 3 of Red Oak Replat at 2894 Red Bluff and 2817 Sams Drive
• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2023 P&Z meeting
• Director's report on actions sent to City Council
• Establish future agenda items and meeting dates

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the Red Oak Replat #2, which replats Lots 2 and 3 to create one single-family residential lot and one commercial lot at 2894 Red Bluff and 2817 Sams Drive. The commission also approved the July 20, 2023 meeting minutes and received a staff report on actions sent to City Council. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved Red Oak Replat #2 (unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a request to approve the Red Oak Replat #2, which proposes splitting existing lots into one single-family residential lot and one commercial lot. The applicant is Stephen Blaskey of High Tide Surveying, and the owner is Thomas G. Binig.

• Request for approval of Red Oak Replat #2 to create 1 single-family residential lot and 1 commercial lot at 2894 Red Bluff Road and 2817 Sams Drive

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of ordinances updating flood damage prevention and building/fire codes, plus a bid award for a $2.5 million water line crossing. They will also vote on a $91,980 water main replacement and other routine items.

• Bid award to Alcott, Inc. for Taylor Lake Water Line Crossing at Red Bluff, $2,523,206
• Bid award to Faith Utilities, LLC for water main replacement on Shady Lake Drive, $91,980
• Public hearing on flood damage prevention ordinance (Chapter 38) for NFIP compliance
• Public hearing on building and fire code updates, including contractor registration
• First reading of ordinance requiring microchipping for dogs, cats, ferrets, and equine

City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major water line crossing and water main replacements. The council also passed ordinances regarding CBD sales, personnel policies, and animal microchipping, and approved architectural services for a proposed police and court complex.

• Approved $2,523,206.00 contract with Alcott, Inc. dba TCH for Taylor Lake Water Line Crossing (Unanimous)
• Approved $91,980.00 contract with Faith Utilities, LLC for Shady Lake Drive water main replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $85,000.00 agreement with Randall Scott Architects for Police and Municipal Court Complex conceptual services (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 defining CBD sales and permitted zoning districts (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-22 requiring microchipping for dogs, cats, ferrets, and equine on first reading (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-21 regarding Flood Damage Prevention on first reading (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-20 updating building and fire codes on first reading (Unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 2023-13 regarding City Manager authority to supervise City Secretary

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider its FY 2023-2024 budget and goals, a $2,000,000 business incentive agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP, and several contract renewals. The board will also hold a closed executive session to discuss potential financial incentives for a business prospect. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Consider Business Development Incentive Agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP, south of 3500 Block of NASA Parkway, up to $2,000,000
• Consider EDC Goals and Budget for FY 2023-2024
• Renew Administrative Staffing Services Agreement for FY 2023-2024, up to $110,000
• Engage Olson & Olson, LLP for legal representation
• Renew Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce contract, up to $10,000

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved its FY 2023-2024 budget and several routine contracts, but rejected a proposed $2 million business development incentive for Seabrook Plaza One, LP. The board also approved a $110,000 administrative staffing agreement and a $10,000 chamber of commerce contract.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 EDC budget (unanimous)
• Approved $110,000 Administrative Staffing Services Agreement (unanimous)
• Denied $2,000,000 Business Development Incentive Agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP (unanimous)
• Approved Olson & Olson, LLP as legal counsel (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce contract (unanimous)
• Approved July 13, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 27, 2023 workshop meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to approve the minutes from the August 1, 2023 regular meeting and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), General Fund Budget, and Special Funds Budgets. The council will also hear public comments and consider any items moved to executive session.

• Approve minutes of August 1, 2023 regular City Council meeting
• Receive presentation and discussion on FY2023-24 Proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP), General Fund Budget, and Special Funds Budgets

City Council held a budget workshop to receive a staff presentation on the proposed General Fund, Special Funds, and Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The council discussed hotel occupancy tax funds and short-term rentals.

• Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on a remote-control sailboat zone at Bayside Park, along with updates on park repairs, signage, and vegetation. They will also review volunteer project ideas and hear staff reports on community events and grant administration. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discuss and take action on remote control sail boat zone at Bayside Park
• Update on park repairs, signage, plants, flowers, and vegetation
• Staff report on community events, grant administration, and Council approvals
• Determine project ideas for volunteers (with task list attachment)
• Approve minutes from July 6 and July 20, 2023 meetings

The committee approved the minutes from the July 6 and July 20 meetings. Members discussed requests for remote control sailboat racing at Bayside Park and provided updates on park maintenance and community garden grants.

• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance to define and permit CBD sales in C-2, C-3, and LI zoning districts. The meeting also includes personnel policy updates, a $20,000 annual economic development contract renewal, a $75,000 cost-sharing agreement for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive, and a bond election proposal.

• Public hearing on defining and permitting CBD sales in C-2, C-3, and LI zoning districts
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-16 to establish CBD sales definition and permitted districts
• Renewal of $20,000 annual contract with Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership
• Cost Share Agreement with Lakewood Yacht Club for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive rehabilitation up to $75,000
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-19 to call a special bond election

The Seabrook City Council approved on first reading an ordinance defining and permitting CBD sales in certain zoning districts, approved a personnel policy update, renewed an economic development contract, approved a cost-share agreement for road rehabilitation, and called a special bond election. The council also accepted the City Secretary's resignation after an executive session.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 on first reading to define and permit CBD sales in C-2, C-3, and LI districts (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-18 on first reading updating personnel policies for Employee Assistance Program and holidays (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of BAHEP economic development contract for $20,000 annually through Sept 30, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved cost-share agreement with Lakewood Yacht Club for road rehabilitation, up to $75,000 per party (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-19 on first and final reading calling a special bond election (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 20 and July 25 meetings, and July 18 minutes with correction to vote record (unanimous)
• Accepted City Secretary's resignation after executive session

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation is holding a special workshop to discuss its goals and budget for the next fiscal year (2023-2024). The agenda includes public comments and a single workshop item covering EDC goals and the proposed FY24 budget draft. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Workshop discussion on EDC Goals for FY 2023-2024
• Workshop discussion on EDC Budget for FY 2023-2024
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation held a workshop to discuss goals and the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. City Manager Gayle Cook and EDC Director Paul Chavez presented budget adjustments, including removing the Chamber of Commerce Boat Parade and certain consulting services. Board members debated strategies for marketing, infrastructure, and business incentives, but no formal votes were taken on budget items or policy changes. The meeting adjourned after the discussion.

• Workshop held to discuss EDC goals and FY2024 budget
• Proposed removal of Chamber of Commerce Boat Parade funding (Item 5010)
• Proposed removal of Marsh Darcy Consulting Services (Item 5227)
• Proposed removal of BAHEP Washington Trip (Item 5227)
• Advertising spending capped at no greater than 10% of total revenue (Item 5010)
• Meeting adjourned by motion from Terry Chapman, seconded by Gary Bell

City Council

The City Council will receive presentations regarding proposed propositions for a November 2023 Bond Program. The meeting also includes a budget workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 proposed General Fund, Special Funds, and Capital Improvement Program budgets.

• Proposed November 2023 Bond Program propositions
• Emergency Services and Municipal Building Facilities bond items
• Park and Municipal Aquatic Facilities bond items
• Fire Apparatus and Training Facilities bond items
• FY 2023-2024 proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and General Fund budget

The Seabrook City Council approved bond propositions for the November 2023 election covering Emergency Services and Municipal Building Facilities, Fire Apparatus and Training Facilities, and Street and Drainage projects, removing the Park and Municipal Aquatic Facilities proposition. They also voted 4-2 to enter a joint election agreement with Harris County while administering the election locally. The council held a budget workshop for FY 2023-2024 and will continue in August.

• Approved bond propositions for Public Safety needs and Street and Drainage Projects, removing Park and Municipal Aquatic Facilities (unanimous)
• Approved entering joint election agreement with Harris County, administering locally (4-2, Rasco and Machol opposed)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will discuss and take action on a recommendation to City Council based on the Seabrook Open Space and Park Master Plan Worksheets. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Recommendation to City Council on Seabrook Open Space and Park Master Plan Worksheets

The Open Space and Trails Committee met to discuss recommendations for future Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs) based on the Seabrook Open Space and Park Master Plan. The committee identified four projects to recommend to the City Council, including bridge construction and a learning center.

• Recommended Berm Trail Span Bridge construction to City Council
• Recommended Carothers Coastal Garden learning center to City Council
• Recommended Seabrook Trail Head near Red Bluff and SH 146 to City Council
• Recommended Pine Gully/Todville pedestrian bridge to City Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three major items: approval of the Final Plat for the Red Bluff Oak 2 subdivision, amendments to the flood damage prevention ordinance to comply with federal regulations, and updates to building and fire codes including contractor regulations. The meeting will also include routine approval of prior minutes, a director’s report, and agenda planning.

• Final Plat approval for Red Bluff Oak 2 subdivision at 902 Red Bluff Road, creating 1 block and 2 single-family lots
• Amend Chapter 38, Article II of the City Code to update flood damage prevention regulations for National Flood Insurance Program compliance
• Amend Chapters 18 and 34 of the City Code to update building and fire codes, including contractor regulations and adoption of new trade codes

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the final plat for Red Bluff Oak, creating two single-family residential lots at 902 Red Bluff Road. The commission also unanimously approved amendments to the city's flood damage prevention ordinance (Chapter 38) to comply with National Flood Insurance Program requirements, and to update building and fire codes (Chapters 18 and 34) to 2021 editions. All actions were approved without public comment.

• Approved Final Plat of Red Bluff Oak 2 Lots – 1 Block (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 38 Flood Damage Prevention for NFIP compliance (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapters 18 and 34 adopting 2021 building and fire codes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 22, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for approval of the Final Plat of Red Bluff Oak 2 Lots – 1 Block, which would create one block and two single-family residential lots on a 3.05-acre tract at 902 Red Bluff Road. The public may speak for or against the request.

• Final Plat approval for Red Bluff Oak 2 Lots – 1 Block
• Create 1 block and 2 single-family residential lots
• Property at 902 Red Bluff Road, Seabrook, TX (3.05 acres)
• Applicant: Matthew Sigmon, Texas Land Maps
• Owners: Brenton/Chloe White and Shaun/Abbie Stickler

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to consider several contracts and ordinances, including a $292,000 ambulance purchase, a $174,012.50 sewer rehab contract, and a rezoning for a 275-unit apartment complex. They will also vote on a bid award for road paving and a conditional use permit for an open-air market. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a city manager update.

• Bid award to AAA Asphalt Paving for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive, not to exceed $115,583.25
• Reject bids for Pine Gully Pier Demolition and Construction due to prohibitive costs
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-14: Conditional Use Permit for Open Air Market at 1409 Main Street
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-15: Rezoning 3.091 acres to PUD for 275-unit apartment building, restaurant, and parking garage
• Purchase of new ambulance for EMS, not to exceed $292,000 from surplus funds

The Seabrook City Council approved a bid award and contract with AAA Asphalt Paving, Inc. for CSB 2023-04-338, Lakewood Yacht Club Drive, not to exceed $115,583.25. The council also rejected bids for the Pine Gully Pier Demolition and Construction project due to prohibitive costs, and approved several other items including a new ambulance purchase, a sanitary sewer rehab contract, and a budget amendment. All actions were approved unanimously except for the Decorative Street Sign Request Policy, which passed 5-0 with one abstention.

• Approved $115,583.25 asphalt contract for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive (unanimous)
• Rejected bids for Pine Gully Pier Demolition and Construction (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including open air market CUP, Highland Center PUD rezoning, and Town Center Partners agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Decorative Street Sign Request Policy (5-0, Machol abstaining)
• Approved $174,012.50 sewer rehab contract with Insituform Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved $292,000 ambulance purchase from FY22-23 surplus (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for $292,000 vehicle equipment replacement (unanimous)
• Appointed Olson & Olson, LLP as City Attorney (unanimous)

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum, not a regular meeting. The Seabrook City Council is gathering for a tour of the new Pine Gully Wastewater Treatment Plant at the Public Works Facility. No votes or official business are scheduled; the notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Tour of new Pine Gully Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Location: Seabrook Public Works Facility, 1100 Red Bluff Road
• Date/time: Friday, July 14, 2023, 9:00–10:00 a.m.

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on a proposed incentive of up to $2,000,000 for Seabrook Plaza One, LP., located south of the 3500 block of NASA Parkway. The board will also consider a three-year renewal contract with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership for up to $20,000 per year, and discuss setting a workshop date for next fiscal year's goals and budget.

• Public hearing on SEDC incentive for Seabrook Plaza One, LP., up to $2,000,000, south of 3500 block of NASA Parkway
• Consider three-year renewal contract with Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership (BAHEP) for economic development services, up to $20,000/year, Oct 1, 2023–Sep 30, 2026
• Consider setting workshop date for EDC goals and budget for FY 2023-2024
• Presentation by Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership (Bob Payne)
• Approve minutes of June 8, 2023 regular meeting

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a three-year renewal contract with The Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership for economic development services at $20,000 per year. The board also approved the minutes from the June 8, 2023 meeting and discussed scheduling an upcoming workshop for goals and budget. Additionally, the board held a public hearing regarding project incentives for Seabrook Plaza One, LP.

• Approved three-year contract renewal with BAHEP for $20,000 per year (Unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2023 regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Conducted public hearing on SEDC incentives for Seabrook Plaza One, LP not to exceed $2,000,000

City Council

The Seabrook City Council may meet quorum requirements at a public workshop discussing a flood mitigation grant program. The workshop is scheduled for July 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Seabrook Public Works Training Room.

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustments/Building Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the condition of a building at 1109 Hall Avenue, deemed dangerous by the city. The board will receive testimony and evidence, then may issue orders to address the violations. An executive session is scheduled to consult with the attorney on related legal matters.

• Public hearing on dangerous building at 1109 Hall Avenue
• Building found in violation of city code sections 18-389(1),(2),(3),(5),(6),(7),(10),(13),(14)
• Owner: Betty Louise Sampson
• Possible order to address building conditions
• Executive session for legal consultation

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment held a public hearing and received a presentation regarding the substandard and dangerous condition of the structure at 1109 Hall Avenue. The board then voted unanimously to enter the proposed order regarding the property.

• Conducted public hearing on dangerous building at 1109 Hall Avenue
• Approved proposed order regarding 1109 Hall Avenue (5-0)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Building and Standards Commission will hold a public hearing on July 10, 2023, to discuss the condition of a building at 1109 Hall Avenue, which has been found to be substandard or dangerous. The commission may issue orders to repair, secure, or demolish the structure. Public comment is invited.

• Public hearing on dangerous building at 1109 Hall Avenue
• Building found in violation of Seabrook Code, Chapter 18, Article IV, Division 12
• Owner: Betty Louise Sampson
• Possible actions: vacate, secure, remove, repair, or demolish
• Hearing at Seabrook City Hall, 1700 First Street

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and take action on the Seabrook Open Space and Park Master Plan Worksheets, review park maintenance needs, and consider volunteer project ideas. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, receiving staff updates, and setting future meeting dates.

• Discuss and take action on Seabrook Open Space and Park Master Plan Worksheets
• Update on park repairs, signage, plants, flowers, and vegetation
• Determine project ideas for volunteers
• Report on actions forwarded to City Council
• Approve minutes of June 1, 2023 meeting

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved the June 1, 2023 minutes and scheduled a special workshop on July 20 to vote on which park master plan worksheets to recommend to City Council for future capital improvement projects. No substantive decisions were made on the worksheets themselves. The committee also received updates on park repairs, volunteer hours, and community events.

• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled July 20 special workshop to vote on master plan worksheet recommendations to City Council

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on three plat requests: a minor plat for two residential lots on Todville Road, a preliminary plat for Seabrook Plaza, and a final plat for Repsdorph Circle. The commission will also consider amending the zoning code to add a definition for 'Cannabidiol Sales' (CBD).

• Minor Plat of Todville on the Bay: create 2 single-family lots at 1214 Todville Road
• Preliminary Plat Seabrook Plaza: create 1 unrestricted reserve on 6.962 acres north of Clear Lake
• Repsdorph Circle Final Plat: create 6 reserves and 1 block west of SH 146
• Zoning code amendment to define 'Cannabidiol Sales' (CBD)

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission held public hearings and unanimously approved a minor plat for Todville on the Bay, a preliminary plat for Seabrook Plaza, and a final plat for Repsdorph Circle. The Commission also unanimously approved a motion to amend the proposed definition for Cannabidiol (CBD) Sales and approved the minutes from the May 18, 2023 joint meeting.

• Approved the Minor Plat of Todville on the Bay 2 Lots - 1 Block (unanimous)
• Approved the Preliminary Plat Seabrook Plaza (unanimous)
• Approved the Repsdorph Circle Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved amending the proposed CBD Sales definition text (unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2023 Joint P&Z meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a minor plat request. The proposal seeks to create two single-family residential lots at the Todville on the Bay location.

• Minor Plat of Todville on the Bay 2 Lots – 1 Block
• Creation of 2 single family residential lots at 1214 Todville Road

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 22, 2023, to discuss three items: a proposed zoning code amendment to define "(CBD) Cannabidiol Sales," a final plat for Repsdorph Circle to create 6 reserves and 1 block, and a preliminary plat for Seabrook Plaza to create 1 unrestricted reserve. The public may speak for or against these requests.

• Zoning code amendment to add definition for "(CBD) Cannabidiol Sales"
• Repsdorph Circle Final Plat: 6 reserves, 1 block, 6.0081 acres, west of SH 146, south of Repsdorph Drive
• Seabrook Plaza Preliminary Plat: 1 unrestricted reserve, 6.962 acres, north of Clear Lake, south of NASA Road One
• Applicants: Alejandro Romo/Hutchinson and Associates; Timothy E. Buscha/IDS Engineering Group

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings on a conditional use permit for an open-air market at 1409 Main Street and a Planned Unit Development for a 275-unit apartment complex at 3805/3813 NASA Road. They will also allocate hotel occupancy tax funds to nine event organizations for FY 2023-2024 and consider a resolution approving an incentive agreement with Town Center Partners, LLC.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for Open Air Market at 1409 Main Street
• Public hearing on Final PUD for Residences at Highland Center (275 units, 180 ft max height) at 3805/3813 NASA Road
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-15 rezoning 3.091 acres to Planned Unit Development
• First reading of Resolution 2023-09 approving Project and Incentive Agreement with Town Center Partners, LLC
• Hotel occupancy tax fund requests from 9 applicants (Bay Access Sailing, Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theater, Gulf Coast Film Festival, JFest Southwest, Keels and Wheels, Seabrook Lucky Trails, Seabrook Saltwater Derby, Texas Outlaw Challenge, Yachty Gras Boat Parade)

The Seabrook City Council approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-15, rezoning 3.091 acres at 3805 and 3813 NASA Road from Waterfront Activity District to Planned Unit Development for a mixed-use project with up to 275 apartment units, a restaurant, and an elevated parking garage. The motion carried 5-2, with Councilmembers Rasco and Machol voting in opposition. The council also approved hotel occupancy tax allocations for fiscal year 2023-2024 as recommended by the committee, and approved first reading of a conditional use permit for an open-air market at 1409 Main Street.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-15, Highland Center PUD rezoning (5-2)
• Approved Hotel Occupancy Tax allocations per committee recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-14, Open Air Market conditional use permit at 1409 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Ordinance 2023-13, Records Management revision (unanimous)
• Approved Council member liaison appointments to boards and organizations (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Resolution 2023-09, Project and Incentive Agreement for Town Center Partners, LLC (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider incentive agreements for two business projects. The board will also discuss the cancellation of the Clay Cat Studio incentive agreement.

• Public hearing for Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC incentives at 3023 Bayport Blvd up to $397,947.48
• Incentive agreement for Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC at 3023 Bayport Blvd up to $397,947.48
• Incentive agreement for Seabrook Plaza One, LP south of 3500 Block of NASA Parkway up to $2,000,000
• Cancellation of the Clay Cat Studio Incentive Agreement
• EDC Director’s report on May 2023 economic development activities

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a Business Development Incentive Agreement with Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC for up to $397,947.48, after the company withdrew its earlier strike of a sales tax reporting section. The board also directed staff to finalize a separate $2 million incentive agreement for Seabrook Plaza One, LP, and unanimously cancelled the Clay Cat Studio incentive agreement.

• Approved $397,947.48 incentive agreement with Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC (unanimous)
• Directed staff to finalize $2,000,000 incentive agreement with Seabrook Plaza One, LP (unanimous)
• Cancelled Clay Cat Studio incentive agreement (unanimous)
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on a zoning change for 2817 Sam's Drive from residential to commercial, award contracts for wastewater chemicals, and approve insurance renewals. The meeting also includes presentations on past events, public comments, and routine updates.

• Approve rezoning 2817 Sam's Drive from R-1 to C-1
• Award bid for sodium hypochlorite and sulfuric acid contracts ($2023-08) with Poolsure Inc.
• Award bid for sodium bisulfite contract ($2023-07) with Poolsure Inc.
• Dissolve committed fund balance of $2,781,850
• Renew medical insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas for 2023-24

City Council approved contracts for medical insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and dental insurance with Aetna. The council also approved chemical procurement for water treatment and rezoned a property on Sam's Drive to light commercial.

• Approved medical insurance renewal with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas for 2023-24 (Unanimous)
• Approved dental insurance renewal with Aetna starting August 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved chemical contracts with Commercial Chemical Products, Inc. for wastewater and pool disinfection (Unanimous)
• Rejected fiber infrastructure connectivity bids due to lack of detailed pricing (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2817 Sam’s Drive from R-1 to C-i (Unanimous)
• Appointed Buddy Hammann as Mayor Pro Tem for 2023/2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-11 dissolving $2,781,850.00 in Committed Fund Balance (Unanimous)
• Approved Taylor Lake Waterline bore project easement contract with Texas General Land Office (Unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The committee will discuss park master plan worksheets and receive an update on the Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage report. Members will also review volunteer project ideas and receive reports on various park repairs and community events.

• Update on Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage report
• Review of Seabrook Open Space and Park Master Plan Worksheets
• Discussion of project ideas for volunteers
• Report on Seabrook Park items including repairs, signage, and vegetation
• City Staff update on grant administration and community events

The Open Space and Trails Committee met June 1, 2023, and approved the May 4 meeting minutes (4 in favor, 1 abstention). No other formal votes were taken; the agenda consisted of updates and discussions, including a grading and drainage plan for Carothers Coastal Garden that awaits staff approval before bidding, and a plan to prioritize park master plan projects at a future meeting.

• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Discussed Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage plan; awaiting staff approval before going out for bid
• Scheduled future meeting for July 6, 2023 to prioritize park master plan projects

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on five disaster debris monitoring and removal contracts and approve a $141,392 audio/visual upgrade for the council chamber. They will also discuss potential 2023 bond program projects for a November election and amend an economic development incentive agreement for Seabrook Marina.

• Bid award for Primary Disaster Debris Monitoring Services with True North Emergency Management
• Bid award for Secondary Disaster Debris Monitoring Services with Witt O'Briens
• Bid award for Primary Post Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal Services with DRC Emergency Services LLC
• Bid award for Secondary Post Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal Services with Ceres Environmental Services Inc.
• Bid award for Tertiary Post Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal Services with CTC Disaster Response, Inc.

The Seabrook City Council unanimously approved five contracts for disaster debris monitoring and removal services, covering primary and secondary monitoring (True North Emergency Management and Witt O'Briens) and primary, secondary, and tertiary debris removal (DRC Emergency Services, Ceres Environmental, and CTC Disaster Response). The council also approved an amendment to an incentive agreement with Seabrook Marina and a contract for new audio/visual equipment in the council chamber, the latter passing 5-1 with the mayor opposed and one abstention. A presentation on potential projects for a proposed 2023 bond program was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved contract with True North Emergency Management for primary disaster debris monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Witt O'Briens for secondary disaster debris monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved contract with DRC Emergency Services for primary post-disaster debris removal (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Ceres Environmental Services for secondary post-disaster debris removal (unanimous)
• Approved contract with CTC Disaster Response for tertiary post-disaster debris removal (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Seabrook EDC incentive agreement with Seabrook Marina (unanimous)
• Approved $141,392 contract with Ford AV for council chamber audio/visual equipment (5-1, mayor opposed, one abstention)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Seabrook City Hall to decide on five land-use requests, including re-plats, a minor plat, a conditional use permit, and a planned unit development. Residents may speak for or against the requests during the hearing.

• Re-plat of MiraMar Shopping Center to create 3 commercial reserves at 2000 Bayport Blvd
• Re-plat of Lot 2 in Kidd Estates to redefine rear easement at 1002 5th Street
• Minor plat of Todville on the Bay to create 2 single-family lots at 1214 Todville Road
• Conditional use permit for an open-air market at 1409 Main Street
• Final PUD for Residences at Highland Center with 275 units and a restaurant at 3805/3813 NASA Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on five land-use proposals: a minor plat for two single-family lots, re-plats for a shopping center and a residential lot, a conditional-use permit for an open-air market, and a planned-unit development for 275 apartments and a restaurant. The meeting will also approve past minutes and set future agendas.

• Minor Plat of Todville on the Bay 2 Lots – 1 Block (1214 Todville Road)
• Re-plat of MiraMar Shopping Center (2000 Bayport Boulevard)
• Replat of Lot 2 Final Plat of Kidd Estates (1002 5th Street)
• Conditional Use Permit for Open Air Market at 1409 Main Street
• Final Planned Unit Development for Residences at Highland Center (3805 & 3813 NASA Road)

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a final Planned Unit Development for the Residences at Highland Center, a mixed-use project with up to 275 apartment units, a restaurant, and a parking garage. The commission also approved the replat of Miramar Shopping Center, the replat of Lot 2 of Kidd Estates, and a conditional use permit for an open-air market at 1409 Main Street. A minor plat for Todville on the Bay was pulled because the applicant was not ready.

• Approved Final PUD for Residences at Highland Center (unanimous)
• Approved Re-plat of Miramar Shopping Center (unanimous)
• Approved Replat of Lot 2 Final Plat of Kidd Estates (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Open Air Market at 1409 Main Street (unanimous)
• Pulled Minor Plat of Todville on the Bay (applicant not ready)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to rezone 1.54 acres at 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 Single-Family Detached Residential to C-1 Light Commercial. The council will also vote on second reading of an ordinance to allow utility vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles on city streets, and consider dissolving the Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvement Ad Hoc Committee. Several proclamations and routine updates are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2023-11 to rezone 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1 (1.54 acres)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-12 to regulate utility vehicles (UTVs) and recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) on public streets, with a $200 penalty for violations
• Resolution 2023-07 supporting a no-wake zone in Seabrook Clear Lake area on June 23, 2023 during the Texas Outlaw Challenge
• Resolution 2023-10 to dissolve the Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvement Ad Hoc Committee
• Resolution 2023-08 to adopt a Bank Depository Services Solicitation Policy

The Seabrook City Council approved on first reading an ordinance to rezone 1.54 acres at 2817 Sams Drive from single-family residential (R-1) to light commercial (C-1), despite public opposition. The council also unanimously directed staff to negotiate with CenterPoint Energy on mitigation structures for the proposed electrical substation and dissolved the ad hoc committee overseeing that effort. A severance and release agreement with Sean Wright was approved unanimously.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-11 rezoning 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1 (5-2)
• Directed staff to negotiate with CenterPoint Energy on mitigation structures per ESMI Committee report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-10 dissolving the Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvement Ad Hoc Committee (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including golf cart/UTV ordinance, EDC incentives policy, no-wake zone resolution, and May 2 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-08 adopting a Bank Depository Services Solicitation Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Severance and Release Agreement between the City and Sean Wright (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to decide on two business development incentive agreements totaling up to $2,397,947.48. The board will also hear a presentation on an incentive request for the Compass by Margaritaville development and receive a director’s report on April 2023 economic activities.

• Vote on $397,947.48 incentive for Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC at 3023 Bayport Blvd.
• Vote on up to $2,000,000 incentive for Seabrook Plaza One, LP. for new construction/improvements
• Presentation on Compass by Margaritaville incentive request by Seabrook Plaza One, LP.
• EDC director’s report on April 2023 economic development activities
• Approval of April 13, 2023 EDC meeting minutes

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a business development incentive application from Seabrook Plaza One, LP for up to $2,000,000 to support the Compass by Margaritaville mixed-use development. The board also pulled an incentive agreement for Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC for further staff review. No action was taken during the closed executive session.

• Approved incentive application from Seabrook Plaza One, LP for up to $2,000,000 (unanimous)
• Pulled incentive agreement for Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC for further review
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2023 regular meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee of Seabrook, TX will convene on May 4, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at the Seabrook Public Works and Animal Control Complex. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions listed; items include approving prior meeting minutes, discussing volunteer tasks, and providing updates on park repairs, signage, and community events.

• Approve minutes of April 6, 2023 Open Space and Trails Committee meeting
• Discuss access from Towers of Seabrook to Seabrook trail system
• Update on Seabrook Park repairs, signage, and vegetation needs
• Report on volunteer hours and future meeting dates

The committee approved the minutes from the April 6, 2023 meeting. Members discussed potential trail connections for the Towers of Seabrook and reviewed various park maintenance updates and volunteer tasks.

• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider the FY 2023-2024 Strategic Plan, approve an EDC incentives policy and a gas line incentive for Seabrook Marina, and vote on resolutions denying a CenterPoint rate change and opposing state bills. They will also hold a first reading on an ordinance to regulate utility and off-highway vehicles on city streets.

• Approval of FY 2023-2024 Strategic Plan
• Resolution 2023-1: EDC Incentives Policy and Application
• Business Development Incentive Agreement with Seabrook Marina (1900 Seabrook Shipyard) for natural gas line, not to exceed $8,520
• Resolution 2023-04: Denial of CenterPoint Distribution Rate Change
• Ordinance 2023-12: First reading to add UTVs and ROVs to golf cart regulations, $200 penalty

City Council approved the FY 2023-2024 Strategic Plan and a business incentive for the Seabrook Marina. The council also voted to oppose state legislation regarding local business regulations and denied a CenterPoint distribution rate change.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 City of Seabrook Strategic Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-1 EDC Incentives Policy and Incentive Application on first reading (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,520 incentive agreement for natural gas line installation at Seabrook Marina (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 denying CenterPoint Distribution Rate Change (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 opposing HB 2127 and SB 814 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Councilmembers Mike Giangrosso and Tom Tollett to assist with Hotel Occupancy Tax program update (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-12 to include UTVs and ROVs in golf cart regulations (5-1)
• Denied amendment to allow ROV and UTV use on Ed White Golf Cart path (3-3)

Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee

The Seabrook Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee is meeting to discuss CenterPoint Energy's responses and construction schedule for the substation in Red Oak Acres, and to finalize a recommendations report for City Council due by June 7, 2023. They will also review minutes from the March 1 meeting and set future agendas.

• Discuss CenterPoint responses on substation construction schedule
• Finalize recommendations on aesthetic plans: decorative wall, trees, lighting, landscaping, safety items, site plan
• Approve minutes of March 1, 2023 meeting
• Set agenda for next meeting

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing to consider an appeal of the City Manager's decision to revoke a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a bar at 5735 Bayport Boulevard. The board may affirm or reverse the revocation. The board will also approve minutes from its April 3 meeting and may discuss the appeal in closed session with legal counsel.

• Appeal of CUP revocation for bar use at 5735 Bayport Boulevard
• Possible action on the appeal after executive session
• Approval of April 3, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on two major requests: rezoning 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 residential to C-1 light commercial, and approving a preliminary Planned Unit Development for Seabrook Village Cottages, a 160-unit single-family rental development on about 27.9 acres. The commission will also discuss zoning regulations for the Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts and handle routine items like approving minutes.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1 Light Commercial
• Public hearing and action on Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Village Cottages: 160 rental single-family units on 27.885 acres
• Discussion on zoning district boundaries and regulations for Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts
• Approve minutes from March 7 and March 16, 2023 P&Z meetings
• Report on P&Z actions sent to City Council

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to rezone 1.54 acres at 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 Single-Family Detached Residential to C-1 Light Commercial (5-2). The commission denied a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Seabrook Village Cottages, a proposed 160-unit single-family rental development, by unanimous vote (0-7).

• Approved rezoning of 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1 Light Commercial (5-2)
• Denied Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Village Cottages (0-7)
• Approved minutes from March 7, 2023 Joint P&Z meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2023 Regular P&Z meeting (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on two zoning requests: a change from residential to commercial for a property on Sams Drive and approval of a Preliminary Planned Unit Development for 160 single-family lease units called Seabrook Village Cottages on a 27.885-acre tract near Red Bluff Road.

• Rezone 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1
• Approve Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Village Cottages (160 single-family lease units on 27.885 acres) at 27.885-acre tract south of Red Bluff Road, north of Lake Mija Court, west of Park Drive

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to add 'Cannabidiol (CBD) Sales' as a permitted use in certain commercial and light industrial districts. The council will also vote on second readings for ordinances regarding gasoline stations and a no-parking zone removal, and consider a contract for sludge disposal and other routine items.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2023-10 to add CBD sales as a use by right in C-2, C-3, and LI districts
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-07 requiring conditional use permits for gasoline stations/convenience stores in C-2, C-3, STCOD, and LI districts
• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-09 removing the no-parking zone on Baywood Drive
• Consider extension agreement with American All Waste for sludge disposal, not to exceed $210,000 at $0.075 per gallon
• Consider reopening application for a Conditional Use Permit for a music venue at 2623 Nasa Rd. 1

The Seabrook City Council voted 5-2 against reopening the Conditional Use Permit application for a music venue at 2623 Nasa Rd. 1, which would have sent the matter back to the Planning & Zoning Commission. The council also approved a one-year sludge disposal extension with American All Waste, ratified Lt. Bryan Brand as Interim Police Chief, and approved the consent agenda. Two CBD-related agenda items were pulled to allow staff to add definitions.

• Motion to reopen Barge 295 music venue CUP application failed (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including ordinances on gasoline stations and Baywood Drive no parking zone (unanimous)
• Approved one-year sludge disposal extension with American All Waste, up to $210,000 (unanimous)
• Ratified appointment of Lt. Bryan Brand as Interim Police Chief (unanimous)
• Pulled CBD sales ordinance and public hearing from agenda for staff to add definitions

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider approving the eligibility list for entry-level police officers based on the April 15, 2023 written and physical agility exams. The agenda also includes public comments, setting future meeting dates, and adjournment. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Approve Eligibility List for Police Officer-Entry Level from April 15, 2023 exams
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the eligibility list for entry-level police officers based on exams held on April 15, 2023. The commission also decided to keep future meeting dates open rather than setting a fixed schedule. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Approved Police Officer-Entry Level eligibility list (unanimous consent)
• Future meeting dates left open

Public Notice

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) will hold a public hearing to receive input on adopting a Business Incentive Program under Texas Local Government Code 505.158. The program would allow SEDC to provide expenditures to qualified applicants to promote new or expanded business development, potentially including the sale or purchase of land, buildings, equipment, facilities, targeted infrastructure, and improvements. The hearing is scheduled for April 13, 2023, at 6:00 PM at Seabrook City Hall.

• Public hearing on Business Incentive Program adoption
• Program may include sale or purchase of land, buildings, equipment, facilities, targeted infrastructure, and improvements
• Hearing at Seabrook City Hall, 1700 First Street, Seabrook, Texas
• Contact Pat Patel at (281) 291-5729 for special assistance

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider a Business Incentive Program, then deliberate on specific incentive requests. Key items include a $758,345 incentive for Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC's 'The Edge' development, a $8,520 natural gas line for Seabrook Marina, and a $2,000 sponsorship for the Keels and Wheels event. The board will also vote on an incentives policy resolution and may enter closed session to discuss financial incentives.

• Public hearing on Business Incentive Program for new/expanded business development
• Incentive request from Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC for 'The Edge' at 3023 Bayport Blvd., up to $758,345
• Resolution 2023-1 EDC Incentives Policy and Incentive Application
• Incentive agreement with Seabrook Marina at 1900 Seabrook Shipyard for natural gas line, up to $8,520
• Keels and Wheels event sponsorship, up to $2,000

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a business development incentive for Seabrook Town Centre Partners LLC for The Edge development at 3023 Bayport Blvd., reimbursing 80% of the project value up to $397,947.48 upon completion. The board also approved Resolution 2023-1 establishing the EDC Incentives Policy, an amendment to the Seabrook Marina incentive agreement for a natural gas line, and increased the Keels and Wheels event budget to $2,500. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $397,947.48 incentive for The Edge development (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-1 EDC Incentives Policy and Application (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Seabrook Marina incentive agreement for natural gas line up to $8,520 (unanimous)
• Increased Keels and Wheels event budget to $2,500 (unanimous)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and take action on park signage, a native plant ordinance, police reports on park safety, and volunteer projects. They will also receive updates on the Trash Bash 2023 and various park maintenance and grant items.

• Discuss and take action on park signage additions, replacement, and removal
• Discuss and take action on a Native Plant Ordinance (sample attached)
• Discuss police reports related to Seabrook parks and parking lot safety
• Discuss Carothers Coastal Garden Casita work day
• Update on River, Lakes, Bays 'n Bayous Trash Bash 2023

The Open Space and Trails Committee voted to no longer recommend posting 'park at your own risk' signs in parking lots, based on a review of police reports showing only 6 thefts among 89 incidents. The committee also approved the March minutes and discussed park signage standardization, native plant ordinance, and volunteer projects.

• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to no longer recommend 'park at your own risk' signs in parking lots (motion by Jones, second by Harper)
• Discussed standardizing park signage with EDC financial support for branding
• Discussed native plant ordinance amendment to be presented to P&Z
• Scheduled OST Casita Work Day for May 6 at 9 AM
• Added volunteer tasks for Hester Butterfly Garden, Baybrook Butterfly waystation, and Carothers Community Garden

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to hear a presentation by Eagle Scout Doug Gonzalez on the completed repair and rehabilitation of the Pelicans at the Marcy Fryday Pelican Path. No formal decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Eagle Scout Doug Gonzalez on Pelican Path rehabilitation

The Seabrook City Council held a special meeting on April 4, 2023, primarily to hear a presentation from Eagle Scout Doug Gonzalez on his completed repair and rehabilitation project for the pelicans along the Marcy Fryday Pelican Path. After the presentation, Gonzalez donated the remaining project funds to the city, and by unanimous consent, the council agreed to use those funds to install a commemorative plaque on the path. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved use of donated funds for a commemorative plaque on the Pelican Path (unanimous consent)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance that would require a conditional use permit for gasoline service stations/convenience stores in the C-2, C-3, STCOD, and LI zoning districts. The council will also consider removing a no-parking zone on Baywood Drive, contributing up to $5,000 to a coastal study, and designating a council representative for a trip to Washington D.C. Several proclamations and routine reports are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2023-07 to make gas stations/convenience stores a conditional use in C-2, C-3, STCOD, and LI districts
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-09 to remove no parking zone on Baywood Drive
• Contribution of up to $5,000 to Bay Area Coastal Protection Alliance for Arch Gate design study
• Designation of council representative for Citizens for Space Exploration trip to Washington D.C. (May 22-24, 2023)
• Discussion on amending golf cart regulations to include off-highway vehicles

City Council approved first readings of ordinances to make gasoline service stations a conditional use and to remove the no parking zone on Baywood Drive. The Council also authorized a $5,000 contribution for a coastal barrier project study and updated golf cart regulations to include off-highway vehicles.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-07 making gasoline service stations a Conditional Use (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-09 to remove no parking zone on Baywood Drive (4-2)
• Approved contribution up to $5,000 to Bay Area Coastal Protection Alliance for Arch Gate design study (5-1)
• Denied designation of a Council representative for Citizens for Space Exploration trip to Washington D.C. (Unanimous)
• Approved amending golf cart ordinances to include Off-Highway Vehicles for city-wide street use, excluding the trail to Ed White Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved March 21 and March 28 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a variance to the city’s zoning code. The variance would relax minimum lot size and depth requirements for Lots 6 & 7 in the Edgewater Townhomes subdivision. The hearing is open to public comment.

• Variance request for Lots 6 & 7, Block 2 of Edgewater Townhomes, 2102 Todville Road
• Relax minimum lot size from 7,500 sq ft and minimum lot depth from 90 ft
• Owner: Edmund Home Builders LLC, 1002 Willow Vale Drive
• Applicant: Darrell Weigelt, 1002 Willow Vale Drive
• Property located east of Todville Road, north of Muecke Road, south of Hammer Street, west of East Galveston Bay

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request from Edmund Home Builders LLC for property at 2102 Todville Road, seeking relief from the R-1 district's minimum lot size (7,500 sq ft) and lot depth (90 ft) requirements. The board will also conduct a training session on zoning enforcement, approve prior meeting minutes, and may enter executive session to consult with the city attorney on enforcement matters.

• Public hearing on variance request for 2102 Todville Road (Lots 6 & 7, Block 2, Edgewater Townhomes) to reduce minimum lot size and depth requirements
• Consideration of action on the variance request
• Training session on Seabrook City Code Appendix A, Article 12 (Enforcement)
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2023 BOA meeting
• Executive session to consult with City Attorney on Article 12 legal matters

The Board of Adjustment approved a request to reduce minimum lot size and depth requirements for a property previously occupied by townhouses destroyed during Hurricane Ike. The board also conducted a training session on zoning enforcement and appeals protocols.

• Approved variance to reduce minimum lot size to 5,586 sq ft and lot depth to 73.50' (5-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation of the FY2021-2022 audit report from Belt Harris Pechacek and to consider accepting the audit and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). The meeting includes public comments and announcements, but the main action item is the audit acceptance.

• Presentation of FY2021-2022 Audit Report by Belt Harris Pechacek
• Consideration to accept Audit and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for FY2021-2022

The Seabrook City Council held a special meeting on March 28, 2023, where the only substantive action was accepting the audit and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for fiscal year 2021-2022. The motion passed unanimously. The audit was presented by a representative from Belt Harris Pechacek, who noted the city has healthy balances.

• Accepted audit and CAFR for FY2021-2022 (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve a conditional use permit for a music venue at 2623 Nasa Rd. 1, and a rezoning request for the Seabrook Plaza Planned Unit Development. The council will also consider a six-month extension for the 'Retail at the Commons' project and address other local matters.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for a music venue at 2623 Nasa Rd. 1
• Second reading approval of Ordinance 2023-04 rezoning Seabrook Plaza (PUD) to Planned Unit Development
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-08 granting Conditional Use Permit for music venue at 2623 Nasa Rd. 1
• Six-month extension request for 'Retail at the Commons' project completion to November 18, 2023
• Reconsideration of Baywood Drive as a no-parking zone per Ordinance 2023-02

City Council voted 4-3 to deny a conditional use permit for a music venue at 2623 Nasa Road 1. The council also approved a mixed-use development rezoning for Seabrook Plaza and authorized audio/visual upgrades for the Council Chamber.

• Denied Conditional Use Permit for music venue at 2623 Nasa Road 1 (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-04 rezoning 11.096 acres to Planned Unit Development for Seabrook Plaza
• Approved $142,000 maximum for Council Chamber audio/visual infrastructure by Ford AV
• Approved six-month project completion extension for WMF Investments 'Retail at the Commons' to Nov 18, 2023
• Rescinded Feb 21, 2023 allocation of $12,785 in Celebration Seabrook proceeds to four entities
• Directed staff to draft an ordinance to remove the no parking zone on Baywood Drive
• Approved minutes from Jan 24, Feb 21, and March 7, 2023 meetings

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two zoning changes: rezoning 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 residential to C-1 light commercial, and amending the zoning code to allow CBD sales as a permitted use in C-2 medium commercial districts. The commission will also discuss creating zoning boundaries and regulations for the Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts, plus routine items like approving prior minutes.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1
• Public hearing and action on adding 'Cannabidiol (CBD) Sales' as a 'Use by Right' in C-2 districts
• Discussion on zoning district boundaries and regulations for Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts
• Approve minutes from February 16, 2023 P&Z meeting
• Director's report on actions sent to City Council

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission denied a request to rezone 1.76 acres at 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 residential to C-1 light commercial, with the motion failing unanimously. The commission approved adding Cannabidiol (CBD) Sales as a Use by Right within C-2 medium commercial districts, and also approved adding CBD Sales as a Use by Right within C-3 and L-I districts. The commission discussed but took no action on creating zoning district boundaries for the Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts, deferring to allow a developer to potentially present a Planned Unit Development.

• Denied rezoning of 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1 (motion failed unanimously)
• Approved adding CBD Sales as a Use by Right in C-2 district (4-3)
• Approved adding CBD Sales as a Use by Right in C-3 and L-I districts (6-1)
• Approved minutes from February 16, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred discussion on Red Bluff and Office Warehouse zoning boundaries

Public Notice

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adding Cannabidiol (CBD) sales as a permitted use in Medium Commercial Districts. The commission will also consider a request to rezone 2817 Sams Drive from single-family residential to light commercial.

• Proposed amendment to add 'Cannabidiol (CBD) Sales' as a 'Use by Right' in C-2 districts
• Rezoning request for 2817 Sams Drive from R-1 to C-1
• Public hearing for Thomas G. Binig regarding 2817 Sams Drive

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint meeting with the City Council to consider a request for a Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Seabrook Plaza project. The proposed development includes hotels, a conference center, retail space, and a 300-unit apartment complex on an 11-acre site. The commission may take action on the request.

• Final PUD for Seabrook Plaza: boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom, ~52,000 sq ft retail, ~300 luxury apartments on 11.096 acres
• Applicant: Seabrook Plaza One, LP, Houston, TX
• Location: north of Clear Lake, south of NASA Road One, west of Elam Street
• Agenda includes Ordinance No. 2023-04 briefing

The Commission approved the Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Seabrook Plaza project. The development includes a boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, commercial space, and a 300-unit multi-family complex. Approval was granted with several specific amendments to the development's notes, phasing, and administrative relief provisions.

• Approved Final PUD for Seabrook Plaza (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint public hearing and regular meeting to consider a final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Seabrook Plaza, a mixed-use project with hotels, conference space, retail, and apartments. The council will also vote on first reading of the PUD ordinance, approve budget amendments, and discuss other business.

• Joint public hearing on Seabrook Plaza PUD: boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, 52,000 sq ft retail, 300-unit luxury apartments on 11.096 acres
• First reading of Ordinance 2023-04 to rezone three tracts (approx. 11.096 acres) from Waterfront Activity District to Planned Unit Development
• Bid award to Jeffrey S. Ward & Associates Inc. for Home Elevation Grant services, not to exceed $9,000
• Ordinance 2023-05: budget amendment adding $2,819,512.30 for FY 2021-22 encumbrances
• Ordinance 2023-06: budget amendment adding $40,957.51 for FY 2022-23 hotel occupancy tax funds

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2023-04, rezoning about 11.096 acres to create the Seabrook Plaza Planned Unit Development, which will include hotels, a conference center, retail space, and up to 300 multi-family units. The council also awarded a $9,000 contract to Jeffrey S. Ward & Associates for home elevation grant services and approved two budget amendment ordinances for department encumbrances. A motion was passed to place a comparison of AV recording system options on the next agenda.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-04 creating Seabrook Plaza PUD (unanimous)
• Awarded $9,000 contract to Jeffrey S. Ward & Associates for home elevation grant services (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 amending FY2021-22 budget by $2,819,512.30 for encumbrances (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 amending FY2022-23 budget by $40,957.51 for hotel occupancy tax funds (unanimous)
• Placed AV recording system comparison (Ford AV vs. Swagit) on next agenda (unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint public hearing to discuss a request for approval of a Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Seabrook Plaza development. The project includes a boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom, about 52,000 square feet of commercial/retail space, and a 300-unit luxury apartment complex on an 11.096-acre tract. The public may speak for or against the request.

• Final PUD for Seabrook Plaza on 11.096 acres
• Includes boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom
• Approximately 52,000 sq ft commercial/retail space
• Approximately 300-unit luxury multi-family apartment complex
• Applicant: Seabrook Plaza One, LP

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider setting the date for a Police Entry-Level Exam, proposed for April 15, 2023. The agenda also includes routine items: approving the February 20, 2023 meeting minutes and establishing future meeting dates. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Set date for Police Entry-Level Exam, proposed April 15, 2023
• Approve February 20, 2023 Civil Service Commission meeting minutes
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss economic development activities, consider a revised incentives policy, and take action on several business incentive items, including a six-month extension for WMF Investments and a reimbursement for a natural gas line at Seabrook Marina. The board will also enter a closed executive session to discuss potential financial incentives for a business prospect.

• Six-month extension request from WMF Investments for 'Retail at the Commons' to extend completion date to November 18, 2023
• Consideration of City Council denial of incentive ratification for Seabrook Marina natural gas line reimbursement up to $8,520
• Discussion and possible direction on revised Incentives Policy (Resolution 2023-1)
• Possible action on publication of Project Notice for Resolution 2023-01/EDC with public hearing April 13
• Discussion of adding two alternate members to the EDC Board (non-voting)

The Board approved a six-month completion extension for the Retail at the Commons project. It also modified a gas line incentive for the Seabrook Marina to require an active lease before reimbursement. The Board approved the publication of a Project Notice for Resolution 2023-01/EDC.

• Approved six-month extension for WMF Investments 'Retail at the Commons' to November 18, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved modification of Seabrook Marina gas line incentive (up to $8,520) to include lease requirements (Unanimous)
• Approved publication of Project Notice for Resolution 2023-01/EDC with public hearing on April 13 (Unanimous)
• Determined no action needed regarding City Council request for alternate board members
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will discuss and possibly act on a Native Plant Ordinance and video security for parks and parking areas. They will also receive updates on park repairs, grants, and bids for the Carothers Coastal Garden project, and plan volunteer projects.

• Discuss Native Plant Ordinance (sample attached)
• Discuss video security for all Seabrook parks and parking areas
• Update on bids for Carothers Coastal Garden electrical, irrigation, and tree removal
• Discuss Baybrook Butterfly Waystation spring planting work day
• Review list of committee recommendations forwarded to City Council

The Open Space and Trails Committee tabled a proposed Native Plant Ordinance until the April meeting and recommended posting 'park at your own risk' signs in park parking lots. The committee also discussed park security options, reviewed park updates, and set a Butterfly Waystation work day.

• Tabled Native Plant Ordinance until April OST meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended posting 'park at your own risk' signs in park parking lots (5-1, Harper opposed)
• Set Butterfly Waystation work day for March 11 at 9 AM
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee

The Seabrook Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee is meeting to discuss the substation project status, review aesthetic and mitigation plans from CenterPoint Energy for a substation in Red Oak Acres, and consider minutes from the previous meeting. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Status update on substation project with special counsel
• Review of CenterPoint Energy's aesthetic plans and mitigation improvements for Red Oak Acres substation
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2023 meeting
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The committee approved the minutes from the February 20, 2023, meeting. Members reached a consensus to allow the Chair and City Manager to determine the date for the next meeting after CenterPoint receives and reviews the mitigation priority list.

• Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled scheduling of future meetings (consensus)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on ordinances, resolutions, and agreements, including adding E. Meyer and Baywood streets as no-parking zones, submitting a grant application to Harris County Precinct 2, and approving $95,820 in public safety expenditures. The council will also review quarterly investment reports and extend an agreement with the Port of Houston Authority.

• Approve Ordinance 2023-02 to add E. Meyer and Baywood streets as no-parking zones
• Submit Resolution 2023-03 grant application to Harris County Precinct 2 for partnership project
• Approve $95,820 in expenditures from the Public Safety Fund
• Extend 2007 Industrial District Agreement with Port of Houston Authority for 90 days
• Approve Interlocal Agreement with League City for Gulf Region Information and Dispatch (GRID) System

The Seabrook City Council approved on second reading an ordinance adding E. Meyer and Baywood streets as no-parking zones, with an amendment limiting the E. Meyer restriction to the 400 block between State Highway 146 and the Bay. The council also approved several routine items, including a Harris County Precinct 2 grant application, an interlocal agreement with League City for the GRID dispatch system, $95,820 in Public Safety Fund expenditures, a 90-day extension of the Port of Houston Authority agreement, and distribution of Celebration Seabrook proceeds. No action was taken on items discussed in closed executive session.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-02 adding E. Meyer and Baywood as no-parking zones, amended to 400 block on E. Meyer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 for Harris County Precinct 2 Partnership Project grant application (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with League City for GRID dispatch system (unanimous)
• Approved $95,820 in 2023 Public Safety Fund expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day extension of 2007 Industrial District Agreement with Port of Houston Authority (unanimous)
• Approved equal distribution of Celebration Seabrook proceeds to HOT fund, Animal Shelter, Share Your Christmas, and Bay Area Veterans Memorial (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda excluding item 3.1, including investment reports and meeting minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission is meeting to elect a new chair and vice chair, establish future meeting dates, and hear public comments. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no substantive policy decisions listed.

• Election of new Chair and Vice Chair per Section 143.006
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Future meeting dates and agenda items to be established

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission held a brief meeting on February 20, 2023, and unanimously re-elected Byron Hanssen as Chair and Steven Dean as Vice Chair. No public comments were scheduled, and future meeting dates were left open. The meeting adjourned after about one minute.

• Re-elected Byron Hanssen as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Steven Dean as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Left future meeting dates open

Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee

The Seabrook Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the minutes from its previous meeting, finalize a list of questions and concerns to submit to CenterPoint Energy regarding mitigation for the proposed substation in Red Oak Acres, and set the agenda for future meetings. This is a working session focused on coordinating the city's response to the substation project.

• Approval of February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of comprehensive list of mitigation questions for CenterPoint Energy
• Establishing agenda for next and future meetings

The committee determined that Chair Shannahan will finalize a list of questions and send them to the City Manager for submission to CenterPoint. The next meeting is scheduled for 6-8 weeks after CenterPoint provides answers or experts are available.

• Determined by unanimous consent that Chair Shannahan will finalize and send questions to the City Manager for submission to CenterPoint

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a re-plat and extension of the Miramar Shopping Center at 2000 Bayport Boulevard. They will also consider amending the zoning code to make gasoline service stations/convenience stores a conditional use in several commercial and industrial districts, and discuss creating zoning for the Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and a director's report.

• Public hearing and action on re-plat and extension of Miramar Shopping Center (2000 Bayport Blvd)
• Zoning code amendment: Gasoline Service Station/Convenience Store from 'Use by Right' to 'Conditional Use' in C-2, C-3, STCOD, and LI districts
• Discussion on zoning district boundaries and regulations for Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2022, January 17, 2023 joint meeting, and January 19, 2023 meetings
• Director's report on actions sent to City Council

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a re-plat for the Miramar Shopping Center and amended the City Code to require conditional use permits for gas stations in several districts. The board also discussed potential regulations for the Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts.

• Approved Re-plat and Extension of Miramar Shopping Center (Unanimous)
• Approved changing Gasoline Service Station/Convenience Store from 'Use by Right' to 'Conditional Use' in C-2, C-3, STCOD, and LI districts (Unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2023 joint meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on February 16, 2023, to discuss a request for approval of a re-plat and extension of the MiraMar Shopping Center. The applicant is Gruller Surveying, LLC, and the owner is Miramar Beltline GP, LLC. The property is located at 2000 Bayport Boulevard. The public is invited to speak for or against the request.

• Re-plat and extension of MiraMar Shopping Center
• Applicant: Gruller Surveying, LLC, 1244 N. Post Oak, Ste. 200, Houston TX 77055
• Owner: Miramar Beltline GP, LLC, 2000 Bayport Blvd., Seabrook, TX 77586
• Property location: east of Bayport Blvd, south of Hialeah Dive, north of Elmar Lane, west of Bahama Drive

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special workshop meeting to discuss short- and long-term goals for the city, focusing on strategic planning and setting priorities for city business. This is a discussion-only session, with no formal action expected, and draft work products may be brought to future meetings for consideration.

• Workshop on city goals and priorities
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Meeting held at Casa Mare, 4810 Todville Road

The Seabrook City Council met in a special workshop to discuss short- and long-term goals, review the citizen survey, and prioritize action items for the FY2022-2023 Strategic Plan. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the City Manager and department directors will develop action steps and bring the completed plan back for future approval. Public comments requested amending the golf cart ordinance to include utility vehicles, but no action was taken.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during workshop
• Discussed strategic plan priorities and citizen survey results
• City Manager and directors to draft action steps for FY2022-2023 Strategic Plan

Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee

The Seabrook Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on mitigation efforts by CenterPoint Energy, which will be reported to the City Council. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and set the next meeting date.

• Review and action on minutes of January 11, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of mitigation efforts by CenterPoint Energy for report to City Council
• Establish agenda and date for next committee meeting

The Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee meeting on February 8, 2023, was purely procedural. The only recorded action was the adjournment at 8:22 PM. No substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions were recorded in the minutes.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 PM

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss park-related items, including a butterfly waystation update, scheduling a volunteer work day, and potential grant applications. The agenda includes consent items, new business, and routine reports, with no major funding decisions or rezonings.

• Baybrook Park Butterfly Waystation update for American Heritage High School Level Award
• Scheduling volunteer work day for casita at Carothers Coastal Garden
• Discussion on applying for Governor's Community Achievement Awards (GCAA)
• Approval of minutes from January 5 and January 12, 2023 meetings
• Update on Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness event

The Open Space and Trails Committee approved the minutes from January 5 and January 12, 2023, by unanimous consent. The committee discussed adding alternate voting members but took no formal action; a poll showed 4 yes and 3 no votes on both adding alternates and allowing them to vote. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved January 5, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 12, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed adding alternate voting members; poll showed 4-3 in favor, no action taken

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider a bid award for the GEON to Red Bluff Waterline Interconnect (CIP W21) for up to $187,344, and additional funding of up to $472,488.84 for the E. Meyer Sidewalk project. They will also vote on a grant application for ballistic shields, a budget amendment, and a first reading of a no-parking ordinance for E. Meyer and Baywood streets. The meeting includes ceremonial items for a new police officer and a promotion.

• Bid award to Bull-G Construction, LLC for GEON to Red Bluff Waterline Interconnect, not to exceed $187,344.00
• Additional funding for E. Meyer Sidewalk project (Harris County Precinct 2 Partnership), not to exceed $472,488.84
• Resolution 2023-02: authorize grant application to Texas Office of the Governor for ballistic shields ($41,750.82)
• Ordinance 2023-01: budget amendment adding $472,489 for Gen CIP Fund 28
• Ordinance 2023-02: first reading to add E. Meyer and Baywood as no parking zones (penalty up to $200)

City Council approved a contract for a waterline interconnect and additional funding for the E. Meyer sidewalk project. The council also authorized a grant application for ballistic shields and amended the fiscal year budget. A first reading of an ordinance to create new no-parking zones was approved.

• Approved Bull-G Construction, LLC contract for GEON to Red Bluff Waterline Interconnect not to exceed $187,344.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 to apply for $41,750.82 in state grant funds for ballistic shields (Unanimous)
• Approved additional funding for E. Meyer Sidewalk project not to exceed $472,488.84 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 to amend the budget by adding $472,489 for GEN CIP FUND 28 (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2023-02 to designate E. Meyer and Baywood as no parking zones (5-2)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special meeting to receive presentations about a possible November bond program covering emergency services, streets, drainage, parks, aquatic facilities, fire apparatus, and other capital projects. The city's financial advisor will also present on the property tax implications of issuing bonds and the timing of a bond election. No formal action is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on possible November Bond Program for capital projects including Emergency Services, Streets, Sidewalks, Drainage, Parks, Aquatic Facilities, Fire Apparatus, and Training Facilities
• Presentation from BOK Financial Securities on ad valorem tax implications for bond issuance and election timing
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker, with online registration available

The Seabrook City Council held a special meeting to receive presentations on a possible November bond program covering emergency services, streets, parks, and fire facilities, along with the associated tax implications. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned after the presentations.

Ethics Review Commission

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission is meeting to handle routine business, specifically establishing future meeting dates and agenda items. The commission will also consider the recent retirement of the City Attorney. Public comments are permitted on any city-related subject, limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items
• Consideration of recent retirement of City Attorney

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to approve the Minor Plat of Clear Creek Business Park Section 1, Lot 2. The item involves a 0.5517-acre subdivision at 2650 Bayport Boulevard, with the purpose of creating one unrestricted reserve. The hearing is open to public comment.

• Request for approval of Minor Plat of Clear Creek Business Park Section 1, Lot 2 (0.5517-acre subdivision at 2650 Bayport Boulevard)
• Applicant: Mary M McKenzie, Hovis Surveying Company Inc.
• Owner: Riyaz Maknojia and Aziz N. Ali, Fondren Real Estate, LLC
• Public hearing to discuss and take comments on the request

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of a minor plat for Clear Creek Business Park Section 1, Lot 2, a 0.5517-acre parcel at 2650 Bayport Boulevard. The commission will also discuss creating zoning district boundaries and regulations for the Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts, and receive a report on actions sent to City Council.

• Public hearing on Minor Plat of Clear Creek Business Park Section 1, Lot 2 (0.5517 acres, 2650 Bayport Boulevard)
• Consider approval of the minor plat request
• Discussion on zoning district boundaries and regulations for Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts
• Report from Director of Planning on actions sent to City Council

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the Minor Plat for Clear Creek Business Park Section 1, Lot 2, a 0.5517-acre subdivision at 2650 Bayport Boulevard, to create one unrestricted reserve for a future Quick Service Restaurant. The motion was made by Ed Klein, seconded by Darrell Picha, and carried by unanimous consent. The commission also discussed creating new zoning districts (OW1 and C-1A) and related regulations for the Red Bluff and Office Warehouse Districts, but took no action on that item.

• Approved Minor Plat for Clear Creek Business Park Section 1, Lot 2 (unanimous)
• Discussed creation of new zoning districts OW1 and C-1A, no action taken
• Set next meeting for February 16, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
• Adjourned at 7:24 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will meet jointly with the City Council to consider a preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Seabrook Plaza, which would include a boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom, about 25,000 square feet of retail, and a 300-unit luxury apartment complex on an 11.096-acre tract. The meeting also includes a public comment period. This is a decision item, not just discussion.

• Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Plaza: boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom, ~25,000 sq ft retail, 300-unit luxury apartments on 11.096 acres
• Joint meeting with Seabrook City Council
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the Seabrook Plaza project, which includes a boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center and ballroom, about 25,000 square feet of retail space, and a roughly 300-unit luxury apartment complex on an 11.096-acre tract. The approval was granted by unanimous consent after discussion of signage, traffic light adjustments, parking, and property line issues. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Plaza (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:07 p.m.

City Council

The Seabrook City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint public hearing and regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Seabrook Plaza, which includes a boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom, about 25,000 sq. ft. of retail, and a 260-unit luxury apartment complex on an 11.096-acre tract. The council will also consider a bid award for sidewalk and curb replacement, discuss filing a complaint with the PUC about an electrical substation near Red Oaks Acres, and vote on a resolution to extend an ad hoc committee for substation mitigation. A closed executive session is scheduled for legal consultation on a lawsuit.

• Joint public hearing and consideration of Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Plaza (hotels, conference center, retail, 260 apartments) on 11.096 acres
• Bid award to Greenscape Six, LLC for sidewalk, ramp, and curb removal/replacement citywide (FY2022-2023)
• Discussion on filing formal complaint with PUC regarding electrical substation location abutting Red Oaks Acres Subdivision
• Resolution 2023-01 to extend ad hoc committee for electrical substation mitigation improvements in Red Oaks Acres
• Closed executive session on legal issues in DHI Fund LP v. City of Seabrook (Cause No. 202218911)

The City Council unanimously approved a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Seabrook Plaza, which includes a boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom, about 25,000 sq. ft. of retail, and a 260-unit luxury apartment complex on an 11.096-acre tract. The council also approved a $50,000 sidewalk contract with Greenscape Six, LLC, extended the electrical substation ad hoc committee by 90 days, and directed staff to gather information for a potential PUC complaint about the substation location.

• Approved Preliminary PUD for Seabrook Plaza (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 sidewalk contract with Greenscape Six, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 extending substation ad hoc committee 90 days (unanimous)
• Directed staff to gather information for possible PUC complaint on substation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including January 3, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss the Carothers Coastal Garden East Track project. Discussion topics include the casita, future trails, and tree removal.

• Carothers Coastal Garden East Track project discussion

The Open Space and Trails Committee discussed next steps for the Carothers Coastal Garden East Track project, including casita rehabilitation, future trails, and tree removal. A motion was made and seconded to receive infrastructure bids, remove all tagged trees, and move forward with infrastructure, berm, and primary and secondary trails. The motion's outcome (approved or not) is not recorded in the minutes.

• Motion to receive infrastructure bids, remove tagged trees, and proceed with trails (outcome not recorded)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a closed session to evaluate the EDC Attorney, followed by possible action on engaging Olson & Olson, LLP for legal representation. The board will also consider electing officers, renewing the SEDC Incentives Policy, and nominating board members for two Washington D.C. trips. Additionally, the board will hear a director's report on economic development activities and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Closed executive session to deliberate evaluation and duties of EDC Attorney (Section 551.074)
• Possible action on engagement of Olson & Olson, LLP for legal representation
• Election of officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer)
• Renewal of Incentives Policy via Resolution 2023-01
• Nominations for BAHEP trip (May 22-24, 2023) and Economic Alliance Advocacy Trip (March 27-30, 2023) to Washington D.C.

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation met on January 12, 2023, and approved a contract with Olson & Olson, LLP for legal representation. The board also re-elected its officers, keeping the current roster with Ann Wacker as Secretary. Several agenda items, including the incentives policy renewal and nominations for D.C. trips, were discussed but no action was taken. The minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting were tabled for revision.

• Approved contract with Olson & Olson, LLP as legal representative (unanimous)
• Re-elected officers: Paul Dunphey (Chair), Terry Chapman (Vice-Chair), Kevin Ferguson (Treasurer), Ann Wacker (Secretary) (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of November 17, 2022 minutes for revisions (unanimous)

Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee

The Seabrook Electrical Substation Mitigation Improvements Committee will meet to receive updates from CenterPoint Energy on substation mitigation improvements, review minutes from the December 2022 meeting, discuss mitigation recommendations for the Seabrook City Council, and set a date for the next committee meeting. This is a non-decision-making committee meeting open to public comment.

• Presentation of CenterPoint Energy Substation Mitigation Improvements Updates by Carlton Porter
• Consideration of minutes from December 7, 2022 ESMI Committee Meeting No. 1
• Discussion of mitigation recommendations for report to Seabrook City Council
• Establishment of agenda and date for next Committee meeting

The ESMI Committee approved the minutes of its December 7, 2022 meeting and discussed mitigation recommendations for the CenterPoint substation. Members agreed to recommend that the City file a complaint with the Public Utilities Commission and request environmental, noise, light, and EMF studies, plus copies of environmental and soil samples. The next meeting was set for February 8, 2023. No final action was taken on the recommendations themselves.

• Approved minutes of December 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to recommend PUC complaint and environmental/noise/light/EMF studies
• Agreed to request environmental and soil samples from CenterPoint
• Set next meeting for February 8, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider variances for three adjacent lots at 3319, 3321, and 3325 Todville Road. The applicant seeks relief from setback, lot size, lot width, and landscaping requirements to allow construction of two single-family homes on the combined parcels.

• Variance request to reduce side yard setback on 3321 Todville Road from 15 feet to 10 feet
• Variance request to reduce minimum lot size on 3321 Todville Road to 3,496 sq ft and 3325 Todville Road to 4,069 sq ft
• Variance request to reduce minimum lot width on 3321 Todville Road to 29.6 feet and 3325 Todville Road to 45.6 feet
• Variance request to waive required front yard landscaping and tree planting for both lots
• Owner: Robinson 2000 Real Estate LLC; Applicant: Michael Porterfield

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request to build two residences on re-designated lots. The applicant is seeking several variances related to side yard setbacks, lot size, lot width, and landscaping requirements.

• Public hearing for variance at 3319, 3321 and 3325 Todville Road
• Request to reduce side yard setback at 3321 Todville Road to 10 feet
• Request to reduce lot sizes for 3321 and 3325 Todville Road to 3,496 and 4,069 square feet
• Request to reduce lot widths at 3321 and 3325 Todville Road to 29.6 and 45.6 feet
• Request to waive front yard landscaping and tree requirements

The Board of Adjustment denied a request to reduce the side yard setback for a residential project at 3321 Todville Road. The Board also approved the minutes from the October 17, 2022 meeting.

• Denied variance to reduce side yard setback at 3321 Todville Road from 15 feet to 10 feet (2-2, 1 abstain)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss park-related updates and projects, including a Butterfly Waystation at Baybrook Park, the Carothers Coastal Garden East Track project, and a Tree Planting Day. The agenda includes public comments, consent agenda approval of prior minutes, and routine reports on volunteer hours and recommendations to City Council.

• Baybrook Park Butterfly Waystation update for American Heritage High School Level Award
• Discussion and action on Carothers Coastal Garden East Track project next steps
• Update on Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness and proposed planting locations
• Report on status of committee recommendations forwarded to City Council
• Approval of December 8, 2022 meeting minutes

The Open Space and Trails Committee met on January 5, 2023, and approved the minutes from the December 8, 2022 meeting by unanimous consent. The committee discussed updates on park repairs, community events, and volunteer projects, and planned next steps for the Carothers Coastal Garden East Tract, including a casita upgrade and onsite meeting. No other formal votes were taken; most items were informational or planning discussions.

• Approved December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Carothers Coastal Garden walkthrough for January 12, 2023
• Set next meeting for February 2, 2023, 5 PM
• Requested Public Works delay placing large rocks at Carothers Coastal Garden parking lot
• Requested Nemo contact Nicole and Troop 140128 for Hester Butterfly Garden work day

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to consider appointments, approve minutes, and discuss a proposed engineering contract for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive improvements. The agenda includes a closed executive session on an industrial district agreement renewal and city attorney/manager evaluations.

• Approve engineering services proposal with Cobb Fendley for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive improvements, not to exceed $29,536.00
• Appoint three members to the Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee for terms expiring January 1, 2026
• Reappoint Steve Gillett to the Harris County Subsidence District Board of Directors for a two-year term
• Discuss appointing alternate members to all city boards and commissions
• Discuss appointing a Charter Review Commission for a November 2023 charter amendment election

The Seabrook City Council held its regular meeting on January 3, 2023, and took several unanimous actions. Key decisions included reappointing three members to the Open Space and Trails Committee, approving the consent agenda, appointing Mayor Pro Tem Buddy Hammann to assist in Industrial District Agreement negotiations, reappointing Steve Gillett to the Harris County Subsidence District Board, and approving an engineering services proposal for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive improvements. After closed executive sessions, the council approved an agreement with Olson & Olson for interim legal services until a new City Attorney is hired.

• Reappointed Debra Harper, Nehemiah Jackson, and David Popken to Open Space and Trails Committee (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from four prior meetings (unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Buddy Hammann to assist in Industrial District Agreement negotiations (unanimous)
• Reappointed Steve Gillett to Harris County Subsidence District Board for two-year term (unanimous)
• Approved Cobb Fendley engineering services proposal for Lakewood Yacht Club Drive improvements, not to exceed $29,536 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Olson & Olson for interim legal services until new City Attorney hired (unanimous)