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Brenham public meetings in 2022

45 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 27, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to discuss legal matter regarding Aviators Plus, LLC

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially act on matters related to the lawsuit Aviators Plus, LLC v. City of Brenham, Texas. The body will also deliberate on the process for the City Manager's annual evaluation.

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✓ Decided: Brenham City Council took no action during December 27 special meeting

The City Council held a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters. No substantive actions were taken during the regular session.

Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider airport land lease and budget amendment

The City Council will discuss the lease of approximately 46 acres at the Brenham Municipal Airport and a budget amendment for FY 2021-2022. The body will also consider ordinances regarding fire protection and city offenses.

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✓ Decided: Brenham City Council approves LESO program amendment and airport land lease

City Council approved an amendment to the Law Enforcement Support Office program to retain a military vehicle and awarded a 46-acre airport land lease to Jay Schroeder. The Council also approved several board appointments and updated fire alarm fee ordinances.

Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council considers zoning change for 3.77 acres on Dixie Road

The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning a portion of 1150 Dixie Road from mixed-use to industrial. The body will also discuss budget amendments, municipal court judge appointments, and a lease cancellation for the airport terminal building.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $291,517 contract for Hohlt Park Nature Trail improvements

City Council awarded a contract to Collier Construction for the 'Crossover Nature Trail' and approved a final amendment to the FY2021-22 budget. The council also appointed two municipal court judges and approved the use of felony forfeiture funds for DNA testing. A rezoning request for 1150 Dixie Road was tabled.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider electric rate changes and water resale agreements

The City Council will discuss updates to Fire Department operations and false alarm fees. Members may act on electric rate tariff amendments, water resale agreements with the Brazos River Authority and Dow Chemical Company, and the acceptance of GLO funding.

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✓ Decided: Brenham City Council accepts $1.04M grant for street upgrades

City Council approved a grant for road improvements and authorized the sale of surplus water to Dow Chemical Company. The council also approved a new office equipment lease and the installation of stop signs at Prairie Lea Street and 5th Street.

Thu Nov 3, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to discuss infrastructure and public safety grants

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including bridge rehabilitation and street resurfacing. The body will also discuss the acceptance of multiple public safety grants from the Office of the Governor and a library grant from the Hancher Foundation.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves multiple police grants and infrastructure projects

Council approved several grants for police equipment and a bridge replacement agreement with TxDOT. The body also accepted public infrastructure for two phases of the Vintage Farms subdivision and awarded a park concessions contract.

Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to discuss gas utility supply and transportation

The City Council is holding a special meeting to enter an executive session. The discussion focuses on competitive matters regarding the City of Brenham Gas Utility System.

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✓ Decided: Council met in executive session for gas utility matters, no action taken

The Brenham City Council held a special meeting on October 20, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. The only item of business was an executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.086 to discuss utility competitive matters related to the city's gas system. No votes or actions were recorded after the closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider infrastructure bids and police vehicle purchases

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including road improvements and bridge rehabilitation. The body is also considering the purchase of six police vehicles and engineering contracts for water and wastewater projects funded by ARPA.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $2.19M street improvement contract

The council awarded a $2,193,505.05 contract to Larry Young Paving, Inc. for improvements to South Chappell Hill Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, including base work and all alternates. It also approved a Chapter 380 agreement with Brenham Market Square, LP for a 51-acre mixed-use development, and authorized multiple contracts for engineering services funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to discuss aviation fuel procurement and legal matters

The City Council will consider a resolution regarding the procurement method for aviation fuel at the Brenham Municipal Airport. The meeting also includes executive sessions to discuss legal issues and utility competitive matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves competitive sealed proposals for airport fuel supply

The City Council approved Resolution R-22-031, determining that soliciting competitive sealed proposals for aviation fuel supply and associated services at the Brenham Municipal Airport is the method of procurement that provides the best value for the city. The resolution passed with five yes votes; Mayor Tate and Councilmember Saunders were absent. The RFP will be published October 4, 2022, with submittals due October 18, 2022.

Thu Sep 29, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to vote on 2022-2023 budget and property tax rate

The City Council will consider adopting the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. Members will also discuss levying property taxes for 2022 and the acquisition of real property for sanitary sewer improvements.

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✓ Decided: Brenham City Council adopts $91.8M FY2022-23 budget, tax rate $0.4737

The council unanimously approved the FY2022-23 budget of $91.8 million and a property tax rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation. It also accepted public improvements for Liberty Village Phase 2A, approved a $43,070 change order for the airport fuel farm, and authorized negotiations for sanitary sewer property. All votes were 5-0 with two members absent.

Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider FY2022-23 budget and property tax rate

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. The council will also discuss the property tax rate and amendments to city gas rates.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $91.8M budget, property tax rate of $0.4737

The Brenham City Council approved a $91.8 million budget for fiscal year 2022-23 and a property tax rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation, which raises $1.51 million more in property tax revenue than last year. The council also ratified the property tax increase and approved first readings of ordinances amending gas rate tariffs. All votes passed 5-0 with two members absent.

Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider water and sanitation rate changes

The City Council will vote on updating water and sanitation rate tariffs and granting a franchise for roll-off container services. The body will also discuss infrastructure improvements on Chappell Hill Road and a lease for a 9-1-1 communications facility.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $200K incentive for Chick-fil-A in Brenham

The council approved a $200,000 community investment incentive to bring Chick-fil-A to Brenham, funded by the Brenham Community Development Corporation ($150,000) and the city general fund ($50,000). The council also approved a $120,000 on-call engineering services agreement with Strand Associates, Inc., and accepted public infrastructure improvements on Chappell Hill Road. Additionally, the council authorized payments to BK Stringer, Ltd. totaling $520,000 for road widening and facade improvements, and approved a lease agreement with Washington County for a 9-1-1 communications facility.

Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to hold public hearing on proposed FY2022-23 budget and tax rate

The City Council will discuss and possibly adopt the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022. The proposed budget includes a property tax revenue increase of $1,510,287.00 over the previous year.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts $91.8M budget, sets property tax rate at $0.4737

The Brenham City Council unanimously approved the FY2022-23 budget of $91.8 million and set the property tax rate at $0.4737 per $100 valuation, a decrease from the previous $0.4940 rate but still raising $1.51 million more in property tax revenue due to increased property values. The council also ratified the property tax increase as required by law. The budget includes $7 million for a new fire station and $3 million for streets, with no new personnel or cost-of-living adjustments.

Thu Sep 1, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to discuss proposed 2022 tax rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation

The City Council will consider the 2022 tax rate and potential updates to water and sanitation rate tariffs. The body will also review street improvement projects and various service contracts.

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✓ Decided: Council proposes $0.4737 tax rate, repeals prior $0.4940 rate

The City Council voted unanimously to repeal its earlier proposed tax rate of $0.4940 and set a new proposed rate of $0.4737 per $100 valuation for FY2022-23. The new rate lowers the maintenance & operations portion to $0.3297 while keeping the interest & sinking rate at $0.1440. Because the proposed rate exceeds the no-new-revenue rate of $0.3966, a public hearing will be required before final adoption. The council also approved consent agenda items including a $437,712 payment to the Brazos River Authority for raw water supply.

Tue Aug 30, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission to discuss impact fees

The Brenham City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission are holding a joint special workshop meeting. The session is dedicated to the presentation and discussion of impact fees for facilities, infrastructure, and capital improvements.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses impact fees for new development costs

The Brenham City Council held a special workshop meeting with the Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss implementing impact fees for capital improvements. The presentation by Strand Associates outlined a step-by-step process for establishing fees for water, wastewater, drainage, and roadway facilities. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to discuss Fire Department Station No. 2 and budget impacts

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss Fire Department Station No. 2. The discussion includes department staffing, calls for service, and the impact on the proposed FY2023 budget.

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✓ Decided: Council moves forward with planning Fire Station No. 2

The council discussed the need for a second fire station, including staffing, costs, and potential locations. Staff was directed to continue planning Fire Station No. 2, with further research on a possible north-side site near Brenham Elementary School. No formal vote was taken; the item remains in discussion.

Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider budget amendments and zoning changes

The City Council will discuss amending the FY2021-22 adopted budget and a lease extension for a communications facility at 301 N. Baylor Street. The body will also consider second readings for several zoning ordinances and wastewater discharge standards.

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✓ Decided: Council approved consent agenda including zoning changes and budget amendments

The City Council approved the consent agenda (items 5-a through 5-e), which included minutes, zoning changes for a daycare and property rezonings, wastewater pretreatment standards, and investment pool representatives. They also approved a first-reading ordinance amending the FY2021-22 budget to add a new HVAC unit for the Police Department, close out a FEMA fund, and dissolve the Communications Department. Additionally, the council approved a second extension of a lease agreement with Washington County for a communications facility at 301 N. Baylor Street through September 30, 2022.

Thu Aug 4, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to consider proposed tax rate of $0.4940 per $100 valuation

The City Council will discuss the 2022 tax rate and hold public hearings on several zoning changes and wastewater discharge standards. The body will also consider contracts for mail equipment and audit services.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $0.4940 tax rate, sets September adoption dates

The Brenham City Council approved a motion to consider a property tax rate of $0.4940 per $100 valuation for the 2022 tax year, scheduling it for the September 1 and September 15, 2022 meetings. The council also approved a Specific Use Permit for a daycare at 1200 S. Austin Street and a rezoning of several parcels to B-1 district. Additionally, they approved an interlocal agreement with BISD for a fifth school resource officer and selected Strand Associates for ARPA-funded engineering services.

Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to review proposed FY2022-23 budget

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23. No other formal actions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews FY2022-23 budget, schedules fire staffing meeting

The City Council reviewed the proposed FY2022-23 budget, including updated certified property values and fund balance details. They discussed fire department staffing and the potential need for a second station, but took no formal action. A special meeting was recommended for late August to further discuss fire staffing and its budget impact.

Thu Jul 21, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to discuss water source evaluation and airport lease moratorium

The City Council will consider agreements for water treatment expansion and groundwater studies. The body will also discuss a temporary moratorium on leases for city-owned property at the Brenham Municipal Airport.

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✓ Decided: Brenham City Council approves water plant expansion study and airport lease moratorium

The Brenham City Council approved several items including a $110,000 engineering agreement with Strand Associates for a water source evaluation and treatment plant expansion plan, a $24,500 groundwater availability study with R.W. Harden & Associates, and a temporary moratorium on airport property leases. The council also appointed 25 members to the Housing Task Force and approved resolutions to replace gas fund cash reserves with a $1 million letter of credit from Bank of Brenham. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Albert Wright absent.

Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to discuss FY2022-23 proposed budget

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23. No other specific items are listed for decision or discussion on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews FY2022-23 proposed Public Utilities budget

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the FY2022-23 proposed Public Utilities budget. General Manager Debbie Gaffey presented budget challenges including growth, inflation, supply shortages, labor issues, and capacity constraints. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to discuss proposed FY2022-23 budget

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23. No other specific action items are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews FY2022-23 proposed budget, no votes taken

The City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed FY2022-23 General Fund budget, presented by Strategic Budget Officer Tim McRoberts. The presentation covered budget priorities, revenue and expenditure projections, and department line-item budgets. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.

Thu Jul 7, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to discuss real property acquisition in TIRZ Number 1

The City Council is meeting to consider the sale, exchange, transfer, or acquisition of real property and the allocation of funds within Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 1. The body will also review street resurfacing bids and a speed limit ordinance for Aviation Way.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $305,809 street resurfacing bid and speed limit on Aviation Way

The Brenham City Council approved a first-reading ordinance setting a 30 mph speed limit on Aviation Way at the municipal airport, and awarded a $305,809 contract to Clark Construction for the 2022 city street onyx resurfacing project. They also approved a $75,546 deductive change order reducing the project to $230,263. A Chapter 380 agreement with Brenham Market Square, LP was passed on (not acted upon), and no action was taken on real property items related to TIRZ Number 1.

Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to consider health plan renewal and downtown parklet manual

The City Council will discuss the renewal of the group health plan and the adoption of a downtown parklet manual. The body is also considering a zoning change for a property on FM 109 and a contract with the Texas General Land Office for infrastructure projects.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning change for 151 FM 109 to commercial use

The Brenham City Council approved a zoning change for a 1-acre property at 151 FM 109 from manufactured home residential (R-3) to commercial research and technology (B-2), allowing redevelopment with warehouse and office space. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a redistricting ordinance and noise variances, and denied a noise variance request for a Juneteenth event at Hattie Mae Flowers Park. Additionally, they awarded an asphalt supply contract and approved agreements for a concert series and a purchasing cooperative.

Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider zoning change for 151 FM 109

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment for a 1.0-acre property. The body will also consider several noise variances for community events and a bid for hot mix asphalt.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning change for 151 FM 109 to commercial use

The Brenham City Council approved a zoning change for a 1.0-acre property at 151 FM 109 from Manufactured Home Residential (R-3) to Commercial, Research and Technology (B-2) on first reading. They also approved several consent agenda items, including noise variances for community events, and authorized a TxDOT agreement for the Hot Nights Cool Tunes concert series. The council denied a noise variance for a Juneteenth event at Hattie Mae Flowers Park, awarded an asphalt bid to Waller County Asphalt, and approved an interlocal agreement for purchasing supplies.

Thu May 19, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council to discuss redistricting plans and airport service agreement

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding draft redistricting plans and consider adopting a final plan. Other items include a $35,000 library donation and an airport fuel farm service agreement.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Draft Plan C for redistricting on first reading

The Brenham City Council approved an ordinance on first reading adopting Draft Plan C as the final redistricting plan, effective January 1, 2023, with minor revisions by the City Attorney. The council also accepted a $35,000 donation from The Fortnightly Club for the library, appointed 13 members to the Airport Master Plan Committee, and approved a $232,012.38 service agreement with Bassco Services for the airport fuel farm. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Councilmember Kenjura absent.

Mon May 16, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council workshop on FY2022-23 utility and general fund budgets

The Brenham City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the proposed FY2022-23 budgets for utility funds and the general fund. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only. The agenda includes only these budget items and standard procedural matters.

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✓ Decided: Council workshop reviews FY2022-23 utility and general fund budgets

The Brenham City Council held a workshop meeting to review the proposed FY2022-23 budgets for utility funds and the general fund. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only, with staff presentations on budget challenges and priorities. The meeting adjourned without any votes or actions.

Thu May 5, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to review draft redistricting plans and set public hearing

The Brenham City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss draft redistricting plans with legal counsel, possibly designate one or more as illustrative plans for public comment, and set a date for a public hearing. The agenda also includes routine administrative reports.

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✓ Decided: Council picks Plan C for redistricting, sets public hearings

The Brenham City Council held a special meeting to address population imbalances in wards. After considering two draft redistricting plans, the council agreed to drop Plan B and directed staff to create a revised Plan A, which became Plan C. The council then voted unanimously (3-0, with three members absent) to designate Plan C as the illustrative plan for public comment and set May 19 and June 2, 2022, as public hearing dates, subject to counsel's availability.

Thu May 5, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider rezoning, parklet manual, pool parking, police HVAC

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a work session on a downtown parklet manual, and several action items. Key decisions include a zoning change at 1003 Hasskarl Drive, a gift deed for park land, a bid for a new parking lot at Blue Bell Aquatic Center, and purchases for police HVAC units. The council will also enter executive session for legal and utility matters.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $153,728 parking lot bid for Blue Bell Aquatic Center

The Brenham City Council approved the consent agenda, including a zoning change and two noise variances, and awarded a $153,728 contract to MBCM Management for a new parking lot at the Blue Bell Aquatic Center. They also approved the purchase and financing of two HVAC units for the police department, accepted a 1.5-acre gift deed for Brenham Family Park, and approved a chlorine dioxide contract. The Downtown Parklet Manual was discussed but sent back to the Main Street Board for review.

Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider downtown parklet manual, zoning change, software contract

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a work session, and a regular session. Key items include adopting a Downtown Parklet Manual, a zoning change for a property on Hasskarl Drive, and a software agreement with DebtBook. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including a change order for a water tank project and appointments.

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Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider redistricting criteria and home occupation zoning changes

The Brenham City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment regarding home occupations, and will discuss and possibly act on redistricting criteria and guidelines based on 2020 Census data. The consent agenda includes routine items such as budget amendments, bid awards, and contract ratifications. The council will also discuss the upcoming school district bond election and other operational matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves first reading of ordinance banning crypto mining as home occupation

The Brenham City Council approved the first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment that prohibits cryptocurrency mining as a home occupation, following concerns about electrical infrastructure overload. The council also rejected all bids for chlorine dioxide due to improper advertisement, approved redistricting criteria and guidelines, and authorized several purchases and contracts. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

Tue Mar 29, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to discuss gas supply deals, lawsuit, and FEMA water intake dispute

The Brenham City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several legal and utility matters. The agenda includes executive sessions on gas supply agreements, a lawsuit against WTG Gas Marketing, and legal issues regarding the Lake Somerville raw water intake structure and FEMA. In open session, the council may approve an engagement agreement with legal counsel related to the FEMA administrative action.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FEMA response legal agreement

The Brenham City Council held a special meeting on March 29, 2022, and after an executive session, approved an engagement agreement with Bracewell, LLP to respond to an administrative action by FEMA regarding the Lake Somerville Raw Water Intake Structure. The motion passed unanimously (7-0), and the Mayor or City Manager was authorized to execute necessary documentation.

Tue Mar 22, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council holds emergency meeting on Lake Somerville water intake legal issues

The Brenham City Council is holding an emergency special meeting to consult with the City Attorney about legal issues concerning the Lake Somerville raw water intake structure and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The agenda includes only an executive session for attorney consultation and no other action items.

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✓ Decided: Council holds emergency meeting, no public decisions made

The Brenham City Council held an emergency meeting on March 22, 2022, and immediately adjourned into executive session to consult with the city attorney about legal issues involving the Lake Somerville raw water intake structure and FEMA. After reconvening in regular session, the meeting was adjourned without any public votes or decisions. No substantive actions were taken.

Thu Mar 17, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider zoning change for Brenham Housing Authority property

The Brenham City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change for a Brenham Housing Authority property, along with several other items including franchise agreements, budget amendments, and interlocal agreements. The meeting includes consent agenda items and regular session discussions on infrastructure reimbursement, subdivision regulations, and equipment purchases.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $741K street equipment purchase, defers one shredder

The Brenham City Council approved the purchase of a John Deere motor grader, a 938M wheel loader, and one Bush Hog tractor shredder for the Street Department, totaling $643,892.09. A second shredder was deferred so staff can seek quotes from local vendors. The council also approved a TIRZ reimbursement policy, a related MOU with Market Square LP, terminated and replaced the ETJ subdivision agreement with Washington County, and awarded a janitorial services contract.

Thu Mar 3, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to review police reports, audit, and street improvements

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of routine items, a work session on police department annual reports, and a regular session to discuss the FY2021 audit, a professional services agreement for street improvements, opioid settlement resolutions, and a new franchise for roll-off container service.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $170K engineering pact for street improvements

The Brenham City Council unanimously approved a $170,000 professional services agreement with Strand Associates Inc. for engineering services on improvements to S. Chappell Hill Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, funded by $1.7 million from 2022 Certificates of Obligation. The council also accepted the FY2021 audit, approved a resolution for opioid litigation settlements, adopted a facility naming policy, and granted a first-reading franchise to Maroon Dumpsters. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council holds retreat to discuss utility funds and city operations

The Brenham City Council is holding a special meeting retreat to discuss utility funds, activities, and associated matters, including electric, gas, water, wastewater, drainage, and sanitation. The council will also provide discussion, guidance, and direction on city departments, funds, operations, and activities. This is a discussion and guidance session, not a voting meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council retreat held; no minutes recorded

The Brenham City Council held a special retreat on February 22, 2022, at Morris Hall in the Historic Simon Theater. No minutes were recorded for this meeting, so no decisions, approvals, or discussions are documented.

Mon Feb 21, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council holds retreat to discuss all city departments

The Brenham City Council is holding a special meeting retreat to receive presentations and discuss general government departments, activities, and associated matters. The agenda covers all major city functions, including police, fire, finance, public works, and economic development. The council may provide guidance or direction on these topics.

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✓ Decided: Council retreat held with no minutes recorded

The Brenham City Council held a special retreat on February 21, 2022, at Morris Hall in the Historic Simon Theater. No minutes were recorded for this meeting, so no decisions, approvals, or discussions are documented.

Thu Feb 17, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider rejecting Hohlt/Henderson park bridge bids, airport board repeal

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a low-income housing tax credit application, consider rejecting all bids for pedestrian bridge rehabilitation at Hohlt and Henderson Parks, and vote on repealing the airport advisory board. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, the 2022 Thoroughfare Plan, and several grant applications.

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Thu Feb 3, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider 2022 Thoroughfare Plan, bond certificates, and consent items

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a work session on housing tax credit applications, a public hearing on the 2022 Thoroughfare Plan, and several action items including bond issuance and professional service amendments. The council will also discuss legal matters in executive session and may act on mediation related to a former fire chief's charges.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $10M bond issuance for infrastructure improvements

The Brenham City Council approved Ordinance No. O-22-002 authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $10 million in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2022, for street, drainage, sewer, water, airport, fire truck, and equipment projects. The council also approved the consent agenda, including playground equipment purchase and a change order for a water tank rehabilitation. Additionally, they approved the first reading of the 2022 Thoroughfare Plan, amendments to two professional services agreements with Hodde & Hodde Land Surveying, and awarded a bid for Ralston Creek lift station pumps. The council authorized the city manager to mediate and settle claims from a former fire chief.

Wed Jan 26, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council and BCDC to discuss rural economic development issues

The Brenham City Council and Brenham Community Development Corporation will hold a joint workshop to hear a presentation and discuss economic development issues affecting rural Texas communities, including Brenham and Washington County. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this discussion item.

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✓ Decided: Council hears economic development presentation, takes no action

The Brenham City Council and Brenham Community Development Corporation held a joint workshop meeting featuring a presentation by economic development consultant Lorie Vincent on rural economic trends and strategies. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Brenham City Council to consider buying fire truck, airport fuel tanks

The Brenham City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the purchase of a fire truck for the Brenham Fire Department, along with related reimbursement resolutions. They will also consider buying and installing two aviation-grade fuel tanks at the Brenham Municipal Airport, plus agreements for interim airport management and consulting services.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $880,358 fire truck purchase and airport fuel upgrades

The Brenham City Council approved the purchase of a replacement fire truck for $880,358 after trade-in, along with two reimbursement resolutions to fund the truck and airport improvements via upcoming Certificates of Obligation. The council also authorized up to $200,000 for two aviation-grade fuel tanks at the airport, and approved agreements for an interim airport manager and airport management consulting services. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Councilmember Atwood Kenjura absent.

Thu Jan 20, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider specific use permit for car wash on W. Main St.

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a work session on a residential needs assessment, and several action items. Key decisions include a specific use permit for a car wash, a final payment for a power line project, a maintenance agreement, and grant applications. The council will also discuss a contract with the Texas General Land Office and make appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $5M Harvey drainage grant contract

The Brenham City Council approved a $5,001,643 grant contract with the Texas General Land Office for 11 drainage projects related to Hurricane Harvey, with the city providing 1% matching funds. The council also appointed Randy Hodge as the Brenham Municipal Airport liaison and reappointed Mayor Milton Y. Tate Jr. as chairman of the TIRZ No. 1 Board. The consent agenda, including a specific use permit for a car wash at 1413 W. Main Street, was approved unanimously.

Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council attends Dreamliner Diner grand opening at airport

The Brenham City Council is holding a special meeting at the Brenham Municipal Airport, primarily to attend the grand opening of the Dreamliner Diner. No formal decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: No decisions made; meeting was a possible quorum notice

The document is a notice of a possible quorum for a Brenham City Council meeting held on January 13, 2022, at the Brenham Municipal Airport. No minutes were recorded for this meeting, and no substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council and Planning Commission to discuss Thoroughfare Plan

The Brenham City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss and receive a presentation on the City's Thoroughfare Plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Council hears Thoroughfare Plan presentation; no votes taken

The City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission held a workshop to review the City of Brenham's Thoroughfare Plan, presented by Director of Development Services Stephanie Doland. The presentation covered the plan's history, road classifications, planned projects, and next steps, including a public hearing on January 24, 2022, and council consideration on February 3 and 17, 2022. No formal decisions or votes were made during this workshop meeting.

Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

City Council tours Brenham Municipal Airport at special meeting

The Brenham City Council is holding a special meeting at the Brenham Municipal Airport for a tour of the facility. The agenda contains only this tour item, with no other business or decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: No decisions made; meeting notice only

The document is a notice of a possible quorum for a Brenham City Council meeting on January 10, 2022, at the Brenham Municipal Airport. No minutes or substantive decisions are recorded for this meeting.

Thu Jan 6, 2022 · 13:00

City Council

Council to consider appointing city manager, Barnhill Center acquisition

The Brenham City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a public hearing on a specific use permit for a car wash, and several action items. Key decisions include appointing a city manager, possibly acquiring the Barnhill Center at the Historic Simon Theater, and approving a sludge removal bid. The council will also discuss the FY2020-21 fourth quarter financial report and enter executive sessions for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Brenham City Council hires Carolyn Miller as city manager

The council unanimously approved hiring Carolyn Miller as city manager with a $166,000 salary and benefits, and approved a specific use permit for a car wash at 1413 W. Main Street. They also awarded a sludge removal contract, extended a Barnhill Center agreement, and approved consent agenda items including a water sale to Dow Chemical.