Seabrook public meetings in 2024

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to consider an appeal by five officers challenging questions on the November 15, 2024 promotional exam for Sergeant, and to approve the resulting eligibility list. The meeting is open to public comment, with each speaker limited to four minutes.

• Appeal by Kimberly Boniface, Derrick Christensen, Jason Emerson, Daniel Kirby, and Matthew Sterling regarding Sergeant exam questions
• Consideration of approval for the Sergeant eligibility list from the November 15, 2024 written exam

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission reviewed appeals from five officers challenging questions on the November 15, 2024 Sergeant promotional exam. The commission unanimously sustained the answer key for questions #6 and #29, and unanimously eliminated questions #17, #41, #52, #96, #97, and #99. The commission tabled approval of the Sergeant eligibility list until after an Assessment Center is conducted.

• Sustained answer key for Question #6 (unanimous)
• Eliminated test question #17 (unanimous)
• Sustained answer key for Question #29 (unanimous)
• Eliminated test question #41 (unanimous)
• Eliminated test question #52 (unanimous)
• Eliminated test questions #96, #97, #99 (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of Sergeant eligibility list until after Assessment Center

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to consider recommendations to City Council, including allocating up to $160,000 in Keep Texas Beautiful grant proceeds for TXDOT right-of-way improvements and a development plan for the Carothers Community Gardens Orchard. The committee will also discuss park repairs, a proposed Little Library at Friendship Park, and the Carothers Grading and Drainage Project re-bid. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Recommendation on allocation of Keep Texas Beautiful Grant proceeds up to $160,000 for TXDOT right-of-way improvements
• Development plan and funding allocation for CIP 19 Phase 2 – Carothers Community Gardens Orchard
• Recommendation on installing a Little Library at Friendship Park by Girl Scout Troop 140034
• Discussion on Carothers Grading and Drainage Project re-bid process
• Discussion on Bayside Park expansion at Main Street Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee approved a recommendation to City Council for Girl Scout Troop 140034 to install a Little Library at Friendship Park. The committee also discussed, but took no action on, a job description review, CIP 19 Phase 2 collaboration, and allocation of $160,000 in Keep Texas Beautiful grant funds. Minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for Girl Scout Little Library at Friendship Park (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to reappointed members Jones and Coggeshall
• Discussed job description and roles of OST committee; no action taken
• Discussed collaboration on CIP 19 Phase 2 Carothers Community Gardens Orchard; no action taken
• Discussed $160,000 Keep Texas Beautiful grant for TXDOT right-of-way improvements; no action taken

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider a business incentive application for commercial facade improvements at 2622 NASA Parkway, with a proposed amount not to exceed $55,000. The board will also discuss funding irrigation costs for the SH 146 Beautification Project, nominate a Business-of-the-Year, and appoint a director to a stakeholder committee for the Bayside Park expansion. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential financial incentives for a business prospect.

• Incentive application by Seabrook Retail LLC for facade improvements at 2622 NASA Parkway, up to $55,000
• Discussion on funding irrigation costs for SH 146 Beautification Project
• Nomination of Business-of-the-Year with one-year memberships to Seabrook Association and Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce
• Appointment of one EDC director to Stakeholder Committee for Bayside Park expansion
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.087 for economic development negotiations

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 3, 2024, to discuss and act on a range of items, including presentations, consent agenda ordinances, and new business. Key actions include considering the abandonment of Bay Vista Drive for a private gated street, approving several zoning ordinance amendments, and discussing a $100,000 advertising partnership with Space Center Houston funded by hotel occupancy tax. The meeting also includes updates on the water supply feasibility study and a potential new police station site.

• Presentation and action on abandoning Bay Vista Drive for a private, gated street (Section 75-29)
• Second readings of ordinances defining 'Smoke and Head Shop', 'CBD Cannabidiol Sales', 'Vape Shop', 'Mobile Food Vendor', 'Mobile Vending', and updating the zoning map (Ordinances 2024-27 through 2024-32)
• Ordinance to update speed limits on State Highway 146 frontage roads (Ordinance 2024-35)
• Discussion of $100,000 Space Center Houston advertising partnership from HOT fund
• Action on starting construction for Carothers Community Gardens Phase 2 Orchards (CIP P19)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of the preliminary plat for Lake Mija Village Sections 4 and 5, which includes 110 lots, 5 blocks, and 4 reserves. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for new members, approval of prior meeting minutes, and routine reports.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat for Lake Mija Village Sections 4 and 5 (110 lots, 5 blocks, 4 reserves)
• Swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed P&Z Commission members
• Approve minutes from August 6, 2024 joint City Council and P&Z meeting
• Approve minutes from October 24, 2024 regular P&Z meeting
• Report on status of actions sent to City Council

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will discuss and potentially act on a May 2025 bond election for a new police station and municipal pool, including tax implications and timing. They will also hold public hearings and first readings on zoning amendments for smoke/head shops, CBD sales, vape shops, mobile vending, and mobile food vendors, plus consider several contracts and ordinances.

• Discussion of May 2025 bond election for police station and municipal pool
• Public hearings on zoning definitions for smoke/head shops, CBD sales, vape shops, mobile vending, and mobile food vendors
• First readings of ordinances 2024-27 through 2024-34 and 2024-35 (zoning, park hours, lateral police officers, speed limits)
• Approval of $83,000 professional services agreement with Kimley Horn for Bayside Park expansion
• Approval of $88,000 repair proposal for Water Well #3 from Alsay Incorporated

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to consider setting the Police Entrance Exam date for January 18, 2025, and to approve a resolution amending civil service rules to establish minimum eligibility requirements for police officers and rules for hiring experienced officers from other agencies, including seniority compensation. The meeting is open to public comments.

• Set date for Police Entrance Exam: January 18, 2025
• Resolution No. 01-2024 amending Section 143.023 to add minimum eligibility requirements for police officers
• Establish eligibility rules for lateral hires with prior experience from other agencies
• Set seniority compensation for new lateral police hires
• Authorize department head to manage lateral hiring criteria

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider funding professional services for the proposed Bayside Park expansion at the Main Street Wastewater Treatment Plant site, with a cost not to exceed $83,000. The board will also receive updates on strategic plan initiatives, review financial reports, approve prior meeting minutes, and set future meeting dates.

• Funding up to $83,000 for Kimley Horn professional services for Bayside Park expansion (CIP P28)
• Update on Strategic Plan Initiatives and monthly reporting
• EDC Financial Report
• Approve minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting

General

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission will meet to handle routine organizational matters: swearing in newly appointed members, electing a Chair and Vice Chair, and discussing training requirements and conflict-of-interest training dates. No substantive policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Swear-in newly appointed members via Oath and Statements of Appointed Officers
• Select a Chair for the Ethics Review Commission
• Select a Vice Chair for the Ethics Review Commission
• Discuss training requirements and deadlines for certificates
• Discuss setting a date for Conflict of Interest training by Olson & Olson

The Seabrook Ethics Review Commission met on November 12, 2024, and approved the consent agenda, including the minutes from March 26, 2024. New commissioners Nancy Harwell and Kelly Bowman were sworn in, and Nathan Lenna was elected Chair and Marcy Fryday Vice Chair. The commission discussed mandatory training requirements for new members, including Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act training, and agreed to schedule Conflict of Interest training with Olson & Olson after the first of the year.

• Approved consent agenda including March 26, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Swore in new commissioners Nancy Harwell and Kelly Bowman
• Elected Nathan Lenna as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Marcy Fryday as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Agreed to schedule Conflict of Interest training after first of year

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will receive the final report from the 2024 Charter Review Commission and consider submitting its recommendations to voters. The council will also vote on several ordinances, including updates to the master fee schedule and personnel policies, as well as an interlocal agreement with Harris County Public Health for pool inspections. Other actions include budget amendments, a hotel tax advisory board resolution, and various appointments.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-26 updating Master Fee Schedule (parks, animal control, utility fees)
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-25 revising personnel policies on electronic communications
• Interlocal Agreement with Harris County Public Health for pool/spa permitting and inspections
• Budget amendment adding $29,980.36 for Police/EMS/Fire control station radios
• Task Order with Ardurra LLC up to $17,500 for hazard mitigation grant applications (Early Warning System, NASA Water Line)

The Seabrook City Council meeting on November 7, 2024, consisted of informational updates and reports, with no formal votes or decisions recorded in the minutes. Attachments covered a proposed ordinance clarification on dog enclosures, status reports on capital projects (including TxDOT highway work, boat ramp, EMS station, and water/wastewater projects), and the September 2024 financial report. No substantive actions were taken.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded in the minutes

General

The Seabrook City Council and Open Space and Trails Committee will hold a joint workshop to hear a presentation on the TxDOT Landscape Thoroughfare Project, funded through the Green Ribbon Grant Program. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on TxDOT Landscape Thoroughfare Project funded by Green Ribbon Grant Program

The City Council and Open Space and Trails Board held a joint meeting to review the Green Ribbon and Landscaping Plan for SH 146. TxDOT stated no changes will be accepted on the current landscaping contract and all Green Ribbon funds are depleted. The city can submit a new proposal for modifications in 2025, but would bear all costs and require a new agreement and bid package. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• Reviewed Green Ribbon and Landscaping Plan for SH 146
• Noted TxDOT will not accept changes to current landscaping contract
• Noted all Green Ribbon funds are depleted
• Discussed option to submit new proposal to TxDOT in 2025
• Reviewed estimated maintenance costs of $80,000-$120,000 annually

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on several park-related items, including the status of CIP 19 Carothers Phase 2 Orchard, the committee's job description, and live oaks on Main Street. They will also review park maintenance needs, community events, and grant administration, and discuss a grading and drainage plan for the Carothers Coastal Garden.

• Status of CIP 19 Carothers Phase 2 Orchard
• Job description, roles, and duties of the committee
• Live Oaks on Main Street
• Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage plan and RFP
• Staff Appreciation Luncheon planning

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee voted unanimously to resubmit the Carothers Phase 2 Orchard (CIP 19) to City Council for approval, after noting the orchard was not previously approved. The committee also agreed to plant 15 live oaks on Main Street and scheduled the Staff Appreciation Luncheon for November 13, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. No other formal decisions were made; several items were discussed and deferred.

• Approved minutes of October 3, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved resubmission of Orchard (CIP 19) to City Council (unanimous)
• Agreed to plant 15 live oaks on Main Street
• Scheduled Staff Appreciation Luncheon for November 13, 2024 at 11:30 a.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider amendments to the city's zoning code to define and regulate smoke/head shops, CBD sales, vape shops, mobile vending, and mobile food vendors. The commission will also discuss live-streaming future meetings and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Public hearing and action on updating the Official Zoning Map
• Amend zoning code to add definitions for 'Smoke and Head Shop'
• Amend zoning code to add definition for '(CBD) Cannabidiol Sales' and parking regulations
• Amend zoning code to add definition for 'Vape Shop' and land use/parking regulations
• Amend zoning code to add definitions for 'Mobile Vending' and 'Mobile Food Vendor' with land use/parking regulations

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to decide on a $200,000 incentive for restaurant improvements at 1818 NASA Parkway and adopt a new Business Anniversary Celebration Program. The board will also discuss updates to a $1.18M agreement for SH 146 aesthetic improvements and receive routine reports.

• $200,000 incentive for restaurant improvements at 1818 NASA Parkway
• Adoption of Business Anniversary Celebration Program as new BR&E initiative
• $1,183,880.16 update to SH 146 aesthetic improvements agreement
• Executive session to discuss financial incentives and real estate negotiations
• Public comments and strategic plan updates

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider several items, including a first reading of an ordinance updating the Master Fee Schedule for parks, animal control, and utilities, and a first reading of a personnel policy revision on electronic communications. They will also discuss the continuation of the Trap-Neuter-Return project at Seabrook Point and an interlocal agreement with Harris County Public Health for wastewater-based epidemiology. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda approval and committee appointments.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-26 updating Master Fee Schedule (parks, animal control, utility fees)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-25 revising personnel policies on electronic communications (prohibited technologies)
• Continuation of Trap-Neuter-Return project at Seabrook Point
• Interlocal Agreement with Harris County Public Health for Wastewater-Based Epidemiology Program
• Reappointments to Ethics Review Commission (Nathan Lenna, Marcy Fryday, Lilianna Gozalez)

The Seabrook City Council meeting on October 15, 2024, was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions recorded. Staff presented updates on the Open Space and Trails tree-planting project, TxDOT highway projects, water and wastewater projects, and various grants and partnerships.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on several park and trail items, including the Carothers Phase 2 Orchard project, a design for Bayview Park on Main Street, and updates to the city's trails map. They will also consider the committee's job description, plan a groundbreaking ceremony for Carothers, and discuss a grading and drainage plan for the Carothers Coastal Garden. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Consider action on Live Oaks on Main Street
• Discuss status of CIP 19 Carothers Phase 2 Orchard
• Consider action on updating the trails map on the city's website
• Consider action on a design for Bayview Park on Main Street
• Discuss Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage plan and RFP

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee voted unanimously to recommend staff plan a groundbreaking ceremony for the Carothers project. The committee also discussed updates on park items, trail map updates, and the Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage plan, but took no other formal votes.

• Recommended staff plan a groundbreaking ceremony for Carothers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Kept Live Oaks on Main Street item on agenda for next month
• Discussed updating trail map for city website; staff to update after receiving maps

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider several contracts and agreements, including a $192,347 purchase of accessible restrooms funded by ARPA, a $57,078 internet services contract, and a $500,000 interlocal agreement with Harris County for the North Meyer reconstruction study. They will also discuss a complaint against Council Member Joe Machol and hear a report on a flag initiative agreement. The meeting includes routine updates and future agenda planning.

• Approval of Sourcewell Contract #081721-CXT with CXT for $192,347 for two accessible restrooms (ARPA funds)
• Renewal of 5-year contract with PS Lightwave for internet/Ethernet services at $57,078
• Interlocal agreement with Harris County for $500,000 city share toward $1,000,000 North Meyer reconstruction study
• Resolution 2024-22: Incentive Agreement for Miramar Shopping Center parking lot improvements with Miramar Beltline GP, LLC
• Discussion of complaint against Council Member Joe Machol and process for addressing it

General

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will meet to consider a second draft of its report to City Council recommending charter propositions, and may review previously examined articles. The meeting also includes public comments, approval of prior minutes, and scheduling future meetings.

• Approve minutes of September 24, 2024 meeting
• Consider second draft of report to City Council recommending propositions
• Review of Articles I-XII as necessary
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The provided minutes contain no meeting actions or decisions. They consist solely of a charter section describing the Seabrook City Council's composition, terms, and term limits. No votes, approvals, or discussions are recorded.

General

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special meeting to consider and adopt the FY 2024-2025 budgets for the Crime Control and Prevention District, the Economic Development Corporation, and the city's general, enterprise, and special funds. They will also set the 2024 property tax rate at $0.455156 per $100 of valuation. Public hearings are scheduled for each budget and the tax rate before final votes.

• Public hearing and first/final reading of Ordinance 2024-21 adopting the Crime Control and Prevention District budget for FY2025
• Public hearing and first/final reading of Ordinance 2024-20 adopting the Economic Development Corporation budget for FY2025
• Public hearing and first/final reading of Ordinance 2024-19 adopting the General, Enterprise, and Special Funds budget including the Capital Improvement Program for FY2025
• Public hearing and first/final reading of Ordinance 2024-24 levying a property tax rate of $0.455156 per $100 of valuation for 2024
• Election of President and Vice President of the Crime Control and Prevention District Board for a term ending September 2025

General

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve a first draft of a report to City Council recommending propositions, as well as review previously examined charter articles. The meeting includes public comments, approval of prior minutes, and setting future meeting dates.

• Consider first draft of report to City Council recommending propositions
• Review of previously examined Articles I-XII as necessary
• Approve minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

General

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider approving the eligibility list for entry-level police officers based on the September 21, 2024 exams, and to set a date for a promotional exam to Sergeant. They will also approve minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Approve Eligibility List for Police Officer - Entry Level from written and physical agility exam (Sept 21, 2024)
• Set date for promotional exam to Sergeant (proposed Nov 15, 2024)
• Approve August 5, 2024 meeting minutes

General

This is a notice of a possible quorum for the Seabrook Open Space & Trails Commission. The meeting is scheduled to occur during the Regular City Council Meeting on September 17, 2024.

• Possible quorum of the Open Space & Trails Commission

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider several action items, including a $58,457 contract for Friendship Park restroom renovations funded by ARPA, acceptance of two FEMA Hazard Mitigation grants for generators, and ending the local disaster declaration. They will also hear presentations on Port Houston thoroughfare plans and the Seabrook EDC bi-annual report, and discuss guidelines for hotel occupancy tax awards.

• Bid award for RFQ #2024-10 On-Call Professional Services, authorizing 14 Professional Services Agreements for CIP-related work
• Approval of coop TIPS contract #210 702 02 for Friendship Park restroom renovation at $58,457.11 (ARPA funds)
• First and final reading of Ordinance 2024-22 ending the Declaration of Disaster
• Resolution 2024-20 accepting FEMA HMGP grant for EOC/Police Department Generator
• Resolution 2024-21 accepting FEMA HMGP grant for Sewer System Portable Generators

The Seabrook City Council approved a $58,457.11 contract to renovate the Friendship Park restrooms using ARPA funds, and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement. The council also approved a $10,000 hotel occupancy tax grant for the Yachty Gras event, and directed staff to finalize the Carothers Coastal Gardens grading and drainage RFP without full clearing and grubbing, keeping those as add alternates. Additionally, the council approved 14 professional services agreements for on-call capital improvement project support, ended the local disaster declaration, and accepted two hazard mitigation grants for generators.

• Approved $58,457.11 Friendship Park restroom renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 HOT funds for Yachty Gras (unanimous)
• Directed staff to finalize Carothers Coastal Gardens RFP without full clearing/grubbing, as add alternates (unanimous)
• Approved 14 on-call professional services agreements for CIP projects (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-22 ending Declaration of Disaster (unanimous)
• Accepted Hazard Mitigation Grant for EOC/Police Department generator (unanimous)
• Accepted Hazard Mitigation Grant for Sewer System portable generators (unanimous)
• Approved planting 15 live oak trees along Main Street (unanimous)

General

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will meet to consider additional review of previously examined Articles I through XII of the city charter, approve meeting minutes, and set future meeting dates. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Approve minutes of September 3, 2024 meeting
• Review of Articles I-XII of the city charter
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission approved several language adjustments to previously reviewed charter articles, including changing wording in sections 2.05(b)(3), 4.04, and 11.23. The City Attorney will draft a report for City Council review. The commission also approved the consent agenda and set the next meeting for October 1, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda including September 3, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved language changes to charter sections 2.05(b)(3), 4.04, and 11.23 (unanimous)
• Set next regular meeting for October 1, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing on its proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, hear presentations on two incentive applications, and consider approving incentives for retail redevelopment at Miramar Shopping Center and a coffee shop at 1409 Main Street. The board will also discuss potential incentives in closed session and may take action afterward. Routine items include a director's update, financial report, and approval of August minutes.

• Public hearing on FY 2024-2025 EDC budget
• Incentive application by Miramar Beltline GP, LLC for 2000 Bayport Blvd, up to $100,000
• Incentive application by Soulfreak Holdings for 1409 2nd Street, up to $10,000
• Closed executive session to discuss potential financial incentives (Texas Gov't Code 551.087)
• Presentation on state of Seabrook businesses by Josh Perella

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved two business incentive applications. The first, for Miramar Beltline GP, LLC at 2000 Bayport Blvd, was approved with a value not to exceed $300,000, contingent on project completion and final inspections. The second, for Soulfreak Holdings at 1409 2nd Street, was approved with a value not to exceed $15,000, contingent on staff finalizing details with the property owner and leaseholder. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Miramar Beltline GP, LLC incentive up to $300,000 for retail redevelopment at 2000 Bayport Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved Soulfreak Holdings incentive up to $15,000 for small business development at 1409 2nd Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 regular EDC meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss park maintenance, community events, and grant administration. They will consider planting Live Oak trees along Main Street and review a grading and drainage plan for the Carothers Coastal Garden. The committee will also discuss a proposal to speak with Harris County about the Todville Bridge and review webinar requirements.

• Consider planting Live Oak trees along Main Street
• Review Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage plan and RFP
• Discuss proposal to speak with Harris County concerning Todville Bridge
• Update on park repairs, signage, plants, and vegetation
• Report on community events, emergency events, and grant administration

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee approved planting Live Oak trees along Main Street and approved removing items listed in Attachment A from the Carothers Coastal Garden grading and drainage RFP. Both motions passed unanimously. The committee also discussed park repairs, community events, and a proposal to address safety concerns about the Pine Gully Bridge on Todville with Harris County, but took no formal action on the bridge.

• Approved Live Oak tree planting along Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved removal of items in Attachment A from Carothers Coastal Garden RFP (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a regular meeting and budget workshop to review and potentially approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, including special funds and the Capital Improvement Program, and set the tax rate. They will also consider several ordinances, including two rezonings, and various contracts and agreements.

• Second reading of Ordinance #2024-15 to rezone 16.479 acres at 4017 Todville Road from R-1 to R-2 (small lots)
• Second reading of Ordinance #2024-11 to rezone 3.695 acres at 5815 Old Hwy 146 for two tilt-wall warehouses (PUD)
• Request for $28,500 in hotel occupancy tax funds from Barge295 for FY 2024-2025
• Interlocal agreement with Lakeview Police Department for jail and 9-1-1 services (9 months, with options to extend)
• Contract extensions with Hydradry Inc. and First Onsite Restoration for post-disaster services

The Seabrook City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 budget, including $18,370 for livestreaming all boards and commissions, and set a proposed tax rate of $0.455156 per $100 valuation. The council also approved $10,000 in hotel occupancy tax funds for Barge295, a rezoning at 4017 Todville Road, and a warehouse PUD at 5815 Old Hwy 146.

• Approved FY 2024-25 budget with $18,370 for livestreaming (6-1)
• Set proposed tax rate of $0.455156 per $100 valuation (7-0)
• Approved $10,000 in HOT funds for Barge295 (4-3)
• Approved livestreaming for all boards & commissions (5-2)
• Approved rezoning at 4017 Todville Road to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved 5815 Old Hwy 146 warehouse PUD (5-2)
• Approved jail/911 interlocal agreement with Lakeview PD (unanimous)
• Approved OmniBase failure-to-appear contract update (unanimous)

General

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on reviewing previously examined articles of the city charter, approve meeting minutes, and set future meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Approve minutes of August 20, 2024 meeting
• Consider additional review of Articles I-XII of the charter
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission approved several proposed changes to the city charter, including term limit calculations, code of conduct references, board appointment rules, and recall definitions. All motions passed, with one opposed vote on the term limit change. The commission also scheduled its next meeting for September 17, 2024.

• Approved change to 2.01 on term limits (5-1, Heverly opposed)
• Approved change to 2.05 adding Code of Conduct ordinance reference (unanimous)
• Approved change to 4.04 per attachment A (unanimous)
• Approved change to 6.01 allowing P&Z members on Master Plan Review Commission (unanimous)
• Approved change to 8.05 per attachment C (unanimous)
• Approved change to 8.08 extending City Secretary review time to 20 business days (unanimous)
• Approved change to 9.02 striking residency requirement for Municipal Court judges (unanimous)
• Approved change to 11.23 per attachment D (unanimous)

General

The Seabrook City Council will hold a special budget meeting to review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, including special funds and the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and to consider a proposed tax rate. They will also take action on the budget and tax rate, and set a public hearing for September 17, 2024. Additionally, they will consider extending video recording and livestreaming to all boards and commissions.

• Review and discuss proposed FY 2024-2025 budget, special funds, and CIP
• Review and discuss proposed tax rate for FY 2024-2025
• Consider and approve FY 2024-2025 budget and set public hearing for September 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM
• Consider and take action on proposed tax rate and set public hearing for September 17, 2024
• Consider extending video recording and livestreaming to all boards and commissions

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold public hearings and consider zoning changes for a freezer warehouse and two tilt-wall warehouses, along with first readings of related ordinances. They will also discuss extending video recording to boards, approving an audit contract, and a school crossing guard agreement.

• Public hearing on rezoning 7.19 acres west of Old State Highway 146 for a 134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse (Ordinance #2024-17, second reading)
• Public hearing on Final PUD for two 23,980 sq ft warehouses at 5815 Old Hwy 146 (Ordinance #2024-11, first reading)
• First reading to rezone 16.479 acres at 4017 Todville Road from R-1 to R-2 for single-family development
• Approval of audit services contract with Crowe for $58,500
• Approval of 3-year interlocal agreement with CCISD for school crossing guards at $12,500/year

The Seabrook City Council approved the second reading of the World Class Freezer Facility Planned Unit Development (PUD) on a 4-2 vote, and the first readings of a zoning change at 4017 Todville Road and the Monroe Quiet Warehousing PUD. The council also approved the consent agenda, an audit services contract with Crowe, a school crossing guard agreement, and an EDC bylaws amendment. A motion to purchase LifeVac choking devices failed, and a proposal to outsource video recording of public meetings was tabled.

• Approved World Class Freezer Facility PUD (4-2)
• Approved first reading of rezoning at 4017 Todville Road to R-2 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Monroe Quiet Warehousing PUD (4-2)
• Approved consent agenda including EDC administrative services agreement and investment report (unanimous)
• Approved audit services contract with Crowe, not to exceed $58,500 (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year school crossing guard agreement with CCISD at $12,500/year (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-19 amending EDC bylaws for staggered director terms (unanimous)
• Failed motion to approve LifeVac devices for police cars and ambulances (2-4)

General

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on reviewing previously examined articles of the city charter, approve the minutes from the July 16 meeting, and set future meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new policy decisions listed.

• Review of Articles I, II, III, IV, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII
• Approve minutes of July 16, 2024 meeting
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission approved several wording changes to the city charter, including replacing 'tasks' with 'responsibilities' in Section 5.03, changing 'favorable' to 'supermajority' in Section 5.05, updating 'map' to 'zoning map' in Section 6.04(c), and changing 'filed' to 'coordinated' in Section 9.04. All changes passed unanimously. The commission also discussed term limits and requested a chart of options for the next meeting, and approved the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting.

• Approved changes to Sections 5.03 and 5.05 (unanimous)
• Approved change to Section 6.04(c) (unanimous)
• Approved change to Section 9.04 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 16, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to consider renewing contracts with the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region, approve an administrative staffing services agreement, and discuss a proposed bylaws amendment for staggered director terms. The board will also consider holding a sales tax workshop and discuss a joint meeting with City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Renewal of Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce contract for $10,000 (Oct 2024–Sep 2025)
• Renewal of three-year contract with Economic Alliance Houston Port Region at $12,000 per year
• Renewal of Administrative Staffing Services Agreement for $113,745
• Proposed amendment to EDC Bylaws Article 4, Section 4.02 for staggered director terms
• Discussion of EDC Sales Tax Workshop on November 22, 2024

General

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving a Final Planned Unit Development for a 134,632 square foot freezer warehouse with 84 parking spaces and 19 tractor trailer loading spaces on about 7.19 acres. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from two July 2, 2024 meetings.

• Final PUD for World Class Freezer Facility (134,632 sq ft warehouse, 84 parking spaces, 19 loading spaces) on 7.19 acres
• Approve minutes from July 2, 2024 Regular P&Z meeting
• Approve minutes from July 2, 2024 Joint City Council and P&Z meeting

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a Final Planned Unit Development for a 134,632 square foot freezer warehouse with 84 parking spaces and 19 tractor trailer loading spaces on a 7.19-acre tract. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 2, 2024 regular and joint meetings. No citizen comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:21 PM.

• Approved Final PUD for World Class Freezer Facility (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 2, 2024 Regular P&Z meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 2, 2024 Joint City Council and P&Z meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 6, 2024, to discuss and act on several items, including a rezoning request for a large freezer warehouse, multiple ARPA-funded park improvements, a budget amendment, and a settlement with Barge 295. The agenda also includes presentations, public comments, and discussion items on disaster planning and FEMA requirements.

• First reading of Ordinance 2024-17: rezoning 7.19 acres to PUD for a 134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse with 84 parking spaces and 19 loading spaces
• Approval of $92,465 for playground shade structures in Meador, Pine Gully, and Baybrook parks (ARPA funds)
• Approval of $169,531 for two pickleball courts behind Monroe Field Splash Pad (ARPA funds)
• Approval of $169,147 for Brummerhop Park restroom upgrade (ARPA funds)
• First reading of Budget Amendment No. 5 for $1,235,982

City Council

The Seabrook City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint public hearing to consider a request for a Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 134,632-square-foot freezer warehouse on about 7.19 acres. The meeting includes public comments and announcements. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on Final PUD for 'World Class Freezer Facility' (134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse, 84 parking spaces, 19 loading spaces) on 7.19 acres

The Seabrook City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission held a joint public hearing on a request for a Final Planned Unit Development for a 134,632 square foot freezer warehouse with 84 parking spaces and 19 loading spaces on 7.19 acres. No vote was taken on the PUD; the meeting adjourned after the hearing and public comments. The only formal actions were motions to adjourn, both passed unanimously.

• Adjourned joint meeting (unanimous by P&Z)
• Adjourned joint meeting (unanimous by Council)

General

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to consider setting the date for the Police Officer Entry Level Exam, proposed for September 21, 2024. They will also approve the minutes from the June 8, 2024 meeting and hear public comments.

• Set date for Police Officer Entry Level Exam (proposed September 21, 2024)
• Approve June 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comments (max 4 minutes per speaker)

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission met and approved two items: setting the Police Officer Entry-Level Exam date for September 21, 2024, and approving the minutes from the June 8, 2024 meeting. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Police Officer Entry-Level Exam date for September 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2024 Civil Service Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on park maintenance, community events, grant administration, bat box donations, and tree planting along Red Bluff. They will also discuss Bayside Park and the Green Ribbon Project plant list, and review volunteer hours and future meeting dates.

• Consider bat box donations
• Tree planting along highway at Red Bluff
• Update on park repairs, signage, plants, and vegetation
• Discussion on Bayside Park
• Discussion on Green Ribbon Project plant list

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee approved minutes, supported installing additional bat boxes in city parks, and endorsed a tree planting program along Red Bluff at Lakeside Drive. They also discussed park repairs, a $24,000 grant for a greenhouse, and upcoming events. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of June 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Supported installation of additional bat boxes in surrounding parks (unanimous)
• Supported tree planting program on Red Bluff at Lakeside Drive (unanimous)

General

The Seabrook City Council will discuss and vote on hotel occupancy tax fund requests totaling $115,500 for fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting will also include public comments, a workshop session on the proposed tax rate, and routine business like setting future meeting dates.

• Hotel occupancy tax request from Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theater for $3,000
• Hotel occupancy tax request from Keels & Wheels Concours d'Elegance for $37,500
• Hotel occupancy tax request from Texas Outlaw Challenge for $30,000
• Hotel occupancy tax request from Seabrook Lucky Trails for $35,000
• Hotel occupancy tax request from Seabrook Saltwater Derby for $10,000

The Seabrook City Council approved hotel occupancy tax (HOT) funding for five events totaling $115,500 for fiscal year 2024-2025. A motion to postpone all HOT applications until the next meeting failed. The council also reviewed the proposed FY2025 budget but took no action, pending certified tax roll data from Harris County.

• Approved $3,000 for Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theater (unanimous)
• Approved $37,500 for Keels & Wheels Concours d'Elegance (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 for Texas Outlaw Challenge (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 for Seabrook Lucky Trails (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 for Seabrook Saltwater Derby (unanimous)
• Motion to postpone all HOT applications failed (2-5)

General

The Seabrook City Council will hold a special meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, including operations, special funds, capital improvements, and debt service, and to consider a proposed tax rate. They will also vote on a $35,000 amendment to an architectural services agreement with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects as part of the 2023 Bond Program.

• Review and discuss FY 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax rate
• Consider approval of $35,000 amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

General

The Seabrook City Council will hold a special meeting to consider two agreements: one granting temporary conditional code exceptions to Driver & Rescue Club LLC for the property at 2613 1/2 NASA Parkway (operating as 'The Yard' at Barge295), and another with the City of El Lago for temporary use of 0 Lakeside as a debris removal yard. Public comments will be heard first.

• Agreement with Driver & Rescue Club LLC for temporary conditional exceptions to codes at 2613 1/2 NASA Parkway
• Agreement with City of El Lago for temporary use of 0 Lakeside as a debris removal yard

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and potentially approve funding for the Celebration Seabrook event (up to $10,000) and the proposed FY2024-25 budget. They will also review a promotional campaign update, discuss capital improvement projects for 2025-2029, consider purchasing seven tablets, and discuss proposed bylaw amendments. The meeting includes routine items like financial reports and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Consider approval of up to $10,000 sponsorship for Celebration Seabrook on October 12, 2024
• Consider adoption of the FY2024-2025 EDC budget
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Projects for FY2025-2029 and funding partnerships with the City
• Consider purchase of seven tablets for electronic agenda packets
• Discussion of proposed amendments to EDC Bylaws Article Four, Section 4.02

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved its FY 2024-2025 budget as presented, a $10,000 sponsorship for Celebration Seabrook, and the purchase of seven tablets for electronic agenda packets, all unanimously. The board also discussed capital improvement projects for FY 2025-2029 and proposed bylaw amendments, but took no action on those items.

• Approved $10,000 sponsorship for Celebration Seabrook (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024-2025 EDC budget as presented (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of seven tablets not to exceed $1,000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 1, 2024 EDC workshop (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 30, 2024 regular EDC meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider extending the local disaster declaration for Hurricane Beryl and waiving building permit fees for repairs to homes and businesses damaged by the storm. The council will also hear a report on post-storm recovery efforts and approve meeting minutes.

• Ordinance 2024-18: extend disaster declaration due to Hurricane Beryl
• Resolution 2024-17: waive building permit fees for Beryl-related repairs for 90 days
• Report on Hurricane Beryl impacts and recovery efforts
• Approve minutes of July 2, 2024 regular and joint meetings

Charter Review Commission

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will meet to review and possibly amend Articles X (Franchise and Public Utilities), XI (General Provisions), and XII (Historical Reference) of the city charter. They will also approve minutes from the June 18 meeting and discuss future agenda items. Public comments are allowed.

• Review of Article X: Franchise and Public Utilities, with participation from City Manager Gayle Cook, Finance Director Michael Gibbs, and Public Works Director Kevin Padgett
• Review of Article XI: General Provisions
• Review of Article XII: Historical Reference
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024 meeting
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission met on July 16, 2024, and approved the minutes from the June 18 meeting. The commission reviewed Articles X, XI, and XII of the city charter but made no recommendations or changes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed Article X (Franchise and Public Utilities) - no recommendations
• Reviewed Article XI (General Provisions) - no recommendations
• Reviewed Article XII (Historical Reference) - no recommendations

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding an emergency meeting to address Hurricane Beryl impacts. They will consider extending the local disaster declaration, waiving building permit fees for storm-related repairs for 90 days, and establishing authority for debris removal on privately owned roads. The meeting also includes a report on health, safety, and welfare issues from the storm.

• Ordinance 2024-18: extend local disaster declaration due to Hurricane Beryl
• Resolution 2024-17: waive building permit fees for Beryl-damaged homes and businesses for 90 days
• Resolution 2024-18: authorize disaster debris removal on privately owned roads
• Report from Mayor/City Manager/Staff on Hurricane Beryl impacts and recovery

The Seabrook City Council held an emergency meeting to address Hurricane Beryl recovery. It unanimously approved an ordinance continuing the local disaster declaration, a resolution waiving building permit fees for storm-related repairs, and a resolution authorizing debris removal on private roads. The council also received a status update on power outages and FEMA resources.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-18 continuing disaster declaration (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-17 waiving building permit fees for Beryl repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-18 authorizing debris removal on private roads (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request for approval of a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a freezer warehouse facility. The project includes a 134,632 square foot warehouse, 84 parking spaces, and 19 tractor trailer loading spaces on about 7.19 acres. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 20, 2024 meeting and hear public comments.

• Preliminary PUD for 'World Class Freezer Facility' on 7.19 acres
• 134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse with 84 parking spaces and 19 loading spaces
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Approval of June 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission met on July 2, 2024, and took action on a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse. The initial motion to approve the PUD was withdrawn, but a subsequent motion to require a solid 8-ft buffer fence on the south side of the building prior to construction was approved unanimously. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 20, 2024, meeting.

• Approved requirement of solid 8-ft buffer fence on south side of freezer facility building (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 20, 2024, P&Z meeting (unanimous)
• Withdrew motion to approve Preliminary PUD for World Class Freezer Facility

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet on July 2, 2024, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the second reading of an updated Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan, reallocation of remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds, and a new Preliminary Planned Unit Development for a freezer warehouse facility. The meeting also includes presentations on local events and community projects, as well as routine updates from the City Manager.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-12 updating the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan with new water rate structure and penalties up to $500
• Reallocation of remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and amendment of FY2024 CIP Program
• Formation of an Ad Hoc Committee for Boats and Other Watercraft (Resolution 2024-15)
• Adoption of a Ceremonial Documents Policy (Resolution 2024-16)
• Preliminary Planned Unit Development for a 134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse on 7.19 acres at the proposed 'World Class Freezer Facility Planned Unit Development' site

The City Council meeting included reports on ARPA fund allocations, a Planning & Zoning Commission recommendation, and updates on capital projects. No formal council votes were recorded in the minutes; the P&Z Commission recommended approval of a Preliminary Planned Unit Development for a freezer facility.

• P&Z recommended approval of Preliminary PUD for World Class Freezer Facility (134,632 sq ft warehouse, 84 parking spaces, 19 loading spaces)
• ARPA allocation report presented: $3,505,923.39 total, including $2,873,574 for Taylor Lake water line and $632,349.39 for park improvements
• Council received updates on TxDOT SH 146 projects, wastewater plant, and water line projects

City Council

The Seabrook City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will jointly meet to discuss a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse on 7.19 acres at 1700 1st Street. The public hearing will consider approval of the 'World Class Freezer Facility Planned Unit Development' with 84 parking spaces and 19 tractor trailer loading spaces.

• Public hearing on Preliminary PUD for 134,632 sq ft freezer warehouse on 7.19 acres at 1700 1st Street
• PUD includes 84 vehicle parking spaces and 19 tractor trailer loading spaces
• Wheelchair accessible facility with accessible parking spaces

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet on June 25, 2024, to discuss and possibly act on a recommendation to City Council regarding Parks Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), along with updates on the Green Ribbon Project, park repairs, and volunteer matters. The agenda includes public comments, consent agenda approval of prior minutes, and several routine reports.

• Recommendation to City Council on Parks Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
• Update on Green Ribbon Project
• Discussion of Keep Texas Beautiful webinar requirements
• Park repairs, signage, plants, and vegetation updates
• Process for introducing and touring new volunteer applicants

The Open Space and Trails Committee unanimously approved a recommendation to City Council for Parks Capital Improvement Projects, including the Carothers Community Garden Phase II 'Carothers Orchard' project. The committee also received updates on the Green Ribbon Project, park maintenance items, and upcoming community events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Parks CIP recommendation with agreed changes (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for August 1, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three development requests: a zoning change at 4017 Todville Road, a 3.695-acre warehouse PUD at 5815 Old Hwy 146, and the final plat for Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial. The meeting also includes routine approval of past minutes and future agenda planning.

• Zoning change at 4017 Todville Road from R-1 to R-2 (small lots)
• Approval of 5815 Old Hwy 146 Monroe Quiet Warehousing Project (two 23,980 sq ft warehouses on 3.695 acres)
• Final Plat approval for Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change for 4017 Todville Road from R-1 to R-2, allowing smaller lots and up to 74 homes, with one dissenting vote. The commission also unanimously approved a final PUD for two warehouses at 5815 Old Hwy 146 and the final plat for Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial.

• Approved R-2 zoning change at 4017 Todville Road (5-1, Rodgers nay)
• Approved Final PUD for 5815 Old Hwy 146 Monroe Quiet Warehousing Project (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Seabrook Town Center Multifamily and Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet on June 18, 2024, to discuss and potentially approve several key items, including a $101,527 grant application for police department accreditation, a new police station design contract worth $39,850, and appointments to local boards and commissions. The meeting also includes routine approvals, public comments, and an executive session to evaluate the City Manager.

• Approve $101,527 DOJ grant for Seabrook Police Department accreditation
• Approve $39,850 contract with Randall Scott Architects for new Police Station design
• Approve appointment of Jeffrey Larson to Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission (term to Jan 1, 2026)
• Approve extension agreement with Alsay Incorporated for water well inspections (term to Jan 1, 2025)
• Approve renewal of Blue Cross Blue Shield employee medical insurance benefits

Charter Review Commission

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will meet to review and potentially amend Articles VII (Nominations and Elections), VIII (Initiative, Referendum and Recall), and IX (Courts) of the city charter. City staff and officials will provide historical context and best practices. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and set future meeting dates.

• Review of Article VII: Nominations and Elections
• Review of Article VIII: Initiative, Referendum and Recall
• Review of Article IX: Courts
• Approve minutes of June 4, 2024 meeting
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission met and reviewed Articles VII (Nominations and Elections), VIII (Initiative, Referendum and Recall), and IX (Courts) of the city charter. No amendments were adopted; the commission only identified sections for further review, including Section 8.05 (grounds for removal), Section 8.11 (action on petitions), and Sections 9.02 and 9.04 (municipal court judge provisions). The commission also approved the minutes of the June 4, 2024 meeting and set the next meeting for July 16, 2024.

• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed Article VII, no recommendations made
• Reviewed Article VIII, no action taken; noted Sections 8.05 and 8.11 for further review
• Reviewed Article IX, no action taken; noted Sections 9.02 and 9.04 for further review
• Set next meeting for July 16, 2024 (no meeting July 2)

General

The Seabrook City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and review the proposed Capital Improvements Program (CIP) projects for fiscal year 2024-2025. The session includes a workshop presentation on the CIP projects and a regular session for potential action on future CIP preparations. Public comments are also scheduled at the start.

• Presentation on FY 2024-25 Capital Improvements Program projects
• Review and discussion of CIP projects with city staff
• Potential action on CIP project preparation for future discussions

The Seabrook City Council held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvements Program (CIP), totaling $19,807,109. No formal actions were taken during the meeting; the workshop was for discussion only. Council directed staff to proceed with planning the Wildlife Trailhead project without concrete paving and requested further planning for pedestrian bridges at Pine Gully and Hester Park. Council also agreed to consider a scaled-down version of a new Police Station.

• Reviewed proposed FY25 CIP totaling $19,807,109 (workshop only, no vote)
• Directed staff to plan Wildlife Trailhead (P12) without concrete paving
• Requested further planning for Pine Gully and Hester Park pedestrian bridges
• Agreed to consider a scaled-down new Police Station plan
• Discussed remodeling Community House, to be revisited later
• No formal actions taken on CIP preparation (motion to adjourn passed unanimously)

General

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission is meeting to administer oaths to new members, review training requirements, and consider approving the eligibility list for entry-level police officers based on exams held June 8, 2024. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 29, 2024 meeting.

• Approve Eligibility List for Police Officer - Entry Level from written and physical agility exam (June 8, 2024)
• Administer Oath of Office to newly appointed Civil Service Commission members
• Review state-mandated training requirements
• Approve April 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and possibly recommend a grading and drainage scope for the Carothers Coastal Gardens East Tract (CIP Project P20) to City Council. They will also review Parks Capital Improvement Projects, hear a presentation on the Open Meetings Act, and receive updates on park items and volunteer hours.

• Discussion on grading and drainage scope for CIP Project P20 - Carothers Coastal Gardens East Tract
• Recommendation to City Council regarding Parks Capital Improvement Projects
• Presentation by City Attorney David Olson on Open Meetings Act and meeting decorum
• Update on Keep Texas Beautiful webinar hours
• Approval of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to recognize long-serving employees and officers, approve a three-year HVAC maintenance contract with Honeywell for $231,728.37, and consider a five-year $350,000 police camera equipment agreement. The council will also discuss a no wake zone resolution for the Texas Outlaw Challenge and hear routine updates from the City Manager.

• Approve $231,728.37 HVAC maintenance contract with Honeywell for 3 years (RFP# 2024-04)
• Approve $350,000 five-year police camera equipment agreement with Utility Associates, Inc.
• Approve Resolution 2024-12 supporting a no wake zone in Clear Lake for the Texas Outlaw Challenge
• Present Mayor's Certificates of Appreciation to Rosebud Caradec (39 years) and Michele Glaser (8 years)
• Present Lifesaving Awards to Officers Michael Dyer and Matthew Sterling

The Seabrook City Council approved a three-year HVAC maintenance agreement with Honeywell for $231,728.37, with two optional one-year extensions. They also approved an interlocal agreement with TxDOT for computer-aided dispatch data sharing at no cost, and a five-year police camera equipment and support agreement with Utility Associates for $350,000, including a $140,000 initial fee from the Crime District Fund. A proposal for hotel/motel signage funding through HOT funds was tabled pending more information on customer survey tracking.

• Approved RFP# 2024-04 HVAC Maintenance agreement with Honeywell for $231,728.37 over 3 years with 2 optional extensions (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with TxDOT for sharing computer-aided dispatch data at no cost (unanimous)
• Approved Client Services Agreement with Utility Associates for police body-worn, in-car, and jail cameras for $350,000 over 5 years with $140,000 initial fee from Crime District Fund (unanimous)
• Tabled HOT fund signage proposal with Lone Star Logos for up to $33,600 pending more information (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes of May 21, 2024 meeting and Resolution 2024-12 supporting No Wake Zone for Texas Outlaw Challenge (unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will meet to review and potentially amend Article V (Financial Procedures) and Article VI (Planning and Zoning) of the city charter. City staff will provide historical context and best practices. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and plan future work.

• Review of Article V, Financial Procedures, with City Manager Gayle Cook and Finance Director Michael Gibbs
• Review of Article VI, Planning and Zoning, with Deputy City Manager Sean Landis
• Approve minutes from May 21, 2024 meeting
• Summarize sections from Articles V and VI for revision
• Set future meeting dates and agenda items

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission approved the May 21, 2024 meeting minutes with a correction. They discussed potential revisions to Articles V (Financial Procedures) and VI (Planning and Zoning) of the City Charter, including language updates and allowing Planning & Zoning members to serve on other committees, but took no formal action on these items. The meeting was adjourned with no new agenda items.

• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Discussed Article V revisions, no action taken
• Discussed Article VI revisions, no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved a mini-mural art grant project called 'Pelican Pathways' and allocated $1,000 to it, to be managed by city staff. A prior motion to allocate $2,500 was withdrawn. The board also discussed a 'TOP 3 Targeted Sectors List' but took no action on it. Minutes from the April 17, 2024 meeting were approved with an amendment.

• Approved Pelican Pathways mini-mural project (unanimous)
• Allocated $1,000 to Pelican Pathways project, managed by city staff (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2024 minutes with amendment to line 49 (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider a resolution to deny CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric's requested rate increase, approve the FY 2022-2023 audit report, appoint a Mayor Pro Tem, and pass two budget amendments. They will also hear presentations on EMS Week, the annual financial report, and the Lucky Trails event, and discuss ADA compliance for the Carothers Guest House restroom.

• Resolution 2024-13: Deny CenterPoint Energy rate increase
• Approve FY 2022-2023 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Audit
• Appoint Mayor Pro Tem for 2024/2025 term
• Ordinance 2024-13: Budget amendment $1,825 for FY 2022-2023 debt service
• Ordinance 2024-14: Budget amendment $5,000 for Carothers Garden Partnership

The Seabrook City Council approved Resolution 2024-13 denying CenterPoint's rate change, accepted the FY 2022-2023 audit report, and appointed Buddy Hammann as Mayor Pro Tem. They also approved budget amendments and tabled the ADA restroom cost estimate for the Carothers Guest House.

• Approved Resolution 2024-13 denying CenterPoint rate change (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2022-2023 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Audit (unanimous)
• Appointed Buddy Hammann as Mayor Pro Tem for 2024-2025 (5-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-13, budget amendment of $1,825 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-14, budget amendment of $5,000 for Carothers Garden Partnership (unanimous)
• Tabled cost estimate for ADA restroom at Carothers Guest House (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and quarterly investment report (unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission met and approved the minutes from May 7, 2024. They reviewed Article III (City Manager) and Article IV (Administrative Departments) but made no revisions to Article III. For Article IV, they discussed Section 4.04 and reviewed wording submitted by City Administrator Gayle Cook. They also discussed potential changes to Articles I and II, including term lengths and term limits, but took no action.

• Approved minutes of May 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• No revisions recommended for Article III (City Manager)
• Discussed Article IV, Section 4.04; reviewed wording from City Administrator (no action)
• Discussed Articles I and II regarding terms and candidacy; no action taken

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two major land-use proposals: a zoning change at 4017 Todville Road from R-1 to R-2 (small-lot single-family) and approval of the 5815 Old Hwy 146 Monroe Quiet Warehousing Project, a 3.695-acre PUD with two 23,980 sq ft warehouses. The meeting also includes routine approval of prior minutes, a director’s report, and agenda planning.

• Zoning change at 4017 Todville Road from R-1 to R-2 (small-lot single-family)
• Final PUD approval for 5815 Old Hwy 146 Monroe Quiet Warehousing Project (two 23,980 sq ft warehouses on 3.695 acres)
• Public hearing on zoning change at 4017 Todville Road
• Public hearing on PUD approval for 5815 Old Hwy 146
• Routine approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

General

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission will hold a routine meeting to administer oaths to newly appointed members and review state-mandated training requirements. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes from April 2023 and January 2024.

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will hold a public hearing and consider funding for a mini-mural art grant project called 'Pelican Pathways' to paint mini-murals on small businesses, with an annual amount not to exceed $5,000. The board will also consider establishing a 'TOP 3 Targeted Sectors List' per the SEDC 2024-2026 Strategic Plan. Routine items include reports, financials, and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing on 'Pelican Pathways' mini-mural art grant project (annual amount not to exceed $5,000)
• Consider EDC funding for the mini-mural art grant project
• Consider establishing a 'TOP 3 Targeted Sectors List' per SEDC 2024-2026 Strategic Plan
• Approve minutes of April 17, 2024 regular EDC meeting

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to discuss routine and new business, including approving a sludge disposal contract, amending the public safety budget, and first readings of ordinances and resolutions. The meeting will also feature presentations on a proclamation and a financial audit report.

• Approve bid award for RFP# 2024-03-342 to GFL of Texas for municipal sludge disposal services
• Amend Public Safety Fund 2024 budget by adding $42,569.24 for Emergency Medical Services
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-12 on Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan
• Adopt Seabrook Economic Development Corporation's Strategic Plan for FY 2024-2026
• Reappoint Kylie Wilson to Civil Service Commission for a 3-year term starting June 1, 2024

The Seabrook City Council approved several items, including a sludge disposal contract with GFL of Texas, a water conservation and drought contingency plan, a resolution to join a cooperative purchasing program, and a $42,569.24 budget amendment for public safety. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included the adoption of the Seabrook Economic Development Corporation's Strategic Plan for FY 2024-2026, and ratified the reappointment of Kylie Wilson to the Civil Service Commission. The FY 2022-2023 audit report was pulled from consideration twice and not acted upon.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and EDC Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Ratified Kylie Wilson's reappointment to Civil Service Commission (unanimous)
• Awarded RFP# 2024-03-342 for sludge disposal to GFL of Texas (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-12 Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-11 to join NCTCOG TXSHARE cooperative purchasing (unanimous)
• Approved $42,569.24 amendment to Public Safety Fund 2024 Budget (unanimous)
• Pulled FY 2022-2023 audit report from consideration (no action)

Charter Review Commission

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the first two articles of the City Charter, covering general provisions and possibly other foundational sections. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and set future meeting dates. This is a working session, not a final decision-making body for the charter as a whole.

• Discuss and take action on Article I, Sections 1.01-1.09
• Discuss and take action on Article II, Sections 2.01-2.15
• Approve minutes of April 30, 2024 meeting
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and potentially recommend a grading and drainage scope for the Carothers Coastal Garden East Tract (CIP Project P20) to City Council. The agenda also includes routine updates on park maintenance, community events, grants, and volunteer hours, as well as a discussion on the Old Seabrook Livable Center Study. Public comments are limited to four minutes per speaker.

• Discussion on grading and drainage scope for CIP Project P20 - Carothers Coastal Garden East Tract with Norex Engineering
• Consider recommendation for grading and drainage scope to City Council for Carothers Coastal Gardens East Tract
• Discussion on Keep Texas Beautiful webinar requirements
• Update on park repairs, signage, plants, and park use
• Discussion on adding TNR participants to the 'Eco-Star' tree at City Hall

Charter Review Commission

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission will hold its first meeting to swear in new members, elect a chair and vice chair, and establish regular meeting dates. The commission will also discuss the Texas Open Meetings Act, its charter review process, and rules of procedure.

• Administer oath of office to newly appointed commission members
• Elect Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the Charter Review Commission
• Discuss and set dates/times for regular Charter Review Commission meetings
• Discuss Texas Open Meetings Act and City Attorney's role in charter review
• Discuss Rules of Procedure for the Charter Review Commission

The Seabrook Charter Review Commission adopted a set of rules of procedure for its meetings, covering scheduling, agenda posting, public comment, quorum, and voting. No substantive charter amendments were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Adopted rules of procedure for the Charter Review Commission
• Set meeting schedule for first and third Tuesdays as needed
• Established quorum of four members and majority vote for motions
• Limited public comments to four minutes per person
• Adopted Robert's Rules of Order when not in conflict with standing rules

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission voted unanimously to set the Police Officer Entry-Level Exam for June 8, 2024. They also approved the minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Set Police Officer Entry-Level Exam date to June 8, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved March 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss routine and new business, including setting a date for the Police Officer Entry Level Exam. The meeting will also include public comments, approval of prior meeting minutes, and adjournment.

• Set June 8, 2024 as the Police Officer Entry Level Exam date
• Approve March 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss the findings of the Old Seabrook Livable Center Study, approve minutes from the March 21 meeting, and receive a status report on actions sent to City Council. Public comments will also be heard at the start of the meeting.

• Discuss Old Seabrook Livable Center Study findings (Sean Landis, Deputy City Manager)
• Approve minutes from March 21, 2024 P&Z meeting
• Receive status report on Planning & Zoning actions sent to City Council

The Seabrook Planning and Zoning Commission met and discussed the Old Seabrook Livable Center Study, including its recommendations and the commission's role. The commission approved the minutes from the March 21, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from March 21, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Old Seabrook Livable Center Study findings and recommendations

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will consider and potentially approve its 2024-2026 strategic plan and a new Business of the Year policy. The board will also receive updates on a training presentation, a partnership with BAHEP, and planning for the Keels and Wheels preview event on May 3, 2024. Routine items include financial reports, meeting minutes, and future meeting dates.

• Consider and take action on EDC Strategic Plan for 2024-2026
• Consider and take action on approval of EDC Business of the Year policy
• Update on Keels and Wheels preview event scheduled for May 3, 2024
• Approve minutes of February 8, 2024 regular EDC meeting
• Discuss possible October 2024 joint meeting with P&Z and City Council

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation approved its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan with amendments to Goal 2, Strategy 1.b, and adopted the EDC Business of the Year policy. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also received updates on the Keels and Wheels preview event and ongoing projects, but took no action on those items.

• Approved EDC Strategic Plan 2024-2026 with amendments to Goal 2, Strategy 1.b (unanimous)
• Adopted EDC Business of the Year policy as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 8, 2024 meeting with amendment to item 2.1 (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comments, a presentation from the Bay Area Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau, and a consent agenda. They will consider appointments to the Charter Review Commission, discuss raising a concrete sign at the Bay Area Veterans Memorial, designate council liaisons, and review a pool assessment report. Old business includes an operations and maintenance agreement for Carothers Coastal Gardens community garden with a $5,000 grant. Discussions will cover a new Mini-Mural Art Project and amendments to the Special Events Ordinance.

• Appointments to the Charter Review Commission
• Raising the concrete sign at the Bay Area Veterans Memorial
• Report on Seabrook Pelican Bay Pool Assessment (CIP# P24) and further design phases
• Operations and Maintenance Agreement with Carothers Coastal Gardens for community garden, incorporating $5,000 grant
• Discussion on Special Events Ordinance 2017-08, authorizing max 8 permits per address annually

The Seabrook City Council approved the next two design phases for the Pelican Bay Pool at a cost of $15,000, following a presentation of a pool assessment estimating $831,340 in repairs. The council also approved appointments to the Charter Review Commission, a $4,686.50 concrete sign raise at the Bay Area Veterans Memorial, and an operations agreement with Carothers Coastal Gardens for a community garden. Discussions included a mini-mural art project and a special events ordinance, with no final action taken.

• Approved $15,000 for next two pool design phases (unanimous)
• Approved Charter Review Commission appointments (unanimous)
• Approved $4,686.50 concrete sign raise at Bay Area Veterans Memorial (unanimous)
• Approved operations agreement with Carothers Coastal Gardens (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including April 2, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Seabrook Civil Service Commission will meet to approve past meeting minutes and set a date for the Police Officer-Entry Level Exam. Public comments will also be heard, but no official action can be taken on items not listed on the agenda.

• Set June 8, 2024 as the date for the Police Officer-Entry Level Exam
• Approve March 18, 2024 Civil Service Commission Meeting minutes

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve an Eagle Scout project to build bat boxes for a park, along with updates on park repairs, community events, and the Carothers Community Garden. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and reviewing volunteer hours.

• Eagle Scout project to build bat boxes in park (Aiden Pierson)
• Training and compliance presentation by City Secretary Rachel Lewis
• Approve minutes of March 7, 2024 meeting
• Update on Carothers Community Garden and plantings
• Report on park repairs, signage, plants, and community events

The Open Space and Trails Committee unanimously approved an Eagle Scout project to build bat boxes at Pine Gully Park and Seabrook Wildlife Park. The committee also approved the consent agenda, including the March 7 meeting minutes, and discussed park maintenance items and updates. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Eagle Scout bat box project as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including March 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on ordinances, contracts, and budget amendments. Key votes include a police department civil service classification update and approval of three construction and services contracts totaling over $1.1 million. The meeting also features discussions on zoning changes, economic development, and a proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

• Approve second reading of Ordinance 2024-10 to modify Seabrook Police Department civil service classification system
• Award $481,373.50 contract to Gulf Coast Fiber Services for fiber optic infrastructure (RFP 2023-27-318)
• Award $100,000 sidewalk replacement contract to Cracon, Inc. (RFP 2024-01-341)
• Award $516,572 contract to Bull-G Construction LLC for Red Oak Acres Subdivision water line (RFP 2024-02-340)
• Amend Public Safety Fund budget by $7,215.49 for additional police and public works equipment

The Seabrook City Council unanimously approved three bid awards: a fiber infrastructure contract with Gulf Coast Fiber Services ($481,373.50), a sidewalk removal/replacement on-call contract with Cracon, Inc. ($100,000), and a water line contract with Bull-G Construction LLC ($516,572). They also approved a professional services agreement with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects ($264,000) for the 2023 Bond Program, a $7,215.49 amendment to the Public Safety Fund budget, and an ordinance prohibiting tents and lean-tos as temporary dwellings. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved fiber infrastructure contract with Gulf Coast Fiber Services ($481,373.50)
• Approved sidewalk removal/replacement contract with Cracon, Inc. ($100,000)
• Approved water line contract with Bull-G Construction LLC ($516,572)
• Approved architectural services agreement with Brown Reynolds Watford Architects ($264,000)
• Approved $7,215.49 amendment to Public Safety Fund budget
• Approved ordinance prohibiting tents and lean-tos as temporary dwellings (second reading)
• Approved consent agenda including police civil service classification ordinance
• Approved flying PVC pole American flags year-round at Bay Area Veterans Memorial

General

This is a notice of a possible quorum, not a regular meeting. Seabrook City Council, Economic Development Corporation, and Planning & Zoning Commission members may attend a ribbon cutting for the Pine Gully Wastewater Treatment Plant. No decisions or discussions are listed.

• Ribbon cutting for Pine Gully Wastewater Treatment Plant at 5001 Park Ave, Seabrook, TX 77586

Parks and Trails Committee

The Seabrook Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and vote on a $230,000 capital improvement project for the P20 Carothers Garden East Tract Trail System. The committee will also consider moving its meeting time to 4:00 p.m. and receive updates on volunteer hours and future meeting dates.

• Approve minutes from February 1, 2024 meeting
• Vote on $230,000 funding for P20 Carothers Garden East Tract Trail System
• Discuss grading and drainage scope for P20 Carothers Coastal Garden East Tract
• Consider moving meeting time to 4:00 p.m.
• Receive update on February 2024 volunteer hours

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will consider several ordinances and agreements, including changes to building wind standards, new regulations for portable storage containers and outside storage, and a $77,000 solar lighting project at Meador Park. They will also discuss expanding the Carothers Community Garden and approving an operations agreement with Carothers Coastal Gardens.

• Ordinance 2024-04: reduce wind design standard from 155 to 150 mph
• Ordinance 2024-01: new regulations for portable on-demand storage containers
• Ordinance 2024-05: restrict outside storage in front yards to 72 hours
• Solar lighting at Meador Park, estimated $77,000
• Carothers Community Garden expansion and operations agreement

The Seabrook City Council approved a $5,000 annual budget for the Carothers Community Garden and expanded its use to include the Yellow Parks Building at 502A Pine Gully, excluding contents from insurance coverage. Several related items were tabled pending cost estimates, including ADA-compliant restroom upgrades, a fence replacement, and fiber internet installation. The council also approved consent agenda items, including a wind speed standard change and new regulations for portable storage containers and outside storage.

• Approved consent agenda including wind speed standard change to 150 mph (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 annual budget for Carothers Community Garden (5-1, Hammann opposed)
• Approved expanding garden to include 502A Pine Gully Yellow Parks Building, excluding contents from insurance (unanimous)
• Tabled restroom ADA compliance cost estimate (unanimous)
• Tabled fence replacement at 502A Pine Gully for cost estimate (unanimous)
• Tabled fiber internet installation for cost estimate (unanimous)
• Approved 80% of garden plots for Seabrook residents (unanimous)
• Approved locked gate with posted contact info for garden access (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation is holding a workshop to develop an Economic Development Strategic Plan with consultant Alysia Cook of Opportunity Strategies, LLC. The agenda includes public comments and the workshop session; no other substantive items are listed.

• Workshop to develop Economic Development Strategic Plan with Alysia Cook, Opportunity Strategies, LLC
• Public comments limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Meeting at Spring Hill Suites, 2120 NASA Pkwy, Seabrook, TX

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation met on March 1, 2024, for a joint workshop with city officials and staff to develop an Economic Development Strategic Plan. The workshop included a presentation by Alysia Cook of Opportunity Strategies, LLC, and a strategic planning session for 2024-2026 goals. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hold public hearings and consider several zoning and code amendments, including a new warehouse development, regulations for portable storage containers and outside storage, and a wind design standard change. They will also vote on a $1.24 million fire apparatus purchase, an EMS mutual aid agreement, and other routine items.

• Preliminary PUD for 5815 Old Hwy 146: two 23,980 sq ft warehouses on 3.695 acres
• New zoning section for portable on-demand storage containers (penalty up to $2,000)
• Wind design standard change from 155 mph to 150 mph in building code
• New 'Outside Storage' regulations for residential front yards (72-hour limit)
• Purchase of Enforcer Pumper fire apparatus for $1,237,466 via Buyboard

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning-code amendment to prohibit tents and lean-tos used for on-site dwelling purposes across multiple residential and commercial districts. The body will also approve past meeting minutes, receive a planning director’s report, and set future agenda items.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment to ban tents and lean-tos as dwellings in R-LD, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, C-2, C-3, SH 146-S, WAD, MMU, OS, MH, LI, and SH 146-M districts
• Vote on the same zoning amendment under new business
• Approve minutes from December 21, 2023 P&Z meeting
• Receive Director of Planning and Community Development’s report on prior actions sent to City Council

Public Notice

The Seabrook Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly amend the city's zoning code to prohibit tents and lean-tos as temporary structures for on-site dwelling purposes. The amendment would affect multiple zoning districts, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use areas. Public comments will be accepted.

• Amendment to zoning code to add tents and lean-tos as prohibited temporary structures for dwelling
• Affects 15 zoning districts including R-LD, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, C-2, C-3, SH 146 South, WAD, MMU, OS, MH, LI, and SH 146 Main
• Public hearing at Seabrook City Hall, 1700 First Street, on February 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM

City Council

The Seabrook City Council is holding a special joint meeting with the Open Space and Trails Committee to discuss and potentially act on the Carothers Coastal Gardens East Tract project. They will consider a recommendation to support the redevelopment plan and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Carothers Coastal Gardens 501(c)(3), and may direct the City Manager on a grading and drainage plan. The agenda also includes a closed executive session for attorney consultation on the agreement.

• Consider recommendation to support Carothers Coastal Gardens redevelopment plan and timely MOU with 501(c)(3)
• Workshop on CIP #P20 Carothers Coastal Gardens East Tract master plan (trails, berms, drainage, irrigation, electrical, future building sites)
• Presentation from Norex Engineering on grading and engineering plan with cost estimates
• New business: direct City Manager on grading and drainage plan for East Tract
• Closed executive session under Section 551.071 for attorney consultation on 501(c)(3) agreement

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and possibly act on a proposal for economic development training and strategic planning with Opportunity Strategies LLC, and to set future meetings. The board will also review routine reports on actions, finances, and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Proposal for Economic Development training and Strategic Planning with Opportunity Strategies LLC
• EDC action items report including business development, building, capital improvements, and sales tax reports
• EDC financial report for December
• Approve minutes of January 11, 2024 regular EDC meeting
• Establish future meeting dates and agenda items

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will hear a presentation on a proposed Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Seabrook Plaza, which includes a boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, retail space, and a 260-unit luxury apartment complex. The council will also vote on several contracts and resolutions, including water supply consulting, pool renovation, and grant applications for police equipment.

• Seabrook Plaza PUD: boutique hotel, extended stay hotel, conference center, ballroom, ~25,000 sq ft retail, ~260 luxury apartments on ~11.096 acres
• Cobb Fendley consulting for water supply feasibility, not to exceed $25,000
• Pelican Bay Pool renovation via TASB BuyBoard, not to exceed $23,100
• Resolution 2024-03: FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Home Elevation Program
• Grant applications: $52,998 for rifle-resistant body armor, $27,733.88 for ballistic shields

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation posted a notice stating that its members may form a quorum at the Seabrook City Council meeting tonight. The notice fulfills Texas Open Meetings Act requirements but contains no substantive EDC business.

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to decide on updates to city fees, approve debt issuance for public works, and discuss capital projects including waterline and lift station improvements. The meeting includes routine approvals, reappointments to city boards, and public comments.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2023-33 updating Master Fee Schedule for parks, building, impact, and sanitation fees
• Approval of Resolution 2024-02 to reimburse up to $4,305,000 for fire station, fire engine, and training tower projects
• Engineering services proposals from Cobb Fendley for Seascapes Waterline ($234,600) and Lift Station No. 5/Pine Gully Force Main ($181,600)
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-02 amending FY2023 budget by $3,871,005.27
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-03 amending FY2024 budget by $849,980.67

Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment/Building Standards Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to relax the minimum lot-width rule for a commercial property at 2710 NASA Parkway. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• Public hearing on variance to reduce minimum lot width from 80 ft to 2710 NASA Parkway
• Vote on same variance request under Seabrook zoning code
• Approve minutes from July 10, 2023 Board of Adjustment meeting

Public Notice

The Seabrook Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on January 22, 2024, to consider a variance request from the minimum 80-foot lot width requirement in the C-2 Medium Commercial District. The applicant, Bharat Patel, seeks the variance for a property at 2710 NASA Parkway. The public may attend and speak for or against the request.

• Variance request from Section 3.07.04 F (minimum 80-ft lot width) for 2710 NASA Parkway
• Applicant: Bharat Patel, 2943 Dominique Drive, Galveston, TX 77551
• Property legal description: South 493.33 of 2.85-acre tract, Ritson Morris Survey A-52, H.C.C.F. No. 20090025004
• Location: east of Elam Street, north of NASA Parkway, west of Larrabee Street

Economic Development Corporation

The Seabrook Economic Development Corporation posted a notice stating that its members may form a quorum at the Seabrook City Council meeting tonight. The notice satisfies the Texas Open Meetings Act requirements.

City Council

The Seabrook City Council will meet to consider several financial and administrative items, including issuing certificates of obligation for public works, updating the master fee schedule, and approving budget amendments. They will also discuss the street pavement management program and review engineering proposals for water and sewer projects.

• Resolution 2024-01 authorizing notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024
• Resolution 2024-02 declaring intent to reimburse up to $4,305,000 for Fire Station, fire engine, and fire training tower projects
• Ordinance 2023-33 second reading to update Master Fee Schedule (parks, building, impact, sanitation fees)
• Ordinance 2024-02 year-end budget amendment adding $3,871,005.27 for FY 2023
• Ordinance 2024-03 amending FY 2024 budgets by $849,980.67

Parks and Trails Committee

The Open Space and Trails Committee will meet to discuss and take action on several park-related items, including a Tallow Tree Removal program, solar lighting at Meador Park, and volunteer project ideas. They will also review Keep Texas Beautiful webinar requirements and receive updates on park repairs, events, and staff reports.

• Discuss Tallow Tree Removal program
• Discuss solar lighting at Meador Park
• Determine project ideas for volunteers
• Update on Tree Planting Day of Awesomeness on January 6, 2024
• Review Keep Texas Beautiful webinar hours