Needville public meetings in 2024
35 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider a professional services agreement for a citywide drainage master plan and updates to several technical and building codes. The body will also discuss employee benefits and a budget amendment for the Development Corporation of Needville.
- Professional Services agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. for $272,520.00 for a Drainage Master Plan
- Ordinance ORD 24-15 to update multiple technical codes to 2021 and 2023 versions
- Ordinance ORD24-14 regarding Si Energy gas transport and distribution
- Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment for 2024 Budget Carryovers for the Development Corporation of Needville
- Resolution R-24-1211 for BuyBoard Local Government Purchase Cooperative
The Needville City Council approved several items, including a franchise for SiEnergy, a BuyBoard cooperative agreement, a DCN redevelopment policy, and a $272,520 drainage master plan with Halff Associates. The council also adopted updated technical codes (e.g., 2021 International Building Code) and tabled a benefits package review. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved minutes of Nov 13, 2024 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance ORD24-14 granting SiEnergy a gas franchise (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R-24-1211 for BuyBoard purchasing cooperative (unanimous)
- Tabled benefits package review proposal (unanimous)
- Approved DCN 2024 budget carryovers (unanimous)
- Approved DCN Redevelopment Policy (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance ORD 24-15 updating technical codes to 2021/2023 editions (unanimous)
- Approved $272,520 drainage master plan with Halff Associates (unanimous)
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville will consider approving meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, discuss a budget adjustment for fund carryovers, review Business Improvement Grant requests, and possibly take action on redevelopment program guidelines. The board will also receive updates on ongoing and potential infrastructure and development projects.
- Consideration and action on DCN budget adjustment to address fund carryovers
- Review and possible action on Business Improvement Grant requests
- Review and possible action on redevelopment program guidelines
- Updates on activities, DCN projects, potential projects, and market conditions
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a land plan for a 160-acre development and consider two plats. These items involve residential lot creation and the establishment of reserves for a plaza.
- Discussion of 160-acre August Meadows development on Altimore Road proposing 422 lots
- Action on Final Plat of School Road Plaza (2.0 acres) on School Street
- Action on Preliminary Plat of August Meadows Section 1 (31.704 acres) on Altimore Road creating 86 single family residential lots
City Council
The Needville City Council will consider approving a $2,553,035 bid from Long & Son, Inc. for water plant rehabilitation, along with a $175,150 scope of services for water and wastewater master plans. Other agenda items include a budget amendment ordinance, health insurance renewal, personnel policy manual adoption, and discussion of the Magnolia Trails Development project. The council will also make appointments to the Planning Commission and Development Corporation.
- Consideration of $2,553,035 bid from Long & Son, Inc. for water plant rehabilitation
- Consideration of $175,150 scope of services for Water and Wastewater Master Plans
- Consideration of Ordinance ORD24-13 for the 2024 carryover budget amendment
- Consideration of BC/BS Health Insurance renewal through Texas Health Benefits Pool effective January 1, 2025
- Discussion of the Magnolia Trails Development project
City Council
This is a workshop meeting with a single agenda item: review and discuss the draft Personnel Policy Manual. No formal votes or decisions will be taken; the session is for discussion only.
- Review and discuss the draft of the Personnel Policy Manual
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville is meeting to discuss a draft Redevelopment Incentive Policy aimed at attracting investment to the city's Central Business District. The board will also consider business improvement grant requests and candidates for a replacement board member.
- Review and possible action on the DCN Redevelopment Incentive Policy
- Review and possible action on Business Improvement Grant requests
- Discussion of recommendations to City Council for a replacement DCN board member
- Review of redevelopment program guidelines
- Updates on budgeted and potential infrastructure projects
City Council
The Needville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on reauthorizing building permit fees. The regular agenda includes resolutions to adopt a Pay Plan, add an Accounting Manager as bank signatory, and set fees for credit card use. Council will also consider contracts for consulting and engineering services, reduce Planning Commission membership, and approve the Development Corporation of Needville's budget and grant guidelines.
- Public hearing and reauthorization of Building Permit Fees
- Resolution R-24-1011 adopting a Pay Plan
- Ordinance ORD24-11 establishing a credit card fee schedule
- Contract with SCS-Steubing Consulting Services for 2024-2025
- Ordinance ORD24-12 reducing Planning Commission from six to five members
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville will review candidates for a replacement board member and discuss Business Improvement Grant Guidelines. The board will also provide direction on budgeted infrastructure projects and ongoing development activities.
- Recommendations to City Council for replacement DCN board member
- Business Improvement Grant Guidelines
- Budgeted and potential infrastructure projects
- Ongoing development projects
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the municipal budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and ratifying a property tax increase. The body will also discuss tax rates for debt service and maintenance and operation for 2024.
- Adoption of the City of Needville municipal budget for fiscal year 2024-2025
- Vote to ratify the property tax increase for the 2024-2025 budget
- Approval of the Development Corporation of Needville's proposed 2024-2025 budget
- Adoption of the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Action on the September 5 bid opening for the Water Plant Rehab Phase I
The Needville City Council adopted the FY 2024-2025 municipal budget and ratified a property tax increase, setting a total tax rate of $0.400000 (a 14.2857% increase). The council also approved the Development Corporation budget, the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, and rejected the sole bid for the Water Plant Rehab Phase I as non-competitive. All votes were unanimous among the four present members; Councilperson Sbrusch was absent.
- Adopted FY 2024-2025 municipal budget (Ordinance ORD24-09) (4-0)
- Ratified property tax increase (Ordinance ORD24-10) (4-0)
- Set debt service tax rate at $0.059174 for 2024 (4-0)
- Set maintenance and operations tax rate at $0.340826 for 2024 (4-0)
- Adopted total tax rate of $0.400000, a 14.2857% increase (4-0)
- Approved Development Corporation of Needville FY 2024-2025 budget (Resolution R-24-0911) (4-0)
- Adopted Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution R-24-0912) (4-0)
- Rejected sole bid for Water Plant Rehab Phase I as non-competitive (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Needville Planning Commission will consider approval of minutes from April, discuss changing the monthly meeting time, and take action on a preliminary plat for School Road Plaza, a 2-acre lot on School Street north of Kostelnik Street creating one unrestricted reserve lot.
- Approval of minutes from April 1, 2024 meeting
- Discussion and possible action on changing the monthly meeting time
- Preliminary Plat for School Road Plaza: 2.0 acres on School Street, north of Kostelnik, creating one unrestricted reserve lot (approx. 200' x 435', 87,166 sq ft)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to consider the Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget and the Proposed 2024 Tax Rate. The body will also consider actions regarding budget amendments and federal fund policies.
- Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget
- Public hearing on Proposed 2024 Tax Rate
- Ordinance No. ORD 24-08 to amend the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget
- Resolution No. R-24-0814 regarding American Rescue Plan Act Funds policies and procedures
The Needville City Council held a special meeting with no public comments on the FY 2025 proposed budget or the 2024 tax rate. The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. ORD 24-08 amending the FY 2023-2024 budget and Resolution No. R-24-0814 adopting policies for American Rescue Plan Act funds. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Ordinance No. ORD 24-08 amending FY 2023-2024 budget (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. R-24-0814 adopting ARPA fund policies (unanimous)
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville will consider the FY2024/2025 budget and hold a public hearing on proposed projects. The board will also discuss business improvement grant requests and candidates for a board member replacement.
- Proposed $380,000 per year for city infrastructure projects
- Proposed $150,000 per year for direct incentives to prospective businesses
- Proposed $50,000 per year for property acquisition
- Proposed $20,000 for city events and advertising, including the Freedom Festival
- Review of Business Improvement Grant Requests
City Council
The Needville City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. This is the only substantive item on the agenda. No formal action is expected at this workshop, as it is a discussion session. The public may address the council during the citizens opportunity period.
- Review and discussion of proposed FY 2025 budget
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville will consider approving the June 5, 2024 meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. They will review and possibly act on a draft budget for FY2024/2025 and promotional activities for FY2025, including the Needville Freedom Festival, Harvest Fest, and Trunk or Treat. The board will also discuss grant opportunities, business improvement grant requests, and recommendations to City Council for a replacement board member.
- Consideration of draft DCN Budget for FY2024/2025
- Review and possible action on promotional activities for FY2025: Freedom Festival, Harvest Fest, Trunk or Treat
- Review and discuss recommendations to City Council for replacement DCN board member
- Review, discuss and possible action on Business Improvement Grant Requests
- Consideration and action on economic development strategic plan
City Council
The Needville City Council will consider adopting a proposed 2024 tax rate and review the FY 2025 budget, with possible direction to staff. They also plan to vote on opposing legislation allowing heavier commercial trucks, approve ARPA grant policies, fund a city-wide garage sale ($3,000), and set public hearings for the budget and tax rate. Additional items include accepting the certified appraisal roll and Truth in Taxation calculations, discussing a welfare check critical care list, and authorizing a consulting contract with SCS-Steubing Consulting Services.
- Consideration and action on a Resolution adopting a proposed 2024 Tax Rate
- Review and discuss the Proposed FY 2025 Budget and 2024 Tax Rate
- Consideration and action to set public hearings related to 2024-2025 Municipal Budget and 2024 Tax Rate
- Consideration and action on funding the city wide garage sale in the amount of $3,000.00
- Consideration and action on a proposal for consulting, administration, and planning services with SCS-Steubing Consulting Services
City Council
The City Council will meet to review and discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025. The meeting includes a period for citizens to address the council.
- Review and discussion of the Proposed FY 2025 Budget
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville will consider approving meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. The board will also review and discuss promotional activities for FY2025, the draft FY2024/2025 budget, grant opportunities, business improvement grant requests, and an economic development strategic plan.
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 5, 2024
- Approval of Treasurer's Report
- Review of promotional activities for FY2025 including Needville Freedom Festival, Harvest Fest, and Trunk or Treat
- Review and possible action on draft DCN Budget for FY2024/2025
- Discussion and possible action on Business Improvement Grant Requests and economic development strategic plan
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance to continue the Declaration of a Local State of Disaster following Hurricane Beryl. This item was added as an emergency supplement due to flooding, wind, and heavy rainfall.
- Ordinance continuing the Declaration of a Local State of Disaster for Hurricane Beryl
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing a professional services contract with SCS-Steubing Consulting Services for engineering and planning. The council will also hold discussions regarding the 2024-2025 budget and a revised salary compensation study. Monthly reports from various city departments are scheduled for review.
- Authorization of a professional services contract with SCS-Steubing Consulting Services
- Discussion on the 2024-2025 budget
- Discussion on a revised salary compensation study
- Approval of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider an economic development incentive for Suppressed Weapon Systems, LLC and approve a 2024 audit engagement letter up to $23,050.00. The meeting also includes discussions on Tolbert Street improvements and a revised salary compensation study.
- Economic development incentive for Suppressed Weapon Systems, LLC (Resolution No. R-24-0612)
- Approval of 2024 Audit engagement letter with Trlicek & Co., P. C. up to $23,050.00
- Action on stop sign at Anna St & Janik Street and dead end sign at Schendel
- Discussion on Tolbert Street drainage, utilities, and street improvements
- Presentation by Fort Bend County Public Transportation
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville will discuss grant opportunities and an economic development strategic plan. The Board will also consider a performance agreement with Suppressed Weapon Systems, LLC. Additionally, members will review updates on infrastructure projects and market conditions.
- Performance agreement with Suppressed Weapon Systems, LLC
- Review of potential grant opportunities
- Economic development strategic plan for the DCN
- Updates on infrastructure projects and market conditions
- Approval of May 1, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The Needville City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss Capital Improvement Projects for the 2024-2025 and future fiscal year budgets. This is a discussion-only session; no formal action is listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of Capital Improvement Projects for 2024-2025 and future fiscal year budgets
City Council
The Needville City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 8, 2024, at City Hall. The council will consider and take action on several items, including an amendment to a financial services agreement, a new investment policy, a no-solicitation registry ordinance, utility work on Talbert Street, and an economic development agreement for Project Freedom Seeds. They will also discuss a revised salary compensation study and receive monthly reports from city departments.
- Amendment to Financial Services Agreement with Public Sector Solutions of Texas, LLC
- Ordinance ORD24-05 adopting an Investment and Strategies Policy
- Ordinance ORD24-06 adding Section 18-64, No Solicitation Registry, to the Code of Ordinances
- Talbert Street utilities in regard to recent lot purchases
- Resolution approving Economic Development Agreement for Development Corporation of Needville related to Project Freedom Seeds
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville is meeting to approve minutes and the treasurer's report, and to discuss possible grant opportunities, an agreement for Project Freedom Seeds, and a draft economic development strategic plan. The board will also receive updates on infrastructure projects and market conditions.
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 4, 2024
- Approval of Treasurer's Report
- Discussion and possible action on grant opportunities
- Discussion and possible action on agreement for Project Freedom Seeds
- Review of draft economic development strategic plan
City Council
The Needville City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several land-use items, including a final plat for Rocha Estates and a variance request for a property on Fairchild Avenue. They will also discuss a revised salary compensation study, potential updates to the Peddlers and Solicitors Ordinance, and an interlocal agreement for utility relocations. The meeting includes public comment, department reports, and an executive session on legal and personnel matters.
- Resolution R-24-0410: Final Plat for Rocha Estates, 0.866 acres on Noble Street, creating 3 single-family lots
- Resolution R-24-0412: Variance request for side lot building line at 3323 Fairchild Avenue
- Resolution R-24-0411: Final Plat for 3323 Fairchild Avenue, creating 1 single-family lot
- First Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement (Project No. 707 – SH 36 Utility Relocations)
- Re-appointment of Development Corporation of Needville Board members
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville is meeting to approve routine items and discuss several economic development matters. The board will review possible grant opportunities, a performance agreement for Project Freedom Seeds, infrastructure project costs, and budget amendments for FY2024/2025. It will also provide direction on creating an economic development strategic plan and receive updates on ongoing projects and market conditions.
- Possible action on performance agreement for Project Freedom Seeds
- Review of possible grant opportunities
- Discussion of infrastructure project related costs
- Possible budget amendments to DCN FY2024/2025 budget
- Direction on creation of economic development strategic plan
Planning Commission
The Needville Planning Commission will consider a final plat for Rocha Estates at Noble Street, creating three single-family residential lots, and a variance request to reduce the side lot building line from 5 feet to 3 feet at 3323 Fairchild Avenue. The meeting will also include approval of the March 4, 2024 minutes.
- Final Plat of Rocha Estates at Noble Street: 0.866 acres, 3 single-family lots, each about 82.67 by 151.06 feet
- Variance request for 3323 Fairchild Avenue to reduce side lot building line from 5 to 3 feet on a 50 by 150 foot lot
City Council
The Needville City Council will consider canceling the May 4, 2024 general election after certifying unopposed candidates for three alderman positions, and will vote on the final plat for Harvest Pointe Section 1, a 26.79-acre subdivision with 83 single-family lots. The council will also appoint a municipal court prosecutor, discuss a petition for release from the ETJ, and review a revised salary study. An executive session is scheduled to discuss economic development and legal matters.
- Resolution R-24-0313 appointing Atwood McAndrew III as Municipal Court Prosecutor
- Ordinance No. ORD24-04 declaring unopposed alderman candidates elected and canceling May 4, 2024 election
- Final plat of Harvest Pointe Section 1: 26.790 acres, 83 single-family lots on Needville-Fairchilds Road
- Petition for Release from ETJ received from Gary Schulz
- Discussion on Revised Salary Compensation Study from Diane White
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, treasurer's report, and discuss various economic development topics. Key items include possible grant opportunities, a presentation on business visits, and discussions on the Type B Corporation's roles and policies. The board will also consider creating an economic development strategic plan and provide direction on Project Freedom Seeds and other ongoing activities.
- Approval of meeting minutes from February 7, 2024
- Approval of Treasurer's Report
- Update list of authorized board members for safe deposit box access
- Discussion on possible grant opportunities
- Review and possible action on Project Freedom Seeds
Planning Commission
The Needville Planning Commission will consider and take action on the final plat for Harvest Pointe Section 1, a new residential subdivision. The plat covers 6.411 acres and would create 83 single-family lots. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and is otherwise procedural.
- Final plat for Harvest Pointe Section 1: 6.411 acres on Needville-Fairchilds Road, northeast of State Highway 36
- Plat creates 83 single-family residential lots, approximately 6,000 sq ft or larger
- Approval of minutes from November 6, 2023 meeting
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances including a new water billing adjustment process and an order for the May 4, 2024, General Municipal Election. Action is also proposed regarding a joint election agreement with Fort Bend County and various infrastructure and service agreements.
- Adoption of ordinance to update water and sewer billing adjustment processes
- Order for the May 4, 2024, General Municipal Election
- Funding of $3,000.00 for the City Wide Garage Sale
- Agreement with Si Environmental for EPA Lead & Copper Line Survey Program field verification
- Engineering and surveying services agreement for FM 360 and FM 1236 water improvements
Development Corporation
The Development Corporation of Needville is meeting to approve minutes and the treasurer's report, then discuss possible grant opportunities, Project Freedom Seeds, and creation of an economic development strategic plan. The board will also receive updates on city infrastructure projects, market conditions, and ongoing development activities.
- Approval of January 3, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of Treasurer's Report
- Discussion and possible action on grant opportunities
- Review of Project Freedom Seeds
- Direction on economic development strategic plan
City Council
The Needville City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 10, 2024, at City Hall. The agenda includes action on an interlocal agreement for road and drainage improvements, a water and sewer rate ordinance, and discussion of a salary study, along with routine reports and minutes approval.
- Interlocal Agreement with Fort Bend County for Old Needville Fairchild Road Project No. 17108 (road and drainage improvements)
- Ordinance 24-01: amending water/sewer charges for multi-dwelling, multi-unit commercial, and mixed-use customers
- Discussion on Salary Classification and Compensation Study
- Review of FM 360 (Main Street) and FM 1236 (School Street) water distribution improvements scope of work
- Delinquent tax and court fines collection report from attorney Michael J. Darlow
Planning Commission
The Needville Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting and to review a plat for 6.411 acres located on Needville-Fi, within the city limits. The plat creates eight lots with varying widths and depths. The meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
- Review of 6.411-acre plat on Needville-Fi creating eight lots
- Approval of minutes from November 6, 2023 meeting
Development Corporation
The Board will review potential grant opportunities and discuss the creation of an economic development strategic plan. Members will also receive updates on city infrastructure projects, market conditions, and ongoing development activities.
- Approval of December 6, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of Treasurer's Report
- Discussion of possible grant opportunities
- Direction on economic development strategic plan creation
- Updates on budgeted city infrastructure projects